Sometimes we make a distinction between “doctrinal matters” and “moral matters.” There is a distinction to be made in regard to the type of command given by God, but there should not be a distinction made concerning the importance of the commandment. The notion that God is not so concerned with the form of our …
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In Revelation 22:16, Jesus calls Himself “the Bright and Morning star.” This sermon considers this title. Outline: Ppt: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Bright and Morning StarPaul commanded that we aid our brethren in bearing their burdens (Galatians 6:2). This especially concerns the spiritual matters of life. We must help each other get to heaven. What might hinder us from aiding each other in this way? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save …
Continue reading Sermon: Hindrances to Aiding Our BrethrenPaul’s exhortation to bear one another’s burdens is considered in context. The greatest way we show love to one another, and thus fulfill the law of Christ, is to care for each other’s spiritual well-being. This is especially the case when we see one in sin. We must bear their burden by restoring them. Ppt: …
Continue reading Sermon: Bear One Another’s BurdensThe sin of prejudice is considered. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Sin of PrejudiceWhen Israel requested for Samuel to give them a king, they rejected God in doing so (cf. 1 Samuel 8). God warned them about the king they would receive, and gave them their desire. The ongoing problems Israel would have with the kings of their history proves that God’s ways are greater than our own. …
Continue reading Sermon: God, kings, and the KingIn Psalm 1:1, the blessed man is described in the negative, i.e. by what he does not do. This description showcases a progression of ungodliness. When ungodly counsel is heeded, it results in sin, and such can evolve into the basest forms of ungodliness such as blatant scorn for God. Sin is progressive, and we …
Continue reading Sermon: An Evolution of UngodlinessPsalm 3 was written by David when Absalom his son usurped the thrown in Israel. It teaches us that, despite the trouble we may be facing from all around, God is a protective shield encompassing us. God protects His people, especially spiritually. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and …
Continue reading Sermon: A Shield About MeIf we aren’t working as hard as our adversary is against us we can ensure defeat. If we are working harder than our adversary is we can ensure victory. Are you working harder than your opponent? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Are you working harder than your opponent?In reproof of the Pharisees’ unwillingness to believe in Jesus as the Christ, the Son of God, Jesus used the men of Nineveh and the queen of the South as examples of opposite behavior which would judge and condemn them (cf. Matthew 12:38-42). The queen of Sheba is recorded as traveling great distance to sit …
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