Pentecost and Hope
Sermon; Given 6/4/2006
Simeon's life serves as a precursor to that of God's called-out ones, demonstrating the elements necessary to bring a person to spiritual maturity.
Sermon; Given 6/4/2006
Simeon's life serves as a precursor to that of God's called-out ones, demonstrating the elements necessary to bring a person to spiritual maturity.
The Frustrations of Good Men
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/2/2006
We live in a time of great abominations, of terrible transgressions of God's perfect standard and way of life. Does this frustrate us? Does this sadden us?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/2/2006
We live in a time of great abominations, of terrible transgressions of God's perfect standard and way of life. Does this frustrate us? Does this sadden us?
Bible Answers to The Da Vinci Code
Sermon; Given 5/27/2006
Dan Brown says that Mary Magdalene was Christ's wife, allegedly 'the disciple whom Jesus loved.' Scripture never hints at personal intimacy between them.
Sermon; Given 5/27/2006
Dan Brown says that Mary Magdalene was Christ's wife, allegedly 'the disciple whom Jesus loved.' Scripture never hints at personal intimacy between them.
America's Imminent Perfect Storm
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/19/2006
Is there a leader in the wings who will have the fortitude to face the coming crisis? Perhaps there is, though it appears that he has not shown his face in public.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/19/2006
Is there a leader in the wings who will have the fortitude to face the coming crisis? Perhaps there is, though it appears that he has not shown his face in public.
Society of Skeptics
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/5/2006
Many institutions that have Christian or Jewish roots and links but are actually humanist and scientific in their approaches to their fields of endeavor.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/5/2006
Many institutions that have Christian or Jewish roots and links but are actually humanist and scientific in their approaches to their fields of endeavor.
Why Many Do Not Understand
Sermon; Given 4/29/2006
Biblical truth cannot be discerned by human intellect alone, but must be spiritually discerned. God has hidden spiritual truth from the majority for now.
Sermon; Given 4/29/2006
Biblical truth cannot be discerned by human intellect alone, but must be spiritually discerned. God has hidden spiritual truth from the majority for now.
'The Alien Who Is Among You'
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/28/2006
Previous generations of immigrants truly desired to assimilate to this culture. Today's illegal immigrants want America to change to suit them.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/28/2006
Previous generations of immigrants truly desired to assimilate to this culture. Today's illegal immigrants want America to change to suit them.
No Good News Here
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/21/2006
The Gospel of Judas is far from Christian. It contains elements from Christianity but its main themes are entirely Gnostic and pagan. It is frankly profane.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/21/2006
The Gospel of Judas is far from Christian. It contains elements from Christianity but its main themes are entirely Gnostic and pagan. It is frankly profane.
Unleavened Bread and Hope
Sermon; Given 4/19/2006
After we purge the corruption from our lives, we must replace it with the anti-leaven of truth and sincerity, or our last state will be worse than the first.
Sermon; Given 4/19/2006
After we purge the corruption from our lives, we must replace it with the anti-leaven of truth and sincerity, or our last state will be worse than the first.
Bucking Tradition
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/14/2006
No one wants to have his traditions or treasured fantasies burst. But when a real Christian is presented with truth, he embraces it out of reverence for God.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/14/2006
No one wants to have his traditions or treasured fantasies burst. But when a real Christian is presented with truth, he embraces it out of reverence for God.
Prosperity Through Obedience, Sacrifice, and Gratitude
Sermonette; Given 4/13/2006
If we follow the godly principles of obedience, sacrifice, and gratitude, we please God. In return, God has promised to bless us more than materially.
Sermonette; Given 4/13/2006
If we follow the godly principles of obedience, sacrifice, and gratitude, we please God. In return, God has promised to bless us more than materially.
Passover and Hope
Sermon; Given 4/8/2006
The Passover is a beacon of hope in an otherwise hopeless milieu. Jesus provided hope at His last Passover, exuding confidence despite what lay ahead.
Sermon; Given 4/8/2006
The Passover is a beacon of hope in an otherwise hopeless milieu. Jesus provided hope at His last Passover, exuding confidence despite what lay ahead.
A Nation of Laws?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/31/2006
Americans love law in principle, but when the law begins to squeeze them and their accustomed lifestyles, it becomes acceptable to ignore the offending law.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/31/2006
Americans love law in principle, but when the law begins to squeeze them and their accustomed lifestyles, it becomes acceptable to ignore the offending law.
At Least Say, 'Thanks!'
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/24/2006
In perilous times like these, just when they are needed most, the necessary virtues have eroded in people to the point that no good deed goes unpunished.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/24/2006
In perilous times like these, just when they are needed most, the necessary virtues have eroded in people to the point that no good deed goes unpunished.
Concerning Edom
Sermon; Given 3/18/2006
The prophet Obadiah sorrowfully dramatizes God's judgment upon Edom (Esau) for his hatred, haughtiness, and pride, and how and why Edom will be annihilated.
Sermon; Given 3/18/2006
The prophet Obadiah sorrowfully dramatizes God's judgment upon Edom (Esau) for his hatred, haughtiness, and pride, and how and why Edom will be annihilated.
Peaceful Is as Peaceful Does
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/10/2006
Those of us in the West are beginning to learn more about the Muslim mind. This is the best we can do; we can never hope to understand it because it is alien.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/10/2006
Those of us in the West are beginning to learn more about the Muslim mind. This is the best we can do; we can never hope to understand it because it is alien.
Why Israel? (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/10/2006
Israel plays a prominent part in Scripture. Here is God's stated purposes for choosing and using the children of Israel throughout His Word—and beyond.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/10/2006
Israel plays a prominent part in Scripture. Here is God's stated purposes for choosing and using the children of Israel throughout His Word—and beyond.
The Price of Arrogance
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/3/2006
No matter whether it is good policy or not, a close-to-the-vest style of governance infuriates friend and foe alike because it comes across as arrogant.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/3/2006
No matter whether it is good policy or not, a close-to-the-vest style of governance infuriates friend and foe alike because it comes across as arrogant.
Why Israel? (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/1/2006
Israel failed to keep the covenant with God. However, God withheld one necessary, spiritual ingredient—the key dimension that makes the New Covenant work.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/1/2006
Israel failed to keep the covenant with God. However, God withheld one necessary, spiritual ingredient—the key dimension that makes the New Covenant work.
The King of the South
Sermon; Given 2/25/2006
The King of the South (Daniel 11:40) might be a confederation of Arabic/Islamic nations continually at war with the people of Israel.
Sermon; Given 2/25/2006
The King of the South (Daniel 11:40) might be a confederation of Arabic/Islamic nations continually at war with the people of Israel.