Contenders: The Exaltation of Christ
March 31, 2024
Pastor Ricky Smith
Sermon Notes
I. Jesus is Lord
Philippians 2:9
Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name,
Isaiah 45:22-23
“Turn to Me, and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other. I have sworn by Myself, the word has gone forth from My mouth in righteousness and will not turn back, that to Me every knee will bow, every tongue swear allegiance.”
The Reality “Jesus is Lord” is the Single Most Impactful, Undeniable, and Unchangeable Truth.
II. Jesus Is Lord Over Everything
Philippians 2:10
…so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
Psalm 95:6-7
Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker; for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care.
III. He Will Not Be Denied
Philippians 2:11
…and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
“Jesus is Lord” Is a Truth that Can Be Denied, but it Cannot Be Undone.
Next Steps
- I confess my sin and turn to Jesus as King for the first time
- I bow my heart and confess Him as Lord of all areas in my life.
Deep Dive
- Share about the time you confessed Jesus as your Savior and Lord.
- Read Isaiah 45:22-23. What does it mean to “swear allegiance” to God?
- Why do we surrender part of our life to God and try to keep control of other areas?
Springboards
- How has your understanding of the Gospel grown during your spiritual journey?
- Read Hebrews 10:24 and discuss how we find strength in the church family to mature.
- Read Philippians 2:12-13. What does it mean to “work out your own salvation”?
