LIVING FOR SOMETHING GREATER
Introduction We were made to live for something GREATER yet we often settle for lesser things that cannot satisfy. A. WE CHASE RITUALS BUT WHAT WE CRAVE IS RELATIONSHIP (v. 6) “… something greater than the temple is here.” B. WE DEMAND SIGNS BUT WHAT WE NEED IS SURRENDER (v. 41) “… something greater […]
The Generation God Desires
Introduction Verse 16: “But to what shall I compare this generation?” What “this generation” means … The question before us will we be: A. A HARDENED GENERATION THAT REJECTS JESUS? OR … 1. They were foolish towards God’s ways. (vv. 16-19) 2. They failed to repent at Jesus’ mighty works. (vv. 20-24) Jesus pronounces judgements […]
SEEING CLEARLY, STANDING FIRM
Introduction When we begin to waiver … A. CALL OUT TO GOD (vv. 2–6) B. GOD HOLDS ON TO US (vv. 7–15) Conclusion Sunday Worship Songs at cefc.ch/swsNext Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 11:16–30 Next Sunday’s Speakers: Rev Kirk Tan (BPJ), Rev Tan Kay Kiong (WDL) & Rev Matthew Lo (East)
What It Takes To Be A Missional Disciple
Introduction 1. When you play a game of Monopoly … 2. Don’t drift: Get missional in life! Matthew 10 indicates to us what it takes to be a missional disciple. Three key considerations: A. YOUR CALLING MUST BE CLEAR (11:1; 10:1-15) 1. The Instructions Given (11:1) 2. The Twelve Chosen (10:1-15)– Message of Peace, Ministry […]
His Mission, Ours
Introduction His Mission, Ours A. PRAY AND ALIGN WITH GOD’S HEART (9:35-38) B. PROCLAIM WHILE TRUSTING IN HIM (10:1-15) Conclusion Sunday Worship Songs found at cefc.ch/swsNext Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 10:16-11:1 Next Sunday’s Speaker(s): Rev Edmund Chan (BPJ, WDL & East)
Our Merciful God
Discipleship Questions Question 1: How uncomfortable would you feel if today you saw Jesus being at the home of a “sinner”? Question 2: How far would Jesus’ mercy extend in today’s world? Question 3: Who will show the extent of the King’s mercy? Will you? Next Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 9:35-10:15 Next Sunday’s Speakers: Daniel Chen (BPJ), […]
Behold Our God
Introduction A. WHEN WE’RE OVERWHELMED BY STORMS — JESUS SAVES US! (8:23-27) B. WHEN WE’RE OPPRESSED BY EVIL — JESUS DELIVERS US! (8:28-34) C. WHEN WE’RE CRIPPLED BY SINS — JESUS FORGIVES US! (9:1-8) ConclusionTrust and Follow Jesus! Next Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 9:9-34Next Sunday’s Speakers: Rev Matthew Lo (BPJ), Rev Kirk Tan (WDL) & Rev […]
Kingdom Authority
Introduction Matthew 7:27-29 – If Jesus’ authority is unlimited and unmatched, how then does that change the way we follow Him? A. BELIEVING JESUS FOR HIS HEALING AND RESTORATION (vv.1-17) B. FOLLOWING JESUS ON HIS TERMS AND CONDITIONS (vv.18-22) Conclusion Next Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 8:23–9:8 Next Sunday’s Speakers: Rev Ivan Ho (BPJ), Rev Dr […]
Kingdom Choices
True faith is not about outward appearance but about choosing to obey God from the inside out, seen in: A. PATH WE TAKE (vv.13-14) B. TRUTH WE LIVE OUT (vv.15-23) C. FOUNDATION WE BUILD UPON (vv.24-27) Conclusion Next Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 8:1-22Next Sunday’s Speakers: Rev Edmund Wong (BPJ), Ps Lim Keng Yeow (WDL) & Ps […]
Next 25 Years of Transforming Lives
Introduction 1. Transforming Lives: One person at a time 2. Life of Mary Magdalene: A. DEEP TRANSFORMATION WITHIN B. FAITHFUL SERVICE WITHOUT C. PRIVILEGED WITNESS TO THE RESURRECTION Conclusion Next Sunday’s Topic: Matthew 7:13–27 Next Sunday’s Speakers: Rev Sharon Fong (BPJ), Rev Tony Yeo (WDL) & Rev Sandra Chi (East)