The Challenge of Fatherhood and Absent Fathers

Families in our society are challenged by perverted and confused concepts of the role of fatherhood, including the problems of absent and negligent fathers. This causes many troubled children and much confusion about the nature of God as our Father. Please consider the Bible teaching.

God Is All-Powerful, Almighty, Omnipotent

The Bible affirms that God is the Almighty: all-powerful and omnipotent. Consider the power God has as Creator and Ruler of the Universe, the only God who can perform miracles, forgive sin, and give men eternal life.

“He Who Has Ears, Let Him Hear”

In Matthew 11:15 and other passages Jesus said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” What does it mean to hear the teachings of Jesus?

What should we learn from Jesus’ statement that those who have ears to hear, should hear?

How to Handle Persecution and Opposition

Introduction:

2 Timothy 3:12 – All who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. Every Christian sooner or later will endure persecution. This has been true throughout history.

Persecution may come from civil rulers, employers, fellow-workers, teachers or professors, neighbors, friends, relatives, family members, people of false religious faiths, or even other members of the church.

Divine Authority vs. Human Wisdom in Religion

In this study we seek to consider the most important area of authority: religion.

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"Authority" may be defined as the right to rule or command, the power to give instructions that others are expected to obey, the right to make and enforce law. So we are discussing how we determine in religion what commands and instructions we are expected to obey.

George Washington’s Farewell Speech

There is some controversy about George Washington’s personal religious beliefs. But there is no doubt that he had great respect for faith in God and for moral living.

What Sin Has Done for You

Things in life are not always as advertised. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Have you ever bought a product only to be really disappointed in it? Karen and I once bought a used freezer. When we first examined it, it felt cold inside. But it was sitting in a garage in the wintertime. The man said it worked; but when we got it home, it did not work at all.

Commercials can make a product sound so good you are supposed to think you can’t live without it. But many of the products advertised are not good for you at all. Often the reality is entirely different from what is advertised.

Likewise, sin puts on a good front, but the reality is much different.

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Work Hard, Work Smart, Work Together

Several times I have heard athletic coaches encourage their players by saying: "Play hard, play smart, play together." Consider how this concept, with modification, applies to the local church.

Ephesians 4:12,16 – The church was organized (verse 11) for the purpose of equipping members to accomplish works of service so the body can be edified (built up – verse 16). Like a good team, we must learn to work hard, work smart, and work together.

"Prove Yourself a Man": The Meaning of Manhood

In 1 Kings 2:2, David gave charge to his son Solomon who would serve as king after him. He said: "Be strong, therefore, and prove yourself a man." Consider some observations:

Pride Goes Before a Fall: Physical Beauty

Winston Churchill’s mother was extremely proud of her appearance and charm. For nearly ten years she was considered the most desirable lady in England. She once said, "I shall never get used to not being the most beautiful woman in the room." *

Consider some lessons we should learn about pride.

The Boy or the Cap: What Is Your Focus?

A man saw a child fall into a lake and jumped in and saved his life. Soon afterward a woman came and asked if he was the man who pulled her son out of the lake. He modestly said that he was. She responded, "Well, where is his cap?" – Winston Churchill

 

Consider some lessons we can learn.