Text: John 19:14-16 After Pilate repeatedly tried to release Jesus, the Jews (influenced by their leaders) clearly and boldly repudiated Him. Why? It has to do with what they rejected and what they chose to focus on instead. Who/What Did They Reject? They Rejected Jesus They rejected Jesus even though Pilate found Him innocent (John […]
October 29, 2012
Press On To Maturity
Text: Hebrews 6:1-2 The Hebrew writer wanted to teach them about the correlation between Christ and Melchizedek, but at this time, the Hebrew brethren were not ready for this type of instruction. So they are told to “press on to maturity.” How do we “press on to maturity” today? Must Start with the Right Foundation […]
October 22, 2012
What Others Say and What You Say
Text: Matthew 16:13-17 Before promising to build His church, Jesus taught His disciples an important lesson on what to believe. He first asked them who others said the Son of Man was, then asked them who they said He was. It was helpful to recognize what others were saying. But it was also vitally important […]
October 22, 2012
The Faith to Move Mountains
Text: Matthew 17:14-21 On this occasion, a man came to Jesus requesting that He cast a demon out of his son. He first brought his son to Jesus’ disciples. They could not cure him, but Jesus was able to do so immediately. Afterward, Jesus’ disciples asked Him why they could not cast out this demon. […]
October 15, 2012
Do It Now
Text: Psalm 119:59-60 There are several things the Scriptures admonish us to do without delay – particularly in regard to obedience. Yet many want to delay and put off those things which they need to do. This lesson addresses some things that often get put off, but that need to be done without delay. If […]
October 8, 2012
“In the Beginning Was the Word”
Text: John 1:1-3 The book of Genesis begins with the phrase, “In the beginning God…” (Genesis 1:1). John makes an unmistakeable parallel here in introducing his audience to Christ – the Word (John 1:1, 14). The point is clear – Jesus is equal with and one with the Father. These first three verses in John’s […]
