March 2013 English Sermon Notes

March 3, 2013 - Pastor Dan Ho

Route 66 - Guide To Life: I Samuel,"The Secret to Success"
I Samuel 15:12-23

Introduction
Hannah
"...I am a woman who is deeply troubled...I was pouring out my soul to the Lord." (v. 1:15)
Samuel
"...Speak, for your servant is listening." (3:9)
Saul
"...Does the Lord delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the voice of the Lord?" (v. 15:22)
David
"...You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty..." (v. 17:45)
Conclusion

Route 66 - Guide To Life: II Samuel, "The Dangers of Success"
II Samuel 12: 1-14

Introduction
The Blatant Grip of Pride and Arrogance
The Subtle Embrace of Neglect
The Painful Consequences of Sin
The Loving Restoration of God's Grace
"Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me." (Ps. 51:10-12)
Conclusion

Route 66 - Guide To Life: I Kings, "Careless Choices have Consequences"
I Kings 11:1-12

Introduction
Opening the Door of Deception
Ways to be deceived:
1. Power
2. Riches
3. Pleasure
4. Fame
Allowing the New Normal to Become Established
Reaping the Unintended Consequences
Discovering the Hope God Always Provides
Repent and be restored; God is always there.
Conclusion

Route 66 - Guide To Life: II Kings, "A Life Without His Blessings"
II Kings 24:18-20

Easter: The Ultimate Redemption Message
Romans 3:23-24; 4:25

Introduction
The Need
"for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God," (v. 3:23)
The Cost
"For the wages of sin is death..." (v. 6:23)
The Payment
"He was delivered over to death for our sins..." (v. 4:25)
The Proof
"...and was raised to life for our justification." (v. 4:25)
Conclusion