Luke 2:1-7, NKJV And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This…… Read more “Caesar Augustus, The Decree, and Quirinius: Does Luke Get It Wrong? (Luke 2:1-7)”
Category: Scripture and Culture
God Will Make Good On His Promises, 2 Peter 3:1-18 (Falling Away Series)
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18, NKJV Beloved, I now write to you this second epistle (in both of which I stir up your pure minds by way of reminder), 2 that you…… Read more “God Will Make Good On His Promises, 2 Peter 3:1-18 (Falling Away Series)”
When was the biblical canon closed? 2 Peter 3:15-16 and the Council of Nicea claim
We here at The Essential Church believe in studying the Word of God. This past five months or so, we’ve been diving into our Falling Away…… Read more “When was the biblical canon closed? 2 Peter 3:15-16 and the Council of Nicea claim”
Don’t Look Back, Luke 17:26-32; Genesis 19:23-26 (Falling Away Series)
Subject: Don’t Look Back Scripture: Luke 17:26-32; Genesis 19: 23-26 Don't Look Back Sermon PDF “Remember Lot’s wife.” These three words from Luke 17:32… Read more "Don’t Look Back, Luke 17:26-32; Genesis 19:23-26 (Falling Away Series)"
State of the Church Address: House Churches, Romans 16:3-5; 1 Corinthians 16:19 (The Essential Church First-Year Anniversary)
NOTE: Please see the bottom of the page for the order of service. First Church Anniversary for The Essential Church State of The Church Address… Read more "State of the Church Address: House Churches, Romans 16:3-5; 1 Corinthians 16:19 (The Essential Church First-Year Anniversary)"
Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 3: How Then Shall We Live?
Doctrine Notes (Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 3: How Then Shall We Live?) Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 3_ How Then Shall…… Read more “Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 3: How Then Shall We Live?”
Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2E: The origin of the rabbit, egg, and Easter Egg Hunt
Praise the Lord, church! We’re back today with Part 2E of our series on Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter. Today’s work covers two additional passages of Scripture…… Read more “Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2E: The origin of the rabbit, egg, and Easter Egg Hunt”
Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2D: Why The Name Matters, Continued
Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2D: Why The Name Matters, Continued Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2D_ Why The Name Matters, Continued (1)…… Read more “Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2D: Why The Name Matters, Continued”
Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2C: Why The Name Matters
Does the name of the Resurrection Day matter? We argue from Scripture the offensiveness of the name "Easter" to God.
Why We Don’t Celebrate Easter, Part 2B: Where Does the Name “Easter” Come From? (1 Samuel 15:1-23)
Where does the name "Easter" come from? The research we present will surprise you.