Sermons and Biblical Studies

Actress Julia Roberts was once asked what object she valued most. She replied, “I have a letter from my daddy, the only letter that I managed not to lose as a child. If anyone ever took that letter away from me, I would just be destroyed. It doesn’t mean anything to anybody else, yet I … Continue reading “How Do We View The Bible? – Bible study”

In many colleges around the country, students engage in an interesting annual rite a tug-of-war. Two teams train and prepare to pull together on their end of a rope to win the competition, hoping to avoid the mud-pit between the teams and gain campus bragging rights for another year. Even though it’s a fun competition, … Continue reading “Let There Be No Tug-Of-War Here – Bible study”

The story is told of a man who entered an elaborate church edifice desirous of worshipping God. While observing the religious activities of the congregation, he was moved to tears by the beautiful harmony of the choir and his soul felt borne to heavenly heights as the organ breathed its soothing notes. He listened intently … Continue reading “Our Worship Must Be God-Directed – Bible study”

In growing older, one of the things this writer has learned is not to expect too much from people. For example, many folks will say they are going to do something, and they disappoint us when they fail to live up to their promise. It’s also possible to pour a good deal of energy and … Continue reading “Let's Look At Realistic Expectations – Bible study”

In the Old Testament, Job and Daniel had much in common because both went through serious trials and challenges. Both had great success because of the blessing of God’s presence in their lives. Both are viewed as giants of the faith one for his patience in suffering, and the other for his purity in an … Continue reading “A Contrast In Friends – Bible study”

The story is told of a Russian Christian living under the communist regime, who learned that a friend had acquired a Bible. Since he didn’t own one, he asked his friend if he could borrow it. His friend told him that he read his Bible every evening until 10 p.m. So each night for 8 … Continue reading “What Price For The Book? – Bible study”

The story is told of a successful Christian businessman who was growing old and knew it was time to choose a successor to take over his business. Instead of choosing one of his directors or his children, he decided to do something different. He called all the young executives in his company to the board … Continue reading “Let's Be Careful What We Plant – Bible study”

From all over the world, long lines of visitors wait patiently day after day to visit Lenin’s Tomb and view his embalmed body. Although he died in 1924, the corpse of this Communist leader has relatively suffered no decomposition. In fact, it looks deceptively lifelike. And its appearance is indeed deceptive. Skillful artists monitor the … Continue reading ““He Is Not Here; For He Is Risen” – Bible study”

Recently, I read where a city employee in one California city, sued the city for damages after he backed a dump truck into his own parked car. The man’s argument was that because the city’s vehicle damaged his private vehicle, the city owed him $3,600. As ridiculous as this sounds, passing the buck to others … Continue reading “Passing The Buck Syndrome — The Solution – Bible study”

After the death of Moses, Joshua was commissioned by God not only to be the leader of Israel, but given the daunting task of conquering the land of Caanan as well (Joshua 1:1-6). As Joshua came near to Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a drawn sword … Continue reading “The True Spirit Of Obedience – Bible study”