Despite the claims of abortionists, the Bible assures us that human life begins at conception (Psa 51:5; Psa 139:13-16; Gen 25:22-26). Normally, about nine months later, that conceived life is born into this world. Jesus was the only exception to that rule. His life did not begin at conception. He has always existed as the […]
As I worked on this message entitled “Supporting God’s Work”, I read these words of the preacher George Mueller. He said, “God judges what we give by what we keep.” As we will see this evening, supporting God’s work is not financial giving, but that certainly is a significant part of it. Transition In Paul’s […]
Time was passing quickly. About 10 years had passed since Jacob left Haran. His youngest children, Joseph and Dinah were probably about 16 years old. His oldest boys would have been about 22-23. The chapter opens abruptly by telling us that Dinah, Jacob’s teenage daughter went out to see the daughters of the land. In […]
When running a race, children often make the mistake of watching the other runners to see how they rate with them. It could run much faster if they kept their eyes focused on the goal and avoided all distractions. That same principle is true in the Christian life. We must keep our eyes focussed on […]
There is always a sense of relief and gladness to get finally safely home after a long trip. I think that is what Jacob must have felt as he finally got safely home in Canaan. Transition When Jacob was just outside of Canaan, he met Esau, had a discussion with him, and then he entered […]
Our son Silas just renovated a room in his house. He replaced the flooring, recovered the walls, built a closet in the corner, and installed a ceiling fan and light. He gave the room a completely new look that was far better than before. That is what salvation’s renovation does for a filthy sinner. It […]
Do you want God to bless you? What do you mean by “bless”? I discovered that “bless” is not an easy word to define. In Matthew 5, Jesus said that God’s blessings are special benefits, praise, or happiness for those who honour Him. Many Bible examples illustrate that God does not bless those who dishonour […]
It would be great if all of our government leaders were fine godly Christians and all the laws of the land were biblical and just. That ideal situation does not exist in this sin-cursed world. Most of our government leaders are pagans not Christians. As a result, Christians sometimes think they are justified in disobeying […]
I was a student at Maranatha Baptist Bible College from 1976-1980. Though I enjoyed Bible College, it was always exciting to go home twice each year. It was an eight-hour drive for me to go home and I usually gave a ride to a friend or two who lived in my home area. When the […]
Dispensationalism Introduction 19 November 2014 Wed – 2Timothy 2:15 – Disp 14 – Scott Childs Introduction: I want to begin this evening with a question. (Genesis 2:25) “And they were both naked, the man and his wife, and were not ashamed.” (1 Timothy 2:9) “In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, […]