The “Faith Only” doctrine is very popular. However, it is not scriptural. This lesson speaks about the action of faith using examples from Hebrews 11, and ending with our command to be baptized – “buried with Him in baptism, in which you also were raised with Him through faith in the working of God, who …
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Jude gives his audience the exhortation to contend for the faith. This epistle is considered, and applications are made. Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Jude’s ExhortationThe letter to the church in Smyrna in Revelation includes the exhortation to remain faithful even to the point of death. This is a mindset all Christians must have. Are you willing to die for Christ’s sake? Ppt: Faithful Until Death Outline: Faithful Until Death Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Faithful Until DeathDespite all the troubles and sorrows in the world Christians can always be “rejoicing in hope” (Romans 12:12). This hope allows rejoicing because of its nature. It is not up to speculation, or chance. A Christian’s hope is different than any hope the world might have. Ppt: A Christian’s Hope Outline: A Christian’s Hope Audio: …
Continue reading Sermon: A Christian’s HopeGod never promised an easy life for Christians. The path toward which God directs Christians is narrow and difficult (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). He has not been silent, nor unclear about the subject of hardships in the life of a disciple. Following Christ demands self-denial, and sacrifice (cf. Matthew 16:24-27; Romans 12:1). Along the way there …
Continue reading Article: James’ Plan for Undergoing TrialsAs of late, areas – in which drought and burn bans are the norm – have received a precipitous amount of rain. Lakes are at their highest, rivers are breaching their levees, flooding has destroyed land, homes, and lives. Social media has been laced with jokes about river-rafting down streets, and carrying about daily activities …
Continue reading Notable News: Rain, Rain, Go Away!After he described his conduct while ministering to the Thessalonians (cf. 2:1-12), Paul thanked God for the Thessalonians’ reaction to the gospel message. The apostles often had to stress the origin of their message due to their audience’s admiration for men-pleasers using “flattering words” (2:5). The Thessalonians did not receive the apostle’s message “as the …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20It is encouraging to see younger generations develop a zeal for God and His word. It is paramount with regard to the future of the church. We do not want to make the same mistake Israel made – “When all that generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation arose after them who did …
Continue reading Article: Are you sure you love the gospel, or do you love a philosophy?The Bible is filled with examples. Many we are to follow, but there are some we are to avoid. Examples are powerful for that very reason – they can lead people down the correct path, or do the opposite. Paul told Timothy to set an example (cf. 1 Timothy 4:12-16). We should be doing the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Power of an ExampleAn erroneous doctrine that promoted a Jewish-Christian hybrid had infiltrated the church in Galatia. There were some who were binding circumcision as a necessity for salvation. In writing to the church, Paul had to contend for the faith (cf. Jude 3) by defending his apostleship (cf. 1:6-2:21). Next he dealt more specifically with the issue. …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9