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Instructions for Older People in the Church (Titus 2:1-4)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 30, 2007 ----more---- The godly conduct of older Christians becomes model and foundation for ministry to the younger generation in the ChurchSOUND DOCTRINAL TEACHING LEADS TO GODLY CONDUCT (1) OLDER MEN ARE TO BE MODELS OF MATURE SPIRITUALITY (2)- Self-controlled- Sound in faith and steadfastness OLDER WOMEN ARE TO BE MODELS AND MENTORS (3-4a)- Reverent in behavior- Not slanderers- Not slaves to much wine- Actively mentoring younger women to live out their calling Titus 2:1–4 (Listen)2:1 But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. 2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. 3 Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, 4 and so train the young women to love their husbands and children,

Confronting the Error of Legalism in the Church (Titus 1:10-16)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 23, 2007 ----more----Elders must be aware of erroneous teaching that manifest itself in the church and confront it.+ This side of heaven, error will constantly confront the Church- From within and without- The Apostles have given us clear warning +There are various kinds of errors that manifest themselves in the Church - legalism seems to be the most common- Misinterpretation of the Bible (therefore, misapplication also)- Denial of key biblical teachings (Sufficiency of Christ)- Adding to the Bible (legalism) +Such error must be dealt with directly and decisively for the sake of the purity of the Church and the Gospel of Christ- The corporate purity of the Church (stewards of the Gospel of Christ) is vitally important- Personal restoration of the erring person(s) is also important Titus 1:10–1610 For there are many who are insubordinate, empty talkers and deceivers, especially those of the circumcision party. 11 They mu

Elders in Christ's Church (Titus 1:5-9)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 16, 2007 ----more---- God has chosen the office of elder for the shepherding care of the flock in order to continue the process of spiritual growth.- There must be a plurality of elders in each church (more than one)- The office of "elder" and "overseer" are the same- Appointment to eldership is based on the recognition of God-given qualifications. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ELDER- Above reproach (6,7)- A man (6)- A faithful husband (6)- Leading a submissive household (6)- Not arrogant (7)- Not quick-tempered (7)- Not someone who gets drunk (7)- Not violent (7)- Not materialistic (7)- Hospitable (8)- A lover of good (8)- Self-controlled (8)- Uptight (8)- Holy (8)- Disciplined (8) DOCTRINAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ELDER- Stable doctrinally (9)- Committed to the bible (9)- Knows the bible in order to teach it (9)- Able to exhort and refute (9) Titus 1:5–95 This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and app

Ministering For the Sake of God's Elect (Titus 1:1-4)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 9, 2007 ----more----Divine faith rests not on fallible reasonings and probable opinions, but on the infallible word, the truth itself, which is after godliness, of a godly nature and tendency, pure, and purifying the heart of the believer Titus 1:1–41:1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the sake of the faith of God's elect and their knowledge of the truth, which accords with godliness, 2 in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before the ages began 3 and at the proper time manifested in his word through the preaching with which I have been entrusted by the command of God our Savior; 4 To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.

2 Peter 3:10-13Tony FelichJuly 29, 2007 ----more----THE FINAL COMING OF THE LORD JESUS WILL DISPLAY GOD'S GLORY AND AUTHENTICATE THE TRUE MEANING OF LIFE.I. WHAT WILL THE FINAL COMING OF CHRIST BE LIKE?- Peter labels it "The Day of the Lord"- It will be unexpected- It will be catastrophic- It will be a time of judgment+ God's glory displayed+ God's enemies destroyed+ God's people saved - It will usher in a new eternal order+ New Heavens+ New earth II. HOW SHOULD WE VIEW THE LORD'S FINAL COMING?- For those who trust Christ+ It should motivate spiritual maturity+ With great excitement and longing - For those who do not trust Christ+ With terror...turn to CHRIST

2 Peter 3:1-9Tony FelichJuly 22, 2007 ----more----GROWING IN GRACE AND KNOWLEDGE PREPARES US FOR CHRIST'S SURE COMING!Introduction:- Be sure of Christ's coming as the bible promises- Beware of extremes regarding "end times" mania I. KNOW THE WORD OF GOD (1-3a) II. DISCERN AND REJECT FALSE TEACHING (3-6)

2 Peter 2:17-22Tony FelichJune 24, 2007 ----more----THE INFLUENCE OF FALSE TEACHERS DISPLAYED- Emptiness (17)- Instability (17)- Boastfulness (18)- Seductiveness (18)- Heartlessness (18)- Deception (19)- Powerlessness (19) THE DOOM OF FALSE TEACHERS IS DECLARED- Sinful entanglement (20)- Overcome by sin (20)- Utter Apostasy (20-22)

2 Peter 2:10-16Tony FelichJune 17, 2007 BEWARE OF FALSE TEACHERS- Predestined for condemnation- Magnified examples of common sin BEWARE OF SENSUAL SIN BEWARE OF ARROGANCE

2 Peter 2:1-9Tony FelichJune 10, 2007   2 Peter 2 is on long paragraph warning of false teachers that reveals pastoral concern for protecting the flock.WHAT DO WE LEARN ABOUT FALSE TEACHERS?- Their Character- Their Influence- Their sure judgment WHAT DO WE LEARN ABOUT GOD'S JUDGMENT OF SIN?- Swift- Certain- Complete WHAT COMFORT CAN BELIEVERS TAKE?- We have redemption- We have been given the Truth- God provides protection

2 Peter 1:16-21Tony FelichJune 3, 2007 ----more---- The biblical pastor has a sufficient tool for Christ-honoring ministry - the Word of God. PETER: DISCIPLE, APOSTLE, AND PASTOR- Peter's time as a disciple prepared and qualified him for Apostleship.- The Apostle's fulfilled the OT office of Prophet bringing completion to God's written Word.- The Apostle's served as pastor with the Word of God as their powerful tool for shepherding the Flock of God. THE WORD OF GOD IS INSPIRED, INERRANT, AUTHORITATIVE, AND SUFFICIENT- What is inspiration?- What is inerrancy?- How is the bible authoritative?- How is the bible sufficient?

