The Two Witnesses (Part Four)
Sermon; Given 6/29/2002
The seven golden lamps symbolize 7 churches, empowered by abundant oil, manifested as spiritual words. Zerubbabel is a type of Christ, finishing the Temple.
A Nation Under God?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/28/2002
'One nation under God' means that we acknowledge God's part in our founding and in our future. It means that Americans acknowledge God's rule over them.
A World Gone Mad
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/21/2002
Each action and reaction plunges the world into a deeper morass of madness that no human will ever be able to cure.
The Jewish Testament?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/14/2002
The Bible never calls the Old Testament 'the Jewish Testament.' The New Testament cannot be understood without the foundation of the Old Testament.
The Two Witnesses (Part Three)
Sermon; Given 6/8/2002
The first major concern of the Two Witnesses will be directed to the church rather than to the world at large, expunging worldliness out of the church.
Cold Facts of Global Warming
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/7/2002
Only 30 years ago, the concern was global cooling. A 'new ice age' was predicted to fall upon us, and wooly mammoths would make a comeback.
Fading Freedoms
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/31/2002
When will Americans realize that they are frittering away their God-given blessings, among which is the freest form of government this world has ever known?
Give It to Us Straight!
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/24/2002
The American people used to express shock when the President was caught in a lie, but post-Clinton, we have become blasé about it. We almost expect it.
Our Affinity to Christ
Sermon; Given 5/19/2002
Our lives must be totally wrapped up in Christ, exemplifying His character. As we overcome, taking the same steps as Christ did, we will receive His reward.
Above the Fray
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/17/2002
The New Testament contains no calls to get involved in government to affect change in society. The change must be internal and individual, not a crusade.
The Two Witnesses (Part Two)
Sermon; Given 5/11/2002
God's truth may bring about sadness, astonishment, anger, and bitterness to the one delivering the message. James and John were types of the Two Witnesses.
Lesson Learned
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/10/2002
The next time we stumble across someone in need, before we simply 'help' him, we need to step back and determine how best we can truly help him.
Semantics
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/3/2002
Words matter because we attach meanings to them and draw conclusions from them. What goes into our minds as words affects the way we think and believe.
The Two Witnesses (Part One)
Sermon; Given 4/27/2002
God wants us to recognize prophecies as they occur or shortly afterward. To cling to an interpretation before the events happen leads to missing vital details.
Deterrence
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/26/2002
What is the biblical penalty for pedophilia? It is not found in the Bible, but the instructions concerning fornication and homosexuality give us guidance.
Blindness or Disregard?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/19/2002
The network news programs do not produce stories on the Palestinian's use of women and children as human shields for fighters. Why?
The Solution? Character
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/12/2002
Modern education fails to teach children to look for and predict cause-and-effect relationships, opting for valueless teaching and moral equivalency.
The Second Passover
Sermonette; Given 4/6/2002
Because of Passover's importance, God has provided a mechanism for a rescheduling if there is a legitimate need arising from unavoidable circumstances.
A Time for War
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/5/2002
God allowed ancient Israel to go war, and when Christ returns, His first act will be to wage war against the nations. When God-led, war can bring peace.
Baptized in the Sea
Sermon; Given 4/3/2002
Israel experienced a type of baptism in passing through the Red Sea on the last day of Unleavened Bread. Baptism symbolizes death, burial, and resurrection.