Sermons About Jews
Galatians 3.6-9: Blessed to be a Blessing
Have you ever sat in traffic for a long time due to an accident or construction? You most likely have. The roadblock is usually due to some problem on the road that needs to be cleaned up or fixed. This week we look at Paul as he addresses a gigantic roadblock in the plan of God. God intended to bless the whole world through Abraham’s family, but Israel, the promise-bearers, were not only themselves failing, but getting in the way of the wider fulfillment. This is what is still continuing in Paul’s day and specifically in Galatia. Let’s be honest. We miss out on God’s blessings because we get in the way. We cause many roadblocks to the blessings of God due to trying to do things on our own. Paul writes to the Galatians concerning this problem and how God dealt with it. God is still faithful to His promises. The question is, will we trust Him?
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Galatians 2.15-21: Justification
As we continue our study in the book of Galatians we answer the following question: how can one be made right before God? We find the answer in what is called the doctrine of justification. Martin Luther claimed that if the doctrine of justification is lost, the whole of Christian doctrine is lost. Justification remains a vital doctrine today, even if many are not sure what it means. May we know and understand what it means to be justified.
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The Young Praised, The Old Wept
This sermon looks at the rebuilding of the temple and how the young men shouted and praised God because they hadn't had a temple in 70 years, but the old men wept because they knew the new temple could never compare to the original one. The sermon compares the story with the modern church and the different worship styles and traditions that seem to seperate most churches by age group. It finally reminds us how both side can be in error and how we need to come together on the one thing that matters and that is carrying out God's business and commission.
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Galatians 2.11-21: Representing Jesus in the Ministry of Reconciliation
We continue to look at the opposition between Paul and Peter. This was so important to the church at Antioch, to the Galatians and the advancement of the gospel of grace. Today we also deal with conflict, opposition and being stand-offish, which were all present in Galatians 2. This is important for us and the advancement of the gospel of grace just as it was then.
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Galatians 2.11-16: No more masquerading
The scene changes from Jerusalem to Antioch and the mood also changes as Paul confronts Peter. The reason for the public opposition is Peter's double-mindedness and double standards. He would regularly eat and fellowship with Gentiles (the uncircumcised), but as some Jewish leaders from Jerusalem arrive in Antioch Peter withdraws from the Gentiles. His hypocrisy causes others to wear mask as well including Barnabas. Andrew Peterson has said in one of his great songs, the church is the second coming of the Pharisees. At times, that is very true and so it was on this day in Antioch. May we apply and live what we profess to belileve. The gospel of grace, the soul of man and the glory of God is at stake. So, let's throw off the masks.
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A Father's Embrace
This popular parable of the prodigal son has been preached millions of times and yet sometimes we miss the obvious point of the parable--God's heart toward sinners. As the third of three parables it gives us keen insight into the seeking, saving, and embracing nature of our Heavenly Father
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Ancient Marvels, Part 1: Rebuilding the Temple
After many years of exile in Babylon, the Jews see a friendly king rise to power. He is interested in religious worship and gives permission to the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple sacked by Nebuchadnezzer.
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Ephesians 3: the Mystery Uncovered
An exploration of the mystery of the new humanity in Christ
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First To The Jew
God's chosen people are the Jews. We must learn to love them as Christ loves them.
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