Sermons and Biblical Studies

A querist asks, “In reading about the collection taken for Judea in Acts 11:27, due to the prophets vision by the Holy Spirit regarding impending famine, I would like to receive feedback on whether ornot this was the same collection from Romans 15:26 and 1 Corinthians 16:3 (two which I believe to be the same). … Continue reading “Collection For The Judean Saints – Bible study”

A querist asks, “In Jude 1:12-13, what does the symbolism refer to in these verses with reference to the false teachers mentioned in Jude 1:4?” The text in Jude 1:12-13 reads: “These are spots in your love feasts, while they feast with you without fear, serving only themselves; they are clouds without water, carried about … Continue reading “A Question Regarding False Teachers In Jude – Bible study”

The following thoughts from Wilferd A. Peterson, a prolific American writer, contain practical principles regarding the raising of our children: Of all the commentaries on the Scriptures, wrote John Donne, good examples are the best. In practicing the art of parenthood, an ounce of example is worth a ton of preachment. Our children are watching … Continue reading “Practical Principles In Raising Our Children – Bible study”

One of the greatest needs in our world today, is the idea of reconciliation. In order to establish and continue a healthy and proper relationship with others, we must be willing to admit our share of the responsibility of that relationship and be willing to unconditionally forgive when we have been wronged. And let us … Continue reading “Some Thoughts On Reconciliation – Bible study”

Paul promises that all who live godly in Christ will suffer persecution (2 Timothy 3:12), and it needs to be remembered that not all persecution is of a physical sort that touches our fleshly bodies. More, all will be tempted (1 Corinthians 10:13), and all will have those occasions when they sin (1 John 1:8, … Continue reading “And If We Suffer… – Bible study”

In 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Paul asks two questions of the saints at Corinth, regarding saints judging the world (1 Corinthians 6:2) and angels (1 Corinthians 6:3). A question we might ask ourselves is, “In what manner are saints to judge the world and angels?” The context in the beginning verses of 1 Corinthians 6 is … Continue reading “Judging The World And Angels – Bible study”

We live in a world where people speak constantly with little regard for whether what they say is true. In fact, we become so inundated with insincerity in every facet of life, that when we see or hear plain, honest speech or behavior, it leaps out at us as something completely outside the norm. Years … Continue reading “On Speaking The Truth – Bible study”

After completing many years as a journalist, Arthur Brisbane was offered six months of paid vacation time by William Randolph Hearst, the publisher of the San Francisco Examiner. Brisbane refused to accept the kind offer because of two reasons. He said, “If I quit writing my newspaper column for six months, it might affect the … Continue reading “Would You Be Missed? – Bible study”

Effective leadership is an integral part of a successful Christian life (Joshua 1:1-11; Joshua 24:14-31). Today, Im posting a link to Michael Hyatts web site where he presents 4 Ways To Become A Leader People Want To Follow. Ive added some appropriate Scriptures. The following are four C’s of effective leadership from Mr. Hyatt’s web … Continue reading “4 Ways To Become A Leader People Want To Follow – Bible study”

The following are some significant truths about our Lord and Savior that we should give thought to as children of God (Romans 8:16; Gal. 3:26; 1 John 5:2): He was born that we might be born again (John 1:11-14; John 3:1-8; 1 Peter 1:18-23). He became poor that we might become rich (2 Corinthians 8:9; … Continue reading “Some Significant Truths About Christ – Bible study”