The scene is set in Heaven right now. It establishes a precedent for the promise of the new Heaven to come. The example we find teaches us valuable praise. I am referring to the fourth and fifth chapter of The Revelation of Jesus Christ that was given to John on the Isle of Patmos. TheseContinue reading “The beauty of praise”
Category Archives: Church
Why do we lack discernment?
When Jesus was asked to speak about the end times, one of the signs He gave was the deception of God’s people (Mt. 24:24). Other passages warn us of false prophets (2 Thess. 2:3; 2 Tim. 4:1, 3-42 Pet. 2:2, 12-13), Satan (2 Thess. 2:9-12), and personal deception (1 Cor. 6:9-10; Gal. 6:6-8). How doesContinue reading “Why do we lack discernment?”
The need for learning pastors.
If one thing is clear from the pastoral epistles (I, II Timothy and Titus), the burden to be learners. Perhaps the most straightforward command is found in II Timothy 2:15-16, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth, but shun profane andContinue reading “The need for learning pastors.”
Going to Church: Why do we gather?
In a recent presentation by Barna Research and Pepperdine University, it was shared that Church attendance is a decreasing expectation (watch here; find it at the 48:30 mark). Changes in family dynamics, more distractions, and a lack of commitment to a local congregation have all contributed to this new reality. As Church leaders, this isContinue reading “Going to Church: Why do we gather?”
What is sin?
There are several passages of Scripture that help us to define sin. Sin is a transgression of the law. “Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law” (1 John 3:4). To transgress means to go beyond, to overstep the boundaries, to exceed the limits imposed upon us byContinue reading “What is sin?”
Unity
Unity is a precious commodity. Israel struggled to keep it. Eventually, unity was lost, and Israel became a divided kingdom under its fourth king (third in the Davidic dynasty). King David’s grandson, Rehoboam split the nation in 930 B.C. through a miscalculated power play. Ten of the founding tribes made Jeroboam their king to theContinue reading “Unity”
Encouragements for pastors
Pastoring is not a light task or easy role. It can bring a person to the highest of highs and lowest of lows. Being a pastor requires a God-given calling. Paul told Timothy, “This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of bishop, he desireth a good work” (1 Timothy 3:1). TheContinue reading “Encouragements for pastors”
Important things to keep in mind this year.
We need to reflect and remember God’s truth in light of a new year. The following is the outline for the first Sunday morning sermon of 2017. The title of the sermon was “Doctrine for a new year.” You can hear the sermon at our church website (click here). The Triune God invites you intoContinue reading “Important things to keep in mind this year.”
Help for small Church pastors to start 2017.
If you have not already done these three things, pray, seek God’s will, and start moving forward. Ask God for direction Scripture is clear that planning and preparation without humility before God are sinful. James 4:13-17 is one such Scripture that gives us this position. Paul reminds us that all work is fruitful only becauseContinue reading “Help for small Church pastors to start 2017.”
Jesus: Son of Man
One of the titles that Jesus applied to Himself is “Son of Man.” It is found in the Old Testament and New Testament. It signifies the humanity that Christ added to deity through the incarnation. The Gospel writer, Luke, emphasizes this title. This association with Christ is not by coincidence with Luke being a doctor andContinue reading “Jesus: Son of Man”
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