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Titus 3:1-11

Understanding Series

Gordon D. Fee

... . 1:16; 6:12; Titus 1:2). 3:8 As it turns out, the preceding piece of exalted prose is another of the trustworthy sayings of the PE (cf. 1 Tim. 1:15; 3:1; 4:9; 2 Tim. 2:11). This is the second instance (cf. 1 Tim. 4:9) where the formula follows the saying (although Scott curiously suggests that it is to be found in v. 8). Because the other “faithful sayings” are more pithy and formulaic, there has been considerable debate over the extent of the actual saying (vv. 3–7, D-C; 5b–6, Kelly; 5–7; Spicq ...

2. A Workman Approved by God

2 Timothy 2:14-26

Understanding Series

Gordon D. Fee

... upon the Lord, that is, worship Yahweh, the God of Israel, and none other. Along with the modifier out of a pure heart (cf. 1 Tim. 1:5; the same root as the verb “cleanse oneself” in v. 21), this designation sets off the true people of God (who pursue righteousness, ... the snare of the devil after they have been captured by him, so as to do His will—i.e., the will of God’ ” (Scott, following Moffatt; cf. Bernard); or “Having been saved alive by the servant of the Lord to do the Lord’s will, and not the ...

3. What Must Be Taught to Various Groups

Titus 2:1-15

Understanding Series

Gordon D. Fee

... doctrine has not so much to do with the cognitive side of the gospel as the behavioral. 2:2 Paul begins with instructions for the older men (cf. 1 Tim. 5:1; on this word, Philo, On the Creation 105, cites Hippocrates as referring to the sixth of seven periods of a man’s life, ages fifty to ... within the church (1:10–16); Spicq, for the pagan critic (generally, in view in 2:1–3:2). Scott, Kelly, and Hanson take the middle ground of allowing either, although seeing the emphasis to lie differently (within ...

4. Hope for People Who Are Angry

Ephesians 4:30-5:2

Sermon

King Duncan

... I love you and this is so unlike you.’ In spite of himself, Ken cracked up laughing and they hugged each other. Ken Blanchard writes, his “Scott never left his truck in the driveway again and I got better at reaffirming at the end of a reprimand.” Then Ken adds, “Tell the ... for Public Speaking (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2004). 2. From the Internet. 3. Adapted from a sermon by Tim Diebel, http://www.fccdm.org/copies_of_sermons/Sermons2003/081003.htm. 4. Dr. Daniel Lioy, Tarbell’s Lesson Commentary ...

5. Setting His Face Toward Jerusalem

Luke 9:51-62

Sermon

King Duncan

... creation. That’s why this opening verse about setting his face toward Jerusalem is so important to understand. CBS News journalist Scott Pelley once interviewed a man named Dean Chabot, a former neo-Nazi. Chabot had spent years preaching hatred and violence against ... Jokesmith. 3. Produced by Michael Radutzky. Associate Producer, Lucy Boyd. © 2017 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Scott Pelley, Correspondent, “60 Minutes.” 4. Anthony Robbins, Notes from a Friend (New York, N.Y.: Fireside, 1995 ...

6. Personal Remarks

2 Timothy 4:9-18

Understanding Series

Gordon D. Fee

... things when he stood by Paul. The first, significantly, had to do with Paul’s gospel. He gave me strength (cf. 2:1; 1 Tim. 1:12), so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. As with the similar preliminary ... But that is due to the mistaken notions that Paul has told Timothy to stay on at Ephesus to resist the false teachers (e.g., Scott), which he has not (not in this letter at least) or that 2 Timothy like 1 Timothy is also a “church manual,” or at ...

7. I'm O.k.; You're A Little Suspect

Luke 6:37-42

Sermon

King Duncan

... Storey. It's Time for Your Comeback (Tulsa, OK.: Harrison House, 1998), pp. 46-47. 2. Pastor Tim's Clean Laugh List - http://www.cybersalt.org/cleanlaugh 3. Unattributed, “Sin," People, 10 February 1986, pp. 107-109. Cited in Myths the World Taught Me by R. Scott Richards, Thomas Nelson Publishers, Nashville, 1991, p. 211. 4. (New York: William Morrow and Company, Inc., 1984). 5. HELP 4 SUNDAY 6. Arthur Gordon. A Touch of Wonder (Grand Rapids, Mich.: Fleming H. Revell Company, 1974), pp. 44-45. 7. Knowles ...

8. Jesus Made Like His Brothers

Hebrews 2:5-18

Understanding Series

Donald A. Hagner

... , but continues to have real, if limited, power (cf. Eph. 4:27; 6:11; 1 Tim. 3:7; James 4:7; 1 Pet. 5:8). In a similar way, the NT can say that Christ “has destroyed death” (2 Tim. 1:10), and yet death continues to he a reality with which humanity must reckon ... and Acts 5:31, absolutely, “Prince.” See G. Johnston, “Christ as Archēgos,” NTS 27 (1981), pp. 381–85; J. J. Scott, “Archēgos in the Salvation History of the Epistle to the Hebrews,” JETS 29 (1986), pp. 47–54. H. Bietenhard, NIDNTT ...

