Monthly Archives: August 2007

Redefining Success

In determining success, there are three courts. The Apostle Paul described these in 1 Corinthians 4:1-5. The Lower Courts – other people’s opinion about you, verse 3a The Higher Courts – your opinion of yourself , verse 3b The Supreme … Continue reading

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Three Kinds of People

1. The natural man will only confess Jesus as Lord once, that will be on the Day of Judgment. 2. The carnal man will only confess Jesus as Lord twice, on the day of their new birth and on the … Continue reading

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Three Times to Confess Jesus as Lord

1. We confess Jesus as Lord at the time of our new birth (Romans 10:9). 2. We all will confess Jesus as Lord at the end of time on the Day of Judgment (Philippians 2:11). 3. We can confess Jesus … Continue reading

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Confidence with the King, Part 3

“Let us hold fast to the confession” Hebrews 4:14 What is our confession? Our confession is Jesus (Hebrews 3:1). How does this work practically? In every circumstance confess “Jesus is Lord.” In difficulties, sorrow, or uncertainty say “Jesus is Lord.” … Continue reading

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Confidence with the King, Part 2

The path to victorious Christian living requires godly confidence. But is this confidence in ourselves? Absolutely not! Our confidence must be in the Lord, for He alone is worthy of our trust. 5 Qualities of our King 1. Jesus is … Continue reading

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Confidence with the King, Part 1

Hebrews 4:16 says, “Therefore let us approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us at the proper time.” Why is it important to be bold before God’s throne? Notice … Continue reading

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Good Affliction

There are two kinds of affliction: 1. Some affliction comes because of our sin, Psalm 119:67 2. Some affliction comes because of other people’s sin, Psalm 119:69-70 Regardless: 1. Sin brings affliction. 2. Affliction should move us God’s word. “It … Continue reading

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