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Beacon of Hope

Beacon of Hope

By Phillip Manning

Clear Scriptural teaching from the heart of a seasoned Pastor. Beacon of Hope is designed to give us instruction, assurance and hope from the one never changing source: God’s Holy Word!
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Beacon of HopeJan 27, 2022

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What is Prayer - Brother Andrew Syfert

What is Prayer - Brother Andrew Syfert

A clear Bible message on the need and power of prayer in the believer’s life.
Mar 28, 202457:52
Realities of the Resurrection - Daily Realities of Resurrection Living

Realities of the Resurrection - Daily Realities of Resurrection Living

In dying to the old self. To the bondage of impulse and indulgence. We may rise to the freedom of serving Jesus Christ.
Mar 24, 202436:30
The Unchanging Plan of God

The Unchanging Plan of God

Because of who He is, there are certain things which our all powerful God can and will do. These unchangeable truths are introduced in Exodus chapter 6.
Mar 24, 202448:04
The Hidden and The Revealed

The Hidden and The Revealed

Many unneeded struggles and much unnecessary strife comes from us trying to pry into that which is hidden while we neglect that which is revealed.
Mar 21, 202452:34
What was the “It” Which was Finished?

What was the “It” Which was Finished?

Choice truths rejoicing in what Jesus accomplished on the cross!
Mar 18, 202442:41
Elements of Stewardship - Training Ourselves to be Stewards

Elements of Stewardship - Training Ourselves to be Stewards

Living as stewards requires more than just a single choice but rather learning to think, give account and live as a steward.
Mar 17, 202453:49
Realities of the Resurrection - The Doctrine of the Resurrection

Realities of the Resurrection - The Doctrine of the Resurrection

This second message of the series draws our attention to the indispensable doctrine of the resurrection.
Mar 14, 202446:18
Leadership Changes God Does Not

Leadership Changes God Does Not

The source of courage for Joshua and the source of power for Moses sprang from obedience to the purposes of God who does not change!
Mar 10, 202437:20
Realities of the Resurrection - Details of the Resurrection

Realities of the Resurrection - Details of the Resurrection

Understanding some of the factual historical details of the resurrection of Jesus Christ will strengthen the faith of any believer.
Mar 10, 202454:07
Elements of Stewardship - The Essence and Scope of Stewardship

Elements of Stewardship - The Essence and Scope of Stewardship

Biblical stewardship touches every area of the yielded Christian life. The life of Joseph supplies very vivid examples of this truth!
Mar 07, 202454:13
When Saul Met Jesus

When Saul Met Jesus

One of the most well known conversion experiences in the Bible has several lessons from which any believer can be benefited.
Mar 04, 202441:31
Because He Lives

Because He Lives

Our living faith is firmly established in our living Saviour!
Mar 03, 202437:22
The Cry of Wisdom

The Cry of Wisdom

Wisdom’s voice cries to be heard in the pivotal points of life.
Feb 29, 202450:00
He is Coming Again

He is Coming Again

The second coming of Jesus Christ is an established fact with far reaching as well as personal implications.
Feb 26, 202441:14
The Moment and The Process.

The Moment and The Process.

The specific time of salvation is a moment. Learning to live for Jesus is a process. Solid Biblical doctrine and living requires understanding the specific details of each of these and their place in Christian living.
Feb 25, 202445:20
At All Times

At All Times

Psalm 62:8 - “Trust in Him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before Him: God is a refuge for us. Selah”
Feb 22, 202442:37
Lessons in Learning

Lessons in Learning

Being life long learners is part of effectively living our life for the Lord!
Feb 19, 202450:52
Pastoral Care

Pastoral Care

A chapter which has such interesting and attention arresting phrases as “muzzle not the ox” and “robbing other churches” has a lot to teach the church about taking care of God’s servants.
Feb 18, 202453:22
A Broader View of Lifting Him Up

A Broader View of Lifting Him Up

A practical Bible message that will help you to fulfill the imperative of “Lifting Up Jesus” both at home and abroad.
Feb 15, 202441:17
Bible Salvation is Eternal Salvation

Bible Salvation is Eternal Salvation

The title says it all!
Feb 12, 202439:08
Good News for God’s Church

Good News for God’s Church

Jesus originated and loves His church.There are many Divine and blessed promises given to it by Him.
Feb 11, 202444:38
Again, No More Forever

Again, No More Forever

God’s deliverance of the children of Israel from Egypt was not just a geographical deliverance. It was God setting His children free from the power of the oppressor.
Feb 08, 202435:49
The Truth and Folly of Forgiveness

The Truth and Folly of Forgiveness

There is a reserve of forgiveness and a function of forgiveness. God wants us to know Scripturally how to do both.
Feb 05, 202455:06
How to Know that You Know Jesus

How to Know that You Know Jesus

Jesus’ description of Himself in John 14 allows us to “examine” ourselves whether we be in the faith.
Feb 04, 202442:13
Righteousness - The Key to Understanding

