Our Great Redemption in Christ
Redemption and forgiveness of sins is found only in the death of Christ, because of the grace of God.
Ephesians 1:7
Worship as a Means of Grace
We were made to worship. There are several ways we can worship, as well as several things that stop us from worshipping. But when we worship, God gives us his blessing and grace.
Luke 4:5-8
Series Outline for As for Me and My House
This series is a lengthy look at family issues, including serving God as a single, selecting a marriage partner, the biblical blueprint for families, and questions regarding cohabitation, homosexuality, divorce, and remarriage.
Divorce and Remarriage Today
God may allow remarriage, but the sinful conduct which destroyed the previous marriage must be rectified first through repentance and proper actions.
Matthew 19:1-9; 1 Corinthians 7:10-16
Does God Ever Allow Divorce?
Although God hates divorce, He does allow it if there has been sexual immorality or if an unbeliever leaves a believer.
Matthew 19:1-9; 1 Corinthians 7:10-16
The Tragedy of Divorce
Divorce is a tragedy arising from man’s sin which produces devastating effects on all involved, so Christians should always work to save marriages.
Matthew 19:1-9; Malachi 2:16
A Godly Seed: Raising Our Children in the Lord
God desires that we raise children according to His Word so that they will love and follow him.
Ephesians 6:1-4
Roles and Responsibilities in the Home
To fulfill God’s purposes for marriage and have a strong family, we must follow His blueprint for the roles for each person in the family.
Ephesians 5:22-33
The Purposes of Marriage
Marriage must be centered on God, and its true purposes are found in fulfilling our call to display God’s image in all the earth.
Genesis 1:26-28; 2:18-24
Vision 2006 – Running the Race, Passing on the Faith
We are called to a strong personal relationship to Christ, and to receive, guard, and pass the faith on to others unchanged.
2 Timothy 2:1-2
The Word of God as a Means of Grace
The Importance of the Word of God in my Life!
Luke 8:4-15
The Covenant Nature of Marriage
Marriage is a life-long covenant between a man and a woman to be exclusively faithful to one another.
Malachi 2:13-16
Does God Allow Homosexual Marriage?
Although Christians must show compassion to those trapped in homosexuality, we must be clear that it is a sin, and that God would never condone homosexual marriage.
Genesis 2:22-24; Matthew 19:3-6
Is Cohabitation the Same As Marriage?
Cohabitation is different in both purpose and practice from marriage, and it does not fit the biblical parameters for marriage and thus does not benefit the individuals or society.
Genesis 2:22-24; Matthew 19:3-6
Biblical Principles for Selecting A Marriage Partner (Part 3)
When building a relationship with a marriage partner, the Scripture calls for absolute sexual purity — in action and desire.
1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
Biblical Principles for Selecting A Marriage Partner (Part 2)
When thinking about a marriage partner, we need to follow God’s wisdom and choose someone, not based on external looks, but on the basis of godly character.
Proverbs 31:10, 30
Biblical Principles for Selecting a Marriage Partner (Part 1)
Although the Bible does not give a specific plan for dating or courtship, it does give key principles, the most important of which is that they must be a believer.
1 Corinthians 7:39
Married or Single – Is One More Spiritual?
The key to true spirituality is not either marriage or being single, but rather determining God’s call and gifts for us, and following biblical mandates for our lives.
1 Corinthians 7:1-9
On Being ‘Single’ – Seeking First the Kingdom
God calls us to be truly ‘single’ – devoted first and foremost to Him and His Kingdom – before seeking marriage.
Matthew 6:24-33
The God of Restoration
The Lord is a God Who delights to restore what has been lost because of Satan, the world, and even sin.
Psalm 14:7
Series Outline for Ruth
This 10-week series takes a detailed look at the book of Ruth. The series begins with a verse by verse exposition of the book, and concludes with several weeks of looking at key themes within the book, including Divine Sovereignty and human responsibility, God’s providence, God’s concern for the poor, and especially the biblical concept of the Kinsman Redeemer – all of which point to our glorious Kinsman Redeemer Jesus Christ.
God is Faithful
In the book of Ruth, we see how God is faithful to His covenant people, through all circumstances.
Ruth 4:18-22
The Kinsman Redeemer
Jesus is our Kinsman Redeemer – a member of our family Who defends, protects, and redeems us from our trouble.
Ruth 2:20
God’s Concern for the Poor
In the book of Ruth, we see God’s deep concern for the poor, and how His people are called to care for the poor.
Ruth 2:1-3
The Value of Godly Character
God calls His people to respond to Him in faith and to display a character that is like His.
Ruth 2:5-12