Sermons and Biblical Studies

There are important life lessons which are learned from simple stories. In fact, our Lord used simple stories in His teaching to illustrate important spiritual truths. For example, the biblical principle of giving and receiving found in Luke 6:38 is illustrated in the following story: Located in western Nevada is the Amargosa Desert. And in … Continue reading “Good Advice From Desert Pete! – Bible study”

Not long ago, I read of an American General in Operation Desert Shield who instructed his soldiers to drink at least six gallons of water every day to avoid dehydration. In fact, there was talk of transporting barges filled with fresh water to seaports just so the demands could be met. Using the above figure … Continue reading “The Extent Of God's Care For His People – Bible study”

Regarding God’s closeness to His people, God said to Moses in Exodus 19:5 – NKJV): “Now therefore, if ye will indeed obey my voice, and keep My covenant, then you shall be a special treasure to Me above all people; for all the earth is Mine.” And in Deuteronomy 7:6 – NKJV, God said: “For … Continue reading “God Wants To Be Close To His People! – Bible study”

Dan Barker (atheist) and Apologetics Press staff member Kyle Butt (Christian theist) conducted a debate on the existence of God on the campus of the University of South Carolina on February 12, 2009. The DVD of the event can be ordered here.The live streaming footage was captured and archived for future viewing. To view the … Continue reading “Darwin Day Debate 2009 – Bible study”

In debating with denominational preachers concerning the necessity of baptism for the remission of sins, Ephesians 2:8-9 is always referred to. One argument that is made in an attempt to deny the essential nature of baptism for salvation is to say that baptism is a human work, and salvation is not of works. In addition … Continue reading “Baptism And Works – Bible study”

After turning 60 years of age a few years ago, this writer is thankful for life’s lessons, joys, blessings (and yes, even disappointments) found in living those 60 plus years. Even though there have been some difficult times, I’ve learned that the lessons of the past, have brought a change in how I view the … Continue reading “God's Faithfulness In Our Lives – Bible study”

Every day on one of our local radio and television stations, I’ve been listening to a beer commercial encouraging people to drink responsibly during the upcoming Super Bowl football game. Knowing that the consumption of only one alcoholic drink adversely effects the human body (see research guidelines & alcohol questions), my question has always been, … Continue reading “Drink Responsibly? – Bible study”

In Luke 14:1 – NKJV, we find Jesus having a meal in the house of one of the chief Pharisees. One of the invited guests who was eating with Him exclaimed: Blessed is he who shall eat bread in the kingdom of God (Luke 14:15 – NKJV). The Lord’s discourse of the parable of the … Continue reading “Excuses Will Lead To Exclusion – Bible study”

We must be willing to investigate all religious teaching as to its validity. For example, there are many religious denominations in the world today, but there were absolutely no religious denominations in the first century (Note the phrase one body or the body in the following inspired passages: Ephesians 4:4; cf. Romans 12:4-5; 1 Corinthians … Continue reading “Investigate, Investigate, and Investigate – Bible study”

History tells us that when a society becomes addicted to pleasure and luxury, it soon ceases to exist through self-destruction. Tribulation ensures our survival by helping to instill within us the qualities of discipline, independence, and creativity. Paul said that adversity helps create perseverance, character, and hope. In Romans 5:3-4, the apostle Paul writes: “And … Continue reading “Are We A Graduate Of Adversity? – Bible study”