Our Church Body, Eph 4:11-16
When we studied Local Church in Bible College there was an emphasis on the differences between the Local Church and the Body of Christ. Most notably, I remember learning that the Church is an organism and the Local Church is an organization. I have since come to believe that the Local Church is more than […]
Things Set Against Each Other, Ecc 7:11-18
Ecc 7:11-18 shows us three things set against each other, that, when considered together, give us wisdom under the sun. Wisdom and Money are Set Against Each Other, v.11-12 Solomon wrote, “Wisdom is good with an inheritance”. In Ecc 2:18-19 his heir would need wisdom to properly manage what he inherits. Whataburger is a good […]
Teaching our Children to be Honest
Deuteronomy 6:6-8 And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. And thou […]
How to Live (A Study in Ecclesiastes) Lesson #1 All is Vanity
How to Live (A Study in Ecclesiastes) Lesson #1 : “All is Vanity” In this series we are going to be looking at the book of Ecclesiastes to learn some lessons for everyday living. When studying this book you must remember that it was written from the view point of a man. Therefore we must […]
The Thief on the Cross Believed, Lk 23:39-43
The Thief on the Cross Believed Lk 23:39-43 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO People offer a lot of excuses for why they can’t believe on Jesus. However, you can believe on Jesus; the thief on the cross believed. And if he did surely you can. The thief on the crossbelieved in spite of the fact that: He […]
How to Make a Decision, Joel 3:14
How to Make a Decision Joel 3:14 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO We realize that this verse applies doctrinally to the 2nd Advent. However, it brings us to the point of this sermon which is how to make a decision. I am asked consistently in the ministry, “What do I do?” Multitudes of Christians find themselves in […]
Try My Reins, Ps 26:2
Ps 26:2 says, Examine me, O Lord, and prove me; try my reins and my heart. We understand why the Lord should try our hearts. But why would I want the Lord to try my reins? Try My Reins The reins are the kidneys; the region of the kidneys, the loins, or the seat of the feelings or […]
How to Study the Word of God
How to Study the Word of God 1 Timothy 2:15 The verse for our lesson simply tells us to study, and the purpose is to rightly divide the word of truth so that we are a workman who is not ashamed. It is not the only time the word is used in the Bible, but it […]
Why Men Refuse Wisdom, Prov 8:1-36
Why Men Refuse Wisdom Prov 8:1-36 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO According to Proverbs 8:1-6, wisdom is pervasive in that it speaks in multiple public places where it could not possibly be missed. Wisdom calls out to all men, even to the simple and to fools. Wisdom welcomes any audience and gives of her vast counsel, judgment, […]
Spiritual Blessings, Eph 1:1-14
Our lesson today is from Eph 1:1-14. In Eph 1:3, God “hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.” These spiritual blessings are: OUR HOLINESS. We will be holy and without blame before him in love – Eph 1:4 – this is the choice that God made before the foundation of […]