Proof for Jesus’ Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The resurrection of Jesus is part of the foundation of the gospel. Yet it is not a mere myth or legend. There is proof that the resurrection of Jesus is a historical fact. What is the proof that this event happened? We will discuss that in this lesson. What Happened After Jesus’ […]

Our Daily Meditation

Text: Psalm 119:97-99 When we talk about what we can do as individuals to grow spiritually, a few obvious things come to mind (reading the Bible, studying, prayer, etc.). One practice mentioned throughout the Bible, but often overlooked today, is meditation. Yet if we practice this correctly, it can greatly help us in our service to […]

God Helps Those Who Help Themselves

Text: 2 Chronicles 32:1-8 We sometimes hear the phrase: “God helps those who help themselves.” This phrase is not in the Bible, but there is a sense in which the principle exists. In order to take advantage of what God offers us, we must do what we are able to do. Example: Hezekiah’s Defense of Jerusalem […]

The Biblical Plan for Dealing with Criminals

Text: Romans 13:3-4 Occasionally we hear about some awful crimes in the news. What should be done with the criminals? The Bible has a plan for that. God’s word answers our questions about life, even of this nature. Learning what God’s word teaches on subjects like this shows us that God’s way is best. Punishments […]

The Mount of Transfiguration

Text: Matthew 17:1-8 While on a high mountain with Jesus, Peter, James, and John witnessed His transfiguration. Peter said it was “good for us to be here.” In the same way, it is “good for us” to look at what happened on this occasion. This event teaches us about Jesus and our responsibility before Him. The Scene […]

What Is a Sin Not Leading to Death?

Text: 1 John 5:16-17 At the end of John’s first epistle, he mentioned two different kinds of sin – one that leads to death and one that does not. What was he talking about? This is a difficult passage. We must take care not to misinterpret it, but we can understand it. To do this, […]

Those Who Are Being Saved

Text: Acts 2:47 The Lord’s church began on the day of Pentecost following Jesus’ death, resurrection, and ascension. With help from the Holy Spirit, Peter proclaimed that Jesus was the Christ, the Son of God. Three thousand responded to the message that day. After that, the church continued to grow. God was adding to their […]