In this lesson, we review chapters 1-8 of Acts as we return to our study of the book. Main points from this lesson are: Jesus reigns. The restoration of all things has begun. The true temple is spreading across the world in the Gospel.

These two lessons aimed to assist parents in grasping what the self is in order to more clearly aid their child in understanding who they are. We discussed that there are matters essential to our identity with uniquely essential parts of our identity given to us in union with Christ. Beyond the essential matters of identity, there remain “accidenta…

This lesson provides a biblical basis for a discussion of "identity" which prepares for part 2, application of identity questions to parenting.

This lesson discussed the Scriptural directives regarding how parents are to transmit the story of God to their children. Some “best practices” on how to accomplish this were offered regarding education generally and spiritual education according to cognition, affection, and volition. Within the topic of spiritual education, the what, who, when/whe…

The idyllic end of the story is an absolutely essential hope in the parent-child relationship. This ideal is not merely some ethereal, fairy-tale ending; rather, Jesus incarnates and embodies the ideal. At His first coming, He inaugurated the restoration of all things which is first seen in the new nature of Christians. Like all humans, children mu…

These two lessons have attempted to argue that story itself is of principle importance to parenting because story is how we make meaning of the world. Secondary to this then we must be sure that our children are receiving the right story. The story of Christianity offers that the problem of humanity is sin. This sin issue is found both within our c…

Where do children find themselves in the great story?

A good framework allows both a dynamic, flexible, individualized approach while resisting the relativistic notion that there are no universal principles to be applied.

Stephen engages in apologetics for the Christian faith and is falsely accused at trial. No servant is greater than the Master, and all must prepare to suffer in the footsteps of Jesus. Though the world hates the cause of Christ, we must reflect the glory of Christ to them by participating whole-heartedly in the Temple where the Word is proclaimed a…

Acts 6:1-7 with Jake Via

In contrast to the acceptable sacrifice of Barnabas, Ananias and Saphira offer an unacceptable sacrifice by lying to God while attempting boost their image before men. Peter confronts both individuals regarding their sins, seeing that Satan is attempting to disrupt the koinonia of the church. God though Peter guards and keeps His temple pure from h…

The believers in the church are inwardly united at the heart level, internally united in generosity within the body, and externally united in their proclamation of the resurrected Jesus. Their radical community fulfills the OT expectations for Israel’s behavior and establishes a new, true temple while also appealing to the ethical ideals of the Gre…

In the Peter’s portico pronouncement, Peter confronts the audience with the problem of their sin, offers the solution of faith in the person and work in Christ, calls for a repentant response. This results remittance of sins, spiritual refreshment, future restoration, and reading Scripture Christocentrically.…

Luke gives an account of the first healing in the Last Days Temple continuing to fulfill the prophecy spoken of in Joel. Peter heals a lame man in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth showing that Jesus is the one who saves and heals and that Jesus is still reigning from Heaven. The lame man provides a beautiful picture of what the Gospel is and wh…

Luke provides his first summary statement in Acts where he describes the church as faithfully engaging in the Word, the Lord’s Supper, fellowship, prayer, Spirit-movement, crazy generosity, and intense community for the praise of God which attracts more and more people to the power of Jesus on display in His new temple of people.…

In this passage, Peter finishes his sermon by arguing that Jesus, the ascended one, has been enthroned as Lord and Christ. Despite being guilty sinners, there is forgiveness and a lavishing of spiritual gifts to be found in Jesus. Any who would come is welcome, and none will be cast out.

Peter goes on offense in describing the person and work of Jesus. Peter describes Jesus as a fully incarnated man attested to by God’s signs and wonders. Peter describes Jesus as one crucified and killed by God’s sovereign plan and man’s evil will. Peter describes Jesus as the Greater David who overcame the power of death (and the realm of the dead…

Combining the temple backgrounds of Sinai and Babel, Luke reveals that with the coming of the Spirit at Pentecost, the eschatological temple has come down from Heaven. This end times temple is made not of stones but of people. This people forms a new humanity under King Jesus that is unified while maintaining its distinctives to God’s glory. God’s …

From the humble beginnings of a small group which obediently waits the direction of their King, God will build His Kingdom. God is sovereign over everything and victorious over those who oppose Him. He destroys all that oppose His anointed and His Kingdom. Under the providential selection of God, the eleven select Matthais to complete the twelve on…

Christ has sent the Holy Spirit to empower His people to proclaim the Good News throughout the world. Christ’s ascension is the seal of authenticity of his ministry on earth. He is still working in heaven as Prophet, Priest, and King. Just as He went up into heaven, so also, He will return again to judge the living and the dead.…

In the prologue to the book of Acts, Luke portrays it such that Jesus is about to continue acting and teaching after His ascension, through the apostolic foundation. The bodily resurrection and promise of the Spirit indicate that the Kingdom is indeed at hand and will usher forth to the nations from Jerusalem. Everything is on schedule according to…

Galatians 5:1-6, 13-15: The Best People in Life Are Free by Sam Somesan

Galatians 3:1-14: How to Stay a Member of the Family by Sam Somesan

Hear Dr. Nate Meece speak on the role of the mind and intellect in the life of the Christian!

Galatians 2:15-21—You’re Not Enough, but You Are Loved by Sam Somesan

Galatians 1:6-10: Remaining in the Promised Land by Sam Somesan

Listen to Pastor Tony as he concludes our unit on Biblical counseling!

Listen to Jim Fain discuss the differences between Biblical counseling and secular psychology

Hear Pastor Tony deliver an introduction to the principles of Biblical counseling!

Sam Somesan delivers a call for unity within the body

Listen to Justin Williams share about missions and his experiences on the mission field!

Listen to Pastor Tony provide practical evangelism training to begin our Gospel proclamation unit

In this episode, we explore how Christ alters our perspective of what true greatness is.

In this sermon delivered at Landmark Baptist Church, we see how Christ fulfills the Old Testament through 2 Corinthians 1:19-22.

This lesson takes a deeper, biblical-theological look at hospitality based on the pattern of Romans 15.

Pastoral Ministry and Teaching unit lesson 2 with Pastor Jym + a time of worship at the Koinonia x LifePoint kickoff event.

Pastoral Ministry and Teaching Unit Lesson 1

Spiritual Disciplines lesson with Pastor AJ + a time of worship

"Good."

Beloved, Be Diligent

The Kindness and Severity of God Part 2 . . . Why the delay?

The Kindness and Severity of God Part 1: In this episode, we take a brief survey of the Old and New Testament background for the "Day of the Lord" and explore some of its practical implications for the Christian life.

Esse Quam Videri Be real.

During this week, Pastor Tony stopped in to share about the upcoming Columbia evangelism mission trip (!!!) Regarding 2 Peter, we see Peter's description of the false teachers' behavior (part 1).

Peter discusses false teachers who have abandoned the faith. Using various Old Testament examples, Peter highlights the principle that there is certain judgement coming for the wicked and certain salvation coming for the righteous.

In a final act of faithfulness, Peter reminds readers of the Scriptural certainty of Jesus' return as confirmed by Peter's Transfiguration experience.

During this episode, we hear from 2 Peter regarding qualities which characterize the life of a Christian and can subsequently provide assurance of our salvation.

How do we truly know God? In this lesson, Peter shows us that a relationship with God is accomplished by His power that gives us promises which allow us to partake in the divine nature.

In this time, we share our (updated) vision for the future of Koinonia. Thank you for your continued support and love for one another!