http://www.oslcs.org This podcast will provide weekly teachings from Our Savior Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Excelsior, Minnesota. Facebook http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=23189706602 Frapper Map http://www.frappr.com/oursaviorlutheranchurchexcelsiormn If you are a subscriber to our podcasts please add yourself to our Frapper map. Thank you. Podcast Support support@oslcs.org CodeWright http://paap.net http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Copyright 2005-2012 OSLC support@oslcs.org (Keith Paap) support@oslcs.org (Keith Paap) Mon, 18 Jun 2007 16:07:59 GMT Mon, 18 Jun 2007 16:07:59 GMT Pastor John Zahrte Weekly teachings from Our Savior Lutheran Church in Excelsior, MN OSLCS - Excelsior MN support@oslcs.org 44.894974 -093.573825 no Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ http://www.oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/churchbuilding.jpg http://www.oslcs.org “Living A Life Of Faith” John 16:33 (Part four in the series “Living the Better Life”) I. When Problems Come, ________________________________ A. John 16:33—“In this world ____________________________. But take heart! I have _____________________________________.” B. When trouble strikes, because God is there with you ___________, He will also give you the power to ________________ II. When Problems Come, ______________________________________ A. James 4:8—“Come ______________________, and He will ________________ _________________.” B. Ask ___________ and not _________! — The ability to move from “why?” to “what?” is found in the ________ C. Psalm 55:22—“Cast your cares ____________________ and _____________ _______________________.” III. When Problems Come, _____________________________ A. Ecclesiastes 3:1 & 4—“There is a time for everything… A time to ________ and a time to ____________. A time to ___________ and a time to _____________.” B. Hebrews 4:16—“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may _____________________ and __________________ to help us in our time of need.” IV. When Problems Come, ___________________________________ A. Exodus 17:11 (ESV) —“Whenever Moses held up his hand, ___________ prevailed, and whenever he lowered his hand, ____________ prevailed.” (Exodus 17:12) B. To help us in our time of need, God created __________________ C. Galatians 6:2—“Carry ___________________________, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” V. When Problems Come, _________________________________________________ ____________________ A. Ephesians 1:7; Philippians 4:13—“I can _________________________________ who gives me strength.” B. Matthew 7:24-25 Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Living the Better Life” “Living A Life Of Faith” John 16:33 (Part four in the series “Living the Better Life”) I. When Problems Come, ________________________________ A. John 16:33—“In this world ____________________________. But take heart! I have _____________________________________.” B. When trouble strikes, because God is there with you ___________, He will also give you the power to ________________ II. When Problems Come, ______________________________________ A. James 4:8—“Come ______________________, and He will ________________ _________________.” B. Ask ___________ and not _________! — The ability to move from “why?” to “what?” is found in the ________ C. Psalm 55:22—“Cast your cares ____________________ and _____________ _______________________.” III. When Problems Come, _____________________________ A. Ecclesiastes 3:1 & 4—“There is a time for everything… A time to ________ and a time to ____________. A time to ___________ and a time to _____________.” B. Hebrews 4:16—“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may _____________________ and __________________ to help us in our time of need.” IV. When Problems Come, ___________________________________ A. Exodus 17:11 (ESV) —“Whenever Moses held up his hand, ___________ prevailed, and whenever he lowered his hand, ____________ prevailed.” (Exodus 17:12) B. To help us in our time of need, God created __________________ C. Galatians 6:2—“Carry ___________________________, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” V. When Problems Come, _________________________________________________ ____________________ A. Ephesians 1:7; Philippians 4:13—“I can _________________________________ who gives me strength.” B. Matthew 7:24-25 http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120429%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120429%20FAITH.mp3 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:17:51 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Wisdom From God’s Word” Psalm 119:105 (Part three in the series “Living the Better Life”) I. Following The Wisdom In God’s Word Will... A. _______________________________ (Acts 20:32) Test #1 = Are you having ______________________________________? B. _______________________________ (Psalm 110:105) Test #2 = Do you find yourself _____________________________________? C. _______________________________ (Joshua 1:8) Test #3 = Do you find yourself ___________________? D. _____________________________ (Hebrews 4:12) Test #4 = Is your heart _____________________________________? II. What Keeps God’s Word From Changing Our Lives A. ___________________ B. __________________ C. __________________ III. How To Prioritize God’s Word In Your Life A. You need to _________________________________________________ (1 Peter 2:2; Matthew 4:4) B. You need to ____________________________________________ (Acts 17:11; Psalm 1:1-3) C. You need to __________________________________ (Deuteronomy 6:6-7) D. You need to _______________________________________ (James 1:22) IV. Two Suggestions When Reading The Bible A. ______________________________________ B. ________________________________ - the finish date: ______________ V. Three Encouragements A. The Temptation = ___________________ // Respond = ___________________ B. The Temptation = _______________________ // Respond = ________________ C. The Temptation = _____________________________ // Respond = _______________________ D. Psalm 119:165 (NLT) —“Those who love Your instructions have _______________ and __________________________.” “ Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Living the Better Life” “Wisdom From God’s Word” Psalm 119:105 (Part three in the series “Living the Better Life”) I. Following The Wisdom In God’s Word Will... A. _______________________________ (Acts 20:32) Test #1 = Are you having ______________________________________? B. _______________________________ (Psalm 110:105) Test #2 = Do you find yourself _____________________________________? C. _______________________________ (Joshua 1:8) Test #3 = Do you find yourself ___________________? D. _____________________________ (Hebrews 4:12) Test #4 = Is your heart _____________________________________? II. What Keeps God’s Word From Changing Our Lives A. ___________________ B. __________________ C. __________________ III. How To Prioritize God’s Word In Your Life A. You need to _________________________________________________ (1 Peter 2:2; Matthew 4:4) B. You need to ____________________________________________ (Acts 17:11; Psalm 1:1-3) C. You need to __________________________________ (Deuteronomy 6:6-7) D. You need to _______________________________________ (James 1:22) IV. Two Suggestions When Reading The Bible A. ______________________________________ B. ________________________________ - the finish date: ______________ V. Three Encouragements A. The Temptation = ___________________ // Respond = ___________________ B. The Temptation = _______________________ // Respond = ________________ C. The Temptation = _____________________________ // Respond = _______________________ D. Psalm 119:165 (NLT) —“Those who love Your instructions have _______________ and __________________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120422%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120422%20WISDOM.mp3 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:36 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Pleasure Does Not Equal Happiness” Matthew 5:3-10 (Part two in the series “Living the Better Life”) Intro: 1. Pleasure is one of _________________________ 2. Things that bring you pleasure _________________________ I. The Sharp Contrast Between Pleasure and Happiness A. You need to break the connection between ____________________________ and __________________________________ Hebrews 11:24-25—three key words: 1. ___________ 2. ______________ 3. ________________ B. You need to break the connection between ____________________ and ______ _________________ 1. The difference? _____________ is found in what you do. ______________ is found in who you are. 2. Ecclesiastes 2:4-8; Ecclesiastes 4:11—“When I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; ________________________ under the sun.” C. You need to break the connection between your ______________________ and your ____________________ 1. Luke 6:22—“__________ are you when men… exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of Man.” 1 Peter 3:14—“Even if you should suffer for what is right, you are _________.” 2. Happiness is _____________________! (Matthew 5:3-10) II. How Do You Find True Happiness and Joy? A. __________________________________ (Psalm 32:1-5) B. ________________________________________ 1. Guidelines are _________________________________ 2. Our moral compass = ________________ (Luke 11:28; Proverbs 8:33; Psalm 119:35) 3. John 8:1-9; John 8:11—““‘Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?’ ‘No one, sir,’ she said. ‘Then neither do I ____________ you,’ Jesus declared. ‘Go now and _________________________________.’” Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Living the Better Life” “Pleasure Does Not Equal Happiness” Matthew 5:3-10 (Part two in the series “Living the Better Life”) Intro: 1. Pleasure is one of _________________________ 2. Things that bring you pleasure _________________________ I. The Sharp Contrast Between Pleasure and Happiness A. You need to break the connection between ____________________________ and __________________________________ Hebrews 11:24-25—three key words: 1. ___________ 2. ______________ 3. ________________ B. You need to break the connection between ____________________ and ______ _________________ 1. The difference? _____________ is found in what you do. ______________ is found in who you are. 2. Ecclesiastes 2:4-8; Ecclesiastes 4:11—“When I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; ________________________ under the sun.” C. You need to break the connection between your ______________________ and your ____________________ 1. Luke 6:22—“__________ are you when men… exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of Man.” 1 Peter 3:14—“Even if you should suffer for what is right, you are _________.” 2. Happiness is _____________________! (Matthew 5:3-10) II. How Do You Find True Happiness and Joy? A. __________________________________ (Psalm 32:1-5) B. ________________________________________ 1. Guidelines are _________________________________ 2. Our moral compass = ________________ (Luke 11:28; Proverbs 8:33; Psalm 119:35) 3. John 8:1-9; John 8:11—““‘Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?’ ‘No one, sir,’ she said. ‘Then neither do I ____________ you,’ Jesus declared. ‘Go now and _________________________________.’” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120415%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120415%20PLEASURE.mp3 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:50 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Come Alive This Easter” 2 Corinthians 5:15 (Part one in the series “Living the Better Life”) Intro: 2 Corinthians 5:15 (The Message)—“(Jesus) included everyone in His death so that everyone could also be included in His life… _______________________ than people ever lived on their own.” I. The “Good” Life A. People feel _____________________ B. People feel _______________ C. People feel __________________ II. The “Better” Life A. The Better Life is ____________________________________ (Colossians 3:4a) 1. 1 Peter 1:3-4(The Message)—“Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we’ve been _________________________________ and have everything to live for, including a future in heaven – and that future starts now!” a. The Better Life is __________________________________________ b. The Better Life is ___________________ 2. Ephesians 2:8 B. The Better Life is __________________________________ 1. Jesus frees you from… a. ____________________________ b. ________________________ c. ___________________________________ d. ______________________________________ 2. 1 Timothy 2:5(ESV)—“Christ Jesus...gave Himself as a __________________.” (Ephesians 1:7; Romans 8:13) C. The Better Life is _____________________________ 1. Jeremiah 31:25—“I will refresh the _________ and those who feel ________.” (Zechariah 4:6) 2. Romans 8:11(GWT)— “The One who brought Christ back to life will also ______ ______________________________ by His Spirit who _________________.” (2 Corinthians 4:16) 3. 1 Corinthians 15:22; John 10:10(ESV)—“I have come that they may have _____ and have it ___________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Living the Better Life” “Come Alive This Easter” 2 Corinthians 5:15 (Part one in the series “Living the Better Life”) Intro: 2 Corinthians 5:15 (The Message)—“(Jesus) included everyone in His death so that everyone could also be included in His life… _______________________ than people ever lived on their own.” I. The “Good” Life A. People feel _____________________ B. People feel _______________ C. People feel __________________ II. The “Better” Life A. The Better Life is ____________________________________ (Colossians 3:4a) 1. 1 Peter 1:3-4(The Message)—“Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we’ve been _________________________________ and have everything to live for, including a future in heaven – and that future starts now!” a. The Better Life is __________________________________________ b. The Better Life is ___________________ 2. Ephesians 2:8 B. The Better Life is __________________________________ 1. Jesus frees you from… a. ____________________________ b. ________________________ c. ___________________________________ d. ______________________________________ 2. 1 Timothy 2:5(ESV)—“Christ Jesus...gave Himself as a __________________.” (Ephesians 1:7; Romans 8:13) C. The Better Life is _____________________________ 1. Jeremiah 31:25—“I will refresh the _________ and those who feel ________.” (Zechariah 4:6) 2. Romans 8:11(GWT)— “The One who brought Christ back to life will also ______ ______________________________ by His Spirit who _________________.” (2 Corinthians 4:16) 3. 1 Corinthians 15:22; John 10:10(ESV)—“I have come that they may have _____ and have it ___________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120408%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120408%20EASTER.mp3 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:22 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Word of Substitution” Mathew 27:45-46 (Part four in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: Matthew 27:46 1 John 2:2—“(Jesus) is the ______________________ for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.” Atonement means _______________________________ 2 Corinthians 5:21—“God made Him who had no sin ______________________, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.” I. What Do Jesus’ Words Teach Us? A. __________________ (Revelation 4:8) Habakkuk 1:13—“Your eyes, O Lord, are _____________________________ ____________. You cannot tolerate wrong.” B. _________________—Three damaging effects of sin: 1. ______________________ (Isaiah 59:2) 2. ______________________ (Psalm 38:4) 3. ______________________ (Psalm 7:11) C. _____________________________ (Romans 3:25) Galatians 3:13—“Christ redeemed us from the curse of the Law by _________ ________________________, for it is written, ‘Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree.” II. How Should You Respond To Jesus’ Words? A. Turn from your sin and ____________________________________ (Romans 3:22; Hebrews 10:26) B. ___________________________________ Romans 5:11—“We... __________ in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received ____________________.” C. When tempted, ______________________________________ (1 Peter 1:18-20) D. _________________________________ Our vision = To ________ and to _________ the ________! Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “CrossWords” “The Word of Substitution” Mathew 27:45-46 (Part four in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: Matthew 27:46 1 John 2:2—“(Jesus) is the ______________________ for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.” Atonement means _______________________________ 2 Corinthians 5:21—“God made Him who had no sin ______________________, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.” I. What Do Jesus’ Words Teach Us? A. __________________ (Revelation 4:8) Habakkuk 1:13—“Your eyes, O Lord, are _____________________________ ____________. You cannot tolerate wrong.” B. _________________—Three damaging effects of sin: 1. ______________________ (Isaiah 59:2) 2. ______________________ (Psalm 38:4) 3. ______________________ (Psalm 7:11) C. _____________________________ (Romans 3:25) Galatians 3:13—“Christ redeemed us from the curse of the Law by _________ ________________________, for it is written, ‘Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree.” II. How Should You Respond To Jesus’ Words? A. Turn from your sin and ____________________________________ (Romans 3:22; Hebrews 10:26) B. ___________________________________ Romans 5:11—“We... __________ in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received ____________________.” C. When tempted, ______________________________________ (1 Peter 1:18-20) D. _________________________________ Our vision = To ________ and to _________ the ________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120311%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120311%20SUBSTITUTION.mp3 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:31 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Word of Love” John 19:25-27 (Part three in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: John 19 :25-27 I. How To Love Like Jesus A. Recognize that _________________________________ Another word for attention = __________________ (Exodus 20:12) B. Recognize that ______________________________________ 1 Timothy 5:3-4; 1 Timothy 5:8 C. Recognize that ______________________________________ (Proverbs 17:17) II. How The Bible Defines “Love” A. Love is a ________________ John 13:34—“A new ____________ I give you: ________________________. As I have loved you, so you ________ love one another.” B. Love is a ____________ 1 Corinthians 14:1—“_______________________ of love.” C. Love is a _____________ 1 John 3:18—“Let us not love with words or tongue but with ___________ and in ____________.” D. Love is a _____________________ 1 John 4:16—“God is love. Whoever lives in love—___________________ and ____________________.” III. Two Things To Remember When You Are In Pain A. _____________________ (Isaiah 53:5) 1 Peter 5:7(NLT)—“Give all your worries and cares to God, for He ___________ ________________.” B. _________________________________________ Romans 12:5—“Rejoice with ___________________________ and mourn with __________________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “CrossWords” “The Word of Love” John 19:25-27 (Part three in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: John 19 :25-27 I. How To Love Like Jesus A. Recognize that _________________________________ Another word for attention = __________________ (Exodus 20:12) B. Recognize that ______________________________________ 1 Timothy 5:3-4; 1 Timothy 5:8 C. Recognize that ______________________________________ (Proverbs 17:17) II. How The Bible Defines “Love” A. Love is a ________________ John 13:34—“A new ____________ I give you: ________________________. As I have loved you, so you ________ love one another.” B. Love is a ____________ 1 Corinthians 14:1—“_______________________ of love.” C. Love is a _____________ 1 John 3:18—“Let us not love with words or tongue but with ___________ and in ____________.” D. Love is a _____________________ 1 John 4:16—“God is love. Whoever lives in love—___________________ and ____________________.” III. Two Things To Remember When You Are In Pain A. _____________________ (Isaiah 53:5) 1 Peter 5:7(NLT)—“Give all your worries and cares to God, for He ___________ ________________.” B. _________________________________________ Romans 12:5—“Rejoice with ___________________________ and mourn with __________________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120304%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120304%20LOVE.mp3 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:44 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Word of Assurance” Luke 23:39-43 (Part two in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: Luke 23:42-43 I. ____________________________________________ A. Luke 23:40—“Don’t you __________________, since you are under the same sentence?” B. Hebrews 9:27—“Man is destined to _______________, and after that to _______ _________________.” II. _______________________________________ A. Luke 23:41a; 1 John 1:9; James 2:10—“Whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles ____________ _____________ is guilty of breaking ______________.” B. Romans 6:23—“The ___________ of sin is death, but the _________ of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” III. __________________________________ A. Luke 23:41—“We are punished justly… But this Man has ___________________ _____________.” B. 2 Corinthians 5:21(NLT) —“For God made Christ, __________________, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made ________ with God through Christ.” IV. ________________________________ A. Luke 23:42a B. Ephesians 2:8-9—“It is by __________ you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—_________________, so that no one can boast.” V. ____________________________ A. Luke 23:42 B. Acts 16:31—“Believe in the ___________________, and you will be saved.” Luke 23:43—Four Characteristics of Your Salvation: 1. It is ___________________ 2. It is ____________ 3. It is a _____________________ 4. It is ________________________ What is the best time to be saved? 2 Corinthians 6:2 (NCV) —“The ‘right time’ is _______, and the ‘day of salvation’ is ________.” Romans 10:13—“________________ who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “CrossWords” “The Word of Assurance” Luke 23:39-43 (Part two in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: Luke 23:42-43 I. ____________________________________________ A. Luke 23:40—“Don’t you __________________, since you are under the same sentence?” B. Hebrews 9:27—“Man is destined to _______________, and after that to _______ _________________.” II. _______________________________________ A. Luke 23:41a; 1 John 1:9; James 2:10—“Whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles ____________ _____________ is guilty of breaking ______________.” B. Romans 6:23—“The ___________ of sin is death, but the _________ of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” III. __________________________________ A. Luke 23:41—“We are punished justly… But this Man has ___________________ _____________.” B. 2 Corinthians 5:21(NLT) —“For God made Christ, __________________, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made ________ with God through Christ.” IV. ________________________________ A. Luke 23:42a B. Ephesians 2:8-9—“It is by __________ you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—_________________, so that no one can boast.” V. ____________________________ A. Luke 23:42 B. Acts 16:31—“Believe in the ___________________, and you will be saved.” Luke 23:43—Four Characteristics of Your Salvation: 1. It is ___________________ 2. It is ____________ 3. It is a _____________________ 4. It is ________________________ What is the best time to be saved? 2 Corinthians 6:2 (NCV) —“The ‘right time’ is _______, and the ‘day of salvation’ is ________.” Romans 10:13—“________________ who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120226%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120226%20ASSURANCE.mp3 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:32 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Word of Forgiveness” Luke 23:27-37 (Part one in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: Luke 23:34—“Jesus said, ‘Father, ___________________, for they do not know what they are doing.” I. Common Ways Of Dealing With Guilt A. You ______________ (Psalm 32:3) 1. You ___________________ it 2. You ___________________ it 3. You _____________________ (Proverbs 28:13) B. You _________________________ (Proverbs 19:3) C. You __________________________ 1. Guilt can _________________________ 2. Guilt can _________________________ (Psalm 38:4) 3. Guilt can ______________________________________ II. What Jesus Wants You To Do With Your Guilt A. ________________ (Psalm 32:5) B. ________________________________ for it (Psalm 51:3) C. ________________________________ (1 John 1:9) 1. The wrong way to ask for forgiveness: A. Don’t ________ B. Don’t ____________ C. Don’t ___________ 2. The right way to ask for forgiveness: you ____________! (Romans 3:23-24) III. What Jesus Does With Your Guilt A. He forgives ______________ (Isaiah 55:7) B. He forgives _______________ (Colossians 2:13-14; Jeremiah 31:34) C. He forgives ________________ (Romans 8:34) D. He forgives ____________ Ephesians 1:7—“In Him we have redemption, _________________________, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “CrossWords” “The Word of Forgiveness” Luke 23:27-37 (Part one in the series “CrossWords”) Intro: Luke 23:34—“Jesus said, ‘Father, ___________________, for they do not know what they are doing.” I. Common Ways Of Dealing With Guilt A. You ______________ (Psalm 32:3) 1. You ___________________ it 2. You ___________________ it 3. You _____________________ (Proverbs 28:13) B. You _________________________ (Proverbs 19:3) C. You __________________________ 1. Guilt can _________________________ 2. Guilt can _________________________ (Psalm 38:4) 3. Guilt can ______________________________________ II. What Jesus Wants You To Do With Your Guilt A. ________________ (Psalm 32:5) B. ________________________________ for it (Psalm 51:3) C. ________________________________ (1 John 1:9) 1. The wrong way to ask for forgiveness: A. Don’t ________ B. Don’t ____________ C. Don’t ___________ 2. The right way to ask for forgiveness: you ____________! (Romans 3:23-24) III. What Jesus Does With Your Guilt A. He forgives ______________ (Isaiah 55:7) B. He forgives _______________ (Colossians 2:13-14; Jeremiah 31:34) C. He forgives ________________ (Romans 8:34) D. He forgives ____________ Ephesians 1:7—“In Him we have redemption, _________________________, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120219%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120219%20FORGIVENESS.mp3 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:31 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Saying NO To Temptation” James 1:13-14 I. ___________________ The _______________ A. We blame… 1. __________ 2. ____________ 3. ____________________ (James 1:13-14) B. Three “channels” through which temptations come: 1. ____________________ (1 John 2:16) 2. ___________________________________ (Galatians 5:13, 16) 3. _________________ (1 Peter 5:8) II. ____________ To _______________________ A. Hebrews 4:15—Two truths: 1. __________________ what it’s like 2. There’s a difference between ________________ and ________ B. Romans 8:1—“There is now ______________________ for those who are in ______________________.” III. __________________ You Are __________________ (1 Corinthians 10:13a) 1 John 2:16—Three areas where you will be tempted: 1. ____________________ 2. ______________ 3. ____________ IV. _________ On _____________________ A. 1 Corinthians 10:13b B. How to say “NO!” to a temptation 1. You ________ ( 2 Timothy 2:22) a. Run _________ b. Run ____________ c. Run ________ 2. Tell God ____________ 3. By ______________ (Matthew 4:6) 4. ___________________________ 5. Use ____________________ (Ephesians 6:17) Discouragement = Hebrews 12:2 Anger = Ephesians 4:26 Worry = Philippians 4:6 Lust = Philippians 4:8 Laziness = Proverbs 12:24 Patience = Ephesians 4:2 Materialism = 1 Timothy 6:17 Pride = James 4:6 6. Say “yes” to ________________________________! Pastor John Zahrte Saying NO To Temptation “Saying NO To Temptation” James 1:13-14 I. ___________________ The _______________ A. We blame… 1. __________ 2. ____________ 3. ____________________ (James 1:13-14) B. Three “channels” through which temptations come: 1. ____________________ (1 John 2:16) 2. ___________________________________ (Galatians 5:13, 16) 3. _________________ (1 Peter 5:8) II. ____________ To _______________________ A. Hebrews 4:15—Two truths: 1. __________________ what it’s like 2. There’s a difference between ________________ and ________ B. Romans 8:1—“There is now ______________________ for those who are in ______________________.” III. __________________ You Are __________________ (1 Corinthians 10:13a) 1 John 2:16—Three areas where you will be tempted: 1. ____________________ 2. ______________ 3. ____________ IV. _________ On _____________________ A. 1 Corinthians 10:13b B. How to say “NO!” to a temptation 1. You ________ ( 2 Timothy 2:22) a. Run _________ b. Run ____________ c. Run ________ 2. Tell God ____________ 3. By ______________ (Matthew 4:6) 4. ___________________________ 5. Use ____________________ (Ephesians 6:17) Discouragement = Hebrews 12:2 Anger = Ephesians 4:26 Worry = Philippians 4:6 Lust = Philippians 4:8 Laziness = Proverbs 12:24 Patience = Ephesians 4:2 Materialism = 1 Timothy 6:17 Pride = James 4:6 6. Say “yes” to ________________________________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120212%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120212%20SAYNO.mp3 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:21:14 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Service: Helping Inside and Out” Ephesians 2:10 (Part six in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Ephesians 2:10—“We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus _______ __________________, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” 1 Peter 4:10—“Each of us should use whatever gift he’s received to __________ ___________.” Another word for service = _____________ Matthew 20:28—“The Son of Man did not come to ______________, but ______ ___________.” I. Serving Like Jesus Means Being __________________ (Matthew 20:30) A. Be willing to be ________________ (Proverbs 3:28) B. Three barriers: 1. __________________________ (Philippians 2:4) 2. _______________________ (Ecclesiastes 11:4) The “good enough” principle: It doesn’t have to be _____________ for God to _________ it 3. ______________________ (Luke 16:13) II. Serving Like Jesus Means Being ______________ (Psalm 100:2) A. 2 Timothy 1:9—“God… has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything ______________ but because of His own purpose and ________. This grace was given us ___________________.” B. Two barriers: 1. ______________________________________ 2. ________________________________ (Matthew 6:1) III. Serving Like Jesus Means Being ______________ (John 17:4) A. It helps to know that what you are doing ______________________! B. 1 Corinthians 15:58—“Always _______________________ to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord ___________________.” C. Learn the difference between _________________ and _________________ D. The most important thing you’ll ever do with your life is _____________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part six in the series “Thrive” “Service: Helping Inside and Out” Ephesians 2:10 (Part six in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Ephesians 2:10—“We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus _______ __________________, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” 1 Peter 4:10—“Each of us should use whatever gift he’s received to __________ ___________.” Another word for service = _____________ Matthew 20:28—“The Son of Man did not come to ______________, but ______ ___________.” I. Serving Like Jesus Means Being __________________ (Matthew 20:30) A. Be willing to be ________________ (Proverbs 3:28) B. Three barriers: 1. __________________________ (Philippians 2:4) 2. _______________________ (Ecclesiastes 11:4) The “good enough” principle: It doesn’t have to be _____________ for God to _________ it 3. ______________________ (Luke 16:13) II. Serving Like Jesus Means Being ______________ (Psalm 100:2) A. 2 Timothy 1:9—“God… has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything ______________ but because of His own purpose and ________. This grace was given us ___________________.” B. Two barriers: 1. ______________________________________ 2. ________________________________ (Matthew 6:1) III. Serving Like Jesus Means Being ______________ (John 17:4) A. It helps to know that what you are doing ______________________! B. 1 Corinthians 15:58—“Always _______________________ to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord ___________________.” C. Learn the difference between _________________ and _________________ D. The most important thing you’ll ever do with your life is _____________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120205%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120205%20SERVICE.mp3 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:20 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Worship: It’s All That You Do” Romans 12:1 (Part five in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Romans 12:1—“____________ of God’s mercy, ________ your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God.” I. Worship = ____________________ A. The two directions of worship: 1. _______________________________ 2. _______________________________ B. Mark 12:30—God wants us to love Him in three ways: 1. He wants us to love Him ____________________ 2. He wants us to love Him ____________________ 3. He wants us to love Him ____________________ C. Three things God doesn’t have unless we give them to Him: 1. Our _________________ 2. Our ___________________ 3. Our ________________ II. To Make Worship A Core Value, You Need To Understand... A. That worship is ____________________________ on God 1. Psalm 139:1-3—How do we focus on God? a. Establishing a _________________ with God i. __________________ for your daily time with God ii. Be with God ____________ iii. Be _______________ b. Develop a __________________________ with God (Psalm 105:4) B. That worship is _______________________________ to God 1. 1 John 4:19—“We love because ________________________.” 2. Hosea 6:6 (TLB) —“I don’t want your sacrifices—____________________!” 3. One way to love God back is by _______________________ C. That worship is __________________________ for God 1. Colossians 3:23—“_______________________, work at it with all your heart, as thought you were ________________________ and not for men.” 2. In life, it’s not _______ you do, but _______________ you do it that matters! 3. God doesn’t want worship to be just a __________ thing—He wants it to be ________________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Thrive” “Worship: It’s All That You Do” Romans 12:1 (Part five in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Romans 12:1—“____________ of God’s mercy, ________ your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God.” I. Worship = ____________________ A. The two directions of worship: 1. _______________________________ 2. _______________________________ B. Mark 12:30—God wants us to love Him in three ways: 1. He wants us to love Him ____________________ 2. He wants us to love Him ____________________ 3. He wants us to love Him ____________________ C. Three things God doesn’t have unless we give them to Him: 1. Our _________________ 2. Our ___________________ 3. Our ________________ II. To Make Worship A Core Value, You Need To Understand... A. That worship is ____________________________ on God 1. Psalm 139:1-3—How do we focus on God? a. Establishing a _________________ with God i. __________________ for your daily time with God ii. Be with God ____________ iii. Be _______________ b. Develop a __________________________ with God (Psalm 105:4) B. That worship is _______________________________ to God 1. 1 John 4:19—“We love because ________________________.” 2. Hosea 6:6 (TLB) —“I don’t want your sacrifices—____________________!” 3. One way to love God back is by _______________________ C. That worship is __________________________ for God 1. Colossians 3:23—“_______________________, work at it with all your heart, as thought you were ________________________ and not for men.” 2. In life, it’s not _______ you do, but _______________ you do it that matters! 3. God doesn’t want worship to be just a __________ thing—He wants it to be ________________________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120129%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120129%20WORSHIP.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:55 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor - No outline available. Pastor Mark Neuman Part four in the series “Thrive” Guest Pastor - No outline available. http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/unavailable.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120122%20OUTREACH.mp3 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:25:30 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Relationships: Hopelessly Devoted” Romans 12:5 (Part three in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Romans 12:5—“In Christ we who are many form one body, and ______________ _______________________ to all the others.” (1 John 4:21) Relationships = ________________________ I. ________________________ which is __________________ A. Acts 2:44; Hebrews 10:25— “Let us not give up ______________________... Instead, let us ______________ one another.” B. Two things to share: 1. Share ________________________ (1 Corinthians 14:26, 30-31) 2. Share _____________________ (Romans 12:5) II. __________________________ which is ____________________ A. Ephesians 2:19(TLB)—“You are members of God’s very own family and you _____________________________________ with every other Christian.” B. John 15:16; Psalm 103:11-12 C. A Christian without a church family is an ___________ (1 John 4:21) III. _______________________ which is __________________ A. 1 Corinthians 3:9a—Two reasons to serve together: 1. You _______________________ (Ecclesiastes 4:9) 2. You __________________________ (Ephesians 4:16) B. Galatians 6:10 IV. _______________________ which is ______________ A. While “serving” is doing your _______, in “suffering” you share your _________ B. Galatians 6:2; 1 Corinthians 12:26(ESV)—“If one member suffers, _____________ ________________________.” C. Romans 12:10(GWT)— “Be devoted to each other ________________________.” D. 1 John 3:16—-One way to experience deep levels of intimacy is to be willing to _____________________________________________________ E. Galatians 3:26 (NLT) —“You are all ______________________ through faith in Christ Jesus.” Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Thrive” “Relationships: Hopelessly Devoted” Romans 12:5 (Part three in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Romans 12:5—“In Christ we who are many form one body, and ______________ _______________________ to all the others.” (1 John 4:21) Relationships = ________________________ I. ________________________ which is __________________ A. Acts 2:44; Hebrews 10:25— “Let us not give up ______________________... Instead, let us ______________ one another.” B. Two things to share: 1. Share ________________________ (1 Corinthians 14:26, 30-31) 2. Share _____________________ (Romans 12:5) II. __________________________ which is ____________________ A. Ephesians 2:19(TLB)—“You are members of God’s very own family and you _____________________________________ with every other Christian.” B. John 15:16; Psalm 103:11-12 C. A Christian without a church family is an ___________ (1 John 4:21) III. _______________________ which is __________________ A. 1 Corinthians 3:9a—Two reasons to serve together: 1. You _______________________ (Ecclesiastes 4:9) 2. You __________________________ (Ephesians 4:16) B. Galatians 6:10 IV. _______________________ which is ______________ A. While “serving” is doing your _______, in “suffering” you share your _________ B. Galatians 6:2; 1 Corinthians 12:26(ESV)—“If one member suffers, _____________ ________________________.” C. Romans 12:10(GWT)— “Be devoted to each other ________________________.” D. 1 John 3:16—-One way to experience deep levels of intimacy is to be willing to _____________________________________________________ E. Galatians 3:26 (NLT) —“You are all ______________________ through faith in Christ Jesus.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120115%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120115%20DEVOTED.mp3 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:03 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Growth: Going Deeper” Romans 8:29 (Part two in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Romans 8:29—“For those God foreknew He also predestined to be conformed to the _________________________________.” I. Two Common Ways God Uses To Help You Grow A. _________________ B. _____________ II. Three Surprising Ways God Also Uses To Help You Grow A. God will use your _________ to teach you to ___________________ 1. Romans 5:4; Mark 14:34, 36 2. Two things to help you grow more like Christ in the midst of trials: a. Keep a ________________________ i. It’ll help you ____________________________ ii. It’ll remind you of ______________________________ iii. You can _________________ b. Remember _______________________ (2 Corinthians 4:17) B. God will use your __________________ to teach you to _______________ 1. Three truths about temptations: a. ______________________ to be tempted b. _______________ is tempted c. You’ll _________________________ temptation 2. Three things to help you overcome temptations: a. Stay focused on what is _________ (Philippians 4:8) b. Ask God ______________ (1 Corinthians 10:13) c. Get a ________________________ (John 3:20) C. God will use your __________________ to teach you to ___________ 1. Matthew 27:39-44; Luke 23:34; 1 Peter 2:23—Jesus ____________________ ____________________ 2. Two things to remember the next time you are hurt or wounded: a. ________________________ (Ephesians 4:32) b. ______________________ (Genesis 50:20) 3. Philippians 2:5 Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Thrive” “Growth: Going Deeper” Romans 8:29 (Part two in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Romans 8:29—“For those God foreknew He also predestined to be conformed to the _________________________________.” I. Two Common Ways God Uses To Help You Grow A. _________________ B. _____________ II. Three Surprising Ways God Also Uses To Help You Grow A. God will use your _________ to teach you to ___________________ 1. Romans 5:4; Mark 14:34, 36 2. Two things to help you grow more like Christ in the midst of trials: a. Keep a ________________________ i. It’ll help you ____________________________ ii. It’ll remind you of ______________________________ iii. You can _________________ b. Remember _______________________ (2 Corinthians 4:17) B. God will use your __________________ to teach you to _______________ 1. Three truths about temptations: a. ______________________ to be tempted b. _______________ is tempted c. You’ll _________________________ temptation 2. Three things to help you overcome temptations: a. Stay focused on what is _________ (Philippians 4:8) b. Ask God ______________ (1 Corinthians 10:13) c. Get a ________________________ (John 3:20) C. God will use your __________________ to teach you to ___________ 1. Matthew 27:39-44; Luke 23:34; 1 Peter 2:23—Jesus ____________________ ____________________ 2. Two things to remember the next time you are hurt or wounded: a. ________________________ (Ephesians 4:32) b. ______________________ (Genesis 50:20) 3. Philippians 2:5 http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120108%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120108%20DEEPER.mp3 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:19 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “God’s Church Was Meant To Grow” Matthew 13:31 (Part one in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Matthew 13:31—“The kingdom of heaven is like a _____________________. …Though it is the smallest of all your seeds, yet when it _________ it is the _______________ of garden plants.” Three types of growth: 1. __________________ 2. _________________ 3. __________________ Luke 19:10—“The Son of Man came to ______ and to ______ what was ______.” I. Four Reasons Why Any Christian Church Should Grow: A. ______________________________ Great Commission passages = Matthew 28:19-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:46-48; John 20:21; Acts 1:8—“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and _____________________________ in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and the ends of the earth.” B. ____________________________ 1. Matthew 25:41-46 2. 2 Timothy 1:10; 2 Corinthians 5:14—“For the __________________________, because we are convinced that one died for all.” (2 Peter 3:9; Luke 15:4) C. ____________________________________ 1. Jesus ___________ it (Matthew 16:18; 5:13-14; 8:11; 24:14; Luke 13:6) 2.. Jesus _______________ it (Luke 19:10; Mark 2:17) D. _________________________________________ Colossians 2:19—“The whole ________, supported and held together by its ligaments and sinews, grows as ______ causes it to grow.” (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 1 & 4, Colossians 1 & 2) II. Five Things You Can Do To Help Our Church Grow: 1. ___________________________________ (Ephesians 4:16) 2. __________________________________ 3. ________________________ 4. _______________________________________________________________ 5. _______________________________________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Thrive” “God’s Church Was Meant To Grow” Matthew 13:31 (Part one in the series “Thrive”) Intro: Matthew 13:31—“The kingdom of heaven is like a _____________________. …Though it is the smallest of all your seeds, yet when it _________ it is the _______________ of garden plants.” Three types of growth: 1. __________________ 2. _________________ 3. __________________ Luke 19:10—“The Son of Man came to ______ and to ______ what was ______.” I. Four Reasons Why Any Christian Church Should Grow: A. ______________________________ Great Commission passages = Matthew 28:19-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:46-48; John 20:21; Acts 1:8—“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and _____________________________ in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and the ends of the earth.” B. ____________________________ 1. Matthew 25:41-46 2. 2 Timothy 1:10; 2 Corinthians 5:14—“For the __________________________, because we are convinced that one died for all.” (2 Peter 3:9; Luke 15:4) C. ____________________________________ 1. Jesus ___________ it (Matthew 16:18; 5:13-14; 8:11; 24:14; Luke 13:6) 2.. Jesus _______________ it (Luke 19:10; Mark 2:17) D. _________________________________________ Colossians 2:19—“The whole ________, supported and held together by its ligaments and sinews, grows as ______ causes it to grow.” (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 1 & 4, Colossians 1 & 2) II. Five Things You Can Do To Help Our Church Grow: 1. ___________________________________ (Ephesians 4:16) 2. __________________________________ 3. ________________________ 4. _______________________________________________________________ 5. _______________________________________________________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20120101%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20120101%20GROW.mp3 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:21 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “A Gift For You” Luke 2:11 (Part Five in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) I. ________ Came At Christmas? Miracle #1 = ______________________________ A. Jesus is God because _________________________ John 10:30—“I and the Father are ______.” B. Jesus is God because ___________________________ Romans 9:5; 1 John 5:20; Colossians 1:15-16—“(Jesus) is the image of the invisible God… By Him all things were _____________; things in __________ and on __________.” II. ________ Did God Come To This Earth? Miracle #2 = ___________________________ A. God came to this earth as a baby because ______________________________! B. Philippians 2:5-7— “Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider ____________ with God something to be grasped, but made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in ___________ likeness.” C. God became a man because __________________________________ III. _____________ Did God Come? Miracle #3 = ___________________________________ John 1:14—“The Word became flesh and made His dwelling _______________.” IV. _________ Did God Come? Miracle #4 = _____________________________ A. Jesus came to bring ____________ John 18:37; John 8:32—“You will know the truth and ____________________ ____________________.” B. Jesus came to bring __________ John 10:10(ESV)—“I came that you may have life and have it _____________.” C. Jesus came to bring ______________ John 12:47; Luke 2:11; Romans 3:23-24—“All have ___________ and fall short of the glory of God, and are ____________________________________ through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.” Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas” “A Gift For You” Luke 2:11 (Part Five in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) I. ________ Came At Christmas? Miracle #1 = ______________________________ A. Jesus is God because _________________________ John 10:30—“I and the Father are ______.” B. Jesus is God because ___________________________ Romans 9:5; 1 John 5:20; Colossians 1:15-16—“(Jesus) is the image of the invisible God… By Him all things were _____________; things in __________ and on __________.” II. ________ Did God Come To This Earth? Miracle #2 = ___________________________ A. God came to this earth as a baby because ______________________________! B. Philippians 2:5-7— “Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider ____________ with God something to be grasped, but made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in ___________ likeness.” C. God became a man because __________________________________ III. _____________ Did God Come? Miracle #3 = ___________________________________ John 1:14—“The Word became flesh and made His dwelling _______________.” IV. _________ Did God Come? Miracle #4 = _____________________________ A. Jesus came to bring ____________ John 18:37; John 8:32—“You will know the truth and ____________________ ____________________.” B. Jesus came to bring __________ John 10:10(ESV)—“I came that you may have life and have it _____________.” C. Jesus came to bring ______________ John 12:47; Luke 2:11; Romans 3:23-24—“All have ___________ and fall short of the glory of God, and are ____________________________________ through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111224%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111224%20EVE.mp3 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:25:35 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Showing I Care For Those In Need” Matthew 25:34-36, 40 (Part four in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) Intro: A definition of “Those in Need” = ______________________________________ Matthew 25:34-36, 40—two different categories: 1. _____________ needs 2. ________________ needs Deuteronomy 15:11—two different ways of living: 1. ___________________ living 2. _____________________ living Closed handed living means = _______________________ The problem with “closed handed” living: 1. It comes between _________________ 2. It comes between ______________________ I. _______________________________________________ Proverbs 14:21—“He who despised his neighbor _______, but blessed is he who is ________ to the needy.” (Luke 5:12-13) II. ________________________________________________ A. Matthew 5:42 B. Four things that will meet the immediate tangible needs of the less fortunate: 1. ____________________ 2. ____________________ 3. _______________________ A. It brings ___________________________ to bear on that situation B. It ___________________ the person 4. ____________________ III. _____________________________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:9 IV. _________________________________ A. Colossians 3:2—“Set your mind on ____________________, not on __________ ____________.” B. 2 Timothy 1:9; Matthew 6:19-20 C. Matthew 25:40—“I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the __________ ______________________________, you did for ______.” Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas” “Showing I Care For Those In Need” Matthew 25:34-36, 40 (Part four in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) Intro: A definition of “Those in Need” = ______________________________________ Matthew 25:34-36, 40—two different categories: 1. _____________ needs 2. ________________ needs Deuteronomy 15:11—two different ways of living: 1. ___________________ living 2. _____________________ living Closed handed living means = _______________________ The problem with “closed handed” living: 1. It comes between _________________ 2. It comes between ______________________ I. _______________________________________________ Proverbs 14:21—“He who despised his neighbor _______, but blessed is he who is ________ to the needy.” (Luke 5:12-13) II. ________________________________________________ A. Matthew 5:42 B. Four things that will meet the immediate tangible needs of the less fortunate: 1. ____________________ 2. ____________________ 3. _______________________ A. It brings ___________________________ to bear on that situation B. It ___________________ the person 4. ____________________ III. _____________________________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:9 IV. _________________________________ A. Colossians 3:2—“Set your mind on ____________________, not on __________ ____________.” B. 2 Timothy 1:9; Matthew 6:19-20 C. Matthew 25:40—“I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the __________ ______________________________, you did for ______.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111218%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111218%20INNEED.mp3 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:19 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Showing I Care For My Neighbor” Matthew 22:36-40 (Part three in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) Intro: Matthew 22:37-40 The two most important commandments in the world: 1. ________________________________________________ 2. ____________________________________________ A “neighbor” is _______________________________________ (Luke 10:30-37) I. ____________________________________________ A. Luke 6:36—“Be _____________, just as your Father is _______________.” B. A great prayer: ____________________________________________________ (Psalm 139:23) II. _______________________________ A. Romans 12:10 (NLT) —“Love each other with ____________________________, and take delight in honoring each other.” B. Overcoming the “faking interest” syndrome happens when you: 1. __________________________ 2. ________________________________ III. ________________________ A. Galatians 6:7-8 B. Two things that happen as you begin to develop a relationship with someone 1. You’ll be able to ________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________ C. Philippians 4:6—“Do not be anxious about anything, but ___________________, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” IV. ________________________________________ A. James 2:14-17 B. Compassionate actions always takes __________________ C. Matthew 7:12—“Do ________________ what you would ___________________ ____________.” D. John 13:35—“All men will know that you are My disciples ___________________ ______________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas” “Showing I Care For My Neighbor” Matthew 22:36-40 (Part three in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) Intro: Matthew 22:37-40 The two most important commandments in the world: 1. ________________________________________________ 2. ____________________________________________ A “neighbor” is _______________________________________ (Luke 10:30-37) I. ____________________________________________ A. Luke 6:36—“Be _____________, just as your Father is _______________.” B. A great prayer: ____________________________________________________ (Psalm 139:23) II. _______________________________ A. Romans 12:10 (NLT) —“Love each other with ____________________________, and take delight in honoring each other.” B. Overcoming the “faking interest” syndrome happens when you: 1. __________________________ 2. ________________________________ III. ________________________ A. Galatians 6:7-8 B. Two things that happen as you begin to develop a relationship with someone 1. You’ll be able to ________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________ C. Philippians 4:6—“Do not be anxious about anything, but ___________________, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” IV. ________________________________________ A. James 2:14-17 B. Compassionate actions always takes __________________ C. Matthew 7:12—“Do ________________ what you would ___________________ ____________.” D. John 13:35—“All men will know that you are My disciples ___________________ ______________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111211%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111211%20NEIGHBOR.mp3 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:01 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Showing I Care For My Family” Ephesians 4:32 (Part one in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) Intro: 1 Timothy 5:8—“If anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for his ___________________________, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” Gift #1 = _______________________________ A. James 4:2—Three elements to consider when praying: 1. What God __________________ 2. What God _________________________ 3. What God ______________________________________ B. The challenge: Ezekiel 22:31— ______________________________________ (Philippians 1:3-4) Gift #2 = ___________________________________________ A. Philippians 1:9 (NLT)—“I pray that your _______ will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in _________________and __________________.” B. The challenge: ________________________________ Gift #3 = ____________________________ A. Ephesians 6:1-3—To honor your parents means that you recognize ___________ _________________________________ B. The challenge: think of some ________________________________________ An example: ______________________________________ Gift #4 = _____________________________ A. Ephesians 4:32; Matthew 6:12—_______________________________ B. The challenge: ____________________________________________________ Gift #5 = ___________________________________ A. Luke 6:38—“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the ____________________________, it will be ____________________________.” B. The challenge: ____________________________________________________ C. 1 John 4:19; Romans 6:23; 5:8 Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas” Showing I Care For My Family” Ephesians 4:32 (Part one in the series “Open BEFORE Christmas”) Intro: 1 Timothy 5:8—“If anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for his ___________________________, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” Gift #1 = _______________________________ A. James 4:2—Three elements to consider when praying: 1. What God __________________ 2. What God _________________________ 3. What God ______________________________________ B. The challenge: Ezekiel 22:31— ______________________________________ (Philippians 1:3-4) Gift #2 = ___________________________________________ A. Philippians 1:9 (NLT)—“I pray that your _______ will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in _________________and __________________.” B. The challenge: ________________________________ Gift #3 = ____________________________ A. Ephesians 6:1-3—To honor your parents means that you recognize ___________ _________________________________ B. The challenge: think of some ________________________________________ An example: ______________________________________ Gift #4 = _____________________________ A. Ephesians 4:32; Matthew 6:12—_______________________________ B. The challenge: ____________________________________________________ Gift #5 = ___________________________________ A. Luke 6:38—“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the ____________________________, it will be ____________________________.” B. The challenge: ____________________________________________________ C. 1 John 4:19; Romans 6:23; 5:8 http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111127%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111127%20FAMILY.mp3 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:34 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “More Than Enough!” Malachi 3:7b-12 It is possible to position your life in such a way that you do not have to _____ ______ _______. God invites us to step up to the faith adventure called __________. (Malachi 3:7b-12) There are more than enough resources for the __________ of this church! Popcorn time! Your bowl is ______ until God decides to_____ ___. (James 1:16-17a) The Faith Adventure God’s questions to us… “Do you love me enough to ____ ______ with an __________?” “Do you trust me enough to know that your _____ will go further than your _______? It’s hard to live on _______ of your income. Most people ______. In effect, God says, “Instead of worrying that this bowl will ______ ____ _____, I’ll make sure it won’t ____ ________!” God’s people can say… “I’d rather live on ______ ______ than my _______.” God says, “TEST ME IN THIS!” I can’t afford ______ ____ tithe! If you’re not tithing, you’re missing valuable _____ ________ _______ and a _________ ________. You can’t _____-______ God! He will always give you ________ _______ than you give him! In God’s economy, money is not for _____________ but for ______________. Spirit-Guided Giving God will flow ____________ into your life that he is trying to get to __________ ________. God ________ _________ anyone to tithe. (2 Corinthians 9:6-8) God loves a _________ giver! (Romans 8:31-32) Pastor Mark Neumann Part three in the series “The Heart of Giving” “More Than Enough!” Malachi 3:7b-12 It is possible to position your life in such a way that you do not have to _____ ______ _______. God invites us to step up to the faith adventure called __________. (Malachi 3:7b-12) There are more than enough resources for the __________ of this church! Popcorn time! Your bowl is ______ until God decides to_____ ___. (James 1:16-17a) The Faith Adventure God’s questions to us… “Do you love me enough to ____ ______ with an __________?” “Do you trust me enough to know that your _____ will go further than your _______? It’s hard to live on _______ of your income. Most people ______. In effect, God says, “Instead of worrying that this bowl will ______ ____ _____, I’ll make sure it won’t ____ ________!” God’s people can say… “I’d rather live on ______ ______ than my _______.” God says, “TEST ME IN THIS!” I can’t afford ______ ____ tithe! If you’re not tithing, you’re missing valuable _____ ________ _______ and a _________ ________. You can’t _____-______ God! He will always give you ________ _______ than you give him! In God’s economy, money is not for _____________ but for ______________. Spirit-Guided Giving God will flow ____________ into your life that he is trying to get to __________ ________. God ________ _________ anyone to tithe. (2 Corinthians 9:6-8) God loves a _________ giver! (Romans 8:31-32) http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111120%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111120%20MORE.mp3 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:31:14 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Growing Through the Generosity of God” 2 Corinthians 9:7-15 (Part two in the series “The Heart of Giving”) I. The Principle: When You Have A ________, Plant A ________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:6—“Whoever sows ____________ will also reap ___________, and whoever sows ________________ will also reap ______________.” B. God’s plan is spelled ________________ C. God will honor your “giving” by _______________________________ II. The Procedure: Give With ____________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:7; Matthew 6:21—“Where your _______________ is, there your _________ will be also.” B. The five attitudes of giving (2 Corinthians 9:7) 1. _____________________ 4. _________________ 2. _____________________ 5. ___________ (1 Corinthians 16:2) 3. ___________________ C. Two things to recall to help you grow through God’s generosity 1. Recall that _______________________________ (2 Corinthians 9:10) 2. Recall ____________________________ (Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:11) III. The Promise: _______________________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:8—Giving is ______________________ (2 Corinthians 9:13; Malachi 3:8-10) B. God doesn’t look at _______________________ — He looks at _____________ ______________________ C. John 1:16—Jesus paid for three things: 1. Your ___________________ 2. Your ______________ 3. Your _____________ (1 Corinthians 2:9) D. Romans 12:1—“In view of God’s mercy, offer your bodies as _____________ _______________, holy and pleasing to God—this is your __________________ ____________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “The Heart of Giving” “Growing Through the Generosity of God” 2 Corinthians 9:7-15 (Part two in the series “The Heart of Giving”) I. The Principle: When You Have A ________, Plant A ________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:6—“Whoever sows ____________ will also reap ___________, and whoever sows ________________ will also reap ______________.” B. God’s plan is spelled ________________ C. God will honor your “giving” by _______________________________ II. The Procedure: Give With ____________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:7; Matthew 6:21—“Where your _______________ is, there your _________ will be also.” B. The five attitudes of giving (2 Corinthians 9:7) 1. _____________________ 4. _________________ 2. _____________________ 5. ___________ (1 Corinthians 16:2) 3. ___________________ C. Two things to recall to help you grow through God’s generosity 1. Recall that _______________________________ (2 Corinthians 9:10) 2. Recall ____________________________ (Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:11) III. The Promise: _______________________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:8—Giving is ______________________ (2 Corinthians 9:13; Malachi 3:8-10) B. God doesn’t look at _______________________ — He looks at _____________ ______________________ C. John 1:16—Jesus paid for three things: 1. Your ___________________ 2. Your ______________ 3. Your _____________ (1 Corinthians 2:9) D. Romans 12:1—“In view of God’s mercy, offer your bodies as _____________ _______________, holy and pleasing to God—this is your __________________ ____________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111113%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111113%20GROWING.mp3 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:20 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Moving Beyond the Motivation for More” Proverbs 27:20 (Part one in the series “The Heart of Giving”) Proverbs 27:20 (TEV) — “Human desires are like ___________________________. There is always ______________________.” I. Common Lies that Ignite the Motivation for More A. Having more things will make you ______________________ Ecclesiastes 5:10-11—“Whoever loves money _________________________; whoever loves wealth is ________________________ with his income.” B. Having more things will make you __________________________ Luke 12:15— “Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; _______________ does not consist in the ___________________ of his possessions.” C. Having more things will make you _______________________ 1. Proverbs 18:11—“The wealth of the rich is their ____________________; they Imagine it an unscalable wall.” 2. Job 31:24 & 28—“If I put my trust in gold or said to pure gold, ‘You are my ______________,’ …I would have been _______________ to God on high.” II. Moving Beyond the Motivation for More A. Resist _____________________________________________ 1. 2 Corinthians 10:12—“We do not dare to classify or _____________________ with some who commend themselves… they are ________________.” 2. 1 Timothy 6:9—“People who ________________________ fall into temptation and a _______ and into many ____________ and _____________ desires…” B. Rejoice _______________________________ 1. Ecclesiastes 6:9—“It is better to ________________________ with what you have than to always ____________________________________.” 2. Hebrews 13:5—“Keep your lives free from the ________________________ and ________ _____________________________________.” C. Return __________________________________________ 1. Deuteronomy 14:23 (TLB)—“The purpose of tithing is to teach you to ________ ____________________.” 2. Isaiah 44:22—“I have __________________ your offenses like a cloud, your sins like the _________________________.” The antidote to the “motivation for more” = _____________ Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “The Heart of Giving” “Moving Beyond the Motivation for More” Proverbs 27:20 (Part one in the series “The Heart of Giving”) Proverbs 27:20 (TEV) — “Human desires are like ___________________________. There is always ______________________.” I. Common Lies that Ignite the Motivation for More A. Having more things will make you ______________________ Ecclesiastes 5:10-11—“Whoever loves money _________________________; whoever loves wealth is ________________________ with his income.” B. Having more things will make you __________________________ Luke 12:15— “Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; _______________ does not consist in the ___________________ of his possessions.” C. Having more things will make you _______________________ 1. Proverbs 18:11—“The wealth of the rich is their ____________________; they Imagine it an unscalable wall.” 2. Job 31:24 & 28—“If I put my trust in gold or said to pure gold, ‘You are my ______________,’ …I would have been _______________ to God on high.” II. Moving Beyond the Motivation for More A. Resist _____________________________________________ 1. 2 Corinthians 10:12—“We do not dare to classify or _____________________ with some who commend themselves… they are ________________.” 2. 1 Timothy 6:9—“People who ________________________ fall into temptation and a _______ and into many ____________ and _____________ desires…” B. Rejoice _______________________________ 1. Ecclesiastes 6:9—“It is better to ________________________ with what you have than to always ____________________________________.” 2. Hebrews 13:5—“Keep your lives free from the ________________________ and ________ _____________________________________.” C. Return __________________________________________ 1. Deuteronomy 14:23 (TLB)—“The purpose of tithing is to teach you to ________ ____________________.” 2. Isaiah 44:22—“I have __________________ your offenses like a cloud, your sins like the _________________________.” The antidote to the “motivation for more” = _____________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111106%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111106%20MOVING.mp3 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:21:37 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ No message outline provided. Pastor Mark Neumann Why is Jesus the Only Way to Be Saved? No message outline provided. http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/unavailable.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111030%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:19:47 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Press On” Philippians 3:13-14 Intro: Philippians 3:13-14 Ephesians 2:8-9—“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this __________________________________, it is the ____________________ —not by works, so that no one can boast.” I. Look _____ so that you’ll _____________________________________ A. Proverbs 16:4—”The Lord has made _________________ for His own purpose.” B. Acts 26:17-19—“I am sending you to them to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive ____________________________ and a place among those who are ___________________________ in Me.” II. Look _________ so that you can _______________________________ A. Ephesians 3:13— “...forgetting what _________________...” B. Proverbs 15:4—“A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but ___________________ in it breaks the spirit.” (Proverbs 23:7) C. Two steps to help keep your past from slowing you down: 1. _____________________________ you were told 2. Replace them with ___________________________________ D. John 8:32—“...the __________ will set you free.” III. Look ____________ so that you’ll keep __________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 9:25—“Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown ___________________________; but we do it to get a crown _______________________________.” B. Two questions: 1. _________________________________________? 2. __________________________________________? Pastor John Zahrte Press On - Confirmation Service Message “Press On” Philippians 3:13-14 Intro: Philippians 3:13-14 Ephesians 2:8-9—“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this __________________________________, it is the ____________________ —not by works, so that no one can boast.” I. Look _____ so that you’ll _____________________________________ A. Proverbs 16:4—”The Lord has made _________________ for His own purpose.” B. Acts 26:17-19—“I am sending you to them to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive ____________________________ and a place among those who are ___________________________ in Me.” II. Look _________ so that you can _______________________________ A. Ephesians 3:13— “...forgetting what _________________...” B. Proverbs 15:4—“A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but ___________________ in it breaks the spirit.” (Proverbs 23:7) C. Two steps to help keep your past from slowing you down: 1. _____________________________ you were told 2. Replace them with ___________________________________ D. John 8:32—“...the __________ will set you free.” III. Look ____________ so that you’ll keep __________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 9:25—“Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown ___________________________; but we do it to get a crown _______________________________.” B. Two questions: 1. _________________________________________? 2. __________________________________________? http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111029%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111029%20Confirmation.mp3 Sat, 29 Oct 2011 19:00:00 +0000 no 00:20:53 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Our guest pastor today, Rev. Mark Neumann lives in Lakeland, MN, with his wife and children, and he is currently waiting for a call. We thank Pastor Neumann for being here with us today, and we ask that God would bless the words of his message. Do Science and the Bible Agree? _________ ___________ _________! While science and the Bible ________, some __________ don’t. 2 Corinthians 5:7 “We walk by __________ not by ___________.” ____________ Common Ground What are we aiming at? ___________ Can human ideas lead people to discover the truth? ________________ Can the Bible lead people to discover the truth? _________________! Pastor Mark Neumann Do Science and the Bible Agree? Our guest pastor today, Rev. Mark Neumann lives in Lakeland, MN, with his wife and children, and he is currently waiting for a call. We thank Pastor Neumann for being here with us today, and we ask that God would bless the words of his message. Do Science and the Bible Agree? _________ ___________ _________! While science and the Bible ________, some __________ don’t. 2 Corinthians 5:7 “We walk by __________ not by ___________.” ____________ Common Ground What are we aiming at? ___________ Can human ideas lead people to discover the truth? ________________ Can the Bible lead people to discover the truth? _________________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111023%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111023%20SCIENCE.mp3 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:34:20 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Is The World So Messed Up?” Romans 5:12 (Part four in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) Intro: The world is messed up because __________________________ Sin = ____________________________________________________________ (Romans 5:12; Ecclesiastes 7:20) I. Why Do People Do The Wrong Thing? A. Because of your _____________________ (Romans 8:7; Jeremiah 17:9) B. Because of your __________________________ (1 Corinthians 15:33) C. Because of this ______________________________ (Romans 12:2) II. What Are The Results Of Living In A Messed Up World? A. Natural _____________________________________ (Romans 8:22) B. Physical ______________________ (2 Corinthians 4:16; 1 Corinthians 15:22) C. Emotional ___________________________________ (Romans 7:18) D. Relational _________________________________ (Genesis 3:7) E. Spiritual _________________________________ (Ephesians 4:18) III. Why Does God Put Up With A Messed Up World? A. To _____________________________ (Joshua 24:15) B. To _________________________________________ (2 Peter 3:9) C. To _____________________________ (Psalm 86:1; Isaiah 30:18; John 1:29) IV. What Should We Do In This Messed Up World? A. _______________________________________ (Romans 5:17) B. _______________________________________ Hebrews 13:14 (TLB) —“The __________ is not our home; we’re looking forward to our ___________________________________________.” C. _____________________________________ Jeremiah 2:13—“My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken Me, the ________________________, and have dug their own cisterns, ________ ___________ that cannot hold water.” D. _________________________________ Philippians 2:15—“Shine like stars in the universe as you _________________ ______________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions” “Why Is The World So Messed Up?” Romans 5:12 (Part four in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) Intro: The world is messed up because __________________________ Sin = ____________________________________________________________ (Romans 5:12; Ecclesiastes 7:20) I. Why Do People Do The Wrong Thing? A. Because of your _____________________ (Romans 8:7; Jeremiah 17:9) B. Because of your __________________________ (1 Corinthians 15:33) C. Because of this ______________________________ (Romans 12:2) II. What Are The Results Of Living In A Messed Up World? A. Natural _____________________________________ (Romans 8:22) B. Physical ______________________ (2 Corinthians 4:16; 1 Corinthians 15:22) C. Emotional ___________________________________ (Romans 7:18) D. Relational _________________________________ (Genesis 3:7) E. Spiritual _________________________________ (Ephesians 4:18) III. Why Does God Put Up With A Messed Up World? A. To _____________________________ (Joshua 24:15) B. To _________________________________________ (2 Peter 3:9) C. To _____________________________ (Psalm 86:1; Isaiah 30:18; John 1:29) IV. What Should We Do In This Messed Up World? A. _______________________________________ (Romans 5:17) B. _______________________________________ Hebrews 13:14 (TLB) —“The __________ is not our home; we’re looking forward to our ___________________________________________.” C. _____________________________________ Jeremiah 2:13—“My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken Me, the ________________________, and have dug their own cisterns, ________ ___________ that cannot hold water.” D. _________________________________ Philippians 2:15—“Shine like stars in the universe as you _________________ ______________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111016%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111016%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 16 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:54 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Should I Trust the Bible?” 