Sermons – 2024

1/7/2024 AM
Glory to Glory (3)

In 2024 our goal is to be more like Jesus Christ as Paul told Corinth - to advance by increments from glory to glory to be living epistles of Jesus and His Spirit read by all men (II Cor 3:1-3,18). Not exhaustive at all, here are the next seven of 44 traits to give you things to work on during the new year.




1/14/2024 AM
Glory to Glory (4)

In 2024 our goal is to be more like Jesus Christ as Paul told Corinth - to advance by increments from glory to glory to be living epistles of Jesus and His Spirit read by all men (II Cor 3:1-3,18). Not exhaustive at all, here are the next six of 44 traits to give you things to work on during the new year.




1/14/2024 PM
Forgiven, Restored, Promoted

Peter was a loved apostle of Jesus, though emotional and impetuous at times. Jesus let Satan sift him during His trial, but He had prayed for his recovery after denying Him. Crushed with guilt and grief, Jesus forgave Peter and gave him tokens of forgiveness and then also restored and promoted him.




1/17/2024 AM
Musical Instruments in the Church Revisited Slides

Bible proof against musical instruments in New Testament worship revisited.




1/21/2024 AM
Qualifications to Understand the Bible

In order to rightly understand the Bible, we must first meet certain spiritual conditions that ensure we receive God's blessing and favor. The Bible is a spiritual book and must be spiritually understood; do not attempt to apply Bible rules of interpretation without first meeting these spiritual qualifications.




1/21/2024 PM
Preterism is Hopeless Heresy

A brief review of Preterism, a blasphemous doctrine. This view steals glory from God and hope from saints by placing fulfillment of all prophecies in 70 A.D. However, the gospel expressly denies this by several points, and there is much hope for believers in Christ's return and the resurrection.




1/22/2024 AM
Should Christians Tithe?

Is tithing a Christian duty? Indeed it is, and more so; current dissenting opinions about tithing lack biblical foundation. Although the New Testament does not explicitly mandate tithing, it does enjoin believers to give. Furthermore, like other practices, the details can be found within the Old Testament.




1/22/2024 PM
Creation in Six, Literal Days

Many Christians fear man and his ideas from school or media. They try to squeeze evolution into Genesis. They (1) create a gap between 1:1 and 1:2; (2) turn the days described into long ages; or (3) view the opening chapters as metaphorical or poetic only. This sermon denies all three heresies.




1/28/2024 AM
Sonship of Jesus Christ

Eternal Sonship is a popular heresy from the Nicene creed that denies the full Deity of Jesus Christ and creates unbiblical divisions in the Trinity. Incarnate Sonship exalts Jesus as the perfect man and as Jehovah God in His two natures. This review summarizes the Bible evidence for Incarnate Sonship.




1/28/2024 PM
Dispensationalism – Jewish Fables

Prophetic futurism - most prophecies are future - is often Dispensational - meaning Israel and the Jews are the most important people and events. The apostles denied any such distinction; the gospel conversion of Gentiles built God's kingdom; and all land promises to Abraham have been fulfilled.




1/29/2024 AM
Cessationism – Tongues Have Ceased

Have the miraculous sign gifts ceased or do they continue today? Will you defend the operations and character of the Holy Spirit? Cessationism is simple Bible truth, and clearly defended by this short study. Hold fast to these five scriptural points against the modern day Charismatic movement.




1/29/2024 PM
Decisional Regeneration

The popular way to get people saved today is to require they make a decision for Jesus. Is this Biblical? Here is a short study to approve or disprove whether sinners are born again by their own choice. Here is a review of several Bible points about the ability, timing, and order of regeneration.




2/4/2024 AM
The Power of Life (1)

Life is a precious gift, but we threw it away and chose death in Eden. No man can avoid death. Your body is decaying right now. You will die. But God planned life and eternal life for His elect, and He gave the power of life to His Son Jesus. The gift of life and eternal life bythe grace of God is glorious.




