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		<title>March 7, 2010: Matt. 25:14-30</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 25:14-30
In Matthew 25:14-30 Jesus teaches His disciples that living alertly results in faithful stewardship of God&#8217;s grace by telling a parable in three acts. 

Act I: &#8220;The Master&#8217;s Gift&#8221;
The master entrusts his wealth to his slaves according to their own ability (vv. 14, 15). 
Act II: &#8220;The Slaves&#8217; Stewardship&#8221;
The slaves work [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/03/07/march-7-2010-matt-2514-30/</link>
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		<title>February 28, 2010: Matt. 25:1-13</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 25:1-13
In Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus speaks a parable in which He compares and contrasts two groups of bridesmaids as He teaches His disciples that another way of waiting alertly for His return (v. 13) is to be prepared. 

All the bridesmaids are alike in many ways.

They all were virgins attending to the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/02/28/february-28-2010-matt-251-13/</link>
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		<title>February 21, 2010: Matt. 24:42-51</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 24:42-51
In Matthew 24:42-51 Jesus speaks two parables that illustrate two characteristics that should mark our lives as we wait for His return. 

The parable of the thief teaches us we must be on constant alert for Jesus&#8217; coming (vv. 42-44).
The parable of the faithful and evil slaves teaches us we must [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/02/21/february-21-2010-matt-2442-51/</link>
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		<title>February 14, 2010: Matt. 24:29-41</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 24:29-41
In Matthew 24:29-41 Jesus continues His Olivet Discourse by revealing two broad facets of His Second Coming. 

The second coming of Christ is marked by certain events that reveal God&#8217;s glory.

The darkening of the skies (v. 29).
The appearance of the Son of Man (v. 30a).
The mourning from all the tribes (v. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/02/14/february-14-2010-matt-2429-41/</link>
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		<title>February 7, 2010: Matt. 24:1-28</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 24:1-28
As Matthew 24 opens we find Jesus turning His back on the temple and everything for which it stands (v. 1), confirming its destruction (v. 2), and responding to two questions asked by the disciples (v. 3). In 24:4-28 Jesus answers the disciples 2nd question by describing the events (&#8220;birth pangs&#8221;) [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/02/07/february-7-2010-matt-241-28/</link>
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		<title>January 31, 2010: Matt. 23:37-39</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 23:37-39
In Matthew 23:37-39 Jesus closes His final public address with three statements that reveal God&#8217;s intentions for the rebellious nation of Israel and give us instruction concerning how we should act toward those who are rebellious against Christ.

Jesus laments over Israel&#8217;s rebellion (v. 37).
Jesus prophesies of Israel&#8217;s judgment (v. 38).
Jesus promises [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/01/31/january-31-2010-matt-2337-39/</link>
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		<title>January 24, 2010: Matt. 23:13-36</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 23:13-36
In Matthew 23:13-36 Jesus pronounces seven woes on the scribes and Pharisees that reveal to us four characteristics of the life and ministry of false teachers. 

False teachers live and teach a false gospel.

By shutting the door to the kingdom (the first woe, v. 13).
By teaching disciples their own religion (the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/01/24/january-24-2010-matt-2313-36/</link>
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		<title>January 17, 2010: Matt. 23:1-12</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 23:1-12
In Matthew 23:1-12 we see Jesus contrasting two types of spiritual leaders. 

False spiritual leaders will:

Claim their own authority (vv. 1, 2).
Ignore their own teaching (v. 3).
Lack compassion for those they teach (v. 4).
Seek praise from men (vv. 5-7).


True spiritual leaders will:

Humbly point to Christ in their work, not to themselves [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/01/17/january-17-2010-matt-231-12/</link>
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		<title>January 10, 2010: Matt. 22:41-46</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 22:41-46
In Matthew 22:41-46 Jesus lovingly challenges the Pharisees&#8217; notion of the Messiah by asking them four questions. 

What do you think about the Messiah (vv. 41, 42a)?
Whose son is He (v. 42b)?
How does David (the father who should be greater than his son), inspired by the Spirit, call his son &#8220;Lord&#8221; [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/01/10/january-10-2010-matt-2241-46/</link>
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		<title>January 3, 2010: Matt. 22:34-40</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 22:34-40
In Matthew 22:34-40 Jesus responds to the lawyer&#8217;s question concerning the greatest commandment (vv. 34, 35) with a three-part answer. 

The greatest commandment is to love your God with all your being (vv. 37, 38).
The second is like it, to love your neighbor as yourself (v. 39).
All of Scripture hangs on [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2010/01/03/january-3-2010-matt-2234-40/</link>
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		<title>December 27, 2009: Matt. 22:23-34</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 22:23-34
In Matthew 22:23-34 we are shown another challenge to Jesus&#8217; authority and we find three components of the interchange between the Sadducees and Jesus. 

The interchange includes a question by the Sadducees.

An unbelievable situation (vv. 22-27).
An unbelieving question (v. 28).


The interchange includes an answer by Jesus.

You have led yourselves astray:

By not [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2009/12/27/december-27-2009-matt-2223-34/</link>
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		<title>December 20, 2009: Rom. 13:1-7</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Rom. 13:1-7
In Romans 13:1-7 Paul gives two commands concerning our responsibilities toward governing authorities. 

Everyone must submit to the governing authorities.

Because all authority is established by God (v. 1).

To resist authority is to oppose God’s law (v. 2a).
Those who oppose God’s authority will receive condemnation (v. 2b).


Because rulers are ministers of God.

They [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2009/12/20/december-20-2009-rom-131-7/</link>
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		<title>December 13, 2009: Matt. 22:15-22</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 22:15-22
In Matthew 22:15-22 we are shown three acts of a plot to trap Jesus into condemning Himself. 

The plot is conceived by the Pharisees (v. 15).
The plot is carried out by the Pharisees’ disciples and some Herodians.

False flattery is bestowed (v. 16).
A trick question is asked (v. 17).


The plot is commandeered [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2009/12/13/december-13-2009-matt-2215-22/</link>
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		<title>December 6, 2009: Matt. 22:1-14</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 22:1-14
In Matthew 22:1-14 we find the parable of the marriage feast and we are shown four acts of rejection as God repeatedly offers His grace in His Kingdom. 

Israel rejected the Kingdom because they were unwilling to repent and believe (vv. 1-3).
Israel rejected the Kingdom and killed the prophets because they [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2009/12/06/december-6-2009-matt-221-14/</link>
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		<title>November 29, 2009: Matt. 21:33-46</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pastor Rob Davis: Matt. 21:33-46
In Matthew 21:33-46 we hear Jesus teach the parable of the wicked tenants and gracious land owner and we learn 8 truths about the kingdom of God. 

God cares for and provides everything needed for the Kingdom to produce fruit (v. 33).
God is long-suffering with the inhabitants of His Kingdom (vv. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://sermons.gracecommunitybiblechurch.net/2009/11/29/november-29-2009-matt-2133-46/</link>
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