The lives of Abraham and Sarah especially in the context of the birth of Isaac exhibit characteristics of authentic faith that emerge from the ashes of apparent defeat. Dr. John Hartmann points out characteristics of the often-difficult journey that precedes obtaining God’s promises. Human effort alone will not suffice. Human substitutions for the fulfillment of […]
Entries from February 2008
Faith that emerges from the ashes of apparent defeat
February 24th, 2008 · No Comments
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A Call to Possess the Land
February 22nd, 2008 · No Comments
God’s commands to Joshua and the people of Israel as recorded in Joshua chapters 1-5 serves as the base for this visionary message. God calls for courageous obedience to His Word to take the land. Application is made to the church as we demonstrate the dominion of Christ over the powers of darkness. Multiple lessons […]
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God is my Refuge
February 17th, 2008 · No Comments
Psalm 31 serves as the base for this outstanding message of hope. David experiences trouble and despair as his enemies have plotted against him. He is slandered and written off. Although filled with grief, he continues to put hope in the Lord and eventually obtains solace and deliverance.
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Courage
February 10th, 2008 · No Comments
Joshua 1:1-8 serves as the base for this stirring exhortation and instruction to hold fast to the promises & commands of God’s Word as we go forth with God to take hold of the inheritance He has promised.
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Old Testament Historical Overview
February 8th, 2008 · No Comments
Dr. John Hartmann provides an overview of the Old Testament from the time of Joshua to Jesus.
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Abraham and the Journey of Faith
February 3rd, 2008 · No Comments
Genuine faith requires obedience. One can monitor their level of faith by there level of obedience. Typically when faith wanes, obedience wanes too. The account of Abraham reveals that a life of faith begins with a revelation of God in which God apprehends you. A response of faith required on your part. A series of […]
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