<![CDATA[RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH - Sermons]]>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:01:59 -0400Weebly<![CDATA["The Great Day of the Lord"]]>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/the-great-day-of-the-lordSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 4:1-6
Picture the Day of the Lord: A Burning Oven and a Healing Sun (4:1-3)
  • It will be a _____________ day for the wicked. (1)
    • He will _____________ those who rejected him.
      • It will be a _____________ judgment.
      • It will be a _____________ judgment.
      • It will be a _____________ judgment.
Picture the Day of the Lord: A Burning Oven and a Healing Sun (4:1-3) continued
  • It will be a _____________ day for the righteous. (2-3)
    • He will _____________ those who trusted in him.
      • We will experience perfect _____________.
      • We will experience ultimate _____________.
      • We will experience unbound _____________.
      • We will experience explosive _____________.
      • We will experience complete _____________.
Prepare for the Day of the Lord: Are You Ready? (4:4-6)
  • We must look _____________. (4)
    • Obey the _____________.
    • Do what God said, even when he seems _____________.
  • We must look _____________. (5)
    • God will be _____________.
    • God is still _____________.
  • We must look _____________. (6)
    • Fathers, are your hearts turned toward your children?
    • Children, are your hearts turned toward your parents?
  • As we look for his coming, we must keep looking at the _____________.
]]><![CDATA["A Conversation with the Complaining and the Committed"]]>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/a-conversation-with-the-complaining-and-the-committedSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 3:13-18
God Rebukes the Complaining Israelites.
  • God ___________ the Israelites with final offense. (13).
    • The Israelites have not spoken with ______________.
  • The Israelites ___________ God’s claim. (13)
    • Their question is a ___________ .
God Rebukes the Complaining Israelites. (continued)
  • God ___________ the Israelites with final offense. (13).
    • The Israelites have not spoken with ______________.
  • The Israelites ___________ God’s claim. (13)
  • God addresses their ___________ . (14)
    • Israel:
    • ___________ serving God. (14)          
    • Is ___________ with God. (14)
      • Yes. This is a sin.
        • Israel is Disillusioned. (15)
    • ___________ God’s justice.
*Translation: Israel Despised God.
 God Remembers the Committed, Righteous Remnant.
  • The righteous worship God in their speech: (16)
    • ___  God.
    • _____ one another about God. (16)
  • God listens attentively and _________ their words. (16)
  • God blesses those who __________ Him. (16)
  • Those who are faithful belong to GOD. (17)
  • God ______________ His People. (17)
 The Future of the Righteous and the Wicked.
  • God will ___________ the righteous and the wicked.
    • God will __________  the righteous as _________.
    • God will __________ the wicked as SCOFFERS.
 Self-Examination
  • Are you committed? Or are you a complainer?
  • Are you content?
  • Are in the book? (Different book).
  • Are you in the Lamb’s Book of Life.
"But nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who does what is detestable or false, but only those
​who are written in the Lamb's book of life." Revelation 21:27
]]><![CDATA["Who Owns Your Wallet?"]]>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/who-owns-your-wallet
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
​Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 3:6-12
When You Refuse to Give, You Are Robbing God (3:6-9)
  • God continues to love us because ____________ is faithful. (6)
    • We must trust his unchanging ____________.
  • God will only continue to bless us as long as ____________ are faithful. (7)
    • We must turn from unfaithful ____________.
  • God _______________ spiritual robbery. (8)
  • God _______________ spiritual robbery. (9)
When You Refuse to Give, You Are Robbing Yourself (3:10-11)
  • God promises divine _______________. (10)
  • God promises divine _______________. (11)
  • How should we give?
    • Give to God gratefully.
    • Give to God ____________. (Matt. 6:33)
    • Give primarily to your local ____________. (Gal. 6:6; 1 Cor. 9:14)
    • Give _______________. (2 Cor. 9:7)
    • Give regularly and deliberately. (1 Cor. 16:2)
    • Give _______________.
