Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 22, we see two reasons why God tests the righteous, so that we will expect and appreciate the trials that come our way. A test provides the opportunity for YOU to show your FAITH to God (vv.1-12, 1 Pet 1:7) a. Will you obey? (vv.1-2) b. Right away? (v.3a) c. All that he says? (vv.4, 9-10) d. No matter the cost? (…

Sermon Notes: The Birth of Isaac (vv. 1-7) 7 Similarities between the birth of Isaac and the birth of Jesus a. Both were the promised seed and son. (Gen 3:15, 17:19, Gal 3:16) b. Both had a period of delay between the promises given and their fulfillment. (Gen 3:15, 15:3-6, Luk 2:7) c. Both births were accompanied by a statement of God’s omnipotenc…

Sermon Notes: Introduction Persistent in Fear Protected by God Pardoned through Grace Praying for RestorationPor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: From Genesis 19, we learn five lessons from Lot’s life so that by God’s mercy we will flee destruction and debauchery and not be swept away with the wicked. From Sodom we learn a lesson in hamartiology a. Sin is perverse (vv. 5, 7) b. Sin is pervasive (v. 4) c. Sin is punished (vv. 13, 23-26) From Lot we learn a lesson in h…

Sermon Notes: Understanding the Nature of Our Struggle Our Call to Engagement The Model of the Apostles Navigating Culture Wisely Living Honorably Among Unbelievers Maintaining an Eternal Perspective The Assurance of Ultimate VictoryPor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Introduction. Main Idea: In Genesis 18 we see two inescapable truths, that God is both great and good. In light of these truths, we are called to trust him, and we demonstrate that trust through prayer, praise, thanksgiving and service. A Divine Representation (vv. 1-2a) A Hospitable Response (vv. 2b-8) A Timely Reminder (vv. 9-10a) A…

Sermon Notes: Introduction: Main Idea: In Genesis 17, there are at least 9 acts of God that reveal His character so that you might rest in, rejoice over, and rightly respond to God and His promises! God Reappears in Power (v. 1b) God Requires Obedience (v. 1c) God Rewards Obedience (v. 2) God Receives Reverence (v. 3a) God Reminds His People/Refres…

Sermon Notes: Main point: In Genesis 16 we see the importance of faith in God’s promises by negative and positive examples, so we would be encouraged to trust God to fulfill His promises and be warned against trying to achieve by human effort what can only be received by God’s grace. Sarai’s Failure of Faith: Discordant Discontentment Abram’s Failu…

Sermon Notes: God's Promise of Protection God's Pledge of Posterity God's Provision of Property God's Covenant ConfirmedPor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 14, we see that just because you’re blessed by God doesn’t mean you won’t have trials and temptations. You will have them. Your job is threefold: fear not, fight, and focus on Him so that you will be a blessing to others and give them another great reason to bless God. Just because you’re blessed doesn’t mean you…

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: In Genesis 13, we see 3 displays of God’s faithfulness in human history so that we too might “build an altar to the Lord” amidst our experiences. God’s Faithfulness in Redirection and Riches (vv. 1–7) God’s Faithfulness in Reason and Responses (vv. 8–13) God’s Faithfulness in Revelation and Reminders (vv. 14–18)…

Sermon Notes: God’s Calling of Abram (vv 11:27 – 12:1) God’s Promises to Abram (vv. 12:2-3) Abram’s Response in Faith (vv. 12:4-9) Abram’s Lapse of Faith (vv. 12:10-15) God’s Faithfulness to Abram. (vv. 12:16-20)Por Pastor Jeff Lewis

Sermon Notes: Depravity Depicted (vv. 1-3) Devourers Denounced (vv. 4-6) Deliverance from Zion (v. 7)Por Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Psalm 143, we see a simple strategy for suffering so that as God’s servants we will know how to entrust our soul to God and seek his deliverance, guidance, and glory. Plead (vv. 1-4) a. What you should plead (v. 1) b. How you should plead i. On the basis of his character (v. 1) ii. With brokenness and contrition (v. 2) i…

Sermon Notes: Introduction Main Idea: 1 Peter 5:1–5 reveals four details regarding effective pastoral ministry so that all within the Church might joyfully function amidst suffering as they await the return of the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. The Appeal for Pastoring Effectively (v. 1) The Methodology for Pastoring Effectively (vv. 2–3) The Reward…