2/4/2024 PM
The Power of Life (2)

No man has power to resist death or retain his spirit at the time of death. But God gave Jesus the power of life and eternal life, so He is the glorious Prince of Life, and He lives forever. Amen! He guarantees life for us; we can prove we have eternal life; and we should celebrate life with all our might.




2/7/2024 PM
Revelation 17:1-6 Slides

Jesus showed John a picture of the RCC as a vulgar whore riding the Roman Empire to power. This study is of their abominable rite of infant baptism in all the ridiculous, traditional details they added to scripture.




2/11/2024 AM
Dogmatic Simplicity (1)

Dogma = Doctrine, and Dogmatic = intense conviction about truth that will not tolerate differences. Though man chose lies in Eden, God revealed truth in the Bible. He expects us to hold it loyally and never compromise with anyone for any variation. Absolute truth is real and to be vigorously defended.




2/11/2024 PM
Choices Two (1)

What you are today is the result of infinite choices made by God, others, and you. Can you trust the God of choices and learn to make choices that please Him? He uses our choices in many ways, and you can rejoice in what He done with others' choices and your own choices. Trust Him. Praise Him.




2/18/2024 AM
Dogmatic Simplicity (2)

Absolute truth exists, no matter denials. God wrote absolute truth in the Bible. We do not fear being wrong - we pray for further light to gladly acccept redirection. We hate error; we name names. We keep truth simple like the Bible does. Intelligence and education are handicaps to truth, not helpers to it.




2/18/2024 PM
Choices Two (2)

God's choices are all perfect for your good - if you respond properly. He deserves your greatest praise, thanksgiving, and trust. He managed the choices of others pertaining to you. Thank others for good choices; forgive them their poor choices. Your choices will bring reward or punishment. Learn wisdom.




2/25/2024 AM
Jeremiah – Introduction (1)

All scripture is inspired and necessary for maximum spiritual growth. Though Jeremiah had to tell Judah they were to be destroyed by Babylon for Manasseh's sins, they could be spared and prosper in Babylon. God sent this prophet to Judah and neighbor nations to tell that Nebuchadnezzar was his servant.




2/25/2024 PM
Jeremiah – Introduction (2)

Get excited about learning this book. God sent these words for Judah and for us. There are powerful lessons we can learn for our own lives in 2024. There are jewels that will delight your soul through the book. Read it. Pray to get all God has for you in it. Pray for your pastor to rightly divide it and exposit it.




2/28/2024 PM
Josiah The King Slides

An overview of the life of Josiah for traits to motivate men to greatness. This king started young to get the attention of young men, and God declared him the greatest revivalist of any king recorded in the Bible.




3/3/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 1

God ordained Jeremiah to be a prophet in a wondernful exchange and gave him the words to preach against Judah. He warned that all of Judah would resist him, but he should not fear their faces, for He would deliver him. His ministry was to warn Judah of the invaders coming soon from the north.




3/3/2024 PM
Glory Only in the Cross

Galatians 6:14 is a precious and special verse summarizing our faith. Very different than Jewish legalists Paul opposed, his glory was only in Jesus Christ's death. There are three crucifixions in the verse, and all three are important. If you are not crucified to the world, Jesus' death must not mean much.




3/6/2024 PM
A Secret Prophecy about Josiah Slides

An exciting review of a prophecy of Josiah by name 361 years before the event, which many Christians overlook in Bible reading.




3/6/2024 PM
A Short Overview of Jeremiah Slides

A ten-minute look at Jeremiah and kings during his ministry from various angles using tables and maps, including a table of the major and minor prophets and which ones were contemporary to each other.




3/10/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 2

Creative, emotional, and logical appeals to condemn Judah's idolatry. God asked Judah why they left Him given former affection and kind treatment. No nation in history changed religions and gods like Judah had. They had lost and would shamefully lose further due to their religious adultery against Jehovah.




3/10/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 3

The shame of religious adultery, Israel's clear example, and a call to repent with gospel promises. God would take adulterous Israel back, though men should not. Judah was worse than Israel. God offered full forgiveness to Israel and briefly foretold the gospel era of glory with Gentiles.




