The letter to the church in Smyrna in Revelation includes the exhortation to remain faithful even to the point of death. This is a mindset all Christians must have. Are you willing to die for Christ’s sake? Ppt: Faithful Until Death Outline: Faithful Until Death Audio: mp3
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Despite all the troubles and sorrows in the world Christians can always be “rejoicing in hope” (Romans 12:12). This hope allows rejoicing because of its nature. It is not up to speculation, or chance. A Christian’s hope is different than any hope the world might have. Ppt: A Christian’s Hope Outline: A Christian’s Hope Audio: …
Continue reading Sermon: A Christian’s HopeGod never promised an easy life for Christians. The path toward which God directs Christians is narrow and difficult (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). He has not been silent, nor unclear about the subject of hardships in the life of a disciple. Following Christ demands self-denial, and sacrifice (cf. Matthew 16:24-27; Romans 12:1). Along the way there …
Continue reading Article: James’ Plan for Undergoing TrialsAs of late, areas – in which drought and burn bans are the norm – have received a precipitous amount of rain. Lakes are at their highest, rivers are breaching their levees, flooding has destroyed land, homes, and lives. Social media has been laced with jokes about river-rafting down streets, and carrying about daily activities …
Continue reading Notable News: Rain, Rain, Go Away!After he described his conduct while ministering to the Thessalonians (cf. 2:1-12), Paul thanked God for the Thessalonians’ reaction to the gospel message. The apostles often had to stress the origin of their message due to their audience’s admiration for men-pleasers using “flattering words” (2:5). The Thessalonians did not receive the apostle’s message “as the …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20It is encouraging to see younger generations develop a zeal for God and His word. It is paramount with regard to the future of the church. We do not want to make the same mistake Israel made – “When all that generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation arose after them who did …
Continue reading Article: Are you sure you love the gospel, or do you love a philosophy?The Bible is filled with examples. Many we are to follow, but there are some we are to avoid. Examples are powerful for that very reason – they can lead people down the correct path, or do the opposite. Paul told Timothy to set an example (cf. 1 Timothy 4:12-16). We should be doing the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Power of an ExampleAn erroneous doctrine that promoted a Jewish-Christian hybrid had infiltrated the church in Galatia. There were some who were binding circumcision as a necessity for salvation. In writing to the church, Paul had to contend for the faith (cf. Jude 3) by defending his apostleship (cf. 1:6-2:21). Next he dealt more specifically with the issue. …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9The scripture reveals how a Christian is to interact with the world. 1 Peter 2:11-12 gives five facets of our relationship with, and responsibility to, the world. Ppt: Christians and the World Outline: Christians and the World Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Christians and the WorldMark 11:12-26 records an opportunity Jesus took to teach His disciples. It is filled with various lessons that are meant for followers of Christ – bearing fruit, faith, and praying. Ppt: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Outline: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Audio: mp3
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