Why Take Genesis Literally?

EFCCL Why Take Genesis Literally?
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Speaker: Pastor Jay Childs
Scripture: —
Series: Addressing the Tough Questions

  1. Nothing in Genesis Indicates It Is Legend or Myth
  2. Genesis Aligns Well with the Scientific Evidence
  3. The Other Writers of the Bible Took Genesis Literally
  4. Jesus Took Genesis Literally
  5. The Results of Rejecting a Literal Genesis
Posted on June 21, 2015 by EFCCL and filed under Tough Questions and tagged Jay Childs.

Is the Bible Really Trustworthy?

EFCCL Is the Bible Really Trustworthy?
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Speaker: Pastor Jay Childs
Scripture: —
Series: Addressing the Tough Questions

  1. The Claims of Those Who Wrote the Bible
  2. The Claims of Jesus
  3. The Reliability of Oral Tradition
  4. The Reliability of Bible Manuscripts
  5. Confirmation from Archaeology
  6. The Reality of Eyewitness Testimony
Posted on June 7, 2015 by EFCCL and filed under Tough Questions and tagged Jay Childs.

Watch Out for Erosion

EFCCL Watch Out for Erosion
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Speaker: Pastor Jay Childs
Scripture: 1 Kings 1-11
Series: The Life and Lessons of King Solomon

  1. Ignoring God's Will for Marriage
  2. A Focus on Money and Success
  3. Careless Sexual Habits
  4. Careless Spiritual Habits
Posted on May 3, 2015 by EFCCL and filed under King Solomon and tagged Jay Childs.

You'll Do Anything for the One You Love Most

You'll Do Anything for the One You Love Most
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Speaker: Chuck Beckler
Scripture: Luke 14:25-33
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Discussion Questions

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INTO THE BIBLE

  1. How does the truth statement that salvation is by faith alone connect with the message of Luke 14:25-33?
  2. Please explain the three demands of Jesus in your own words (everyone should try). Luke 14:25-33 makes them very clear. Read the passage together again.
  3. What is the significance of the word “cannot” in the text? Why does Jesus emphasize that word?
  4. Is the word “disciple” synonymous with the term “Christian” in Luke 14-25-33? Explain.
  5. Take some time to find other texts in the Gospels that communicate a similar message from Jesus. Discuss how they compare to Luke 14:25-33. (I didn’t give the texts because I want you to dig.)
  6. How have the three demands of Jesus personally impacted your life? Which one is the most difficult for you?
  7. Can you be a disciple without being a Christian? Explain.
  8. Can you be a Christian without being a disciple? Explain. 
Posted on April 26, 2015 by EFCCL and filed under Special Services and tagged Chuck Beckler.

Investing for the Future

Investing for the Future
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Speaker: Cal Hiebert
Scripture: Luke 12-13-34
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Sermon Notes

  1. A person's life does not consist in abundant possessions.
  2. God is in control of man's destiny. 
  3. God will provide for His own.
  4. Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Discussion Questions

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GETTING TO KNOW ME

Tell us about a treasure (other than family) that would be difficult to give up.

INTO THE BIBLE

  1. Read Ecclesiastes 8:15. How does this differ from the “eat, drink, and be merry” in Luke 12:19?
  2. Read Colossians 3:1-2. How do you set your mind on heavenly things?
  3. Read Ecclesiastes 5:10. How does this complement Jesus’ teaching about possessions?
  4. Read 1 Timothy 6:9-10. Why do you think that desiring riches and loving money causes so many problems?
  5. Read Philippians 4:11-12. What was the secret Paul learned, and how can we learn it?
  6. Is there a difference between earthly and heavenly treasure? If so, what?
  7. Read Luke 12:33. How do we apply this verse to our lives today?
  8. Is it possible to have both earthly and heavenly treasure? Explain.
  9. We are told we must plan for retirement. Discuss how we can do that and at the same time please God.

APPLICATION

How are you investing in a heavenly future? 

Posted on April 19, 2015 by EFCCL and filed under Special Services and tagged Cal Hiebert.