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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The text of 2 Corinthians 3, 4, and 5 are considered. The apostles experienced great hardship in their ministry of the gospel of Jesus Christ. However, Paul explained, “Therefore we do not lose heart…while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things …
Continue reading Sermon: Seeing the UnseenJesus cried with a loud voice from the cross and said, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” (Matthew 27:46). This is considered by examining the remote context of scripture, and examining the text of Psalm 22. Ppt: Spoken From The Cross – My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me? Outline: …
Continue reading Sermon: Spoken From The Cross – My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?Having made his arguments about the betterment of the New Covenant in contrast with the Old, the Hebrew writer introduces the last section of his letter which focuses on exhortation and admonition motivated by what he established thus far. All that Christ accomplished in His redemptive work should give us boldness to approach God. Unlike …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25The scripture reveals much about a Christian’s hope. This hope is not like any other, for it is “sure and steadfast” (Hebrews 6:19). Subscribe to my YouTube channel by clicking here.
Continue reading Video: What is: Hope?The apostle Peter brought the eventual destruction of the physical elements to his reader’s attention in contrast to the scoffer’s false doctrine (cf. 2 Peter 3). With this truth being established he made application by telling them to “be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless” (v. 14). In addition …
Continue reading Article: New Heavens and a New EarthThe earth rotates, revolves around the sun, and time continues. With the constant change in time there is a constant change in the events of life. These changes in life do not always work to our favor. In fact, the writer of Ecclesiastes explained, “I returned and saw under the sun that – The race …
Continue reading Article: Christians: Timeless OptimistsDespite all the troubles and sorrows in the world Christians can always be “rejoicing in hope” (Romans 12:12). This hope allows rejoicing because of its nature. It is not up to speculation, or chance. A Christian’s hope is different than any hope the world might have. Ppt: A Christian’s Hope Outline: A Christian’s Hope Audio: …
Continue reading Sermon: A Christian’s HopeAfter he told the brethren to “stand fast and hold the traditions which you were taught, whether by word or our epistle” the apostle Paul offered a prayer on their behalf. The prayer was for “our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and our God and Father” to comfort the Thessalonians and establish them in their good …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17Class Material: 1 Peter Outlines Audio: Below are links to the audio of the classes on 1 Peter. Introduction Audio: 1 Peter Introduction Chapter Audio 1 Peter 1 1:3-12; 1:13-25 1 Peter 2 2:1-12; 2:13-20; 2:20-25 1 Peter 3 3:1-4; 3:5-7; 3:8-16; 3:17-22 1 Peter 4 4:1-6; 4:7-11; 4:12-19 1 Peter 5 5:1-14
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