Topics: Follow Jesus, Carry Your Cross, Deny Yourself, The Comforter, Disciples, John 13, John 14, Matthew 16, Luke 14, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Ephesians 5:1, Walk in Love, 1 Peter 2:21, Endure Hardship If you want a deeper look at this topic, here's a free chapter from one of my books! https://mattmcmillenministries.com/deny-myself-take-up-my-cross-and-follow ... Show More
Jun 14
James Explained: The Battle of Paul vs. James (6-14-26)
Topics: Faith without Works, James Explained, Paul vs. James, Law and Grace, Rightly Dividing Scripture, New Covenant Context, Judaism vs. Grace, Acts 15 Jerusalem Council, Acts 21 Nazarite Vow, Gospel of Grace, Works of the Law, Justification by Faith, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3: ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 7
James Explained: Faith Without Works Is Dead (6-7-26)
Topics: Explanation of Epistle of James, James 2:14-26, James 2:14 and Faith Without Works Is Dead, Why Faith Alone Cannot Save According to James, The Historical Error of Justification Before Men, Even the Demons Believe, Misinterpreting the Dead Body Metaphor in James 2:26, Abr ... Show More
1h 53m
May 24
Why Christians Are Completely Righteous (5-24-26)
Topics: Definition of Righteousness and Justification, Right Standing with God, How Understanding Your Righteousness Instantly Improves Your Quality of Life, Understanding True Righteousness in 2 Corinthians 5:21, The Illusion of Attaining Righteousness via the Law, Historical Ex ... Show More
1h 14m
Dec 2021
Teaching | The Cross: Self-Denial in an Age of Self-Fulfillment | Practicing the Way Vision Series E09
<p><em>In Luke 9:23, Jesus tells His disciples "if anyone wishes to come follow Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me." In this episode, John Mark unpacks this Scripture, telling us that the cost of discipleship is to die to ourselves every d ... Show More
49m 19s
Jan 2022
Teaching | Hurry: The Great Enemy of Spiritual Life | Practicing the Way Vision Series E10
<p><em>"If you want to experience the life of Jesus, you have to adopt the lifestyle of Jesus."</em></p><p><em>In Matthew 11v28-30, Jesus offers a new yoke to his disciples. In this message, John Mark breaks down what it means to pick up the yoke of Jesus and adopt His li ... Show More
48m 58s
Nov 2024
S3: 1 John 2: Walk Just As Jesus Walked
<p dir="ltr">What does it mean to behold Christ? Together, we are studying the New Testament, one chapter at a time, and answering this very question. Join us as we dive deep into details of the New Testament and behold Jesus as the centerpiece of God’s sovereign plan of redempti ... Show More
8m 2s
Nov 2024
Put On Jesus (Romans 13:11-14)
<p>In this episode of the <strong>Cedars Church Podcast</strong>, we look at
<strong>Romans 13:11-14</strong>, where <strong>Pastor Lyall</strong> shares how we can put on Jesus in our walk in Christian resistance in times of troubles.</p>
<p>Through this message, we’re encourag ... Show More
17m 19s
Oct 2022
John 1: Who Is Jesus And Why Was He Here?
<p>In this episode, we focus on John 1. The first chapter of John begins with a clear, expressive description of Jesus as identical to God the Father. It then segues to the ministry of John the Baptist, and the local religious leaders who questioned him. By the end of the chapter ... Show More
27m 40s