Sermon Notes

September 08, 2024 AM
Paul Gotthardt
(#1 in series)

1 John 2:15-17

What does this text teach us about worldly affection?

Loving the world (and the things of the world) __ our devotion away from God’s __ and God’s will.

When our devotion is diverted, we’re increasingly __ to greater levels and avenues of __.

As worldly affection sets in, we become __ to true __ and pursue temporal pleasures as eternal rewards.

Reflection/Response

What is God specifically teaching you through this text?
Has God continuously brought issues to mind, but you’ve chosen not to address them? What holds you back from releasing those issues to God?
How is God challenging you to faithfully follow Jesus today?
Can you pinpoint any areas where you were previously devoted to Jesus, but that devotion has been replaced with some level of complacency?
Are there places where you’ve become blinded to true value? Are you putting your primary time, attention, and resources to things that will matter in light of eternity?
Ask God to show you anything that has diverted your focus from God’s love and God’s will.
What is the current reality of your walk with God? Does it match God’s promises?

September 08, 2024 PM
Paul Gotthardt
(#28 in series)

Ephesians 4:15-16

Ephesians can be broken down into two primary sections:

Chapters 1-3: Our __ in Christ

Chapters 4-6: Our __ in Christ

Chapter 4:1-16

Godly __ that lead to unity (vv. 1-6)
How do you walk in a worthy manner?
– Live with humility (v. 2)
– Act with gentleness (v. 2)
– Respond with patience (v. 2)
– Show tolerance with love (v. 2)
– Preserve unity in peace (v. 3)
God’s __ that lead to maturity (vv. 7-11)
What has God provided the family of God for spiritual growth?
– Immeasurable grace (v. 7)
– Spiritual gifts (v. 8)
– Spiritual equippers (v. 11)
God’s __ to avoid deception (vv. 11-14)
Where do you focus to know truth?
– God’s Word is truth.
– God’s Son is truth.
God’s __ of spiritual maturity (vv. 15-16)
What does maturity look like?
– __
– __
– __