Sun, 30 December 2012
Text: Phil 1:12-21 As we look back on this past year let us consider our service to the Lord. I. The Primary Goal is to exalt Jesus Christ.
II. "For me to live is"
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Sun, 23 December 2012
Text: Hebrews 9:11 Who is the Jesus who was born in Bethlehem? In the book of Hebrews we see that the reason he came was to be the complete sacrifice. |
Sun, 16 December 2012
Text: Luke 1:31-33 I. His Name
1. Command
2. Meaning
II. His Identity
1. Great
2. Son of the Most High
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Sun, 9 December 2012
Text: Luke 1:26-38 Mary:
I. Background
1. She was chosen by God. (vs. 26)
2. She was from an ordinary town.
3. She was a Virgin. (vs. 27)
4. She was engaged/betrothed to Joseph.
II. Conversation
1. Mary found grace in God's sight. (vs. 28)
2. She had the promise of help.
3. She was troubled. (vs. 29-34)
4. Mary's incredible response. (vs. 38)
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Sun, 2 December 2012
Text: Luke 1:26-38 The Birth of Jesus Foretold.
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Sun, 25 November 2012
Text: Revelation Chapters 1-9 When studying the Book of Revelation the term thankful might not be the first thing one thinks of however on closer examination we can see that there is much to be thankful for.
I. Thankful for the promise of Blessing. (Rev. 1:1-3)
II. Thankful for the Majesty of Jesus. (Rev. 1:12-17)
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Sun, 25 November 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the eleventh lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. This lesson contains an open forum for questions about Heaven and Hell. This is the closing session of the class. |
Sun, 18 November 2012
Text: I Corinthians 1:18-3:9 The purpose of the church is to glorify God. How do we do this?
I. Through our families.
II. Through relationships in the body of Christ.
and the mission of the church:
III. Through the gospel - Guarding that whhich has been intrusted to us.
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Sun, 18 November 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the tenth lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. This lesson contains analysis of Bible passages pertaining to the Throne Room of God are presented followed by a discussion of Out-of-Body and Near-Death Experiences. |
Sun, 11 November 2012
Text: Revelation 9:13-21 I. The Voice from the Four Horns of the Golden Alter. (vs. 13)
II. The Four Angels. (vs. 14-15)
III. The Two Hundred Million. (vs. 16-19)
IV. The Remaining Population. (vs. 20-21)
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Sun, 11 November 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the ninth lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. This lesson attempts to partially answer the question, “What is Heaven Really Like?”, The Celestial City of God contained in Revelation Chapter 21 is described. |
Sun, 4 November 2012
Text: Revelation 9:1-12 I. The Star
A. Identity - (see also Rev. 12:7-12) Serpent of old, Satan.
B. Key - To the Bottomless Pit. (Notice the Lord has the key first)
II. The Bottomless Pit
A. Smoke - Darkens the Sun and the Air
B. Locusts (see also Exodus 10)
1. Appearance
2. Power
3. Limitations
III. The King
A. Identity
B. Names - distruction, distroyer
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Sun, 4 November 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the eighth lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. Modern-day religious movements that promote heaven for everyone and a non-existant hell are the focus of this session. |
Sun, 28 October 2012
Text: I Corinthians 11:23 I. Innocence of the Savior
II. Responsibility to Examine Ourselves
1. Consider the Agony of Christ
2. Proclaim the Power of the Cross to the World
3. We must Examine our Lives
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Sun, 28 October 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the seventh lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. What the Bible says about occult practises of Necromancy, Sorcery, and Witchcraft is presented. Ghosts are also discussed as possible emanations from the spirit world. |
Sun, 21 October 2012
Text: Revelation 8:1-13 I. The Exactness of God
a. Silence b. Seven Angels II. The Prayers to God a. Angel b. Alter c. Participation d. The Answer III. The Wrath of God a. The Land b. The Seas c. Fresh Water IV. Mercy of God a. Eagle b. Announcement |
Sun, 21 October 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the sixth lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. Continuing from the Resurrection of Christ, events related to heaven and hell are presented until, before the last event, all people ever born arrive in one of these places or the other. |
Sun, 14 October 2012
Text: I Timothy 2:1 Listen as Rob Caine brings us a message on prayer and its true power and direction.
