In Matthew 12:22-30, Jesus was accused of casting out demons by the power of Satan. His response pointed out the logical failure of the argument, and the only logical conclusion of the truth. Similarly, with all error there is a logical failure, and the truth always wins. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title …
Continue reading Sermon: A House Divided Against Itself Will Not Stand – The Logical Failure of ErrorJeremiah Cox
The Hebrew writer exhorted the brethren to strengthen each other in the time of chastening so none would be lost spiritually (Hebrews 12:12-17). Not only would the apostasy of one be devastating to that individual, but it could defile many. We must seek to prevent roots of bitterness from springing up. Ppt: Outline: To download, …
Continue reading Sermon: Preventing Roots of BitternessThe changed lives devoted to Christ the Corinthians were living was Paul’s letter of commendation as an apostle (cf. 2 Corinthians 3:1-3). They were truly an epistle of Christ. Are you? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Are you an epistle of Christ?Some in the church have provided for a perverted unity (in diversity) in the pursuit of unauthorized fellowship with others. This has consequentially led to a perverted idea of truth, and our ability to understand it alike. The repercussions of these erroneous views are enormous. We must return to the foundation of what God requires …
Continue reading Sermon: Truth, Understanding, Unity, and FellowshipJesus called His disciples to look up and see the harvest as the Samaritans came to Him (cf. John 4). He noted, “I sent you to reap that for which you have not labored; others have labored, and you have entered into their labors.” (John 4:38) We, too, must realize we have entered into the …
Continue reading Sermon: Reaping That for Which You Have Not LaboredAfter the locust swarm consumed everything in the land, God called for His people to repent of their sins lest a greater day of destruction come. He told them, “So rend your heart, and not your garments; Return to the LORD your God, For He is gracious and merciful, Slow to anger, and of great …
Continue reading Sermon: Rend Your Heart, Not Your GarmentsJohn the baptizer is an excellent example of what it means to be a servant of Christ and God. He did nothing more or less than what God appointed him to do, and was content in doing so. He humbly receded to the background when Jesus arrived. We, too, must possess the humility of John …
Continue reading Sermon: He must increase, but I must decreaseGod has equipped His people with the power to endure. This comes from the understanding of the difference between what is seen and what is not seen. Paul demonstrated such as he contrasted the “light affliction,” and the “eternal weight of glory” (2 Corinthians 4:16-18). The children of God are blessed with the hope of …
Continue reading Sermon: The Eternal Weight of GloryDuring the holiday season there is a lot of talk about keeping the focus on the true meaning of the season. There are churches that make it seem they are emphasizing the spiritual during this time of year. However, their focus on the physical, social matters shows otherwise. They view the gospel through the social …
Continue reading Sermon: The Failure of the Social Gospel“Through wisdom a house is built, And by understanding it is established; By knowledge the rooms are filled With all precious and pleasant riches.” (Proverbs 24:3-4) If we want our homes to flourish we will put God first, and value His wisdom. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and …
Continue reading Sermon: The House Filled with Riches