National Capital Bible Church

(Ps 117:1-2) God’s love and faithfulness. Communion. Doctrine of Sanctification. Positional Sanctification (Heb 10:10), Progressive Sanctification (2 Cor 3:18), and Ultimate Sanctification (1 Jn 3:2).

(Ps 121:1-8) Paul’s calling. Church of God. Sanctification.

The works of the Holy Spirit. When we believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit instantaneously performs several irrevocably works in us (Rom 11:29).

(Ps 103:1-22) God’s essence on display. The calling and uniqueness of Paul (Acts 8-9). God’s used His grace to select Paul for apostleship (Gal 1:15). Doctrine of sanctification (1 Cor 1:2).

The five techniques of the Christian way of life. The key to victory in the Christian life is to utilize these techniques. Examples: Paul, Peter, David, Timothy, and Mary.

(Ps 136:26) God’s love never fails. Valentine’s Day tribute: whether married or single, you can rejoice in God’s love (Ecc 4:19-12; 1 Cor 7:32). Disciples vs. apostles, doctrine of the church, God’s unconditional grace (1 Cor 1:1-3; Acts 9:9-19).

Factors of effective faith. Examples: Daniel (Dan 11:32-35), Abraham, Moses, David, and Peter. People who know their God shall stand firm and take action (v. 32).

(Ps 34:8) Taste and see the Lord; He is good. Communion: Our spiritual nourishment. Chapter summaries for 1 Corinthians. Paul focuses on spiritual problems of carnal Christians and divine solutions.

Commands for Christian soldiers. Our strength comes from our knowledge of Bible doctrine (Eph 6:11; Rom 12:2) and faith in the Triune God (2 Pet 1:2).

(Ps 133:1-3) Unity in God’s family. First Corinthians: navigating faith, love, and unity. This book exhorts believers to foster unity among themselves to align their hearts and minds with Christ (1 Cor 1:10).

Fellowship with God. Examples: Moses, Enoch (Gen 5:24), Abraham, David, Elijah (1 Kings 18: 20ff), Daniel, and Jesus. God spoke to Moses as one speaks to a friend (Ex. 33:11).

(Psa 139) We are known by God, created by God, and judged by God. The chronology of sin (Matt 15:19). Man looks on the outward, but God looks at the heart. Turning the wandering believer back from the the sin unto death (Jas 5:19-20).

Faithfulness of God.

(Ps 16:1-11) Trust in God’s sovereignty; eternal security. Phases of salvation. The gift of salvation (Rom 6:23) vs. Biblical rewards (Mt 6:20). After we believe, we apply God’s Word to attain rewards (Lk 6:35; Heb 6:10).

Faith. Even in the unknown, we can walk out in faith (Heb 11:8). It is not dependent on sight (Jn 20:29). Faith gives us confidence in God (1 Sam 17; Job 13:25). How faith works when sharing the gospel (Acts 28:24).

(Ps 59:1-17) Assurance of God’s faithfulness. Communion: You have freedom in Christ (1 Cor 11:24-25). Review of previous truths (discipleship vs. salvation; relationship vs. fellowship) and how this sways church today. Free grace (Rom 3:28; Jn 6:40) vs. lordship salvation (Lk 9:23; Mt 7:21).

Eternal Security.

Doctrine of “One Another” cont.; Christ the model for those in authority.

Doctrine of “One Another” cont.; submitting to spiritual leadership; outward manifestation of inner humility; dressing appropriately.

Doctrine of “One Another” cont.; serve, be kind and forgive, bear burdens, show tolerance.

Doctrine of “One Another” cont.; building up, receive, admonish, same care for.

Father's Day: Like a knife repeatedly worked over a whetstone, fathers are to diligently sharpen their children with the word of God (Deut 6:4-9). Doctrine of One Another: Using the analogy of the human body (Eph 4:25), Paul teaches that although believers are different, we are unified in Christ, inextricably linked. We belong to one another and are to function as a team. With the affection an...

Father's Day; Prov 17:6; Doctrine of “One Another” cont.; Encourage "One Another" Heb 10:24-25; 1 Jn 4:7ff; Rom 1:11-12; 1 Thes 4:18, 5:11.

How do we function effectively as a local church?; Doctrine of “One Another” cont.; “love one another” is God-taught, a result of studying the Word of God and the fruit of the Spirit.

How do we function effectively as a local church?; Doctrine of “One Another”.