Sermons and Biblical Studies

“Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his live shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it” (Matthew 16:24-25). Few people, it seems, realize that self-denial … Continue reading “Surrendering One’s Will – Bible study”

Our attitude toward giving to others, should be one of not expecting anything in return but to give just because we want to make the lives of people just a little bit brighter. Our giving should be free of pride and selfless in nature (1 John 3:16-18; cf. Deuteronomy 15:7-11). This principle of selfless giving … Continue reading “A Kindly Little Deed – Bible study”

The following questions are good indicators of spiritual growth: Do we spend time reading God’s word and talking with Him each day in prayer? (2 Timothy 2:15 ASV; 1 Thessalonians 1:2). Do we look forward to fellowshipping with the Lord? (Hebrews 10:23-25). What “fruit of the Spirit” is apparent in our life? (Gal. 5:22). Do … Continue reading “Have We Measured Ourselves Lately? – Bible study”

There is probably more harm resulting from the lack of decision than from the wrong decision (1 Kings 18:21). The secret is to distinguish between the inability to make a decision and the wisdom of waiting for new information or evidence. In some circumstances, a decision cannot be given at the moment, but in many … Continue reading “A Look At Indecision – Bible study”

Numerous early Christian martyrs were named Valentine. Which one was actually the hero of Valentines day we cant be sure. There was a Saint Valentine who was persecuted as a Christian by the Roman Emperor, Claudius. He was impressed by Valentine and had a discussion with him, attempting to get him to convert to Roman … Continue reading “Love To Love – Bible study”

From The Fellowship Room, comes today’s Nudge which asks, “Give your best definition of religion.” The Online Etymology Dictionary gives us the following definition of religion: from L. religionem (nom. religio) respect for what is sacred, reverence for the gods, in L.L. monastic life (5c.); according to Cicero, derived from relegare go through again, read … Continue reading “A Definition Of Religion – Bible study”

Here in El Paso, we are approaching forty-one days of one hundred degree temperatures or above. Senior citizens have been cautioned to stay inside their homes, if they possibly can, in order to prevent dehydration and possible heat stroke. The Psalmist compared physical thirst with spiritual thirst when he stated: As the deer pants for … Continue reading “On Quenching Our Thirst – Bible study”

Along with Brotherhood Bloggers, Brotherhood Lectureships, Brotherhood News, and Brotherhood Publications, I’ve added Brotherhood Podcasts to my homepage. All of the above headings along with related links, are located on the far right-hand side of my homepage (scroll down page). Mike Riley

Most of us have read about the infamous John Wilkes Booth who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln in 1865. But have we ever read about Edwin Booth, John’s eldest brother? Edwin Thomas Booth was a well-known American actor who one day was waiting at a Jersey City train station. All of a sudden, he saw a … Continue reading “Life And Death — A Choice – Bible study”

An astronomer once remarked to Fulton J. Sheen, To an astronomer, man is nothing but an infinitesimal dot in an infinite universe. An interesting point of view, Sheen responded, but you seem to forget that your infinitesimal dot of man is still the astronomer. David reminds us of what man the astronomer sees when he … Continue reading “What Is Man? – Bible study”