The call to spread the gospel to the lost and dying world is given to each individual Christian, and to the church collectively. The task can be daunting, and Christians often shrink from it. The words of Paul in 1 Corinthians 3:5-17 give insight into the nature of sowing the seed of God’s word, and our involvment …
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The death of king Josiah is given more detail in 2 Chronicles 35 (cf. 2 Chronicles 35:20-25). The account shows that God spoke to Josiah through Necho, the king of Egypt. God was warning the king not to meddle with His affairs. The account demonstrates how Josiah meddled with God, and we should avoid doing the same. …
Continue reading Sermon: Refrain from Meddling with GodThe Hebrew writer concluded his chapter on faith by noting the fact that there are numerous other examples he had not addressed. The history of God’s people is rich with multitudes of men and women who faithfully served God. The writer then points the readers to their main focus in faith, Jesus Christ. Ppt: Outline: To …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (7) – The Others and UsThe leadership of Moses was instrumental in the exodus from Egypt, but without the faith of the Israelites there would not have been deliverance. God requires us to move forward at His word by faith. This pattern continued with the nation’s conquest of the promised land, and even applied to those few inhabitants of the land …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (6) – The Israelites and RahabThe Old Testament contains three prominent anointed positions which were shadows of the Anointed One, Jesus Christ. Jesus fulfills the roles of prophet, priest, and king. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Prophet, Priest, and KingThe Hebrew writer continues his examples of faith with Moses (cf. Hebrews 11:23-28). Much is learned about faith in consideration of this faithful servant of God’s house. It started with the faith of his parents, and progressed to his own faith being displayed in impressive ways. Moses made choices by faith with full recognition of the consequences, yet …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (5) – Moses“Open my eyes, that I may see Wondrous things from Your law.” (Psalm 119:18) God’s people should always strive for a deeper understanding of His will. This is not merely an intellectual pursuit, but one of great practical import. The words of the Psalmist indicate the need for God’s aid. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on …
Continue reading Sermon: Open My Eyes, That I May SeeThe Hebrew christians were encouraged, “For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise” (Hebrews 10:36). When God makes a promise, faith expresses full confidence through faithful activity. Hebrews 11:17-22describes the actions of faith displayed by Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph who had great confidence in …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (4) – Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and JosephThe Corinthians had responded to the gospel of God’s grace and were saved from their immoral and idolatrous sinful life. However, Paul had received reports indicating their behavior had reverted to their past ways. Paul reminds them, “And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in …
Continue reading Sermon: Washed, Sanctified, and Justified“By faith Abraham obeyed…” (Hebrews 11:8). Abraham, the father of faith, is the subject of focus for the greater part of Hebrews 11. Observing his faith provides great insight into what pleases God. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (3) – Abraham and Sarah