The Four Horsemen (Part One): In the Saddle?
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/1/2004
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are a terrifying image of impending doom. The hoofbeats of these fearsome figures can already be heard on the earth!
Storm of the Century
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/27/2004
As technologically advanced as we are, as much as we claim to have conquered nature, it is an empty boast.
The Pharisees (Part 1)
Sermon; Given 2/21/2004
Having their origin in the days of Ezra, the Scribes and Pharisees were extremely zealous for the law, separating themselves for this exclusive purpose.
Cultural Manipulation
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/6/2004
Every new teen fashion, music, movie, and television trend is marketed and sold. Our kids are being manipulated to absorb and reflect a deviant culture.
The Adversary
Sermon; Given 1/31/2004
Pride, vanity, presumption, and self-absorption led to Satan's demise. Satan's madness (that he is his own god) is the spirit of this world,
I've Seen This Movie . . .
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/30/2004
Saul lost his humility. Ego, pride, a sense of being irreplaceable, made him believe that he could even disregard the commands of God.
Law Enforcement
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/9/2004
Though most sinners do not make the connection between their sins and their adverse circumstances, there is a cause-and-effect principle working in their lives.
Words Versus Images
Sermon; Given 1/3/2004
Spiritually, relying on images leads to shallowness of thought at best and idolatry at its worst. Virtually everything we know about God comes through words.
Feeling Secure?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/2/2004
Christians have an advantage when it comes to feeling secure; we have the comfort of the Scriptures to give us contentment, peace, and hope despite our times.
Where Is the Promise of His Coming?
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/2004
As this world keeps on turning, more people become skeptical about the return of Jesus. The Bible, however, insists that He will come again and quickly.
Apologies to C.S. Lewis
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/5/2003
Dear Bollix, Just a short note to congratulate you on the wonderful job you are doing overseeing the American religious landscape. When I appointed you...
Dogs and Sheep
Sermon; Given 11/29/2003
The sheepdog must be instantly obedient to the master's commands, self-controlled, able to influence and direct without unduly frightening the sheep.
Expanding Government
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/21/2003
American government has so expanded that it requires whole libraries to contain the verbiage of the executive, legislative, and judicial contributions.
'Behold, A Virgin Shall Conceive . . .'
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 11/16/2003
To some, the virgin birth is a major teaching, but it is only one of several signs that prove Jesus is the Messiah. Its major purpose is not to glorify Mary.
Ubiquitous Government
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/14/2003
The average American is so accustomed to subservience that he has no desire to leave it. The nanny state has so coddled him that he is afraid to venture forth.
Expecting More
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/7/2003
The 'Rosenthal Effect' states that the expectations of a mentor do influence the performance of those he teaches.
Carelessness
Sermon; Given 11/1/2003
Carelessness, indicative of not thinking, when reinforced or carried on into life, can be lethal or irreparable. Undervaluing our way leads to a careless lifestyle.
Grow Up!
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/24/2003
The age of maturity used to be somewhere between 18 and 21 but it has steadily risen past college graduation to the threshold of a person's fourth decade.
Where Is Your Heart?
Sermonette; Given 10/18/2003
Where we have placed our heart will determine where we place our priorities. Our heart should be invested in completing our part of God's work.
God's Faithfulness and Hope
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/17/2003
The children of Israel severely tested God's patience through their compulsive murmuring and faithlessness, but God refused to give up on them.