  • Why should we give?
    • We give to _______________ the leaders.
    • We give to _______________ the work.
    • We give to ____________ for the needy.
  • Should Christians tithe today?
    • There is ______ command to tithe under the new covenant.
      • Every New Testament example of giving goes ____________ the tithe.
      • “Grace giving” in the New Testament involves ____________ sacrifice than giving in the Old Testament, not less.
        • Old Testament believers had to calculate how much to ____________.
        • New Testament believers must decide how much to ____________.
    • This is a helpful _______________, not a legalistic mandate.
      • ____________ your giving with 10% to your church.
        • This is the “floor” of giving.
      • ____________ your giving with greater percentages according to your excess.
        • There is no “ceiling” on giving.
When You Refuse to Give, You Are Robbing Others (3:12)
  • Notice what the world will say…
    • If you honor God with your money, they will say that God has shown you _____________.
  • Notice what the world will see…
    • If you honor God with your money, they will see that our God is _________
]]><![CDATA["Where Is the God of Justice?"]]>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/where-is-the-god-of-justiceSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 2:17-3:5
​The God of Justice Hears Criticisms of His Justice and Grows Tired (2:17)
  • The priests had grown tired of worship.
  • God had grown tired of the people’s ______________.
    • Prayer is when you complain about ______________ to God.
    • Grumbling is when you complain about ______________ to others.
  • The Jews didn’t need justice… they needed ______________!
The God of Justice Will Send His Messenger and Suddenly Appear in His Temple (3:1)
  • The Lord will send a messenger to prepare for his ______________.
    • This messenger was ______________.
      • He would command the people to ______________ from sin. (Matthew 3:1-2)
      • He would call the people to ______________ to the Lord. (Luke 1:16-17)
      • He would challenge the people to bear spiritual fruit. (Matthew 3:7-10)
  • The Lord will serve as a messenger to enact a new ______________.
    • This messenger was ______________.
      • He promised the covenant through the prophets.
      • He fulfilled all the demands of the covenant in His ______________.
      • He suffered the penalties of the covenant in His ______________.
      • He secured the blessings of the covenant through His resurrection.
      • He announced the covenant at the _____________________.
      • He applied the promises of the covenant by the ____________________.
The God of Justice Will Deal With Sin on His Timetable (3:2-5)
  • His coming is imminent, not immediate. (1)
    • It will be an _____________________ coming…
    • It will be to an _____________________ people…
    • It will be to an _____________________ nation…
    • It will be an _____________________ judgment…
    • Because He is the _____________________ God…
  • Everyone will be accountable for his sin. (2)
  • He will ______________ His people so they can serve the Lord. (2-4)
  • He will ______________ those who never feared the Lord. (5)
The God of Justice Came in the Person of Jesus Christ
  • No one can truly accuse God of being ______________.
    • Every person’s sin will be dealt with…
      • Believers’ sins were dealt with at the ______________.
      • Unbelievers’ sins will be dealt with in ______________.
    • What God’s justice demanded, God’s ______________ provided!
  • Because of Jesus, God is both just and the justifier of the one who has ___________ in Jesus.
]]><![CDATA["The Mangling of Marriage"]]>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/the-mangling-of-marriageSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 2:10-16
The Faults of Mixed Marriages (2:10-12)
  • Malachi confronts and condemns mixed marriages.
    • The issue is not racial, but ________________.
    • The issue is not ethnicity, but ________________.
  • The willful destruction of marriage is a ________________ sin. (10)
  • Marrying unbelievers ________________ God’s holiness. (11)
  • Bringing idolatry into the family of God deserves God’s ____________. (12)
    • The Lord judges what you do at ____________ house…
    • By what you do at ____________ house.
The Faithlessness of Failed Marriages (2:13-14)
  • The pain caused by our sin ________________ our attempts to worship. (13)
  • Self-righteous excuses will not work with God. (14)
    • He was a witness to the marriage.
