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Many ask the question “Why?” in the face of tragedy and death.  Others question, “What happens to the deceased?”  Paul addresses these questions in 1st Thessalonians 4:13-18. To study these verses first spread out what you find.  Then sort it into groups. ...

In our last visit we identified the focus of 1st Thessalonians 2 as a passion and plan for discipling others.  We amplified this focus by describing Paul’s approach in discipling these Christians. I’d like to point out that the same qualities he exhibited ...

Let’s do a focus and amplify study of 1st Thessalonians 2.  The focus is, A Passion and Plan for Discipling Others. Whatever you’ve experienced in the past, dare to go forward with passion and a plan.  Paul experienced suffering, insults and strong opposit...

I trust you’re enjoying slowing down in our reading project to concentrate more thoroughly on what Paul said in his letters.  Today we introduce the book of 1st Thessalonians, one of Paul’s earliest books.  It addresses the ultimate question we all face – ...

In our last visit we studied Paul’s prayer found in Colossians 1:3-12.  Today let’s look at the life of Epaphras, mentioned twice in Colossians and in Philemon 23. Colossians 1:7 says the Colossians heard the good news of Jesus Christ from Epaphras, who ha...

Let’s study Paul’s prayer in Colossians 1:3-12.  In verses 3-8 Paul lists things about the Colossian Christians he thanks God for: their faith, love, hope, spiritual growth and fruit, and their willingness to send one of their own to help Paul in his minis...

As we continue reading through the Bible by the end of this year we now come to the book of Colossians.  Bobby Richards, famous American athlete, understood the main practical principle of Colossians when in a large meeting he prayed pointedly, “Dear God, ...

 In our last visit we began a topical study of “Joy” as found in the book of Philippians. We collected all the references on the topic and wrote down what we found.  Then we correlated this information into an outline: Joy through fellowship, joy through s...

While reading Philippians you’ll notice Paul mentions “joy” or “rejoice” about 10 times.  So, let’s do a topical study on Joy as found in Philippians. First, collect all the references where joy or rejoicing are mentioned and write down what is said about ...

Today let’s consider the book of Philippians.  “Living in Christ” is the theme I chose for this book.  Listen to Philippians chapter 3:10 where Paul’s prayer was, “That I may know Him (that is the Lord Jesus) and the power of His resurrection, and the fell...

As I mentioned when introducing the book of Ephesians, its theme is spiritual loveliness.  But the loveliness God wants to create in and through us is a loveliness that blooms, as it were, wherever we’re planted.  Frankly, we’re planted in a world filled w...

As I read the book of Ephesians again in preparation for this program, I noticed something I had not seen before, despite the many times I studied it.  Paul begins by explaining God’s plan for those who are His own, established before the foundation of the...

Studying what Paul writes about prayer in the book of Ephesians will help you in your prayer life.  His heart concern for the Ephesians is evident in chapters 1:15-23 and 3:14-21.  He shares further thoughts on prayer in 6:18-20.  Reflecting on what Paul s...

A young, non-believing wife said to me. “My husband’s life has been changed quite drastically since he received Jesus Christ as his Savior.  And I like him far more as he is now.”  That’s what God has in mind when He brings anyone into a new, spiritual rel...

Today I’d like to do an inductive study of the first 10 verses of Galatians 6.  In this study you answer the questions, What does it say?  What does it mean?  And what difference should it make in my life? These verses say it’s possible for a Christian to ...

In the introduction to my book, A Call To Responsible Freedom, I point out, you “have been called to a life of responsible freedom.  ‘Responsible Freedom’ is an important concept, but at the same time it is very elusive.  We tend to swing from one extreme ...

I’ve often been challenged by what Paul shares about an experience he had in Jerusalem.  Using 6 interrogatives, let’s study Galatians 2:1-10. In answer to the question, Who? you have Paul, Barnabas, Titus, Peter, James and John. Where?  In Jerusalem.  Whe...

In our reading of the New Testament, we’re now at the book of Galatians—a book that emphasizes spiritual liberty.  Take time to read through the book, one chapter per day.  In Galatians 5:13 it says, “You, my brothers, were called to be free.  But do not u...

Listen to the words in 2 Corinthians 13:5, “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves.  Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you?  Unless of course you fail the test.” Who is Paul writing to?  A church!  Now if a person ...

In our last few visits, we’ve been doing a “4S” or 4 steps study of 2 Corinthians 8 & 9 on the subject of stewardship.  After spreading out the information in these chapters we now need to sort it into categories.  I identified four categories: example...

We began a “4S” or 4 step study of stewardship based on 2 Corinthians 8&9 in our last visit.  Let’s continue to spread out what we find in these chapters.  Paul appeals to the Corinthians to follow through on their promise to give toward the need of Ch...

The Bible has much to say about money.  In 2 Corinthians 8 & 9 Paul teaches on stewardship.  Let’s do a “4S” or four step study of these chapters. First spread the information in these chapters out before you.  Paul begins with two illustrations.  The ...

Would you allow me to share something of great importance with you in the next few moments?  Many of you listen to this program daily.  Maybe you’ve never heard this program before and just happen to be listening today.  What Paul says in 2 Corinthians 6:2...

As you read 2 Corinthians, you’ll notice in chapter 5 some things that were going on in the life of Paul as he sought to be an ambassador for Jesus Christ and tried enlisting others to that ministry as well.  Their message would be to persuade sinners to r...

Let’s look at an insight word found in 2 Corinthians 3:18.  Paul described the difference between the letter of the law and the ministry of the Holy Spirit.  He concludes in verse 18, saying, “And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, a...