Have Compassion, Jude 22

As we discussed this morning, the Lord is full of compassion.  He has certainly had compassion on us.  Compassion is “sympathetic consciousness of others’ distress together with a desire to alleviate it”.  What does God want us to do with the compassion that he extends toward us?  He wants us...

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How to Handle an Offense, Prov 14:10

How To Handle An Offense Prov. 14: 10 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO of How to Handle an Offense In the Christian life, you are going to be hurt by another Christian at some point in your life.  It seems that everyone goes through this experience at least once.  And some folks go...

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Four Essentials in Prayer, 1 Tim 2:8

In 1 Tim 2:1-8, we find that prayer is essential.  In 1 Tim 2:8, we see that there are four essentials in prayer.  When you pray you must: Be instant – Paul said, “I will therefore that men pray everywhere…”.  In Rom 12:12, he said, “continuing instant in prayer.”  Prayer...

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Giving Satan an Advantage, Part I, 2 Cor 2:11

Satan is a vicious, clever enemy.  Nevertheless, Jesus successfully defended himself against the temptations of the devil [Matt 4:1-11], cast him out of every person he possessed, who came to Jesus for healing [Acts 10:38], spoiled him and openly triumphed over him on the cross [Col 2:15], and will destroy...

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Offences Will Come

Offences Will Come Luke 17:1-4 Offences will come to each of us, making us the offended party. We will also be the offender from time to time. We need to know how to reconcile these offences as God would have it, and thus giving us peace and pleasing God. IF...

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Forget the Past Phil. 3:13

Forget The Past Phil. 3:13 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Forgetting those things which are behind …, forgetting the past. Paul could live today and not dwell on the past mistakes. In Matt. 27:35-38 the Lord hung between two thieves, and I believe that every Christian hang between two thieves today. The...

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Forgiveness

Forgiveness (Ephesians 4:32) This is one of the great verses in the word of God in regards to forgiving others as saved people. It is often quoted in sermons and teachings on the subject. In this lesson we will look at some verses and biblical principles on forgiveness. The example...

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Benefits of Forgiveness Col. 3:13

Benefits of Forgiveness Col. 3 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO The benefits of forgiveness are clearly stated in the Bible.  Forgiveness affects you and the person you forgive.  Plus, there are great spiritual blessings, as well.  The outline for this sermon is a modified outline from a sermon I heard Bro. Mark...

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Forgiving Others and Yourself

Forgiving Others and Yourself 1 Jn.1:9 God is faithful to forgive our sins. We should be faithful in forgiving others and ourselves.   Forgiving Others Fulfills God’s Commandment [1 Jn.1:9] God is faithful to forgive [Matt.18:21-22] 70 x 7 times! [Luke 17:4] 7 times a day! [Matt.6:12] If God forgives...

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Add “…Brotherly Kindness”

Add to “Godliness Brotherly Kindness” 2 Peter 1:7                 What does Peter mean when he says “Brotherly Kindness”? We know that the “Brotherly” part in this context means, your brothers and sisters in Christ. He is talking about saved, born again, children of God. But, what is “kindness”? Kindness is...

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