Manoa Community Church | Sermons

1. Worships God Alone (vv. 7-12)2. Anticipates Deliverance (vv. 13-18)3. Finds Christ in the Heat (vv. 19-26)

Lion Taming Faith...1. Obeys God’s Law (vv. 1-10)2. Keeps on Praying (vv. 10-18)3. Trusts in God (vv. 19-23)

The Heart of Faith...1. Embraces Anointing (ch. 16)2. Strikes Down Giants (ch. 17)3. Waits on God (chs. 24, 26)4. Worships Earnestly (Psalms)5. Builds God's House (2 Sam. 7)

Unwavering Faith...1. Listens to God (ch. 3)2. Promotes Revival (ch. 7)3. Challenges Power (ch. 15)4. Risks Everything (ch. 16)

Faith in Distress...1. Prays Earnestly (vv. 10-18)2. Keeps Your Vow (vv. 19-28)3. Anticipates Reversal (2:1-10)

Michael Davis serves as the Assistant Stated Clerk (which is kind of the like the Vice President) of our denomination, the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. In this position he provides collaborative leadership to our Gospel Priorities, including church-planting, revitalization, and global missions. Prior to joining the EPC's national staff team, he served as served as Associate Teaching Pastor for Downtown Church in Memphis, Tenn., and Adjunct Professor for Memphis City Seminary. Please welcome Michael, as he brings the Word to us today.

Mighty Faith...1. Overcomes Adversity (vv. 1-2)2. Sees Worth in Everyone (v. 3)3. Forgives Past Sin (vv. 4-11)

Israel’s Partial Savior Was...1. Miraculously Conceived (ch. 13)2. Spirit-Empowered (chs. 14-15)3. Tempted & Betrayed (16:1-22)4. Sacrificed to Save (16:23-31)

The Road to Selfless Glory...1. Unites Men and Women (ch. 4)2. Leads to Harmonious Praise (ch. 5)3. Awakens Spiritual Mothers (vv. 7, 9)

Worship Jesus As The...1. Crucified King (27:27-31, 37)2. Risen King (28:5-9)3. Cosmic King (28:16-20)

Dr. Willie L. James Jr. was born and raised in Philadelphia. As a young man, he was an amateur boxing champ. In 1985 the Lord called him from the boxing ring to fight the good fight of faith. The mission of his life is to be a Christian, disciple-making, kingdom-building Pastor, and his vision is to further the cultural mandate of Genesis 1 and the missional mandate of Matthew 28. Dr. James co-labors in ministry, with his beloved wife, Dr. Danette L. James, and he is the father of two blessed adult children.

Faith in weakness...1. Rebuilds True Worship (6:25-32)2. Lays out the Fleece (6:36-40)3. Boasts in the Lord (7)

Faith on the Margins...1. Has a Critical Vantage Point2. Is Centered on God3. Transforms Lives

Wall Defying Faith...1. Follows Faithful Leaders2. Takes Daring Risks3. Obeys God's Instructions

Faith In Deep Water...1. Stands Firm in Fear2. Exceeds Courage3. Deepens Praise

The Faith That Delivers...1. Persistently Believes2. Trusts in the Blood3. Multiplies Exponentially

FAITH CHOOSES THE...1. People of God (vv. 24-25)2. Treasure of Christ (v. 26a)3. Reward of Heaven (v. 26b)

Faithful Parents...1. Discern Changing Times2. Courageously Obey God3. Impart Faith Not Fear

Two Are Better Than One When...1. You Are At Work (v. 9)2. You Have Fallen Down (v. 10)3. You Are In The Cold (v. 11)4. You Are In A Fight (v. 12)

IN THE END GOD'S...1. Goodness Always Wins2. Promises Never Die

Pastor Joe Kim is an EPC Pastor planting HOPE PHILLY EPC. His main strategy of reaching people is by focusing on rebuilding trust between local families and the local church. He does this by focusing on community building and discipleship, not only to benefit the community but to also rebuild trust in families and the church. His ministry also reaches families, singles, young adults and children with disabilities. Joe is married to Emii and has 2 beautiful daughters, Norah and Naomi. Joe also enjoys reading, guitars, theology, all Philadelphia sports teams, and spending time with his family.

