The Characteristics of a Spirtual Leader (Part 1)
Text: 1 Timothy 6:11-12 Throughout the Old Testament there are several individuals who are referred to by the noble title “Man of God”—Moses, David, Elijah, Elisha, and various lesser known prophets (e.g. 1 Kings 13:1-26). Thus, when Paul uses this same term to refer to Timothy it communicates his very high regard for the young pastor. Paul, though, is not trying to flatter Timothy, instead he trying to exhort and encourage him to persevere in his pursuit of “godliness”. This same word of exhortation and encouragement could surely be given to...
read moreThe Danger of Loving Money
Text: 1st Timothy 6:6-10 What should the attitude of the Christian be towards money? Well, it is certainly one of the necessary things of life that is used to purchase food, clothing, transportation, shelter, and services of various kinds. It is also used to bless others by meeting their needs. Moreover, we are commanded by God to regularly bring our tithe into the Lord’s house and thereby receive his blessing. Yet, we should also know that money can be a temptation, and snare and a pathway that leads to our own destruction. Jesus...
read moreI Lift Up My Eyes
Text: Psalm 121:1-8 Every year each Israelite male was required by the Lord to make three pilgrimages to Jerusalem; for Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles (see Exodus 23:14-17, 34:22-24; and Deuteronomy 16:16-17). As Israel’s borders grew it became very difficult to make these lengthy journeys, and so it was customary for the people from the outlying areas to go Jerusalem only once a year. The Law did not require women and children to make this arduous trip, however in many devout households all family members would go. You may remember...
read moreThe Marks of a False Teacher
1 Timothy 6:3-5 If you know your Bible well, then you can spot a false teacher by his doctrinal aberrations and irregularities (cf. Deuteronomy 18:20-22; Matthew 7:15-20; 2 Corinthians 11:13-15; Galatians 1:8-9; 1 John 4:1-6; 2 Peter 2:1-22; and Jude 4, 8-16). But what sort of marks does the false teacher manifest in his character? Apparently, the Apostle Paul was concerned that Timothy, the young pastor, and the church in Ephesus might not be able to spot a false teacher until it was too late and the damage had already been done! In this...
read moreCalvin on the Word
[podcast]http://www.download.covenantfamilychurch.net/2009/mp3/2009_10_4_calvin_on_the_word.mp3[/podcast] Guest Preacher: Pastor Conrad Cheatham Download
read moreJesus Christ, the Universal Lord
Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Guest Preacher: Pastor Yelton Why should anyone become a disciple of Jesus Christ? Because Christ has been given authority over everything and everyone, and all people must submit to His authority. Anything less would be to rob Christ of that which is His. Regrettably, human nature, far from submitting to that authority, is in rebellion against Christ and His rule. Therefore, people must receive the renewal that comes through the gospel. Our responsibility is to promote His kingdom, and we are assured that Christ...
read moreChristians in the Work Place
Text: 1 Timothy 6:1-2 [podcast]http://www.download.covenantfamilychurch.net/2009/mp3/2009_8_23_christians_in_the_work_place.mp3[/podcast] Download
read moreRestoring Biblical Eldership
Text: 1 Timothy 5:17-25 Chapters 4-6 of 1 Timothy deal with all of the problems that Paul heard were plaguing the Ephesian church where Timothy served as Pastor. So far, Paul has given instructions on dealing with false teachers, ministerial duties, confronting sin amongst fellow believers, supporting widows, and the requirements to be on the widows list. Now, he takes up the problems that are related to church government—specifically, the Bible’s teaching on elders. We would be naïve to think that our own church, or any others we may be in...
read moreThe Care of Widows in Christ’s Church
Text: 1 Timothy 5:3-16 The care of widows and orphans has always been close to God’s own heart. He instructs his people to proactively care for these needy individuals within their midst by adopting children into their own families, and giving support to deserving widows through the ministry of the church (cf. Exodus 22:22-24; Deuteronomy 24:17, 27:19; Psalm 68:5, 146:9; Isaiah 1:16-17). In particular, what kind of encouragement, love, and support should be offered? In this specific passage Paul gives Timothy five essential precepts to...
read moreConfronting Sin in the Life of Fellow Believers
Text: 1 Timothy 5:1-2 The Bible writers used many colorful metaphors to describe Christ’s Church: “a vine” (John 15:5), “the body” (1 Corinthians 12:12), “a holy temple” (Ephesians 2:20-22), “the assembly” (Hebrews 12:23), “a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession” (1 Peter 2:9), “the flock” (1 Peter 5:2-3), “a kingdom” (Revelation 5:10). But, there is one metaphor which is especially relevant for applying this passage to the Christian life—the Church is “a family” (cf. Galatians 6:10; Ephesians 2:19,...
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