The Seven Churches (Part Four): SmyrnaBible Study (Article); Posted 11/9/2023
Jesus Christ's letter to the church in Smyrna contains a rarity among the seven churches: He levels no criticism! What makes the Smyrnans so acceptable?
The Place of Prophecy
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/3/2023
We should know the Bible's prophecies and be watching world events. But our focus on prophecy should not come at the expense of doctrine and Christian living.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/3/2023
We should know the Bible's prophecies and be watching world events. But our focus on prophecy should not come at the expense of doctrine and Christian living.
The Present Israeli-Hamas Conflict
Commentary; Given 10/28/2023
We should not be upended, realizing that Jesus Christ is aware and in control of the greater events in the world.
Commentary; Given 10/28/2023
We should not be upended, realizing that Jesus Christ is aware and in control of the greater events in the world.
Ask, Seek, KnockSermon; Given 10/21/2023
In answer to the question, 'How can a mere human being fulfill the difficult expectations of God?', Jesus instructs us to 'Ask, seek, and knock.'
Our True Identity
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/20/2023
These days, sexual identity is all the rage, but God's people, like all humans, are not only created in God's image but have an even more wonderful identity.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/20/2023
These days, sexual identity is all the rage, but God's people, like all humans, are not only created in God's image but have an even more wonderful identity.
Inured, Calloused, Apathetic
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/13/2023
Do we 'cry out' against the ravages of sin among our family and friends? Or have we become inured to it, calloused by constant contact, or even apathetic?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/13/2023
Do we 'cry out' against the ravages of sin among our family and friends? Or have we become inured to it, calloused by constant contact, or even apathetic?
Jesus and the Feast (Part Three): Light of the WorldFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/7/2023
Many scholars believe that John 7:53 to 8:11 was added because the style differs, but the verses are incredibly consistent with one another.
Jesus and the Feast (Part Two): Belief in the SpiritFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/3/2023
On the last day of the Feast, Jesus proclaimed Himself as the One who will dispense God's Spirit, amplifying the promise He had made to the woman at the well.
Jesus and the Feast (Part One): Alignment With GodFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/30/2023
Only in John 7 do we find some evidence of Tabernacles and the Eighth Day, providing a gold mine to discover what was on Jesus's mind during this time.
Handwriting on the Wall: Without Natural AffectionFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/29/2023
Narcissism and self-centeredness have snuffed out out-going concern, and everyone does what is right in their own eyes as the love of many grows cold.
Afflicting Our SoulsSermon; Given 9/25/2023
Jesus taught that fasting is an internal, spiritual good work, done in the inner self. Any other kind of fasting has little or no spiritual value.
The Rapture and TrumpetsSermon; Given 9/16/2023
The delusion of the pre-Tribulation 'rapture' concept, made popular by the Left Behind books and movies, hopelessly messes up the timing of Bible prophecy.
Which God Do You Worship?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/15/2023
Everyone, it seems, worships the same God — even Jews and Muslims and others — as there are many roads to heaven, right? So the common belief runs.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/15/2023
Everyone, it seems, worships the same God — even Jews and Muslims and others — as there are many roads to heaven, right? So the common belief runs.
Jonah: Typical IsraeliteSermon; Given 9/9/2023
To this borderline-suicidal narcissist, his universe held only himself, permitting God's will for others only if it conformed to his own will.
'I Will Come Again'
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/8/2023
The Feast of Trumpets memorializes the fact that God is sovereign, yet it also looks forward to the return of Christ to this earth as King of kings.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/8/2023
The Feast of Trumpets memorializes the fact that God is sovereign, yet it also looks forward to the return of Christ to this earth as King of kings.
Casting Pearls
Sermon; Given 8/19/2023
Jesus warns His disciples not to cast their pearls before those not called or those acting contemptuously to God's truth and would attack the messenger.
Sermon; Given 8/19/2023
Jesus warns His disciples not to cast their pearls before those not called or those acting contemptuously to God's truth and would attack the messenger.
Character and Leadership (2023)
Bible Study/Sermon; Given 8/19/2023
Leaders cannot compartmentalize their personal and public lives. Immorality in private life will bleed into public leadership. Jesus condemned hypocrisy.
Bible Study/Sermon; Given 8/19/2023
Leaders cannot compartmentalize their personal and public lives. Immorality in private life will bleed into public leadership. Jesus condemned hypocrisy.
The Seven Churches (Part Three): EphesusBible Study (Article); Posted 8/16/2023
Christ's letter to the Ephesians focuses on a people who succeeded in fighting heresy and apostates but, in the process, had left their first love.
Can We Trust Luke?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/28/2023
Critical scholars have often targeted Luke and Acts as unhistorical. Yet, repeatedly, textual and archeological finds prove them accurate and reliable.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/28/2023
Critical scholars have often targeted Luke and Acts as unhistorical. Yet, repeatedly, textual and archeological finds prove them accurate and reliable.
Do Not Judge
Sermon; Given 7/22/2023
While we do not have the prerogative of condemning and passing judgment, we do have the responsibility of observing behaviors or inspecting spiritual fruit.
Sermon; Given 7/22/2023
While we do not have the prerogative of condemning and passing judgment, we do have the responsibility of observing behaviors or inspecting spiritual fruit.