Colossians 4:7-18 Paul’s Associates
Paul closes this letter with greetings from, and instructions for a few of his closest friends. Today we investigate who these people are.
2 Peter 3:1-3 Sifting Doctrine For Impurity From Scoffers
After a lengthy warning against false teachers and false prophets in chapter two, Peter now begins to instruct the saints to watch for impure doctrines. Test everything against the writings of the Prophets and the Apostles.
Ephesians 3:14-21 The Love of Christ , The Fullness ofGod
Paul resumes his argument from verse 1, “For this reason …”. He details his prayer for the saints in Ephesus and closes with a doxology. This is a prayer we would do well to pray for each other.
2 Peter 2:14-22 Warning Against False Teachers & Prophets
Peter gives examples of a alse prophet (Baalam) and warns against being seduced into their heresy. Be on guard, and be advised; do not go with them.
Colossians 4:2-6 Steadfast in Prayer, Stable in Life
The final instructions, exhortations. Be steadfast in prayer, and be careful and wise in all that you say and do. That sums it up.
Ephesians 3:8-13 Unsearchable Riches, Eternal Purpose
Paul hints at, and we discuss the unsearchable riches of Christ and the eternal purpose of God realized in Christ Jesus our Lord. This is amazing!
Ephesians 3:1-7 The Mystery Of The Messiah
Paul begins to reveal the “mystery of Christ” (ESV). This was ‘concealed in the Old Testament, revealed in the New Testament.’ This is a hard mystery, doctrine given the interface between the Jewish and Gentile population of the church.
1 Samuel 8:1-9:27 Looking For Donkeys, Finding A King
Samuel is back in the picture again, and Israel wants a King like all the other nations. This is the story about a couple of men looking for some lost donkeys and finding a King instead. We had some technical difficulties and lost part of the audio and we are unable to upload the video.
Ephesians 2:11-22 Destroying The Wall Of Hostility
The long-term goal of God’s plan of Redemptive History requires clear demonstration of the Laws of God. He did this through the Jewish nation. Then to bring all nations into the plan and opportunity, thus the gospel has to go to all nations. Paul explains this.
2 Peter 2:1-3 False Teachers & False Prophets In The Church
What is the primary source of false teaching and false prophecies in the Church today? The answer might surprise you. More influence is gained in the Church through music than anything else. Let’s talk about it.