Sermon Notes: Desperate Plea (v. 1) Depraved Enemies (vv. 2-11) Divine Rescue (vv. 12-15) Devout Confidence (vv. 16-18)Por Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: Even when our enemies sprout like grass, there are two works of God that should make us exceedingly glad and fully convinced that it is good to thank God, praise God, and proclaim his glorious character. Intro Question #1: What does he say is good? (vv.1-3) To give thanks To sing praises To declare a. His steadfast love in …

Sermon Notes: Introduction Main Idea: Psalm 63 presents 3 necessary keys for you to be a God-centered stranger in this world, especially in the worst of times. A Desire for God: Are You Desiring God? Desire God! (vv. 1–4) A Satisfaction in God: Will You Be Satisfied in God? Be Satisfied in God! (vv. 5–8) A Trust of God: Do You Trust God? Trust God!…

Sermon Notes: Persecution: The Plight of the Psalmist (vv. 1-2) Purity: The Proclamation of Innocence (vv. 3-5) Providence: The Power of Divine Justice (vv. 6-13) Peril: The Pitfall of Wickedness (vv. 14-16) Praise: Trust in the Righteous Lord. (v. 17)Por Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: Psalm 37 delineates between the righteous and the wicked so that the righteous might stand firm and continue to pursue the LORD. (This text is outlined in 4 steps that the righteous must consider and apply when the apparent prosperity of the wicked tempts the righteous toward waywardness.) Dos and Don’ts for the Righteous (…

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: Psalm 49 calls us to take three actions so that we will not fear when we see the wicked prosper. Listen to the Psalmist’s Invitation (vv. 1-4) a. The Proclamation (vv. 1-2) b. The Promise (vv. 3-4) Learn from the Psalmist’s Contemplation (vv. 5-15) a. Think about his riddle (vv. 5-6) b. Look how he resolves it (vv. 7-15) i.…

Sermon Notes: Part 1 – Lord, heal my body and my soul v. 1 v. 2 v. 3 v. 4 v. 5 v. 6 v. 7 Part 2 – The Lord has heard my plea and accepts my prayer v. 8 v. 9 v. 10Por Pastor Tim Mercer

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: In a time of desperate need, David cries out to the Lord to be delivered from evil and praises God when his prayers are heard. David’s Cry to God (vv. 1-2) David’s Call to Prayer (vv. 3-5) David’s Call to Praise (vv. 6-9)Por Pastor Warren Chun

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Psalm 56, we see three fear-conquering acts of faith so that we will overcome overwhelming trials by trusting the Lord. Cast your burden a. Cry for grace (v.1) b. Call for justice (vv.1-2, 5-7, 9) Consider your God a. His justice (vv.7, 9) b. His mercy (vv.8-9) c. His favor (v.9) d. His power (vv.4, 11, 13) Commit your w…

Sermon Notes: INTRODUCTION: MAIN IDEA: Genesis 11:10–26 continues to trace and begins to reveal the narrowing path of God’s redemptive plan through the seed of the woman so that we might worship Him for who He is and what He has done. The Genealogy’s Information The Genealogy’s Details The Genealogy’s Purpose…

Sermon Notes: Unity of Language Unity of Dwelling Unity of Purpose Unity of Rebellion Unity of ResponsePor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 10:1-32 we see the origins of the nations of the world so that we will better understand our ourselves, our world, and our God. The Nations that came from Japheth (vv. 2-5) The Nations that came from Ham (vv. 6-20) The Nations that came from Shem (vv. 21-32) Graphics referenced in this sermon: Table of Nations gr…

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: Genesis 9:18–29 reveals the remaining need for a new beginning in seven steps so that we might understand and anticipate God’s faithfulness. A New Scene (vv. 18–19) A New Vocation (v. 20) A New Nakedness (v. 21) A New Dishonoring (vv. 22) A New Honoring (v. 23) A New Trajectory (vv. 24–27) An Old Reminder (vv. 28–29)…

Sermon Notes: The Breadth of the Covenant: How Wide? The Duration of the Covenant: How Long? The Depth of the Covenant: How Deep?Por Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 8:20-9:7 we see what life after the flood looks like so that we will praise God for his good gifts and do the good work of producing and protecting life. SOME THINGS OLD: a. Worship is still the priority. (v. 8:20) b. Depravity is still the problem (v. 8:21) c. Multiplication is still the plan (vv. 9:1, 7) d. Man…

Sermon Notes: MAIN IDEA: 2 Peter 1:1–11 answers four questions about Christian participation in the divine nature so that you might strive for holiness. What position must you be in to partake of the divine nature? (vv. 1–2) How are you able to partake of the divine nature? (v. 3) What sense are you able to partake of the divine nature? (v. 4) What…

