This lesson explores the significance of the good confession in Christianity, examining biblical examples from Jesus, God the Father, angels, and demons. It emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects this confession and the urgency of making it for salvation.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Good Confession
00:43 Jesus' Good Confession Before Pilate
03:12 The Significance of Jesus' Confession
06:30 God the Father's Confession of Jesus
09:50 Other Biblical Confessors: Nathaniel, Peter, Thomas
15:37 Demons' Confession of Jesus' Divinity
17:58 Faith, Works, and the Process of Salvation
19:00 The Importance of Confessing Jesus for Salvation
24:24 Living a Life of Confession
28:12 The Judgment and the Confession of All
29:00 The Urgency of Making the Good Confession Now

 This lesson explores the profound teachings of 1 Corinthians 13, focusing on how love should influence our behavior within the church community. It emphasizes that love is not just a feeling but a guiding principle for how Christians interact with one another.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Power of Love in Christian Life
01:57 The Context of 1 Corinthians 13: Love as a Bond Among Christians
04:12 Attributes of Love: Patience, Kindness, and Humility
06:02 Love Does Not Behave Rudely: What That Means in Practice
07:52 Examples of Improper Behavior in Corinth and Their Lessons
09:53 Cultural Norms and Conscience: Head Coverings and Social Expectations
12:03 The Lord's Supper: Respect, Reverence, and Love
13:59 Unity in the Church: How Love Promotes Harmony
15:57 Practical Applications: Living Out Biblical Love Today
17:55 Conclusion: Love as the Greatest Virtue and Its Impact on Our Lives

 This lesson explores the deep symbolism in Revelation 17, connecting it with Daniel's visions and historical context of Rome's emperors. It clarifies the timing of the book's writing and the significance of the beast and harlot imagery.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Revelation 17 and its Symbols
01:56 The Connection Between Revelation and Daniel 7
03:50 The Identity of the Woman and the Beast
06:05 The Timing of Revelation's Writing and Roman Emperors
08:05 The Significance of Seven Hills and Seven Kings
10:07 The Beast's Tenses and Its Implications
12:08 The Egyptian Plagues and Revelation's Judgment
14:00 The Beast's Resurrection and Impostor Nature
16:03 The Historical Context of Roman Emperors from Augustus to Domitian
18:00 The Prophecy of the Ten Horns and Kings
20:04 The Destruction of Jerusalem and Its Prophetic Fulfillment
21:51 The Ultimate Victory of God's Kingdom

Justin Evergarden explores Matthew 5, focusing on the true meaning of marriage, divorce, honesty, and non-retaliation. This lesson emphasizes biblical authority, integrity, and Christian conduct in everyday life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Prayer
00:57 Transition from Lust to Marriage: Sacredness of Marriage
02:01 Jesus' Authority and the True Meaning of Divorce
03:01 The Legal and Covenant Aspects of Marriage
05:01 Marriage as a Divine Institution Established by God
06:24 Marriage and the Authority of God, Not Man
07:30 The Permanence of Marriage and Biblical Grounds for Divorce
09:55 The Foundation of Biblical Marriage and Authority
11:32 Personal Responsibility and Working Out Salvation
12:44 The Exception of Fornication and Its Significance
15:00 The Ripple Effect of Unscriptural Divorce
16:40 Oaths and Honesty: The Importance of Truthfulness
20:39 The Seriousness of Oaths and Sacred Language
23:49 The Power of Words and Integrity in Speech
24:39 Revenge and Restraint: Turning Away from Vengeance
30:11 The Christian Response to Evil and Persecution
33:29 Christ's Power and Restraint in the Face of Abuse
35:54 Practical Applications of Restraint and Generosity
38:25 Conclusion and Next Steps in Christian Living

Gage Coldwater shares his inspiring journey of mission work, focusing on sustainable support methods, agricultural training, and the development of a global training center for missionaries. Discover how innovative farming techniques and strategic planning are transforming mission efforts worldwide.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Gage's Mission Background
01:26 The Nepal Mission and Initial Challenges
04:09 Urban Farming in Kathmandu: Cows and Manure
06:09 Teaching Self-Supporting Skills: Gardening and Rabbits
09:21 Innovative Farming: Snails and Aquaponics
12:18 Teaching Agriculture in Cameroon and Myanmar
14:02 Building Preaching Schools in Africa
18:10 Outreach in El Salvador and Muslim Communities
21:15 Self-Supporting Preachers and Gospel Growth
24:51 School of Church Growth and Bible Training
31:32 The Vision for a Global Mission Training Center
34:10 Property Details in Belize and Future Plans
37:26 Preparing Missionaries for Cultural and Practical Challenges
39:44 Funding and Support Goals for the Belize Project
41:29 Call for Support and Prayers

