Allen Daniels read and commented from Romans chapter 5, giving emphasis to the “Much More” verses.
Referenced Scriptures: Galatians 4:4-7
Romans Chapter 5 / “Much More”
Ornate Buildings are Not Required
Randy McCarthy spoke about why God does not need an ornate building for his worship. He then returned to his previous topic [March 15] about Apostolic worship.
Referenced Scriptures: Matthew 15:1-9, Isaiah 29:1-2,9, Exodus 20:24-26, Leviticus 10:1-2, Haggai 2:1-9, Hebrews 9:6-14
Election (Romans chapters 9 – 11)
Mark Hasenmyer continued reading from Romans chapters 9 with a focus on Election. He emphasized that both the Gentiles and a remnant of the nation of Israel are part of the Kingdom of God. Continuing into chapters 10 & 11; Israel (as a nation) were not looking for the redemption of Christ because they believed their eternal salvation came from the Old Testament laws, rituals, and sacrifices.
The Cup of the Wrath of God (cont.)
Randy McCarthy continued speaking about The Cup of the Wrath of God.
Referenced Scriptures: 1Corinthians chapter 15, Psalm 75, Jeremiah chapter 25, John 18:10-11, 1Thessalonians chapter 1
The Cup of the Wrath of God | Understanding the Purpose of God
Randy McCarthy read from Revelation chapter 14 and spoke about The Cup of the Wrath of God.
Mark Hasenmyer spoke about the purpose of God not always being obvious and the misinterpretation of prophecy.
Referenced Scriptures: 2Thessalonians 2:1-4, Daniel 9:24-27, Romans 9:18-24
The Sovereignty of God
Mark Hasenmyer reviewed his previous message about the Nation of Israel. He then spoke about the Sovereignty of God, giving examples of: Jacob and Esau, and Moses and the Pharaoh of Egypt.
Referenced Scriptures: Romans chapter 9, Exodus chapter 1
Apostolic Worship
Randy McCarthy spoke about Apostolic Worship.
Referenced Scriptures: John chapter 4, Jude
The Nation of Israel
Mark Hasenmyer read from Romans chapter 9 and spoke about The Nation of Israel.
Vows Made in the Bible
Randy McCarthy spoke about Vows that were made in the Bible.
Referenced Scriptures: John 5, Genesis 28:10-22, Judges 11:28-40, Leviticus 27 (summary), Matthew 23:16-22, James, Romans 12:1-2
Psalm 22: The Death of Jesus Christ
Mark Hasenmyer read and commented from Psalm 22; emphasizing the final moments of Jesus’ life and his separation from God during his death.
Referenced Scriptures: Mark 15:33-34
Allen Daniels read from Matthew chapter 27 and then spoke about the crucifixion and its reference to Psalm 22.