3/17/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 4

Return, Israel! Repent, Judah! The king of Babylon comes with an army to destroy. Judah's sins brought the wrath of God on the nation; the destruction would be terrible. The chapter ends with bewailing the pain and suffering coming, all because of sins. Listener, repent! Thank God for His mercy.




3/17/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 5

The coming desolation of Judah was right and proper; their many sins were great. They had forsaken the truth, committed idolatry and adultery, rejected the true prophets, served other gods, and did not fear God. Wicked men prospered, and prophets and priests conspired against Jeremiah.




3/24/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 6

The war against the delicate and reprobate Judah was for obstinance against God's warnings. They had uncircumcised ears, refused to walk in the old paths, and were reprobate silver in spite of true prophets to save them. So God called the nations to witness what He would do to them and why.




3/31/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 7

The Jews obstinately resisted the warnings of God through Jeremiah. They presumed they were safe because they had Jehovah's house of worship in Jerusalem. But God corrected that lie several ways. He also explained that He did not care about sacrifices nearly as much as obedience.




3/31/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 8

Rather than mourn or repent to avoid the terrible punishment coming - even the dead would be mocked - they obstinately resisted. Even birds are wiser. God mocked his own scriptures, for they carry no profit or value for those that disobey them. They had worldly sorrow but not godly repentance.




4/3/2024 PM
Romans 9 Slides

Romans 9:6-24 to review God's electing grace to save men and His dominion to damn rebels. Paul used family examples of Isaac and Jacob. He used scripture about His mercy and Pharaoh. He asked and answered questions. He exalted the Potter over the clay. He summarized it perfectly.




4/7/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 9

God called Judah to join Jeremiah mourning the ruin of Judah for their sins and to alter their confidences. They should hire fake mourners to get more serious, change their objects of delight from human measures to Him, and to not trust Jewish circumcision, for they were uncircumcised in heart.




4/7/2024 PM
Jesus Died for Me

The death of Jesus was intentional, loving, personal, specific, and substitutionary. It is far more than a mere doctrine. He knew He came to die and for whom He would die. Your name was written in heaven, when He was assigned to save you. If He thus died for you, then you should live for Him.




4/14/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 10

God dramatically contrasted Himself to idols and warned again of severe judgment. The opening reads like a Christmas tree, though an idol, yet loyal Christians would never touch one. Jehovah is infinitely superior by His life and by creation. Faulty pastors would bring God's judgment on the nation.




4/14/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 11

God reminded Judah of covenant promises made with Moses, which He had kept but Judah had violated for much pain. God mocked their countless idols and shamed them for lewd religious adultery. He told Jeremiah of a conspiracy to kill him and promised to kill them without any survivors.




4/17/2024 PM
Seven Short Lessons Slides

Only 23 minutes in total, but seven short Bible lessons ... best verses against Christmas ... "He is Lord of all" ... God overruled Nebuchadnezzar's witchcraft to direct his army ... what is "holy flesh"? ... "bruit" = news report ... reins = kidneys ... What is a Christian? and are you one?




4/21/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 12

Jeremiah asked God about the prosperity of the wicked, and He responded with perfect admonition and advice. Then He lamented the horrible state of Judah due to its sins and what was coming, but He foretold a return to the land for Jews and neighbors, who could be greatly blessed by converting.




4/21/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 13

God gave Jeremiah illustrations to warn Judah - a linen girdle terribly marred and figurative bottles of wine. But they would not hear. Their pride was too great. They would not be taught. They would not lay the warnings to heart. God summed up their sins as sexual debauchery He would expose.




4/28/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 14

Wicked Judah was not moved by a dearth, by repentance illustrated by Jeremiah's prayers, and severe prophecies of coming judgment. Jeremiah was up against false prophets lying about peace to contradict His message. Coordinated prayers and rejection of them did not move Judah either.




4/28/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 15

It was too late for prayer, even by Moses and Samuel. God would severly judge Judah, including making many widows and killing many sons. But He made a difference with Jeremiah and promised to protect him, though he did get a little too discouraged and pity himself more than he should have.




