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- ROMANS 16: Paul's Warning and Doxology
Dr. Sean Cole concludes this teaching through Paul's letter to the Romans. In Chapter 16, he discusses the list of names, the role of women in the church, a warning against false teachers who cause division, and the centrality of the gospel as the entire theme of Romans.
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
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You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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https://x.com/sdcole0 min - Live Truthfully! MATTHEW 5:33-37
Here is the main point of Jesus’ teaching in this passage: Live so truthfully that your word is never questioned.
In this sermon, Dr. Sean Cole answers three questions of this text:
First, how did the Old Testament explain vows and oaths? (vs 33)
Second, how were the religious leaders abusing the taking of oaths and vows? (vs. 34-36)
Third, what is the main point of Jesus’ teaching on oaths? (vs. 37)
By nature, we are all guilty liars who exaggerate, break our promises, use careless words, and at times are not trustworthy or reliable.
We desperately need a Savior who is the Ultimate Truth Teller and the ultimate Promise Maker to rescue us from our sin by dying on the cross, forgiving us, and granting us eternal life in heaven.
Only Jesus gives you the power to live so truthfully that your word is never questioned.
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
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You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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https://x.com/sdcole0 min - What God Has Joined Together, Let Not Man Separate: MATTHEW 5:31-32
In this sermon from Matthew 5:31-32, Dr. Sean Cole preaches on divorce. He answers FOUR questions regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage.
Question One: How does the Bible describe marriage?
Question Two: How did the religious leaders view divorce?
Question Three: What are the biblical grounds for a divorce?
Question Four: Is it permissible for a divorced person to remarry?
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
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You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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www.seancole.net
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46 min - ROMANS 14:1-15:13: Disputable Matters, Christian Freedom, and the Conscience
In Romans 14:1-15:13, Paul addresses the issue of disputable matters or issues of Christian freedom that are not specifically addressed in Scripture.
Dr. Sean Cole teaches how we should relate to one another as believers in Christian unity when we disagree on non-negotiable dogmas or doctrines, but on preferences or personal convictions.
A church can experience two extremes:
One: Legalism—elevating non-essentials or preferences to the level of dogma and making them a test of orthodoxy and conditions of fellowship.
Two: License—abandoning the clear teachings of Scripture for an “anything goes” attitude in church
A healthy church needs to have a:
- Clear stance on issues of dogma
- Clear explanation of matters of doctrine, with some flexibility to disagree
- Non-judgmental, non-legalistic atmosphere when it comes to secondary issues and preferences
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
You can purchase it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Calvinism-Defending-Doctrines-Without-ebook/dp/B0FZDNLGK4/ref=sr_1_1
https://shop.g3min.org/products/compassionate-calvinism-defending-the-doctrines-of-grace-without-being-a-jerk
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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1 hr 10 min - ROMANS 15:14-33: Paul's Missionary Plans and Prayer Request
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
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In Romans 15:14-33, Paul describes his past missionary endeavors among unreached peoples. He then expresses his desire to visit the church in Rome after he delivers a financial gift from the Macedonian churches to the struggling church in Jerusalem. His ultimate desire is to go to Spain (frontier missions where Christ has not been heard), but wants to have a layover in Rome to be refreshed by their encouragement. He then gives an urgent prayer request and asks the Romans to pray earnestly on his behalf.
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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1 hr 16 min - ROMANS 13:8-14: Holy Living
In Romans 13:8-14, Paul teaches believers to cast off works of darkness and put on the Lord Jesus Christ. He urges us to live holy lives as we anticipate the Second Coming of Christ.
Instead of just saying “no” to sin, we need to see Christ in all of His glory and find that He is more captivating, beautiful, glorious, and worthwhile than the sin before us.
The other half of gospel repentance involves treasuring Christ above all.
