Christians walk by faith, not by sight (cf. 2 Corinthians 5:7). This affects every part of their lives, every single day. However, it is not a natural mindset, but comes through spiritual growth and transformation. We must train ourselves to act on faith, and then we must do it. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on …
Continue reading Sermon: Acting On FaithIn His conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus spoke of the serpent in the wilderness as a type of Him in His crucifixion. The account of the Israelites punishment by fiery serpents, and following salvation by looking upon a bronze serpent is instructive as it pertains to God’s plan for salvation. Jesus’ teaching in His talk with …
Continue reading Sermon: The Serpent in the WildernessThe evidence for God’s fundamental goodness is not only overwhelming in scripture, but in each of our lives. We need to meditate on His goodness, and tell others about it. We also need to realize what it says about Him, and how we should respond. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Goodness of GodThe significance of hope to the Christian experience is impossible to overemphasize. Everything we say and do touches the topic. While it is a blessed topic to discuss, we must understand the utility of hope. It has a functionary purpose. What is the function of hope? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in …
Continue reading Sermon: The Function of HopeJesus famously commissioned His disciples saying, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” (Matthew 4:19) This very sentence represents a formula for disciples to apply for successful evangelism. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Fishers of MenWhile encouraging effort to preserve unity, Paul reminded the Ephesians of the several factors in Christ which are singular (cf. Ephesians 4:4-6). Among them is the one baptism. What is the one baptism? What makes it distinct from others? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: There is One BaptismThe Dead Sea has a reputation. Its salt content its so high because it takes and takes, but never gives. It has no outlets. A Christian is given much, but in order that he can give back to God and others. Do not be a Dead Sea disciple. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the …
Continue reading Sermon: The Dead Sea DiscipleThrough Ezekiel, God spoke to Israel in Babylonian captivity, “What do you mean when you use this proverb concerning the land of Israel, saying: ‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes, And the children’s teeth are set on edge’? ”As I live,” says the Lord GOD, “you shall no longer use this proverb in Israel.” (Ezekiel 18:2-3) This …
Continue reading Sermon: A Pernicious ProverbPaul exhorted the Ephesian brethren to guard the unity of the Spirit, as they were one body, and created for unity in Christ Jesus (cf. Ephesians 4:1-6). The unified body of Christ is an immense blessing, and display of God’s power. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save …
Continue reading Sermon: We Are OneThere are great challenges of faith faced by young people. These may be unique, but the solution is the same. How shall the young secure their hearts? God revealed the plan through the Psalmist long ago (cf. Psalm 119:9-16). Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: How shall the young secure their hearts?