Introduction: The “Ten Words” and the Decalogue Last week I explained how the Ten Commandments can give the impression that they’re just a list of rules. I suggested trying to think of them as the “Ten Words.” Then, on Monday morning, I realized there’s already a name for that: the Decalogue. “Deca” means ten, and…
In this message, Pastor Matt informs us how the Ten Commandments are the basis for how the redeemed people of God must live. 1. They contain the gospel 2. They are spiritual (concerned with our hearts and our actions) 3. They teach us how to love. Are the Ten Commandments Bad? That is actually the…
In this message, Pastor Matt discusses the three things we want from our idols (control, deliverance, transcendence), and how these things are only found in worshipping and serving the one true God. Introduction and Approach to Deuteronomy As we continue through Deuteronomy, I am not going to explain every single thing in every single verse—that…
In this message, Pastor Ben speaks about four tactics for fighting the good fight of faith. 1. Know what God has promised you 2. Trust completely in the Lord your God 3. Do not fight alone, but together with your fellow-soldiers 4. Encourage Joshua Good morning. Good morning. In 1987, there was a band you…
In this message, Pastor Matt explains two ways God strengthens our hearts that we might bear the good fruit of faith and godliness. 1. God strengthens our hearts by the promises of his Word 2. God strengthens our hearts by his constant faithfulness One idea I consistently return to in my life is this: Why…
Sermon on Deut. 32 and missionary update from Pastor Bear Yarborough.