2 Timothy 3:16 (Part three in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) I. The Bible Is _____________ A. ...In its __________________ B. ...In its _____________________ C. ...In its ____________________ D. ...In its _________________ E. ...In its ______________________________________ II. The Bible is __________________ A. _______________________________________ (Daniel 5:1) B. _____________________________________ C. ___________________________________ D. _________________________________________________ (Psalm 14:3; Romans 1:29b-32; 3:23; 6:23) III. The Bible is _________________ A. Because the Bible _________________________________ (2 Peter 1:21) B. Because of _______________________________ C. Because of ______________________________ (Mark 13:13) The two-fold challenge: 1. Get a __________ and ____________________________________________ 2. Attend an _________________________________________ IV. The Bible is __________ A. It identifies _________ (Galatians 5:19-21) B. It declares that you ______________________________________ 1. The only way to deal with sin is to ____________________ 2. Psalm 32:5 C. Matthew 7:24; 2 Timothy 3:16-17—“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be ____________________________________________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions” “Why Should I Trust the Bible?” 2 Timothy 3:16 (Part three in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) I. The Bible Is _____________ A. ...In its __________________ B. ...In its _____________________ C. ...In its ____________________ D. ...In its _________________ E. ...In its ______________________________________ II. The Bible is __________________ A. _______________________________________ (Daniel 5:1) B. _____________________________________ C. ___________________________________ D. _________________________________________________ (Psalm 14:3; Romans 1:29b-32; 3:23; 6:23) III. The Bible is _________________ A. Because the Bible _________________________________ (2 Peter 1:21) B. Because of _______________________________ C. Because of ______________________________ (Mark 13:13) The two-fold challenge: 1. Get a __________ and ____________________________________________ 2. Attend an _________________________________________ IV. The Bible is __________ A. It identifies _________ (Galatians 5:19-21) B. It declares that you ______________________________________ 1. The only way to deal with sin is to ____________________ 2. Psalm 32:5 C. Matthew 7:24; 2 Timothy 3:16-17—“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be ____________________________________________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111009%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111009%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:40 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Should I Believe in God in the First Place?” Psalm 19:1 (Part two in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) Intro: Most decisions are based on __________________________ and rarely on ____________________________ I. The _________________ Argument = _________________________________ A. The principle of _____________________________ (Romans 1:20) B. The principle of ____________________ (Psalm 104:11-12) C. The principle of _______________________ (Hebrews 3:4) II. The ____________________ Argument = The ______________________________ __________________ around us A. Psalm 19:1 B. Wherever there is purpose and order, __________________________________ C. Psalm 95:3-5 III. The ___________ Argument = It arise from _________________________________ Romans 2:14—“The requirement of the law are ___________________________ _______________.” IV. The Argument of _______________________________ = This is based __________ ___________________________ A. 1 Timothy 1:17; 1 Corinthians 8:4; Deuteronomy 32:4; Lamentations 3:22; Exodus 34:6-7 B. A powerful argument for the existence of God are _________________________ _________________________________________ C. Deuteronomy 4:29—“If... you seek the Lord your God, _____________________ ________ when you look for Him with all your ___________ and with all your _________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions” “Why Should I Believe in God in the First Place?” Psalm 19:1 (Part two in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) Intro: Most decisions are based on __________________________ and rarely on ____________________________ I. The _________________ Argument = _________________________________ A. The principle of _____________________________ (Romans 1:20) B. The principle of ____________________ (Psalm 104:11-12) C. The principle of _______________________ (Hebrews 3:4) II. The ____________________ Argument = The ______________________________ __________________ around us A. Psalm 19:1 B. Wherever there is purpose and order, __________________________________ C. Psalm 95:3-5 III. The ___________ Argument = It arise from _________________________________ Romans 2:14—“The requirement of the law are ___________________________ _______________.” IV. The Argument of _______________________________ = This is based __________ ___________________________ A. 1 Timothy 1:17; 1 Corinthians 8:4; Deuteronomy 32:4; Lamentations 3:22; Exodus 34:6-7 B. A powerful argument for the existence of God are _________________________ _________________________________________ C. Deuteronomy 4:29—“If... you seek the Lord your God, _____________________ ________ when you look for Him with all your ___________ and with all your _________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20111002%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20111002%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:23 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Am I Here?” Ephesians 1:5 (Part one in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) I. Three Fundamental Truths A. _______________________________ (Genesis 1:1) 1. Isaiah 45:18b— “(God) did not create (the earth) to be ___________, but formed it to be _________________.” 2. You were ____________ by God to be _________ by God (Ephesians 1:5) B. __________________________________________________________ Ephesians 1:4; James 1:18 (GWT) —“God decided to give us life through the Word of truth to make us ____________________________ creatures.” C. ____________________________________________ Psalm 139:13, 15-16a II. Four Implications A. Your ________ has ________________ 1. God designed you _____________________ (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:5) 2. God ___________________________ (Jeremiah 1:5; Genesis 25:23) B. Your _______________ has ______________ 1. ____________________________________ (1 Peter 1:18-19) 2. ________________________________________ (1 Corinthians 6:19) 3. ______________________________________ (2 Corinthians 5:17) C. Your _______________ have _____________________ 1. God can take anything in your life and ______________________ (Genesis 50:20) 2. God builds character… a. Through ____________ b. Through ________ c. Through ____________ d. Through ___________ (Romans 8:28) D. Your ____________ is _______________ (Psalm 23:6) 1. Ephesians 1:10 (TLB) —“When the time is right (God) will gather us all together from wherever we are—in heaven or on earth—to be ____________________ _____________.” 2. Luke 19:10; John 1:12—“To all who ____________ (Jesus), to all who _____________ in His name, He gave the right to become ______________ _______________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions” “Why Am I Here?” Ephesians 1:5 (Part one in the series “WHY> Pursuing Answers To Life’s Biggest Questions”) I. Three Fundamental Truths A. _______________________________ (Genesis 1:1) 1. Isaiah 45:18b— “(God) did not create (the earth) to be ___________, but formed it to be _________________.” 2. You were ____________ by God to be _________ by God (Ephesians 1:5) B. __________________________________________________________ Ephesians 1:4; James 1:18 (GWT) —“God decided to give us life through the Word of truth to make us ____________________________ creatures.” C. ____________________________________________ Psalm 139:13, 15-16a II. Four Implications A. Your ________ has ________________ 1. God designed you _____________________ (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:5) 2. God ___________________________ (Jeremiah 1:5; Genesis 25:23) B. Your _______________ has ______________ 1. ____________________________________ (1 Peter 1:18-19) 2. ________________________________________ (1 Corinthians 6:19) 3. ______________________________________ (2 Corinthians 5:17) C. Your _______________ have _____________________ 1. God can take anything in your life and ______________________ (Genesis 50:20) 2. God builds character… a. Through ____________ b. Through ________ c. Through ____________ d. Through ___________ (Romans 8:28) D. Your ____________ is _______________ (Psalm 23:6) 1. Ephesians 1:10 (TLB) —“When the time is right (God) will gather us all together from wherever we are—in heaven or on earth—to be ____________________ _____________.” 2. Luke 19:10; John 1:12—“To all who ____________ (Jesus), to all who _____________ in His name, He gave the right to become ______________ _______________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110925%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110925%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:00 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The End Times” Mark 13:32-37 (Part six in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) I. Two Observations A. Jesus’ return will be ________________ and could happen _________________ 1. Three indicators of Jesus imminent return: a. ___________________________________________________________ (Mark 13:14) b. ________________________________________ (Mark 13:9,11-12) c. ______________________________________________ Colossians 1:23—“This is the Gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to _______________________________________.” (Matthew 24:34) 2. The New Testament writers believed Jesus could return at any moment because _______________________________________________ 1 Peter 4:7; 1 John 2:18; Acts 2:17—“In _____________________, God says, ‘I will pour out My Spirit on all people.’” B. Jesus’ return will be ________________ and will _________________________ 1. Revelation 1:5—“The __________ of the _________ of the earth.” (Philippians 2:10-11) 2. When Jesus returns, He will come as ____________ (Acts 10:42; Isaiah 59:11; Amos 5:24) II. Two Implications A. We need to live with _____________________________ 1. 2 Timothy 4:1; Hebrews 10:25—“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another—and all the more as you see _______________ approaching.” 2. Remember that _______________________________________________! B. As forgiven and redeemed children of God, we are people who are ____________________________________ (Romans 8:18, 24-25) 1. Revelation 19:7; 21:2—As members of Christ’s Church, we are His _________ 2. 1 Corinthians 13:12—“Now we see but __________________________, as in a mirror; then we shall see _______________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part six in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?” “The End Times” Mark 13:32-37 (Part six in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) I. Two Observations A. Jesus’ return will be ________________ and could happen _________________ 1. Three indicators of Jesus imminent return: a. ___________________________________________________________ (Mark 13:14) b. ________________________________________ (Mark 13:9,11-12) c. ______________________________________________ Colossians 1:23—“This is the Gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to _______________________________________.” (Matthew 24:34) 2. The New Testament writers believed Jesus could return at any moment because _______________________________________________ 1 Peter 4:7; 1 John 2:18; Acts 2:17—“In _____________________, God says, ‘I will pour out My Spirit on all people.’” B. Jesus’ return will be ________________ and will _________________________ 1. Revelation 1:5—“The __________ of the _________ of the earth.” (Philippians 2:10-11) 2. When Jesus returns, He will come as ____________ (Acts 10:42; Isaiah 59:11; Amos 5:24) II. Two Implications A. We need to live with _____________________________ 1. 2 Timothy 4:1; Hebrews 10:25—“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another—and all the more as you see _______________ approaching.” 2. Remember that _______________________________________________! B. As forgiven and redeemed children of God, we are people who are ____________________________________ (Romans 8:18, 24-25) 1. Revelation 19:7; 21:2—As members of Christ’s Church, we are His _________ 2. 1 Corinthians 13:12—“Now we see but __________________________, as in a mirror; then we shall see _______________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110918%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110918%20ENDTIMES.mp3 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:19 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Pride and Humility” Luke 14:7-11 (Part four in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) Intro: Pride is an ____________________________________ Pride is the sin of _____________________ I. How God Feels About Pride A. God _____________ pride (Proverbs 6:17; Isaiah 13:11b; Proverbs 8:13; Proverbs 16:5; Matthew 23:6-7) B. God is disgusted by pride because He knows that pride takes away the ________ __________________________________________ and others II. Defining Humility A. Some facts about humble people: 1. Humble people _________________________________ (Romans 12:3) 2. Humble people _________________________________ 3. Humble people are ______________ in God’s sight, yet _________________ B. What humility is not: 1. Humility is not ______________________ 2. Humility is not a ____________________ C. Humility is a virtue you will ______________________________________ D. True humility is throwing yourself away as you focus on _______________ or ___________________________ III. Pursuing Humility A. ____________________ 1. Humility begins by __________________________! (Job 38-41) 2. Job 42:3—“Surely I spoke of things I did not understand, things ___________ _____________________________________.” B. ____________________ 1. Humility is seen when you do acts of _________________—in particular, acts of ________________________ HOW? ________________________________________________________ 2. Humility leads to ______________________________ among God’s people 3. When you have prideful thoughts or attitudes, you can always _____________ ___________! Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?” “Pride and Humility” Luke 14:7-11 (Part four in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) Intro: Pride is an ____________________________________ Pride is the sin of _____________________ I. How God Feels About Pride A. God _____________ pride (Proverbs 6:17; Isaiah 13:11b; Proverbs 8:13; Proverbs 16:5; Matthew 23:6-7) B. God is disgusted by pride because He knows that pride takes away the ________ __________________________________________ and others II. Defining Humility A. Some facts about humble people: 1. Humble people _________________________________ (Romans 12:3) 2. Humble people _________________________________ 3. Humble people are ______________ in God’s sight, yet _________________ B. What humility is not: 1. Humility is not ______________________ 2. Humility is not a ____________________ C. Humility is a virtue you will ______________________________________ D. True humility is throwing yourself away as you focus on _______________ or ___________________________ III. Pursuing Humility A. ____________________ 1. Humility begins by __________________________! (Job 38-41) 2. Job 42:3—“Surely I spoke of things I did not understand, things ___________ _____________________________________.” B. ____________________ 1. Humility is seen when you do acts of _________________—in particular, acts of ________________________ HOW? ________________________________________________________ 2. Humility leads to ______________________________ among God’s people 3. When you have prideful thoughts or attitudes, you can always _____________ ___________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110904%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110904%20HUMILITY.mp3 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:47 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Sex” Matthew 5:27-30 (Part three in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) Five Commitments: #1. _________________________________________ A. The religious leaders believed there were two categories of people: 1. Those who are _______________ 2. Those who are _________________________ B. Matthew 5:27—-the Greek word for “lust” = ______________________________ _________________________ C. Matthew 5:29-30—Our problem with sin isn’t with our eyes or hands, but with our ______________ D. Having confessed your sin, know that you have ___________________________ _____________________________! #2. ________________________________________________________ A. Matthew 19:4—“Haven’t you read that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them __________________________?’” B. The ultimate goal is to look at someone of the opposite sex and ______________ ___________________________ #3. ____________________________________________________________ A. 1 Thessalonians 4:3—“It is God’s will that you should be holy, that you should ___________________________________________.” B. We are to restrict sexual relationships to ________________________________ ___________________ #4. _______________________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 7:3-4—God calls sexual fulfillment within a marriage the _________ of a husband and wife B. One of the duties: _______________________________________ to each other #5. ____________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ A. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 B. Sexual education involves an ____________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?” “Sex” Matthew 5:27-30 (Part three in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) Five Commitments: #1. _________________________________________ A. The religious leaders believed there were two categories of people: 1. Those who are _______________ 2. Those who are _________________________ B. Matthew 5:27—-the Greek word for “lust” = ______________________________ _________________________ C. Matthew 5:29-30—Our problem with sin isn’t with our eyes or hands, but with our ______________ D. Having confessed your sin, know that you have ___________________________ _____________________________! #2. ________________________________________________________ A. Matthew 19:4—“Haven’t you read that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them __________________________?’” B. The ultimate goal is to look at someone of the opposite sex and ______________ ___________________________ #3. ____________________________________________________________ A. 1 Thessalonians 4:3—“It is God’s will that you should be holy, that you should ___________________________________________.” B. We are to restrict sexual relationships to ________________________________ ___________________ #4. _______________________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 7:3-4—God calls sexual fulfillment within a marriage the _________ of a husband and wife B. One of the duties: _______________________________________ to each other #5. ____________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ A. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 B. Sexual education involves an ____________________________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110828%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110828%20SEX.mp3 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:51 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Marriage and Divorce” Matthew 19:3-9 (Part two in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) Intro Matthew 19:3; Deuteronomy 24:1 I. God’s Intent For Marriage A. Matthew 19:4-5—God’s intent for marriage is that a man and woman enter a _____________________________ with each other 1. The promise of ____________ (Matthew 19:5) 2. The promise of ______________ (Matthew 19:5b) B. God’s intent for marriage is that it be __________________ (Matthew 19:6) II. Why There Are Marriage Problems A. Matthew 19:7-8—“‘Why then,’ they asked, ‘did Moses command that a man give his wife a certificate of divorce…?’ Jesus replied, ‘Moses ____________ you to divorce your wives because your ________________________.” B. When your heart hardens… 1. Instead of seeking _______________, you seek ____________________ 2. You begin to engage in _____________________ 3. Your heart begins to entertain _________________________________ C. Malachi 2:16 III. When Is Divorce Allowed? A. In the case of ______________________________ (Matthew 19:9) B. In the case of __________________ (1 Corinthians 7:15) 1. 1 Timothy 5:8—“Whoever does not provide for relatives and especially for family members has _______________________ and is __________ than an ________________.” 2. Desertion can mean: a. ____________________________ b. ___________________ c. _______________________________________ d. ____________________________________________________________ IV. When Should Remarriage NOT Happen? A. When divorces is used as a means ____________________________________ B. If there is __________________________________________________ C. If you can _____________________________________________ NOTE: Christ’s Church must hold high both the ________ and ____________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?” “Marriage and Divorce” Matthew 19:3-9 (Part two in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) Intro Matthew 19:3; Deuteronomy 24:1 I. God’s Intent For Marriage A. Matthew 19:4-5—God’s intent for marriage is that a man and woman enter a _____________________________ with each other 1. The promise of ____________ (Matthew 19:5) 2. The promise of ______________ (Matthew 19:5b) B. God’s intent for marriage is that it be __________________ (Matthew 19:6) II. Why There Are Marriage Problems A. Matthew 19:7-8—“‘Why then,’ they asked, ‘did Moses command that a man give his wife a certificate of divorce…?’ Jesus replied, ‘Moses ____________ you to divorce your wives because your ________________________.” B. When your heart hardens… 1. Instead of seeking _______________, you seek ____________________ 2. You begin to engage in _____________________ 3. Your heart begins to entertain _________________________________ C. Malachi 2:16 III. When Is Divorce Allowed? A. In the case of ______________________________ (Matthew 19:9) B. In the case of __________________ (1 Corinthians 7:15) 1. 1 Timothy 5:8—“Whoever does not provide for relatives and especially for family members has _______________________ and is __________ than an ________________.” 2. Desertion can mean: a. ____________________________ b. ___________________ c. _______________________________________ d. ____________________________________________________________ IV. When Should Remarriage NOT Happen? A. When divorces is used as a means ____________________________________ B. If there is __________________________________________________ C. If you can _____________________________________________ NOTE: Christ’s Church must hold high both the ________ and ____________________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110821%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110821%20MARRIAGE.mp3 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:26:02 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Greatest Teacher Ever!” Luke 4:31 (Part one in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) I. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of _______ He Taught A. Mark 1:22; Matthew 7:28; Luke 4:31 Jesus taught with ________________; the people were ______________! B. Jesus taught with ___________________________ Jesus used parables not only to ____________ the people, but to __________________ them II. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of _________ He Taught A. Jesus taught _______________ (Luke 4:17-19) B. Jesus taught His _______________ C. Jesus taught _____________ Luke 10:38-39—“As Jesus and His disciples were on their way, He came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to Him. She had a sister called Mary, __________________________ listening to what He said.” D. The word “disciple” can also mean _________________ III. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of _________ He Taught A. Jesus taught about _____________________________ Mark 14:36—another word for “Abba” = ___________________ or _________ Romans 8:15 B. Jesus taught about _________________ (John 11:25-26) IV. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of ____________________ A. Matthew 23:2-3—“The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. So you must obey them and do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they _________________________________________.” B. Jesus’ life was nothing other than His ___________________________ C. Jesus was always ______________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?” “The Greatest Teacher Ever!” Luke 4:31 (Part one in the series “What On Earth Did Jesus Say?”) I. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of _______ He Taught A. Mark 1:22; Matthew 7:28; Luke 4:31 Jesus taught with ________________; the people were ______________! B. Jesus taught with ___________________________ Jesus used parables not only to ____________ the people, but to __________________ them II. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of _________ He Taught A. Jesus taught _______________ (Luke 4:17-19) B. Jesus taught His _______________ C. Jesus taught _____________ Luke 10:38-39—“As Jesus and His disciples were on their way, He came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to Him. She had a sister called Mary, __________________________ listening to what He said.” D. The word “disciple” can also mean _________________ III. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of _________ He Taught A. Jesus taught about _____________________________ Mark 14:36—another word for “Abba” = ___________________ or _________ Romans 8:15 B. Jesus taught about _________________ (John 11:25-26) IV. Jesus Is The Greatest Teacher Ever Because Of ____________________ A. Matthew 23:2-3—“The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. So you must obey them and do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they _________________________________________.” B. Jesus’ life was nothing other than His ___________________________ C. Jesus was always ______________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110814%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110814%20TEACHER.mp3 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:31 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest pastor, no sermon outline available. Rev. Dave Hansen Food for the Poor Guest pastor, no sermon outline available. http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/unavailable.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110807%20FOODPOOR.mp3 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:32:17 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest pastor, no sermon outline available. Rev Bob Alsleben Jesus Feeds Five Thousand Guest pastor, no sermon outline available. http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/unavailable.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110731%20FEED.mp3 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:16:35 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Do I Doubt?” 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (Part two in the series “Why God?”) Intro: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9—“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; ____________, but not in __________; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” I. Three Common Causes of Doubt A. ___________ 1. Psalm 42:10; Psalm 73:8 & 10 2. Psalm 73:6; Psalm 14:1—“The ________ says in his heart, ‘There is no God.’” B. __________________ 1 Timothy 1:19 (NLT) —“Some people have deliberately ____________ their consciences; as a result, their faith has been ___________________.” C. ____________________ Mark 4:35-41 II. Three Ways To Keep Your Doubts From Defeating You A. _________ them! 1. Two godly people who wrestled with doubt: a. __________________________ (Matthew 11:11) b. _____________ Jude 1:22—“Be ________________ to those who doubt.” 2. The difference between doubt and unbelief 1. Doubt = When you ___________________________________________ 2. Unbelief = An outright _________________________ B. ___________ your doubts! Proverbs 3:5—“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not ___________ _______________________.” C. _____________________________ you already have! 1. Mark 9:24—“I do believe; help me __________________________________.” 2. Matthew 17:20—“If you have faith as small as a ____________________... nothing will be ________________ for you.” 3. Little Faith + Big God = ___________________ 4. 1 John 5:13—“I write these things to you who ___________ in the name of the _______________ so that you may ________ that you have eternal life.” Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Why God?” “Why Do I Doubt?” 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (Part two in the series “Why God?”) Intro: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9—“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; ____________, but not in __________; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” I. Three Common Causes of Doubt A. ___________ 1. Psalm 42:10; Psalm 73:8 & 10 2. Psalm 73:6; Psalm 14:1—“The ________ says in his heart, ‘There is no God.’” B. __________________ 1 Timothy 1:19 (NLT) —“Some people have deliberately ____________ their consciences; as a result, their faith has been ___________________.” C. ____________________ Mark 4:35-41 II. Three Ways To Keep Your Doubts From Defeating You A. _________ them! 1. Two godly people who wrestled with doubt: a. __________________________ (Matthew 11:11) b. _____________ Jude 1:22—“Be ________________ to those who doubt.” 2. The difference between doubt and unbelief 1. Doubt = When you ___________________________________________ 2. Unbelief = An outright _________________________ B. ___________ your doubts! Proverbs 3:5—“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not ___________ _______________________.” C. _____________________________ you already have! 1. Mark 9:24—“I do believe; help me __________________________________.” 2. Matthew 17:20—“If you have faith as small as a ____________________... nothing will be ________________ for you.” 3. Little Faith + Big God = ___________________ 4. 1 John 5:13—“I write these things to you who ___________ in the name of the _______________ so that you may ________ that you have eternal life.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110724%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110724%20DOUBT.mp3 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:13 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want To Do?” Romans 7:15 (Part one in the series “Why God?”) I. The ______________ = our _______________________ A. Matthew 26:41—“The ____________ is willing, but the _________ is weak.” B. Three predictable results: 1. ________________ (Romans 7:15) 2. __________________ (Romans 7:18) 3. ______________________ (Romans 7:23) II. The _______________ = _________________________ A. John 8:32—“If you hold to My teaching... you will _____________________, and the _________ will set you free.” B. Behind every self-defeating act is ______________________________________ C. You end up doing what you know is bad for you because of the _____________! III. The __________________ A = ____________________ the root of your problem 1 John 1:8— “If we claim to be __________________, we _____________ ________________ and the truth is not in us.” B = ______________ that Christ can change you 1. Romans 7:24-25—“Who will rescue me from this body of death? … _________ _________________________!” 2. Romans 8:1-2—“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of _______ set me free from the law of _____________________.” C = ______________ your struggles to one another James 5:16—“Confess your sins to __________________ and pray for each other so that you may be ______________.” D = _____________ yourself completely to Christ Romans 6:12-13—“Do not let _____________ in your mortal body so that you obey its _______ desires... but rather offer yourselves to God, as those who have been brought from ____________________.” Challenge: Stop trying and, instead _______________________! 2 Corinthians 5:17—“If anyone is in Christ, he is a ____________________; the old has _________, the new has ___________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Why God?” “Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want To Do?” Romans 7:15 (Part one in the series “Why God?”) I. The ______________ = our _______________________ A. Matthew 26:41—“The ____________ is willing, but the _________ is weak.” B. Three predictable results: 1. ________________ (Romans 7:15) 2. __________________ (Romans 7:18) 3. ______________________ (Romans 7:23) II. The _______________ = _________________________ A. John 8:32—“If you hold to My teaching... you will _____________________, and the _________ will set you free.” B. Behind every self-defeating act is ______________________________________ C. You end up doing what you know is bad for you because of the _____________! III. The __________________ A = ____________________ the root of your problem 1 John 1:8— “If we claim to be __________________, we _____________ ________________ and the truth is not in us.” B = ______________ that Christ can change you 1. Romans 7:24-25—“Who will rescue me from this body of death? … _________ _________________________!” 2. Romans 8:1-2—“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of _______ set me free from the law of _____________________.” C = ______________ your struggles to one another James 5:16—“Confess your sins to __________________ and pray for each other so that you may be ______________.” D = _____________ yourself completely to Christ Romans 6:12-13—“Do not let _____________ in your mortal body so that you obey its _______ desires... but rather offer yourselves to God, as those who have been brought from ____________________.” Challenge: Stop trying and, instead _______________________! 