Lesson 7: Paul, a Minister of Jesus Christ Lesson Text: Romans 15:14-29 Key Text: Romans 1:14 Lessons from the Key Text: I am a debtorTo whom was Paul in debt?Paul had been made an apostle “for obedience to the faith among all nations,” i.e. “Greeks and to barbarians” (Rom. 1:5, 14).Paul recognized that his apostleship […]
What Are You Doing Here
August 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
What Are You Doing Here? 1 Kings 19:9, 13 Being In Discouragement… Will cause us to forget all the great things God has done with us (1 Kings 19:10, 14; cf. 1 Kings 17-18). Will cause loneliness when we’re not really alone (1 Kings 19:10, 14; cf. 1 Kings 18:3, 4, 13; 19:18; 1 Pet. […]
Norm’s Notes for March 1, 2018
March 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Today’s Reading: Leviticus 15-16 Luke 19 Psalm 30:7-12 Proverbs 6:8-9
Norm’s Notes for January 24, 2018
January 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Today’s Reading: Genesis 41:37-42:36 Mathew 27:36-28:20 Psalm 15 Proverbs 3:3-4 Goals for the New Year: Be more Christ-like! (Lk. 6:40; Matt. 28:19-20; Rom. 8:29; 2 Cor. 3:18; Col. 3:10-11). Grow in the knowledge of Christ. (2 Pet. 3:18; 1:5-8). Be a stronger member of the body. (1 Cor. 12:12-22; Rom. 12:3-5; Eph. 4:16; Rom. 12:6-8; 1 Pet. 4:10-11). […]
You Can Do This!
January 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
On December 31, 2017, one of Northside’s elders – Bill Davis – made an address to the congregation encouraging faithfulness in the coming year. Faithfulness in the work of the Lord is something that we all can do, and do well! God expects it, requires it, and deserves our very best.
We Have This Treasure In Earthen Vessels
October 23, 2017 by Leave a Comment
In 2 Corinthians 4:7, the apostle Paul referred to himself as an earthen vessel carrying a treasure from heaven. It is the responsibility of the church today, as earthen vessels, to continue the work of pouring out the great treasure of redemption’s plan. The Treasure Residing In The Vessels The Treatment Required Of The Vessels […]
A Better Congregation Begins With Me…
October 10, 2017 by 2 Comments
This was the theme for our 2017 Northside Lectureship from October 6th to 8th. We have five lessons studying this subject: A Better Congregation Begins With Me When I Am Truly Converted (Dave Kimmons, South Park Avenue Church of Christ) A Better Congregation Begins With Me When I Begin To Love More (Frank Barnes, Bartley […]
Equipped for Battle
September 24, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Equipped for Battle Ephesians 6:10-20 We know about the armor of God (Eph. 6:14-17). But have we really considered the application? How does this passage picture the church and the Christian life? (cf. Eph. 6:10-13; 2 Tim. 2:3). Are we soldiers EQUIPPED FOR BATTLE? That we are supplied with armor and weaponry (cf. Eph. 6:17; […]
Being Productive in the Lord’s Work
September 18, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Things Not Needed Eloquent Speech (1 Cor. 2:1-4). Secular Education (Acts 4:13). Riches and Great Wealth (Matt. 8:20). Perfect Health (2 Cor. 12:10). Convenience (Acts 16:19-34). Things That Are Needed A Good Example (Rom. 12:1, 2). Diligence (2 Tim. 2:15). Liberality (2 Cor. 9:6, 7). Love of Lost Souls (Rom. 10:1-3).
Walking in the Daylight
June 5, 2017 by Leave a Comment
John 11:9-10 Walking in the Daylight: A Time to Work (John 11:9) A Time When Work is Done (John 11:10)