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https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413431/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ames1911exaltandhumblerodohmes/id/452493 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413431 Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, RCBC, Rod Ohmes, James, Scripture: James 1:9-1:11, Series: James: Session Part#4 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2445 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413428/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ames158wiseorunstablerodohmes/id/4236631.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413428 Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, RCBC, Rod Ohmes, James, Scripture: James 1:5-1:8, Series: James: Session Part#3 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 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https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413427/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ames114trialsoyendurancerodohm/id/452491 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413427 Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, RCBC, Rod Ohmes, James, Scripture: James 1:1-1:4, Series: James: Session Part#2 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 18:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2112 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413424/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_amesintrooverviewrodohmes/id/4236628.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413424 Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, RCBC, Rod Ohmes, James, Scripture: James, Series: James: Session Part#1 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 18:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22413424/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_amesintrooverviewrodohmes/id/452490 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4:13-4:22, Series: Ruth: Session Part#11 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 16:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2443 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383849/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ruth41112theprayerofthewitness/id/4207647.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383849 Ruth, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Scripture: Ruth 4:11-4:12, Series: Ruth: Session Part#10 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 16:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383849/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ruth41112theprayerofthewitness/id/450573 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383849 Ruth, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Scripture: Ruth 4:11-4:12, Series: Ruth: Session Part#10 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2424 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383847/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ruth4110mrnobodyatthegaterodoh/id/4207646.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383847 Ruth, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Scripture: Ruth 4:1-4:10, Series: Ruth: Session Part#9 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383847/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ruth4110mrnobodyatthegaterodoh/id/450572 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22383847 Ruth, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Scripture: Ruth 4:1-4:10, Series: Ruth: Session Part#9 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3154 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Please refer to the notes.** ** We apologize that there was no audio recorded for this sermon. Please refer to the notes.** ** We apologize that there was no audio recorded for this sermon. Please refer to the notes.**… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22364397/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts2712810shipwreckedsnakebit/id/449174 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22364397 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 27:1-28:10, Series: Acts: Session Part#69 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 21:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2709 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22338696/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts261932crazyorrightrodohmes/id/4163691.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22338696 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 26:19-26:32, Series: Acts: Session Part#68 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 21:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22338696/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts261932crazyorrightrodohmes/id/447440 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22338696 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 26:19-26:32, Series: Acts: Session Part#68 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3040 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts25132618gospelblessingsrod/id/4161219.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336080 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 25:13-26:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#67 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts25132618gospelblessingsrod/id/447208 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336080 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 25:13-26:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#67 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 19:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2473 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts25112letyourlightshinerodo/id/4161218.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336079 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 25:1-25:12, Series: Acts: Session Part#66 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 19:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts25112letyourlightshinerodo/id/447207 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336079 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 25:1-25:12, Series: Acts: Session Part#66 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 19:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Unfortunately the audio was corrupted for this recording. Please refer to the notes. Unfortunately the audio was corrupted for this recording. Please refer to the notes. Unfortunately the audio was corrupted for this recording. 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Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336076/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts21272221esuschangeseveryth/id/447205 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336076 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 21:27-22:21, Series: Acts: Session Part#64 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 19:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3146 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336075/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts211526agospeldrivenplanrod/id/4161216.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336075 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 21:15-21:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#63 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 19:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336075/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts211526agospeldrivenplanrod/id/447204 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336075 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 21:15-21:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#63 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 19:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2747 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336073/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts21114thywillnotminerodohme/id/4161215.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336073 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 21:1-21:14, Series: Acts: Session Part#62 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 19:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336073/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts21114thywillnotminerodohme/id/447203 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336073 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 21:1-21:14, Series: Acts: Session Part#62 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2365 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336072/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts202538paulthepastorrodohme/id/4161214.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336072 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 20:25-20:38, Series: Acts: Session Part#61 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336072/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts202538paulthepastorrodohme/id/447202 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336072 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 20:25-20:38, Series: Acts: Session Part#61 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 18:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 1748 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336063/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts201724finishthecourserodoh/id/4161212.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336063 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 20:17-20:24, Series: Acts: Session Part#60 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 18:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336063/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts201724finishthecourserodoh/id/447201 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336063 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 20:17-20:24, Series: Acts: Session Part#60 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 18:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2540 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336065/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts20116eutychusandencouragem/id/4161210.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336065 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 20:1-20:16, Series: Acts: Session Part#59 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 18:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336065/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts20116eutychusandencouragem/id/447200 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336065 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 20:1-20:16, Series: Acts: Session Part#59 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 18:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2562 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336062/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts192141thesilenceofthemobro/id/4161208.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336062 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 19:21-19:41, Series: Acts: Session Part#58 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 18:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336062/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts192141thesilenceofthemobro/id/447199 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336062 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 19:21-19:41, Series: Acts: Session Part#58 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 18:30:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2830 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336061/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts191020thewordprevailsrodoh/id/4161205.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336061 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 19:10-19:20, Series: Acts: Session Part#57 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 18:30:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336061/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts191020thewordprevailsrodoh/id/447198 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336061 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 19:10-19:20, Series: Acts: Session Part#57 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 18:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3060 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336059/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts18241910showthemesusrodohm/id/4161204.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336059 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 18:24-19:10, Series: Acts: Session Part#56 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 18:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336059/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts18241910showthemesusrodohm/id/447197 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336059 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 18:24-19:10, Series: Acts: Session Part#56 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 18:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2164 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336058/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts181223strengthenedandstren/id/4161201.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336058 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 18:12-18:23, Series: Acts: Session Part#55 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 18:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336058/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts181223strengthenedandstren/id/447196 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336058 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 18:12-18:23, Series: Acts: Session Part#55 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 18:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2789 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336057/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts18111donotbesilentrodohmes/id/4161200.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336057 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 18:1-18:11, Series: Acts: Session Part#55 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 18:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336057/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts18111donotbesilentrodohmes/id/447195 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336057 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 18:1-18:11, Series: Acts: Session Part#55 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 18:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2745 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336056/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts172234seekandfindrodohmes/id/4161198.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336056 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:22-17:34, Series: Acts: Session Part#54 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 18:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336056/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts172234seekandfindrodohmes/id/447194 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336056 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:22-17:34, Series: Acts: Session Part#54 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 18:26:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2568 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336055/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts171634engagingwithculturea/id/4161195.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336055 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:16-17:34, Series: Acts: Session Part#53 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 18:26:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336055/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts171634engagingwithculturea/id/447193 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336055 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:16-17:34, Series: Acts: Session Part#53 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 18:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2533 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336054/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts171015ataleoftwocitiesbere/id/4161194.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336054 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:10-17:15, Series: Acts: Session Part#52 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 18:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336054/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts171015ataleoftwocitiesbere/id/447192 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336054 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:10-17:15, Series: Acts: Session Part#52 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 18:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2949 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336040/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts1719ataleoftwocitiesthessa/id/4161193.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336040 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:1-17:9, Series: Acts: Session Part#51 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 18:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336040/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts1719ataleoftwocitiesthessa/id/447191 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336040 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 17:1-17:9, Series: Acts: Session Part#51 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 18:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2539 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336048/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts161640amesdavid/id/4161183.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336048 Ramsey Creek, James David, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 16:16-16:40, Series: Acts: Session Part#50 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 18:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2539 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336044/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts15361615mikecapps/id/4161183.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336044 Ramsey Creek, Mike Capps, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 15:36-16:15, Series: Acts: Session Part#49 Sun, 26 May 2024 17:55:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3696 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336042/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts152235asonhamilton/id/4161180.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336042 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 15:22-15:35, Series: Acts: Session Part#48 Sun, 19 May 2024 17:55:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3051 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336041/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts15121calebbrown/id/4161179.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336041 Ramsey Creek, Caleb Brown, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 15:1-15:21, Series: Acts: Session Part#47 Sun, 12 May 2024 18:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2916 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336053/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts141928riskydiscipleshiprod/id/4161187.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336053 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 14:19-14:28, Series: Acts: Session Part#46 Sun, 12 May 2024 18:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336053/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts141928riskydiscipleshiprod/id/447190 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336053 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 14:19-14:28, Series: Acts: Session Part#46 Sun, 05 May 2024 17:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2637 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336039/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts14118walkinhiswaysrodohmes/id/4161177.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336039 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 14:1-14:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#45 Sun, 05 May 2024 17:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336039/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts14118walkinhiswaysrodohmes/id/447188 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22336039 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 14:1-14:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#45 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:55:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2552 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260163/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts131452conflictconfidencepa/id/4091248.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260163 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 13:14-13:52, Series: Acts: Session Part#44 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:55:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260163/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts131452conflictconfidencepa/id/442469 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260163 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 13:14-13:52, Series: Acts: Session Part#44 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2831 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260162/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts13413conflictconfidencepar/id/4091243.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260162 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 13:4-13:13, Series: Acts: Session Part#43 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260162/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts13413conflictconfidencepar/id/442467 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22260162 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 13:4-13:13, Series: Acts: Session Part#43 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 21:39:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3188 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258342/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts1313theworkersandtheworkro/id/4089600.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258342 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 13:1-13:3, Series: Acts: Session Part#42 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 21:39:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258342/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts1313theworkersandtheworkro/id/442369 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258342 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 13:1-13:3, Series: Acts: Session Part#42 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 21:37:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 3074 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258340/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts12625asonhamilton/id/4089593.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258340 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 12:6-12:25, Series: Acts: Session Part#41 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 21:37:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258340/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts12625asonhamilton/id/442367 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258340 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 12:6-12:25, Series: Acts: Session Part#41 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 21:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2559 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts1127125whybelieverodohmes/id/4089592.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258338 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 11:27-12:5, Series: Acts: Session Part#40 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 21:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts1127125whybelieverodohmes/id/442366 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258338 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 11:27-12:5, Series: Acts: Session Part#40 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 21:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3062 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258337/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts111926purposeandfaithfulne/id/4089589.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258337 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 11:19-11:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#39 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 21:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258337/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts111926purposeandfaithfulne/id/442364 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258337 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 11:19-11:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#39 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 21:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2919 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258336/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts11118alightbulbclickedonro/id/4089588.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258336 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 11:1-11:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#38 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 21:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258336/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts11118alightbulbclickedonro/id/442363 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258336 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 11:1-11:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#38 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 21:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3420 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258334/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts10148adoorkickedopenrodohm/id/4089586.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258334 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 10:1-10:48, Series: Acts: Session Part#37 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 21:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258334/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts10148adoorkickedopenrodohm/id/442362 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258334 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 10:1-10:48, Series: Acts: Session Part#37 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 21:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2795 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258331/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts93243turnandbelieverodohme/id/4089431.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258331 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 9:32-9:43, Series: Acts: Session Part#36 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 21:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258331/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts93243turnandbelieverodohme/id/442351 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22258331 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 9:32-9:43, Series: Acts: Session Part#36 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 15:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes A freshly converted and convinced Paul began boldly proclaiming this truth, and it made an impact - the devout Jews began to severely him and the converted Christians had trouble trusting him because of his past. But like him or hate him, Paul couldn’t be ignored. Similarly, the truth about Jesus can't be ignored either - it demands a response. Saul was still a very dangerous man, but now to a totally different group of people. Paul’s suffering started in the first place where he ever preached the Gospel. Thankfully, Barnabas took responsibility for Saul and vouched for him. The Church endured persecution and still had peace and multiplied - HOW? The way of peace and being built up is not looking within yourself, it’s looking outside of yourself to Jesus Christ. If God has saved you by grace through faith in His Son Jesus, make it a priority to participate in what He’s doing in His kingdom. A freshly converted and convinced Paul began boldly proclaiming this truth, and it made an impact - the devout Jews began to severely him and the converted Christians had trouble trusting him because of his past. But like him or hate him, Paul couldn’t be ignored. Similarly, the truth about Jesus can't be ignored either - it demands a response. Saul was still a very dangerous man, but now to a totally different group of people. Paul’s suffering started in the first place where he ever preached the Gospel. Thankfully, Barnabas took responsibility for Saul and vouched for him. The Church endured persecution and still had peace and multiplied - HOW? The way of peace and being built up is not looking within yourself, it’s looking outside of yourself to Jesus Christ. If God has saved you by grace through faith in His Son Jesus, make it a priority to participate in what He’s doing in His kingdom. A freshly converted and convinced Paul began boldly proclaiming this truth, and it made an impact - the devout Jews began to severely him and the converted Christians had trouble trusting him because of his past. But like him or hate him, Paul couldn’t… Rod Ohmes 3101 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235670/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts91931thestartofsomethingbi/id/4067858.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235670 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 9:19-9:31, Series: Acts: Session Part#35 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 15:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes A freshly converted and convinced Paul began boldly proclaiming this truth, and it made an impact - the devout Jews began to severely him and the converted Christians had trouble trusting him because of his past. But like him or hate him, Paul couldn’t be ignored. Similarly, the truth about Jesus can't be ignored either - it demands a response. Saul was still a very dangerous man, but now to a totally different group of people. Paul’s suffering started in the first place where he ever preached the Gospel. Thankfully, Barnabas took responsibility for Saul and vouched for him. The Church endured persecution and still had peace and multiplied - HOW? The way of peace and being built up is not looking within yourself, it’s looking outside of yourself to Jesus Christ. If God has saved you by grace through faith in His Son Jesus, make it a priority to participate in what He’s doing in His kingdom. A freshly converted and convinced Paul began boldly proclaiming this truth, and it made an impact - the devout Jews began to severely him and the converted Christians had trouble trusting him because of his past. But like him or hate him, Paul couldn’t be ignored. Similarly, the truth about Jesus can't be ignored either - it demands a response. Saul was still a very dangerous man, but now to a totally different group of people. Paul’s suffering started in the first place where he ever preached the Gospel. Thankfully, Barnabas took responsibility for Saul and vouched for him. The Church endured persecution and still had peace and multiplied - HOW? The way of peace and being built up is not looking within yourself, it’s looking outside of yourself to Jesus Christ. If God has saved you by grace through faith in His Son Jesus, make it a priority to participate in what He’s doing in His kingdom. A freshly converted and convinced Paul began boldly proclaiming this truth, and it made an impact - the devout Jews began to severely him and the converted Christians had trouble trusting him because of his past. But like him or hate him, Paul couldn’t… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235670/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts91931thestartofsomethingbi/id/440836 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235670 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 9:19-9:31, Series: Acts: Session Part#35 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 15:56:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Saul had passion, dedication, and enthusiasm, but for all the wrong things. Passion, dedication, and enthusiasm are only positive things if they’re in support of the right things. God never uses good and put-together people to do His work because those kind of people don’t exist. No one is good, no one seeks God – so God grabs hold of sinful and broken people, redeems them for His glory, and uses them to do His work. Jesus didn’t just save Saul from something, He also saved him for something. The response of those who’ve been transformed is submission to the Savior. Saul had passion, dedication, and enthusiasm, but for all the wrong things. Passion, dedication, and enthusiasm are only positive things if they’re in support of the right things. God never uses good and put-together people to do His work because those kind of people don’t exist. No one is good, no one seeks God – so God grabs hold of sinful and broken people, redeems them for His glory, and uses them to do His work. Jesus didn’t just save Saul from something, He also saved him for something. The response of those who’ve been transformed is submission to the Savior. Saul had passion, dedication, and enthusiasm, but for all the wrong things. Passion, dedication, and enthusiasm are only positive things if they’re in support of the right things. God never uses good and put-together people to do His work because tho… Rod Ohmes 2993 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235668/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts9118transformedrodohmes/id/4067844.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235668 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 9:1-9:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#34 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 15:56:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Saul had passion, dedication, and enthusiasm, but for all the wrong things. Passion, dedication, and enthusiasm are only positive things if they’re in support of the right things. God never uses good and put-together people to do His work because those kind of people don’t exist. No one is good, no one seeks God – so God grabs hold of sinful and broken people, redeems them for His glory, and uses them to do His work. Jesus didn’t just save Saul from something, He also saved him for something. The response of those who’ve been transformed is submission to the Savior. Saul had passion, dedication, and enthusiasm, but for all the wrong things. Passion, dedication, and enthusiasm are only positive things if they’re in support of the right things. God never uses good and put-together people to do His work because those kind of people don’t exist. No one is good, no one seeks God – so God grabs hold of sinful and broken people, redeems them for His glory, and uses them to do His work. Jesus didn’t just save Saul from something, He also saved him for something. The response of those who’ve been transformed is submission to the Savior. Saul had passion, dedication, and enthusiasm, but for all the wrong things. Passion, dedication, and enthusiasm are only positive things if they’re in support of the right things. God never uses good and put-together people to do His work because tho… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235668/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts9118transformedrodohmes/id/440834 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22235668 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 9:1-9:18, Series: Acts: Session Part#34 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 18:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Study the Scriptures often, study them well, and humble yourself by asking for help in understanding. A church on mission is a group of born-again individuals who know the Scriptures and are being led by the Spirit. o Do we know God’s Word? o Are we being led by His Spirit? The Spirit is at work through the Word (Isaiah 55:10-11, Deuteronomy 8:3, 2 Tim. 3:16-17). Christian/Church: when you go out and faithfully share the Word of God, you don’t have to wonder if it’s working. You know it is. God promised it. Philip didn’t minimize sin, the Savior, or what was necessary for this man to be saved and follow Jesus. He met him where he was in his understanding of Jesus, but he took him beyond it. He took him deeper in explaining the Good News to him. Knowing Jesus and being known by Jesus will result in us speaking about Him. Let your life and your words testify to the good news about Jesus. The Spirit – by the Word and using Philip – showed this man the Lamb. Revelation makes it crystal clear in joyful clarity that Jesus is the Lamb. **The song referenced at the end of the message is entitled "Watch the Lamb". Study the Scriptures often, study them well, and humble yourself by asking for help in understanding. A church on mission is a group of born-again individuals who know the Scriptures and are being led by the Spirit. o Do we know God’s Word? o Are we being led by His Spirit? The Spirit is at work through the Word (Isaiah 55:10-11, Deuteronomy 8:3, 2 Tim. 3:16-17). Christian/Church: when you go out and faithfully share the Word of God, you don’t have to wonder if it’s working. You know it is. God promised it. Philip didn’t minimize sin, the Savior, or what was necessary for this man to be saved and follow Jesus. He met him where he was in his understanding of Jesus, but he took him beyond it. He took him deeper in explaining the Good News to him. Knowing Jesus and being known by Jesus will result in us speaking about Him. Let your life and your words testify to the good news about Jesus. The Spirit – by the Word and using Philip – showed this man the Lamb. Revelation makes it crystal clear in joyful clarity that Jesus is the Lamb. **The song referenced at the end of the message is entitled "Watch the Lamb". Study the Scriptures often, study them well, and humble yourself by asking for help in understanding. A church on mission is a group of born-again individuals who know the Scriptures and are being led by the Spirit. o Do we know God’s Word? o… Rod Ohmes 3028 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229763/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts83040watchthelambrodohmes/id/4062344.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229763 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:30-8:40, Series: Acts: Session Part#33 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 18:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Study the Scriptures often, study them well, and humble yourself by asking for help in understanding. A church on mission is a group of born-again individuals who know the Scriptures and are being led by the Spirit. o Do we know God’s Word? o Are we being led by His Spirit? The Spirit is at work through the Word (Isaiah 55:10-11, Deuteronomy 8:3, 2 Tim. 3:16-17). Christian/Church: when you go out and faithfully share the Word of God, you don’t have to wonder if it’s working. You know it is. God promised it. Philip didn’t minimize sin, the Savior, or what was necessary for this man to be saved and follow Jesus. He met him where he was in his understanding of Jesus, but he took him beyond it. He took him deeper in explaining the Good News to him. Knowing Jesus and being known by Jesus will result in us speaking about Him. Let your life and your words testify to the good news about Jesus. The Spirit – by the Word and using Philip – showed this man the Lamb. Revelation makes it crystal clear in joyful clarity that Jesus is the Lamb. **The song referenced at the end of the message is entitled "Watch the Lamb". Study the Scriptures often, study them well, and humble yourself by asking for help in understanding. A church on mission is a group of born-again individuals who know the Scriptures and are being led by the Spirit. o Do we know God’s Word? o Are we being led by His Spirit? The Spirit is at work through the Word (Isaiah 55:10-11, Deuteronomy 8:3, 2 Tim. 3:16-17). Christian/Church: when you go out and faithfully share the Word of God, you don’t have to wonder if it’s working. You know it is. God promised it. Philip didn’t minimize sin, the Savior, or what was necessary for this man to be saved and follow Jesus. He met him where he was in his understanding of Jesus, but he took him beyond it. He took him deeper in explaining the Good News to him. Knowing Jesus and being known by Jesus will result in us speaking about Him. Let your life and your words testify to the good news about Jesus. The Spirit – by the Word and using Philip – showed this man the Lamb. Revelation makes it crystal clear in joyful clarity that Jesus is the Lamb. **The song referenced at the end of the message is entitled "Watch the Lamb". Study the Scriptures often, study them well, and humble yourself by asking for help in understanding. A church on mission is a group of born-again individuals who know the Scriptures and are being led by the Spirit. o Do we know God’s Word? o… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229763/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts83040watchthelambrodohmes/id/440479 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229763 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:30-8:40, Series: Acts: Session Part#33 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 18:36:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Spirit leads us to places and people we might not expect. The more we’re walking in step with the Spirit the more we’re ready to listen and follow. Luke’s cornerstone of Acts is the witness and glory of Jesus. It’s possible to go through the motions of Christianity and not be genuinely converted. It’s possible to a pretender but not a partaker. Am I so wrapped up in my schedule and my plans and my life that I’ve forgotten that I was bought with a price and I am not my own (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)? When we follow in obedience, we’ll find out that God is already at work. The Spirit leads us to places and people we might not expect. The more we’re walking in step with the Spirit the more we’re ready to listen and follow. Luke’s cornerstone of Acts is the witness and glory of Jesus. It’s possible to go through the motions of Christianity and not be genuinely converted. It’s possible to a pretender but not a partaker. Am I so wrapped up in my schedule and my plans and my life that I’ve forgotten that I was bought with a price and I am not my own (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)? When we follow in obedience, we’ll find out that God is already at work. The Spirit leads us to places and people we might not expect. The more we’re walking in step with the Spirit the more we’re ready to listen and follow. Luke’s cornerstone of Acts is the witness and glory of Jesus. It’s possible to go through the mo… Rod Ohmes 2345 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229760/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts82630runrodohmes/id/4062336.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229760 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:26-8:30, Series: Acts: Session Part#32 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 18:36:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Spirit leads us to places and people we might not expect. The more we’re walking in step with the Spirit the more we’re ready to listen and follow. Luke’s cornerstone of Acts is the witness and glory of Jesus. It’s possible to go through the motions of Christianity and not be genuinely converted. It’s possible to a pretender but not a partaker. Am I so wrapped up in my schedule and my plans and my life that I’ve forgotten that I was bought with a price and I am not my own (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)? When we follow in obedience, we’ll find out that God is already at work. The Spirit leads us to places and people we might not expect. The more we’re walking in step with the Spirit the more we’re ready to listen and follow. Luke’s cornerstone of Acts is the witness and glory of Jesus. It’s possible to go through the motions of Christianity and not be genuinely converted. It’s possible to a pretender but not a partaker. Am I so wrapped up in my schedule and my plans and my life that I’ve forgotten that I was bought with a price and I am not my own (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)? When we follow in obedience, we’ll find out that God is already at work. The Spirit leads us to places and people we might not expect. The more we’re walking in step with the Spirit the more we’re ready to listen and follow. Luke’s cornerstone of Acts is the witness and glory of Jesus. It’s possible to go through the mo… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229760/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts82630runrodohmes/id/440478 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22229760 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:26-8:30, Series: Acts: Session Part#32 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In the book of Acts, Luke uses 6-7 slightly different phrases when describing the "gift of the Holy Spirit." Is this significant? Acts 1:8 sets the theme and tone for the book of Acts. God is doing something brand new in and through His people starting here after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus in regards to the Holy Spirit. He was giving His Spirit to His people in a different way. In Acts 2, 4, 8, 10, and 19 we see different patters and orders of elements like preaching, baptism, the giving of the Holy Spirit, etc. Discussion can be had, but we must notice from every text that the Spirit of God in a Christian’s life does something. - for some it comes with speaking in tongues (2:4; 10:46; 19:6) - the gift of prophecy (2:17; 19:6; 10:46) - an overflowing praise of God's greatness (2:11; 10:46) - obedience to the commands of God (5:32) - courage and boldness to witness (2:14–36; 9:17–22) - the working of various signs and wonders (6:8) Jesus promises that when the Spirit comes upon a believer (every believer), they will receive power not to speak in tongues or prophecy, but to effectively witness for Him. In Acts the testimony of Jesus is of utmost importance. How we live and witness to Christ matters, just like what we proclaim about Him matters. And the Spirit leads us to places and people that we might not expect. In the book of Acts, Luke uses 6-7 slightly different phrases when describing the "gift of the Holy Spirit." Is this significant? Acts 1:8 sets the theme and tone for the book of Acts. God is doing something brand new in and through His people starting here after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus in regards to the Holy Spirit. He was giving His Spirit to His people in a different way. In Acts 2, 4, 8, 10, and 19 we see different patters and orders of elements like preaching, baptism, the giving of the Holy Spirit, etc. Discussion can be had, but we must notice from every text that the Spirit of God in a Christian’s life does something. - for some it comes with speaking in tongues (2:4; 10:46; 19:6) - the gift of prophecy (2:17; 19:6; 10:46) - an overflowing praise of God's greatness (2:11; 10:46) - obedience to the commands of God (5:32) - courage and boldness to witness (2:14–36; 9:17–22) - the working of various signs and wonders (6:8) Jesus promises that when the Spirit comes upon a believer (every believer), they will receive power not to speak in tongues or prophecy, but to effectively witness for Him. In Acts the testimony of Jesus is of utmost importance. How we live and witness to Christ matters, just like what we proclaim about Him matters. And the Spirit leads us to places and people that we might not expect. In the book of Acts, Luke uses 6-7 slightly different phrases when describing the "gift of the Holy Spirit." Is this significant? Acts 1:8 sets the theme and tone for the book of Acts. God is doing something brand new in and through His people starti… Rod Ohmes 2537 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224383/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts81417thegiftofthespiritpar/id/4057170.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224383 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:14-8:17, Series: Acts: Session Part#31 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In the book of Acts, Luke uses 6-7 slightly different phrases when describing the "gift of the Holy Spirit." Is this significant? Acts 1:8 sets the theme and tone for the book of Acts. God is doing something brand new in and through His people starting here after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus in regards to the Holy Spirit. He was giving His Spirit to His people in a different way. In Acts 2, 4, 8, 10, and 19 we see different patters and orders of elements like preaching, baptism, the giving of the Holy Spirit, etc. Discussion can be had, but we must notice from every text that the Spirit of God in a Christian’s life does something. - for some it comes with speaking in tongues (2:4; 10:46; 19:6) - the gift of prophecy (2:17; 19:6; 10:46) - an overflowing praise of God's greatness (2:11; 10:46) - obedience to the commands of God (5:32) - courage and boldness to witness (2:14–36; 9:17–22) - the working of various signs and wonders (6:8) Jesus promises that when the Spirit comes upon a believer (every believer), they will receive power not to speak in tongues or prophecy, but to effectively witness for Him. In Acts the testimony of Jesus is of utmost importance. How we live and witness to Christ matters, just like what we proclaim about Him matters. And the Spirit leads us to places and people that we might not expect. In the book of Acts, Luke uses 6-7 slightly different phrases when describing the "gift of the Holy Spirit." Is this significant? Acts 1:8 sets the theme and tone for the book of Acts. God is doing something brand new in and through His people starting here after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus in regards to the Holy Spirit. He was giving His Spirit to His people in a different way. In Acts 2, 4, 8, 10, and 19 we see different patters and orders of elements like preaching, baptism, the giving of the Holy Spirit, etc. Discussion can be had, but we must notice from every text that the Spirit of God in a Christian’s life does something. - for some it comes with speaking in tongues (2:4; 10:46; 19:6) - the gift of prophecy (2:17; 19:6; 10:46) - an overflowing praise of God's greatness (2:11; 10:46) - obedience to the commands of God (5:32) - courage and boldness to witness (2:14–36; 9:17–22) - the working of various signs and wonders (6:8) Jesus promises that when the Spirit comes upon a believer (every believer), they will receive power not to speak in tongues or prophecy, but to effectively witness for Him. In Acts the testimony of Jesus is of utmost importance. How we live and witness to Christ matters, just like what we proclaim about Him matters. And the Spirit leads us to places and people that we might not expect. In the book of Acts, Luke uses 6-7 slightly different phrases when describing the "gift of the Holy Spirit." Is this significant? Acts 1:8 sets the theme and tone for the book of Acts. God is doing something brand new in and through His people starti… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224383/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts81417thegiftofthespiritpar/id/440065 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224383 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:14-8:17, Series: Acts: Session Part#31 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 17:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Samaria, the Gospel of Jesus was destroying the strongholds of the enemy. When considering verses 14-17 and the giving of the Spirit, we want to approach this text and topic with Scripture in our minds and the love of Christ in our hearts. Is everything that happens in Acts supposed to be mirrored in our churches today? (prescriptive vs descriptive). Example: the selection of church leaders in chapters 1, 6, and 14 - which is correct? The best commentary on Scripture is Scripture. Many passages and principles we find in Scripture help us understand, interpret, and apply other parts of Scripture. Scripture ought to inform the way we speak and how we live out what we believe. In Samaria, the Gospel of Jesus was destroying the strongholds of the enemy. When considering verses 14-17 and the giving of the Spirit, we want to approach this text and topic with Scripture in our minds and the love of Christ in our hearts. Is everything that happens in Acts supposed to be mirrored in our churches today? (prescriptive vs descriptive). Example: the selection of church leaders in chapters 1, 6, and 14 - which is correct? The best commentary on Scripture is Scripture. Many passages and principles we find in Scripture help us understand, interpret, and apply other parts of Scripture. Scripture ought to inform the way we speak and how we live out what we believe. In Samaria, the Gospel of Jesus was destroying the strongholds of the enemy. When considering verses 14-17 and the giving of the Spirit, we want to approach this text and topic with Scripture in our minds and the love of Christ in our hearts. Is ev… Rod Ohmes 2702 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224380/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts81417thegiftofthespiritpar/id/4057160.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224380 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:14-8:17, Series: Acts: Session Part#30 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 17:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Samaria, the Gospel of Jesus was destroying the strongholds of the enemy. When considering verses 14-17 and the giving of the Spirit, we want to approach this text and topic with Scripture in our minds and the love of Christ in our hearts. Is everything that happens in Acts supposed to be mirrored in our churches today? (prescriptive vs descriptive). Example: the selection of church leaders in chapters 1, 6, and 14 - which is correct? The best commentary on Scripture is Scripture. Many passages and principles we find in Scripture help us understand, interpret, and apply other parts of Scripture. Scripture ought to inform the way we speak and how we live out what we believe. In Samaria, the Gospel of Jesus was destroying the strongholds of the enemy. When considering verses 14-17 and the giving of the Spirit, we want to approach this text and topic with Scripture in our minds and the love of Christ in our hearts. Is everything that happens in Acts supposed to be mirrored in our churches today? (prescriptive vs descriptive). Example: the selection of church leaders in chapters 1, 6, and 14 - which is correct? The best commentary on Scripture is Scripture. Many passages and principles we find in Scripture help us understand, interpret, and apply other parts of Scripture. Scripture ought to inform the way we speak and how we live out what we believe. In Samaria, the Gospel of Jesus was destroying the strongholds of the enemy. When considering verses 14-17 and the giving of the Spirit, we want to approach this text and topic with Scripture in our minds and the love of Christ in our hearts. Is ev… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224380/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts81417thegiftofthespiritpar/id/440061 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22224380 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:14-8:17, Series: Acts: Session Part#30 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The church might have been born in Jerusalem, but it won’t stay only there - God never intended for the Gospel message to stay in Jerusalem. It's moving outward and it's come to Samaria, confronting a man named Simon, a magician. But the Gospel effectively destroys the strongholds of the enemy, and it changes everything. Simon had built his life on receiving attention and glory, but Luke says he believed and was baptized. But was his conversion genuine? * James 2:19 | John 2:23-25 | Matthew 13 | John 6:64 | 1 Corinthians 15:1-2 | Matthew 7 Consider also the object of Simon’s faith. Is belief in signs and wonders the same thing as saving faith? In a way, it doesn’t matter if we ever figure out if Simon was genuinely saved or not. It doesn't matter in a way because God is King, He knows Simon’s heart. But it does matter to us in this way – God knows our heart, too. If the object of our faith is anything other than Jesus Christ, we have “believed in vain”. The church might have been born in Jerusalem, but it won’t stay only there - God never intended for the Gospel message to stay in Jerusalem. It's moving outward and it's come to Samaria, confronting a man named Simon, a magician. But the Gospel effectively destroys the strongholds of the enemy, and it changes everything. Simon had built his life on receiving attention and glory, but Luke says he believed and was baptized. But was his conversion genuine? * James 2:19 | John 2:23-25 | Matthew 13 | John 6:64 | 1 Corinthians 15:1-2 | Matthew 7 Consider also the object of Simon’s faith. Is belief in signs and wonders the same thing as saving faith? In a way, it doesn’t matter if we ever figure out if Simon was genuinely saved or not. It doesn't matter in a way because God is King, He knows Simon’s heart. But it does matter to us in this way – God knows our heart, too. If the object of our faith is anything other than Jesus Christ, we have “believed in vain”. The church might have been born in Jerusalem, but it won’t stay only there - God never intended for the Gospel message to stay in Jerusalem. It's moving outward and it's come to Samaria, confronting a man named Simon, a magician. But the Gospel effecti… Rod Ohmes 3000 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216652/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts8925realbeliefrodohmes/id/4049716.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216652 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:9-8:25, Series: Acts: Session Part#29 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The church might have been born in Jerusalem, but it won’t stay only there - God never intended for the Gospel message to stay in Jerusalem. It's moving outward and it's come to Samaria, confronting a man named Simon, a magician. But the Gospel effectively destroys the strongholds of the enemy, and it changes everything. Simon had built his life on receiving attention and glory, but Luke says he believed and was baptized. But was his conversion genuine? * James 2:19 | John 2:23-25 | Matthew 13 | John 6:64 | 1 Corinthians 15:1-2 | Matthew 7 Consider also the object of Simon’s faith. Is belief in signs and wonders the same thing as saving faith? In a way, it doesn’t matter if we ever figure out if Simon was genuinely saved or not. It doesn't matter in a way because God is King, He knows Simon’s heart. But it does matter to us in this way – God knows our heart, too. If the object of our faith is anything other than Jesus Christ, we have “believed in vain”. The church might have been born in Jerusalem, but it won’t stay only there - God never intended for the Gospel message to stay in Jerusalem. It's moving outward and it's come to Samaria, confronting a man named Simon, a magician. But the Gospel effectively destroys the strongholds of the enemy, and it changes everything. Simon had built his life on receiving attention and glory, but Luke says he believed and was baptized. But was his conversion genuine? * James 2:19 | John 2:23-25 | Matthew 13 | John 6:64 | 1 Corinthians 15:1-2 | Matthew 7 Consider also the object of Simon’s faith. Is belief in signs and wonders the same thing as saving faith? In a way, it doesn’t matter if we ever figure out if Simon was genuinely saved or not. It doesn't matter in a way because God is King, He knows Simon’s heart. But it does matter to us in this way – God knows our heart, too. If the object of our faith is anything other than Jesus Christ, we have “believed in vain”. The church might have been born in Jerusalem, but it won’t stay only there - God never intended for the Gospel message to stay in Jerusalem. It's moving outward and it's come to Samaria, confronting a man named Simon, a magician. But the Gospel effecti… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216652/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts8925realbeliefrodohmes/id/439551 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216652 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:9-8:25, Series: Acts: Session Part#29 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 17:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Stephen prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him. Because Stephen personally knew God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus, he could give it to others. He submitted himself to the plan and purpose of God because he knew that God rules over all. Because of the persecution, the location of these early Christians changed, but their message didn’t. They asked, "Is Jesus worth it?" and their answer was a clear "Yes." The crowds paid attention to Philip's message because of the signs and wonders, but remember that they serve the purpose of pointing to the Savior. The message of the Gospel brings joy because it reconciles those who believe it to God. Stephen prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him. Because Stephen personally knew God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus, he could give it to others. He submitted himself to the plan and purpose of God because he knew that God rules over all. Because of the persecution, the location of these early Christians changed, but their message didn’t. They asked, "Is Jesus worth it?" and their answer was a clear "Yes." The crowds paid attention to Philip's message because of the signs and wonders, but remember that they serve the purpose of pointing to the Savior. The message of the Gospel brings joy because it reconciles those who believe it to God. Stephen prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him. Because Stephen personally knew God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus, he could give it to others. He submitted himself to the plan and purpose of God because he knew that God rules ove… Rod Ohmes 2282 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216651/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts818thegospelbringsoyrodohm/id/4049703.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216651 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:1-8:8, Series: Acts: Session Part#28 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 17:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Stephen prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him. Because Stephen personally knew God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus, he could give it to others. He submitted himself to the plan and purpose of God because he knew that God rules over all. Because of the persecution, the location of these early Christians changed, but their message didn’t. They asked, "Is Jesus worth it?" and their answer was a clear "Yes." The crowds paid attention to Philip's message because of the signs and wonders, but remember that they serve the purpose of pointing to the Savior. The message of the Gospel brings joy because it reconciles those who believe it to God. Stephen prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him. Because Stephen personally knew God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus, he could give it to others. He submitted himself to the plan and purpose of God because he knew that God rules over all. Because of the persecution, the location of these early Christians changed, but their message didn’t. They asked, "Is Jesus worth it?" and their answer was a clear "Yes." The crowds paid attention to Philip's message because of the signs and wonders, but remember that they serve the purpose of pointing to the Savior. The message of the Gospel brings joy because it reconciles those who believe it to God. Stephen prayed for forgiveness for those who were killing him. Because Stephen personally knew God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus, he could give it to others. He submitted himself to the plan and purpose of God because he knew that God rules ove… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216651/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts818thegospelbringsoyrodohm/id/439549 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216651 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 8:1-8:8, Series: Acts: Session Part#28 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 17:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “He has made glorious…Galilee”. As the new day of hope dawned, the first rays of light shone in Galilee. Isaiah foretells that the victory of this Child [v.4-5] will be as unusual and unlikely as the victory over Midian. Unlikely, yes - but it will come, and with it the end of all conflict. The reason this Child is born is so that He might become Immanuel, God with us. His name is Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Jesus took our place to give us His peace. Peace floods the soul when Christ rules the heart. “He has made glorious…Galilee”. As the new day of hope dawned, the first rays of light shone in Galilee. Isaiah foretells that the victory of this Child [v.4-5] will be as unusual and unlikely as the victory over Midian. Unlikely, yes - but it will come, and with it the end of all conflict. The reason this Child is born is so that He might become Immanuel, God with us. His name is Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Jesus took our place to give us His peace. Peace floods the soul when Christ rules the heart. “He has made glorious…Galilee”. As the new day of hope dawned, the first rays of light shone in Galilee. Isaiah foretells that the victory of this Child [v.4-5] will be as unusual and unlikely as the victory over Midian. Unlikely, yes - but it will com… Rod Ohmes 2240 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216648/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thezealofthelordensureschristm/id/4049700.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216648 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Christmas, salvation, light, born, zeal of the Lord, guarantee, , Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-9:7 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 17:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “He has made glorious…Galilee”. As the new day of hope dawned, the first rays of light shone in Galilee. Isaiah foretells that the victory of this Child [v.4-5] will be as unusual and unlikely as the victory over Midian. Unlikely, yes - but it will come, and with it the end of all conflict. The reason this Child is born is so that He might become Immanuel, God with us. His name is Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Jesus took our place to give us His peace. Peace floods the soul when Christ rules the heart. “He has made glorious…Galilee”. As the new day of hope dawned, the first rays of light shone in Galilee. Isaiah foretells that the victory of this Child [v.4-5] will be as unusual and unlikely as the victory over Midian. Unlikely, yes - but it will come, and with it the end of all conflict. The reason this Child is born is so that He might become Immanuel, God with us. His name is Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Jesus took our place to give us His peace. Peace floods the soul when Christ rules the heart. “He has made glorious…Galilee”. As the new day of hope dawned, the first rays of light shone in Galilee. Isaiah foretells that the victory of this Child [v.4-5] will be as unusual and unlikely as the victory over Midian. Unlikely, yes - but it will com… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216648/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thezealofthelordensureschristm/id/439548 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216648 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Christmas, salvation, light, born, zeal of the Lord, guarantee, , Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-9:7 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Stephen is captured and called to testify before the Sanhedrin, preaching to them that God’s presence isn’t now or ever has been limited to any particular place. He proves it with Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon. But like their forefathers before them, this council failed to respond in faith to God’s gracious invitation. Stephen angered them with his preaching that the law and the temple point to Jesus. The God of Israel isn't limited to their specific geographical spot in Jerusalem; He is the God of the whole world. Even with his last breaths, Stephen wasn’t thinking about himself. Like Jesus, he was more concerned with the eternity of those persecuting him because he knew his eternity was secure. Those who have been redeemed by Jesus, the Righteous One, rest in the Holy Spirit. As the only Righteous One, Jesus bears the iniquity (sin) of God’s people. Stephen is captured and called to testify before the Sanhedrin, preaching to them that God’s presence isn’t now or ever has been limited to any particular place. He proves it with Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon. But like their forefathers before them, this council failed to respond in faith to God’s gracious invitation. Stephen angered them with his preaching that the law and the temple point to Jesus. The God of Israel isn't limited to their specific geographical spot in Jerusalem; He is the God of the whole world. Even with his last breaths, Stephen wasn’t thinking about himself. Like Jesus, he was more concerned with the eternity of those persecuting him because he knew his eternity was secure. Those who have been redeemed by Jesus, the Righteous One, rest in the Holy Spirit. As the only Righteous One, Jesus bears the iniquity (sin) of God’s people. Stephen is captured and called to testify before the Sanhedrin, preaching to them that God’s presence isn’t now or ever has been limited to any particular place. He proves it with Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon. But like their forefathers b… Rod Ohmes 2941 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts7160restingvsresistingrodo/id/4049689.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216646 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 7:1-7:60, Series: Acts: Session Part#27 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Stephen is captured and called to testify before the Sanhedrin, preaching to them that God’s presence isn’t now or ever has been limited to any particular place. He proves it with Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon. But like their forefathers before them, this council failed to respond in faith to God’s gracious invitation. Stephen angered them with his preaching that the law and the temple point to Jesus. The God of Israel isn't limited to their specific geographical spot in Jerusalem; He is the God of the whole world. Even with his last breaths, Stephen wasn’t thinking about himself. Like Jesus, he was more concerned with the eternity of those persecuting him because he knew his eternity was secure. Those who have been redeemed by Jesus, the Righteous One, rest in the Holy Spirit. As the only Righteous One, Jesus bears the iniquity (sin) of God’s people. Stephen is captured and called to testify before the Sanhedrin, preaching to them that God’s presence isn’t now or ever has been limited to any particular place. He proves it with Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon. But like their forefathers before them, this council failed to respond in faith to God’s gracious invitation. Stephen angered them with his preaching that the law and the temple point to Jesus. The God of Israel isn't limited to their specific geographical spot in Jerusalem; He is the God of the whole world. Even with his last breaths, Stephen wasn’t thinking about himself. Like Jesus, he was more concerned with the eternity of those persecuting him because he knew his eternity was secure. Those who have been redeemed by Jesus, the Righteous One, rest in the Holy Spirit. As the only Righteous One, Jesus bears the iniquity (sin) of God’s people. Stephen is captured and called to testify before the Sanhedrin, preaching to them that God’s presence isn’t now or ever has been limited to any particular place. He proves it with Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon. But like their forefathers b… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts7160restingvsresistingrodo/id/439546 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22216646 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Stephen, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 7:1-7:60, Series: Acts: Session Part#27 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Stephen was one of the deacons the church recognized and the apostles installed as a Spirit-filled man of good repute and full of wisdom. [v.8] says that Stephen was “full of grace and power” and was “doing great wonders and signs among the people”. The way he lived and the way he died remind of of Jesus. And it was the Spirit who empowered him to do this. “Christ’s power enables Christians to do what they ought and to be who they ought.” - Kent Hughes - Luke 12:11-12 - Luke 21:12-15 The Gospel may be the message that leads to persecution, but it’s the only message that leads to eternal life. The religious leaders seized Stephen in anger, and Stephen seized the opportunity to bear witness to them of Christ in love. When Christians speak the truth of the Gospel of Jesus, they also have God’s approval. Stephen was one of the deacons the church recognized and the apostles installed as a Spirit-filled man of good repute and full of wisdom. [v.8] says that Stephen was “full of grace and power” and was “doing great wonders and signs among the people”. The way he lived and the way he died remind of of Jesus. And it was the Spirit who empowered him to do this. “Christ’s power enables Christians to do what they ought and to be who they ought.” - Kent Hughes - Luke 12:11-12 - Luke 21:12-15 The Gospel may be the message that leads to persecution, but it’s the only message that leads to eternal life. The religious leaders seized Stephen in anger, and Stephen seized the opportunity to bear witness to them of Christ in love. When Christians speak the truth of the Gospel of Jesus, they also have God’s approval. Stephen was one of the deacons the church recognized and the apostles installed as a Spirit-filled man of good repute and full of wisdom. [v.8] says that Stephen was “full of grace and power” and was “doing great wonders and signs among the people”. Th… Rod Ohmes 2528 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22206989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts6815esusreflectedrodohmes/id/4040247.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22206989 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 6:8-6:15, Series: Acts: Session Part#26 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Stephen was one of the deacons the church recognized and the apostles installed as a Spirit-filled man of good repute and full of wisdom. [v.8] says that Stephen was “full of grace and power” and was “doing great wonders and signs among the people”. The way he lived and the way he died remind of of Jesus. And it was the Spirit who empowered him to do this. “Christ’s power enables Christians to do what they ought and to be who they ought.” - Kent Hughes - Luke 12:11-12 - Luke 21:12-15 The Gospel may be the message that leads to persecution, but it’s the only message that leads to eternal life. The religious leaders seized Stephen in anger, and Stephen seized the opportunity to bear witness to them of Christ in love. When Christians speak the truth of the Gospel of Jesus, they also have God’s approval. Stephen was one of the deacons the church recognized and the apostles installed as a Spirit-filled man of good repute and full of wisdom. [v.8] says that Stephen was “full of grace and power” and was “doing great wonders and signs among the people”. The way he lived and the way he died remind of of Jesus. And it was the Spirit who empowered him to do this. “Christ’s power enables Christians to do what they ought and to be who they ought.” - Kent Hughes - Luke 12:11-12 - Luke 21:12-15 The Gospel may be the message that leads to persecution, but it’s the only message that leads to eternal life. The religious leaders seized Stephen in anger, and Stephen seized the opportunity to bear witness to them of Christ in love. When Christians speak the truth of the Gospel of Jesus, they also have God’s approval. Stephen was one of the deacons the church recognized and the apostles installed as a Spirit-filled man of good repute and full of wisdom. [v.8] says that Stephen was “full of grace and power” and was “doing great wonders and signs among the people”. Th… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22206989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts6815esusreflectedrodohmes/id/438925 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22206989 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 6:8-6:15, Series: Acts: Session Part#26 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When the Gospel is faithfully preached, the church grows, but it also means there are more opportunities for disagreement and discontentedness. Reconciliation didn’t come naturally to the early church, but it needed to be strived for because Christ has not only removed the barrier between the sinner and God, His death and resurrection has knocked down the dividing wall between believers, too. We constantly need wisdom and discernment from the Spirit on what is okay and what is best. The first set of deacons were selected because of their character more than anything. [v.7] explains that the success of Gospel ministry comes by the Word of God increasing. Jesus continues to build His Church. Are you an active part of it? When the Gospel is faithfully preached, the church grows, but it also means there are more opportunities for disagreement and discontentedness. Reconciliation didn’t come naturally to the early church, but it needed to be strived for because Christ has not only removed the barrier between the sinner and God, His death and resurrection has knocked down the dividing wall between believers, too. We constantly need wisdom and discernment from the Spirit on what is okay and what is best. The first set of deacons were selected because of their character more than anything. [v.7] explains that the success of Gospel ministry comes by the Word of God increasing. Jesus continues to build His Church. Are you an active part of it? When the Gospel is faithfully preached, the church grows, but it also means there are more opportunities for disagreement and discontentedness. Reconciliation didn’t come naturally to the early church, but it needed to be strived for because Christ h… Rod Ohmes 2813 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22203870/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts617thewordofgodincreasedro/id/4037839.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22203870 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 6:1-6:7, Series: Acts: Session Part#25 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When the Gospel is faithfully preached, the church grows, but it also means there are more opportunities for disagreement and discontentedness. Reconciliation didn’t come naturally to the early church, but it needed to be strived for because Christ has not only removed the barrier between the sinner and God, His death and resurrection has knocked down the dividing wall between believers, too. We constantly need wisdom and discernment from the Spirit on what is okay and what is best. The first set of deacons were selected because of their character more than anything. [v.7] explains that the success of Gospel ministry comes by the Word of God increasing. Jesus continues to build His Church. Are you an active part of it? When the Gospel is faithfully preached, the church grows, but it also means there are more opportunities for disagreement and discontentedness. Reconciliation didn’t come naturally to the early church, but it needed to be strived for because Christ has not only removed the barrier between the sinner and God, His death and resurrection has knocked down the dividing wall between believers, too. We constantly need wisdom and discernment from the Spirit on what is okay and what is best. The first set of deacons were selected because of their character more than anything. [v.7] explains that the success of Gospel ministry comes by the Word of God increasing. Jesus continues to build His Church. Are you an active part of it? When the Gospel is faithfully preached, the church grows, but it also means there are more opportunities for disagreement and discontentedness. Reconciliation didn’t come naturally to the early church, but it needed to be strived for because Christ h… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22203870/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts617thewordofgodincreasedro/id/438740 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22203870 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 6:1-6:7, Series: Acts: Session Part#25 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 18:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter was making it very clear - Jesus is God’s true Leader and Savior. The One who hung on the tree is the only One who gives repentance and forgiveness of sins. Luke says that these apostles were witnesses TO these things as proclaimers OF them. They were actively participating in what God was doing. God often uses unlikely sources to help His people or get His message across. The unstoppable joy of the Lord even under persecution is the Holy Spirit pressing down more and more on the accelerator of Christian mission. As often as they had opportunity, publicly and privately, they spoke of Jesus. We will not have the power of the Spirit if we are saying “no” to Him. The Gospel is still “the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes”. (Rom. 1:16) Peter was making it very clear - Jesus is God’s true Leader and Savior. The One who hung on the tree is the only One who gives repentance and forgiveness of sins. Luke says that these apostles were witnesses TO these things as proclaimers OF them. They were actively participating in what God was doing. God often uses unlikely sources to help His people or get His message across. The unstoppable joy of the Lord even under persecution is the Holy Spirit pressing down more and more on the accelerator of Christian mission. As often as they had opportunity, publicly and privately, they spoke of Jesus. We will not have the power of the Spirit if we are saying “no” to Him. The Gospel is still “the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes”. (Rom. 1:16) Peter was making it very clear - Jesus is God’s true Leader and Savior. The One who hung on the tree is the only One who gives repentance and forgiveness of sins. Luke says that these apostles were witnesses TO these things as proclaimers OF them. Th… Rod Ohmes 2987 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22201320/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts52942persistenceinobedienc/id/4035336.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22201320 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:29-5:42, Series: Acts: Session Part#24 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 18:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter was making it very clear - Jesus is God’s true Leader and Savior. The One who hung on the tree is the only One who gives repentance and forgiveness of sins. Luke says that these apostles were witnesses TO these things as proclaimers OF them. They were actively participating in what God was doing. God often uses unlikely sources to help His people or get His message across. The unstoppable joy of the Lord even under persecution is the Holy Spirit pressing down more and more on the accelerator of Christian mission. As often as they had opportunity, publicly and privately, they spoke of Jesus. We will not have the power of the Spirit if we are saying “no” to Him. The Gospel is still “the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes”. (Rom. 1:16) Peter was making it very clear - Jesus is God’s true Leader and Savior. The One who hung on the tree is the only One who gives repentance and forgiveness of sins. Luke says that these apostles were witnesses TO these things as proclaimers OF them. They were actively participating in what God was doing. God often uses unlikely sources to help His people or get His message across. The unstoppable joy of the Lord even under persecution is the Holy Spirit pressing down more and more on the accelerator of Christian mission. As often as they had opportunity, publicly and privately, they spoke of Jesus. We will not have the power of the Spirit if we are saying “no” to Him. The Gospel is still “the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes”. (Rom. 1:16) Peter was making it very clear - Jesus is God’s true Leader and Savior. The One who hung on the tree is the only One who gives repentance and forgiveness of sins. Luke says that these apostles were witnesses TO these things as proclaimers OF them. Th… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22201320/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts52942persistenceinobedienc/id/438541 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22201320 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:29-5:42, Series: Acts: Session Part#24 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 15:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The religious leaders were jealous of the apostles' power and influence, but they didn't want to give praise to Jesus - they wanted the praise. Jealousy doesn't take root in our hearts and remain dormant. Jealousy needs to be confessed and repented of quickly before it wreaks havoc in our relationships. No doubt what was happening to these apostles and the early church was being used by God to prepare them for future ministry. Is it possible that the fiery trial that’s come upon you will be used by God in preparation for future ministry opportunities? These followers of Jesus were freed from bondage, but not to just to go and live for themselves. Followers of Jesus are set free for a purpose – to go, stand firm, & speak the words of Life. When we’re utterly convinced of the truth of Christ's resurrection, and when we know personally the presence and power of His Holy Spirit, we can’t help but speak about Him. The religious leaders were jealous of the apostles' power and influence, but they didn't want to give praise to Jesus - they wanted the praise. Jealousy doesn't take root in our hearts and remain dormant. Jealousy needs to be confessed and repented of quickly before it wreaks havoc in our relationships. No doubt what was happening to these apostles and the early church was being used by God to prepare them for future ministry. Is it possible that the fiery trial that’s come upon you will be used by God in preparation for future ministry opportunities? These followers of Jesus were freed from bondage, but not to just to go and live for themselves. Followers of Jesus are set free for a purpose – to go, stand firm, & speak the words of Life. When we’re utterly convinced of the truth of Christ's resurrection, and when we know personally the presence and power of His Holy Spirit, we can’t help but speak about Him. The religious leaders were jealous of the apostles' power and influence, but they didn't want to give praise to Jesus - they wanted the praise. Jealousy doesn't take root in our hearts and remain dormant. Jealousy needs to be confessed and repented of … Rod Ohmes 2473 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22198980/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts51732gostandspeakrodohmes/id/4033099.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22198980 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:17-5:32, Series: Acts: Session Part#23 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 15:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The religious leaders were jealous of the apostles' power and influence, but they didn't want to give praise to Jesus - they wanted the praise. Jealousy doesn't take root in our hearts and remain dormant. Jealousy needs to be confessed and repented of quickly before it wreaks havoc in our relationships. No doubt what was happening to these apostles and the early church was being used by God to prepare them for future ministry. Is it possible that the fiery trial that’s come upon you will be used by God in preparation for future ministry opportunities? These followers of Jesus were freed from bondage, but not to just to go and live for themselves. Followers of Jesus are set free for a purpose – to go, stand firm, & speak the words of Life. When we’re utterly convinced of the truth of Christ's resurrection, and when we know personally the presence and power of His Holy Spirit, we can’t help but speak about Him. The religious leaders were jealous of the apostles' power and influence, but they didn't want to give praise to Jesus - they wanted the praise. Jealousy doesn't take root in our hearts and remain dormant. Jealousy needs to be confessed and repented of quickly before it wreaks havoc in our relationships. No doubt what was happening to these apostles and the early church was being used by God to prepare them for future ministry. Is it possible that the fiery trial that’s come upon you will be used by God in preparation for future ministry opportunities? These followers of Jesus were freed from bondage, but not to just to go and live for themselves. Followers of Jesus are set free for a purpose – to go, stand firm, & speak the words of Life. When we’re utterly convinced of the truth of Christ's resurrection, and when we know personally the presence and power of His Holy Spirit, we can’t help but speak about Him. The religious leaders were jealous of the apostles' power and influence, but they didn't want to give praise to Jesus - they wanted the praise. Jealousy doesn't take root in our hearts and remain dormant. Jealousy needs to be confessed and repented of … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22198980/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts51732gostandspeakrodohmes/id/438384 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22198980 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:17-5:32, Series: Acts: Session Part#23 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 16:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Incredible things were happening in and around the church in Jerusalem. People are healed, demons are cast away, and the church explodes with growth. The Lord's stretching out His hand to heal. Jesus' name contains the power to heal and perform signs and wonders. (Acts 4:30) There’s power in the name of Jesus, but if we never expect God to do great things, we likely won’t recognize it when He does them. God continues doing incredible things in and through His people because it demonstrates His power and glory. The signs and miracles and healings have a purpose – they prove that Jesus is the Son of God and that you should believe Him (John 20:31). The power and holiness of God motivates Christians to seek personal holiness. For the church to grow, Christians need a proper fear of God and a desire for holiness. God has sent His Son not as a shadow of complete healing, but as the One who comes and makes all things new. Incredible things were happening in and around the church in Jerusalem. People are healed, demons are cast away, and the church explodes with growth. The Lord's stretching out His hand to heal. Jesus' name contains the power to heal and perform signs and wonders. (Acts 4:30) There’s power in the name of Jesus, but if we never expect God to do great things, we likely won’t recognize it when He does them. God continues doing incredible things in and through His people because it demonstrates His power and glory. The signs and miracles and healings have a purpose – they prove that Jesus is the Son of God and that you should believe Him (John 20:31). The power and holiness of God motivates Christians to seek personal holiness. For the church to grow, Christians need a proper fear of God and a desire for holiness. God has sent His Son not as a shadow of complete healing, but as the One who comes and makes all things new. Incredible things were happening in and around the church in Jerusalem. People are healed, demons are cast away, and the church explodes with growth. The Lord's stretching out His hand to heal. Jesus' name contains the power to heal and perform signs … Rod Ohmes 2128 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195976/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts51216healedforholinessrodo/id/4030115.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195976 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:12-5:16, Series: Acts: Session Part#22 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 16:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Incredible things were happening in and around the church in Jerusalem. People are healed, demons are cast away, and the church explodes with growth. The Lord's stretching out His hand to heal. Jesus' name contains the power to heal and perform signs and wonders. (Acts 4:30) There’s power in the name of Jesus, but if we never expect God to do great things, we likely won’t recognize it when He does them. God continues doing incredible things in and through His people because it demonstrates His power and glory. The signs and miracles and healings have a purpose – they prove that Jesus is the Son of God and that you should believe Him (John 20:31). The power and holiness of God motivates Christians to seek personal holiness. For the church to grow, Christians need a proper fear of God and a desire for holiness. God has sent His Son not as a shadow of complete healing, but as the One who comes and makes all things new. Incredible things were happening in and around the church in Jerusalem. People are healed, demons are cast away, and the church explodes with growth. The Lord's stretching out His hand to heal. Jesus' name contains the power to heal and perform signs and wonders. (Acts 4:30) There’s power in the name of Jesus, but if we never expect God to do great things, we likely won’t recognize it when He does them. God continues doing incredible things in and through His people because it demonstrates His power and glory. The signs and miracles and healings have a purpose – they prove that Jesus is the Son of God and that you should believe Him (John 20:31). The power and holiness of God motivates Christians to seek personal holiness. For the church to grow, Christians need a proper fear of God and a desire for holiness. God has sent His Son not as a shadow of complete healing, but as the One who comes and makes all things new. Incredible things were happening in and around the church in Jerusalem. People are healed, demons are cast away, and the church explodes with growth. The Lord's stretching out His hand to heal. Jesus' name contains the power to heal and perform signs … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195976/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts51216healedforholinessrodo/id/438197 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195976 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:12-5:16, Series: Acts: Session Part#22 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 16:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes That word “hypocrite” refers to the practice of putting on a mask and playing a part on stage. Hypocrisy is fueled by pride – it’s always motivated by self-love. Christians know who they are apart from Christ, but they also ought to know who they are in Christ and seek to walk according to the Spirit in that way. The sin of Ananias and Sapphira wasn’t that they sold their property and only gave part of the proceeds to the church. Their sin was that they conspired together to deceive the apostles and the church into thinking that they were giving the entire amount, when in fact they kept back a portion for themselves. They were trying to make people think they were more spiritual than they really were. The call on Christians to pursue purity and honesty is real and relevant today. God calls His children not to hypocrisy, but to real, genuine faith in community. May our pursuit of truth and purity lead us to confession and repentance. May our submission to the Spirit cause us to recognize and grieve our own hypocrisy. May our hearts be filled with reverence for the Lord and love for our bros & sis. That word “hypocrite” refers to the practice of putting on a mask and playing a part on stage. Hypocrisy is fueled by pride – it’s always motivated by self-love. Christians know who they are apart from Christ, but they also ought to know who they are in Christ and seek to walk according to the Spirit in that way. The sin of Ananias and Sapphira wasn’t that they sold their property and only gave part of the proceeds to the church. Their sin was that they conspired together to deceive the apostles and the church into thinking that they were giving the entire amount, when in fact they kept back a portion for themselves. They were trying to make people think they were more spiritual than they really were. The call on Christians to pursue purity and honesty is real and relevant today. God calls His children not to hypocrisy, but to real, genuine faith in community. May our pursuit of truth and purity lead us to confession and repentance. May our submission to the Spirit cause us to recognize and grieve our own hypocrisy. May our hearts be filled with reverence for the Lord and love for our bros & sis. That word “hypocrite” refers to the practice of putting on a mask and playing a part on stage. Hypocrisy is fueled by pride – it’s always motivated by self-love. Christians know who they are apart from Christ, but they also ought to know who they are… Rod Ohmes 2394 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195973/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts5111insidethechurchpart2ro/id/4030110.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195973 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:1-5:11, Series: Acts: Session Part#21 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 16:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes That word “hypocrite” refers to the practice of putting on a mask and playing a part on stage. Hypocrisy is fueled by pride – it’s always motivated by self-love. Christians know who they are apart from Christ, but they also ought to know who they are in Christ and seek to walk according to the Spirit in that way. The sin of Ananias and Sapphira wasn’t that they sold their property and only gave part of the proceeds to the church. Their sin was that they conspired together to deceive the apostles and the church into thinking that they were giving the entire amount, when in fact they kept back a portion for themselves. They were trying to make people think they were more spiritual than they really were. The call on Christians to pursue purity and honesty is real and relevant today. God calls His children not to hypocrisy, but to real, genuine faith in community. May our pursuit of truth and purity lead us to confession and repentance. May our submission to the Spirit cause us to recognize and grieve our own hypocrisy. May our hearts be filled with reverence for the Lord and love for our bros & sis. That word “hypocrite” refers to the practice of putting on a mask and playing a part on stage. Hypocrisy is fueled by pride – it’s always motivated by self-love. Christians know who they are apart from Christ, but they also ought to know who they are in Christ and seek to walk according to the Spirit in that way. The sin of Ananias and Sapphira wasn’t that they sold their property and only gave part of the proceeds to the church. Their sin was that they conspired together to deceive the apostles and the church into thinking that they were giving the entire amount, when in fact they kept back a portion for themselves. They were trying to make people think they were more spiritual than they really were. The call on Christians to pursue purity and honesty is real and relevant today. God calls His children not to hypocrisy, but to real, genuine faith in community. May our pursuit of truth and purity lead us to confession and repentance. May our submission to the Spirit cause us to recognize and grieve our own hypocrisy. May our hearts be filled with reverence for the Lord and love for our bros & sis. That word “hypocrite” refers to the practice of putting on a mask and playing a part on stage. Hypocrisy is fueled by pride – it’s always motivated by self-love. Christians know who they are apart from Christ, but they also ought to know who they are… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195973/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts5111insidethechurchpart2ro/id/438196 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22195973 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 5:1-5:11, Series: Acts: Session Part#21 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 19:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The early church was moved by the same Spirit and so they had the same love and care for each other. And because they were one in spirit, they regarded people as more important than things. “Two of the effects of believing in Jesus are that the heart is loosened in relationship to things and tightened in its relationship to people. Being a Christian means being changed from the inside out so that you fall in love with people and fall out of love with things." - John Piper God creates unity by the Gospel. Sacrificial love is generated in the heart of the Christian by salvation through Christ. With great power they were preaching about the resurrection of Jesus and it resulted in great grace upon the church. The Gospel unites us, gives us genuine love for one another, and then sends us out to share that love with the world. The early church was moved by the same Spirit and so they had the same love and care for each other. And because they were one in spirit, they regarded people as more important than things. “Two of the effects of believing in Jesus are that the heart is loosened in relationship to things and tightened in its relationship to people. Being a Christian means being changed from the inside out so that you fall in love with people and fall out of love with things." - John Piper God creates unity by the Gospel. Sacrificial love is generated in the heart of the Christian by salvation through Christ. With great power they were preaching about the resurrection of Jesus and it resulted in great grace upon the church. The Gospel unites us, gives us genuine love for one another, and then sends us out to share that love with the world. The early church was moved by the same Spirit and so they had the same love and care for each other. And because they were one in spirit, they regarded people as more important than things. “Two of the effects of believing in Jesus are that the heart … Rod Ohmes 2449 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190709/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts43237insidethechurchpart1r/id/4024931.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190709 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:23-4:31, Series: Acts: Session Part#20 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 19:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The early church was moved by the same Spirit and so they had the same love and care for each other. And because they were one in spirit, they regarded people as more important than things. “Two of the effects of believing in Jesus are that the heart is loosened in relationship to things and tightened in its relationship to people. Being a Christian means being changed from the inside out so that you fall in love with people and fall out of love with things." - John Piper God creates unity by the Gospel. Sacrificial love is generated in the heart of the Christian by salvation through Christ. With great power they were preaching about the resurrection of Jesus and it resulted in great grace upon the church. The Gospel unites us, gives us genuine love for one another, and then sends us out to share that love with the world. The early church was moved by the same Spirit and so they had the same love and care for each other. And because they were one in spirit, they regarded people as more important than things. “Two of the effects of believing in Jesus are that the heart is loosened in relationship to things and tightened in its relationship to people. Being a Christian means being changed from the inside out so that you fall in love with people and fall out of love with things." - John Piper God creates unity by the Gospel. Sacrificial love is generated in the heart of the Christian by salvation through Christ. With great power they were preaching about the resurrection of Jesus and it resulted in great grace upon the church. The Gospel unites us, gives us genuine love for one another, and then sends us out to share that love with the world. The early church was moved by the same Spirit and so they had the same love and care for each other. And because they were one in spirit, they regarded people as more important than things. “Two of the effects of believing in Jesus are that the heart … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190709/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts43237insidethechurchpart1r/id/437855 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190709 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:23-4:31, Series: Acts: Session Part#20 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 19:14:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Acts, Luke is showing that God dwells within His people, and He gets His people moving. But conflict and danger didn’t cause them to wring their hands in worry, it moved them to pray. They drew great confidence and boldness from the sovereignty of God. Part of the early church’s theology was that persecution had purpose. They didn’t pray for comfort in affliction, but that God’s will would be done above anything else. 1. Their prayer is rooted in God’s character. 2. Their prayer is rooted in Scripture. 3. Their prayer is focused on the mission, not their comfort. In Acts, Luke is showing that God dwells within His people, and He gets His people moving. But conflict and danger didn’t cause them to wring their hands in worry, it moved them to pray. They drew great confidence and boldness from the sovereignty of God. Part of the early church’s theology was that persecution had purpose. They didn’t pray for comfort in affliction, but that God’s will would be done above anything else. 1. Their prayer is rooted in God’s character. 2. Their prayer is rooted in Scripture. 3. Their prayer is focused on the mission, not their comfort. In Acts, Luke is showing that God dwells within His people, and He gets His people moving. But conflict and danger didn’t cause them to wring their hands in worry, it moved them to pray. They drew great confidence and boldness from the sovereignty of… Rod Ohmes 2376 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190708/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts42331boldlyprayingforboldn/id/4024930.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190708 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:23-4:31, Series: Acts: Session Part#19 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 19:14:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Acts, Luke is showing that God dwells within His people, and He gets His people moving. But conflict and danger didn’t cause them to wring their hands in worry, it moved them to pray. They drew great confidence and boldness from the sovereignty of God. Part of the early church’s theology was that persecution had purpose. They didn’t pray for comfort in affliction, but that God’s will would be done above anything else. 1. Their prayer is rooted in God’s character. 2. Their prayer is rooted in Scripture. 3. Their prayer is focused on the mission, not their comfort. In Acts, Luke is showing that God dwells within His people, and He gets His people moving. But conflict and danger didn’t cause them to wring their hands in worry, it moved them to pray. They drew great confidence and boldness from the sovereignty of God. Part of the early church’s theology was that persecution had purpose. They didn’t pray for comfort in affliction, but that God’s will would be done above anything else. 1. Their prayer is rooted in God’s character. 2. Their prayer is rooted in Scripture. 3. Their prayer is focused on the mission, not their comfort. In Acts, Luke is showing that God dwells within His people, and He gets His people moving. But conflict and danger didn’t cause them to wring their hands in worry, it moved them to pray. They drew great confidence and boldness from the sovereignty of… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190708/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts42331boldlyprayingforboldn/id/437854 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22190708 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:23-4:31, Series: Acts: Session Part#19 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes These early Christians trusted the Lord and gracefully endured under pressure. Despite the opposition, they believed that truth cannot be silenced no matter how it makes people feel and the Gospel cannot be stopped regardless of who or what comes against it. The religious rulers feared losing power more than they feared the power of God. They willingly gave up eternal life for temporary control. But they recognized that Jesus is the key to the Christian’s witness and power - "don't speak or teach in His name." If the choice is put before us of obeying God or man, we go with God. But even their righteous rebellion against evil authority was dominated by the example of Christ (Peter in 5:29, Stephen in 7:60). - God can and will use Christians who are dedicated to Him. - You are never alone when you choose to go with God. Now is the time for followers of Christ to respond in godly boldness. “If my life is fruitless, it doesn’t matter who praises me. And if my life is faithful, it doesn’t matter who criticizes me.” - John Bunyan These early Christians trusted the Lord and gracefully endured under pressure. Despite the opposition, they believed that truth cannot be silenced no matter how it makes people feel and the Gospel cannot be stopped regardless of who or what comes against it. The religious rulers feared losing power more than they feared the power of God. They willingly gave up eternal life for temporary control. But they recognized that Jesus is the key to the Christian’s witness and power - "don't speak or teach in His name." If the choice is put before us of obeying God or man, we go with God. But even their righteous rebellion against evil authority was dominated by the example of Christ (Peter in 5:29, Stephen in 7:60). - God can and will use Christians who are dedicated to Him. - You are never alone when you choose to go with God. Now is the time for followers of Christ to respond in godly boldness. “If my life is fruitless, it doesn’t matter who praises me. And if my life is faithful, it doesn’t matter who criticizes me.” - John Bunyan These early Christians trusted the Lord and gracefully endured under pressure. Despite the opposition, they believed that truth cannot be silenced no matter how it makes people feel and the Gospel cannot be stopped regardless of who or what comes aga… Rod Ohmes 2368 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22185547/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts41322wecannotbesilentrodoh/id/4019856.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22185547 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:13-4:22, Series: Acts: Session Part#18 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes These early Christians trusted the Lord and gracefully endured under pressure. Despite the opposition, they believed that truth cannot be silenced no matter how it makes people feel and the Gospel cannot be stopped regardless of who or what comes against it. The religious rulers feared losing power more than they feared the power of God. They willingly gave up eternal life for temporary control. But they recognized that Jesus is the key to the Christian’s witness and power - "don't speak or teach in His name." If the choice is put before us of obeying God or man, we go with God. But even their righteous rebellion against evil authority was dominated by the example of Christ (Peter in 5:29, Stephen in 7:60). - God can and will use Christians who are dedicated to Him. - You are never alone when you choose to go with God. Now is the time for followers of Christ to respond in godly boldness. “If my life is fruitless, it doesn’t matter who praises me. And if my life is faithful, it doesn’t matter who criticizes me.” - John Bunyan These early Christians trusted the Lord and gracefully endured under pressure. Despite the opposition, they believed that truth cannot be silenced no matter how it makes people feel and the Gospel cannot be stopped regardless of who or what comes against it. The religious rulers feared losing power more than they feared the power of God. They willingly gave up eternal life for temporary control. But they recognized that Jesus is the key to the Christian’s witness and power - "don't speak or teach in His name." If the choice is put before us of obeying God or man, we go with God. But even their righteous rebellion against evil authority was dominated by the example of Christ (Peter in 5:29, Stephen in 7:60). - God can and will use Christians who are dedicated to Him. - You are never alone when you choose to go with God. Now is the time for followers of Christ to respond in godly boldness. “If my life is fruitless, it doesn’t matter who praises me. And if my life is faithful, it doesn’t matter who criticizes me.” - John Bunyan These early Christians trusted the Lord and gracefully endured under pressure. Despite the opposition, they believed that truth cannot be silenced no matter how it makes people feel and the Gospel cannot be stopped regardless of who or what comes aga… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22185547/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts41322wecannotbesilentrodoh/id/437483 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22185547 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:13-4:22, Series: Acts: Session Part#18 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 16:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes James David teaches on Acts 4:5-12 and Peter's testimony before the religious leaders. James David teaches on Acts 4:5-12 and Peter's testimony before the religious leaders. James David teaches on Acts 4:5-12 and Peter's testimony before the religious leaders.… Rod Ohmes 2799 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182897/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts4512amesdavid/id/4017239.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182897 Ramsey Creek, James David, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:5-4:12, Series: Acts: Session Part#17 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 15:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes James David teaches on Acts 4:1-4 and the arrest of Peter and John. James David teaches on Acts 4:1-4 and the arrest of Peter and John. James David teaches on Acts 4:1-4 and the arrest of Peter and John.… Rod Ohmes 1926 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182895/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts414amesdavid/id/4017235.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182895 Ramsey Creek, James David, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 4:1-4:4, Series: Acts: Session Part#16 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter consciously called on the name, power, and authority of Jesus, not on his power or authority. He won’t even take credit for the faith that was exercised in the healing [v.16]. Both the faith and the healing came from Jesus, not Peter. Verses 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, & 26 all point specifically to Jesus! Jesus was the clear and consistent point of what the apostles said and did. True workers of God are not glory-seekers; they are glory-reflectors. "Times of refreshing" = there’s hope in the Gospel because, in Christ, your sins are wiped away. Peter consciously called on the name, power, and authority of Jesus, not on his power or authority. He won’t even take credit for the faith that was exercised in the healing [v.16]. Both the faith and the healing came from Jesus, not Peter. Verses 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, & 26 all point specifically to Jesus! Jesus was the clear and consistent point of what the apostles said and did. True workers of God are not glory-seekers; they are glory-reflectors. "Times of refreshing" = there’s hope in the Gospel because, in Christ, your sins are wiped away. Peter consciously called on the name, power, and authority of Jesus, not on his power or authority. He won’t even take credit for the faith that was exercised in the healing [v.16]. Both the faith and the healing came from Jesus, not Peter. Verses 13,… Rod Ohmes 2745 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts31126allsignspointtoesusro/id/4017234.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182888 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 3:11-3:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#15 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter consciously called on the name, power, and authority of Jesus, not on his power or authority. He won’t even take credit for the faith that was exercised in the healing [v.16]. Both the faith and the healing came from Jesus, not Peter. Verses 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, & 26 all point specifically to Jesus! Jesus was the clear and consistent point of what the apostles said and did. True workers of God are not glory-seekers; they are glory-reflectors. "Times of refreshing" = there’s hope in the Gospel because, in Christ, your sins are wiped away. Peter consciously called on the name, power, and authority of Jesus, not on his power or authority. He won’t even take credit for the faith that was exercised in the healing [v.16]. Both the faith and the healing came from Jesus, not Peter. Verses 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, & 26 all point specifically to Jesus! Jesus was the clear and consistent point of what the apostles said and did. True workers of God are not glory-seekers; they are glory-reflectors. "Times of refreshing" = there’s hope in the Gospel because, in Christ, your sins are wiped away. Peter consciously called on the name, power, and authority of Jesus, not on his power or authority. He won’t even take credit for the faith that was exercised in the healing [v.16]. Both the faith and the healing came from Jesus, not Peter. Verses 13,… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts31126allsignspointtoesusro/id/437315 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182888 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 3:11-3:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#15 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 15:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter, through the power of the Spirit and by the authority given to him by Jesus, was a channel of blessing to this broken man. It wasn't his power, but the power of Jesus. Like the blind man Jesus healed in Matthew 21, this man was healed so that the works of God might be displayed in him, pointing to the Messianic authority of Jesus. In Christ, God gives people so much more than they expect or deserve. Notice the progression of joy in [v.8] – the man stood firm, began to walk, then moved into an all-out sprint into the presence of God, leaping and praising Him all the way. Peter, through the power of the Spirit and by the authority given to him by Jesus, was a channel of blessing to this broken man. It wasn't his power, but the power of Jesus. Like the blind man Jesus healed in Matthew 21, this man was healed so that the works of God might be displayed in him, pointing to the Messianic authority of Jesus. In Christ, God gives people so much more than they expect or deserve. Notice the progression of joy in [v.8] – the man stood firm, began to walk, then moved into an all-out sprint into the presence of God, leaping and praising Him all the way. Peter, through the power of the Spirit and by the authority given to him by Jesus, was a channel of blessing to this broken man. It wasn't his power, but the power of Jesus. Like the blind man Jesus healed in Matthew 21, this man was healed so that the… Rod Ohmes 2353 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182880/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts3110theprogressionofoyrodo/id/4017226.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182880 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 3:1-3:10, Series: Acts: Session Part#14 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 15:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter, through the power of the Spirit and by the authority given to him by Jesus, was a channel of blessing to this broken man. It wasn't his power, but the power of Jesus. Like the blind man Jesus healed in Matthew 21, this man was healed so that the works of God might be displayed in him, pointing to the Messianic authority of Jesus. In Christ, God gives people so much more than they expect or deserve. Notice the progression of joy in [v.8] – the man stood firm, began to walk, then moved into an all-out sprint into the presence of God, leaping and praising Him all the way. Peter, through the power of the Spirit and by the authority given to him by Jesus, was a channel of blessing to this broken man. It wasn't his power, but the power of Jesus. Like the blind man Jesus healed in Matthew 21, this man was healed so that the works of God might be displayed in him, pointing to the Messianic authority of Jesus. In Christ, God gives people so much more than they expect or deserve. Notice the progression of joy in [v.8] – the man stood firm, began to walk, then moved into an all-out sprint into the presence of God, leaping and praising Him all the way. Peter, through the power of the Spirit and by the authority given to him by Jesus, was a channel of blessing to this broken man. It wasn't his power, but the power of Jesus. Like the blind man Jesus healed in Matthew 21, this man was healed so that the… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182880/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts3110theprogressionofoyrodo/id/437314 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22182880 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Scripture: Acts 3:1-3:10, Series: Acts: Session Part#14 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 18:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If the early church is an example to us at all, it has to be seen that they were an active group of people. Not just for the sake of activity, but being intentional about doing what Christ has commanded. Christ is the Cornerstone, and His sacrificial love has set the tone for the Church. This kind of sacrifical love in Acts 2 is foundational for what we’ll see in Acts 3-28 because it was the launching pad for Christian mission. The lifestyle and example of these newly converted Christians showed that Jesus is alive! The only way the Church grows is if the Lord does the adding. If the early church is an example to us at all, it has to be seen that they were an active group of people. Not just for the sake of activity, but being intentional about doing what Christ has commanded. Christ is the Cornerstone, and His sacrificial love has set the tone for the Church. This kind of sacrifical love in Acts 2 is foundational for what we’ll see in Acts 3-28 because it was the launching pad for Christian mission. The lifestyle and example of these newly converted Christians showed that Jesus is alive! The only way the Church grows is if the Lord does the adding. If the early church is an example to us at all, it has to be seen that they were an active group of people. Not just for the sake of activity, but being intentional about doing what Christ has commanded. Christ is the Cornerstone, and His sacrificial… Rod Ohmes 2767 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22172305/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts24547signsoflifepart2rodoh/id/4006891.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22172305 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Lord's Supper, Scripture: Acts 2:45-2:47, Series: Acts: Session Part#13 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 18:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If the early church is an example to us at all, it has to be seen that they were an active group of people. Not just for the sake of activity, but being intentional about doing what Christ has commanded. Christ is the Cornerstone, and His sacrificial love has set the tone for the Church. This kind of sacrifical love in Acts 2 is foundational for what we’ll see in Acts 3-28 because it was the launching pad for Christian mission. The lifestyle and example of these newly converted Christians showed that Jesus is alive! The only way the Church grows is if the Lord does the adding. If the early church is an example to us at all, it has to be seen that they were an active group of people. Not just for the sake of activity, but being intentional about doing what Christ has commanded. Christ is the Cornerstone, and His sacrificial love has set the tone for the Church. This kind of sacrifical love in Acts 2 is foundational for what we’ll see in Acts 3-28 because it was the launching pad for Christian mission. The lifestyle and example of these newly converted Christians showed that Jesus is alive! The only way the Church grows is if the Lord does the adding. If the early church is an example to us at all, it has to be seen that they were an active group of people. Not just for the sake of activity, but being intentional about doing what Christ has commanded. Christ is the Cornerstone, and His sacrificial… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22172305/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts24547signsoflifepart2rodoh/id/436596 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22172305 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Lord's Supper, Scripture: Acts 2:45-2:47, Series: Acts: Session Part#13 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 18:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Acts 2 reminds us that God builds His church by His Word. God calls and saves people to be part of His family - the Church. The Church is God's plan, not His plan B. The result of salvation in these new believers' lives was a change of devotion. They were now devoted to: 1. the apostles’ teaching - The Church delights in the continued study of God’s Word. 2. fellowship - Devotion to Jesus is what defines Christian fellowship. 3. breaking of bread - "Baptism illustrates our death with Christ; the breaking of bread illustrates His death for us." (John Phillips) 4. prayer - The early Christians prayed because they were convinced God heard them. This early church was living out Jesus’ high priestly prayer in John 17:20-21: "...that they may all be one...so that the world may believe that you have sent me." A Spirit-filled church demonstrates Christ to the world. Acts 2 reminds us that God builds His church by His Word. God calls and saves people to be part of His family - the Church. The Church is God's plan, not His plan B. The result of salvation in these new believers' lives was a change of devotion. They were now devoted to: 1. the apostles’ teaching - The Church delights in the continued study of God’s Word. 2. fellowship - Devotion to Jesus is what defines Christian fellowship. 3. breaking of bread - "Baptism illustrates our death with Christ; the breaking of bread illustrates His death for us." (John Phillips) 4. prayer - The early Christians prayed because they were convinced God heard them. This early church was living out Jesus’ high priestly prayer in John 17:20-21: "...that they may all be one...so that the world may believe that you have sent me." A Spirit-filled church demonstrates Christ to the world. Acts 2 reminds us that God builds His church by His Word. God calls and saves people to be part of His family - the Church. The Church is God's plan, not His plan B. The result of salvation in these new believers' lives was a change of devotion. They… Rod Ohmes 3053 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22169663/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts24244signsoflifepart1rodoh/id/4004282.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22169663 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Lord's Supper, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:44, Series: Acts: Session Part#12 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 18:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Acts 2 reminds us that God builds His church by His Word. God calls and saves people to be part of His family - the Church. The Church is God's plan, not His plan B. The result of salvation in these new believers' lives was a change of devotion. They were now devoted to: 1. the apostles’ teaching - The Church delights in the continued study of God’s Word. 2. fellowship - Devotion to Jesus is what defines Christian fellowship. 3. breaking of bread - "Baptism illustrates our death with Christ; the breaking of bread illustrates His death for us." (John Phillips) 4. prayer - The early Christians prayed because they were convinced God heard them. This early church was living out Jesus’ high priestly prayer in John 17:20-21: "...that they may all be one...so that the world may believe that you have sent me." A Spirit-filled church demonstrates Christ to the world. Acts 2 reminds us that God builds His church by His Word. God calls and saves people to be part of His family - the Church. The Church is God's plan, not His plan B. The result of salvation in these new believers' lives was a change of devotion. They were now devoted to: 1. the apostles’ teaching - The Church delights in the continued study of God’s Word. 2. fellowship - Devotion to Jesus is what defines Christian fellowship. 3. breaking of bread - "Baptism illustrates our death with Christ; the breaking of bread illustrates His death for us." (John Phillips) 4. prayer - The early Christians prayed because they were convinced God heard them. This early church was living out Jesus’ high priestly prayer in John 17:20-21: "...that they may all be one...so that the world may believe that you have sent me." A Spirit-filled church demonstrates Christ to the world. Acts 2 reminds us that God builds His church by His Word. God calls and saves people to be part of His family - the Church. The Church is God's plan, not His plan B. The result of salvation in these new believers' lives was a change of devotion. They… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22169663/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts24244signsoflifepart1rodoh/id/436409 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22169663 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, Gospel, persecution, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, fellowship, Word, prayer, Lord's Supper, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:44, Series: Acts: Session Part#12 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 15:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The audience heard the truth that Jesus - whom they had killed - was without a doubt both Lord and Christ (Messiah), and this "cut/pierced them to the heart". For many in the audience that day, they were humbled. They understood their need for a Savior because they understood what they were guilty of. The Word of God by the Spirit of God is (still) the method God uses to bring conviction of sin that leads to salvation. "Repent" - Peter’s preaching called for application. The Gospel is a call to action. For the Christian, repentance isn’t just an event at the time of our conversion, it’s part of an ongoing lifestyle. God calls people to Himself through the Spirit and through the Word. The audience heard the truth that Jesus - whom they had killed - was without a doubt both Lord and Christ (Messiah), and this "cut/pierced them to the heart". For many in the audience that day, they were humbled. They understood their need for a Savior because they understood what they were guilty of. The Word of God by the Spirit of God is (still) the method God uses to bring conviction of sin that leads to salvation. "Repent" - Peter’s preaching called for application. The Gospel is a call to action. For the Christian, repentance isn’t just an event at the time of our conversion, it’s part of an ongoing lifestyle. God calls people to Himself through the Spirit and through the Word. The audience heard the truth that Jesus - whom they had killed - was without a doubt both Lord and Christ (Messiah), and this "cut/pierced them to the heart". For many in the audience that day, they were humbled. They understood their need for a Savior… Rod Ohmes 3087 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22167167/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts23741thespiritandthewordro/id/4001843.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22167167 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, repent, Scripture: Acts 2:37-2:41, Series: Acts: Session Part#11 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 15:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The audience heard the truth that Jesus - whom they had killed - was without a doubt both Lord and Christ (Messiah), and this "cut/pierced them to the heart". For many in the audience that day, they were humbled. They understood their need for a Savior because they understood what they were guilty of. The Word of God by the Spirit of God is (still) the method God uses to bring conviction of sin that leads to salvation. "Repent" - Peter’s preaching called for application. The Gospel is a call to action. For the Christian, repentance isn’t just an event at the time of our conversion, it’s part of an ongoing lifestyle. God calls people to Himself through the Spirit and through the Word. The audience heard the truth that Jesus - whom they had killed - was without a doubt both Lord and Christ (Messiah), and this "cut/pierced them to the heart". For many in the audience that day, they were humbled. They understood their need for a Savior because they understood what they were guilty of. The Word of God by the Spirit of God is (still) the method God uses to bring conviction of sin that leads to salvation. "Repent" - Peter’s preaching called for application. The Gospel is a call to action. For the Christian, repentance isn’t just an event at the time of our conversion, it’s part of an ongoing lifestyle. God calls people to Himself through the Spirit and through the Word. The audience heard the truth that Jesus - whom they had killed - was without a doubt both Lord and Christ (Messiah), and this "cut/pierced them to the heart". For many in the audience that day, they were humbled. They understood their need for a Savior… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22167167/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts23741thespiritandthewordro/id/436223 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22167167 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Peter, repent, Scripture: Acts 2:37-2:41, Series: Acts: Session Part#11 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter has just described wonders and signs of God's coming wrath (blood, fire, & smoke) and immediately tells his Jewish audience the only way of escape is by “calling on the name of the Lord”. But then, without hesitation, Peter explains that the name of the Lord on whom they must call is, in fact, Jesus the Nazarene, whom they crucified! We find here in Peter’s message the parallel truths of man’s responsibility and the definite plan of God. And it doesn’t seem to occur to Peter that the “definite plan and foreknowledge of God” deprived men of the responsibility and consequences of their actions. What happened at Calvary had been God's plan from the beginning for the redemption of mankind. God has not tasked Christians with the task of reconciling this apparent paradox. But He has tasked Christians with the task of being "His witnesses...to the end of the earth (Acts 1:8). Christian – Church – you have been sent! These Jews saw the cross as an obstacle to belief, but Christians see the cross as the means of their salvation. Death was unable to hold Him because Jesus’ death broke the power of sin. He had not personally earned the wages of sin (Rom. 6:23), but instead voluntarily took upon Himself the sins of others. The main point of Peter's sermon stands - “You have killed Him” Peter says, “but God has raised Him.” We may not have driven the nails, but the blame for Christ’s death falls on me & you. We go our own way, do our own thing, and don’t want to take any responsibility when things go wrong. What should we do? "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” [v.38] Peter has just described wonders and signs of God's coming wrath (blood, fire, & smoke) and immediately tells his Jewish audience the only way of escape is by “calling on the name of the Lord”. But then, without hesitation, Peter explains that the name of the Lord on whom they must call is, in fact, Jesus the Nazarene, whom they crucified! We find here in Peter’s message the parallel truths of man’s responsibility and the definite plan of God. And it doesn’t seem to occur to Peter that the “definite plan and foreknowledge of God” deprived men of the responsibility and consequences of their actions. What happened at Calvary had been God's plan from the beginning for the redemption of mankind. God has not tasked Christians with the task of reconciling this apparent paradox. But He has tasked Christians with the task of being "His witnesses...to the end of the earth (Acts 1:8). Christian – Church – you have been sent! These Jews saw the cross as an obstacle to belief, but Christians see the cross as the means of their salvation. Death was unable to hold Him because Jesus’ death broke the power of sin. He had not personally earned the wages of sin (Rom. 6:23), but instead voluntarily took upon Himself the sins of others. The main point of Peter's sermon stands - “You have killed Him” Peter says, “but God has raised Him.” We may not have driven the nails, but the blame for Christ’s death falls on me & you. We go our own way, do our own thing, and don’t want to take any responsibility when things go wrong. What should we do? "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” [v.38] Peter has just described wonders and signs of God's coming wrath (blood, fire, & smoke) and immediately tells his Jewish audience the only way of escape is by “calling on the name of the Lord”. But then, without hesitation, Peter explains that the name… Rod Ohmes 2573 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164400/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts22236itwasmerodohmes/id/3999225.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164400 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Spirit-filled, Pentecos, Scripture: Acts 2:22-2:36, Series: Acts: Session Part#10 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter has just described wonders and signs of God's coming wrath (blood, fire, & smoke) and immediately tells his Jewish audience the only way of escape is by “calling on the name of the Lord”. But then, without hesitation, Peter explains that the name of the Lord on whom they must call is, in fact, Jesus the Nazarene, whom they crucified! We find here in Peter’s message the parallel truths of man’s responsibility and the definite plan of God. And it doesn’t seem to occur to Peter that the “definite plan and foreknowledge of God” deprived men of the responsibility and consequences of their actions. What happened at Calvary had been God's plan from the beginning for the redemption of mankind. God has not tasked Christians with the task of reconciling this apparent paradox. But He has tasked Christians with the task of being "His witnesses...to the end of the earth (Acts 1:8). Christian – Church – you have been sent! These Jews saw the cross as an obstacle to belief, but Christians see the cross as the means of their salvation. Death was unable to hold Him because Jesus’ death broke the power of sin. He had not personally earned the wages of sin (Rom. 6:23), but instead voluntarily took upon Himself the sins of others. The main point of Peter's sermon stands - “You have killed Him” Peter says, “but God has raised Him.” We may not have driven the nails, but the blame for Christ’s death falls on me & you. We go our own way, do our own thing, and don’t want to take any responsibility when things go wrong. What should we do? "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” [v.38] Peter has just described wonders and signs of God's coming wrath (blood, fire, & smoke) and immediately tells his Jewish audience the only way of escape is by “calling on the name of the Lord”. But then, without hesitation, Peter explains that the name of the Lord on whom they must call is, in fact, Jesus the Nazarene, whom they crucified! We find here in Peter’s message the parallel truths of man’s responsibility and the definite plan of God. And it doesn’t seem to occur to Peter that the “definite plan and foreknowledge of God” deprived men of the responsibility and consequences of their actions. What happened at Calvary had been God's plan from the beginning for the redemption of mankind. God has not tasked Christians with the task of reconciling this apparent paradox. But He has tasked Christians with the task of being "His witnesses...to the end of the earth (Acts 1:8). Christian – Church – you have been sent! These Jews saw the cross as an obstacle to belief, but Christians see the cross as the means of their salvation. Death was unable to hold Him because Jesus’ death broke the power of sin. He had not personally earned the wages of sin (Rom. 6:23), but instead voluntarily took upon Himself the sins of others. The main point of Peter's sermon stands - “You have killed Him” Peter says, “but God has raised Him.” We may not have driven the nails, but the blame for Christ’s death falls on me & you. We go our own way, do our own thing, and don’t want to take any responsibility when things go wrong. What should we do? "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” [v.38] Peter has just described wonders and signs of God's coming wrath (blood, fire, & smoke) and immediately tells his Jewish audience the only way of escape is by “calling on the name of the Lord”. But then, without hesitation, Peter explains that the name… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164400/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts22236itwasmerodohmes/id/436032 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164400 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Spirit-filled, Pentecos, Scripture: Acts 2:22-2:36, Series: Acts: Session Part#10 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 14:53:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes All the signs and wonders and speaking in tongues in Jerusalem that day were preparing hearts for hearing of the Word of God. And when Peter gets up to preach, he goes back to the Scriptures. In quoting Joel, the point is made clear that the message of God about Jesus is for all people, "all flesh" regardless of distinctions (like national, social, sexual, ceremonial, or educational/intellectual). "Calling on the name of the Lord" glorifies God because it forces us to admit our great need and to look to the only One qualified to rescue us - Jesus Christ. Christian - since you've been filled with His Spirit, you have been commissioned and empowered by the Spirit to tell of the mighty works of God to the world for His glory. All the signs and wonders and speaking in tongues in Jerusalem that day were preparing hearts for hearing of the Word of God. And when Peter gets up to preach, he goes back to the Scriptures. In quoting Joel, the point is made clear that the message of God about Jesus is for all people, "all flesh" regardless of distinctions (like national, social, sexual, ceremonial, or educational/intellectual). "Calling on the name of the Lord" glorifies God because it forces us to admit our great need and to look to the only One qualified to rescue us - Jesus Christ. Christian - since you've been filled with His Spirit, you have been commissioned and empowered by the Spirit to tell of the mighty works of God to the world for His glory. All the signs and wonders and speaking in tongues in Jerusalem that day were preparing hearts for hearing of the Word of God. And when Peter gets up to preach, he goes back to the Scriptures. In quoting Joel, the point is made clear that the message of… Rod Ohmes 2293 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts21421callandresponserodohm/id/3999205.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164391 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Spirit-filled, Pentecos, Scripture: Acts 2:14-2:21, Series: Acts: Session Part#9 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 14:53:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes All the signs and wonders and speaking in tongues in Jerusalem that day were preparing hearts for hearing of the Word of God. And when Peter gets up to preach, he goes back to the Scriptures. In quoting Joel, the point is made clear that the message of God about Jesus is for all people, "all flesh" regardless of distinctions (like national, social, sexual, ceremonial, or educational/intellectual). "Calling on the name of the Lord" glorifies God because it forces us to admit our great need and to look to the only One qualified to rescue us - Jesus Christ. Christian - since you've been filled with His Spirit, you have been commissioned and empowered by the Spirit to tell of the mighty works of God to the world for His glory. All the signs and wonders and speaking in tongues in Jerusalem that day were preparing hearts for hearing of the Word of God. And when Peter gets up to preach, he goes back to the Scriptures. In quoting Joel, the point is made clear that the message of God about Jesus is for all people, "all flesh" regardless of distinctions (like national, social, sexual, ceremonial, or educational/intellectual). "Calling on the name of the Lord" glorifies God because it forces us to admit our great need and to look to the only One qualified to rescue us - Jesus Christ. Christian - since you've been filled with His Spirit, you have been commissioned and empowered by the Spirit to tell of the mighty works of God to the world for His glory. All the signs and wonders and speaking in tongues in Jerusalem that day were preparing hearts for hearing of the Word of God. And when Peter gets up to preach, he goes back to the Scriptures. In quoting Joel, the point is made clear that the message of… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts21421callandresponserodohm/id/436029 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22164391 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Spirit-filled, Pentecos, Scripture: Acts 2:14-2:21, Series: Acts: Session Part#9 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 18:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Luke is pointing out the major shift that’s happening in Christianity: God’s presence doesn’t dwell within the walls of the tabernacle or temple any longer – it’s come to take up residence in the new temple of Jesus’ body. The Holy Spirit now rests on the people of God. The Holy Spirit came upon the believers at Pentecost in a special way to empower them for their task of being Jesus' witnesses, starting in Jerusalem. John Stott says, “Before Christ sent the church into the world, he sent the Spirit into the church.” Miraculously speaking another language or performing miracles are not the end purpose of being filled with the Spirit. When the Holy Spirit came and filled these believers, they immediately began to glorify God by telling of His mighty works in Jesus. The emphasis of Pentecost is about people who are surrendering to the Spirit and who bear witness of God’s work through Jesus. The meaning of Pentecost is God equipping His church with the power of His Spirit so that He will be glorified among the nations. Luke is pointing out the major shift that’s happening in Christianity: God’s presence doesn’t dwell within the walls of the tabernacle or temple any longer – it’s come to take up residence in the new temple of Jesus’ body. The Holy Spirit now rests on the people of God. The Holy Spirit came upon the believers at Pentecost in a special way to empower them for their task of being Jesus' witnesses, starting in Jerusalem. John Stott says, “Before Christ sent the church into the world, he sent the Spirit into the church.” Miraculously speaking another language or performing miracles are not the end purpose of being filled with the Spirit. When the Holy Spirit came and filled these believers, they immediately began to glorify God by telling of His mighty works in Jesus. The emphasis of Pentecost is about people who are surrendering to the Spirit and who bear witness of God’s work through Jesus. The meaning of Pentecost is God equipping His church with the power of His Spirit so that He will be glorified among the nations. Luke is pointing out the major shift that’s happening in Christianity: God’s presence doesn’t dwell within the walls of the tabernacle or temple any longer – it’s come to take up residence in the new temple of Jesus’ body. The Holy Spirit now rests on … Rod Ohmes 2831 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159911/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts2113spiritfilledrodohmes/id/3994823.