We Are God's Building
Sermonette; Given 8/13/2005
Five comparisons between the construction of the new Church of the Great God building and the development of our spiritual lives.
Sermonette; Given 8/13/2005
Five comparisons between the construction of the new Church of the Great God building and the development of our spiritual lives.
The Sabbath a Delight
Sermonette; Given 6/4/2005
The Sabbath pictures a freedom from bondage and prefigures the joy of living in God's Kingdom. It Sabbath infuses us with hope.
Sermonette; Given 6/4/2005
The Sabbath pictures a freedom from bondage and prefigures the joy of living in God's Kingdom. It Sabbath infuses us with hope.
Footwashing
Sermonette; Given 4/16/2005
As Jesus demonstrated true humility and love, we must also put away our pride, assuming a servant's attitude or humble serving stance.
Sermonette; Given 4/16/2005
As Jesus demonstrated true humility and love, we must also put away our pride, assuming a servant's attitude or humble serving stance.
Uriah the Hittite
Sermonette; Given 2/5/2005
God used Uriah as a spiritual mirror, demonstrating to David the vast distance from which he had fallen from his earlier integrity and valor.
Sermonette; Given 2/5/2005
God used Uriah as a spiritual mirror, demonstrating to David the vast distance from which he had fallen from his earlier integrity and valor.
Conscience Towards God
Sermonette; Given 9/11/2004
Even though Joseph did not cause the evil events that befell him, he nevertheless did not complain nor did he compromise his morality, patiently enduring.
Sermonette; Given 9/11/2004
Even though Joseph did not cause the evil events that befell him, he nevertheless did not complain nor did he compromise his morality, patiently enduring.
From Whom Do We Seek Honor
Sermonette; Given 6/5/2004
Jesus warns the Pharisees against the shallowness of seeking honor from one another rather than seeking honor from God.
Sermonette; Given 6/5/2004
Jesus warns the Pharisees against the shallowness of seeking honor from one another rather than seeking honor from God.
Jesus Wept
Sermonette; Given 3/13/2004
Jesus' tears resulted from frustration at the lack of faith in those with whom He had closely counseled and for whom He had deep empathy (Mary and Martha).
Sermonette; Given 3/13/2004
Jesus' tears resulted from frustration at the lack of faith in those with whom He had closely counseled and for whom He had deep empathy (Mary and Martha).
Sticks and Stones
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 12/1/2003
What are we to do when destructive words come our way? We must learn to take everything with much patience and longsuffering, which will result in peace.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 12/1/2003
What are we to do when destructive words come our way? We must learn to take everything with much patience and longsuffering, which will result in peace.
Esther's Preparation
Sermonette; Given 11/29/2003
The refusal of Queen Vashti to honor the king's request makes a striking contrast to Esther's faithfulness to her responsibilities, particularly her purification.
Sermonette; Given 11/29/2003
The refusal of Queen Vashti to honor the king's request makes a striking contrast to Esther's faithfulness to her responsibilities, particularly her purification.
Words Should Never Hurt Us
Sermonette; Given 9/13/2003
Ignoring insults and abuses is far wiser than combating each slight made against us. We need to follow King David's example of holding his peace.
Sermonette; Given 9/13/2003
Ignoring insults and abuses is far wiser than combating each slight made against us. We need to follow King David's example of holding his peace.
Temptations: Trials and Tests
Sermonette; Given 6/14/2003
We are not to desire trials or temptations, but we should feel joy that the trials produce godly character - especially the elusive quality of patience.
Sermonette; Given 6/14/2003
We are not to desire trials or temptations, but we should feel joy that the trials produce godly character - especially the elusive quality of patience.
The Pride of the Ephraimites
Sermonette; Given 4/26/2003
The Ephraimites were more concerned with who received the credit for the victory than for the outcome of the battle. Pride inevitably leads to destruction.
Sermonette; Given 4/26/2003
The Ephraimites were more concerned with who received the credit for the victory than for the outcome of the battle. Pride inevitably leads to destruction.
We Are Not Alone
Sermonette; Given 3/8/2003
Passover is a time when our covenant is renewed with God, indicating that we are never alone as long as we stay attached to the vine.
Sermonette; Given 3/8/2003
Passover is a time when our covenant is renewed with God, indicating that we are never alone as long as we stay attached to the vine.
A Merry Heart
Sermonette; Given 12/7/2002
Despite all the tinsel and glitz, the Christmas season brings a great deal of stress. Knowing God and knowing the will of God brings about contentment.
Sermonette; Given 12/7/2002
Despite all the tinsel and glitz, the Christmas season brings a great deal of stress. Knowing God and knowing the will of God brings about contentment.
Teaching By Example
Sermonette; Given 10/12/2002
Good skills and habits learned as children will ensure success in later life. Our characteristics (good or bad) we find reflected in our children.
Sermonette; Given 10/12/2002
Good skills and habits learned as children will ensure success in later life. Our characteristics (good or bad) we find reflected in our children.
Remember Lot's Wife
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/1996
Lot's wife is best known for locking back and becoming a pillar of salt. What was so important that she yearned for Sodom? The same pull can draw us away.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/1996
Lot's wife is best known for locking back and becoming a pillar of salt. What was so important that she yearned for Sodom? The same pull can draw us away.
By the Waters of Ahava
Article; Posted 5/1/1995
Ezra faced a dilemma: Should he ask the king for military protection or trust God for the Jews' safety? His decision serves as an example for us.
Article; Posted 5/1/1995
Ezra faced a dilemma: Should he ask the king for military protection or trust God for the Jews' safety? His decision serves as an example for us.