Redeemer Pca Of Overland Park

The Heirs of Grace (Titus 3:5-7)Pastor Tony FelichDecember 2, 2007 ----more----Here is the procuring cause of all, namely, Christ: - Through Jesus Christ our Saviour. whose undertaking and work it is to bring to grace and glory - He is our righteousness and peace, and our head, from whom we have all spiritual life and influences Titus 3:5–75 he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

The Effect of Grace Lived Out (Titus 3:1-3)Pastor Tony FelichNovember 25, 2007 ----more----Having been transformed by God's grace, we can live graciously and purposefully GRACIOUS CIVIC CONDUCT BEFITTING THE HEIRS OF GRACE (1-2)- Submissive to governing authority- Ready for every good work- Speaking evil of no one- Not quarrelsome- Gentle- Courteous BECAUSE OF GOD'S GRACE TO US, WE LEAVE FUTILITY BEHIND (3)- No more foolishness- No more rebelliousness- Slaves to various passions no longer!- We are done living maliciously, enviously and hatefully Titus 3:1–33:1 Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, 2 to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. 3 For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and envy, hated by others and hating one another.

The Transforming Power of Grace (Titus 2:11-15)Pastor Tony FelichNovember 4, 2007 ----more---- The free, unmerited favor of God (GRACE) is what transforms our lives for the glory of God. THE EPIPHANY OF GRACE (1)- The appearance of grace- For all people THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF GRACE (12-13)- Grace trains us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions- Grace trains us to be self-controlled, upright, and godly- Grace gives us hope and expectation for the future- Grace give us proper focus on God's Glory- Grace constantly points us to Christ THE NECESSITY OF PREACHING GRACE (14-15)- There is only one method for the transformation of lives for the glory of God - Grace- There will be continuous opposition to Grace Titus 2:11–1511 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, 12 training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, 13 waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and

Employees for the Glory of God (Titus 2:9-10)Pastor Tony FelichOctober 21, 2007 ----more----The conduct of Christian employees is one of the greatest ways to show Christ to the world, for the glory of God. WHAT DO ANCIENT SLAVES HAVE TO DO WITH MODERN EMPLOYEES? THE CONDUCT OF CHRISTIAN EMPLOYEES OUGHT TO BE MARKED BY:- Politeness and respect (9)- Honest (10a)- Dependable (10a) THE ACTIONS OF GODLY WORKERS WILL SHOW THE BEAUTY OF GOD TO THE WATCHING WORLD (10b) Titus 2:9–10 (Listen)9 Bondservants are to be submissive to their own masters in everything; they are to be well-pleasing, not argumentative, 10 not pilfering, but showing all good faith, so that in everything they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior.

Instruction to Younger People in the Church (Titus 2:5-8)Pastor Tony FelichOctober 14, 2007 ----more----The young should be solid in their deportment and manners, joining the seriousness of age with the liveliness and vigour of youth. THIS WILL MAKE EVEN THOSE YOUNGER YEARS TO:- Pass to good purpose- Yield matter of comfortable reflection when the evil days come IT WILL BE PREVENTIVE OF:- Much sin and sorrow- Lay the foundation for doing and enjoying much good. SUCH SHALL NOT MOURN AT THE LAST BUT:- Have peace and comfort in death, and after it a glorious crown of life. Titus 2:5–85 to be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be reviled. 6 Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled. 7 Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, 8 and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.

