https://www.spreaker.com/show/alpha-umc-sermonsenReligion & SpiritualityCopyright Matt Stouthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/126d6d4baa01819fa6784f92de2f7026.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/alpha-umc-sermonsWed, 14 Jun 2023 18:17:28 +0000Matt StoutMatt Stoutfeeds@spreaker.comWeekly sermons from Alpha United Methodist Church in Bloomingdale, Georiga.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/its-a-refreshing-thinga] would suffer. 19 Repent, therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, 20 so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord and that he may send the Messiah[b] appointed for you, that is, Jesus, 21 who must remain in heaven until the time of universal restoration that God announced long ago through his holy prophets.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:648093fd6c41cb510114e854Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 3:17-2 (NRSVUE)17 “And now, brothers and sisters, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did also your rulers. 18 In this way God fulfilled what he had foretold through all the prophets, that his...a] would suffer. 19 Repent, therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, 20 so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord and that he may send the Messiah[b] appointed for you, that is, Jesus, 21 who must remain in heaven until the time of universal restoration that God announced long ago through his holy prophets.]]>2226christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/living-out-our-faith-in-the-presence-of-a]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:647760fd15588065a183aebaWed, 07 Jun 2023 16:18:09 +0000Matt StoutGalatians 2:11-14 (NRSVUE)Paul Rebukes Peter at Antioch11 But when Cephas came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face because he stood self-condemned, 12 for until certain people came from James, he used to eat with the gentiles. But after they came,...a]]]>1910christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/may-28-2023a] as the Spirit enabled them.5 Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. 6 When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard their own language being spoken. 7 Utterly amazed, they asked: “Aren’t all these who are speaking Galileans? 8 Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? 9 Parthians, Medes and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia,[b] 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome 11 (both Jews and converts to Judaism); Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!” 12 Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, “What does this mean?”13 Some, however, made fun of them and said, “They have had too much wine.”Peter Addresses the Crowd14 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: “Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. 15 These people are not drunk, as you suppose. It’s only nine in the morning! 16 No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:17 “‘In the last days, God says,
    I will pour out my Spirit on all people.
Your sons and daughters will prophesy,
    your young men will see visions,
    your old men will dream dreams.
18 Even on my servants, both men and women,
    I will pour out my Spirit in those days,
    and they will prophesy.
19 I will show wonders in the heavens above
    and signs on the earth below,
    blood and fire and billows of smoke.
20 The sun will be turned to darkness
    and the moon to blood
    before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord.
21 And everyone who calls
    on the name of the Lord will be saved.’[c]22 “Fellow Israelites, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know. 23 This man was handed over to you by God’s deliberate plan and foreknowledge; and you, with the help of wicked men,[d] put him to death by nailing him to the cross. 24 But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on him. 25 David said about him:“‘I saw the Lord always before me.
    Because he is at my right hand,
    I will not be shaken.
26 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;
    my body also will rest in hope,
27 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
    you will not let your holy one see decay.
28 You have made known to me the paths of life;
    you will fill me with joy in your presence.’[e]29 “Fellow Israelites, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. 30 But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne. 31 Seeing what was to come, he spoke of the resurrection of the Messiah, that he was not abandoned to the realm of the dead, nor did his body see decay. 32 God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of it. 33 Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. 34 For David did not ascend to heaven, and yet he said,“‘The Lord said to my Lord:
    “Sit at my right hand
35 until I make your enemies
    a footstool for your feet.”’[f]36 “Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.”37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”40 With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” 41 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6470d00ad8789558af29897eSun, 28 May 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 2: 1-412 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire...a] as the Spirit enabled them.5 Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. 6 When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard their own language being spoken. 7 Utterly amazed, they asked: “Aren’t all these who are speaking Galileans? 8 Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? 9 Parthians, Medes and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia,[b] 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome 11 (both Jews and converts to Judaism); Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!” 12 Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, “What does this mean?”13 Some, however, made fun of them and said, “They have had too much wine.”Peter Addresses the Crowd14 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: “Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. 15 These people are not drunk, as you suppose. It’s only nine in the morning! 16 No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:17 “‘In the last days, God says,
    I will pour out my Spirit on all people.
Your sons and daughters will prophesy,
    your young men will see visions,
    your old men will dream dreams.
18 Even on my servants, both men and women,
    I will pour out my Spirit in those days,
    and they will prophesy.
19 I will show wonders in the heavens above
    and signs on the earth below,
    blood and fire and billows of smoke.
20 The sun will be turned to darkness
    and the moon to blood
    before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord.
21 And everyone who calls
    on the name of the Lord will be saved.’[c]22 “Fellow Israelites, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know. 23 This man was handed over to you by God’s deliberate plan and foreknowledge; and you, with the help of wicked men,[d] put him to death by nailing him to the cross. 24 But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on him. 25 David said about him:“‘I saw the Lord always before me.
    Because he is at my right hand,
    I will not be shaken.
26 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;
    my body also will rest in hope,
27 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
    you will not let your holy one see decay.
28 You have made known to me the paths of life;
    you will fill me with joy in your presence.’[e]29 “Fellow Israelites, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David...]]>1191christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/being-intentionally-observant    a very present[a] help in trouble.
2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change,
    though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea,
3 though its waters roar and foam,
    though the mountains tremble with its tumult. Selah4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy habitation of the Most High.
5 God is in the midst of the city;[b] it shall not be moved;
    God will help it when the morning dawns.
6 The nations are in an uproar; the kingdoms totter;
    he utters his voice; the earth melts.
7 The Lord of hosts is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our refuge.[c] Selah8 Come, behold the works of the Lord;
    see what desolations he has brought on the earth.
9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
    he breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
    he burns the shields with fire.
10 “Be still, and know that I am God!
    I am exalted among the nations;
    I am exalted in the earth.”
11 The Lord of hosts is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our refuge.[d] Selah]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6464e59f8bc5ed0ab357e9b8Sun, 21 May 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPsalm 46: 7-11 (NRSV)1 God is our refuge and strength,     a very present[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2046&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-14616a] help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change,...    a very present[a] help in trouble.
2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change,
    though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea,
3 though its waters roar and foam,
    though the mountains tremble with its tumult. Selah4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy habitation of the Most High.
5 God is in the midst of the city;[b] it shall not be moved;
    God will help it when the morning dawns.
6 The nations are in an uproar; the kingdoms totter;
    he utters his voice; the earth melts.
7 The Lord of hosts is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our refuge.[c] Selah8 Come, behold the works of the Lord;
    see what desolations he has brought on the earth.
9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
    he breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
    he burns the shields with fire.
10 “Be still, and know that I am God!
    I am exalted among the nations;
    I am exalted in the earth.”
11 The Lord of hosts is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our refuge.[d] Selah]]>4017christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/come-lets-take-a-break579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6453c9ef7db4720eb5c2c061Wed, 10 May 2023 17:17:47 +0000Matt StoutMark 6:30-32 (NRSVUE)Feeding the Five Thousand30 The apostles gathered around Jesus and told him all that they had done and taught. 31 He said to them, “Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while.” For many were coming and going,...2447christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/but-i-did-nothing-wrong    and no deceit was found in his mouth.”23 When he was abused, he did not return abuse; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but he entrusted himself to the one who judges justly. 24 He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross,[a] so that, having died to sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds[b] you have been healed. 25 For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.[c]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:64495f4844bdde43b8cd3b1cSun, 30 Apr 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 Peter 2:19-25 (NRSVUE)19 For it is a commendable thing if, being aware of God, a person endures pain while suffering unjustly. 20 If you endure when you are beaten for doing wrong, what credit is that? But if you endure when you do good and suffer...    and no deceit was found in his mouth.”23 When he was abused, he did not return abuse; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but he entrusted himself to the one who judges justly. 24 He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross,[a] so that, having died to sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds[b] you have been healed. 25 For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.[c]]]>1939christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/5-ps-of-whata]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:64415fed3a85f3035c5f7e05Sun, 23 Apr 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPhilippians 4:4-5 (NLT)4 Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming...a]]]>1640christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/peace-two-times579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6436e0227c064917d0effdbcSun, 16 Apr 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJohn 20:19-23 (NRSVUE)Jesus Appears to the Disciples19 When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and the doors were locked where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.”...1544christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/i-love-to-tell-the-storya] is acceptable to him. 36 You know the message he sent to the people of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ—he is Lord of all. 37 That message spread throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John announced: 38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how he went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him. 39 We are witnesses to all that he did both in Judea and in Jerusalem. They put him to death by hanging him on a tree, 40 but God raised him on the third day and allowed him to appear, 41 not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses and who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead. 42 He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one ordained by God as judge of the living and the dead. 43 All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:642d971414bb02296d34bf8fSun, 09 Apr 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 10:34-43 (NRSVUE)Gentiles Hear the Good News34 Then Peter began to speak to them: “I truly understand that God shows no partiality, 35 but in every people anyone who fears him and practices...a] is acceptable to him. 36 You know the message he sent to the people of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ—he is Lord of all. 37 That message spread throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John announced: 38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how he went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him. 39 We are witnesses to all that he did both in Judea and in Jerusalem. They put him to death by hanging him on a tree, 40 but God raised him on the third day and allowed him to appear, 41 not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses and who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead. 42 He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one ordained by God as judge of the living and the dead. 43 All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.”]]>1303christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/a-little-humility-never-hurtsa] in Christ Jesus,6 who, though he existed in the form of God,
    did not regard equality with God
    as something to be grasped,
7 but emptied himself,
    taking the form of a slave,
    assuming human likeness.