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159911 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Spirit-filled, Pentecos, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:13, Series: Acts: Session Part#8 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 18:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Luke is pointing out the major shift that’s happening in Christianity: God’s presence doesn’t dwell within the walls of the tabernacle or temple any longer – it’s come to take up residence in the new temple of Jesus’ body. The Holy Spirit now rests on the people of God. The Holy Spirit came upon the believers at Pentecost in a special way to empower them for their task of being Jesus' witnesses, starting in Jerusalem. John Stott says, “Before Christ sent the church into the world, he sent the Spirit into the church.” Miraculously speaking another language or performing miracles are not the end purpose of being filled with the Spirit. When the Holy Spirit came and filled these believers, they immediately began to glorify God by telling of His mighty works in Jesus. The emphasis of Pentecost is about people who are surrendering to the Spirit and who bear witness of God’s work through Jesus. The meaning of Pentecost is God equipping His church with the power of His Spirit so that He will be glorified among the nations. Luke is pointing out the major shift that’s happening in Christianity: God’s presence doesn’t dwell within the walls of the tabernacle or temple any longer – it’s come to take up residence in the new temple of Jesus’ body. The Holy Spirit now rests on the people of God. The Holy Spirit came upon the believers at Pentecost in a special way to empower them for their task of being Jesus' witnesses, starting in Jerusalem. John Stott says, “Before Christ sent the church into the world, he sent the Spirit into the church.” Miraculously speaking another language or performing miracles are not the end purpose of being filled with the Spirit. When the Holy Spirit came and filled these believers, they immediately began to glorify God by telling of His mighty works in Jesus. The emphasis of Pentecost is about people who are surrendering to the Spirit and who bear witness of God’s work through Jesus. The meaning of Pentecost is God equipping His church with the power of His Spirit so that He will be glorified among the nations. Luke is pointing out the major shift that’s happening in Christianity: God’s presence doesn’t dwell within the walls of the tabernacle or temple any longer – it’s come to take up residence in the new temple of Jesus’ body. The Holy Spirit now rests on … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159911/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts2113spiritfilledrodohmes/id/435714 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159911 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Spirit-filled, Pentecos, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:13, Series: Acts: Session Part#8 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 18:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When tough decisions need to be made, consider prayer [v.14] and Scripture [v.16]. When things were unsettling, Peter and the disciples go to the Word of God, not feelings or opinions. They took what they knew from the Word of God and acted in light of the advancement of the Gospel. For the disciples in Acts 1 and for us today, the primary place for discovering the will of God is in the pages of Scripture. Christians ought to give priority to the clearly revealed will of God found in the Bible. Now, the Holy Spirit is the Counselor who helps God’s people make wise decisions. When tough decisions need to be made, consider prayer [v.14] and Scripture [v.16]. When things were unsettling, Peter and the disciples go to the Word of God, not feelings or opinions. They took what they knew from the Word of God and acted in light of the advancement of the Gospel. For the disciples in Acts 1 and for us today, the primary place for discovering the will of God is in the pages of Scripture. Christians ought to give priority to the clearly revealed will of God found in the Bible. Now, the Holy Spirit is the Counselor who helps God’s people make wise decisions. When tough decisions need to be made, consider prayer [v.14] and Scripture [v.16]. When things were unsettling, Peter and the disciples go to the Word of God, not feelings or opinions. They took what they knew from the Word of God and acted in light of… Rod Ohmes 2888 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts11226decisionsdecisionsrod/id/3994822.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159910 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, decisions, Scripture: Acts 1:12-1:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#7 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 18:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When tough decisions need to be made, consider prayer [v.14] and Scripture [v.16]. When things were unsettling, Peter and the disciples go to the Word of God, not feelings or opinions. They took what they knew from the Word of God and acted in light of the advancement of the Gospel. For the disciples in Acts 1 and for us today, the primary place for discovering the will of God is in the pages of Scripture. Christians ought to give priority to the clearly revealed will of God found in the Bible. Now, the Holy Spirit is the Counselor who helps God’s people make wise decisions. When tough decisions need to be made, consider prayer [v.14] and Scripture [v.16]. When things were unsettling, Peter and the disciples go to the Word of God, not feelings or opinions. They took what they knew from the Word of God and acted in light of the advancement of the Gospel. For the disciples in Acts 1 and for us today, the primary place for discovering the will of God is in the pages of Scripture. Christians ought to give priority to the clearly revealed will of God found in the Bible. Now, the Holy Spirit is the Counselor who helps God’s people make wise decisions. When tough decisions need to be made, consider prayer [v.14] and Scripture [v.16]. When things were unsettling, Peter and the disciples go to the Word of God, not feelings or opinions. They took what they knew from the Word of God and acted in light of… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts11226decisionsdecisionsrod/id/435713 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22159910 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, decisions, Scripture: Acts 1:12-1:26, Series: Acts: Session Part#7 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 16:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes (**apologies for the poor audio quality this session) Even after His resurrection, Jesus teaches His followers about the kingdom of God. And He does so "through the Holy Spirit". If the glorified & resurrected Son of God relied on the Holy Spirit in communicating Gospel truths, so should we. Everything done in the book of Acts is done this same way - through the Spirit. Knowing the times and seasons of some things isn't a disciples' business - doing and teaching everything Jesus commanded is their business, and they only accomplish it through the Spirit. Jesus explains and clarifies that His mission and kingdom is global, and that the Helper will come to empower Christians to do what He's commissioned them to do. (**apologies for the poor audio quality this session) Even after His resurrection, Jesus teaches His followers about the kingdom of God. And He does so "through the Holy Spirit". If the glorified & resurrected Son of God relied on the Holy Spirit in communicating Gospel truths, so should we. Everything done in the book of Acts is done this same way - through the Spirit. Knowing the times and seasons of some things isn't a disciples' business - doing and teaching everything Jesus commanded is their business, and they only accomplish it through the Spirit. Jesus explains and clarifies that His mission and kingdom is global, and that the Helper will come to empower Christians to do what He's commissioned them to do. (**apologies for the poor audio quality this session) Even after His resurrection, Jesus teaches His followers about the kingdom of God. And He does so "through the Holy Spirit". If the glorified & resurrected Son of God relied on the Holy Spirit in c… Rod Ohmes 2311 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22154678/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acts1111clarifyingthemissionro/id/3989676.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22154678 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Scripture: Acts 1:1-1:11, Series: Acts: Session Part#6 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 16:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes (**apologies for the poor audio quality this session) Even after His resurrection, Jesus teaches His followers about the kingdom of God. And He does so "through the Holy Spirit". If the glorified & resurrected Son of God relied on the Holy Spirit in communicating Gospel truths, so should we. Everything done in the book of Acts is done this same way - through the Spirit. Knowing the times and seasons of some things isn't a disciples' business - doing and teaching everything Jesus commanded is their business, and they only accomplish it through the Spirit. Jesus explains and clarifies that His mission and kingdom is global, and that the Helper will come to empower Christians to do what He's commissioned them to do. (**apologies for the poor audio quality this session) Even after His resurrection, Jesus teaches His followers about the kingdom of God. And He does so "through the Holy Spirit". If the glorified & resurrected Son of God relied on the Holy Spirit in communicating Gospel truths, so should we. Everything done in the book of Acts is done this same way - through the Spirit. Knowing the times and seasons of some things isn't a disciples' business - doing and teaching everything Jesus commanded is their business, and they only accomplish it through the Spirit. Jesus explains and clarifies that His mission and kingdom is global, and that the Helper will come to empower Christians to do what He's commissioned them to do. (**apologies for the poor audio quality this session) Even after His resurrection, Jesus teaches His followers about the kingdom of God. And He does so "through the Holy Spirit". If the glorified & resurrected Son of God relied on the Holy Spirit in c… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22154678/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acts1111clarifyingthemissionro/id/435370 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22154678 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, mission, kingdom, Scripture: Acts 1:1-1:11, Series: Acts: Session Part#6 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 16:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes All that Jesus said and did and all that the followers of Jesus will say and do all collectively point to this same thing – Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who gives life to those who believe (John 20:30-31). The disciples of Jesus always pointed back to Jesus, not themselves. The ministry and teaching of Jesus doesn’t end with His ascension – it continues through His people in His Church till He comes again. Christians in 2023 have the same mission and message as that of the early church. All that Jesus said and did and all that the followers of Jesus will say and do all collectively point to this same thing – Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who gives life to those who believe (John 20:30-31). The disciples of Jesus always pointed back to Jesus, not themselves. The ministry and teaching of Jesus doesn’t end with His ascension – it continues through His people in His Church till He comes again. Christians in 2023 have the same mission and message as that of the early church. All that Jesus said and did and all that the followers of Jesus will say and do all collectively point to this same thing – Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who gives life to those who believe (John 20:30-31). The disciples of Jesus always pointe… Rod Ohmes 1747 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151690/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_actsintroductionoverviewrodohm/id/3986732.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151690 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Series: Acts: Session Part#5 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 16:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes All that Jesus said and did and all that the followers of Jesus will say and do all collectively point to this same thing – Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who gives life to those who believe (John 20:30-31). The disciples of Jesus always pointed back to Jesus, not themselves. The ministry and teaching of Jesus doesn’t end with His ascension – it continues through His people in His Church till He comes again. Christians in 2023 have the same mission and message as that of the early church. All that Jesus said and did and all that the followers of Jesus will say and do all collectively point to this same thing – Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who gives life to those who believe (John 20:30-31). The disciples of Jesus always pointed back to Jesus, not themselves. The ministry and teaching of Jesus doesn’t end with His ascension – it continues through His people in His Church till He comes again. Christians in 2023 have the same mission and message as that of the early church. All that Jesus said and did and all that the followers of Jesus will say and do all collectively point to this same thing – Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who gives life to those who believe (John 20:30-31). The disciples of Jesus always pointe… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151690/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_actsintroductionoverviewrodohm/id/435115 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151690 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Series: Acts: Session Part#5 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 16:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The physical resurrection of Jesus changed everything, and it continues to empower Christians today. The apostle John tells about the resurrection of Jesus and everything that happens afterward, and his point is not just to relate details and facts – John wants to convince you to believe. Jesus assured His followers that He would equip them to fulfill what He was commissioning them to do. As they preached and taught everything that He had commanded them, they could honestly tell people who believed that message that their sins were forgiven. And they could honestly tell people that did not believe that message that their sins were not forgiven and that they stand condemned in God’s eyes. It's easy to doubt, but Jesus makes clear in His conversation with Thomas that He doesn't want him to. - Does the truth of Jesus conquer your unbelief? What was John’s point in including the stories and meanings of Jesus’ miracles and signs? “These are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” The point isn't the miracles - the point is Jesus. The physical resurrection of Jesus changed everything, and it continues to empower Christians today. The apostle John tells about the resurrection of Jesus and everything that happens afterward, and his point is not just to relate details and facts – John wants to convince you to believe. Jesus assured His followers that He would equip them to fulfill what He was commissioning them to do. As they preached and taught everything that He had commanded them, they could honestly tell people who believed that message that their sins were forgiven. And they could honestly tell people that did not believe that message that their sins were not forgiven and that they stand condemned in God’s eyes. It's easy to doubt, but Jesus makes clear in His conversation with Thomas that He doesn't want him to. - Does the truth of Jesus conquer your unbelief? What was John’s point in including the stories and meanings of Jesus’ miracles and signs? “These are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” The point isn't the miracles - the point is Jesus. The physical resurrection of Jesus changed everything, and it continues to empower Christians today. The apostle John tells about the resurrection of Jesus and everything that happens afterward, and his point is not just to relate details and facts –… Rod Ohmes 2792 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151683/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/3986729.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151683 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: John 20:1-21:25, Series: Acts: Session Part#4 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 16:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The physical resurrection of Jesus changed everything, and it continues to empower Christians today. The apostle John tells about the resurrection of Jesus and everything that happens afterward, and his point is not just to relate details and facts – John wants to convince you to believe. Jesus assured His followers that He would equip them to fulfill what He was commissioning them to do. As they preached and taught everything that He had commanded them, they could honestly tell people who believed that message that their sins were forgiven. And they could honestly tell people that did not believe that message that their sins were not forgiven and that they stand condemned in God’s eyes. It's easy to doubt, but Jesus makes clear in His conversation with Thomas that He doesn't want him to. - Does the truth of Jesus conquer your unbelief? What was John’s point in including the stories and meanings of Jesus’ miracles and signs? “These are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” The point isn't the miracles - the point is Jesus. The physical resurrection of Jesus changed everything, and it continues to empower Christians today. The apostle John tells about the resurrection of Jesus and everything that happens afterward, and his point is not just to relate details and facts – John wants to convince you to believe. Jesus assured His followers that He would equip them to fulfill what He was commissioning them to do. As they preached and taught everything that He had commanded them, they could honestly tell people who believed that message that their sins were forgiven. And they could honestly tell people that did not believe that message that their sins were not forgiven and that they stand condemned in God’s eyes. It's easy to doubt, but Jesus makes clear in His conversation with Thomas that He doesn't want him to. - Does the truth of Jesus conquer your unbelief? What was John’s point in including the stories and meanings of Jesus’ miracles and signs? “These are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” The point isn't the miracles - the point is Jesus. The physical resurrection of Jesus changed everything, and it continues to empower Christians today. The apostle John tells about the resurrection of Jesus and everything that happens afterward, and his point is not just to relate details and facts –… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151683/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/435114 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151683 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, Luke, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: John 20:1-21:25, Series: Acts: Session Part#4 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples almost missed the significance of history's greatest event because they were too focused on their disappointments and problems. But as they ate together that night, the light bulb came on. And though Jesus could have revealed fresh truth to these two disciples, He chose to expound on the old instead. In the upper room, Jesus deals with the disciples' fear by immediately saying, “Peace!” and He deals with their doubt by inviting them to see and touch His wounds [v.38-40]. What a patient and loving Savior! Jesus went out of His way to prove His bodily resurrection: - A physical resurrection is important because it proves that Jesus has complete victory over sin. - A physical resurrection is also important because it proves that God is satisfied with Jesus’ sacrifice. The physical resurrection of Jesus is what fueled the disciples’ passion and perseverance. Jesus tells His followers what to preach, where to preach it, and how to preach it. Christians must make Christ’s purpose their purpose. On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples almost missed the significance of history's greatest event because they were too focused on their disappointments and problems. But as they ate together that night, the light bulb came on. And though Jesus could have revealed fresh truth to these two disciples, He chose to expound on the old instead. In the upper room, Jesus deals with the disciples' fear by immediately saying, “Peace!” and He deals with their doubt by inviting them to see and touch His wounds [v.38-40]. What a patient and loving Savior! Jesus went out of His way to prove His bodily resurrection: - A physical resurrection is important because it proves that Jesus has complete victory over sin. - A physical resurrection is also important because it proves that God is satisfied with Jesus’ sacrifice. The physical resurrection of Jesus is what fueled the disciples’ passion and perseverance. Jesus tells His followers what to preach, where to preach it, and how to preach it. Christians must make Christ’s purpose their purpose. On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples almost missed the significance of history's greatest event because they were too focused on their disappointments and problems. But as they ate together that night, the light bulb came on. And though Jesus could… Rod Ohmes 2748 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/3986722.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151680 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: Luke 24:1-24:53, Series: Acts: Session Part#3 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples almost missed the significance of history's greatest event because they were too focused on their disappointments and problems. But as they ate together that night, the light bulb came on. And though Jesus could have revealed fresh truth to these two disciples, He chose to expound on the old instead. In the upper room, Jesus deals with the disciples' fear by immediately saying, “Peace!” and He deals with their doubt by inviting them to see and touch His wounds [v.38-40]. What a patient and loving Savior! Jesus went out of His way to prove His bodily resurrection: - A physical resurrection is important because it proves that Jesus has complete victory over sin. - A physical resurrection is also important because it proves that God is satisfied with Jesus’ sacrifice. The physical resurrection of Jesus is what fueled the disciples’ passion and perseverance. Jesus tells His followers what to preach, where to preach it, and how to preach it. Christians must make Christ’s purpose their purpose. On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples almost missed the significance of history's greatest event because they were too focused on their disappointments and problems. But as they ate together that night, the light bulb came on. And though Jesus could have revealed fresh truth to these two disciples, He chose to expound on the old instead. In the upper room, Jesus deals with the disciples' fear by immediately saying, “Peace!” and He deals with their doubt by inviting them to see and touch His wounds [v.38-40]. What a patient and loving Savior! Jesus went out of His way to prove His bodily resurrection: - A physical resurrection is important because it proves that Jesus has complete victory over sin. - A physical resurrection is also important because it proves that God is satisfied with Jesus’ sacrifice. The physical resurrection of Jesus is what fueled the disciples’ passion and perseverance. Jesus tells His followers what to preach, where to preach it, and how to preach it. Christians must make Christ’s purpose their purpose. On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples almost missed the significance of history's greatest event because they were too focused on their disappointments and problems. But as they ate together that night, the light bulb came on. And though Jesus could… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/435113 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22151680 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: Luke 24:1-24:53, Series: Acts: Session Part#3 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 21:53:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Regardless of whether you stop at [v.8] or [v.20], we can't lose what is Mark getting at. Mark wants to emphasize clearly that Jesus is alive! And that’s shocking! The Gospel is preached from the empty tomb that both received and gave up the Crucified One. (James Edwards) Astonishment at the work of Jesus is revealed throughout Mark’s gospel account. Because Christ has been raised physically, we also have confidence of being raised to new life when we believe. Regardless of whether you stop at [v.8] or [v.20], we can't lose what is Mark getting at. Mark wants to emphasize clearly that Jesus is alive! And that’s shocking! The Gospel is preached from the empty tomb that both received and gave up the Crucified One. (James Edwards) Astonishment at the work of Jesus is revealed throughout Mark’s gospel account. Because Christ has been raised physically, we also have confidence of being raised to new life when we believe. Regardless of whether you stop at [v.8] or [v.20], we can't lose what is Mark getting at. Mark wants to emphasize clearly that Jesus is alive! And that’s shocking! The Gospel is preached from the empty tomb that both received and gave up the Crucified… Rod Ohmes 2358 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144571/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/3979750.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144571 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: Mark 16:1-16:20, Series: Acts: Session Part#2 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 21:53:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Regardless of whether you stop at [v.8] or [v.20], we can't lose what is Mark getting at. Mark wants to emphasize clearly that Jesus is alive! And that’s shocking! The Gospel is preached from the empty tomb that both received and gave up the Crucified One. (James Edwards) Astonishment at the work of Jesus is revealed throughout Mark’s gospel account. Because Christ has been raised physically, we also have confidence of being raised to new life when we believe. Regardless of whether you stop at [v.8] or [v.20], we can't lose what is Mark getting at. Mark wants to emphasize clearly that Jesus is alive! And that’s shocking! The Gospel is preached from the empty tomb that both received and gave up the Crucified One. (James Edwards) Astonishment at the work of Jesus is revealed throughout Mark’s gospel account. Because Christ has been raised physically, we also have confidence of being raised to new life when we believe. Regardless of whether you stop at [v.8] or [v.20], we can't lose what is Mark getting at. Mark wants to emphasize clearly that Jesus is alive! And that’s shocking! The Gospel is preached from the empty tomb that both received and gave up the Crucified… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144571/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/434624 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144571 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: Mark 16:1-16:20, Series: Acts: Session Part#2 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 20:56:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Before we move into the book of Acts that captures so much of what it looks like to live as a Christian in a challenging culture, we wanted to take a few weeks to see and understand where the early believer's motivation comes from. The disciples struggled to believe the report of Jesus' resurrection, but we sent out under His authority in the Great Commission. Everything the Great Commission entails is given in light of the authority Jesus possesses. As His followers were making disciples, the power and authority of Jesus would continue to be the motivating and sustaining force for their mission. Christians around the world will be about making disciples till Jesus returns. The boldness and faithfulness of the Church is a direct result of the resurrection and authority of Jesus Christ. Before we move into the book of Acts that captures so much of what it looks like to live as a Christian in a challenging culture, we wanted to take a few weeks to see and understand where the early believer's motivation comes from. The disciples struggled to believe the report of Jesus' resurrection, but we sent out under His authority in the Great Commission. Everything the Great Commission entails is given in light of the authority Jesus possesses. As His followers were making disciples, the power and authority of Jesus would continue to be the motivating and sustaining force for their mission. Christians around the world will be about making disciples till Jesus returns. The boldness and faithfulness of the Church is a direct result of the resurrection and authority of Jesus Christ. Before we move into the book of Acts that captures so much of what it looks like to live as a Christian in a challenging culture, we wanted to take a few weeks to see and understand where the early believer's motivation comes from. The disciples stru… Rod Ohmes 2433 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144561/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/3979746.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144561 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: Matthew 28:1-28:20, Series: Acts: Session Part#1 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 20:56:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Before we move into the book of Acts that captures so much of what it looks like to live as a Christian in a challenging culture, we wanted to take a few weeks to see and understand where the early believer's motivation comes from. The disciples struggled to believe the report of Jesus' resurrection, but we sent out under His authority in the Great Commission. Everything the Great Commission entails is given in light of the authority Jesus possesses. As His followers were making disciples, the power and authority of Jesus would continue to be the motivating and sustaining force for their mission. Christians around the world will be about making disciples till Jesus returns. The boldness and faithfulness of the Church is a direct result of the resurrection and authority of Jesus Christ. Before we move into the book of Acts that captures so much of what it looks like to live as a Christian in a challenging culture, we wanted to take a few weeks to see and understand where the early believer's motivation comes from. The disciples struggled to believe the report of Jesus' resurrection, but we sent out under His authority in the Great Commission. Everything the Great Commission entails is given in light of the authority Jesus possesses. As His followers were making disciples, the power and authority of Jesus would continue to be the motivating and sustaining force for their mission. Christians around the world will be about making disciples till Jesus returns. The boldness and faithfulness of the Church is a direct result of the resurrection and authority of Jesus Christ. Before we move into the book of Acts that captures so much of what it looks like to live as a Christian in a challenging culture, we wanted to take a few weeks to see and understand where the early believer's motivation comes from. The disciples stru… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144561/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparingequippingthechurchpar/id/434623 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22144561 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Acts, boldness, perseverence, Gospel, persecution, motivation, power, Spirit, Scripture: Matthew 28:1-28:20, Series: Acts: Session Part#1 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 15:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Upon his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah identified a third problem - the children born to ungodly relationships had no spiritual training. Intermarriage with pagan nations revealed a people who lacked faith. Nehemiah provided the clear instruction – don’t intermarry with pagan nations because they will turn the generations to come away from the One True God. Then he provided a clear example – Solomon (1 Kings 11). Nehemiah was looking into the future (so to speak) and sees that if something doesn’t change, his people could end up bowing down to a god like Molech amongst people who worship by sacfificing their children. So to wake his fellow countrymen out of their sinful stupor, he’ll go to great lengths. Theme #1: The Law was simply too great a burden for a sinful people, just like it is for you and me. Theme #2: God is faithful. May the book of Nehemiah point us to Christ, who perfectly saves and purifies His people (real reform). Upon his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah identified a third problem - the children born to ungodly relationships had no spiritual training. Intermarriage with pagan nations revealed a people who lacked faith. Nehemiah provided the clear instruction – don’t intermarry with pagan nations because they will turn the generations to come away from the One True God. Then he provided a clear example – Solomon (1 Kings 11). Nehemiah was looking into the future (so to speak) and sees that if something doesn’t change, his people could end up bowing down to a god like Molech amongst people who worship by sacfificing their children. So to wake his fellow countrymen out of their sinful stupor, he’ll go to great lengths. Theme #1: The Law was simply too great a burden for a sinful people, just like it is for you and me. Theme #2: God is faithful. May the book of Nehemiah point us to Christ, who perfectly saves and purifies His people (real reform). Upon his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah identified a third problem - the children born to ungodly relationships had no spiritual training. Intermarriage with pagan nations revealed a people who lacked faith. Nehemiah provided the clear instruction – d… Rod Ohmes 2549 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22139273/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah132331realreformrodohm/id/3974543.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22139273 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, priorities, realign, reform, faith, Solomon, Molech, Scripture: Nehemiah 13:23-13:31, Series: Nehemiah: Part#23 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 15:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Upon his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah identified a third problem - the children born to ungodly relationships had no spiritual training. Intermarriage with pagan nations revealed a people who lacked faith. Nehemiah provided the clear instruction – don’t intermarry with pagan nations because they will turn the generations to come away from the One True God. Then he provided a clear example – Solomon (1 Kings 11). Nehemiah was looking into the future (so to speak) and sees that if something doesn’t change, his people could end up bowing down to a god like Molech amongst people who worship by sacfificing their children. So to wake his fellow countrymen out of their sinful stupor, he’ll go to great lengths. Theme #1: The Law was simply too great a burden for a sinful people, just like it is for you and me. Theme #2: God is faithful. May the book of Nehemiah point us to Christ, who perfectly saves and purifies His people (real reform). Upon his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah identified a third problem - the children born to ungodly relationships had no spiritual training. Intermarriage with pagan nations revealed a people who lacked faith. Nehemiah provided the clear instruction – don’t intermarry with pagan nations because they will turn the generations to come away from the One True God. Then he provided a clear example – Solomon (1 Kings 11). Nehemiah was looking into the future (so to speak) and sees that if something doesn’t change, his people could end up bowing down to a god like Molech amongst people who worship by sacfificing their children. So to wake his fellow countrymen out of their sinful stupor, he’ll go to great lengths. Theme #1: The Law was simply too great a burden for a sinful people, just like it is for you and me. Theme #2: God is faithful. May the book of Nehemiah point us to Christ, who perfectly saves and purifies His people (real reform). Upon his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah identified a third problem - the children born to ungodly relationships had no spiritual training. Intermarriage with pagan nations revealed a people who lacked faith. Nehemiah provided the clear instruction – d… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22139273/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah132331realreformrodohm/id/434269 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22139273 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, priorities, realign, reform, faith, Solomon, Molech, Scripture: Nehemiah 13:23-13:31, Series: Nehemiah: Part#23 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 17:53:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes D.A. Carson describes the situation in Nehemiah 13 like this: “Reformation and revival has drifted off into lethargy and spiritual indifference.” They'd already abandoned proper worship, and they were also valuing profit over purity regarding the Sabbath. At its core, this was a problem of priorities for God’s people. "The concern for the Sabbath is for the people to know God.” – James Hamilton, Jr. The book of Hebrews is crystal clear - because of Jesus, we don’t approach God the same way anymore. However, it’s right and good for God’s people to set regular time aside to slow down and focus on Him. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that it’ll be different tomorrow if you don’t change anything today. D.A. Carson describes the situation in Nehemiah 13 like this: “Reformation and revival has drifted off into lethargy and spiritual indifference.” They'd already abandoned proper worship, and they were also valuing profit over purity regarding the Sabbath. At its core, this was a problem of priorities for God’s people. "The concern for the Sabbath is for the people to know God.” – James Hamilton, Jr. The book of Hebrews is crystal clear - because of Jesus, we don’t approach God the same way anymore. However, it’s right and good for God’s people to set regular time aside to slow down and focus on Him. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that it’ll be different tomorrow if you don’t change anything today. D.A. Carson describes the situation in Nehemiah 13 like this: “Reformation and revival has drifted off into lethargy and spiritual indifference.” They'd already abandoned proper worship, and they were also valuing profit over purity regarding the Sabba… Rod Ohmes 2350 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136793/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah131522prioritiesrealig/id/3972141.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136793 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, priorities, realign, Sabbath, faith, trust, covenant, Scripture: Nehemiah 13:15-13:22, Series: Nehemiah: Part#22 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 17:53:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes D.A. Carson describes the situation in Nehemiah 13 like this: “Reformation and revival has drifted off into lethargy and spiritual indifference.” They'd already abandoned proper worship, and they were also valuing profit over purity regarding the Sabbath. At its core, this was a problem of priorities for God’s people. "The concern for the Sabbath is for the people to know God.” – James Hamilton, Jr. The book of Hebrews is crystal clear - because of Jesus, we don’t approach God the same way anymore. However, it’s right and good for God’s people to set regular time aside to slow down and focus on Him. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that it’ll be different tomorrow if you don’t change anything today. D.A. Carson describes the situation in Nehemiah 13 like this: “Reformation and revival has drifted off into lethargy and spiritual indifference.” They'd already abandoned proper worship, and they were also valuing profit over purity regarding the Sabbath. At its core, this was a problem of priorities for God’s people. "The concern for the Sabbath is for the people to know God.” – James Hamilton, Jr. The book of Hebrews is crystal clear - because of Jesus, we don’t approach God the same way anymore. However, it’s right and good for God’s people to set regular time aside to slow down and focus on Him. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that it’ll be different tomorrow if you don’t change anything today. D.A. Carson describes the situation in Nehemiah 13 like this: “Reformation and revival has drifted off into lethargy and spiritual indifference.” They'd already abandoned proper worship, and they were also valuing profit over purity regarding the Sabba… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136793/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah131522prioritiesrealig/id/434098 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136793 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, priorities, realign, Sabbath, faith, trust, covenant, Scripture: Nehemiah 13:15-13:22, Series: Nehemiah: Part#22 Sun, 28 May 2023 17:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes During Nehemiah's absence, God’s people had slide from passionate joy-filled worship to compromise with the world and they were breaking all three points of the chapter 10 covenant. Compromising biblical beliefs and practices has a major impact on your life and those around you, as seen with Eliashib. Christians need to understand what matters to God and then guard it with appropriate action. -- Can we be properly used for God’s purposes when we’re full of stuff that shouldn’t be there? If you have been saved by Jesus, your life has a different purpose than it previously did. Don’t fill it up with things that are dishonoring to the Lord. During Nehemiah's absence, God’s people had slide from passionate joy-filled worship to compromise with the world and they were breaking all three points of the chapter 10 covenant. Compromising biblical beliefs and practices has a major impact on your life and those around you, as seen with Eliashib. Christians need to understand what matters to God and then guard it with appropriate action. -- Can we be properly used for God’s purposes when we’re full of stuff that shouldn’t be there? If you have been saved by Jesus, your life has a different purpose than it previously did. Don’t fill it up with things that are dishonoring to the Lord. During Nehemiah's absence, God’s people had slide from passionate joy-filled worship to compromise with the world and they were breaking all three points of the chapter 10 covenant. Compromising biblical beliefs and practices has a major impact on you… Rod Ohmes 2303 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah13114compromiseandrebu/id/3972139.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136791 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, compromise, rebuke, Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-13:14, Series: Nehemiah: Part#21 Sun, 28 May 2023 17:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes During Nehemiah's absence, God’s people had slide from passionate joy-filled worship to compromise with the world and they were breaking all three points of the chapter 10 covenant. Compromising biblical beliefs and practices has a major impact on your life and those around you, as seen with Eliashib. Christians need to understand what matters to God and then guard it with appropriate action. -- Can we be properly used for God’s purposes when we’re full of stuff that shouldn’t be there? If you have been saved by Jesus, your life has a different purpose than it previously did. Don’t fill it up with things that are dishonoring to the Lord. During Nehemiah's absence, God’s people had slide from passionate joy-filled worship to compromise with the world and they were breaking all three points of the chapter 10 covenant. Compromising biblical beliefs and practices has a major impact on your life and those around you, as seen with Eliashib. Christians need to understand what matters to God and then guard it with appropriate action. -- Can we be properly used for God’s purposes when we’re full of stuff that shouldn’t be there? If you have been saved by Jesus, your life has a different purpose than it previously did. Don’t fill it up with things that are dishonoring to the Lord. During Nehemiah's absence, God’s people had slide from passionate joy-filled worship to compromise with the world and they were breaking all three points of the chapter 10 covenant. Compromising biblical beliefs and practices has a major impact on you… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah13114compromiseandrebu/id/434097 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136791 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, compromise, rebuke, Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-13:14, Series: Nehemiah: Part#21 Sun, 21 May 2023 17:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The walls have been constructed, the Word has been read, revival & renewal have come, the followers of Yahweh have been identified, and now it’s time for it all to come together. It’s finally time to dedicate to the Lord what He has brought about. So they set themselves and their city apart for the right worship of God. --- What would change if we truly committed to centering our lives around the worship of God and not all the other stuff the world tells us is important? Worship comes out of God’s people because of something that’s happened within God’s people. - True joy is rooted in faith, and our joy can be seen in how we give. You can give without joy, but you can’t truly have the joy of the Lord and not give. The walls have been constructed, the Word has been read, revival & renewal have come, the followers of Yahweh have been identified, and now it’s time for it all to come together. It’s finally time to dedicate to the Lord what He has brought about. So they set themselves and their city apart for the right worship of God. --- What would change if we truly committed to centering our lives around the worship of God and not all the other stuff the world tells us is important? Worship comes out of God’s people because of something that’s happened within God’s people. - True joy is rooted in faith, and our joy can be seen in how we give. You can give without joy, but you can’t truly have the joy of the Lord and not give. The walls have been constructed, the Word has been read, revival & renewal have come, the followers of Yahweh have been identified, and now it’s time for it all to come together. It’s finally time to dedicate to the Lord what He has brought about. So t… Rod Ohmes 2386 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136789/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah122747dedicatedtogodro/id/3972136.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136789 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, dedicated, Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-12:47, Series: Nehemiah: Part#20 Sun, 21 May 2023 17:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The walls have been constructed, the Word has been read, revival & renewal have come, the followers of Yahweh have been identified, and now it’s time for it all to come together. It’s finally time to dedicate to the Lord what He has brought about. So they set themselves and their city apart for the right worship of God. --- What would change if we truly committed to centering our lives around the worship of God and not all the other stuff the world tells us is important? Worship comes out of God’s people because of something that’s happened within God’s people. - True joy is rooted in faith, and our joy can be seen in how we give. You can give without joy, but you can’t truly have the joy of the Lord and not give. The walls have been constructed, the Word has been read, revival & renewal have come, the followers of Yahweh have been identified, and now it’s time for it all to come together. It’s finally time to dedicate to the Lord what He has brought about. So they set themselves and their city apart for the right worship of God. --- What would change if we truly committed to centering our lives around the worship of God and not all the other stuff the world tells us is important? Worship comes out of God’s people because of something that’s happened within God’s people. - True joy is rooted in faith, and our joy can be seen in how we give. You can give without joy, but you can’t truly have the joy of the Lord and not give. The walls have been constructed, the Word has been read, revival & renewal have come, the followers of Yahweh have been identified, and now it’s time for it all to come together. It’s finally time to dedicate to the Lord what He has brought about. So t… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136789/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah122747dedicatedtogodro/id/434096 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136789 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, dedicated, Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-12:47, Series: Nehemiah: Part#20 Sun, 14 May 2023 17:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In their covenant, the people have renewed their commitment to honor godly marriage, properly observe the Sabbath, and provide for the temple ministry. But the town was mostly unoccupied, because living in Jerusalem meant that sacrifices would have to be made. Some were coerced, but a few volunteered to move back into Jerusalem. They were people who were pursuing God’s plan more than their own. They demonstrated Christlikeness even before Jesus showed up in the flesh. o They sacrificed for the sake of others. o They gave up safety and comfort so others could have them. Following Jesus means laying down our lives for the benefit of others, just as He did for us. Christians set aside convenience and comfort for the sake of Scriptural truth and the Gospel. You gain so much more by giving. In their covenant, the people have renewed their commitment to honor godly marriage, properly observe the Sabbath, and provide for the temple ministry. But the town was mostly unoccupied, because living in Jerusalem meant that sacrifices would have to be made. Some were coerced, but a few volunteered to move back into Jerusalem. They were people who were pursuing God’s plan more than their own. They demonstrated Christlikeness even before Jesus showed up in the flesh. o They sacrificed for the sake of others. o They gave up safety and comfort so others could have them. Following Jesus means laying down our lives for the benefit of others, just as He did for us. Christians set aside convenience and comfort for the sake of Scriptural truth and the Gospel. You gain so much more by giving. In their covenant, the people have renewed their commitment to honor godly marriage, properly observe the Sabbath, and provide for the temple ministry. But the town was mostly unoccupied, because living in Jerusalem meant that sacrifices would have to… Rod Ohmes 2572 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah1111226gainbygivingrod/id/3972133.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136786 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, gain, giving, sacrifice, love, Scripture: Nehemiah 11:1-12:26, Series: Nehemiah: Part#19 Sun, 14 May 2023 17:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In their covenant, the people have renewed their commitment to honor godly marriage, properly observe the Sabbath, and provide for the temple ministry. But the town was mostly unoccupied, because living in Jerusalem meant that sacrifices would have to be made. Some were coerced, but a few volunteered to move back into Jerusalem. They were people who were pursuing God’s plan more than their own. They demonstrated Christlikeness even before Jesus showed up in the flesh. o They sacrificed for the sake of others. o They gave up safety and comfort so others could have them. Following Jesus means laying down our lives for the benefit of others, just as He did for us. Christians set aside convenience and comfort for the sake of Scriptural truth and the Gospel. You gain so much more by giving. In their covenant, the people have renewed their commitment to honor godly marriage, properly observe the Sabbath, and provide for the temple ministry. But the town was mostly unoccupied, because living in Jerusalem meant that sacrifices would have to be made. Some were coerced, but a few volunteered to move back into Jerusalem. They were people who were pursuing God’s plan more than their own. They demonstrated Christlikeness even before Jesus showed up in the flesh. o They sacrificed for the sake of others. o They gave up safety and comfort so others could have them. Following Jesus means laying down our lives for the benefit of others, just as He did for us. Christians set aside convenience and comfort for the sake of Scriptural truth and the Gospel. You gain so much more by giving. In their covenant, the people have renewed their commitment to honor godly marriage, properly observe the Sabbath, and provide for the temple ministry. But the town was mostly unoccupied, because living in Jerusalem meant that sacrifices would have to… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah1111226gainbygivingrod/id/434095 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136786 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, gain, giving, sacrifice, love, Scripture: Nehemiah 11:1-12:26, Series: Nehemiah: Part#19 Sun, 07 May 2023 17:26:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Real revival is not manufactured, it’s not manipulated, and it’s not man-centered. Revival is the outpouring of God’s Spirit on people who genuinely desire to submit themselves to Him more completely. Here's what we've studied in the text together regarding revival: - The people are called out and set apart. [chtp. 7] - The Word of God is read and studied. [chtp. 8] - The people are convicted of their sin. [chtp. 8] - The people remember and celebrate God’s faithfulness. [chtp. 9] - The people confess and repent of their sin. [chtp. 9] - And in chapter 10 we see another important aspect of revival – commitment. God’s people were separating themselves from the world and to the ways of God. * They’d separated themselves from the practices of idolators. * They’d separated themselves to the Word of God. The Sabbath is ultimately about faith, and the point of the Sabbath is to be people who trust God completely. Can you look at your life and say, “I live for the Lord” in every area? Real revival is not manufactured, it’s not manipulated, and it’s not man-centered. Revival is the outpouring of God’s Spirit on people who genuinely desire to submit themselves to Him more completely. Here's what we've studied in the text together regarding revival: - The people are called out and set apart. [chtp. 7] - The Word of God is read and studied. [chtp. 8] - The people are convicted of their sin. [chtp. 8] - The people remember and celebrate God’s faithfulness. [chtp. 9] - The people confess and repent of their sin. [chtp. 9] - And in chapter 10 we see another important aspect of revival – commitment. God’s people were separating themselves from the world and to the ways of God. * They’d separated themselves from the practices of idolators. * They’d separated themselves to the Word of God. The Sabbath is ultimately about faith, and the point of the Sabbath is to be people who trust God completely. Can you look at your life and say, “I live for the Lord” in every area? Real revival is not manufactured, it’s not manipulated, and it’s not man-centered. Revival is the outpouring of God’s Spirit on people who genuinely desire to submit themselves to Him more completely. Here's what we've studied in the text together re… Rod Ohmes 2872 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah10covenantrenewalrodoh/id/3972131.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136783 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, covenant, renewal, committment, Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-10:39, Series: Nehemiah: Part#18 Sun, 07 May 2023 17:26:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Real revival is not manufactured, it’s not manipulated, and it’s not man-centered. Revival is the outpouring of God’s Spirit on people who genuinely desire to submit themselves to Him more completely. Here's what we've studied in the text together regarding revival: - The people are called out and set apart. [chtp. 7] - The Word of God is read and studied. [chtp. 8] - The people are convicted of their sin. [chtp. 8] - The people remember and celebrate God’s faithfulness. [chtp. 9] - The people confess and repent of their sin. [chtp. 9] - And in chapter 10 we see another important aspect of revival – commitment. God’s people were separating themselves from the world and to the ways of God. * They’d separated themselves from the practices of idolators. * They’d separated themselves to the Word of God. The Sabbath is ultimately about faith, and the point of the Sabbath is to be people who trust God completely. Can you look at your life and say, “I live for the Lord” in every area? Real revival is not manufactured, it’s not manipulated, and it’s not man-centered. Revival is the outpouring of God’s Spirit on people who genuinely desire to submit themselves to Him more completely. Here's what we've studied in the text together regarding revival: - The people are called out and set apart. [chtp. 7] - The Word of God is read and studied. [chtp. 8] - The people are convicted of their sin. [chtp. 8] - The people remember and celebrate God’s faithfulness. [chtp. 9] - The people confess and repent of their sin. [chtp. 9] - And in chapter 10 we see another important aspect of revival – commitment. God’s people were separating themselves from the world and to the ways of God. * They’d separated themselves from the practices of idolators. * They’d separated themselves to the Word of God. The Sabbath is ultimately about faith, and the point of the Sabbath is to be people who trust God completely. Can you look at your life and say, “I live for the Lord” in every area? Real revival is not manufactured, it’s not manipulated, and it’s not man-centered. Revival is the outpouring of God’s Spirit on people who genuinely desire to submit themselves to Him more completely. Here's what we've studied in the text together re… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah10covenantrenewalrodoh/id/434094 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136783 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, covenant, renewal, committment, Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-10:39, Series: Nehemiah: Part#18 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 17:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes [v.33] “Yet you have been righteous in all that has come upon us, for you have dealt faithfully and we have acted wickedly.” Isn’t this a good picture of true confession? The people realize that they have been wrong and that God has been right all along. Confession can be described as agreeing with God about His righteousness and our sin. Not paying attention to God’s words or heeding His warnings always leaves us under the bondage of sin [v.36-37]. Understanding who God is reveals our sinfulness, but it also reveals His mercy to us in Christ. [v.33] “Yet you have been righteous in all that has come upon us, for you have dealt faithfully and we have acted wickedly.” Isn’t this a good picture of true confession? The people realize that they have been wrong and that God has been right all along. Confession can be described as agreeing with God about His righteousness and our sin. Not paying attention to God’s words or heeding His warnings always leaves us under the bondage of sin [v.36-37]. Understanding who God is reveals our sinfulness, but it also reveals His mercy to us in Christ. [v.33] “Yet you have been righteous in all that has come upon us, for you have dealt faithfully and we have acted wickedly.” Isn’t this a good picture of true confession? The people realize that they have been wrong and that God has been right all alon… Rod Ohmes 2085 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136780/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah93238timetomakeadecisi/id/3972127.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136780 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, decision, confession, mercy, Scripture: Nehemiah 9:32-9:38, Series: Nehemiah: Part#17 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 17:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes [v.33] “Yet you have been righteous in all that has come upon us, for you have dealt faithfully and we have acted wickedly.” Isn’t this a good picture of true confession? The people realize that they have been wrong and that God has been right all along. Confession can be described as agreeing with God about His righteousness and our sin. Not paying attention to God’s words or heeding His warnings always leaves us under the bondage of sin [v.36-37]. Understanding who God is reveals our sinfulness, but it also reveals His mercy to us in Christ. [v.33] “Yet you have been righteous in all that has come upon us, for you have dealt faithfully and we have acted wickedly.” Isn’t this a good picture of true confession? The people realize that they have been wrong and that God has been right all along. Confession can be described as agreeing with God about His righteousness and our sin. Not paying attention to God’s words or heeding His warnings always leaves us under the bondage of sin [v.36-37]. Understanding who God is reveals our sinfulness, but it also reveals His mercy to us in Christ. [v.33] “Yet you have been righteous in all that has come upon us, for you have dealt faithfully and we have acted wickedly.” Isn’t this a good picture of true confession? The people realize that they have been wrong and that God has been right all alon… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136780/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah93238timetomakeadecisi/id/434093 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136780 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, decision, confession, mercy, Scripture: Nehemiah 9:32-9:38, Series: Nehemiah: Part#17 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 17:14:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Every person will face their sin, in this life or in the one to come. The people face it head on here in chapter 9, with outward expressions of their inward lament. They do some really important things in regard to renewal and revival: 1. They confess their sins [v.2]. 2. They confess the sins of their fathers [v.2]. 3. They read the Word of God [v.3]. 4. They worship the Lord [v.3]. Repentance is something that continues increasing as you grow closer to Jesus. A sure first step of revival is being broken over your sin. The people have a history of sinning - nevertheless, none of their failure or rebellion has ever caused God’s character to change. And He has not and will not forsake them. Every person will face their sin, in this life or in the one to come. The people face it head on here in chapter 9, with outward expressions of their inward lament. They do some really important things in regard to renewal and revival: 1. They confess their sins [v.2]. 2. They confess the sins of their fathers [v.2]. 3. They read the Word of God [v.3]. 4. They worship the Lord [v.3]. Repentance is something that continues increasing as you grow closer to Jesus. A sure first step of revival is being broken over your sin. The people have a history of sinning - nevertheless, none of their failure or rebellion has ever caused God’s character to change. And He has not and will not forsake them. Every person will face their sin, in this life or in the one to come. The people face it head on here in chapter 9, with outward expressions of their inward lament. They do some really important things in regard to renewal and revival: 1. They confess… Rod Ohmes 2968 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136779/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah9131neverthelessrodohm/id/3972125.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136779 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, nevertheless, confession, repentance, Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-9:31, Series: Nehemiah: Part#16 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 17:14:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Every person will face their sin, in this life or in the one to come. The people face it head on here in chapter 9, with outward expressions of their inward lament. They do some really important things in regard to renewal and revival: 1. They confess their sins [v.2]. 2. They confess the sins of their fathers [v.2]. 3. They read the Word of God [v.3]. 4. They worship the Lord [v.3]. Repentance is something that continues increasing as you grow closer to Jesus. A sure first step of revival is being broken over your sin. The people have a history of sinning - nevertheless, none of their failure or rebellion has ever caused God’s character to change. And He has not and will not forsake them. Every person will face their sin, in this life or in the one to come. The people face it head on here in chapter 9, with outward expressions of their inward lament. They do some really important things in regard to renewal and revival: 1. They confess their sins [v.2]. 2. They confess the sins of their fathers [v.2]. 3. They read the Word of God [v.3]. 4. They worship the Lord [v.3]. Repentance is something that continues increasing as you grow closer to Jesus. A sure first step of revival is being broken over your sin. The people have a history of sinning - nevertheless, none of their failure or rebellion has ever caused God’s character to change. And He has not and will not forsake them. Every person will face their sin, in this life or in the one to come. The people face it head on here in chapter 9, with outward expressions of their inward lament. They do some really important things in regard to renewal and revival: 1. They confess… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136779/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah9131neverthelessrodohm/id/434092 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136779 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, nevertheless, confession, repentance, Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-9:31, Series: Nehemiah: Part#16 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Reenacting their history through things like the Celebration of Booths was the people's way of remembering that God will save them now and in the future just as He’s saved them in the past. They were saying that they wanted to be directed by the Word of God, not tradition. And because of their obedience to God’s Word, there was gladness. Obedience to the Word of God creates gladness in His people, which in turn prompts more attention to studying, rejoicing in, and obeying His Word. If we fail to remember properly, we will drift away from what we need to know. (Hebrews 2:1: “Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.”) Reenacting their history through things like the Celebration of Booths was the people's way of remembering that God will save them now and in the future just as He’s saved them in the past. They were saying that they wanted to be directed by the Word of God, not tradition. And because of their obedience to God’s Word, there was gladness. Obedience to the Word of God creates gladness in His people, which in turn prompts more attention to studying, rejoicing in, and obeying His Word. If we fail to remember properly, we will drift away from what we need to know. (Hebrews 2:1: “Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.”) Reenacting their history through things like the Celebration of Booths was the people's way of remembering that God will save them now and in the future just as He’s saved them in the past. They were saying that they wanted to be directed by the Word o… Rod Ohmes 2338 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136777/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah81318rememberrodohmes/id/3972123.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136777 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, remember, gladness, pay attention, Scripture: Nehemiah 8:13-8:18, Series: Nehemiah: Part#15 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Reenacting their history through things like the Celebration of Booths was the people's way of remembering that God will save them now and in the future just as He’s saved them in the past. They were saying that they wanted to be directed by the Word of God, not tradition. And because of their obedience to God’s Word, there was gladness. Obedience to the Word of God creates gladness in His people, which in turn prompts more attention to studying, rejoicing in, and obeying His Word. If we fail to remember properly, we will drift away from what we need to know. (Hebrews 2:1: “Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.”) Reenacting their history through things like the Celebration of Booths was the people's way of remembering that God will save them now and in the future just as He’s saved them in the past. They were saying that they wanted to be directed by the Word of God, not tradition. And because of their obedience to God’s Word, there was gladness. Obedience to the Word of God creates gladness in His people, which in turn prompts more attention to studying, rejoicing in, and obeying His Word. If we fail to remember properly, we will drift away from what we need to know. (Hebrews 2:1: “Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.”) Reenacting their history through things like the Celebration of Booths was the people's way of remembering that God will save them now and in the future just as He’s saved them in the past. They were saying that they wanted to be directed by the Word o… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136777/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah81318rememberrodohmes/id/434091 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136777 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, remember, gladness, pay attention, Scripture: Nehemiah 8:13-8:18, Series: Nehemiah: Part#15 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 17:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s people love God’s Word. God’s Word is central to the life of God’s people, and our posture often reflects the condition of our heart. God knows His people. God cares for His people. God is always with His people. God delights in His people. God’s people receive the Word with joy. God’s people love God’s Word. God’s Word is central to the life of God’s people, and our posture often reflects the condition of our heart. God knows His people. God cares for His people. God is always with His people. God delights in His people. God’s people receive the Word with joy. God’s people love God’s Word. God’s Word is central to the life of God’s people, and our posture often reflects the condition of our heart. God knows His people. God cares for His people. God is always with His people. God delights in His people. Go… Rod Ohmes 2594 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136772/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah8112receivingthewordwi/id/3972121.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136772 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, joy, Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8:12, Series: Nehemiah: Part#14 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 17:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s people love God’s Word. God’s Word is central to the life of God’s people, and our posture often reflects the condition of our heart. God knows His people. God cares for His people. God is always with His people. God delights in His people. God’s people receive the Word with joy. God’s people love God’s Word. God’s Word is central to the life of God’s people, and our posture often reflects the condition of our heart. God knows His people. God cares for His people. God is always with His people. God delights in His people. God’s people receive the Word with joy. God’s people love God’s Word. God’s Word is central to the life of God’s people, and our posture often reflects the condition of our heart. God knows His people. God cares for His people. God is always with His people. God delights in His people. Go… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136772/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah8112receivingthewordwi/id/434090 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22136772 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Word, joy, Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8:12, Series: Nehemiah: Part#14 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 20:22:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton What concerned Nehemiah the most wasn't the completion of the wall, but the preservation of the worship of the one, true God. And his "roll call" in chapter seven shows who belongs to God. It shows who belong to Him and who do not. What concerned Nehemiah the most wasn't the completion of the wall, but the preservation of the worship of the one, true God. And his "roll call" in chapter seven shows who belongs to God. It shows who belong to Him and who do not. What concerned Nehemiah the most wasn't the completion of the wall, but the preservation of the worship of the one, true God. And his "roll call" in chapter seven shows who belongs to God. It shows who belong to Him and who do not.… Jason Hamilton 3387 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22111067/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah7573genealogiesasonham/id/3946924.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22111067 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Nehemiah, wall, remember, worship, genealogy, distinctions, true worship, genealogies, Scripture: Nehemiah 7:5-7:73, Series: Nehemiah: Part#13 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 14:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The completion of the Jerusalem walls made something very clear to the Jews and everyone else - God was with His people. God never abandons those who trust in Him. Despite the pressure from outside and deception from inside, the people of God would need to know who they were - they belonged to God. And because of this, they were called to be different, set apart. Nehemiah tightens security in Jerusalem because they were about to do something that hadn't been done in 100 years - have a worship service. The walls weren't rebuilt so they could just sit around looking at pretty walls. The walls were rebuilt so they could worship God properly and freely. The completion of the Jerusalem walls made something very clear to the Jews and everyone else - God was with His people. God never abandons those who trust in Him. Despite the pressure from outside and deception from inside, the people of God would need to know who they were - they belonged to God. And because of this, they were called to be different, set apart. Nehemiah tightens security in Jerusalem because they were about to do something that hadn't been done in 100 years - have a worship service. The walls weren't rebuilt so they could just sit around looking at pretty walls. The walls were rebuilt so they could worship God properly and freely. The completion of the Jerusalem walls made something very clear to the Jews and everyone else - God was with His people. God never abandons those who trust in Him. Despite the pressure from outside and deception from inside, the people of God would nee… Rod Ohmes 2316 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah61574knowwhoyouarerodo/id/3943590.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107680 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, worship, complete, keeps, never abandons, Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15-7:4, Series: Nehemiah: Part#12 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 14:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The completion of the Jerusalem walls made something very clear to the Jews and everyone else - God was with His people. God never abandons those who trust in Him. Despite the pressure from outside and deception from inside, the people of God would need to know who they were - they belonged to God. And because of this, they were called to be different, set apart. Nehemiah tightens security in Jerusalem because they were about to do something that hadn't been done in 100 years - have a worship service. The walls weren't rebuilt so they could just sit around looking at pretty walls. The walls were rebuilt so they could worship God properly and freely. The completion of the Jerusalem walls made something very clear to the Jews and everyone else - God was with His people. God never abandons those who trust in Him. Despite the pressure from outside and deception from inside, the people of God would need to know who they were - they belonged to God. And because of this, they were called to be different, set apart. Nehemiah tightens security in Jerusalem because they were about to do something that hadn't been done in 100 years - have a worship service. The walls weren't rebuilt so they could just sit around looking at pretty walls. The walls were rebuilt so they could worship God properly and freely. The completion of the Jerusalem walls made something very clear to the Jews and everyone else - God was with His people. God never abandons those who trust in Him. Despite the pressure from outside and deception from inside, the people of God would nee… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah61574knowwhoyouarerodo/id/432218 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107680 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, worship, complete, keeps, never abandons, Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15-7:4, Series: Nehemiah: Part#12 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 14:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The enemies of God saw the window of opportunity closing to stop the work and keep Jerusalem as a weak and unprotected city. Perseverance would be needed, just like it's needed in the Christian life today. Depsite Nehemiah's work under the king of Persia, he viewed the work in Jerusalem to be a greater work because the name of the Lord was at stake. Their enemies tried to trick Nehemiah, confuse the people, and gain atvantage over them, but Nehemiah knew it was a trap - how? Because he knew Scripture. He knew only priests should go into the temple, and he knew any fear displayed in his own life would have monumenal consequences for the people. So, by God's grace, he persevered. The enemies of God saw the window of opportunity closing to stop the work and keep Jerusalem as a weak and unprotected city. Perseverance would be needed, just like it's needed in the Christian life today. Depsite Nehemiah's work under the king of Persia, he viewed the work in Jerusalem to be a greater work because the name of the Lord was at stake. Their enemies tried to trick Nehemiah, confuse the people, and gain atvantage over them, but Nehemiah knew it was a trap - how? Because he knew Scripture. He knew only priests should go into the temple, and he knew any fear displayed in his own life would have monumenal consequences for the people. So, by God's grace, he persevered. The enemies of God saw the window of opportunity closing to stop the work and keep Jerusalem as a weak and unprotected city. Perseverance would be needed, just like it's needed in the Christian life today. Depsite Nehemiah's work under the king of Pe… Rod Ohmes 2582 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107679/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah6114perseveranceisneed/id/3943589.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107679 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, perseverence, persevere, threats, enemy, opposition, endurance, endure, Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-6:14, Series: Nehemiah: Part#11 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 14:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The enemies of God saw the window of opportunity closing to stop the work and keep Jerusalem as a weak and unprotected city. Perseverance would be needed, just like it's needed in the Christian life today. Depsite Nehemiah's work under the king of Persia, he viewed the work in Jerusalem to be a greater work because the name of the Lord was at stake. Their enemies tried to trick Nehemiah, confuse the people, and gain atvantage over them, but Nehemiah knew it was a trap - how? Because he knew Scripture. He knew only priests should go into the temple, and he knew any fear displayed in his own life would have monumenal consequences for the people. So, by God's grace, he persevered. The enemies of God saw the window of opportunity closing to stop the work and keep Jerusalem as a weak and unprotected city. Perseverance would be needed, just like it's needed in the Christian life today. Depsite Nehemiah's work under the king of Persia, he viewed the work in Jerusalem to be a greater work because the name of the Lord was at stake. Their enemies tried to trick Nehemiah, confuse the people, and gain atvantage over them, but Nehemiah knew it was a trap - how? Because he knew Scripture. He knew only priests should go into the temple, and he knew any fear displayed in his own life would have monumenal consequences for the people. So, by God's grace, he persevered. The enemies of God saw the window of opportunity closing to stop the work and keep Jerusalem as a weak and unprotected city. Perseverance would be needed, just like it's needed in the Christian life today. Depsite Nehemiah's work under the king of Pe… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107679/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah6114perseveranceisneed/id/432216 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22107679 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, perseverence, persevere, threats, enemy, opposition, endurance, endure, Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-6:14, Series: Nehemiah: Part#11 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 15:22:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Chapter 5 illustrates how our actions reveal our hearts. Repentance is a change of mind that results in a change of action. The pattern of repentance: - Understand that what you’ve been doing is wrong. (change your mind) - Take the necessary steps to make it right. (change your actions) ** (see also David/Nathan and Zaccheaus/Jesus) When a person is justified by the saving grace of God in Jesus Christ, things change. The people of God were now "walking in the fear of [their] God". Why did Nehemiah sacrifice for his people? Because of his fear of God [v.15] and because of his love for the people [v.18]. Love for God and love for His people should be our motivation for being generous, too. As they serve Him and those around them, God remembers the work of His people (Heb. 6:10). Chapter 5 illustrates how our actions reveal our hearts. Repentance is a change of mind that results in a change of action. The pattern of repentance: - Understand that what you’ve been doing is wrong. (change your mind) - Take the necessary steps to make it right. (change your actions) ** (see also David/Nathan and Zaccheaus/Jesus) When a person is justified by the saving grace of God in Jesus Christ, things change. The people of God were now "walking in the fear of [their] God". Why did Nehemiah sacrifice for his people? Because of his fear of God [v.15] and because of his love for the people [v.18]. Love for God and love for His people should be our motivation for being generous, too. As they serve Him and those around them, God remembers the work of His people (Heb. 6:10). Chapter 5 illustrates how our actions reveal our hearts. Repentance is a change of mind that results in a change of action. The pattern of repentance: - Understand that what you’ve been doing is wrong. (change your mind) - Take the necessary steps t… Rod Ohmes 2178 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22101010/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah51019generosityandfear/id/3937065.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22101010 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, fairness, fear of God, generosity, Scripture: Nehemiah 5:10-5:19, Series: Nehemiah: Part#10 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 15:22:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Chapter 5 illustrates how our actions reveal our hearts. Repentance is a change of mind that results in a change of action. The pattern of repentance: - Understand that what you’ve been doing is wrong. (change your mind) - Take the necessary steps to make it right. (change your actions) ** (see also David/Nathan and Zaccheaus/Jesus) When a person is justified by the saving grace of God in Jesus Christ, things change. The people of God were now "walking in the fear of [their] God". Why did Nehemiah sacrifice for his people? Because of his fear of God [v.15] and because of his love for the people [v.18]. Love for God and love for His people should be our motivation for being generous, too. As they serve Him and those around them, God remembers the work of His people (Heb. 6:10). Chapter 5 illustrates how our actions reveal our hearts. Repentance is a change of mind that results in a change of action. The pattern of repentance: - Understand that what you’ve been doing is wrong. (change your mind) - Take the necessary steps to make it right. (change your actions) ** (see also David/Nathan and Zaccheaus/Jesus) When a person is justified by the saving grace of God in Jesus Christ, things change. The people of God were now "walking in the fear of [their] God". Why did Nehemiah sacrifice for his people? Because of his fear of God [v.15] and because of his love for the people [v.18]. Love for God and love for His people should be our motivation for being generous, too. As they serve Him and those around them, God remembers the work of His people (Heb. 6:10). Chapter 5 illustrates how our actions reveal our hearts. Repentance is a change of mind that results in a change of action. The pattern of repentance: - Understand that what you’ve been doing is wrong. (change your mind) - Take the necessary steps t… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22101010/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah51019generosityandfear/id/431787 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22101010 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, fairness, fear of God, generosity, Scripture: Nehemiah 5:10-5:19, Series: Nehemiah: Part#10 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 19:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The book of Nehemiah is not primarily a book about money, but it shows how money problems can impact us. The enemy would like to convince us that they aren’t connected, we can’t separate how we use our money and how we walk with the Lord. [v.9], “The thing that you are doing is not good. Ought you not to walk in the fear of our God?" We quickly and easily become ruled by the ungodly thing we think we can control. Leviticus 25:43, “You shall not rule over him ruthlessly but shall fear your God.” Every sin has consequences, and one of them always involves the glory of God. Instead, walk in the fear of the Lord, in reverence to His holiness, and abandon your sin. As you walk in the fear of the Lord, Psalm 15 says that you will “never be moved”. The book of Nehemiah is not primarily a book about money, but it shows how money problems can impact us. The enemy would like to convince us that they aren’t connected, we can’t separate how we use our money and how we walk with the Lord. [v.9], “The thing that you are doing is not good. Ought you not to walk in the fear of our God?" We quickly and easily become ruled by the ungodly thing we think we can control. Leviticus 25:43, “You shall not rule over him ruthlessly but shall fear your God.” Every sin has consequences, and one of them always involves the glory of God. Instead, walk in the fear of the Lord, in reverence to His holiness, and abandon your sin. As you walk in the fear of the Lord, Psalm 15 says that you will “never be moved”. The book of Nehemiah is not primarily a book about money, but it shows how money problems can impact us. The enemy would like to convince us that they aren’t connected, we can’t separate how we use our money and how we walk with the Lord. [v.9], “The… Rod Ohmes 2219 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098601/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah519fairnessandfearrodo/id/3934707.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098601 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, fairness, fear of God, Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-5:9, Series: Nehemiah: Part#9 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 19:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The book of Nehemiah is not primarily a book about money, but it shows how money problems can impact us. The enemy would like to convince us that they aren’t connected, we can’t separate how we use our money and how we walk with the Lord. [v.9], “The thing that you are doing is not good. Ought you not to walk in the fear of our God?" We quickly and easily become ruled by the ungodly thing we think we can control. Leviticus 25:43, “You shall not rule over him ruthlessly but shall fear your God.” Every sin has consequences, and one of them always involves the glory of God. Instead, walk in the fear of the Lord, in reverence to His holiness, and abandon your sin. As you walk in the fear of the Lord, Psalm 15 says that you will “never be moved”. The book of Nehemiah is not primarily a book about money, but it shows how money problems can impact us. The enemy would like to convince us that they aren’t connected, we can’t separate how we use our money and how we walk with the Lord. [v.9], “The thing that you are doing is not good. Ought you not to walk in the fear of our God?" We quickly and easily become ruled by the ungodly thing we think we can control. Leviticus 25:43, “You shall not rule over him ruthlessly but shall fear your God.” Every sin has consequences, and one of them always involves the glory of God. Instead, walk in the fear of the Lord, in reverence to His holiness, and abandon your sin. As you walk in the fear of the Lord, Psalm 15 says that you will “never be moved”. The book of Nehemiah is not primarily a book about money, but it shows how money problems can impact us. The enemy would like to convince us that they aren’t connected, we can’t separate how we use our money and how we walk with the Lord. [v.9], “The… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098601/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah519fairnessandfearrodo/id/431637 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098601 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, fairness, fear of God, Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-5:9, Series: Nehemiah: Part#9 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 19:38:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes [v.14] – “Do not be afraid…remember the Lord…fight!” Remembering the great and awesome God was the inspiration for their preparation to fight and to work. In your work for the Lord, His Word is a most valuable and necessary asset. And in your battle against sin and the enemy, the Word of God is irreplaceable. Yes, get ready for battle – prepare, train, and work together – but never forget who we fight for and, more importantly, who fights for us. [v.21-23] – The people of God labored at the work and they never let their guard down. Always be ready, and in your preparations remember: o You are not alone. o You do not fight for yourself alone. o You do not fight by your strength alone. The battle we’re in is fought with truth – the Word of God (the sword of the Spirit). [v.14] – “Do not be afraid…remember the Lord…fight!” Remembering the great and awesome God was the inspiration for their preparation to fight and to work. In your work for the Lord, His Word is a most valuable and necessary asset. And in your battle against sin and the enemy, the Word of God is irreplaceable. Yes, get ready for battle – prepare, train, and work together – but never forget who we fight for and, more importantly, who fights for us. [v.21-23] – The people of God labored at the work and they never let their guard down. Always be ready, and in your preparations remember: o You are not alone. o You do not fight for yourself alone. o You do not fight by your strength alone. The battle we’re in is fought with truth – the Word of God (the sword of the Spirit). [v.14] – “Do not be afraid…remember the Lord…fight!” Remembering the great and awesome God was the inspiration for their preparation to fight and to work. In your work for the Lord, His Word is a most valuable and necessary asset. And in your battle … Rod Ohmes 2137 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098598/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah41523inspirationforpre/id/3934702.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098598 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, inspiration, preparation, Scripture: Nehemiah 4:15-4:23, Series: Nehemiah: Part#8 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 19:38:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes [v.14] – “Do not be afraid…remember the Lord…fight!” Remembering the great and awesome God was the inspiration for their preparation to fight and to work. In your work for the Lord, His Word is a most valuable and necessary asset. And in your battle against sin and the enemy, the Word of God is irreplaceable. Yes, get ready for battle – prepare, train, and work together – but never forget who we fight for and, more importantly, who fights for us. [v.21-23] – The people of God labored at the work and they never let their guard down. Always be ready, and in your preparations remember: o You are not alone. o You do not fight for yourself alone. o You do not fight by your strength alone. The battle we’re in is fought with truth – the Word of God (the sword of the Spirit). [v.14] – “Do not be afraid…remember the Lord…fight!” Remembering the great and awesome God was the inspiration for their preparation to fight and to work. In your work for the Lord, His Word is a most valuable and necessary asset. And in your battle against sin and the enemy, the Word of God is irreplaceable. Yes, get ready for battle – prepare, train, and work together – but never forget who we fight for and, more importantly, who fights for us. [v.21-23] – The people of God labored at the work and they never let their guard down. Always be ready, and in your preparations remember: o You are not alone. o You do not fight for yourself alone. o You do not fight by your strength alone. The battle we’re in is fought with truth – the Word of God (the sword of the Spirit). [v.14] – “Do not be afraid…remember the Lord…fight!” Remembering the great and awesome God was the inspiration for their preparation to fight and to work. In your work for the Lord, His Word is a most valuable and necessary asset. And in your battle … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098598/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah41523inspirationforpre/id/431636 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098598 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, inspiration, preparation, Scripture: Nehemiah 4:15-4:23, Series: Nehemiah: Part#8 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 19:32:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The ways of this world are not the ways of God. We cannot hope to see change come by dealing with the problems of the world with the wisdom of the world. When the people of God aren’t united in their mindset but are confused & fearful, they won’t move forward in doing God’s work. So they prayed and acted. And Nehemiah encouraged his countrymen. Sometimes the difference between success and failure is well-timed encouragement. What was to be the source of their strength and bravery? Their physical strength, the size of their group, their cunning military prowess? No, they didn’t have to be afraid because the Lord is great and awesome. Remember Him! The ways of this world are not the ways of God. We cannot hope to see change come by dealing with the problems of the world with the wisdom of the world. When the people of God aren’t united in their mindset but are confused & fearful, they won’t move forward in doing God’s work. So they prayed and acted. And Nehemiah encouraged his countrymen. Sometimes the difference between success and failure is well-timed encouragement. What was to be the source of their strength and bravery? Their physical strength, the size of their group, their cunning military prowess? No, they didn’t have to be afraid because the Lord is great and awesome. Remember Him! The ways of this world are not the ways of God. We cannot hope to see change come by dealing with the problems of the world with the wisdom of the world. When the people of God aren’t united in their mindset but are confused & fearful, they won’t move… Rod Ohmes 2163 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098597/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah4714rememberthelordrod/id/3934701.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098597 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-4:14, Series: Nehemiah: Part#7 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 19:32:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The ways of this world are not the ways of God. We cannot hope to see change come by dealing with the problems of the world with the wisdom of the world. When the people of God aren’t united in their mindset but are confused & fearful, they won’t move forward in doing God’s work. So they prayed and acted. And Nehemiah encouraged his countrymen. Sometimes the difference between success and failure is well-timed encouragement. What was to be the source of their strength and bravery? Their physical strength, the size of their group, their cunning military prowess? No, they didn’t have to be afraid because the Lord is great and awesome. Remember Him! The ways of this world are not the ways of God. We cannot hope to see change come by dealing with the problems of the world with the wisdom of the world. When the people of God aren’t united in their mindset but are confused & fearful, they won’t move forward in doing God’s work. So they prayed and acted. And Nehemiah encouraged his countrymen. Sometimes the difference between success and failure is well-timed encouragement. What was to be the source of their strength and bravery? Their physical strength, the size of their group, their cunning military prowess? No, they didn’t have to be afraid because the Lord is great and awesome. Remember Him! The ways of this world are not the ways of God. We cannot hope to see change come by dealing with the problems of the world with the wisdom of the world. When the people of God aren’t united in their mindset but are confused & fearful, they won’t move… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098597/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah4714rememberthelordrod/id/431635 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098597 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, remember, Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-4:14, Series: Nehemiah: Part#7 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 19:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The book of Nehemiah is ultimately about God restoring His people and preparing them for the fulfillment of His covenant through His Son, Jesus (DA Carson). They were facing opposition, and what they were doing probably looked ridiculous to those on the outside looking in. 1 Corinthians 1 tells us it's the same for Christians today, and yet it doesn't stop them from doing what God calls them to. The additional truth was that what their enemies were saying was partially correct. The Jews were weak in comparison to those around them, and they didn't have unlimited time or resources. But this neglects an even greater truth – God is always with His people and for His people. Nehemiah asked God to do something about their enemies, but God does something in His people instead. Sometimes we can be so busy waiting for God to change someone else that we resist and miss what He’s doing in our own life. In Christ your sins aren’t just covered, Psalm 103:10-12 says they are completely removed. The book of Nehemiah is ultimately about God restoring His people and preparing them for the fulfillment of His covenant through His Son, Jesus (DA Carson). They were facing opposition, and what they were doing probably looked ridiculous to those on the outside looking in. 1 Corinthians 1 tells us it's the same for Christians today, and yet it doesn't stop them from doing what God calls them to. The additional truth was that what their enemies were saying was partially correct. The Jews were weak in comparison to those around them, and they didn't have unlimited time or resources. But this neglects an even greater truth – God is always with His people and for His people. Nehemiah asked God to do something about their enemies, but God does something in His people instead. Sometimes we can be so busy waiting for God to change someone else that we resist and miss what He’s doing in our own life. In Christ your sins aren’t just covered, Psalm 103:10-12 says they are completely removed. The book of Nehemiah is ultimately about God restoring His people and preparing them for the fulfillment of His covenant through His Son, Jesus (DA Carson). They were facing opposition, and what they were doing probably looked ridiculous to those on… Rod Ohmes 2401 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098590/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah416oppositionandmerodo/id/3934696.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098590 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, opposition, rebuild, prayer, sin, removed, Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-4:6, Series: Nehemiah: Part#6 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 19:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The book of Nehemiah is ultimately about God restoring His people and preparing them for the fulfillment of His covenant through His Son, Jesus (DA Carson). They were facing opposition, and what they were doing probably looked ridiculous to those on the outside looking in. 1 Corinthians 1 tells us it's the same for Christians today, and yet it doesn't stop them from doing what God calls them to. The additional truth was that what their enemies were saying was partially correct. The Jews were weak in comparison to those around them, and they didn't have unlimited time or resources. But this neglects an even greater truth – God is always with His people and for His people. Nehemiah asked God to do something about their enemies, but God does something in His people instead. Sometimes we can be so busy waiting for God to change someone else that we resist and miss what He’s doing in our own life. In Christ your sins aren’t just covered, Psalm 103:10-12 says they are completely removed. The book of Nehemiah is ultimately about God restoring His people and preparing them for the fulfillment of His covenant through His Son, Jesus (DA Carson). They were facing opposition, and what they were doing probably looked ridiculous to those on the outside looking in. 1 Corinthians 1 tells us it's the same for Christians today, and yet it doesn't stop them from doing what God calls them to. The additional truth was that what their enemies were saying was partially correct. The Jews were weak in comparison to those around them, and they didn't have unlimited time or resources. But this neglects an even greater truth – God is always with His people and for His people. Nehemiah asked God to do something about their enemies, but God does something in His people instead. Sometimes we can be so busy waiting for God to change someone else that we resist and miss what He’s doing in our own life. In Christ your sins aren’t just covered, Psalm 103:10-12 says they are completely removed. The book of Nehemiah is ultimately about God restoring His people and preparing them for the fulfillment of His covenant through His Son, Jesus (DA Carson). They were facing opposition, and what they were doing probably looked ridiculous to those on… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098590/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah416oppositionandmerodo/id/431634 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098590 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, opposition, rebuild, prayer, sin, removed, Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-4:6, Series: Nehemiah: Part#6 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 19:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Godly leaders are a gift to His people, but even if a someone leads poorly, you can still do what’s right and accomplish great things by submitting to the Lord yourself. The repair work on the wall shows that serving the Lord can be a whole family event. Malchijah shows that you shouldn’t let a past failure stop you from serving the Lord today. There is a definite family aspect to this chapter - the people were connected. It was a good thing for God’s people to work together, & it surely must have pleased Him. It was also a beautiful example of the body of Christ at work. Godly leaders are a gift to His people, but even if a someone leads poorly, you can still do what’s right and accomplish great things by submitting to the Lord yourself. The repair work on the wall shows that serving the Lord can be a whole family event. Malchijah shows that you shouldn’t let a past failure stop you from serving the Lord today. There is a definite family aspect to this chapter - the people were connected. It was a good thing for God’s people to work together, & it surely must have pleased Him. It was also a beautiful example of the body of Christ at work. Godly leaders are a gift to His people, but even if a someone leads poorly, you can still do what’s right and accomplish great things by submitting to the Lord yourself. The repair work on the wall shows that serving the Lord can be a whole family even… Rod Ohmes 2675 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah3unifiedeffortrodohmes/id/3934691.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098585 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, opposition, rebuild, prayer, unified, together, Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-3:32, Series: Nehemiah: Part#5 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 19:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Godly leaders are a gift to His people, but even if a someone leads poorly, you can still do what’s right and accomplish great things by submitting to the Lord yourself. The repair work on the wall shows that serving the Lord can be a whole family event. Malchijah shows that you shouldn’t let a past failure stop you from serving the Lord today. There is a definite family aspect to this chapter - the people were connected. It was a good thing for God’s people to work together, & it surely must have pleased Him. It was also a beautiful example of the body of Christ at work. Godly leaders are a gift to His people, but even if a someone leads poorly, you can still do what’s right and accomplish great things by submitting to the Lord yourself. The repair work on the wall shows that serving the Lord can be a whole family event. Malchijah shows that you shouldn’t let a past failure stop you from serving the Lord today. There is a definite family aspect to this chapter - the people were connected. It was a good thing for God’s people to work together, & it surely must have pleased Him. It was also a beautiful example of the body of Christ at work. Godly leaders are a gift to His people, but even if a someone leads poorly, you can still do what’s right and accomplish great things by submitting to the Lord yourself. The repair work on the wall shows that serving the Lord can be a whole family even… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah3unifiedeffortrodohmes/id/431632 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22098585 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, wall, opposition, rebuild, prayer, unified, together, Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-3:32, Series: Nehemiah: Part#5 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 18:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle physical labor, and as the people were rebuilding the walls, they'd also be tearing down shame and fear. Even now in our own lives, God’s rebuilding work often involves physical action, but it always involves spiritual action. The success of their work would not be because of king Artaxerxes’ permission and authority to rebuild, but because of God’s authority. Challenge: Positive progression forward is always accompanied by hard work. Encouragement: You’re not alone in the work. Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle physical labor, and as the people were rebuilding the walls, they'd also be tearing down shame and fear. Even now in our own lives, God’s rebuilding work often involves physical action, but it always involves spiritual action. The success of their work would not be because of king Artaxerxes’ permission and authority to rebuild, but because of God’s authority. Challenge: Positive progression forward is always accompanied by hard work. Encouragement: You’re not alone in the work. Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle p… Rod Ohmes 2572 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22083080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah2920assessmentandantag/id/3919594.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22083080 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, prayer, fasting, Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-2:20, Series: Nehemiah: Part#4 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 18:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle physical labor, and as the people were rebuilding the walls, they'd also be tearing down shame and fear. Even now in our own lives, God’s rebuilding work often involves physical action, but it always involves spiritual action. The success of their work would not be because of king Artaxerxes’ permission and authority to rebuild, but because of God’s authority. Challenge: Positive progression forward is always accompanied by hard work. Encouragement: You’re not alone in the work. Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle physical labor, and as the people were rebuilding the walls, they'd also be tearing down shame and fear. Even now in our own lives, God’s rebuilding work often involves physical action, but it always involves spiritual action. The success of their work would not be because of king Artaxerxes’ permission and authority to rebuild, but because of God’s authority. Challenge: Positive progression forward is always accompanied by hard work. Encouragement: You’re not alone in the work. Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle p… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22083080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah2920assessmentandantag/id/430572 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22083080 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, prayer, fasting, Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-2:20, Series: Nehemiah: Part#4 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 17:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Nehemiah is presented with an opportunity to explain his sadness to the king, and in the middle of the conversation he pauses to pray. Even when we don't have the words to pray, and even when we don't have the words to speak, when we pray, God is with us (see Rom. 8:26-27 & Luke 12:11-12). Nehemiah likely spent months in intentional prayer and fasting, but also in planning [v.7-8]. He understood that God could accomplish His plan even through a pagan king like Artaxerxes. God can provide for our needs in totally unexpected or unlikely ways. Nehemiah was physically standing before the king of Persia, but he was actually standing before the King of everything. Application: - God really does answer prayer. - God really is good. - God can be your God because of Jesus. Nehemiah is presented with an opportunity to explain his sadness to the king, and in the middle of the conversation he pauses to pray. Even when we don't have the words to pray, and even when we don't have the words to speak, when we pray, God is with us (see Rom. 8:26-27 & Luke 12:11-12). Nehemiah likely spent months in intentional prayer and fasting, but also in planning [v.7-8]. He understood that God could accomplish His plan even through a pagan king like Artaxerxes. God can provide for our needs in totally unexpected or unlikely ways. Nehemiah was physically standing before the king of Persia, but he was actually standing before the King of everything. Application: - God really does answer prayer. - God really is good. - God can be your God because of Jesus. Nehemiah is presented with an opportunity to explain his sadness to the king, and in the middle of the conversation he pauses to pray. Even when we don't have the words to pray, and even when we don't have the words to speak, when we pray, God is with … Rod Ohmes 2246 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080027/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah218standingbeforetheki/id/3916636.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080027 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, prayer, fasting, Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-2:8, Series: Nehemiah: Part#3 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 17:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Nehemiah is presented with an opportunity to explain his sadness to the king, and in the middle of the conversation he pauses to pray. Even when we don't have the words to pray, and even when we don't have the words to speak, when we pray, God is with us (see Rom. 8:26-27 & Luke 12:11-12). Nehemiah likely spent months in intentional prayer and fasting, but also in planning [v.7-8]. He understood that God could accomplish His plan even through a pagan king like Artaxerxes. God can provide for our needs in totally unexpected or unlikely ways. Nehemiah was physically standing before the king of Persia, but he was actually standing before the King of everything. Application: - God really does answer prayer. - God really is good. - God can be your God because of Jesus. Nehemiah is presented with an opportunity to explain his sadness to the king, and in the middle of the conversation he pauses to pray. Even when we don't have the words to pray, and even when we don't have the words to speak, when we pray, God is with us (see Rom. 8:26-27 & Luke 12:11-12). Nehemiah likely spent months in intentional prayer and fasting, but also in planning [v.7-8]. He understood that God could accomplish His plan even through a pagan king like Artaxerxes. God can provide for our needs in totally unexpected or unlikely ways. Nehemiah was physically standing before the king of Persia, but he was actually standing before the King of everything. Application: - God really does answer prayer. - God really is good. - God can be your God because of Jesus. Nehemiah is presented with an opportunity to explain his sadness to the king, and in the middle of the conversation he pauses to pray. Even when we don't have the words to pray, and even when we don't have the words to speak, when we pray, God is with … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080027/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah218standingbeforetheki/id/430367 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080027 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, prayer, fasting, Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-2:8, Series: Nehemiah: Part#3 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 17:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Nehemiah’s first response to bad news is prayer, and his theology comes out when he prays (as it does for all of us). Verse 5. shows that Nehemiah understood who God is, and verse 6-7 show that he also understood who mankind is. - People sin, but God redeems. - People’s hearts are corrupt, but God loves. - People are unfaithful, but God keeps His promises. Nehemiah was so moved by the situation of his brothers and sisters that he prayed intently and fasted purposefully. We need to be prepared for sympathy, love, and prayer to move us to action. Nehemiah’s first response to bad news is prayer, and his theology comes out when he prays (as it does for all of us). Verse 5. shows that Nehemiah understood who God is, and verse 6-7 show that he also understood who mankind is. - People sin, but God redeems. - People’s hearts are corrupt, but God loves. - People are unfaithful, but God keeps His promises. Nehemiah was so moved by the situation of his brothers and sisters that he prayed intently and fasted purposefully. We need to be prepared for sympathy, love, and prayer to move us to action. Nehemiah’s first response to bad news is prayer, and his theology comes out when he prays (as it does for all of us). Verse 5. shows that Nehemiah understood who God is, and verse 6-7 show that he also understood who mankind is. - People sin, but God… Rod Ohmes 2732 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080022/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiah1111prayerinactionrodo/id/3916627.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080022 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, prayer, fasting, Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-1:11, Series: Nehemiah: Part#2 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 17:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Nehemiah’s first response to bad news is prayer, and his theology comes out when he prays (as it does for all of us). Verse 5. shows that Nehemiah understood who God is, and verse 6-7 show that he also understood who mankind is. - People sin, but God redeems. - People’s hearts are corrupt, but God loves. - People are unfaithful, but God keeps His promises. Nehemiah was so moved by the situation of his brothers and sisters that he prayed intently and fasted purposefully. We need to be prepared for sympathy, love, and prayer to move us to action. Nehemiah’s first response to bad news is prayer, and his theology comes out when he prays (as it does for all of us). Verse 5. shows that Nehemiah understood who God is, and verse 6-7 show that he also understood who mankind is. - People sin, but God redeems. - People’s hearts are corrupt, but God loves. - People are unfaithful, but God keeps His promises. Nehemiah was so moved by the situation of his brothers and sisters that he prayed intently and fasted purposefully. We need to be prepared for sympathy, love, and prayer to move us to action. Nehemiah’s first response to bad news is prayer, and his theology comes out when he prays (as it does for all of us). Verse 5. shows that Nehemiah understood who God is, and verse 6-7 show that he also understood who mankind is. - People sin, but God… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080022/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiah1111prayerinactionrodo/id/430366 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22080022 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, prayer, fasting, Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-1:11, Series: Nehemiah: Part#2 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Nehemiah finds out there’s a problem he doesn't wring his hands in worry or complain loudly, he immediately begins fasting and praying. Nehemiah will show us that: 1. We as Christians need to learn to pray more fervently. 2. We as Christians need to learn to work more intentionally. 3. We as Christians need to learn to be more patient and hope more expectantly. Revival and renewal swept through the hearts of the people, but not as a result of a new program or a miraculous event: - 8:5-12 says that the people heard and understood the Word of God. - 9:1-37 says that the people repented of their sin. - 9:38-10:39 says that the people covenanted together to live differently. Revival and renewal came as a result of understanding the Word of God, repenting of sin, and covenanting together to live differently. When Nehemiah finds out there’s a problem he doesn't wring his hands in worry or complain loudly, he immediately begins fasting and praying. Nehemiah will show us that: 1. We as Christians need to learn to pray more fervently. 2. We as Christians need to learn to work more intentionally. 3. We as Christians need to learn to be more patient and hope more expectantly. Revival and renewal swept through the hearts of the people, but not as a result of a new program or a miraculous event: - 8:5-12 says that the people heard and understood the Word of God. - 9:1-37 says that the people repented of their sin. - 9:38-10:39 says that the people covenanted together to live differently. Revival and renewal came as a result of understanding the Word of God, repenting of sin, and covenanting together to live differently. When Nehemiah finds out there’s a problem he doesn't wring his hands in worry or complain loudly, he immediately begins fasting and praying. Nehemiah will show us that: 1. We as Christians need to learn to pray more fervently. 2. We as Christians nee… Rod Ohmes 1878 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074304/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nehemiahintroductionoverviewro/id/3911078.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074304 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, together, Series: Nehemiah: Part#1 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Nehemiah finds out there’s a problem he doesn't wring his hands in worry or complain loudly, he immediately begins fasting and praying. Nehemiah will show us that: 1. We as Christians need to learn to pray more fervently. 2. We as Christians need to learn to work more intentionally. 3. We as Christians need to learn to be more patient and hope more expectantly. Revival and renewal swept through the hearts of the people, but not as a result of a new program or a miraculous event: - 8:5-12 says that the people heard and understood the Word of God. - 9:1-37 says that the people repented of their sin. - 9:38-10:39 says that the people covenanted together to live differently. Revival and renewal came as a result of understanding the Word of God, repenting of sin, and covenanting together to live differently. When Nehemiah finds out there’s a problem he doesn't wring his hands in worry or complain loudly, he immediately begins fasting and praying. Nehemiah will show us that: 1. We as Christians need to learn to pray more fervently. 2. We as Christians need to learn to work more intentionally. 3. We as Christians need to learn to be more patient and hope more expectantly. Revival and renewal swept through the hearts of the people, but not as a result of a new program or a miraculous event: - 8:5-12 says that the people heard and understood the Word of God. - 9:1-37 says that the people repented of their sin. - 9:38-10:39 says that the people covenanted together to live differently. Revival and renewal came as a result of understanding the Word of God, repenting of sin, and covenanting together to live differently. When Nehemiah finds out there’s a problem he doesn't wring his hands in worry or complain loudly, he immediately begins fasting and praying. Nehemiah will show us that: 1. We as Christians need to learn to pray more fervently. 2. We as Christians nee… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074304/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nehemiahintroductionoverviewro/id/429937 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074304 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Nehemiah, Artaxerxes, wall, opposition, rebuild, favor, repent, covenant, together, Series: Nehemiah: Part#1 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 17:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes What do I want more of in 2023? 1. Nearness to God - draw near" [v.22] - When you draw near to God, you always draw nearer to God’s people. 2. Perseverance - "hold fast" [v.23] - We’re to hold fast to our confession because its content is true, verified by the blood of Christ and poured out to us in the gift of the Holy Spirit. 3. Stirring one another up - "to love and good works" [v.24] - What Christ has done should change things INSIDE of us in profound ways. But it also changes things OUTSIDE of us. By avoiding the gathering of believers, your faith becomes malnourished and your assurance withers away because you're neglecting the things that really matter. The goal is not to be legalistic in church attendance, but to be consistent in our priorities. What really matters? Sports, recreation, pleasure, leisure, or eternal things? We gather together, we reprioritize, we exhort, and we encourage each other because the Day of Christ is drawing near [v.25]. What do I want more of in 2023? 1. Nearness to God - draw near" [v.22] - When you draw near to God, you always draw nearer to God’s people. 2. Perseverance - "hold fast" [v.23] - We’re to hold fast to our confession because its content is true, verified by the blood of Christ and poured out to us in the gift of the Holy Spirit. 3. Stirring one another up - "to love and good works" [v.24] - What Christ has done should change things INSIDE of us in profound ways. But it also changes things OUTSIDE of us. By avoiding the gathering of believers, your faith becomes malnourished and your assurance withers away because you're neglecting the things that really matter. The goal is not to be legalistic in church attendance, but to be consistent in our priorities. What really matters? Sports, recreation, pleasure, leisure, or eternal things? We gather together, we reprioritize, we exhort, and we encourage each other because the Day of Christ is drawing near [v.25]. What do I want more of in 2023? 1. Nearness to God - draw near" [v.22] - When you draw near to God, you always draw nearer to God’s people. 2. Perseverance - "hold fast" [v.23] - We’re to hold fast to our confession because its content is tru… Rod Ohmes 2310 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074293/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theyearofmorehebrews101925rodo/id/3911045.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074293 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, New Year, more, closeness, spur, stir, love, good works, the Day of the Lord, Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-10:25 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 17:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes What do I want more of in 2023? 1. Nearness to God - draw near" [v.22] - When you draw near to God, you always draw nearer to God’s people. 2. Perseverance - "hold fast" [v.23] - We’re to hold fast to our confession because its content is true, verified by the blood of Christ and poured out to us in the gift of the Holy Spirit. 3. Stirring one another up - "to love and good works" [v.24] - What Christ has done should change things INSIDE of us in profound ways. But it also changes things OUTSIDE of us. By avoiding the gathering of believers, your faith becomes malnourished and your assurance withers away because you're neglecting the things that really matter. The goal is not to be legalistic in church attendance, but to be consistent in our priorities. What really matters? Sports, recreation, pleasure, leisure, or eternal things? We gather together, we reprioritize, we exhort, and we encourage each other because the Day of Christ is drawing near [v.25]. What do I want more of in 2023? 1. Nearness to God - draw near" [v.22] - When you draw near to God, you always draw nearer to God’s people. 2. Perseverance - "hold fast" [v.23] - We’re to hold fast to our confession because its content is true, verified by the blood of Christ and poured out to us in the gift of the Holy Spirit. 3. Stirring one another up - "to love and good works" [v.24] - What Christ has done should change things INSIDE of us in profound ways. But it also changes things OUTSIDE of us. By avoiding the gathering of believers, your faith becomes malnourished and your assurance withers away because you're neglecting the things that really matter. The goal is not to be legalistic in church attendance, but to be consistent in our priorities. What really matters? Sports, recreation, pleasure, leisure, or eternal things? We gather together, we reprioritize, we exhort, and we encourage each other because the Day of Christ is drawing near [v.25]. What do I want more of in 2023? 1. Nearness to God - draw near" [v.22] - When you draw near to God, you always draw nearer to God’s people. 2. Perseverance - "hold fast" [v.23] - We’re to hold fast to our confession because its content is tru… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074293/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theyearofmorehebrews101925rodo/id/429931 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074293 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, New Year, more, closeness, spur, stir, love, good works, the Day of the Lord, Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-10:25 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 17:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “But when the fullness of time had come…” Christ was born at just the right time, according to the sovereign timing of God. Romans 5:6 says, “For while we were still weak, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly.” Christ was born in the fullness of time and Christ will return in the fullness of time. And at the Incarnation, God’s message of love was perfectly proclaimed. Jesus came that we might receive adoption as sons and daughters. You don’t earn adoption – you receive it. “But when the fullness of time had come…” Christ was born at just the right time, according to the sovereign timing of God. Romans 5:6 says, “For while we were still weak, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly.” Christ was born in the fullness of time and Christ will return in the fullness of time. And at the Incarnation, God’s message of love was perfectly proclaimed. Jesus came that we might receive adoption as sons and daughters. You don’t earn adoption – you receive it. “But when the fullness of time had come…” Christ was born at just the right time, according to the sovereign timing of God. Romans 5:6 says, “For while we were still weak, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly.” Christ was born in the fullne… Rod Ohmes 1596 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074298/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sentfromgodgalatians445rodohme/id/3911051.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074298 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Christmas, Advent, Galatians, timing, Incarnation, love, redemption, adoption, Scripture: Galatians 4:4-4:5, Series: Christmas 2022: Session Part#2 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 17:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “But when the fullness of time had come…” Christ was born at just the right time, according to the sovereign timing of God. Romans 5:6 says, “For while we were still weak, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly.” Christ was born in the fullness of time and Christ will return in the fullness of time. And at the Incarnation, God’s message of love was perfectly proclaimed. Jesus came that we might receive adoption as sons and daughters. You don’t earn adoption – you receive it. “But when the fullness of time had come…” Christ was born at just the right time, according to the sovereign timing of God. Romans 5:6 says, “For while we were still weak, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly.” Christ was born in the fullness of time and Christ will return in the fullness of time. And at the Incarnation, God’s message of love was perfectly proclaimed. Jesus came that we might receive adoption as sons and daughters. You don’t earn adoption – you receive it. “But when the fullness of time had come…” Christ was born at just the right time, according to the sovereign timing of God. Romans 5:6 says, “For while we were still weak, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly.” Christ was born in the fullne… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074298/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sentfromgodgalatians445rodohme/id/429932 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22074298 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Christmas, Advent, Galatians, timing, Incarnation, love, redemption, adoption, Scripture: Galatians 4:4-4:5, Series: Christmas 2022: Session Part#2 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 18:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In the darkness of Israel’s experience, Isaiah showcases the brilliance of hope. It helps illustrate the truth that hard and dark times reveal that our hope is often misplaced. If God still hears and still saves, why did Israel (and us) feel like He is so far away? Sin. God isn’t distant, but our sin makes it seem that way. We can't find hope by getting a new job or finding a new relationship or relocating - something needs to be fixed inside of us, not outside of us. When, by God’s grace, I see that I don’t have the power or ability to fix my situation, hopelessness actually becomes the pathway to real hope. When we abandon hope in all horizontal things, then true hope is born. In fact, the Christmas story is about hope coming to those who desperately need it. God saw that there wasn't anyone who could do what needed to be done, so He took action - He sent a Redeemer who would come to all those who turn from transgression (repent). This is how sinners are reconciled (redeemed, bought back) to a holy God. A Redeemer is the only alternative to God’s wrath, and He’s why we celebrate Christmas. In the darkness of Israel’s experience, Isaiah showcases the brilliance of hope. It helps illustrate the truth that hard and dark times reveal that our hope is often misplaced. If God still hears and still saves, why did Israel (and us) feel like He is so far away? Sin. God isn’t distant, but our sin makes it seem that way. We can't find hope by getting a new job or finding a new relationship or relocating - something needs to be fixed inside of us, not outside of us. When, by God’s grace, I see that I don’t have the power or ability to fix my situation, hopelessness actually becomes the pathway to real hope. When we abandon hope in all horizontal things, then true hope is born. In fact, the Christmas story is about hope coming to those who desperately need it. God saw that there wasn't anyone who could do what needed to be done, so He took action - He sent a Redeemer who would come to all those who turn from transgression (repent). This is how sinners are reconciled (redeemed, bought back) to a holy God. A Redeemer is the only alternative to God’s wrath, and He’s why we celebrate Christmas. In the darkness of Israel’s experience, Isaiah showcases the brilliance of hope. It helps illustrate the truth that hard and dark times reveal that our hope is often misplaced. If God still hears and still saves, why did Israel (and us) feel like He … Rod Ohmes 2285 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christmasishopeisaiah59rodohme/id/3900827.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063810 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Christmas, Advent, Isaiah, Redeemer, iniquity, separation, hope, Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-59:21, Series: Christmas 2022: Session Part#1 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 18:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In the darkness of Israel’s experience, Isaiah showcases the brilliance of hope. It helps illustrate the truth that hard and dark times reveal that our hope is often misplaced. If God still hears and still saves, why did Israel (and us) feel like He is so far away? Sin. God isn’t distant, but our sin makes it seem that way. We can't find hope by getting a new job or finding a new relationship or relocating - something needs to be fixed inside of us, not outside of us. When, by God’s grace, I see that I don’t have the power or ability to fix my situation, hopelessness actually becomes the pathway to real hope. When we abandon hope in all horizontal things, then true hope is born. In fact, the Christmas story is about hope coming to those who desperately need it. God saw that there wasn't anyone who could do what needed to be done, so He took action - He sent a Redeemer who would come to all those who turn from transgression (repent). This is how sinners are reconciled (redeemed, bought back) to a holy God. A Redeemer is the only alternative to God’s wrath, and He’s why we celebrate Christmas. In the darkness of Israel’s experience, Isaiah showcases the brilliance of hope. It helps illustrate the truth that hard and dark times reveal that our hope is often misplaced. If God still hears and still saves, why did Israel (and us) feel like He is so far away? Sin. God isn’t distant, but our sin makes it seem that way. We can't find hope by getting a new job or finding a new relationship or relocating - something needs to be fixed inside of us, not outside of us. When, by God’s grace, I see that I don’t have the power or ability to fix my situation, hopelessness actually becomes the pathway to real hope. When we abandon hope in all horizontal things, then true hope is born. In fact, the Christmas story is about hope coming to those who desperately need it. God saw that there wasn't anyone who could do what needed to be done, so He took action - He sent a Redeemer who would come to all those who turn from transgression (repent). This is how sinners are reconciled (redeemed, bought back) to a holy God. A Redeemer is the only alternative to God’s wrath, and He’s why we celebrate Christmas. In the darkness of Israel’s experience, Isaiah showcases the brilliance of hope. It helps illustrate the truth that hard and dark times reveal that our hope is often misplaced. If God still hears and still saves, why did Israel (and us) feel like He … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christmasishopeisaiah59rodohme/id/429265 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063810 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Christmas, Advent, Isaiah, Redeemer, iniquity, separation, hope, Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-59:21, Series: Christmas 2022: Session Part#1 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 18:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Some of Malachi’s very last words anticipated the return of the Lord Jesus in judgment. For every person, the Lord is either a refining fire or a consuming fire. “Pride is the root sin, but their evil deeds are the rotten fruit.” But to those who fear His name and gather to speak to one another about Him, the Lord’s judgment doesn’t fall as a consuming fire; it comes like the sun rises after the dark night. [v.4] is a call to look back and remember God’s revealed Word to His people. [v.5] is a call to look forward to God’s final victory. Every messenger of the Gospel (prophets, John the Baptist, Jesus, etc.) proclaims the same message of good news: Repent and believe the Gospel. Prepare for the great and awesome day of the Lord! Jesus is the “Sun of righteousness”. He is the “light of the world”. The question is: Has that light shone in your heart today? Some of Malachi’s very last words anticipated the return of the Lord Jesus in judgment. For every person, the Lord is either a refining fire or a consuming fire. “Pride is the root sin, but their evil deeds are the rotten fruit.” But to those who fear His name and gather to speak to one another about Him, the Lord’s judgment doesn’t fall as a consuming fire; it comes like the sun rises after the dark night. [v.4] is a call to look back and remember God’s revealed Word to His people. [v.5] is a call to look forward to God’s final victory. Every messenger of the Gospel (prophets, John the Baptist, Jesus, etc.) proclaims the same message of good news: Repent and believe the Gospel. Prepare for the great and awesome day of the Lord! Jesus is the “Sun of righteousness”. He is the “light of the world”. The question is: Has that light shone in your heart today? Some of Malachi’s very last words anticipated the return of the Lord Jesus in judgment. For every person, the Lord is either a refining fire or a consuming fire. “Pride is the root sin, but their evil deeds are the rotten fruit.” But to those who fea… Rod Ohmes 2495 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063802/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi416messageofmercy12422/id/3900817.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063802 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, mercy, grace, judgment, justice, righteousness, Scripture: Malachi 4:1-4:6, Series: Malachi: Session Part#10 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 18:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Some of Malachi’s very last words anticipated the return of the Lord Jesus in judgment. For every person, the Lord is either a refining fire or a consuming fire. “Pride is the root sin, but their evil deeds are the rotten fruit.” But to those who fear His name and gather to speak to one another about Him, the Lord’s judgment doesn’t fall as a consuming fire; it comes like the sun rises after the dark night. [v.4] is a call to look back and remember God’s revealed Word to His people. [v.5] is a call to look forward to God’s final victory. Every messenger of the Gospel (prophets, John the Baptist, Jesus, etc.) proclaims the same message of good news: Repent and believe the Gospel. Prepare for the great and awesome day of the Lord! Jesus is the “Sun of righteousness”. He is the “light of the world”. The question is: Has that light shone in your heart today? Some of Malachi’s very last words anticipated the return of the Lord Jesus in judgment. For every person, the Lord is either a refining fire or a consuming fire. “Pride is the root sin, but their evil deeds are the rotten fruit.” But to those who fear His name and gather to speak to one another about Him, the Lord’s judgment doesn’t fall as a consuming fire; it comes like the sun rises after the dark night. [v.4] is a call to look back and remember God’s revealed Word to His people. [v.5] is a call to look forward to God’s final victory. Every messenger of the Gospel (prophets, John the Baptist, Jesus, etc.) proclaims the same message of good news: Repent and believe the Gospel. Prepare for the great and awesome day of the Lord! Jesus is the “Sun of righteousness”. He is the “light of the world”. The question is: Has that light shone in your heart today? Some of Malachi’s very last words anticipated the return of the Lord Jesus in judgment. For every person, the Lord is either a refining fire or a consuming fire. “Pride is the root sin, but their evil deeds are the rotten fruit.” But to those who fea… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063802/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi416messageofmercy12422/id/429264 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22063802 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, mercy, grace, judgment, justice, righteousness, Scripture: Malachi 4:1-4:6, Series: Malachi: Session Part#10 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 20:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Some today are working hard to eliminate distinctions, but God through Malachi makes clear ones in v.13-18. Christians and churches are uniquely positioned by God in the culture to bridge the gap between truth and love. “Walking in mourning” means to live life in a posture of humility. It's indicative of a heart that's returned to the Lord and been changed by Him. The church meditates on the name of the Lord, His person and His character, and they get together to talk about Him! If we’re not exalting the greatness of God and speaking to one another about it, we’re not being the Church. Christian: you are God’s own treasured possession. Those who fear God need not fear His judgment because Christ has faced it for them. "As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him.” Psalm 130:13 Some today are working hard to eliminate distinctions, but God through Malachi makes clear ones in v.13-18. Christians and churches are uniquely positioned by God in the culture to bridge the gap between truth and love. “Walking in mourning” means to live life in a posture of humility. It's indicative of a heart that's returned to the Lord and been changed by Him. The church meditates on the name of the Lord, His person and His character, and they get together to talk about Him! If we’re not exalting the greatness of God and speaking to one another about it, we’re not being the Church. Christian: you are God’s own treasured possession. Those who fear God need not fear His judgment because Christ has faced it for them. "As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him.” Psalm 130:13 Some today are working hard to eliminate distinctions, but God through Malachi makes clear ones in v.13-18. Christians and churches are uniquely positioned by God in the culture to bridge the gap between truth and love. “Walking in mourning” means to l… Rod Ohmes 2471 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058352/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi31318distinctions112722/id/3895634.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058352 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, distinctions, rigtheous, wicked, serve the Lord, Scripture: Malachi 3:13-3:18, Series: Malachi: Session Part#9 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 20:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Some today are working hard to eliminate distinctions, but God through Malachi makes clear ones in v.13-18. Christians and churches are uniquely positioned by God in the culture to bridge the gap between truth and love. “Walking in mourning” means to live life in a posture of humility. It's indicative of a heart that's returned to the Lord and been changed by Him. The church meditates on the name of the Lord, His person and His character, and they get together to talk about Him! If we’re not exalting the greatness of God and speaking to one another about it, we’re not being the Church. Christian: you are God’s own treasured possession. Those who fear God need not fear His judgment because Christ has faced it for them. "As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him.” Psalm 130:13 Some today are working hard to eliminate distinctions, but God through Malachi makes clear ones in v.13-18. Christians and churches are uniquely positioned by God in the culture to bridge the gap between truth and love. “Walking in mourning” means to live life in a posture of humility. It's indicative of a heart that's returned to the Lord and been changed by Him. The church meditates on the name of the Lord, His person and His character, and they get together to talk about Him! If we’re not exalting the greatness of God and speaking to one another about it, we’re not being the Church. Christian: you are God’s own treasured possession. Those who fear God need not fear His judgment because Christ has faced it for them. "As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him.” Psalm 130:13 Some today are working hard to eliminate distinctions, but God through Malachi makes clear ones in v.13-18. Christians and churches are uniquely positioned by God in the culture to bridge the gap between truth and love. “Walking in mourning” means to l… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058352/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi31318distinctions112722/id/428931 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058352 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, distinctions, rigtheous, wicked, serve the Lord, Scripture: Malachi 3:13-3:18, Series: Malachi: Session Part#9 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 20:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God does not change (immutability). Knowing and following the Lord isn't only about outward actions, but our outward actions eventually reveal the true condition of our heart. God through Malachi reveals that the problem was with their hearts. This was the nevidenced by their carelessness in proper giving. God wants your heart, and how you spend your money shows if He has it or not. God blesses His people so that they will be a blessing. 1838 Princeton Seminary graduate Thomas Moore says, "We must come back to God if we would have God come back to us, for it is we who have changed, and not God; He is the same." Return to Me. God does not change (immutability). Knowing and following the Lord isn't only about outward actions, but our outward actions eventually reveal the true condition of our heart. God through Malachi reveals that the problem was with their hearts. This was the nevidenced by their carelessness in proper giving. God wants your heart, and how you spend your money shows if He has it or not. God blesses His people so that they will be a blessing. 1838 Princeton Seminary graduate Thomas Moore says, "We must come back to God if we would have God come back to us, for it is we who have changed, and not God; He is the same." Return to Me. God does not change (immutability). Knowing and following the Lord isn't only about outward actions, but our outward actions eventually reveal the true condition of our heart. God through Malachi reveals that the problem was with their hearts. This was… Rod Ohmes 2805 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058351/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi3612returntome112022/id/3895632.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058351 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, return, repentance, turn, kindness, love, Scripture: Malachi 3:6-3:12, Series: Malachi: Session Part#8 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 20:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God does not change (immutability). Knowing and following the Lord isn't only about outward actions, but our outward actions eventually reveal the true condition of our heart. God through Malachi reveals that the problem was with their hearts. This was the nevidenced by their carelessness in proper giving. God wants your heart, and how you spend your money shows if He has it or not. God blesses His people so that they will be a blessing. 1838 Princeton Seminary graduate Thomas Moore says, "We must come back to God if we would have God come back to us, for it is we who have changed, and not God; He is the same." Return to Me. God does not change (immutability). Knowing and following the Lord isn't only about outward actions, but our outward actions eventually reveal the true condition of our heart. God through Malachi reveals that the problem was with their hearts. This was the nevidenced by their carelessness in proper giving. God wants your heart, and how you spend your money shows if He has it or not. God blesses His people so that they will be a blessing. 1838 Princeton Seminary graduate Thomas Moore says, "We must come back to God if we would have God come back to us, for it is we who have changed, and not God; He is the same." Return to Me. God does not change (immutability). Knowing and following the Lord isn't only about outward actions, but our outward actions eventually reveal the true condition of our heart. God through Malachi reveals that the problem was with their hearts. This was… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058351/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi3612returntome112022/id/428930 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22058351 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, return, repentance, turn, kindness, love, Scripture: Malachi 3:6-3:12, Series: Malachi: Session Part#8 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 22:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus' first coming wasn’t to refine and judge, it was to redeem and give His life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:45). Who can endure? Who can stand? The reality is, standing before the searching scrutiny of the righteous Judge, no one will be able to maintain a successful defense of their actions. We demand that justice be served, until we’re the ones who are accused. According to the metaphors of a refiner and a fuller, the goal wasn’t to destroy, but to purify. The fuller would clean and whiten clothing with soap and stomping out the dirt. The refiner would heat up the metal to remove the impurities. God Himself sits over the fire, laboring and waiting, scraping the impurities away over and over, till His own face shines back at Him - our sanctification. Jesus' first coming wasn’t to refine and judge, it was to redeem and give His life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:45). Who can endure? Who can stand? The reality is, standing before the searching scrutiny of the righteous Judge, no one will be able to maintain a successful defense of their actions. We demand that justice be served, until we’re the ones who are accused. According to the metaphors of a refiner and a fuller, the goal wasn’t to destroy, but to purify. The fuller would clean and whiten clothing with soap and stomping out the dirt. The refiner would heat up the metal to remove the impurities. God Himself sits over the fire, laboring and waiting, scraping the impurities away over and over, till His own face shines back at Him - our sanctification. Jesus' first coming wasn’t to refine and judge, it was to redeem and give His life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:45). Who can endure? Who can stand? The reality is, standing before the searching scrutiny of the righteous Judge, no one will be able to … Rod Ohmes 1952 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22050727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi325whocanstand111322/id/3889800.