Sermons and Biblical Studies

There are many in the religious world today who claim to have the supernatural gifts of tongues and healings. However, this cannot be true, because the purpose of the miraculous gifts in the first century was to “confirm” the word of God (Mark 16:20; Hebrews 2:3-4; cf. Acts 5:12; 1 Corinthians 2:4-5). The word “confirm” … Continue reading “A Look At The Word “Confirm” – Bible study”

A woman driver was having difficulties getting her automobile started after it had stalled in traffic. The gentleman (?) in the car behind her insisted on expressing his impatience with her by blowing his horn every few seconds. Finally, the lady worn out by his thoughtlessness, stepped out of her automobile, walked back to the … Continue reading “Are We “Helping” Or “Honking?” – Bible study”

In Mark 15:1, the biblical record tells of the enemies of Christ binding Him in preparation for His trial before Pilate. Upon reading this text, our hearts are filled with sadness knowing our Lord was about to be crucified. Furthermore, it fills us with various degrees of righteous indignation, for surely we would have stood … Continue reading “Do We Bind The Hands Of Jesus? – Bible study”

In Isaiah 64:8, Isaiah presents God as the Potter who naturally cares about that which He has created. He does not want to discard his creation. “But now, O LORD, You are our Father; We are the clay, and You our potter; And all we are the work of Your hand.“ God is the “Father … Continue reading “Is God The Potter Of Your Life? – Bible study”

When people first become Christians, they usually are very excited about being saved. They want to go out and teach the whole world. They are burning with zeal. They love the Lord and want to share Him with everyone (cf. Acts 9:17-22). A true disciple has given himself to the Lord, to be taught and … Continue reading “On Losing Our First Love – Bible study”

Not long before the southern Kingdom of Judah was delivered into Babylonian captivity under the hand of Nebuchadnezzar, Jeremiah the prophet reminded the people that they were to obey God who had delivered them from the oppressor in former days so that all would be well with them. However, we read that like their ancestry, … Continue reading “Has Truth “Perished” From Our Generation? – Bible study”

In Genesis 9:15-16, God told Noah and his sons: “And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh. And the bow shall be in the cloud; and I will look upon it, … Continue reading “God's Covenant With The World – Bible study”

While substituting in one of our local school libraries today, I noticed a placard in the librarians video room. The following words of wisdom regarding the habits we cultivate, were written on that placard: I am your constant companion. I am your greatest helper or heaviest burden. I will push you onward or drag you … Continue reading “Your Constant Companion – Bible study”

The fact of one snake eating another snake is well known in the zoological world. Reptiles will sometimes grab different ends of the same piece of food. Sooner or later their struggle for that last bite brings them nose to nose. Then the surprise comes the snake with the widest bite will keep right on … Continue reading “On Biting And Devouring One Another – Bible study”

In his book entitled, Rich Christians In An Age Of Hunger: Moving from Affluence to Generosity, Dr. Ronald J. Sider, professor of theology at Palmer Theological Seminary, brings out the following thoughts on page 206 and 207 regarding the importance of Christian fellowship: The God of the Bible is calling Christians today to live in … Continue reading “Powerful Christian Fellowship – Bible study”