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Sermon Notes: God Remembers God Renews God RecommissionsPor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 7, we see two inescapable conclusions about God so that by faith in him, we will be righteous and fearless heralds of the gospel in an evil generation. God knows how to rescue the righteous a. God sees (7:1b, 5, Heb 11:7) b. God speaks (7:1-4) c. God sends (7:6-12) d. God saves (7:13-17, 23, 1 Pet. 3:20, 2 Pet 2:…

Sermon Notes: MAIN IDEA: In our time through the Scripture this morning, we will focus on four features of obedience that stem from Christ’s resurrection, so that you might be encouraged and energized in the Christian’s resurrection life of obedience. The Position of Obedience (background) The Presupposition of Obedience (v. 29) The Propositions of…

Sermon Notes: The day of Christ’s crucifixion is a grievous day… a) …because of the man on the cross. i. The promised seed (Gen. 3:15; 2 Samuel 7:12-16; Is. 9:6-7; Matt. 1:1; Rom. 5:12-21) ii. God incarnate (Is. 9:6; Ez. 34:15, 23; John 1:1-5, 9-18; Phil. 2:1-11; Col. 2:9; Rev. 1:17-18) b) …because of the sin He bore (Is. 53:1-9; Rom. 6:23; 2 Cor. …

Sermon Notes: Main idea: Mark 11:1-25 raises for us the two most important questions of our lives so that we might be God’s people of prayer who praise and proclaim Jesus as the coming King. Who do you think Jesus is? a. The Old Testament promised the Messiah b. The Gospel presents Jesus as that Messiah (Mark chs 1-10, 11:1-7) c. The Disciples proc…

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: Genesis 6:9–22 reveals at least five truths in God’s plan to simultaneously display His justice and manifest His grace according to His promise so that we might rely on, walk with, wait for, rest in, and rejoice over the God of promise. God Delights in His People (vv. 9–10) God Destroys the Wicked (vv. 11–13) God Directs Hi…

Sermon Notes: - 3 Reasons to Declare “Worthy is the Lamb” He has conquered by his sacrificial death. He is exalted to the right hand of God the Father. He is building his church from every tribe, language, people, and nation. - 3 Things that Christ Accomplished for the Redeemed He ransomed them by his blood for God. He made them a kingdom and pries…

Sermon Notes: Deadly Choices Divine Patience Depravity of Man Divine GracePor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 5, we see five life orienting facts about our world so that we will walk with God and live with our neighbors in unity, humility, and hope. We share the same family pedigree We share the same family past We share the same family purpose We share the same family problem We share the same family promise Click here …

Sermon Notes: Introduction. Main Idea: Genesis 4:17–26 serves as a microcosm of the divided human race by displaying characteristic actions of the godless and then the godly. 1. The Godless… a. Receive God’s Gifts without Thanking Him (v. 17a) b. Build for Their Name’s Sake (vv. 17b–18) c. Disregard God’s Design (v. 19) d. Exploit Common Grace (vv.…

Sermon Notes: The Questions The Curse The ConsequencePor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: In Genesis 4:1-8, we see three basic instructions for our lives so that we will please God and do good outside the garden. Keep your hope strong (vv.1-2) Keep your heart soft (vv. 3-8) a. Worship with integrity (vv.3-5) b. Listen responsively (v.6) c. Subdue sin intentionally (vv. 6-8) Keep your head straight (v. 8) a. Endu…

Sermon Notes: Paradise Lost Out of Paradise New ParadisePor Pastor Warren Chun

Sermon Notes: Main Idea: Genesis 3:15–21 reveals God’s grace amidst sin in at least 5 ways so that you might turn to Him amidst your sin. God’s Gracious Promise (v. 15) God’s Gracious Instruction (v. 16) God’s Gracious Curse (vv. 17–19) God’s Gracious Fulfillment. (v. 20) God’s Gracious Clothing (v. 21)…

Sermon Notes: The Reality of Sin The Character of Sin The Consequence of SinPor Pastor Kevin Bryan

Sermon Notes: Main idea: In Genesis 3:6-8, the fall of Adam and Eve reminds us of two foundational realities about sin so that we will take responsibility for our sin and run to God for mercy and grace. We are responsible for our sins, not God (vv. 6-7) We are accountable for our sins to God (v. 8)Por Pastor Geoff Alfassa