In my recent studies I came across the word phylactery. In the context, Jesus was speaking to the multitudes and His disciples of the scribes’ and Pharisees’ hypocrisy. “They make their phylacteries broad and enlarge the borders of their garments” (Matthew 23:5). I had come across this word in my reading of the scripture before, …
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Sermon 4 of 8 from The Sermon on the Mount. Jesus continues His sermon on the mount by explaining what it means to have a righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees. Ppt: “You have heard that it was said” Outline: “You have heard that it was said” Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: “You have heard that it was said” What is truth? Can we know the truth? We understand the Bible is God’s word, but can we understand what it means? Jesus said, “You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). Ppt: What is truth? Outline: What is truth? Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: What is truth? Sermon 3 of 8 from The Sermon on the Mount. Christ did not come to destroy the Law or prophets. He came to fulfill them. He was obedient to the entire Law, just as we are to be under the New Covenant. Outline: The Law Fulfilled Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Law Fulfilled The second item in the list of first principles mentioned in Hebrews 6 is “faith toward God” (v. 1). Aside from love, faith is perhaps the most misconstrued term in the Bible. While the Greek word from which faith is translated, pistis, means belief, faith toward God is not merely limited to that. This principle …
Continue reading Article: First Principles 3: Faith Toward GodNoah, the movie, premiers the 28th of March, 2014. Much like the flood waters, excitement for the film has elevated. While I am interested in seeing the portrayal of the majestic scene modern technology has to offer, I am more interested in how far the film will stray from the biblical account in Genesis 6-8.
Continue reading Notable News: Noah, the Movie After Moses died the great responsibility of leading God’s people was placed on Joshua’s shoulders. The Lord encouraged and commanded him to be strong and courageous. This is also an admonition to Christians. Ppt: Be Strong and Courageous Outline: Be Strong and Courageous Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: “Be Strong and Courageous” Sermon 2 of 8 from The Sermon on the Mount. Jesus describes His disciples as the salt of the earth, and the light of the world. These metaphors are explained. Ppt: The World’s Salt and Light Outline: The World’s Salt and Light Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The World’s Salt and Light A textual study of Colossians 3 reveals instructions and expectations for Christians. Outline: If then you were raised with Christ Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: If then you were raised with Christ Sermon 1 of 8 from The Sermon on the Mount. Who will make up the kingdom of God? What benefits come with being in the kingdom? Blessed (happy) are they that… Ppt: The Beatitudes Outline: The Beatitudes Audio: mp3
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