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The Story of the Bible

February 3, 2020August 13, 2017 by Travis Agnew

The Word The Story of the Bible (Rom. 1:1-6) The Bible is not a collection of disconnected, moralistic stories. It is the one overarching story of how the cross of Christ will rescue a fallen people. Outline God created the heavens and the earthMankind rebelled trying to prove their worthSin escalated to the shedding of bloodGod’s wrath displayed in the form of a floodYet one was blessed to be a blessingA nation promised, a Messiah comingA people rescued out …

For the Bible Tells Me So

February 3, 2020August 6, 2017 by Travis Agnew

The Word For the Bible Tells Me So Ezra 7:1-10 Similar to our context, Ezra the scribe lived in a time when the Word of God had been neglected. How are we to reorient our lives to what the Bible teaches? Karl Barth’s greatest theological truth: Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so. Our prayer …

Mercy Is Free But Never Cheap

February 3, 2020July 30, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart Mercy Is Free But Never Cheap 1 Chronicles 21:1-22:1 King David’s sin brought about consequences for the entire nation. While God did provide mercy, it had a significant cost. Our own sin has cost us, and the only hope is in the sacrifice of another to pay the penalty. Sin’s Responsibility (1 Ch. 21:1-6) God may …

When Goliath Is Yesterday’s News

February 3, 2020July 23, 2017 by Travis Agnew

When Goliath Is Yesterday’s News1 Chronicles 20:4-8 After God’s Own Heart: When Goliath Is Yesterday’s News (1 Chron. 20:4-8) – When David was king, his followers killed giants even larger than Goliath and it wasn’t even that significant of an event. Giant slaying leaders develop giant slaying followers. The Original Giant-Killer Israel put their hope in King Saul the tall until Goliath …

Broken Bones

February 3, 2020July 16, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart Broken Bones (2 Sam. 11; Ps. 51) When King David was supposed to be winning a battle on the field, he stayed home and lost a battle within his heart. Sin can start with being at the wrong place at the wrong time. CAUGHT (2 Samuel 11-12) Sin can start with being at the wrong place …

Traveling Companions [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 9, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence Psalm 1 Point of Connection: The best way to follow God is walking beside others who are going in the same direction. Dangerous Relationship Progression From Psalm 1 Walk in the counsel of the wicked Stand in the way of sinners Sit in the seat of scoffers Those who are closest to me must be closest …

Broken Bones [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 8, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence 2 Samuel 11-12; Psalm 51 CAUGHT (2 Samuel 11-12) Sin can start with being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Our vulnerability can often come from a lack of accountability. Sin can be covered temporarily by an additional sin or eternally by an unconditional Savior. No amount of coverup will ever be able to …

Pray God’s Word [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 8, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence Ps. 145:14-18 All Scripture is inspired by God. Psalms are inspired for God. Psalms exist because we do not know how to speak to one so glorious. When we pray Scripture, we are not led by our feelings but guided by truth. Using the day of the month, pray through that psalm or an increment of …

Reserved Seating [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 7, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence 2 Samuel 9; cf. Rom. 5 The King’s Pursuit (2 Sam. 9:1-5) The king was more concerned with keeping his promise than he was securing his protection. Grace seeks out those who are unqualified to give them what is undeserved. Grace finds us hiding helplessly in barren places. The Servant’s Response (2 Sam. 9:6-8) Being discovered by …

Memorize God’s Word [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 7, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge – Convergence – 2017 Ps. 119:9-11 Why Memorize God’s Word? ◦9 – keeps me from impurity ◦10 – keeps me from wandering ◦11 – keeps me from sinning •I will memorize Scripture as much as I hate sin. •We must discipline our minds to have the Bible accessible even when the Bible is not available. •Scripture memory positions me …

Worship by the Book [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 6, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence 2 Samuel 6 Theme for the Day: Point of Truth We are not called to justify our opinions but to obey his commandments. The people of God learned how to worship God from those who did not know God. We are called to obey the Word – not imitate the world. It is a dangerous thing …

