“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.” (1 Corinthians 9:24). The apostle Paul alludes to athletic games in the Hellenic world which attracted audiences like our own in America. The Isthmian games were well …
Continue reading Article: Run to WinJeremiah Cox
The scripture continually comforts us with the remembrance of access granted Christians to the Father. Jesus is the one Mediator and Advocate Who has allowed us such access by His righteous act of being the propitiation for our sins (cf. 2:1-2; 1 Timothy 2:5). We can have confidence in our prayers ascending to the throne …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17Some contend Peter did not write this letter. The argument is without sufficient evidence. The greeting, along with other internal evidence, shows Peter was the author. He makes note of his position of servitude he is in with his audience, but also gives his authority for the instruction in the letter. He is an “apostle …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4Paul told Timothy to be an example to the believers (cf. 1 Timothy 4:12). We should be careful as to whether we are being a good or bad example. There are a few areas Paul instructed Timothy to be an example in, and these are considered. Ppt: The Power of an Example Outline: The Power …
Continue reading Sermon: The Power of an ExampleJohn 13 records Jesus teaching His disciples an important lesson during the Passover Feast. He performed a servant’s task – He washed their feet. He explained afterward, “If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet” (John 13:14). Ppt: Washing Each Other’s Feet Outline: Washing …
Continue reading Sermon: Washing Each Other’s FeetSocial media has shown itself to be a convenient way to communicate and keep up with family and friends. Facebook is perhaps the most popular, or at least used to be. It provides us the ability to keep “followers” up to date with our latest interests and activities. There is immense potential for good to …
Continue reading Article: “What’s on your mind?”Contentment is an interesting quality. It is attainable by anyone no matter what gender, race, income, etc. It is completely independent of all outward circumstances. Just as Paul wrote, “I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in …
Continue reading Article: Content with ChristAfter discussing the topic of suffering for doing what is good, Peter gives an exhortation to elders. They are to be leading the flock in such circumstances of adversity. Peter can relate to their position for he is also an elder and has suffered for doing what is good. His future holds the glory promised …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4The apostle Paul played an important role in the work of the church in the first century. Chosen by the Lord to serve in this capacity, the apostle serves as a monument to several truths. Ppt: Paul’s Monuments Outline: Paul’s Monuments Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Paul’s MonumentsAfter feeding the five-thousand in John 6, Jesus used the situation to teach those who were following Him. They were laboring for food which perishes instead of that which endured to eternal life. After further explaining they reacted by saying, “This is a hard saying; who can understand it?” (John 6:60). The sermon discusses the …
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