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Watching Our Step -- “walking Barefoot With Scorpions” Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 3, 2011

WE NEED TO WATCH OUR STEP, BECAUSE IN MANY WAYS LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – UNTIL JESUS COMES,, IS AKIN TO TREADING IN AREAS WHERE WE CAN BE “STUNG”. NOWHERE ELSE DOES THIS SEEM TO BE SO PREVALENT IN THE BOOK OF HOSEA THAN IN THISPASSAGE

WATCHING OUR STEP “WALKING BAREFOOT WITH SCORPIONS” HOSEA 4:14-19 (NIV) 14 "I WILL NOT PUNISH YOUR DAUGHTERS WHEN THEY TURN TO PROSTITUTION, NOR YOUR DAUGHTERS-IN-LAW WHEN THEY COMMIT ADULTERY, BECAUSE THE MEN THEMSELVES CONSORT WITH HARLOTS AND SACRIFICE WITH SHRINE PROSTITUTES-- A ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Merry-Go-Round Of Short-Sighted Spirituality Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 3, 2011

AS WE CONTINUE IN OUR STUDY OF HOSEA WE COME TO CHAPTER 5. THIS CHAPTER IN ITS ENTIRETY SEEKS TO EDUCATE US TO SOME OF THE DYNAMICS INVOLVED IN OUR LIVES, BOTH PERSONALLY, AND THROUGH DIVINE INTERVENTION THAT HAPPEN AS WE CONTINUE TO LIVE A SHALLOW RELAT

THE MERRY-GO-ROUND OF SHORT-SIGHTED SPIRITUALITY HOSEA 5:1-15 INTRODUCTION: AS WE CONTINUE IN OUR STUDY OF HOSEA WE COME TO CHAPTER 5. THIS CHAPTER IN ITS ENTIRETY SEEKS TO EDUCATE US TO SOME OF THE DYNAMICS INVOLVED IN OUR LIVES, BOTH PERSONALLY, AND THROUGH DIVINE INTERVENTION THAT HAPPEN AS WE ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Your Hour Series

Contributed by Robert Glass on May 13, 2011

Many individuals in the text of the Bible had a moment in which to act or react. Today is your day , This is your hour.

But This Is Your Hour In Luke 22:53, Jesus says to the multitude that had come out to arrest him “This is your hour.” Daily Jesus had been in the Temple; many times, they could have taken Him publicly. But, in the darkness, away from public opinion, it was their HOUR to crucify ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Describing God's Indescribable Gift Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

The first message in a series looking at things we can and hould be thankful for. This first message deals with the thought of being thankful for the ability (by God’s grace) to give, and the hinderances we face in this area

DESCRIBING GOD’S INDESCRIBABLE GIFT 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 (NIV) INTRODUCTION: God’s indescribable gift is something we would not often; if ever define with the word indescribable. God’s indescribable gift is giving! For many of us, giving, finances, etc. are quite describable. We can describe ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 -- Some Thoughts On God's Control And Why Things Happen As They Do. Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

Why do things happen the way they do? The book of Habakkuk tells us that this is because God is God and is in conplete control. This is the first of a series of messages looking at how Habakkuk attitude and character changes regarding God’s activity in

The Book of Habakkuk Some Thoughts On God’s Control And Why Things Happen As They Do. Part 1 Habakkuk 1:1-11 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world of more questions than answers. In fact, for every answer we find, it seems as if it brings with it two questions. We live in a world today in which ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Part 2 -- Finding Our Way To The Watchtower Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

Last week we were introduced to the prophet Habakkuk and his first of two questions for God regarding the state of Judah. From this we developed some simple truth. First, God is in control. Second, Just because God has not answered, does not mean He ha

FINDING OUR WAY TO THE WATCHTOWER HABAKKUK 1:12-2:1 Habakkuk 1:12-2:1 O Lord, are you not from everlasting? My God, my Holy One, we will not die. O Lord, you have appointed them to execute judgment; O Rock, you have ordained them to punish. 13 Your eyes are too pure to look on evil; you cannot ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3 -- Which Way Will You Choose? Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

This third part of the series deals with our choice to live either a way of faith, or a way of unfaith.

