Gospel

Jesus Christ came to Earth to start a new Kingdom, one that functions contrary to the norms of earthly kingdoms. In the Kingdom of God, the weak come first. The humble are lifted up. The ones who give the most, receive the most. To follow Jesus Christ, we must live by the laws of His heavenly kingdom, here and now.

"We're Still Here"
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"We're Still Here"

Is it time you ask yourself where you are in relationship to God?
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Jesus' Relationship With the Father Harmony of the Gospels, Part 30

In our continuing study of the Gospels, we examine John 5:16-23, which describes what happened after Jesus healed the lame man at the Bethesda Pool in Jerusalem. Some of the Jerusalem religious establishment, learning that Jesus has healed a man…
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To Fast or Not to Fast, Parables of the Garments and Wineskins, Jesus Heals a Man at the Pool of Bethesda Harmony of the Gospels, Part 29

In this ongoing studies of the Gospels, we examine the criticisms that Jesus’ disciples weren’t fasting as others thought they should, what the parables of the old and new garments and old and new wineskins tell us about what it…
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The Background and Calling of Matthew Harmony of the Gospels, Part 28

In this ongoing study of the Gospels, we examine the background of the Gospel of Matthew, including who the author was, how he wrote to prove that Jesus was the prophesied Messiah, and how the internal evidence shows that his…
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Are the Gospels Real History? Harmony of the Gospels, Part 27

Do the statements of Bible critics who dismiss the Gospels as real history hold up under scrutiny? In this follow-up to the previous sermon on undesigned coincidences, we take a quick walk through some of voluminous evidence from history and…
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Undesigned Coincidences in the Gospels Harmony of the Gospels, Part 26

Are the Gospels authentic first-century eyewitness accounts of the life and ministry of Jesus? Bible critics don't think so, believing them to be fabrications written much later by unknown forgers. Is there a way for us to know which is…
Why Are All the Commandments Repeated in the New Testament Except Keeping the Sabbath?
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Why Are All the Commandments Repeated in the New Testament Except Keeping the Sabbath?

It is noteworthy to realize that the Sabbath is mentioned in the four Gospels 50 times, which is more than it is mentioned in the five books of The Law (five books of Moses).
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Genealogies of Jesus Christ Harmony of the Gospels, Part 4

In today's study, we cover Luke's introductory comments as to how he researched and wrote his Gospel, then cover the differences in the genealogies given by Luke and Matthew, pointing out how Matthew emphasizes the individuals foretold in Bible prophecy…
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Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man Lowered Through the Roof Harmony of the Gospels, Part 25

In this in-depth study of the Gospels, we first look at the theme Luke is building in chapters 4 and 5 of Jesus establishing and expanding His divine authority. We then look at the Gospel accounts of the paralyzed man…
Has God forgotten this world?
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Has God forgotten this world?

It sometimes seems as if there is no hope, but what is God's plan?
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Jesus Heals Peter's Mother-in-Law, Tours Galilee, Heals a Leper Harmony of the Gospels, Part 24

This sermon in the continuing study on the Gospels examines cultural, historical, textual and archaeological insights into Jesus Christ's healing of Peter's mother-in-law, His traveling and teaching throughout synagogues in Galilee, and His healing of a man with leprosy. We…
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The Strange Tale of Simon the Magician

This obscure individual may have had a profound impact on what you think is true, biblical Christianity.
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Jesus Chooses Four, Heals a Possessed Man, Teaches With Authority Harmony of the Gospels, Part 23

In this installment of our studies on the Gospels, we look at the miraculous catch of fish that led to Peter, Andrew, James, and John forsaking all to follow Jesus Christ—but what exactly was the miracle and why did it…
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Why Capernaum? Harmony of the Gospels, Part 22

In our continuing series of studies on the Gospels, we see that Bible prophecy foretold that the Messiah, Jesus Christ, would appear and conduct His ministry in Galilee. But after being rejected at Nazareth, why did Jesus choose to center…
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Background to Jesus Christ's Galilean Ministry Harmony of the Gospels, Part 21

Most of Jesus Christ's ministry was centered around the Sea of Galilee. Galilee had a fascinating culture and history involving Jews, Israelites, pagans, religious zealots, fervent nationalists, pagans, Greeks, Romans and Herodians, and understanding that background adds whole new layers…
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Jesus Heals a Nobleman's Son, Is Rejected in Nazareth Harmony of the Gospels, Part 20

When Jesus returns to Galilee, two of the first incidents of His ministry are the healing of a nobleman's son and His rejection at the Nazareth synagogue. Understanding who this nobleman was and the locations involved adds an entirely different…
Walking the Talk
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Walking the Talk

Where what we preach meets how we live.
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Jesus Leaves Judea, Encounter With the Samaritan Woman Harmony of the Gospels, Part 19

Why did Jesus, who has attracted a considerable following, leave Judea early in His ministry to go to Galilee? Clues from the four Gospels and the Jewish historian Josephus provide the answer. Traveling through Samaria, He met a woman at…
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Nicodemus Comes to See Jesus, Jesus Tells Him He Must Be Born Again, Discussion of John 3:16 Harmony of the Gospels, Part 18

Early in Christ's ministry, He was visited by Nicodemus, a Pharisee and likely a member of the Sanhedrin who by reputation appears to have been a great teacher. He was puzzled when Jesus told him he must be "born again"—something…
From the Council: Pressing Towards the Prize of the Upward Call
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From the Council: Pressing Towards the Prize of the Upward Call

Four concepts to help keep the unwavering vision of the Kingdom of God firmly in mind.