A Bible Study Guide on 1 Cor. 10:6-13 Part One: Why Do We Need Those Old Testament Books đź“– Paul begins his discourse now on table fellowship that will fill both chapters 10 and 11 of this letter. There are textual clues that the careful reader ought to note, even in English the phrases are … Continue reading A Deeper Dive into 1 Cor. 10:6-13
Psalm 51: Do Good for Us and Build Up The Walls!
Walls don't only hold back our many fierce enemies, protecting those within from external threats. Walls break and block out howling winds of life's many storms. For that heavenly Jerusalem, God builds up walls for the shelter and support of all who enter under the scarlet banners of repentance and forgiveness of sins. God is … Continue reading Psalm 51: Do Good for Us and Build Up The Walls!
To Care for The Church of God / Acts 20:27-38
From the Second Reading for this coming Eighth Sunday after Trinity, Acts 20:27-38. Bible Study outline and highlights for this week are below... A Bible Study Discussion Guide on Acts 20:27-38 Part One: The Circumstance: post Ephesus Riot/Gathering of Pastors 20:27Â for I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole counsel of God. Two … Continue reading To Care for The Church of God / Acts 20:27-38
Give Thanks, Take and Eat All The Good
Communion is no decorative bread left behind on the table for show, but Living Bread from Heaven given to put all the good on the go in love of the household of God... I don't remember why I paused in Philemon. Between the post surgical pain and pain meds, who knows? But this much I … Continue reading Give Thanks, Take and Eat All The Good
Sunday Bible Study Notes From 2.18.18
Series Bible Study for PART TWO: Does Your “One Lord” Sign His Covenants on Infants? From the series for "All Who Believe and Are Baptized." CONTRASTING BAPTISM AND CIRCUMCISION—Immanuel Bible Class for 2.18.18 Throughout Lent 2018, our 9am Sunday Bible Classes take up in greater detail the passages we will hear during the following Wednesday … Continue reading Sunday Bible Study Notes From 2.18.18
Sunday Bible Study Notes from 2.11.18
Throughout Lent 2018, our 9am Sunday Bible Classes take up in greater detail the passages we will hear during the following Wednesday Midweek service. Our series begins this Wednesday with the Baptism question Jesus raised in Matthew 21:23-27 "Jesus answered them, “I also will ask you one question, and if you tell me the answer, … Continue reading Sunday Bible Study Notes from 2.11.18
He Will Come and Serve: The Passage
Initial thoughts on the text for "He Will Come and Serve" A sermon on Luke 12:35-40 (ESV) New Year's Eve, 31 December 2017  Most of our popular English translations use the same word "master" in verses 36, 37 and 39. The ESV, NIV, NKJV and NASB all translate in these three verses with "master." … Continue reading He Will Come and Serve: The Passage
Children of the Day: The Passage
Initial thoughts for "Children of the Day" A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:1-28 4th Midweek Advent Service, 20 December 2017 It will come as no surprise, that Last Day of the Lord--no surprise to the faithful. "Sudden destruction will come upon them," the Apostle warns, "...and they shall not escape." (v.3) The language of a … Continue reading Children of the Day: The Passage
Unmoved by Affliction: The Passage
A first look at 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13 Preparing for Midweek Advent Service II, 6 December 2017 Paul's ministry demonstrates the Spirit of spiritual care for the faith and lives of others. He repeats his earnest desire to see them face to face several times in this epistle. Besides concerns for their physical safety, Paul is … Continue reading Unmoved by Affliction: The Passage
It’s Time to Wake Up: The Passage
Reflections on the text for "It's Time to Wake Up" A sermon on Romans 13:8-14 First Sunday in Advent, 3 December 2017 "Advent" means "the arrival of a notable person, thing or event," according to the New Oxford English Dictionary. Advent is also the first season of the new liturgical Church Year. Our readings, songs … Continue reading It’s Time to Wake Up: The Passage
Isaiah 50:4 Blues 