9. Facing Fears, Kingdom Style

Matthew 6:25-34

Sermon

Phil Thrailkill

... ever happen. The realism of Jesus about facing anxieties with God’s help is reinforced by the 20 year best-seller of Dr. M. Scott Peck, The Road Less Traveled. In the words of the opening section he writes: "Life is difficult... Life is a series of problems. Do ... that could make a big difference. Sure, it was against NASCAR rules, but almost everyone else was doing it. So crew chief Tim Shutt crawled under the No. 20 car of Mike McLaughlin, who races on the Busch circuit. "Joe Gibbs, the team owner, is ...

10. The God of All Comfort

2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

... Cor. 4:17; 16:10–11; Phil. 1:1; 2:19–24; Col. 1:1; 1 Thess. 1:1; 3:2, 6; Phlm. 1; 1 and 2 Timothy, esp. 2 Tim. 3:8–9). Aaron was Moses’ “brother” (cf. Exod. 4:14; 6:20; 28:1; Num. 26:59; 27:12–13; Deut. 32:50; 1 Chron. 6:3; 23:13). ... .14; 11.29. 1:4 On Paul’s use of first person plural pronouns (we, us) to refer to himself in 2 Cor. 1–3, see Scott Hafemann, Suffering and the Spirit: An Exegetical Study of II Cor. 2:14–3:3 within the Context of the Corinthian Correspondence (WUNT 2/19; Tü ...

11. The Glory of the New Covenant

2 Corinthians 3:7-17; 4:1-6

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

... ; 1 Cor. 15:27). On the present and future aspects of the transformation by the Spirit in Rom. 8, see James M. Scott, Adoption as Sons of God: An Exegetical Investigation into the Background of ΥΙΟΘΕΣΙΑ in the Pauline Corpus (WUNT 2/48; Tübingen: Mohr ... 1, pp. 298–300). 4:4 The expression the god of this age (ho theos tou aiōnos toutou) is unique in the NT, although 1 Tim. 1:17 refers to God as “the King of the ages (ho basileus tōn aiōnōn).” Nevertheless, Paul can use the articular term “ ...

12. Purpose-Driven

Jeremiah 1:1-19

Sermon

King Duncan

... NEEDS A PURPOSE FOR LIFE. Maybe this is why Rick Warren’s book has been so amazingly successful. People need a purpose for living. Tim Hoerr in his book Thank God It’s Monday! tells about his brother Ben. Ben is the executive pastor of a thousand-member church ... planet!” Charlie’s like many of us, and it is a terrible feeling. In January of the year 1912 Robert Falcon Scott made a tragic journey to the South Pole. Afterward he described one occasion when weather conditions were such that a white haze ...

13. Pursue the Life That Really Is Life

1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Sermon

Billy D. Strayhorn

... you, God.'" Shutt didn't put the piece on the car. McLaughlin won the race. It was Talladega, one of the biggest races of 2001. Tim Shutt says "When we won, the first thing that came to my mind was that verse. God wanted to show himself to me." (3) Now listen ... the golden rule. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." V. Endurance A. That brings us to Endurance. M Scott Peck's book The Road Less Traveled begins with three words. Three profoundly true words: "Life is hard." And because "Life is ...

14. Imitating Christ's Humility

Philippians 2:1-11

Understanding Series

F. F. Bruce

... in the name of Jesus (or through Jesus) because he is the way to the Father, the “one mediator between God and men” (1 Tim. 2:5). But that is not what is meant here. The sense is conveyed better in the rendering “at the name of Jesus” ( ... Martin, Carmen Christi, pp. 42–62). Pauline authorship, however, has been defended by M. Dibelius (ad loc.), W. Michaelis (ad loc.), E. F. Scott (ad loc.), L. Cerfaux, “L’hymne au Christ—Serviteur de Dieu (Phil. 2, 6–11=Isa. 52, 13–53, 12),” pp. 425–37 ...

15. When You Feel Helpless

2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Sermon

King Duncan

... our greatest strengths. A claim to be helpless is a blasphemy against God. We are never helpless because God is with us. 1. MYTHS THE WORLD TAUGHT ME by R. Scott Richards, Thomas Nelson Publishers, Nashville, 1991. 2. A DAILY DOSE OF THE AMERICAN DREAM by Alan C. Elliott, Rutledge Hill Press, Nashville, Tn., 1998, p. 281. 3. Robert H. Schuller ... by Philip Yancey, Zondervan Publishing House, Grand Rapids, MI, p. 29. 6. KEEP ON DANCIN' by Tim Hansel, Chariot Family Publishing, Colorado Springs, CO., 1995, p.

16. Big Fish

John 21:1-14

Sermon

King Duncan

... Lord at the end of life and hearing him say, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.” Some of you are undoubtedly familiar with a 2003 Tim Burton motion picture, Big Fish. It’s a strange film about a man who told tall tales--fish tales. His son William wants to know what ... Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of The Boat (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2001). 7. Cherie Carter-Scott, Ph.D., If Success Is a Game, These Are the Rules (New York: Broadway Books, 2000), p. 140. 8. “The Real Way ...

