Sermons and Biblical Studies

By the first of the year, my kitchen cabinets are a mess. Outdated spices, stale cereal; old cans and jars of unusual things (stuffed cabbage leaves or hot mushroom dip??). You probably have the same problem. I simply must clean those shelves. But did you know that God also demanded a clean kitchen, although slightly … Continue reading “Cleaning Our Closets – Bible study”

The most effective way to encourage people not to take something seriously, is to trivialize it. In recent decades, such has been done not only with Satan, but with the eternal domain which the Bible terms “hell.” Its unfortunate, but this word has been introduced into everyday conversation and used so frequently, that it has … Continue reading “Hell And Arrogance – Bible study”

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). In fact, true happiness … Continue reading “What Kind Of Sermon Are We Preaching Before Others? – Bible study”

Psalm 15 gives a vivid picture of the person whose conduct grows out of fellowship with the living God. The question, Lord, who may abide in Your tabernacle? (Psalm 15:1) is answered with examples from everyday living: He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart (Psalm 15:2). The Psalmist … Continue reading ““Lord, Who May Abide In Your Tabernacle?” – Bible study”

In a large metropolis, a newspaper ad showed three people waiting for a city bus. Two of them were bored and listless, while the third was happily playing a game on a small portable electronic device. The ad said, “Do something with your nothing that nothing time. The time in between everything else you have … Continue reading ““That Nothing Time” – Bible study”

There’s a definite connection between the epidemic of violence we’ve seen among children in recent years and the lack of conscientious parents. Many children are left home alone with unsupervised television after school, on holidays, and during summer months. From this “electronic babysitter,” they get an education in such negative traits as disrespect for adults, … Continue reading “Are We Giving Our Children The Leftovers? – Bible study”

There are few things which contribute more to the growth and strength of the Lord’s church than qualified and dedicated Bible class teachers. Parents want the very best Bible-based instruction available for their children, and they deserve it! Yet, at a time in which mature and competent teachers are so desperately needed, many of them … Continue reading “Don't Be A Dropout! – Bible study”

Since the advent of social networks such as Twitter, Google+ and Facebook, and being able to access these networks 24/7 either via computer or Smartphone, this writer is convinced that as a society, we are definitely promoting an artificial and temporary long distance social environment in interacting with our fellow man, over a long term … Continue reading “Is Facebook Making Us Lonely? – Bible study”

The story is told of a couple who took a trip to England to shop in a beautiful antique store to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. They both liked antiques and pottery, and especially teacups. Spotting an exceptional cup, they asked “May we see that? We’ve never seen a cup quite so beautiful.” As the … Continue reading “The Teacup Story – Bible study”

America has become a land of “instant” everything. One can purchase instant soup, instant coffee, instant iced tea, instant mashed potatoes, and countless other instant items. The advent of the microwave oven also has increased this demand for instantaneous fulfillment. No longer must hungry consumers wait thirty minutes for a meal to be prepared; now … Continue reading “One Minute Bible Study? – Bible study”