These are the podcasts available from North Conway Baptist Church. Conway, SC
Titus—Faithful Church “The Impact of a Faithful Church” Titus 2:1, 7-8, 15 Key Truth: A faithful and healthy church will have a direct and practical impact as its shows sinners the power and joy of salvation. 1. A Faithful Church Makes an Impact when Teaching Sound Doctrine 1) Teach _________________ “teach what accords with sound doctrine” 2) Teach _________________ “model of good works” “Integrity and dignity” “sound speech” 3) Teach _________________ “declare these things, exhort and rebuke with all authority” 2. A Faithful Church Makes an Impact when Practicing Sound Doctrine “that the word of God may not be reviled” (v.5) “sound speech that cannot be condemned so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us” (v.8) “so that in everything they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior”
Series—Faithful Church “Keeping True to the Faith” Titus 1:10-16 Key Truth: Whenever God plants the truth, Satan quickly sows lies. A major problem for churches is not irreligion from outside the church but false teaching within the church. 1. The Bible warns us to be ____________________ for people who teach ___________________ and _________________ into error. “for there are many” 2. False teachers _______________________, shipwreck ____________, divide ________________, and create _____________________. “upsetting whole families” 3. False teaching and false teachers must be __________________ immediately and ___________________. “rebuke them sharply” 4. We need to be careful about false teaching because what you _______________________ will affect the way you _________________________. “to the defiled and unbelieving nothing is pure” 5. Many people may _________________________ but their ____________________ will quickly reveal their _______________________. “they profess to know God but they deny him by their works”
Titus—Faithful Church “Faithful Pastors” Titus 1:5-9 Key Truth: Churches will be strong or weak depending on the spiritual maturity and doctrinal soundness of faithful pastors. 1. Faithful Pastors Lead God's People (v.5) 1) Elder—Presbyteros 2) Overseer—Episkopos (1 Timothy 3:1) 3) Pastor/Shepherd—Poimen (Ephesians 4:11) 2. Faithful Pastors Set an Example Privately and Publicly (v.6-8) 3. Faithful Pastors Hold to and Preach God's Word (v.9)
Series—Faithful Church “Faithful Ministry” Titus 1:1-4 Key Truth: A faithful church is built by servants of God faithfully preaching God's Word and building up God's people in faith and holiness. 1. The Position of a Faithful Ministry 2. The Purpose of a Faithful Ministry 3. The Preaching in a faithful Ministry 4. The Partners in a Faithful Ministry
Series: He Is Able God is Able to Provide a Supernatural Savior Matthew 1:18-25 Key Truth—Because of the problem of our sin and its consequences, we need a supernatural Savior to deliver us. What are the evidences of our supernatural Savior? 1. The Evidence of His ___________________________ (v.18) “before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit” 2. The Evidence of His ___________________________ (v.20) “an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream” 3. The Evidence of His ___________________________ (v.22) “All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet.” 4. The Evidence of His ___________________________ (v.21) “you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”
Series—He Is Able “God is Able to Deliver from the Lion's Den” Daniel 6:1-10, 16-23 Key Truth—Daniel reveals how a Christian can live for God in a culture that is secular and ungodly. 1. The Difficulties of Living in the Lion's Den 1) Daniel 1—as a teenager 2) Daniel 6—as a government official 2. The Demands of Living in the Lion's Den 1) ____________________________________ 2) ____________________________________ 3) ____________________________________ 4) ____________________________________ 5) ____________________________________
Series—He Is Able “God is Able to Bring Down Fire From Heaven” 1 Kings 18:20-40 Key Truth—A fire from heaven revival can occur when there is a return of God's people to a relationship with God through confession of sin and repentance. Reviewing the Errors Preceding Fire from Heaven Recalling the Essentials Needed for Fire from Heaven Revealing the Evidences of Fire from Heaven Reacting to the Expectation of Fire from Heaven
