Sermons and Biblical Studies

Paul the apostle wrote, Prove all things; hold fast to that which is good (1 Thessalonians 5:21). The law of rationality states that we ought to justify our conclusion by adequate evidence. Christianity is a religion that isnt afraid of evaluation. In fact, Christianity invites public evaluation and examination because Christians believe the evidence holds … Continue reading “Intellectual Arrogance – Bible Lessons”

The main purpose of this passage is not to discuss Noah’s drunkenness or to speculate as to what evil was done to Noah or to spark discussion on why Canaan was cursed and not Ham. The main purpose is to convey a fact. That fact is that Canaan was cursed. As Moses is relating this … Continue reading “Genesis 9:18-29 – The Curse of Canaan – Bible Lessons”

My grandmother taught me that work, and having a good work ethic, is a part of God’s plan for man’s happiness and fulfillment in life, being a blessing – not a curse! We know this is true, because shortly after creating the world and making man of the dust, “the Lord God took the man … Continue reading “The Value Of Work – Bible Lessons”

“THIS IS A DAY OF GOOD TIDINGS” In the period of Israel’s history known as “The Divided Kingdom” we find Israel in a very weakened condition, and as a result, left themselves open to attacks by other nations. We read of one such siege in 2 Kings 6:24-29. This siege was orchestrated by Ben-Hadad, king … Continue reading “Are You Keeping Silent About The Gospel? – Bible Lessons”

Mordecai, the cousin, guardian, and surrogate father of Esther, has always been one of this writer’s favorite Bible characters. Not only is Mordecai an example of courage and great conviction, but an individual who knew how to read a difficult situation and respond to it with great wisdom. As we recall the story of Esther, … Continue reading ““But Mordecai Would Not Bow….” – Bible Lessons”

How do we know that there are 12 inches in one foot and three feet in one yard? It is because our society has a “standard” of measurement. Webster defines a standard as, “something established by authority, custom, or general consent as a model or example”. The Need For Standards In every facet of life, … Continue reading “Unity Based Upon The “Standard” Of God’s Truth – Bible Lessons”

Have you ever finished a good book wishing there were more to the story? Have you ever watched a movie leaving the theater unsatisfied? Perhaps after a good meal you’ve wished there were more to come. Such things clearly provide us with momentary pleasure, but our desire for more belies our unhappiness. Why are we … Continue reading “Confusing Pleasure with Happiness – Bible Lessons”

Some very wise men in the kingdom have been known to state that we are always just one generation from apostasy. In seeing the growth of harmful trends in these last several years, we’re convinced that a full generation is not needed! But let us focus on what can occur in one generation’s time, and … Continue reading “A Warning From Judges 2:10 – In One Generation’s Time – Bible Lessons”

Regarding the book of Revelation, a querist asks, “Do any of you have, or know of, any information that will help me to grasp this book and it’s many symbols. I understand that a lot of the symbols used are from the Old Testament, is that the case?” The book of Revelation, with all of … Continue reading “Studying Revelation – Three Simple Rules – Bible Lessons”

One of the Greek words for fellowship is the verb, “sunkoinoneo”. According to Vine’s Expository dictionary, Pg. 90, the meaning of this word is “to have fellowship with or in”, is used in Ephesians 5:11; Philippians 4:14, R.V., “ye had fellowship,” for A.V., “ye did communicate”. E.W. Bullinger in his Critical Lexicon and Concordance to … Continue reading “Fellowship The Saints! – Bible Lessons”