I Was Glad When They Said, “Let Us Go to the House of the Lord”

Text: Psalm 122:1 Why Should We Be Glad to Go to the Assembly Opportunity to Worship God (John 4:21-24) Opportunity to Study His Word (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 14:26) Opportunity to Assemble with Brethren (Hebrews 10:24-25; Ephesians 4:16) Opportunity to Escape Troubles of This Life (Revelation 21:4) Opportunity to Be Reminded of the Joys of […]

Studying the Bible

Text: 2 Timothy 2:15 Preparing to Study (Ezra 7:10) Remember that the Bible is from God (2 Timothy 3:16) Being from God, it is infallible (Psalm 19:7; Proverbs 30:5) It is our standard (Matthew 28:20) We will be judged by it (John 12:48) Whatever it teaches, we must accept (John 2:5) We need humility (James […]

The Lord’s Supper

Text: Matthew 26:26-29 Institution By Christ During the time of Passover (Matthew 26:2,17) Shortly before Jesus’ death (Matthew 26:2) Elements Unleavened bread (Matthew 26:17; Exodus 12:15) — represents His body (Hebrews 10:5,10) Fruit of the vine — represents His blood; blood of the new covenant (Hebrews 9:14-16,22-24) Purpose Commemorate the death of Christ (1 Corinthians […]

Singing and Making Melody with Your Heart

Text: Ephesians 5:19 Singing’s Place in the Assembly Singing was done in assembly at Corinth (1 Corinthians 14:26) — language implies a normal & necessary practice Singing is done to one another (Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16) — indicates a group; assembly included Types of Songs Psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs The focus is on the […]

Can a Christian Fall from Grace?

Text: John 10:27-29 Many Believe the “Once Saved, Always Saved” Doctrine — It would be comforting if it were true Warnings About Falling Away If the righteous do evil, their righteousness will be forgotten (Ezekiel 33:12-13) Parable of the sower — rocky soil (Luke 8:13) The vine & the branches (John 15:2,6) Paul — it […]

Different Worship Concepts

The Worship “Experience” – focus on our senses & emotions (Colossians 2:23) Our Whole Lives are Worship – difference between service and worship (Romans 12:1; John 4:24) Worship is Confined to the Assembly – can be done outside the assembly also (Ephesians 5:19; 1 Thessalonians 5:17) The Biblical View – in spirit & truth, right […]

The Importance of the Assembly

Text: Hebrews 10:25 Encouragement – Hebrews 10:24-25 Evangelism – 1 Corinthians 14:23-25 Collective Activities Lord’s Supper – 1 Corinthians 11:33 Giving – 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 Singing – Colossians 3:16 Praying – Acts 4:23-31 Study/teaching – Acts 20:7