A Weak Conscience Seared by Legalism
A Weak Conscience Seared by Legalism
People were forbidding marriage and eating of certain foods, and in doing so were searing their consciences. When you get a zeal for the Lord it is very easy for Satan to high...
Encouragement To Endure to the End
Encouragement To Endure to the End
Every true Christian is in the battle of enduring and persevering faith and it is the most strenuous battle on earth. In Hebrews 10:39 it says those...
A Church’s Responsibility to Their Pastors
A Church’s Responsibility to Their Pastors
When your pastor is clearly getting out of God's Word what the Holy Spirit put there, and he's giving it to you accurately - then brothers and sisters, obey it!
Pastors: Lead the Church in Faith!
Pastors: Lead the Church in Faith!
The faith of Scripture is not doing something based upon mathematical probability, which says that it will works out most of the time. Rather God calls us to a faith like Abraham's...
It’s Trustworthy that Christ Saves Sinners
It’s Trustworthy that Christ Saves Sinners
Does anybody get weary of all the opinions and empty promises in our world and long for a word of truth? We all want something that we can rest our souls on and confide in.
Does Sex Equal Marriage in God’s Eyes?
Does Sex Equal Marriage in God’s Eyes?
Someone asked, "Are only virgin marriages legitimate? I was told by a group that I am in adultery because I was not a virgin when I got married... according to this group sex is marriage."
The Power Behind Our Sanctification (Part 4)
The Power Behind Our Sanctification (Part 4)
Though Paul says we have a responsibility to cleanse ourselves, we must remember that the power behind our sanctification is not found in us...
Seventh-day Adventism: Cult or Not?
Seventh-day Adventism: Cult or Not?
If you really want to find out what any religious denomination is about, then find out what they think about the Word of God and the atoning work of Jesus Christ.
Keep On Sounding Forth the Word of the Lord
Keep On Sounding Forth the Word of the Lord
If the Word of the Lord is sounding forth from your church, then remember Satan has his sights on you. Therefore, strive to walk with God...
God Blessed Church Planting
God Blessed Church Planting
In this sermon, Tim discusses 16 key points for starting a church plant. One essential thing is to have a motive to honor the Lord, as 1 Samuel 2:30 says...
You’re Dead to Sin, But Still at War
You’re Dead to Sin, But Still at War
Sin will plead to you and say, "Just spare me, I'm just a little one!" But give it no accommodation. Remember, you're dead to sin. You can do this clinging to Christ.
Is Being Blotted Out of the “Book of Life” Losing My Salvation?
Is Being Blotted Out of the “Book of Life” Losing My Salvation?
It's very interesting how many people look at Revelation 3:5 and say, "Oh look, you can be blotted out of God's book of life." Yet it says exactly the opposite...
Believer: You’re Dead to Sin (Part 3)
Believer: You’re Dead to Sin (Part 3)
What truth is it that Paul wants us to be gripped by? That we are dead to sin and that in our union with Christ our relationship to sin has been severed...
The Christian’s Self Cleansing (Part 2)
The Christian’s Self Cleansing (Part 2)
The people who Paul calls to "cleanse" themselves “from every defilement of body and spirit” are called “beloved”. It is only by being one of the beloved...
The Christian’s Self Cleansing (Part 1)
The Christian’s Self Cleansing (Part 1)
2 Corinthians 7:1 - Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, bringing holiness to completion in the fear of God.
Mercy for the Chief of Sinners
Mercy for the Chief of Sinners
If someone refuses to become a Christian, it is because they count it their wisdom to not become a Christian. When in reality it is their complete lack of knowledge...
God’s Will vs. Your Will
God’s Will vs. Your Will
If in your heart you're not truly sold out to God's will, you are going to misinterpret your will as if it's God's will.
My Wife is Giving Money to People Who Ask
My Wife is Giving Money to People Who Ask
Give to everyone who begs from you, and from one who takes away your goods do not demand them back.
God’s Love for a Little Jungle Pastor
God’s Love for a Little Jungle Pastor
Paul shares a powerful story of how God in His providence allowed him to be able to help a poor pastor. The incredible thing to realize about the love of God...
Fear: Should I Ride the Roller Coaster?