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22050727 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, fuller, refiner, gold, silver, precious metals, sanctification, Scripture: Malachi 3:2-3:5, Series: Malachi: Session Part#7 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 22:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus' first coming wasn’t to refine and judge, it was to redeem and give His life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:45). Who can endure? Who can stand? The reality is, standing before the searching scrutiny of the righteous Judge, no one will be able to maintain a successful defense of their actions. We demand that justice be served, until we’re the ones who are accused. According to the metaphors of a refiner and a fuller, the goal wasn’t to destroy, but to purify. The fuller would clean and whiten clothing with soap and stomping out the dirt. The refiner would heat up the metal to remove the impurities. God Himself sits over the fire, laboring and waiting, scraping the impurities away over and over, till His own face shines back at Him - our sanctification. Jesus' first coming wasn’t to refine and judge, it was to redeem and give His life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:45). Who can endure? Who can stand? The reality is, standing before the searching scrutiny of the righteous Judge, no one will be able to maintain a successful defense of their actions. We demand that justice be served, until we’re the ones who are accused. According to the metaphors of a refiner and a fuller, the goal wasn’t to destroy, but to purify. The fuller would clean and whiten clothing with soap and stomping out the dirt. The refiner would heat up the metal to remove the impurities. God Himself sits over the fire, laboring and waiting, scraping the impurities away over and over, till His own face shines back at Him - our sanctification. Jesus' first coming wasn’t to refine and judge, it was to redeem and give His life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:45). Who can endure? Who can stand? The reality is, standing before the searching scrutiny of the righteous Judge, no one will be able to … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22050727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi325whocanstand111322/id/428443 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22050727 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, fear of the Lord, fuller, refiner, gold, silver, precious metals, sanctification, Scripture: Malachi 3:2-3:5, Series: Malachi: Session Part#7 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Israelites continue to resist the Lord's correction, even attacking the justice and holiness of God. But their desire wasn’t for truth, only to be justified in their wrong actions & attitudes. Malachi mentions two messengers: John the Baptist and the Messiah. Malachi mentions two Lords: Yahweh God (LORD) and the Messiah (Lord). “Behold, He is coming, says the LORD of hosts.” We hear an additional word today: “The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners...” (1 Timothy 1:15). The Israelites continue to resist the Lord's correction, even attacking the justice and holiness of God. But their desire wasn’t for truth, only to be justified in their wrong actions & attitudes. Malachi mentions two messengers: John the Baptist and the Messiah. Malachi mentions two Lords: Yahweh God (LORD) and the Messiah (Lord). “Behold, He is coming, says the LORD of hosts.” We hear an additional word today: “The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners...” (1 Timothy 1:15). The Israelites continue to resist the Lord's correction, even attacking the justice and holiness of God. But their desire wasn’t for truth, only to be justified in their wrong actions & attitudes. Malachi mentions two messengers: John the Baptist and… Rod Ohmes 2615 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22047712/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi21731messengersandlords/id/3888017.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22047712 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, messenger, lord, temple, Messiah, Messianic, covenant, Scripture: Malachi 2:17-3:1, Series: Malachi: Session Part#6 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Israelites continue to resist the Lord's correction, even attacking the justice and holiness of God. But their desire wasn’t for truth, only to be justified in their wrong actions & attitudes. Malachi mentions two messengers: John the Baptist and the Messiah. Malachi mentions two Lords: Yahweh God (LORD) and the Messiah (Lord). “Behold, He is coming, says the LORD of hosts.” We hear an additional word today: “The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners...” (1 Timothy 1:15). The Israelites continue to resist the Lord's correction, even attacking the justice and holiness of God. But their desire wasn’t for truth, only to be justified in their wrong actions & attitudes. Malachi mentions two messengers: John the Baptist and the Messiah. Malachi mentions two Lords: Yahweh God (LORD) and the Messiah (Lord). “Behold, He is coming, says the LORD of hosts.” We hear an additional word today: “The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners...” (1 Timothy 1:15). The Israelites continue to resist the Lord's correction, even attacking the justice and holiness of God. But their desire wasn’t for truth, only to be justified in their wrong actions & attitudes. Malachi mentions two messengers: John the Baptist and… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22047712/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi21731messengersandlords/id/428139 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22047712 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, messenger, lord, temple, Messiah, Messianic, covenant, Scripture: Malachi 2:17-3:1, Series: Malachi: Session Part#6 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The priests in Israel had fallen into an evil pattern of thinking & behavior. Malachi explained how they were not taking to heart the honor of God's name, and goes on to show the effects of such an evil pattern in family life. When the desires of the flesh outweigh our fear of the Lord, the result is always sin. Similarly, our issues with God inevitably become issues with each other. The marriage union should have been held in honor because God adds Himself into it, but the men an priests in Israel were abandoning, forsaking, and divorcing their wives to marry women who would lead them away from worshipping the One True God (which was explicitly against God's Law - see Ex.34, Deut. 7). - Be faithful in marriage. - Raise children as an expression of God’s faithful love. - Guard your hearts in relation to your spouse, because abandoning the truth regarding marriage & the home has dire & damaging results. The priests in Israel had fallen into an evil pattern of thinking & behavior. Malachi explained how they were not taking to heart the honor of God's name, and goes on to show the effects of such an evil pattern in family life. When the desires of the flesh outweigh our fear of the Lord, the result is always sin. Similarly, our issues with God inevitably become issues with each other. The marriage union should have been held in honor because God adds Himself into it, but the men an priests in Israel were abandoning, forsaking, and divorcing their wives to marry women who would lead them away from worshipping the One True God (which was explicitly against God's Law - see Ex.34, Deut. 7). - Be faithful in marriage. - Raise children as an expression of God’s faithful love. - Guard your hearts in relation to your spouse, because abandoning the truth regarding marriage & the home has dire & damaging results. The priests in Israel had fallen into an evil pattern of thinking & behavior. Malachi explained how they were not taking to heart the honor of God's name, and goes on to show the effects of such an evil pattern in family life. When the desires of the f… Rod Ohmes 2609 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22046514/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi21016brokenpromises1030/id/3883909.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22046514 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, leftover, worship, apathetic, priests, covenant, promises, marriage, husband, wife, broken, abandoned, Scripture: Malachi 2:10-2:16, Series: Malachi: Session Part#5 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The priests in Israel had fallen into an evil pattern of thinking & behavior. Malachi explained how they were not taking to heart the honor of God's name, and goes on to show the effects of such an evil pattern in family life. When the desires of the flesh outweigh our fear of the Lord, the result is always sin. Similarly, our issues with God inevitably become issues with each other. The marriage union should have been held in honor because God adds Himself into it, but the men an priests in Israel were abandoning, forsaking, and divorcing their wives to marry women who would lead them away from worshipping the One True God (which was explicitly against God's Law - see Ex.34, Deut. 7). - Be faithful in marriage. - Raise children as an expression of God’s faithful love. - Guard your hearts in relation to your spouse, because abandoning the truth regarding marriage & the home has dire & damaging results. The priests in Israel had fallen into an evil pattern of thinking & behavior. Malachi explained how they were not taking to heart the honor of God's name, and goes on to show the effects of such an evil pattern in family life. When the desires of the flesh outweigh our fear of the Lord, the result is always sin. Similarly, our issues with God inevitably become issues with each other. The marriage union should have been held in honor because God adds Himself into it, but the men an priests in Israel were abandoning, forsaking, and divorcing their wives to marry women who would lead them away from worshipping the One True God (which was explicitly against God's Law - see Ex.34, Deut. 7). - Be faithful in marriage. - Raise children as an expression of God’s faithful love. - Guard your hearts in relation to your spouse, because abandoning the truth regarding marriage & the home has dire & damaging results. The priests in Israel had fallen into an evil pattern of thinking & behavior. Malachi explained how they were not taking to heart the honor of God's name, and goes on to show the effects of such an evil pattern in family life. When the desires of the f… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22046514/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi21016brokenpromises1030/id/428055 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22046514 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, leftover, worship, apathetic, priests, covenant, promises, marriage, husband, wife, broken, abandoned, Scripture: Malachi 2:10-2:16, Series: Malachi: Session Part#5 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 02:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The priests had become deaf to the commands of God and their hearts had grown cold in recognizing His love for them. Their efforts in the priesthood had grown selfish and they were content to offer God the leftovers. An evil pattern of thinking & behavior has consequences. Malachi explains how they were not taking to heart the honor of His name, using Levi & the Levitical covenant as an example. The priests had become deaf to the commands of God and their hearts had grown cold in recognizing His love for them. Their efforts in the priesthood had grown selfish and they were content to offer God the leftovers. An evil pattern of thinking & behavior has consequences. Malachi explains how they were not taking to heart the honor of His name, using Levi & the Levitical covenant as an example. The priests had become deaf to the commands of God and their hearts had grown cold in recognizing His love for them. Their efforts in the priesthood had grown selfish and they were content to offer God the leftovers. An evil pattern of thinking & behav… Rod Ohmes 2501 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22041515/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi219takethistoheart10232/id/3883904.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22041515 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, leftover, worship, apathetic, priests, curse, blessing, Scripture: Malachi 2:1-2:9, Series: Malachi: Session Part#4 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 02:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The priests had become deaf to the commands of God and their hearts had grown cold in recognizing His love for them. Their efforts in the priesthood had grown selfish and they were content to offer God the leftovers. An evil pattern of thinking & behavior has consequences. Malachi explains how they were not taking to heart the honor of His name, using Levi & the Levitical covenant as an example. The priests had become deaf to the commands of God and their hearts had grown cold in recognizing His love for them. Their efforts in the priesthood had grown selfish and they were content to offer God the leftovers. An evil pattern of thinking & behavior has consequences. Malachi explains how they were not taking to heart the honor of His name, using Levi & the Levitical covenant as an example. The priests had become deaf to the commands of God and their hearts had grown cold in recognizing His love for them. Their efforts in the priesthood had grown selfish and they were content to offer God the leftovers. An evil pattern of thinking & behav… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22041515/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi219takethistoheart10232/id/427733 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22041515 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, leftover, worship, apathetic, priests, curse, blessing, Scripture: Malachi 2:1-2:9, Series: Malachi: Session Part#4 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 16:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The people of Israel had lost the sense of what real worship was and were content to not only go through the motions, but to give God less than what He deserved. They were offering Him careless & leftover worship, and Malachi was sent to call them out on it. We should take this to heart today because what we offer to God reveals what we think about Him. A day is coming when all people everywhere will recognize and respond with proper reverence to His great Name and worth. The people of Israel had lost the sense of what real worship was and were content to not only go through the motions, but to give God less than what He deserved. They were offering Him careless & leftover worship, and Malachi was sent to call them out on it. We should take this to heart today because what we offer to God reveals what we think about Him. A day is coming when all people everywhere will recognize and respond with proper reverence to His great Name and worth. The people of Israel had lost the sense of what real worship was and were content to not only go through the motions, but to give God less than what He deserved. They were offering Him careless & leftover worship, and Malachi was sent to call them out … Rod Ohmes 2487 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22040483/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi1614leftoverworship1016/id/3879039.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22040483 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, leftover, worship, apathetic, Scripture: Malachi 1:6-1:14, Series: Malachi: Session Part#3 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 16:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The people of Israel had lost the sense of what real worship was and were content to not only go through the motions, but to give God less than what He deserved. They were offering Him careless & leftover worship, and Malachi was sent to call them out on it. We should take this to heart today because what we offer to God reveals what we think about Him. A day is coming when all people everywhere will recognize and respond with proper reverence to His great Name and worth. The people of Israel had lost the sense of what real worship was and were content to not only go through the motions, but to give God less than what He deserved. They were offering Him careless & leftover worship, and Malachi was sent to call them out on it. We should take this to heart today because what we offer to God reveals what we think about Him. A day is coming when all people everywhere will recognize and respond with proper reverence to His great Name and worth. The people of Israel had lost the sense of what real worship was and were content to not only go through the motions, but to give God less than what He deserved. They were offering Him careless & leftover worship, and Malachi was sent to call them out … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22040483/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi1614leftoverworship1016/id/427732 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22040483 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, leftover, worship, apathetic, Scripture: Malachi 1:6-1:14, Series: Malachi: Session Part#3 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 16:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God's Word is a burden in the sense that if what He's saying is true, then everything changes. The burden of Malachi is communicating the unfailing love of God to His people. Make no mistake - it all starts with God (Detu. 7:6-8). God’s faithful love was declared ("I have loved you"), His love was doubted ("How have you loved us?"), and now His love is demonstrated through the nation of Israel and particularly through Edom ("Is not Jacob Esau's brother?") Malachi shows us a God whose goodness will make us tremble with reverent fear (1:6 & 14, 2:5, 3:5). God's Word is a burden in the sense that if what He's saying is true, then everything changes. The burden of Malachi is communicating the unfailing love of God to His people. Make no mistake - it all starts with God (Detu. 7:6-8). God’s faithful love was declared ("I have loved you"), His love was doubted ("How have you loved us?"), and now His love is demonstrated through the nation of Israel and particularly through Edom ("Is not Jacob Esau's brother?") Malachi shows us a God whose goodness will make us tremble with reverent fear (1:6 & 14, 2:5, 3:5). God's Word is a burden in the sense that if what He's saying is true, then everything changes. The burden of Malachi is communicating the unfailing love of God to His people. Make no mistake - it all starts with God (Detu. 7:6-8). God’s faithful love… Rod Ohmes 2655 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037227/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachi115unfailinglove10922/id/3877696.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037227 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, unfailing love, reverent fear, Scripture: Malachi 1:1-1:5, Series: Malachi: Session Part#2 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 16:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God's Word is a burden in the sense that if what He's saying is true, then everything changes. The burden of Malachi is communicating the unfailing love of God to His people. Make no mistake - it all starts with God (Detu. 7:6-8). God’s faithful love was declared ("I have loved you"), His love was doubted ("How have you loved us?"), and now His love is demonstrated through the nation of Israel and particularly through Edom ("Is not Jacob Esau's brother?") Malachi shows us a God whose goodness will make us tremble with reverent fear (1:6 & 14, 2:5, 3:5). God's Word is a burden in the sense that if what He's saying is true, then everything changes. The burden of Malachi is communicating the unfailing love of God to His people. Make no mistake - it all starts with God (Detu. 7:6-8). God’s faithful love was declared ("I have loved you"), His love was doubted ("How have you loved us?"), and now His love is demonstrated through the nation of Israel and particularly through Edom ("Is not Jacob Esau's brother?") Malachi shows us a God whose goodness will make us tremble with reverent fear (1:6 & 14, 2:5, 3:5). God's Word is a burden in the sense that if what He's saying is true, then everything changes. The burden of Malachi is communicating the unfailing love of God to His people. Make no mistake - it all starts with God (Detu. 7:6-8). God’s faithful love… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037227/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachi115unfailinglove10922/id/427621 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037227 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, unfailing love, reverent fear, Scripture: Malachi 1:1-1:5, Series: Malachi: Session Part#2 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 16:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes An introduction to the book of Malachi, revealing Israel's apathy toward the things of God and their religious formality. Malachi’s overall warning is this: stop going through the motions in the Christian life. An introduction to the book of Malachi, revealing Israel's apathy toward the things of God and their religious formality. Malachi’s overall warning is this: stop going through the motions in the Christian life. An introduction to the book of Malachi, revealing Israel's apathy toward the things of God and their religious formality. Malachi’s overall warning is this: stop going through the motions in the Christian life.… Rod Ohmes 2062 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037221/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_malachiintroduction10222/id/3875645.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037221 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, Scripture: Malachi 1:1-1:1, Series: Malachi: Session Part#1 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 16:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes An introduction to the book of Malachi, revealing Israel's apathy toward the things of God and their religious formality. Malachi’s overall warning is this: stop going through the motions in the Christian life. An introduction to the book of Malachi, revealing Israel's apathy toward the things of God and their religious formality. Malachi’s overall warning is this: stop going through the motions in the Christian life. An introduction to the book of Malachi, revealing Israel's apathy toward the things of God and their religious formality. Malachi’s overall warning is this: stop going through the motions in the Christian life.… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037221/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_malachiintroduction10222/id/427480 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037221 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Malachi, Scripture: Malachi 1:1-1:1, Series: Malachi: Session Part#1 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 16:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter uses his teaching about false teachers and the second coming as a springboard for further instructions on how to live properly. So his goal remains consistent – tell Christians how to live properly for the glory of Jesus Christ. "Take care" - Christians need to be intentionally watchful about what and who they listen to, because it can have serious effects in their lives. We’ve been told to be diligent to be found at peace, but peace and stability can never come from twisting the Scriptures. If you aren’t growing in the grace & knowledge of Jesus Christ, you’ll be unstable. to persevere as a Christian, we must guard ourselves from spiritual error and grow in the grace and knowledge of Him. As often as you consider His patience and grace toward you, give Him glory. Peter uses his teaching about false teachers and the second coming as a springboard for further instructions on how to live properly. So his goal remains consistent – tell Christians how to live properly for the glory of Jesus Christ. "Take care" - Christians need to be intentionally watchful about what and who they listen to, because it can have serious effects in their lives. We’ve been told to be diligent to be found at peace, but peace and stability can never come from twisting the Scriptures. If you aren’t growing in the grace & knowledge of Jesus Christ, you’ll be unstable. to persevere as a Christian, we must guard ourselves from spiritual error and grow in the grace and knowledge of Him. As often as you consider His patience and grace toward you, give Him glory. Peter uses his teaching about false teachers and the second coming as a springboard for further instructions on how to live properly. So his goal remains consistent – tell Christians how to live properly for the glory of Jesus Christ. "Take care" - Ch… Rod Ohmes 2148 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037217/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_guardgrowglorify2peter31718rod/id/3874864.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037217 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, guard, grow, glorify, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:17-3:18, Series: Letters from Peter Part#36 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 16:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter uses his teaching about false teachers and the second coming as a springboard for further instructions on how to live properly. So his goal remains consistent – tell Christians how to live properly for the glory of Jesus Christ. "Take care" - Christians need to be intentionally watchful about what and who they listen to, because it can have serious effects in their lives. We’ve been told to be diligent to be found at peace, but peace and stability can never come from twisting the Scriptures. If you aren’t growing in the grace & knowledge of Jesus Christ, you’ll be unstable. to persevere as a Christian, we must guard ourselves from spiritual error and grow in the grace and knowledge of Him. As often as you consider His patience and grace toward you, give Him glory. Peter uses his teaching about false teachers and the second coming as a springboard for further instructions on how to live properly. So his goal remains consistent – tell Christians how to live properly for the glory of Jesus Christ. "Take care" - Christians need to be intentionally watchful about what and who they listen to, because it can have serious effects in their lives. We’ve been told to be diligent to be found at peace, but peace and stability can never come from twisting the Scriptures. If you aren’t growing in the grace & knowledge of Jesus Christ, you’ll be unstable. to persevere as a Christian, we must guard ourselves from spiritual error and grow in the grace and knowledge of Him. As often as you consider His patience and grace toward you, give Him glory. Peter uses his teaching about false teachers and the second coming as a springboard for further instructions on how to live properly. So his goal remains consistent – tell Christians how to live properly for the glory of Jesus Christ. "Take care" - Ch… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037217/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_guardgrowglorify2peter31718rod/id/427406 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22037217 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, guard, grow, glorify, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:17-3:18, Series: Letters from Peter Part#36 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 17:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Since you are looking forward to this” - Peter expects that Christians eagerly anticipate Christ’s immanent return. We won't worry or be disappointed on that day, because God's good and sovereign will will be done. Whether He judges or whether He has mercy, God remains good and sovereign because it is His nature. "Be diligent" doesn't mean "Work really hard for God to love you". Any diligence in the Christian life is motivated and fueled by Christ’s righteousness. Similarly, the only way to truly be found “at peace” on the day of the Lord is to trust and rest now in the already finished atoning work of Christ. Romans 2:3-5 shows that Peter and Paul agree – the kindness and patience of God are meant to lead people to repentance. Christian - as you recognize the kindness and patience of the Lord more and more in your life, you will be more and more motivated to live lives of active holiness while you wait. “Since you are looking forward to this” - Peter expects that Christians eagerly anticipate Christ’s immanent return. We won't worry or be disappointed on that day, because God's good and sovereign will will be done. Whether He judges or whether He has mercy, God remains good and sovereign because it is His nature. "Be diligent" doesn't mean "Work really hard for God to love you". Any diligence in the Christian life is motivated and fueled by Christ’s righteousness. Similarly, the only way to truly be found “at peace” on the day of the Lord is to trust and rest now in the already finished atoning work of Christ. Romans 2:3-5 shows that Peter and Paul agree – the kindness and patience of God are meant to lead people to repentance. Christian - as you recognize the kindness and patience of the Lord more and more in your life, you will be more and more motivated to live lives of active holiness while you wait. “Since you are looking forward to this” - Peter expects that Christians eagerly anticipate Christ’s immanent return. We won't worry or be disappointed on that day, because God's good and sovereign will will be done. Whether He judges or whether He has … Rod Ohmes 1961 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027813/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bediligentandcount2peter31416r/id/3865724.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027813 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, patience, return, second coming, holiness, godliness, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14-3:16, Series: Letters from Peter Part#35 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 17:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Since you are looking forward to this” - Peter expects that Christians eagerly anticipate Christ’s immanent return. We won't worry or be disappointed on that day, because God's good and sovereign will will be done. Whether He judges or whether He has mercy, God remains good and sovereign because it is His nature. "Be diligent" doesn't mean "Work really hard for God to love you". Any diligence in the Christian life is motivated and fueled by Christ’s righteousness. Similarly, the only way to truly be found “at peace” on the day of the Lord is to trust and rest now in the already finished atoning work of Christ. Romans 2:3-5 shows that Peter and Paul agree – the kindness and patience of God are meant to lead people to repentance. Christian - as you recognize the kindness and patience of the Lord more and more in your life, you will be more and more motivated to live lives of active holiness while you wait. “Since you are looking forward to this” - Peter expects that Christians eagerly anticipate Christ’s immanent return. We won't worry or be disappointed on that day, because God's good and sovereign will will be done. Whether He judges or whether He has mercy, God remains good and sovereign because it is His nature. "Be diligent" doesn't mean "Work really hard for God to love you". Any diligence in the Christian life is motivated and fueled by Christ’s righteousness. Similarly, the only way to truly be found “at peace” on the day of the Lord is to trust and rest now in the already finished atoning work of Christ. Romans 2:3-5 shows that Peter and Paul agree – the kindness and patience of God are meant to lead people to repentance. Christian - as you recognize the kindness and patience of the Lord more and more in your life, you will be more and more motivated to live lives of active holiness while you wait. “Since you are looking forward to this” - Peter expects that Christians eagerly anticipate Christ’s immanent return. We won't worry or be disappointed on that day, because God's good and sovereign will will be done. Whether He judges or whether He has … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027813/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_bediligentandcount2peter31416r/id/426781 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027813 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, patience, return, second coming, holiness, godliness, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14-3:16, Series: Letters from Peter Part#35 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:48:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In His divine patience, God’s mercy and love are on full display, and the offer of the Gospel goes out to all, and all who respond by faith will be saved (whosoever believes). The day of the Lord is coming quickly, so it matters how you live now. ESV Study Bible note – “The second coming should be motivation to live a holy life.” Because it will happen when you least expect it, spend your time living properly in eager expectation of Christ’s coming. In His divine patience, God’s mercy and love are on full display, and the offer of the Gospel goes out to all, and all who respond by faith will be saved (whosoever believes). The day of the Lord is coming quickly, so it matters how you live now. ESV Study Bible note – “The second coming should be motivation to live a holy life.” Because it will happen when you least expect it, spend your time living properly in eager expectation of Christ’s coming. In His divine patience, God’s mercy and love are on full display, and the offer of the Gospel goes out to all, and all who respond by faith will be saved (whosoever believes). The day of the Lord is coming quickly, so it matters how you live now. ESV… Rod Ohmes 2305 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027752/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatsortofpeopleoughtyoube2pet/id/3865714.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027752 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, patience, return, second coming, holiness, godliness, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-3:13, Series: Letters from Peter Part#34 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:48:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In His divine patience, God’s mercy and love are on full display, and the offer of the Gospel goes out to all, and all who respond by faith will be saved (whosoever believes). The day of the Lord is coming quickly, so it matters how you live now. ESV Study Bible note – “The second coming should be motivation to live a holy life.” Because it will happen when you least expect it, spend your time living properly in eager expectation of Christ’s coming. In His divine patience, God’s mercy and love are on full display, and the offer of the Gospel goes out to all, and all who respond by faith will be saved (whosoever believes). The day of the Lord is coming quickly, so it matters how you live now. ESV Study Bible note – “The second coming should be motivation to live a holy life.” Because it will happen when you least expect it, spend your time living properly in eager expectation of Christ’s coming. In His divine patience, God’s mercy and love are on full display, and the offer of the Gospel goes out to all, and all who respond by faith will be saved (whosoever believes). The day of the Lord is coming quickly, so it matters how you live now. ESV… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027752/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatsortofpeopleoughtyoube2pet/id/426777 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027752 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, patience, return, second coming, holiness, godliness, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-3:13, Series: Letters from Peter Part#34 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 16:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes To the Lord, a thousand years is but a day because He experiences time very differently than we do. Peter points out the differences in our experience of time compared to God’s & says, "Remember God’s promise-keeping abilities." God’s promises are not like man’s promises because God is not bound by time the way that human beings are. Therefore, God’s promises cannot be viewed through the lens of human time. Why has God has waited so long for the second coming? Peter’s answer – to showcase God’s patience and mercy. It may seem like we’re having to wait for a really long time, but from God’s perspective, it’s just a nanosecond in eternity. But don’t mistake His patience for indifference – the end will come with fire [v.7], and the destruction of the ungodly is sure. God’s patience and mercy continue to extend to everything & everyone in creation until those whom He is calling respond in faith, at which point Christ will return. To the Lord, a thousand years is but a day because He experiences time very differently than we do. Peter points out the differences in our experience of time compared to God’s & says, "Remember God’s promise-keeping abilities." God’s promises are not like man’s promises because God is not bound by time the way that human beings are. Therefore, God’s promises cannot be viewed through the lens of human time. Why has God has waited so long for the second coming? Peter’s answer – to showcase God’s patience and mercy. It may seem like we’re having to wait for a really long time, but from God’s perspective, it’s just a nanosecond in eternity. But don’t mistake His patience for indifference – the end will come with fire [v.7], and the destruction of the ungodly is sure. God’s patience and mercy continue to extend to everything & everyone in creation until those whom He is calling respond in faith, at which point Christ will return. To the Lord, a thousand years is but a day because He experiences time very differently than we do. Peter points out the differences in our experience of time compared to God’s & says, "Remember God’s promise-keeping abilities." God’s promises are not … Rod Ohmes 2483 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027773/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontoverlookthefacts2peter389r/id/3865695.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027773 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, creation, eternal, time, thousand years, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-3:9, Series: Letters from Peter Part#33 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 16:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes To the Lord, a thousand years is but a day because He experiences time very differently than we do. Peter points out the differences in our experience of time compared to God’s & says, "Remember God’s promise-keeping abilities." God’s promises are not like man’s promises because God is not bound by time the way that human beings are. Therefore, God’s promises cannot be viewed through the lens of human time. Why has God has waited so long for the second coming? Peter’s answer – to showcase God’s patience and mercy. It may seem like we’re having to wait for a really long time, but from God’s perspective, it’s just a nanosecond in eternity. But don’t mistake His patience for indifference – the end will come with fire [v.7], and the destruction of the ungodly is sure. God’s patience and mercy continue to extend to everything & everyone in creation until those whom He is calling respond in faith, at which point Christ will return. To the Lord, a thousand years is but a day because He experiences time very differently than we do. Peter points out the differences in our experience of time compared to God’s & says, "Remember God’s promise-keeping abilities." God’s promises are not like man’s promises because God is not bound by time the way that human beings are. Therefore, God’s promises cannot be viewed through the lens of human time. Why has God has waited so long for the second coming? Peter’s answer – to showcase God’s patience and mercy. It may seem like we’re having to wait for a really long time, but from God’s perspective, it’s just a nanosecond in eternity. But don’t mistake His patience for indifference – the end will come with fire [v.7], and the destruction of the ungodly is sure. God’s patience and mercy continue to extend to everything & everyone in creation until those whom He is calling respond in faith, at which point Christ will return. To the Lord, a thousand years is but a day because He experiences time very differently than we do. Peter points out the differences in our experience of time compared to God’s & says, "Remember God’s promise-keeping abilities." God’s promises are not … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027773/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_dontoverlookthefacts2peter389r/id/426772 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22027773 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, creation, eternal, time, thousand years, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-3:9, Series: Letters from Peter Part#33 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter has been warning Christians of false teachers, assuring Christians of two big things: 1. The Scriptures are not the ideas and feelings of men, but the words of God. 2. People will try to twist those Scriptures to serve themselves & drag others with them. Peter’s saying that he wants to remind Christians of this truth: Jesus is coming back. False teachers and scoffers claim that nothing has changed, so Peter offers three examples of God intervening in world history: 1. God’s authorship in creation. 2. God’s judgment in the worldwide flood. 3. God’s coming judgment on the ungodly. The scoffers ask, “Where is the promise?” It’s found in Jesus. It IS Jesus. If Jesus is who He said He is, and if He’s done what He’s said He’s done, then you can know for certain that He'll do what He said He’ll do. Peter has been warning Christians of false teachers, assuring Christians of two big things: 1. The Scriptures are not the ideas and feelings of men, but the words of God. 2. People will try to twist those Scriptures to serve themselves & drag others with them. Peter’s saying that he wants to remind Christians of this truth: Jesus is coming back. False teachers and scoffers claim that nothing has changed, so Peter offers three examples of God intervening in world history: 1. God’s authorship in creation. 2. God’s judgment in the worldwide flood. 3. God’s coming judgment on the ungodly. The scoffers ask, “Where is the promise?” It’s found in Jesus. It IS Jesus. If Jesus is who He said He is, and if He’s done what He’s said He’s done, then you can know for certain that He'll do what He said He’ll do. Peter has been warning Christians of false teachers, assuring Christians of two big things: 1. The Scriptures are not the ideas and feelings of men, but the words of God. 2. People will try to twist those Scriptures to serve themselves & drag others wi… Rod Ohmes 1911 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019223/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whereisthepromise2peter317rodo/id/3857420.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019223 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-3:7, Series: Letters from Peter Part#32 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter has been warning Christians of false teachers, assuring Christians of two big things: 1. The Scriptures are not the ideas and feelings of men, but the words of God. 2. People will try to twist those Scriptures to serve themselves & drag others with them. Peter’s saying that he wants to remind Christians of this truth: Jesus is coming back. False teachers and scoffers claim that nothing has changed, so Peter offers three examples of God intervening in world history: 1. God’s authorship in creation. 2. God’s judgment in the worldwide flood. 3. God’s coming judgment on the ungodly. The scoffers ask, “Where is the promise?” It’s found in Jesus. It IS Jesus. If Jesus is who He said He is, and if He’s done what He’s said He’s done, then you can know for certain that He'll do what He said He’ll do. Peter has been warning Christians of false teachers, assuring Christians of two big things: 1. The Scriptures are not the ideas and feelings of men, but the words of God. 2. People will try to twist those Scriptures to serve themselves & drag others with them. Peter’s saying that he wants to remind Christians of this truth: Jesus is coming back. False teachers and scoffers claim that nothing has changed, so Peter offers three examples of God intervening in world history: 1. God’s authorship in creation. 2. God’s judgment in the worldwide flood. 3. God’s coming judgment on the ungodly. The scoffers ask, “Where is the promise?” It’s found in Jesus. It IS Jesus. If Jesus is who He said He is, and if He’s done what He’s said He’s done, then you can know for certain that He'll do what He said He’ll do. Peter has been warning Christians of false teachers, assuring Christians of two big things: 1. The Scriptures are not the ideas and feelings of men, but the words of God. 2. People will try to twist those Scriptures to serve themselves & drag others wi… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019223/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whereisthepromise2peter317rodo/id/426131 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019223 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-3:7, Series: Letters from Peter Part#32 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 19:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The prosperity gospel is based on the lie that you can get everything you want in this world by following God and having enough faith. Can you imagine a martyr’s response to this teaching?! A False teacher's allure isn’t actual truth, but what might be gained by exploiting the truth. They advertise freedom, but deliver further bondage. True freedom isn’t found in the stuff Jesus can give us, but in Jesus Himself. Freedom in Christ is really at the heart of the Gospel message, but it’s not a call to give free reign to the “passions of the flesh”. [v.18] In the end of [v.20-22] Peter says that to know the truth and to be changed by the truth is to endure. If you have heard the truth of the Gospel, the expectation is true belief, true repentance, and enduring till the end. A Christian’s nature has been fundamentally changed by Jesus, and He will finish what He’s started. The prosperity gospel is based on the lie that you can get everything you want in this world by following God and having enough faith. Can you imagine a martyr’s response to this teaching?! A False teacher's allure isn’t actual truth, but what might be gained by exploiting the truth. They advertise freedom, but deliver further bondage. True freedom isn’t found in the stuff Jesus can give us, but in Jesus Himself. Freedom in Christ is really at the heart of the Gospel message, but it’s not a call to give free reign to the “passions of the flesh”. [v.18] In the end of [v.20-22] Peter says that to know the truth and to be changed by the truth is to endure. If you have heard the truth of the Gospel, the expectation is true belief, true repentance, and enduring till the end. A Christian’s nature has been fundamentally changed by Jesus, and He will finish what He’s started. The prosperity gospel is based on the lie that you can get everything you want in this world by following God and having enough faith. Can you imagine a martyr’s response to this teaching?! A False teacher's allure isn’t actual truth, but what might be… Rod Ohmes 2306 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetruthaboutfalseteacherspart/id/3857410.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019220 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 2:18-2:22, Series: Letters from Peter Part#31 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 19:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The prosperity gospel is based on the lie that you can get everything you want in this world by following God and having enough faith. Can you imagine a martyr’s response to this teaching?! A False teacher's allure isn’t actual truth, but what might be gained by exploiting the truth. They advertise freedom, but deliver further bondage. True freedom isn’t found in the stuff Jesus can give us, but in Jesus Himself. Freedom in Christ is really at the heart of the Gospel message, but it’s not a call to give free reign to the “passions of the flesh”. [v.18] In the end of [v.20-22] Peter says that to know the truth and to be changed by the truth is to endure. If you have heard the truth of the Gospel, the expectation is true belief, true repentance, and enduring till the end. A Christian’s nature has been fundamentally changed by Jesus, and He will finish what He’s started. The prosperity gospel is based on the lie that you can get everything you want in this world by following God and having enough faith. Can you imagine a martyr’s response to this teaching?! A False teacher's allure isn’t actual truth, but what might be gained by exploiting the truth. They advertise freedom, but deliver further bondage. True freedom isn’t found in the stuff Jesus can give us, but in Jesus Himself. Freedom in Christ is really at the heart of the Gospel message, but it’s not a call to give free reign to the “passions of the flesh”. [v.18] In the end of [v.20-22] Peter says that to know the truth and to be changed by the truth is to endure. If you have heard the truth of the Gospel, the expectation is true belief, true repentance, and enduring till the end. A Christian’s nature has been fundamentally changed by Jesus, and He will finish what He’s started. The prosperity gospel is based on the lie that you can get everything you want in this world by following God and having enough faith. Can you imagine a martyr’s response to this teaching?! A False teacher's allure isn’t actual truth, but what might be… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetruthaboutfalseteacherspart/id/426128 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019220 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 2:18-2:22, Series: Letters from Peter Part#31 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 19:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Bible teaches that there is objective truth to believe in & hold on to (John 17:17, Psalm 119:160). Scripture is the truth for everyone and it all points to Jesus. False doctrine leads people into all sorts of wrong beliefs. Lifestyle flows from the truth you believe. "Wages" are what you earn from your actions. Applied to what Peter is saying, no one will be able to stand before God when they die and claim unfairness. Because of Christ, when the Father looks at a redeemed sinner (a Christian) He sees His Son, without spot or blemish. Peter uses the example of Balaam and his talking donnkey to illustrate that it’s madness to live as if God and truth don’t exist. What you believe about God directs your life. God’s Word is sufficient to direct every area of your life. The Bible teaches that there is objective truth to believe in & hold on to (John 17:17, Psalm 119:160). Scripture is the truth for everyone and it all points to Jesus. False doctrine leads people into all sorts of wrong beliefs. Lifestyle flows from the truth you believe. "Wages" are what you earn from your actions. Applied to what Peter is saying, no one will be able to stand before God when they die and claim unfairness. Because of Christ, when the Father looks at a redeemed sinner (a Christian) He sees His Son, without spot or blemish. Peter uses the example of Balaam and his talking donnkey to illustrate that it’s madness to live as if God and truth don’t exist. What you believe about God directs your life. God’s Word is sufficient to direct every area of your life. The Bible teaches that there is objective truth to believe in & hold on to (John 17:17, Psalm 119:160). Scripture is the truth for everyone and it all points to Jesus. False doctrine leads people into all sorts of wrong beliefs. Lifestyle flows from … Rod Ohmes 3114 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019212/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetruthaboutfalseteacherspart/id/3857408.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019212 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 2:10-2:17, Series: Letters from Peter Part#30 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 19:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Bible teaches that there is objective truth to believe in & hold on to (John 17:17, Psalm 119:160). Scripture is the truth for everyone and it all points to Jesus. False doctrine leads people into all sorts of wrong beliefs. Lifestyle flows from the truth you believe. "Wages" are what you earn from your actions. Applied to what Peter is saying, no one will be able to stand before God when they die and claim unfairness. Because of Christ, when the Father looks at a redeemed sinner (a Christian) He sees His Son, without spot or blemish. Peter uses the example of Balaam and his talking donnkey to illustrate that it’s madness to live as if God and truth don’t exist. What you believe about God directs your life. God’s Word is sufficient to direct every area of your life. The Bible teaches that there is objective truth to believe in & hold on to (John 17:17, Psalm 119:160). Scripture is the truth for everyone and it all points to Jesus. False doctrine leads people into all sorts of wrong beliefs. Lifestyle flows from the truth you believe. "Wages" are what you earn from your actions. Applied to what Peter is saying, no one will be able to stand before God when they die and claim unfairness. Because of Christ, when the Father looks at a redeemed sinner (a Christian) He sees His Son, without spot or blemish. Peter uses the example of Balaam and his talking donnkey to illustrate that it’s madness to live as if God and truth don’t exist. What you believe about God directs your life. God’s Word is sufficient to direct every area of your life. The Bible teaches that there is objective truth to believe in & hold on to (John 17:17, Psalm 119:160). Scripture is the truth for everyone and it all points to Jesus. False doctrine leads people into all sorts of wrong beliefs. Lifestyle flows from … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019212/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetruthaboutfalseteacherspart/id/426126 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22019212 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 2:10-2:17, Series: Letters from Peter Part#30 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 15:55:00 +0000 John David Guest speaker John David preaches through 2 Timothy 4:1-8, explaining how to spot false teachers and real truth in the process. Guest speaker John David preaches through 2 Timothy 4:1-8, explaining how to spot false teachers and real truth in the process. Guest speaker John David preaches through 2 Timothy 4:1-8, explaining how to spot false teachers and real truth in the process.… John David 2784 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22010778/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_spottingtruth2timothy418ohndav/id/3849278.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22010778 John David, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Paul, Timothy, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-4:8, Series: Letters from Peter Part#29 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 15:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The words of Scripture are not the mere words of men, they are the words of God. And they matter, truth matters - doctrine matters. Christians are called to love people, but not by compromising truth. Christians are also called to unity in the body, but not by compromising truth. Without the truth of Scripture, love and unity are hollow goals that do not accomplish what God intends. Sound doctrine actually unites the church under the authority of God. The church needs under-shepherds who will not lull the people of God toward laziness (like the leaders in Jeremiah's day - Jer. 23), but who stir the, up toward godliness and action. Peter uses three OT examples of what happens when lies are believed instead of truth, and reminds us of the Rescuer who has come to seek and to save the lost. The words of Scripture are not the mere words of men, they are the words of God. And they matter, truth matters - doctrine matters. Christians are called to love people, but not by compromising truth. Christians are also called to unity in the body, but not by compromising truth. Without the truth of Scripture, love and unity are hollow goals that do not accomplish what God intends. Sound doctrine actually unites the church under the authority of God. The church needs under-shepherds who will not lull the people of God toward laziness (like the leaders in Jeremiah's day - Jer. 23), but who stir the, up toward godliness and action. Peter uses three OT examples of what happens when lies are believed instead of truth, and reminds us of the Rescuer who has come to seek and to save the lost. The words of Scripture are not the mere words of men, they are the words of God. And they matter, truth matters - doctrine matters. Christians are called to love people, but not by compromising truth. Christians are also called to unity in the body, bu… Rod Ohmes 2801 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22010770/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelordknows2peter2110arodohme/id/3849275.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22010770 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-2:10, Series: Letters from Peter Part#28 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 15:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The words of Scripture are not the mere words of men, they are the words of God. And they matter, truth matters - doctrine matters. Christians are called to love people, but not by compromising truth. Christians are also called to unity in the body, but not by compromising truth. Without the truth of Scripture, love and unity are hollow goals that do not accomplish what God intends. Sound doctrine actually unites the church under the authority of God. The church needs under-shepherds who will not lull the people of God toward laziness (like the leaders in Jeremiah's day - Jer. 23), but who stir the, up toward godliness and action. Peter uses three OT examples of what happens when lies are believed instead of truth, and reminds us of the Rescuer who has come to seek and to save the lost. The words of Scripture are not the mere words of men, they are the words of God. And they matter, truth matters - doctrine matters. Christians are called to love people, but not by compromising truth. Christians are also called to unity in the body, but not by compromising truth. Without the truth of Scripture, love and unity are hollow goals that do not accomplish what God intends. Sound doctrine actually unites the church under the authority of God. The church needs under-shepherds who will not lull the people of God toward laziness (like the leaders in Jeremiah's day - Jer. 23), but who stir the, up toward godliness and action. Peter uses three OT examples of what happens when lies are believed instead of truth, and reminds us of the Rescuer who has come to seek and to save the lost. The words of Scripture are not the mere words of men, they are the words of God. And they matter, truth matters - doctrine matters. Christians are called to love people, but not by compromising truth. Christians are also called to unity in the body, bu… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22010770/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thelordknows2peter2110arodohme/id/425495 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22010770 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, truth, sound doctrine, false teachers, heresy, Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-2:10, Series: Letters from Peter Part#28 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 15:30:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter says the truth he and other biblilcal authors have given weren’t cleverly designed fables, legends, or untrue stories – it was truth. When Moses saw the glory of God from the cleft of the rock in Exodus 33 & 34, it was reflected in his appearance for a while. The glory revealed through his face was a reflection of the majesty and glory of God. But when Peter saw Jesus transfigured, the glory shining from Jesus wasn’t being reflected – it was glory bursting from within. What Peter & James & John heard and saw on that mountain confirmed what the prophets had been saying all along. If we say we love God and believe His Word, then we can’t believe and live as though that Word means whatever we want. We don’t need to twist Scripture to be happy. Real joy, real peace, real freedom comes from hearing and believing what God says plainly in His Word and letting it shape our lives. Peter says the truth he and other biblilcal authors have given weren’t cleverly designed fables, legends, or untrue stories – it was truth. When Moses saw the glory of God from the cleft of the rock in Exodus 33 & 34, it was reflected in his appearance for a while. The glory revealed through his face was a reflection of the majesty and glory of God. But when Peter saw Jesus transfigured, the glory shining from Jesus wasn’t being reflected – it was glory bursting from within. What Peter & James & John heard and saw on that mountain confirmed what the prophets had been saying all along. If we say we love God and believe His Word, then we can’t believe and live as though that Word means whatever we want. We don’t need to twist Scripture to be happy. Real joy, real peace, real freedom comes from hearing and believing what God says plainly in His Word and letting it shape our lives. Peter says the truth he and other biblilcal authors have given weren’t cleverly designed fables, legends, or untrue stories – it was truth. When Moses saw the glory of God from the cleft of the rock in Exodus 33 & 34, it was reflected in his appearan… Rod Ohmes 2220 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22005283/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_alampshining2peter11621rodohme/id/3843951.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22005283 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, lamp, second coming, prophets, interpretation, Word, whim, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-1:21, Series: Letters from Peter Part#27 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 15:30:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter says the truth he and other biblilcal authors have given weren’t cleverly designed fables, legends, or untrue stories – it was truth. When Moses saw the glory of God from the cleft of the rock in Exodus 33 & 34, it was reflected in his appearance for a while. The glory revealed through his face was a reflection of the majesty and glory of God. But when Peter saw Jesus transfigured, the glory shining from Jesus wasn’t being reflected – it was glory bursting from within. What Peter & James & John heard and saw on that mountain confirmed what the prophets had been saying all along. If we say we love God and believe His Word, then we can’t believe and live as though that Word means whatever we want. We don’t need to twist Scripture to be happy. Real joy, real peace, real freedom comes from hearing and believing what God says plainly in His Word and letting it shape our lives. Peter says the truth he and other biblilcal authors have given weren’t cleverly designed fables, legends, or untrue stories – it was truth. When Moses saw the glory of God from the cleft of the rock in Exodus 33 & 34, it was reflected in his appearance for a while. The glory revealed through his face was a reflection of the majesty and glory of God. But when Peter saw Jesus transfigured, the glory shining from Jesus wasn’t being reflected – it was glory bursting from within. What Peter & James & John heard and saw on that mountain confirmed what the prophets had been saying all along. If we say we love God and believe His Word, then we can’t believe and live as though that Word means whatever we want. We don’t need to twist Scripture to be happy. Real joy, real peace, real freedom comes from hearing and believing what God says plainly in His Word and letting it shape our lives. Peter says the truth he and other biblilcal authors have given weren’t cleverly designed fables, legends, or untrue stories – it was truth. When Moses saw the glory of God from the cleft of the rock in Exodus 33 & 34, it was reflected in his appearan… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22005283/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_alampshining2peter11621rodohme/id/425105 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22005283 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, lamp, second coming, prophets, interpretation, Word, whim, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-1:21, Series: Letters from Peter Part#27 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 16:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Through Peter's letters, God has been showing us what it looks like to live by the power of the Spirit as partakers of the divine nature. There are real, demonstratable ways to know if you are in Christ or not, and Peter has explaining them to us all along. Romans 8:29 says that God predestined all the elect to be conformed to the image of Christ. The reassuring evidence of your calling & election is increasing in Christlikeness. If these qualities are in you and increasing, Peter says: - you will not be fruitless (v. 8) - you will not fall away (v. 10) - you will enter the eternal kingdom of Christ (v. 11) Peter's "dying wish" (so to speak) is that he wants Christians to remember the qualities of a person changed by the grace of God. But remember that your pursuit of them doesn’t earn your salvation, it proves it. The Word of God warns us against being lazy in our faith and drifting away from Jesus Christ as our only hope. Strive against the current that tells you to be lazy. Resist the temptation to not put real, consistent effort into your walk with Christ. Be reminded of the forgiveness of God through Christ, and of God’s call to Christlikeness. Seek out brothers and sisters who are swimming in the right direction and ask if they will help you learn to keep pace. Through Peter's letters, God has been showing us what it looks like to live by the power of the Spirit as partakers of the divine nature. There are real, demonstratable ways to know if you are in Christ or not, and Peter has explaining them to us all along. Romans 8:29 says that God predestined all the elect to be conformed to the image of Christ. The reassuring evidence of your calling & election is increasing in Christlikeness. If these qualities are in you and increasing, Peter says: - you will not be fruitless (v. 8) - you will not fall away (v. 10) - you will enter the eternal kingdom of Christ (v. 11) Peter's "dying wish" (so to speak) is that he wants Christians to remember the qualities of a person changed by the grace of God. But remember that your pursuit of them doesn’t earn your salvation, it proves it. The Word of God warns us against being lazy in our faith and drifting away from Jesus Christ as our only hope. Strive against the current that tells you to be lazy. Resist the temptation to not put real, consistent effort into your walk with Christ. Be reminded of the forgiveness of God through Christ, and of God’s call to Christlikeness. Seek out brothers and sisters who are swimming in the right direction and ask if they will help you learn to keep pace. Through Peter's letters, God has been showing us what it looks like to live by the power of the Spirit as partakers of the divine nature. There are real, demonstratable ways to know if you are in Christ or not, and Peter has explaining them to us all a… Rod Ohmes 3110 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22001839/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bediligent2peter11015rodohmes/id/3840614.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22001839 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, precious, fruitful, effective, godliness, holiness, qualities, remem, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10-1:15, Series: Letters from Peter Part#26 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 16:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Through Peter's letters, God has been showing us what it looks like to live by the power of the Spirit as partakers of the divine nature. There are real, demonstratable ways to know if you are in Christ or not, and Peter has explaining them to us all along. Romans 8:29 says that God predestined all the elect to be conformed to the image of Christ. The reassuring evidence of your calling & election is increasing in Christlikeness. If these qualities are in you and increasing, Peter says: - you will not be fruitless (v. 8) - you will not fall away (v. 10) - you will enter the eternal kingdom of Christ (v. 11) Peter's "dying wish" (so to speak) is that he wants Christians to remember the qualities of a person changed by the grace of God. But remember that your pursuit of them doesn’t earn your salvation, it proves it. The Word of God warns us against being lazy in our faith and drifting away from Jesus Christ as our only hope. Strive against the current that tells you to be lazy. Resist the temptation to not put real, consistent effort into your walk with Christ. Be reminded of the forgiveness of God through Christ, and of God’s call to Christlikeness. Seek out brothers and sisters who are swimming in the right direction and ask if they will help you learn to keep pace. Through Peter's letters, God has been showing us what it looks like to live by the power of the Spirit as partakers of the divine nature. There are real, demonstratable ways to know if you are in Christ or not, and Peter has explaining them to us all along. Romans 8:29 says that God predestined all the elect to be conformed to the image of Christ. The reassuring evidence of your calling & election is increasing in Christlikeness. If these qualities are in you and increasing, Peter says: - you will not be fruitless (v. 8) - you will not fall away (v. 10) - you will enter the eternal kingdom of Christ (v. 11) Peter's "dying wish" (so to speak) is that he wants Christians to remember the qualities of a person changed by the grace of God. But remember that your pursuit of them doesn’t earn your salvation, it proves it. The Word of God warns us against being lazy in our faith and drifting away from Jesus Christ as our only hope. Strive against the current that tells you to be lazy. Resist the temptation to not put real, consistent effort into your walk with Christ. Be reminded of the forgiveness of God through Christ, and of God’s call to Christlikeness. Seek out brothers and sisters who are swimming in the right direction and ask if they will help you learn to keep pace. Through Peter's letters, God has been showing us what it looks like to live by the power of the Spirit as partakers of the divine nature. There are real, demonstratable ways to know if you are in Christ or not, and Peter has explaining them to us all a… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22001839/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_bediligent2peter11015rodohmes/id/424857 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/22001839 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, precious, fruitful, effective, godliness, holiness, qualities, remem, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10-1:15, Series: Letters from Peter Part#26 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 19:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Grace and peace and everything needed to please God in this life and the life to come are the Christian's through His divine power granted by the knowledge of God in Jesus Christ. God calls sinners to Himself and He alone gives the gift of faith, and here's the incredible thing - what God calls Chtistians to do He supplies them the power to accomplish. God’s power and promises graciously grant Christians the ability to escape the corruption of sinful desire. The virtues Peter lists are things that should be apparent in the life of each Christian; they identify those who have been called by the glory and excellence of God; they distinguish those who are partakers of the divine nature. When Peter says to “add” to faith, he’s not implying that it’s lacking in some way. The idea here is growth in the Christian life. The grace of God is ever-increasing, always advancing, always pushing Christians to Christlikeness. Have you forgotten who you are in Christ and become blind to what you should be about in this life? Remember your identity in Christ - loved, called, kept, & forgiven. Grace and peace and everything needed to please God in this life and the life to come are the Christian's through His divine power granted by the knowledge of God in Jesus Christ. God calls sinners to Himself and He alone gives the gift of faith, and here's the incredible thing - what God calls Chtistians to do He supplies them the power to accomplish. God’s power and promises graciously grant Christians the ability to escape the corruption of sinful desire. The virtues Peter lists are things that should be apparent in the life of each Christian; they identify those who have been called by the glory and excellence of God; they distinguish those who are partakers of the divine nature. When Peter says to “add” to faith, he’s not implying that it’s lacking in some way. The idea here is growth in the Christian life. The grace of God is ever-increasing, always advancing, always pushing Christians to Christlikeness. Have you forgotten who you are in Christ and become blind to what you should be about in this life? Remember your identity in Christ - loved, called, kept, & forgiven. Grace and peace and everything needed to please God in this life and the life to come are the Christian's through His divine power granted by the knowledge of God in Jesus Christ. God calls sinners to Himself and He alone gives the gift of faith, and h… Rod Ohmes 2599 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21999079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fruitfulfaith2peter139rodohmes/id/3837967.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21999079 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, precious, fruitful, effective, godliness, holiness, qualities, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-1:9, Series: Letters from Peter Part#25 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 19:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Grace and peace and everything needed to please God in this life and the life to come are the Christian's through His divine power granted by the knowledge of God in Jesus Christ. God calls sinners to Himself and He alone gives the gift of faith, and here's the incredible thing - what God calls Chtistians to do He supplies them the power to accomplish. God’s power and promises graciously grant Christians the ability to escape the corruption of sinful desire. The virtues Peter lists are things that should be apparent in the life of each Christian; they identify those who have been called by the glory and excellence of God; they distinguish those who are partakers of the divine nature. When Peter says to “add” to faith, he’s not implying that it’s lacking in some way. The idea here is growth in the Christian life. The grace of God is ever-increasing, always advancing, always pushing Christians to Christlikeness. Have you forgotten who you are in Christ and become blind to what you should be about in this life? Remember your identity in Christ - loved, called, kept, & forgiven. Grace and peace and everything needed to please God in this life and the life to come are the Christian's through His divine power granted by the knowledge of God in Jesus Christ. God calls sinners to Himself and He alone gives the gift of faith, and here's the incredible thing - what God calls Chtistians to do He supplies them the power to accomplish. God’s power and promises graciously grant Christians the ability to escape the corruption of sinful desire. The virtues Peter lists are things that should be apparent in the life of each Christian; they identify those who have been called by the glory and excellence of God; they distinguish those who are partakers of the divine nature. When Peter says to “add” to faith, he’s not implying that it’s lacking in some way. The idea here is growth in the Christian life. The grace of God is ever-increasing, always advancing, always pushing Christians to Christlikeness. Have you forgotten who you are in Christ and become blind to what you should be about in this life? Remember your identity in Christ - loved, called, kept, & forgiven. Grace and peace and everything needed to please God in this life and the life to come are the Christian's through His divine power granted by the knowledge of God in Jesus Christ. God calls sinners to Himself and He alone gives the gift of faith, and h… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21999079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_fruitfulfaith2peter139rodohmes/id/424674 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21999079 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, precious, fruitful, effective, godliness, holiness, qualities, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-1:9, Series: Letters from Peter Part#25 Sun, 03 Jul 2022 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Even in just the first two verses, Peter practices what he preaches by practicing humility. He leads with the fact that he is a servant/slave of Christ Jesus. He also explains that new life in Christ doesn’t come through privilege, work, or even a human decision, but by a divine gift of God ("by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ"). God and God alone gives the gift that none of us deserve but that all of us need. Believer– is there anything you own that is more precious than the faith that connects you to Christ and blesses you with His entire inheritance? The better you know God through Jesus (who Heb. 1 says is exact imprint of God), the more joy & peace and pleasure & rest you have. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how joyful we are. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how settled we are. God is not silent - all knowledge of God comes from God Himself, and He has made Himself known. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Even in just the first two verses, Peter practices what he preaches by practicing humility. He leads with the fact that he is a servant/slave of Christ Jesus. He also explains that new life in Christ doesn’t come through privilege, work, or even a human decision, but by a divine gift of God ("by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ"). God and God alone gives the gift that none of us deserve but that all of us need. Believer– is there anything you own that is more precious than the faith that connects you to Christ and blesses you with His entire inheritance? The better you know God through Jesus (who Heb. 1 says is exact imprint of God), the more joy & peace and pleasure & rest you have. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how joyful we are. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how settled we are. God is not silent - all knowledge of God comes from God Himself, and He has made Himself known. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Even in just the first two verses, Peter practices what he preaches by practicing humility. He leads with the fact that he is a servant/slave of Christ Jes… Rod Ohmes 1946 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996558/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preciousfaith2peter112rodohmes/id/3835524.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996558 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-1:2, Series: Letters from Peter Part#24 Sun, 03 Jul 2022 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Even in just the first two verses, Peter practices what he preaches by practicing humility. He leads with the fact that he is a servant/slave of Christ Jesus. He also explains that new life in Christ doesn’t come through privilege, work, or even a human decision, but by a divine gift of God ("by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ"). God and God alone gives the gift that none of us deserve but that all of us need. Believer– is there anything you own that is more precious than the faith that connects you to Christ and blesses you with His entire inheritance? The better you know God through Jesus (who Heb. 1 says is exact imprint of God), the more joy & peace and pleasure & rest you have. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how joyful we are. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how settled we are. God is not silent - all knowledge of God comes from God Himself, and He has made Himself known. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Even in just the first two verses, Peter practices what he preaches by practicing humility. He leads with the fact that he is a servant/slave of Christ Jesus. He also explains that new life in Christ doesn’t come through privilege, work, or even a human decision, but by a divine gift of God ("by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ"). God and God alone gives the gift that none of us deserve but that all of us need. Believer– is there anything you own that is more precious than the faith that connects you to Christ and blesses you with His entire inheritance? The better you know God through Jesus (who Heb. 1 says is exact imprint of God), the more joy & peace and pleasure & rest you have. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how joyful we are. • There’s a direct relationship between our knowledge of God and how settled we are. God is not silent - all knowledge of God comes from God Himself, and He has made Himself known. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Even in just the first two verses, Peter practices what he preaches by practicing humility. He leads with the fact that he is a servant/slave of Christ Jes… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996558/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preciousfaith2peter112rodohmes/id/424525 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996558 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, faith, gift, Spirit, Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-1:2, Series: Letters from Peter Part#24 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 16:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Due to technical difficulties, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Peter uses the term "sober-minded" three times in this letter, so it's important. And each he uses it, he includes his reasoning behind it: - 1:13…be sober-minded…by setting your hope fully on the grace of Jesus Christ - 4:7…be sober-minded…because the end of all things is at hand & for the sake of your prayers - 5:8…be sober-minded…because the devil is working to destroy you Satan is real, he has a semblance of power, and is constantly wanting to use that power devour people. But how do we know the difference between Satan’s accusations and the conviction of the Holy Spirit, because both point to the same sin? - Satan shows you your sin in order to cripple you, to ruin you, and to ultimately destroy the image of God in you. - The Spirit shows you your sin to cleanse you, redeem you, & restore the image of God in you. Satan’s accusations and power are no match for the power of Christ, who interceded for Peter and continues interceding for God’s people today (Luke 22:31-34 & Heb. 7:25). Resistance of sin and Satan is not futile; it’s what true Christians do. Christians fight against temptations and sin and continue to resist the enemy because their eternity depends on it. Christians resist because we know our problems are not entirely unique to us. We are not alone in our sufferings and we are not alone is our resisting. Christians continue to battle sin & Satan because they bear the image of the King. *Due to technical difficulties, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Peter uses the term "sober-minded" three times in this letter, so it's important. And each he uses it, he includes his reasoning behind it: - 1:13…be sober-minded…by setting your hope fully on the grace of Jesus Christ - 4:7…be sober-minded…because the end of all things is at hand & for the sake of your prayers - 5:8…be sober-minded…because the devil is working to destroy you Satan is real, he has a semblance of power, and is constantly wanting to use that power devour people. But how do we know the difference between Satan’s accusations and the conviction of the Holy Spirit, because both point to the same sin? - Satan shows you your sin in order to cripple you, to ruin you, and to ultimately destroy the image of God in you. - The Spirit shows you your sin to cleanse you, redeem you, & restore the image of God in you. Satan’s accusations and power are no match for the power of Christ, who interceded for Peter and continues interceding for God’s people today (Luke 22:31-34 & Heb. 7:25). Resistance of sin and Satan is not futile; it’s what true Christians do. Christians fight against temptations and sin and continue to resist the enemy because their eternity depends on it. Christians resist because we know our problems are not entirely unique to us. We are not alone in our sufferings and we are not alone is our resisting. Christians continue to battle sin & Satan because they bear the image of the King. *Due to technical difficulties, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Peter uses the term "sober-minded" three times in this letter, so it's important. And each he uses it, he includes his reasoning behind it: - 1:13…be… Rod Ohmes 2676 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996549/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_resistanceisntfutile1peter5814/id/3835522.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996549 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, humility, resist, devil, Satan, temptation, sober-minded, intercession, Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-5:14, Series: Letters from Peter Part#23 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 16:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Due to technical difficulties, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Peter uses the term "sober-minded" three times in this letter, so it's important. And each he uses it, he includes his reasoning behind it: - 1:13…be sober-minded…by setting your hope fully on the grace of Jesus Christ - 4:7…be sober-minded…because the end of all things is at hand & for the sake of your prayers - 5:8…be sober-minded…because the devil is working to destroy you Satan is real, he has a semblance of power, and is constantly wanting to use that power devour people. But how do we know the difference between Satan’s accusations and the conviction of the Holy Spirit, because both point to the same sin? - Satan shows you your sin in order to cripple you, to ruin you, and to ultimately destroy the image of God in you. - The Spirit shows you your sin to cleanse you, redeem you, & restore the image of God in you. Satan’s accusations and power are no match for the power of Christ, who interceded for Peter and continues interceding for God’s people today (Luke 22:31-34 & Heb. 7:25). Resistance of sin and Satan is not futile; it’s what true Christians do. Christians fight against temptations and sin and continue to resist the enemy because their eternity depends on it. Christians resist because we know our problems are not entirely unique to us. We are not alone in our sufferings and we are not alone is our resisting. Christians continue to battle sin & Satan because they bear the image of the King. *Due to technical difficulties, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Peter uses the term "sober-minded" three times in this letter, so it's important. And each he uses it, he includes his reasoning behind it: - 1:13…be sober-minded…by setting your hope fully on the grace of Jesus Christ - 4:7…be sober-minded…because the end of all things is at hand & for the sake of your prayers - 5:8…be sober-minded…because the devil is working to destroy you Satan is real, he has a semblance of power, and is constantly wanting to use that power devour people. But how do we know the difference between Satan’s accusations and the conviction of the Holy Spirit, because both point to the same sin? - Satan shows you your sin in order to cripple you, to ruin you, and to ultimately destroy the image of God in you. - The Spirit shows you your sin to cleanse you, redeem you, & restore the image of God in you. Satan’s accusations and power are no match for the power of Christ, who interceded for Peter and continues interceding for God’s people today (Luke 22:31-34 & Heb. 7:25). Resistance of sin and Satan is not futile; it’s what true Christians do. Christians fight against temptations and sin and continue to resist the enemy because their eternity depends on it. Christians resist because we know our problems are not entirely unique to us. We are not alone in our sufferings and we are not alone is our resisting. Christians continue to battle sin & Satan because they bear the image of the King. *Due to technical difficulties, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. Peter uses the term "sober-minded" three times in this letter, so it's important. And each he uses it, he includes his reasoning behind it: - 1:13…be… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996549/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_resistanceisntfutile1peter5814/id/424524 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996549 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, humility, resist, devil, Satan, temptation, sober-minded, intercession, Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-5:14, Series: Letters from Peter Part#23 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 16:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. The office of elder is not defined by the age of a man, but rather by his character. It's also important to note that the office of pastor/elder/undershepherd is unlike any other. Hebrews 13:17 says that they will give an account for how they've kept watch over the souls of those in the church. This sets it apart from a CEO, sports coach, or miltary commander. The word "sheperd" is both a noun and a verb. Shepherds are supposed to shepherd. An elder watches over the flock in love in order to nourish them. How an elder leads matters because they are serving under the command of the Chief Shepherd who is coming again. When it comes to how we relate to one another in the church, humility is the common thread. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. The office of elder is not defined by the age of a man, but rather by his character. It's also important to note that the office of pastor/elder/undershepherd is unlike any other. Hebrews 13:17 says that they will give an account for how they've kept watch over the souls of those in the church. This sets it apart from a CEO, sports coach, or miltary commander. The word "sheperd" is both a noun and a verb. Shepherds are supposed to shepherd. An elder watches over the flock in love in order to nourish them. How an elder leads matters because they are serving under the command of the Chief Shepherd who is coming again. When it comes to how we relate to one another in the church, humility is the common thread. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. The office of elder is not defined by the age of a man, but rather by his character. It's also important to note that the office of pastor/elder/undersheph… Rod Ohmes 2604 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996537/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_totheundershepherds1peter514ro/id/3835514.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996537 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, humility, church, members, elders, undershepherds, Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5:4, Series: Letters from Peter Part#22 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 16:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. The office of elder is not defined by the age of a man, but rather by his character. It's also important to note that the office of pastor/elder/undershepherd is unlike any other. Hebrews 13:17 says that they will give an account for how they've kept watch over the souls of those in the church. This sets it apart from a CEO, sports coach, or miltary commander. The word "sheperd" is both a noun and a verb. Shepherds are supposed to shepherd. An elder watches over the flock in love in order to nourish them. How an elder leads matters because they are serving under the command of the Chief Shepherd who is coming again. When it comes to how we relate to one another in the church, humility is the common thread. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. The office of elder is not defined by the age of a man, but rather by his character. It's also important to note that the office of pastor/elder/undershepherd is unlike any other. Hebrews 13:17 says that they will give an account for how they've kept watch over the souls of those in the church. This sets it apart from a CEO, sports coach, or miltary commander. The word "sheperd" is both a noun and a verb. Shepherds are supposed to shepherd. An elder watches over the flock in love in order to nourish them. How an elder leads matters because they are serving under the command of the Chief Shepherd who is coming again. When it comes to how we relate to one another in the church, humility is the common thread. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. The office of elder is not defined by the age of a man, but rather by his character. It's also important to note that the office of pastor/elder/undersheph… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996537/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_totheundershepherds1peter514ro/id/424523 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996537 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, humility, church, members, elders, undershepherds, Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5:4, Series: Letters from Peter Part#22 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 16:51:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. As elders are to be subject to the Chief Shepherd, so church members are to be subject to the elders, and humility ties it all together [v.5b - "clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another"]. Humility not only recognizes the greatness of God but is submissive to the greatness of God. Anxiety and pride are inseparable because both are rooted in an attempt to control. God cares, therefore, I cast. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. As elders are to be subject to the Chief Shepherd, so church members are to be subject to the elders, and humility ties it all together [v.5b - "clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another"]. Humility not only recognizes the greatness of God but is submissive to the greatness of God. Anxiety and pride are inseparable because both are rooted in an attempt to control. God cares, therefore, I cast. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. As elders are to be subject to the Chief Shepherd, so church members are to be subject to the elders, and humility ties it all together [v.5b - "clothe you… Jason Hamilton 2840 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996534/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1peter557asonhamilton/id/3835511.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996534 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, humility, church, members, elder, anxiety, submissive, bridge, Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-5:7, Series: Letters from Peter Part#21 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 16:51:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. As elders are to be subject to the Chief Shepherd, so church members are to be subject to the elders, and humility ties it all together [v.5b - "clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another"]. Humility not only recognizes the greatness of God but is submissive to the greatness of God. Anxiety and pride are inseparable because both are rooted in an attempt to control. God cares, therefore, I cast. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. As elders are to be subject to the Chief Shepherd, so church members are to be subject to the elders, and humility ties it all together [v.5b - "clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another"]. Humility not only recognizes the greatness of God but is submissive to the greatness of God. Anxiety and pride are inseparable because both are rooted in an attempt to control. God cares, therefore, I cast. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. As elders are to be subject to the Chief Shepherd, so church members are to be subject to the elders, and humility ties it all together [v.5b - "clothe you… Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996534/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1peter557asonhamilton/id/424519 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996534 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, humility, church, members, elder, anxiety, submissive, bridge, Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-5:7, Series: Letters from Peter Part#21 Sun, 29 May 2022 16:03:00 +0000 Caleb Brown *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. - Do we demonstrate love for one another no matter the circumstances? - Do we demonstrate love and do good even when suffering? - Have we entrusted our souls to the faithful, trustworthy Creator? If and when we suffer because of Jesus, we should glorify God in that name. Because when we suffer according to God’s will, God uses it to speak to the ungodly and the sinner. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. - Do we demonstrate love for one another no matter the circumstances? - Do we demonstrate love and do good even when suffering? - Have we entrusted our souls to the faithful, trustworthy Creator? If and when we suffer because of Jesus, we should glorify God in that name. Because when we suffer according to God’s will, God uses it to speak to the ungodly and the sinner. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. - Do we demonstrate love for one another no matter the circumstances? - Do we demonstrate love and do good even when suffering? - Have we entrusted our sou… Caleb Brown 3119 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996533/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1peter41219calebbrown/id/3835527.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996533 Caleb Brown, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, love, trust, creator, God's will, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-4:19, Series: Letters from Peter Part#20 Sun, 29 May 2022 16:03:00 +0000 Caleb Brown *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. - Do we demonstrate love for one another no matter the circumstances? - Do we demonstrate love and do good even when suffering? - Have we entrusted our souls to the faithful, trustworthy Creator? If and when we suffer because of Jesus, we should glorify God in that name. Because when we suffer according to God’s will, God uses it to speak to the ungodly and the sinner. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. - Do we demonstrate love for one another no matter the circumstances? - Do we demonstrate love and do good even when suffering? - Have we entrusted our souls to the faithful, trustworthy Creator? If and when we suffer because of Jesus, we should glorify God in that name. Because when we suffer according to God’s will, God uses it to speak to the ungodly and the sinner. *Due to technical issues, the audio from today's message was pulled from the livestream video. - Do we demonstrate love for one another no matter the circumstances? - Do we demonstrate love and do good even when suffering? - Have we entrusted our sou… Caleb Brown https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996533/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1peter41219calebbrown/id/424518 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21996533 Caleb Brown, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, love, trust, creator, God's will, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-4:19, Series: Letters from Peter Part#20 Sun, 22 May 2022 16:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "The end of all things is at hand..." How should we be ready? By doing the things He’s called us to do while we wait: • be self-controlled & sober-minded [v.7] • be vigilant in prayer [v.7] • keep loving one another earnestly [v.8] • show hospitality without grumbling [v.9] • serve one another with the gifts God’s given [v.10] There is a direct relationship between self-control & prayer. The end of all things is at hand, so…pray. But also love earnestly, be hospitible, and use your gifts to serve the church in God's strength for His glory. "The end of all things is at hand..." How should we be ready? By doing the things He’s called us to do while we wait: • be self-controlled & sober-minded [v.7] • be vigilant in prayer [v.7] • keep loving one another earnestly [v.8] • show hospitality without grumbling [v.9] • serve one another with the gifts God’s given [v.10] There is a direct relationship between self-control & prayer. The end of all things is at hand, so…pray. But also love earnestly, be hospitible, and use your gifts to serve the church in God's strength for His glory. "The end of all things is at hand..." How should we be ready? By doing the things He’s called us to do while we wait: • be self-controlled & sober-minded [v.7] • be vigilant in prayer [v.7] • keep loving one another earnestly [v.8] • show hospitality w… Rod Ohmes 2337 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whattodoattheend1peter4711rodo/id/3818718.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979310 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, end of all things, prayer, self control, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-4:11, Series: Letters from Peter Part#19 Sun, 22 May 2022 16:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "The end of all things is at hand..." How should we be ready? By doing the things He’s called us to do while we wait: • be self-controlled & sober-minded [v.7] • be vigilant in prayer [v.7] • keep loving one another earnestly [v.8] • show hospitality without grumbling [v.9] • serve one another with the gifts God’s given [v.10] There is a direct relationship between self-control & prayer. The end of all things is at hand, so…pray. But also love earnestly, be hospitible, and use your gifts to serve the church in God's strength for His glory. "The end of all things is at hand..." How should we be ready? By doing the things He’s called us to do while we wait: • be self-controlled & sober-minded [v.7] • be vigilant in prayer [v.7] • keep loving one another earnestly [v.8] • show hospitality without grumbling [v.9] • serve one another with the gifts God’s given [v.10] There is a direct relationship between self-control & prayer. The end of all things is at hand, so…pray. But also love earnestly, be hospitible, and use your gifts to serve the church in God's strength for His glory. "The end of all things is at hand..." How should we be ready? By doing the things He’s called us to do while we wait: • be self-controlled & sober-minded [v.7] • be vigilant in prayer [v.7] • keep loving one another earnestly [v.8] • show hospitality w… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whattodoattheend1peter4711rodo/id/423328 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979310 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, end of all things, prayer, self control, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-4:11, Series: Letters from Peter Part#19 Sun, 15 May 2022 16:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Peter says “arm yourselves with the same way of thinking…” [v.1], there’s a connection between understanding suffering and having the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-8). Even in the Christian, there’s conflict between the mindset of living for the yourself and living for God. But Peter says that we shouldn’t live the rest of our time in the flesh, according to our sinful human passions, but for the will of God. There isn’t a person who is living or a person who has already died who does not fall under the authority & rule of God - all must give an account. If we are to have the mind of Christ, there is no better way than to read, study, think, memorize, and prioritize God’s Word. When Peter says “arm yourselves with the same way of thinking…” [v.1], there’s a connection between understanding suffering and having the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-8). Even in the Christian, there’s conflict between the mindset of living for the yourself and living for God. But Peter says that we shouldn’t live the rest of our time in the flesh, according to our sinful human passions, but for the will of God. There isn’t a person who is living or a person who has already died who does not fall under the authority & rule of God - all must give an account. If we are to have the mind of Christ, there is no better way than to read, study, think, memorize, and prioritize God’s Word. When Peter says “arm yourselves with the same way of thinking…” [v.1], there’s a connection between understanding suffering and having the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-8). Even in the Christian, there’s conflict between the mindset of living for the yours… Rod Ohmes 2406 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979309/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acalltoarms1peter416rodohmes/id/3818717.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979309 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, mind of Christ, Word of God, put off, put on, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-4:6, Series: Letters from Peter Part#18 Sun, 15 May 2022 16:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Peter says “arm yourselves with the same way of thinking…” [v.1], there’s a connection between understanding suffering and having the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-8). Even in the Christian, there’s conflict between the mindset of living for the yourself and living for God. But Peter says that we shouldn’t live the rest of our time in the flesh, according to our sinful human passions, but for the will of God. There isn’t a person who is living or a person who has already died who does not fall under the authority & rule of God - all must give an account. If we are to have the mind of Christ, there is no better way than to read, study, think, memorize, and prioritize God’s Word. When Peter says “arm yourselves with the same way of thinking…” [v.1], there’s a connection between understanding suffering and having the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-8). Even in the Christian, there’s conflict between the mindset of living for the yourself and living for God. But Peter says that we shouldn’t live the rest of our time in the flesh, according to our sinful human passions, but for the will of God. There isn’t a person who is living or a person who has already died who does not fall under the authority & rule of God - all must give an account. If we are to have the mind of Christ, there is no better way than to read, study, think, memorize, and prioritize God’s Word. When Peter says “arm yourselves with the same way of thinking…” [v.1], there’s a connection between understanding suffering and having the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:1-8). Even in the Christian, there’s conflict between the mindset of living for the yours… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979309/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acalltoarms1peter416rodohmes/id/423327 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979309 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, mind of Christ, Word of God, put off, put on, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-4:6, Series: Letters from Peter Part#18 Sun, 08 May 2022 16:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Peter introduces the idea of suffering and it sometimes being God’s will for the Christian, he immediately draws our attention to the suffering of Jesus [v.18]. The only way an unrighteous person is brought to God as righteous is through Christ’s suffering. In Christ, Christians have died to sin and made alive in the Spirit. In the challenging verses here, Peter seems to be focusing on the safe passage of a few (eight) faithful people through water. This might have been the picture that came to Peter’s mind because, compared to the whole population of the Roman empire and the world, the church in that day felt like a tiny group of people (8). No matter the scale of judgment that’s coming (a worldwide flood, persecution, or opposition), God can and will save His people, even in incredible ways. Peter’s great assurance to Christians is the same great assurance that Jesus left Christians in the Great Commission - Jesus rules over all. When Peter introduces the idea of suffering and it sometimes being God’s will for the Christian, he immediately draws our attention to the suffering of Jesus [v.18]. The only way an unrighteous person is brought to God as righteous is through Christ’s suffering. In Christ, Christians have died to sin and made alive in the Spirit. In the challenging verses here, Peter seems to be focusing on the safe passage of a few (eight) faithful people through water. This might have been the picture that came to Peter’s mind because, compared to the whole population of the Roman empire and the world, the church in that day felt like a tiny group of people (8). No matter the scale of judgment that’s coming (a worldwide flood, persecution, or opposition), God can and will save His people, even in incredible ways. Peter’s great assurance to Christians is the same great assurance that Jesus left Christians in the Great Commission - Jesus rules over all. When Peter introduces the idea of suffering and it sometimes being God’s will for the Christian, he immediately draws our attention to the suffering of Jesus [v.18]. The only way an unrighteous person is brought to God as righteous is through Christ’s … Rod Ohmes 2500 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979306/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sufferingandsalvation1peter317/id/3818715.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979306 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, salvation, unrighteous, righteous, Noah, ark, proclaim, hell, resurrection, ru, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:17-3:22, Series: Letters from Peter Part#17 Sun, 08 May 2022 16:33:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Peter introduces the idea of suffering and it sometimes being God’s will for the Christian, he immediately draws our attention to the suffering of Jesus [v.18]. The only way an unrighteous person is brought to God as righteous is through Christ’s suffering. In Christ, Christians have died to sin and made alive in the Spirit. In the challenging verses here, Peter seems to be focusing on the safe passage of a few (eight) faithful people through water. This might have been the picture that came to Peter’s mind because, compared to the whole population of the Roman empire and the world, the church in that day felt like a tiny group of people (8). No matter the scale of judgment that’s coming (a worldwide flood, persecution, or opposition), God can and will save His people, even in incredible ways. Peter’s great assurance to Christians is the same great assurance that Jesus left Christians in the Great Commission - Jesus rules over all. When Peter introduces the idea of suffering and it sometimes being God’s will for the Christian, he immediately draws our attention to the suffering of Jesus [v.18]. The only way an unrighteous person is brought to God as righteous is through Christ’s suffering. In Christ, Christians have died to sin and made alive in the Spirit. In the challenging verses here, Peter seems to be focusing on the safe passage of a few (eight) faithful people through water. This might have been the picture that came to Peter’s mind because, compared to the whole population of the Roman empire and the world, the church in that day felt like a tiny group of people (8). No matter the scale of judgment that’s coming (a worldwide flood, persecution, or opposition), God can and will save His people, even in incredible ways. Peter’s great assurance to Christians is the same great assurance that Jesus left Christians in the Great Commission - Jesus rules over all. When Peter introduces the idea of suffering and it sometimes being God’s will for the Christian, he immediately draws our attention to the suffering of Jesus [v.18]. The only way an unrighteous person is brought to God as righteous is through Christ’s … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979306/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sufferingandsalvation1peter317/id/423326 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21979306 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, suffering, salvation, unrighteous, righteous, Noah, ark, proclaim, hell, resurrection, ru, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:17-3:22, Series: Letters from Peter Part#17 Sun, 01 May 2022 17:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter wants Christians to be prepared to give people a reasonable and settled answer for the hope that lies within them. What really determines how a person lives is what penetrates their heart, but the heart and the mind must stand together. Christians are to provide not just a feeling for the hope that is within them, but a reasonable defense. The primary encouragement & challenge to “always being ready” is not flashy = carefully study your Bible. Peter's sermon in Acts are good case studies of apologetics. Three things Peter does in each sermon are quickly seen: 1. He knew the Scriptures. 2. He knew Jesus well. 3. He was ready and willing to put his faith into action and give a defense of his hope. Peter’s example teaches us to know Scripture and be ready to go with it. Peter wants Christians to be prepared to give people a reasonable and settled answer for the hope that lies within them. What really determines how a person lives is what penetrates their heart, but the heart and the mind must stand together. Christians are to provide not just a feeling for the hope that is within them, but a reasonable defense. The primary encouragement & challenge to “always being ready” is not flashy = carefully study your Bible. Peter's sermon in Acts are good case studies of apologetics. Three things Peter does in each sermon are quickly seen: 1. He knew the Scriptures. 2. He knew Jesus well. 3. He was ready and willing to put his faith into action and give a defense of his hope. Peter’s example teaches us to know Scripture and be ready to go with it. Peter wants Christians to be prepared to give people a reasonable and settled answer for the hope that lies within them. What really determines how a person lives is what penetrates their heart, but the heart and the mind must stand together. Christi… Rod Ohmes 2320 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970568/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_alwaysbeprepared1peter315rodoh/id/3810160.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970568 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, be ready, defense, reason, apologetics, the Word, Scripture, Peter, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-3:15, Series: Letters from Peter Part#16 Sun, 01 May 2022 17:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter wants Christians to be prepared to give people a reasonable and settled answer for the hope that lies within them. What really determines how a person lives is what penetrates their heart, but the heart and the mind must stand together. Christians are to provide not just a feeling for the hope that is within them, but a reasonable defense. The primary encouragement & challenge to “always being ready” is not flashy = carefully study your Bible. Peter's sermon in Acts are good case studies of apologetics. Three things Peter does in each sermon are quickly seen: 1. He knew the Scriptures. 2. He knew Jesus well. 3. He was ready and willing to put his faith into action and give a defense of his hope. Peter’s example teaches us to know Scripture and be ready to go with it. Peter wants Christians to be prepared to give people a reasonable and settled answer for the hope that lies within them. What really determines how a person lives is what penetrates their heart, but the heart and the mind must stand together. Christians are to provide not just a feeling for the hope that is within them, but a reasonable defense. The primary encouragement & challenge to “always being ready” is not flashy = carefully study your Bible. Peter's sermon in Acts are good case studies of apologetics. Three things Peter does in each sermon are quickly seen: 1. He knew the Scriptures. 2. He knew Jesus well. 3. He was ready and willing to put his faith into action and give a defense of his hope. Peter’s example teaches us to know Scripture and be ready to go with it. Peter wants Christians to be prepared to give people a reasonable and settled answer for the hope that lies within them. What really determines how a person lives is what penetrates their heart, but the heart and the mind must stand together. Christi… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970568/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_alwaysbeprepared1peter315rodoh/id/422655 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970568 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, be ready, defense, reason, apologetics, the Word, Scripture, Peter, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-3:15, Series: Letters from Peter Part#16 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 17:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If you desire to make life worth living (to love life & see good days), then Peter says your life must exhibit a watchfulness over your words and actions; you must keep control of what passes over your lips when you speak. If Christ is ruling your heart as He should, then He rules your words & life as well. God’s gracious eye of blessing rests on the one who seeks to be a blessing, and His ears are open to their prayers. Believers live their witness in front of the world, but they don’t bring only their words with them; Christians bring the power of a godly life. If you desire to make life worth living (to love life & see good days), then Peter says your life must exhibit a watchfulness over your words and actions; you must keep control of what passes over your lips when you speak. If Christ is ruling your heart as He should, then He rules your words & life as well. God’s gracious eye of blessing rests on the one who seeks to be a blessing, and His ears are open to their prayers. Believers live their witness in front of the world, but they don’t bring only their words with them; Christians bring the power of a godly life. If you desire to make life worth living (to love life & see good days), then Peter says your life must exhibit a watchfulness over your words and actions; you must keep control of what passes over your lips when you speak. If Christ is ruling your hear… Rod Ohmes 2185 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970563/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_tonguesandfeet1peter31016rodoh/id/3810159.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970563 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, tongues, feet, love life, good days, speech, conduct, peace, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-3:16, Series: Letters from Peter Part#15 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 17:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If you desire to make life worth living (to love life & see good days), then Peter says your life must exhibit a watchfulness over your words and actions; you must keep control of what passes over your lips when you speak. If Christ is ruling your heart as He should, then He rules your words & life as well. God’s gracious eye of blessing rests on the one who seeks to be a blessing, and His ears are open to their prayers. Believers live their witness in front of the world, but they don’t bring only their words with them; Christians bring the power of a godly life. If you desire to make life worth living (to love life & see good days), then Peter says your life must exhibit a watchfulness over your words and actions; you must keep control of what passes over your lips when you speak. If Christ is ruling your heart as He should, then He rules your words & life as well. God’s gracious eye of blessing rests on the one who seeks to be a blessing, and His ears are open to their prayers. Believers live their witness in front of the world, but they don’t bring only their words with them; Christians bring the power of a godly life. If you desire to make life worth living (to love life & see good days), then Peter says your life must exhibit a watchfulness over your words and actions; you must keep control of what passes over your lips when you speak. If Christ is ruling your hear… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970563/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_tonguesandfeet1peter31016rodoh/id/422654 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970563 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, tongues, feet, love life, good days, speech, conduct, peace, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-3:16, Series: Letters from Peter Part#15 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 16:38:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes It’s so easy to get Easter wrong, but there was someone who seemed to get it right. Matthew 27:54, “When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said, ‘Truly this was the Son of God!’”. The Roman soldier witnessed the earth shake, dead people coming back to life, and darkness in the middle of the day. Butu he also saw Jesus forgive His abusers, not revile when He was reviled, and welcome the thief crucified next to Him to paradise. These things likely changed this centurion's eternity, and they change hearts still today. **Sections of The Biggest Story Bible Storybook were read during this sermon. It’s so easy to get Easter wrong, but there was someone who seemed to get it right. Matthew 27:54, “When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said, ‘Truly this was the Son of God!’”. The Roman soldier witnessed the earth shake, dead people coming back to life, and darkness in the middle of the day. Butu he also saw Jesus forgive His abusers, not revile when He was reviled, and welcome the thief crucified next to Him to paradise. These things likely changed this centurion's eternity, and they change hearts still today. **Sections of The Biggest Story Bible Storybook were read during this sermon. It’s so easy to get Easter wrong, but there was someone who seemed to get it right. Matthew 27:54, “When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said, … Rod Ohmes 1687 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_someonewhogotitrightrodohmes/id/3810155.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970552 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Easter, Roman Centurion, soldier, cross, thief, crucifixion, right, Scripture: Luke 23:32-23:49 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 16:38:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes It’s so easy to get Easter wrong, but there was someone who seemed to get it right. Matthew 27:54, “When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said, ‘Truly this was the Son of God!’”. The Roman soldier witnessed the earth shake, dead people coming back to life, and darkness in the middle of the day. Butu he also saw Jesus forgive His abusers, not revile when He was reviled, and welcome the thief crucified next to Him to paradise. These things likely changed this centurion's eternity, and they change hearts still today. **Sections of The Biggest Story Bible Storybook were read during this sermon. It’s so easy to get Easter wrong, but there was someone who seemed to get it right. Matthew 27:54, “When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said, ‘Truly this was the Son of God!’”. The Roman soldier witnessed the earth shake, dead people coming back to life, and darkness in the middle of the day. Butu he also saw Jesus forgive His abusers, not revile when He was reviled, and welcome the thief crucified next to Him to paradise. These things likely changed this centurion's eternity, and they change hearts still today. **Sections of The Biggest Story Bible Storybook were read during this sermon. It’s so easy to get Easter wrong, but there was someone who seemed to get it right. Matthew 27:54, “When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said, … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_someonewhogotitrightrodohmes/id/422653 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21970552 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Easter, Roman Centurion, soldier, cross, thief, crucifixion, right, Scripture: Luke 23:32-23:49 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 19:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter lays out 7 ways that instruct the church in their health and well-being: 1. unity 2. sympathy 3. love 4. tenderhearted 5. humility 6. forgiveness 7. be a blessing In doing these things, Christians obtain the blessing of their incorruptible inheritance. In doing these things, Christians demonstrate to a watching world the unusual & incredible power of God to live and love others the way Jesus taught them. In doing these things, Christians apply one of God’s greatest evangelistic tools. Only the Spirit of God Himself empowers and compels people to live this way. Peter lays out 7 ways that instruct the church in their health and well-being: 1. unity 2. sympathy 3. love 4. tenderhearted 5. humility 6. forgiveness 7. be a blessing In doing these things, Christians obtain the blessing of their incorruptible inheritance. In doing these things, Christians demonstrate to a watching world the unusual & incredible power of God to live and love others the way Jesus taught them. In doing these things, Christians apply one of God’s greatest evangelistic tools. Only the Spirit of God Himself empowers and compels people to live this way. Peter lays out 7 ways that instruct the church in their health and well-being: 1. unity 2. sympathy 3. love 4. tenderhearted 5. humility 6. forgiveness 7. be a blessing In doing these things, Christians obtain the blessing of their incorruptible inher… Rod Ohmes 2583 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960776/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_newlifeoldrelationschurch1pete/id/3800772.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960776 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, church, members, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-3:9, Matthew 5:38-5:47, Series: Letters from Peter Part#14 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 19:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter lays out 7 ways that instruct the church in their health and well-being: 1. unity 2. sympathy 3. love 4. tenderhearted 5. humility 6. forgiveness 7. be a blessing In doing these things, Christians obtain the blessing of their incorruptible inheritance. In doing these things, Christians demonstrate to a watching world the unusual & incredible power of God to live and love others the way Jesus taught them. In doing these things, Christians apply one of God’s greatest evangelistic tools. Only the Spirit of God Himself empowers and compels people to live this way. Peter lays out 7 ways that instruct the church in their health and well-being: 1. unity 2. sympathy 3. love 4. tenderhearted 5. humility 6. forgiveness 7. be a blessing In doing these things, Christians obtain the blessing of their incorruptible inheritance. In doing these things, Christians demonstrate to a watching world the unusual & incredible power of God to live and love others the way Jesus taught them. In doing these things, Christians apply one of God’s greatest evangelistic tools. Only the Spirit of God Himself empowers and compels people to live this way. Peter lays out 7 ways that instruct the church in their health and well-being: 1. unity 2. sympathy 3. love 4. tenderhearted 5. humility 6. forgiveness 7. be a blessing In doing these things, Christians obtain the blessing of their incorruptible inher… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960776/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_newlifeoldrelationschurch1pete/id/421953 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960776 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, church, members, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-3:9, Matthew 5:38-5:47, Series: Letters from Peter Part#14 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 19:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Christians live differently than the world in relation to their governing authorities, in the workplace, and with their spouses. I think the biggest similarity between these things might be the condition for submission - there isn’t any. Followers of Christ don’t respond to anything the way they once did. The only way believers can really submit to authority is when they are first trusting God. Married ladies – if you desire your attitude to be precious in the sight of God and beautiful in the sight of your husband, Peter says a gentle and quiet spirit are what brings it about. Husbands are to “live with [their wives] in an understanding way, showing honor” to them. Paul says that husbands should love their wives as their own bodies – caring for her, nourishing her, and cherishing her (Ephesians 5:25 & 28). In Christ, husbands and wives are equally heirs of the promise. Christians live differently than the world in relation to their governing authorities, in the workplace, and with their spouses. I think the biggest similarity between these things might be the condition for submission - there isn’t any. Followers of Christ don’t respond to anything the way they once did. The only way believers can really submit to authority is when they are first trusting God. Married ladies – if you desire your attitude to be precious in the sight of God and beautiful in the sight of your husband, Peter says a gentle and quiet spirit are what brings it about. Husbands are to “live with [their wives] in an understanding way, showing honor” to them. Paul says that husbands should love their wives as their own bodies – caring for her, nourishing her, and cherishing her (Ephesians 5:25 & 28). In Christ, husbands and wives are equally heirs of the promise. Christians live differently than the world in relation to their governing authorities, in the workplace, and with their spouses. I think the biggest similarity between these things might be the condition for submission - there isn’t any. Followers of C… Rod Ohmes 2887 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960766/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_newlifeoldrelationsmarriage1pe/id/3800771.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960766 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, marriage, husbands, wives, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-3:7, Series: Letters from Peter Part#13 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 19:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Christians live differently than the world in relation to their governing authorities, in the workplace, and with their spouses. I think the biggest similarity between these things might be the condition for submission - there isn’t any. Followers of Christ don’t respond to anything the way they once did. The only way believers can really submit to authority is when they are first trusting God. Married ladies – if you desire your attitude to be precious in the sight of God and beautiful in the sight of your husband, Peter says a gentle and quiet spirit are what brings it about. Husbands are to “live with [their wives] in an understanding way, showing honor” to them. Paul says that husbands should love their wives as their own bodies – caring for her, nourishing her, and cherishing her (Ephesians 5:25 & 28). In Christ, husbands and wives are equally heirs of the promise. Christians live differently than the world in relation to their governing authorities, in the workplace, and with their spouses. I think the biggest similarity between these things might be the condition for submission - there isn’t any. Followers of Christ don’t respond to anything the way they once did. The only way believers can really submit to authority is when they are first trusting God. Married ladies – if you desire your attitude to be precious in the sight of God and beautiful in the sight of your husband, Peter says a gentle and quiet spirit are what brings it about. Husbands are to “live with [their wives] in an understanding way, showing honor” to them. Paul says that husbands should love their wives as their own bodies – caring for her, nourishing her, and cherishing her (Ephesians 5:25 & 28). In Christ, husbands and wives are equally heirs of the promise. Christians live differently than the world in relation to their governing authorities, in the workplace, and with their spouses. I think the biggest similarity between these things might be the condition for submission - there isn’t any. Followers of C… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960766/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_newlifeoldrelationsmarriage1pe/id/421952 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21960766 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, marriage, husbands, wives, Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-3:7, Series: Letters from Peter Part#13 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 15:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Because Christians submit to and trust God fully, they recognize that He establishes earthly authorities over them and calls them to submit to them as well. Christians submit to earthly authorities when God calls them to “for the Lord’s sake” [v.13]. In different levels of government, in the workplace, in the home, and in the church, God has established roles and calls His children to submit to them in varying ways, as expressed in enduring His Word. Peter makes the point that suffering punishment as a result of sin isn’t all that extraordinary, but when believers endure & persevere in the midst of unjust suffering, something special happens. What’s so special? You look like Jesus [v.21-23]. The conduct of believers in the midst of suffering is a picture to a watching world of who Jesus is and what kind of affect He has on a Christian's life. Everything Jesus did He did as an example, but also as a sacrifice. He suffered and went to the tree (cross) for you [v.21]. Jesus bore your sin as a substitute and you are fully healed by His wounds. Do we trust Jesus enough to submit ourselves to His ordained authorities? Because Christians submit to and trust God fully, they recognize that He establishes earthly authorities over them and calls them to submit to them as well. Christians submit to earthly authorities when God calls them to “for the Lord’s sake” [v.13]. In different levels of government, in the workplace, in the home, and in the church, God has established roles and calls His children to submit to them in varying ways, as expressed in enduring His Word. Peter makes the point that suffering punishment as a result of sin isn’t all that extraordinary, but when believers endure & persevere in the midst of unjust suffering, something special happens. What’s so special? You look like Jesus [v.21-23]. The conduct of believers in the midst of suffering is a picture to a watching world of who Jesus is and what kind of affect He has on a Christian's life. Everything Jesus did He did as an example, but also as a sacrifice. He suffered and went to the tree (cross) for you [v.21]. Jesus bore your sin as a substitute and you are fully healed by His wounds. Do we trust Jesus enough to submit ourselves to His ordained authorities? Because Christians submit to and trust God fully, they recognize that He establishes earthly authorities over them and calls them to submit to them as well. Christians submit to earthly authorities when God calls them to “for the Lord’s sake” [v.13]. I… Rod Ohmes 2385 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21954400/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_newlifeoldrelationsworkplace1p/id/3794536.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21954400 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, workplace, authority, boss, obedience, disobey, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-2:25, Ephesians 6:5-6:9, Daniel 6, Series: Letters from Peter Part#12 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 15:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Because Christians submit to and trust God fully, they recognize that He establishes earthly authorities over them and calls them to submit to them as well. Christians submit to earthly authorities when God calls them to “for the Lord’s sake” [v.13]. In different levels of government, in the workplace, in the home, and in the church, God has established roles and calls His children to submit to them in varying ways, as expressed in enduring His Word. Peter makes the point that suffering punishment as a result of sin isn’t all that extraordinary, but when believers endure & persevere in the midst of unjust suffering, something special happens. What’s so special? You look like Jesus [v.21-23]. The conduct of believers in the midst of suffering is a picture to a watching world of who Jesus is and what kind of affect He has on a Christian's life. Everything Jesus did He did as an example, but also as a sacrifice. He suffered and went to the tree (cross) for you [v.21]. Jesus bore your sin as a substitute and you are fully healed by His wounds. Do we trust Jesus enough to submit ourselves to His ordained authorities? Because Christians submit to and trust God fully, they recognize that He establishes earthly authorities over them and calls them to submit to them as well. Christians submit to earthly authorities when God calls them to “for the Lord’s sake” [v.13]. In different levels of government, in the workplace, in the home, and in the church, God has established roles and calls His children to submit to them in varying ways, as expressed in enduring His Word. Peter makes the point that suffering punishment as a result of sin isn’t all that extraordinary, but when believers endure & persevere in the midst of unjust suffering, something special happens. What’s so special? You look like Jesus [v.21-23]. The conduct of believers in the midst of suffering is a picture to a watching world of who Jesus is and what kind of affect He has on a Christian's life. Everything Jesus did He did as an example, but also as a sacrifice. He suffered and went to the tree (cross) for you [v.21]. Jesus bore your sin as a substitute and you are fully healed by His wounds. Do we trust Jesus enough to submit ourselves to His ordained authorities? Because Christians submit to and trust God fully, they recognize that He establishes earthly authorities over them and calls them to submit to them as well. Christians submit to earthly authorities when God calls them to “for the Lord’s sake” [v.13]. I… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21954400/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_newlifeoldrelationsworkplace1p/id/421481 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21954400 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, workplace, authority, boss, obedience, disobey, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-2:25, Ephesians 6:5-6:9, Daniel 6, Series: Letters from Peter Part#12 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 20:24:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s new people will do new things, so what does that look like in our normal everyday lives? Peter tells us throughout the rest of the book: o How we interact with governing authorities. [2:13-17] o How we treat our bosses and employees. [2:18-25] o How husbands and wives respond to each other. [3:1-7] o How we relate to one another in the church. [3:8-5:14] God's Word is enduring & true regardless of the policies of the previous, current, or future administrations. His Word always supersedes our current situation. Since God establishes all authority, they are tasked with punishing wrong and praising good. It’s the will of the Lord for His new people to do good while submitting to authority whenever they can. But what are Christians to do when it seems like governing authorities are punishing those who do good and praising those who do evil? First remember that the Christian’s allegiance is to God first and foremost. They cannot give to earthly authorities what they should only give to God. They must obey God rather than men, and defy rulers only when those rulers commanded something against what God has already established. Second, recognize that if we refuse to submit properly to God, then there's no way we will submit properly to anyone else (in the government, workplace, home, or church). God’s new people will do new things, so what does that look like in our normal everyday lives? Peter tells us throughout the rest of the book: o How we interact with governing authorities. [2:13-17] o How we treat our bosses and employees. [2:18-25] o How husbands and wives respond to each other. [3:1-7] o How we relate to one another in the church. [3:8-5:14] God's Word is enduring & true regardless of the policies of the previous, current, or future administrations. His Word always supersedes our current situation. Since God establishes all authority, they are tasked with punishing wrong and praising good. It’s the will of the Lord for His new people to do good while submitting to authority whenever they can. But what are Christians to do when it seems like governing authorities are punishing those who do good and praising those who do evil? First remember that the Christian’s allegiance is to God first and foremost. They cannot give to earthly authorities what they should only give to God. They must obey God rather than men, and defy rulers only when those rulers commanded something against what God has already established. Second, recognize that if we refuse to submit properly to God, then there's no way we will submit properly to anyone else (in the government, workplace, home, or church). God’s new people will do new things, so what does that look like in our normal everyday lives? Peter tells us throughout the rest of the book: o How we interact with governing authorities. [2:13-17] o How we treat our bosses and employees. [2:18-25] o … Rod Ohmes 2767 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950814/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_newlifeoldrelationsgovernment1/id/3791185.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950814 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, government, authority, magistrate, obedience, disobey, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-2:17, Romans 13:1-13:7, Galatians 5:13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2:2, Titus 3:1-3:2, Acts 4:18-4:20 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 20:24:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s new people will do new things, so what does that look like in our normal everyday lives? Peter tells us throughout the rest of the book: o How we interact with governing authorities. [2:13-17] o How we treat our bosses and employees. [2:18-25] o How husbands and wives respond to each other. [3:1-7] o How we relate to one another in the church. [3:8-5:14] God's Word is enduring & true regardless of the policies of the previous, current, or future administrations. His Word always supersedes our current situation. Since God establishes all authority, they are tasked with punishing wrong and praising good. It’s the will of the Lord for His new people to do good while submitting to authority whenever they can. But what are Christians to do when it seems like governing authorities are punishing those who do good and praising those who do evil? First remember that the Christian’s allegiance is to God first and foremost. They cannot give to earthly authorities what they should only give to God. They must obey God rather than men, and defy rulers only when those rulers commanded something against what God has already established. Second, recognize that if we refuse to submit properly to God, then there's no way we will submit properly to anyone else (in the government, workplace, home, or church). God’s new people will do new things, so what does that look like in our normal everyday lives? Peter tells us throughout the rest of the book: o How we interact with governing authorities. [2:13-17] o How we treat our bosses and employees. [2:18-25] o How husbands and wives respond to each other. [3:1-7] o How we relate to one another in the church. [3:8-5:14] God's Word is enduring & true regardless of the policies of the previous, current, or future administrations. His Word always supersedes our current situation. Since God establishes all authority, they are tasked with punishing wrong and praising good. It’s the will of the Lord for His new people to do good while submitting to authority whenever they can. But what are Christians to do when it seems like governing authorities are punishing those who do good and praising those who do evil? First remember that the Christian’s allegiance is to God first and foremost. They cannot give to earthly authorities what they should only give to God. They must obey God rather than men, and defy rulers only when those rulers commanded something against what God has already established. Second, recognize that if we refuse to submit properly to God, then there's no way we will submit properly to anyone else (in the government, workplace, home, or church). God’s new people will do new things, so what does that look like in our normal everyday lives? Peter tells us throughout the rest of the book: o How we interact with governing authorities. [2:13-17] o How we treat our bosses and employees. [2:18-25] o … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950814/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_newlifeoldrelationsgovernment1/id/421246 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950814 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, submission, government, authority, magistrate, obedience, disobey, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-2:17, Romans 13:1-13:7, Galatians 5:13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2:2, Titus 3:1-3:2, Acts 4:18-4:20 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus is the Cornerstone, and He's also a stumbling block to those who refuse to believe. These people are disobedient to the Word of God and therefore stumble over Jesus. Peter is explaining that Jewish people don't have a "corner" on God's mercy. Salvation is based on God’s sovereignty, not on inward goodness or a family tree. God chooses & uses ordinary people and, because He works is in them, they are special. No one who has truly been born-again believes they were worthy of being called by God. It's simply by grace through faith in order to avoid pride (Eph. 2). Peter tells Christians to keep their conduct pure so that everyone may see their good deeds and give glory to God. The lives of unbelievers can be changed by the way Christians live their lives. Jesus is the Cornerstone, and He's also a stumbling block to those who refuse to believe. These people are disobedient to the Word of God and therefore stumble over Jesus. Peter is explaining that Jewish people don't have a "corner" on God's mercy. Salvation is based on God’s sovereignty, not on inward goodness or a family tree. God chooses & uses ordinary people and, because He works is in them, they are special. No one who has truly been born-again believes they were worthy of being called by God. It's simply by grace through faith in order to avoid pride (Eph. 2). Peter tells Christians to keep their conduct pure so that everyone may see their good deeds and give glory to God. The lives of unbelievers can be changed by the way Christians live their lives. Jesus is the Cornerstone, and He's also a stumbling block to those who refuse to believe. These people are disobedient to the Word of God and therefore stumble over Jesus. Peter is explaining that Jewish people don't have a "corner" on God's mercy. S… Rod Ohmes 2469 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950808/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godsnewpeople1peter28b12rodohm/id/3791183.