He is Able Series—He Is Able “God is Able to Tear Down the Walls of Jericho” Joshua 5:13-6:1-7; 20-23 Key Truth—The tearing down of the walls of Jericho gives us an illustration both of the fulfillment of the promise of God to bring judgment on sin and of spiritual victory in the lives of God's people. The Person of Victory (5:13-15) The Plan of Victory (6:1-7) The Purpose of Victory (6:20-21) The Protection of Victory (6:22-23)
Series—He Is Able “God is Able to Open the Red Sea” Exodus 14:1-16 Key Truth—God may hem you in on all sides to force you to put your trust in the Lord. Israel Pursued (v.1-9) Israel Panicked (v.10-12) Israel Protected (v.13-16, 31) ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________
Series—He Is Able “God is Able to Destroy the World with a Flood” Genesis 6:1-8 Key Truth--The days of Noah were a period of unequaled evil and serves as a warning of what our world will be like before the return of Jesus Christ. 1. God's world ___________________________ 2. God's heart ____________________________ 3. God's holiness___________________________ 4. God's love _______________________________
Series—He Is Able “God Is Able to Create Something from Nothing” Genesis 1:1-2, 28-31 Key Truth—God created everything that exists. 1. The Miracle of Creation 2. The Meaning of Creation 3. The Music of Creation 4. The Message of Creation
Malachi—Returning to a Heart for Worship “Final Promises” Malachi 3:16-4:6 Key Truth—In every age, regardless of how dark, God always has a people who are true to Him with their love, service, and worship. You will be remembered (3:16) (3:16) “The Lord paid attention and heard them, and a book of remembrance was written before him of those who feared the Lord and esteemed his name.” You will be raptured (3:17-18) (3:17) “They shall be mine says the Lord of hosts, in the day when I make up my treasured possession, and I will spare them as a man spares his son who serves him.” You will be released (4:1-6) (4:2) “But for you who fear my name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shall go out leaping like calves from the stall.”
Malachi—Returning to a Heart for Worship “Return to God Before He Returns” Malachi 3:1-15 Key Truth—If we repent and return unto the Lord, He will come back to us in blessing. 1. Return to God Because of the Coming of the Lord (v.1-6) (v.1) “the Lord whom you seek will come suddenly” 1) _______________________________ 2) _______________________________ 3) _______________________________ 2. Return to God Because of the Command of the Lord (v.7-12) (v.10) ”Bring the full tithes into the storehouse.” 1) _______________________________ 2) _______________________________ 3) _______________________________ 4) _______________________________ 3. Return to God Because of the Complaint of the Lord (v.13-15) (v.14) “You have said, it is vain to serve God.”
Malachi—Returning to a Heart for Worship “Repairing the Foundation of Faithfulness” Malachi 2:1-16 Key Truth—Unfaithfulness in our commitments to God tarnishes our testimony, treats God with disrespect, and invites the judgment of God. Ministerial Problems You have problems when _____________________________ Marital Problems You have problems when _____________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Moral Problems You have problems when _____________________________
Malachi—Returning to a Heart for Worship “When Worship Becomes Weariness” Malachi 1:6-14 Key Truth—The quality of one's worship is in direct proportion to one's concept of God. 1. In our worship we should _________________________. 1) God is our _________________, ___________ Him 2) God is our _________________, ___________ Him 3) God is our _________________, ___________ Him 2. In our worship we should _________________________. 1) Our giving in worship should be _________________ 2) Our giving in worship should be _________________ 3. In our worship we should _________________________. 1) ______________ provided for all nations 2) ______________ declared over all nations
