Darebin Presbyterian Church

1. The Cries of Jesus (14:32-40)We see Jesus as never before: distressed, troubled, sorrowful“Abba Father” (Mark 1:11, Romans 8:15)“All things are possible for you, take this cup from me” (Isaiah 51:17, Psalm75:8, Jer 25:15-16)“Not what I will but what you will” (v.36)We see our failure in their failureApplication: Can you see Jesus – truly like us but not?(Hebrews 2:14-18; 4:15-17)2. The Conviction of Jesus (14:41-52)Cometh the hour, cometh the Son of man (v.41)The ultimate betrayal (v.45)They flee because Jesus won’t fight (v.50, cf.v.27 and Zech 13:7)The Scriptures must be fulfilled (Isaiah 53:7)The obedient Son is our Saviour (Hebrews 5:7-9)Application: Can you trust Jesus – our champion?

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Two types of offerings at the temple The rich out of their abundance The poor widow out of her lack Widows had some support in Israel – Deut. 14:29 (temple tithes); 24:19-21 (gleanings) Jesus commends the widow’s love and faith She gives to God what is God’s (12:13-17) She sees beyond this life into the next (12:18-27) She loves God with all she has (12:28-34) She honours God more than herself (12:35-40) True generosity comes from believing the gospel Love of the God who saves you and gives you all you have Love God first, not ourselves Love God out of thankfulness. Love God who gives you all you have Faith in the God who is powerful and can provide for you God makes our generosity powerful God can provide for us, even in death Generous with money, time, talents and other treasure (possessions) TIP: Read “The Cheerful Giver” by Des Smith for more encouragement on generosity.

1. What’s most important?2. Question: What’s at the heart of God’s law? (28) Matthew 23:23-243. Answer: Love! (29-33)- Love sums up the law (29-31)- Love God – the response to monotheism (29-30) Deut. 6:5-6- Love of others – the response to God’s holiness (31) Lev. 19:18- Love is the most important thing (32-33)- 1 Sam. 15:22; Isa. 1:11; 66:2; Jer. 22:3; Mic. 6:8; Zech. 8:16; Matt. 7:12; Gal. 5:6, 13-15; Rom. 13:8-10; James 2:84. The Kingdom is love-shaped (34)- God’s love gets us in- Kingdom people love in return John 14:15; 1 John 4:10; 5:3; 2 John 6; 1 Corinthians 13:4-75. Cultivating Kingdom Love at DPC- Pursue delight in God – grow your love of God- Embrace loving community – seek the good of others- Seek the good of our neighbourhood – be open and generous

Staycation #1 - The Trinity and Prayer

Jesus shares his joyReceiving the divine joy that delights (John 15)Join the vine – connect to Jesus by faithRemain in the vine – obey Jesus to live out your status as his belovedBe nurtured by the gardener – know a full joy despite the pain, temptations and distractions of lifeThe Trinity and joy: Father = source; Son = sharer; Spirit = sustainer.Pursue delight in God through growing your faith in himTurn to the Word (Psalm 119:105; John 6:68; 17:13-14; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)Prayerful dependence (John 16:24; Philippians 4:6)Celebrate grace (Ephesians 1:3-6; Colossians 3:16; 2 Corinthians 4:15)Receive comfort from the Holy Spirit (John 14:16-17; Romans 8:15-17)Commit to Christian community (Acts 2:42; 1 Thessalonians 5:14; Hebrews 3:12-13; 10:24-25)

1. “The minister wants to baptise our baby!”2. God’s salvation plan consists of a series of covenants— A biblical covenant is a solemn agreement between two parties with blessings and curses attached (Deuteronomy 29; Genesis 9:8-11; Genesis 17:3-11)— There is one covenant of grace administered differently across time (Genesis 15:6; Galatians 3:6-18; Jeremiah 31:31-32)— God has provided covenant signs to symbolise and guarantee his promises—- Noahic = Rainbow; Abrahamic = Circumcision; Mosaic (Old) = Circumcision and Passover and more; New = Baptism and the Lord’s Supper2. Baptism replaced circumcision as a sign of belonging to the people of God – Colossians 2:11-12; Romans 4:9-12- Both point to the same reality- Both are a rite of initiation- Baptism entails an expansion of who receives the sign- There is no command to stop giving the covenantal sign to children- Not everyone who receives covenant signs is saved (Romans 2:28-29; 4:9-11; 9:6-8; Hebrews 6:4-6)- The children of Christians are viewed as insiders not outsiders (1 Corinthians 7:12-14)4. How do we respond?Parents: Let’s do a baptism or thanksgiving spot for your childEveryone: Let’s welcome the children of believers as young disciplesRESOURCESWhy Do We Baptize Infants? – a booklet (32 pages) by Bryan Chapell- A brief summary of the key arguments.How Our Children Come to Faith – a booklet (28 pages) by Stephen Smallman- A brief and thought-provoking book that will encourage parents in their efforts to disciple their children. He speaks of conversion as the point when a regenerate person personally takes hold of Christ by faith.Covenantal Baptism – book by Jason Helopolous.- Great explanation of covenants and baptism and God’s kindness! Helpful on baptism in general but also for those wondering about baptising the children of believers.What is Coventantal Baptism – article by Gabriel D- A brief article on an apologetics website which gives a good overview of covenantal baptism.https://trinityapologetics.com/covenantal-baptism/ Why You Should Remember Your Baptism – article by Christopher David- A great article from Gospel Coalition, India on how baptism is an ongoing means of gracehttps://in.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/road-goes-ever-on/why-you-should-remember-your-baptism/Getting Baptised at DPC – paper by Adam Humphries- A summary of DPC’s position and how to work towards baptism.https://darebinpc.elvanto.com.au/file/87d97797-3114-4671-95bd-7fadd0808ada/Bringing You Child to God at DPC - paper by Adam Humphries- An overview of options for your child: baptism or a thanksgiving spothttps://darebinpc.elvanto.com.au/file/ff359bec-492a-42c6-ba96-2ca860773369/

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