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Abortion

Life is sacred because it comes from God. From the womb, each person is fearfully and wonderfully made, bearing the image of the Creator. These lessons affirm the sanctity of life, expose the tragedy of abortion, and call us to defend the innocent with truth, compassion, and unwavering faith in God.

Alcohol

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The Christian and Alcohol

Alcohol is no small matter—it ruins lives, clouds judgment, and deceives many, even within the church. Yet God’s Word speaks clearly. In this lesson, we’ll examine what the Bible truly says about drinking, why it matters, and how Christians must respond with holiness, clarity, and unwavering sobriety in a dark world.

Angels

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The Role of Angels

Angels are God’s created spiritual messengers, powerful servants who carry out His will and minister to His people. Scripture reveals their origin, nature, and work—from praising God in heaven to aiding His people on earth—and promises they will accompany Christ in His triumphant return for judgment.

Anxiety

The Gift of Rest: God’s Answer to Anxious Toil

“Psalm 127 is one of only two psalms written by Solomon. In it, the wisest man of Israel reminds us that anxious toil apart from God is empty. True peace comes when we trust our Father, who gives rest and even blesses His children while they sleep.”

Apologetics (Christian Evidences)

Does God exist? Can the Bible be trusted? Are we created or evolved? These powerful lessons explore life’s most profound questions through evidence, Scripture, and reason. From creation to Christ, prophecy to purpose, each study is designed to build a rational, unshakable faith rooted in the truth of God’s Word.

Apostasy:

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Some will depart from the faith

introduction: the theme of 1 Timothy is Christian conduct. The basis of that conduct is the truth, the faith of the gospel. The text shows the necessity of the truth and how destructive religious error is. If one believes in error, he will practice error. These verses show the necessity of vigilance, both by the individual Christian as well as the entire congregation.

Text: 1 Timothy 4: 1-5

Turning Away from God

God’s people were led out of Egyptian captivity by the hand of God. But something happened on the way to the Promised Land. Hebrews 3:7-11 Their hearts were hardened and they turned away from God. One can fall away today as they did. The Hebrew writer continues on in the next three verses and tells us how to avoid this great tragedy. Text: Hebrews 3:12-14

Assurance

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Can I Know I’m Saved?

Jesus wants everyone to be saved. (II Peter 3:9) “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.” NKJV He made it possible so that everyone could be saved. (John 4:42) “Then they said to the woman, ‘Now we believe, not because of what you said, for we ourselves have heard Him and we know that this is indeed the Christ, the Savior of the world.’ ” NKJV But we also know that we do sin. (I John 1:8) “If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” NKJV So can I know with assurance that I am saved? If so, how?

You Can Know For Sure

You may have heard someone say, “The Bible is too difficult to understand so you can’t be certain about what it teaches.” So if you have strong convictions about Biblical teachings, you are considered dogmatic, legalistic, or maybe a Bible thumper! Can we be certain about basic Bible teachings? Let’s read Luke 1:1-4. “Inasmuch as many have taken in hand to set in order a narrative of those things which have been fulfilled among us, just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word delivered them to us, it seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write to you an orderly account most excellent Theophilus, that you may know the certainty of those things in which you were instructed.” NKJV

Here the inspired wrier Luke reveals that he had investigated all things carefully or accurately. He had gone to the original sources for this information. His purpose for doing this was so that his readers might know the “certainty” of those things they had been taught. The Greek word “know” denotes exact or full knowledge while the Greek word “certainty” means steadfast, firm, not liable to fall.

So the Bible is not a collection of uncertain teachings but rather something we can know. Listen to the words of Romans 15:14 as well as John 8:32 and II Peter 2:21. Romans 15:14 “Now I myself am confident concerning you, my brethren, that you also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.” John 8:32 “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” II Peter 2:21 “For it would have been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than having known it, to turn from the holy commandment delivered to them.” NKJV

Attendance

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Why Go? (Reasons to Attend Evening Services)

All people who truly have God’s desires in their heart are vitally interested in the increase of attendance at all services, especially those in the evening. Many are trying to accomplish this by such methods as the use of dramatic performances, by special musical groups, by the use of celebrities such as sports figures, and by using magicians, weight lifters, acrobats, and such. None of these work because they emphasize the wrong reasons for attending services. What are some of the right reasons for attending, especially on Sunday and Wednesday evenings?

