To illustrate a truly penitent heart, Jesus spoke of the return of a prodigal son and the word he said to his father: “And the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your sight; I am no longer worthy to be called your son’” (Luke 15.21 – nasu). However, the words, “I have sinned” are not always genuine. Twice during the time God brought the plagues on Egypt, Pharaoh said, “I have sinned” (Exod. 9.27; 10.16). He even went on to say, “The Lord is the righteous one, and I and my people are the […]

PM Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 4.8-11 This Evening’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey THE LOVE COVERING 1 PETER 4.8 Introduction: The good relationship I establish and maintain with my brethren in Christ is critical in regards to my good relationship with God. In our text, 1 Peter 4.8, Peter exhorted, “And above all things have fervent love for one another, for ‘love will cover a multitude of sins.’” (Cf., Prov. 10.12; James 5.19-20) In bitterness and negativity resentment is born, but in kindness and thoughtful assistance “love will cover a multitude of sins.” We would do well to consider this Love […]

“When the head of a major fast food chain underscores his support for traditional marriage, lefty heads explode. Dan Cathy, son of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy, told the Baptist Press July 16, that the conservative restaurant chain is, in fact, still conservative. “In response to a question pertaining to the franchise’s support of the traditional family, Cathy replied ‘guilty as charged.’ The president and chief operating officer continued, ‘We are very much supportive of the family – the biblical definition of the family unit. We are a family-owned business, a family-led business, and we are married to our first […]

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Today’s Sermon:  AM Scripture Reading: Deuteronomy 5.1-6 Brent T. Willey THELEGACY OF THETEN COMMANDMENTSANDBEYOND Part One Introduction: The lasting influence of the “Ten Commandments” is quite remarkable, but well beyond coincidence. The 10 Commandment Law has been grossly misunderstood, as well as misapplied. Let’s dispel the confusion… I. GOD’S COVENANT WITH ISRAEL God made this covenant with Israel (the Hebrews) after their deliverance from Egyptian bondage. (Exod. 19.1-8) The “Ten Commandments” on Mount Sinai. (Exod. 20.1-17) Moses received it directly from God! (Exod. 20.22-23) Israel’s immediate idolatry… (Exod. 32.1-35) The new tablets… (Exod. 34.1-35)  Deuteronomy contains the second listing. (Deut. […]

AM Scripture Reading: Ecclesiastes 1.12-18 This Morning’s Speak:        Brent T. Willey AGAINST THE WIND Ecclesiastes 1.14 Introduction: “The struggle for mankind for happiness has been a constant and engrossing one for centuries, probably since the advent of man on this earthly planet. Yet as we look about in this year of advanced civilization, we see unhappiness all around. In fact, there are those who say that as civilization continues, the woes and unhappiness of man increase.” [Forward by Dr. Clarence Bellinger; How To Live With Yourself, by Murray Banks, M.D.] In his search for the meaning of […]

AM Scripture Reading: 1 John 1.5 – 2.2 This Morning’s Sermon:       Brent T. Willey JESUS, OUR ADVOCATE 1 John 2.1 Introduction: “Sin” is a crime against God’s law (1 John 3.4); it is a universal problem among all people (Rom. 3.23), and without acquittal, the punishment is severe (Rom. 6.23; James 1.14-15). Spiritually speaking, Christ has been designated as our legal counsel – our “Advocate.” (1 John 2.1) And we need Him!!! I.THE MEANING & THE ROLE OF AN “ADVOCATE” “Advocate” [paraklĒtos para=beside + klĒtos=called]: “lit., called to one’s side or aid.” Used in a court of […]

PM Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 9.24-27 This Evening’s Sermon:                                     Brent T. Willey “ADD TO YOUR FAITH…SELF-CONTROL” 2 Peter 1.5-11 (Part Four) Introduction: “I’d rather lose a match than my self-respect.” [Arthur Ashe] Within our text (v. 6), “self-control” follows “knowledge,” which suggests that what is learned must be applied. Clearly, we must “add to our faith…self-control!” I.WHAT EXACTLY IS “SELF-CONTROL”? Egkrateia: “the virtue of one who masters his desires and passions, especially his sensual appetites” (Thayer). Kratos: “strength” – an inner strength […]