Acts 3 records the healing of the lame man who “laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful” (v. 2). Those who witnessed the lame man walking at the side of Peter and John were “greatly amazed” (v. 11). This opened a door of opportunity for Peter to speak about the Christ to the ones …
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“for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” (Luke 19:10) This verse stands for the theme of the gospel. Jesus came to save sinners (cf. 1 Timothy 1:15). It provides great comfort to know our Creator is so concerned with our eternity. When Jesus entered flesh, He did …
Continue reading Facebook: Seeking is a Two-Way StreetThe work and position of elders, pastors/shepherds, bishops/overseers are considered in light of appointing qualified men to the office according to Scripture. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…” The sermon of Part 1 in the video above begins at the 38:16 mark. The sermon …
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While Paul waited for Silas and Timothy in Athens, “his spirit was provoked within him when he saw that the city was given over to idols” (Acts 17:16). To illustrate the state of that city, the Holy Spirit used the word, kateidōlos. The word is used only in this place. It means “utterly idolatrous” (Strong). Athens was “wholly given …
Continue reading TranscendenceGod’s plan is to save man through the gospel – the written inspired word. Has God’s word been preserved for us today? Has it been corrupted? Can we trust that what we have is what God wanted us to have? Through His providence, God has ensured that we have His entire word preserved for us …
Continue reading Sermon: Inspiration and Providence (Part 6 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of ScriptureJohn the Baptist was held in high regard by Jesus (cf. Matthew 11:11). His ministry was important, and his character was impressive. John 3:22-30 displays the magnificent attitude and character behind the one who prepared the way for the Lord. We should imitate him. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track …
Continue reading Sermon: He Must Increase, but I Must Decrease
In the first four chapters of Paul’s first Corinthian letter, he dealt with sectarianism and pride amongst his readers. Some were saying, “’I am of Paul,’ or ‘I am of Apollos,’ or ‘I am of Cephas,’ or ‘I am of Christ’” (1 Corinthians 1:12). In doing so they were exalting themselves above others. This caused strife, and …
Continue reading Received, Not AchievedGod’s plan is to save man through the gospel – the written inspired word. Has God’s word been preserved for us today? Has it been corrupted? Can we trust that what we have is what God wanted us to have? Through His providence, God has ensured that we have His entire word preserved for us …
Continue reading Sermon: Inspiration and Providence (Part 5 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of Scripture“So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.” (James 1:19-20) How we react to, and interact with God’s word is of great importance. James tells us what to do. Ppt: Outline: To download, …
Continue reading Sermon: Swift to Hear, Slow to Speak, Slow to Wrath
The earth rotates, revolves around the sun, and time continues. With the constant change in time there is a constant change in the events of life. These changes in life do not always work to our favor. In fact, the writer of Ecclesiastes explained, “I returned and saw under the sun that – The race is …
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