In 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 …
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Many 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). …
Continue reading Sermon: The Confirmation and Witness of the GospelThis two part sermon discusses the command and authority for elders, the need for them, and the qualifications. Part two deals with a congregation’s responsibility toward the eldership that rules over them. Outline: Elders in Every Church Audio (Part 1): mp3 Audio (Part 2): mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Elders in Every ChurchThis sermon briefly discusses God’s marriage law, and one exception for divorce. Outline: Married For Life, With One Exception Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Married For Life, With One ExceptionThe world has a view of preaching that is contrary to scripture. Instead of trying to please men we must get back to the type of teaching described in the New Testament. Ppt: Gospel Preaching Outline: Gospel Preaching Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Gospel PreachingThe title given Jesus, “the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings and Lord of lords” (1 Timothy 6:15) notes the authority of Christ. This lesson discusses that authority. Ppt: The only Potentate, King of kings and Lord of lords Outline: The only Potentate, King of kings and Lord of lords Audio: mp3
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Christ’s church is seen on a universal level (ALL Christians), and a local level (LOCAL groups of Christians). This sermon discusses the membership of Christ’s church, and local congregations. Ephesians 4:11-16 is discussed to show how the church carries out the “equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the …
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