Susquehanna Valley Baptist Church: Recent Episodes
Adam and Christ are two pictures of manhood. One man followed the flesh to ruin, and the other dutifully followed the Spirit to glory. To hear the sermon in its entirety, please visit https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/svbcpa/sermons/621261842155737/
The natural way of man is never in agreement with God or His will. We cannot live according to our own desires and please God. To hear the whole sermon, please visit https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/svbcpa/sermons/621261842155737/
We easily recognize that America has a need for righteousness in this land. As the people continue to drift farther from God, we question whether there is any real hope for America. In Christ, there is always hope for American people to return to God. It is our responsibility to share this hope with the American people.
The Lamb of God's worthiness absolutely requires worship. He alone is worthy of such worship for He has brought about the salvation of all who believe.
The hope of this world is so trivial in comparison to the hope that believers have in the eternal and omnipotent God. Ultimately, true confidence and hope in God comes from trusting in the unchanging Lord who hears and answers prayers made within the scope of His revealed will.
The world's view of manhood is crooked and corrupt. What is true manhood to look like? The Bible lists two characteristics of manhood as love and sacrifice. To hear the entire sermon, please visit https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/svbcpa/sermons/621261842155737/
The flesh is always at war with the Spirit, and the two can never be agreed. This is inherently important in a father's life. Will he lead the home to follow the Spirit of God, or will he follow his flesh and lead his home to ruin? To hear the entire sermon, please visit https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/svbcpa/sermons/621261842155737/
True manhood is defined not by cultural stereotypes of power or dominance, but by Christ-like character, obedience, self-sacrifice, love, and spiritual leadership.
Chastening is not punishment for sin but a training process aimed at shaping character, fostering endurance, and deepening dependence on God.
Jesus Christ is given several titles here in Revelation. He is the Lion, the Lamb, and the Limb (Root). He alone is worthy to open the seven-sealed book.
The Millennial kingdom, following the tribulation, will be a literal, thousand-year reign of Christ with a resurrected, sinless people, including both glorified saints and surviving believers, all living in peace and abundance under divine rule.
Our culture is a self-centered culture that prioritizes security, significance, and satisfaction through worldly means, contrasting it with the biblical model exemplified in Christ and Paul. We as believers need to reject the broken values of a sinful world and embrace the eternal, finding fulfillment not in self but in our Savior and the Word of God.
True hope is not mere wishful thinking, but a confident expectation grounded in God's immutability, omniscience, and faithfulness. Qualities that make His promises certain.
Who is worthy to open the seven-sealed book? What is the book? It seems evident that the book contains the will of God and it is only for the Son of God, the Lamb, to read.
The goal of God's chastening is always greater sanctification and holiness in the life of His children. If we are going to glorify God and live a Christ-like life, we must be chastened by our loving Heavenly Father.
God is neither indifferent towards His children, nor is He capricious and violent in His handling of His children. Rather His chastening hand is farther evidence of His great mercy and care that He as our Heavenly Father shows towards us.
As believers, because we have Christ, we have happiness! Our hope is in the Lord and not earthly things. We can hope in God because of his immutable character.
The Bible doctrine of separation is built on God's holiness. To understand the need for separation one must understand the greatness of God's holiness.
La religion peut avoir des attributs positifs, mais aucune religion n'a le pouvoir de sauver une âme. Il y a de bonnes personnes qui ont une religion mais qui ne sont pas en chemin vers le ciel. C'est seulement par Jésus-Christ que nous pouvons avoir la vie éternelle.
A religião pode ter atributos positivos, mas nenhuma religião tem a capacidade de salvar uma alma. Há pessoas boas que têm uma religião, mas não estão a caminho do céu. Somente através de Jesus Cristo podemos ter vida eterna.
धर्म में सकारात्मक गुण हो सकते हैं, परन्तु किसी भी धर्म में आत्मा को बचाने की क्षमता नहीं है। ऐसे अच्छे लोग हैं जिनका कोई धर्म है, परन्तु वे स्वर्ग के मार्ग पर नहीं हैं। केवल यीशु मसीह के द्वारा ही हम अनन्त जीवन पा सकते हैं।
Религия может иметь положительные качества, но ни одна религия не способна спасти душу. Есть хорошие люди, которые исповедуют религию, но не идут на небо. Только через Иисуса Христа мы можем иметь вечную жизнь.
La religión puede tener atributos positivos, pero ninguna religión tiene la capacidad de salvar un alma. Hay personas buenas que tienen una religión pero no van camino al cielo. Solo a través de Jesucristo podemos tener vida eterna.
Tôn giáo có thể có những đặc điểm tích cực, nhưng không tôn giáo nào có khả năng cứu rỗi linh hồn. Có những người tốt theo một tôn giáo nhưng không trên đường đến thiên đàng. Chỉ qua Chúa Giê-su Christ chúng ta mới có thể có sự sống đời đời.
True happiness and enduring hope are not found in temporal possessions or human achievements, but in placing one's hope entirely in the Lord God. A God who is faithful, unchanging, and cares deeply about our lives and how we live them.
The four beasts of Revelation 4 represent the four gospels and how they represent Jesus Christ. He is shown as a King, a Servant, the Son of Man, and the Son of God.
Before the throne of God, there are twenty-four elders and four beasts. Who are these elders and beasts?
The rapture will occur in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye. After this, the believer will find himself at the Judgment Seat of Christ where rewards will be given out for what we have done with what Christ has given us.
Biblical Fasting is an individual choice that seeks to subdue the flesh for the purpose of surrender to God. Our flesh is the greatest adversary we have to this endeavor. But Biblical Fasting is a wonderful tool that aids in decreasing the pull of the flesh so that our spiritual man my increase.
As we move into the Tribulation period, the Holy Spirit makes a transition from earth to glory. With the Holy Spirit gone, the Antichrist can reign without resistance.
Motherhood is a time of great hope and joy, but it can also be a time of great heartache. In the midst of such heartache, it is vital that we return to God, the Shepherd and Bishop of our souls, and remember the truths and promises of His Word.
The love of money brings many things into the life of the one afflicted by it. It brings destruction, discouragement, and doubts, but it will never bring peace. Money is fleeting, but God never changes. Through Him, peace can be had no matter the financial state you find yourself in.
A philosophy of failure is to live life without a king and doing that which is right in your own eyes.
The love of money is a corrupting force that destroys ones spiritual productivity. It fosters a desire for the temporal and a disgust for the eternal that wrecks one's walk with God.
How does one conquer the ever-present danger of bitterness? It will require committing to obedience, a crying unto God, a choosing to forgive, a cautioning of self, and considering God's promises.
What is a Biblical fast? Are there specific requirements to fasting? There are distinctions to the discipline of fasting. But in general, fasting is a denying for a duration those things God has given us to enjoy.
Fasting in the Bible varies widely in length, from a single meal to forty days, yet consistently reflects a heart surrendered to God. The essence of fasting lies not in the length or type of abstinence, but in the posture of the heart and the purpose of drawing near to God.
The perilous danger of the love of money, is not mere possession but as a spiritual condition that distorts priorities, undermines integrity, and leads to spiritual blindness and complacency.
Bitterness is a pervasive and destructive sin that undermines the Christian life. Bitterness, though often disguised as justified hurt, is a spiritual malady that corrupts fellowship with God, damages relationships, distorts thinking, and leads to harsh emotions like wrath, anger, and slander. As Naomi dealt with bitterness, she also failed to recognize the blessings in her life.
The lives of Saul, David, and Solomon give us an example of what God wants out of His children. He wants their head, their heart, and their hands for His use.
Le salut est un choix personnel. Il requiert une persuasion pratique et une profession personnelle. Sans quoi, une personne ne peut être sauvée.
Sự cứu rỗi là một sự lựa chọn cá nhân. Điều đó đòi hỏi một sự thuyết phục thực hành và một sự xưng nhận cá nhân. Không có những điều này, một người không thể được cứu.
La salvación es una elección personal. Requiere una persuasión práctica y una profesión personal. Sin lo cual, una persona no puede ser salva.
Спасение – это личный выбор. Оно требует практического убеждения и личного исповедания. Без этого человек не может быть спасен.
उद्धार एक व्यक्तिगत चुनाव है। इसके लिए एक व्यावहारिक प्रेरणा और एक व्यक्तिगत अंगीकार की आवश्यकता है। इनके बिना, कोई व्यक्ति बचाया नहीं जा सकता।
Bitterness is capable of being present in any believer's life. It doesn't require much for it to grow and take hold on the heart. But the believer can have victory over bitterness by recognizing the goodness of God and dwelling in His promises.
The love of money is the root of all kinds of evil; believers are to reject greed, pursue godliness, contentment, and righteousness. True wealth lies in spiritual priorities, not worldly gain. Wealth is a gift from God to be stewarded wisely, not hoarded or used for selfish gain.
The church of the Laodiceans were in the last stages of apostasy. They desired to follow the ways of man and the ways of God. In doing so, they brought about the ire of the Lord upon themselves. In Revelation 3, they are rebuked. If they fail to repent, they will be no longer.
Throughout the annals of Scripture, there are multiple times when fasting is mentioned, even enjoined. These times of fasting were for different reasons, but they all hold a lesson for us today as we seek to know and understand the Biblical viewpoint of fasting.
Apostasy was the mark of the church of Laodicea. They needed the swift rebuke of the Lord lest they continue their decline into rebellion to God.
