Sermons and Biblical Studies

The appeal in 1st and 2nd Kings, is for faithful obedience to God (1 Kings 2:4; 1 Kings 8:25,57-58; 1 Kings 9:1-5; 1 Kings 15:1-5; 2 Kings 18:1-6; 2 Kings 22:1-2; 2 Kings 20:3). The chief aim of both books is to teach great moral lessons exemplified by events in the history of the Jewish … Continue reading “An Appeal For Faithful Obedience – Bible study”

In Zechariah 8:23, the phrase, “take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew” is a very interesting phrase. The “skirt” of a Jew was one that had a fringe and blue ribbon upon it (Numbers 15:38; Deuteronomy 22:12) and was a distinguishing badge of a Jew. The idea here presented is that … Continue reading “Article on the Church in Prophecy: “Take Hold Of The Skirt … Of A Jew” – Bible study”

According to E.W. Bullinger's, “A Critical Lexicon and Concordance To The English And Greek New Testament” (1982), p. 396, the little word, “if” (note 1. (b) – followed by the subjunctive mood) means, “This expresses a condition of uncertainty, with an assumption of some small amount of contingency or probability, where experience will show whether … Continue reading “The Little Word “If” – Bible study”

The following borrowed story is designed to make us “think” about how we as Christians should accept people different than ourselves into our assemblies. Brethren, let us never be guilty of the sin of partiality as illustrated in this story. I saw him in the church building for the first time last Wednesday evening. He … Continue reading ““No, Ma'am, I Won't Ever!” – Bible study”

At the site of Dachau concentration camp near Munich, Germany, is a museum containing relics from the camp, as well as grim photos depicting the camp during the war years. There is a sign next to the exist that reads “THOSE WHO DO NOT LEARN FROM HISTORY ARE CONDEMNED TO REPEAT ITS MISTAKES.” This is … Continue reading “Bible Study on Bible Examples: Dachau – Bible study”

A querist asks, “Are we commanded to fast, just like we are to pray. Is this something that people have forgotten about doing because it is not practiced as often as it should nor is it taught?” Christians are not commanded to fast under the New Testament law of Christ. Early New Testament Christians did … Continue reading “What About Fasting Today? – Bible study”

In Revelation 2:6,15, we read about the “deeds” and the “doctrine” of the Nicolaitans. Just who were the Nicolaitans, what were their deeds, and what was their doctrine? The word, “Nicolaitans” means “destruction of people”. They were a sect or party of evil influence in early Christianity, especially in the seven churches of Asia (Revelation … Continue reading “The Nicolaitans – Who Were They? – Bible study”

A querist asks, “What are the biblical definitions of the terms, apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers, and their specific roles?” In this article, let us briefly explore these definitions in order to better identify these individuals and their roles in the church. Apostle – These men were (1) commissioned by Christ (Luke 6:13; Acts 9:15; … Continue reading “Some Biblical Definitions – Bible study”

In an experimental laboratory, a frog was placed in a container of water. The water was heated at the rate of 0.036 of a degree per second. The frog did not notice the change. When the water finally reached 140 degrees, the frog died. But, he had not been aware of any change in temperature. … Continue reading “Dying By Degrees – Bible study”

Jesus rules his kingdom with “a sceptre of righteousness” (Hebrews 1:8; cf. Psalms 45:6). As “The Prince of Peace” and upholding his kingdom “with justice and with righteousness” (Isaiah 9:6-7 – ESV), the only sceptre appropriate for this king is that of uprightness, equity and justness. His very nature is expressed in loving righteousness, and … Continue reading ““A Sceptre Of Righteousness” – Bible study”