Our God has “given to us exceedingly great and precious promises” (2 Peter 1:4). God’s promises are different from any other in that He cannot fail to fulfill them (cf. Hebrews 6:13-18; 10:23). We must be patient, and steadfast to receive the promises of God. He is not slack concerning His promises, rather His longsuffering …
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I recall a post I came across on Facebook that stated “Religion says do. Jesus says done.” This false notion is motivated by the idea that we are saved by grace alone. The doctrine removes the need for obedience, and personal responsibility. The scripture clearly describes two parts to salvation – God’s, and man’s. While …
Continue reading The Patternists: Violations of the Pattern: We are Saved by Grace AloneJohn appeals to his authority as an apostle, and wisdom as an older man, by introducing himself to his readers as “The Elder” (v. 1). His following instruction is from God, and proves to be wise in regard to handling spiritual problems – contextually, false doctrine. His epistle is addressed to “the elect lady and …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 John 1-3In order to combat the Devil we must know how he works. The nature of sin must be understood if we want to walk in the light instead of darkness. This class discusses the deception of sin, and how it is enslaving, destructive, defiling, and progressive. Outline: The Nature of Sin Audio: mp3
Continue reading Class: The Nature of SinChrist’s disciples responded to a difficult expectation by saying “Increase our faith” (Luke 17:5). This sermon discusses the reason for their response, and Jesus’ reaction. Application is then made. Ppt: Increase our faith Outline: Increase our faith Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: “Increase our faith”Paul, via inspiration, describes the apostles as “the fragrance of Christ” (2 Corinthians 2:15). For they “[diffuse] the fragrance of His knowledge in every place” (2:14). This is also an expectation for all Christians. This lesson discusses what it means to be “The Fragrance of Christ.” Ppt: The Fragrance of Christ Outline: The Fragrance of …
Continue reading Sermon: The Fragrance of ChristThere is a lot we can learn by observing the apostle Paul’s life. He told the church at Corinth to imitate him as he imitated Christ (cf. 1 Corinthians 11:1). Ppt: Being a Paul Outline: Being a Paul Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Being a PaulMany individuals claim to have a relationship with Jesus. This relationship is on their own terms. What does the Bible say about Christ’s relationship with believers? Does this relationship match the one you claim to have? Ppt: Having A Relationship With Christ Outline: Having A Relationship With Christ Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Having A Relationship With ChristThe apostle John begins his first epistle in similar fashion to his gospel, the subject being “the Word of life.” This “Word of life” “was from the beginning.” Like John’s gospel, this Word was not merely an idea or illusion, but was tangible. “The Word became flesh” (John 1:14). John, and the other apostles, had …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4The great faith of Abraham is displayed in Genesis 22. “God tested Abraham” by requiring him to make a three day journey to “the land of Moriah” to give his only son, Isaac, as a burnt offering. This account is remembered in Hebrews the eleventh chapter – “By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered …
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