Bible Study

Jude: Contending for the Faith (Lesson 3 - Finish Strong)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Jude 1:15-25 (Jude 1:4, 15-25; Philippians 2:1-7 & 13-14; Romans 8:16)
 
What comes to mind when you think of spiritual warfare?
We often think of flaming swords battling against evil forces that come in the form of demons. It is definitely true that there are demons and evil forces around it, but spiritual warfare can be much more subtle that you think.
Jude finishes his letter and concludes with us how to fight and win in this battle for truth.
 
Bible study description:
Contend...that's a strong word! Truth is being attacked and our calling is to fight for truth!
We call out lies and stand firm on what is right. Jude is passionate about this subject and displays his passion through this short, but powerful book. 
Let's learn to contend for what matters most in life!
 
JUDE: Contending for the FaithLesson 3 - Finish Strong
Lesson Handout
 
I. What is spiritual warfare?II. How do we counter spiritual warfare?A. build yourself up in  faithB. pray in the spirit of GodC. grow in your relationship with GodD. keep your eyes on the coming of ChristIII. We can be victorious!

Jude: Contending for the Faith (Lesson 2 - We are at War)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Jude 1:9-15 (Jude 1:9-15; Daniel 8:16; 9:21; 10:13; Revelation 11:3; 12:7; Hebrews 13:2; Deuteronomy 34:5-6; Matthew 17:1-3; Proverbs 16:25; Genesis 4:5 & 8; 1 John 3:12)
 
Jude teaches us to contend for the faith, but it also addresses some intriguing subjects.
In Jude 9 we read about a fight between Michael, the archangel, and Satan over the body of Moses. This is an odd passage that opens up some really interesting studies. This is actually a really cool study that gives us some insights to the spiritual war that is happening around us every day.
 
Bible study description:
Contend...that's a strong word! Truth is being attacked and our calling is to fight for truth!
We call out lies and stand firm on what is right. Jude is passionate about this subject and displays his passion through this short, but powerful book. 
Let's learn to contend for what matters most in life!
 
JUDE: Contending for the FaithLesson 2 - We are at War
Lesson Handout
 
I. Michael the Archangel
II. The DevilIII. The "body of Moses" fightIV. We are at WarV. ExamplesA. Cain (In the Flesh)B. Balaam (Greed)C. Core (Rebellion)

Jude: Contending for the Faith (Lesson 1 - A Call to Contend)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Jude 1:1-8 (Jude 1:1-9 & 13; 1 Timothy 4;1-2; John 7:5; Matthew 13:55; Romans 6:1-2; Revelation 20:15)
 
Contend...that's a strong word! Truth is being attacked and our calling is to fight for truth!
We call out lies and stand firm on what is right. Jude is passionate about this subject and displays his passion through this short, but powerful book. 
Let's learn to contend for what matters most in life!
 
JUDE: Contending for the FaithLesson 1 - A Call to Contend
Lesson Handout
I. Why Jude?Two main themes:1. to expose false teachers2. to encourage believers to contend for the faith and finish strong
 
II. Jude's description:1. the servant of Jesus Christ2. brother of James
 
III. Written to believers:1. the sanctified by God the Father2. to those preserved in Jesus Christ3. to the called
 
IV. Jude's greeting
 
V. Jude's plea
VI. Definition of Contend
VII. Jude's Opposition:1. they watered down sin2. they placed doubt about salvation and deny Jesus as God
 
VIII. Illustrations of the consequences of rejecting God1. The Children of Israel2. The Angels that rebelled3. Sodom and Gomorrah

Missions 2022 :: I’ll Go Anywhere - How to Become a Missionary

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions Pastor) - Proverbs 3:5-6; Matthew 28:18-20; 1 Timothy 3; Titus 1; Romans 10:13-15
 
How does someone actually become a missionary? What steps do they have to take? Take a listen as we deep dive into the behind-the-scenes of missionary work.
 
Missions 2022
Jesus has given His church a mission to accomplish. Throughout October, we will be inspired, challenged, and blessed as we focus our attention on reaching the world with the gospel.
When it comes to the mission of preaching the gospel to every person in the world, what would God have you do? We are praying for our church family that every person would humbly tell God, “I’ll go anywhere.” God calls us to surrender to His priorities and re-arrange our lives for His mission.
 
Missions 2022 :: I'll Go Anywhere
"How to Become a Missionary:A behind-the-scenes look at the missionary process."
Lesson Handout
Resource
I. CallingA. How do I know I am called?B. What are the qualifications of a missionary?C. What are the types of missionaries?
II. SendingA. What does a sending church do?
III. Deputation + PreparationA. Ways to fund your ministryB. Selecting a mission boardC. Deputation
IV. Starting
V. Continuing in MinistryA. FurloughB. Communications with supporters
VI. Missions at the Local Church

Missions 2022 :: I’ll Go Anywhere - A Call to Worship!

