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King David, Israel’s most illustrious ruler a man after God’s own heart (Acts 13:22; cf. 1 Samuel 13:14), became the seducer, the adulterer, the liar, the murderer utterly pitiless and unmoved by his monstrous misdeeds. Israel’s ruler was now ruled by sin (cf. 2 Samuel 11:1-27). A year had passed since David committed adultery with … Continue reading “The Joy Of God's Salvation – Bible study”

In today’s hostile world, we face a danger that has caused far more devastation than any band of terrorists could ever conceive. It is a danger that claims millions everyday, placing us in constant risk of loss not just the loss of mortal life, but of everlasting life. The Scriptures warn us of this danger: … Continue reading “Where The Real Danger Is – Bible study”

The following are observations of this writer over a period of forty years as to why churches die. I’m certain that we can all relate to at least one of the categories listed below: 1) Churches die at the tables of compromise When the church fights worldly influences such as sin and false doctrine asking … Continue reading “Why Churches Die – Bible study”

A querist asks, “In 1 Thessalonians 4:4 – KJV, what is Paul referring to as the vessel in this passage – a wife or a body?” In the context, the word “vessel” in 1 Thessalonians 4:4 refers to the body of the individual. In fact, this term was a common Greek metaphor for “body” since … Continue reading “What Is The “Vessel” In 1 Thessalonians 4:4? – Bible study”

Daniel prophesied concerning the establishment of the church (Note Daniel 2:44). In the context of this verse we learn that Nebuchadnezzar had a dream in which he saw a great image with a head of gold, breast and arms of silver, belly and thighs of brass, and feet of iron and clay. Then he saw … Continue reading “The Church Before Pentecost – In Prophecy (2) – Bible study”

If we look too far ahead of today, life’s challenges may feel like a Mt. Everest climb. They can appear impossible to handle if we think we have to achieve them all in one day.The Bible reminds us that we dont need to worry about tomorrows tasks (Matthew 6:34). For a moment, let us imagine … Continue reading “One Step At A Time – Bible study”

An essential part of the nature of deity is justness. God is absolutely just never doing anything which would be in violation of His justness (cf. Isaiah 45:21-22; Acts 3:14). In contrast, man is a violator of law being worthy of condemnation and death. In fact, man justly deserves to die (Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23). … Continue reading “God As The Great Justifier – Bible study”

The story is told of Satan who once conducted a garage sale and offered all the tools of his trade to anyone who would pay the price. They were spread out on the table and each one was labeled hatred, malice, envy, gossip, lust all the weapons that everyone knows so well. But off to … Continue reading “Satan's Harmless Looking Tool – Bible study”

The Christian Chronicle reports that Pepperdine University Law Dean, Ken Starr, has been named President of Baylor University, and will assume that role on June 1, 2010 (see video). While it is indeed sad to see once faithful members of the Lords church succumbing to the worlds influence, i.e. Pat Boone years ago (cf. 2 … Continue reading “Take A Stand For Spiritual Ideals – Bible study”

In 1 Corinthians 1:25-27, the apostle Paul declared, “Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men. For ye see your calling brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called; But God hath chosen the foolish … Continue reading “The “Foolishness Of God” – Bible study”