Sermons and Biblical Studies

When a person has a prejudiced mind, that person is literally cursed because prejudice never saved a soul nor settled any question in the light of truth. Pertaining to religion, prejudice prevents a person from openly investigating the teachings of the Bible to see if what he is practicing corresponds with those teachings (Acts 17:10-11). … Continue reading “The Curse Of A Prejudiced Mind – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Why should I become a Christian? What’s the advantage of being a Christian versus a non-Christian?” There are many biblical reasons for our becoming a New Testament Christian, but here are three primary reasons that stand out in this writer’s mind: 1) Our Past The inspired writer Paul tells us in Romans … Continue reading “Why Become A Christian? – Bible study”

Profitable Bible study involves more than just opening to a chapter and reading the words on the pages. The following are seven guidelines to help us make the most of our study of God’s word: Set aside a regular time Unless we schedule a specific and uninterrupted time for Bible study, we will more than … Continue reading “Seven Guidelines To Profitable Bible Study – Bible study”

He was a brilliant man. Those who knew him well and those who only knew him by reputation said he had more than merely raw intelligence.He had been given a particular gift and of course it was from God (1 Kings 3:5-15). He was handed the kingdom on a platter.His father had already defeated the … Continue reading “Where True Wisdom Begins – Bible study”

In our public prayers, we often thank God for the fact that we live in a country where we can worship Him without fear of reprisal or molestation. Indeed, this kind of prayer is specifically approved in Scripture: Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for … Continue reading “Would We Remain Steadfast And Unafraid? – Bible study”

The greatest activity we can spend time doing is worshipping God. Worship is not repeating hasty, routine petitions or listening to mood-inducing music. Worship is the experience of being “lost in wonder, love, and praise,” as Charles Wesley wrote It’s awe that inspires adoration. When my wife and I first saw the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon, … Continue reading “The Greatest Activity – Bible study”

The story is told of a preacher who once generalized that all infidels were fools. Furthermore, he stated that he could prove his statement to be true for any given case within ten minutes. A man in the audience stood up and proclaimed himself to be an infidel, but no fool. The preacher looked him … Continue reading “Before We Speak Our Mind – Bible study”

In Psalm 20:7-11, the Psalmist writes: “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. the statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring … Continue reading “Heed God’s Warning | God’s Provision Of Ample Warning! – Bible study”

In the congregation that I was a part of growing up in the 60’s, we could often hear an “Amen” being audibly heard at the end of the preacher’s statements that gave emphasis to important declarations of God’s truth that was being proclaimed. The excitement generated by these “Amens” not only inspired the preacher, but … Continue reading “We Don't Hear Too Many “Amens” Anymore – Bible study”

Listen Date written: April 2nd, 2006Scripture ref: Isaiah 53:1-12 SUBJECT: Jesus TITLE: “Let the Beauty of Jesus Be Seen” PROPOSITION: Let the beauty of Jesus be seen in me by my 1) pure life 2) pure speech 3) living sacrifice 4) charitable deeds. Objectives: That each would resolve to be beautiful on the inside and … Continue reading ““Let The Beauty of Jesus Be Seen” – Bible study”