Miracles Week 11: The Power, Passion, and Purpose of Jesus In the final sermon of our series on miracles, we explore the profound significance of two pivotal miracles in the Bible: the Exodus and the raising of Lazarus from the dead. These events are examined through the lens of three benchmarks: Power, Passion, and Purpose. The Miracle of the Exodus The Miracle of Raising Lazarus Our focus shifts to the New Testament and the miracle of raising Lazarus, recorded in…
Miracles Week 10: The True Mission of Jesus In the tenth week of our series on miracles, we explored the intriguing relationship between Jesus’ miraculous works and his ultimate mission. This sermon challenges the notion that Jesus sought to promote his miracles for popularity, drawing a parallel with the promotional tactics of the Ringling Brothers Circus. Mark 1:23-45 Key Themes: Conclusion The sermon concludes by urging believers to focus on sharing the core message of the Gospel: the miracle of…
Miracles Week 9: The Power of Humility In our ongoing series on miracles, we delve into the story of Naaman from 2 Kings 5:1-19. This narrative is a compelling illustration of how humility can create space for divine intervention, while pride can obstruct it. The Story of Naaman Naaman, a revered commander of the army of Aram, was a man of great power and prestige. However, he suffered from leprosy, a condition that no amount of status or wealth could…
Miracles Week 7: Praise in the Midst of the Storm In our ongoing series on miracles, we have explored the spiritual dimensions of reality and how God occasionally breaks through into our material world. This week, we delve into the power of praise during life’s storms and how it positions us to witness divine intervention. The Context: Acts 16 This week’s sermon is anchored in Acts 16, a chapter full of miraculous events. Paul and Silas, after being unjustly imprisoned for casting out…
