Pilgrim's Progress: Two Dark Valleys This week we had a brief review of a couple of points from last week's lesson and began to look at Christian's progress through two valleys. The first involves his encounter with Apollyon, where Christian wins the day by virtue of his humility and use of the Word of God. The second is the Valley of the Shadow of Death where Christian must … [Read more...] about 10.5.08 – Two Dark Valleys [Pilgrim’s Progress]
10.5.08 – A New Perspective or an Old Lie? [Romans]
A New Perspective or an Old Lie? (Rm 2.13) In our message today, we look again at Rm 2.13, a passage that is much misinterpreted by the false teachers of the "New Perspective on Paul". In this message, we briefly summarize these false teachings and point out the subtlety that unstable Christians may miss in the teachings of these or any false teacher. One goal of local church … [Read more...] about 10.5.08 – A New Perspective or an Old Lie? [Romans]
9.28.08 The House Beautiful [Pilgrim’s Progress]
Pilgrim's Progress: The House Beautiful Another one of our deacon's, Bill Miner, led our Pilgrim's Progress study this week due to the pastor's absence. This session dealt with Christian's time in the House Beautiful, a picture of the local church. He is guided by four sisters who equip him with the armour of the Spirit to protect him against the fiery darts of the wicked … [Read more...] about 9.28.08 The House Beautiful [Pilgrim’s Progress]
9.28.08 Witnessing to the Blind [Our Deacons]
Witnessing to the Blind (2 Cor 3.16) For only the second time in 25 years of ministry, Pastor Don was ill and unable to fill the pulpit this Sunday. He thanks God for the willing hearts of the men of our church to stand up in his place and bring God's Word to God's people. Today's message comes from one of our deacon's, Harry Lloyd. This message appeals simply to the sinner … [Read more...] about 9.28.08 Witnessing to the Blind [Our Deacons]
9.21.08 The Head of Our Church (2) [Church Basics]
The Head of Our Church (2) (Mt 16.18) Not being satisfied with our message of the same name last week, our pastor offers another. The Lord Jesus is the authority of every church since the church is his idea and his creation. He it is who stands as examiner, corrector, exhorter, and encourager of His church. If our church will truly have Him as our head, we must submit … [Read more...] about 9.21.08 The Head of Our Church (2) [Church Basics]