And being found in appearance as a human,
8     he humbled himself
    and became obedient to the point of death—
    even death on a cross.9 Therefore God exalted him even more highly
    and gave him the name
    that is above every other name,
10 so that at the name given to Jesus
    every knee should bend,
    in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11 and every tongue should confess
    that Jesus Christ is Lord,
    to the glory of God the Father.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6426f14131827c32c82c3f7cSun, 02 Apr 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPhilippians 2:5-11 (NRSVUE)5 Let the same mind be in you that was[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians%202%3A5-11&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-29380a] in Christ Jesus,6 who, though he existed in the form of God,     did not regard...a] in Christ Jesus,6 who, though he existed in the form of God,
    did not regard equality with God
    as something to be grasped,
7 but emptied himself,
    taking the form of a slave,
    assuming human likeness.
And being found in appearance as a human,
8     he humbled himself
    and became obedient to the point of death—
    even death on a cross.9 Therefore God exalted him even more highly
    and gave him the name
    that is above every other name,
10 so that at the name given to Jesus
    every knee should bend,
    in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11 and every tongue should confess
    that Jesus Christ is Lord,
    to the glory of God the Father.]]>1590christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/thoughts-of-life-and-peacea] set their minds on the things of the Spirit.[b] 6 To set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit[c] is life and peace.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:641b30af44ee7f12c4e24119Sun, 26 Mar 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutRomans 8:5-6 (NRSVUE)5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A5-6&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-28107a]...a] set their minds on the things of the Spirit.[b] 6 To set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit[c] is life and peace.]]>1669christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/wake-up-sleepyheada] 7 Therefore do not be associated with them, 8 for once you were darkness, but now in the Lord you are light. Walk as children of light, 9 for the fruit of the light[b] is found in all that is good and right and true. 10 Try to find out what is pleasing to the Lord. 11 Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness; rather, expose them. 12 For it is shameful even to mention what such people do secretly, 13 but everything exposed by the light becomes visible, 14 for everything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it says,“Sleeper, awake!
    Rise from the dead,
and Christ will shine on you.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6411eb1319e89042ebad20ceSun, 19 Mar 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutEphesians 5:6-14 (NRSVUE)6 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes on those who are disobedient.[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+5%3A6-14&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-29294a]...a] 7 Therefore do not be associated with them, 8 for once you were darkness, but now in the Lord you are light. Walk as children of light, 9 for the fruit of the light[b] is found in all that is good and right and true. 10 Try to find out what is pleasing to the Lord. 11 Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness; rather, expose them. 12 For it is shameful even to mention what such people do secretly, 13 but everything exposed by the light becomes visible, 14 for everything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it says,“Sleeper, awake!
    Rise from the dead,
and Christ will shine on you.”]]>1745christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/relax-growth-takes-timea] 15 I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. 16 Now if I do what I do not want, I agree that the law is good.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:640a01d65d9d5e39e88828eeSun, 12 Mar 2023 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutRomans 7:14-16 (NRSVUE)The Inner Conflict14 For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am of the flesh, sold into slavery under sin.[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+7%3A14-16&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-28091a] 15 I do not...a] 15 I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. 16 Now if I do what I do not want, I agree that the law is good.]]>1402christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/no-work-requireda] Abraham, our ancestor according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the scripture say? “Abraham believed[b] God, and it was reckoned to him as righteousness.” 4 Now to one who works, wages are not reckoned as a gift but as something due. 5 But to one who does not work but trusts him who justifies the ungodly, such faith is reckoned as righteousness.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6408b36e68ee917aa54f0957Sun, 05 Mar 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutRomans 4:1-5 (NRSVUE)The Example of Abraham4 What then are we to say was gained by[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+4%3A1-5&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-28009a] Abraham, our ancestor according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was...a] Abraham, our ancestor according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the scripture say? “Abraham believed[b] God, and it was reckoned to him as righteousness.” 4 Now to one who works, wages are not reckoned as a gift but as something due. 5 But to one who does not work but trusts him who justifies the ungodly, such faith is reckoned as righteousness.]]>1402christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/one-must-choose    but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’ ”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63f780e6e321d141a21ff5e1Sun, 26 Feb 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 4:1-4 (NRSV)The Testing of Jesus4 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tested by the devil. 2 He fasted forty days and forty nights, and afterward he was famished. 3 The tempter came and said to him, “If you are the...    but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’ ”]]>2069christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/a-humble-turninga]Concerning Treasures19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust[b] consume and where thieves break in and steal, 20 but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust[c] consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63f786c3b57fd15339974074Thu, 23 Feb 2023 23:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 6:16-21 (NRSV)Concerning Fasting16 “And whenever you fast, do not look somber, like the hypocrites, for they mark their faces to show others that they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 17 But when you fast, put...a]Concerning Treasures19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust[b] consume and where thieves break in and steal, 20 but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust[c] consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.]]>817christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/taking-the-next-steps579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63ed10822cf449506e0b501aSun, 19 Feb 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutHebrews 12:1-312 So then, with endurance, let’s also run the race that is laid out in front of us, since we have such a great cloud of witnesses surrounding us. Let’s throw off any extra baggage, get rid of the sin that trips us up, 2 and fix our eyes...1513christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/did-i-say-thata]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63e514f68e79f03538779aeaSun, 12 Feb 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 5:33-37 (NRSVUE)Concerning Oaths33 “Again, you have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not swear falsely, but carry out the vows you have made to the Lord.’ 34 But I say to you: Do not swear at all, either by heaven,...a]]]>1537christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/what-god-wantsa] not one stroke of a letter, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. 19 Therefore, whoever breaks[b] one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever does them and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63da9712509f5a0362bc5534Sun, 05 Feb 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 5:17-20 (NRSV)The Law and the Prophets17 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not one...a] not one stroke of a letter, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. 19 Therefore, whoever breaks[b] one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever does them and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.]]>1225christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/it-is-possible    and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.”20 Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scholar? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63d144aafdbf465f80363b0bSun, 29 Jan 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 Corinthians 1:18-20 (NRSV)Christ the Power and Wisdom of God18 For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written,“I will destroy the wisdom of the...    and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.”20 Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scholar? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?]]>1405christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-light-came-into-darknessa] heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew to Galilee. 13 He left Nazareth and made his home in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, 14 so that what had been spoken through the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled:15 “Land of Zebulun, land of Naphtali,
    on the road by the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the gentiles—
16 the people who sat in darkness
    have seen a great light,
and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death
    light has dawned.”17 From that time Jesus began to proclaim, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”[b]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63c80dd777f1a9024346dd02Sun, 22 Jan 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 4:12-17 (NRSVUE)Jesus Begins His Ministry in Galilee12 Now when Jesus[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+4%3A12-17&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-23222a] heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew to Galilee. 13 He left...a] heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew to Galilee. 13 He left Nazareth and made his home in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, 14 so that what had been spoken through the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled:15 “Land of Zebulun, land of Naphtali,
    on the road by the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the gentiles—
16 the people who sat in darkness
    have seen a great light,
and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death
    light has dawned.”17 From that time Jesus began to proclaim, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”[b]]]>1559christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/he-made-me-an-arrow    pay attention, you peoples from far away!
The Lord called me before I was born;
    while I was in my mother’s womb he named me.
2 He made my mouth like a sharp sword;
    in the shadow of his hand he hid me;
he made me a polished arrow;
    in his quiver he hid me away.
3 And he said to me, “You are my servant,
    Israel, in whom I will be glorified.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63c02ff9d0844b5825b62d97Sun, 15 Jan 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutIsaiah 49:1-3 (NRSV)49 Listen to me, O coastlands;     pay attention, you peoples from far away! The Lord called me before I was born;     while I was in my mother’s womb he named me. 2 He made my mouth like a sharp sword;     in the shadow of his...    pay attention, you peoples from far away!
The Lord called me before I was born;
    while I was in my mother’s womb he named me.
2 He made my mouth like a sharp sword;
    in the shadow of his hand he hid me;
he made me a polished arrow;
    in his quiver he hid me away.
3 And he said to me, “You are my servant,
    Israel, in whom I will be glorified.”]]>1804christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/carrying-out-the-plana] from the east came to Jerusalem, 2 asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star in the east[b] and have come to pay him homage.” 3 When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him, 4 and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah[c] was to be born. 5 They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it has been written by the prophet:6 ‘And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah,
    are by no means least among the rulers of Judah,
for from you shall come a ruler
    who is to shepherd[d] my people Israel.’ ”7 Then Herod secretly called for the magi[e] and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. 8 Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage.” 9 When they had heard the king, they set out, and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen in the east,[f] until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw that the star had stopped,[g] they were overwhelmed with joy. 11 On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. 12 And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63b5a9b6fcfc0b210dec64a4Sun, 08 Jan 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 2:1-12 (NRSV)The Visit of the Magi2 In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, magi[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+2%3A1-12&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-23171a] from the east came to...a] from the east came to Jerusalem, 2 asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star in the east[b] and have come to pay him homage.” 3 When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him, 4 and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah[c] was to be born. 5 They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it has been written by the prophet:6 ‘And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah,
    are by no means least among the rulers of Judah,
for from you shall come a ruler
    who is to shepherd[d] my people Israel.’ ”7 Then Herod secretly called for the magi[e] and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. 8 Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage.” 9 When they had heard the king, they set out, and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen in the east,[f] until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw that the star had stopped,[g] they were overwhelmed with joy. 11 On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. 12 And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road.]]>1813christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/its-a-new-thing    who makes a way in the sea,
    a path in the mighty waters,
17 who brings out chariot and horse,
    army and warrior;
they lie down; they cannot rise;
    they are extinguished, quenched like a wick:
18 Do not remember the former things
    or consider the things of old.
