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During the presidency of Andrew Jackson, a postal clerk by the name of George Wilson, robbed a federal payroll from a train, and in the process killed a guard. The Supreme Court convicted him and sentenced him to death by hanging. However, because of public sentiment against capital punishment at the time, a movement began … Continue reading “Will We Accept Or Reject God's Pardon? – Bible study”

Generally speaking, few people enjoy following someone else. However, if there is to be any successful group effort, someone is going to have to take the lead. This implies that everyone else in the group must be willing to follow the leader. Being a successful follower is far more difficult than one might think. Successful … Continue reading “A Look At Followers And Leaders – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Is the “book of life” an actual physical book, or a representation of some sort of list (or metaphysical thing such as God’s tally sheet), or is it figurative?” In E.W. Bullinger’s book entitled, “Figures Of Speech Used In The Bible” (pg. 871, 893 – Also see the online version), there is … Continue reading “A Look At The “Book Of Life” – Bible study”

The blood of Christ should cause the Christian’s mind to focus on the “incarnation” of Christ (Philippians 2:8; cf. Hebrews 2:14-18; Hebrews 4:14-15). In thinking of Christ’s death, Christians should be motivated to (1) think about the atonement Christ made for all mankind through the shedding of His blood at the cross (cf. Hebrews 9:12-14) … Continue reading “Never Forget The Importance Of The Blood – Bible study”

The success of Satan cannot be effectively measured by the number of Christians who have rejected righteousness for sin although many Christians have fallen into this trap. Satans real success story is found in a Christians tolerance of sin. We would never give complete approval to sin, but we will weaken our revulsion at sin. … Continue reading “The Tolerance Quotient – Bible study”

More than just “interesting reading,” the Old Testament provides many spiritual lessons helpful to us today. One such lesson is found in Nehemiah 8:1-12 regarding our attitude towards the hearing, understanding and application of God’s Word. The Importance Of God’s Word Consider the assembly (Nehemiah 8:1-2). The people gathered as one man, indicating an atmosphere … Continue reading ““Bring The Book” – Bible study”

America has become a land of “instant” everything. One can purchase instant soup, instant coffee, instant iced tea, instant mashed potatoes, and countless other instant items. The advent of the microwave oven also has increased this demand for instantaneous fulfillment. No longer must hungry consumers wait thirty minutes for a meal to be prepared; now … Continue reading “A One Minute Bible Study? – Bible study”

At one time or another, most of us have attended a dinner or reception where place cards are on tables with our names on them. Years ago, I remember my wife and I attending such a dinner, where I, along with other employees from a major gas pipeline company, was being honored with a plaque … Continue reading “We Have A Reservation At God's Table – Bible study”

A querist asks, “In Revelation 2:6,15, we read about the “deeds” and the “doctrine” of the Nicolaitans. Just who were the Nicolaitans, what were their deeds, and what was their doctrine?” The word, “Nicolaitans” means “destruction of people.” They were a sect or party of evil influence in early Christianity, especially in the seven churches … Continue reading “Who Were The Nicolaitans? – Bible study”

According to a February 26, 2003 Harris Poll, 31 percent of people do not believe in Hell (see tables). Many folks (even those who consider themselves religious) seldom consider what it will be like to be lost in Hell. Hell is a subject that the devil would like for us to forget about, but Jesus … Continue reading “Hell — We Don't Want To Go There – Bible study”