Lehman Ave Church of Christ

"5 Ways Youth Can Be an Example of Christ to Others" by Neal Pollard

December 15, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

 5 Ways Youth Can Be an Example of Christ to Others -  (1 Tim. 4:12)
Neal Pollard

• "Look Down On"
• What you say
  • "Obscene Stories"
  • "Dirty Words"
  • "Vulgar Jokes"
• How Powerful is Positive Speach...?
• What You Do
• How You Love
• How You Trust God
• In Moral Purity
• Two Areas of Temptation in Youth
  • Pornography
  • Immodesty
• God's Interest in All His Children

Duration 36:40

"When Jesus Was Buried…" by Hiram Kemp

December 15, 2024 - Sunday AM Sermon

 

When Jesus Was Buried… - Mark 15:42-47
Hiram Kemp
Introduction:
1. Paul described the _________, ___________, and __________ as an essential 
 doctrine to believed by ___________ (1 Cor. 15:1-4).
2. We talk a lot about the ___________ and ____________, but normally say very little 
 about the ___________ of _______________.
3. The ____________ of ______________ matters because of the things it teaches us 
 about how ___________ worked then and how he still ____________ now. The burial 
 helps us to see what God ___________ of us as __________ today.
4. When Jesus was _________ there was more going on than most people _________.
I. ___________ was ____________ (Isaiah 53:9; Matthew 27:57-60)
II. __________ ____________ was ____________ (Matt. 27:57-60; Mark 15:43: John
19:38-40)
III. ___________ looked __________ (Matthew 27:62-66; Luke 23:54-56)
IV. __________ was still __________ (Hebrews 2:14-15)
V. ____________ was ____________ something ___________ (Acts 2:29-31, 13:28-30)
Conclusion:
1. The burial of __________ shows us that God is at work in the _________ and in the
 ________________.
2. We need to be ___________ in ____________ and he will work in us ____________.

 

Duration 35:21

"Living an Ancient Faith in a Modern World" by Hiram Kemp - Part 3

December 15, 2024 - Sunday AM Bible Class

 

This quarter Hiram starts a new class. 

 

Living an Ancient Faith in a Modern World

"Unprecedented Times"

• Climate change / Environmental disasters
• Global Pandemic
• Technological advancement
• Political Polarization and Social Unrest
• Mental Health Crisis
• Workplace and Societal Expectations

Things that Never Change...

• Unchanging World - (Eccl. 1:9-10, 3:15, 7:10)
• Unchanging Character & Nature of God - (Mal. 3:6; Hebrews 13:8; James 1:17)
• Unchanging World - (Psalm 119:89, Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 24:35)

Lesson 1: Christian Worldview Defined and Explained

Defining Worldview...

• World view: the framework from which we view reality and make sense of life and the world
• Engaging other world views wisely and well:
• Listen well (Prov. 18:13)
• Observe closely (Acts 17:22-23)
• Don’t assume (Matt. 7:1-2; John 7:24)
• Be charitable (1 Cor. 16:14)
• Remain convicted (2 Tim. 1:13)

Worldviews to Engage

• Humanistic: humans are the center of everything (Gen. 3:6; Prov. 16:18; Rev. 3:17)
• Materialism and Hedonism: life is about pleasure and pleasing oneself above everything else (Luke 12:15-21; 1 Tim. 6:9-10)
• Fatalism: events are predetermined and inevitable (1 Cor. 15:32)
• Relativism: truth and morality are determined by everyone (Judges 17:6, 21:25)
• Naturalism: everything can be explained by nature (Psa. 14:1)

Christian Worldview

• What is a Christian worldview?
• Christian worldview: view of the world that believes a person’s primary purpose for existence is to love and serve God (Deut. 6:4-5; Isa. 43:7).
• Key elements to the Christian worldview:
• Creation (Genesis 1-2; John 1:1-5)
• Humans made in God’s image (Gen. 1:26-27, 5:1)
• Fall (Genesis 3; Isaiah 59:1-2; Romans 5:12)
• Redemption/Salvation (John 3:16, 14:6)
• Restoration/Glorification (1 Cor. 15; Phil. 3:20-21)

