The theme of Philippians is "joy." That being the case, we shouldn't be surprised that Paul's last words of this book (Phil. 4:14-19) are about joy too. But the last, great lesson on joy in Philippians is a lesson about "the joy of giving." We normally don't associate "giving" with "joy" but Paul did. In this lesson we notice some tangible ways to better appreciate how there really is joy in giving as Paul uses the gift of the Philippians as a lesson for us today.
You can't really reduce something as dynamic as salvation into a simple list of things to do, but we sometimes try. But this lesson is not what you might think. It's a story about five things four men did to help a man who needed Jesus. When we follow their "steps" we can bring others to Jesus!
One of the most memorable verses in the Bible is often not clearly understood. Phil. 4:13 is not the motivation to win the game or run a race. It can be, but it's much, much more. It's really about persevering through trials and struggles to be able to do what God has asked you to do. And when you fail at that, it is the calm reassurance Jesus will cover for you.
We like "lists" and "facts." The Bible contains some lists and lots of facts, but it is so much more. Yet, in Matthew chapters 16-20, there's what we might call a list of some of the greatest things. This lesson explores how these things impact our decision to follow Jesus and serve in his church.
Brother Gary Bradley from the Mayfair church of Christ in Huntsville, AL was our guest preacher this weekend. In this lesson, he gave us the first three things the first century church did to open the door to new Christians.
Brother Gary Bradley from the Mayfair church of Christ in Huntsville, AL was our guest preacher this weekend. In this lesson, he gave us the first three things the first century church did to open the door to new Christians.
Matthew 14 contains three very familiar stories that are like a miniature world that we live in today. This lesson takes us on a survey of these stories reminding us that while the world seems against us, we should take advantage of our opportunities to make a difference but when we fail God is always there to rescue us.
In Philippians 4:4 Paul gives a command, not a suggestion. The key word in this verse is "always." In this lesson, we discuss how to do that even during times when we don't feel like.
Unfortunately, peace is rare. Whether it be the nations, our country or even our churches, there is typically division and disputes. In Philippians 4:1-3, Paul steps in to try to resolve a conflict with two women. But, in doing so, he shows us a lasting process to follow to help bring about peace if we desire to be a peacemaker.
The saddest person in the world is a discouraged Christian. Yet, discouragement happens to all. In Phil. 3:12-21, Paul gives a series of instructions to help Christians overcome discouragement and fulfill God's plan for them to keep moving forward!
