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 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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March 5, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 03/05/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 2:1-11
Description:
The false gospel of moralism. It’s a perennial problem within the church.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us this problem has less to do with the changing generations and more to do with the sin that plagues the human heart.
In our passage Paul cuts through the weeds of moralism to expose the coming judgment of God.
For God’s judgment brings reward to the believer… but ought to strike terror in those who are trusting in their own goodness.
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February 26, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 02/26/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:24-32
Description:
To those who “abandon” Him, He “abandons” them… and gives them over to the consequences of their own sin.
Today on the Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us that this is one of the ways in which God’s wrath is revealed.
When man demands life on his own terms, God essentially says,
“Have it your way.”
…And without God’s restraint of sin, there is no limit to man’s depravity.
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February 19, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 02/19/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:18-23
Description:
SBC Host: Have you every questioned what happens to the poor native who never hears the gospel, never meets a Christian, or never reads the Bible?
Avg Guy: Yes! I’ve had that question for a long time. Will God judge that person??
SBC Host: You’re not alone in wondering this… Especially when we consider that there are many others who have repeatedly heard the gospel, been given the opportunity to repent, and yet continue to reject Christ.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us that the Bible provides the answer to our quandary… quite clearly.
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February 5, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 02/05/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Key Text: Acts 6:1-7; 1 Timothy 3:8-13
Description:
When looking at the structure of the Church, you can’t help but come across the diaconate — deacons.
But just what is a deacon?
Why are they needed?
And what do they do??
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao takes a necessary break in our study in the book of Romans to further our understanding of deacons — because this morning we’re installing not one, but two!
We’ll see that while the deacon certainly plays a special role in the Church, their role isn’t far off from ours:
the emulation of Christ, Himself.
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January 29, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 01/29/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:16-17
Description:
What is the Gospel?
Ask a number of different Christians this question, and you’re likely to hear a number of different answers. But how many people would say that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation?
Paul would.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us how Paul shares that the gospel is not just simply a message… but POWER.
And when the gospel is preached, the power of God is at work… not an aimless power but a directed power.
For the gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.
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January 22, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 01/22/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:8-15
Description:
What if you could listen to the prayers of Paul?
…What if you could look over his shoulder and peek at his itinerary and plans of all the things he wishes to accomplish?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us how the introduction allows us this opportunity… and it’s a good thing.
For God has used His Word to model through Paul, shaping how we, as well, are to submit our prayers and plans before the Lord.
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January 15, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 01/15/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:1-7
Description:
Do you ever wonder about your standing before God?
Do you wonder if God is angry with you when you are weak?
…Or do you wonder if God compares you with other Christians who seem to have it all together?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we are just about through the Apostle Paul’s salutation to the believers in Rome — a salutation that goes WAY beyond a simple greeting.
For we find him laying a foundation of gospel truth that when correctly understood makes those questions we started with go away… and can only result in praising our great God from whom all blessings flow.
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January 8, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 01/08/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:1-7
Description:
And [the jailer] called for lights and rushed in, and trembling with fear he fell down before Paul and Silas, and after he brought them out, he said, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”
They said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus….”
Acts 16: 29-31a
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we see Paul strike upon the key to understanding the Gospel: “the obedience of faith.” …words that seemingly don’t belong together.
For obedience is all about YOU — following the rules, adhering to the Law… but faith is different: It’s about HIM — and putting your trust and belief in the Gospel.
…Making “the obedience of faith” simply a command to believe.
For while the Law says DO-DO-DO… the Gospel says DONE.
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January 1, 2023
Sermon Notes
Date: 01/01/2023
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Romans
Key Text: Romans 1:1-7
Description:
[scribing vignette]
Apostle Paul: Tertius, my amanuensis, grab pen and ink… I must write to the church in Rome.
Tertius of Iconium: At the ready Paul.
Apostle Paul: [dictating] Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which He promised beforehand through His prophets in the holy Scriptures, concerning His Son, who was born of a descendant of David according to the flesh who was declared the Son of God with power by the resurrection from the dead, according to the Spirit of holiness, Jesus Christ our Lord…
Bible scholars agree: Of all his epistles, Paul’s letter to the Romans stands out.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao embarks upon a new study in the book of Romans— a letter that many not only credit as Paul’s magnum opus, but as the clearest articulation of the Gospel found anywhere in the Scriptures.