5/1/2024 PM
Jehoiachin Slides

This king reigned 3 months before taken captive to Babylon. He never made it back to Jerusalem, but after 37 years in prison, a new king in Babylon treated him kindly. Why? Because he was the king that kept the Davidic line going for Jesus our Lord (Matt 1:11-12; Jechonias = Jehoiachin).




5/5/2024 AM
Elect to Obedience and Blood

A great summary of the divine plan and work of salvation is I Peter 1:2. Election is the first cause of all that follows, with Jesus Christ's obedience and death the object of God's choice and the Spirit's setting apart of the elect to the effects of His death. These 24 words humble man and glorify God.




5/5/2024 PM
Obedient and Perfect Priest

Jesus Christ was made flesh in order to die for us, which involved great suffering that He begged to avoid, but He submitted obediently to His Father's will and thus was made an even more perfect priest for us, in that He can perfectly relate to our suffering and provided us an example we can follow.




5/12/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 16

Starting by three object lessons, God gave a graphic picture of the coming war to get the attention of Judah. Jeremiah explained they were worse than their fathers, so God would judge them worse than the time in Egypt. He prophesied of future conversion of Gentiles, mocking idolatry, but the Jews did not.




5/12/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 17

Judah's obsession for idols was engraved on their hearts and affected their children. He stressed the need of heart trust in God, and he wrote that the heart is our worst enemy. Scorners mocked his preaching of God's warnings, so he prayed for judgment. He finished with a test case of the Sabbath.




5/19/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 18

God sent Jeremiah to a potter's house for a view of sovereignty, which was the rule He had over Judah. He described if-then rules with nations, but they profanely mocked Him. Other religions do not act like this, so God would severely judge. They conspired against Jeremiah who prayed against them.




5/19/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 19

Jeremiah took some very old citizens and priests to Tophet, the place of Baal worship outside Jeremiah. God promised to destroy this place they had corrupted for their idol. He broke the bottle to show what God would do to Jerusalem, and declared that all the punishments promised would come to pass.




6/2/2024 AM
Two Mountains (1)

Hebrews 12:18-21 describes the terrible old covenant God gave Moses and Israel at Mt. Sinai. In his effort to keep these believing and baptized Hebrews from returning to temple worship, Paul made the old covenant form of worship as bad as it was. He then reminded them of the superiority of the new.




6/2/2024 PM
Two Mountains (2)

Hebrews 12:22-24 lists features of the new covenant in Christ that puts Moses' former covenant in the shade. Hebrew believers could know they had the better religion even before God destroyed the old worship by Roman armies in 70 A.D. Shout for joy at what N.T. Christians truly have in Christ!




6/5/2024 PM
The Day of the Lord Slides

Jesus promised to return for us, and it will be one incredible event of resurrecting the dead, judging the wicked, and destroying this universe with fire. The world tries to get rid of this event like they do the Flood. The value of knowing this event is to live carefully to be ready to meet our Judge.




6/9/2024 AM
Two Mountains (3)

Hebrews 12:18-24 review with emphasis on blessings of Mt. Sion of the new covenant. The benefits of Jesus' kingdom are glorious, powerful, triumphant. Have you chosen Sion by baptism and joining one of His local churches? We know the future - we win - with Jesus the firstborn our Lord and Savior.




6/9/2024 PM
Two Mountains (4)

Hebrews 12:25-27 warns of judgment for rejecting or neglecting the gospel of Jesus - Mt. Sion. If those who disobeyed Sinai's temporary law were punished, how much worse will they be punished who disobey the final form of God's worship? See that ye refuse not Him that speaketh from heaven!




6/16/2024 AM
Two Mountains (5)

Hebrews 12:28-29 sums up the response we should have for God's gift of the promised kingdom of Jesus Christ. We should leverage the grace of the N.T. covenant by service with needed reverence and godly fear, for God came with fire in 70 A.D. against Israel and will come again to melt the universe.




