The church is a part of God’s eternal purpose in Christ (Ephesians 3:10-11). Paul’s description of the church in his letter to Timothy shows its importance, and work. It is “the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). Outline – The …
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Love is to be in truth and shown in keeping the truth. However, when the truth advances it is always met with opposition. The Christian must make sure they are in the truth rather than against it. Outline – God’s Truth and Our Love Presentation – God’s Truth & Our Love
Continue reading Sermon: God’s Truth and Our LoveThe “Son of God” addresses the church in Thyatira with an urgent rebuke and warning (Revelation 2:18-29). Their tolerance of an insidious false prophetess and her error had taken its toll on them, and it was time to repent. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Thyatira LetterJesus had “a few things” against the church in Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17). They were true to His name and faith. They were not holding to error, nor actively participating in immorality. However, they were tolerating those who held doctrines contrary to Christ. They were called to repent. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Pergamum Letter“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) The importance of self-examination cannot be overemphasized. A Christian cannot be faithful without the practice. How are we to examine ourselves? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: Self-ExaminationThe death of king Josiah is given more detail in 2 Chronicles 35 (cf. 2 Chronicles 35:20-25). The account shows that God spoke to Josiah through Necho, the king of Egypt. God was warning the king not to meddle with His affairs. The account demonstrates how Josiah meddled with God, and we should avoid doing the same. …
Continue reading Sermon: Refrain from Meddling with GodJesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well in John 4 provides insight into the mind of God concerning His thoughts on worhsip. The Samaritans and Jews had fundamental differences in their approach to the worship of God. Jesus’ answer to the woman concerning this important subject is relevant to us today. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: What kind of worship is God seeking?As Joseph approached his brothers who hated him, they mocked him saying, “Look, this dreamer is coming!” (Genesis 37:19) (“Lit. master of dreams,” NKJV fn) As the account progresses, it becomes apparent that Joseph only ever revealed what God had revealed to him. Yet, despite his honest actions he was rejected and assaulted. Those who reveal the truth …
Continue reading Sermon: Master of DreamsJews in Thessalonica resisted the gospel and became violently opposed to Paul and Silas. Not finding them, they dragged their host, Jason, to the city rulers and stated, “These who have turned the world upside down have come here too. Jason has harbored them” (Acts 17:6-7). That Paul and Silas were disruptive is not altogether untrue. However, the …
Continue reading Sermon: Turning the World Upside DownPsalm 119 is all about the word of God. Within the psalm are many blessings revealed as coming from it. Our lives should be molded and influenced by the will of God revealed in His inspired word. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
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