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Sun, 14 October 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the fifth lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. At death, the possible destinations of saints and sinners are explained. Then a chronological sequence of events related to heaven and hell is presented through the Resurrection of Christ with corresponding Bible references. |
Sun, 7 October 2012
Text: I Peter 2:1-3 What keeps you feeding on the word of God on a regular basis?
I. The Word
II. Separation
1. Malice
2. Deceit
3. Hypocracy
4. Envy
5. Slander
III. An Intense Desire
1.Long for
2.Pure Milk
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Sun, 7 October 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the fourth lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. Places connected to life after death are explained. These places include the Grave, Sheol, Hades, Paradise, Abraham's bosom, Gehenna, the Lake of Fire, the Second death, and Hell. |
Sun, 30 September 2012
Text: 2 Peter 3:17-18 Listen as Paster Thad gives an update on several of the ministries at SRCC and then exhorts from a passage in 2 Peter.
I. Encouragement to a Healthy Relationship.
II. Grow in the Grace and Knowledge of the Lord.
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Sun, 23 September 2012
Text: Colossians 4:2-4 I. Devotion to Prayer (vs.2)
1. steadfastly - be devoted
2. Be watchful - stay awake
II. Purpose in Prayer (vs.3-4)
1. Growth in the Lord
2. For God's will in their lives - Strength in the inner man (see Eph. 3:14-20)
III. The Example of Paul (Acts 9:1-19)
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Sun, 23 September 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the third lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. Implications of our metaphysical model are presented and a discussion of the characteristics of created beings is begun with emphasis on angels. |
Sun, 16 September 2012
Text: Revelation 7 I. The 144,000 (vs.1-8)
1. God Protects His Own
2. The Preciseness (exactness) of God
II. The Great Multitude
1. Heaven is a Place of Celebration. (vs.9-12) 2. Heaven is a Place of Ceaseless Service. (vs.13-15)
3. Heaven is a Place of Ceaseless Provision. (vs.16-17)
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Sun, 16 September 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the second lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell where reasons that some Christians don't look forward to heaven are discussed, followed by an overview of three characteristics of God that are fundamental to questions about Heaven and Hell. The relationship of the spirit world to the physical world is introduced as the metaphysics of theology. |
Sun, 9 September 2012
Text: Revelation 6:12-17 I. The impact in Heavens and Earth.
II. The impact on Man
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Sun, 9 September 2012
This class investigates what the Bible actually says about Heaven and Hell. In today's popular culture, there are several misconceptions about what Heaven will be like and who will be there. Likewise, ideas about Hell range from denying its existence to declaring it the place to be for the "in" crowd. The discussion will sort through the maze of claims made about these places. This is the first lesson in our study of Heaven and Hell. There are two sources of information about Heaven and Hell, the Bible and personal revelation. Evidence for the reliability of the Bible is given by nature and man's desire for a deity. Caution is sounded when listening to personal revelation since there are many instances of fraud. |
Sun, 2 September 2012
Text: Revelation 6:9-11 Listen as we cover the fifth seal in the book of Revelation - the martyrs.
I. The Faithfulness (vs. 9)
II. Their Plea (vs. 10)
III. The Answer (vs. 11)
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Sun, 26 August 2012
Text: Revelation 6:5-8 Listen as we cover the third and fourth seals in the book of Revelation. As you will hear, the judgements intensify as the text builds to the "great day of wrath."
I. The Third Seal "The Black Horse" - represents famine.
II. The Forth Seal "The Ashen (pale Green) Horse" - represents death
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Sun, 19 August 2012
Text: Revelation 6:1-4 As chapter six unfolds, we are introduced to the beginning of God's judgements. Listen as we discuss the first two seals.
I. The First Seal "The White Horse" - represents a false peace.
II. The Second Seal "The Red Horse" - The great bloodshed, repesents war.
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Sun, 12 August 2012
Text: Mark 6:34-38 Listen as Dean Self brings a message from God's word.
Law 1 - You must do what you cannot do with what you do not havefor the rest of your life.
Law 2 - You must empty yourself, humble yourself, and sacrifice yorself.
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Sun, 5 August 2012
Text: I Thess. 4:13-18 III. There is comfort in the Promises of the Lord.
