The church is a part of God’s eternal purpose in Christ (Ephesians 3:10-11). Paul’s description of the church in his letter to Timothy shows its importance, and work. It is “the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). Outline – The …
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Paul intended to send Timothy to Philippi to know of their state. As he wrote to the Philippians concerning these plans, he noted Timothy’s proven character (Philippians 2:19-24). Timothy is a character worthy of our imitation. Outline – The Proven Character of Timothy Presentation – The Proven Character of Timothy
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The sixth and final elementary principle of Christ listed by the Hebrew writer is “eternal judgment” (Hebrews 6:2). Throughout time, God has demonstrated judgments against sinful rebellion. These point to a final eternal judgment we must anticipate and prepare for. Outline – The Elementary Principles of Christ (7) – Judgment Presentation – The Elementary Principles of Christ …
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The Holy Spirit shifts from the predicaments of Joseph to the case of Judah’s immorality with Tamar in Genesis 38. Though at first reading this seems out of place, one finds Judah is juxtaposed with Joseph in chapter 39. This contrast is beneficial to consider. Outline – The Juxtaposition of Judah and Joseph Presentation – …
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The fifth elementary principle of Christ listed by the Hebrew writer is “resurrection of the dead” (Hebrews 6:2). Resurrection is an indispensable part of the gospel. Without an understanding of and belief in resurrection we cannot progress the way God intends. Outline – The Elementary Principles of Christ (6) – Resurrection Presentation – The Elementary …
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In life we make plans. How should we plan as Christians? How could worldliness affect our planning? James details a type of worldly planning which Christians should avoid (James 4:13-17). Outline – Life Planning Presentation – Life Planning
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The fourth elementary principle listed by the Hebrew writer is “of laying on of hands” (Hebrews 6:2). One who has repented of sins, turned in faith to God, and has his sins washed in baptism needs nourishment for growth. Revelation in the early church included “laying on of hands.” Outline – The Elementary Principles of …
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From the beginning to the end, the Bible reveals a reoccurring theme of the altar. The altar was central to the Jewish economy, but the Hebrew writer encouraged Christians saying, “We have an altar” (Hebrews 13:10). What is this altar and what is its significance? Outline – We Have an Altar Presentation – We Have …
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The third elementary principle listed by the Hebrew writer is “the doctrine of baptisms” (Hebrews 6:2). The shadow of the Old Testament is filled with “various washings” (Hebrews 9:10) which point to the true washing in Jesus’ blood accessed in baptism. Outline – The Elementary Principles of Christ (4) – Baptisms Presentation – The Elementary Principles of Christ (4) …
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Love is to be in truth and shown in keeping the truth. However, when the truth advances it is always met with opposition. The Christian must make sure they are in the truth rather than against it. Outline – God’s Truth and Our Love Presentation – God’s Truth & Our Love
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