Missionary Paul Weber (Missionary, Spain) - Psalm 66 (Psalm 66:1-5, 8 & 16-17)
 
The heart that truly desires to praise and worship also desires for others to join in as well. Our witness should be aimed at bringing others into worshiping our God.
 
Missions 2022
Jesus has given His church a mission to accomplish. Throughout October, we will be inspired, challenged, and blessed as we focus our attention on reaching the world with the gospel.
When it comes to the mission of preaching the gospel to every person in the world, what would God have you do? We are praying for our church family that every person would humbly tell God, “I’ll go anywhere.” God calls us to surrender to His priorities and re-arrange our lives for His mission.
 
Missions 2022 :: I'll Go Anywhere
A Call to Worship!1. Praise God in fear and joy.2. Witness of our worship and word.

Missions 2022 :: I’ll Go Anywhere - Do not be discouraged!

Missionary Moises Campos (Missionary, Spain) - Psalm 52
 
We may be living in dark times and everything around us seems to be getting worse. Missionary Moises Campos looks at a piece of scripture, specifically Psalm 52 that we can be encouraged by to continue on!
 
Missions 2022
Jesus has given His church a mission to accomplish. Throughout October, we will be inspired, challenged, and blessed as we focus our attention on reaching the world with the gospel.
When it comes to the mission of preaching the gospel to every person in the world, what would God have you do? We are praying for our church family that every person would humbly tell God, “I’ll go anywhere.” God calls us to surrender to His priorities and re-arrange our lives for His mission.
 
Missions 2022 :: I'll Go Anywhere
Do not be discouraged!

Missions 2022 :: I’ll Go Anywhere - Why missions emphasis month?

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions Pastor) - 1 Timothy 2 (1 Timothy 2:1-8; 2 Corinthians 5:18)
 
Why are we having a missions emphasis month? What is the basis for doing this? Why are we studying Faith Promise? The answer is simple...it is what God wants us to do and it is written in His Word.
 
Missions 2022
Jesus has given His church a mission to accomplish. Throughout October, we will be inspired, challenged, and blessed as we focus our attention on reaching the world with the gospel.
When it comes to the mission of preaching the gospel to every person in the world, what would God have you do? We are praying for our church family that every person would humbly tell God, “I’ll go anywhere.” God calls us to surrender to His priorities and re-arrange our lives for His mission.
 
Missions 2022 :: I'll Go Anywhere
Why missions emphasis month?
 
I. Three reasons to pray
A. So that we can continue to live for Christ in this world.
B. Our prayers for others is pleasing to God.
C. God desires everyone to be saved.
 
What is God's will for every person?
II. To be saved and know the truth
A. Saved from what?
B. Know what truth?
 
III. We sacrifice...
A. our energy and time
B. our money
C. ourselves / lives + priorities for God's will

Names of God: Abba

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Romans 8 (Matthew 5:16, 45 & 48; 6:9; Isaiah 9:6; 64:8; Psalms 89:26; 103:13; Jeremiah 31:9; John 5:43; 8:44; 10:30; 14:6; 16:32; 17:5; Ephesians 2:13 & 18; Luke 2:49; Galatians 4:4-7; Romans 8:1, 14-16 & 35; 1 John 3:1)
 
Out of all the names for God that we use today, Father is one of the most common. It is so common to us that we almost lose sight of what made this name so significant.All of the names we have studied so far have been from the Old Testament. This is the first name of God that introduces the God of the Old Testament to the theme of the New Testament. It is a powerful name that ties our hearts to the heart of God.
 
Bible study description:
Knowing someone's name is the very start of getting to know someone. It is what we use to call out to someone to get their attention. It is how we identify someone. 
Our God has many names. Each name of God reveals to us His character, His nature, and His attributes. Knowing His names brings us into a deeper relationship with Him because it allows us to know Him on a deeper level.
When we know His names, we can then call out to Him using His names. There is a reason that our God has so many names...there is power in the name of our God! Do you know our God by His names?
Names of God: Abba
I. God as Father in the Old Testament
 
II. God as our Heavenly Father
A. the Gospels
B. an illustration
C. Jesus and our "Heavenly Father”
 
IIII. Personal connection to "Abba Father"
A. you are His child
B. you are secure

Names of God: Jehovah Rohi

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Psalms 23 (Psalms 23:1-6; Isaiah 53:6; John 10:27; Proverbs 16:25)
 
It does not take much for us to get off track in life. We don't often feel like we are getting off track when we are. We feel as if, "I got this!" Then, we end up in a mess.
Psalm 23 describes our God as a Shepherd. He knows us well and He leads us through life. When we get off track, He finds us and carries us back to the flock. The Lord is our Shepherd! Do you know our God has Jehovah- Rohi?
 
