Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

New Testament

The Dangers of Lust

27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one…

The Golden Chain of Redemption – Part 3

A. The Purpose for God’s People Leading to Assurance Romans 8:29 1. Conformity to the image of His Son, the Lord Jesus a) His character – Galatians 5:22-23 b) His submission – Matthew 26:36-42 c) His obedience – John 17:4; John 8:29 d) His suffering – Matthew 27:27-31 2. Exaltation of His Son, the Lord Jesus – Romans 8:29 B. The Process…

What Is Being Said Of Us?

PHILEMON 4-5 – I thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers, because I hear of your love and of the faith that you have toward the Lord Jesus and for all the saints.”    Each one of us has built a reputation. We are known by people.  Our names are dropped into conversations among friends, families, brothers, and…

Sermon on the Mount: Blessed are the Persecuted

10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12 Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. …

The Golden Chain of Redemption – Part 2

For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. 30 And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified.  Romans 8:29-30 A. The Purpose for God’s People Leading…

The Church’s Mission – Part 2: God’s Work for His Church

Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name…