The biblical practice of fasting is not a legalistic requirement, but a profound act of self-denial rooted in spiritual discipline and alignment with God. Fasting, paired with watchful prayer, reflects a deep commitment to godly service amid trials and burdens, countering the world's self-centered values.
Bitterness, can corrode relationships, hinder spiritual growth, and undermine the work of God. And it is not God's will for us to have bitterness in our lives. The remedy is not mere willpower, but the active, Spirit enabled rejection of bitterness through faith in God's justice, sovereignty, and provision. Forgiving and setting aside the hurt, to pursue holiness.
While Biblical Fasting has its rightful place in the disciplines of a believer, it must remain in its proper Biblical context. It is an individual choice, wholly voluntary, that seeks to subdue the flesh for the purpose of surrender to God.
No matter what is going on around us, God is always faithful and true. Believers cannot be swayed by popular opinion or the present culture. They must remain fixed upon God and His Word.
The cross that Christ bore was not easy, nor was it enjoyable. He suffered immensely so that you and I might have salvation from the just penalty for our sins. Jesus, and Jesus alone, was able to go through the pain and suffering that He endured. Praise be to God for His great love!
The church of Philadelphia was at a crossroads. Would they go forward with the Gospel, or would they fall into apostasy? It is vital to be seeking after God and going where He calls us to go.
The local church is the birthplace of all missions activities. Yet, the church cannot accomplish God's full purpose if not all the members are fulfilling their duties. One must take the small steps of faith in obedience to God, so that He can use both them and the local church to accomplish great things on His behalf.
What we have in this life is very little, but God takes a little and does a lot with it. The key to the believer's life is total surrender to God. It requires laying your life on the line and going all in for Him.
Death is inevitable and judgment follows, yet the rich man's tormented plea in Luke 16, reveals a startling concern for his unsaved brothers. Prioritizing their salvation over his own suffering. Though unregenerate, his continuous cry for someone to warn his family underscores a profound spiritual insight. Often prayer and concern focus on personal needs rather than the desperate spiritual condition of others, urging a renewed urgency to share the gospel before it is too late.
There are four vital ways believers today can support global missions. By embracing the responsibility of service. Cultivating sympathy through prayer and correspondence. Offering supplication in persistent intercession and providing tangible support through financial stewardship and practical care.
The church of Philadelphia had many strong qualities despite their little strength. They had held fast in the midst of trials and had continued to promote the Word of God to the world.
Our life is an investment we will make for eternity. Therefore, we must take care to invest it for the Lord. It is easy for us as sinners to chase after the things of this world, but they are fruitless. Let us use this opportunity of life to invest for eternal rewards.
In the local church, there are two duties concerning missions. We are to send, and we are to go. Neither sending nor going is more important than the other. Each one is necessary for the successful propagation of the Gospel.
God has required two things of believers when it comes to missions. We must send, and we must go. The harvest demands us do both. If we do, we will be able to behold trophies of God's grace.
God has given believers the great ministry of distributing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Do we find ourselves too accustomed to the Gospel that we don't recognize its greatness, its power, or its working? We must continually stay amazed at the greatness of what God has done so that all men might be saved.
There are countless souls in this world who have never heard the gospel. They, like the man at the pool of Bethesda, cry out, "I have no man." Who will be the man that will step up and take the Gospel to the condemned of Adam's race?
The church at Sardis was alive in that it was present in body, but it was dead in its actions. Our faith is shown in our actions, not simply our words.
There is only one thing that can transform the life of a sinner and that is the gospel of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is a sure light. From the events of Acts 16 to the present, He has not changed. The gospel has not changed, and it never will. Hope will only be found in the light which is Christ.
Sin always brings judgment to those committing it. For believers, salvation is guaranteed us by God. Yet, there is still judgment for the believer and that is shown in the church at Thyatira which had failed to prevent the woman Jezebel from teaching false doctrine.
Genuine spiritual direction is marked by a life of moral integrity, consistent prayer, obedience to God's will, diligent study of Scripture, faithful evangelism, generous giving, and active service in God's kingdom. The Spirit guides believers to pray according to God's will, not their own desires, and empowers them through the illumination and renewal of Scripture.
The biblical view of fasting is not a mandatory religious obligation, but a voluntary practice rooted in devotion rather than ritual. Acts 13 and Colossians 2, argues that true spiritual completeness comes not through external disciplines like Lent, whose origins are traced to post-apostolic Catholic tradition, but through being 'complete in Christ,' whose fullness dwells bodily in Him.
The church of Thyatira had done many good works, but they had failed to protect themselves from false doctrine. Rather than resist the false doctrine of the woman Jezebel, they had accepted it and become a sensual church.
Jesus's victory over sin, death and the world, is not merely spiritual but bodily, culminating in the resurrection of the dead and the transformation of believers into incorruptible, immortal beings, rendering death's sting powerless. As Christians, we need to embody this hope through steadfastness, immovability, and abounding in service, resisting cultural pressures, doctrinal compromise, and weariness by anchoring our identity in Christ's finished work and the sustaining fellowship of the church.
Being led by the Spirit of God is rooted in the believer's identity as a child of God. The Scriptures give us several motivations for seeking to be led by the Spirit of God, but in the end, it is our decision.
One of the identifications of the overcomer in Christ is ones love for God. This love is not words or feelings. It is actions that show our obedience to the command to God to love Him.
The Biblical teaching about the coming judgment should provide a positive motivation for the life of each saint. The Great White Throne Judgment, though not involving believers, provides the believers with many motivations for this life.
False doctrine and false teachers have always been present in New Testament churches. It is vital that believers know the Word of God so that they do not fall into the snares of such iniquity.
God, through Christ, has given us all that we need to overcome the obstacles we have in this present life. We are assured that we will suffer throughout life and have great needs. Yet, through it all, we can be victorious through Jesus Christ.
The church at Pergamos had endured much, but they had fallen into the snares of false doctrine and worldliness. The message given to them is a rebuke of their worldliness and a call to repentance.
Though we most often speak of the Lamb's book of life, there are actually several books that are dealt with in Revelation 20. These books show forth the marvelous greatness of our God in His holiness, His faithfulness, and His power.
Unbelievers have a day of ultimate reckoning that is coming to them. This judgment, referred to as the Great White Throne Judgment will be a day of great agony for all who have not believed God. Regardless of one's status, fame, or popularity, each unbeliever will come face to face with God's might and His majesty. They will forever be regretting the decisions they made on this earth.
The overcomers referenced here in Revelation are believers who have gained the victory through Christ. The message given to them is to remain faithful in Christ and in His Word.
Though the flesh remains weak and prone to failure, the believer's position in Christ ensures ultimate victory, grounded in the resurrection, the cross, and the promise that nothing can separate them from God's love.
To be led in the Spirit is to be decisive in submission to Him. It is making the decision to put the dictates of God above one's own personal preferences.
The church at Smyrna suffered intense persecution for their preaching of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In the midst of such persecution, God offers great peace and rest.
What is the major focus of your love? Is your love focused on earthly objects, or is it focused upon the Lord? When Christ is the priority of our love, the rest will fall into the proper order behind Him.
The church at Ephesus had good qualities. But they had forgotten their first love - their love for God. This is the only problem mentioned in the church, but it was a problem of gigantic proportions that would lead to its ugly demise.
We as Christians have many regrets in our lives and perilous times often come. But we can put our trust in God who is our hope and security.
God no longer uses visions to reveal His will to mankind. But throughout the Word of God, God did give visions to holy men of God. Today, He speaks through His Word.
El gozo que perdura no está arraigado en nuestras circunstancias. Más bien, se fundamenta en una relación personal y continua con Dios. Ni el éxito personal ni los deseos cumplidos jamás traerán gozo a nuestras vidas. No, nuestro gozo proviene de nuestro andar con Dios, impulsado por la fe.
Believers from both the New Testament era and the tribulation period—particularly 144,000 Jewish evangelists and surviving Gentile believers—will reign with Christ, their faith demonstrated through sacrificial works during the final days of earthly turmoil.
Knowing and doing God's will begins with spiritual rebirth, as affirmed in John 3, and is sustained through a life marked by gratitude, sanctification, submission, growth, and even suffering.
What produces your happiness? Is it the things of this world? If so, your life will not be one of great spiritual productivity. True happiness can only come through Jesus Christ and living one's life for the glory of God.
The sermon establishes the theological foundation of the believer's priesthood by tracing the concept of the firstborn from Old Testament figures like Jacob and Joseph to the New Testament reality of Christ as the firstborn among many brethren, emphasizing His preeminence and the inheritance of all believers. It highlights how God initially designated the firstborn sons of Israel as priests, later transferring that role to the Levites as a foreshadowing of the universal priesthood of all believers in Christ. Through passages in Romans, Colossians, and Hebrews, the message affirms that believers are joint heirs with Christ, sharing in His kingship and priestly authority, particularly in the millennial reign, where the last shall be first. The parable of the laborers in the vineyard illustrates divine grace and equity in salvation, affirming that all who come to Christ, regardless of when they believe, receive the same eternal inheritance. Ultimately, the sermon calls the church to embrace its priestly identity with responsibility, to stand in the gap against spiritual compromise, and to live in faithful stewardship of the divine calling.
Christmas is a time of great joy for believers. Why? Because it marks the time that Jesus was made flesh in order to be the sacrifice for our sins. Without His miraculous incarnation, there is no miraculous salvation.
