Sermons and Biblical Studies

The teaching of many denominations, that an individual can be saved simply by believing [God does all the work of saving man], can easily be refuted by turning to James 2:19-NKJV and looking at the text which states: You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe and tremble!“ James … Continue reading ““A Demon Kind Of Faith” – Bible study”

In my fifty-plus years as a Christian, this writer has rarely heard anyone preach on the subject of eternity, nor have I read many bulletin articles on the subject. The reason being, is that the human finite mind just cant conceive of an existence that lasts forever with no end, and no beginning. How can … Continue reading “A Look At Eternity – Bible study”

In Exodus 7-12, we see the efforts of God through Moses attempting to persuade Pharaoh to release the children of Israel from bondage. Through a series of plagues, we see Pharaohs heart becoming more and more resistant the plagues of blood, frogs and lice not moving him. But when the flies came, Pharaoh offered his … Continue reading ““Not A Hoof Shall Be Left Behind” – Bible study”

A querist asks, “When preachers withhold plain Bible teaching regarding a sinful practice that exists in a congregation so they won’t“rock the boat,” is this a sinful practice?” Indeed it is, (see 1 Corinthians 5:1-2 and commentary), because it shows a lack of concern for the souls of men, and those that do so will … Continue reading “Do We Have To “Rock The Boat” In Our Preaching? – Bible study”

As Jesus sat in the temple near the treasury, He watched the people walk by and deposit their gifts (Mark 12-41-44; Luke 21:1-4), especially noticing the rich who were giving. He then observed a poor woman throwing in two mites. A mite was the least valuable coin in circulation at the time. It was less … Continue reading “There’s Great Power In Two-Mite Giving! – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Why is there evil in the world, and why do people do evil things?” Evil exists today due to the choices that we make (James 1:13-15). God has given man the power of choice as a free moral agent. The Bible teaches that all men have the ability to choose between right … Continue reading “The Problem Of Evil – Bible study”

Over the years, this writer has been privileged to have been around people who have been blessed with a cheerful disposition. They are positive folks who always seem to be happy. Every day, they wear a perpetual smile, almost as if they were advertising toothpaste! Then there are others, who seem to always be chronically … Continue reading “The Vision Of Joy That Awaits Us – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Did Jephthah really offer his daughter as a burnt sacrifice? I’ve heard ‘yes’ and ‘no’ from different preachers and have always wondered if he did.” Jephthah, one of Israel’s judges (Judges 11:1-40; Judges 12:1-7), vowed to the Lord that if the He would grant him victory over the evil Ammonites, the first … Continue reading “What About Jephthah's Vow? – Bible study”

Today, fellow Christians in “The Fellowship Room” have been discussing some disturbing “trends” presently occurring in the brotherhood. Some of the trends being discussed are: The abandoning of Bible authority (Colossians 3:17), resulting in a “do your own thing” type of worship (called “will worship” in Colossians 2:23 KJV). The desire for the Lord’s church … Continue reading “Disturbing Trends In The Brotherhood – Bible study”

The story is told of a wealthy man who felt his son needed to learn gratefulness, so he sent him to stay with a poor farmers family. After a month, the son returned home. His father asked, Now dont you appreciate what we have? The boy thought for a moment and said, The family I … Continue reading “Buying What Truly Satisfies Without Money – Bible study”