Weekly sermons delivered by Rev. Paul J. Cutler.
Labor Practices & Life Principles
Reading:
Philippians 2:12-18
Notes:
- Work like the boss is around (even when this boss isn’t).
- Do it without complaining.
- Do it without disputing.
- Be straight (honest), even when others are crooked.
- Shine, especially when it’s darkest.
- Hold on to purpose.
- Be ready to sacrifice.
- Do it with a smile.
In God We Trust
Readings
Exodus 3:5-10
John 10:10-11
Notes:
Trust that:
- God Notices
- God Hears
- God Cares
- God Acts
Grace Has Amazing Benefits
Readings:
Ephesians 2:8-10
Hebrews 4:14-16
John 14
Notes:
Grace = Undeserved Love, Unmerited Favor
G od’s
R iches
A t
C hrist’s
E xpense
God’s Riches:
- His loving heart
- His listening ear
- His limitless power
- His leading direction
- His lavish eternity
Easter 2010
Notes:
Resurrection 1,2,3…
1. Wake up; come back to life
2. Roll the stones away; remove obstacles
3. Come out of the tomb; get going
Maundy Thursday
Notes:
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Wise Men Still Worship Him
Notes:
Why should people still worship Him?
Because Jesus:
-has fulfilled Old Testament prophecies.
-has done more in this world than anyone else.
-has the Seal of the Father.
Gift Evaluation
Notes:
What determines the value of a gift? The Gift of God?
-Durability (will it last?) – God’s love is everlasting
-Usefulness – Everyone needs salvation
-Heart of the Giver – It’s done out of love
-Price (what did it cost) – The death of His Son
Success
Notes:
Success = Bringing out the (very) best
In Yourself
In Others
In Relationships
Notes:
Faith = Substance;Foundation
Faith = Evidence
Faith is dependent upon the faithfulness of the promise (promisor)
Arenas of Hope:
Hope (Possibility) vs. Expectation –
Expectation Not Realized = Frustration, Disappointment, Etc.
Possibility Not Realized = New (Adjusted) Possibility
Focus on Failure
Notes:
2 Kinds of Failure
-Destructive
-Judas
-Productive
-Personable Peter
-Amiable Abraham
-Melancholy Moses
-Powerhouse Paul
