Christian Service
Sermon; Given 8/9/2003
Although selfless service is not valued today, it is at the core of God's character and a trait we must emulate to go to a higher level of Christian living.
Sermon; Given 8/9/2003
Although selfless service is not valued today, it is at the core of God's character and a trait we must emulate to go to a higher level of Christian living.
Arnold, Messiah?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/8/2003
California's situation is such that no one with Arnold's lack of credentials and his socialist ideology will be able to pull the state back from disaster.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/8/2003
California's situation is such that no one with Arnold's lack of credentials and his socialist ideology will be able to pull the state back from disaster.
In Defense of Marriage
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/1/2003
If the definition of marriage is opened up to combinations of people other than one man and one woman, we can mark it as the death-knell of the nation.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/1/2003
If the definition of marriage is opened up to combinations of people other than one man and one woman, we can mark it as the death-knell of the nation.
"If I Have Not Charity"
Sermon; Given 7/19/2003
Christianity has both an inward aspect (building godly character or becoming sanctified) and an outward aspect (doing practical good works).
Sermon; Given 7/19/2003
Christianity has both an inward aspect (building godly character or becoming sanctified) and an outward aspect (doing practical good works).
Gentile Abstentions
Sermonette; Given 7/12/2003
James did not expunge the Ten Commandments by offering special instructions to Gentile converts in Acts 15:24-29, but emphasized law critical for fellowship.
Sermonette; Given 7/12/2003
James did not expunge the Ten Commandments by offering special instructions to Gentile converts in Acts 15:24-29, but emphasized law critical for fellowship.
Intrinsic Governmental Corruption
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/11/2003
Power does indeed corrupt a human heart, and this corruption has become institutionalized in all levels of American government.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/11/2003
Power does indeed corrupt a human heart, and this corruption has become institutionalized in all levels of American government.
What's So Bad About Busybodies?
Sermon; Given 7/5/2003
The Bible lists busybodies with murderers and robbers. We must learn to operate in our appointed spheres of responsibility and not take the job of another.
Sermon; Given 7/5/2003
The Bible lists busybodies with murderers and robbers. We must learn to operate in our appointed spheres of responsibility and not take the job of another.
The Glory of God (Part 4): Glorifying God
Sermon; Given 6/21/2003
A raw display of emotion and exuberance does not necessarily glorify God. What we do to glorify God will reflect just how highly we esteem Him.
Sermon; Given 6/21/2003
A raw display of emotion and exuberance does not necessarily glorify God. What we do to glorify God will reflect just how highly we esteem Him.
Music and Cultural Freefall
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/13/2003
The lyrics of popular songs show that what is on young Americans' minds is sex, rebellion, violence, and a feeling of exclusion. This bodes ill for the future.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/13/2003
The lyrics of popular songs show that what is on young Americans' minds is sex, rebellion, violence, and a feeling of exclusion. This bodes ill for the future.
The Pentecost Offering
Sermonette; Given 6/8/2003
Even though Christ's yoke is easy, we still have an obligation to be obedient. We are subjects of a great king, and must exercise obedience and sacrifice.
Sermonette; Given 6/8/2003
Even though Christ's yoke is easy, we still have an obligation to be obedient. We are subjects of a great king, and must exercise obedience and sacrifice.
The Glory of God (Part 3): From Glory to Glory
Sermon; Given 6/7/2003
We must not limit God's glory to something physical like fire or cloud, but rather recognize God's glory as radiating from His character, which we can share.
Sermon; Given 6/7/2003
We must not limit God's glory to something physical like fire or cloud, but rather recognize God's glory as radiating from His character, which we can share.
Putting Out Flawed Study Practices
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/30/2003
There are proper ways to determine what the Bible teaches, and there are downright improper and dishonest ways.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/30/2003
There are proper ways to determine what the Bible teaches, and there are downright improper and dishonest ways.
Jesus and the Robber
Sermonette; Given 5/24/2003
Jesus went immediately to the grave when He was crucified, not to Paradise. Paradise refers to the coming Kingdom of God, not to heaven.
Sermonette; Given 5/24/2003
Jesus went immediately to the grave when He was crucified, not to Paradise. Paradise refers to the coming Kingdom of God, not to heaven.
Reasons for Optimism
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/23/2003
The epilogue to Job's story reveals a lesson for us. Job's 'golden age' was before him, not behind, and the key to his optimism was his relationship with God.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/23/2003
The epilogue to Job's story reveals a lesson for us. Job's 'golden age' was before him, not behind, and the key to his optimism was his relationship with God.
Falling Leaves
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/9/2003
If the opinions we hear or read are not based on the truths of God, they are like dead leaves falling from a tree: unsightly and worthless.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/9/2003
If the opinions we hear or read are not based on the truths of God, they are like dead leaves falling from a tree: unsightly and worthless.
The Glory of God (Part 2): In Christ
Sermon; Given 5/3/2003
When we (following Jesus' example) display the way of God in our lives, bearing His name, and keeping His commandments, God's glory radiates in our lives.
Sermon; Given 5/3/2003
When we (following Jesus' example) display the way of God in our lives, bearing His name, and keeping His commandments, God's glory radiates in our lives.
Let No One Deceive You
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 5/1/2003
Increasing knowledge and other modern factors lend themselves to deception, yet this is one of the primary end-time trends that Jesus warns us against.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 5/1/2003
Increasing knowledge and other modern factors lend themselves to deception, yet this is one of the primary end-time trends that Jesus warns us against.
Ditzy Chicks
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/25/2003
Just because one can do something does not mean that doing it is good. Many people no longer understand the distinction between 'can' and 'should.'
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/25/2003
Just because one can do something does not mean that doing it is good. Many people no longer understand the distinction between 'can' and 'should.'
The Glory of God (Part 1): The Shekinah
Sermon; Given 4/23/2003
The Shekinah, the pillar of cloud and fire, depicts God's visible presence and protection. Yet His glory is manifested in many other ways as well.
Sermon; Given 4/23/2003
The Shekinah, the pillar of cloud and fire, depicts God's visible presence and protection. Yet His glory is manifested in many other ways as well.
The Purpose of Israel
Sermon; Given 4/17/2003
God chose ancient Israel 1) to be separate, 2) to demonstrate His love to them, 3) to keep His promises to Abraham, and 4) to make a covenant with them.
Sermon; Given 4/17/2003
God chose ancient Israel 1) to be separate, 2) to demonstrate His love to them, 3) to keep His promises to Abraham, and 4) to make a covenant with them.