New City Church of Plant City, March 11, 2018
"Sin Corrupts Relationships", James 4, Sermon Outline
Today we are continuing our sermon series in James; When we fail to live and walk in the Faith we have in God we are permitting our sins to corrupt our relationships. James 4
Locations & Times
New City Church of Plant City, 105 East Baker Street Plant City, 33563
204 S Collins St, Plant City, FL 33563, USA
Friday 11:00 PM
Welcome
We are delighted to have you worship with our New City Church family this Sunday. We are committed to reach you with a clear expression of the Word of God which will assist you with your spiritual growth and with the challenges you are encountering in your life daily. We believe the transformation of a culture occurs when the God's Word becomes the catalyst for change in individuals, families, and culture. We are intentional to "seek the welfare of the City" (Jer. 29:4-11). There is place on our team for you.
http://newcitychurchplantcity.com/Sermon Notes:
We are sinners simply because we choose to sin or live selfishly. We are never held accountable for what we are not the author of. ~ Gorden Olson
We have a strange illusion that mere time cancels sin. But mere time does nothing either to the fact or to the guilt of a sin. ~ C. S. Lewis
This book (the Bible) will keep you from sin or sin will keep you from this book. ~ D. L. Moody
Embrace in one act the two truths – thine own sin, and God’s infinite mercy in Jesus Christ. ~ Alexander MacLaren
Since the beginning there has been an evil desire, a lack of love in man that causes him to compete with one another, this attitude fractures our relation with our brother. If we are not careful many of our desires are not based on needs or the Will of our Heavenly Father, rather they appear to be rooted in an evil selfish spirit of competition; christians competing with christians and churches competing other churches. This worldly spirit is the sin James addresses in the fourth chapter that corrupts our relationships with our fellowman.
We are sinners simply because we choose to sin or live selfishly. We are never held accountable for what we are not the author of. ~ Gorden Olson
We have a strange illusion that mere time cancels sin. But mere time does nothing either to the fact or to the guilt of a sin. ~ C. S. Lewis
This book (the Bible) will keep you from sin or sin will keep you from this book. ~ D. L. Moody
Embrace in one act the two truths – thine own sin, and God’s infinite mercy in Jesus Christ. ~ Alexander MacLaren
Since the beginning there has been an evil desire, a lack of love in man that causes him to compete with one another, this attitude fractures our relation with our brother. If we are not careful many of our desires are not based on needs or the Will of our Heavenly Father, rather they appear to be rooted in an evil selfish spirit of competition; christians competing with christians and churches competing other churches. This worldly spirit is the sin James addresses in the fourth chapter that corrupts our relationships with our fellowman.
In The World, But Not of It, by Billy Graham, January 28,2016
https://billygraham.org/decision-magazine/february-2016/a-classic-billy-graham-message-in-the-world-but-not-of-it/
F. A. I. T. H. Forsaking All I Trust Him - An Invitation To Ask Jesus Into Your Life as Savior & Lord
How to Know Jesus Personally
SALVATION THROUGH CHRIST: A MATTER OF FAITH
God's Plan
What do you think it takes for someone to get to heaven? Is it luck? Good deeds? Nothing at all? Or is there something more? The Bible has the real answer to this question. It's a matter of F A I T H.
F - We cannot have eternal life without God's forgiveness. Ephesians 1:7a says, "In Him (Jesus Christ) we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins."
A - Forgiveness is available for all. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." But forgiveness is not automatic. "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven," says Matthew 7:21a.
I - It is impossible for God to allow sin into heaven because of who He is and because of who we are. God is loving and just, but His judgment is against sin. James 2:13a says, "Because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful." We are sinful people. Romans 3:23 tells us, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
T - To turn means to repent. We can repent -- or turn -- from our sin and from ourselves. "But unless you repent, you too will all perish," Luke 13:3b says. We can also turn to Someone. Trust Christ alone. Romans 10:9 tells us how: "That if you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved."
H - Heaven is eternal life. Here, that means life "to the full:" "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full (John 10:10b)." In the hereafter, it means the promise of heaven: "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am (John 14:3)."
So how can a person have God's forgiveness, heaven and eternal life, and Jesus as personal Savior and Lord? By trusting in Christ and asking Him for forgiveness. Take the step of faith described by another meaning of FAITH: Forsaking All I Trust Him.
You do this through a simple prayer reflecting your desire for Christ to change your life. You don't need fancy words--only an honest heart. You can pray something like this:
Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner and have displeased You in many ways. I believe You died for my sins, and only through faith in Your death and resurrection can I be forgiven. I want to turn from my sin and ask You to come into my life as my Savior and Lord. From this day on, I will follow You by living a life that pleases You. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for saving me. Amen.
Accepting Christ is just the beginning of a wonderful adventure with God! Get to know Him better in a number of ways:
Follow Christ's example in baptism.
Join a church where you can worship God and grow in your faith.
In your church, get involved in Bible Study Fellowship/Sunday School/Small Group
Begin a daily personal worship experience with God where you study the Bible and pray.
How to Know Jesus Personally
SALVATION THROUGH CHRIST: A MATTER OF FAITH
God's Plan
What do you think it takes for someone to get to heaven? Is it luck? Good deeds? Nothing at all? Or is there something more? The Bible has the real answer to this question. It's a matter of F A I T H.
F - We cannot have eternal life without God's forgiveness. Ephesians 1:7a says, "In Him (Jesus Christ) we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins."
A - Forgiveness is available for all. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." But forgiveness is not automatic. "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven," says Matthew 7:21a.
I - It is impossible for God to allow sin into heaven because of who He is and because of who we are. God is loving and just, but His judgment is against sin. James 2:13a says, "Because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful." We are sinful people. Romans 3:23 tells us, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
T - To turn means to repent. We can repent -- or turn -- from our sin and from ourselves. "But unless you repent, you too will all perish," Luke 13:3b says. We can also turn to Someone. Trust Christ alone. Romans 10:9 tells us how: "That if you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved."
H - Heaven is eternal life. Here, that means life "to the full:" "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full (John 10:10b)." In the hereafter, it means the promise of heaven: "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am (John 14:3)."
So how can a person have God's forgiveness, heaven and eternal life, and Jesus as personal Savior and Lord? By trusting in Christ and asking Him for forgiveness. Take the step of faith described by another meaning of FAITH: Forsaking All I Trust Him.
You do this through a simple prayer reflecting your desire for Christ to change your life. You don't need fancy words--only an honest heart. You can pray something like this:
Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner and have displeased You in many ways. I believe You died for my sins, and only through faith in Your death and resurrection can I be forgiven. I want to turn from my sin and ask You to come into my life as my Savior and Lord. From this day on, I will follow You by living a life that pleases You. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for saving me. Amen.
Accepting Christ is just the beginning of a wonderful adventure with God! Get to know Him better in a number of ways:
Follow Christ's example in baptism.
Join a church where you can worship God and grow in your faith.
In your church, get involved in Bible Study Fellowship/Sunday School/Small Group
Begin a daily personal worship experience with God where you study the Bible and pray.
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