August 19, 2020

Treasures

Proverbs 21:5-6

Introduction

A practical look at treasure, getting, gain, finances and the christian.

I. Diligent Gain (Pro 21:5a)

Pro 21:5a – The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness;

A. Person of diligence (Joseph was diligent)

• A diligent person is someone who is steady in application to business, they are in constant effort to accomplish the goal.
• Christians should be diligent people, the ant is one of the most diligent of creation, and God tells us to observer their ways! They are constantly diligently preparing for winter.

B. Planning, preparing (Joseph prepared)

• Some people act with no thought!
• A diligent person, will be thinking ahead, planning and preparing!
• Someone wise once said, “Prior proper planning prevents poor performance.” - not Bible, still good.
• Not all plans work, but having no plan is in essence planning to fail.

C. Plenteousness (Egypt had plenty)

• There is provisions for hard times.

II. Deceitful Gain (Pro 21:5b, 6)

Prov. 21:5b ...but of every one that is hasty only to want.

September 9, 2020

Proverbs of Life

Proverbs 21

Introduction

We have the six miscellaneous verses left in Proverbs 21 that I couldn’t put into a category. So we will cover several things and try to get through all of them this evening. These could all be thrown into a very general category of Life. How to live life.

I. Choosing a Right spirit (attitude) or spouse (9, 19)

NOTE:

September 13, 2026

Set your Mind to it

1 Chronicles 28:8-10

Introduction

We are staying within the series of the mind, but we are expanding it a little to the future. It really is a message to the next generation. I’m 50 years old, I have more years behind me than I have in front of me. However, I want the influence, and impact of my life to count for the cause of Christ. I’m not resigning to be done, there is much work to do.

August 23, 2026

The Mind of Christ

Philippians 2:1-5

Introduction

We started a little mini series on the mind. We have talked about our mind being stayed on God (Isa 26:3). We have considered what things we are to think about in Phil 4:8. Last week we saw 4 types of minds in the Bible, 1. The Condemned mind 2. The Carnal mind 3. The corrupt mind 4. The Converted mind.

August 16, 2026

What Kind of Mind do you have?

Introduction

We have been looking at what the Bible says about the mind. There are a lot of helpful verses that cover the topic. We examined Isaiah 26:3

Isaiah 26:3 — Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

We looked at

Philippians 4:8 —8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

August 2, 2026

Consider your Thoughts

Philippians 4:8

Introduction

Isaiah 26:3 — Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

Last week, we looked at this verse. In studying for the message, I was reminded of our text for tonight.

We are jumping in at the conclusion of Paul’s message to the believers that are in Philippi. There has already been a lot covered, and this is not the first time he has mentioned their mind, or their thoughts. It is probably the most direct time though.

July 26, 2026

Perfect Peace

Isaiah 26:3

Introduction

Peace is something much sought after in this world. I’m not talking about world peace, I’m talking about Personal Peace. Many people are seeking after peace. Many people turn to alcohol, drugs, or something that numbs their mind to find peace. The problem with that, it is only a temporary mask for peace, when the alcohol or drugs wears off, the problems are still there.

October 26, 2025 - AM

David Becomes King

2 Samuel 5:1-5

Introduction

Leadership is important, but godly leadership is far better than worldly leadership. The majority of books on leadership (even many of those authored by christians) emphasize a humanistic, worldly type of leadership over God’s leadership manual.

Humanistic leadership is used to in the professional world to build corporations, and is vastly different a style than that of spiritual leadership taught and emphasized in the Scripture.

October 19, 2025

A Champion

1 Sam 17:1-4

Introduction

We have a familiar Bible story, and yet, maybe it has been years since you heard a message out of it. Sometimes familiar stories get overlooked because of their familiarity. And yet there are so many lessons that can be drawn from them.

One summer, a man bought a fancy new car—a bright red sports model that turned heads wherever it went. Everyone was impressed as it rolled down the road. Sadly, it often broke down, and sat on the side of the road. It was a problematic car, with a bad engine, lots of problems. It is easy to be impressed with appearances, but what is on the inside, and how reliable is far more important than what it looks like!

January 12, 2025

Looking Unto Jesus

Heb 12:1-3

Introduction

Our theme this year is, "Looking unto Jesus". There is no greater example in our life than Jesus Christ. Know one knows what 2025 holds, no one knows what is going to transpire in your life this year. It may be good, prosperity, good health, good times... but there may be troubles, problems, loss, financial hardship, health problems, whatever it is that takes place in 2025, we MUST keep our eyes on Christ. Through the good and the bad! He is our great example in all!