Sermons https://www.stonebridgesa.com no en-us ℗ & © 2024 Stonebridge Baptist Church: San Antonio, TX Sermons from Stonebridge Baptist Church: San Antonio, TX Stonebridge Baptist Church: San Antonio, TX Sermons Sermons Albert Diaz albertdiazsatx@att.net Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 4: Jesus: The Good Shepherd Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 4: Jesus: The Good Shepherd https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-4-jesus-the-good-shepherd Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd. His sheep know His voice, and He knows His sheep. He comes to lay down His life and take it up again so that His sheep can experience abundant life, unlike the thief, who only comes to steal, kill and destroy. Jesus is also the door that we must walk to and through to gain eternal life and an abundant life, life in relationship with God. Jesus makes very serious claims about Himself in this passage and He demands a response from us. Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd. His sheep know His voice, and He knows His sheep. He comes to lay down His life and take it up again so that His sheep can experience abundant life, unlike the thief, who only comes to steal, kill and destroy. Jesus is also the door that we must walk to and through to gain eternal life and an abundant life, life in relationship with God. Jesus makes very serious claims about Himself in this passage and He demands a response from us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/392/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-4-jesus-the-good-shepherd Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 3: What Jesus Expects from His Followers Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 3: What Jesus Expects from His Followers https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-3-what-jesus-expects-from-his-followers Salvation is freely offered through Jesus Christ as gift of grace to all who repent of their sin and turn to Him in faith. Grace is freely given, but it is not cheap grace. Jesus wants us to count the cost before following Him. He wants us to know that if we are going to be followers, we should not expect our lives to be comfortable, we must make Him priority one, and He expects us to trust Him in all situations. Salvation is freely offered through Jesus Christ as gift of grace to all who repent of their sin and turn to Him in faith. Grace is freely given, but it is not cheap grace. Jesus wants us to count the cost before following Him. He wants us to know that if we are going to be followers, we should not expect our lives to be comfortable, we must make Him priority one, and He expects us to trust Him in all situations. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/391/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-3-what-jesus-expects-from-his-followers Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 2: Jesus Changes Us From The Inside-Out Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 2: Jesus Changes Us From The Inside-Out https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-2-jesus-changes-us-from-the-inside-out When Jesus performed His first public miracle, turning water into wine, He was also telling us very important truths: first, He is the One who covers our shame and restores our honor. Second, He is Lord. He is not obliged to do what we expect or want Him to do. Our will is to bend to His. Third, He is the One who changes us from the inside out, giving us a new heart, and the change we truly need, not just external change. Jesus is the only One who can do this work in our lives. He alone is our Hope. When Jesus performed His first public miracle, turning water into wine, He was also telling us very important truths: first, He is the One who covers our shame and restores our honor. Second, He is Lord. He is not obliged to do what we expect or want Him to do. Our will is to bend to His. Third, He is the One who changes us from the inside out, giving us a new heart, and the change we truly need, not just external change. Jesus is the only One who can do this work in our lives. He alone is our Hope. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/390/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-2-jesus-changes-us-from-the-inside-out Sun, 3 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 1: The Man in The Wilderness Easter: The King and The Cross, Part 1: The Man in The Wilderness https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-1-the-man-in-the-wilderness We are beginning our Easter Sermon Series: The King and the Cross. The message today is entitled 'The Man in the Wilderness.' The text is Matthew 3:1-12. Here, we encounter John the Baptist, the forerunner to the Messiah, Jesus Christ. John's message to his contemporaries, and to us, is that we must repent and prepare our hearts to receive the Lord Jesus as King. John emphasizes that this call to turn from sin and to Jesus is urgent, and, has eternal implications. We are beginning our Easter Sermon Series: The King and the Cross. The message today is entitled 'The Man in the Wilderness.' The text is Matthew 3:1-12. Here, we encounter John the Baptist, the forerunner to the Messiah, Jesus Christ. John's message to his contemporaries, and to us, is that we must repent and prepare our hearts to receive the Lord Jesus as King. John emphasizes that this call to turn from sin and to Jesus is urgent, and, has eternal implications. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/389/easter-the-king-and-the-cross-part-1-the-man-in-the-wilderness Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 36: Jesus Is Our Rescuer Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 36: Jesus Is Our Rescuer https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-36-jesus-is-our-rescuer As Christians, we still struggle with sin, but one day, when we see Jesus Christ Face to face, we will be forever free from sin. Jesus is our ultimate Hope. Jesus is our rescuer. He is the One who will ultimately and finally rescue us from this war with sin. For those who are not yet followers of Jesus, it is important to understand that only He can offer forgiveness. As Christians, we still struggle with sin, but one day, when we see Jesus Christ Face to face, we will be forever free from sin. Jesus is our ultimate Hope. Jesus is our rescuer. He is the One who will ultimately and finally rescue us from this war with sin. For those who are not yet followers of Jesus, it is important to understand that only He can offer forgiveness. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/388/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-36-jesus-is-our-rescuer Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 35: The Holiness of the Law and the Sinfulness of Sin Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 35: The Holiness of the Law and the Sinfulness of Sin https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-35-the-holiness-of-the-law-and-the-sinfulness-of-sin The Law of God is holy, righteous and perfect. The problem we have as humans is not that the Law is too demanding, rather the problem is, we are sinful. Jesus Christ is the only one who perfectly obeyed the Father. Our only hope is Him, as we cannot measure up to the perfect requirements of the Law given to us by the Perfect God Above All Creation. The Law of God is holy, righteous and perfect. The problem we have as humans is not that the Law is too demanding, rather the problem is, we are sinful. Jesus Christ is the only one who perfectly obeyed the Father. Our only hope is Him, as we cannot measure up to the perfect requirements of the Law given to us by the Perfect God Above All Creation. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/387/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-35-the-holiness-of-the-law-and-the-sinfulness-of-sin Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 34: We Belong to Christ Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 34: We Belong to Christ https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-34-we-belong-to-christ Because of the saving work of Jesus, the Christian, those who have been born again, enjoy a new status with God, a new power to obey God and a new security in our relationship with God. Because of the saving work of Jesus, the Christian, those who have been born again, enjoy a new status with God, a new power to obey God and a new security in our relationship with God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/386/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-34-we-belong-to-christ Sun, 4 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 2024: A Focused Life, Part 4: All for The Glory of God 2024: A Focused Life, Part 4: All for The Glory of God https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/2024-a-focused-life-part-4-all-for-the-glory-of-god For the Christian and for the Household of Faith, the Church, our motivation for doing whatever we do is to be the glory of God. God created us for His glory and will not share His glory with another.  The question for us individually and corporately will always be 'will we live for the glory of God, or, try to live on our own terms?' For the Christian and for the Household of Faith, the Church, our motivation for doing whatever we do is to be the glory of God. God created us for His glory and will not share His glory with another.  The question for us individually and corporately will always be 'will we live for the glory of God, or, try to live on our own terms?' https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/385/2024-a-focused-life-part-4-all-for-the-glory-of-god Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 2024: A Focused Life, Part 3: Our Mission 2024: A Focused Life, Part 3: Our Mission https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/2024-a-focused-life-part-3-our-mission Our Lord has given us a very clear mission. This mission is for individual Christians and for churches. Jesus has commissioned us to take the gospel to all people groups and to make disciples of all nations. The question is, will we obey, or disobey our King’s mandate? Our Lord has given us a very clear mission. This mission is for individual Christians and for churches. Jesus has commissioned us to take the gospel to all people groups and to make disciples of all nations. The question is, will we obey, or disobey our King’s mandate? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/384/2024-a-focused-life-part-3-our-mission Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 2024: A Focused Life, Part 2: Love Your Neighbor 2024: A Focused Life, Part 2: Love Your Neighbor https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/2024-a-focused-life-part-2-love-your-neighbor Jesus said that the second greatest commandment is to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. As Christians, we cannot keep people at arm's length and live out this commandment. God calls us to truly love our neighbor, and this love starts by building Christ-honoring, loving relationships for the sake of the gospel and continues through meeting practical needs. As we grow to love our neighbor as ourselves, as we step out of our fortresses and comfort zones for the sake of the gospel, the Lord will use 'loving your neighbor' as the pathway for our lost friends to become children of the Living God. Jesus said that the second greatest commandment is to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. As Christians, we cannot keep people at arm's length and live out this commandment. God calls us to truly love our neighbor, and this love starts by building Christ-honoring, loving relationships for the sake of the gospel and continues through meeting practical needs. As we grow to love our neighbor as ourselves, as we step out of our fortresses and comfort zones for the sake of the gospel, the Lord will use 'loving your neighbor' as the pathway for our lost friends to become children of the Living God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/383/2024-a-focused-life-part-2-love-your-neighbor Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 2024: A Focused Life, Part 1: The Love God Deserves from Us 2024: A Focused Life, Part 1: The Love God Deserves from Us https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/2024-a-focused-life-part-1-the-love-god-deserves-from-us For the Christian (and therefore the church), our love for God is to be supreme. We are to love and treasure Him more than anything or anyone. We are to love Him with the totality of who we are as people. Jesus said that this commandment is the most important commandment.  If we are to have a clear focus, we must have a right focus, and that focus is on loving God above anyone or anything. For the Christian (and therefore the church), our love for God is to be supreme. We are to love and treasure Him more than anything or anyone. We are to love Him with the totality of who we are as people. Jesus said that this commandment is the most important commandment.  If we are to have a clear focus, we must have a right focus, and that focus is on loving God above anyone or anything. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/382/2024-a-focused-life-part-1-the-love-god-deserves-from-us Sun, 7 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Christ Is Our Mediator Jesus Christ Is Our Mediator https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/jesus-christ-is-our-mediator Jesus is our perfect mediator. He was prophesied in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New Testament. Jesus is our perfect mediator. He was prophesied in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New Testament. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/381/jesus-christ-is-our-mediator Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 5: Jesus, The Light of The World Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 5: Jesus, The Light of The World https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-5-jesus-the-light-of-the-world Jesus Christ is the Light of the World. God the Son came to us lowly, humbly, for the express purpose of laying His life down for our sins. Jesus is the Light that shines into our darkness. He is the Giver of Life and He is our Only Hope. That child in the manger is the eternal Creator God who personally came to us to redeem us. Jesus Christ is the Light of the World. God the Son came to us lowly, humbly, for the express purpose of laying His life down for our sins. Jesus is the Light that shines into our darkness. He is the Giver of Life and He is our Only Hope. That child in the manger is the eternal Creator God who personally came to us to redeem us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/380/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-5-jesus-the-light-of-the-world Sun, 24 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 4: The Song of Mary Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 4: The Song of Mary https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-4-the-song-of-mary Christmas is also a time in which we praise and thank God for who He is, and all that He has done for us. In our text we see two women, Elizabeth and Mary, bursting forth in praise as they consider the Greatness of God and His wonderful works. Christmas should be a time in which we slow down and recount the greatness and goodness of our God and the costly, loving gift of His Son, Jesus Christ. Christmas is also a time in which we praise and thank God for who He is, and all that He has done for us. In our text we see two women, Elizabeth and Mary, bursting forth in praise as they consider the Greatness of God and His wonderful works. Christmas should be a time in which we slow down and recount the greatness and goodness of our God and the costly, loving gift of His Son, Jesus Christ. