Sermons and Biblical Studies

Some time back, we began the procedure that once was a “standard” thing in most congregations: counting the number of daily Bible readers. It is one of the matters fixed firmly in my mind from childhood, as then a good brother, after the classes, would give announcement regarding the attendance and the number of daily … Continue reading “Why Don’t I Read My Bible? – Bible study”

One’s own personal and individual accountability before God is indeed a weighty matter to consider, and even if other men did not enter the picture, the subject would be serious enough. But, influence being what it is, our relationships with others, and our living before others, means that our responsibility is greater. We dare not … Continue reading “Pure From Other Men’s Blood – Bible study”

One of the wonderful things about such a fine lectureship as we’ve just concluded is the great benefit that extends beyond the week of lectures. We learned and we grew during the week as the lectures were presented, and we added to all of that in our examination of the lectureship book. Beyond that, there … Continue reading “The Psalms, and Permanent Impressions – Bible study”

It was Paul who declared that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation (Romans 1:16). It was Paul who declared that the saints are engaged in a spiritual conflict – against spiritual wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). And it was Paul who describes the Christian’s armor and equipment, and pointed to the Christian’s weapon: “The … Continue reading “Paul, Set for the Defense of the Gospel! – Bible study”

Someone once made an acrostic lesson, showing that this is the make-up of true JOY. the point was that it works in this way, and it works right, and that it can work in no other way. Many Christians can echo what an old song said, “I Have Found It So!” Surely the Perfect Man … Continue reading ““Jesus – Others – Yourself” – Bible study”

We all have heard it said many times down through the years, and it is always a disappointing thing. It should never be said by a child of God! He/she was added to the church by the Lord himself (Acts 2:47) upon obedience to the gospel. Wherever that Christian goes, duty demands placing membership with … Continue reading ““I Just Don’t Feel A Part…” – Bible study”

We’ve just had to say that concerning an activity planned for the Austin area, with at least some congregations in the area actively participating in the event. The spearheading is from a congregation to our south, and the topic area is indeed worthwhile. But, involved in the activity will be those known to be men … Continue reading “Ephesians 5:11 – Basis For Saying, “No” – Bible study”

The charge was, “You can’t find where the congregation’s funds were to used except for the needy!” Well, the fellow was wrong. In I Corinthians 16:1, introducing the matter of giving, Paul laid down the foundational teaching: Each give, on the first day of the week. And, he laid it in the context of the … Continue reading “The Contribution Only for the Needy? – Bible study”

“Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven. but whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 10:32-33). Among the several ways in the New Testament by which proper response to God, and … Continue reading “Confessing … Or Denying? – Bible study”

SUBJECT: Christian Living TITLE: In No Position to Ask PROPOSITION: To show three examples in the Bible where some have asked amiss of their own lusts. OBJECTIVES: The listener should be able to understand, explain, and illustrate what asking amiss means in James 4:3. The listener should then be able to explain the one thing … Continue reading “In No Position to Ask – Bible study”