August 5th, 2008
An idea that is hopefully accurate to the text, fairly succinct, somewhat memorable, or perhaps just plain clear. These are the sermons that gradually transform lives.
Often times during revivals, bible conferences, camp meetings, and the like we are exposed to preaching that is of the highest of caliber. Just today I had the privilege of hearing 6 messages that were exceptional. While these messages were amazing, as I read Peter’s words tonight on preaching I am reminded of the immense value of “just plain clear” preaching.
“Campmeeting Preaching” may stir our souls. It may lead us to deeper understanding of God’s word. It is plain preaching that provides the foundation. Preaching the meat and potatoes of the word of God is fundamental and needed. Peter’s admonition to preach accurate and simple is one we preachers should heed.
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August 4th, 2008
And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.
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The Call for Following Christ
Follow me.
Christ commands us to follow him.
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The Consequence of Following Christ
The disciples were transformed. No longer professional anglers, but now evangelists.
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The Completeness of Following Christ
The disciples didn’t take there nets with them as a backup.
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August 3rd, 2008
Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.
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The Sovereignty of Love
It was love bestowed.
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The Substance of Love
How great is this adopting love!
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The Subjects of Love
It is bestowed on us
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The Sustainer of Love
It is the love of a Father. It will not fail.
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August 3rd, 2008
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Godly Influences Rewards your Family
And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, I am the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham’s sake.
Issac was blessed because of Abraham
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Godly Influences Rewards your Friends
And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, tarry: for I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake.
Laban was blessed because of Jacob
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Godly Influences Rewards your Fellow-workers
And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.
Potiphar was blessed because of Joseph
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August 3rd, 2008
But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.
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Grace that is Provided
Christ has given every Christian grace.
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Grace that is Plenty
Grace was given to us according the the measure of the gift of Christ.
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Grace that has a Purpose
Grace was given to us for the exercising of our spiritual gifts.
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July 27th, 2008
I am working on moving the site from it’s original location and to here. Bear with me.
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