Bible study description:
Knowing someone's name is the very start of getting to know someone. It is what we use to call out to someone to get their attention. It is how we identify someone. 
Our God has many names. Each name of God reveals to us His character, His nature, and His attributes. Knowing His names brings us into a deeper relationship with Him because it allows us to know Him on a deeper level.
When we know His names, we can then call out to Him using His names. There is a reason that our God has so many names...there is power in the name of our God! Do you know our God by His names?
Names of God: Jehovah Rohi
I. Jehovah Rohi (The Lord is My Shepherd)A. meaning1. shepherd2. LORD
B. application1. He leads us through life!2. He meets our needs!3. He leads us to rest!4. He leads us to what is right!5. He takes care of you!6. He never leaves you!

Names of God: Jehovah Sabaoth

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Samuel 17 (Isaiah 1:24; 44:6; Zechariah 9:15; 10:3; Luke 2:13; 1 Kings 22:19; 2 Kings 6:15-17; Exodus 14:13-14; 15:3 & 6-7; 1 Samuel 17:4, 23, 26, 32, 45-46, 48-52; 1 Chronicles 11:9; Romans 8:31; Psalms 91:11 & 14-15)
 
Through the names of God, we learn how to call upon God. When we are in need, we call upon Him as Jehovah Jireh...the God who Provides! When we feel alone, we call upon El Roi, the God who sees us! When we are hurting, we call upon Jehovah Rapha.Who do you call on when you are in a spiritual battle? Our God is Jehovah Sabaoth! Do you know what this name means? It is a name of God that deals with us facing the enemy and war. It is a powerful name that means so much when you feel overwhelmed in the battles of life.
 
Bible study description:
Knowing someone's name is the very start of getting to know someone. It is what we use to call out to someone to get their attention. It is how we identify someone. 
Our God has many names. Each name of God reveals to us His character, His nature, and His attributes. Knowing His names brings us into a deeper relationship with Him because it allows us to know Him on a deeper level.
When we know His names, we can then call out to Him using His names. There is a reason that our God has so many names...there is power in the name of our God! Do you know our God by His names?
Names of God: Jehovah Sabaoth
I. Jehovah Sabaoth (The LORD of Hosts)A. meaningB. What is a host?II. What does the Lord of Hosts do?III. 1 Samuel 17IV. Application

Names of God: Jehovah Rapha

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Exodus 15 (Exodus 15:22-27; 2 Kings 5:10; Daniel 4:34; Psalm 34:8; Psalm 103:2-3; 1 Kings 18:30; Luke 4:14-21)
 
Bible study description:
Knowing someone's name is the very start of getting to know someone. It is what we use to call out to someone to get their attention. It is how we identify someone. 
Our God has many names. Each name of God reveals to us His character, His nature, and His attributes. Knowing His names brings us into a deeper relationship with Him because it allows us to know Him on a deeper level.
When we know His names, we can then call out to Him using His names. There is a reason that our God has so many names...there is power in the name of our God! Do you know our God by His names?
Names of God: Jehovah Rapha
I. Rapha =  the God who...A. healsB. restoresC. mends
II. HealingA. healing is a processB. Jesus' ministry is a healing one
III. ApplicationA. We must change our view of healing.B. What is God trying to teach us in our trials?C. Trust God to restore in the way that aligns to His will.D. He is a God of restoration (not just physical healing). 

Names of God: Jehovah Shalom

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Judges 6:1-24; Genesis 1:1-3; 43:27; Exodus 21:33-34; Leviticus 25:10; 1 Samuel 25:6; Joshua 10:21; Isaiah 9:6; Philippians 4:4-7; Romans 12:18
 
Bible study description:
Knowing someone's name is the very start of getting to know someone. It is what we use to call out to someone to get their attention. It is how we identify someone. 
Our God has many names. Each name of God reveals to us His character, His nature, and His attributes. Knowing His names brings us into a deeper relationship with Him because it allows us to know Him on a deeper level.
When we know His names, we can then call out to Him using His names. There is a reason that our God has so many names...there is power in the name of our God! Do you know our God by His names?
Names of God: Jehovah Shalom
I. IntroductionA. The reasons for God’s names---1. throne names---2. location names---3. victory namesB. Key questions---1. What is the context in which this name is given?---2. What does it tell us about His character?
II. Jehovah Shalom - What does “Shalom” mean?A. The character of Shalom---1. order---2. wholeness/mended state---3. peace---4. right orientationB. The Dimensions of Shalom---1. the external dimension---2. the internal dimension---3. the eternal dimension 
III. Judges 6 - Jehovah ShalomA. The setting of JudgesB. The significance of peace in a disordered world
IV. Application