    • He was a witness to the abandonment of the wife of your youth.
      • She was your ________________.
      • She was your wife by ________________.
The Fracture of Broken Marriages (2:15-16)
  • God ____________ marriage. (15)
    • He makes the two into ____________.
    • He united the couple by his ____________.
    • He desires the family to raise ____________ children.
  • God ____________ divorce. (16)
    • Divorce breaks the heart.
    • Divorce destroys relationships.
    • Divorce splits the family.
    • Divorce hurts the children.
  • We must ____________ ourselves to protect our marriages. (15-16)
    • Don’t feed the ____________.
      • Never let your mind entertain ________________.
      • Let grievances go. Repent and forgive often.
      • Don’t seek emotional intimacy ________________ the marriage.
    • Saturate in the ________________.
    • Cultivate _____________________.
      • Carve out time for conversation.
      • Never stop dating your spouse.
    • Keep your vows ________________.
      • On your finger…
      • In your home…
      • Before your kids…
The Faithful God of the Perfect Marriage
  • No matter your failures, Christ is ________________.
  • No matter your faults, Christ is ________________.
]]><![CDATA["Pulpit Crimes"]]>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/august-24th-2026Sermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
​Sermon Scripture:  ​Malachi 2:1-9
The Peril of the Pulpit
  • God will ____________ his blessings from ministers who refuse to honor his name.
  • God will ____________ ministers who refuse to teach and obey his word.
    • He may physically remove them from ministry.
    • He will publicly disgrace them.
      • They will lose their _________________.
      • They will lose their _________________.
The Peril of the Pulpit continued
  • God will ____________ his blessings from ministers who refuse to honor his name.
  • God will ____________ ministers who refuse to teach and obey his word.
  • The principle: Teachers will be held to a _________________ judgment.
  • The lesson: God hates ministerial _________________.
The Pitfalls of Failing Priests
  • They failed to ____________.
  • They failed to have a heart for the ____________ of God.
  • They failed to _________________ what they preached.
  • They failed to teach _________________.
  • They caused many to _________________.
The Portrait of a Faithful Priest
  • The true minister must have a _________________ for the glory of God. (5)
    • Do you tremble in his presence?
    • Do you stand in awe of his name?
    • Do you have a heart for his glory?
  • The true minister must be faithful to ____________ the Word of God. (6)
    • A faithful minister of the Word must be a faithful _________________ of the Lord.
    • He will teach what is ____________.
    • People will seek him for ____________.
  • The true minister must ____________ with God.
    • In his speech…
      • No ____________ talk.
      • No ____________ talk.
    • In his life…
      • Peace- He will walk with godly character before ____________.
      • Uprightness- He will walk in godly conduct before ____________.
      • A pastor's private walk gives weight to his public words.
  • The true minister will lead others to _________________.
    • He will plead with people to turn from their worthless ____________.
    • He will point people to trust in a worthy _________________.
]]><![CDATA["Worthless Worship For A Worthy King"]]>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 01:20:02 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/august-16th-2026Sermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series: Malachi
Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 1:6-14
The Case Against Worthless Worship (1:6-8)
  • They trivialized the _______________ of God. (6)
  • They disregarded the _______________ of God. (7)
    • The people traded God's word for the wisdom of the world.
    • They traded God's purity for the pleasures of the world.
    • They traded God's acceptance for the applause of the world.
  • They missed out on the _______________ of God.
​The Consequences of Worthless Worship (1:9-11)
  • Worthless worship leads to _______________ prayer. (9)
  • Worthless worship leads to _______________ praise. (10)
    • God would rather have _______ worship than ___________ worship.
    • God prefers a _______________ church over a _______________ church.
  • Worthless worship leads to _______________ mission. (11)
    • God will find other worshipers among the nations who will honor him.
      • God desires to be seen as glorious among his people.
      • God deserves to be seen as great among all nations.
