
F.W. Grant
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An Address to My Brethren
0MAT 24:30ACT 20:28ROM 11:201CO 12:12COL 3:41TH 4:162TI 4:32PE 2:11JN 4:1JUD 1:4F.W. Grant delivers a powerful sermon addressing the Church, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the truth of God's Word as the ultimate authority. He highlights the presence of false teachings and warns against the rise of antichrists within the professing Church. Grant points out the decline of the Church from its early days, the infiltration of false doctrines, and the departure from the true faith. He challenges the notion of a future global conversion by human efforts, stressing the need for a genuine understanding of God's promises and the hope of Christ's return for His Church.
Bible-Reading
01CO 14:26EPH 4:16COL 3:16HEB 10:241PE 2:9F.W. Grant emphasizes the importance of the Bible Reading meeting as a vital test of the assembly's spiritual state, where knowledge is shared, tested, and used for mutual edification. He laments the decline in interest in these meetings, attributing it to a loss of enthusiasm for the truth and a diminishing consciousness of the Spirit's work in individuals. Grant urges believers to reclaim their right to delve into God's Word personally and collectively, highlighting the need for all to have access to spiritual treasures without restriction or dependence on designated teachers.
The Bible: Its Pentateuchal Structure
0GEN 1:1EXO 20:2LEV 20:7NUM 14:22DEU 10:12F.W. Grant delves into the Pentateuchal structure of the Bible, highlighting the significance of the five books of the Law as the structural basis of the entire Bible, with the Old Testament having four Pentateuchs and the New Testament having one. Each division of the Old Testament represents a Pentateuch, emphasizing the earthly part of revelation and the ages of probation and exercise under divine government. The books of the Law are viewed both as literal history and spiritual type, signifying the re-establishment of God's authority over the new creature.
Breadth and Length and Depth and Height
0PSA 8:4ISA 55:8EPH 3:18PHP 2:5F.W. Grant preaches on the profound dimensions of God's love as described in Ephesians 3:18, emphasizing how these dimensions are interconnected and reveal the unfathomable depth of God's love that surpasses human understanding. The breadth of God's love is seen in His wondrous plan to elevate humanity to a place of power and dignity, showcasing His glory and grace. The length of God's love is highlighted as an eternal purpose that predates creation, demonstrating His sovereignty and control over all circumstances. The depth of God's love is exemplified in the sacrificial journey of Jesus from the form of God to the humility of the cross, showcasing unparalleled obedience and love. The height of God's love is revealed in Christ's exaltation above all heavens, signifying the ultimate victory and blessings bestowed upon believers.
Broken Glimpses
0GEN 19:1F.W. Grant preaches on the spiritual experience of fleeting glimpses of the Lord, emphasizing the struggle to retain these moments of divine presence and the importance of a life of faith. Through the story of Lot in Sodom and the two at Emmaus, he highlights the consequences of failing in faith and the need to prioritize our spiritual associations to maintain communion with God. Grant challenges listeners to reflect on the responsibility they hold in allowing distractions to hinder their relationship with the Lord and emphasizes the significance of yielding to God's authority to overcome these obstacles.
But One Thing Is Needful
0PSA 37:7Greek Word Studies for aid_number 35971 delves into the concept of transgression, highlighting how it goes beyond the law and involves a deliberate violation of established norms or regulations. The sermon explores the biblical instances of transgression, such as Balaam's disobedience and the consequences of wicked schemes and iniquities. It also reflects on the miraculous event of a dumb donkey speaking to rebuke a spiritually blind prophet, emphasizing God's ability to use unconventional means to convey His message and protect His people.
Christian Holiness
0JHN 3:3ROM 5:9ROM 8:92CO 5:17EPH 2:10Dr. Steele, in his sermon on Christian Holiness, challenges the concept of being born again as merely a figure of speech, dismissing the profound spiritual reality of new birth and its significance in the believer's life. He questions the doctrine of imputed holiness and misinterprets the biblical teaching on justification by faith and the atonement through Christ's blood. His arguments against the new birth and the believer's identification with Christ lack depth and fail to grasp the transformative power of spiritual rebirth and union with Christ.
Christ's Work as Priest on Earth
0HEB 2:17HEB 7:27HEB 8:3HEB 9:11F.W. Grant preaches on the controversial topic of Christ's work as a priest on earth, addressing misconceptions and objections. He delves into the arguments presented in Hebrews, emphasizing that Christ's priestly work on earth was unique and necessary for salvation. Grant highlights the significance of Christ's sufferings, His role as a merciful and faithful High Priest, and the eternal redemption obtained through His sacrifice.