Il incombe au croyant de connaître la volonté de Dieu pour sa vie. Un manquement à cela témoigne d'un manque de sagesse dans sa vie. À quoi ressemble une personne qui accomplit la volonté de Dieu? Premièrement, elle vit une vie nouvelle.
Great joy is available to the believer through Jesus Christ. This joy is not fleeting but continual. This joy is made possible by the incarnation of Jesus Christ. Without His coming to earth, salvation would have been impossible. But because He came, lived, died, and was raised again, we can have eternal life with God the Father.
Es responsabilidad del creyente conocer la voluntad de Dios para su vida. El no hacerlo es evidencia de una falta de sabiduría en su vida. ¿Cómo se ve una persona que cumple la voluntad de Dios? Primero, está viviendo una vida nueva.
Because of God's faithfulness to keep His promises, believers have no need to be consumed by anxiety about the future. Yet, we still should know what the Bible speaks of concerning the last days. In this lesson, we delve into the judgments of God specifically given in Matthew 25.
As Peter warns of false teachers, he uses the example of Balaam from Numbers. The way of Balaam is to make a market of spiritual things. He sought to use spiritual things for earthly gain. Peter warns against this type of false teaching.
There are some things that we can not definitively say "This is the will of God." But in the area of raising children in the Word of God, we know that it is the Will of God to teach them the Word of God early, often, and continuously.
We can know false teachers by their walk, their will, their pursuit of wealth, and their women. Rather than walking in the Spirit, they will be walking according to their flesh, and it shows in every area of their life.
Hope and lasting change do not originate from worldly sources like politics or economics, but from a steadfast faith in Christ. Justification by grace through faith, true righteousness comes not from good works or affiliations, but from a personal relationship with Jesus.
It is not only God's desire, but it is God's plan for parents to teach their children the ways of God. This training does not just happen at family devotions, but it takes place throughout the day and wherever opportunity is given to bring glory to God.
True righteousness is not earned through human effort or adherence to the law, but rather received as a free gift through faith in Christ, enabling believers to live a life worthy of their calling and reflecting God's grace.
If one is going to overcome sin, he must not be in conflict with God. Those in conflict with God have several characteristics. Chief of these is the characteristic of pride.
Peter is giving us some examples of false teachers from the Old Testament. Why? So we can learn from them and be diligent in watching for false teachers in our day.
In the last few months, the United States has been rocked by tragedy. From the assassinations of Melissa Hortman and Charlie Kirk to the Mystic Camp Flood in Texas to the Catholic school shooting in Minneapolis, this nation has been shocked. What is to be the believer's response to these tragedies? The Lord has given us His Word and in it we will find the proper way to respond to the most tragic of circumstances that we encounter in this life.
God has given believers the life of Christ as the example of how they are to live their lives. In His goodness, God is not like our human teachers in that they can only be with us part of the time. Through the Holy Spirit that dwells within every believer, we have God with us at all times.
To whom is the invitation of the gospel given? Some would say that it is only for a few, but the Scriptures could not be clearer on the subject. The invitation for salvation is for all men; none are excluded. It requires repentance and belief for a person to receive this most wonderful gift.
It is a necessity within our local churches to be vigilant for false teachers. We can recognize false teachers by their worship, their ways, and their words.
One of the amazing things about God is that He uses flawed men and women to accomplish his purposes. He doesn't need us, but he uses the little that we have to bring honor and glory to His name. Are we willing to yield to Him and allow Him to use us in His service.
The sermon centers around identifying the believer's identity. The believer's identity is not found in external religious rituals or legalistic works, but in a transformative, inward relationship with Christ.
We must recognize the importance of standing firm in biblical truth amidst spiritual compromise and theological apostasy. This is done by standing firm on the Word of God. Ultimately, believers need to grow in their knowledge of Christ in order to guard against false teachings.
The sermon explores the experience of discouragement through the life of Elijah, highlighting how even mighty figures of faith can be overwhelmed by fear and despair.
It is in times of suffering that believers have the greatest opportunity to be like Jesus Christ. After all, it was Christ who suffered the worst so that we might have eternal life with Him.
Continuing despite difficulty is a hallmark trait of men and women of God throughout the scriptures. Far too often difficulty handicaps the believer when God's desire is that would do even in difficulty.
Failing to make and keep Godly friends can cause serious problems in our lives. As God brings righteous individuals into our lives, we must aim to nurture and sustain these relationships while striving to maintain God's standards of friendship.
Every believer likes the thought of victory over sin in their lives, but few are willing to do what it takes to have complete victory. What does it take? It takes a continual yielding of oneself to the Holy Spirit for one to have total victory in their lives.
Humanity knows they have need of a Savior, and they seek a variety of ways to gain this salvation. Some seek salvation in politics, healthcare, or moral discipline. Yet, it is only the gospel of Christ that brings salvation from sin and eternal life with Christ.
Today, there is a critical need for consistent remembrance of truth amidst spiritual compromise and theological apostasy. Drawing from Ezekiel's call to "make up the hedge," and Peter's exhortations in 2 Peter 1, the message underscores the human tendency toward forgetfulness and blindness, urging listeners to actively stir up their memories and endure with steadfast faith. Through scriptural examples, we see the importance of continual reminders to maintain an established and enduring connection to God's truth, resisting the allure of fleeting experiences and false doctrines.
A great majority of youth in our churches lack wisdom simply because it isn't a priority to them. Wisdom is not on their bucket list to gain. But it is shown in the Word of God and in the life of Jesus Christ, that any youth who has a relationship with God can be wise. Wisdom should be the pursuit of every believer, but especially of the youth.
For those who desire to go above and beyond to seek Christ, it is important to count the cost. In the world's eyes, the believer who gives up his worldly ambitions and achievements is throwing his talents and future away. They are wrong. For truly the future of such a believer is brighter than it ever was before.
The Word of God is so much more than a book. It is the basis for all that we do, and it contains the promises of God that lead us along.
It is in our youth that we must remember the Providence of Almighty God. We must not let anxiety, doubt, and fear disconnect us from God's plan for this life. Rather, we must submit our thoughts and actions unto God.
Why does a believer struggle to overcome sin in a decisive fashion? There are several factors, but they all come down to having a different pursuit than God.
Religion can have positive attributes, but no religion has the ability to save a soul. There are good people that have a religion but are not on their way to heaven. Only through Jesus Christ can we have eternal life.
The sermon centers on the Christian life as a disciplined, ongoing race toward spiritual maturity, anchored in Philippians 3:10–14, where Paul emphasizes pressing forward toward the 'mark' of Christ's likeness, not for perfection but for the transformative work God has initiated in every believer. It highlights the necessity of a 'racing mind'—a mindset of relentless pursuit.
The message calls believers to guard their hearts and minds through Christ, and to deliberately meditate on what is true, honest, just, pure, lovely. This biblical order—thinking biblically, acting accordingly, and then experiencing the presence of the God of peace—stands in contrast to the world's pattern of feeling first, then acting, which leads to regret.
Every believer has the need to lay aside weights and sin, looking to Jesus as the author and finisher of faith, and diligently working to share the Gospel. We must beware of spiritual blindness, short-sightedness, and forgetfulness. Rather, we must remain steadfast in our faith and actively participate in the work of spreading the Gospel, thereby fulfilling their calling and standing firm until Christ's return.
The central purpose of the Local New Testament Church must be the glorification of God. This is the church's first responsibility, and it must also be its primary pursuit. When the glory of God is first in the church, all other duties of the church will be done according to God's way.
Some may choose the NIV for its ease of reading or other reasons. But what are you missing? The NIV has manipulated an already faulty text in order to be politically correct. We use the KJV because it is the closest English version we have to the original manuscripts.
Through Christ, the believer can have decisive victories requires having the same interest as God and having the same process as God.
Paul could honestly say to the Romans that he was not ashamed of the Gospel because he made the Gospel his top priority. Believers can say they are not ashamed of the Gospel, but does their life show it?
This message highlights the real-life conflict between two faithful women. The passage unfolds a practical theology of reconciliation: as they are urged to be of the same mind in the Lord, not by human effort, but by yielding to Christ's humility, servanthood, and obedience.
The sermon emphasizes the importance of dynamic maturity in the Christian life, urging believers to actively cultivate virtues, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity to foster a flourishing faith. Drawing from 2 Peter 1, true growth stems from diligent engagement with Scripture and a commitment to enduring trials which ultimately leading to a life that reflects God's character and bears fruit.
When the trials of life swirl around us, we can follow the Word of God to where God, our Master, desires us to go. A pursuit of Christ by means of the Word of God will carry us through the trials of suffering that will come as we seek to serve God.
The ESV is widely popular among Christian circles in our day. But, is it the Word of God? Learn some of the history behind the ESV and why it is not the Word of God.
Ministry must begin with service. It is natural for us to exalt ourselves over Christ and His will. Hence, the necessity to have spiritual maturity before service. Otherwise, we are seeking to serve God in our own sinful flesh.
It is the desire of every believer to live a life honoring to God and free from sin. However, we are still living in a fleshly body which means that we will not be sinless. Through Christ, we are able to grow in sanctification and have victory over our sin. O! for the day that we will be with Christ and have no more sin!
Believers possess a power through Christ that far exceeds any demonic influence. This power is rooted in the indwelling Spirit of God and obedience to His Word. Many today talk of spiritual warfare and demon possession as if it is the same thing. Through Christ, the believer will never be possessed by demons.
