The Godhead

Text: Colossians 2:9 When people talk about the “Godhead,” they often use the term “Trinity” – refers to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The term “Trinity” is not in the Bible, yet this does not necessarily mean the concept is unbiblical. However, many believe there is just one person of God and deny the concept […]

“My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?”

Text: Psalm 22 David described one who was suffering and seemed to be forsaken by God, but ultimately God was with him. This psalm prophesied of Jesus (Matthew 27:46). At the same time, this psalm expressed the feelings of David in response to his own situation. In this lesson, we are going to examine this […]

Christ’s Plan for His Church

Text: Ephesians 3:8-11 The church was not established as an afterthought. It was not a “backup plan” because Jesus “failed” to set up His kingdom. The revelation of the mystery of God was to be “made known through the church.” Paul described the church as the body and bride of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23; 5:23-24). That […]

Some Thoughts on Christmas

Text: Colossians 3:17 Many people (Christians and non-Christians) celebrate Christmas as a time of family, food, gifts, rest, etc. For most who identify themselves as Christians, Christmas is more than a holiday – it is a religious holy day. Many are shocked when we tell them that our congregation does not do anything special for Christmas. […]

The Gospel of Christ

Text: Galatians 1:6-24 This is the first of six lessons examining the gospel from the book of Galatians. There is just one gospel. It is the gospel of Christ. The Announcement The gospel is from heaven (Galatians 1:11-17) – it did not originate with man (Galatians 1:11); Paul did not receive it from men (Galatians 1:12); a God-given message […]

Kings Against the Lord

Text: Psalm 2 Psalm 2 contains prophecies of four things about Jesus – His crucifixion, His kingdom, the spread of His gospel, and His final judgment. This lesson will examine this psalm and how it points us to Christ. Prophecy of the Crucifixion (Psalm 2:1-3) “His Anointed” (v. 2) – refers to Christ (Luke 4:16-21; […]

The Grace of God Has Appeared

Text: Titus 2:11-14 Paul reminded Titus of the grace of God – what it does for us and also what it requires of us. Many like to think of what we receive through God’s grace, but not what we must do. We need to accept all that the Bible teaches about it. The Grace of God Has […]