19 I am about to do a new thing;
    now it springs forth; do you not perceive it?
I will make a way in the wilderness
    and rivers in the desert.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63adb8832eceb13b3932e38eSun, 01 Jan 2023 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutIsaiah 43:16-19 (NRSV)16 Thus says the Lord,     who makes a way in the sea,     a path in the mighty waters, 17 who brings out chariot and horse,     army and warrior; they lie down; they cannot rise;     they are extinguished, quenched like a wick:...    who makes a way in the sea,
    a path in the mighty waters,
17 who brings out chariot and horse,
    army and warrior;
they lie down; they cannot rise;
    they are extinguished, quenched like a wick:
18 Do not remember the former things
    or consider the things of old.
19 I am about to do a new thing;
    now it springs forth; do you not perceive it?
I will make a way in the wilderness
    and rivers in the desert.]]>1256christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/how-beautiful    are the feet of the messenger who announces peace,
who brings good news,
    who announces salvation,
    who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.”
8 Listen! Your sentinels lift up their voices;
    together they shout for joy,
for in plain sight they see
    the return of the Lord to Zion.
9 Break forth; shout together for joy,
    you ruins of Jerusalem,
for the Lord has comforted his people;
    he has redeemed Jerusalem.
10 The Lord has bared his holy arm
    before the eyes of all the nations,
and all the ends of the earth shall see
    the salvation of our God.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63a3578c5f4f7d793accfaabSun, 25 Dec 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutIsaiah 52:7-10 (NRSV)7 How beautiful upon the mountains     are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings good news,     who announces salvation,     who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” 8 Listen! Your sentinels lift up their voices;...    are the feet of the messenger who announces peace,
who brings good news,
    who announces salvation,
    who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.”
8 Listen! Your sentinels lift up their voices;
    together they shout for joy,
for in plain sight they see
    the return of the Lord to Zion.
9 Break forth; shout together for joy,
    you ruins of Jerusalem,
for the Lord has comforted his people;
    he has redeemed Jerusalem.
10 The Lord has bared his holy arm
    before the eyes of all the nations,
and all the ends of the earth shall see
    the salvation of our God.]]>1489christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/grace-has-arriveda] 12 training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope and the manifestation of the glory of our great God and Savior,[b] Jesus Christ. 14 He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63a3568a787f06305686106cSat, 24 Dec 2022 22:30:00 +0000Matt StoutTitus 2:11-14 (NRSV)11 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all,[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Titus%202%3A11-14&version=NRSVUE#fen-NRSVUE-29903a] 12 training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions and in...a] 12 training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope and the manifestation of the glory of our great God and Savior,[b] Jesus Christ. 14 He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds.]]>1443christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/and-this-will-be-a-sign-to-you-christmas579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63a352fbbc1c857d23cc9740Sun, 18 Dec 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt Stout2550christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/did-you-find-what-youre-looking-fora] was doing, he sent word by his[b] disciples 3 and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” 4 Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: 5 the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, those with a skin disease are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them. 6 And blessed is anyone who takes no offense at me.”7 As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to look at? A reed shaken by the wind? 8 What, then, did you go out to see? Someone[c] dressed in soft robes? Look, those who wear soft robes are in royal palaces. 9 What, then, did you go out to see? A prophet?[d] Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. 10 This is the one about whom it is written,‘See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you,
    who will prepare your way before you.’]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63920fcc8f708425f511c80bSun, 11 Dec 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 11:1-10 (NRSV)11 Now when Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and proclaim his message in their cities.2 When John heard in prison what the...a] was doing, he sent word by his[b] disciples 3 and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” 4 Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: 5 the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, those with a skin disease are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them. 6 And blessed is anyone who takes no offense at me.”7 As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to look at? A reed shaken by the wind? 8 What, then, did you go out to see? Someone[c] dressed in soft robes? Look, those who wear soft robes are in royal palaces. 9 What, then, did you go out to see? A prophet?[d] Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. 10 This is the one about whom it is written,‘See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you,
    who will prepare your way before you.’]]>1425christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/keeping-it-pure579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63863f89a4079a56aa8eab4eSun, 04 Dec 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 3:1-12 (NRSV)In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” This is the one of whom the prophet Isaiah spoke when he said, “The voice of one crying out in...1231christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/observant-living579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:637e54efdc081e7c35b6d77eMon, 28 Nov 2022 03:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMATTHEW 24: 36-44 (NRSV)The Necessity for Watchfulness36“But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 37For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 38For as in...1777christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/rescued579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63750ba651e54425c5974e8aMon, 21 Nov 2022 03:30:00 +0000Matt StoutColossians 1:11-20 NRSVMay you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the...1715christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/not-yet-but-one-daya] is revealed, the man doomed to destruction. 4 He will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God or is worshiped, so that he sets himself up in God’s temple, proclaiming himself to be God.5 Don’t you remember that when I was with you I used to tell you these things?]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63628fe7b05dc8565e00afe1Sun, 06 Nov 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt Stout2 Thessalonians 2:1-5 (NIV)The Man of Lawlessness2 Concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered to him, we ask you, brothers and sisters, 2 not to become easily unsettled or alarmed by the teaching allegedly from us—whether by...a] is revealed, the man doomed to destruction. 4 He will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God or is worshiped, so that he sets himself up in God’s temple, proclaiming himself to be God.5 Don’t you remember that when I was with you I used to tell you these things?]]>1442christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/edifying-gossip-and-godly-service579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:635948480ea08d3898343debSun, 30 Oct 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutEphesians 4:29 (KJV)29 Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.Matthew 4:10 (KJV)10 Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is...1131christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/are-they-really-that-different579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:635944584fd8302e38f6272eSun, 23 Oct 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 18:9-14 (NIV)The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector9 To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else, Jesus told this parable: 10 “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the...1039christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/keeping-faith-in-motion579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6349735987028563fd5ec0f7Sun, 16 Oct 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 18:1-8 (NIV)The Parable of the Persistent Widow18 Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. 2 He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared what people...1861christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/living-as-i-am-receivinga] met him. They stood at a distance 13 and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!”14 When he saw them, he said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went, they were cleansed.15 One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. 16 He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him—and he was a Samaritan.17 Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? 18 Has no one returned to give praise to God except this foreigner?” 19 Then he said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6346feee2e48366bee4e4749Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 17:11-19 (NIV)Jesus Heals Ten Men With Leprosy11 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. 12 As he was going into a village, ten men who had...a] met him. They stood at a distance 13 and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!”14 When he saw them, he said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went, they were cleansed.15 One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. 16 He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him—and he was a Samaritan.17 Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? 18 Has no one returned to give praise to God except this foreigner?” 19 Then he said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.”]]>1753christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/active-duty-christians579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63348a26d6ed96382593ddf3Sun, 02 Oct 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 17:5-10 (NIV)5 The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!”6 He replied, “If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you.7 “Suppose one of you...1397christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/dont-lose-focus579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:632b6ae7668803205b54679cSun, 25 Sep 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 Timothy 6:6-12 (NIV) 6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. 8 But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. 9 Those who want to get rich fall into...1780christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/distractions-then-distractions-now579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:632b53b29147805e371d2f46Mon, 19 Sep 2022 02:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 Timothy 1:12-17 (NIV)The Lord’s Grace to Paul12 I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service. 13 Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I...1748christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-potters-handsa]wheel. 4 And the vessel that he [b]made of clay was [c]marred in the hand of the potter; so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make.5 Then the word of the Lord came to me, saying: 6 “O house of Israel, can I not do with you as this potter?” says the Lord. “Look, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel! 7 The instant I speak concerning a nation and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, to pull down, and to destroy it, 8 if that nation against whom I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent of the disaster that I thought to bring upon it. 9 And the instant I speak concerning a nation and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it, 10 if it does evil in My sight so that it does not obey My voice, then I will relent concerning the good with which I said I would benefit it.11 “Now therefore, speak to the men of Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying, ‘Thus says the Lord: “Behold, I am fashioning a disaster and devising a plan against you. Return now every one from his evil way, and make your ways and your doings good.” ’ ”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6319fd495375a36562d5ded9Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutThe Potter and the Clay (NKJV)18 The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying: 2 “Arise and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will cause you to hear My words.” 3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and there he was, making...a]wheel. 4 And the vessel that he [b]made of clay was [c]marred in the hand of the potter; so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make.5 Then the word of the Lord came to me, saying: 6 “O house of Israel, can I not do with you as this potter?” says the Lord. “Look, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel! 7 The instant I speak concerning a nation and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, to pull down, and to destroy it, 8 if that nation against whom I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent of the disaster that I thought to bring upon it. 9 And the instant I speak concerning a nation and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it, 10 if it does evil in My sight so that it does not obey My voice, then I will relent concerning the good with which I said I would benefit it.11 “Now therefore, speak to the men of Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying, ‘Thus says the Lord: “Behold, I am fashioning a disaster and devising a plan against you. Return now every one from his evil way, and make your ways and your doings good.” ’ ”]]>1768christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/sermon-august-28-2022    never will I forsake you.”[a]6 So we say with confidence,“The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.
