Sermons and Biblical Studies

Practice what you preach! Christ as the master teacher (John 3:2) taught his disciples not only by word but by example (John 13:15). He demonstrated by His living how they should live before their heavenly Father. After washing the disciples’ feet (John 13:3-5), Christ explained to them the spiritual “benefits” of serving others (John 13:14-17). … Continue reading “Practice What You Preach – Bible study”

In looking at history, we see that great events have occurred around some person of great influence, i.e., Harry Truman, Douglas MacArthur, Winston Churchill, Dwight D. Eisenhower. In times of great national distress, it is nothing short of providential that certain people have been placed in certain places with certain qualifications, i.e., George W. Bush … Continue reading “Are We Not Instruments Of Destiny? – Bible study”

Christianity differs from all other religions of the world in that it is the only religion that has a savior. According to Matthew 1:21, this savior’s name is Jesus, “for he shall save his people from their sins.” In referring to Jesus, Peter declared, “Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no … Continue reading “Christ – The “Only Savior” – Bible study”

In rejoicing over new telescopes, and new techniques, some men of science have been delighted in seeing some things in distant space that heretofore have not been viewed – at least from that far away. One, recently, referred to the viewing of exploding stars, and thus “we have hope that we might have new information … Continue reading “Exploding Stars, and the Birth of the Universe – Bible study”

On a recent beautiful warm Saturday morning, a Christian friend and I were having breakfast at a local restaurant. At a nearby table, we noticed a young woman sitting quietly reading her Bible. She was absorbed in the text, occasionally looking up to consider what she had read. She never said a word, but her … Continue reading “The Power Of Our Silent Influence – Bible study”

When a person has a prejudiced mind, that person is literally cursed because prejudice never saved a soul nor settled any question in the light of truth. Pertaining to religion, prejudice prevents a person from openly investigating the teachings of the Bible to see if what he is practicing corresponds with those teachings (Acts 17:10-11). … Continue reading “The Curse Of A Prejudiced Mind – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Why should I become a Christian? What’s the advantage of being a Christian versus a non-Christian?” There are many biblical reasons for our becoming a New Testament Christian, but here are three primary reasons that stand out in this writer’s mind: 1) Our Past The inspired writer Paul tells us in Romans … Continue reading “Why Become A Christian? – Bible study”

Profitable Bible study involves more than just opening to a chapter and reading the words on the pages. The following are seven guidelines to help us make the most of our study of God’s word: Set aside a regular time Unless we schedule a specific and uninterrupted time for Bible study, we will more than … Continue reading “Seven Guidelines To Profitable Bible Study – Bible study”

He was a brilliant man. Those who knew him well and those who only knew him by reputation said he had more than merely raw intelligence.He had been given a particular gift and of course it was from God (1 Kings 3:5-15). He was handed the kingdom on a platter.His father had already defeated the … Continue reading “Where True Wisdom Begins – Bible study”

In our public prayers, we often thank God for the fact that we live in a country where we can worship Him without fear of reprisal or molestation. Indeed, this kind of prayer is specifically approved in Scripture: Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for … Continue reading “Would We Remain Steadfast And Unafraid? – Bible study”