Sermons and Biblical Studies

The story is told of a small boy from a Chicago slum who was taken to the hospital with a broken leg. There were seven children in his family and their hunger often went unsatisfied. When such a commodity as a glass of milk could be afforded, it had to be shared by at least … Continue reading “Why Do We Drink So Sparingly? – Bible study”

A querist asks, In Jude 1:7 KJV, the passage refers to “strange flesh.” Can you please comment on what this phrase is referring to? Jude 1:7 NKJV reads: “as Sodom and Gomorrah, and the cities around them in a similar manner to these, having given themselves over to sexual immorality and gone after strange flesh, … Continue reading “A Question Regarding “Strange Flesh” – Bible study”

If we were ever invited to a meeting at the White House with the President, we would first encounter a protocol officer who would meet us and outline proper procedures for meeting with him. It would be unacceptable for us to let loose with a burst of undignified verbiage or any kind of negative criticism. … Continue reading “Our Faith Must Be An Unwavering Faith – Bible study”

The story is told of a dear sister in Christ who one day passed away after a prolonged illness. On the table in the preacher’s home, were some pictures of the deceased one of which was to be used for the obituary. The preacher had gone downstairs with his three-year-old son for a little play … Continue reading ““God Can Fix It!” – Bible study”

When we place our food order at a fast food restaurant, the cashier will sometimes ask us: Would you like to supersize that? In essence, they are asking us if we want more of what we are already getting. Similarly, when we come into Gods presence, we need to ask: “Lord, please supersize [expand] my … Continue reading ““Supersize Our Understanding, Lord” – Bible study”

A querist asks, “I’m puzzled about Christ’s requirement in Luke 14:26 to hate our families and even our own selves in order to be His disciple. Other passages in the New Testament tell me that we are to love ourselves, our wives and one another. Can you please explain to me what the Lord is … Continue reading “A Question Regarding Luke 14:26 – Bible study”

Because of my mother’s health problems and other pressing issues, I have decided to take a short sabbatical until the end of 2008. Your interest in these Bible-based articles over the past nine months, has greatly encouraged me to “keep on keeping on.” As long as our great God gives me life, I will prayerfully … Continue reading “Taking A Short Sabbatical – Bible study”

A recent visitor queried Google for I Am Statements. Here are some lessons that feature “I Am Statements” by Jesus. I Am The Way, The Truth, and The Life I am the Resurrection and the Life I Am the Light of the World I Am the Bread of Life I am the Good Shepherd

In matters pertaining to religion, God has given Christ “all authority” (Matthew 28:18 – NKJV; cf. John 14:6 – NKJV; Acts 4:12 – NKJV). When the authority of Christ is ignored or usurped by men, confusion reigns and apostasy is the result. The authority of Christ is expressed by the Holy Spirit after our Lord’s … Continue reading “By What Authority? – Bible study”

The words of the following poem by an unknown author are simple, yet profound, teaching a biblical principle: “You’ve each been given a bag of tools, A formless block, and a book of rules, And each must make, ere life has flown, A stumbling block or a stepping stone.“ God gives each of us abilities … Continue reading “Are We Stepping Stones Or Stumbling Blocks? – Bible study”