Sermons in this series
Thu, May 01, 1997
The phases of sanctification. The believer’s experience (experiential sanctification) is controlled by and depends on his position (positional sanctification) in the elect plan of God (Example: Israel). Jesus Christ went through an experiential sanctification process, though without sin. The aim of experiential sanctification is developing a trust and obedience to God the Father. Experiential sanctification can proceed in good days and bad.
Thu, Apr 17, 1997
The geography of the Holy Land as it relates to conquest and settlement. The curse on he who rebuilds Jericho. When we think biblically, we must think in terms of the whole Bible. Grace is not a permanent feature of the plan of God. The ethics of common grace do not imply permanent tolerance of evil. Joshua and the wars of conquest must be considered within the whole Biblical Framework. Questions and answers.
Thu, Apr 10, 1997
The essential core difference between faith and unbelief. Holy war. The examples of Ruth and Rahab argue for the fairness of God and against the unbelief of their time in Canaan. God honors private obedience, not public righteousness. Questions and answers.
Thu, Apr 03, 1997
Setting personal and historical events into a larger picture. God is both infinite and personal in His nature. The universe was not created with evil in it. In biblical Christianity, evil has boundaries. In paganism, evil has no beginning and no end. We should be motivated by gratitude for what God has done for us.