Sermons and Biblical Studies

Today, in our politically correct and culturally imposed atmosphere, so-called “religious” leaders, who used to condemn sin, are now supporting immoral behavior. Sadly, adultery, fornication, and homosexuality have been upgraded to acceptable status by some denominations. The so-called “Gay Movement,” is affecting nearly every main-line denomination. In an Agape Press article, dated May 2, 2005, … Continue reading “Gay Or Odoriferous? – Bible study”

A querist asks, “My question is regarding that of leadership. There are churches that see nothing wrong in women’s role as a leader in the church. For example, women taking on the role of Sunday school teacher, worship leader, minister, etc. I would like to know what the position of the Church Of Christ is … Continue reading “Women’s Role In The Church – Bible study”

Listen Presumption is a sin that many do not consider. In religious matters many presume that God will be pleased with whatever they think regardless of what God’s word actually says. In life, many people presume that whatever decisions they make are right with God without ever bothering to consult His word. In this lesson … Continue reading “The Sin of Presumption – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Can you please provide my wife and I the proper interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:15?” This passage states, “Notwithstanding she shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faith and charity and holiness with sobriety.” Various kinds of interpretations of this verse have been advocated. It is a high probability that … Continue reading ““…..She Shall Be Saved In Childbearing” – What Does It Mean? – Bible study”

A querist asks, “If a man and woman get married then get divorced, then the man goes and remarries, we know that he (and his new wife) has committed adultery. But say him and his new wife get baptized into the church….are they forgiven and does their marriage now find God’s blessing? Or are they … Continue reading “Does Baptism Remove Sin In An Adulterous Marriage? – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Does Matthew 5:7, James 2:13, and Matthew 18:21-35 state that there are degrees of judgment; that some souls will be judged more leniently than others; that some will “get away” with more than others?” All three of the passages mentioned emphasize compassion and mercy, not degrees of judgment. In the Greek language, … Continue reading “Degrees Of Judgment, Or Compassion And Mercy? – Bible study”

When some folks want to excuse their personal imperfections (whatever they are), and make them acceptable, they sometimes say, “Well, nobody’s perfect!” This is far from what Paul meant in Romans 3:23 when he states, “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” It is essential for us to recognize that … Continue reading ““Well, Nobody’s Perfect!” – Bible study”

The Problems of Preachers In recent news, we’ve seen some very serious problems with a preacher and his family. Preachers are people just like anyone else and they have problems just like anyone else. In this lesson we will look at preachers and some of their problems and understand how the Bible distinguishes between the … Continue reading “The Problems of Preachers (Audio) – Bible study”

A querist asks, “How do i prove to a non-believer that Jesus really existed, historically?” There is more documented evidence that Jesus is a historical personage than any other person in history. If there existed a Julius Caesar, Plato, or Alexander the Great, there must of necessary consequence have existed a man called Jesus (see … Continue reading “The Historical Christ – Bible study”

A querist writes, “I know that we will all be judged someday at the time of Christ’s return. My question is, what happens to people after they die, while the soul waits for judgment?” The Bible teaches that there is an intermediate state (hades – Luke 16:23). Hades is the realm or region of departed … Continue reading “After Death – Then What? – Bible study”