“For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died; and He died for all, that those who live should live no longer for themselves, but for Him who died for them and rose again.” (2 Corinthians 5:14-15) The love of Christ showed for us by …
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Acts 16 records Paul’s response to the vision of the “Macedonian call” (Acts 16:6-10). In Philippi, a city in Macedonia, Paul was imprisoned and found opportunity to preach the gospel to a jailor. The account of the Philippian jailor’s conversion is instructive in many ways (cf. Acts 16:25-34). The urgency of obedience to the gospel in the account …
Continue reading Sermon: The Same Hour of the NightJohn 6:15-21 records the familiar miracle where Jesus walks on the sea. In it we observe that Jesus has the power over nature. The implications are significant for us who live in the natural world, and long for the spiritual home promised by God. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track …
Continue reading Sermon: Jesus Walks on the Sea – The Power Over NatureJohn 17 records Jesus’ prayer concluding His final moments with His disciples before His betrayal. The prayer is one concerning consecration – concerning Jesus’ final work on the cross, the apostles’ ministry that was to begin after Jesus was glorified, and for all those who believe through the apostolic ministry to be united in the Father …
Continue reading Sermon: Jesus’ Prayer of ConsecrationAt the beginning of a new year it is wise to sharpen our spiritual focus. Among several things, our focus should be on faith, obedience, grace, being unspotted from the world, and our salvation. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Spiritual Focus in 2025The trial of persecution the Thessalonians faced was a great concern for Paul. He could no longer stand not knowing how they were doing, and sent Timothy who came with good news (cf. 1 Thessalonians 3:1-2, 6). They showed great faith and endurance in their trial, and stand as an example to emulate. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on …
Continue reading Sermon: To the Church of the Thessalonians – Their Trial (Chapter 3)The miracles of Jesus confirm His claim as the Messiah, the Son of God (cf. John 20:30-31). They also teach us much about the nature of His power, His character, His relation to us and His desire for us. The miracles confirm His revelation, but are a revelation themselves. In the first miracle in Cana of Galilee, …
Continue reading Sermon: Water Turned to Wine – The Power Over QualityPaul elaborates on the remembrance of the manner of his coming to the Thessalonians, and his conduct among them (cf. 1 Thessalonians 1:5, 9). Chapter 2 gives a description of Paul’s motive, method, and conduct in preaching to the Thessalonians, and their reception of the message. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track …
Continue reading Sermon: To the Church of the Thessalonians – Their Reception (Chapter 2)After establishing the church in Thessalonica, Paul’s stay was cut short due to extreme oppostion from the Jews. He sent Timothy to check on the brethren, and Timothy returned to Paul with good news. 1 Thessalonians is a response to the good news Paul received. In chapter 1, Paul thanks God, and reflects on the …
Continue reading Sermon: To the Church of the Thessalonians – Their Faith (Chapter 1)It is a tragedy anytime Jesus is rejected. However, perhaps the greatest tragedy is the Judas tragedy – when one hangs around Jesus only to wind up belonging to Satan. What can be observed in Judas that contributed to this tragedy? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select …
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