A. The Dead will be Raised (vs. 15-16)
B. The Living Church will be Raptured (vs.16)
C. There will be a Reunion (vs. 17)
D. There will be a Forever Reality with the Lord. (vs. 17)
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Sun, 29 July 2012
Text: I Thess. 4:13-14 I. Hope in grief
II. Hope in Resurrection
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Sun, 15 July 2012
Text: Revelation 5:6-14 As the Elder proclaims, there is one who is worthy in the entire universe to open the scroll and to break its seals. In verses 6-14 John sees the one who is worthy. He is the lamb who is the lion. The Lamb is standing as if slain. He stands in victory. As he takes the scroll from the Father heaven breaks out into worship. Listen to God's word and may the Holy Spirit work in your life for the glory of God.
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Sun, 8 July 2012
Text: Revelation 5 The goal in chapter 5 is to come to a greater appreciation of Jesus Christ. This lesson will emphasize the scroll. The chapter centers on the question presented by the strong angel in verse 2. Who is worthy to open the scroll and to break its seals?
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Sun, 8 July 2012
This is lesson 11 (the concluding lesson) in our study of Church History. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 1 July 2012
Text: Philippians 4:1 I. Threats to Stability (in Philippi)
A. Persecution (1:28-30)
B. Unity (2:2,14)
C. False Teachers (3:18-19)
D. Dissension (4:2)
E. Anxiety (4:6)
II. Keys to Stability (in Philippi)
A. Attitude - Rejoice in the Lord (3:1;4:4)
B. Growth - needs to be steady (3:7-16)
C. Perspective - our hope is not in this life (3:17-21)
D. Prayer - giving it all to the Lord is the key not only to stablity but peace (6b-7)
E. Right Thoughts - the discipline of right thinking is outlined for us in these verses. (4:8-9)
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Sun, 24 June 2012
Text: Matthew 9:18-35 What imagery does the word "touch" bring to mind? How important is it to feel the touch of another? How important is it to touch or be touched by Jesus? Listen as Bob Waldrep of Crosswinds Foundation shares a message from the word of God about the touch of Jesus.
I. The Touch of Faith 1. That seeks a touch on behalf of another. 2. That seeks to touch him. 3. That seeks to be touched. 4. That seeks to touch another for him. II. The Approach of Faith. 1. Jairus - Bowed 2. The Woman - Secret 3. The Blind Men - Persistent 4. The Demon Possessed Mute - Escorted |
Sun, 17 June 2012
Text: Mark 12:28-32; Deuteronomy 6:4-9 How will we be remembered? The answer to this question requires honesty and change. Listen as David Nichols explores what it means to live at the foot of the cross.
In Deuteronomy 6 we see the command to love the Lord and in Mark 12 we see the questioning of Jesus by the scribe about the greatest commandment. Why did the scribe ask Jesus the question when as a teacher of the law he should have known the answer? It wasn't because he didn't know the answer but rather that he refused to accept the answer due to his lack of humility.
* To live at the foot of the cross we must (Mark 12:30) love the Lord with:
1) Our Heart.
2) Our Will/Motive.
3) Our Mind.
4) All our Strength.
We cannot do this with a love that we muster up from within ourselves but rather this love must be agape love, the love that comes from God. The wellspring that flows out.
* What keeps us from living at the foot of the cross? Pride. This lack of humility keeps us from loving God. Back in Deut. 6 we see that we must submit daily.
* What if? What would my life look like if I really submitted to God?
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Sun, 17 June 2012
This is lesson 10 in our study of Church History. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 10 June 2012
Listen to our mission team as they report on their trip to Bolivia with i-Tec and the training of the local church in the use of I-Tec's medical outreach programs. |
Sun, 10 June 2012
This is lesson 9 in our study of Church History. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 3 June 2012
Text: Revelation 5:9 Revelation 5 answers the question; “who is worthy to open the book and break its seals?” Upon discovery that the Lamb is worthy, heaven and earth break out in song praising the Lamb that was slain. However, it would be easy to get caught up in the praise of the Lamb without considering why the Lamb bought us. The first stanza of the song plunges the depth of redemption. In the lesson today, I want to consider the question; why did the Lamb buy us?
