The Seven Churches (Part Eight): PhiladelphiaBible Study (Article); Posted 4/1/2000
The Philadelphia church is often considered the best of the seven churches of Revelation 2 and 3. Is it? Does it have faults? Is our judgment biased?
Countering Presumptuousness
Sermon; Given 3/18/2000
Korah, Dathan, and Abiram were not content with where God had placed them, but, in a spirit of pride, wanted to arrogate to themselves the office of Moses.
Sermon; Given 3/18/2000
Korah, Dathan, and Abiram were not content with where God had placed them, but, in a spirit of pride, wanted to arrogate to themselves the office of Moses.
Outlook 2000 (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/1/2000
What is in store for the world in the next decade? Here are the trends concerning Asia, Europe, and the Middle East in light of biblical prophecy.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/1/2000
What is in store for the world in the next decade? Here are the trends concerning Asia, Europe, and the Middle East in light of biblical prophecy.
The Seven Churches (Part Seven): SardisBible Study (Article); Posted 3/1/2000
Christ's fifth letter in Revelation 2-3, written to Sardis, calls its recipients 'dead.' Do they have any hope? Are our works lively, our faith living?
Presumptuousness
Sermon; Given 2/19/2000
Individuals arrogating to themselves the authority to change doctrine are on extremely dangerous ground, presumptuously setting up idols in place of God.
Sermon; Given 2/19/2000
Individuals arrogating to themselves the authority to change doctrine are on extremely dangerous ground, presumptuously setting up idols in place of God.
The Seven Churches (Part Six): ThyatiraBible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/2000
Thyatira receives a litany of praise and rebuke from our Savior. He particularly focuses on idolatry, which is spiritual fornication.
Outlook 2000 (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 2/1/2000
What will the first decade of the new millennium bring? The outlook for 2000 and beyond hinges on how America handles its role as sole superpower.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 2/1/2000
What will the first decade of the new millennium bring? The outlook for 2000 and beyond hinges on how America handles its role as sole superpower.
The Need for Forgiveness
Sermon; Given 1/15/2000
Because it is more blessed to give than to receive, the things we desire for ourselves we should be willing to give to others, including forgiveness.
Sermon; Given 1/15/2000
Because it is more blessed to give than to receive, the things we desire for ourselves we should be willing to give to others, including forgiveness.
The Seven Churches (Part Five): PergamosBible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/2000
Christ severely criticizes the church in Pergamos for idolatry and following the doctrine of Baalam. To those who overcome, He will grant eternal life.
Was Herbert Armstrong a False Prophet?
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/2000
Herbert Armstrong made scores of predictions, and many of them never came to pass. Does this make him a false prophet? Is he thus not worthy of following?
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/2000
Herbert Armstrong made scores of predictions, and many of them never came to pass. Does this make him a false prophet? Is he thus not worthy of following?
Announcing . . . Christ's Birth!
Sermon; Given 12/18/1999
The blending of paganism with inspired Scripture has degraded and obscured the meaning and glory of what happened in the announcement of Jesus Christ's birth.
Sermon; Given 12/18/1999
The blending of paganism with inspired Scripture has degraded and obscured the meaning and glory of what happened in the announcement of Jesus Christ's birth.
Debate
Sermon; Given 11/20/1999
The Bible takes a very dim view of argument, debate, discord, and strife. In all matters of contention, we must strive to put ourselves above the fray.
Sermon; Given 11/20/1999
The Bible takes a very dim view of argument, debate, discord, and strife. In all matters of contention, we must strive to put ourselves above the fray.
Dating Outside the Church
Sermon; Given 10/9/1999
Dating outside the church is fraught with dangers, yoking a believer with an unbeliever and complicating the spiritual overcoming and growth process.
Sermon; Given 10/9/1999
Dating outside the church is fraught with dangers, yoking a believer with an unbeliever and complicating the spiritual overcoming and growth process.
How to Survive Exile
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/30/1999
God exiles to punish for sin, separating individuals and groups from Him in order to spur repentance. There is something to exile that God finds very good.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/30/1999
God exiles to punish for sin, separating individuals and groups from Him in order to spur repentance. There is something to exile that God finds very good.
Importance of the True Gospel
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/25/1999
The way back to unity is to embrace the vision that once kept us focused on the same goal, giving us active, kinetic, dynamic and explosive power.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/25/1999
The way back to unity is to embrace the vision that once kept us focused on the same goal, giving us active, kinetic, dynamic and explosive power.
Sovereignty and Submission
Sermon; Given 9/11/1999
Being reared in a democratic nation sometimes complicates our relationship with God; God's government is actually a sovereign, benevolent dictatorship.
Sermon; Given 9/11/1999
Being reared in a democratic nation sometimes complicates our relationship with God; God's government is actually a sovereign, benevolent dictatorship.
The Seven Churches (Part Two): InterpretationsBible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/1999
The modern church of God has taught that Revelation's seven churches typify successive eras from apostolic times to Christ's return. Is this belief valid?
Elisha and the Shunammite Woman, Part II: Serving God's Children
Article; Posted 9/1/1999
Comparing God's true ministers to false ministers—and seeing their fruit—reveals how the church must be revived spiritually. And "sneezing" plays a major …
Article; Posted 9/1/1999
Comparing God's true ministers to false ministers—and seeing their fruit—reveals how the church must be revived spiritually. And "sneezing" plays a major …
Parenting (Part 5): Methods
Sermon; Given 8/21/1999
Of the various approaches to discipline, spanking is really the only method endorsed by the Bible. Properly administered, spanking smarts but leaves no bruises.
Sermon; Given 8/21/1999
Of the various approaches to discipline, spanking is really the only method endorsed by the Bible. Properly administered, spanking smarts but leaves no bruises.
The Seven Churches (Part One): OverviewBible Study (Article); Posted 8/1/1999
Revelation's seven churches have intrigued readers for centuries. Were they just seven historical churches, eras, or attitudes ever-present in the church?