I.  Dissatisfaction - Philippians 3:12
     II.  Dedication - Philippians 3:13a
     III.  Not Haunted by the Past - Philippians 3:13b
     IV.  Have a Goal - Philippians 3:14
     V.  Keep the Rules - Philippians 3:15-16
     VI.  A Challenge

 I.  Background
 II.  A Declaration that There is Only One God
III.  A Command to Declare
 IV.  A God to Share with Our Families
  V.  Why is This So Important?
 VI.  A Challenge

     I.  A Sermon Worth Repeating - Philippians 3:1-4a
     II.  A Man of the Year Award - Philippians 3:4b-6
     III.  Losses that Became Gains - Philippians 3:7-11
     IV.  A Challenge

  I.  Timothy: God’s Teenager - Philippians 2:19-24
         A.  Timothy had the mind of a servant
         B.  Timothy had the training of a servant
         C.  Timothy experienced the rewards of a servant
  II.  Epaphroditus: God’s Layman - Philippians 2:25-30
          A.  He had a balanced life
          B.  He had a concern for others
          C.  He had risked his life
 III.  A Challenge

   I.    Purpose to Achieve - Philippians 2:12
  II.    Power to Receive - Philippians 2:13
 III.    A Contrast between the Believer and the Nonbeliever- Philippians 2:14-15
 IV.     Promise to Believers- Philippians 2:16-18
   V.    A Challenge

1. Biblical community requires honesty. (2 Thes 2:1-2)

2. Biblical community models the integrity of the gospel. (2 Thes 2:3-5)

3. Biblical community models commitment to Jesus' priorities. (2Thes 2:6-12)

 I.  Christ’s Humility - Philippians 2:5-8
         A.  Jesus did not think of Himself
         B.  Jesus became a servant
         C.  Jesus became a sacrifice
    
 II.  Christ’s Exaltation - Philippians 2:9-11
          A.  Actions of exaltation
          B.  Results of exaltation
    
 III.  A Challenge

1.  “Come follow me . . .”     The first step to being a disciple is to follow Jesus and be in an intimate relationship with him.

2.  “. . . I will make you . . . “    The second step to being a disciple is to allow the Spirit of Christ to transform your heart so that you increasingly become more like Jesus.  

3.  “ . . . fishers of men.”     The final step of being a disciple is to go on mission with Jesus and make disciples . . . of everyone.

  I.   The Boyhood Home of Jesus - Luke 2:41-53
          A.  The only scene
          B.  A summary statement
     II.   The Boyhood Home of Timothy - 2 Timothy 3:14-15
     III.  The Importance

This morning’s message is the last in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary have been doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
 
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.

Today, Pastor Mary will be focusing on our third value, Share the Word through service and mission. We are commanded to serve the Lord as ambassadors. What is an ambassador? What are the responsibilities and qualifications of someone who serves as an ambassador? How can I be effective in my role as a representative of my King Jesus?

I.   A Basis for Love - Philippians 2:1
          A.  If any encouragement from being united with Christ
          B.  If any comfort from his love
          C.  If any fellowship with the Spirit
          D.  If any tenderness and compassion
II.  A Diversity of Love - Philippians 2:2
          A.  Being like-minded
          B.  Having the same love
          C.  Being one in spirit
          D.  Being one in purpose
III.  Safeguards of Love - Philippians 2:3-4
           A.  Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit
           B.  Each of you should not look only to your own interests
IV.  A Challenge

1. A Christian Conduct - Philippians 1:27
2. Christian Unity and Testimony - Philippians 1:27
3. Christian Courage - Philippians 1:28-30
   1. Because we face opponents
   2. Because we face suffering
   3. Because we face struggles
4.  A Challenge

This morning’s message is the seventh in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary will be doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
 
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.

Today, Pastor Steve will be focusing on our third value, Share the Word through service and mission. Pastor Steve will be encouraging families and households to take a step in reaching out to others, with the intent of being Christ, and presenting Christ to those they reach.

1. God Used Paul's Chains - Philippians 1:12-14
2. God Used Paul's Critics - Philippians 1:15-19
3. God Used Paul's Crisis Situation - Philippians 1:20-26
4. A Challenge

I.  The Authors: God’s Slaves; The Recipients: God’s Saints - Philippians 1:1-2
II.  Paul Had People in His Mind - Philippians 1:3-6
III.  Paul Had People in His Heart - Philippians 1:7-8
IV.  Paul Had People in His Prayers - Philippians 1:9-11
V.  A Challenge

1. A Woman Facing the Wrong Direction - John 20:1-18
2. Women with Wrong Attitudes - Mark 16:1-8
3. A Wrong Place to Look - Luke 24:1-12
4. A Challenge

I.   Philippi: A Church with a Humble Beginning
          A.  A Business Woman
          B.  A Slave Girl
          C.  A Threatened Jailer
          D.  Prisoners who did not escape
II.  Philippi: A Humbled Leadership
III.  A Conclusion

We are thankful to have as our special guest Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries. As a communicator, Dr. Myers weaves together biblical insight, penetrating social commentary, fascinating research, and hilarious personal stories to motivate and challenge listeners.

1. A Conclusion - Ecclesiastes 12:8
2. A Competent Study - Ecclesiastes 12:9-12
   1. The workings of a wise man
   2. The writings of a wise man
3. A Commanding Close - Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
   1. Two startling commandments
   2. A startling declaration
4. A Challenge

This message is the sixth in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary will be doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
 
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.

Today, Pastor Mary will be focusing on the second value, Live the Word at home and in the community. James challenges us to be more than just hearers of the Word of God, but to apply what we learn from the Bible to everyday life. We are called to be DOERS of the Word of God.

1. How Do People Handle Aging?
   1. Self-pity
   2. Despair that results in bitterness
   3. Uselessness
   4. Fear
2. What is the Picture of Old Age? - Ecclesiastes 12:2-6
3. How Can We Smile at Old Age? - Ecclesiastes 12:1, 7
   1. Begin old age with God as your friend
   2. Anticipate the fulfillment of old age

4. A Challenge

1. Enjoy Light Before Darkness Sets In - Ecclesiastes 11:7-8
2. What Is a Life of Joy? - Ecclesiastes 11:9-10
   1. When is it time to get excited about life?
   2. What are the hindrances to joy?
3. A Challenge

The text is from Luke 23:34. And the outline is as follows:

1. Background
2. The Scene at the Cross
3. An Attitude of Forgiveness

An Introduction

Prayer is Foundational

Hannah: A Mom Who Knew How to Pray

Lessons to be Learned

Hannah was a woman of prayer

Hannah prayed that God would use her son

A Motto That Works: "A family that prays together, stays together."