In Ephesians 5, Paul explains to the Christians in Ephesus the importance of walking in the light. Because they are children of God, they are Children of light. They are to expose darkness by their conduct, and opposition to the works of darkness. Ppt: Children of Light Outline: Children of Light Download: mp3
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The Bible tells us there is one church (cf. Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:4). If there is only one church that belongs to the Lord, we must be able to identify that church. By observing the Lord’s church described in the New Testament we can identify that same church today. Ppt: Marks of the Lord’s Church Outline: …
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In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul admonished the church of God at Corinth for maintaining fellowship with a brother involved in sexual immorality. His instructions were clear then, and are now. “Deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus” …
Continue reading Sermon: Deliver Such a One to SatanOur God is described as One who is infinitely wise – “Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God” (Romans 11:33)! The concept of wisdom screams logic. It is always logical in that it identifies truth. Behind every command from God is sound logic. Whether we immediately come to …
Continue reading Article: The Irony in Extending the Boundaries of FellowshipThe apostle John begins his first epistle in similar fashion to his gospel, the subject being “the Word of life.” This “Word of life” “was from the beginning.” Like John’s gospel, this Word was not merely an idea or illusion, but was tangible. “The Word became flesh” (John 1:14). John, and the other apostles, had …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4A misapplication of Romans chapter 14 has proved most detrimental to the church. Using proper exegesis, we can see exactly what the inspired apostle was teaching. Outline: Proper Application of Romans 14 Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Proper Application of Romans 14Christ’s church is seen on a universal level (ALL Christians), and a local level (LOCAL groups of Christians). This sermon discusses the membership of Christ’s church, and local congregations. Ephesians 4:11-16 is discussed to show how the church carries out the “equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Membership and Structure of Christ’s Church“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 …
Continue reading Article: The “Doctrine of Christ” (2 John 9-11)The word ‘fellowship’ is used improperly quite often. When used in scripture, what does ‘fellowship’ have reference to? What does the bible say about fellowship? Outline: Scriptural Fellowship Audio: mp3
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