The reason that most believers do not want to fight the battle and press forward in their Christian life is that they do not want to. However, God has done so much for us, we ought to press forward for Him and live the life He has for us.
One of the greatest characteristics of God is that He is eternal. What does this mean for us today?
Sanctification... another big word that carries big truths. Christ made a great sacrifice that you and I could be set apart unto God. Drawing from Hebrews 10, the message emphasizes that while believers are positionally set apart through Christ, practical sanctification requires a continual purging of sin through the Word and the work of the Holy Spirit, ultimately preparing them for service and aligning their lives with God's will.
Ye must be born again! Jesus told Nicodemus. Our savior portrayed the salvation of an individual as a birth. Just as you were born and grow up into physical maturity, the spiritual birth of on individual has just as real results.
The sermon emphasizes a literal interpretation of Genesis, asserting that God created the earth and its inhabitants in six literal days approximately 6,000 years ago, rejecting evolutionary and theistic evolutionary perspectives. It contends that creation reveals God's power, majesty, and eternal nature, while also demonstrating humanity's purpose to bring glory to God and highlighting the importance of truth and the rejection of naturalistic explanations for the universe's origins. Ultimately, the message underscores the biblical authority as the ultimate source of knowledge and affirms the existence of a purposeful, designed creation reflecting God's character and plan.
There are many versions that of the Bible that exist in our day and age. How does one know which one is the right one to use?
What the church does for Christ is foolishness to the world. It will never make sense to a materialistic world why believers give up the world to serve Christ, but Christ gave up so much greater for the believer.
Some will claim that the New King James Version is simply a modernization of the King James. This claim is easily refuted when one looks at the underlying texts and the over 100,000 differences between the two Bibles. The NKJV is an inaccurate Bible that directly contradicts God and His ability to preserve His Word for all generations.
God's creation exposes to all people the greatness and power of Almighty God. There is no other theory or theology that can account for the intricacies of the earth and its inhabitants. God truly is to be praised for his magnificent creation.
When Jesus comes into our life, we are changed, we are different, and we have different desires. We will have a passion for believers. It may take major change in our lives, but as believers we ought to strive to be more like Christ.
We serve the Lord in many different ways, but one of the most obvious ways is with our attitude. A Christ-like attitude of service, following his stellar example, is the will of God for every believer.
The sermon explores the doctrine of justification through the example of Abraham, emphasizing that righteousness comes not from works or merit but through faith in God. Drawing from Romans chapter 4, the message demonstrates that justification is indeed by faith.
God set apart His church from the world and from Israel. It is unique and distinct from both. How dare we seek to tear down this God-given distinction.
God took our brokenness and made us new, he does not want us to be the best version of ourselves, but to be like Christ. He wants us to walk in holiness as redeemed children of God. He wants us to purify our lives and especially our mind. The endowment of a sound mind brings a desire for purity.
Service follows salvation, sanctification, and submission. The order is importance. One method of serving the Lord is by ministering to other believers. This is exemplified by the pastor of the local church.
It is incredibly hard to describe what the church means to Christ. His love for His church is far greater than anything we can comprehend. His love is shown by what He has done for the church.
In this message we see three selfless men: Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus. Ultimately, the message challenges us to examine our own willingness to hazard comfort, choices, and change in pursuit of a life dedicated to serving God and others, mirroring the example of these devoted individuals.
Hannah recognized the great truth that God is almighty. It was He alone who could answer her prayer. Rather than be tepid, she sought him with her whole being, all the while realizing that it was up to Him alone to answer her prayer.
The King James Version went through many editions over its first 150 years. These editions were caused by printer errors and not translation errors. It is interesting to note that there are two English texts in use today. The history of the King James truly is amazing.
The world is full of wars and strife. Peace is sought, but it is not found outside of Christ. There is coming the day when there will be total peace in the world. But this peace will only be available to believers in Jesus Christ.
Trials are not strange to this Christian life. They are common in our lives because we are living in a sinful world. The reason for many trials is our sanctification. The important thing is how we live through the trials.
What made Absalom's death different than his other brothers? This young man had been given all he needed to excel for God, but he chose to throw it away in order to please himself.
The translators of the King James Version took their work quite seriously and were very diligent in their translation work. In the end, they produced a work of absolute genius. There is no other translation that comes close to either the accuracy or the eloquence of the King James Version.
Is there anything that can separate us from the love of God? As seen in Romans 8, there is absolutely nothing that can separate us. This is such a wonderful promise to latch a hold of in this life.
God wants you, in this life to live through Him, by Him and for Him. Much like you will one day in heaven. What direction are you headed? What is the direction of your life?
Serving Christ is of utmost urgency in the Christian life because the end is near. The rapture is imminent. Our time is short, therefore we must serve Him now. One of the utmost ways we serve God is through stewarding what He has given us to glorify him.
To the parent, the soul of the child must carry much more weight than their worldly accomplishments. If this is not so, priorities must be assessed to meet God's standards.
In order to serve God appropriately, we must think right, decide right, and walk right. It will not happen by accident. Such service to God requires great effort, but the reward is great.
Throughout history, there has always been enemies to the church. This is still very true in our day. If the church is going to remain the pillar and ground of truth, it must take a decided stand to separate from false doctrine and stand on the doctrine of God's Word.
Having a sound mind requires an intentional decision by the believer. It is the result of steadfast discipline and sobriety in the believers' desire to please God. In the end, the sound mind will be secured in the hope of Almighty God.
The King James Bible balances superb accuracy with unmatched beauty and majesty. Its translators took great pains to deliver for future generations an English Bible that was a pure translation of the Greek and Hebrew texts.
Prior to the King James Version (1611) the English people did have access to the Word of God. Starting with the Wycliffe in 1382 and continuing up until 1611, there was work being done to give the English people a faithful translation of God's holy Word.
To some, setting a music standard can be very difficult. Does God really have a standard for music? There are principles given in the Word of God that will enable every believer to determine what music meets God's standard. In the end, music cannot be left to individual tastes, but God's standard must be sought.
Fathers have many responsibilities, they are leaders, teachers, they are givers. And those that have had godly fathers have much to be thankful for. A good father will leave a good legacy, but just because a father loves and serves God, does not mean his children will too.
The suffering of Christ is an example for the believer to follow in the sufferings here on this present earth. The struggles that we face can be quite difficult, but we have an example to follow. We also have a great hope in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and our future life in heaven with Him.
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The church's primary responsibility is to bring glory and praise to The Almighty God. There is no greater way to bring glory to God than to live in harmony with God. This requires holding fast the doctrine of the Word of God against the many attacks launched against God's church.
Biblical hope is not temporal, wishful, or futuristic. No, it is an expectation that is divinely tethered to God's promises. This Biblical hope has a definite impact on how the believer views life.
Not only should the believer be in submission in the political arena, in the home, and in the marriage, believers are to be in submission one to another in the church. The command is clear--be of one mind.
Much time is given to show the preservation of the Greek New Testament text referred to as the Textus Receptus. But how did God preserve the Old Testament? God used His chosen people, Israel, to keep His Word for all generations.
Every believer, male or female, is equal in the sight of God. God does not bless one over the other, neither does he require more of one over the other. We all must give an account for what we have done for Him on this earth. The full sermon can be found at https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/73023174334172
God created man and woman with a purpose. Though they are spiritually equal, God has given each differing purposes. In His great wisdom, God has given an order of leadership in the home that must be followed if we are to be found acceptable in his eyes.
Absalom had been blessed by God with great talents and ability to be used to bring God glory. Instead, this man chose to live for himself rather than for God. There are many lessons we can learn from the life of Absalom and David that will aid us in our walk with God.
How can a believer have a secure mind in the midst of trials and tribulations? It takes faith in God who has directed these trials in our lives. He leads us through trials to sanctify us for His glory.
It may be easy to go down our own path, but like Abraham we need to follow God. There are many distractions in life, but as we draw nigh to God, He will draw nigh to us!
There was no man better prepared to print the Greek New Testament than Desiderius Erasmus. His training and teachers prepared him for this monumental task. In his work, Erasmus held to the veracity of Scriptures over the traditions of the Catholic church. It was this stand that allowed him to correctly compile the Word of God.
God ordained marriage with a purpose and with roles to accomplish this purpose. It is thus necessary that we learn these roles and apply them properly that we might have God-honoring marriages.
God has given order throughout his creation. This includes the family. There is a God-ordained order in the home that must be followed if the family is to have God as its top priority. This starts with submission. Both the husband and the wife must both walk in accordance to the commands of God if the home is to operate in God-ordained harmony.
The chief ambition of every Christian is to bring God glory. This is of greater value when the believer is going through trials. To navigate these trials and bring God glory, the believer must have a mind prepared to follow God.
The world will say that God and His Word are prejudiced. Are they right? There is no man, no woman, no ethnicity that falls outside of the ability to be saved. Christ died for ALL people, no matter their skin color or ethnic background. God is not prejudiced.
The believer brings glory to God by submitting themselves to those in authority over them. This is not simply when our authorities are kind to us, but it is especially to be done when they are the cause of our suffering.
The New Testament pastor is God's gift to the New Testament church. This office of the pastor in a local New Testament church is one of great gravity and responsibility. What exactly are the pastor's responsibilities within the assembly?
From our birth we naturally have a corrupt mind. And our sin separates us from God. But we as Christians desire to sanctify ourselves before God. Though we may have troubles and trials, we can have a secure mind in His care.
