Clearbranch UMC
ClearBranch is a United Methodist Church serving the Trussville/Argo area of northeast Jefferson County, Alabama.
Our Mission is to ENGAGE people through relational ministry,
to EQUIP disciples for Christ, and
to EMPLOY their gifts through missions.
The Vision of Clearbranch UMC is Transformed Lives offering the Transforming Love of Christ
Series: Bursting with Flavor
Sermon Title: Slow and Quick at the Right Things
Primary Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23 (NRSV)
22 By contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, PEACE, PATIENCE, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against such things.
Big Idea:
Discerning development over destruction
Peace = FAITH OVER FEELING
Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)
John 14:27 (NIV)
John 16:33 (NIV)
Colossians 3:15 (NIV)
Philippians 4:7 (NIV)
Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)
3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.
John 14:27 (NIV)
27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 16:33 (NIV)
33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Colossians 3:15 (NIV)
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Philippians 4:7 (NIV)
7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Patience = WAITING AND WATCHING WITH GRACE AND CONFIDENCE
1 Corinthians 13:4 (NIV)
James 5:7-8 (NIV)
Psalm 103:8 (NIV)
1 Timothy 1:16 (NIV)
2 Peter 3:9 (NIV)
1 Corinthians 13:4 (NIV)
4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
James 5:7-8 (NIV)
7 Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near.
Psalm 103:8 (NIV)
8 The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.
1 Timothy 1:16 (NIV)
16 But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life.
2 Peter 3:9 (NIV)
9 The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
Challenge Questions:
How will you choose peace over fear this week?
How will you plant peace in the lives of others this week?
How will you watch with grace as the Lord completes His work in others?
How will you wait with patient confidence as the Lord to completes His work in you?
Worship Setlist:
Look To The Sun;
May The Peoples Praise You;
Build My Life;
Thank You Jesus;
God With Us