Four Synonymous Terms Showing How One Receives Christ: John 17:6-8 Received through Hearing His Word Received through Believing His Word Received through Knowing His Word Received through Keeping His Word

In 2 Corinthians 4:7, the apostle Paul referred to himself as an earthen vessel carrying a treasure from heaven. It is the responsibility of the church today, as earthen vessels, to continue the work of pouring out the great treasure of redemption’s plan. The Treasure Residing In The Vessels The Treatment Required Of The Vessels […]

Matt. 12:36-37 “By Your Words” Condemned Using the Lord’s name in vain (Ex. 20:7; Phil. 2:9-11). Lying (Prov. 6:16-19). Deceiving (Rom. 16:18). Filthy language (Eph. 5:4). Speaking evil (Jude 8; Matt. 5:21-22). Reviling (1 Cor. 6:9-11; 1 Pet. 2:21-23). “By Your Words” Justified Speaking about the kingdom of God (Acts 1:3; 8:12). Speaking to edify […]

Equipped for Battle Ephesians 6:10-20 We know about the armor of God (Eph. 6:14-17). But have we really considered the application? How does this passage picture the church and the Christian life? (cf. Eph. 6:10-13; 2 Tim. 2:3). Are we soldiers EQUIPPED FOR BATTLE? That we are supplied with armor and weaponry (cf. Eph. 6:17; […]

Colossians 2:7 The Strength that is in Christ – ROOTED The Source of the Strength that is in Christ – BUILT UP The Stability that is in the Faith of Christ – ESTABLISHED The Surpassing Joy that is in the Faith of Christ – ABOUNDING THANKSGIVING

John 11:9-10 Walking in the Daylight: A Time to Work (John 11:9) A Time When Work is Done (John 11:10)

Jeremiah 17:5-11 When Times Get Tough… Do I trust in man (Jer. 17:5, 6, 11). Do I trust in God? (Jer. 17:7, 8). Will I decide my own course? (Jer. 17:9). Will I desire God’s correction? (Jer. 17:10). NOTE: The audio begins about a minute in because the microphone was turned on late.

God’s Greatest Leaders Were Shepherds! Shepherd Leadership: Has a Focus on the Family Nurtures the Church Points People to the Gospel

A New Creation (Rev. 21:1) A New Kingdom (Rev. 21:2) A New Tabernacle (Rev. 21:3) A New Life! (Rev. 21:4-6)

Hallelujah – Praise the Lord! His Presence is Universal (Psa. 148:1-13; cf. Ps. 139; Acts 17:24-28). His Presence is Unique (Psa. 148:14; cf. Eph. 1:3-6).