Fear: Should I Ride the Roller Coaster?
What is Revelation 21:8 talking about when it says the fearful will not inherit the kingdom? Does this mean I have to ride the roller coaster that I am afraid of?
Great is the Mystery of Godliness
Great is the Mystery of Godliness
It can only be known if it is revealed by God. The mystery of godliness is the mystery of Christ. It's a mystery that man could have never thought of.
Do Not Love the World!
Do Not Love the World!
What does it mean to "love the World", or the things of the world? Paul Washer speaks candidly on this subject that is sometimes taken to an extreme.
The Christian Life is One of Death to Self
The Christian Life is One of Death to Self
The roots of our hearts have grown down into things, and we dare not pull up one rootlet lest we die. Things have become necessary to us...
The Narrow Way to Life
The Narrow Way to Life
Yet on the narrow way to life one is bound to Jesus Christ and reliant on Him. There are going to be such powers that are going to resist you in this world...
Life Transformation Will Always Accompany Forgiveness
Life Transformation Will Always Accompany Forgiveness
Life transformation will always accompany the forgiveness of our sins. Always. When God declares the sinner righteous, legally they're forgiven; it always accompanies...
You Are the Salt of the Earth
You Are the Salt of the Earth
As believers it is important at times to do spiritual inventory, and to do it specifically on our "saltiness" and whether or not we are losing any of our taste...
Living Between Two Appearings
Living Between Two Appearings
Jesus Christ will appear again in His return. These truths matters to us as believers, who live between these two great appearings...
Self-Defense, Murder, and Killing: What is the Difference?
Self-Defense, Murder, and Killing: What is the Difference?
In this Ask Pastor Tim we look at: Is it Biblically acceptable to defend yourself or your family if violent, or even deadly, force is necessary?
The Word of God Is Not Bound
The Word of God Is Not Bound
You may silence the messenger, but the message of the Gospel can't be stopped. This is illustrated in the life of John the Baptist and in the earthly life...
Believer, You’re Loved by God!
Believer, You’re Loved by God!
If I could pray one thing for you, I mean above everything else, if you are truly a child of God, if I could give you one gift – it would be that you would comprehend...
All About Jesus Christ | 2016 Fellowship Conference
All About Jesus Christ | 2016 Fellowship Conference
Join us as we gather together for the 7th time to fellowship around the things of our glorious Savior Jesus Christ. Denton, Texas March 24-27, 2016
Am I Depressed For What I Believe?
Am I Depressed For What I Believe?
"I wanted to know if you ever get depressed when you think about the fact that you have no historical or scientific evidence to back up what you believe?"
How to Pray in the Corporate Prayer Meeting
How to Pray in the Corporate Prayer Meeting
When praying in a church corporate prayer meeting ask God to help you to forget everybody else. You're not there to impress others with your praying.
Deliberate Holiness (Psalm 119:57)
Deliberate Holiness (Psalm 119:57)
David's attitude of deliberate holiness is impressive and something we should imitate. He is purposeful in his pursuit of holiness when he says in Psalm 119, “I promise to keep your words.”
Four Pillars of Walking with God
Four Pillars of Walking with God
Joy is not the result of obedience, joy is the result of what God has done. So now your joy is fixed on a fixed and stable source.
Others May, You Cannot
Others May, You Cannot
Others may you cannot - others may boast of themselves, of their work, of their success, of their writings, but the Holy Spirit will not allow you to do any such thing, and if you begin it...
We Must Get Our Minds Off Ourselves
We Must Get Our Minds Off Ourselves
If we get our minds off of ourselves and get our minds on our brother's and sisters, and especially our minds in worship on the Lord Jesus Christ...
The Life of Faith is Not An Easy Path
The Life of Faith is Not An Easy Path
You can't walk by faith when you're trying to walk by sight and hold on to where you are and who you are.
Christian: You Can Fight Sin Because You’re New!
Christian: You Can Fight Sin Because You’re New!
I need a new heart. And I got news you for you: I have one! God made me new. He saved me. He took my heart...
The Life of Faith is a Life of Dying
The Life of Faith is a Life of Dying
We see that the life of faith is not easy, but one of dying to that which is dear to us and entrusting ourselves to the Lord.