“Have you not brought this on yourself by abandoning the Lord your God while He was leading you along the way?” vs17 It is not God’s fault, but He provides the remedy. First, you have abandoned the Lord [vs17]. We turned from...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
God’s people have committed two evils: They’ve turned from Him to what is worthless. Sinners have gone from the Garden of Eden to hell. First, He protected us [vs3]. “Israel was holy to the Lord, the firstfruits of His harvest....[ abbreviated | read entire ]
The Lord promises to be with us in the battle, as we warn sinners. First, the Lord God will bring judgment upon this world [vs14]. “Then the LORD said to me, “Disaster from the north will be poured out on all who live in the...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
The Lord promises to be with us in the battle, as we warn rebellious people. First, the Lord God will bring judgment upon this world [vs14]. “Then the LORD said to me, “Disaster from the north will be poured out on all who live in...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Go and do what God called you to do. You’ve been appointed by irresistible grace for a holy calling, and He is with you. First, He knew you [vs4-5]. “The word of the LORD came to me, saying: ‘Before I formed you in the womb I...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
“If you know these things, you are blessed if you do them.” vs17 We are blessed if we do the will of God, which is to love one another as He’s loved us. First, Jesus has a special people who are in the world [vs1]....[ abbreviated | read entire ]
God must be glorified in all things. This is our responsibility through the gospel of Jesus Christ. First, stay away from false teachers and false prophets [vs17-18]. “Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
“Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the churches of Christ greet you.” vs16 Greet one another with love and affection, because we are one in Christ. First, it only matters that we are in the Lord [vs7-11]. “Greet...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
“Greet Mary, who has worked very hard for you.” vs6 Women can do a lot in the gospel. They can do everything except teach and lead men (1 Tim 2:11-12; 1 Cor 14:34-38]. They cannot function as pastors and elders, holding authority,...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Faithful ministers have a right to be supported [Rom 15:20-24]. Paul says, “I have strongly desired for many years to come to you whenever I travel to Spain. For I hope to see you when I pass through, and to be assisted by you for my journey...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