WHICH WAY WILL YOU CHOOSE? Habakkuk 2:2-20 Then the Lord replied: "Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it. 3 For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-20

Denomination: Baptist

Part 4 -- Prayer For The Overcast Days Of Life Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

What we have here in the 3rd chapter of Habakkuk is undeniably one of the great prayers of the Bible. Prayer should be a natural part of our Christian experience. Part of our walk with Christ should be a personal prayer life....Prayer is our responsibil

PRAYER FOR THE OVERCAST DAYS OF LIFE Habakkuk 3:1-2 A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth. 2 Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O Lord. Renew them in our day, in our time make them known; in wrath remember mercy. Habakkuk 3:1-2 (MSG) A prayer of the prophet ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Part 5 -- What A Mighty God We Serve Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

Habakkuk is one of the shortest books of the Bible, yet it is a book dealing with significant and profound issues; Sin, “Inactivity of God”, the morality of God’s actions, and God’s attributes of sovereignty, majesty, and faithfulness. This morning, we w

WHAT A MIGHTY GOD WE SERVE HABAKKUK 3:3-15 INTRODUCTION: Habakkuk is one of the shortest books of the Bible, yet it is a book dealing with significant and profound issues; Sin, “Inactivity of God”, the morality of God’s actions, and God’s attributes of sovereignty, majesty, and faithfulness. This ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

Part 6 -- Overwhelmed With The Person Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

As we come to the conclusion of the book of Habakkuk, we see the prophet of God overwhelmed by His God. Habakkuk has moved from a selfishly motivated question request of God to a personal state of spiritual harmony. A position of trust in what will happ

OVERWHELMED WITH THE PERSON OF GOD Habakkuk 3:16-19 INTRODUCTION: As we come to the conclusion of the book of Habakkuk, we see the prophet of God overwhelmed by His God. Habakkuk has moved from a selfishly motivated question request of God to a personal state of spiritual harmony. A position of ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 3, 2009

In order to attain Christian maturity and holy conduct it is essential to have a firm foundation. The believer must be able to stand with confidence. He dare not be pushed down by trials. He must not be pulled over by temptation. This kind of stamina can

THE BOOK OF JAMES LESSONS FOR THE MATERIALIZING CHURCH -- PART 1 James 1:1-8 -- TRIALS In order to attain Christian maturity and holy conduct it is essential to have a firm foundation. The believer must be able to stand with confidence. He dare not be pushed down by trials. He must not be pulled ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 3, 2009

Frank Mead has said, “The best protection one can have from the devil and his schemes is a humble heart. Nowhere is this more apt than when we look into the area of our personal security. James, in his letter deals with this situation – personal securit

THE BOOK OF JAMES LESSONS FOR THE MATERIALIZING CHURCH -- PART 2 James 1:9-11 – TRIALS INTRODUCTION: Frank Mead has said, “The best protection one can have from the devil and his schemes is a humble heart. Nowhere is this more apt than when we look into the area of our personal security. James, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Attributes Of A Godly Man

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 16, 2010

Last week we looked at a portion of the life of Joseph, and in the process God revelaed through Joseph’s life the Character of a Godly Man. With that said, I would llike to draw our attention to Psalm 1. It is here that we can uncover some of the founda

THE ATTRIBUTES OF A GODLY MAN Psalm 1:1-3 (NIV) Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Activity Of Stewardship Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 20, 2010

OVER THE LAST SEVERAL WEEKS, WE HAVE BEEN LOOKING INTO THE WORLD OF GOD FOR INSIGHTS REGARDING THE DOCTRINE OF STEWARDSHIP. DURING THAT TIME, WE HAVE SEEN WHAT THE SCRIPTURE SAYS ABOUT OUR GRATITUDE FOR THE PRIVILEGE OF BEING A STEWARD, WHAT THE LEVEL OF

THE ACTIVITY OF STEWARDSHIP Hebrews 6:9-12 (NIV) 9 Even though we speak like this, dear friends, we are confident of better things in your case--things that accompany salvation. 10 God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Forward Thinking For The Follower Of Christ

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 26, 2010

SOMEONE ONCE SAID, “FAITH SEES THE INVISIBLE, BELIEVES THE INCREDIBLE, AND RECEIVES THE IMPOSSIBLE”. HERE IN OUR PASSAGE TODAY, WE SEE ABRAHAM LIVING AND ACTING OUT THE REALITY OF THIS STATEMENT. EVERYTHING ABRAHAM DOES IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DEATH OF

FORWARD THINKING FOR THE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Genesis 23:1-20 INTRODUCTION: SOMEONE ONCE SAID, “FAITH SEES THE INVISIBLE, BELIEVES THE INCREDIBLE, AND RECEIVES THE IMPOSSIBLE”. HERE IN OUR PASSAGE TODAY, WE SEE ABRAHAM LIVING AND ACTING OUT THE REALITY OF THIS STATEMENT. EVERYTHING ABRAHAM DOES IN ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 23:1-20

Denomination: Baptist