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950808 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, destiny, appointed, gave up, mercy, wrath, hate, choose, sovereignty, doctrin, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:8-2:12, Malachi 1:2-1:3, Luke 14:26, Romans 1:24, Romans 9:1-9:29 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus is the Cornerstone, and He's also a stumbling block to those who refuse to believe. These people are disobedient to the Word of God and therefore stumble over Jesus. Peter is explaining that Jewish people don't have a "corner" on God's mercy. Salvation is based on God’s sovereignty, not on inward goodness or a family tree. God chooses & uses ordinary people and, because He works is in them, they are special. No one who has truly been born-again believes they were worthy of being called by God. It's simply by grace through faith in order to avoid pride (Eph. 2). Peter tells Christians to keep their conduct pure so that everyone may see their good deeds and give glory to God. The lives of unbelievers can be changed by the way Christians live their lives. Jesus is the Cornerstone, and He's also a stumbling block to those who refuse to believe. These people are disobedient to the Word of God and therefore stumble over Jesus. Peter is explaining that Jewish people don't have a "corner" on God's mercy. Salvation is based on God’s sovereignty, not on inward goodness or a family tree. God chooses & uses ordinary people and, because He works is in them, they are special. No one who has truly been born-again believes they were worthy of being called by God. It's simply by grace through faith in order to avoid pride (Eph. 2). Peter tells Christians to keep their conduct pure so that everyone may see their good deeds and give glory to God. The lives of unbelievers can be changed by the way Christians live their lives. Jesus is the Cornerstone, and He's also a stumbling block to those who refuse to believe. These people are disobedient to the Word of God and therefore stumble over Jesus. Peter is explaining that Jewish people don't have a "corner" on God's mercy. S… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950808/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godsnewpeople1peter28b12rodohm/id/421245 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21950808 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, new people, destiny, appointed, gave up, mercy, wrath, hate, choose, sovereignty, doctrin, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:8-2:12, Malachi 1:2-1:3, Luke 14:26, Romans 1:24, Romans 9:1-9:29 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 17:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter's strange analogy of living stones only makes sense in the context of a building that is alive, with a Cornerstone that is alive. When a person comes to Christ, they come to a Stone that is alive. Not only is Christ living, chosen, & precious in God’s sight, but so is anyone who participates in His life and is identified with Him. Christians were once as dead as rocks but are now alive and being built into a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices. The thing that makes any offering we bring to God acceptable and precious is that they are offered through Jesus [v.5]. Without Christ, our worship would be unacceptable to God. It’s no surprise that people would “trip” over Jesus. If the Spirit doesn’t breathe new life into your dead heart, it’ll never beat to the rhythm of saving grace. Peter's strange analogy of living stones only makes sense in the context of a building that is alive, with a Cornerstone that is alive. When a person comes to Christ, they come to a Stone that is alive. Not only is Christ living, chosen, & precious in God’s sight, but so is anyone who participates in His life and is identified with Him. Christians were once as dead as rocks but are now alive and being built into a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices. The thing that makes any offering we bring to God acceptable and precious is that they are offered through Jesus [v.5]. Without Christ, our worship would be unacceptable to God. It’s no surprise that people would “trip” over Jesus. If the Spirit doesn’t breathe new life into your dead heart, it’ll never beat to the rhythm of saving grace. Peter's strange analogy of living stones only makes sense in the context of a building that is alive, with a Cornerstone that is alive. When a person comes to Christ, they come to a Stone that is alive. Not only is Christ living, chosen, & precious in … Rod Ohmes 2121 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_livingstones1peter248arodohmes/id/3783314.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942791 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, living stones, cornerstone, foundation, built, body, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-2:8, Ephesians 2:19-2:22, John 3:16-3:18, Series: Letters from Peter Part#9 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 17:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter's strange analogy of living stones only makes sense in the context of a building that is alive, with a Cornerstone that is alive. When a person comes to Christ, they come to a Stone that is alive. Not only is Christ living, chosen, & precious in God’s sight, but so is anyone who participates in His life and is identified with Him. Christians were once as dead as rocks but are now alive and being built into a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices. The thing that makes any offering we bring to God acceptable and precious is that they are offered through Jesus [v.5]. Without Christ, our worship would be unacceptable to God. It’s no surprise that people would “trip” over Jesus. If the Spirit doesn’t breathe new life into your dead heart, it’ll never beat to the rhythm of saving grace. Peter's strange analogy of living stones only makes sense in the context of a building that is alive, with a Cornerstone that is alive. When a person comes to Christ, they come to a Stone that is alive. Not only is Christ living, chosen, & precious in God’s sight, but so is anyone who participates in His life and is identified with Him. Christians were once as dead as rocks but are now alive and being built into a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices. The thing that makes any offering we bring to God acceptable and precious is that they are offered through Jesus [v.5]. Without Christ, our worship would be unacceptable to God. It’s no surprise that people would “trip” over Jesus. If the Spirit doesn’t breathe new life into your dead heart, it’ll never beat to the rhythm of saving grace. Peter's strange analogy of living stones only makes sense in the context of a building that is alive, with a Cornerstone that is alive. When a person comes to Christ, they come to a Stone that is alive. Not only is Christ living, chosen, & precious in … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_livingstones1peter248arodohmes/id/420764 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942791 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, living stones, cornerstone, foundation, built, body, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-2:8, Ephesians 2:19-2:22, John 3:16-3:18, Series: Letters from Peter Part#9 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 17:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes How are Christians to respond to the enduring Word of God? Put away & grown up. Put away things that aren't respresentative of who born-again people are and grow up in salvation. Just as you would take off a coat, Christians are to "take off" their old self that's ruled by things like malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, & slander. Likewise, Christians are to be like babies who desire/need milk to grow up and be healthy. Believers "grow up" in their salvation by craving the Word of God like a baby craves milk. A person only craves it this way if they have been born of His Spirit. How are Christians to respond to the enduring Word of God? Put away & grown up. Put away things that aren't respresentative of who born-again people are and grow up in salvation. Just as you would take off a coat, Christians are to "take off" their old self that's ruled by things like malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, & slander. Likewise, Christians are to be like babies who desire/need milk to grow up and be healthy. Believers "grow up" in their salvation by craving the Word of God like a baby craves milk. A person only craves it this way if they have been born of His Spirit. How are Christians to respond to the enduring Word of God? Put away & grown up. Put away things that aren't respresentative of who born-again people are and grow up in salvation. Just as you would take off a coat, Christians are to "take off" their ol… Rod Ohmes 1991 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_putitawaygrowup1peter213rodohm/id/3783298.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942786 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, put it away, put it off, put off, put on, coat, babies, crave, milk, mature, grow, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2:3, Ephesians 4:31-4:32, Lamentations 3:21-3:26, Series: Letters from Peter Part#8 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 17:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes How are Christians to respond to the enduring Word of God? Put away & grown up. Put away things that aren't respresentative of who born-again people are and grow up in salvation. Just as you would take off a coat, Christians are to "take off" their old self that's ruled by things like malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, & slander. Likewise, Christians are to be like babies who desire/need milk to grow up and be healthy. Believers "grow up" in their salvation by craving the Word of God like a baby craves milk. A person only craves it this way if they have been born of His Spirit. How are Christians to respond to the enduring Word of God? Put away & grown up. Put away things that aren't respresentative of who born-again people are and grow up in salvation. Just as you would take off a coat, Christians are to "take off" their old self that's ruled by things like malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, & slander. Likewise, Christians are to be like babies who desire/need milk to grow up and be healthy. Believers "grow up" in their salvation by craving the Word of God like a baby craves milk. A person only craves it this way if they have been born of His Spirit. How are Christians to respond to the enduring Word of God? Put away & grown up. Put away things that aren't respresentative of who born-again people are and grow up in salvation. Just as you would take off a coat, Christians are to "take off" their ol… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_putitawaygrowup1peter213rodohm/id/420762 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21942786 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, put it away, put it off, put off, put on, coat, babies, crave, milk, mature, grow, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2:3, Ephesians 4:31-4:32, Lamentations 3:21-3:26, Series: Letters from Peter Part#8 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 20:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter says that obedience to the truth produces the purification of our souls, but obedience is something that must be practiced. It's cyclical - obedience (to the truth) feeds purification and purification feeds obedience. This all happens to Christians on an individual level, but it also does something on the corporal level - “for a sincere brotherly love…”. My ability to love earnestly is tied to my obedience to the truth (God's Word, the Gospel). This Word is forever alive. It endures. It stands. “Hammer away, ye hostile bands. Your hammers break; God’s anvil stands” (Richard Wumbrand in his book The Answer to the Atheist’s Handbook). Peter says that obedience to the truth produces the purification of our souls, but obedience is something that must be practiced. It's cyclical - obedience (to the truth) feeds purification and purification feeds obedience. This all happens to Christians on an individual level, but it also does something on the corporal level - “for a sincere brotherly love…”. My ability to love earnestly is tied to my obedience to the truth (God's Word, the Gospel). This Word is forever alive. It endures. It stands. “Hammer away, ye hostile bands. Your hammers break; God’s anvil stands” (Richard Wumbrand in his book The Answer to the Atheist’s Handbook). Peter says that obedience to the truth produces the purification of our souls, but obedience is something that must be practiced. It's cyclical - obedience (to the truth) feeds purification and purification feeds obedience. This all happens to Christ… Rod Ohmes 2082 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935637/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theenduringword1peter12225rodo/id/3776312.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935637 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, Word, endures, forever, stands, alive, sight, sovereign, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-1:25, 1 Timothy 4:7-4:16, John 1:12-1:13, Series: Letters from Peter Part#7 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 20:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter says that obedience to the truth produces the purification of our souls, but obedience is something that must be practiced. It's cyclical - obedience (to the truth) feeds purification and purification feeds obedience. This all happens to Christians on an individual level, but it also does something on the corporal level - “for a sincere brotherly love…”. My ability to love earnestly is tied to my obedience to the truth (God's Word, the Gospel). This Word is forever alive. It endures. It stands. “Hammer away, ye hostile bands. Your hammers break; God’s anvil stands” (Richard Wumbrand in his book The Answer to the Atheist’s Handbook). Peter says that obedience to the truth produces the purification of our souls, but obedience is something that must be practiced. It's cyclical - obedience (to the truth) feeds purification and purification feeds obedience. This all happens to Christians on an individual level, but it also does something on the corporal level - “for a sincere brotherly love…”. My ability to love earnestly is tied to my obedience to the truth (God's Word, the Gospel). This Word is forever alive. It endures. It stands. “Hammer away, ye hostile bands. Your hammers break; God’s anvil stands” (Richard Wumbrand in his book The Answer to the Atheist’s Handbook). Peter says that obedience to the truth produces the purification of our souls, but obedience is something that must be practiced. It's cyclical - obedience (to the truth) feeds purification and purification feeds obedience. This all happens to Christ… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935637/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theenduringword1peter12225rodo/id/420274 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935637 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, Word, endures, forever, stands, alive, sight, sovereign, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-1:25, 1 Timothy 4:7-4:16, John 1:12-1:13, Series: Letters from Peter Part#7 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 19:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Christ’s willing sacrifice for the redemption of sinners was the plan from the beginning (foreordained before the foundation of the world). God’s timing in the course of the history of this world is perfect, and that should lead us to believe that His timing in our own lives is just as perfect. The redemption of sinners through Jesus was God’s good plan from eternity past. Christ’s willing sacrifice for the redemption of sinners was the plan from the beginning (foreordained before the foundation of the world). God’s timing in the course of the history of this world is perfect, and that should lead us to believe that His timing in our own lives is just as perfect. The redemption of sinners through Jesus was God’s good plan from eternity past. Christ’s willing sacrifice for the redemption of sinners was the plan from the beginning (foreordained before the foundation of the world). God’s timing in the course of the history of this world is perfect, and that should lead us to believe that His … Rod Ohmes 2102 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935628/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foryoursake1peter12021rodohmes/id/3776305.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935628 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, sake, good, fear, redemption, foundation, world, before, foreordained, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:20-1:21, John 12:44-12:60, 2 Corinthians 5:17-5:19, Series: Letters from Peter Part#6 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 19:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Christ’s willing sacrifice for the redemption of sinners was the plan from the beginning (foreordained before the foundation of the world). God’s timing in the course of the history of this world is perfect, and that should lead us to believe that His timing in our own lives is just as perfect. The redemption of sinners through Jesus was God’s good plan from eternity past. Christ’s willing sacrifice for the redemption of sinners was the plan from the beginning (foreordained before the foundation of the world). God’s timing in the course of the history of this world is perfect, and that should lead us to believe that His timing in our own lives is just as perfect. The redemption of sinners through Jesus was God’s good plan from eternity past. Christ’s willing sacrifice for the redemption of sinners was the plan from the beginning (foreordained before the foundation of the world). God’s timing in the course of the history of this world is perfect, and that should lead us to believe that His … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935628/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_foryoursake1peter12021rodohmes/id/420273 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21935628 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, sake, good, fear, redemption, foundation, world, before, foreordained, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:20-1:21, John 12:44-12:60, 2 Corinthians 5:17-5:19, Series: Letters from Peter Part#6 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 16:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Just as God is different [set apart] from the world, so are Christians to be set apart & different from the world. But why? What's the motivation for godly living? Because God is the impartial Judge of all, but He's also a caring Father who has sent His Spirit to direct His children. Psalm 112:1 says that the person who truly fears the Lord also greatly delights in His commandments! Michael Reeves says, “The Gospel both frees us from fear and gives us fear. It frees us from our crippling fears, giving us instead a most delightful fear.” This directs the lives of Christians "throughout the time of their exile". Christian exiles haves been ransomed from the futile ways of the world & their unbelieving forefathers. The way of life that seeks to be justified by something other than the mercy of God alone is futile. Our redemption, salvation, & inheritance hangs on Jesus' purity, not our own. Just as God is different [set apart] from the world, so are Christians to be set apart & different from the world. But why? What's the motivation for godly living? Because God is the impartial Judge of all, but He's also a caring Father who has sent His Spirit to direct His children. Psalm 112:1 says that the person who truly fears the Lord also greatly delights in His commandments! Michael Reeves says, “The Gospel both frees us from fear and gives us fear. It frees us from our crippling fears, giving us instead a most delightful fear.” This directs the lives of Christians "throughout the time of their exile". Christian exiles haves been ransomed from the futile ways of the world & their unbelieving forefathers. The way of life that seeks to be justified by something other than the mercy of God alone is futile. Our redemption, salvation, & inheritance hangs on Jesus' purity, not our own. Just as God is different [set apart] from the world, so are Christians to be set apart & different from the world. But why? What's the motivation for godly living? Because God is the impartial Judge of all, but He's also a caring Father who has sent Hi… Rod Ohmes 2041 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21929171/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_purchasedforholiness1peter1171/id/3770086.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21929171 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, holiness, holy, prepared, different, set apart, fear, delight, futile, foref, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-1:19, Psalms 112:1, Titus 3:3-3:7, John 6:37-6:40 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 16:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Just as God is different [set apart] from the world, so are Christians to be set apart & different from the world. But why? What's the motivation for godly living? Because God is the impartial Judge of all, but He's also a caring Father who has sent His Spirit to direct His children. Psalm 112:1 says that the person who truly fears the Lord also greatly delights in His commandments! Michael Reeves says, “The Gospel both frees us from fear and gives us fear. It frees us from our crippling fears, giving us instead a most delightful fear.” This directs the lives of Christians "throughout the time of their exile". Christian exiles haves been ransomed from the futile ways of the world & their unbelieving forefathers. The way of life that seeks to be justified by something other than the mercy of God alone is futile. Our redemption, salvation, & inheritance hangs on Jesus' purity, not our own. Just as God is different [set apart] from the world, so are Christians to be set apart & different from the world. But why? What's the motivation for godly living? Because God is the impartial Judge of all, but He's also a caring Father who has sent His Spirit to direct His children. Psalm 112:1 says that the person who truly fears the Lord also greatly delights in His commandments! Michael Reeves says, “The Gospel both frees us from fear and gives us fear. It frees us from our crippling fears, giving us instead a most delightful fear.” This directs the lives of Christians "throughout the time of their exile". Christian exiles haves been ransomed from the futile ways of the world & their unbelieving forefathers. The way of life that seeks to be justified by something other than the mercy of God alone is futile. Our redemption, salvation, & inheritance hangs on Jesus' purity, not our own. Just as God is different [set apart] from the world, so are Christians to be set apart & different from the world. But why? What's the motivation for godly living? Because God is the impartial Judge of all, but He's also a caring Father who has sent Hi… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21929171/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_purchasedforholiness1peter1171/id/419771 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21929171 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, holiness, holy, prepared, different, set apart, fear, delight, futile, foref, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-1:19, Psalms 112:1, Titus 3:3-3:7, John 6:37-6:40 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 18:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Real biblical hope is looking into the future with the full assurance that God will keep His promises. With such a great inheritance comes a great responsibility for Christians: - "Prepare your mind for actions" - get ready to think deeply. Unapologetically filter the world & your human experience through Scripture, not your feelings or outward circumstance. - "Be sober-minded" - have an attitude of self-discipline that avoids the extremes. The more we understand the truth of God, the more we will be gripped by it in our hearts and changed by it. Where does Peter say to place our hope? Firmly and only on God's grace, because "He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy" (Titus 3:3-7). Real biblical hope is looking into the future with the full assurance that God will keep His promises. With such a great inheritance comes a great responsibility for Christians: - "Prepare your mind for actions" - get ready to think deeply. Unapologetically filter the world & your human experience through Scripture, not your feelings or outward circumstance. - "Be sober-minded" - have an attitude of self-discipline that avoids the extremes. The more we understand the truth of God, the more we will be gripped by it in our hearts and changed by it. Where does Peter say to place our hope? Firmly and only on God's grace, because "He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy" (Titus 3:3-7). Real biblical hope is looking into the future with the full assurance that God will keep His promises. With such a great inheritance comes a great responsibility for Christians: - "Prepare your mind for actions" - get ready to think deeply. Unapologeti… Rod Ohmes 2303 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21926173/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparedforholiness1peter11316/id/3767165.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21926173 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, hope, born again, sovereign, holiness, holy, prepared, different, set apart,, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-1:16, Jude 1:4, Hebrews 10:26-10:31, Titus 3:3-3:7 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 18:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Real biblical hope is looking into the future with the full assurance that God will keep His promises. With such a great inheritance comes a great responsibility for Christians: - "Prepare your mind for actions" - get ready to think deeply. Unapologetically filter the world & your human experience through Scripture, not your feelings or outward circumstance. - "Be sober-minded" - have an attitude of self-discipline that avoids the extremes. The more we understand the truth of God, the more we will be gripped by it in our hearts and changed by it. Where does Peter say to place our hope? Firmly and only on God's grace, because "He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy" (Titus 3:3-7). Real biblical hope is looking into the future with the full assurance that God will keep His promises. With such a great inheritance comes a great responsibility for Christians: - "Prepare your mind for actions" - get ready to think deeply. Unapologetically filter the world & your human experience through Scripture, not your feelings or outward circumstance. - "Be sober-minded" - have an attitude of self-discipline that avoids the extremes. The more we understand the truth of God, the more we will be gripped by it in our hearts and changed by it. Where does Peter say to place our hope? Firmly and only on God's grace, because "He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy" (Titus 3:3-7). Real biblical hope is looking into the future with the full assurance that God will keep His promises. With such a great inheritance comes a great responsibility for Christians: - "Prepare your mind for actions" - get ready to think deeply. Unapologeti… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21926173/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparedforholiness1peter11316/id/419567 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21926173 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, hope, born again, sovereign, holiness, holy, prepared, different, set apart,, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-1:16, Jude 1:4, Hebrews 10:26-10:31, Titus 3:3-3:7 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 20:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The hope of a Christian lives because Jesus lives! This concept is especially important to remember when studying [v.6-12] when Peter adds suffering into the equation. Trials/suffering were an expected part of the Christian experience, but they can’t stamp out real joy. God intends our pain to serve His purpose in our lives through His divine providence (Gen 50:20). Peter says the testing of our faith will result in a purer faith, one that perseveres (James 1:2-4), and one that allows joy to rule our lives regardless of our circumstances. Peter’s words in these verses are meant to encourage Christians who are experiencing trials to keep eternity in the front of their minds (2 Cor. 4:17-18). The hope of a Christian lives because Jesus lives! This concept is especially important to remember when studying [v.6-12] when Peter adds suffering into the equation. Trials/suffering were an expected part of the Christian experience, but they can’t stamp out real joy. God intends our pain to serve His purpose in our lives through His divine providence (Gen 50:20). Peter says the testing of our faith will result in a purer faith, one that perseveres (James 1:2-4), and one that allows joy to rule our lives regardless of our circumstances. Peter’s words in these verses are meant to encourage Christians who are experiencing trials to keep eternity in the front of their minds (2 Cor. 4:17-18). The hope of a Christian lives because Jesus lives! This concept is especially important to remember when studying [v.6-12] when Peter adds suffering into the equation. Trials/suffering were an expected part of the Christian experience, but they can’t s… Rod Ohmes 2038 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21922949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aboutthissalvation1peter1612ro/id/3764187.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21922949 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, hope, born again, sovereign, imperishable, undefiled, unfading, joy, afflict, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-1:12, Genesis 50:20, 2 Corinthians 4:17-4:18, Series: Letters from Peter Part#3 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 20:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The hope of a Christian lives because Jesus lives! This concept is especially important to remember when studying [v.6-12] when Peter adds suffering into the equation. Trials/suffering were an expected part of the Christian experience, but they can’t stamp out real joy. God intends our pain to serve His purpose in our lives through His divine providence (Gen 50:20). Peter says the testing of our faith will result in a purer faith, one that perseveres (James 1:2-4), and one that allows joy to rule our lives regardless of our circumstances. Peter’s words in these verses are meant to encourage Christians who are experiencing trials to keep eternity in the front of their minds (2 Cor. 4:17-18). The hope of a Christian lives because Jesus lives! This concept is especially important to remember when studying [v.6-12] when Peter adds suffering into the equation. Trials/suffering were an expected part of the Christian experience, but they can’t stamp out real joy. God intends our pain to serve His purpose in our lives through His divine providence (Gen 50:20). Peter says the testing of our faith will result in a purer faith, one that perseveres (James 1:2-4), and one that allows joy to rule our lives regardless of our circumstances. Peter’s words in these verses are meant to encourage Christians who are experiencing trials to keep eternity in the front of their minds (2 Cor. 4:17-18). The hope of a Christian lives because Jesus lives! This concept is especially important to remember when studying [v.6-12] when Peter adds suffering into the equation. Trials/suffering were an expected part of the Christian experience, but they can’t s… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21922949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aboutthissalvation1peter1612ro/id/419362 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21922949 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, hope, born again, sovereign, imperishable, undefiled, unfading, joy, afflict, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-1:12, Genesis 50:20, 2 Corinthians 4:17-4:18, Series: Letters from Peter Part#3 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 21:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The way a Christian lives should showcase who he/she is in Christ. Christians should understand their calling as missionaries who live out what they say they believe. A Christian’s true identity is found in the eternal appointment of a sovereign God. God’s people are chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying action of the Spirit, to be obedient to Jesus and to be sprinkled with his blood. When Peter considered God’s mercy in being born again, he knew that the motive for God’s work is found in Him, not in us. We are born again to “a living hope” because we have eternal life in a Savior who has conquered death Himself. It’s a "living hope" because it’s tied to the resurrection. Through His great mercy God has caused Christians to be “born again” to an inheritance that is "imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you”. But it's not only the inheritance that's being kept - Christians are as well. The power that keeps the inheritance reserved for Christians is the same power that keeps Christians reserved for the inheritance. The way a Christian lives should showcase who he/she is in Christ. Christians should understand their calling as missionaries who live out what they say they believe. A Christian’s true identity is found in the eternal appointment of a sovereign God. God’s people are chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying action of the Spirit, to be obedient to Jesus and to be sprinkled with his blood. When Peter considered God’s mercy in being born again, he knew that the motive for God’s work is found in Him, not in us. We are born again to “a living hope” because we have eternal life in a Savior who has conquered death Himself. It’s a "living hope" because it’s tied to the resurrection. Through His great mercy God has caused Christians to be “born again” to an inheritance that is "imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you”. But it's not only the inheritance that's being kept - Christians are as well. The power that keeps the inheritance reserved for Christians is the same power that keeps Christians reserved for the inheritance. The way a Christian lives should showcase who he/she is in Christ. Christians should understand their calling as missionaries who live out what they say they believe. A Christian’s true identity is found in the eternal appointment of a sovereign God.… Rod Ohmes 2316 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920647/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inheritanceforexiles1peter115r/id/3762030.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920647 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, hope, born again, sovereign, imperishable, undefiled, unfading, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-1:5, Series: Letters from Peter Part#2 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 21:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The way a Christian lives should showcase who he/she is in Christ. Christians should understand their calling as missionaries who live out what they say they believe. A Christian’s true identity is found in the eternal appointment of a sovereign God. God’s people are chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying action of the Spirit, to be obedient to Jesus and to be sprinkled with his blood. When Peter considered God’s mercy in being born again, he knew that the motive for God’s work is found in Him, not in us. We are born again to “a living hope” because we have eternal life in a Savior who has conquered death Himself. It’s a "living hope" because it’s tied to the resurrection. Through His great mercy God has caused Christians to be “born again” to an inheritance that is "imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you”. But it's not only the inheritance that's being kept - Christians are as well. The power that keeps the inheritance reserved for Christians is the same power that keeps Christians reserved for the inheritance. The way a Christian lives should showcase who he/she is in Christ. Christians should understand their calling as missionaries who live out what they say they believe. A Christian’s true identity is found in the eternal appointment of a sovereign God. God’s people are chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying action of the Spirit, to be obedient to Jesus and to be sprinkled with his blood. When Peter considered God’s mercy in being born again, he knew that the motive for God’s work is found in Him, not in us. We are born again to “a living hope” because we have eternal life in a Savior who has conquered death Himself. It’s a "living hope" because it’s tied to the resurrection. Through His great mercy God has caused Christians to be “born again” to an inheritance that is "imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you”. But it's not only the inheritance that's being kept - Christians are as well. The power that keeps the inheritance reserved for Christians is the same power that keeps Christians reserved for the inheritance. The way a Christian lives should showcase who he/she is in Christ. Christians should understand their calling as missionaries who live out what they say they believe. A Christian’s true identity is found in the eternal appointment of a sovereign God.… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920647/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inheritanceforexiles1peter115r/id/419207 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920647 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, inheritance, hope, born again, sovereign, imperishable, undefiled, unfading, Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-1:5, Series: Letters from Peter Part#2 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 21:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter’s letters to the church were more than just friendly notes of encouragement; they were to teach Christians how to live as missionaries. He said that Christians are spiritual exiles awaiting their heavenly inheritance. Paul Akin says, "Who we are in terms of our identity as Christians shapes the course of our mission.” Said another way, "Who we are determines how we live". What a Christian proclaims with their lips and their life matters. The inheritance of God’s people is one that is imperishable, undefiled and unfading, kept in heaven by the power of God. Peter’s letters to the church were more than just friendly notes of encouragement; they were to teach Christians how to live as missionaries. He said that Christians are spiritual exiles awaiting their heavenly inheritance. Paul Akin says, "Who we are in terms of our identity as Christians shapes the course of our mission.” Said another way, "Who we are determines how we live". What a Christian proclaims with their lips and their life matters. The inheritance of God’s people is one that is imperishable, undefiled and unfading, kept in heaven by the power of God. Peter’s letters to the church were more than just friendly notes of encouragement; they were to teach Christians how to live as missionaries. He said that Christians are spiritual exiles awaiting their heavenly inheritance. Paul Akin says, "Who we ar… Rod Ohmes 2160 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920639/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_introduction12peterrodohmes/id/3762027.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920639 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, identity, lifestyle, message, hope, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-2:12, Series: Letters from Peter Part#1 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 21:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter’s letters to the church were more than just friendly notes of encouragement; they were to teach Christians how to live as missionaries. He said that Christians are spiritual exiles awaiting their heavenly inheritance. Paul Akin says, "Who we are in terms of our identity as Christians shapes the course of our mission.” Said another way, "Who we are determines how we live". What a Christian proclaims with their lips and their life matters. The inheritance of God’s people is one that is imperishable, undefiled and unfading, kept in heaven by the power of God. Peter’s letters to the church were more than just friendly notes of encouragement; they were to teach Christians how to live as missionaries. He said that Christians are spiritual exiles awaiting their heavenly inheritance. Paul Akin says, "Who we are in terms of our identity as Christians shapes the course of our mission.” Said another way, "Who we are determines how we live". What a Christian proclaims with their lips and their life matters. The inheritance of God’s people is one that is imperishable, undefiled and unfading, kept in heaven by the power of God. Peter’s letters to the church were more than just friendly notes of encouragement; they were to teach Christians how to live as missionaries. He said that Christians are spiritual exiles awaiting their heavenly inheritance. Paul Akin says, "Who we ar… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920639/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_introduction12peterrodohmes/id/419206 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21920639 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Peter, identity, lifestyle, message, hope, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-2:12, Series: Letters from Peter Part#1 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 19:58:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Isaiah was sent to king Ahaz in Isaiah 7 to challenge him to believe and obey God, but he would not "put the Lord to the test" (despite the Lord's instructions to do so). So GOD took matters into His own hands and chose the sign [v.14] - "the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” The sign of God’s power and faithfulness to His people would be that He would come to earth and be born in the likeness of men. It may not have been a royal birth, but make no mistake – this baby would rule. He is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. The names of this future King are names associated with God Himself. God was born and walked among us in the person of Jesus. Isaiah was sent to king Ahaz in Isaiah 7 to challenge him to believe and obey God, but he would not "put the Lord to the test" (despite the Lord's instructions to do so). So GOD took matters into His own hands and chose the sign [v.14] - "the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” The sign of God’s power and faithfulness to His people would be that He would come to earth and be born in the likeness of men. It may not have been a royal birth, but make no mistake – this baby would rule. He is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. The names of this future King are names associated with God Himself. God was born and walked among us in the person of Jesus. Isaiah was sent to king Ahaz in Isaiah 7 to challenge him to believe and obey God, but he would not "put the Lord to the test" (despite the Lord's instructions to do so). So GOD took matters into His own hands and chose the sign [v.14] - "the virgin sh… Rod Ohmes 1601 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913749/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shadowsofthesaviorisaiahrodohm/id/3755461.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913749 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Isaiah, Ahaz, Hezekiah, sign, virgin, son, child, royal, names, light, darkness, Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-9:7, Isaiah 8:22, Isaiah 9:2 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 19:58:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Isaiah was sent to king Ahaz in Isaiah 7 to challenge him to believe and obey God, but he would not "put the Lord to the test" (despite the Lord's instructions to do so). So GOD took matters into His own hands and chose the sign [v.14] - "the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” The sign of God’s power and faithfulness to His people would be that He would come to earth and be born in the likeness of men. It may not have been a royal birth, but make no mistake – this baby would rule. He is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. The names of this future King are names associated with God Himself. God was born and walked among us in the person of Jesus. Isaiah was sent to king Ahaz in Isaiah 7 to challenge him to believe and obey God, but he would not "put the Lord to the test" (despite the Lord's instructions to do so). So GOD took matters into His own hands and chose the sign [v.14] - "the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” The sign of God’s power and faithfulness to His people would be that He would come to earth and be born in the likeness of men. It may not have been a royal birth, but make no mistake – this baby would rule. He is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. The names of this future King are names associated with God Himself. God was born and walked among us in the person of Jesus. Isaiah was sent to king Ahaz in Isaiah 7 to challenge him to believe and obey God, but he would not "put the Lord to the test" (despite the Lord's instructions to do so). So GOD took matters into His own hands and chose the sign [v.14] - "the virgin sh… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913749/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_shadowsofthesaviorisaiahrodohm/id/418696 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913749 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Isaiah, Ahaz, Hezekiah, sign, virgin, son, child, royal, names, light, darkness, Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-9:7, Isaiah 8:22, Isaiah 9:2 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 19:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes King Balak tried to bribe Balaam to curse Israel three different times, but each time God told him to bless Israel instead cursing them. In Balaam's fourth oracle we find a shadow of the Savior in [v.17] - “I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near...” The man prophesied about would be a "star" and a "scepter". These are both names and titles given to the Messiah. Christ was born as a little baby in a manger, but He has brought light into the world and He rules it with complete authority. King Balak tried to bribe Balaam to curse Israel three different times, but each time God told him to bless Israel instead cursing them. In Balaam's fourth oracle we find a shadow of the Savior in [v.17] - “I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near...” The man prophesied about would be a "star" and a "scepter". These are both names and titles given to the Messiah. Christ was born as a little baby in a manger, but He has brought light into the world and He rules it with complete authority. King Balak tried to bribe Balaam to curse Israel three different times, but each time God told him to bless Israel instead cursing them. In Balaam's fourth oracle we find a shadow of the Savior in [v.17] - “I see him, but not now; I behold him, but no… Rod Ohmes 1232 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913747/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shadowsofthesaviornumbersrodoh/id/3755459.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913747 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Numbers, Balak, Balaam, donkey, curse, bless, star, scepter, Scripture: Numbers 24:17, Genesis 49:10, Psalms 45:6, Series: Shadows of the Savior [Advent 2021] Part#3 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 19:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes King Balak tried to bribe Balaam to curse Israel three different times, but each time God told him to bless Israel instead cursing them. In Balaam's fourth oracle we find a shadow of the Savior in [v.17] - “I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near...” The man prophesied about would be a "star" and a "scepter". These are both names and titles given to the Messiah. Christ was born as a little baby in a manger, but He has brought light into the world and He rules it with complete authority. King Balak tried to bribe Balaam to curse Israel three different times, but each time God told him to bless Israel instead cursing them. In Balaam's fourth oracle we find a shadow of the Savior in [v.17] - “I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near...” The man prophesied about would be a "star" and a "scepter". These are both names and titles given to the Messiah. Christ was born as a little baby in a manger, but He has brought light into the world and He rules it with complete authority. King Balak tried to bribe Balaam to curse Israel three different times, but each time God told him to bless Israel instead cursing them. In Balaam's fourth oracle we find a shadow of the Savior in [v.17] - “I see him, but not now; I behold him, but no… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913747/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_shadowsofthesaviornumbersrodoh/id/418695 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21913747 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Numbers, Balak, Balaam, donkey, curse, bless, star, scepter, Scripture: Numbers 24:17, Genesis 49:10, Psalms 45:6, Series: Shadows of the Savior [Advent 2021] Part#3 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 21:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Jeremiah 22:4-5, Jeremiah is holding out a promise or a threat, prosperity or destruction. The prophets of old confronted wickedness & warned of judgment, but they also proclaimed God’s truth with confidence and held on tightly to hope. They reminded God’s people of the promise of a lasting, eternal kingdom found in the distant hope that a “righteous Branch” will be raised up for David. But the kings of Israel & Judah were, by and large, not good at leading God's people in His ways. They earned judgment after judgment due to their disobedience and self-centeredness. And yet, there’s hope nestled here in the midst of all these guarantees of hard judgment. God would install a King who would reign and rule with wisdom and justice and righteousness throughout the earth. He would be our righteousness, and He would bring about peace with God. In Jeremiah 22:4-5, Jeremiah is holding out a promise or a threat, prosperity or destruction. The prophets of old confronted wickedness & warned of judgment, but they also proclaimed God’s truth with confidence and held on tightly to hope. They reminded God’s people of the promise of a lasting, eternal kingdom found in the distant hope that a “righteous Branch” will be raised up for David. But the kings of Israel & Judah were, by and large, not good at leading God's people in His ways. They earned judgment after judgment due to their disobedience and self-centeredness. And yet, there’s hope nestled here in the midst of all these guarantees of hard judgment. God would install a King who would reign and rule with wisdom and justice and righteousness throughout the earth. He would be our righteousness, and He would bring about peace with God. In Jeremiah 22:4-5, Jeremiah is holding out a promise or a threat, prosperity or destruction. The prophets of old confronted wickedness & warned of judgment, but they also proclaimed God’s truth with confidence and held on tightly to hope. They reminde… Rod Ohmes 1426 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shadowsofthesavioreremiahrodoh/id/3749901.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907888 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Jeremiah, kings, Josiah, righteousness, truth, root, branch, shoot, Jesse, Davi, Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-23:6, Romans 10:1-10:4, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 15:12-15:13 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 21:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Jeremiah 22:4-5, Jeremiah is holding out a promise or a threat, prosperity or destruction. The prophets of old confronted wickedness & warned of judgment, but they also proclaimed God’s truth with confidence and held on tightly to hope. They reminded God’s people of the promise of a lasting, eternal kingdom found in the distant hope that a “righteous Branch” will be raised up for David. But the kings of Israel & Judah were, by and large, not good at leading God's people in His ways. They earned judgment after judgment due to their disobedience and self-centeredness. And yet, there’s hope nestled here in the midst of all these guarantees of hard judgment. God would install a King who would reign and rule with wisdom and justice and righteousness throughout the earth. He would be our righteousness, and He would bring about peace with God. In Jeremiah 22:4-5, Jeremiah is holding out a promise or a threat, prosperity or destruction. The prophets of old confronted wickedness & warned of judgment, but they also proclaimed God’s truth with confidence and held on tightly to hope. They reminded God’s people of the promise of a lasting, eternal kingdom found in the distant hope that a “righteous Branch” will be raised up for David. But the kings of Israel & Judah were, by and large, not good at leading God's people in His ways. They earned judgment after judgment due to their disobedience and self-centeredness. And yet, there’s hope nestled here in the midst of all these guarantees of hard judgment. God would install a King who would reign and rule with wisdom and justice and righteousness throughout the earth. He would be our righteousness, and He would bring about peace with God. In Jeremiah 22:4-5, Jeremiah is holding out a promise or a threat, prosperity or destruction. The prophets of old confronted wickedness & warned of judgment, but they also proclaimed God’s truth with confidence and held on tightly to hope. They reminde… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_shadowsofthesavioreremiahrodoh/id/418353 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907888 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Jeremiah, kings, Josiah, righteousness, truth, root, branch, shoot, Jesse, Davi, Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-23:6, Romans 10:1-10:4, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 15:12-15:13 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 17:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Phillip (John 1:45), Jesus, & the New Testament authors all concluded that Jesus was who all the writers of the Old Testament were writing about. All of Scripture points to Christ as Emmanuel, “God with us”. Before God even pronounced judgment on Adam & Eve for their sin, He revealed His plan to defeat the devil through one unique man who would come from the family of Eve. Genesis 3:15 promised that one special man from the woman’s seed would destroy the works of the devil, and that He would be wounded in the process. Genesis 3:15 is the first promise of the Incarnation, the first glimpse of God in the flesh, the first Shadow of the Savior. And when Jesus conquered death, He crushed the head of the serpent. He is the Savior seed of Eve who was bruised & killed in your place, but who victoriously conquered sin & death & Satan and is calling you to find life and purpose in Him today. Phillip (John 1:45), Jesus, & the New Testament authors all concluded that Jesus was who all the writers of the Old Testament were writing about. All of Scripture points to Christ as Emmanuel, “God with us”. Before God even pronounced judgment on Adam & Eve for their sin, He revealed His plan to defeat the devil through one unique man who would come from the family of Eve. Genesis 3:15 promised that one special man from the woman’s seed would destroy the works of the devil, and that He would be wounded in the process. Genesis 3:15 is the first promise of the Incarnation, the first glimpse of God in the flesh, the first Shadow of the Savior. And when Jesus conquered death, He crushed the head of the serpent. He is the Savior seed of Eve who was bruised & killed in your place, but who victoriously conquered sin & death & Satan and is calling you to find life and purpose in Him today. Phillip (John 1:45), Jesus, & the New Testament authors all concluded that Jesus was who all the writers of the Old Testament were writing about. All of Scripture points to Christ as Emmanuel, “God with us”. Before God even pronounced judgment on Ada… Rod Ohmes 1970 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shadowsofthesaviorgenesisrodoh/id/3749807.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907786 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Genesis, fall, garden, redemption, shadow, Savior, Satan, serpent, sin, walk, Scripture: Genesis 3:15, John 1:45, Luke 24:44, Hebrews 2:14 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 17:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Phillip (John 1:45), Jesus, & the New Testament authors all concluded that Jesus was who all the writers of the Old Testament were writing about. All of Scripture points to Christ as Emmanuel, “God with us”. Before God even pronounced judgment on Adam & Eve for their sin, He revealed His plan to defeat the devil through one unique man who would come from the family of Eve. Genesis 3:15 promised that one special man from the woman’s seed would destroy the works of the devil, and that He would be wounded in the process. Genesis 3:15 is the first promise of the Incarnation, the first glimpse of God in the flesh, the first Shadow of the Savior. And when Jesus conquered death, He crushed the head of the serpent. He is the Savior seed of Eve who was bruised & killed in your place, but who victoriously conquered sin & death & Satan and is calling you to find life and purpose in Him today. Phillip (John 1:45), Jesus, & the New Testament authors all concluded that Jesus was who all the writers of the Old Testament were writing about. All of Scripture points to Christ as Emmanuel, “God with us”. Before God even pronounced judgment on Adam & Eve for their sin, He revealed His plan to defeat the devil through one unique man who would come from the family of Eve. Genesis 3:15 promised that one special man from the woman’s seed would destroy the works of the devil, and that He would be wounded in the process. Genesis 3:15 is the first promise of the Incarnation, the first glimpse of God in the flesh, the first Shadow of the Savior. And when Jesus conquered death, He crushed the head of the serpent. He is the Savior seed of Eve who was bruised & killed in your place, but who victoriously conquered sin & death & Satan and is calling you to find life and purpose in Him today. Phillip (John 1:45), Jesus, & the New Testament authors all concluded that Jesus was who all the writers of the Old Testament were writing about. All of Scripture points to Christ as Emmanuel, “God with us”. Before God even pronounced judgment on Ada… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_shadowsofthesaviorgenesisrodoh/id/418331 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21907786 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Advent, promise, Genesis, fall, garden, redemption, shadow, Savior, Satan, serpent, sin, walk, Scripture: Genesis 3:15, John 1:45, Luke 24:44, Hebrews 2:14 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 18:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In these last five Hallelujah Psalms, every word is praise. As the psalmist instructs all created things to praise the Lord in Psalm 148, he follows the creation order from Genesis 1. God made everything in His image and good, but He is still superior in every way. He is to be exalted, not us. “He is good to all, but he is God to His people.” - Charles Spurgeon on v.14. God’s people are pictured in 149:6 as ready for battle, equipped with two mighty weapons. 1. “the high praises of God in their throats” 2. “two-edged swords in their hands” Christians still go into battle the same way today – with the praises of God on their lips and the two-edged sword of God’s Word in their hands. The Lord’s plan isn’t always what we would expect, but it always accomplishes exactly what He intends. - In every place – praise the Lord! - For every reason – praise the Lord! - With every expression – praise the Lord! - With every available breath – praise the Lord! In these last five Hallelujah Psalms, every word is praise. As the psalmist instructs all created things to praise the Lord in Psalm 148, he follows the creation order from Genesis 1. God made everything in His image and good, but He is still superior in every way. He is to be exalted, not us. “He is good to all, but he is God to His people.” - Charles Spurgeon on v.14. God’s people are pictured in 149:6 as ready for battle, equipped with two mighty weapons. 1. “the high praises of God in their throats” 2. “two-edged swords in their hands” Christians still go into battle the same way today – with the praises of God on their lips and the two-edged sword of God’s Word in their hands. The Lord’s plan isn’t always what we would expect, but it always accomplishes exactly what He intends. - In every place – praise the Lord! - For every reason – praise the Lord! - With every expression – praise the Lord! - With every available breath – praise the Lord! In these last five Hallelujah Psalms, every word is praise. As the psalmist instructs all created things to praise the Lord in Psalm 148, he follows the creation order from Genesis 1. God made everything in His image and good, but He is still superior … Rod Ohmes 2301 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901381/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm148150finaleofpraiserodoh/id/3743681.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901381 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, joy, Hallelujah, song, loud, Scripture: Psalms 148:1-148:14, Psalms 149:1-149:9, Psalms 150:1-150:6, Revelation 5:11-5:13, Philippians 2:9-2:11, 2 Chronicles 20:22-20:23 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 18:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In these last five Hallelujah Psalms, every word is praise. As the psalmist instructs all created things to praise the Lord in Psalm 148, he follows the creation order from Genesis 1. God made everything in His image and good, but He is still superior in every way. He is to be exalted, not us. “He is good to all, but he is God to His people.” - Charles Spurgeon on v.14. God’s people are pictured in 149:6 as ready for battle, equipped with two mighty weapons. 1. “the high praises of God in their throats” 2. “two-edged swords in their hands” Christians still go into battle the same way today – with the praises of God on their lips and the two-edged sword of God’s Word in their hands. The Lord’s plan isn’t always what we would expect, but it always accomplishes exactly what He intends. - In every place – praise the Lord! - For every reason – praise the Lord! - With every expression – praise the Lord! - With every available breath – praise the Lord! In these last five Hallelujah Psalms, every word is praise. As the psalmist instructs all created things to praise the Lord in Psalm 148, he follows the creation order from Genesis 1. God made everything in His image and good, but He is still superior in every way. He is to be exalted, not us. “He is good to all, but he is God to His people.” - Charles Spurgeon on v.14. God’s people are pictured in 149:6 as ready for battle, equipped with two mighty weapons. 1. “the high praises of God in their throats” 2. “two-edged swords in their hands” Christians still go into battle the same way today – with the praises of God on their lips and the two-edged sword of God’s Word in their hands. The Lord’s plan isn’t always what we would expect, but it always accomplishes exactly what He intends. - In every place – praise the Lord! - For every reason – praise the Lord! - With every expression – praise the Lord! - With every available breath – praise the Lord! In these last five Hallelujah Psalms, every word is praise. As the psalmist instructs all created things to praise the Lord in Psalm 148, he follows the creation order from Genesis 1. God made everything in His image and good, but He is still superior … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901381/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm148150finaleofpraiserodoh/id/417816 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901381 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, joy, Hallelujah, song, loud, Scripture: Psalms 148:1-148:14, Psalms 149:1-149:9, Psalms 150:1-150:6, Revelation 5:11-5:13, Philippians 2:9-2:11, 2 Chronicles 20:22-20:23 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 18:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God teaches us that it’s best left up to Him to avenge, because we find it extremely difficult to react in justice rather than in revenge. You can’t read Scripture & come away with any other conclusion but that God loves righteous justice. So when earthly authorities aim to dispense justice according to what God says is good, then God - in Romans 13 - calls Christians to submit to that kind of authority. But when those in authority carry out their wicked purposes under the disguise of “law”, it gives evidence to the fact that they aren’t really aligned with God (1 John 1:6). But no matter what the lawmakers do, God is the rock of refuge for the Christian. - "No matter the news, the purpose of the Lord will stand" - WorldWatch News. wicked person in [v. 8-11]. - dull - fools - thoughts are futile God in [v.8-11]: o He hears because He planted the ear o He sees because He formed the eye o He rebukes because He is the only righteous judge o He knows who men really are The psalm begins with trusting God to set things right and ends with the same confidence. “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul”. God teaches us that it’s best left up to Him to avenge, because we find it extremely difficult to react in justice rather than in revenge. You can’t read Scripture & come away with any other conclusion but that God loves righteous justice. So when earthly authorities aim to dispense justice according to what God says is good, then God - in Romans 13 - calls Christians to submit to that kind of authority. But when those in authority carry out their wicked purposes under the disguise of “law”, it gives evidence to the fact that they aren’t really aligned with God (1 John 1:6). But no matter what the lawmakers do, God is the rock of refuge for the Christian. - "No matter the news, the purpose of the Lord will stand" - WorldWatch News. wicked person in [v. 8-11]. - dull - fools - thoughts are futile God in [v.8-11]: o He hears because He planted the ear o He sees because He formed the eye o He rebukes because He is the only righteous judge o He knows who men really are The psalm begins with trusting God to set things right and ends with the same confidence. “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul”. God teaches us that it’s best left up to Him to avenge, because we find it extremely difficult to react in justice rather than in revenge. You can’t read Scripture & come away with any other conclusion but that God loves righteous justice. So when eart… Rod Ohmes 2193 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901378/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm94lamentwhencaresaremanyr/id/3743667.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901378 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, cares, soul, revenge, avenge, justice, truth, just, Scripture: Psalms 94:1-94:23, Lamentations 3:57-3:66, 1 John 1:6-1:6, Series: Psalms: Session Part#42 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 18:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God teaches us that it’s best left up to Him to avenge, because we find it extremely difficult to react in justice rather than in revenge. You can’t read Scripture & come away with any other conclusion but that God loves righteous justice. So when earthly authorities aim to dispense justice according to what God says is good, then God - in Romans 13 - calls Christians to submit to that kind of authority. But when those in authority carry out their wicked purposes under the disguise of “law”, it gives evidence to the fact that they aren’t really aligned with God (1 John 1:6). But no matter what the lawmakers do, God is the rock of refuge for the Christian. - "No matter the news, the purpose of the Lord will stand" - WorldWatch News. wicked person in [v. 8-11]. - dull - fools - thoughts are futile God in [v.8-11]: o He hears because He planted the ear o He sees because He formed the eye o He rebukes because He is the only righteous judge o He knows who men really are The psalm begins with trusting God to set things right and ends with the same confidence. “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul”. God teaches us that it’s best left up to Him to avenge, because we find it extremely difficult to react in justice rather than in revenge. You can’t read Scripture & come away with any other conclusion but that God loves righteous justice. So when earthly authorities aim to dispense justice according to what God says is good, then God - in Romans 13 - calls Christians to submit to that kind of authority. But when those in authority carry out their wicked purposes under the disguise of “law”, it gives evidence to the fact that they aren’t really aligned with God (1 John 1:6). But no matter what the lawmakers do, God is the rock of refuge for the Christian. - "No matter the news, the purpose of the Lord will stand" - WorldWatch News. wicked person in [v. 8-11]. - dull - fools - thoughts are futile God in [v.8-11]: o He hears because He planted the ear o He sees because He formed the eye o He rebukes because He is the only righteous judge o He knows who men really are The psalm begins with trusting God to set things right and ends with the same confidence. “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul”. God teaches us that it’s best left up to Him to avenge, because we find it extremely difficult to react in justice rather than in revenge. You can’t read Scripture & come away with any other conclusion but that God loves righteous justice. So when eart… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901378/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm94lamentwhencaresaremanyr/id/417812 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901378 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, cares, soul, revenge, avenge, justice, truth, just, Scripture: Psalms 94:1-94:23, Lamentations 3:57-3:66, 1 John 1:6-1:6, Series: Psalms: Session Part#42 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Notice right away that we aren’t being told just to give thanks because of everything the Lord has done for us; we are commanded to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Gratefulness should come from a recognition that He is in and of Himself good. The author gave thanks for answered prayer & salvation (v.21). Exodus 15:2 - "The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father's God, and I will exalt him." If you have been rescued from the domain of darkness and brought into the light, saved from eternal spiritual death by God’s grace, doesn’t He deserve your devotion? Psalm 118:27 -> Numbers 6:22-26 The love that sustained Jesus on the cross is the same love given to every person who believes. Notice right away that we aren’t being told just to give thanks because of everything the Lord has done for us; we are commanded to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Gratefulness should come from a recognition that He is in and of Himself good. The author gave thanks for answered prayer & salvation (v.21). Exodus 15:2 - "The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father's God, and I will exalt him." If you have been rescued from the domain of darkness and brought into the light, saved from eternal spiritual death by God’s grace, doesn’t He deserve your devotion? Psalm 118:27 -> Numbers 6:22-26 The love that sustained Jesus on the cross is the same love given to every person who believes. Notice right away that we aren’t being told just to give thanks because of everything the Lord has done for us; we are commanded to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Gratefulness should come from a recognition that He is in and of Himself goo… Rod Ohmes 2900 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901371/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm118thanksgivingstrengthso/id/3743662.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901371 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanks, thanksgiving, strength, song, salvation, , Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:29, Exodus 15:1-15:2, Numbers 6:22-6:26, Series: Psalms: Session Part#41 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Notice right away that we aren’t being told just to give thanks because of everything the Lord has done for us; we are commanded to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Gratefulness should come from a recognition that He is in and of Himself good. The author gave thanks for answered prayer & salvation (v.21). Exodus 15:2 - "The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father's God, and I will exalt him." If you have been rescued from the domain of darkness and brought into the light, saved from eternal spiritual death by God’s grace, doesn’t He deserve your devotion? Psalm 118:27 -> Numbers 6:22-26 The love that sustained Jesus on the cross is the same love given to every person who believes. Notice right away that we aren’t being told just to give thanks because of everything the Lord has done for us; we are commanded to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Gratefulness should come from a recognition that He is in and of Himself good. The author gave thanks for answered prayer & salvation (v.21). Exodus 15:2 - "The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father's God, and I will exalt him." If you have been rescued from the domain of darkness and brought into the light, saved from eternal spiritual death by God’s grace, doesn’t He deserve your devotion? Psalm 118:27 -> Numbers 6:22-26 The love that sustained Jesus on the cross is the same love given to every person who believes. Notice right away that we aren’t being told just to give thanks because of everything the Lord has done for us; we are commanded to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Gratefulness should come from a recognition that He is in and of Himself goo… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901371/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm118thanksgivingstrengthso/id/417810 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21901371 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanks, thanksgiving, strength, song, salvation, , Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:29, Exodus 15:1-15:2, Numbers 6:22-6:26, Series: Psalms: Session Part#41 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 17:02:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Both confession and forgiveness are blessings from God that produce joy in the believer. - Last verse of Psalm 32 – “…shout for joy, all you upright in heart”. - First verse of Psalm 33 – “Shout for joy in the Lord, you righteous…”. [v.1] No matter what you see going on around you, you can be sure that God’s purpose will stand. Though it sometimes seems strange to us, God’s ways are always right. For those who hope in His steadfast love, God will rescue them from ruin and nourish them in time of need. God alone is our dependence. God’s love is continually given to help our unbelief, bolster our faith, and to increase our hope. Both confession and forgiveness are blessings from God that produce joy in the believer. - Last verse of Psalm 32 – “…shout for joy, all you upright in heart”. - First verse of Psalm 33 – “Shout for joy in the Lord, you righteous…”. [v.1] No matter what you see going on around you, you can be sure that God’s purpose will stand. Though it sometimes seems strange to us, God’s ways are always right. For those who hope in His steadfast love, God will rescue them from ruin and nourish them in time of need. God alone is our dependence. God’s love is continually given to help our unbelief, bolster our faith, and to increase our hope. Both confession and forgiveness are blessings from God that produce joy in the believer. - Last verse of Psalm 32 – “…shout for joy, all you upright in heart”. - First verse of Psalm 33 – “Shout for joy in the Lord, you righteous…”. [v.1] No matter w… Rod Ohmes 2560 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891165/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm33praiseaboveallrodohmes/id/3734626.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891165 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, joy, sing, hope, love, greatness, mercy, purposes, will, plans, Scripture: Psalms 33:1-33:22, Series: Psalms: Session Part#40 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 17:02:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Both confession and forgiveness are blessings from God that produce joy in the believer. - Last verse of Psalm 32 – “…shout for joy, all you upright in heart”. - First verse of Psalm 33 – “Shout for joy in the Lord, you righteous…”. [v.1] No matter what you see going on around you, you can be sure that God’s purpose will stand. Though it sometimes seems strange to us, God’s ways are always right. For those who hope in His steadfast love, God will rescue them from ruin and nourish them in time of need. God alone is our dependence. God’s love is continually given to help our unbelief, bolster our faith, and to increase our hope. Both confession and forgiveness are blessings from God that produce joy in the believer. - Last verse of Psalm 32 – “…shout for joy, all you upright in heart”. - First verse of Psalm 33 – “Shout for joy in the Lord, you righteous…”. [v.1] No matter what you see going on around you, you can be sure that God’s purpose will stand. Though it sometimes seems strange to us, God’s ways are always right. For those who hope in His steadfast love, God will rescue them from ruin and nourish them in time of need. God alone is our dependence. God’s love is continually given to help our unbelief, bolster our faith, and to increase our hope. Both confession and forgiveness are blessings from God that produce joy in the believer. - Last verse of Psalm 32 – “…shout for joy, all you upright in heart”. - First verse of Psalm 33 – “Shout for joy in the Lord, you righteous…”. [v.1] No matter w… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891165/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm33praiseaboveallrodohmes/id/417200 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891165 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, joy, sing, hope, love, greatness, mercy, purposes, will, plans, Scripture: Psalms 33:1-33:22, Series: Psalms: Session Part#40 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 16:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Confession of sin is a foundational truth upon which good relationships are created and maintained. If the truth about our sin should drive us to confession (it should), the truth about God’s forgiveness should drive us to joy! Instead of fearing the correction & discipline of the Lord, we should fear being indifferent to our sin. But when we humble ourselves in confession, God is faithful to forgive. Confession of sin is a foundational truth upon which good relationships are created and maintained. If the truth about our sin should drive us to confession (it should), the truth about God’s forgiveness should drive us to joy! Instead of fearing the correction & discipline of the Lord, we should fear being indifferent to our sin. But when we humble ourselves in confession, God is faithful to forgive. Confession of sin is a foundational truth upon which good relationships are created and maintained. If the truth about our sin should drive us to confession (it should), the truth about God’s forgiveness should drive us to joy! Instead of fearing the… Rod Ohmes 2241 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891149/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm32wisdomtheblessingofconf/id/3734620.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891149 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, confession, forgiveness, blessing, joy, confess, uncover, hide, Scripture: Psalms 32:1-32:11, Series: Psalms: Session Part#39 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 16:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Confession of sin is a foundational truth upon which good relationships are created and maintained. If the truth about our sin should drive us to confession (it should), the truth about God’s forgiveness should drive us to joy! Instead of fearing the correction & discipline of the Lord, we should fear being indifferent to our sin. But when we humble ourselves in confession, God is faithful to forgive. Confession of sin is a foundational truth upon which good relationships are created and maintained. If the truth about our sin should drive us to confession (it should), the truth about God’s forgiveness should drive us to joy! Instead of fearing the correction & discipline of the Lord, we should fear being indifferent to our sin. But when we humble ourselves in confession, God is faithful to forgive. Confession of sin is a foundational truth upon which good relationships are created and maintained. If the truth about our sin should drive us to confession (it should), the truth about God’s forgiveness should drive us to joy! Instead of fearing the… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891149/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm32wisdomtheblessingofconf/id/417199 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21891149 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, confession, forgiveness, blessing, joy, confess, uncover, hide, Scripture: Psalms 32:1-32:11, Series: Psalms: Session Part#39 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 16:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Before David slayed the giant or was considered for kingship, he was a shepherd. But we need to read Psalm 23 not from David’s perspective as a shepherd, but from the perspective of a sheep (as David says). God has chosen to shepherd His people, so He has a vested interest in His sheep. He guides the flock, protects it, and cares for it Himself. The phrase “I shall not want” is both a declaration and a decision. It's something that's already true but also a decision that Christians make each day - Jesus is (more than) enough. The shepherd knows when his sheep need rest, green pastures, & quiet waters, and he knows when his sheep need to be guided down paths they might not go themselves. Being close to the shepherd didn’t remove the presence of evil, but it certainly took away the fear of evil. More than anything else, David’s greatest comfort and deepest joy was that he would “dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. We only face “the shadow of death” because Jesus took the full reality of death in our place. Before David slayed the giant or was considered for kingship, he was a shepherd. But we need to read Psalm 23 not from David’s perspective as a shepherd, but from the perspective of a sheep (as David says). God has chosen to shepherd His people, so He has a vested interest in His sheep. He guides the flock, protects it, and cares for it Himself. The phrase “I shall not want” is both a declaration and a decision. It's something that's already true but also a decision that Christians make each day - Jesus is (more than) enough. The shepherd knows when his sheep need rest, green pastures, & quiet waters, and he knows when his sheep need to be guided down paths they might not go themselves. Being close to the shepherd didn’t remove the presence of evil, but it certainly took away the fear of evil. More than anything else, David’s greatest comfort and deepest joy was that he would “dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. We only face “the shadow of death” because Jesus took the full reality of death in our place. Before David slayed the giant or was considered for kingship, he was a shepherd. But we need to read Psalm 23 not from David’s perspective as a shepherd, but from the perspective of a sheep (as David says). God has chosen to shepherd His people, so H… Rod Ohmes 2164 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21884639/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm23thanksgivingshepherdhos/id/3728377.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21884639 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, shepherd, host, sheep, valley of the shadow of death, discipline, restore, Scripture: Psalms 23:1-23:6, Series: Psalms: Session Part#38 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 16:52:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Before David slayed the giant or was considered for kingship, he was a shepherd. But we need to read Psalm 23 not from David’s perspective as a shepherd, but from the perspective of a sheep (as David says). God has chosen to shepherd His people, so He has a vested interest in His sheep. He guides the flock, protects it, and cares for it Himself. The phrase “I shall not want” is both a declaration and a decision. It's something that's already true but also a decision that Christians make each day - Jesus is (more than) enough. The shepherd knows when his sheep need rest, green pastures, & quiet waters, and he knows when his sheep need to be guided down paths they might not go themselves. Being close to the shepherd didn’t remove the presence of evil, but it certainly took away the fear of evil. More than anything else, David’s greatest comfort and deepest joy was that he would “dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. We only face “the shadow of death” because Jesus took the full reality of death in our place. Before David slayed the giant or was considered for kingship, he was a shepherd. But we need to read Psalm 23 not from David’s perspective as a shepherd, but from the perspective of a sheep (as David says). God has chosen to shepherd His people, so He has a vested interest in His sheep. He guides the flock, protects it, and cares for it Himself. The phrase “I shall not want” is both a declaration and a decision. It's something that's already true but also a decision that Christians make each day - Jesus is (more than) enough. The shepherd knows when his sheep need rest, green pastures, & quiet waters, and he knows when his sheep need to be guided down paths they might not go themselves. Being close to the shepherd didn’t remove the presence of evil, but it certainly took away the fear of evil. More than anything else, David’s greatest comfort and deepest joy was that he would “dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. We only face “the shadow of death” because Jesus took the full reality of death in our place. Before David slayed the giant or was considered for kingship, he was a shepherd. But we need to read Psalm 23 not from David’s perspective as a shepherd, but from the perspective of a sheep (as David says). God has chosen to shepherd His people, so H… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21884639/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm23thanksgivingshepherdhos/id/416775 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21884639 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, shepherd, host, sheep, valley of the shadow of death, discipline, restore, Scripture: Psalms 23:1-23:6, Series: Psalms: Session Part#38 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 17:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David was tempted the very way that we are tempted: to put our trust in other things. But he sits and waits in silence because of his confidence in God, because he trusts God alone. He is right to think of God as a Rock because of His strength and stability, but God isn’t insensitive and unfeeling like a rock is. We’re invited to pour out our hearts before Him, because He cares for us. “Nothing which does not shake the rock can shake the frail tent pitched on it.” David’s silence is not vague nothingness. He seeks times of silence because he hopes in God & because he’s hearing from God. David connects his hope in God to the Word of God [v.11-12]. David seeks quietness of soul so he can fill the space of the noise of life with more of God and His Word. It’s a purposeful silence. It’s a surrendered silence. It's a settled silence. David was tempted the very way that we are tempted: to put our trust in other things. But he sits and waits in silence because of his confidence in God, because he trusts God alone. He is right to think of God as a Rock because of His strength and stability, but God isn’t insensitive and unfeeling like a rock is. We’re invited to pour out our hearts before Him, because He cares for us. “Nothing which does not shake the rock can shake the frail tent pitched on it.” David’s silence is not vague nothingness. He seeks times of silence because he hopes in God & because he’s hearing from God. David connects his hope in God to the Word of God [v.11-12]. David seeks quietness of soul so he can fill the space of the noise of life with more of God and His Word. It’s a purposeful silence. It’s a surrendered silence. It's a settled silence. David was tempted the very way that we are tempted: to put our trust in other things. But he sits and waits in silence because of his confidence in God, because he trusts God alone. He is right to think of God as a Rock because of His strength and sta… Rod Ohmes 2012 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21881842/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm62wisdomsettledsilencerod/id/3725695.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21881842 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, silence, quiet, trust, rock, foundation, firm, confidence, , Scripture: Psalms 62:1-62:12, Series: Psalms: Session Part#37 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 17:05:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David was tempted the very way that we are tempted: to put our trust in other things. But he sits and waits in silence because of his confidence in God, because he trusts God alone. He is right to think of God as a Rock because of His strength and stability, but God isn’t insensitive and unfeeling like a rock is. We’re invited to pour out our hearts before Him, because He cares for us. “Nothing which does not shake the rock can shake the frail tent pitched on it.” David’s silence is not vague nothingness. He seeks times of silence because he hopes in God & because he’s hearing from God. David connects his hope in God to the Word of God [v.11-12]. David seeks quietness of soul so he can fill the space of the noise of life with more of God and His Word. It’s a purposeful silence. It’s a surrendered silence. It's a settled silence. David was tempted the very way that we are tempted: to put our trust in other things. But he sits and waits in silence because of his confidence in God, because he trusts God alone. He is right to think of God as a Rock because of His strength and stability, but God isn’t insensitive and unfeeling like a rock is. We’re invited to pour out our hearts before Him, because He cares for us. “Nothing which does not shake the rock can shake the frail tent pitched on it.” David’s silence is not vague nothingness. He seeks times of silence because he hopes in God & because he’s hearing from God. David connects his hope in God to the Word of God [v.11-12]. David seeks quietness of soul so he can fill the space of the noise of life with more of God and His Word. It’s a purposeful silence. It’s a surrendered silence. It's a settled silence. David was tempted the very way that we are tempted: to put our trust in other things. But he sits and waits in silence because of his confidence in God, because he trusts God alone. He is right to think of God as a Rock because of His strength and sta… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21881842/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm62wisdomsettledsilencerod/id/416592 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21881842 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, silence, quiet, trust, rock, foundation, firm, confidence, , Scripture: Psalms 62:1-62:12, Series: Psalms: Session Part#37 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 15:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor. 1:27-29). As strange as it seems to us, God wins with weakness. Compared to the self-existent and all-powerful God, we are so small. Despite the glaring contrast between God and man, the wonder of the incarnation and the beauty of the Gospel is that God DOES care about us, God DOES remember us. 1 Corinthians 15 and Hebrews 2 (quoting Psalm 8) show that this promise of "dominion" is now only incompletely fulfilled among men. Yet, it will be ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the ultimate Man, the second Adam, and not only that, but it will also be completely fulfilled in His resurrected followers. So where do we clearly see the majesty of God? In the face of His Son, Jesus Christ. "God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor. 1:27-29). As strange as it seems to us, God wins with weakness. Compared to the self-existent and all-powerful God, we are so small. Despite the glaring contrast between God and man, the wonder of the incarnation and the beauty of the Gospel is that God DOES care about us, God DOES remember us. 1 Corinthians 15 and Hebrews 2 (quoting Psalm 8) show that this promise of "dominion" is now only incompletely fulfilled among men. Yet, it will be ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the ultimate Man, the second Adam, and not only that, but it will also be completely fulfilled in His resurrected followers. So where do we clearly see the majesty of God? In the face of His Son, Jesus Christ. "God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor. 1:27-29). As strange as it seems to us, God wins with weakness. Compared to the self-existent and all-powerful God, we are … Rod Ohmes 2248 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21878636/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm8praisemaestyrodohmes/id/3722709.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21878636 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, majesty, heavens, weakness, strength, babies, mankind, , Scripture: Psalms 8:1-8:9, Hebrews 2:5-2:18, 1 Corinthians 15:27-15:28, Series: Psalms: Session Part#36 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 15:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor. 1:27-29). As strange as it seems to us, God wins with weakness. Compared to the self-existent and all-powerful God, we are so small. Despite the glaring contrast between God and man, the wonder of the incarnation and the beauty of the Gospel is that God DOES care about us, God DOES remember us. 1 Corinthians 15 and Hebrews 2 (quoting Psalm 8) show that this promise of "dominion" is now only incompletely fulfilled among men. Yet, it will be ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the ultimate Man, the second Adam, and not only that, but it will also be completely fulfilled in His resurrected followers. So where do we clearly see the majesty of God? In the face of His Son, Jesus Christ. "God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor. 1:27-29). As strange as it seems to us, God wins with weakness. Compared to the self-existent and all-powerful God, we are so small. Despite the glaring contrast between God and man, the wonder of the incarnation and the beauty of the Gospel is that God DOES care about us, God DOES remember us. 1 Corinthians 15 and Hebrews 2 (quoting Psalm 8) show that this promise of "dominion" is now only incompletely fulfilled among men. Yet, it will be ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the ultimate Man, the second Adam, and not only that, but it will also be completely fulfilled in His resurrected followers. So where do we clearly see the majesty of God? In the face of His Son, Jesus Christ. "God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor. 1:27-29). As strange as it seems to us, God wins with weakness. Compared to the self-existent and all-powerful God, we are … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21878636/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm8praisemaestyrodohmes/id/416393 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21878636 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, David, majesty, heavens, weakness, strength, babies, mankind, , Scripture: Psalms 8:1-8:9, Hebrews 2:5-2:18, 1 Corinthians 15:27-15:28, Series: Psalms: Session Part#36 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In life's difficult moments, it’s awfully easy to run from God instead of to God. It's also easy to get angry and complain. But David explains and demonstrates a better way. He says to examine your heart, choose to worship, & determine to put your trust again in the Lord. David knew that more than understanding all the answers, what we really need in trials is to experience the presence of God. This is the story of what the grace of God can do in the heart of everyone who puts their trust in Him. In life's difficult moments, it’s awfully easy to run from God instead of to God. It's also easy to get angry and complain. But David explains and demonstrates a better way. He says to examine your heart, choose to worship, & determine to put your trust again in the Lord. David knew that more than understanding all the answers, what we really need in trials is to experience the presence of God. This is the story of what the grace of God can do in the heart of everyone who puts their trust in Him. In life's difficult moments, it’s awfully easy to run from God instead of to God. It's also easy to get angry and complain. But David explains and demonstrates a better way. He says to examine your heart, choose to worship, & determine to put your tru… Rod Ohmes 2145 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21875223/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm4thanksgivingoypeacerodoh/id/3719630.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21875223 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, trust, trials, difficulties, worship, examine, determine, run, David, Scripture: Psalms 4:1-4:8, Hebrews 1:3-1:3, Psalms 119:135-119:135, Series: Psalms: Session Part#35 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In life's difficult moments, it’s awfully easy to run from God instead of to God. It's also easy to get angry and complain. But David explains and demonstrates a better way. He says to examine your heart, choose to worship, & determine to put your trust again in the Lord. David knew that more than understanding all the answers, what we really need in trials is to experience the presence of God. This is the story of what the grace of God can do in the heart of everyone who puts their trust in Him. In life's difficult moments, it’s awfully easy to run from God instead of to God. It's also easy to get angry and complain. But David explains and demonstrates a better way. He says to examine your heart, choose to worship, & determine to put your trust again in the Lord. David knew that more than understanding all the answers, what we really need in trials is to experience the presence of God. This is the story of what the grace of God can do in the heart of everyone who puts their trust in Him. In life's difficult moments, it’s awfully easy to run from God instead of to God. It's also easy to get angry and complain. But David explains and demonstrates a better way. He says to examine your heart, choose to worship, & determine to put your tru… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21875223/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm4thanksgivingoypeacerodoh/id/416157 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21875223 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, trust, trials, difficulties, worship, examine, determine, run, David, Scripture: Psalms 4:1-4:8, Hebrews 1:3-1:3, Psalms 119:135-119:135, Series: Psalms: Session Part#35 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 16:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Storms serve a purpose. Like the miracles, they are meant to point us to something greater, Christ Himself. David saw an intense storm front coming in and was immediately reminded of the voice of God, the power of God, and the presence of God. Mankind is drawn to glory, and if we’re not reveling in God’s glory, we’re either blind to it or we’re replacing it with something else. The deer giving birth is a reminder that God has a personal (intimate) relationship with His creation. He commands the wind and rain and thunder, and He cares for His creation. The voice of the Lord is powerful (what an understatement!), but perhaps the greatest display of His power was shown when He came to dwell with His people. Not only did God chose to dwell in the midst of His people, through Christ, He has chosen dwell within His people. “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” (1 Cor. 3:16.) Paul Tripp says, “You don't have to search for glory because if you’re God’s child, glory has found you.” The beauty & glory that we naturally seek after is only found in Christ. Storms serve a purpose. Like the miracles, they are meant to point us to something greater, Christ Himself. David saw an intense storm front coming in and was immediately reminded of the voice of God, the power of God, and the presence of God. Mankind is drawn to glory, and if we’re not reveling in God’s glory, we’re either blind to it or we’re replacing it with something else. The deer giving birth is a reminder that God has a personal (intimate) relationship with His creation. He commands the wind and rain and thunder, and He cares for His creation. The voice of the Lord is powerful (what an understatement!), but perhaps the greatest display of His power was shown when He came to dwell with His people. Not only did God chose to dwell in the midst of His people, through Christ, He has chosen dwell within His people. “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” (1 Cor. 3:16.) Paul Tripp says, “You don't have to search for glory because if you’re God’s child, glory has found you.” The beauty & glory that we naturally seek after is only found in Christ. Storms serve a purpose. Like the miracles, they are meant to point us to something greater, Christ Himself. David saw an intense storm front coming in and was immediately reminded of the voice of God, the power of God, and the presence of God. Mankind … Rod Ohmes 2202 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21871563/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm29praisethevoiceofthelord/id/3716077.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21871563 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, voice, strong, storm, flood, lightning, wind, purpose, point, Scripture: Psalms 29:1-29:11, Hebrews 1:3-1:3, 1 Corinthians 3:16-3:16, Jeremiah 10:12-10:13, Series: Psalms: Session Part#34 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 16:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Storms serve a purpose. Like the miracles, they are meant to point us to something greater, Christ Himself. David saw an intense storm front coming in and was immediately reminded of the voice of God, the power of God, and the presence of God. Mankind is drawn to glory, and if we’re not reveling in God’s glory, we’re either blind to it or we’re replacing it with something else. The deer giving birth is a reminder that God has a personal (intimate) relationship with His creation. He commands the wind and rain and thunder, and He cares for His creation. The voice of the Lord is powerful (what an understatement!), but perhaps the greatest display of His power was shown when He came to dwell with His people. Not only did God chose to dwell in the midst of His people, through Christ, He has chosen dwell within His people. “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” (1 Cor. 3:16.) Paul Tripp says, “You don't have to search for glory because if you’re God’s child, glory has found you.” The beauty & glory that we naturally seek after is only found in Christ. Storms serve a purpose. Like the miracles, they are meant to point us to something greater, Christ Himself. David saw an intense storm front coming in and was immediately reminded of the voice of God, the power of God, and the presence of God. Mankind is drawn to glory, and if we’re not reveling in God’s glory, we’re either blind to it or we’re replacing it with something else. The deer giving birth is a reminder that God has a personal (intimate) relationship with His creation. He commands the wind and rain and thunder, and He cares for His creation. The voice of the Lord is powerful (what an understatement!), but perhaps the greatest display of His power was shown when He came to dwell with His people. Not only did God chose to dwell in the midst of His people, through Christ, He has chosen dwell within His people. “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” (1 Cor. 3:16.) Paul Tripp says, “You don't have to search for glory because if you’re God’s child, glory has found you.” The beauty & glory that we naturally seek after is only found in Christ. Storms serve a purpose. Like the miracles, they are meant to point us to something greater, Christ Himself. David saw an intense storm front coming in and was immediately reminded of the voice of God, the power of God, and the presence of God. Mankind … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21871563/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm29praisethevoiceofthelord/id/415874 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21871563 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, voice, strong, storm, flood, lightning, wind, purpose, point, Scripture: Psalms 29:1-29:11, Hebrews 1:3-1:3, 1 Corinthians 3:16-3:16, Jeremiah 10:12-10:13, Series: Psalms: Session Part#34 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 16:47:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 3665 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21868324/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm119asonhamilton/id/3712949.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21868324 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, word, command, law, delight, suffering, obedience, Scripture: Psalms 119:1-119:176, Series: Psalms: Session Part#33 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 16:47:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21868324/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm119asonhamilton/id/415625 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21868324 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, word, command, law, delight, suffering, obedience, Scripture: Psalms 119:1-119:176, Series: Psalms: Session Part#33 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:43:00 +0000 James David Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… James David 1975 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21868319/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm133amesdavid/id/3712945.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21868319 James David, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, unity, brethren, dwell, together, Scripture: Psalms 133:1-133:3, Series: Psalms: Session Part#32 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 22:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The author of Psalm 103 is preaching a specific message to himself here: “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” No matter the circumstance, bless the Lord. The God of the OT is the same God of the NT and He’s the same God today. He is a God of compassion, justice, grace, truth, mercy, and love. He does not deal with according to our sins, or treat us as we deserve (thankfully!). But we need to remember this truth: God only forgives sins by grace through faith in Christ alone. That’s how He forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, & satisfies - in Christ alone. The author of Psalm 103 is preaching a specific message to himself here: “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” No matter the circumstance, bless the Lord. The God of the OT is the same God of the NT and He’s the same God today. He is a God of compassion, justice, grace, truth, mercy, and love. He does not deal with according to our sins, or treat us as we deserve (thankfully!). But we need to remember this truth: God only forgives sins by grace through faith in Christ alone. That’s how He forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, & satisfies - in Christ alone. The author of Psalm 103 is preaching a specific message to himself here: “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” No matter the circumstance, bless the Lord. The God of the OT is the same God of the NT and He’s the same God today. He is a God of compassion, justic… Rod Ohmes 2304 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21859917/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm103praiseblessthelordrodo/id/3706904.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21859917 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, bless, soul, action, forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, satisfies, Scripture: Psalms 103:1-103:22, Series: Psalms: Session Part#31 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 22:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The author of Psalm 103 is preaching a specific message to himself here: “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” No matter the circumstance, bless the Lord. The God of the OT is the same God of the NT and He’s the same God today. He is a God of compassion, justice, grace, truth, mercy, and love. He does not deal with according to our sins, or treat us as we deserve (thankfully!). But we need to remember this truth: God only forgives sins by grace through faith in Christ alone. That’s how He forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, & satisfies - in Christ alone. The author of Psalm 103 is preaching a specific message to himself here: “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” No matter the circumstance, bless the Lord. The God of the OT is the same God of the NT and He’s the same God today. He is a God of compassion, justice, grace, truth, mercy, and love. He does not deal with according to our sins, or treat us as we deserve (thankfully!). But we need to remember this truth: God only forgives sins by grace through faith in Christ alone. That’s how He forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, & satisfies - in Christ alone. The author of Psalm 103 is preaching a specific message to himself here: “Bless the Lord, O my soul…” No matter the circumstance, bless the Lord. The God of the OT is the same God of the NT and He’s the same God today. He is a God of compassion, justic… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21859917/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm103praiseblessthelordrodo/id/415202 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21859917 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, bless, soul, action, forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, satisfies, Scripture: Psalms 103:1-103:22, Series: Psalms: Session Part#31 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 15:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes It’s not a lack of intelligence that leads a person to reject belief in God; it's a lack of righteousness. For a person to reject the existence of God, they must also reject the existence of sin. The Bible says that our conscience itself bears witness to the truth and existence of God (Romans 2:15). The real reason behind denying God is almost never intellectual at its core, it’s moral. A wise/mature person learns how to navigate life well and develop skills to handle problems biblically. Only in Christianity does God Himself leave heaven and come down to rescue sinful people who could never earn His favor on their own. When the Lord redeems and restores His people by means of salvation from His own hand (out of Zion), His people will rejoice. It’s not a lack of intelligence that leads a person to reject belief in God; it's a lack of righteousness. For a person to reject the existence of God, they must also reject the existence of sin. The Bible says that our conscience itself bears witness to the truth and existence of God (Romans 2:15). The real reason behind denying God is almost never intellectual at its core, it’s moral. A wise/mature person learns how to navigate life well and develop skills to handle problems biblically. Only in Christianity does God Himself leave heaven and come down to rescue sinful people who could never earn His favor on their own. When the Lord redeems and restores His people by means of salvation from His own hand (out of Zion), His people will rejoice. It’s not a lack of intelligence that leads a person to reject belief in God; it's a lack of righteousness. For a person to reject the existence of God, they must also reject the existence of sin. The Bible says that our conscience itself bears witness … Rod Ohmes 2065 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21856783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm14wisdomthefoolrodohmes/id/3704171.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21856783 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, praise, fool, morality, truth, belief, God, Scripture: Psalms 14:1-14:7, Series: Psalms: Session Part#30 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 15:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes It’s not a lack of intelligence that leads a person to reject belief in God; it's a lack of righteousness. For a person to reject the existence of God, they must also reject the existence of sin. The Bible says that our conscience itself bears witness to the truth and existence of God (Romans 2:15). The real reason behind denying God is almost never intellectual at its core, it’s moral. A wise/mature person learns how to navigate life well and develop skills to handle problems biblically. Only in Christianity does God Himself leave heaven and come down to rescue sinful people who could never earn His favor on their own. When the Lord redeems and restores His people by means of salvation from His own hand (out of Zion), His people will rejoice. It’s not a lack of intelligence that leads a person to reject belief in God; it's a lack of righteousness. For a person to reject the existence of God, they must also reject the existence of sin. The Bible says that our conscience itself bears witness to the truth and existence of God (Romans 2:15). The real reason behind denying God is almost never intellectual at its core, it’s moral. A wise/mature person learns how to navigate life well and develop skills to handle problems biblically. Only in Christianity does God Himself leave heaven and come down to rescue sinful people who could never earn His favor on their own. When the Lord redeems and restores His people by means of salvation from His own hand (out of Zion), His people will rejoice. It’s not a lack of intelligence that leads a person to reject belief in God; it's a lack of righteousness. For a person to reject the existence of God, they must also reject the existence of sin. The Bible says that our conscience itself bears witness … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21856783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm14wisdomthefoolrodohmes/id/415005 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21856783 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, praise, fool, morality, truth, belief, God, Scripture: Psalms 14:1-14:7, Series: Psalms: Session Part#30 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:30:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalm 46 said that Israel’s God is the true and powerful and victorious God. Psalm 47 says that all people witness this and are now called to obey Israel’s King and join in their chorus of enthusiastic praise. The psalmist is driving home this point: the Lord Most High is not a god like those other gods, He is the Great King over ALL THE EARTH, over ALL PEOPLES, over EVERYONE. “The reasons for God’s love are in Him, not in the ones He loves.” – David Guzik [v.6-7] give a specific command about how to celebrate – sing (5 times in 2 verses). Music is not only a means of connecting with and glorifying God, it also connects us to one another. When we sing the same song together, our differences begin to fade. God has “come down” in the form of a servant, taking on human likeness, giving up the glories of heaven, to be the perfect sacrifice for sin. And He has “gone up” in victory by defeating death and the grave, and sits at the right hand of God in triumph! Surely this results in praises from His people – sometimes LOUD praises. Psalm 46 said that Israel’s God is the true and powerful and victorious God. Psalm 47 says that all people witness this and are now called to obey Israel’s King and join in their chorus of enthusiastic praise. The psalmist is driving home this point: the Lord Most High is not a god like those other gods, He is the Great King over ALL THE EARTH, over ALL PEOPLES, over EVERYONE. “The reasons for God’s love are in Him, not in the ones He loves.” – David Guzik [v.6-7] give a specific command about how to celebrate – sing (5 times in 2 verses). Music is not only a means of connecting with and glorifying God, it also connects us to one another. When we sing the same song together, our differences begin to fade. God has “come down” in the form of a servant, taking on human likeness, giving up the glories of heaven, to be the perfect sacrifice for sin. And He has “gone up” in victory by defeating death and the grave, and sits at the right hand of God in triumph! Surely this results in praises from His people – sometimes LOUD praises. Psalm 46 said that Israel’s God is the true and powerful and victorious God. Psalm 47 says that all people witness this and are now called to obey Israel’s King and join in their chorus of enthusiastic praise. The psalmist is driving home this point:… Rod Ohmes 2228 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853045/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm47praisesingtothekingrodo/id/3700866.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853045 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, sing, praise, joy, celebration, command, Scripture: Psalms 47:1-47:9, Series: Psalms: Session Part#29 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:30:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalm 46 said that Israel’s God is the true and powerful and victorious God. Psalm 47 says that all people witness this and are now called to obey Israel’s King and join in their chorus of enthusiastic praise. The psalmist is driving home this point: the Lord Most High is not a god like those other gods, He is the Great King over ALL THE EARTH, over ALL PEOPLES, over EVERYONE. “The reasons for God’s love are in Him, not in the ones He loves.” – David Guzik [v.6-7] give a specific command about how to celebrate – sing (5 times in 2 verses). Music is not only a means of connecting with and glorifying God, it also connects us to one another. When we sing the same song together, our differences begin to fade. God has “come down” in the form of a servant, taking on human likeness, giving up the glories of heaven, to be the perfect sacrifice for sin. And He has “gone up” in victory by defeating death and the grave, and sits at the right hand of God in triumph! Surely this results in praises from His people – sometimes LOUD praises. Psalm 46 said that Israel’s God is the true and powerful and victorious God. Psalm 47 says that all people witness this and are now called to obey Israel’s King and join in their chorus of enthusiastic praise. The psalmist is driving home this point: the Lord Most High is not a god like those other gods, He is the Great King over ALL THE EARTH, over ALL PEOPLES, over EVERYONE. “The reasons for God’s love are in Him, not in the ones He loves.” – David Guzik [v.6-7] give a specific command about how to celebrate – sing (5 times in 2 verses). Music is not only a means of connecting with and glorifying God, it also connects us to one another. When we sing the same song together, our differences begin to fade. God has “come down” in the form of a servant, taking on human likeness, giving up the glories of heaven, to be the perfect sacrifice for sin. And He has “gone up” in victory by defeating death and the grave, and sits at the right hand of God in triumph! Surely this results in praises from His people – sometimes LOUD praises. Psalm 46 said that Israel’s God is the true and powerful and victorious God. Psalm 47 says that all people witness this and are now called to obey Israel’s King and join in their chorus of enthusiastic praise. The psalmist is driving home this point:… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853045/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm47praisesingtothekingrodo/id/414760 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853045 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, sing, praise, joy, celebration, command, Scripture: Psalms 47:1-47:9, Series: Psalms: Session Part#29 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 16:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalm 98 celebrates God’s incredible interaction with the earth He’s created and demands a response from everything that lives in it. In [v.1-3] strophe #1 gives the grounds for praise. In [v.4-6] strophe #2 describes the method of praise. In [v.7-9] strophe #3 calls all creation to join in the praise. Music is a right response to recognizing who God is and what He has done, but God cares more about what’s in your heart than the particular note that comes from your lips. The whole earth rejoices because God has come to bring the earth from sin and sorrow to salvation and joy. Jesus is the right hand of God, He is the salvation of the Lord, and He is therefore worthy to be praised with every instrument, voice, and song we could muster. Psalm 98 celebrates God’s incredible interaction with the earth He’s created and demands a response from everything that lives in it. In [v.1-3] strophe #1 gives the grounds for praise. In [v.4-6] strophe #2 describes the method of praise. In [v.7-9] strophe #3 calls all creation to join in the praise. Music is a right response to recognizing who God is and what He has done, but God cares more about what’s in your heart than the particular note that comes from your lips. The whole earth rejoices because God has come to bring the earth from sin and sorrow to salvation and joy. Jesus is the right hand of God, He is the salvation of the Lord, and He is therefore worthy to be praised with every instrument, voice, and song we could muster. Psalm 98 celebrates God’s incredible interaction with the earth He’s created and demands a response from everything that lives in it. In [v.1-3] strophe #1 gives the grounds for praise. In [v.4-6] strophe #2 describes the method of praise. In [v.7-9]… Rod Ohmes 1985 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853035/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm98messianicaoyfulnoiserod/id/3700858.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853035 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, Messianic, sing, praise, joy, celebration, Scripture: Psalms 98:1-98:9, Series: Psalms: Session Part#28 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 16:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalm 98 celebrates God’s incredible interaction with the earth He’s created and demands a response from everything that lives in it. In [v.1-3] strophe #1 gives the grounds for praise. In [v.4-6] strophe #2 describes the method of praise. In [v.7-9] strophe #3 calls all creation to join in the praise. Music is a right response to recognizing who God is and what He has done, but God cares more about what’s in your heart than the particular note that comes from your lips. The whole earth rejoices because God has come to bring the earth from sin and sorrow to salvation and joy. Jesus is the right hand of God, He is the salvation of the Lord, and He is therefore worthy to be praised with every instrument, voice, and song we could muster. Psalm 98 celebrates God’s incredible interaction with the earth He’s created and demands a response from everything that lives in it. In [v.1-3] strophe #1 gives the grounds for praise. In [v.4-6] strophe #2 describes the method of praise. In [v.7-9] strophe #3 calls all creation to join in the praise. Music is a right response to recognizing who God is and what He has done, but God cares more about what’s in your heart than the particular note that comes from your lips. The whole earth rejoices because God has come to bring the earth from sin and sorrow to salvation and joy. Jesus is the right hand of God, He is the salvation of the Lord, and He is therefore worthy to be praised with every instrument, voice, and song we could muster. Psalm 98 celebrates God’s incredible interaction with the earth He’s created and demands a response from everything that lives in it. In [v.1-3] strophe #1 gives the grounds for praise. In [v.4-6] strophe #2 describes the method of praise. In [v.7-9]… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853035/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm98messianicaoyfulnoiserod/id/414759 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21853035 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, Messianic, sing, praise, joy, celebration, Scripture: Psalms 98:1-98:9, Series: Psalms: Session Part#28 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 19:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Two major themes in Psalm 106: #1 – God’s people are prone to wander, prone to fail, prone to exchange truth for lies. #2 – God is faithful & kind and treats His people better than they deserve because He keeps His promises. The physical issue for the Israelites was water, but the spiritual issue was faith. The lessons God is teaching us are often spiritual rather than physical. The Israelites' government, lifestyle, worship, and families were to look distinct (set apart) from every other nation. In fact, they were supposed to destroy them completely. God told them to leave no remembrance of other nations' modes of worship or their false gods. Why? Because God’s people represent Him among the nations. [v.45] tells us why God rescues and saves His people, because: “…he remembered his covenant, and relented according to the abundance of his steadfast love.” According to their worth? According to their good deeds? No. According to the abundance of His steadfast love. • He calls out His own from among the nations to be His peculiar people for the glory His name. Two major themes in Psalm 106: #1 – God’s people are prone to wander, prone to fail, prone to exchange truth for lies. #2 – God is faithful & kind and treats His people better than they deserve because He keeps His promises. The physical issue for the Israelites was water, but the spiritual issue was faith. The lessons God is teaching us are often spiritual rather than physical. The Israelites' government, lifestyle, worship, and families were to look distinct (set apart) from every other nation. In fact, they were supposed to destroy them completely. God told them to leave no remembrance of other nations' modes of worship or their false gods. Why? Because God’s people represent Him among the nations. [v.45] tells us why God rescues and saves His people, because: “…he remembered his covenant, and relented according to the abundance of his steadfast love.” According to their worth? According to their good deeds? No. According to the abundance of His steadfast love. • He calls out His own from among the nations to be His peculiar people for the glory His name. Two major themes in Psalm 106: #1 – God’s people are prone to wander, prone to fail, prone to exchange truth for lies. #2 – God is faithful & kind and treats His people better than they deserve because He keeps His promises. The physical issue for the… Rod Ohmes 2542 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/3694895.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846910 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:32-106:48, Numbers 20:2-20:13, Deuteronomy 7:1-7:18, Series: Psalms: Session Part#27 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 19:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Two major themes in Psalm 106: #1 – God’s people are prone to wander, prone to fail, prone to exchange truth for lies. #2 – God is faithful & kind and treats His people better than they deserve because He keeps His promises. The physical issue for the Israelites was water, but the spiritual issue was faith. The lessons God is teaching us are often spiritual rather than physical. The Israelites' government, lifestyle, worship, and families were to look distinct (set apart) from every other nation. In fact, they were supposed to destroy them completely. God told them to leave no remembrance of other nations' modes of worship or their false gods. Why? Because God’s people represent Him among the nations. [v.45] tells us why God rescues and saves His people, because: “…he remembered his covenant, and relented according to the abundance of his steadfast love.” According to their worth? According to their good deeds? No. According to the abundance of His steadfast love. • He calls out His own from among the nations to be His peculiar people for the glory His name. Two major themes in Psalm 106: #1 – God’s people are prone to wander, prone to fail, prone to exchange truth for lies. #2 – God is faithful & kind and treats His people better than they deserve because He keeps His promises. The physical issue for the Israelites was water, but the spiritual issue was faith. The lessons God is teaching us are often spiritual rather than physical. The Israelites' government, lifestyle, worship, and families were to look distinct (set apart) from every other nation. In fact, they were supposed to destroy them completely. God told them to leave no remembrance of other nations' modes of worship or their false gods. Why? Because God’s people represent Him among the nations. [v.45] tells us why God rescues and saves His people, because: “…he remembered his covenant, and relented according to the abundance of his steadfast love.” According to their worth? According to their good deeds? No. According to the abundance of His steadfast love. • He calls out His own from among the nations to be His peculiar people for the glory His name. Two major themes in Psalm 106: #1 – God’s people are prone to wander, prone to fail, prone to exchange truth for lies. #2 – God is faithful & kind and treats His people better than they deserve because He keeps His promises. The physical issue for the… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/414360 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846910 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:32-106:48, Numbers 20:2-20:13, Deuteronomy 7:1-7:18, Series: Psalms: Session Part#27 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 19:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Story #6. from Psalm 106 is found in v.28-31– Idol Worship & Plague (see also Numbers 25). Many of the men of Israel “yoked” themselves to another nation who worshipped pagan gods and participated in feasts celebrating them. If we’re not careful, the unchecked desires of the flesh will cause us to exchange the truth of God for a lie, with terrible consequences. This – obviously – did not please the Lord, and it also righteously upset a man named Phinehas. Unlike so many in Israel at the time, Phinehas was passionate about what God was passionate about. By his actions, Phinehas reconciled the people back to God, but only for a time. Jesus reconciles His people back to God, but His reconciliation removes every sin forever. Story #6. from Psalm 106 is found in v.28-31– Idol Worship & Plague (see also Numbers 25). Many of the men of Israel “yoked” themselves to another nation who worshipped pagan gods and participated in feasts celebrating them. If we’re not careful, the unchecked desires of the flesh will cause us to exchange the truth of God for a lie, with terrible consequences. This – obviously – did not please the Lord, and it also righteously upset a man named Phinehas. Unlike so many in Israel at the time, Phinehas was passionate about what God was passionate about. By his actions, Phinehas reconciled the people back to God, but only for a time. Jesus reconciles His people back to God, but His reconciliation removes every sin forever. Story #6. from Psalm 106 is found in v.28-31– Idol Worship & Plague (see also Numbers 25). Many of the men of Israel “yoked” themselves to another nation who worshipped pagan gods and participated in feasts celebrating them. If we’re not careful, the… Rod Ohmes 2049 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846905/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/3694883.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846905 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:28-106:31, Numbers 25:1-25:11, Romans 5:6-5:11, Series: Psalms: Session Part#26 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 19:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Story #6. from Psalm 106 is found in v.28-31– Idol Worship & Plague (see also Numbers 25). Many of the men of Israel “yoked” themselves to another nation who worshipped pagan gods and participated in feasts celebrating them. If we’re not careful, the unchecked desires of the flesh will cause us to exchange the truth of God for a lie, with terrible consequences. This – obviously – did not please the Lord, and it also righteously upset a man named Phinehas. Unlike so many in Israel at the time, Phinehas was passionate about what God was passionate about. By his actions, Phinehas reconciled the people back to God, but only for a time. Jesus reconciles His people back to God, but His reconciliation removes every sin forever. Story #6. from Psalm 106 is found in v.28-31– Idol Worship & Plague (see also Numbers 25). Many of the men of Israel “yoked” themselves to another nation who worshipped pagan gods and participated in feasts celebrating them. If we’re not careful, the unchecked desires of the flesh will cause us to exchange the truth of God for a lie, with terrible consequences. This – obviously – did not please the Lord, and it also righteously upset a man named Phinehas. Unlike so many in Israel at the time, Phinehas was passionate about what God was passionate about. By his actions, Phinehas reconciled the people back to God, but only for a time. Jesus reconciles His people back to God, but His reconciliation removes every sin forever. Story #6. from Psalm 106 is found in v.28-31– Idol Worship & Plague (see also Numbers 25). Many of the men of Israel “yoked” themselves to another nation who worshipped pagan gods and participated in feasts celebrating them. If we’re not careful, the… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846905/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/414356 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846905 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:28-106:31, Numbers 25:1-25:11, Romans 5:6-5:11, Series: Psalms: Session Part#26 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 18:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 1761 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846901/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/3694901.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846901 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:24-106:27, Numbers 14:1-14:23, Deuteronomy 1:41-1:44, Series: Psalms: Session Part#25 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 18:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846901/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/414355 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21846901 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:24-106:27, Numbers 14:1-14:23, Deuteronomy 1:41-1:44, Series: Psalms: Session Part#25 Sun, 25 Jul 2021 16:32:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Since man ceases not to be sinful, it is a great blessing that Jehovah ceases not to be merciful.” - Spurgeon Psalm 105:5 says, “Remember the wondrous works that he has done…”. Psalm 106:7 says they “did not consider [his] wondrous works; they did not remember the abundance of [his] steadfast love”. Psalm 105 celebrates how God delivered His people, provided for them, and was faithful to them. Psalm 106 remembers the flip side of it, how Israel rebelled, grumbled, & turned away from God. Psalm 105 magnifies God’s goodness. Psalm 106 reveals men’s sinfulness. 1. [v.6-13] – the Red Sea (Exodus 14) For a people who sin continually (“both we and our fathers have sinned…done wickedness…”), praise is a proper response to seeing God’s mercy. - Following God into the unknown is safer than remaining in bondage to comfortable indifference. [v.8] You were made with a singular purpose: to glorify God. 2. [v.14-15] – the Craving& Plague (Numbers 11) Rebellion doesn’t please God, and neither does being unsatisfied and demanding. 3. [v.16-18] – Jealousy, Fire, & Plague (Numbers 16) Rebellion and making demands does not please God, and neither does trying to control Him. 4. [v.19-23] – the Golden Calf (Exodus 32) [v.20-21] tie exchanging the truth for lies back to forgetfulness, unbelief, & idol worship. Have we forgotten? [v.23] says that Moses stood in the gap, interceded for the people, and saved them from the wrath of God. But Moses died. Jesus Christ now stands in the gap, intercedes for His people, & saves them from the wrath of God. And His ministry is eternal because he conquered death and now lives to make intercession for His people! “Since man ceases not to be sinful, it is a great blessing that Jehovah ceases not to be merciful.” - Spurgeon Psalm 105:5 says, “Remember the wondrous works that he has done…”. Psalm 106:7 says they “did not consider [his] wondrous works; they did not remember the abundance of [his] steadfast love”. Psalm 105 celebrates how God delivered His people, provided for them, and was faithful to them. Psalm 106 remembers the flip side of it, how Israel rebelled, grumbled, & turned away from God. Psalm 105 magnifies God’s goodness. Psalm 106 reveals men’s sinfulness. 1. [v.6-13] – the Red Sea (Exodus 14) For a people who sin continually (“both we and our fathers have sinned…done wickedness…”), praise is a proper response to seeing God’s mercy. - Following God into the unknown is safer than remaining in bondage to comfortable indifference. [v.8] You were made with a singular purpose: to glorify God. 2. [v.14-15] – the Craving& Plague (Numbers 11) Rebellion doesn’t please God, and neither does being unsatisfied and demanding. 3. [v.16-18] – Jealousy, Fire, & Plague (Numbers 16) Rebellion and making demands does not please God, and neither does trying to control Him. 4. [v.19-23] – the Golden Calf (Exodus 32) [v.20-21] tie exchanging the truth for lies back to forgetfulness, unbelief, & idol worship. Have we forgotten? [v.23] says that Moses stood in the gap, interceded for the people, and saved them from the wrath of God. But Moses died. Jesus Christ now stands in the gap, intercedes for His people, & saves them from the wrath of God. And His ministry is eternal because he conquered death and now lives to make intercession for His people! “Since man ceases not to be sinful, it is a great blessing that Jehovah ceases not to be merciful.” - Spurgeon Psalm 105:5 says, “Remember the wondrous works that he has done…”. Psalm 106:7 says they “did not consider [his] wondrous works; they did no… Rod Ohmes 2969 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824406/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/3685978.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824406 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:1-106:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#24 Sun, 25 Jul 2021 16:32:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Since man ceases not to be sinful, it is a great blessing that Jehovah ceases not to be merciful.” - Spurgeon Psalm 105:5 says, “Remember the wondrous works that he has done…”. Psalm 106:7 says they “did not consider [his] wondrous works; they did not remember the abundance of [his] steadfast love”. Psalm 105 celebrates how God delivered His people, provided for them, and was faithful to them. Psalm 106 remembers the flip side of it, how Israel rebelled, grumbled, & turned away from God. Psalm 105 magnifies God’s goodness. Psalm 106 reveals men’s sinfulness. 1. [v.6-13] – the Red Sea (Exodus 14) For a people who sin continually (“both we and our fathers have sinned…done wickedness…”), praise is a proper response to seeing God’s mercy. - Following God into the unknown is safer than remaining in bondage to comfortable indifference. [v.8] You were made with a singular purpose: to glorify God. 2. [v.14-15] – the Craving& Plague (Numbers 11) Rebellion doesn’t please God, and neither does being unsatisfied and demanding. 3. [v.16-18] – Jealousy, Fire, & Plague (Numbers 16) Rebellion and making demands does not please God, and neither does trying to control Him. 4. [v.19-23] – the Golden Calf (Exodus 32) [v.20-21] tie exchanging the truth for lies back to forgetfulness, unbelief, & idol worship. Have we forgotten? [v.23] says that Moses stood in the gap, interceded for the people, and saved them from the wrath of God. But Moses died. Jesus Christ now stands in the gap, intercedes for His people, & saves them from the wrath of God. And His ministry is eternal because he conquered death and now lives to make intercession for His people! “Since man ceases not to be sinful, it is a great blessing that Jehovah ceases not to be merciful.” - Spurgeon Psalm 105:5 says, “Remember the wondrous works that he has done…”. Psalm 106:7 says they “did not consider [his] wondrous works; they did not remember the abundance of [his] steadfast love”. Psalm 105 celebrates how God delivered His people, provided for them, and was faithful to them. Psalm 106 remembers the flip side of it, how Israel rebelled, grumbled, & turned away from God. Psalm 105 magnifies God’s goodness. Psalm 106 reveals men’s sinfulness. 1. [v.6-13] – the Red Sea (Exodus 14) For a people who sin continually (“both we and our fathers have sinned…done wickedness…”), praise is a proper response to seeing God’s mercy. - Following God into the unknown is safer than remaining in bondage to comfortable indifference. [v.8] You were made with a singular purpose: to glorify God. 2. [v.14-15] – the Craving& Plague (Numbers 11) Rebellion doesn’t please God, and neither does being unsatisfied and demanding. 3. [v.16-18] – Jealousy, Fire, & Plague (Numbers 16) Rebellion and making demands does not please God, and neither does trying to control Him. 4. [v.19-23] – the Golden Calf (Exodus 32) [v.20-21] tie exchanging the truth for lies back to forgetfulness, unbelief, & idol worship. Have we forgotten? [v.23] says that Moses stood in the gap, interceded for the people, and saved them from the wrath of God. But Moses died. Jesus Christ now stands in the gap, intercedes for His people, & saves them from the wrath of God. And His ministry is eternal because he conquered death and now lives to make intercession for His people! “Since man ceases not to be sinful, it is a great blessing that Jehovah ceases not to be merciful.” - Spurgeon Psalm 105:5 says, “Remember the wondrous works that he has done…”. Psalm 106:7 says they “did not consider [his] wondrous works; they did no… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824406/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm106historicalpronetowande/id/413729 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824406 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, historical, past, remember, history, rebellion, disobey, control, Scripture: Psalms 106:1-106:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#24 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 16:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Darkness, numbness, even despair accomplished something - it drove the author to prayer. “Evil is transformed to good when it drives us to prayer.” – Charles Spurgeon James says that trials produce steadfastness (patience) and completeness. Scripture says that pain has purpose when it drives us to closer relationship with God (maturity). (James 1:1-3) Psalm 88 shows us that even devoted (mature) Christians experience suffering, despair, & darkness. It helps prepare us for seasons of suffering. Author Sinclair Ferguson has said, “The most sinister thoughts that Satan insinuates into our minds are not enticements to sin, but suspicions about God Himself.” Suffering has a way of distorting the truth about who God is. God intends to increase our faith in the dark times, as well as our love for one another. **see CJ Mahaney's sermon titled Anticipating & Already from the worshipgod conference, 2017 - https://sovereigngracemusic.org/training/resources/anticipating-already/ Darkness, numbness, even despair accomplished something - it drove the author to prayer. “Evil is transformed to good when it drives us to prayer.” – Charles Spurgeon James says that trials produce steadfastness (patience) and completeness. Scripture says that pain has purpose when it drives us to closer relationship with God (maturity). (James 1:1-3) Psalm 88 shows us that even devoted (mature) Christians experience suffering, despair, & darkness. It helps prepare us for seasons of suffering. Author Sinclair Ferguson has said, “The most sinister thoughts that Satan insinuates into our minds are not enticements to sin, but suspicions about God Himself.” Suffering has a way of distorting the truth about who God is. God intends to increase our faith in the dark times, as well as our love for one another. **see CJ Mahaney's sermon titled Anticipating & Already from the worshipgod conference, 2017 - https://sovereigngracemusic.org/training/resources/anticipating-already/ Darkness, numbness, even despair accomplished something - it drove the author to prayer. “Evil is transformed to good when it drives us to prayer.” – Charles Spurgeon James says that trials produce steadfastness (patience) and completeness. Scripture… Rod Ohmes 2824 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824398/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm88lamentpainpurposerodohm/id/3685975.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824398 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, darkness, depression, lonely, suffering, hope, Scripture: Psalms 88:1-88:18, Lamentations 3:21-3:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#23 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 16:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Darkness, numbness, even despair accomplished something - it drove the author to prayer. “Evil is transformed to good when it drives us to prayer.” – Charles Spurgeon James says that trials produce steadfastness (patience) and completeness. Scripture says that pain has purpose when it drives us to closer relationship with God (maturity). (James 1:1-3) Psalm 88 shows us that even devoted (mature) Christians experience suffering, despair, & darkness. It helps prepare us for seasons of suffering. Author Sinclair Ferguson has said, “The most sinister thoughts that Satan insinuates into our minds are not enticements to sin, but suspicions about God Himself.” Suffering has a way of distorting the truth about who God is. God intends to increase our faith in the dark times, as well as our love for one another. **see CJ Mahaney's sermon titled Anticipating & Already from the worshipgod conference, 2017 - https://sovereigngracemusic.org/training/resources/anticipating-already/ Darkness, numbness, even despair accomplished something - it drove the author to prayer. “Evil is transformed to good when it drives us to prayer.” – Charles Spurgeon James says that trials produce steadfastness (patience) and completeness. Scripture says that pain has purpose when it drives us to closer relationship with God (maturity). (James 1:1-3) Psalm 88 shows us that even devoted (mature) Christians experience suffering, despair, & darkness. It helps prepare us for seasons of suffering. Author Sinclair Ferguson has said, “The most sinister thoughts that Satan insinuates into our minds are not enticements to sin, but suspicions about God Himself.” Suffering has a way of distorting the truth about who God is. God intends to increase our faith in the dark times, as well as our love for one another. **see CJ Mahaney's sermon titled Anticipating & Already from the worshipgod conference, 2017 - https://sovereigngracemusic.org/training/resources/anticipating-already/ Darkness, numbness, even despair accomplished something - it drove the author to prayer. “Evil is transformed to good when it drives us to prayer.” – Charles Spurgeon James says that trials produce steadfastness (patience) and completeness. Scripture… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824398/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm88lamentpainpurposerodohm/id/413728 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824398 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, darkness, depression, lonely, suffering, hope, Scripture: Psalms 88:1-88:18, Lamentations 3:21-3:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#23 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 16:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David wrote Psalm 145 as an acrostic poem to help the people of Israel remember the content easier. The main thrust of the psalm is that the Lord is great and worthy of great praise. The Lord is righteous in all His ways and magnificent in splendor, and yet He opens up His hand to care for every living thing - "kind in all his works". - The Lord is near…to all who call on Him in truth. - He fulfills the desire…of those who fear Him. - He hears their cry & saves them…those who fear Him. - The Lord preserves…all who love Him. God is just as good in His mercy and He is in His justice. "Who God is" motivates us to share Him with others. David wrote Psalm 145 as an acrostic poem to help the people of Israel remember the content easier. The main thrust of the psalm is that the Lord is great and worthy of great praise. The Lord is righteous in all His ways and magnificent in splendor, and yet He opens up His hand to care for every living thing - "kind in all his works". - The Lord is near…to all who call on Him in truth. - He fulfills the desire…of those who fear Him. - He hears their cry & saves them…those who fear Him. - The Lord preserves…all who love Him. God is just as good in His mercy and He is in His justice. "Who God is" motivates us to share Him with others. David wrote Psalm 145 as an acrostic poem to help the people of Israel remember the content easier. The main thrust of the psalm is that the Lord is great and worthy of great praise. The Lord is righteous in all His ways and magnificent in splendor, … Rod Ohmes 2278 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm145praisegreatisthelordro/id/3685967.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824391 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, acronym, humility, mercy, justice, Scripture: Psalms 145:1-145:21, Series: Psalms: Session Part#22 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 16:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David wrote Psalm 145 as an acrostic poem to help the people of Israel remember the content easier. The main thrust of the psalm is that the Lord is great and worthy of great praise. The Lord is righteous in all His ways and magnificent in splendor, and yet He opens up His hand to care for every living thing - "kind in all his works". - The Lord is near…to all who call on Him in truth. - He fulfills the desire…of those who fear Him. - He hears their cry & saves them…those who fear Him. - The Lord preserves…all who love Him. God is just as good in His mercy and He is in His justice. "Who God is" motivates us to share Him with others. David wrote Psalm 145 as an acrostic poem to help the people of Israel remember the content easier. The main thrust of the psalm is that the Lord is great and worthy of great praise. The Lord is righteous in all His ways and magnificent in splendor, and yet He opens up His hand to care for every living thing - "kind in all his works". - The Lord is near…to all who call on Him in truth. - He fulfills the desire…of those who fear Him. - He hears their cry & saves them…those who fear Him. - The Lord preserves…all who love Him. God is just as good in His mercy and He is in His justice. "Who God is" motivates us to share Him with others. David wrote Psalm 145 as an acrostic poem to help the people of Israel remember the content easier. The main thrust of the psalm is that the Lord is great and worthy of great praise. The Lord is righteous in all His ways and magnificent in splendor, … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm145praisegreatisthelordro/id/413726 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21824391 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, acronym, humility, mercy, justice, Scripture: Psalms 145:1-145:21, Series: Psalms: Session Part#22 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 15:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Three big things from Psalm 95: 1. Who God is. (Rock, King, Maker, Shepherd, & Judge) 2. Who God is inspires/motivates a reaction from creation. (worship & praise) 3. Who God is leads to something specific. (rest) Hebrews 3-4 help us understand God's rest in Psalm 95. Psalm 95 shows two sides of the same coin. It shows the proper and wrong response to "who God is": praise & worship versus unbelief & disobedience. One leads to God's rest and one does not. The rest of God is only found in a relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. Three big things from Psalm 95: 1. Who God is. (Rock, King, Maker, Shepherd, & Judge) 2. Who God is inspires/motivates a reaction from creation. (worship & praise) 3. Who God is leads to something specific. (rest) Hebrews 3-4 help us understand God's rest in Psalm 95. Psalm 95 shows two sides of the same coin. It shows the proper and wrong response to "who God is": praise & worship versus unbelief & disobedience. One leads to God's rest and one does not. The rest of God is only found in a relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. Three big things from Psalm 95: 1. Who God is. (Rock, King, Maker, Shepherd, & Judge) 2. Who God is inspires/motivates a reaction from creation. (worship & praise) 3. Who God is leads to something specific. (rest) Hebrews 3-4 help us understand God's … Rod Ohmes 3021 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21815219/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm95thanksgivingpraiserestr/id/3677060.