The concept and importance of zeal is discussed. In addition, absent, misdirected, and properly directed zeal are compared. We must be the “special people [of God], zealous for good works” (Titus 2:14). Ppt: Zeal Outline: Zeal Audio: mp3
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Temporary – Our time on earth is not meant to be permanent. James wrote, “for what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away” (James 4:14). All of our time is running out (cf. 2 Peter 3). Important – Time is given to us by …
Continue reading Article: TimeFacebook is a popular form of social media of which many Christians are a part. It is an effective way to keep in touch with relatives, and friends that live apart from one another. A user can post a “status update” that tells others what they are doing, their mood, etc. One can also post …
Continue reading Article: Christians on FacebookThere is a scarlet thread of redemption that runs through the scriptures. From Genesis to Revelation we can see God’s plan unfold before us. This plan for mankind was necessary “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). However, the world wants to focus on the scheme of redemption …
Continue reading Article: Remorse for SinThose in the world dwell on things that are ungodly. They have an appetite for immoral, and disorderly things, and they “set their mind on earthly things” (cf. 3:19). In contrast, Paul, by inspiration, commands that the Christian meditate on things that are of virtue, and worthy of praise. Our thoughts should not be filled …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9The apostle Paul used figurative language in the text to describe the relationship between those of like precious faith, and their relationship to God. The recipients were “once Gentiles in the flesh” (v. 11) but have been “brought near by the blood of Christ” (v. 13). As a result, they are: “Citizens with the saints” …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22This sermon examines the epistle of Jude. The epistle notes an important responsibility Christians have. They are to keep themselves in the love of God. There is a need to “contend for the faith” by standing opposed to ungodliness and all false doctrine. If we fail, there is punishment awaiting. Outline: “Keep yourselves in the …
Continue reading Sermon: “Keep yourselves in the love of God”The Bible is filled with examples. Many we are to follow, but there are some we are to avoid. Examples are powerful for that very reason – they can lead people down the correct path, or do the opposite. Paul told Timothy to set an example (cf. 1 Timothy 4:12-16). We should be doing the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Power of an Example“Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you? – unless indeed you are disqualified.” – 2 Corinthians 13:5 Continued self-examination is necessary to get to heaven. “The faith which was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3) is …
Continue reading Article: Are you in the faith?Influence is a powerful thing to possess. Everyone wields the ability to influence, although some have greater influence than others. A parent has a colossal influence on their child; a grandparent to a grandchild; siblings to one another; a teacher to a student; an elder to a local church; a mature Christian to a babe …
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