Lehman Ave Church of Christ

”The God We Serve...” by Hiram Kemp

July 16, 2023 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

The God We Serve... - (Philippians 4)

• God is near - (Philippians 4:5, 4:9, 4:23)
• God strengthens us - (Philippians 4:13)
• God can be pleased - (Philippians 4:18)
• God supplies our needs - (Philippians 4:19)
• God is worthy of glory - (Philippians 4:20)

Duration 37:04

Revelation Bible Class by Hiram Kemp Part 7

July 16, 2023 - Sunday AM MPR Bible Class

 

Questions for Revelation: Chapter 7

Summary of last week’s class:

We covered much of chapter six and discussed the seals being opened, along with the punishment that came with each of them. The seals are opened by Jesus because he is in control of when God sends out his wrath on the nations. The punishment comes in various stages, but even the punishment shows God’s restraint. God does not want to obliterate the wicked but hopes they will repent and turn to him. The Christians would have their lives affected by the plagues coming on the world, but they were not the target. The righteous who had been slain were under the altar crying out for God’s vengeance to come on those who martyred them.

**We will cover the rest of chapter 6 in this week’s class.

Questions from Chapter 7

1. What do the winds represent that are going to blow on the earth (7:1)?
2. Why does the angel in 7:3 tell the other angels not to harm the earth, sea, or the trees (7:2-3)?
3. What is the purpose of sealing the servants of God (7:3)?
4. Who are the 144,000 and how do you know (7:4-8)?
5. Where did the innumerable multitude come from (7:9-11)?
6. What is the multitude wearing and what are they holding (7:9)? Why is this significant?
7. What is the tribulation the multitude came out of (7:14)?
8. List the rewards/blessings enjoyed by those washed by the blood of the lamb in 7:15-17.

Duration 45:29

”7 Things We Can Know About Heaven” by Hiram Kemp

July 16, 2023 - Sunday AM Sermon

 

7 Things We Can Know About Heaven

Introduction:
1. _____________________ is the place everyone hopes to go when _____________
 is _____________________.
2. Heaven is somewhat _____________________ to us.
3. While there is a lot about ____________ that we don't know; there are some things
 that we can ______________________.
I. _____________ Will Be __________-_____ Than Life on ______________ (Phil. 1:23)
II. ____________________ Will Be ______________________ (Matt. 6:9)
III. ______________ Everyone ________________ to ________________(Matt. 7:21-23)
IV. There Will Be A lot of _____________ from ____________ of __________________
 (Matt. 8:11; Rev. 7:9-10)
V. God _____________________ It (Matt. 25:34)
VI. _____________________ will Last __________________ (1 Thess. 4:17)
VII. We Can ___________________ We Are ____________________ (1 Jn. 5:13)

 

Duration 37:26

Exodus Class by Phil Hartnady - Part 7

July 16, 2023 - Sunday AM Bible Class

This quarter Phil will be teaching a bible study of the book of Exodus. Today Phil continues his in-depth review of the book. Today he starts from Chapter 13.

 

Duration 42:34

”You Might Be a Pharisee If…” by Hiram Kemp

July 9, 2023 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

You Might Be a Pharisee If… - (Matthew 23)

• You make it hard for others to follow Jesus - (Matt. 23:13)
• You corrupt those you influence - (Matt. 23:15)
• Misplaced Priorities - (Matt. 23:16-22)
• Major in the Minors - (Matt. 23:23-24)
• You rather look good than do good - (Matt. 23:25-28)
• Your heart is self-deceived - (Matt. 23:29-36)

Duration 36:24

Revelation Bible Class by Hiram Kemp Part 6

July 9, 2023 - Sunday AM MPR Bible Class

 

Questions for Revelation: Chapter 6

Summary of last week’s class:

Chapter four begins with John being shown an open door in heaven. John sees some marvelous things and the symbolism that will characterize much of the rest of the book begins in chapter 4. God is shown on the throne in all of his glory. He is surrounded by those who worship him. There are 24 elders who sit on 24 thrones and also 4 living creatures. We said the 24 elders represent the church (saved and in a glorified state) and the 4 living creatures represent the seraphim or cherubim (i.e., heavenly beings/angels). They worship God because he is worthy and has created everything for his own purpose.

Chapter 5 begins with a scroll that no one can open. Then a lion from Judah emerges that can open the seal and he is described as a lamb that had been slain. The lion/lamb who is worthy to open the scroll is Jesus Christ. He is worshipped by those in heaven just like God the Father in chapter 4. Jesus is worshipped because he died for our sins, saved people out of every nation, and made us a kingdom and priests to God. 

 

**Questions FROM YOU for this week’s class **

Chapter 6 starts a new section with the seals being opened and wrath being poured out from heaven. Before we get into chapter 6 this week I’d like to try to answer any questions you have about chapters 1-5. If you have questions about anything we’ve discussed, anything I didn’t make clear, or anything I’ve covered too quickly just text me or email me the questions. I’ll take the first part of this Sunday’s class to answer as many questions as I can before we get into chapter 6. Send me the questions by Friday please.