An Address to My Brethr
0MAT 24:24JHN 10:27ACT 20:281CO 12:12EPH 4:111TH 4:161TH 5:22TI 4:32PE 2:11JN 4:1F. W. Grant preaches about the decline of the Church towards full apostasy, warning about the presence of false teachers and the denial of the Lord within the professing Church. He emphasizes the need for believers to recognize the truth of God's Word as their only commendation and to be vigilant against the many antichrists present in the last days. Grant highlights the importance of fully surrendering to Christ, being watchful for His coming, and not being deceived by the world's standards and false teachings that lead to division and confusion within the Church.
Bible Reading
0PRO 27:17ROM 12:41CO 12:211CO 14:26EPH 4:11EPH 4:16COL 3:16HEB 10:241PE 4:10F.W. Grant emphasizes the importance of the Bible Reading meeting as a crucial test of the assembly's state, where knowledge is shared, tested, and used for mutual edification. He laments the decline in interest for these meetings, attributing it to a loss of enthusiasm for truth and a diminished consciousness of the Spirit's work in individuals. Grant stresses that God's Word is meant for all His people, not to be restricted to a select few, and that teachers should empower others to seek and find spiritual knowledge independently.
The Bible Its Pentateuchal Structure
0GEN 1:1JHN 1:12TI 3:16HEB 1:1REV 22:21F. W. Grant delves into the numerical symbolism and structural organization of the Bible, highlighting the perfection and divine manifestation found in its sixty-three books. The Old Testament portrays the sovereign Creator God in thirty-six books, while the New Testament reveals God speaking through His Son and the manifestation of His glory in twenty-seven books. The Pentateuchal structure of the Bible forms the foundation of its divisions, with each section serving a unique purpose in conveying God's message to humanity.
Nicolaitanism - the Rise and Growth of the Clergy
0JHN 4:24JHN 10:27JHN 18:37ACT 20:281CO 12:42CO 4:2GAL 1:111TI 3:12TI 2:2REV 2:6F.W. Grant delves into the issue of Nicolaitanism, highlighting the danger of clerisy and the rise of a spiritual caste within the Church. He emphasizes the departure from truth and the establishment of a worldly Church under Satan's influence, leading to the subjection of the laity by a privileged clergy class. Grant challenges the traditional concept of ordination, stressing that spiritual authority should come from God's Word and individual gifting, not human authorization. He calls for a return to the true essence of ministry, where every believer is a minister and priest, responsible for contributing to the body of Christ and ministering to one another in love.
The Numerical Structure of the Psalms
0PSA 8:4F. W. Grant preaches on the structure of the Psalms, highlighting the overarching themes of Christ as the source of blessing, the remnant's relation to enemies, the manifestation of God's holiness, the failed first man replaced by the Second, and the moral conclusion of God and man coming together. The Psalms are divided into five books, each focusing on different aspects of Christ's role and the divine ways in relation to humanity.
Ruth From "The Numerical Bible"
0LEV 25:25DEU 25:5PSA 116:16ISA 9:6ISA 41:8EZK 18:27LUK 12:37F. W. Grant preaches on the Book of Ruth, highlighting the historical context during the times of the judges and its connection to David and the kingdom. The story shows how God's salvation can progress even among the Gentiles, as seen through Ruth's inclusion in the genealogy of Christ. The spiritual sense reveals the remnant of Israel coming back to God through grace, preparing for the future kingdom. Ruth's journey symbolizes the Gentiles finding redemption through Christ. The sermon emphasizes the need for redemption, the role of grace in salvation, and the restoration of Israel through faith in the coming King.
Psalms - Appendices
0MAL 4:2JHN 3:8ROM 13:10EPH 5:13COL 2:9HEB 1:31JN 3:161JN 4:61JN 4:8F. W. Grant preaches about the witness of arithmetic to Christ, exploring the significance of the numbers 1, 2, and 3 in relation to the Trinity. He delves into the natural analogies found in mathematics and how they reflect the divine attributes of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Grant emphasizes the unity, love, and harmony within the Triune Godhead, as revealed through the numerical patterns in nature and Scripture, inviting listeners to consider the profound connection between mathematics and theology.