“Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you are disqualified.” (2 Corinthians 13:5) The importance of self-examination cannot be overemphasized. A Christian cannot be faithful without the practice. How are we to examine ourselves? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
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“Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” (1 Timothy 4:12) Paul places the responsibility on Timothy. The youth are to live in such a way that provides no occasion for their youthfulness to be despised. Ppt: Outline: To …
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The first epistle to the Thessalonians begins with a thankful remembrance of the faith displayed by the recipients of the letter. It impresses us with the power of our actions. Even the great apostle Paul was astounded by the faith of these brethren. Genuine faith can reach beyond the limits of our known geography. Paul …
Continue reading The Thessalonians’ ExampleThere is an age-old dispute concerning the deity and humanity of Jesus. Some suggest He is one or the other, but cannot be both. The eyes of faith trust the assertion of scripture that Jesus was God in the flesh (cf. John 1:1, 14). This sermon considers some practical needs we have for the humanity …
Continue reading Sermon: The Humanity of JesusJesus has given us assurance of His and the Father’s protection – “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater …
Continue reading Sermon: The Divine Protection“Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12). This sermon considers the 6 matters in which Paul instructed Timothy to be an example. (NOTE: This was a sermon presented in two parts, but the second …
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Having just described his attitude of pressing on to the “goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” (v. 14), Paul encouraged the brethren to follow his example. He does not mean he is the standard, but as he wrote to the Corinthians, “Imitate me, just as I also imitate …
Continue reading Philippians 3:17-4:1“He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed” (Proverbs 13:20). We should seriously consider who we associate with, for our companions will greatly influence us. It is beneficial to walk with those who, through age and experience, have gained wisdom. They have something to offer that …
Continue reading Sermon: Walk with the WiseThe reign of king Josiah is considered, and applications are made for the Christian. Ppt: The Reign of King Josiah Outline: The Reign of King Josiah Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Reign of King JosiahGenesis 4 records the story of the first brothers, Cain and Abel. They offered God sacrifices, and only Abel’s was respected. In jealous anger, Cain murdered his brother. Several lessons can be learned from this account. Ppt: Cain and Abel Outline: Cain and Abel Download: mp3
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