Despite the example of the northern nation of Israel (cf. Jeremiah 3:6-10), and numerous warnings from God with calls to repentance, Judah was carried into Babylonian captivity. In 586 B.C., Jerusalem and the temple were destroyed. Lamentations is a book of dirges reflecting on the destruction witnessed by the prophet. However, the darkness of the …
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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 …
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After facing the Sanhedrin, Jesus was bound and sent to Pontius Pilate, governor of Judea (cf. Matthew 27:1-2). With several false accusations brought against Jesus, and upon questioning Him personally, Pilate determined His innocence (cf. Luke 23:4; John 18:38). After learning Jesus belonged to Herod’s jurisdiction, Pilate sent Him over, and Herod sent Him back …
Continue reading Facebook: What will you do with Jesus?The Hebrew epistle is addressed to Christians experiencing difficult times of adversity. They were being persecuted for their faith. They allowed this to shrink their faith. They had “forgotten the exhortation which speaks to [them] as to sons: ‘My son, do not despise the chastening of the Lord, Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by …
Continue reading Sermon: The Chastening of the LordWhen a man came to Jesus with a request showing his preoccupation with earthly matters, Jesus spoke a parable to impress him that life is not about these things. Life is about being rich toward God (cf. Luke 12:13-21) Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link …
Continue reading Sermon: Rich Toward GodThe Bible stresses the importance of a heart fully surrendered and devoted to God. Everything God requires us to be necessitates a changed heart. Is our heart what it should be? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Is thy heart right with God?James speaks of a faith that is “made perfect” (James 2:22). What is perfect faith? The entire chapter of James 2 demonstrates this kind of faith. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Perfect Faith“Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and were edified. And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, they were multiplied.” (Acts 9:31) Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: A Period of Peace and ProgressPaul exhorted the Roman brethren to respond to God’s mercies by making themselves a living sacrifice (cf. Romans 12:1-2). What is the spiritual life of service to God which He requires? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Living Sacrifice“Truly God is good to Israel, To such as are pure in heart.” (Psalm 73:1) The Psalm pictures a struggle of faith. There is doubt concerning the way of righteousness when the wicked are seen to prosper. But in a time of doubt, God is sought, and faith increases. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on …
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