Edification

“Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and were edified. And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, they were multiplied.” (Acts 9:31) Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”

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“Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law.” (Romans 13:8) Why are we indebted to love one another? How does this look? Ppt: Our Debt of Love Outline: Our Debt of Love To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”

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The gifts given to men by Jesus upon His ascension were directed toward edification, that “we all come to…a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ” (Ephesians 4:13). In this sermon, Biblical perfection is discussed, and the question, “Who is to be a perfect man?” is considered. Ppt: Who is to …

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Part 4 in a series of lessons seeking to identify the one church in the New Testament (cf. Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:4). The Lord gave His church work to do. What does the New Testament say about the work of the one church of Christ? Ppt: Identifying the One Church (4) – Work Outline: Identifying the One Church …

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Various subjects are discussed in preparation for an upcoming gospel meeting – Receiving the word, edification, attendance, evangelism, hospitality. Ppt: A Primer for the Gospel Meeting Outline: A Primer for the Gospel Meeting Download: mp3

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Some 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 …

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This sermon examine the text of 1 Corinthians 12-14. Paul discusses the importance of unity in the body, in part for edification, and accomplished only with love for one another. Ppt: One Body, One Spirit     Outline: One Body, One Spirit     Audio: mp3

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“How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word.” – Psalm 119:9 – The question about securing the hearts of the youth is age-old. The same can be said for the answer. Yet, the question continues to resurface. Although some may not know, and therefore inquire, it seems that …

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“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go into the house of the Lord.’” (Psalm 122:1) David expressed the proper attitude toward worship. He recognized it as an opportunity to “draw near to God” (James 4:8). It is with that same attitude we should approach this gospel meeting week. Laid before us …

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This sermon discusses what God expects of His children with regard to their speech. Outline: God’s Expectation For Our Speech Audio: mp3

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