Application-understanding why the Lamb purchased us may help us to focus on the response we should have. What should that response be? |
Sun, 3 June 2012
This is lesson 8 in our study of Church History. This week looks at the church in the middle ages. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 27 May 2012
Text: Revelation 4 I. The appearance of the LORD GOD (Father). (vs.3)
A. He is like a jasper stone B. He is like a sardius stone-a sardis stone is a ruby. II. The surrounding of the LORD GOD (Father). (vs.4-8a) A. The rainbow B. The 24 elders C. The lightening and thunder D. The seven Spirits of God E. Sea of glass F. Four living beings III. The Worship of the LORD GOD (Father). (vs.8b-11) A. The Living Ones-notice their worship of the LORD GOD is ceaseless! 1. Holiness 2. Omnipotence (Power)- 3. Eternality B. The 24 Elders- 1. Their Actions-notice the actions of the 24 elders are in response to the words of the four living beings. a. They fall will down b. They will worship c. They will cast their crowns before the throne 2. Their Words |
Sun, 27 May 2012
This is lesson 7 in our study of Church History. This week looks at church leadership. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 20 May 2012
Listen as Joe Dumas gives his inspiring testimony. Joe serves as a Deacon at SRCC and he is also the leader of the praise and worship band. |
Sun, 13 May 2012
Text: Revelation 4; Exodus 14:21 thru chapter 15 As we continue our study of the book of Revelation let us examine what it means to worship by looking back in the Old Testament book of Exodus.
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Sun, 13 May 2012
This is lesson 6 in our study of Church History. In this lesson Mr. Jan Langford discusses the causes and origins of Monasticism and begins a look into the development of the Papal System. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 6 May 2012
Text: Revelation 3:14-22 Setting -the city of Laodicea was a very wealthy city. In fact it was so wealthy that when destroyed by an earthquake in A.D. 60 the people rebuilt the city without the aide of Rome. The city did have a major issue, the water system. The water was piped in from Hierapolis, which was seven miles to the north of Laodicea. By the time the water reached Laodicea it was “lukewarm.” The Lord Jesus uses the picture of lukewarm water to discuss the serious nature of their condition.
I. The Description of the Lord Jesus (vs.14) |
Sun, 6 May 2012
This is lesson 5 in our study of Church History. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 29 April 2012
Text: Revelation 3:7-13 Setting-the city of Philadelphia was located 28 miles southeast of Sardis. It was located in an area that was noted for its agricultural products but afflicted with earthquakes. The city was devastated in A.D. 17, but rebuilt. The city was named for a king of Pergamum, Attalus Philadelphus, who built it. “Philadelphius” is similar to the Greek word Philadelphia, meaning “brotherly love,” which occurs several times in Scripture. (Romans 12:10; I Thes. 4:9; I Peter 1:22; II Peter 1:7)-Roy Zuck
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Sun, 29 April 2012
This is lesson 4 in our study of Church History. The history of the church is filled with persecution and in this lesson Mr. Jan Langford explains the reasons why the church has been hated throughout its history. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 22 April 2012
Text: Revelation 3:1-6 Setting-Sardis was about 30 miles south of Thyatira. Sardis was known for 3 things. The first was being a fortified city. Rock walls were around the city and rose up to as high as several hundred feet. There was one exception, the south side of the city. Secondly, the city was known for the temple Artemis, equaled to the size of the famous temple in Ephesus. The third distinctive feature of Sardis was the necropolis. You could see the “cemetery of a thousand hills” as far as 7 miles away. - John Walvoord |
Sun, 22 April 2012
This is lesson 3 in our study of Church History. Your Instructor again this week is Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 15 April 2012
Listen to Keith Roberson as he speaks on how God has led him to work with SPEAR IM. Keith also gives an update on SPEAR and their ministry. |
Sun, 15 April 2012
Lession 2 in our study of Church History has been delayed due to technical difficulties. We hope to be able to post lesson Two in the future. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation.
