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The letter to the Galatians is an appeal by Paul to churches in the Roman province of Galatia to resist the movement to abandon the system of salvation that saves one by faith in Christ (expressed in repentance and baptism), and adopt a system of salvation whereby one is justified by the keeping of the…

I am putting this study together with the assumption that you know nothing. I have learned not to assume. There are some things that people just won’t ask so I want to make sure we are clear. If I use a term you don’t understand, please ask! What & Why ? A survey is simply an overview of a book or books.…

Introduction Romans = Doctrine. This is the notion in the Christian world when they hear about the book of Romans. In other words, the belief in the Church today is that the book of Romans is full of doctrine. It is true that Romans teach us about doctrine. But it is not a book about doctrine itself.…

Introduction One of my favorite pieces of information about Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is that it likely wasn’t written to the Ephesians. The words ἐν Ἐφέσῳ are missing from some of the earliest manuscripts. This is particularly interesting because Paul mentions a letter that presumably isn’t in…

We have finished up the gospels and history books of the New Testament. We will now begin our study of the 21 (or 22) epistles. “Epistle” means letter. 13 or the 21 epistles were written by Paul (sort of) A review of the five categories of literature found in the New Testament. 1. Gospels Matthew, Mark,…

The New Testament is made up of 5 types of literature: The Gospels (Matthew - John) History (Acts) Pauline Epistles (Romans - Philemon) General Epistles (Hebrews - Jude) Prophecy (Revelation) Titus is a Pauline epistle . More specifically it is a pastoral epistle . Author: Paul 1 Paul, a servant of God…

Attention Getter: Introduce Topic: Jesus is better than the good prophets, therefore we must worship him with our whole selves. Background: Authorship: Paul or Friend of Paul Clement held the tradition of Pauline origin and often cited Hebrews as by Paul or ‘the Apostle’. His successor Origen, however,…

For the last few weeks we have been looking at the church and what makes a church. The church does not exist without the Resurrection. The resurrection gives us hope. Every step that we take on this spiritual journey should move us to another level. Today, I am concluding this series called The Easter…

What does it mean to live Godly? 1 Paul , a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God’s elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness; 2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; 3 But hath in due times…

Play Video - “Whatever” This year is a new year and we need to focus on what can I do for God to change the world around me. How do I do that? How do I not let the past determine who I am going to be in Christ. If you have your Bibles, I want us to look at what the Apostle Paul told us. It is found in…

God’s Grace In The Church Today we begin a new series I’m entitling “God’s Grace In The Church” I once heard that there are 5 books that every church needs to fully understand and be preached. Genesis - it’s the book of beginnings John - divinity of Christ Romans - doctrine of salvation James - Christian…

Author: Paul . 1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: What about Timothy? Timothy probably weighed in on the conversation. Early church fathers and scholars today agree that Paul is the author. Internal evidence…

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…

As I begin, I just want to say how wonderful it is to share our worship today witht eh Fijian Methodist Church. It is a real blessing for us to have you among us, and we pray that today, and the weeks and months ahead, that we can be a blessing to you. That’s the message that I want to bring today. You…

Introduction How many of you have eaten lobster before? I ate lobster one time at a restaurant right on the water not far from Plymouth, Massachusetts. I’ve eaten lobster, but one life that I cannot relate to and that probably none of us can relate to, is the life of a lobsterman. A lobsterman is someone…

Good morning and welcome to Dishman Baptist Church. What a beautiful weekend it is and what a pleasure it is to be here with all of you this morning. Please take your Bibles and turn with me to Jude. If any of you missed last week we have completed our study of Mark after nearly a year and half in that…

As Paul concludes his second letter to the church at Thessalonica, he ends with a typical Pauline closing. However, it is imperative to remember that scriptural repetition is purposed and important. 1. Paul Emphasizes the Peace of God (v. 16) This verse has been called a peaceful closing to a stormy…

Intro Last week in our 4 part series on “Bad Religion” Week one Amos God doesn’t want our performance Rather he wants our hearts, all of us Week Two - Jeremiah THe hypocrisy of the Court Prophets who just told the people what they wanted to hear Week Three - Jesus in Luke The Pharisees and the Scribes…

I believe: The church is plagued with dissatisfaction. The church is focusing more on being welcoming and entertaining than it is on worshiping God. The culture is pushing back on Christianity with such force that we must purify and reform ourselves, else be found to be hypocrites. Read 2 Peter 2 . 11…

Focusing on our Failures In my life enemies often point out our faults and our proclivities for going against the truth of who Jesus Christ is. I know that because of who I proclaim that I am, a follower of Jesus Christ who attempts my best to listen and obey His word others look more intently upon my…

Good morning and welcome to Dishman Baptist Church. What a glorious fall weekend we have been treated to - I even got the privilege of seeing snow fly yesterday as Hayden and Richard and I tromped around the Colville National Forest looking for wildlife. It is amazing to think how far gone the year is…

Introduction If you are just tuning in for the first time we have began a series of “What we hold to be true.” Each Sunday we are looking at a Big Idea that is discussed on Sunday morning. We then take this Big Idea and move through the week in our personal study, cord of three meetings and cluster groups…

Announcements Are there any announcements? Please pray for Mary Lewis and her family and friends. Bill passed away Saturday at 12:30pm. Today is Potluck Sunday and everyone is invited after church! It is downstairs in the fellowship hall. Good News! Mike, Eddie, and Art removed our stumps for us yesterday!…