Obedience, election, and grace are Biblical terms which are intimately related. The evidence for their cohabitation is overwhelming. The three cannot be separated without contradicting God’s revelation. Still, there are those who suggest the sovereignty of God does not allow man any role to play in his salvation, so obedience is insignificant. Also, if salvation …
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Jesus had made a man see who was blind from birth (v. 1-12). Having heard of this phenomenon, the Pharisees inquired as to how it was so, and what the man thought about the one who opened his eyes (v. 13-34). After the man indicated his conviction that the miracle worker was from God, the …
Continue reading John 9:35-41As we strive to please God we must remain motivated. We must not grow weary, and forsake the Lord’s will. 2 Corinthians 5 mentions some things which motivated Paul, and should motivate us to remain faithful. Ppt: Motivations for Faithfulness Outline: Motivations for Faithfulness Download: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Motivations for FaithfulnessGenesis 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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After being moved to compassion by the scene of the weary and scattered multitudes, Jesus said, “The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest” (9:37-38). It is then that Jesus chose twelve from among His disciples to be His …
Continue reading On Discipleship (Matthew 10) Jesus journeyed from Israelite territory into Gentile territory. Mark’s account notes this decision was one made for the purpose of concealment, possibly from His enemies (cf. Mark 7:24). Despite the efforts to remain hidden, “a woman of Canaan,” who was in utter distress, found Him. This, along with the following scene, speaks of the woman’s …
Continue reading Matthew 15:21-28 The reality of chapter 13 that would be the persecution and hardship of the saints was a sinister picture. The revelation left at this juncture would prove most devastating and depressing. Yet, John looked and beheld a most wonderful sight. John looked and saw “a Lamb,” which is the Christ, standing upon “Mount Zion,” the …
Continue reading Revelation 14:1-5Is there a god? Many have pondered this question throughout the ages. There is much evidence to support His existence. Christians must have a personal conviction of this truth in order to please God. Are you ready to give an answer for your belief in God (cf. 1 Peter 3:15). Ppt: There is a God …
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The liberal agenda present in this country which seeks to diminish the positive outlook on faith has proved successful to a great degree. Men and women of all ages continue to subscribe to the notion that “faith” is a word which connotes ignorance, folly, gullibility, irrationality, blindness, immaturity, and primitivism; that those who proudly uphold …
Continue reading Living by Faith Among the Skeptics1 Samuel 17 records the story of David and Goliath. This familiar account is considered, and some points with application are made. Ppt: Lessons From David and Goliath Outline: Lessons From David and Goliath Download: mp3
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