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| 1980 Encouragement |
Examples of sports teams and how they help, encourage, support, and believe in each other. The advantage of having the support of the home fans. Contrast criticism, put-downs. Confidence is important and fragile and respect is critical for confidence. Paul respected Thessalonians. Paul criticized, but never without surrounding it with respect. Paul drew strength from Thessalonians. Knowing how important these things are, how can we neglect to do them for others? |
| 1980 Is Prophecy Dual? |
Examination of the prophecies of Isaiah 7-12. |
| 1980 Primacy of the Individual |
Isolated Christians can and do have an impact as salt is scattered. We are responsible to God individually. What's more important, the organization or the individual? Don't offend "little one". Leave the 99 and find the one. No coattail salvation; no group salvation. Ultimately, all evangelism is personal. Shine your light wherever you are. |
| 1980 Right Not To Listen |
Inane ideas - is a Christian obliged to listen? Is politeness always the rule or does the Bible instruct otherwise? How do we handle dessention, contentions, false doctrines, and murmuring among members? Romans 16:17; 2 Thessalonians 3. There is a difference between "little ones" and "teachers" and how we treat them. How much time do we spending listening to harebrained ideas? Suggestion by Dart that Herbert Armstrong's teachings were not necessary unique. How do we reconcile having an open fellowship with one who sows discord? |
| 8014 Preview of the Passover |
Ritual is far more effective in teaching than just sermons. Apparently, the original Passover was more symbolic than an actual feast. Paul indicates this is also the case for the New Testament Passover. Passover observance required for all Christians. Addresses: In an unworthy manner; Discerning the Lord's Body; Between the evenings; Why burn the lamb; Why no blood on the threshold. There is so much to learn and to gain by observing the Passover, where we have fellowship with the Father and the Son. |
| 8022 The Power of Pentecost |
Insight on the 1st Pentecost and the role of power in it. The purpose of tongues was to communicate the wonderful works of God. While tongues were not mentioned in Joel, Joel's prophecy was Peter's point, and tongues were only a means to that end. Power was given to work, to change lives and hearts, to lead to repentance, and not just for show. There is a diversity of gifts, but every Christian is called on to love, empowered by God. |
| 8059 When Do You Celebrate Christ's Birth? |
Although Christmas has pagan origins, is it OK to celebrate it if we are worshiping Christ? Is it wrong to observe Christ's birth in a non-pagan manor? Clearly, the New Testament church did not celebrate Christ's birth. "Birthdays are not intrinsically wrong." "We do not observe Jesus' birth because there is no Biblical instruction to do so and we don't know when it was." Birthdays are a celebration of the beginning of life, which ideally will lead to spiritual, eternal life. Jesus' birth, however, was just the opposite, marking his transition from spiritual to physical and the beginning of his physical corruption. |
| 8064 Open Letter to a Divided Church |
Why does division in a church occur? What to do about it? How do I discern? How do I keep from being part of the problem? An excellent, thorough study of Proverbs both as a guide to how to discern and how to act. Attitude may be a better determining factor than doctrine and righteousness. Also discussed: Leadership in the church; Worshipping at home. |
| 80-01-05 Romans |
A direct followup to the 1979 "Romans – Heart of the Gospel" sermon. What is the Christian duty to the civil government? What about taxes, speed limits, customs? What if the leader is immoral or corrupt? Christians and the burning of Rome. Final admonitions. |
| 80-04-19 Feast of Weeks |
Ascension of Jesus on wave sheaf day as the first of the first fruits. Unleavened bread taken with Passover sacrifice relates to Jesus not being corrupted. No one ascended to the Father before Christ, as no grain was cut before the wave sheaf. 7 weeks of harvest culminating in a great harvest feast. Parallel to the 7 sabbatical years culminating in the Jubilee. 2 firstfruit loaves. Disposition of David’s body. Acts 2 Pentecost. The plan of God. |
| 80-05-10 The Spirit Speaks to the Church |
A look at the 7 churches of Revelation 2 & 3, with 5 criticisms and 7 admonitions given. How can an apostle be tested if he is the standard? Toleration of false doctrine seems to be more condemned that the false doctrine itself. The "I have need of nothing" attitude is wrong, so refine your character with trials and repent and accept the sacrifice of Jesus. The overriding admonition of the entire 2 chapters: OVERCOME. |
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Renewing the Spirit |
Pentecost. The Holy Spirit, what it does and the importance of it in the life of the Christian. Must be used, not just accumulated. How to renew it. Examples of the role of out actions in renewing the spirit. How to be renewed in the inward man. |
| 80-09-30 A Call to Prayer |
Need inspiration to pray? Listen to this sermon. Prayer played a dominant role in the early church. The people praying for Peter’s release had no more faith than we do, but what they did have was persistence. It is critical to be results-oriented in prayer, not time-oriented. Sharing our needs with each other in important. Dart provides several inspiring accounts of prayers for others being answered. Four points toward getting results in prayer. Prayer is the most powerful weapon in the Christian’s arsenal, if we know how to use it. |
