The following material goes deeper into the subject matter of issues that pertain to the church and christian living. They are a collection of my personal study notes and articles that I have come across that have been extremely helpful. They range from theological papers to very practical outlines. (just click on headings)
Topics recently referenced in Sermons
Tabernacle Bible Reading Plan 2023
The Attributes of God – A.W. Pink
The importance of the Bible ( 19 pages of articles and teaching outlines presented at conference)
Historical Confessions and Statements on the authority, inerrancy, and sufficiency of Scripture
Evangelism/Sharing your faith
Evangelism Overview (teaching outline)
What happens to those who have never heard the gospel?
What is saving FAITH (A gospel presentation the can be printed off)
How to Share the Gospel with Children
Scripture/The Bible
Verses to help us grow and change
The importance of the Bible ( 19 pages of articles and teaching outlines presented at conference)
Historical Confessions and Statements on the authority, inerrancy, and sufficiency of Scripture
Who are Southern Baptists (an overview of the SBC)
Election and Theological Unity
The doctrine of election is a deep and wonderful subject to consider, but it can also be a topic of great disagreement. Do not let the theological camps determine what you believe nor scare you away from studying the Word of God yourself. Study the Word and allow God to encourage you and to teach you about all the great truths in regards to His sovereignty and man’s responsibility as you consider with humility the greatness of your salvation. Years ago I decided that I will never know all the secret things of God. I know that I came to Christ, but I also know that I did not save myself. These two aspects are great truths that I have learned to embrace with joy and wonder. It is not about Calvinism nor Arminianism, but rather it is about letting God be God and trusting in His Word.
Divine Sovereignty and Human Responsibility how both biblical truths coexist in God’s grace.
- This is a portion from J. I. Packer’s book “Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God.”
- Dr. Albert Mohler shares a good word on how to determine which doctrines and theological issues are worth fighting for and defending within our society and church context. (Too often within the church we major on the minor)
Spurgeons Theology – Embracing Biblical Paradox (God’s Sovereignty and Man’s Will)
The Nature of Election. Ephesians Commentary. Tony Merida
Women and Ministry
Can women exercise authority in the church? – By: John MacArthur
Women teaching men – How far is too far? By: Mary Kassian (Desiring God)
Marriage
What does the Bible say about divorce and remarriage – Southern Seminary, Dr. Tom Schreiner (Youtube video – 8 min)
Divorce and Remarriage – By: John MacArthur
Topical Theological Studies
Angels, Satan, & Demons- Bible.org
Bible Doctrine-Holy Spirit…Sid Litke
A Biblical Understanding of Sin… articles
If God is good, why do so many bad things happen?