Holding Fast, part 2 Where is our only source of true encouragement? How is encouragement given? By what means do we receive the encouragement we need? The next message in this short series continues to explore Hebrews 10:22-25.
Category: Grace for Living
Grace for everyday living. Embracing a Christ-centered faith in the midst of a self-centered culture.
The Prodigal Son’s Brother
The Prodigal’s Brother The prodigal son and his brother shared at least one thing in common… they both thought their worthiness as a son depended on their behavior. The prodigal reached the point that he acknowledged his unworthiness because of his disobedience, while his older brother questioned why he hadn’t received worthy recognition for his obedience.
Holding Fast
Holding Fast What is the basis of the encouragement we need to hold fast the profession of our faith in these troubled times? Nothing less than the fact that God is faithful!
The Law of Kindness
The Law of Kindness Simple but rare. Basic but vital. Kind hearts and kind deeds. One of the most prominent characteristics of a disciple of Christ ought to be kindness. Just simple kindness. It will set you apart from the rest of the world.
A Life of Purpose
Life of Purpose What am I doing here? What’s it all about? What would God have me to do? Familiar questions? God’s will often escapes us… Finding meaning in life is not always clear. Brother Matt looks at some principles to help us answer these and other similar questions.
High Cost of Discipleship, Michael Green Jr.
High Cost of Discipleship Elder Michael Green, Jr. teaches us, first of all, that discipleship is distinct from sonship. Having established that principle, Brother Michael then emphasizes three points of discipleship: it is costly, it requires great commitment, but it is the most worthwhile endeavor in which we could ever engage ourselves.
The Practicality of the Parables, part 2
The Practicality of the Parables (2) In the second message of this series, we look at the well-known parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10, along with the parable of the wicked husbandmen in Luke 20.
The Practicality of the Parables, part 1
The Practicality of the Parables As disciples of Christ, we have been given the ability to understand the parables; a prominent method used by our Lord in teaching principles concerning his kingdom. The practicality of the parables is amazing; still so applicable to us today. In this message, Brother Matt takes a look at the sower…
The Prodigal Son, Past and Present
The Prodigal Son, Past and Present Almost every young man is ready to leave home and strike out on his own. Many find out that the world is not such a welcoming place. Many find out how difficult the road is when you choose the path contrary to God’s will. In this message, from Luke…
The Need to Pray (part 2)
The Need to Pray (part 2) Prayer is such a wonderful privilege, but one we take for granted so often. What a blessed thought… to be able to reach into the throne room of God; to know Christ is seated at the right hand of God making intercession for us; to know that the Holy…
