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The Sin of All Sins is Not Believing on Christ
The Sin of All Sins is Not Believing on Christ
Concerning sin, because they do not believe on Me." That is the radical... that if you chief sin. That is the sin of all sins. Is not to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ.
Fitly Framed Together
Fitly Framed Together
It doesn't matter what shade of skin we have, but by reconciliation through the Cross, the door has been opened so that we actually have real communion...
Christ Wants Our Reaffirmation to Him
Christ Wants Our Reaffirmation to Him
When many stopped following Jesus, He looked at those left and said, "Do you want to go away as well?" We see here that Christ wants our reaffirmation to Him.
A Prayer for the New Year
A Prayer for the New Year
Firmly believing that my times are in God's hand, I here submit myself and all my affairs for the ensuing year, to the wise and gracious disposal of God's divine providence.
2018 Fellowship Conference Trailer
2018 Fellowship Conference Trailer
We invite you to join us for the 2018 Fellowship Conference in Denton, Texas. March 29 - April 1, 2018.
The Difficult Path to Church Purity
The Difficult Path to Church Purity
In order to maintain church purity, those who profess to be Christians and are “sexually immoral or greedy, or an idolater, reviler...
At What Point Should You Leave a Church?
At What Point Should You Leave a Church?
The time to leave a church is when you realize this church and her leadership has no commitment whatsoever to Christ or the Gospel; it is not a true church.
How Can We Be Joyful When Our Loved Ones Are Lost?
How Can We Be Joyful When Our Loved Ones Are Lost?
How can we have joy knowing that our loved ones are perishing? If we have unceasing anguish for our loved ones (Romans 9:1-3)...
What Does It Mean to Seek Christ?
What Does It Mean to Seek Christ?
You seek Christ by calling upon Him and pleading with Him. When someone is seeking Christ, one question to ask is what...
How to Respond When Misjudged and Reviled
How to Respond When Misjudged and Reviled
What Biblical advice would you give to someone who feels that another Christian has misjudged their character? If someone brings some of your actions...
How to View the Flaws of the Reformers
How to View the Flaws of the Reformers
Some of the reformers had pretty severe, shortsighted flaws, but we honor them nevertheless for their faith and their faithfulness...
I Threw Myself on Jesus’ Mercy, But Nothing Happened
I Threw Myself on Jesus’ Mercy, But Nothing Happened
When people are pursuing Christ and say, "nothing happened", they can either give up seeking and go to hell, or they can keep seeking...
The Holy Spirit Will Make You Holy
The Holy Spirit Will Make You Holy
There is nothing in your life that is evil, corrupt, wrong, dirty, that can withstand the Spirit. This is a mighty Spirit of God and He is let loose in the life of God's...
Do Not Just Listen but Meditate!
Do Not Just Listen but Meditate!
Some listen to thousands of sermons, but never meditate on the truth and live out what they have heard.
Church Membership is Not a Numbers Game
Church Membership is Not a Numbers Game
There are many seeker sensitive "churches" that are trying to manipulate people into their church. They treat church membership like a numbers game.
Man’s Fundamental Need Is Peace With God
Man’s Fundamental Need Is Peace With God
Are you at peace? You don't want to get to your death bed, and find there is no rest, no peace. Is there rest, is there peace between you and God?
The Urgent Priority of Unity (Part 5)
The Urgent Priority of Unity (Part 5)
"...leave your offering there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother, and then come and present your offering." Matthew 5:24
Wisdom to Preserve Unity (Part 4)
Wisdom to Preserve Unity (Part 4)
For the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God...
Preserving Unity in Holiness (Part 3)
Preserving Unity in Holiness (Part 3)
The vital role that church discipline plays in guarding the unity of the church.
Character of the Unity of the Church (Part 2)
Character of the Unity of the Church (Part 2)
"...with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."
Purpose of the Unity of the Church (Part 1)
Purpose of the Unity of the Church (Part 1)
I am going to speak to you, over the course of these meetings, over the topic of the unity of the church. I think that under the preaching of the Gospel...
