John 1:1-5 is a powerful text that reveals evidence of Jesus’ nature, and purpose. Also, within those 5 verses we see an infallible, and indestructible plan for mankind. Ppt: In The Beginning Was The Word: A Plan For Mankind Outline: In The Beginning Was The Word: A Plan For Mankind Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: In The Beginning Was The Word: A Plan For MankindJeremiah Cox
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). We live in a world of darkness, and “he who walks in darkness does not know where he is going” (John 12:35). Without light we would be utterly lost and without hope. However, just as light shining in a …
Continue reading Article: A Light To My PathJohn chapter 13 records an important event in the life of Jesus. In the moments leading up to His death on the cross, Jesus took time to teach His disciples some final lessons. “[Jesus] rose from supper and laid aside His garments, took a towel and girded Himself. After that, He poured water into a …
Continue reading Article: “If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me”The text records events “before the Feast of the Passover” (v. 1). Jesus final moments before His imminent death He took as an opportunity to teach His disciples. Contained in these seventeen verses is a lesson of paramount importance to our salvation, and our lives of discipleship in this foreign land. “After that, He poured …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: John 13:1-17Class 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 the road to Damascus the Lord appeared to Saul. Luke’s record reveals, “Then Saul arose from the ground, and when his eyes were opened he saw no one…and he was three days without sight” (Acts 9:8-9). Saul was blind, but his eyes were opened to some things after his encounter with Christ. Outline: Saul’s …
Continue reading Sermon: Saul’s Blind SightAs Christians we are identified with Jesus. This identity is not, and should not be, secretive. It should be apparent to the world that we are identified with Jesus. Ppt: Identified With Jesus Outline: Identified With Jesus Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Identified With JesusMany in the religious world falsely claim to have the gift of speaking in tongues. This spiritual gift was among the most popular in the first century (cf. 1 Corinthians 14), and is apparently sought after today. However, by “rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15) an honest heart comes to the realization …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: Biblical Tongue Speaking Occurs TodayRecently, while waiting in line to buy a drink at a gas station, I noticed a tattoo on the back of a girl’s neck. The tattoo read, “Love is a gamble.” Sadly, this sentiment is expressed by many. Fortunately, the love to which this tattoo refers is not the same with which our Creator loves …
Continue reading Article: Love Never FailsThe given text records Jesus appealing to His disciples as light. Jesus is light come into the world to expose the darkness (cf. John 1:4-5). As followers of His, we must let His light shine in us! This requires a boldness to let our light shine, rather than covering it up. In order to become …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Luke 11:33-36