Playlist: dokimazo (#G1381) (topic)
Passover Preparedness
Sermonette by John O. ReidWe are to seriously consider this season, examining ourselves carefully and soberly, measuring ourselves against the sinless life of Jesus Christ.
Examine Oneself
Sermonette byTo avoid taking the Passover in an unworthy manner, we are to put ourselves on trial, making an ardent effort to detect our shortcomings.
Are Your Feelings Fighting Your Faith?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Greek term dokimazo (G1381) appears in the instruction of II Corinthians 13:5 to prove or test oneself as to whether one is in the faith. This verb carries a stronger force than the preceding term rendered examine, evoking the process of assaying metals under intense heat to determine their genuine quality and endurance. The …
Job and Self-Evaluation (Part One): Job's Character
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn II Corinthians 13:5, Paul commands the Corinthians to examine themselves as to whether they are in the faith and to prove themselves, using the Greek term dokimazo for the second imperative. This word, rendered "prove" in the verse, more correctly means to examine, scrutinize, or inspect, to decide upon after examination, to …
Recognizing the Intents of the Heart
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe are counseled to seek wisdom (the power of judging rightly) and discernment (the ability to consider the end of a thought pattern or behavior).
The Christian Walk (Part Two): In Light
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughTo His disciples, Christ admonishes us to follow the light, imitate (or do) the light, and become sons of the light; to not just reflect light but become it.
Walking the Tightrope
Sermonette by Bill OnisickOur calling could be compared to tightrope walking, in which balance and proportion must be assiduously maintained and elements are in correct proportion.
Teaching Us To Think (Part Three): Proving God's Will
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs God tests His people, He desires that they test and prove His Laws to demonstrate that they invariably work, to prove these principles by following them.