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Sun, 8 April 2012
Text: Romans 1:14-16 * Setting - Paul’s desire to be with the Christians in Rome does not overshadow his purpose in writing. The letter to the church of Rome is devoted to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Paul penned the doctrine of salvation for the benefit of the church in Rome. We are benefactors of his writing. His love for the Lord is expressed in numerous ways in the letter; however his language in verses 14-16 clearly point to his love for the gospel and his desire to proclaim it. There was an unmistakable change in Paul’s life as a result of his relationship with the Lord. He makes 3 profound statements: - the word obligated occurs in some translations. Paul clearly reveals his responsibility to proclaim the “good news” to the entire human race. The word translated “barbarians” literally refers to all other human beings from the viewpoint of the Greeks. There was no partiality with the apostle Paul. James 2 makes it clear that there is no room for partiality with Christians. - the word eager means to be prepared or ready. The King James Version reads, “so, as much as is in me is, I am ready to proclaim the gospel. - one of the most potent, penetrating statements in the New Testament. Paul was not the least bit ashamed or embarrassed about the gospel. In fact the Bible clearly points to the exact opposite. He is so committed and unashamed that he refers to it as “his gospel.” (Romans 16:25; II Timothy 2:8) |
Sun, 8 April 2012
This is the first lesson in a series on the history of the Church. The class is taught by Mr. Jan Langford. Some of the Topics to be looked at in this multiweek study include the purpose, beginning and organization of the Church. The beginnings of missions and the opposition to the church. The growth of hierarchialism and denominationalism. The Protestant Reformation. |
Sun, 1 April 2012
Text: Revelation 2:18-29 I. Identity of the Lord Jesus (vs.18) |
Sun, 25 March 2012
Text: Revelation 2:12-17 I. The Identity of the Lord Jesus-His identity revealed in verse 12 clearly points in context to His authority as the judge. |
Sun, 25 March 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. In our final installment at our look at the reliablity of the Bible we look at different translations of the scriptures. |
Sun, 18 March 2012
Text: Ephisians 3:13-21 What is the greatest support we have as believers in Christ? It's the Holy Spirit. In Ephesians 3 we see a prayer of the Apostle Paul.
- we need people to pray for us and that prayer should be for the strength of the Holy Spirit. III. The Benediction (vs. 20) - "He who is able" - God's power in the believer is unlimited and beyond comprehension. - Who deserves the glory?- God, not man no matter their position. |
Sun, 18 March 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. Listen this week as the panel answers questions on a wide range of topics including the Apocrypha, lies in the bible, does evolution have a place in the scriptures and many more. |
Sun, 4 March 2012
Listen to David Carroll of Gospel for Asia |
Sun, 4 March 2012
Listen to Stephen Smith of New Tribes Mission. |
Sun, 26 February 2012
Text: John 17:1-21 What does the Lord want us to do in prayer? We are to "pray without ceasing". Obviously this will require labor so what are some of the areas that Christ prayed for? I. Pray for Protection - (vs.15) Jesus prayed for them to be kept from the evil one. In vs. 20 he expands his request to all believers. II. Pray for Sanctification - (vs.17) "Through your truth" This is the truth of God's word (the Bible) III. Pray for Unity - (vs.21) "that they all may be one". This is the unity of the truth of the gospel and also the unity of having the same eternal destination. |
Sun, 26 February 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week's discussion includes a general overview, the Dead Sea Scrolls, slavery and the Bible, and how did people in the Old Testament live for 700, 800 to even 900 years? |
Sun, 19 February 2012
Text: Revelation 2:8-11 The Message to Smyrna-this letter puts to rest the heresy that “God does not allow those who are His to suffer.” IV. Promise - (vs. 11) the Lord Jesus was so good and gracious to give them the big picture! |
Sun, 19 February 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week's discussion includes a look at the Gospel of Mark. Where did Mark get his information and what impact did the Gospel of Mark have on the other Gospels? Is it possible that there could still be undiscovered books that are inspired and could be added to the cannon today? Can someone who does not speak Hebrew and or Greek trust in English translations of the Bible? How was membership determined for the councils that confirmed the cannon? |
Sun, 12 February 2012
Text: Revelation 2:1-7 I. Jesus’ Praise of Them-(2:2-3, 6) II. Jesus’ Problem with Them-(2:4) III. Jesus’ Prescription for Them-(2:5a) IV. Jesus’ Pronouncement-(2:5b) Judgment. You will lose your witness (presence) as a light if there is no repentance. V. Jesus Promise-(2:7)- “to the one who is victorious, he will eat from the tree of life.” |
Sun, 12 February 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week's discussion includes an look at the Old Testament and its reliablity. A look at additions that have been made to the bible (example: the last part of the book of Mark) and does the apocrypha have any value in the Christian life? |
Sun, 5 February 2012
Text: Revelation 1:12-20 Son of Man –a title that was used in the life and ministry of Jesus. This title was also expressed in Daniel 7:13 in anticipation of the Messiah.
