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A querist asks, “Could you explain Matthew 22:32 to me? Is it the case that the patriarchs are alive in Heaven, or do they wait judgment like we do?” Matthew 22:32 – KJV states, “I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? God is not the God of … Continue reading ““God Is Not The God Of The Dead, But Of The Living” – Bible study”

In our prayers, we usually pray about what weighs the heaviest on our heart (Matthew 26:36-44). Our finite minds can never predict what is in the infinite mind of God. However, we can eliminate many prayer requests which we know to be unworthy (James 4:3). Earnest prayer sets in motion forces which are far beyond … Continue reading “Paying The Price Of Answered Prayer – Bible study”

As Christ is our godly example for us to follow (1 Peter 2:21; 1 John 2:6; cf. Acts 10:38), we too should be godly examples to our children and grandchildren. The following poem by an unknown author, graphically illustrates the necessity of our being a godly example: “A careful man I want to be, A … Continue reading “Teaching By Example – Bible study”

A crew of workmen labor for several months to build a house. When completed, it houses not only a family, but represents a sizable investment. However, if someone forgets to put a cigarette out, and something catches fire, that fire can completely consume that house in short order. A forest may take fifty or more … Continue reading “The Tongue And Fire – Bible study”

A distraught father, some years ago in another state, asked if I would meet with his daughter concerning modern-day-miracles. I had known this family for years, and when working in a Jr. College “Bible Chair” arrangement, had her as a student in some classes. She had obeyed the gospel in her youth, and was most … Continue reading “The Eighth-of-an-Inch Miracle – Bible study”

I stood beside the river.. It was quiet and calm and still, When someone cast a stone into the water.as folks will; With a tiny splash it landed, Then, quickly sank below, But it broke the peaceful silence, And the waters gentle flow. Then the splash became a ripple, That extended far and wide, Till … Continue reading “He Who Cast A Stone – Bible study”

Ahithophel (his name means “brother of folly”) was a statesman and counselor of kings, who enjoyed such great fame and popularity that his counsel “was as if a man inquired at the oracle of God” (2 Samuel 16:23). But Ahithophel was an opportunist. He had been advisor to King David (2 Samuel 15:12), until Absalom … Continue reading “Ahithophel — A Brother Of Folly – Bible study”

Our local paper carried accounts of two science workshops in local schools, and in reading the accounts, we could see that science was truly at work. In one case, the earth’s revolving around the sun was demonstrated by drawings and showing them in rapid sequence. That illustrated a point of science! In the other case, … Continue reading “Now, That’s Science! – Bible study”

The way we view life makes all the difference in the world. We carve out for ourselves incentives and motivation from the structure of our conduct and existence. The apostle Paul cogently reminds us: For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is … Continue reading “Proper Perspective – Bible study”

Well, another birthday has rolled around for this writer. It seems as though they roll around more often as each successive year goes by. For example, the last ten years have really speeded by, seemingly in a two year period of time! A lot of water has run under the bridge during this past year, … Continue reading “Another Birthday Rolls Around – Bible study”