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Scripture is clear – Hell is Eternal
Here is a article dealing with the issue of the eternalality of Hell: Undying Worm, Unquenchable FireWhat is hell—eternal torment or annihilation? I see this issue as foundational to proclaiming a bilbical Gospel. What do you think? see also www.disciplemaking.net
Essential and less Essential considerations of Doctrine
Historically and linguistically “doctrine” means teachings of the church. Some have been considered essential and some have been considered less essential. Response to the Packet of Material Sent out by Bethel College and Seminary Dated 3/19/99 see also www.disciplemaking.net
The Start of the Farewell Counsel – John 13:21-38
Introductory ideas you can listen to this sermon at www.gleatherman.sermonaudio.com Warnings scarcely converse everything in this passages, yout it emphaisz3s that which is most prominent in itWarns Judas -@ beginningWarns Peter – @ end Instructions for the beloved disciples in the nature of warnings–in betweenMisinterpreting the nature of his death 31-32Approaching departure – v.33Love – v. 34Manifest that they are his by love – v. 35 Id – betrayer – JudasPsalm 41:9:9Even my close friend in whom I trusted, who ate my bread, has lifted his heel against me.Matthew 10:36: 36And a person’s enemies will be those of his own
Stifle The Folly: Should we Boycott Lifeway!!??!!
Stifle The Folly: Should we Boycott Lifeway!!??!! see also www.disciplemaking.net
The Fellowship of the Clenased – John 13:12-20
Introduction Check out books: Old Evangelism, When People are Big God is SmallDouble washingProvision of divine love for our failure in our walkMaintaining our fellowshipOne for the entire person, the other for feetThe former is once for all, the latter needs repeated dailyWashing is by the WordThe washing of regeneration is not by blood, though it is inseparable from redemption by blood, and neither one is ever repeatedOf the laterThe one is for legal expiationThe other for moral purificationThis cleansing is judicial, not experiential.Illustration: like the sand at the beach. You have to constantly rinse.Theoretical knowledge is of no value
John 12:36-50 – Jesus’ Public Resume
Intoductory Connections These words cry aloud to sleeping churchmen and drowsy congregations Unbelief = Reliance on Hman Resources – Computer for the Church Resume Fear of man – Deut 6:13, Prov. 1:7 FCF: People fail to take responsibility for their sinTheme: God’s judicial judgement is deservedbecause of people’s unbelieving and rebellious hearts. T/S: Here are some Resume items of Jesus on the unbelief of the people 1. Unbelief Is Par Of God’s Prophetic Plan -Vv. 36-38 2. Unbelief Comes With Personal Responsibility And Culpability – V. 38 3. Unbelief Deserves Divine Judicial Judgment – vv. 39-41 4. Unbelief Comes From
Following Jesus and Serving Others – John 13:1-11
Introduction Reverse order:1-12 Sign then unpacking discourse13-21: Unpacking significance of JeSus departure then Jesus glorification and consequent coming of the Holy spiritHow does John’s chronology of the passion narrative relate to the Chronoly of the Synoptic Gospels?SG indicate that Jesus and his disciples celebrated the Passover together (Mk. 14:2; Lk. 22:15), apparently during the early hours of 15 Nisan (beginning of each day at sundown – 6pm Thursday)2 Calendar theory (little evidence)Jesus Ate a Passover meal with his disciples (synoptics), but it was at a time earlier in the week than the officialpassover, which meant he could still be crucified
The Confusion of Essentials & Non-essentials in Ministry
Here John MacArthur answers a great question that many people have Is Arminian theology biblical? And, if a church embraces that theology, are they saved? [Can somebody who holds an Arminian view be a Christian?] While I agree with him that an Arminian can be a Christian, even thought their understanding strays from orthodox Christianity. We tend to define the Gospel so narrowly and leave out sanctification and our glorification as part of the Gospel (and “good news” it is). Arminianism truncates the Gospel and that concerns me greatly. I want people to understand and embrace the fullness of the
John 12:20-36 – The Sufficiency of Christ’s Death
Introduction Progressive unfolding of his deathJohn 10: 11, 15, 17, 18John 11 – resurrection and the lifeJohn 12 – Grain of wheatLife of Salvation – Flows forwards and backwardsAspects of Salvation – Justification, sanctification, and glorification FCF:People don’t believe in the sufficiency of the death and glory of Christ, so they don’t give up their lives to Christ. Theme: Christ death is sufficient for whosoever believes. T/S: The sufficiency of Christ’s Death means… (Realities) 1. We must do more than just admire Jesus – vv. 20-22 2. We must see Death is the way to spiritual life and joy –
John 12:12-20 – The Triumphal Entry
introductory ConnectionPassage – in 4 Gospels (Matt. 21:1-11, Mk. 11:1-11, Lk. 19:29-38)Before – Tell no man (Matthew 16:20, Mk. 5:43, 9:9). He avoided displayUnique initiative of Christ – Before he had departed (John 6:15), declined (7:4)Why Change in policy – Acted with gathers glory in mind, because scriptures so require, submission to the Father’s Word, Loving obedienceWhat Scriptures – Genesis 49:9-11, Zechariah 9:9Debatable Scripture – Dan. 9:24-27 FCF: We are lazy in what we give honor to and that makes us lazy in regard to our piety. Theme: What you honor determine how you act. T/S: What you honor determines
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Glenn Leatherman
I am first of all a disciple and follower of Jesus Christ. I affirm Evangelical Christian beliefs as well as Gospel driven in philosophy of ministry. I am married to Ann and am raising 2 wonderful boys – Jonathan and Andrew. My purpose is to build disciplemaking disciples that are becoming fishers of men in fully displaying of God’s Glory in all things. Learn more