Discover the hidden gospel treasures in the book of Leviticus and how the Old Testament sacrificial system points directly to Jesus Christ. This comprehensive study explores the five biblical offerings - burnt offering, grain offering, peace offering, sin offering, and guilt offering - and reveals how each one finds its ultimate fulfillment in Christ's perfect sacrifice. Learn why Leviticus matters for Christians today and how understanding these ancient practices deepens our appreciation for the gospel. The burnt offering teaches us about total surrender and devotion to God, while the grain offering shows how our work and daily labor can be consecrated to His glory. The peace offering celebrates the fellowship and reconciliation we have with God through Christ's blood. The sin offering reveals how Jesus became our sin-bearer, taking on humanity's guilt so we could receive God's righteousness. The guilt offering demonstrates both vertical forgiveness from God and horizontal restoration in our relationships with others. This biblical teaching connects Old Testament theology with New Testament fulfillment, showing how the sacrificial system that operated for over 1,500 years was completed once and for all through Jesus Christ. Perfect for Bible study groups, seminary students, pastors, and anyone seeking to understand the connection between the Old and New Testaments. Explore themes of holiness, atonement, sacrifice, redemption, and grace as revealed through the Levitical system. Discover practical applications for Christian living, including questions about earning God's acceptance versus resting in Christ's finished work, appreciating the complexity of salvation, surrendering completely to God, and consecrating daily activities for His glory. This study demonstrates that while we are great sinners, Jesus is an even greater Savior who perfectly fulfilled what we could never accomplish through religious activity or moral effort.

Exodus (Part 2) - Reading the Bible, Finding the Gospel

Discover the profound gospel truths hidden within the book of Exodus and how this Old Testament narrative points directly to Jesus Christ and our salvation. This Bible study explores how Moses, the author of Exodus, reveals God's character, name, and redemptive plan for humanity during Israel's wilderness journey from Egypt to the Promised Land.Learn about the central theme of the enslaved redeemed and how God's deliverance of Israel from Egyptian bondage perfectly illustrates our spiritual salvation. Understand how God hears the cries of His oppressed people and provides complete redemption through His power alone, just as He does for us today through Christ.Explore key passages including the burning bush encounter where God reveals Himself as I AM WHO I AM, the institution of Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, the giving of the Ten Commandments, and God's glory filling the tabernacle. Discover how each of these events foreshadows the greater work of Jesus Christ.This Bible study reveals how Moses serves as a type of Christ, the greater deliverer who leads the ultimate exodus from sin and death. Both were born under evil rulers, both serve as mediators between God and people, and both lead their followers to freedom and inheritance.Understand the significance of the burning bush as a preview of the Incarnation, where God's holy presence dwells among sinful humanity without consuming us. Learn how Christ took the consuming fire of God's wrath upon Himself so we could experience life and grace.Discover how the God of the Old Testament is full of grace, giving salvation before standards and love before law. When God gives the Ten Commandments, He first reminds Israel of their redemption, showing that obedience should flow from gratitude for salvation, not as a means to earn it.This study addresses common misconceptions about Old Testament theology and demonstrates the consistency of God's grace throughout Scripture. Learn practical applications for approaching God based on Christ's finished work rather than personal performance, and understand how God's desire to dwell with His people transforms our perspective on prayer and worship.Perfect for Bible study groups, personal devotion, or anyone seeking to understand how the Old Testament reveals Jesus Christ and the gospel message.

Discover how the book of Genesis reveals Jesus Christ on every page through powerful patterns of redemption and prophecy. This comprehensive study explores the gospel threads woven throughout the first book of the Bible, showing how every story points to our Savior. Learn about the sacrificial covering God provided for Adam and Eve and how it foreshadows Jesus as our ultimate covering. Understand the significance of exile from Eden and how Christ opened the way back to God's presence. Explore the remarkable parallels between Old Testament figures and Jesus Christ, including Abel's acceptable sacrifice, Noah's promise of rest, Abraham's covenant blessings, Joseph's journey from humiliation to exaltation, and Judah's substitutionary love. This biblical exposition demonstrates how to read the Old Testament with gospel eyes, recognizing the intentional patterns God placed throughout Scripture. Perfect for Bible study groups, pastors, and anyone seeking to understand the connection between the Old and New Testaments. Discover practical applications for reading Scripture christocentrically and finding Jesus in unexpected places. Topics covered include biblical typology, covenant theology, redemptive history, Old Testament prophecy, and gospel-centered hermeneutics. Whether you're new to Bible study or a seasoned believer, this teaching will transform how you read Genesis and the entire Old Testament, helping you see the unified story of redemption from beginning to end.

Discover how the book of Genesis contains the entire gospel story and points to Jesus Christ from the very beginning. This sermon explores how Genesis serves as the foundation for understanding God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture. Learn about the authorship of Genesis by Moses during Israel's wilderness wandering and why this first book of the Bible is essential for understanding Christianity. Explore key biblical themes including creation, the image of God, the fall of humanity, sin and redemption, covenant promises, and God's sovereignty. Understand how Jesus appears throughout Genesis as the eternal Word who spoke creation into existence, the greater Adam who succeeded where the first Adam failed, and the promised seed who would defeat Satan. This study covers essential Genesis passages including the creation account, Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, the fall and first gospel promise, Noah's flood and God's covenant, Abraham's faith journey, Jacob's transformation, Joseph's story of redemption, and prophetic promises about the coming Messiah. Learn how these Old Testament accounts prophetically point to New Testament fulfillment in Jesus Christ.Discover practical applications for Christian living, including how understanding Jesus as Creator changes worship, how Christ's obedience covers our failures, how we're being restored to God's image through sanctification, and how God works all things together for good. Perfect for Bible study groups, personal devotions, or anyone seeking to understand how the Old Testament connects to the gospel message. Topics covered include biblical theology, Old Testament studies, Genesis commentary, gospel in the Old Testament, Jesus in Genesis, creation theology, covenant theology, redemptive history, biblical interpretation, Christian apologetics, and practical Christian living. Whether you're a new believer or mature Christian, this sermon will deepen your understanding of how Genesis establishes the foundation for the entire biblical narrative.

Reading the Bible - Finding the Gospel Introduction

Seven Letters from the King - Conclusion

Seven Letters from the King - Revelation 3:14-22

Seven Letters from the King - Revelation 3:7-13

Are you spiritually alive or just going through the motions? Jesus told a busy, active church that they had a reputation for being alive but were actually dead. In our world of endless spiritual options, it's easy to treat Jesus as just another choice rather than the risen Lord. What's the difference between spiritual dryness and spiritual death? How can you tell if you're truly alive to the Gospel or just culturally Christian? The answer might surprise you and could change everything about how you live your faith.