The Doctrine of Sanctification
Introduction: In six days God completed creation. Then on the seventh day He ended the work and rested. He blessed that seventh day and Sanctified it. Anything that is Sanctified, means that it is set apart for a sacred purpose, the act of making holy. [Ex.20:8] “to keep it holy” he commanded it to […]
Your Calling, 2 Tim 1:9
Many Christians say that they want to know what their calling is, what their purpose is. Unfortunately, it seems that most Christians don’t know. So, we’re going to look at some verses in the Bible to help you figure out your calling. In your calling you are: Called to salvation – Mk 2:17 – this […]
Hezekiah’s Reign like the Christian Life II Chron. 29
Hezekiah’s Reign Like The Christian Life II Chron. 29 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO When we get saved our lives go through a process of sanctification and growth. This process is typified in Hezekiah’s reign. Hezekiah’s reign is like the Christian life in that when you get saved, you must: Get rid of the filthiness in your […]
What was Jesus Made for Us?
What was Jesus Made for Us (1 Corinthians 1:26-31) In this lesson we are going to look at four things Jesus Christ was made for us. In verse 30 Jesus is said to be made wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption for us. With these four things we will see that Jesus is Christ is all […]
Why They Labored Rom. 16
Why They Labored Rom.16 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO In Rom 16 we see the many things that the saints did to labor in the ministry. They labored unselfishly. Why did they do things like start a church in their home, lay down their lives, suffer imprisonment, and labor abundantly? Because of: Their appreciation for salvation – […]
God’s Will for My Life
God’s Will for My Life 1 Thes.4:3 Finding God’s will for your life is very simple. The Bible clearly states what is the will of God for you. We make the mistake of confusing it and God’s plan for your life. God has a plan for your life which concerns what He wants you to […]
Do Not Frustrate the Grace of God Gal. 2:21
Do Not Frustrate the Grace of God Gal 2:21 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Paul said, I do not frustrate the grace of God. That is he didn’t try to make himself righteous by keeping the law since, by the grace of God, he was already righteous in Jesus Christ. You and I often frustrate the grace […]
Willingly Offer Yourself II Chron. 17:1-16
Willingly Offer Yourself II Chron. 17:1-16 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO In 2 Chr 7:16, Zichri willingly offered himself unto the Lord. You need to willingly offer yourself unto the Lord. When you willingly offer yourself unto the Lord you are making an offering. You offering is: A surrendered offering – “willingly” – you surrender your […]
Perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God II Cor. 7:1
Perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God II Cor. 7:1 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO This sermon is about perfecting holiness in the fear of God, not so much by cleansing ourselves after we have sinned but by staying away from unclean things. Until now I have read 2 Cor 7:1, as an admonition to cleanse ourselves […]
The Coming of Our Lord 1 Thess.1:9-10
The Coming of the Lord 1 Thess. 1:9-10 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Every chapter in First Thessalonians has something to say about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. What is the benefit to us in looking for his coming? “Waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ,” [1 Cor 1:7] improves our: Service to […]