Examining Men for Service
1 Timothy 3:11-12 – Qualifications for Wives & Family
Character Qualifications for Deacons
Nondenominational Christianity
1 Tim. 3:10 requires the congregation to examine a candidates fitness for office. No...
In 1 Timothy 3.11, does Paul introduce a new class of people closely associated...
Godly leadership makes the true, spiritual difference w/in the church. It is not accidental...
Non denominational churches certainly seem to be a trend. In many places,...
We need more godly men and women in leadership positions. We need them running businesses, community organizations, and in all levels of government. In each one of these areas, there will be unique temptations to compromise. We must always be true to the principle of integrity. Cutting corners only places one farther behind…not farther ahead. Do you live the kind of life that testifies to personal integrity and righteousness?
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God will supply us with all our needs (Philippians 4:19) and will provide us with love and care during hard times. This is why the Christian can hold his head high and lead a life filled with optimism – even during trial and adversity. Praise God that He listens and cares about each one of us!
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An examination of Jesus' first miracle recorded in the gospel of John.
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In preparation for a study in Mark's gospel, I came across the following comments by William Hendrickson on the teaching of Jesus. Early in Jesus' ministry, the gospels contain numerous descriptions of the reaction of the Jewish people to the teaching of Christ. Mark 1.22 and 27 describe them as being "astonished" and "amazed." What made Jesus' teaching so attractive?
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How strong is our loyalty to God? While we may not bow down to the stars of heaven or worship graven images, we have our own “idols” to deal with. For example, how many fall down to the idol of materialism – letting it sap away our resources and time to feed its insatiable appetite? The effects of the materialistic mindset may be far more reaching that we care to realize.
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If you are looking for work to do in the kingdom, make time for a young person within your spiritual family. Look for ways to guide, spiritually mentor, and listen to them. You can make a huge impact in their life and be a source of inspiration through those awkward years of transition from childhood into adult life.
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Here are the links to the lessons I preached on Thursday/Friday evening at the Rose St. Congregation in Anchorage, AK. Thursday: The Forgiveness of God Friday: God’s Vision For Us
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Here is the link to the lesson I preached on Wednesday at the Rose St. Congregation in Anchorage, AK. Wednesday: Continual Cleansing
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Here are the links to the lessons I have been preaching at the Rose St. Congregation in Anchorage, AK. Monday: Understanding Justification. Tuesday: Understanding Propitiation.
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Here are the links to the lessons I preached today at the Rose St. Congregation in Anchorage, AK. Sunday AM (1): God’s Good Pleasure Sunday AM (2): How Do You Relate to the Father Sunday PM: Jesus: The Horn of Salvation
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I am excited to begin a series of lessons, beginning July 11, with the Rose St. Church of Christ that meets in Anchorage, Alaska. This will be my first opportunity to visit “The Last Frontier” and I look forward to being encouraged by the saints there. David Webb is the local preacher there, and I know it will be a pleasure to finally get to meet in him in person. Over the course of the week, July 11-16, I will be preaching a series of lessons that focuses on the theme From Fear to Faith. All Christians need to be...
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I found an interesting tool this morning at Tagxedo.com. This online app allows you to create your own word cloud image and save it to your computer. The tag cloud displays words visually, with their size being determined by the frequency they are used. For the example on the left, I copied a number of bible verses related to prayer. Since I wanted “Pray Without Ceasing” to be emphasized, I copied it in multiple times. You can choose the font style, style and shape of the tag cloud. This might be a good tool to use in presenting illustrations...
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Matthew Allen : Read this somewhere this morning: "Christians need to be prepared for life in a society that is overtly anti-Christian." What do you think? Why?
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So much can be accomplished when we realize the power of God and move forward in faith. Don’t let obstacles stop you. Don’t let a problem thwart your spiritual progress. The Christians at Kettering Church of Christ can help you in beginning your walk with Christ or in sharpening your spiritual priorities. Our mission...
Jesus set the standard that we are to follow. How are you doing? Make the commitment to decrease self and increase Christ. Have you put the wishes of the Savior above your own?
As we think, so are we. Solomon said, “Watch over your heart with all diligence, For from it flow the springs of life,” Proverbs 4.23. Passage after passage in the God’s word urges us to concentrate on things that are spiritually wholesome, uplifting, and encouraging. Paul wrote, “Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is...
Time is a precious gift from God and must be used wisely. Time is an element that is intricately associated with everything we do in this life. We cannot create it. We cannot get it back once it has been spent. Therefore we must take it to heart and exhibit wisdom. Teach us to...
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