  • If Israel would turn away from their God…
  • God would turn toward the Gentiles.
The Curse of Worthless Worship (1:12-14)
  • God ____________. (12)
  • God ____________. (13)
    • Going through the motions turns worship into a ____________. (12-13)
    • Half-hearted worship makes serving God feel like a ____________.
    • Worship that does not truly rejoice in God will be _______________ by God.
  • God ____________. (14)
    • Those who despise God’s worship will be _______________. (14)
      • God will be _______________, not endured.
      • God will be _______________, not tolerated.
    • If we don’t repent of corrupt worship, the Lord will turn to bless others who will be faithful.
The Cure for Worthless Worship
  • When worship becomes wearisome…
    • Look at the Great ____________.
  • When serving becomes sinful…
    • Trust in the Unblemished ____________.
]]><![CDATA["Loved and Chosen By Grace"]]>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/loved-and-chosen-by-graceSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series:  Malachi
Sermon Scripture:  Malachi 1:1-5
What God Did Before You (1:1-2)
  • He ______________ his love.
    • Like a loving ______________, God loved Israel. (Hosea 11:1)
    • Like a faithful ______________, God loved Israel. (Isaiah 54:5)
    • Like a loyal Friend, God loved Israel. (Exodus 33:11)
    • Like a good ______________, God loved Israel. (Psalm 23)
    • Like a caring Vinedresser, God loved Israel. (Isaiah 5:1-7)
What God Did Before You (1:1-2) ​continued
  • He ______________ his love.
  • He ______________ his love.
    • He ______________ Jacob.
      • It was an ______________ love.
      • It was an _________________ love.
      • It was a ______________ love.
      • It was a ______________ love.
    • He ______________ Esau.
      • God ______________ them.
      • God will continue to oppose them.
      • They will be given up to wickedness.
      • God will be angry with them ______________.
What God Did Because of You (1:3-4)
  • His ______________ love was proven. (3)
    • When Israel sinned, he ______________ them.
    • When Edom sinned, he ______________ them.
      • God’s judgment on Edom was a call to ______________.
      • Edom ignored God’s judgment and tried to ______________.
  • His ______________ love was proclaimed. (4)
    • When Israel asked, “How have you loved us?” God pointed to Edom.
    • When Christians ask, “How have you loved us?” God points to the ______________.
What God Will Do Beyond You (1:5)
  • God’s love should inspire ______________ worship.
    • Election is meant to make us ______________.
    • Election removes ______________.
    • Election eliminates entitlement.
    • Election kills ______________.
    • Election eradicates self-reliance.
    • Election causes us to ______________ God.
  • ● God’s love should empower ______________ witness.
    • Because he loves us, we should savor his goodness.
    • Because he loves us, we are strengthened by his grace.
    • Because he loves us, we must ______________ his glory to the world.
]]><![CDATA["Introduction to Malachi"]]>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/introduction-to-malachiSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series: Malachi
​Sermon Scripture: Malachi 1-4
Primary Information for Starters…
  • “Malachi” = “My _________________.”
  • Time period: Around 460-400 B.C.
  • Historical setting: Postexilic Jerusalem
    • He lived during the administrations of Ezra and __________________.
    • He prophesied around the same time as Haggai and __________________.
  • Main Theme: The Lord is faithful to His covenant and requires faithfulness from his covenant people.
  • Malachi speaks with two different tones:
    • He preaches as a stern _______________.
    • He preaches as a compassionate ______________.
Practical Advice for Study…
  • Contains six disputes between the Lord and His people regarding their covenant disloyalty, each following a similar pattern:
    • The Lord _______________ the people.
    • The people _______________ the Lord.
    • The Lord responds to the people.
  • Consider three main ideas from these disputes:
    • 3rd and 4th dispute: How we treat _______________.
    • 2nd and 5th dispute: How we treat _______________.
    • 1st and Last dispute: How we treat _______________.
  • Compare the sins described in Malachi with Ezra 9-10 and Nehemiah 13.
