Paul encouraged the Philippians to follow his example (3:17). The example he set was his mindset as he strived for the attainment of the resurrection from the dead, and heaven (3:12-14). This sermon considers how Paul pressed on. Ppt: Pressing on the Upward Way Outline: Pressing on the Upward Way To download, right-click on the title in …
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Sin has separated man from God (cf. Isaiah 59:2). There is a vast chasm keeping us from a most desired fellowship with our Creator. Who can satisfy our needs, and God’s requirements to bridge the gap, thus reconciling men to God? Paul writes, “For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, …
Continue reading Sermon: One Mediator Between God and MenIn Ephesians 5:22-33, Paul revealed what was a mystery from the beginning concerning the shadow of the relationship between Christ and the church found in the marriage relationship. This sermon considers the text. Ppt: A Holy Matrimony – Christ and the church Outline: A Holy Matrimony – Christ and the church To download, right-click on the title …
Continue reading Sermon: A Holy Matrimony – Christ and the church“By so much more Jesus has become a surety of a better covenant” (Hebrews 7:22). That better covenant, and all the promises connected with it, is a guarantee because of Jesus. His sacrifice and High Priesthood are sufficient. Ppt: Jesus, Our Surety Outline: Jesus, Our Surety To download, right-click on the title in the track list and …
Continue reading Sermon: Jesus, Our SuretyThe Bible teaches that man has a dual nature. We have a body and a soul. One is temporary, and the other is eternal. The soul is of utmost value, and we should live in such a way that reflects this truth. Ppt: The Value of a Soul Outline: The Value of a Soul To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: The Value of a SoulCan a Christian be confident of their salvation? That is the whole point of hope – confident expectation. The Hebrew writer encouraged his readers to show diligence “to the full assurance of hope until the end” (Hebrews 6:11). This sermon discusses why such hope is essential in our walk with God, and the reasons we …
Continue reading Sermon: The Full Assurance of HopeHeaven is the abode of God. Since before creation, God intended, and planned for mankind to join Him in heaven for eternity. In this way God has prepared heaven for those who love Him. Those who will gain entrance into heaven are those who have themselves been prepared for heaven. Heaven is a prepared place …
Continue reading Sermon: A Prepared Place for a Prepared People – Heaven (Parts 1&2)“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness” (Romans 1:18). What is “the wrath of God?” How can He, being a God of love, grace, and mercy, also be a God of wrath? What activates the wrath of God? How can …
Continue reading Sermon: Understanding the Wrath of GodThis sermon is a consideration of Genesis 22 with an approach in understanding that all scripture is a part of the scarlet thread of redemption. Isaac is a “type” of Christ. Ppt: The Resurrection of Isaac Outline: The Resurrection of Isaac To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Resurrection of IsaacMany people followed Jesus in His ministry on earth. Most did not follow Him for the right reasons, and knew nothing of discipleship. On more than one occasion, Jesus turned to the masses and explained to them the cost of discipleship. One of those moments is recorded in Luke 14:25-33. This sermon examines that text. …
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