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
You can purchase it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Calvinism-Defending-Doctrines-Without-ebook/dp/B0FZDNLGK4/ref=sr_1_1
https://shop.g3min.org/products/compassionate-calvinism-defending-the-doctrines-of-grace-without-being-a-jerk
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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www.seancole.net
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1 hr 4 min - ROMANS 13:1-7: Governing Authorities
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
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Romans 13 teaches the role of governing authorities established by the sovereign Lord. How should we respond to our government? How should the civil magistrate govern? When is it appropriate to resist a government through civil disobedience? What role does the US Constitution play in this discussion? Dr. Sean Cole addresses these issues and more in this study of Romans 13:1-7.
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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1 hr 13 min - I Know My Redeemer LIVES! Job 19:25-27 Easter Sermon
Dr. Sean Cole preaches from the book of Job on Resurrection Sunday.
He asks three crucial questions:
Question One: Do you truly KNOW Jesus as your risen Redeemer?
Question Two: Will you SEE Jesus face-to-face when He returns?
Question Three: Is Jesus EVERYTHING to you?
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
You can purchase it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Calvinism-Defending-Doctrines-Without-ebook/dp/B0FZDNLGK4/ref=sr_1_1
https://shop.g3min.org/products/compassionate-calvinism-defending-the-doctrines-of-grace-without-being-a-jerk
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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https://x.com/sdcole0 min - A Sinful Desire or a Single Devotion? MATTHEW 5:27-30
Dr. Sean Cole continues through the Sermon on the Mount. Pastor Sean distilled this passage down into one crucial question: Will your heart choose sinful desires or a single devotion?
The single devotion has a double meaning. First and foremost, it means that you have a single devotion to Christ alone as your Lord. But second, if you’re married, it means you have a single devotion to your spouse.
In this sermon, he answers THREE important questions about this passage.
Question One: What is adultery?
Question Two: What is lust of the heart?
Question Three: How do I fight the internal battle with lust?
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
You can purchase it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Calvinism-Defending-Doctrines-Without-ebook/dp/B0FZDNLGK4/ref=sr_1_1
https://shop.g3min.org/products/compassionate-calvinism-defending-the-doctrines-of-grace-without-being-a-jerk
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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www.seancole.net
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https://x.com/sdcole0 min - Will You Choosee Rage or Reconciliation? MATTHEW 5:21-26
The main point of this passage comes in a question I want to ask you today: Will your heart choose rage or reconciliation?
In this sermon, Dr. Sean Cole explores THREE truths that emerge from this text.
First, what is murder according to God’s Law?
Second, God’s Law involved not only actions, but attitudes of the heart and mouth.
Third, God’s moral law always has a positive element.
In reality, we were responsible for the murder of Jesus. Even though our literal hands did not nail him to the cross, our sins put Him there. Our guilt, shame, and anger of the heart deserve the death penalty, and Jesus took our place.
The good news of the gospel is that Jesus—the innocent, spotless Lamb of God- was murdered in our place on the cross and took the punishment we deserved.
Sean's new book, Compassionate Calvinism: Defending the Doctrines of Grace Without Being a Jerk, has been released.
You can purchase it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Calvinism-Defending-Doctrines-Without-ebook/dp/B0FZDNLGK4/ref=sr_1_1
https://shop.g3min.org/products/compassionate-calvinism-defending-the-doctrines-of-grace-without-being-a-jerk
You can purchase Sean’s two other books here:
40 Days in Philippians: Finding Joy in Jesus: https://g3min.org/shop/books/g3press/40-days-in-philippians-finding-joy-in-jesus-sean-cole/
Your Identity in the Trinity: Discovering God’s Grace in the Gospel: https://rb.gy/yoa223
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www.seancole.net
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Listen to Dr. Sean Cole, lead pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Sterling, CO, to help you understand Christianity. This podcast includes sermons, lectures, and discussions on leading issues in the…
Reformed evangelical tradition. If you want to learn more about Christianity from a Baptistic and Calvinistic perspective, this podcast is for you.