But Now
But Now Eph.2:13-22 But now we are in Christ Jesus! Paul explains to the Ephesians the great things that have changed because of Jesus Christ. He said that there was a “wall of partition” between Jews and Gentiles, [verse 14]. He also says that the wall is “the law of commandments contained in ordinances”, [verse […]
Tim Haveman – Can’t We All Get Along
This sermon is on the contention between Paul and Barnabas over John Mark traveling with them on their second journey. Barnabas Was Stubbornly Determined. Acts 15:37 Paul Wouldn’t Let Go Of The Past. Acts 15:38 They Were Both Proud. Acts 15:39 Only by pride cometh contention. Conclusion We could all get along better if we […]
Keep The Unity of the Spirit, Eph 4:3
When we trusted Christ as our Savior, we were made one with him. Through the Holy Spirit, we are in the body of Christ and we are members of one another, Rom 12:5; Eph 4:25. So, without a doubt, there is union. And that union is unbreakable. We are sealed by the Holy Spirit, Eph […]
What God Wants, Matt 22:36-38
VIDEO RECORDING OF THIS SERMON AUDIO RECORDING OF THIS SERMON This time of year some family members and friends are asking each other, “What do you want for Christmas?” Have you ever thought to ask God what he wants… and I don’t mean what he wants for Christmas, but what he wants all the time. […]
Keep From Being Beguiled, Col 2:1-7
We’re studying the first seven verses of Col 2 today. In the first verse, Paul wrote, “I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you.” The great conflict was Paul’s distress for the well being of the saints and faithful brethren in Colosse and Laodicea, Col 1:2, 2:1. Paul wanted them to […]
The Joys of the Ministry, Phil 2:1-2d
VIDEO RECORDING OF THIS SERMON AUDIO RECORDING OF THIS SERMON There are lots of pressures, prayers, griefs, and heartaches in the work of the ministry. Sometimes, pastors think it would just be easier to be an evangelist, so that they wouldn’t have to get wrapped up in all the problems. But there are some joys. […]
Keeping the Body Together, Col 3:12-17
Our text is Col 3:12-17. In Col 3:15, we read, “ye are called in one body.” The Lord Jesus Christ has called us together into one body. We are in him and therefore we are connected together. However, there are many forces working against keeping the body together. The strongest opposition is from the […]
Keep the Unity of the Spirit, Eph 4:1-7
In Eph 4:1-7, Paul continues writing about the body of Christ. In this passage, he emphasizes the need to keep the unity of the Spirit. If we are going to keep the unity of the Spirit, we must: Walk worthy of our calling – Eph 4:1. Paul wrote, “that ye walk worthy of the vocation […]
Three Spiritual Connections, 1 Cor 6:17
When you are saved, you are joined in a couple of spiritual connections. And when you are saved and married, you have a third spiritual union. These spiritual connections must be understood and safeguarded. You are spiritually connected to Jesus – 1 Cor 6:17, He that is joined to the Lord is one spirit. […]
Dwell Together in Unity, Ps 133:1
Unity is the state of being one. God is three persons and yet he is one [1 Jn 5:7]. Unity is a thing undivided in itself, but separate from every other thing. Ps 122:3, “Jerusalem is builded as a city that is compact together.” When Jesus returns, Jerusalem will be undivided, and there will […]