How can we grow numerically? How can we grow spiritually? How can we eradicate apathy? How can we bridge the gap between the elderly and the youth? How do we ensure evangelical success? These are a few of many reappearing questions in the minds of the spiritually discerned, and concerned. This mindset is admirable. We …
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I recently came across an article that sarcastically praised Joel Osteen for his modern gospel message. The author pointed out many scriptures that differed from Osteen’s preaching. He sarcastically stated that if there were differences, it is the apostles that must be wrong, for their message is not applicable to the times. For that reason, …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: The Pattern Can ChangeThe great commission given to the disciples by Jesus is also applicable to Christians today. Within the great commission there are four “all’s” that are both instructive, and encouraging. Outline: All’s of the Great Commission Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: “All”‘s of the Great CommissionSermon audio of March 8-11 gospel meeting with Roy Fenner of Highlands, Texas. What is Faith? (Class) Roy uses Hebrews 11 to discuss the concept of faith, how it looks, and what it does for the one who has it. Audio: mp3 Church Membership Matters Roy discusses responsibilities of members of the Lord’s body, and …
Continue reading Gospel Meeting With Roy FennerWhile defending his authority in Christ, Paul described the weapons of spiritual warfare as “mighty in God for…bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). This sermon discusses this concept and how it relates to Christians. Ppt: Taking Every Thought Captive Outline: Taking Every Thought Captive Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Taking Every Thought CaptiveIn Paul’s first letter to young Timothy he labels the church as “the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). This language paints an image of the church that must be understood. Truth is that which always has been, and always will be. It is objective in nature, and therefore is independent of …
Continue reading Article: The Pillar and Ground of the TruthMany individuals claim to have a relationship with Jesus. This relationship is on their own terms. What does the Bible say about Christ’s relationship with believers? Does this relationship match the one you claim to have? Ppt: Having A Relationship With Christ Outline: Having A Relationship With Christ Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Having A Relationship With ChristJesus said to “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). What does it mean to seek God’s righteousness? This lesson discusses that topic. Ppt: Seeking God’s Righteousness Outline: Seeking God’s Righteousness Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Seeking God’s RighteousnessA large sect of the religious world hold’s to the concept of subjective guidance via the Holy Spirit. In other words, “I know this is right. I feel it! God spoke to me!” This is a popular fallacy to follow. If one claim’s that God spoke directly to them, who can say otherwise? However, this …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: God Speaks Apart from the BibleThe Hebrew writer warns his readers about drifting away. He makes the argument that disobedience was punished under the old law, and disobedience surely will be punished under the new. The gospel has not only been spoken by the Lord Himself, but was confirmed by the apostles, and God also bore witness (cf. Hebrews 2:1-4). …
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