Sermon Audio (04/26/15): “A Summary of Our Christian Duty”

Yesterday’s sermon was preached on Titus 3.1-11, which summarizes many of our duties as adopted sons and daughters of God. Please see below for the audio and just a quick reminder, tomorrow’s Bible study on Romans 3 will begin at 1 p.m., with the children’s study beginning at 12 noon. Blessings… Our Christian Duty – … More Sermon Audio (04/26/15): “A Summary of Our Christian Duty”

Sermon Audio for 04/19/15: The Five Spiritual Tests of 1 John

Today we reviewed the five spiritual tests of 1 John and took a deep look within to ask ourselves the question, “What is my spiritual health?” This should prove to be a challenging message, not because of the preacher, but rather, because of the Spirit of God and His inward work in the hearts of … More Sermon Audio for 04/19/15: The Five Spiritual Tests of 1 John

Sermon 04/12/15: “The Vine and the Olive Shoots”

Today’s sermon was preached on Psalm 128 and that nature of the covenant family and covenant life in general It’s truly amazing that the Lord deals with us in the greater context of our family and the church (or, in the context of the covenant), and not just on an individual basis, which is sadly, … More Sermon 04/12/15: “The Vine and the Olive Shoots”

Sermon Audio for April 05, 2015: “And He Shall Justify the Many”

Our Resurrection Day sermon reviewed the text of Isaiah 53.1-12, where we covered the extensive work and sufferings that the Lord Jesus took upon Himself to win our redemption. As noted in the sermon, a text such as this should be reflected upon during the entirety of the Christian walk, because it’s the heart and … More Sermon Audio for April 05, 2015: “And He Shall Justify the Many”

Good Friday Sermon Audio: “My God, My God, Why?”

Blessings to all. Here’s the audio from this evenings service where I preached on Matthew 27.46 and Jesus’ words from the cross, “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” In this sermon, I argue that Jesus’ words were in actuality a reference to the entirety of the Psalm (not just Ps 22.1), which … More Good Friday Sermon Audio: “My God, My God, Why?”

CONTINUITY AND DISCONTINUITY IN ANCIENT NEAR EAST WISDOM

CONTINUITY AND DISCONTINUITY IN ANCIENT NEAR EAST WISDOM (PDF) INTRODUCTION      In the Ancient Near East (ANE), a common manner in which individuals were instructed was by the use of wisdom literature. When the broader aspect of ANE culture is considered, a great deal of continuity is seen between Israelite wisdom and that of her surrounding … More CONTINUITY AND DISCONTINUITY IN ANCIENT NEAR EAST WISDOM