2 Corinthians 5:17—“If anyone is in Christ, he is a ____________________; the old has _________, the new has ___________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110717%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110717%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:21:40 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Everyone Needs A Coach” Psalm 127:1a (Part six in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Philippians 3:14—“I press on toward the goal to _______________________ for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Psalm 127:1a—“Unless ________________ builds the house, its builders labor _______________.” I. I Need God As My Coach ______________________ A. You need God to save you from ____________________________________ (Proverbs 16:4) B. You need God to save you from _______________________________________ 1. Heaven is a place where you are _____________ to God (2 Timothy 1:10) 2. Hell is a place where you are _____________ from God (2 Thessalonians 1:9) C. God saves you by _____________________________________ (Ephesians 1:5; John 3:16-17) II. I Need God As My Coach ________________________ (Isaiah 64:8) A. God wants to shape your ___________________ 1. Romans 12:2—“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be ________________ by the renewing of your mind.” 2. God transforms you by using ____________ and ____________________ B. God wants to shape your _______________ (Ephesians 5:8; 4:32) C. God wants to shape your ____________________ (Matthew 6:19) III. I Need God As My Coach ______________________ (John 20:21) A. Acts 1:8 1. Jerusalem = your ____________________________ 2. Judea and Samaria = those who are __________________________ 3. The ends of the earth = this means _________________________ B. John 8:12—“I am the Light of the world. Whoever follows Me will _____________ __________________________, but will have the _____________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part six in the series “The Games of Life” “Everyone Needs A Coach” Psalm 127:1a (Part six in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Philippians 3:14—“I press on toward the goal to _______________________ for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Psalm 127:1a—“Unless ________________ builds the house, its builders labor _______________.” I. I Need God As My Coach ______________________ A. You need God to save you from ____________________________________ (Proverbs 16:4) B. You need God to save you from _______________________________________ 1. Heaven is a place where you are _____________ to God (2 Timothy 1:10) 2. Hell is a place where you are _____________ from God (2 Thessalonians 1:9) C. God saves you by _____________________________________ (Ephesians 1:5; John 3:16-17) II. I Need God As My Coach ________________________ (Isaiah 64:8) A. God wants to shape your ___________________ 1. Romans 12:2—“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be ________________ by the renewing of your mind.” 2. God transforms you by using ____________ and ____________________ B. God wants to shape your _______________ (Ephesians 5:8; 4:32) C. God wants to shape your ____________________ (Matthew 6:19) III. I Need God As My Coach ______________________ (John 20:21) A. Acts 1:8 1. Jerusalem = your ____________________________ 2. Judea and Samaria = those who are __________________________ 3. The ends of the earth = this means _________________________ B. John 8:12—“I am the Light of the world. Whoever follows Me will _____________ __________________________, but will have the _____________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110710%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110710%20GAMES6.mp3 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:52 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ ”Solitaire: Winning Against Loneliness” 2 Timothy 4:6-18 (Part five in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: 1 Corinthians 15:57—“Thanks be to God! He gives us the ___________ through our Lord Jesus Christ.” I. Four Common Causes Of Loneliness A. ______________ (2 Timothy 4:6-8) B. _________________ (2 Timothy 4:9) C. _________________ (2 Timothy 4:14-15) D. ________________ (2 Timothy 4:16, 10) II. Four Common Ways To Deal With Loneliness A. ___________________________ 1. Action step #1 = Look _____________ 2. 2 Timothy 4:13—two truths: a. Take care of yourself ______________ b. Take care of yourself _______________ B. _____________________________ 1. Action step #2 = Look ____________ 2. 2 Timothy 4:16; Luke 23:34—Learn the skill of _________________________ C. ___________________________________ 1. Hebrews 13:5; Matthew 28:20; 2 Timothy 4:17 2. Action step #3 = Look ____________ D. __________________________ 1. Action step #4 = Look ____________ 2. 2 Timothy 4:17b III. Three Suggestions When Dealing With Loneliness A. ____________________________ B. __________________________________ 1. The bridge of _______________ 2. The bridge of __________________ C. _________________________ (Hebrews 4:15) Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “The Games of Life” ”Solitaire: Winning Against Loneliness” 2 Timothy 4:6-18 (Part five in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: 1 Corinthians 15:57—“Thanks be to God! He gives us the ___________ through our Lord Jesus Christ.” I. Four Common Causes Of Loneliness A. ______________ (2 Timothy 4:6-8) B. _________________ (2 Timothy 4:9) C. _________________ (2 Timothy 4:14-15) D. ________________ (2 Timothy 4:16, 10) II. Four Common Ways To Deal With Loneliness A. ___________________________ 1. Action step #1 = Look _____________ 2. 2 Timothy 4:13—two truths: a. Take care of yourself ______________ b. Take care of yourself _______________ B. _____________________________ 1. Action step #2 = Look ____________ 2. 2 Timothy 4:16; Luke 23:34—Learn the skill of _________________________ C. ___________________________________ 1. Hebrews 13:5; Matthew 28:20; 2 Timothy 4:17 2. Action step #3 = Look ____________ D. __________________________ 1. Action step #4 = Look ____________ 2. 2 Timothy 4:17b III. Three Suggestions When Dealing With Loneliness A. ____________________________ B. __________________________________ 1. The bridge of _______________ 2. The bridge of __________________ C. _________________________ (Hebrews 4:15) http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110703%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110703%20GAMES5.mp3 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:35 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Baseball: Life is a Team Sport” Proverbs 11:25 (Part four in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Ephesians 4:16 (NLT) —“(Christ) makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it _____________________________ grow, so that the whole body is ____________ and _____________ and full of love.” I. You Need To Give And Receive ___________________________ A. Two categories when it comes to your words: 1. _____________________ 2. ________________________ B. Two questions: 1. ____________________________ on your team? 2. _________________________ on your team? C. To be an “encourager”... 1. _______________________ (Ephesians 4:29) 2. ________________________ (Romans 1:12) II. You Need To Give And Receive ________________ (Romans 12:15) A. Five phrases to use when someone needs comfort: 1. ________________ 4. ________________________________ 2. _____________________ 5. _______________ 3. __________________ B. 2 Corinthians 1:4 III. You Need To Give And Receive ____________________ A. John 8:10-11 B. Three ways to respond: 1. You can be a ________________________________ (Proverbs 25:12) 2. You can be a ______________________________ (Romans 14:13) 3. You can be a _______________________________ (Luke 17:3) IV. You Need To Give And Receive ___________ A. Proverbs 11:25 - Before you _____________, you need to be willing to ________ B. Proverbs 27:10 C. 1 John 3:18 - _____________________ with them! D. 1 Corinthians 12:27—“You are the __________ of Christ, and _______________ ______________ is a part of it.” Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “The Games of Life” “Baseball: Life is a Team Sport” Proverbs 11:25 (Part four in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Ephesians 4:16 (NLT) —“(Christ) makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it _____________________________ grow, so that the whole body is ____________ and _____________ and full of love.” I. You Need To Give And Receive ___________________________ A. Two categories when it comes to your words: 1. _____________________ 2. ________________________ B. Two questions: 1. ____________________________ on your team? 2. _________________________ on your team? C. To be an “encourager”... 1. _______________________ (Ephesians 4:29) 2. ________________________ (Romans 1:12) II. You Need To Give And Receive ________________ (Romans 12:15) A. Five phrases to use when someone needs comfort: 1. ________________ 4. ________________________________ 2. _____________________ 5. _______________ 3. __________________ B. 2 Corinthians 1:4 III. You Need To Give And Receive ____________________ A. John 8:10-11 B. Three ways to respond: 1. You can be a ________________________________ (Proverbs 25:12) 2. You can be a ______________________________ (Romans 14:13) 3. You can be a _______________________________ (Luke 17:3) IV. You Need To Give And Receive ___________ A. Proverbs 11:25 - Before you _____________, you need to be willing to ________ B. Proverbs 27:10 C. 1 John 3:18 - _____________________ with them! D. 1 Corinthians 12:27—“You are the __________ of Christ, and _______________ ______________ is a part of it.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110626%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110626%20GAMES4.mp3 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:52 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Texas Hold ‘Em: When To Risk It All” Luke 19:26 (Part three in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Luke 19:26—Godly risks are risks that will help you _____________________ 1 Corinthians 4:11 — If you want people to _________________________, you have to be willing to take some risks! I. You Should Risk It All When You Have An Opportunity To _________ A. G = ___________ R = __________________ O = ______________ W = ________________ S = _______________ B. You have to take _______________________________ for your own growth (Proverbs 19:8; 1 Peter 2:2) C. An important growth principle: ________________________________ (Ephesians 4:15) II. You Should Risk It All When You Have An Opportunity To ___________ A. Matthew 20:28—“The Son of Man did not come _________________, but _____________, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” B. The risk is in the ___________________ you make and then ________________ ____________ with the activity. (Proverbs 3:28) III. You Should Risk It All When You Have An Opportunity To ___________ A. Romans 5:8—“God demonstrates _________________ for us in this: While we were still sinners, ______________________.” B. Ephesians 3:8—“Although _______________ am less than the least of all God’s people, this grace was given _________________: to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ.” C. Luke 6:38—“________, and it will be ________________. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and ____________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “The Games of Life” “Texas Hold ‘Em: When To Risk It All” Luke 19:26 (Part three in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Luke 19:26—Godly risks are risks that will help you _____________________ 1 Corinthians 4:11 — If you want people to _________________________, you have to be willing to take some risks! I. You Should Risk It All When You Have An Opportunity To _________ A. G = ___________ R = __________________ O = ______________ W = ________________ S = _______________ B. You have to take _______________________________ for your own growth (Proverbs 19:8; 1 Peter 2:2) C. An important growth principle: ________________________________ (Ephesians 4:15) II. You Should Risk It All When You Have An Opportunity To ___________ A. Matthew 20:28—“The Son of Man did not come _________________, but _____________, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” B. The risk is in the ___________________ you make and then ________________ ____________ with the activity. (Proverbs 3:28) III. You Should Risk It All When You Have An Opportunity To ___________ A. Romans 5:8—“God demonstrates _________________ for us in this: While we were still sinners, ______________________.” B. Ephesians 3:8—“Although _______________ am less than the least of all God’s people, this grace was given _________________: to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ.” C. Luke 6:38—“________, and it will be ________________. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and ____________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110619%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110619%20GAMES3.mp3 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:05 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Monopoly: Money Management 101” Luke 12:34 (Part two in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Luke 12:34—“Where your ______________ is, there your _________ will be also.” Five Laws In God’s Plan Of Money Management: #1. _______________________ — the principle of __________________ A. Four basics of financial accounting: 1. Know how much you ______ 2. Know how much you ______ 3. Know how much you _________ 4. Know how much you _________ B. Proverbs 27:24; Proverbs 27:23 #2. ___________________________ — the principle of ________________ A. Proverbs 21:5; Proverbs 21:20b B. Three basic characteristics of a good budget 1. It should be _______________________ 2. It should be _______________________ 3. It should be ____________________ #3. __________________________ — the principle of _____________ A. Proverbs 21:20a (TLB) —“The wise man ___________________________.” B. Proverbs 13:11 — we don’t save like we should because of ________ C. The Total Money Makeover and Financial Peace Revisited — Dave Ramsey (pastor.zahrte@oslcs.org) #4. _______________________ — the principle of _____________ Tithing is an action that does three things for your life: 1. It does something for your ________ 2. It does something for your ______________ 3. It does something for your ____________ (John 16:16) #5. _____________________________ — the principle of _____________________ A. Ecclesiastes 6:9 (TEV) —“It is better to be _______________________________ ______________ than to always be wanting something more.” B. 1 Timothy 6:6-7—“Godliness with _________________ is great gain. For we bring nothing into the world, and we can take __________________________.” C. You learn contentment by ____________________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “The Games of Life” “Monopoly: Money Management 101” Luke 12:34 (Part two in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: Luke 12:34—“Where your ______________ is, there your _________ will be also.” Five Laws In God’s Plan Of Money Management: #1. _______________________ — the principle of __________________ A. Four basics of financial accounting: 1. Know how much you ______ 2. Know how much you ______ 3. Know how much you _________ 4. Know how much you _________ B. Proverbs 27:24; Proverbs 27:23 #2. ___________________________ — the principle of ________________ A. Proverbs 21:5; Proverbs 21:20b B. Three basic characteristics of a good budget 1. It should be _______________________ 2. It should be _______________________ 3. It should be ____________________ #3. __________________________ — the principle of _____________ A. Proverbs 21:20a (TLB) —“The wise man ___________________________.” B. Proverbs 13:11 — we don’t save like we should because of ________ C. The Total Money Makeover and Financial Peace Revisited — Dave Ramsey (pastor.zahrte@oslcs.org) #4. _______________________ — the principle of _____________ Tithing is an action that does three things for your life: 1. It does something for your ________ 2. It does something for your ______________ 3. It does something for your ____________ (John 16:16) #5. _____________________________ — the principle of _____________________ A. Ecclesiastes 6:9 (TEV) —“It is better to be _______________________________ ______________ than to always be wanting something more.” B. 1 Timothy 6:6-7—“Godliness with _________________ is great gain. For we bring nothing into the world, and we can take __________________________.” C. You learn contentment by ____________________________________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110612%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110612%20GAMES2.mp3 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:21 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Life: The Big Game” 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (Part one in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: 1 Corinthians 9:24—“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to ______________________.” Winning at “The Game of Life” = ____________________________________ What really matters most to me: L = _______________________________________ 1. 1 Corinthians 9:25—“Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get __________ _________________________________.” 2. Ecclesiastes 12:7; Colossians 3:2 I = ____________________________ 1. 1 Corinthians 9:27(NLT)—“I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that I myself ____________________________.” 2. Integrity is important for three reasons: a. Integrity ______________________ (Proverbs 11:20; 15:3) b. Integrity ____________________ i. It will affect _________________________________ (Proverbs 20:7) ii. It will impact _______________________________ (Proverbs 11:10) iii. It can ______________________________ (1 Peter 2:12) c. Integrity __________________ i. ________________________ (Proverbs 11:5) ii. It brings _________________ (Proverbs 10:9) F = ________________________________ A. Sweet spot = Where your ____________ intersects with God’s _____________ B. 1 Corinthians 9:26—“I do not run like a man ___________________________.” C. Colossians 1:16; Ephesians 2:10 E = _________________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 15:17; Hebrews 12:1-2 B. You engage God’s plan when you ______________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “The Games of Life” “Life: The Big Game” 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (Part one in the series “The Games of Life”) Intro: 1 Corinthians 9:24—“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to ______________________.” Winning at “The Game of Life” = ____________________________________ What really matters most to me: L = _______________________________________ 1. 1 Corinthians 9:25—“Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get __________ _________________________________.” 2. Ecclesiastes 12:7; Colossians 3:2 I = ____________________________ 1. 1 Corinthians 9:27(NLT)—“I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that I myself ____________________________.” 2. Integrity is important for three reasons: a. Integrity ______________________ (Proverbs 11:20; 15:3) b. Integrity ____________________ i. It will affect _________________________________ (Proverbs 20:7) ii. It will impact _______________________________ (Proverbs 11:10) iii. It can ______________________________ (1 Peter 2:12) c. Integrity __________________ i. ________________________ (Proverbs 11:5) ii. It brings _________________ (Proverbs 10:9) F = ________________________________ A. Sweet spot = Where your ____________ intersects with God’s _____________ B. 1 Corinthians 9:26—“I do not run like a man ___________________________.” C. Colossians 1:16; Ephesians 2:10 E = _________________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 15:17; Hebrews 12:1-2 B. You engage God’s plan when you ______________________! http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110605%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110605%20GAMES1.mp3 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:58 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Living with Unshakeable Faith” John 16:33 (Part six in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) I. When Problems Come, _______________________________ A. John 16:33—“In this world ________________________. But take heart! I have _____________________________!” B. When trouble strikes, because God is there with you ___________, He will also give you the power to ________________ II. When Problems Come, ______________________________________ A. James 4:8—“Come ______________________; and He will ________________ _________________.” B. Ask ___________ not _________ — The ability to move from “why?” to “what?” is found in the ________ C. Psalm 55:22—“Cast your ____________ on the Lord and He will _____________ you.” III. When Problems Come, _____________________________ A. Ecclesiastes 3:1 & 4—“There is a time for everything… A time to ________ and a time to ____________. A time to ___________ and a time to _____________.” B. Hebrews 4:16—“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may _____________________ and __________________ to help us in our time of need.” IV. When Problems Come, ___________________________________ A. Exodus 17:11—“As long as Moses held up his hands, the ____________ were winning, but whenever he lowered his hands, the _____________ were winning.” (Exodus 17:12) B. To help us in our time of need, God created __________________ C. Galatians 6:2—“Carry ___________________________, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” V. When Problems Come, _________________________________________________ ____________________ A. Ephesians 1:7; Philippians 4:13—“I can _________________________________ who gives me strength.” B. Matthew 7:24-25 Pastor John Zahrte Part six in the series “Unshakeable Faith” “Living with Unshakeable Faith” John 16:33 (Part six in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) I. When Problems Come, _______________________________ A. John 16:33—“In this world ________________________. But take heart! I have _____________________________!” B. When trouble strikes, because God is there with you ___________, He will also give you the power to ________________ II. When Problems Come, ______________________________________ A. James 4:8—“Come ______________________; and He will ________________ _________________.” B. Ask ___________ not _________ — The ability to move from “why?” to “what?” is found in the ________ C. Psalm 55:22—“Cast your ____________ on the Lord and He will _____________ you.” III. When Problems Come, _____________________________ A. Ecclesiastes 3:1 & 4—“There is a time for everything… A time to ________ and a time to ____________. A time to ___________ and a time to _____________.” B. Hebrews 4:16—“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may _____________________ and __________________ to help us in our time of need.” IV. When Problems Come, ___________________________________ A. Exodus 17:11—“As long as Moses held up his hands, the ____________ were winning, but whenever he lowered his hands, the _____________ were winning.” (Exodus 17:12) B. To help us in our time of need, God created __________________ C. Galatians 6:2—“Carry ___________________________, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” V. When Problems Come, _________________________________________________ ____________________ A. Ephesians 1:7; Philippians 4:13—“I can _________________________________ who gives me strength.” B. Matthew 7:24-25 http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110529%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110529%20UNSHAKEABLE6.mp3 Sun, 29 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:21:45 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Facing Illness with Unshakeable Faith” James 1:2-4 (Part five in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Intro: 1. The bottom line = God is _________________ you will ever ________! 2. Exodus 3:14 — the Hebrew word for “I Am” is ______________ 3. When you turn to God and say, “____________,” He lovingly says, “________” I. When You’re __________, Trust God To __________ You A. Judges 6:23-24 B. The name “Yahweh Shalom” means _______________________ C. Peace is ___________________________ in the midst of trouble II. When You’re ______________, Trust God To __________ You A. Psalm 23:1 B. The name “Yahweh Ra-ah” means __________________________ C. Two challenges: 1. ___________________________ (James 1:2-4) 2. Seek out _________________________________________ III. When You’re __________, Trust God To _________ You A. Exodus 15:26 B. The name “Yahweh Ra-phah” means ______________________ C. Two basic types of healing: 1. God will heal you _____________________ 2. God will heal you _____________________ IV. When You’re ______________, Trust God To _________________ You A. Genesis 22:13-14 B. The name “Yahweh Yireh” means _____________________________ C. Worry is always ___________________________ V. When You’re _______________________, Trust God To __________ You A. When you believe in Jesus, you stand before God ________________________ by His righteousness B. Jeremiah 23:5-6 C. The name “Yahweh Tsidkenu” means __________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Unshakeable Faith” “Facing Illness with Unshakeable Faith” James 1:2-4 (Part five in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Intro: 1. The bottom line = God is _________________ you will ever ________! 2. Exodus 3:14 — the Hebrew word for “I Am” is ______________ 3. When you turn to God and say, “____________,” He lovingly says, “________” I. When You’re __________, Trust God To __________ You A. Judges 6:23-24 B. The name “Yahweh Shalom” means _______________________ C. Peace is ___________________________ in the midst of trouble II. When You’re ______________, Trust God To __________ You A. Psalm 23:1 B. The name “Yahweh Ra-ah” means __________________________ C. Two challenges: 1. ___________________________ (James 1:2-4) 2. Seek out _________________________________________ III. When You’re __________, Trust God To _________ You A. Exodus 15:26 B. The name “Yahweh Ra-phah” means ______________________ C. Two basic types of healing: 1. God will heal you _____________________ 2. God will heal you _____________________ IV. When You’re ______________, Trust God To _________________ You A. Genesis 22:13-14 B. The name “Yahweh Yireh” means _____________________________ C. Worry is always ___________________________ V. When You’re _______________________, Trust God To __________ You A. When you believe in Jesus, you stand before God ________________________ by His righteousness B. Jeremiah 23:5-6 C. The name “Yahweh Tsidkenu” means __________________________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110522%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110522%20UNSHAKEABLE5.mp3 Sun, 22 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:58 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor - Rev. Dr. Mark Press No sermon outline. Rev. Dr. Mark Press Part four in the series “Unshakeable Faith” Guest Pastor - Rev. Dr. Mark Press No sermon outline. http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/unavailable.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110515%20UNSHAKEABLE4.mp3 Sun, 15 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:25:31 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Facing Death with Unshakeable Faith” Ecclesiastes 7:4 Part three in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Intro: Ecclesiastes 7:4 I. The _______________ -- Looking at death based on your ________________ A. Four truths about death: 1. Death is __________________ (Ecclesiastes 2:16) 2. Death is ___________ (Ecclesiastes 3:19) 3. Death is __________________ (Ecclesiastes 3:22) 4. Death is ______________ (Ecclesiastes 9:5-6) B. This view of death brings nothing but ____________ II. The ___________ -- Looking at death based on your ________________ Ecclesiastes 3:11--this view of death brings nothing but ______________ III. The ____________ -- Looking at death based on ____________________ A. Upon death, our souls immediately regain consciousness ________________ (Acts 24:15) B. After a person dies, the next thing to immediately happen is ______________ Hebrews 9:27--After we die, we're going to either ______________________ in hell or ________________________ in heaven C. What is hell? 1. A place of _____________ suffering (Luke 16:23-25) 2. A place of _____________ suffering (see Matthew 8:12; 13:42) 3. A place of _____________ suffering (see Jude 1:6; Matthew 22:13) 4. A place of _____________ suffering (2 Thessalonians 1:9; Matthew 5:45) D. God doesn't want people to go to hell (2 Peter 3:9; John 3:17) E. People end up in hell because of ______________ (John 3:19-20; Romans 1:21, 24, 26, 28-29) F. What is heaven? (Philippians 1:21; 1 Corinthians 2:9) 1. A place filled with people who _______________ in this life 2. A place filled with people who are _______________ 3. A place filled with people who will never experience _____________________ 4. A place filled with people who enjoy a perfect __________________ with God 5. A place filled with people who give God _______________________________ G. How to Face Death with Unshakeable Faith: 1. ______________________ (2 Timothy 1:10) 2. ___________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Unshakeable Faith” “Facing Death with Unshakeable Faith” Ecclesiastes 7:4 Part three in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Intro: Ecclesiastes 7:4 I. The _______________ -- Looking at death based on your ________________ A. Four truths about death: 1. Death is __________________ (Ecclesiastes 2:16) 2. Death is ___________ (Ecclesiastes 3:19) 3. Death is __________________ (Ecclesiastes 3:22) 4. Death is ______________ (Ecclesiastes 9:5-6) B. This view of death brings nothing but ____________ II. The ___________ -- Looking at death based on your ________________ Ecclesiastes 3:11--this view of death brings nothing but ______________ III. The ____________ -- Looking at death based on ____________________ A. Upon death, our souls immediately regain consciousness ________________ (Acts 24:15) B. After a person dies, the next thing to immediately happen is ______________ Hebrews 9:27--After we die, we're going to either ______________________ in hell or ________________________ in heaven C. What is hell? 1. A place of _____________ suffering (Luke 16:23-25) 2. A place of _____________ suffering (see Matthew 8:12; 13:42) 3. A place of _____________ suffering (see Jude 1:6; Matthew 22:13) 4. A place of _____________ suffering (2 Thessalonians 1:9; Matthew 5:45) D. God doesn't want people to go to hell (2 Peter 3:9; John 3:17) E. People end up in hell because of ______________ (John 3:19-20; Romans 1:21, 24, 26, 28-29) F. What is heaven? (Philippians 1:21; 1 Corinthians 2:9) 1. A place filled with people who _______________ in this life 2. A place filled with people who are _______________ 3. A place filled with people who will never experience _____________________ 4. A place filled with people who enjoy a perfect __________________ with God 5. A place filled with people who give God _______________________________ G. How to Face Death with Unshakeable Faith: 1. ______________________ (2 Timothy 1:10) 2. ___________________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110508%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110508%20UNSHAKEABLE3.mp3 Sun, 08 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:31 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Facing Failure with Unshakeable Faith” John 21:1-19 (Part two in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Step #1 = __________________________ Of Your Failure A. Failures in life that have the greatest impact: 1. For men = their ______________ 2. For women = a ____________________ B. Philippians 3:13--“Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I ______________________ the goal….” C. Typical emotions after a failure: - Shock - Fear - Anger - Blame - Shame - Despair D. How to not get “stuck” after a failure: 1. ___________________________________________ 2. ______________________ (Hebrews 4:15-16; Titus 2:14) Step #2 = __________ Your Failures To _____________________ To God A. John 21:7--“The disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, 'It is the Lord!' … Simon Peter… wrapped his outer garment around him (for he had taken it off) and ____________________________.” B. Deuteronomy 31:6--“Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God _________________; He will never ________ you nor ___________ you.” Step #3 = ______________________________ Of Your Failure A. John 21:15--“Jesus said to Simon Peter, 'Simon son of John, do you truly ________ me more than these?' 'Yes, Lord,' he said, 'You know that I _______ You.'” (John 21:16 & 17) B. Failure is an important part of _________ (Romans 8:28) Step #4 = ________________ And ________ God's New Plan For You A. When it comes to God, ____________________________ (Proverbs 24:16) B. Failure doesn't automatically __________ you from _______________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Unshakeable Faith” “Facing Failure with Unshakeable Faith” John 21:1-19 (Part two in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Step #1 = __________________________ Of Your Failure A. Failures in life that have the greatest impact: 1. For men = their ______________ 2. For women = a ____________________ B. Philippians 3:13--“Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I ______________________ the goal….” C. Typical emotions after a failure: - Shock - Fear - Anger - Blame - Shame - Despair D. How to not get “stuck” after a failure: 1. ___________________________________________ 2. ______________________ (Hebrews 4:15-16; Titus 2:14) Step #2 = __________ Your Failures To _____________________ To God A. John 21:7--“The disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, 'It is the Lord!' … Simon Peter… wrapped his outer garment around him (for he had taken it off) and ____________________________.” B. Deuteronomy 31:6--“Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God _________________; He will never ________ you nor ___________ you.” Step #3 = ______________________________ Of Your Failure A. John 21:15--“Jesus said to Simon Peter, 'Simon son of John, do you truly ________ me more than these?' 'Yes, Lord,' he said, 'You know that I _______ You.'” (John 21:16 & 17) B. Failure is an important part of _________ (Romans 8:28) Step #4 = ________________ And ________ God's New Plan For You A. When it comes to God, ____________________________ (Proverbs 24:16) B. Failure doesn't automatically __________ you from _______________________ http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110501%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110501%20UNSHAKEABLE2.mp3 Sun, 01 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:22:14 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Unshakeable Faith” Matthew 28:5-6 (Part one in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Intro: Matthew 28:5-6--“The angel said to the women, '_______________________, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” Promise #1 = God Will Give You __________ When You're _______________ A. John 20:19-21--“When the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, 'Peace be with you!' …The disciples were _____________ when they saw the Lord.” B. Four words that can cause worry to disappear: ___________________________ C. Bring your worries to God through ____________ (Philippians 4:6-7) Promise #2 = God Will Give You ___________ When You're __________ A. God looks for those who are willing to _________________ B. 2 Corinthians 13:4--“(Jesus) was crucified in weakness, yet He lives by God's __________. Likewise… by God's _________ we will live with Him.” C. Philippians 4:13--“I can do ________________ through (Christ) who gives me ____________.” Promise #3 = God Will Give You _________________ When You're __________ A. Matthew 7:24--“Everyone who hears these ________ of Mine and ___________ ________________ is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” (Matthew 7:25) B. You build your life on the foundation of ______________ C. Psalm 18:2--“The Lord is my _______, my ____________ and my ___________ ...in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and… my stronghold.” Promise #4 = God Will Give You A _______ When You're _______________ A. Jeremiah 29:11--“'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to _________ you and not to harm you, plans to give you ______ and a ___________.” B. When you want God's plan you ______! C. James 1:5--“If any of you lacks _________, he should ___________, who gives _______________ to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” D. Ephesians 1:7--“In (Jesus) we have _______________ through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of ___________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Unshakeable Faith” “Unshakeable Faith” Matthew 28:5-6 (Part one in the series “Unshakeable Faith”) Intro: Matthew 28:5-6--“The angel said to the women, '_______________________, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” Promise #1 = God Will Give You __________ When You're _______________ A. John 20:19-21--“When the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, 'Peace be with you!' …The disciples were _____________ when they saw the Lord.” B. Four words that can cause worry to disappear: ___________________________ C. Bring your worries to God through ____________ (Philippians 4:6-7) Promise #2 = God Will Give You ___________ When You're __________ A. God looks for those who are willing to _________________ B. 2 Corinthians 13:4--“(Jesus) was crucified in weakness, yet He lives by God's __________. Likewise… by God's _________ we will live with Him.” C. Philippians 4:13--“I can do ________________ through (Christ) who gives me ____________.” Promise #3 = God Will Give You _________________ When You're __________ A. Matthew 7:24--“Everyone who hears these ________ of Mine and ___________ ________________ is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” (Matthew 7:25) B. You build your life on the foundation of ______________ C. Psalm 18:2--“The Lord is my _______, my ____________ and my ___________ ...in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and… my stronghold.” Promise #4 = God Will Give You A _______ When You're _______________ A. Jeremiah 29:11--“'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to _________ you and not to harm you, plans to give you ______ and a ___________.” B. When you want God's plan you ______! C. James 1:5--“If any of you lacks _________, he should ___________, who gives _______________ to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” D. Ephesians 1:7--“In (Jesus) we have _______________ through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of ___________________.” http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/20110424%20MESSAGE.pdf http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110424%20UNSHAKEABLE1.mp3 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:36:40 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Your Invitation Can Change The World” John 1:40-51 (Part four in the series “Ignite”) I. Believe That __________________________________ Two blessings through faith in Christ: 1. The promise of ______________________ (2 Timothy 1:10) 2. Purpose, meaning and fulfillment ______________________ (Matthew 11:28) II. Recognize That _________________________________ A. If you are waiting for someone else to invite the people in your life to come to church, you may be waiting for ________________________________! B. Matthew 28:19-20 III. Identify The People In ___________________________________ (Colossians 4:5) IV. Care Enough To ______________________________ John 1:46--“'Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?' Nathanael asked. '___________________,' said Philip.” (Acts 20:24) V. Invite Someone So That You Can Experience _______________________________ _______________! A. Two things you won't be able to do in heaven: 1. ________ 2. ___________________________________________ B. Matthew 25: 23 Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Ignite” “Your Invitation Can Change The World” John 1:40-51 (Part four in the series “Ignite”) I. Believe That __________________________________ Two blessings through faith in Christ: 1. The promise of ______________________ (2 Timothy 1:10) 2. Purpose, meaning and fulfillment ______________________ (Matthew 11:28) II. Recognize That _________________________________ A. If you are waiting for someone else to invite the people in your life to come to church, you may be waiting for ________________________________! B. Matthew 28:19-20 III. Identify The People In ___________________________________ (Colossians 4:5) IV. Care Enough To ______________________________ John 1:46--“'Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?' Nathanael asked. '___________________,' said Philip.” (Acts 20:24) V. Invite Someone So That You Can Experience _______________________________ _______________! A. Two things you won't be able to do in heaven: 1. ________ 2. ___________________________________________ B. Matthew 25: 23 http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110417%20IGNITE4.mp3 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:21:22 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Your Readiness Can Change The World” Acts 8:26-35 (Part three in the series “Ignite”) I. Be __________ God wants you to be = ______________ Readiness a. Acts 8:26, 29 b. God ___________________ to where He wants you to be II. Be __________ of those in whom God wants you to invest = __________ Readiness a. Acts 8:30 b. Three times when people are most open to hearing about God: 1. _____________________ 2. __________________________ 3. _____________________ III. Be ready to __________ your faith = __________________ Readiness Acts 8:34-35 Five Illustrations: #1. By _________________________ Use when asked, “Why are you a ________________?” #2. The ____________ Use when asked, “Why did Jesus have to _______________________?” (John 5:24) #3. ________________ Use when told, “Christianity has _______________________!” (Ephesians 2:8-9) #4. The ___________________ Use when told, “Christianity is nice, but ______________________.” (Romans 3:23) #5. By your _________________ Use when you don't have the _________ words or the ______________ isn't right (Colossians 4:5-6) Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Ignite” “Your Readiness Can Change The World” Acts 8:26-35 (Part three in the series “Ignite”) I. Be __________ God wants you to be = ______________ Readiness a. Acts 8:26, 29 b. God ___________________ to where He wants you to be II. Be __________ of those in whom God wants you to invest = __________ Readiness a. Acts 8:30 b. Three times when people are most open to hearing about God: 1. _____________________ 2. __________________________ 3. _____________________ III. Be ready to __________ your faith = __________________ Readiness Acts 8:34-35 Five Illustrations: #1. By _________________________ Use when asked, “Why are you a ________________?” #2. The ____________ Use when asked, “Why did Jesus have to _______________________?” (John 5:24) #3. ________________ Use when told, “Christianity has _______________________!” (Ephesians 2:8-9) #4. The ___________________ Use when told, “Christianity is nice, but ______________________.” (Romans 3:23) #5. By your _________________ Use when you don't have the _________ words or the ______________ isn't right (Colossians 4:5-6) http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110410%20IGNITE3.mp3 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:23:28 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Your Story Can Change The World” Acts 26:1-4, 9-20, 24-29 (Part one in the series “Ignite”) Intro: A “story” can refer to… 1. that time when your faith ______________________________ 2. something ______________ or ____________ or _________________ that has happened in your life 1. Begin with ___________________________ (Acts 26:2-3) A. It's important to establish a _______________________ B. 1 Corinthians 9:22-23--“I have become ____________ to ___________ so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the _________________ ____________ that I may share in its blessings.” 