Saul’s Downfall, 1 Sam 15:17
King Saul had four problems that caused his downfall: pride, the fear of man, envy, and an evil spirit from the Lord. Three of these were his problems. The fourth was given to him by the Lord as a result of the first three. We’re going to study how these problems manifested themselves in Saul’s […]
Good Thoughts, Phil 4:8
After you are saved, you must develop good thoughts. Even if you are careful about what you are doing, or at least what other people see you doing, and you are yielded to the Holy Spirit so that he can conform you to the image of Jesus Christ, you must be careful with your thoughts. […]
Then Will I Hear, 2 Chr 7:14
We have heard much preaching on 2 Chr 7:14. The part of the verse I like is… then will I hear. God said that, if they do four things, then will I hear. The four things are these: humble themselves, pray, seek my face and turn from their wicked ways. The verse is specifically aimed […]
Better Than Sacrifice, 1 Sam 15:22-23
To obey is better than sacrifice. In other words, do right the first time and you won’t have to sacrifice. Saul disobeyed God’s specific command and yet boasted that he had “performed the commandment of the Lord,” [1 Sam 15:13]. When Samuel challenged him [1 Sam 15:19], Saul proclaimed, “Yea, I have obeyed the voice […]
The Importance of Thanksgiving, Ps 100:4-5
The Importance of Thanksgiving Ps.100: 4-5 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO This is the season of giving. Decorations for Christmas are on display and you have already begun shopping for loved ones and friends. In giving you will undoubtedly experience the blessing of which Paul spoke when he quoted Jesus in Acts 20:35, “It is more blessed […]
Deception, Mark 13:5
Deception Mark 13:5 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO We are told that before the coming of the Lord, during the time in which we are living now, we are to beware of deception. So it is important that we learn about deception so that we can keep from being deceived. Notice from where deception comes: Men can […]
The Tribe of Benjamin, Gen 49:27
This sermon on the tribe of Benjamin illustrates the great work of salvation wrought in Jesus Christ. You will see this unfold in Benjamin’s relationship with the tribe of Judah. Gen 49:27 says, “Benjamin shall ravin as a wolf.” But Deut 33:12 says, “The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by him; and […]
Teach Them the Manner, 2 Ki 17:24-33
The king of Assyria conquered Israel and took the inhabitants of the cities of Samaria captive. He removed them from the land and replaced them with men from other countries [2 Ki 17:24]. These emigrants didn’t know God and they didn’t know the law of God. Soon they found themselves being attacked by lions. So, […]
Life Cut Short, 1 Jn 5:16-17
Life Cut Short 1 Jn. 5:16-17 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO This broadcast is titled Life Cut Short because it deals with the question of whether your life will be cut short by sin. A radio listener asked, “I have always thought 1 Jn 5:16-17 teaches that if our flesh starts interfering with our saved soul […]
Lined Up With God, Matt 11: 6
Lined Up With God Matt. 11: 6 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO It is easy to be lined up with God when what you want to do and what God wants you to do are the same thing. You usually get out of line with God when what you want and what God wants for you […]