The story is told of a man who once went inside a telephone booth and dialed the number of a friend. When the connection was made, the friend kept saying, “I can’t hear you; speak louder.” All his friend could hear was the sound of the roar of the traffic in the background. He then … Continue reading ““Shut The Door” – Bible study”
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God's Love – Bible study
Gods love is like an island In lifes ocean vast and wide A peaceful, quiet shelter From the restless, rising tide Gods love is like an anchor When the angry billows roll A mooring in the storms of life, A stronghold for the soul Gods love is like a harbor Where our souls can find … Continue reading “God's Love – Bible study”
Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? – Bible study
King David once asked this question: “Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle?” (Psalm 15:1). There are two words ancient Jews had for expressing the question “who?” One is similar to our usage. But David used another word here that asks, “What kind of person dwells close to God?” The answer comes in a series … Continue reading “Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? – Bible study”
Our Foot Washing Master – Bible study
While serving in the U.S. Air Force on Okinawa back in the late 1960s, I and my fellow airmen experienced an unusual phenomenon a boss who was not afraid to get his hands dirty! Whenever freight trucks would back up to the warehouse unloading ramp to deliver their goods, this Lieutenant Colonel would help his … Continue reading “Our Foot Washing Master – Bible study”
My Words Shall Not Pass Away – Bible study
Over the centuries, many men have tried to destroy the Bible. In A.D 303, the Roman Emperor Diocletian issued an edict to destroy Christians and their Bibles. The persecution that followed was brutal. Over a burned Bible, he built a monument on which he wrote these words, “Extineto nomine Christianorum” (meaning the name Christian is … Continue reading “My Words Shall Not Pass Away – Bible study”
Perfect In Heaven – Bible study
Those who dwell in heaven for eternity will be spiritually perfect. In this life on earth, Gods people long for holiness. Yet, sin is all around us. Christians strive against sin and yet succumb to it at times. The most devout Christians are keenly conscious of their shortcomings. In heaven, where sin is altogether excluded … Continue reading “Perfect In Heaven – Bible study”
“May You Live In Interesting Times” – Bible study
There’s a proverb and curse often attributed to the ancient Chinese, although the saying is actually of Western origin and relatively recent (dating back to 1950). The saying is: “May you live in interesting times.” The implication of the curse is that “interesting times” are certain to be trouble-ridden and disturbing. Reflecting On History It’s … Continue reading ““May You Live In Interesting Times” – Bible study”
“There’s An All-Seeing Eye Watching You” – Bible study
Back in the 1940’s when this writer was growing up, we would sing an old sacred song entitled, “Watching You.” The first verse says: “All along on to the road to the soul’s true abode, there’s an Eye watching you; Every step that you take this great Eye is awake, there’s an Eye watching you.“ … Continue reading ““There’s An All-Seeing Eye Watching You” – Bible study”
Heeding Our Own Warnings – Bible study
When a member of the Lords body is overcome by a fault, he may be heading toward an impossible situation, unless he is willing to allow a stronger member help him bear his burden (Gal. 6:1-2-NKJV). People who have marital difficulties, often wait until the wedge of division is too deeply driven before they seek … Continue reading “Heeding Our Own Warnings – Bible study”
Go Ahead And Shock Someone Today! – Bible study
We pride ourselves in keeping updated on current events, important issues around the world, and our community. However, a more important priority, is the importance of the people around us. Whether its relatives, friends, co-workers, or a stranger on the street – it all begins with personal contact (Jesus believed in personal contact – cf. … Continue reading “Go Ahead And Shock Someone Today! – Bible study”