Sermons and Biblical Studies

“It’s so easy to become narrow minded. So easy to become triumphalist in our own approach in our own religion that to be aware of the way that God expresses Himself in so many languages is essential to becoming Christian” – Preacher, The Church of Conscious Harmony I heard the above statement on an audio … Continue reading “A Belief Espoused at the Church of Conscious Harmony – Bible Lessons”

In the late 1970s and early 1980s the bus ministry was a really strong work among churches of Christ. On many of the buses would be a sign that said, “J.O.Y.” It didn’t take long to learn that J.O.Y. stood for Jesus-Others-You. “Jesus first, others second, yourself last” was the popular mantra. It was a … Continue reading “Bible Study on Priorities | Setting Priorities as Adults – Bible Lessons”

“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17). To be in Christ is to be different from what we were before we were in Christ. What one was before being in Christ is “old” and what one … Continue reading “Christian Renewal – Renewal in Christ – Bible Lessons”

I’ve never quite had an experience like crossing the border south of the border between Costa Rica and Panama. We arrived at the border late Wednesday night, the evening of January 31st, after a long eight hour bus ride from San Jose through the mountains that caused me to regret having eaten as much as … Continue reading “Is Your Christianity Machucado? – Bible Lessons”

In ancient times in the near eastern lands, when individuals wished to show mourning or a deep sense of sorrow, they would tear their garments. Jacob mourned Joseph in such a way (Genesis 37:34). Job so mourned the loss of his family and possessions likewise (Job 1:20). 2 Samuel 1:11 records for us David’s response … Continue reading “Rend Your Hearts And Not Your Garments – Sermon on Repentance – Bible Lessons”

When Jesus stood before Pilate, He was asked the question, “Art thou the king of the Jews?”, (John 18:33). In reply to that question Jesus said, “To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world,” (John 18:37). Jesus also told Pilate that His kingdom was “not of this world.” … Continue reading “The Value of the Church – Bible Lessons”

From all appearances it seemed to be a fine morning. Hena had awoken and begun his morning routine. Last night was a blast. He and his friends had literally ravished the city; it was their common diversion. As he made his way to the local market to buy some bread, he remembered what his friends … Continue reading ““He Has Become the Judge!” – Bible Lessons”

Before the children of Israel crossed over the Jordan into the Promised Land, Moses spoke to them to encourage them to remain faithful to God. This series of speeches that Moses gave are recorded in the book of Deuteronomy. Near the beginning of the book Moses says the following: “The LORD your God hath given … Continue reading “God Has Given! Will You Receive? – Bible Lessons”

Our text concerns the character of Abram, the friend of God (James 2:23). This chapter reveals his love for family, his willingness to take risks for the right cause, his leadership capabilities, his humility in victory and his motives for going to war. For love of family Abram was willing to attack the armies of … Continue reading “Genesis 14, The Character of Abram – Bible Lessons”

“Daddy, do you think God knows how we are feeling” were the words of my seven year old son after we found our pet dog, Dallas, dead in the back yard on a September morning. It was the first time he had lost any living thing to which he had an emotional attachment. He was … Continue reading “Does God Know How We Feel? – Bible Lessons”