    What can mere mortals do to me?”[b]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:630f80ffdf345d354d609daaSun, 28 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutHebrews 13:1-6 (NIV)13 Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. 2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. 3 Continue to remember those in prison as if...    never will I forsake you.”[a]6 So we say with confidence,“The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.
    What can mere mortals do to me?”[b]]]>1984christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/lift-them-upa] you,
    before you were born I set you apart;
    I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”6 “Alas, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am too young.”7 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.9 Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put my words in your mouth. 10 See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:63063ece6444601de9164aa2Sun, 21 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJeremiah 1:4-10 (NIV)The Call of Jeremiah4 The word of the Lord came to me, saying,5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah%201%3A4-10&version=NIV#fen-NIV-18952a] you,     before you were born...a] you,
    before you were born I set you apart;
    I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”6 “Alas, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am too young.”7 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.9 Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put my words in your mouth. 10 See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.”]]>1808christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/searching-for-a-land-far-awaya] considered him faithful who had made the promise. 12 And so from this one man, and he as good as dead, came descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as countless as the sand on the seashore.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62fcfd47f1c52f2191e350dfSun, 14 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutHebrews 11:1-3 (NIV)11 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for.3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was...a] considered him faithful who had made the promise. 12 And so from this one man, and he as good as dead, came descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as countless as the sand on the seashore.]]>1633christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/jesus-saves579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62fcf858075f492a10ee38c8Sun, 07 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1691christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/settled-in-the-land    How can I hand you over, Israel?
How can I treat you like Admah?
    How can I make you like Zeboyim?
My heart is changed within me;
    all my compassion is aroused.
9 I will not carry out my fierce anger,
    nor will I devastate Ephraim again.
For I am God, and not a man—
    the Holy One among you.
    I will not come against their cities.
10 They will follow the Lord;
    he will roar like a lion.
When he roars,
    his children will come trembling from the west.
11 They will come from Egypt,
    trembling like sparrows,
    from Assyria, fluttering like doves.
I will settle them in their homes,”
    declares the Lord.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62e16256dd5a031d4d791974Sun, 31 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutHosea 11:8-11 (NIV)8 “How can I give you up, Ephraim?     How can I hand you over, Israel? How can I treat you like Admah?     How can I make you like Zeboyim? My heart is changed within me;     all my compassion is aroused. 9 I will not carry out my...    How can I hand you over, Israel?
How can I treat you like Admah?
    How can I make you like Zeboyim?
My heart is changed within me;
    all my compassion is aroused.
9 I will not carry out my fierce anger,
    nor will I devastate Ephraim again.
For I am God, and not a man—
    the Holy One among you.
    I will not come against their cities.
10 They will follow the Lord;
    he will roar like a lion.
When he roars,
    his children will come trembling from the west.
11 They will come from Egypt,
    trembling like sparrows,
    from Assyria, fluttering like doves.
I will settle them in their homes,”
    declares the Lord.]]>1878christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/god-is-able-and-willing-to-givea] he will surely get up and give you as much as you need.9 “So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 10 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62d95cf870971d2fba589255Sun, 24 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 11:5-10 (NIV)5 Then Jesus said to them, “Suppose you have a friend, and you go to him at midnight and say, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves of bread; 6 a friend of mine on a journey has come to me, and I have no food to offer him.’ 7 And suppose the...a] he will surely get up and give you as much as you need.9 “So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 10 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.]]>1827christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/only-to-hear-the-word-of-goda] Many, many bodies—flung everywhere! Silence!”4 Hear this, you who trample the needy
    and do away with the poor of the land,5 saying,“When will the New Moon be over
    that we may sell grain,
and the Sabbath be ended
    that we may market wheat?”—
skimping on the measure,
    boosting the price
    and cheating with dishonest scales,
6 buying the poor with silver
    and the needy for a pair of sandals,
    selling even the sweepings with the wheat.7 The Lord has sworn by himself, the Pride of Jacob: “I will never forget anything they have done.8 “Will not the land tremble for this,
    and all who live in it mourn?
The whole land will rise like the Nile;
    it will be stirred up and then sink
    like the river of Egypt.9 “In that day,” declares the Sovereign Lord,“I will make the sun go down at noon
    and darken the earth in broad daylight.
10 I will turn your religious festivals into mourning
    and all your singing into weeping.
I will make all of you wear sackcloth
    and shave your heads.
I will make that time like mourning for an only son
    and the end of it like a bitter day.11 “The days are coming,” declares the Sovereign Lord,
    “when I will send a famine through the land—
not a famine of food or a thirst for water,
    but a famine of hearing the words of the Lord.
12 People will stagger from sea to sea
    and wander from north to east,
searching for the word of the Lord,
    but they will not find it.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62d0340c2c5383488b114f03Sun, 17 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutAmos 8:1-12 (NIV)A Basket of Ripe Fruit8 This is what the Sovereign Lord showed me: a basket of ripe fruit. 2 “What do you see, Amos?” he asked.“A basket of ripe fruit,” I answered.Then the Lord said to me, “The time is ripe for my people Israel; I...a] Many, many bodies—flung everywhere! Silence!”4 Hear this, you who trample the needy
    and do away with the poor of the land,5 saying,“When will the New Moon be over
    that we may sell grain,
and the Sabbath be ended
    that we may market wheat?”—
skimping on the measure,
    boosting the price
    and cheating with dishonest scales,
6 buying the poor with silver
    and the needy for a pair of sandals,
    selling even the sweepings with the wheat.7 The Lord has sworn by himself, the Pride of Jacob: “I will never forget anything they have done.8 “Will not the land tremble for this,
    and all who live in it mourn?
The whole land will rise like the Nile;
    it will be stirred up and then sink
    like the river of Egypt.9 “In that day,” declares the Sovereign Lord,“I will make the sun go down at noon
    and darken the earth in broad daylight.
10 I will turn your religious festivals into mourning
    and all your singing into weeping.
I will make all of you wear sackcloth
    and shave your heads.
I will make that time like mourning for an only son
    and the end of it like a bitter day.11 “The days are coming,” declares the Sovereign Lord,
    “when I will send a famine through the land—
not a famine of food or a thirst for water,
    but a famine of hearing the words of the Lord.
12 People will stagger from sea to sea
    and wander from north to east,
searching for the word of the Lord,
    but they will not find it.]]>2124christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/one-missiona] striving together as one for the faith of the gospel]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62ced70dc766794f7642f9c7Sun, 10 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0000Matt StoutPhilippians 1:27 (NIV)Life Worthy of the Gospel27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one...a] striving together as one for the faith of the gospel]]>1576christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/keeping-up-the-encouragementa]:2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.Thanksgiving and Prayer3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62bc822e62e90869b41f8d6eSun, 03 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPhilippians 1:1-6 (NIV)1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus,To all God’s holy people in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and...a]:2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.Thanksgiving and Prayer3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.]]>1314christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/love-like-jesusa] that person is still living in darkness. 10 Anyone who loves a fellow believer[b] is living in the light and does not cause others to stumble. 11 But anyone who hates a fellow believer is still living and walking in darkness. Such a person does not know the way to go, having been blinded by the darkness.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62b335f819072b7c70cca1aaSun, 26 Jun 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 John 2:1-6, 9-11 (NLT)2 My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous. 2 He himself is the...a] that person is still living in darkness. 10 Anyone who loves a fellow believer[b] is living in the light and does not cause others to stumble. 11 But anyone who hates a fellow believer is still living and walking in darkness. Such a person does not know the way to go, having been blinded by the darkness.]]>615christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/my-fathers-house579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62ab33fe6ac0ce715857bdc9Sun, 19 Jun 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJohn 14:1-4 (MEV)Jesus the Way to the Father14 “Let not your heart be troubled. You believe in God. Believe also in Me. 2 In My Father’s house are many dwelling places. If it were not so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you....1069christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/have-you-been-called    or speak in his name,
his word burns in my heart like a fire.
    It’s like a fire in my bones!
I am worn out trying to hold it in!
    I can’t do it!]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62a34fd8f596167a5276813bSun, 12 Jun 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJeremiah 20:9 (NLT)9 But if I say I’ll never mention the Lord     or speak in his name, his word burns in my heart like a fire.     It’s like a fire in my bones! I am worn out trying to hold it in!     I can’t do it!    or speak in his name,
his word burns in my heart like a fire.
    It’s like a fire in my bones!
I am worn out trying to hold it in!
