Shady Grove Sermons

Genesis 45                                        God's Family Plan   I. God is going to use Joseph to bring about provision to the family           A. Joseph Provided for them Financially           B. Joseph provided for them Spiritually II.  God used Joseph to show them compassion III.  God uses Joseph to be the voice of conviction

The Triumph of the Cross Colossians 2:11-15 Statement of Truth: The cross is not a symbol of defeat . It is a banner of triumph .  QUESTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:        1.  How do we know that our salvation in Christ is complete?  The Resurrection     verses 11-12 The Crucifixion        verses 13-15      2.  What happened when Christ died? Truth of the Text: Christ's death is our victory      3. What has this Triumph of the Cross accomplished on our behalf?  New life in Christ Sovereign Initiative Sovereign Authority Through Forgiveness 
 A New, Clear Record Statement of Truth: What God demanded of us, He provided in Christ. A Spiritual Victory

Jesus Stands Before Pilate Mark 15:1-15 Statement of Truth: The one who was approved by God was condemned by the world. Question of the Text: Who are you trying to please ? WHAT HAPPENED WHEN JESUS STANDS BEOFRE PILATE: Jesus was Proven Innocent              A.   A Good confession   Statement of Truth: The kingdoms of the world are about power .   The kingdom of Jesus is about truth                                             B.                A Shocking Silence                2.     Jesus was Completely R ejected                               A. The Pardon Requested              ...

Genesis 44 Real Repentance  {part 2} Point to Ponder: Many times, God has to eliminate our own self-confidence before He can do anything in our lives Four Characteristics of Real Repentance:      • Repentance treats the person sinned against with respect      • Repentance leads us to admit we have no bargaining power      • Repentance submits to the person who has been  wronged      • ALL Sin is against God