In Matthew 12:31-32, Jesus speaks of an unforgivable sin. What is the blasphemy of the Spirit, and why is it unforgivable? Ppt: It Will Not Be Forgiven Him Outline: It Will Not Be Forgiven Him To download, right-click the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
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Part 3 in a series of lessons seeking to identify the one church in the New Testament (cf. Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:4). “And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved” (Acts 2:47b). The church of the New Testament was the body of the saved. How were they saved? What “plan of …
Continue reading Sermon: Identifying the One Church (3) – Plan of SalvationPart 2 in a series of lessons seeking to identify the one church in the New Testament (cf. Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:4). What authority did the church we read about in Scripture appeal to, and submit to? How does that compare to the denominations with their creed books? Ppt: Identifying the One Church (2) – Authority Outline: Identifying …
Continue reading Sermon: Identifying the One Church (2) – AuthorityThis sermon considers the qualities required by God for His children in James 1:19-20 – “So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.” Ppt: Three Qualities of God’s Children Outline: Three Qualities of God’s Children …
Continue reading Sermon: Three Qualities of God’s Children“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 GodGrace is an important theme in scripture which is sadly misunderstood by many. A look at Titus 2:11-15 is helpful when considering the grace of God. Ppt: The Grace of God that Brings Salvation Outline: The Grace of God that Brings Salvation Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Grace of God that Brings Salvation“Resolving Doubts” – A consideration of Psalm 73. The wicked prosper, and the righteous suffer. This may lead to doubt, and discouragement, but the Psalm of Asaph shows us the blessedness of following the Lord. “Is constant contact with brethren important?” – The need for continued exhortation among the brethren is considered by examining the …
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“These things” to which the brethren are to be looking forward to concern the discontinuing of the present state of the “heavens,” “elements,” “earth and the works that are in it” (v. 10). “All these things will be dissolved” at “the coming of the day of God” (v. 11-12). These things are continued in reservation …
Continue reading 2 Peter 3:14-18 In conclusion to Paul’s first letter addressed to his “true son in the faith” (1:1), he echoed once again his instruction for Timothy to safeguard the gospel message. This is perhaps the most important responsibility an evangelist has, as Paul so consistently noted (cf. 1:3, 18-20; 4:1-6, 16; 6:3-5, 12-14, 20, 21). Outer threats must …
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There are some who refuse to subscribe to the concept of the plenary verbal inspiration of scripture – every word is inspired of God. This concept is seen in scripture itself, and is the pillar that supports the Bible as a source of authority. If plenary verbal inspiration is denied, scripture cannot be used as …
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