    I can’t do it!]]>984christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/living-life-undefeated579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62a0af98a064e173d19fed41Sun, 05 Jun 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJohn 14:8-11 (NIV)8 Philip said, “Lord, show us the Father and that will be enough for us.”9 Jesus answered: “Don’t you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say,...1413christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/presenting-the-evidencea] with them, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for the Father’s promise. “This,” He said, “is what you heard from Me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:62911d5524b16f31547945e5Sun, 29 May 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 1:1-5 (HCSB)1 I wrote the first narrative, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach 2 until the day He was taken up, after He had given orders through the Holy Spirit to the apostles He had chosen. 3 After He had suffered, He also...a] with them, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for the Father’s promise. “This,” He said, “is what you heard from Me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”]]>1817christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/are-you-sure-thats-what-god-wants579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:629036168b07b857a0d8891bSun, 22 May 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 16:6-10 (NIV)Paul’s Vision of the Man of Macedonia6 Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia. 7 When they came to the border...1749christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/breaking-down-the-walls579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6286650a1d43844d85eeefebSun, 15 May 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 11:1-9 (NIV)Peter Explains His Actions11 The apostles and the believers throughout Judea heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God. 2 So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers criticized him 3 and said, “You...1735christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-power-of-being-present579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:627bd0255268592a394719fcSun, 08 May 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 9:36-43 (NIV)36 In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (in Greek her name is Dorcas); she was always doing good and helping the poor. 37 About that time she became sick and died, and her body was washed and placed in an upstairs room....2099christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/its-hard-to-see579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:626b3331a38c45402a0554bdSun, 01 May 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 9:1-6 (NIV)Saul’s Conversion9 Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest 2 and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged...1405christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/god-before-man579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:626ae24b1b6c545dfbc74ba1Sun, 24 Apr 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 5:27-32 (NIV)27 The apostles were brought in and made to appear before the Sanhedrin to be questioned by the high priest. 28 “We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name,” he said. “Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are...1856christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/christ-has-overcome579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:625c97db6e7206790502f310Sun, 17 Apr 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 10:34-43 (NIV)34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism 35 but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right. 36 You know the message God sent to the people of Israel,...1395christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/moments-of-the-cross579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:626187877a5b3b4defab3273Fri, 15 Apr 2022 22:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1645christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/walk-strongly-walk-humblydid not consider equality with God
as something to be used for His own advantage.[a]
7 Instead He emptied Himself
by assuming the form of a slave,
taking on the likeness of men.
And when He had come as a man
in His external form,
8 He humbled Himself by becoming obedient
to the point of death—
even to death on a cross.
9 For this reason God highly exalted Him
and gave Him the name
that is above every name,
10 so that at the name of Jesus
every knee will bow—
of those who are in heaven and on earth
and under the earth—
11 and every tongue should confess
that Jesus Christ is Lord,[b]
to the glory of God the Father.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6256e27f6a2fc2707b0fea5cSun, 10 Apr 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPhilippians 2:5-11 (HCSB)Christ’s Humility and Exaltation5 Make your own attitude that of Christ Jesus,6 who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God as something to be used for His own...did not consider equality with God
as something to be used for His own advantage.[a]
7 Instead He emptied Himself
by assuming the form of a slave,
taking on the likeness of men.
And when He had come as a man
in His external form,
8 He humbled Himself by becoming obedient
to the point of death—
even to death on a cross.
9 For this reason God highly exalted Him
and gave Him the name
that is above every name,
10 so that at the name of Jesus
every knee will bow—
of those who are in heaven and on earth
and under the earth—
11 and every tongue should confess
that Jesus Christ is Lord,[b]
to the glory of God the Father.]]>1768christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/time-on-my-handsa] was, the one Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 So they gave a dinner for Him there; Martha was serving them, and Lazarus was one of those reclining at the table with Him. 3 Then Mary took a pound of fragrant oil—pure and expensive nard—anointed Jesus’ feet, and wiped His feet with her hair. So the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.4 Then one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot (who was about to betray Him), said, 5 “Why wasn’t this fragrant oil sold for 300 denarii[b] and given to the poor?” 6 He didn’t say this because he cared about the poor but because he was a thief. He was in charge of the money-bag and would steal part of what was put in it.7 Jesus answered, “Leave her alone; she has kept it for the day of My burial. 8 For you always have the poor with you, but you do not always have Me.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6245ac2a4bbb840333be50b2Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJohn 12:1-8 (HCSB)The Anointing at Bethany12 Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany where Lazarus[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+12%3A1-8&version=HCSB#fen-HCSB-26582a] was, the one Jesus had raised from the...a] was, the one Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 So they gave a dinner for Him there; Martha was serving them, and Lazarus was one of those reclining at the table with Him. 3 Then Mary took a pound of fragrant oil—pure and expensive nard—anointed Jesus’ feet, and wiped His feet with her hair. So the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.4 Then one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot (who was about to betray Him), said, 5 “Why wasn’t this fragrant oil sold for 300 denarii[b] and given to the poor?” 6 He didn’t say this because he cared about the poor but because he was a thief. He was in charge of the money-bag and would steal part of what was put in it.7 Jesus answered, “Leave her alone; she has kept it for the day of My burial. 8 For you always have the poor with you, but you do not always have Me.”]]>2152christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-joy-of-forgivenesswhose transgression is forgiven,
whose sin is covered!
2 How joyful is the man
the Lord does not charge with sin
and in whose spirit is no deceit!3 When I kept silent, my bones became brittle
from my groaning all day long.
4 For day and night Your hand was heavy on me;
my strength was drained[a]
as in the summer’s heat.Selah
5 Then I acknowledged my sin to You
and did not conceal my iniquity.
I said,
“I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,”
and You took away the guilt of my sin.Selah]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:623b4b766a64ea3c2afdb457Sun, 27 Mar 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPsalm 32:1-5 (Holman Christian Standard Bible)1 How joyful is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered! 2 How joyful is the man the Lord does not charge with sin and in whose spirit is no deceit!3 When I kept silent, my bones...whose transgression is forgiven,
whose sin is covered!
2 How joyful is the man
the Lord does not charge with sin
and in whose spirit is no deceit!3 When I kept silent, my bones became brittle
from my groaning all day long.
4 For day and night Your hand was heavy on me;
my strength was drained[a]
as in the summer’s heat.Selah
5 Then I acknowledged my sin to You
and did not conceal my iniquity.
I said,
“I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,”
and You took away the guilt of my sin.Selah]]>2018christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/running-the-risk-of-investmentsa] responded to them, “Do you think that these Galileans were more sinful than all Galileans because they suffered these things? 3 No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish as well! 4 Or those 18 that the tower in Siloam fell on and killed—do you think they were more sinful than all the people who live in Jerusalem? 5 No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish as well!”6 And He told this parable: “A man had a fig tree that was planted in his vineyard. He came looking for fruit on it and found none. 7 He told the vineyard worker, ‘Listen, for three years I have come looking for fruit on this fig tree and haven’t found any. Cut it down! Why should it even waste the soil?’8 “But he replied to him, ‘Sir,[b] leave it this year also, until I dig around it and fertilize it. 9 Perhaps it will bear fruit next year, but if not, you can cut it down.’”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:623b40d39edc1345a60fc9e5Sun, 20 Mar 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 13:1-9 (Holman Christian Standard Bible)1 At that time, some people came and reported to Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices. 2 And...a] responded to them, “Do you think that these Galileans were more sinful than all Galileans because they suffered these things? 3 No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish as well! 4 Or those 18 that the tower in Siloam fell on and killed—do you think they were more sinful than all the people who live in Jerusalem? 5 No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish as well!”6 And He told this parable: “A man had a fig tree that was planted in his vineyard. He came looking for fruit on it and found none. 7 He told the vineyard worker, ‘Listen, for three years I have come looking for fruit on this fig tree and haven’t found any. Cut it down! Why should it even waste the soil?’8 “But he replied to him, ‘Sir,[b] leave it this year also, until I dig around it and fertilize it. 9 Perhaps it will bear fruit next year, but if not, you can cut it down.’”]]>1865christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/casting-doubt-asideI am your shield;
your reward will be very great.2 But Abram said, “Lord God, what can You give me, since I am childless and the heir of my house is Eliezer of Damascus?”[a] 3 Abram continued, “Look, You have given me no offspring, so a slave born in[b] my house will be my heir.”4 Now the word of the Lord came to him: “This one will not be your heir; instead, one who comes from your own body[c] will be your heir.” 5 He took him outside and said, “Look at the sky and count the stars, if you are able to count them.” Then He said to him, “Your offspring will be that numerous.”6 Abram believed the Lord, and He credited it to him as righteousness.7 He also said to him, “I am Yahweh who brought you from Ur of the Chaldeans to give you this land to possess.”17 When the sun had set and it was dark, a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch appeared and passed between the divided animals. 18 On that day the Lord made a covenant with Abram, saying, “I give this land to your offspring, from the brook of Egypt to the Euphrates River:[a]v]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:622a2e587dd3454aabecc08eSun, 13 Mar 2022 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutGenesis 15:1-7 (HCSB)The Abrahamic Covenant15 After these events, the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision:Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield; your reward will be very great.2 But Abram said, “Lord God, what can You give me, since I am...I am your shield;
your reward will be very great.2 But Abram said, “Lord God, what can You give me, since I am childless and the heir of my house is Eliezer of Damascus?”[a] 3 Abram continued, “Look, You have given me no offspring, so a slave born in[b] my house will be my heir.”4 Now the word of the Lord came to him: “This one will not be your heir; instead, one who comes from your own body[c] will be your heir.” 5 He took him outside and said, “Look at the sky and count the stars, if you are able to count them.” Then He said to him, “Your offspring will be that numerous.”6 Abram believed the Lord, and He credited it to him as righteousness.7 He also said to him, “I am Yahweh who brought you from Ur of the Chaldeans to give you this land to possess.”17 When the sun had set and it was dark, a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch appeared and passed between the divided animals. 18 On that day the Lord made a covenant with Abram, saying, “I give this land to your offspring, from the brook of Egypt to the Euphrates River:[a]v]]>1494christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/my-hearts-declarationa] 6 But the righteousness that is by faith says: “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’”[b] (that is, to bring Christ down) 7 “or ‘Who will descend into the deep?’”[c] (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,”[d] that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 11 As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.”[e] 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”[f]14 How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? 15 And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”[g]16 But not all the Israelites accepted the good news. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our message?”[h] 17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. 18 But I ask: Did they not hear? Of course they did:“Their voice has gone out into all the earth,
    their words to the ends of the world.”[i]19 Again I ask: Did Israel not understand? First, Moses says,“I will make you envious by those who are not a nation;
    I will make you angry by a nation that has no understanding.”[j]20 And Isaiah boldly says,“I was found by those who did not seek me;
    I revealed myself to those who did not ask for me.”[k]21 But concerning Israel he says,“All day long I have held out my hands
    to a disobedient and obstinate people.”[l]The Remnant of Israel11 I ask then: Did God reject his people? By no means! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. 2 God did not reject his people, whom he foreknew. Don’t you know what Scripture says in the passage about Elijah—how he appealed to God against Israel: 3 “Lord, they have killed your prophets and torn down your altars; I am the only one left, and they are trying to kill me”[m]? 4 And what was God’s answer to him? “I have reserved for myself seven thousand who have not bowed the knee to Baal.”[n] 5 So too, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace. 6 And if by grace, then it cannot be based on works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace.7 What then? What the people of Israel sought so earnestly they did not obtain. The elect among them did, but the others were hardened, 8 as it is written:“God gave them a spirit of stupor,
    eyes that could not see
    and ears that could not hear,
to this very day.”[o]9 And David says:“May their table become a snare and a trap,
    a stumbling block and a retribution for them.
