A Look at Christian Suffering (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/23/2013
If we are merely seeking a crown of glory, hoping to skirt by Christ's suffering, we must ask ourselves whether we really accept the Passover cup.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/23/2013
If we are merely seeking a crown of glory, hoping to skirt by Christ's suffering, we must ask ourselves whether we really accept the Passover cup.
Anarchy in the Church?
Sermonette; Given 8/3/2013
Jude warns that when we take this anti-authority (rejecting all leaders) position, we become vulnerable to being tossed around by every wind of doctrine.
Sermonette; Given 8/3/2013
Jude warns that when we take this anti-authority (rejecting all leaders) position, we become vulnerable to being tossed around by every wind of doctrine.
The Truth About Deception (Part Three)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/19/2013
How are we different from those who have fallen away from the truth? How do we know that we will not also follow a path of deception and eventual apostasy?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/19/2013
How are we different from those who have fallen away from the truth? How do we know that we will not also follow a path of deception and eventual apostasy?
The Truth About Deception (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/12/2013
Satan is capable of much greater complexity than man is. Still, we can envision how Satan deceives by considering some of the strategies in the world around us.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/12/2013
Satan is capable of much greater complexity than man is. Still, we can envision how Satan deceives by considering some of the strategies in the world around us.
The Truth About Deception (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/5/2013
The Bible frequently warns against deception because all are susceptible. Recognizing one lie does not mean that we are immune to all others.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/5/2013
The Bible frequently warns against deception because all are susceptible. Recognizing one lie does not mean that we are immune to all others.
Is It Time to Build God's House?
Sermonette; Given 6/29/2013
As living stones in the Temple of the Holy Spirit, we are commanded to conform ourselves to the Cornerstone, diligently working together to build God's Temple.
Sermonette; Given 6/29/2013
As living stones in the Temple of the Holy Spirit, we are commanded to conform ourselves to the Cornerstone, diligently working together to build God's Temple.
Taking the Kingdom by Force
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 6/19/2013
"The kingdom...suffers violence, and the violent take it by force." Scripture reveals what violence is meant, who "the violent" are, and how they take the Kingdom.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 6/19/2013
"The kingdom...suffers violence, and the violent take it by force." Scripture reveals what violence is meant, who "the violent" are, and how they take the Kingdom.
Do You Value Your Holiness?
Sermonette; Given 5/18/2013
We need to treasure our separation (our being set apart), enabled to follow Christ as part of the Firstfruits, having God's Holy Spirit dwelling in us.
Sermonette; Given 5/18/2013
We need to treasure our separation (our being set apart), enabled to follow Christ as part of the Firstfruits, having God's Holy Spirit dwelling in us.
The Whole Earth
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 4/25/2013
Scripture prophesies that the Beast's empire will subjugate 'the whole earth.' But if we are waiting for the entire globe to be conquered, we will be deceived.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 4/25/2013
Scripture prophesies that the Beast's empire will subjugate 'the whole earth.' But if we are waiting for the entire globe to be conquered, we will be deceived.
A Look at Christian Suffering
Sermonette; Given 4/20/2013
If we are willing to endure suffering with Christ, we will also share in His glory. Our suffering could be a means to ceasing from sin.
Sermonette; Given 4/20/2013
If we are willing to endure suffering with Christ, we will also share in His glory. Our suffering could be a means to ceasing from sin.
How Did They Overcome? (Part Three)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/19/2013
Our deliverance does not come fully until the resurrection, but along the way, though our submission to God, He overcomes and delivers us from the evil within us.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/19/2013
Our deliverance does not come fully until the resurrection, but along the way, though our submission to God, He overcomes and delivers us from the evil within us.
How Did They Overcome? (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/12/2013
The blood of the Lamb grants us eternal life, as well as entrance to the Holy of Holies, enabling us to come before the throne of the Most High God.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/12/2013
The blood of the Lamb grants us eternal life, as well as entrance to the Holy of Holies, enabling us to come before the throne of the Most High God.
How Did They Overcome? (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/5/2013
Those whom God has called understand the importance of overcoming, but how do we overcome? In Revelation 12:10-11, God describes those who will overcome.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/5/2013
Those whom God has called understand the importance of overcoming, but how do we overcome? In Revelation 12:10-11, God describes those who will overcome.
Hidden Anger (Part Three)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/15/2013
'Passive-aggressive' behavior is hidden anger, including intentional inefficiency, obstruction, procrastination, and showing irritation by not conforming.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/15/2013
'Passive-aggressive' behavior is hidden anger, including intentional inefficiency, obstruction, procrastination, and showing irritation by not conforming.
Hidden Anger (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/8/2013
Anger can be outwardly visible, but it can also show up in ways that are subtle, indirect, and deceptive. Proverbs 26:24-26 provides an example of this.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/8/2013
Anger can be outwardly visible, but it can also show up in ways that are subtle, indirect, and deceptive. Proverbs 26:24-26 provides an example of this.
Hidden Anger (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/1/2013
'Of the seven deadly sins, anger is possibly the most fun. To lick your wounds, to smack your lips over grievances long past, to roll over your tongue the ...'
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/1/2013
'Of the seven deadly sins, anger is possibly the most fun. To lick your wounds, to smack your lips over grievances long past, to roll over your tongue the ...'
The Operations Manual
Sermonette; Given 2/23/2013
God's law functions like an operations manual for a large hotel, prescribing the ideal guest experience, a checklist meticulously written out by the owner.
Sermonette; Given 2/23/2013
God's law functions like an operations manual for a large hotel, prescribing the ideal guest experience, a checklist meticulously written out by the owner.
Breakfast by the Sea (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/1/2013
Jesus twice asks Peter if he has agape love, and both times Peter can only respond that he has tremendous personal affection -- he was lacking agape love.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/1/2013
Jesus twice asks Peter if he has agape love, and both times Peter can only respond that he has tremendous personal affection -- he was lacking agape love.
Breakfast by the Sea (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/25/2013
John 21 contains a strong lesson about our part of our Father's business. It begins with a significant miracle, the eighth sign found in the book of John.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/25/2013
John 21 contains a strong lesson about our part of our Father's business. It begins with a significant miracle, the eighth sign found in the book of John.
Principles of the Body
Sermonette; Given 1/19/2013
In the midst of the scattering, although it looks like the church has deteriorated, spiritual growth has taken place among those hold Christ as the Head.
Sermonette; Given 1/19/2013
In the midst of the scattering, although it looks like the church has deteriorated, spiritual growth has taken place among those hold Christ as the Head.