Much is said regarding the qualifications of elders, but what about the qualifications of preachers? Many of the admonitions to preachers and qualifications of preachers are found in Paul’s discourse to Timothy and Titus. The following is a partial list: 1) “Charge some that they teach no other doctrine, Neither give heed to fables, and … Continue reading “Qualifications Of Preachers – Bible Lessons”
Job 2:1-6 – Bible Lessons
Satan’s Second Strike Vs. 1 – 3 – The first two verses of this chapter are virtually identical to chapter one verse six, seven, and eight (see comments on those verses). The point of this repetition is to make it clear, once again, that Satan was responsible for Job’s malady. The only difference in these … Continue reading “Job 2:1-6 – Bible Lessons”
What About “Witnessing?” – Bible Lessons
If an individual accepts Calvinism, “witnessing” or “testifying” in religious services is an accepted practice. Calvin taught that, since man was totally depraved, the only way he could be saved was by a divine act, and when God acted, His grace was irresistible and unconditional. Calvin also taught that man could not obey God unless … Continue reading “What About “Witnessing?” – Bible Lessons”
Genesis 8:6-19 – Bible Lessons
I think we can understand that the family of Noah would be excited to leave the ark. It had been their home for over a year but God declared that it was time to leave. They had left behind a world of the deepest depravity but they were opening the door to a restored world. … Continue reading “Genesis 8:6-19 – Bible Lessons”
The Ubiquity of New Testament Teaching – Bible Lessons
Recently someone asked, more or less, the following question: “How do we know that the things that were done in one church in the first century were done in the other churches as well?” That’s a good question because if we can’t know that the things practiced, say, in Corinth, were also practiced in Rome, … Continue reading “The Ubiquity of New Testament Teaching – Bible Lessons”
A New Way to Know God – Bible Lessons
Recently I was driving down the road and I noticed a sign on one of the local denominations. It said, “Experience a new way to know God.” This really got me to thinking. If God wanted me to know Him, the Creator, the Sustainer, the Giver of life and salvation, how would He reveal himself … Continue reading “A New Way to Know God – Bible Lessons”
Genesis 7:11-16 – How Salvation Works – Bible Lessons
HOW SALVATION WORKS. Moses reports the arrival of the day of the flood. It was on a real day in the life of a real man. The lesson for Israel and for all of mankind is how salvation works. God had declared the future destruction of mankind but made a way of escape for the … Continue reading “Genesis 7:11-16 – How Salvation Works – Bible Lessons”
Why Did David Call Him, “LORD”? – Bible Lessons
In confronting the Pharisees, Jesus often “questioned” them for the purpose of teaching them the truth (John 17:17). We find one such example in Matthew 22:41-46. After our Lord asked the Pharisees who the coming Messiah would be descended from, they correctly answered “The son of David” (vs. 42). Jesus then asked them a follow-up … Continue reading “Why Did David Call Him, “LORD”? – Bible Lessons”
Is Hell Real? – Bible Lessons
Recently, in two completely unrelated incidents, I have heard the Bible doctrine of hell challenged. There are religions today that challenge what the Bible plainly says in regard to one of the two eternal destinations for the soul of man, hell. There are those who believe that all are going to be saved and these … Continue reading “Is Hell Real? – Bible Lessons”
Preach The Word! – Bible Lessons
The Apostle Paul exhorted Timothy in 2 Timothy 4:2 to, “Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.” Why Preach The Word? Because preaching is important to God! The Bible says that God has “manifested His word through preaching” (Titus 1:3). Jesus told his disciples … Continue reading “Preach The Word! – Bible Lessons”