Pastor Gary Freel is Senior Pastor at Grace Bible Church of Fresno and sits on the board of the Fundamental Evangelistic Association.
of Fresno, California
Sermons by Pastor Gary Freel (Page 2)
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 12) / Instruction is given regarding those who are strong in the faith (mature), on how to treat those who are weak in the faith, preferentially and respectfully.
Christ’s death is most often addressed as the essential component of the Gospel message. However, equally imperative is His bodily resurrection. Without the Resurrection of our Lord, we do not have the Gospel! The Gospel is both the Death of Christ as payment of our sins, and His Resurrection, proof positive that payment was accepted!
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 12) / Paul’s counsel, during a specific time of distress, is for those who desire to serve the Lord to put off marriage, temporarily, as the “time is short,” and the task is difficult enough without additional temporal concerns of a spouse and family.
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt 11) / The importance and permanence of the marriage relationship a matter to be considered and taken very seriously, in such a cavalier and decadent society.
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 10) / Christ has redeemed each believer, body and soul. Therefore, each believer should conduct his/her life body and soul in light of this truth, because we are not our own!
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 8) / Rather than removing wicked immorality from their midst, the church at Corinth did not simply tolerate it, but they were found boasting about its presence within their fellowship. This wickedness had a serious leavening influence in the church body, that required disciplinary action on their part.
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 7) / The requirement for Biblical ministry (service) is no success or popularity, but simply faithfulness! This will be determined only by Christ when He returns!
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century / A Christian ministry must be build upon only Christ as the foundation, and utilize the materials that will withstand His evaluation, those He deems worthy of His building!
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt 5) / Consuming the “meat” of God’s Word is vital to the growth and stability of the NT Church
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 4) / Paul’s role in revealing God’s “mystery” for this age is on display through the Scripture with which He was entrusted.
/ Baptism is an important step of obedience for the believer in Christ. It proclaims a message, bears witness of Christ’s work of salvation, and serves as an opportunity to present the gospel of Christ.
Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 3) / Paul’s proclamation was clear, concise, and consistent focusing on the message of the Gospel of God that saves sinners and sanctifies His saints
Carefully Considering the Church of Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 2) / The Gospel is a demonstration of the great wisdom of God and the power of God to save sinners, yet man regards it as foolish, a stumbling block to man’s pride.
Carefully Considering the Church in Corinth in the 21st Century (pt. 1) / An Examination of the founding of the Church in Corinth, and a survey of some of the problems Paul had to address in this first letter to the saints of God.
An examination of the meaning and importance of believer’s immersion.
An examination of the “ordinance” of the Lord’s Supper/Communion
The Virgin Birth of our Lord is not simply sustainable, based on this text, but firmly established. Some 700 years before the Lord’s Birth, Isaiah proclaimed how God would bring it about as a sign to David’s line that He would never forsake His promises!
The Virgin Birth of our Lord Jesus Christ is a core doctrine of Christianity. It stands as an undeniable truth for believers now as it has throughout history.
From Gen. 3:15 through Gen.12:1-3, and continuing through the OT text, God promised a Redeemer from sin. There was only one who met those credentials, Jesus of Nazareth (Matt. 1:16-23).
The Gospel of Mark (pt. 24) / The last chapter of Mark’s Gospel contributes 3 very important truths to His account of Christ’s life: it verifies the resurrection, it provides further information on the Great Commission, and establishes apostolic authority and credentials.
The gratitude and appreciation believers in Christ have must continually be within us and externally flowing from us
The Gospel of Mark (pt. 23) / After enduring illegal and unjust trials, Christ is placed on a cross, bearing the sin of the world, subsequently dying to pay the penalty for sin. Being dead He is placed in a tomb, as witnessed by numerous people.
The Gospel of Mark (pt. 18) / Jesus’ teaching concerning the final 3 1/2 years of the future Tribulation, also known as the Time of Jacob’s trouble, or the Great Tribulation.
The Gospel of Mark (pt. 18) / In response to two questions, Christ outlines what the future will be for Israel after His death and resurrection, until His return.
The need of churches which embrace and proclaim the Gospel of Grace is the only remedy to the desperate situation faced by this present age in which we live.