Arm Yourselves, 1 Pet 4:1-5
Arm Yourselves 1 Pet 4:1-5 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO In 1 Pet 4:1-5, Peter tells us to arm yourselves likewise with the same mind, the mind that Christ had. As Christ suffered in the flesh for sin to free us from sin, so we have suffered in the flesh and are also to cease from sin […]
Our Church Body, Eph 4:11-16
When we studied Local Church in Bible College there was an emphasis on the differences between the Local Church and the Body of Christ. Most notably, I remember learning that the Church is an organism and the Local Church is an organization. I have since come to believe that the Local Church is more than […]
Things Set Against Each Other, Ecc 7:11-18
Ecc 7:11-18 shows us three things set against each other, that, when considered together, give us wisdom under the sun. Wisdom and Money are Set Against Each Other, v.11-12 Solomon wrote, “Wisdom is good with an inheritance”. In Ecc 2:18-19 his heir would need wisdom to properly manage what he inherits. Whataburger is a good […]
The Thief on the Cross Believed, Lk 23:39-43
The Thief on the Cross Believed Lk 23:39-43 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO People offer a lot of excuses for why they can’t believe on Jesus. However, you can believe on Jesus; the thief on the cross believed. And if he did surely you can. The thief on the crossbelieved in spite of the fact that: He […]
How to Make a Decision, Joel 3:14
How to Make a Decision Joel 3:14 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO We realize that this verse applies doctrinally to the 2nd Advent. However, it brings us to the point of this sermon which is how to make a decision. I am asked consistently in the ministry, “What do I do?” Multitudes of Christians find themselves in […]
Try My Reins, Ps 26:2
Ps 26:2 says, Examine me, O Lord, and prove me; try my reins and my heart. We understand why the Lord should try our hearts. But why would I want the Lord to try my reins? Try My Reins The reins are the kidneys; the region of the kidneys, the loins, or the seat of the feelings or […]
Why Men Refuse Wisdom, Prov 8:1-36
Why Men Refuse Wisdom Prov 8:1-36 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO According to Proverbs 8:1-6, wisdom is pervasive in that it speaks in multiple public places where it could not possibly be missed. Wisdom calls out to all men, even to the simple and to fools. Wisdom welcomes any audience and gives of her vast counsel, judgment, […]
Spiritual Blessings, Eph 1:1-14
Our lesson today is from Eph 1:1-14. In Eph 1:3, God “hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.” These spiritual blessings are: OUR HOLINESS. We will be holy and without blame before him in love – Eph 1:4 – this is the choice that God made before the foundation of […]
Confessing Sins Publicly, Jas 5:16
There is a popular practice among Christians involving confessing sins to each other or before the congregation. We have seen this or heard about it in autobiographies, charismatic “revival” meetings, walks to Emmaus, and fundamental churches. Undoubtedly, people are confessing sins to each other in other forums, as well, like group counseling sessions and A.A. […]
What Sin Is, 1 Jn 3:4
The Bible is very clear on the subject of what sin is. You do not have to guess what sin is. The Lord tells you explicitly. Just look at these verses. Sin is: Breaking the law – “Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law,” (1 John 3:4). […]