Preaching the Word begins with God. The first chapter of Genesis is filled with God’s creative power through His Words. Peter Adams wrote, “The basis for any true human speaking for God is that God is a speaking God…and it is clear that the God of the Bible is a God who speaks” (Adams, 1996, p.Continue reading “Preaching in the Old Testament”
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Scripture for the Great Commission
A few years ago, I handed out a survey to individuals in our local church, and one of the focal areas was evangelism. The very last question in the survey asked, “How familiar are you with the great commission (with a rating of 1 being “what is the great commission” and 10 being “very familiar”). Continue reading “Scripture for the Great Commission”
But continue thou…
Trials, temptations, and even hidden or open persecution is a very real part of our fallen world. Still, we have great hope in Jesus Christ. When Paul thought that he was about to die, he told Timothy that the ministry could continue on in the ministry because of the truths found in God’s Word. ThisContinue reading “But continue thou…”
Faith in Christ for the Long Run
To receive salvation, Christ is all we need. For growth in grace, Christ is again, all we need. We are not saved by our own means or merit. Instead, we are saved by faith in Jesus: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:Continue reading “Faith in Christ for the Long Run”
But, be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
The Lord will prepare us for what comes to pass in life. Scripture even tells us that God will provide a way out of our trials and temptations (1 Corinthians 10:13). In the sixteenth chapter of John’s Gospel, Jesus was preparing the disciples for His departure. He even prophesied that they would be scattered. However,Continue reading “But, be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#40)
Have you ever had a crisis moment? This seems to be an inevitable part of every person’s story. Sometimes these crisis moments are external and beyond our control. A person’s health, for example, can change in a moment and alter present and future decisions. In our Scripture reading today, we find a crisis moment that challengedContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#40)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#39)
For many people, Ahab’s reign may have seemed like the end of any hope of a return to the worship of the true God. Scripture pointed out that Ahab did more evil in the sight of God than any other king before him (1 Kings 16:30). In fact, to some, the famine might have signaledContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#39)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#38)
David wanted to build a temple for God. Feeling convicted that the place of worship was a tent next to a palace, he believed God deserved grander quarters. However, God told David that it was not something for him to do, but rather his son, Solomon. Under Solomons reign, a temple would be built forContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#38)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#37)
King David’s dying request to Solomon was that he would be a wise king, fear God, and cleanse his house from those who shed innocent blood. We read about how Solomon tried to do this wisely to ensure that no mischief befell his kingdom. As you read this passage, it is vital to understand theContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#37)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#36)
There are situations that are beyond our control and happen without our permission. However, there are many other situations that occur as a result of the choices we make. David was a man after God’s heart. He was a wise and efficient leader. However, there was one choice that he made that would impact the restContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#36)”
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