2. Speak with __________________________________ A. Paul knew _________________ 1 Timothy 1:12--“I am not ashamed, because I know whom ______________ ______________, and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.” B. Paul knew _______________ Ephesians 4:14--“...tossed _______ and _________ by the waves, and blown _______ and _________ by every wind of teaching.” 3. Make sure that you _____________________ A. Acts 26:4, 11--“B.C.” stands for the ________________ part of your story B. Acts 26:12-18-- “M.C.” stands for the _________________ part of your story C. Acts 26:19--“A.D.” stands for what happened _________________________ 4. Relate ________________________ Acts 26:26-27--“The king is _____________ with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner. King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? ________ ____________.” 5. Point people ________________ A. Acts 20:24--“I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of ____________ ___________________ of God's grace.” B. Acts 26:28-29 C. Paul started on the __________, but quickly moved to the ___________ Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Ignite” “Your Story Can Change The World” Acts 26:1-4, 9-20, 24-29 (Part one in the series “Ignite”) Intro: A “story” can refer to… 1. that time when your faith ______________________________ 2. something ______________ or ____________ or _________________ that has happened in your life 1. Begin with ___________________________ (Acts 26:2-3) A. It's important to establish a _______________________ B. 1 Corinthians 9:22-23--“I have become ____________ to ___________ so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the _________________ ____________ that I may share in its blessings.” 2. Speak with __________________________________ A. Paul knew _________________ 1 Timothy 1:12--“I am not ashamed, because I know whom ______________ ______________, and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.” B. Paul knew _______________ Ephesians 4:14--“...tossed _______ and _________ by the waves, and blown _______ and _________ by every wind of teaching.” 3. Make sure that you _____________________ A. Acts 26:4, 11--“B.C.” stands for the ________________ part of your story B. Acts 26:12-18-- “M.C.” stands for the _________________ part of your story C. Acts 26:19--“A.D.” stands for what happened _________________________ 4. Relate ________________________ Acts 26:26-27--“The king is _____________ with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner. King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? ________ ____________.” 5. Point people ________________ A. Acts 20:24--“I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of ____________ ___________________ of God's grace.” B. Acts 26:28-29 C. Paul started on the __________, but quickly moved to the ___________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110327%20IGNITE1.mp3 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:20:04 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “iGod… AM Always The Same” James 1:17 (Part five in the series “iGod”) Intro: James 1:17--“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, ____________________________ like shifting shadows.” God is ________________ which means that He ________________________ (Malachi 3:6) I. _____________________ For You Will Never Change A. Jeremiah 31:3--“I have loved you with an ______________________________.” B. Romans 8:38--“_____________ will be able to ______________ us from the love of God.” C. 1 John 4:10--“This is love: not that _________________, but that ____________ _____ and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.” II. __________________ For You Will Never Change A. Isaiah 40:8--“The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of God _______________________.” B. Matthew 24:35--“Heaven and earth will pass away but My words ____________ __________________.” (Psalm 119:152) C. Matthew 7:24--“Everyone who hears these __________________ and _______ ________________________ is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” D. Isaiah 43:25-- TIP: ___________________________ III. __________________ For You Will Never Change A. Isaiah 14:24--“The Lord Almighty has sworn, 'Surely, as I have ____________ it, so it will be, and as I have _______________, so it will stand.'” B. Our plans are always changing because of a… 1. _________________________ 2. _________________________ (Habakkuk 3:6; Psalm 33:11) C. What is God's plan for your life? (John 10:10) 1. To become __________________________________ (Romans 8:29) 2. To _____________________________ in heaven (John 14:6; 3:16) D. Three spiritual anchors for your soul: 1. God will _________________________ you 2. God's Word is always ______________________ 3. God's purpose and plan are bigger than _____________________ E. Psalm 125:1 Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “iGod” “iGod… AM Always The Same” James 1:17 (Part five in the series “iGod”) Intro: James 1:17--“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, ____________________________ like shifting shadows.” God is ________________ which means that He ________________________ (Malachi 3:6) I. _____________________ For You Will Never Change A. Jeremiah 31:3--“I have loved you with an ______________________________.” B. Romans 8:38--“_____________ will be able to ______________ us from the love of God.” C. 1 John 4:10--“This is love: not that _________________, but that ____________ _____ and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.” II. __________________ For You Will Never Change A. Isaiah 40:8--“The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of God _______________________.” B. Matthew 24:35--“Heaven and earth will pass away but My words ____________ __________________.” (Psalm 119:152) C. Matthew 7:24--“Everyone who hears these __________________ and _______ ________________________ is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” D. Isaiah 43:25-- TIP: ___________________________ III. __________________ For You Will Never Change A. Isaiah 14:24--“The Lord Almighty has sworn, 'Surely, as I have ____________ it, so it will be, and as I have _______________, so it will stand.'” B. Our plans are always changing because of a… 1. _________________________ 2. _________________________ (Habakkuk 3:6; Psalm 33:11) C. What is God's plan for your life? (John 10:10) 1. To become __________________________________ (Romans 8:29) 2. To _____________________________ in heaven (John 14:6; 3:16) D. Three spiritual anchors for your soul: 1. God will _________________________ you 2. God's Word is always ______________________ 3. God's purpose and plan are bigger than _____________________ E. Psalm 125:1 http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110320%20SAME.mp3 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +0000 no 00:24:27 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor Mark Neumann - No Sermon Outline. Pastor Mark Neumann Part four in the series “iGod” Guest Pastor Mark Neumann - No Sermon Outline. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110313%20POWERFUL.mp3 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:26:18 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “iGod… AM All Loving” Romans 5:8 (Part three in the series “iGod”) Intro: Exodus 3:14; 1 John 4:16 I. Five Pictures Of God’s Love A. It is a _________________ love (Hosea 13:8) B. It is a _____________ love (Isaiah 49:15) C. It is a _____________ love (Luke 15:20) D. It is a ___________ love (Proverbs 18:24) E. It is a __________________ love (Revelation 19:7) II. God’s Unfailing Love A. God’s unfailing love is ___________________ 1. Romans 5:8—“God demonstrates _____________________ for us in this: While we were yet ______________, Christ ______________________.” 2. The stain of our sin _____________________________________ 3. Filled with sacrificial love, Jesus _____________________________________ B. God’s unfailing love goes to __________________________________________ Romans 5:7—“For a ________________ someone might possibly dare to die.” C. God’s unfailing love is _______________________________________________ D. God’s unfailing love reflects __________________________________________ 1 John 4:17—Wherever you find _________, you will find ________________ III. The “Generic” Love Offered By This World A. It always ____________________________________ This kind of love is ______________ B. It is _________________________________________________ This kind of love is ______________________ IV. God’s Unfailing Love VS. The Generic Love Of This World A. Matthew 5:43-44; Matthew 5:38-39 B. Good News = You can become a ____________________________ Bad News = Acts of love require that you ________________________ C. You are being “nudged” by God’s love when you love with __________________ _______________ D. 1 Corinthians 13:7-8 E. The most recognized symbol of love: ______________ Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “iGod” “iGod… AM All Loving” Romans 5:8 (Part three in the series “iGod”) Intro: Exodus 3:14; 1 John 4:16 I. Five Pictures Of God’s Love A. It is a _________________ love (Hosea 13:8) B. It is a _____________ love (Isaiah 49:15) C. It is a _____________ love (Luke 15:20) D. It is a ___________ love (Proverbs 18:24) E. It is a __________________ love (Revelation 19:7) II. God’s Unfailing Love A. God’s unfailing love is ___________________ 1. Romans 5:8—“God demonstrates _____________________ for us in this: While we were yet ______________, Christ ______________________.” 2. The stain of our sin _____________________________________ 3. Filled with sacrificial love, Jesus _____________________________________ B. God’s unfailing love goes to __________________________________________ Romans 5:7—“For a ________________ someone might possibly dare to die.” C. God’s unfailing love is _______________________________________________ D. God’s unfailing love reflects __________________________________________ 1 John 4:17—Wherever you find _________, you will find ________________ III. The “Generic” Love Offered By This World A. It always ____________________________________ This kind of love is ______________ B. It is _________________________________________________ This kind of love is ______________________ IV. God’s Unfailing Love VS. The Generic Love Of This World A. Matthew 5:43-44; Matthew 5:38-39 B. Good News = You can become a ____________________________ Bad News = Acts of love require that you ________________________ C. You are being “nudged” by God’s love when you love with __________________ _______________ D. 1 Corinthians 13:7-8 E. The most recognized symbol of love: ______________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110306%20LOVING.mp3 Sun, 06 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:24:07 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “iGod… AM All Knowing” Hebrews 4:13 (Part two in the series “iGod”) Intro: Exodus 3:14 I. What Does It Mean That God Is “All Knowing”? A. He is never _______________ B. He is never ______________ C. He is never ________________ (Hebrews 4:13; Psalm 147:5) II. What Does Our “All Knowing” God Know? A. He knows all about _____________ B. He knows all about ______________ (Genesis 1:31) C. He knows all about _____________ III. What Difference Can My “All Knowing” God Make In Your Life? A. God knows about your _____________________________ (Psalm 69:5) 1. The fact: _______________________________________________________ (Proverbs 5:21) 2. Our response: _________________________ (Titus 2:14; Jeremiah 31:34) B. God knows about your ____________________________________ (Psalm 31:7; Psalm 56:6) 1. The fact: ________________________________________ (Psalm 103:13-14) 2. Our response: ______________________________ (Psalm 34:15) C. God knows about your ____________ (Psalm 139:16; Jeremiah 29:11) 1. The fact: ______________________________________________ 2. Our response: ___________________________ (Jeremiah 33:3) D. God knows about your _______________________________ (Matthew 6:31-32; Matthew 6:8) 1. The fact: _________________________________________ 2. Our response: __________________________________ (Philippians 4:6) E. God knows about your ______________________ (Matthew 6:1 & 4) 1. The fact: _________________________________________ 2. Our response: _______________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “iGod” “iGod… AM All Knowing” Hebrews 4:13 (Part two in the series “iGod”) Intro: Exodus 3:14 I. What Does It Mean That God Is “All Knowing”? A. He is never _______________ B. He is never ______________ C. He is never ________________ (Hebrews 4:13; Psalm 147:5) II. What Does Our “All Knowing” God Know? A. He knows all about _____________ B. He knows all about ______________ (Genesis 1:31) C. He knows all about _____________ III. What Difference Can My “All Knowing” God Make In Your Life? A. God knows about your _____________________________ (Psalm 69:5) 1. The fact: _______________________________________________________ (Proverbs 5:21) 2. Our response: _________________________ (Titus 2:14; Jeremiah 31:34) B. God knows about your ____________________________________ (Psalm 31:7; Psalm 56:6) 1. The fact: ________________________________________ (Psalm 103:13-14) 2. Our response: ______________________________ (Psalm 34:15) C. God knows about your ____________ (Psalm 139:16; Jeremiah 29:11) 1. The fact: ______________________________________________ 2. Our response: ___________________________ (Jeremiah 33:3) D. God knows about your _______________________________ (Matthew 6:31-32; Matthew 6:8) 1. The fact: _________________________________________ 2. Our response: __________________________________ (Philippians 4:6) E. God knows about your ______________________ (Matthew 6:1 & 4) 1. The fact: _________________________________________ 2. Our response: _______________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110227%20KNOWING.mp3 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:42 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “iGod… AM All Present” Psalm 139:7-11a (Part one in the series “iGod”) Intro: Exodus 3:14— “God said to Moses, ‘______________________. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: I AM has sent me to you.’” The word “omni” means _______ (Psalm 138:7-11a; Jeremiah 23:23-24) I. Four Truths & Blessings Surrounding The Omnipresence Of God A. Truth = When you’re ___________, God is your _________________ (Psalm 25:16; Hebrews 13:5; Exodus 13:21-22) Blessing = God’s presence will _______________________ (Psalm 16:11) B. Truth = When you’re _____________, God is your ________________ (see Matthew 8:23-27) Blessing = God’s presence will _______________________ (Psalm 16:8; 23:4) C. Truth = When you’re ____________, God is your __________________ (2 Corinthians 1:18) Blessing = God’s presence will ______________________ (Job 13:27) D. Truth = When you’re ______________, God is your ________________ (Psalm 34:18) Blessing = God’s presence will ______________________________ (Psalm 116:8-9) II. Four Ways To Help You Be Aware of God’s Omnipresence A. ________________________________ Ephesians 5:18— “Be filled ____________________.” B. _______________ Psalm 37:7—“Be still ____________________ and wait patiently for Him.” C. _____________________ 1 Thessalonians 5:7; James 1:5—“If any of you lacks wisdom, _____________ _______________, who gives generously to all… and it will be given to him.” D. _____________________ Psalm 100:4—“Enter His gates with ___________________ and His courts with ___________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “iGod” “iGod… AM All Present” Psalm 139:7-11a (Part one in the series “iGod”) Intro: Exodus 3:14— “God said to Moses, ‘______________________. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: I AM has sent me to you.’” The word “omni” means _______ (Psalm 138:7-11a; Jeremiah 23:23-24) I. Four Truths & Blessings Surrounding The Omnipresence Of God A. Truth = When you’re ___________, God is your _________________ (Psalm 25:16; Hebrews 13:5; Exodus 13:21-22) Blessing = God’s presence will _______________________ (Psalm 16:11) B. Truth = When you’re _____________, God is your ________________ (see Matthew 8:23-27) Blessing = God’s presence will _______________________ (Psalm 16:8; 23:4) C. Truth = When you’re ____________, God is your __________________ (2 Corinthians 1:18) Blessing = God’s presence will ______________________ (Job 13:27) D. Truth = When you’re ______________, God is your ________________ (Psalm 34:18) Blessing = God’s presence will ______________________________ (Psalm 116:8-9) II. Four Ways To Help You Be Aware of God’s Omnipresence A. ________________________________ Ephesians 5:18— “Be filled ____________________.” B. _______________ Psalm 37:7—“Be still ____________________ and wait patiently for Him.” C. _____________________ 1 Thessalonians 5:7; James 1:5—“If any of you lacks wisdom, _____________ _______________, who gives generously to all… and it will be given to him.” D. _____________________ Psalm 100:4—“Enter His gates with ___________________ and His courts with ___________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110220%20PRESENT.mp3 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:24:08 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “God’s Mission—My Mission” 1 Peter 1:1-2 1. The scariest word in the English language = . “Evangel” = _____ __ . “Evangelical” = who we ! 2. Mission = overseas?? Cross-cultural?? = in life God’s mission began with and . 1 Timothy 2:4 - Luke 19:10 - “Missional” = think, plan, act to share . 3. Our context is different today - . Attractional Incarnational 4. 1 Peter 1:1-2 Elect exiles of the dispersion Sanctified by the Spirit 5. Your personal mission field! Rev. Peter Meier “God’s Mission—My Mission” 1 Peter 1:1-2 1. The scariest word in the English language = . “Evangel” = _____ __ . “Evangelical” = who we ! 2. Mission = overseas?? Cross-cultural?? = in life God’s mission began with and . 1 Timothy 2:4 - Luke 19:10 - “Missional” = think, plan, act to share . 3. Our context is different today - . Attractional Incarnational 4. 1 Peter 1:1-2 Elect exiles of the dispersion Sanctified by the Spirit 5. Your personal mission field! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110213%20MISSION.mp3 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:46 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Raising the Next Generation of Workers” Proverbs 24:3 (Part six in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Proverbs 24:3--“By wisdom a __________ is built, and through understanding it is established.” I. ______________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 12:6 (TLB) --“There are __________________ in which God works in our lives.” B. Two potential obstacles: 1. The pressure to _____________ 2. The pressure to _____________ (Galatians 6:4; 1 Corinthians 13:5--“Love is not ___________________.”) II. ________________________________ A. Psalm 139:13-14--“You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am _____________ and _____________ made.” B. How to affirm the value and worth of your kids: 1. Through ___________________ 2. Through __________________ 3. Through ______________________ III. _______________________________________________ A. Luke 16:10--“Whoever can be trusted with very ________can also be trusted with _______… if you have not been trustworthy with someone else's property, who will give you property ________________?” B. How do you help your kids become responsible? 1. ________________________ 2. ____________________________ IV. ______________________________________________________ A. Proverbs 13:24--“He who loves (his son) is careful to ______________ him.” B. Two things to keep in mind when disciplining: 1. ___________________________ 2. _____________________ (Ephesians 4:29) V. _________________________________________ A. __________ the same way ____________________________ (Ephesians 4:32) B. ________________________________ (1 Corinthians 13:7; Romans 8:39) C. Psalm 101:2--“I will try to walk a blameless path, but how I need ____________, especially in my own home, where I long to act ___________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part six in the series “Work Matters” “Raising the Next Generation of Workers” Proverbs 24:3 (Part six in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Proverbs 24:3--“By wisdom a __________ is built, and through understanding it is established.” I. ______________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 12:6 (TLB) --“There are __________________ in which God works in our lives.” B. Two potential obstacles: 1. The pressure to _____________ 2. The pressure to _____________ (Galatians 6:4; 1 Corinthians 13:5--“Love is not ___________________.”) II. ________________________________ A. Psalm 139:13-14--“You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am _____________ and _____________ made.” B. How to affirm the value and worth of your kids: 1. Through ___________________ 2. Through __________________ 3. Through ______________________ III. _______________________________________________ A. Luke 16:10--“Whoever can be trusted with very ________can also be trusted with _______… if you have not been trustworthy with someone else's property, who will give you property ________________?” B. How do you help your kids become responsible? 1. ________________________ 2. ____________________________ IV. ______________________________________________________ A. Proverbs 13:24--“He who loves (his son) is careful to ______________ him.” B. Two things to keep in mind when disciplining: 1. ___________________________ 2. _____________________ (Ephesians 4:29) V. _________________________________________ A. __________ the same way ____________________________ (Ephesians 4:32) B. ________________________________ (1 Corinthians 13:7; Romans 8:39) C. Psalm 101:2--“I will try to walk a blameless path, but how I need ____________, especially in my own home, where I long to act ___________________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110206%20WORKERS.mp3 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:17 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “How Do I Share My Faith at Work?” Acts 20:24 (Part five in the series “Work Matters”) I. Your Witness At Work A. Acts 20:24; Acts 1:8--“You will be My _______________... to the ends of the earth.” B. A witness = someone who ______________________________________ (John 17:18) II. Your Witness At Work Is Important! A. You have ______________________________ 1. Romans 10:13-14 (NLT) --“'Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.' But how will they call on Him to save them unless they believe in Him? And how can they believe in Him if they have never heard about Him? And how can they hear about Him unless __________________________?” 2. Luke 4:18-19 B. People are _______________________________ 1. Matthew 9:36--“When (Jesus) saw the crowds, He had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said to His disciples, 'The ___________________________ but the ________________________.'” 2. Colossians 3:17--“Whatever you do, whether in _______ or ________, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus…” III. How You Can Be A Witness At Work A. By __________________________________ 1 Corinthians 3:13 (TEV) --“The ____________ of each man's work will be seen when the Day of Christ exposes it.” B. By ___________________________________ Philippians 2:14-15--“Do everything without ________________ or _____________, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation.” C. By _______________________________ 1 Peter 3:15-- “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to _________________________ for the hope that you have.” Using the “Establishing A Spiritual Base” Tool 2 Timothy 1:7-8; 1 John 4:18-- “Perfect _______ drives out ________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Work Matters” “How Do I Share My Faith at Work?” Acts 20:24 (Part five in the series “Work Matters”) I. Your Witness At Work A. Acts 20:24; Acts 1:8--“You will be My _______________... to the ends of the earth.” B. A witness = someone who ______________________________________ (John 17:18) II. Your Witness At Work Is Important! A. You have ______________________________ 1. Romans 10:13-14 (NLT) --“'Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.' But how will they call on Him to save them unless they believe in Him? And how can they believe in Him if they have never heard about Him? And how can they hear about Him unless __________________________?” 2. Luke 4:18-19 B. People are _______________________________ 1. Matthew 9:36--“When (Jesus) saw the crowds, He had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said to His disciples, 'The ___________________________ but the ________________________.'” 2. Colossians 3:17--“Whatever you do, whether in _______ or ________, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus…” III. How You Can Be A Witness At Work A. By __________________________________ 1 Corinthians 3:13 (TEV) --“The ____________ of each man's work will be seen when the Day of Christ exposes it.” B. By ___________________________________ Philippians 2:14-15--“Do everything without ________________ or _____________, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation.” C. By _______________________________ 1 Peter 3:15-- “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to _________________________ for the hope that you have.” Using the “Establishing A Spiritual Base” Tool 2 Timothy 1:7-8; 1 John 4:18-- “Perfect _______ drives out ________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110130%20SHARE.mp3 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:25:01 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “How Do I Serve Others at Work?” Colossians 3:23 (Part four in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Colossians 3:23; Matthew 25:40 You _________________ in your work by ____________________ I. Two Benefits of Serving Others at Work A. It makes your life ___________________________ 1. Ephesians 2:10--“We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to _________________________.” (Titus 3:14; Mark 8:35) B. It makes you __________________________ 1. Philippians 2:4-5; Matthew 20:28--“The Son of Man did not come to _____ __________ but ________________, and give His life as a ransom for many.” II. Four Practical Ways to Serve Others at Work A. ___________ others _____________________ 1. Romans 15:7--“___________________________, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.” 2. You accept people when you look _______________________ and ________ ______________ B. ________________ others ___________________ 1. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 2. Three truths about the people with whom you work: a. Everybody's having a ______________________ b. Everybody's has a ______________________ c. Everybody could ________________ 3. Ephesians 4:29--“Do not let any unwholesome talk comes out of your mouths, but only what is ____________ for ______________________ according to their needs.” C. ___________ others _________ 1. Serving others through forgiveness refers to two things: a. _____________ b. _______________ 2. Colossians 3:13--“_______________________ and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another.” (Matthew 5:9) D. ________ others _______________ 1. Proverbs 3:27--“Do not ____________________ from those who deserve it, when it is in your power _________.” (1 Corinthians 15:58) 2. Matthew 25:34-35 3. A new job description for you at work: ____________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Colossians 3:23. Develop a "ministry" at work. Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series "Work Matters" “How Do I Serve Others at Work?” Colossians 3:23 (Part four in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Colossians 3:23; Matthew 25:40 You _________________ in your work by ____________________ I. Two Benefits of Serving Others at Work A. It makes your life ___________________________ 1. Ephesians 2:10--“We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to _________________________.” (Titus 3:14; Mark 8:35) B. It makes you __________________________ 1. Philippians 2:4-5; Matthew 20:28--“The Son of Man did not come to _____ __________ but ________________, and give His life as a ransom for many.” II. Four Practical Ways to Serve Others at Work A. ___________ others _____________________ 1. Romans 15:7--“___________________________, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.” 2. You accept people when you look _______________________ and ________ ______________ B. ________________ others ___________________ 1. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 2. Three truths about the people with whom you work: a. Everybody's having a ______________________ b. Everybody's has a ______________________ c. Everybody could ________________ 3. Ephesians 4:29--“Do not let any unwholesome talk comes out of your mouths, but only what is ____________ for ______________________ according to their needs.” C. ___________ others _________ 1. Serving others through forgiveness refers to two things: a. _____________ b. _______________ 2. Colossians 3:13--“_______________________ and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another.” (Matthew 5:9) D. ________ others _______________ 1. Proverbs 3:27--“Do not ____________________ from those who deserve it, when it is in your power _________.” (1 Corinthians 15:58) 2. Matthew 25:34-35 3. A new job description for you at work: ____________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Colossians 3:23. Develop a "ministry" at work. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110123%20SERVE.mp3 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:43 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “How Do I Grow Spiritually at Work?” Romans 8:29 (Part three in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Romans 8:29--“For those God foreknew He also predestined to be conformed to the _______________ of His Son.” God's goal for you is to develop the _______________________________ I. God Will Use _____________ At Work To Teach You ________________________ A. By ___________________________ (Psalm 15:4) B. By _______________________________ (Proverbs 18:9) C. By _____________________________________________ (Ephesians 6:6-7) II. God Will Use ____________ At Work To Teach You ________________________ A. Common types of co-workers: 1. _________________________ 5. __________________ 2. __________________ 6. ____________________ 3. _______________________ 7. ______________________ 4. ______________ B. Romans 12:16-18--Five practical suggestions: 1. ____________________ 4. ________________ 2. ________________ (1 Peter 1:18-19; 1 John 1:9) 3. _________________ 5. ___________________ C. 1 Corinthians 16:14--“Do everything in _________.” III. God Will Use _____________ At Work To Teach You ____________________ A. Romans 5:3-4; Galatians 5:22-23a B. 2 Corinthians 1:8-9--“We were… crushed and overwhelmed, and feared we would never live through it… We saw how powerless we were to help ourselves, but that was good, for then we put everything into _____________________who alone could save us…” C. Two things to do when overwhelmed: 1. ______________________________________________ (2 Corinthians 8:9) 2. ________________________________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Romans 8:29. Begin to reflect the character of Christ at work. Learn more about the next "Discovery" membership class on Saturday, January 29. Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series "Work Matters" “How Do I Grow Spiritually at Work?” Romans 8:29 (Part three in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Romans 8:29--“For those God foreknew He also predestined to be conformed to the _______________ of His Son.” God's goal for you is to develop the _______________________________ I. God Will Use _____________ At Work To Teach You ________________________ A. By ___________________________ (Psalm 15:4) B. By _______________________________ (Proverbs 18:9) C. By _____________________________________________ (Ephesians 6:6-7) II. God Will Use ____________ At Work To Teach You ________________________ A. Common types of co-workers: 1. _________________________ 5. __________________ 2. __________________ 6. ____________________ 3. _______________________ 7. ______________________ 4. ______________ B. Romans 12:16-18--Five practical suggestions: 1. ____________________ 4. ________________ 2. ________________ (1 Peter 1:18-19; 1 John 1:9) 3. _________________ 5. ___________________ C. 1 Corinthians 16:14--“Do everything in _________.” III. God Will Use _____________ At Work To Teach You ____________________ A. Romans 5:3-4; Galatians 5:22-23a B. 2 Corinthians 1:8-9--“We were… crushed and overwhelmed, and feared we would never live through it… We saw how powerless we were to help ourselves, but that was good, for then we put everything into _____________________who alone could save us…” C. Two things to do when overwhelmed: 1. ______________________________________________ (2 Corinthians 8:9) 2. ________________________________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Romans 8:29. Begin to reflect the character of Christ at work. Learn more about the next "Discovery" membership class on Saturday, January 29. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110116%20GROW.mp3 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:24:42 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ We thank Pastor Russ Troester for being with us today and bringing the Gospel message. Pastor Russ has served as Assistant Pastor at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Bloomington since July 2008. Pastor Russ Troester Part two in the series “Work Matters” We thank Pastor Russ Troester for being with us today and bringing the Gospel message. Pastor Russ has served as Assistant Pastor at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Bloomington since July 2008. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110109%20BALANCE.mp3 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:36:40 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Why Work?” Ecclesiastes 3:9 (Part one in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Ecclesiastes 3:9 I. __________________ Proverbs 12:11 (The Message) --“The one who stays on the job has ________ on the table.” (1 Timothy 5:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:10) II. ________________ Five things God wants you to understand about your wealth: 1. _________________________________ 2. _____________________________ Why? a. You're ____________ for what He's given to you b. It's your ____________ in the present c. It's ___________ about the future 3. ______________________________ 4. __________________________ 5. ________________________________ (Proverbs 13:4) III. ________________ A. What is your S.H.A.P.E.? S = ________________________ H = ___________ A = ______________ P = ____________________ E = _____________________ B. Two questions to ask so as to know if you're working within your S.H.A.P.E.: 1. Are you _________________ at what you're doing? 