Full of sorrow in the midst of Philistine dominance due to their own sin, the Israelites were told by Samuel that, “If you return to the Lord with all your hearts, then put away the foreign gods and the Ashtoreths from among you, and prepare your hearts for the Lord, and serve Him only; and …
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This two part lesson considers the words of exhortation given by Paul to the Thessalonians in 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22. Included are instructions concerning proper conduct between elders and the flock among them, as well as members one to another, and to God. Ppt: Exhortations to Proper Conduct in the Church Outline: Exhortations to Proper Conduct …
Continue reading Sermon: Exhortations to Proper Conduct in the ChurchAs 2017 approaches, we must seriously consider facets of our service as Christians that need improving. No matter how much we grow, there is always room for improvement. A few topics are discussed in this sermon to consider as resolutions for the new year of 2017. Ppt: Resolutions for 2017 Outline: Resolutions for 2017 Download: …
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The apostle Paul began his letter to the saints in Colosse by mentioning his avid intercession on their behalf (cf. 1:3). Before detailing the prayer, he explained the reason he prayed for them (cf. 1:4-8). Having heard of their faithfulness in Christ after the preaching of the word by Epaphras, he continually thanked God, and …
Continue reading A Prayer On Behalf of the ColossiansFor the Christian, prayer is extremely important. It is a vital facet of our lives if we wish to grow spiritually. One element of prayer is intercession – praying to God on someone’s behalf. This lesson emphasizes the two intercessory prayers Paul made on the Ephesians’ behalf. Ppt: Paul’s Intercessory Prayers for the Ephesians Outline: …
Continue reading Sermon: Paul’s Intercessory Prayers for the EphesiansAs we strive to please God and get to heaven, the Devil continues to lay traps before us. God has promised to keep us, so that we may not stumble. This sermon discusses some ways in which God keeps His children. Ppt: He Is Able To Keep You Outline: He Is Able To Keep You …
Continue reading Sermon: He Is Able To Keep YouThe scripture continually comforts us with the remembrance of access granted Christians to the Father. Jesus is the one Mediator and Advocate Who has allowed us such access by His righteous act of being the propitiation for our sins (cf. 2:1-2; 1 Timothy 2:5). We can have confidence in our prayers ascending to the throne …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17In Matthew 6, Jesus gave a model prayer. With this example we can better our prayer life, and gain perspective as a Christian. Ppt: In this manner, therefore, pray Outline: In this manner, therefore, pray Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: “In this manner, therefore, pray”Jesus taught how to pray in His sermon on the mount. The model prayer in Matthew 6 is full of important principles of prayer, and the life of a child of God. This model prayer is examined. Ppt: In this manner, therefore, pray Outline: In this manner, therefore, pray Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: “In this manner, therefore, pray”Mark 11:12-26 records an opportunity Jesus took to teach His disciples. It is filled with various lessons that are meant for followers of Christ – bearing fruit, faith, and praying. Ppt: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Outline: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Audio: mp3
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