April 2004 Programs

(Topics May Change Without Notice)

April 4 - THE CRUCIFIXION OF CHRIST

Millions have seen the movie “The Passion of the Christ.” It has been positive proof that, in spite of the determined efforts of some, belief in Christ is not dead in America. What is amazing is that many preachers who see the movie as having great evangelistic potential, have never preached a sermon about His crucifixion. Paul said, “We preach Christ crucified…” Let’s get back to that kind of preaching and watch the church grow.

April 11 - THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST

The logical message to follow the last week’s program on the death of Christ, is one on His resurrection. This happens to fall on “Easter Sunday” in the religious world, so it may reach some hearts with the truth, while they are focused on the thought. Of course Bible students know Easter and The Resurrection of Christ are not the same.

April 18 - FAITH IS NOT A LEAP IN THE DARK

Webster’s Dictionary says “faith is a firm belief in something for which there is no proof.” Sadly, some people accept that definition of faith without looking into the Bible. And it says, “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” The Christian faith is founded securely on the trustworthy evidence in the Bible, the living word of God.

April 25 - PROVIDENCE IN THE EARLY CHURCH

Old timers were sometimes heard to say they would be somewhere or do something if they were “not providentially hindered.” What do you suppose they meant? “Providence” means “foreknowledge that allows for appropriate provisions.” Do you suppose they meant if the Lord provides me life and the necessities to be there or do that? Does He so provide?