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/379/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-4-the-song-of-mary Sun, 17 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 3: Look for the Woman Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 3: Look for the Woman https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-3-look-for-the-woman When we look at the genealogy of Jesus, something amazing stands out: the presence of women, and, not just any women, but four of the five had huge question marks and or stains over their lives. Including women in Jewish genealogies is very rare, yet Matthew includes five women in the genealogy of Jesus. In this text, we learn more lessons of what Christmas means. We see there are profound Biblical truths being conveyed: first, God extends His grace beyond ethnic Israel to the Gentiles. Two: God overcomes the effects of sin and shame as He works out His Sovereign Redemptive Purposes, and three: God keeps His promises in ways we could never have anticipated. No matter who you are or where you have been or what you have done, God’s grace is greater than all your sin and He is not only willing to forgive, but to cover sin, shame and guilt, and to redeem all of that for His glory and your ultimate good. When we look at the genealogy of Jesus, something amazing stands out: the presence of women, and, not just any women, but four of the five had huge question marks and or stains over their lives. Including women in Jewish genealogies is very rare, yet Matthew includes five women in the genealogy of Jesus. In this text, we learn more lessons of what Christmas means. We see there are profound Biblical truths being conveyed: first, God extends His grace beyond ethnic Israel to the Gentiles. Two: God overcomes the effects of sin and shame as He works out His Sovereign Redemptive Purposes, and three: God keeps His promises in ways we could never have anticipated. No matter who you are or where you have been or what you have done, God’s grace is greater than all your sin and He is not only willing to forgive, but to cover sin, shame and guilt, and to redeem all of that for His glory and your ultimate good. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/378/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-3-look-for-the-woman Sun, 10 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 2: The Faith and Obedience of Mary and Joseph Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 2: The Faith and Obedience of Mary and Joseph https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-2-the-faith-and-obedience-of-mary-and-joseph The Lord calls us to follow Him, to trust in Him, to give ourselves wholly to Him. In the context of our relationship with God, He will call us far out of our comfort zones, and, at times into situations that seem impossible (from our vantage). However, the Lord expects faith and trust and obedience. Mary and Joseph are remarkable examples of what this kind of normal Christian faith looks like and what it does. The Lord calls us to follow Him, to trust in Him, to give ourselves wholly to Him. In the context of our relationship with God, He will call us far out of our comfort zones, and, at times into situations that seem impossible (from our vantage). However, the Lord expects faith and trust and obedience. Mary and Joseph are remarkable examples of what this kind of normal Christian faith looks like and what it does. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/377/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-2-the-faith-and-obedience-of-mary-and-joseph Sun, 3 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 1: A Light Has Dawned Christmas Series: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace, Part 1: A Light Has Dawned https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-1-a-light-has-dawned Jesus Christ, the Son of God, entered into our human condition, into our thick darkness, to redeem us. Jesus is God’s gift to us. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, entered into our human condition, into our thick darkness, to redeem us. Jesus is God’s gift to us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/376/christmas-series-the-dawn-of-redeeming-grace-part-1-a-light-has-dawned Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 God Is Omniscient - What Is Our Response? God Is Omniscient - What Is Our Response? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/god-is-omniscient-what-is-our-response God is omniscient - what is our proper response? God is omniscient - what is our proper response? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/375/god-is-omniscient-what-is-our-response Sun, 19 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 33: The Superior Benefits of Serving God and Not Sin Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 33: The Superior Benefits of Serving God and Not Sin https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-33-the-superior-benefits-of-serving-god-and-not-sin God calls us to serve Him, not sin. There are very real benefits to serving God that infinitely outweigh the 'benefits' of serving sin. God invites us into a very real, love relationship with Him that impacts our eternal destiny and our present reality. Sin only offers us death, shame and eternity apart from God. What is required is that we turn from our sin and receive the free gift of God's grace through Jesus Christ. Each of us must decide: 'who will I serve?' God calls us to serve Him, not sin. There are very real benefits to serving God that infinitely outweigh the 'benefits' of serving sin. God invites us into a very real, love relationship with Him that impacts our eternal destiny and our present reality. Sin only offers us death, shame and eternity apart from God. What is required is that we turn from our sin and receive the free gift of God's grace through Jesus Christ. Each of us must decide: 'who will I serve?' https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/374/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-33-the-superior-benefits-of-serving-god-and-not-sin Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 32: Who Do You Serve? Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 32: Who Do You Serve? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-32-who-do-you-serve Born again Christians have an objective new reality: because we are saved by grace, because we are new creations in Christ Jesus, because we are united with Christ, we are no longer slaves to sin. As such, Christians are to present themselves to God, coming under His authority. He becomes our new master. We are not to present ourselves to our old master, sin. Christians are to reckon ourselves dead to sin and alive in Christ because this is our new, objective identity in Christ. Born again Christians have an objective new reality: because we are saved by grace, because we are new creations in Christ Jesus, because we are united with Christ, we are no longer slaves to sin. As such, Christians are to present themselves to God, coming under His authority. He becomes our new master. We are not to present ourselves to our old master, sin. Christians are to reckon ourselves dead to sin and alive in Christ because this is our new, objective identity in Christ. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/373/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-32-who-do-you-serve Sun, 5 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Israel: What do These Things Mean, and What are We Supposed to Do? Israel: What do These Things Mean, and What are We Supposed to Do? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/israel-what-do-these-things-mean-and-what-are-we-supposed-to-do With the events unfolding in Israel, the Middle East, and now the world, it is normal for Christians to ask 'What do these things mean? Are these End Time events? Is there eschatological significance to these events? Is Jesus about to return?'  There are many pastors and theologians who are asking these questions, and many people in our pews are also asking these questions as well. This sermon seeks to equip and to address prophetic passages that some are pointing to as we watch events unfold. It also seeks to challenge Christians with truths we can definitely know about Jesus' Return, and to call all people to turn to Him in faith. With the events unfolding in Israel, the Middle East, and now the world, it is normal for Christians to ask 'What do these things mean? Are these End Time events? Is there eschatological significance to these events? Is Jesus about to return?'  There are many pastors and theologians who are asking these questions, and many people in our pews are also asking these questions as well. This sermon seeks to equip and to address prophetic passages that some are pointing to as we watch events unfold. It also seeks to challenge Christians with truths we can definitely know about Jesus' Return, and to call all people to turn to Him in faith. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/372/israel-what-do-these-things-mean-and-what-are-we-supposed-to-do Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 31: No Longer Slaves to Sin Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 31: No Longer Slaves to Sin https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-31-no-longer-slaves-to-sin God’s grace does not lead people to want to sin, or to minimize sin. Far from it. There are five realities in Romans 6:1-10 that explain how God’s grace transforms us and leads us to want to obey, to not sin: First, we died to sin. Second, We died with Christ in baptism. Third, We share in Christ’s resurrection life. Fourth, We were crucified with Christ. Fifth: We live with Christ.  When we understand these realities, we understand clearly that followers of Jesus do not see God’s grace as a license to sin, rather a cause for worship. God’s grace does not lead people to want to sin, or to minimize sin. Far from it. There are five realities in Romans 6:1-10 that explain how God’s grace transforms us and leads us to want to obey, to not sin: First, we died to sin. Second, We died with Christ in baptism. Third, We share in Christ’s resurrection life. Fourth, We were crucified with Christ. Fifth: We live with Christ.  When we understand these realities, we understand clearly that followers of Jesus do not see God’s grace as a license to sin, rather a cause for worship. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/371/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-31-no-longer-slaves-to-sin Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 7: Generosity Moving Forward in Faith, Part 7: Generosity https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/moving-forward-in-faith-part-7-generosity All that we have comes from God’s Gracious Hand. We are simply stewards, or managers of what He has entrusted to us. God expects us to be rich toward Him, to lay up our treasures in heaven, not for ourselves. God loves a cheerful giver. Whatever we give is sown and in time, God will produce a spiritual harvest. All that we have comes from God’s Gracious Hand. We are simply stewards, or managers of what He has entrusted to us. God expects us to be rich toward Him, to lay up our treasures in heaven, not for ourselves. God loves a cheerful giver. Whatever we give is sown and in time, God will produce a spiritual harvest. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/370/moving-forward-in-faith-part-7-generosity Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 6: War (Part Two) Moving Forward in Faith, Part 6: War (Part Two) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/moving-forward-in-faith-part-6-war-part-two As we resume examining the matter of spiritual warfare, we see that God has given us spiritual armor that we are to put on and keep on so that we can stand firm when our enemy attacks us. We need this spiritual armor if we are to engage in spiritual warfare. If we are to move forward individually, as families, and, as a church, we must be strong in the Lord, and, we must recognize we are in a very real spiritual battle that requires humility before God and wearing the armor of God. As we resume examining the matter of spiritual warfare, we see that God has given us spiritual armor that we are to put on and keep on so that we can stand firm when our enemy attacks us. We need this spiritual armor if we are to engage in spiritual warfare. If we are to move forward individually, as families, and, as a church, we must be strong in the Lord, and, we must recognize we are in a very real spiritual battle that requires humility before God and wearing the armor of God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/369/moving-forward-in-faith-part-6-war-part-two Sun, 8 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 We Are Called to Persevere We Are Called to Persevere https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-30/we-are-called-to-persevere God calls us to persevere. Jesus shows us how to. God calls us to persevere. Jesus shows us how to. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-30/368/we-are-called-to-persevere Sat, 30 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus, The True Door Jesus, The True Door https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/jesus-the-true-door Today's message highlights Jesus' quote "I am the door of the sheep" in the Gospel of John.  During this message, we will focus on: What is the MEANING of this passage?   Embedded in the grammar and wording of these 4 verses are many features that enhance our understanding of it.  Next we will explore What is the MESSAGE?  There are 7 key takeaways featured in this passage God wants to communicate to us; and lastly Why does it MATTER?  We must ultimately choose which "door" we will enter and which "pastures" we graze in to derive our "nourishment".  How we answer these questions has great bearing on our lives - and our eternity! Today's message highlights Jesus' quote "I am the door of the sheep" in the Gospel of John.  During this message, we will focus on: What is the MEANING of this passage?   Embedded in the grammar and wording of these 4 verses are many features that enhance our understanding of it.  Next we will explore What is the MESSAGE?  There are 7 key takeaways featured in this passage God wants to communicate to us; and lastly Why does it MATTER?  We must ultimately choose which "door" we will enter and which "pastures" we graze in to derive our "nourishment".  How we answer these questions has great bearing on our lives - and our eternity! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/367/jesus-the-true-door Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 5: War (Part One) Moving Forward in Faith, Part 5: War (Part One) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/moving-forward-in-faith-part-5-war-part-one God’s Word is very clear on the reality of spiritual warfare. Christians have a very real enemy, Satan, who plans and schemes to attack, to tempt, discourage, divide and harm individuals, marriages, families, churches and cultures. The only way we can stand firm against the schemes of the Evil One is to be strong in God’s power (not our own), and to put on the spiritual armor God has given us. If we are to move forward in our walk with Jesus individually and corporately, we must understand the reality of spiritual warfare, who our enemy is, and how we stand firm against him. God’s Word is very clear on the reality of spiritual warfare. Christians have a very real enemy, Satan, who plans and schemes to attack, to tempt, discourage, divide and harm individuals, marriages, families, churches and cultures. The only way we can stand firm against the schemes of the Evil One is to be strong in God’s power (not our own), and to put on the spiritual armor God has given us. If we are to move forward in our walk with Jesus individually and corporately, we must understand the reality of spiritual warfare, who our enemy is, and how we stand firm against him. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/366/moving-forward-in-faith-part-5-war-part-one Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 4: The Necessity of Faith Moving Forward in Faith, Part 4: The Necessity of Faith https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/moving-forward-in-faith-part-4-the-necessity-of-faith Faith is essential to our Christian life. The Christian life is all about faith, from salvation to sanctification to following and trusting Christ daily. God’s Word says that without faith it is impossible to please Him, and when God speaks of faith, He is calling us to trust in Him, His Word, His Character and His promises. This is the life He calls us to. If we are to move forward as a church, and, in our individual lives, we must be a people who walk by faith. We will experience real tests and trials, but we must keep our eyes on Jesus. Faith is essential to our Christian life. The Christian life is all about faith, from salvation to sanctification to following and trusting Christ daily. God’s Word says that without faith it is impossible to please Him, and when God speaks of faith, He is calling us to trust in Him, His Word, His Character and His promises. This is the life He calls us to. If we are to move forward as a church, and, in our individual lives, we must be a people who walk by faith. We will experience real tests and trials, but we must keep our eyes on Jesus. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/365/moving-forward-in-faith-part-4-the-necessity-of-faith Sun, 10 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 3: The Primacy of Love Moving Forward in Faith, Part 3: The Primacy of Love https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/moving-forward-in-faith-part-3-the-primacy-of-love As we continue to pray and look forward to moving forward together as a church family, with continuing to organize for ministry, with looking at the options for expanding our facilities so we might better minister to both members and our community, we must not lose sight of the primacy of love. The Lord Jesus calls His people to love one another deeply. We can serve or give sacrificially, but if we do not have love, it profits nothing. We can focus on organizing and building, but if we do not have love, we do not please God nor build up one another. As we move forward in faith, we will have times in which we are tested and times in which we will be stretched and even stressed. Such times of testing can put a strain on relationships. However, if we, the people of God, keep God’s standard of love before ourselves, we will journey well together. Love is supreme. As we continue to pray and look forward to moving forward together as a church family, with continuing to organize for ministry, with looking at the options for expanding our facilities so we might better minister to both members and our community, we must not lose sight of the primacy of love. The Lord Jesus calls His people to love one another deeply. We can serve or give sacrificially, but if we do not have love, it profits nothing. We can focus on organizing and building, but if we do not have love, we do not please God nor build up one another. As we move forward in faith, we will have times in which we are tested and times in which we will be stretched and even stressed. Such times of testing can put a strain on relationships. However, if we, the people of God, keep God’s standard of love before ourselves, we will journey well together. Love is supreme. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/364/moving-forward-in-faith-part-3-the-primacy-of-love Sun, 3 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 2: Deacons, Pastors and the Body Moving Forward in Faith, Part 2: Deacons, Pastors and the Body https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/moving-forward-in-faith-part-2-deacons-pastors-and-the-body We rejoice in ordaining Don Smith as one of our deacons. There are two offices in the local church mentioned: pastor and deacons. Deacons were given to the church to meet the practical needs in the church. As deacons serve out of their role and calling, the pastor is better able to serve out of his role and calling. Both compliment one another. God’s Word lays out qualifications for deacons as well. As a church family, we need to encourage Don and Becky and pray for them as Don joins with our deacons to minister to the needs of the church. We rejoice in ordaining Don Smith as one of our deacons. There are two offices in the local church mentioned: pastor and deacons. Deacons were given to the church to meet the practical needs in the church. As deacons serve out of their role and calling, the pastor is better able to serve out of his role and calling. Both compliment one another. God’s Word lays out qualifications for deacons as well. As a church family, we need to encourage Don and Becky and pray for them as Don joins with our deacons to minister to the needs of the church. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/363/moving-forward-in-faith-part-2-deacons-pastors-and-the-body Sun, 27 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Moving Forward in Faith, Part 1: Building Up the Body Moving Forward in Faith, Part 1: Building Up the Body https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-26/moving-forward-in-faith-part-1-building-up-the-body As the Lord continues to bless and grow His church at Stonebridge, we must adjust to what He is doing so that we can effectively minister to our many new members and to our community. Part of that adjustment involves ordaining a new deacon, Don Smith, who is called and set apart for this role of serving in the body. Another aspect of responding to the Lord’s work is for us to grow in our understanding of being a part of the local body with each of us serving out of our giftedness and calling. As the Lord continues to bless and grow His church at Stonebridge, we must adjust to what He is doing so that we can effectively minister to our many new members and to our community. Part of that adjustment involves ordaining a new deacon, Don Smith, who is called and set apart for this role of serving in the body. Another aspect of responding to the Lord’s work is for us to grow in our understanding of being a part of the local body with each of us serving out of our giftedness and calling. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-26/362/moving-forward-in-faith-part-1-building-up-the-body Sat, 26 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 30: Grace Greater Than All Our Sin Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 30: Grace Greater Than All Our Sin https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-30-grace-greater-than-all-our-sin The law is powerless to save us. The law is given to show us the holiness of God, His Holy requirements and to tutor us, to drive us to Jesus as we realize that we are incapable of measuring up to God’s righteous requirements. The good news is that God’s grace is greater than all our sin! The gospel tells us that we are far more sinful than we ever dared to believe, and at the same time, we are loved and accepted through Jesus Christ far more than we could imagine. The law is powerless to save us. The law is given to show us the holiness of God, His Holy requirements and to tutor us, to drive us to Jesus as we realize that we are incapable of measuring up to God’s righteous requirements. The good news is that God’s grace is greater than all our sin! The gospel tells us that we are far more sinful than we ever dared to believe, and at the same time, we are loved and accepted through Jesus Christ far more than we could imagine. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/361/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-30-grace-greater-than-all-our-sin Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 29: Disobedience and Obedience Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 29: Disobedience and Obedience https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-29-disobedience-and-obedience While Adam's single act of rebellion plunged all of humanity into sin and death, the singular righteous, costly act of obedience by Jesus Christ, to the point of death on a cross for our sins, brings life and righteousness to all who repent of their sin and trust in Christ for salvation. While Adam's single act of rebellion plunged all of humanity into sin and death, the singular righteous, costly act of obedience by Jesus Christ, to the point of death on a cross for our sins, brings life and righteousness to all who repent of their sin and trust in Christ for salvation. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/360/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-29-disobedience-and-obedience Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 28: Abundant, Amazing Grace! Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 28: Abundant, Amazing Grace! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-28-abundant-amazing-grace Adam's sin plunged the entire world, all of humanity into sin and death and alienation from God. Jesus Christ, God the Son, by His one act of redemption, which cost Him everything, many are made right with God! Salvation and justification through Jesus Christ are offered solely by grace. You cannot earn it. God has abundantly demonstrated His grace to us through the gift of His Son, and this gift demands a response! Jesus is our only Hope! Adam's sin plunged the entire world, all of humanity into sin and death and alienation from God. Jesus Christ, God the Son, by His one act of redemption, which cost Him everything, many are made right with God! Salvation and justification through Jesus Christ are offered solely by grace. You cannot earn it. God has abundantly demonstrated His grace to us through the gift of His Son, and this gift demands a response! Jesus is our only Hope! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/359/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-28-abundant-amazing-grace Sun, 6 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 27: Everyone is Guilty Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 27: Everyone is Guilty https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-27-everyone-is-guilty Sin entered the world through one man, Adam, and that sin was passed along to every human. Our natural condition apart from the saving work of Jesus Christ is that we are sinners by nature. We need a Savior. Jesus alone is our Hope for Salvation. Sin entered the world through one man, Adam, and that sin was passed along to every human. Our natural condition apart from the saving work of Jesus Christ is that we are sinners by nature. We need a Savior. Jesus alone is our Hope for Salvation. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/358/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-27-everyone-is-guilty Sun, 30 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 26: Christians Delight in God! Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 26: Christians Delight in God! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-26-christians-delight-in-god Because of the justifying work of Jesus Christ, those who have been born again, saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, Christians have remarkable blessings that come from that justifying work of Christ. As believers consider the amazing person and work of God, all that He has done for us, the only natural response is to delight in Him, to rejoice in Him! Because of the justifying work of Jesus Christ, those who have been born again, saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, Christians have remarkable blessings that come from that justifying work of Christ. As believers consider the amazing person and work of God, all that He has done for us, the only natural response is to delight in Him, to rejoice in Him! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/357/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-26-christians-delight-in-god Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 25: Assurance of Salvation Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 25: Assurance of Salvation https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-25-assurance-of-salvation One of the great blessings that Christians have, because we have been justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone is the assurance of our final salvation. The Lord will be faithful to complete the work He began in us. Christians can have a remarkable peace that they are secure in Christ Jesus. One of the great blessings that Christians have, because we have been justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone is the assurance of our final salvation. The Lord will be faithful to complete the work He began in us. Christians can have a remarkable peace that they are secure in Christ Jesus. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/356/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-25-assurance-of-salvation Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 24: The Indescribable Love of God Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 24: The Indescribable Love of God https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-24-the-indescribable-love-of-god As we continue to look at the blessings that come from being justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, we see in Romans 5:5-8 that one of the most amazing blessings we have as Christians is that we now know a love that is indescribable! God is love and when we come to faith in Christ, we now have an actual love relationship with our Creator! His love has been poured out on us through the gift of His Holy Spirit to us, and the remarkable gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, who died for us while we were still sinners. As we continue to look at the blessings that come from being justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, we see in Romans 5:5-8 that one of the most amazing blessings we have as Christians is that we now know a love that is indescribable! God is love and when we come to faith in Christ, we now have an actual love relationship with our Creator! His love has been poured out on us through the gift of His Holy Spirit to us, and the remarkable gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, who died for us while we were still sinners. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/355/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-24-the-indescribable-love-of-god Sun, 9 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Obedience Always Accompanies Saving Faith Obedience Always Accompanies Saving Faith https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/obedience-always-accompanies-saving-faith The Bible teaches if we love Jesus, we will obey him. Salvation is obeying the gospel. Do you have said faith or a surrendered faith? The Bible teaches if we love Jesus, we will obey him. Salvation is obeying the gospel. Do you have said faith or a surrendered faith? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/354/obedience-always-accompanies-saving-faith Sun, 2 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Tree and Its Fruit A Tree and Its Fruit https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/a-tree-and-its-fruit In having a meaningful relationship with our Holy father, the fruit grown in service to Him is true and genuine and cannot be duplicated by those who do not serve our Father. These people are described as Fig trees and grape vines (ref. Luke 6:44). Those who try to imitate having good fruits may fool many, but they will not be able to keep the evil that is in their hearts from flowing out of their mouths (ref. Luke 6:45). In having a meaningful relationship with our Holy father, the fruit grown in service to Him is true and genuine and cannot be duplicated by those who do not serve our Father. These people are described as Fig trees and grape vines (ref. Luke 6:44). Those who try to imitate having good fruits may fool many, but they will not be able to keep the evil that is in their hearts from flowing out of their mouths (ref. Luke 6:45). https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/353/a-tree-and-its-fruit Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Father's Day - Be A Warrior for Your Family (And What That Looks Like) Father's Day - Be A Warrior for Your Family (And What That Looks Like) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/fathers-day-be-a-warrior-for-your-family-and-what-that-looks-like We live in increasingly dark spiritual times. The spiritual and cultural shifts are seismic, and present great challenges to the family. God has given husbands and fathers the important role of being the spiritual head of the household. Christian men cannot and must not abdicate our role in these changing times.  In fact, we are to 'fight' for our families. What does that look like? First, it means we must know the Lord Jesus Christ so we can be the spiritual leaders God expects us to be. Second, it means we must be growing in our relationship with Christ as we cannot lead where we ourselves have not yet been. Third, it means we must love our wives as Christ loved the church, and, we must raise our children to know the Lord.  Fourth, it means we must engage the culture with the Truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. People are not our enemies. Our enemy is Satan and his demons in the unseen realm. Much of what we are seeing in our culture today is a visible expression of what is happening in the unseen realm. As men of God, we must stand firm, shepherd our households and follow our King. We live in increasingly dark spiritual times. The spiritual and cultural shifts are seismic, and present great challenges to the family. God has given husbands and fathers the important role of being the spiritual head of the household. Christian men cannot and must not abdicate our role in these changing times.  In fact, we are to 'fight' for our families. What does that look like? First, it means we must know the Lord Jesus Christ so we can be the spiritual leaders God expects us to be. Second, it means we must be growing in our relationship with Christ as we cannot lead where we ourselves have not yet been. Third, it means we must love our wives as Christ loved the church, and, we must raise our children to know the Lord.  Fourth, it means we must engage the culture with the Truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. People are not our enemies. Our enemy is Satan and his demons in the unseen realm. Much of what we are seeing in our culture today is a visible expression of what is happening in the unseen realm. As men of God, we must stand firm, shepherd our households and follow our King. