“For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” (Romans 15:4) This sermon considers the patience and comfort to be gleaned from the Old Testament scriptures, and the hope such brings. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in …
Continue reading Sermon: The Patience and Comfort of the ScripturesTitus was left in Crete by Paul to “set in order the things that are lacking, and appoint elders in every city” (Titus 1:5). We see that it is God’s will that elders be appointed in every church, and that a church without elders is “lacking.” What should be the attitude of a congregation lacking …
Continue reading Sermon: When Things are Lacking“But I want to remind you, though you once knew this, that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed those who did not believe.” (Jude 5) The topic of apostasy is considered. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link …
Continue reading Sermon: Saved to be DestroyedJesus requires us to take up our cross and follow Him. This path is difficult, but it is a must. The easier path leads to destruction, but the way of the cross leads to home in heaven. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Way of the Cross Leads HomePaul encouraged the Thessalonians to abound more and more in their faith (cf. 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2). The Christian should never feel complacent, but always press on and improve. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: Abound More and MoreWe are often warmed by positive memories from home. Memories of such moments helped shape us into who we are today, and makes us appreciate our loved ones, especially those who raised us. The greatest memories one can have from home are those of a godly household. Our homes should be structured in such a …
Continue reading Sermon: Memories from HomeSometimes we make a distinction between “doctrinal matters” and “moral matters.” There is a distinction to be made in regard to the type of command given by God, but there should not be a distinction made concerning the importance of the commandment. The notion that God is not so concerned with the form of our …
Continue reading Sermon: Doctrine and MoralityIn Revelation 22:16, Jesus calls Himself “the Bright and Morning star.” This sermon considers this title. Outline: Ppt: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: The Bright and Morning StarPaul commanded that we aid our brethren in bearing their burdens (Galatians 6:2). This especially concerns the spiritual matters of life. We must help each other get to heaven. What might hinder us from aiding each other in this way? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save …
Continue reading Sermon: Hindrances to Aiding Our BrethrenPaul’s exhortation to bear one another’s burdens is considered in context. The greatest way we show love to one another, and thus fulfill the law of Christ, is to care for each other’s spiritual well-being. This is especially the case when we see one in sin. We must bear their burden by restoring them. Ppt: …
Continue reading Sermon: Bear One Another’s Burdens