Bible Study

SAVED TO SERVE The Responsibility of the Pastor 1 PETER 5:1-4 by Cooper Abrams INTRODUCTION: A budding artist once painted a picture of the LastSupper. He took it to the writer Tolstoy for his opinion. Carefully and understanding the Russian master of Wordsstudied the canvas. Then pointing to Christ declared, “You donot love Him”. “Why, … Continue reading “Saved to Serve – The Responsibility of the Pastor – 1 Peter 5:1-4 – Bible study”

SAVED TO SERVE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BELIEVER TO CHRIST 1 Peter 5:4-11 by Cooper Abrams Introduction: 1. Last Week we looked at the responsibility of the pastor to shepherd and lead the congregation the Lord sent him too. We saw that he is appointed by the Holy Spirit to serve theassembly of believers. He … Continue reading “Saved to Serve – The Responsibility of the Believer – 1 Peter 5:4-11 – Bible study”

THE ENEMY WITHIN Romans 8:1-7 by Cooper P Abrams III Introduction: There are two forces which we have to deal with in this life:Satan and the what the Bible calls the Flesh. Years ago there was a black comedian name Flip Wilson. He often would make the statement about something he did wrong, saying “The … Continue reading “The Enemy Within – Romans 8:1-7 – Bible study”

What Does the Bible Say About Christians and Sin? by Cooper Abrams(All Rights Reserved)          Many who claim the name of Christ show little or no evidence of salvation by the way they live their lives.Often it is almost impossible to distinguish professing Christians from non Christians. Many who say they are saved are outwardly … Continue reading “What does the Bible Say about Christians and Sin? – Overcoming sin in a believer’s life – Bible study”

A PROVEN FAITH – TESTING ONE’S FAITH James 1:2-8 Cooper P. Abrams III INTRODUCTION:    A FAITH THAT CANNOT BE TESTED – CANNOT BE TRUSTED. A FAITH THAT FAILS THE TEST IS NOT REAL. ILLUS: The first successful sustained powered flights in a heavier-than-air machine were made by Wilbur and Orville Wright on December 17, 1903. … Continue reading “Proven Faith – The Testing of One’s Faith – James 1:2-8 – Bible study”

Introduction to the Book of 1 Thessalonians The Testimony and Success of a Faithful Congregation The Mission of the Local Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-20 by Cooper Abrams Introduction:   1 Thessalonians is Paul’s earliest Epistles (letters) written around 51-52 AD. Paul was probably in Corinth a short time after he left Thessalonica. 1. The church at … Continue reading “The Testimony and Success of a Faithful Congregation – 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 – Bible study”

The Compassion and Character of a God’s Man 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 by Cooper Abrams Introduction:    In taking the Gospel to Europe, Paul first went to Philippi, then to Thessalonica, to Berea, Athens and then to the island of Corinth. With Paul was Silas, and Timothy. This was Paul’s second missionary journey. He began his … Continue reading “The Compassion and Character of a God’s Man – 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 – Bible study”

God’s Assurance in the Face of Persecution 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 by Cooper Abrams Introduction:    The Bible and what we see around us shows us how sinful some men can be. I am amazed at the blindness of people. Mostly our nation knows the truth and understands the benefits of moral and decent behavior, but … Continue reading “God’s Assurance in the Face of Persecution – 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 – Bible study”

The Testimony that Comes from Trials and Testing 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13 by Cooper Abrams Introduction:    The Bible abounds with examples of how that God’s people were tested in their faith and obedience. The Book of James is the first book of the New Testament to be written which was around 45 A.D. The last … Continue reading “The Testimony that Comes from Trials and Testing – 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13 – Bible study”

Walking to Please the Lord 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 by Cooper Abrams Introduction:    Paul in Chapter 4 writes on several subjects which address areas where believers could have trouble. New Christians are seen as babies in Christ. New Christians are saved and born again and have a new spiritual nature and the indwelling of the … Continue reading “Walking to Please the Lord -1 Thessalonian 4:1-12 – Bible study”