Paul begins his second letter to the church at Corinth with an affirmation of his apostleship. This statement was necessary because of the claim that his writing was inspired (cf. 1 Corinthians 2:10). This is a recurring introduction of Paul’s seen in his other epistles (cf. 1 Corinthians 1:1; Ephesians 1:1; Colossians 1:1; 1 and …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-2Jeremiah Cox
The apostle Paul begins this text by referencing the time he came to the Corinthians (Acts 18). He said he was with them in “weakness, in fear, and in much trembling” (v. 3). Paul experienced these emotions while in Corinth because of the reputation the Greeks had for the love of philosophy. When the Jews …
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I have personally heard a Christian say they wish they had never been taught a certain something was wrong. They wished they could partake in the worldly pleasure and maintain a good conscience. In short, they were claiming that ignorance is bliss. This mindset is the complete opposite of what a Christian should have. We …
Continue reading Article: Is Ignorance Bliss? “These six things the Lord hates, yes, seven are an abomination to Him” (Proverbs 6:16). The seven abominable things seen in Proverbs 6 are discussed. Applications are made for Christians. Ppt: The Abominable Seven Outline: The Abominable Seven Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Abominable Seven Jude exhorts the saints to “contend earnestly for the faith” (Jude 3). The sermon discusses some reasons why we must contend for the faith, and how to contend for the faith. Ppt: Contend for the Faith Outline: Contend for the Faith Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Contend for the Faith A Christian has the responsibility to teach the Word of God to all that are in the world. Brad discusses the different tools given by God to be successful in this effort. Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Tools (Brad Bennett) Brandon examines the two ways described by Jesus in Matthew 7:13-14. “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there …
Continue reading Sermon: The Narrow Way (Brandon Chiasson) There are 5 verses in the New Testament that contain the phrase “This is a faithful saying…” These verses are examined and applied. Outline: This is a Faithful Saying… Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: This is a Faithful Saying Israel’s defeat at Ai (Joshua 7) is examined. Applications are made for Christians. Outline: Victory in the Lord Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Victory in the Lord The home was established by God “in the beginning.” In order to have a successful home that is pleasing to God we must look to scripture for instruction. What is the role of the man, woman, and children? Part two of a two part lesson. Ppt: The Christian Home Outline: The Christian Home Audio: mp3
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