Instructions for Older People in the Church (Titus 2:1-4)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 30, 2007 ----more---- The godly conduct of older Christians becomes model and foundation for ministry to the younger generation in the ChurchSOUND DOCTRINAL TEACHING LEADS TO GODLY CONDUCT (1) OLDER MEN ARE TO BE MODELS OF MATURE SPIRITUALITY (2)- Self-controlled- Sound in faith and steadfastness OLDER WOMEN ARE TO BE MODELS AND MENTORS (3-4a)- Reverent in behavior- Not slanderers- Not slaves to much wine- Actively mentoring younger women to live out their calling Titus 2:1–4 (Listen)2:1 But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. 2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. 3 Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, 4 and so train the young women to love their husbands and children,

Confronting the Error of Legalism in the Church (Titus 1:10-16)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 23, 2007 ----more----Elders must be aware of erroneous teaching that manifest itself in the church and confront it.+ This side of heaven, error will constantly confront the Church- From within and without- The Apostles have given us clear warning +There are various kinds of errors that manifest themselves in the Church - legalism seems to be the most common- Misinterpretation of the Bible (therefore, misapplication also)- Denial of key biblical teachings (Sufficiency of Christ)- Adding to the Bible (legalism) +Such error must be dealt with directly and decisively for the sake of the purity of the Church and the Gospel of Christ- The corporate purity of the Church (stewards of the Gospel of Christ) is vitally important- Personal restoration of the erring person(s) is also important Titus 1:10–1610 For there are many who are insubordinate, empty talkers and deceivers, especially those of the circumcision party. 11 They mu

Elders in Christ's Church (Titus 1:5-9)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 16, 2007 ----more---- God has chosen the office of elder for the shepherding care of the flock in order to continue the process of spiritual growth.- There must be a plurality of elders in each church (more than one)- The office of "elder" and "overseer" are the same- Appointment to eldership is based on the recognition of God-given qualifications. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ELDER- Above reproach (6,7)- A man (6)- A faithful husband (6)- Leading a submissive household (6)- Not arrogant (7)- Not quick-tempered (7)- Not someone who gets drunk (7)- Not violent (7)- Not materialistic (7)- Hospitable (8)- A lover of good (8)- Self-controlled (8)- Uptight (8)- Holy (8)- Disciplined (8) DOCTRINAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ELDER- Stable doctrinally (9)- Committed to the bible (9)- Knows the bible in order to teach it (9)- Able to exhort and refute (9) Titus 1:5–95 This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and app

Ministering For the Sake of God's Elect (Titus 1:1-4)Pastor Tony FelichSeptember 9, 2007 ----more----Divine faith rests not on fallible reasonings and probable opinions, but on the infallible word, the truth itself, which is after godliness, of a godly nature and tendency, pure, and purifying the heart of the believer Titus 1:1–41:1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the sake of the faith of God's elect and their knowledge of the truth, which accords with godliness, 2 in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before the ages began 3 and at the proper time manifested in his word through the preaching with which I have been entrusted by the command of God our Savior; 4 To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.

2 Peter 3:10-13Tony FelichJuly 29, 2007 ----more----THE FINAL COMING OF THE LORD JESUS WILL DISPLAY GOD'S GLORY AND AUTHENTICATE THE TRUE MEANING OF LIFE.I. WHAT WILL THE FINAL COMING OF CHRIST BE LIKE?- Peter labels it "The Day of the Lord"- It will be unexpected- It will be catastrophic- It will be a time of judgment+ God's glory displayed+ God's enemies destroyed+ God's people saved - It will usher in a new eternal order+ New Heavens+ New earth II. HOW SHOULD WE VIEW THE LORD'S FINAL COMING?- For those who trust Christ+ It should motivate spiritual maturity+ With great excitement and longing - For those who do not trust Christ+ With terror...turn to CHRIST

2 Peter 3:1-9Tony FelichJuly 22, 2007 ----more----GROWING IN GRACE AND KNOWLEDGE PREPARES US FOR CHRIST'S SURE COMING!Introduction:- Be sure of Christ's coming as the bible promises- Beware of extremes regarding "end times" mania I. KNOW THE WORD OF GOD (1-3a) II. DISCERN AND REJECT FALSE TEACHING (3-6)

