The Lord’s church is often accused of being “church-centered” rather than “Christ-centered.” How do we prove otherwise?
Sermons by Billy Smith (Page 21)
This evening’s lesson comes from our daily Bible reading and responds to the question asked by first century unbelievers. They had given up on the second coming of Jesus, just as many have done today.
The search for meaning to life is found in the knowledge we are created in the image of God and it is for the salvation of our souls that Jesus went to the cross. Let us rejoice in the value God places on our lives and the lives of each other.
It is often a human tendency to see how little we can do to get by, when the Lord teaches that we are to go beyond what is expected. Such a spirit is pleasing in the eyes of God.
What we believe and what we practice in the church must be determined by some standard of authority. It is by the authority of God, and God alone, that we do what we do.
As we approach possible additions to our eldership, it is good for us to know, understand and remember our responsibility and relationship as sheep to our shepherds.
Our congregational theme for this year, “Better,” comes from this text, along with the reminder that God can never forget those who truly love Him and perform His work.
This is the story of how Jesus changed the lives of those who crossed His path. What happened then can, and must, happen to us.
This is the theme for year 36 of Horizons, going on this week on the FHU campus. Fear is a real and paralyzing emotion, both individually and globally. As always, the Lord has the answer for our fears: He is the answer!
We complete our journey to the seven churches of Asia with a visit to Laodicea. The Lord finds no sin or false doctrine in the congregation, yet He provides His sternest rebuke. These brethren were “lukewarm,” which makes this the most relevant of the seven letters for us.