Are Humans Good or Evil?
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 4/14/2016
Philosophy debates whether human beings are by nature good or evil, but the Bible is consistent—and perhaps surprising—in its description of man's nature.
The Resurrection: A Central Pillar
Sermon; Given 4/9/2016
Christ's resurrection is of paramount importance to us, because Jesus alone has the keys to our own resurrection and eternal life as firstfruits.
Proofs of Christ's Resurrection
Sermon; Given 3/19/2016
There is more corroboration of evidence for the existence of Jesus Christ and His life experiences than that regarding Alexander the Great or Julius Caesar.
The Parable of the Leaven, Expanded
Sermon; Given 2/27/2016
Bitterness divides one member of Christ's Body from another. Individuals often look for a 'doctrinal' reason to justify leaving a congregation.
Elisha and the Double Portion
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/5/2016
Elisha was chosen as Elijah's successor, first to serve the older prophet and later to be God's spokesman. How was he prepared for this responsibility?
Josiah
Sermon; Given 1/30/2016
Josiah may have been the most righteous of Judah's kings, having fewer foibles than David, but having equivalent leadership skills and a love of God's law.
Euthanizing a Civilization
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 1/8/2016
In America and Europe, laws allowing euthanasia and assisted suicide are on the increase. They push a progressive agenda that results in a culture of death.
Manasseh
Sermon; Given 1/2/2016
Even though Manasseh was absolutely the worst king ever to lead Judah, Manasseh finally got the message that God only is God, and sincerely repented.
Asa
Sermon; Given 12/19/2015
Asa left a few things undone, losing steam in his later years and playing it safe. Idolatry was so ingrained in the land that Asa grew weary in well-doing.
Looks Fair, Feels Foul
Bible Study/Sermon; Given 12/12/2015
Be wary of things and people that appear attractive and fair on the outside, but are actually foul and destructive underneath. Evaluate the fruit.
Jehoshaphat
Sermon; Given 11/14/2015
After several catastrophes, Jehoshaphat finally became convinced that any decision without God in the picture is patently stupid.
Chronicles: Answered Prayer
Sermon; Given 10/17/2015
The thesis of Chronicles seems to be that when God's people seek Him in repentance and humility, God comes to their aid; if not, they fail.
Numbers (Part Three): Poised at the Jordan
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/5/2015
The last chapters in Numbers describe a lengthy holding pattern in which not much seemed to happen. We must have patience as we wait for the Kingdom of God.
Numbers (Part Two): Graves in the Wilderness
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/1/2015
If we, like Israel of old, choose to sin, we will receive the same consequence. Two thirds of the book of Numbers emphasizes that if we sin, we die.
Numbers (Part One): Journey in the Desert
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/28/2015
God never says the Christian life would be easy or that life would always be fair. Difficulties and tests are given to test our hearts and promote humility.
Made By Fire
Sermonette; Given 9/23/2015
We are a kingdom of priests, called to be living sacrifices, ardently serving God, with a view of being consumed or used up in service to Him.
Is Obama Redistributing Power?
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 9/22/2015
Barack Obama's stated desire is to redistribute from those who have to those who do not, and this time he is redistributing international power.
The Price of Atonement
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/18/2015
A suitable sacrifice had to be offered so that the sins of mankind could not only be covered, but be completely paid for, forgiven, removed, and forgotten.
Psalms: Book Three (Part Five)
Sermon; Given 9/14/2015
If we would keep God's Feasts properly, we would be in sync with God's noble purpose for us, defending us from falling into apostasy and idolatry.
Psalms: Book Three (Part Four)
Sermon; Given 8/22/2015
Historically and spiritually speaking, the beginning of things set the stage for what comes after.