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March 18, 2018

Colossians: All Things Through Him and For Him

Far from being the product of chaos, this world, the universe, and even the future and time all have their meaning and purpose in Jesus! This is Paul's powerful message to the Colossians.

Ephesians 1:1-2:7,6:11-12,3:8-12
Colossians 1:16-18
John 1:1-3
Hebrews 1:1-3

Sermon discussion topics for parents to use with their children:
Why are we uncomfortable with Grace?
How was Creation a group project?
What was God's master plan?
How does Jesus factor so centrally in that plan?
What does this amazing plan reveal about God?
What does it offer me?

Pastor Todd Jaussen
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

March 11, 2018

Colossians: Jesus, The Firstborn

In Colossians Paul calls Jesus God's Firstborn. What does that mean? Why could that be a threat to folks? Why is that actually a great blessing, especially to modern humankind today?

Genesis 48:8-22
Psalm 89:19-37
Colossians 1:13-19,2:9
John 1:1-3
Deuteronomy 21:15-17
Acts 2:36,5:30-31,7:56,17:30-31

Sermon discussion topics for parents to use with their children:
What does it mean that Jesus is the Firstborn of God?
What does it not mean?
Why is the fact that Jesus is firstborn a threat to people?
Why is this fact a blessing to people... especially to modern man today?

Pastor Todd Jaussen
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

July 24, 2016

Against Anger and Vengeance

Jesus' new normal changed how we should deal with anger, revenge, and retaliation.

2 Chronicles 24:20-22
Acts 7:59-60
Romans 12:14-21,5:6-10
Matthew 5:10-12,5:14,5:38-42,23:34-35
Psalm 137:7-9
Luke 6:27-28

Sermon discussion topics for parents to use with their children:
Give an Old Testament example of how God's people sought revenge.
Give a New Testament example of how God's people are to seek revenge.
What changed?
What did Paul mean by Heap coals of fire on your enemy's head?

Scott Graubard
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

March 6, 2016

Mark: Lessons from a Fig Tree

Jesus curses a fig tree then uses the event to teach us about... Fruitlessness, Faith, and Forgiveness... in the masterful way only He can teach from this passage in Mark!!

Romans 4
Mark 11:12-26
Luke 13:6-9,3:8-9
1 Corinthians 13:2
James 4:2-3
1 John 5:14-15
Matthew 18:19-20
Acts 10:20

Sermon discussion questions for parents to use with their children:
Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?
What three lessons did He teach from this event?
What should we learn about fruitlessness?
What should we learn about Faith?
What did He mean when He spoke about moving mountains?
What should we learn about Forgiveness?

Pastor Todd Jaussen
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

December 13, 2015

The Hypostatic Union or the One Christmas Gift Everyone in the World Needs

What does Hypostatic Union mean and why do I and all the people of the world need this reality in their lives??

Luke 1:26-38
Hebrews 2:14-18,4:14-16
John 1:1,1:14,6:62
Philippians 2:5-6,3:9
Acts 2:22,20:28
Romans 9:5,3:21-22
Galatians 4:4-5

The Son of God, the second person in the Holy Trinity, being very and eternal God, the brightness of the Father's glory, of one substance and equal with him who made the world, who upholdeth and governeth all things he hath made, did, when the fullness of time was come, take upon him man's nature, with all the essential properties and common infirmities thereof, yet without sin; being conceived by the Holy Spirit in the womb of the Virgin Mary, the Holy Spirit coming down upon her: and the power of the Most High overshadowing her; and so was made of a woman of the tribe of Judah, of the seed of Abraham and David according to the scriptures; so that two whole, perfect, and distinct natures were inseparably joined together in one person, without conversion, composition, or confusion; which person is very God and very man, yet one Christ, the only mediator between God and man. The Baptist Confession of Faith 1689 (emphasis added)

Sermon discussion questions for parents to use with their children:
What is the hypostatic union?
How are the two natures of Christ illustrated by the relationship of body to soul?
Why was it necessary for Jesus to take on humanity: in terms of forgiveness of sins, the gift of righteousness, His role as great high priest?
Why could a mere man not do all of this?
Why do you need this gift?

Pastor Todd Jaussen
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

October 18, 2015

Why Shouldn't I Sin?

If grace abounds then shouldn't I keep sinning so I can receive more grace? Paul might disagree.

Romans 6:1-14,5:6-10,5:20-21,6:15,6:19-23
Jude 1:4

Scott Graubard
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

March 29, 2015

Mark: Freeing Captives

Who is Jesus... a demonic deceiver or a mighty one who had bound Satan and is plundering his kingdom? How can people get so confused about Him? Let's see what Mark has to say about it.

Ephesians 6:10-20,1:15-23
Mark 3:13-30
Matthew 12:27-28
Hebrews 6:4-6
1 John 5:16

Sermon discussion questions for parents to use with their children:
What was the mistaken view of Jesus that the Scribes had?
How could they be so wrong?
What did Jesus say about their accusation?
What is the practical implications of the fact that He has bound Satan and is plundering His kingdom?
What does that look like today?
What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit?
What if I am afraid I did this?

Pastor Todd Jaussen
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA

November 16, 2014

Appreciating Salvation: The Effects of Grace

We have been saved by Grace!!! As we appreciate our salvation, what effect should our experience of God's grace have on our relationship with God, with others, with ourselves, and as we look to the future? Answer: the effect should be deep and profound!!

Matthew 18:21-35
Ephesians 2:1-9
Nehemiah 9:17
1 John 4:10-11,4:7-8,3:10,4:20

William Hendriksen

New Testament Commentary: Exposition of Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon

Sermon discussion questions for parents to use with their children:
Why does God expect Grace to affect us?
What are the effects it should have on our:
Relationship with God...
With others...
With ourselves...
As we look to the future?

Pastor Todd Jaussen
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
Greenville, PA