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Northwest Bible Church – May 12, 2024 – Psalms – Alan Conner

Psalm 46

God is our Refuge

Intro

A. BECAUSE OF GOD’S CHARACTER, WE WILL NOT FEAR NATURAL DISASTERS

(Psalm 46:1-3).

1) The character of God (Psalm 46:1).

2) Based on God’s character, there is no reason to fear even if the world is in chaos (Psalm 46:2-3).

B. BECAUSE GOD IS PRESENT WITH US, WE WILL BE SECURE FROM INVADING ARMIES (Psalm 46:4-7).

1) The city of God is glad because God is there (Psalm 46:4).

2) God’s presence protects His people from all their enemies (Psalm 46:5-6).

3) REFRAIN (Psalm 46:7). “The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold.”

C. BECAUSE GOD CAN AND WILL END WAR WORLD-WIDE, AND BE EXALTED IN THE EARTH, WE CAN TRUST IN HIS PRESENCE AND PROTECTION (Psalm 46:8-11).

1) All are commanded to come and see the works of God (Psalm 46:8).

2) The Lord makes wars to cease to the end of the earth (Psalm 46:9).

3) GOD SPEAKS! “CEASE, BE STILL” (Psalm 46:10):

4) REFRAIN (Psalm 46:11) - “The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold.” Sung twice (Psalm 46:7).

Conclusion

Northwest Bible Church – May 5, 2024 – Psalms – Alan Conner

Psalm 19:7-14

The Law of the LORD

Intro

A. THE PORTRAIT OF THE LAW OF THE LORD (Psalm 19:7-9).

1. The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul.

2. The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.

3. The precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart.

4. The commandments of the LORD are pure, enlightening the eyes.

5. The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring forever.

6. The judgments of the LORD are true, they are righteous altogether.

B. THE DESIRABILITY OF THE LAW OF THE LORD (Psalm 19:10-11).

1. Its value – more desirable than fine gold.

2. Its sweetness – sweeter than honey from the honeycomb.

3. Its warning.

4. Its reward.

C. THE RESPONSE TO THE LAW OF THE LORD (Psalm 19:12-14).

1. A prayer for acquittal and protection (Psalm 19:12-13).

2. A prayer of dedication (Psalm 19:14).

Conclusion

Northwest Bible Church – April 28, 2024 – Psalms – Alan Conner

Psalm 19:1-6

God’s Revelation in Creation

Intro

I. General revelation in creation - Psalm 19:1-6

ii. Special revelation in the law - Psalm 19:7-11

iii. Response - Psalm 19:12-14

A. GOD’S REVELATION IN CREATION (Psalm 19:1-6).

For the choir director.

1. The message of the heavens (Psalm 19:1).

a. “God” = El

b. Heavens are telling the glory of God.

c. Expanse is declaring the work of His hands.

2. The message of the day and night (Psalm 19:2).

a. “day to day pours forth speech” -

b. “night to night reveals knowledge” –

3. The message is silent (Psalm 19:3).

4. The universality of their message (Psalm 19:4ab).

5. The course of the sun (Psalm 19:4c-6).

a. God set a tent for the sun in the heavens (Psalm 19:4c).

b. Sun as a bridegroom (Psalm 19:5a)

c. Sun as a runner (Psalm 19:5b-6b).

d. Nothing hidden from its heat (Psalm 19:6c).

Conclusion

Northwest Bible Church – April 21, 2024 – 2 Thess. – Alan Conner

2 Thess. 3:17-18

Closing Words

Intro

A. PAUL’S PERSONAL SIGNATURE (2 Thess. 3:17).

1. Customary use of a secretary (amanuensis).

2. Authenticate against forgeries.

3. Paul’s consistent pattern.

4. His signature. “distinguishing mark” -

5. Important for identifying the canon.

B. FINAL BENEDICTION (2 Thess. 3:18).

1. Second benediction

2. Grace from Christ

a. Grace comes through Christ

b. Grace – what is it?

c. Christ’s peace (2 Thess. 3:16) comes from Christ’s grace.

3. Be with you all.

Conclusion

Northwest Bible Church – April 14, 2024 – 2 Thess. – Alan Conner

2 Thess. 3:16

The Lord of Peace

Intro

A. THE LORD OF PEACE.

1. The Lord of peace is Christ.

2. Peace is a gift of God.

3. Kinds of peace.

a. Common grace peace

b. Special grace peace

B. PEACE IN EVERY CIRCUMSTANCE.

1. Context of 1 & 2 Thessalonians.

a. afflictions/persecutions.

b. Future apostasy and man of lawlessness.

c. Conflict within the church.

2. “continually”.

C. THE LORD BE WITH YOU.

1. A prayer based on a promise. Heb. 13; Mt. 28:20

2. The practical presence of God.

Conclusion

Discussion questions: What are some of the different kinds of peace in the Bible? Why is living in God’s peace so important? How can we grow in our ability to experience God’s peace? Who can you pray for that needs God’s peace?

Northwest Bible Church - April 7, 2024 – 2 Thess. – Alan Conner

2 Thess. 3:6-15

Church Discipline

Intro

A. THE SIN IN THE CHURCH (2 Thess. 3:6-11).

1. “unruly life not according to the tradition (2 Thess. 3:6).

2. “doing no work; busybodies” (2 Thess. 3:11).

3. Perpetual (2 Thess. 3:10; 1 Thess. 4:11-12; 5:14).

B. THE REPONSE OF THE CHURCH (2 Thess. 3:6-15).

1. Withdraw: Keep away from them (2 Thess. 3:6).

2. Command: (2 Thess. 3:12).

3. Break fellowship (2 Thess. 3:14).

4. Goal: he will be put to shame (2 Thess. 3:14b).

5. Do not regard him as an enemy but admonish him as a brother (2 Thess. 3:15).

C. THE BENEFIT TO THE CHURCH.

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Conclusion