God's Wisdom and Spiritual Gifts

Scott Risley

1 Corinthians 14:1-40

The Corinthian Church's meetings were chaotic and uninviting, with believers talking over one another, eager to exercise their own spiritual gifts. Paul admonishes the church to be orderly and to focus on what is beneficial to everyone, and to use individual gifts to build others up. Though the cultural context is different, the principles Paul sets forth are very much applicable to the church today.

Training A Prophet

Jim Leffel

1 Kings 17:1-24

The Word of the Lord is powerful. It attracts some while repulsing others. Elijah's role as a prophet was to speak for God. How can we share God's word in this day and age? This teaching will cover how the Word of God spreads.

Setting the Stage

Jim Leffel

1 Kings 16:29-33

Elijah and Elisha are prophets of God. During their time of service to God, there are many critical issues that surface. This teaching is an introduction to the story of these prophets and answers some questions about God.

The Anonymous Servant

Mike Sullivan

Leviticus 16:14-15

Isaiah gives many prophesies about the Messiah who is to come. In his predictions about the anonymous servant, he reveals both a great ruler and one who endures great suffering. Common objections to Isaiah's prophesies are reviewed and refuted.

The Blind See

Ryan Lowery

John 9:1-41

Jesus' disciples ask him why a blind man is blind, reflecting popular opinions of the time as to the reason. Part of Jesus' response is to heal the man, demonstrating God's power and compassion, and fulfilling a Messianic prophecy. Jesus stands willing to address our spiritual blindness in a similar way.

No god but God

Mike Sullivan

Isaiah 30:20-22

God responds to the idolotry of the Israelites by describing some of His character and nature. He warns them against being fearful and trusting in useless idols. Ways of identifying idols in your life include: things you feel you can't live without, pursuit of something that leaves no time for God, extreme emotions related to a certain thing/career/person or an inordinate need for control. Fortunately, God makes it easy to turn away from idols and turn towards Him.

Hope

Mike Sullivan

Colossians 3:13-15

Isaiah predicts the coming of the Messiah and a few of the characteristics that he will have. What does it mean to have a savior who is the Prince of Peace, Mighty God, and Wonderful Counselor?

The Final Battle

Conrad Hilario

Daniel 11:1-12:2

God gives Daniel a vision of events to come at the end of human history, culminating in the battle of Armageddon. Though frightening, this prophecy gives us hope that God is ultimately in control of world events, and reminds us that there is still time to place our trust in Jesus as we eagerly await his return.

The Final World War

James Rochford

Revelation 9:14-16

What of the final seventieth week of Daniel's seventy weeks prophesy? This final week foretells a final world war, massive and deadly, during which Christ must return to intervene.