Kingdom Liberty

Introduction   We’ve been progressing through the Chronological Bible this year. We spent a long time in the Old Testament and I feel like we just arrived in the New Testament, and there are only 6 weeks left to wrap up our one-year journey. The Old Testament had many rules, and until this year it … Continue reading Kingdom Liberty

With Perseverance

I. Introduction In our recent study of the Book of Galatians, Galatians taught us a lot about what it takes to become a believer, and all the misconceptions that people may have about what it takes to get into heaven.  It’s not following certain rules, it’s not performing certain rituals, it’s not anything we do.  All … Continue reading With Perseverance

True Freedom

I. Introduction We’ve been studying the book of Galatians and the truth of how God loves us, to free us from our bondage to sin. So that no one may boast by works, our salvation is secure through faith alone, in Christ alone, by grace alone. And I also know we’re supposed to study Galatians … Continue reading True Freedom

True Grace

  I.   Introduction   It is so difficult to become a Christian. There are so many rules. I used to think that rule #1 was to attend church every week. You know what I learned after I started going to church every week?   The church meets throughout the week, too. Turns out, Wednesday … Continue reading True Grace

Liberty versus Love

Introduction What is the most common phrase in the entire bible? "Fear Not." There is another very common phrase used throughout the bible, it is "one another." These are instructions on how to get along with … well, one another. "Love on another" is used at least a dozen times in the New Testament. • … Continue reading Liberty versus Love

Living by the Gospel

Usually when I post a bible study lesson, it's all formatted nice and neat. The new bible class is an interactive format, and I thought that preparing a full lesson might inhibit discussion. So instead, I'm just posting my outline and thoughts; this week's lesson explores the balance between legalism and freedom. -------------- Introduction Story: … Continue reading Living by the Gospel