Picture a branch.

If that branch is on the ground, it's dead.

A severed branch bears no fruit.

However, if that same branch is connected to a tree or vine, it's alive.

In John 15, Jesus says that the same is true of us.

Specifically, He tells us to 'abide' in Him (as a branch on a vine).

But what does the word 'abide' really mean?

That will be the focus of today's study.

 

Picture a branch.
If that branch is on the ground, it's dead.
A severed branch bears no fruit.
However, if that same branch is connected to a tree or vine, it's alive.
In John 15, Jesus says that the same is true of us.
Specifically, He tells us to 'abide' in Him (as a branch on a vine).
But what does the word 'abide' really mean?
That will be the focus of today's study.
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"Faith comes through hearing." Sermons and classes by Rev. Dr. Toby Holt, pastor of First Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Gulfport, Mississippi. Dr. Holt explains difficult theological topics in clear, accessible ways.

"Faith comes through hearing." Sermons and classes by Rev. Dr. Toby Holt, pastor of First Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Gulfport, Mississippi. Dr. Holt explains difficult theological topics in clear, accessible ways.

Sermons and classes by Rev. Dr. Toby Holt of First Presbyterian Church of Gulfport, MS.

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"Faith comes through hearing." Sermons and classes by Rev. Dr. Toby Holt, pastor of First Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Gulfport, Mississippi.

"Faith comes through hearing." Sermons and classes by Rev. Dr. Toby Holt, pastor of First Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Gulfport, Mississippi.

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John: What It Means To Abide In Christ

Goliath was a monster.

This man was a giant, a beast, and the Devil's own proxy.

But God had His own champion.

He sent a shepherd from Bethlehem to crush the monster's head.

Does that remind you of anybody else?

In today's study of 1 Samuel 17, we'll see the Gospel in OT clothing.

Questions That We'll Answer:

A) In what ways was Goliath a proxy for the serpent?

B) What other types or shadows are in this chapter?

C) How do Gen. 3, Rev. 13, and 1 Samuel 17 connect?

Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt

Goliath was a monster.
This man was a giant, a beast, and the Devil's own proxy.
But God had His own champion.
He sent a shepherd from Bethlehem to crush the monster's head.
Does that remind you of anybody else?
In today's study of 1 Samuel 17, we'll see the Gospel in OT clothing.
Questions That We'll Answer:
A) In what ways was Goliath a proxy for the serpent?
B) What other types or shadows are in this chapter?
C) How do Gen. 3, Rev. 13, and 1 Samuel 17 connect?
Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt

David, Goliath And The Gospel

You can take this to the bank:

As a Christian, your future is brighter than you can imagine.

But for now?

For now, we face hardships and heartache.

For now, we live in 'this present darkness.'

That's the tension of the Christian life, isn't it?

We live in the 'already, but the not yet.'

Questions That We'll Answer:

A) Why does all of nature 'groan?' What is the cause?

B) How can we be sure of a brighter tomorrow?

C) How do we find strength to endure to the end?

Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt

You can take this to the bank:
As a Christian, your future is brighter than you can imagine.
But for now?
For now, we face hardships and heartache.
For now, we live in 'this present darkness.'
That's the tension of the Christian life, isn't it?
We live in the 'already, but the not yet.'
Questions That We'll Answer:
A) Why does all of nature 'groan?' What is the cause?
B) How can we be sure of a brighter tomorrow?
C) How do we find strength to endure to the end?
Speaker: Dr. Toby Holt

Already But Not Yet

Is worship difficult for you?

For many people, it is. For many, it seems difficult or unnatural.

Now, why would 'worship' be difficult?

Well, we're not used to glorifying someone other than ourselves.

So, how do we fix this?

It begins with the study of God himself.

It begins with an appreciation of His character.

The more we understand God, the more natural worship becomes.

Questions That We'll Answer:

A) What sort of worship was taking place in 2 Chronicles 7?

B) What happened the moment the Temple was dedicated?

C) How can we grow in our love and commitment to worship?

Speaker: Dr. Toby B. Holt

Is worship difficult for you?
For many people, it is. For many, it seems difficult or unnatural.
Now, why would 'worship' be difficult?
Well, we're not used to glorifying someone other than ourselves.
So, how do we fix this?
It begins with the study of God himself.
It begins with an appreciation of His character.
The more we understand God, the more natural worship becomes.
Questions That We'll Answer:
A) What sort of worship was taking place in 2 Chronicles 7?
B) What happened the moment the Temple was dedicated?
C) How can we grow in our love and commitment to worship?
Speaker: Dr. Toby B. Holt

John: What It Means To Abide In Christ

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