The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Water Into Wine (Part One)
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/2006
Jesus' first miracle, turning water into wine, reveals principles of the nature of Jesus' miraculous power and God's purpose in performing such signs.
Together We Stand - But on What?
Sermon; Given 10/28/2006
Paul, using the body analogy in I Corinthians, focuses on the need for unity and inter-relatedness by concentrating upon sound doctrine.
Eternal Responsibilities
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/14/2006
We each have an eternal responsibility to do the will of God, continually seeking Him. Those who do not choose God's way of life will be mercifully put to death.
Prepare to Teach
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/8/2006
We will be kings and priests, responsible for those coming out of the tribulation. We must prepare now to fill the entire earth with the knowledge of God.
Mixed with Faith
Sermonette; Given 10/2/2006
The messages we receive from scripture must be received with humility and mixed with faith. Our offerings also must be given in humility.
Perfect, Gentle Courtesy (Part 3)
Sermon; Given 9/30/2006
Parents are obligated to teach God's laws to their children. According to Emily Post, good manners are to the family what good morals are to society.
Apostasy and Faith
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/29/2006
In a secular sense, apostasy is abandoning one's political party, principles, or cause. Biblically, apostasy is rebellion against God or the abandonment of faith.
Perfect, Gentle Courtesy (Part 2)
Sermon; Given 9/16/2006
Good manners are not just an accomplishment, but a duty that everyone must practice in order for society to move smoothly.
The Miracles of Jesus Christ (Part One)
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/11/2006
Jesus' miracles did far more than merely excite His audience: They declared the Source of His power and His message.
Brim-full Obedience
Sermonette; Given 9/9/2006
Christ's miracle of changing water into wine teaches that brimful obedience is required on the part of the servants. We must do everything with all our might.
Perfect, Gentle Courtesy (Part 1)
Sermon; Given 8/12/2006
Our manners express our personality, especially as they portray humility, courtesy, or gentleness, and are improved as we make use of God's Spirit.
The Parables of Matthew 13 (Part Nine): The Parable of the Householder
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/8/2006
The Parable of the Householder is addressed to Christ's disciples, and beyond them, to God's ministers, whom Jesus wants to feed His flock a balanced spiritual diet.
Dating (Part 3): A Love Worthy of Your Life
Sermon; Given 7/15/2006
Society's interpretation of love is lust or infatuation. Premarital sex leads to long-term devastating effects, and never leads to adjustment in marriage.
The Parables of Matthew 13 (Part Eight): The Parable of the Dragnet
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/30/2006
The penultimate parable of Matthew 13 uses the illustration with which Christ's disciples were very familiar: fishing in the Sea of Galilee.
Are You Dissipating Your Own Energy?
Sermon; Given 6/24/2006
We need to be on guard against dissipating our energy, becoming over-immersed in activity and busyness to the point of losing overall effectiveness.
Dating (Part 2): The Proper Order of Things
Sermon; Given 6/10/2006
Many singles have found dating in the church difficult, consequently turning to the world for companionship, courting dangerous consequences.
In Which Circle Are You?
Sermonette; Given 6/4/2006
The farther out we go from the inner circle of God the Father and Jesus Christ, the harder it is to keep the light and guidance for overcoming before us.
The Parables of Matthew 13 (Part Seven): The Parable of the Pearl
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/26/2006
Commentators frequently misinterpret the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price. The merchant represents Jesus Christ, giving His all for the church.
Dating (Part 1): The Purposes of Dating
Sermon; Given 5/20/2006
A key ingredient in dating is faith in God's purpose. The relationship one has with God takes precedence over any relationship with any other human being.
The Danger of Outside Suggestion
Sermonette; Given 5/13/2006
Yielding to hypnosis makes one vulnerable to forces outside his mind and goes against the biblical injunction to bring every thought into captivity.