It is a wonderful truth to know that God is in control of all things. This is evident as one peruses history. God directed the events of the world to both preserve and to promote His Holy Word.
Many a believer has been called of God to serve Him in both foreign and national missions, but many have told Him no. The excuses may sound good to men, but it is rebellion to God. The believer has forgotten who God is and what He has done for him, the lowliest of sinners.
Samuel ministered before the Lord, worshipped in the tabernacle, and had favor with God and man. Where did he learn this? From perusing the 1 Samuel 2, it becomes clear that Samuel learned to follow God from his mother Hannah's example. She left him a legacy of service and steadfastness. Her pursuit in life was to bring glory to God, and her son followed her stellar example.
There is a definite connection between prayer and revival. This is evident in the several revivals that have occurred in the history of the United States from the early 1700s to the present.
There are times throughout your life when you will feel trapped. The situations that you are meeting with in your life are beyond your control. Though it may seem hopeless, it is not. God has made the way for us to walk in and will continue to lead us along.
How does a pastor stay clean in a dirty world? The devil is leveling all of his attacks at the man of God who is seeking to work for the Lord. Therefore, the man of God must diligently study and obey the Word of God and constantly resist the devil and his many wiles.
The devil is serious in his assaults against believers. He will stop at nothing to ruin and destroy believers. The believer must walk carefully and soberly in order to not fall into the snares of the devil.
How a person views God will affect how they live in nearly every part of their life. This includes who you associate with, how you stand on the Word of God, and your motives. But it all starts with how you view God.
God desires our very best in seeking to accomplish His will. Unfortunately, the number that give God their very best is few. It takes discipline, fortitude, and resilience to do great things for God.
God has a specific will for everyone's life. Surrendering to God's will for your life will be the hardest decision you will make in life. But doing so and following that up with an intense drive to do it will allow God to use you most effectively.
In too many churches, there is no passion for serving God. Zeal, enthusiasm, and intensity should mark the life of every believer and the church. This is the key to maximizing our service for Christ.
Have you seen Jesus? If you have, how well are you seeing Him? Your spiritual eyesight will determine your effectiveness in service to God.
You need to have some things settled in your life. You need to have Salvation settled, your standards settled, your service settled, and you need to have your stand settled. Make your life count, stand for Christ.
What does a recovering fundamentalist look like in today's age? Demas gives us a perfect example of what that would look like. In the end, his love changed from God to the world. The same is true for many in the church today. They have chosen to please themselves rather than wholly follow after God and the Bible.
Prayer was integral to the revivals that have occurred here in the United States. Though it is not the only ingredient to revival, prayer plays quite the major role. It can be rightly said that there is no revival without prayer.
It is God's will for believers to know they are saved. It is for this reason that He gives us His Word to remind us of this truth. Our salvation is completely dependent on God, and He is always faithful.
Compromise is always the starting point for future defeats in the Christian life. It starts small, but the end is ultimately a destroyed life. The way to combat it is to be completely convinced of God's Word and stand on it.
Recovering from immorality is more of a journey than it is a single event. The end result sought for is a definitive change to occur. This requires spiritual accountability, structure, and faithfulness.
God's promises never change. He has given His Word for the believer to rest in completely. Because of this, the believer can be fully committed to God's Word no matter the uncertainty around Him. Our anchor holds in an unchanging, Almighty God!
The history of prayer and the history of revival are very closely related. The two are forever linked together. There can be prayer and no revival, but there can never be revival without prayer.
Intercessory Prayer in its basic form is simply praying for others. In its mature form, it is fervency in prayer for others. Jesus Christ provides us the example through His ministry of intercession before the throne of God the Father.
Where did the midweek prayer meeting come from? It is believed that it arose out of the revival period in the mid-1700s. Yet, it is evident that there were times of corporate prayer in the book of Acts.
The local assembly provides joyous benefits to each of its members. But, these benefits are not gained unless the believer strives to take part in the assembly for the edification of the whole.
Praying and fasting are positive duties of a believer. It is vital that believers know how to do these duties in the way that God intended.
Salvation is not based on how our life is going, our memory, nor our feelings. Rather, it is based completely and solely on the promises of Almighty God!
Our bodies are God's temple. Our primary purpose therefore is to glorify God. Therefore, it is of eminent importance that the believer recognizes the tragedy of impurity and flees from its temptation.
There are several reasons for why believers may doubt their salvation. It is vital that the believer realizes that the Word of God alone can give confidence of salvation.
Is it alright to pray in various postures? or is it vital to pray in a certain posture? Pastor Henise goes through the varying postures of prayer found in the Bible and looks at their purpose.
Paul wanted to do a good thing, but it was not what God wanted him to do. Paul had a choice to either ignore the vision or accept the vision. The decision is the same for believers today.
Obviously, sin is an important hindrance to prayer in the believers life. However, it is by far not the only hindrance to prayer. Improper armor, neglected giving, and failure to forgive are a few of the hindrances to prayer.
Not all knowledge is valuable! But having the knowledge of scripture is indispensable. In the scripture you will find the remedy for the problems of life.
Assurance is God's reward for obedience. Failure to obey and to be led by the Spirit of God directly affects the assurance the believer has of his salvation.
Jesus Christ is our great high priest who intercedes for us before the throne of God the Father. It is through Jesus that we can go boldly before the throne of grace with our prayers and supplications.
The Lord gives us much even if we do not ask for it. However, He desires the believer to pray to Him. As the believer prays though, there are certain conditions that must be met.
Can the believer know that they have eternal life? Salvation is predicated not in the believer but in Jesus Christ alone. Therefore, the believer can absolutely rest assured that His eternal life is secure.
Staying pure should be a prioritized pursuit for each believer. The believer can, because of the truths of Scriptures, exercise his will against sin, and thereby, by God's power, prevent it from reigning in their body.
Prayer is not to be done for the praise of man, but it is to be done to please God. This is true whether the prayers are public, private, or participatory. This is evident in the many examples of prayer given in the Bible.
God has given every believer the farm, and it is His desire that the believer farms the farm. This requires a daily decision to pursue virtue if you want to be fruitful and abounding.
Conflict cannot be avoided in the Christian's walk. However, the reaction to the conflict can be determined by the individual. This reaction is what separates the wise man from the foolish man.
Many times, the believer fails to follow the God given means of handling conflict even though it is a great responsibility. How the believer handles conflict with the brethren will either build the brethren up, or it will tear them down. Therefore, this responsibility must be taken seriously.
The Holy Spirit which indwells the believer is a great helper in our prayer life. It both maketh intercession for us and teacheth us what we should pray for.
Many times in the Old Testament, especially with David, the believer prays a prayer for God to execute judgment on an enemy. Are believers today to follow this example in praying today?
Christ's coming and work is unconditional. There is nothing man can do to stop it. However, His blessings are completely conditioned on our obedience.
The attitude of prayer is of equal importance to the requests made in prayer. Prayer is not to be done to please men, but it is to be done to please God. In the end, it is God who rewards both the proud and the humble.
It may seem that God has forgotten his warnings in Scripture as wickedness is so prevalent in this world. However, it is because of His long-suffering that the world continues. Yet, His judgment will come, and His warnings and prophecies will be fulfilled.
What is the believer to pray for? Though the Bible gives several distinct commands of things to pray for, Jesus also teaches us to go to Him for anything.
Prayer is a key cog in the arsenal of the believer. There are four components that ought to make up prayer. What are these four components?
What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name? Because it is given as a command in the book of John to pray in Jesus' name, this question must be answered if we want to pray properly.
Biblical purity doesn't happen by accident. Neither does impurity. David and Bathsheba both had choices to make, and they chose to satisfy their lusts, rather than obey God's Word.
Why ought the child of God pray? There are twelve reasons why every believer should pray. It is vital that we know why we pray.
What is Prayer? It is more than asking God for things; it is communication with God. It requires an intimate relationship with God and a growing knowledge of God.
At times, believers deceive themselves by not holding themselves to God's holy standard of purity. They do so believing that the cost won't much. However, the experience of David shows us that sin has great and dire consequences.
God has preserved Israel from its inception in Genesis to the present-day. Though Israel continues to rebel against God, His promises will be fulfilled. God's grace is shown in His preservation of Israel.
We live in a society that is infatuated with the impure. The believer must equip his mind with God's moral standards of sexual purity and seek to be renewed in the Spirit of our mind.
God has a high standard for His children, and His standards are not to be changed. The believer is to live a transformed life in Christ, not to be conformed to this world. Conforming takes place when we change God's standard to fit our narrative.
God has preserved Israel throughout history. The promise that He made in Genesis 12 continues to this day, and it will continue to the end of the world. What God promises, He will always fulfill.
The return of Jesus Christ is imminent. Nothing needs to happen for Him to return to earth and for the saints to be raptured. Therefore, the believer must live with the knowledge that Jesus can come today.
In the book of Job there are many prophecies of Christ. Not only do we see Christ as our Daysman and our Redeemer, but we also see prophecies concerning periods of Christ's life.
In the interactions of Job, first with his family and then with his friends, we see Job acting as a priest. In his role as priest, he pictures Christ, our one and only Mediator.
Family values are the same today as when the family was instituted in the Garden of Eden. The entire family was the designed pattern of God. It is vital for the believer to know God's intended pattern for the family,
Job, in his life, is a type of Christ. Jesus Christ was Prophet, Priest, and King. In this message, we look at the picture Job paints of Christ as King.