Read God’s Word [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 6, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence Psalm 19 The Convergence. Two paths. Choose one. •In order to follow God, you need to know where he is going. •You discover God’s ways by studying God’s Word. •“Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness.” 1 Tim. 4:7 •Spiritual disciplines are not meant to make you more liked by Jesus but to make you more …

Teach Me Your Paths [Fuge 2017 Nashville]

June 19, 2020July 5, 2017 by Travis Agnew

TEACH ME YOUR PATHS Convergence – Fuge 2017 1 Sam. 13:8-14; Ps. 25:4-5 Flag Football – Your talent can take you places where your character can’t keep you. Sin can start by refusing to wait on God’s timing which leads to disobeying God’s commands. When we believe we have earned what has been given, we will ultimately take what has …

Reserved Seating

June 19, 2020July 2, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart Reserved Seating (2 Samuel 9) David showed kindness to disabled Mephibosheth by carrying him to the king’s table. Seated with the King of kings, our brokenness is hidden and God’s favor is restored. The King’s Pursuit (2 Sam. 9:1-5) The king was more concerned with keeping his promise than he was securing his protection. Grace seeks …

This Is the House That God Built

February 3, 2020June 25, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart This Is the House That God Built (2 Sam. 7) David wanted to honor God by building him a house, but God had a greater house of which David could never build. The greatest work of our lives will not be what we do for God but what God has done for us. The King’s Plan …

Worship by the Book

February 3, 2020June 18, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart Worship by the Book (2 Samuel 6) When David returned the ark to Jerusalem, he learned how God takes worship very seriously. We can’t worship God if we neglect the Word of God. Worship Commenced The people of God learned how to worship God from those who did not know God. We are called to obey …

Traveling Companions [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 16, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Reserved Seating [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 15, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Pray God’s Word [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 15, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Worship by the Book [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 14, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Memorize God’s Word [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 14, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Search Me [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 13, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Fuge 2017 – Convergence Psalm 139 Theme for the Day: Point of Inception God is all-knowing, all-present, all-powerful, and all-holy. All-Knowing (Ps. 139:1-6) God is intimately aware of every single one of my actions, thoughts, and words. The infinitely knowing God is intimately familiar with me. God’s detailed investigation of me is comforting and convicting. All-Present (Ps. 139:7-12) I can …

Read God’s Word [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 13, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Teach Me Your Paths [Fuge 2017 Charleston]

June 19, 2020June 12, 2017 by Travis Agnew

There’s Always Somebody Taller

February 3, 2020June 11, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart There’s Always Somebody Taller (1 Samuel 17) Israel put their strength in King Saul the tall until Goliath the taller came around. In the battle against a giant, never forget the greater story of which we are a part. Disclaimer: The story of David and Goliath is not about how you need to be brave regarding your …

God Notices Nobodies

February 3, 2020June 4, 2017 by Travis Agnew

After God’s Own Heart God Notices Nobodies (1 Samuel 16) David was the least likely to become king but God set him apart for this task. While man judges the external qualities, God judges the internal worth. The Setup Major theme of the Bible: God’s plan is for God’s people to live in God’s place under God’s rule. In Samuel’s time, …

The Exposed Places

June 19, 2020May 28, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Biblical Blueprint: The Exposed Places (Neh. 4:10-14) In every home, there are exposed places for danger to enter. We must identify where they are, build up the walls, and fight against combative tactics. Nehemiah’s Context God’s people had lived in exile due to their sin, but God was gracious to allow them to return home. Ezra led the people to …

Here I Am [Isaiah 6]

June 19, 2020May 24, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Isaiah 6 Preached at One Church – Fairview Baptist Church, Greer, SC – May 24, 2017 Main Points We don’t see God as exalted until we have been humbled. Holiness by comparison seems promising until one encounters the LORD. You are not truly experiencing the presence of God if you believe that you deserve to be there. The most dangerous …

Teach Your Children Diligently

June 19, 2020May 21, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Biblical Blueprint Teach Your Children Diligently (Deut. 6:4-9) The Problem While the church provides important spiritual environments, the most critical spiritual environment is the one in which you live. You are called to be the primary evangelists and disciple-makers of your family. “Do as I say and not as I do” will not work in discipleship. It’s difficult for an hour-long …

