Jesus has shown us that the path to heaven is already difficult (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). There is much we have to sacrifice and overcome to reach the Promised Land. However, God has also assured us of the certainty of salvation if we put our trust in Him. Yet, at times we may feel it is …
Continue reading Sermon: Why is it so hard to be faithful?Discipleship
Some seem to become embittered toward the requirements and restrictions of God’s word. They dislike the Lord’s restraints. However, we must constantly be reminded why the Lord has taken us prisoner to do His will. He has captured us that we may capture the prize (cf. Philippians 3:12). Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the …
Continue reading Sermon: Captured to Capture“He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked.” (1 John 2:6) This sermon breaks down the principles of “abiding in Him” as seen in this verse. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Theory and Practice – Abiding in HimThe Bible describes the people of the present age as those who “will be lovers of themselves…boasters, proud…without self-control…lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God.” (2 Timothy 3:1-5) We must acknowledge that most of the encouragement from the world will be tainted with this mindset. We must rather listen to what Jesus tells us. …
Continue reading Sermon: What the World Tells You VS What Jesus Tells YouIn Matthew 18, Jesus answered a dispute among the disciples about greatness in the kingdom with the call to become as a little child. Jesus saw children as incredible examples for His followers to emulate. Among their characteristics discussed in Matthew 18 are humility and purity. This lesson considers four others in addition. Ppt: Like Little …
Continue reading Sermon: Like Little ChildrenIn Luke 22:39-46 Jesus is recorded as withdrawing “a stone’s throw” from Peter, James and John to pray. His request was that they watched and prayed with Him. But although they were only a stone’s throw away, their minds were miles and miles away as they slumbered during Jesus’ greatest hour of trial. Christians need …
Continue reading Sermon: A Stone’s Throw, Yet So Far“And the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch” (Acts 11:26). “Christian” is a divinely designated title. It is not a term to be used flippantly. Many claim to be Christians, but they do not meet the described conditions of scripture. Some are ashamed of the name, but don’t realize the blessing and privilege of …
Continue reading Sermon: Disciples Were Called “Christians”The Dead Sea has some unique qualities which serve as an image of a stagnant disciple. As Christians, we cannot be like the Dead Sea, taking and taking without ever giving. Ppt: The Dead Sea Disciple Outline: The Dead Sea Disciple To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Dead Sea DiscipleThis sermon discusses the character trait of dependability. Christians are to be dependable. They are to be faithful. Can God depend on us? Can the brethren depend on us? Ppt: Dependability Outline: Dependability To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Dependability“He must increase, but I must decrease” (John 3:30). John the baptist showed noble character upon the arrival of Jesus. He understood his place in God’s plan, and wanted nothing more. He prepared a path for Christ in the hearts of the Jews, and was joyed to see Him come. We, too, should emulate the …
Continue reading Sermon: He must increase, but I must decrease