Paul’s Prayer Request, Exhortation, Command, and Salutation, 2 Thes 3:1-18
Paul’s prayer request concerning the opposition of wicked men – 2 Thes 3:1-2. Paul asked the Thessalonians to pray for him [Eph 6:18-19]. It’s necessary to pray for pastors, preachers, and missionaries. Paul asked them to pray specifically for three things: That the word of the Lord would have free course. Their prayers were answered. […]
Some are Fallen Asleep, 1 Cor 15:6
In 1 Cor 15:6 most of the over five hundred brethren who saw Jesus after his resurrection were still alive when Paul wrote 1 Corinthians. However, Paul said, “some are fallen asleep.” Our dear brother, Benny Craft, fell asleep yesterday. His race is over – Heb 12:1 – we each have our race to […]
Stirred Up, Hag 1:14
In Hag 1:14, the Lord stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel, the spirit of Joshua, and the spirit of the remnant of the people to work in the house of the Lord. It was time to rebuild the house, so God stirred up the spirit of the people to work. Stir up is to inspire […]
Ready for Action, Mk 14:38
Last week we saw the need for us to be ready to preach. In order to do that we must be ready to listen, ready to answer, and then ready to preach. Several of us had testimonies that affirmed the timeliness of that message. We had opportunities to preach and the Lord had helped us […]
How to Make Money 1 Thes. 4:11-12
How to Make Money 1 Thes. 4:11-12 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO I have dealt with money most of my life. I was in banking before entering the ministry and so I have some concept of money. But I have always regarded how to make money as a bit of a mystery. After studying the Bible, though, […]
Asa’s Rewardable Work 2 Chr 15:1-15
Asa’s Rewardable Work 2 Chr. 15: 1-15 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Asa’s life changed when he responded to the prophecy of Azariah in 2 Chr 15:1-15. Today, your life can change the same way. You can do the rewardable work that Asa did if you will make the changes that he made. First, get saved – […]
Adult Christian Behavior
Adult Christian Behavior 2 Cor. 13:5 Paul is finishing his second letter to the Corinthian church. He has spent years teaching and dealing with a young and carnal church. Now he leaves them with some instructions. It is time for them to start acting like adult Christians. There comes a time in our lives […]
A Dozen Good Habits
A Dozen Good Habits Good habits are necessary. These twelve rules for a way of life were written long ago in a family Bible, and are still useful in this present world. These dozen habits will bless you and please God. Begin each day with prayer [Ps.5:3] Start your day looking up […]
A Study in 2 Thessalonians : Lesson #5 Why is work so important?
A Study in 2 Thessalonians : Lesson #5 Why is work so important (2 Thessalonians 3:1-15) In this lesson we will look at some of what the word of God says in regards to the subject of work. In closing his letter to the Thessalonians Paul discusses the subject of work, and separation from those […]
Such a Man Matt. 26:17-19
Such a Man Matt. 26:17-19 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Wow, to have your story told in the Bible! Wow, to have your name mentioned! But how many folks were mentioned, and served great purposes, but are name less! The thief on the cross The prodigal son The woman at the well Abraham’s un-named servant sent […]