The Epic Life - Bob Hallman

Interesting facts about money: The first paper money was invented in China about 1,400 years ago! Ever wonder why quarters have has 119 grooves on its edge and dimes 118? In the early days, coins were made of silver or gold and it wasn’t uncommon for thieves to sell coin shavings off the edge of coins without being detected. A penny costs 2.4 cents to manufacture A stack of dollar bills one mile h...

Pastor Bob concludes the Divorce Dilemma series with Questions and Answers.   (2014) May God bless you through this message!  You can support this ministry: Donate The Epic Life https://www.theepiclife.org https://www.facebook.com/livetheepiclife https://www.instagram.com/Living_The_Epic_Life https://www.theepiclife.podbean.com

Introduction Matthew 19:1 marks an important transition in the Messianic story: To this point in the narrative, the Synoptic Gospels have focused attention on Jesus’ Galilean ministry However, from this point, the Gospel writers record the Lord’s determination to fulfill his redemptive purposes by setting his face toward Jerusalem. Furthermore, the narrative highlights the growing intensity of the...

Introduction Matthew 19:1 marks an important transition in the Messianic story: To this point in the narrative, the Synoptic Gospels have focused attention on Jesus’ Galilean ministry However, from this point, the Gospel writers record the Lord’s determination to fulfill his redemptive purposes by setting his face toward Jerusalem. Furthermore, the narrative highlights the growing intensity of the...

We all sin and hurt one another unintentionally or otherwise.  The thing that should differentiate us as believers is the way we handle our own sin and the sin of others.  Biblically, these things should be dealt with in love.  But often we find all kinds of excuses for not dealing with the problem directing and in a biblical manner. In this message, Pastor Bob explains the obstacles to reconcilia...

In the Matthew 18 series, Pastor Bob addresses biblical reconciliation.  In this message he uses Luke 17:1-4 to give practical steps in reconciling. We all sin and hurt one another unintentionally or otherwise.  The thing that should differentiate us as believers is the way we handle our own sin and the sin of others.  Biblically, these things should be dealt with in love.  But often we find all k...

This sermon is part of the Matthew series, but is included here as a companion message in the series on Biblical Reconciliation. This passage is often taught as a stand-alone text and therefore misinterpreted and misapplied.  Peter asks Jesus a valid question: What if my brother continues to sin repetitively against me after confessing and repenting of the original sin?  How many times should I fo...

This sermon is part of the Matthew series, but is included here as a companion message in the series on Biblical Reconciliation. This passage is often taught as a stand-alone text and therefore misinterpreted and misapplied.  Peter asks Jesus a valid question: What if my brother continues to sin repetitively against me after confessing and repenting of the original sin?  How many times should I fo...

Who were these wise men? The Greek word for wise men in this account (magoi) is rendered as astrologers where it occurs in the SEPTUAGINT, the Greek translation of the Old Testament (Dan. 1:20; 2:2) and as sorcerer in its other occurrences in the New Testament (Acts 13:6,8). The Greek historian Herodotus, writing in the fifth century B. C., identified the Magi as a caste of Medes who had a priestl...

There are at least three types of darkness a person can experience in life: Physical darkness Emotional darkness Spiritual darkness Fortunately, physical and emotional darkness are usually temporal. But the Good News is that spiritual darkness is something that no man or woman has to live with.  If you want, you can come out of the darkness and into the light!  I The Promise of God's Light: Foresh...

There are at least three types of darkness a person can experience in life: Physical darkness Emotional darkness Spiritual darkness Fortunately, physical and emotional darkness are usually temporal. But the Good News is that spiritual darkness is something that no man or woman has to live with.  If you want, you can come out of the darkness and into the light!  I The Promise of God's Light: Foresh...

Introduction  The church is a holy community created by God and intended to reflect His character and glory in the midst of a fallen world.  God loves the church and His ultimate purpose for His church is to make it a gift to His Son; thus He calls it the Bride of Christ.  For this reason the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are constantly at work to purify the church and bring her to maturity (Eph 4:7...

