“Whoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son. If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him; for he who greets …
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An exegetical treatment of Galatians 3 and 4. To turn back to the Old Law would be illogical and self-defeating. Its purpose was not to justify. Justification is found in Christ. Under the law there is bondage, but in Christ there is freedom. Download: mp3
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The Galatians had begun their race as Christians. They were making strides of growth in Christ, yet, in the way laid an obstacle preventing further progression. Judaizing teachers had infiltrated the congregation, and were binding aspects of the Mosaic Law. The Galatians had already reverted to observing “days and months and seasons and years” (cf. …
Continue reading Galatians 5:7-12An exegetical study of Acts 15. The apostles and leaders in the Jerusalem church determined Gentiles were gospel subjects without needing to convert to Judaism. This conclusion was reached by divine revelation, not by man’s devising. Using approved examples, necessary implications, and direct statements from scripture, they were able to discover the truth on the …
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What occurs after death? – A question answerable only via Bible consultation. Does there remain a consciousness after death? Despite the clarity of the Holy Script some do not subscribe to the idea of eternal consciousness in hell. Concerning Thayer’s definition of “olethros,” translated “destruction” in 2 Thessalonians 1:9, Homer Hailey wrote, “Thayer defined the …
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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 3-4Jesus cried with a loud voice from the cross and said, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” (Matthew 27:46). This is considered by examining the remote context of scripture, and examining the text of Psalm 22. Ppt: Spoken From The Cross – My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me? Outline: …
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“Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. For it has been declared to me concerning you, my …
Continue reading Article: Is Christ divided?An age-old argument used by advocates of the “faith only” doctrine (primarily arguing against the necessity of baptism) is that which asks the question, “What about the thief on the cross?” Their affirmation is that because the thief was saved without baptism, baptism is not necessary for salvation. Using scripture, this false doctrine, and misuse …
Continue reading Sermon: What about the thief on the cross?The tranquil joy that comes with faithful obedience is to be enjoyed, yet not without vigilance. John exhorts continued faithfulness by walking according to God’s commandments. There are some who threaten that peace afforded those who enjoy God’s mercy and grace through obedience. These deceivers are opposed to Christ, or “antichrist.” They are not a …
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