The Holy Spirit highlighted a contrast between people Paul preached to in Acts 17 – “These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so” (v. 11). The Bereans exhibited character that we all must seek to …
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John 9 records the sixth of seven miracles performed by Jesus in John’s gospel. In the account, Jesus gives physical sight to a man who had been blind from birth. However, this was in order to lead this man, and others, to the more important spiritual sight. Jesus makes an important application at the close of the account …
Continue reading Sermon: A Man Born Blind Receives Sight – The Power Over DarknessHow we hear God’s word is of great importance. If we are not hearing properly then we will not be able to understand the truth. Jesus’ parable of the sower, and explanation of His teaching in parables in Luke 8 is used to demonstrate this important point. PPT: Outline: To download, right-click on the title …
Continue reading Sermon: Take Heed How You HearHow we hear God’s word is of great importance. If we are not hearing properly then we will not be able to understand the truth. Jesus’ parable of the sower, and explanation of His teaching in parables in Luke 8 is used to demonstrate this important point. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title …
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To be pleasing to God one must bear fruit in His name. “Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away” (John 15:2). In order to bear fruit, we must abide in Jesus who identifies Himself as “the true vine” (v. 1). “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch …
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Acts 8 records the conversion of an Ethiopian eunuch. There is much to learn from the inspired record. We can learn how to successfully evangelize, what it means to “preach Jesus,” what is necessary to receive the remission of sins, how wonderful it is to be forgiven, etc. However, let us consider The Heart of …
Continue reading Facebook: The Heart of the Ethiopian EunuchWhile we are living in our temporal dwelling place we should always seek to please God. Proverbs 6:16-19 discusses seven things that are an abomination to the Lord. The opposite of those seven prove to be pleasing to the Lord. Outline: 7 Things That Please God Audio: mp3
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