Introduction  The church is a holy community created by God and intended to reflect His character and glory in the midst of a fallen world.  God loves the church and His ultimate purpose for His church is to make it a gift to His Son; thus He calls it the Bride of Christ.  For this reason the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are constantly at work to purify the church and bring her to maturity (Eph 4:7...

Introduction Matthew 18 is all about the King’s kids: How they enter the Kingdom of Heaven - Matt 18:3-4 How they're to be treated - Matt 18:5-9 How they're to be cared for - Matt 18:10-14 How they're to be disciplined - Matt 18:15-20 How they're to be reconciled and forgiven - Matt 18:21-35 I  The Simplicity of Children Mark 9:33-34  “Then He came to Capernaum. And when He was in the house He ask...

Introduction Matthew 18 is all about the King’s kids: How they enter the Kingdom of Heaven - Matt 18:3-4 How they're to be treated - Matt 18:5-9 How they're to be cared for - Matt 18:10-14 How they're to be disciplined - Matt 18:15-20 How they're to be reconciled and forgiven - Matt 18:21-35 I  The Simplicity of Children Mark 9:33-34  “Then He came to Capernaum. And when He was in the house He ask...

The Bible teaches us that we are to: “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”  1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  "Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise -- the fruit of lips that confess his name.”  Hebrews 13:15   As Christians, we certainly have much to be thankful for: We have been for...

The Bible teaches us that we are to: “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”  1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  "Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise -- the fruit of lips that confess his name.”  Hebrews 13:15   As Christians, we certainly have much to be thankful for: We have been for...

Review: Peter, James and John have just witnessed the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ and have heard the testimony of Moses and Elijah who confirm that Jesus is, indeed, the Messianic fulfillment of the OT Law and Prophecies! And now we find them descending into the valley of life’s reality as they come face to face with “Suffering, Death and Taxes”!! Summary: Our brief mountain top experiences ar...

Review: Peter, James and John have just witnessed the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ and have heard the testimony of Moses and Elijah who confirm that Jesus is, indeed, the Messianic fulfillment of the OT Law and Prophecies! And now we find them descending into the valley of life’s reality as they come face to face with “Suffering, Death and Taxes”!! Summary: Our brief mountain top experiences ar...

I The Revelation of Jesus’ Identity Now, after six days: [Verse 1] Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother It may surprise you to know this; but Jesus didn't treat all the twelve disciples equally. Among the twelve, He had a special relationship with these three and included them … When He raised Jairus’ daughter from the dead - Lk 8:51 When He clarified the signs of the His 2nd Coming - Mk...

I The Revelation of Jesus’ Identity Now, after six days: [Verse 1] Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother It may surprise you to know this; but Jesus didn't treat all the twelve disciples equally. Among the twelve, He had a special relationship with these three and included them … When He raised Jairus’ daughter from the dead - Lk 8:51 When He clarified the signs of the His 2nd Coming - Mk...

Introduction The Confession of Simon Peter (16:13-20) Jesus questions the disciples (vv. 13-15) regarding the popular perceptions of his identity and then, specifically asks the disciples for their opinion by asking, “But who do you say that I am?” Peter, acting as a spokesman for the group, made two historic assertions: “You are the Christ”: The anointed Messiah of God (His mission) “The Son of t...

Introduction The Confession of Simon Peter (16:13-20) Jesus questions the disciples (vv. 13-15) regarding the popular perceptions of his identity and then, specifically asks the disciples for their opinion by asking, “But who do you say that I am?” Peter, acting as a spokesman for the group, made two historic assertions: “You are the Christ”: The anointed Messiah of God (His mission) “The Son of t...

Introduction What do you think of when you hear the phrase, “True Confessions”? Some might be reminded of Catholic confession. Others might think of finally coming clean with someone we have deceived or betrayed. True Confessions Magazine, a cherished classic first published in 1922, looks into women's souls and reveals their deepest secrets. It deals with family problems, relationship issues, rom...

Introduction What do you think of when you hear the phrase, “True Confessions”? Some might be reminded of Catholic confession. Others might think of finally coming clean with someone we have deceived or betrayed. True Confessions Magazine, a cherished classic first published in 1922, looks into women's souls and reveals their deepest secrets. It deals with family problems, relationship issues, rom...