Sermons by Brian Hagerman (Page 8)
The One and Only
Despite a culture of acceptance, there is only one truth. 1 Timothy 2:5-7 – For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time. And for this purpose I was appointed a herald and an apostle—I am telling the truth, I am not lying—and a true…
Why Pray?
We pray because it is desirable to live in peace, and God says it is good to pray for this. 1 Timothy 2:1-3 – I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior
A Fine Work to Desire
Desiring to help lead God’s children is (for me) a beautiful thing 1 Timothy 3:1 – Here is a trustworthy saying: Whoever aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task.
Fight the Good Fight
By the knowledge and power of God’s Word, fight the most important fight! 1 Timothy 1:18-19 – Timothy, my son, I am giving you this command in keeping with the prophecies once made about you, so that by recalling them you may fight the battle well, holding on to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and so have suffered shipwreck with regard to the…
1 Timothy 1:17
Without God’s revelation of his eternity, immortality, and invisibleness, we would be without hope. Honor and glory forever and ever includes this very hour. 1 Timothy 1:17 – Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Lessons from Timothy #1: Placed into Service
Being placed into service means that we have been given purpose. 1 Timothy 1:12 – “I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service…”
Psalm 23: God’s Deeds of Devotion
God loves you now and forever! – Psalm 23: 5-6 – You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.
Psalm 23: The Rod, the Staff, and Comfort
Psalm 23:4 – “Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”
Fear No Evil in the Valleys
Psalm 23:4 – Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me.