James and Unleavened Bread (Part Three)
Sermon; Given 4/11/1998
James had to be written as a counterbalance to antinomian elements that twisted Paul's writings to proclaim that that grace nullifies the need for works.
Trends in Global Religion
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 4/1/1998
The world is not very unified religiously, is it? What does this mean for the fulfillment of Bible prophecy? Could this mean we still have a long time to wait?
Accountability
Sermon; Given 3/21/1998
The prophecies reveal that if young people try to find answers in the world or other religions, they will meet with disaster.
The Branch
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 3/1/1998
The Branch is a well-known Old Testament prophetic figure, identified as the Messiah by most people. Yet, is there more to it than that? What does it mean to us?
Character Matters
Sermon; Given 2/21/1998
Unlike America's presidents, in God's kingdom only those who have God's approval, those who have developed iron-clad character, will be qualified to rule.
Why the Transfiguration?
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 2/1/1998
Why was Jesus transfigured on the mount? What did it mean? What was it designed to teach the apostles?
Forbearance
Sermon; Given 1/17/1998
God put up with the foibles of Abraham, Samson, David, Job, and others, allowing them time to repent and build character. We need to develop this godly trait.
'As It Was In the Days of Noah'
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/1998
When Jesus said the end time would be like the days of Noah, did He mean that the last days would be violent and corrupt, or that they would come suddenly?
Real Conversion
Sermon; Given 12/6/1997
The process of conversion is actually God's workmanship creating a new spiritual being with godly spiritual character- the image of Christ.
Right? Wrong?
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 12/1/1997
A look at medicine, politics and religion shows that America has lost its moral and ethical foundation, unable to distinguish between right and wrong.
Hebrews 12 and 13: Advice for the End Time
Sermon; Given 11/15/1997
We must lay aside every weight, accept God's chastening, receive encouragement from those who have gone before, and get back into the spiritual race.
God and Gender
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 11/1/1997
Gender-neutral language in Bible translations is a spill-over of radical feminism, which also endorses goddess worship and other non-Christian practices.
Stewardship
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/21/1997
A steward is responsible for the supervision or managing of something entrusted into his care by a superior. As God's stewards, have been entrusted with much.
The Kingdom of God
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/17/1997
The Kingdom of God includes a King, territory, citizenry, and laws. The term kingdom (Greek basileia), has a past, present and future application.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 3): Hidden Treasure
Sermon; Given 10/4/1997
The church constitutes Christ's treasure, hidden in the world, purchased and redeemed with Christ's blood. The Pearl of Great Price depicts a rich merchant (Christ), …
Habakkuk
Sermon; Given 10/2/1997
Habakkuk learns to look, watch, wait, then respond, realizing that God is sovereign and will rectify all the injustices in His own time.
Which Bible Translation Is Best?
Article; Posted 10/1/1997
Though most ancient manuscripts of the Bible agree, wide variation exists among English translations. How do we know if one is better than another?
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 2): Leaven
Sermon; Given 9/20/1997
The Kingdom of God or of Heaven has past, present, and future aspects. The Kingdom parables primarily provide instruction for the present aspect.
Scratching Our Itches
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 9/1/1997
It's easy for worldly ideas to creep into the church. We must be on guard against any 'itch' we have that could lead us or others astray.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 1): The Mustard Seed
Sermon; Given 8/16/1997
The Bible, in both parables and prophecies, interprets itself and remains consistent in its use of symbols. We cannot arbitrarily attach meaning to symbols.