Malachi—Returning for a Heart for Worship “Doubting the Love of God” Malachi 1:1-5 Key Truth—Malachi exposes and answers the doubts of his contemporaries who question God's love because of their political, economic, and spiritual destitution. 1. Evidences of God's Love 1) God's __________________________ 2) God's __________________________ 3) God's __________________________ 2. Explanation of God's Love 1) God's love ______________________________ 2) God's love ______________________________ 3) God's love ______________________________ 4) God's love ______________________________ 5) God's love ______________________________
“The Greatest Verse in the Bible” John 3:16 Key Truth—Included in this verse is the most famous summary of the Gospel in the entire Bible. The Proclamation of God's Love “For God so loved the world” My Response: ___________________________________ The Price of God's Love “that he gave his only Son” My Response: ___________________________________ The Proposal of God's Love “that whoever believes in him” My Response: __________________________________ The Provision of God's Love “should not perish but have eternal life.” My Response: __________________________________
Series—I Need a Miracle “From Failure to Faithfulness” John 21:1-19 Key Truth—Failure doesn't have to be final. Decision (v.1-3) Lesson: ____________________________________________________________________ Question (v.4-5) Lesson: _____________________________________________________________________ Instruction (v.6-8) Lesson: _____________________________________________________________________ Invitation (v.9-14) Lesson: _____________________________________________________________________ Restoration (v.15-17) 3 Lessons: Returning ________________________________________________________________ Serving ___________________________________________________________________ Glorifying _________________________________________________________________
Series—I Need a Miracle “Raising the Dead” John 11:1-57 Key Truth—The resurrection of Lazarus is a powerful testimony that Jesus is the Son of God. John's account of this miracle gives us four ways that demonstrate the power Christ when you face great difficulties. JESUS IS YOUR _______________ WHEN YOU ARE FACING _________________ (v. 1-16) Nearness does not equal _________________. Delay does not mean ____________________. JESUS IS YOUR ________________ WHEN YOU ARE FACING _______________ (v. 17-37) Martha was ___________________ and needed __________________. Mary was _____________________ and needed __________________. JESUS IS YOUR ________________ WHEN YOU ARE FACING _______________ (v. 38-44) JESUS IS YOUR ______________ WHEN YOU ARE NEEDING A ______________ (v. 45-57) Jesus died to ___________________. Jesus died as ___________________. Jesus died as ___________________. Jesus died for __________________.
Series—I Need a Miracle “Light for those Really Dark Days” John 9:1-41 Key Truth—Although physical blindness is debilitating, the most dangerous blindness is spiritual blindness that rejects Jesus. I. THE MIRACLE (v. 1-7) A. The catastrophes we face B. The cure of Jesus we need II. THE MEDDLERS (v. 8-34) A. People: B. Pharisees: C. Parents: III. THE MESSAGE (v. 35-41) A. Although a miracle can occur in an , there is often a that leads to life changing salvation. B. The greatest witnessing tool is your _. C. Jesus is a friend who when we are troubled and defeated by the world. D. The requirements for a changed life are acknowledging the of Jesus Christ and _. E. The best evidence of salvation is _. F. Jesus anyone who claims to have light but is really in .
Series: I Need a Miracle “Calming the Storms of Life” John 6:16-21 Key Truth: In spite of terrifying circumstances, if we trust our life to Christ for his safekeeping, He will give us peace in any storm. 1. Jesus Sends the Disciples into the Storm 2. Jesus Sees the Disciples in the Storm 3. Jesus Steps Toward the Disciples in the Storm 4. Jesus Speaks to the Disciples in the Storm 5. Jesus Saves the Disciples from the Storm
“Little Is Much When God Is In It” John 6:1-15 Key Truth—Christ demonstrates his divinity and authority by miraculously providing abundantly for needy people. The Multitudes (v.1-4) The Master (v.5-9) The Miracle (v.10-15)
“America Needs Healing” 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 The Reason for America's Healing Is a Spiritual Declining. The Requirement for America's Healing is a Spiritual Awakening. The Results of America's Healing is a Spiritual Blessing.