2. Are you _________________ in what you're doing? (Galatians 6:4) IV. ______________ Psalm 105:19--“Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph's _________________.” (Genesis 2:15) V. ________________ 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12; Matthew 5:16-- “Let your light shine before men, that they may _____________________________ and praise your Father in heaven.” VI. ____________________ A. Ephesians 4:28b--“(The Christian) must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to _____________________________.” B. Acts 20:35--There's more happiness in _____________ than _______________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Matthew 5:16 Learn more about how my work matters to God by attending the rest of this series Discover if I am within my S.H.A.P.E. @ work Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Work Matters” “Why Work?” Ecclesiastes 3:9 (Part one in the series “Work Matters”) Intro: Ecclesiastes 3:9 I. __________________ Proverbs 12:11 (The Message) --“The one who stays on the job has ________ on the table.” (1 Timothy 5:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:10) II. ________________ Five things God wants you to understand about your wealth: 1. _________________________________ 2. _____________________________ Why? a. You're ____________ for what He's given to you b. It's your ____________ in the present c. It's ___________ about the future 3. ______________________________ 4. __________________________ 5. ________________________________ (Proverbs 13:4) III. ________________ A. What is your S.H.A.P.E.? S = ________________________ H = ___________ A = ______________ P = ____________________ E = _____________________ B. Two questions to ask so as to know if you're working within your S.H.A.P.E.: 1. Are you _________________ at what you're doing? 2. Are you _________________ in what you're doing? (Galatians 6:4) IV. ______________ Psalm 105:19--“Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph's _________________.” (Genesis 2:15) V. ________________ 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12; Matthew 5:16-- “Let your light shine before men, that they may _____________________________ and praise your Father in heaven.” VI. ____________________ A. Ephesians 4:28b--“(The Christian) must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to _____________________________.” B. Acts 20:35--There's more happiness in _____________ than _______________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Matthew 5:16 Learn more about how my work matters to God by attending the rest of this series Discover if I am within my S.H.A.P.E. @ work http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20110102%20WHYWORK.mp3 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 17:00:00 GMT no 00:27:15 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor - No Message Outline Pastor Arden Malotky Guest Pastor - What Would You Do With Jesus? Guest Pastor - No Message Outline http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101226%20WWYDWJ.mp3 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:51 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Receiving A Pure Heart” Psalm 51:10 (Part five in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) Intro: Psalm 51:10--“Create in me a ____________________, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. A = __________ that your heart is ______________ 1. Until you admit there's a ______________, you'll never have a ______________ 2. 1 John 1:8--“If we claim to be _____________________, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.” 3. Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23--“The __________ of sin is ___________.” Death = _______________________________________ in hell! B = ________________ that __________________ can purify your heart 1. Romans 6:23--“The wages of sin is death, but the ____________________ is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” 2. 1 John 1:9--“If we confess our sins, (God) is faithful and just and will __________ ______ our sin and ___________ us from all unrighteousness.” 3. Isaiah 1:18--“Though your sins are like ____________, they shall be _________ ________________.” C = _____________ your heart and life __________________________________ 1. Ephesians 4:13(NCV)-- “We must become like a mature person, growing until we become __________________ and have His _________________.” 2. Psalm 24:3-4--“Who may ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and ____________________.” MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Romans 6:23 Read the story of Solomon in 1 Kings 3 Commit to living a Christ-directed life Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas” “Receiving A Pure Heart” Psalm 51:10 (Part five in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) Intro: Psalm 51:10--“Create in me a ____________________, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. A = __________ that your heart is ______________ 1. Until you admit there's a ______________, you'll never have a ______________ 2. 1 John 1:8--“If we claim to be _____________________, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.” 3. Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23--“The __________ of sin is ___________.” Death = _______________________________________ in hell! B = ________________ that __________________ can purify your heart 1. Romans 6:23--“The wages of sin is death, but the ____________________ is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” 2. 1 John 1:9--“If we confess our sins, (God) is faithful and just and will __________ ______ our sin and ___________ us from all unrighteousness.” 3. Isaiah 1:18--“Though your sins are like ____________, they shall be _________ ________________.” C = _____________ your heart and life __________________________________ 1. Ephesians 4:13(NCV)-- “We must become like a mature person, growing until we become __________________ and have His _________________.” 2. Psalm 24:3-4--“Who may ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and ____________________.” MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: Memorize Romans 6:23 Read the story of Solomon in 1 Kings 3 Commit to living a Christ-directed life http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101224%20PURE.mp3 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 23:00:00 GMT no 00:25:49 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Growing A Passionate Heart” Acts 1:8 (Part four in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) Intro: Growing a “passionate” heart = _______________________________________ Acts 1:8—“You will be _______________________ in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” “Jerusalem” = your own ________________________________ “Judea and Samaria” = people who are __________________________ from you “Ends of the earth” = ________________________ A witness = someone who describes what they’ve _______ and what they’ve _________________ I. _____________________________________________ A. Luke 8:39— “‘___________________ and tell how much God has done for you.’ So the man went away and told ____________________ how much Jesus had done for him.” B. One reason why we don’t share with those in our world: we believe the lie that people _____________________________________________________ C. Two things you can do on earth, but not in heaven: 1. ________ 2. ________________________________________ (2 Peter 3:9) II. _____________________________________________ A. 1 John 4:11—“Since God so loved us, we also ought to ____________________ _________________.” B. 1 Corinthians 9:22—“I have become all things to all men so that ______________ ______________________ I might ___________________.” (Matthew 25:35-36) III. ___________________________________________________ A. Mark 16:15—“Go into ___________________and preach the good news to ______________________.” B. A question to ponder: ______________________________________________? (Psalm 139:23-24) C. One of the most dangerous prayers you can pray: ______________________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: ? Memorize Psalm 139:23-24 ? Recommit to a daily quiet time with God ? Invite one of my unchurched friends to worship this Christmas Pastor John Zahrte Growing A Passionate Heart (Part four in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) “Growing A Passionate Heart” Acts 1:8 (Part four in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) Intro: Growing a “passionate” heart = _______________________________________ Acts 1:8—“You will be _______________________ in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” “Jerusalem” = your own ________________________________ “Judea and Samaria” = people who are __________________________ from you “Ends of the earth” = ________________________ A witness = someone who describes what they’ve _______ and what they’ve _________________ I. _____________________________________________ A. Luke 8:39— “‘___________________ and tell how much God has done for you.’ So the man went away and told ____________________ how much Jesus had done for him.” B. One reason why we don’t share with those in our world: we believe the lie that people _____________________________________________________ C. Two things you can do on earth, but not in heaven: 1. ________ 2. ________________________________________ (2 Peter 3:9) II. _____________________________________________ A. 1 John 4:11—“Since God so loved us, we also ought to ____________________ _________________.” B. 1 Corinthians 9:22—“I have become all things to all men so that ______________ ______________________ I might ___________________.” (Matthew 25:35-36) III. ___________________________________________________ A. Mark 16:15—“Go into ___________________and preach the good news to ______________________.” B. A question to ponder: ______________________________________________? (Psalm 139:23-24) C. One of the most dangerous prayers you can pray: ______________________ MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO: ? Memorize Psalm 139:23-24 ? Recommit to a daily quiet time with God ? Invite one of my unchurched friends to worship this Christmas http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101219%20PASSIONATE.mp3 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:24:25 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Growing A Patient Heart” Colossians 3:12 (Part three in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) Intro: Colossians 3:12—“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with… _____________.” Thee Common Triggers of Impatience 1. _____________________ 2. _____________________________ 3. ______________________________ I. The Biblical ____________ Of Patience A. Two words for patience 1. ___________________________ (Ecclesiastes 7:9) 2. ___________________________ (James 5:8) B. God’s Picture of Patience 1. It reflects ________ (1 Corinthians 13:4; Ephesians 4:2) 2. It can lead to _______________________ (James 1:3-4) 3. It is _______________ (James 1:12) II. The ____________ That Can Lead To Impatience A. ______________ B. ____________________ C. ____________ III. God’s _________ On How To Grow A Patient Heart A. ____________ before you ______________ Proverbs 14:29—“A patient man has ____________________________.” B. ____________ with ___________ Philippians 4:6—“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by ___________ and _____________, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” C. _________ for His ______________ to replace _________ 2 Peter 3:9—“The Lord is _____________ with you, not wanting anyone to ____________, but everyone to come to __________________.” Matthew 6:9-10—“Our Father in heaven, Your kingdom come, __________________ _________________ as it is in heaven.” Pastor John Zahrte Growing A Patient Heart Colossians 3:12 “Growing A Patient Heart” Colossians 3:12 (Part three in the series “Growing Your Heart This Christmas”) Intro: Colossians 3:12—“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with… _____________.” Thee Common Triggers of Impatience 1. _____________________ 2. _____________________________ 3. ______________________________ I. The Biblical ____________ Of Patience A. Two words for patience 1. ___________________________ (Ecclesiastes 7:9) 2. ___________________________ (James 5:8) B. God’s Picture of Patience 1. It reflects ________ (1 Corinthians 13:4; Ephesians 4:2) 2. It can lead to _______________________ (James 1:3-4) 3. It is _______________ (James 1:12) II. The ____________ That Can Lead To Impatience A. ______________ B. ____________________ C. ____________ III. God’s _________ On How To Grow A Patient Heart A. ____________ before you ______________ Proverbs 14:29—“A patient man has ____________________________.” B. ____________ with ___________ Philippians 4:6—“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by ___________ and _____________, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” C. _________ for His ______________ to replace _________ 2 Peter 3:9—“The Lord is _____________ with you, not wanting anyone to ____________, but everyone to come to __________________.” Matthew 6:9-10—“Our Father in heaven, Your kingdom come, __________________ _________________ as it is in heaven.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101212%20PATIENT.mp3 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:34 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor - No message outline. Vicar Isaac Williams Growing a Peaceful Heart, by guest Vicar Isaac Williams Guest Pastor - No message outline. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101205%20PEACEFUL.mp3 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:16 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “God’s Remedy for Your Hurts” Psalm 23:5 I. Five Things You Don’t Want To Do When You’re Hurt A. __________________________ 1. You can _________________ 2. You can ______________________ 3. You can ____________________ (Psalm 39:2) B. ________________________ (Psalm 55:6 and 8) C. ______________________ (Psalm 32:3) D. ______________________________ (1 Peter 5:6) E. ___________________________ (Psalm 37:8) II. God’s Remedy For Your Hurts A. Let Jesus _______________________ 1. Romans 12:17 and 19—“Do not repay ________________. …Do not take ____________… but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written, ‘It is Mine to avenge; _________________.” 2. Three reasons why you should seek to forgive those who have hurt you: a. God has __________________ b. Resentment only makes you ______________ c. You’re going to need _______________________ in the future yourself (Matthew 5:7) B. Let Jesus ______________________________ 1. Two reasons for oil: a. __________ b. _______ (Psalm 147:3) 2. Four things God wants you to use to soothe your soul: a. ___________________ c. _______________ b. ________________ d. _________________ 3. Two truths to healing: a. Healing usually occurs in _________________: i. The _____________ stage ii. The ___________________ stage b. Even after you are healed, you are going to have ____________ C. Let Jesus ______________________________ Three blessings from God: a. Your cup will overflow with ________ (Romans 15:13) b. Your cup will overflow with ________ (1 Thessalonians 3:12) c. Your cup will overflow with _______ (John 16:24) Pastor John Zahrte God’s Remedy for Your Hurts Psalm 23:5 “God’s Remedy for Your Hurts” Psalm 23:5 I. Five Things You Don’t Want To Do When You’re Hurt A. __________________________ 1. You can _________________ 2. You can ______________________ 3. You can ____________________ (Psalm 39:2) B. ________________________ (Psalm 55:6 and 8) C. ______________________ (Psalm 32:3) D. ______________________________ (1 Peter 5:6) E. ___________________________ (Psalm 37:8) II. God’s Remedy For Your Hurts A. Let Jesus _______________________ 1. Romans 12:17 and 19—“Do not repay ________________. …Do not take ____________… but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written, ‘It is Mine to avenge; _________________.” 2. Three reasons why you should seek to forgive those who have hurt you: a. God has __________________ b. Resentment only makes you ______________ c. You’re going to need _______________________ in the future yourself (Matthew 5:7) B. Let Jesus ______________________________ 1. Two reasons for oil: a. __________ b. _______ (Psalm 147:3) 2. Four things God wants you to use to soothe your soul: a. ___________________ c. _______________ b. ________________ d. _________________ 3. Two truths to healing: a. Healing usually occurs in _________________: i. The _____________ stage ii. The ___________________ stage b. Even after you are healed, you are going to have ____________ C. Let Jesus ______________________________ Three blessings from God: a. Your cup will overflow with ________ (Romans 15:13) b. Your cup will overflow with ________ (1 Thessalonians 3:12) c. Your cup will overflow with _______ (John 16:24) http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101121%20REMEDY.mp3 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:37 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Why do you give? 1. Christmas gifts to family and friends 2. Birthday gifts to my best friend 3. Birthday gifts to my parents/children 4. Surprise gifts to others 5. Offerings to the Lord Possible Responses: Habit It’s expected of me Guilt It’s a way to say “Thanks” To show love To show respect Joy Repayment To get something in return 2 Corinthians 9:7—Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Romans 12:6,8—We have different gifts… let us give cheerfully. Acts 20:35b—Jesus Himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” These are Paul’s closing remarks to the Ephesian elders. As he states in verse 30, he will never see them again. He says two things in closing. Usually the last things you say are the most important. —The first, don’t ever leave the Gospel of grace. We expect that. —The second is this: I was never greedy or covetous when I was with you. Jesus said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ Reasons for Joyful Giving to God 1. It is _______________________________ to give to God’s Kingdom. Matthew 6:19-20—Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 2. It moves us ____________________________________________________. Matthew 6:21-24—For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness! No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. 2 Corinthians 9:6—Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 3. It makes a ____________________________________________________. 2 Corinthians 9:13-15—Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, others will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! 4. It ____________________________________________________. 2 Corinthians 9:10-12—Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. 2 Corinthians 9:7—Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 5. Jesus joyfully gives _________________________________________. Scripture quotations, are from the New International Version ©International Bible Society 1973, 1978, 1984 Pastor Phil Wagner The Joy of Giving by guest pastor Phil Wagner Why do you give? 1. Christmas gifts to family and friends 2. Birthday gifts to my best friend 3. Birthday gifts to my parents/children 4. Surprise gifts to others 5. Offerings to the Lord Possible Responses: Habit It’s expected of me Guilt It’s a way to say “Thanks” To show love To show respect Joy Repayment To get something in return 2 Corinthians 9:7—Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Romans 12:6,8—We have different gifts… let us give cheerfully. Acts 20:35b—Jesus Himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” These are Paul’s closing remarks to the Ephesian elders. As he states in verse 30, he will never see them again. He says two things in closing. Usually the last things you say are the most important. —The first, don’t ever leave the Gospel of grace. We expect that. —The second is this: I was never greedy or covetous when I was with you. Jesus said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ Reasons for Joyful Giving to God 1. It is _______________________________ to give to God’s Kingdom. Matthew 6:19-20—Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 2. It moves us ____________________________________________________. Matthew 6:21-24—For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness! No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. 2 Corinthians 9:6—Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 3. It makes a ____________________________________________________. 2 Corinthians 9:13-15—Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, others will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! 4. It ____________________________________________________. 2 Corinthians 9:10-12—Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. 2 Corinthians 9:7—Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 5. Jesus joyfully gives _________________________________________. Scripture quotations, are from the New International Version ©International Bible Society 1973, 1978, 1984 http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101114%20GIVING.mp3 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:48 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The WHY of Giving” 2 Corinthians 8:1-9. 9:6-11 Intro: John 3:16— Giving isn’t so much a ______________________ as it is an ________________ 2 Corinthians 8:7—“Just as you excel in everything—in faith, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us—see that you also ________ in this __________________________.” I. Giving Allows You To Express ___________________ To _______ For __________ ____________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:7; 2 Corinthians 9:12—“This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God’s people but is also ___________________ in many expressions of ______________________.” B. 2 Corinthians 8:9—“You know the grace of ...Jesus Christ that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, so that ________ through ______ _____________ might become _________.” C. 2 Corinthians 8:8 — It is _________________ with your money that really shows what you ___________________ in life. II. Giving Allows You To ________________ Your ____________________ In ______ _____________ A. It helps you to __________________ your own _________________________ 1. God is the _____________ of all you own 2. You ____________ it B. It helps you to ____________________________ and to keep your ___________ _____________________ C. 2 Corinthians 8:5—“They did not do as we expected but they ________________ ________ to the Lord and then to us in keeping with God’s will.” III. Giving Allows You To ______________ Your ___________________ Of _______ _______________ (Malachi 3:10) A. It’s an ____________________________ B. It’s an __________________________ C. It’s a ______________________________ (John 1:16) How to Give—1 Corinthians 16:1-2 1. It ought to be ____________ 2. It ought to be ______________ Pastor John Zahrte The WHY of Giving 2 Corinthians 8:1-9. 9:6-11 “The WHY of Giving” 2 Corinthians 8:1-9. 9:6-11 Intro: John 3:16— Giving isn’t so much a ______________________ as it is an ________________ 2 Corinthians 8:7—“Just as you excel in everything—in faith, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us—see that you also ________ in this __________________________.” I. Giving Allows You To Express ___________________ To _______ For __________ ____________________ A. 2 Corinthians 9:7; 2 Corinthians 9:12—“This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God’s people but is also ___________________ in many expressions of ______________________.” B. 2 Corinthians 8:9—“You know the grace of ...Jesus Christ that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, so that ________ through ______ _____________ might become _________.” C. 2 Corinthians 8:8 — It is _________________ with your money that really shows what you ___________________ in life. II. Giving Allows You To ________________ Your ____________________ In ______ _____________ A. It helps you to __________________ your own _________________________ 1. God is the _____________ of all you own 2. You ____________ it B. It helps you to ____________________________ and to keep your ___________ _____________________ C. 2 Corinthians 8:5—“They did not do as we expected but they ________________ ________ to the Lord and then to us in keeping with God’s will.” III. Giving Allows You To ______________ Your ___________________ Of _______ _______________ (Malachi 3:10) A. It’s an ____________________________ B. It’s an __________________________ C. It’s a ______________________________ (John 1:16) How to Give—1 Corinthians 16:1-2 1. It ought to be ____________ 2. It ought to be ______________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101107%20WHY.mp3 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:42 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Christianity 101” Romans 6:23 Romans 6:23—“The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] Pastor John Zahrte Romans 6:23—“The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” “Christianity 101” Romans 6:23 Romans 6:23—“The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101031%20101.mp3 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:38 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor - No sermon outline. Rev. Bob Alsleben Guest Pastor Guest Pastor - No sermon outline. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101024%20KEEP.mp3 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:15:28 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor - No sermon outline. Rev Ray Wiebold Guest pastor. Guest Pastor - No sermon outline. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101017%20LEAST.mp3 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:19:05 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Abortion” Psalm 139:13-16 (Part two in the series “Hot Topics 2”) #1. What does God’s Word say about ________? A. Psalm 139:13-16 B. Three truths involving the time before you were born 1. ___________________________ 2. _______________________ 3. ___________________________________ C. Six Biblical truths about the unborn 1. The unborn are called ____________ in the Bible (Luke 1:41; 2:12) 2. The unborn are a ________________________ (Psalm 139:13) 3. If an unborn baby is ___________, it is protected by ___________________ __________________ used to protect a child or adult (Exodus 21:22-23) 4. Unborn children possess ____________________________________ (Luke 1:41; Psalm 51:5) 5. God knows the unborn ___________________________________ (Psalm 139:15-16) 6. The unborn are ___________________ even before birth (Isaiah 49:1; Galatians 1:15) #2. What does God’s Word say about ____________? A. 1 Corinthians 6:19—“_______________________________; you were bought at a price.” B. Proverbs 6:17—“The Lord hates… hands that ___________________________.” #3. What does God’s Word say about _____________________? A. Psalm 51:1-2— _______________________ B. Psalm 51:3-4a— _____________________________ C. Psalm 51:7-10— _______________________________________________ D. Psalm 51:13— ________________________________________ Three Things You Can Do Regarding The Abortion Issue: 1. You can do something ________________ 2. You can do something __________________ 3. You can do something ____________________ For more information or support: www.lutheransforlife.org www.nlfs.org (New Life Family Services) www.abortionrecoveryinternational.org Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Hot Topics 2” “Abortion” Psalm 139:13-16 (Part two in the series “Hot Topics 2”) #1. What does God’s Word say about ________? A. Psalm 139:13-16 B. Three truths involving the time before you were born 1. ___________________________ 2. _______________________ 3. ___________________________________ C. Six Biblical truths about the unborn 1. The unborn are called ____________ in the Bible (Luke 1:41; 2:12) 2. The unborn are a ________________________ (Psalm 139:13) 3. If an unborn baby is ___________, it is protected by ___________________ __________________ used to protect a child or adult (Exodus 21:22-23) 4. Unborn children possess ____________________________________ (Luke 1:41; Psalm 51:5) 5. God knows the unborn ___________________________________ (Psalm 139:15-16) 6. The unborn are ___________________ even before birth (Isaiah 49:1; Galatians 1:15) #2. What does God’s Word say about ____________? A. 1 Corinthians 6:19—“_______________________________; you were bought at a price.” B. Proverbs 6:17—“The Lord hates… hands that ___________________________.” #3. What does God’s Word say about _____________________? A. Psalm 51:1-2— _______________________ B. Psalm 51:3-4a— _____________________________ C. Psalm 51:7-10— _______________________________________________ D. Psalm 51:13— ________________________________________ Three Things You Can Do Regarding The Abortion Issue: 1. You can do something ________________ 2. You can do something __________________ 3. You can do something ____________________ For more information or support: www.lutheransforlife.org www.nlfs.org (New Life Family Services) www.abortionrecoveryinternational.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101010%20ABORTION.mp3 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:20:42 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Homosexuality” 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 (Part one in the series “Hot Topics 2”) #1. _______________________ John 3:16—“God so loved __________________ that He gave His one and only Son, that ______________ believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” #2. ____________________________________ A. Leviticus 18:22; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10—“Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor ________________ _________________… will inherit the kingdom of God.” B. Potential questions: 1. When you call homosexuality a sin, _____________________? (Matthew 7:1) 2. Is homosexuality _____________________________? (Luke 12:10) 3. Is homosexuality __________________________________? #3. ______________________________ A. Psalm 51:5—“Surely I was __________________________, sinful from the time my mother ___________________ me.” B. Romans 1:26-27—“God gave them over to shameful lusts. Even their women ________________ natural relations for unnatural ones. In the same way the men also _________________ natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another. Men committed indecent acts with other men.” C. Two foundations on which moral choices are made: 1. ________________________________? 2. _______________________________? D. Question: If homosexuality is inborn, __________________________________? Answer: There are _______________________________________________ E. Statement: You’re just being homophobic! Answer: There’s a big difference between ____________________________ and __________________! (Leviticus 18:26-28) #4. ________________________ A. Potential questions: 1. Is there a record of anyone _______________________ from homosexuality? 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 11—“You were __________, you were ____________, you ______________ were in the name of the Lord Jesus.” 2. If homosexuality is wrong, ____________________________________ when you become a Christian? Matthew 19:26—“With _________ all things _______________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Hot Topics 2” “Homosexuality” 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 (Part one in the series “Hot Topics 2”) #1. _______________________ John 3:16—“God so loved __________________ that He gave His one and only Son, that ______________ believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” #2. ____________________________________ A. Leviticus 18:22; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10—“Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor ________________ _________________… will inherit the kingdom of God.” B. Potential questions: 1. When you call homosexuality a sin, _____________________? (Matthew 7:1) 2. Is homosexuality _____________________________? (Luke 12:10) 3. Is homosexuality __________________________________? #3. ______________________________ A. Psalm 51:5—“Surely I was __________________________, sinful from the time my mother ___________________ me.” B. Romans 1:26-27—“God gave them over to shameful lusts. Even their women ________________ natural relations for unnatural ones. In the same way the men also _________________ natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another. Men committed indecent acts with other men.” C. Two foundations on which moral choices are made: 1. ________________________________? 2. _______________________________? D. Question: If homosexuality is inborn, __________________________________? Answer: There are _______________________________________________ E. Statement: You’re just being homophobic! Answer: There’s a big difference between ____________________________ and __________________! (Leviticus 18:26-28) #4. ________________________ A. Potential questions: 1. Is there a record of anyone _______________________ from homosexuality? 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 11—“You were __________, you were ____________, you ______________ were in the name of the Lord Jesus.” 2. If homosexuality is wrong, ____________________________________ when you become a Christian? Matthew 19:26—“With _________ all things _______________________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20101003%20HOMOSEXUALITY.mp3 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:45 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “It Takes Courage” 2 Timothy 1:7 (Part four in the series “Making A Difference In Our World”) I. Three Ways By Which You Can Develop Courage A. You show courage by ________________________________ 1. Romans 3:23; Psalm 41:4—“O Lord, have mercy on me; heal me for I have _______________ against You.” 2. 1 John 1:8—“If we claim to be ______________________, we ____________ ourselves and the truth is not in us.” 3. Proverbs 28:13—“He who __________________________ does not prosper.” B. You show courage by _____________________________________ 1. 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT) —“Stay ________ to what you believe. Be ________________. Be ____________.” 2. Ezekiel 3:18—“When… you do not warn (a wicked man) or speak out to dissuade him from his evil ways in order to save his life, that wicked man will die for his sin, and I will ________________________________ for his blood.” 3. You have to __________________________ 4. Psalm 119:41-43—“May Your unfailing ________ come to me, O Lord… then I will answer the one who taunts me, for I trust in Your ________. Do not snatch snatch the word of __________from my mouth, for I have put my hope in Your laws.” C. You show courage by _____________________________ 1. 2 Timothy 1:7-8—“God did not give us a spirit of _____________, but of ___________.... So _________________________ to testify about our Lord.” 2. You don’t ___________ people into heaven, you ________ them into heaven. II. Three Keys Elements To Help Boost Your Courage A. _____________________________ Ephesians 6:20—“Pray that I may declare (the Gospel) __________________, as I should.” B. _______________________________ Joshua 1:8-9—“Be strong and __________________. Do not be terrified; do not be ____________________, for the Lord your God __________________ ________ wherever you go.” C. ______________________________________ James 5:8—“_____________________, because the Lord’s coming is near.” Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Making A Difference In Our World” “It Takes Courage” 2 Timothy 1:7 (Part four in the series “Making A Difference In Our World”) I. Three Ways By Which You Can Develop Courage A. You show courage by ________________________________ 1. Romans 3:23; Psalm 41:4—“O Lord, have mercy on me; heal me for I have _______________ against You.” 2. 1 John 1:8—“If we claim to be ______________________, we ____________ ourselves and the truth is not in us.” 3. Proverbs 28:13—“He who __________________________ does not prosper.” B. You show courage by _____________________________________ 1. 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT) —“Stay ________ to what you believe. Be ________________. Be ____________.” 2. Ezekiel 3:18—“When… you do not warn (a wicked man) or speak out to dissuade him from his evil ways in order to save his life, that wicked man will die for his sin, and I will ________________________________ for his blood.” 3. You have to __________________________ 4. Psalm 119:41-43—“May Your unfailing ________ come to me, O Lord… then I will answer the one who taunts me, for I trust in Your ________. Do not snatch snatch the word of __________from my mouth, for I have put my hope in Your laws.” C. You show courage by _____________________________ 1. 2 Timothy 1:7-8—“God did not give us a spirit of _____________, but of ___________.... So _________________________ to testify about our Lord.” 2. You don’t ___________ people into heaven, you ________ them into heaven. II. Three Keys Elements To Help Boost Your Courage A. _____________________________ Ephesians 6:20—“Pray that I may declare (the Gospel) __________________, as I should.” B. _______________________________ Joshua 1:8-9—“Be strong and __________________. Do not be terrified; do not be ____________________, for the Lord your God __________________ ________ wherever you go.” C. ______________________________________ James 5:8—“_____________________, because the Lord’s coming is near.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100926%20COURAGE.mp3 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:54 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “It Takes Passion” Mark 12:30-31 (Part three in the series “Making A Difference In Our World”) Intro: Mark 12:30-31; Colossians 3:23—“__________________________, work at it with ________________________, as working for the Lord.” Romans 12:11—“Never be lacking in ___________, but __________ your spiritual fervor.” Seven Passion-Killers: 1. ___________________________ Isaiah 49:4—“I have labored to __________________; I have spent my strength in __________ and ______________________.” 2. ______________________________ 1 Corinthians 7:17—“Each one should retain the place in life that the Lord ________________ to him and to which God has ______________ him.” 3. ________________________________ 1 Timothy 4:7-8—“Train yourself to be ________. For physical training is of some value, but __________________ has value for ________________________.” 4. ______________________________ Psalm 34:4,6—“My guilt has _________________________ me like a burden _____________________________ … I am bowed down and brought very low.” (1 John 1:9) 5. ______________________________ Three passion-killing emotions: _______________________________________ (Job 5:2; Job 18:4) 6. _________________________________ Proverbs 27:17—“As iron sharpens iron, so _____________________________ _______________.” 7. ________________________________ Colossians 2:6-7—“Just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, ______________ _______________________, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught….” Pastor John Zahrte It Takes Passion - Part three in the series “Making A Difference In Our World” “It Takes Passion” Mark 12:30-31 (Part three in the series “Making A Difference In Our World”) Intro: Mark 12:30-31; Colossians 3:23—“__________________________, work at it with ________________________, as working for the Lord.” Romans 12:11—“Never be lacking in ___________, but __________ your spiritual fervor.” Seven Passion-Killers: 1. ___________________________ Isaiah 49:4—“I have labored to __________________; I have spent my strength in __________ and ______________________.” 2. ______________________________ 1 Corinthians 7:17—“Each one should retain the place in life that the Lord ________________ to him and to which God has ______________ him.” 3. ________________________________ 1 Timothy 4:7-8—“Train yourself to be ________. For physical training is of some value, but __________________ has value for ________________________.” 