Bible Study

Matt. 13:24-30 WHEAT OR TARES? Intro: In this chapter, Jesus gives no less than 8 parables. In these “earthly stories with heavenly meanings” Jesus speaks about God’s plan of salvation, the work of Satan, the fickle nature of the human heart and the greatness of the kingdom of heaven. After Jesus had finished telling the … Continue reading “Wheat Or Tares? – Matthew 13:24-30 – Bible study”

Matthew 14:15-21 THE MINISTRY OF THE MASTER’S HAND Intro: Of all the many miracles performed by the Lord Jesus, this is the only on recorded by all four Gospel writers. This signifies its great importance. This miracle was designed by the Lord to do more than just feed a multitude. It was designed to reveal … Continue reading “The Ministry Of The Master’s Hand – Matthew 14:15-21 – Bible study”

Matthew 14:22-33 HIDDEN BLESSINGS IN THE STORMS OF LIFE Intro:In this passage of Scripture, we find the disciples of our Lord trapped in the grip of a fierce storm. They find themselves in that storm, because they have been commanded by the Lord to cross the Sea of Galilee, v. 22. These men are in … Continue reading “Hidden Blessings In The Storms Of Life – Matthew 14:22-33 – Bible study”

Matthew 15:1-20 THE HEART OF THE PROBLEM IS THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART Intro: Ill. I have here an old pocket watch. It looks like any other pocket watch. It has a case, hands and a face. It has a chain and all the requisite parts that are necessary for it to carry out its … Continue reading “The Heart Of The Problem Is The Problem Of The Heart – Matthew 15:1-20 – Bible study”

Matthew 15:21-28 A CRUMB FROM HIS HAND IS MORE THAN ENOUGH Intro: Does anybody in this room have a need in your life? I suspect that everyone under the sound of my voice has many needs. In fact, I would go a step farther and say that most people in this room today have one … Continue reading “A Crumb From His Hand Is More Than Enough – Matthew 15:21-28 – Bible study”

Matthew 16:13-16 IS THAT YOUR FINAL ANSWER? Intro: Over the past couple of years reality based television programming has become very popular. One of the most successful programs in this genre is the game show “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?” Contestants on this show are asked a series of questions, each one worth more … Continue reading “Is That Your Final Answer? – Matthew 16:13-16 – Bible study”

Matthew 16:13-16 WHO IS JESUS TO YOU? Intro: Jesus and His disciples are in the “coasts of Caesarea Philippi. This was a predominately Gentile area located some 25 miles north of Bethsaida where Jesus had just healed a blind man, Mark 8:22-26. It is here that a spring issues forth from Mount Hermon that forms … Continue reading “Who Is Jesus To You? – Matthew 16:13-16 – Bible study”

Matthew 16:21-24 HOW TO EXPERIENCE THE HEART OF REAL CHRISTIANITY Intro: What does it mean to be a Christian? The answers you get to that question depend on the persons asked. Some people believe that belonging to a Christian church makes you a Christian. Others believer that baptism or confirmation is what makes one a … Continue reading “How To Experience The Heart Of Real Christianity – Mathew 16:21-24 – Bible study”

Matthew 17:1-8 HOW TO RECOGNIZE A GOOD PLACE Intro: This is one of the most precious passages in the Bible. Here the Lord Jesus gives His disciples a snapshot of the coming kingdom. It is helpful to understand what is happening in these verses, if you take the time to look backward into chapter 16. … Continue reading “How To Recognize A Good Place – Matthew 17:1-8 – Bible study”

Genesis 2:18-25; Matthew 19:1-12 A BIBLICAL EXAMINATION OF SAME-SEX MARRIAGE Intro: As most of you are aware, on May 8, 2012, voters in North Carolina will go to the polls to cast their ballots in a vote on The Marriage Protection Amendment. This amendment, if it is approved by North Carolina voters, would alter the … Continue reading “A Biblical Examination Of Same-Sex Marriage – Genesis 2:18-25; Matthew 19:1-12 – Bible study”