10 May their eyes be darkened so they cannot see,
    and their backs be bent forever.”[p]]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6222347e24dd242dff87bb7aSun, 06 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutRomans 10:5-11:10 (NIV)5 Moses writes this about the righteousness that is by the law: “The person who does these things will live by them.”[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%2010%3A5-11%3A10&version=NIV#fen-NIV-28194a] 6 But the...a] 6 But the righteousness that is by faith says: “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’”[b] (that is, to bring Christ down) 7 “or ‘Who will descend into the deep?’”[c] (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,”[d] that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 11 As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.”[e] 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”[f]14 How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? 15 And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”[g]16 But not all the Israelites accepted the good news. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our message?”[h] 17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. 18 But I ask: Did they not hear? Of course they did:“Their voice has gone out into all the earth,
    their words to the ends of the world.”[i]19 Again I ask: Did Israel not understand? First, Moses says,“I will make you envious by those who are not a nation;
    I will make you angry by a nation that has no understanding.”[j]20 And Isaiah boldly says,“I was found by those who did not seek me;
    I revealed myself to those who did not ask for me.”[k]21 But concerning Israel he says,“All day long I have held out my hands
    to a disobedient and obstinate people.”[1652christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/i-just-dont-knowa] which he was about to bring to fulfillment at Jerusalem. 32 Peter and his companions were very sleepy, but when they became fully awake, they saw his glory and the two men standing with him. 33 As the men were leaving Jesus, Peter said to him, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.)34 While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. 35 A voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.” 36 When the voice had spoken, they found that Jesus was alone. The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone at that time what they had seen.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6217bb381ccbcf2760f52f33Sun, 27 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 9:27-36 (NIV)27 “Truly I tell you, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God.”The Transfiguration28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a...a] which he was about to bring to fulfillment at Jerusalem. 32 Peter and his companions were very sleepy, but when they became fully awake, they saw his glory and the two men standing with him. 33 As the men were leaving Jesus, Peter said to him, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.)34 While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. 35 A voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.” 36 When the voice had spoken, they found that Jesus was alone. The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone at that time what they had seen.]]>2004christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/trust-god-and-forgive-thema]8 “So then, it was not you who sent me here, but God. He made me father to Pharaoh, lord of his entire household and ruler of all Egypt. 9 Now hurry back to my father and say to him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me; don’t delay. 10 You shall live in the region of Goshen and be near me—you, your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and all you have. 11 I will provide for you there, because five years of famine are still to come. Otherwise you and your household and all who belong to you will become destitute.’]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6217b7ebc2b05317ee80e595Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutGenesis 45:3-11 (NIV)3 Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still living?” But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence.4 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they...a]8 “So then, it was not you who sent me here, but God. He made me father to Pharaoh, lord of his entire household and ruler of all Egypt. 9 Now hurry back to my father and say to him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me; don’t delay. 10 You shall live in the region of Goshen and be near me—you, your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and all you have. 11 I will provide for you there, because five years of famine are still to come. Otherwise you and your household and all who belong to you will become destitute.’]]>2344christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/christ-our-everything579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:620e5a328c9f1f0e984290cfSun, 13 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 6:12-19 (NKJV)The Twelve Apostles12 Now it came to pass in those days that He went out to the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God. 13 And when it was day, He called His disciples to Himself; and from them He chose twelve...1840christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/uncluttered-hallelujah579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6203e68534e6354adcd4eb1eSun, 06 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutEphesians 4:17-24 (NIV)Instructions for Christian Living17 So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. 18 They are darkened in their understanding and separated...1540christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/trusting-god-trusting-youa] you,
    before you were born I set you apart;
    I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”6 “Alas, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am too young.”7 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.9 Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put my words in your mouth. 10 See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61fc0f560c8a156fa19cc19eSun, 30 Jan 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJeremiah 1:4-10 (NIV)The Call of Jeremiah4 The word of the Lord came to me, saying,5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah%201%3A4-10&version=NIV#fen-NIV-18952a] you,     before you were...a] you,
    before you were born I set you apart;
    I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”6 “Alas, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am too young.”7 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.9 Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put my words in your mouth. 10 See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.”]]>1443christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/working-as-onea]into one Spirit. 14 For in fact the body is not one member but many.15 If the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I am not of the body,” is it therefore not of the body? 16 And if the ear should say, “Because I am not an eye, I am not of the body,” is it therefore not of the body? 17 If the whole body were an eye, where would be the hearing? If the whole were hearing, where would be the smelling? 18 But now God has set the members, each one of them, in the body just as He pleased. 19 And if they were all one member, where would the body be?20 But now indeed there are many members, yet one body.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61f2ed6d4f65a92c13458148Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 Corinthians 12:12-20 (NKJV)Unity and Diversity in One Body12 For as the body is one and has many members, but all the members of that one body, being many, are one body, so also is Christ. 13 For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one...a]into one Spirit. 14 For in fact the body is not one member but many.15 If the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I am not of the body,” is it therefore not of the body? 16 And if the ear should say, “Because I am not an eye, I am not of the body,” is it therefore not of the body? 17 If the whole body were an eye, where would be the hearing? If the whole were hearing, where would be the smelling? 18 But now God has set the members, each one of them, in the body just as He pleased. 19 And if they were all one member, where would the body be?20 But now indeed there are many members, yet one body.]]>2084christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/given-a-gifta] and to still another the interpretation of tongues.[b] 11 All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61e4b3da918c033c4134a6a8Sun, 16 Jan 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt Stout1 Corinthians 12:4-11 (NIV)4 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. 5 There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. 6 There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same...a] and to still another the interpretation of tongues.[b] 11 All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines.]]>1738christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/a-gift-of-power579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61e0de4b14737d431d4f3c6dSun, 09 Jan 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 8:14-17 (NIV)14 When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent Peter and John to Samaria. 15 When they arrived, they prayed for the new believers there that they might receive the Holy Spirit, 16 because...1822christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/let-it-be-revealeda]dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, 3 how that by revelation He made known to me the mystery (as I have briefly written already, 4 by which, when you read, you may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ), 5 which in other ages was not made known to the sons of men, as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to His holy apostles and prophets: 6 that the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, of the same body, and partakers of His promise in Christ through the gospel, 7 of which I became a minister according to the gift of the grace of God given to me by the effective working of His power.Purpose of the Mystery8 To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, 9 and to make all see what is the [b]fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things [c]through Jesus Christ; 10 to the intent that now the [d]manifold wisdom of God might be made known by the church to the [e]principalities and powers in the heavenly places, 11 according to the eternal purpose which He accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12 in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in Him.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61d70189c484c37b908c01e5Sun, 02 Jan 2022 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutEphesians 3:1-12 (NKJV)The Mystery Revealed3 For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for you Gentiles— 2 if indeed you have heard of...a]dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, 3 how that by revelation He made known to me the mystery (as I have briefly written already, 4 by which, when you read, you may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ), 5 which in other ages was not made known to the sons of men, as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to His holy apostles and prophets: 6 that the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, of the same body, and partakers of His promise in Christ through the gospel, 7 of which I became a minister according to the gift of the grace of God given to me by the effective working of His power.Purpose of the Mystery8 To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, 9 and to make all see what is the [b]fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things [c]through Jesus Christ; 10 to the intent that now the [d]manifold wisdom of God might be made known by the church to the [e]principalities and powers in the heavenly places, 11 according to the eternal purpose which He accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12 in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in Him.]]>1984christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/give-what-has-been-givena]dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, 3 how that by revelation He made known to me the mystery (as I have briefly written already, 4 by which, when you read, you may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ), 5 which in other ages was not made known to the sons of men, as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to His holy apostles and prophets: 6 that the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, of the same body, and partakers of His promise in Christ through the gospel, 7 of which I became a minister according to the gift of the grace of God given to me by the effective working of His power.Purpose of the Mystery8 To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, 9 and to make all see what is the [b]fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things [c]through Jesus Christ; 10 to the intent that now the [d]manifold wisdom of God might be made known by the church to the [e]principalities and powers in the heavenly places, 11 according to the eternal purpose which He accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12 in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in Him.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61cf7ac3c33bc733fbdf58d7Sun, 26 Dec 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPlease note: the sermon is incomplete, The camera and computer link was lost when the internet failed. We apologize for any inconvenience....a]dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, 3 how that by revelation He made known to me the mystery (as I have briefly written already, 4 by which, when you read, you may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ), 5 which in other ages was not made known to the sons of men, as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to His holy apostles and prophets: 6 that the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, of the same body, and partakers of His promise in Christ through the gospel, 7 of which I became a minister according to the gift of the grace of God given to me by the effective working of His power.Purpose of the Mystery8 To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, 9 and to make all see what is the [b]fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things [c]through Jesus Christ; 10 to the intent that now the [d]manifold wisdom of God might be made known by the church to the [e]principalities and powers in the heavenly places, 11 according to the eternal purpose which He accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12 in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in Him.]]>917christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/expect-jesus-christmas-eve-candlelight-sa]wife, who was with child. 6 So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a [b]manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.Glory in the Highest8 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And [c]behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. 10 Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. 11 For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a [d]manger.”13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying:14 “Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace, goodwill[e] toward men!”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61c693ee34a9744a41584569Fri, 24 Dec 2021 22:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 2:1-14 (NKJV)Christ Born of Mary2 And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So all went to be...a]wife, who was with child. 6 So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a [b]manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.Glory in the Highest8 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And [c]behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. 10 Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. 11 For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a [d]manger.”13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying:14 “Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace, goodwill[e] toward men!”]]>1408christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/silent-night-holy-night579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61c686f80cd9a714946d4697Sun, 19 Dec 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt Stout2920christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/with-great-joy    I will trust and not be afraid.
