God’s word gives guidance to our lives. Everything we do can be directed by the Scriptures in some way. This is especially so with regard to the planning we do in various facets of our lives. James touched on this concept in the fourth chapter of his epistle. The lesson considers the text of James …
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Matthew 17:1-9 records the transfiguration of Jesus. The significance of this event is closely related to the discussions Jesus had six days before. This sermon considers the event. Ppt: The Transfiguration of Jesus Outline: The Transfiguration of Jesus Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Transfiguration of JesusCan we be sure of our standing with God? Can we know that, upon our demise or Jesus’ return, we will be “found by Him in peace” (2 Peter 3:14)? The readers of John’s 1st epistle lacked confidence in their standing with God because of the deceivers in their midst. John wrote, “These things I …
Continue reading Sermon: That You May Know“Resolving Doubts” – A consideration of Psalm 73. The wicked prosper, and the righteous suffer. This may lead to doubt, and discouragement, but the Psalm of Asaph shows us the blessedness of following the Lord. “Is constant contact with brethren important?” – The need for continued exhortation among the brethren is considered by examining the …
Continue reading Sermon: Gospel Meeting Sermons by Mike PittmanThe false doctrine of Premillennialism is prevalent in the world today. It teaches that Christ’s kingdom is yet to come, and when He returns again He will establish a physical kingdom, and reign on earth 1,000 years. The scriptures teach plainly that the kingdom has already come. The church is the kingdom. Ppt: Your Kingdom …
Continue reading Sermon: Your Kingdom Come, Your Kingdom Came, Your Kingdom IsSome question whether gospel meetings are still relevant. While they may not be as effective with the evangelistic factor, they still serve an important purpose, including what success can still be had with regard to evangelism. We all need to hear the truth preached. Ppt: The Relevancy of Gospel Meetings Outline: The Relevancy of Gospel …
Continue reading Sermon: The Relevancy of Gospel MeetingsWhen the king of Syria surrounded Dothan with his army, seeking to capture Elisha, the man of God’s servant became frightened. Yet, Elisha had faith in God, and knew they would be protected. So he prayed, “‘Lord, I pray, open his eyes that he may see.’ Then the Lord opened the eyes of the young …
Continue reading Sermon: Open Our Eyes That We May See“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ“ (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). The gospel of Christ is powerful. It withstands any opposition. …
Continue reading Sermon: Captive to the Obedience of Christ“Let brotherly love continue” (Hebrews 13:1). Christians are a part of God’s family, and as such, there is fraternal affection for one another. This brotherly love is to be continuously shown in word and deed (cf. 1 John 3:18). Paul’s epistle to Philemon serves as a wonderful example of the strength of brotherly love. Ppt: …
Continue reading Sermon: An Appeal For Brotherly Love“Whoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son. If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him; for he who greets …
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