Rom 2:1-2
Introduction
In Romans 1, we find that it more directly addresses the gentile heathen people. We find that God was revealed to them through creation, even with in them. At the same time they went out into sin. The Jewish reader of this chapter would be shouting Amen, because it wasn’t aimed at him. It was aimed at heathen people. Paul, now turns the cannon towards the Jewish people. You will recall, he intends to deal with both Jew and Gentile throughout the Book.
Romans 5:12, 18-21
Introduction
The message is simple tonight, but I believe it is important for us to grasp the great truth in this chapter.
Heb. 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:
Rev 20:11-13
May 15, 2019
Pro 3:11-12 - My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction: 12 For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
Intro.
There is a whole passage in Hebrews 12 that talks about the discipline of the Lord! It is very helpful. Hear, we have Solomons wise words on the matter. These verses are a little different in the previous sets, because, before, we have a reward, here, we just have reason. There is reward, and it is great… it is just not mentioned clearly here.
June 4, 2023
Revelation 15
Introduction
The word wrath is used 13 times in the Book of Revelation. The word wrath doesn’t show up in the book of Revelation until chapter 6. Consequently, that is when the tribulation period starts. The last time we see the word wrath in the book of Revelation is chapter 19.
Our goal is not to run a word study on the word wrath tonight, but it is relevant in these chapters that we are looking at. So it is good to have a background understanding of it’s usage throughout Revelation.
June 18, 2023
Revelation 18:1-8
Introduction
Notice, that the Fall of Babylon is referenced back in Revelation 14:6-8. Let's go back and look at it. Clearly that is the timeline of events, and Revelation 17-18 are parenthetical statements, clarifying the details of the fall of Babylon. In Chapter 17, we noted the fall of the religious system of Babylon. It seems more of a system, than a physical, actual place. Notice in Revelation 18, the wording certainly lends itself more to a physical place, and location that would represent the center of political or commercial activity.
May 20, 2020
Proverbs 19:5, 9, 25, 29
Introduction
The Bible clearly shows and displays the compassion, and love of God. Sometimes, people ask the question, “How can a loving God punish people?” Some people could be confused by that. A mom, that loves her child, will at times have to punish and correct her child. Jesus illustrates the undying love of God in the parable of the prodigal son, and at the same time, we can see the need for correction and punishment in
July 9, 2023
Revelation 20:11-15
Introduction
This passage is a very serious passage. It deals with the end of time as we know it, it deals with man standing before God to give account of his deeds. It is important that we understand this will absolutely take place, and every single day, it draws closer.
John 5:22 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son:
July 29, 2020
Proverbs 20:12, 20, 30
Introduction
Tonight is more of a shotgun message, it will hit all over the place instead of just hitting one theme. These are the last three verses that I was not able to fit into a category in this chapter. From Proverbs 10 on, we have many sayings that are not necessarily themed, or go together. For sake of thought and continuity, I have been going through each chapter, and connecting the dots between the thoughts that are covered to give us a uniform way to look at them, and cover topics.
August 12, 2020
Proverbs 21:3
Introduction
When we think of judgment, we tend to think of a judge setting on a throne, passing judgment on someone for wrong doing. While the picture is not wrong, that is a form of judgment, it is not quite complete either.
In looking at Judgment in chapter 21, it paints quite a different picture. Imagine yourself as the judge, now setting at the bench, and every day, deciding what is right and what is wrong in life. Deciding what you must do as a christian. - When you look at it in that light, it paints a very ideal picture of what judgment is.
October 7, 2020
Proverbs 22:9
Introduction
The friends we have and make, in life tell a lot about us. The Bible has a lot to say about friendship, we will not cover it all in a single lesson. We will simply touch a few points on the subject.
Verse 9 could easily fit into a financial category about generosity and giving, it also fits into a friendship category. Giving to others, and befriending the poor. That is something that Jesus did in his earthly ministry. It is usually the poor that need friends, and the help that we can offer. People who are rich, often have more friends than they know what to do with, and half of their friends are not really friends, but fleas looking for what they can get.