JUDE
Jude 1–2
Pastor William Hixson — November 30, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Amazing Grace and Trust and Obey
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jude urges believers to contend for the faith, praying for mercy, peace, and love while warning against corrupting influences and false teachers.
Jude 3–4
Pastor William Hixson — December 7, 2008
Related Hymns: Holy Holy Holy, When I Survey the Wondrous Cross and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Urgent call to defend apostolic truth; exposes intruders perverting grace into license and denying Christ, urging decisive action to preserve the church’s purity.
Jude 17–19
Pastor William Hixson — December 14, 2008
Related Hymns: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God, Amazing Grace and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Apostles’ warnings recalled; scoffers follow ungodly desires, cause divisions, and speak empty words; believers must discern, remain steadfast, and act compassionately.
Jude 20–23
Pastor William Hixson — December 21, 2008
Related Hymns: Blest Be the Tie That Binds, Be Thou My Vision and Trust and Obey
Notes About Verses or Subject: Build yourselves in faith, pray in the Spirit, keep in God’s love, show mercy to wavering believers, and rescue others with humility and discernment.
Jude 24–25
Pastor William Hixson — December 28, 2008
Related Hymns: Crown Him With Many Crowns, Great Is Thy Faithfulness and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Doxology praising God’s power to keep believers blameless and present them faultless before His glory; eternal majesty, dominion, and praise forever.
THE SEVEN SAYINGS FROM THE CROSS
Luke 23:34 — “Father forgive them…”
Pastor William Hixson — October 12, 2008
Related Hymns: Nearer My God To Thee, Rock of Ages and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus models mercy from the cross, praying forgiveness for persecutors; teaches redemptive forgiveness, reconciliation, and sacrificial love as central to the gospel.
Luke 23:43 — “Today you will be with me…”
Pastor William Hixson — October 19, 2008
Related Hymns: I Know That My Redeemer Lives, Blessed Assurance and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus promises immediate paradise to the repentant thief, affirming salvation by grace through faith and the believer’s assured fellowship with Christ after death.
John 19:26–27 — “Behold your son…”
Pastor William Hixson — October 26, 2008
Related Hymns: The King of Love My Shepherd Is, Be Thou My Vision and Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Notes About Verses or Subject: From the cross Jesus establishes a new spiritual family, entrusting Mary to John; models care, responsibility, and the church as household of faith.
Matthew 27:46; Mark 15:34 — “My God, my God…”
Pastor William Hixson — November 2, 2008
Related Hymns: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, Holy Holy Holy and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus quotes Psalm 22 expressing abandonment and prophetic lament; reveals the depth of suffering and the redemptive purpose accomplished through his passion.
John 19:28 — “I thirst”
Pastor William Hixson — November 9, 2008
Related Hymns: Nearer My God To Thee, Be Thou My Vision and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus’ cry of thirst shows real human suffering and fulfills Scripture; highlights physical agony, spiritual fulfillment, and completion of redemptive work.
John 19:30 — “It is finished”
Pastor William Hixson — November 16, 2008
Related Hymns: It Is Finished (choral), When I Survey the Wondrous Cross and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus proclaims the atonement complete; signals victory over sin, covenant fulfillment, and secured redemption, inviting faith and grateful worship.
Luke 2:49; Luke 23:46 — “Father, into your hands…”
Pastor William Hixson — November 23, 2008
Related Hymns: Abide With Me, I Know That My Redeemer Lives and Blessed Assurance
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus entrusts his spirit to the Father, modeling faithful surrender, trust in God’s care, and confident completion of his earthly mission.
ACTS
Acts 12 Overview
Pastor William Hixson — September 14, 2008
Related Hymns: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God, Amazing Grace and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Overview of Acts 12: Herod’s persecution, Peter’s imprisonment and miraculous release, and the church’s prayerful response; themes of divine deliverance and mission perseverance.
Acts 12:1–19
Pastor William Hixson — September 21, 2008
Related Hymns: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, Be Thou My Vision and Trust and Obey
Notes About Verses or Subject: Herod arrests James and imprisons Peter; the church prays and an angel frees Peter, demonstrating God’s sovereignty and protection over his mission.
Acts 12:20–23
Pastor William Hixson — September 28, 2008
Related Hymns: Nearer My God To Thee, Holy Holy Holy and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Herod’s pride leads to sudden judgment after accepting divine praise; warns against arrogance and resisting God’s rightful glory.
Acts 12:24–25
Pastor William Hixson — October 5, 2008
Related Hymns: Crown Him With Many Crowns, Great Is Thy Faithfulness and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Despite opposition, the word of God grows; Barnabas and Saul complete their mission and return, showing gospel momentum through Spirit and prayer.
Acts 11:27–30
Pastor William Hixson — September 7, 2008
Related Hymns: Blest Be the Tie That Binds, Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah and Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Notes About Verses or Subject: Prophets warn of famine; the church organizes relief for Judea, exemplifying compassion, unity, and sacrificial giving across cultural lines.
Acts 11:26
Pastor William Hixson — August 31, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Amazing Grace and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Barnabas and Saul teach in Antioch; disciples first called Christians, marking Gentile church growth and emerging identity under the Spirit’s guidance.
Acts 11:22–30
Pastor William Hixson — August 24, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Blest Be the Tie That Binds and Trust and Obey
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jerusalem sends Barnabas to Antioch; famine relief coordinated; demonstrates interchurch cooperation, leadership discernment, and mobilizing resources for needy believers.
Acts 11:19–21
Pastor William Hixson — August 17, 2008
Related Hymns: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, Amazing Grace and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Scattered believers preach to Greeks; many believe and turn to the Lord, showing gospel crossing cultural boundaries through Spirit-empowered witness.
