Pastor Scott's Study Notes

“The Church’s Reason for Being” Study Notes VF-...

The Bible provides a record of the genesis of the spread of the gospel. The disciples proclaim...

The Bible provides a record of the genesis of the spread of the gospel. The disciples proclaimed the message of the gospel first to Jerusalem, then to Judaea and Samaria, and then to the world. Those who heard the gospel went back to their homelands and shared what they had learned. The purpose of the church in that day was to spread the message of the gospel and make learners, and that purpose remains the same today. “The Church’s Reason for Being” Study Notes VF-2270 Some Materials Refe...

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“Unseen Powers: Two Forces at Work” Study Notes...

There are many references to angels through the Scriptures. The elect, un-fallen angels that r...

There are many references to angels through the Scriptures. The elect, un-fallen angels that remain holy and dedicated to God carry out His will. As God’s representatives, these angels deliver messages and give guidance and help to humans. The evil, fallen angels report to “the god of this world,” Satan, and bring twisted messages designed to derail us from the path of faith. It is important to recognize the reality of these two forces at work, and to put on the whole armor of God to defen...

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“The Point and Purpose of Angels” Study Notes V...

As background to the teaching Paul had to do to counter the false doctrine of angel worship, w...

As background to the teaching Paul had to do to counter the false doctrine of angel worship, we can look to the Scriptures to make sure we understand the nature and role of angels. There are different categories of sometimes seen and sometimes unseen created beings who carry out assignments from God. Ultimately, whether they are good or evil angels, we are not to worship them: we are to be followers of Christ. “The Point and Purpose of Angels” Study Notes VF-2267 Some Materials Referenced...

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“God Has a Plan for His Creation” Study Notes V...

By using the original Greek text of Colossians 1:16, we see that Christ is the basis for creat...

By using the original Greek text of Colossians 1:16, we see that Christ is the basis for creation, He was the instrument of creation, and He created it for Himself. The purpose of creation goes back to Him. Since He was the Creator, He could not have been created, which puts Him above all angels. We are part of the creation, and God’s plan for us is to praise Him. This Study Note is followed by a Study Handout primarily on the use of prepositions in New Testament Greek. “God Has a Plan fo...

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