Fellowship Baptist Church

Jonah: from running to revival (Confronting our fear - Lesson 1)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Jonah 1 (2 Timothy 1:7; Jonah 1:1-17)
 
When we think of Jonah, we think of the guy that ran from God and got swallowed by a whale. There is nothing wrong with this thought, because it is what happened.
Have you stopped to think of why Jonah ran from God? He loved God, so why wouldn't he just obey. The truth is because Jonah struggled with something that we all struggle with in our daily lives. What is it? It is foundational to this story and we will expose it in this study!
 
Jonah: from running to revivalLesson 1 - Confronting our fear
Handout/Outline
I. Jonah…why did he run?II. Fear turns us in the wrong direction.III. Fear takes us down the wrong path.IV. Fear traps us.

The End Times & Israel: What does the Bible say about what’s happening in our world?

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Matthew 24:3 & 32-36; 25:13; Hebrews 11:9; Genesis 12:1-3; 17:6-8; Isaiah 9:6-7; 11:11-12; 66:8; John 4:22; 13:3; Romans 9:4-5; Revelation 5:4-5; 16:1; 20:12 & 15; Mark 13:2 & 37; Deuteronomy 28:63-66; 30:3; Ezekiel 34:11-13; 37:21; Amos 9:15; Zechariah 12:2-3; Psalms 121:4-5; Joel 2:31-32; 3:1-2; 2 Peter 3:9
 
Is this the end? The Bible has warned us that Jesus will return, but we don't know when. The Bible has given us some pretty clear signs of when He will return. We also know that Israel plays a big part in God's plan.So the question that we are all asking, "Is what is happening in Israel a sign that we are nearing the end?"
 
The End Times & Israel
What does the Bible say about what's happening in our world?
 
Why does Israel matter?
I. God used Israel to give us Jesus.
II. God used Israel's people and land to fulfill prophecy.
 
What does this mean for us?
I. He will warn!
II. He will return!
III. He will judge!
A. judge the world
B. judge the unsaved
 
Illustration #1: Wailing Wall
 
Illustration #2: United Nations meeting to vote on Israel's Independence.
 
Illustration #3: United Nations vote to recognize Israel as its own country. 
 
Illustration #4: Newspaper headline, "State of Israel is born" (May 14, 1948)
 
Illustration #5: Israel's flag (1948)
 
Illustration #6: Israel's flag
 
Illustration #7: Benjamin Netanyahu (Prime Minister of Israel) & President Donald Trump (US President) where Jerusalem is formally recognized as the capital of Israel.
 
Illustration #8: Map of Arab Land vs. Israel
 
Illustration #9: News Headline - "Israel declares war."
 
Illustration #10: Protests and attacks on Israel.

Others ＞ Self (Learning to think like Jesus) - Part 2

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - Matthew 6:14-15; 22:37-39; 5:43-48; Luke 10:25-37; John 13:4-17 & 34-35; 1 John 13:16-18; Philippians 2:4-5; Ephesians 4:31-32
 
Let's get real about our own selfish tendencies. But here's the good news: Jesus shows us a better way, one that's all about serving others and finding true joy. Listen as we learn to think like Jesus.
 
Others > SelfLearning to think like Jesus
Part 2
Handout/Outline
1. Who is my neighbor?A. someone with a needB. brothers and sisters in ChristC. enemiesD. ANYONE
2. How should I treat them?A. show compassionB. become a servantC. bless themD. pray for themE. forgive them
 

Forward by FAITH --- Faith is living with a hopeful expectation in God! (Joseph)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Hebrews 11:22 (Hebrews 11:22; Genesis 50:22-26; Psalm 1:1-3; Deuteronomy 6:4-7; Romans 8:28 & 34-39; 2 Corinthians 4:6-18; 1 Peter 1:3-9; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:5-11)
 
In the final moments of his life, Joseph shows us how faith is living with hope and expectation in God and His Word! We can expect great things, because we serve a great God who is faithful and able!
 
Series description: The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please God. The Bible teaches us that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. We know that it was by faith that Daniel faced the lion's den, Noah built the ark, Moses saw the sea split, and David experienced the giant fall!Faith is necessary and essential to experience victories in our lives, but do we really understand Faith? Hebrews 11 not only explains faith, but it illustrates the power of faith through the stories of God's people living out their faith.In order to move forward by faith as Christians, we must have a full understanding of faith. This series will take us through Hebrews 11 to discover the power of faith and how to live it out!
 
Forward by FAITH
"Faith is living with a hopeful expectation in God!"
 
