Tag Archives: Belief

Why is he not ashamed of the Gospel?

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes. (Romans 1:16b CSB) Paul clearly wanted the reader to know that he is not ashamed of the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ. Why? Because this good … Continue reading →

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God Does Not Make Suggestions

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, … according to the command of the eternal God, to bring about the obedience of faith—to the only wise God be glory forevermore through Jesus Christ! … Continue reading →

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The Preaching of Christ

Posted on July 18, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

After John was arrested, Jesus went to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God: “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (Mark 1:14-15 CSB) John the baptizer had been arrested. The final Old Testament prophet proved faithful to his calling. His task … Continue reading →

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The Wonder of Mark’s Gospel: His Thesis Statement

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. (Mark 1:1 ESV) Mark was a no-nonsense writer. He had a story to tell and he tells it. He does not take us back to eternity past like … Continue reading →

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Jesus Revealed the Father

Posted on December 3, 2017 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

MORNING WORSHIP at NCPC-Selma, audio from the sermon, “Jesus the Mediator and Missionary,” preached December 3, 2017, the First Sunday of Advent. Sermon text: John 12:44-50 Sermon outline: (1.) The unified witness (revelation) of the Father and the Son, 44-46. … Continue reading →

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Biblical Information is for Transformation

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

EVENING WORSHIP at NCPC-Selma, sermon audio from, “Belief & Behavior,” September 10, 2017. Evening Series: Ordinary Spirit-filled Churches. Sermon texts: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5; 2:13; 3:11-4:3 Sermon outline: (1.) Why are we studying 1 Thessalonians? (2.) A brief word on the outline … Continue reading →

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Is and Ought

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

EVENING WORSHIP at NCPC on January 8, 2017, audio of sermon, “The Oughts flow from the Is.” Sermon text: Colossians 2:6-7 Points: Doctrine relates to conduct; Living is based on learning; Belief results in behavior. Christ himself is the foundation. … Continue reading →

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Jesus Tells the Parable of the Brats

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

NCPC Morning Worship, April 17, 2016, “What Can I Say About This Generation?” Sermon text: Luke 7:31-35 Outline: 1. Introduction connecting the parable to the previous material. 2. Jesus’ Parable. 3. Jesus’ Explanation 4. Application for us today.

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The Bible in Miniature

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Sunday’s sermon, “Do you remember Bannerman?” September 20, 2015. Sermon text: John 3:16 The Necessity of the New Birth. The Nature of the New Birth. The Provision for the New Birth. The Eternal Reality for those who receive the New … Continue reading →

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