The Cross and the Crown

In one of the mot moving sermons of the First Great Awakening, Jonathan Edwards delivered this three-part masterpiece inspired by Revelation 5:5-6. In it, given around 1738, Edwards explores the range of Christ's excellencies as both Lion and Lamb. *Keep in mind that some of the words that Edwards uses in 1738 are not used in the same way today. For instance, "meanness" meant "of lowly nature, or...

In one of the most moving sermons of the First Great Awakening, Jonathan Edwards delivered this three-part masterpiece inspired by Revelation 5:5-6. In it, given around 1738, Edwards explores the beautiful truth of Christ's being both Lion and Lamb.  *Keep in mind, words in 1738 are not always of the same meaning as we intend them today. For example: Edwards will use the word "meanness" consistent...

How do we approach Romans 7? How does Romans 7 launch us into the profound truths of Romans 8? What is the purpose of the law? What does the law tell us about God and man? What does it mean that there is no condemnation in Christ? 

What is the gospel? In this intro to our study through Romans 8, we will give an overview of Paul's letter that has proved pivotal throughout Church history. 

Why and how does holding to relative truth fall flat? Where does it inevitably lead, if we carry it through to its end? How does Christ offer us a better alternative?

What do believers need to see and hear in moments of uncertainty? What does the world need to see and hear from believers in times of uncertainty?

How should a Christian view truth? Are there such things as absolutes? Where does relativism lead? 

How does Operation Christmas Child offer us an opportunity to participate in the Great Commission? Here is a link to Alex's story and The Greatest Journey which were part of this message:   https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/alex-story/ https://youtu.be/czddP07vZxw  

How does the gospel change how we view and interact with the world around us? How can we cultivate a Christ-centered view of the various issues facing our culture today?

What is the role of government? What is the role of the Christian in government? How can the church unite amidst stark differences? 

How does the history of God's people reveal the majesty of Christ? How does this comfort us in difficult days?

What does it mean for us to be ready to give a reason for the hope we have as Christians? 

As Christians, it is vital that we know the gospel. This episode is meant to help equip the believer with fundamental truths to share with unbelievers. 

Christ calls us to Himself. What are the implications of this calling? 

How do we combat worry in the Christian life? From where does our hope and strength come from?

What does it mean that our citizenship is in heaven? 

According to Paul, what is the sum of every human achievement apart from Christ? 

What does it mean to pour our lives out as a drink offering? What can we learn from the lives of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus?

The call to live a life worthy of the gospel is a call to build unity within the church as the body worships Christ the glorious King. 

In this session, we will examine Paul's statement that "to live is Christ and to die is gain." How can he say that with confidence and assurance? 

How does the founding of the church at Philippi in Acts 16, advance the gospel? 

In this conclusion to the book of Philippians, we will examine the importance of Paul's incredibly deep and personal closing words. 

Will God really provide all we need? What happens when what we think we need is different than what God knows we need? 

What does Paul mean when he speaks of "the beginning of the gospel? How does our giving display the fruit of the gospel in our lives?

How can we grow in contentment, no matter the season? What does it mean to "do all things through Christ who strengthens us?"