Sermons
2017
145 results
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John 8:56-59Part 82 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Abraham saw Jesus from afar, and it gave him great joy to know a Redeemer was coming. The Jews mocked Jesus about Abraham, so He told them He was I AM THAT I AM – far superior to Abraham and…
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John 8:48-55Part 81 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Jesus continued to debate Jews about Himself. They slandered Him, because they could not overthrow His doctrine or condemn His life. Expect such treatment yourself, if you follow the truth. He promised eternal life to those that obey Him. Are…
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John 8:38-47Part 80 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
The Jews continued to debate Jesus in this section. They had no spiritual ability or desire to grasp His heavenly lessons. They claimed Abraham and God as their fathers, but Jesus proved they were children of the devil. Here are…
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For What Did Jesus Die?
Other aspects of Jesus death include the why, when, where, how, whom. But we must know the what – Jesus died for sins. Sin is very terrible! Even one! Do you know how many you are guilty of? Here is…
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John 8:30-37Part 79 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Like other places in John, Jesus knew many believers were not sincere, so He exposed their hypocrisy (Jn 2:23-25
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John 8:21-29Part 78 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Faith in Christ is evidence of eternal life and how we lay hold of it. The Jews rejected Jesus, so He told them they would die in their sins. He told them when they crucified Him there would be enough…
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Psychopath Men
Human pride denies resembling a psychopath, but the basic definition fits when we allow selfish thoughts to dictate actions or speech. Foolish thoughts are sin (Pr 24:9). God knows all your thoughts, and He expects only godly, noble, and virtuous…
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John 8:30-33Part 77 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Due to time constraints, John 8:21-29 was passed over until next Sunday. In conjunction with John 8:12 about following Jesus, 8:30-33 is very important to learn what true discipleship requires – continuing in the doctrine of Jesus Christ – following…
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John 8:12Part 76 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Light for abundant living now and eternal life in the world to come is only in Jesus Christ. He is the light of the world, but you must follow Him in obedience to have his light dispel sin, error, and…
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Two-Step Bible StudyPart 1 of 2
Bible Christians believe God inspired scripture, led apostles to confirm the canon, preserved scripture, and gave the rules to rightly interpret it. The first rule is to reject any contradictions and to reconcile all verses for one overall positive statement…
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John 8:12-20Part 75 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
The world is dark in every sense – depraved, devilish, dysfunctional, and dying. Sin has corrupted all aspects of life. But Jesus is the light of the world and can save men from darkness, if they will follow Him, which…
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John 8:1-11Part 74 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
This woman did not seek Jesus. The passage is not about compassion or forgiveness, but the righteous execution of the law. Jesus did not overlook her sin or compromise strict justice. He thwarted the Jewish accusers for violations of the…
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John 8:1-11Part 73 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
The scribes and Pharisees thought they had Jesus in an impossible dilemma with a framed adulteress. But He turned it on their heads with one sentence, and they all left. Many abuse this passage and think Jesus relaxed the holiness…
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John 8:1Part 72 in The Gospel of John Chapter 8 (2017)
Most textual critics reject John 7:53 – 8:11. Modern Greek versions and English translations either omit the verses or bracket them. But there is plenty of evidence for the verses, and the Bible we trust has them, so we believe…
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What Is Wrong with the Angels?
Jesus described a man rejoicing with friends after finding a lost sheep and a woman rejoicing after finding a lost coin. Men get excited about very small things. But the angels rejoice over one sinner that repents! Do you get…
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Love is the GreatestPart 6 of 6
God adopted us in love, gave us a new nature that can love, gave us examples of love, sent us a manual of love, and rewards us for loving. What else do you need to love the brethren? There are…
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Love is the GreatestPart 5 of 6
We can do more good for the glory of God and the kingdom of Christ by love than any other Christian fruit. We can obtain more benefits and live more peacefully and prosperously by love than any other way. But…
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Love is the GreatestPart 4 of 6
All men by nature are malicious and hateful, and only an incredible work of grace can cause them to truly love others. This brotherly love is the best evidence of eternal life – not faith or doctrinal knowledge. It is…
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Love is the GreatestPart 3 of 6
God chose churches for His people. Love is the perfect bond for sinners to work and worship together in one body. They learn individually to make others more important than themselves. What causes fighting and war? when pride and selfish…
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Count Your Blessings
It is a command of both testaments to give thanks always for all things. This activity is profitable for the soul and encourages others. Some think they are overwhelmed by a minor burden or two in life, so they miss…