The Assembling Of The Saints

There is a growing belief among those who claim Christ as Savior that the assembling of the saints is unnecessary. The American culture at large has slowly come to the place of believing that a person can be a Christian without regularly gathering together with other believers in worship and fellowship. This is just not the case. The Christian faith is an assembling faith. The very word church in the Greek is “Ekklesia” which, in the ancient Greek, denoted a group called out to come to the assembly. Assembly is in the word Ekklesia.

It is claimed by some that new testament Christians did not assemble for worship, therefore it is not a requirement today. This lesson examines the necessity of the Assemblies from the Word of God.

Atonement

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Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, was Israel’s most solemn day—a time to confront sin, seek cleansing, and restore fellowship with God. Leviticus 16 foreshadows Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice, where His own blood turned away God’s wrath, removed sin completely, and opened the way for eternal redemption through Him.

Atonement

Bobby Stafford

Authority

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What Is Authority?

Read Jude 24-25. It informs us that God has had dominion and authority from the beginning. But what does having authority really mean?

The Silence of Scripture

What an extremely important subject! Should we respect the silence of Scripture? Our eternal life depends upon it. The Restoration motto: “Speak where the Bible speaks, be silent where the Bible is silent” reiterates the importance of having authority for all we do religiously.
Example: You order a new refrigerator. When the men arrive, they unload a refrigerator, a range, and a dishwasher. “Well, you didn’t say not to bring them!” We understand about silence in the everyday world. Why can’t we understand silence in religious matters? God expects us to use reason and intelligence.
There are many examples in God’s Word which well illustrate this Biblical principle. Remember Romans 15:4a “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning. . .” NKJV Let’s look at one of them.
Text: I Chronicles 13:1-13

By What Authority

Jesus enters Jerusalem during the last week before his death. He cleanses the temple, heals the blind and the lame, and causes the fig tree to wither. While He was in the temple, the Jewish leaders asked him two questions. Question #1: What authority did he have to do these things? Question #2: who gave him that authority? Jesus replied, clarifying that there are only two possible sources for our religious practices: God or man. There are no other possibilities. sermon text Matthew 21: 23-27

Tower of Babel:

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Out Of Babel

In a new study just recently published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the research supported the idea that multiple people groups had independent origins. This would support the confusion of languages that happened at Babel. The researchers analyzed 2,082 worldwide languages and 246 global people groups. So this study matched up well with the dispersal of different people groups at Babel. So let’s go to God’s Word to see what happened at Babel.

Baptism

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Blessings Of Being Born Again

The apostle Peter is sometimes called “The apostle of hope.” He often uses the word “hope” in 1 Peter, a letter written to those who had been born again (Christians) and had experienced the new birth. Notice his description of them in his introduction (1 Peter 1: 1- 2).

Peter described Christians as pilgrims—sojourners—temporary residents on earth. This is a reminder that their citizenship was in heaven. Peter also described Christians as the elect—or chosen ones. They had become the chosen ones when they answered the gospel's call as the Thessalonian Christians had ( 2 Thessalonians 2: 13, 14 ). Their sanctification began when they were born of water and the spirit in obedience to the spirit's teaching.

Lesson text: 1 Peter 1: 3-9. Peter now describes the many blessings that those who have been born again enjoy.

Acceptable Baptism

Baptism is essential to salvation, but not every baptism is acceptable to God. Acts 19 shows that correct action, understanding, and purpose are required. This lesson examines what the Bible teaches about true baptism—its form, faith, and purpose—so we can be certain our obedience meets God’s standard.

The Ark and the Church

God, in His infinite wisdom, left information in the Old Testament which helps us gain a deeper understanding of the teachings in the New Testament that pertain to us. One method He chose was the use of types and antitypes. The Word of God reveals that there were people and things in the Old Testament that symbolized people and things in the New Testament. The types were in the Old Testament and the antitypes in the New Testament. For example, Adam was a type and Christ the antitype. (Romans 6:14) There were similarities. Our text today, I Peter 3:20-21, says the water of the flood was the type and baptism is the antitype. We will also see from this passage that the ark was a type and the church is the antitype.

Text: I Peter 3:18-21

Baptist:

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The Baptist Church

Whenever a particular religious group’s beliefs are examined, it is done to see whether these teachings are in agreement with the Word of God. As with many faiths, some of its members may be unaware of what that religious group actually teaches.

Beatitudes:

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Blessed Are The Meek
Matthew 5:5
"Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth."