4. ______________________________ Psalm 34:4,6—“My guilt has _________________________ me like a burden _____________________________ … I am bowed down and brought very low.” (1 John 1:9) 5. ______________________________ Three passion-killing emotions: _______________________________________ (Job 5:2; Job 18:4) 6. _________________________________ Proverbs 27:17—“As iron sharpens iron, so _____________________________ _______________.” 7. ________________________________ Colossians 2:6-7—“Just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, ______________ _______________________, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught….” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100919%20PASSION.mp3 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:20:14 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Prejudice” Acts 15:1-11 (Part three in the series “Hot Topics”) Intro: Prejudice is an ___________________________________ or ______________ formed before, and without knowledge or examination of _______________ Acts 15:1—The attitude that lies behind all prejudice: ______________________ ________________________? I. __________________________ A. Acts 15:2-3 B. Two things to do: 1. _____________________________________ (Titus 2:14) 2. ________________________________________________ II. _______________________ A. Acts 15:4 B. Prejudice isn’t solved when you _________________ people, but rather when you _______________ people III. _________________________ A. Acts 15:7 B. Before you can _______________________ of prejudice, you have to be willing to ________________________________ (Acts 10:34-35) C. God wants you to take the lead… 1. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________ 3. ___________________________ IV. ____________________________ A. Acts 15:19 B. Two ways to break through feelings of prejudice: 1. ____________________ (Genesis 11:1-9) - the end result = ___________ 2. ____________________ - the end result = _____________ (Ephesians 2:14) C. John 3:16; Romans 5:1 V. ___________________________ A. Acts 15:20 B. Sharing _________________ isn’t being prejudiced—it’s being ______________ VI. __________________________________ A. Acts 15:31 B. Romans 14:19—“Let us… make every effort to do what ____________________ and to mutual edification.” Pastor John Zahrte Prejudice - Part three in the series “Hot Topics” “Prejudice” Acts 15:1-11 (Part three in the series “Hot Topics”) Intro: Prejudice is an ___________________________________ or ______________ formed before, and without knowledge or examination of _______________ Acts 15:1—The attitude that lies behind all prejudice: ______________________ ________________________? I. __________________________ A. Acts 15:2-3 B. Two things to do: 1. _____________________________________ (Titus 2:14) 2. ________________________________________________ II. _______________________ A. Acts 15:4 B. Prejudice isn’t solved when you _________________ people, but rather when you _______________ people III. _________________________ A. Acts 15:7 B. Before you can _______________________ of prejudice, you have to be willing to ________________________________ (Acts 10:34-35) C. God wants you to take the lead… 1. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________ 3. ___________________________ IV. ____________________________ A. Acts 15:19 B. Two ways to break through feelings of prejudice: 1. ____________________ (Genesis 11:1-9) - the end result = ___________ 2. ____________________ - the end result = _____________ (Ephesians 2:14) C. John 3:16; Romans 5:1 V. ___________________________ A. Acts 15:20 B. Sharing _________________ isn’t being prejudiced—it’s being ______________ VI. __________________________________ A. Acts 15:31 B. Romans 14:19—“Let us… make every effort to do what ____________________ and to mutual edification.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100829%20PREJUDICE.mp3 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:27 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Divorce” Matthew 19:4-5 (Part two in the series “Hot Topics”) #1. Is divorce ________________________________________? A. Deuteronomy 24:1 B. Answer: _________________________________________ #2. __________________________________ about divorce? A. Malachi 2:14-16a B. Answer: ___________________________ Why? 1. It’s a breaking of faith between ____________________ 2. It’s a breaking of faith between a _______________________________ 3. It’s a breaking of faith between ________________________________ #3. Is divorce ____________? A. Matthew 19:4-5, 7-8 B. Answer: _________________________________ C. Matthew 19:9—Why is divorce “permitted”? ____________________________ #4. What if I’m _______________________________________? A. 1 Corinthians 7:12 B. Answer: ________________________ #5. What if the ___________________________________________? A. 1 Corinthians 7:15 B. Answer: You are __________________________ #6. What can ______________________________________ A. Focus _______________________ (Philippians 2:3) B. Focus ____________________ #7. Why would God want two people to stay together if they _______________________ _______________________________? A. 1 John 2:11 B. Answer: Stop and ____________________________________________ #8. What do you do with the feelings of: ______________________________________? A. Proverbs 3:5 B. Answer: If you really believe God wants you to be happy, ___________________ ____________________________________ for you #9. Can God _______________________________________? A. Romans 3:23 B. Answer: God extends to us ___________________________________ C. Micah 7:18-19 Pastor John Zahrte Divorce - Part two in the series “Hot Topics” “Divorce” Matthew 19:4-5 (Part two in the series “Hot Topics”) #1. Is divorce ________________________________________? A. Deuteronomy 24:1 B. Answer: _________________________________________ #2. __________________________________ about divorce? A. Malachi 2:14-16a B. Answer: ___________________________ Why? 1. It’s a breaking of faith between ____________________ 2. It’s a breaking of faith between a _______________________________ 3. It’s a breaking of faith between ________________________________ #3. Is divorce ____________? A. Matthew 19:4-5, 7-8 B. Answer: _________________________________ C. Matthew 19:9—Why is divorce “permitted”? ____________________________ #4. What if I’m _______________________________________? A. 1 Corinthians 7:12 B. Answer: ________________________ #5. What if the ___________________________________________? A. 1 Corinthians 7:15 B. Answer: You are __________________________ #6. What can ______________________________________ A. Focus _______________________ (Philippians 2:3) B. Focus ____________________ #7. Why would God want two people to stay together if they _______________________ _______________________________? A. 1 John 2:11 B. Answer: Stop and ____________________________________________ #8. What do you do with the feelings of: ______________________________________? A. Proverbs 3:5 B. Answer: If you really believe God wants you to be happy, ___________________ ____________________________________ for you #9. Can God _______________________________________? A. Romans 3:23 B. Answer: God extends to us ___________________________________ C. Micah 7:18-19 http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100822%20DIVORCE.mp3 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:26:28 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Knowing Right From Wrong” Hebrews 4:12 (Part one in the series “Hot Topics”) Intro: Hebrews 4:12—“For the Word of God is living and active and sharper than any double edged sword. It penetrates even to the dividing of soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It _________ the ____________ and _____________ of the heart.” I. Nine Questions: #1. Does the Bible __________________________ to this activity? A. Psalm 119:105—“Your Word is a ______ to my feet and a ________ for my path.” B. Gambling—1 Timothy 6:10; Drinking—Ephesians 5:18; Proverbs 23:29-35) #2. Does it give _________________________________? 1 Thessalonians 5:22; Ephesians 5:3—“But among you there must _________ ____________________ of… any kind of __________.” #3. Does it cause me to ____________________________________________? 1 Corinthians 15:33; Psalm 1:1 #4. Does it __________________________? 1 Corinthians 6:12—“‘Everything is permissible for me’—but not everything is beneficial. ‘Everything is permissible for me’—but ______________________ _______________________________.” #5. Does it __________________________? 1 Corinthians 6:19 #6. Does it ____________________________________________________? 1 Corinthians 8:9—“Be careful, however, that the exercise of your freedom does not become a _______________________ to the weak.” #7. Is it being _______________________________? Romans 14:23 #8. Is it _________________________? Romans 13:1 #9. Does it ______________________________________? Philippians 1:20 II. Three Requests: A. Ask God to ____________________ B. Ask God to __________________________ C. Ask God to _________________________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Knowing Right From Wrong - Part one in the series “Hot Topics” “Knowing Right From Wrong” Hebrews 4:12 (Part one in the series “Hot Topics”) Intro: Hebrews 4:12—“For the Word of God is living and active and sharper than any double edged sword. It penetrates even to the dividing of soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It _________ the ____________ and _____________ of the heart.” I. Nine Questions: #1. Does the Bible __________________________ to this activity? A. Psalm 119:105—“Your Word is a ______ to my feet and a ________ for my path.” B. Gambling—1 Timothy 6:10; Drinking—Ephesians 5:18; Proverbs 23:29-35) #2. Does it give _________________________________? 1 Thessalonians 5:22; Ephesians 5:3—“But among you there must _________ ____________________ of… any kind of __________.” #3. Does it cause me to ____________________________________________? 1 Corinthians 15:33; Psalm 1:1 #4. Does it __________________________? 1 Corinthians 6:12—“‘Everything is permissible for me’—but not everything is beneficial. ‘Everything is permissible for me’—but ______________________ _______________________________.” #5. Does it __________________________? 1 Corinthians 6:19 #6. Does it ____________________________________________________? 1 Corinthians 8:9—“Be careful, however, that the exercise of your freedom does not become a _______________________ to the weak.” #7. Is it being _______________________________? Romans 14:23 #8. Is it _________________________? Romans 13:1 #9. Does it ______________________________________? Philippians 1:20 II. Three Requests: A. Ask God to ____________________ B. Ask God to __________________________ C. Ask God to _________________________________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100815%20RIGHT.mp3 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:24:21 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor Pastor Russ Troester No outline provided. Pastor Russ Troester Out of Control Guest Pastor Pastor Russ Troester No outline provided. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100808%20CONTROL.mp3 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:59 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor Rev. Don Taylor No outline provided. Rev. Don Taylor Lord, Make My Heart and Mind a Pleasing Gift to You Guest Pastor Rev. Don Taylor No outline provided. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100801%20PLEA.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:13:18 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Getting A Grip On Your Schedule” Galatians 5:22-23 Intro: Two reasons why so few people enjoy being “out of control” 1. We are _____________________________________________________ 2. We are ___________________________________________________ I. The _________________________ Category A. Matthew 16:26—“What good will it be for a man if he ______________________, yet forfeits his _________?” B. The way out of this imbalance is through ________________________________ C. Galatians 5:22-23—“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and ______________.” D. Two things to do when out of balance: 1. __________________________________ 2. __________________________________ II. The ____________________________ Category Building a relationship with God requires several things: 1. ____________ 2. ___________ 3. ___________ III. The __________________________ Category A. Jesus is to be ___________________________ of your life B. Micah 7:18-19—“Who is a God like You, who pardons sin…? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy. You will again have compassion on us; You will tread our sins _______________ and hurl all our ______________ into the __________________________.” C. Philippians 2:5—“Your attitude should be the ________ as that of Christ Jesus.” D. Jesus deserves to be the __________ of your life! Homework: 1. _________________________________________ 2. _________________________________________ 3. _____________________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Getting A Grip On Your Schedule “Getting A Grip On Your Schedule” Galatians 5:22-23 Intro: Two reasons why so few people enjoy being “out of control” 1. We are _____________________________________________________ 2. We are ___________________________________________________ I. The _________________________ Category A. Matthew 16:26—“What good will it be for a man if he ______________________, yet forfeits his _________?” B. The way out of this imbalance is through ________________________________ C. Galatians 5:22-23—“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and ______________.” D. Two things to do when out of balance: 1. __________________________________ 2. __________________________________ II. The ____________________________ Category Building a relationship with God requires several things: 1. ____________ 2. ___________ 3. ___________ III. The __________________________ Category A. Jesus is to be ___________________________ of your life B. Micah 7:18-19—“Who is a God like You, who pardons sin…? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy. You will again have compassion on us; You will tread our sins _______________ and hurl all our ______________ into the __________________________.” C. Philippians 2:5—“Your attitude should be the ________ as that of Christ Jesus.” D. Jesus deserves to be the __________ of your life! Homework: 1. _________________________________________ 2. _________________________________________ 3. _____________________________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100725%20SCHEDULE.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:39 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor Rev. Bruce Frederickson No outline provided. Rev Bruce Frederickson Keeping the Main Thing the Main Thing Guest Pastor Rev. Bruce Frederickson No outline provided. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100718%20MAIN.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:18:08 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Go Cycle” Guest Pastor: Rev. Dave Larson “A church that is not ‘the church in mission’ is no church at all.” –Lesslie Newbigin, The Open Secret Part 1 – We Are Called By God By the sheer grace and love of God, we are delivered from death and given life Colossians 1:13-14 (NIV): “For He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” 1 Peter 2:9-10 (NIV): “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light. Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.” Part 2 – We Are Given the authority, or right, by God to Go The right, or authority, to speak the Gospel begins with the authority that Jesus had Matthew 7:28-29 (NIV): “When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed at His teaching, because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their teachers of the law.” Our authority to preach Jesus Christ and the necessary change of life allegiances is rooted solely in the all-powerful God–Jesus Christ. John 20:19-23 (NIV): “On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After He said this, He showed them His hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent Me, I am sending you.” And with that He breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.” ” Part 3 - We Go Understanding the culture is absolutely critical 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 (NIV): “Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), so as to win those under the law. To those not having the law I became like one not having the law (though I am not free from God's law but am under Christ's law), so as to win those not having the law. To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings.” Speak God’s Word in all its truth with love, gentleness, and respect 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 (NIV): “All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting men's sins against them. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us.” 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV): “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” Understand that the goal is a life transformation Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV): “Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”” Ephesians 2:1-10 (NIV): “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our sinful nature and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature objects of wrath. But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages He might show the incomparable riches of His grace, expressed in His kindness to us in Christ Jesus. For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Part 4 – They Do Parts 1-3 Evangelism is organic in nature: disciples make disciples, who make disciples, who make disciples, who make disciples, who make disciples, who make disciples . . . Notes: Every single Christian, at every single moment of their life, is in mission. Rev. Dave Larson Every single Christian, at every single moment of their life, is in mission. “The Go Cycle” Guest Pastor: Rev. Dave Larson “A church that is not ‘the church in mission’ is no church at all.” –Lesslie Newbigin, The Open Secret Part 1 – We Are Called By God Part 2 – We Are Given the authority, or right, by God to Go Part 3 - We Go Part 4 – They Do Parts 1-3 http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100711%20GO.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:19:14 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “True Freedom In Christ” John 8:31-32 Intro: John 8:31-32—“If you hold to My teaching… you will know the truth, and _______ _________________________________.” John 8:34—“I tell you the truth, everyone who ______ is a _________________.” Real Freedom 1. _________________________________________ Roman 6:18—“You have been ________________ from your sin.” 2. ____________________________________________________ Romans 6:12—“Do not let sin __________... so that you ________ its _________ desires.” I. If You Want To Be Free In Christ, _________________________________________ A. ______________________________________________________ Psalm 32:5—“I said, ‘I will __________________________________ to the Lord’ — and He forgave the guilt of my sin.” B. ________________________________________________ Romans 12:18—“As far as it depends on you, ________________________ with everyone.” C. ________________________________________ 2 Corinthians 5:21—“God made (Jesus) who had no sin ____________________ _________ so that in Him we might become the ___________________ of God.” II. If You Want To Be Free In Christ, You Need To _____________________________ _________________ A. Revelation 3:20—“Here I am. I stand at the door and knock. If anyone _________ _________________ and ______________________, I will come in and eat with him, and he with Me.” B. One way to become intimate with God is through _________________________ III. If You Want To Be Free In Christ, _______________________________ 1 John 3:18-19—“Let us not love with words and tongue but with _____________ _________________.” Pastor John Zahrte True Freedom In Christ “True Freedom In Christ” John 8:31-32 Intro: John 8:31-32—“If you hold to My teaching… you will know the truth, and _______ _________________________________.” John 8:34—“I tell you the truth, everyone who ______ is a _________________.” Real Freedom 1. _________________________________________ Roman 6:18—“You have been ________________ from your sin.” 2. ____________________________________________________ Romans 6:12—“Do not let sin __________... so that you ________ its _________ desires.” I. If You Want To Be Free In Christ, _________________________________________ A. ______________________________________________________ Psalm 32:5—“I said, ‘I will __________________________________ to the Lord’ — and He forgave the guilt of my sin.” B. ________________________________________________ Romans 12:18—“As far as it depends on you, ________________________ with everyone.” C. ________________________________________ 2 Corinthians 5:21—“God made (Jesus) who had no sin ____________________ _________ so that in Him we might become the ___________________ of God.” II. If You Want To Be Free In Christ, You Need To _____________________________ _________________ A. Revelation 3:20—“Here I am. I stand at the door and knock. If anyone _________ _________________ and ______________________, I will come in and eat with him, and he with Me.” B. One way to become intimate with God is through _________________________ III. If You Want To Be Free In Christ, _______________________________ 1 John 3:18-19—“Let us not love with words and tongue but with _____________ _________________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100704%20FREEDOM.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:33 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Barriers To Spiritual Growth” John 1:12 I. ____________________! A. The barrier: either an ________________ or __________________ issue B. Four Steps: 1. ________________________________ (Matthew 7:7) 2. ___________________________ (Acts 17:11) 3. ______________________________________ (Jeremiah 29:13) 4. ___________________________ (Luke 19:10NLT) C. 1 Peter 3:15—“Always ___________________________________________ to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” II. ______________________________! A. The barrier: a ___________ issue B. God gives us standards to _____________ our potential and ____________ us from our own self-destructive behavior III. _____________________________________! A. The barrier: an _____________________ issue B. The key to understanding what __________________ is saying is to understand what _______ is saying C. Your own personal motives and desires can _____________________________ ________________________ IV. ___________________________________________! A. The barrier: an ___________ issue B. John 1:12—“To those who ____________ in His name, to all who ____________ Him, He gave the right to ____________the children of God.” A Spiritual Growth Equation: Believe = _________________________ Receive = __________________ Become = ________________________ God will give you the ___________ to believe, the __________ to receive and the _____________ to become! Pastor John Zahrte Barriers To Spiritual Growth “Barriers To Spiritual Growth” John 1:12 I. ____________________! A. The barrier: either an ________________ or __________________ issue B. Four Steps: 1. ________________________________ (Matthew 7:7) 2. ___________________________ (Acts 17:11) 3. ______________________________________ (Jeremiah 29:13) 4. ___________________________ (Luke 19:10NLT) C. 1 Peter 3:15—“Always ___________________________________________ to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” II. ______________________________! A. The barrier: a ___________ issue B. God gives us standards to _____________ our potential and ____________ us from our own self-destructive behavior III. _____________________________________! A. The barrier: an _____________________ issue B. The key to understanding what __________________ is saying is to understand what _______ is saying C. Your own personal motives and desires can _____________________________ ________________________ IV. ___________________________________________! A. The barrier: an ___________ issue B. John 1:12—“To those who ____________ in His name, to all who ____________ Him, He gave the right to ____________the children of God.” A Spiritual Growth Equation: Believe = _________________________ Receive = __________________ Become = ________________________ God will give you the ___________ to believe, the __________ to receive and the _____________ to become! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100627%20BARRIERS.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:49 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ Guest Pastor No Sermon Outline Available. Guest Pastor Now That Faith Has Come Guest Pastor No Sermon Outline Available. http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100620%20FAITH.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:20:36 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “What To Do When Kids Go Wrong” Luke 15:11-24 (Part four in the series “Strengthening Your Family”) Stage #1 = _____________________ A. Luke 15:12—“Father, ________________________________ of the estate.” (Luke 15:13) B. What do you do as a parent? 1. You ___________________ 2. You _____________________________________________ (Proverbs 20:30TEV—“Sometimes it takes a _________________________ to make us change our ways.”) 3. You ________________________________________ of their choices (Luke 15:14-16; Job 4:8—“Those who sow trouble _______________.”) C. Common feelings the son’s parents probably experienced: 1. They probably felt __________ 2. They probably felt __________________ 3, They probably felt __________ Stage #2 = ______________________ A. Luke 15:17-19—Two important steps: 1. ___________ 2. ___________________ B. What do you do as a parent? 1. You _________ 2. You ________________________________ 3. You ______________________ Stage #3 = ______________________ A. Luke 15:20 B. What do you do as a parent? 1. You ________________________________ 2. You _____________________________________ (Luke 15:21—“Father, I have ___________ against heaven and against you. I am ___________________________ to be called your son.” 3. You ________________________________ (Luke 15:22-24) C. Romans 3:23—“All have __________ and ______________ of the glory of God.” Ephesians 1:7—“In (Jesus) we have redemption, the ______________________, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” D. Advice for parents: give your ___________________ Advice for kids: everything you do ___________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Strengthening Your Family” “What To Do When Kids Go Wrong” Luke 15:11-24 (Part four in the series “Strengthening Your Family”) Stage #1 = _____________________ A. Luke 15:12—“Father, ________________________________ of the estate.” (Luke 15:13) B. What do you do as a parent? 1. You ___________________ 2. You _____________________________________________ (Proverbs 20:30TEV—“Sometimes it takes a _________________________ to make us change our ways.”) 3. You ________________________________________ of their choices (Luke 15:14-16; Job 4:8—“Those who sow trouble _______________.”) C. Common feelings the son’s parents probably experienced: 1. They probably felt __________ 2. They probably felt __________________ 3, They probably felt __________ Stage #2 = ______________________ A. Luke 15:17-19—Two important steps: 1. ___________ 2. ___________________ B. What do you do as a parent? 1. You _________ 2. You ________________________________ 3. You ______________________ Stage #3 = ______________________ A. Luke 15:20 B. What do you do as a parent? 1. You ________________________________ 2. You _____________________________________ (Luke 15:21—“Father, I have ___________ against heaven and against you. I am ___________________________ to be called your son.” 3. You ________________________________ (Luke 15:22-24) C. Romans 3:23—“All have __________ and ______________ of the glory of God.” Ephesians 1:7—“In (Jesus) we have redemption, the ______________________, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” D. Advice for parents: give your ___________________ Advice for kids: everything you do ___________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100613%20KIDS.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:51 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “How To Conquer Conflict” Mark 3:25 (Part two in the series “Strengthening Your Family”) Intro: Mark 3:25—“If a ___________ is _______________ against itself, that house cannot ___________.” I. What Is The _____________ For Conflict? (James 4:1) II. How Should We ___________ To Conflict? Five Common Ways... #1. ______________ #2. ________________ #3. __________________ #4. __________________ #5. __________________ III. How Do We _______________ Conflict? Eight Steps… #1. You need to _______________________ (Romans 8:7; Galatians 5:22—“Those who ____________ to Christ Jesus have _________________ the sinful nature with its passions and desires.”) #2. ___________________ about the conflict (James 4:2—“You ____________ and you __________. You do not _________ because you do not ______________.”) #3. ________________ the problem (Matthew 7:3; 1 John 1:8) #4. Schedule a _____________________________ (Matthew 5:23-24) A. Choose the ____________________ B. Choose the ______________________ C. _________ before you meet #5. Establish some ______________________ A. Don’t _______________ B. Don’t _________________ C. Don’t ________________ D. Don’t __________________ E. Don’t ________________ F. Don’t ________________ G. Don’t ______________ In summary: attack the ___________, not __________________! #6. ______________________________ (Philippians 2:4-5, 8) #7. _______________________ (Proverbs 15:12—“A mocker ____________ correction; he will not ___________________________.”) #8. ___________________! (Galatians 6:9—“Let us not grow weary _____________ __________, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we ______________ _______.”) It is always more rewarding to ____________ a conflict than to ______________ a relationship! Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Strengthening Your Family” “How To Conquer Conflict” Mark 3:25 (Part two in the series “Strengthening Your Family”) Intro: Mark 3:25—“If a ___________ is _______________ against itself, that house cannot ___________.” I. What Is The _____________ For Conflict? (James 4:1) II. How Should We ___________ To Conflict? Five Common Ways... #1. ______________ #2. ________________ #3. __________________ #4. __________________ #5. __________________ III. How Do We _______________ Conflict? Eight Steps… #1. You need to _______________________ (Romans 8:7; Galatians 5:22—“Those who ____________ to Christ Jesus have _________________ the sinful nature with its passions and desires.”) #2. ___________________ about the conflict (James 4:2—“You ____________ and you __________. You do not _________ because you do not ______________.”) #3. ________________ the problem (Matthew 7:3; 1 John 1:8) #4. Schedule a _____________________________ (Matthew 5:23-24) A. Choose the ____________________ B. Choose the ______________________ C. _________ before you meet #5. Establish some ______________________ A. Don’t _______________ B. Don’t _________________ C. Don’t ________________ D. Don’t __________________ E. Don’t ________________ F. Don’t ________________ G. Don’t ______________ In summary: attack the ___________, not __________________! #6. ______________________________ (Philippians 2:4-5, 8) #7. _______________________ (Proverbs 15:12—“A mocker ____________ correction; he will not ___________________________.”) #8. ___________________! (Galatians 6:9—“Let us not grow weary _____________ __________, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we ______________ _______.”) It is always more rewarding to ____________ a conflict than to ______________ a relationship! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100530%20CONFLICT.mp3 Sun, 30 May 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:29 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “What’s A Family For?” Genesis 2:18,24 (Part one in the series “Strengthening Your Family”) Intro: Genesis 2:18,24 1. The family was _____________________ 2. ______________________________ and _____________________ are important elements of your life I. God Wants The Family To Be A ________________________________ A. Proverbs 14:26—“He who fears the Lord has a _______________________, and for his children __________________________.” B. Three common storms: 1. ________________ 2. ________________ (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10) 3. ________________ C. Respond with _________ (The 3 “H’s” are __________, ________, and __________) II. God Wants The Family To Be A _________________________________________ A. Ephesians 6:4—“Fathers, bring up (your children) in the ________________ and __________________ of the Lord.” B. Three things you learn in a family: 1. _______________________ 2. _______________________ 3. ______________ (Deuteronomy 6:6-7) C. Respond by _____________________________________________ III. God Wants The Family To Be A _____________________________ A. Respond by ___________________________________ B. Psalm 127:3—“Children are a __________ from (the Lord).” IV. God Wants The Family To Be A __________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 16:15; Acts 16:33—“The jailer... was filled with joy because he had come _________________________ — he and his ____________________.” B. Respond by ________________________________________ For Those Who Are Single: 1. _______________________________ the relatives you already do have 2. As a Christian, you are a __________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Strengthening Your Family” “What’s A Family For?” Genesis 2:18,24 (Part one in the series “Strengthening Your Family”) Intro: Genesis 2:18,24 1. The family was _____________________ 2. ______________________________ and _____________________ are important elements of your life I. God Wants The Family To Be A ________________________________ A. Proverbs 14:26—“He who fears the Lord has a _______________________, and for his children __________________________.” B. Three common storms: 1. ________________ 2. ________________ (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10) 3. ________________ C. Respond with _________ (The 3 “H’s” are __________, ________, and __________) II. God Wants The Family To Be A _________________________________________ A. Ephesians 6:4—“Fathers, bring up (your children) in the ________________ and __________________ of the Lord.” B. Three things you learn in a family: 1. _______________________ 2. _______________________ 3. ______________ (Deuteronomy 6:6-7) C. Respond by _____________________________________________ III. God Wants The Family To Be A _____________________________ A. Respond by ___________________________________ B. Psalm 127:3—“Children are a __________ from (the Lord).” IV. God Wants The Family To Be A __________________________________ A. 1 Corinthians 16:15; Acts 16:33—“The jailer... was filled with joy because he had come _________________________ — he and his ____________________.” B. Respond by ________________________________________ For Those Who Are Single: 1. _______________________________ the relatives you already do have 2. As a Christian, you are a __________________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100523%20FAMILY.mp3 Sun, 23 May 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:25:22 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Myths About Pain” James 1:2-4 (Part five in the series “Mythbusters”) MYTH #1 = If you ___________ your pain, it will __________________ MYTH #2 = It’s easier to ___________ problems than to _____________________ THE TRUTH = Pain is a __________ God uses for ___________ in your life (John 13:7) I. God Will Use Pain To ___________ You A. The “goad” means to ___________________ or to ________________________ B. Proverbs 20:30(TEV)—“Sometimes it can take a ___________________________ to make us change our ways.” (Luke 15:14, 16-18) II. God Will Use Pain To ___________ You A. Psalm 119:71—“It was _________ for me to be afflicted so that I might ________ ______________________.” B. Hebrews 12:7—“Endure __________________ as discipline; God is treating you as _______. For what son is not disciplined by his father?” III. God Will Use Pain To ____________ You A. Pain _______________________________ Isaiah 48:10—“See, I have refined you, though not as silver; I have _________ _______ in the furnace of affliction.” B. Pain __________________________________ James 1:2-3—“Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the ____________ of your faith develops ___________________.” C. Deuteronomy 8:2—“Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the desert these forty years… to ________ you in order to know ________________ _____________________.” IV. God Will Use Pain To ________ You A. Genesis 50:20—“You intended to _______ me, but God intended it for _______.” B. 1 Peter 4:19(TLB)—“If you are suffering according to God’s will, keep on doing _____________________ and _______________________ to the God who made you, for He will never ___________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Mythbusters” “Myths About Pain” James 1:2-4 (Part five in the series “Mythbusters”) MYTH #1 = If you ___________ your pain, it will __________________ MYTH #2 = It’s easier to ___________ problems than to _____________________ THE TRUTH = Pain is a __________ God uses for ___________ in your life (John 13:7) I. God Will Use Pain To ___________ You A. The “goad” means to ___________________ or to ________________________ B. Proverbs 20:30(TEV)—“Sometimes it can take a ___________________________ to make us change our ways.” (Luke 15:14, 16-18) II. God Will Use Pain To ___________ You A. Psalm 119:71—“It was _________ for me to be afflicted so that I might ________ ______________________.” B. Hebrews 12:7—“Endure __________________ as discipline; God is treating you as _______. For what son is not disciplined by his father?” III. God Will Use Pain To ____________ You A. Pain _______________________________ Isaiah 48:10—“See, I have refined you, though not as silver; I have _________ _______ in the furnace of affliction.” B. Pain __________________________________ James 1:2-3—“Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the ____________ of your faith develops ___________________.” C. Deuteronomy 8:2—“Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the desert these forty years… to ________ you in order to know ________________ _____________________.” IV. God Will Use Pain To ________ You A. Genesis 50:20—“You intended to _______ me, but God intended it for _______.” B. 1 Peter 4:19(TLB)—“If you are suffering according to God’s will, keep on doing _____________________ and _______________________ to the God who made you, for He will never ___________________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100502%20MYTHS5.mp3 Sun, 02 May 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:58 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Myths About Change” Philippians 1:6 (Part four in the series “Mythbusters”) THE MYTH = You can _____________________________! THE TRUTH = Change is often ________________________________! I. Six Phases Of Change A. ________________ 1. How you may feel in this phase: ______________________ 2. Deuteronomy 32:11—God is “like an eagle that _______________________.” B. ____________ 1. How you may feel in this phase: _________ 2. 