I. A hopeful expectation in God's Word.
II. A hopeful expectation despite present difficulty.
III. A hopeful expectation of future blessings.

Others ＞ Self (Learning to think like Jesus) - Part 1

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - Philippians 2 (Philippians 2:1-8; Matthew 26:39)
 
Let's get real about our own selfish tendencies. But here's the good news: Jesus shows us a better way, one that's all about serving others and finding true joy. Listen as we learn to think like Jesus.
 
Others > SelfLearning to think like Jesus
Part 1
Handout/Outline
1. We are selfish people.2. Jesus has a better way.3. Serving others brings joy.
 

Forward by FAITH --- Faith is stepping into a new beginning! (Jacob)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Hebrews 11:20-21 (Hebrews 11:20-21; Genesis 25:21-28; 27:1-4, 6-8, 18-24, 32-34 & 41; 32:9 & 24-28; 33:4; Galatians 6:7; Romans 5:20; 2 Corinthians 5:17)
 
Most of the stories of Hebrews 11 tell us how God did great things through steps of faith, but the story of Jacob is much different. This is a story of new beginnings.Through faith, God restores broken lives and past mistakes. It does not matter how much we mess up, God has a path for us to take to a new beginning! There is help and hope for everyone that will trust God.
 
Series description: The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please God. The Bible teaches us that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. We know that it was by faith that Daniel faced the lion's den, Noah built the ark, Moses saw the sea split, and David experienced the giant fall!Faith is necessary and essential to experience victories in our lives, but do we really understand Faith? Hebrews 11 not only explains faith, but it illustrates the power of faith through the stories of God's people living out their faith.In order to move forward by faith as Christians, we must have a full understanding of faith. This series will take us through Hebrews 11 to discover the power of faith and how to live it out!
 
Forward by FAITH
"Faith is stepping into a new beginning!"
 
Steps to a new beginning:
I. Accept God's Grace!
--- A. God confronts our sin
--- B. God changes us
--- C. God restores us
II. Give God Praise!

Parables: Life Stories from Jesus (The Moneylender)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Luke 7:36-50 (Mark 4:2; Luke 7:36-50; Matthew 11:28; 1 Corinthians 11:15; Proverbs 7:17)
 
When Jesus taught, people listened. They were captivated by His teaching. He delivered truth that was new and transforming.
In this two week study, we will not only study what He taught, but how He taught it. Jesus spoke in parables...what does this mean? Discover the amazing teachings of Jesus that were taught through parables!
 
Parables: Life Stories from JesusThe Moneylender (Lesson 2)
Handout/Outline
 
I. What is parable?II. The MoneylenderA. everyone is equally forgivenB. everyone belongs at the feet of JesusC. you are no better because you don't have a bad past

Forward by FAITH --- Faith is moving forward when nothing makes sense! (Abraham)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Hebrews 11:8-19 (Hebrews 11:8-19; Genesis 12:1-3; 22:1-5 & 8-19)
 
Most of us know how to make a plan and then work the plan. In life, we need a map to follow, we need instructions that will help make the pieces make sense. But sometimes life doesn't make sense.What do you do when God calls you to do something but it goes against logic and emotions. What do you do when your emotions are all over the place and you feel like things are falling apart, but God calls you to keep going?Faith is...well, faith is moving forward when nothing makes sense!
 
Series description: The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please God. The Bible teaches us that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. We know that it was by faith that Daniel faced the lion's den, Noah built the ark, Moses saw the sea split, and David experienced the giant fall!Faith is necessary and essential to experience victories in our lives, but do we really understand Faith? Hebrews 11 not only explains faith, but it illustrates the power of faith through the stories of God's people living out their faith.In order to move forward by faith as Christians, we must have a full understanding of faith. This series will take us through Hebrews 11 to discover the power of faith and how to live it out!
 
Forward by FAITH
"Faith is moving forward when nothing makes sense!"
 
When things don't make sense:
I. Keep moving forward.
II. Remember what God has already done.
 
Illustration #1: Location of Israel on a map

Parables: Life Stories from Jesus (The Patch & the Wineskins)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Luke 5 (Mark 4:2 & 34; Matthew 5:17; 13:10-18; 15:3; John 4:19-24; 8:20; 16:32; Luke 5:29-39; 16:13; Isaiah 43:18-19; 1 Corinthians 11:25; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Romans 6:4)
 
When Jesus taught, people listened. They were captivated by His teaching. He delivered truth that was new and transforming.
In this two week study, we will not only study what He taught, but how He taught it. Jesus spoke in parables...what does this mean? Discover the amazing teachings of Jesus that were taught through parables!
 