We are continuing our study of the Beatitudes this morning, focusing on Matthew Chapter 5, Verse 5 now. First, let's go back and read Verse 3, which states, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." We discussed how our lives must be emptied before we can experience a filling. In the second Beatitude, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted," we must reach a point where we feel sorrow for our sins and transgressions, leading us to turn to God. Now we come to Verse 5, which aligns with Verse 2: "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." For the Jewish people in the first century, many of whom were looking for an earthly political and military ruler to deliver them from the despised Romans, the concept of a meek Messiah was a stark contrast to their expectations. They understood the sword's power but did not recognize the strength of meekness, and this teaching turned their world upside down.

Sermon On The Mount Lesson 3
Beatitudes
Matthew 5:6, "Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness"

We're continuing our discussion on the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on the Beatitudes. We have covered the poor in spirit, those who mourn, and the meek. We're examining verse six: "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." As an introduction, we acknowledge that the problem with this world is sin; we don't live in a sick society, but a sinful one. The solution to all our problems is righteousness, living a righteous life. This beatitude emphasizes how righteous living can enhance our lives and the lives of everyone around us. Proverbs 14:34 reminds us that righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people. In this beatitude, we will explore what righteousness truly means and what it can bring to us. First, it says, "Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness." In the first century, people in Palestine were all too familiar with hunger and thirst because finding water was not as easy for them as it is for us. Many lived

Blessed Are The Merciful
Matthew 5:7
"Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy."

Now, let’s dive into the Beatitude from Matthew chapter 5, verse 7. We should remember the first four Beatitudes we discussed: being poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, and those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. All of these reflect the attitudes of individuals in the Kingdom of God. The Beatitude we're focusing on today emphasizes action; it highlights what those in the Kingdom should be doing. It states, "Blessed are merciful, for they shall obtain mercy."

Belief:

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What is Biblical Belief?

So many in the religious world today believe, practice and teach that personal mental acceptance in who Jesus Christ claimed He was and what He did for mankind is all that is required for one's salvation. And here we have Jesus saying that the work of God is that we believe on Him whom God sent. However, backing up in the context we see Jesus instructing His listeners to labor for the meat that endureth unto everlasting life. Is mental belief all that is really required or is there something more?

Faith or Faith Only?

Everyone claiming Jesus Christ as their savior agrees that belief or faith is essential to one's salvation. Hebrews 11:6 teaches us that without faith it is impossible to please him. For he who comes to God must believe that he is. We must have faith, we must believe in God and we must believe that Jesus Christ is His Son. Nobody I know of questions the fact that faith is essential for Salvation. But in the ranks of those who claim Jesus Christ as their savior there is disagreement as to whether anybody must do anymore than believe in order to be saved. Much of the denominational world believes and teaches that a person is saved when they "only believe" that Jesus is the Christ. They teach that salvation is by faith only. They teach that all that a person has to do to have the salvation that Jesus offers is just to believe in Jesus and to believe in Him for who He is. In fact many believe that it is wrong to teach that salvation is dependant upon any act of obedience on their part. They teach this because they really do believe the Bible teaches that. And it is true that Jesus says in John 11:26 that whosever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. And years later in Acts 16:31 Paul told the Philippian Jailor to "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house."

Benevolence:

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Who Are You Feeding?

True hospitality is not about impressing friends—it’s about reflecting the heart of God. In this lesson, Jesus challenges us to care for the poor, the broken, and the overlooked. By examining Scripture, we’re reminded that our generosity reveals our spiritual priorities and will be remembered on the day of judgment.

Bible:

The Bible is the inspired, inerrant, and all-sufficient Word of God. These lessons affirm the Bible’s divine origin, reliability, power, and authority. Through prophecy, preservation, clarity, and proper interpretation, we learn to treasure, trust, and rightly divide the Word that leads to eternal life.

Blood:

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There's A Fountain Filled With Blood

After a long, hot day of work, no one would put on fresh clothes without first taking a shower. Spiritually, the same principle applies. We are all stained by sin and cannot cover it with our own righteousness. Only Christ’s blood—His cleansing fountain—can wash us clean and make us truly new.

The Blood of the Lamb

This lesson explores the powerful connection between the Old Testament Passover and Jesus Christ, the true Lamb of God. Just as Israel was spared by the blood of a spotless lamb, we are saved today through the precious blood of Christ. God still declares, “When I see the blood, I will pass over you.”

