"Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God!"

Calvary Independent Baptist Church, Saltillo

God's work is the only work that matters. And God's work will be accomplished. God's work will stand when everything else comes to an end. Are you about the Father's business? Are you doing God's work while there is still time? Let's rise up as the church and be about God's work for His glory in these last days. 
I. A burden from the Lord (1:1-2:10) 
 A. How is Jerusalem (1:2-3)? 
 B. We need God (1:4-11) 
 1. God's greatness (vs.5) 
 2. God's help (vs.6-11) 
 C. Send me, Lord (2:1-10) 
II. A call to work (2:11-20) 
 A. An understanding of the work (vs.12-16) 
 B. A challenge to serve (vs.17-20)

God's work is the only work that matters. And God's work will be accomplished. God's work will stand when everything else comes to an end. Are you about the Father's business? Are you doing God's work while there is still time? Let's rise up as the church and be about God's work for His glory in  these last days.
I. A burden from the Lord (1:1-2:10)
  A. How is Jerusalem (1:2-3)?
  B. We need God (1:4-11)
    1. God's greatness (vs.5)
    2. God's help (vs.6-11)
  C. Send me, Lord (2:1-10)
II. A call to work (2:11-20)
  A. An understanding of the work (vs.12-16)
  B. A challenge to serve (vs.17-20)

11-13-22AM "Rise Up and Build" Nehemiah 1:1-2:20

God gives His church help in big and small matters. If we are seeking the Lord in the small things God will lead us in both the small things and the big things. Thank the Lord for His wisdom that He has given to His church! 
I. Right relationships (5:1-2) 
 A. The elders (vs.1-2) 
 B. The younger (vs.1-2) 
II. Helping the needy (5:3-16) 
 A. Family first (vs.4-8) 
 B. Surrendered to God (vs.9-15) 
 1. A good testimony (vs.9-10) 
 2. A worldly heart (vs.11-13) 
 3. A godly widow (vs.14-16) 
III. Honoring the leader (5:17-22) 
 A. Full support (vs.17-18) 
 B. Unprejudiced rebuke (vs.19-21) 
 C. Careful commendation (vs.22) 
IV. Trusting God (5:23-25) 
V. A good testimony (6:1-2)

God gives His church help in big and small matters. If we are seeking the Lord in the small things God will lead us in both the small things and the big things. Thank the Lord for His wisdom that He has given to His church!
I. Right relationships (5:1-2)
  A. The elders (vs.1-2)
  B. The younger (vs.1-2)
II. Helping the needy (5:3-16)
  A. Family first (vs.4-8)
  B. Surrendered to God (vs.9-15)
    1. A good testimony (vs.9-10)
    2. A worldly heart (vs.11-13)
    3. A godly widow (vs.14-16)
III. Honoring the leader (5:17-22)
  A. Full support (vs.17-18)
  B. Unprejudiced rebuke (vs.19-21)
  C. Careful commendation (vs.22)
IV. Trusting God (5:23-25)
V. A good testimony (6:1-2)

10-2-22PM "Practical Issues in the Church" 1 Timothy 5:1-6:2

God's power is at work on the behalf of His people. God is sovereign. He will do His work by His power. But we must trust Him. We must walk with God by faith. Let God do His work as you trust Him in the midst of difficult circumstances. 
I. Renewal (5:1-2) 
 A. Hearing God's Word (vs.1) 
 B. Serving the Lord (vs.2) 
II. Commitment (5:3-17) 
 A. A new attack (vs.3-10) 
 B. The response of faith (vs.11-17) 
III. Providential prosperity (6:1-13) 
 A. The king's search (vs.1-5) 
 B. The king's decree (vs.6-13) 
 1. Let them alone (vs.6-7) 
 2. Give then what they need (vs.8-10) 
 3. Hear my warning (vs.11-13) 
IV. Celebration (6:14-22)

God's power is at work on the behalf of His people. God is sovereign. He will do His work by His power. But we must trust Him. We must walk with God by faith. Let God do His work as you trust Him in the midst of difficult circumstances.
I. Renewal (5:1-2)
  A. Hearing God's Word (vs.1)
  B. Serving the Lord (vs.2)
II. Commitment (5:3-17)
  A. A new attack (vs.3-10)
  B. The response of faith (vs.11-17)
III. Providential prosperity (6:1-13)
  A. The king's search (vs.1-5)
  B. The king's decree (vs.6-13)
    1. Let them alone (vs.6-7)
    2. Give then what they need (vs.8-10)
    3. Hear my warning (vs.11-13)
IV. Celebration (6:14-22)