Suitable Helper

June 19, 2020May 14, 2017 by Travis Agnew

In marriage, you are meant to be a suitable helper for your spouse. Suitable Helper Genesis 2:4-25 Alive and Yet Alone Mankind is the only creation that was made in the image of God (Gen. 1:27). Out of all his creations, God reckoned that only one of them was not good – Man. “It is not good that the man …

Unless the LORD Builds the House

June 19, 2020May 7, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Psalm 127 3/4 of those raised in the church are no longer in the church after their freshman year of college. With 16 million Southern Baptists, we will decrease to 4 million in 1 generation. In order just to maintain status quo, each Southern Baptist must reach 3 people for Christ. It currently takes 43 Southern Baptists to reach 1 …

Until Every Need Is Met

June 19, 2020April 30, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Until Every Need Is Met Titus 3:12-15 Christianity was founded upon what Jesus gave and yet we have turned church into what we get. The tendency in church can be to give as little as possible. Instead of showing minimal generosity, we should see how we can sacrificially give until every need is met. We have been shown God’s …

Stirring Up Division

June 19, 2020April 23, 2017 by Travis Agnew

4/23/17 – Titus: Stirring Up Division (Titus 3:9-11) In our striving for church unity, we must avoid majoring in the minors. God’s Word teaches us how to maintain unity and deal with those who stir up division. Avoid Divisive Arguments (Titus 3:9) We must discern the difference between truths, trends, and traditions. Truths are the unchanging, unbending doctrines of God clearly …

Christ Have Mercy

June 19, 2020April 16, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Christ Have Mercy (Titus 3:1-8) – We will never do enough good works to earn God’s favor. Our only hope for salvation is if Christ shows us mercy. Objection #1: I’ve Been Hurt by the Church (Titus 3:1-2) The local church should be a force for good within the community. We should make it difficult for others to hate the message because …

Passover

April 8, 2023April 14, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Matthew 26:17-30 As we remember the sacrifice of Jesus, never forget that God is able to pass over our sins because Jesus was the perfect substitute. Perfect Substitute – The lamb must be without blemish (Ex. 12:5; cf. Heb. 9:14). How much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify …

Working While Waiting

June 19, 2020April 9, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Working While Waiting (Titus 2:11-15) People tend to drift to either passively waiting on Christ’s return or actively working while ignoring his return. We are to show zeal in our work while we wait. Salvation (Titus 2:11) The grace of God appeared. It was not summoned, warranted, or earned. Salvation by grace knows no concept of merit. Sanctification (Titus 2:12) The gospel will produce godliness. God’s grace enables us to say “no” to …

On the Clock

June 19, 2020April 2, 2017 by Travis Agnew

On the Clock (Titus 2:9-10) – While we are on the clock vocationally, we are also on the clock missionally. Even if your job isn’t in the ministry, you are in the ministry. The concept of slavery in biblical times is extremely different from slavery in modern times. Old Testament teaching regarding the positive treatment of slaves was countercultural at the time. During the time of …

The Multigenerational Church

January 3, 2022March 26, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Churches are prone to segregate groups by ages. The biblical example is quite different by modeling multigenerational relationships.

All Talk

June 19, 2020March 19, 2017 by Travis Agnew

All Talk (Titus 1:10-16) – Many can profess doctrinal clarity but few can practice ethical purity. As believers, we cannot be all talk in our commitment. All talk Christians can profess doctrinal clarity but unable to practice ethical purity. Satan’s strategy is to get you to doubt, deny, and then defy God’s Word. False teachers are used by Satan to entice those within the Church since those outside the Church are already deceived. …

Order in the Church

June 19, 2020March 12, 2017 by Travis Agnew

Titus 1:1-9 Churches can easily drift from the biblical mandate. God’s Word provides specific directions to bring order within a church family. God wants his church discipled. I serve God; I’m sent by God – not the other way around. Election can either become a nuisance, an avoidance, or an obsession. The most foundational element of election is being in …

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