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/352/fathers-day-be-a-warrior-for-your-family-and-what-that-looks-like Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 23: Glory And Suffering (Part Two) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 23: Glory And Suffering (Part Two) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-23-glory-and-suffering-part-two One of the blessings that Christians have, due to the justifying work of Jesus Christ, is the great assurance we have of future glory. This great assurance is a great source (and should be) of joy for the Christian. Because we are justified and know we will be glorified, we also can rejoice in suffering, because we know that our suffering is not pointless. Our Sovereign and Good Father has a redemptive purpose even for our suffering. One of the blessings that Christians have, due to the justifying work of Jesus Christ, is the great assurance we have of future glory. This great assurance is a great source (and should be) of joy for the Christian. Because we are justified and know we will be glorified, we also can rejoice in suffering, because we know that our suffering is not pointless. Our Sovereign and Good Father has a redemptive purpose even for our suffering. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/351/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-23-glory-and-suffering-part-two Sun, 11 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 22: The Blessings of Justification by Faith (Part One) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 22: The Blessings of Justification by Faith (Part One) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-22-the-blessings-of-justification-by-faith-part-one Christians have every reason to rejoice in the salvation we are given through Jesus Christ. Romans 5 challenges us to celebrate the gospel and the blessings we receive by being justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Today we look at two of the blessings that are ours through Christ: we now have peace with God and now we stand in grace. Christians have every reason to rejoice in the salvation we are given through Jesus Christ. Romans 5 challenges us to celebrate the gospel and the blessings we receive by being justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Today we look at two of the blessings that are ours through Christ: we now have peace with God and now we stand in grace. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/350/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-22-the-blessings-of-justification-by-faith-part-one Sun, 4 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 21: The Necessity of Faith Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 21: The Necessity of Faith https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-28/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-21-the-necessity-of-faith Faith is essential to Christianity. We are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. When we are saved, we are to continue to walk by faith. Faith is trust in the person, work, word and promises of our Lord. We cannot remove faith from the equation of Christianity. Abraham is an example to us of saving faith, and, faith that glorifies God. Faith is essential to Christianity. We are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. When we are saved, we are to continue to walk by faith. Faith is trust in the person, work, word and promises of our Lord. We cannot remove faith from the equation of Christianity. Abraham is an example to us of saving faith, and, faith that glorifies God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-28/349/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-21-the-necessity-of-faith Sun, 28 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 20: The Unbearable Weight of Trying to Keep God's Law Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 20: The Unbearable Weight of Trying to Keep God's Law https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-20-the-unbearable-weight-of-trying-to-keep-gods-law If we trust in our ability to keep God's law to make us right with God, we will never be made right with God. Instead, we will face His righteous wrath because we are all sinners and have broken His law and we cannot measure up to His perfect standards. Instead, we are made right with God by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Abraham is the model for us of salvation by grace alone through faith alone. He was not made right with God by keeping the law. If we trust in our ability to keep God's law to make us right with God, we will never be made right with God. Instead, we will face His righteous wrath because we are all sinners and have broken His law and we cannot measure up to His perfect standards. Instead, we are made right with God by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Abraham is the model for us of salvation by grace alone through faith alone. He was not made right with God by keeping the law. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/348/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-20-the-unbearable-weight-of-trying-to-keep-gods-law Sun, 21 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Praiseworthy Woman The Praiseworthy Woman https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-14/the-praiseworthy-woman God's Word calls women and mothers to a more excellent way than the culture and fallen world system is selling. True life, a meaningful life, is found in relationship with God, through Jesus Christ, and pursuing the things He says are praiseworthy and worth pursuing. God's Word calls women and mothers to a more excellent way than the culture and fallen world system is selling. True life, a meaningful life, is found in relationship with God, through Jesus Christ, and pursuing the things He says are praiseworthy and worth pursuing. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-14/347/the-praiseworthy-woman Sun, 14 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 19: The Good News Is for Everyone! Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 19: The Good News Is for Everyone! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-19-the-good-news-is-for-everyone The good news of Jesus Christ is for all people, no matter where you are from, no matter your background, ethnicity or heritage. Our salvation is solely by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Jesus saves all who call on His Name, and when saving us, He puts us into a new family, the family of God. As part of God's family, we are brothers and sisters, and this beautiful work of God is a testimony to the world of the power of the gospel. The good news of Jesus Christ is for all people, no matter where you are from, no matter your background, ethnicity or heritage. Our salvation is solely by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Jesus saves all who call on His Name, and when saving us, He puts us into a new family, the family of God. As part of God's family, we are brothers and sisters, and this beautiful work of God is a testimony to the world of the power of the gospel. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/346/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-19-the-good-news-is-for-everyone Sun, 7 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus, Have Mercy on Me! Jesus, Have Mercy on Me! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/jesus-have-mercy-on-me Our God is a merciful God. Jesus is the ultimate demonstration of God's love, grace and mercy. God's mercy is Him not giving us what we do deserve. Because of our sin, we all deserve justice, not love, grace and mercy. However, through the work of Jesus Christ for us on the cross, God demonstrates His love, grace and mercy in the most remarkable way. All who trust in Jesus receive what they do not deserve: forgiveness. In our text today, we encounter a man who had a great need (to be saved and in right relationship with God), and a great problem (he was blind). Jesus showed him great mercy not only by healing his physical ailment, but even more so, by saving him. This man cried out for mercy, and Jesus lavished mercy on him. Do you recognize your need for God's mercy today? Our God is a merciful God. Jesus is the ultimate demonstration of God's love, grace and mercy. God's mercy is Him not giving us what we do deserve. Because of our sin, we all deserve justice, not love, grace and mercy. However, through the work of Jesus Christ for us on the cross, God demonstrates His love, grace and mercy in the most remarkable way. All who trust in Jesus receive what they do not deserve: forgiveness. In our text today, we encounter a man who had a great need (to be saved and in right relationship with God), and a great problem (he was blind). Jesus showed him great mercy not only by healing his physical ailment, but even more so, by saving him. This man cried out for mercy, and Jesus lavished mercy on him. Do you recognize your need for God's mercy today? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/345/jesus-have-mercy-on-me Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 18: Faith and Works (Part Two) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 18: Faith and Works (Part Two) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-18-faith-and-works-part-two How big is God's grace? Is God's grace big enough to forgive murder? Adultery? Lying? Persecuting Christians? Blaspheming Christ? Is there such a thing as sin too big for God to forgive, or, at some point must we 'work' to 'do our part' to 'get right with God' so we might be in a 'position to be forgiven by Him?' Just how big is God's grace? In our study today we will see that God's grace is greater than all our sin, and God freely forgives and justifies the repentant sinner, and all of this is because of the person and work of Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins. Jesus alone is our Hope, not our works. God's grace is amazing indeed! How big is God's grace? Is God's grace big enough to forgive murder? Adultery? Lying? Persecuting Christians? Blaspheming Christ? Is there such a thing as sin too big for God to forgive, or, at some point must we 'work' to 'do our part' to 'get right with God' so we might be in a 'position to be forgiven by Him?' Just how big is God's grace? In our study today we will see that God's grace is greater than all our sin, and God freely forgives and justifies the repentant sinner, and all of this is because of the person and work of Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins. Jesus alone is our Hope, not our works. God's grace is amazing indeed! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/344/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-18-faith-and-works-part-two Sun, 23 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 17: Faith and Works (Part One) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 17: Faith and Works (Part One) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-17-faith-and-works-part-one Salvation has always been by grace alone through faith alone and not by works. Paul shows us this has always been the case by pointing to Abraham, who believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness. Our works cannot and do not save us. We are saved solely by the grace of God lavished on us through the person and work of Jesus Christ. He, and He alone is our only hope! Salvation has always been by grace alone through faith alone and not by works. Paul shows us this has always been the case by pointing to Abraham, who believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness. Our works cannot and do not save us. We are saved solely by the grace of God lavished on us through the person and work of Jesus Christ. He, and He alone is our only hope! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/343/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-17-faith-and-works-part-one Sun, 16 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 7: Mary Magdalene - 'I Have Seen the Lord! He Is Risen!' Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 7: Mary Magdalene - 'I Have Seen the Lord! He Is Risen!' https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-7-mary-magdalene-i-have-seen-the-lord-he-is-risen Jesus Christ rose from the grave and because of this, everything changed. Jesus is who He claimed to be and can do what He claimed to do. The resurrection is the most important event in human history. Jesus Christ rose from the grave and because of this, everything changed. Jesus is who He claimed to be and can do what He claimed to do. The resurrection is the most important event in human history. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/342/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-7-mary-magdalene-i-have-seen-the-lord-he-is-risen Sun, 9 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 6: The Thief on The Cross - 'Jesus Saved Me' Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 6: The Thief on The Cross - 'Jesus Saved Me' https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-07/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-6-the-thief-on-the-cross-jesus-saved-me Jesus Christ died a horrific death on the cross, enduring God's righteous and holy wrath against our sin, taking the punishment we deserve. In his final moments, Jesus extended grace to a desperate and repentant man. We are never too far gone for God's grace. Jesus Christ died a horrific death on the cross, enduring God's righteous and holy wrath against our sin, taking the punishment we deserve. In his final moments, Jesus extended grace to a desperate and repentant man. We are never too far gone for God's grace. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-07/341/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-6-the-thief-on-the-cross-jesus-saved-me Fri, 7 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Palm Sunday - The Day of Unseen Confusion Palm Sunday - The Day of Unseen Confusion https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/palm-sunday-the-day-of-unseen-confusion Palm Sunday - The Day of Unseen Confusion Palm Sunday - The Day of Unseen Confusion https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/340/palm-sunday-the-day-of-unseen-confusion Sun, 2 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 5: The Crowd - Missing Jesus While Praising His Name Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 5: The Crowd - Missing Jesus While Praising His Name https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-01/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-5-the-crowd-missing-jesus-while-praising-his-name It is possible to sing praises to Jesus, to even articulate truths about Him, and at the same time, miss Him, to not be in relationship with Him, to not come to Him on His terms. Whenever we have misguided views of Jesus, we end up worshipping a Jesus of our imagination, and, we end up imposing misguided expectations on Jesus. We see this in Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem to start off Holy Week. The crowds were saying and singing all the right things, but most all of the people missed Jesus. It is important that we come to Jesus on His terms and worship Him as He has revealed Himself. He is God the Son, the Messiah, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. It is possible to sing praises to Jesus, to even articulate truths about Him, and at the same time, miss Him, to not be in relationship with Him, to not come to Him on His terms. Whenever we have misguided views of Jesus, we end up worshipping a Jesus of our imagination, and, we end up imposing misguided expectations on Jesus. We see this in Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem to start off Holy Week. The crowds were saying and singing all the right things, but most all of the people missed Jesus. It is important that we come to Jesus on His terms and worship Him as He has revealed Himself. He is God the Son, the Messiah, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-01/339/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-5-the-crowd-missing-jesus-while-praising-his-name Sat, 1 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Is He in Your Boat? Is He in Your Boat? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/is-he-in-your-boat Our lives will have rough patches. These figurative storms sometimes can come abruptly other times they may loom on the horizon. Either way you know when you're in the thick of it. Storms can be terrifying life threatening situations. There is only One who can calm the storm. Both figuratively and literally. There is hope even in the midst of the storm. There is only One will weather the storm with you. He will calm it and see you through it if we allow Him. Our lives will have rough patches. These figurative storms sometimes can come abruptly other times they may loom on the horizon. Either way you know when you're in the thick of it. Storms can be terrifying life threatening situations. There is only One who can calm the storm. Both figuratively and literally. There is hope even in the midst of the storm. There is only One will weather the storm with you. He will calm it and see you through it if we allow Him. