Why Have a Gospel Meeting?

Text: Colossians 3:17 As a congregation prepares for a Gospel Meeting, it is important to understand why one is being held. In this lesson, we will consider some right and wrong reasons for having a Gospel Meeting. We will also consider whether or not we have the authority to conduct a Gospel Meeting. First Question: […]

The Church and its Money

Text: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 Each first day of the week we take up a collection. This money is then used by the church. The method of collecting funds in our text is the only way we find that is authorized in the New Testament. However, instead of focusing on that point in this lesson, we’re […]

The Head Covering

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16 The issue over the head covering has been controversial at times among brethren. It is a topic that many are curious about. So in this lesson, we will look at what Paul says in 1 Corinthians 11 about the head covering. Hold to the Traditions It is easy for people to […]

What People Want and Don’t Want in Religion

Text: Colossians 2:20-23 Paul describes certain practices that fall under the category of “self-made religion,” or “will worship” (KJV). This is worship according to the will of man. People often want to be religious because it satisfies their conscience. But they want to be religious on their terms, not God’s. So in this lesson, we […]

The Located Preacher

Text: 2 Timothy 4:5 Timothy was told to “do the work of an evangelist.” But how would this be done? There are different theories among brethren about having a “located preacher.” Many (perhaps most) congregations of God’s people have a located preacher. Some practice “mutual edification.” What does the Bible say on this topic? The […]

Are We Truly Disciples of Christ?

Text: John 8:31-32 Many people claim to be disciples of Christ. But are they truly His disciples? Are we? When Jesus says, ‘then you are truly disciples of Mine,’ He implies that some are not true disciples. So this question is vitally important: Are we truly disciples of Christ? The context shows us what it […]

Bible Teaching Related to Christmas

Text: Galatians 4:9-11 December 25th is the annual observance of Christmas. For many, it is a day to mark the birth of Christ. For many others, it is a day to enjoy time with family, exchange gifts, etc. For others, it is just a day with no more significance than any other day. In this […]