Jesus Died to Shed His Blood

This lesson draws special attention to the purpose behind Jesus’ death: to shed His blood. While it may seem like a repetition of the gospel message, it deserves deeper reflection. Jesus did not die merely as a martyr or moral example — He died to shed His blood for the remission of sins. Without that shedding, His death would have no power to save. Hebrews 9:22 declares, “Without the shedding of blood is no remission.” That truth, grounded in both the Old and New Testaments, anchors this message.

There's Power in the Blood

Robert Moss

Catholicism:

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Is the Pope From God

People are fascinated by the Pope, the pageantry surrounding him, the secrecy, the power, the wealth. But what does God think of the Pope, the papacy in general, and the entire Roman Catholic Church? Let’s open the Bible and also look at history to determine whether the Pope and the Catholic Church are from God.

Character Studies:

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The Life of Joseph

Life is not perfect. Bad things happen to good people. Everybody makes mistakes, bad choices. The question is: “Can God bring good out of these?” Yes, He can! Read Romans 8:28. “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” NKJV This is clearly seen in the life of the Old Testament character, Joseph. It’s to his life we now turn our attention.

Children:

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What I Want My Children to Believe

So, as a parent, what do I need to teach my children? What do I want my children to believe?

Are Children Born Sinners?

It is hard to believe that anyone would even think that babies are born as sinners. Yet many Protestants and Catholics believe this. They say that babies are born with a sinful nature and blackened with original sin. Does the Bible, the Word of God, actually teach this?

Christian Living:

These lessons challenge us to live as true disciples of Christ in every area of life—speech, service, humility, holiness, and faith. Rooted in scripture, they explore practical obedience, godly values, spiritual transformation, and enduring hope. Whether facing trials or seeking purpose, God’s Word equips us for faithful, fruitful living.

Christianity:

In a world obsessed with progress and innovation, God calls us to return to the old paths—His original design found in Scripture. These lessons challenge us to go forward spiritually by going back to the Bible, restoring New Testament Christianity, embracing true morality, and living with vision, unity, and faithfulness. Lesson Library on Christianity.

Christmas:

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Should We Celebrate Christmas?

The Christmas season is upon us. We will often hear “Jesus is the reason for the season” and “Let’s put Christ back in Christmas.” How should Christians respond? Should we celebrate it at all? Does God allow us to celebrate this holiday in certain ways? These are important questions which deserve our careful consideration.

Christmas and the Birth of Christ

Each year, conversations about the season return. Some esteem a day to remember Jesus’ birth; others treat every day alike. Scripture calls me to be fully convinced in my own mind and to give thanks in either case (Romans 14:5–6). My aim in this lesson is to honor the Lord’s authority, walk in love toward consciences that differ, and use the moment to point hearts to the Savior.

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The Assembling of the Saints

The early church/ekklesia regularly assembled regularly. The purpose of this article is to examine whether there is sufficient evidence within God’s word to draw the conclusion that Christians/Believers regularly assembled in the early church for the purpose of worshiping God. This study from God’s Word is in response to those who seek to deny the reality of assembled Christians for the purpose of worship toward God in the early church.

Church Growth

In the religious world today, many groups measure success by numbers alone. Newsletters, broadcasts, and online promotions reveal a willingness to use gimmicks and marketing strategies to boost attendance. While growth is a worthy desire—I pray for it daily—it must not come at any cost. The New Testament teaches that there are principles more important than numerical growth. This lesson examines those priorities, each rooted in God’s Word, that must guide the Lord’s church if growth is to be pleasing to Him.

Three Cities

The Bible records God’s dealings with three cities—Jerusalem, Babylon, and Nineveh—each representing distinct spiritual lessons. This sermon examines their histories, God’s judgments, and the timeless warnings they provide. By studying these cities, we learn how to align ourselves with God’s will and avoid the pitfalls of rebellion and sin.

The History of the Church Lesson 1

The church of Christ began in the first century, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy. Christ is its head, and the New Testament reveals its pattern. This lesson examines the church’s early growth, the first departures from apostolic teaching, and the importance of guarding the Lord’s design for His church today.

The History of the Church Lesson 2

The church’s early centuries saw prophecy fulfilled and apostasy predicted in Scripture become reality. From changes in leadership to corrupted worship practices, history reveals how departures from God’s pattern began. Understanding these developments equips us to guard the church today and remain faithful to the Bible’s authority.

