Sermons and Biblical Studies

In 1989, CBS presented a dramatic television miniseries called “Lonesome Dove.” It’s a gripping story about two former Texas Rangers in the Old West who face many perils as they drive a herd of cattle northward to Montana. In it Captain Woodrow Call agrees to the deathbed wish of his friend Gus McCrae to bury … Continue reading “Let's Keep Our Word! – Bible study”

One of the exciting occurrences on my grandparent’s farm in the 1940’s, was the arrival of the Montgomery Ward catalog. Often called the “Wish Book,” its pages were filled with images of items ranging from clothing and cookstoves to furniture and tools. The catalog’s warm, friendly tone seemed to invite folks to picture themselves as … Continue reading “The Bible – God's Book Of Hope – Bible study”

When it rains, most people go inside to avoid getting wet. But I can remember many a summer day here in Texas when folks would run outside their homes to stand in a downpour. They were exhuberant, because after experiencing months of scorching temperatures and crippling drought, the sheer joy of a life-giving rain made … Continue reading ““Will You Not Revive Us Again?” – Bible study”

Solomon was a young man charged with the responsibility of governing one of the most prosperous kingdoms in the ancient Near East. Israel’s domain extended from the Euphrates River to the border of Egypt (Genesis 15:18). Responsible for so much, including a vast number of people, Solomon realized he needed help (1 Kings 3:8). So … Continue reading “Let's Ask For Wisdom! – Bible study”

The infamous 19th-century feud between the Hatfields and the McCoys started with a fight over a razorback hog. It turned into a vendetta that continued unabated for several decades. Members of both families committed brutal murders, and their fighting brought heartache to every family in the valley of the Tug Fork River, along the border … Continue reading “God's Vengeance – Not Ours! – Bible study”

Like everyone else in today’s “information age,” I recently received an unsolicited e-mail which was full of truth and wisdom. The e-mail heading was entitled, “Daddy’s Rules For Dating.” With humor and sarcasm, it lists ten rules for any boy who hopes to date a father’s daughter. For example, Rule One says, “If you pull … Continue reading “Daddy’s Rules For Dating – Bible study”

For over 40 years, my father was a TV repairman. He had an unusual ability for correctly diagnosing where the trouble was in any television set, and could fix the problem in short order. As his helper, I noticed that before he would do anything to the TV, he would first look at it and … Continue reading “God Hears Us! – Bible study”

While recently surfing the Internet, I came across the Henry Ford Museum, located in Dearborn, Michigan. In their “online exhibits” section, there is a fascinating exhibit entitled, “Your Place In Time” (click on “The Exhibit” at bottom of page). It is a nostalgic and revealing walk through displays of national and world events covering five … Continue reading “Our Place In Time – Bible study”

The story is told of a surgeon who had to sever a nerve that controlled the muscles of a young woman’s mouth in order to remove a tumor. After the operation, as he and the husband stood by the woman’s bedside, she asked, “Will my mouth always be like this?” The doctor said, “yes, it … Continue reading “The Beauty Of Unconditional Love – Bible study”

In today’s world of cell phones and speed dialing, our inability to remember may be caused by our reliance on these technological “gadgets.” Before the days of these “innovations,” we had to dial our phone numbers. The repeating of those numbers would gradually etch them into our long-term memory. Daily use provided constant review. I … Continue reading “Three Principles Of Memorizing Scripture – Bible study”