Faith for the Future...1. Wrestles with God2. Blesses with Courage3. Worships with Hope

Faith for the Future...1. Prays God’s Promises2. Invokes God’s Blessings3. Embraces God’s Sovereignty

The Lord’s Redemption Replaces1. Deserts with Blossoms (vv. 1-2)2. Weakness with Healing (vv. 3-6)3. Sorrow with Singing (v. 10)

Offer King Jesus Your Greatest1. Joy No Matter Your Journey (vv. 8-10)2. Worship No Matter Your Rank (vv. 11a)3. Gifts No Matter Your Resources (v. 11b)

The Story of Christmas tells the...1. Love of the Author2. Darkness of the World3. Glory of the Son4. Response of the Child

The Dream of Christmas1. Covers Shame & Fear (vv. 19-20)2. Bears Your Sins' Solution (v. 21)3. Delivers God to You (vv. 22-23)

His Name...1. Declares His Identity (vv. 32-33)2. Declares His Poverty (vv. 26-28)3. Declares His Ministry (vv. 31)4. Declares His Glory (vv. 33)

What were the interruptions in the Christmas story? How does God interrupt our lives today? Find out in, "Interrupting Christmas," by Pastor Stefan. This sermonette was given on our Kids Christmas Pageant Sunday.

Miracle on Temple Duty shows...1. God is in the Details2. God Hears Your Prayer3. God Can Do Anything

To Pass Faith's Greatest Test...1. Offer Up Your Dreams (v. 17a)2. Trust and Obey (vv. 17b-18)3. Consider God's Ability (v. 19)

To Honor God in Life and Death...1. Believe Far-Off Promises (v. 13)2. Speak What You Seek (v. 14)3. Desire Heaven Most (vv. 15-16)

Dr. Willie L. James Jr. was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. As a young man, he was an amateur boxing champ. In 1985 the Lord called him from the boxing ring to fight the good fight of faith. The mission for Dr. James’ life is to be a Christian, disciple-making, kingdom-building pastor, and his vision is to fulfill the mission through the cultural mandate (Genesis 1:26-28) and evangelistical mandate (Matthew 28:19-20). He has served in numerous capacities in the local church, such as Youth Pastor and Senior Pastor. Dr. James serves in ministry, with his wife of 36 years, Dr. Danette L. James, and he is the father of two blessed adult children.

A Faith That Laughs...1. Questions (Genesis 18:9–14)2. Fears (Genesis 18:14–15)3. Multiplies (Genesis 21:5-6)

OBEDIENT FAITH BEGETS...1. Going Not Knowing (v. 8)2. Living As Strangers (v. 9)3. Anticipating Heaven (v. 10)

THE FAITHFUL BUILDER...1. Heeds God's Warning (v. 7a)2. Saves Your Family (v. 7b)3. Inherits True Wealth (v. 7c)

Are you feeling God's comfort in your life? What is God's comfort? How does God comfort us? How can I find God's comfort today? Find out in, "Trust the God Who Comforts," by our guest speaker and friend Dr. Jerry Iamurri.

Faith that Pleases God...1. Believes He Exists (v. 6a)2. Walks with Him (v. 5)3. Believes He Rewards (v. 6b)

Faithful Worship to God...1. Offers Your Best Gifts (v. 4a)2. Flows From Right Motives (v. 4b)3. Still Speaks After Death (v. 4c)

Living by Faith sees...1. The Nature of Faith (v. 1)2. The Commendation of Faith (v. 2)3. The Beginning of Faith (v. 3)

1. Committed to each other’s well-being (v.24a)2. Committed to love and good works (v.24b)3. Committed to the gathering to encourage one other (v.25)

To Use Your Gifts in Church...1. Come Eager to Share (vv. 26, 39-40)2. Take Turns with Limits (vv. 27-35)3. Honor Spiritual Authority (vv. 36-38)

Pursue Love and Desire Gifts that...1. Build up the Church (vv. 1-5)2. Benefit the Hearer (vv. 6-12)3. Prioritize the Mind (vv. 13-19)4. Reach the Outsider (vv. 20-25)

Gifts Used With Great Love….1. Manifest Great Kindness (vv. 4a, 6b) 2. Quench Great Arrogance (vv. 4b-6a)3. Bear and Believe Great Things (v. 7)4. Mature to Eternal Greatness (vv. 8-13)

The Joy of the disciples in fulfilling their mission comes from...1. Witnessing the Power of God Over Satan's Kingdom (v. 17)2. The Eternal Assurance of Salvation (v. 20)

1. The Exhortation for Love (vv. 11-13)2. The Revelation in Love (vv. 14-15)3. The Inspiration to Love (vv. 16-17)

WITHOUT LOVE MY...1. Speech is Noisy (v. 1)2. Life is Nothing (v. 2)3. Giving is Wasted (v. 3)

GOD GIFTS HIS CHURCH IN...1. Variously Broad Ways (vv. 27-28)2. Uniquely Distinct Ways (vv. 29-30)3. Highly Excellent Ways (v. 31)

1. Covers Weaker Members (vv. 22-24a)2. Cares for Suffering Members (vv. 24b-26a)3. Celebrates Winning Members (vv. 26b-27)

YOUR UNIQUE SPIRITUAL GIFTS...1. Belong to the Body (vv. 15-16)2. Shape Your Service (vv. 14, 19-20)3. Expand Our Senses (vv. 17-18)