Pelsall Evangelical Church Sermons

Genesis 8:1-9:17 - Tim SmylieA new beginning for all life on earth (8:1-19)God’s gracious commitment to all life on earth (8:20-22)The uniqueness of human life (9:1-7)The surprising sign of God’s covenant (9:8-17)

Psalm 69 - Steve HopeThe rescue of God’s King (vv. 1-15)The judgment of God’s enemies (vv. 16-29)The praise of God’s people (vv. 30-36)

Genesis 6-7 - Tim SmylieGod promises judgment and provides a way of salvation (Chp 6)- in both cases he is fully informed and deeply investedGod keeps his word (Chp 7)

Colossians 2:6-15 - Joe StanderwickStay rooted in Christ (6-7)Be aware of the danger (8)Be amazed by the gospel (9-15)You have fulness in Christ (9-10)You have life in Christ (11-12)You have forgiveness in Christ (13-15)

Genesis 4:17-5:32 - Tim Smylie Cain’s people: seek to rule and develop the world without reference to the LORD (4:17-24)- results in cultural accomplishments, self-exaltation, and violenceSeth’s people: rely on the LORD and seek to walk faithfully with him (4:25-5:32)- through them the LORD brings salvation and blessing for the world

Psalm 68 - Steve HopeThe desire for the triumphal procession (vv. 1-6)The description of the triumphal procession (vv. 7-19)The delight in the triumphal procession (vv. 19-35)

Genesis 4:1-16 - Tim SmylieThe way of Cain: sin is a pathway to more sin (vv1-9)The blood of Abel: sin is not ignored (vv10-12)The grace of God: judgment is delayed (vv13-16)

Psalm 67 - Steve HopeThe mission of God’s blessing (vv. 1-3)The joy of God’s reign (vv. 4-5)The harvest of God’s Kingdom (vv. 6-7)

1 Corinthians 15:1-11 - Steve HopeWhat the gospel does… saves (vv. 1-2)What the gospel is about… a saviour (vv. 3-7)What the gospel produces… transformation by grace (vv. 8-11)

Genesis 3:9-2 - Tim SmylieIt’s easier to pass the blame than admit our own sin (vv9-13)There’s always a battle going on (vv14-15)Everything is more difficult than it should be (vv16-19)We can’t go back, but God has provided a way forward (vv20-24)

Psalm 66 - Steve HopeAll the earth is called to praise God (vv. 1-4)Come and See: The works of His hands (vv. 5-15)Come and Hear: The witness of His people (vv. 16-20)

Genesis 3:1-8 - Tim Smylie
 
Temptation by the crafty enemy (vv1-5)
questions God’s goodness (v1)
denies God’s truthfulness (v4)
promises a better life through disobedience (v5)
Rebellion by the blessed couple (v6) 
decide they are wiser than God
The worst kind of death – estranged from God (and from one another) (vv7-8) 
 
 

Psalm 65 - Steve HopePraise the one who atones for our sins (vv.1-4)Praise the one who astonishes the nations (vv. 5-8)Praise the one who abundantly provides (vv. 9-13)

Luke 11 - Steve HopeThe parable about prayer (vv. 5-8)The promise of prayer (vv. 9-10)The principle of prayer (vv. 13-15)

Psalm 64 - Steve HopeThe rejection of God’s King (vv.1-6)The reversal - God’s judgement (vv. 7-10)

Genesis 2:18-25 - Tim SmylieHumanity’s mission requires complementary relationship (v18)Marriage: complementarity on display (vv19-25)- the dance of equality, authority, and unity

Ruth 3:16-4:22 - Gerald Tanner

Genesis 2:5-17 - Tim SmylieAn apprenticeship with the Great King:I. Learning the need for God’s life-giving power (vv5-14)II. Learning to worship before trying to rule (vv15-17)● serving, guarding, and enjoying what God has entrusted to us (vv15-16)● trusting God’s wisdom and goodness (v17)

Genesis 1:26-2:4 - Tim SmylieOur high honour – created in God’s image (1:26-27)Our great responsibility – called to rule and develop God’s world in ways that reflect his character (1:28-30)Our true rest – comes from trusting in God’s perfect work (1:31-2:4)

Psalm 63 - Steve HopeDeep thirst of the soul (v. 1)Deep truth in the sanctuary (vv. 2-8)Deep trust for the future (vv. 9-11)

Psalm 63 - Steve HopeDeep thirst of the soul (v. 1)Deep truth in the sanctuary (vv. 2-8)Deep trust for the future (vv. 9-11)

Genesis 1:6-25 - Tim SmylieGod’s glory is seen in:I. His authority over his creationII. The order and extravagance of his creation● order – God is like a careful craftsman● extravagance – God is like an exuberant artist

Psalm 62 - Steve HopeTrust in God alone is resolved (vv. 1-4)Trust in God alone is reinforced (vv. 5-8)Trust in God alone is recognised as supreme (vv. 9-12)

Psalm 62 - Steve HopeTrust in God alone is resolved (vv. 1-4)Trust in God alone is reinforced (vv. 5-8)Trust in God alone is recognised as supreme (vv. 9-12)

Genesis 1:1-5 - Tim SmylieBefore “the beginning” (1:1a)- God was already there, enjoying an eternal relationship of perfect loveIn “the beginning” (1:1b)- God created everything that is not GodGod’s mission (vv2-5)- to share the light of his goodness and glory

Psalm 61 - Steve HopeA longing for God expressed in prayer (vv. 1-4)A longing for God fulfilled in Christ (vv. 5-8)

1 Kings 22 - Richard MargettsWhen God Speaks: Three ResponsesAHAB: wants to be affirmed, not challengedMICAIAH: faithful to the truth, whatever it costs JEHOSHAPHAT: wants to listen, but fails to act

Revelation 5 - Tim SmylieWho is worthy? (vv1-4)- the problem of the sealed scrollThe One who is worthy (vv5-10)- the triumphant Lion who is the slain LambWorthy of worship (vv11-14) 

Ephesians 1:15-23 - Kevin VroomKnow God better (v15-18a) The hope produced by God’s calling (v18b)The wealth of his glorious inheritance (v18c)His great power at work for you (v19-23)

1 Corinthians 15:12-28 - Tim SmylieWhat if Christ had not risen? (vv12-19)Because Christ is risen… (vv20-28)In Christ our resurrection is guaranteed (vv20-23)Through Christ creation will be renewed (vv24-28)