The claim that sin is hereditary, and as such all are born in sin because of Adam’s sin, is taught in part by using the text of Romans 5:12-21. Necessarily springing from such logic used in that interpretation is the concept of universalism – all men are saved through Christ just as all men were …
Continue reading One man’s disobedience and one Man’s obedience“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). This lesson discusses the name given Christ, Wonderful. Ppt: And His name will be called Wonderful Outline: …
Continue reading Sermon: And His name will be called WonderfulIn 1 Corinthians 11, Paul dealt with the Corinthians misconduct concerning the Lord’s Supper. Using this text, this lesson considers why their conduct was inappropriate, as Paul did, by establishing the purpose and practice of the memorial. Ppt: This do in Remembrance of Me Outline: This do in Remembrance of Me Download: mp3
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Following Jesus’ example (cf. Matthew 19:4-6), Paul appealed to the genesis of the Lord’s Supper to correct the Corinthians’ gross misconduct. They did not come together to observe the Lord’s Supper (v. 20), because there were factions among them, and they treated it as a common meal. The instruction Paul received by revelation from Jesus, …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 In His incarnation, Jesus spoke many things of which His apostles heard, both in public and private settings. He spoke of His nature, and relationship with the Father. He spoke of the impending kingdom, of its law and blessings. However, His humiliation was intended to be temporary, and His glorification was soon to come. He …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: John 14:25-31“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace“ (Isaiah 9:6). Jesus as the Prince of Peace is considered, and that peace of which He is prince is …
Continue reading Sermon: The Prince of Peace Six days after Peter confessed Jesus as the Christ (8:29), and Jesus spoke of His death and resurrection (8:31-33), and encouraged His disciples and the people to follow Him (8:34-9:1), “Peter, James, and John” experienced something wonderful. After being led up a mountain, they saw Jesus transfigured, or change form. His countenance was “exceedingly white, …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Mark 9:2-10Matthew 19 records Jesus being tested by the Pharisees. They questioned Him on the subject of divorce. Jesus appealed to Genesis to show that marriage is for life, and divorce was never to be considered. He then explained His law concerning marriage, divorce, and remarriage. The only exception to the rule – one man, one …
Continue reading Sermon: Bound in Marriage – “Let not man separate”“And when Jesus had cried out with a loud voice, He said, “Father, ‘into Your hands I commit My spirit.’ ” Having said this, He breathed His last” (Luke 23:46). These last words spoken by our Savior from the cross are considered. There is no comfort greater than that received from God when you commit …
Continue reading Sermon: Spoken From The Cross – Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit“So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, ‘It is finished!’ And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.” (John 19:30) This, the 7th of 8 lessons in the series Spoken From The Cross, discusses the redemptive work of Christ, and the relief He felt when His suffering came to an end. …
Continue reading Sermon: Spoken From The Cross – It is finished!