Sermons
2012
142 results
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Knowing GodPart 6 of 44
Idolatry is so stupid we reject it out of hand. Yet, fear, over-reaction, or other causes can lead men to distort Gods nature, so that they end up believing He is something He is not. This practical appeal glorifies Gods…
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Knowing GodPart 5 of 44
Gods glory is the brilliant beauty of His perfections
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Knowing GodPart 4 of 44
God inspired various verbs to define knowing and loving God. They are used repeatedly by David in Psalms. You instinctively treat adored objects a certain way, but few treat God that way. What will you do starting today to know…
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Knowing GodPart 3 of 44
Knowing, loving, and fearing God are the chief duties of man. If there were no benefits, it is still the first and great commandment. However, there are benefits from the activity itself and rewards granted by God. Your success and…
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Character Traits of Great ChristiansPart 4 of 4
Character is the real you – how you act through life. It can be improved and should be, to please both God and good men. It is your reputation and for success. Here study conscious, conservative, classy, compassionate, clever, charity.
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Knowing GodPart 2 of 44
The great men in the Bible craved knowledge about God, and He blessed them with it. Paul sought for N.T. saints to advance in it. Throughout the Bible, there are principles and examples of the reasons and rewards for seeking…
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Knowing GodPart 1 of 44
Why do you exist? For the glory of God. The greatest subject of all is God Himself. Your greatest blessings will be found in learning more about God and delighting in those things you learn. A study of God is…
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A Preaching Service
The details of a preaching service, or church assembly, is Nehemiah 8. There the preparation, preaching, celebration, and performance of hearing God's word is explained. Ministers and churches could benefit by noting this inspired pattern.
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Parable of the Sower
Bible preaching is a precious gift. God kindly offers truth and wisdom. If you heed it and adjust life to it, there are great rewards. If you neglect it, there are severe consequences. Here are four responses – three evil,…
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Acts 16:25-40
God kept Paul from both Asia and Bithynia to get him to Europe, where he then found and converted a Roman jailor. Using devil possession, earthquakes, midnight singing, and Roman laws, the Great Shepherd gathered in a jailor and his…
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Acts 16
The great mystery of godliness includes gospel preaching to Gentiles and some of them believing it. God raised up Paul for the Gentiles, and He kept him from both Asia and Bithynia to get him to Europe, where he first…
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Greatness By a Great Cause
Man is foolish and selfish. Only by a cause larger and outside himself will he choose wise conduct. Greatness requires a cause. Christians have the greatest and only cause to live for, but most live for pleasure, leisure, or pride.…
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Patriarchy – Where are the Men?
Patriarchy is rule by men; matriarchy by women. God judges by taking away men (Is 3). Where are men today? Where are godly patriarchs? Men are told of their privilege and responsibility in plain terms and women warned to support…
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Acts Chapter 9
Jesus converted His greatest enemy to be His greatest apostle. Referred to often in the N.T., it is a pattern for other believers to take comfort. God's grace was not bestowed in vain on Paul, for he labored boldly and…
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Character Traits of Great ChristiansPart 3 of 4
Character is the real you – how you act through life. It can be improved and should be, to please both God and good men. It is your reputation. Here study considerate, conventional, communicative, confident, cheerful, and cooperative.
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Kingdom PrioritiesPart 3 of 4
God chose you for the kingdom of His Son, and the privilege should drive you to be the best to please Him and build your kingdom outpost, as great saints before you. The kingdom lifestyle affects every part of your…
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Kingdom PrioritiesPart 4 of 4
Every part of life is affected by kingdom duties to Jesus Christ. Are your priorities and convictions those of a person sold out to advance Christ's kingdom? Examine your life and make sure you are not the weak link in…
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Kingdom PrioritiesPart 1 of 4
The kingdom of God with Jesus the Son of David as King is a present reality. Reject Premillennial lies of a future kingdom and Postmillennial lies of making the kingdom yourself. Prioritize your life to maximize kingdom worship and service.
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Kingdom PrioritiesPart 2 of 4
God expects and demands your service and worship in His kingdom. His warnings are severe, if you treat it lightly. You should seek it first, even above necessities. All other decisions should be made by how they relate to Christ's…
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Character Traits of Great ChristiansPart 2 of 4
Character is the real you – how you act through life. It can be improved and should be, to please God and good men. It is your reputation. Here study condescending, circumspect, contented, childish, curious, and Christ-centered.