HOLY WORSHIP II: APPROACHING GOD II
Introduction Recap: The overall preaching structure for the book of Leviticus In Leviticus chapters 1-3, we looked at the first three types of offerings (burnt, grain and fellowship), which were voluntarily given by the Old Covenant People of God in their worship of God. These gave us a picture of our God as the Holy […]
Holy Worship 1: Communal Worship
Introduction A thematic focus on communal worship Two foundational reminders — that we are to worship God … Reverently and gratefully Personally and individually Two Key Aspects on Communal Worship: A. WHY GOD REQUIRES OUR COMMUNAL WORSHIP It was why He delivered His people (Exo 3:12; 4:23) It was how God relates to […]
COSTLY WORSHIP: Completely Worth it
Introduction: Costly WorshipThree examples of costly worship in Leviticus 1-3. … Completely Worth It! Three reasons why YHWH is worthy of worship: A. YHWH IS MAJESTY B. YHWH IS MERCY C. YHWH IS MAGNIFICENT Conclusion: Rethinking Worth 1 Peter 1:18-19 At the “heart” of worship. Next Week’s Topic: Leviticus 1 […]
HOLY WORSHIP I: Approaching God
Introduction 1. Overview of Leviticus 1-3 2. What are these offerings all about? A. THE BURNT OFFERING: THE GOD WHO IS ALL DESERVING (LEV 1) B. THE GRAIN OFFERING: THE GOD WHO IS ALL PROVIDING (LEV 2) C. THE FELLOWSHIP OFFERING: THE GOD WHO IS ALL WELCOMING (LEV 3) ConclusionDraw […]
Overview of Leviticus
Introduction Our holy God has made a way for us to draw near to Him! A. BY SACRIFICING FOR ALL OF US (chapters 1–16) B. BY SANCTIFYING ALL OF LIFE (chapters 17–27) Conclusion Next Week’s Topic: Leviticus 1 to 3 OverviewNext Week’s Speakers: Rev Tan Kay Kiong (BPJ), Rev Tony Yeo (WDL), Rev […]
God’s Red Packet
“God is our greatest blessing and He calls us to go forth in being a blessing to others around us.” We can be a blessing by B.L.E.S.S.#1 Beginning with Prayer #2 Listening to Others #3 Eating with Others #4 Serving Others #5 Sharing Our Story Conclusion Let’s go forth to […]
The Exodus And The Holy God-Encounters
Introduction 1. Exodus and the holy God-Encounters! 2. Nehemiah 9:9-12 captures the God-Encounters in three fantastic snapshots: A. ENCOUNTERING GOD AS OUR BONDAGE BREAKER (v.9) “You saw the affliction of our fathers in Egypt …”(v.9a) God’s Assurance: “In Your Bondage, I Will Deliver You!” B. ENCOUNTERING GOD AS OUR WONDERFUL PROVIDER (v.9) “And heard their cry at […]
The Tabernacle and the Holy Presence of God
What’s the significance of God wanting the Tabernacle?It shows that: A. GOD WANTS TO DWELL AMONG HIS PEOPLE“… that I may dwell in their midst.” (Exo 25:8) B. GOD WANTS TO MEET WITH HIS PEOPLE“There … I will meet with you” (Exo 25:22) ConclusionJesus tabernacled with us. God dwells among us and wants […]
THE COVENANT AND THE HOLY PEOPLE OF GOD (Discipleship Foundations from Leviticus – Part 2)
Introduction The covenant is foundational for discipleship today because … How does the covenant define God’s relationship with His holy people, both then and now? A. THE COVENANT DETERMINES OUR IDENTITY IN GOD B. THE COVENANT DENOTES OUR CALLING UNTO GOD ConclusionThe covenant demands a response! Next Week’s Topic: The Tabernacle as God’s Holy Place […]
THE LAW OF OUR HOLY GOD (Discipleship Foundations from Leviticus – Part 1)
Introduction Why is the Law still necessary for our spiritual journey today? A. IT REVEALS WHO GOD IS TO OUR WORLD B. IT REVEALS WHAT GOD HAS DONE FOR OUR WORLD Conclusion Next Week’s Topic: The Covenant as God’s Relationship with His Holy People Next Week’s Speakers: Ps Lee Da-Win (BPJ), Rev Sharon Fong (WDL) […]