Walker Cain explores the biblical principles of the godly rule, emphasizing how to treat others' business, plans, possessions, and personal information with love and discretion, rooted in Scripture. This lesson offers practical guidance on living out the golden rule in everyday interactions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Godly Rule and Love
00:39 The Difference Between the Golden Rule and the Godly Rule
01:16 The Greatest Commandment and Loving Your Neighbor
02:29 Treating Others' Business with Helpfulness, Not Meddling
04:03 Working and Doing Your Own Business as a Christian
06:54 The Danger of Meddling and How to Avoid It
08:45 Respecting Privacy and Knowing When to Refrain
10:08 The Need for Discretion and Not Distributing Secrets
18:55 Treating Others' Plans with Respect and Wisdom
20:54 The Seriousness of Idolatry and Leading Others into Sin
23:01 The Importance of Not Following Sin Due to Relationships
28:53 Respecting Others' Decisions and Plans
29:23 Following God's Plans and Not Disregarding Them
32:36 Treating Others' Possessions and Moods with Respect
36:40 Handling Others' History and Forgiveness Biblically
38:56 Summary: Living Out the Biblical Principles of Love and Discretion

In this lesson, Aaron Cozort explores the true meaning of love according to 1 Corinthians 13, contrasting it with the behaviors of the Corinthian church. He emphasizes that love is demonstrated through humility, selflessness, and God's actions, not pride or self-interest.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to 1 Corinthians 13 and the concept of love
00:31 What love is not: Paul’s description in 1 Corinthians
02:26 The significance of speaking in tongues and spiritual gifts
04:19 The purpose of spiritual gifts and their temporary nature
10:50 Love does not envy, parade itself, or puff up
18:46 Love is not puffed up or self-promoting
22:19 The folly of worldly wisdom and boasting in men
29:59 Dealing with sin and moral issues in the church
39:19 The importance of self-examination and the Lord’s Supper
40:18 Unity in the body of Christ and spiritual diversity
43:03 God’s demonstration of love through Christ’s sacrifice
44:23 Invitation to enter and return to the love of God

Explore the intricate connections between Revelation, Daniel, and Old Testament imagery, focusing on the judgment of great cities and nations, especially Rome, and the symbolism of the harlot and beast.

This sermon explores the concept of calling from a biblical perspective, emphasizing that all believers are called to serve God with their lives, regardless of occupation or status. It encourages personal reflection on how to live out this calling daily.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: What Do You Do When Called?
00:35 Romans 12: Living Sacrifices and Spiritual Gifts
02:25 The Call to Love and Serve Others
03:18 Who Is Called? Not Just Select Individuals
04:55 Defining Your Identity Beyond Occupation
05:20 God's Call for All Believers
06:09 The Call to Be Children of God
07:00 Christ's Call and Salvation
08:53 Living in Gratitude for Our Calling
09:23 Pursuing Christlikeness and Holiness
10:45 The Spirit-Filled Life and Service
11:16 The Final Hope: Glorification and Eternal Glory
12:14 Living Out Our Calling Daily
13:35 Using Talents to Reflect Christ
14:03 The Call to Service and Final Invitation

This sermon explores the significance of Christ's identity, authority, and reliability in establishing and leading His church. It emphasizes the importance of understanding who Jesus is, His divine authority, and the assurance we have in Him for salvation and eternal life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Worshiping Christ and His Church
00:27 The Perfect Creation and The Fall in Genesis
01:19 Sin's Impact on Humanity and God's Wrath
02:32 The Need for a Savior: Christ's Promise in Genesis
03:19 The First Prophecy of Christ: Crushing Satan
04:05 John the Baptist and Jesus: The Lamb of God
05:07 The Establishment of the Church in Jerusalem
06:05 The Wisdom of God Displayed in the Church
07:04 Christ's Identity: Lord and Christ
08:23 The Uniqueness of Jesus: Son of God and Creator
09:08 The Foundation of the Church: Jesus' Name and Identity
10:31 The Apostles' Confession: Jesus as the Son of God
13:18 Peter's Confession and the Church's Foundation
16:28 The Church as the Called-Out Body of Christ
20:00 Christ as King, Creator, and Head of the Church
21:58 The Kingdom and the Church: One and the Same
23:59 Inheritance and Citizenship in God's Kingdom
26:06 Obeying Christ: The Path to Salvation
28:10 The Authority of Christ Over His Church
29:56 The Role of Jesus as Creator and Sustainer
31:51 The Importance of Following Christ's Commands
33:48 Baptism: The Spiritual Operation of God
35:47 The Assurance and Reliability of Christ
37:52 Walking in the Light and Confessing Sins
40:07 The Hope of Resurrection and Eternal Life
41:50 Responding to Christ's Authority and Salvation
43:11 Invitation: Join Christ's Church Today