From: HOLDING FAST http://www.holdingfast.net We find over 25 things which every believer has In Christ.(Video -- 35 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Nov 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=223300&view=post&blogid=9472 Sat, 16 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Greetings among brethren are affectionate, since they have found peace in Christ. (Video -- 35 mins; plus Study - 1 pg; Nov 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=221409&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Receiving a greeting from saints in Babylon has several implications. How can faithful people operate in a pagan land?(Video -- 62 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; Nov 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=221408&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 8 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0400 What does it mean to stand in the true grace of God?(Video -- 48 mins; plus Study - xx pgs; Nov 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=221407&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 1 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0400 We take a look at the history behind Silvanus and Marcus, two unsung heroes of the New Testament.(Video -- 65 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; Oct 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=221406&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Affliction does a work in us - it teaches us to glorify God.(Video -- 56 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Oct 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=221405&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter provides four clear goals to Christian suffering, all of which make sense.(Video -- 66 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Oct 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=219300&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 11 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 God has given His sheep some nuclear-strength protection against a foe we could not conquer on our own.(Video -- 62 mins; plus Study -- 4 pgs; Oct 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=220529&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 4 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter gives us fascinating insight into seven aspects of our adversary the devil: his role, name, voice, likeness, approach, aim and goal.(Video -- 56 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Sep 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=217016&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 When the Lord's hand is heavy upon a believer, they're tempted towards wrong feelings. Peter shows us the path to release and success in times of difficulty.(Video -- 50 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Sept 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=219299&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 13 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 The man in the pew has duties to the man in the pulpit, as well as to others. He's got to have the right clothing.(Video -- 63 mins; plus Study - 5 pgs; Sep 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=217015&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 6 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 What would possibly motivate a man to serve as an elder (Pastor) when the job is so rough? How about a righteous crown of eternal life!(Video -- 57 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; Aug 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=218987&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 30 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 We cover several clear teachings on how elders should view themselves, so they set the right example to the flock. Sadly few will actually do this.(Video -- 59 mins; plus Study -- 3 pgs; Aug 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=217389&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter covers a second aspect on how to faithfully select and discharge the office of elder. (Video -- 52 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Aug 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=218070&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 After spending four chapters encouraging the man in the pew to endure suffering, he now addresses the pulpit. (Video -- 56 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; Aug 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=217014&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 9 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter concludes his oft-repeated concerns for how a Christian is to suffer in a God-glorifying way.(Video -- 63 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Aug 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=217013&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 2 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Christians must realize that sufferings in the name of Jesus are shared with the Savior, Who is with them, and thus join that great company of saints gone before.(Video -- 66 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; July 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=214544&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 26 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400 We learn much about the key requirement for a gospel steward, and how to best administer the two key categories of gifts given: speaking and service.(Video -- 66 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; July 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=214543&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 19 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Many have unfortunately separated the word 'charity' from 'love', or collapsed them into the same mushy meaning. We discover charity's cover effect with examples.(Video -- 64 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; July 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=216200&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 12 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400 The Judgment Throne of God has three important protocols which shall be followed by all who successfully enter heaven. Do you know what they are?(Video -- 60 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Jun 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=215577&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 28 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter gives pretty clear reasons to preach. This will set the tone for the gospel, which frankly isn't commonly preached at all.(Video -- 56 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Jun 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=214542&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 21 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter tells us that repentance from the past life is necessary, and may get you into some hot water with old associates.(Video -- 48 mins; plus Study - 3 pgs; Jun 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=214541&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 14 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 When people are told in advance that there's hard times to come, those who mentally prepare for it will survive the best, and very likely grow stronger through it.(Video - 62 mins; plus Study - 2 pgs; May 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=212756&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 7 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Peter writes that "baptism saves us ... by the resurrection of Jesus Christ." How does that actually work out?(Video -- 57 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; May 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=212755&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 31 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Some oddball religions seem to think this passage speaks of Christ evangelizing in the netherworld, but a closer look at the entire context shows otherwise.(Video -- 61 mins; plus Study - 4 pgs; May 2019) http://www.holdingfast.net/apps/articles/?articleid=212754&view=post&blogid=9472 Fri, 24 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400