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Recently, while waiting in the drive-through line at the local fast food restaurant, my wife and I found ourselves behind an old pickup truck filled with junk. The truck’s tailgate and rear bumper were plastered with several slogan-printed stickers, some too weather-faded to read, others relatively fresh. Looking at the rear of the truck, we … Continue reading “Will We Choose Jesus Or Keep Our Options Open? – Bible study”

The dictionary defines the word “empathy” as: “Identification with and understanding of another’s situation, feelings, and motives.” Empathy is indeed a strong emotion. It can drive us to come alongside those who are in similar situations. It can cause us to care in a deeper way for those with whom we share a concern or … Continue reading “Exhibiting Empathy Toward Others – Bible study”

We know very little about Diotrephes other than what we read in 3 John 9-11. Although John addressed this letter to Gaius (3 John 1:1), it is obvious that Diotrephes was a representative of authority in the church. It is not known what his spiritual responsibilities were. It is possible that he could have been … Continue reading “A Look At The Character Of Diotrephes – Bible study”

Jeff Goins is the Communications Director for Adventures In Missions, a nonprofit organization. Jeff has written and guest-blogged for various magazines, publications, and blogs (check out Jeffs writing portfolio). From Jeffs blog, come the following ten essential tips on writing along with informative links: Write every day. Make sure yourwriting is effective. Dont be lazy; … Continue reading “Ten Essential Tips On Writing – Bible study”

After 30 years as a preacher of God’s Word, a New Jersey minister concluded, “The Bible is the best-selling, least-read, and least-understood book in the world.” In his view and experience, “Biblical illiteracy is rampant.” George Gallup, the foremost religion pollster in the United States, agrees with this preacher. “We revere the Bible,” he says, … Continue reading “Make A Commitment To Read The Bible! – Bible study”

Paul once wrote concerning Trophimus: but Trophimus have I left at Miletus sick (2 Timothy 4:20). Trophimus was a Gentile convert from Ephesus and a traveling companion of Paul (Acts 20:1-5; Acts 21:29). Paul was a miraculously endowed apostle of Christ, possessing the signs of an apostle (2 Corinthians 12:12). One of those signs was … Continue reading “The Passing Of The Miraculous Age – Bible study”

In Matthew 16:13-17, we find Jesus and His disciples in Caesarea Philippi, away from their home territory. It was a place of idolatry and oppression a threatening place both politically and spiritually. In this environment, Jesus posed two important questions about the perception of His identity. When Jesus asked a question, it was not because … Continue reading “Confession Of Christ As God's Son — The Right Answer – Bible study”

1) Building on the rock: Safe and solid . Believe in God (Hebrews 11:6) We are to believe that He is (Exodus 3:14). We are to believe that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him (Matthew 7:7-8; Isaiah 55:6-7; Acts 15:16-17). We should believe in God as: (a) the pardoner of our … Continue reading “Where Should I Place My Faith? – Bible study”

Let me commend to you Tyler Young’s The View From Brokeback Mountain. It’s an excellent analysis of the recent movie that glorifies homosexual love. Tyler Young is the preacher for the Roanoke church of Christ in Roanoke, Texas.

Having studied and played classical piano music for fifteen years, I fully understand the drawing power and beauty of music. I enjoy listening to and playing all genres of music, such as classical; jazz; country; big band; rock-and-roll; breakdown fiddle; western swing; flemenco; bluegrass, gospel, etc. In Deuteronomy 32, God combines musics power with truth … Continue reading “The Greatest Song – Bible study”