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Believing Means Behaving

Believing Means Behaving

preached May 20, 2012
added May 21, 2012
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scripture Titus 2:2-4
topics Biblical Manhood, Biblical Womanhood, Obedience
type Sermon
id 2877

No matter what stage of life we are in, every believer needs to understand the link between the faith that we profess and the lifestyle that should characterize us. The challenge isn't to blend in with the culture, but by our distinctiveness, to adorn the gospel. In Titus 2:1-5, Paul begins this instruction in Christian living with the older generation of men and women, whose stage in life presents new responsibilities and opportunities to influence those around them.

Titus - An Introduction

Titus - An Introduction

preached April 15, 2012
added April 17, 2012
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scripture Titus 1:1-4
topics Gospel, Grace, Obedience
type Sermon
id 2866

The book of Titus was written to a church living in moral and doctrinal confusion. Paul charged Titus to set things in order by teaching sound doctrine and instructing his congregation in the character that should be manifested among those who profess faith in Christ. In this introduction to the book of Titus, we learn that Paul's encouragement to cultivate discernment and godly living is as relevant now as it was in the first century.

Temptation

Temptation

added February 23, 2012
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scripture James 1:12-15
topics Assurance of Salvation, Christian Thinking, Obedience, Temptation
type Sermon
id 2861

Temptation is the enticement to sin and is rooted in our own evil desire. Outside forces do not compel us to engage in sinful or evil behavior, but the desire within our own hearts draws us into a disobedient realm. While the devil serves as a source of temptation, the decision to indulge in our desires is internally conceived. Alistair Begg explains that acting on temptation is an “inside job” and warns us to be vigilant against its enticement.

A Call to the Potential Drifter

A Call to the Potential Drifter

added February 23, 2012
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scripture 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
topics Assurance of Salvation, Christian Thinking, Obedience, Suffering
type Sermon
id 2862

Daily commitment and devotion are essential to our step-by-step journey toward heaven. The Apostle Paul compares our daily lives to conditioning for a marathon. Such preparation entails strain and difficulty. When we are not prepared for sacrifice, we will never know the joy of the prize. In this message on 1 Corinthians 9, Alistair Begg instructs us to not run aimlessly, but instead to run for the goal of eternal life with Christ.

The Apostle's Prayer, Part Two

The Apostle's Prayer, Part Two

preached February 26, 1984
added January 23, 2012
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scripture Colossians 1:9-14
topics Obedience, Prayer, Sanctification
type Sermon
id 1025

The Apostle Paul encourages us to pursue knowledge that will transcend us into a life worthy of Christ. Our incentive to live knowingly should not be aligned with how it makes us feel but instead, motivated by our desire to bring glory to God. In this message, Alistair Begg outlines four marks of a life that is pleasing to Jesus – fruitful, knowledgeable, powerful and thankful.

Alive In Christ, Volume 1

Alive In Christ, Volume 1

added January 9, 2012
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scripture Colossians 1:1-2:10
topics Christian Living, The Church, Faith, False Teaching, Gospel, Grace, Jesus Christ, Ministry, Obedience, Patience, Prayer, Sanctification, Thanksgiving, Trinity
type Series
id 15101DL

The challenge for today’s churches to remain rooted in the truth of the Gospel is not new. In fact, the church in Colossae during the days of the Apostle Paul was influenced by many worldly falsehoods, including superstition, mythology and even simple error in doctrinal translation. In his letter to the Colossians, Paul imposes two key messages which are as applicable today as they were then. First, he re-confirms that all things were created and hold together through Jesus Christ and that we must walk with Him and hold steadfast to our faith in His saving power. Paul then provides ...

Getting the Holy Spirit in Focus, Part Nine

Getting the Holy Spirit in Focus, Part Nine

preached April 8, 1984
added August 27, 2011
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topics Holy Spirit, Obedience
type Sermon
id 1036

The nature of spiritual gifts are often misunderstood, but the Bible provides some clear direction on the purpose and bestowal of these gifts that are given to build up the church. Rather than being something that we can pick and choose for ourselves, they are truly given as gifts from God.

Getting the Holy Spirit in Focus, Part Seven

Getting the Holy Spirit in Focus, Part Seven

preached March 11, 1984
added August 13, 2011
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topics Holy Spirit, Obedience
type Sermon
id 1028

Between when we were born again and when we will see Jesus, we are to be steadfast and full of the Spirit. We learn that 'fullness' is metaphorical, therefore to be fulled with the Spirit, implies that the Spirit is the dominant influence and characteristic of our behavior. We learn the difference between habitual fullness and occasional fullness for special reasons in regard to the Holy Spirit. We also learn thatfullness of the Spirit is a Christian privilege and a Christian command.

The Calling of Committed Followers

The Calling of Committed Followers

preached June 27, 1999
added June 27, 1999
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scripture Luke 5:1
topics Gospel, Obedience
type Sermon
id 2094