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There are striking connections and parallels between a human family and the church. First, the church is a family - a spiritual family. We are brothers and sisters to one another. We reach and teach spiritual children. We enjoy a close relationship with God as our Father. Christ himself said: For whoever…

Bienvenido: Diezmo y Ofrenda Lucas 8:18 RVR 1960 18 Mirad, pues, cómo oís; ... Q: (¿CÓMO) ESCUCHAMOS LAS ESCRITURAS ? Q: ¿CÓMO ESCUCHAMOS ? RESPUESTA CONGREGACIONAL : PRESTO UNA ATENCIÓN ESPECIAL A CÓMO ESCUCHO TU PALABRA. OIGO CON UN CORAZÓN LLENO DE FE. CONSERVO LO QUE ESCUCHO Y PERSIGO HASTA LA COSECHA.…

Descripción de la sana doctrina. Las verdades del mensaje de la Biblia son el corazón del cristianismo. Cuando los hombres se apartan de esa verdad, debilitan el mensaje. Si cambian las verdades fundamentales, la doctrina deja de ser el mensaje cristiano bíblico. Son herejías, enseñanzas que no redimen…

Acts 18:18-23 marks the end of Paul’s 2nd missionary journey and the beginning of his 3rd and last. before we delve into this passage I want say a few words about the book of Acts and a key issue which threatened the growth and stability of the early church an issue by the way which has challenged the…

Wednesday night Walk Through the Bible, Church On Main, Calvary Chapel Bishop, CA.

Revelation 2:1 . 1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. What is the city of Ephesus known for? Who’s words are being written? What do the seven stars represent? - Revelation 1:20 . What…

THE PRACTICE OF THE MYSTERY The fourth chapter of Ephesians introduces a change of direction for the book. The word “ therefore ” in verse 1 , signals this change. Paul is saying, “ because of what I have said, this is what I want you to do. ” To me, the first there chapters of this book are among the…

How many of you remember what it was like the first time you fell in love with your spouse? Maybe you remember the butterflies you had. Maybe you remember the moment it clicked for you. You remember the feelings you had and you knew that you did not want to spend the rest of your life without that person.…

Show Map City of Ephesus Founded by the Amazons about 2000 B.C Ephesus was once the capital of Asia Minor state of the Roman Empire. Ephesus means desirable 3rd largest Library (Library of Celus) in Ancient World (SHOW PIC) Ephesus derived its greatness from two sources, commercial trade (sea-port city)…

Intro “I love Jesus but hate...” People have an issue with the church That’s what we are looking at this series 2nd week of 4 Last week - hypocrisy This week - Leadership in and of the Church Turn to 1 Timothy 3:14 One of the things that people say they have a problem with, one of the things that keeps…

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful in Christ Jesus: Author: Paul Type of literature: Epistle or Prison Epistle Audience: Believers in Ephesus Possibly other churches in Asia Minor. This is called a “circular letter” view. Some of…

Introduce new section from Rev 1:19 rev 1:19 Johns Revelation Dispensations Church age Close up Peaks of Prophecy 1st and second comings not seen as distinct events 6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: And the government shall be upon his shoulder: And his name shall be called Wonderful,…

When Love Grows Cold Revelation 2:1–7 (ESV) 1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “ ‘ I know your works , your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who…

Seven Churches Seven Churches Congregations to whom John is instructed to write in Revelation 2–3 ; located in seven cities of western Asia Minor: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Although these seven churches were actual, historical churches in Asia Minor, they…

Seven Churches Seven Churches Congregations to whom John is instructed to write in Revelation 2–3 ; located in seven cities of western Asia Minor: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Although these seven churches were actual, historical churches in Asia Minor, they…

Seven Churches Seven Churches Congregations to whom John is instructed to write in Revelation 2–3 ; located in seven cities of western Asia Minor: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Although these seven churches were actual, historical churches in Asia Minor, they…

Seven Churches Seven Churches Congregations to whom John is instructed to write in Revelation 2–3 ; located in seven cities of western Asia Minor: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Although these seven churches were actual, historical churches in Asia Minor, they…

Stand with me and let’s read Rev 2:1-7 together “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: This is what the One who holds the seven stars in His right hand, the One who walks among the seven golden lampstands, says: ‘I know your deeds and your toil and perseverance, and that you cannot bear with those…

God’s Purpose Everything in life has a “Purpose” now we may not like the “Purpose” however our like or dislike does not come into play; You have a”Purpose” in life, how do you know this - let’s look at Ephesians 2:10 10 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared…

Intro: My dog Brick was about three things; eating, napping with a rock in the mouth, and loving his master. In the nine years I had Brick I knew this about him; he would never ever waiver from those things. Those were what he was about. Those were his first loves. Same for our cat Obi. So, what are…

Revelation 2:1-7 As we concluded chapter one, we observed our Lord standing in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks or the seven churches of Asia Minor. The significance of these seven churches can be seen in the chart on our introductory notes. Overview of the Seven Churches Practically Viewed…

Introduction Glorious Definition - Listen to what the commentators write about Ephesians Ephesians tarries largely among the heavenlies. It is characterised by dignity and serenity which is in harmony with the elevation of its thoughts. There is scarcely even an echo of the great controversies which…

I. The Occasion for Timothy’s Mission A. When Paul Left 1 Timothy 1:3 (NASB95) 3 As I urged you upon my departure for Macedonia , remain on at Ephesus so that you may instruct certain men not to teach strange doctrines, 1. Paul and Timothy were together in Ephesus 2. Paul was leaving Ephesus for Macedonia…

Paul So we know who this letter is being written from. Apostle He is a sent one. When Paul writes, He carries the authority of Jesus Christ. The apostles were the ones whom God used to lay the foundation for His church. There are no longer apostles. The foundation has already been laid. We are now building…

Show Map Actual towns and churches Church of Ephesus was the catalyst Church literal grew along a postal route 30 churches of Christ existed at this time Laodicea last one on the route Of the 7 churches mentioned 5 are so disappointing they are threatened with Judgement Ephesus: Sound in doctrine but…