The life of a Christian is full of decisions. We must constantly be aware of the broad way and the narrow way, always having the perspective to choose the latter (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). This lesson discusses some various choices Christians must make. Ppt: Some Forks In The Road Outline: Some Forks in the Road To …
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The concept and importance of zeal is discussed. In addition, absent, misdirected, and properly directed zeal are compared. We must be the “special people [of God], zealous for good works” (Titus 2:14). Ppt: Zeal Outline: Zeal To download audio go to the sermon archives. Right-click “mp3” link and choose “Save As…”
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In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul admonished the church of God at Corinth for maintaining fellowship with a brother involved in sexual immorality. His instructions were clear then, and are now. “Deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus” …
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Covetousness is prevalent in the culture of which we are a part. It is a sin that is belittled by many, but is extremely ungodly. By inspiration Paul placed it on the same plane as idolatry (cf. Colossians 3:5). We should avoid covetousness because “those who practice such things are deserving of death” (Romans 1:32). …
Continue reading Sermon: CovetousnessIn Genesis 16, Hagar called the well where she talked with God, “Beer Lahai Roi”, asking “Have I also here seen Him who sees me?” From this story we learn: 1) God sees our affliction; and, 2) God also makes Himself seen/known. Ppt: Beer Lahai Roi Outline: Beer Lahai Roi Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Beer Lahai RoiPaul 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 FeetThe 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 …
Continue reading Sermon: “This is a hard saying”Paul aptly and concisely summarizes the mystery of godliness in his first letter to Timothy. He describes the mystery as great, as it is that which reveals the way to fellowship with God. “And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen by angels, …
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