In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to … Read more
As I mentioned in part 1, we can see that Psalm 101 is an excellent blueprint for leadership. I explained the vital importance of maintaining pure habits and discussed guarding our feet, eyes, and mind. Now let’s look at verse 3. Maintaining Pure Company The third way in which David is going to practice pure habits is to maintain pure company. Notice … Read more
Psalm 101 1 I will sing of steadfast love and justice; to you, O Lord, I will make music. 2 I will ponder the way that is blameless. Oh when will you come to me? I will walk with integrity of heart within my house; 3 I will not set before my eyes anything that is worthless. I … Read more
In the first post on Psalm 15, we answered the searching question, “Who Can Abide with God?” We discovered that only those who are ‘in the faith’ can do so, but the question now is, “Are we in the faith? Are we part of the true church?” For that answer, we need to do … Read more
Have you ever had those moments when it was quiet and no one else was around, where you wondered if in fact you were really saved? I know I have before. The Bible offers some assurance verses which are quite good. One of the best ones, I think is in Romans. It … Read more
Church, do we have the faith to say like Job did to his wife in the face of the most severe trial that any of us could ever go through… can you say, like him, that “even if God slays me… I will trust in Him.” Do we have that kind of faith today?
HQ 42. Since Christ died for us, why must we also die? A 42: Our death is not a satisfaction for our sins, but only an abolishing of sin, and a passage into eternal life. [author] [author_image timthumb=’on’]https://koinoniachurch.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Brenon-headshot.jpg[/author_image] [author_info]Koinonia Church believes in the immense value of memorizing the foundational doctrinal truths of the Reformation. … Read more
The Psalms comfort us in the midst of our trials and to help us talk to God about our pain. Pastor Dan explains that suffering is never retribution. God cares about our pain. But he encourages us to look deeper to see God’s greater purposes in the midst of the trial.
With the Lament psalm genre making up more than a third of all of the Psalms, I think it is safe to say that the tone of the book of Psalms is in large part one of sorrow–Sorrow over sin and calling out to God for deliverance from one thing or another.
We can do many things ‘right’ and still lose our first love for Christ and for our neighbor. Read more about how to regain your first love.
The church at Ephesus had four strengths that every church should have: excellent work ethic, intolerant of sin, orthodox and persevering. The Lord assures them that he knows them and loves them!
Sunday, Feb. 19 Good morning, Church! If you have your Bibles, please grab them and turn to Revelation Ch. 2. As you turn there, let me remind you of the sermon I preached over the summer as an introduction and an overview of the book of Revelation. In that sermon, I noted a few things … Read more
HQ32. Why are you called a Christian? A32: Because I am a member of Christ by faith, so I may confess his name, and present myself a living sacrifice of thankfulness to him. [author] [author_image timthumb=’on’]https://koinoniachurch.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Brenon-headshot.jpg[/author_image] [author_info]Koinonia Church believes in the immense value of memorizing the foundational doctrinal truths of the Reformation. Pastor Mark … Read more
Jan 15, 2017 The Proclamation: You are My Son. Today, I have begotten you… (Cont’d from the previous post.) Verses 7-9 tell us of the proclamation. It says, “I will tell of the decree: The Lord said to me, ‘You are my Son; today I have begotten you. Ask of me, and I will make … Read more
HQ28. What advantage is it to know that God has created, and by his providence still sustains all things? A28: That we may be patient in bad times; thankful in good times, knowing that nothing shall separate us from his love; since all creatures are in his hand, that without his will they cannot … Read more