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Sermons by Andy Bratton (Page 13)

Sermons by Andy Bratton (Page 13)

Let's Get Dirty Marriage Series

The Topic None of us Wants to Discuss

Sermon Scripture:  Song of Solomon 4:1-5:1 Sermon Big Idea:  To understand sex in a marriage relationship is to understand each other. Song of Solomon 4:1-5:1 Time is your friend and so is your spouse Solomon took time to compliment his wife Solomon took time to admire his wife Solomon took time to explore his wife Romance is an art so don’t settle for dogs playing poker Solomon used flattering words Solomon’s words painted a vivid picture Solomon’s words were suggestive How COVID has affected us
Let's Get Dirty Marriage Series

Here Comes the Groom?

The excitement of the wedding day is exponential when entered in preparation, not a conclusion. Scripture: Song of Solomon 3:6-11 The way is led by God (v. 6a) Exodus 13:21-22; 2 Chronicles 32:8 Romans 12:2 James 4:8a The witnesses are guards (v. 7-8) Matthew 18:16 Deuteronomy 19:15 Proverbs 27:17 The groom enters with confidence (v. 9-10) 2 Corinthians 12:9 2 Timothy 1:7 Hebrews 13:6 The parents approve (v. 11) Matthew 19:5-6 Genesis 2:24-25 With the right preparation, the wedding day How COVID has affected us
Let's Get Dirty Marriage Series

Blanketed

Sermon Scripture:  Song of Solomon 2-3 Sermon Big Idea:  If we can visualize and conceptualize being in God’s loving arms, parent’s loving arms, and finally the loving arms of our spouse, we will realize the relationship with God, family, and our spouse God wants for us. Song of Solomon 2 Visualize The only one for you – (2:1-3) The strength of your relationship – (2: 4-7) Being together forever – (2:8-17) Song of Solomon 3:1-5 Conceptualize Being together – (3:1) How COVID has affected us
Let's Get Dirty Marriage Series

Revving up the Engine

Song of Solomon 1 Sermon Big Idea:  True love starts in the courting process.  The temptation for sex should be strong because our love is strong.  When we wait it makes the goal that much sweeter. Love songs have memorable words. Complimentary words Words of familiarity Heartfelt words Matthew 12:34 Love songs have a synchronized harmony. Confidence in who God gave you Genesis 2:23 Being together Ecclesiastes 4:12 Love songs paint a moving picture. Pictures of honesty Pictures of desire How COVID has affected us
Let's Get Dirty Marriage Series

Wait but don’t wait

Sermon Scripture:  1 Corinthians 7:6-9, Matthew 19:11-12, 1 Timothy 5:1-16 The bedroom for singles is a construction zone in which only the owner is allowed.  Singleness can be freeing but also discouraging.  Wait, don’t “awaken love until it pleases.”  But, don’t wait to be who God created you to be. What the Bible says about being single… 1 Corinthians 7:7-8 It’s good Be as Paul was Matthew 19:10-12 Marriage isn’t God’s plan for everyone Better to stay single than become How COVID has affected us
Sermon Series Reset Jesus

Jesus is a Miracle Worker

Sermon Big Idea:  Jesus is a miracle worker and the biggest miracle He worked was you and I. John 1:43-51 Genesis 32:28 Genesis 27:36a Genesis 28:10-13a John 2:8-9a – Wedding at Cana John 4:49-50 – Heals an official’s son John 5:8-9a – Heals an invalid John 6:11 – Feeds 5,000 John 6:19 – Walks on water John 9:3,6 – Heals a blind man John 11:40-43 – Raises Lazarus John 20:18 – Resurrection John 20:26 – Walked through walls John 21:6 How COVID has affected us
Sermon Series Reset Jesus

Jesus is the Way

The first step is to follow.  Following means to change direction and move. John 20:30-31 John 12:23-26 Matthew 14:31-33 John 18:25-27 John 21:12a Acts 2:36 Mark 1:17 Revelation 2:17
Sermon Series Reset Jesus

Jesus is the Lamb

Sermon Scripture:  John 1:19-34 Sermon Big Idea:  John testified to the fact that he is not the Messiah, but that he was prophesied about just like Jesus was. John 20:30-31 John clarifies his identity (v. 19-28) Not a friend of the religious leaders (Matthew 3:7-10) John the preparer (Isaiah 40:1-5) By voice (Matthew 3:2) By baptism (Matthew 3:11) John clarifies Jesus’ identity (v. 29-34) Existed before John (John 1:2) In authority over John (Matthew 3:14; Mark 1:7; Luke 3:17) Lamb How COVID has affected us
Sermon Series Reset Jesus

Jesus is the Word

Sermon Scripture:  John 1:1-18 Sermon Big Idea:  Jesus is the Word.  He was present in the beginning and all things were made through Him.  He is God! John 20:30-31 He is the Word (v. 1-3) God used words at creation (Genesis 1:3,5,6,8,9,10,11,26-31) God used words to call Abram (Genesis 12:1-3) God used words to introduce himself to Moses (Exodus 3:13-14) Jesus used the same language for himself (Jn 6,8,10,11,14,15) Brought people to a halt at time of arrest (Jn 18:4-6) How COVID has affected us
This is our Story

A New Thing

Sermon Big Idea:  Death of a Christian brings about a new thing.  People who surrender to Jesus become new things.  God has new things in mind for 2021. We have family members with new homes 2 Corinthians 5:8 Where do we go for hope?  1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 Where do we go from here?  Exodus 33:12-14 (NLT) We gained a new brother and sister A family member – John 1:12 A saved person – John 3:16 A justified person – Romans How COVID has affected us