2 Corinthians 7:10—“Godly sorrow brings __________________ that leads to _________________ and leaves no regret.” C. _______________ 1. Job 34:4—“Let us ______________... what is ____________.” 2. How you may feel in this phase: _____________ D. _________________________ 1. Romans 12:2—“...be __________________ by the renewing of your _______.” 2. How you may feel in this phase: ________________________________ 3. ______________ the truth and __________ the truth are two different things 4. James 1:22—“Do not merely listen to the Word, and so deceive yourselves. __________________________.” E. _________________ 1. James 2:17—“...faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by ____________, is ___________.” 2. True repentance also involves ______________________________________ 3. How you may feel in this phase: _____________________ F. _________________________________________ 1. Ephesians 4:22-23—“You were taught… to be made ________ in the __________________ of your minds.” 2. How you may feel in this phase: __________________________ II. Six Steps To Take A. Alert to ____________________ (Job 33:13-19) B. Accept ______________________ (Psalm 86:7; 31:7; Jonah 2:7) C. Ask for _______________________ (Isaiah 43:2) D. Apply ____________________ (2 Timothy 3:16) E. Anticipate ___________________ (Psalm 37:5) F. Adhere to _____________________ (Galatians 6:9) Philippians 1:6—“Be confident... that He who __________________________ in you will carry it on ________________________ until the day of Christ Jesus.” Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Mythbusters” “Myths About Change” Philippians 1:6 (Part four in the series “Mythbusters”) THE MYTH = You can _____________________________! THE TRUTH = Change is often ________________________________! I. Six Phases Of Change A. ________________ 1. How you may feel in this phase: ______________________ 2. Deuteronomy 32:11—God is “like an eagle that _______________________.” B. ____________ 1. How you may feel in this phase: _________ 2. 2 Corinthians 7:10—“Godly sorrow brings __________________ that leads to _________________ and leaves no regret.” C. _______________ 1. Job 34:4—“Let us ______________... what is ____________.” 2. How you may feel in this phase: _____________ D. _________________________ 1. Romans 12:2—“...be __________________ by the renewing of your _______.” 2. How you may feel in this phase: ________________________________ 3. ______________ the truth and __________ the truth are two different things 4. James 1:22—“Do not merely listen to the Word, and so deceive yourselves. __________________________.” E. _________________ 1. James 2:17—“...faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by ____________, is ___________.” 2. True repentance also involves ______________________________________ 3. How you may feel in this phase: _____________________ F. _________________________________________ 1. Ephesians 4:22-23—“You were taught… to be made ________ in the __________________ of your minds.” 2. How you may feel in this phase: __________________________ II. Six Steps To Take A. Alert to ____________________ (Job 33:13-19) B. Accept ______________________ (Psalm 86:7; 31:7; Jonah 2:7) C. Ask for _______________________ (Isaiah 43:2) D. Apply ____________________ (2 Timothy 3:16) E. Anticipate ___________________ (Psalm 37:5) F. Adhere to _____________________ (Galatians 6:9) Philippians 1:6—“Be confident... that He who __________________________ in you will carry it on ________________________ until the day of Christ Jesus.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100425%20MYTHS4.mp3 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:21:40 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Myths About God” Psalm 145:9 (Part three in the series “Mythbusters”) Intro: Jesus taught that the #1 way to think of God is to think of Him as a ___________ I. MYTH #1 = God is ___________________ Genesis 2:16-17; Genesis 3:1—“Did God really say that you must not eat from _________________ in the garden? TRUTH #1 = God is a ____________________ Father! A. Lamentations 3:22; Psalm 145:9—“The Lord is ________ to all; He has _________________ on all He has made.” B. Any time God says ______________, it’s because ____________________ C. Psalm 37:4—“Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you _____________ _____________________.” (1 Timothy 6:17) D. God loves to ________________ to you (John 16:24) E. Matthew 7:11—“If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven _______________ _________ to those who ask Him!” II. MYTH #2 = God is _______________ Genesis 3:3-5—Two phases of temptation: 1. __________ 2. __________________ 3. The result: ___________________ TRUTH #2 = God is a __________________ Father! A. James 1:17—“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father… who _______________________ like shifting shadows.” B. You can count on the fact that __________________________________ III. MYTH #3 = God is ___________________ TRUTH #3 = God is a ___________ Father! A. Matthew 10:29—“Are not __________________ sold for one penny? And yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.” (Matthew 10:30-31) B. John 14:23—“If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and _______________________ with him.” C. God is a ____________ Father (Matthew 6:31-32) IV. MYTH #4 = God is ________________ TRUTH #4 = God is a _____________ Father! A. 1 Corinthians 6:11—“You were ___________, you were _____________, you were _________________ in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.” B. Ephesians 1:7—“In (Jesus) we have redemption through His blood, the ___________________________, in accordance with the riches of _____________________.” Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Mythbusters” “Myths About God” Psalm 145:9 (Part three in the series “Mythbusters”) Intro: Jesus taught that the #1 way to think of God is to think of Him as a ___________ I. MYTH #1 = God is ___________________ Genesis 2:16-17; Genesis 3:1—“Did God really say that you must not eat from _________________ in the garden? TRUTH #1 = God is a ____________________ Father! A. Lamentations 3:22; Psalm 145:9—“The Lord is ________ to all; He has _________________ on all He has made.” B. Any time God says ______________, it’s because ____________________ C. Psalm 37:4—“Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you _____________ _____________________.” (1 Timothy 6:17) D. God loves to ________________ to you (John 16:24) E. Matthew 7:11—“If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven _______________ _________ to those who ask Him!” II. MYTH #2 = God is _______________ Genesis 3:3-5—Two phases of temptation: 1. __________ 2. __________________ 3. The result: ___________________ TRUTH #2 = God is a __________________ Father! A. James 1:17—“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father… who _______________________ like shifting shadows.” B. You can count on the fact that __________________________________ III. MYTH #3 = God is ___________________ TRUTH #3 = God is a ___________ Father! A. Matthew 10:29—“Are not __________________ sold for one penny? And yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.” (Matthew 10:30-31) B. John 14:23—“If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and _______________________ with him.” C. God is a ____________ Father (Matthew 6:31-32) IV. MYTH #4 = God is ________________ TRUTH #4 = God is a _____________ Father! A. 1 Corinthians 6:11—“You were ___________, you were _____________, you were _________________ in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.” B. Ephesians 1:7—“In (Jesus) we have redemption through His blood, the ___________________________, in accordance with the riches of _____________________.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100418%20MYTHS3.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:19 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Myth About What We Believe” 1 John 4:1 (Part two in the series “Mythbusters”) Intro: The Myth: It doesn’t matter ___________________________, as long as you are ______________ I. Five Truths #1. ___________________________ will determine ________________________ The problem: you beliefs determine how you act even when _________________ ____________________ #2. _________________ teaches many _________________________ 1 John 4:1—“Do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are __________, because many false prophets have gone out ______________.” #3. _____________________ can lead to emotional __________________________ John 8:32—“If you hold to My teaching… you will know _______________, and the truth will ___________________.” #4. ________________________ of absolute truth is ________ a. Two options: the ___________ or the _________ b. Luke 21:33—“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will _________ ________________.” (Numbers 23:19) #5. ________________________________ is the key to ____________________ Matthew 7:24—“Everyone who ________ these words of Mine and puts them into ______________ is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” II. Three Commitments #1. Commit to ____________ God’s truth 1. 2 Timothy 4:3-4—“The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from ______________ and turn aside to __________.” 2. Myths are _____________________ than the truth 3. 1 Timothy 4:7; 1 Timothy 3:15—“…the Church of the living God, the ________ and _________________ of the truth.” #2. Commit to __________ God’s truth 1. Ephesians 4:14-15 2. God’s truth isn’t just something you _________, it’s something you _____! #3. Commit to ____________ God’s truth 1. John 14:6 2. 2 Thessalonians 2:10—“They _________ because they refused to _________ ________________ and so be saved.” 3. The greatest truth about Jesus: _______________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Mythbusters” “The Myth About What We Believe” 1 John 4:1 (Part two in the series “Mythbusters”) Intro: The Myth: It doesn’t matter ___________________________, as long as you are ______________ I. Five Truths #1. ___________________________ will determine ________________________ The problem: you beliefs determine how you act even when _________________ ____________________ #2. _________________ teaches many _________________________ 1 John 4:1—“Do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are __________, because many false prophets have gone out ______________.” #3. _____________________ can lead to emotional __________________________ John 8:32—“If you hold to My teaching… you will know _______________, and the truth will ___________________.” #4. ________________________ of absolute truth is ________ a. Two options: the ___________ or the _________ b. Luke 21:33—“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will _________ ________________.” (Numbers 23:19) #5. ________________________________ is the key to ____________________ Matthew 7:24—“Everyone who ________ these words of Mine and puts them into ______________ is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” II. Three Commitments #1. Commit to ____________ God’s truth 1. 2 Timothy 4:3-4—“The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from ______________ and turn aside to __________.” 2. Myths are _____________________ than the truth 3. 1 Timothy 4:7; 1 Timothy 3:15—“…the Church of the living God, the ________ and _________________ of the truth.” #2. Commit to __________ God’s truth 1. Ephesians 4:14-15 2. God’s truth isn’t just something you _________, it’s something you _____! #3. Commit to ____________ God’s truth 1. John 14:6 2. 2 Thessalonians 2:10—“They _________ because they refused to _________ ________________ and so be saved.” 3. The greatest truth about Jesus: _______________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100411%20MYTHS2.mp3 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:30 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Myths About Jesus’ Resurrection” 1 Corinthians 15:13-14 (Part one in the series “Mythbusters”) CORE ISSUE #1: The __________________________ Opponents = ________________________________! But... 1. Their minds are _____________________ 2. The laws of nature just ___________________________________________ Opponents = The so-called “facts” are tainted by the __________________________ ________________ But… 1. Being a Christian doesn’t make you an _____________________________ 2. _________________________________ backed up the disciples’ claims 3. _______________________________ what the disciples wrote CORE ISSUE #2: The ______________________ Opponents = The women simply ______________________________! But… 1. This was not an __________________________ 2. We know the name of _____________________ 3. If the women went to the wrong tomb, you’d have to assume that ________ ______________________________________________ Opponents = If the body is missing, it’s obvious that somebody must’ve ___________ ______________________! But... 1. The Romans or Jews would’ve ________________________ 2. The disciples didn’t steal Jesus’ body because: a. It’d be _______________________ for them b. If the Roman soldiers were asleep, _____________________________? c. The disciples had ___________________________ CORE ISSUE #3: The ___________________________________ Opponents = Who are these __________________? But… Paul’s reference to the 500 was accompanied by a list of _________________ _____________________________ Opponents = Why can’t the witnesses _________________________________? But… These are really people seeing the ____________________ from ____________ perspectives Opponents = It’s not uncommon for stressed-out people to _________________ and ____________________________! But… 1. Hallucinations are ________________________ 2. The disciples were __________________________ Opponents = Jesus only appeared to _____________ after His resurrection! But… Two non-believers: 1. ______________ 2. ____________ Jesus’ resurrection doesn’t just prove that He’s alive, but that _______________ ______________________________________________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Mythbusters” “Myths About Jesus’ Resurrection” 1 Corinthians 15:13-14 (Part one in the series “Mythbusters”) CORE ISSUE #1: The __________________________ Opponents = ________________________________! But... 1. Their minds are _____________________ 2. The laws of nature just ___________________________________________ Opponents = The so-called “facts” are tainted by the __________________________ ________________ But… 1. Being a Christian doesn’t make you an _____________________________ 2. _________________________________ backed up the disciples’ claims 3. _______________________________ what the disciples wrote CORE ISSUE #2: The ______________________ Opponents = The women simply ______________________________! But… 1. This was not an __________________________ 2. We know the name of _____________________ 3. If the women went to the wrong tomb, you’d have to assume that ________ ______________________________________________ Opponents = If the body is missing, it’s obvious that somebody must’ve ___________ ______________________! But... 1. The Romans or Jews would’ve ________________________ 2. The disciples didn’t steal Jesus’ body because: a. It’d be _______________________ for them b. If the Roman soldiers were asleep, _____________________________? c. The disciples had ___________________________ CORE ISSUE #3: The ___________________________________ Opponents = Who are these __________________? But… Paul’s reference to the 500 was accompanied by a list of _________________ _____________________________ Opponents = Why can’t the witnesses _________________________________? But… These are really people seeing the ____________________ from ____________ perspectives Opponents = It’s not uncommon for stressed-out people to _________________ and ____________________________! But… 1. Hallucinations are ________________________ 2. The disciples were __________________________ Opponents = Jesus only appeared to _____________ after His resurrection! But… Two non-believers: 1. ______________ 2. ____________ Jesus’ resurrection doesn’t just prove that He’s alive, but that _______________ ______________________________________________________! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100404%20MYTHS1.mp3 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:06 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “It All Belongs To God” Psalm 23:6 (Part six in the series “Connecting With God”) I. ______________________________________ A. Psalm 145:20—“The Lord ____________________ all who love Him.” B. Psalm 23:6—“Surely ______________... will follow me all the days of my life.” C. Romans 8:28—“We know that __________________ God works for the good of _________________________, who have been called according to His purpose.” II. ____________________________________ A. Isaiah 60:10 (TLB)—“I will have ___________ on you through My _________.” B. Mercy is God’s _____________________ (Psalm 103:8-11) C. Psalm 23:6 (NKJV)—”Goodness and mercy shall follow me _________________ of my life.” III. _____________________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 5:1; John 11:25-26—“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will _________, even though he _______.” B. 2 Corinthians 5:8¬¬—“We live by faith, not by sight. We… would prefer to be away from _______________ and at ______________________________.” C. What is heaven like? 1. A place filled with people who _________ and __________________ Jesus in this life (Revelation 7:9) 2. A place of ________________ people (Revelation 7:14) 3. A place where there will be _______________________ (Revelation 7:17) 4. A place where people are thrilled by the _______________ and __________ of God 5. A place where we will have a ____________ and _______________ relationship with God and one another 6. A place where we give ___________ and ___________ to God Does everyone go to heaven? ________ If you were to die tonight how would you know for sure that heaven was going to be your final destination? One answer: _________________________________________ Two choices in life: you can either face the future… 1. _______________________ 2. ___________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part six in the series “Connecting With God” “It All Belongs To God” Psalm 23:6 (Part six in the series “Connecting With God”) I. ______________________________________ A. Psalm 145:20—“The Lord ____________________ all who love Him.” B. Psalm 23:6—“Surely ______________... will follow me all the days of my life.” C. Romans 8:28—“We know that __________________ God works for the good of _________________________, who have been called according to His purpose.” II. ____________________________________ A. Isaiah 60:10 (TLB)—“I will have ___________ on you through My _________.” B. Mercy is God’s _____________________ (Psalm 103:8-11) C. Psalm 23:6 (NKJV)—”Goodness and mercy shall follow me _________________ of my life.” III. _____________________________________ A. 2 Corinthians 5:1; John 11:25-26—“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will _________, even though he _______.” B. 2 Corinthians 5:8¬¬—“We live by faith, not by sight. We… would prefer to be away from _______________ and at ______________________________.” C. What is heaven like? 1. A place filled with people who _________ and __________________ Jesus in this life (Revelation 7:9) 2. A place of ________________ people (Revelation 7:14) 3. A place where there will be _______________________ (Revelation 7:17) 4. A place where people are thrilled by the _______________ and __________ of God 5. A place where we will have a ____________ and _______________ relationship with God and one another 6. A place where we give ___________ and ___________ to God Does everyone go to heaven? ________ If you were to die tonight how would you know for sure that heaven was going to be your final destination? One answer: _________________________________________ Two choices in life: you can either face the future… 1. _______________________ 2. ___________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100328%20CONNECT6.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:58 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Fighting Spiritually Fatal Attractions” Matthew 6:13 (Part five in the series “Connecting With God”) Intro: Genesis 3:6—“When the woman saw the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye and also desirable for wisdom, she _________________ and _____________.” Ephesians 6:12-13—“Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against… the ______________________________________ in the heavenly realms… Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand _______ ________________________.” I. 1 Corinthians 10:13a Observation #1 = __________________________ A. When you ______________ to temptation, you’re allowing yourself to be ______ ________________________ B. The most dangerous temptation is where the devil will try to _________________ __________________ from intimacy with God II. 1 Corinthians 10:13b Observation #2 = ____________________________ James 4:7—“___________ the devil and he will flee from you.” III. 1 Corinthians 10:13c Observation #3 = _____________________________________ Three Resources Against Temptation: A. _________ 1. Nehemiah 8:10—“The joy of the Lord is _______________________.” 2. A __________________ will almost always make you vulnerable to temptation B. _____________________________________________ 1. Hebrews 10:25—“Let us not give up _____________________________, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us _____________________________.” 2. In authentic churches, God’s _______________________ and _________ break through C. ____________________ (Ephesians 6:17) Bible help for some of life’s more common temptations: Anger—use Ephesians 4:32 Fear—use Joshua 1:9 Grumbling—use 1 Thessalonians 5:18 The enemy is strong, but _______________________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part five in the series “Connecting With God” “Fighting Spiritually Fatal Attractions” Matthew 6:13 (Part five in the series “Connecting With God”) Intro: Genesis 3:6—“When the woman saw the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye and also desirable for wisdom, she _________________ and _____________.” Ephesians 6:12-13—“Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against… the ______________________________________ in the heavenly realms… Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand _______ ________________________.” I. 1 Corinthians 10:13a Observation #1 = __________________________ A. When you ______________ to temptation, you’re allowing yourself to be ______ ________________________ B. The most dangerous temptation is where the devil will try to _________________ __________________ from intimacy with God II. 1 Corinthians 10:13b Observation #2 = ____________________________ James 4:7—“___________ the devil and he will flee from you.” III. 1 Corinthians 10:13c Observation #3 = _____________________________________ Three Resources Against Temptation: A. _________ 1. Nehemiah 8:10—“The joy of the Lord is _______________________.” 2. A __________________ will almost always make you vulnerable to temptation B. _____________________________________________ 1. Hebrews 10:25—“Let us not give up _____________________________, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us _____________________________.” 2. In authentic churches, God’s _______________________ and _________ break through C. ____________________ (Ephesians 6:17) Bible help for some of life’s more common temptations: Anger—use Ephesians 4:32 Fear—use Joshua 1:9 Grumbling—use 1 Thessalonians 5:18 The enemy is strong, but _______________________________! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100321%20CONNECT5.mp3 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:59 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Forgiven and Forgiving” Matthew 6:12 (Part four in the series “Connecting With God”) I. Why You Should Forgive A. _____________ reasons 1. Two truths about bitterness: a. ______________________________ b. ________________________________ 2. Proverbs 23:7—“For as a person ___________________________, so he is.” 3. Ephesians 4:32—“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving ___________________, just as in Christ God __________ you.” B. _______________ reasons C. ________________ reasons (Matthew 18:21-35) 1. Matthew 18:35—“This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you, unless __________________________________________________.” 2. Matthew 6:14-15—“If you forgive men, when they sin against you, Your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you ________________ men their sins, Your Father will _____________________________.” 3. When you refuse to forgive someone, you __________________________ II. How You Should Forgive A. ________________ steps 1. One of the best steps to take is to _____________________________ 2. Philippians 4:13—“I can do _________________ through (Christ) who gives me _______________.” B. ___________ steps 1. Review ______________________ 2. Think about ___________________________________ 3. Consider ___________________________ C. ______________ steps 1. Find an ________________________________ 2. ________________________ 3. Sit down and ____________________________________ Forgiveness is not ____________________________________ wrongdoing! You know when you’ve forgiven someone when you __________________________ ______________________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part four in the series “Connecting With God” “Forgiven and Forgiving” Matthew 6:12 (Part four in the series “Connecting With God”) I. Why You Should Forgive A. _____________ reasons 1. Two truths about bitterness: a. ______________________________ b. ________________________________ 2. Proverbs 23:7—“For as a person ___________________________, so he is.” 3. Ephesians 4:32—“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving ___________________, just as in Christ God __________ you.” B. _______________ reasons C. ________________ reasons (Matthew 18:21-35) 1. Matthew 18:35—“This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you, unless __________________________________________________.” 2. Matthew 6:14-15—“If you forgive men, when they sin against you, Your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you ________________ men their sins, Your Father will _____________________________.” 3. When you refuse to forgive someone, you __________________________ II. How You Should Forgive A. ________________ steps 1. One of the best steps to take is to _____________________________ 2. Philippians 4:13—“I can do _________________ through (Christ) who gives me _______________.” B. ___________ steps 1. Review ______________________ 2. Think about ___________________________________ 3. Consider ___________________________ C. ______________ steps 1. Find an ________________________________ 2. ________________________ 3. Sit down and ____________________________________ Forgiveness is not ____________________________________ wrongdoing! You know when you’ve forgiven someone when you __________________________ ______________________________! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100314%20CONNECT4.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:27 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “Learning Daily Dependence” Matthew 6:11 (Part three in the series “Connecting With God”) Intro: This petition is really a prayer of ____________________________ I. You Want To Pray With ________________, Not __________________ A. When you pray this petition, you should be thinking: _______________________ _________________________________________ B. Homework assignment: “Blessing Book”—write down whenever you see _______ ________________________________ and _____________________________ C. Ephesians 5:19-20—“Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, _________ _________________________________ the Father for ________________...” II. You Want To Pray For Your ___________, Not Your _____________ A. Luke 12:18—“I will tear down my barns and ___________________________, and there I will store _______ my grain and my goods.” B. The “trap of exclusion” = When you __________________________ you really should be praying about, but you don’t because __________________________ ______________________________ C. Philippians 4:6—“Do not be anxious about anything, but in _______________, by prayer and petition… _____________________________________.” III. You Want To Pray With An Attitude of _______________, Not __________________ A. The example of true submission: __________ B. When praying these words, it’s easy to get it __________________ and think God should be _____________________________________ C. Romans 12:2—“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what ______________ is—His _____________________________ will.” IV. You Want To Pray ________________, Not ________________ A. Worry is always ____________________________! B. Matthew 6:31-34—“Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat or what shall we drink or what shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and _________________________________________ as well.” C. Daily _______________ upon your heavenly Father _____________________! Pastor John Zahrte Part three in the series “Connecting With God” “Learning Daily Dependence” Matthew 6:11 (Part three in the series “Connecting With God”) Intro: This petition is really a prayer of ____________________________ I. You Want To Pray With ________________, Not __________________ A. When you pray this petition, you should be thinking: _______________________ _________________________________________ B. Homework assignment: “Blessing Book”—write down whenever you see _______ ________________________________ and _____________________________ C. Ephesians 5:19-20—“Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, _________ _________________________________ the Father for ________________...” II. You Want To Pray For Your ___________, Not Your _____________ A. Luke 12:18—“I will tear down my barns and ___________________________, and there I will store _______ my grain and my goods.” B. The “trap of exclusion” = When you __________________________ you really should be praying about, but you don’t because __________________________ ______________________________ C. Philippians 4:6—“Do not be anxious about anything, but in _______________, by prayer and petition… _____________________________________.” III. You Want To Pray With An Attitude of _______________, Not __________________ A. The example of true submission: __________ B. When praying these words, it’s easy to get it __________________ and think God should be _____________________________________ C. Romans 12:2—“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what ______________ is—His _____________________________ will.” IV. You Want To Pray ________________, Not ________________ A. Worry is always ____________________________! B. Matthew 6:31-34—“Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat or what shall we drink or what shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and _________________________________________ as well.” C. Daily _______________ upon your heavenly Father _____________________! http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100307%20CONNECT3.mp3 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:18:19 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Rule and Reality of God” Matthew 6:10 (Part two in the series “Connecting With God”) I. Biblical Images A. Revelation 7:16 = ______________________________________ B. Amos 9:13 = ________________________________________ C. Isaiah 2:4 = ________________________________________ D. Isaiah 11:6 = ____________________________________ E. Revelation 21:21 = _____________________________________________ F. Revelation 21:25 = ___________________ G. Revelation 21:3-4 = ________________________________ Ezekiel 11:19—“I will remove from them their ________________________ and will give them ____________________________.” II. The Reality of God’s Kingdom A. Mark 1:14-15—“Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. ‘The time has come,’ He said, ‘ _________________________________________.’” In Jesus, the kingdom of God is __________________________ B. It is possible for you to live in the ______________ and ____________ of God and to have Him ____________________________________ now III. Three Things For Which To Pray A. That the kingdom and will of God would come ___________________________ __________ Praying those words mean two things: 1. It means that ___________________________________ 2. It means you want to _____________________________________________ _____________________ B. That the kingdom and will of God would come ___________________________ ______________ John 6:40—“My Father’s will is that ________________ who ______________ _______________ and believes in Him shall have eternal life.” C. That the kingdom and will of God would come ___________________________ ________________ 1 Timothy 2:4—“(God) wants ______________________________ and come to a knowledge of the truth.” Pastor John Zahrte Part two in the series “Connecting With God” “The Rule and Reality of God” Matthew 6:10 (Part two in the series “Connecting With God”) I. Biblical Images A. Revelation 7:16 = ______________________________________ B. Amos 9:13 = ________________________________________ C. Isaiah 2:4 = ________________________________________ D. Isaiah 11:6 = ____________________________________ E. Revelation 21:21 = _____________________________________________ F. Revelation 21:25 = ___________________ G. Revelation 21:3-4 = ________________________________ Ezekiel 11:19—“I will remove from them their ________________________ and will give them ____________________________.” II. The Reality of God’s Kingdom A. Mark 1:14-15—“Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. ‘The time has come,’ He said, ‘ _________________________________________.’” In Jesus, the kingdom of God is __________________________ B. It is possible for you to live in the ______________ and ____________ of God and to have Him ____________________________________ now III. Three Things For Which To Pray A. That the kingdom and will of God would come ___________________________ __________ Praying those words mean two things: 1. It means that ___________________________________ 2. It means you want to _____________________________________________ _____________________ B. That the kingdom and will of God would come ___________________________ ______________ John 6:40—“My Father’s will is that ________________ who ______________ _______________ and believes in Him shall have eternal life.” C. That the kingdom and will of God would come ___________________________ ________________ 1 Timothy 2:4—“(God) wants ______________________________ and come to a knowledge of the truth.” http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100228%20CONNECT2.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:23:25 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ “The Who, Where and What of Prayer” Matthew 6:9b (Part one in the series “Connecting With God”) Intro: Three problems when it comes to prayer: 1. ________ - where people get confused about ____________________ 2. ____________ - where people get confused about ______________________ 3. _________ - where people are confused about the _______________ I. The “WHO” Problem: ___________________________________? A. The answer: ____________________ B. When you use a name, you make a statement about ______________________ _______________________ you have with the other person C. Two truths: 1. Any thought or feeling that might keep you from praying is directly __________ _________________ 2. God’s heart is a ________________________________________ II. The “WHERE” Problem: _______________________________? A. The answer: Our Father ____________________ B. It’s easy to think that God is __________________ or _____________________ C. Heaven can refer to: 1. ____________________________________ 2. ________________________ 3. ____________________________ D. The posture for prayer—use your posture to help you ______________________ ____________________________ III. The “WHAT” Problem: __________________________________________? A. The answer: God wants you to ___________________________________ B. The First Petition = ____________________________________ C. A name is a reflection of that person’s _____________________ and _____________ D. What it means to “hallow” God’s name: 1. You seek to _________________________________________ in your personal life 2. That God’s name would be kept holy _________________________________ Pastor John Zahrte Part one in the series “Connecting With God” “The Who, Where and What of Prayer” Matthew 6:9b (Part one in the series “Connecting With God”) Intro: Three problems when it comes to prayer: 1. ________ - where people get confused about ____________________ 2. ____________ - where people get confused about ______________________ 3. _________ - where people are confused about the _______________ I. The “WHO” Problem: ___________________________________? A. The answer: ____________________ B. When you use a name, you make a statement about ______________________ _______________________ you have with the other person C. Two truths: 1. Any thought or feeling that might keep you from praying is directly __________ _________________ 2. God’s heart is a ________________________________________ II. The “WHERE” Problem: _______________________________? A. The answer: Our Father ____________________ B. It’s easy to think that God is __________________ or _____________________ C. Heaven can refer to: 1. ____________________________________ 2. ________________________ 3. ____________________________ D. The posture for prayer—use your posture to help you ______________________ ____________________________ III. The “WHAT” Problem: __________________________________________? A. The answer: God wants you to ___________________________________ B. The First Petition = ____________________________________ C. A name is a reflection of that person’s _____________________ and _____________ D. What it means to “hallow” God’s name: 1. You seek to _________________________________________ in your personal life 2. That God’s name would be kept holy _________________________________ http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org http://oslcs.org/Online/Podcasts/Weekly/20100221%20CONNECT1.mp3 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT no 00:22:51 Religion,Lutheran,Our,Savior,Minnesota,Twin,Cities,Excelsior,Christ