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In the last fifty years, megachurches have become commonplace and are an accepted model of church even in Reformed circles (in the sense that people plant churches with the intent of rapidly growing into a megachurch). But in Christianity, the details always matter, and while God has at times caused churches to grow very quickly, this does not mean it is good to plan to create a large church. In t...

We think through some basic considerations before dig into the text of Revelation. What principles should govern our interpretation? Why does the date matter?

1 Corinthians 1:12 "Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ." King James Version

This lesson examines the insidious nature of worldly moral reasoning, specifically the shift from absolute divine duty to pragmatic relativism. By analyzing the temptation in Genesis and the Old Testament laws of separation, the teaching highlights how God's people are called to remain distinct from pagan cultures and thought forms. The central argument asserts that Christians must guard their min...

Today we come to one of the most known and not talked about passages of scripture. This is because no one wants to speak about the discipline of the Lord. Yet the Lord disciplines and chastens us for our benefit, not His. He does it out of love. It might be painful, but we should be thankful that God cares about enough to come down in love and help us to grow. Join us as we look at the chastening...

This sermon explores the nature of fear as a gap between perceived threats and available resources, using the account of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4 to illustrate how faith reorders our response to anxiety. The speaker argues that fear often masks deeper insecurities and false conclusions about God's care, urging believers to name their specific fears rather than letting them control behavio...

Theme: King Lemuel counsels regarding inappropriate and appropriate uses of alcoholic beverages. I. Inappropriate Use of Alcoholic Beverages A. The beverages 1. Wine [yayin]—clearly, an alcoholic drink 2. Beer [strong drink][shekar] B. Warning regarding their use 1. Drinking alcohol is not a sin 2. The warning is with regard to drunkenness C. Particularly, there are two reasons for the warning 1....

We have to access God by inviting Him into our hearts, the affairs that we are tending to, this makes sure we are aware that we're asking for His guidance in what we are doing. So many times we go into situations and circumstances we think are minor or that we can easily control which end up controlling us, usually these are matters we kind of know they are fleshly led not really desiring the answ...

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In learning to understand how God wants us to love others, Christ is the supreme example to observe and follow. In this message we see the inexpressible debt we owed God and how because of His great love, He has freely forgiven us. We also see that sometimes love actually has to do hard things. This message takes a fresh look at what love is and how to love.

Please consider how you can be faithful to the Lord Jesus Christ through your financial support to the continued work of His Church in this time. Contributions can be made by PayPal ( https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CK4HH84AFWTY4 ) or by visiting our website ( faithbiblepres.org ) or by mailing your contribution to: Faith Bible Presbyterian Church 3001 Marian Dr. Trenton Mi 48183 "T...

Longing for God's Word is longing for Christ Himself. God's Word is spiritual food that helps you grow. To grow spiritually read it, study it, think about it, discuss it, and obey it.

It Ain't Gonna Reign No More is my theological homophonic pun on the title of a catchy 1920's nonsense song that sold over 2 million copies. If you look it up online and play it (only about a minute long), I can almost guarantee you will get an earworm. We saw last time, from Romans 6:1-11, that by dint of your identification with Christ once you trust in His finished work on the cross to atone fo...

Why ought we believe in a pretribulation rapture? I can think of at least one good reason: immanency.

People tend to think of their "goodness" as a matter of relativity. But those who compare themselves with each other are not wise. The more you think of your own "goodness" the less you see your need of Christ. Christian Relativity does not compare ourselves with others, but rather compares ourselves to Christ.

"Show up," we are responsible to meet with God's people and, as part of his body, to help each other in our sanctification. "Speak up," let the word of Christ dwell in you richly and speak it into the lives of others, for their good and edification. "Man up" in the face of all the objections that you can think of for not obeying God, don't willingly sin! It's a terrible thing to fall into the hand...

This update explores recent scientific discoveries regarding a boat-shaped rock formation on Mount Ararat, suggesting it may be Noah's Ark, and uses this as a catalyst to discuss the theological parallels between the pre-flood era and the present day. It highlights the widespread wickedness, sexual perversion, and biological mixing of kinds described in Genesis 6 as characteristics that are recurr...

Php 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Php 4:9 Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace...

This sermon examines the insidious nature of worldly moral reasoning, tracing its roots to the temptation in the Garden of Eden where doubt replaced absolute obedience. The speaker contrasts the relativistic framework of pragmatism, which prioritizes personal benefit and consequences, with the absolute duty to trust God's character and commands. Drawing on Leviticus 18 and 2 Corinthians 6, the mes...

Part one of a two-part message on Philippians 2:1-6, and the tenth message in Pastor Robert Rohlin's study of Philippians. Epaphroditus has carried good news and hard news from Philippi to Paul's prison cell - a joyful church with a crack in it, and two faithful women, Euodia and Syntyche, who no longer get along. Rohlin works through the four cords Paul uses to hold a church together: consolation...

Thinking of Ourselves part 3. When we are unable to see things from another person's perspective. When doubtful disputations (differing opinions or disputes over doubtful things) hinder us from being able to see that something isn't God's viewpoint but our own.