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21815219 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanksgiving, messianic, rest, disobedience, Scripture: Psalms 3:7-4:16, Series: Psalms: Session Part#21 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 15:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Three big things from Psalm 95: 1. Who God is. (Rock, King, Maker, Shepherd, & Judge) 2. Who God is inspires/motivates a reaction from creation. (worship & praise) 3. Who God is leads to something specific. (rest) Hebrews 3-4 help us understand God's rest in Psalm 95. Psalm 95 shows two sides of the same coin. It shows the proper and wrong response to "who God is": praise & worship versus unbelief & disobedience. One leads to God's rest and one does not. The rest of God is only found in a relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. Three big things from Psalm 95: 1. Who God is. (Rock, King, Maker, Shepherd, & Judge) 2. Who God is inspires/motivates a reaction from creation. (worship & praise) 3. Who God is leads to something specific. (rest) Hebrews 3-4 help us understand God's rest in Psalm 95. Psalm 95 shows two sides of the same coin. It shows the proper and wrong response to "who God is": praise & worship versus unbelief & disobedience. One leads to God's rest and one does not. The rest of God is only found in a relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. Three big things from Psalm 95: 1. Who God is. (Rock, King, Maker, Shepherd, & Judge) 2. Who God is inspires/motivates a reaction from creation. (worship & praise) 3. Who God is leads to something specific. (rest) Hebrews 3-4 help us understand God's … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21815219/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm95thanksgivingpraiserestr/id/413048 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21815219 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanksgiving, messianic, rest, disobedience, Scripture: Psalms 3:7-4:16, Series: Psalms: Session Part#21 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 16:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Many psalms of Lament from David and others are crying out to God in frustration and distress, lamenting on the seeming success of the wicked and suffering of the righteous. It’s actually one of the more common themes in the book of Psalms. But David doesn’t lament to someone who doesn’t know the Lord – he takes his concerns directly to God Himself. In our own troubles and confusion, may we run to and plead with the One who knows us and loves us. Human existence being just a few short handbreadths, David asks the question that’s on our minds - Where is my hope? Where does my help come from? What am I waiting for? David's answer - "My hope is in YOU". • Even if life is confusing and demanding and frustrating and seems hopeless, hope is rooted in the unchanging God. Many psalms of Lament from David and others are crying out to God in frustration and distress, lamenting on the seeming success of the wicked and suffering of the righteous. It’s actually one of the more common themes in the book of Psalms. But David doesn’t lament to someone who doesn’t know the Lord – he takes his concerns directly to God Himself. In our own troubles and confusion, may we run to and plead with the One who knows us and loves us. Human existence being just a few short handbreadths, David asks the question that’s on our minds - Where is my hope? Where does my help come from? What am I waiting for? David's answer - "My hope is in YOU". • Even if life is confusing and demanding and frustrating and seems hopeless, hope is rooted in the unchanging God. Many psalms of Lament from David and others are crying out to God in frustration and distress, lamenting on the seeming success of the wicked and suffering of the righteous. It’s actually one of the more common themes in the book of Psalms. But David d… Rod Ohmes 2214 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812369/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm39lamentwhereisourhoperod/id/3674302.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812369 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, wait, patience, tongue, complain, vow, committment, Scripture: Psalms 39:1-39:13, Psalms 121:1-121:8, Series: Psalms: Session Part#20 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 16:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Many psalms of Lament from David and others are crying out to God in frustration and distress, lamenting on the seeming success of the wicked and suffering of the righteous. It’s actually one of the more common themes in the book of Psalms. But David doesn’t lament to someone who doesn’t know the Lord – he takes his concerns directly to God Himself. In our own troubles and confusion, may we run to and plead with the One who knows us and loves us. Human existence being just a few short handbreadths, David asks the question that’s on our minds - Where is my hope? Where does my help come from? What am I waiting for? David's answer - "My hope is in YOU". • Even if life is confusing and demanding and frustrating and seems hopeless, hope is rooted in the unchanging God. Many psalms of Lament from David and others are crying out to God in frustration and distress, lamenting on the seeming success of the wicked and suffering of the righteous. It’s actually one of the more common themes in the book of Psalms. But David doesn’t lament to someone who doesn’t know the Lord – he takes his concerns directly to God Himself. In our own troubles and confusion, may we run to and plead with the One who knows us and loves us. Human existence being just a few short handbreadths, David asks the question that’s on our minds - Where is my hope? Where does my help come from? What am I waiting for? David's answer - "My hope is in YOU". • Even if life is confusing and demanding and frustrating and seems hopeless, hope is rooted in the unchanging God. Many psalms of Lament from David and others are crying out to God in frustration and distress, lamenting on the seeming success of the wicked and suffering of the righteous. It’s actually one of the more common themes in the book of Psalms. But David d… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812369/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm39lamentwhereisourhoperod/id/412832 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812369 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, wait, patience, tongue, complain, vow, committment, Scripture: Psalms 39:1-39:13, Psalms 121:1-121:8, Series: Psalms: Session Part#20 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 16:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Whether we’re building something or protecting something, if the Lord is not driving it, if the Lord is not over it, if the Lord is not in it, we do it in vain. We should be building; we should be watching, but God leads the charge in creating, preserving, and parenting. Our working and watching shouldn’t be driven by anxious toil, but by the love of God. Hard work and rest do not have to be at odds with one another, but become enemies quickly when we approach either without an understanding of the love of God. God is already building and watching our kids because they are His gifts. They are His arrows in our hands, and they go far beyond where parents will go. So we must point our children at things that matter. - The parents' job is to teach and train and disciple their kids to be lovers and livers of the Gospel. 1. We need fathers who protect. 2. We need fathers who prepare. 3. We need fathers who pray. **The song "Psalm 127" is written and preformed by The Corner Room - all rights reserved. Whether we’re building something or protecting something, if the Lord is not driving it, if the Lord is not over it, if the Lord is not in it, we do it in vain. We should be building; we should be watching, but God leads the charge in creating, preserving, and parenting. Our working and watching shouldn’t be driven by anxious toil, but by the love of God. Hard work and rest do not have to be at odds with one another, but become enemies quickly when we approach either without an understanding of the love of God. God is already building and watching our kids because they are His gifts. They are His arrows in our hands, and they go far beyond where parents will go. So we must point our children at things that matter. - The parents' job is to teach and train and disciple their kids to be lovers and livers of the Gospel. 1. We need fathers who protect. 2. We need fathers who prepare. 3. We need fathers who pray. **The song "Psalm 127" is written and preformed by The Corner Room - all rights reserved. Whether we’re building something or protecting something, if the Lord is not driving it, if the Lord is not over it, if the Lord is not in it, we do it in vain. We should be building; we should be watching, but God leads the charge in creating, preserv… Rod Ohmes 3358 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm127wisdomagoodrewardfathe/id/3674291.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812361 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, Father's Day, fathers, arrow, warrior, children, reward, blessing, kids, Scripture: Psalms 127:1-127:5, Series: Psalms: Session Part#19 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 16:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Whether we’re building something or protecting something, if the Lord is not driving it, if the Lord is not over it, if the Lord is not in it, we do it in vain. We should be building; we should be watching, but God leads the charge in creating, preserving, and parenting. Our working and watching shouldn’t be driven by anxious toil, but by the love of God. Hard work and rest do not have to be at odds with one another, but become enemies quickly when we approach either without an understanding of the love of God. God is already building and watching our kids because they are His gifts. They are His arrows in our hands, and they go far beyond where parents will go. So we must point our children at things that matter. - The parents' job is to teach and train and disciple their kids to be lovers and livers of the Gospel. 1. We need fathers who protect. 2. We need fathers who prepare. 3. We need fathers who pray. **The song "Psalm 127" is written and preformed by The Corner Room - all rights reserved. Whether we’re building something or protecting something, if the Lord is not driving it, if the Lord is not over it, if the Lord is not in it, we do it in vain. We should be building; we should be watching, but God leads the charge in creating, preserving, and parenting. Our working and watching shouldn’t be driven by anxious toil, but by the love of God. Hard work and rest do not have to be at odds with one another, but become enemies quickly when we approach either without an understanding of the love of God. God is already building and watching our kids because they are His gifts. They are His arrows in our hands, and they go far beyond where parents will go. So we must point our children at things that matter. - The parents' job is to teach and train and disciple their kids to be lovers and livers of the Gospel. 1. We need fathers who protect. 2. We need fathers who prepare. 3. We need fathers who pray. **The song "Psalm 127" is written and preformed by The Corner Room - all rights reserved. Whether we’re building something or protecting something, if the Lord is not driving it, if the Lord is not over it, if the Lord is not in it, we do it in vain. We should be building; we should be watching, but God leads the charge in creating, preserv… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm127wisdomagoodrewardfathe/id/412831 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21812361 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, Father's Day, fathers, arrow, warrior, children, reward, blessing, kids, Scripture: Psalms 127:1-127:5, Series: Psalms: Session Part#19 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 15:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Who is Doeg and why was him saying that David was in the house of Ahimelech such a big deal?” Doeg didn’t just commit the crime of murdering 85 priests of God and of killing every man, woman, child, and animal in the city of Nod, It sounds like he was even boasting about it. Attempting to impress others at the expense of your integrity will have disastrous results. Christians learn from the judgment of the Lord, and the eradication of wickedness is always a good thing. The faithfulness of a loving God is the Christian’s ultimate hope. The goodness of God is the Christian’s constant celebration. Christians know that the Lord is good & they encourage one another to keep believing. “Who is Doeg and why was him saying that David was in the house of Ahimelech such a big deal?” Doeg didn’t just commit the crime of murdering 85 priests of God and of killing every man, woman, child, and animal in the city of Nod, It sounds like he was even boasting about it. Attempting to impress others at the expense of your integrity will have disastrous results. Christians learn from the judgment of the Lord, and the eradication of wickedness is always a good thing. The faithfulness of a loving God is the Christian’s ultimate hope. The goodness of God is the Christian’s constant celebration. Christians know that the Lord is good & they encourage one another to keep believing. “Who is Doeg and why was him saying that David was in the house of Ahimelech such a big deal?” Doeg didn’t just commit the crime of murdering 85 priests of God and of killing every man, woman, child, and animal in the city of Nod, It sounds like he was… Rod Ohmes 2378 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805824/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm52thanksgivingcelebrating/id/3668813.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805824 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, thanksgiving, judgment, righteous, wicked, evil, grow, flourish, Scripture: Psalms 52:1-52:9, 1 Samuel 22:6-22:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#18 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 15:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Who is Doeg and why was him saying that David was in the house of Ahimelech such a big deal?” Doeg didn’t just commit the crime of murdering 85 priests of God and of killing every man, woman, child, and animal in the city of Nod, It sounds like he was even boasting about it. Attempting to impress others at the expense of your integrity will have disastrous results. Christians learn from the judgment of the Lord, and the eradication of wickedness is always a good thing. The faithfulness of a loving God is the Christian’s ultimate hope. The goodness of God is the Christian’s constant celebration. Christians know that the Lord is good & they encourage one another to keep believing. “Who is Doeg and why was him saying that David was in the house of Ahimelech such a big deal?” Doeg didn’t just commit the crime of murdering 85 priests of God and of killing every man, woman, child, and animal in the city of Nod, It sounds like he was even boasting about it. Attempting to impress others at the expense of your integrity will have disastrous results. Christians learn from the judgment of the Lord, and the eradication of wickedness is always a good thing. The faithfulness of a loving God is the Christian’s ultimate hope. The goodness of God is the Christian’s constant celebration. Christians know that the Lord is good & they encourage one another to keep believing. “Who is Doeg and why was him saying that David was in the house of Ahimelech such a big deal?” Doeg didn’t just commit the crime of murdering 85 priests of God and of killing every man, woman, child, and animal in the city of Nod, It sounds like he was… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805824/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm52thanksgivingcelebrating/id/412467 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805824 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, thanksgiving, judgment, righteous, wicked, evil, grow, flourish, Scripture: Psalms 52:1-52:9, 1 Samuel 22:6-22:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#18 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 15:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s children are in a constant state of loving and corrective discipline in a process called sanctification. Is it possible that the discipline of the Lord will produce gladness in your life? Psalm 51 settles the nature vs. nurture debate. Sin is wrapped up in our very nature and we can't escape it's effects without the mercy and grace of God. The result of genuine confession and then faithful forgiveness is clear in [v.13-15] – share it. God’s faithful forgiveness leads to excited evangelism. God desires humility and brokenness from His people. God’s children are in a constant state of loving and corrective discipline in a process called sanctification. Is it possible that the discipline of the Lord will produce gladness in your life? Psalm 51 settles the nature vs. nurture debate. Sin is wrapped up in our very nature and we can't escape it's effects without the mercy and grace of God. The result of genuine confession and then faithful forgiveness is clear in [v.13-15] – share it. God’s faithful forgiveness leads to excited evangelism. God desires humility and brokenness from His people. God’s children are in a constant state of loving and corrective discipline in a process called sanctification. Is it possible that the discipline of the Lord will produce gladness in your life? Psalm 51 settles the nature vs. nurture debate. Sin is wr… Rod Ohmes 3353 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805815/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalms51lamentconfrontationcon/id/3668804.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805815 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, confession, confrontation, grace, discipline, sanctification, Scripture: Psalms 51:1-51:19, 2 Samuel 12:1-12:13, Series: Psalms: Session Part#17 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 15:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s children are in a constant state of loving and corrective discipline in a process called sanctification. Is it possible that the discipline of the Lord will produce gladness in your life? Psalm 51 settles the nature vs. nurture debate. Sin is wrapped up in our very nature and we can't escape it's effects without the mercy and grace of God. The result of genuine confession and then faithful forgiveness is clear in [v.13-15] – share it. God’s faithful forgiveness leads to excited evangelism. God desires humility and brokenness from His people. God’s children are in a constant state of loving and corrective discipline in a process called sanctification. Is it possible that the discipline of the Lord will produce gladness in your life? Psalm 51 settles the nature vs. nurture debate. Sin is wrapped up in our very nature and we can't escape it's effects without the mercy and grace of God. The result of genuine confession and then faithful forgiveness is clear in [v.13-15] – share it. God’s faithful forgiveness leads to excited evangelism. God desires humility and brokenness from His people. God’s children are in a constant state of loving and corrective discipline in a process called sanctification. Is it possible that the discipline of the Lord will produce gladness in your life? Psalm 51 settles the nature vs. nurture debate. Sin is wr… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805815/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalms51lamentconfrontationcon/id/412466 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805815 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, confession, confrontation, grace, discipline, sanctification, Scripture: Psalms 51:1-51:19, 2 Samuel 12:1-12:13, Series: Psalms: Session Part#17 Sun, 30 May 2021 14:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David begins with a question of utmost importance: How can a person be right with God? Who can dwell on His holy hill? Simply put – the person who has integrity. The person with integrity shows it in the things they stand for, in the things they do, and also in the things they say. What we “speak in our heart” is vital to being the kind of person Psalm 15 describes. What comes out of your mouth reveals what’s going on in your heart, & the way you live your life reveals who you’re listening to. You won’t speak truth to others unless you’re speaking it to your own heart first. The person of integrity will be an immovable guest in the house of God forever. This psalm calls us to abandon our own righteousness and cling to Christ. David begins with a question of utmost importance: How can a person be right with God? Who can dwell on His holy hill? Simply put – the person who has integrity. The person with integrity shows it in the things they stand for, in the things they do, and also in the things they say. What we “speak in our heart” is vital to being the kind of person Psalm 15 describes. What comes out of your mouth reveals what’s going on in your heart, & the way you live your life reveals who you’re listening to. You won’t speak truth to others unless you’re speaking it to your own heart first. The person of integrity will be an immovable guest in the house of God forever. This psalm calls us to abandon our own righteousness and cling to Christ. David begins with a question of utmost importance: How can a person be right with God? Who can dwell on His holy hill? Simply put – the person who has integrity. The person with integrity shows it in the things they stand for, in the things they do, an… Rod Ohmes 2215 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm15wisdomtobeimmovablerodo/id/3668794.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805801 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, immovable, integrity, Scripture: Psalms 15:1-15:5, Isaiah 5:20-5:24, Series: Psalms: Session Part#16 Sun, 30 May 2021 14:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David begins with a question of utmost importance: How can a person be right with God? Who can dwell on His holy hill? Simply put – the person who has integrity. The person with integrity shows it in the things they stand for, in the things they do, and also in the things they say. What we “speak in our heart” is vital to being the kind of person Psalm 15 describes. What comes out of your mouth reveals what’s going on in your heart, & the way you live your life reveals who you’re listening to. You won’t speak truth to others unless you’re speaking it to your own heart first. The person of integrity will be an immovable guest in the house of God forever. This psalm calls us to abandon our own righteousness and cling to Christ. David begins with a question of utmost importance: How can a person be right with God? Who can dwell on His holy hill? Simply put – the person who has integrity. The person with integrity shows it in the things they stand for, in the things they do, and also in the things they say. What we “speak in our heart” is vital to being the kind of person Psalm 15 describes. What comes out of your mouth reveals what’s going on in your heart, & the way you live your life reveals who you’re listening to. You won’t speak truth to others unless you’re speaking it to your own heart first. The person of integrity will be an immovable guest in the house of God forever. This psalm calls us to abandon our own righteousness and cling to Christ. David begins with a question of utmost importance: How can a person be right with God? Who can dwell on His holy hill? Simply put – the person who has integrity. The person with integrity shows it in the things they stand for, in the things they do, an… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm15wisdomtobeimmovablerodo/id/412465 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21805801 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, immovable, integrity, Scripture: Psalms 15:1-15:5, Isaiah 5:20-5:24, Series: Psalms: Session Part#16 Sun, 23 May 2021 17:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When questions abound and darkness seems to be pressing in all around , where we turn for answers reveals where our faith is placed. Are we crying out to the right person? Our greatest need isn't a companion to stumble around in the darkness with us, it's someone who has a light to guide us out. Through the darkness, the storms, the sleepless nights, the pressing questions - do we appeal to our own experience? Or do we look to the historical faithfulness of a great and mighty God? Confidence in God is built by being reminded of what He has done and who He is. "When faith has its seven years of famine, history (memory) - like Joseph in Egypt - opens her granaries.” – Charles Spurgeon May the historical faithfulness of our great God be the song that soothes our weary souls in the dark of the night. When questions abound and darkness seems to be pressing in all around , where we turn for answers reveals where our faith is placed. Are we crying out to the right person? Our greatest need isn't a companion to stumble around in the darkness with us, it's someone who has a light to guide us out. Through the darkness, the storms, the sleepless nights, the pressing questions - do we appeal to our own experience? Or do we look to the historical faithfulness of a great and mighty God? Confidence in God is built by being reminded of what He has done and who He is. "When faith has its seven years of famine, history (memory) - like Joseph in Egypt - opens her granaries.” – Charles Spurgeon May the historical faithfulness of our great God be the song that soothes our weary souls in the dark of the night. When questions abound and darkness seems to be pressing in all around , where we turn for answers reveals where our faith is placed. Are we crying out to the right person? Our greatest need isn't a companion to stumble around in the darkness with us, i… Rod Ohmes 2336 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm77historicalanewsongrodoh/id/3659159.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795892 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, history, memory, recall, dark, night, anxious, worry, time, , Scripture: Psalms 77:1-77:20, Series: Psalms: Session Part#15 Sun, 23 May 2021 17:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When questions abound and darkness seems to be pressing in all around , where we turn for answers reveals where our faith is placed. Are we crying out to the right person? Our greatest need isn't a companion to stumble around in the darkness with us, it's someone who has a light to guide us out. Through the darkness, the storms, the sleepless nights, the pressing questions - do we appeal to our own experience? Or do we look to the historical faithfulness of a great and mighty God? Confidence in God is built by being reminded of what He has done and who He is. "When faith has its seven years of famine, history (memory) - like Joseph in Egypt - opens her granaries.” – Charles Spurgeon May the historical faithfulness of our great God be the song that soothes our weary souls in the dark of the night. When questions abound and darkness seems to be pressing in all around , where we turn for answers reveals where our faith is placed. Are we crying out to the right person? Our greatest need isn't a companion to stumble around in the darkness with us, it's someone who has a light to guide us out. Through the darkness, the storms, the sleepless nights, the pressing questions - do we appeal to our own experience? Or do we look to the historical faithfulness of a great and mighty God? Confidence in God is built by being reminded of what He has done and who He is. "When faith has its seven years of famine, history (memory) - like Joseph in Egypt - opens her granaries.” – Charles Spurgeon May the historical faithfulness of our great God be the song that soothes our weary souls in the dark of the night. When questions abound and darkness seems to be pressing in all around , where we turn for answers reveals where our faith is placed. Are we crying out to the right person? Our greatest need isn't a companion to stumble around in the darkness with us, i… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm77historicalanewsongrodoh/id/411688 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795892 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, history, memory, recall, dark, night, anxious, worry, time, , Scripture: Psalms 77:1-77:20, Series: Psalms: Session Part#15 Sun, 16 May 2021 17:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalm 110 is quoted in the NT more than any other OT passage, almost 30 times. Yahweh was known by the Jews as the eternal God of the universe, the Great I AM. Adonai was the general term for the title “lord”. According to Psalm 110:1, the “Son of David”, “Adonai-Lord”, was alive during David’s own time and was already greater than David. Psalm 77 lists six things that God the Father says He will do for God the Son: 1. The Lord will cause His people to follow Him joyfully. [v.3a] 2. The Lord will revive and refresh Him. [v.3b] 3. The Lord will not change His mind. [v.4] 4. The Lord will totally defeat all who oppose Him. [v.5 & v.6b] 5. The Lord will perfectly judge all who oppose Him. [v.6a] 6. The Lord will exalt Him completely. [v.7] Jesus was more than just the Son of David – in fact, He was even more than the Lord of David. Jesus was and is Lord of all. Psalm 110 is quoted in the NT more than any other OT passage, almost 30 times. Yahweh was known by the Jews as the eternal God of the universe, the Great I AM. Adonai was the general term for the title “lord”. According to Psalm 110:1, the “Son of David”, “Adonai-Lord”, was alive during David’s own time and was already greater than David. Psalm 77 lists six things that God the Father says He will do for God the Son: 1. The Lord will cause His people to follow Him joyfully. [v.3a] 2. The Lord will revive and refresh Him. [v.3b] 3. The Lord will not change His mind. [v.4] 4. The Lord will totally defeat all who oppose Him. [v.5 & v.6b] 5. The Lord will perfectly judge all who oppose Him. [v.6a] 6. The Lord will exalt Him completely. [v.7] Jesus was more than just the Son of David – in fact, He was even more than the Lord of David. Jesus was and is Lord of all. Psalm 110 is quoted in the NT more than any other OT passage, almost 30 times. Yahweh was known by the Jews as the eternal God of the universe, the Great I AM. Adonai was the general term for the title “lord”. According to Psalm 110:1, the “Son of Dav… Rod Ohmes 1847 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm110messianicsonofgod/id/3659147.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795888 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, main subject, omniscient, omnipresent, omnipotent, sovereign, Scripture: Psalms 110:1-110:7, Matthew 24:41-24:46, Series: Psalms: Session Part#14 Sun, 16 May 2021 17:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalm 110 is quoted in the NT more than any other OT passage, almost 30 times. Yahweh was known by the Jews as the eternal God of the universe, the Great I AM. Adonai was the general term for the title “lord”. According to Psalm 110:1, the “Son of David”, “Adonai-Lord”, was alive during David’s own time and was already greater than David. Psalm 77 lists six things that God the Father says He will do for God the Son: 1. The Lord will cause His people to follow Him joyfully. [v.3a] 2. The Lord will revive and refresh Him. [v.3b] 3. The Lord will not change His mind. [v.4] 4. The Lord will totally defeat all who oppose Him. [v.5 & v.6b] 5. The Lord will perfectly judge all who oppose Him. [v.6a] 6. The Lord will exalt Him completely. [v.7] Jesus was more than just the Son of David – in fact, He was even more than the Lord of David. Jesus was and is Lord of all. Psalm 110 is quoted in the NT more than any other OT passage, almost 30 times. Yahweh was known by the Jews as the eternal God of the universe, the Great I AM. Adonai was the general term for the title “lord”. According to Psalm 110:1, the “Son of David”, “Adonai-Lord”, was alive during David’s own time and was already greater than David. Psalm 77 lists six things that God the Father says He will do for God the Son: 1. The Lord will cause His people to follow Him joyfully. [v.3a] 2. The Lord will revive and refresh Him. [v.3b] 3. The Lord will not change His mind. [v.4] 4. The Lord will totally defeat all who oppose Him. [v.5 & v.6b] 5. The Lord will perfectly judge all who oppose Him. [v.6a] 6. The Lord will exalt Him completely. [v.7] Jesus was more than just the Son of David – in fact, He was even more than the Lord of David. Jesus was and is Lord of all. Psalm 110 is quoted in the NT more than any other OT passage, almost 30 times. Yahweh was known by the Jews as the eternal God of the universe, the Great I AM. Adonai was the general term for the title “lord”. According to Psalm 110:1, the “Son of Dav… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm110messianicsonofgod/id/411686 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21795888 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, main subject, omniscient, omnipresent, omnipotent, sovereign, Scripture: Psalms 110:1-110:7, Matthew 24:41-24:46, Series: Psalms: Session Part#14 Sun, 09 May 2021 16:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God is the main subject of Psalm 139, not David, not you, and not me. *v.1-6 - God is omniscient. The God who knows everything knows you: your actions, your heart/mind, your words, and your future. *v.7-12 - God is omnipresent. God’s presence has been, will be, and is now with His children. At all times and in all places, God is fully present. *v.13-18 - God is omnipotent. From even before conception – not just starting at birth – God is forming & knitting & writing our stories. God is completely sovereign over each one of us. *v.19-24 - a right response to who God is. When we see ourselves in comparison to the greatness of God, our hearts will be moved like David’s – to repentance and worship. Since God is not far from you, the proper response is to seek Him. God is the main subject of Psalm 139, not David, not you, and not me. *v.1-6 - God is omniscient. The God who knows everything knows you: your actions, your heart/mind, your words, and your future. *v.7-12 - God is omnipresent. God’s presence has been, will be, and is now with His children. At all times and in all places, God is fully present. *v.13-18 - God is omnipotent. From even before conception – not just starting at birth – God is forming & knitting & writing our stories. God is completely sovereign over each one of us. *v.19-24 - a right response to who God is. When we see ourselves in comparison to the greatness of God, our hearts will be moved like David’s – to repentance and worship. Since God is not far from you, the proper response is to seek Him. God is the main subject of Psalm 139, not David, not you, and not me. *v.1-6 - God is omniscient. The God who knows everything knows you: your actions, your heart/mind, your words, and your future. *v.7-12 - God is omnipresent. God’s presence has … Rod Ohmes 3058 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789267/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm139wisdomgodis/id/3652848.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789267 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, main subject, omniscient, omnipresent, omnipotent, sovereign, Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:24, Acts 17:24-17:27, Series: Psalms: Session Part#13 Sun, 09 May 2021 16:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God is the main subject of Psalm 139, not David, not you, and not me. *v.1-6 - God is omniscient. The God who knows everything knows you: your actions, your heart/mind, your words, and your future. *v.7-12 - God is omnipresent. God’s presence has been, will be, and is now with His children. At all times and in all places, God is fully present. *v.13-18 - God is omnipotent. From even before conception – not just starting at birth – God is forming & knitting & writing our stories. God is completely sovereign over each one of us. *v.19-24 - a right response to who God is. When we see ourselves in comparison to the greatness of God, our hearts will be moved like David’s – to repentance and worship. Since God is not far from you, the proper response is to seek Him. God is the main subject of Psalm 139, not David, not you, and not me. *v.1-6 - God is omniscient. The God who knows everything knows you: your actions, your heart/mind, your words, and your future. *v.7-12 - God is omnipresent. God’s presence has been, will be, and is now with His children. At all times and in all places, God is fully present. *v.13-18 - God is omnipotent. From even before conception – not just starting at birth – God is forming & knitting & writing our stories. God is completely sovereign over each one of us. *v.19-24 - a right response to who God is. When we see ourselves in comparison to the greatness of God, our hearts will be moved like David’s – to repentance and worship. Since God is not far from you, the proper response is to seek Him. God is the main subject of Psalm 139, not David, not you, and not me. *v.1-6 - God is omniscient. The God who knows everything knows you: your actions, your heart/mind, your words, and your future. *v.7-12 - God is omnipresent. God’s presence has … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789267/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm139wisdomgodis/id/411223 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789267 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, main subject, omniscient, omnipresent, omnipotent, sovereign, Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:24, Acts 17:24-17:27, Series: Psalms: Session Part#13 Sun, 02 May 2021 16:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If we’re going to tell of the salvation of the Lord, then we must speak of Jesus. And so the thing that we sing about and declare to all the nations is nothing less than the excellent, wonderful, marvelous message of salvation in and through Jesus Christ. If God is great, then He is what we should be most excited about. Worship in Psalm 96 is pictured mainly as us bringing praise and offerings to God. Tim Keller says, “We are called not simply to communicate the Gospel to nonbelievers; we must also intentionally celebrate the Gospel before them.” May we marvel at the Gospel again and again and spread it throughout all the earth. If we’re going to tell of the salvation of the Lord, then we must speak of Jesus. And so the thing that we sing about and declare to all the nations is nothing less than the excellent, wonderful, marvelous message of salvation in and through Jesus Christ. If God is great, then He is what we should be most excited about. Worship in Psalm 96 is pictured mainly as us bringing praise and offerings to God. Tim Keller says, “We are called not simply to communicate the Gospel to nonbelievers; we must also intentionally celebrate the Gospel before them.” May we marvel at the Gospel again and again and spread it throughout all the earth. If we’re going to tell of the salvation of the Lord, then we must speak of Jesus. And so the thing that we sing about and declare to all the nations is nothing less than the excellent, wonderful, marvelous message of salvation in and through Jesus Chri… Rod Ohmes 2252 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789265/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm96praisethegloryofgod/id/3652838.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789265 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, sing, worship, grilled cheese, Scripture: Psalms 96:1-96:13, Series: Psalms: Session Part#12 Sun, 02 May 2021 16:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If we’re going to tell of the salvation of the Lord, then we must speak of Jesus. And so the thing that we sing about and declare to all the nations is nothing less than the excellent, wonderful, marvelous message of salvation in and through Jesus Christ. If God is great, then He is what we should be most excited about. Worship in Psalm 96 is pictured mainly as us bringing praise and offerings to God. Tim Keller says, “We are called not simply to communicate the Gospel to nonbelievers; we must also intentionally celebrate the Gospel before them.” May we marvel at the Gospel again and again and spread it throughout all the earth. If we’re going to tell of the salvation of the Lord, then we must speak of Jesus. And so the thing that we sing about and declare to all the nations is nothing less than the excellent, wonderful, marvelous message of salvation in and through Jesus Christ. If God is great, then He is what we should be most excited about. Worship in Psalm 96 is pictured mainly as us bringing praise and offerings to God. Tim Keller says, “We are called not simply to communicate the Gospel to nonbelievers; we must also intentionally celebrate the Gospel before them.” May we marvel at the Gospel again and again and spread it throughout all the earth. If we’re going to tell of the salvation of the Lord, then we must speak of Jesus. And so the thing that we sing about and declare to all the nations is nothing less than the excellent, wonderful, marvelous message of salvation in and through Jesus Chri… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789265/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm96praisethegloryofgod/id/411221 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789265 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, sing, worship, grilled cheese, Scripture: Psalms 96:1-96:13, Series: Psalms: Session Part#12 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 15:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David's trust was not in himself. He didn’t sleep well because he had the situation under control, but because His Protector did. Salvation belongs to the Lord, but it’s a blessing that He gives to His people. We are the recipients of this mercy, grace, and love, but it’s all about what the Lord has done. David recognized and celebrated the fact that God alone is the one who saves. David's trust was not in himself. He didn’t sleep well because he had the situation under control, but because His Protector did. Salvation belongs to the Lord, but it’s a blessing that He gives to His people. We are the recipients of this mercy, grace, and love, but it’s all about what the Lord has done. David recognized and celebrated the fact that God alone is the one who saves. David's trust was not in himself. He didn’t sleep well because he had the situation under control, but because His Protector did. Salvation belongs to the Lord, but it’s a blessing that He gives to His people. We are the recipients of this mercy, gra… Rod Ohmes 2447 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789259/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm3lamentfearfaithsleep/id/3652813.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789259 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, fear, faith, sleep, rest, David, Absalom, , Scripture: Psalms 3:1-3:8, 2 Samuel 15:1-15:12, Series: Psalms: Session Part#11 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 15:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David's trust was not in himself. He didn’t sleep well because he had the situation under control, but because His Protector did. Salvation belongs to the Lord, but it’s a blessing that He gives to His people. We are the recipients of this mercy, grace, and love, but it’s all about what the Lord has done. David recognized and celebrated the fact that God alone is the one who saves. David's trust was not in himself. He didn’t sleep well because he had the situation under control, but because His Protector did. Salvation belongs to the Lord, but it’s a blessing that He gives to His people. We are the recipients of this mercy, grace, and love, but it’s all about what the Lord has done. David recognized and celebrated the fact that God alone is the one who saves. David's trust was not in himself. He didn’t sleep well because he had the situation under control, but because His Protector did. Salvation belongs to the Lord, but it’s a blessing that He gives to His people. We are the recipients of this mercy, gra… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789259/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm3lamentfearfaithsleep/id/411219 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21789259 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, fear, faith, sleep, rest, David, Absalom, , Scripture: Psalms 3:1-3:8, 2 Samuel 15:1-15:12, Series: Psalms: Session Part#11 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 13:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes What you think when you look up at the sky tells a lot about what you believe about God. According to this psalm, the purpose of nature is clear and specific: to point us to God, not away from Him. The Words of God have an effect on us that is better than the effects of anything else we can watch or read or study or listen to. The things that are most important to so many of us are actually less important than the Word of God. Christian: cherish His Word. In doing so, there is great reward. What you think when you look up at the sky tells a lot about what you believe about God. According to this psalm, the purpose of nature is clear and specific: to point us to God, not away from Him. The Words of God have an effect on us that is better than the effects of anything else we can watch or read or study or listen to. The things that are most important to so many of us are actually less important than the Word of God. Christian: cherish His Word. In doing so, there is great reward. What you think when you look up at the sky tells a lot about what you believe about God. According to this psalm, the purpose of nature is clear and specific: to point us to God, not away from Him. The Words of God have an effect on us that is better… Rod Ohmes 2643 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779573/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm19wisdomthewordofgod/id/3643438.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779573 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, words, language, speak, nature, voice, glory of God, heavens, Scripture: Psalms 19:1-19:14, Series: Psalms: Session Part#10 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 13:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes What you think when you look up at the sky tells a lot about what you believe about God. According to this psalm, the purpose of nature is clear and specific: to point us to God, not away from Him. The Words of God have an effect on us that is better than the effects of anything else we can watch or read or study or listen to. The things that are most important to so many of us are actually less important than the Word of God. Christian: cherish His Word. In doing so, there is great reward. What you think when you look up at the sky tells a lot about what you believe about God. According to this psalm, the purpose of nature is clear and specific: to point us to God, not away from Him. The Words of God have an effect on us that is better than the effects of anything else we can watch or read or study or listen to. The things that are most important to so many of us are actually less important than the Word of God. Christian: cherish His Word. In doing so, there is great reward. What you think when you look up at the sky tells a lot about what you believe about God. According to this psalm, the purpose of nature is clear and specific: to point us to God, not away from Him. The Words of God have an effect on us that is better… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779573/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm19wisdomthewordofgod/id/410535 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779573 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, wisdom, words, language, speak, nature, voice, glory of God, heavens, Scripture: Psalms 19:1-19:14, Series: Psalms: Session Part#10 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 23:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The things that this psalm points our minds back to are designed to inspire reflection and praise. Everything that we have – everything that we give thanks for – comes out of this truth: God is good. What the Lord has done, He is continuing to do because of His goodness and love. God’s providence in our lives oftentimes leads us through pain and trials. God redeems, sustains, and leads His people because “His steadfast love endures forever.” The Creator of all divinely meets the needs of all because of His faithful love. If it’s true that God redeems, sustains, leads, and blesses His people, what should our response be? Our posture should be one of humility and gratefulness. The things that this psalm points our minds back to are designed to inspire reflection and praise. Everything that we have – everything that we give thanks for – comes out of this truth: God is good. What the Lord has done, He is continuing to do because of His goodness and love. God’s providence in our lives oftentimes leads us through pain and trials. God redeems, sustains, and leads His people because “His steadfast love endures forever.” The Creator of all divinely meets the needs of all because of His faithful love. If it’s true that God redeems, sustains, leads, and blesses His people, what should our response be? Our posture should be one of humility and gratefulness. The things that this psalm points our minds back to are designed to inspire reflection and praise. Everything that we have – everything that we give thanks for – comes out of this truth: God is good. What the Lord has done, He is continuing to do becau… Rod Ohmes 2263 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779218/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm136thanksgivinghisloveend/id/3643100.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779218 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanksgiving, endures, love, covenant, steadfast, Scripture: Psalms 136:1-136:26, Series: Psalms: Session Part#9 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 23:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The things that this psalm points our minds back to are designed to inspire reflection and praise. Everything that we have – everything that we give thanks for – comes out of this truth: God is good. What the Lord has done, He is continuing to do because of His goodness and love. God’s providence in our lives oftentimes leads us through pain and trials. God redeems, sustains, and leads His people because “His steadfast love endures forever.” The Creator of all divinely meets the needs of all because of His faithful love. If it’s true that God redeems, sustains, leads, and blesses His people, what should our response be? Our posture should be one of humility and gratefulness. The things that this psalm points our minds back to are designed to inspire reflection and praise. Everything that we have – everything that we give thanks for – comes out of this truth: God is good. What the Lord has done, He is continuing to do because of His goodness and love. God’s providence in our lives oftentimes leads us through pain and trials. God redeems, sustains, and leads His people because “His steadfast love endures forever.” The Creator of all divinely meets the needs of all because of His faithful love. If it’s true that God redeems, sustains, leads, and blesses His people, what should our response be? Our posture should be one of humility and gratefulness. The things that this psalm points our minds back to are designed to inspire reflection and praise. Everything that we have – everything that we give thanks for – comes out of this truth: God is good. What the Lord has done, He is continuing to do becau… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779218/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm136thanksgivinghisloveend/id/410486 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21779218 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanksgiving, endures, love, covenant, steadfast, Scripture: Psalms 136:1-136:26, Series: Psalms: Session Part#9 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 14:58:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Everything hinges on the atoning death of Christ and on His resurrection. But we can’t rightly celebrate the empty tomb without first understanding the cross. When Jesus quoted the first line of Psalm 22 on the cross, the minds of the Jews listening would have immediately gone back to that psalm. Psalm 22 was coming to life in the death of Jesus. The resurrection celebrates Jesus’ triumph over sin and death, which are both things that He only experienced because of us – for us. If we as individuals, families, or churches focus people’s attention on the commercial aspects of Easter, then we need to stop and think longer and harder on the reality of the crucifixion. Jesus' cry, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" was a cry of identification with mankind’s suffering because of sin, with the deliberate hope of looking through the painful circumstances to the faithfulness of the Father. The cross reveals the consequences of sin, but it screams the love of God. The empty tomb stands as the paid receipt of God’s purchase of His children. If Christ has been raised, then everything changes. Sinners can be made clean. Enemies of God can be made His friends. The dead can be given new life. When Jesus said "It is finished", He was really just getting started. He still seeks and saves the lost today. Everything hinges on the atoning death of Christ and on His resurrection. But we can’t rightly celebrate the empty tomb without first understanding the cross. When Jesus quoted the first line of Psalm 22 on the cross, the minds of the Jews listening would have immediately gone back to that psalm. Psalm 22 was coming to life in the death of Jesus. The resurrection celebrates Jesus’ triumph over sin and death, which are both things that He only experienced because of us – for us. If we as individuals, families, or churches focus people’s attention on the commercial aspects of Easter, then we need to stop and think longer and harder on the reality of the crucifixion. Jesus' cry, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" was a cry of identification with mankind’s suffering because of sin, with the deliberate hope of looking through the painful circumstances to the faithfulness of the Father. The cross reveals the consequences of sin, but it screams the love of God. The empty tomb stands as the paid receipt of God’s purchase of His children. If Christ has been raised, then everything changes. Sinners can be made clean. Enemies of God can be made His friends. The dead can be given new life. When Jesus said "It is finished", He was really just getting started. He still seeks and saves the lost today. Everything hinges on the atoning death of Christ and on His resurrection. But we can’t rightly celebrate the empty tomb without first understanding the cross. When Jesus quoted the first line of Psalm 22 on the cross, the minds of the Jews listening … Rod Ohmes 1701 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21771015/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_easterpsalm22messianicforsaken/id/3635653.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21771015 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, Easter, cross, empty tomb, forsaken, surrounded, love, raised, resurrection, Scripture: Psalms 22:1-22:31, 1 Corinthians 15:13-15:19, 2 Corinthians 5:17-5:17, Series: Psalms: Session Part#8 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 14:58:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Everything hinges on the atoning death of Christ and on His resurrection. But we can’t rightly celebrate the empty tomb without first understanding the cross. When Jesus quoted the first line of Psalm 22 on the cross, the minds of the Jews listening would have immediately gone back to that psalm. Psalm 22 was coming to life in the death of Jesus. The resurrection celebrates Jesus’ triumph over sin and death, which are both things that He only experienced because of us – for us. If we as individuals, families, or churches focus people’s attention on the commercial aspects of Easter, then we need to stop and think longer and harder on the reality of the crucifixion. Jesus' cry, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" was a cry of identification with mankind’s suffering because of sin, with the deliberate hope of looking through the painful circumstances to the faithfulness of the Father. The cross reveals the consequences of sin, but it screams the love of God. The empty tomb stands as the paid receipt of God’s purchase of His children. If Christ has been raised, then everything changes. Sinners can be made clean. Enemies of God can be made His friends. The dead can be given new life. When Jesus said "It is finished", He was really just getting started. He still seeks and saves the lost today. Everything hinges on the atoning death of Christ and on His resurrection. But we can’t rightly celebrate the empty tomb without first understanding the cross. When Jesus quoted the first line of Psalm 22 on the cross, the minds of the Jews listening would have immediately gone back to that psalm. Psalm 22 was coming to life in the death of Jesus. The resurrection celebrates Jesus’ triumph over sin and death, which are both things that He only experienced because of us – for us. If we as individuals, families, or churches focus people’s attention on the commercial aspects of Easter, then we need to stop and think longer and harder on the reality of the crucifixion. Jesus' cry, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" was a cry of identification with mankind’s suffering because of sin, with the deliberate hope of looking through the painful circumstances to the faithfulness of the Father. The cross reveals the consequences of sin, but it screams the love of God. The empty tomb stands as the paid receipt of God’s purchase of His children. If Christ has been raised, then everything changes. Sinners can be made clean. Enemies of God can be made His friends. The dead can be given new life. When Jesus said "It is finished", He was really just getting started. He still seeks and saves the lost today. Everything hinges on the atoning death of Christ and on His resurrection. But we can’t rightly celebrate the empty tomb without first understanding the cross. When Jesus quoted the first line of Psalm 22 on the cross, the minds of the Jews listening … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21771015/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_easterpsalm22messianicforsaken/id/409975 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21771015 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, Easter, cross, empty tomb, forsaken, surrounded, love, raised, resurrection, Scripture: Psalms 22:1-22:31, 1 Corinthians 15:13-15:19, 2 Corinthians 5:17-5:17, Series: Psalms: Session Part#8 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 18:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Thanksgiving is a response to a former kindness. God instructed the people of Israel to give the census ransom as a way of remembering whose they were, who they belonged to (Ex. 30). Satan tempted Adam & Eve, David here, and you and I still today not just that we don’t need God, but that we are actually god. Herein lies David’s problem in 2 Sam. 24, and to what I believe he’s referring to in Psalm 30. Thanksgiving is an individual thing, but it is also a corporate act. When mercy is received, thankfulness is called for. When God’s people stand back and see His undeserved mercy, thanks and praise burst out. Thanksgiving is a response to a former kindness. God instructed the people of Israel to give the census ransom as a way of remembering whose they were, who they belonged to (Ex. 30). Satan tempted Adam & Eve, David here, and you and I still today not just that we don’t need God, but that we are actually god. Herein lies David’s problem in 2 Sam. 24, and to what I believe he’s referring to in Psalm 30. Thanksgiving is an individual thing, but it is also a corporate act. When mercy is received, thankfulness is called for. When God’s people stand back and see His undeserved mercy, thanks and praise burst out. Thanksgiving is a response to a former kindness. God instructed the people of Israel to give the census ransom as a way of remembering whose they were, who they belonged to (Ex. 30). Satan tempted Adam & Eve, David here, and you and I still today not… Rod Ohmes 2670 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21768154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm30thanksgivingwheredoesit/id/3632919.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21768154 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanksgiving, gratitude, , Scripture: Psalms 30:1-30:12, 2 Samuel 24:1-24:25, 1 Chronicles 21:1-21:30, Exodus 30:11-30:16, Series: Psalms: Session Part#7 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 18:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Thanksgiving is a response to a former kindness. God instructed the people of Israel to give the census ransom as a way of remembering whose they were, who they belonged to (Ex. 30). Satan tempted Adam & Eve, David here, and you and I still today not just that we don’t need God, but that we are actually god. Herein lies David’s problem in 2 Sam. 24, and to what I believe he’s referring to in Psalm 30. Thanksgiving is an individual thing, but it is also a corporate act. When mercy is received, thankfulness is called for. When God’s people stand back and see His undeserved mercy, thanks and praise burst out. Thanksgiving is a response to a former kindness. God instructed the people of Israel to give the census ransom as a way of remembering whose they were, who they belonged to (Ex. 30). Satan tempted Adam & Eve, David here, and you and I still today not just that we don’t need God, but that we are actually god. Herein lies David’s problem in 2 Sam. 24, and to what I believe he’s referring to in Psalm 30. Thanksgiving is an individual thing, but it is also a corporate act. When mercy is received, thankfulness is called for. When God’s people stand back and see His undeserved mercy, thanks and praise burst out. Thanksgiving is a response to a former kindness. God instructed the people of Israel to give the census ransom as a way of remembering whose they were, who they belonged to (Ex. 30). Satan tempted Adam & Eve, David here, and you and I still today not… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21768154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm30thanksgivingwheredoesit/id/409784 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21768154 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, thanksgiving, gratitude, , Scripture: Psalms 30:1-30:12, 2 Samuel 24:1-24:25, 1 Chronicles 21:1-21:30, Exodus 30:11-30:16, Series: Psalms: Session Part#7 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 20:14:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2725 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21763651/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm2messianicasonhamilton/id/3628631.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21763651 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, Messianic, David, Messiah, nations, laughs, refuge, Christ alone, Scripture: Psalms 2:1-2:12, Series: Psalms: Session Part#6 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 17:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Learning from the past has two profound effects on the Christian: 1. It leads us to obedience and holiness. (Psalm 78 & 105) 2. It leads us to praise and worship. (Psalm 26) But what happens when the things that have occurred in your life don’t easily lead to these things? What happens when life leads to lament? There is proper lament, and there is improper lament. There is godly sorrow, and there is worldly sorrow. (2 Cor. 7:10) In lament, the unbeliever’s eyes are fixed on the cause of the problem, but the believer’s eyes are fixed on the solution to the problem. Jesus showed us that we can express our laments & be honest with God while submitting to Him. In our times of lament, may we be like Jesus: honest about our feelings & focused on the Father. We shouldn’t fix our eyes on the cause of the problem, but we shouldn’t fix them on ourselves either. 2 Chronicles 20:12, “‘O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you’.” Psalm 13:5-6, “But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation. I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.” Even in lament we can recognize that the Lord has dealt bountifully with us. Learning from the past has two profound effects on the Christian: 1. It leads us to obedience and holiness. (Psalm 78 & 105) 2. It leads us to praise and worship. (Psalm 26) But what happens when the things that have occurred in your life don’t easily lead to these things? What happens when life leads to lament? There is proper lament, and there is improper lament. There is godly sorrow, and there is worldly sorrow. (2 Cor. 7:10) In lament, the unbeliever’s eyes are fixed on the cause of the problem, but the believer’s eyes are fixed on the solution to the problem. Jesus showed us that we can express our laments & be honest with God while submitting to Him. In our times of lament, may we be like Jesus: honest about our feelings & focused on the Father. We shouldn’t fix our eyes on the cause of the problem, but we shouldn’t fix them on ourselves either. 2 Chronicles 20:12, “‘O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you’.” Psalm 13:5-6, “But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation. I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.” Even in lament we can recognize that the Lord has dealt bountifully with us. Learning from the past has two profound effects on the Christian: 1. It leads us to obedience and holiness. (Psalm 78 & 105) 2. It leads us to praise and worship. (Psalm 26) But what happens when the things that have occurred in your life don’t easily… Rod Ohmes 2227 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760034/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm13lamentwheretolookrodohm/id/3625165.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760034 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, Scripture: Psalms 13:1-13:6, 2 Chronicles 20:1-20:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#5 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 17:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Learning from the past has two profound effects on the Christian: 1. It leads us to obedience and holiness. (Psalm 78 & 105) 2. It leads us to praise and worship. (Psalm 26) But what happens when the things that have occurred in your life don’t easily lead to these things? What happens when life leads to lament? There is proper lament, and there is improper lament. There is godly sorrow, and there is worldly sorrow. (2 Cor. 7:10) In lament, the unbeliever’s eyes are fixed on the cause of the problem, but the believer’s eyes are fixed on the solution to the problem. Jesus showed us that we can express our laments & be honest with God while submitting to Him. In our times of lament, may we be like Jesus: honest about our feelings & focused on the Father. We shouldn’t fix our eyes on the cause of the problem, but we shouldn’t fix them on ourselves either. 2 Chronicles 20:12, “‘O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you’.” Psalm 13:5-6, “But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation. I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.” Even in lament we can recognize that the Lord has dealt bountifully with us. Learning from the past has two profound effects on the Christian: 1. It leads us to obedience and holiness. (Psalm 78 & 105) 2. It leads us to praise and worship. (Psalm 26) But what happens when the things that have occurred in your life don’t easily lead to these things? What happens when life leads to lament? There is proper lament, and there is improper lament. There is godly sorrow, and there is worldly sorrow. (2 Cor. 7:10) In lament, the unbeliever’s eyes are fixed on the cause of the problem, but the believer’s eyes are fixed on the solution to the problem. Jesus showed us that we can express our laments & be honest with God while submitting to Him. In our times of lament, may we be like Jesus: honest about our feelings & focused on the Father. We shouldn’t fix our eyes on the cause of the problem, but we shouldn’t fix them on ourselves either. 2 Chronicles 20:12, “‘O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you’.” Psalm 13:5-6, “But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation. I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.” Even in lament we can recognize that the Lord has dealt bountifully with us. Learning from the past has two profound effects on the Christian: 1. It leads us to obedience and holiness. (Psalm 78 & 105) 2. It leads us to praise and worship. (Psalm 26) But what happens when the things that have occurred in your life don’t easily… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760034/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm13lamentwheretolookrodohm/id/409167 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760034 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, lament, Scripture: Psalms 13:1-13:6, 2 Chronicles 20:1-20:23, Series: Psalms: Session Part#5 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 17:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes One generation teaching the next has always been God’s way. The point of retelling history is so that the next generation might learn something. In particular, that they might learn how to obey God & keep His commands. We are commanded to remember. God remembers the covenant-promise He has made to His people. Our perspective includes all of history so we don’t make the same mistakes. Whether it’s pleasant lesson to learn or not, God’s command to remember is designed to lead us to holiness. One generation teaching the next has always been God’s way. The point of retelling history is so that the next generation might learn something. In particular, that they might learn how to obey God & keep His commands. We are commanded to remember. God remembers the covenant-promise He has made to His people. Our perspective includes all of history so we don’t make the same mistakes. Whether it’s pleasant lesson to learn or not, God’s command to remember is designed to lead us to holiness. One generation teaching the next has always been God’s way. The point of retelling history is so that the next generation might learn something. In particular, that they might learn how to obey God & keep His commands. We are commanded to remember. Go… Rod Ohmes 2440 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760031/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm10578historicalperspectiv/id/3625164.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760031 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, history, perspective, learn, teach, exodus, , promise, emember, generations, David, , Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:45, Psalms 78:1-78:72, Series: Psalms: Session Part#4 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 17:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes One generation teaching the next has always been God’s way. The point of retelling history is so that the next generation might learn something. In particular, that they might learn how to obey God & keep His commands. We are commanded to remember. God remembers the covenant-promise He has made to His people. Our perspective includes all of history so we don’t make the same mistakes. Whether it’s pleasant lesson to learn or not, God’s command to remember is designed to lead us to holiness. One generation teaching the next has always been God’s way. The point of retelling history is so that the next generation might learn something. In particular, that they might learn how to obey God & keep His commands. We are commanded to remember. God remembers the covenant-promise He has made to His people. Our perspective includes all of history so we don’t make the same mistakes. Whether it’s pleasant lesson to learn or not, God’s command to remember is designed to lead us to holiness. One generation teaching the next has always been God’s way. The point of retelling history is so that the next generation might learn something. In particular, that they might learn how to obey God & keep His commands. We are commanded to remember. Go… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760031/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm10578historicalperspectiv/id/409166 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21760031 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, history, perspective, learn, teach, exodus, , promise, emember, generations, David, , Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:45, Psalms 78:1-78:72, Series: Psalms: Session Part#4 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 16:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David's trust was not in his own strength, his fighting ability, or even in his growing number of supporters – he says his trust was in the Lord. There was something better that David wanted to constantly put before his eyes, and he resolved to walk in integrity no matter what others were doing. There is little more that revives our faith and puts things in the right perspective than remembering the love of God. Let us bless the Lord at all times, because at all times we have cause to do so. The result of a fuller view of the Savior will be worship. The result of remembering the lovingkindness of the Lord will be worship. David's trust was not in his own strength, his fighting ability, or even in his growing number of supporters – he says his trust was in the Lord. There was something better that David wanted to constantly put before his eyes, and he resolved to walk in integrity no matter what others were doing. There is little more that revives our faith and puts things in the right perspective than remembering the love of God. Let us bless the Lord at all times, because at all times we have cause to do so. The result of a fuller view of the Savior will be worship. The result of remembering the lovingkindness of the Lord will be worship. David's trust was not in his own strength, his fighting ability, or even in his growing number of supporters – he says his trust was in the Lord. There was something better that David wanted to constantly put before his eyes, and he resolved to walk in… Rod Ohmes 2459 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21752802/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm26praiseremembranceleadst/id/3618166.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21752802 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, songs, congregation, walk, sit, stand, wicked, Scripture: Psalms 26:1-26:12, 1 Samuel 24:1-24:22, Series: Psalms: Session Part#3 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 16:43:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes David's trust was not in his own strength, his fighting ability, or even in his growing number of supporters – he says his trust was in the Lord. There was something better that David wanted to constantly put before his eyes, and he resolved to walk in integrity no matter what others were doing. There is little more that revives our faith and puts things in the right perspective than remembering the love of God. Let us bless the Lord at all times, because at all times we have cause to do so. The result of a fuller view of the Savior will be worship. The result of remembering the lovingkindness of the Lord will be worship. David's trust was not in his own strength, his fighting ability, or even in his growing number of supporters – he says his trust was in the Lord. There was something better that David wanted to constantly put before his eyes, and he resolved to walk in integrity no matter what others were doing. There is little more that revives our faith and puts things in the right perspective than remembering the love of God. Let us bless the Lord at all times, because at all times we have cause to do so. The result of a fuller view of the Savior will be worship. The result of remembering the lovingkindness of the Lord will be worship. David's trust was not in his own strength, his fighting ability, or even in his growing number of supporters – he says his trust was in the Lord. There was something better that David wanted to constantly put before his eyes, and he resolved to walk in… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21752802/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm26praiseremembranceleadst/id/408648 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21752802 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, songs, congregation, walk, sit, stand, wicked, Scripture: Psalms 26:1-26:12, 1 Samuel 24:1-24:22, Series: Psalms: Session Part#3 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 20:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalms is a great picture of the normal life of faith. Which counsel do you heed? Who do you listen to? There’s no shortage of voices. Psalm 1 helps us weed through these voices and helps us understand that truth exists. A righteous person delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it constantly. Though your situation may seem overwhelming, remember that you have been planted, are continually watered, and will not wither. - Notice the progression of the wicked in v.1. - They start by walking in the counsel of the wicked. - Then they stand in the way of sinners. - Then they sit in the seat of scoffers. Unless God’s Spirit intervenes, wicked people will naturally grow worse and worse. Don’t make bad company your main company. How you spend your time and who you spend it with changes you deeply. Real joy is not found in selfish living, but in surrendering to Jesus. Psalms is a great picture of the normal life of faith. Which counsel do you heed? Who do you listen to? There’s no shortage of voices. Psalm 1 helps us weed through these voices and helps us understand that truth exists. A righteous person delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it constantly. Though your situation may seem overwhelming, remember that you have been planted, are continually watered, and will not wither. - Notice the progression of the wicked in v.1. - They start by walking in the counsel of the wicked. - Then they stand in the way of sinners. - Then they sit in the seat of scoffers. Unless God’s Spirit intervenes, wicked people will naturally grow worse and worse. Don’t make bad company your main company. How you spend your time and who you spend it with changes you deeply. Real joy is not found in selfish living, but in surrendering to Jesus. Psalms is a great picture of the normal life of faith. Which counsel do you heed? Who do you listen to? There’s no shortage of voices. Psalm 1 helps us weed through these voices and helps us understand that truth exists. A righteous person delights i… Rod Ohmes 2536 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21748938/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalm1wisdomtherighteousthewic/id/3614489.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21748938 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, songs, wisdom, company, Scripture: Psalms 1:1-1:6, Series: Psalms: Session Part#2 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 20:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Psalms is a great picture of the normal life of faith. Which counsel do you heed? Who do you listen to? There’s no shortage of voices. Psalm 1 helps us weed through these voices and helps us understand that truth exists. A righteous person delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it constantly. Though your situation may seem overwhelming, remember that you have been planted, are continually watered, and will not wither. - Notice the progression of the wicked in v.1. - They start by walking in the counsel of the wicked. - Then they stand in the way of sinners. - Then they sit in the seat of scoffers. Unless God’s Spirit intervenes, wicked people will naturally grow worse and worse. Don’t make bad company your main company. How you spend your time and who you spend it with changes you deeply. Real joy is not found in selfish living, but in surrendering to Jesus. Psalms is a great picture of the normal life of faith. Which counsel do you heed? Who do you listen to? There’s no shortage of voices. Psalm 1 helps us weed through these voices and helps us understand that truth exists. A righteous person delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it constantly. Though your situation may seem overwhelming, remember that you have been planted, are continually watered, and will not wither. - Notice the progression of the wicked in v.1. - They start by walking in the counsel of the wicked. - Then they stand in the way of sinners. - Then they sit in the seat of scoffers. Unless God’s Spirit intervenes, wicked people will naturally grow worse and worse. Don’t make bad company your main company. How you spend your time and who you spend it with changes you deeply. Real joy is not found in selfish living, but in surrendering to Jesus. Psalms is a great picture of the normal life of faith. Which counsel do you heed? Who do you listen to? There’s no shortage of voices. Psalm 1 helps us weed through these voices and helps us understand that truth exists. A righteous person delights i… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21748938/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalm1wisdomtherighteousthewic/id/408350 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21748938 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, songs, wisdom, company, Scripture: Psalms 1:1-1:6, Series: Psalms: Session Part#2 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Spirit is the actual author of every Psalm, and Jesus and His apostles treated the Psalms as the infallible Word of God. We want to study and show ourselves approved in order to know God better through His Word, not just to be better informed. Jesus studied & memorized the same Psalms. The Psalms we read are the same Psalms He read, and cherished, and memorized, and quoted. In our time in Psalms, may we learn to cherish them as Christ did. The Spirit is the actual author of every Psalm, and Jesus and His apostles treated the Psalms as the infallible Word of God. We want to study and show ourselves approved in order to know God better through His Word, not just to be better informed. Jesus studied & memorized the same Psalms. The Psalms we read are the same Psalms He read, and cherished, and memorized, and quoted. In our time in Psalms, may we learn to cherish them as Christ did. The Spirit is the actual author of every Psalm, and Jesus and His apostles treated the Psalms as the infallible Word of God. We want to study and show ourselves approved in order to know God better through His Word, not just to be better informed. Jes… Rod Ohmes 1829 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739373/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_psalmsanintroductionrodohmes/id/3610978.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739373 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, songs, wisdom, intro, Series: Psalms: Session Part#1 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Spirit is the actual author of every Psalm, and Jesus and His apostles treated the Psalms as the infallible Word of God. We want to study and show ourselves approved in order to know God better through His Word, not just to be better informed. Jesus studied & memorized the same Psalms. The Psalms we read are the same Psalms He read, and cherished, and memorized, and quoted. In our time in Psalms, may we learn to cherish them as Christ did. The Spirit is the actual author of every Psalm, and Jesus and His apostles treated the Psalms as the infallible Word of God. We want to study and show ourselves approved in order to know God better through His Word, not just to be better informed. Jesus studied & memorized the same Psalms. The Psalms we read are the same Psalms He read, and cherished, and memorized, and quoted. In our time in Psalms, may we learn to cherish them as Christ did. The Spirit is the actual author of every Psalm, and Jesus and His apostles treated the Psalms as the infallible Word of God. We want to study and show ourselves approved in order to know God better through His Word, not just to be better informed. Jes… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739373/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_psalmsanintroductionrodohmes/id/408052 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739373 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Psalms, praise, songs, wisdom, intro, Series: Psalms: Session Part#1 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 19:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Just as we learn from the good example of Gaius, we also learn from the bad example of Diotrephes. John reveals 5 things about Diotrephes in v.9-11: 1. He had selfish self-esteem. [v.9a] 2. He wouldn’t listen to truth. [v.9b] 3. He was a gossip and a slanderer. [v.10a] 4. He was unhospitable. [v.10b] 5. He became as evil as Lucifer. [v.10c] (Isaiah 14:14) What John describes here is a self-obsessed, arrogant man going rogue without the accountability of a healthy church to rebuke and correct him. Diotrephes was a well-positioned man on earth, but had no position in heaven. Demetrius, on the other hand, was respectable, trustworthy, and his example was worthy of following. What a gift it is to the church when men and women live their lives in such a way that the very truth of God’s Word is a testimony to their Christian walk! Three application points: 1. We usually become like the people we follow. 2. There is biblical wisdom in shared leadership. 3. The most important thing is to know Jesus personally. Just as we learn from the good example of Gaius, we also learn from the bad example of Diotrephes. John reveals 5 things about Diotrephes in v.9-11: 1. He had selfish self-esteem. [v.9a] 2. He wouldn’t listen to truth. [v.9b] 3. He was a gossip and a slanderer. [v.10a] 4. He was unhospitable. [v.10b] 5. He became as evil as Lucifer. [v.10c] (Isaiah 14:14) What John describes here is a self-obsessed, arrogant man going rogue without the accountability of a healthy church to rebuke and correct him. Diotrephes was a well-positioned man on earth, but had no position in heaven. Demetrius, on the other hand, was respectable, trustworthy, and his example was worthy of following. What a gift it is to the church when men and women live their lives in such a way that the very truth of God’s Word is a testimony to their Christian walk! Three application points: 1. We usually become like the people we follow. 2. There is biblical wisdom in shared leadership. 3. The most important thing is to know Jesus personally. Just as we learn from the good example of Gaius, we also learn from the bad example of Diotrephes. John reveals 5 things about Diotrephes in v.9-11: 1. He had selfish self-esteem. [v.9a] 2. He wouldn’t listen to truth. [v.9b] 3. He was a gossip and a … Rod Ohmes 2629 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739371/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_3ohn915contrastingexamplestheb/id/3605628.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739371 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 3 John, Diotrephes, truth, love, bad example, selfish, slander, gossip, community, friendship, c, Scripture: 3 John 1:9-1:15, Ephesians 4:14-4:16, Series: 3 John: Session Part#2 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 19:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Just as we learn from the good example of Gaius, we also learn from the bad example of Diotrephes. John reveals 5 things about Diotrephes in v.9-11: 1. He had selfish self-esteem. [v.9a] 2. He wouldn’t listen to truth. [v.9b] 3. He was a gossip and a slanderer. [v.10a] 4. He was unhospitable. [v.10b] 5. He became as evil as Lucifer. [v.10c] (Isaiah 14:14) What John describes here is a self-obsessed, arrogant man going rogue without the accountability of a healthy church to rebuke and correct him. Diotrephes was a well-positioned man on earth, but had no position in heaven. Demetrius, on the other hand, was respectable, trustworthy, and his example was worthy of following. What a gift it is to the church when men and women live their lives in such a way that the very truth of God’s Word is a testimony to their Christian walk! Three application points: 1. We usually become like the people we follow. 2. There is biblical wisdom in shared leadership. 3. The most important thing is to know Jesus personally. Just as we learn from the good example of Gaius, we also learn from the bad example of Diotrephes. John reveals 5 things about Diotrephes in v.9-11: 1. He had selfish self-esteem. [v.9a] 2. He wouldn’t listen to truth. [v.9b] 3. He was a gossip and a slanderer. [v.10a] 4. He was unhospitable. [v.10b] 5. He became as evil as Lucifer. [v.10c] (Isaiah 14:14) What John describes here is a self-obsessed, arrogant man going rogue without the accountability of a healthy church to rebuke and correct him. Diotrephes was a well-positioned man on earth, but had no position in heaven. Demetrius, on the other hand, was respectable, trustworthy, and his example was worthy of following. What a gift it is to the church when men and women live their lives in such a way that the very truth of God’s Word is a testimony to their Christian walk! Three application points: 1. We usually become like the people we follow. 2. There is biblical wisdom in shared leadership. 3. The most important thing is to know Jesus personally. Just as we learn from the good example of Gaius, we also learn from the bad example of Diotrephes. John reveals 5 things about Diotrephes in v.9-11: 1. He had selfish self-esteem. [v.9a] 2. He wouldn’t listen to truth. [v.9b] 3. He was a gossip and a … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739371/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_3ohn915contrastingexamplestheb/id/407643 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21739371 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 3 John, Diotrephes, truth, love, bad example, selfish, slander, gossip, community, friendship, c, Scripture: 3 John 1:9-1:15, Ephesians 4:14-4:16, Series: 3 John: Session Part#2 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 21:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they are healthy spiritually? If your physical health mirrored your spiritual health, would you be fit and energetic? Would you be in bed with a prolonged sickness? Or would we need a crash cart for you today? Gaius’ reputation preceded him. Not only was he speaking the truth, he was walking in it. It’s a joyful thing when a Christian’s profession and practice match! Christian: you are not a disciple alone. You are to be a disciple-making disciple. The church should support missionaries. You may never go to where they are, but by financially and prayerfully supporting missionaries you are their co-workers in the truth. Does your profession and your practice match? Are you walking in the truth? Are you being called to be the sender? Or are you being called to be the sent? Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they are healthy spiritually? If your physical health mirrored your spiritual health, would you be fit and energetic? Would you be in bed with a prolonged sickness? Or would we need a crash cart for you today? Gaius’ reputation preceded him. Not only was he speaking the truth, he was walking in it. It’s a joyful thing when a Christian’s profession and practice match! Christian: you are not a disciple alone. You are to be a disciple-making disciple. The church should support missionaries. You may never go to where they are, but by financially and prayerfully supporting missionaries you are their co-workers in the truth. Does your profession and your practice match? Are you walking in the truth? Are you being called to be the sender? Or are you being called to be the sent? Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they… Rod Ohmes 2875 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21733686/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_3ohn18contrastingexamplesthego/id/3600350.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21733686 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 3 John, truth, love, community, friendship, children, walk the walk, reputation, Scripture: 3 John 1:1-1:8, Series: 3 John: Session Part#1 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 21:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they are healthy spiritually? If your physical health mirrored your spiritual health, would you be fit and energetic? Would you be in bed with a prolonged sickness? Or would we need a crash cart for you today? Gaius’ reputation preceded him. Not only was he speaking the truth, he was walking in it. It’s a joyful thing when a Christian’s profession and practice match! Christian: you are not a disciple alone. You are to be a disciple-making disciple. The church should support missionaries. You may never go to where they are, but by financially and prayerfully supporting missionaries you are their co-workers in the truth. Does your profession and your practice match? Are you walking in the truth? Are you being called to be the sender? Or are you being called to be the sent? Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they are healthy spiritually? If your physical health mirrored your spiritual health, would you be fit and energetic? Would you be in bed with a prolonged sickness? Or would we need a crash cart for you today? Gaius’ reputation preceded him. Not only was he speaking the truth, he was walking in it. It’s a joyful thing when a Christian’s profession and practice match! Christian: you are not a disciple alone. You are to be a disciple-making disciple. The church should support missionaries. You may never go to where they are, but by financially and prayerfully supporting missionaries you are their co-workers in the truth. Does your profession and your practice match? Are you walking in the truth? Are you being called to be the sender? Or are you being called to be the sent? Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21733686/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_3ohn18contrastingexamplesthego/id/407145 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21733686 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 3 John, truth, love, community, friendship, children, walk the walk, reputation, Scripture: 3 John 1:1-1:8, Series: 3 John: Session Part#1 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 16:46:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton The truth of Christ is found in the commands Christ, and the commands of Christ are expressed in love for fellow believers. There is an unusual purpose for this expression of love - walking in obedience is not just to display devotion but to discern deceivers. Gospel community helps us discern wrong and deceitful doctrine. How do we know if we or others belong to Jesus? - What’s their/our relationship with the Word? - Do we abide in Him? The truth of Christ is found in the commands Christ, and the commands of Christ are expressed in love for fellow believers. There is an unusual purpose for this expression of love - walking in obedience is not just to display devotion but to discern deceivers. Gospel community helps us discern wrong and deceitful doctrine. How do we know if we or others belong to Jesus? - What’s their/our relationship with the Word? - Do we abide in Him? The truth of Christ is found in the commands Christ, and the commands of Christ are expressed in love for fellow believers. There is an unusual purpose for this expression of love - walking in obedience is not just to display devotion but to discern de… Jason Hamilton 2038 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21727993/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_2ohn713asonhamilton/id/3595618.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21727993 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 2 John, truth, love, community, love one another, commands, commandments, deceiver, antichr, Scripture: 2 John 1:7-1:13, Series: 2 John: Session Part#3 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 16:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Right relationships with one another only exist where the Gospel is taught, believed, & lived out. John never intends the knowledge of God to stop in our heads. Knowledge of God always affects our relationships with one another. Heb. 10:24 says, “let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works”. When someone loves you well, it motivates you to do that same kind of thing for someone else. Right relationships with one another only exist where the Gospel is taught, believed, & lived out. John never intends the knowledge of God to stop in our heads. Knowledge of God always affects our relationships with one another. Heb. 10:24 says, “let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works”. When someone loves you well, it motivates you to do that same kind of thing for someone else. Right relationships with one another only exist where the Gospel is taught, believed, & lived out. John never intends the knowledge of God to stop in our heads. Knowledge of God always affects our relationships with one another. Heb. 10:24 says, “let… Rod Ohmes 1804 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723285/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_2ohn46theoyofgospelcommunityro/id/3591116.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723285 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 2 John, truth, love, community, love one another, commands, commandments, Scripture: 2 John 1:4-1:6, Series: 2 John: Session Part#2 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 16:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Right relationships with one another only exist where the Gospel is taught, believed, & lived out. John never intends the knowledge of God to stop in our heads. Knowledge of God always affects our relationships with one another. Heb. 10:24 says, “let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works”. When someone loves you well, it motivates you to do that same kind of thing for someone else. Right relationships with one another only exist where the Gospel is taught, believed, & lived out. John never intends the knowledge of God to stop in our heads. Knowledge of God always affects our relationships with one another. Heb. 10:24 says, “let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works”. When someone loves you well, it motivates you to do that same kind of thing for someone else. Right relationships with one another only exist where the Gospel is taught, believed, & lived out. John never intends the knowledge of God to stop in our heads. Knowledge of God always affects our relationships with one another. Heb. 10:24 says, “let… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723285/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_2ohn46theoyofgospelcommunityro/id/406420 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723285 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 2 John, truth, love, community, love one another, commands, commandments, Scripture: 2 John 1:4-1:6, Series: 2 John: Session Part#2 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 19:21:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton If we understand that the “elect lady and her children” refers to the church, then John lays out 4 aspects of truth: 1. Truth is the basis for mutual love in the Christian life. 2. Truth is the basis for mutual fellowship in the Christian life. 3. Mutual love and fellowship amongst believers is built on the eternal nature of truth. 4. The Gospel details walk upon the two legs: truth and love. Mutual love, fellowship, sharing, and genuine unity must be built on the doctrines of God and Christ. If we understand that the “elect lady and her children” refers to the church, then John lays out 4 aspects of truth: 1. Truth is the basis for mutual love in the Christian life. 2. Truth is the basis for mutual fellowship in the Christian life. 3. Mutual love and fellowship amongst believers is built on the eternal nature of truth. 4. The Gospel details walk upon the two legs: truth and love. Mutual love, fellowship, sharing, and genuine unity must be built on the doctrines of God and Christ. If we understand that the “elect lady and her children” refers to the church, then John lays out 4 aspects of truth: 1. Truth is the basis for mutual love in the Christian life. 2. Truth is the basis for mutual fellowship in the Christian life. 3. … Jason Hamilton 2644 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723245/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_2ohn13asonhamilton/id/3591078.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723245 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 2 John, truth, love, peace, Scripture: 2 John 1:1-1:3, Series: 2 John: Session Part#1 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 19:21:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton If we understand that the “elect lady and her children” refers to the church, then John lays out 4 aspects of truth: 1. Truth is the basis for mutual love in the Christian life. 2. Truth is the basis for mutual fellowship in the Christian life. 3. Mutual love and fellowship amongst believers is built on the eternal nature of truth. 4. The Gospel details walk upon the two legs: truth and love. Mutual love, fellowship, sharing, and genuine unity must be built on the doctrines of God and Christ. If we understand that the “elect lady and her children” refers to the church, then John lays out 4 aspects of truth: 1. Truth is the basis for mutual love in the Christian life. 2. Truth is the basis for mutual fellowship in the Christian life. 3. Mutual love and fellowship amongst believers is built on the eternal nature of truth. 4. The Gospel details walk upon the two legs: truth and love. Mutual love, fellowship, sharing, and genuine unity must be built on the doctrines of God and Christ. If we understand that the “elect lady and her children” refers to the church, then John lays out 4 aspects of truth: 1. Truth is the basis for mutual love in the Christian life. 2. Truth is the basis for mutual fellowship in the Christian life. 3. … Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723245/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_2ohn13asonhamilton/id/406417 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723245 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 2 John, truth, love, peace, Scripture: 2 John 1:1-1:3, Series: 2 John: Session Part#1 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 19:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "The Son of God has come..." - that’s Christmas! This short and simple statement from John sums up something that all of creation had been waiting for, longing and yearning for – the coming of the Messiah. Jesus Christ has come so that everyone who believes in Him knows the Father. Everyone who is found in Jesus is simultaneously found in the Father. Knowing God means being in God; being in God means being in Christ. "To embrace a form of Christianity that allows one to deny the truth about Jesus, not live a godly life, or not love others, is to create an idol – and that is something all Christians must constantly guard against.” (Ben Merkle, “What Is the Meaning of Idols?”) “When we turn a good thing into a god thing it becomes a bad thing: an idol.” (Daniel Akin) The enemy lies and says the things of this world will satisfy you and give you rest, but only Christ truly and eternally satisfies and gives true rest. Only Jesus can, because He is “the true God and eternal life”. "The Son of God has come..." - that’s Christmas! This short and simple statement from John sums up something that all of creation had been waiting for, longing and yearning for – the coming of the Messiah. Jesus Christ has come so that everyone who believes in Him knows the Father. Everyone who is found in Jesus is simultaneously found in the Father. Knowing God means being in God; being in God means being in Christ. "To embrace a form of Christianity that allows one to deny the truth about Jesus, not live a godly life, or not love others, is to create an idol – and that is something all Christians must constantly guard against.” (Ben Merkle, “What Is the Meaning of Idols?”) “When we turn a good thing into a god thing it becomes a bad thing: an idol.” (Daniel Akin) The enemy lies and says the things of this world will satisfy you and give you rest, but only Christ truly and eternally satisfies and gives true rest. Only Jesus can, because He is “the true God and eternal life”. "The Son of God has come..." - that’s Christmas! This short and simple statement from John sums up something that all of creation had been waiting for, longing and yearning for – the coming of the Messiah. Jesus Christ has come so that everyone who b… Rod Ohmes 1551 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723237/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn52021thesonhascomerodohmes/id/3591073.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723237 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, incarnation, Christmas, born, imprint, nature, Father, Son, Scripture: 1 John 5:20-5:21, Hebrews 1:1-1:3, Series: 1 John: Session Part#18 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 19:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "The Son of God has come..." - that’s Christmas! This short and simple statement from John sums up something that all of creation had been waiting for, longing and yearning for – the coming of the Messiah. Jesus Christ has come so that everyone who believes in Him knows the Father. Everyone who is found in Jesus is simultaneously found in the Father. Knowing God means being in God; being in God means being in Christ. "To embrace a form of Christianity that allows one to deny the truth about Jesus, not live a godly life, or not love others, is to create an idol – and that is something all Christians must constantly guard against.” (Ben Merkle, “What Is the Meaning of Idols?”) “When we turn a good thing into a god thing it becomes a bad thing: an idol.” (Daniel Akin) The enemy lies and says the things of this world will satisfy you and give you rest, but only Christ truly and eternally satisfies and gives true rest. Only Jesus can, because He is “the true God and eternal life”. "The Son of God has come..." - that’s Christmas! This short and simple statement from John sums up something that all of creation had been waiting for, longing and yearning for – the coming of the Messiah. Jesus Christ has come so that everyone who believes in Him knows the Father. Everyone who is found in Jesus is simultaneously found in the Father. Knowing God means being in God; being in God means being in Christ. "To embrace a form of Christianity that allows one to deny the truth about Jesus, not live a godly life, or not love others, is to create an idol – and that is something all Christians must constantly guard against.” (Ben Merkle, “What Is the Meaning of Idols?”) “When we turn a good thing into a god thing it becomes a bad thing: an idol.” (Daniel Akin) The enemy lies and says the things of this world will satisfy you and give you rest, but only Christ truly and eternally satisfies and gives true rest. Only Jesus can, because He is “the true God and eternal life”. "The Son of God has come..." - that’s Christmas! This short and simple statement from John sums up something that all of creation had been waiting for, longing and yearning for – the coming of the Messiah. Jesus Christ has come so that everyone who b… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723237/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn52021thesonhascomerodohmes/id/406416 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21723237 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, incarnation, Christmas, born, imprint, nature, Father, Son, Scripture: 1 John 5:20-5:21, Hebrews 1:1-1:3, Series: 1 John: Session Part#18 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 19:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John ties knowing you have eternal life to believing in the name of the Son of God. Confidence of eternal life comes from believing in Jesus. Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, practice obedience, and love others, can be assured that they have eternal life. If you do believe in an ongoing and obvious way, then you can be confident that you not only have eternal life, but that your heavenly Father hears you when you pray, especially when you're interceding for a brother or sister. When we do this, John is certain that God will give them life. Therefore, believer’s need to seek and learn God’s will in order to pray properly. The first thing we’re supposed to do when we see a professing believer in sin is to pray for them. The practice of sin is NOT acceptable to Christians, and if we see sin in a brother or sister’s life, we should intercede for them, both in prayer and in person. The Christian who doesn’t make a practice of sinning is protected by God. “The One who is born of God keeps him” - it’s Christ who keeps us, not ourselves. Because the Son keeps the believer safe, they cannot persist in or continually practice sin. It is contrary to their nature. It is contrary to their Protector. John ties knowing you have eternal life to believing in the name of the Son of God. Confidence of eternal life comes from believing in Jesus. Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, practice obedience, and love others, can be assured that they have eternal life. If you do believe in an ongoing and obvious way, then you can be confident that you not only have eternal life, but that your heavenly Father hears you when you pray, especially when you're interceding for a brother or sister. When we do this, John is certain that God will give them life. Therefore, believer’s need to seek and learn God’s will in order to pray properly. The first thing we’re supposed to do when we see a professing believer in sin is to pray for them. The practice of sin is NOT acceptable to Christians, and if we see sin in a brother or sister’s life, we should intercede for them, both in prayer and in person. The Christian who doesn’t make a practice of sinning is protected by God. “The One who is born of God keeps him” - it’s Christ who keeps us, not ourselves. Because the Son keeps the believer safe, they cannot persist in or continually practice sin. It is contrary to their nature. It is contrary to their Protector. John ties knowing you have eternal life to believing in the name of the Son of God. Confidence of eternal life comes from believing in Jesus. Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, practice obedience, and love others, can be assured that the… Rod Ohmes 2110 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21712080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn51319thatyoumayknowrodohme/id/3581911.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21712080 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, believe, confidence, faith, life, born again, divinity, water, blood, Father, testimony,, Scripture: 1 John 5:13-5:19, Series: 1 John: Session Part#17 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 19:27:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John ties knowing you have eternal life to believing in the name of the Son of God. Confidence of eternal life comes from believing in Jesus. Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, practice obedience, and love others, can be assured that they have eternal life. If you do believe in an ongoing and obvious way, then you can be confident that you not only have eternal life, but that your heavenly Father hears you when you pray, especially when you're interceding for a brother or sister. When we do this, John is certain that God will give them life. Therefore, believer’s need to seek and learn God’s will in order to pray properly. The first thing we’re supposed to do when we see a professing believer in sin is to pray for them. The practice of sin is NOT acceptable to Christians, and if we see sin in a brother or sister’s life, we should intercede for them, both in prayer and in person. The Christian who doesn’t make a practice of sinning is protected by God. “The One who is born of God keeps him” - it’s Christ who keeps us, not ourselves. Because the Son keeps the believer safe, they cannot persist in or continually practice sin. It is contrary to their nature. It is contrary to their Protector. John ties knowing you have eternal life to believing in the name of the Son of God. Confidence of eternal life comes from believing in Jesus. Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, practice obedience, and love others, can be assured that they have eternal life. If you do believe in an ongoing and obvious way, then you can be confident that you not only have eternal life, but that your heavenly Father hears you when you pray, especially when you're interceding for a brother or sister. When we do this, John is certain that God will give them life. Therefore, believer’s need to seek and learn God’s will in order to pray properly. The first thing we’re supposed to do when we see a professing believer in sin is to pray for them. The practice of sin is NOT acceptable to Christians, and if we see sin in a brother or sister’s life, we should intercede for them, both in prayer and in person. The Christian who doesn’t make a practice of sinning is protected by God. “The One who is born of God keeps him” - it’s Christ who keeps us, not ourselves. Because the Son keeps the believer safe, they cannot persist in or continually practice sin. It is contrary to their nature. It is contrary to their Protector. John ties knowing you have eternal life to believing in the name of the Son of God. Confidence of eternal life comes from believing in Jesus. Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, practice obedience, and love others, can be assured that the… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21712080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn51319thatyoumayknowrodohme/id/405757 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21712080 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, believe, confidence, faith, life, born again, divinity, water, blood, Father, testimony,, Scripture: 1 John 5:13-5:19, Series: 1 John: Session Part#17 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 16:39:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John is building a case for the divinity of Jesus. - Jesus’ water baptism testified to the truth that He is truly God’s Son. - The blood testified to the truth that Jesus is God in the flesh. The Father’s testimony concerning the Son is that Jesus is really God in the flesh. So no one can say that they believe in God but deny Jesus is His Son. John says that if you believe the truth about Jesus being God’s Son, then you have eternal life. Only He who is eternal can give you what is eternal. What God has given to believers is a gift within a gift. His gift is His Son, and His Son gives the gift of eternal life. --Christ’s life gives life. John is building a case for the divinity of Jesus. - Jesus’ water baptism testified to the truth that He is truly God’s Son. - The blood testified to the truth that Jesus is God in the flesh. The Father’s testimony concerning the Son is that Jesus is really God in the flesh. So no one can say that they believe in God but deny Jesus is His Son. John says that if you believe the truth about Jesus being God’s Son, then you have eternal life. Only He who is eternal can give you what is eternal. What God has given to believers is a gift within a gift. His gift is His Son, and His Son gives the gift of eternal life. --Christ’s life gives life. John is building a case for the divinity of Jesus. - Jesus’ water baptism testified to the truth that He is truly God’s Son. - The blood testified to the truth that Jesus is God in the flesh. The Father’s testimony concerning the Son is that Jesus is… Rod Ohmes 1904 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21708738/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn5612lifeinthesonrodohmes/id/3578578.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21708738 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, believe, confidence, faith, life, born again, divinity, water, blood, Father, testimony, Scripture: 1 John 5:6-5:12, Series: 1 John: Session Part#16 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 16:39:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John is building a case for the divinity of Jesus. - Jesus’ water baptism testified to the truth that He is truly God’s Son. - The blood testified to the truth that Jesus is God in the flesh. The Father’s testimony concerning the Son is that Jesus is really God in the flesh. So no one can say that they believe in God but deny Jesus is His Son. John says that if you believe the truth about Jesus being God’s Son, then you have eternal life. Only He who is eternal can give you what is eternal. What God has given to believers is a gift within a gift. His gift is His Son, and His Son gives the gift of eternal life. --Christ’s life gives life. John is building a case for the divinity of Jesus. - Jesus’ water baptism testified to the truth that He is truly God’s Son. - The blood testified to the truth that Jesus is God in the flesh. The Father’s testimony concerning the Son is that Jesus is really God in the flesh. So no one can say that they believe in God but deny Jesus is His Son. John says that if you believe the truth about Jesus being God’s Son, then you have eternal life. Only He who is eternal can give you what is eternal. What God has given to believers is a gift within a gift. His gift is His Son, and His Son gives the gift of eternal life. --Christ’s life gives life. John is building a case for the divinity of Jesus. - Jesus’ water baptism testified to the truth that He is truly God’s Son. - The blood testified to the truth that Jesus is God in the flesh. The Father’s testimony concerning the Son is that Jesus is… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21708738/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn5612lifeinthesonrodohmes/id/405520 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21708738 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, believe, confidence, faith, life, born again, divinity, water, blood, Father, testimony, Scripture: 1 John 5:6-5:12, Series: 1 John: Session Part#16 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 20:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In order to believe a person must be born of God. A person must be born of God before they can believe in or love God. A person must be born of God before they can love others. John says, “Whoever BELIEVES…”. True belief is an ongoing, continuous action. We show evidence of being born of God when we love His children. We show evidence of loving His children when we love God & obey His commandments. Did you realize that you love other Christians when you obey God? Our love for God and our love for truth prove the love we have for each other is genuine. When Christians obey God they display real love in action. Obeying God’s commands aren't burdensome, they're expressions of worship. God has given His children new affections & loves, and faith gives us eyes to see them. Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. In order to believe a person must be born of God. A person must be born of God before they can believe in or love God. A person must be born of God before they can love others. John says, “Whoever BELIEVES…”. True belief is an ongoing, continuous action. We show evidence of being born of God when we love His children. We show evidence of loving His children when we love God & obey His commandments. Did you realize that you love other Christians when you obey God? Our love for God and our love for truth prove the love we have for each other is genuine. When Christians obey God they display real love in action. Obeying God’s commands aren't burdensome, they're expressions of worship. God has given His children new affections & loves, and faith gives us eyes to see them. Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. In order to believe a person must be born of God. A person must be born of God before they can believe in or love God. A person must be born of God before they can love others. John says, “Whoever BELIEVES…”. True belief is an ongoing, continuous act… Rod Ohmes 1688 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699531/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn515obediencefaithrodohmes/id/3575107.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699531 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, test, love,abide, believe, confidence, world, overcome, obey, obedience, faith, Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5:5, Series: 1 John: Session Part#15 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 20:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In order to believe a person must be born of God. A person must be born of God before they can believe in or love God. A person must be born of God before they can love others. John says, “Whoever BELIEVES…”. True belief is an ongoing, continuous action. We show evidence of being born of God when we love His children. We show evidence of loving His children when we love God & obey His commandments. Did you realize that you love other Christians when you obey God? Our love for God and our love for truth prove the love we have for each other is genuine. When Christians obey God they display real love in action. Obeying God’s commands aren't burdensome, they're expressions of worship. God has given His children new affections & loves, and faith gives us eyes to see them. Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. In order to believe a person must be born of God. A person must be born of God before they can believe in or love God. A person must be born of God before they can love others. John says, “Whoever BELIEVES…”. True belief is an ongoing, continuous action. We show evidence of being born of God when we love His children. We show evidence of loving His children when we love God & obey His commandments. Did you realize that you love other Christians when you obey God? Our love for God and our love for truth prove the love we have for each other is genuine. When Christians obey God they display real love in action. Obeying God’s commands aren't burdensome, they're expressions of worship. God has given His children new affections & loves, and faith gives us eyes to see them. Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. In order to believe a person must be born of God. A person must be born of God before they can believe in or love God. A person must be born of God before they can love others. John says, “Whoever BELIEVES…”. True belief is an ongoing, continuous act… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699531/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn515obediencefaithrodohmes/id/405280 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699531 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, test, love,abide, believe, confidence, world, overcome, obey, obedience, faith, Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5:5, Series: 1 John: Session Part#15 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 19:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes [v.12] told us that “if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” [v.13] points back to love for one another and says, “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us…” [v.14] then explains how anyone can love another sinner, because “the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.” Notice the thread of love: • God loved us enough to send His only Son to save us. • Jesus loved us enough to satisfy the righteous wrath we deserve. • The Spirit loves us enough to abide in us and confirm our standing before God. Christians love others because of their connection to the love of the triune God. Love has an intended goal here: to instill confidence and eradicate fear. If a person refuses to show love to others, they really reveal their lack of love for God. [v.12] told us that “if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” [v.13] points back to love for one another and says, “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us…” [v.14] then explains how anyone can love another sinner, because “the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.” Notice the thread of love: • God loved us enough to send His only Son to save us. • Jesus loved us enough to satisfy the righteous wrath we deserve. • The Spirit loves us enough to abide in us and confirm our standing before God. Christians love others because of their connection to the love of the triune God. Love has an intended goal here: to instill confidence and eradicate fear. If a person refuses to show love to others, they really reveal their lack of love for God. [v.12] told us that “if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” [v.13] points back to love for one another and says, “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us…” [v.14] then explains how anyone can love another s… Rod Ohmes 2143 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699527/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn41321whatlovedoesrodohmes/id/3572322.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699527 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, test, love, propitiation, abide, believe, confidence, judgment, cast out, Scripture: 1 John 4:13-4:21, Series: 1 John: Session Part#14 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 19:54:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes [v.12] told us that “if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” [v.13] points back to love for one another and says, “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us…” [v.14] then explains how anyone can love another sinner, because “the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.” Notice the thread of love: • God loved us enough to send His only Son to save us. • Jesus loved us enough to satisfy the righteous wrath we deserve. • The Spirit loves us enough to abide in us and confirm our standing before God. Christians love others because of their connection to the love of the triune God. Love has an intended goal here: to instill confidence and eradicate fear. If a person refuses to show love to others, they really reveal their lack of love for God. [v.12] told us that “if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” [v.13] points back to love for one another and says, “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us…” [v.14] then explains how anyone can love another sinner, because “the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.” Notice the thread of love: • God loved us enough to send His only Son to save us. • Jesus loved us enough to satisfy the righteous wrath we deserve. • The Spirit loves us enough to abide in us and confirm our standing before God. Christians love others because of their connection to the love of the triune God. Love has an intended goal here: to instill confidence and eradicate fear. If a person refuses to show love to others, they really reveal their lack of love for God. [v.12] told us that “if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” [v.13] points back to love for one another and says, “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us…” [v.14] then explains how anyone can love another s… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699527/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn41321whatlovedoesrodohmes/id/405063 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21699527 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, test, love, propitiation, abide, believe, confidence, judgment, cast out, Scripture: 1 John 4:13-4:21, Series: 1 John: Session Part#14 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 18:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The source of love determines the definition of love. If mankind is the source of love, then we’re free to define it and categorize it and show it however we want. If God is the source, then He gets to define it – not me, not you, and not a confused culture. In the world today, love is understood in selfish and oftentimes sexual terms, but John paints a much different picture of love in the text today. • Love does not define God. God defines love. Christians love others because love comes out of the person who has been loved by God. Propitiation has to do with satisfaction. The death of Christ satisfied the wrath of God on behalf of every believer. He has already endured the fire so we can stand before God as redeemed children. “No one has ever seen God” – do you know why John included this statement? Because if no one has ever seen God, people look at Christians and the kinds of lives they live because they are His children who take on His traits. What is your life saying to the world? • “Either change your name or change your behavior.” Therefore, “If God so loved us…” then that’s our motivation to love others – God’s love for us. “The unseen God, who was once revealed in His Son, is now revealed in His people when they love one another”. – John Stott The source of love determines the definition of love. If mankind is the source of love, then we’re free to define it and categorize it and show it however we want. If God is the source, then He gets to define it – not me, not you, and not a confused culture. In the world today, love is understood in selfish and oftentimes sexual terms, but John paints a much different picture of love in the text today. • Love does not define God. God defines love. Christians love others because love comes out of the person who has been loved by God. Propitiation has to do with satisfaction. The death of Christ satisfied the wrath of God on behalf of every believer. He has already endured the fire so we can stand before God as redeemed children. “No one has ever seen God” – do you know why John included this statement? Because if no one has ever seen God, people look at Christians and the kinds of lives they live because they are His children who take on His traits. What is your life saying to the world? • “Either change your name or change your behavior.” Therefore, “If God so loved us…” then that’s our motivation to love others – God’s love for us. “The unseen God, who was once revealed in His Son, is now revealed in His people when they love one another”. – John Stott The source of love determines the definition of love. If mankind is the source of love, then we’re free to define it and categorize it and show it however we want. If God is the source, then He gets to define it – not me, not you, and not a confused cu… Rod Ohmes 1944 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21695422/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn4712thesourceofloverodohme/id/3568476.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21695422 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, test, love, propitiation, define, wrath, fire, Scripture: 1 John 4:7-4:12, Series: 1 John: Session Part#13 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 18:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The source of love determines the definition of love. If mankind is the source of love, then we’re free to define it and categorize it and show it however we want. If God is the source, then He gets to define it – not me, not you, and not a confused culture. In the world today, love is understood in selfish and oftentimes sexual terms, but John paints a much different picture of love in the text today. • Love does not define God. God defines love. Christians love others because love comes out of the person who has been loved by God. Propitiation has to do with satisfaction. The death of Christ satisfied the wrath of God on behalf of every believer. He has already endured the fire so we can stand before God as redeemed children. “No one has ever seen God” – do you know why John included this statement? Because if no one has ever seen God, people look at Christians and the kinds of lives they live because they are His children who take on His traits. What is your life saying to the world? • “Either change your name or change your behavior.” Therefore, “If God so loved us…” then that’s our motivation to love others – God’s love for us. “The unseen God, who was once revealed in His Son, is now revealed in His people when they love one another”. – John Stott The source of love determines the definition of love. If mankind is the source of love, then we’re free to define it and categorize it and show it however we want. If God is the source, then He gets to define it – not me, not you, and not a confused culture. In the world today, love is understood in selfish and oftentimes sexual terms, but John paints a much different picture of love in the text today. • Love does not define God. God defines love. Christians love others because love comes out of the person who has been loved by God. Propitiation has to do with satisfaction. The death of Christ satisfied the wrath of God on behalf of every believer. He has already endured the fire so we can stand before God as redeemed children. “No one has ever seen God” – do you know why John included this statement? Because if no one has ever seen God, people look at Christians and the kinds of lives they live because they are His children who take on His traits. What is your life saying to the world? • “Either change your name or change your behavior.” Therefore, “If God so loved us…” then that’s our motivation to love others – God’s love for us. “The unseen God, who was once revealed in His Son, is now revealed in His people when they love one another”. – John Stott The source of love determines the definition of love. If mankind is the source of love, then we’re free to define it and categorize it and show it however we want. If God is the source, then He gets to define it – not me, not you, and not a confused cu… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21695422/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn4712thesourceofloverodohme/id/404737 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21695422 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, test, love, propitiation, define, wrath, fire, Scripture: 1 John 4:7-4:12, Series: 1 John: Session Part#13 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:14:00 +0000 James David Test the spirits and teachers around you (vs. 1). In Matthew 7 Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.” In 1 Corinthians there is reference to a gift of spiritual discernment, discerning perhaps by what spirit or type of spirit a person spoke in order to recognize imposters. A true believer affirms Christ’s full humanity and His full deity (vs. 2-3). By testing the spirits we can know if a teacher or a doctrine is from God; those who confess Jesus has come in the flesh are from God. The church has overcome false teachers because of the Father in us (vs. 4-6). In Matthew 7, Jesus directs us beyond the words of the teachers, pointing us to observe the lives of the teachers. Jesus said in John 10:27, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” Those who know the voice of the Shepherd abandon everything so that they can be with Him. Test the spirits and teachers around you (vs. 1). In Matthew 7 Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.” In 1 Corinthians there is reference to a gift of spiritual discernment, discerning perhaps by what spirit or type of spirit a person spoke in order to recognize imposters. A true believer affirms Christ’s full humanity and His full deity (vs. 2-3). By testing the spirits we can know if a teacher or a doctrine is from God; those who confess Jesus has come in the flesh are from God. The church has overcome false teachers because of the Father in us (vs. 4-6). In Matthew 7, Jesus directs us beyond the words of the teachers, pointing us to observe the lives of the teachers. Jesus said in John 10:27, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” Those who know the voice of the Shepherd abandon everything so that they can be with Him. Test the spirits and teachers around you (vs. 1). In Matthew 7 Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.” In 1 Corinthians there is reference to a gift of spiritual discernment, … James David 1971 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21691846/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn416overcomingdeceptionames/id/3565144.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21691846 James David, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, false teachers, antichrist, doctrine, test, spirits, humanity, deity, Scripture: 1 John 4:1-4:6, Series: 1 John: Session Part#12 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:14:00 +0000 James David Test the spirits and teachers around you (vs. 1). In Matthew 7 Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.” In 1 Corinthians there is reference to a gift of spiritual discernment, discerning perhaps by what spirit or type of spirit a person spoke in order to recognize imposters. A true believer affirms Christ’s full humanity and His full deity (vs. 2-3). By testing the spirits we can know if a teacher or a doctrine is from God; those who confess Jesus has come in the flesh are from God. The church has overcome false teachers because of the Father in us (vs. 4-6). In Matthew 7, Jesus directs us beyond the words of the teachers, pointing us to observe the lives of the teachers. Jesus said in John 10:27, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” Those who know the voice of the Shepherd abandon everything so that they can be with Him. Test the spirits and teachers around you (vs. 1). In Matthew 7 Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.” In 1 Corinthians there is reference to a gift of spiritual discernment, discerning perhaps by what spirit or type of spirit a person spoke in order to recognize imposters. A true believer affirms Christ’s full humanity and His full deity (vs. 2-3). By testing the spirits we can know if a teacher or a doctrine is from God; those who confess Jesus has come in the flesh are from God. The church has overcome false teachers because of the Father in us (vs. 4-6). In Matthew 7, Jesus directs us beyond the words of the teachers, pointing us to observe the lives of the teachers. Jesus said in John 10:27, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” Those who know the voice of the Shepherd abandon everything so that they can be with Him. Test the spirits and teachers around you (vs. 1). In Matthew 7 Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.” In 1 Corinthians there is reference to a gift of spiritual discernment, … James David https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21691846/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn416overcomingdeceptionames/id/404490 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21691846 James David, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, false teachers, antichrist, doctrine, test, spirits, humanity, deity, Scripture: 1 John 4:1-4:6, Series: 1 John: Session Part#12 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 20:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes One evidence that a person is truly saved is that they genuinely & actively practice Christian love. For the believer, even when you’re convicted of sin and you’re broken-hearted about it – when your heart condemns you – the God who knows everything certainly knows the desires of your new heart even when your flesh fails to follow through. Our confidence is not based on performance, but on the evidence of His work in our hearts. When love for the brethren consistently springs out of our hearts, we can know & be confident that God is doing the kind of thing only He can do – changing a heart. The heart of a Christian asks according to God’s will [1 John 5:14]. - We know God’s love because of the person & work of Christ. - We know God’s presence because of the person & work of the Spirit. An encounter with Jesus takes us from death to life, and from separation from the body to love for the body. One evidence that a person is truly saved is that they genuinely & actively practice Christian love. For the believer, even when you’re convicted of sin and you’re broken-hearted about it – when your heart condemns you – the God who knows everything certainly knows the desires of your new heart even when your flesh fails to follow through. Our confidence is not based on performance, but on the evidence of His work in our hearts. When love for the brethren consistently springs out of our hearts, we can know & be confident that God is doing the kind of thing only He can do – changing a heart. The heart of a Christian asks according to God’s will [1 John 5:14]. - We know God’s love because of the person & work of Christ. - We know God’s presence because of the person & work of the Spirit. An encounter with Jesus takes us from death to life, and from separation from the body to love for the body. One evidence that a person is truly saved is that they genuinely & actively practice Christian love. For the believer, even when you’re convicted of sin and you’re broken-hearted about it – when your heart condemns you – the God who knows everything … Rod Ohmes 1420 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21689285/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn31924confidencebythespirit/id/3562660.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21689285 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, confidence, Spirit, obedience, commands, pray, ask, will, according to, Scripture: 1 John 3:19-3:24, James 4:13-4:15, John 9:1-9:41, Series: 1 John: Session Part#11 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 20:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes One evidence that a person is truly saved is that they genuinely & actively practice Christian love. For the believer, even when you’re convicted of sin and you’re broken-hearted about it – when your heart condemns you – the God who knows everything certainly knows the desires of your new heart even when your flesh fails to follow through. Our confidence is not based on performance, but on the evidence of His work in our hearts. When love for the brethren consistently springs out of our hearts, we can know & be confident that God is doing the kind of thing only He can do – changing a heart. The heart of a Christian asks according to God’s will [1 John 5:14]. - We know God’s love because of the person & work of Christ. - We know God’s presence because of the person & work of the Spirit. An encounter with Jesus takes us from death to life, and from separation from the body to love for the body. One evidence that a person is truly saved is that they genuinely & actively practice Christian love. For the believer, even when you’re convicted of sin and you’re broken-hearted about it – when your heart condemns you – the God who knows everything certainly knows the desires of your new heart even when your flesh fails to follow through. Our confidence is not based on performance, but on the evidence of His work in our hearts. When love for the brethren consistently springs out of our hearts, we can know & be confident that God is doing the kind of thing only He can do – changing a heart. The heart of a Christian asks according to God’s will [1 John 5:14]. - We know God’s love because of the person & work of Christ. - We know God’s presence because of the person & work of the Spirit. An encounter with Jesus takes us from death to life, and from separation from the body to love for the body. One evidence that a person is truly saved is that they genuinely & actively practice Christian love. For the believer, even when you’re convicted of sin and you’re broken-hearted about it – when your heart condemns you – the God who knows everything … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21689285/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn31924confidencebythespirit/id/404302 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21689285 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, confidence, Spirit, obedience, commands, pray, ask, will, according to, Scripture: 1 John 3:19-3:24, James 4:13-4:15, John 9:1-9:41, Series: 1 John: Session Part#11 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John explained the kind of love that God hates in 2:15-17 (the patterns & desires of the world), and describes the kind of love He loves in 3:11-18 (the love that serves & sacrifices for another). No matter what a person says, how they love reveals what they really believe because practice/actions follows belief. The real test of having new life in Christ is loving the brethren. o Real love is seen in Christ laying down His life for us. o Real love shown in us laying down our lives for another. We know what real love looks like because we know what Jesus did. We practice real love by doing what Jesus did. Christ has not only set the example of sacrificial love, He enables Christians to love others the same way by His death on the cross. John explained the kind of love that God hates in 2:15-17 (the patterns & desires of the world), and describes the kind of love He loves in 3:11-18 (the love that serves & sacrifices for another). No matter what a person says, how they love reveals what they really believe because practice/actions follows belief. The real test of having new life in Christ is loving the brethren. o Real love is seen in Christ laying down His life for us. o Real love shown in us laying down our lives for another. We know what real love looks like because we know what Jesus did. We practice real love by doing what Jesus did. Christ has not only set the example of sacrificial love, He enables Christians to love others the same way by His death on the cross. John explained the kind of love that God hates in 2:15-17 (the patterns & desires of the world), and describes the kind of love He loves in 3:11-18 (the love that serves & sacrifices for another). No matter what a person says, how they love reveals w… Rod Ohmes 2797 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21684966/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn31118thelovegodlovesrodohm/id/3558498.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21684966 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, righteousness, practice, love, brother, sacrifice, serve, prove, evidence, lifestyle, Scripture: 1 John 3:11-3:18, Genesis 4:1-4:8, James 2:14-2:18, Series: 1 John: Session Part#10 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John explained the kind of love that God hates in 2:15-17 (the patterns & desires of the world), and describes the kind of love He loves in 3:11-18 (the love that serves & sacrifices for another). No matter what a person says, how they love reveals what they really believe because practice/actions follows belief. The real test of having new life in Christ is loving the brethren. o Real love is seen in Christ laying down His life for us. o Real love shown in us laying down our lives for another. We know what real love looks like because we know what Jesus did. We practice real love by doing what Jesus did. Christ has not only set the example of sacrificial love, He enables Christians to love others the same way by His death on the cross. John explained the kind of love that God hates in 2:15-17 (the patterns & desires of the world), and describes the kind of love He loves in 3:11-18 (the love that serves & sacrifices for another). No matter what a person says, how they love reveals what they really believe because practice/actions follows belief. The real test of having new life in Christ is loving the brethren. o Real love is seen in Christ laying down His life for us. o Real love shown in us laying down our lives for another. We know what real love looks like because we know what Jesus did. We practice real love by doing what Jesus did. Christ has not only set the example of sacrificial love, He enables Christians to love others the same way by His death on the cross. John explained the kind of love that God hates in 2:15-17 (the patterns & desires of the world), and describes the kind of love He loves in 3:11-18 (the love that serves & sacrifices for another). No matter what a person says, how they love reveals w… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21684966/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn31118thelovegodlovesrodohm/id/403843 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21684966 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, righteousness, practice, love, brother, sacrifice, serve, prove, evidence, lifestyle, Scripture: 1 John 3:11-3:18, Genesis 4:1-4:8, James 2:14-2:18, Series: 1 John: Session Part#10 Sun, 18 Oct 2020 18:56:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton According to John in this text, when we make a practice (commit/abide) in sin its because we don’t see Jesus for who He is or have a saving knowledge of Jesus. New birth in Christ means a new/changed relationship with sin. The substance of sin (v. 5), the source of sin (v. 8) and the self of sin (v. 9) are dealt with through the effort of Christ on the cross. According to John in this text, when we make a practice (commit/abide) in sin its because we don’t see Jesus for who He is or have a saving knowledge of Jesus. New birth in Christ means a new/changed relationship with sin. The substance of sin (v. 5), the source of sin (v. 8) and the self of sin (v. 9) are dealt with through the effort of Christ on the cross. According to John in this text, when we make a practice (commit/abide) in sin its because we don’t see Jesus for who He is or have a saving knowledge of Jesus. New birth in Christ means a new/changed relationship with sin. The substance of sin (v. 5… Jason Hamilton 3481 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21681700/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn3410asonhamilton/id/3555352.