An Example From the Wilderness

December 28, 2008: An Example From the Wilderness
Luke 4:1-8
Pastor Leon Green

Pastor Leon Green leaves us with very a very sober example from the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness.  The example of Christ in the desert goes far beyond simply quoting the Word of God when tempted. Our text is Luke 4:1-8.

Be watchful! Be careful! Be prayerful!

November 30, 2008
Sermon: Be watchful! Be careful! Be prayerful!
Pastor Leon Green
Mark 13:19-23, 32-37
Jesus’ teaching at the temple near the Mount of Olives sets us up for three major events: the destruction of the temple, coming persecutions and the coming of the Son of Man. Pastor Green goes through these portions of scripture to point out commands from Christ and their implications for His elect down to the present age. Who’s your hope in ?

The Cost of Discipleship

Sermon:The Cost of Discipleship
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Matthew 16:21-26
August 31, 2008

Pastor Leon Green brings a message of conviction and self-examination as he leads us through the demands and costs of discipleship in Matthew 16:21-26.

*note – pardon some of the audio issues we had with this sermon.

Fellowship in Christ

Sermon: Fellowship in Christ
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Luke 24:25-35
April 6, 2008

God uses His word to raise the level of understanding of Him and His ways. Are you around people who encourage your walk in Christ? Pastor Leon Green encourages us in Luke 24:25-35 that we are to fellowship around God’s word, the sacraments, and the community of believers.

Trust & Confidence

Sermon: Trust & Confidence
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Psalm 23
March 2, 2008

Where does your trust and confidence come from? God is still good, even when we do not know what is going on. Pastor Leon Green teaches us in Psalm 23 that as our shepherd, Jesus gives provision, protection, and care for our souls.

A Living Hope

Sermon: A Living Hope (Click to download)
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Romans 13:11-14
December 2, 2007

In having faith in Jesus Christ, we have the hope of His second coming and living a life that is pure. Are you being watchful and seeking wisdom in His word and in prayer? Pastor Leon Green reminds us in Romans 13:11-14 how our lives are to reflect the hope we have in Christ.

How Often Do I Forgive?

Sermon: How Often Do I Forgive? (Click to Download)
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Matthew 18:21-35
September 23, 2007

Do we set limits on our brothers and sisters in Christ when it comes to forgiveness? God does not have limits when it comes to forgiving us and Christ is our example in how we relate to others. Pastor Leon Green teaches us in Matthew 18:21-35 the importance of forgiveness to our faith, and reminds us that we are to forgive because Christ forgives us.

Faced with Change

Sermon: Faced with Change (Click to Download)
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Genesis: 6: 5-8
August 19, 2007

God saw the wickedness of man; this evil was towards one another and to God. We can’t hide from God since He knows our hearts and sees everything we do. Setting our hope on Jesus, we have the choice to change and turn from evil. Pastor Leon Green encourages us in Genesis 6: 5-8, learning from the example of Noah- looking to God for our hearts to be transformed and to walk with Him.

When Faith is Distracted

Sermon: When Faith is Distracted (Click to Download)
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:22-33
August 12, 2007

There were times in Jesus’ ministry that He wanted to take time to be alone with the Father. Jesus met the needs of His people then as He does now, and we are to be still and not fear. Pastor Leon Green teaches from Matthew 14:22-33 reminding us the importance of spending time with the Lord so that we can walk in faith during times of distraction.

The Faithfulness of God

Sermon: The Faithfulness of God (Click to Download)
Pastor Leon Green
Scripture Reference: Job 40:1-8
August 5, 2007

When things are going well in our lives, we serve God faithfully. Do we have the same level of faith, commitment, and trust in the Lord when things aren’t going so well? Pastor Leon Green looks at Job 40:1-8 and reminds us that humility and repentance before God establishes a deeper faith in His will for our lives.