The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense[a];
    he has become my salvation.”
3 With joy you will draw water
    from the wells of salvation.4 In that day you will say:“Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name;
    make known among the nations what he has done,
    and proclaim that his name is exalted.
5 Sing to the Lord, for he has done glorious things;
    let this be known to all the world.
6 Shout aloud and sing for joy, people of Zion,
    for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61ba32c303a42a6836c0d962Sun, 12 Dec 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutIsaiah 12:2-6 (NIV)2 Surely God is my salvation;     I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%2012%3A2-6&version=NIV#fen-NIV-17903a];     he has...    I will trust and not be afraid.
The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense[a];
    he has become my salvation.”
3 With joy you will draw water
    from the wells of salvation.4 In that day you will say:“Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name;
    make known among the nations what he has done,
    and proclaim that his name is exalted.
5 Sing to the Lord, for he has done glorious things;
    let this be known to all the world.
6 Shout aloud and sing for joy, people of Zion,
    for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.”]]>1234christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/peace-i-leave-with-youa]own, and will leave Me alone. And yet I am not alone, because the Father is with Me. 33 These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you [b]will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61b22304ad179645a7cc4199Sun, 05 Dec 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJohn 16:25-33 (NKJV)Jesus Christ Has Overcome the World25 “These things I have spoken to you in figurative language; but the time is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figurative language, but I will tell you plainly about the Father. 26 In...a]own, and will leave Me alone. And yet I am not alone, because the Father is with Me. 33 These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you [b]will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”]]>1562christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/hope-has-comeBecause the Lord has anointed Me
To preach good tidings to the poor;
He has sent Me to [a]heal the brokenhearted,
To proclaim liberty to the captives,
And the opening of the prison to those who are bound;
2 To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord,
And the day of vengeance of our God;
To comfort all who mourn,]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:61a8f143cb459f648d6a5b0dSun, 28 Nov 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutIsaiah 61:1-2 (NKJV)The Good News of Salvation61 “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon Me, Because the Lord has anointed Me To preach good tidings to the poor; He has sent...Because the Lord has anointed Me
To preach good tidings to the poor;
He has sent Me to [a]heal the brokenhearted,
To proclaim liberty to the captives,
And the opening of the prison to those who are bound;
2 To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord,
And the day of vengeance of our God;
To comfort all who mourn,]]>2176christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/peace-that-for-which-i-am-thankfula]gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:619c3e0c806c607ed5273acdSun, 21 Nov 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutPhilippians 4:4-7 (NKJV)4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!5 Let your [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians+4%3A4-7+&version=NKJV#fen-NKJV-29448a]gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.6 Be...a]gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.]]>2679christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/he-holds-our-hand    he who created you, Jacob,
    he who formed you, Israel:
“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;
    I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
2 When you pass through the waters,
    I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
    they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
    you will not be burned;
    the flames will not set you ablaze.
3 For I am the Lord your God,
    the Holy One of Israel, your Savior;
I give Egypt for your ransom,
    Cush[a] and Seba in your stead.
4 Since you are precious and honored in my sight,
    and because I love you,
I will give people in exchange for you,
    nations in exchange for your life.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:619c3b87bfe5834f83022384Sun, 14 Nov 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutIsaiah 43:1-4 (NIV)Israel’s Only Savior43 But now, this is what the Lord says—     he who created you, Jacob,     he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;     I have summoned you by name; you are mine. 2 When you pass through...    he who created you, Jacob,
    he who formed you, Israel:
“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;
    I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
2 When you pass through the waters,
    I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
    they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
    you will not be burned;
    the flames will not set you ablaze.
3 For I am the Lord your God,
    the Holy One of Israel, your Savior;
I give Egypt for your ransom,
    Cush[a] and Seba in your stead.
4 Since you are precious and honored in my sight,
    and because I love you,
I will give people in exchange for you,
    nations in exchange for your life.]]>3197christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/and-all-the-saints-said-amena] for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. 2 I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. 4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’[b] or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”5 He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”6 He said to me: “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:619c38257f06fe603097823aSun, 07 Nov 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt StoutRevelation 21:1-6 (NIV)A New Heaven and a New Earth21 Then I saw “a new heaven and a new earth,”[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Revelation+21%3A1-6&version=NIV#fen-NIV-31055a] for the first heaven and the first earth had passed...a] for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. 2 I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. 4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’[b] or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”5 He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”6 He said to me: “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.]]>1725christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/just-leave-it-alone579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:619c358953fd0f30cd429a84Sun, 31 Oct 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJeremiah 29:10-13 (NIV)10 This is what the Lord says: “When seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will come to you and fulfill my good promise to bring you back to this place. 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to...4092christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/my-help-my-duty    turn your ear to my words.
21 Do not let them out of your sight,
    keep them within your heart;
22 for they are life to those who find them
    and health to one’s whole body.
23 Above all else, guard your heart,
    for everything you do flows from it.
24 Keep your mouth free of perversity;
    keep corrupt talk far from your lips.
25 Let your eyes look straight ahead;
    fix your gaze directly before you.
26 Give careful thought to the[a] paths for your feet
    and be steadfast in all your ways.
27 Do not turn to the right or the left;
    keep your foot from evil.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:617970db78eae2024b87d9d7Sun, 24 Oct 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutProverbs 4:20-27 (NIV)20 My son, pay attention to what I say;     turn your ear to my words. 21 Do not let them out of your sight,     keep them within your heart; 22 for they are life to those who find them     and health to one’s whole body....    turn your ear to my words.
21 Do not let them out of your sight,
    keep them within your heart;
22 for they are life to those who find them
    and health to one’s whole body.
23 Above all else, guard your heart,
    for everything you do flows from it.
24 Keep your mouth free of perversity;
    keep corrupt talk far from your lips.
25 Let your eyes look straight ahead;
    fix your gaze directly before you.
26 Give careful thought to the[a] paths for your feet
    and be steadfast in all your ways.