Series: I Need a Miracle “Turning to Christ in Troubling Times” John 4:43-54 Key Truth--The Lord wants you to move from a crisis faith that only seeks to solve your problems to the mature, saving faith of eternal life. The Occasion for the Miracle The Obstacles for the Miracle The Operation of the Miracle The Outcome of the Miracle
Series: I Need a Miracle “When You Face Life's Disappointments” John 2:1-11 Key Truth--Jesus' first miracle in the Gospel of John should cause us to see His glory and the superiority of the joyous salvation that He brings so that we believe in Him. The Marriage The Miracle The Message The miracle as a sign The miracle and service The miracle and salvation
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 5:10-14 “The God of All Grace” Key Truth—The grace of God governs the life of the believer from beginning to end. Saving Grace “who has called you” ___________________ ___________________ Sustaining Grace “to his eternal glory” Suffering Grace “after you have suffered a little while” Suffering __________________ Suffering __________________ Suffering __________________ Suffering __________________ Serving Grace “Silvanus . . . she who is at Babylon . . . Mark” _______________ _______________
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 5:8-9 “Dealing with the Devil” Key Truth—The ultimate power behind all persecution of Christians is the devil. Our Adversary—the Devil The Attacks of the Devil Actions Against the Attacks of the Devil
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 5:5-7 “Winning Over Worry” Key Truth—Those who are suffering should exhibit a humble disposition in their relationships with others and in their relationship with God. The Mandate for Humility Be ________________________ Clothe _____________________ The Motivations for Humility God ___________________________ God ___________________________ God ___________________________ God ___________________________ The Marks of Humility Casting _______________________ Believing ______________________
"Healthy Church, Healthy Leaders" 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Rev. Will Crute
Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 4:12-19 “What to Do When Your Faith Is on Trial” Key Truth—Peter reminds his readers that they should not be astonished when they suffer. God is using suffering to purify His church. Realize that _______________________________ Rejoice __________________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Reevaluate _______________________________ Refuse ___________________________________ Remember _______________________________ Remain __________________________________
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 4:7-11 “Living Like There’s No Tomorrow” Key Truth—If we really believe that Jesus Christ is coming soon then that truth should make a tremendous difference in the way we live. We Should Pray with a Calm Spirit (v.7) “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers.” We Should Love without a Complaining Spirit (v.8-9) “Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.” We Should Serve with a Confident Spirit (v.9-11a) “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: 11 whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies.” What is the result? (v.11b) “in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 4:1-6 “Armed and Ready” Key Truth—The salvation of the believer is a mind altering experience that requires constant vigilance of the believer to maintain the mind of Christ. Attitude to be Adopted (4:1) “Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin,” Action to be Avoided (4:2-3) “so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. For the time that is past suffices for doing what the Gentiles want to do, living in sensuality, passions, drunkenness, orgies, drinking parties, and lawless idolatry.” Abuse to be Expected (4:4) “With respect to this they are surprised when you do not join the in the same flood of debauchery and they malign you;” Accounting to be Faced (4:5) “but they will give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.” Advantage to be Discovered (4:6) “For this is why the gospel was preached even to those who are dead, that though judged in the flesh the way people are, they might live in the spirit the way God
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 3: 18-22 “The Triumphant Christ” Key Truth—The triumph of Christ through His suffering and resurrection provides the strength we need to triumph over the sufferings we endure in this life. The Triumph of Salvation—Christ died for our sins. “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God” The Triumph of Proclamation—Christ preached to the spirits in prison. “in which he went and proclaimed to the spirits in prison because they formerly did not obey” The Triumph of Resurrection—Christ resurrected from the dead. “Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ” The Triumph of Exaltation—Christ ascended back to heaven. “who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him.”
Easter Sunday 2021 "From Tears to a Testimony" John 20"11-18
The Triumphal Entry Mark 11:1-11 Main Idea of the Message (MIM) - Find your identity in the King who has come to die for you to have life. 1. Jesus is King of Kings 2. Jesus He is not who you expect 3. Jesus came for the Cross Implications 1. Jesus is in control. 2. Believers don’t belong to a political party. 3. Believers are called to endure suffering. 4. Believers don’t seek fame.