I. The Position of the Lord Jesus-Revelation 1:13 clearly points to the fact that the Son of Man (Jesus) is in the midst of the churches. II. The Picture of the Lord Jesus * He is the High Priest. The long robe and golden sash point to the priesthood as clearly revealed in the Old Testament. (Exodus 28:4; Lev. 16) * He is the Holy One. The blazing white is a picture of the Purity or the Holiness of the Lord. The Bible clearly reveals His Holiness. (Is. 6; I Peter 1:13; Rev. 4) * He Sees Everything. Nothing is hidden from the One in the midst of the church. The author of Hebrews says, “all things are open and laid bare to the eyes of Him with whom we have to do.” (Heb. 4:13) * He is the Judge. John’s gospel records that “He (the Father) has given all judgment to the Son.” (John 5:22; II Cor. 5:9-10; Rev. 2:18) * His voice is Powerful. Those belonging to the Lord know His voice. (John 5:25-29; John 10:27) * He is Sovereign over His church. The right hand pictures His control over the church. (Rev. 2:1) * He is the Protector of the church. Revelation clearly conveys this truth. (2:16; 19:15) * He is Brilliant/Glorious in Appearance. John equates looking at His face to the sun shining in its brilliance/strength. III. His Response to the Lord- John’s response is no different than any who have been confronted with the glory of the Lord. (Is 6. Acts 9) |
Sun, 5 February 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week's discussion includes some suggested study helps, the role, if any, that councils played in determining the books included in the cannon and how we can trust the writings of the Apostle Paul. |
Sun, 29 January 2012
Text: Matthew 5:14-16 What is our responsibility as a Christian? I. The Fact - We are the Light of the World II. The Action - Let your light shine before men III. The Reason - So that the world may see your good works and glorify your father |
Sun, 29 January 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week's discussion includes a look at what's being taught in many colleges today; who decided that the cannon is now closed and does the Bible need to be 100% accurate? |
Sun, 22 January 2012
Text: Revelation 1:4-8 There is a strong need for encouragement in the lives of Christians daily. The Christian life is filled with significant challenges, hurts, and trials. We need to think in terms of the greatest way to encourage those who are hurting. As we turn in our Bibles to Revelation 1, we will see clearly that John encourages these churches that were facing persecution through a greeting, a doxology and a promise. |
Sun, 22 January 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week we will look at Inspiration and answering questions on the actual writing down of the very words of the Bible. We investigate the different theories on inspiration and go into Verbal-plenary which is what most conservative believers adhere to. |
Sun, 15 January 2012
Text: Revelation 1:1-3;19 Definition-the word “Revelation” means to unveil, disclose, or to reveal. Simply said this letter is the unveiling of Jesus Christ.
I. Unveiling
Section 1-John’s Vision of Jesus Christ (1:9-16) Vivid/Powerful Section 2-Messages from Jesus Christ to His bond-slaves (2-3) Loving/Pointed Section 3-Events Prior to Jesus Second Coming (4-18) Worship/Judgment
Section 4-The Second Coming of Jesus Christ (19) Blazing Glory Section 5-The Millennial Reign of Jesus Christ/Great White Throne Judgment (20) Section 6-The Eternal State with Jesus Christ (21-22) II. Blessing
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Sun, 15 January 2012
Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today? Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is. This week we look at a general overview of how we got the Bible (Revelation,Inspiration,Illumination and Application) and a summary of General and Special Revelation. |
Sun, 8 January 2012
Text: Acts 2:42 What are you committed to as an individual member of Christ's Body (the Church)? How are we at SRCC working for the Lord? What does the world see when it looks at the church today?
The practice of the early church consisted of: I. They were committed learners - the teachings. II. They were committed to fellowship. III. They were an obedient Church. IV. They were an dependent Church. V. They were a reverent/God fearing Church. VI. They were an influential Church. |
Sun, 1 January 2012
Text: I Corinthians 12:1 How did you do in reading the word of God last year? How about your study time? How about meditating on the word? How was your prayer life? No matter how you answered these questions there is always room for improvement.
In I Cor. 12 we see the role of Spiritual gifts in serving the Lord. Are some gifts more important than others? Are some more honorable than others? All the gifts are needed and they work together.
How are you serving the people in the church?
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