Confession:

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How To Confess Your Sins

Psalm 51 traces a sinner’s road to joy. David faces transgression, pleads for mercy, speaks truth, turns with godly sorrow, and begs cleansing. This sermon walks that path—defining sin (Rom 3:23; 1 Jn 3:4), confessing (1 Jn 1:9), and seeking renewal God grants through Christ’s blood (Acts 22:16; Ps 51:10).

Real Confessions

Parrots can mimic words, yet imitation is not faith. Confession in Scripture is more than syllables; it is truth spoken from a convinced heart and embodied in obedient living. “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful”

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Lessons From First Century Christians
Lesson 14 Colossians 4:7-18 Colossians Series:

Hebrews 12:1–2 calls us to run with endurance, surrounded by a cloud of witnesses. In Colossians 4:7–18, real first-century believers—Tychicus, Onesimus, Aristarchus, Mark, Justus, Epaphras, Luke, even Demas—model trust, service, prayer, comfort, perseverance, and warning. Their lives urge us to mature, encourage, labor, and finish faithful in Christ with hope.

Those Who are Outside
Colossians: Lesson 13 Colossians 4:2-6

Colossians 4:2–6 calls disciples to love those outside Christ. Paul outlines a fourfold path: continue earnestly in prayer, walk in wisdom, redeem the time, and speak with gracious, seasoned words. This lesson urges vigilant hearts and intentional lives that open doors for the gospel and restore the wandering to hope.

Should Being in Christ Affect How You Live Each Day
Colossians Lesson 12

Colossians proclaims Christ's sufficiency and presses it into everyday relationships. In 3:18–4:1, Paul applies the lordship of Jesus to homes and workplaces: wives and husbands, children and fathers, servants and masters. This lesson explores how being in Christ reshapes submission, love, obedience, integrity, and justice for God’s glory in life.

Alive in Christ
Colossians Lesson 7

Paul had just reminded the Christians in Colosse that all blessings resided in Christ. He was sufficient to meet every spiritual need. He now stressed that spiritual life can only be found in Christ Jesus, but that there are essentials for one being alive in Christ.

The Church at Colossi
Colossians Lesson 1

Written during Paul’s first Roman imprisonment (AD 61–63), Colossians addresses believers in Asia Minor facing errors about Christ. From greetings (1:1–8), the letter insists the fullness of deity dwells in Jesus and His gospel alone produces faith, love, hope, and fruit—truth that frees, completes, and steadies the church for today.

Contending For The Faith:

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Wage the Good Warfare

Paul's great concern for the congregation of the Lord's church is very apparent in these 3 verses. He knew there were some in the church at ephesus who had strayed from the truth and might influence others to do the same. He places responsibility upon Timothy to hold fast to the doctrine which taught men to put their trust in Christ.

Text: 1 Timothy 1: 18-20

Custodians of the Truth

Custodians are people who are to take the responsibility for taking care of something valuable such as paintings, books, even houses. The Jews were proud that they were custodians of the oracles of God. (Romans 3:1-2) But they did not do with the Word what they should have. (Romans 2:17-24)

Testing the Spirits

Conscience:

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Conscience

The New Testament word translated “conscience” speaks of shared knowledge within the self—an inner awareness formed by instruction and experience. In the Old Testament this function is frequently expressed by the word “heart.” Paul describes the conscience as a faculty that testifies inside a person about right and wrong: “their conscience also bearing witness, and between themselves their thoughts accusing or else excusing them” (Romans 2:13–16). The conscience, then, observes, testifies, and renders a verdict. Because it operates with information, it must be taught what is true if it is to guide us well.

Covenant:

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The Two Covenants

Introduction: Many questions come up when we talk with our religious neighbors. One very common one is, “Why do you go by the New Testament and not the Old?” Usually, they are asking, " Why do you base your beliefs and practices solely on the New Testament and not the Old? " This is a very important question—and answer to which we need to be able to give.

The Blank Page

What would you consider to be the most important page in the Bible? Would it be the one containing Genesis Chapter 1? Or maybe it would be the one that has John 3:16 on it? A good argument could be made that the most important page in your Bible is the blank page between the end of the Old Testament and the beginning of the New Testament. This page has tremendous significance concerning the salvation of your soul. What does this page mean?

Which Law is It?

The new testament makes some statements about the old law that are important if we are to understand the separation between the two.

