Sermons from 2018 (Page 5)
The Sin of Gaza (Amos 1:6-8)
Amos now turns his attention to Gaza, one of the chief cities of the Philistines The Sin of Gaza The Philistines made many raids on the outer villages and towns of Israel and Judah. On one such raid they even made it as far as Jerusalem (2 Chronicles 21:16-17.) During these raids they would kidnap everyone they could, old and young, male and female. They would then sell the people that they kidnapped to be slaves for the Edomites. The…
Watching Over Your Own Soul – Accountability
One of the greatest things that God uses to help us overcome our sin is other brothers and sisters. Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up. Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone? And if one prevail…
The Sin of Damascus (Amos 1:2-5)
Amos declares that God’s judgment is coming like a roaring lion. His judgment will cause men to mourn and mountains to melt. God’s coming judgment on Damascus Damascus has crossed the line and God’s judgment is coming. Damascus is the capital of Syria and is used here to reference the nation of Syria. Amos makes it very clear that there is nothing that the Syrians can do to avert God’s judgment. There comes a time when God’s judgment will come…
Watching Over Your Own Soul – Filling Our Life With Jesus
We are continuing to look at Jesus’ instructions for overcoming our besetting sins. When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the…
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…