July 9, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 07/09/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 6:1-7
Description:
Avg Guy: I believe you could argue that sinning is ultimately good!
SBC Host: That’s a pretty big statement. What do you mean?
Avg Guy: Well, we are saved apart from our works, right?
SBC Host: Right.
Avg Guy: And since we know that “when sin increases grace abounds all the more”… It’s obvious the law is now obsolete.
SBC Host: I’m not sur—
Avg Guy: —It’s simple: More sin equals more grace! And who wouldn’t want more grace?? Ergo, sin is good. I rest my case.
SBC Host: Careful. Your line of thinking will not end well.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us that this twisted thinking challenged the Gospel.
Man was turning grace into a license to sin — distorting the God’s Word and corrupting many in the church.
In our passage, Paul responds to these challenges to show the impossibility of such a view — using our union with Christ to show how such an idea would be simply absurd.
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July 2, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 07/02/2023
Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor
Series: 1 Peter
Key Text: 1 Peter 1:22-25
Description:
To love like Christ loves. It’s the identity marker of the church.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow continues with our study in the book of 1 Peter in which we learn that we are commanded to love others.
But it’s not always easy to love others — especially with the self-sacrificing love of Christ.
That’s because you can’t… unless, and until, you are reborn — reborn with a purified heart, through the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ.
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June 25, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/25/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 5:12-21
Description:
Avg Guy: It’s so unfair… Adam ruined everything!!
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and invites us to ponder a question that has remained with church history for 2000 years:
Why is it that we are guilty, even before we have done anything wrong ourselves?
For our understanding of this exact question forms the basis of our understanding of, not only Original Sin but, the gospel itself.
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June 18, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/18/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 5:6-11
Description:
He’s reached the end of His grace!
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans asking:
“Have you ever doubted God’s love for you?”
Many sincere Christians have… wondering if He has reached the end of His grace.
But our questioning doubts should be quenched and Gospel-filled answers, provided… when we consider the way in which God demonstrated his love in the sacrifice of His son, Jesus Christ.
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June 11, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/11/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 5:1-5
Description:
We have a great NEED — and, by His grace — a great SAVIOR.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and points to this sobering and magnificent reality that Paul has written about.
For we know that Christ saves us “by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone,” but even so, we may not yet see some of the practical results of this justification by faith alone.
In our passage, the Apostle Paul masterfully connects our theology with practical living and shows us the path that God has laid out for Christian growth.
What we’ll find is that through correct doctrine, we have the proper lens in which to view the world, especially in the face of life’s difficulties.
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June 4, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 06/04/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 4:13-25
Description:
Faith does not create… rather, it receives.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us how with Abraham, Paul provides a case study concerning faith.
Every circumstance in Abraham’s life defied the promises of God, and yet Abraham defied the circumstances… and believed God — and God credited him with righteousness.
While our story may not seem as grand, this is our story as well:
The promises of God, given; the circumstances of life attempt to defy; and yet, He is faithful. And… we believe God.
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May 28, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 05/28/2023
Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor
Series: 1 Peter
Key Text: 1 Peter 1:13-21
Description:
You call God, Father?? …Then act like it.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow shows us that THIS is what Peter exhorts to his readers in our study of 1 Peter this week.
“Do not be conformed to the former lusts which were yours in your ignorance, but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior.”
For with our eyes set on eternity, we are to imitate God’s holiness in consideration of His plan for our salvation.
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May 21, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 05/21/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 4:1-12
Description:
If there was ever any counterargument to the doctrine of Justification by Faith Alone, the Jews need only point to their forefather Abraham. After all, he was the first and great patriarch. He was even recognized as the “friend of God.” If anybody had a resume of “works” to gain justification, he did.
But, he didn’t.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us how Paul masterfully reminds the reader that the justification God provides has nothing to do with what what Abraham did, or what we do, for God. It’s about what GOD DID for Abraham… and what GOD DOES for us.
Abraham did not achieved justification by working to please God, but by believing God. It was God’s grace through Abraham’s faith that brought about his righteous state… and God purposely did all this, while Abraham was still [gasp!] uncircumcised.
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May 14, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 05/14/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 3:27-31
Description:
Now that we’re beginning to understand the truth of justification, what do we do with it?? How does it apply to our lives?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which the apostle Paul masterfully distills for us the implications of the doctrine of justification:
…humility of heart,
…unity of believers,
…and conformity to the law.
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May 7, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 05/07/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 3:21-26
Description:
Avg Guy: When it comes to justification, I have so many questions!
SBC Host: Okay.
Avg Guy: Well, for starters, WHAT IS IT?? … Is it MORE than the removal of sin?… Are we simply pardoned by God? And if so, how can God be JUST if he gives the wicked a pass and declares them as righteous?! Surely THAT would be a travesty of justice!
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows in our passage that not only does Paul address these questions, but throughout the rest of the book of Romans, he expands upon these truths.
For THIS is the heart of the gospel.
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April 30, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 04/30/2023
Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor
Series: 1 Peter
Key Text: 1 Peter 1:10-12
Description:
Church Privilege.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow continues our study in the book of 1 Peter and talks about the “privilege” we are all afforded when we follow the cross.
For as believers we possess a privilege that far exceeds wealth, opportunity, and even safety… so much so, that it motivates us to level of thankful obedience.
