Isaiah 9:6 – 7 – “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, […]
The Crown of Thorns “The thief on the cross looked at the man from Nazareth being crucified next to him and said, ‘Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom’ (Luke 23:42). Somehow this man conceived of the crucified Jesus as ruling over a kingdom. While the title on Christ’s cross – ‘The […]
“Look! He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him, including those who pierced Him. And all the families of the earth will mourn over Him. This is certain. Amen” (Rev. 1:7 HCSB). “…the blessed hope and appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ” (Titus 2:13 HCSB). […]
Revelation 1:1 – 8 Psalm 24 Explain: – Four Main Perspectives: Preterist, Historicist, Idealist and Futurist. Scripture Focus: Revelation 1:1 – 8 – Review 1:1 – 3 Verse 1 “soon” – 1 Peter 4:7, “The end (culmination) of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled…” 1. “Spiritual war takes place throughout the church age, […]
Introduction Revelation 1:1 – 8 Background: Definition of “apokalypsis” is “to unveil,” “disclose,” “reveal,” “appear,” or “manifest.” It means to draw back the curtain that all alike may see. This is not a cryptic book. “One definition for “apocalyptic” is “the present addressed through parallels with the future.” Therefore, the church in the present is […]
GOD’S MERCY – “Oh give thanks to the LORD; for He is good; for His mercy endures forever” Ps. 136:1. “God’s mercy is free. To set up merit is to destroy mercy. Nothing can deserve mercy, because we are polluted in our blood (whole being); nor force it. We may force God to […]
THE STORY OF RUTH Over the next few weeks I will be preaching through the Book of Ruth. This biblical narrative is absolutely extraordinary. Ruth’s story (really God’s story) will prove to be a great encouragement to the faithful. We will see the providential working of the sovereign God who controls history and […]
Salvation Is By the Cross Of Christ According to Scripture it can conclusively be stated, beyond any shadow of doubt that salvation is by the blood of the Lamb of God alone. It is through the atoning death of Jesus Christ on the cross that God forgives sin and welcomes those who place […]
The Mystery Of Godliness A Meditation by A. W. Tozer “And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.” – 1 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) “Let’s remember […]
A PASSION FOR CHRIST Mark 14:1 – 11 Sunday, April 6, 2014 Theme: Affectionately acknowledging Christ’s worth – worship. This section is bookended with the Chief Priests and Scribes’ plot to kill Jesus and ending with Judas’ betrayal. Mark’s gospel has been described as a passion account with and extensive introduction. […]