27 Do not turn to the right or the left;
    keep your foot from evil.]]>2612christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/back-into-the-woods-week-4-we-have-arriva] when he dried it up before us until we had crossed over. 24 He did this so that all the peoples of the earth might know that the hand of the Lord is powerful and so that you might always fear the Lord your God.”]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6173052aee45c4757873d51fSun, 17 Oct 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJoshua 4:19-24 (NIV)19 On the tenth day of the first month the people went up from the Jordan and camped at Gilgal on the eastern border of Jericho. 20 And Joshua set up at Gilgal the twelve stones they had taken out of the Jordan. 21 He said to the...a] when he dried it up before us until we had crossed over. 24 He did this so that all the peoples of the earth might know that the hand of the Lord is powerful and so that you might always fear the Lord your God.”]]>1968christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/back-into-the-woods-week-1-desperate-deea] who will go before us. As for this fellow Moses who brought us up out of Egypt, we don’t know what has happened to him.”2 Aaron answered them, “Take off the gold earrings that your wives, your sons and your daughters are wearing, and bring them to me.” 3 So all the people took off their earrings and brought them to Aaron. 4 He took what they handed him and made it into an idol cast in the shape of a calf, fashioning it with a tool. Then they said, “These are your gods,[b] Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt.”5 When Aaron saw this, he built an altar in front of the calf and announced, “Tomorrow there will be a festival to the Lord.” 6 So the next day the people rose early and sacrificed burnt offerings and presented fellowship offerings. Afterward they sat down to eat and drink and got up to indulge in revelry.7 Then the Lord said to Moses, “Go down, because your people, whom you brought up out of Egypt, have become corrupt. 8 They have been quick to turn away from what I commanded them and have made themselves an idol cast in the shape of a calf. They have bowed down to it and sacrificed to it and have said, ‘These are your gods, Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt.’]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:615472231c7cdc197dec0c04Wed, 29 Sep 2021 14:11:31 +0000Matt StoutExodus 32:1-8 (NIV)The Golden Calf32 When the people saw that Moses was so long in coming down from the mountain, they gathered around Aaron and said, “Come, make us...a] who will go before us. As for this fellow Moses who brought us up out of Egypt, we don’t know what has happened to him.”2 Aaron answered them, “Take off the gold earrings that your wives, your sons and your daughters are wearing, and bring them to me.” 3 So all the people took off their earrings and brought them to Aaron. 4 He took what they handed him and made it into an idol cast in the shape of a calf, fashioning it with a tool. Then they said, “These are your gods,[b] Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt.”5 When Aaron saw this, he built an altar in front of the calf and announced, “Tomorrow there will be a festival to the Lord.” 6 So the next day the people rose early and sacrificed burnt offerings and presented fellowship offerings. Afterward they sat down to eat and drink and got up to indulge in revelry.7 Then the Lord said to Moses, “Go down, because your people, whom you brought up out of Egypt, have become corrupt. 8 They have been quick to turn away from what I commanded them and have made themselves an idol cast in the shape of a calf. They have bowed down to it and sacrificed to it and have said, ‘These are your gods, Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt.’]]>1838christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-road-home-homecoming-2021-benton-ste579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:614df6dc39f9877d483c3ff5Sun, 19 Sep 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutGenesis 32:9-12 (ESV)9 And Jacob said, “O God of my father Abraham and God of my father Isaac, O Lord who said to me, ‘Return to your country and to your kindred, that I may do you good,’ 10 I am not worthy of the least of all the deeds of steadfast...1154christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/called-to-go-and-gone-before    and I will bless you;
I will make your name great,
    and you will be a blessing.[a]
3 I will bless those who bless you,
    and whoever curses you I will curse;
and all peoples on earth
    will be blessed through you.”[b]4 So Abram went, as the Lord had told him; and Lot went with him. Abram was seventy-five years old when he set out from Harran. 5 He took his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot, all the possessions they had accumulated and the people they had acquired in Harran, and they set out for the land of Canaan, and they arrived there.6 Abram traveled through the land as far as the site of the great tree of Moreh at Shechem. At that time the Canaanites were in the land. 7 The Lord appeared to Abram and said, “To your offspring[c] I will give this land.” So he built an altar there to the Lord, who had appeared to him.8 From there he went on toward the hills east of Bethel and pitched his tent, with Bethel on the west and Ai on the east. There he built an altar to the Lord and called on the name of the Lord.9 Then Abram set out and continued toward the Negev.]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:613a32decc0ec829ef79a431Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutGenesis 12:1-9The Call of Abram12 The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.2 “I will make you into a great nation,     and I will bless you; I will make your name great,...    and I will bless you;
I will make your name great,
    and you will be a blessing.[a]
3 I will bless those who bless you,
    and whoever curses you I will curse;
and all peoples on earth
    will be blessed through you.”[b]4 So Abram went, as the Lord had told him; and Lot went with him. Abram was seventy-five years old when he set out from Harran. 5 He took his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot, all the possessions they had accumulated and the people they had acquired in Harran, and they set out for the land of Canaan, and they arrived there.6 Abram traveled through the land as far as the site of the great tree of Moreh at Shechem. At that time the Canaanites were in the land. 7 The Lord appeared to Abram and said, “To your offspring[c] I will give this land.” So he built an altar there to the Lord, who had appeared to him.8 From there he went on toward the hills east of Bethel and pitched his tent, with Bethel on the west and Ai on the east. There he built an altar to the Lord and called on the name of the Lord.9 Then Abram set out and continued toward the Negev.]]>2100christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/heaven-in-the-real-worlda]; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 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. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.”Jesus the Way to the Father5 Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?”6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7 If you really know me, you will know[b] my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.”
]]>579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6130ed377f9bdc7db343971fSun, 05 Sep 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutJohn 14:1-7 (NIV)Jesus Comforts His Disciples14 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2014%3A1-7&version=NIV#fen-NIV-26670a]; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many...a]; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 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. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.”Jesus the Way to the Father5 Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?”6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7 If you really know me, you will know[b] my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.”
]]>1894christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/they-cant-help-but-see579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:612f9e73cba41013f0a2fb56Sun, 29 Aug 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 5:14-16 (NKJV)14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. 16 Let your light so...1566christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/wilderness-walking-101-week-2-patience-m579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:60dc8839fd031a785908c3ccSun, 27 Jun 2021 14:30:00 +0000Matt StoutGalatians 6:1-5 New International VersionDoing Good to All6 Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. 2 Carry each other’s...1229christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-meaning-of-life-week-8-wisdom579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:602fcc5e97cbab7fdd64b4b5Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:03:00 +0000Matt StoutEcclesiastes 7:14-8:214 In the day of prosperity be joyful, and in the day of adversity consider; God has made the one as well as the other, so that mortals may not find out anything that will come after them.The Riddles of Life15 In my vain life I...1476christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-meaning-of-life-week-5-not-easily-br579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:601ad1f92033c44900725a78Mon, 01 Feb 2021 04:44:00 +0000Matt StoutEcclesiastes 4:7-167 Again, I saw vanity under the sun: 8 the case of solitary individuals, without sons or brothers; yet there is no end to all their toil, and their eyes are never satisfied with riches. “For whom am I toiling,” they ask, “and...1038christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-meaning-of-life-week-3-turn-turn-tur579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:6009cf3b36edf15db76b950dSun, 17 Jan 2021 19:07:00 +0000Matt StoutEcclesiastes 3:1-15Everything Has Its Time3 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:2 a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; 3 a time to kill, and a time to...1230christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/the-meaning-of-life-week-1-what-is-the-p579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5ff5d6fc26996c5a8560ba8bSun, 03 Jan 2021 18:20:00 +0000Matt StoutEcclesiates 1:1-11Reflections of a Royal Philosopher1 The words of the Teacher,[a] the son of David, king in Jerusalem.2 Vanity of vanities, says the Teacher,[b]     vanity of vanities! All is vanity. 3 What do people gain from all the toil     at...1477christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/expecting-week-5-expecting-a-king579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5fe9fe834d160f63a67969bcSun, 27 Dec 2020 18:56:00 +0000Matt StoutMatthew 2:1-12The Visit of the Wise Men2 In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men[a] from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at...888christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/expecting-christmas-eve-expect-the-unexp579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5feb4e1dd54d01335d623349Fri, 25 Dec 2020 00:30:00 +0000Matt StoutLuke 2:1-20 The Birth of Jesus2 In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3 All went to their own towns to be...711christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/expecting-week-2-expecting-samson579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5fc7b7137995075abdee783bSun, 06 Dec 2020 19:51:00 +0000Matt StoutJudges 13:1-7The Birth of Samson13 The Israelites again did what was evil in the sight of the Lord, and the Lord gave them into the hand of the Philistines forty years.2 There was a certain man of Zorah, of the tribe of the Danites, whose name was...1223christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/christ-the-king-sunday579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5fc7b36f1d106d256bcbdd48Sun, 22 Nov 2020 18:38:00 +0000Matt StoutEphesians 1:15-23Thanksgiving and Prayer15 For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God’s people, 16 I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 17 I keep asking that the...1117christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/all-saints-sunday-2020579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5fa2dd205ea8d971412ae38aSun, 01 Nov 2020 20:46:00 +0000Matt Stout1 John 3:1-33 1 See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 2 Beloved, we are God’s children now; what we will be has not...1457christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/unprecedented-week-20-the-many-trials-of579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5f9052dfaee726795755a289Sun, 18 Oct 2020 18:29:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 26:24-3224 While he was making this defense, Festus exclaimed, “You are out of your mind, Paul! Too much learning is driving you insane!” 25 But Paul said, “I am not out of my mind, most excellent Festus, but I am speaking the sober...1385christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/unprecedented-week-19-staying-out-of-tro579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5f886ec5622cd14d7d37d8deSun, 11 Oct 2020 18:06:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 21:17-28 New Revised Standard VersionPaul Visits James at Jerusalem17 When we arrived in Jerusalem, the brothers welcomed us warmly. 18 The next day Paul went with us to visit James; and all the elders were present. 19 After greeting them, he...1426christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/unprecedented-week-17-miracle-man579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5f7614868fe754384620daceSun, 27 Sep 2020 18:30:00 +0000Matt StoutThe Sons of Sceva11 God did extraordinary miracles through Paul, 12 so that when the handkerchiefs or aprons that had touched his skin were brought to the sick, their diseases left them, and the evil spirits came out of them. 13 Then some itinerant...1123christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/unprecedented-week-16-baptism-bewilderme579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5f760853dce6f909a45a0b4cSun, 20 Sep 2020 17:40:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 19:1-10While Apollos was in Corinth, Paul passed through the interior regions and came to Ephesus, where he found some disciples. 2 He said to them, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?” They replied, “No, we have not even...1782christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9706015/unprecedented-week-14-prison-break-2-coo579618825016e1e9065c058e:57978e8c9f74561ef1f59722:5f5a39845d20ec4cb35d84e6Sun, 06 Sep 2020 17:48:00 +0000Matt StoutActs 16:16-40Paul and Silas in Prison16 One day, as we were going to the place of prayer, we met a slave-girl who had a spirit of divination and brought her owners a great deal of money by fortune-telling. 17 While she followed Paul and us, she would...1407christianity,jesus,preaching,sermon,umc,worshipcleanfull