Sermons and Biblical Studies

There is no greater threat to practicing true Christianity than the doctrine of original sin (also known as the doctrine of total hereditary depravity). Briefly, this is the teaching that all people born inherit the sinful state into which Adam and Eve passed due to their sin within the Garden of Eden. As a result … Continue reading “The Argument Against the False Doctrine of Original Sin – Bible Lessons”

Man is to live by every word proceeding out of the mouth of God (Matthew 4:4). Peter said this: “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby” (1 Peter 2:2). We know, then, how spiritual growth comes. And we have lived to see many, many religious people who … Continue reading “Are We Losing All Spiritual Discernment? – Bible Lessons”

Christian Hypocrites? During my years as a Christian, I have seen members of the church become unfaithful and totally abandon the Lord’s church. Why? Their reason was, “there’s too many hypocrites in the church.” As a result of abandoning the Lord’s church, they themselves become the very person they are denouncing a “hypocrite.” A preacher … Continue reading ““Too Many Hypocrites” – Bible Lessons”

A study of the names of God throughout the Bible is a fascinating study depicting God’s character and nature. The following study was adapted from a book by Nathan Stone, Names of God (Chicago, IL: Moody Press Publishing Company, 1944), and is a concise description of twelve of the names of God as described in … Continue reading “The Names Of God (1) – Bible Lessons”

If you have watched the news in the past week, you’ve likely seen the media attention that has been given to the death of the “pope”; it’s virtually inescapable. (I offer my personal condolences to our Catholic friends on their loss.) During this time, many in the media have been speculating on who the next … Continue reading “Why the Catholic Church Ought Not Select a New Pope – Bible Lessons”

Within the legal code of the various states within the U.S.A., one may be found guilty of being an accessory to a particular crime. If one supplies a murderer with a weapon knowing what the intent of the murderer is, then one will be found guilty of being an accessory to murder. If a person … Continue reading “Are You An Accessory to Sin? – Bible Lessons”

A little over six hundred years before the birth of Christ, the prophet Jeremiah came upon the scene in Judah. God’s people had abandoned loyalty to Him and were on the verge of being completely carried away into captivity due to their sins (Jeremiah 25:8-14; Deuteronomy 28:63-64). Through the prophet Jeremiah, Jehovah begged His people … Continue reading “Living Beneath Our Privileges – Bible Lessons”

According to the National Institute Of Mental Health statistics in 2001, suicide was the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. It was the eighth leading cause of death for males, and 19th leading cause of death for females. In this brief article, let us study why suicide is not a viable option … Continue reading “What About Suicide? – Bible Lessons”

There is in the popular mindset today, the idea that an individual can be spiritual without being religious. I’ve seen this concept presented in some recently read articles. I’ve also heard such touted in some television programs on the subject. And, there are many people today who have bought into this idea that one can … Continue reading “Are you Spiritual, Religious, or Both? – Bible Lessons”

I was talking with someone the other day regarding coming to the services. The person explained that he was going to a denomination right now because his child liked going to this place. That is when this thought crossed my mind. Would I leave any other major decision in my life up to a child? … Continue reading “Why Be Rational In Religion? – Bible Lessons”