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Nov 27, 2023
Legalism vs Holiness
Series: (All)
Just as in Colossae, those who tend toward legalism are characterized by focusing on works, adding to the law being concerned with external appearances, and imposing those same things on others.  It often leads to despair and frustration and is not a result of what Christ has done in us but trying to add to what he’s already done.  The other temptation is to minimize the law and obedience to it, which also must be avoided. We ought to be concerned with holiness, which is always concerned with how God sees us rather than others and is a matter of the heart.  It’s about applying the law of God to all of life, where there are no loopholes or corners to be cut.  Though it doesn’t preclude a strong confrontation of sin since we are to be concerned with the holiness of God, it’s ready to give others the benefit of the doubt and is quick to forgive repentant hearts as Christ forgave us.
Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104, Colossians 2:16-3:17
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  • Nov 27, 2023Legalism vs Holiness
    Nov 27, 2023
    Legalism vs Holiness
    Series: (All)
    Just as in Colossae, those who tend toward legalism are characterized by focusing on works, adding to the law being concerned with external appearances, and imposing those same things on others.  It often leads to despair and frustration and is not a result of what Christ has done in us but trying to add to what he’s already done.  The other temptation is to minimize the law and obedience to it, which also must be avoided. We ought to be concerned with holiness, which is always concerned with how God sees us rather than others and is a matter of the heart.  It’s about applying the law of God to all of life, where there are no loopholes or corners to be cut.  Though it doesn’t preclude a strong confrontation of sin since we are to be concerned with the holiness of God, it’s ready to give others the benefit of the doubt and is quick to forgive repentant hearts as Christ forgave us.
    Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104, Colossians 2:16-3:17
  • Nov 19, 2023A Time For Confidence
    Nov 19, 2023
    A Time For Confidence
    Series: (All)
  • Oct 15, 2023The Blessed King Eternal
    Oct 15, 2023
    The Blessed King Eternal
    Series: (All)
    The language of Psalm 72 is fit for an eternal king. While King Solomon's reign produced blessings for those under his rule, his short reign as king was only a foretaste of the eternal blessing bestowed upon the servants of Christ's eternal kingdom. Christ is the king who reigns eternal, and his blessing extends to all ends of his kingdom and will not end. 
    Scripture: Psalm 72
  • Sep 18, 2023Law, Kingdom, and Mercy
    Sep 18, 2023
    Law, Kingdom, and Mercy
    Series: (All)
    The Psalms, primarily when understood as a whole, organized collection, lay out major themes of Scripture. They especially highlight the ultimate hope of god's people--the establishment of His law and the vindication of His kingdom, accomplished through His mercy throughout history. 
    Scripture: Psalms 1-3
  • May 21, 2023Comparing and Complaining
    May 21, 2023
    Comparing and Complaining
    Series: (All)
    Scripture: Psalm 73
  • Apr 16, 2023Christ, The King of Glory
    Apr 16, 2023
    Christ, The King of Glory
    Series: (All)
    Christ's glory is seen in creation, in salvation, and in his ascension and entry into heaven. Christ is the King of Glory, and it is only through Him alone that the believer can ascend the holy hill and stand in the holy place of the Lord. 
     
    Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10
  • Mar 19, 2023The Priestly King
    Mar 19, 2023
    The Priestly King
    Series: (All)
    At the height of the old covenant, David confidently penned Psalm 110, knowing that God would subdue the enemy. David, however, looked to One greater than himself who would destroy the enemies of God, either by wrath or grace. He looked to the Priestly King!
     
    Scripture: Psalm 110
  • Feb 19, 2023The View of Proper Repentance
    Feb 19, 2023
    The View of Proper Repentance
    Series: (All)
    Genuine repentance is the contrite sinner's way to restoration by God. Psalm 51 gives the penitent sinner a correct view on approaching God for merciful pardon.
  • Jan 22, 2023A Call For Just Judgment
    Jan 22, 2023
    A Call For Just Judgment
    Series: (All)
    Governing authorities are accountable to God. When they stray from just judgment, the Lord is not pleased. Ruling authorities should know that God stands in their midst, and they should judge accordingly.   Scripture: Psalm 82
  • Jan 15, 2023God With Us
    Jan 15, 2023
    God With Us
    Series: (All)
    We should be overwhelmed by God's knowledge, presence, and awareness of all things. God's knowledge is perfect, and through his special presence, he governs all matters. 
     
    Scripture: Psalm 139