Despite all the troubles and sorrows in the world Christians can always be “rejoicing in hope” (Romans 12:12). This hope allows rejoicing because of its nature. It is not up to speculation, or chance. A Christian’s hope is different than any hope the world might have. Ppt: A Christian’s Hope Outline: A Christian’s Hope Audio: …
Continue reading Sermon: A Christian’s HopeJeremiah Cox
God never promised an easy life for Christians. The path toward which God directs Christians is narrow and difficult (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). He has not been silent, nor unclear about the subject of hardships in the life of a disciple. Following Christ demands self-denial, and sacrifice (cf. Matthew 16:24-27; Romans 12:1). Along the way there …
Continue reading Article: James’ Plan for Undergoing TrialsAfter he told the brethren to “stand fast and hold the traditions which you were taught, whether by word or our epistle” the apostle Paul offered a prayer on their behalf. The prayer was for “our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and our God and Father” to comfort the Thessalonians and establish them in their good …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17Idolatry is more of a threat than most would think. Anything can become our idol if we place it above God. A few modern idols are discussed. Outline: Modern Idolatry Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Modern IdolatryMany have followed doctrines of men that teach salvation by one thing only. However, an honest look at scripture proves otherwise. Salvation involves many interdependent factors. Fourteen are considered. Ppt: Things That Save Outline: Things That Save Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Things That SaveThe epistle to the Ephesians is full of useful doctrine about the Lord’s church. Studying the epistle with the mindset of refuting religious error proves most beneficial. Ppt: Religious Errors Refuted Using Ephesians Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Religious Errors Refuted Using Ephesians (Jeff Burnett)The parable of the Sower emphasizes the soil. This lesson focuses on the sower. As Christians, we are all called to be sowers. We must take this occupation seriously, and sow the word! Outline: The Sower Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Sower (Brandon Chiasson)The life of a Christian is described as a walk. “Walk” is a verb. The Christian life is not supposed to be sedentary, but active. Paul said, “I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called” (Ephesians 4:1). This walk we were called to …
Continue reading Article: WalkAs of late, areas – in which drought and burn bans are the norm – have received a precipitous amount of rain. Lakes are at their highest, rivers are breaching their levees, flooding has destroyed land, homes, and lives. Social media has been laced with jokes about river-rafting down streets, and carrying about daily activities …
Continue reading Notable News: Rain, Rain, Go Away!After he described his conduct while ministering to the Thessalonians (cf. 2:1-12), Paul thanked God for the Thessalonians’ reaction to the gospel message. The apostles often had to stress the origin of their message due to their audience’s admiration for men-pleasers using “flattering words” (2:5). The Thessalonians did not receive the apostle’s message “as the …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20