“BEWARE OF THE LEAVEN OF THE PHARISEES”

“BEWARE OF THE LEAVEN OF THE PHARISEES”

Then Jesus said unto them, “Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees.” (Matthew 16:6) As we comprehend and walk in the blessings and authority we have “in Christ” we must be very mindful of Jesus’ words warning His disciples concerning...
“WHAT WE HAVE IN CHRIST” Part II

“WHAT WE HAVE IN CHRIST” Part II

Part II The Apostle Paul boldly stated, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek” (Romans 1:16).  Once we are “in Christ” by grace through faith...
“WHAT WE HAVE IN CHRIST” Part I

“WHAT WE HAVE IN CHRIST” Part I

Part I The term “in Christ” is illuminated when you consider its different connotations. This word describes our position in Christ (imputed righteousness) before the Father, it describes our authority in the name of Christ (power to invoke His name), and it describes...
“WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST” Part II

“WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST” Part II

Part II Jesus told us many things about who we are in Him if we abide in Him and His words abide in us (John 15:7), but He could not tell His disciples “many things” at that time. Jesus knew they would not understand until the Holy Spirit was sent to them to teach...
“WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST” Part I

“WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST” Part I

Part I All the New Testament covenant promises and blessings are available to those who are in covenant with Christ. Another way of saying this is that the promises and blessings are for those who are “in Christ.”  What does this mean?  Jesus said that He...