Questions from chapter 6

1. What does the symbolism in Revelation 6:12-14 mean or refer to? How do you know? Where else do we see this type of symbolism in the Bible?
2. Is it right for Christians who are in heaven to cry out for God to take vengeance on those who killed them (Rev. 6:9-10)? What about passages like Matthew 5:43-48 and Romans 12:19-21?
3. What do the horses and their riders represent (Rev. 6:1-8)?

 

 

Duration 47:12

”Making Home A Safe Harbor” by Neal Pollard

July 9, 2023 - Sunday AM Sermon

 

Making Home A Safe Harbor - Psalm 127

• The right shelter - Troubled sea
  • Creation
  • Fall
  • Redemption
• Navigable Waters
  • Create a Proactive Plan
  • Prioritize Spiritual Activity
  • Be an Active Participant
• Safe Moorings
  • Paul Listened to God
  • Paul Believed God's Word
  • Paul encouraged hope
  • Paul warned the disobedient
  • Paul Prayed faithfully
• Protection from Hazards
  • Strife
  • Worldlines
  • Neglect
• Home is Earth's sweetest picture

 

Duration 37:54

Exodus Class by Phil Hartnady - Part 6

July 9, 2023 - Sunday AM Bible Class

This quarter Phil will be teaching a bible study of the book of Exodus. Today Phil continues his in-depth review of the book. After covering most of the plagues last week, Phil starts on chapter 12 this week.

 

Duration 43:36

Revelation Bible Class by Hiram Kemp Part 5

July 2, 2023 - Sunday AM MPR Bible Class

 

Questions for Revelation: Chapters 4–5

Summary of last week’s class:

Chapter 3 rounds out the message to the seven churches. Jesus rebukes and praises the churches in relation to their faithfulness or lack thereof. The church at Sardis (3:1-6) needed to strengthen what they had remaining. Some in Sardis had not given in to the spiritual lethargy that was taking over the church. Jesus promised that those who overcame would be clothed in white and their name would be confessed before the heavenly Father.

The church at Philadelphia (3:7-13) does not have anything negative said about them. Jesus encouraged them to hold on even in the midst of persecution and they would be vindicated. He would write the name of God on them, and they would be a pillar in God’s temple. The church at Laodicea (3:14-22)  has nothing positive said about them. They were spiritually lukewarm and needed to repent. Jesus rebukes those who he loves and holds out a final reward for the church at Laodicea if they repented and regained their spiritual zeal. The seven churches are challenged to hold firm to their faith, get rid of sin and things that are holding them back from complete faithfulness to the Lord. Jesus is in the midst of the church and aware of her activities. Jesus sees the suffering, compromising, the remnant, and the faithful. These letters remind us that Jesus is watching, will he be pleased with what he sees in us?

This week we will study chapters 4-5 together. Read both of these chapters. From this point on in the book of Revelation there will be a lot of symbolic language, do not be intimidated or overwhelmed or discouraged. Just remember in Christ you’re a winner no matter how it’s described in this book!

Questions from chapters 4–5

1. What/who did John see sitting on the throne in heaven (4:1-2)?
2. What do the images in Revelation 4:3 represent?
3. Who are the 24 elders and how do you know (Rev. 4:4)?
4. What is meant by the sea being described as a sea of glass (Rev. 4:6)?
5. What do the four living creatures represent and how do you know (Rev. 4:6-7)?
6. According to Revelation 4:8-11 what is taking place in heaven? What does this mean for us on earth?
7. Why is God worthy of worship (4:11)?
8. Why was John crying and should he have been sad (5:4)?
9. Who did the elder say was going to open the book (5:5)? How is he described?
10. What did John see (5:6)?
11. Why is the lamb sung to and worshipped (5:9-10)?
12. List the similarities between 4:10-11 and 5:11-13.
13. Write 3 questions you still have about these 2 chapters.

 

Duration 45:29

”What The Holy Spirit Does For Us” by Neal Pollard

July 2, 2023 - Sunday PM Sermon

 

What The Holy Spirit Does For Us - A Survey of Ephesians

• "They ask the Lord to guide them then wait for an inward impulse or impression..." (James Bales)
• The Holy Spirit Seals Us - (1:13-14; 4:30)
• The Holy Spirit Gives Us Access to the Father - (2:18)
• The Holy Spirit Helps Unite Us - (2:22; 4:3)
• The Holy Spirit Reveals the Mystery of the Gospel - (3:5)
• The Holy Spirit Strengthens Our Inner Man - (3:16)
• The Holy Spirit Fills Us - (5:18)
• The Holy Spirit Protects Us - (6:17)
• The Holy Spirit Helps Us Communicate to the Father - (6:18)
• God is Active and Working in Our Lives Today!

 

Duration 33:41