Truths to Die For
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…
A truth worth while living for “We believe in the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead”. 1 Cor 15:14, if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. verse 19, if only for this life we have hope in Christ then we are to be pitied more than all people. Evidence for Resurrection (http://citybibleforum.org/city/adelaide/episode/fact-or-fiction-resurrection-fairytale)…
The death of Jesus! “The Cross of Christ” – John Stott. Why did Jesus die? View 1 – an example for us to follow. 1 Peter 2:21, “to this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his steps”. View 2 – Because of his love for us Romans 5:8, “but God demonstrated…
What are you prepared to die for? During the 21st Century every 11 minutes a Christian dies for their faith “We believe in the conception of Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit and his birth by the virgin Mary”. Does it matter? 3 things it can expose. 1) Are words being used honestly? Using the same words with different meaning. Eg: Divinty…