Sermon Songs: Revelation 3:1-6

On July 14, 2017 By BrianIn Revelation Hymns

MusicNotes

You look alive but you’re faking
Your good works are sore lacking
Worldly compromise you’re making
Sin has stained all your clothing
Jesus warns us, Come and repent
You need an awakening!

Stir the embers and fan the flames
Look to Jesus – come alive
Strengthen what little yet remains
Deep into the gospel dive
Come remember, And live it out
Find life in Jesus again

To the tune of “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending”

Reflections on Proverbs 16-17

On July 13, 2017 By BrianIn OT Reflections

Which proverb especially speaks to your life situation today? How should you respond?

Pride – The Lord hates and punishes pride (16:5). Pride leads to destruction (16:18). What examples have you seen of pride leading to one’s downfall? It is better to be humble and poor, than proud and rich (16:19). Do you believe this? Really? In what areas are you tempted to be proud?
Before the Lord – The Lord tests our hearts (17:3). We may think we are good, but the Lord weighs our spirits (16:2). What does God see when he looks at you? What sin do you need to turn away from out of reverence for God (16:6)? Thank God for his love and faithfulness by which our sins are paid for (16:6)!

Reflections on Proverbs 14-15

On July 11, 2017 By BrianIn OT Reflections1 Comment

Which proverb especially speaks to your life situation today? How should you respond?

Fear of the Lord – The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life (14:27). It is instruction in wisdom (15:33). It is a place to find confidence and refuge (14:26). It is better than wealth (15:16). The one who fears the Lord walks in uprightness (14:2). Are you walking in the fear of the Lord and enjoying its benefits?
Folly – Folly tears down homes (14:1). Fools are reckless, careless, and quick to anger (14:16-17). Fools speak folly (15:2), despise instruction (15:5), and despise their parents (15:20). Are you acting like a fool?

Proverbs 14-17: God and Man

On July 10, 2017July 10, 2017 By BrianIn OT Studies

(15-17) What do you learn about God in the following proverbs? What applications are there for your life?

15:3, 11; 16:2; 17:3; see also 21:2 –

16:1, 4, 9, 33; see also 19:21; 20:24; 21:1, 30-31 –

15:8, 9, 26; 16:5; 17:15; see also 20:10 –

(14-17) How might the three truths about God in the last question teach us to fear the Lord? What would be the alternative (see 28:14)? Why?

What does the fear of the Lord teach us (14:2, 15:33, 16:6)?

What are the results of fearing the Lord (14:26, 27; 15:16; see also 10:27, 22:4, 28:14)?

(14-17) For each of the following topics, answer the following questions: What is the main point? What pictures, comparisons, contrasts, or consequences are given to drive home the point? Can you think of a current example that illustrates the point? What are some practical ways to apply the point to our lives?

Humility vs. Pride: 15:25, 33; 16:5, 18, 19; see also 11:2, 12:9, 18:12 –

Anger: 14:17, 29; 15:18; 16:32; 17:27; see also 12:16; 19:11, 19; 22:24-25; 29:11, 22; 30:33 –

Strife: 17:1, 9, 14, 19; see also 18:19; 20:3; 22:10; 26:21; 28:25; 30:33 –

Glad vs. Sad Heart: 14:10, 13, 30; 15:13, 15, 30; 17:22 –

Revelation Quote

On July 7, 2017 By BrianIn Revelation Quotes

RevQuotes

To whom do we live? Whose will must be done? Whose name must be honored? Do we target our lives on self-satisfaction or do we focus upon the will, the Word, and the glory of God?

– Joel Beeke on Revelation 2:18-29 in Revelation

Sermon Songs: Revelation 2:18-29

On July 7, 2017 By BrianIn Revelation Hymns

MusicNotes

Jesus your judge now consider, Live for Him fearing your King
Trust Him and patiently endure, Walk in love – humbly serving
Grow in these things, Hold fast to them
That you may hear: “Child, well done”

Do not tolerate false teaching, Guard your life, what you believe
We will one day reign with our King, and the Morning Star receive
Let those with ears, Come now and hear,
What the Spirit says to us

To the tune of “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending”

Revelation Quote

On July 6, 2017 By BrianIn Revelation Quotes1 Comment

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When we indulge in worldly entertainments, worldly fashions, worldly materialism, and a worldly way of thinking, we are following the Thyatiran inclination to go beyond the borders of God’s Word and what conscience, based on that Word, allows.

– Joel Beeke on Revelation 2:18-29 in Revelation

Reflections on Proverbs 12-13

On July 6, 2017 By BrianIn OT Reflections

Which proverb especially speaks to your life situation today? How should you respond?

The Wise and the Fool – A wise man listens to advice, but a fool only pays attention to his own ideas (12:15). The wise ignore an insult, but the fool gets angry (12:16). When are you tempted to act like a fool? How might you learn the wisdom found in these verses?
Choice of Companions – Proverb 13:20 tells us we become like those we spend time with. If we spend time with the wise, we will grow wise. If we make fools our companions, we will become foolish. Who are you spending time with? In what direction are they leading you?

Revelation Quote

On July 5, 2017 By BrianIn Revelation Quotes

RevQuotes

Christ does not consult our likes and preferences. He always knows what is going on, what to say, and how best to approach a church. That can be very comforting to those who cling to Him in faithfulness, but at the same time very disturbing for those who do not.

– Joel Beeke on Revelation 2:18-29 in Revelation