Too Much Talk Too Little Power In Corinthians Paul says Now some are puffed up as though I were not coming to you But I will come to you shortly if the Lord wills and I will know not the word of those who are puffed up but the power For the kingdom of God is not in word but in power I think in America today there's just too much talk in the house of God and too little power And I don't know about you but I'm very very weary of it all Jesus Christ told us in [... more]

When does a religious practice turn into legalism From his sermon series in the book of Galatians today R C Sproul examines the controversy over circumcision in the early church helping us distinguish between what Christians are free to do and what God actually requires Receive R C Sproul's ebook commentary on the book of Galatians with your donation https gift renewingyourmind org Meet Today's Teacher R C Sproul was founder of Ligonier Ministries first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel first president of Reformation Bible College and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine Renewing Your Mind is [... more]

The Judgment Seat of Christ Getting in Divine Order Until He Comes Is the concept of Jesus judging a contradiction to the Savior revealed in the Gospels While believers often picture Christ in His ministry of teaching preaching healing and demonstrating divine compassion the scriptures present another critical dimension of His identity Judge In this foundational episode Dr Greg Hinnant opens a practical study on Revelation examining the legal opinions Christ delivered to seven historical churches in the Roman province of Asia As Jesus revealed in John the Father has committed all judgment into His hands spanning nations Gentiles Israel [... more]

Jesus commanded us to make disciples of all nations which means every Christian has an obligation to evangelize But is that really so different from what other religions do In this episode we compare Christianity's evangelism to the spread of Buddhism and Islam and make the case that only one of them comes without coercion Islam spread largely by the sword and a tax on those who refused to convert while Christianity has always come with an invitation not a threat We trace the roots of evangelism all the way back to Genesis and Abraham being a light unto the [... more]

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n this episode of Wednesday in the Word Stu Epperson and Dr Sam Horn walk through Galatians and examine Paul's defense of the true gospel Paul travels to Jerusalem with Barnabas and Titus not to receive authorization from the apostles but to demonstrate that the gospel he received from Christ and preached to the Gentiles was the same gospel proclaimed by the apostles in Jerusalem At the center of the discussion is Titus an uncircumcised Gentile believer who becomes a test case for the gospel of grace Paul refuses to yield to the Judaizers even for a moment because adding [... more]

What happens when the man who once persecuted the church becomes one of its greatest proclaimers In this episode of Wednesday in the Word Stu Epperson and Dr Sam Horn explore Galatians and Paul's powerful testimony of transformation Paul makes clear that the gospel he preached was not a message created by man it was revealed to him by Jesus Christ Together they examine Paul's dramatic conversion his calling to preach to the Gentiles and the incredible way God redeemed his past for His purposes His story reminds us that no past is beyond God's grace and that Christ must [... more]

The Old Testament holds many precious promises that can be joyfully appropriated by Christians, despite the supersession of animal sacrifices and temple rituals by Christ's one sacrifice. Paul's new revelations in the Christian gospel bring Jews and Gentiles together as one body in Christ, allowing Gentile believers to share in all gracious promises of God in the Old Testament, except those dealing with Israel's future as a nation. [... more]

The book of Jonah is a story of God's relationship and sovereignty over all creation and all kingdoms, revealing His mercy and the gospel through the life and ministry of the prophet Jonah, who was commissioned to preach to a Gentile nation and experienced a miraculous rescue and a song of praise. [... more]

Jesus teaches that our influence matters, and we should use it to bless others, not impress them. He also emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, faith, and obedience, and how these qualities can lead to spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with God. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's ministry in Corinth was marked by opposition from the Jewish community, but he persevered and eventually established a thriving church. Paul's message of Jesus Christ as the Messiah was met with hostility, but he continued to preach and teach, leading many to faith, including the synagogue ruler Crispus and his household. Paul's words to the Jewish people, 'Your blood be on your own heads,' serve as a reminder of the spiritual responsibility to share the truth of Jesus Christ with others, and the accountability that comes with failing to do so. [... more]

God's judgment is according to truth, and those who practice evil will be condemned. Hypocrisy is a threat to anyone who dares to stand in a pulpit and correct sinners when every preacher is himself a sinner. The goodness of God leads to repentance, but those who despise his goodness will be judged according to their deeds. Every single sin we ever commit is exposed to God's perfect judgment, and we will be judged according to our works, both good and bad. [... more]

The study of Bible prophecy offers spiritual protection and assurance, verifying the nature and character of God. Current events in the Middle East, particularly in Iran and Israel, are unfolding according to prophecy. The situation in Iran is crucial, with the regime's existence in question, and the potential for a surprise attack on Israel and Gulf states. Meanwhile, China's rise as a global power and its ambitions in the Arctic and beyond are raising concerns. The war in Ukraine between Russia and Ukraine is also ongoing, with reports of instability inside Russia. Additionally, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is transforming culture and society, raising concerns about its potential impact on humanity and its connection to biblical prophecy. [... more]

Paul the Apostle reveals the mystery of the church, a new society where Gentiles are fellow heirs of the same body and partakers of God's promise in Christ. He explains how God's plan was hidden in the Old Testament but is now revealed through his apostles and prophets, and how the church is a graduate course in salvation for angelic beings, demonstrating God's manifold wisdom and power. [... more]

Paul's letter to the Ephesians emphasizes the unity of believers across cultural and ethnic divides, highlighting the removal of the wall of separation between Jews and Gentiles through Jesus Christ. He explains that believers are no longer strangers and foreigners but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets with Jesus Christ as the chief cornerstone. [... more]

Paul's confrontation with Peter over his behavior in Antioch highlights the importance of living in step with the truth of the gospel, which is not about keeping a moral code but about pursuing a personal relationship with Christ, being free from the law and its requirements, and serving in the new way of the Spirit. [... more]

Pastor Ernie Sanders discusses the Church of Laodicea, the tribulation period, and the judgment of the Gentiles, referencing Revelation 3 and Matthew 25, and warning about the dangers of symbolism over substance in modern Christianity. [... more]

Jesus meets Moses, the law, and Simeon, a righteous and devout man who has been waiting for the Messiah. Mary and Joseph follow the law by circumcising Jesus and presenting him to the Lord, and they offer sacrifices for purification. Simeon recognizes Jesus as the Messiah and blesses God, while Anna, a prophetess, also recognizes Jesus as the Messiah and speaks of Him to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem. [... more]

The unity of believers in Christ is a fundamental truth of the gospel, where individuals are united to Christ and to each other, forming a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. This unity is rooted in the mystical union between Christ and believers, and is expressed in the communion of saints, where Gentiles and Jews are brought together in peace. The foundation of the church is built on the prophets and apostles, who reveal the truth of God, and is knit together by the cornerstone, Jesus Christ, who is the chief cornerstone and the chief builder of the church. [... more]

The Christian resistance delves into the Bible study of Joel chapter three, discussing the judgment of the Gentiles and the Millennial Kingdom. They also touch on the topic of Israel and the Palestinian territories, and the importance of election integrity. Additionally, they discuss the Trump presidency and its impact on the country. [... more]