Sermons and Biblical Studies

A querist asks, “In Leviticus 27:30-33, we notice that one tenth of the Hebrew’s annual harvest was to be devoted to the service of God as a “tithe” offering for the support of the Levites and priests in their religious duties (Numbers 18:24; Numbers 18:28). The Israelites of Malachi’s day were violating this law. As … Continue reading “What Kind Of “Givers” Are We? – Bible Questions”

A querist asks, “Could someone please explain Luke 19:27 to me? I don’t believe I’ve ever heard this verse expounded upon at all.” The text reads, “But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me.” The “enemies” Christ refers to in this verse are … Continue reading ““…Slay Them Before Me” – Bible Questions”

Why did Jesus turn water into wine? I suspect the questioner has a little more in mind than this. The question is not one of why did Jesus turn water into wine, but rather, why is it that Jesus chose wine as the beverage into which to turn the water and is this the same … Continue reading “The Truth About Why Did Jesus Turn Water Into Wine? – Bible Questions”

We most always read the scripture in Luke 22 before we partake of the Lord’s Supper. Shouldn’t we also read scriptures that we should do this on the first day of the week? I sometimes wonder if we have non-Christians in our audience that we should include these scriptures also. In 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Paul … Continue reading “Should we read scripture before the Lord’s Supper? – Bible Questions”

When we come across a passage within the Bible that is difficult to interpret or seemingly means something that contradicts another plain teaching of scripture, we must look at it through our understanding of the plain teaching of scriptures. Many choose to interpret the difficult passage first and then take perfectly plain scriptures and twist … Continue reading “Bible Question on Baptism for the Dead, 1 Corinthians 15:29 – Bible Questions”

If the steps to salvation are understand, believe, confess, repent and be baptized… does that mean that if these steps were done but not in that order that one will not find true salvation? Is infant baptism invalid? Thanks for your question. In order to be saved, one must follow the order of salvation that … Continue reading “The Truth About Infant Baptism – Bible Questions”

Okay I know you are suppose to get baptized,but if you don’t and it is a sin but sins can be forgiven so even though it is a part of salvation it is necessary,but you can be forgiven for not being baptized right? Will God forgive you for anything no matter how great the sin? … Continue reading “Can one be forgiven of not being baptized? – Bible Questions”

If upon death the spirit is returned unto God then are the Christians in Heaven prior to judgement day? Please explain “Paradise” and purgatory. Thank you. Thank you for your question. I wouldn’t necessarily say that Ecclesiastes 12:7 means that we return to the presence of God, just to His care. I.E. He controls our … Continue reading “Please explain paradise and purgatory – Bible Questions”

Sermon on Elders in the Church Date written: December 17th, 2006Scripture ref: Acts 20:17, 28 SUBJECT: Church Organization/Leadership TITLE: Why Do We Have Elders? PROPOSITION: We have elders to 1) Oversee 2) Counsel 3) Shepherd. Objectives: That each would understand the role elders have in the local congregation. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Acts 20:28 2. About … Continue reading “Sermon on Elders in the Church | Why Do We Have Elders? – Bible Questions”

In Genesis 7:2, 3, how many of the clean animals get onto the ark? Is it seven, or seven pair? Ancient, modern, conservative, and liberal scholars alike are divided about 50/50 on this question. The text says, “Of every clean beast thou shalt take to thee by sevens, the male and his female: and of … Continue reading “How many clean animals get onto the ark? Seven or seven pair? – Bible Questions”