6/23/2024 AM
Jeremiah Chapter 20

Due to his pottery prophecy in the temple, a priest and governor smote Jeremiah and put him in jail. The next day the prophet cursed Pashur by a name change and prophecy of his terror and death. Jeremiah regretted his ministry due to great opposition, asked to see vengeance, and cursed his birth and life.




6/23/2024 PM
Jeremiah Chapter 21

King Zedekiah sent men to ask Jeremiah to pray against Nebuchadnezzar, but God's word back to him was severe judgment. Turning to the common people, the prophet made life or death very easy. Zedekiah should clean up his life for God's help, since Judah could not resist the Chaldean army.




6/30/2024 AM
Church Due Process (1) Slides

A local church is God's temple of the N.T., and it is the most important institution God set up on earth. Due process is rules the Bible has for a church to handle conflict, questions, problems. Our constitution is the Bible - inspired rules for churches and pastors - let us learn 60 in four sermons.




6/30/2024 PM
Church Due Process (2) Slides

A local church is God's temple of the N.T., and it is the most important institution God set up on earth. Due process is rules the Bible has for a church to handle conflict, questions, problems. Our constitution is the Bible - inspired rules for churches and pastors - let us learn 60 in four sermons.




7/7/2024 AM
Church Due Process (3) Slides

A local church is God's temple of the N.T., and it is the most important institution God set up on earth. Due process is rules the Bible has for a church to handle conflict, questions, problems. Our constitution is the Bible - inspired rules for churches and pastors - let us learn 60 in four sermons.




7/7/2024 PM
Church Due Process (4) Slides

A local church is God's temple of the N.T., and it is the most important institution God set up on earth. Due process is rules the Bible has for a church to handle conflict, questions, problems. Our constitution is the Bible - inspired rules for churches and pastors - let us learn 60 in four sermons.




7/14/2024 AM
Glory of Christ in Romans 8

The breadth, depth, density of this chapter is exceptional. The inspired apostle became a holy orator for God. It has many promises to increase assurance and faith. Its great emphasis from beginning to end is the union of the elect with Christ, proven by minding and walking after the things of the Spirit.




7/21/2024 AM
Christian & Politics #1

Introduction to an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




7/21/2024 PM
Christian & Politics #2

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




7/28/2024 AM
Christian & Politics #3

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




7/28/2024 PM
Christian & Politics #4

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/4/2024 AM
Christian and Politics #5

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/4/2024 PM
Christian and Politics #6

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/7/2024 PM
Two Names / Titles of Jesus Slides

The universe and you exist for the drama of God's Son. You will honor Him as Lord one way or the other, actively or passively. A large part of the gospel is the identity of Jesus Christ by various names and titles God gave Him. Rejoice in this short and simple study about the glorious Godman.




8/11/2024 AM
Christian and Politics #7

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/11/2024 PM
Christian and Politics #8

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/18/2024 AM
Christian and Politics #9

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/18/2024 PM
Christian and Politics #10

Continuation of an extensive survey of the Bible's teaching of how the children of God should relate to civil government. The Bible says and shows a great deal of doctrine and duties relating to rulers. This study collects around 100 such rules for knowing God's will in this important part of modern life.




8/19/2024 AM
Voting Wisely – Outline

With America's election of a president in 2008 as the example, here are various ways to consider a political situation wisely and to vote prudently. Since Christians are bound to godly character and conduct themselves, they think they must vote the same way, but that will backfire in a two-party system.




8/21/2024 PM
Most Amazing Book Ever Written (replay from 2015) Slides

Slides introducing the value of the Bible and of the King James Version of the Bible.




8/25/2024 AM
Remembered for Good

Nehemiah greatly desired Jerusalem and the temple to be rebuilt after the Jews returned from Babylon. In chapter 13, he fixed five problems of these wayward people. As he turned them from their sins back to God, he prayed, Remember me, O my God, for good. Will God remember you for serving Him?




9/1/2024 AM
Beware: Perilous Times

What is the greatest danger for Christians and churches? Is this the most important prophecy for them? Paul warned of a time when Christians and churches would be carnal, compromising, effeminate, and worldly. Do you know this warning? Do you see the danger? The Bible is your safety.




