Most of us face financial challenges and decisions perhaps several times in our lifetime. If we have retirement funds we understand the concept of earning a good return on the money we invest. In this Offertory message we will consider that the greatest return we can ever realize is that of eternal life through Jesus Christ. We will consider several relevant scriptures that will help make this very clear.

The very fact that God expects and commands that we overcome sin should tell us that it is possible! We can’t do it alone, but we aren’t alone if we serve God!

NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 27, 2024: Why do we keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread? An underlying lesson is that we must be separate from the world in which we live—a world of disobedience and sin. But there is more involved for us to understand in this regard.

NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 27, 2024: The process of Christian conversion changes the way that we understand life. Conversion places life in the context of God’s purpose, causing us to see our own lives through His perspective. When taken to heart, this process changes everything, guiding us to confidently improve our way of life.

NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 23, 2024: The USA is drowning in debt, and yet we live in one of the most prosperous times of human history. What causes this? How does this relate to our offerings we give?

An age-old question! The accusations are many, and the following answers have been offered: It was the Jews, the Pharisees, the Sadducees and the scribes, the chief priests, Judas Iscariot, the mob, the Romans, Pilate, Satan, God the Father, and Jesus Christ Himself. But has the main culprit been overlooked? Whom did Christ and the early disciples and apostles, such as Paul and Peter, blame for the crucifixion?

NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 20, 2024: Most of us have, at some point in our careers, gone through a review of our past year’s work performance. For true Christians, we should be looking at our spiritual performance on a daily basis, but especially prior to taking the Passover. In this sermonette, we will consider several Scriptures that can assist us with this process and help us draw ever closer to God.

NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 20, 2024: Jesus Christ sacrificed His life so that all mankind can have the opportunity for salvation. Without His sacrifice, we would be doomed to condemnation, with death as the penalty for our sins. Fortunately, the blood of Jesus Christ washes away our sins to redeem us.

The sermon discusses how to Internalize the nine characterizations of the fruit of the spirit to keep sin out to facilitate being counted worthy of keeping the Passover.