The author of Psalm 84 (one of the sons of Korah) had an undying love to worship in Gods house. Some commentators have speculated that for a time, this temple singer was unable to go to the temple, either because of sickness or circumstances. So as he wrote this Psalm, his soul was especially longing … Continue reading “A Heartfelt Desire To Worship The Lord – Bible study”
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Some Reflections On Sixty-Nine Years – Bible study
As I observed my birthday yesterday, March 12th, the following are some reflections on the sixty-nine years that God has granted me on this terrestrial ball called earth (Acts 17:24-26; cf. Isaiah 42:5). Ive learned: 1) To stay out of other peoples business (1 Thessalonians 4:11). 2) To pay creditors in a timely fashion (Romans … Continue reading “Some Reflections On Sixty-Nine Years – Bible study”
Could Jesus Have Really Sinned If He Is God? – Bible study
A querist asks, “Regarding the temptation of Christ in Matthew 4:1-10, was Jesus really tempted since He is Deity? Sin is separation from God, so could Jesus have really sinned if He is God? According to the Scriptures, the answer is “yes” to both questions. Even though Jesus is divine in nature (Hebrews 4:14), He … Continue reading “Could Jesus Have Really Sinned If He Is God? – Bible study”
Guidance From Above — A Promise – Bible study
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is changing the way we work, travel, and play. Using the signals from multiple satellites, an inexpensive GPS receiver can compute our location anywhere in the world. The use of this information can help a lost hiker return to camp, enable a driver to locate a house in a strange … Continue reading “Guidance From Above — A Promise – Bible study”
On Being A Role Model – Bible study
An anonymous author once made this true statement, We cannot live our lives alone, for other lives we touch, are either strengthened by our own, or weakened just as much.“ The apostle Paul said it another way, For none of us lives to himself, and no one dies to himself (Romans 14:7). Theres not a … Continue reading “On Being A Role Model – Bible study”
Shade Or Fruit Tree? – Bible study
When an apple tree begins to run to wood and leaves instead of fruit, the farmer severely crops it. Almost always, the tree begins to bear fruit. It is equally true that people whose lives seem to be purposeless, may direct their energies toward more purposeful living once they have been wounded or hurt in … Continue reading “Shade Or Fruit Tree? – Bible study”
On Brief Sermons And Watching The Clock – Bible study
The following article by Brother Frank Chesser, is taken “From Truth,” Dallas Avenue Church of Christ, Lancaster Texas, December 3, 1995, Guardian of Truth XL: 9 p. 11, May 2, 1996: It seems that brief sermons on the Lord’s Day are becoming the norm in today’s fast-paced society. If a preacher could package and sell … Continue reading “On Brief Sermons And Watching The Clock – Bible study”
Galatians 3:24 And The Greek Word “Paidagogos” – Bible study
A querist asks, In Gal. 3:24 KJV, Paul declares that “the law was our schoolmaster [tutor – Gal. 3:24 ASV] to bring us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith.” Can you please give us a more detailed definition of the Greek word, “paidagogos” and how it is used here in this verse. … Continue reading “Galatians 3:24 And The Greek Word “Paidagogos” – Bible study”
God Is The Audience – Bible study
In the more progressive churches of Christ today, there are members who think that worship to God should take on the aura of an entertainment spectacle, rather than an humble, respectful, and solemn worship to our Creator. In the April 22, 1958 edition of the Firm Foundation publication, Brother Frank Pack (scroll down to middle … Continue reading “God Is The Audience – Bible study”
Stop “Strangling Yourself” – Bible study
Living in this world will often bring hardships and difficulties. The pressures of life can sometimes seem insurmountable and cause one to be in a troubled state of mind. Problems in the workplace, problems in the home, problems in the church, and problems at school can weigh heavily on the mind. Questions of “How will … Continue reading “Stop “Strangling Yourself” – Bible study”