9/1/2024 PM
How to Defeat Worry

David had many afflictions, but God saved him from them all. While hiding from Saul among the Philistines early in his life, he was sorely tried by terrible circumstances. Even his friends wanted to stone him. But David encouraged himself in the Lord his God. Learn how to overcome fear and worry.




9/4/2024 AM
Greatness… By a Great Cause Slides

A Great Cause. How could a young man run to meet a giant and win?  By a desire to defend his God and stand for truth against those close to him no matter the cost.  The story of David and Goliath gives us a great example of how someone can be exceptional when they are motivated by a great cause.  Jesus Christ is the greatest cause and deserves our greatest efforts.




9/8/2024 AM


Jubilee of Mercy #1




9/8/2024 PM


Jubilee of Mercy #2




9/15/2024 AM


Jubilee of Mercy #3




9/15/2024 PM


Jubilee of Mercy #4




9/18/2024 PM
Spirit and Truth Slides

Spirit and Truth From John 4:2-24




9/18/2024 PM
Think on These Things Slides

How are Christians supposed to think?




9/22/2024 AM


Funeral of Sister Jennifer




9/22/2024 PM


Burial of Sister Jennifer




9/29/2024 AM


No Services: Hurricane Helene




9/29/2024 PM


No Services: Hurricane Helene




10/2/2024 PM
The Sin of Listening Slides

Your ears can lead you into sin like your eyes (lust) or mouth (evil speaking). Never before has there been a constant supply of audio inputs to corrupt Christians by what they hear. You are responsible before God to guard your ears, reject anything not true, and correct those speaking errors.




10/6/2024 AM
Prayer of Colossians 1:9-17 Slides

Paul's inspired prayer is nine verses in one sentence, which is easily divided into three sections - petitions, thanksgiving, glory of Jesus Christ. This prayer is much higher than most Christians pray, and it is a good measure of your spiritual health. Learn to pray better and think higher by this sermon.




10/13/2024 AM
What is a Church? (1) Slides

Or, The Glory of the Church. If we rely only on the Bible and ignore what men say about the local church, the result is a fabulous list of blessings and features that make it truly incredible, far better and more glorious than any worship of God in previous times. Count your own local church blessings! 42 of them!




10/13/2024 PM
What is a Church? (2) Slides

Or, The Glory of the Church. If we rely only on the Bible and ignore what men say about the local church, the result is a fabulous list of blessings and features that make it truly incredible, far better and more glorious than any worship of God in previous times. Count your own local church blessings! 42 of them!




10/20/2024 AM
What is a Church? (3) Slides

Or, The Glory of the Church. If we rely only on the Bible and ignore what men say about the local church, the result is a fabulous list of blessings and features that make it truly incredible, far better and more glorious than any worship of God in previous times. Count your own local church blessings! 42 of them!




10/20/2024 PM
What is a Church? (4) Slides

Or, The Glory of the Church. If we rely only on the Bible and ignore what men say about the local church, the result is a fabulous list of blessings and features that make it truly incredible, far better and more glorious than any worship of God in previous times. Count your own local church blessings! 42 of them!




10/27/2024 AM
What Is a Great Church? Slides

If a local church is all the Bible says, you should do all you can to make it great. God and His Son deserve the best we can give. The Bible tells how to measure a church, so the ideas of men can be ignored. Learn the traits of a great church and purpose to help your church go above and beyond it.




10/27/2024 PM
Great Church Members Slides

A local church will only be as great as its members, for a church is but a group of believers committed together. Most Christians merely attend services. In addition to what makes a great church (preached previously), learn the duties of great church members to excel at them.




11/3/2024 AM
Membership Questions (1) Slides

Joining a local church of Jesus Christ is more than walking in to take a seat. It is a strong commitment and covenant promise to obey N.T. rules for members with others making the same commitment. The 17 questions are a sample of rules to receive new members by promises to Jesus Christ and to His body.