The home is an institution created by God. The family is foundational to society, but today the family is being broken down. The family can be what it was designed to be when those within it are seeking the Lord first of all.
There is a cost to living the Christian life. It is not easy or free, but God loves us and wants us to follow Him. In service to Him, recognizing the providence of God is key to serving God. If you want to serve God with efficacy, you have to take the opportunities that are available to you now! Do you have a plan to serve God? Use the opportunities you have to serve!
Preaching is the way you plant a church, the way to establish a church, and the way you maintain the church. That is God's program - a church that preaches the Word of God.
The 200,000,000 demonic horsemen seem terrible and horrific, and the damage they will do is massive. Yet, God controls what they can do. And in the end, God's ways, and His hosts, are superior.
What is it that you want your life to be known for? Life is an opportunity that God has given to serve Him. To do so requires obedience and a purposeful pursuit of sanctification in Christ.
The church is one of the three institutions ordained by God. God has given the church certain duties that must be performed and certain characteristics that must be a part of it. The church's purpose is the glory of God.
The 6th Trumpet Judgement is one of horrific proportions. In it all, God's undeniable grace is clearly evident. Yet, rebellious man refuses to repent.
As believers it is important that we commit our ways and thoughts to God. We must not let the desires of Babylon determine our actions. To do so is to grieve God and to depart from the will of God.
It is God's desire that every Christian be filled with joy, peace, and hope. This is possible through the power of God and the submission of the believer to God's will.
The King James Version is based on the superior texts of Scripture. It also had superior translation techniques. The translators took great care to make sure that the King James Bible maintained its purity. Believers can believe in the King James Bible because it has superior theology that has not been changed.
Chapter 9 of Revelation is one of the most horrific chapters of the Bible. The woes of the Trumpet Judgments are the rewards of rebellious mankind. The believer can be thankful that he is spared from them.
Because God remembers His Word, He remembers His holiness. It is God's holy nature that requires His judgment of sin. As believers, we must live realizing that God's judgment starts at the house of God.
Phebe was not just a good woman; she was a child of God. Though she could have followed the world, she set herself apart. It was not her good deeds that saved her, it was her faith in Jesus Christ. Though we may not always see the humble work that is often done by our women and mothers. God does and will reward them in heaven.
The Word of God is a living book that contains the words of life. God has faithfully preserved His entire Word to this day, and believers can rest confident in His preservation.
As one studies the book of Revelation, it is better to err towards the simplicity of faith in the Word of God, than to adopt the most plausible scheme based upon the opinions of man. One that spiritualizes the Trumpet Judgments will err in his interpretation of Revelation.
Election season rolls around, the elected candidate is put in place and now what? Win or lose the perspective of the believer ought to remain steadfast.
The Lord's power is all the believer needs to serve God. The power is through the Holy Spirit. Through the Spirit, believers have a hope to complete what God has commanded of them.
It is the will of God for the assembly to be unified. Disharmony within the assembly will shutter the effectiveness of the assembly. The number one issue that brings disharmony is the love of self.
Believers don't need to wait to see the new heaven and the new earth in order to experience the excitement of the new heaven and the new earth. Through the Holy Spirit and the Word of God, we can experience the blessings of God's presence.
The imprecatory prayers of the saints in Revelation 6 are answered by God in an emphatic way. Just as the cherub took fire and scattered it as a token of God's judgment, the judgment fire of God is about to descend.
Big city or small town, we all are affected in some way or another by a governmental system. Today we look at how we, as believers, can participate in the political process of government.
The believer will go through storms. The question is what will the believer do in the storm. The secret sauce to weathering the storms of life is obedience to the will of God.
The ministry of a believer is service. There may be differences in the lives of believers, that are non-moral issues. But like Paul, at times we have to give up our spiritual liberty, to keep from offending another believer. No true Christian lives to himself.
The new heaven and the new earth follow the casting Satan and all unbelievers into the lake of fire. It will be a new thing with various accomplishments.
Separation #3 - The very nature of an assembly is to be different from the society in which it is located. God will be the ultimate judge on whether the church has maintained its ecclesiastical separation. Failure to pursue purity will result in the candlestick becoming dimmer until it cannot provide any light at all.
The opportunity to select our leaders causes us to consider what principles we should practice when choosing a leader.
Why does God maintain His goodness to us when we have failed to love Him as we ought to? All that He does is predicated on His good pleasure, upon which we are all completely dependent.
To minister effectively, the child of God must learn how to handle saintly differences. There will always be non-moral differences between believers. Therefore, the believer must take great care to deal with each other in a way that pleases God for He is the ultimate Judge.
The new testament believers take part in the blessings of the covenant God promised to the nation of Israel before Israel would receive the future blessings. The promises God made to Abraham and the patriarchs in regards to Israel will still be fulfilled.
Unrighteousness and inconsistency characterize many nations of the world. In this episode we ask, does God care about the existence of nations?
2024 Couple's Conference #11 - Betrayal and treachery are sadly common. What is one to do when they are betrayed. Hope in the time of betrayal can only come through a right relationship with God.
2024 Couple's Conference #10 - In the midst of an idolatrous tribe, with wicked cities in close proximity, Manoah and his wife truly served God. Menoah had a godly relationship with his wife. When others may have doubted, he had faith in her. He had unimpeded faith is his God. When he entreated the Lord, God answered his prayer, and sent the angel again. Menoah and his wife honored the Lord in fulfilling biblical principles. There communication is honest, they obeyed God, they worshiped God, they trust God, and the encouraged one another in truth.
2024 Couple's Conference #08 - When the book of Proverbs speaks about godly women, it often speaks of their hands. How does our heart affect our hands?
2024 Couple's Conference #09 - Marriage and parental responsibilities are great responsibilities. In many ways, they are the legacy that we will leave. It is vital to give attention to the details of encouragement and instruction in order that one can enable those precious ones under their authority to be on a plain path.
The feasts of Israel were a foreshadowing of the first and of the second comings of Jesus Christ. The new moon is simply a shadow of things to come, but it is not what we follow. We follow Christ knowing God is in charge.
2024 Couple's Conference #05 - A balanced wife is a great asset to a marriage. At times, we need to make Biblical adjustments in order to maintain a godly outlook.
2024 Couple's Conference #07 - Gain the heart of your spouse is essential to a successful marriage.
2024 Couple's Conference #06 - In Jeremiah's day, there was a group of individuals called the Rechabites. They held tenaciously to the instruction of their father who had passed generations before them. There are lessons that each Godly father should endeavor to teach their children in a similar way.
2024 Couple's Conference #03 - Communication in marriage is a vital key to a successful marriage. If it is not present, it is a sign that the marriage is in deep trouble.
2024 Couple's Conference #04 - Even in the best marriages, disagreements will occur. Sometimes, a wrong disposition can ruin a good point.
2024 Couple's Conference #02 - The premiere ingredient to any successful relationship/fellowship is the individual's walk with God. If this is not maintained, our relationships with others will be in jeopardy.
2024 Couple's Conference #01 - In the role of marriage, it is important for each spouse to prefer (show deference) to each other. While there are other areas to which this can be applied, two are focused upon in Ephesians 5.
"God bless America, land that I love..." Today we discuss ways God gave us to bless our country.
It is very easy for the child of God to retreat, becoming weary in our purpose of ministry to God. If we believer Christ is coming soon and that life is short, the child of God must cease wasting it in follies and purposely pursue sanctification in Christ.
The results of preaching are not up to the preacher. It is the Holy Spirit that controls the results. The believer's responsibility is to preach regardless of results.
All nations are under God's authority. Therefore, all nations have God given responsibilities.
Our salvation is predicated on the gospel of Jesus Christ. And the gospel of Jesus Christ is foundationally the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our sin debt could not paid without the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. How we view the supernatural resurrection of Christ will either result in a significant dedication to Him or a shameful disdain of Him.
The new year is a time for believers to look back to inspect and examine where they have grown in the past year. This was true for the Jewish culture of the Old Testament as well.
Over the course of history several types of governments have been in place. In today's episode we take a moment to look at the purpose and responsibilities of government.
God can use various backgrounds and characters. but there is common denominator. Every minister of God must have an awareness of his purpose which is service to God. This purpose drives the minister of God in all his doings.
There is a great promise given to the sower and that is that he will reap. In harvest, there are laws that will always be true. It is the believer's responsibility to heed these laws and sow abundantly in order to reap a more abundant harvest.
The issue of music is a major battleground in churches today. It is vital for believers to base their music on the principles of the Word of God.
One of the important ministries of the church is that of aiding ministers of the gospel as they go forth. It is through this ministry that the church encourages and refreshes God's ministers as they take the gospel around the world.
As of 2024 over 200 independent national governments exists. With such a statistic, we want to consider the biblical origin of government.
Every New Testament assembly should seek to have and maintain purity in doctrine. Dangers lie all around, but purity is a pursuit that is paramount.
The believer's name is found in the Lamb's book of life. When one trusts Christ for salvation, he gets a new name. Have you gotten a new name?
The believer has a responsibility to love God first in his life. A believer with a preeminent love for God will fulfill his responsibility to love his neighbors as himself.
New things can be good or bad. Old things can be good or bad. It is important than in the introduction of new things that believers prudently discern what is good. It is also important that they don't through out the old things that are good.
How is the believer to serve God within the framework of the government system? The believer must recognize that he has several God-ordained responsibilities to his government. Foremost among these, is the responsibility to submit to authorities in the Lord.
