The LORD Went Before... - Exodus 13:1-22 They are gathered, ready to leave. They have the Pharoah's commandment to leave; along with that certain desire of the whole people of Egypt. The first born of Egypt have died. The other nine plagues have ruined their land, and home. God in His grace has protected the …
Category: discipleship
Sermon Bites 09/20/09
One Who Is Wise... James 3:13-18 I. …DOES GOOD THINGS/WORKS WITHOUT THE NEED FOR OTHERS KNOWING (v. 13). II. …IS OF PURE HEART AND MIND THROUGH CHRIST JESUS (vv. 14-15). III. …SHOWS FORTH WISDOM THAT IS FROM GOD ABOVE (vv. 16-17). IV. …PRODUCES THE FRUIT OF RIGHTEOUSNESS (v. 18). -Tim A. Blankenship
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 09/16/09
Take You A Lamb - Exodus 12:21-51 The final plague, and the finish of the captivity of Israel is looming over the land of Egypt. Excitement, expectation, and dread are in the hearts and minds of all the people of the land; even the Hebrews. The Hebrews have an assurance of deliverance; a promise from …
Sermon Bites 09/13/09
Discipleship - The Pursuit of Godliness Hebrews 12:14-17 I. A PURSUIT OF PEACE AND HOLINESS (v. 14). II. TAKING OVERSIGHT OVER ONE'S LIFE IN MATTERS OF GRACE (v15). III. BE AWARE - BE WARNED OF THE "ROOT OF BITTERNESS" WHICH IS PUFFED UP TROUBLING YOU (v. 15). Deut. 29:18 IV. THE EXAMPLE OF ESAU/EDOM DESIRING …
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 09/02/09
The Beginning Of Months - Exodus 12:1-20 After having been in captivity as slaves to the Egyptians for over 400 years the people of God called Israel are about to begin anew as a nation of people, a holy nation, a separated nation unto God. Throughout this chapter we will see pictures or types of …
Sermon Bites 08/30/09
Supper To Remember Mark 14:12-25 I. A VERY SPECIAL EVENT (vv. 12-21). II. A SPECIAL PEOPLE ARE PRESENT (vv. 12-21). III. A SPECIAL BODY IS BROKEN FOR ALL (v. 22). IV. A SPECIAL BLOOD IS SHED FOR ALL (vv. 23-24). V. A SPECIAL KINGDOM IS COMING (v. 25). -Tim A. Blankenship
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 08/19/09
Death Of The Firstborn - Exodus 11:1-10 The events of chapter 11 appear to be taking place before Moses leaves the presence of Pharoah in chapter 10. The Pharoah has given his decree of death for Moses and Aaron if he sees them again (10:28). In pronouncing the death of Moses and Aaron if he …
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 08/12/09
Inquiring Minds Want To Know – Exodus 10:1-29 One thing which should stand out clearly in the study of Exodus is God’s patience. Patience with Moses in his calling; patience with Pharoah time after time in the plagues. It shoudl be eminently clear that God’s desire is for all – the whole world – to …
Sermon Bites 08/09/09
The King, His Messenger, and His Message Rejected Matthew 14:1-13 In Matthew’s account of the death of the prophet John the Baptist it is recollection of events which have already transpired some time before. We know this because Herod is hearing of the work and miracles of Jesus, and thinking that John has been resurrected …
Sermon Outline 08/02/09
Put Off, Put On, Put Away Ephesians 4:20-25 I. THE CHRISTIAN LEARNS CHRIST (v. 20). A. We already know the way we have left behind. 1. A life, road traveled, path of sin, stench, death, and destruction (Ephesians. 2:1). 2. A life that knows not that it is enslaved until, and only when the Light …
Sermon Bites 07/26/09
The Spirit Of The Family Galations 6:1 OUTLINE - I. BRETHREN ACCORDING TO THE FAITH. II. OUR RESPONSIBILITY TOWARD BRETHREN CAUGHT IN TRANSGRESSION. III. THE TRANSGRESSION IS AN ACT AGAINST GOD AND HIS LAW. IV. A WORD FOR THE SPIRITUALLY MATURE. Please note: The second portion of the message will be delivered in the evening …
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 07/15/09
Hail And Fire From Heaven – Exodus 9:13-35 Arthur W. Pink points out that where the other plagues could have been connected to uncleanliness, unhealthy living, and sinfulness; this plague begins a series of plague which are definitely from the heavens. OUTLINE - I. GOD WARNS PHAROAH, AND TEACHES HIM THAT HE HAS BEEN MERCIFUL …
Sermon Bites 07/12/09
Demonstration Of Power 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 I. THE POWER OF EXCELLENT SPEECH (v. 1). II. THE POWER OF DETERMINED FAITH (v. 2). III. THE POWER OF GENUINE FAITH (v. 3). IV. THE POWER OF THE SPIRIT OF GOD (vv. 4-5). -Tim A. Blankenship
Sermon Bites 07/05/09
Spirit Bearing Witness Romans 9:1-5 I. THE WITNESS OF CONSCIENCE AND THE SPIRIT OF GOD (v. 1). II. THE GRIEF, AND SORROW OF HEART FOR THE PEOPLE (vv. 2-3). III. THE BLESSINGS OF A CONDEMNED PEOPLE (v. 4). IV. THE ONE’S THROUGH WHOM CHRIST HAS COME INTO THE WORLD (v. 5). -Tim A. Blankenship If …
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 07/01/09
The LORD Separates – Exodus 9:1-12 There is much futility in fighting against the will of God. God has promised Moses to deliver Israel from the bondage of the Egyptians, and their slavery; but Pharoah is being obstinate against the direction of the LORD. The LORD is showing Himself to be God to the Egyptians; …