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Sermons by Andy Bratton (Page 14)

Sermons by Andy Bratton (Page 14)

Overshadow Sermon Series at Kalkaska Church of Christ

Simply the Best Place to Be

Sermon Scripture:  Luke 2:8-20 Sermon Big Idea:  Being in the shadow of the power of the most high works best if we simply accept who God is and what He did for us. Sermon part 1 They simply received the simple message (Luke 2:8-15) Luke 2:15.  Let us go and see this thing the Lord has made known to us John 10:11.  “I am the good shepherd.  The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” Sermon part 2 How COVID has affected us
Overshadow Sermon Series at Kalkaska Church of Christ

Partiality

The wise men’s hearts were overshadowed by worship. Are they magi? (Daniel 1:20, 2:5, 2:24) Are they wise men? (1 Kings 10:7,9-10) Are they kings? (Isaiah 39:6, 60:10) Herod’s heart was overshadowed by worry and fear. King of the Jews? Builder and baby killer? (Matthew 2:16) The Priests and Scribes’ hearts were overshadowed by confusion. (Matthew 2:5-6) If they knew about Jesus why didn’t they worship Him? Why information without action? Do you seek Him as a magi, wise man, How COVID has affected us
Overshadow Sermon Series at Kalkaska Church of Christ

In The Right Shadow

Luke 1:26-38, 45 Sermon Big Idea:  The power of the Most High overshadows our fears  Mary was greatly troubled, afraid, confused, but obedient. The power of the most high can overshadow our doubts, fears, and confusion. The power of the most high overshadows and then sends. When what we do is from the power of the Holy Spirit, it is holy. 1 Kings 19 God wants to hear from us what we perceive is wrong. God reveals Himself to us. How COVID has affected us
A Divine Dining Experience Sermon Series

A Divine Smackdown

Sermon Scripture:  Luke 11:37-54 Sermon Big Idea:  The key is to clean the inside first by being persistent, united, enguard, a doer, repentant, and a light.  Then we will have the keys to open the gate and to not hinder others from entering. Jesus teaches us how to disciple: Be persistent in prayer (Luke 11:1-13) Be united (Luke 11:14-23) Be on watch (Luke 11:24-26) Be hearers and doers (Luke 11:27-28) Be repentant (Luke 11:29-32) Be lights (Luke 11:33-36) As we How COVID has affected us
A Divine Dining Experience Sermon Series

A Divine Mystery

Luke 7:36-50 Mark 4:41 Luke 5:20-21 Luke 7:36-50 Simon questioned much He couldn’t be a prophet If He was holy He wouldn’t let her touch him The woman loved much Humbled herself Gave up her livelihood Covered up his embarrassment Matthew 2:18 – Polys (pa loos) Jesus forgives much Neither him who owed a little or a lot could repay She was one who we all would agree is a sinner Luke 7:49 Who is this man?  He is the How COVID has affected us
A Divine Dining Experience Sermon Series

A Divine Distraction

Deuteronomy 6:4-7 Martha was focused on the welcome. (v. 38) Mary was focused on learning. (v. 39) Martha was distracted with serving. (v. 40) Jesus re-focused Martha’s priorities. (41-42) Luke 10:31-32 Like the Levite and the Priest, we can get focused on what we think is right, only to forget the best. 3 meal questions What God sightings did you witness today? What would you ask Jesus if He were sitting at the table with us? What is one nice How COVID has affected us
God and Politics Sermon Series

What do I do if My Candidate Loses?

We might think we know how things are supposed to happen, but always be ready for God to do something we don’t expect. Adonijah was presumptuous. (1 Kings 1:5-10) Bathsheba was preserving self. (1 Kings 1:11-14,16-17,20-21) God had a plan. (1 Chronicles 28:3,5-6) David was giving praise. (1 Kings 1:48) Present fulfillment (2 Samuel 23:5) Future fulfillment (Acts 2:30-31) Eternal fulfillment (Psalm 39:5,7) We praise God on Wednesday for what He has done today, will do in the future, and How COVID has affected us
God and Politics Sermon Series

How to Tackle the Issues

Matthew 25:31-46Matthew 28:18-20James 1:26-27Matthew 22:34-40 Sanctity of Life Abortion – Psalm 139:13-16, Luke 1:41 Capital punishment – Numbers 35:30-31; John 8:7; Matthew 5:38-39 LGBTQ – Leviticus 18:22; Romans 1:26-27;  Gun rights – Luke 22:36; Ecclesiastes 9:18; Matthew 26:52 The Environment – Psalm 89:11 “The heavens are yours; the earth also is yours; the world and all that is in it, you have founded them.” What about the “me” issues? Social Security Healthcare Taxes Our litmus test for the issues are: How COVID has affected us
God and Politics Sermon Series

The Disliked Leader

We may disagree on policy and issues related to our world, but that doesn’t mean we are exempt from loving others. We don’t get to pick and choose which verses we follow. Romans 13:1-2 1 Peter 2:13-14 God uses unlikely people to accomplish His will. Samson Nebuchadnezzar God teaches us to honor and love those we disagree with. Saul and David 1 Samuel 24:5-6 1 Samuel 26:9 2 Samuel 1:16 Be careful how you speak about the Lord’s anointed.
God and Politics Sermon Series

A Hillbilly’s Guide to Politics

Sermon Scripture:  Exodus 18 Sermon Big Idea:  When we put God’s will first, the result is peace Moses gave God credit (v. 1-9) Moses and Jethro praised and worshiped God (v. 10-12) Moses settled disputes according to God’s decrees (v. 13-16) Jethro had a more comprehensive plan (v. 17-27) Keep taking disputes to God (v. 19-20) Select leaders (v. 21-23) Capable Honest Fear God Hate bribes Break into smaller groups (v. 21-23) And the result was PEACE