Apostle Paul: [dictating] …to all who are beloved of God in Rome, called as saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
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December 18, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 12/18/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 12:9-14
Description:
How do you sum up a book that seemingly is all about uncovering the vanity and meaninglessness of life??… life under the sun?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao brings us to the conclusion of our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and shows us the ONE THING we should walk away with after reading this book: The secret to NOT having a meaningless life.
… And that secret??… The fear of the Lord.
After all, it is the fear of the Lord that is the fruit of the Gospel. Not a fear of dread… but of love, awe, and wonder.
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December 4, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 12/04/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 11:7 – 12:8
Description:
You’ve been given the opportunity to address today’s youth. What will your message be?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and presses us to consider what we’d say if we had such an opportunity.
What words of wisdom would you give to a young person just starting out in life? Would you tell them about education? …Investments? Would you share insights about love and family?
As you consider what you’d say, you might want to consult our passage in Ecclesiastes, for Solomon had some timeless words of advice for them… advice that may surprise you.
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November 27, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 11/27/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 11:1-6
Description:
Some say the book of Ecclesiastes is more about the ethic of work than the ethic of life.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and shows us how its author, King Solomon, is not about one or the other… but rather both — encouraging both industry, as well as generosity… all while coming from a place of fearless courage.
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November 20, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 11/20/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 9:13 — 10:20
Description:
While wisdom is necessary for proper living, it can be fragile… and like the proverbial “fly in the ointment,” all it takes is a little folly, and wisdom loses its strength.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and demonstrates how the author, Solomon, brings this message home with some unique illustrations — showing that while wisdom is better than power and money, folly is always lurking near… threatening to collapse what wisdom has built.
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November 13, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 11/13/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 9:1-12
Description:
Sometimes spiritual warfare doesn’t look like war and doesn’t seem very spiritual… and yet…
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and preaches that *and yet* in a world full of sorrow, one of our greatest defenses and triumphs against evil circumstances is to take our hearts to the Lord in gratitude and joy.
To work hard and to enjoy the Lord’s provision is the mark — not only of the wise man — but of the one who has learned to be content, and even happy, in a world full of bitterness and complaint.
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November 6, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 11/06/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17
Description:
This world is fraught with danger.
We need wisdom to safely navigate our way through life’s perils; but, wisdom doesn’t necessarily guarantee smooth sailing, nor does it answer every question.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and reminds us that as Christians, we need to recognize the limits of wisdom… and why our finite wisdom shouldn’t cause us to worry, but rather, all the more, to trust in our infinite God.
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October 16, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 10/16/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 7:15-29
Description:
SBC Host: WARNING… Do not be excessively righteous or too wise.
Avg Guy: Come again??
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and confirms that we too would likely be surprised by this warning in the Bible.
After all, if we are called to be like Christ, and He was PERFECTLY righteous, is it even possible to be TOO righteous?
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October 9, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 10/09/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 6:10 — 7:14
Description:
SBC Host: She made us eat our veggies… when dessert was what we—
Boy: —REALLY WANTED!
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and reminds us that when we were young, Mom knew best. For she knew the things that we wanted were not always the things that we really needed.
In much the same way, God knows exactly what we really need, and He often gives it to us through times of sorrow — the very thing we don’t want.
For it is in these times of sorrow that God enables a harvest of spiritual wisdom to spring forth in our lives — wisdom that can only find root in fields plowed in adversity.
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October 2, 2022
Sermon Notes
Date: 10/02/2022
Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor
Series: Ecclesiastes
Key Text: Ecclesiastes 5:8 — 6:9
Description:
We think it will make us happy… and yet, he was in a unique position to tell us it won’t.
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Ecclesiastes and reminds us that the Bible has a lot to say about money, and that Solomon, as the wealthiest (and wisest) man of his day, had a perspective unlike any other.
For not only was he able to shed light on the DANGERS of money, but to share his ironic OBSERVATIONS about how riches — the very thing we think will make us happy — will not.
Instead, actual satisfaction and contentment, can only come from GRATITUDE… gratitude for the gifts of God.
Let us not miss this lesson, but enjoy the good gifts that God has given with grateful hearts.
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