Are You an Israelite?
Sermon; Given 2/20/1999
Most of ancient Israel, because of their hardened hearts, did not please God. We must reflect on the the ways they stumbled so we can walk differently.
The Bible and the Environment
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 2/1/1999
Is God an environmentalist? Should Christians care about the ecological health of the earth and its inhabitants? Here's what the Bible says about the environment.
The Real Prince of Egypt
Sermon; Given 1/16/1999
Comparing the movie 'Prince of Egypt' with what the Bible and history tell us about the life of Moses proves that truth is more incredible than fiction.
The Holiness Code
Sermon; Given 1/2/1999
A portion of Leviticus, dubbed 'the holiness code,' describes how God lives. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus expanded the application of the holiness code.
Navigating the Third Wave
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/1999
The Third Wave is the Information Age, highlighted by instant communication, rapid transportation and ready information on any conceivable topic.
The First Prophecy (Part Three)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 12/1/1998
For his sin, Adam is promised great toil and suffering throughout his life, but just as in all things God does, a silver lining appears amidst the woe.
These Things We Know
Sermon; Given 11/21/1998
The writings of John contain nine categories of "we know" assertions. Fully knowing consists of developing a deep intense relationship with God.
The First Prophecy (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 11/1/1998
In Eve's curse lies the beginnings of both women's difficulties in childbearing and the battle of the sexes. The effects of this curse are still being felt daily!
Halloween
Sermon; Given 10/31/1998
True Christians do not celebrate Halloween. It is pagan in origin and practice and will destroy one's relationship with God. Light and darkness cannot mix.
Death: The End of the Beginning
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/12/1998
Looking at death as 'gain,' Jesus Christ and Paul calmly looked upon death as a natural part of life, as a transition to a better life in the resurrection.
The Future's So Bright I Gotta Wear Shades
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/6/1998
The Millennium will come about because Jesus Christ is faithful to rescue mankind from its own stupidity, putting an end to sin and rebellion.
Our Closest Neighbors
Sermon; Given 9/19/1998
We cannot have peace on a grand scale until we make peace with those closest to us. Without loving our brother, it is impossible to take on God's image.
The First Prophecy (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 9/1/1998
Genesis is a book of beginnings, and in that theme, it also contains the first prophecy. Part of it is God's curse on the serpent in Genesis 3:14-15.
It Takes a Church
Sermon; Given 8/15/1998
As Christians, we need to form warm, productive, quality relationships with our brethren, actively ministering to the needs of one another.
Liberty vs. Independence
Sermon; Given 7/18/1998
We have been liberated from the degeneration of sin, the fear of death, corruption, and the elements of this world. If we live righteously, we remain free.
Legacy
Article; Posted 7/1/1998
God tells us that a good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children. What kind of legacy will we leave our descendants?
Jude
Sermon; Given 6/20/1998
The book of Jude, a scathing indictment against false teachers, may be the most neglected book in the New Testament. False teachers twist grace into license.
Post-Resurrection Lessons
Sermon; Given 5/30/1998
On the Road to Emmaus, some of Christ's followers were agitated, confused, and in turmoil, being unable to put the scriptures and the physical facts together.
Psalm 133 (1998)
Sermon; Given 5/16/1998
Unity comes only through the initiation of God. If we would follow the suggestions in Romans 12, we could do our part in promoting unity in God's church.
It's All Relative
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 5/1/1998
We frequently hear our culture labeled as postmodern. What is postmodernism? How is it related to relativism? Most importantly, what does God think?