Coveting:

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Thou Shalt Not Covet

The world often celebrates appetite for more, yet Scripture presses a sober question: when is enough, enough? From the first temptation in Eden, the pattern appears—seeing, desiring, taking—and the consequences follow. God addresses this deep struggle with a clear command, a host of warnings, and a gracious way forward. Our task is to understand coveting as the Bible defines it, trace its patterns and outcomes, learn the desires God commends, and embrace the practices that break coveting’s grip.

Coveting
Bobby Stafford

Cross of Christ

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The Glory of the Cross

Text: Galatians 6:11–14
Theme: The cross of Christ is the ground of our salvation, the center of our hope, and the power that severs the world’s grip on the heart.

The Power of the Cross

The CROSS

Sermon From The Cross

While Jesus hung from the cross He made a few statements while He was dying in agony at the hands of those He came to save. It is significant to note that even while Jesus was suffering, having been scourged and then spiked naked to a cruel cross and left to finish dying a shameful and agonizing death in the site of all, He still spoke words that have relevance to all of the faithful for all of time. His love for us was so great that He willingly endured the death of the cross so that we could have redemption from sin and He continued to teach both by word and by example till His last breath.

Psalm 22

Crucifixion

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There Was Darkness Over The Whole Land

“Now from the sixth hour until the ninth hour there was darkness over all the land” (Matthew 27:45, NKJV). With these words the Gospel writers begin an astonishing series of divine acts at Calvary. Heaven drew the world’s attention to the cross, and Scripture records what those signs mean for faith, worship, and hope. This lesson considers the three hours of darkness, the tearing of the veil, the great earthquake, and the opening of certain graves, so that our hearts may approach God with reverence and confidence through Jesus Christ.

Dancing

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Is Dancing a Sin?

Christians often ask whether dancing is sinful. Scripture gives no direct prohibition, yet it commands discernment. This lesson defines what we mean by dancing, contrasts innocent movement with modern social practices, and applies biblical principles—purity, modesty, love for neighbor, and avoiding temptation, to guide consciences that seek to honor God.

Daniel
Title	Lesson	Author
Introduction to Daniel		David Hersey
Nebuchadnezzar's Dream		David Hersey
Nebuchadnezzar's Fiery Furnace		David Hersey
Nebuchadnezzar's Testimony of God		David Hersey
Daniel		Richard Chambers

D eath
Title	Lesson	Audio	Video	Author
Where Are The Dead? (Download Audio)				Bobby Stafford
Fear of Death (Download Audio)				Bobby Stafford
The Wisdom of Death				Bobby Stafford

Depression:

Speaker	Sermon/Lesson Title	Media
Bobby Stafford	Helping the Broken Hearted
Bobby Stafford	My Soul Is Troubled

Disobedience:

Speaker	Sermon/Lesson Title	Media
Bobby Stafford	How To Disobey God
Bobby Stafford	Disobeying God

Denominationalism:

Speaker	Sermon/Lesson Title	Media
Bobby Stafford	Baptist Church (Audio)
Bobby Stafford	Catholicism (Audio) (Video)
David Hersey	Denominationalism (Audio) (Video)
Donnie Autry	Unanswerable Questions Answered #1
Donnie Autry	Unanswerable Questions Answered #5 When is my salvation lost?
Donnie Autry	Unanswerable Questions Answered #6 Can I regain my salvation after it is lost?
Donnie Autry	Unanswerable Questions Answered #7 Are there Sins I cannot be forgiven of?
Donnie Autry	Unanswerable Questions Answered #8 What if I sin right before I die?
Donnie Autry	Unanswerable Questions Answered #9 The Name of the Church
David Hersey	Just Another Denomination?

D ivine Revelation:		Streaming
Title	Lesson	Audio	Author
What Does the Bible Say About Modern Day Revelation? (Download Audio)			David Hersey

Doctrine:

Lay Hold On Eternal Life

The apostle Paul ends his first letter to Timothy, the evangelist, emphatically by encouraging him to lay hold on eternal life. Paul describes how all Christians can get a firm grip on everlasting life. He lists certain principles that one must pursue if one wants heaven to be his home. This is of the utmost importance!