Parables: Life Stories from JesusThe Patch & the Wineskins (Lesson 1)
Handout/Outline
 
I. What is a parable?A. to reveal the truth to those who wanted to know itB. to conceal the truth from those who were indifferent
 
II. The Patch & the WineskinsA. What is the lesson?B. Do not mix old and new covenant.C. Don't live your new life with old life.

Forward by FAITH --- Faith is obeying even when things seem impossible! (Noah)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Hebrews 11:7 (Matthew 19:26; 24:33-34; Hebrews 11:7; Genesis 6:5, 9 & 11-12; 7:5; Revelation 4:11; Luke 17:26-29 & 36; 2 Peter 2:5; 3:9; John 9:4; 14:3; James 2:17; 2 Timothy 4:2)
 
What is faith? Faith is more than believing. It goes deeper than this. The Bible says that faith without works is dead. Dead is a pretty strong description. Faith without obedience or action is...dead, meaning, it accomplishes nothing. Hebrews 11:7 tells a story of a guy that obeyed God to do what seemed impossible. The result...well, it changed history!Are you willing to obey God when He calls you to do things that seem impossible?
 
Series description: The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please God. The Bible teaches us that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. We know that it was by faith that Daniel faced the lion's den, Noah built the ark, Moses saw the sea split, and David experienced the giant fall!Faith is necessary and essential to experience victories in our lives, but do we really understand Faith? Hebrews 11 not only explains faith, but it illustrates the power of faith through the stories of God's people living out their faith.In order to move forward by faith as Christians, we must have a full understanding of faith. This series will take us through Hebrews 11 to discover the power of faith and how to live it out!
 
Forward by FAITH
"Faith is obeying even when things seem impossible!"
 
How do we obey God?
I. Believe the Warning!
II. Take Action!
--- A. work the plan
--- B. preach the truth

Light in the Darkness (Part 4 - The Healed Man and His Saviour)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - John 9 (John 9:1-41; 1 Timothy 1:15; Luke 19:10; Matthew 28:19-20; Hebrews 9:27-28; 13:5-6; 2 Peter 3:18; John 3:14-20; Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:12-14)
 
In the final part of this four part series, we see two more examples of Jesus being the Light of World! From John 9, we will see the love of the Savior as He seeks out the lost, and invites all people to repentance and forgiveness!
 
Series description:
Jesus declared himself to be the Light of the World. Through His death, burial and resurrection He brings light and life to all who believe in Him!
In this exciting four part study, we will see from the Gospel of John several real life examples of how Jesus brings light into the darkness of our lives!
 
Light in the Darkness (A Study of John 9)
Part 4: The Healed Man and His Saviour
Handout/Outline
 
I. The Love of the SaviourA. a picture of salvationB. a reminder of God's faithfulnessC. a lesson in discipleship
II. The Pronouncement of JesusA. the judgement of ChristB. the opportunity for forgiveness

Forward by FAITH --- Faith is walking with God! (Enoch)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Hebrews 11:5-6 (Hebrews 6:9; 7:19 & 22; 8:6; 11:5-6, 25, 35 & 40; Proverbs 3:5-7; 14:12; Genesis 5:21-24; James 1:8; 4:8; Joshua 24:15; John 10:27; Psalms 37:23; 119:105; Matthew 16:24)
 
What does faith look like in everyday life?One of the most practical illustrations of living by faith comes from one of the least discussed characters in the Bible...Enoch. There might be some that have never heard of this guy. Again, he did not win a war or build a nation. So what did he do that was so special to be mentioned in Hebrews? The answer is pretty simple...He walked with God.Before you write this off as something that is too simple, let's study what it means to walk with God!
 
Series description: The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please God. The Bible teaches us that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. We know that it was by faith that Daniel faced the lion's den, Noah built the ark, Moses saw the sea split, and David experienced the giant fall!Faith is necessary and essential to experience victories in our lives, but do we really understand Faith? Hebrews 11 not only explains faith, but it illustrates the power of faith through the stories of God's people living out their faith.In order to move forward by faith as Christians, we must have a full understanding of faith. This series will take us through Hebrews 11 to discover the power of faith and how to live it out!
 
Forward by FAITH
"Faith is walking with God!"
 
Walking with God is...
I. Making a choice.
II. Following His plan.
III. Experiencing the better.
 
Illustration #1: Two Paths or Coming to a Crossroads