The "older brother" in the story of the Prodigal Son exposes the motivation behind the service of many people. Dr. Martin exposes the truth that the only biblical motivation for doing anything is the love of God. Using the older brother's story, Christians can examine their lives to determine if they are merely complying with arbitrary standards or are motivated by Christ's love.
Liberation from the Unnecessary Standard
Luke 15:25-32
July 11, 2021 • Dr. Joe Martin
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Honoring the Spirit of the Sabbath
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The Lord blessed and sanctified the seventh day in creation to get us to stop and remember that he is the Creator. Today, we will see the importance of God’s prescription of the Sabbath and the value of honoring the spirit of the Sabbath as New Testament believers.
Making Time for God
November 19, 2023 • Dr. Joe Martin • Exodus 20:8–11
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The Service of the Lord's Supper
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