Paul wrote, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek” (Romans 1:16). The Christian should never be ashamed of the gospel. Yet, it is not enough to simply state that you …
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An exegesis of 1 Timothy 1 – Paul’s charge for Timothy. Ppt: Teach No Other Doctrine Outline: Teach No Other Doctrine To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Teach No Other DoctrineActs 6 records Stephen being accused of blasphemy. Acts 7 records Stephen’s defense before the Sanhedrin council, as well as his martyrdom. This sermon is an examination of that text. Outline: Stephen’s Defense Before the Sanhedrin To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Stephen’s Defense Before the SanhedrinIn 1 Corinthians 3:5-15, Paul discussed the work of himself and Apollos as ministers of the Gospel. The text is considered in this lesson to gain instruction and encouragement in our efforts to spread the Gospel message. Ppt: Planting and Watering Outline: Planting and Watering Download: mp3
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Paul’s letter to the churches of Galatia addressed the problem concerning influence of Judaizing teachers. Their doctrine suggested that to be justified, one must observe the Law of Moses. The apostle defended his apostleship in Christ so the Galatians would respect the authority of his message. This section of Galatians serves a two-fold purpose: (1) …
Continue reading Galatians 2:11-16“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor (panoplia) of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil” (Ephesians 6:10-11). We are engaged in a spiritual war, and the only way we can be sufficiently equipped to …
Continue reading Sermon: The Panoply of God It is apparent that some of Paul’s opposition were suggesting, or would have suggested he pretentiously recommended himself. To the contrary, Paul said later, “For not he who commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commends” (10:18). Any commendation of the apostles that Paul brought forth ultimately came from God. Also, it is apparent …
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As was noted in the first installment of this series on fellowship, fellowship considers commonality. Those who have something in common with each other have fellowship. Those who participate in a common practice with each other are having fellowship with each other. John’s first epistle shows two relationships when considering the topic of fellowship – …
Continue reading Fellowship 2 – Fellowship with GodThe reign of king Josiah is considered, and applications are made for the Christian. Ppt: The Reign of King Josiah Outline: The Reign of King Josiah Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Reign of King Josiah This chapter began Paul’s discussion on the resurrection of the dead. This subject is inextricably linked to the resurrection of the Christ. Paul began his reproof of those who “say that there is no resurrection of the dead” in verse 12. Before doing so, however, he set the foundation of his argument that was the …
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