Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 8:5-13; 11:1-30; Luke 7
In Capernaum, a centurion's profound faith in Jesus' authority impresses Jesus, leading to the miraculous healing of the centurion's servant from a distance. Meanwhile, Jesus commends John the Baptist's role as a prophetic forerunner, critiques the unresponsive generation, and emphasizes the importance of faith and forgiveness through his teachings and interactions, including raising a widow's son and forgiving a sinful woman, demonstrating His compassion and authority.
Published by bboydComments Off on Bringing Light to Las Vegas: A New Vision for ‘Sin City’
At our church, we’re passionate about sparking a disciple-making movement in Middle Tennessee and beyond. This year, we’ve had the joy of partnering with families to include their children in this mission. We firmly believe that the gospel is central to our lives, and that “Gospel First and Always” has no age limit (1 Timothy 4:12).
Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 5-7; Luke 6:20-49; 11:1-13
Jesus delivers the Sermon on the Mount, presenting the Beatitudes which bless humble, merciful, and pure-hearted acts, and further teaches profound moral precepts emphasizing love, forgiveness, and sincerity. He instructs on prayer, charity, and the essence of discipleship through practical metaphors, urging a life built on faithfulness and obedience to God's will.
Published by bboydComments Off on Generations on Mission: How Families Are Impacting Communities Together
Generations on Mission: How Families Are Impacting Communities Together At our church, we’re passionate about sparking a disciple-making movement in Middle Tennessee and beyond. This...
Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 8:1-4; 9:1-17; 12:1-21; Mark 1:40-3:21; Luke 5:12-6:19
Jesus performs multiple miraculous healings, emphasizing His authority to forgive sins and cleanse leprosy, eliciting awe and controversy among the witnesses. He confronts religious leaders by healing on the Sabbath and associating with sinners, challenging traditional interpretations of the law and revealing His role as the Son of Man.
Published by bboydComments Off on Power, Authority, and Service in the Gospel of Mark
In this episode of Sermon Notes, Jay Strother and Brian Ball delve into the story of Jesus healing the paralytic to highlight the profound significance of Jesus' authority to forgive sins and heal physically, emphasizing the spiritual over the physical.
In John 3-5, Jesus teaches Nicodemus about spiritual rebirth and emphasizes belief in Him for eternal life. Later, He reveals His divine nature through dialogues and miracles, from enlightening a Samaritan woman about living water to healing and teaching openly, which challenges societal norms and religious expectations.
Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 4:23-25; 8:14-17; Mark 1:21-39; Luke 4:31-44
Jesus commenced His ministry across Galilee, teaching, preaching the gospel, and healing all ailments, which led to widespread acclaim and following from diverse regions. In Capernaum, His authoritative teaching in synagogues and miraculous healings, including casting out demons and curing diseases, astonished and attracted large crowds, affirming His divine authority and fulfilling prophecies.
Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 4:1-22; Mark 1:12-20; Luke 4:1-30; 5:1-11; John 1:35-2:12; Matthew 13:54-58; Mark 6:1-6; Luke 4:16-30
Jesus, led by the Spirit into the wilderness, withstands the devil's temptations by affirming His reliance on God's word, after which He begins His ministry in Galilee, calling His first disciples with the promise of transforming them into fishers of people. His teachings and miraculous signs rapidly spread His fame, though He faces rejection in His hometown, Nazareth, where the locals doubt His authority and prophetic status.
Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 3; Mark 1:1-11; Luke 3; John 1:15-34
John the Baptist is a pivotal figure in each the Gospels, calling for repentance and baptizing in the wilderness, prophesying the coming of one greater than himself who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire. Jesus is baptized by John, marking the beginning of his ministry, accompanied by the opening of the heavens as God proclaims Jesus His beloved Son.
Published by bboydComments Off on Matthew 2; Luke 2:39-52
In Matthew 2, the wise men visit Jesus, bringing gifts and inadvertently alerting King Herod to His birth, prompting the holy family's escape to Egypt and fulfilling prophecies about the Messiah. Luke 2:39-52 details Jesus' childhood, highlighting his wisdom and divine awareness during a Passover visit to Jerusalem.
