Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Four): Ecclesiastes 9:2-12Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/24/2024
Although some try to make their lives easier by compromising, Solomon warns that all evil leads to death, and that doing evil in any circumstance is insane.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Three): Ecclesiastes 8:10-9:1Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/20/2024
For the called, enjoying life's pleasures should not be the top priority, but rather seeking first the kingdom of God, trusting that physical things will be added.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Two): Ecclesiastes 8:1-9Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/17/2024
Ecclesiastes was to be read during the Feast of Tabernacles, emphasizing a state of temporariness, as God's people were commanded to live in temporary quarters.
Handwriting on the Wall: Cultural ChristianityFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/16/2024
'Cultural Christianity' is a Christ-free, worldly adaptation of faith used for cultural identity, often embraced for its social influence, lacking true devotion.
The Cursed RedeemerSermon; Given 10/12/2024
Hanging on a tree was designated the punishment for the worst kind of sin. Jesus was hung on a tree, having fulfilled the curse of the law for us.
Jesus and the Rebellious SonSermon; Given 10/3/2024
The law for stoning a rebellious son was never recorded as having been carried out, but ironically the nation put to death the maximally obedient Son.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-One)Sermon; Given 9/21/2024
Because of sin prompted, God has deliberately subjected creation to futility. Solomon has accurately taught us that without God, life is meaningless.
A Rewired Society (Part Two): A Post-Truth World
Sermon; Given 9/7/2024
The new morality is lawlessness and rejection of all restraints, which ironically makes them abject slaves of sin and candidates for the Lake of Fire.
Sermon; Given 9/7/2024
The new morality is lawlessness and rejection of all restraints, which ironically makes them abject slaves of sin and candidates for the Lake of Fire.
A Rewired Society (Part One)Sermon; Given 8/31/2024
We are being rewired, with the social Internet and media dangerously altering thought processes, making young and old more susceptible to believing lies.
'Arguments Over Words'
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/16/2024
Arguments over words can get a teacher into great trouble and actually lead him away from the doctrine of Jesus Christ.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/16/2024
Arguments over words can get a teacher into great trouble and actually lead him away from the doctrine of Jesus Christ.
Have We Settled on Our Lees?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/9/2024
Lees are "dregs," particles that settle during fermentation. Wine on its lees becomes more flavorful, but if left too long, it is ruined. This can apply to us!
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/9/2024
Lees are "dregs," particles that settle during fermentation. Wine on its lees becomes more flavorful, but if left too long, it is ruined. This can apply to us!
Psalm 133Bible Study/Sermon; Given 8/3/2024
True unity comes from God via His Holy Spirit and requires humbly submitting to God's terms rather than our own agendas.
Facing Cultural Headwinds
Sermon; Given 7/27/2024
God's saints encounter great difficulties keeping their balance and moving toward the Kingdom while being buffeted by the anti-God, progressive culture.
Sermon; Given 7/27/2024
God's saints encounter great difficulties keeping their balance and moving toward the Kingdom while being buffeted by the anti-God, progressive culture.
A Course Correction?'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 7/16/2024
The assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump could indicate God's sovereign intervention in world affairs, leading to Christ's return.
WaitingSermon; Given 7/6/2024
The discipline of waiting is on the same level as the other spiritual disciplines, requiring substantial admixtures of faith and hope, building endurance.
The American Faith
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/5/2024
Most do not consider patriotism to be a kind of faith, but it can easily become one. If it does, it becomes idolatry hindering our relationship with God.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/5/2024
Most do not consider patriotism to be a kind of faith, but it can easily become one. If it does, it becomes idolatry hindering our relationship with God.
Equilibrium
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/28/2024
God has set natural cycles into motion in His creation to regulate it and bring it back into equilibrium. Similar spiritual cycles exist.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/28/2024
God has set natural cycles into motion in His creation to regulate it and bring it back into equilibrium. Similar spiritual cycles exist.
The Love of Money
Sermonette; Given 6/16/2024
The context for the oft-misquoted 'money is the root of all evil' is a warning against ministers who wish to enrich themselves using the pretext of God's Word.
Sermonette; Given 6/16/2024
The context for the oft-misquoted 'money is the root of all evil' is a warning against ministers who wish to enrich themselves using the pretext of God's Word.
Firstfruits to GodSermon; Given 6/16/2024
Six descriptors describe the special qualities God desires in His Firstfruits. We must continually examine ourselves to make sure these descriptors apply to us.
Beware of Unbelief
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/14/2024
Hebrews 3:12 warns Christians not to depart from God by turning their hearts from Him toward evil. The elect must don the whole armor of God to stay strong.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/14/2024
Hebrews 3:12 warns Christians not to depart from God by turning their hearts from Him toward evil. The elect must don the whole armor of God to stay strong.