The Portable Pastor Podcast
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Are We Building His KingdomNehemiah 7:1-6; 66-73.Points:The framework was set in place.The Jewish people were sought out.Israel was back in business.God is buildin...
Nehemiah 6
A Biblical Worldview HelpsNehemiah 6 Three Truths Concerning Thwarting Godly Efforts. Desperation can cause stupidity.Fear can intensify imagination.Resolve can lead to ...
Nehemiah 5
Getting the Family RightNehemiah 5 The Context of the “Great Outcry”The local farms were understaffed. Jewish creditors were taking advantage of the situation. Host...
Nehemiah 4b
Back to WorkNehemiah 4:16-23, ESV 3 phrases that jump out “From that day on” (v 16) “My servants” (vs 16) “Spears, shields, bows, and coats of mail” (vs 16)
Nehemiah 3 and 4a
Opposition to Covenant RenewalNehemiah 3 and 4 Some of the People:The High Priest took the lead. (v 1)The Tekoites repaired two sections (Vs. 5, 27)The Tekoite nobles would n...
Nehemiah 2
Responding to God’s DirectionNehemiah 2 Certainly, we can see that:God’s timing is always best.God will use the ungodly to bring about His purposes.God will give us courage i...
Nehemiah 1
Introduction to NehemiahNehemiah 1 Bible Covenants:The Covenant of Redemption - Eph 4:3-6, ESV.The Adamic Covenant – Gen. 2 and 3The Noahic Covenant – Genesis 9:8-13, E...
Ecclesiastes 6 and 7 - Wisdom at a Cost
Wisdom at a CostEccl. 7 Trade-off #1 – Wise people will mourn more. Trade-off #2 – Wrong decisions will drive wise people crazy.Trade-off #3 – Wise people will ha...
Ecclesiastes 4 and 5 - More Observations from Solomon
More Observations Eccl 4 and 5Four more observations Oppression is a certainty. (4:1-3)Both work and laziness can ruin us. (4:4-6)Relationships are beneficial. (4:7-12)<...
Ecclesiastes 3 - Stick to the Plan
Stick to the PlanEccl 3. The blessings of living for GodGod gives us purpose. (10)What God gives us to do is perfect when done at the right time. (11a)God knows what will las...
Ecclesiastes 1 and 2 - Part 2 - The Search for Purpose
The Search for PurposeEccl. 1:12-2:26 You can find happiness in that new jet ski this summer. But it won't last. You can find happiness in that beach trip, too, but I promise you that joy will evaporate w...
Ecclesiastes 1 and 2 - Part 1 - Introduction
Did you know that according to the ADAA, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 1/5 adults and 1/3 teenagers in our country have an anxiety disorder? I read this on their website. "…the repercussions of depression and anxiety extend...
4 Reactions to the Resurrection
4 Reactions to the ResurrectionMatthew 28:1-15; John 20:24-29, ESV Reactions: Reaction 1: Some accepted and shared the truth. (Matthew 28:8-11)Reaction 2: Some were offered the tr...
He Showed Up!
He showed up!John 12:12-19 He showed up!Jesus shows up even when we have the wrong expectations. (12-13)Jesus shows up to do what the scriptures say. (14-15)Jesus shows up ev...
35 Giving Principles - Part 4
35 Giving Principles - Part 42 Cor. 9:6-15, ESV.Principles 28-35. Our giving amounts are important. (6, 8) Our giving amounts are a personal choice. (7) Our giving ...
35 Giving Principles - Part 3
35 Giving Principles - Part 32 Cor. 8:8-15, ESV. 9 more Giving Principles:19. Our giving proves God's love is in us. (8) 20. Our giving mirrors Jesus. (9) 21. Our giving ben...
35 Giving Principles – Part 2
35 Giving Principles – Part 22 Cor. 8:1-7 Giving Principles 9-18:9. Our giving is cooperative. (1)10. Our giving is generous. (2) 11...
35 Giving Principles - Part 1
35 Giving PrinciplesTaught by Paul to the Corinthians Giving Principles 1-8:Our giving is expected. (1)Our giving is learned. (1)Our giving is routine. (2)Our giving...
The End of the Book
The End of the BookRev. 22 The Maintenance of EternityGod will ensure eternal life. (1-2a)God will restore eternal, diverse nutrition. (2b)God will regulate health. (2c)...
All Things New
All Things NewRev. 21 All things will be new. (1-4, 6b)Heaven and earth will be new. (1)There will be a new capital city. (2)We will have a new life with God. (3)<...
The Millennial Reign and the Judgments
The Millennial Reign and the JudgmentsRevelation 20 The 3 millennial viewsPostmillennialism.AmillennialismPremillennialism Millennial Truths:...
The Marriage Supper and The Return of the King
The Marriage Supper and The Return of the KingRevelation 19 The Five Events of Rev. 19Another Great Worship SceneThe Marriage Supper of the LambA Proof of the system's effect...
The Doom of Babylon
When we read about Babylon the Great, we might picture an actual city. There will probably be a literal centralized place for the world's government in the end times. It may even be called Babylon and sit on the ancient site of Babylon. However...