Sermons and Biblical Studies

There is righteous worship and there is unrighteous worship. The former is to please God and the latter is to please self. Abel presented his offering to God by faith (Hebrews 11:4). This means that he heeded the instructions of God on how God was to be approached (Romans 10:17). By implication we know, then, … Continue reading “Genesis 4:1-5 – Bible Lessons”

A study of Bible “types” and “antitypes” is a fascinating study. A “type” is defined as: “A biblical person, thing, action, event, ceremony, structure, furniture, number, etc. that prefigures an ‘antitype’ of the same in the New Testament”. Merriam-Webster’s dictionary provides this simple definition: “a person or thing (as in the Old Testament) believed to … Continue reading “A Study Of Biblical Typology (1) – Bible Lessons”

The Officials Declare – Jesus Is King Matthew’s purpose in this chapter is to explain how Jesus fulfilled the prophecies related to his locative origins and tell us how Jesus ended up coming from Nazareth. One criticism that was leveled against Jesus was that no prophet ever arose out of that area (John 7:52). Matthew … Continue reading “Adoration of the Magi, Wise men. Matthew 2:1-12 – Bible Lessons”

The atoning blood of Christ is important as we think of Christ’s sacrifice made for all mankind through the shedding of His blood at the cross (Hebrews 9:12-14; cf. Ephesians 1:7; 1 John 1:7). The blood of Christ also motivates Christians to reflect upon His suffering and death (1 Peter 2:24). Through examination of the … Continue reading “Bible Study: “The Blood Of Christ” – Bible Lessons”

Jeremiah is one of the great prophets of the Old Testament. At times, this honorable seer is referred to as the “weeping prophet,” because of the heartfelt messages he proclaimed. “And if I say, I will not make mention of him, nor speak any more in his name, then there is in my heart as … Continue reading “The Fire Burning Within – Bible Lessons”

February 26th, 2003 Based upon the definitions upon which we agree about general and specific authority, I argue that the church has general authority to give to non-saints from Galatians 6:10. The reasoning that I would offer on this behalf is that Paul is writing to the churches of Galatia (1:2) and so the epistle … Continue reading “Does Galatians 6:10 Authorize The Church to Give to Non-Saints? Part 2 – Bible Lessons”

Brother B.J. Clarke, the Dean of Admissions at the Memphis School of Preaching, provides us with a topical, alphabetical arrangement of every Scripture in Proverbs to facilitate our study of this practical and fascinating book of wisdom. The following is the result of his diligent study and work (Continued from A Topical Arrangement of Proverbs … Continue reading “A Topical Arrangement Of Proverbs (2) – Bible Lessons”

Several years ago, I was having a conversation with someone about getting credit for ideas. I mentioned to them that it doesn’t matter to me if I get credit for an idea or not, because God knows who did what and I was content to let God handle such things. This person then wondered whether … Continue reading “Does God Keep Score? – Bible Lessons”

The following is a chart of information concerning the New Testament church as described in the scriptures. It was constructed by Bro. Charles Burke, minister for the congregation in Bisbee, Arizona. It is an excellent teaching tool for use in teaching the establishment and organization of the Lord’s church. 1) The Reign Of The New … Continue reading “The New Testament Church – A Chart – Bible Lessons”

The other day I was having a conversation with someone who was, in essence, asking for a list of things that were right and wrong for Christians to do. His contention was that since we believe that we must be obedient to God and live a life that is holy and pure that therefore, we … Continue reading “Where's The List? – Bible Lessons”