2 Peter 2:17-22Tony FelichJune 24, 2007 ----more----THE INFLUENCE OF FALSE TEACHERS DISPLAYED- Emptiness (17)- Instability (17)- Boastfulness (18)- Seductiveness (18)- Heartlessness (18)- Deception (19)- Powerlessness (19) THE DOOM OF FALSE TEACHERS IS DECLARED- Sinful entanglement (20)- Overcome by sin (20)- Utter Apostasy (20-22)

2 Peter 2:10-16Tony FelichJune 17, 2007 BEWARE OF FALSE TEACHERS- Predestined for condemnation- Magnified examples of common sin BEWARE OF SENSUAL SIN BEWARE OF ARROGANCE

2 Peter 2:1-9Tony FelichJune 10, 2007   2 Peter 2 is on long paragraph warning of false teachers that reveals pastoral concern for protecting the flock.WHAT DO WE LEARN ABOUT FALSE TEACHERS?- Their Character- Their Influence- Their sure judgment WHAT DO WE LEARN ABOUT GOD'S JUDGMENT OF SIN?- Swift- Certain- Complete WHAT COMFORT CAN BELIEVERS TAKE?- We have redemption- We have been given the Truth- God provides protection

2 Peter 1:16-21Tony FelichJune 3, 2007 ----more---- The biblical pastor has a sufficient tool for Christ-honoring ministry - the Word of God. PETER: DISCIPLE, APOSTLE, AND PASTOR- Peter's time as a disciple prepared and qualified him for Apostleship.- The Apostle's fulfilled the OT office of Prophet bringing completion to God's written Word.- The Apostle's served as pastor with the Word of God as their powerful tool for shepherding the Flock of God. THE WORD OF GOD IS INSPIRED, INERRANT, AUTHORITATIVE, AND SUFFICIENT- What is inspiration?- What is inerrancy?- How is the bible authoritative?- How is the bible sufficient?

2 Peter 1:12-15Tony Felich, May 20, 2007 ----more---- It is the passion of the biblical pastor to help God's people persevere in faith and holiness to the end.- The biblical pastor has a driving passion for God's people to be established in Truth (12-13)- The biblical pastor has a personal sense o urgency knowing his time is limited (13-14)- The biblical pastor has a long-term corporate perspective concerning ministry of the Word (12,15)

2 Peter 1:10-11Tony FelichMay 13, 2007 ----more---- WHAT IS ASSURANCE AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? WHAT ARE WE TO BE ASSURED OF?- Our calling and election- Our eternal life with Christ HOW ARE WE TO BE ASSURED OF OUR CALLING AND ELECTION?- Diligent practice of "spiritual qualities" (obedience)- By growing in grace and knowledge

2 Peter 1:5-9Tony Felich, May 6, 2007 ----more----Spiritual growth comes when we practice spiritual knowledge.I. First, know your standing in Christ (1:1-5a)II. Second, make every effort to develop (1:5-7)- Virtue- Knowledge- Self-control- Steadfastness- Godliness- Brotherly affection- Love III. Third, regularly evaluate your spiritual knowledge and growth (1:8-9)

2 Peter 1:1-4Tony FelichApril 29, 2007 ----more----Growing in grace and knowledge go hand in hand.- We must know what Christ's righteousness has provided (1)- Learning more about Christ multiplies grace and peace (2)- Learning more about God advances the process of spiritual maturity (3-4)

They Keep Coming... (1 Corinthians 15:12-58)Pastor Tony FelichApril 8, 2007 ----more---- - Having confirmed the truth of our Saviour’s resurrection, the apostle goes on to refute those among the Corinthians who said there would be none - The apostle answers a plausible and principal objection against the doctrine of the resurrection of the dead 1 Corinthians 15:12–5812 Now if Christ is proclaimed as raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. 14 And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain. 15 We are even found to be misrepresenting God, because we testified about God that he raised Christ, whom he did not raise if it is true that the dead are not raised. 16 For if the dead are not raised, not even Christ has been raised. 17 And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins. 18 Then those also who h