2nd Tim.4:3] For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;[4] And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables. Rom 1:21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him... Continue Reading →
The Unpardonable Sin
Now this moment in which the Lord talks about blasphemy against the Spirit is only found here in Matt. 12, Mark 3, and Luke 11. We’re only going to look at Matthew and Mark. Luke doesn’t say anything different than what we’re going to read in these other two accounts. Mat 12:22 Then was brought... Continue Reading →
The Ministry: “For Which Cause We Faint Not”
2nd Cor.4:15] For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.[16] For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.[17] For our light affliction, which is but for a... Continue Reading →
Paul’s Pattern Of “Longsuffering” In Godliness
1Ti 1:15 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief. 1Ti 1:16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter... Continue Reading →
Unsatisfied
UNSATISFIED Our flesh is in a continual state of dissatisfaction. It relishes all the religion and self-effort that we can throw at it and then screams for MORE. "Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances, {21} (Touch... Continue Reading →
Q & A: “But Ye Have Not So Learned Christ?”
Question: What Does The Apostle Paul Mean In Ephesians 4:20-21 By: “Ye Have Not So Learned Christ,” And “Ye Have Heard Him, And Been Taught By Him?” Eph 4:20 But ye have not so learned Christ; Eph 4:21 If so be that ye have heard him, and have been taught by him, as the truth... Continue Reading →
PB&J
Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary food. - Job 23:12. I love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. When the going gets tough (or not) a peanut butter and jelly sandwich satisfies! There is nothing flashy, or outlandish about... Continue Reading →
This Treasure
Here is a short video based on 2 Corinthians 4:6-7. What a great privilege is ours, to have the Life and Light of Christ made manifest in our mortal flesh! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHWIgrMRxlw
A New Tank?
Sometimes I don't know exactly what I’m going to write about until I actually sit at my desk, in front of my computer. In this case I’m at my seldom used desk at our actual church building. This is a rare event, indeed! With the advent of the automobile, and electronic communications the church office... Continue Reading →
The Waters of Separation & Purification
Text: Hebrews 9:10 "Which stood only in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal ordinances, imposed on them until the time of reformation." We learn from the Ephesians 4:5 that there is only one baptism that places us into union with the Body of Christ and with our Savior ((1 Corinthians 12:13). In the... Continue Reading →
Where Two Or Three Are Gathered…
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. (Matthew 18:20) One of the most abused Scriptures, out of many, is Matthew 18:20. This verse is used so often as a verse that proves that the Holy Spirit is present “when two or three are... Continue Reading →
The Existence of God
Rom 1:18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; Rom 1:19 Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. Rom 1:20 For the invisible things of him from the... Continue Reading →
“I Have No Man Likeminded”
Phil.2:19] But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state.[20] For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state.[21] For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.[22] But ye know... Continue Reading →
Telephone Line
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him. - Proverbs 18:13 I have always been a proponent of apologetics - the defense of the faith. It is, after all, an important issue. Knowing your Christian worldview, and the difference between Biblical Christianity, and other “isms” which run... Continue Reading →
Faith-FULL!
Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. (1 Corinthians 4:1-2) One of the most important things for anyone that ministers, no matter their role, is that they be faithful. As... Continue Reading →
Brief Commentary on Philippians 3:2
"Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the concision." (Phil 3:2) Dogs are used in a negative context consistently throughout Scripture. Interestingly, they are in the context of Psalm 22 – a messianic psalm concerning the betrayal, and crucifixion, of the Lord Jesus Christ. Examples: (Exo 22:31) "And ye shall be holy men unto... Continue Reading →
Marriage: On the Rock, or On the Rocks?
Marriage between men and women (there is no other way) is an institution which has for it's establishment God, Himself. He created Eve as a helpmeet for Adam, so that he would not be alone. And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an... Continue Reading →
Writer’s Block
I think it would be hard to believe that someone who holds before him "the unsearchable riches of Christ (Ephesians 3:8)," that have been revealed, would have a tough time thinking of something to write. Yet, it does happen on occasion. And, it's not a bad thing, at all! I encourage young preachers not to... Continue Reading →
The Sermon on the Mount, exposing Israel’s vain religious system.
The Sermon on the Mount exposing Israel’s vain religious system The four aspects of Zechariah’s instruction to “ behold” their Messiah. Zechariah3:8 my servant the BRANCH = Mark Zechariah 6:12Behold the man whose name is The BRANCH; = Luke Zechariah 9:9 behold, thy King = Matthew Zechariah 13:7 against my shepherd,and against the man that... Continue Reading →
But Put Ye On The Lord Jesus Christ” Our Armor!
Rom 13:12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.Rom 13:13 Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.Rom 13:14... Continue Reading →