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21681700 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, fruit, tree, righteousness, evil, father, devil, practice, love, brother, Scripture: 1 John 3:4-3:10, Matthew 7:15-7:20, Series: 1 John: Session Part#9 Sun, 18 Oct 2020 18:56:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton According to John in this text, when we make a practice (commit/abide) in sin its because we don’t see Jesus for who He is or have a saving knowledge of Jesus. New birth in Christ means a new/changed relationship with sin. The substance of sin (v. 5), the source of sin (v. 8) and the self of sin (v. 9) are dealt with through the effort of Christ on the cross. According to John in this text, when we make a practice (commit/abide) in sin its because we don’t see Jesus for who He is or have a saving knowledge of Jesus. New birth in Christ means a new/changed relationship with sin. The substance of sin (v. 5), the source of sin (v. 8) and the self of sin (v. 9) are dealt with through the effort of Christ on the cross. According to John in this text, when we make a practice (commit/abide) in sin its because we don’t see Jesus for who He is or have a saving knowledge of Jesus. New birth in Christ means a new/changed relationship with sin. The substance of sin (v. 5… Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21681700/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn3410asonhamilton/id/403604 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21681700 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, fruit, tree, righteousness, evil, father, devil, practice, love, brother, Scripture: 1 John 3:4-3:10, Matthew 7:15-7:20, Series: 1 John: Session Part#9 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 18:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus is coming again and every believer can have confidence before the throne of God on judgement day. No child of God is confident in themselves or their own work, but in the confidence they have by abiding in Christ. But the Spirit’s work doesn’t take the responsibility for right living out of the Christian’s hands, it gives power & perseverance to those hands. God’s action of regeneration causes the reaction of continued righteousness in a Christian. But our own righteousness is predicated on a recognition of Christ’s righteousness. If the action of regeneration has not happened, there will not be the reaction of pursuing or practicing righteousness. Pursuing holiness is the expected reaction to His action of salvation. Why do we pursue a life of holiness? Because Christ is pure, because He is holy. And because He is coming again. Jesus is coming again and every believer can have confidence before the throne of God on judgement day. No child of God is confident in themselves or their own work, but in the confidence they have by abiding in Christ. But the Spirit’s work doesn’t take the responsibility for right living out of the Christian’s hands, it gives power & perseverance to those hands. God’s action of regeneration causes the reaction of continued righteousness in a Christian. But our own righteousness is predicated on a recognition of Christ’s righteousness. If the action of regeneration has not happened, there will not be the reaction of pursuing or practicing righteousness. Pursuing holiness is the expected reaction to His action of salvation. Why do we pursue a life of holiness? Because Christ is pure, because He is holy. And because He is coming again. Jesus is coming again and every believer can have confidence before the throne of God on judgement day. No child of God is confident in themselves or their own work, but in the confidence they have by abiding in Christ. But the Spirit’s work doesn’t … Rod Ohmes 2253 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21677581/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn22833confidentchildrenrodo/id/3551554.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21677581 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, assurance, abide, Word, antichrist, oppose, children, confidence, confident, shame, Scripture: 1 John 2:28-3:3, Series: 1 John: Session Part#8 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 18:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus is coming again and every believer can have confidence before the throne of God on judgement day. No child of God is confident in themselves or their own work, but in the confidence they have by abiding in Christ. But the Spirit’s work doesn’t take the responsibility for right living out of the Christian’s hands, it gives power & perseverance to those hands. God’s action of regeneration causes the reaction of continued righteousness in a Christian. But our own righteousness is predicated on a recognition of Christ’s righteousness. If the action of regeneration has not happened, there will not be the reaction of pursuing or practicing righteousness. Pursuing holiness is the expected reaction to His action of salvation. Why do we pursue a life of holiness? Because Christ is pure, because He is holy. And because He is coming again. Jesus is coming again and every believer can have confidence before the throne of God on judgement day. No child of God is confident in themselves or their own work, but in the confidence they have by abiding in Christ. But the Spirit’s work doesn’t take the responsibility for right living out of the Christian’s hands, it gives power & perseverance to those hands. God’s action of regeneration causes the reaction of continued righteousness in a Christian. But our own righteousness is predicated on a recognition of Christ’s righteousness. If the action of regeneration has not happened, there will not be the reaction of pursuing or practicing righteousness. Pursuing holiness is the expected reaction to His action of salvation. Why do we pursue a life of holiness? Because Christ is pure, because He is holy. And because He is coming again. Jesus is coming again and every believer can have confidence before the throne of God on judgement day. No child of God is confident in themselves or their own work, but in the confidence they have by abiding in Christ. But the Spirit’s work doesn’t … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21677581/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn22833confidentchildrenrodo/id/403322 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21677581 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, assurance, abide, Word, antichrist, oppose, children, confidence, confident, shame, Scripture: 1 John 2:28-3:3, Series: 1 John: Session Part#8 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 22:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John's phrase " the last hour” signifies the period of time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. But we shouldn’t participate so heavily in a kind of "end times feeding frenzy" that we lose the perspective that Christ came to give us: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News, making disciples of all nations…” The fact that Jesus will come again SHOULD have an effect on us, but not of despair or wacky theology. Knowing and believing that Christ’s return is imminent should change the way we live. The anointing of the Spirit, the abiding Word of God, and the person & work of Jesus should give the believer confidence. John's phrase " the last hour” signifies the period of time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. But we shouldn’t participate so heavily in a kind of "end times feeding frenzy" that we lose the perspective that Christ came to give us: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News, making disciples of all nations…” The fact that Jesus will come again SHOULD have an effect on us, but not of despair or wacky theology. Knowing and believing that Christ’s return is imminent should change the way we live. The anointing of the Spirit, the abiding Word of God, and the person & work of Jesus should give the believer confidence. John's phrase " the last hour” signifies the period of time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. But we shouldn’t participate so heavily in a kind of "end times feeding frenzy" that we lose the perspective that Christ came to give us: “Go i… Rod Ohmes 2367 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21674260/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn21827abiderodohmes/id/3548381.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21674260 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, assurance, abide, Word, antichrist, oppose, Spirit, anointing, Scripture: 1 John 2:18-2:27, Series: 1 John: Session Part#7 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 22:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes John's phrase " the last hour” signifies the period of time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. But we shouldn’t participate so heavily in a kind of "end times feeding frenzy" that we lose the perspective that Christ came to give us: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News, making disciples of all nations…” The fact that Jesus will come again SHOULD have an effect on us, but not of despair or wacky theology. Knowing and believing that Christ’s return is imminent should change the way we live. The anointing of the Spirit, the abiding Word of God, and the person & work of Jesus should give the believer confidence. John's phrase " the last hour” signifies the period of time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. But we shouldn’t participate so heavily in a kind of "end times feeding frenzy" that we lose the perspective that Christ came to give us: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News, making disciples of all nations…” The fact that Jesus will come again SHOULD have an effect on us, but not of despair or wacky theology. Knowing and believing that Christ’s return is imminent should change the way we live. The anointing of the Spirit, the abiding Word of God, and the person & work of Jesus should give the believer confidence. John's phrase " the last hour” signifies the period of time between Christ’s first coming and second coming. But we shouldn’t participate so heavily in a kind of "end times feeding frenzy" that we lose the perspective that Christ came to give us: “Go i… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21674260/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn21827abiderodohmes/id/403057 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21674260 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, assurance, abide, Word, antichrist, oppose, Spirit, anointing, Scripture: 1 John 2:18-2:27, Series: 1 John: Session Part#7 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 16:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In this text John refers to perhaps the most talked about thing in the world: love. There's talk of love everywhere, but lots of times the kind of love referred to in our culture is NOT the same kind of love that God talks about in the Bible. When John says "Do not love the world..." I think he's referring to the lifestyle that is led by the “evil one” and is characterized by what he says in v.16 – the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life. If a person is controlled by those things, then John makes it clear in the end of v.15 that they have fallen in love with the very thing that Gods hates. Love of the world & it’s sinful patterns is the kind of love that God hates, and it’s the love that we should hate, too. We need to believe God when He says in v.17 that the world & its desires are passing away, and it can never really satisfy us. - The one who loves the Father and not the world – that’s the one who’s eternity is secure. - The one who continues doing the will of the Father – that’s the one who abides forever. If we or anything we do are going to be lasting and effective, our hearts cannot be attached to the things of this world; they must be attached to the will of the Father. In this text John refers to perhaps the most talked about thing in the world: love. There's talk of love everywhere, but lots of times the kind of love referred to in our culture is NOT the same kind of love that God talks about in the Bible. When John says "Do not love the world..." I think he's referring to the lifestyle that is led by the “evil one” and is characterized by what he says in v.16 – the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life. If a person is controlled by those things, then John makes it clear in the end of v.15 that they have fallen in love with the very thing that Gods hates. Love of the world & it’s sinful patterns is the kind of love that God hates, and it’s the love that we should hate, too. We need to believe God when He says in v.17 that the world & its desires are passing away, and it can never really satisfy us. - The one who loves the Father and not the world – that’s the one who’s eternity is secure. - The one who continues doing the will of the Father – that’s the one who abides forever. If we or anything we do are going to be lasting and effective, our hearts cannot be attached to the things of this world; they must be attached to the will of the Father. In this text John refers to perhaps the most talked about thing in the world: love. There's talk of love everywhere, but lots of times the kind of love referred to in our culture is NOT the same kind of love that God talks about in the Bible. When Jo… Rod Ohmes 2075 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21670665/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn21517thelovegodhatesrodohm/id/3545039.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21670665 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, assurance, hate, sin, world, worldly patterns, pride, Scripture: 1 John 2:15-2:17, Series: 1 John: Session Part#6 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 16:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In this text John refers to perhaps the most talked about thing in the world: love. There's talk of love everywhere, but lots of times the kind of love referred to in our culture is NOT the same kind of love that God talks about in the Bible. When John says "Do not love the world..." I think he's referring to the lifestyle that is led by the “evil one” and is characterized by what he says in v.16 – the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life. If a person is controlled by those things, then John makes it clear in the end of v.15 that they have fallen in love with the very thing that Gods hates. Love of the world & it’s sinful patterns is the kind of love that God hates, and it’s the love that we should hate, too. We need to believe God when He says in v.17 that the world & its desires are passing away, and it can never really satisfy us. - The one who loves the Father and not the world – that’s the one who’s eternity is secure. - The one who continues doing the will of the Father – that’s the one who abides forever. If we or anything we do are going to be lasting and effective, our hearts cannot be attached to the things of this world; they must be attached to the will of the Father. In this text John refers to perhaps the most talked about thing in the world: love. There's talk of love everywhere, but lots of times the kind of love referred to in our culture is NOT the same kind of love that God talks about in the Bible. When John says "Do not love the world..." I think he's referring to the lifestyle that is led by the “evil one” and is characterized by what he says in v.16 – the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life. If a person is controlled by those things, then John makes it clear in the end of v.15 that they have fallen in love with the very thing that Gods hates. Love of the world & it’s sinful patterns is the kind of love that God hates, and it’s the love that we should hate, too. We need to believe God when He says in v.17 that the world & its desires are passing away, and it can never really satisfy us. - The one who loves the Father and not the world – that’s the one who’s eternity is secure. - The one who continues doing the will of the Father – that’s the one who abides forever. If we or anything we do are going to be lasting and effective, our hearts cannot be attached to the things of this world; they must be attached to the will of the Father. In this text John refers to perhaps the most talked about thing in the world: love. There's talk of love everywhere, but lots of times the kind of love referred to in our culture is NOT the same kind of love that God talks about in the Bible. When Jo… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21670665/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn21517thelovegodhatesrodohm/id/402793 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21670665 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, assurance, hate, sin, world, worldly patterns, pride, Scripture: 1 John 2:15-2:17, Series: 1 John: Session Part#6 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 15:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The apostle John answers a really common question that most Christians ask themselves at some point: “How do I KNOW that I’m saved?” & “How do I KNOW that I know God?” [2:3]. John’s answer: “we keep His commands”. You know you know God if you do what He says, if you keep His word. And John goes on to explain what that looks like lived out: you will love others. There are plenty of things that are complicated and beyond our grasp of understanding, but I don’t think John’s teaching here is one of them. Comprehension is generally not our problem with living this out - motivation is. We aren’t convinced that the effort is worth the inconvenience of obedience. But it is, for the sake of Christ. Many of us are looking for assurance of salvation, and John is revealing 2 great principles: obedience and love. These are proofs of a person who is abiding in Christ. The sins of God's children are forgiven because of the atoning work of Christ, and so that they might live for Christ – for His name’s sake, so they could now go live differently than they were before. Regardless of gender or age, every believer has the privilege & responsibility to lead younger believers. Every believer has the privilege of assurance and the responsibility of engaging. The apostle John answers a really common question that most Christians ask themselves at some point: “How do I KNOW that I’m saved?” & “How do I KNOW that I know God?” [2:3]. John’s answer: “we keep His commands”. You know you know God if you do what He says, if you keep His word. And John goes on to explain what that looks like lived out: you will love others. There are plenty of things that are complicated and beyond our grasp of understanding, but I don’t think John’s teaching here is one of them. Comprehension is generally not our problem with living this out - motivation is. We aren’t convinced that the effort is worth the inconvenience of obedience. But it is, for the sake of Christ. Many of us are looking for assurance of salvation, and John is revealing 2 great principles: obedience and love. These are proofs of a person who is abiding in Christ. The sins of God's children are forgiven because of the atoning work of Christ, and so that they might live for Christ – for His name’s sake, so they could now go live differently than they were before. Regardless of gender or age, every believer has the privilege & responsibility to lead younger believers. Every believer has the privilege of assurance and the responsibility of engaging. The apostle John answers a really common question that most Christians ask themselves at some point: “How do I KNOW that I’m saved?” & “How do I KNOW that I know God?” [2:3]. John’s answer: “we keep His commands”. You know you know God if you do what H… Rod Ohmes 1998 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21667052/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn21214agesstagesrodohmes/id/3541634.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21667052 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, obedience, love one another, children, young men, youth, fathers, motivation, assu, Scripture: 1 John 2:12-2:14, Series: 1 John: Session Part#5 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 15:51:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The apostle John answers a really common question that most Christians ask themselves at some point: “How do I KNOW that I’m saved?” & “How do I KNOW that I know God?” [2:3]. John’s answer: “we keep His commands”. You know you know God if you do what He says, if you keep His word. And John goes on to explain what that looks like lived out: you will love others. There are plenty of things that are complicated and beyond our grasp of understanding, but I don’t think John’s teaching here is one of them. Comprehension is generally not our problem with living this out - motivation is. We aren’t convinced that the effort is worth the inconvenience of obedience. But it is, for the sake of Christ. Many of us are looking for assurance of salvation, and John is revealing 2 great principles: obedience and love. These are proofs of a person who is abiding in Christ. The sins of God's children are forgiven because of the atoning work of Christ, and so that they might live for Christ – for His name’s sake, so they could now go live differently than they were before. Regardless of gender or age, every believer has the privilege & responsibility to lead younger believers. Every believer has the privilege of assurance and the responsibility of engaging. The apostle John answers a really common question that most Christians ask themselves at some point: “How do I KNOW that I’m saved?” & “How do I KNOW that I know God?” [2:3]. John’s answer: “we keep His commands”. You know you know God if you do what He says, if you keep His word. And John goes on to explain what that looks like lived out: you will love others. There are plenty of things that are complicated and beyond our grasp of understanding, but I don’t think John’s teaching here is one of them. Comprehension is generally not our problem with living this out - motivation is. We aren’t convinced that the effort is worth the inconvenience of obedience. But it is, for the sake of Christ. Many of us are looking for assurance of salvation, and John is revealing 2 great principles: obedience and love. These are proofs of a person who is abiding in Christ. The sins of God's children are forgiven because of the atoning work of Christ, and so that they might live for Christ – for His name’s sake, so they could now go live differently than they were before. Regardless of gender or age, every believer has the privilege & responsibility to lead younger believers. Every believer has the privilege of assurance and the responsibility of engaging. The apostle John answers a really common question that most Christians ask themselves at some point: “How do I KNOW that I’m saved?” & “How do I KNOW that I know God?” [2:3]. John’s answer: “we keep His commands”. You know you know God if you do what H… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21667052/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn21214agesstagesrodohmes/id/402548 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21667052 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, love, obedience, love one another, children, young men, youth, fathers, motivation, assu, Scripture: 1 John 2:12-2:14, Series: 1 John: Session Part#5 Mon, 14 Sep 2020 04:03:00 +0000 John David Christ, our Advocate. Christ, our Advocate. Christ, our Advocate.… John David 1977 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21663103/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn2111christouradvocateohnda/id/3538137.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21663103 John David, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, Advocate, love, one another, brother, Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2:11, Series: 1 John: Session Part#4 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 13:38:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes There is no sin in God - there is no darkness in Him at all. This sounds so basic and simple and yet, all of Christian doctrine hangs on this truth. John uses the word "light" here to contrast God’s eternal holiness with mankind’s inherent darkness. If we are going to think correctly about God & Jesus, then we have to think correctly about sin. John addresses three unresolved sin problems when we: - we lie to others by our inconsistent walk - we lie to ourselves by our refusal to admit sin - we lie about God when we claim to be without sin For the person who recognizes their sin and confesses it, verse 9 tells us that God is faithful to forgive that person’s sins and to cleanse them from all unrighteousness, every bit of it. There is no sin in God - there is no darkness in Him at all. This sounds so basic and simple and yet, all of Christian doctrine hangs on this truth. John uses the word "light" here to contrast God’s eternal holiness with mankind’s inherent darkness. If we are going to think correctly about God & Jesus, then we have to think correctly about sin. John addresses three unresolved sin problems when we: - we lie to others by our inconsistent walk - we lie to ourselves by our refusal to admit sin - we lie about God when we claim to be without sin For the person who recognizes their sin and confesses it, verse 9 tells us that God is faithful to forgive that person’s sins and to cleanse them from all unrighteousness, every bit of it. There is no sin in God - there is no darkness in Him at all. This sounds so basic and simple and yet, all of Christian doctrine hangs on this truth. John uses the word "light" here to contrast God’s eternal holiness with mankind’s inherent darkness. If… Rod Ohmes 2274 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21659837/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn1510lightrodohmes/id/3535113.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21659837 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, John, light, incarnation, lie, sin, confess, cleanse, blood, Scripture: 1 John 1:5-1:10, Series: 1 John: Session Part#3 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 13:38:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes There is no sin in God - there is no darkness in Him at all. This sounds so basic and simple and yet, all of Christian doctrine hangs on this truth. John uses the word "light" here to contrast God’s eternal holiness with mankind’s inherent darkness. If we are going to think correctly about God & Jesus, then we have to think correctly about sin. John addresses three unresolved sin problems when we: - we lie to others by our inconsistent walk - we lie to ourselves by our refusal to admit sin - we lie about God when we claim to be without sin For the person who recognizes their sin and confesses it, verse 9 tells us that God is faithful to forgive that person’s sins and to cleanse them from all unrighteousness, every bit of it. There is no sin in God - there is no darkness in Him at all. This sounds so basic and simple and yet, all of Christian doctrine hangs on this truth. John uses the word "light" here to contrast God’s eternal holiness with mankind’s inherent darkness. If we are going to think correctly about God & Jesus, then we have to think correctly about sin. John addresses three unresolved sin problems when we: - we lie to others by our inconsistent walk - we lie to ourselves by our refusal to admit sin - we lie about God when we claim to be without sin For the person who recognizes their sin and confesses it, verse 9 tells us that God is faithful to forgive that person’s sins and to cleanse them from all unrighteousness, every bit of it. There is no sin in God - there is no darkness in Him at all. This sounds so basic and simple and yet, all of Christian doctrine hangs on this truth. John uses the word "light" here to contrast God’s eternal holiness with mankind’s inherent darkness. If… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21659837/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn1510lightrodohmes/id/402014 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21659837 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, John, light, incarnation, lie, sin, confess, cleanse, blood, Scripture: 1 John 1:5-1:10, Series: 1 John: Session Part#3 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 19:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes He was “from the beginning” and is “the eternal life, which was with the Father”; there is never a time when Jesus has not been. But even more incredible is that the eternal Son of God humbled Himself in order to serve those whom He created. This is the beauty of the incarnation. Its not just some stuffy doctrinal defense of Christ’s divinity & humanity, it’s a full-blown celebration of the unbelievable unity & fellowship believers have with the God of the universe! Real & complete joy is found in the nature & work of Jesus Christ, and it’s expressed (lived out) in the fellowship of believers. Christ completes joy, and because His body is comprised of other believers, we need to be in fellowship with them in order to experience and express this joy properly. Church - God is glorified when we find our joy in Him together. He was “from the beginning” and is “the eternal life, which was with the Father”; there is never a time when Jesus has not been. But even more incredible is that the eternal Son of God humbled Himself in order to serve those whom He created. This is the beauty of the incarnation. Its not just some stuffy doctrinal defense of Christ’s divinity & humanity, it’s a full-blown celebration of the unbelievable unity & fellowship believers have with the God of the universe! Real & complete joy is found in the nature & work of Jesus Christ, and it’s expressed (lived out) in the fellowship of believers. Christ completes joy, and because His body is comprised of other believers, we need to be in fellowship with them in order to experience and express this joy properly. Church - God is glorified when we find our joy in Him together. He was “from the beginning” and is “the eternal life, which was with the Father”; there is never a time when Jesus has not been. But even more incredible is that the eternal Son of God humbled Himself in order to serve those whom He created. This is th… Rod Ohmes 2707 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21652721/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohn114christcompletesoyrodohm/id/3530890.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21652721 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, John, authorship, word, purpose, assurance, know, confirm, convert, crown, eternal life,, Scripture: 1 John 1:1-1:4, John 1:1-1:18, Series: 1 John: Session Part#2 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 19:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes He was “from the beginning” and is “the eternal life, which was with the Father”; there is never a time when Jesus has not been. But even more incredible is that the eternal Son of God humbled Himself in order to serve those whom He created. This is the beauty of the incarnation. Its not just some stuffy doctrinal defense of Christ’s divinity & humanity, it’s a full-blown celebration of the unbelievable unity & fellowship believers have with the God of the universe! Real & complete joy is found in the nature & work of Jesus Christ, and it’s expressed (lived out) in the fellowship of believers. Christ completes joy, and because His body is comprised of other believers, we need to be in fellowship with them in order to experience and express this joy properly. Church - God is glorified when we find our joy in Him together. He was “from the beginning” and is “the eternal life, which was with the Father”; there is never a time when Jesus has not been. But even more incredible is that the eternal Son of God humbled Himself in order to serve those whom He created. This is the beauty of the incarnation. Its not just some stuffy doctrinal defense of Christ’s divinity & humanity, it’s a full-blown celebration of the unbelievable unity & fellowship believers have with the God of the universe! Real & complete joy is found in the nature & work of Jesus Christ, and it’s expressed (lived out) in the fellowship of believers. Christ completes joy, and because His body is comprised of other believers, we need to be in fellowship with them in order to experience and express this joy properly. Church - God is glorified when we find our joy in Him together. He was “from the beginning” and is “the eternal life, which was with the Father”; there is never a time when Jesus has not been. But even more incredible is that the eternal Son of God humbled Himself in order to serve those whom He created. This is th… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21652721/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohn114christcompletesoyrodohm/id/401676 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21652721 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, John, authorship, word, purpose, assurance, know, confirm, convert, crown, eternal life,, Scripture: 1 John 1:1-1:4, John 1:1-1:18, Series: 1 John: Session Part#2 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 15:49:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we start to consider the things that are really important in life & have eternal value, we find that they are not really THINGS at all – they are the relationships we have. In John’s first letter he plainly tells us the truth about relationships, and shows us how to have relationships that are meaningful & real, for both now and eternity. You can know that you have been reconciled with the Father and have eternal life. His offer of salvation is real and it’s eternal, and according to Jesus in John 3 it hinges on belief. Belief is absolutely necessary, & our works done for the glory of God authenticate/prove our faith. Can we say with James that we show our faith (belief) by how we live (our works)? [James 2:18] 1 John was written so that we might be motivated to live out what we say we believe and so that we can KNOW we have eternal life. When we start to consider the things that are really important in life & have eternal value, we find that they are not really THINGS at all – they are the relationships we have. In John’s first letter he plainly tells us the truth about relationships, and shows us how to have relationships that are meaningful & real, for both now and eternity. You can know that you have been reconciled with the Father and have eternal life. His offer of salvation is real and it’s eternal, and according to Jesus in John 3 it hinges on belief. Belief is absolutely necessary, & our works done for the glory of God authenticate/prove our faith. Can we say with James that we show our faith (belief) by how we live (our works)? [James 2:18] 1 John was written so that we might be motivated to live out what we say we believe and so that we can KNOW we have eternal life. When we start to consider the things that are really important in life & have eternal value, we find that they are not really THINGS at all – they are the relationships we have. In John’s first letter he plainly tells us the truth about relationships, … Rod Ohmes 1972 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21650959/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1ohnanintroductionrodohmes/id/3529236.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21650959 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, John, authorship, word, purpose, assurance, know, confirm, convert, crown, eternal life,, Scripture: 1 John 1:1-5:21, John 3:14-3:36, Series: 1 John: Session Part#1 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 15:49:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we start to consider the things that are really important in life & have eternal value, we find that they are not really THINGS at all – they are the relationships we have. In John’s first letter he plainly tells us the truth about relationships, and shows us how to have relationships that are meaningful & real, for both now and eternity. You can know that you have been reconciled with the Father and have eternal life. His offer of salvation is real and it’s eternal, and according to Jesus in John 3 it hinges on belief. Belief is absolutely necessary, & our works done for the glory of God authenticate/prove our faith. Can we say with James that we show our faith (belief) by how we live (our works)? [James 2:18] 1 John was written so that we might be motivated to live out what we say we believe and so that we can KNOW we have eternal life. When we start to consider the things that are really important in life & have eternal value, we find that they are not really THINGS at all – they are the relationships we have. In John’s first letter he plainly tells us the truth about relationships, and shows us how to have relationships that are meaningful & real, for both now and eternity. You can know that you have been reconciled with the Father and have eternal life. His offer of salvation is real and it’s eternal, and according to Jesus in John 3 it hinges on belief. Belief is absolutely necessary, & our works done for the glory of God authenticate/prove our faith. Can we say with James that we show our faith (belief) by how we live (our works)? [James 2:18] 1 John was written so that we might be motivated to live out what we say we believe and so that we can KNOW we have eternal life. When we start to consider the things that are really important in life & have eternal value, we find that they are not really THINGS at all – they are the relationships we have. In John’s first letter he plainly tells us the truth about relationships, … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21650959/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_1ohnanintroductionrodohmes/id/401531 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21650959 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, 1 John, John, authorship, word, purpose, assurance, know, confirm, convert, crown, eternal life,, Scripture: 1 John 1:1-5:21, John 3:14-3:36, Series: 1 John: Session Part#1 Mon, 17 Aug 2020 02:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes It really is a shame that lots of people look at Ecclesiastes and see pessimism and a downer. As he’s drawing things to a close, Solomon informs us that it was actually written for our PLEASURE. God’s words and commands are intended to DELIGHT us! His words are also intended to “prod” us into action - that's what goads do. Shepherds use them to direct their herd down the proper path, away from those that lead to destruction. Fear God and keep His commands [v.13] – trust Him and obey Him. There’s importance in the order here. The evidence of trusting/fearing God is obedience, but you will never obey God if you don’t trust/fear Him. Why do we obey and why are we gladly wounded by the one Shepherd? Because the day of reckoning is coming. One day every action (deed) and every thought (secret thing) will be brought into judgment by God. The Good Shepherd uses the reality of our sin as a goad to drive us to the cross. Jesus lived the life we couldn’t and died the death we deserved in order to redeem everyone who believes from the curse and penalty of sin. We will all face a day of judgment, and we will either face it with Christ as our substitute or we’ll face it alone. You don’t have to face it alone. Believe in the Son. Fear God, obey His commands. Be reconciled to Jesus today, because today can be the day of your salvation. It really is a shame that lots of people look at Ecclesiastes and see pessimism and a downer. As he’s drawing things to a close, Solomon informs us that it was actually written for our PLEASURE. God’s words and commands are intended to DELIGHT us! His words are also intended to “prod” us into action - that's what goads do. Shepherds use them to direct their herd down the proper path, away from those that lead to destruction. Fear God and keep His commands [v.13] – trust Him and obey Him. There’s importance in the order here. The evidence of trusting/fearing God is obedience, but you will never obey God if you don’t trust/fear Him. Why do we obey and why are we gladly wounded by the one Shepherd? Because the day of reckoning is coming. One day every action (deed) and every thought (secret thing) will be brought into judgment by God. The Good Shepherd uses the reality of our sin as a goad to drive us to the cross. Jesus lived the life we couldn’t and died the death we deserved in order to redeem everyone who believes from the curse and penalty of sin. We will all face a day of judgment, and we will either face it with Christ as our substitute or we’ll face it alone. You don’t have to face it alone. Believe in the Son. Fear God, obey His commands. Be reconciled to Jesus today, because today can be the day of your salvation. It really is a shame that lots of people look at Ecclesiastes and see pessimism and a downer. As he’s drawing things to a close, Solomon informs us that it was actually written for our PLEASURE. God’s words and commands are intended to DELIGHT us! Hi… Rod Ohmes 1703 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21644656/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howwhyecclesiastes12914rodohme/id/3523200.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21644656 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, remember, Creator, end, obey, judgment, fear, correction, goad, herd, Shepherd, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:9-12:14, Psalms 90:7-90:10, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#17 Mon, 17 Aug 2020 02:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes It really is a shame that lots of people look at Ecclesiastes and see pessimism and a downer. As he’s drawing things to a close, Solomon informs us that it was actually written for our PLEASURE. God’s words and commands are intended to DELIGHT us! His words are also intended to “prod” us into action - that's what goads do. Shepherds use them to direct their herd down the proper path, away from those that lead to destruction. Fear God and keep His commands [v.13] – trust Him and obey Him. There’s importance in the order here. The evidence of trusting/fearing God is obedience, but you will never obey God if you don’t trust/fear Him. Why do we obey and why are we gladly wounded by the one Shepherd? Because the day of reckoning is coming. One day every action (deed) and every thought (secret thing) will be brought into judgment by God. The Good Shepherd uses the reality of our sin as a goad to drive us to the cross. Jesus lived the life we couldn’t and died the death we deserved in order to redeem everyone who believes from the curse and penalty of sin. We will all face a day of judgment, and we will either face it with Christ as our substitute or we’ll face it alone. You don’t have to face it alone. Believe in the Son. Fear God, obey His commands. Be reconciled to Jesus today, because today can be the day of your salvation. It really is a shame that lots of people look at Ecclesiastes and see pessimism and a downer. As he’s drawing things to a close, Solomon informs us that it was actually written for our PLEASURE. God’s words and commands are intended to DELIGHT us! His words are also intended to “prod” us into action - that's what goads do. Shepherds use them to direct their herd down the proper path, away from those that lead to destruction. Fear God and keep His commands [v.13] – trust Him and obey Him. There’s importance in the order here. The evidence of trusting/fearing God is obedience, but you will never obey God if you don’t trust/fear Him. Why do we obey and why are we gladly wounded by the one Shepherd? Because the day of reckoning is coming. One day every action (deed) and every thought (secret thing) will be brought into judgment by God. The Good Shepherd uses the reality of our sin as a goad to drive us to the cross. Jesus lived the life we couldn’t and died the death we deserved in order to redeem everyone who believes from the curse and penalty of sin. We will all face a day of judgment, and we will either face it with Christ as our substitute or we’ll face it alone. You don’t have to face it alone. Believe in the Son. Fear God, obey His commands. Be reconciled to Jesus today, because today can be the day of your salvation. It really is a shame that lots of people look at Ecclesiastes and see pessimism and a downer. As he’s drawing things to a close, Solomon informs us that it was actually written for our PLEASURE. God’s words and commands are intended to DELIGHT us! Hi… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21644656/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_howwhyecclesiastes12914rodohme/id/401070 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21644656 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, remember, Creator, end, obey, judgment, fear, correction, goad, herd, Shepherd, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:9-12:14, Psalms 90:7-90:10, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#17 Mon, 10 Aug 2020 04:02:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth” because you’re going to encounter life’s frailty and death’s certainty. “Remember your Creator” means trusting Him, obeying Him, and walking with Him. Remember by setting aside yourself and giving all of your life and all of your future and all of your opportunities to God. “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth” because you’re going to encounter life’s frailty and death’s certainty. “Remember your Creator” means trusting Him, obeying Him, and walking with Him. Remember by setting aside yourself and giving all of your life and all of your future and all of your opportunities to God. “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth” because you’re going to encounter life’s frailty and death’s certainty. “Remember your Creator” means trusting Him, obeying Him, and walking with Him. Remember by setting aside yourself and giving all o… Rod Ohmes 2460 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21641101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rememberecclesiastes1218rodohm/id/3521693.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21641101 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, remember, Creator, youth, , Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-12:8, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#16 Mon, 10 Aug 2020 04:02:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth” because you’re going to encounter life’s frailty and death’s certainty. “Remember your Creator” means trusting Him, obeying Him, and walking with Him. Remember by setting aside yourself and giving all of your life and all of your future and all of your opportunities to God. “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth” because you’re going to encounter life’s frailty and death’s certainty. “Remember your Creator” means trusting Him, obeying Him, and walking with Him. Remember by setting aside yourself and giving all of your life and all of your future and all of your opportunities to God. “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth” because you’re going to encounter life’s frailty and death’s certainty. “Remember your Creator” means trusting Him, obeying Him, and walking with Him. Remember by setting aside yourself and giving all o… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21641101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_rememberecclesiastes1218rodohm/id/400786 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21641101 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, remember, Creator, youth, , Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-12:8, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#16 Mon, 03 Aug 2020 02:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We are not God who makes everything [v.5], so our job is to sow and sometimes to reap, but not to give the increase – only God does that (1 Cor. 3:7). As we trust and obey, we do things now for a reward that cannot be immediately seen. - We prepare and we plan financially, but it’s God who provides. - We do the work of ministry, but only God saves and gives any kind of increase. - We give generously with hope, but only God knows what the future holds. The pursuit of earthly pleasures using earthly gain can never lead to eternal joy. The Preacher is pushing us yet again to consider eternity. God’s judgement is real, and it’s coming. And because of this, we should live differently. We are not God who makes everything [v.5], so our job is to sow and sometimes to reap, but not to give the increase – only God does that (1 Cor. 3:7). As we trust and obey, we do things now for a reward that cannot be immediately seen. - We prepare and we plan financially, but it’s God who provides. - We do the work of ministry, but only God saves and gives any kind of increase. - We give generously with hope, but only God knows what the future holds. The pursuit of earthly pleasures using earthly gain can never lead to eternal joy. The Preacher is pushing us yet again to consider eternity. God’s judgement is real, and it’s coming. And because of this, we should live differently. We are not God who makes everything [v.5], so our job is to sow and sometimes to reap, but not to give the increase – only God does that (1 Cor. 3:7). As we trust and obey, we do things now for a reward that cannot be immediately seen. - We prepare and… Rod Ohmes 1909 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21639737/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hopefilledplanningecclesiastes/id/3518659.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21639737 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, prepare, ministry, generosity, reward, plan, obedience, trust , Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-11:10, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#15 Mon, 03 Aug 2020 02:59:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We are not God who makes everything [v.5], so our job is to sow and sometimes to reap, but not to give the increase – only God does that (1 Cor. 3:7). As we trust and obey, we do things now for a reward that cannot be immediately seen. - We prepare and we plan financially, but it’s God who provides. - We do the work of ministry, but only God saves and gives any kind of increase. - We give generously with hope, but only God knows what the future holds. The pursuit of earthly pleasures using earthly gain can never lead to eternal joy. The Preacher is pushing us yet again to consider eternity. God’s judgement is real, and it’s coming. And because of this, we should live differently. We are not God who makes everything [v.5], so our job is to sow and sometimes to reap, but not to give the increase – only God does that (1 Cor. 3:7). As we trust and obey, we do things now for a reward that cannot be immediately seen. - We prepare and we plan financially, but it’s God who provides. - We do the work of ministry, but only God saves and gives any kind of increase. - We give generously with hope, but only God knows what the future holds. The pursuit of earthly pleasures using earthly gain can never lead to eternal joy. The Preacher is pushing us yet again to consider eternity. God’s judgement is real, and it’s coming. And because of this, we should live differently. We are not God who makes everything [v.5], so our job is to sow and sometimes to reap, but not to give the increase – only God does that (1 Cor. 3:7). As we trust and obey, we do things now for a reward that cannot be immediately seen. - We prepare and… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21639737/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_hopefilledplanningecclesiastes/id/400785 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21639737 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, prepare, ministry, generosity, reward, plan, obedience, trust , Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-11:10, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#15 Mon, 27 Jul 2020 02:44:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2252 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21639732/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_luke73650asonhamilton/id/3518649.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21639732 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ramsey Creek Baptist Church, Scripture: Luke 7:36-7:50 Mon, 20 Jul 2020 02:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we’ve got a society that chooses the easy path instead of the right path, error will be found in every corner, from the highest places to the lowest. When wisdom is not valued, structures of authority in every area are affected. The danger for rulers is to unjustly gain from those they are in authority over, and the danger for all of us is the same - attempting to gain from someone else unjustly. What is obvious to the wise is not obvious to the foolish. May we be those who walk in wisdom. When we’ve got a society that chooses the easy path instead of the right path, error will be found in every corner, from the highest places to the lowest. When wisdom is not valued, structures of authority in every area are affected. The danger for rulers is to unjustly gain from those they are in authority over, and the danger for all of us is the same - attempting to gain from someone else unjustly. What is obvious to the wise is not obvious to the foolish. May we be those who walk in wisdom. When we’ve got a society that chooses the easy path instead of the right path, error will be found in every corner, from the highest places to the lowest. When wisdom is not valued, structures of authority in every area are affected. The danger for rul… Rod Ohmes 2335 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21629466/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_obviouswisdomfoolishnesseccles/id/3512137.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21629466 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, sharpen, ax, ruler, calmness, , Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:4-10:20, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#14 Mon, 20 Jul 2020 02:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we’ve got a society that chooses the easy path instead of the right path, error will be found in every corner, from the highest places to the lowest. When wisdom is not valued, structures of authority in every area are affected. The danger for rulers is to unjustly gain from those they are in authority over, and the danger for all of us is the same - attempting to gain from someone else unjustly. What is obvious to the wise is not obvious to the foolish. May we be those who walk in wisdom. When we’ve got a society that chooses the easy path instead of the right path, error will be found in every corner, from the highest places to the lowest. When wisdom is not valued, structures of authority in every area are affected. The danger for rulers is to unjustly gain from those they are in authority over, and the danger for all of us is the same - attempting to gain from someone else unjustly. What is obvious to the wise is not obvious to the foolish. May we be those who walk in wisdom. When we’ve got a society that chooses the easy path instead of the right path, error will be found in every corner, from the highest places to the lowest. When wisdom is not valued, structures of authority in every area are affected. The danger for rul… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21629466/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_obviouswisdomfoolishnesseccles/id/400784 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21629466 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, sharpen, ax, ruler, calmness, , Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:4-10:20, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#14 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 22:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus is the Rescuer of His people, the One who delivered the little city by His wisdom but is not respected or remembered by the foolish. True wisdom is worth not being remembered. Wisdom tells us to speak truth in quiet to the few who are ready to listen rather than shouting our opinions from the biggest platform we can. It’s easy to be drawn into a shouting match these days, but this kind of behavior only reveals the deficiencies in our character, not the strengths of wisdom. Just as one wise man in a city can be its salvation, so one evil person can bring it to the ground. The fragrance of perfume can change from lovely to nasty with just a single dead fly, and the same is said in regards to your reputation with a single act of foolishness. Friends – be careful how you walk. [Eph. 5:1-10, 15] Jesus is the Rescuer of His people, the One who delivered the little city by His wisdom but is not respected or remembered by the foolish. True wisdom is worth not being remembered. Wisdom tells us to speak truth in quiet to the few who are ready to listen rather than shouting our opinions from the biggest platform we can. It’s easy to be drawn into a shouting match these days, but this kind of behavior only reveals the deficiencies in our character, not the strengths of wisdom. Just as one wise man in a city can be its salvation, so one evil person can bring it to the ground. The fragrance of perfume can change from lovely to nasty with just a single dead fly, and the same is said in regards to your reputation with a single act of foolishness. Friends – be careful how you walk. [Eph. 5:1-10, 15] Jesus is the Rescuer of His people, the One who delivered the little city by His wisdom but is not respected or remembered by the foolish. True wisdom is worth not being remembered. Wisdom tells us to speak truth in quiet to the few who are ready to … Rod Ohmes 2189 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21625130/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_greatwisdomecclesiastes913103r/id/3508746.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21625130 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, city, rescue, redeem, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:3, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#13 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 22:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus is the Rescuer of His people, the One who delivered the little city by His wisdom but is not respected or remembered by the foolish. True wisdom is worth not being remembered. Wisdom tells us to speak truth in quiet to the few who are ready to listen rather than shouting our opinions from the biggest platform we can. It’s easy to be drawn into a shouting match these days, but this kind of behavior only reveals the deficiencies in our character, not the strengths of wisdom. Just as one wise man in a city can be its salvation, so one evil person can bring it to the ground. The fragrance of perfume can change from lovely to nasty with just a single dead fly, and the same is said in regards to your reputation with a single act of foolishness. Friends – be careful how you walk. [Eph. 5:1-10, 15] Jesus is the Rescuer of His people, the One who delivered the little city by His wisdom but is not respected or remembered by the foolish. True wisdom is worth not being remembered. Wisdom tells us to speak truth in quiet to the few who are ready to listen rather than shouting our opinions from the biggest platform we can. It’s easy to be drawn into a shouting match these days, but this kind of behavior only reveals the deficiencies in our character, not the strengths of wisdom. Just as one wise man in a city can be its salvation, so one evil person can bring it to the ground. The fragrance of perfume can change from lovely to nasty with just a single dead fly, and the same is said in regards to your reputation with a single act of foolishness. Friends – be careful how you walk. [Eph. 5:1-10, 15] Jesus is the Rescuer of His people, the One who delivered the little city by His wisdom but is not respected or remembered by the foolish. True wisdom is worth not being remembered. Wisdom tells us to speak truth in quiet to the few who are ready to … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21625130/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_greatwisdomecclesiastes913103r/id/399724 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21625130 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, wisdom, foolishness, fool, wise, city, rescue, redeem, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:3, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#13 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 15:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes "That's life". That's what we get told when we encounter a situation that's difficult or confusing, usually with no explanation. Even when we consider death, it's still a part of life. But does knowing that we will die one day impact how we live at all? It should, and it does. Despite how it looks at times, it DOES matter how we live because there is good, evil, and life after death. The reality is that facing the truth about death has a way of making us enjoy life more. Death can make life tragically meaningless or strikingly meaningful. "That's life". That's what we get told when we encounter a situation that's difficult or confusing, usually with no explanation. Even when we consider death, it's still a part of life. But does knowing that we will die one day impact how we live at all? It should, and it does. Despite how it looks at times, it DOES matter how we live because there is good, evil, and life after death. The reality is that facing the truth about death has a way of making us enjoy life more. Death can make life tragically meaningless or strikingly meaningful. "That's life". That's what we get told when we encounter a situation that's difficult or confusing, usually with no explanation. Even when we consider death, it's still a part of life. But does knowing that we will die one day impact how we live at all… Rod Ohmes 2364 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21622440/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thatslifeanddeathecclesiastes9/id/3505959.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21622440 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, death, life, grave, afterlife, heaven, hell, enjoyment, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-9:12, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#12 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 20:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Believers walk by faith and not by sight [2 Cor. 5:7]. God knows and determines every one of our days, not any of us, no matter how hard we try. If anyone claims to know the mind of God and understand His works, he is a liar [v.17]. Solomon confesses that it seems like the wicked prosper and the righteous suffer, but as we know, things aren’t always what they seem to be. The truth is that it will be well with the righteous, but it will not be well with the wicked. In Ecc. 8:10 the wicked person’s funeral is a big deal and they are praised in the city. In Is. 57:1 the righteous person’s funeral is unnoticed and they are seemingly forgotten. Though we don’t understand the times & ends of our life & deaths, undoubtedly God has a reason. For those who fear the Lord and go from us into His presence, remember that they are “entering into peace”, “possessing the land”, and “inheriting His holy mountain” like Isaiah 57 says. What a glorious comfort to know that God rewards the death of a righteous person with such eternal and incredible gifts of His grace. In the matters of life and death, we put our faith in what we cannot see. Believers walk by faith and not by sight [2 Cor. 5:7]. God knows and determines every one of our days, not any of us, no matter how hard we try. If anyone claims to know the mind of God and understand His works, he is a liar [v.17]. Solomon confesses that it seems like the wicked prosper and the righteous suffer, but as we know, things aren’t always what they seem to be. The truth is that it will be well with the righteous, but it will not be well with the wicked. In Ecc. 8:10 the wicked person’s funeral is a big deal and they are praised in the city. In Is. 57:1 the righteous person’s funeral is unnoticed and they are seemingly forgotten. Though we don’t understand the times & ends of our life & deaths, undoubtedly God has a reason. For those who fear the Lord and go from us into His presence, remember that they are “entering into peace”, “possessing the land”, and “inheriting His holy mountain” like Isaiah 57 says. What a glorious comfort to know that God rewards the death of a righteous person with such eternal and incredible gifts of His grace. In the matters of life and death, we put our faith in what we cannot see. Believers walk by faith and not by sight [2 Cor. 5:7]. God knows and determines every one of our days, not any of us, no matter how hard we try. If anyone claims to know the mind of God and understand His works, he is a liar [v.17]. Solomon confesses … Rod Ohmes 2406 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21618332/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theworkofgodecclesiastes8rodoh/id/3502232.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21618332 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, content, contentment, money, wealth, greed, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-8:17, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#11 Mon, 22 Jun 2020 00:55:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Real wisdom is humble, gentle, peaceable, open to reason, full of mercy, and genuine. Whether a person possesses godly wisdom or not will be known in their behavior - in how they live (James 3:13-18). Solomon recognizes that he cannot understand himself or the world the way that God does, reminding his readers it was mankind who plunged the world into brokenness. The good news of the Gospel is that Jesus has become righteousness, sanctification, and redemption for every person who believes (1 Corinthians 1:30). It is only by the Spirit of God that we can become truly wise. Real wisdom is humble, gentle, peaceable, open to reason, full of mercy, and genuine. Whether a person possesses godly wisdom or not will be known in their behavior - in how they live (James 3:13-18). Solomon recognizes that he cannot understand himself or the world the way that God does, reminding his readers it was mankind who plunged the world into brokenness. The good news of the Gospel is that Jesus has become righteousness, sanctification, and redemption for every person who believes (1 Corinthians 1:30). It is only by the Spirit of God that we can become truly wise. Real wisdom is humble, gentle, peaceable, open to reason, full of mercy, and genuine. Whether a person possesses godly wisdom or not will be known in their behavior - in how they live (James 3:13-18). Solomon recognizes that he cannot understand hims… Rod Ohmes 2340 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21611543/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wisdomtake2ecclesiastes71929ro/id/3497047.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21611543 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, content, contentment, money, wealth, greed, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:19-7:29, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#10 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 22:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes There are glimpses of beauty in this world that we can and should stop to appreciate, but the reality is that this world is not as it should be - it's broken. This is because our world isn’t doing what it was designed to do. Solomon felt this, too, because he lived in the same world we do "under the sun". If we're saying things like "This isn't fair" or "Where is the justice?", we have to realize that the answers lie beyond us and beyond what our broken world can answer. Only a person who's life is lived in fear of the Lord can be saved from the brokenness of this world and their own heart. There are glimpses of beauty in this world that we can and should stop to appreciate, but the reality is that this world is not as it should be - it's broken. This is because our world isn’t doing what it was designed to do. Solomon felt this, too, because he lived in the same world we do "under the sun". If we're saying things like "This isn't fair" or "Where is the justice?", we have to realize that the answers lie beyond us and beyond what our broken world can answer. Only a person who's life is lived in fear of the Lord can be saved from the brokenness of this world and their own heart. There are glimpses of beauty in this world that we can and should stop to appreciate, but the reality is that this world is not as it should be - it's broken. This is because our world isn’t doing what it was designed to do. Solomon felt this, too, bec… Rod Ohmes 1840 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21607757/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_abrokenworldecclesiastes71518r/id/3493615.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21607757 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, content, contentment, money, wealth, greed, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:15-7:18, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#9 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 01:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes This text focuses on wealth, greed, and the search for contentment. Solomon makes clear that more wealth does not bring satisfaction. Why? First, because the love of money leads to all kinds of evil, including never-ending discontentment. The second reason that more and more wealth never brings contentment is a profound theological truth taught to us by the rappers of the 90’s: “mo money, mo problems”. The truth is if you love money, it’s going to cost you; it'll cost you relationships with friends and family, it’ll cost you sleep, and it'll cost you eternity if you don’t turn to Christ. If you make earthly riches your life’s pursuit, it will be a wasted life. Instead Ecclesiastes 5:18-20 show us a better way: enjoy the simple things in life, rejoice in your work, and be content with what you have. The key isn’t how much or how little you have, but rather how you view what you do have. In Christ we are free to recover God’s good design for how we use our money, to be content with what we have, to work hard, and to be generous with it. This text focuses on wealth, greed, and the search for contentment. Solomon makes clear that more wealth does not bring satisfaction. Why? First, because the love of money leads to all kinds of evil, including never-ending discontentment. The second reason that more and more wealth never brings contentment is a profound theological truth taught to us by the rappers of the 90’s: “mo money, mo problems”. The truth is if you love money, it’s going to cost you; it'll cost you relationships with friends and family, it’ll cost you sleep, and it'll cost you eternity if you don’t turn to Christ. If you make earthly riches your life’s pursuit, it will be a wasted life. Instead Ecclesiastes 5:18-20 show us a better way: enjoy the simple things in life, rejoice in your work, and be content with what you have. The key isn’t how much or how little you have, but rather how you view what you do have. In Christ we are free to recover God’s good design for how we use our money, to be content with what we have, to work hard, and to be generous with it. This text focuses on wealth, greed, and the search for contentment. Solomon makes clear that more wealth does not bring satisfaction. Why? First, because the love of money leads to all kinds of evil, including never-ending discontentment. The second re… Rod Ohmes 1950 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21600606/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_contentmentecclesiastes58612ro/id/3486969.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21600606 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ecclesiastes, content, contentment, money, wealth, greed, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:12, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#7 Mon, 25 May 2020 02:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ecclesiastes 5 starts with yet another attempt to try to find meaning in this life – religiosity (religiosity = religion without relationship). The "sacrifice of fools" is thinking that just going through religious motions wins the favor of God, but God has said all along that that kind of sacrifice/worship isn’t what He expects or wants (1 Samuel 15:22). We need to take our communication with God seriously, recognizing that He is God and we are not; He is in heaven and we are on earth. Ritualistic religiosity does not impress God – sincerity and faith do. We pray for a fresh view of God to be able to stand before Him in humility and bow before Him in awe. Ecclesiastes 5 starts with yet another attempt to try to find meaning in this life – religiosity (religiosity = religion without relationship). The "sacrifice of fools" is thinking that just going through religious motions wins the favor of God, but God has said all along that that kind of sacrifice/worship isn’t what He expects or wants (1 Samuel 15:22). We need to take our communication with God seriously, recognizing that He is God and we are not; He is in heaven and we are on earth. Ritualistic religiosity does not impress God – sincerity and faith do. We pray for a fresh view of God to be able to stand before Him in humility and bow before Him in awe. Ecclesiastes 5 starts with yet another attempt to try to find meaning in this life – religiosity (religiosity = religion without relationship). The "sacrifice of fools" is thinking that just going through religious motions wins the favor of God, but Go… Rod Ohmes 2261 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21597129/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_religiosityecclesiastes517rodo/id/3483640.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21597129 Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-5:7, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#6 Sun, 17 May 2020 17:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Ecclesiastes 4:4, the Preacher begins to tell us that while hard work is good (3:22), we shouldn't work hard out of jealousy of someone else or out of an attempt to fill a void in our life. Earthly stuff will never replace a relationship with Jesus. Instead of giving in to the trap of selfish striving and/or jealousy, a wise person will cooperate with others and lift other people up. We’re better together, especially as we represent Christ. The pursuit of earthly things is ultimately meaningless, but the things done for Christ last forever. In the context of work, what sets Christian’s apart is not only what we do, but why we do it. In Ecclesiastes 4:4, the Preacher begins to tell us that while hard work is good (3:22), we shouldn't work hard out of jealousy of someone else or out of an attempt to fill a void in our life. Earthly stuff will never replace a relationship with Jesus. Instead of giving in to the trap of selfish striving and/or jealousy, a wise person will cooperate with others and lift other people up. We’re better together, especially as we represent Christ. The pursuit of earthly things is ultimately meaningless, but the things done for Christ last forever. In the context of work, what sets Christian’s apart is not only what we do, but why we do it. In Ecclesiastes 4:4, the Preacher begins to tell us that while hard work is good (3:22), we shouldn't work hard out of jealousy of someone else or out of an attempt to fill a void in our life. Earthly stuff will never replace a relationship with Jesus.… Rod Ohmes 2402 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594278/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_envyfriendshipecclesiastes4416/id/3481173.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594278 Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4-4:16, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#5 Sun, 10 May 2020 17:13:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Even from an early age, there's something inside all of us that longs for and expects justice. That's why we say things like, "That's not fair!" This shouldn't come as a surprise to us because we were made in God's image, and God is a just God. Being an advocate for justice is a defining trait of a Christian. Make no mistake - believers will seek justice for the oppressed. However, losing ourselves in supporting a cause, or backing a political party, or resisting a system of government, will not bring our lives ultimate meaning. Those things can never be our true hope, because you were made to be satisfied in Jesus Christ alone. Pursue justice, show mercy, and push for change- but if you do these things without Christ it will all be vanity in the end. Even from an early age, there's something inside all of us that longs for and expects justice. That's why we say things like, "That's not fair!" This shouldn't come as a surprise to us because we were made in God's image, and God is a just God. Being an advocate for justice is a defining trait of a Christian. Make no mistake - believers will seek justice for the oppressed. However, losing ourselves in supporting a cause, or backing a political party, or resisting a system of government, will not bring our lives ultimate meaning. Those things can never be our true hope, because you were made to be satisfied in Jesus Christ alone. Pursue justice, show mercy, and push for change- but if you do these things without Christ it will all be vanity in the end. Even from an early age, there's something inside all of us that longs for and expects justice. That's why we say things like, "That's not fair!" This shouldn't come as a surprise to us because we were made in God's image, and God is a just God. Being… Rod Ohmes 2385 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594274/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_usticeecclesiastes31643rodohme/id/3481166.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594274 Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#4 Sun, 03 May 2020 17:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In our text today we see that there is a season/time for everything in life. God appoints the events of our lives as part of His much bigger, much wiser, but hidden plan. He stitches each season together like a master weaver creates a tapestry. The difference between whether we see our life as a mess or something beautiful is in our perspective. What you do with your life matters to God, and what Jesus did with His life matters to you. Everything is meaningless if you don’t have Jesus. But if you have Jesus, everything in life has meaning. In our text today we see that there is a season/time for everything in life. God appoints the events of our lives as part of His much bigger, much wiser, but hidden plan. He stitches each season together like a master weaver creates a tapestry. The difference between whether we see our life as a mess or something beautiful is in our perspective. What you do with your life matters to God, and what Jesus did with His life matters to you. Everything is meaningless if you don’t have Jesus. But if you have Jesus, everything in life has meaning. In our text today we see that there is a season/time for everything in life. God appoints the events of our lives as part of His much bigger, much wiser, but hidden plan. He stitches each season together like a master weaver creates a tapestry. The dif… Rod Ohmes 2115 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594273/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_timeecclesiastes3115rodohmes/id/3481071.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594273 Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3:15, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#3 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 17:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ecclesiastes 2:12-26 reminds us that the pursuit of wisdom and/or work cannot be ends in themselves any more than pleasure or self-indulgence. These things cannot be all this life is about. Listen especially to the words of Isaiah 44 and consider how ridiculous it is to burn half a tree for warmth and worship the other half as god. It's similarly ridiculous to give your heart/life to work (workaholism) and then expect God to bless the chasing of idols. We easily forget that every good gift we're given is meant to point us back to God as the Giver. Ecclesiastes 2:12-26 reminds us that the pursuit of wisdom and/or work cannot be ends in themselves any more than pleasure or self-indulgence. These things cannot be all this life is about. Listen especially to the words of Isaiah 44 and consider how ridiculous it is to burn half a tree for warmth and worship the other half as god. It's similarly ridiculous to give your heart/life to work (workaholism) and then expect God to bless the chasing of idols. We easily forget that every good gift we're given is meant to point us back to God as the Giver. Ecclesiastes 2:12-26 reminds us that the pursuit of wisdom and/or work cannot be ends in themselves any more than pleasure or self-indulgence. These things cannot be all this life is about. Listen especially to the words of Isaiah 44 and consider how … Rod Ohmes 1955 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594269/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wisdomworkecclesiastes21226rod/id/3480994.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594269 Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:12-2:26, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#2 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 16:31:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Pastor Jason leads us in looking more closely at Ecclesiastes 2:1-11. We believe the things we see have lasting value, but how do they stack up against the eternal things we cannot see? In truth, life apart from Christ is vanity. Pastor Jason leads us in looking more closely at Ecclesiastes 2:1-11. We believe the things we see have lasting value, but how do they stack up against the eternal things we cannot see? In truth, life apart from Christ is vanity. Pastor Jason leads us in looking more closely at Ecclesiastes 2:1-11. We believe the things we see have lasting value, but how do they stack up against the eternal things we cannot see? In truth, life apart from Christ is vanity.… Jason Hamilton 2467 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594254/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ecclesiastes2111asonhamilton/id/3480951.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21594254 Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-2:11, Series: Ecclesiastes: Part#1 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 19:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Exodus 6 we find that the Israelites have a problem, and it's not Pharaoh. Because their spirits were so broken by the Egyptian captors they could see, they believed something false about the God who they could not see. Their circumstances in the seen drove their belief in the unseen. But their circumstances were not a reflection of the truth of God’s enduring rescue plan, and the same holds true today. David encounters a national crisis of his own, and responds by instructing God's people to "flee to the banner" of the Lord, and to take refuge in His strength. For David in Psalm 60, the only hope for Israel was to rally to the banner of God’s protection. In Egypt during the Passover, Israel’s only hope was to take shelter under the blood of a lamb. For you & me today, the only hope is to take shelter under the blood of the perfect Lamb of God. Every day, Christians should joyfully proclaim the promise of God’s gift of deliverance, healing, and wholeness found in His Son. - Christ is our Passover Lamb - our covering, our refuge, our shelter in times of storm. In Exodus 6 we find that the Israelites have a problem, and it's not Pharaoh. Because their spirits were so broken by the Egyptian captors they could see, they believed something false about the God who they could not see. Their circumstances in the seen drove their belief in the unseen. But their circumstances were not a reflection of the truth of God’s enduring rescue plan, and the same holds true today. David encounters a national crisis of his own, and responds by instructing God's people to "flee to the banner" of the Lord, and to take refuge in His strength. For David in Psalm 60, the only hope for Israel was to rally to the banner of God’s protection. In Egypt during the Passover, Israel’s only hope was to take shelter under the blood of a lamb. For you & me today, the only hope is to take shelter under the blood of the perfect Lamb of God. Every day, Christians should joyfully proclaim the promise of God’s gift of deliverance, healing, and wholeness found in His Son. - Christ is our Passover Lamb - our covering, our refuge, our shelter in times of storm. In Exodus 6 we find that the Israelites have a problem, and it's not Pharaoh. Because their spirits were so broken by the Egyptian captors they could see, they believed something false about the God who they could not see. Their circumstances in the se… Rod Ohmes 1850 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21574299/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shelteraneastermessageofhopero/id/3462193.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21574299 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Easter, passover, lamb, blood, doorway, shelter, refuge, peace, Christ, resurrection, Scripture: Exodus 6:1-6:10, Psalms 60:1-60:5 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 19:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In Exodus 6 we find that the Israelites have a problem, and it's not Pharaoh. Because their spirits were so broken by the Egyptian captors they could see, they believed something false about the God who they could not see. Their circumstances in the seen drove their belief in the unseen. But their circumstances were not a reflection of the truth of God’s enduring rescue plan, and the same holds true today. David encounters a national crisis of his own, and responds by instructing God's people to "flee to the banner" of the Lord, and to take refuge in His strength. For David in Psalm 60, the only hope for Israel was to rally to the banner of God’s protection. In Egypt during the Passover, Israel’s only hope was to take shelter under the blood of a lamb. For you & me today, the only hope is to take shelter under the blood of the perfect Lamb of God. Every day, Christians should joyfully proclaim the promise of God’s gift of deliverance, healing, and wholeness found in His Son. - Christ is our Passover Lamb - our covering, our refuge, our shelter in times of storm. In Exodus 6 we find that the Israelites have a problem, and it's not Pharaoh. Because their spirits were so broken by the Egyptian captors they could see, they believed something false about the God who they could not see. Their circumstances in the seen drove their belief in the unseen. But their circumstances were not a reflection of the truth of God’s enduring rescue plan, and the same holds true today. David encounters a national crisis of his own, and responds by instructing God's people to "flee to the banner" of the Lord, and to take refuge in His strength. For David in Psalm 60, the only hope for Israel was to rally to the banner of God’s protection. In Egypt during the Passover, Israel’s only hope was to take shelter under the blood of a lamb. For you & me today, the only hope is to take shelter under the blood of the perfect Lamb of God. Every day, Christians should joyfully proclaim the promise of God’s gift of deliverance, healing, and wholeness found in His Son. - Christ is our Passover Lamb - our covering, our refuge, our shelter in times of storm. In Exodus 6 we find that the Israelites have a problem, and it's not Pharaoh. Because their spirits were so broken by the Egyptian captors they could see, they believed something false about the God who they could not see. Their circumstances in the se… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21574299/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_shelteraneastermessageofhopero/id/395947 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21574299 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Easter, passover, lamb, blood, doorway, shelter, refuge, peace, Christ, resurrection, Scripture: Exodus 6:1-6:10, Psalms 60:1-60:5 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 15:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Remember: there’s zero hint of despair or fear in Paul’s writing here because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. Fear isn’t found here – faith is, because we know God won. For the Christian, truth is essential. If Jesus is the truth and if the truth sets us free, then fastening on the belt of truth means living out the truth of Jesus, the truth of the Gospel. Put on the qualities that prove Christ is your real Master. Putting on the breastplate of righteousness is putting on the new-self more and more. It’s living out your new identity in Christ. If we truly believed God and His Word we would take up the shield of faith in all circumstances. Do you trust God? The enemy would love to make you question God’s love for you, the fullness of Christ’s sacrifice, or the permanency of your salvation. To resist the devil, we must be assured of our salvation. The Spirit is what makes the Word of God effective and powerful. Know it. Read it. Meditate on it. Memorize it. Pray it. Proclaim it. We are not only called to live out our faith, we are called to speak out about it. The Christian life is about both living the Gospel and speaking the Gospel. Remember: there’s zero hint of despair or fear in Paul’s writing here because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. Fear isn’t found here – faith is, because we know God won. For the Christian, truth is essential. If Jesus is the truth and if the truth sets us free, then fastening on the belt of truth means living out the truth of Jesus, the truth of the Gospel. Put on the qualities that prove Christ is your real Master. Putting on the breastplate of righteousness is putting on the new-self more and more. It’s living out your new identity in Christ. If we truly believed God and His Word we would take up the shield of faith in all circumstances. Do you trust God? The enemy would love to make you question God’s love for you, the fullness of Christ’s sacrifice, or the permanency of your salvation. To resist the devil, we must be assured of our salvation. The Spirit is what makes the Word of God effective and powerful. Know it. Read it. Meditate on it. Memorize it. Pray it. Proclaim it. We are not only called to live out our faith, we are called to speak out about it. The Christian life is about both living the Gospel and speaking the Gospel. Remember: there’s zero hint of despair or fear in Paul’s writing here because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. Fear isn’t found here – faith is, because we know God won. For the Chris… Rod Ohmes 2396 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21552631/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thebattlepart2ephesians61024ro/id/3443340.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21552631 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, battle, spiritual, warfare, armor, warrior, Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-6:24, Series: Ephesians: Part#24 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 15:50:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Remember: there’s zero hint of despair or fear in Paul’s writing here because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. Fear isn’t found here – faith is, because we know God won. For the Christian, truth is essential. If Jesus is the truth and if the truth sets us free, then fastening on the belt of truth means living out the truth of Jesus, the truth of the Gospel. Put on the qualities that prove Christ is your real Master. Putting on the breastplate of righteousness is putting on the new-self more and more. It’s living out your new identity in Christ. If we truly believed God and His Word we would take up the shield of faith in all circumstances. Do you trust God? The enemy would love to make you question God’s love for you, the fullness of Christ’s sacrifice, or the permanency of your salvation. To resist the devil, we must be assured of our salvation. The Spirit is what makes the Word of God effective and powerful. Know it. Read it. Meditate on it. Memorize it. Pray it. Proclaim it. We are not only called to live out our faith, we are called to speak out about it. The Christian life is about both living the Gospel and speaking the Gospel. Remember: there’s zero hint of despair or fear in Paul’s writing here because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. Fear isn’t found here – faith is, because we know God won. For the Christian, truth is essential. If Jesus is the truth and if the truth sets us free, then fastening on the belt of truth means living out the truth of Jesus, the truth of the Gospel. Put on the qualities that prove Christ is your real Master. Putting on the breastplate of righteousness is putting on the new-self more and more. It’s living out your new identity in Christ. If we truly believed God and His Word we would take up the shield of faith in all circumstances. Do you trust God? The enemy would love to make you question God’s love for you, the fullness of Christ’s sacrifice, or the permanency of your salvation. To resist the devil, we must be assured of our salvation. The Spirit is what makes the Word of God effective and powerful. Know it. Read it. Meditate on it. Memorize it. Pray it. Proclaim it. We are not only called to live out our faith, we are called to speak out about it. The Christian life is about both living the Gospel and speaking the Gospel. Remember: there’s zero hint of despair or fear in Paul’s writing here because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. Fear isn’t found here – faith is, because we know God won. For the Chris… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21552631/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thebattlepart2ephesians61024ro/id/394488 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21552631 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, battle, spiritual, warfare, armor, warrior, Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-6:24, Series: Ephesians: Part#24 Mon, 09 Mar 2020 03:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Paul starts talking about spiritual warfare and battle it might seem like it’s coming out of left field, but Paul has actually been talking about the pieces of the armor throughout Ephesians by describing what normal Christianity looks like. He writes to believers in hope and expectation and confidence because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. If Christ fills all in all, then that certainly includes Christians. The One who has everything under His feet fills every believer. Paul has been talking about the relational challenge on the person-to-person level, but now he shifts our thinking to the cosmic and spiritual battle that exists. He reminds us that we are not the one who needs to be strong in battle, we are to be the ones who exercise faith in battle. Since we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, Paul reminds us not to let our attention be diverted from the real enemy to people. The only way to do spiritual battle with the forces of evil is to make a stand in God’s armor with God’s strength. When Paul starts talking about spiritual warfare and battle it might seem like it’s coming out of left field, but Paul has actually been talking about the pieces of the armor throughout Ephesians by describing what normal Christianity looks like. He writes to believers in hope and expectation and confidence because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. If Christ fills all in all, then that certainly includes Christians. The One who has everything under His feet fills every believer. Paul has been talking about the relational challenge on the person-to-person level, but now he shifts our thinking to the cosmic and spiritual battle that exists. He reminds us that we are not the one who needs to be strong in battle, we are to be the ones who exercise faith in battle. Since we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, Paul reminds us not to let our attention be diverted from the real enemy to people. The only way to do spiritual battle with the forces of evil is to make a stand in God’s armor with God’s strength. When Paul starts talking about spiritual warfare and battle it might seem like it’s coming out of left field, but Paul has actually been talking about the pieces of the armor throughout Ephesians by describing what normal Christianity looks like. He wr… Rod Ohmes 2316 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548375/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thebattlepart1ephesians61024ro/id/3439495.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548375 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, battle, spiritual, warfare, armor, warrior, Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-6:24, Series: Ephesians: Part#23 Mon, 09 Mar 2020 03:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When Paul starts talking about spiritual warfare and battle it might seem like it’s coming out of left field, but Paul has actually been talking about the pieces of the armor throughout Ephesians by describing what normal Christianity looks like. He writes to believers in hope and expectation and confidence because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. If Christ fills all in all, then that certainly includes Christians. The One who has everything under His feet fills every believer. Paul has been talking about the relational challenge on the person-to-person level, but now he shifts our thinking to the cosmic and spiritual battle that exists. He reminds us that we are not the one who needs to be strong in battle, we are to be the ones who exercise faith in battle. Since we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, Paul reminds us not to let our attention be diverted from the real enemy to people. The only way to do spiritual battle with the forces of evil is to make a stand in God’s armor with God’s strength. When Paul starts talking about spiritual warfare and battle it might seem like it’s coming out of left field, but Paul has actually been talking about the pieces of the armor throughout Ephesians by describing what normal Christianity looks like. He writes to believers in hope and expectation and confidence because no matter what happens in this life, the war has already been won on the cross & in the empty tomb. If Christ fills all in all, then that certainly includes Christians. The One who has everything under His feet fills every believer. Paul has been talking about the relational challenge on the person-to-person level, but now he shifts our thinking to the cosmic and spiritual battle that exists. He reminds us that we are not the one who needs to be strong in battle, we are to be the ones who exercise faith in battle. Since we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, Paul reminds us not to let our attention be diverted from the real enemy to people. The only way to do spiritual battle with the forces of evil is to make a stand in God’s armor with God’s strength. When Paul starts talking about spiritual warfare and battle it might seem like it’s coming out of left field, but Paul has actually been talking about the pieces of the armor throughout Ephesians by describing what normal Christianity looks like. He wr… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548375/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thebattlepart1ephesians61024ro/id/394031 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548375 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, battle, spiritual, warfare, armor, warrior, Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-6:24, Series: Ephesians: Part#23 Mon, 02 Mar 2020 03:32:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Apologies for the poor audio - we changed sound boards & needed to tweak some settings* What we know of God & how He deals with people should drive how we deal with people. In order to spread the Gospel effectively, Paul instructs believing servants to treat their masters as they would treat Jesus, and believing masters to treat their servants as they would treat Jesus. Whether servant or master, treat the other as if they were Christ. Do your work as if you’re doing it for Jesus. Lead those under you as if you will have to answer to a higher authority. Christians work with a good attitude because they know they are working for Christ. Christ lives in us, so we do our work unto Christ and we do our work through Christ. Be sure that your worth is not connected to the position you have at work. Christians should relate to people differently in the workplace because our jobs don’t determine our value – Christ does. There are lots of things about your job that you cannot control. But what you can control is how you understand your worth, who you work for [Christ], and what kind of job you do in your workplace. *Apologies for the poor audio - we changed sound boards & needed to tweak some settings* What we know of God & how He deals with people should drive how we deal with people. In order to spread the Gospel effectively, Paul instructs believing servants to treat their masters as they would treat Jesus, and believing masters to treat their servants as they would treat Jesus. Whether servant or master, treat the other as if they were Christ. Do your work as if you’re doing it for Jesus. Lead those under you as if you will have to answer to a higher authority. Christians work with a good attitude because they know they are working for Christ. Christ lives in us, so we do our work unto Christ and we do our work through Christ. Be sure that your worth is not connected to the position you have at work. Christians should relate to people differently in the workplace because our jobs don’t determine our value – Christ does. There are lots of things about your job that you cannot control. But what you can control is how you understand your worth, who you work for [Christ], and what kind of job you do in your workplace. *Apologies for the poor audio - we changed sound boards & needed to tweak some settings* What we know of God & how He deals with people should drive how we deal with people. In order to spread the Gospel effectively, Paul instructs believing servants … Rod Ohmes 2400 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548374/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christlikeworkplaceephesians65/id/3439464.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548374 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, servant, slave, master, boss, employee, mutual, servant, leader, leadership, Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-6:9, Series: Ephesians: Part#22 Mon, 02 Mar 2020 03:32:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes *Apologies for the poor audio - we changed sound boards & needed to tweak some settings* What we know of God & how He deals with people should drive how we deal with people. In order to spread the Gospel effectively, Paul instructs believing servants to treat their masters as they would treat Jesus, and believing masters to treat their servants as they would treat Jesus. Whether servant or master, treat the other as if they were Christ. Do your work as if you’re doing it for Jesus. Lead those under you as if you will have to answer to a higher authority. Christians work with a good attitude because they know they are working for Christ. Christ lives in us, so we do our work unto Christ and we do our work through Christ. Be sure that your worth is not connected to the position you have at work. Christians should relate to people differently in the workplace because our jobs don’t determine our value – Christ does. There are lots of things about your job that you cannot control. But what you can control is how you understand your worth, who you work for [Christ], and what kind of job you do in your workplace. *Apologies for the poor audio - we changed sound boards & needed to tweak some settings* What we know of God & how He deals with people should drive how we deal with people. In order to spread the Gospel effectively, Paul instructs believing servants to treat their masters as they would treat Jesus, and believing masters to treat their servants as they would treat Jesus. Whether servant or master, treat the other as if they were Christ. Do your work as if you’re doing it for Jesus. Lead those under you as if you will have to answer to a higher authority. Christians work with a good attitude because they know they are working for Christ. Christ lives in us, so we do our work unto Christ and we do our work through Christ. Be sure that your worth is not connected to the position you have at work. Christians should relate to people differently in the workplace because our jobs don’t determine our value – Christ does. There are lots of things about your job that you cannot control. But what you can control is how you understand your worth, who you work for [Christ], and what kind of job you do in your workplace. *Apologies for the poor audio - we changed sound boards & needed to tweak some settings* What we know of God & how He deals with people should drive how we deal with people. In order to spread the Gospel effectively, Paul instructs believing servants … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548374/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christlikeworkplaceephesians65/id/394027 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21548374 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, servant, slave, master, boss, employee, mutual, servant, leader, leadership, Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-6:9, Series: Ephesians: Part#22 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 20:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If how we raise our kids mirrors that of everyone else in the world, we’re on the wrong track, and if our parenting methods looks just like those of non-Christian homes, we really need to repent and determine - by God’s grace - to do it His way. Submitting and loving and obeying are all things Christians do when they are filled with the Spirit. When talking specifically to kids, Paul tells them that being filled with the Spirit as a child begins with obedience. Obedience is the soil from which the fruit of the Spirit grow. Obedience is a fitting response to a parent’s instruction. Parents show biblical love for their kids when they occupy positions of authority in their homes as God instructs. Kids should obey their parents because they want to please Jesus. God’s blessings flow to the child who obeys & honors their parents. What is the ultimate hope of a parent's godly instruction in the home? To point their children to Jesus If how we raise our kids mirrors that of everyone else in the world, we’re on the wrong track, and if our parenting methods looks just like those of non-Christian homes, we really need to repent and determine - by God’s grace - to do it His way. Submitting and loving and obeying are all things Christians do when they are filled with the Spirit. When talking specifically to kids, Paul tells them that being filled with the Spirit as a child begins with obedience. Obedience is the soil from which the fruit of the Spirit grow. Obedience is a fitting response to a parent’s instruction. Parents show biblical love for their kids when they occupy positions of authority in their homes as God instructs. Kids should obey their parents because they want to please Jesus. God’s blessings flow to the child who obeys & honors their parents. What is the ultimate hope of a parent's godly instruction in the home? To point their children to Jesus If how we raise our kids mirrors that of everyone else in the world, we’re on the wrong track, and if our parenting methods looks just like those of non-Christian homes, we really need to repent and determine - by God’s grace - to do it His way. Submit… Rod Ohmes 2708 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536497/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christlikefamiliesephesians614/id/3439392.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536497 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, father, mother, children, obedience, long life, love, respect, Christ, train, disciple, Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-6:4, Series: Ephesians: Part#21 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 20:29:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If how we raise our kids mirrors that of everyone else in the world, we’re on the wrong track, and if our parenting methods looks just like those of non-Christian homes, we really need to repent and determine - by God’s grace - to do it His way. Submitting and loving and obeying are all things Christians do when they are filled with the Spirit. When talking specifically to kids, Paul tells them that being filled with the Spirit as a child begins with obedience. Obedience is the soil from which the fruit of the Spirit grow. Obedience is a fitting response to a parent’s instruction. Parents show biblical love for their kids when they occupy positions of authority in their homes as God instructs. Kids should obey their parents because they want to please Jesus. God’s blessings flow to the child who obeys & honors their parents. What is the ultimate hope of a parent's godly instruction in the home? To point their children to Jesus If how we raise our kids mirrors that of everyone else in the world, we’re on the wrong track, and if our parenting methods looks just like those of non-Christian homes, we really need to repent and determine - by God’s grace - to do it His way. Submitting and loving and obeying are all things Christians do when they are filled with the Spirit. When talking specifically to kids, Paul tells them that being filled with the Spirit as a child begins with obedience. Obedience is the soil from which the fruit of the Spirit grow. Obedience is a fitting response to a parent’s instruction. Parents show biblical love for their kids when they occupy positions of authority in their homes as God instructs. Kids should obey their parents because they want to please Jesus. God’s blessings flow to the child who obeys & honors their parents. What is the ultimate hope of a parent's godly instruction in the home? To point their children to Jesus If how we raise our kids mirrors that of everyone else in the world, we’re on the wrong track, and if our parenting methods looks just like those of non-Christian homes, we really need to repent and determine - by God’s grace - to do it His way. Submit… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536497/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christlikefamiliesephesians614/id/394020 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536497 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, father, mother, children, obedience, long life, love, respect, Christ, train, disciple, Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-6:4, Series: Ephesians: Part#21 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 20:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Our marriages should produce the mutual joy of both husband and wife, but that’s not the primary or only thing a marriage is for. Submitting, loving, & obeying are all descriptions of what people do when they are filled with the Spirit. If you only obey God when your spouse obeys Him first, you will never consistently obey God. Getting stuck in that kind of cycle can cause us to convince ourselves that God wants something for us that His Word forbids, denying the truth because it doesn’t fit into our perception of reality. We desperately need the Spirit for unity, harmony, & peace in our marriages. The true meaning of marriage had been concealed in times past, but now God was saying that marriage is a picture of Christ and the church. The original and deeper truth is God’s marriage to His people, and now it's being revealed through Christ’s marriage to the church. The copy is what we see in human marriage between a husband and a wife. The church submits to Christ in all things because He is worthy of submission based on His life & sacrifice. Husbands – how we lead our wives is supposed to picture this. The church willingly submits to Christ in response to His loving leadership. While both husbands and wives are responsible for their own obedience to Christ, husbands should be the ones to take the initiative and set the spiritual tone by how they lead. Husbands don't sanctify or cleanse their wives spiritually; this is all meant to point us to Christ. Everything goes back to Him. And marriage is intended to point us to our Redeemer & Savior, Jesus Christ. Our marriages should produce the mutual joy of both husband and wife, but that’s not the primary or only thing a marriage is for. Submitting, loving, & obeying are all descriptions of what people do when they are filled with the Spirit. If you only obey God when your spouse obeys Him first, you will never consistently obey God. Getting stuck in that kind of cycle can cause us to convince ourselves that God wants something for us that His Word forbids, denying the truth because it doesn’t fit into our perception of reality. We desperately need the Spirit for unity, harmony, & peace in our marriages. The true meaning of marriage had been concealed in times past, but now God was saying that marriage is a picture of Christ and the church. The original and deeper truth is God’s marriage to His people, and now it's being revealed through Christ’s marriage to the church. The copy is what we see in human marriage between a husband and a wife. The church submits to Christ in all things because He is worthy of submission based on His life & sacrifice. Husbands – how we lead our wives is supposed to picture this. The church willingly submits to Christ in response to His loving leadership. While both husbands and wives are responsible for their own obedience to Christ, husbands should be the ones to take the initiative and set the spiritual tone by how they lead. Husbands don't sanctify or cleanse their wives spiritually; this is all meant to point us to Christ. Everything goes back to Him. And marriage is intended to point us to our Redeemer & Savior, Jesus Christ. Our marriages should produce the mutual joy of both husband and wife, but that’s not the primary or only thing a marriage is for. Submitting, loving, & obeying are all descriptions of what people do when they are filled with the Spirit. If you only o… Rod Ohmes 2783 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536488/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christlikemarriagepart2ephesia/id/3428603.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536488 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, marriage, husband, wife, love, submission, mutual, servant, leader, leadership, cherish, nourish, Christ, church, , Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-5:33, Series: Ephesians: Part#20 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 20:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Our marriages should produce the mutual joy of both husband and wife, but that’s not the primary or only thing a marriage is for. Submitting, loving, & obeying are all descriptions of what people do when they are filled with the Spirit. If you only obey God when your spouse obeys Him first, you will never consistently obey God. Getting stuck in that kind of cycle can cause us to convince ourselves that God wants something for us that His Word forbids, denying the truth because it doesn’t fit into our perception of reality. We desperately need the Spirit for unity, harmony, & peace in our marriages. The true meaning of marriage had been concealed in times past, but now God was saying that marriage is a picture of Christ and the church. The original and deeper truth is God’s marriage to His people, and now it's being revealed through Christ’s marriage to the church. The copy is what we see in human marriage between a husband and a wife. The church submits to Christ in all things because He is worthy of submission based on His life & sacrifice. Husbands – how we lead our wives is supposed to picture this. The church willingly submits to Christ in response to His loving leadership. While both husbands and wives are responsible for their own obedience to Christ, husbands should be the ones to take the initiative and set the spiritual tone by how they lead. Husbands don't sanctify or cleanse their wives spiritually; this is all meant to point us to Christ. Everything goes back to Him. And marriage is intended to point us to our Redeemer & Savior, Jesus Christ. Our marriages should produce the mutual joy of both husband and wife, but that’s not the primary or only thing a marriage is for. Submitting, loving, & obeying are all descriptions of what people do when they are filled with the Spirit. If you only obey God when your spouse obeys Him first, you will never consistently obey God. Getting stuck in that kind of cycle can cause us to convince ourselves that God wants something for us that His Word forbids, denying the truth because it doesn’t fit into our perception of reality. We desperately need the Spirit for unity, harmony, & peace in our marriages. The true meaning of marriage had been concealed in times past, but now God was saying that marriage is a picture of Christ and the church. The original and deeper truth is God’s marriage to His people, and now it's being revealed through Christ’s marriage to the church. The copy is what we see in human marriage between a husband and a wife. The church submits to Christ in all things because He is worthy of submission based on His life & sacrifice. Husbands – how we lead our wives is supposed to picture this. The church willingly submits to Christ in response to His loving leadership. While both husbands and wives are responsible for their own obedience to Christ, husbands should be the ones to take the initiative and set the spiritual tone by how they lead. Husbands don't sanctify or cleanse their wives spiritually; this is all meant to point us to Christ. Everything goes back to Him. And marriage is intended to point us to our Redeemer & Savior, Jesus Christ. Our marriages should produce the mutual joy of both husband and wife, but that’s not the primary or only thing a marriage is for. Submitting, loving, & obeying are all descriptions of what people do when they are filled with the Spirit. If you only o… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536488/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christlikemarriagepart2ephesia/id/393093 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21536488 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, marriage, husband, wife, love, submission, mutual, servant, leader, leadership, cherish, nourish, Christ, church, , Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-5:33, Series: Ephesians: Part#20 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 18:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Christians and non-Christians alike are confused about what love is, what commitment is, about gender, sexual attraction, marriage, headship, submission, and what a godly family is supposed to look like. Satan would love to cause the crumbling of the foundation of God’s purpose & plan for marriage. The health of our marriages today affects generations to come. The problem is not with God or the institution of marriage – the problem lies with us because we would often rather be ruled by our feelings than the truth of Scripture. We need to read what God says about marriage and let that settle the inward & outward debates of how marriage should work. - The Bible determines how we interact with our spouses, not the culture, history, psychology, our circle of friends, & not our feelings. Marriage is rooted in covenant keeping. It is designed to be a picture of something deeper: Christ & the church [v32]. Christ is the ultimate covenant-keeper, and marriage is a picture of this. We don’t need to deny mutual submission in order to affirm the importance of the unique roles of husband and wife in marriage. Mutual submission & mutual servanthood do not cancel out the reality of leadership. Submission and love flow out of the finished work of Christ. Jesus submitted Himself to the will of the Father & loved His bride - the church - enough to die for her. The things husbands & wives are called to do in marriage are things that Jesus has already done for believers! There is hope for hurting marriages because Christ still loves His church. He has not given up on her, and so we know He has not given up on our marriages either. Whether you are called to willingly submit to or sacrificially love your spouse, if you are in Christ you are capable of doing it because of God's Spirit that’s within you. Christians and non-Christians alike are confused about what love is, what commitment is, about gender, sexual attraction, marriage, headship, submission, and what a godly family is supposed to look like. Satan would love to cause the crumbling of the foundation of God’s purpose & plan for marriage. The health of our marriages today affects generations to come. The problem is not with God or the institution of marriage – the problem lies with us because we would often rather be ruled by our feelings than the truth of Scripture. We need to read what God says about marriage and let that settle the inward & outward debates of how marriage should work. - The Bible determines how we interact with our spouses, not the culture, history, psychology, our circle of friends, & not our feelings. Marriage is rooted in covenant keeping. It is designed to be a picture of something deeper: Christ & the church [v32]. Christ is the ultimate covenant-keeper, and marriage is a picture of this. We don’t need to deny mutual submission in order to affirm the importance of the unique roles of husband and wife in marriage. Mutual submission & mutual servanthood do not cancel out the reality of leadership. Submission and love flow out of the finished work of Christ. Jesus submitted Himself to the will of the Father & loved His bride - the church - enough to die for her. The things husbands & wives are called to do in marriage are things that Jesus has already done for believers! There is hope for hurting marriages because Christ still loves His church. He has not given up on her, and so we know He has not given up on our marriages either. Whether you are called to willingly submit to or sacrificially love your spouse, if you are in Christ you are capable of doing it because of God's Spirit that’s within you. Christians and non-Christians alike are confused about what love is, what commitment is, about gender, sexual attraction, marriage, headship, submission, and what a godly family is supposed to look like. Satan would love to cause the crumbling of the f… Rod Ohmes 2186 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21532530/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christlikemarriagepart1ephesia/id/3424686.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21532530 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, marriage, husband, wife, love, submission, mutual, servant, Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-5:33, Series: Ephesians: Part#19 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 18:35:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Christians and non-Christians alike are confused about what love is, what commitment is, about gender, sexual attraction, marriage, headship, submission, and what a godly family is supposed to look like. Satan would love to cause the crumbling of the foundation of God’s purpose & plan for marriage. The health of our marriages today affects generations to come. The problem is not with God or the institution of marriage – the problem lies with us because we would often rather be ruled by our feelings than the truth of Scripture. We need to read what God says about marriage and let that settle the inward & outward debates of how marriage should work. - The Bible determines how we interact with our spouses, not the culture, history, psychology, our circle of friends, & not our feelings. Marriage is rooted in covenant keeping. It is designed to be a picture of something deeper: Christ & the church [v32]. Christ is the ultimate covenant-keeper, and marriage is a picture of this. We don’t need to deny mutual submission in order to affirm the importance of the unique roles of husband and wife in marriage. Mutual submission & mutual servanthood do not cancel out the reality of leadership. Submission and love flow out of the finished work of Christ. Jesus submitted Himself to the will of the Father & loved His bride - the church - enough to die for her. The things husbands & wives are called to do in marriage are things that Jesus has already done for believers! There is hope for hurting marriages because Christ still loves His church. He has not given up on her, and so we know He has not given up on our marriages either. Whether you are called to willingly submit to or sacrificially love your spouse, if you are in Christ you are capable of doing it because of God's Spirit that’s within you. Christians and non-Christians alike are confused about what love is, what commitment is, about gender, sexual attraction, marriage, headship, submission, and what a godly family is supposed to look like. Satan would love to cause the crumbling of the foundation of God’s purpose & plan for marriage. The health of our marriages today affects generations to come. The problem is not with God or the institution of marriage – the problem lies with us because we would often rather be ruled by our feelings than the truth of Scripture. We need to read what God says about marriage and let that settle the inward & outward debates of how marriage should work. - The Bible determines how we interact with our spouses, not the culture, history, psychology, our circle of friends, & not our feelings. Marriage is rooted in covenant keeping. It is designed to be a picture of something deeper: Christ & the church [v32]. Christ is the ultimate covenant-keeper, and marriage is a picture of this. We don’t need to deny mutual submission in order to affirm the importance of the unique roles of husband and wife in marriage. Mutual submission & mutual servanthood do not cancel out the reality of leadership. Submission and love flow out of the finished work of Christ. Jesus submitted Himself to the will of the Father & loved His bride - the church - enough to die for her. The things husbands & wives are called to do in marriage are things that Jesus has already done for believers! There is hope for hurting marriages because Christ still loves His church. He has not given up on her, and so we know He has not given up on our marriages either. Whether you are called to willingly submit to or sacrificially love your spouse, if you are in Christ you are capable of doing it because of God's Spirit that’s within you. Christians and non-Christians alike are confused about what love is, what commitment is, about gender, sexual attraction, marriage, headship, submission, and what a godly family is supposed to look like. Satan would love to cause the crumbling of the f… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21532530/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christlikemarriagepart1ephesia/id/392743 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21532530 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, marriage, husband, wife, love, submission, mutual, servant, Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-5:33, Series: Ephesians: Part#19 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 16:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Circumspect (KJV word) = “careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences”. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise…” Paul says. We should work at being so connected with Jesus Christ that our relationship with Him touches & shapes every step that we take. The time that could slip away into uselessness we scoop up and rescue in order to use for good. Walking in wisdom means we don’t regularly waste away our time. We live in dark days, and so we must passionately shine our light while we can. Our new life in Christ affects our relationships with other people: - Eph. 2:11-22 – our relationships with one another are now different - Eph. 5:22-33 – our relationships with our spouses are different - Eph. 6:1-4 – our relationships with our kids are different - Eph. 6:5-9 – our relationships in the workplace are now different - Eph. 6:10-24 – our relationship with the world is now different Only through Christ can we have healthy relationships. The word that the ESV translates “debauchery” [v.18] is a broader term that encompasses many aspects of unholy living, including but not limited to sexual immorality, drunkenness, crude talk, and generally out-of-control behavior (Timothy & Peter use the word “riotous”). Paul’s instructions about alcohol appear in a conversation about how being "in Christ" changes everything, including our relationships with others. It’s a continuation of God’s instruction to the church on one-anothering. The wise person will not be filled with alcohol or sexual immorality or idolatry, because you cannot be filled with the Spirit if you are already full of those things. It is never God’s will for a Christian to be drunk. The only way for Christ to increase is for us to decrease. Submit means “to arrange under”. We submit to other people because there is a biblical order to godly authority; we submit to others because Christ is the ultimate authority over our lives. Husbands & employers & parents don’t hold places of authority to subjugate those under them, they are in places of authority because God put them there and so God can humble them to go serve in love. At the core, any submission is a result of “reverence for Christ” [v.21]. If we don't revere (respect, submit to) the authority of Jesus, we will not submit to any earthly authority either, which is an evidence of how much (or how little) we are filled with the Spirit. Circumspect (KJV word) = “careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences”. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise…” Paul says. We should work at being so connected with Jesus Christ that our relationship with Him touches & shapes every step that we take. The time that could slip away into uselessness we scoop up and rescue in order to use for good. Walking in wisdom means we don’t regularly waste away our time. We live in dark days, and so we must passionately shine our light while we can. Our new life in Christ affects our relationships with other people: - Eph. 2:11-22 – our relationships with one another are now different - Eph. 5:22-33 – our relationships with our spouses are different - Eph. 6:1-4 – our relationships with our kids are different - Eph. 6:5-9 – our relationships in the workplace are now different - Eph. 6:10-24 – our relationship with the world is now different Only through Christ can we have healthy relationships. The word that the ESV translates “debauchery” [v.18] is a broader term that encompasses many aspects of unholy living, including but not limited to sexual immorality, drunkenness, crude talk, and generally out-of-control behavior (Timothy & Peter use the word “riotous”). Paul’s instructions about alcohol appear in a conversation about how being "in Christ" changes everything, including our relationships with others. It’s a continuation of God’s instruction to the church on one-anothering. The wise person will not be filled with alcohol or sexual immorality or idolatry, because you cannot be filled with the Spirit if you are already full of those things. It is never God’s will for a Christian to be drunk. The only way for Christ to increase is for us to decrease. Submit means “to arrange under”. We submit to other people because there is a biblical order to godly authority; we submit to others because Christ is the ultimate authority over our lives. Husbands & employers & parents don’t hold places of authority to subjugate those under them, they are in places of authority because God put them there and so God can humble them to go serve in love. At the core, any submission is a result of “reverence for Christ” [v.21]. If we don't revere (respect, submit to) the authority of Jesus, we will not submit to any earthly authority either, which is an evidence of how much (or how little) we are filled with the Spirit. Circumspect (KJV word) = “careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences”. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise…” Paul says. We should work at being so connected with Jesus Christ that our relationship with Him … Rod Ohmes 2200 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21528783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkinwisdomephesians51521rodo/id/3421048.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21528783 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, sin, redemption, sanctification, wisdom, submission, song, music, singing, church, authority, Spirit-fi, Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-5:21, Series: Ephesians: Part#18 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 16:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Circumspect (KJV word) = “careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences”. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise…” Paul says. We should work at being so connected with Jesus Christ that our relationship with Him touches & shapes every step that we take. The time that could slip away into uselessness we scoop up and rescue in order to use for good. Walking in wisdom means we don’t regularly waste away our time. We live in dark days, and so we must passionately shine our light while we can. Our new life in Christ affects our relationships with other people: - Eph. 2:11-22 – our relationships with one another are now different - Eph. 5:22-33 – our relationships with our spouses are different - Eph. 6:1-4 – our relationships with our kids are different - Eph. 6:5-9 – our relationships in the workplace are now different - Eph. 6:10-24 – our relationship with the world is now different Only through Christ can we have healthy relationships. The word that the ESV translates “debauchery” [v.18] is a broader term that encompasses many aspects of unholy living, including but not limited to sexual immorality, drunkenness, crude talk, and generally out-of-control behavior (Timothy & Peter use the word “riotous”). Paul’s instructions about alcohol appear in a conversation about how being "in Christ" changes everything, including our relationships with others. It’s a continuation of God’s instruction to the church on one-anothering. The wise person will not be filled with alcohol or sexual immorality or idolatry, because you cannot be filled with the Spirit if you are already full of those things. It is never God’s will for a Christian to be drunk. The only way for Christ to increase is for us to decrease. Submit means “to arrange under”. We submit to other people because there is a biblical order to godly authority; we submit to others because Christ is the ultimate authority over our lives. Husbands & employers & parents don’t hold places of authority to subjugate those under them, they are in places of authority because God put them there and so God can humble them to go serve in love. At the core, any submission is a result of “reverence for Christ” [v.21]. If we don't revere (respect, submit to) the authority of Jesus, we will not submit to any earthly authority either, which is an evidence of how much (or how little) we are filled with the Spirit. Circumspect (KJV word) = “careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences”. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise…” Paul says. We should work at being so connected with Jesus Christ that our relationship with Him touches & shapes every step that we take. The time that could slip away into uselessness we scoop up and rescue in order to use for good. Walking in wisdom means we don’t regularly waste away our time. We live in dark days, and so we must passionately shine our light while we can. Our new life in Christ affects our relationships with other people: - Eph. 2:11-22 – our relationships with one another are now different - Eph. 5:22-33 – our relationships with our spouses are different - Eph. 6:1-4 – our relationships with our kids are different - Eph. 6:5-9 – our relationships in the workplace are now different - Eph. 6:10-24 – our relationship with the world is now different Only through Christ can we have healthy relationships. The word that the ESV translates “debauchery” [v.18] is a broader term that encompasses many aspects of unholy living, including but not limited to sexual immorality, drunkenness, crude talk, and generally out-of-control behavior (Timothy & Peter use the word “riotous”). Paul’s instructions about alcohol appear in a conversation about how being "in Christ" changes everything, including our relationships with others. It’s a continuation of God’s instruction to the church on one-anothering. The wise person will not be filled with alcohol or sexual immorality or idolatry, because you cannot be filled with the Spirit if you are already full of those things. It is never God’s will for a Christian to be drunk. The only way for Christ to increase is for us to decrease. Submit means “to arrange under”. We submit to other people because there is a biblical order to godly authority; we submit to others because Christ is the ultimate authority over our lives. Husbands & employers & parents don’t hold places of authority to subjugate those under them, they are in places of authority because God put them there and so God can humble them to go serve in love. At the core, any submission is a result of “reverence for Christ” [v.21]. If we don't revere (respect, submit to) the authority of Jesus, we will not submit to any earthly authority either, which is an evidence of how much (or how little) we are filled with the Spirit. Circumspect (KJV word) = “careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences”. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise…” Paul says. We should work at being so connected with Jesus Christ that our relationship with Him … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21528783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_walkinwisdomephesians51521rodo/id/392394 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21528783 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, sin, redemption, sanctification, wisdom, submission, song, music, singing, church, authority, Spirit-fi, Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-5:21, Series: Ephesians: Part#18 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 22:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Every one of us is born into darkness due to a fatal sin problem, but we believe a relationship with Jesus cures every person who believes. Salvation in Christ alone is the cure. So Paul now calls believers to become who they are - light in the Lord. Because Jesus loved us and gave Himself up for us, we are expected to live differently. The church is commanded to hold each other accountable and discipline each other out of and away from sexual sin [1 Cor. 5]. If a person calls themselves a brother or sister and continues in blatant and open immorality, the church has to take action. And when action is taken, it is to be done with love as the motivation and reconciliation as the goal, otherwise we're doing it wrong. To pursue the selfish and sinful desires of our hearts rather than God's will is idolatry. Are the desires of your heart leading towards Jesus, or away from Him? People who are walking in the light will not speak the way people of the world speak. Instead of being known for corrupt speech, Christians should be known for giving thanks. You display the fruit of walking in light by not participating in the works of darkness. There is transforming power in the light of Christ. Don’t fear the light of truth – run into it. With it comes healing, restoration, forgiveness, and freedom! Every one of us is born into darkness due to a fatal sin problem, but we believe a relationship with Jesus cures every person who believes. Salvation in Christ alone is the cure. So Paul now calls believers to become who they are - light in the Lord. Because Jesus loved us and gave Himself up for us, we are expected to live differently. The church is commanded to hold each other accountable and discipline each other out of and away from sexual sin [1 Cor. 5]. If a person calls themselves a brother or sister and continues in blatant and open immorality, the church has to take action. And when action is taken, it is to be done with love as the motivation and reconciliation as the goal, otherwise we're doing it wrong. To pursue the selfish and sinful desires of our hearts rather than God's will is idolatry. Are the desires of your heart leading towards Jesus, or away from Him? People who are walking in the light will not speak the way people of the world speak. Instead of being known for corrupt speech, Christians should be known for giving thanks. You display the fruit of walking in light by not participating in the works of darkness. There is transforming power in the light of Christ. Don’t fear the light of truth – run into it. With it comes healing, restoration, forgiveness, and freedom! Every one of us is born into darkness due to a fatal sin problem, but we believe a relationship with Jesus cures every person who believes. Salvation in Christ alone is the cure. So Paul now calls believers to become who they are - light in the Lord. … Rod Ohmes 2674 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21526274/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkinlightephesians5314rodohm/id/3418665.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21526274 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, old self, new self, change, live, light, life, darkness, sin, redemption, holy, sanctification, Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-5:14, 1 Corinthians 5:9-5:13, Romans 8:28-8:30, Series: Ephesians: Part#17 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 22:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Every one of us is born into darkness due to a fatal sin problem, but we believe a relationship with Jesus cures every person who believes. Salvation in Christ alone is the cure. So Paul now calls believers to become who they are - light in the Lord. Because Jesus loved us and gave Himself up for us, we are expected to live differently. The church is commanded to hold each other accountable and discipline each other out of and away from sexual sin [1 Cor. 5]. If a person calls themselves a brother or sister and continues in blatant and open immorality, the church has to take action. And when action is taken, it is to be done with love as the motivation and reconciliation as the goal, otherwise we're doing it wrong. To pursue the selfish and sinful desires of our hearts rather than God's will is idolatry. Are the desires of your heart leading towards Jesus, or away from Him? People who are walking in the light will not speak the way people of the world speak. Instead of being known for corrupt speech, Christians should be known for giving thanks. You display the fruit of walking in light by not participating in the works of darkness. There is transforming power in the light of Christ. Don’t fear the light of truth – run into it. With it comes healing, restoration, forgiveness, and freedom! Every one of us is born into darkness due to a fatal sin problem, but we believe a relationship with Jesus cures every person who believes. Salvation in Christ alone is the cure. So Paul now calls believers to become who they are - light in the Lord. Because Jesus loved us and gave Himself up for us, we are expected to live differently. The church is commanded to hold each other accountable and discipline each other out of and away from sexual sin [1 Cor. 5]. If a person calls themselves a brother or sister and continues in blatant and open immorality, the church has to take action. And when action is taken, it is to be done with love as the motivation and reconciliation as the goal, otherwise we're doing it wrong. To pursue the selfish and sinful desires of our hearts rather than God's will is idolatry. Are the desires of your heart leading towards Jesus, or away from Him? People who are walking in the light will not speak the way people of the world speak. Instead of being known for corrupt speech, Christians should be known for giving thanks. You display the fruit of walking in light by not participating in the works of darkness. There is transforming power in the light of Christ. Don’t fear the light of truth – run into it. With it comes healing, restoration, forgiveness, and freedom! Every one of us is born into darkness due to a fatal sin problem, but we believe a relationship with Jesus cures every person who believes. Salvation in Christ alone is the cure. So Paul now calls believers to become who they are - light in the Lord. … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21526274/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_walkinlightephesians5314rodohm/id/392196 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21526274 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, old self, new self, change, live, light, life, darkness, sin, redemption, holy, sanctification, Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-5:14, 1 Corinthians 5:9-5:13, Romans 8:28-8:30, Series: Ephesians: Part#17 Mon, 20 Jan 2020 03:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Imitate means – “follow as a model, copy, simulate”. From the Latin it literally means to “copy an image”. How can we ever hope to imitate God? Christians imitate God like the moon imitates the sun. They don’t have any light of their own, they get their light from the Son. When light is seen in them, it’s the reflection of the light coming from God in Christ. As Christians, our desire is to be the clearest reflection of Him as possible. We know who God is by looking at Jesus: “He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature..." [Heb. 1:3]. Christians reflect God’s character more as we put on Christ more. Christians imitate God because He has adopted them as His beloved children! Ephesians 5:1 is the result of Ephesians 1:5. As God’s people, Christians should be known for reflecting the character traits of their Father. We reflect Him in how we speak to others, how we exercise self-control, how we control our tongue, how we show kindness, and how we forgive. When talking about the love of Jesus, Paul points to the cross. Loving like Christ involves giving ourselves away for the good of another. As we walk in love, we sacrifice for others as a spiritual act of worship [Phil. 4:18]. As we understand Christ’s love for us better and better, we will love others better and better. May our lives be marked by “walking in love”. Imitate means – “follow as a model, copy, simulate”. From the Latin it literally means to “copy an image”. How can we ever hope to imitate God? Christians imitate God like the moon imitates the sun. They don’t have any light of their own, they get their light from the Son. When light is seen in them, it’s the reflection of the light coming from God in Christ. As Christians, our desire is to be the clearest reflection of Him as possible. We know who God is by looking at Jesus: “He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature..." [Heb. 1:3]. Christians reflect God’s character more as we put on Christ more. Christians imitate God because He has adopted them as His beloved children! Ephesians 5:1 is the result of Ephesians 1:5. As God’s people, Christians should be known for reflecting the character traits of their Father. We reflect Him in how we speak to others, how we exercise self-control, how we control our tongue, how we show kindness, and how we forgive. When talking about the love of Jesus, Paul points to the cross. Loving like Christ involves giving ourselves away for the good of another. As we walk in love, we sacrifice for others as a spiritual act of worship [Phil. 4:18]. As we understand Christ’s love for us better and better, we will love others better and better. May our lives be marked by “walking in love”. Imitate means – “follow as a model, copy, simulate”. From the Latin it literally means to “copy an image”. How can we ever hope to imitate God? Christians imitate God like the moon imitates the sun. They don’t have any light of their own, they get thei… Rod Ohmes 1878 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21522035/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkinloveephesians512rodohmes/id/3414518.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21522035 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, bitterness, anger, lying, corrupt, Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-5:2, Series: Ephesians: Part#16 Mon, 20 Jan 2020 03:15:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Imitate means – “follow as a model, copy, simulate”. From the Latin it literally means to “copy an image”. How can we ever hope to imitate God? Christians imitate God like the moon imitates the sun. They don’t have any light of their own, they get their light from the Son. When light is seen in them, it’s the reflection of the light coming from God in Christ. As Christians, our desire is to be the clearest reflection of Him as possible. We know who God is by looking at Jesus: “He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature..." [Heb. 1:3]. Christians reflect God’s character more as we put on Christ more. Christians imitate God because He has adopted them as His beloved children! Ephesians 5:1 is the result of Ephesians 1:5. As God’s people, Christians should be known for reflecting the character traits of their Father. We reflect Him in how we speak to others, how we exercise self-control, how we control our tongue, how we show kindness, and how we forgive. When talking about the love of Jesus, Paul points to the cross. Loving like Christ involves giving ourselves away for the good of another. As we walk in love, we sacrifice for others as a spiritual act of worship [Phil. 4:18]. As we understand Christ’s love for us better and better, we will love others better and better. May our lives be marked by “walking in love”. Imitate means – “follow as a model, copy, simulate”. From the Latin it literally means to “copy an image”. How can we ever hope to imitate God? Christians imitate God like the moon imitates the sun. They don’t have any light of their own, they get their light from the Son. When light is seen in them, it’s the reflection of the light coming from God in Christ. As Christians, our desire is to be the clearest reflection of Him as possible. We know who God is by looking at Jesus: “He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature..." [Heb. 1:3]. Christians reflect God’s character more as we put on Christ more. Christians imitate God because He has adopted them as His beloved children! Ephesians 5:1 is the result of Ephesians 1:5. As God’s people, Christians should be known for reflecting the character traits of their Father. We reflect Him in how we speak to others, how we exercise self-control, how we control our tongue, how we show kindness, and how we forgive. When talking about the love of Jesus, Paul points to the cross. Loving like Christ involves giving ourselves away for the good of another. As we walk in love, we sacrifice for others as a spiritual act of worship [Phil. 4:18]. As we understand Christ’s love for us better and better, we will love others better and better. May our lives be marked by “walking in love”. Imitate means – “follow as a model, copy, simulate”. From the Latin it literally means to “copy an image”. How can we ever hope to imitate God? Christians imitate God like the moon imitates the sun. They don’t have any light of their own, they get thei… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21522035/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_walkinloveephesians512rodohmes/id/391825 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21522035 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, bitterness, anger, lying, corrupt, Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-5:2, Series: Ephesians: Part#16 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 18:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Believers were made for honest work, not stealing. We should labor in honest work to be able to share with those in need. If you don’t have much extra money to give, be generous with your time. If you don’t have much extra time to give, be generous with your money. - God wants His people to replace stealing with honest work & giving. The word “corrupt” here is the Greek word sapros and it means “rotten, corrupt, spoiled, worthless”. It’s the same word Jesus used when talking about rotten/bad fruit in Matthew 7 and when talking about rotten/bad fish in Matthew 13. The words that come out of a Christian’s mouth should be filled with grace and should build the other person up – Christian’s words should edify. Our words have eternal impact. - God wants His people to replace corrupting talk with edifying talk. An angry person is actually a selfish person. The real cure for our own bitterness and anger is forgiveness. The more you understand the weight of your own sin, the more you understand God's forgiveness. The more you understand forgiveness, the more you will forgive others. - God wants His people to replace bitterness and anger with kindness and forgiveness. The key to putting on the new self is following Jesus – imitating Him – and walking in love. Believers were made for honest work, not stealing. We should labor in honest work to be able to share with those in need. If you don’t have much extra money to give, be generous with your time. If you don’t have much extra time to give, be generous with your money. - God wants His people to replace stealing with honest work & giving. The word “corrupt” here is the Greek word sapros and it means “rotten, corrupt, spoiled, worthless”. It’s the same word Jesus used when talking about rotten/bad fruit in Matthew 7 and when talking about rotten/bad fish in Matthew 13. The words that come out of a Christian’s mouth should be filled with grace and should build the other person up – Christian’s words should edify. Our words have eternal impact. - God wants His people to replace corrupting talk with edifying talk. An angry person is actually a selfish person. The real cure for our own bitterness and anger is forgiveness. The more you understand the weight of your own sin, the more you understand God's forgiveness. The more you understand forgiveness, the more you will forgive others. - God wants His people to replace bitterness and anger with kindness and forgiveness. The key to putting on the new self is following Jesus – imitating Him – and walking in love. Believers were made for honest work, not stealing. We should labor in honest work to be able to share with those in need. If you don’t have much extra money to give, be generous with your time. If you don’t have much extra time to give, be generous wit… Rod Ohmes 2372 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21514722/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cleanclothespart2ephesians4283/id/3407649.