Selected Scriptures Theme:Greed is a deadly idol that blinds the heart, deceives the soul, and draws people away from faith in Christ. Doctrine:The love of money is not a neutral habit but a spiritual danger that wars against devotion to God. Purpose:To expose the sin of greed, illustrate its dangers through Scripture, and call believers…
Colossians 1:15-23He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by Him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all…
1. The Nature of Lust and Immorality: Desires Turned Disordered.1.1 Lust Begins in the Heart.1.2 Immorality Is a Manifestation of Rebellion. 2. The Devastating Consequences of Immorality.2.1 Sodom and Gomorrah – Divine Judgment. Genesis 19:24.2.2 David and Bathsheba – Spiritual Collapse. 2 Sam. 11:27.2.3 Amnon and Tamar – Injustice and Hatred. 2 Sam. 13:15. 3.…
Colossians 1:11-14May you be strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of…
A Scriptural Guide to Fighting the Inner and Facing the Outer Struggles of Faith. Introduction: Life is War. 1. The Universal Struggle: No One Is Exempt.2. The Double-Edged Nature of Struggles.3. The Root of Temptation is in us.4. The Reality of Trial Is in the World.5. The Goal of God in our Struggles.6. The Means…
An Overview of Colossians Introduction: A World Gone Mad. 1. Author and Date – The Apostle in chains, but not in his spirit. 2. Audience and Context – A Small Church with a Big Problem. 3. The Message of Colossians – Christ Over All. 4. Doctrinal Clarity in a World of Confusion. 4.1 The Sovereignty…
Psalm 150Praise the LORD! Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in His mighty heavens!Praise Him for His mighty deeds; praise Him according to His excellent greatness!Praise Him with trumpet sound; praise Him with lute and harp!Praise Him with tambourine and dance; praise Him with strings and pipe!Praise Him with sounding cymbals; praise Him with…
Acts 2 1. The Historical Context of Pentecost. 2. The Outpouring of the Spirit (1-4). 3. The Power for Proclamation (5-13). 4. The Fulfilment of Prophecy (14-36). 5. The Response of Repentance and Baptism. 6. The Continuing Blessing of the Spirit.
Memorial service for Lynne Steyn John 11:17-27 Now when Jesus came, He found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb four days. Bethany was near Jerusalem, about two miles off, and many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to console them concerning their brother. So when Martha heard that Jesus was coming,…
Acts 28:1-10After we were brought safely through, we then learned that the island was called Malta. The native people showed us unusual kindness, for they kindled a fire and welcomed us all, because it had begun to rain and was cold. When Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks and put them on the fire,…