“in a minute” The going and coming of Jesus Verse 16, “In a little while you will see me no more, then in a little while you will see me” … the disciple’s grief will turn to joy 1) The time has come 2) The pain is worth the joy. Verse 22, “Now is your time of grief, but I will see…
What is spiritual activity? The Spirit is… – Powerful – Unpredictable and uncontrollable – Empowering – Guiding The context – a community about to be stripped of its leader. It is better for you if I go away. (verse 7) Receiving the Spirit of truth Two things to note: – The repetition of truth – Trinitarian co-operation The Spirit who confronts the…
The end of the world is nigh! “As Christians we have the expectation of the personal return of the Lord Jesus Christ.” What the bible says 1 Thess 1:9-10 … “waiting for the Son from Heaven”. Acts 1:11 … Jesus will return from heaven in the same way that they saw him go into heaven. 1 Cor 15:23 … first fruits ……
Show Movie – Big Red As Christians we believe that the Holy Spirit “indwells and sanctifies the Christian believer.” Sanctifies us = he helps us to live a God honouring (holy) life. Why no argument? … a common gospel. … serious error when they reject other truths What does the bible say? 1) The teaching role … Ezekiel 36:27 … to move…
The best question in the world What must I do to be saved? Acts 16:30 Truths to die for … … absolute truth exists. Why this truth matters Firstly, it affects what is central in gospel ministry. Secondly, it affects what the bible says about the gospel being a free gift, a gospel of grace. Thirdly, because it will affect who we…
Moving furniture can be dangerous! Reconciliation The ark as God’s provision Rule Reconciliation Revelation Uzzah’s irreverence Michal’s contempt
2 Samuel 4 The story so far… 2 Samuel 3:1 “The war between the house of Saul and the house of David lasted a long time. David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.” Divine providence… 2 Samuel 4:9 “As surely as the Lord lives, who has delivered me out of every trouble” God will definitely…