The Role of Bible in a Christian Worldview

• How would you describe the Bible and its relationship to the Christian life?
• The difference between a Christian reading the Bible and others (Psa. 119:97, 119:104; Prov. 30:5-6)
• Passages to consider:
  • 2 Timothy 3:16-17
  • Matthew 4:4
  • Psalm 119:105
• How the Bible shapes the Christian’s view of everything

Challenges to a Christian Worldview

• Desire to be accepted/liked by everyone (John 9:22, 12:42-43)
• Forgetting our roots (Jude 3; Ephesians 4:4-6)
• Inherited faith (Luke 3:8; 2 Tim. 1:5, 3:14-4:5)
• Culture vs. Christianity (Col. 2:12-23)
• Ignorance (Hosea 4:6)
• Persecution/suffering (Acts 5:40-41; 1 Peter 4:16)

Concluding Thoughts

• Applying the Christian Worldview
• A worldview as a starting point
• Discussion Questions

 

Duration 42:45

"How to Enjoy the Holidays as a Christian" by Hiram Kemp

December 8, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

How to Enjoy the Holidays as a Christian - (Romans 14:5-8)
Hiram Kemp

• Give Abundantly - (Acts 20:35)
• Comfort the Hurting - (Romans 12:15)
• Reject Consumerism - (Luke 12:15)
• Avoid Financial Irresponsibility - (Proverbs 13:71)
• Enjoy Family & Make Memories - (Ecclesiastes 2:24; 9:9)
• Draw Near to God - (James 4:8)
• Capitalize on Spiritual Conversations - (Luke 24:15-24)

Duration 37:46

"How You Can See GOD'S Grace In Me" by Neal Pollard

December 8, 2024 - Sunday AM Sermon

 

HOW YOU CAN SEE GOD'S GRACE IN ME - (Titus 2:12-15)
Neal Pollard
Introduction
A. Paul Spends Much Time in Titus Talking About ________________
1. In context, ___________ doctrine is related to good ____________
B. "_______ In Order" Means "To _____________ In Addition"
C. Grace Is More Than A __________ Eraser; It Demands A _______________
D. You Can See God's Grace in My Life By…
I. WHAT KIND OF A _______________ I AM (12)
A. Through What We ______________
B. Through How We _______________
II. WHAT I AM _______________ FOR (13)
A. Look at What It Does to Our ________________
B. Grace Will Cause Us To _____________ On Judgment Day (Jude 24)
III. WHAT IT CAUSES ME TO ________________ (14)
A. Good Works Show the Right _________________ (2:7)
B. Good Works Show the Right _________________ (2:14)
C. Good Works Show the Right _________________ (3:8)
D. Good Works Show the Right _________________ (3:14)
Conclusion
A. Grace Has ______________ To All and Wishes To _________________ Us All

 

Duration 32:24

"Living an Ancient Faith in a Modern World" by Hiram Kemp - Part 2

December 8, 2024 - Sunday AM Bible Class

 

This quarter Hiram starts a new class. 

 

Living an Ancient Faith in a Modern World

"Unprecedented Times"

• Climate change / Environmental disasters
• Global Pandemic
• Technological advancement
• Political Polarization and Social Unrest
• Mental Health Crisis
• Workplace and Societal Expectations

Things that Never Change...

• Unchanging World - (Eccl. 1:9-10, 3:15, 7:10)
• Unchanging Character & Nature of God - (Mal. 3:6; Hebrews 13:8; James 1:17)
• Unchanging World - (Psalm 119:89, Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 24:35)

Lesson 1: Christian Worldview Defined and Explained

Defining Worldview...

