Disappointed with sin
Scripture: Ezra 9:1-15
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: Ezra experienced great disappointment when he heard about sin in the community. How did he deal with it?
A Community on Mission
Scripture: Ezra 8:1-36
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: To be an effective community with a mission, there are requirements to fulfill.
Being Christian in “the world”
Scripture: Ezra 7:1-28
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: Ezra is a great example of how we as followers of Christ can impact our world.
Leaving a legacy
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-10
Summary: Everyone leaves some legacy in this life? What will yours look like?
New clothes
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17
Summary: Christians wear new “clothes”, based on their new identity!
God’s Valentine (3:16)
Scripture: John 3:1-21
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: Over-familiarity with John 3:16 may make us miss the important truths of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This is a reminder!
Delayed answers to prayer
Scripture: Ezra 5:1-6:22
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: How do we deal with God not answering our prayers, giving “wrong” answers or making us wait? The returning exiles help us in this regard.
Understanding Opposition
Scripture: Ezra 4:1-24
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: Dealing with delays and opposition is a challenge for all of us, but it helps to understand where opposition comes from and where to focus.
Change is in the Air
Scripture: Titus 1:1-4
Preacher: Gerhard Venter
Summary: Foundations are important when facing storms and challenges. The Gospel provides such a foundation to our lives.