That privilege: having the “full picture” of the saving work of Jesus Christ.
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April 23, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 04/23/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 3:21-26
Description:
It’s the “Heart of the Gospel.”
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans to share with us what some call the most important paragraph every written — words of the most important person and most important news.
It’s the crux of Christianity. For the central and most critical point of the Christian faith is contained in this concise and precise explanation by Paul: justification by faith alone.
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April 16, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 04/16/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 3:9-20
Description:
Avg Guy: Here’s my take: Man is good… basically. But sometimes there are exceptions where — either because of circumstances or people — he becomes evil.
SBC Host: Interesting, but that’s NOT the Bible’s take.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which he shows us how the Bible paints a much bleaker picture regarding the human condition. It’s a picture of BAD NEWS: man’s inability to do anything righteous or good.
But the Bible also proclaims the contrasting GOOD NEWS of the Gospel of Jesus Christ… good news that overwhelms even the sorrowful picture of Romans chapter 3.
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April 9, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 04/09/2023, Easter Sunday
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Key Text: Matthew 27:1-26; John 3:16
Description:
How can there be some much hatred for the one Man who has never sinned?
This Easter Morning on the Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao focuses on HATE. And causes us to consider its polar opposite: LOVE.
For the trials and crucifixion of Jesus show us no greater example of the extreme chasm of these two words — these two actions — than the love of God and the hatred of men.
Jesus came to save sinners because of the great love of God.
As we look back on this day, it’s hard to imagine how one of His own disciples would betray Him. And how the crowds at His own trial would demand His crucifixion.
On one hand, we relate. For we have all experienced hate on some level.
…But, if we’re honest, when it comes to wrongdoing, we’re guilty.
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April 9, 2023
Easter Sunrise Service
Sermon Notes
Date: 04/09/2023, Easter Sunday
Preacher: David Teves, deacon
Key Text: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
Description:
He is risen! … and indeed, He is risen!
…But does it really even matter??
Happy Resurrection Sunday from Scandia Bible Church, 2023!
We want to welcome you to our Sunrise Service Sermon, as our church finds its way back, after a 4 year hiatus, to gather in its tradition for this special time at the lovely waterside home of Elder Keith Barker.
Music this morning being provided by our church family.
And our Sunrise Service message… being delivered by brother in Christ, David Teves, who will show that, indeed, the resurrection means EVERYTHING.
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Notes:
Without the Resurrection…
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- Preaching would be WORTHLESS.
- Faith would be USELESS.
- Christ would be a LIAR.
- the Cross would mean NOTHING.
- Those who have Died before us would be in RUIN.
- Following Him would be a WASTE of our time.
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April 7, 2023
Service Notes
Date: 04/07/2023, Good Friday
Description:
Avg Guy: I’ve never understood why they call it GOOD Friday?!
I mean, Jesus died on this day! It should be “BAD Friday,” right??
SBC Host: It was indeed a *bad* Friday. For Jesus — though He was innocent — was unfairly beaten, tortured, and killed. He was a beloved Teacher, Leader, Mentor, and Friend to many. So, yes, if you were there, it was a “bad” Friday.
…But three days later, that all would change.
Because it would become UNDENIABLY clear, that this Man who was unfairly beaten, tortured, and killed… did so on OUR behalf. He stood in our place, so we wouldn’t have to.
This “Bad Friday,” became GOOD… when those who realized that this beloved Teacher, Leader, Mentor, and Friend… was also the Lord God Almighty — the Creator of the Universe.
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April 2, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 04/02/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 3:1-8
Description:
Avg Guy: What’s the use of being a Jew??
SBC Host: Excuse me?
Avg Guy: Well, so far in Romans we’re learning — whether Jew or Gentile — God is impartial and judges us on the law in light of the revelation we’ve received.
SBC Host: That’s right.
Avg Guy: So then, is there any advantage to being numbered among the Jewish nation? Is the Jew still honored in some way?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which he reveals Paul’s response to this question… a response which just might surprise you.
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March 26, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 03/26/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 2:17-29
Description:
Be honest.
Have you ever felt ELITE because you were affiliated or associated with a certain group?
Perhaps it was a fraternity or sorority in college, an all-star sports team, or a select choir or drama club.
Sometimes even involvement in good things can become a foothold for pride.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and reminds us that the Jews felt a national pride that instead of fostering gratitude toward God often resulted in self-importance and sadly blinded them from seeing things in true Spirit-given light.
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March 19, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 03/19/2023
Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor
Key Text: 1 Peter 1:6-9
Description:
Rejoicing while suffering??
…How is that even possible?!
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow continues with our study in the book of 1 Peter and shows us how for the recipients of this letter, persecution and suffering was a daily experience.
And yet, Peter commended them to rejoice through it all.
For it is through trails that we prove a genuine and active faith that culminates in final salvation.
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March 12, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 03/12/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 2:12-16
Description:
SBC Host: Paul says that God is not partial.
Avg Guy: How can that be fair?! I mean, don’t you think the Jews had an inside edge with Moses and all those prophets directing them? What advantage did the Gentiles have??
SBC Host: That’s a fair question.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which find an answer to this question.
For in our passage we find the standard that God will hold man accountable to.
…And how God will account for those who have been given less.
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