The Fourth Commandment
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/1/1997
The Sabbath is foundational to a healthy relationship with God. It is special, holy day of rest and time to reconnect with our Creator.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/1/1997
The Sabbath is foundational to a healthy relationship with God. It is special, holy day of rest and time to reconnect with our Creator.
Comparing
Sermonette; Given 4/22/1997
When we compare ourselves with others instead of God's standards, we can justify any behavior. It is inexcusable to judge others for the same things we practice.
Sermonette; Given 4/22/1997
When we compare ourselves with others instead of God's standards, we can justify any behavior. It is inexcusable to judge others for the same things we practice.
The Third Commandment
Bible Study (Article); Posted 4/1/1997
The third commandment may be the most misunderstood of all. This commandment covers the quality of our worship — how we bear God's name before others.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 4/1/1997
The third commandment may be the most misunderstood of all. This commandment covers the quality of our worship — how we bear God's name before others.
The Names of God
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 3/1/1997
The name of God is important—so important that He included its proper use in His Ten Commandments. However, His emphasis is on His character, not a pronunciation.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 3/1/1997
The name of God is important—so important that He included its proper use in His Ten Commandments. However, His emphasis is on His character, not a pronunciation.
The Second Commandment
Bible Study (Article); Posted 3/1/1997
Human nature tries to limit God to the confines of physical objects. Men fabricate images, called idols, to aid them in worshiping a god they have concocted.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 3/1/1997
Human nature tries to limit God to the confines of physical objects. Men fabricate images, called idols, to aid them in worshiping a god they have concocted.
Curses
Sermonette; Given 2/22/1997
Uttering curses with the desire to inflict pain upon someone is as old as humanity. The Bible calls for the death penalty for cursing parents or dignitaries.
Sermonette; Given 2/22/1997
Uttering curses with the desire to inflict pain upon someone is as old as humanity. The Bible calls for the death penalty for cursing parents or dignitaries.
The First Commandment
Bible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/1997
The first commandment reveals our first priority in every area of life: God. Anything we place ahead of Him becomes an idol!
Bible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/1997
The first commandment reveals our first priority in every area of life: God. Anything we place ahead of Him becomes an idol!
Godly Sorrow
Sermonette; Given 1/25/1997
People may feel grieved about loss of friendship, property, feel shame, disgrace, and even guilt, but if the behavior doesn't change, it is unproductive.
Sermonette; Given 1/25/1997
People may feel grieved about loss of friendship, property, feel shame, disgrace, and even guilt, but if the behavior doesn't change, it is unproductive.
'. . . And Not a Drop to Drink'
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/1997
The scarcity of water will become a factor as the end nears. World consumption of water is setting us up for major conflict over this precious resource.
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 1/1/1997
The scarcity of water will become a factor as the end nears. World consumption of water is setting us up for major conflict over this precious resource.
The Ten Commandments
Bible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/1997
God's Ten Commandments are the divine law and standard that regulate human conduct. As our world testifies, they are still very much needed today!
Bible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/1997
God's Ten Commandments are the divine law and standard that regulate human conduct. As our world testifies, they are still very much needed today!
Pagan Holidays
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/1996
The holidays of this world counterfeit God's holy days, but it is obvious that they are very different. God warns us not to be involved in them.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/1996
The holidays of this world counterfeit God's holy days, but it is obvious that they are very different. God warns us not to be involved in them.
Thankfulness
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/1996
The apostle Paul predicted the end-time generation to be unthankful. We need to buck this trend and show our appreciation to God and fellow man.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/1996
The apostle Paul predicted the end-time generation to be unthankful. We need to buck this trend and show our appreciation to God and fellow man.
Holy Days: Last Great Day
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/1996
The Last Great Day is the final holy day of the year, and it depicts the final steps in God's plan. After this—eternity!
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/1996
The Last Great Day is the final holy day of the year, and it depicts the final steps in God's plan. After this—eternity!
Syncretismas!
Article; Posted 12/1/1995
Christmas is a very blatant form of syncretism, the blending of diverse religious practices. The origins of Christmas testify of why we should reject it.
Article; Posted 12/1/1995
Christmas is a very blatant form of syncretism, the blending of diverse religious practices. The origins of Christmas testify of why we should reject it.
The Ministry of Angels
Article; Posted 11/1/1995
One can hardly turn around without seeing something about angels in entertainment or the media. Here is their true purpose and function within God's plan.
Article; Posted 11/1/1995
One can hardly turn around without seeing something about angels in entertainment or the media. Here is their true purpose and function within God's plan.
The Crown of LifeArticle; Posted 9/1/1995
We do not think about crowns much, but one awaits us if we continue in the faith! The Bible describes the crowns we will receive when we enter God's Kingdom.
The Sacrifice of Praise
Article; Posted 11/1/1994
I Peter 2:5 says that we are to offer up spiritual sacrifices. Here is what that means and how we can do it acceptably before God.
Article; Posted 11/1/1994
I Peter 2:5 says that we are to offer up spiritual sacrifices. Here is what that means and how we can do it acceptably before God.
Priestly Purity
Article; Posted 7/1/1994
God has called us as a royal priesthood, one whose spiritual purity cannot be compromised. God's truth works to purify us for His Kingdom.
Article; Posted 7/1/1994
God has called us as a royal priesthood, one whose spiritual purity cannot be compromised. God's truth works to purify us for His Kingdom.
Reasoning With God
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 4/1/1994
Is it wrong to reason with God? Can we plead our case before the Father and get results? Yes we can, but we must follow these biblical guidelines.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 4/1/1994
Is it wrong to reason with God? Can we plead our case before the Father and get results? Yes we can, but we must follow these biblical guidelines.
The Apostle Thomas
Sermonette; Given 3/5/1994
Even though the apostle Thomas had a skeptical, show-me approach, needing rock-solid proof, he totally embraced the truth, believing with all his might.
Sermonette; Given 3/5/1994
Even though the apostle Thomas had a skeptical, show-me approach, needing rock-solid proof, he totally embraced the truth, believing with all his might.