11/3/2024 PM
Membership Questions (2) Slides

Following six sermons about the greatness of the local church, becoming a member is a congregational ordinance of agreement. For many years we have used 15 simple questions to qualify members and obtain their commitment to N.T. rules of conduct. Here are the questions of church covenant.




11/10/2024 PM
Sins to Hate from N.T. (1)

Reading the N.T. epistles helps us see what the apostles feared in the early churches. If the apostolic churches had temptations to sin that justified warnings in their inspired writings, then we should pay those sins special attention, for our risk must be greater due to the greater power they had.




11/17/2024 AM
Hebrews 9 (#1)

Hebrews proves that Jesus' N.T. religion was far superior to the O.T. religion of Moses. By six lessons in this chapter, Paul taught the failure of temple worship, animal sacrifices, and O.T. priests in comparison to Jesus offering His blood to God in the heavenly places for our eternal salvation from sins.




11/17/2024 PM
Hebrews 9 (#2)

Hebrews proves that Jesus' N.T. religion was far superior to the O.T. religion of Moses. By six lessons in this chapter, Paul taught the failure of temple worship, animal sacrifices, and O.T. priests in comparison to Jesus offering His blood to God in the heavenly places for our eternal salvation from sins.




11/24/2024 AM
Free Gift of Eternal Life (1)

God gives eternal life as a free gift; it is not an offer to men, as most of the Christian world presents it. No one gets to heaven by faith, baptism, or any good works. Heaven is a result of three gifts in Jn 17:2. Imputation, God's legal accounting by first Adam and then by Jesus, show it is strictly a free gift.




11/24/2024 PM
Free Gift of Eternal Life (2)

Man has corrupted the gift of eternal life and made it an offer requiring acceptance. But no sinner dead in sins can or will accept such an offer. And it makes man his own savior and steals the glory from God. The only offer is Jesus offered Himself to God, and God accepted Him and the elect in Him.




12/1/2024 AM
Free Gift of Eternal Life (3)

After a brief review of the first two sermons, this sermon looks at the offers associated with salvation, with Jesus offering Himself to God, not to man, as the greatest offer. It then looks at aspects of acceptance, with emphasis on God accepting Jesus Christ and then accepting us in Him for eternal life.




12/1/2024 PM
Bare Our Sins on the Tree

Jews were persecuted by civil rulers and by bosses on the job, but Peter exhorted them to quiet submission, and He used Jesus as the great example for them. He by Himself bore our sins on the cross. His sacrificial death not only saved them and us, but it teaches them and us a powerful lesson.




12/4/2024 PM
ARS for Youth and Adults Slides

A simple acronym is a tool to remind youth and adults of three important parts of life - authority, relationships, sex. The world and the flesh fights against God and godliness in these areas. The sons of God must be different. Use the acronym to remind you to carefulness in each of the three areas.




12/8/2024 AM
Facets of Our Salvation (1)

Our unspeakable gift of eternal life may be viewed different ways - usually for doctrinal definitions or defense. But for a broad view of salvation's beauty and for our greater joy, God used a variety of words from different parts of life like the varied facets on a well-cut diamond. Delight in each of the facets.




12/8/2024 PM
Sins to Hate from N.T. (2)

Most use the Great Commission for initial preaching of the gospel before baptism. But Jesus charged His apostles after baptism to teach those converts all He had commanded them. We find these inspired orders from Jesus for our lives in the apostles' epistles. Let us find them, list them, and obey them.




12/15/2024 AM
Facets of Our Salvation (2)

Eternal salvation may be viewed different ways - usually for doctrinal definitions or defense. But to see salvation's beauty for greater praise and joy, God used a variety of words from different parts of life like facets on a diamond. Delight in each one. Here for your pleasure are pardon and ransom.




12/15/2024 PM
Occupy! and Report Card

Jesus charged His disciples to work hard for His kingdom before He returns from heaven. This is the parable of the pounds, much like the talents, both money and returns. God has invested His grace. What is your return? We quickly review the parable, and then use a simple report card for self-examination.