Paul prayed for the spiritual growth of the Ephesians by asking that God would grant them a “spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him…that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the exceeding …
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“The way of man is not in himself; it is not in man who walks to direct his own steps” (Jeremiah 10:23). This takes humility to accept. The world has rejected this view of life. It is considered demeaning to depend on the guidance of another. Weakness and inferiority is displayed in the pursuit of counsel. …
Continue reading Wise Counsel2 Samuel 12 records Nathan confronting David for his series of sins. The text teaches us several things concerning sin, God’s word, personal accountability, and forgiveness. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select, “Save link as…” The sermon in the video above begins at the 2:54:25 mark.
Continue reading Sermon: You are the ManIn discipleship, we must not only have a proper understanding of the principles involved (the right theory), but we must put those into practice. It is not enough to claim to abide in Him, but we must know the method of such, and apply it to our lives (cf. 1 John 2:6). Ppt: Outline: To …
Continue reading Sermon: Theory and Practice – Abiding in HimGod’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 8 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of ScriptureGod’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 7 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of ScriptureThe 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 …
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