“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.” (1 Corinthians 9:24). The apostle Paul alludes to athletic games in the Hellenic world which attracted audiences like our own in America. The Isthmian games were well …
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After the healing of the lame man in Acts 3, in the fourth chapter, Peter and John were identified by the Sanhedrin as having been with Jesus. Their firm conviction in Christ, and the manner of living it translated to made their discipleship apparent. Ours should be as well. Are you Identified With Jesus? Ppt: …
Continue reading Sermon: Identified With JesusWe as Christians must seek to imitate the Divine. What if God were like you? Does your life add up to the standard? Ppt: What If? Outline: What If? Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: What if?Longing for heaven is manifest in desire and action while living on earth. If someone is longing for heaven it will be apparent by how they live. Ppt: Longing for Heaven Outline: Longing for Heaven Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Longing For HeavenMary is a woman that exemplifies maintaining proper perspective. She is a role model whose actions speak of immense focus, and fidelity. She is seen at the feet of Jesus on three separate occasions, showing her dependence upon her Lord. To learn – “And [Martha] had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus’ …
Continue reading Article: At His FeetPaul described the church as “the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). This sermon discusses the concept of the church serving God in this capacity. Ppt: The Pillar and Ground of the Truth Outline: The Pillar and Ground of the Truth Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Pillar and Ground of the TruthAlthough Paul planned to come to Timothy shortly he wrote him a letter in case of a delay. He did not think it appropriate to risk putting off his instruction for Timothy as a young preacher, and the people he would be teaching. Paul’s instruction concerned conduct in the house of God/church of the living …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-161 Samuel 2-4 records the actions of Eli and his sons. His sons were corrupt priests who serve as an example of how we shouldn’t act. We can learn from Eli’s reaction to their evil deeds, and from his admirable interest and concern for the things of God. Ppt: Eli and His Sons Outline: Eli …
Continue reading Sermon: Eli and His SonsIt is encouraging to see younger generations develop a zeal for God and His word. It is paramount with regard to the future of the church. We do not want to make the same mistake Israel made – “When all that generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation arose after them who did …
Continue reading Article: Are you sure you love the gospel, or do you love a philosophy?“Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.” – 2 Timothy 3:12 – “Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in this matter.” – 1 Peter 4:16 – Jesus had a task for His twelve disciples. As the incarnate …
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