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21514722 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, bitterness, anger, lying, corrupt, Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-4:32, Series: Ephesians: Part#15 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 18:57:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Believers were made for honest work, not stealing. We should labor in honest work to be able to share with those in need. If you don’t have much extra money to give, be generous with your time. If you don’t have much extra time to give, be generous with your money. - God wants His people to replace stealing with honest work & giving. The word “corrupt” here is the Greek word sapros and it means “rotten, corrupt, spoiled, worthless”. It’s the same word Jesus used when talking about rotten/bad fruit in Matthew 7 and when talking about rotten/bad fish in Matthew 13. The words that come out of a Christian’s mouth should be filled with grace and should build the other person up – Christian’s words should edify. Our words have eternal impact. - God wants His people to replace corrupting talk with edifying talk. An angry person is actually a selfish person. The real cure for our own bitterness and anger is forgiveness. The more you understand the weight of your own sin, the more you understand God's forgiveness. The more you understand forgiveness, the more you will forgive others. - God wants His people to replace bitterness and anger with kindness and forgiveness. The key to putting on the new self is following Jesus – imitating Him – and walking in love. Believers were made for honest work, not stealing. We should labor in honest work to be able to share with those in need. If you don’t have much extra money to give, be generous with your time. If you don’t have much extra time to give, be generous with your money. - God wants His people to replace stealing with honest work & giving. The word “corrupt” here is the Greek word sapros and it means “rotten, corrupt, spoiled, worthless”. It’s the same word Jesus used when talking about rotten/bad fruit in Matthew 7 and when talking about rotten/bad fish in Matthew 13. The words that come out of a Christian’s mouth should be filled with grace and should build the other person up – Christian’s words should edify. Our words have eternal impact. - God wants His people to replace corrupting talk with edifying talk. An angry person is actually a selfish person. The real cure for our own bitterness and anger is forgiveness. The more you understand the weight of your own sin, the more you understand God's forgiveness. The more you understand forgiveness, the more you will forgive others. - God wants His people to replace bitterness and anger with kindness and forgiveness. The key to putting on the new self is following Jesus – imitating Him – and walking in love. Believers were made for honest work, not stealing. We should labor in honest work to be able to share with those in need. If you don’t have much extra money to give, be generous with your time. If you don’t have much extra time to give, be generous wit… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21514722/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_cleanclothespart2ephesians4283/id/391294 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21514722 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, bitterness, anger, lying, corrupt, Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-4:32, Series: Ephesians: Part#15 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 21:22:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Identity is defined as: “the characteristics that determine who a person is”. Paul has already described a non-believers identity in [v.17-19] in very broad terms. Now in [v.25-32] Paul fleshes out what a life with and without Christ looks like in the ebb and flow everyday life. He is explaining to Christians how to live out their new identity. The Christian life is a life of consistent willful submission.  It’s consistent because being lax in this will cause us to move away from God.  It’s willful because it takes a conscience act of our will to do this.  It’s submissive because we live for the Lord and not ourselves. Our practice and our theology are tied together. Christians should not only live differently from unbelievers, but they also should live differently for different reasons. - God wants His people to replace lying with truth-telling. [Proverbs 6:16 & 19] - God wants His people to replace selfish anger with godly anger. [Psalm 4:4-5] These things are the practical application of how Christians should live out their faith day by day. Because of who we are in Christ, we must now live differently. Identity is defined as: “the characteristics that determine who a person is”. Paul has already described a non-believers identity in [v.17-19] in very broad terms. Now in [v.25-32] Paul fleshes out what a life with and without Christ looks like in the ebb and flow everyday life. He is explaining to Christians how to live out their new identity. The Christian life is a life of consistent willful submission.  It’s consistent because being lax in this will cause us to move away from God.  It’s willful because it takes a conscience act of our will to do this.  It’s submissive because we live for the Lord and not ourselves. Our practice and our theology are tied together. Christians should not only live differently from unbelievers, but they also should live differently for different reasons. - God wants His people to replace lying with truth-telling. [Proverbs 6:16 & 19] - God wants His people to replace selfish anger with godly anger. [Psalm 4:4-5] These things are the practical application of how Christians should live out their faith day by day. Because of who we are in Christ, we must now live differently. Identity is defined as: “the characteristics that determine who a person is”. Paul has already described a non-believers identity in [v.17-19] in very broad terms. Now in [v.25-32] Paul fleshes out what a life with and without Christ looks like in the … Rod Ohmes 2170 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21512310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cleanclothespart1ephesians4252/id/3405493.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21512310 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, anger, lying, truth, righteous, Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-4:27, 1 Corinthians 12:21-12:21, Series: Ephesians: Part#14 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 21:22:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Identity is defined as: “the characteristics that determine who a person is”. Paul has already described a non-believers identity in [v.17-19] in very broad terms. Now in [v.25-32] Paul fleshes out what a life with and without Christ looks like in the ebb and flow everyday life. He is explaining to Christians how to live out their new identity. The Christian life is a life of consistent willful submission.  It’s consistent because being lax in this will cause us to move away from God.  It’s willful because it takes a conscience act of our will to do this.  It’s submissive because we live for the Lord and not ourselves. Our practice and our theology are tied together. Christians should not only live differently from unbelievers, but they also should live differently for different reasons. - God wants His people to replace lying with truth-telling. [Proverbs 6:16 & 19] - God wants His people to replace selfish anger with godly anger. [Psalm 4:4-5] These things are the practical application of how Christians should live out their faith day by day. Because of who we are in Christ, we must now live differently. Identity is defined as: “the characteristics that determine who a person is”. Paul has already described a non-believers identity in [v.17-19] in very broad terms. Now in [v.25-32] Paul fleshes out what a life with and without Christ looks like in the ebb and flow everyday life. He is explaining to Christians how to live out their new identity. The Christian life is a life of consistent willful submission.  It’s consistent because being lax in this will cause us to move away from God.  It’s willful because it takes a conscience act of our will to do this.  It’s submissive because we live for the Lord and not ourselves. Our practice and our theology are tied together. Christians should not only live differently from unbelievers, but they also should live differently for different reasons. - God wants His people to replace lying with truth-telling. [Proverbs 6:16 & 19] - God wants His people to replace selfish anger with godly anger. [Psalm 4:4-5] These things are the practical application of how Christians should live out their faith day by day. Because of who we are in Christ, we must now live differently. Identity is defined as: “the characteristics that determine who a person is”. Paul has already described a non-believers identity in [v.17-19] in very broad terms. Now in [v.25-32] Paul fleshes out what a life with and without Christ looks like in the … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21512310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_cleanclothespart1ephesians4252/id/391129 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21512310 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, anger, lying, truth, righteous, Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-4:27, 1 Corinthians 12:21-12:21, Series: Ephesians: Part#14 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 16:24:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Think back through biblical history. We see Israel’s enemies attack constantly, we see Israel’s constant idolatry, unholy sacrifices, rampant disobedience, and often times just general chaos. But God, despite Satan’s constant attacks, did not leave His people to fend for themselves. And though it seemed He had fallen silent, things were happening behind the scenes that no human eye could see or mind comprehend, and God’s eternally wise plan was about to be kicked into the next gear. Jesus’ birth was the demonstration of God launching an all-out war on the Devil and on sin itself. If we see Christmas as a war, then we should look into the manger and see a Warrior. Two historical events where this war has been plainly seen: Genesis 3:1-7 & Matthew 4:1-11. The result of Adam and Eve’s actions in the garden set in motion a series of events – planned by the all-knowing Father – that would include a similar stand-off with the Devil. Jesus came as the warrior King to do battle with the enemy and win a victory that we could never win on our own. The first man battled with Satan and lost, so God sent Jesus to battle with Satan and win. Jesus came to earth to do all of this for us so that when we battle with Satan, we can win too. His victory is our hope in this life and in the one to come. The Gospel message tells us that we are not capable of living the perfect life necessary to be right before God on our own. So we must surrender our own will and our own way for the ways and will of God. So whenever you celebrate, remember that the Christmas story is really a war story, one that was “fought on our turf and for our sake by the hero of the story, the God-man, Jesus" (Paul Tripp) “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”: Come, Desire of nations, come - Fix in us Thy humble throne Rise, the woman’s conquering Seed, bruise in us the serpent’s head Adam’s likeness now erase, stamp Thine image in its place Second Adam from above, reinstate us in Thy love Hark! the herald angels sing "Glory to the new born King" Think back through biblical history. We see Israel’s enemies attack constantly, we see Israel’s constant idolatry, unholy sacrifices, rampant disobedience, and often times just general chaos. But God, despite Satan’s constant attacks, did not leave His people to fend for themselves. And though it seemed He had fallen silent, things were happening behind the scenes that no human eye could see or mind comprehend, and God’s eternally wise plan was about to be kicked into the next gear. Jesus’ birth was the demonstration of God launching an all-out war on the Devil and on sin itself. If we see Christmas as a war, then we should look into the manger and see a Warrior. Two historical events where this war has been plainly seen: Genesis 3:1-7 & Matthew 4:1-11. The result of Adam and Eve’s actions in the garden set in motion a series of events – planned by the all-knowing Father – that would include a similar stand-off with the Devil. Jesus came as the warrior King to do battle with the enemy and win a victory that we could never win on our own. The first man battled with Satan and lost, so God sent Jesus to battle with Satan and win. Jesus came to earth to do all of this for us so that when we battle with Satan, we can win too. His victory is our hope in this life and in the one to come. The Gospel message tells us that we are not capable of living the perfect life necessary to be right before God on our own. So we must surrender our own will and our own way for the ways and will of God. So whenever you celebrate, remember that the Christmas story is really a war story, one that was “fought on our turf and for our sake by the hero of the story, the God-man, Jesus" (Paul Tripp) “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”: Come, Desire of nations, come - Fix in us Thy humble throne Rise, the woman’s conquering Seed, bruise in us the serpent’s head Adam’s likeness now erase, stamp Thine image in its place Second Adam from above, reinstate us in Thy love Hark! the herald angels sing "Glory to the new born King" Think back through biblical history. We see Israel’s enemies attack constantly, we see Israel’s constant idolatry, unholy sacrifices, rampant disobedience, and often times just general chaos. But God, despite Satan’s constant attacks, did not leave His… Rod Ohmes 1800 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21508366/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewarofchristmasrodohmes/id/3401713.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21508366 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Christmas, war, Warrior, battle, enemy, victory, sin, Scripture: Genesis 3:1-3:7, Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 16:24:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Think back through biblical history. We see Israel’s enemies attack constantly, we see Israel’s constant idolatry, unholy sacrifices, rampant disobedience, and often times just general chaos. But God, despite Satan’s constant attacks, did not leave His people to fend for themselves. And though it seemed He had fallen silent, things were happening behind the scenes that no human eye could see or mind comprehend, and God’s eternally wise plan was about to be kicked into the next gear. Jesus’ birth was the demonstration of God launching an all-out war on the Devil and on sin itself. If we see Christmas as a war, then we should look into the manger and see a Warrior. Two historical events where this war has been plainly seen: Genesis 3:1-7 & Matthew 4:1-11. The result of Adam and Eve’s actions in the garden set in motion a series of events – planned by the all-knowing Father – that would include a similar stand-off with the Devil. Jesus came as the warrior King to do battle with the enemy and win a victory that we could never win on our own. The first man battled with Satan and lost, so God sent Jesus to battle with Satan and win. Jesus came to earth to do all of this for us so that when we battle with Satan, we can win too. His victory is our hope in this life and in the one to come. The Gospel message tells us that we are not capable of living the perfect life necessary to be right before God on our own. So we must surrender our own will and our own way for the ways and will of God. So whenever you celebrate, remember that the Christmas story is really a war story, one that was “fought on our turf and for our sake by the hero of the story, the God-man, Jesus" (Paul Tripp) “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”: Come, Desire of nations, come - Fix in us Thy humble throne Rise, the woman’s conquering Seed, bruise in us the serpent’s head Adam’s likeness now erase, stamp Thine image in its place Second Adam from above, reinstate us in Thy love Hark! the herald angels sing "Glory to the new born King" Think back through biblical history. We see Israel’s enemies attack constantly, we see Israel’s constant idolatry, unholy sacrifices, rampant disobedience, and often times just general chaos. But God, despite Satan’s constant attacks, did not leave His people to fend for themselves. And though it seemed He had fallen silent, things were happening behind the scenes that no human eye could see or mind comprehend, and God’s eternally wise plan was about to be kicked into the next gear. Jesus’ birth was the demonstration of God launching an all-out war on the Devil and on sin itself. If we see Christmas as a war, then we should look into the manger and see a Warrior. Two historical events where this war has been plainly seen: Genesis 3:1-7 & Matthew 4:1-11. The result of Adam and Eve’s actions in the garden set in motion a series of events – planned by the all-knowing Father – that would include a similar stand-off with the Devil. Jesus came as the warrior King to do battle with the enemy and win a victory that we could never win on our own. The first man battled with Satan and lost, so God sent Jesus to battle with Satan and win. Jesus came to earth to do all of this for us so that when we battle with Satan, we can win too. His victory is our hope in this life and in the one to come. The Gospel message tells us that we are not capable of living the perfect life necessary to be right before God on our own. So we must surrender our own will and our own way for the ways and will of God. So whenever you celebrate, remember that the Christmas story is really a war story, one that was “fought on our turf and for our sake by the hero of the story, the God-man, Jesus" (Paul Tripp) “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”: Come, Desire of nations, come - Fix in us Thy humble throne Rise, the woman’s conquering Seed, bruise in us the serpent’s head Adam’s likeness now erase, stamp Thine image in its place Second Adam from above, reinstate us in Thy love Hark! the herald angels sing "Glory to the new born King" Think back through biblical history. We see Israel’s enemies attack constantly, we see Israel’s constant idolatry, unholy sacrifices, rampant disobedience, and often times just general chaos. But God, despite Satan’s constant attacks, did not leave His… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21508366/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewarofchristmasrodohmes/id/390786 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21508366 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Christmas, war, Warrior, battle, enemy, victory, sin, Scripture: Genesis 3:1-3:7, Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 17:35:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Be sure of this - the Gospel doesn’t just promote change in a sinner, by its very nature the Gospel will change a sinner. A changeless gospel that leaves you living for yourself and not for the glory and honor of God, isn’t the Gospel. Something has change. A saved person thirsts for the exaltation of cross. A calloused or hardened life is proven in the giving over to sensual (lustful desires, not limited to sexual desires) and greed - an “I want” and an “I must” lifestyle. Sadly, this kind of lifestyle can be maintained if what we believe is a false gospel. A false gospel wants to leave you just like you are. Christianity entails following Christ. Followers or disciples are people who adhere to the teaching and lifestyle of the teacher. Our teacher is unique because we have His Spirit. This means that He, the risen Christ, dwells in us. In other words His life will be lived out through His followers. Paul has pleaded with us and is now commanding us to follow by putting off and putting on. Be sure of this - the Gospel doesn’t just promote change in a sinner, by its very nature the Gospel will change a sinner. A changeless gospel that leaves you living for yourself and not for the glory and honor of God, isn’t the Gospel. Something has change. A saved person thirsts for the exaltation of cross. A calloused or hardened life is proven in the giving over to sensual (lustful desires, not limited to sexual desires) and greed - an “I want” and an “I must” lifestyle. Sadly, this kind of lifestyle can be maintained if what we believe is a false gospel. A false gospel wants to leave you just like you are. Christianity entails following Christ. Followers or disciples are people who adhere to the teaching and lifestyle of the teacher. Our teacher is unique because we have His Spirit. This means that He, the risen Christ, dwells in us. In other words His life will be lived out through His followers. Paul has pleaded with us and is now commanding us to follow by putting off and putting on. Be sure of this - the Gospel doesn’t just promote change in a sinner, by its very nature the Gospel will change a sinner. A changeless gospel that leaves you living for yourself and not for the glory and honor of God, isn’t the Gospel. Something has ch… Jason Hamilton 2323 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21505054/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_putoffputonephesians41724asonh/id/3398505.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21505054 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-4:24, Series: Ephesians: Part#13 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 17:35:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Be sure of this - the Gospel doesn’t just promote change in a sinner, by its very nature the Gospel will change a sinner. A changeless gospel that leaves you living for yourself and not for the glory and honor of God, isn’t the Gospel. Something has change. A saved person thirsts for the exaltation of cross. A calloused or hardened life is proven in the giving over to sensual (lustful desires, not limited to sexual desires) and greed - an “I want” and an “I must” lifestyle. Sadly, this kind of lifestyle can be maintained if what we believe is a false gospel. A false gospel wants to leave you just like you are. Christianity entails following Christ. Followers or disciples are people who adhere to the teaching and lifestyle of the teacher. Our teacher is unique because we have His Spirit. This means that He, the risen Christ, dwells in us. In other words His life will be lived out through His followers. Paul has pleaded with us and is now commanding us to follow by putting off and putting on. Be sure of this - the Gospel doesn’t just promote change in a sinner, by its very nature the Gospel will change a sinner. A changeless gospel that leaves you living for yourself and not for the glory and honor of God, isn’t the Gospel. Something has change. A saved person thirsts for the exaltation of cross. A calloused or hardened life is proven in the giving over to sensual (lustful desires, not limited to sexual desires) and greed - an “I want” and an “I must” lifestyle. Sadly, this kind of lifestyle can be maintained if what we believe is a false gospel. A false gospel wants to leave you just like you are. Christianity entails following Christ. Followers or disciples are people who adhere to the teaching and lifestyle of the teacher. Our teacher is unique because we have His Spirit. This means that He, the risen Christ, dwells in us. In other words His life will be lived out through His followers. Paul has pleaded with us and is now commanding us to follow by putting off and putting on. Be sure of this - the Gospel doesn’t just promote change in a sinner, by its very nature the Gospel will change a sinner. A changeless gospel that leaves you living for yourself and not for the glory and honor of God, isn’t the Gospel. Something has ch… Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21505054/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_putoffputonephesians41724asonh/id/390514 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21505054 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, put off, put on, old self, new self, change, live, set apart, Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-4:24, Series: Ephesians: Part#13 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 19:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In v.7 we see that every believer is gifted by Christ with varied grace, and in v.11 we see that the church is gifted by Christ with people in varied offices. God has given gifted leaders to the church to equip the saints for the work of ministry, not to do it all themselves. This is an “every-member ministry” mindset that we - the church - need to keep in front of ourselves. The result of this kind of mindset is unity and maturity [v.13]. Every believer enters the Christian life as a little child, but no believer should be content to remain that way. Believers should be pursuing maturity, standing firm on believing the Bible, and eagerly speaking truth in a way that shows love and care. Christian maturity involves loving the truth, speaking the truth, and living the truth. The church is able to grow as we should because Jesus took on human flesh, lived a perfect life, died in our place, rose victorious over the grave, and is now exalted at God’s right hand forevermore! * Do you care about being mature in Christ? -Or are you content to stay in spiritual diapers, only eating what other people feed you? * Are you working for unity in the body? -Or do you spend your time thinking of ways to exalt yourself or tear someone else down? * Are you passionate about using your God-given gifts to serve & build up the church? -Or would you rather just watch other people do the work of ministry? As we grow into Christ and as we use our gifts in love, our body becomes healthier. The King has come back in victory, and He gives gifts to His people for their benefit & for His glory. In v.7 we see that every believer is gifted by Christ with varied grace, and in v.11 we see that the church is gifted by Christ with people in varied offices. God has given gifted leaders to the church to equip the saints for the work of ministry, not to do it all themselves. This is an “every-member ministry” mindset that we - the church - need to keep in front of ourselves. The result of this kind of mindset is unity and maturity [v.13]. Every believer enters the Christian life as a little child, but no believer should be content to remain that way. Believers should be pursuing maturity, standing firm on believing the Bible, and eagerly speaking truth in a way that shows love and care. Christian maturity involves loving the truth, speaking the truth, and living the truth. The church is able to grow as we should because Jesus took on human flesh, lived a perfect life, died in our place, rose victorious over the grave, and is now exalted at God’s right hand forevermore! * Do you care about being mature in Christ? -Or are you content to stay in spiritual diapers, only eating what other people feed you? * Are you working for unity in the body? -Or do you spend your time thinking of ways to exalt yourself or tear someone else down? * Are you passionate about using your God-given gifts to serve & build up the church? -Or would you rather just watch other people do the work of ministry? As we grow into Christ and as we use our gifts in love, our body becomes healthier. The King has come back in victory, and He gives gifts to His people for their benefit & for His glory. In v.7 we see that every believer is gifted by Christ with varied grace, and in v.11 we see that the church is gifted by Christ with people in varied offices. God has given gifted leaders to the church to equip the saints for the work of ministry, not … Rod Ohmes 2471 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21502498/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_giftsofthekingephesians41116ro/id/3396049.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21502498 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, body, unity, maturity, discipleship, Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-4:16, Series: Ephesians: Part#12 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 19:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In v.7 we see that every believer is gifted by Christ with varied grace, and in v.11 we see that the church is gifted by Christ with people in varied offices. God has given gifted leaders to the church to equip the saints for the work of ministry, not to do it all themselves. This is an “every-member ministry” mindset that we - the church - need to keep in front of ourselves. The result of this kind of mindset is unity and maturity [v.13]. Every believer enters the Christian life as a little child, but no believer should be content to remain that way. Believers should be pursuing maturity, standing firm on believing the Bible, and eagerly speaking truth in a way that shows love and care. Christian maturity involves loving the truth, speaking the truth, and living the truth. The church is able to grow as we should because Jesus took on human flesh, lived a perfect life, died in our place, rose victorious over the grave, and is now exalted at God’s right hand forevermore! * Do you care about being mature in Christ? -Or are you content to stay in spiritual diapers, only eating what other people feed you? * Are you working for unity in the body? -Or do you spend your time thinking of ways to exalt yourself or tear someone else down? * Are you passionate about using your God-given gifts to serve & build up the church? -Or would you rather just watch other people do the work of ministry? As we grow into Christ and as we use our gifts in love, our body becomes healthier. The King has come back in victory, and He gives gifts to His people for their benefit & for His glory. In v.7 we see that every believer is gifted by Christ with varied grace, and in v.11 we see that the church is gifted by Christ with people in varied offices. God has given gifted leaders to the church to equip the saints for the work of ministry, not to do it all themselves. This is an “every-member ministry” mindset that we - the church - need to keep in front of ourselves. The result of this kind of mindset is unity and maturity [v.13]. Every believer enters the Christian life as a little child, but no believer should be content to remain that way. Believers should be pursuing maturity, standing firm on believing the Bible, and eagerly speaking truth in a way that shows love and care. Christian maturity involves loving the truth, speaking the truth, and living the truth. The church is able to grow as we should because Jesus took on human flesh, lived a perfect life, died in our place, rose victorious over the grave, and is now exalted at God’s right hand forevermore! * Do you care about being mature in Christ? -Or are you content to stay in spiritual diapers, only eating what other people feed you? * Are you working for unity in the body? -Or do you spend your time thinking of ways to exalt yourself or tear someone else down? * Are you passionate about using your God-given gifts to serve & build up the church? -Or would you rather just watch other people do the work of ministry? As we grow into Christ and as we use our gifts in love, our body becomes healthier. The King has come back in victory, and He gives gifts to His people for their benefit & for His glory. In v.7 we see that every believer is gifted by Christ with varied grace, and in v.11 we see that the church is gifted by Christ with people in varied offices. God has given gifted leaders to the church to equip the saints for the work of ministry, not … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21502498/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_giftsofthekingephesians41116ro/id/390327 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21502498 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, body, unity, maturity, discipleship, Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-4:16, Series: Ephesians: Part#12 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 20:14:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Paul starts by intentionally pointing out that he is writing from prison. Paul says he is not a prisoner of Rome, he’s a prisoner for the Lord. God's fingerprints were all over Paul's chains, and Paul embraced it. Before Paul gives his readers a description of what a worthy walk looks like, he reminds them that a worthy walk will require sacrifice. Paul then gives a snapshot of proper Christian conduct in v.2-3. Humility, gentleness, patience, bearing with one another in love, & maintaining unity in the Spirit are all characteristics of Christians who are walking worthy of their calling. These things do not come naturally or easily, so it takes the power of the Spirit [3:16] and the grace of of God [4:7] for us to walk in them (practice them). - If you are humble, you will be gentle, and if you are patient, you will bear with one other. Doing these things maintains the Spirit of unity in the body. We should be eager to maintain unity in the body because God is unified in Himself. Unity doesn’t start with us, but we strive for it eagerly to reflect God’s character and glory clearly. Paul starts by intentionally pointing out that he is writing from prison. Paul says he is not a prisoner of Rome, he’s a prisoner for the Lord. God's fingerprints were all over Paul's chains, and Paul embraced it. Before Paul gives his readers a description of what a worthy walk looks like, he reminds them that a worthy walk will require sacrifice. Paul then gives a snapshot of proper Christian conduct in v.2-3. Humility, gentleness, patience, bearing with one another in love, & maintaining unity in the Spirit are all characteristics of Christians who are walking worthy of their calling. These things do not come naturally or easily, so it takes the power of the Spirit [3:16] and the grace of of God [4:7] for us to walk in them (practice them). - If you are humble, you will be gentle, and if you are patient, you will bear with one other. Doing these things maintains the Spirit of unity in the body. We should be eager to maintain unity in the body because God is unified in Himself. Unity doesn’t start with us, but we strive for it eagerly to reflect God’s character and glory clearly. Paul starts by intentionally pointing out that he is writing from prison. Paul says he is not a prisoner of Rome, he’s a prisoner for the Lord. God's fingerprints were all over Paul's chains, and Paul embraced it. Before Paul gives his readers a descri… Rod Ohmes 1562 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21497593/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aworthywalkephesians4110rodohm/id/3396077.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21497593 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, prison, sacrifice, humility, gentleness, unity, patience, love, , Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:10, Philippians 2:3-2:11, James 3:6-3:13, Series: Ephesians: Part#11 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 20:14:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Paul starts by intentionally pointing out that he is writing from prison. Paul says he is not a prisoner of Rome, he’s a prisoner for the Lord. God's fingerprints were all over Paul's chains, and Paul embraced it. Before Paul gives his readers a description of what a worthy walk looks like, he reminds them that a worthy walk will require sacrifice. Paul then gives a snapshot of proper Christian conduct in v.2-3. Humility, gentleness, patience, bearing with one another in love, & maintaining unity in the Spirit are all characteristics of Christians who are walking worthy of their calling. These things do not come naturally or easily, so it takes the power of the Spirit [3:16] and the grace of of God [4:7] for us to walk in them (practice them). - If you are humble, you will be gentle, and if you are patient, you will bear with one other. Doing these things maintains the Spirit of unity in the body. We should be eager to maintain unity in the body because God is unified in Himself. Unity doesn’t start with us, but we strive for it eagerly to reflect God’s character and glory clearly. Paul starts by intentionally pointing out that he is writing from prison. Paul says he is not a prisoner of Rome, he’s a prisoner for the Lord. God's fingerprints were all over Paul's chains, and Paul embraced it. Before Paul gives his readers a description of what a worthy walk looks like, he reminds them that a worthy walk will require sacrifice. Paul then gives a snapshot of proper Christian conduct in v.2-3. Humility, gentleness, patience, bearing with one another in love, & maintaining unity in the Spirit are all characteristics of Christians who are walking worthy of their calling. These things do not come naturally or easily, so it takes the power of the Spirit [3:16] and the grace of of God [4:7] for us to walk in them (practice them). - If you are humble, you will be gentle, and if you are patient, you will bear with one other. Doing these things maintains the Spirit of unity in the body. We should be eager to maintain unity in the body because God is unified in Himself. Unity doesn’t start with us, but we strive for it eagerly to reflect God’s character and glory clearly. Paul starts by intentionally pointing out that he is writing from prison. Paul says he is not a prisoner of Rome, he’s a prisoner for the Lord. God's fingerprints were all over Paul's chains, and Paul embraced it. Before Paul gives his readers a descri… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21497593/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aworthywalkephesians4110rodohm/id/390332 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21497593 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, prison, sacrifice, humility, gentleness, unity, patience, love, , Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:10, Philippians 2:3-2:11, James 3:6-3:13, Series: Ephesians: Part#11 Sun, 24 Nov 2019 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Paul's second intercessory prayer points to 2 truths we cannot forget: #1. God’s greatness and #2. Our need. Paul was driven to his knees in gratitude of everything the Spirit had just revealed to him. He was stunned at God’s grace in saving sinners individually and at His grace in uniting them corporately. A realization of God’s love and undeserved kindness drives Paul to worship and to pray. This is how it says we come to know the breadth & length & height & depth of His love; when we give up control to the One who’s really already in control of it all. We need strength for our “inner being” because this is where we fight sin, have courage to proclaim the Gospel, and love people the way Jesus loves us. It takes the power of the Spirit to allow us to know the fullness of God’s love for us. God is at work among His people, and He is at work through His people. And in v.21 we're told why God does this – for His own glory – “to him be glory in the church and in Christ”. God pours out His love and gives His power so that His name might be praised. Paul's second intercessory prayer points to 2 truths we cannot forget: #1. God’s greatness and #2. Our need. Paul was driven to his knees in gratitude of everything the Spirit had just revealed to him. He was stunned at God’s grace in saving sinners individually and at His grace in uniting them corporately. A realization of God’s love and undeserved kindness drives Paul to worship and to pray. This is how it says we come to know the breadth & length & height & depth of His love; when we give up control to the One who’s really already in control of it all. We need strength for our “inner being” because this is where we fight sin, have courage to proclaim the Gospel, and love people the way Jesus loves us. It takes the power of the Spirit to allow us to know the fullness of God’s love for us. God is at work among His people, and He is at work through His people. And in v.21 we're told why God does this – for His own glory – “to him be glory in the church and in Christ”. God pours out His love and gives His power so that His name might be praised. Paul's second intercessory prayer points to 2 truths we cannot forget: #1. God’s greatness and #2. Our need. Paul was driven to his knees in gratitude of everything the Spirit had just revealed to him. He was stunned at God’s grace in saving sinners i… Rod Ohmes 2508 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21494211/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_paulsprayerforpowerephesians31/id/3388096.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21494211 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, prayer, power, Spirit, gratitude, worship, Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-3:21, Jeremiah 31:3-31:33, Hebrews 1:3-1:3, Series: Ephesians: Part#10 Sun, 24 Nov 2019 17:09:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Paul's second intercessory prayer points to 2 truths we cannot forget: #1. God’s greatness and #2. Our need. Paul was driven to his knees in gratitude of everything the Spirit had just revealed to him. He was stunned at God’s grace in saving sinners individually and at His grace in uniting them corporately. A realization of God’s love and undeserved kindness drives Paul to worship and to pray. This is how it says we come to know the breadth & length & height & depth of His love; when we give up control to the One who’s really already in control of it all. We need strength for our “inner being” because this is where we fight sin, have courage to proclaim the Gospel, and love people the way Jesus loves us. It takes the power of the Spirit to allow us to know the fullness of God’s love for us. God is at work among His people, and He is at work through His people. And in v.21 we're told why God does this – for His own glory – “to him be glory in the church and in Christ”. God pours out His love and gives His power so that His name might be praised. Paul's second intercessory prayer points to 2 truths we cannot forget: #1. God’s greatness and #2. Our need. Paul was driven to his knees in gratitude of everything the Spirit had just revealed to him. He was stunned at God’s grace in saving sinners individually and at His grace in uniting them corporately. A realization of God’s love and undeserved kindness drives Paul to worship and to pray. This is how it says we come to know the breadth & length & height & depth of His love; when we give up control to the One who’s really already in control of it all. We need strength for our “inner being” because this is where we fight sin, have courage to proclaim the Gospel, and love people the way Jesus loves us. It takes the power of the Spirit to allow us to know the fullness of God’s love for us. God is at work among His people, and He is at work through His people. And in v.21 we're told why God does this – for His own glory – “to him be glory in the church and in Christ”. God pours out His love and gives His power so that His name might be praised. Paul's second intercessory prayer points to 2 truths we cannot forget: #1. God’s greatness and #2. Our need. Paul was driven to his knees in gratitude of everything the Spirit had just revealed to him. He was stunned at God’s grace in saving sinners i… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21494211/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_paulsprayerforpowerephesians31/id/389515 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21494211 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, prayer, power, Spirit, gratitude, worship, Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-3:21, Jeremiah 31:3-31:33, Hebrews 1:3-1:3, Series: Ephesians: Part#10 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:48:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Through the preaching of the Gospel, those outside the Jewish nation can now be heirs, members, & partakers [v.6]. Paul’s teaching on this signified a momentous shift in the nation of Israel’s understanding of salvation that had stood largely unchanged for thousands of years. Now Paul is coming and telling churches everywhere that God’s promises are still for His chosen people, it’s just that he's redefining who His chosen people are. Paul is saying that God’s chosen people are all who are in Christ, all who believe. [Gal. 3:24-29] This unification of Jew and Gentile is how God’s multifaceted & perfect wisdom is revealed - through the church. Is it any wonder, then, that Satan & his demons work hard to keep the church focused inwardly and not on the lost world around us? The enemy loves to see the church out of sync with Scripture, because in that state it denies the wisdom of God it’s supposed to be portraying. From the newest believer to the most seasoned saint, regularly rubbing elbows with Christians in the church keeps us humble & accountable, and it clearly proclaims God’s wisdom. Believer: because of Jesus Christ you can go to the throne of God yourself with boldness, confident that He hears you and provides grace to help in your time of need. [Heb. 4:14-16] Through the preaching of the Gospel, those outside the Jewish nation can now be heirs, members, & partakers [v.6]. Paul’s teaching on this signified a momentous shift in the nation of Israel’s understanding of salvation that had stood largely unchanged for thousands of years. Now Paul is coming and telling churches everywhere that God’s promises are still for His chosen people, it’s just that he's redefining who His chosen people are. Paul is saying that God’s chosen people are all who are in Christ, all who believe. [Gal. 3:24-29] This unification of Jew and Gentile is how God’s multifaceted & perfect wisdom is revealed - through the church. Is it any wonder, then, that Satan & his demons work hard to keep the church focused inwardly and not on the lost world around us? The enemy loves to see the church out of sync with Scripture, because in that state it denies the wisdom of God it’s supposed to be portraying. From the newest believer to the most seasoned saint, regularly rubbing elbows with Christians in the church keeps us humble & accountable, and it clearly proclaims God’s wisdom. Believer: because of Jesus Christ you can go to the throne of God yourself with boldness, confident that He hears you and provides grace to help in your time of need. [Heb. 4:14-16] Through the preaching of the Gospel, those outside the Jewish nation can now be heirs, members, & partakers [v.6]. Paul’s teaching on this signified a momentous shift in the nation of Israel’s understanding of salvation that had stood largely unchanged… Rod Ohmes 2022 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21490816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themysteryrevealedephesians311/id/3384835.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21490816 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, wisdom, unity, Jew, Gentile, salvation, chosen people, boldness, confidence, Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-3:13, Galatians 3:24-3:28, Hebrews 4:14-4:16, 2 Corinthians 4:1-4:18, Series: Ephesians: Part#9 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:48:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Through the preaching of the Gospel, those outside the Jewish nation can now be heirs, members, & partakers [v.6]. Paul’s teaching on this signified a momentous shift in the nation of Israel’s understanding of salvation that had stood largely unchanged for thousands of years. Now Paul is coming and telling churches everywhere that God’s promises are still for His chosen people, it’s just that he's redefining who His chosen people are. Paul is saying that God’s chosen people are all who are in Christ, all who believe. [Gal. 3:24-29] This unification of Jew and Gentile is how God’s multifaceted & perfect wisdom is revealed - through the church. Is it any wonder, then, that Satan & his demons work hard to keep the church focused inwardly and not on the lost world around us? The enemy loves to see the church out of sync with Scripture, because in that state it denies the wisdom of God it’s supposed to be portraying. From the newest believer to the most seasoned saint, regularly rubbing elbows with Christians in the church keeps us humble & accountable, and it clearly proclaims God’s wisdom. Believer: because of Jesus Christ you can go to the throne of God yourself with boldness, confident that He hears you and provides grace to help in your time of need. [Heb. 4:14-16] Through the preaching of the Gospel, those outside the Jewish nation can now be heirs, members, & partakers [v.6]. Paul’s teaching on this signified a momentous shift in the nation of Israel’s understanding of salvation that had stood largely unchanged for thousands of years. Now Paul is coming and telling churches everywhere that God’s promises are still for His chosen people, it’s just that he's redefining who His chosen people are. Paul is saying that God’s chosen people are all who are in Christ, all who believe. [Gal. 3:24-29] This unification of Jew and Gentile is how God’s multifaceted & perfect wisdom is revealed - through the church. Is it any wonder, then, that Satan & his demons work hard to keep the church focused inwardly and not on the lost world around us? The enemy loves to see the church out of sync with Scripture, because in that state it denies the wisdom of God it’s supposed to be portraying. From the newest believer to the most seasoned saint, regularly rubbing elbows with Christians in the church keeps us humble & accountable, and it clearly proclaims God’s wisdom. Believer: because of Jesus Christ you can go to the throne of God yourself with boldness, confident that He hears you and provides grace to help in your time of need. [Heb. 4:14-16] Through the preaching of the Gospel, those outside the Jewish nation can now be heirs, members, & partakers [v.6]. Paul’s teaching on this signified a momentous shift in the nation of Israel’s understanding of salvation that had stood largely unchanged… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21490816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_themysteryrevealedephesians311/id/389251 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21490816 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, wisdom, unity, Jew, Gentile, salvation, chosen people, boldness, confidence, Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-3:13, Galatians 3:24-3:28, Hebrews 4:14-4:16, 2 Corinthians 4:1-4:18, Series: Ephesians: Part#9 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 21:30:00 +0000 Steven Ince James isn't giving us a command in James 1:26-27, he's describing what real, genuine religion looks like - what real faith does. It isn't just lip service, it's action. Part of the action described is caring for orphans. Steven Ince helps us understand fostering and adoption better, the church's role in it, and gives practical ways for churches and individuals to get involved with caring for those in need. James isn't giving us a command in James 1:26-27, he's describing what real, genuine religion looks like - what real faith does. It isn't just lip service, it's action. Part of the action described is caring for orphans. Steven Ince helps us understand fostering and adoption better, the church's role in it, and gives practical ways for churches and individuals to get involved with caring for those in need. James isn't giving us a command in James 1:26-27, he's describing what real, genuine religion looks like - what real faith does. It isn't just lip service, it's action. Part of the action described is caring for orphans. Steven Ince helps us understan… Steven Ince 2981 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21486282/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_orphansunday2019stevenince/id/3380445.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21486282 Steven Ince, Ramsey Creek, orphan Sunday, orphan, foster care, adoption, adopted, James, Scripture: James 1:26-2:27 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 21:30:00 +0000 Steven Ince James isn't giving us a command in James 1:26-27, he's describing what real, genuine religion looks like - what real faith does. It isn't just lip service, it's action. Part of the action described is caring for orphans. Steven Ince helps us understand fostering and adoption better, the church's role in it, and gives practical ways for churches and individuals to get involved with caring for those in need. James isn't giving us a command in James 1:26-27, he's describing what real, genuine religion looks like - what real faith does. It isn't just lip service, it's action. Part of the action described is caring for orphans. Steven Ince helps us understand fostering and adoption better, the church's role in it, and gives practical ways for churches and individuals to get involved with caring for those in need. James isn't giving us a command in James 1:26-27, he's describing what real, genuine religion looks like - what real faith does. It isn't just lip service, it's action. Part of the action described is caring for orphans. Steven Ince helps us understan… Steven Ince https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21486282/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_orphansunday2019stevenince/id/388805 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21486282 Steven Ince, Ramsey Creek, orphan Sunday, orphan, foster care, adoption, adopted, James, Scripture: James 1:26-2:27 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 20:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Let's recap what Paul has been telling the Christians in Ephesus: - You were dead – now you’re alive. [v.2&5] - You were children of wrath – now you’re His workmanship. [v.3&10] - You were following this world, slaves to Satan – now you’re saturated in grace. [v.2&7] - You were once living for yourselves – now you have divine purpose (good works). [v.3&10] And now Paul adds: - You used to be separated from God’s people – now you are members of the same family. [v.12&19] - You used to have no access to God – now you have it because of Jesus Christ. [v.12&18] - You used to be strangers – now you are saints. [v.12&19] God accomplished all of this by the blood of Christ and through the cross. [v.13&16] Christ’s substitutionary atonement crushed/removed the separation between a holy God & sinful man. What does the blood of Jesus Christ do? What did the cross accomplish? - those who were far off have been brought near [v.13&17] - the blood & cross have eliminated the hostility between us & God brought peace [v.14&16] - they have removed the requirements of the law [v.15] - they have united the covenant people of God (Israel) with those outside (Gentiles) [v.15&16] - they have given both Jews & Gentiles access to the Father, through the Spirit [v.18] - they have given outsiders a seat at the table [v.19] - they have integrated individuals into God’s family (household) [v.19-22] Jesus’ blood on the cross has an effect on God, but it also has an effect on His people, too. We are brought near to the Father and we are brought near to one another. It’s vertical and it’s horizontal. Anyone who believes is made a citizen of heaven, but not just a citizen; now we're family. Previously, the Gentiles wouldn’t have even been allowed inside the Jewish temple, but now they are actually a part of it! Previously, you were not allowed into God’s presence because of your sin. But because of Christ, you are not only allowed into God’s presence, you are His child! Let's recap what Paul has been telling the Christians in Ephesus: - You were dead – now you’re alive. [v.2&5] - You were children of wrath – now you’re His workmanship. [v.3&10] - You were following this world, slaves to Satan – now you’re saturated in grace. [v.2&7] - You were once living for yourselves – now you have divine purpose (good works). [v.3&10] And now Paul adds: - You used to be separated from God’s people – now you are members of the same family. [v.12&19] - You used to have no access to God – now you have it because of Jesus Christ. [v.12&18] - You used to be strangers – now you are saints. [v.12&19] God accomplished all of this by the blood of Christ and through the cross. [v.13&16] Christ’s substitutionary atonement crushed/removed the separation between a holy God & sinful man. What does the blood of Jesus Christ do? What did the cross accomplish? - those who were far off have been brought near [v.13&17] - the blood & cross have eliminated the hostility between us & God brought peace [v.14&16] - they have removed the requirements of the law [v.15] - they have united the covenant people of God (Israel) with those outside (Gentiles) [v.15&16] - they have given both Jews & Gentiles access to the Father, through the Spirit [v.18] - they have given outsiders a seat at the table [v.19] - they have integrated individuals into God’s family (household) [v.19-22] Jesus’ blood on the cross has an effect on God, but it also has an effect on His people, too. We are brought near to the Father and we are brought near to one another. It’s vertical and it’s horizontal. Anyone who believes is made a citizen of heaven, but not just a citizen; now we're family. Previously, the Gentiles wouldn’t have even been allowed inside the Jewish temple, but now they are actually a part of it! Previously, you were not allowed into God’s presence because of your sin. But because of Christ, you are not only allowed into God’s presence, you are His child! Let's recap what Paul has been telling the Christians in Ephesus: - You were dead – now you’re alive. [v.2&5] - You were children of wrath – now you’re His workmanship. [v.3&10] - You were following this world, slaves to Satan – now you’re saturated in… Rod Ohmes 2198 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21482846/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_strangerssaintsephesians21122r/id/3377188.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21482846 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, praise, sin, dead, total depravity, strangers, saints, substitutionary atonement, separation, , Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-2:22, Galatians 3:28-3:28, 1 Peter 2:5-2:5, Series: Ephesians: Part#8 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 20:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Let's recap what Paul has been telling the Christians in Ephesus: - You were dead – now you’re alive. [v.2&5] - You were children of wrath – now you’re His workmanship. [v.3&10] - You were following this world, slaves to Satan – now you’re saturated in grace. [v.2&7] - You were once living for yourselves – now you have divine purpose (good works). [v.3&10] And now Paul adds: - You used to be separated from God’s people – now you are members of the same family. [v.12&19] - You used to have no access to God – now you have it because of Jesus Christ. [v.12&18] - You used to be strangers – now you are saints. [v.12&19] God accomplished all of this by the blood of Christ and through the cross. [v.13&16] Christ’s substitutionary atonement crushed/removed the separation between a holy God & sinful man. What does the blood of Jesus Christ do? What did the cross accomplish? - those who were far off have been brought near [v.13&17] - the blood & cross have eliminated the hostility between us & God brought peace [v.14&16] - they have removed the requirements of the law [v.15] - they have united the covenant people of God (Israel) with those outside (Gentiles) [v.15&16] - they have given both Jews & Gentiles access to the Father, through the Spirit [v.18] - they have given outsiders a seat at the table [v.19] - they have integrated individuals into God’s family (household) [v.19-22] Jesus’ blood on the cross has an effect on God, but it also has an effect on His people, too. We are brought near to the Father and we are brought near to one another. It’s vertical and it’s horizontal. Anyone who believes is made a citizen of heaven, but not just a citizen; now we're family. Previously, the Gentiles wouldn’t have even been allowed inside the Jewish temple, but now they are actually a part of it! Previously, you were not allowed into God’s presence because of your sin. But because of Christ, you are not only allowed into God’s presence, you are His child! Let's recap what Paul has been telling the Christians in Ephesus: - You were dead – now you’re alive. [v.2&5] - You were children of wrath – now you’re His workmanship. [v.3&10] - You were following this world, slaves to Satan – now you’re saturated in grace. [v.2&7] - You were once living for yourselves – now you have divine purpose (good works). [v.3&10] And now Paul adds: - You used to be separated from God’s people – now you are members of the same family. [v.12&19] - You used to have no access to God – now you have it because of Jesus Christ. [v.12&18] - You used to be strangers – now you are saints. [v.12&19] God accomplished all of this by the blood of Christ and through the cross. [v.13&16] Christ’s substitutionary atonement crushed/removed the separation between a holy God & sinful man. What does the blood of Jesus Christ do? What did the cross accomplish? - those who were far off have been brought near [v.13&17] - the blood & cross have eliminated the hostility between us & God brought peace [v.14&16] - they have removed the requirements of the law [v.15] - they have united the covenant people of God (Israel) with those outside (Gentiles) [v.15&16] - they have given both Jews & Gentiles access to the Father, through the Spirit [v.18] - they have given outsiders a seat at the table [v.19] - they have integrated individuals into God’s family (household) [v.19-22] Jesus’ blood on the cross has an effect on God, but it also has an effect on His people, too. We are brought near to the Father and we are brought near to one another. It’s vertical and it’s horizontal. Anyone who believes is made a citizen of heaven, but not just a citizen; now we're family. Previously, the Gentiles wouldn’t have even been allowed inside the Jewish temple, but now they are actually a part of it! Previously, you were not allowed into God’s presence because of your sin. But because of Christ, you are not only allowed into God’s presence, you are His child! Let's recap what Paul has been telling the Christians in Ephesus: - You were dead – now you’re alive. [v.2&5] - You were children of wrath – now you’re His workmanship. [v.3&10] - You were following this world, slaves to Satan – now you’re saturated in… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21482846/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_strangerssaintsephesians21122r/id/388506 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21482846 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, praise, sin, dead, total depravity, strangers, saints, substitutionary atonement, separation, , Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-2:22, Galatians 3:28-3:28, 1 Peter 2:5-2:5, Series: Ephesians: Part#8 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 20:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Reformation in the 16th century sought to reorient Christianity on the original message of Jesus and there were five pillars that they stood on. These are called the Five Solas: - Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible alone is our highest authority. - Sola Fide (“faith alone”): We are saved through faith alone in Jesus Christ. - Sola Gratia (“grace alone”): We are saved by the grace of God alone. - Solus Christus (“Christ alone”): Jesus Christ alone is our Lord, Savior, and King. - Soli Deo Gloria (“to the glory of God alone”): We live for the glory of God alone. Of those 5 solas, four of them are represented in the first two chapters of Ephesians, and three of them are in verses 8-10. These few verses are hugely important to our understanding of biblical salvation & justification. Grace is a blessing that is undeserved and unwarranted. It is a gift freely given based on the kindness of the giver to a recipient who has no claim to it. The whole plan and process of salvation comes from God as a gift, not from ourselves as the result of works or good things that we have done. We are not saved by good works, we are saved for good works. But notice the importance of the sequence. Good works are not the cause of salvation; they are the result of it. God saves us so that we would go into the world and do good works in His name, thus bringing Him glory (Matt. 5:16: “that they may see your good works and glorify the Father”). The very people who were naturally under God’s wrath have now been transformed into God’s own workmanship because of Christ. Walking in good works & obedience is a result and proof of our salvation. “Justification is by faith alone, but not by faith that is alone”. – Martin Luther ** "Appendix A" is available for download above by clicking "Download PDF" (it's the last page of the notes). The Reformation in the 16th century sought to reorient Christianity on the original message of Jesus and there were five pillars that they stood on. These are called the Five Solas: - Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible alone is our highest authority. - Sola Fide (“faith alone”): We are saved through faith alone in Jesus Christ. - Sola Gratia (“grace alone”): We are saved by the grace of God alone. - Solus Christus (“Christ alone”): Jesus Christ alone is our Lord, Savior, and King. - Soli Deo Gloria (“to the glory of God alone”): We live for the glory of God alone. Of those 5 solas, four of them are represented in the first two chapters of Ephesians, and three of them are in verses 8-10. These few verses are hugely important to our understanding of biblical salvation & justification. Grace is a blessing that is undeserved and unwarranted. It is a gift freely given based on the kindness of the giver to a recipient who has no claim to it. The whole plan and process of salvation comes from God as a gift, not from ourselves as the result of works or good things that we have done. We are not saved by good works, we are saved for good works. But notice the importance of the sequence. Good works are not the cause of salvation; they are the result of it. God saves us so that we would go into the world and do good works in His name, thus bringing Him glory (Matt. 5:16: “that they may see your good works and glorify the Father”). The very people who were naturally under God’s wrath have now been transformed into God’s own workmanship because of Christ. Walking in good works & obedience is a result and proof of our salvation. “Justification is by faith alone, but not by faith that is alone”. – Martin Luther ** "Appendix A" is available for download above by clicking "Download PDF" (it's the last page of the notes). The Reformation in the 16th century sought to reorient Christianity on the original message of Jesus and there were five pillars that they stood on. These are called the Five Solas: - Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible alone is our highest a… Rod Ohmes 2180 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21478569/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inbythroughforephesians2810rod/id/3373069.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21478569 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, preposition, Solas, Reformation, alone, good works, grace, faith, Scripture, Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-2:10, Series: Ephesians: Part#7 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 20:45:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Reformation in the 16th century sought to reorient Christianity on the original message of Jesus and there were five pillars that they stood on. These are called the Five Solas: - Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible alone is our highest authority. - Sola Fide (“faith alone”): We are saved through faith alone in Jesus Christ. - Sola Gratia (“grace alone”): We are saved by the grace of God alone. - Solus Christus (“Christ alone”): Jesus Christ alone is our Lord, Savior, and King. - Soli Deo Gloria (“to the glory of God alone”): We live for the glory of God alone. Of those 5 solas, four of them are represented in the first two chapters of Ephesians, and three of them are in verses 8-10. These few verses are hugely important to our understanding of biblical salvation & justification. Grace is a blessing that is undeserved and unwarranted. It is a gift freely given based on the kindness of the giver to a recipient who has no claim to it. The whole plan and process of salvation comes from God as a gift, not from ourselves as the result of works or good things that we have done. We are not saved by good works, we are saved for good works. But notice the importance of the sequence. Good works are not the cause of salvation; they are the result of it. God saves us so that we would go into the world and do good works in His name, thus bringing Him glory (Matt. 5:16: “that they may see your good works and glorify the Father”). The very people who were naturally under God’s wrath have now been transformed into God’s own workmanship because of Christ. Walking in good works & obedience is a result and proof of our salvation. “Justification is by faith alone, but not by faith that is alone”. – Martin Luther ** "Appendix A" is available for download above by clicking "Download PDF" (it's the last page of the notes). The Reformation in the 16th century sought to reorient Christianity on the original message of Jesus and there were five pillars that they stood on. These are called the Five Solas: - Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible alone is our highest authority. - Sola Fide (“faith alone”): We are saved through faith alone in Jesus Christ. - Sola Gratia (“grace alone”): We are saved by the grace of God alone. - Solus Christus (“Christ alone”): Jesus Christ alone is our Lord, Savior, and King. - Soli Deo Gloria (“to the glory of God alone”): We live for the glory of God alone. Of those 5 solas, four of them are represented in the first two chapters of Ephesians, and three of them are in verses 8-10. These few verses are hugely important to our understanding of biblical salvation & justification. Grace is a blessing that is undeserved and unwarranted. It is a gift freely given based on the kindness of the giver to a recipient who has no claim to it. The whole plan and process of salvation comes from God as a gift, not from ourselves as the result of works or good things that we have done. We are not saved by good works, we are saved for good works. But notice the importance of the sequence. Good works are not the cause of salvation; they are the result of it. God saves us so that we would go into the world and do good works in His name, thus bringing Him glory (Matt. 5:16: “that they may see your good works and glorify the Father”). The very people who were naturally under God’s wrath have now been transformed into God’s own workmanship because of Christ. Walking in good works & obedience is a result and proof of our salvation. “Justification is by faith alone, but not by faith that is alone”. – Martin Luther ** "Appendix A" is available for download above by clicking "Download PDF" (it's the last page of the notes). The Reformation in the 16th century sought to reorient Christianity on the original message of Jesus and there were five pillars that they stood on. These are called the Five Solas: - Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible alone is our highest a… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21478569/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inbythroughforephesians2810rod/id/388147 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21478569 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, preposition, Solas, Reformation, alone, good works, grace, faith, Scripture, Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-2:10, Series: Ephesians: Part#7 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We are dead in our trespasses and sins, hopeless apart from Christ..."But God"... Those two words are the difference between death and life, between despair and hope, between hell and heaven. In Christ, God has never-ending mercies for those who believe. When the Bible says “Christ died for you” it means that He died in your place. Too many people hear that Jesus died for them and believe that Jesus just got to it before they could, and they were going to pay God back for their sin on their own eventually. While they might appreciate the "free pass", people who believe this haven’t truly embraced Jesus as their substitute (Rom. 3:23-25). You aren’t really alive until you have been saved by God’s grace. Paul is contrasting our deadness apart from Christ with the life that only comes to us in Christ. Being raised from the dead is all of grace. You have been saved (past tense), you are being saved (present tense), and you will be saved (future tense). Paul says that believers have been made alive with Christ, raised with Christ, and are seated with Christ in the heavenlies. Paul is emphasizing a believer's union with Christ. Believers are synced with Christ, and what God did for Jesus He does for those who believe. Question: Why would God do such a remarkable thing for people who were His enemies? Answer: We have been shown grace so that we might be a demonstration of God’s grace forever, to the praise of His glory! **"But For Grace" by Matt Papa, (c) 2010 Centricity Music, CCLI#1741207 We are dead in our trespasses and sins, hopeless apart from Christ..."But God"... Those two words are the difference between death and life, between despair and hope, between hell and heaven. In Christ, God has never-ending mercies for those who believe. When the Bible says “Christ died for you” it means that He died in your place. Too many people hear that Jesus died for them and believe that Jesus just got to it before they could, and they were going to pay God back for their sin on their own eventually. While they might appreciate the "free pass", people who believe this haven’t truly embraced Jesus as their substitute (Rom. 3:23-25). You aren’t really alive until you have been saved by God’s grace. Paul is contrasting our deadness apart from Christ with the life that only comes to us in Christ. Being raised from the dead is all of grace. You have been saved (past tense), you are being saved (present tense), and you will be saved (future tense). Paul says that believers have been made alive with Christ, raised with Christ, and are seated with Christ in the heavenlies. Paul is emphasizing a believer's union with Christ. Believers are synced with Christ, and what God did for Jesus He does for those who believe. Question: Why would God do such a remarkable thing for people who were His enemies? Answer: We have been shown grace so that we might be a demonstration of God’s grace forever, to the praise of His glory! **"But For Grace" by Matt Papa, (c) 2010 Centricity Music, CCLI#1741207 We are dead in our trespasses and sins, hopeless apart from Christ..."But God"... Those two words are the difference between death and life, between despair and hope, between hell and heaven. In Christ, God has never-ending mercies for those who beli… Rod Ohmes 2670 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21475063/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwomostbeautifulwordsintheb/id/3369696.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21475063 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, praise, sin, dead, children of wrath, total depravity, love, but God, mercies, Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-2:7, Colossians 2:12-2:14, Series: Ephesians: Part#6 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:01:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We are dead in our trespasses and sins, hopeless apart from Christ..."But God"... Those two words are the difference between death and life, between despair and hope, between hell and heaven. In Christ, God has never-ending mercies for those who believe. When the Bible says “Christ died for you” it means that He died in your place. Too many people hear that Jesus died for them and believe that Jesus just got to it before they could, and they were going to pay God back for their sin on their own eventually. While they might appreciate the "free pass", people who believe this haven’t truly embraced Jesus as their substitute (Rom. 3:23-25). You aren’t really alive until you have been saved by God’s grace. Paul is contrasting our deadness apart from Christ with the life that only comes to us in Christ. Being raised from the dead is all of grace. You have been saved (past tense), you are being saved (present tense), and you will be saved (future tense). Paul says that believers have been made alive with Christ, raised with Christ, and are seated with Christ in the heavenlies. Paul is emphasizing a believer's union with Christ. Believers are synced with Christ, and what God did for Jesus He does for those who believe. Question: Why would God do such a remarkable thing for people who were His enemies? Answer: We have been shown grace so that we might be a demonstration of God’s grace forever, to the praise of His glory! **"But For Grace" by Matt Papa, (c) 2010 Centricity Music, CCLI#1741207 We are dead in our trespasses and sins, hopeless apart from Christ..."But God"... Those two words are the difference between death and life, between despair and hope, between hell and heaven. In Christ, God has never-ending mercies for those who believe. When the Bible says “Christ died for you” it means that He died in your place. Too many people hear that Jesus died for them and believe that Jesus just got to it before they could, and they were going to pay God back for their sin on their own eventually. While they might appreciate the "free pass", people who believe this haven’t truly embraced Jesus as their substitute (Rom. 3:23-25). You aren’t really alive until you have been saved by God’s grace. Paul is contrasting our deadness apart from Christ with the life that only comes to us in Christ. Being raised from the dead is all of grace. You have been saved (past tense), you are being saved (present tense), and you will be saved (future tense). Paul says that believers have been made alive with Christ, raised with Christ, and are seated with Christ in the heavenlies. Paul is emphasizing a believer's union with Christ. Believers are synced with Christ, and what God did for Jesus He does for those who believe. Question: Why would God do such a remarkable thing for people who were His enemies? Answer: We have been shown grace so that we might be a demonstration of God’s grace forever, to the praise of His glory! **"But For Grace" by Matt Papa, (c) 2010 Centricity Music, CCLI#1741207 We are dead in our trespasses and sins, hopeless apart from Christ..."But God"... Those two words are the difference between death and life, between despair and hope, between hell and heaven. In Christ, God has never-ending mercies for those who beli… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21475063/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwomostbeautifulwordsintheb/id/387833 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21475063 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, praise, sin, dead, children of wrath, total depravity, love, but God, mercies, Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-2:7, Colossians 2:12-2:14, Series: Ephesians: Part#6 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 15:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes No matter where you come from, no matter your earthly standing – everyone is in the same leaky and sinking ship, and without some kind of sovereign intervention, there will be no survivors. Paul illustrates the condition of EVERY person apart from Christ using 3 descriptions: dead [v.1], disobedient [v.2-3a], and doomed [v.3b]. Were it not for His grace, we would be miserable and yet totally content to remain in our sin. Our sin is widespread and far reaching, but there is hope of redemption and forgiveness of sins through the sacrifice and blood of Jesus Christ. In Ephesians 2:1-3, Paul has set the stage for a magnificent contrast between the ugliness of sin and the beauty of the Savior. If your heart is nothing but a canvas painted with the darkness of your sin, remember these two words that make all the difference in eternity – “But God…” In Ephesians 2:1-3 the Holy Spirit leads Paul to call our attention to the reality that our sin is great, but God’s love is greater. No matter where you come from, no matter your earthly standing – everyone is in the same leaky and sinking ship, and without some kind of sovereign intervention, there will be no survivors. Paul illustrates the condition of EVERY person apart from Christ using 3 descriptions: dead [v.1], disobedient [v.2-3a], and doomed [v.3b]. Were it not for His grace, we would be miserable and yet totally content to remain in our sin. Our sin is widespread and far reaching, but there is hope of redemption and forgiveness of sins through the sacrifice and blood of Jesus Christ. In Ephesians 2:1-3, Paul has set the stage for a magnificent contrast between the ugliness of sin and the beauty of the Savior. If your heart is nothing but a canvas painted with the darkness of your sin, remember these two words that make all the difference in eternity – “But God…” In Ephesians 2:1-3 the Holy Spirit leads Paul to call our attention to the reality that our sin is great, but God’s love is greater. No matter where you come from, no matter your earthly standing – everyone is in the same leaky and sinking ship, and without some kind of sovereign intervention, there will be no survivors. Paul illustrates the condition of EVERY person apart from Chr… Rod Ohmes 1961 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21471108/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_withoutchristephesians213rodoh/id/3365898.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21471108 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, praise, sin, dead, disobedient, doomed, children of wrath, total depravity, Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-2:3, Series: Ephesians: Part#5 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 15:46:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes No matter where you come from, no matter your earthly standing – everyone is in the same leaky and sinking ship, and without some kind of sovereign intervention, there will be no survivors. Paul illustrates the condition of EVERY person apart from Christ using 3 descriptions: dead [v.1], disobedient [v.2-3a], and doomed [v.3b]. Were it not for His grace, we would be miserable and yet totally content to remain in our sin. Our sin is widespread and far reaching, but there is hope of redemption and forgiveness of sins through the sacrifice and blood of Jesus Christ. In Ephesians 2:1-3, Paul has set the stage for a magnificent contrast between the ugliness of sin and the beauty of the Savior. If your heart is nothing but a canvas painted with the darkness of your sin, remember these two words that make all the difference in eternity – “But God…” In Ephesians 2:1-3 the Holy Spirit leads Paul to call our attention to the reality that our sin is great, but God’s love is greater. No matter where you come from, no matter your earthly standing – everyone is in the same leaky and sinking ship, and without some kind of sovereign intervention, there will be no survivors. Paul illustrates the condition of EVERY person apart from Christ using 3 descriptions: dead [v.1], disobedient [v.2-3a], and doomed [v.3b]. Were it not for His grace, we would be miserable and yet totally content to remain in our sin. Our sin is widespread and far reaching, but there is hope of redemption and forgiveness of sins through the sacrifice and blood of Jesus Christ. In Ephesians 2:1-3, Paul has set the stage for a magnificent contrast between the ugliness of sin and the beauty of the Savior. If your heart is nothing but a canvas painted with the darkness of your sin, remember these two words that make all the difference in eternity – “But God…” In Ephesians 2:1-3 the Holy Spirit leads Paul to call our attention to the reality that our sin is great, but God’s love is greater. No matter where you come from, no matter your earthly standing – everyone is in the same leaky and sinking ship, and without some kind of sovereign intervention, there will be no survivors. Paul illustrates the condition of EVERY person apart from Chr… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21471108/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_withoutchristephesians213rodoh/id/387446 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21471108 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, praise, sin, dead, disobedient, doomed, children of wrath, total depravity, Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-2:3, Series: Ephesians: Part#5 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Paul’s prayer includes three parts: thanksgiving, intercession, and praise. Thanksgiving: Paul thanks God for the believers faith in Christ and love for one another, recognizing that these are gifts given to true believers. The church wasn't perfect, but Paul was looking for glimpses of grace in their lives. Intercession: Paul pleads with God to teach them, to open the eyes of their hearts to really know Him. Paul wants them to see the hope of “His calling”, the glory of “His inheritance”, and the greatness of “His power”. These are things that God possesses and freely gives to believers, including the power of the indwelling Spirit. Praise: In a day of absolute Roman rule, Paul suggests that Caesar is not really the most powerful entity. Paul is saying that every other power is not just inferior to Christ – they are also subject to Him. Caesar's power is nothing compared to Jesus'. As Jesus Christ “fills all in all”, the Church – filled up by Christ – then fills the rest of creation as His representatives. We are totally dependent on Jesus. - Will you pray like Paul with thankfulness, intercession, & praise? - Will you look for glimpses of grace is your life and in others’ lives? - Will you live differently knowing that He fills all in all? Paul’s prayer includes three parts: thanksgiving, intercession, and praise. Thanksgiving: Paul thanks God for the believers faith in Christ and love for one another, recognizing that these are gifts given to true believers. The church wasn't perfect, but Paul was looking for glimpses of grace in their lives. Intercession: Paul pleads with God to teach them, to open the eyes of their hearts to really know Him. Paul wants them to see the hope of “His calling”, the glory of “His inheritance”, and the greatness of “His power”. These are things that God possesses and freely gives to believers, including the power of the indwelling Spirit. Praise: In a day of absolute Roman rule, Paul suggests that Caesar is not really the most powerful entity. Paul is saying that every other power is not just inferior to Christ – they are also subject to Him. Caesar's power is nothing compared to Jesus'. As Jesus Christ “fills all in all”, the Church – filled up by Christ – then fills the rest of creation as His representatives. We are totally dependent on Jesus. - Will you pray like Paul with thankfulness, intercession, & praise? - Will you look for glimpses of grace is your life and in others’ lives? - Will you live differently knowing that He fills all in all? Paul’s prayer includes three parts: thanksgiving, intercession, and praise. Thanksgiving: Paul thanks God for the believers faith in Christ and love for one another, recognizing that these are gifts given to true believers. The church wasn't perfect,… Rod Ohmes 2499 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21463083/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aboveallephesians11523rodohmes/id/3362055.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21463083 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, prayer, thanksgiving, intercession, praise, pray above all, Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-1:23, Series: Ephesians: Part#4 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Paul’s prayer includes three parts: thanksgiving, intercession, and praise. Thanksgiving: Paul thanks God for the believers faith in Christ and love for one another, recognizing that these are gifts given to true believers. The church wasn't perfect, but Paul was looking for glimpses of grace in their lives. Intercession: Paul pleads with God to teach them, to open the eyes of their hearts to really know Him. Paul wants them to see the hope of “His calling”, the glory of “His inheritance”, and the greatness of “His power”. These are things that God possesses and freely gives to believers, including the power of the indwelling Spirit. Praise: In a day of absolute Roman rule, Paul suggests that Caesar is not really the most powerful entity. Paul is saying that every other power is not just inferior to Christ – they are also subject to Him. Caesar's power is nothing compared to Jesus'. As Jesus Christ “fills all in all”, the Church – filled up by Christ – then fills the rest of creation as His representatives. We are totally dependent on Jesus. - Will you pray like Paul with thankfulness, intercession, & praise? - Will you look for glimpses of grace is your life and in others’ lives? - Will you live differently knowing that He fills all in all? Paul’s prayer includes three parts: thanksgiving, intercession, and praise. Thanksgiving: Paul thanks God for the believers faith in Christ and love for one another, recognizing that these are gifts given to true believers. The church wasn't perfect, but Paul was looking for glimpses of grace in their lives. Intercession: Paul pleads with God to teach them, to open the eyes of their hearts to really know Him. Paul wants them to see the hope of “His calling”, the glory of “His inheritance”, and the greatness of “His power”. These are things that God possesses and freely gives to believers, including the power of the indwelling Spirit. Praise: In a day of absolute Roman rule, Paul suggests that Caesar is not really the most powerful entity. Paul is saying that every other power is not just inferior to Christ – they are also subject to Him. Caesar's power is nothing compared to Jesus'. As Jesus Christ “fills all in all”, the Church – filled up by Christ – then fills the rest of creation as His representatives. We are totally dependent on Jesus. - Will you pray like Paul with thankfulness, intercession, & praise? - Will you look for glimpses of grace is your life and in others’ lives? - Will you live differently knowing that He fills all in all? Paul’s prayer includes three parts: thanksgiving, intercession, and praise. Thanksgiving: Paul thanks God for the believers faith in Christ and love for one another, recognizing that these are gifts given to true believers. The church wasn't perfect,… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21463083/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aboveallephesians11523rodohmes/id/387149 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21463083 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, believe, prayer, thanksgiving, intercession, praise, pray above all, Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-1:23, Series: Ephesians: Part#4 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 19:36:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The work of the Father in predestining, the work of the Son in redeeming, and the work of the Spirit in assuring believers are gloriously weaved together! None of Christ’s work can be severed from the Father’s sovereign choice in salvation or the Spirit’s guarantee of our inheritance. Redeem means "to buy back". 1 Cor. 6:19-20, “You are not your own, for you were bought with a price.” Every created thing belongs to God, because God is the Creator of it all, but that doesn’t mean that all people are His children. If all were His children, then all would be saved, but all are not saved. Christ’s sacrifice is sufficient to save all who believe. - John 3:16, “whosoever believes in Him…will have eternal life”. - John 6:47, “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life.” - Acts 16:31, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved”. So does the death of Jesus Christ make us save-able, or does it make us saved? Let's be clear, Jesus went to the cross assured of what He would do and how His sheep will respond (Jn. 10:15). If you believe, your sin has been forgiven – nailed to the cross – by the redeeming blood of Jesus. God has revealed His eternal & unchanging plan and it revolves around His Son, the Redeemer. The Holy Spirit is the “guarantee of our inheritance", to the praise of His glory. Believer – your standing before God is sure because of the indwelling guarantee of the Spirit and the work of Christ as our constant Advocate. The work of the Father in predestining, the work of the Son in redeeming, and the work of the Spirit in assuring believers are gloriously weaved together! None of Christ’s work can be severed from the Father’s sovereign choice in salvation or the Spirit’s guarantee of our inheritance. Redeem means "to buy back". 1 Cor. 6:19-20, “You are not your own, for you were bought with a price.” Every created thing belongs to God, because God is the Creator of it all, but that doesn’t mean that all people are His children. If all were His children, then all would be saved, but all are not saved. Christ’s sacrifice is sufficient to save all who believe. - John 3:16, “whosoever believes in Him…will have eternal life”. - John 6:47, “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life.” - Acts 16:31, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved”. So does the death of Jesus Christ make us save-able, or does it make us saved? Let's be clear, Jesus went to the cross assured of what He would do and how His sheep will respond (Jn. 10:15). If you believe, your sin has been forgiven – nailed to the cross – by the redeeming blood of Jesus. God has revealed His eternal & unchanging plan and it revolves around His Son, the Redeemer. The Holy Spirit is the “guarantee of our inheritance", to the praise of His glory. Believer – your standing before God is sure because of the indwelling guarantee of the Spirit and the work of Christ as our constant Advocate. The work of the Father in predestining, the work of the Son in redeeming, and the work of the Spirit in assuring believers are gloriously weaved together! None of Christ’s work can be severed from the Father’s sovereign choice in salvation or the Spiri… Rod Ohmes 2492 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21467183/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_redemptionforgivenessinheritan/id/3362159.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21467183 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, grace, believe, election, predestination, redemption, forgiveness, inheritance, seal, guarantee, Spirit, Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-1:14, Series: Ephesians: Part#3 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 19:36:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The work of the Father in predestining, the work of the Son in redeeming, and the work of the Spirit in assuring believers are gloriously weaved together! None of Christ’s work can be severed from the Father’s sovereign choice in salvation or the Spirit’s guarantee of our inheritance. Redeem means "to buy back". 1 Cor. 6:19-20, “You are not your own, for you were bought with a price.” Every created thing belongs to God, because God is the Creator of it all, but that doesn’t mean that all people are His children. If all were His children, then all would be saved, but all are not saved. Christ’s sacrifice is sufficient to save all who believe. - John 3:16, “whosoever believes in Him…will have eternal life”. - John 6:47, “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life.” - Acts 16:31, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved”. So does the death of Jesus Christ make us save-able, or does it make us saved? Let's be clear, Jesus went to the cross assured of what He would do and how His sheep will respond (Jn. 10:15). If you believe, your sin has been forgiven – nailed to the cross – by the redeeming blood of Jesus. God has revealed His eternal & unchanging plan and it revolves around His Son, the Redeemer. The Holy Spirit is the “guarantee of our inheritance", to the praise of His glory. Believer – your standing before God is sure because of the indwelling guarantee of the Spirit and the work of Christ as our constant Advocate. The work of the Father in predestining, the work of the Son in redeeming, and the work of the Spirit in assuring believers are gloriously weaved together! None of Christ’s work can be severed from the Father’s sovereign choice in salvation or the Spirit’s guarantee of our inheritance. Redeem means "to buy back". 1 Cor. 6:19-20, “You are not your own, for you were bought with a price.” Every created thing belongs to God, because God is the Creator of it all, but that doesn’t mean that all people are His children. If all were His children, then all would be saved, but all are not saved. Christ’s sacrifice is sufficient to save all who believe. - John 3:16, “whosoever believes in Him…will have eternal life”. - John 6:47, “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life.” - Acts 16:31, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved”. So does the death of Jesus Christ make us save-able, or does it make us saved? Let's be clear, Jesus went to the cross assured of what He would do and how His sheep will respond (Jn. 10:15). If you believe, your sin has been forgiven – nailed to the cross – by the redeeming blood of Jesus. God has revealed His eternal & unchanging plan and it revolves around His Son, the Redeemer. The Holy Spirit is the “guarantee of our inheritance", to the praise of His glory. Believer – your standing before God is sure because of the indwelling guarantee of the Spirit and the work of Christ as our constant Advocate. The work of the Father in predestining, the work of the Son in redeeming, and the work of the Spirit in assuring believers are gloriously weaved together! None of Christ’s work can be severed from the Father’s sovereign choice in salvation or the Spiri… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21467183/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_redemptionforgivenessinheritan/id/387163 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21467183 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, grace, believe, election, predestination, redemption, forgiveness, inheritance, seal, guarantee, Spirit, Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-1:14, Series: Ephesians: Part#3 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Worship is not a secondary issue for Paul – it’s primary, as evidenced here as he begins this long sentence with praise to God. He starts by reminding his listeners of all the incredible blessings that are theirs "in Christ" (this phrase shows up 11 times in the first 12 verses). All these blessings are from God and for God - "to the praise of His glory". While there's much to discover of God's sovereignty in these verses, let's not forget that it's all intended to make us into a people of praise. - The Father chose, predestined, and adopted people for Himself. (vs 3-6) - Through the shed blood of the Son sinners have redemption and forgiveness. (vs 7-12) - The Spirit "seals" and "guarantees" that all those whom the Father gives to Jesus will come to Him. (vs 13-14) A true revelation of the nature of God will always result in praise from His people! God sovereignly saves sinners so they might be holy and blameless before Him - this is His good purpose in election. If God doesn’t choose no one would be saved, because our wills are bound by sin, making us dead to righteousness (Rom. 3, Eph. 2). If God has saved you - if you are His child - then you are here on purpose. God lovingly and intentionally brings saved sinners into His forever family. Worship is not a secondary issue for Paul – it’s primary, as evidenced here as he begins this long sentence with praise to God. He starts by reminding his listeners of all the incredible blessings that are theirs "in Christ" (this phrase shows up 11 times in the first 12 verses). All these blessings are from God and for God - "to the praise of His glory". While there's much to discover of God's sovereignty in these verses, let's not forget that it's all intended to make us into a people of praise. - The Father chose, predestined, and adopted people for Himself. (vs 3-6) - Through the shed blood of the Son sinners have redemption and forgiveness. (vs 7-12) - The Spirit "seals" and "guarantees" that all those whom the Father gives to Jesus will come to Him. (vs 13-14) A true revelation of the nature of God will always result in praise from His people! God sovereignly saves sinners so they might be holy and blameless before Him - this is His good purpose in election. If God doesn’t choose no one would be saved, because our wills are bound by sin, making us dead to righteousness (Rom. 3, Eph. 2). If God has saved you - if you are His child - then you are here on purpose. God lovingly and intentionally brings saved sinners into His forever family. Worship is not a secondary issue for Paul – it’s primary, as evidenced here as he begins this long sentence with praise to God. He starts by reminding his listeners of all the incredible blessings that are theirs "in Christ" (this phrase shows up 11 ti… Rod Ohmes 2948 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21459600/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inchristephesians136rodohmes/id/3354927.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21459600 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, grace, believe, election, predestination, adoption, Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-1:6, Series: Ephesians: Part#2 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Worship is not a secondary issue for Paul – it’s primary, as evidenced here as he begins this long sentence with praise to God. He starts by reminding his listeners of all the incredible blessings that are theirs "in Christ" (this phrase shows up 11 times in the first 12 verses). All these blessings are from God and for God - "to the praise of His glory". While there's much to discover of God's sovereignty in these verses, let's not forget that it's all intended to make us into a people of praise. - The Father chose, predestined, and adopted people for Himself. (vs 3-6) - Through the shed blood of the Son sinners have redemption and forgiveness. (vs 7-12) - The Spirit "seals" and "guarantees" that all those whom the Father gives to Jesus will come to Him. (vs 13-14) A true revelation of the nature of God will always result in praise from His people! God sovereignly saves sinners so they might be holy and blameless before Him - this is His good purpose in election. If God doesn’t choose no one would be saved, because our wills are bound by sin, making us dead to righteousness (Rom. 3, Eph. 2). If God has saved you - if you are His child - then you are here on purpose. God lovingly and intentionally brings saved sinners into His forever family. Worship is not a secondary issue for Paul – it’s primary, as evidenced here as he begins this long sentence with praise to God. He starts by reminding his listeners of all the incredible blessings that are theirs "in Christ" (this phrase shows up 11 times in the first 12 verses). All these blessings are from God and for God - "to the praise of His glory". While there's much to discover of God's sovereignty in these verses, let's not forget that it's all intended to make us into a people of praise. - The Father chose, predestined, and adopted people for Himself. (vs 3-6) - Through the shed blood of the Son sinners have redemption and forgiveness. (vs 7-12) - The Spirit "seals" and "guarantees" that all those whom the Father gives to Jesus will come to Him. (vs 13-14) A true revelation of the nature of God will always result in praise from His people! God sovereignly saves sinners so they might be holy and blameless before Him - this is His good purpose in election. If God doesn’t choose no one would be saved, because our wills are bound by sin, making us dead to righteousness (Rom. 3, Eph. 2). If God has saved you - if you are His child - then you are here on purpose. God lovingly and intentionally brings saved sinners into His forever family. Worship is not a secondary issue for Paul – it’s primary, as evidenced here as he begins this long sentence with praise to God. He starts by reminding his listeners of all the incredible blessings that are theirs "in Christ" (this phrase shows up 11 ti… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21459600/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inchristephesians136rodohmes/id/386586 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21459600 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, grace, believe, election, predestination, adoption, Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-1:6, Series: Ephesians: Part#2 Mon, 16 Sep 2019 03:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Because we are “in Christ”, we are secure in Him even when opposition or difficulties arise. The identity of every believer is firmly bound up “in Christ”. Ephesus was a city wrapped up in idolatry, immorality, and spiritual warfare. Paul's letter the to the churches in and around Ephesus was one of encouragement and instruction, full of truth and grace. In it he explores and expounds the love of God in beautiful ways. Because we are “in Christ”, we are secure in Him even when opposition or difficulties arise. The identity of every believer is firmly bound up “in Christ”. Ephesus was a city wrapped up in idolatry, immorality, and spiritual warfare. Paul's letter the to the churches in and around Ephesus was one of encouragement and instruction, full of truth and grace. In it he explores and expounds the love of God in beautiful ways. Because we are “in Christ”, we are secure in Him even when opposition or difficulties arise. The identity of every believer is firmly bound up “in Christ”. Ephesus was a city wrapped up in idolatry, immorality, and spiritual warfare. Paul's letter the … Rod Ohmes 2365 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21455346/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_introductionephesians112rodohm/id/3351074.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21455346 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, Ephesus, Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-1:2, Series: Ephesians: Part#1 Mon, 16 Sep 2019 03:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Because we are “in Christ”, we are secure in Him even when opposition or difficulties arise. The identity of every believer is firmly bound up “in Christ”. Ephesus was a city wrapped up in idolatry, immorality, and spiritual warfare. Paul's letter the to the churches in and around Ephesus was one of encouragement and instruction, full of truth and grace. In it he explores and expounds the love of God in beautiful ways. Because we are “in Christ”, we are secure in Him even when opposition or difficulties arise. The identity of every believer is firmly bound up “in Christ”. Ephesus was a city wrapped up in idolatry, immorality, and spiritual warfare. Paul's letter the to the churches in and around Ephesus was one of encouragement and instruction, full of truth and grace. In it he explores and expounds the love of God in beautiful ways. Because we are “in Christ”, we are secure in Him even when opposition or difficulties arise. The identity of every believer is firmly bound up “in Christ”. Ephesus was a city wrapped up in idolatry, immorality, and spiritual warfare. Paul's letter the … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21455346/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_introductionephesians112rodohm/id/386229 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21455346 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Ephesians, in Christ, Ephesus, Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-1:2, Series: Ephesians: Part#1 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 19:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If Christ has saved you, you are a member of His body and you have a job to do in His Church. You belong. You have something unique and wonderful to offer that the rest of the body of Christ needs. We don't determine our giftedness any more than we determine our eye color. God has arranged the members of the body “as he chooses”. God decides, not us. It may seem obvious, but Paul makes sure his readers understand that we are all connected in Christ. Not only that, but we are gifted for a particular reason - "...for the common good" (1 Cor. 12:7). No matter what gift you have or what you think of the gifts given to those in the church, they were all given to build up the church, not divide it. We were designed to need each other, but we are often tempted to feel useless or self-sufficient in the church. The root of both is pride, thinking about ourselves too much. And both viewpoints reveal a lack of trust in the wisdom of God. In the Church, God's good design in that there is unity in the midst of diversity. The Church will not be known for its pastors. It will not be known for its buildings. It will not be known for its programs. Jesus says the Church will be known for how we love one another. (Jn. 13:35) Despite what you think about the church, despite even the poor example that the church & its members have set at times over the years, God is calling you to be a part of it, to make it more complete, to operate in your unique giftedness, for His glory and for the good of the church. This is all, as Paul puts it in 1 Cor. 12:18, “according to His design”. If Christ has saved you, you are a member of His body and you have a job to do in His Church. You belong. You have something unique and wonderful to offer that the rest of the body of Christ needs. We don't determine our giftedness any more than we determine our eye color. God has arranged the members of the body “as he chooses”. God decides, not us. It may seem obvious, but Paul makes sure his readers understand that we are all connected in Christ. Not only that, but we are gifted for a particular reason - "...for the common good" (1 Cor. 12:7). No matter what gift you have or what you think of the gifts given to those in the church, they were all given to build up the church, not divide it. We were designed to need each other, but we are often tempted to feel useless or self-sufficient in the church. The root of both is pride, thinking about ourselves too much. And both viewpoints reveal a lack of trust in the wisdom of God. In the Church, God's good design in that there is unity in the midst of diversity. The Church will not be known for its pastors. It will not be known for its buildings. It will not be known for its programs. Jesus says the Church will be known for how we love one another. (Jn. 13:35) Despite what you think about the church, despite even the poor example that the church & its members have set at times over the years, God is calling you to be a part of it, to make it more complete, to operate in your unique giftedness, for His glory and for the good of the church. This is all, as Paul puts it in 1 Cor. 12:18, “according to His design”. If Christ has saved you, you are a member of His body and you have a job to do in His Church. You belong. You have something unique and wonderful to offer that the rest of the body of Christ needs. We don't determine our giftedness any more than we d… Rod Ohmes 2323 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21450487/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_accordingtohisdesignrodohmes/id/3346456.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21450487 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, members, useless, self-sufficient, pride, healthy, one another, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-12:27, Series: Together: Part#10 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 19:08:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If Christ has saved you, you are a member of His body and you have a job to do in His Church. You belong. You have something unique and wonderful to offer that the rest of the body of Christ needs. We don't determine our giftedness any more than we determine our eye color. God has arranged the members of the body “as he chooses”. God decides, not us. It may seem obvious, but Paul makes sure his readers understand that we are all connected in Christ. Not only that, but we are gifted for a particular reason - "...for the common good" (1 Cor. 12:7). No matter what gift you have or what you think of the gifts given to those in the church, they were all given to build up the church, not divide it. We were designed to need each other, but we are often tempted to feel useless or self-sufficient in the church. The root of both is pride, thinking about ourselves too much. And both viewpoints reveal a lack of trust in the wisdom of God. In the Church, God's good design in that there is unity in the midst of diversity. The Church will not be known for its pastors. It will not be known for its buildings. It will not be known for its programs. Jesus says the Church will be known for how we love one another. (Jn. 13:35) Despite what you think about the church, despite even the poor example that the church & its members have set at times over the years, God is calling you to be a part of it, to make it more complete, to operate in your unique giftedness, for His glory and for the good of the church. This is all, as Paul puts it in 1 Cor. 12:18, “according to His design”. If Christ has saved you, you are a member of His body and you have a job to do in His Church. You belong. You have something unique and wonderful to offer that the rest of the body of Christ needs. We don't determine our giftedness any more than we determine our eye color. God has arranged the members of the body “as he chooses”. God decides, not us. It may seem obvious, but Paul makes sure his readers understand that we are all connected in Christ. Not only that, but we are gifted for a particular reason - "...for the common good" (1 Cor. 12:7). No matter what gift you have or what you think of the gifts given to those in the church, they were all given to build up the church, not divide it. We were designed to need each other, but we are often tempted to feel useless or self-sufficient in the church. The root of both is pride, thinking about ourselves too much. And both viewpoints reveal a lack of trust in the wisdom of God. In the Church, God's good design in that there is unity in the midst of diversity. The Church will not be known for its pastors. It will not be known for its buildings. It will not be known for its programs. Jesus says the Church will be known for how we love one another. (Jn. 13:35) Despite what you think about the church, despite even the poor example that the church & its members have set at times over the years, God is calling you to be a part of it, to make it more complete, to operate in your unique giftedness, for His glory and for the good of the church. This is all, as Paul puts it in 1 Cor. 12:18, “according to His design”. If Christ has saved you, you are a member of His body and you have a job to do in His Church. You belong. You have something unique and wonderful to offer that the rest of the body of Christ needs. We don't determine our giftedness any more than we d… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21450487/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_accordingtohisdesignrodohmes/id/385830 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21450487 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, members, useless, self-sufficient, pride, healthy, one another, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-12:27, Series: Together: Part#10 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 14:35:00 +0000 Mike Capps What exactly is the “Great Commission” and what does it mean in light of our modern world? Does it apply to us small rural churches? Is it a corporate responsibility, or an individual one? Every first-century church was the direct result of missionaries like Paul, who went out and shared the Gospel, establishing local churches and building relationships with them. Our desire to share the Gospel should be driven by love and concern for the lost and an urgency spurred by the fact that hell is real and the lost will be separated from God for eternity. If the body is healthy within the church, then a part of that is disciple making within the body here. We can’t go out and make disciples and teach unless we can put it into practice here first. The Great Commission starts in the local church. “The whole book of Acts centers around not just individual evangelizing and discipling, but evangelizing and discipling in the context of the local church. The story of the spread of the Gospel is the is the story of local churches.” - Mark Dever in "Understanding the Great Commission" What exactly is the “Great Commission” and what does it mean in light of our modern world? Does it apply to us small rural churches? Is it a corporate responsibility, or an individual one? Every first-century church was the direct result of missionaries like Paul, who went out and shared the Gospel, establishing local churches and building relationships with them. Our desire to share the Gospel should be driven by love and concern for the lost and an urgency spurred by the fact that hell is real and the lost will be separated from God for eternity. If the body is healthy within the church, then a part of that is disciple making within the body here. We can’t go out and make disciples and teach unless we can put it into practice here first. The Great Commission starts in the local church. “The whole book of Acts centers around not just individual evangelizing and discipling, but evangelizing and discipling in the context of the local church. The story of the spread of the Gospel is the is the story of local churches.” - Mark Dever in "Understanding the Great Commission" What exactly is the “Great Commission” and what does it mean in light of our modern world? Does it apply to us small rural churches? Is it a corporate responsibility, or an individual one? Every first-century church was the direct result of missionar… Mike Capps 1920 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21446325/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywegomikecapps/id/3342488.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21446325 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, go, Great Commission, missions, preach, Gospel, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20, Romans 10:1-10:15, Acts 15:22-15:22, Series: Together: Part#9 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 14:35:00 +0000 Mike Capps What exactly is the “Great Commission” and what does it mean in light of our modern world? Does it apply to us small rural churches? Is it a corporate responsibility, or an individual one? Every first-century church was the direct result of missionaries like Paul, who went out and shared the Gospel, establishing local churches and building relationships with them. Our desire to share the Gospel should be driven by love and concern for the lost and an urgency spurred by the fact that hell is real and the lost will be separated from God for eternity. If the body is healthy within the church, then a part of that is disciple making within the body here. We can’t go out and make disciples and teach unless we can put it into practice here first. The Great Commission starts in the local church. “The whole book of Acts centers around not just individual evangelizing and discipling, but evangelizing and discipling in the context of the local church. The story of the spread of the Gospel is the is the story of local churches.” - Mark Dever in "Understanding the Great Commission" What exactly is the “Great Commission” and what does it mean in light of our modern world? Does it apply to us small rural churches? Is it a corporate responsibility, or an individual one? Every first-century church was the direct result of missionaries like Paul, who went out and shared the Gospel, establishing local churches and building relationships with them. Our desire to share the Gospel should be driven by love and concern for the lost and an urgency spurred by the fact that hell is real and the lost will be separated from God for eternity. If the body is healthy within the church, then a part of that is disciple making within the body here. We can’t go out and make disciples and teach unless we can put it into practice here first. The Great Commission starts in the local church. “The whole book of Acts centers around not just individual evangelizing and discipling, but evangelizing and discipling in the context of the local church. The story of the spread of the Gospel is the is the story of local churches.” - Mark Dever in "Understanding the Great Commission" What exactly is the “Great Commission” and what does it mean in light of our modern world? Does it apply to us small rural churches? Is it a corporate responsibility, or an individual one? Every first-century church was the direct result of missionar… Mike Capps https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21446325/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywegomikecapps/id/385450 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21446325 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, go, Great Commission, missions, preach, Gospel, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20, Romans 10:1-10:15, Acts 15:22-15:22, Series: Together: Part#9 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 17:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jordan Nardi, Jacob Rodgers, and Rod Ohmes talk together about music in the church. Questions discussed by the panel: - What are some criteria for choosing songs? - How do you pursue skillful excellence while not being a distraction? While still maintaining humility? - When we use the term “worship”, what are we referring to? - How would you encourage someone who says “I’m not a very good singer” or “I don’t really like to sing”? [Please forgive my sniffles, I should have turned my microphone off. :-) -Rod] Jordan Nardi, Jacob Rodgers, and Rod Ohmes talk together about music in the church. Questions discussed by the panel: - What are some criteria for choosing songs? - How do you pursue skillful excellence while not being a distraction? While still maintaining humility? - When we use the term “worship”, what are we referring to? - How would you encourage someone who says “I’m not a very good singer” or “I don’t really like to sing”? [Please forgive my sniffles, I should have turned my microphone off. :-) -Rod] Jordan Nardi, Jacob Rodgers, and Rod Ohmes talk together about music in the church. Questions discussed by the panel: - What are some criteria for choosing songs? - How do you pursue skillful excellence while not being a distraction? While still maint… Rod Ohmes 768 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21443340/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywesingpaneldiscussion/id/3339668.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21443340 Rod Ohmes, Jordan Nardi, Jacob Rodgers, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, sing, music, worship, Series: Together: Part#8 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 17:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we gather as a church for worship, why is singing part of what we do together? Singing and music – they’re wrapped up in our humanness. Music connects us together in special ways and it connects within us in special ways. God designed it that way, because singing comes from God. Since we believe the origin of singing and music is God Himself, we also believe He intended for us to use it to edify one another and to glorify Him. When we are filled with the Spirit and not the things of this world, what is going to come out? We are going to address one another in song, give thanks to God, & submit to one another (Eph. 5). Paul lists various types of music – psalms, hymns, & spiritual songs. We believe this gives room for musical variety when the church gathers, not to do whatever we wish, but to build up the body through Scripture-focused creativity. Edifying others through our singing in the church is precisely one of the ways we glorify God. By singing together we call our brothers and sisters to delight in His beauty and treasure Him. But we don't sing our opinions. The Word of Christ is to be the content of our lives and the content of our songs. When we come to church and don’t feel like singing a word, we are reminded that no matter what is happening in our lives, the One we’re singing to has not changed. As a church we sing unchangeable truths about Jesus Christ. If music is from God and is to be used to give Him glory, we should sing songs that focus on Him. When we gather as a church for worship, why is singing part of what we do together? Singing and music – they’re wrapped up in our humanness. Music connects us together in special ways and it connects within us in special ways. God designed it that way, because singing comes from God. Since we believe the origin of singing and music is God Himself, we also believe He intended for us to use it to edify one another and to glorify Him. When we are filled with the Spirit and not the things of this world, what is going to come out? We are going to address one another in song, give thanks to God, & submit to one another (Eph. 5). Paul lists various types of music – psalms, hymns, & spiritual songs. We believe this gives room for musical variety when the church gathers, not to do whatever we wish, but to build up the body through Scripture-focused creativity. Edifying others through our singing in the church is precisely one of the ways we glorify God. By singing together we call our brothers and sisters to delight in His beauty and treasure Him. But we don't sing our opinions. The Word of Christ is to be the content of our lives and the content of our songs. When we come to church and don’t feel like singing a word, we are reminded that no matter what is happening in our lives, the One we’re singing to has not changed. As a church we sing unchangeable truths about Jesus Christ. If music is from God and is to be used to give Him glory, we should sing songs that focus on Him. When we gather as a church for worship, why is singing part of what we do together? Singing and music – they’re wrapped up in our humanness. Music connects us together in special ways and it connects within us in special ways. God designed it that way,… Rod Ohmes 2439 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21443313/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywesingrodohmes/id/3339653.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21443313 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, sing, music, worship, Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-5:21, Colossians 3:12-3:17, Philippians 2:1-2:4, Series: Together: Part#8 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 17:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we gather as a church for worship, why is singing part of what we do together? Singing and music – they’re wrapped up in our humanness. Music connects us together in special ways and it connects within us in special ways. God designed it that way, because singing comes from God. Since we believe the origin of singing and music is God Himself, we also believe He intended for us to use it to edify one another and to glorify Him. When we are filled with the Spirit and not the things of this world, what is going to come out? We are going to address one another in song, give thanks to God, & submit to one another (Eph. 5). Paul lists various types of music – psalms, hymns, & spiritual songs. We believe this gives room for musical variety when the church gathers, not to do whatever we wish, but to build up the body through Scripture-focused creativity. Edifying others through our singing in the church is precisely one of the ways we glorify God. By singing together we call our brothers and sisters to delight in His beauty and treasure Him. But we don't sing our opinions. The Word of Christ is to be the content of our lives and the content of our songs. When we come to church and don’t feel like singing a word, we are reminded that no matter what is happening in our lives, the One we’re singing to has not changed. As a church we sing unchangeable truths about Jesus Christ. If music is from God and is to be used to give Him glory, we should sing songs that focus on Him. When we gather as a church for worship, why is singing part of what we do together? Singing and music – they’re wrapped up in our humanness. Music connects us together in special ways and it connects within us in special ways. God designed it that way, because singing comes from God. Since we believe the origin of singing and music is God Himself, we also believe He intended for us to use it to edify one another and to glorify Him. When we are filled with the Spirit and not the things of this world, what is going to come out? We are going to address one another in song, give thanks to God, & submit to one another (Eph. 5). Paul lists various types of music – psalms, hymns, & spiritual songs. We believe this gives room for musical variety when the church gathers, not to do whatever we wish, but to build up the body through Scripture-focused creativity. Edifying others through our singing in the church is precisely one of the ways we glorify God. By singing together we call our brothers and sisters to delight in His beauty and treasure Him. But we don't sing our opinions. The Word of Christ is to be the content of our lives and the content of our songs. When we come to church and don’t feel like singing a word, we are reminded that no matter what is happening in our lives, the One we’re singing to has not changed. As a church we sing unchangeable truths about Jesus Christ. If music is from God and is to be used to give Him glory, we should sing songs that focus on Him. When we gather as a church for worship, why is singing part of what we do together? Singing and music – they’re wrapped up in our humanness. Music connects us together in special ways and it connects within us in special ways. God designed it that way,… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21443313/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywesingrodohmes/id/385197 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21443313 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, body, sing, music, worship, Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-5:21, Colossians 3:12-3:17, Philippians 2:1-2:4, Series: Together: Part#8 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 21:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Lord’s Supper is weighty. It's important, it has meaning, and it should not be assumed or taken for granted. Men, women, and even children have died for their belief & practice of it. When Jesus said, "This is my body..." and "this is my blood...", we need to understand the representation He intended. When He said these things He means “This represents my body”. In John 6 Jesus gives the key to understanding His hard teaching - it's a spiritual thing, not a physical thing (6:63). He also equates eating and drinking to coming and believing (6:35). The moment a person comes to Him and believes, they have partaken of His body & blood and will never hunger or thirst again for spiritual things. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we remember the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we proclaim the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we experience the Gospel together. When we gather for communion we remember His death, we proclaim the Gospel, and we see again that we need each other because we are part of the same body. The Lord’s Supper is weighty. It's important, it has meaning, and it should not be assumed or taken for granted. Men, women, and even children have died for their belief & practice of it. When Jesus said, "This is my body..." and "this is my blood...", we need to understand the representation He intended. When He said these things He means “This represents my body”. In John 6 Jesus gives the key to understanding His hard teaching - it's a spiritual thing, not a physical thing (6:63). He also equates eating and drinking to coming and believing (6:35). The moment a person comes to Him and believes, they have partaken of His body & blood and will never hunger or thirst again for spiritual things. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we remember the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we proclaim the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we experience the Gospel together. When we gather for communion we remember His death, we proclaim the Gospel, and we see again that we need each other because we are part of the same body. The Lord’s Supper is weighty. It's important, it has meaning, and it should not be assumed or taken for granted. Men, women, and even children have died for their belief & practice of it. When Jesus said, "This is my body..." and "this is my blood...",… Rod Ohmes 2671 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21439105/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywecelebraterodohmes/id/3335635.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21439105 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, celebrate, Lord's Supper, communion, transubstantiation, bread, wine, juice, body, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20-11:26, John 6:25-6:69, Series: Together: Part#7 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 21:06:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Lord’s Supper is weighty. It's important, it has meaning, and it should not be assumed or taken for granted. Men, women, and even children have died for their belief & practice of it. When Jesus said, "This is my body..." and "this is my blood...", we need to understand the representation He intended. When He said these things He means “This represents my body”. In John 6 Jesus gives the key to understanding His hard teaching - it's a spiritual thing, not a physical thing (6:63). He also equates eating and drinking to coming and believing (6:35). The moment a person comes to Him and believes, they have partaken of His body & blood and will never hunger or thirst again for spiritual things. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we remember the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we proclaim the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we experience the Gospel together. When we gather for communion we remember His death, we proclaim the Gospel, and we see again that we need each other because we are part of the same body. The Lord’s Supper is weighty. It's important, it has meaning, and it should not be assumed or taken for granted. Men, women, and even children have died for their belief & practice of it. When Jesus said, "This is my body..." and "this is my blood...", we need to understand the representation He intended. When He said these things He means “This represents my body”. In John 6 Jesus gives the key to understanding His hard teaching - it's a spiritual thing, not a physical thing (6:63). He also equates eating and drinking to coming and believing (6:35). The moment a person comes to Him and believes, they have partaken of His body & blood and will never hunger or thirst again for spiritual things. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we remember the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we proclaim the Gospel. - When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper we experience the Gospel together. When we gather for communion we remember His death, we proclaim the Gospel, and we see again that we need each other because we are part of the same body. The Lord’s Supper is weighty. It's important, it has meaning, and it should not be assumed or taken for granted. Men, women, and even children have died for their belief & practice of it. When Jesus said, "This is my body..." and "this is my blood...",… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21439105/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywecelebraterodohmes/id/384867 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21439105 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, celebrate, Lord's Supper, communion, transubstantiation, bread, wine, juice, body, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20-11:26, John 6:25-6:69, Series: Together: Part#7 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 16:58:00 +0000 Caleb Brown If we don’t understand giving on the individual level, we won’t understand why we give when we come together as a body. We were designed to proclaim the virtues of God. How? By our verbal communication as well as our actions toward others at home, in the church, in the community and in the marketplace. Sacrificial Giving is an exercise of this submission to Christ and an example to the world and principalities that I do not serve the flesh or it’s desires. When God spoke in Malachi, about bringing all the tithes into the storehouse and blessing those who obey, God was not really concerned about their outward actions of giving. The lack of giving, and tithing was rather an outward gauge that exposed their heart. The consequences of disease, pestilence, & financial ruin were not because of their refusal to tithe and give, but rather their rejection of a relationship with the one true God. He was rehearsing all the ways He had demonstrated love to them and provided for them in the past, and was again calling them to repentance. - The issue of giving God 100% control of everything will always expose our heart. - God uses finances to expose the hearts of His people both in the O.T. and N.T. When the N.T. church gave their resources, the members gave their gifts THROUGH the church to minister and encourage others. Members never gave to the church as the end of their responsibility. If we don’t understand giving on the individual level, we won’t understand why we give when we come together as a body. We were designed to proclaim the virtues of God. How? By our verbal communication as well as our actions toward others at home, in the church, in the community and in the marketplace. Sacrificial Giving is an exercise of this submission to Christ and an example to the world and principalities that I do not serve the flesh or it’s desires. When God spoke in Malachi, about bringing all the tithes into the storehouse and blessing those who obey, God was not really concerned about their outward actions of giving. The lack of giving, and tithing was rather an outward gauge that exposed their heart. The consequences of disease, pestilence, & financial ruin were not because of their refusal to tithe and give, but rather their rejection of a relationship with the one true God. He was rehearsing all the ways He had demonstrated love to them and provided for them in the past, and was again calling them to repentance. - The issue of giving God 100% control of everything will always expose our heart. - God uses finances to expose the hearts of His people both in the O.T. and N.T. When the N.T. church gave their resources, the members gave their gifts THROUGH the church to minister and encourage others. Members never gave to the church as the end of their responsibility. If we don’t understand giving on the individual level, we won’t understand why we give when we come together as a body. We were designed to proclaim the virtues of God. How? By our verbal communication as well as our actions toward others at home, in t… Caleb Brown 3354 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21435276/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywegivecalebbrown/id/3332007.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21435276 Caleb Brown, Ramsey Creek, together, church, give, tithe, through the church, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2:12, Matthew 19:21-19:30, Acts 2:42-2:47, Acts 4:32-4:37, Series: Together: Part#6 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 16:58:00 +0000 Caleb Brown If we don’t understand giving on the individual level, we won’t understand why we give when we come together as a body. We were designed to proclaim the virtues of God. How? By our verbal communication as well as our actions toward others at home, in the church, in the community and in the marketplace. Sacrificial Giving is an exercise of this submission to Christ and an example to the world and principalities that I do not serve the flesh or it’s desires. When God spoke in Malachi, about bringing all the tithes into the storehouse and blessing those who obey, God was not really concerned about their outward actions of giving. The lack of giving, and tithing was rather an outward gauge that exposed their heart. The consequences of disease, pestilence, & financial ruin were not because of their refusal to tithe and give, but rather their rejection of a relationship with the one true God. He was rehearsing all the ways He had demonstrated love to them and provided for them in the past, and was again calling them to repentance. - The issue of giving God 100% control of everything will always expose our heart. - God uses finances to expose the hearts of His people both in the O.T. and N.T. When the N.T. church gave their resources, the members gave their gifts THROUGH the church to minister and encourage others. Members never gave to the church as the end of their responsibility. If we don’t understand giving on the individual level, we won’t understand why we give when we come together as a body. We were designed to proclaim the virtues of God. How? By our verbal communication as well as our actions toward others at home, in the church, in the community and in the marketplace. Sacrificial Giving is an exercise of this submission to Christ and an example to the world and principalities that I do not serve the flesh or it’s desires. When God spoke in Malachi, about bringing all the tithes into the storehouse and blessing those who obey, God was not really concerned about their outward actions of giving. The lack of giving, and tithing was rather an outward gauge that exposed their heart. The consequences of disease, pestilence, & financial ruin were not because of their refusal to tithe and give, but rather their rejection of a relationship with the one true God. He was rehearsing all the ways He had demonstrated love to them and provided for them in the past, and was again calling them to repentance. - The issue of giving God 100% control of everything will always expose our heart. - God uses finances to expose the hearts of His people both in the O.T. and N.T. When the N.T. church gave their resources, the members gave their gifts THROUGH the church to minister and encourage others. Members never gave to the church as the end of their responsibility. If we don’t understand giving on the individual level, we won’t understand why we give when we come together as a body. We were designed to proclaim the virtues of God. How? By our verbal communication as well as our actions toward others at home, in t… Caleb Brown https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21435276/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywegivecalebbrown/id/384560 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21435276 Caleb Brown, Ramsey Creek, together, church, give, tithe, through the church, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2:12, Matthew 19:21-19:30, Acts 2:42-2:47, Acts 4:32-4:37, Series: Together: Part#6 Mon, 05 Aug 2019 04:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The debates about baptism usually revolve around two things: 1. When should we baptize someone? and 2. How should we baptize them? Baptism is more than just getting wet - there's purpose behind it and purpose in it. In telling the story of the early church, Acts repeatedly ties Christian baptism to repentance and faith. In fact, in every case in the book of Acts, only those who’d already believed were baptized. This is why Baptists believe that the churches should only baptize believers. Does the mode of how we baptize really matter? 1. The original language. - the word baptizo means “to dip or immerse” 2. The consistency of Scripture. - Water was used - Acts 10:47-48 - Much water was necessary - John 3:23 - People came to the water - Acts 8:36 - People went down into the water - Acts 8:38 - People came up out of the water - Mark 1:9-10 & Acts 8:39 3. The clarity of its picture. - Romans 6:3-8 - It is our spiritual union with Christ that causes these benefits to come. It is a spiritual work that water cannot accomplish. However, water baptism beautifully pictures this for others to see. Baptism as a picture: - Going down into the water, we act out our death and burial. - Coming up out of the water, we act out our being raised to a new life in Christ. Sprinkling or pouring does not portray this picture sufficiently. • As a church, we baptize true believers after true conversion, not before. • As a church, we immerse believers because it effectively and beautifully pictures the death of our old self and the new life we have in Christ. Though we believe baptism is not a work necessary for someone to be saved, it is the joyful proclamation of someone who has been saved. The debates about baptism usually revolve around two things: 1. When should we baptize someone? and 2. How should we baptize them? Baptism is more than just getting wet - there's purpose behind it and purpose in it. In telling the story of the early church, Acts repeatedly ties Christian baptism to repentance and faith. In fact, in every case in the book of Acts, only those who’d already believed were baptized. This is why Baptists believe that the churches should only baptize believers. Does the mode of how we baptize really matter? 1. The original language. - the word baptizo means “to dip or immerse” 2. The consistency of Scripture. - Water was used - Acts 10:47-48 - Much water was necessary - John 3:23 - People came to the water - Acts 8:36 - People went down into the water - Acts 8:38 - People came up out of the water - Mark 1:9-10 & Acts 8:39 3. The clarity of its picture. - Romans 6:3-8 - It is our spiritual union with Christ that causes these benefits to come. It is a spiritual work that water cannot accomplish. However, water baptism beautifully pictures this for others to see. Baptism as a picture: - Going down into the water, we act out our death and burial. - Coming up out of the water, we act out our being raised to a new life in Christ. Sprinkling or pouring does not portray this picture sufficiently. • As a church, we baptize true believers after true conversion, not before. • As a church, we immerse believers because it effectively and beautifully pictures the death of our old self and the new life we have in Christ. Though we believe baptism is not a work necessary for someone to be saved, it is the joyful proclamation of someone who has been saved. The debates about baptism usually revolve around two things: 1. When should we baptize someone? and 2. How should we baptize them? Baptism is more than just getting wet - there's purpose behind it and purpose in it. In telling the story of the early ch… Rod Ohmes 2366 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21433264/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywebaptizerodohmes/id/3330081.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21433264 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, baptize, immerse, believer's baptism, Scripture: John 3:14-3:18, Romans 6:3-6:8, Series: Together: Part#5 Mon, 05 Aug 2019 04:40:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The debates about baptism usually revolve around two things: 1. When should we baptize someone? and 2. How should we baptize them? Baptism is more than just getting wet - there's purpose behind it and purpose in it. In telling the story of the early church, Acts repeatedly ties Christian baptism to repentance and faith. In fact, in every case in the book of Acts, only those who’d already believed were baptized. This is why Baptists believe that the churches should only baptize believers. Does the mode of how we baptize really matter? 1. The original language. - the word baptizo means “to dip or immerse” 2. The consistency of Scripture. - Water was used - Acts 10:47-48 - Much water was necessary - John 3:23 - People came to the water - Acts 8:36 - People went down into the water - Acts 8:38 - People came up out of the water - Mark 1:9-10 & Acts 8:39 3. The clarity of its picture. - Romans 6:3-8 - It is our spiritual union with Christ that causes these benefits to come. It is a spiritual work that water cannot accomplish. However, water baptism beautifully pictures this for others to see. Baptism as a picture: - Going down into the water, we act out our death and burial. - Coming up out of the water, we act out our being raised to a new life in Christ. Sprinkling or pouring does not portray this picture sufficiently. • As a church, we baptize true believers after true conversion, not before. • As a church, we immerse believers because it effectively and beautifully pictures the death of our old self and the new life we have in Christ. Though we believe baptism is not a work necessary for someone to be saved, it is the joyful proclamation of someone who has been saved. The debates about baptism usually revolve around two things: 1. When should we baptize someone? and 2. How should we baptize them? Baptism is more than just getting wet - there's purpose behind it and purpose in it. In telling the story of the early church, Acts repeatedly ties Christian baptism to repentance and faith. In fact, in every case in the book of Acts, only those who’d already believed were baptized. This is why Baptists believe that the churches should only baptize believers. Does the mode of how we baptize really matter? 1. The original language. - the word baptizo means “to dip or immerse” 2. The consistency of Scripture. - Water was used - Acts 10:47-48 - Much water was necessary - John 3:23 - People came to the water - Acts 8:36 - People went down into the water - Acts 8:38 - People came up out of the water - Mark 1:9-10 & Acts 8:39 3. The clarity of its picture. - Romans 6:3-8 - It is our spiritual union with Christ that causes these benefits to come. It is a spiritual work that water cannot accomplish. However, water baptism beautifully pictures this for others to see. Baptism as a picture: - Going down into the water, we act out our death and burial. - Coming up out of the water, we act out our being raised to a new life in Christ. Sprinkling or pouring does not portray this picture sufficiently. • As a church, we baptize true believers after true conversion, not before. • As a church, we immerse believers because it effectively and beautifully pictures the death of our old self and the new life we have in Christ. Though we believe baptism is not a work necessary for someone to be saved, it is the joyful proclamation of someone who has been saved. The debates about baptism usually revolve around two things: 1. When should we baptize someone? and 2. How should we baptize them? Baptism is more than just getting wet - there's purpose behind it and purpose in it. In telling the story of the early ch… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21433264/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywebaptizerodohmes/id/384443 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21433264 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, baptize, immerse, believer's baptism, Scripture: John 3:14-3:18, Romans 6:3-6:8, Series: Together: Part#5 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:29:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Let’s not over-complicate the subject. Prayer is the privilege of the people of God. It must be a part of our gathering. In one sense prayer is private: "But when you you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you" (Matt. 6:6). In another sense its deeply congregational: "All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers" (Acts 1:14). "And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers" (Acts 2:42). Why was the early church so jazzed about prayer? Because they were jazzed about Jesus. They were jazzed about Jesus because He was alive from the dead. Why pray? 1. Prayer is required. 