Scripture is Profitable, 2 Tim 3:16-17
In 2 Tim 3:16-17, Paul said, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.” We are going to look further at the words in bold in these verses […]
Continue Thou in the Things II Tim. 3:14-17
Continue Thou in the Things II Tim. 3 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Paul told Timothy to continue in two things: the things that he learned from Paul and the holy scriptures. Timothy continued in: The things he learned from Paul – 2 Tim 3:14 – Timothy was Paul’s son in the faith [1 Tim 1:2]. Paul […]
Give Attendance To
Give Attendance To 1 Tim.4:13 Paul tells Timothy to “give attendance to” three things. When you give attendance to something it means that careful application of mind, regard, or attention is required. Have you ever entered a contest where you must “be present to win”? Your attendance is required, you must be there. We […]
A Profitable Ministry 1Tim. 4:7-16
1 Tim 4 7-16 A Profitable Ministry CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Paul gives Timothy some practical instructions for a profitable ministry that he should follow so “thy profiting may appear to all,” [1 Tim 4:15]. These instructions concern the minister’s: Spiritual and Physical Fitness – 1 Tim 4:7-9 – He should be nourished with food sanctified […]
Essentials of Spiritual Growth 1 Peter 2:2
Essentials of Spiritual Growth 1 Peter 2:2 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO This sermon should help you with your spiritual growth, whether you have already grown some or you are newly saved. We receive missionary prayer requests every month in which we are asked to pray for the spiritual growth of their new converts. Spiritual growth is […]
Sound Doctrine and the Law 1 Tim. 1: 3-11
Sound Doctrine and The Law 1 Tim. 1: 3-11 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO In 1 Tim 1:3-11, Paul instructs Timothy on properly teaching sound doctrine and the law. Paul tells Timothy to “charge some that they teach no other doctrine.” To charge is to command authoritatively. It’s like a military command. See 1 Tim 1:3, 1:18, […]
Sound Doctrine 2 Tim. 3:16
Sound Doctrine 2 Tim 3:16. CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Sound doctrine is found in the Bible. Doctrine is what the Bible says. Scripture is profitable for doctrine – 2 Tim 3:16. So, if you want to learn doctrine, then go to the Bible. The trouble with Christians who get pulled into false doctrine and false religions […]
Sincerity 1 Peter 2:1-2
Sincerity 1 Peter 2:1-2 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Sincere means: 1 without deceit, pretense [a false claim or profession], or hypocrisy; truthful; straightforward; honest 2 being the same in actual character as in outward appearance; genuine; real 3 not adulterated [Webster’s New World Dictionary]. I heard a preacher make reference to desiring the sincere milk of […]
Boundaries Deut. 32:7
Boundaries Deut. 32:7 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO The Lord divides, separates, and sets bounds. We need boundaries in our lives. The worst thing God could do to any of us is to just back off and remove all our boundaries. We need them in our lives to provide stability, separation, and security. You probably have locks on […]
Dual Authority
Dual Authority Matt. 6:24 Two masters is dual authority. It never works, not at home, at work, at church, and not with God. You must pick one and love it and hold to it. No man can serve two masters. Who or what is your single authority? It is very easy to say “God”, […]