Study Notes by Bible Reference

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 Bible Reference

 Title

 Description

 Date Preached

 Ezra

 Returning, Repenting, Rebuilding

 A study of the post-exilic Old Testament scriptures drawing out principles for believers and churches today.

 2007 February - March

 Nehemiah

 Returning, Repenting, Rebuilding

 A study of the post-exilic Old Testament scriptures drawing out principles for believers and churches today.

 2007 April

 Haggai

 Returning, Repenting, Rebuilding

 A study of the post-exilic Old Testament scriptures drawing out principles for believers and churches today.

 2007 March 11th

 Zechariah

 Returning, Repenting, Rebuilding

 A study of the post-exilic Old Testament scriptures drawing out principles for believers and churches today.

 2007 March 25th

 Matthew 5:1-12

 The Beatitudes

 An A5 booklet summarising the vital message of the Beatitudes

 2003 February

 Matthew 5:17-48

 Jesus Fulfils the Law

 An examination of Jesus' teaching about the Law in the Sermon on the Mount including what it means for Jesus to fulfil the Law.

 2008, July 27th

 Matthew 7:13-29

 Choices & Consequences

 The challenge of Jesus - How do we respond to His teaching in the Sermon on the Mount?

 2003 November 23rd

 Matthew 13:1-32

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Matthew 18

 Attitudes to Sin & Sinners

 Christ's teaching on forgiveness

 2004 November 21st

 Matthew 18:12-24

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Matthew 24:45-51

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Matthew 25:1-30

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Matthew 28:16-20

 The Great Commission

 The challenge of the Great Commission

 2003 January

 Mark 4

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Luke 1:5-25, 57-80

 Zechariah's Song

 Recapturing wonder, restoring faith and refocusing hope through the example of Zechariah.

 2007, December 16th

 Luke 2:21-52

  The Raising of the Son

 Considering the amazing privilege and responsibility Mary and Joseph had in raising Jesus and drawing lessons for Christian parents and children.

 2006, December 31st

 Luke 6:1-7

 God and Money

 How should Christians view material possessions, and how does God want us to use them?

 2006 November 19th

 Luke 8:4-15

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Luke 13:18-19

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Luke 12:42-48

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 Luke 15:3-32

 The Parables of Jesus

 A study of some of Jesus' most famous parables including principles for understanding and applying parables to our lives.

 2007 May - June

 John 13:1-17

 The Basin and The Towel

 Peace in a Troubled World Part 1 - expository teaching from John 13-17

 2006 January 29th

 John 13:31-14:14

 Faith not Sight

 Peace in a Troubled World Part 2 - expository teaching from John 13-17

 2006 February 12th

 John 14:15-31

 Another Counsellor

 Peace in a Troubled World Part 3 - expository teaching from John 13-17

 2006 February 19th

 John 15:1-17

 The Vine & Branches

 Peace in a Troubled World Part 4 - expository teaching from John 13-17

 2006 February 26th

 John 16:16-33

 Grief & Joy

 Peace in a Troubled World Part 7 - expository teaching from John 13-17

 2006 March 26th

 John 17

 The Prayer of Christ

 Peace in a Troubled World Part 8 - expository teaching from John 13-17

 2006 April 23rd

 Romans 1-4

 Essentials for Faith

 Expository teaching from Romans 1-4

 2005, February

 Romans 5-8

 Essentials for Life

 Expository teaching from Romans 5-8

 2005, May

 Romans 12-16

 Essential Relationships

 Expository teaching from Romans 12-16

 2005, June / July

 I Corinthians 6:12-7:9

 God and Sexuality

In a society that is obsessed with sex and sexuality, how should Christians respond?  How should Christians respond to homosexuality, sex education in schools and contraception?  How can be be good stewards of our own sexuality?

 2006 November 26th

 I Corinthians 12-14

 'About Spiritual Gifts'

 The vital role of spiritual gifts in the life of the local church

 2004 October 17th

 I Corinthians 15

 The Resurrection

 The centrality of the resurrection to our faith

 2004 October 24th

 Ephesians 4:22-5:20

 The Power of Spirit-filled Speech

 Vital teaching about our speech from Ephesians

 2003 Undated

 Philippians 4:10-13

 The Secret of Contentment

 What is contentment, why do we need it and how can we have it?

 2007 February 11th

 I Timothy 6:3-21.

 God and Money

 How should Christians view material possessions, and how does God want us to use them?

 2006 November 19th

 Hebrews

 The Hebrews our Teachers

 A three part series discovering what it means for us to call Jesus "Christ" with reference to the book of Hebrews and the Old Testament appointed offices of Prophet, Priest & King.

 2005 November

 James 2:14-26

 Faith & Deeds

 An examination of James' central argument that faith without works is dead.  Is this in conflict with Paul's teaching?  What is the connection of faith and deeds in the Christian life?  What are the practical implications for us in assessing our own spiritual position, in how we do evangelism and in our social action as individuals and a church?

 2006 August 13th

 James 3:1-4:12

 Wisdom & Words

 Do you ever struggle with your tongue?  Why is it that our lips can sing praise to God one minute and curse others the next?  In this section James shows us the beginning of true wisdom and how this will impact our speech.

 2006 August 20th

 James 4:13-5:20

 Living for Today

 What is the purpose of life?  How can we have a different perspective that sees beyond living for today?  What difference will this new perspective make in our lives?

 2006 September 10th

 Jude

 Fighting for a Faith Under Fire

 The message of Jude

 2008 February 24th