The text records events “before the Feast of the Passover” (v. 1). Jesus final moments before His imminent death He took as an opportunity to teach His disciples. Contained in these seventeen verses is a lesson of paramount importance to our salvation, and our lives of discipleship in this foreign land. “After that, He poured …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: John 13:1-17Salvation
The given text records our Lord’s entry into Jerusalem that many refer to as, “The Triumphal Entry.” In the text, Jesus gives a commission to two of His disciples to enter a village, and bring to Him a colt that would be tied up near the entrance. His disciples followed the orders given them, and …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Mark 11:1-11In Paul’s first letter to young Timothy he labels the church as “the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). This language paints an image of the church that must be understood. Truth is that which always has been, and always will be. It is objective in nature, and therefore is independent of …
Continue reading Article: The Pillar and Ground of the TruthOf the letters written to the seven churches in Asia, the one addressed to Smyrna was one of two without complaint. This letter is one of immense encouragement to the church experiencing great persecution. Under the rule of Domitian, emperor worship was obligatory. The Christians in Smyrna found themselves in trials day after day, choosing …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11Peter wrote, “For this reason I will not be negligent to remind you always of these things, though you know and are established in the present truth. Yes, I think it is right, as long as I am in this tent, to stir you up by reminding you” (2 Peter 1:12-13). Constant reminders of the …
Continue reading Sermon: Stirring RemindersHEAVEN Live Faithfully (cf. Revelation 2:10) Be Baptized (cf. Mark 16:16; 1 Peter 3:21) Confess Christ (cf. Romans 10:9) Repent of You Sins (cf. Acts 2:38) Believe the Word (cf. Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38) Hear the Word (cf. Romans 10:17) The Bible clearly defines the steps to heaven. In order to obtain salvation each step …
Continue reading Article: Six Steps to HeavenThis sermon discusses things accomplished by Christ’s crucifixion. Ppt: The Significance of Christ’s Crucifixion Outline: The Significance of Christ’s Crucifixion Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: The Significance of Christ’s CrucifixionI 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 AloneMany 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 ChristPride is destructive because God hates it, and it is sin. It proves destructive in many ways. Christians should be humble, not proud and arrogant. Ppt: Destructive Pride Outline: Destructive Pride Audio: mp3
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