Ephesians 4:1 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, Passage Context In Ephesians chapter 1, Paul describes the blessings that believers have received from God the Father, because of their relationship with Jesus. In chapter 2, Paul describes […]
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You could be engaging in Idolatry!
1 Corinthians 10:14: Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. Passage Context In the last message we looked at 1 Corinthians 10:13. We learned in that passage, 4 truths about how we relate to sin. We learned that when we sin, 1. we can never say that we were taken by surprise and that is why […]
Being human is not an excuse to sin
1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. Passage Context Verse 1 to 4 describes […]
How can God declare sinners “not guilty” and remain a just God? Part 1
Historical Background Paul is the author of Romans and he wrote this letter from Corinth around AD 56-58, most likely AD 57. Paul was at this stage facing a lot of opposition from those who did not agree with him, and even those who believed that Paul’s preaching was affecting their livelihood. By the time […]
I am right with God my own way! Part 3
Please read part 1 and 2 of this message before reading this one, so that you may better understand. The links are at the end of this message. 3. Righteousness that justifies (v. 24) “and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus,” (Romans 3:24, ESV) This […]
I am right with God my own way! Part 2
Please read part 1 of this message before reading this one, so that you may better understand. The link is at the end of this message. 2. Righteousness defined (vv. 22-23) “the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: for all have sinned and fall […]
I am right with God my own way! Part 1
If you say you are right with God, you better be sure that it is according to God and not according to your way.
Without Faith only in Jesus, Hell Awaits Us!
Introduction The bible makes this point over and over again that only repentance and faith in Jesus, will save us from spending eternity in hell and ultimately in the lake of fire. If you are not a Christian and you are reading this message, you will realize by the end of it that by rejecting […]
In God’s Eyes, This is Who You Are!
Introduction “There is good in everyone”. “People only become bad because of what others do to them”. “I was a good person before I met you”. “I am not as bad as you or them”. “He/She is such a good person, I don’t know why they did what they did”. I am sure that you […]
God Remains Faithful and Loving even when He sends you to Hell
Introduction Can God truly remain faithful and loving when He sends us to hell and to the lake of fire to be tortured and tormented, day and night, forever and ever? Paul has been making an argument since chapter 1 from verse 18, that God’s wrath is revealed against all unrighteousness and ungodliness of men, […]