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/338/is-he-in-your-boat Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 4: I Thought Jesus Asked for Too Much Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 4: I Thought Jesus Asked for Too Much https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-4-i-thought-jesus-asked-for-too-much We cannot serve two masters.  There may be a pseudo Christian sub-culture that believes you can have 'your best life now,' and serve both God and money, or God and self, but Jesus never gave that option. He never promised us our best life was on this side of eternity. Jesus offers us eternal life and an abundant life in relationship with Him, but He also forces us to choose who or what we are going to serve. The question we must all ask is 'who or what am I serving/trusting in?' Anything or anyone else but Jesus will fail us. We cannot serve two masters.  There may be a pseudo Christian sub-culture that believes you can have 'your best life now,' and serve both God and money, or God and self, but Jesus never gave that option. He never promised us our best life was on this side of eternity. Jesus offers us eternal life and an abundant life in relationship with Him, but He also forces us to choose who or what we are going to serve. The question we must all ask is 'who or what am I serving/trusting in?' Anything or anyone else but Jesus will fail us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/337/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-4-i-thought-jesus-asked-for-too-much Sun, 19 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 3: Jesus Knows Me, Knows You, and Loves You Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 3: Jesus Knows Me, Knows You, and Loves You https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-3-jesus-knows-me-knows-you-and-loves-you We all long to be fully known and to be loved, and yet, our great fear is that if people fully knew us, they would reject us, not love us, condemn us, because none of us is perfect. We all have our flaws and problems and challenges....we are all sinners. So, to avoid being hurt, we are often guarded with others, only revealing things to people to the degree they will like us. Our greatest need is to know God and to be in love relationship with Him, but the very unsettling thing for us to consider is that He knows us perfectly, sees all of our sins and warts and mistakes and failures, all our shame and guilt, and so we wonder: how could God ever love someone like...me?' The incredible news is this: God knows you perfectly and sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for your sins, so that your sin could be forgiven, your shame and guilt covered. Jesus knows you perfectly and loves you and invites you into a relationship with Him! We all long to be fully known and to be loved, and yet, our great fear is that if people fully knew us, they would reject us, not love us, condemn us, because none of us is perfect. We all have our flaws and problems and challenges....we are all sinners. So, to avoid being hurt, we are often guarded with others, only revealing things to people to the degree they will like us. Our greatest need is to know God and to be in love relationship with Him, but the very unsettling thing for us to consider is that He knows us perfectly, sees all of our sins and warts and mistakes and failures, all our shame and guilt, and so we wonder: how could God ever love someone like...me?' The incredible news is this: God knows you perfectly and sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for your sins, so that your sin could be forgiven, your shame and guilt covered. Jesus knows you perfectly and loves you and invites you into a relationship with Him! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/336/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-3-jesus-knows-me-knows-you-and-loves-you Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 2: Friend of Sinners Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 2: Friend of Sinners https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-2-friend-of-sinners The Easter Sermon Series is entitled 'Jesus Through Their Eyes.' Today we look at Jesus through the eyes of Matthew, a tax collector, someone considered 'unclean' and among the worst of sinners in his day, and yet, Jesus called him to follow Him. Not only did Matthew respond, but so did many of his other friends, the people who were condemned by the religious establishment of the day. Jesus is a friend of sinners and He came to seek and to save the lost. God lavishes grace on the broken and humble, but resists the self-righteous and proud. Matthew's life story calls out to us: 'no matter who you are or where you have been or what you have done, God's grace is greater than all your sin! He loves you!' The Easter Sermon Series is entitled 'Jesus Through Their Eyes.' Today we look at Jesus through the eyes of Matthew, a tax collector, someone considered 'unclean' and among the worst of sinners in his day, and yet, Jesus called him to follow Him. Not only did Matthew respond, but so did many of his other friends, the people who were condemned by the religious establishment of the day. Jesus is a friend of sinners and He came to seek and to save the lost. God lavishes grace on the broken and humble, but resists the self-righteous and proud. Matthew's life story calls out to us: 'no matter who you are or where you have been or what you have done, God's grace is greater than all your sin! He loves you!' https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/335/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-2-friend-of-sinners Sun, 5 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 1: John the Baptist - Prepare Your Heart for Jesus! Jesus Through Their Eyes, Part 1: John the Baptist - Prepare Your Heart for Jesus! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-1-john-the-baptist-prepare-your-heart-for-jesus We begin our Easter Sermon Series: 'Jesus Through Their Eyes.' In this series we will look at Jesus through the eyes of various people in the gospels. In doing this, we will learn much of our Lord and Savior. There will be things about Jesus that bring us great comfort, and things that make us uncomfortable.  Each person we encounter will point us to various attributes of Jesus Christ. We open our series today by looking at Jesus through the eyes of John the Baptist, whose sole role was to point people to Jesus Christ as the forerunner to Messiah. John will show us that Jesus is King, that we must repent and prepare our hearts to receive Him and for Him to reign in our hearts, and, that Jesus Christ is the One who baptizes us with the Holy Spirit and with Fire, clear references to His divinity. John will also point out that Jesus Christ is also the Holy, Righteous Judge and that responding to Him is urgent. We begin our Easter Sermon Series: 'Jesus Through Their Eyes.' In this series we will look at Jesus through the eyes of various people in the gospels. In doing this, we will learn much of our Lord and Savior. There will be things about Jesus that bring us great comfort, and things that make us uncomfortable.  Each person we encounter will point us to various attributes of Jesus Christ. We open our series today by looking at Jesus through the eyes of John the Baptist, whose sole role was to point people to Jesus Christ as the forerunner to Messiah. John will show us that Jesus is King, that we must repent and prepare our hearts to receive Him and for Him to reign in our hearts, and, that Jesus Christ is the One who baptizes us with the Holy Spirit and with Fire, clear references to His divinity. John will also point out that Jesus Christ is also the Holy, Righteous Judge and that responding to Him is urgent. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/334/jesus-through-their-eyes-part-1-john-the-baptist-prepare-your-heart-for-jesus Sun, 26 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Revive Us, Lord! Revive Us, Lord! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/revive-us-lord Our nation desperately needs an authentic, Biblical revival and reformation. A Biblical revival is a Sovereign act of God as He pours out His Spirit on His people. Usually such revivals are preceded by God's people repenting of sin and turning to/returning to, God. In Hosea 10:12, we see God's invitation to His wayward people to return to Him and to be renewed. These words speak to the church in America today. Our nation desperately needs an authentic, Biblical revival and reformation. A Biblical revival is a Sovereign act of God as He pours out His Spirit on His people. Usually such revivals are preceded by God's people repenting of sin and turning to/returning to, God. In Hosea 10:12, we see God's invitation to His wayward people to return to Him and to be renewed. These words speak to the church in America today. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/333/revive-us-lord Sun, 19 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 16: Boast in Christ Alone Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 16: Boast in Christ Alone https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-16-boast-in-christ-alone Because we are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, and justified completely and freely by the grace of God, we have nothing and no one to boast in but Christ, and, nothing and no one to trust in but Christ for our salvation. Because we are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, and justified completely and freely by the grace of God, we have nothing and no one to boast in but Christ, and, nothing and no one to trust in but Christ for our salvation. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/332/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-16-boast-in-christ-alone Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 15: The Amazing Grace of God (Part Two) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 15: The Amazing Grace of God (Part Two) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-15-the-amazing-grace-of-god-part-two God, in His Amazing Grace, has personally taken care of our sin problem through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ laid down His life to atone for our sins. It is through Him, and Him alone that we are made right with God. God, in His Amazing Grace, has personally taken care of our sin problem through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ laid down His life to atone for our sins. It is through Him, and Him alone that we are made right with God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/331/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-15-the-amazing-grace-of-god-part-two Sun, 5 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 14: Jesus Redeems Sinners (Part One) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 14: Jesus Redeems Sinners (Part One) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-14-jesus-redeems-sinners-part-one All of us are sinners and fall short of God's righteous standards. Our sin separates us from God and has serious consequences, both now, and through eternity. Jesus Christ offers us forgiveness freely as a gift. He is the only way to be made right with God. All of us are sinners and fall short of God's righteous standards. Our sin separates us from God and has serious consequences, both now, and through eternity. Jesus Christ offers us forgiveness freely as a gift. He is the only way to be made right with God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/330/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-14-jesus-redeems-sinners-part-one Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 13: God's Courtroom Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 13: God's Courtroom https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-22/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-13-gods-courtroom In God's Courtroom, where God is the Holy and Righteous and Perfect Judge, sinful humanity has a problem, namely: we are all guilty of sinning against God. The question arises: where is our Hope? How can sinful people stand before a Holy God? Jesus Christ is our only Hope. Trusting in anything or anyone else but Christ will fail us. In God's Courtroom, where God is the Holy and Righteous and Perfect Judge, sinful humanity has a problem, namely: we are all guilty of sinning against God. The question arises: where is our Hope? How can sinful people stand before a Holy God? Jesus Christ is our only Hope. Trusting in anything or anyone else but Christ will fail us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-22/329/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-13-gods-courtroom Sun, 22 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Standing Strong in A Brave New World, Part 3: Declare His Excellencies! Standing Strong in A Brave New World, Part 3: Declare His Excellencies! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/standing-strong-in-a-brave-new-world-part-3-declare-his-excellencies We live in a culture that is increasingly hostile toward God and the things of God and the people of God, yet Christians are to be vibrant witnesses and are to declare the praises of our Great King for all that He has done for us. We are to live holy lives that show a lost culture the beauty and holiness of God. We live in a culture that is increasingly hostile toward God and the things of God and the people of God, yet Christians are to be vibrant witnesses and are to declare the praises of our Great King for all that He has done for us. We are to live holy lives that show a lost culture the beauty and holiness of God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/328/standing-strong-in-a-brave-new-world-part-3-declare-his-excellencies Sun, 15 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Standing Strong in A Brave New World, Part 2: Live Like an Exile Standing Strong in A Brave New World, Part 2: Live Like an Exile https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/standing-strong-in-a-brave-new-world-part-2-live-like-an-exile As Christians, this world is not our home. God's Word uses a specific term to describe our status while we are here: 'exiles.' How are exiles to live on this side of eternity? What does God expect from us individually and corporately as we live in a culture that is increasingly hostile to God and the Gospel? God's Word says that He expects us to live for His glory and the blessing of others. As Christians, this world is not our home. God's Word uses a specific term to describe our status while we are here: 'exiles.' How are exiles to live on this side of eternity? What does God expect from us individually and corporately as we live in a culture that is increasingly hostile to God and the Gospel? God's Word says that He expects us to live for His glory and the blessing of others. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/327/standing-strong-in-a-brave-new-world-part-2-live-like-an-exile Sun, 8 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Standing Strong in A Brave New World, Part 1: Watch Your Eyes and Heart Standing Strong in A Brave New World, Part 1: Watch Your Eyes and Heart https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/standing-strong-in-a-brave-new-world-part-1-watch-your-eyes-and-heart As we enter a new year, we have the opportunity to reorient ourselves to Christ, that we might be useful to Him, that we might glorify Him. We cannot waste the life and opportunity He has given us, individually or corporately. We are to be about His business. If we are going to be found true and faithful, we must examine our hearts, and, what we are focused on in life. As we enter a new year, we have the opportunity to reorient ourselves to Christ, that we might be useful to Him, that we might glorify Him. We cannot waste the life and opportunity He has given us, individually or corporately. We are to be about His business. If we are going to be found true and faithful, we must examine our hearts, and, what we are focused on in life. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/326/standing-strong-in-a-brave-new-world-part-1-watch-your-eyes-and-heart Sun, 1 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Good News for A Broken World, Part 6: The Lowly King Good News for A Broken World, Part 6: The Lowly King https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-25/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-6-the-lowly-king God is Sovereign over all things, and this includes every detail about the Incarnation. God has much to say to us about true greatness and the person and mission of Jesus Christ in the way He came to us. God is Sovereign over all things, and this includes every detail about the Incarnation. God has much to say to us about true greatness and the person and mission of Jesus Christ in the way He came to us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-25/325/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-6-the-lowly-king Sun, 25 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Good News for A Broken World, Part 5: God's Great Gift to Us (Christmas Eve) Good News for A Broken World, Part 5: God's Great Gift to Us (Christmas Eve) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-24/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-5-gods-great-gift-to-us-christmas-eve Jesus Christ is God the Son and He personally came to us and entered our human condition for the sole purpose of saving sinners. All of us are sinners in need of a Savior. Christmas is a celebration of this remarkable truth: God personally came to us. This is who that child is, in the manger. All who place their faith and trust in the person and work of Jesus Christ are given the remarkable gift of eternal life, forgiveness of sins and being adopted into God's Family. Jesus Christ is God the Son and He personally came to us and entered our human condition for the sole purpose of saving sinners. All of us are sinners in need of a Savior. Christmas is a celebration of this remarkable truth: God personally came to us. This is who that child is, in the manger. All who place their faith and trust in the person and work of Jesus Christ are given the remarkable gift of eternal life, forgiveness of sins and being adopted into God's Family. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-24/324/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-5-gods-great-gift-to-us-christmas-eve Sat, 24 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Good News for A Broken World, Part 4: Two People, Two Announcements, One Amazing Savior Good News for A Broken World, Part 4: Two People, Two Announcements, One Amazing Savior https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-4-two-people-two-announcements-one-amazing-savior We have looked at three Old Testament passages that promised Messiah would come. There are many, many more prophecies in the Old Testament concerning Messiah. We have seen that He would come to crush Satan and His works, to bless all people groups, to die for the sins of humanity, and today, we enter into the New Testament to look at two announcements, one to Mary, the other to Joseph, that the time of God's coming was now! We learn more of Messiah's mission as the emphasis on these announcements is 'Jesus Saves!' Truly this is the greatest news imaginable for a lost and broken world! We have looked at three Old Testament passages that promised Messiah would come. There are many, many more prophecies in the Old Testament concerning Messiah. We have seen that He would come to crush Satan and His works, to bless all people groups, to die for the sins of humanity, and today, we enter into the New Testament to look at two announcements, one to Mary, the other to Joseph, that the time of God's coming was now! We learn more of Messiah's mission as the emphasis on these announcements is 'Jesus Saves!' Truly this is the greatest news imaginable for a lost and broken world! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/323/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-4-two-people-two-announcements-one-amazing-savior Sun, 18 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Good News for A Broken World, Part 3: The Child in the Manger is the Suffering Servant Good News for A Broken World, Part 3: The Child in the Manger is the Suffering Servant https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-3-the-child-in-the-manger-is-the-suffering-servant We cannot divorce the manger from the cross. The child in the manger, God the Son, came to die for our sins. The prophet Isaiah prophesied about Jesus' life, death, burial and resurrection some 700 years before the Incarnation. This is one of the most amazing prophecies in all of Scripture. Jesus came to die for you and me that we might be forgiven! Have you received that free gift of salvation by repenting of your sin and trusting in the One who died for you, who came to save you? We cannot divorce the manger from the cross. The child in the manger, God the Son, came to die for our sins. The prophet Isaiah prophesied about Jesus' life, death, burial and resurrection some 700 years before the Incarnation. This is one of the most amazing prophecies in all of Scripture. Jesus came to die for you and me that we might be forgiven! Have you received that free gift of salvation by repenting of your sin and trusting in the One who died for you, who came to save you? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/322/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-3-the-child-in-the-manger-is-the-suffering-servant Sun, 11 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Good News for A Broken World, Part 2: The God Who Pursues You Good News for A Broken World, Part 2: The God Who Pursues You https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-2-the-god-who-pursues-you Our God is the God who pursues us. What is so remarkable is that He pursues us in our sinfulness. He pursued us to the point of personally dealing with our sin problem. Christmas is about God the Son entering our human condition, fully God, fully human, for the express purpose of laying down His life for us on the cross, paying the penalty for our sins so that we might be blessed by having a right relationship with God the Father through the Lord Jesus Christ. God made this promise to Abram, that all the people groups of the earth would be blessed by him, and that is only fulfilled in Christ. If we are His children, we have an incredible role in sharing the blessing to all the peoples. This Christmas, may we share this marvelous blessing with everyone we can. Our world desperately needs Christ. Our God is the God who pursues us. What is so remarkable is that He pursues us in our sinfulness. He pursued us to the point of personally dealing with our sin problem. Christmas is about God the Son entering our human condition, fully God, fully human, for the express purpose of laying down His life for us on the cross, paying the penalty for our sins so that we might be blessed by having a right relationship with God the Father through the Lord Jesus Christ. God made this promise to Abram, that all the people groups of the earth would be blessed by him, and that is only fulfilled in Christ. If we are His children, we have an incredible role in sharing the blessing to all the peoples. This Christmas, may we share this marvelous blessing with everyone we can. Our world desperately needs Christ. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/321/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-2-the-god-who-pursues-you Sun, 4 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Prayer & Thanksgiving Prayer & Thanksgiving https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/prayer-thanksgiving Prayer and Thanksgiving: finding a peace in the Lord and His love that overcomes the circumstances of the world. Looking at the beautiful truth found in Philippians 4:4-7. Prayer and Thanksgiving: finding a peace in the Lord and His love that overcomes the circumstances of the world. Looking at the beautiful truth found in Philippians 4:4-7. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/320/prayer-thanksgiving Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Good News for A Broken World, Part 1: How Did We Get Here? (And Where Is the Hope)? Good News for A Broken World, Part 1: How Did We Get Here? (And Where Is the Hope)? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-1-how-did-we-get-here-and-where-is-the-hope After part one of our sermon series in Romans, we saw that all of humanity is guilty before God, under the authority of sin and racing toward judgment. How did we get in this mess, and, where is the Hope? We discover in Genesis 3:1-15 that when our first parents rebelled, everything fell, but God, who is rich in grace and mercy, pursued His sinful creation and makes the first announcement of One who would come who would undo the curse, and defeat the works of Satan. After part one of our sermon series in Romans, we saw that all of humanity is guilty before God, under the authority of sin and racing toward judgment. How did we get in this mess, and, where is the Hope? We discover in Genesis 3:1-15 that when our first parents rebelled, everything fell, but God, who is rich in grace and mercy, pursued His sinful creation and makes the first announcement of One who would come who would undo the curse, and defeat the works of Satan. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/319/good-news-for-a-broken-world-part-1-how-did-we-get-here-and-where-is-the-hope Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 12: Everyone Is Not Okay Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 12: Everyone Is Not Okay https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-12-everyone-is-not-okay The reality of our human condition is that 'people are not basically good,' rather we are all sinners in need of a Savior, and that Savior is Jesus Christ. We are all dead in our sins and under the authority of sin in our natural state and we cannot fix our sin problem ourselves. Everyone is not 'okay.' The Gospel is Good News for all who recognize their need for salvation. The reality of our human condition is that 'people are not basically good,' rather we are all sinners in need of a Savior, and that Savior is Jesus Christ. We are all dead in our sins and under the authority of sin in our natural state and we cannot fix our sin problem ourselves. Everyone is not 'okay.' The Gospel is Good News for all who recognize their need for salvation. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/318/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-12-everyone-is-not-okay Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Hope Within The Hope Within https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/the-hope-within Having your heart sanctified, made a sanctuary for the Lord is what we are called to do. As believers we are students of the Word and must be able to defend the faith that lies within us. While doing it in a manner fitting of the Lord. Having your heart sanctified, made a sanctuary for the Lord is what we are called to do. As believers we are students of the Word and must be able to defend the faith that lies within us. While doing it in a manner fitting of the Lord. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/317/the-hope-within Sun, 6 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 11: God Is Faithful Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 11: God Is Faithful https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-11-god-is-faithful God is faithful even if His people are not faithful. God is faithful even if His people are not faithful. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/316/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-11-god-is-faithful Sun, 30 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 10: Signs Don't Save Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 10: Signs Don't Save https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-10-signs-dont-save It is a great and grave danger to trust in anything or anyone but Christ for salvation. Participating in signs that say 'this person belongs to Christ' (such as baptism, or partaking of the Lord's Supper), do not replace the need every person has for the actual inward transformation that only Christ can accomplish in the heart of man. Our great need as sinners is a Savior who will give us a new heart. It is a great and grave danger to trust in anything or anyone but Christ for salvation. Participating in signs that say 'this person belongs to Christ' (such as baptism, or partaking of the Lord's Supper), do not replace the need every person has for the actual inward transformation that only Christ can accomplish in the heart of man. Our great need as sinners is a Savior who will give us a new heart. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/315/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-10-signs-dont-save Sun, 23 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 9: Your Religion or Religious Heritage Won’t Save You Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 9: Your Religion or Religious Heritage Won’t Save You https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-9-your-religion-or-religious-heritage-won-t-save-you As we continue our study in Romans, Paul shifts his attention to the self-righteous religious person to drive home the point that one's religious heritage, the things one may know about God or the self-righteous works done in the name of God, cannot and do not please God, nor do they make one right with God. The only way to be made right with God is through His Son, Jesus Christ. As we continue our study in Romans, Paul shifts his attention to the self-righteous religious person to drive home the point that one's religious heritage, the things one may know about God or the self-righteous works done in the name of God, cannot and do not please God, nor do they make one right with God. The only way to be made right with God is through His Son, Jesus Christ. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/314/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-9-your-religion-or-religious-heritage-won-t-save-you Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Experiencing God: Four Questions We All Must Answer Experiencing God: Four Questions We All Must Answer https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/experiencing-god-four-questions-we-all-must-answer As we prepare for our study in 'Experiencing God,' it is important that we all address four significant life questions. Christianity is about a relationship with the living God through Jesus Christ. If we are to truly know God and grow in our relationship with Him, if we are to grow in our understanding of His will and how He works, we must address these four significant questions on the front end. As we prepare for our study in 'Experiencing God,' it is important that we all address four significant life questions. Christianity is about a relationship with the living God through Jesus Christ. If we are to truly know God and grow in our relationship with Him, if we are to grow in our understanding of His will and how He works, we must address these four significant questions on the front end. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/313/experiencing-god-four-questions-we-all-must-answer Sun, 9 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 8: Everyone is Guilty Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 8: Everyone is Guilty https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-8-everyone-is-guilty Every person, whether they have the Law of God or do not have the Law of God, whether they have been taught the Word of God or have not seen the Word of God, are guilty before God because He is Holy. Our only Hope is Jesus Christ who died for our sins. Every person, whether they have the Law of God or do not have the Law of God, whether they have been taught the Word of God or have not seen the Word of God, are guilty before God because He is Holy. Our only Hope is Jesus Christ who died for our sins. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/312/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-8-everyone-is-guilty Sun, 2 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 7: God's Righteous Judgment Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 7: God's Righteous Judgment https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-7-gods-righteous-judgment Our works, the fruit of our lives, gives testimony to where we truly stand in terms of our relationship with God. Each of us will stand before God and He will make a distinction between those who belong to Him and those who do not. The consequences are eternal. Our only Hope is to trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. Our works, the fruit of our lives, gives testimony to where we truly stand in terms of our relationship with God. Each of us will stand before God and He will make a distinction between those who belong to Him and those who do not. The consequences are eternal. Our only Hope is to trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/311/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-7-gods-righteous-judgment Sun, 25 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 6: Your Morality Won’t Save You Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 6: Your Morality Won’t Save You https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-6-your-morality-won-t-save-you All of us are sinners in need of a Savior, and Jesus alone is Lord and Savior. Our morality or sense of moral 'goodness' cannot save us because God's standard is perfection and He sees our heart. God is patient with us that we might recognize our sin and repent and come to saving faith in Christ. Jesus is our only Hope. All of us are sinners in need of a Savior, and Jesus alone is Lord and Savior. Our morality or sense of moral 'goodness' cannot save us because God's standard is perfection and He sees our heart. God is patient with us that we might recognize our sin and repent and come to saving faith in Christ. Jesus is our only Hope. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/310/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-6-your-morality-won-t-save-you Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 5: The Wrath of God (2) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 5: The Wrath of God (2) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-5-the-wrath-of-god-2 God's wrath is one of His attributes. His wrath is not capricious. It is righteous and just. One of the expressions of God's wrath is when He hands people over to their desires, saying 'fine, have it your way' as people continue to defy Him. The only hope for people, for our nation, for our churches is Jesus Christ and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Only Jesus can free us from this judgment and reconcile us to our Father. God's wrath is one of His attributes. His wrath is not capricious. It is righteous and just. One of the expressions of God's wrath is when He hands people over to their desires, saying 'fine, have it your way' as people continue to defy Him. The only hope for people, for our nation, for our churches is Jesus Christ and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Only Jesus can free us from this judgment and reconcile us to our Father. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/309/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-5-the-wrath-of-god-2 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 4: The Wrath of God (1) Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 4: The Wrath of God (1) https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-4-the-wrath-of-god-1 God is perfect in all of His attributes. One of his attributes is that He is a God of wrath. His wrath is righteous and just and we all deserve it. The good news is, there is a way to escape that wrath, and that is through faith in Jesus Christ. God has provided that way of escape Himself for us, and it cost Him everything. God is perfect in all of His attributes. One of his attributes is that He is a God of wrath. His wrath is righteous and just and we all deserve it. The good news is, there is a way to escape that wrath, and that is through faith in Jesus Christ. God has provided that way of escape Himself for us, and it cost Him everything. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/308/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-4-the-wrath-of-god-1 Sun, 4 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 3: Ashamed? Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 3: Ashamed? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-28/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-3-ashamed The gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God for salvation for all who trust in Christ. The gospel completely changes us and transforms us, and the cost of our salvation cost Jesus everything. When we have encountered the transforming power of the gospel and the Lord Jesus Christ, we will want to tell others the same good news that saved us. Are you eager to share with others, or, are you...ashamed? The gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God for salvation for all who trust in Christ. The gospel completely changes us and transforms us, and the cost of our salvation cost Jesus everything. When we have encountered the transforming power of the gospel and the Lord Jesus Christ, we will want to tell others the same good news that saved us. Are you eager to share with others, or, are you...ashamed? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-28/307/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-3-ashamed Sun, 28 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Abide in Christ and Produce Much Fruit Abide in Christ and Produce Much Fruit https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/abide-in-christ-and-produce-much-fruit True faith and intimate relationship with Christ produce fruit which is evidence of our faith and gives Glory to God. True faith and intimate relationship with Christ produce fruit which is evidence of our faith and gives Glory to God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/306/abide-in-christ-and-produce-much-fruit Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus - God of the Wind and Waves Jesus - God of the Wind and Waves https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/jesus-god-of-the-wind-and-waves Jesus demonstrates that He is God with power even over a storm on the Sea of Galilee. Is He your Savior and Lord? Jesus demonstrates that He is God with power even over a storm on the Sea of Galilee. Is He your Savior and Lord? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/305/jesus-god-of-the-wind-and-waves Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 2: Does Your Heart Resonate with The Heart of God? Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 2: Does Your Heart Resonate with The Heart of God? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-2-does-your-heart-resonate-with-the-heart-of-god If our heart resonates with the heart of God, we will have a desire to share the gospel, to build others up in Christ, to bless others and for the gospel to be proclaimed throughout the world. If our heart resonates with the heart of God, we will have a desire to share the gospel, to build others up in Christ, to bless others and for the gospel to be proclaimed throughout the world. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/304/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-2-does-your-heart-resonate-with-the-heart-of-god Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 1: Introductions Romans: Why the Gospel is Good News, Part 1: Introductions https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-1-introductions The book of Romans declares how glorious the Good News is of Jesus Christ truly is, how the Gospel changes everything. The book of Romans addresses the great doctrines and beliefs of Christianity. In today's message, we study the background of Romans and begin with Paul's introductory remarks. The book of Romans declares how glorious the Good News is of Jesus Christ truly is, how the Gospel changes everything. The book of Romans addresses the great doctrines and beliefs of Christianity. In today's message, we study the background of Romans and begin with Paul's introductory remarks. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/303/romans-why-the-gospel-is-good-news-part-1-introductions Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Lessons From a Sabbatical - Becoming A Person (And Community) Of Faith, Hope and Love Lessons From a Sabbatical - Becoming A Person (And Community) Of Faith, Hope and Love https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/lessons-from-a-sabbatical-becoming-a-person-and-community-of-faith-hope-and-love God wants us to love Him wholeheartedly and our neighbor authentically. If we are to become a person (and a community) who truly loves as He commands, we need to be changed from the inside out. God wants us to love Him wholeheartedly and our neighbor authentically. If we are to become a person (and a community) who truly loves as He commands, we need to be changed from the inside out. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/302/lessons-from-a-sabbatical-becoming-a-person-and-community-of-faith-hope-and-love Sun, 24 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 In Today’s World, What Is Shame? In Today’s World, What Is Shame? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/in-today-s-world-what-is-shame Paul makes it known that he is not ashamed to preach the gospel, despite all he had to go thru. In our world today, are we as bold? Are we living for man or God? Paul makes it known that he is not ashamed to preach the gospel, despite all he had to go thru. In our world today, are we as bold? Are we living for man or God? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/301/in-today-s-world-what-is-shame Sun, 17 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 A Call to Boldness and courage for the Gospel A Call to Boldness and courage for the Gospel https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/a-call-to-boldness-and-courage-for-the-gospel What keeps us from boldly proclaiming the gospel to those around us? Paul in a Roman prison shortly before his execution writes to Timothy a final letter of encouragement for boldness to remain steadfast in preaching the word of God so generations to come would remain sound in the truth. We are called to be unashamed of the gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for those coming after us. The gospel is the power of God to salvation! Stream goes live at 4:55 PM CDT What keeps us from boldly proclaiming the gospel to those around us? Paul in a Roman prison shortly before his execution writes to Timothy a final letter of encouragement for boldness to remain steadfast in preaching the word of God so generations to come would remain sound in the truth. We are called to be unashamed of the gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for those coming after us. The gospel is the power of God to salvation! Stream goes live at 4:55 PM CDT https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/300/a-call-to-boldness-and-courage-for-the-gospel Sun, 10 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Don't Fall for a False Gospel Don't Fall for a False Gospel https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/dont-fall-for-a-false-gospel Christians are susceptible to being influenced by others and it is important to know and hold firm to the true Gospel of Christ. Adding anything to the Gospel of Christ is less than Christ alone and no gospel at all. Christians are susceptible to being influenced by others and it is important to know and hold firm to the true Gospel of Christ. Adding anything to the Gospel of Christ is less than Christ alone and no gospel at all. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/299/dont-fall-for-a-false-gospel Sun, 3 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Live With Purpose Live With Purpose https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/live-with-purpose Paul tells the people of Corinth to run their race well. He encourages them to set their eyes on an imperishable reward versus the perishable reward of the world. We are called to a higher purpose; we are called to live with purpose. We are called to be an encouragement of others as they run their race. We are called to be an instrument to point others to His prize. Paul tells the people of Corinth to run their race well. He encourages them to set their eyes on an imperishable reward versus the perishable reward of the world. We are called to a higher purpose; we are called to live with purpose. We are called to be an encouragement of others as they run their race. We are called to be an instrument to point others to His prize. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/298/live-with-purpose Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 5: Empowered by The Holy Spirit; Loving Others Well Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 5: Empowered by The Holy Spirit; Loving Others Well https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-5-empowered-by-the-holy-spirit-loving-others-well A deliberately Biblical church will be a church that is empowered by the Holy Spirit and loves well. The person and work of the Holy Spirit are often misunderstood, but it is impossible to do the Christian life or church apart from yielding to Him. Likewise, it is impossible to live a Christian life and be a Biblical church apart from loving one another. A deliberately Biblical church will be a church that is empowered by the Holy Spirit and loves well. The person and work of the Holy Spirit are often misunderstood, but it is impossible to do the Christian life or church apart from yielding to Him. Likewise, it is impossible to live a Christian life and be a Biblical church apart from loving one another. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/296/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-5-empowered-by-the-holy-spirit-loving-others-well Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 4: Personal Disciple Making and Patience Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 4: Personal Disciple Making and Patience https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-4-personal-disciple-making-and-patience A Biblical church must have an intentional focus on personal disciple making relationships, while working prayerfully and patiently. A Biblical church must have an intentional focus on personal disciple making relationships, while working prayerfully and patiently. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/295/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-4-personal-disciple-making-and-patience Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 A Call to Plant A Call to Plant https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/a-call-to-plant We have been commanded by God to sow the seeds of the Gospel. Unlike gardening, we are not responsible for ensuring that the soil of the human heart is conditioned, that is in God's hands. Are you willing to sow the seeds and witness exponential growth? We have been commanded by God to sow the seeds of the Gospel. Unlike gardening, we are not responsible for ensuring that the soil of the human heart is conditioned, that is in God's hands. Are you willing to sow the seeds and witness exponential growth? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/294/a-call-to-plant Sun, 29 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 3: Preaching and Prayer Are Essential Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 3: Preaching and Prayer Are Essential https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-3-preaching-and-prayer-are-essential If we are to become a deliberately Biblical church, there are four essential things we must prioritize. Today, we will look at two: prayer and preaching. We will see why prayer and preaching must be central to our church life, and, how we can grow in these areas both individually and corporately. We are also observing the Lord's Supper to remember the high cost of our salvation through Jesus Christ. If we are to become a deliberately Biblical church, there are four essential things we must prioritize. Today, we will look at two: prayer and preaching. We will see why prayer and preaching must be central to our church life, and, how we can grow in these areas both individually and corporately. We are also observing the Lord's Supper to remember the high cost of our salvation through Jesus Christ. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/293/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-3-preaching-and-prayer-are-essential Sun, 22 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 2: How Should We Build It? Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part 2: How Should We Build It? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-2-how-should-we-build-it If a church is going to be deliberately Biblical, that church must proclaim the Word of God, the gospel of Jesus Christ and trust Christ to take His Word and build His church as it pleases Him. We are not to elevate anything above Christ and His Word. Everything we do as a church, our ministries, how we relate to one another, our programs, policies, and how we interact with one another and those outside the church, must flow from and be aligned with the Word of God. If a church is going to be deliberately Biblical, that church must proclaim the Word of God, the gospel of Jesus Christ and trust Christ to take His Word and build His church as it pleases Him. We are not to elevate anything above Christ and His Word. Everything we do as a church, our ministries, how we relate to one another, our programs, policies, and how we interact with one another and those outside the church, must flow from and be aligned with the Word of God. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/292/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-2-how-should-we-build-it Sun, 15 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Beauty of a Godly Woman The Beauty of a Godly Woman https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/the-beauty-of-a-godly-woman God is always concerned with our hearts. God's Word challenges mothers and women to pursue Him above all, to grow in Christlikeness above all. True beauty from God's perspective, which is the only perspective that matters, always starts and ends with the heart. God is always concerned with our hearts. God's Word challenges mothers and women to pursue Him above all, to grow in Christlikeness above all. True beauty from God's perspective, which is the only perspective that matters, always starts and ends with the heart. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/291/the-beauty-of-a-godly-woman Sun, 8 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part One: Building The Church Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church, Part One: Building The Church https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-one-building-the-church Jesus builds His church, but He gives us the remarkable privilege of building alongside Him. Because He is the Head of His church, he has very clear instructions on how things are to be built, how they are to be done, and what pleases Him. this sermon is the first in this sermon series, "Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church", in which we will see in God's Word what makes for a church that pleases Him. Jesus builds His church, but He gives us the remarkable privilege of building alongside Him. Because He is the Head of His church, he has very clear instructions on how things are to be built, how they are to be done, and what pleases Him. this sermon is the first in this sermon series, "Becoming a Deliberately Biblical Church", in which we will see in God's Word what makes for a church that pleases Him. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/290/becoming-a-deliberately-biblical-church-part-one-building-the-church Sun, 1 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Suffering & Suffering for Christ Suffering & Suffering for Christ https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/suffering-suffering-for-christ The thorns and trials in our lives can end up producing greater joy in us and ultimately grow us when we experience them as God intends. God has a specific prescription for us when it comes to dealing with trials that when followed, glorifies Him in our lives for the lost world to see. The thorns and trials in our lives can end up producing greater joy in us and ultimately grow us when we experience them as God intends. God has a specific prescription for us when it comes to dealing with trials that when followed, glorifies Him in our lives for the lost world to see. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/289/suffering-suffering-for-christ Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Is the Answer, Part 6: Why Jesus Is the Answer Jesus Is the Answer, Part 6: Why Jesus Is the Answer https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/jesus-is-the-answer-part-6-why-jesus-is-the-answer Jesus Christ is the answer to our greatest needs and life's ultimate issues. This is true because He rose from the grave. God the Son is King of Kings and Lord of Lords and is exactly who He claimed to be, did exactly what He said He would do, and is the only way to have a relationship with the Father, a meaningful life, and eternal life. Jesus Christ is the answer to our greatest needs and life's ultimate issues. This is true because He rose from the grave. God the Son is King of Kings and Lord of Lords and is exactly who He claimed to be, did exactly what He said He would do, and is the only way to have a relationship with the Father, a meaningful life, and eternal life. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/288/jesus-is-the-answer-part-6-why-jesus-is-the-answer Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Is the Answer, Part 5: Paid in Full - Good Friday Jesus Is the Answer, Part 5: Paid in Full - Good Friday https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-15/jesus-is-the-answer-part-5-paid-in-full-good-friday Jesus Christ is the answer to our greatest needs and life's ultimate issues. His death on the cross was necessary. It was the final sacrifice that paid for our sins in full. Please join with us as we look at His substitutionary death for us on the cross. It cost Him everything! Jesus Christ is the answer to our greatest needs and life's ultimate issues. His death on the cross was necessary. It was the final sacrifice that paid for our sins in full. Please join with us as we look at His substitutionary death for us on the cross. It cost Him everything! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-15/287/jesus-is-the-answer-part-5-paid-in-full-good-friday Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Is the Answer, Part 4: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Need for A Great King Jesus Is the Answer, Part 4: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Need for A Great King https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/jesus-is-the-answer-part-4-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-need-for-a-great-king Jesus Christ is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and we all need Him, whether we realize it or not. He has addressed all of our greatest needs and is the Answer to all of our greatest life issues. The great danger we face is to not come under His Lordship because we are more concerned with what we want than His rule in our life. Jesus is the King we Need. Jesus Christ is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and we all need Him, whether we realize it or not. He has addressed all of our greatest needs and is the Answer to all of our greatest life issues. The great danger we face is to not come under His Lordship because we are more concerned with what we want than His rule in our life. Jesus is the King we Need. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/286/jesus-is-the-answer-part-4-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-need-for-a-great-king Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Is the Answer, Part 3: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Fear of Death Jesus Is the Answer, Part 3: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Fear of Death https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/jesus-is-the-answer-part-3-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-fear-of-death The fear of death for most people is very real. For the Christian, we do not need to fear death because Jesus Christ is victorious over death and gives us victory over death. As we trust in Him, He guarantees our eternity with Him. The fear of death for most people is very real. For the Christian, we do not need to fear death because Jesus Christ is victorious over death and gives us victory over death. As we trust in Him, He guarantees our eternity with Him. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/285/jesus-is-the-answer-part-3-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-fear-of-death Sun, 3 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Is the Answer, Part 2: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Search for Meaning Jesus Is the Answer, Part 2: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Search for Meaning https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/jesus-is-the-answer-part-2-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-search-for-meaning We are all looking for meaning in life, for significance. There are many lies being sold to us, things that promise much but will always leave us empty and fail us. Jesus came to give us a meaningful life and it is only through Him that we can experience the life God intends for us. We are all looking for meaning in life, for significance. There are many lies being sold to us, things that promise much but will always leave us empty and fail us. Jesus came to give us a meaningful life and it is only through Him that we can experience the life God intends for us. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/284/jesus-is-the-answer-part-2-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-search-for-meaning Sun, 27 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Is the Answer, Part 1: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Sin Problem Jesus Is the Answer, Part 1: Jesus Is the Answer to Our Sin Problem https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/jesus-is-the-answer-part-1-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-sin-problem The first sermon of our Easter Sermon Series titled Jesus Is The Answer To Our Sin Problem. Jesus is the answer to our deepest needs, longings, and problems. God's Word makes it clear that all humans have a problem we cannot fix, and that is a 'sin problem.' Jesus Chrit is the answer to our sin problem, enabling us to experience forgiveness, life with God now, and eternal life with Him. The first sermon of our Easter Sermon Series titled Jesus Is The Answer To Our Sin Problem. Jesus is the answer to our deepest needs, longings, and problems. God's Word makes it clear that all humans have a problem we cannot fix, and that is a 'sin problem.' Jesus Chrit is the answer to our sin problem, enabling us to experience forgiveness, life with God now, and eternal life with Him. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/283/jesus-is-the-answer-part-1-jesus-is-the-answer-to-our-sin-problem Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Contend for the Faith, Part 4: Living in Light of Christ's Return Contend for the Faith, Part 4: Living in Light of Christ's Return https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/contend-for-the-faith-part-4-living-in-light-of-christs-return Contend for the Faith, Part 4: Living in Light of Christ's Return Contend for the Faith, Part 4: Living in Light of Christ's Return https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/282/contend-for-the-faith-part-4-living-in-light-of-christs-return Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Contend for the Faith, Part 3: What's Wrong with a Little Heresy? Contend for the Faith, Part 3: What's Wrong with a Little Heresy? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/contend-for-the-faith-part-3-whats-wrong-with-a-little-heresy Contend for the Faith, Part 3: What's Wrong with a Little Heresy? Contend for the Faith, Part 3: What's Wrong with a Little Heresy? https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/281/contend-for-the-faith-part-3-whats-wrong-with-a-little-heresy Sun, 6 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Contend for the Faith, Part 2: God Judges Rebellion Contend for the Faith, Part 2: God Judges Rebellion https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/contend-for-the-faith-part-2-god-judges-rebellion Contend for the Faith, Part 2: God Judges Rebellion Contend for the Faith, Part 2: God Judges Rebellion https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/280/contend-for-the-faith-part-2-god-judges-rebellion Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Contend for the Faith, Part 1: Know the Truth. Live the Truth Contend for the Faith, Part 1: Know the Truth. Live the Truth https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/contend-for-the-faith-part-1-know-the-truth-live-the-truth Truth matters. God expects His children to know the truth, live the truth and to contend for the truth. In an age where there are 'no absolutes,' God's Word calls us to absolutely follow Jesus as Lord, and, to build our lives on His Word. Truth matters. God expects His children to know the truth, live the truth and to contend for the truth. In an age where there are 'no absolutes,' God's Word calls us to absolutely follow Jesus as Lord, and, to build our lives on His Word. https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/279/contend-for-the-faith-part-1-know-the-truth-live-the-truth Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 7: Making Disciples Is Essential 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 7: Making Disciples Is Essential https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-7-making-disciples-is-essential 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 7: Making Disciples Is Essential 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 7: Making Disciples Is Essential https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/278/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-7-making-disciples-is-essential Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 6: Pursue This, Not That 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 6: Pursue This, Not That https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-6-pursue-this-not-that 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 6: Pursue This, Not That 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 6: Pursue This, Not That https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/277/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-6-pursue-this-not-that Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 5: God Loves a Cheerful Giver 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 5: God Loves a Cheerful Giver https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-30/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-5-god-loves-a-cheerful-giver 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 5: God Loves a Cheerful Giver 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 5: God Loves a Cheerful Giver https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-30/276/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-5-god-loves-a-cheerful-giver Sun, 30 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 4: Gathering Regularly As A Church For Worship Is Essential 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 4: Gathering Regularly As A Church For Worship Is Essential https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-23/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-4-gathering-regularly-as-a-church-for-worship-is-essential 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 4: Gathering Regularly As A Church For Worship Is Essential 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 4: Gathering Regularly As A Church For Worship Is Essential https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-23/275/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-4-gathering-regularly-as-a-church-for-worship-is-essential Sun, 23 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 3: Life is Sacred 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 3: Life is Sacred https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-3-life-is-sacred 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 3: Life is Sacred 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 3: Life is Sacred https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/274/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-3-life-is-sacred Sun, 16 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 2: Love and Action 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 2: Love and Action https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-09/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-2-love-and-action 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 2: Love and Action 2022: These Things Are Necessary, Part 2: Love and Action https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-09/273/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-2-love-and-action Sun, 9 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 1: Love and Idols 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 1: Love and Idols https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-02/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-1-love-and-idols 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 1: Love and Idols 2022: These Things are Necessary, Part 1: Love and Idols https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-02/272/2022-these-things-are-necessary-part-1-love-and-idols Sun, 2 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 6: Christ Is Here! Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 6: Christ Is Here! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-26/christmas-god-s-gift-for-you-part-6-christ-is-here Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 6: Christ Is Here! Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 6: Christ Is Here! https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-26/271/christmas-god-s-gift-for-you-part-6-christ-is-here Sun, 26 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 5: God With Us Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 5: God With Us https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-24/christmas-god-s-gift-for-you-part-5-god-with-us Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 5: God With Us Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 5: God With Us https://www.stonebridgesa.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-24/270/christmas-god-s-gift-for-you-part-5-god-with-us Fri, 24 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas - God’s Gift For You, Part 4: Who Is This Child In The Manger? 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