James 5:20, Jude 1:22-23 A Soul Rescuer Jude 1:22 And of some have compassion, making a difference: 23 And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh. One of the greatest efforts afforded to Christians is the rescue work we have been called to provide, … Continue reading “James 5:20, Jude 1:22-23 – A Soul Rescuer – Bible study”
1 Peter 1:13 – Repairing A Ruined Mind – Bible study
1Peter 1:13 Repairing A Ruined Mind For the first message in this series, Ruining A Sound Mind, 2Timothy 1:7. Last week, I brought a message on the danger of ruining one of the most precious assets that God has given to us, our mind. The Bible teaches that we are a trichotomy; that is, that … Continue reading “1 Peter 1:13 – Repairing A Ruined Mind – Bible study”
1 Peter 2:1-10 – If Ye Have Believed – Bible study
1Peter 2:1-10 If Ye Have Believed 1. Notice how Peter lays out his book. We have noticed in Paul’s writings, that he often opens his epistles with doctrinal teaching and the, toward the end, turns to practical teaching. Peter takes a different approach. He disperses his doctrine in with lessons on practical living. I like … Continue reading “1 Peter 2:1-10 – If Ye Have Believed – Bible study”
1 Peter 2:2 – Changing My Desires – Bible study
1Peter 2:2 Changing My Desires Based on message of Dr. S.M. Davis, "5 Things that Will Keep You From Growing" Click here to see the first part of this message. I want to draw your attention to the word "desire" in this text. Peter was writing to young Christians, babies in the faith, and wanted … Continue reading “1 Peter 2:2 – Changing My Desires – Bible study”
1 Peter 2:12 – Who Are We? – Bible study
1 Peter 2:12 Who Are We? We each wear many different hats. Often, what we do is the name we go by. In my life, I have done a wide variety of tasks. Because I did those tasks, I was called by certain titles or given certain positions. At one time, I helped electricians in … Continue reading “1 Peter 2:12 – Who Are We? – Bible study”
1 Peter 3:15 – Keeping the Doctrine Right – Bible study
1Peter 3:15 Keeping the Doctrine Right My goal is not to hurt anyones feelings. That is never my goal. However, I have a charge on me to preach the whole counsel of the Word of God, which I must do. Hence, tonight I preach on a topic which I know could hurt some peoples feelings. … Continue reading “1 Peter 3:15 – Keeping the Doctrine Right – Bible study”
1 Peter 4:12-13 – What Can I Get for My Trials? – Bible study
1Peter 4:12-13 What Can I Get for My Trials? The theme of the book of 1 Peter is Victory In Suffering, not Victory Over Suffering. Victory Over Suffering seems to imply that you defeat or stop the suffering. While that is a good victory, it is not always the victory God gives. I need a … Continue reading “1 Peter 4:12-13 – What Can I Get for My Trials? – Bible study”
1 Peter 4:12-13 – Rejoicing in Pain – Bible study
1Peter 4:12-13 Rejoicing in Pain 1Peter 4:12 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13 But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christs sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy. … Continue reading “1 Peter 4:12-13 – Rejoicing in Pain – Bible study”
1 Peter 5:8 – Satan’s Tactics: Weak Spots – Bible study
1 Peter 5:8 Satans Tactics: Weak Spots The Bible warns us of Satan, our adversary. That is because Satan is so deadly, not only for the lost but for the saved too. Hes clever and powerful but not invincibleat least not for a Christian. The problem even Christians have in overcoming Satan is that we … Continue reading “1 Peter 5:8 – Satan’s Tactics: Weak Spots – Bible study”
1 Peter 5:8 – Satan’s Tactics: The Master Illusionist – Bible study
1 Peter 5:8 Satans Tactics: Master Illusionist The Bible warns us of Satan, our adversary. Satan is a deadly, not only for the lost but for the saved too. He can steal souls and ruin lives. He is clever and powerful but not invincibleat least not for a Christian. Jesus defeated the devil and through … Continue reading “1 Peter 5:8 – Satan’s Tactics: The Master Illusionist – Bible study”