From a Dark Night to a Glorious Morning I. The Dark Night The Landscape Prior to Christ’s Birth Oppression by the Roman Government Oppression by the Jewish Leadership Bondage to Legalism and Works The Bondage of Sin The Things Which Bind Us The Practices that Keep Us The Sins That Haunt Us II. The Glorious … Continue reading
How Do I Love Them? (Loving Souls)
There are lots of souls in the world in need of a Savior. We can ignore them, and remain comfortable in our normal lives. Or, we can change our perspective and see the world differently, and act accordingly. Soul-winning and loving souls demands change and sacrifice, and is not always easy, but it is pleasing … Continue reading How Do I Love Them? (Loving Souls)
How Do I Love Them?
How Do I Love Them? Dr. Greg Sloop, Lead Pastor There are lots of souls in the world in need of a Savior. We can ignore them, and remain comfortable in our normal lives. Or, we can change our perspective and see the world differently, and act accordingly. Soul-winning and loving souls demands change and … Continue reading How Do I Love Them?
The Truth Shall Make You Free John 8:31-36
John 8:31–36 (NKJV) 31 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. 32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” The Word is Truth! Whose word are we believing? Activists and PACs who say that homosexuality is a normal … Continue reading The Truth Shall Make You Free John 8:31-36
Coming Home – Luke 15
Luke 15:11–24 (NKJV) 11 Then He said: “A certain man had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ So he divided to them his livelihood. The Desire for the Exciting Things of This World “Give me my portion…” 13 And not many … Continue reading Coming Home – Luke 15
Universal Truths for Young and Old: Psalm 37:23–29 (NKJV)
Notes from Sunday PM KCOG Worship Service Psalm 37:23–29 (NKJV) 23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, And He delights in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the Lord upholds him with His hand. The favor of the Lord comes through goodness … Continue reading Universal Truths for Young and Old: Psalm 37:23–29 (NKJV)
The Laborers (Matthew 11:28-30; Matthew 9:37-38)
Matthew 11:28–30 (NKJV) 28 Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” … Continue reading The Laborers (Matthew 11:28-30; Matthew 9:37-38)
More Godly Speech and Lifestyle Ephesians 5:17–21 (NKJV) 17 Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit, 19 speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in … Continue reading
How Do I Love “We?” Speaking the Truth in Love, Pt. 2: Godly Speech
Godly Speech Ephesians 4:25–32 (NKJV) 25 Therefore, putting away lying, “Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor,” for we are members of one another. 26 “Be angry, and do not sin”: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil. Don't Lie: Speak Truth (v. 25) Godly … Continue reading How Do I Love “We?” Speaking the Truth in Love, Pt. 2: Godly Speech
How Do I Love “We?”: Speak the Truth in Love, Part 1
From the Series How Do I Love We? Speak the Truth in Love Ephesians 4:15 The Gifts Are For for the Good of the Church Ephesians 4:11–16 (NKJV) 11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of … Continue reading How Do I Love “We?”: Speak the Truth in Love, Part 1