What Are You Leaving?
Sermonette; Given 4/21/2014
The Ephesians had a strong sense of duty and served as a vanguard in the battle against false doctrines. What was lacking was devotion to Christ.
Sermonette; Given 4/21/2014
The Ephesians had a strong sense of duty and served as a vanguard in the battle against false doctrines. What was lacking was devotion to Christ.
Why Wasn't Jesus Christ Crucified at the Start of Passover?
Sermonette; Given 4/12/2014
Jesus was crucified late on Abib 14, yet the Passover lambs were to be killed at the beginning of the 14th. The time of Christ's death is highly significant.
Sermonette; Given 4/12/2014
Jesus was crucified late on Abib 14, yet the Passover lambs were to be killed at the beginning of the 14th. The time of Christ's death is highly significant.
Coming: Dry Times in the U.S. and Israel
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 3/11/2014
Talk of 'global warming' and 'climate change' fill the airwaves and the Internet, but drought has hit parts of America and Israel with devastating effects.
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 3/11/2014
Talk of 'global warming' and 'climate change' fill the airwaves and the Internet, but drought has hit parts of America and Israel with devastating effects.
The "Open Door" of Philadelphia
Sermonette; Given 3/1/2014
Many have misunderstood the 'open door' reference in the letter to Philadelphia. It refers to Isaiah 22:15-25, which describes the role of Eliakim the steward.
Sermonette; Given 3/1/2014
Many have misunderstood the 'open door' reference in the letter to Philadelphia. It refers to Isaiah 22:15-25, which describes the role of Eliakim the steward.
Without Me, You Can Do Nothing (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/28/2014
Producing fruit is not simply a matter of having Jesus Christ or being forgiven. He says we will not produce anything unless we go on growing in Him.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/28/2014
Producing fruit is not simply a matter of having Jesus Christ or being forgiven. He says we will not produce anything unless we go on growing in Him.
Without Me, You Can Do Nothing (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/21/2014
We tend to avoid acknowledging our weaknesses, but at some point, each of us will admit our powerlessness and inability to carry out God's will on our own.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/21/2014
We tend to avoid acknowledging our weaknesses, but at some point, each of us will admit our powerlessness and inability to carry out God's will on our own.
Clothing, Wineskins, and Wine
Sermonette; Given 2/1/2014
Without a brand new wineskin, the wine of the New Covenant would burst the seams. Only by abstaining from the old wine can we cultivate a taste for the new.
Sermonette; Given 2/1/2014
Without a brand new wineskin, the wine of the New Covenant would burst the seams. Only by abstaining from the old wine can we cultivate a taste for the new.
Crookedness
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 1/28/2014
Solomon says, 'What is crooked cannot be made straight,' a truism that most people know to be the case. Harsh words cannot be unsaid. Wicked deeds cannot be undone.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 1/28/2014
Solomon says, 'What is crooked cannot be made straight,' a truism that most people know to be the case. Harsh words cannot be unsaid. Wicked deeds cannot be undone.
Anarchy in God's Church? (Part Three)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/17/2014
If we reject the spiritual gifts God gave to others, we put ourselves at risk of being deceived, and altering our belief system in response to every new idea.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/17/2014
If we reject the spiritual gifts God gave to others, we put ourselves at risk of being deceived, and altering our belief system in response to every new idea.
Anarchy in God's Church? (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/10/2014
Numerous biblical examples show the authority and structure of the church. However, they will hold little weight if we feel our experience invalidates them.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/10/2014
Numerous biblical examples show the authority and structure of the church. However, they will hold little weight if we feel our experience invalidates them.
Nothing
Sermonette; Given 1/4/2014
We must seriously consider the reality of Christ's life, counting the cost and making the commitment, accepting any thorn in the flesh we may have to bear.
Sermonette; Given 1/4/2014
We must seriously consider the reality of Christ's life, counting the cost and making the commitment, accepting any thorn in the flesh we may have to bear.
Anarchy in God's Church? (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/3/2014
Anarchism rejects authority and governance. It declares that man is essentially good, and if all restraints are removed, that inner goodness will come out.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 1/3/2014
Anarchism rejects authority and governance. It declares that man is essentially good, and if all restraints are removed, that inner goodness will come out.
The Shepherd's Guidance (Part Three)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/13/2013
If sheep choose to become 'without a shepherd,' they reject one of Christ's major gifts to His flock, taking themselves outside of His established order.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/13/2013
If sheep choose to become 'without a shepherd,' they reject one of Christ's major gifts to His flock, taking themselves outside of His established order.
The Shepherd's Guidance (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/6/2013
Even though under-shepherds do not always perfectly emulate Christ, He has nevertheless established their roles and has gifted them to serve in this way.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/6/2013
Even though under-shepherds do not always perfectly emulate Christ, He has nevertheless established their roles and has gifted them to serve in this way.
The Shepherd's Guidance (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/29/2013
When our lives change, we do not have to fear that things are out of control. As the Good Shepherd, Christ changes our circumstances for our benefit.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/29/2013
When our lives change, we do not have to fear that things are out of control. As the Good Shepherd, Christ changes our circumstances for our benefit.
Can We Win People For Christ?
Sermonette; Given 11/16/2013
No human being can 'win' a soul for Christ or open his mind to the mysteries of God. We cannot by our efforts call any one or impart true belief.
Sermonette; Given 11/16/2013
No human being can 'win' a soul for Christ or open his mind to the mysteries of God. We cannot by our efforts call any one or impart true belief.
The Good Work
Sermonette; Given 10/12/2013
As in time-lapse photography, a single snapshot of our life may be dismal and would not be able to portray the broad sweep or the future.
Sermonette; Given 10/12/2013
As in time-lapse photography, a single snapshot of our life may be dismal and would not be able to portray the broad sweep or the future.
Beware the Second Flood
Sermonette; Given 9/21/2013
Satan is pumping a flood of irrelevant and useless information. We must prioritize our information intake, guarding against blowing our spiritual circuits.
Sermonette; Given 9/21/2013
Satan is pumping a flood of irrelevant and useless information. We must prioritize our information intake, guarding against blowing our spiritual circuits.
A Look at Christian Suffering (Part Three)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/6/2013
It offends our sense of justice to see the wicked prospering while the righteous suffer. We may need to adjust our expectations for leading an easy life.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/6/2013
It offends our sense of justice to see the wicked prospering while the righteous suffer. We may need to adjust our expectations for leading an easy life.
Silence in Heaven
Sermonette; Given 9/5/2013
Before the seventh seal is opened, there is silence in heaven, signifying a focused attention in anticipation of an event of monumental importance.
Sermonette; Given 9/5/2013
Before the seventh seal is opened, there is silence in heaven, signifying a focused attention in anticipation of an event of monumental importance.