Mount Paran Primitive Baptist Church

March 12, 2023

Brother Jonah Lowrance considers the introduction in the gospel account of Luke, the writer’s background, and Luke’s audience. Brother Jonah goes on to explain that we should take heed to verse four’s statement “That thou mightest know the certainty of those things, wherein thou hast been instructed.” He goes on to look at the statements in the Bible concerning God’s word, how the Apostle Peter’s example instructs us that God’s word should be valued above our own experiences. He adds that, if we love God, we should be diligent today to study God’s word, also looking to help others that love God to understand more about Him, too. 
Elder Bryce Lowrance continues to preach concerning the reliability of scripture. He begins in 1 John 5:13 concerning the hope given to those “that believe on the name of the Son of God,” adding that the first verses of the epistle tell us about the Son of God. He exhorts us to remember those truths about God, as well. He then turns to the truth about man and our depravity, going all the way back to Genesis to look at how His word was first twisted and the result of lies about and additions to God’s word. Finally, he reminds us that the doctrine of total depravity isn’t the end of the story and that God’s word also contains promises of the new birth, God’s grace, and the hope we can have in Him today.

17 1st Corinthians 6:12-20 "A Misunderstanding of Christian Liberty"

“A Misunderstanding of Christian Liberty” • 1st Corinthians 6:12-20 – Elder Bryce Lowrance.
The church at Corinth was guilty of misunderstanding and misapplying Paul’s teaching regarding Christian Liberty. They believed that, since they were saved by grace, they could partake in and enjoy any sin they wished without any consequences. Paul corrects them by telling them their liberty in Christ does teach that they are saved eternally and cannot be lost, but they are not at liberty to continue in sin. God’s moral law is still in place and has not changed. This message was preached on Sunday, March 5, 2023.

February 26, 2023

"Daniel Talks with Angels" • Daniel 10:7-21 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah continues in his expository series on the book of Daniel in the second half of chapter 10 where Daniel meets Michael and another angel. This second angel tells Daniel that God is aware of his needs and has sent him to help Daniel and show him a great vision of things to come in the near and distant future.
"Daniel Meets Jesus"  - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Picking up on the theme begun by Brother Jonah, Elder Bryce shows the progressive revelation of Jesus Christ throughout the Bible. These types, shadows, and pre-incarnate appearances of Jesus Christ reavel details about Who Jesus is and what kind of power He has. These descriptions and powers are put on full display at the end of time when Jesus shouts on resurrection morning.

16 1st Corinthians 6:1-11 "Handling Offenses in the Church"

“Handling Offenses Within the Church” – 1st Corinthians 6:1-11 – Elder Bryce Lowrance.
The Apostle Paul continues to point our how the arrogance and pride of the members of the Church at Corinth has moved them to neglect their duties within the church. In this case, when brethren have a disagreement, they have been going to the courts of the world rather than following the instructions of the Lord to regain fellowship with their brothers. Elder Bryce begins this message by showing that, while we are citizens of heaven, we have a dual responsibility being sojourners here on earth. The church should have a positive impact on the world around it but the world should not be brought into the church nor church issues to be handled according to world standards and practices. This message was preached on Sunday, February 19, 2023.

15 1st Corinthians 5 Church Discipline

“Church Discipline” – 1st Corinthians 5 – Elder Bryce Lowrance. The idea of church discipline is a foreign concept to most churches in our day. Paul’s teaching in this chapter shows us that this is a problem that needs to be rectified. The Church at Corinth was puffed up with their many gifts and good preaching. So much so, that they neglected to fulfill one of the church’s biggest responsibilities – teach and encourage righteous living. In this lesson, we see that the moral law of God declared in the Old Testament is still valid. We see that each church and each member of the church has the responsibility to live for Christ and encourage others to walk like Him as well. Finally, we see that church discipline is never to be done for punitive reason but to encourage repentance and holiness. This message was preached on Sunday, February 12, 2023.

February 5, 2023 – “Apostolic Authority” • 1st Corinthians 4:8-21 – Elder Bryce H. Lowrance

“Apostolic Authority” • 1st Corinthians 4:8-21 – Elder Bryce H. Lowrance – The Apostle Paul uses a series of Ironic statements and concessions to shock the divided parties at the Church of Corinth into repentance. He reminds them that they are believers in Christ because He first peached to them, and that they should continue […]

January 29, 2023 – “Seventy Weeks” • Daniel 9:18-27 – Brother Jonah Lowrance & “We See Jesus” – Hebrews 2:6-13 – Elder Bryce Lowrance

“Seventy Weeks” • Daniel 9:18-27 – Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah continues to speak about Daniel’s prayer of repentance and God’s mighty response to his prayer. In this chapter, Daniel not only learns that God will deliver Israel from Babylon but that the Messiah will also come and eradicate the cause of all problems in […]

January 22, 2023 – “A Proper View of the Ministry” • 1st Corinthians 4:1-7 – Elder Bryce H. Lowrance

“A Proper View of the Ministry” • 1st Corinthians 4:1-7 – Elder Bryce H. Lowrance – The Church at Corinth was divided into several factions. This was caused by an improper view and loyalty to the various preachers who had spoken there. Today’s message will explore the role of perspective of God’s ministers of the […]

January 15, 2023 – “Daniel’s Reaction to the Fall of Babylon” • Daniel 9:1-8 – Brother Jonah Lowrance & “FOR the Church” • 1st Corinthians 3:16-23 – E...

“Daniel’s Reaction to the Fall of Babylon” • Daniel 9:1-8 – Brother Jonah Lowrance – Daniel has been reading in the book of Jeremiah and understands that God is about to deliver Israel from the hands of the Babylonians as He had promised. But Daniel does not become arrogant or proud that his people will […]

January 8, 2023 – “Being Spiritually Minded” • 1st Corinthians 3:1-15 – Elder Bryce H. Lowrance

“Being Spiritually Minded” • 1st Corinthians 3:1-15 – Elder Bryce H. Lowrance – The Apostle Paul now begins to address the specific problem with the Church at Corinth. They were not growing in grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. The fact that they were divided into various parties was evidence that they lacked […]