Regardless of any setback, either individually or regarding the church, we have to set our minds towards completing the task of finishing the work and continuing to grow in grace and knowledge.
This sermon looks at the tools provided by God to achieve that.
It can be tempting when there is an important issue to say that we would like to cast a vote in favour of a very important principle or issue. But it is a temptation that we must totally resist. This message gives many reasons why we, as true Christians, simply cannot vote or support political parties.
We know the 10 Commandments and we know what God commands us to do. But are we consistent in DOING them? It takes effort to stay consistent for Christ also says that we are blessed if we DO them.
We read in the book of Revelation that during the Great Tribulation, some Church members will receive God’s protection from Satan’s persecution in a place of safety, while other Church members will not receive such protection. How can this be when these Church members “keep the commandments of God” and “have the testimony of Jesus Christ”?
God expects us to be holy as He is holy. Being holy involves us living by His laws and statutes, and included in them are His laws on clean and unclean animals. Obeying these laws, including His dietary laws, helps us to be His special treasure.
Christ gives us many examples throughout the New Testament that shows us how important our relationship with God is. Second to this relationship is our relationship with our fellow people and Christians. What does the Bible tell us in regards to how we are to grow in understanding and how to have the best relationships possible?
Most of us face financial challenges and decisions perhaps several times in our lifetime. If we have retirement funds we understand the concept of earning a good return on the money we invest. In this Offertory message we will consider that the greatest return we can ever realize is that of eternal life through Jesus Christ. We will consider several relevant scriptures that will help make this very clear.
The very fact that God expects and commands that we overcome sin should tell us that it is possible! We can’t do it alone, but we aren’t alone if we serve God!
NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 27, 2024: Why do we keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread? An underlying lesson is that we must be separate from the world in which we live—a world of disobedience and sin. But there is more involved for us to understand in this regard.
NOTE: THE DATE IN THE SERMON SHOULD BE APRIL 27, 2024: The process of Christian conversion changes the way that we understand life. Conversion places life in the context of God’s purpose, causing us to see our own lives through His perspective. When taken to heart, this process changes everything, guiding us to confidently improve our way of life.