2. Prayer is relational. 3. Prayer is refining. How to Pray? 1. Pray the Bible. 2. Disciple’s Prayer (Luke 11:2-4) 3. Look for good examples. Our prayer life is only as good as our view of Christ. If we repeatedly fail to cultivate the habit of prayer we don’t need tips, pointers, posters, coasters and coffee mugs, we need to search deeply into what we really believe about the resurrected Messiah. Let’s not over-complicate the subject. Prayer is the privilege of the people of God. It must be a part of our gathering. In one sense prayer is private: "But when you you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you" (Matt. 6:6). In another sense its deeply congregational: "All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers" (Acts 1:14). "And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers" (Acts 2:42). Why was the early church so jazzed about prayer? Because they were jazzed about Jesus. They were jazzed about Jesus because He was alive from the dead. Why pray? 1. Prayer is required. 2. Prayer is relational. 3. Prayer is refining. How to Pray? 1. Pray the Bible. 2. Disciple’s Prayer (Luke 11:2-4) 3. Look for good examples. Our prayer life is only as good as our view of Christ. If we repeatedly fail to cultivate the habit of prayer we don’t need tips, pointers, posters, coasters and coffee mugs, we need to search deeply into what we really believe about the resurrected Messiah. Let’s not over-complicate the subject. Prayer is the privilege of the people of God. It must be a part of our gathering. In one sense prayer is private: "But when you you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in se… Jason Hamilton 2828 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21427316/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whyweprayasonhamilton/id/3324452.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21427316 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, together, church, pray, prayer, gather, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:42, Series: Together: Part#4 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:29:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Let’s not over-complicate the subject. Prayer is the privilege of the people of God. It must be a part of our gathering. In one sense prayer is private: "But when you you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you" (Matt. 6:6). In another sense its deeply congregational: "All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers" (Acts 1:14). "And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers" (Acts 2:42). Why was the early church so jazzed about prayer? Because they were jazzed about Jesus. They were jazzed about Jesus because He was alive from the dead. Why pray? 1. Prayer is required. 2. Prayer is relational. 3. Prayer is refining. How to Pray? 1. Pray the Bible. 2. Disciple’s Prayer (Luke 11:2-4) 3. Look for good examples. Our prayer life is only as good as our view of Christ. If we repeatedly fail to cultivate the habit of prayer we don’t need tips, pointers, posters, coasters and coffee mugs, we need to search deeply into what we really believe about the resurrected Messiah. Let’s not over-complicate the subject. Prayer is the privilege of the people of God. It must be a part of our gathering. In one sense prayer is private: "But when you you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you" (Matt. 6:6). In another sense its deeply congregational: "All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers" (Acts 1:14). "And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers" (Acts 2:42). Why was the early church so jazzed about prayer? Because they were jazzed about Jesus. They were jazzed about Jesus because He was alive from the dead. Why pray? 1. Prayer is required. 2. Prayer is relational. 3. Prayer is refining. How to Pray? 1. Pray the Bible. 2. Disciple’s Prayer (Luke 11:2-4) 3. Look for good examples. Our prayer life is only as good as our view of Christ. If we repeatedly fail to cultivate the habit of prayer we don’t need tips, pointers, posters, coasters and coffee mugs, we need to search deeply into what we really believe about the resurrected Messiah. Let’s not over-complicate the subject. Prayer is the privilege of the people of God. It must be a part of our gathering. In one sense prayer is private: "But when you you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in se… Jason Hamilton https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21427316/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whyweprayasonhamilton/id/383925 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21427316 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, together, church, pray, prayer, gather, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:42, Series: Together: Part#4 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 15:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we gather, we not only hear from God, we hear from one another. Why do we often think we can regularly miss out on the teaching and encouragement of other Christians and still be prepared for everything life throws at us? There is God-ordained value in coming together as a church body regularly that we shouldn’t want to miss out on, because it guards our souls from frustration and despair. When we gather and hear from one another, we shouldn’t hear anything that God hasn’t already revealed to His people in His Word. God’s people can only do good in this world through the Spirit by the indwelling Word. God has always created & sustained His people by His Word. His words are the ones to be concerned with and not our own, so this is why we preach when the church gathers. We want to hear from God. We want to hear from God Himself, but not just hear – we want to be changed. The hopeful and expectant result of the preaching in our church is changed lives. Why Do We Preach? - We preach so that sinners might hear the Gospel and believe: Romans 10:14-17 - We preach so that the body would be built up: Ephesians 4:11-16 The church listens to the preaching of the Gospel when it gathers because it is the primary means by which sinners are saved and by which the church is built. When we gather, we not only hear from God, we hear from one another. Why do we often think we can regularly miss out on the teaching and encouragement of other Christians and still be prepared for everything life throws at us? There is God-ordained value in coming together as a church body regularly that we shouldn’t want to miss out on, because it guards our souls from frustration and despair. When we gather and hear from one another, we shouldn’t hear anything that God hasn’t already revealed to His people in His Word. God’s people can only do good in this world through the Spirit by the indwelling Word. God has always created & sustained His people by His Word. His words are the ones to be concerned with and not our own, so this is why we preach when the church gathers. We want to hear from God. We want to hear from God Himself, but not just hear – we want to be changed. The hopeful and expectant result of the preaching in our church is changed lives. Why Do We Preach? - We preach so that sinners might hear the Gospel and believe: Romans 10:14-17 - We preach so that the body would be built up: Ephesians 4:11-16 The church listens to the preaching of the Gospel when it gathers because it is the primary means by which sinners are saved and by which the church is built. When we gather, we not only hear from God, we hear from one another. Why do we often think we can regularly miss out on the teaching and encouragement of other Christians and still be prepared for everything life throws at us? There is God-ordained val… Rod Ohmes 2989 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21423521/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywepreachrodohmes/id/3320900.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21423521 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, Christian, preach, sent, hear, sinners, believe, built up, Scripture: Romans 10:14-10:17, Ephesians 4:11-28:14, Series: Together: Part#3 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 15:12:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes When we gather, we not only hear from God, we hear from one another. Why do we often think we can regularly miss out on the teaching and encouragement of other Christians and still be prepared for everything life throws at us? There is God-ordained value in coming together as a church body regularly that we shouldn’t want to miss out on, because it guards our souls from frustration and despair. When we gather and hear from one another, we shouldn’t hear anything that God hasn’t already revealed to His people in His Word. God’s people can only do good in this world through the Spirit by the indwelling Word. God has always created & sustained His people by His Word. His words are the ones to be concerned with and not our own, so this is why we preach when the church gathers. We want to hear from God. We want to hear from God Himself, but not just hear – we want to be changed. The hopeful and expectant result of the preaching in our church is changed lives. Why Do We Preach? - We preach so that sinners might hear the Gospel and believe: Romans 10:14-17 - We preach so that the body would be built up: Ephesians 4:11-16 The church listens to the preaching of the Gospel when it gathers because it is the primary means by which sinners are saved and by which the church is built. When we gather, we not only hear from God, we hear from one another. Why do we often think we can regularly miss out on the teaching and encouragement of other Christians and still be prepared for everything life throws at us? There is God-ordained value in coming together as a church body regularly that we shouldn’t want to miss out on, because it guards our souls from frustration and despair. When we gather and hear from one another, we shouldn’t hear anything that God hasn’t already revealed to His people in His Word. God’s people can only do good in this world through the Spirit by the indwelling Word. God has always created & sustained His people by His Word. His words are the ones to be concerned with and not our own, so this is why we preach when the church gathers. We want to hear from God. We want to hear from God Himself, but not just hear – we want to be changed. The hopeful and expectant result of the preaching in our church is changed lives. Why Do We Preach? - We preach so that sinners might hear the Gospel and believe: Romans 10:14-17 - We preach so that the body would be built up: Ephesians 4:11-16 The church listens to the preaching of the Gospel when it gathers because it is the primary means by which sinners are saved and by which the church is built. When we gather, we not only hear from God, we hear from one another. Why do we often think we can regularly miss out on the teaching and encouragement of other Christians and still be prepared for everything life throws at us? There is God-ordained val… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21423521/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywepreachrodohmes/id/383614 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21423521 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, Christian, preach, sent, hear, sinners, believe, built up, Scripture: Romans 10:14-10:17, Ephesians 4:11-28:14, Series: Together: Part#3 Mon, 15 Jul 2019 01:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ephesians 5:25-27 reminds of why Jesus died: for the Church. A person can't truly love God and avoid the church (1 John). The book of Acts reveals a couple of patterns concerning the early church: 1. The early church was passionate about spreading the Gospel. They prayed about it and participated in spreading the Gospel, and we also see that the church was persecuted for it. Even in the face of indifference, rejection, and persecution, the early church continued to pray for boldness in preaching the Gospel regardless of other people's response. 2. The early church genuinely cared or one another. We even see from the creation of Eve that companionship conquers loneliness, and community/relationship is better than independence. Christians enjoy God to the fullest in community with one another. As the new and permanent High Priest, Jesus cleanses sinners by His blood and removes the stain of sin through His sacrifice. Because of this wonderful news, Christians are told to: - draw near to God with a clear conscience (Heb. 10:22) - hold fast to the confession of our hope [the sacrifice of Jesus] without wavering (vs 23) - stir one another up to love and good works (vs 24) - don’t make a habit of missing meeting together (vs 25a) - encourage one another more and more (vs 25b) It will sometimes be harder to do this together (rather than individually), but God assures us it will be better together. Ephesians 5:25-27 reminds of why Jesus died: for the Church. A person can't truly love God and avoid the church (1 John). The book of Acts reveals a couple of patterns concerning the early church: 1. The early church was passionate about spreading the Gospel. They prayed about it and participated in spreading the Gospel, and we also see that the church was persecuted for it. Even in the face of indifference, rejection, and persecution, the early church continued to pray for boldness in preaching the Gospel regardless of other people's response. 2. The early church genuinely cared or one another. We even see from the creation of Eve that companionship conquers loneliness, and community/relationship is better than independence. Christians enjoy God to the fullest in community with one another. As the new and permanent High Priest, Jesus cleanses sinners by His blood and removes the stain of sin through His sacrifice. Because of this wonderful news, Christians are told to: - draw near to God with a clear conscience (Heb. 10:22) - hold fast to the confession of our hope [the sacrifice of Jesus] without wavering (vs 23) - stir one another up to love and good works (vs 24) - don’t make a habit of missing meeting together (vs 25a) - encourage one another more and more (vs 25b) It will sometimes be harder to do this together (rather than individually), but God assures us it will be better together. Ephesians 5:25-27 reminds of why Jesus died: for the Church. A person can't truly love God and avoid the church (1 John). The book of Acts reveals a couple of patterns concerning the early church: 1. The early church was passionate about spreading… Rod Ohmes 2396 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21420081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywegatherrodohmes/id/3317718.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21420081 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, Christian, spur one another on, good works,, Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-10:25, Acts 1:1-28:31, Series: Together: Part#2 Mon, 15 Jul 2019 01:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ephesians 5:25-27 reminds of why Jesus died: for the Church. A person can't truly love God and avoid the church (1 John). The book of Acts reveals a couple of patterns concerning the early church: 1. The early church was passionate about spreading the Gospel. They prayed about it and participated in spreading the Gospel, and we also see that the church was persecuted for it. Even in the face of indifference, rejection, and persecution, the early church continued to pray for boldness in preaching the Gospel regardless of other people's response. 2. The early church genuinely cared or one another. We even see from the creation of Eve that companionship conquers loneliness, and community/relationship is better than independence. Christians enjoy God to the fullest in community with one another. As the new and permanent High Priest, Jesus cleanses sinners by His blood and removes the stain of sin through His sacrifice. Because of this wonderful news, Christians are told to: - draw near to God with a clear conscience (Heb. 10:22) - hold fast to the confession of our hope [the sacrifice of Jesus] without wavering (vs 23) - stir one another up to love and good works (vs 24) - don’t make a habit of missing meeting together (vs 25a) - encourage one another more and more (vs 25b) It will sometimes be harder to do this together (rather than individually), but God assures us it will be better together. Ephesians 5:25-27 reminds of why Jesus died: for the Church. A person can't truly love God and avoid the church (1 John). The book of Acts reveals a couple of patterns concerning the early church: 1. The early church was passionate about spreading the Gospel. They prayed about it and participated in spreading the Gospel, and we also see that the church was persecuted for it. Even in the face of indifference, rejection, and persecution, the early church continued to pray for boldness in preaching the Gospel regardless of other people's response. 2. The early church genuinely cared or one another. We even see from the creation of Eve that companionship conquers loneliness, and community/relationship is better than independence. Christians enjoy God to the fullest in community with one another. As the new and permanent High Priest, Jesus cleanses sinners by His blood and removes the stain of sin through His sacrifice. Because of this wonderful news, Christians are told to: - draw near to God with a clear conscience (Heb. 10:22) - hold fast to the confession of our hope [the sacrifice of Jesus] without wavering (vs 23) - stir one another up to love and good works (vs 24) - don’t make a habit of missing meeting together (vs 25a) - encourage one another more and more (vs 25b) It will sometimes be harder to do this together (rather than individually), but God assures us it will be better together. Ephesians 5:25-27 reminds of why Jesus died: for the Church. A person can't truly love God and avoid the church (1 John). The book of Acts reveals a couple of patterns concerning the early church: 1. The early church was passionate about spreading… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21420081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywegatherrodohmes/id/383342 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21420081 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, together, church, Christian, spur one another on, good works,, Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-10:25, Acts 1:1-28:31, Series: Together: Part#2 Sun, 07 Jul 2019 22:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Notice the terms that Paul uses in the text about every Christian's identity: - no longer strangers or foreigners - fellow citizens with the saints - members of the household of God - joined together as a part of a holy temple whose cornerstone is Jesus - being built together in Him into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit God always designed Christians to participate in the life of the Church because Christians ARE the Church. You were not saved to be a lone-ranger Christian, on a spiritual island of just you and God, in isolation from other believers. You were saved out of your sin and into a family. Instead of seeing church life as just another ball to juggle in life (like kid's activities, job responsibilities, family schedules, leisure time, etc), it would be helpful to look at it as a wheel. The hub of the wheel is the starting point for every spoke in our life. You can’t drop your identity with the Church any more than you can drop your identity with Christ. Your identity is wrapped up in Jesus and the church. Consistent participation in the body of Christ is not legalism, and making a habit of missing church is not Christian freedom. “Although a person can initially come to God without the church, no one can stay with God while rejecting the church. To come to Christ is to love his (very messy and not-yet-glorified) bride.” -Rick Shenk Notice the terms that Paul uses in the text about every Christian's identity: - no longer strangers or foreigners - fellow citizens with the saints - members of the household of God - joined together as a part of a holy temple whose cornerstone is Jesus - being built together in Him into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit God always designed Christians to participate in the life of the Church because Christians ARE the Church. You were not saved to be a lone-ranger Christian, on a spiritual island of just you and God, in isolation from other believers. You were saved out of your sin and into a family. Instead of seeing church life as just another ball to juggle in life (like kid's activities, job responsibilities, family schedules, leisure time, etc), it would be helpful to look at it as a wheel. The hub of the wheel is the starting point for every spoke in our life. You can’t drop your identity with the Church any more than you can drop your identity with Christ. Your identity is wrapped up in Jesus and the church. Consistent participation in the body of Christ is not legalism, and making a habit of missing church is not Christian freedom. “Although a person can initially come to God without the church, no one can stay with God while rejecting the church. To come to Christ is to love his (very messy and not-yet-glorified) bride.” -Rick Shenk Notice the terms that Paul uses in the text about every Christian's identity: - no longer strangers or foreigners - fellow citizens with the saints - members of the household of God - joined together as a part of a holy temple whose cornerstone is … Rod Ohmes 2112 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21417095/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whytogetherrodohmes/id/3314875.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21417095 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, disciples, disciple, together, members, fellow, , Scripture: Ephesians 2:17-2:22, Ephesians 3:8-3:10, Series: Together: Part#1 Sun, 07 Jul 2019 22:44:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Notice the terms that Paul uses in the text about every Christian's identity: - no longer strangers or foreigners - fellow citizens with the saints - members of the household of God - joined together as a part of a holy temple whose cornerstone is Jesus - being built together in Him into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit God always designed Christians to participate in the life of the Church because Christians ARE the Church. You were not saved to be a lone-ranger Christian, on a spiritual island of just you and God, in isolation from other believers. You were saved out of your sin and into a family. Instead of seeing church life as just another ball to juggle in life (like kid's activities, job responsibilities, family schedules, leisure time, etc), it would be helpful to look at it as a wheel. The hub of the wheel is the starting point for every spoke in our life. You can’t drop your identity with the Church any more than you can drop your identity with Christ. Your identity is wrapped up in Jesus and the church. Consistent participation in the body of Christ is not legalism, and making a habit of missing church is not Christian freedom. “Although a person can initially come to God without the church, no one can stay with God while rejecting the church. To come to Christ is to love his (very messy and not-yet-glorified) bride.” -Rick Shenk Notice the terms that Paul uses in the text about every Christian's identity: - no longer strangers or foreigners - fellow citizens with the saints - members of the household of God - joined together as a part of a holy temple whose cornerstone is Jesus - being built together in Him into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit God always designed Christians to participate in the life of the Church because Christians ARE the Church. You were not saved to be a lone-ranger Christian, on a spiritual island of just you and God, in isolation from other believers. You were saved out of your sin and into a family. Instead of seeing church life as just another ball to juggle in life (like kid's activities, job responsibilities, family schedules, leisure time, etc), it would be helpful to look at it as a wheel. The hub of the wheel is the starting point for every spoke in our life. You can’t drop your identity with the Church any more than you can drop your identity with Christ. Your identity is wrapped up in Jesus and the church. Consistent participation in the body of Christ is not legalism, and making a habit of missing church is not Christian freedom. “Although a person can initially come to God without the church, no one can stay with God while rejecting the church. To come to Christ is to love his (very messy and not-yet-glorified) bride.” -Rick Shenk Notice the terms that Paul uses in the text about every Christian's identity: - no longer strangers or foreigners - fellow citizens with the saints - members of the household of God - joined together as a part of a holy temple whose cornerstone is … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21417095/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whytogetherrodohmes/id/383109 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21417095 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, disciples, disciple, together, members, fellow, , Scripture: Ephesians 2:17-2:22, Ephesians 3:8-3:10, Series: Together: Part#1 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 22:13:00 +0000 Paul Akin Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Paul Akin 3032 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21412968/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesovereignhandofgodpaulakin/id/3311653.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21412968 Ramsey Creek, Paul Akin, sovereign, hand of God, war, Christian worldview Sun, 23 Jun 2019 17:08:00 +0000 John David Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John David 2080 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21412950/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lessonsfromabrahamohndavid/id/3311648.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21412950 Ramsey Creek, John David, Abraham, promise, sacrifice, lesson, Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:9 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 16:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In this text there is a command ("make disciples of all nations"), the rationale for the command ("all authority has been given to [Jesus]", and clarifiers that explain how the command is to be fulfilled ("go, baptize, teach"). The Great Commission is what drives our mission efforts and is primarily a call to disciple-making. So the end goal of missions is making disciples who are passionate for the glory of God. Characteristics of a genuine disciple: * True disciples will hold to His Word and grow in grace as a result of it. (John 8:31-32) * True disciples will have noticeable, lasting, and genuine love for one another. (John 13:35) * True disciples will ultimately and obviously prove their allegiance to Jesus by how they live. (John 15:8) Every Christian is commanded to not only be a true disciple, but to make more true disciples. In this text there is a command ("make disciples of all nations"), the rationale for the command ("all authority has been given to [Jesus]", and clarifiers that explain how the command is to be fulfilled ("go, baptize, teach"). The Great Commission is what drives our mission efforts and is primarily a call to disciple-making. So the end goal of missions is making disciples who are passionate for the glory of God. Characteristics of a genuine disciple: * True disciples will hold to His Word and grow in grace as a result of it. (John 8:31-32) * True disciples will have noticeable, lasting, and genuine love for one another. (John 13:35) * True disciples will ultimately and obviously prove their allegiance to Jesus by how they live. (John 15:8) Every Christian is commanded to not only be a true disciple, but to make more true disciples. In this text there is a command ("make disciples of all nations"), the rationale for the command ("all authority has been given to [Jesus]", and clarifiers that explain how the command is to be fulfilled ("go, baptize, teach"). The Great Commission is … Rod Ohmes 2959 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21405078/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew281620makingdisciplesro/id/3303366.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21405078 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, disciples, disciple, abide, love, fruit, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20, Series: Matthew: Session Part#77 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 16:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes In this text there is a command ("make disciples of all nations"), the rationale for the command ("all authority has been given to [Jesus]", and clarifiers that explain how the command is to be fulfilled ("go, baptize, teach"). The Great Commission is what drives our mission efforts and is primarily a call to disciple-making. So the end goal of missions is making disciples who are passionate for the glory of God. Characteristics of a genuine disciple: * True disciples will hold to His Word and grow in grace as a result of it. (John 8:31-32) * True disciples will have noticeable, lasting, and genuine love for one another. (John 13:35) * True disciples will ultimately and obviously prove their allegiance to Jesus by how they live. (John 15:8) Every Christian is commanded to not only be a true disciple, but to make more true disciples. In this text there is a command ("make disciples of all nations"), the rationale for the command ("all authority has been given to [Jesus]", and clarifiers that explain how the command is to be fulfilled ("go, baptize, teach"). The Great Commission is what drives our mission efforts and is primarily a call to disciple-making. So the end goal of missions is making disciples who are passionate for the glory of God. Characteristics of a genuine disciple: * True disciples will hold to His Word and grow in grace as a result of it. (John 8:31-32) * True disciples will have noticeable, lasting, and genuine love for one another. (John 13:35) * True disciples will ultimately and obviously prove their allegiance to Jesus by how they live. (John 15:8) Every Christian is commanded to not only be a true disciple, but to make more true disciples. In this text there is a command ("make disciples of all nations"), the rationale for the command ("all authority has been given to [Jesus]", and clarifiers that explain how the command is to be fulfilled ("go, baptize, teach"). The Great Commission is … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21405078/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew281620makingdisciplesro/id/382099 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21405078 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, disciples, disciple, abide, love, fruit, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20, Series: Matthew: Session Part#77 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Our culture is increasingly intolerant of people who claim that absolute truth exists. For many, God/religion is just a matter of opinion or preference, not something to build a life around. We don’t like being told absolute truth exists because if it does then we will be held accountable for knowing it and listening to it. But we we can’t believe things or refuse to believe things simply on the basis of how they make us feel. There is ample evidence for the physical resurrection of Jesus, and if the resurrection is true then every one of us has an extremely important decision to make: believe and submit to Jesus as Lord, or reject his rule and perish in our sin. Jesus’ resurrection validates everything He said, taught, and He came to do. The resurrection confirms the bold promises of the cross (like the forgiveness of sin, a new life, a new heart, peace with God, victory over sin & death, etc). Without Jesus being raised those are empty promises, but because He has conquered death they are promises to be believed. Our culture is increasingly intolerant of people who claim that absolute truth exists. For many, God/religion is just a matter of opinion or preference, not something to build a life around. We don’t like being told absolute truth exists because if it does then we will be held accountable for knowing it and listening to it. But we we can’t believe things or refuse to believe things simply on the basis of how they make us feel. There is ample evidence for the physical resurrection of Jesus, and if the resurrection is true then every one of us has an extremely important decision to make: believe and submit to Jesus as Lord, or reject his rule and perish in our sin. Jesus’ resurrection validates everything He said, taught, and He came to do. The resurrection confirms the bold promises of the cross (like the forgiveness of sin, a new life, a new heart, peace with God, victory over sin & death, etc). Without Jesus being raised those are empty promises, but because He has conquered death they are promises to be believed. Our culture is increasingly intolerant of people who claim that absolute truth exists. For many, God/religion is just a matter of opinion or preference, not something to build a life around. We don’t like being told absolute truth exists because if it … Rod Ohmes 2797 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21401049/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew28115theresurrectionrod/id/3299419.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21401049 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, resurrection, Jesus, tomb, women, afraid, good news, truth, promises, victory, Scripture: Matthew 28:1-28:15, Romans 10:9-10:9, Series: Matthew: Session Part#76 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Our culture is increasingly intolerant of people who claim that absolute truth exists. For many, God/religion is just a matter of opinion or preference, not something to build a life around. We don’t like being told absolute truth exists because if it does then we will be held accountable for knowing it and listening to it. But we we can’t believe things or refuse to believe things simply on the basis of how they make us feel. There is ample evidence for the physical resurrection of Jesus, and if the resurrection is true then every one of us has an extremely important decision to make: believe and submit to Jesus as Lord, or reject his rule and perish in our sin. Jesus’ resurrection validates everything He said, taught, and He came to do. The resurrection confirms the bold promises of the cross (like the forgiveness of sin, a new life, a new heart, peace with God, victory over sin & death, etc). Without Jesus being raised those are empty promises, but because He has conquered death they are promises to be believed. Our culture is increasingly intolerant of people who claim that absolute truth exists. For many, God/religion is just a matter of opinion or preference, not something to build a life around. We don’t like being told absolute truth exists because if it does then we will be held accountable for knowing it and listening to it. But we we can’t believe things or refuse to believe things simply on the basis of how they make us feel. There is ample evidence for the physical resurrection of Jesus, and if the resurrection is true then every one of us has an extremely important decision to make: believe and submit to Jesus as Lord, or reject his rule and perish in our sin. Jesus’ resurrection validates everything He said, taught, and He came to do. The resurrection confirms the bold promises of the cross (like the forgiveness of sin, a new life, a new heart, peace with God, victory over sin & death, etc). Without Jesus being raised those are empty promises, but because He has conquered death they are promises to be believed. Our culture is increasingly intolerant of people who claim that absolute truth exists. For many, God/religion is just a matter of opinion or preference, not something to build a life around. We don’t like being told absolute truth exists because if it … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21401049/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew28115theresurrectionrod/id/381730 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21401049 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, resurrection, Jesus, tomb, women, afraid, good news, truth, promises, victory, Scripture: Matthew 28:1-28:15, Romans 10:9-10:9, Series: Matthew: Session Part#76 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 18:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s sovereignty is not outwardly spectacular at Jesus’ burial, but He is working in and through the details and circumstances of ordinary people, often over long periods of time, to accomplish His will. The religious leaders cared more about appearances, but Joseph and Nicodemus cared more about the Savior. They saw Him for whom He was and believed, even when it wasn’t popular with people in their “circle”. They risked their very way of life to identify with Jesus. Is that how you follow Jesus? Are you willing to give up family, friends, careers, luxuries, comforts to follow Him? Or are you content to watch from the sidelines, occasionally dipping your toes in the water of “church-life” while remaining dead on the inside? Pride will keep you from Jesus. We serve a sovereign God who orchestrates all the details and circumstances of many lives – including those of His enemies – to achieve His will. Even when you don’t understand the things you or those you love may be going through, you can rest with certainty that God knows what He is doing and that He will work it out in both His and our best interest, for the praise of His glory. God’s sovereignty is not outwardly spectacular at Jesus’ burial, but He is working in and through the details and circumstances of ordinary people, often over long periods of time, to accomplish His will. The religious leaders cared more about appearances, but Joseph and Nicodemus cared more about the Savior. They saw Him for whom He was and believed, even when it wasn’t popular with people in their “circle”. They risked their very way of life to identify with Jesus. Is that how you follow Jesus? Are you willing to give up family, friends, careers, luxuries, comforts to follow Him? Or are you content to watch from the sidelines, occasionally dipping your toes in the water of “church-life” while remaining dead on the inside? Pride will keep you from Jesus. We serve a sovereign God who orchestrates all the details and circumstances of many lives – including those of His enemies – to achieve His will. Even when you don’t understand the things you or those you love may be going through, you can rest with certainty that God knows what He is doing and that He will work it out in both His and our best interest, for the praise of His glory. God’s sovereignty is not outwardly spectacular at Jesus’ burial, but He is working in and through the details and circumstances of ordinary people, often over long periods of time, to accomplish His will. The religious leaders cared more about appear… Rod Ohmes 2588 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21397057/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew275766osephandthetombro/id/3295671.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21397057 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, death, torn, flesh, tomb, Joseph, Nicodemus, burial, Scripture: Matthew 27:57-27:66, John 19:31-19:42, Series: Matthew: Session Part#75 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 18:41:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes God’s sovereignty is not outwardly spectacular at Jesus’ burial, but He is working in and through the details and circumstances of ordinary people, often over long periods of time, to accomplish His will. The religious leaders cared more about appearances, but Joseph and Nicodemus cared more about the Savior. They saw Him for whom He was and believed, even when it wasn’t popular with people in their “circle”. They risked their very way of life to identify with Jesus. Is that how you follow Jesus? Are you willing to give up family, friends, careers, luxuries, comforts to follow Him? Or are you content to watch from the sidelines, occasionally dipping your toes in the water of “church-life” while remaining dead on the inside? Pride will keep you from Jesus. We serve a sovereign God who orchestrates all the details and circumstances of many lives – including those of His enemies – to achieve His will. Even when you don’t understand the things you or those you love may be going through, you can rest with certainty that God knows what He is doing and that He will work it out in both His and our best interest, for the praise of His glory. God’s sovereignty is not outwardly spectacular at Jesus’ burial, but He is working in and through the details and circumstances of ordinary people, often over long periods of time, to accomplish His will. The religious leaders cared more about appearances, but Joseph and Nicodemus cared more about the Savior. They saw Him for whom He was and believed, even when it wasn’t popular with people in their “circle”. They risked their very way of life to identify with Jesus. Is that how you follow Jesus? Are you willing to give up family, friends, careers, luxuries, comforts to follow Him? Or are you content to watch from the sidelines, occasionally dipping your toes in the water of “church-life” while remaining dead on the inside? Pride will keep you from Jesus. We serve a sovereign God who orchestrates all the details and circumstances of many lives – including those of His enemies – to achieve His will. Even when you don’t understand the things you or those you love may be going through, you can rest with certainty that God knows what He is doing and that He will work it out in both His and our best interest, for the praise of His glory. God’s sovereignty is not outwardly spectacular at Jesus’ burial, but He is working in and through the details and circumstances of ordinary people, often over long periods of time, to accomplish His will. The religious leaders cared more about appear… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21397057/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew275766osephandthetombro/id/381412 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21397057 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, death, torn, flesh, tomb, Joseph, Nicodemus, burial, Scripture: Matthew 27:57-27:66, John 19:31-19:42, Series: Matthew: Session Part#75 Sun, 26 May 2019 15:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus willingly endured the suffering and went to the cross because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would believe on His name. The death of Jesus was a monumental event not just in the timeline of redemptive history, but in its physical effect on the earth itself. How could the physical world NOT be affected by the death of its Creator? When Jesus’ body was torn on the cross, the curtain was torn in the temple. When His body was broken on the cross, the rocks were broken in the ground. The grave that held dead people in and the one who held the power of death itself (the Devil) would very soon have a new Master! When Jesus died, He killed death. The curtain was a constant reminder that sin makes us unfit for the presence of God. "Because of our sin, you can’t come in." But it was God who tore the curtain. So what does this mean? It's God who initiates a relationship with us (Eph 1). Christian: you have hope of new life in Christ because Jesus killed death. Your very life is a testimony to and a part of God’s redemptive story. Trust in the finished work of Christ on the cross, not your own effort. Jesus willingly endured the suffering and went to the cross because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would believe on His name. The death of Jesus was a monumental event not just in the timeline of redemptive history, but in its physical effect on the earth itself. How could the physical world NOT be affected by the death of its Creator? When Jesus’ body was torn on the cross, the curtain was torn in the temple. When His body was broken on the cross, the rocks were broken in the ground. The grave that held dead people in and the one who held the power of death itself (the Devil) would very soon have a new Master! When Jesus died, He killed death. The curtain was a constant reminder that sin makes us unfit for the presence of God. "Because of our sin, you can’t come in." But it was God who tore the curtain. So what does this mean? It's God who initiates a relationship with us (Eph 1). Christian: you have hope of new life in Christ because Jesus killed death. Your very life is a testimony to and a part of God’s redemptive story. Trust in the finished work of Christ on the cross, not your own effort. Jesus willingly endured the suffering and went to the cross because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would believe on His name. The death of Jesus was a monumental event not just in the timeline of redemptive history, but i… Rod Ohmes 2588 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21392089/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew274556christandthecurta/id/3292037.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21392089 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, crucifixion, pain, scourging, death, temple, torn, flesh, veil, dead, broken, Scripture: Matthew 27:45-27:56, Series: Matthew: Session Part#74 Sun, 26 May 2019 15:31:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus willingly endured the suffering and went to the cross because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would believe on His name. The death of Jesus was a monumental event not just in the timeline of redemptive history, but in its physical effect on the earth itself. How could the physical world NOT be affected by the death of its Creator? When Jesus’ body was torn on the cross, the curtain was torn in the temple. When His body was broken on the cross, the rocks were broken in the ground. The grave that held dead people in and the one who held the power of death itself (the Devil) would very soon have a new Master! When Jesus died, He killed death. The curtain was a constant reminder that sin makes us unfit for the presence of God. "Because of our sin, you can’t come in." But it was God who tore the curtain. So what does this mean? It's God who initiates a relationship with us (Eph 1). Christian: you have hope of new life in Christ because Jesus killed death. Your very life is a testimony to and a part of God’s redemptive story. Trust in the finished work of Christ on the cross, not your own effort. Jesus willingly endured the suffering and went to the cross because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would believe on His name. The death of Jesus was a monumental event not just in the timeline of redemptive history, but in its physical effect on the earth itself. How could the physical world NOT be affected by the death of its Creator? When Jesus’ body was torn on the cross, the curtain was torn in the temple. When His body was broken on the cross, the rocks were broken in the ground. The grave that held dead people in and the one who held the power of death itself (the Devil) would very soon have a new Master! When Jesus died, He killed death. The curtain was a constant reminder that sin makes us unfit for the presence of God. "Because of our sin, you can’t come in." But it was God who tore the curtain. So what does this mean? It's God who initiates a relationship with us (Eph 1). Christian: you have hope of new life in Christ because Jesus killed death. Your very life is a testimony to and a part of God’s redemptive story. Trust in the finished work of Christ on the cross, not your own effort. Jesus willingly endured the suffering and went to the cross because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would believe on His name. The death of Jesus was a monumental event not just in the timeline of redemptive history, but i… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21392089/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew274556christandthecurta/id/381129 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21392089 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, crucifixion, pain, scourging, death, temple, torn, flesh, veil, dead, broken, Scripture: Matthew 27:45-27:56, Series: Matthew: Session Part#74 Mon, 20 May 2019 01:02:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton The physical death of Jesus is not something we typically like to think about; it was a bloody and disturbing act that is difficult to read and hear the details of. But the pain Jesus endured He did so for a reason - because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would be given to Him, all those who would believe on His name. 2,000 years later our response to Jesus' death should be something much more than pity - our response should be faith. The physical death of Jesus is not something we typically like to think about; it was a bloody and disturbing act that is difficult to read and hear the details of. But the pain Jesus endured He did so for a reason - because of His love for the Father and His love for all those who would be given to Him, all those who would believe on His name. 2,000 years later our response to Jesus' death should be something much more than pity - our response should be faith. The physical death of Jesus is not something we typically like to think about; it was a bloody and disturbing act that is difficult to read and hear the details of. But the pain Jesus endured He did so for a reason - because of His love for the Father … Jason Hamilton 2389 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21387647/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew272744thecrucifixionaso/id/3287790.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21387647 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, cross, crucifixion, pain, scourging, death, excruciating, Scripture: Matthew 27:27-27:44, Series: Matthew: Session Part#73 Sun, 12 May 2019 18:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Pilate knew Jesus was innocent (Matthew & Luke's gospels make this clear), but the crowds were loud and insistent, so he caved and agreed to release Barabbas and send Jesus to the cross. Barabbas' connection with Jesus can't be a coincidence. His name means "son of the father", while Jesus is the Son of the Father. One tried to take the throne by force, while the other is the actual King of all. The people freed the wrong "son", but this was God's plan from the beginning. You and I are clearly the ones guilty and deserving of condemnation (Romans 3:23 & 6:23), but we are set free because of the willing substitution of the Son of God in our place. As we more greatly understand the depths of our sin, we can all say, “I am Barabbas.” And as we understand more the incredible sacrifice of Christ we will say, “All I have is Christ!”. (Audio is from the video found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwX_EpNR4CA&t=244s) Pilate knew Jesus was innocent (Matthew & Luke's gospels make this clear), but the crowds were loud and insistent, so he caved and agreed to release Barabbas and send Jesus to the cross. Barabbas' connection with Jesus can't be a coincidence. His name means "son of the father", while Jesus is the Son of the Father. One tried to take the throne by force, while the other is the actual King of all. The people freed the wrong "son", but this was God's plan from the beginning. You and I are clearly the ones guilty and deserving of condemnation (Romans 3:23 & 6:23), but we are set free because of the willing substitution of the Son of God in our place. As we more greatly understand the depths of our sin, we can all say, “I am Barabbas.” And as we understand more the incredible sacrifice of Christ we will say, “All I have is Christ!”. (Audio is from the video found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwX_EpNR4CA&t=244s) Pilate knew Jesus was innocent (Matthew & Luke's gospels make this clear), but the crowds were loud and insistent, so he caved and agreed to release Barabbas and send Jesus to the cross. Barabbas' connection with Jesus can't be a coincidence. His n… Rod Ohmes 2432 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21383637/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew271126inmyplacerodohmes/id/3283961.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21383637 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, substitution, cross, Barabbas,innocent, scandalous, Scripture: Matthew 27:11-27:26, Series: Matthew: Session Part#72 Sun, 12 May 2019 18:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Pilate knew Jesus was innocent (Matthew & Luke's gospels make this clear), but the crowds were loud and insistent, so he caved and agreed to release Barabbas and send Jesus to the cross. Barabbas' connection with Jesus can't be a coincidence. His name means "son of the father", while Jesus is the Son of the Father. One tried to take the throne by force, while the other is the actual King of all. The people freed the wrong "son", but this was God's plan from the beginning. You and I are clearly the ones guilty and deserving of condemnation (Romans 3:23 & 6:23), but we are set free because of the willing substitution of the Son of God in our place. As we more greatly understand the depths of our sin, we can all say, “I am Barabbas.” And as we understand more the incredible sacrifice of Christ we will say, “All I have is Christ!”. (Audio is from the video found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwX_EpNR4CA&t=244s) Pilate knew Jesus was innocent (Matthew & Luke's gospels make this clear), but the crowds were loud and insistent, so he caved and agreed to release Barabbas and send Jesus to the cross. Barabbas' connection with Jesus can't be a coincidence. His name means "son of the father", while Jesus is the Son of the Father. One tried to take the throne by force, while the other is the actual King of all. The people freed the wrong "son", but this was God's plan from the beginning. You and I are clearly the ones guilty and deserving of condemnation (Romans 3:23 & 6:23), but we are set free because of the willing substitution of the Son of God in our place. As we more greatly understand the depths of our sin, we can all say, “I am Barabbas.” And as we understand more the incredible sacrifice of Christ we will say, “All I have is Christ!”. (Audio is from the video found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwX_EpNR4CA&t=244s) Pilate knew Jesus was innocent (Matthew & Luke's gospels make this clear), but the crowds were loud and insistent, so he caved and agreed to release Barabbas and send Jesus to the cross. Barabbas' connection with Jesus can't be a coincidence. His n… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21383637/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew271126inmyplacerodohmes/id/380499 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21383637 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, substitution, cross, Barabbas,innocent, scandalous, Scripture: Matthew 27:11-27:26, Series: Matthew: Session Part#72 Sun, 05 May 2019 16:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter's heart was broken after realizing his sin - same as Judas - but the way they responded couldn't have been more different. Guilt and sorrow drove them both to death; one was in despair but the other was in dedication. There’s a kind of sorrow/grief that leads to repentance and life and there’s one that leads to death (2 Cor. 7:8-10). Godly grief is a good thing because it calls us back to the Savior and not ourselves. Godly grief ultimately produces real repentance that leads to a change of purpose and life. Worldly grief produces crushing sorrow that ends in death. What is the sorrow in your life producing? Crushing despair? Or repentance and life? Peter's heart was broken after realizing his sin - same as Judas - but the way they responded couldn't have been more different. Guilt and sorrow drove them both to death; one was in despair but the other was in dedication. There’s a kind of sorrow/grief that leads to repentance and life and there’s one that leads to death (2 Cor. 7:8-10). Godly grief is a good thing because it calls us back to the Savior and not ourselves. Godly grief ultimately produces real repentance that leads to a change of purpose and life. Worldly grief produces crushing sorrow that ends in death. What is the sorrow in your life producing? Crushing despair? Or repentance and life? Peter's heart was broken after realizing his sin - same as Judas - but the way they responded couldn't have been more different. Guilt and sorrow drove them both to death; one was in despair but the other was in dedication. There’s a kind of sorrow/… Rod Ohmes 2809 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21379378/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew26692710guiltandsorrowr/id/3279819.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21379378 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, sorrow, guilt, life, death, Judas, Peter, betray, deny, hope, Savior, Scripture: Matthew 26:69-27:10, 2 Corinthians 7:8-7:10, Series: Matthew: Session Part#71 Sun, 05 May 2019 16:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Peter's heart was broken after realizing his sin - same as Judas - but the way they responded couldn't have been more different. Guilt and sorrow drove them both to death; one was in despair but the other was in dedication. There’s a kind of sorrow/grief that leads to repentance and life and there’s one that leads to death (2 Cor. 7:8-10). Godly grief is a good thing because it calls us back to the Savior and not ourselves. Godly grief ultimately produces real repentance that leads to a change of purpose and life. Worldly grief produces crushing sorrow that ends in death. What is the sorrow in your life producing? Crushing despair? Or repentance and life? Peter's heart was broken after realizing his sin - same as Judas - but the way they responded couldn't have been more different. Guilt and sorrow drove them both to death; one was in despair but the other was in dedication. There’s a kind of sorrow/grief that leads to repentance and life and there’s one that leads to death (2 Cor. 7:8-10). Godly grief is a good thing because it calls us back to the Savior and not ourselves. Godly grief ultimately produces real repentance that leads to a change of purpose and life. Worldly grief produces crushing sorrow that ends in death. What is the sorrow in your life producing? Crushing despair? Or repentance and life? Peter's heart was broken after realizing his sin - same as Judas - but the way they responded couldn't have been more different. Guilt and sorrow drove them both to death; one was in despair but the other was in dedication. There’s a kind of sorrow/… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21379378/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew26692710guiltandsorrowr/id/380194 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21379378 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, sorrow, guilt, life, death, Judas, Peter, betray, deny, hope, Savior, Scripture: Matthew 26:69-27:10, 2 Corinthians 7:8-7:10, Series: Matthew: Session Part#71 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 17:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The entire arrest and trial in the life of Jesus was ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loved His Son. God’s plan to bring us into a love relationship with Him took Jesus to the cross. While we may not understand all that God is doing in our circumstances, there is a purpose & there is a design. Our lives are also ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loves us. Caiaphas' solution to the Jewish leader's problem was just to kill Jesus. "It’s better that one person die so the whole nation won’t" (v. 50). "We'll kill him so that the Romans won’t kill us", Caiaphas thought. This reminds us that the heart of the Gospel is substitution. God substituted His Son for you. Romans 8:1-4 tells us that God condemned our sin in His Son. Because of this wonderful doctrine sinners who put their trust in Jesus never need to fear being condemned by God. We are now welcomed into His family by grace through faith. The entire arrest and trial in the life of Jesus was ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loved His Son. God’s plan to bring us into a love relationship with Him took Jesus to the cross. While we may not understand all that God is doing in our circumstances, there is a purpose & there is a design. Our lives are also ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loves us. Caiaphas' solution to the Jewish leader's problem was just to kill Jesus. "It’s better that one person die so the whole nation won’t" (v. 50). "We'll kill him so that the Romans won’t kill us", Caiaphas thought. This reminds us that the heart of the Gospel is substitution. God substituted His Son for you. Romans 8:1-4 tells us that God condemned our sin in His Son. Because of this wonderful doctrine sinners who put their trust in Jesus never need to fear being condemned by God. We are now welcomed into His family by grace through faith. The entire arrest and trial in the life of Jesus was ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loved His Son. God’s plan to bring us into a love relationship with Him took Jesus to the cross. While we may not understand … Rod Ohmes 2368 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21374984/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew264768condemningthetrut/id/3275666.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21374984 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, Jesus, cup, wrath, Caiaphas, trial, substitution, Scripture: Matthew 26:47-26:68, Series: Matthew: Session Part#70 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 17:19:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The entire arrest and trial in the life of Jesus was ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loved His Son. God’s plan to bring us into a love relationship with Him took Jesus to the cross. While we may not understand all that God is doing in our circumstances, there is a purpose & there is a design. Our lives are also ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loves us. Caiaphas' solution to the Jewish leader's problem was just to kill Jesus. "It’s better that one person die so the whole nation won’t" (v. 50). "We'll kill him so that the Romans won’t kill us", Caiaphas thought. This reminds us that the heart of the Gospel is substitution. God substituted His Son for you. Romans 8:1-4 tells us that God condemned our sin in His Son. Because of this wonderful doctrine sinners who put their trust in Jesus never need to fear being condemned by God. We are now welcomed into His family by grace through faith. The entire arrest and trial in the life of Jesus was ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loved His Son. God’s plan to bring us into a love relationship with Him took Jesus to the cross. While we may not understand all that God is doing in our circumstances, there is a purpose & there is a design. Our lives are also ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loves us. Caiaphas' solution to the Jewish leader's problem was just to kill Jesus. "It’s better that one person die so the whole nation won’t" (v. 50). "We'll kill him so that the Romans won’t kill us", Caiaphas thought. This reminds us that the heart of the Gospel is substitution. God substituted His Son for you. Romans 8:1-4 tells us that God condemned our sin in His Son. Because of this wonderful doctrine sinners who put their trust in Jesus never need to fear being condemned by God. We are now welcomed into His family by grace through faith. The entire arrest and trial in the life of Jesus was ordained, orchestrated, and completed by a sovereign God who really truly loved His Son. God’s plan to bring us into a love relationship with Him took Jesus to the cross. While we may not understand … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21374984/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew264768condemningthetrut/id/379787 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21374984 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, Jesus, cup, wrath, Caiaphas, trial, substitution, Scripture: Matthew 26:47-26:68, Series: Matthew: Session Part#70 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 14:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus knew Peter better than Peter knew Himself, which is why Jesus prayed for him (John 17). Were it not for Jesus’ intercession on our behalf, every one of us would abandon the faith when times get tough and be content to chase after the lesser things of this world. Jesus helps us see & understand that we cannot do what He’s called us to do in our effort and ability alone. What was the "cup" Jesus was referring to in His prayer in the garden? The cup Jesus was going to drink was the cup of God’s wrath against sin. How can God tell rebellious sinners that they are right before Him and not become detestable to Himself? Through Christ's perfect sacrifice on the cross. There Jesus absorbed God’s righteous wrath so that sinners might actually become sons and daughters of the Father. He drank the cup of God’s wrath for us so that God could extend the cup of His fellowship to us. Jesus knew Peter better than Peter knew Himself, which is why Jesus prayed for him (John 17). Were it not for Jesus’ intercession on our behalf, every one of us would abandon the faith when times get tough and be content to chase after the lesser things of this world. Jesus helps us see & understand that we cannot do what He’s called us to do in our effort and ability alone. What was the "cup" Jesus was referring to in His prayer in the garden? The cup Jesus was going to drink was the cup of God’s wrath against sin. How can God tell rebellious sinners that they are right before Him and not become detestable to Himself? Through Christ's perfect sacrifice on the cross. There Jesus absorbed God’s righteous wrath so that sinners might actually become sons and daughters of the Father. He drank the cup of God’s wrath for us so that God could extend the cup of His fellowship to us. Jesus knew Peter better than Peter knew Himself, which is why Jesus prayed for him (John 17). Were it not for Jesus’ intercession on our behalf, every one of us would abandon the faith when times get tough and be content to chase after the lesser thing… Rod Ohmes 2421 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21369298/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew263146thegardenthecupro/id/3270186.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21369298 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, Jesus, cup, wrath, judge, righteousness, love, sacrifice, Scripture: Matthew 26:31-26:46, Series: Matthew: Session Part#69 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 14:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus knew Peter better than Peter knew Himself, which is why Jesus prayed for him (John 17). Were it not for Jesus’ intercession on our behalf, every one of us would abandon the faith when times get tough and be content to chase after the lesser things of this world. Jesus helps us see & understand that we cannot do what He’s called us to do in our effort and ability alone. What was the "cup" Jesus was referring to in His prayer in the garden? The cup Jesus was going to drink was the cup of God’s wrath against sin. How can God tell rebellious sinners that they are right before Him and not become detestable to Himself? Through Christ's perfect sacrifice on the cross. There Jesus absorbed God’s righteous wrath so that sinners might actually become sons and daughters of the Father. He drank the cup of God’s wrath for us so that God could extend the cup of His fellowship to us. Jesus knew Peter better than Peter knew Himself, which is why Jesus prayed for him (John 17). Were it not for Jesus’ intercession on our behalf, every one of us would abandon the faith when times get tough and be content to chase after the lesser things of this world. Jesus helps us see & understand that we cannot do what He’s called us to do in our effort and ability alone. What was the "cup" Jesus was referring to in His prayer in the garden? The cup Jesus was going to drink was the cup of God’s wrath against sin. How can God tell rebellious sinners that they are right before Him and not become detestable to Himself? Through Christ's perfect sacrifice on the cross. There Jesus absorbed God’s righteous wrath so that sinners might actually become sons and daughters of the Father. He drank the cup of God’s wrath for us so that God could extend the cup of His fellowship to us. Jesus knew Peter better than Peter knew Himself, which is why Jesus prayed for him (John 17). Were it not for Jesus’ intercession on our behalf, every one of us would abandon the faith when times get tough and be content to chase after the lesser thing… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21369298/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew263146thegardenthecupro/id/379447 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21369298 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, Jesus, cup, wrath, judge, righteousness, love, sacrifice, Scripture: Matthew 26:31-26:46, Series: Matthew: Session Part#69 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 13:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes As Jesus sat down with His disciples, He instituted the New Passover. This was pictured in the similarities between Christ and the passover lamb. But unlike the firstborn sons in Egypt at the first Passover, Jesus is the Son whom God did not spare so that we may be spared. This is the point of the new Passover Jesus introduced – that those who believe in Him may be forgiven through His sacrifice. As Jesus sat down with His disciples, He instituted the New Passover. This was pictured in the similarities between Christ and the passover lamb. But unlike the firstborn sons in Egypt at the first Passover, Jesus is the Son whom God did not spare so that we may be spared. This is the point of the new Passover Jesus introduced – that those who believe in Him may be forgiven through His sacrifice. As Jesus sat down with His disciples, He instituted the New Passover. This was pictured in the similarities between Christ and the passover lamb. But unlike the firstborn sons in Egypt at the first Passover, Jesus is the Son whom God did not spare so t… Rod Ohmes 2539 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21362643/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew261730thenewpassoverrod/id/3270170.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21362643 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, Passover, bread, blood, lamb, sacrifice, Exodus, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 26:17-26:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#68 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 13:28:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes As Jesus sat down with His disciples, He instituted the New Passover. This was pictured in the similarities between Christ and the passover lamb. But unlike the firstborn sons in Egypt at the first Passover, Jesus is the Son whom God did not spare so that we may be spared. This is the point of the new Passover Jesus introduced – that those who believe in Him may be forgiven through His sacrifice. As Jesus sat down with His disciples, He instituted the New Passover. This was pictured in the similarities between Christ and the passover lamb. But unlike the firstborn sons in Egypt at the first Passover, Jesus is the Son whom God did not spare so that we may be spared. This is the point of the new Passover Jesus introduced – that those who believe in Him may be forgiven through His sacrifice. As Jesus sat down with His disciples, He instituted the New Passover. This was pictured in the similarities between Christ and the passover lamb. But unlike the firstborn sons in Egypt at the first Passover, Jesus is the Son whom God did not spare so t… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21362643/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew261730thenewpassoverrod/id/379445 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21362643 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, cross, Passover, bread, blood, lamb, sacrifice, Exodus, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 26:17-26:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#68 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 16:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The religious leaders hated Jesus, but they were ruled by the fear of men. They cared more about what other people thought of them than what God did. The religious leaders literally buried the Truth to try to retain their reputation. Oftentimes we are so worried about what other people think that we are also willing to bury truth in order to maintain a lie. And so the religious leaders found someone who loved money as much as they did - Judas. Despite Judas' scolding of Mary, it's evident that the use of her own hair on Jesus' feet was an act of incredible humility and deep devotion. - Mary anointed Jesus with oil that was worth a year’s wages. - Judas sold Jesus for four months wages. This highlights a truth: What we value most is most precious to us. Magnifying Christ with your very best is always an appropriate act for a Christian. The religious leaders hated Jesus, but they were ruled by the fear of men. They cared more about what other people thought of them than what God did. The religious leaders literally buried the Truth to try to retain their reputation. Oftentimes we are so worried about what other people think that we are also willing to bury truth in order to maintain a lie. And so the religious leaders found someone who loved money as much as they did - Judas. Despite Judas' scolding of Mary, it's evident that the use of her own hair on Jesus' feet was an act of incredible humility and deep devotion. - Mary anointed Jesus with oil that was worth a year’s wages. - Judas sold Jesus for four months wages. This highlights a truth: What we value most is most precious to us. Magnifying Christ with your very best is always an appropriate act for a Christian. The religious leaders hated Jesus, but they were ruled by the fear of men. They cared more about what other people thought of them than what God did. The religious leaders literally buried the Truth to try to retain their reputation. Oftentimes we are… Rod Ohmes 2534 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361313/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew26116thebeginningofthem/id/3262497.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361313 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, middle, cross, Judas, Mary, oil, wages, love of money, Scripture: Matthew 26:1-26:16, Series: Matthew: Session Part#67 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 16:03:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The religious leaders hated Jesus, but they were ruled by the fear of men. They cared more about what other people thought of them than what God did. The religious leaders literally buried the Truth to try to retain their reputation. Oftentimes we are so worried about what other people think that we are also willing to bury truth in order to maintain a lie. And so the religious leaders found someone who loved money as much as they did - Judas. Despite Judas' scolding of Mary, it's evident that the use of her own hair on Jesus' feet was an act of incredible humility and deep devotion. - Mary anointed Jesus with oil that was worth a year’s wages. - Judas sold Jesus for four months wages. This highlights a truth: What we value most is most precious to us. Magnifying Christ with your very best is always an appropriate act for a Christian. The religious leaders hated Jesus, but they were ruled by the fear of men. They cared more about what other people thought of them than what God did. The religious leaders literally buried the Truth to try to retain their reputation. Oftentimes we are so worried about what other people think that we are also willing to bury truth in order to maintain a lie. And so the religious leaders found someone who loved money as much as they did - Judas. Despite Judas' scolding of Mary, it's evident that the use of her own hair on Jesus' feet was an act of incredible humility and deep devotion. - Mary anointed Jesus with oil that was worth a year’s wages. - Judas sold Jesus for four months wages. This highlights a truth: What we value most is most precious to us. Magnifying Christ with your very best is always an appropriate act for a Christian. The religious leaders hated Jesus, but they were ruled by the fear of men. They cared more about what other people thought of them than what God did. The religious leaders literally buried the Truth to try to retain their reputation. Oftentimes we are… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361313/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew26116thebeginningofthem/id/378797 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361313 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, middle, cross, Judas, Mary, oil, wages, love of money, Scripture: Matthew 26:1-26:16, Series: Matthew: Session Part#67 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 03:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The core message of the Parable of the Sheep and Goats is that God’s people will actively love others. If we don’t ever bear the fruit of practical love and care toward brothers & sisters – the least of these – our faith is dead (according to James 2). Good works are not the cause of salvation, they are the effect of salvation. Active care is the fruit of a heart that’s been changed by Christ, and it’s a fundamental way we prepare for the coming of Christ. The core message of the Parable of the Sheep and Goats is that God’s people will actively love others. If we don’t ever bear the fruit of practical love and care toward brothers & sisters – the least of these – our faith is dead (according to James 2). Good works are not the cause of salvation, they are the effect of salvation. Active care is the fruit of a heart that’s been changed by Christ, and it’s a fundamental way we prepare for the coming of Christ. The core message of the Parable of the Sheep and Goats is that God’s people will actively love others. If we don’t ever bear the fruit of practical love and care toward brothers & sisters – the least of these – our faith is dead (according to James 2).… Rod Ohmes 2391 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361302/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew253146theleastofthesero/id/3262492.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361302 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, least of these, belongings, faith, works, deeds,, Scripture: Matthew 25:31-25:46, Series: Matthew: Session Part#66 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 03:16:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The core message of the Parable of the Sheep and Goats is that God’s people will actively love others. If we don’t ever bear the fruit of practical love and care toward brothers & sisters – the least of these – our faith is dead (according to James 2). Good works are not the cause of salvation, they are the effect of salvation. Active care is the fruit of a heart that’s been changed by Christ, and it’s a fundamental way we prepare for the coming of Christ. The core message of the Parable of the Sheep and Goats is that God’s people will actively love others. If we don’t ever bear the fruit of practical love and care toward brothers & sisters – the least of these – our faith is dead (according to James 2). Good works are not the cause of salvation, they are the effect of salvation. Active care is the fruit of a heart that’s been changed by Christ, and it’s a fundamental way we prepare for the coming of Christ. The core message of the Parable of the Sheep and Goats is that God’s people will actively love others. If we don’t ever bear the fruit of practical love and care toward brothers & sisters – the least of these – our faith is dead (according to James 2).… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361302/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew253146theleastofthesero/id/378796 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21361302 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, least of these, belongings, faith, works, deeds,, Scripture: Matthew 25:31-25:46, Series: Matthew: Session Part#66 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 15:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The parable of the bridesmaids and the parable of the talents are both teaching us the same thing: be ready. You don't know when the groom will arrive so be prepared to wait well. You don't know when the master will return, so use what he's given you appropriately. Waiting doesn't just mean sitting back and sipping sweet tea, it involves doing the things God has called Christians to do while we wait. The parable of the bridesmaids and the parable of the talents are both teaching us the same thing: be ready. You don't know when the groom will arrive so be prepared to wait well. You don't know when the master will return, so use what he's given you appropriately. Waiting doesn't just mean sitting back and sipping sweet tea, it involves doing the things God has called Christians to do while we wait. The parable of the bridesmaids and the parable of the talents are both teaching us the same thing: be ready. You don't know when the groom will arrive so be prepared to wait well. You don't know when the master will return, so use what he's given you a… Rod Ohmes 2411 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21353529/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew25130bereadyrodohmes/id/3255163.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21353529 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, bridesmaids, lamps, religion, servant, master, wait, be ready, wait well, expectation, Scripture: Matthew 25:1-25:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#65 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 15:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The parable of the bridesmaids and the parable of the talents are both teaching us the same thing: be ready. You don't know when the groom will arrive so be prepared to wait well. You don't know when the master will return, so use what he's given you appropriately. Waiting doesn't just mean sitting back and sipping sweet tea, it involves doing the things God has called Christians to do while we wait. The parable of the bridesmaids and the parable of the talents are both teaching us the same thing: be ready. You don't know when the groom will arrive so be prepared to wait well. You don't know when the master will return, so use what he's given you appropriately. Waiting doesn't just mean sitting back and sipping sweet tea, it involves doing the things God has called Christians to do while we wait. The parable of the bridesmaids and the parable of the talents are both teaching us the same thing: be ready. You don't know when the groom will arrive so be prepared to wait well. You don't know when the master will return, so use what he's given you a… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21353529/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew25130bereadyrodohmes/id/378134 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21353529 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, bridesmaids, lamps, religion, servant, master, wait, be ready, wait well, expectation, Scripture: Matthew 25:1-25:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#65 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 20:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Make no mistake - the King is coming back. From generation to generation, followers of Christ are called to wait, but this doesn't mean we just sit around twiddling our thumbs. We're called to wait well. If you're a follower of Christ, God’s will for your life while you wait for Christ’s coming is to be a productive member of His Body. Waiting well includes: • Loving God with everything you have. [Mt. 22:37] • Loving Others as yourself. [Mt. 22:39; 25:35-40] • Making Disciples of all nations. [Mt. 28:18-20] • Being Conformed more and more into the image of Jesus Christ. [Rom. 8:28-29] Make no mistake - the King is coming back. From generation to generation, followers of Christ are called to wait, but this doesn't mean we just sit around twiddling our thumbs. We're called to wait well. If you're a follower of Christ, God’s will for your life while you wait for Christ’s coming is to be a productive member of His Body. Waiting well includes: • Loving God with everything you have. [Mt. 22:37] • Loving Others as yourself. [Mt. 22:39; 25:35-40] • Making Disciples of all nations. [Mt. 28:18-20] • Being Conformed more and more into the image of Jesus Christ. [Rom. 8:28-29] Make no mistake - the King is coming back. From generation to generation, followers of Christ are called to wait, but this doesn't mean we just sit around twiddling our thumbs. We're called to wait well. If you're a follower of Christ, God’s will for y… Rod Ohmes 2968 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew243651waitingwellrodohm/id/3252315.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350338 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, future, signs, end of the age,, Scripture: Matthew 24:36-24:51, Series: Matthew: Session Part#64 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 20:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Make no mistake - the King is coming back. From generation to generation, followers of Christ are called to wait, but this doesn't mean we just sit around twiddling our thumbs. We're called to wait well. If you're a follower of Christ, God’s will for your life while you wait for Christ’s coming is to be a productive member of His Body. Waiting well includes: • Loving God with everything you have. [Mt. 22:37] • Loving Others as yourself. [Mt. 22:39; 25:35-40] • Making Disciples of all nations. [Mt. 28:18-20] • Being Conformed more and more into the image of Jesus Christ. [Rom. 8:28-29] Make no mistake - the King is coming back. From generation to generation, followers of Christ are called to wait, but this doesn't mean we just sit around twiddling our thumbs. We're called to wait well. If you're a follower of Christ, God’s will for your life while you wait for Christ’s coming is to be a productive member of His Body. Waiting well includes: • Loving God with everything you have. [Mt. 22:37] • Loving Others as yourself. [Mt. 22:39; 25:35-40] • Making Disciples of all nations. [Mt. 28:18-20] • Being Conformed more and more into the image of Jesus Christ. [Rom. 8:28-29] Make no mistake - the King is coming back. From generation to generation, followers of Christ are called to wait, but this doesn't mean we just sit around twiddling our thumbs. We're called to wait well. If you're a follower of Christ, God’s will for y… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew243651waitingwellrodohm/id/377916 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350338 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, future, signs, end of the age,, Scripture: Matthew 24:36-24:51, Series: Matthew: Session Part#64 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 19:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The next major event in the history of the world is the second coming of Christ. He is coming back as He said, and His return mirrors the destruction of Jerusalem in many ways: it would be swift, complete, and public - like lightning and vultures, and like the Roman army. He is coming back, but it hasn't happened yet. While our understanding of these events may vary, two truths are made clear: 1. Jerusalem would be destroyed. 2. Jesus is going to come back. Jesus was correct about Jerusalem's destruction, and He'll be correct about returning for His people. The question each of us must ask is, "Am I ready for that day?" The next major event in the history of the world is the second coming of Christ. He is coming back as He said, and His return mirrors the destruction of Jerusalem in many ways: it would be swift, complete, and public - like lightning and vultures, and like the Roman army. He is coming back, but it hasn't happened yet. While our understanding of these events may vary, two truths are made clear: 1. Jerusalem would be destroyed. 2. Jesus is going to come back. Jesus was correct about Jerusalem's destruction, and He'll be correct about returning for His people. The question each of us must ask is, "Am I ready for that day?" The next major event in the history of the world is the second coming of Christ. He is coming back as He said, and His return mirrors the destruction of Jerusalem in many ways: it would be swift, complete, and public - like lightning and vultures, and … Rod Ohmes 2531 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350318/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew24135thekingiscomingrod/id/3252314.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350318 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, future, destruction, Jerusalem, temple, signs, end of the age, this generation, abomination of desolation, Scripture: Matthew 24:1-24:35, Series: Matthew: Session Part#63 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 19:47:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The next major event in the history of the world is the second coming of Christ. He is coming back as He said, and His return mirrors the destruction of Jerusalem in many ways: it would be swift, complete, and public - like lightning and vultures, and like the Roman army. He is coming back, but it hasn't happened yet. While our understanding of these events may vary, two truths are made clear: 1. Jerusalem would be destroyed. 2. Jesus is going to come back. Jesus was correct about Jerusalem's destruction, and He'll be correct about returning for His people. The question each of us must ask is, "Am I ready for that day?" The next major event in the history of the world is the second coming of Christ. He is coming back as He said, and His return mirrors the destruction of Jerusalem in many ways: it would be swift, complete, and public - like lightning and vultures, and like the Roman army. He is coming back, but it hasn't happened yet. While our understanding of these events may vary, two truths are made clear: 1. Jerusalem would be destroyed. 2. Jesus is going to come back. Jesus was correct about Jerusalem's destruction, and He'll be correct about returning for His people. The question each of us must ask is, "Am I ready for that day?" The next major event in the history of the world is the second coming of Christ. He is coming back as He said, and His return mirrors the destruction of Jerusalem in many ways: it would be swift, complete, and public - like lightning and vultures, and … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350318/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew24135thekingiscomingrod/id/377915 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21350318 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, future, destruction, Jerusalem, temple, signs, end of the age, this generation, abomination of desolation, Scripture: Matthew 24:1-24:35, Series: Matthew: Session Part#63 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 16:17:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We shake our heads at the Pharisees and wonder how they missed the obvious, but we tend to do the very same thing. We claim that we would have responded differently, but we drive the nails just as deep with our own sin. We may not have picked up the hammer, but our sin hung Jesus on the cross. Just as a mother hen takes the hit for her chicks, Jesus took the hit for everyone that looks to Him and believes. He suffered in our place - took the wrath of God - so that we could be reconciled back to a holy God. We shake our heads at the Pharisees and wonder how they missed the obvious, but we tend to do the very same thing. We claim that we would have responded differently, but we drive the nails just as deep with our own sin. We may not have picked up the hammer, but our sin hung Jesus on the cross. Just as a mother hen takes the hit for her chicks, Jesus took the hit for everyone that looks to Him and believes. He suffered in our place - took the wrath of God - so that we could be reconciled back to a holy God. We shake our heads at the Pharisees and wonder how they missed the obvious, but we tend to do the very same thing. We claim that we would have responded differently, but we drive the nails just as deep with our own sin. We may not have picked up the ha… Rod Ohmes 2652 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325634/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew232939lamentcompassionr/id/3239898.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325634 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, woe, hen, gather, fathers, prophets, Scripture: Matthew 23:29-23:39, Series: Matthew: Session Part#62 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 16:17:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We shake our heads at the Pharisees and wonder how they missed the obvious, but we tend to do the very same thing. We claim that we would have responded differently, but we drive the nails just as deep with our own sin. We may not have picked up the hammer, but our sin hung Jesus on the cross. Just as a mother hen takes the hit for her chicks, Jesus took the hit for everyone that looks to Him and believes. He suffered in our place - took the wrath of God - so that we could be reconciled back to a holy God. We shake our heads at the Pharisees and wonder how they missed the obvious, but we tend to do the very same thing. We claim that we would have responded differently, but we drive the nails just as deep with our own sin. We may not have picked up the hammer, but our sin hung Jesus on the cross. Just as a mother hen takes the hit for her chicks, Jesus took the hit for everyone that looks to Him and believes. He suffered in our place - took the wrath of God - so that we could be reconciled back to a holy God. We shake our heads at the Pharisees and wonder how they missed the obvious, but we tend to do the very same thing. We claim that we would have responded differently, but we drive the nails just as deep with our own sin. We may not have picked up the ha… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325634/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew232939lamentcompassionr/id/376863 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325634 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, woe, hen, gather, fathers, prophets, Scripture: Matthew 23:29-23:39, Series: Matthew: Session Part#62 Sun, 03 Feb 2019 22:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Pharisees believed that by strictly obeying the law (cleaning the outside of the cup) they were acceptable to God (by having an inward cleanliness). Jesus sets them straight by reminding them of the weightier matters of the law - justice, mercy, & faith. Despite their hard work and effort, because their hearts had not been changed they were still dead on the inside. The Pharisees believed that by strictly obeying the law (cleaning the outside of the cup) they were acceptable to God (by having an inward cleanliness). Jesus sets them straight by reminding them of the weightier matters of the law - justice, mercy, & faith. Despite their hard work and effort, because their hearts had not been changed they were still dead on the inside. The Pharisees believed that by strictly obeying the law (cleaning the outside of the cup) they were acceptable to God (by having an inward cleanliness). Jesus sets them straight by reminding them of the weightier matters of the law - justice, mercy, & … Rod Ohmes 2080 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325632/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew232328woespart2rodohmes/id/3228723.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325632 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, woe, hypocrite, justify, sin, practical ministry, outside, holiness, Scripture: Matthew 23:23-23:28, Series: Matthew: Session Part#61 Sun, 03 Feb 2019 22:00:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes The Pharisees believed that by strictly obeying the law (cleaning the outside of the cup) they were acceptable to God (by having an inward cleanliness). Jesus sets them straight by reminding them of the weightier matters of the law - justice, mercy, & faith. Despite their hard work and effort, because their hearts had not been changed they were still dead on the inside. The Pharisees believed that by strictly obeying the law (cleaning the outside of the cup) they were acceptable to God (by having an inward cleanliness). Jesus sets them straight by reminding them of the weightier matters of the law - justice, mercy, & faith. Despite their hard work and effort, because their hearts had not been changed they were still dead on the inside. The Pharisees believed that by strictly obeying the law (cleaning the outside of the cup) they were acceptable to God (by having an inward cleanliness). Jesus sets them straight by reminding them of the weightier matters of the law - justice, mercy, & … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325632/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew232328woespart2rodohmes/id/375946 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325632 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, woe, hypocrite, justify, sin, practical ministry, outside, holiness, Scripture: Matthew 23:23-23:28, Series: Matthew: Session Part#61 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 17:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Belief must be rooted in truth. The Pharisees were sincere in their beliefs, but their religion was not true worship because it was rooted in a prideful heart instead of humility. They were elevating superficial things and forgetting the deeper truths of the law. They went to great effort to make more Pharisees, but were condemned by Jesus for hindering these people from entering His kingdom. One of the greatest dangers of Phariseeism is that it’s contagious. Belief must be rooted in truth. The Pharisees were sincere in their beliefs, but their religion was not true worship because it was rooted in a prideful heart instead of humility. They were elevating superficial things and forgetting the deeper truths of the law. They went to great effort to make more Pharisees, but were condemned by Jesus for hindering these people from entering His kingdom. One of the greatest dangers of Phariseeism is that it’s contagious. Belief must be rooted in truth. The Pharisees were sincere in their beliefs, but their religion was not true worship because it was rooted in a prideful heart instead of humility. They were elevating superficial things and forgetting the deeper truths … Rod Ohmes 2791 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325628/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew231322woespart1rodohmes/id/3228719.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325628 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, woe, hypocrite, truth, sincerity, hindering, Scripture: Matthew 23:13-23:22, Series: Matthew: Session Part#60 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 17:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Belief must be rooted in truth. The Pharisees were sincere in their beliefs, but their religion was not true worship because it was rooted in a prideful heart instead of humility. They were elevating superficial things and forgetting the deeper truths of the law. They went to great effort to make more Pharisees, but were condemned by Jesus for hindering these people from entering His kingdom. One of the greatest dangers of Phariseeism is that it’s contagious. Belief must be rooted in truth. The Pharisees were sincere in their beliefs, but their religion was not true worship because it was rooted in a prideful heart instead of humility. They were elevating superficial things and forgetting the deeper truths of the law. They went to great effort to make more Pharisees, but were condemned by Jesus for hindering these people from entering His kingdom. One of the greatest dangers of Phariseeism is that it’s contagious. Belief must be rooted in truth. The Pharisees were sincere in their beliefs, but their religion was not true worship because it was rooted in a prideful heart instead of humility. They were elevating superficial things and forgetting the deeper truths … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325628/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew231322woespart1rodohmes/id/375944 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325628 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, woe, hypocrite, truth, sincerity, hindering, Scripture: Matthew 23:13-23:22, Series: Matthew: Session Part#60 Sun, 20 Jan 2019 17:04:00 +0000 Paul Brunner Guest speaker and Options For Women executive director Paul Brunner shares with us on Sanctity of Life Sunday 2019. Guest speaker and Options For Women executive director Paul Brunner shares with us on Sanctity of Life Sunday 2019. Guest speaker and Options For Women executive director Paul Brunner shares with us on Sanctity of Life Sunday 2019. … Paul Brunner 1828 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325624/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sanctityoflifesundaywithpaulbr/id/3228716.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21325624 Ramsey Creek, Paul Brunner, sanctity of life, adoption, abortion, life, baby, womb, image Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus gives several indicators of hypocrisy for us to look out for. 1. You don’t practice what you preach. 2. You aren't content with the approval of God alone. 3. You delight in authority over others. We're all prone to hypocrisy, but the grace of God in Jesus delivers us from being content with hypocrisy. Jesus gives the remedy for hypocrisy, if we are willing to see past our pride: humility. Jesus gives several indicators of hypocrisy for us to look out for. 1. You don’t practice what you preach. 2. You aren't content with the approval of God alone. 3. You delight in authority over others. We're all prone to hypocrisy, but the grace of God in Jesus delivers us from being content with hypocrisy. Jesus gives the remedy for hypocrisy, if we are willing to see past our pride: humility. Jesus gives several indicators of hypocrisy for us to look out for. 1. You don’t practice what you preach. 2. You aren't content with the approval of God alone. 3. You delight in authority over others. We're all prone to hypocrisy, but the grace of… Rod Ohmes 2907 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21307515/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew23112hypocrisydefinedro/id/3211396.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21307515 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, practice, preach, approval, authority, Scripture: Matthew 23:1-23:12, Series: Matthew: Session Part#59 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:25:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus gives several indicators of hypocrisy for us to look out for. 1. You don’t practice what you preach. 2. You aren't content with the approval of God alone. 3. You delight in authority over others. We're all prone to hypocrisy, but the grace of God in Jesus delivers us from being content with hypocrisy. Jesus gives the remedy for hypocrisy, if we are willing to see past our pride: humility. Jesus gives several indicators of hypocrisy for us to look out for. 1. You don’t practice what you preach. 2. You aren't content with the approval of God alone. 3. You delight in authority over others. We're all prone to hypocrisy, but the grace of God in Jesus delivers us from being content with hypocrisy. Jesus gives the remedy for hypocrisy, if we are willing to see past our pride: humility. Jesus gives several indicators of hypocrisy for us to look out for. 1. You don’t practice what you preach. 2. You aren't content with the approval of God alone. 3. You delight in authority over others. We're all prone to hypocrisy, but the grace of… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21307515/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew23112hypocrisydefinedro/id/374409 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21307515 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, pride, practice, preach, approval, authority, Scripture: Matthew 23:1-23:12, Series: Matthew: Session Part#59 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 23:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We're in danger today of the same thing the Pharisees were guilty of - hearing the words of Jesus and our hearts remaining unchanged. This happens when sin in our life severs the connection between our head and mouth and our heart. Does our behavior and mindset each day reflect what we say we believe about Jesus? We're in danger today of the same thing the Pharisees were guilty of - hearing the words of Jesus and our hearts remaining unchanged. This happens when sin in our life severs the connection between our head and mouth and our heart. Does our behavior and mindset each day reflect what we say we believe about Jesus? We're in danger today of the same thing the Pharisees were guilty of - hearing the words of Jesus and our hearts remaining unchanged. This happens when sin in our life severs the connection between our head and mouth and our heart. Does our behavior an… Rod Ohmes 2355 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21304857/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew23arewepracticingpharis/id/3208810.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21304857 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, fallow ground, hard heart, spring cleaning, legalism,pride, Scripture: Matthew 23, Series: Matthew: Session Part#58 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 23:42:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We're in danger today of the same thing the Pharisees were guilty of - hearing the words of Jesus and our hearts remaining unchanged. This happens when sin in our life severs the connection between our head and mouth and our heart. Does our behavior and mindset each day reflect what we say we believe about Jesus? We're in danger today of the same thing the Pharisees were guilty of - hearing the words of Jesus and our hearts remaining unchanged. This happens when sin in our life severs the connection between our head and mouth and our heart. Does our behavior and mindset each day reflect what we say we believe about Jesus? We're in danger today of the same thing the Pharisees were guilty of - hearing the words of Jesus and our hearts remaining unchanged. This happens when sin in our life severs the connection between our head and mouth and our heart. Does our behavior an… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21304857/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew23arewepracticingpharis/id/374186 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21304857 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, fallow ground, hard heart, spring cleaning, legalism,pride, Scripture: Matthew 23, Series: Matthew: Session Part#58 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 04:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus asked His critics the greatest question ever asked, "What do you think about the Christ?" Our life on earth and our eternity are wrapped up in how each of us answers this question today. Jesus asked His critics the greatest question ever asked, "What do you think about the Christ?" Our life on earth and our eternity are wrapped up in how each of us answers this question today. Jesus asked His critics the greatest question ever asked, "What do you think about the Christ?" Our life on earth and our eternity are wrapped up in how each of us answers this question today. … Rod Ohmes 2375 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21301470/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew224146thegreatestquesti/id/3205569.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21301470 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, question, the Christ, Son of David, Adonai, Lord, Messiah, deity, Scripture: Matthew 22:41-22:46, Series: Matthew: Session Part#57 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 04:10:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Jesus asked His critics the greatest question ever asked, "What do you think about the Christ?" Our life on earth and our eternity are wrapped up in how each of us answers this question today. Jesus asked His critics the greatest question ever asked, "What do you think about the Christ?" Our life on earth and our eternity are wrapped up in how each of us answers this question today. Jesus asked His critics the greatest question ever asked, "What do you think about the Christ?" Our life on earth and our eternity are wrapped up in how each of us answers this question today. … Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21301470/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew224146thegreatestquesti/id/373888 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21301470 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, question, the Christ, Son of David, Adonai, Lord, Messiah, deity, Scripture: Matthew 22:41-22:46, Series: Matthew: Session Part#57 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 17:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If we are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (all of who we are) we are doomed. None of us have loved God that way. None but One; and because Jesus loved His Father most, He loved us best. If we are to love others well we must love God most. If we are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (all of who we are) we are doomed. None of us have loved God that way. None but One; and because Jesus loved His Father most, He loved us best. If we are to love others well we must love God most. If we are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (all of who we are) we are doomed. None of us have loved God that way. None but One; and because Jesus loved His Father most, He loved us best. If we are to love others well we must love God most… Rod Ohmes 2371 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21297030/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew223440theimpossiblecomm/id/3201400.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21297030 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, Sadducees, trap, Jesus, greatest commandment, love, neighbor, Lord your God, heart, soul, mind, Scripture: Matthew 22:34-22:40, Series: Matthew: Session Part#56 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 17:04:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes If we are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (all of who we are) we are doomed. None of us have loved God that way. None but One; and because Jesus loved His Father most, He loved us best. If we are to love others well we must love God most. If we are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (all of who we are) we are doomed. None of us have loved God that way. None but One; and because Jesus loved His Father most, He loved us best. If we are to love others well we must love God most. If we are to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (all of who we are) we are doomed. None of us have loved God that way. None but One; and because Jesus loved His Father most, He loved us best. If we are to love others well we must love God most… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21297030/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew223440theimpossiblecomm/id/373562 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21297030 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, Sadducees, trap, Jesus, greatest commandment, love, neighbor, Lord your God, heart, soul, mind, Scripture: Matthew 22:34-22:40, Series: Matthew: Session Part#56 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 17:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We had trouble with our microphones this Sunday, so we apologize for the choppy recording quality. We had trouble with our microphones this Sunday, so we apologize for the choppy recording quality. We had trouble with our microphones this Sunday, so we apologize for the choppy recording quality.… Rod Ohmes 1866 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21292934/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew222333reectingesuspart2/id/3197450.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21292934 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, Sadducees, trap, Jesus, marriage, angels, heaven, power of God, Scriptures, Scripture: Matthew 22:23-22:33, Series: Matthew: Session Part#55 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 17:37:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes We had trouble with our microphones this Sunday, so we apologize for the choppy recording quality. We had trouble with our microphones this Sunday, so we apologize for the choppy recording quality. We had trouble with our microphones this Sunday, so we apologize for the choppy recording quality.… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21292934/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew222333reectingesuspart2/id/373244 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21292934 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, Sadducees, trap, Jesus, marriage, angels, heaven, power of God, Scriptures, Scripture: Matthew 22:23-22:33, Series: Matthew: Session Part#55 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 17:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 1572 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21288629/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew221522reectingesuspart1/id/3193298.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21288629 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, feast, garments, nominal Christian, taxes, trap, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22:22, Series: Matthew: Session Part#54 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 17:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21288629/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_matthew221522reectingesuspart1/id/373245 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21288629 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, feast, garments, nominal Christian, taxes, trap, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22:22, Series: Matthew: Session Part#54 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 20:24:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1585 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21284523/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew22114mikecapps/id/3189360.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21284523 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, Jesus, wedding, Pharisees, feast, garments, thrown out, Scripture: Matthew 22:1-22:14, Series: Matthew: Session Part#53 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 20:33:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2796 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21273340/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew212327asonhamilton/id/3178855.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21273340 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Father, authority, Pharisees, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 21:23-21:27, Series: Matthew: Session Part#51 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 18:34:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1360 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21267973/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew211722mikecapps/id/3173900.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21267973 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, mountain, faith, move, Spirit, Scripture: Matthew 21:17-21:22, Series: Matthew: Session Part#50 Mon, 22 Oct 2018 01:53:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 2064 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21264307/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew211217mikecapps/id/3170531.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21264307 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, triumphal entry, temple, cleansing, money changers, anger, cleanse, Scripture: Matthew 21:12-21:17, Series: Matthew: Session Part#49 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 17:07:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 1938 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21256567/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew21111thekingrodohmes/id/3163175.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21256567 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, triumphal entry, palm Sunday, donkey, prophesy, Zechariah,, Scripture: Matthew 21:1-21:11, Series: Matthew: Session Part#48 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 19:24:00 +0000 John David Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John David 1909 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21252211/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew201728ohndavid/id/3159107.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21252211 John David, Ramsey Creek, mother, crucify, predicts, death, Scripture: Matthew 20:17-20:28, Series: Matthew: Session Part#47 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 19:23:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1604 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21252210/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew202934mikecapps/id/3159106.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21252210 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, blind men, healed, sight, Son of David, compassion, Scripture: Matthew 20:29-20:34, Series: Matthew: Session Part#46 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 19:20:00 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 2811 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21252207/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew20116darionuniel/id/3159103.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21252207 Darion Juniel, Ramsey Creek, kingdom of heaven, laborer, worker, payment, wages, unfair, Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20:16, Series: Matthew: Session Part#45 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 14:30:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1954 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21238438/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew191330mikecapps/id/3146474.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21238438 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, poor, commandments, follow, rich, wealth, eye, needle, Scripture: Matthew 19:13-19:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#44 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 15:11:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2451 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21233520/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew19112thebeautyofmarriag/id/3141987.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21233520 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, church, marriage, reconciliation, divorce, beautiful, Scripture: Matthew 19:1-19:12, Series: Matthew: Session Part#43 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 12:34:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3164 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21230937/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew182135forgivenessmatter/id/3139864.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21230937 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, church, brother, church discipline, discipline, compassion, restoration, love, forgiveness, Scripture: Matthew 18:21-18:35, Series: Matthew: Session Part#42 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 13:17:00 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 2248 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21225024/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew181520darionuniel/id/3133997.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21225024 Darion Juniel, Ramsey Creek, church, brother, church discipline, discipline, compassion, restoration, love, Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18:20, Series: Matthew: Session Part#41 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 13:18:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2038 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21225016/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew181014asonhamilton/id/3133884.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21225016 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, church, lost sheep, shepherd, ninety-nine, 99, astray, little ones, Scripture: Matthew 18:10-18:14, Series: Matthew: Session Part#40 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 13:18:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2320 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21217093/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew1819rodohmes/id/3126450.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21217093 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, church, committed, holiness, love, child, little children, Scripture: Matthew 18:1-18:9, Series: Matthew: Session Part#39 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 13:19:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1769 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21217086/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew171427mikecapps/id/3126446.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21217086 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, healed, tax, law, free, fish, money, death, foretold, Scripture: Matthew 17:14-17:27, Series: Matthew: Session Part#38 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 13:19:00 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 2570 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21210548/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew17113darionuniel/id/3120328.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21210548 Darion Juniel, Ramsey Creek, transfiguration, Elijah, tent, Moses, fear, Scripture: Matthew 17:1-17:13, Series: Matthew: Session Part#37 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 13:20:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2782 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21205147/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew162428followmerodohmes/id/3115154.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21205147 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Peter, rebuked, cross, follow me, die, self, live, Scripture: Matthew 16:24-16:28, Colossians 3:1-3:17, Series: Matthew: Session Part#36 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 13:20:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2158 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21201560/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew162123asonhamilton/id/3111902.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21201560 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Peter, rebuked, die, cross, Messiah, Satan, Scripture: Matthew 16:21-16:24, Series: Matthew: Session Part#35 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 13:21:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes (poor audio quality - sorry) (poor audio quality - sorry) (poor audio quality - sorry)… Rod Ohmes 2608 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21192906/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew161320rodohmes/id/3111893.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21192906 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, Peter, rock, church, build, bind, loose, Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16:20, Series: Matthew: Session Part#34 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 13:20:00 +0000 John David Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John David 2427 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21201556/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew16112ohndavid/id/3111899.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21201556 John David, Ramsey Creek, leaven, Pharisees, false teaching, Scripture: Matthew 16:1-16:12, Series: Matthew: Session Part#33 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 13:21:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2412 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21189454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew152939asonhamilton/id/3100884.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21189454 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, feeding 4000, healings, compassion, love, Gentile, Jew, Scripture: Matthew 15:29-15:39, Series: Matthew: Session Part#32 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 13:22:00 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 2341 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21185073/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew152128darionuniel/id/3096811.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21185073 Darion Juniel, Ramsey Creek, Canaanite woman, demon, oppressed, healed, dog, compassion, love, Scripture: Matthew 15:21-15:28, Series: Matthew: Session Part#31 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 13:22:00 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1882 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21181674/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew15120mikecapps/id/3093559.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21181674 Mike Capps, Ramsey Creek, Pharisees, tradition, heart, mouth, defiles, Scripture: Matthew 15:1-15:20, Series: Matthew: Session Part#30 Sun, 27 May 2018 13:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2420 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21177014/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew142236rodohmes/id/3089595.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21177014 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, walk on water, Peter, rowing, storm, darkness, Scripture: Matthew 14:22-14:36, Romans 8:33-8:39, Series: Matthew: Session Part#29 Sun, 20 May 2018 13:23:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2652 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21169663/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew14121rodohmes/id/3089593.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21169663 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, feeding 5000, John the Baptist, head, compassion, serve, Scripture: Matthew 14:1-14:21, Ephesians 2:8-2:11, Series: Matthew: Session Part#28 Sun, 13 May 2018 13:23:00 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 1729 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21177070/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew135358asonhamilton/id/3089641.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21177070 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, hometown, wisdom, carpenter's son, Mary, brothers, offence, Scripture: Matthew 13:53-13:58, Series: Matthew: Session Part#27 Sun, 06 May 2018 13:24:00 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2849 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21169661/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew134452rodohmes/id/3082508.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21169661 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, parable, net, treasure, pearl, joy, Scripture: Matthew 13:44-13:52, Series: Matthew: Session Part#26 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 13:24:00 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1532 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21160517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew132443ohnbateman/id/3074155.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21160517 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, parable, weeds, leaven, Scripture: Matthew 13:24-13:43, Series: Matthew: Session Part#25 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 19:31:57 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 2478 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21155924/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew13123/id/3070521.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21155924 Darion Junile, Ramsey Creek, sower, seeds, Gospel, parable, Scripture: Matthew 13:1-13:23, Series: Matthew: Session Part#24 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 21:18:33 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2184 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21150501/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew123850/id/3064872.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21150501 Jason Hamilton, Ramsey Creek, Jonah, reject, Pharisee, heart, Scripture: Matthew 12:38-12:50, Series: Matthew: Session Part#23 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 21:17:17 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1787 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21147609/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew121537/id/3062165.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21147609 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, blasphemy, Holy Spirit, unforgivable, fruit, tree, careless word, Scripture: Matthew 12:15-12:37, Series: Matthew: Session Part#22 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 16:33:29 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1920 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21142930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_easter2018/id/3057777.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21142930 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Easter, fool, April Fool's Day, Christ Sun, 25 Mar 2018 22:36:11 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2635 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21135593/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew12114lordofthesabbath/id/3050776.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21135593 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Sabbath, Lord, Pharisee, heal, rules, Scripture: Matthew 12:1-12:14, Series: Matthew: Session Part#21 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 15:30:51 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2074 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21126791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew112030/id/3042199.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21126791 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, woe, judgment, yolk, burden, rest, weary, Scripture: Matthew 11:20-11:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#20 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 15:26:22 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1728 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21126781/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew11119/id/3042192.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21126781 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, disciple, love, obey, follow, king, John, Elijah, Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11:19, Series: Matthew: Session Part#19 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 16:09:52 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1945 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21119230/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew102442/id/3035200.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21119230 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, disciple, love, obey, follow, Scripture: Matthew 10:24-10:42, Series: Matthew: Session Part#18 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 16:03:32 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1742 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21119228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew10123/id/3035198.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21119228 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, disciple, Scripture: Matthew 10:1-10:23, Series: Matthew: Session Part#17 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 17:04:22 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2009 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21102454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew91838/id/3019617.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21102454 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, healings, healed, faith, diseased, dark, dead, dumb, demon possessed, Scripture: Matthew 9:18-9:38, Series: Matthew: Session Part#16 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 16:48:27 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2609 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21097510/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew9117/id/3015008.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21097510 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, healings, healed, friends, faith, fasting, forgive, sins, Scripture: Matthew 9:1-9:17, Series: Matthew: Session Part#15 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 16:44:47 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1674 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21097503/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew81834/id/3015000.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21097503 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, discipleship, storm, Gadarene, pigs, Scripture: Matthew 8:18-8:34, Series: Matthew: Session Part#14 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 16:56:30 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2108 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21067475/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew8117/id/2986215.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21067475 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, leper, faith, authority, healing, Scripture: Matthew 8:1-8:17, Series: Matthew: Session Part#13 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 20:55:13 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2055 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21064491/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew71529/id/2983332.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21064491 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, Sermon on the Mount, obedience, tree, fruit, build, foundation, Scripture: Matthew 7:15-7:29, Series: Matthew: Session Part#12 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 20:51:33 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2485 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21064490/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew7114/id/2983330.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21064490 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, Sermon on the Mount, judge, log, splinter, knock, seeek, ask, gate, Scripture: Matthew 7:1-7:14, Series: Matthew: Session Part#11 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 20:14:04 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 1916 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054480/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew61934/id/2973911.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054480 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Matthew, Sermon on the Mount, possessions, treasure, heaven, kingdom, heart, Scripture: Matthew 6:19-6:34, Series: Matthew: Session Part#11 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:12:47 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2907 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054475/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew6118/id/2973902.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054475 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, Sermon on the Mount, praying, giving, fasting, secret, reward, Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6:18, Series: Matthew: Session Part#10 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 20:11:06 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2564 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054468/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew53148/id/2973896.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054468 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Matthew, Sermon on the Mount, divorce, remarriage, marriage, swear, perfect, Scripture: Matthew 5:31-5:48, Series: Matthew: Session Part#9 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 19:08:19 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2159 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054464/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew52730/id/2973885.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21054464 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Matthew, Sermon on the Mount, lust, adultery, hate, murder, Scripture: Matthew 5:27-5:30, Series: Matthew: Session Part#8 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 17:38:09 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2323 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031333/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew51726/id/2951622.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031333 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, Law, neglect, reject, worth, work, word, Scripture: Matthew 5:17-5:26, Series: Matthew: Session Part#7 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 16:55:24 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2570 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031281/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew5116/id/2951581.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031281 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, beatitudes, salt, light, world, darkness, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:16, Series: Matthew: Session Part#6 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 16:47:51 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2073 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031266/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew41225/id/2951555.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031266 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, follow, immediately, Jesus, healed, repent, repentance , Scripture: Matthew 4:12-4:25, Series: Matthew: Session Part#5 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 16:42:51 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2257 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031256/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew4111/id/2951545.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21031256 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, desert, temptation, filling, testing, serving, overcame, Spirit, Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4:11, Series: Matthew: Session Part#4 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 16:57:29 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2355 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21008872/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew3/id/2930154.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21008872 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, John the Baptist, locusts, honey, repent, baptism, Scripture: Matthew 3:1-3:17, Series: Matthew: Session Part#3 Sun, 03 Sep 2017 16:52:05 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2144 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21008861/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew2/id/2930145.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21008861 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, birth, King, Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2:23, Series: Matthew: Session Part#2 Sun, 27 Aug 2017 19:54:33 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 1860 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21000157/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_matthew1/id/2921946.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/21000157 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Matthew, Emmanuel, Christmas, Scripture: Matthew 1:1-1:25, Series: Matthew: Session Part#1 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 15:47:35 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2157 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20896392/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_12keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2823577.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20896392 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Spirit, witnessing, evangelism, go, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#12 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 16:57:43 +0000 Mike Brabo Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Brabo 2622 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20893045/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_11keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2820559.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20893045 Ramsey Creek, Mike Brabo, Spirit, unity, together, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:16, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#11 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 17:01:21 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 3326 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20886162/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_10keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2814065.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20886162 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, Spirit, Gospel, preaching, preacher, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#10 Mon, 06 Mar 2017 02:57:25 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 2368 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20880015/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_9keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2808134.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20880015 Ramsey Creek, Rod Ohmes, Spirit, Worshipping in the Spirit, Keeping in Step With the Spirit, Scripture: John 4:23, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#9 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 03:03:31 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2287 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20880012/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_8keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2808128.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20880012 John Bateman, Ramsey Creek, Spirit, Keeping in Step With the Spirit, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#8 Mon, 20 Feb 2017 03:04:07 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 2897 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20880002/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_7keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2808123.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20880002 Darion Junile, Ramsey Creek, Spirit, Keeping in Step With the Spirit, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#7 Mon, 13 Feb 2017 19:48:38 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2681 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20865172/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_6keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2793681.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20865172 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Spirit, walking in the Spirit, Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-6:20, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#6 Sun, 05 Feb 2017 18:52:28 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2554 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20861724/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_5keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2790329.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20861724 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, serve, Spirit, servant, Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2:11, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#5 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 19:02:43 +0000 Caleb Brown Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Caleb Brown 3749 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20861719/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_4keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2790334.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20861719 Ramsey Creek, Caleb Brown, Spirit, walking in the Spirit, Scripture: Galatians 5:16-5:26, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#4 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 16:03:18 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2314 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20847700/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_3keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2776724.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20847700 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, die, self, old nature, Romans, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#3 Sun, 08 Jan 2017 18:41:44 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2418 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20838171/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_2keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2767494.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20838171 Spirit, Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#2 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 16:07:50 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2275 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20836407/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_1keepinginstepwiththespirit/id/2765967.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20836407 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Spirit, keeping in step, walking, Series: Keeping in Step With the Spirit: Part#1 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 18:08:07 +0000 RCBC The Triumphant Bride The Triumphant Bride The Triumphant Bride… RCBC 1974 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20815946/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_natureofthechurchrev21/id/2746395.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20815946 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman Mon, 21 Nov 2016 21:21:52 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2205 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20815941/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchephesians5/id/2746386.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20815941 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, marriage, church, bride, Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-5:33, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#9 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 21:16:38 +0000 RCBC Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… RCBC 2025 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20815934/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurch1peter2912/id/2746379.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20815934 Ramsey Creek, Phil Brown, priesthood, believers, Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-2:12, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#8 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 19:15:44 +0000 Mike Capps Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Capps 1853 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20801614/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchephesians2/id/2732938.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20801614 Ramsey Creek, Mike Capps, body of Christ, love, together, gospel, Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-2:22, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#7 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 18:20:58 +0000 John Bateman Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… John Bateman 2539 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20801601/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchromans1238/id/2732923.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20801601 Ramsey Creek, John Bateman, Nature of the Church, gifts, motivation, manifestation, church, body, Christ, Scripture: Romans 12:3-12:8, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#6 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 14:34:46 +0000 Mike Brabo Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Mike Brabo 2388 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20785727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchacts24247/id/2717893.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20785727 Ramsey Creek, Mike Brabo, fellowship, doctrine, orthodoxy, Acts, early church, breaking bread, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:47, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#5 Mon, 10 Oct 2016 02:57:07 +0000 Rod Ohmes Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Rod Ohmes 3445 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20782882/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchmatthew181/id/2715227.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20782882 Rod Ohmes, Ramsey Creek, church discipline, real love, accountability, church membership, local church, Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18:20, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#4 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 20:00:23 +0000 Darion Juniel Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Darion Juniel 1790 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20777096/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchmatthew161/id/2709817.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20777096 Ramsey Creek, Darion Junile, church, keys of the kingdom, Rock, Peter, authority, Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16:20, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#3 Mon, 19 Sep 2016 00:42:24 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 2606 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20766166/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchprophets/id/2699450.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20766166 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, church, ekklesia, called out, chosen people, local church, attendance, involvement, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#2 Mon, 12 Sep 2016 00:49:40 +0000 Jason Hamilton Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Ramsey Creek Baptist Church… Jason Hamilton 3093 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20762023/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenatureofthechurchpentateuch/id/2695489.mp3 https://ramseycreekbaptist.sermon.net/20762023 Ramsey Creek, Jason Hamilton, church, ekklesia, call out, chosen people, local church, attendance, involvement, Series: The Nature of the Church: Part#1