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Our Lord was no stranger to tests. He was met with many in His life, and continually proved His love for His Father, and showed His depth of wisdom. It was no different when one day His enemies came before Him with questions designed to trap. The Pharisees failed to find Jesus in contradiction when …

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The Hebrew word, “hesed,” is found in the Old Testament 247 times. Many times, it is translated into “lovingkindness.” However, because of the deep meaning found in the Hebrew, it is also translated into several other English words (mercy, kindness, faithfulness, goodness, etc.). It is not only a central theme of the Old Testament, but …

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“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek” (Romans 1:16). God’s power is infinite. There is not anyone that He does not have the ability to save. A look at the …

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“For when we were still without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly” (Romans 5:6). Salvation is impossible without God. We have needs which God graciously supplies. This sermon lists a few. Ppt: The World’s Need and God’s Supply Outline: The World’s Need and God’s Supply Download: mp3

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For the Christian, prayer is extremely important. It is a vital facet of our lives if we wish to grow spiritually. One element of prayer is intercession – praying to God on someone’s behalf. This lesson emphasizes the two intercessory prayers Paul made on the Ephesians’ behalf. Ppt: Paul’s Intercessory Prayers for the Ephesians Outline: …

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“Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, For this is man’s all.  For God will bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing, whether good or evil” (Ecclesiastes 12:13-14). In order to please God, we must fear Him. This fear comes from studying God’s word, and …

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As we strive to please God and get to heaven, the Devil continues to lay traps before us. God has promised to keep us, so that we may not stumble. This sermon discusses some ways in which God keeps His children. Ppt: He Is Able To Keep You Outline: He Is Able To Keep You …

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“And Moses said to the people, ‘Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.’” (Exodus 14:13-14). In …

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“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments. His praise endures forever” (Psalm 111:10). To the world, fear and God are not closely related, and should not be joined together in conversation. This used to not be so. The societal moral decline supports …

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“For there is no partiality with God” (Romans 2:11) – A truth central to the Bible’s theme. It is a leg on which our salvation stands, and on which God’s divine nature rests. The interpretation of every Bible passage must pass the test of impartiality. If an interpretation contradicts God’s impartiality, it is wrong. If …

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