Florida Coast Church (PCA) - Pompano Beach, Florida - Praising, Learning, Loving
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In the conclusion of his case against humanity, Paul demonstrated that all are under sin, which is why all need the redemption that is only in Christ.Av Larry Trotter
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Salvation is not a matter of racial identity or religious privilege but of true righteous, which comes through the gospel.Av Larry Trotter
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Although God gave humanity up to our sins, he also gave up his Son for our sins.Av Larry Trotter
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Romans 1:16-17 – The Righteousness of God
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The gospel is the power of salvation for all who believe because it reveals the righteousness of God that is by faith from first to last.Av Larry Trotter
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Paul began his letter to the Romans by explaining the gospel of God and its purpose to bring about the obedience of faith among the nations.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel ends on a sad but hopeful note with Saul killed and David waiting in the wings, but even David and the rest of the kings of Judah were preparation for the ideal Messiah King.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 27-29 – Desperation, Downfall, and Salvation
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The opposite results of David's and Saul's desperate measures hold lessons about how to live in the world while not being of the world.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 24-26 – Deliver Us From Evil
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Three incidents in the life of David illustrate the principle that believers should not pay evil for evil but overcome evil with good while trusting the Lord and letting his hand save.Av Larry Trotter
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God sent his unique Son in human flesh to be the propitiation for sins, Savior of the world, and life for all who believe.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 22-23 – Christs and Antichrists
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God's continued rescuing of David from Saul show that God always reserves a remnant of his people and ultimately saves his anointed one from death.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 21-22 – Desperation and Provision
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While David used desperate and even deceptive means of escape, God provided for him because of his grace and faithfulness.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 20 – The Covenant Difference
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As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 18-19 – The First Antichrist
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Although the first anointed king tried to kill the second one, the Lord protected his anointed, as he always does.Av Larry Trotter
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One of the best known stories of the Old Testament is not only about David and Goliath but also about the Lord and the Champion to come.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 16 – God Looks on the Heart
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After the Lord rejected Saul as king, he chose a man with a heart oriented toward the Lord.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 15 – Obedience and Sacrifice
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In response to King Saul’s second major error and his excuse, Samuel famously declared that to obey is better than sacrifice.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 13-14 – Faith and Foolishness
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Saul’s two acts of foolishness contrasted with his son’s two acts of faith, and they changed the course of history.Av Larry Trotter
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God's choice of Saul to be Israel's first king anticipated the eventual arrival of the coming King and also Christians' royal calling.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 8 & 12 – Careful What You Wish For
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The Israelites’ demand for a king is a good reminder to us to trust in the Lord, the only one who can profit and deliver.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 5-7 – The Lord Fights for Us
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When the ark is captured, the Lord goes into exile for his people and fights their enemies. When his people repent, he gives them the victory.Av Larry Trotter
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The loss of the Ark from Israel anticipated the way of approaching God through Christ and also warns against faith that is merely outward conformity.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 3:1-4:1 – The Return of the Word
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After a time of little communication with his people, God spoke again through his prophet Samuel, and he has spoken most clearly through his own Son.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 2:12-36 – The Intercessor
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The chief priest could not control his wicked sons, so God removed them all and raised up the one who could intercede between humans and himself.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Samuel 1:1-2:11 – Let the Restoration Begin!
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After the dismal failures of Israel during the time of the judges, the restoration began with the birth of a son to a barren woman.Av Larry Trotter
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2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 – Faith that Works
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Disorderly members can wreck a church, but a firm and loving response by other members can save them and the church.Av Larry Trotter
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2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 – Stand Firm
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After relating terrible events that must happen before Christ’s coming, this text leaves believers with a simple message - Stand Firm!Av Larry Trotter
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2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 – God’s Evident Grace
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The Thessalonian Christians show us what it looks like to live out God’s grace under persecution.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 25:31-46 – Sheep and Goats
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Although not exactly a parable, the judgment scene that concluded Jesus' public teaching in Matthew brings together important themes of his parables of the kingdom.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 22:1-14 – Come to the Banquet
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The Parable of the Banquet illustrates the various responses to the generous invitation of the King.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 21:28-46 – What do you think?
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Two parables directed against the religious leaders indicated why they would lose their management of the kingdom, and why others would take their place.Av Larry Trotter
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The early church produced several creeds that continue to exercise great influence over what Christians believe about Jesus Christ to this day. (Here is an accompanying presentation.)Av Larry Trotter
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To be ready for Jesus' coming, we need to be doing what he has already told us to do.Av Larry Trotter
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Although we work for the growth of the kingdom, it grows mysteriously in ways that we cannot understand or control.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 20:1-16 – That’s Not Fair!
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The parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that entering the kingdom of God is not about our work but God’s generosity.Av Larry Trotter
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Four short parables point to the surpassing value of the kingdom of God and the need to find it now.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 13:31-35 – From Smallest to Greatest
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Although the Kingdom of God started imperceptibly small, it will cover and fill the whole earth.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 13:24-30,36-43 – Seeds and Weeds
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The parable often called the Wheat and the Tares gives hope that one day all will be made right.Av Larry Trotter
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Matthew 13:1-23 – Do you hear what I hear?
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This first parable from Matthew provides the key to understanding all the parables and to entering the kingdom of God.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 – Speaking, Listening, Growing
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Christians need to learn to speak with joy, listen with discernment, and grow in grace.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 5:12-15 – How to Treat Leaders and Everyone Else
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In a brief burst of practical instructions, we learn how to treat church leaders, other church numbers, and everyone else.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 – The Day of the Lord
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The Day of the Lord comes like a thief in the night but not for those who live in the light.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 – Snatched Up
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Although Christians will grieve the loss of loved ones, we have two solid reasons for hope.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 – Die Climbing
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No matter how long we have been Christians, we can always keep growing more and more in purity and love.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 – Dying and Living Together
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If we invest in making disciples, our lives become bound up with theirs to die and live together.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 – Faithful Ministers
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The Thessalonian believers followed the good example of their faithful ministers.Av Larry Trotter
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1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 – A Worthy Example
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The church in Thessalonica not only followed worthy examples but also became one itself.Av Larry Trotter
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The same joy that the first disciples experienced upon seeing Jesus again is available to us.Av Larry Trotter
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Psalm 127-128 – The Lord Builds the Family
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These two psalms together provide a biblical view of the family.Av Larry Trotter
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Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.Av Larry Trotter
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In the triumphant conclusion of Exodus, God filled his dwelling and led his people, which he does today in a much greater way.Av Larry Trotter
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