Bible Study

Philippians 4:6-7 THE KEY TO PEACE Intro: There are three basic types of peace mentioned in the Bible. 1.  The peace of God that comes with salvation, Rom. 5:1. 2.  The peace of God that come through total surrender to God in all things, Phil. 4:6-7; John 14:1, 27. 3.  The peace on earth that … Continue reading “The Key To Peace – Philippians 4:6-7 – Bible study”

Philippians 4:6-7 GOD’S WORD CONCERNING YOUR WORRIES   Intro: The Most Reverend R.C. Trench, who was at one time the Protestant Archbishop of Dublin, had a morbid fear of becoming paralyzed. One evening at a party, the lady he sat next to at dinner heard him muttering mournfully to himself, “It’s happened at last…total insensibility … Continue reading “God’s Word Concerning Your Worries – Philippians 4:6-7 – Bible study”

Phil. 4:10-13 THE SECRET SOCIETY OF THE SATISFIED Intro: Paul uses the word “content in verse 11. This word speaks of “being satisfied with what one has, regardless of how small it might be. Are you a contented person? Are you satisfied with your lot in life? If you are, then you possess great treasure, … Continue reading “The Secret Society Of The Satisfied – Philippians 4:10-13 – Bible study”

Phil. 4:10-20 MY GOD SHALL Intro: This is Pauls letter of thanksgiving to a little church that had been a big blessing in his life. The church at Philippi was founded in 50 AD on Pauls second missionary journey. When this little congregation learned that their beloved Apostle was in prison, they send him a … Continue reading “My God Shall – Philippians 4:10-20 – Bible study”

Colossians 1:18 WHO IS JESUS?   Intro: Ill. The Disciples on the sea, Jesus calmed the sea and they declared, "What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!", Mt. 8:27. (Ill. Even the enemies of Jesus, the Scribes and Pharisees, wondered about Who He was. And the scribes … Continue reading “Living Above The Snake Line – Colossians 1:9-17 – Bible study”

Colossians 1:12-14 A GLORIOUS CHANGE FOR THE BETTER Intro: Some people fear change! I mean when anything deviates from the normal in their lives, they just can’t handle it. I am reminded of the little old lady who stood up at a lecture that Dr. Werner Von Braun was giving and said to the good … Continue reading “A Glorious Change For The Better – Colossians 1:12-14 – Bible study”

Colossians 1:15-23 OUR SUPERIOR SAVIOR Intro: The book of Colossians was written to a church that was embroiled in heresy. The problem in the Colossian church has come to be known as the Colossian Heresy.       Basically, there were people in Colossae teaching that God is good, but that all matter is evil. This was … Continue reading “Our Superior Savior – Colossians 1:15-23 – Bible study”

Colossians 1:18 WHO IS JESUS?   Intro: Ill. The Disciples on the sea, Jesus calmed the sea and they declared, "What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!", Mt. 8:27. (Ill. Even the enemies of Jesus, the Scribes and Pharisees, wondered about Who He was. And the scribes … Continue reading “Who Is Jesus? – Colossians 1:18 – Bible study”

Colossians 3:1-4 AN OLD CHALLENGE FOR A NEW YEAR Intro: Today is the last day of 2006. As we stand here on the edge of a New Year, it is a good time to reflect on the year that is ending and it is a good time to look forward into the year that is … Continue reading “An Old Challenge For a New Year – Colossians 3:1-4 – Bible study”

Col. 3:1-17 IS THE OLD MAN DEAD? Intro: Ill. Joseph Stalin and his collapse before parliament. Some, believing him to be dead, began to shout and to rejoice, congratulating one another over the apparent death of the evil dictator. Stalin, however, was far from dead and many of those who rejoiced paid with their lives. … Continue reading “Is The Old Man Dead? – Colossians 3:1-17 – Bible study”