In 1 Corinthians 16, Paul gave the saints the command for giving as we have prospered on the first day of the week. We need to be careful to observe this command, but also to understand it. Paul addressed this topic in further depth in 2 Corinthians 8-9. We need to appreciate the grace of …
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Paul prayed for the spiritual growth of the Ephesians by asking that God would grant them a “spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him…that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the exceeding …
Continue reading Sermon: A Prayer for Ascending Wisdom2 Samuel 12 records Nathan confronting David for his series of sins. The text teaches us several things concerning sin, God’s word, personal accountability, and forgiveness. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select, “Save link as…” The sermon in the video above begins at the 2:54:25 mark.
Continue reading Sermon: You are the ManIn discipleship, we must not only have a proper understanding of the principles involved (the right theory), but we must put those into practice. It is not enough to claim to abide in Him, but we must know the method of such, and apply it to our lives (cf. 1 John 2:6). Ppt: Outline: To …
Continue reading Sermon: Theory and Practice – Abiding in HimGod’s plan is to save man through the gospel – the written inspired word. Has God’s word been preserved for us today? Has it been corrupted? Can we trust that what we have is what God wanted us to have? Through His providence, God has ensured that we have His entire word preserved for us …
Continue reading Sermon: Inspiration and Providence (Part 8 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of ScriptureGod’s plan is to save man through the gospel – the written inspired word. Has God’s word been preserved for us today? Has it been corrupted? Can we trust that what we have is what God wanted us to have? Through His providence, God has ensured that we have His entire word preserved for us …
Continue reading Sermon: Inspiration and Providence (Part 7 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of ScriptureThe work and position of elders, pastors/shepherds, bishops/overseers are considered in light of appointing qualified men to the office according to Scripture. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…” The sermon of Part 1 in the video above begins at the 38:16 mark. The sermon …
Continue reading Sermon: The Elders Who Are Among You (Parts 1&2)God’s plan is to save man through the gospel – the written inspired word. Has God’s word been preserved for us today? Has it been corrupted? Can we trust that what we have is what God wanted us to have? Through His providence, God has ensured that we have His entire word preserved for us …
Continue reading Sermon: Inspiration and Providence (Part 6 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of ScriptureJohn the Baptist was held in high regard by Jesus (cf. Matthew 11:11). His ministry was important, and his character was impressive. John 3:22-30 displays the magnificent attitude and character behind the one who prepared the way for the Lord. We should imitate him. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track …
Continue reading Sermon: He Must Increase, but I Must DecreaseGod’s plan is to save man through the gospel – the written inspired word. Has God’s word been preserved for us today? Has it been corrupted? Can we trust that what we have is what God wanted us to have? Through His providence, God has ensured that we have His entire word preserved for us …
Continue reading Sermon: Inspiration and Providence (Part 5 of 8) – The Revelation, Transmission, Integrity, and Canonicity of Scripture