How is the believer to serve God within the framework of the government system? The believer must recognize that he has several God-ordained responsibilities to his government. Foremost among these, is the responsibility to submit to authorities in the Lord.
Everything that God does is good. However, when mankind does something new it may or may not be good. Here, the world came up with a new way of carrying the Ark of the Covenant. This way was taken up by David and led to serious troubles in his life. The believer today must show discernment and know the Word of God in order to avoid such failures.
Service is the watchword of the Christian's life. Through we are all ministers of God, God has especially ordained government as a minister of God. It is the believers responsibility to submit to government. Only when obedience to the government would be disobedience to God is it right for the believer to disobey the government.
God's mercies are new every morning. It is His great mercy that we are saved for eternity and preserved in His hand. His mercy is great!
Separation #2 - There have always been those that separated themselves from certain actions or activities of life. But for believers, this separation is based on a desire to please the Lord and be made fully conformable unto Him.
Peace can only be found in Jesus Christ. However, believers often lack peace in their lives, because they do not realize that they already have it in Christ. Yet, peace should be a hallmark of every believer.
It is a responsibility of every believer to have sympathy, especially so with the brethren. It is also a responsibility of the believer to not repay evil with evil. Time is the great indicator of the truth that God will repay those who do evil.
The grace of God is a marvelous gift to mankind. Whether unbeliever or believer, all men are benefited by the grace of God. However, the believer experiences the greater grace of God in salvation, sanctification, and service.
Separation #1 - The reality is that every generation of believers will face the need for separation. Conservative Biblical principles must always be contended for, if they are to be maintained or gained. At times, separation is necessary for the believer if he is to be obedient to the Word of God.
What is Biblical Peace? Peace is to be a hallmark of the believer's life. This is because in the presence of God there is peace.
It is easy to minister to those that love you, but what are we to do with those that oppose us? Christians should follow the example of Christ and his dealing with revilers.
Who are we in Christ? In Christ, we are a new man. In Christ, we have abilities. In Christ, we have many blessings. These truths ought to encourage us to live for Him.
What are Christians to do in this digital age? Each child of God should remember that every decision of life should ultimately reflect the purity of the holiness of God. Our decisions must fully embrace Biblical truth. (4 of 4)
There were certain results in Ezra's life because God's hand was upon him. But before the results there must first be the decision to trust God and His promises.
As a Christian we have an obligation to be kind, fervent in Spirit, to be a servant, and to be set apart in this world. We are to be dedicated and devoted to prayer, praying without ceasing. Though trials and tribulations may arise in our life we are to be patient and wait on the Lord. For every child of God should have spiritual endurance, and we can rejoice in the fact that God will never forsake us!
Through social media is helpful, it also contains perils to the believer that can be most harmful. Only dedication to the proven principles of the Word of God can give length of days, long life, and peace. The simple must not forsake mercy and truth. (3/4)
All who are in Christ are new creatures. What does this mean? Here are six ways we are new creatures in Jesus Christ.
The words of God are pure words preserved for all generations. Because they are, believers today can rest assured that they too are preserved for ever. When God speaks, He only speaks the truth.
We want God to do new things in our lives, and we have a God who is a God of new things. His character shows that He is a God of new things.
Wealth must be seen as a gift from God and used for His purpose. Otherwise, it will be a source of sin throughout life. We are to worship with our wealth, but we must not worship wealth.
Fellowship with God is not found by simply saying prayers. It is found in the conscience confession of sin. Nearness is Likeness -Tozer-.
Drawing near to God should be the desire of every child of God. It will put the conflict of this world in perspective and produce a steady appetite to know more of Him. Only then will this world grow dim in the light of His glory and grace.
When the hearts and desire of saints violate the commands of God, we behave like natural men with a spirit of envy.
In these last days the world systems seems to dominate the minds and outlook of believers. -Can't- seems to be the optimal word. Yet the advance of the gospel must occur. God's coming judgment is a great motivator for His saints.
Individual Soul Liberty is an important Biblical doctrine. There have been believers that sacrificed greatly for this truth. For if the Son shall make you free, you are free indeed-
Developing a Biblical skill of discernment takes time. As our communion with Christ increases, our spiritual senses are exercised unto maturity.
God is not impressed by how woke a society may think it is. The road to please the world does not pass the highway of the righteous.
War between nations is not an uncommon event. Similarly, when fleshly, sensual thinking persist among the hearts and minds of believers, conflict among them will abound.
Like in the days of Hosea the prophet, spiritual understanding is decreasing. Passionate commitment to doctrine and discernment has given way to a superficial facade of truth that has shipwrecked the faith of some.
Many are focused on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Yet, in the last days, there will come a massive invasion from the North countries. God, Himself, will subdue them, and they will invade no more.
God cares about what we do with our resources, life, thoughts, and actions. It is of great importance that in this life we do all to the glory of God.
One of the great sins espoused by some wicked is heaping treasures for the last days. There is, however, a vast difference between hoarding wealth and stewarding wealth by saving with Biblical principles.
The driftwood of many a shipwrecked faith floats down the sea of time. But ye, beloved are called with a resonating cry to stand fast in these last days.
When surrounded by the unrelenting attack of false teaching, we are instructed to -Keep ourselves in the love of God.- We must direct our life's thoughts and actions to stay the course.
Throughout the Scripture, there are many verses teaching about personal finances. Beyond this, the Scriptures contains many warnings regarding the acquisitions and expenditures of one's finances.
God is the originator of all human life. As such He has a concern and plan for all life... even the life of the unborn-
While the nobleman was away, the servants were commanded to occupy. This is the central theme for believers today. Though He is hated by the citizenry, saints await our Nobleman's return. Shall He find us Occupying for Him or Occupied by another.
We are commanded to adorn the doctrine of God our Savior in all things. It is therefore essential to have a proper understanding of good works.
As we witness the difficulty and evil that persistly abound, we might be tempted to question the presence of God. Only when walking by faith can a believer see the Providential hand of God...even in such a time as this-
Death and its sting will one day be destroyed. At its destruction, ALL its apparent victories will be undone for God's children. Thanks be to God which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus.
The bruised head marks the end of Satan's terror. He has deceived, lied, assaulted, slandered and fathered every evil work. The Promised Savior shall soon return and fatally bruise the dragon's head.
The name, Immanuel, speaks voluminously of God's great care for His people. His Deity, Humanity and Compassion can be seen in great effulgence.
The defeat of the adversary was not brought about by Seth. Yet, there is One that was introduced to humanity at the Incarnation - Jesus Christ. His crucifixion brought about the fulfillment of the bruised heel.
Sin in the Garden of Eden resulted in a Divine enmity being established. This enmity brought hopelessness into the world, but there was a promise of Immanuel... God with us-
Genesis is sometimes referred to as -the seed bed of the Bible.- It contains in some form almost all of the great doctrines. Among them is the first promise of a coming Savior that would reconcile God and man.
One of the great hallmarks of a salvation is a thankful heart. A redeemed heart praises God continually with the fruit of their lips.
A believer is admonished several times in Scriptures not to despise certain things. Yet most often, they are admonished to not despise the preaching and teaching of the Word of God.
The first epistle of John is an epistle that strikes at the tone of fellowship with God. Yet, our fellowship with God is contingent upon a heart of confession to Him-
In perilous and unthankful times, only an obedient saint can express thanksgiving. Beware, that in this crooked and perverse nation, the light of thanksgiving can be diminished.
To err is human- One of the greatest errors that we make is to forget- Forgetting produces complaint and thanklessness instead of praise to God.
Whatever is worth doing in the Christian life is valuable enough to be done with enthusiasm and care. Slothfulness and indifference prevent good and allow evil to prosper.
There are many terms that believers are described as in the Scriptures. None so capture our attention and imagination as being called the Friends of Jesus.
The twenty-third Psalm portrays the Good Shepherd through the eyes of the sheep. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for Thou art with me.
Communion with the God that knows and created you is a fulfillment that nothing else can bring. It produces the joy and gladness that our hearts long for. May it never be broken.
-We are to live in the Word like the sun abides in the heavens and to keep watch as observers do the stars. Only then will we know the great reward of communing with God.-
David was a man after God's own heart. He served His own generation as a Prophet, King, Psalmist, and Warrior. Though he sinned gravely in the sight of God, his heart confessed and sought to be restored to communion with God.
Every believer should pray -search me, O God.- To do so, requires a rare confidence, for they offer themselves boldly to the scrutiny of God.
The world with its dainties and pleasures will never bring satisfaction. Yet, those who hunger and thirst after righteousness are promised to be filled.
Even down to old age, thy people shall prove My sovereign, eternal and unchanging love. God comforts His people with victory over fears.
When we vacate the God of Glory from our heart and enthrone a crisis in its place, bitterness begins. Left unchanged, its defiling presence will permeate each aspect of our life.
The most important thing in the life is what God is doing in us. Often, our emphasis of busyness is a substitute for communion with Him.
Bitterness is a deep rooted sin that ultimately destroys from the inside out. Its destruction spreads beyond the initial individual to those nearby with devastating results.
A key element in knowing the heart of God is seeking His face. Our heart must desire to seek God's face.
There are many descriptions of hell, but none more potent that what the rich man called it. He described hell as -this place of torment.-
What does God want from me- This is a question that is sometimes asked by saints. There is one major thing that God wants from His children.
People are motivated to action for a number of reasons. Yet, the saint of God should be motivate by the definitive truths of Scriptures. There are four specific aspects that should motivate each believer in their daily lives.
