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September 22, 2013 Message Two Faith

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How Faith Works

LUKE 7:1-10
DEFINITION
Faith is a ____________ to believe

THESIS: In order for believers to live in this world and not become cold skeptics we must sometimes willingly ______________ disbelief.

An Experiential Exegesis of S U SP E NDE D D IS BE L IE F

1. Suspension of disbelief is an essential element for an act 2. Suspension of disbelief is an essential component of live theater 3. Suspension of disbelief is essential for the enjoyment of movies, TV shows and stories 4. Suspension of disbelief was essential for the Apollo 13 explosion not to have been ______
Living Faith Works

T HE C E NTU R I ON
A. He was an _____________________ man B. He was an _____________________ man C. He was an _____________________ man

LIVING FAITH
Sep 29 LORDS SUPPER SERVICE Oct 6 The Dysfunction of Disconnection, Song of Solomon 1 Oct 13 Building Biblical Relationships, 1 Pet 5:5-7 Oct 20 A Theology of Friendship, 1 Sam 20 (Baptisms) Oct 27 Trusting God with Unmet Expectations, 1 Cor 7:32-35

T HE S ER V AN T
A. He was ____________________ B. He was ____________

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faith works
h o w f ai th w o r ks
1. Faith works to help the ________________ 2. Faith works toward the possible despite the ________________, 1-3 3. Faith works by paying it ______________, 4-5 4. Faith works in a context of ________________ and honor, 6-8 5. Faith works in an uncommon way to get an ______________ result, 9-10 Psalm 107:19-20 Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he saveth them out of their distresses. He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is Matt. 8:6 Lord, my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, grievously tormented. Heb. 11:1,11 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 11Through faith also Sara herself received strength to conceive seed, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised. in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

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I. WHAT FAITH REQUIRES, 1-5 A. Centurions Request, 1-3 1. For His Servant, 2 2. By His Supporters, 3 B. Elders Respect, 4-5 II. WHAT FAITH REVEALS, 6-9 A. Soldiers Reaction, 6-8 1. Confession, 6 2. Confidence, 7 3. Comparison, 8 B. Saviors Remark, 9 III. WHAT FAITH RECEIVES, 10
Outline: Luke 7:1-10

And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

Fast Facts
SUNDAY NIGHT Doctrine: The Church 5:30-7:00P.M. Junior Choir for kids K-5th grade works on the Christmas program. $1 pizza for the family afterwards in the gym! WEDNESDAY 7:00-8:30P.M. AWANA, our Bible club for kids 2yrs-6th grade. Adults will be in Psalm 134. TWITTER.COM FACEBOOK.COM @hbcbluesprings

OCTOBER 25-26 The Transforming Power of Forgiveness Conference featuring Mark and Charissa Swindoll Gaither. Friday session 7:00-9:00P.M. at Grace Church 8500 W 159th St, Overland Park, Kansas. Saturday sessions 9:00A.M.-4:00P.M. at Harvest Baptist Church, 901 NW 19th St., Blue Springs. Charissa is the oldest daughter of nationally-known pastor Chuck Swindoll. Mark has a Masters degree in Theology and edits for prominent pastors Charles & Andy Stanley, John MacArthur, and others. This conference will include joint and breakout sessions for adults and youth. Admission is $10 for adults. Youth 14-19 are free. Lunch, snacks and conference materials provided. Sign up in the lobby today or online at www.fruitofforgiveness.org

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