8-28-22AM "The Mighty Hand of God" Ezra 5:1-6:22

Satan wants to hinder God's work in your life. Satan wants to keep you from serving the Lord. But God wants you to be strong in Him. God wants you to press on in the work for His glory. Be aware of Satan's attacks and be strong in the Lord. 
I. The attack of compromise (vs.1-3) 
 A. The enemy (vs.1) 
 B. The deceit (vs.2) 
 C. The victory (vs.3) 
II. The attack of difficulty (vs.4-5) 
 A. Trouble (vs.4) 
 B. Discouragement (vs.5) 
III. The attack of slander (vs.6-24) 
 A. False accusations (vs.6-16) 
 B. An unjust decree (vs.17-22) 
 C. A hindered work (vs.23-24)

Satan wants to hinder God's work in your life. Satan wants to keep you from serving the Lord. But God wants you to be strong in Him. God wants you to press on in the work for His glory. Be aware of Satan's attacks and be strong in the Lord.
I. The attack of compromise (vs.1-3)
  A. The enemy (vs.1)
  B. The deceit (vs.2)
  C. The victory (vs.3)
II. The attack of difficulty (vs.4-5)
  A. Trouble (vs.4)
  B. Discouragement (vs.5)
III. The attack of slander (vs.6-24)
  A. False accusations (vs.6-16)
  B. An unjust decree (vs.17-22)
  C. A hindered work (vs.23-24)

8-14-22AM- "Be Strong in the Lord" Ezra 4:1-24

Worship must be the center of our lives. Everything starts with God. And if He is the center then we will do the right things as we live each day. Does your life start with God? 
I. The priority of worship (vs.1-6) 
 A. One man (vs.1) 
 B. The altar (vs.2-3) 
 C. Their need (vs.3) 
II. The honor of God's name (vs.7-13) 
 A. A desire to build (vs.7-9) 
 B. Rejoicing in God's work (vs.10-13)

Worship must be the center of our lives. Everything starts with God. And if He is the center then we will do the right things as we live each day. Does your life start with God?
I. The priority of worship (vs.1-6)
  A. One man (vs.1)
  B. The altar (vs.2-3)
  C. Their need (vs.3)
II. The honor of God's name (vs.7-13)
  A. A desire to build (vs.7-9)
  B. Rejoicing in God's work (vs.10-13)

7-31-22AM "Starting With God" Ezra 3:1-13

God's work makes all the difference. And God's Spirit is how God works in our lives and in His church. Let's pray for the power of the Spirit to revive and to renew us. Let's ask God to breathe His life into His people, His church for His glory. 
I. A valley of dry bones (vs.1-3) 
 A. A place of death (vs.1) 
 B. Very many dry bones (vs.2) 
 C. A good question and answer (vs.3) 
II. The Word of the Lord (vs.4-6) 
III. The power of God (sv.7-10) 
 A. The beginning of life (vs.7-8) 
 B. The giving of life (vs.9-10) 
IV. The application of the vision (vs.11-14) 
 A. Israel is dead and dry (vs.11) 
 B. God's Word will take place (vs.12) 
 C. Israel will live again (vs.13-14)

God's work makes all the difference. And God's Spirit is how God works in our lives and in His church. Let's pray for the power of the Spirit to revive and to renew us. Let's ask God to breathe His life into His people, His church for His glory.
I. A valley of dry bones (vs.1-3)
  A. A place of death (vs.1)
  B. Very many dry bones (vs.2)
  C. A good question and answer (vs.3)
II. The Word of the Lord (vs.4-6)
III. The power of God (sv.7-10)
  A. The beginning of life (vs.7-8)
  B. The giving of life (vs.9-10)
IV. The application of the vision (vs.11-14)
  A. Israel is dead and dry (vs.11)
  B. God's Word will take place (vs.12)
  C. Israel will live again (vs.13-14)

7-17-22PM "Brought Back To Life" Ezekiel 37:1-28

God calls His people to worship Him and to serve Him. God calls us out of the world and to Himself. God wants a vibrant and living church that is loving Him and rejoicing in Him. Have you heard God's call to come to Him and to follow Him? 
I. God's work (1:1-2) 
II. God's call (1:3-4) 
 A. God's people (vs.3) 
 B. Going up (vs.3) 
 C. God's help (vs.4) 
III. Our response (1:5-2:70) 
 A. Rise up (1:5) 
 B. Leave the captivity (2:1)

