Paul admonished the Corinthians for their inability to receive spiritual wisdom due to their carnality (cf. 1 Corinthians 3:1-4). At the beginning of their faith such was understood, but as time elapsed they should have grown. Their negligence led to the divisions among them. We must grow out of our carnality into a spiritual man. …
Continue reading Sermon: Carnality – Behaving Like Mere MenEvangelism is a fundamental responsibility for each and every Christian. Yet, often it is one that seems the most complicated. Perhaps we make it more difficult than it should be. Instead, we should have the attitude of Peter and John as they replied to the Sanhedrin, “For we cannot but speak the things which we have …
Continue reading Sermon: We Cannot But SpeakWe must simply believe what the Bible says. Nothing less, and nothing more. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: We Believe What the Bible SaysWe live in a society that has rejected absolute truth. We must not bend to the notion that truth is fluid, and not objectively concrete. Jesus is truth (John 14:6), and we follow Him. For this reason, we must reject the religious error of situation ethics – that love is the only “law” for Christians, …
Continue reading Sermon: Moral Relativism and Situation EthicsWe need authority for all we do as a church, and we establish that authority using the divine methodology discussed in earlier parts of this series. Do we need authority for all we do as an individual? Are we to use the same methodology to establish authority for what we do as an individual? Ppt: …
Continue reading Sermon: By What Authority (6) – Moral AuthorityThe Bible warns Christians about the constant prowl of Satan (cf. 1 Peter 5:8). It is possible to be recaptured by him. Some who fall prey to Satan’s trap struggle to get out. Why might this be the case? Can that one be restored? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track …
Continue reading Sermon: Recaptured to RestoredPaul said, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). What did he mean by that? How does that apply to us? Ppt: Outline: To download, right click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: I Can Do…When determining God’s will according to the scriptures, it is imperative we understand the significance of God’s silence on a matter. Does His silence permit, or prohibit? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: By What Authority (5) – The Silence of the ScripturesAmos prophesied judgment against the nation of Israel. As great adversity would come upon them due to their sin, they would long to hear God’s word, but would not be able to. Is it possible that such a famine of the word of God could come upon us today? If we aren’t careful to avoid …
Continue reading Sermon: A Famine of the Word of GodAuthority has a dual nature – generic and specific. Generic authority includes, while specific authority excludes. Expediencies must be lawful, but fall within the realm of generic authority. We must be able to understand what fits the definition of an expediency according to God’s word. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the …
Continue reading Sermon: By What Authority (4) – The Doctrine of Expediency