“But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love.” (2 Peter 1:5-7) These seven virtues are considered in their context. The need for growth as a Christian is emphasized …
Continue reading Sermon: Fortified Against False TeachersFaith
“And when Jesus had cried out with a loud voice, He said, “Father, ‘into Your hands I commit My spirit.’ ” Having said this, He breathed His last” (Luke 23:46). These last words spoken by our Savior from the cross are considered. There is no comfort greater than that received from God when you commit …
Continue reading Sermon: Spoken From The Cross – Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit
2 Peter 1:2-4 The knowledge of Him. A knowledge that gives, and is itself given. The Word which was in the beginning with God, and was God became flesh, and His glory was beheld. That glory – full of grace and truth as the only begotten of the Father – and that virtue – the …
Continue reading Article: “Add to your faith…”
Jude’s original topic of consideration changed. “Our common salvation” is a wonderful topic to consider. It is beneficial to discuss and ponder our “like precious faith” (2 Peter 1:1) and its eventual reward. By such conversation we are edified, and encouraged. But what if we lose the hope of such salvation? Being deceived and falling …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Jude 3-4Having made his arguments about the betterment of the New Covenant in contrast with the Old, the Hebrew writer introduces the last section of his letter which focuses on exhortation and admonition motivated by what he established thus far. All that Christ accomplished in His redemptive work should give us boldness to approach God. Unlike …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25In Mark 11, Jesus is recorded cursing a fig tree. He used this to teach His disciples. We must bear fruit, have faith, and pray. Ppt: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Outline: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Jesus Curses the Fig TreeOn our journey to the Promised Land there will be trials of adversity. There will be seemingly daunting tasks. We are to show confidence in God as we are Approaching Jordan’s Bank, unlike unfaithful and disobedient Israel (cf. Hebrews 3:7-19). Ppt: Approaching Jordan’s Bank Outline: Approaching Jordan’s Bank Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Approaching Jordan’s BankIn Matthew 14, Jesus appeared to His disciples on the water. Peter displayed the courage to step out of the boat, and onto the water. We need to have the courage to step out of our comfort zones and preach the word, reprove brethren when needed, and obey the gospel. Outline: Step Out on the …
Continue reading Sermon: Step Out on the WaterThe “Faith Only” doctrine is very popular. However, it is not scriptural. This lesson speaks about the action of faith using examples from Hebrews 11, and ending with our command to be baptized – “buried with Him in baptism, in which you also were raised with Him through faith in the working of God, who …
Continue reading Sermon: Faith in the Working of GodJude gives his audience the exhortation to contend for the faith. This epistle is considered, and applications are made. Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Jude’s Exhortation