Class Material: 2 Peter Outlines Audio: Below are links to the audio of the classes on 2 Peter. Introduction Audio: 2 Peter Introduction Chapter Audio 2 Peter 1 1:2-6; 1:6-9; 1:10-18; 1:19-21 2 Peter 2 2:1-10; 2:10-17; 2:17-22 2 Peter 3 3:1-13; 3:14-18
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The epistle to the Ephesians is full of useful doctrine about the Lord’s church. Studying the epistle with the mindset of refuting religious error proves most beneficial. Ppt: Religious Errors Refuted Using Ephesians Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Religious Errors Refuted Using Ephesians (Jeff Burnett)This sermon examines the epistle of Jude. The epistle notes an important responsibility Christians have. They are to keep themselves in the love of God. There is a need to “contend for the faith” by standing opposed to ungodliness and all false doctrine. If we fail, there is punishment awaiting. Outline: “Keep yourselves in the …
Continue reading Sermon: “Keep yourselves in the love of God”An 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 3:1-9Many in the religious world falsely claim to have the gift of speaking in tongues. This spiritual gift was among the most popular in the first century (cf. 1 Corinthians 14), and is apparently sought after today. However, by “rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15) an honest heart comes to the realization …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: Biblical Tongue Speaking Occurs TodayThe doctrine of hereditary depravity is certainly not new to the scene. This age-old doctrine has led many astray throughout its existence, and has contributed to the birth of other false doctrines. Hereditary depravity is the idea that the original sin of Adam and Eve is inherited at birth. It also teaches, “from this original …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: Hereditary DepravityWhile defending his authority in Christ, Paul described the weapons of spiritual warfare as “mighty in God for…bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). This sermon discusses this concept and how it relates to Christians. Ppt: Taking Every Thought Captive Outline: Taking Every Thought Captive Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Taking Every Thought CaptiveAnyone 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 ChurchesJude describes the false teachers as “spots in your love feasts.” He likely refers to common interaction amongst Christians due to their love for one another. This often included feasting (cf. Acts 2:46). However, we note that such feasts were forbidden in the assembly (cf. 1 Corinthians 11:17-22). These “certain men” were causing harm to …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Jude 12-15I recall a post I came across on Facebook that stated “Religion says do. Jesus says done.” This false notion is motivated by the idea that we are saved by grace alone. The doctrine removes the need for obedience, and personal responsibility. The scripture clearly describes two parts to salvation – God’s, and man’s. While …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: We are Saved by Grace Alone