Acts 11:1–30 (Spiritual Leadership)
Pastor William Hixson — August 10, 2008
Related Hymns: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God, Be Thou My Vision and Trust and Obey
Notes About Verses or Subject: Examines leadership in Antioch—discernment, teaching, pastoral care; highlights Spirit-led decisions, accountability, and nurturing a diverse, growing congregation.
Acts 11:1–18
Pastor William Hixson — July 20, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Amazing Grace and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Peter defends Gentile inclusion after Cornelius’ conversion; emphasizes God’s impartiality and the Spirit’s work among all peoples.
Acts 11:1–30
Pastor William Hixson — July 13, 2008
Related Hymns: Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah, Be Thou My Vision and Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Notes About Verses or Subject: Comprehensive look at Antioch’s church formation, leadership, and mission; shows gospel practice shaping identity, generosity, and outreach in new contexts.
Acts 10:44–48
Pastor William Hixson — July 6, 2008
Related Hymns: Come Holy Spirit, Breathe on Me Breath of God and Spirit of God Descend Upon My Heart
Notes About Verses or Subject: The Spirit falls on Gentile listeners as Peter preaches; baptism follows, confirming Gentile inclusion and Spirit’s sovereign initiative in salvation.
Acts 10:34–48
Pastor William Hixson — June 15, 2008
Related Hymns: Crown Him With Many Crowns, Amazing Grace and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Peter proclaims God shows no partiality; Gentiles receive the Spirit, underscoring the gospel’s universal reach and God’s surprising grace.
Acts 10:34–48
Pastor William Hixson — June 8, 2008
Related Hymns: Crown Him With Many Crowns, Amazing Grace and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Repeat teaching on Peter’s declaration and Gentile reception of the Spirit; reinforces inclusion, repentance, and baptism as signs of new life.
Acts 10:9–33
Pastor William Hixson — June 1, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah and Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Notes About Verses or Subject: Peter’s vision and Cornelius’ household conversion illustrate God breaking barriers; obedience to vision opens the church to diverse peoples.
Acts 10:9–22
Pastor William Hixson — May 25, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Amazing Grace and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Peter’s vision prepares him to meet Cornelius; divine guidance reshapes mission practice and opens unexpected recipients to the gospel.
Acts 10:9–23
Pastor William Hixson — May 11, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Amazing Grace and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Early account of Peter’s vision and journey to Cornelius; emphasizes obedience, hospitality, and God’s initiative in bringing diverse people to faith.
Acts 9:32–43
Pastor William Hixson — April 27, 2008
Related Hymns: I Know Whom I Have Believed, Amazing Grace and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Notes About Verses or Subject: Peter heals Aeneas and raises Tabitha; signs confirm apostolic authority, compassion, and the gospel’s restorative power in community witness.
Acts 9:32–35
Pastor William Hixson — April 20, 2008
Related Hymns: I Know Whom I Have Believed, Amazing Grace and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Peter heals Aeneas in Lydda; the community responds with faith, demonstrating gospel restoration and pastoral compassion.
Acts 9:26–31
Pastor William Hixson — April 6, 2008
Related Hymns: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, Amazing Grace and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Saul’s early ministry meets suspicion then acceptance; church grows in peace, highlighting transformation, reconciliation, and strengthening of the church.
Acts 9:20–31
Pastor William Hixson — March 30, 2008
Related Hymns: Amazing Grace, Crown Him With Many Crowns and Be Thou My Vision
Notes About Verses or Subject: Saul boldly proclaims Christ after conversion; despite opposition he advances the mission, showing God’s use of transformed leaders for gospel expansion.
Acts 9:10–19
Pastor William Hixson — March 2, 2008
Related Hymns: I Know Whom I Have Believed, Be Thou My Vision and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Ananias obeys God to visit Saul; healing and baptism follow, emphasizing obedience, restoration, and God’s sovereign plan for redeemed instruments.
Acts 8:8–25
Pastor William Hixson — January 13, 2008
Related Hymns: Amazing Grace, Crown Him With Many Crowns and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Notes About Verses or Subject: Philip’s ministry yields many conversions; Simon’s misguided view of Spirit’s power warns against seeking status rather than genuine repentance.
Acts 8:1–25
Pastor William Hixson — January 6, 2008
Related Hymns: Amazing Grace, Crown Him With Many Crowns and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Notes About Verses or Subject: Persecution scatters believers and advances the gospel into new regions; Spirit-empowered witness produces evangelistic fruit despite hardship.
JOHN
John 4:20–24
Pastor Tim Goossen — May 18, 2008
Related Hymns: I Know Whom I Have Believed, Trust and Obey and Amazing Grace
Notes About Verses or Subject: Jesus teaches true worshipers worship in spirit and truth, prioritizing inward devotion over external forms and emphasizing relational, transformative worship.
1 KINGS
1 Kings 3:16–28 (Easter Message)
Pastor William Hixson — March 23, 2008
Related Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah and Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Notes About Verses or Subject: Solomon’s wise judgment illustrates discernment and justice; Easter application connects wisdom to Christ’s redemptive justice and shepherding leadership.
LUKE
Luke 19:28–44
Pastor William Hixson — March 16, 2008
Related Hymns: All Glory Laud and Honor, Hosanna Loud Hosanna and Crown Him With Many Crowns
Notes About Verses or Subject: Triumphal entry and Jesus’ weeping over Jerusalem reveal his kingship and sorrow for unbelief, calling people to repentance and faithful allegiance.