Tag Archives: evangelism

“Happy Reformation Day”: The 5 “Solas”

Posted on 2017/10/29 by Shawn Thomas

There are some days on the calendar that everyone knows are important. January 1st is New Year’s Day. December 25th everyone knows is Christmas. (December 8-10 everyone here better know is our “ELF” production, right?!) And of course this Tuesday, … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine/Theology, Sermons | Tagged 5 Solas, by grace alone, evangelism, Martin Luther, October 31st, Reformation, Reformation 500 sermon, Reformation theology, salvation, Sola Fide, sola gratia, sola scriptura, soli deo gloria, solus Christus, theology, through faith alone | Leave a comment

Jesus Christ Crucified

Posted on 2017/10/24 by Shawn Thomas

You foolish Galatians, who has bewitched you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified?” (Galatians 3:1) In his rebuke to the Galatians, Paul references the central theme of the Gospel that he had shared with them, which … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies | Tagged Christ crucified, cross, evangelism, Galatians 3:1, witness | Leave a comment

“The Narrow Way To Heaven” (Matthew 7:13-14 sermon)

Posted on 2017/10/23 by Shawn Thomas

A few years ago Cheryl & I were going to a big public event, and we were looking for the line to get in. We saw this one big crowded line, so we figured: That must be the one we … Continue reading →

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A Time For Certainty

Posted on 2017/10/11 by Shawn Thomas

“But even if we, or an angel from heaven, should preach to you a gospel contrary to what we have preached to you, he is to be accursed.” (Galatians 1:8) In our era of “what’s true for me may not … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies, Discipleship, Ministry, Uncategorized | Tagged anathema, certainty, confidence, evangelism, Galatians 1:8, gospel, Orthodoxy, witness | Leave a comment

“Asking & Discerning” (Matthew 7:6-11 sermon)

Posted on 2017/10/02 by Shawn Thomas

I loved our Children’s Ministry Bible presentation last week, and I especially appreciated how Dr. Amanda mentioned that she is teaching our kids the importance of CONTEXT in scripture. It’s hard to overstate the importance of that in Bible interpretation. … Continue reading →

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Written That You May Believe

Posted on 2017/09/25 by Shawn Thomas

“But these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name.” (John 20:31) John 20:31 is known as the “thesis” or purpose … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies, Uncategorized | Tagged belief, Bible, evangelism, evangelism methods, faith, Holy Spirit, John 20:31, Luke 16 rich man, Romans 10:17, salvation, scripture, witnessing, word of God | 3 Comments

“I Also Send You”

Posted on 2017/09/14 by Shawn Thomas

“So Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.’” (John 20:21) This must be one of the most important statements found in the book of John, regarding the duty … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies, Discipleship, Uncategorized | Tagged discipleship, evangelism, follow, John 20:21, mission, purpose | Leave a comment

Standing By The Cross

Posted on 2017/09/07 by Shawn Thomas

“Therefore the soldiers did these things. But standing by the cross of Jesus were His mother, and His mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Cleopas, and Mary Magdalene.” (John 19:25) Don’t miss this little phrase in the narrative which describes … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies, Discipleship, Uncategorized | Tagged commitment, conversation, courage, cross, cross of Jesus, dedication, discipleship, evangelism, faith, John 19:25, lifestyle, loyalty, persecution, preaching, salvation, standing by the cross, suffering, The Old Rugged Cross, trust, witnessing | Leave a comment

“Uncle Sam Needs YOU: To Be Salt & Light” (Matthew 5:13-16 sermon)

Posted on 2017/07/03 by Shawn Thomas

We’ve all seen the famous recruiting sign, “Uncle Sam needs YOU!” The truth is, Uncle Sam DOES need you: our country is in desperate need of you today. NOT necessarily to sign up for the military — though we do … Continue reading →

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“The News About Jesus” (Matthew 4:24-25 sermon)

Posted on 2017/06/12 by Shawn Thomas

Last Wednesday I got an email from one of our members: “Did you hear the news about Bob Stoops?” The head coach of the Oklahoma Sooners — my favorite college football team — had suddenly and surprisingly announced his retirement … Continue reading →

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