• World view: the framework from which we view reality and make sense of life and the world
• Engaging other world views wisely and well:
• Listen well (Prov. 18:13)
• Observe closely (Acts 17:22-23)
• Don’t assume (Matt. 7:1-2; John 7:24)
• Be charitable (1 Cor. 16:14)
• Remain convicted (2 Tim. 1:13)

Worldviews to Engage

• Humanistic: humans are the center of everything (Gen. 3:6; Prov. 16:18; Rev. 3:17)
• Materialism and Hedonism: life is about pleasure and pleasing oneself above everything else (Luke 12:15-21; 1 Tim. 6:9-10)
• Fatalism: events are predetermined and inevitable (1 Cor. 15:32)
• Relativism: truth and morality are determined by everyone (Judges 17:6, 21:25)
• Naturalism: everything can be explained by nature (Psa. 14:1)

Christian Worldview

• What is a Christian worldview?
• Christian worldview: view of the world that believes a person’s primary purpose for existence is to love and serve God (Deut. 6:4-5; Isa. 43:7).
• Key elements to the Christian worldview:
• Creation (Genesis 1-2; John 1:1-5)
• Humans made in God’s image (Gen. 1:26-27, 5:1)
• Fall (Genesis 3; Isaiah 59:1-2; Romans 5:12)
• Redemption/Salvation (John 3:16, 14:6)
• Restoration/Glorification (1 Cor. 15; Phil. 3:20-21)

The Role of Bible in a Christian Worldview

• How would you describe the Bible and its relationship to the Christian life?
• The difference between a Christian reading the Bible and others (Psa. 119:97, 119:104; Prov. 30:5-6)
• Passages to consider:
  • 2 Timothy 3:16-17
  • Matthew 4:4
  • Psalm 119:105
• How the Bible shapes the Christian’s view of everything

Challenges to a Christian Worldview

• Desire to be accepted/liked by everyone (John 9:22, 12:42-43)
• Forgetting our roots (Jude 3; Ephesians 4:4-6)
• Inherited faith (Luke 3:8; 2 Tim. 1:5, 3:14-4:5)
• Culture vs. Christianity (Col. 2:12-23)
• Ignorance (Hosea 4:6)
• Persecution/suffering (Acts 5:40-41; 1 Peter 4:16)

Concluding Thoughts

• Applying the Christian Worldview
• A worldview as a starting point
• Discussion Questions

 

Duration 43:23

"The Challenges of Service and the Crown for a Servant" by Neal Pollard and Hiram Kemp

December 1, 2024 - Sunday AM Sermon

 

The Challenges of Service

(Neal Pollard)
A. A Church's _________ Relies Heavily on People Having A _____ To _____ (Neh. 4:6)
I. REMEMBER THAT NO _____________ IS ________________
II. REMEMBER THAT WORK _______________ ARE _____________
A. Some Might Work To ________________ Others (Mat. 6:5; 23:5)
B. Some Might Be Involved For ___________-______________ (Ac 5:1ff)
C. Some Might Have ________________ Motives (Ph 1:15-16)
D. _________ One Works Is As Important As __________ One Works
III. REMEMBER THAT _____________ ARE _________________ (Ti 2:7; Mt. 5:16)
IV. REMEMBER THAT WORKS ARE _________________ (Ti 3:14)
A. _____________ Churches Are Filled With ______________ Members

 

The Crown for a Servant

(Hiram Kemp)
I. ________________ Self-Centeredness (Matt. 16:24-26)
II. Fulfilling the _______________ Great ________________ (Matthew 22:39)
III. _______________ Service to _______________ (Matt. 25:21)
IV. ________________ Jesus' _________________ (Matt. 20:25-28)

 

Duration 37:13

"Living by Faith like Habakkuk" by Hiram Kemp and Neal Pollard

December 1, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

Living by Faith like Habakkuk - (Habakkuk 2:2-4) (Hiram Kemp)

• Living by Faith When You're Mad at God - (Habakkuk 1:2-4)
• Living by Faith When You Don't Like the Answers God Gives - (Habakkuk 1:12-2:4)
• Living by Faith Even If the Worst Happens - (Habakkuk 3:17-19)

What The New Testament Teaches About Habakkuk 2:4 (Neal Pollard

• Romans Stresses "The Just" (1:14-17)
• "Righteousness" and "Righteous" (17)
• Hebrews Stresses "Shall Live" - (10:35-39)
• What Was at Stake - (2:1; 3:12; etc.)?
• How Can They Spiritually Survive?
• Galatians Stresses "By Faith" - (3:10-14)
• Faith Must Be in Our Head, Heart, and Hands

Duration 38:26

"Living an Ancient Faith in a Modern World" by Hiram Kemp

December 1, 2024 - Sunday AM Bible Class

 

This quarter Hiram starts a new class. 

