“And those who had laid hold of Jesus led Him away…But Peter followed Him at a distance” (Matthew 26:57-58). Peter following the Lord at a distance becomes a metaphor for how some follow Him today. Am I following Jesus at a distance? Outline – Following Jesus at a Distance Presentation – Following Jesus at a Distance …
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Paul wanted the Ephesians to know “what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe” (Ephesians 1:19). This power that raised Christ from the dead is at work in believers to their salvation, and God’s glory.
Continue reading Sermon: His Power Toward Us Who BelieveThe church in Laodicea received no praise from the Son of Man (Revelation 3:14-22). They were lukewarm, and their self-perception was completely opposite of reality. Yet, Christ stood at the door and knocked, wanting to dine with them! Presentation – The Laodicea Letter Outline – The Laodicea Letter To download, right-click on the title in …
Continue reading Sermon: The Laodicea LetterJesus knew the reputation the church in Sardis had among men, but He brought them back to reality with stinging rebuke – “you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead” (Revelation 3:1). We must not trust in empty activity, but pursue fellowship with God, and therefore, spiritual life. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: The Sardis Letter“It is a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance…” (1 Timothy 1:15). There are five statements using this formula in Paul’s epistles to Timothy and Titus. They are rich with significance and application. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Statements You Can Trust (Part 1)Despite the clear teaching of the New Testament on the necessity of baptism for salvation, some resist, citing the thief on the cross as proof that baptism is not necessary. What about the thief on the cross? Does this account nullify the necessity of baptism for the forgiveness of sins? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: What about the thief on the cross?Jesus rebuked spiritual leaders for seeking the glory of men (cf. John 5:44; 12:42-43). We must make the glory of God our greatest treasure. What does it look like to seek the glory of God? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Seeking the Glory of GodJesus is King (cf. John 18:36-37). Though many will acknowledge this fact with words they fail to do so with actions. If Christ is King, should we not submit to Him as King? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Submitting to Christ as King“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: …
Continue reading Sermon: Entering Into the Labors of Others“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…”
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