“Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, ‘If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free’” (John 8:31-32). The world in general disagrees with Jesus’ statement about a truth that all can know. The concept of relative truth …
Continue reading Sermon: We Can Know the TruthJeremiah Cox
“Memento Mori” is Latin for, “remember [that you have] to die.” It is used as a noun to refer to objects which warn, or remind of death. While it seems like an ominous and morbid term, it is greatly needed today, as has always been the case. The Preacher wrote, “Better to go to the …
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As in 2 John 1, John referred to himself as “the Elder.” This could refer to his age, his position of authority as an apostle of the Lord, or even his relation to the addressed Gaius, who John considered his spiritual child. John showed great affection for Gaius in his use of “beloved,” but more …
Continue reading 3 John 1-41 Samuel 17 records the story of David and Goliath. This familiar account is considered, and some points with application are made. Ppt: Lessons From David and Goliath Outline: Lessons From David and Goliath Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Lessons From David and GoliathGod’s word gives guidance to our lives. Everything we do can be directed by the Scriptures in some way. This is especially so with regard to the planning we do in various facets of our lives. James touched on this concept in the fourth chapter of his epistle. The lesson considers the text of James …
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Men draw up plans for various facets of their lives. There are times when these plans find success, and times when things do not pan out. The lack of control men have is manifest in the frequency of their failed plans. Sometimes big plans fall through, and sometimes small. Regardless of the time and effort …
Continue reading Facebook: Just Like He Planned John noted his joy in that he found his readers walking in the truth (v. 4). This joy comes from the fact that walking in the truth, or abiding in the “doctrine of Christ,” puts us in fellowship with God, and Jesus (v. 9). On the other hand, he rejoices in what they are not …
Continue reading 2 John 9-13Matthew 17:1-9 records the transfiguration of Jesus. The significance of this event is closely related to the discussions Jesus had six days before. This sermon considers the event. Ppt: The Transfiguration of Jesus Outline: The Transfiguration of Jesus Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Transfiguration of JesusCan we be sure of our standing with God? Can we know that, upon our demise or Jesus’ return, we will be “found by Him in peace” (2 Peter 3:14)? The readers of John’s 1st epistle lacked confidence in their standing with God because of the deceivers in their midst. John wrote, “These things I …
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While hanging upon the cross, before “He breathed His last,” Jesus said, “Father, ‘into Your hands I commit My spirit’” (Luke 23:46). It is interesting that the Hebrew writer penned, “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God” (Hebrews 10:31). It is noted that Jesus COMMITTED His spirit into …
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