The Hand of the Lord: 1. is mighty. 2. is dangerous and deadly against His enemies. 3. empowers His servants. 4. can be heavy to discipline His people. 5. will help His people. 6. will always be with His people today.

"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me" (Galatians 2:20). Who is the Christ who stands in the centre of Paul’s testimony and preaching? He is the crucified Christ - ‘I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave Himself for me’. He is the living Christ…

Time with Abba - Bible Reading Schedule Jan l Feb l Mar l Apr l May l Jun l Jul l Aug l Sep l Oct l Nov l Dec Date Psalms OT NT Proverbs 1/1 Ps 1:1-6 Gen 1:1-2:25 Matt 1:1-2:12 Prov 1:1-6 1/2 Ps 2:1-6 Gen 3:1 - 4:26 Matt 2:13-3:6 Prov 1:7-9 1/3 Ps 2:7-12 Gen 5:1 - 7:24 Matt 3:7-4:11 Prov 1:10-19 1/4…

In the New Testament era, Roman soldiers were required, in as far as it was possible, to return to Rome once a year from wherever they were garrisoned to renew their oath of allegiance to the Emperor. The soldiers—regardless of the nation they considered home—were to salute the Roman colors from time…

Walking in the Footsteps of Abraham’s Faith The Faith of Abraham in Romans 4:18-21 RO 4:18 Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, "So shall your offspring be." 19 Without weakening in his faith, he faced the fact that his…

The fellowship that believers share as a result of their common union with God through Jesus Christ is expressed in life together. It is evident in worship together, in a love for one another which reflects God’s own love and in a practical commitment to one another which is demonstrated in concern for the weak and readiness to share with the poor and needy.

Introduction: Have you ever wondered what it means to give something glory, more specifically when scripture or a person says give God the Glory? Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines the act of giving glory to something as the act of “worshipful praise, honor, and thanksgiving.” While this…

God’s Design For Marriage Genesis 2:20-25 Richard Powell, Senior Pastor Scripture Introduction: Gayle Urban of Woodbridge, Va. Tells of a humorous episode in her life. While browsing in a Christian bookstore one day, I discovered a shelf of “reduced price” items. Among the gifts was a little figurine…

Another Christmas is here. Have you ever noticed that most conversations turn to what we want to receive as gifts? I guess that is human nature, we love gifts. I know I do, I love gifts so much I thought I might tell you about the greatest gift giver I have ever known. His name is God. Did you ever think…

The commemoration and remembrance of Jesus Christ’s last supper, and all the benefits that result to believers. Other terms have been used subsequently by Christians, including “Communion” and “Eucharist”.

“Communion, Covenant, and Commitment” Mark 14.22-31 What does your life reflect that you are committed to? Some indicators might be your Outlook Calendar or your financial statements. It has been said that we are a generation that does not understand “commitment.” However, I heard someone else suggest…

Let's remind ourselves of the Basics of the Biblical Ordinance and what it means to Christ's Church

Worship at The Lord’s Table 1 Corinthians 11:17-32 If you have travelled around this great nation, if you have gone to NY or Washington, DC you have probably seen many of the Memorials that are there in those Cities. In Washington DC there is the Washington Monument, The Lincoln Memorial, The Vietnam…

The Dilemma of Belief. Have you ever had those moments when you wondered, “Is this really true?” Maybe life has gotten difficult. Maybe you have come to the Derailment of your hopes and dreams like Joseph, Mary’s husband, when he found out that his betrothed bride was pregnant after all his time and…

Studies in the Gospel of Matthew By Bob Deffinbaugh Note: Lessons will be posted as they are completed. Lesson 1 — The Origins of Jesus Christ Matthew 1:1-25[1] Introduction We are all familiar with these wonderful words from the pen of the Apostle Paul: 16 Every scripture is inspired by God and useful…

1 Corinthians 11:17-22 An Invitation to the Lord’s Table “In the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you come together it is not for the better but for the worse. For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you. And I believe…

Communion Meditation: A Four-fold Look September 3, 2007 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Introduction: You can tell a lot about a church by . . . Its shape big or small, multi site, youth building, stone, carpeting Its music contemporary or traditional, hymns or choruses Its dress code at some churches, folks…

Title: Three Cups of the Lord Theme: The Blessings of Being Under the Blood “In the hand of the Lord is a cup full of foaming wine mixed with spices; He pours it out, and all the wicked of the earth drink it down to its very dregs. As for me, I will sing praise to the God of Jacob. (Psalms 75:8-9) “All…

Introduction \\ Today we will look at one of the most serious and theologically packed sections of the Bible. Yet it contains one of the most controversial and emotionally charged issues of our day and that is of homosexuality. Now this passage deals with more that the topic of homosexuality but it also…

Isaiah 2:1-4 Life in the Millennium “The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. It shall come to pass in the latter days that the mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be lifted up above the hills; and all the nations…

January 22, 2006 Sunday Series: Observance of the Lord’s Supper Matthew 26:26-30 And while they were eating, Jesus took some bread, and after a blessing, He broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is My body.” And when He had taken a cup and given thanks, He gave it to them,…

This is an overview of the purpose of the Lord's Supper and the expectations of those partaking.

Lesson 1: The Author and Perfecter of the Plan Introduction “What in the world is going on?” You have probably asked this question or a similar one more than once in your life. We ask this question when we perceive that what is happening does not seem to square with our understanding of how things are…

1 Corinthians 11:17-34 I Corinthians 11:17 This (τουτο [touto]). Probably the preceding one about the head-dress of women, and transition to what follows. I praise you not (οὐκ ἐπαινω [ouk epainō]). In contrast to the praise in 11:2. For the better (εἰς το κρεισσον [eis to kreisson]). Neuter articular…

The tradition of Mother’s Day began with Ann Jarvis wanting to honor her mother’s desire to have a day set aside in recognition of mothers. In 1908, Ann’s hometown of Grafton WV, hosted the first Mother’s day celebration. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill recognizing Mother’s Day as a national…