The Binding of Satan

Since I do not believe in a distinct future 1000-year reign of Christ on the earth before the new heaven and new earth, I am often asked: Do I believe Satan is presently bound? This question comes from Revelation 20:1-8 where Satan is bound for 1000 years and then...

The 8 E’s of Evangelicals

As Baptists, many would refer to us as evangelicals. They do this because we put a high focus on evangelism. Evangelism is vital, but as Bereans, we must see that there is so much more than just evangelism in the life of a believer. I don’t often use alliteration, but...

Jesus, the Good Shepherd

I want to use this note to help make today’s sermon more edifying.  In John 10, Jesus says, “I am the good shepherd.” But what does that mean? What is the significance? He has referenced bread, light, door, and now—Shepherd! If we did not have Ezekiel 34, we...

Abundant Life

This morning, we are going to dig into John 10:10, The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. We must get into the Greek to get the most accurate understanding of what Jesus is communicating with this...

Assurance of Salvation Past or Present?

What does the Bible teach about finding assurance of salvation? Do I look to my past or find assurance in the present? I was taught to tell people that their assurance of salvation is found in remembering the day they believed the gospel. When did they ask Jesus in...