The Old Testament contains three prominent anointed positions which were shadows of the Anointed One, Jesus Christ. Jesus fulfills the roles of prophet, priest, and king. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Prophet, Priest, and KingJeremiah Cox
The Hebrew writer continues his examples of faith with Moses (cf. Hebrews 11:23-28). Much is learned about faith in consideration of this faithful servant of God’s house. It started with the faith of his parents, and progressed to his own faith being displayed in impressive ways. Moses made choices by faith with full recognition of the consequences, yet …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (5) – Moses“Open my eyes, that I may see Wondrous things from Your law.” (Psalm 119:18) God’s people should always strive for a deeper understanding of His will. This is not merely an intellectual pursuit, but one of great practical import. The words of the Psalmist indicate the need for God’s aid. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on …
Continue reading Sermon: Open My Eyes, That I May SeeThe Hebrew christians were encouraged, “For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise” (Hebrews 10:36). When God makes a promise, faith expresses full confidence through faithful activity. Hebrews 11:17-22describes the actions of faith displayed by Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph who had great confidence in …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (4) – Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and JosephThe Corinthians had responded to the gospel of God’s grace and were saved from their immoral and idolatrous sinful life. However, Paul had received reports indicating their behavior had reverted to their past ways. Paul reminds them, “And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in …
Continue reading Sermon: Washed, Sanctified, and Justified“By faith Abraham obeyed…” (Hebrews 11:8). Abraham, the father of faith, is the subject of focus for the greater part of Hebrews 11. Observing his faith provides great insight into what pleases God. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (3) – Abraham and SarahPaul prayed for the Ephesians to be strengthened in Ephesians 3:14-21. This strength is needed for Christians to walk worthy of their calling, and bring glory to God. The prayer gives us insight into what this strength is, and how it is derived, as well as what it produces within us. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: A Prayer for StrengthThe first three characters the Hebrew writer utilizes to display the faith that pleases God are Abel, Enoch, and Noah (Hebrews 11:4-7). Faith acts on God’s word, leads to right standing with God, is willing to change, is outspoken, affects others for good, and provides an example for all to follow. Ppt: Outline: To download, …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (2) – Abel, Enoch, and NoahThe epistle to the Hebrews warned the brethren of apostasy. As they were suffering persecution, the writer explained, “For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise…Now the just shall live by faith”(Hebrews 10:36, 38). An active and enduring faith is essential to pleasing God. …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (1) – The Nature and Necessity of FaithLuke recorded the activity of the church upon its establishment, “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine” (Acts 2:42). What is significant about this doctrine? If the first Christians were so focused on the apostles’ doctrine, should we be? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
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