2 Peter 1:12-15Tony Felich, May 20, 2007 ----more---- It is the passion of the biblical pastor to help God's people persevere in faith and holiness to the end.- The biblical pastor has a driving passion for God's people to be established in Truth (12-13)- The biblical pastor has a personal sense o urgency knowing his time is limited (13-14)- The biblical pastor has a long-term corporate perspective concerning ministry of the Word (12,15)

2 Peter 1:10-11Tony FelichMay 13, 2007 ----more---- WHAT IS ASSURANCE AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? WHAT ARE WE TO BE ASSURED OF?- Our calling and election- Our eternal life with Christ HOW ARE WE TO BE ASSURED OF OUR CALLING AND ELECTION?- Diligent practice of "spiritual qualities" (obedience)- By growing in grace and knowledge

2 Peter 1:5-9Tony Felich, May 6, 2007 ----more----Spiritual growth comes when we practice spiritual knowledge.I. First, know your standing in Christ (1:1-5a)II. Second, make every effort to develop (1:5-7)- Virtue- Knowledge- Self-control- Steadfastness- Godliness- Brotherly affection- Love III. Third, regularly evaluate your spiritual knowledge and growth (1:8-9)

2 Peter 1:1-4Tony FelichApril 29, 2007 ----more----Growing in grace and knowledge go hand in hand.- We must know what Christ's righteousness has provided (1)- Learning more about Christ multiplies grace and peace (2)- Learning more about God advances the process of spiritual maturity (3-4)

They Keep Coming... (1 Corinthians 15:12-58)Pastor Tony FelichApril 8, 2007 ----more---- - Having confirmed the truth of our Saviour’s resurrection, the apostle goes on to refute those among the Corinthians who said there would be none - The apostle answers a plausible and principal objection against the doctrine of the resurrection of the dead 1 Corinthians 15:12–5812 Now if Christ is proclaimed as raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. 14 And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain. 15 We are even found to be misrepresenting God, because we testified about God that he raised Christ, whom he did not raise if it is true that the dead are not raised. 16 For if the dead are not raised, not even Christ has been raised. 17 And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins. 18 Then those also who h

Christ's Crucifixion (Matthew 26:20-66)Pastor Nathan CurreyApril 6, 2007 ----more---- Good Friday Service- The Belgic Confession, Article XX- The Last Supper (Matthew 26:20-29)- Gethsemane (Mark 14:32-42)- The Trial before Caiaphas (Matthew 26:57-66)- The Trial before Pilate (Mark 15:1-15)- The Crucifixion (Matthew 27:33-50) Matthew 26:20–66 (Listen)20 When it was evening, he reclined at table with the twelve. 21 And as they were eating, he said, “Truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me.” 22 And they were very sorrowful and began to say to him one after another, “Is it I, Lord?” 23 He answered, “He who has dipped his hand in the dish with me will betray me. 24 The Son of Man goes as it is written of him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born.” 25 Judas, who would betray him, answered, “Is it I, Rabbi?” He said to him, “You have said so.” 26 Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave

When the Rooster Crows (John 18:15-27)Pastor Tony FelichApril 1, 2007 ----more---- Questions on Palm Sunday to prepare us for Easter:- How are we different from Peter?- Does the Rooster still crow?- What has Christ done regarding our denials?- What will you respond to Christ's work for you? John 18:15–2715 Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple. Since that disciple was known to the high priest, he entered with Jesus into the courtyard of the high priest, 16 but Peter stood outside at the door. So the other disciple, who was known to the high priest, went out and spoke to the servant girl who kept watch at the door, and brought Peter in. 17 The servant girl at the door said to Peter, “You also are not one of this man's disciples, are you?” He said, “I am not.” 18 Now the servants and officers had made a charcoal fire, because it was cold, and they were standing and warming themselves. Peter also was with them, standing and warming himself. 19 The high priest then questioned Jesus about his dis

Colossians 4:12-18Tony FelichMarch 25, 2007 ----more----Paul's final words reveal helpful, healthy, dynamics between ministers, congregations, and ministry priorities. I. There is an accountability between the congregation and it's ministers. II. Prayer for the congregation is a priority for ministers. III. Ministers are in need of perserverance just like the congregation. IV. The mission of the church goes forward through partnerships. V. The Word of God must be central in the life of the Church

Colossians 4:7-11Tony FelichMarch 18, 2007 ----more----Paul's final greetings reveal a unique dynamic between Christian friends. I. Tychicus II. Onesimus III. Aristarchus IV. Mark V. Jesus (called Justus)

Colossians 4:2-6Tony FelichMarch 11, 2007 ----more----Paul gives a final exhortation in light of our new life and identity in Christ. I. Continue in Prayer!A. Faithful prayerB. Watchful prayerC. Thankful prayerD. Purposeful prayer II. Walk in Wisdom!A. Wisdom toward outsidersB. Good stewardship of time III. Speak with Grace!A. Humble speechB. Thoughtful/timely speech