Sermons and Biblical Studies

Have we ever pondered the fact that God knows our every thought (Matthew 9:3-4), sees our every action (Acts 5:1-2), and is aware of every decision we make? (Acts 5:3-4) Its a scary thought, isnt it? One that is not to be taken lightly (Hebrews 10:31). If God is acutely aware of all the details … Continue reading “Doing Those Things That Are Pleasing In God's Sight – Bible study”

In the accounts found in Matthew 9:1-8, Mark 2:1-12 and Luke 5:17-26, we read of a paralytic being brought to Jesus. A multitude of people had gathered in Jesus’ house (Mark 2:1), because they had heard of Jesus’ ability to heal (Mark 1:21-37). When Jesus saw the multitude’s faith (cf. Mark 2:5; Luke 5:20), Jesus … Continue reading “Actions Do Speak Louder Than Words – Bible study”

This coming Saturday, January 22, 2011, marks the 38th anniversary of the United States Supreme Court decision of Roe vs. Wade that made abortion legal in this country (1973). Statistics indicate that there were over 1.6 million abortions performed in the United States in 1990. No other taking of human life comes anywhere close to … Continue reading “Another Shameful Anniversary Of Roe vs. Wade – Bible study”

In our world, no one is able to entirely escape criticism. And often times, our careers, emotional stability, and even our very happiness depend upon how we react to it. Criticism should be viewed in a positive way, for it gives us the opportunity for growth. If we are to grow from criticism, we must … Continue reading “Dealing With Criticism – Bible study”

The Roman army is a study in efficient leadership. During the time of our Lord, there were 25 legions in the Roman army. Ordinarily each legion consisted of 6,000 men. Those men were divided into 10 cohorts. Each cohort contained 3 maniples, and each maniple contained 2 centuries. In each province the governor was the … Continue reading “The Centurian's Great Faith – Bible study”

The following discourse was penned by one of the greatest preachers of the 20th century, Brother Robertson L. Whiteside (1869-1951). Although he has been dead for 60 years, he still speaks to us today through the written word (Hebrews 11:4). Brother Whitesides declaration that the greatest of all wars is the war between right and … Continue reading “The Greatest War – Bible study”

In recent years, it has been advocated by some in the religious world, that the word of God cannot be understood by men. However, it would be very inconsiderate of a loving God to give instructions that could not be understood by its recipients, then to judge them by those instructions (John 12:48). However, the … Continue reading “The Gospel And Its Simplicity – Bible study”

Every day, we read horrifying news stories regarding man’s inhumanity to man. For example, in New York City, a policeman was stomped on and hurt badly after being knocked off his scooter. And we’ve all seen on television, protesters, not only with foul language on their shirts, but issuing it out of their mouths as … Continue reading “Living Successfully In Perilous Times – Bible study”

The sins I see in other folks Are the only ones I mention Any mistake that I might make Is justified by a good intention! Author Unknown Let’s think about it!

During a picnic on an extremely hot day at a Wisconsin lake, Norwegian-American Inventor Ole Evinrude’s future wife, Bess, told him how much she would enjoy some ice cream. So the young man gladly made a five mile round-trip by rowboat to bring the ice cream to her. When he returned exhausted with a container … Continue reading “Using God's Power Instead Of Our Own – Bible study”