Sermons and Biblical Studies

Have we ever seen a head moving around but not connected to a body? Have we ever seen a body moving around but not connected to a head? We understand that if all human bodies and heads were disconnected, neither the heads nor the bodies would continue to live. The New Testament portrays Jesus as … Continue reading “Christ And His Church Are Inseparable – Bible study”

There are some members of the Lord’s church who hold to the antinomianism concept that we not under law any law, but are solely under God’s grace. They openly dismiss the New Testament teaching of “pattern theology.” However, the inspired apostle Paul did not support the antinomianism concept when he wrote: “Hold fast the pattern … Continue reading ““Hold Fast The Pattern” – Bible study”

A querist asks, “There are several passages in the New Testament in which the word ‘reprobate’ or phrase ‘reprobate mind’ is used. Can you please provide me a definition of the word reprobate?” In all of the New Testament passages where the word “reprobate” is used, we find the transliterated Greek word “adokimos.” The word … Continue reading “Defining The Term “Reprobate” – Bible study”

As faithful followers of our Lord, we must be willing to “sit at Jesus’ feet” like Mary in order to receive His instructions (Luke 10:39; cf. Matthew 7:24; 1 John 3:22). In this “sitting,” there is a submission of our will to His will (Matthew 7:21; Luke 22:42; cf. John 5:30; John 6:38). Like Mary, … Continue reading “Sitting At Jesus' Feet – Bible study”

At one time or another, we’ve all used second hand merchandise, whether it was handed down from siblings or purchased at a garage sale. There are times when we think we are getting a real bargain, only to find out later that we got a lemon. This is the case with those who buy into … Continue reading “Second Hand Faith – Bible study”

For several years now, drug companies have become profitable selling drugs that prevent hardening of the arteries, a condition that can lead to heart attacks which kill thousands of people every year. However, a more serious condition than the hardening of the arteries exists and it cannot be prevented by any wonder drug. The prophet … Continue reading “The Hardening Of The Heart – Bible study”

Luke records Pauls entrance into Thessalonica where there was a synagogue of the Jews (Acts 17:1 NKJV) and provides insight into Pauls method of teaching: Then Paul, as his custom was, went in to them and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and demonstrating, that the Christ had to suffer and … Continue reading “Paul's Method Of Teaching – Bible study”

In the book of Joel, we see that Joel’s prophecy was brought about by a plague of locust coming upon the land of Canaan (Joel 1:4). In fact, the people of God could not remember a more severe plague (Joel 2:2). This devastating plague, as well as a severe famine in the land, was designed … Continue reading “On Teaching Future Generations – Bible study”

A querist asks, “If a man and woman are living together in fornication, are they truly married?” When God described the unique relationship that he had with His chosen people Israel, he declared in Ezekiel 16:8: “Yes, I swore an oath to you and entered into a covenant with you, and you became Mine, says … Continue reading “True Marriage Demands A Marriage Covenant – Bible study”

The story is told of a young boy who one day proudly announced to his father, “I know what the Bible stands for!” His father smiled and replied, “What do you mean you know what it stands for?” The son replied, “But I do know!” “So son, what does the Bible stand for?” “That’s easy, … Continue reading “The Word “Bible” And What It Stands For – Bible study”