unity – Page 6

Andy Sochor June 29, 2014

The Problem with Denominations

Text: Matthew 16:18 In the first century, there were no denominations – only the Lord’s church. But today, there are thousands of denominations. Is this a problem? Many say “no” – they have been taught to join the church of their choice because one church is as good as another. Yet the Bible says that […]

Filed Under: church, New Testament Tagged With: baptism, church, denominationalism, denominations, division, gospel, salvation, unity

Andy Sochor May 5, 2014

Like Precious Faith

Text: 2 Peter 1:1 “Like precious faith” – a commonly used phrase, often spoken by brethren wording prayers in the assembly. But what does it mean? Why is it significant? In this lesson, we will take a closer look at this phrase used by the apostle Peter. Faith Before we look at the terms that […]

Filed Under: faith, New Testament Tagged With: faith, obedience, salvation, unity, word of God

Andy Sochor March 3, 2014

Reasons to Rejoice

Text: Philippians 4:4 Why does Paul tell the brethren in Philippi to rejoice? It is easy to be distracted by the negative things in this life (Job 14:1), which are a threat to our spiritual wellbeing (Luke 8:14). We may suffer pain, endure hardship and loss, be persecuted, etc. We may not always be happy, […]

Filed Under: Christian life, New Testament Tagged With: baptism, brethren, conversion, forgiveness, heaven, joy, love, persecution, preaching, rejoicing, salvation, truth, unity

Andy Sochor February 3, 2014

Precious in the Sight of God

Text: Psalm 116:15 As we grow, it is important that we learn to see things the way God does – value what He values. Some things that we value are worthless (Isaiah 44:9). We must realize this and be willing to sacrifice them to follow the Lord (Philippians 3:8). We need to see what is […]

Filed Under: church, salvation Tagged With: blood, church, crucifixion, death, God, heaven, hope, love, meekness, redemption, salvation, unity

Andy Sochor December 30, 2013

Houses in Which to Eat

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-22 More churches (even among brethren) are hosting meals as a function of the church. As with every question, we must strive to determine if such activities are authorized. In order to do this, let us examine what Paul had to say to the church in Corinth. Paul’s Question to the Corinthians […]

Filed Under: authority, church, New Testament Tagged With: authority, church, division, Lord's Supper, social gospel, unity

Andy Sochor July 22, 2013

A Tax Collector and a Zealot

Text: Matthew 10:2-4 When Jesus sent out the twelve apostles on the “limited commission,” Matthew recorded their names. Aside from Judas who would betray Him, this record only provides us with information about previous activities for two men – Matthew the tax collector and Simon the Zealot. As we examine the differences between these two […]

Filed Under: New Testament, society, unity Tagged With: government, kingdom, unity

Andy Sochor November 27, 2012

Love Will Grow Cold

Text: Matthew 24:9-13 Jesus warned His disciples of some difficult times that would be in their future. Sadly, hardships would cause many to turn from God and “grow cold” in their love and devotion to Him. This passage mentions six things that can cause people to depart from the Lord. These are things we must […]