Paul told Timothy about a coming apostasy where some would prohibit certain things God had blessed man with. He explained that “those who believe and know the truth” (1 Timothy 4:3) partake in these things, knowing they are from the Lord. The phrase, “those who believe and know the truth,” speaks of one class of people, but provides nuance. …
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Galatians 5:22-23 contains a list which comprises the fruit of the Spirit. These characteristics are possessed by those who are led by the will of God revealed by His Spirit. By bearing this fruit one is in fellowship with Christ, and imitates Him. The context of Galatians 5 is key to understanding the point of list given …
Continue reading Sermon: The Fruit of the Spirit (1) – Contrasts and ContextEveryone likes a compliment. However, some compliment to flatter or manipulate. Not all compliments are equal. On several occasions, Jesus gave compliments to people for certain character traits displayed in their lives. If Jesus gave a compliment, it meant something. What did Jesus find worthy of a compliment? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the …
Continue reading Sermon: Compliments from ChristAfter his sin of unlawful sacrifice Saul was told that his kingdom would not continue, and that God has “sought for Himself a man after His own heart, and the LORD has commanded him to be commander over His people, because you have not kept what the LORD commanded you.” (1 Samuel 13:14) This tells …
Continue reading Sermon: A Man After his Own Heart“Holy and reverend is his name.” (Psalm 111:9, ASV) A relationship with God is impossible without fear, and reverence. This is fundamental to His nature, and His dealings with man. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: ReverenceThe Holy Spirit highlighted a contrast between people Paul preached to in Acts 17 – “These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so” (v. 11). The Bereans exhibited character that we all must seek to …
Continue reading Sermon: The Nobility of the BereansSome seem to become embittered toward the requirements and restrictions of God’s word. They dislike the Lord’s restraints. However, we must constantly be reminded why the Lord has taken us prisoner to do His will. He has captured us that we may capture the prize (cf. Philippians 3:12). Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title …
Continue reading Sermon: Captured to CaptureSometimes we can make the mistake of missing the forest for the trees. It is important to get the details right, but not to forget about the big picture in the process. We need to frequently ask ourselves, “What is this all about?,” as we serve God in His will. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: What is this all about?Peter enouraged his readers to conduct themleves in fear of God knowing the precious blood of Jesus was their redemption price (1 Peter 1:17-19). In the text, Peter describes from what they were redeemed – “from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers” (v. 18). Before their faith in Christ they were living aimless lives. Their …
Continue reading Sermon: Redeemed from Aimless Conduct (Parts 1&2)A life of fellowship with God is a blessing in itself, and also brings many blessings with it. Proverbs 3:1-12 outlines some points about the blessing of life in the Lord. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
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