The Unjust Steward The story of the rich man and his unjust steward in Lk 16:1-9 is a lesson to the Pharisees and Israel. Jesus told the story and then, in the next few verses, made the direct application to them. The rich man pictures the Lord. The unjust steward...
Thy Word is Settled Ps. 119:89 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO About God’s words, Ps 119 says, thy word is settled in heaven, it is true from the beginning, it is pure, and it is a lamp and a light. From the verses containing these statements we learn some wonderful things...
Today, we are studying the Lord’s delight. We want to know what they are so that we can please him. If you are a husband and you know that your wife delights in flowers or chocolate, for instance, you’ll be inclined to bring her some fresh flowers and some delicious...
Local Church Prayer Today we’re going to discuss the extraordinary benefit of local church prayer. After the ascension of Jesus, the disciples “all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication”, Acts 1:14. And then after Pentecost, as the church began to grow significantly, they “continued steadfastly… in prayers”, Acts...
These are the things in which the saints should delight. The saints’ delight should be: The Lord – Ps 37:4 – “Delight thyself in the Lord…”. You delight in the Lord by loving him [Matt 22:36-37]; by knowing him [Phil 3:10]; by fellowshipping with him [1 Jn 1:3]; by praying...
These are the things in which sinners delight. We’re studying these in their chronological order as they appear in the Bible. The Sinners’ delight is in: Lies – Ps 62:4 – Jer 6:10 they have no delight in the word of the Lord. Jer 5:30-31 they would rather hear someone...
There are six distinct doctrines that distinguish Bible believing Baptist churches from all other churches and religions in the world. Some non-denominational churches hold these doctrines, and, thus, they are Baptist in their doctrine though not in their name. We are not ashamed of the name “Baptist” and we are...
Love Thy Neighbour Rom 13:9-10 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO When Jesus Christ gave his disciples a new commandment to love one another as Christ loved us [Jn 13:34-35] he didn’t abolish the second commandment, which is to love thy neighbour. Sometimes, we get the idea that we are to love our...
How Shall We Order The Child Jude 13:2-14 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Have you ever thought about asking God, before your child is born, How shall we order the child? That’s what Manoah and his wife did. You have to prepare for a child coming into your home. You need to...
Loving Favour Prov 22:1 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Prov 22:1 A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold. According to this verse, loving favour is better than silver and gold. Well, most people wouldn’t turn down a little silver and...
