Thursday July 25, 2024Idea: God's reward of the conditioned heart in time is a guarantee of rewards in eternity and the Lord wants us to seek them. Mat 6:1-18 Worshiping God in proper spiritual disciplines will be rewarded in time and eternity. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3034…

Wednesday July 24, 2024In Mat 6:1, Jesus is referring to the reward for proper worship of God. Forms of worship that are "doing" things. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3033Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday July 23, 2024Intro: In present-day usage a reward is a gift given in recognition for some service rendered, either good or evil. The biblical usage is quite varied, including bribery, punishment, gift giving, and incentive for service. It includes the petty things that people seek and get (Mat 6:5) and the retribution to the wicked in the f…

Sunday July 21,2024Introduction: The apostles had to overcome the temptation to fall into manner of the hupokrites (the actors), for the Greeks were used to it, admired it, and it did grab their attention. They mocked those who lacked good delivery. Paul would have none of it. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=303…

Thursday July 18, 2024Idea: The love of God expressed in you is not for the reason of turning your enemy into a friend, nor even for the salvation of others, but for the glory of God....for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3030Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday July 17, 2024Idea: Faith and obedience are increased through various trials which God allows with the result that we love all others and worship God. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3029Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday July 16, 2024Idea: Fulfilling the command to be perfect like God requires trust and complete obedience, and God tells us just how He is going to accomplish these in us. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3028Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday July 14, 20243+1 is a literary pattern found in significant places. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3027Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday July 11, 2024. Love your neighbor as yourself, for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3026Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday July 10, 2024Introduction: We have to die to self. What does that mean? for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3025Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday July 9, 2024Introduction: Laws of the land are necessary for society and the Christian is commanded by God to obey them. The OT law is legislation to control excesses - anger,...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3024Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday July 7, 2024Idea: The Christian is to extend God's love to all people (evil and good) and to leave all judgment to God. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3023Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday June 30, 2024Idea: God has made kingdom citizens in the self-centered old world to reveal King and kingdom by the King's way of selflessness. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3022Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday June 27, 2024Idea: Jesus removes vows so that our hearts will be so true so as to have no need of crutches. Introduction:for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3021Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday June 26, 2024Mat 5:31-32Marriage is a gift from God so that man could experience covenant...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3020Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday June 25, 2024Idea: Christ interprets the law in a way that shows us our need for circumcision of our hearts - the removal of sin. Intro: Samuel was sent to the house of Jesse to anoint...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3019Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday June 23, 2024Introduction: Can we imagine that in the commandment "You shall not commit adultery," is the solution to all human problems. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3018Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday, June 20, 2024Introduction. Wisdom is a gift from God. Wisdom only comes through an understanding of the Lord Jesus Christ....for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3017Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday June 19th 2024Augustine [Imperfect pastor, Know It All, p. 103]"Anyone who thinks that he has understood the...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3016Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday June 18, 2024Idea: Everything the believer does is to come from the core of his heart based on his true character. Intro:...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3015Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday June 16th, 2024Introduction: God's plans are for the mundane, quiet life.Jer 29:11 - learn how to live with one another in...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3014Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday June 13, 2024Mat 5:20Though a small minority, the Pharisees and Scribes were the paragons of spirituality and virtue in Israel. They had enormous influence on the thinking of the people....for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3013Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday June 12, 2024Open: The difference in a life between hoping something will be completed and one in which the great task is finished. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3012Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday June 11, 2024Idea: Christ gave the church commissions which focus entirely on people inside and outside the church. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3011Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday June 9, 2024Communion: King and kingdom were to come - Israel knew. Psa 89:3-4; Psa 2:7-9; 110:1-3.for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3010Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday June 2, 2024Idea: The humanity of Christ had to fulfill the type of the King who the prophets saw in His greatness as preeminent to all else. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3009Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday May 30, 2024Idea: Jesus' fulfillment of the law on the cross fulfilled all ceremonial law and, for believers, all moral law by the Holy Spirit. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3008Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday May 29, 2024Idea: Apart from its rituals, the Hebrew Bible is our guiding law. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3007Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday May 28, 2024Idea: Christ fulfilled the entire Old Testament by which He has made us righteous in person and upright in practice. Mat...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3006Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday May 26, 2024Idea: The Old Testament is not annulled, but through Christ it is more alive in our hearts than ever. Mat 5:17-20for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3005Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday May 23, 2024Idea: The pure heart illumes Christ openly, genuinely and demands courage. Luk...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3004Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday May 22, 2024Idea: The light of the world shines on the problem and the solution for people, no matter what it costs. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3003Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday May 19, 2024Mat 5:14-16. Idea: Light shining that overcomes darkness have been the purpose of God for mankind from the beginning....for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3002Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday May 16, 2024Idea: The light of the world is us shining Christ in the domains of darkness.for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3001Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday May 15th 2024Idea: Being the light of the world means that you are the same source of the divine revelation as Jesus was. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3000Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday May 14, 2024Idea: Using the image of salt, Jesus creates His heavenly community on earth. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2999Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday May 12th 2024Idea: The salt of the earth is a Christian who makes real, personal connections based upon God's covenant love. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2998Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday May 9, 2024Idea: The believer must resolve to rejoice and be happy, adjusting his heart accordingly, because Christ demands it. Mat 5:10-12, Christ commands us to...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2997Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

May 8th, 2024Idea: If the Christ-life in you is reproached for His sake, then you are blessed and rewarded. Mat 5:10-12....for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2996Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday May 7, 2024Idea: People persecute those who differ and Satan inflames their proud jealousy. The Greek word translated "persecute" is applied to us, but not in its negative definition. It is like the...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2995Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday May 5, 2024We read, "Blessed are the peacemakers ..." and then "blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake." These lines are a precise description of the sinful world. People are at war, you call them together in the peace of Christ, and they in turn, turn their weapons on you. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.p…

Thursday May 2, 2024Idea: To be called the son of God means that you have the characteristics of your Father. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2993Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday May 1, 2024Idea: Making peace is to purposely initiate, which is called reconciliation.The making of peace is...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2992Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday April 30, 2024Idea: Biblical peace is the harmony, well-being, and wholeness of people together. Mat 5:9for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2991Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Sunday April 28, 2024Idea: In many circles, you can make the environment of the kingdom of Messiah: wholeness, well-being, satisfaction, peace, and...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2990Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday April 25, 2024Idea: God promises His eternal presence in a way that makes you seek it in time. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2989Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Wednesday April 24, 2024Review. The good man out of his good treasure brings forth good (Luk 6:45)....for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2988Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Tuesday April 23, 2024Idea: The Christian heart must be clean of ideas that allow living outside God's will without feeling conviction. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2987Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

April 21, 2024Idea: Taking a sober look at what you treasure will show you the invisible center of your being. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2986Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue

Thursday April 18, 2024Mat 5:8"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see...for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=2985Oleh Pastor Joe Sugrue