Sermons and Biblical Studies

From Matthew 15:8-9, we see the Lords condemnation of religious folks who worshiped God after the commandments of men. When we worship God after man’s commandments, we become hypocrites, simply because if we truly loved and honored God as we claim, we would worship Him precisely as He directs (Matthew 7:21). Though religious folks strongly … Continue reading “Not Falling In The Hypocrite Category – Bible study”

1) Daily thank the Lord for providing the many spiritual benefits we enjoy (Psalm 68:19). 2) Daily cry to the Lord for His mercy (Psalm 86:3). 3) Daily make application of the wisdom found in Gods word (Proverbs 8:32-35). 4) Daily seek the Lord to know His ways (Isaiah 58:2). 5) Daily take up our … Continue reading “Twelve Things To Do Daily – Bible study”

There are past mistakes that members of the Lord’s church have made, which have contributed to an anemic, dwarfed discipleship. One of the saddest mistakes of all, is baptizing a believer in Christ, and then leaving him or her to struggle with temptations and perplexing questions alone. That is nothing short of spiritual cruelty and … Continue reading “Let Us Lovingly Nurture Babes In Christ – Bible study”

The story is told of a ship Captain who was once standing on the bow of his ship with binoculars, carefully watching every rock that protruded above the water. Being sorely frightened, one of the passengers came to the Captain and asked, “Sir, do you know where all the rocks are?” The Captain answered, “No, … Continue reading “Knowing Where The Safe Channel Is – Bible study”

The story is told of a pioneer preacher was one day preaching on the topic, “The Bible can be understood” to a small group who had gathered on the street, when an atheist ridiculed him saying, “Preacher, if the Bible is so easily understood, who don’t more people understand it?” The preacher replied, “If I … Continue reading ““Plant The Good Seed” – Bible study”

Elijah’s question that he asked in 1 Kings 18:21, is just as forceful and applicable today as it was when he asked it. Brethren, it is extremely important the we stand fast in the faith (1 Corinthians 16:13) and stand fast in the Lord (Philippians 4:1), for if we drift along with whatever is easy … Continue reading ““Stand Fast” – Bible study”

Most of us wouldn’t ignore a dollar lying on the ground. We would gladly pick it up and put it in our pocket. Yet we often ignore the Bible, a treasure chest overflowing with God’s precious promises (2 Peter 1:4; cf. 2 Corinthians 6:16-18; 2 Corinthians 7:1). David, the likely author of Psalm 119), recorded … Continue reading “Taking Advantage Of God's Treasure Chest – Bible study”

Vince Lombardi, the legendary coach of the Green Bay Packers, was one of only two men to ever coach three consecutive NFL championships (source). He once said, “I’ve never known a man worth his salt who, in the long run, deep down in his heart, did not appreciate the grind and the discipline. There is … Continue reading “On Disciplining Our Bodies – Bible study”

We can learn a lot from listening to the elderly. This writer used to sit for hours listening to my Aunt Lee tell about the true and exciting stories she was a part of when growing up on a ranch not far from Weatherford, Texas. She lived through Indian uprisings and the horse and buggy … Continue reading “Listening To The Elderly – Bible study”

In looking at the many religious doctrines and proponents of those doctrines that existed in the first century, the apostle Paul encourages the Ephesian brethren: “That we [henceforth] be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, [and] cunning craftiness, whereby they lie … Continue reading “Guarding Against Those Who “Lie In Wait To Deceive” – Bible study”