Testing the Spirits (Part 2)
Sermon; Given 12/17/2005
I John, addresses a congregation grounded in the truth but vexed from within by a number of anti-Christian teachings, including Docetism and Gnosticism.
Sermon; Given 12/17/2005
I John, addresses a congregation grounded in the truth but vexed from within by a number of anti-Christian teachings, including Docetism and Gnosticism.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part Two): The Parable of the Sower
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/29/2005
In the first parable of the sower, the quality of the various soils upon which the seed of the gospel falls determines whether or not there is growth.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/29/2005
In the first parable of the sower, the quality of the various soils upon which the seed of the gospel falls determines whether or not there is growth.
Testing the Spirits (Part 1)
Sermon; Given 11/26/2005
The Apostle John exhorts us to test and discern the spirits, judging between the true and the false, using the scripture as the steady standard of truth.
Sermon; Given 11/26/2005
The Apostle John exhorts us to test and discern the spirits, judging between the true and the false, using the scripture as the steady standard of truth.
Christianity Vs. Cultural Paganism
Sermon; Given 11/5/2005
Satan deceives by mixing truth with and falsehood, promoting cultural pagans or tares among the wheat or members of the church of God.
Sermon; Given 11/5/2005
Satan deceives by mixing truth with and falsehood, promoting cultural pagans or tares among the wheat or members of the church of God.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part One): Introduction
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/4/2005
Matthew 13 contains more parables than any other chapter in the Gospels. They are related in theme and organized to teach Christians specific lessons.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/4/2005
Matthew 13 contains more parables than any other chapter in the Gospels. They are related in theme and organized to teach Christians specific lessons.
Modesty (Part Two): Put On Righteousness
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/24/2005
The immodesty of current fashion exposes the nakedness of our children as though they were prostitutes. Swimsuits have evolved into 'legalized' nakedness.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/24/2005
The immodesty of current fashion exposes the nakedness of our children as though they were prostitutes. Swimsuits have evolved into 'legalized' nakedness.
Modesty (Part One): Moderation and Propriety
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/19/2005
We must avoid the world's extremes and sensual excesses in matters of dress and fashion, adopting instead humility, chastity, decency, morality, and self control.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/19/2005
We must avoid the world's extremes and sensual excesses in matters of dress and fashion, adopting instead humility, chastity, decency, morality, and self control.
Famine (Part Three): The Abundance of God's Salvation
Sermon; Given 10/8/2005
After Christ's return, famine will be the penalty for not keeping His Feast of Tabernacles. God will establish conditions in which famine will never occur again.
Sermon; Given 10/8/2005
After Christ's return, famine will be the penalty for not keeping His Feast of Tabernacles. God will establish conditions in which famine will never occur again.
What Will You Do?
Sermonette; Given 10/4/2005
We must guard against complacency and inactivity, putting our activities and energies into something permanent- such as God's eternal plan for us.
Sermonette; Given 10/4/2005
We must guard against complacency and inactivity, putting our activities and energies into something permanent- such as God's eternal plan for us.
Famine (Part Two): Behold, a Black Horse
Sermon; Given 10/1/2005
Various famines in the last century were caused by the despicable cruelty, greed, and corruption of human beings, bringing about large scale death.
Sermon; Given 10/1/2005
Various famines in the last century were caused by the despicable cruelty, greed, and corruption of human beings, bringing about large scale death.
Famine (Part One): The Beginning of Sorrows
Sermon; Given 9/10/2005
Famine is caused by sin, ignorance, foolish farming practices, and inadequate means of transit. The whole world will soon suffer intense spiritual famine.
Sermon; Given 9/10/2005
Famine is caused by sin, ignorance, foolish farming practices, and inadequate means of transit. The whole world will soon suffer intense spiritual famine.
Parable of the Talents (Part Two)
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/29/2005
The Parable of the Talents is often confused with the Parable of the Pounds. These parables illustrate Christian responsibilities from different angles.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/29/2005
The Parable of the Talents is often confused with the Parable of the Pounds. These parables illustrate Christian responsibilities from different angles.
The Church Family - Convinced and Persuaded
Sermon; Given 8/20/2005
Church government should reflect God's government, typified as a family, with Christ as the loving husband and the church as the submissive wife.
Sermon; Given 8/20/2005
Church government should reflect God's government, typified as a family, with Christ as the loving husband and the church as the submissive wife.
Mercy and Justice
Sermon; Given 8/6/2005
We are obligated to emulate God's mercy, as well as kindness, forbearance, and judgment. As we extend heartfelt compassion, God will extend mercy to us.
Sermon; Given 8/6/2005
We are obligated to emulate God's mercy, as well as kindness, forbearance, and judgment. As we extend heartfelt compassion, God will extend mercy to us.
Parable of the Talents (Part One)
Bible Study (Article); Posted 7/25/2005
While the Parable of the Ten Virgins highlights preparation for Christ's return, the Parable of the Talents portrays Christians engaged in profitable activity.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 7/25/2005
While the Parable of the Ten Virgins highlights preparation for Christ's return, the Parable of the Talents portrays Christians engaged in profitable activity.
The Mystery of the Church (2005)
Sermon; Given 6/18/2005
Paul's body analogy illustrates the interconnectedness of all members to Jesus Christ and to each other. Not one is unimportant or useless.
Sermon; Given 6/18/2005
Paul's body analogy illustrates the interconnectedness of all members to Jesus Christ and to each other. Not one is unimportant or useless.
Parable of the Ten Virgins (Part Two)
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/10/2005
The Parable of the Ten Virgins is prophetic concerning the attitude of Christians at the end time. The wise and foolish virgins each have things to teach us.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/10/2005
The Parable of the Ten Virgins is prophetic concerning the attitude of Christians at the end time. The wise and foolish virgins each have things to teach us.
Parable of the Ten Virgins (Part One)
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/31/2005
Jesus gave the Parable of the Ten Virgins to encourage His disciples to be watchful and to make preparations for His return and the end of the age.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/31/2005
Jesus gave the Parable of the Ten Virgins to encourage His disciples to be watchful and to make preparations for His return and the end of the age.
The Meekness and Gentleness of Christ
Sermon; Given 5/28/2005
Jesus demonstrated His meekness in His treatment of many with whom He interacted. Balancing firmness and gentleness, He seeks to save rather than destroy.
Sermon; Given 5/28/2005
Jesus demonstrated His meekness in His treatment of many with whom He interacted. Balancing firmness and gentleness, He seeks to save rather than destroy.
Faith Overcomes the World
Sermon; Given 5/7/2005
As we attempt to overcome the world, we soon realize that we battle against invisible principalities, requiring us to form a close relationship with Christ.
Sermon; Given 5/7/2005
As we attempt to overcome the world, we soon realize that we battle against invisible principalities, requiring us to form a close relationship with Christ.