Good Start—Bad Finish (part 3)
Pastor Hamilton
After a faithful and godly beginning, Asa’s reign finished poorly. He responded badly to a threatening situation (vv. 1–6), a prophet who confronted his sin (vv. 7–10), and to a punishing disease (vv. 11–14).
The Beginning of the End (part 2)
Pastor Hamilton
Jesus told his disciples not to have prepared statements, but to trust the Lord to give a solid answer (v. 15). Answering the question, “When will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the close of the age” (Matt 24:3), the Teacher gave an eschatology lesson. Jesus was clear that […]
The Beginning of the End (part 1)
Pastor Hamilton
These verses form a long answer to a short question (v. 7). In his eschatological address, Jesus moved his listeners from what they saw to what they would be seeing to the One who would be seen. Bible prophecy should thrill us when we realize that it all points to the Messiah ruling in all his […]
Witness and Warning
Pastor Hamilton
Most of those who did believe in a resurrection thought that the next life would be little different from the present one. In a little question and answer session Jesus stood on truth and showed his enemies were grounded in error.
Good Start—Bad Finish (part 2)
Pastor Hamilton
The beginning of King Asa’s rule was marked by his seeking the Lord (2 Chron 14:2, 4,7; 15:15) and relying on the Lord (2 Chron 14:7, 11). He set his heart against idol worship (2 Chron 14:3–5), but set his heart on true worship (2 Chron 15:8–15).
The Despised One (part 2)
Pastor Hamilton
In a dramatic fashion, Jesus asserts his authority as the heir of God’s vineyard, the One from God and despised by his people. There is life for all who receive Jesus, and eternal death to all who reject him and his offer of salvation.
Fellowshipping with Christ’s Suffering
Tim O'Brien
Do you know Jesus Christ? How well do you know him? Paul says that we can know him through the power of his resurrection and sharing in his suffering.
Faith, Grace, Hope, Joy
Mark Perry
We are justified by faith (5:1). We have access to God through grace (5:2). We enjoy the hope of glory (5:2). We manifest joy in suffering (5:3). This is how we can rejoice in suffering, knowing that God will continue and complete his sanctifying work in us.
Good Start—Bad Finish (part 1)
Pastor Hamilton
The beginning of King Asa’s rule was marked by his seeking the Lord (2 Chron 14:2, 4, 7; 15:15) and relying on the Lord (2 Chron 14:7, 11). He set his heart against idol worship (2 Chron 14:3–5), but set his heart on true worship (2 Chron 15:8–15).
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