June 30, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/30/2024
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 13:3-5
Description:
Avg Guy: Okay… I think I’m getting this. The first two verses in Romans 13 tell us that the reason we submit to authority is because God put them there.
SBC Host: You’re getting it.
Avg Guy: And and then in verses 3 an 4, we read that He put them there for OUR GOOD.
SBC Host: Yes.
Avg Guy: But let’s admit… there ARE instances in which they’re NOT doing things for my good — because THEY themselves are NOT good — and that puts them in direct disobedience to the One who put them in power. And when THAT happens, the *submit-to-authority-thing* does not apply. Because they are breaking the contract and don’t deserve submission or honor. Right??
SBC Host: That’s a popular interpretation. But it’s not exactly what the text means.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we confront a hot passage.
It’s a passage — especially over the past few years — that has been twisted to mean something that it doesn’t. And while there are times when civil disobedience is warranted (we’ll see that later), this is not the text to support it. But rather this is a passage of God’s command to government, and what they are to ideally subscribe to.
- But what happens when what they do is not ideal?
- How, as Christians, do we work through this?
- And how do we live in a way that honors God by respecting these those that lead… while also upholding our conscience?
Listen to Sermon Podcast
Download Sermon Podcast (right click)
Discussion Guide:
Read the rest of this entry »
Comments Off on Submitting to Authority: Obedience and Conscience [Romans 13:3-5] | 
Monty Simao, Romans | Tagged: Bible, Biblical Obedience, Christian Duty, Church Podcast, Conscientious Living, discussion guide, Divine Governance, Divine Order, Faith and Politics, Fear and Punishment, God’s Servants, God’s Sovereignty, Governing Authorities, Monty Simao, Poulsbo, Respect for Authority, Romans, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast, submission to authority | 
Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 26, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 11/12/1997
Preacher: James Allen, pastor
Series: John
Key Text: John 12:29-50
Description:
Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.
Listen Now
Download Sermon (right click)
Comments Off on Classic Edition – John 12:29-50 | Classics, James Allen, John | Tagged: church, James Allen, Jim Allen, John, podcast, Poulsbo, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 23, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/23/2024
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 13:1-2
Description:
Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we are called to a sometimes challenging but crucial aspect of our faith — submitting to governing authorities.
For these words from Paul remind us that all authority ultimately comes from God, and because of that truth, our response to earthly authorities reflects our obedience to Him.
Listen to Sermon Podcast
Download Sermon Podcast (right click)
Discussion Guide:
Read the rest of this entry »
Comments Off on Living Under Authority: God’s Plan for Order [Romans 13:1-2] | Monty Simao, Romans | Tagged: Bible, Biblical Obedience, Christian Citizenship, Christian Duty, Church Podcast, discussion guide, Divine Governance, Divine Order, Faith and Politics, God’s Sovereignty, Governing Authorities, Monty Simao, Poulsbo, Respect for Authority, Romans, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast, submission to authority | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 19, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 11/06/1997
Preacher: James Allen, pastor
Series: John
Key Text: John 12:12-28
Description:
Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.
Listen Now
Download Sermon (right click)
Comments Off on Classic Edition – John 12:12-28 | Classics, James Allen, John | Tagged: church, James Allen, Jim Allen, John, podcast, Poulsbo, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 16, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/16/2024
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 12:17-21
Description:
Repay no one evil for evil; and as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Leave vengeance in God’s hands.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we confront a passage that challenges us to rise above our natural instincts and embrace a radically different way of dealing with conflict and injustice.
We’re reminded of the transformative power of responding to evil with good and showing kindness, even to our enemies.
It’s a power that in the face of wrongdoing, cultivates our hearts to seek peace and trust His justice.
Listen to Sermon Podcast
Download Sermon Podcast (right click)
Discussion Guide:
Read the rest of this entry »
Comments Off on Love Your Enemies: A Radical Approach to Adversity [Romans 12:17-21] | Monty Simao, Romans | Tagged: Bible, Christiain Response to Conflict, Church Podcast, compassion, discussion guide, Divine Justice, kindness, Love Your Enemies, Monty Simao, Overcoming evil with good, peace, peaceful living, Poulsbo, Practical Love, reconciliation, Romans, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 12, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 10/30/1997
Preacher: James Allen, pastor
Series: John
Key Text: John 11:45 – 12:11
Description:
Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.
Listen Now
Download Sermon (right click)
Comments Off on Classic Edition – John 11:45 – 12:11 | Classics, James Allen, John | Tagged: church, James Allen, Jim Allen, John, podcast, Poulsbo, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 9, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/09/2024
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 12:9-16
Description:
Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor; not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer, contributing to the needs of the saints, practicing hospitality.
…A powerful exhortation from Paul to love sincerely, to hate what is evil, and to cling to what is good. He challenges us to be devoted to one another in love, to honor others above ourselves, and to serve the Lord with zeal.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we seek God’s grace to embody these principles in our daily lives as we interact with others.
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Be of the same mind toward one another; do not be haughty in mind, but associate with the lowly. Do not be wise in your own estimation.
Listen to Sermon Podcast
Download Sermon Podcast (right click)
Discussion Guide:
Read the rest of this entry »
Comments Off on Transformative Love: Beyond Words to Deeds [Romans 12:9-16] | Monty Simao, Romans | Tagged: Bible, Christian Living, Church Family, Church Podcast, Community Relationships, Devotion to One Another, discussion guide, Genuine Love, Love in Action, love sincerely, Monty Simao, Mutual Respect, Poulsbo, Romans, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Zeal for the Lord | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 5, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 10/16/1997
Preacher: James Allen, pastor
Series: John
Key Text: John 11:1-44
Description:
Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.
Listen Now
Download Sermon (right click)
Comments Off on Classic Edition – John 11:1-44 | Classics, James Allen, John | Tagged: church, James Allen, Jim Allen, John, podcast, Poulsbo, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
June 2, 2024
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/02/2024
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 12:3-8
Description:
“A body isn’t really a body, unless there is more than one part.”
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we see Paul use the human body as a beautiful illustration to represent a healthy church
— an illustration that emphasizes the diversity of gifts and the importance of each member functioning within their God-given role… with humility, interdependence, and active participation
…in the body of Christ.
Listen to Sermon Podcast
Download Sermon Podcast (right click)
Discussion Guide:
Read the rest of this entry »
Comments Off on Think Soberly: The Call to Humility and Service [Romans 12:3-8] | Monty Simao, Romans | Tagged: Bible, Body of Christ, Church Podcast, discussion guide, Exhortation, Giving, Humility in Service, Leading, Measure of Faith, Monty Simao, Poulsbo, prophecy, Romans, Scandia Bible Church, Scandia Bible Church Podcast, service, Serving, Showing Mercy, Spiritual Gifts, Teaching | Permalink
Posted by scandiabiblechurch
Scandia Bible Church 