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This lesson examines the literary landscape of the early church to reinforce confidence in the New Testament canon by distinguishing it from Gnostic and apocryphal writings in the early church. It defines Gnosticism as a radical spirit-matter dualism that denies the humanity of Jesus and the goodness of creation, contrasting these heretical views with the orthodox rule of faith upheld by the early church fathers. The discussion categorizes early Christian literature into canonical, edifying, and apocryphal texts, noting that while some non-canonical writings like the Didache and Epistle of Diognetus are valuable for historical insight, they were never considered Scripture. The lesson highlights how the early church actively combated forgery and heresy, ensuring that the four canonical Gospels remained the authoritative witness to Christ's life, death, and resurrection. By analyzing specific examples such as the Gospel of Thomas and the Acts of John, the message demonstrates that these alternative texts are fundamentally incompatible with biblical truth and serve as a testament to the clarity and reliability of the inspired Scriptures.

Anticipating the Rapture: Knowing Truth, Encouraging Others, Living Holy. We are joined by Carl Broggi (Pastor). Topics discussed include: The Rapture: The Reality, Purpose, and Response. Living a Life Reflective of the Rapture.

The sermon examines the opening verses of Jude, focusing on the imperative to earnestly contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. It highlights the historical context of early heresies that diluted the doctrine of grace and distorted the person of Christ, urging believers to remain vigilant against such distortions. The teaching emphasizes that the Christian canon is a closed, definitive revelation handed down by the apostles, rejecting the notion of ongoing or added revelation found in liberal theology and other groups. Additionally, the message explores the theological significance of benedictions and prologues in New Testament letters, viewing them as acts of invoking God's peace and presence upon others. The tone is instructional and convicting, calling the audience to guard the integrity of Scripture and rely on God's power rather than human adequacy in ministry and personal devotion.

The stones of the temple at Jerusalem were thrown down in 70 AD. The towers and bulwarks of Zion that God commands us to walk about and count are found now in the Word of God. The kings saw the city of God, "marvelled," and "hasted away" (Psalm 48:5). If we have not heard the Word of God, we cannot see. We do not even know what to look for. A Christian who prays for the salvation of his children is to open the Word of God and walk about Zion, "that ye may tell it to the generation following." (Psalm 48:13)

This midweek service is at a different location, and we are in the process of starting a church.

Pastor Don's Books: https://ttwpress.com 2830 - https://www.thetruthpulpit.com

NP-153 - https://www.truthcommunitychurch.org

This sermon argues that a central mark of a healthy local church is the faithful exposition of Scripture, prioritizing the accurate and clear communication of God's Word. It distinguishes between eisegesis, which imposes personal ideas onto the text, and exegesis, which draws meaning out of the text in its proper context, urging believers to handle the Word of truth with diligence. The message emphasizes that expositional preaching ensures the church receives the full diet of God's truth, enabling God's people to behold all that God has revealed in the text of Scripture. By grounding convictions in Scripture, the church fulfills its role as the pillar and support of truth, revealing God's character and accomplishing His purposes through the power of the Word. Ultimately, the faithful expounding of Scripture is presented as the means by which sinners are saved, and saints are sanctified into the likeness of Christ.