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The apostle Paul had some tough words for shirkers: “If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10). Some circumstances may make it impossible for some folks to work. But if we’re able-bodied and can find work, we must work with energy and diligence (Ecclesiastes 9:10). This is not just good advice … Continue reading “Are We Shirkers Or Workers? – Bible study”

No Thanksgiving Day would be complete without the singing of the traditional Dutch hymn, We Gather Together (see history). Today, we sing this hymn as an expression of thanks to God as our defender and guide throughout this year. The text was originally written by an anonymous author at the end of the sixteenth century, … Continue reading “We Gather Together – Bible study”

Why are so many of our young people drifting away from the church? Why are an alarming amount of our youth rejecting the church and all that it stands for? What is happening to the morals of many of the youth of our day? WHO’S TO BLAME?! Preachers are to blame. Many preachers are partly … Continue reading “Who’s To Blame?! – Bible study”

When my two brothers and I were growing up, our family struggled to get by on my father’s income (even though he worked long and arduous hours for that income). My mother would cook a big roast for Sunday lunch. From that good meal, we would have hot roast beef sandwiches on Sunday night, hash … Continue reading “Leftovers Will Never Suffice – Bible study”

A survey by a national institute found that 70 percent of people in the United States often dream about doing something different for a living. Books, consultants, and employment agencies offer to help us land our dream job. But is finding a different occupation always the solution to job dissatisfaction? Or could the key be … Continue reading “Christians Work For The Lord! – Bible study”

“We regret to inform you…” are the words that no parent or loved one wants to hear. Often times such words are followed by tragic and terrible news such as the injury or death of someone who is dear to us. Thirty-two times like words were spoken this past week to parents and relatives of … Continue reading “Spiritual Tragedy! What’s the Worst that can Happen? – Bible study”

In reading the Scriptures, we understand that sin can no more exist in the presence of God than darkness can exist in the presence of light (Habakkuk 1:12-13). To stand before Him in self-righteousness would be to invite our destruction (Ezekiel 33:13). The Psalmist wrote, If You, Lord, should mark iniquities, O Lord, who could … Continue reading “The Greatest Word – Bible study”

The story is told of three baseball umpires who were discussing their philosophies of officiating at the plate. The first umpire firmly stated, Some are balls and some are strikes, but I call em like I see em. The second umpire spoke just as firmly, Some are balls and some are strikes, but I call … Continue reading “Let's Avoid Labeling – Bible study”

The national media reported in January 2004, that Olivia Goldsmith, author of the popular book, The First Wives Club (which became a film starring Goldie Hawn and Bette Midler), died from complications resulting from cosmetic surgery. According to the Associated Press, the 54-year-old novelist suffered a heart attack due to anesthesia she received during an … Continue reading “An Incorruptible Beauty – Bible study”

In this very “busy” world we live in, we are prone to neglect the most important part of life, and that is our spiritual life. This material world offers us much in the way of fulfilling our fleshly appetites but little in the way of fulfilling our spiritual “needs.” We must always remember that this … Continue reading “Making God “Second Best” – Bible study”