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Saying "No" to God

Dennis McCallum

Numbers 13:21-14:9

Tempted to go back to the Old Testament rather than New Testament Christianity, the author of Hebrews warns of the danger of saying no to God by not following radical grace. Common barriers to living under radical grace include the fear of persecution, losing the "security" of the Law, and having to admit our need to trust in God over self. The more we distrust God, the easier that rationale becomes, so we need to ask God for a sensitivity to His leading in our life.

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Hebrews 3:1-19, Numbers 13:21-14:9Heb 3:1-19,Num 13:21-14:9 Heb 3:1-19, Num 13:21-14:9By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 08/23/2007Tempted...

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Introduction

Dennis McCallum

Hebrews 1:1-2:3

An unknown author writes this letter to Jewish Christians to explain the significance of Jesus Christ. God has revealed Himself through prophecy and various ways, but in the New Testament He has been revealed through Jesus, who is the incarnation of God in human form who went to take on the penalty of humanity's sin. The superiority of Jesus gives the basis for living according to the New Testament principles as opposed to the Old Covenant prior to the cross. Continuing to live by the Old Testament is a failure to recognize the importance of Jesus' sacrifice.

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Hebrews 1:1-2:3Heb 1:1-2:3 Heb 1:1-2:3By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 08/16/2007An unknown author writes this letter to Jewish Christia...

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Be a Good Worker

Jeff Gordon

2 Timothy 2:15-26

God's grace empowers us to be good workers for the Lord. Those who work hard under God's grace take a stand on truth. Paul's audience does not live a life like this. They have instead drifted away from the truth and have shame-filled lives. Paul reminds them of the foundation of God's truth -- we were designed by God to know Him personally and are motivated by His love and commitment to us. With this core truth in mind, we can run away from sin and run toward righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace.

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2 Timothy 2:15-262 Tim 2:15-26 2Tim 2:15-26By Jeff Gordon Teaching Date: 06/24/2007God's grace empowers us to be good workers for the Lor...

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Guard What has been Entrusted to You

Tom Dixon

2 Timothy 2:2-7

True spirituality is caught and taught within the context of close, intentional relationships. This is the main method of evangelism that was used by Jesus and the early church fathers through multiplication. Modeling this method involved entrusting sound doctrine about grace to reliable men.

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2 Timothy 2:2-72 Tim 2:2-7 2Tim 2:2-7By Tom Dixon Teaching Date: 06/17/2007True spirituality is caught and taught within the context of c...

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What To Do When We Sin

Dennis McCallum

Mark 14:10-72

n the last night of Jesus' life, we get insight into two people very close to him: Judas Iscariot and Peter. Both men experienced immense failure, but the outcomes were entirely different. The difference in outcome was based on the response to failure. Judas encountered worldly remorse, also known as metamelomai. This type of regret is depicted by self-pity, shame that leads to moving away from God, and ultimately led to Judas' death. Peter's response was known as metanoia, or godly repentance. This type of response is a change of perspective, where you accept God's forgiveness which leaves no regret. Godly repentance leads us ultimately into closer relationship with God and allowed Peter to be used in incredible ways by God in the early church. These two kinds of sorrow are important to consider for Christians when they encounter failure.

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Mark 14:10-72Mark 14:10-72 Mark 14:10-72By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 04/29/2007n the last night of Jesus' life, we get insight into ...

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Living Generously

Jim Leffel

2 Corinthians 8:7-21

God's grace revealed through Jesus Christ provides a basis for being generous. Some keys to be living generously include: 1) being intentional about giving generously; 2) being faithful to what you've decided to give; 3) be proportional with your giving to a sacrificial degree; and 4) be zealous. Since we are accountable to God with His resources, we should be excited to be a part of God's eternal purposes and should aim to be above reproach in our handling of His money.

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2 Corinthians 8:7-212 Cor 8:7-21 2Cor 8:7-21By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 04/29/2007God's grace revealed through Jesus Christ provides a b...

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Failure

Mike Woods

Matthew 26:14-75

When we encounter failure as we follow God, our response to failure is vital. Judas Iscariot and Peter are two examples of two radically different responses to failure. If we choose to despair after failure, we will encounter a loss of hope that God is committed to us. However, real repentance allows for closer fellowship with God, a deeper appreciation of His love, and an active pursuit to love others and learn from failure. God is committed to using failure in our lives for good.

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2 Corinthians 7:10-11, Matthew 26:14-752 Cor 7:10-11,Matt 26:14-75 2Cor 7:10-11, Matt 26:14-75By Mike Woods Teaching Date: 03/11/2007When...

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Transformation

Jim Leffel

2 Corinthians 2:14-3:6

As Christians, we can experience deep transformation as we live in newness of the Holy Spirit, knowing God has provided us the ability to serve Him adequately. In God's new way, we can more substantially know God in His glory as we understand His love and mercy more deeply. By being in His presence, we are able to live in real freedom under God's grace, which allows Christians to minister effectively according to His power. Living in the New Covenant shows the futility of relating to God under the Old Covenant.

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2 Corinthians 2:14-3:62 Cor 2:14-3:6 2Cor 2:14-3:6By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 02/25/2007As Christians, we can experience deep transforma...

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Reconciliation

Jim Leffel

2 Corinthians 2:6-11

Paul gives instructions to the Corinthians on how they should approach a brother who has undergone church discipline. The purpose of discipline is redemptive by nature, desiring a change of mind and moving away from damaging habits. Paul calls on them to extend forgiveness and grace toward the offender and affirm their love for him. As people experience reconciliation, they are able to humbly respond to God out of gratitude for His grace, eager to be used by Him.

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2 Corinthians 2:6-112 Cor 2:6-11 2Cor 2:6-11By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 02/11/2007Paul gives instructions to the Corinthians on how they...

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