“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14) This verse is considered, especially in light of its connection to the Old Testament tabernacle (“dwelt” – skēnoō – to fix one’s tabernacle, have …
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What is the focus of preaching the gospel? What goals are included in such? This sermon considers the text of Titus 1:1-4, which gives insight into the apostle Paul’s work in the preaching of God’s word. Ppt: Paul’s Work in the Word Outline: Paul’s Work in the Word To download, right-click on the title in the track …
Continue reading Sermon: Paul’s Work in the WordThis sermon considers the doctrine of salvation by grace through faith (cf. Ephesians 2:8-9). Ppt: By Grace Through Faith Outline: By Grace Through Faith To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: By Grace Through Faith“Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles! Laud Him, all you peoples! For His merciful kindness is great toward us, and the truth of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord!” (Psalm 117) The Lord is worthy of our praise, thanksgiving, and adoration. He is a merciful and benevolent God. His lovingkindness is not limited to …
Continue reading Facebook: Praise the Lord!After commanding Timothy to “hold fast the pattern of sound words” (1:13), and mentioning those who have failed to do so, Paul continued to encourage Timothy to endure. To do so, he would need strength. Such is found “in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” The knowledge of God’s gracious gifts bestowed on man …
Continue reading 2 Timothy 2:1-7What did the Lord mean when He told Paul, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9)? This article considers the Lord’s words.
Continue reading My Grace Is Sufficient For You“The famine was over all the face of the earth, and Joseph opened all the storehouses and sold to the Egyptians. And the famine became severe in the land of Egypt” (Genesis 41:56). Genesis 40 and 41 record the fulfillment of Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dreams concerning the famine. By his authority, the storehouses of …
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Some who are contrary to the concept of pattern seeking and pattern keeping have suggested that adherence to a pattern implies the kingdom is a meritocracy. This argument is immediately invalidated by the mere fact that “Patternists” do not subscribe to the aforementioned implication. It holds about as much water as the atheists’ appeal to …
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“The Roman Road to Salvation” is a popular way of explaining the steps necessary to receive salvation. Paul’s epistle to the church in Rome is an in depth treatment of the subject of God’s scheme of redemption. An honest study of the text will reveal God’s will for man, and by submitting to His will, …
Continue reading Bookends of the Epistle to the RomansGrace is an important theme in scripture which is sadly misunderstood by many. A look at Titus 2:11-15 is helpful when considering the grace of God. Ppt: The Grace of God that Brings Salvation Outline: The Grace of God that Brings Salvation Download: mp3
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