March 15th, 2010 by Ptr. Vince
Treasures in Jars of Clay is one of the most popular passages in the book of Corinthians. In here, we will be seeing the kind of life that Paul and other apostles suffered during their time, yet, they did not turn their backs to the one called them heavenward. Today, the secrets of ministry will be revealed to us.
During the early times, people used to put their earthly treasures in jars of clay. They do this so that it will not attract robbers. Another reason is to show humility and simplicity of life though the fact is, there is wealth behind a simple life.
Today’s sermon is all about having that kind of life. Having a life full of treasures, yet it was hidden in jars of clay. The jars of clay here refers to our frail bodies that can easily be inflicted with pain. But what gives value is not what is outside, but what is inside. The treasure is the gospel of Christ, the thing that is more valuable than all other things that one can ever have.
The bigger question is why? Why are the apostles able to survive all these persecutions? Why are they able to continue ministering despite of the threats that they have been receiving? Today, we will be answering the secrets of ministering to God. This sermon is taken from 2 Corinthians 4:7-12
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March 15th, 2010 by Ptr. Vince
Ministries of the Servant of Christ tells us that each Christian was called to be servants of Christ. Not necessarily as pastors or elders, but serving God is definitely one of the things that we are to do. Therefore, it is also necessary that we are to do the ministries of servants of Christ. This sermon is taken from 2 Corinthians 4:1-6.
Today, we will be talking about the ministries of the servant of Christ. This list of ministries should be common to all Christians, and not just intended for Church leaders. This will remind us that we need to live out a life worthy of our calling.
But let us define first the word “ministry”. What is ministry? Ministry is the work of Christ.
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November 10th, 2009 by Ptr. Vince
Currently, me and my wife is attending a bi-monthly seminar on “Fireproofing Your Marriage”. So far, we are really enjoying discussing things about marital relationship within the couple’s group of our Church. Each partner in the group is also trying to work on our daily task, “The Love Dare”.
Today’s reading is a very useful tool in resolving marital conflicts. I believe each couple should try to take note of this post since this has been a great treasure in most successful marriages. And I do agree to what the author says about marital conflicts and problems. I quote this post from “The Love Dare” book by Kendrick.
The post is all about the boundaries in dealing with conflicts. Before I forget, I suggest that you print this post or at least bookmark this page so that you will be able to go back here if in case you will be needing this post in the future.
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October 18th, 2009 by Ptr. Vince
There is no exact definition in the Bible that will describe exactly what a disciple is. One thing is very clear when Jesus called his disciples “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. (Matthew 4:19)” A disciple needs to follow the one who called them. And since it was Jesus Christ who called us, then we are to follow Jesus Christ.
But the game doesn’t end there. Because Christ called us to be “fishers of men” and not continually become a fish.
Luke 6:40 “A disciple is not greater than his teacher, but everyone when fully trained will be like his teacher.”
In this description, we can see that a disciple is someone being taught, and not the one teaching. His knowledge is more limited than that of his teacher. However, when fully trained, he will be like his teacher. This means that if his teacher can teach, he can definitely teach when fully trained.
Luke 14:25-27 “25 Now large crowds were accompanying Jesus, and turning to them he said, 26 “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother, and wife and children, and brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. 27 Whoever does not carry his own cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.”
Here we can see that Jesus is giving an instruction concerning our priorities. Of course this doesn’t necessary mean to literally hate his own father and mother, and wife and children, and brothers and sisters, and even his own life, it simply means that we need to love him ABOVE all.
Furthermore, new believers that comes from extremely closed culture, closed family, and closed religious backgrounds usually suffers a lot when it comes to Christianity, being his new found faith. People around the new believer will criticize him, mock him, and even cast him out from their relationship. But this is what Jesus Christ have said. Thus, a disciple “HAS” to make a decision whom to obey, his family or Jesus.
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September 28th, 2009 by Ptr. Vince
Beginning Discipleship Lesson 5 – Making Disciples
Continue to conduct small group worship. Be sure to let them lead as much as possible in all aspects of your worship. Continue to hold them accountable to obey the previous lesson.
The items for accountability are:
Continue to monitor your spiritual life in reference to the Disciple’s Cross.
