Holy Crown of Gold, Ex 39:30-31
There are four things associated with the tabernacle that had a crown of gold. The interesting thing about the crown of gold on each of these is that they are all representations of Jesus Christ. Ex 39:30-31, the priest that ministers to the Lord was to have a crown of pure gold on his mitre. […]
Brass For Gold, 1 Ki 14:21-28
Brass For Gold The sermon text is 1 Ki 14:21-28. Our particular interest is in v.25-28, where Rehoboam exchanged brass for gold when he replaced the shields Shishak, king of Egypt, took. When Solomon reigned, he built high places for the gods of the nations around Israel. When his son, Rehoboam, succeeded him, “Judah did […]
The Lord’s Wrath, Ezek 7:16-27
Ezek 7:16-27 describe some of the events that take place in the day of the Lord’s wrath upon Israel. Here’s what happens to them in the day of the Lord’s wrath, Ezek 7:19. A few will escape the Lord’s wrath, Ezek 7:16-18 In the prior lesson The End is Come Ezekiel prophesied that the sword, […]
Excellent, Right, True Things, Prov 8:6-7
In Prov 8:6, wisdom says, “Hear.” We are supposed to listen to wisdom because wisdom will speak of: Excellent things – Prov 8:6 – “I will speak of excellent things.” Excellent things are things of great value; things that are superior. Wisdom is better than rubies – A man with wisdom, knowledge and instruction […]
Working on God’s Building 1 Cor 3:9
Working on God’s Building 1 Cor 3: 9 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO When we are saved, we are baptized by the Spirit into Jesus’ body (1 Cor 12:13). According to John 2:19-21 the body of Jesus Christ is a temple. In 1 Pet 2:5, therefore, every new Christian is a “lively stone“ that is added to […]
The Remedy for Lukewarm Christianity Rev 3:14-19
The Remedy for Lukewarm Christianity Rev. 3:14-19 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO We live in the age of lukewarm Christianity. Whether we want to admit it or not, whether we can see it or not, we are the generation of lukewarm Christians. Lukewarm Christians lack the zeal of Titus 2:14; that’s why the Lord said, “be zealous […]
The visit of the wise men.
The Visit of the Wise Men (Matthew 2:1-15) In this lesson we are going to look at the visit made by the wise men to see the baby Jesus. We will look at how they knew when to come and what their purpose was in coming to see the baby Jesus. We will also see […]
But the Lips of Knowledge Prov. 20: 15
But Lips of Knowledge Prov. 20:15 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO This proverb compares the lips of knowledge to gold and rubies. The lips of knowledge are a precious jewel. In other words, they are more valuable than rubies and gold. Gold – Gold is highly desirable and is touted as the secure investment against a […]
Wisdom and Understanding Prov. 16: 16
Better to Get Wisdom Prov. 16:16 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Prov 16:16, “How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!” This is an important proverb for us in the Laodicean age where so many of us trust riches rather than the Lord – […]
Matthew 2:11 Gifts of the Wise Men
Matt 2:11 The Gifts for Jesus CLICK ON TITLE FOR AUDIO The gifts of the wise men to Jesus represent some things about the Lord Jesus Christ. They symbolize him as a King, as God, as the Temple, as a Priest, as an Intercessor, as the Messiah, as a Bridegroom and as a Man prepared for his […]