God Said
When we look at the Creation account in Genesis 1 we find nine times that the phrase “God said” is used to describe the creation process. You will also see that after the record declares that “God said” to whatever … Continue reading →
Tag Archives: teaching series
The Word of God
This morning, as my Thursday custom is, I was studying for this Sunday’s teaching at CrossHope Chapel and sensed a need to share some thoughts on this verse: “And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received … Continue reading →
Sevenfold Spirit
Yesterday, Sunday, October 2, 2016 we looked at John’s mention of seven specific ministries of the Holy Spirit throughout John 14 – 16 and I want to share that with you here… In Scripture, Jesus spoke most about the endowment … Continue reading →
Works of God
Last Sunday when we were in John 9 we saw from verse 3 that the blindness in the man happened to him not because of any kind of sin or punishment but so “the works of God might be displayed … Continue reading →
True Worshipers
John 4:1-45 was a big chunk of teaching and afterwards I found myself wishing I had invested more time on Jesus’ words “true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth” (John 4:23, ESV). I have been feeling that … Continue reading →
Jesus Confronts Legalism
Yesterday we looked at John 2:13-25 “Jesus Cleanses the Temple” and we discussed God’s grace in the Passover, being angry without sinning (Ephesians 4:26) the Temple and it’s message of transference to Jesus Christ, those who want a “sign” rather than … Continue reading →
Water to Wine
I’m still thinking about John 2:1-12 and yesterday’s teaching time, because I’m taking comfort in knowing that Jesus turned water to wine. It’s amazing when you consider that Jesus created something out of nothing. He took impure water from an … Continue reading →
2 Thessalonians 2:3 & The Rapture
Q: If the Anti-Christ is to be revealed first, before the church is raptured, wouldn’t that favor the post-tribulation position? A: My answer is No. In fact, the verse in question is 2 Thessalonians 2:3 and it actually builds a higher pile … Continue reading →
Son of God
Two things I’d like to mention by way of follow-up on our introduction to the book of John on Sunday, March 6, 2016… • The Got Questions? website has a great reply to the question “What does it mean that Jesus … Continue reading →
Philippians 3
Let me make a final application on our Philippians 3 teaching series from this morning… Philippians 3:20-21 says, “But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body … Continue reading →
Philippians 1
There is a point that I didn’t get to make from Philippians 1 today and it’s in verse 27-28 “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am … Continue reading →
Muslims & Christian God?
Do Muslims and Christians believe in the same God? No. The main difference is Jesus. Jesus is God, and is called the Son of God. Jesus is mentioned in the Koran, but only as a prophet, not as God. In the … Continue reading →
Facing Fearful Times?
Here are three verses to mediate on when you are facing fearful times for whatever the circumstance is… “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will … Continue reading →
Final Thought on Revelation 11
In John 21:15-17 we read where Jesus asked Peter do you “agapa” me? Peter responded by using a lesser word for “love.” Jesus used the word meaning “unconditionally” while Peter used the word meaning “brotherly.” After the same a second … Continue reading →
Wrath of God
I mentioned today as we were looking at Revelation 8 and 9 that I would email you the psalm that I was trying to think of on judgement, and that is actually was Psalm 97. While looking for my notes on … Continue reading →
Why Evil?
Evil is the result of sin in our world, but we sometimes wonder why God doesn’t stop it all now. 2 Peter 3:8-10 shares this “But do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is … Continue reading →
Revelation Study Notes
I’ve been meaning to mention this in our gatherings… Here is a link to the Revelation study notes that I have referenced during our Sunday teaching series: http://www.enduringword.com/commentaries/66.htm. … Continue reading →
2 Peter 2:18
“For, speaking loud boasts of folly, they entice by sensual passions of the flesh those who are barely escaping from those who live in error.” 2 Peter 2:18 (ESV) This verse makes me think of the modern art of “preaching … Continue reading →
1 Peter 5:6-7
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:6-7 (ESV) Tough times can be very humbling … Continue reading →
1 Peter 4:7
A Takeaway from… “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers.” 1 Peter 4:7 (ESV) Our prayer life has a greater value to us as we near the end … Continue reading →
1 Peter 4:4-5
A Takeaway from… “With respect to this they are surprised when you do not join them in the same flood of debauchery, and they malign you; but they will give account to him who is ready to judge the living … Continue reading →