Whose Beliefs are Right? 17 March 2013 AM – 1 Peter 3:15 – Scott Childs Introduction: One of our church members recently was asked how he knew that Christianity was right and all other religions were wrong. To answer that question, we need more than just an opinion. We need a logical and solid answer. […]
A Lesson on Humility 17 March 2013 PM – John 13:1-20 – Scott Childs Introduction: Humility is one of the most difficult qualities to cultivate because pride is rooted in the depths of each of our hearts. We all struggle with pride in varying degrees. The disciples were no exception. John does not mention it, […]
Blessings of Fearing God 10 March 2013 AM – Psalm 128:1-6 – Scott Childs Introduction: The word “fear” often causes us to think of shivering in terror before something awful. While that is one aspect of the word, it can also be a very positive word. Peter A. Steveson: The phrase “fear of the Lord” […]
Triumphal Entry 10 March 2013 PM – John 12:12-50 – Scott Childs Introduction: From a human perspective, this may have been the summit of Christ’s earthly glory before the cross. Crowds excitedly praised him as the King. Jesus knew that his true followers were not the emotional fans but those who placed their trust in […]
Hatred of Jesus Increases 3 March 2013 PM – John 11:47-12:11 – Scott Childs Introduction: Why did the chief priests and Pharisees hate Jesus? Did they really hate his miracles? I doubt it. Did they really think he worked for Satan? I do not think so. Did they hate his teaching? Well, yes, he exposed […]
True or False 3 March 2013 AM – Galatians 6:11-18 – Scott Childs Introduction: Many people in our world today believe in relativism. Relativism is the believe that rejects absolutes, particularly in morals and religion. In other words, there is no right and wrong, no true or false. Everything is a matter of opinion. You […]
Sowing and Reaping 24 February 2013 AM – Galatians 6:6-10 – Scott Childs Introduction: The law of sowing and reaping is a natural law created by God. It contains several facts that will always be true under normal circumstances. 1) You will reap what you sow. 2) You will reap after you sow. 3) You […]
Raising of Lazarus 24 February 2013 – John 11:1-46 – Scott Childs Introduction: The death of a loved one is one of the most painful events you will face. When God recalls the breath of life, the body stops functioning. The spirit immediately goes to heaven or hell and loved ones grieve the absence. Transition: […]
At first glance, this section appears to be a paradox or contradiction. In verse 2, God tells us to carry one another’s burdens and in verse 5 he tells every man to carry his own burden. Transition As we examine the three commands in this section, the seeming paradox will be resolved. “Bear ye one […]
Feast of Dedication 17 February 2013 PM – John 10:22-42 – Scott Childs Introduction: The opening verse of this section tells us that Jesus was at Jerusalem, at the Feast of Dedication, and it was winter. Shepard tells explains that, “It was a joyous festival in commemoration of the restoration of the altar and purification […]