Personal Note: I wrote the original Bible study What You Should Be Doing and Why in January of 2020. I intended that it would be a two-part study to help others learn and implement the direct commands of the Lord Jesus Christ. The original study ended with a challenge to myself and others to study what Jesus taught and to implement it daily. After four … Continue reading What You Should Be Doing and Why (Part 2)
Originally Written on November 24, 2019 In our Bible study, The Parables of Jesus Christ: The Two Sons, we discussed a parable Jesus told to the chief priests and the elders of the temple (Matt. 21:23-32). Jesus told these “religious” men that publicans and harlots go into the kingdom of God before them (verse 31). These men refused to believe the way of righteousness that … Continue reading The Gospel According to John the Baptist
Step 1: Self-Examination If you are indeed suffering for being a follower of Jesus Christ, then how should you handle it? The prerequisite question you must ask yourself is: Am I suffering for Jesus’ sake or my own sake? Many Christians avoid asking themselves this hard question. It requires a deep look in the mirror, deep self-examination. “If ye be reproached for the name of … Continue reading The Christian Response to Suffering and Persecution (Part 1)
In Part 1, we discussed the first half of Proverbs 1:7. In this installment, we will discuss the second half. Remember, the road to obtaining knowledge begins with deep respect for the one true God. It is impossible to acquire the necessary knowledge for a happy prosperous life if you do not respect the Lord God and His instructions. (For more on this topic, read … Continue reading Proverbs 1:7 (Part 2): Fools Despise Knowledge
The 2 Olive Trees 