Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. Mark 14:38 Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ. Colossians 2:8 Walking the Judeo Christian path we become aware of many obstacles and potholes that we must navigate around. There are deep ditches on either side of this straight path to eternal life, and God cautions us about avoiding pitfalls that could waylay us and keep us from reaching our destination. Don’t Rationalize a False Faith Divided Loyalties Jesus and the Pharisees Stress Survivor Disconnected
February 12th, 2012
Marriage: It’s not Easy (part 1)
Comments Off on Marriage: It’s not Easy (part 1), Sermons and Media, Videos, by COG Webcast.For all the doomsdayers who speak about the decline of marriage the statistics present an alternate reality. Jeff Patton talks about our yearning for the “good marriage” as it collides with the conditions that hinder us in achieving our “happily-ever-after.” Marriage is not easy, and this is why!
January 22nd, 2012
Everlasting Covenant – Refreshed Part 7
1 Comment, Sermons and Media, Videos, by COG Webcast.View the video on Minds Traditional Christianity has become ineffectual in part due to a replacement theology that fails to grasp the nature and purpose of the Everlasting Covenant. Jeff Patton wraps up this series on the covenant with an inspiring study of God’s objectives in the covenant relationship as applied to individuals and nation. He demonstrates how the covenant was refreshed or renewed through Christ’s death and the changes that ensued as a result of this ultimate sacrifice. Would it surprise you to know that: The covenant was not a contract The “Old” covenant was not “done away” Christ did not abolish the law, the covenant The covenant was not a “marriage” The covenant is everlasting Learn more about the Covenants of God
January 2nd, 2012
Promises and Conditions – The Everlasting Covenant 6
Comments Off on Promises and Conditions – The Everlasting Covenant 6, Sermons and Media, Videos, by COG Webcast.View the video on Minds What’s a parent to do? God (Yahweh Elohim), as a father to the nation of Israel, provided guidelines to direct all the aspects of national life in the form of commandments, statutes, and judgments – elements of the everlasting covenant. Jeff Patton expounds God’s purpose and the nature of these instructions and the logical and natural consequences that flowed from these teachings as experienced by the nation and recounted by the prophets. Would it surprise you to know that: The covenant was not a contract The “Old” covenant was not “done away” Christ did not abolish the law, the covenant The covenant was not a “marriage” The covenant is everlasting Learn more about God’s Covenants
This week the European Union is having to make some critical choices. So far 26 of 27 European nations have been willing to trade sovereignty for economic security. The bible has some prophetic statements about choosing who will rule and the implications of those choices. Jeff Patton brings to light the dilemma every follower of Christ must come to grips with when it comes to the question of “Who will be King?” He cautions religious people to remember that prophecy is not a “spectator sport.”
November 26th, 2011
Called to be saved – The Covenant 2
Comments Off on Called to be saved – The Covenant 2, Sermons and Media, Videos, by COG Webcast.View on Minds Is an understanding of the everlasting covenant mere esoteric knowledge, or a minor twig of understanding on the tree of life? Jeff explores the scriptures and explains how the covenant relates to our understanding of salvation and our relationship with Christ. Would it surprise you to know that: The covenant was not a contract The “Old” covenant was not “done away” Christ did not abolish the law, the covenant The covenant was not a “marriage” The covenant is everlasting Learn More about God’s Covenants: Or view on Youtube 32720355