God calls His people to worship Him and to serve Him. God calls us out of the world and to Himself. God wants a vibrant and living church that is loving Him and rejoicing in Him. Have you heard God's call to come to Him and to follow Him?
I. God's work (1:1-2)
II. God's call (1:3-4)
  A. God's people (vs.3)
  B. Going up (vs.3)
  C. God's help (vs.4)
III. Our response (1:5-2:70)
  A. Rise up (1:5)
  B. Leave the captivity (2:1)

7-17-22AM "Stirred By God" Ezra 1:1-2:70

God's blessing changes everything. And that is what we need in our lives and in our world today. Let's pray for God's kingdom to come. Let's pray for those showers of blessing through Jesus. 
I. A new King (34:1-31) 
 A. Bad shepherds (vs.1-10) 
 B. The Good Shepherd (vs.11-31) 
II. The glory of God (35:1-36:38) 
 A. The enemy is judged (35:1-15) 
 B. Israel is restored (36:1-38)

God's blessing changes everything. And that is what we need in our lives and in our world today. Let's pray for God's kingdom to come. Let's pray for those showers of blessing through Jesus.
I. A new King (34:1-31)
  A. Bad shepherds (vs.1-10)
  B. The Good Shepherd (vs.11-31)
II. The glory of God (35:1-36:38)
  A. The enemy is judged (35:1-15)
  B. Israel is restored (36:1-38)

7-10-22PM "Showers of Blessing" Ezekiel 34:1-36:38

God is high and lifted up in majesty and glory. He is high above His creation. He is God alone. Job needed to know this. And we need to be reminded that God is a great God. Will you bow before the great God of heaven and submit to Him? 
I. We can't figure God out (37:21-24) 
II. We don't know what God knows (38:1-40:5) 
 A. God's perfect wisdom in creation (38:4-39:30) 
 B. God's challenge to Job (40:1-5) 
III. We can't do what God does (40:6-42:6) 
 A. God's power and Job's weakness (40:9-41:34) 
 B. Job's final surrender (42:1-6)

God is high and lifted up in majesty and glory. He is high above His creation. He is God alone. Job needed to know this. And we need to be reminded that God is a great God. Will you bow before the great God of heaven and submit to Him?
I. We can't figure God out (37:21-24)
II. We don't know what God knows (38:1-40:5)
  A. God's perfect wisdom in creation (38:4-39:30)
  B. God's challenge to Job (40:1-5)
III. We can't do what God does (40:6-42:6)
  A. God's power and Job's weakness (40:9-41:34)
  B. Job's final surrender (42:1-6)

6-26-22AM "How Great Thou Art!" Job 37:21-42:6

Satan's kingdom is real. It is made up of the blinded hearts of sinners that follow Satan's lies. But that kingdom will fall. God is greater than every power, including Satan's. Let God remind you of the destruction of Satan's kingdom. 
1. God's judgment of the nations (25:1-17) 
2. The pride of man (26:1-27:36) 
 A. Tyrus's pride 
 B. Satan's pride 
3. The destruction of Satan (28:1-19) 
 A. The prince of Tyrus (vs.1-10) 
 B. The king of Tyrus (vs.11-19)

Satan's kingdom is real. It is made up of the blinded hearts of sinners that follow Satan's lies. But that kingdom will fall. God is greater than every power, including Satan's. Let God remind you of the destruction of Satan's kingdom.
1. God's judgment of the nations (25:1-17)
2. The pride of man (26:1-27:36)
  A. Tyrus's pride
  B. Satan's pride
3. The destruction of Satan (28:1-19)
  A. The prince of Tyrus (vs.1-10)
  B. The king of Tyrus (vs.11-19)

6-19-22PM "Satan's Kingdom" Ezekiel 25:1-28:19

Men have an awesome responsibility in their homes. They are called to be the leaders for God. The challenge is to be an example of the believer, of a follower of Jesus. The challenge is to set forth a pattern of good works for others to see. What kind of example of you setting in your home? 
I. Others are watching 
 A. An example (1 Timothy 4:12) 
 B. A pattern (Titus 2:7) 
II. The right example 
 A. A pattern of good works (1 Timothy 4:12) 
 B. Living for what matters (1 Timothy 6:11-14) 
 C. Standing on the truth (Titus 2:7-8)

