Sermons and Biblical Studies

A marriage may be “made in heaven” but its maintenance must be done on earth. A wife once said of her husband, “It takes both of us to take out the garbage. I can’t carry it, and my husband can’t remember it.” Marriage is a man and woman pulling together, not in competition with one … Continue reading “Marriage And Maintenance – Bible study”

Growing up on a farm back in the 1940’s, this writer vividly remembers a time when folks knew how to trim a wick on a kerosene lamp so it wouldn’t smoke up the chimney. I also remember when electricity replaced the kerosene lamp, and when automatic washers replaced scrub boards, and dryers replaced clothes lines. … Continue reading ““We've Come A Long Way, Baby” – Bible study”

The expression, “Use it or lose it” is often heard with regard to physical exercise. We know that our muscles must be used in order to insure their greater use in the future. To fail to use one’s muscles, not only will lead to the loss of the strength we presently have, but will ultimately … Continue reading ““Use It Or Lose It” – Bible study”

Recently, my wife and I stopped at a local fast-food restaurant for hamburgers. As we ate in their outside eating area, I noticed that a beautiful blackbird, having midnight black body feathers, coal black tail, and wing feathers, landed in the empty space beside our car. Standing very patiently, I knew that all he wanted … Continue reading ““Just Crumbs Will Do” – Bible study”

The word “transformed” is from the Greek word “metamorphoo,” (to transform or change) and is found only in Romans 12:2 and two of the gospels. In the gospel accounts (Matthew 17:2, Mark 9:2), the term is used with regard to the transfiguration of Jesus. The story is told of a Christian man who wanted to … Continue reading “A Look At The Word “Transformed” – Bible study”

Three people were once talking about the “best” position for prayer. One thought it was important to hold one’s hands together as he prayed. The second advocated that prayer was best when one was kneeling. The third insisted that standing was a suitable position. As they talked, a telephone repairman listened as he worked on … Continue reading “The “Best” Position For Prayer – Bible study”

When we think of the fact that sin is running rampant in our country, we cannot restrain a feeling of distress. Jeremiah, the weeping prophet said regarding Judah in Jeremiah 23:10): “For the land is full of adulterers; For because of a curse the land mourns. The pleasant places of the wilderness are dried up. … Continue reading “God's Word — “Like A Fire …. Like A Hammer” – Bible study”

The Bible offers wise counsel under every kind of circumstance. We as Christians need to realize this as we stagger under the blows of what wicked men have done to innocent lives and families in Iraq, Afghanistan, across our nation, and various other parts of the world. King David, in his old age, with inspired … Continue reading “Let's Not Fret Because Of Evil Men – Bible study”

From todays Montana Street bulletin, comes the following above titled article written by Brother John Gipson: I am no prophet or the son of a prophet, but there is one thing I know: A revolution is coming and there is no way to stop it! Its going to sweep across our nation as quickly as … Continue reading “A Revolution Is Coming – Bible study”

Samuel Griswold Goodrich (17931860) was an American author, bookseller, and publisher who believed in the quality and healing properties of cheerfulness. He wrote: Of all the virtues, cheerfulness is the most profitable. It makes the person who exercises it happy, and renders him acceptable to all he meets. While other virtues defer the day of … Continue reading “Cultivating The Quality Of Cheerfulness – Bible study”