Sermons and Biblical Studies

From a cursory reading of the Bible, we know and understand that God does indeed answer prayer (Matthew 6:5-15; Matthew 7:7-12; 1 John 3:21-22; 1 John 5:14-15; cf. John 9:31; John 15:7; James 1:5-6; James 5:13-18). Now the question is asked, How does God answer prayer? The following are some biblical answers to that question: … Continue reading “How Does God Answer Prayer? – Bible study”

More than one hundred years ago, English author and poet Charles MacKay (l814-l889) observed the way evil seems to come against good. He wrote his thoughts in the following poem called “No Enemies?“ You have no enemies, you say? Alas, my friend, the boast is poor; He who has mingled in the fray Of duty, … Continue reading ““You Have No Enemies, You Say?” – Bible study”

Shortly after becoming the President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln was taken to task for his kindness toward his enemies. A close associate asked him, Why do you try to make friends of them, when you are now in a position to destroy them? Lincoln gently replied, Am I not destroying my enemies when … Continue reading “How To Destroy Our Enemies – Bible study”

The preacher is sometimes accused of being narrow-minded because he insists upon Christians forsaking all, to follow Christ(Philippians 3:7-8; cf. Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 6:14-18). But when we think about it, isnt all of life narrow success being found only by passing through the narrow gate and down the straight way? (Matthew 7:13-14). For example, … Continue reading “Some Thoughts On Narrow-Mindedness – Bible study”

One of the basic principles taught to young medical students is the idea of Do No Harm. Interns are told: There may be patients whose problems are beyond your ability to help. Your diagnosis may be based on limited knowledge or understanding. Your treatment may do damage rather than doing good. Be careful about your … Continue reading “Let Us “Do No Harm” – Bible study”

A man fidgets and paces the floor. He spends sleepless nights wondering and worrying about the future. He fumes, If only I knew what the future holds, I could make the right decision. Any kind of risk scares most of us. We want a sure thing. What does the future hold, we ask? Unfortunately, there … Continue reading “Some Thoughts For The Upcoming New Year – Bible study”

The parable is told that one Sunday, near the end of the service, the preacher asked help in moving an urn of flowers from the platform. A young man came to the front and waited for the preacher to hand him the lovely vase filled with roses. Just as he reached up, he dropped the … Continue reading “The Parable Of The Dropped Vase – Bible study”

The backsliders calendar is a result of the many excuses some members give for not attending the worship services of the church. Our Lord had to deal with folks who gave Him some lame excuses as well (Matthew 8:18-22; Luke 9:57-62; Luke 14:15-20). Sad to say, people havent changed too much since then. January I … Continue reading “The Backslider’s Calendar – Bible study”

The story is told of man who was not well-educated, his manner being somewhat rough and crude. One Sunday, he made the decision to render obedience to the Lord. He became a very zealous Christian, boiling over with great enthusiasm wanting to be of some genuine service to God. One day, the preacher handed the … Continue reading “The “Secretary” Didn't Know How To Spell! – Bible study”

The story is told of a little boy who was one day conversing with his playmate regarding his grandmothers glasses. He told his playmate, When I get older, I want to wear glasses just like Grannys, because she can see so much more than most people. Why, she can see good in a person when … Continue reading “Let’s Wear A Pair Of Granny’s Glasses! – Bible study”