  • Concludes with expectation of a coming _________________ of the covenant.
Outline of the Book
  • Dispute #1: Doubting God’s Love (1:1-5)
    • The Biblical Question: “How have you loved us?"
    • Modern Translation: “If God loves me, why is my life so _______________?"
  • Dispute #2: Dishonoring God’s Name (1:6-2:9)
    • The Biblical Question: "How have we despised your name?"
    • Modern Translation: "Does God really care if I just give Him my _______________?"
  • Dispute #3: Profaning God’s Covenant (2:10-16)
    • The Biblical Question: "Why do we profane the covenant of our fathers?"
    • Modern Translation: "Does God actually care what I do in my _______________ life?"
  • Dispute #4: Questioning God’s Justice (2:17-3:6)
    • The Biblical Question: "Where is the God of justice?"
    • Modern Translation: "Why does it seem like the _______________ guys are winning?"
  • Dispute #5: Robbing God’s Storehouse (3:7-12)
    • The Biblical Question: "How are we robbing you?"
    • Modern Translation: "Do I really have to give God control of my _______________?"
  • Dispute #6: Despising God’s Service (3:13-4-6)
    • The Biblical Question: "What profit is it that we keep his charge?"
    • Modern Translation: "What is the point of doing the right thing if I still _______________?"
]]><![CDATA["The Treasure Hunt"]]>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/the-treasure-huntSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series: ​Proverbs Summer Series
Sermon Scripture:  Proverbs 2:1-22
​If You Want Wisdom, You Must ______________ It (2:1-5)
  • Do you humbly ______________ God’s Word?
  • Do you diligently ______________ God’s Word?
  • Do you attentively ______________ to God’s Word?
  • Do you submissively ______________ God’s Word?
  • Do you desperately ______________ to know God’s Word?
  • Do you eagerly ______________ the truth of God’s Word?
​ If You Seek Wisdom, God Will ______________ It (2:6-10)
  • Don’t miss the source…
    • True wisdom is knowing and fearing God…
    • But that wisdom can only be found by searching the ______________.
  • Don’t miss the recipients…
    • Biblical wisdom is given to the upright.
    • God stores up wisdom for his ______________.
  • Don’t miss the twist…
    • You have to seek wisdom like a treasure…
    • Yet the wisdom is given by ______________.
  • Don’t miss the point…
    • Wisdom is not earned…
    • But God rarely gives wisdom to the ______________.
If You Choose Wisdom, God Will ______________ You (2:11-19)
  • Wisdom will protect you like a ______________.
  • Wisdom will guide you like a ______________.
  • Wisdom will watch over you like a ______________.
    • You will be protected from ______________ men.
    • You will be delivered from the ______________ woman.
If You Walk in Wisdom, God Will __________________ You (2:20-22)
  • For those who persist in wickedness, God has prepared __________________.
    • The wicked will be _____________.
    • The righteous will _____________.
  • For those who pursue God’s righteousness, God has provided _____________.
    • Jesus carefully listened to His Father.
    • Jesus perfectly fulfilled the covenant.
    • Jesus completely __________________ immorality.
    • Jesus willfully __________________ our salvation.
      • Because of Jesus, God will always _____________ us.
      • Believe in Jesus, and you will always _____________ with him.
]]><![CDATA["Wisdom the Street Preacher"]]>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/wisdom-the-street-preacherSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series: Proverbs
​Sermon Scripture:  ​Proverbs 1:20-33
Where Does Wisdom Cry Out? (1:20-21)
  • God’s wisdom is great for ________________ study.
  • God’s wisdom is good for the ________________ square.
    • Wisdom applies to ________________ life.
    • Wisdom applies to ________________ life.
To Whom Does Wisdom Speak? (1:22)
  • The __________.
  • The __________.
  • The __________.
What Does Wisdom Say? (1:23)
  • Wisdom pleads with us to __________.
