Encounter Church

The Lord’s Prayer

Sermon Date: May 1, 2022

Series: The Sermon On The Mount
Title: The Lord's Prayer
Scripture Focus: Matthew 6:5-15

Speaker: Michael Boehm

Notes:

Big Idea: Pray sincerely to your Heavenly Father.

1.) The motive for our prayers. (Matthew 6:5-8)

2.) The model for our prayers. (Matthew 6:9-13)

3.) The measure for our prayers. (Matthew 6:14-15)

Good Works!

Sermon Date: April 24, 2022

Series: Building God's Kingdom Today
Title: Good Works!
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:14-16

Speaker: Michael Boehm

Notes:

Big Idea: God builds His kingdom through our good works.

13 "Good Works" Scripture References:
Ephesians 2:10
1 Peter 2:12
Colossians 1:10
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
Hebrews 13:20-21
1 Timothy 6:18
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Titus 2:11-14
2 Corinthians 9:8
2 Timothy 2:21
Galatians 6:10
Luke 6:27, 35
Hebrews 10:24

1.) We are to be eager to do good works!

2.) We are to encourage one another to do good works.

3.) We are to expect our good works to bring glory to God.

4.) God builds His kingdom through our good works.

Believe!

Sermon Date: April 17, 2022

Series: (Topical Easter Sermon. Not part of a series)
Title: Believe!
Scripture Focus: John 20 and 21

Speaker: Michael Boehm

Notes:
1.) Hope in our grief. (John 20:11-18)

2.) Peace in our fear. (John 20:19-23)

3.) Assurance in our doubt. (John 20:24-31)

4.) Assurance in our doubt. (John 20:24-31)

Values, Gifts, And Other Cool Stuff

Sermon Date: April 10, 2022

Series: Building God's Kingdom Today
Title: Values, Gifts, And Other Cool Stuff
Scripture Focus: Ephesians 4:11-16 

Speaker: Bill Reynolds

Notes:

Values
1.) What stirs up righteous anger inside of you?
2.) What brings you the most happiness or joy?

Gifts
1.) What do I enjoy doing the most?
2.) What do I do that seems to have the most impact on other people?
3.) What do I secretly believe I can do, but I've just never tried?
4.) What's something other people tell me I'm good at?

Purpose In Life

Series: Building God's Kingdom Today
Title: Purpose In Life
Scripture Focus: Matt. 4:19 & Eph. 2:8-10 

Speaker: Dan Horton (Visiting pastor from Grace Fellowship)

Notes:

1.) God has made us with purpose in life.
 a.) Our main purpose is showing Christ to others. (Building the Kingdom of God)
 b.) We are mirrors that reflect God

2.) Our problem: We don’t live with meaning and purpose.
 a.) Our painful experience define how we live now.
 b.) We love comfort and pleasure more than living with purpose

3.) One big takeaway: What do you want people to remember you for?

Giving for God’s Glory

Sermon Date: March 27, 2022

The Sermon On The Mount Series
Title: Giving for God’s Glory
Scripture Focus: Matthew 6:1-4

Speaker: Andy Sabaka (Visiting pastor from Grace Fellowship)

Notes:

Big idea: In your personal righteous, seek the praise and glory of God more than you crave the applause of people.

1.) The context of righteousness.

2.) Are we seeking the praise of others?

3.) Are we slipping into self-adoration?

4.) Are we seeking the approval and glory of the Father?

Our Father’s Love

Sermon Date: March 20, 2022

The Sermon On The Mount Series
Title: Our Father's Love
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:43-48

Speaker: Michael Boehm

Notes:

Big idea: Our love shows the world we are children of our Heavenly Father.

1.) Love intentionally like our Father. (Matthew 5:43-45a)
- Leviticus 19:18
- Proverbs 25:21
- Exodus 23:4-5

2.) Love intentionally like our Father. (Matthew 5:43-45a)

3.) Love without discrimination according to our Father. (Matthew 5:45b-47)

4.) Love conforms our hearts to our Father. (Matthew 5:48)

5.) Our love shows the world we are children of our Heavenly Father.

Revenge

Sermon Date: March 13, 2022

The Sermon On The Mount Series
Title: Revenge
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:38-42

Speaker: Michael Boehm

Notes:

Big idea: Be all right with being wronged.

1.) Personal revenge is not our place. (Matthew 5:38)
- Proverbs 20:22

2.) Choose not to retaliate. (Matthew 5:39)
- Romans 12:17-21
- Proverbs 6:32

3.) Repay evil with good. (Matthew 5:39-42)
- 1 Peter 2:21-24

I Give You My Word

Sermon Date: March 6, 2022

The Sermon On The Mount Series
Title: I Give You My Word
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:33-37

Speaker: Bill Reynolds

Notes:

Looking at our words. How valuable is your word?
It’s ok as long as not too much
3 parts

1. Doing for God what we promised  v33
2. Understanding swearing  vv34-36
3. Our word  vv37

Application for Today
Make your word your bond.
If you say you are going to do it, then do it

1. Are there any triggers that cause you to make a vow you cannot keep?
     a. Fear
     b. Disappointing others
2. Is there a pattern to look out for? 
     a. I’ve done it, but actually starting right then
     b. “I forgot”
3. Who are you around? 
     a. If you feel its necessary to not speak truth around them, should you be?
4. Understand the value of a vow
     a. Like saying “Sorry” all the time robs the value of apology
     b. Using “Love” for many thing robs the value of the sentiment
5. Understand the promise
     a. As Jesus promises us our salvation and security in Him we should view our vows in the same light
     b. Think through a promise before you make it. Ensure

Kingdom Faithfulness

Sermon Date: February 27, 2022

The Sermon On The Mount Series
Title: Kingdom Faithfulness
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:27-32

Speaker: Michael Boehm

Notes:

Big idea: Jesus' faithfulness is our only hope for faithfulness.

1.) Acknowledge that sexual faithfulness begins in the heart.  (Matthew 5:27-28)
- Proverbs 6:27-29
- Proverbs 6:32
- Hebrews 13:4

2.) Go to extreme measures in guarding your own heart.  (Matthew 5:29-30)

3.) The heart of God is pursuing reconciliation to remain faithful.  (Matthew 5:31-32)