Offenses, or stumbling blocks, are a part of life. Temptations befall every man, and every man has the grave task of overcoming them. “It is impossible that no offenses should come” (v. 1). They may arise on a personal level in which one lacks self-discipline and is led away by his own folly. Yet, there …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Luke 17:1-4
Jesus was crucified between two robbers. Both joined the crowed in blaspheming the Son of God as He died for their sins, but one had a change of heart. He defended the Savior, and petitioned Him. Jesus had mercy, and promised Him salvation. This account is discussed, and application is made. (Unfortunately, there was a …
Continue reading Sermon: Spoken From The Cross – Today you will be with Me in ParadiseJesus showed great love and compassion for mankind as He suffered on the cross. Even after the unjust treatment He received, from the trial to the punishment, and also as He was nailed to the tree, He desired the best for humanity. His intercession on the peoples behalf as the first words He spoke after …
Continue reading Sermon: Spoken From The Cross – Father, Forgive ThemThe scripture continually comforts us with the remembrance of access granted Christians to the Father. Jesus is the one Mediator and Advocate Who has allowed us such access by His righteous act of being the propitiation for our sins (cf. 2:1-2; 1 Timothy 2:5). We can have confidence in our prayers ascending to the throne …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17The apostle Paul consistently displayed his depth of care for those he had begotten in the faith. He continued this theme in his epistle to Philemon, showing love for both he, and his slave, Onesimus. His approach of gentle request (v. 8-9), as opposed to stern command, continued as he appealed to Philemon to receive …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Philemon 17-25Jeff discusses the Paul’s letter to Philemon and makes application for Christians today. Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Philemon (Jeff Burnett)Comparing ourselves with ourselves and others is hardly ever a good idea. However, comparing ourselves with God is an expectation from Him. What if God gave like you give? What if God forgave like you forgive? What if God behaved like you behave? What if God warned like you warn? These are a few questions …
Continue reading Sermon: What If?In his time of lament after his transgression with Bathsheba, David pleaded with the Lord to forgive him. He recognized the putrid nature of sin, and that his involvement with it had tainted him. In Psalm 51, David explains the power of the Lord to cleanse us of our sins. He wrote, “Purge me with …
Continue reading Article: Whiter Than SnowForgiveness is a big part of Christ’s church. It was founded upon forgiveness and requires it’s members to imitate that characteristic. Outline: Why Forgive? Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Why Forgive?