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 3: 1-7 “God’s Design for Husbands and Wives” Key Truth—In the Christian home husbands are to lovingly and graciously lead their wives and wives are to be subject to their husbands and follow their leadership. God’s Design for Wives The principle of submission “Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands” The possibility of submission “that they may be won without a word” The practice of submission “when they see your respectful and pure conduct” The picture of submission “For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves” God’s Design for Husbands His conduct Time “Live with your wives” Thought “in an understanding way” Treasure “showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel” His caution “so that your prayers may not be hindered”
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 2:18-25 “God’s Grace in the Work Place” Key Truth— Our work makes the gospel attractive as we follow the example of Jesus. Our Mandate (v.18) “be subject to your masters” “with all respect” “not only to the good and gentle but to the unjust” Our Motivation (v.19-20) “this is a gracious thing in the sight of God” Our Model (v.21-25) Jesus our standard. “Christ also suffered for you leaving you an example so that you might follow in his foot steps” What Jesus did not do. What Jesus did. Jesus our sin bearer. “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree” Jesus our shepherd. “but now have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.”
Listening Guide Series—He Is Able “God Is Able to Help You Love Your Spouse” Genesis 24:57-67 Key Truth—Biblical love is an act of the will and not just an emotion of the heart. Agape, biblical love, should be the foundation for a Christian marriage. Desire of the Father Determination of the Servant Delight of the Groom Decisions Needed to Help You Love Your Spouse _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 2:13-17 “Christian Citizenship” Key Truth— Christians must live as good citizens by submitting to human government. Obligation of Christian Citizenship (v. 13a) A command to obey. “Be subject for the Lord’s sake to every human institution,” A caution to observe. (Acts 4:18-20 and 5:26-29) Explanation of Christian Citizenship (v. 13b-14) Types of rulers “whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him” Functions of rulers “to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good.” (Romans 13:1-7) Intention of Christian Citizenship (v. 15-16) Rebukes the criticisms of the unsaved. “For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people.” Reveals the character of the saved. “Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover up for evil, but living as servants of God.” Application of Christian Citizenship (v. 16-17) Social “Honor everyone.” Ecclesiastical “Love the brotherhood.” Spiritual “Fear God.” Civil “Honor the Emperor.”
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 2: 11-12 “Our Witness before the World” Key Truth—We can beautify the gospel by how we live in front of unbelievers. Our Identity Before the World Beloved Sojourners Exile Our Integrity Before the World Inward Morality Outward Morality Our Impact Before the World The world will slander you. The world should see your good works. The world will glorify God in the day of visitation.
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 2: 9-10 “Know Who You Are” Key Truth—God’s special people are to show others the goodness of God, for He called you out of the darkness into His wonderful light. Who You Are Chosen Race Royal Priesthood Holy Nation People for His Own Possession What You Do “proclaim the excellencies” How You Got There Called You Out of Darkness into His Marvelous Light Once You Were Not a People but Now You are God’s People Once You Had Not Received Mercy, But Now You Have Received Mercy
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 2: 4-8 “Building on a Firm Foundation” Key Truth—Believers are living stones being built up into God’s spiritual house with Jesus Christ as the foundation. Description of the Firm Foundation Living Stone Chosen and Precious Stone Cornerstone Cap Stone Stumbling Stone Transformation of the Firm Foundation Puts together with other stones “are being built up” Puts together with other stones to do something “to be a holy priesthood” Puts together with other stones to work “to offer spiritual sacrifices” Puts together with other stones to witness (v.9) “that you may claim the excellencies of him who called you” Reaction to the Firm Foundation Coming to the Firm Foundation “as you come to him” Rejecting the Firm Foundation “do not believe” “rejected”