The Anger and Joy of Jesus
The Anger and Joy of Jesus
Jesus' anger sprang from His recognition of the sources of man's fall - Satan and sin, but also death. The motives...
The Compassion and Sorrow of Jesus
The Compassion and Sorrow of Jesus
Jesus' sorrow and compassion spring from His observation of the effects of man's fall. As believers we must imitate the emotional life of Jesus...
News for All Know-It-All Theologians
News for All Know-It-All Theologians
What's the news? That we don't know much about God. Not really, not compared to what there is, not compared to what...
The Emotional Life of Jesus: An Overview
The Emotional Life of Jesus: An Overview
The Bible teaches that as a man Jesus possessed the essential elements of human nature. Jesus was not...
Emotions: Their Origination, Disruption and Restoration
Emotions: Their Origination, Disruption and Restoration
Emotions are an essential element of how God has created us. However, with the fall and sin entering the world, emotions...
Peace and Purpose Are Found in Christ
Peace and Purpose Are Found in Christ
My life was together from an external standpoint but there was no string to tie my life together. Why was I here? What was the purpose of my life?
What is Experiential Christianity?
What is Experiential Christianity?
There is a subjective element to the Christian life. There are seasons when Christ will draw near to the believer in an experiential way. We ought to pray...
How Do You Kill Sin?
How Do You Kill Sin?
Christians must not be passive in putting sin to death; they must be proactive. We must never take an attitude of defeat. The Bible calls us to long-term...
The Horrors of Hell Should Motivate us to Evangelize
The Horrors of Hell Should Motivate us to Evangelize
Since eternal hell is real, then what does it matter how some person thinks about me? When they're going to eternal hell! That alone should motivate us...
Eight Keys to Boldness in Evangelism
Eight Keys to Boldness in Evangelism
What is boldness? Boldness is the Christian virtue of being able to speak about God and His gospel with frank, unashamed openness, unhindered by the fear of man...
Personal Discipleship: Spiritually Intentional Relationships
Personal Discipleship: Spiritually Intentional Relationships
Are you convinced of the value of personal discipleship? That is, connecting with fellow Christians; brother to brother, sister to sister, on a personal, one on one level.
The Beauty of the Gospel
The Beauty of the Gospel
Do you realize this: On the greatest day you've ever had in the living out of your Christ-likeness you've fallen miserably short. You are under unfathomable grace on that day.
Encouraging Conversation at the Church Meetings
Encouraging Conversation at the Church Meetings
When we are with other Christians, we should purposely plan on turning the conversation to spiritual things. One way is to ask specific questions about the sermon...
Overview of Biblical Eldership: All Elders are Pastors
Overview of Biblical Eldership: All Elders are Pastors
In 1 Peter 5 the Bible identifies those who shepherd the flock as the elders. It is not just one of the elders who shepherds. The Bible teaches that all of the elders...
Look At Your Day Through a Gospel Lens
Look At Your Day Through a Gospel Lens
Believer, you must look at your day through a gospel lens. That is, focus in upon the precious atoning work of Christ. When you do this, everyday is...
Anxiety is a Waste of Time
Anxiety is a Waste of Time
If you give into anxiety you will reap fear, condemnation, and discouragement. Anxiety is a wasted choice that dishonors the Savior. Rather we must not yield to anxiety, but take everything to the Lord in prayer.
From Fear to Faith in the Face of Christ
From Fear to Faith in the Face of Christ
One aspect of mortifying sin is killing our fears. Fear is a drug that makes us think wrongly and it's the beginning of defeat in any situation that...
Amazing Access to the Father
Amazing Access to the Father
The Gospel gets us all the way to having access with God the Father. This access to God is the summit of it all. It does not get any better than this.
The Two Thieves at the Cross
The Two Thieves at the Cross
There are only two responses to Jesus Christ, and these two responses are represented by the two thieves who were also crucified with Christ. Every single...