Men have an awesome responsibility in their homes. They are called to be the leaders for God. The challenge is to be an example of the believer, of a follower of Jesus. The challenge is to set forth a pattern of good works for others to see. What kind of example of you setting in your home?
I. Others are watching
  A. An example (1 Timothy 4:12)
  B. A pattern (Titus 2:7)
II. The right example
  A. A pattern of good works (1 Timothy 4:12)
  B. Living for what matters (1 Timothy 6:11-14)
  C. Standing on the truth (Titus 2:7-8)

6-19-22AM "Be Thou An Example" 1 Timothy 4:12

The Bible teaches personal responsibility. We must all give a personal account to God. And we are responsible for our decisions. Don't shift the blame to others. Take personal responsibility for your actions. 
I. Blaming others (vs.1-2) 
II. Taking personal responsibility (vs.3-32) 
 A. The principle (vs.4, 20) 
 B. The illustration (vs.5-24) 
 C. The complaint (vs.25-29) 
 D. The challenge (vs.30-32)

The Bible teaches personal responsibility. We must all give a personal account to God. And we are responsible for our decisions. Don't shift the blame to others. Take personal responsibility for your actions.
I. Blaming others (vs.1-2)
II. Taking personal responsibility (vs.3-32)
  A. The principle (vs.4, 20)
  B. The illustration (vs.5-24)
  C. The complaint (vs.25-29)
  D. The challenge (vs.30-32)

6-12-22PM "It's Not My Fault" Ezekiel 18:1-32

God wants us to be mindful of His wonders. God's good work is seen in our lives. Let's rejoice in His goodness.

5-29-22AM "Missionary Sam Snyder" Nehemiah 9:16-17

God is our refuge and strength. He will hide us under His wings. But we must choose to rest in Him.

5-15-22PM "Guest Speaker Jeff Black" Deuteronomy 32:10-12

God's glory is what makes the difference in the lives of God's people. And God will protect His glory. God will not allow us to profane His glory. God gives us His Word to show us the way to live. Let's listen and allow God's glory to be seen in our lives. 
I. The proclamation of judgment (4:1-7:27) 
 A. A model (4:1-3) 
 B. Lying down (4:4-8) 
 C. Limited food (4:9-11, 16-17) 
 D. A hair cut (5:1-4) 
II. The reason for judgment (8:1-17:24) 
 A. Abominations in Jerusalem (8:1-18) 
 B. God's glory departs (9:1-11:25) 
 C. A final warning (12:1-17:24)

God's glory is what makes the difference in the lives of God's people. And God will protect His glory. God will not allow us to ...

4-10-22PM &quot;A Call To Repent&quot; Ezekiel 4:1-17:24

God sends His people out to do His work. Do you see yourself as a servant of God? Are you doing what God wants you to do? Serving God will not be without conflict. But God will strengthen us as we obey and faithfully do what God has given us to do. Decide today to live your life as a servant of God. 
I. Anointed by God (2:1-2) 
II. Called to be faithful (2:3-3:3) 
 A. Given a work (2:3-5) 
 B. Encouraged to be faithful (2:6-8) 
 C. Responding in obedience (2:8-3:3) 
III. Warned of difficulty (3:4-14) 
 A. A clear message (vs.4-7) 
 B. A strengthened servant (vs.8-11) 
 C. A struggling servant (vs.12-14) 
IV. Reminded of personal responsibility (3:15-27) 
 A. A watchman (vs.15-21) 
 B. A choice (vs.22-27)

God sends His people out to do His work. Do you see yourself as a servant of God? Are you doing what God wants you to do? Serving God will not be without conflict. But God will strengthen us as we obey and faithfully do what God has given us to do. Decide today to live your life as a servant of God.
I. Anointed by God (2:1-2)
II. Called to be faithful (2:3-3:3)
  A. Given a work (2:3-5)
  B. Encouraged to be faithful (2:6-8)
  C. Responding in obedience (2:8-3:3)
III. Warned of difficulty (3:4-14)
  A. A clear message (vs.4-7)
  B. A strengthened servant (vs.8-11)
  C. A struggling servant (vs.12-14)
IV. Reminded of personal responsibility (3:15-27)
  A. A watchman (vs.15-21)
  B. A choice (vs.22-27)

4-3-22PM "Sent By God" Ezekiel 2:1-3:27

God's glory is what this world is all about. It's what the Christian life is all about. Let's get a glimpse of God's glory in His Word. And let's worship the Lord for Who He is. 
I. God's revelation (vs.1) 
II. God's glory (vs.2-28) 
 A. A whirlwind (vs.4) 
 B. A fire (vs.4) 
 C. The creatures (vs.5-14) 
 D. The wheels (vs.15-21) 
 E. The throne (vs.22-28)

