Mar 07 |
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Recipients of a Greater Glory (2 Corinthians 3:7-18) |
There are people in Corinth who seriously doubt the credibility of the apostle Paul. The apostle has defended his apostolic office by appealing to his suffering, but now he moves to the nature of glo ... Download |
Mar 07 |
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Living in the Temple (LD 41; 1 Cor. 6:12-20) |
When we think about the seventh commandment, the command against adultery, many times we may think that this command only speaks about committing physical sins with another person. It is true that th ... Download |
Feb 28 |
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The Blessing of Life (2 Corinthians 3:1-6) |
The apostle Paul knows that we do not ask Jesus into our heart. In fact, the door to Paul’s heart was kicked open, Paul was bought to his knees, and Paul was claimed as a prisoner of God’s holy war b ... Download |
Feb 28 |
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But I Have Not Murdered (LD 40; Matt. 5:21-26; Gal 5:16-26) |
Many times we speak of a Christian ethic. What is a Christian ethic, and what is distinctively Christian about it? Is this something that anyone can do? Is this merely a matter of will power or de ... Download |
Feb 21 |
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Paul's Ironic Triumphal Procession (2 Corinthians 2:12-3:3) |
Paul states that he is on a triumphal procession. This is interesting language on the apostle’s part because the Corinthian church would understand this language clearly. It would shock this church ... Download |
Feb 21 |
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Motivation to Submit to Authority (LD 39; Ephesians 6:1-9) |
The apostle Paul tells children to obey their parents. It is after this command to children that Paul then tells fathers not to overwhelm their children with their discipline. Slaves are to obey thei ... Download |
Feb 14 |
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Collecting on the Eighth Day (LD 38; 1 Cor. 16:1-4) |
Christian churches meet normally meet together on Sunday. Why do we come together on the first day of the week when Israel used to worship on the last day of the week? Are we adding something to scr ... Download |
Feb 14 |
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The Gospel of Forgiveness (2 Corinthians 2:5-11) |
The apostle Peter asks the Lord an interesting question prior to Christ going to the cross. Peter wants to know how many times he should forgive his brother who offends him. The Lord tells him 7 tim ... Download |
Feb 07 |
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A Different Plan, One Intention (2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4) |
In our day and age if one is perceived as flip flopping on various issues their leadership credibility is called into question. We wonder if the person is fit for public office. The Apostle Paul is ... Download |
Feb 07 |
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Can a Christian Take an Oath? (LD 37; Misc. Texts) |
Christians are asked to take oaths in the court of law, and in different circumstances. Is this practice of oath take a violation of our Christian principles? Is this practice of oath taking violati ... Download |
Feb 05 |
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Doctrines of Grace Conference |
We are planning on a conference on the doctrines of grace. We just wanted to let you know about the conference so that we can enjoy your fellowship as we discuss the doctrines of grace. ... Download |
Jan 31 |
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Suffering in Comfort (2 Corinthians 1:1-11) |
If you asked someone about the measure of success they would probably talk about how much was accomplished in a lifetime. One would probably tally finished goals. The other thing would be how much g ... Download |
Jan 31 |
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Living Not to Blaspheme (LD 36; Romans 14) |
Christian liberty is generally about what we can freely do in the confidence of faith without violating an explicit command of the Lord. However, we can also look at Christian liberty as potentially ... Download |
Jan 24 |
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Gideon's Legacy (Judges 8:29-35) |
The story of Gideon has had many ups and downs much like the history of Israel. Now, that Israel is in the land, and for all practical purposes has a king you would think that they would remember Gi ... Download |
Jan 24 |
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Faith Comes Through Hearing (LD 35; Romans 10:14-17) |
If it is true that God calls his people before the foundation of the world then what is the point of the preaching of the gospel? If it is true that God breaths new life into His people without thei ... Download |
Jan 17 |
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Gideon A King? (Judges 8:1-28) |
Gideon has come a long ways in his service to Israel. He has moved from an absolute cynic about the Lord’s deliverance to one who was used to accomplish a great victory with 300 men. The Lord’s deli ... Download |
Jan 17 |
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Is Idolatry Only False Worship? (LD 34; Ephesians 5:5) |
If we were asked about idolatry we probably would say that it is worshipping a god other than the Christian God. There is no doubt that this is true. However, is there more to this commandment again ... Download |
Jan 10 |
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Gideon's Victory or Loss? (Judges 7:16-25) |
Gideon’s name has been changed to, “Let Baal Contend.” The change happened after Gideon broke down Baal’s alter. Now, we witness the facing off of Gideon and the Midianites. The Midianites outnumb ... Download |
Jan 10 |
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What is Christian Liberty? (1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1) |
As Christians we are those who are called to live for the honor and glory of our Lord. Is there any leeway in what we may do and not do? How do we know the boundaries? How do others affect these bo ... Download |
Dec 27 |
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Why Should We Do Good Works? (LD 32; 1 Peter 2:9-11) |
One of the key objections to the Reformed understanding of redemption or salvation is that it will make believers lazy. You see if we receive our redemption freely on account of Christ and His merits ... Download |