There exist faith and reason. We know what we what the Bible teaches is truth because walk by faith.
Sanctification is essential to the Christian life. Yet, sometimes the saint grows weary in well doing. It is during these times that endurance becomes vital while its virtues bloom.
The purpose of Paul's prayers is conveyed in the 12th verse... That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you and ye in Him. This should be the deepest desire of the Christian Life-
One of the greatest responsibilities in the Christian life is grow in the knowledge of Christ. For this purpose, God has engifted teachers. He has also enumerated specific attributes that a sound teacher possesses.
The analogy of wells without water is a Divine description for false teachers. They will never get the job done, they are incorrect on the most important ingredient - Jesus Christ-
With our human propensity to live by sight, senses, and self our weakness is manifest. It is ONLY by the power God in us that allows us to do anything of value. After all, God is only pleases with the things He does.
Our greatest motivation to love is the same by which David was motivated - experiencing the love of another. We have received the love of Christ... it is shed abroad in our hearts. Therefore, we should love one another fervently.
Paul's second request was centered on the thought of fulfillment. He prayed that this fulfillment would be accomplished in the heart of each believer. Simply put, that they would recognize that Christ is more than enough to satisfy.
The OT Priest had the responsibility to offer diver sacrifices that were wholly acceptable to God. Equally, the New Testament believer has some divinely supported sacrifices that honors God.
The first of Paul's request for the believers in Thessalonica was that they would be counted worthy of their calling. This is to say that their life would be consistent with their identity as believers.
Trouble has a way of exposing the depth and character of our prayer life. Often when difficulty arise, our prayer life increases, and in times of ease our prayer life decreases. Yet, the imperatives of Scripture beckon us to pray always.
How do we reach this world with the Gospel of Christ- God has laid out a blueprint whereby we might have success.
In times of trouble, a saint should not resign themselves to passivity because of the sovereignty of God, nor should they ask amiss. Rather, they must by faith and through active petition seek God's glory.
The OT priest was involved in the offering of the best sacrifices unto the Lord. There were many different sacrifices that were offered. Such is our spiritual sacrifices that we should continually offer to God through Jesus Christ.
Intense continual service was the theme of the life of those in the priestly ministry. They were dedicated to the service of God. New Testament saints are begged by the tender mercies of God to present themselves unto God, which is their reasonable service.
God's justice is delayed for the unrighteous. When His forbearance is past, there will come a time of definite recompense. The only place escape can be found is in the salvation of Jesus Christ.
Obedience is EXTREMELY important in the life of the child of God. We are to follow the example of Christ, who was obedient even until death. It is the doer of the Word that shall be blessed in his deed.
There is coming a time of Divine Retribution. He will be revealed from Heaven with His Mighty Angels in Flaming Fire.
The OT priest was the official messenger for God -Mal. 2.7-. The NT saint has the responsibility to take the message of God -the Gospel- to all the world.
Trouble is a common experience, but for saints, it is promised -John 16.33-. Despite all of the trouble of this life, the child of God can know and possess true rest-
I will execute judgment... and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. In many ways, this is the similar experience that the saint of God has. The Lamb of God atoned for our sins by baring them in His own body on the cross.
Where do we go from here- This rings in the mind of any child of God that dwells in a godless nation. The answer was given to Isaiah the prophet... to see God High and Lifted up.
God's covenant people, the nation of Israel, were repeatedly warned about their rejection of God's Law and subsequent evil actions. They are likened unto a superiorly provided vineyard. Despite all the superior gifts the vineyard received, they only provided a semblance of good. Though America is not the covenant people much is applicable them today...
Another description of the dedicated Old Testament priest was that they honored the Word of God. The Law of Truth was in His mouth declared the prophet Malachi. Equally, the saint in this day should esteem the Word of God as inerrant, infallible, inspired Truth.
Though many today may believe that Jesus is dead, He is in fact very much alive. His glorious presence is currently hidden as He sits on the right hand of the throne of God. In addition to His promise, He has given many reasons for His soon return.
In this day of gender neutrality, the Scriptures teach of two genders. Of which, God said that they both were good. The God who created all has conveyed thru His Scriptures the principles of Biblical masculinity.
An additional characteristic of the OT priest was the desire to walk with God. As such, God's mind was to become his mind. He was tethered to God by his decision to walk with God.
The OT priest was to strive for sinlessness in their life. Such should be our desire as well. Yet, does the Scripture teach that one can attain a level of sinless perfection in this life-
A Worthy Assembly adds to their faith. They desire to grow in their love for each other, to preserve thru difficulties, and to focus on things which are above.
A Worthy Church is first a church that believes in the person, work, and doctrines of Jesus Christ. Added to this is a sincere desire to increase in faith toward the God of their salvation.
The whole world and its system are headed for destruction, and they will one day melt away with a fervent heat. We must focus on the eternal things. This must be the believers NORMAL in these NEW times ahead.
Regardless of the valley or trouble that one is facing, God knows us. It is best that we wait on Him with patience of hope.
Spiritual maturity is essential in the life of a believer. God wants His little children to continue to grow in grace and in HIs knowledge. Very often, childish simplicity prevents us from Christ-like growth.
One of the greatest responsibilities of the Old Testament Priest was to intercede on the behalf of sinners. He was through word and deed turn many from iniquity.
Patience is not developed on a deck chair- It is developed through enduring the difficult climate of rough seas. Therefore, we must let patience have her perfect work.
There are many destructive attitudes that are rampant in our society. If these are embraced in the home life, they will be harmful.
How can a believer have -much assurance- of their salvation- There should be a labor of love. We must labor not out of selfishness nor to gain salvation, but as direct response to the love of God in our heart.
How can a believer have -much assurance- of their salvation- There must be first this undeniable work of faith. True faith produces obedience.
Twice in First Peter, saints are referred to as a PRIESTHOOD. There are many characteristics that an Old Testament parallel the features of the Believers Priesthood. ---R- - Robed for Service
Twice in First Peter, saints are referred to as a PRIESTHOOD. There are many characteristics that an Old Testament parallel the features of the Believers Priesthood. ---P- - Privilege of the Elect
If one would be truly fruitful in this life, we MUST have full dependence upon Christ. It is only as we ABIDE in HIM that we can bring forth fruit.
We may be busy doing in this life. However, we can not produce any spiritual fruit if we do not abide in Him.
Make no mistake, all of the beauty of this world must take a back seat to the the most beautiful thing on earth... the individual that has been born into the family of God.
The cross was mark of suffering and punishment during Roman times. It was used for those that had committed high crimes against Rome or her citizenry. Why then did the innocent Christ have to die-
Peter's denial of Christ occurred at the same time that the Savior was being interrogated. Peter's drawing away was the result of precipitous behavior that was unnoticed by him. His story is often our story. We forget that we are indeed in a Spiritual battle against a strong enemy.
Two individuals, Mary and Judas, are contrasted. One by sacrifice of the alabaster, and the other by selfish gain of silver. What would be our value of the Savior-
Only a believer can abound in hope- They have the opportunity to encourage others with joy and peace through belief in the Scriptures.
When beset by the most severe trouble, a saint can still joy in the God of His Salvation. The events of this world do not affect the saint's relationship with God.
With the numerous churches in communities, should we decide which one to attend by sorting them by preference like a retail shop- Or has God given distinguish characteristics of that please Him- Indeed He has-
Church is easy these days- With in-person and virtual services being readily available, does membership even matter-
Giving began with God. He gave Himself for the unworthy that they might be called the sons of God. We should desire to give ourselves and our resources to please Him.
It is impossible to have all the blessings of God or to be used by God without being totally surrendered to Him. Freedom and Joy come as we are yielded to Him.
Realizing the immense benefits of our salvation, each saint should seek in this life to lay hold of eternal life. Let not distractions prevent us from laying up in store...a good foundation.
Wisdom is Christlikeness- It is not the same as simply following a moral or ethical ideal. It is the manifestation of the fruit of Spirit in the life of a believer.
Scripture have given many examples of God's might on display. These serve to provide strength, confidence, and hope in the darkest of times. They give the saint a different perspective of their current circumstance.
There is no single characteristic of the unregenerate more obvious than a life dominated by self and pride.
A wise man has embraced the knowledge of Scriptures and submission to Divine power. As such, his life has been re-shaped, his attitude transformed, and his behavior re-aligned into Christlikeness-
The tongue with all of its ability is full of contrast. At one moment, it can bless God and His creation man. However, in the next short moment, it can curse man with its all to common sins.
When the darkness closes about, it is of grand importance to remember the promises that God has made. He is not slack concerning His promises.
When facing the insurmountable darkness, the saint must remember the power of the God of Creation. This shall turn their complaint into praise.
A lack of preparation is often ruinous. Solomon conveys some wise counsel for youth on how to be prepared for life.
With all its boasting ability, the tongue truly can kindle a great fire. It defiles the whole body.
If we are to rejoice in the God of our Salvation, we must be able to remember His past presence with us.
The tongue, although diminutive, has great power to sin and to condemn. A mark of maturity in a believer is a Divine control over their speech.
Life is no accident- Life is imparted from the Creator God, therefore- He knows and forms ALL His little ones.
At any time, especially one of trouble, silence before the Sovereign God is appropriate. It is then the saint of God can hear the Master's voice and be revived in Him.
Without me, ye can do nothing- No greater phrase could emphasis the believer's necessity to abide in Christ.