The sermon emphasizes the biblical teaching that eternal life is a gift and not earned by works, but God does reward faithful service in this life. Using the example of Paul and Apollos, it…
Pastor Joe Holder delivers a sermon on John 16:1-11, focusing on Jesus' preparation of the disciples for persecution and the coming of the Holy Spirit as Comforter and Prosecutor. He explains the…
The sermon emphasizes the importance of taking God's Word and blessings seriously, warning against spiritual neglect and compromise. It highlights the need for earnest attention to faith, especially…
This sermon examines Abraham's fearful deception in Genesis 20, highlighting his failure to trust God and the rebuke he received from Abimelech. It emphasizes that God does not cause sin but…
Pastor Joe Holder teaches from 1 John 5:6-12, emphasizing the inseparable connection between biblical doctrine and practice, particularly focusing on the testimony of God about Jesus Christ. He…
The sermon focuses on Colossians 2:10-15, emphasizing that believers are complete in Jesus Christ, who is supreme over all powers and principalities. It addresses the false teachings threatening the…
The sermon emphasizes the importance of proper Bible study, urging believers to consider context and avoid isolating verses to fit preconceived beliefs. It addresses misunderstandings about…
The sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding the context of salvation in Romans 10, highlighting that Paul prayed for believers already born again to be saved from self-willed ignorance and…
The sermon emphasizes that believers, though saved eternally, still need ongoing salvation in the form of sanctification and growth in faith, as Paul prays for in Romans 10:8-13 and 2 Timothy 2:10.…
The sermon explores the misunderstood scriptures in Romans 10:14-17, emphasizing that faith comes from hearing the word of God and that the new birth precedes belief. The speaker highlights Paul's…
The sermon explores Romans 11:28, emphasizing the distinction between Jews as enemies of the gospel due to unbelief and as beloved for God's election. It critiques contemporary views that ignore this…
The sermon emphasizes the purposeful and instructive nature of the New Testament letters, particularly Paul's letter to the Romans, which addresses faith and the Jew-Gentile tensions in the early…