 

Living an Ancient Faith in a Modern World

"Unprecedented Times"

• Climate change / Environmental disasters
• Global Pandemic
• Technological advancement
• Political Polarization and Social Unrest
• Mental Health Crisis
• Workplace and Societal Expectations

Things that Never Change...

• Unchanging World - (Eccl. 1:9-10, 3:15, 7:10)
• Unchanging Character & Nature of God - (Mal. 3:6; Hebrews 13:8; James 1:17)
• Unchanging World - (Psalm 119:89, Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 24:35)

Lesson 1: Christian Worldview Defined and Explained

Defining Worldview...

• World view: the framework from which we view reality and make sense of life and the world
• Engaging other world views wisely and well:
• Listen well (Prov. 18:13)
• Observe closely (Acts 17:22-23)
• Don’t assume (Matt. 7:1-2; John 7:24)
• Be charitable (1 Cor. 16:14)
• Remain convicted (2 Tim. 1:13)

Worldviews to Engage

• Humanistic : humans are the center of everything (Gen. 3:6; Prov. 16:18; Rev. 3:17)
• Materialism and Hedonism : life is about pleasure and pleasing oneself above everything else (Luke 12:15-21; 1 Tim. 6:9-10)
• Fatalism: events are predetermined and inevitable (1 Cor. 15:32)
• Relativism: truth and morality are determined by everyone (Judges 17:6, 21:25)
• Naturalism: everything can be explained by nature (Psa. 14:1)

Christian Worldview

• What is a Christian worldview?
• Christian worldview: view of the world that believes a person’s primary purpose for existence is to love and serve God (Deut. 6:4-5; Isa. 43:7).
• Key elements to the Christian worldview:
• Creation (Genesis 1-2; John 1:1-5)
• Humans made in God’s image (Gen. 1:26-27, 5:1)
• Fall (Genesis 3; Isaiah 59:1-2; Romans 5:12)
• Redemption/Salvation (John 3:16, 14:6)
• Restoration/Glorification (1 Cor. 15; Phil. 3:20-21)

The Role of Bible in a Christian Worldview

• How would you describe the Bible and its relationship to the Christian life?
• The difference between a Christian reading the Bible and others (Psa. 119:97, 119:104; Prov. 30:5-6)
• Passages to consider:
  • 2 Timothy 3:16-17
  • Matthew 4:4
  • Psalm 119:105
• How the Bible shapes the Christian’s view of everything

Challenges to a Christian Worldview

• Desire to be accepted/liked by everyone (John 9:22, 12:42-43)
• Forgetting our roots (Jude 3; Ephesians 4:4-6)
• Inherited faith (Luke 3:8; 2 Tim. 1:5, 3:14-4:5)
• Culture vs. Christianity (Col. 2:12-23)
• Ignorance (Hosea 4:6)
• Persecution/suffering (Acts 5:40-41; 1 Peter 4:16)

Concluding Thoughts

• Applying the Christian Worldview
• A worldview as a starting point
• Discussion Questions

 

Duration 43:04

"How to Stay Out of Ono" by Neal Pollard

November 24, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

How to Stay Out of Ono 

• What valleys represent
  • We will face distractions and discouragements
• Focus on the greatness of God's work - (Neh. 6:3)
  • There is so much distraction
• Stay consistent - (Neh. 6:4)
  • "Endurance" - (Luke 8:15; James 1:2-4)
• Don't be held captive by people's assumptions - (Neh. 8:5-8)
• What can we learn from Joshua 22?
• Recognize landmines of discouragement - (Neh. 6:9)
• 2 Inevitable facts - (Job 3:26 & Neh. 6:16)
• Combat fear - (Neh. 6:9-14)
  • So much fear mongering!
• How does Nehemiah stand up to these intimidators?
• The work got done!

Duration 39:33