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 2: 1-3 “Keys for Christian Growth” Key Truth—The obligation to grow spiritually as a Christian begins with spiritual birth, and involves a negative duty to remove hindrances and a positive duty to appropriate spiritual nourishment. Tasting of Salvation that Starts Our Growth “if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good” Personal taste Not a private taste Life giving taste Life changing taste Throwing Out the Sins that Stunt Our Growth Malice Deceit Hypocrisy Envy Slander Taking in the Scriptures that Sustain Our Growth Illustration “like newborn infants” Exhortation “long for the pure spiritual milk” Motivation “that by it you may grow up into salvation”
Listening Guide Ephesians 3:20-21 “He Is Able” Key Truth-- Believing God’s Word in Ephesians 3:20-21 that He is “able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or think, according to the power at work within us”, we join together in prayer and praise with our brothers and sisters in 2021 to ask God to demonstrate abundantly His power and glory through Christ Jesus in and through our church family in visible and powerful ways. God’s Work Described God is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think God’s Power Demonstrated God’s power at work within Paul God’s power at work within the Ephesians God’s power at work with us God’s Glory Displayed Glory in the church The mission of North Conway Baptist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ in Conway and beyond. We believe that disciples of Jesus Christ will be actively engaged in four areas: Love—Magnifying Jesus in Worship and the Word Grow—Maturing believers by educating and equipping Serve—Ministering in our church and in the community Reach—Making Jesus known to our neighbors and the nations Glory in Christ Jesus Glory that never ceases God’s Truth Declared God’s Amen—It is and shall be so Our Amen—So let it be
Series—Christmas Together Around the Manger Luke 1:26-38 “Mary the Virgin Mother of Jesus” Key Truth—Mary is the most significant woman in history who was chosen by God to bring Jesus into the world. The Appearance to Mary (v.26-27) The place of the appearance was Nazareth. The person of the appearance was to a betrothed virgin. The Announcement to Mary (v.28-37) Stress from the announcement Specifics of the announcement Mary had favor with God. Mary would have a son named Jesus. Seeking about the announcement Supernatural in the announcement The Holy Spirit would come upon Mary. The power of the Most High would overshadow Mary. Support for the announcement The Acceptance of Mary (v.38) Mary accepted with a humble spirit. Mary accepted with a humble consent.
Listening Guide Series—Christmas Together Around the Manger Matthew 1:18-25 “The Forgotten Man in the Manger” Key Truth—Joseph was a just and faithful man who trusted and obeyed God during a difficult and confusing time. Through his encounter with an angel the fact of the virgin birth of Jesus Christ is clearly revealed. Joseph’s Dilemma Dilemma concerning his convictions. Dilemma concerning his compassion. Joseph’s Dream Explanation of the source of the virgin birth. Explanation of the salvation of the virgin birth. Jesus—Jehovah (Yahweh) will save Immanuel—God with us. Explanation of the sureness of the virgin birth. Joseph’s Decision Decision to be faithful to obey God’s Word. Decision to be faithful to moral purity. Decision to be faithful to his new family.
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope in a Hostile World 1 Peter 1:22-25 “Love One Another” Key Truth—Christians must love because they have been born again through God’s imperishable Word of truth. What are the roots of Christian love? Christian love is rooted in a common experience. Purified souls Obedience to the truth Brotherly love Christian love is rooted in a common duty. Love willfully Love mutually Love deeply Love heartily Christian love is rooted in a common birth. Fact of the new birth Nature of the new birth Means of the new birth
Listening Guide Series: Exiles—Hope In a Hostile World 1 Peter 1:17-21 “Conduct Yourselves with Fear” Key Truth—Believers are commanded to maintain a healthy fear of God. Requirement for a Healthy Fear of God “conduct yourselves with fear” Duty to fear God Delight to fear God Danger of not fearing God Reasons for a Healthy Fear of God Because we call God our Father “And if you call him as Father” Because we will stand before God as our judge “who judges impartially according to each one’s deeds” Because of the brevity of our time on earth “throughout the time of your exile” Because of the cost to purchase our redemption “knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot. He was foreknown before the foundation of the world but was made manifest in the last times for the sake of you who through him are believers in God, who raised him from the dead and gave him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God.”
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