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An end-of-the-age report card on church history
The history of the Christian faith for the past 1900 years has been one in which those who named Christ utterly failed to keep Jesus Christ’s two highest injunctions. Since the last apostle John died around 100 AD, all sorts of deeds – good and bad – have been done in the name of Christ but this report is in light of the pure vision Jesus and the apostles expressed in the New Testament. Two Injunctions; Two Proofs of God The Lord said it was a command that His followers would be 1) known for an unearthly and truly God-like love, and 2) His will they remain united in doctrine,…
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God’s view of His people and the church – Ephesians 2 – Audio
The apostle Paul was chosen to deliver some poignant truths to the church that Jesus would build. The Ephesian epistle is full of deep riches for those who have a heart for them. May the Lord bless you.
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The church of Jesus Christ and His will for us all – audio
This started as a study of Ephesians 3, but became more about the church and what God wants – a bride read for Himself and individuals who know Christ in them! Things got off to a slow start with several interruptions in the first half hour but the cadence gets better and more productive although random discussion ensues. Discussions of the Spirit-led life called for a variety of scriptural references and lively talk. Lord bless you!
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Where is the testimony of the Christians?
Where is the testimony of the Christians as told of in God’s Word? Who truly represents the kingdom of God in its fullness? What is represented to the world that should even be very compelling for citizens of the world to leave what the world offers and come join with the Christians? A kingdom that is only in word and not in power? A house of mediocrity? Jesus said that we should have an overwhelming love (Jn 13:34.35) and unity (Jn 17:20-23) and spirit and way about us that would be called light. Are Christians and their assemblies supposed to eye “the mark?” (Phil 3:14) How do they define “the…
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The New Covenant – Hebrews 8, etc. – Audio
Thank God for the New Covenant! In our round-about study of Hebrews, the epistle which warns against drifting away, and explains the priesthood of Jesus Christ, talks also of a “better covenant with better promises.” That is the New Covenant, as highlighted in Heb. 8. This talk spends time comparing scriptures that talk about the New Covenant, with commentary on why it matters so much. May the Lord bless you!
