Victory on Rice Family Ministries

Romans 6:1

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Victorious Christian Living #

Romans 6:1-2

Introduction

After greatly expounding on justification, Paul now opens with a question that may come to mind by those learning ALL their sins are gone, wiped clean, there is no longer a debt of sin hanging over their head. “Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid.” (Rom 6:1-2)

Just as if someone physically had foolishly racked up a great amount of debt through a very lavish lifestyle. With no self restraint buying everything and anything they wanted, found themselves drowning in debt, in which they were unable to pay. Justification is having that debt forgiven, wiped clean. That person may think, now, I’m free to spend my money any way I want. No, the one who paid that debt, is now requiring financial responsibility, sanctification. He cleaned up your mess, but expects you to work at keeping things right.

Psalm 21

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Triumphant Psalm #

Psalm 21:1-6

I. Thanksgiving (1-6) #

A. Answered Prayer (2) #

1. Request #

James 4:2 “… ye have not, because ye ask not.”

2. Rejoice & offer gratitude! “request of his lips” (2) #

B. Abundant Blessings (3-6) #

“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,” (Ephesians 3:20)

Revelation 2:8

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

September 4, 2022

The Dependable Church #

Revelation 2:8-11

Introduction

This is the shortest of the letters to the churches.

Nothing negative is mentioned in the letter to the church of Smyrna. Smyrna was also a wealthy commercial city. Perhaps not as great as Ephesus, but still a wealthy city.

The message is that of encouragement through persecution. Persecution, is not an enjoyable topic, and yet, it is given by Christ himself, who know more about persecution, and suffering than anyone else! Jesus lived an absolutely SINLESS life, and didn’t deserve not even one lash of punishment, yet he took it, for our sakes. It is he, “which was dead, and is alive;”

Romans 8:31

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

More than Conquerors #

Romans 8:31-39

Introduction

Romans chapter 8, is truly a great chapter for every believer. The chapter is ended, recapping some of the mountain peaks of the chapter, but asking a few questions that cause us to review the great truths he has given us. It is a highlight reel of some of the best truths given to us in Salvation.

I. Who shall be against us? (31-32) #

The if is not a conditional, he has clearly laid out the fact that God is for us in this chapter. We are adopted, we are joint heirs with Christ. The Holy Spirit makes intercession for us… HE is for us.

A. Who is our enemy? #

1. Satan #

1Pet. 5:8 ¶ Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

Revelation 3:7

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000

October 2, 2022

The Dedicated Church #

Revelation 3:7-13

Introduction

Christ is the key holder, the keeper, the one who opens, and closes doors which no one else is able to. It is important to recognize Christ, and see Him for who He is, and what He is able to do.

To the church in Philadelphia, there are more descriptive phrases attributed to Jesus than any of the other churches.

Romans 12:17

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Be Not Overcome with Evil #

Romans 12:17-21

Introduction

The previous verses we looked at in this chapter really dealt with the believer and his interaction with other believers. I put together a check list for keeping track of your life. The verses we will look at tonight, really deal with living among a lost world that practices evil against you.

By way of introduction, the phrase, “Recompense to no man evil for evil.” sets the tone and theme for these verses. It opens with reference to evil, and closes with reference to evil, and tells us how to behave when faced with evil.

Psalm 67

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000

July 31, 2024

Joy in the LORD #

Psalm 67:1-7

Introduction

The Psalm, is certainly a victorious Psalm, much like we would sing Victory in Jesus, A Mighty Fortress, Faith is the Victory, He is Able to Deliver Thee, or Stand Up- Stand UP for Jesus, it is a song of deliverance, joy, gladness, and praise to God for the victory given.

I. A Prayer Delivered (1) #

A. Mercy “be merciful unto us” #

1. No one is deserving! #

2. We request mercy, not receiving what we do deserve. #

B. Blessings – #

1. We ought to recognize God’s Blessings #

Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:

Psalm 76

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

October 30, 2024

Victory with God #

Psalm 76:1-12

Introduction

We have a victorious Psalm before us tonight!

Romans 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

As Christians we are on the winning side! Not every battle is going to go our way, not every day is going to be a great day, but understand, the war, is already won through Jesus Christ! In the end, we win!

Revelation 19

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 2, 2023

Victory Celebration #

Revelation 19

Introduction

There are three things that are clearly noted in this chapter. Clearly, we can see the Worship, the Wedding, and the War. All three of these things are positive things. Considering the fall of Babylon, and the wickedness that is described in those two chapters, this chapter is a breath of fresh air.

I. The Worship of the Lord (1-6) #

A. The chorus (1, 3, 4, 6) #

Only used in the book of Revelation.

Revelation 20

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 9, 2023

The Millennial Reign & Judgement #

Revelation 20:1-3

Introduction

The Millennial reign of Jesus Christ, is a literal 1000 year reign of Jesus on the Earth! The Old Testament foretells of this, and this is literally what the Jews expected when Jesus came the first time. They didn't understand his coming as a lowly Lamb of God to take away the sins of the World.

Revelation 20:11

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 9, 2023

Final Judgement Day #

Revelation 20:11-15

Introduction

This passage is a very serious passage. It deals with the end of time as we know it, it deals with man standing before God to give account of his deeds.  It is important that we understand this will absolutely take place, and every single day, it draws closer.

I. Facing the Lord (11-12) #

A. Deliverer (11) “him that sat on it” #

i. Who sits on that throne? That becomes an important topic. #

John 5:22 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son:

Revelation 21

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 16, 2023

Everything Made New #

Revelation 21:1-8

Introduction

This entire Chapter is dedicated everything being made new! There is a great re-assurance, in knowing what is to come, and that while the heaven and earth is wiped out, that doesn't include humanity. This is where eternity is really described for us. The world is temporal, and will pass away.

I. New Conditions (1-8) #

A. Assurance of Heaven & Earth (1) #

2Pet. 3:10 -11

Revelation 22

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 23, 2023

The Closing #

Revelation 22:1-5

Introduction

We have arrived at the final chapter of Revelation. We started our series on July 24, 2022. So it has taken us exactly one year to get through the book of Revelation on Sunday nights. In one year, we have only heard 35 messages on the book of Revelation. We took a little more time in the first three chapters, then we took one chapter per service. Through the series, I hope it has been educational, exhorting, and encouraging to you.