Sermons and Biblical Studies

Do we want a happy and fruitful marriage? The following are ten biblical ways to have and maintain a happy and fruitful marriage: Never be too old to hold hands, rejoicing with your bride (Proverbs 5:18). Remember to say I love you at least once every day (Proverbs 17:17; Ephesians 5:28-29; cf. Matthew 7:12). Never … Continue reading “Want A Happy And Fruitful Marriage? – Bible study”

A querist asks, “In 1 Corinthians 7, Paul is addressing several groups of people regarding marriage. I have two questions: Is Paul providing additional instructions for divorcing a spouse other than what our Lord taught in Matthew 5:32 and Matthew 19:9, and what does the phrase, not under bondage refer to in 1 Corinthians 7:15? … Continue reading “What About “Not Under Bondage”? – Bible study”

The following humorous, but meaningful story comes from todays Montana Street bulletin, illustrating our need for effective communication as we interact with others (especially our spouses!): While attending a marriage seminar dealing with effective communication, Tom and his wife, Grace, attentively listened to their instructor say: It is essential that husbands and wives know each … Continue reading “Effective Communication And A Merry Heart – Bible study”

Politeness has been defined as benevolence in small things. A true Christian recognizes the rights and feelings of others, even in the most trivial matters. In society, he is quiet and unobtrusive. He does not portray an individual who is stuck up nor does he look down upon others because they are not formally educated, … Continue reading “Politeness Is “Benevolence In Small Things” – Bible study”

Do we remember the days when a man used to give up his seat to a woman? When young folks showed respect for their elders? The story is told of General Robert E. Lee, who was one day seated at the rear of a train. All of the seats were filled, mostly with soldiers. A … Continue reading “Good Manners Demand Courtesy To All – Bible study”

The following poem by an unknown author gives us insight into what were really telling others about ourselves by how we speak and how we act: You tell on yourself by the friends you seek, By the very manner in which you speak; By the way you employ your leisure time, By the use you … Continue reading ““You Tell On Yourself” – Bible study”

As Christians, we all have regrets in our lives things we should have done but didnt do, and things we shouldnt have done, but did them anyway. However, there are five things which no one will regret on the day of judgment. If we abide by these principles, we can have boldness to stand before … Continue reading “Five Things No One Will Regret On Judgment Day – Bible study”

Some folks have either stated or implied that they want to live in this world forever (scroll down to the Google video link). But with all the sin, pain, and grief to endure, do we really want to live in this world forever? After sin entered into the world with its attendant pain, death was … Continue reading “Do We Really Want To Live In This World Forever? – Bible study”

How Does Christ Strengthen Us? – Bible Lesson by Mike Riley noting the means by which Christ strengthens us. From Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” In Philippians 4:13, Paul said, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. The strength Paul spoke about was an inner … Continue reading “How Does Christ Strengthen Us? Bible Lesson by Mike Riley – Bible study”

Peter had just returned from an unsuccessful night of fishing in the first portion of Luke 5-NKJV, but at Jesus command to let down his net into deep water, he obeyed and said: Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net (Luke 5:4-5 – … Continue reading “Taking Jesus At His Word – Bible study”