Sermons and Biblical Studies

When man refuses to see the abundant proof of God’s eternal power and divine attributes in the created world, he “glorifies Him not as God, neither is thankful.” (Romans 1:21). In reading Romans 1:20, we learn that God has a divine nature. All who recognize God’sdivine nature, glorify Him with the honor so justly due … Continue reading “When God Gives Us Up – Bible study”

In Acts 7:59-60, Luke records that when Stephen was stoned, he “fell asleep.” Our English word “cemetery” comes from this same Greek word (koimao – Strongs 2837), which means “to put to sleep.” When we consider “death” as “falling asleep,” we are thinking positive thoughts about death rather than the usual harshness men associate with … Continue reading “Let Us “Die In The Lord” – Bible study”

When we study the Bible and consider what a passage does not say, God’s truth becomes vividly impressed on our minds. For example, when the Jews on the day of Pentecost asked Peter and the rest of the apostles what to do to be saved, Peter did not say, “You are already saved since you … Continue reading “Considering What A Passage Does “Not” Say – Bible study”

Many times in our Christian walk, it becomes very discouraging to continue to do good and receive no word of thanks or see no tangible results. However, Paul challenges us to keep on doing good because in due time we will reap that eternal reward. And let us not grow weary while doing good, for … Continue reading ““And Let Us Not Grow Weary” – Bible study”

As individual members in the Lord’s church, we must keep “movin’ on” to greater accomplishments, never being content with how far we’ve come with past accomplishments (Philippians 3:13-14). If we do not continue to have some direction, purpose, or plan in mind, we will never go anywhere, and thus become unproductive citizens in the Lord’s … Continue reading “We've Got To Keep “Movin' On” – Bible study”

In comparing Isaiah 2:1-5, Isaiah 11:6-9, and Micah 4:1-4, we see the coming kingdom of the Lord dramatically portrayed, as a kingdom of peace. In Romans 14:17, Paul adds two other key virtues of the kingdom, righteousness and joy. The first essential virtue of the Lord’s kingdom is “righteousness.” All the commandments of God are … Continue reading “The Key Virtues Of The Lord's Kingdom – Bible study”

One of the greatest difficulties in serving God in this country is the tendency toward complacency. In America, we are blessed with laws which protect us from persecution, and we are individually blessed with a wealth which exceeds almost any country in history. Even today, much of the world would be amazed at what we … Continue reading “Our Tendency Toward Complacency – Bible study”

John was a professional salt-water fisherman. He explained to his good friend Jack, how he cruised out to sea each morning, coming back each evening with his catch. Jack asked, “Is there a part of the year you can’t go out?” John replied, “The winter is too risky. Below freezing, the spray of the water … Continue reading “Keeping The “Ice” Off Our Bow – Bible study”

At the close of an important speech to Congress on January 6, 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt shared his vision of the kind of world he wanted to see after the war in Europe was over (scroll down to 14). He spoke of four basic freedoms which should be enjoyed by all people: Freedom of … Continue reading “The Most Important Freedom Of All – Bible study”

Many people in our world have concluded that the Bible is an incomprehensible book of “mystery.” It is looked upon as a book of unresolved conflicts and offers only numerous viewpoints. However, the Bible puts great emphasis upon understanding. The terms “understand” and “understanding” are used more than three hundred times in God’s revelation. The … Continue reading “Is It Possible To Understand The Bible? – Bible study”