Well, I was asked to speak on the subject “Who is Jesus?” That is very basic, but it’s certainly a question that a lot of people are struggling to answer. Some of you have been reading, recently, probably about the pseudo religion called Scientology. You know about Scientology? You probably came into Scientology through the… Continue reading John MacArthur: Who Is Jesus?
Category: Bible Study
What are Prayers In the Old Testament?
The history of prayer as it meets us here reflects various stages of experience and revelation. 1. Patriarchal Period Prayer is (1) colloquy with God ( e.g. Genesis 15:1-2; Genesis 15:7-8; Genesis 17:15-16; Genesis 17:22 ); (2) intercession ( e.g. Genesis 17:16; Genesis 18:23 ff.); (3) personal supplication ( e.g. Genesis 15:2; Genesis 32:11; Genesis 43:14 ); (4) asseveration ( e.g. Genesis 14:22 ); (5) vow ( e.g. Genesis 28:20). 2. The Law ( i.e. as codified and expanded in later… Continue reading What are Prayers In the Old Testament?
The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 4
We’re looking at Galatians 5:16-25. Let me read that passage to you again. Paul is writing to believers, obviously to those in Galatia, and to all believers and to us. “But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. For the flesh sets its desire against… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 4
Thanksgiving Series: Of Thankfulness to God
1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJVIn every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Thankfulness follows contentment: a discontented man is not thankful for anything; but a contented man is thankful for everything. Thankfulness is a branch of godliness; none but a godly man is truly a thankful man:… Continue reading Thanksgiving Series: Of Thankfulness to God
Who was Luke in the Bible?
According to evidence from early records, Luke was a Gentile who was born in Antioch in Syria. By profession he was a doctor (Colossians 4:14), but he also became a skilled historian. His most memorable writing was a lengthy account of the development of Christianity from the birth of its founder to the arrival of its greatest… Continue reading Who was Luke in the Bible?
The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 3
Now we have been going through the book of Galatians, so I would invite you to turn in your Bible to Galatians chapter 5. We are in chapter 5 in a section from verse 16 through 25 that we titled (Galatians 5:16-25), for obvious reasons, “Walking by the Spirit.” Walking by the Spirit. We’re talking… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 3
Who Was The Man From Macedonia in Acts 16?
Acts 16 picks up the narrative of Paul’s second missionary journey. Paul’s plan was to visit and strengthen the churches he had planted in the Asian province of Galatia during his first journey (Acts 15:36). After finishing up in the region of Galatia, the Apostle Paul and Timothy had planned on preaching the gospel in Asia-Minor,… Continue reading Who Was The Man From Macedonia in Acts 16?
Lord’s Prayer Series: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory
Matthew 6:13b KJVFor thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Thine is the kingdom – That is, thine is the reign or dominion. Thou hast control over all these things, and canst so order them as to answer these petitions. Thine is the power – Thou hast power to accomplish what… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory
The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 2
We are so thankful to be right at the very heart of the Christian life in our study of the Word of God, that’s Galatians chapter 5, so let me invite you back to Galatians 5 before we come to the Lord’s Table. We’re in a section of Scripture titled “Walking by the Spirit,” and I… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 2
Lord’s Prayer Series: The Defense Against Temptation ( Matthew 6:13 Continued)
Matthew 6:13 NIVAnd lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. We have thought of the attack of temptation; let us now assemble our defences against temptation. (i) There is the simple defense of self-respect. When Nehemiah’s life was in danger, it was suggested that he should quit his work and… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Defense Against Temptation ( Matthew 6:13 Continued)