Category: Sermon Thoughts

  • How to Read the Law so I Delight in It

    Third and final installment on the purpose, fulfillment, and interpretation of the Old Testament Law.  We have already looked at why God gave the Law, and I also argued that the follower of Jesus should not read the Old Testament Law with the focus on how we are to keep the rules.  Rather we are…

  • Am I Supposed to Keep the Law?

    Now this is a sticky question about the Law.  Am I supposed to keep the Law?  As Christians have sought to interpret the Old Testament laws and commands, we come across an interesting challenge.  I actually know of several books with the premise that if we want to live a life that is blessed and…

  • Why the Law – 8 Reasons God Gave His people the Law

    We have been looking at the Exodus story and for the past few weeks we have been dealing with God’s covenant which includes the Law of God. The purpose of the Law is a very important issue for those who are following Jesus.  God has given commands and we must take them seriously if we…

  • Covenants in the Bible – God’s Love Language

    Covenant – An unchangeable, divinely imposed legal agreement between God and people that stipulates the condition of their relationship. There are six key covenants in the Scriptures. On Sunday we introduced the idea of the covenants between God and people.  Covenants are so important to understand the structure of the Bible and God’s redemptive plan. …

  • Seven Realities of Experiencing God

    I referenced the book Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God by Henry Blackaby in the sermon this past Sunday on the God who Calls. The book comes in several formats including a hardback book and a 13-week study workbook which is designed to do in groups. Well worth the read, and if…