At first glance, Ecclesiastes appears to be in our Bibles only to turn its readers into cynics, skeptics, depressed individuals or perhaps some mix of all three). Can there be wisdom—and perhaps even joy—to be found in this odd (and oddly named) Old Testament book?
Taught by Brian Sorgenfrei & Les Newsom. Meets in the CPC sanctuary every Sunday at 9:45am.
Scripture Reference: Matthew 13:1-23
The worldwide hero spent a lot of time teaching and his disciples claim this hero has the words of life. Why then is it often so difficult to listen to Jesus? The parable of the sower in Matthew 13 is one of Jesus’ explanation for why He is dismissed, ignored and rejected. The problem is the condition of our hearts.
*Special thanks to Tim Keller and Ricky Jones for helpful material on this passage.*
Sermon Points:
At first glance, Ecclesiastes appears to be in our Bibles only to turn its readers into cynics, skeptics, depressed individuals or perhaps some mix of all three). Can there be wisdom—and perhaps even joy—to be found in this odd (and oddly named) Old Testament book?
Taught by Brian Sorgenfrei & Les Newsom. Meets in the CPC sanctuary every Sunday at 9:45am.
Scripture Reference: Matthew 11:1-6, 15-19
The Hero Jesus, has come to rescue and set the world to rights. However, the way that Jesus will bring rescue offends some and even disappoints a devoted follower like John the Baptist. In these interactions, Jesusexposes the pride of our own hearts how he has come to rescue us from ourselves.
Sermon Points:
At first glance, Ecclesiastes appears to be in our Bibles only to turn its readers into cynics, skeptics, depressed individuals or perhaps some mix of all three). Can there be wisdom—and perhaps even joy—to be found in this odd (and oddly named) Old Testament book?
Taught by Brian Sorgenfrei & Les Newsom. Meets in the CPC sanctuary every Sunday at 9:45am.