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The Christian "Passover": Tract Available

My tract The Christian 'Passover' is now available in Tracts on the Publications section.

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Psalm 41: God's Mercy For the Poor

My commentary for Psalm 41, God's Mercy For the Poor, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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Proverbs 20:20 - The Damnable Generation: Commentary #147

My commentary #147 on Proverbs 20:20, The Damnable Generation, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings ephesians paul exodus leviticus colossians 1 timothy timothy 1 john john god the creator understanding human behavior divine god`s wisdom judgement court case cursing parenting lamp darkness damnation generation earth total depravity child care disrespect domestic abuse condemnation fatherhood motherhood life morality code of conduct regard precious gifts blessing entitlement selfishness self interest self importance self control self love gratitude honour father and mother first commandment promise well being long life greatest generation moses old law deserving of death heart authority death penalty blood new law jesus christ eternal condemnation repent attitude obedience pleasing to god knowledge good righteous lawless insubordinate ungodly sinner unholy profanity murder fornication sodomy kidnapping liars perjuring contradictions sound doctrine glory gospels commitment trust commission violation culture apostles hatred mass kill slaughter violence

Proverbs 18:13 - Opinion Polls or Truth?: Commentary #134

My commentary #134 on Proverbs 18:13, Opinion Polls or Truth? is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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Psalm 132: The Cure For Restlessness

My commentary for Psalm 132, The Cure for Restlessness, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms 2 samuel 1 chronicles 1 kings micah 1 samuel matthew acts luke 2 corinthians paul 1 john exodus 1 peter galatians peter hebrews romans 1 corinthians colossians cure restless songs of degrees songs of ascension prayer david solomon concern holy temple ark of the covenant legacy remembrance faithful live a faithful life swearing places of worship find comfort house bed asleep relax house of god permit builder temple ephrathah region bethlehem kirjath jearim city of the woods 20 years jerusalem exhortation tabernacle tent solomon`s temple jesus christ church of christ church building true worship god`s footstool true worship god`s response god`s presence propitiation for our sins mercy seat cover sin whole world priests clothing duty christian jesus` baptism god`s promises son of god house of god david`s throne jesus the king spiritual house requirement failure zion choice resting place eternal jesus` life jesus` death and burial cross destruction of jerusalem 70 spiritual kingdom israel god`s people provide blessing bread of life joy singing word of christ answers obedience

Decide to Follow God: Deuteronomy 30:19

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Proverbs 24:23-25 - Judging With No Sympathy for Sin: Commentary #173

My commentary #173 on Proverbs 24:23-25, Judging With No Sympathy for Sin, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings leviticus deuteronomy john isaiah matthew 1 corinthians paul psalms david acts luke 2 corinthians mark judgement sympathy sin god the creator understanding human behavior behaviour divine wisdom court case live a faithful life wise good partiality wicked righteousness cursing nations abhor rebuke delight blessing moses old law condemnation objectivity morality decision making injustice poor honor mighty neighbor hearing small great fearless presence god’s judgement pervert justice social justice bribery blind eyes twists the words god`s wisdom speak bread transgressions jesus christ truth appearances righteous judgment moral code absolute values christian double standard reversed morality evil good and evil right and wrong darkness light bitterness sweet hypocrisy application same judgment judge another judgement of man good judgment leniency sexual immorality gentiles incest puffed up mourning take your stand absent in body present in spirit spirit body name of the lord jesus church assembly god`s power deliverance satan destruction flesh salvation day of the lord world acceptance standard commendation self esteem approval keep doer of the word feelings believers baptism unbelievers

Psalm 67: Let All the Peoples Praise You, O God

My commentary for Psalm 67, Let All the Peoples Praise You, O God, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david galatians paul acts luke hebrews numbers john deuteronomy proverbs solomon 1 timothy timothy romans ephesians all nations people praise to god appeal acceptance desire god`s blessing whole world hope israel seed god`s plan salvation mankind promise fulfilled jesus christ future time abraham mercy forgiveness requests sinner giving priests moses old law keep face of god shine god`s grace lift up peace god`s covenant jehovah yhwh israelites government knowledge holy brethren preach the word sin believers justified all things god’s judgement righteousness jesus the judge ignorance overlook god`s command all men repent appointed by god judgement day ordained by god assurance raise from the dead resurrection gentiles praise to god earth yield increase physical blessing diligence obedience voice of god strict observance follow truth source of blessings rich sorrow corrupt mind destitute godliness meaning of life gain gospel of greed greed sincerity principled business jewish save the lost one gospel added to his church same family church of christ

Profanity: Sermon Presentation Available

My sermon entitled Profanity is available in Sermon Powerpoints.

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  Tags 1 peter peter exodus moses psalms david leviticus deuteronomy matthew ephesians paul james acts luke profanity swearing oaths new law cursing sacred holy harm follow wrong suffering blessing fear troubles sanctified lord god heart defence ask questions hope meek conscience evil doer revilers good conduct jesus christ shame god`s will evil god holy ground anointed answers holy heaven atonement sanctuary tabernacle altar unholy waste lord walks in the midst deliverance god`s gift enemy unclean turn away the word justified condemnation corrupt word good word grace hearing drunkenness alcohol sons death penalty statutes generation name of the lord guilt o my god omg blasphemy noble name calling jesus warning animals pearls before swine peter`s denial forget argument peter preach the word gospel of christ pentecost repent baptism name of the lord jesus remission of sin gift of the holy spirit exhortation salvation perverse

Words of Wisdom: October 17 - 20, 2017

Please find my Words of Wisdom as Audio and as Transcripts for the days:

10/17/2017: Sexual Immorality

10/18/2017: An Immoral Playhouse

10/19/2017: Escaping Immorality

10/20/2017: Live In, Not Of, The World

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  Tags genesis john galatians 2 john 1 corinthians paul proverbs solomon romans psalms david colossians sexual immorality writing letters epistles keep evil company immorality god`s plan virgin heterosexual marriage life faithful commitment practice evil rape incest adultery homosexuality sodomy pornography fornication sexual harassment premarital sex business leadership entertainment religion good moral code endorsement hiding put away righteousness choice friendship way of the wicked astray play knowledge gave them over debased mind actions 20 sin evil mind haters of god violence unloving unmerciful god’s judgement deserving of death practice evil approval wilful ignorance wicked men wicked justified guilt sinner hypocrisy deceipt escape god`s wisdom holy bible deliverance way of the wicked speak perverse right paths upright walk walk in darkness rejoicing delight vile everyone does it judge another blessing counseling ungodly path of sinners stand sit seat of the scornful scorn god`s law meditation day and night bible study live in the world of the world corinth covetous extortioners idolatry sharing safety living live a faithful life christian life prayer disciples out of the world evil one earth walk in wisdom unbelievers believers redemption time

We See the Unseen: PowerPoints Available

My sermon We See the Unseen is now available in Sermon Powerpoints. The sermon was delivered in October, 2015.

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Psalm 104: The Greatness of God

In light of recent Words of Wisdom on Evolution, my commentary for Psalm 104, The Greatness of God, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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Psalm 65: The Living God Rules the Living World

In light of recent Words of Wisdom on the theory of Evolution, my commentary for Psalm 65, The Living God Rules the Living World, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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Psalm 23: Consolation for a Battered Soul

My commentary for Psalm 23, Consolation for a Battered Soul, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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Proverbs 12:14 - There Is NO Silent Satisfaction: Commentary #58

My commentary #58 on Proverbs 12:14, There Is NO Silent Satisfaction, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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Psalm 63: God's Help for David - and Us

In light of tropical storm Harvey, my commentary for Psalm 63, God's Help for David - and Us, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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Proverbs 11:26 - Corrupt Commerce Commentary #48

My commentary #48 on Proverbs 11:26, Corrupt Commerce, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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Proverbs 21:5 - Hurry Up and Lose: Commentary #153

My commentary #153 on Proverbs 21:5, Hurry Up and Lose, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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Proverbs 30:11 - 14 - Generation D (Destroyed) Commentary #202

My commentary #202 on Proverbs 30:11 - 14, Generation D (Destroyed), is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings genesis ecclesiastes 1 corinthians paul matthew jeremiah titus acts luke generation destruction god the creator understanding human behaviour divine wisdom preservation holy spirit new testament cursing father blessing mother purity own eyes wash filth lofty open eyes teeth sword knives devour poor earth needs jacob jacob & rachel 14 years laban experience teachers happiness appreciate loveless hypocrisy arrogance cruelty enemy self destruction self harm child care media fantasy entertainment social networking heart connection relationships spiritual growth slaves of sin conscience lost generation sons of men disrespect god`s plan man and woman all things divorce single parenting marriage god`s way respect sin abundance cold and heat impossible seeing self aware self examination wash lye soap iniquity lord god pollution apostles knowledge justified god’s judgement drunkenness irresponsible sex disease drugs abuse reckless hatred hands condemnation outward appearance righteousness lawless attitude woe scribes pharisees builder tomb prophets monuments forefathers partake blood witness sons murder prophecy filled measure guilt serpent escape hell protestors selfishness narrow mindedness admission benefit great widows house pretence prayer change conversion little children humility kingdom of heaven obedience god`s command repent baptism name of the lord jesus remission of sin soul salvation crooked and perverse generation

Psalm 87: Desire to Worship God

My commentary for Psalm 87, Desire to Worship God, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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