The Beginning of Knowledge (Proverbs 1:1-7)

Since the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, we must not despise wisdom and instruction. 1.   An Introduction to Proverbs 2.   The Purpose of Proverbs “Wisdom is skill, expertise, competence that understands how life really works, how to achieve...

Boasting in the Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Since we have been justified by faith alone, in Jesus Christ alone, we should only boast in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1. A cross-centered life is one that is marked by humility and not pride. 2. A cross-centered life boasts only in Jesus Christ and not in...

Intentionally Meeting with One Anothe

Part One: The Blessings We Have in Christ Part Two: Building Together in Christ   “Mutual care will not be sustained unless members of the community meet together regularly for fellowship, encouragement, and exhortation.”—Peter O’Brien “To be needlessly absent is...