God's glory is what this world is all about. It's what the Christian life is all about. Let's get a glimpse of God's glory in His Word. And let's worship the Lord for Who He is.
I. God's revelation (vs.1)
II. God's glory (vs.2-28)
  A. A whirlwind (vs.4)
  B. A fire (vs.4)
  C. The creatures (vs.5-14)
  D. The wheels (vs.15-21)
  E. The throne (vs.22-28)

3-27-22PM "The Glory of God" Ezekiel 1:1-28

God wants to build His people up as an holy temple to bring honor and glory to His name. Don't let anything hinder God's work in your life. Come out and be separate from sin. Pursue holiness for the glory of God. Perfect holiness in the fear of God. 
I. Receive not the grace of God in vain (6:1-2, 11-13) 
 A. Saved by God's grace (vs.1-2) 
 B. Hindered by sin (vs.11-13) 
II. "Come out from among them, and be ye separate" (6:14-18) 
 A. Be not unequally yoked (vs.14-16) 
 B. Touch not the unclean thing (vs.17-18) 
III. Perfect holiness (7:1) 
 A. Cleanse yourself (vs.1) 
 B. Fear God (vs.1)

God wants to build His people up as an holy temple to bring honor and glory to His name. Don't let anything hinder God's work in your life. Come out and be separate from sin. Pursue holiness for the glory of God. Perfect holiness in the fear of God. 
I. Receive not the grace of God in vain (6:1-2, 11-13)
  A. Saved by God's grace (vs.1-2)
  B. Hindered by sin (vs.11-13)
II. "Come out from among them, and be ye separate" (6:14-18)
  A. Be not unequally yoked (vs.14-16)
  B. Touch not the unclean thing (vs.17-18)
III. Perfect holiness (7:1)
  A. Cleanse yourself (vs.1)
  B. Fear God (vs.1)

3-13-22PM "Perfecting Holiness" 2 Corinthians 6:11-7:1

God's message is proclaimed by God's messengers. But the center of every message is the One Messenger, Jesus Christ, Who brings about the fulfilment of God's covenant. Are we listening to God's messengers? Have you repented of your sin and received Jesus? 
I. Where is God (2:17)? 
II. The Lord will come (3:1) 
 A. The first messenger (vs.1) 
 B. The second messenger (vs.1) 
III. Judgment will take place (3:2-5) 
IV. God is merciful (3:6)

God's message is proclaimed by God's messengers. But the center of every message is the One Messenger, Jesus Christ, Who brings about the fulfilment of God's covenant. Are we listening to God's messengers? Have you repented of your sin and received Jesus? 
I. Where is God (2:17)?
II. The Lord will come (3:1)
  A. The first messenger (vs.1)
  B. The second messenger (vs.1)
III. Judgment will take place (3:2-5)
IV. God is merciful (3:6)

2-13-22PM "I Will Send My Messenger" Malachi 2:17-3:6

God must be the center of our lives. Everything must rotate around Him. When we get away from God we find ourselves in trouble. Commit this year to keep God first, to keep worship central in your life. 
I. Seeking the Lord (14:1-8) 
 A. Remove the obstacles (vs.2-5) 
 B. Recognize God's blessing (vs.6-8) 
II. Trusting the Lord (14:9-15) 
 A. A strong enemy (vs.9-10) 
 B. A stronger God (vs.11) 
 C. A great victory (vs.12-15) 
III. Keeping God first (15:1-19) 
 A. A challenge (vs.1-7) 
 B. A renewed heart (vs.8-19) 
IV. Drifting from the Lord (16:1-14) 
 A. Another battle (vs.1-6) 
 B. Another warning (vs.7-9) 
 C. A sad ending (vs.10-14)

God must be the center of our lives. Everything must rotate around Him. When we get away from God we find ourselves in trouble. Commit this year to keep God first, to keep worship central in your life.
I. Seeking the Lord (14:1-8)
  A. Remove the obstacles (vs.2-5)
  B. Recognize God's blessing (vs.6-8)
II. Trusting the Lord (14:9-15)
  A. A strong enemy (vs.9-10)
  B. A stronger God (vs.11)
  C. A great victory (vs.12-15)
III. Keeping God first (15:1-19)
  A. A challenge (vs.1-7)
  B. A renewed heart (vs.8-19)
IV. Drifting from the Lord (16:1-14)
  A. Another battle (vs.1-6)
  B. Another warning (vs.7-9)
  C. A sad ending (vs.10-14)

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