It has been often said, “One life will soon be past – only what is done for Christ will last.” Do we do the things we do for us, or for Jesus? Do we follow Him as our King, just like the mighty men who followed David? Or…do we (like Saul) focus on ourselves, to […]

The topic of riches can be controversial in churches because of the abundance of abuse among the ‘pastors’ that practice greed. Yet the Bible provides clear instruction on the subject. Wealth can either be a danger or a blessing. It all depends if the person with the wealth submits him/herself to the Lord. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 […]

How are churches to deal with schismatic people (divisive people)? The same way Paul dealt with the attitudes of slaves regarding their masters: with the word of God. The Bible is our final rule of authority, being the source to which we appeal. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

It is a difficult thing to think about hell. But we must, for the Bible does. Thankfully, that is not all Chapter 66 includes. The full spectrum of the previous prophecies continue: from God’s displeasure at hypocritical religion, to His grace being known all over the world; from eternal life to eternal judgment. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 […]

When it comes to the issue of leadership, it provides clear guidance. Elders in a church congregation are not to be forgotten, either in matters of honor or in discipline. Love is required in both matters. Likewise, wisdom and godly order. After all, our God is a God of order, and His wisdom and love […]

As difficult as it would be for the Jews to endure the destruction of Jerusalem and the captivity of their people, a better day was coming…a day in which all the covenant promises of God would come to full fruition and they would live in the Kingdom for which they longed. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

As the overseeing pastor in Ephesus, Timothy would need to relate to the various people in the congregation. Although Timothy was not a child, he was still relatively young while many people in the church were older them him. How would he lead them? How would he help the church care for them, when necessary? […]

Israel obviously had a covenant with God, but they repeatedly broke that covenant. The only thing the ancient Hebrew people could honestly expect were consequences for their sin. They lost access to the promised blessings of God. What needed to happen for that access to be restored? Confession and repentance. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

The mark of a good minister is maturity…something that is seen through a person’s doctrine and practice. Paul starts out with some general marks of good ministers, then hones in on Timothy for his example to set in front of the congregation. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

One of the great things about Biblical prophecy is that it often reminds us of the better things that God has in store for His people. Sure, there might be some challenges on the horizon. But that isn’t all there is. God has something more…God has planned something better. God has wonderful plans to bless […]