Righteousness - The Key to Understanding

God’s judgment is a reality. How we prepare for and respond to it is determined by the condition of our heart toward God.
Feb 01, 202454:25
Run to the Tower

Run to the Tower

Proverbs 18:10 and a stirring account from the 1900 Galveston hurricane combine to give us a strong exhortation to “run to the Tower”.
Jan 29, 202430:55
If You Want Wisdom

If You Want Wisdom

Four Biblical items that enable a child of God to have the wisdom of God.
Jan 28, 202445:20
The Man Christ Jesus

The Man Christ Jesus

God becoming man is essential to the salvation He secured for us in His own blood.
Jan 25, 202440:02
And Shall Be In You

And Shall Be In You

Faith that is truly Biblical faith cannot be merely superficial. It is Christ IN us that is the “hope of glory”.
Jan 22, 202447:20
Take Charge of Yourself

Take Charge of Yourself

Four important questions and their Biblical answers are given to direct our minds into the reality that we can and must take charge of our own selves.
Jan 21, 202439:37
The Birth of Boldness - Calvary Baptist Church, West Alexandria, Ohio

The Birth of Boldness - Calvary Baptist Church, West Alexandria, Ohio

Boldness is not a personality type, but rather the Scriptural result of seeing Jesus for who He is.
Jan 18, 202439:11
Endure Hardness

Endure Hardness

What does it mean to be a “good soldier of Jesus Christ” and what is available to us so that we can be the “good soldiers” we desire to be for Him?
Jan 15, 202441:26
Why Felix Trembled

Why Felix Trembled

The sad case of a Roman governor who trembled at the preaching of the Word but would not turn to the One being preached.
Jan 14, 202451:18
Hold Your Temper

Hold Your Temper

We are told to give all diligence to add temperance to our faith. Thankfully the Scripture clearly explains what that is and how it manifest in a believers life!
Jan 11, 202445:02
Choose Faith

Choose Faith

Both Fear and Faith are set before us. By God’s Word let’s Choose Faith!
Jan 08, 202440:41
What is That in Thine Hand?

What is That in Thine Hand?

The Lord wants us to hounour the Lord with our substance. Everything we will be and will do this year must begin with what we actually have.
Jan 07, 202438:24
When the Promise Seems Broken - Exodus 3:18

When the Promise Seems Broken - Exodus 3:18

All promises must be realized in the reality of the opposition which will accompany them.
Jan 04, 202437:32
The Great Combination - Just and Devout

The Great Combination - Just and Devout

It was said of Simeon who God preserved until he could see the Christ child that he was both just and devout. This is the great combination for godly living!
Jan 01, 202440:22
Contagious Courage

Contagious Courage

Daniel’s courage for the Lord was contagious.
Dec 31, 202338:08
The Language of Love

The Language of Love

Biblical characteristics of truly loving speech are given in clear, compelling and understandable order.
Dec 28, 202347:07
What Jesus Meant to Mary

What Jesus Meant to Mary

He was not only her given son but also her needed and looked for Saviour.
Dec 25, 202337:40
Whose Son is He?

Whose Son is He?

The first verse of the first chapter in the New Testament answers the question posed in the title this way; the son of David the son of Abraham.
Dec 24, 202345:06
The Changing Identity of Naomi

The Changing Identity of Naomi

As God worked in the path of Naomi’s life, there are at least 9 different ways she could rightfully be identified.
Dec 21, 202337:58
Ruth

Ruth

A clear, distinct reading of one of the most beautiful and compelling books of the Bible.
Dec 18, 202319:01
The Context of Some Familiar Verses - II Timothy 2:15

The Context of Some Familiar Verses - II Timothy 2:15

Verses already precious and familiar to many believers take on an even richer meaning when properly put into context with the entirety of Scripture.
Dec 17, 202338:51
The Law’s Purpose in the Life of Faith.

The Law’s Purpose in the Life of Faith.

In the third chapter of the book of Galatians the question “where then serveth the law” is asked and answered. The false teaching of a “two stage” salvation is addressed in this message.
Dec 14, 202355:36
Considering the Father

Considering the Father

Considering the father of the one referred to as the prodigal will deepen our heart of gratitude toward our Heavenly Father and compel us to be more like Him!
Dec 07, 202334:10
A Slave Nation - The Organization of Freedom

A Slave Nation - The Organization of Freedom

A God of order leads us to freedom through organization.
Dec 04, 202353:54
The Role of Good Works in A Christian’s Life

The Role of Good Works in A Christian’s Life

Good works are not the means, nor any part of our eternal salvation but are a vital part of our Christian life.
Dec 03, 202342:18
Ambassador in Bonds - Ephesians 6:18-20

Ambassador in Bonds - Ephesians 6:18-20

As an ambassador for Christ who was also literally a prisoner, Paul realized both the reality of his situation and the responsibility of his position.
Nov 30, 202343:22