Sermons and Biblical Studies

Once there was a mild-mannered man who was reading a book on being self-assertive. Wanting to put the teachings of the book into practice, he decided to start at home. So he stormed into his house, pointed a finger in his wife’s face, and said: “From now on I’m boss around here and my word … Continue reading “Submissive Leadership – Bible study”

Isaiah’s words about patiently waiting for the Lord in Isaiah 40:27-31, anticipate the future with confident hope. From our place of trial, we wait for an inheritance that is certain to come (1 Peter 1:3-8). Knowing that our destiny is glorious – which is the sure hope of heaven, we’re able to pick up our … Continue reading “Renewing Our Strength As Eagles Wings – Bible study”

Are we so rushed during the day that we find it hard to take even a few minutes to spend with God? Many people set aside time in the early morning before they get caught up in the hectic pace of the day. One very busy doctor discovered the value of putting spiritual things first. … Continue reading “Transforming Our Day — Read God's Word And Pray! – Bible study”

One Sunday, a preacher was delivering his sermon before a large congregation. He pointed out that Christians aren’t exempt from trouble. He went on to say, “Some Christians are surrounded by trouble trouble to the right, trouble to the left, trouble in front, and trouble behind.” After hearing these words, a man who had served … Continue reading “It’s Always Open At The Top! – Bible study”

Bob Hope, the favorite comedian of both service men and Presidents, passed away just a few months following his 100th birthday in 2003. This star of vaudeville, radio, television, and movies was our nation’s most honored comedian and master of the one-liner. Born Leslie Towns Hope on May 29, 1903, in Eltham, England. He was … Continue reading ““Thanks For The Memories” – Bible study”

Some folks will do anything to save a buck. The story is told of a miserly uncle who invited his nephews to hunt for arrowheads in the field behind his house. However, before the search could begin, he told the excited youngsters they had to move all the rocks out of the field and clear … Continue reading “Let’s Not Be An “Old Skinflint!” – Bible study”

When we are young, we can’t wait to grow up. When we are old, we look back longingly to the former years of our youth. But God intends that we joyfully take each season of life as it comes. Whatever our age, He imparts what we need to be all that we can be (Philippians … Continue reading “The “Seasons” Of Our Life – Bible study”

We are often disappointed by the unfaithfulness of people. A family member promises to write, but months go by without a letter. The preacher says he will visit when we are sick, but he doesn’t make it to the hospital or to our home. A friend agrees to be there for us in our bereavement, … Continue reading ““Who Can Find A Faithful Man?” – Bible study”

On November 7, state elections will take place. As American citizens, we enjoy a privilege too few other people of the world enjoy the right to select (by majority vote) the folks who exercise authority over us, and to have some say in the decisions those folks make. It’s a privilege for which we should … Continue reading “A Majority Of Two — God And You! – Bible study”

There is an expression among those who exercise regularly, “No Pain, No Gain.” The expression basically means that if you are not willing to work hard and suffer a little for your efforts, then you are not going to accomplish very much. Just doing the easy and simple exercises that don’t challenge one’s body won’t … Continue reading ““No Pain, No Gain” – Bible study”