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What is ‘Justification by Faith?’ – Sermon Audio
Christians base their lives on the teaching the apostle Paul explained called “justification by faith.” This vital truth was brought to the forefront in 1517 by Martin Luther and the Reformers and has imprinted itself into the spiritual DNA of millions, even billions, since then to this day. While justification – being made acceptable to God – is truly by faith, the whole meaning of what Paul was saying has been lost on some. Teachings arising from early understandings have permitted people to turn a blind eye to worldliness, willfully sinful lifestyles, and basically, not accomplishing what justification by faith is supposed to accomplish – fruit of the Spirit and…
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How salvation is not of ‘works’ or ‘law’ – yet Jesus asks for ‘works’ and ‘commandments’ kept – audio sermon
This message answers and reconciles how salvation is not of ‘works’ or ‘law’ – yet Jesus asks for ‘works’ and “commandments” kept. May the Lord bless you!
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Christianity is to be dependent on God and ‘taught by God’ – audio sermon
The goal of the gospel is to follow in Jesus’ footsteps. He was utterly dependant upon the Father and showed what is possible for a man filled with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said also we as His sheep are to be dependent upon Him and He in grace will teach us. This is to create a holy dynamic of being to God’s glory.
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Christians have nothing more important to do than become like Jesus – audio sermon
If you ever wondered what God wants from you, He has already stated it for all times. Our first priority is not to live in the strength of our own abilities and desires of our mind and emotions. Our first priority is not to be little different than the rest of the people of the world with the exception that we have carved out a certain percentage of our time to Jesus Christ. Our first priority is not to feather our nest, pursue our goals and dreams and live with our own welfare primarily in mind. So what is our first goal? To become like Jesus.
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How preachers may portray Jesus vs. what Jesus said about coming to Him – audio sermon
The key phrase “come to Me” was said by Jesus Christ several times in several different contexts. Meanwhile, the preachers of all times have portrayed Him as they see fit – with Bible verses in hand to back up their opinions. This sermon looks at these things and quotes Jesus extensively to let Him speak for Himself in light also of other scriptural teachings by the apostles. Lord bless you!
