September 13, 2009 Sermon Power Point

“Why is there church?” September 13, 2009

“Safest place on earth”

Illustration: “Why is the church here?”

Key Text: Psalm 78:1-4

Psalm 78:1 1 My people, hear my teaching; listen to the words of my mouth. TNIV

Psalm 78:2-3 2 I will open my mouth with a parable; I will teach you lessons from the past— 3 things we have heard and known, things our ancestors have told us. TNIV

Psalm 78:4 4 We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done. TNIV

Colossians 3:12-17

Colossians 3:12 12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. TNIV

Colossians 3:13 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. TNIV

Colossians 3:14 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. TNIV

Colossians 3:15 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. TNIV

Colossians 3:16 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. TNIV

Colossians 3:17 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. TNIV

Conclusion:

1.Meeting and worshiping God 2.Teaching biblical instruction 3.Offering healing of all sorts 4.Encouraging and enhancing spiritual growth 5.Establishing fellowship through support 6.Challenging each other to new heights 7.Equipping each other for ministry 8.Being sent out to share the Good News 9.Sharing of material possessions

Prayer Ministry is available

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chris Tomlin | Edwin Othello Excell | John Newton | John P. Rees | Louie Giglio

Amazing grace how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost but now I'm found Was blind but now I see

'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear And grace my fears relieved How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed

My chains are gone I've been set free My God my Savior has ransomed me And like a flood His mercy reigns Unending love amazing grace

The Lord has promised good to me His word my hope secures He will my shield and portion be As long as life endures

My chains are gone I've been set free My God my Savior has ransomed me And like a flood His mercy reigns Unending love amazing grace (Repeat)

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow The sun forbear to shine But God who called me here below Will be forever mine Will be forever mine You are forever mine

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