Parable of the Barren Fig Tree
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/2003
In the Parable of the Barren Fig Tree, Jesus does not attribute tragedy directly to any person's sins as the Jews did; instead, He affirms the sinfulness of everyone.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/2003
In the Parable of the Barren Fig Tree, Jesus does not attribute tragedy directly to any person's sins as the Jews did; instead, He affirms the sinfulness of everyone.
What Happened Between the Testaments?
Sermon; Given 11/15/2003
The Inter-Testamental period, approximately 400 years between the time of Malachi and Matthew, was a time of intense political and intellectual fermentation.
Sermon; Given 11/15/2003
The Inter-Testamental period, approximately 400 years between the time of Malachi and Matthew, was a time of intense political and intellectual fermentation.
Parable of the Faithful and Evil Servants
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/2003
Jesus teaches His disciples to be ready at all times for His return. We show how well prepared we are by the quality of our service to the brethren.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/2003
Jesus teaches His disciples to be ready at all times for His return. We show how well prepared we are by the quality of our service to the brethren.
What's With Education Today?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/31/2003
Teachers of higher education choose to ignore proofs of the existence and sovereignty of God, instead embracing and promoting unsubstantiated assertions.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 10/31/2003
Teachers of higher education choose to ignore proofs of the existence and sovereignty of God, instead embracing and promoting unsubstantiated assertions.
All His Ways Are Just
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/18/2003
Justice is more a process of doing (exercising mercy, love, and faith) in all of our interpersonal relations rather than rendering a verdict or sentence.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/18/2003
Justice is more a process of doing (exercising mercy, love, and faith) in all of our interpersonal relations rather than rendering a verdict or sentence.
Everlasting Light
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/12/2003
God's Spirit illumines the truth to the core of our beings. We must exemplify light in our testimony and behavior, anticipating our future glory of the New Jerusalem.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/12/2003
God's Spirit illumines the truth to the core of our beings. We must exemplify light in our testimony and behavior, anticipating our future glory of the New Jerusalem.
Positive Aspects of Atonement
Sermon; Given 10/6/2003
More important than the binding of Satan and his demons will be the 'at-one-ment' that we will have attained with God.
Sermon; Given 10/6/2003
More important than the binding of Satan and his demons will be the 'at-one-ment' that we will have attained with God.
Elements of a True Sacrifice
Sermonette; Given 9/27/2003
The episodes of Mary anointing Jesus feet with expensive oil and the widow offering a single mite teach us three elements of a true sacrifice.
Sermonette; Given 9/27/2003
The episodes of Mary anointing Jesus feet with expensive oil and the widow offering a single mite teach us three elements of a true sacrifice.
Meditate on These Things
Sermon; Given 9/13/2003
We must avoid shallow thinking, developing spiritual depth by meditating upon God's creation, His truth, His Law and His standards of righteousness.
Sermon; Given 9/13/2003
We must avoid shallow thinking, developing spiritual depth by meditating upon God's creation, His truth, His Law and His standards of righteousness.
Parable of the Rich Fool
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/2003
Even if we have everything we could ever want or need, when we die, our goods will do nothing for us. Because of wealth, the fool believes he has no need of God.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/2003
Even if we have everything we could ever want or need, when we die, our goods will do nothing for us. Because of wealth, the fool believes he has no need of God.
What Does It Say? (2003)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/29/2003
Debate has raged over whether the Ten Commandments monument should be removed. Has anyone bothered lately to read what the Ten Commandments actually say?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/29/2003
Debate has raged over whether the Ten Commandments monument should be removed. Has anyone bothered lately to read what the Ten Commandments actually say?
Be Kindly Affectionate
Sermonette; Given 8/16/2003
As spiritual siblings, we ought to manifest family affection, giving honor to one another, in humility esteeming our family members above ourselves.
Sermonette; Given 8/16/2003
As spiritual siblings, we ought to manifest family affection, giving honor to one another, in humility esteeming our family members above ourselves.
The Longsuffering of Our Lord Is Salvation
Sermon; Given 8/2/2003
Because God has demonstrated incredible longsuffering with our shortcomings, we should similarly exercise forbearance to those who have offended us.
Sermon; Given 8/2/2003
Because God has demonstrated incredible longsuffering with our shortcomings, we should similarly exercise forbearance to those who have offended us.
Parable of the Persistent Friend
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/1/2003
Unlike the sleeping friend, God is not reluctant to answer our prayers, but He does want us to be diligent and patient in our requests.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/1/2003
Unlike the sleeping friend, God is not reluctant to answer our prayers, but He does want us to be diligent and patient in our requests.
In What Way Have We Wearied Him?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/18/2003
Hardly anyone is willing to take responsibility for his actions. Are people innocent when leaders lead them astray? Can we rightly blame others for our actions?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/18/2003
Hardly anyone is willing to take responsibility for his actions. Are people innocent when leaders lead them astray? Can we rightly blame others for our actions?
I'll Tax Your Feet
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/4/2003
Since the average citizen cannot balance his own checkbook, how can we expect leaders to be able to balance the budgets of city, state, and federal governments?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 7/4/2003
Since the average citizen cannot balance his own checkbook, how can we expect leaders to be able to balance the budgets of city, state, and federal governments?
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Bible Study (Article); Posted 7/1/2003
This well-known parable describes working compassion as contrasted to selfishness. It also clarifies just who is our neighbor.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 7/1/2003
This well-known parable describes working compassion as contrasted to selfishness. It also clarifies just who is our neighbor.
The Essence of Self-Control
Sermon; Given 6/28/2003
A lack of self-control, as well as the cultivation of self-indulgent perversions, will characterize large segments of our society living at the end times.
Sermon; Given 6/28/2003
A lack of self-control, as well as the cultivation of self-indulgent perversions, will characterize large segments of our society living at the end times.
Powerful Effects of the Holy Spirit
Sermon; Given 6/8/2003
We are intrigued by supernatural power, and many seek to display it. Yet the Scriptures show the activity of the Holy Spirit in ways that are commonly missed.
Sermon; Given 6/8/2003
We are intrigued by supernatural power, and many seek to display it. Yet the Scriptures show the activity of the Holy Spirit in ways that are commonly missed.
Parable of the Two Debtors
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/1/2003
Just as we have been forgiven a huge, unpayable debt, so must we extend forgiveness to those who owe us, showing that we appreciate what has been done for us.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/1/2003
Just as we have been forgiven a huge, unpayable debt, so must we extend forgiveness to those who owe us, showing that we appreciate what has been done for us.