Sermons and Biblical Studies

In Durham Cathedral, there is an iron-clad, oaken chest with five locks. In olden days, each of five church officers held a key to one of the five locks, and they – the bursar, almoner, sacrist, hosteler, and verger – all had to be present and in agreement before the chest could be opened. Five … Continue reading “Five Keys – Bible study”

As we view Revelation 5, we see a magnificent scene of prayers and praise to the One who was able to open the book (Revelation 5:5). The book symbolizes Gods eternal purpose for mans salvation (Ephesians 1:3-14; Ephesians 3:1-11). The new song in Revelation 5:9, is the song of redemption. The expression new song is … Continue reading “The “New Song” – Bible study”

Conversion is a process of change. Jesus talks about a very real change in our hearts, minds and souls (Matthew 18:1-6). In order for this to happen, we must change the one we are trying to please. Self sits on the throne of most hearts today. We try to please the appetites of the flesh … Continue reading “Unless You Are Converted – Bible study”

There’s no doubt in my mind that I’m a Christian today because of the godly influence of my parents and grandparents in my early childhood. They taught me not only by example, but from the Bible as well. Just as Timothy was reminded by Paul of the faith of his mother and grandmother (2 Timothy … Continue reading “The Powerful Influence Of Our Lives – Bible study”

The following poem by an unknown author, is from today’s Montana Street bulletin. It asks some very personal questions that only each individual member of the Lord’s church can answer. Hopefully, the content will make us think and cause to examine ourselves from time to time (2 Corinthians 13:5): “Are you an active member, the … Continue reading “Don't Just Belong – Bible study”

There’s a principle of law in our world that should be printed indelibly on our minds, and that is: Disuse brings decay. This principle is written upon every facet of life, whether animate or inanimate. Everything is marked with the verdict “use it or lose it.” As followers of Christ, we need to learn this … Continue reading “Disuse Brings Decay – Bible study”

Who is not inspired by the competitor who makes a comeback after being down and seemingly out of the running! The runner who stumbles while coming off the starting blocks, but moves gradually into the lead, stirs the imagination of us all. The team that can come from behind in the last moments to win, … Continue reading “The Greatest Overcomer Of Them All! – Bible study”

Reuters staff writer, Ian Simpson, wrote the following preface to his article entitled, No Facebook Fatigue For Longtime Users: A survey released on Friday shows that people who have used the social networking site over a long period since its founding in 2004, say show no sign that they are tired of posting pictures, updating … Continue reading “No Church Assembly Fatigue Here! – Bible study”

The story is told of a teenage girl who one day walked into the kitchen and asked her mother, “Can I go to an adult movie with my friends tonight?” She pleaded by saying, “Their parents let them go, and if they can go, why can’t I go?” Her mother was preparing a salad for … Continue reading ““Garbage In, Garbage Out” – Bible study”

A few days ago, while rushing about getting things ready to record a favorite television movie, I reached for a cassette tape to record the movie. As I opened the tape case, I discovered the case was empty that what I had thought was a cassette tape, was in fact an empty case. As you … Continue reading “The Case Of The Empty Case – Bible study”