Is the TV Your Shepherd?
Sermonette; Given 5/31/2003
Vicarious sin pollutes our minds as much as participating in it directly. Our conduct corresponds to what our eyes focus upon.
Sermonette; Given 5/31/2003
Vicarious sin pollutes our minds as much as participating in it directly. Our conduct corresponds to what our eyes focus upon.
Are You Missing Out On Blessings?
Sermon; Given 5/17/2003
Often physical prosperity works against godly character and spiritual well-being. To be rich toward God means to seek His Kingdom first, live His way, and trust Him.
Sermon; Given 5/17/2003
Often physical prosperity works against godly character and spiritual well-being. To be rich toward God means to seek His Kingdom first, live His way, and trust Him.
You Fight and War
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/2/2003
In all religious confrontations, the motivation is the desire for power. It is a desire to have the upper hand, to control the target of one's desires.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/2/2003
In all religious confrontations, the motivation is the desire for power. It is a desire to have the upper hand, to control the target of one's desires.
Parable of the Marriage Feast
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/1/2003
Jesus exposes the Jews' rejection of the gospel using the illustration of a king sending invitations to a wedding celebration.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/1/2003
Jesus exposes the Jews' rejection of the gospel using the illustration of a king sending invitations to a wedding celebration.
Why Are We Afflicted?
Sermon; Given 4/26/2003
Affliction is a necessary aspect of life, yielding strength of character, while ease and comfort weaken us. Christ was perfected as High Priest through suffering.
Sermon; Given 4/26/2003
Affliction is a necessary aspect of life, yielding strength of character, while ease and comfort weaken us. Christ was perfected as High Priest through suffering.
Elements of a Thanksgiving Offering
Sermonette; Given 4/23/2003
Failing to be thankful is a sign of faithlessness. The thanksgiving offering is to be emblematic of joy, freely given, and done as a privilege.
Sermonette; Given 4/23/2003
Failing to be thankful is a sign of faithlessness. The thanksgiving offering is to be emblematic of joy, freely given, and done as a privilege.
The Christian Medal of Honor
Sermon; Given 4/19/2003
God rewards patient and continual perseverance in good works, reflecting an inner nobility and character.
Sermon; Given 4/19/2003
God rewards patient and continual perseverance in good works, reflecting an inner nobility and character.
What Would You Die For?
Sermon; Given 4/5/2003
Christian martyrs, convicted by God's truth, having an ardent love for Christ, have attained a special place of honor because of their ultimate sacrifice.
Sermon; Given 4/5/2003
Christian martyrs, convicted by God's truth, having an ardent love for Christ, have attained a special place of honor because of their ultimate sacrifice.
Those Who Suffer
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/28/2003
Desiderius Erasmus noted, 'War is delightful to those who have had no experience of it.' Many view war like a sports program--with no concern for suffering.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/28/2003
Desiderius Erasmus noted, 'War is delightful to those who have had no experience of it.' Many view war like a sports program--with no concern for suffering.
The Law's Purpose and Intent
Sermon; Given 3/15/2003
The effectiveness of a law is found in its purpose and intent rather than the letter. Love and mercy constitute the spiritual fulfillment of the Law.
Sermon; Given 3/15/2003
The effectiveness of a law is found in its purpose and intent rather than the letter. Love and mercy constitute the spiritual fulfillment of the Law.
Called to Liberty
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/7/2003
Ironically, while many people in the US feel a sense of increased 'freedom' in areas of personal immorality, their civil freedoms are steadily eroding.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 3/7/2003
Ironically, while many people in the US feel a sense of increased 'freedom' in areas of personal immorality, their civil freedoms are steadily eroding.
Parable of the Wicked VinedressersBible Study (Article); Posted 3/1/2003
Jesus uses the parable of the wicked vinedressers to proclaim God's plan to take His message to others, the church, who would accept it.
Should a Christian Go To War? (Part 2)
Sermon; Given 2/22/2003
God alone has the prerogative of giving and taking life. As ambassadors of God's heavenly Kingdom, we do not take up arms on behalf of any nation on the earth.
Sermon; Given 2/22/2003
God alone has the prerogative of giving and taking life. As ambassadors of God's heavenly Kingdom, we do not take up arms on behalf of any nation on the earth.
Should a Christian Go To War? (Part 1)
Sermon; Given 2/1/2003
Conscientious objection to military action requires exercising mature faith, involving submission, loyalty, dedication, and conscientious obedience to God's Law.
Sermon; Given 2/1/2003
Conscientious objection to military action requires exercising mature faith, involving submission, loyalty, dedication, and conscientious obedience to God's Law.
Parable of the Two Sons
Bible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/2003
People react to God's calling differently. The Parable of the Two Sons explains that one's ultimate obedience to God is what really matters!
Bible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/2003
People react to God's calling differently. The Parable of the Two Sons explains that one's ultimate obedience to God is what really matters!
Contentment is Learned
Sermonette; Given 1/25/2003
Contentment does not come without work, but must be developed as the result of weathering trials by the faith of Christ.
Sermonette; Given 1/25/2003
Contentment does not come without work, but must be developed as the result of weathering trials by the faith of Christ.
Parable of the Sower
Bible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/2003
When the gospel of the coming Kingdom of God is preached in all the world, the ears that hear it are not always receptive of this priceless knowledge.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/2003
When the gospel of the coming Kingdom of God is preached in all the world, the ears that hear it are not always receptive of this priceless knowledge.
Gray Areas in Human Reasoning
Sermon; Given 12/21/2002
We must be on guard for the incremental nature of gray areas. Godly reasoning recognizes no gray areas; just because something is lawful does not mean it is good.
Sermon; Given 12/21/2002
We must be on guard for the incremental nature of gray areas. Godly reasoning recognizes no gray areas; just because something is lawful does not mean it is good.
Parable of the Unforgiving Servant
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/2002
Jesus teaches us how to deal with offenses and sins against us in this parable, focusing on our attitude of forgiveness because of being forgiven ourselves.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/2002
Jesus teaches us how to deal with offenses and sins against us in this parable, focusing on our attitude of forgiveness because of being forgiven ourselves.
The Reversal of Human Will
Sermon; Given 11/30/2002
Numerous examples in scripture demonstrate a sudden reversal by God, who overturns the pride of human will, revealing His plans to the lowly and the humble.
Sermon; Given 11/30/2002
Numerous examples in scripture demonstrate a sudden reversal by God, who overturns the pride of human will, revealing His plans to the lowly and the humble.