In his time of lament after his transgression with Bathsheba, David pleaded with the Lord to forgive him. He recognized the putrid nature of sin, and that his involvement with it had tainted him. In Psalm 51, David explains the power of the Lord to cleanse us of our sins. He wrote, “Purge me with …
Continue reading Article: Whiter Than SnowJeremiah Cox
Of the letters written to the seven churches in Asia, the one addressed to Smyrna was one of two without complaint. This letter is one of immense encouragement to the church experiencing great persecution. Under the rule of Domitian, emperor worship was obligatory. The Christians in Smyrna found themselves in trials day after day, choosing …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11The Lord promises us He will not allow us to be tempted beyond what we are able, but will make way of escape (cf. 1 Corinthians 10:13). Overcoming temptation is of paramount importance in our journey home. How are we to overcome temptation? Ppt: How to Overcome Temptation Outline: How to Overcome Temptation Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: How to Overcome TemptationPeter wrote, “For this reason I will not be negligent to remind you always of these things, though you know and are established in the present truth. Yes, I think it is right, as long as I am in this tent, to stir you up by reminding you” (2 Peter 1:12-13). Constant reminders of the …
Continue reading Sermon: Stirring RemindersOn 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 StudyJude describes the false teachers as “spots in your love feasts.” He likely refers to common interaction amongst Christians due to their love for one another. This often included feasting (cf. Acts 2:46). However, we note that such feasts were forbidden in the assembly (cf. 1 Corinthians 11:17-22). These “certain men” were causing harm to …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Jude 12-15Stan uses Ecclesiastes to refute the concept of an anthropocentric universe (human centered). He then uses Revelation 4 and 5 to establish the truth of a theocentric universe (God centered). Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: A Theocentric Universe (Stan Cox)Each of us should be longing for heaven. To long for heaven is to long for spiritual things while in this physical body. This sermon discusses a few. Ppt: Longing for Heaven Outline: Longing for Heaven Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Longing for HeavenHEAVEN Live Faithfully (cf. Revelation 2:10) Be Baptized (cf. Mark 16:16; 1 Peter 3:21) Confess Christ (cf. Romans 10:9) Repent of You Sins (cf. Acts 2:38) Believe the Word (cf. Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38) Hear the Word (cf. Romans 10:17) The Bible clearly defines the steps to heaven. In order to obtain salvation each step …
Continue reading Article: Six Steps to HeavenLove is the crux of scripture. It is the cornerstone of our faith. It is paramount in our salvation. Love can be both positive, and negative. The ultimate condition is placed upon the object of our love. The Bible describes various things we are encouraged, and expected to love. However, it also reveals certain objects, …
Continue reading Article: Rightly Directed and Misdirected Love