Sermons from May 2018
Introduction to Amos (Amos 1:1; 7:14-15)
This Sunday we start a new study of the book of Amos. Who was Amos? Amos was herdsman who also picked figs. He had no religious pedigree or prominence. He was a country farmer whom God called to preach. His preaching style is simple and to the point. His illustrations are very down to earth and easy to understand. Although he was from Judah his ministry was predominantly in the nation of Israel. When did he preach? Amos preached around…
Watching Over Your Own Soul – Removing Sources of Temptation
Jesus gives very specific instructions for overcoming our besetting sins. Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that…
Marriage is Temporary (Matthew 22:23-30)
The Sadducees ask Jesus about marriage in the Resurrection (heaven, eternity.) His answer bothers many Christians. He emphatically states that no one is married in heaven. Your wife will no longer be your wife; your husband will no longer be your husband. Why does this clear teaching bother us so much? Why we err Jesus’ answer bothered the Sadducees as well. The reason? They were ignorant of Scripture and the power of God. Although we think we have it figured…
Watching Over Your Own Soul – Judah
Judah is one of the greatest stories of sin and redemption. From his life we can learn much for our own souls. And they said one to another, Behold, this dreamer cometh. Come now therefore, and let us slay him, and cast him into some pit, and we will say, Some evil beast hath devoured him: and we shall see what will become of his dreams. And Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us…
Honoring Your Parents (Mark 7:6-13)
Jesus confronts the religious leaders of His day for ignoring what God says in order to promote their own traditions. Corban vs. Commandments He uses the practice of Corban to prove His point. God places a high value on honoring ones parents; He even instituted the death penalty for children who cursed their parents. Jesus makes clear that this honor is due our parents until their death and means that we should care for them in their old age. Corban…
Watching Over Your Own Soul – Peter (Part 3)
We pick up where we left off last week: And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. And there…
Role Reversal (Genesis 3:6, 16; 4:6)
Role reversal The very first sin was a case of marital role reversal. Instead of leading and making the decision Adam followed Eve. Instead of supporting Adam Eve made the decision. Every single marital problem I have ever encountered has had its roots in role reversal. Submission is not the curse, it is the solution Many people have classified God’s instructions to Eve concerning submission as part of the curse; however, God is simply instructing Eve on how to avoid…
Watching Over Your Own Soul – Peter (Part 2)
We continue looking at Peter’s life so that we might better understand our own sin. Then saith Jesus unto them, All ye shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered abroad. But after I am risen again, I will go before you into Galilee. Peter answered and said unto him, Though all men shall be offended because of thee, yet will I never be…