* The Lordship of Christ in your life – Is Christ still Lord of your life? Are you letting him be king of your life?
* The Word – Did you read your Bible at least 5 min/day?
* Prayer – Are you hearing God speak to you during your QT? (Show your journal or share 1 insight from and your obedience to what God showed you.)
* Fellowship with other Christians – Are there any broken relationships that need to be reconciled? What did you do to return to a good relationship?
* Witness to non-believers – Did you share the Gospel with at least 1 person this week? Tell their name.
* Show your “oikos” list of names.
* Who is your prayer partner?
* How many times did you pray for your first group of 5?
Review previous story/lesson
From Jesus’ instructions in Lk. Chapter 9 & 10, who were the disciples to look for? (a Person of Peace)
What does a Person of Peace do to help the spread of the Gospel? (They can “open doors” and introduce the messenger to their “oikos.”)
What are some things only God can do? (from Rom. 3:10-12 and John 8:44-45 and 16:8
Only God can draw people to Himself.
Only God can cause people to seek after Him.
Only God can convict people of sin, righteousness, and judgment.)
Spiritual Emphasis: God’s great plan is that everyone will witness, and make disciples, thus reproducing the pattern so the whole world is reached.
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September 28th, 2009 by Ptr. Vince
Beginning Discipleship Lesson 4 – Jesus Sent Out Twelve and Seventy Two
Continue to conduct small group worship. Be sure to let them lead as much as possible in all aspects of your worship. Continue to hold them accountable to obey the previous lesson.
The items for accountability are:
Continue to monitor your spiritual life in reference to the Disciple’s Cross.
* The Lordship of Christ in your life – Is Christ still Lord of your life? Are you letting him be king of your life?
* The Word – Did you read your Bible at least 5 min/day?
* Prayer – Are you hearing God speak to you during your QT? (Show your journal or share 1 insight from and your obedience to what God showed you.)
* Fellowship with other Christians – Are there any broken relationships that need to be reconciled? What did you do to return to a good relationship?
* Witness to non-believers – Did you share the Gospel with at least 1 person this week? Tell their name.
* Show your “oikos” list of names.
* Who is your prayer partner?
* How many times did you pray for your first group of 5?
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September 28th, 2009 by Ptr. Vince
Beginning Discipleship Lesson 3 “A Call to Reproduce” Whom will you tell about Jesus?
Continue to conduct small group worship. Be sure to let them lead as much as possible in all aspects of your worship. Continue to hold them accountable for obedience.
The items for accountability are:
* Is Christ still Lord of your life? Are you letting him be king of your life?
* Did you read your Bible at least 5 min/day?
* Are you hearing God speak to you during your QT? (Have them show journal or share 1 insight from their reading and their obedience to what God showed them.)
* Did you share the Gospel with at least 1 person this week? Tell me their name.
* Are there any broken relationships that need to be reconciled? What did you do to return to a good relationship?
Review previous story/lesson
Spiritual Emphasis Disciples should be reaching out to others. Oikos lines are the most natural.
Survey on how people we brought to church
* 5% – Through a Pastor
* 2% – Through Church programs
* 4% – Through Sunday School
* 1 %- Through Evangelism (crusade)
* 84%- Through relatives and friends
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September 28th, 2009 by Ptr. Vince
Beginning Discipleship Lesson 2: Spiritually Empowered
Continue to conduct small group worship. Be sure to let them lead as much as possible in all aspects of your worship.
Review previous lesson
Spiritual Emphasis: Being filled with and walking in the Spirit
Story – [Tell the 2 small stories from Acts. Make it as interesting as possible, using the other verses for clarifying the spiritual emphasis.
Read Acts 1:1-5. Right before Jesus left he told the disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit. They would be baptized or immersed in God's Spirit.
Read Acts 1:12-14 What were they doing while they waited? ([They were praying.)
Read Acts 2:1-4 What strange things happened? What was seen and heard? ([They heard a sound like a violent wind, and saw tongues of fire that came upon each person's head)] What did they start doing after the wind and the tongues of fire? (They started speaking and sharing as the Spirit enabled them.)
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