  • Repentance unlocks revelation.
    • Until you admit you __________ God…
    • You will never truly __________ God.
  • Wisdom comes from the Spirit and the __________.
    • The Spirit __________________ the word to be written.
    • The Spirit __________________ the word to be understood.
Why Does Wisdom Preach? (1:24–27)
  • The fool responded ______________.
    • God’s invitation was ignored.
    • None of God’s advice was accepted.
    • They refused to listen to instruction.
    • They rejected God’s warning.
  • Judgment will come like a __________.
    • If you laugh at Wisdom, one day Wisdom will laugh at you.
    • God will not be mocked.
  • You will reap what you __________.
    • Seek wisdom __________.
    • Don’t __________.
The Warning Wisdom Gives (28-33)
  • If you wait too long, it will be too __________.
  • If you will not learn, you will remain __________.
  • If you look to the Lord, you will __________ from him.
  • If you will listen, you will __________.
    • Complacency will __________ you. (Thinking you have everything under control).
    • Anxiety will _____________ you. (Panicking that everything is out of control).
    • Only Christ can _____________ you. (Realizing that everything is in His control).
]]><![CDATA["Falling Among Thieves"]]>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:23:44 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/falling-among-thievesSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
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Sermon Series: Proverbs 
Sermon Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19
The Beauty of Godly Authority (1:8-9)
  • Wisdom must first be taught in the ____________.
  • God’s basic school for teaching children how to live is the ____________.
  • The responsibility to teach God’s word falls on ____________ parents.
  • The primary job of parents is to teach their children to ____________ God.
  • Children are to submit to their parents’ teaching.
    • Do not rebel against your parents' instruction while you are ____________ at home.
    • Do not forsake your parents’ teaching after you ____________ their home.
  • Children who do not forsake their parents’ teaching will receive a great ____________.
The Bait of a Bad Community (1:10-14)
  • Notice the traits of the wicked…
    • They are self-centered.
    • They ____________ others.
    • They are ____________.
  • Notice the tendency of our own hearts…
    • We grow unhappy when things don’t go our way.
    • We become ________________ to the pain of others.
    • We seek fulfillment in material things rather than finding our contentment in ____________.
  • Notice the tactics of the world…
    • They use the power of ____________ pressure.
    • They offer the belonging of a ________________ community.
  • Remember these tips for wisdom:
    • Filter your ____________. (Proverbs 12:26; Proverbs 17:17)
    • Your companions form your ____________. (Proverbs 27:17)
    • Walk ____________. (Proverbs 13:20)
The Blindness of a Greedy Heart (1:15-19)
  • Kill sin ____________.
  • Don’t be a ____________ brain.
  • Sin is ____________.
  • Payday will come ________________.
    • Your sin may not find you out ________________.
    • Your sin will find you out ________________. (Gal. 6:7-8)
The Better Offer of the Gospel
  • Jesus is the truly perfect ____________ who obeyed his Father.
    • He ____________ in wisdom.
    • He is the wisdom of ____________.
  • Jesus is the truly innocent ____________ who suffered at the hands of greedy men.
  • Jesus is the truly generous ____________ who rescued his people from death.
    • He took the punishment that thieves deserve so that thieves like us could be forgiven.
    • He gives us a ________________ that cannot be bought.
    • He gives us a new ________________ to which we belong.
      • The church does not entice us to sin.
      • The church spurs us on to love and good deeds.

]]><![CDATA["The Beginning of Wisdom"]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/the-beginning-of-wisdomSermon Notes are available to follow along below, or for download here.
Sermon Notes
Sermon Series:  Proverbs
Sermon Scripture:  Proverbs 1:1-7
​Primary Information for Starters…
  • "Proverb” = “________________”
  • ________________ wrote most of Proverbs.
  • Foundational Passage: Proverbs 1:1-7.
  • Major themes:
    • Attain wisdom and reject ___________.
    • Walk in righteousness and avoid ___________.
