Category: Subject Index
Study Material Categorized by Subject
Sermon: Lessons Learned from Judas Iscariot
In Matthew 26 & 27, several important lessons are learned from the life, betrayal and death of Judas Iscariot.
Sermon: The Faithful Few
Throughout history, God’s faithful have been few. But, those few have preserved humanity, relied upon God’s wisdom and strength, found the way of life, and have been found worthy!
Sermon: Jehoiakim’s Knife
Even though Jehoiakim took a knife to God’s word, he couldn’t rid himself of God’s prophecy. However, he did bring destruction upon himself. We need to learn from his mistake!
Sermon: In the World, But not OF the World
What should the Christian’s response to worldliness be? This lesson discusses the question.
Depending Upon the Word of God
There are consequences to men who do not understand their place in relation to God. Too often men seek their own counsel, and pay no respect to the One who made them. “Woe to those who seek deep to hide their counsel far from the Lord, and their works are in the dark; they say, ‘Who sees us?’ and, ‘Who knows us?’ Surely you have things turned around! Shall the potter be esteemed as the clay; for shall the thing made say of him who made it, ‘He did not make me’? Or shall the thing formed say of him who formed it, ‘He has no understanding’?” (Isaiah, 29:15-16).
The Rule of Law
The phrase, “rule of law” is bandied about in political discussions in our time. It is an interesting phrase, and an understanding of it has some interesting spiritual implications:
Sermon: The Prophet Elijah
What kind of man was Elijah. The same type of man as many who are righteous (cf. James 5:17).
Sermon: The Show Me Religion
We should always back our claims of faithfulness with obedience. Christianity is the “Show Me” Religion.
Sermon: Zip It!
Some times it is better to keep your mouth shut. When you are angry. When you lack all the facts. If your words may offend. If tempted to joke about sin. If tempted to make light of holy things. If the issue is none of your business. If your words would make you ashamed later. If you would damage the reputation of the guiltless. When you are feeling critical. When you have already spoken once. When it is time to listen.
Sermon: Faith & Friendship
Principles such as love, trustworthiness, empathy and honesty are discussed as we seek as Christians to deepen our friendships with one another.
God’s Provision
After leaving Egypt, the Israelites found themselves trapped on the shore of the Red Sea. With the sea at their backs, and Pharaoh’s army rapidly approaching, the people complained to Moses, saying that it would have been better for them to remain slaves “than that we should die in the wilderness” (Exodus 14:12). Moses responded, “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today” (13). Since God was with them, victory was assured. The Egyptians were wiped out.
In contrast, Joshua and the people were routed by the weak and small denizens of Ai, as recorded in Joshua 7. Why? Sin was in the camp, and God said to Joshua, “Neither will I be with you anymore, unless you destroy the accursed from among you” (12). Since God was against them, they were defeated.
