1 Peter 3:13-18 NRSV

Ecclesiastes 2 Title: The Gospel for a Secular Age Outline: Frustrations of Life 1. The Frustration of Wealth and Pleasure 2. The Frustration of Work 3. The Frustration of Wisdom 4. Hope for Life

1 Peter 2:1-8 NRSV

John 9:1-41 Who is Truly Blind? Summary: Can you imagine what it would be like to be born blind? It is hard to imagine having never seen a sunset, or the face of a loved one. Some live with blindness their whole life. Today let’s look at another miracle of Jesus where He heals a man who was blind from birth: Outline: 1. The reason for the miracle: so that the light of the world might be seen and savored 2. The result of the miracle: some see the glory of Jesus while others remain blind Verse: John 9:5 As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. When the disciples came upon this blind man in John 9, why do you think they asked if the man or his parents had sinned as a cause for he blindness? What does it reveal of their view of God? How does such a worldview manifest its self still today? 2. What are the various ways people reacted to this miracle? How do some still today have such varied reactions to Jesus? 3. How does this man’s responses to the religious leaders show us his heart and faith? 4. How can this miracle strengthen your faith and embolden your witness today?

John 6:1-15 The Bread of Life Summary: Jesus has the power to do mighty miracles. One of the most amazing miracles is when he fed 5000 people with only five loaves of bread and two fish. Jesus can do these things because he is God! Let’s think about the day Jesus miraculously and lovingly provided food for a huge crowd: Outline: 1. An overwhelming need 2. A failed test 3. A Savior who provides Verse: John 6:35 (ESV): Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. On that day when Jesus was with the multitude, why do you think he tested Philip by asking him how they might feed the crowd? What was Jesus’ goal? 2. How do you struggle to believe God’s power and provision for your life? 3. After this miracle, Jesus cautioned people against following him only for his material provision (see John 6:25-28). How might your faith in Jesus be like this at times? 4. How is Jesus the “bread oif life?” How does his work reflect and complete Moses’ role with Israel? How can this miracle deepen your trust in Jesus today?

John 5:1-17 Do You Want to Be Healed? Summary: Because Jesus is God, he is mighty and powerful! He did many miracles, and often he healed people who were sick. Today we'll hear about a man who could not walk for 38 years. Can you imagine such a struggle? But Jesus' healing tells us that he is powerful and full of love for us in our suffering. Let's think about it: Outline: 1. Jesus is compassionate to the helpless 2. Jesus is mighty to save 3. Jesus is working for our holiness Verse: John 5:8 (ESV)8 Jesus said to him, “Get up, take up your bed, and walk.” Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. Read John 5:1-17 again. What do you see about Jesus' compassion? How does this miracle show us the power and glory of God? What does this man's condition reveal about our own spiritual helplessness? 2. Why does Jesus ask the man

Sermon Text: Psalm 63 Sermon Title: Better Than Life 1. Passion of a satisfied soul 2. Commitments of a satisfied soul 3. Hope of a satisfied soul

Exodus 20:12-17 NIV, the last 6 commandments which reflect how we relate to others (our neighbors)

The first 4 of the 10 Commandments reflect how we relate to God Himself. Based on Exodus 20:1-11

John 2:1-12 Water Into Wine Summary: This summer we are going to hear about Jesus’ miracles. Jesus did many miracles during his ministry, but his first was when Jesus changed water into wine at a wedding feast. In this miracle Jesus shows his his glory in three ways: Outline: 1. Jesus is the perfect Son 2. Jesus purifies us from sin 3. Jesus is the giver of joy Verse: John 7:37 (ESV): If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink… Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. Why did Mary come to Jesus at this wedding when they ran out of wine? Why do you think Jesus answered her the way he did? 2. Why did Jesus have the servants use stone jars used for purification to fill with water? How might this reveal what Jesus was coming to do? 3. John tells us that this mircale revealed Jesus’ glory. What does this show us about the glory of Jesus? 4. How can this miracle help you worship Jesus mire deeply?

Exodus 20:18-20 He Has Hushed the Law’s Loud Thunder Summary: If you have ever been really afraid, you know how it feels to tremble with fear. When God’s people stood before Him at Mount Sinai, they were filled with fear. Today, let’s finish the Ten Commandments by thinking about why they were afraid, and how God helped them in their fear. Outline: 1. The fear 2. The Mediator 3. The assurance Verse: Psalm 96:4 (ESV): For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; he is to be feared above all gods. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. Why do God’s people tremble with fear in this passage, and ask that God not speak directly to them? What does this reveal about God, and about ourselves? 2. Why does Moses tell them not to fear? As saved people, is it appropriate for us to fear God? 3. How does Moses’ role in this passage help us understand our need for a Mediator? How does Jesus fulfill this perfectly? 4. How should this passage help us understand the Gospel, and shape our obedience to Him?

Because of the Gospel, Present Your Body to God and Be Transformed by His Grace Romans 12:1-2

Philippians 2:1-11 NRSV

Exodus 20:17 The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment Summary: Have you ever wanted something that did not belong to you? How did you feel, and what did you do about it? The Bible calls this

Exodus 20:16 Nothing But the Truth Summary: Have you ever been caught in a lie? Telling the whole truth all the time is hard to do. God thinks telling the truth is so important for us that he included it in the Ten Commandments:

Acts 17:16-31 NRSV

1 Samuel 1: A Son is Given 1. Hannah’s __________ 2. Hannah’s ____________ 3. Hannah’s ________

Proverbs 31 (selected verses) NIV

Exodus 20:15 Trusting God's Provision Summary: Today we talk about the 8th commandment:

Exodus 20:14 Spiritual and Marital Faithfulness Summary: God has given us marriage as a wonderful gift in this life. When two people get married, God gives people a lifelong companion to love and cherish. Marriage is not always easy, and must be protected! Today we're going to talk about how God wants us to guard marital love as we think about God's seventh command: