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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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What About Profanity? Bible Article

My article What About Profanity? is now available in Bible Articles. It first appeared in the Gospel Gleaner in Q3, 2002.

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  Tags matthew luke leviticus numbers exodus history john 2 corinthians mark gospels ephesians paul epistles letters genesis hebrews 1 timothy deuteronomy jeremiah romans philippians acts daniel revelation colossians ezekiel 2 peter profanity blasphemy ungodly god`s word sin heart judgement jesus evil false testimony good fruits bad fruit idle words justified christian old law moses death israelites new testament holy sacred scriptures hell angels damnation fornication covetous saints fool joking church of christ denominations thanksgiving idolatry kingdom of god deceipt god`s wrath disobedience adam & eve condemnation birthright esau folly peter cursing swearing truth conscience drugs name of the lord jesus god`s name respect vow oaths bible obedience heaven god`s throne earth jerusalem honesty sincerity reverance elohim god the creator god`s power lord lord of lords mighty babylon nebuchadnezzar creation worship evolution incense tabernacle altar aaron nadab & abihu fire commandments drunkenness clean unclean myths prophets jesus christ buddhism mohammed papacy book of mormon charles darwin marxism baptism membership remission of sin sprinkling christening singing entertainment music worship jewish judaism jesus the man saul`s conversion sanctified forgiveness repent new york

God IS Great, Because... Sermon Chart Available

My chart for the sermon God IS Great Because is now available in Sermon Charts.

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  Tags hebrews psalms david genesis acts luke exodus ecclesiastes deuteronomy 1 corinthians paul luke 1 timothy galatians god god the creator god the sustainer of life god’s word heaven animals breath of life seas earth fear of god awe god`s command elohim preachers preach the word living god nations witness good seasons heart gladness sacrifice jehovah yhwh i am holy lord god`s people love oaths pharaoh egypt redemption righteousness promised land wicked understanding stiff necked people wisdom flesh mighty noble god`s chosen fool weak shame god`s glory thanksgiving jesus christ faith ministry blasphemy persecution insolent mercy ignorance unbelievers god`s grace salvation sin jesus the saviour longsuffering patience belief eternal life crucifixion second death son of god self sacrifice reward diligence baptism jewish gentiles slavery freedom one faith seed of abraham heirs

Psalm 95: A Call To Worship God

My commentary for Psalm 95, A Call To Worship God, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david hebrews paul 1 peter peter 2 timothy timothy galatians acts luke revelation john colossians 1 thessalonians jude numbers 1 corinthians ephesians james deuteronomy genesis isaiah exodus matthew mark romans service to god business holy spirit author inspired word of god scriptures message control words guidance prophets apostles christian copy translations letters complete god`s works contend for the faith earnest faith once for all deliverance saints 40 wandering in the wilderness israelites church of christ calling worship unbelief devil attendance church assembly service boring corporate church hypocrisy worshipping god waste time importance priority acceptance presence singing shout joy thanksgiving play music instruments worship elements great god great king above all gods one god ownership earth god the creator bow down kneeling physical humility heart sheep sheep of his pasture rebellion leadership egypt bondage food complaint water giving old law idolatry refuse promised land temptation of jesus hardened hearts written word temptation lord your god hearing voice of god grief wilful ignorance god`s way swearing god`s wrath salvation heaven lost learning lesson history doom repetition destruction keep soul eternal hell fire vain

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

Psalm 22: I Will Praise You

My commentary for Psalm 22, I Will Praise You, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david matthew mark 2 corinthians paul hebrews exodus isaiah luke john colossians acts ephesians romans cross jesus christ jesus` death and burial inspired word of god prophecy church of christ purchase price paid jesus` blood word of christ speak sinner forsake seek god agony soul reconciliation world trespass commitment sinless intercession redeemer righteousness days flesh offering prayer supplication cry tears salvation hearing godliness fear of god son of god learning obedience suffering god`s only begotten son forefathers deliverance egypt jewish captivity crucifixion prophets despise rejection sorrow grief blasphemy rulers jewish unbelievers trust mother example faith home parenting hiring grandparents child care apostles thomas doubting seeing hands nailed to the cross physical evidence prophecy fulfilled divided garments gambling clothing music church of christ reference instruments old law moses reign david`s throne new testament self sacrifice obedience gospel of christ burial with christ baptism into his death resurrection bodily resurrection god`s glory god the father new life disciples all nations

Shrines to Apostasy: Free Tract

My tract, Shrines to Apostasy, is available for free download from Tracts in Publications.

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  Tags mark hebrews paul john acts luke revelation genesis 1 corinthians exodus numbers 2 samuel 1 kings 2 kings 2 chronicles ezra ephesians colossians matthew romans titus 2 corinthians 1 timothy respect acceptable guidance god`s command mankind commandments of men church history pleasing to god faith god`s word nations shrines purpose tower of babel make a name for ourselves babylon babel confusion languages all earth builder truth glory opposition destiny rejection cooperation tabernacle israelites old law moses worship jewish wandering in the wilderness wilderness david jerusalem solomon`s temple solomon kingdom divisions northern king southern king corrupt promised land assyria judah nebuchadnezzar house of god 70 exile restoration israel god`s promises rebuild jerusalem zerubbabel temple destruction herod great jesus` life strict observance samaritan woman cleansing the temple reading body of christ new temple church of christ spiritual body jesus christ church of god corinth preach the word gospel of christ hearing belief baptism church growth membership one body christian believers temple of the holy spirit one faith material world salvation blood sacrifice purchase price paid paganism idolatry god the creator world nature lord of heaven and earth god`s dwelling life giving all breath of life children of god think divine treasure spirit flesh location geography holy holy land earthly body offering purpose sanctuary god`s presence sacred places of worship kingdom of christ holiness grace pharisees kingdom of god coming one seeing old testament altar devotion men priests nakedness stage sensual entertainment mount sinai miracles gifts work god`s glory god`s works new testament appointed by god apostles boast fellow laborer ambition selfishness history vanity mind steadfast submit doctrine false teachers wisdom appearances religion neglect of the body indulgence flesh new law jesus` death and burial resurrection service to god god`s plan save the lost sinner holy spirit preservation saved by works pride sacrifice church building rituals discipline liberty worldly life unholy seasons disgrace mass spiritual life purpose to life meaning of life apostasy relics opposition myths saints roman catholic church of england england mystic buddhism hinduism islam greek orthodox dedicated memorial one god monuments kentucky barton w stone reformation bible teaching leadership accusations ephesus way demetrius diana profitable workers business prosperity hearing asia gods made with hands goddess despise world wrath money spirit of error repetition methodist adam clarke guy n woods alexander the great baptist c h spurgeon self interest power adversary cause divisions men`s names perfection one mind same judgment prayer belief mimicry sectarian n b hardeman

Sins That Stop a Church: Sermon Outline

My sermon outline Sins That Stop a Church, based on 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, is now available in Sermon Outlines.

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  Tags 1 corinthians paul acts philippians 1 peter 1 timothy titus hebrews john mark matthew luke numbers james 1 thessalonians 2 timothy galatians 2 peter colossians exodus psalms david genesis deuteronomy israel church wilderness example good unbelievers sin students bible study church of christ guidance deliverance leadership eat and drink manna water of life god`s word eternal salvation elders lust desire seek gospel of christ messiah religion denominations idolatry living god worldly life christian life worship church building money comfort time actions man worship the creature fornication honor god`s law marriage temptation of jesus proof test forbidden divine providence massah holy spirit sound doctrine holy bible source of truth right and wrong wandering in the wilderness cross jesus christ unbelievers condemnation jewish miracles resurrection conviction son of god signs murmerers god`s way greed sickness miriam bible women complainers promised land moses humility good works benevolence jerusalem hospitality slander back biters tale bearer dissension security hope fear repent god’s judgement guilt hindrance obedience disobedience judgement day

What We Don't Know Can Hurt Us: Sermon Chart

My chart for the sermon What We Don't Know Can Hurt Us is now available in Sermon Charts. It is based upon Proverbs 4:14 - 19.

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  Tags proverbs solomon genesis exodus amos jeremiah matthew acts luke knowledge ignorance wicked evil eat and drink drunkenness violence justified darkness light lord cain abel keep abimelech servants abraham isaac death age jacob laban rachel gods pharaoh obedience israelites israel impatience egypt violence thief judah poor fool god`s way god’s judgement chief priests elders authority temple john the baptist baptism heaven man belief prophets parables rebellion god`s will tax collectors prostitutes kingdom of god righteousness seeing repent 10 virgins parables 2 sons wisdom preparation son of man second coming 2nd coming of christ excuse god`s command judgement day ordained by god resurrection

Proverbs 11:20-21 - Is Anything "Right" or "Wrong"?: Commentary #44

My commentary #44 on Proverbs 11:20-21, Is Anything "Right" or "Wrong"? is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs 1 kings exodus matthew philippians paul colossians 1 thessalonians nahum 2 timothy timothy isaiah luke acts right and wrong right wrong god the creator understanding human behavior divine god`s wisdom judgement court case perverse heart abomination to the lord blameless delight joined wicked punishment retribution descendants righteous deliverance good and evil unrighteous clear absolute values clouds confusion way of the wicked love of god follow evil thoughts words pure in heart pleasing to god arrogance doubting power king pharaoh who is god god`s existence obedience voice of god israelites egypt jewish captivity unknown god 10 plagues plagues of egypt 10 destruction kingdom challenge rule of god omnipotent condemnation moses old law priests temple zacharias elizabeth saul of tarsus cross gospel of christ sinner god is good stronghold troubles trust truth overpower strength change shrink morality moral code code of conduct relative morality moral equivalence reversed morality false teachers justified just prophets inspired word of god woe darkness light bitterness sweet reflection jesus the teacher high esteem society god`s sight hope recognition admission repent baptism name of the lord jesus remission of sin

Psalm 35: Which God Should We Worship?

My commentary for Psalm 135, Which God Should We Worship?, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms matthew luke exodus joshua deuteronomy genesis god worship god of gods god`s people praise the lord supreme god`s name servants house of god good god is good singing pleasing to god joy jacob israel ishmael special treasure jesus christ great god above all gods gods omnipotent god the creator rule the earth water cycle heavens seas deep lightning rain winds one god monotheism idolatry false gods god`s blessing kingdom of israel signs wonders death firstborn egypt plagues of egypt beast defeat canaanite nations promised land canaan obedience human plans image mouth eyes ears breath of life his image godliness trust blind deaf omnipresent house of aaron house of levi fear of god source of blessings living god deserve helper

Psalm 73: Why Do the Wicked Prosper?

My commentary for Psalm 73, Why Do the Wicked Prosper?, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms asaph 2 chronicles nehemiah matthew hebrews paul ephesians david proverbs solomon galatians job luke mark exodus 2 corinthians 2 timothy james wicked prosperity conviction believers source of blessings blessed life live a faithful life christian life resolution troubles conflict faith renewal confidence prophets seer 12 israel restoration promised land remembrance stumbling block stumble pure in heart seeing good envy easy life death overlook jezebel king saul absalom ahithophel adolf hitler benito mussolini worldly life self serving self interest selfishness righteousness love the lord your god darkness dark side pride violence covetous perverse languages trust edward parry tongue walk earth speak poor oppression master opposition suppression lies innocent false testimony bitterness strict observance government human law cast away cord discord religion heresies superstition patience stubborn perverse church think devour house of god possessions resurrection future hope eat and drink tomorrow abuse one sided cup sin ignorance rich worldly riches questions doubting faith pain answers church assembly moses builder tabernacle sanctuary god`s dwelling god`s people worship temple church of christ church building public assembly hearing bible teaching preach the word teachers troubles bible study destruction fool wilful ignorance forget lesson resolution led by faith salvation god is faithful heaven faithful earth desert god draw near

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

What's "New" In "Happy New Year"?

My revised sermon What's "New" In "Happy New Year"? is now available in Sermon Powerpoints.

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  Tags isaiah luke deuteronomy john 2 corinthians paul 1 timothy 1 corinthians numbers hebrews genesis 2 peter exodus 1 john galatians matthew acts new year spirits holy spirit lord perverse spirit egypt all work drunkenness sickness heed heart cares of the world judgement day myths truth living god china rome rejection jesus christ way beginning noah`s ark noah flood israelites god`s people conform worship new world good conduct godliness haste look forward day of the lord heaven fire jesus` promise new heaven new earth righteousness forbidden boast cross crucifixion circumcision uncircumcised zion jerusalem heavenly jerusalem angels church assembly church of the firstborn god the judge of all justice men perfection jesus the mediator god`s covenant blood sprinkling abel flesh knowledge old life pass away behold all new conversion children kingdom of heaven humility great repent sin refresh god`s presence

Psalm 80: Laments for a Broken People

My commentary for Psalm 80, Laments for a Broken People, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david 2 chronicles genesis exodus galatians paul mark john lament broken condition god`s people problems vine appeal history babylon conquest southern king judah severity punishment mockers messenger of god despise god`s word scoffing prophets god`s wrath remedy sin abandon god`s law joseph salvation brothers israel israelites god`s presence representative ark of the covenant angels wings jacob rachel benjamin tribes ephraim manasseh northern king change favour anger tears ridicule humility repent questions nations vine egypt promised land mediterranean sea euphrates river destruction enemy boar wild beast vineyard burning fire cut down promise abraham right hand new testament jesus christ resurrection heaven right hand of god old testament ezra nehemiah physical earthly life true worship jerusalem sacrifice remembrance lord`s supper kingdom of god new birth proof holy bible earth moses old law cross

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 30 - November 3, 2017

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

10/30/2017: Promise To Return Israelites To Land

10/31/2017: Government Without God

11/01/2017: Bible Over False Prophets

11/02/2017: Doctrine By the People

11/03/2017: Worship God, Not Man

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  Tags 2 chronicles jeremiah ezra romans paul 1 peter peter proverbs solomon 1 kings mark isaiah 2 timothy exodus timothy acts luke god`s promises israelites promised land babylon king nebuchadnezzar destruction of jerusalem servants rules kingdom persians prophecy fulfilled inspired word of god mouth 70 years complete visit good stirred up spirit cyrus judah jerusalem 1900 liars myths meaning government godlessness soul subject authority appointed by god source of law citizenship tyranny ban confiscation of property holy bible education persecution believers forget law giver resurrection jesus christ heaven right hand of god angels power recognition mercy truth preservation lovingkindness uphold throne false prophets syria ahab king of israel 400 prophets jehoshaphat king of judah micaiah imiah hatred good evil living god speak one man belief baptism salvation unbelievers condemnation doctrine people rebellion lies children law of the lord seer right way smooth deceipt preachers god`s word preach the word disobedience representative sound doctrine desire itching ears ears fables worship choice church of christ denominations entertainment service of man appeal change moses approach draw near sandals remove shoes feet holy ground reverance attitude added to his church daily obedience god`s will offering spiritual sacrifices

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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  Tags romans paul john hebrews ecclesiastes genesis exodus 2 samuel 1 chronicles esther proverbs solomon psalms david ephesians 1 timothy titus 1 peter luke jeremiah acts creation apologetics eternal power godhead thomas doubting proof belief lord blessing beauty humour morality conscience love duty hope good moses priest saul jonathan worship evil heart fornication unclean covetous saints fool joking thanksgiving laughter pain cheerful sorrow spirit of man conviction purity accountability bible teaching prayer confidence honor commandments obedience servants god the father hurtful work of the lord salvation seeing evolution gospel of christ understanding seeing god the maker excuse physical evidence unbelievers water right and wrong eternal life time truth clothing death appeal earthly body affliction feast kings christian life filth coarse jesting benefit science merry defiled mind seared desire doer of the word unprofitable actions hurtful look forward inward reflection

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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  Tags psalms david genesis acts luke 1 john hebrews paul exodus great god power order of life creation honesty soul distraction awe god the creator heavens earth seas living god all things clothing honor majesty blessing human worth 24 days 6 light clouds winds form angels spirits foundation immovable destruction world mankind limited power mountains deep god`s word dry land boundary oceans vegetation animals water spring hill food divine providence service of man rulers sun and moon cycle seasons government hunt work week ship sailing creatures dependence harvest open hand troubles breath death dust of the ground holy spirit inspired word of god holy bible instruction renewal rest 7 7th day 6 needs meditation worship sanctified jewish nation israelites sabbath manna wandering in the wilderness high esteem singing eager anticipation god’s judgement wicked

Proverbs 14:28 - A Kingdom Divided Against Itself: Commentary #88

My commentary #88 on Proverbs 14:28, A Kingdom Divided Against Itself, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings 2 chronicles deuteronomy matthew romans paul exodus kingdom divisions divided kingdom god the creator understanding human behaviour divine wisdom court case judgement new testament multitude honor king downfall prince israelites unity god`s blessing rulers promised land queen of sheba lord god delight god`s throne god`s love israel establish eternal justice righteousness death rehoboam listening people seeing murder tax collectors government leadership rebellion jeroboam consequence follow god`s word attention lies servants wicked belief self deception self determination self importance sovereignty power soul subject authority law giver appointed by god source of authority corrupt lion bear wicked men poor great oppression hatred covetous long life acceptance rich opposition propaganda slander forced labor population control tyranny dictator fear of man mass seek purges legions victim 100 000 000 egypt pharaoh islam jewish nation roman catholic holy bible believers catholic inquisition europe joseph stalin russia benito mussolini italy adolf hitler germany mao tse tung china khmer rouge cambodia mantra global warming evolution world economy carbon footprint big government big brother medicine socialism radical right wing fanatic state ownership economics slavery abortion fear of god birth refuse genocide partial abortion euthanasia state control health country minority majority suffering
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