Practical Advice for Study…
  • Read a ________________ of Proverbs a day.
  •  Overall structure…
    • Preface (1:1-7)
    • Introduction (1:8-9:18)
    • Proverbs of Solomon I (10:1-22:16)
    • Sayings of the Wise I (22:17-24:22)
    • Sayings of the Wise II (24:23-34)
    • Proverbs of Solomon II (25:1-29:27)
    • Sayings of Agur (30:1-33)
    • Sayings of Lemuel (31:1-31)
  • Reminders about proverbs…
    • __________________.
    • Practical.
    • ___________________.
    • Variety of literary techniques.
    • Not guarantees, but ___________________.
    • Good advice, but not exhaustive.
  • The goal of wisdom literature is to ___________ the Word to practical living.
  • ___________ is the wisdom of God (see 8:22-31).
The Beginning of Wisdom (1:1-7)
  • The Purpose of Wisdom: Skill for Living (1-3)
    • Wisdom is ___________. (1)
    • Wisdom is correction and understanding. (2)
    • Wisdom is the knowledge of ___________ and __________. (3)
  • The Pupils of Wisdom: The Simple and the Scholar (4-6)
    • Wisdom is for both ___________ and _________.
    • Wisdom is for the ___________________ and the ___________________.
      • Wisdom is gaining discernment for the simple. (4)
      • Wisdom is obtaining guidance for the wise.
  • The Principle of Wisdom: Submission to the Sovereign God (7)
    • Wisdom starts with ___________________.
    • Salvation is found in the ___________________.
    • Scripture leads us to the ___________________.
    • The Savior requires ___________________.
]]><![CDATA["A Faithful Minister and Final Greetings"]]>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:37:58 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/a-faithful-minister-and-final-greetingsSermon Notes are available for you to follow along below, or for download here.
Sermon Notes
Sermon Series:  Ephesians
​Sermon Scripture:  Ephesians 6:21-24
An Update on Ministry: Are You Willing to be Transparent with the Body of Christ? (6:21)
  • Two powerful questions:
    • ___________ are you doing?
      • How are you struggling?
      • What has the Lord been teaching you through His word?
      • How is your prayer life?
      • How is your giving?
      • How can I pray for you?
An Update on Ministry: Are You Willing to be Transparent with the Body of Christ? (6:21)
  • Two powerful questions: (continued)
    • ___________ are you doing?
    • ___________ are you doing?
      • Are there steps of obedience you know you need to take right now?
      • Are there any victories in your life we can celebrate?
      • How are you working out your faith in everyday life?
      • Who are you intentionally investing in?
      • Is your schedule aligned with your spiritual priorities?
An Unsung Hero: Are You Willing to Serve for the Glory of Christ? (6:21-22)
  • Tychicus…
    • He was a beloved ______________.
    • He was a faithful ______________.
    • He was a spiritual ______________.
A Unified Greeting: Has the Gospel Increased your Love for the Church? (6:23)
  • Verse 23 speaks to the ____________ church. “Peace be to the brothers…”
  • Verse 24 speaks of the ______________ church. “Grace be with ALL who love our Lord Jesus…”
    • Because of Jesus…
      • We have ____________ with God.
      • We have ____________ for God.
        • Faith is the ____________.
        • Love is the ____________.
      • We have ____________ from God.
    • The conclusion…
      • We give all ____________ to God!
Undying Love: Will You Persevere by the Grace of Christ? (6:24)
  • True salvation will produce a love that ____________.
  • It’s not just “once saved, always saved.” Eternal security is only half the teaching!
    • We are called to _______________ in the faith…
    • He has promised to _______________ us by his grace!
]]><![CDATA["Praying Always"]]>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.riverviewbaptistcalhoun.com/sermons/praying-always
Sermon Notes:  Are not available today, sorry for the                                           inconvenience!
Sermon Series:  Ephesians
​Sermon Scripture:  Ephesians 6:18-20
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