“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 Continued self-examination is necessary to get to heaven. “The faith which was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3) is …
Continue reading Article: Are you in the faith?Influence is a powerful thing to possess. Everyone wields the ability to influence, although some have greater influence than others. A parent has a colossal influence on their child; a grandparent to a grandchild; siblings to one another; a teacher to a student; an elder to a local church; a mature Christian to a babe …
Continue reading Article: Beware of Your InfluenceAn erroneous doctrine that promoted a Jewish-Christian hybrid had infiltrated the church in Galatia. There were some who were binding circumcision as a necessity for salvation. In writing to the church, Paul had to contend for the faith (cf. Jude 3) by defending his apostleship (cf. 1:6-2:21). Next he dealt more specifically with the issue. …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9The word “religion” has been given a negative connotation by many in the world today. They say it speaks of rules, regulations, and merit, as opposed to a gospel message that speaks of grace. When discussing the connection from God to man, and man to God, it is not uncommon to hear the phrase, “I …
Continue reading Article: A “Personal” Relationship With God“All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). What comes next is the response to that sin. The response is influenced by the perception, and understanding of sin. When we truly understand what sin is our response should be godly sorrow. Outline: Sin and Godly Sorrow Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Sin and Godly SorrowThe scripture reveals how a Christian is to interact with the world. 1 Peter 2:11-12 gives five facets of our relationship with, and responsibility to, the world. Ppt: Christians and the World Outline: Christians and the World Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Christians and the WorldMark 11:12-26 records an opportunity Jesus took to teach His disciples. It is filled with various lessons that are meant for followers of Christ – bearing fruit, faith, and praying. Ppt: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Outline: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Jesus Curses the Fig TreeIn following his thoughts about the temporary nature of life, Paul mentions how that should cause one to act. In Paul’s ministry he made it his aim to please God. This is a fundamental aspect of Christianity. We should always question whether our actions will be pleasing to God before doing them. In all of …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-11Jesus is one “Who committed no sin, nor was deceit found in His mouth” (1 Peter 2:22). He is not one “who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin” (Hebrews 4:15). He accomplished a great feat in that “He endured the cross, despising the shame, …
Continue reading Article: Follow in His FootstepsComparing ourselves with ourselves and others is hardly ever a good idea. However, comparing ourselves with God is an expectation from Him. What if God gave like you give? What if God forgave like you forgive? What if God behaved like you behave? What if God warned like you warn? These are a few questions …
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