17. Why You Should Study the Bible

Psalm 119:105

Sermon

James Merritt

... vast difference between age and maturity? Age is a quantity of years, but maturity is a quality of spiritual growth. Novelist F. Scott Fitzgerald once wrote about people who “go from one childhood to another.” We have those kind of people in church today. ... is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” (2 Tim. 3:16-17) Then study the Bible consistently. That is, study it daily. You remember this: Either the Bible will keep ...

18. Orderly Worship

1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Understanding Series

Marion L. Soards

... ), it falls short of dealing with the position stated in these lines and elsewhere in the canonical NT (1 Tim. 2:11–12). A third, creative, sophisticated, and responsible attempt to make sense of these perplexing verses is Talbert ... which Paul’s questions seem to take exception to a previous point. Both questions literally begin with the word “or” (Gk. ē). D. W. Odell-Scott (“Let the Women Speak in Church. An Egalitarian Interpretation of 1 Cor 14:33b–36,” BTB 13 [1983], pp. 90–93) makes much ...

19. The Woman, the Son, and the Dragon

Revelation 12:1--13:1a

Teach the Text

J. Scott Duvall

Big Idea: God protects Jesus Christ and the messianic community against satanic attack. Understanding the Text As well as being the start of a new major section, Revelation 12 stands as the theological heart of the book because it shows why the church faces spiritual hostility in this world and how God provides the victory. Revelation 12:1–14:20 forms a grand interlude detailing the cosmic conflict between God and the forces of evil, as well as God’s vindication of his people and judgment of the ...

20. The Coming Judgment Calls for the Saints to Leave Babylon

Revelation 18:1-24

Teach the Text

J. Scott Duvall

Big Idea: Because God will condemn Babylon for its demonic character, prideful self-indulgence, and adulterous influence, God’s people are called to separate from Babylon, lest they too suffer judgment. Understanding the Text The destruction of Babylon the Great continues (17:1–19:5). The angel’s promise to reveal the punishment of the prostitute in 17:1 is expanded in chapter 18 (cf. earlier allusions in 14:8; 16:19; 17:16), especially as it relates to her economic downfall. Babylon’s coming judgment ...

21. The Warrior Messiah Conquers the Two Beasts and Their Followers

Revelation 19:1-21

Teach the Text

J. Scott Duvall

Big Idea: Jesus, the Warrior Messiah, will return in power and glory to conquer his enemies. Understanding the Text In this passage, God’s final victory over evil continues to unfold (19:6–20:15). After the announcement of the Lamb’s wedding in 19:6–10, we read of Christ’s second coming in 19:11–21. He is portrayed throughout this passage as Warrior, Judge, and King, who returns in glory and power to defeat his enemies and establish his universal reign. The first part of this unit (19:11–16) emphasizes ...

22. Accusations

2 Corinthians 1:12--2:4, 2 Corinthians 2:5-11

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

After the thanksgiving in 1:3–11, the body of the letter begins with a lengthy section in which Paul seeks to deal with various accusations the Corinthians have made against his character and conduct (1:12–2:13). By the writing of 2 Corinthians, Paul has heard the good report from Titus that most of the Corinthians have been reconciled to Paul (cf. 7:6–7). Yet, because of the discrepancy between Paul’s written word and his actions, the Corinthians have become suspicious of Paul’s motives, accusing him of ...

23. Paul's Concern for the Corinthians

2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

The third and last section of 2 Corinthians 10–13 prepares the way for Paul’s third visit to Corinth. His first visit was to found the church (Acts 18); his second visit was to check the church (2 Cor. 2:1); and now his third visit will be to judge the church. If Paul’s ministry of the Spirit is convincing evidence for the legitimacy of his apostolic authority and ministry, a ministry that he attributes directly to God (cf. 2:14, 17; 3:5–6; 10:17), then the Corinthians’ decision to reject that ministry ...

24. Message to Laodicea

Revelation 3:14-22

Teach the Text

J. Scott Duvall

Big Idea: Jesus rebukes his church for its pathetic self-sufficiency and exhorts them to repent and open their hearts to him for restored fellowship and a share in his victory and authority. Understanding the Text The message to the church in Laodicea is the seventh (and final) in a series of messages to the seven churches in Revelation 2–3. Influenced by the local culture, the church considers itself wealthy and self-sufficient, but Jesus’s assessment differs markedly. He repeatedly utilizes images from ...

25. The Conclusion

Revelation 22:7-21

Teach the Text

J. Scott Duvall

Big Idea: Those who obey this authentic prophecy from God, which proclaims how to live in light of Christ’s imminent return, will be eternally blessed. Understanding the Text The somewhat random organization of the conclusion results from the many things John is trying to accomplish in this closing section. There are various speakers (John, an angel, Jesus, the Spirit and the bride, the hearers), important parallels with the prologue in 1:1–8,1and three central themes that reinforce the overall message of ...

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