"reconciliation" Tagged Sermons
The Sanctuary – Part 3 – Is Love Enough? – Atonement in the Sanctuary
In the history of the Christian church the doctrine of the atonement has developed along two distinct lines, designated by the words “subjective” and “objective”. Often these two aspects seem to be at odds with one another. The subjective aspect affirms that the atonement exercises primarily a moral influence on man, for the sinners benefit. Those holding this view teach that the purpose of the atonement was to secure the right response from the sinner, that God acted in and through…
Restoring Fellowship with God
We’ve heard that Jesus loves us and has called us friend (Jn 15:15a). In this message I explore the idea further. Why did God originally create man? What is the end goal of man’s salvation? Is the plan to take us back to the original relationship that was in the Garden of Eden? The Apostle Paul speaks of reconciliation between God and man. In 2 Corinthians 5:20 Paul says, “God has reconciled Himself to man, now man must reconcile himself…
Reconciliation – Are You Brave Enough?
At the start of a New Year, we all tend to start purging unhealthy things from our lives: unhealthy foods; bad habits; clutter; sometimes even toxic people or relationships. But have you ever wondered how reconciliation comes into play in our relationships? When should we reconcile? How do we reconcile? What is God’s plan for reconciliation in our earthly relationships? Join us as we unpack these questions and search the Bible for guidance. Scripture: Matthew 5:23-24; Genesis 33:4; Genesis 45:4-8;…