The theme of "Unity" is prevalent throughout the Bible. God desires His people to be unified. In this lesson, we look at some of the ways God's people are supposed to be in unity with one another. https://youtu.be/NRZA_Gopu88 … [Read more...]
posted on December 8, 2017 by
The Spirit of Christ
Romans 8:9 says that we must have the Spirit of Christ or we are not His. But what does it mean to "have the Spirit of Christ"? There are several good parallel passages that show what it means and how to have the Spirit of Christ in us. https://youtu.be/nN1I_MJ05_E … [Read more...]
posted on October 12, 2017 by
A Better Congregation Begins With Me When I Show Greater Unselfishness
This was my lesson for the 2017 Northside Lectureship. The lectureship theme was "A Better Congregation Begins With Me," and my assigned subject was "When I Show Greater Unselfishness." For the complete playlist of the entire lectureship, please click here to visit Northside's website. https://youtu.be/YsoSHJx_ntk … [Read more...]
posted on September 24, 2017 by
By Your Words
Matt. 12:36-37 https://youtu.be/tYJrclYfXvE "By Your Words" Condemned Using the Lord's name in vain (Ex. 20:7; Phil. 2:9-11). Lying (Prov. 6:16-19). Deceiving (Rom. 16:18). Filthy language (Eph. 5:4). Speaking evil (Jude 8; Matt. 5:21-22). Reviling (1 Cor. 6:9-11; 1 Pet. 2:21-23). "By Your Words" Justified Speaking about the kingdom of God (Acts 1:3; 8:12). Speaking to edify (Acts 20:32; Eph. 4:29). Gracious words (Eccl. 10:12; Col. 4:5-6). Comforting … [Read more...]
posted on September 24, 2017 by
Equipped for Battle
Ephesians 6:10-20 We know about the armor of God (Eph. 6:14-17). But have we really considered the application? How does this passage picture the church and the Christian life? (cf. Eph. 6:10-13; 2 Tim. 2:3). Are we soldiers EQUIPPED FOR BATTLE? That we are supplied with armor and weaponry (cf. Eph. 6:17; 2 Cor. 10:4), means we are at war! (2 Cor. 10:3-6; 2 Tim. 2:4; Eph. 6:11). The church must be MILITANT! https://youtu.be/D9wdeI4I7DE … [Read more...]
posted on June 5, 2017 by
God’s Trust Test
Jeremiah 17:5-11 When Times Get Tough... Do I trust in man (Jer. 17:5, 6, 11). Do I trust in God? (Jer. 17:7, 8). Will I decide my own course? (Jer. 17:9). Will I desire God's correction? (Jer. 17:10). NOTE: The audio begins about a minute in because the microphone was turned on late. … [Read more...]
posted on May 27, 2017 by
All Things New
A New Creation (Rev. 21:1) A New Kingdom (Rev. 21:2) A New Tabernacle (Rev. 21:3) A New Life! (Rev. 21:4-6) … [Read more...]
posted on May 26, 2017 by
Shepherd Leadership
God's Greatest Leaders Were Shepherds! Shepherd Leadership: Has a Focus on the Family Nurtures the Church Points People to the Gospel … [Read more...]
posted on May 25, 2017 by
The Pleasure of His Presence
Hallelujah, Praise the Lord His Presence is Universal (Psa. 148:1-13; Psa. 139; Acts 17:24-28) His Presence is Unique (Psa. 148:14; Eph. 1:3-6) … [Read more...]
posted on May 24, 2017 by
Up From The Grave
Brought Up Through the Recognition of Our Sins (Psalm 30:6-7). Brought Up Through the Realization of Our Security (Psalm 30:8-10). Brought Up Through the Reception of HIS Saving Grace (Psalm 30:4-5, 11-12). … [Read more...]
