“I sent you to reap that for which you have not labored; others have labored, and you have entered into their labors.” (John 4:38) It is important that we remember those who labored before us, and the blessings we receive from their work as we seek to continue it with our own labors. Ppt: Outline: …
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“Therefore, brethren, having boldness to enter the Holiest…let us draw near…” (Hebrews 10:19, 22). The book of Hebrews is filled with encouraging truths about the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. These give Christians boldness to approach Godl Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Boldness to Enter the HoliestThe Hebrew writer concluded his chapter on faith by noting the fact that there are numerous other examples he had not addressed. The history of God’s people is rich with multitudes of men and women who faithfully served God. The writer then points the readers to their main focus in faith, Jesus Christ. Ppt: Outline: To …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (7) – The Others and UsThe leadership of Moses was instrumental in the exodus from Egypt, but without the faith of the Israelites there would not have been deliverance. God requires us to move forward at His word by faith. This pattern continued with the nation’s conquest of the promised land, and even applied to those few inhabitants of the land …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (6) – The Israelites and RahabThe Hebrew writer continues his examples of faith with Moses (cf. Hebrews 11:23-28). Much is learned about faith in consideration of this faithful servant of God’s house. It started with the faith of his parents, and progressed to his own faith being displayed in impressive ways. Moses made choices by faith with full recognition of the consequences, yet …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (5) – MosesThe Hebrew christians were encouraged, “For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise” (Hebrews 10:36). When God makes a promise, faith expresses full confidence through faithful activity. Hebrews 11:17-22describes the actions of faith displayed by Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph who had great confidence in …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (4) – Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and JosephThe Corinthians had responded to the gospel of God’s grace and were saved from their immoral and idolatrous sinful life. However, Paul had received reports indicating their behavior had reverted to their past ways. Paul reminds them, “And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in …
Continue reading Sermon: Washed, Sanctified, and Justified“By faith Abraham obeyed…” (Hebrews 11:8). Abraham, the father of faith, is the subject of focus for the greater part of Hebrews 11. Observing his faith provides great insight into what pleases God. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (3) – Abraham and SarahThe first three characters the Hebrew writer utilizes to display the faith that pleases God are Abel, Enoch, and Noah (Hebrews 11:4-7). Faith acts on God’s word, leads to right standing with God, is willing to change, is outspoken, affects others for good, and provides an example for all to follow. Ppt: Outline: To download, …
Continue reading Sermon: By Faith (2) – Abel, Enoch, and NoahThe epistle to the Hebrews warned the brethren of apostasy. As they were suffering persecution, the writer explained, “For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise…Now the just shall live by faith”(Hebrews 10:36, 38). An active and enduring faith is essential to pleasing God. …
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