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Judged by Deeds (Rm 2.6-10) Our second message from this passage focuses not on man's destiny, but the issues man faces at the judgement bar of God: his deeds. Any man who assesses himself honestly will admit that he cannot meet God's standard, no matter how hard he tries. The message of grace, as we learn elsewhere, is that One Man met the standard and willingly exchanged … [Read more...] about 8.31.08 AM – Judged by Deeds (Rm 2.6-10)

The Activity of Demons In which we consider the ways in which demons operate in their opposition to God and as the emissaries of Satan. Read the notes as you listen. … [Read more...] about 8.24.08 Study

Destinies of Men (Rm 2.6-10) Our message today looks at the chiastic structure of Rm 2.7-10, which reveals the two destinies of men: eternal life or wrath and indignation, but puts the focus on the destiny of those who do evil: wrath, indignation, tribulation and anguish. The moral man must become aware of this, God's special revelation to him. The moral man (the man who … [Read more...] about 8.24.08 AM – Destinies of Men (Romans)

Father, save me from this hour (Jn 12.27-28) Our Lord's prayer on this occasion is an example for us of following the Father's will. The prayer of our title is not the prayer the Lord prayed. Rather, he prayed that the Father would glorify His name. There was much for the Lord to feel apprehensive about the Father's will, but his resolution to follow it is the driving force of … [Read more...] about 8.17.08 PM – Prayer

The Nature of Demons In which we consider the personality, intelligence [and strategems], morality, and powers of Satan's demons. Our study of these creatures is as a matter of considering the whole counsel of scriptures. We want to understand the Bible, not be obsessed with demonology. Read the notes as you listen. … [Read more...] about 8.17.08 Study