Giving in shark infested waters
As we close out our study in Philippians the Apostle brings up the subject of giving. Often as Christians we’re conflicted because on the one hand we know we should give but on the other hand we know there are many who say they are of God and are not and should therefore not be supported. As the Apostle Paul told us earlier, there are many in the church whose god is their own belly. Join us in our study of the fourth chapter of Philippians, as the Apostle shares with us some guidelines for giving.
Sunday, July 30, 2017
Monday, July 3, 2017
America's Christian Heritage
America's Christian Heritage
America is a nation that is stirred up. We take offense, we jump ugly on social media, and spend countless hours debating presidential matters, fake news, and the role of the government. We are a nation that is not at rest. America is not a Christian nation, but rather a nation that was founded by men that desired to give freedom and liberty to all to work out their salvation, develop a relationship with God, and have the freedom to prosper. We as Christians are called to be salt and light, to do good, to impact our culture, and honor the authority of the scripture. Join us as we discuss the heritage of America and hear how we can affect the world around us.
America is a nation that is stirred up. We take offense, we jump ugly on social media, and spend countless hours debating presidential matters, fake news, and the role of the government. We are a nation that is not at rest. America is not a Christian nation, but rather a nation that was founded by men that desired to give freedom and liberty to all to work out their salvation, develop a relationship with God, and have the freedom to prosper. We as Christians are called to be salt and light, to do good, to impact our culture, and honor the authority of the scripture. Join us as we discuss the heritage of America and hear how we can affect the world around us.
Philippians 3:12-21
Many Enemies of the Cross
We are warned at the end of Philippians chapter 3 that there are many Enemies of the Cross. But what Paul gives us, is insight on their motivation and what to look for so that we are not taken in by their deception. Remember Jesus told us, “Take heed that no man deceives you. For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many” Matthew 24:4-5. Join us in our study of Philippians chapter 3, to gain insight on the tactics of those who oppose the Cross.
We are warned at the end of Philippians chapter 3 that there are many Enemies of the Cross. But what Paul gives us, is insight on their motivation and what to look for so that we are not taken in by their deception. Remember Jesus told us, “Take heed that no man deceives you. For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many” Matthew 24:4-5. Join us in our study of Philippians chapter 3, to gain insight on the tactics of those who oppose the Cross.
Philippians 3:1-11
Beware of Dogs
The warning of “beware of dogs”, is not one that we’d expect to find in the Bible, yet we read it in Philippians chapter 3. The Apostle Paul was dealing with people who were more captivated by man’s devotion to God, than God’s devotion to man. Whatever devotion someone has for God, that devotion is not what will save them from the judgment to come. In the opening verses of chapter 3 we will continue to look at that age old struggle in the Church between Works and Grace.
The warning of “beware of dogs”, is not one that we’d expect to find in the Bible, yet we read it in Philippians chapter 3. The Apostle Paul was dealing with people who were more captivated by man’s devotion to God, than God’s devotion to man. Whatever devotion someone has for God, that devotion is not what will save them from the judgment to come. In the opening verses of chapter 3 we will continue to look at that age old struggle in the Church between Works and Grace.
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