In Paul’s first letter to young Timothy he labels the church as “the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). This language paints an image of the church that must be understood. Truth is that which always has been, and always will be. It is objective in nature, and therefore is independent of …
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Anyone would think it absurd to turn away from a sincere, loving, and caring individual to a self-serving, manipulative, and hateful one. However, ironically Paul found the Corinthians acting thusly. Their actions were instigated by certain false teachers who claimed to be apostles themselves. The Corinthians were greatly influenced by their deception to the degree …
Continue reading Article: Paul’s Concern For All The ChurchesJohn appeals to his authority as an apostle, and wisdom as an older man, by introducing himself to his readers as “The Elder” (v. 1). His following instruction is from God, and proves to be wise in regard to handling spiritual problems – contextually, false doctrine. His epistle is addressed to “the elect lady and …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 John 1-3Many individuals claim to have a relationship with Jesus. This relationship is on their own terms. What does the Bible say about Christ’s relationship with believers? Does this relationship match the one you claim to have? Ppt: Having A Relationship With Christ Outline: Having A Relationship With Christ Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Having A Relationship With ChristJesus said to “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). What does it mean to seek God’s righteousness? This lesson discusses that topic. Ppt: Seeking God’s Righteousness Outline: Seeking God’s Righteousness Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Seeking God’s Righteousness51 years ago, a man by the name of Arthur Lampitt of Granite City, Missouri, crashed his 1963 Thunderbird into a truck. The accident broke Arthur’s hip, which turned the doctor’s attention away from his arm that was impaled by the 7-inch turn signal lever from his car. The man experienced little pain in his arm, …
Continue reading Notable News: “51 years after wreck, 7-inch car part removed from man’s arm.”This two part sermon discusses the command and authority for elders, the need for them, and the qualifications. Part two deals with a congregation’s responsibility toward the eldership that rules over them. Outline: Elders in Every Church Audio (Part 1): mp3 Audio (Part 2): mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Elders in Every ChurchUnity is an important factor in the church. Christ taught about unity and prayed for His believers to be unified. Christ also died for unity. Unity is something that takes effort to accomplish. Ppt: Seeking Unity Outline: Seeking Unity Audio: mp3
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Christ’s church is seen on a universal level (ALL Christians), and a local level (LOCAL groups of Christians). This sermon discusses the membership of Christ’s church, and local congregations. Ephesians 4:11-16 is discussed to show how the church carries out the “equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Membership and Structure of Christ’s Church This lesson discusses the concept of worship and it’s importance. It describes two kinds of worship that are unacceptable to God. Ppt: Here I Am To Worship Outline: Here I Am To Worship Audio: mp3
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