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Preaching the law is not necessary for people to understand the gospel.
False
Careful exposition of Scripture connects God's people to the legacy of the past.
True
The contemporary church values the history of the church.
False
Many young, entrepreneurial pastors are well-qualified and called by God.
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A church by definition is any gathering of people who call themselves a church.
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Using contemporary music and language is essential for a church to be relevant.
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Grace Church is a true church according to the New Testament definition.
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The author believes that the historic church is inferior to the contemporary church.
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The author believes that connecting people to the legacy of the past is a scary idea.
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The author wants people to know that what he's saying to them is consistent with the truth that was proclaimed by men of the 21st century.
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The author thinks that it's important to follow contemporary heroes.
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The author thinks that the creeds and hymns are a valuable part of the Christian tradition.
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The author believes that people should only follow the teachings of their current pastor.
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The author mentions John Rogers as a contemporary hero.
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The author thinks that people are strengthened by hearing the stories of great preachers and theologians of the past.
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The author thinks that there is too much emphasis on the past in contemporary Christianity.
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According to the passage, the most dangerous thing to the church is the truth.
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The Fair to Do Bible Exposition adds protection to the church from error.
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The weapons of our warfare are fleshly according to 2 Corinthians 10:3-5.
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Spiritual warfare is about chasing demons.
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The goal of spiritual warfare is to convince people that everybody's done it wrong and you're the guy doing it right.
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Spiritual warfare is about the destruction of spirits.
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The Greek word 'logismos' means spirits.
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The passage suggests that people are set free by error.
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Benny Hinn actually believes he has the power to heal people.
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The author believes that Paul mentions the specific weapon that destroys error in the passage.
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The author is disappointed when people do not compliment him on his sermons.
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The author is emotional and needs constant affirmation.
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The author believes that Satan's strategy is to attack with truth.
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The author believes that a congregation can be fooled by false doctrine no matter how mature they are.
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Expository preaching is only about the preacher's personal opinions.
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The author believes that people are vulnerable to false doctrine because they are not tolerant.
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The author believes that people can easily distinguish between his message and the Word of God.
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The author is confident in his ability to clearly communicate the gospel.
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The author is satisfied with the response of his congregation to his preaching.
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The prayer room on Sunday morning was empty.
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The author believes that his message is more important than the Word of God.
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The author is concerned that people will mistake his voice for the voice of heaven.
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The author thinks that people will not remember his message after he leaves town.
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The author values the prayers of his congregation.
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Study Notes
The Power of the Law and Gospel
- The law's purpose is to destroy, and when not preached, the beauty of grace is forfeited
- The law terrifies and offends the lost and sinful, making them understand their need for grace
The Importance of Exposition of Scripture
- Exposition of Scripture connects God's people to the legacy of the past
- Lack of exposition disconnects people from the history of the church and makes them indifferent to it
- Contemporary churches often mock the historic church and its traditions
- Exposition of Scripture provides a sense of belonging to something bigger than the current moment
- It also provides confidence and assurance in the truth proclaimed by faithful men throughout history
The Dangers of Contemporary Culture-Driven Ministries
- These ministries often led by uncalled and unqualified individuals who reproduce a weekend event rather than a church
- They isolate people from the past and its great preachers, theologians, and martyrs
- They focus on the immediate moment of the culture, neglecting the historic Christian tradition
- They often have disdain for the past and its heroes, leading to a lack of assurance and confidence in the faith
The Importance of Historical Heroes
- Heroes like John Calvin and Martin Luther are essential for the next generation
- They provide a sense of continuity and connection to the historic Christian tradition
- They inspire people to follow in their footsteps and anchor themselves to something greater than the contemporary culture
- They provide a sense of assurance and confidence in the faith
The Dangers of Error and Deception
- Error and deception are prevalent in the world and can lead people astray
- The only way to defend against error is with the truth of the Word of God
- The goal of spiritual warfare is to destroy fortresses of error and bring every thought captive to Christ
- Error is pervasive and ubiquitous, and only the truth can set people free
The Importance of Expository Preaching
- Expository preaching assures people that they have heard from heaven
- It provides a sense of connection to the divine and separates the preacher from the message
- It focuses on the Word of God rather than the preacher's own opinions or ideas
- It provides a sense of confidence and assurance in the faith, making people less vulnerable to error and deception.
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Description
A sermon highlighting the significance of preaching the law and carefully expounding Scripture to understand the gospel and appreciate God's grace.
