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We believe that there is such a thing as absolute truth. We also believe that the very concept of absolute truth is under attack. Truth Matters is a series of teachings in which we will examine the existence of truth, seek to discover what truth is, and learn what it means to walk in the light of truth.
Introduction As we enter the 21st century, the concept of truth is more and more under attack. Douglass Grothius states clearly in his book, Truth Decay, that “Truth Decay is the cultural condition in which the very idea of an absolute, objective and universal truth is considered implausible, held in open contempt or not even seriously considered.” In this introductory teaching, Dan Gallagher uses practical examples to powerfully communicate our need to explore both the role of truth and the impact of error in our everyday lives. Dan sets forth an overview of this teachings series and begins with the foundational need to be a truth seeker.
Part One: Truth Seekers This teaching, Truth Seekers, explores in detail what it means to be a truth seeker, the value of truth, the price one must be willing to pay for truth, and the qualities that are common to all truth seekers. The listener will also thrill to learn how available it is to find and know the truth, and discover the relationship between wisdom and truth. The study concludes with a few examples of genuine truth seekers and why truth appears to be hidden, yet easy to find. |
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This teaching focuses on Hezekiah’s godly character and highlights principles he exemplified that made him one of the greatest kings Judah ever had. We too can learn and practice those principles in our lives. By John Schoenheit. |
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In this teaching, Dan Gallagher explores the consequences of unforgiveness, and some biblical records of forgiveness. He also considers what genuine forgiveness is, what it is not, and takes a detailed look at the process of forgiveness. The teaching concludes by answering some frequently asked questions about forgiveness. It will help any Christian who desires to walk in the footsteps of their Lord. |
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Who among us is not thankful to know that he or she is saved, and glad to forever be a part of life in a world that will be far, far better than this life. The second great commandment Jesus Christ gave is to love your neighbor as you love yourself, and there are few things as loving as helping an unsaved person make a decision to be saved and live forever. This teaching focuses on evangelism, that is, telling others about Jesus Christ. It shows from Scripture that God tells Christians to evangelize, shares some ways to do so, and emphasizes that evangelism is an act of love that flows out of a heart of compassion. By John Schoenheit. |
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God
tells us that we are to use the gifts of grace we have received from
Him to serve one another (1 Pet. 4:10). In this teaching, Dan Gallagher
explores the concept of a community of grace, that is, a community
where there is great favor, excessive kindness, and goodwill toward
others. He identifies five steps we must take to become people of
grace who can thus make up a community of grace. We trust you will
find it inspiring, and possibly even self-convicting, as Dan explores
the five steps of tying the tongue, controlling our thoughts (specifically
toward others), practicing forgiveness, pursuing humility, and living
love. God tells us that we are not to receive His grace in vain (2
Cor. 6:1), and this teaching will give you practical steps toward
becoming a person of grace. |
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Even a casual reading of the Old Testament indicates that God did not seem very accessible to the believers living then. This became very clear once the Tabernacle was built in the weeks after the Israelites’ exodus from Egypt. Although it gave people a place to worship God, it also clearly kept them apart from Him. High curtains separated the people even from the courtyard where offerings were burned to God. Only the High Priest could enter the Holy of Holies, where God dwelled between the cherubim, and even he got to go in only one day a year.
He took so much incense that even if the place was well lighted (which it certainly was not) he could not see anything anyway. When the Israelites did come to God, they were to bring an offering, which the Hebrew text of Leviticus calls “an approach offering.” One of the great works of Jesus Christ was to remove all the distance between God and the people and give each believer welcome access into the very presence of God. This teaching goes into some detail on the setup and operation of the Tabernacle, explains the offerings in Leviticus, and then expounds important verses in the book of Hebrews that pertain to the work of Christ |
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