We are all familiar with death. Of course, people die for a myriad of reasons. I would like to consider one man who died, not by accident, but on purpose. One whose death was a great loss but at the same time, the greatest gain.
We are once again at the holiday of Thanksgiving. Indeed we are blessed! May I say that it is proper for us to give thanks to God. But of the many blessings, there is one that far exceeds the rest.
It seems that a large majority of society is ungrateful. Many are ungracious and never utter a word of thanks. I am persuaded that we have learned different. We know that God has blessed us. We express gratitude to God. I submit it is proper to say "Thank you, Lord."
I truly believe that we dodged a bullet in this election. It is my objective that we learn from Israel's past so as not to incur future judgment. God has granted us a "second chance." Let us not squander this opportunity.
The villain is death. The hero is God. Our text reveals both. It is my objective to review this historical occasion, gleaning some lessons on death, but more so, to discover the spiritual lessons illustrated by our story.
The national election looms over us. I submit we are on the cusp of losing our Christian liberties. Danger lurks around the corner. So, how do we respond? This is my concern.
Our national election draws near. My objective - while in the face of such a great dilemma - is to encourage you to turn unto the One True and Living God, and cry out to Him!
The Bible is not some abstract consideration but is vital and effectual, and makes a difference in the real world. That is what I desire to impress upon you today.
It is my objective to discuss the general principles revealed in the Bible about the Bible. Today, we lay the foundation of the doctrine of the Bible. These truths are elemental.
I again address the topic of prayer. I want you to do more than go through "the motions of prayer." I desire that prayer would be heart-motivated and heart-felt. I wish for you to know that prayer does make a difference in the real world.