“These [Bereans] were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so.” (Acts 17:11) Our gospel meeting starts this week! Brother Pittman has put forth diligence in preparation of eight sermons from God’s word. While we …
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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 …
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“I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read to all the holy brethren” (1 Thessalonians 5:27). Paul did not simply request that the brethren read the epistle, but commanded them to do so. Some view the reading of scripture as optional. Some who read do so casually, as if it does them …
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I have always considered an old Bible to be interesting. An old Bible can speak of experience, and diligence. The worn edges tell stories of battle preparation. The wrinkled pages manifest quenched thirst, and satisfied hunger. A worn Bible represents a daily necessity, of which her owner knew well. Yet, even further, an old Bible …
Continue reading Article: An Old BibleSermon audio of October 4th-9th gospel meeting with Larry Wright of Garden City, Georgia. Study to Show Yourself Approved – mp3 Why Keep Jesus Suffering – mp3 The Act of Worship – mp3 Peacemakers – mp3 Who’s going to make sure you’re raised up? – mp3 How do you stand in the courtroom of God? …
Continue reading Gospel Meeting with Larry WrightThe world is filled with different races, cultures, governments, values, etc. In the midst of all the differences there are common denominators. These commonalities are the necessities of human life. No matter the race, culture, up-bringing, or values, each member of mankind has the dire need of water, food, and oxygen. Without these elements, among …
Continue reading Article: Our Relationship with the Word of God“Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you? – unless indeed you are disqualified.” – 2 Corinthians 13:5 Continued self-examination is necessary to get to heaven. “The faith which was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3) is …
Continue reading Article: Are you in the faith?Class Material: 1 Peter Outlines Audio: Below are links to the audio of the classes on 1 Peter. Introduction Audio: 1 Peter Introduction Chapter Audio 1 Peter 1 1:3-12; 1:13-25 1 Peter 2 2:1-12; 2:13-20; 2:20-25 1 Peter 3 3:1-4; 3:5-7; 3:8-16; 3:17-22 1 Peter 4 4:1-6; 4:7-11; 4:12-19 1 Peter 5 5:1-14
Continue reading Class: The First Epistle of PeterOn Facebook, and other social media sites, it is not uncommon to see various pictures of people sitting in a comfortable chair, legs elevated, a cup of coffee in hand, and an open Bible in their lap. In part, this is encouraging to see. We must have an interest in God’s word! However, it is …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: Eisegetical Study VS Exegetical StudyChrist’s disciples responded to a difficult expectation by saying “Increase our faith” (Luke 17:5). This sermon discusses the reason for their response, and Jesus’ reaction. Application is then made. Ppt: Increase our faith Outline: Increase our faith Audio: mp3
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