TITLE: One Generation
Away
TEXT:
Philippians 1:27-30
PROPOSITION:
We must teach each new
generation the doctrines we hold.
QUESTION:
Which?
KEY WORD:
Doctrines
SCRIPTURE READING:
Same
INTRODUCTION:
The future of the church is always in doubt.
Some look at the digression changes and shifts fear the end is near
Others say The church is forever
Daniel 2:44 it shall stand forever
Matthew 16:18 Gates of Hades shall not prevail against it
There are some basic teachings that we must continually teach to each generation of believers
Exists Hebrews 11:6 must believe that He is (exists)
Eternal Psalm 90:1 from everlasting to everlasting
ALL powerful, knowing, wise, present
Son of God John 3:16
Virgin birth Isaiah 7:14
Miracles
D B R 1 Corinthians 15:1-3
Inspired 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Word of God
Authority John 12:48 will judge you in the last day
One church not many
Not a denomination not part of something larger
Autonomy elders and deacons
First day of week 1 Corinthians 16:1-2
Singing not instrumental music Colossians 3:16
Prayer 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Lords Supper weekly Acts 20:7
Giving as prospered 2 Corinthians 9:7
Faith John 8:24
Repentance Acts 17:30
Confession Romans 10:9-10
Baptism Mark 16:16