Sermons and Biblical Studies

Premillennialists are certain that the Lord will return to set up a physical kingdom in Israel and rule from David’s literal throne for one thousand years. Other interesting and bizarre doctrines surround this core idea but that really is premillennialism reduced to its core: we are living before (“pre”) the millennia (thousand year reign of … Continue reading “Premillennialism – A Lost Cause – Bible Lessons”

Author’s note: I received a question on the web site not too long ago from an individual asking why we didn’t have more information on the subject of sin on our web site. I was a little at a loss as to the question because not a single article or outline is posted that doesn’t … Continue reading “What is Sin? – Bible Lessons”

In John 8:44, Christ said to his unbelieving Jewish audience: “Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his … Continue reading “The Origin Of Satan – Bible Lessons”

The study of angels is a fascinating one. Christ tells us in Matthew 22:30 that we will be “as the angels of God in heaven.” It will, therefore, profit us if we learn some of the characteristics of angels as presented to us in God’s Word. Nature Of Angels 1) They are created beings (Nehemiah … Continue reading “A Study Of Angels – Bible Lessons”

As King Hezekiah restores God’s pattern of worship in 2 Chronicles 29, we read in 2 Chronicles 29:30, “….And they sang praises with gladness, and they bowed their heads and worshipped.” The subject of singing either “with” or “without” musical instruments has been debated throughout the brotherhood for many years. It is not this writer’s … Continue reading “Singing Unto The Lord – Bible Lessons”

This question recently came up in some of my Internet studies with online friends. The question centers on whether or not it is necessary to be identified as a member of a local congregation. The Bible doesn’t have a process whereby one may “join” the church such as are followed in the denominational world. However, … Continue reading “Why Declare Membership At A Local Congregation? – Bible Lessons”

The inspired penman, Paul stated in Romans 12:2, “And be not fashioned according to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” (ASV) The “renewing of our mind” is a continuous process throughout our Christian life … Continue reading “The Renewing Of Our Mind – Bible Lessons”

Capital Punishment In The New Testament What was the purpose of the New Testament? Unlike the Old Covenant, the New Covenant is not designed to govern or regulate civil governments. It is designed for those in Christ’s kingdom (the church), which is spiritual in nature (John 18:36). Its purpose is to help man achieve and … Continue reading “The Bible And Capital Punishment (2) – Bible Lessons”

Understanding Figures of Speech In a study of the Bible, it would be well for the student to clearly identify the different kinds of figures of speech. These are used in ordinary literature, and God has employed the same tools for His purpose. The following are some of the most common figures of speech and … Continue reading “Understanding Figures of Speech – Bible Lessons”

If you were to go up to someone on the street and ask them what one needs to do to be saved, they would probably respond, “I believe…” You could probably ask that same question to someone in the Lord’s church and receive the same kind of answer, “I believe…” You might be wondering what … Continue reading ““I Believe” Or “The Bible Says?” – Bible Lessons”