Sermon text:

1 Timothy 6:11-16

Bobby Stafford

The necessity of doctrinal purity

A.W. TOZER once said, “It would be impossible to overemphasize the importance of sound doctrine in the life of a Christian. Right thinking about all spiritual matters is imperative to having the right living. As men do not gather grapes of thorns nor figs of thistles, so sound character does not grow out of unsound teaching.”
The popular idea is that doctrine is not important; one must only be sincere. Paul refutes that belief in our text and stresses the absolute necessity of doctrinal purity.
Lesson text: 1 Timothy 6:3-5

Bobby Stafford

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The Doctrine Of Christ

By the time Paul wrote this letter to Timothy, they had traveled together for many years. Paul had left Timothy at Ephesus and placed a great deal of responsibility upon his young shoulders. He was to teach the church there how to conduct itself, how to worship, how to treat one another, and how to evangelize. But Timothy was to accomplish this by means of sound doctrine. Paul says to use scripture, the word of God. It was to have the foremost place in his work.

Text: one Timothy 1: 3-7

Bobby Stafford

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False Teachers

Don Cope

D oubt and Discouragement:	Streaming Audio	Streaming Video
Title	Lesson	Lesson	Author
Dealing With Doubt and Discouragement			Bobby Stafford

Ecclesiastes:

Speaker	Sermon/Lesson Title	Media
Bobby Stafford	The Wisdom of Death Sermon Text: Ecclesiastes 7:2-4
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Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes 5:1 Thru 12	$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\Image2.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes 3:14 Thru 4:12	$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\Image2.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Chapter 1	$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\Image2.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$
Bobby Stafford	Introduction to Ecclesiastes (chapter 1)
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes 2 All Is Vanity (chapter 1)
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Lesson 3 The Meaning of Life (chapter 1)
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Chapter 2 Lesson 1
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Chapter 2, Lesson 2
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes 3
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Chapter 4 Part 1
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Chapter 4 Part 2
Bobby Stafford	Ecclesiastes Chapter 10 Part 2

Edification:
Title	Audio	Author

Equipping the Saints		Pat Cowden

Elders:

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The Treatment of Elders:

The purpose of Paul's letter to Timothy was to set forth how the church was to conduct itself. He had just discussed at length how the church was to treat its widows, including financial support for some. He now turns his attention to the church and its conduct towards its leaders, the eldership.

Sermon text: 1 Timothy 5:17-25

Bobby Stafford

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Qualifications of Overseers

The apostle Paul instructed Timothy to teach the Christians in Ephesus how they were to conduct themselves as members of the Lord's church. The church needs to emphasize prayer, first Timothy 2: 1, 2; Men and women have direct roles in the church, first Timothy 2: 8-15; the church is to be led by overseers, 1 Timothy 3: 1-7. The church, therefore, needs to understand the qualifications and work of these overseers.

Lesson text: 1 Timothy 3: 1-7, Titus 1: 5-11.

Bobby Stafford

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Endurance:

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What Will Happen When the Lord Returns?

Read Acts 1:9-11. “Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” NKJV The angels declared that Jesus would come again. But what does the Bible say will happen when Jesus Christ returns?

Bobby Stafford

Don't Give Up

Temptation – Each of us has been tempted before. It can come in many forms and wear many faces. But how do we keep from giving in to temptation? A great example is that of Joseph in the Old Testament. Read Genesis 39:7-9. “And it came to pass after these things that his master’s wife cast longing eyes on Joseph and she said, ‘Lie with me.’ But he refused and said to his master’s wife, ‘Look, my master does not know what is with me in the house, and he has committed all that he has to my hand. There is no one greater in this house than I, nor has he kept back anything from me but you, because you are his wife. How then can I do this great wickedness and sin against God?’ ” NKJV Satan found that he could not overcome Joseph with troubles from the world, so he tried to entice him with sensual pleasures. This story reveals four principles to keep in mind when we are tempted.

Bobby Stafford

Encouragement:
Title	Audio	Video	Author
Be An Encouragement			Bobby Stafford
Life's Goliaths			David Hersey

End Times:

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New Heavens and New Earth Many today claim that our eternal home will be a renovated earth. But is that what the Bible teaches? This lesson examines both Old and New Testament scriptures to reveal the true nature of the “new heavens and new earth”—a heavenly, eternal dwelling prepared by God for the righteous.	Bobby Stafford
What Will Happen When the Lord Returns? Many speculate about Christ’s return, but only Scripture gives us certainty. What will truly happen when Jesus comes again? This lesson examines key biblical passages to reveal the truth: the resurrection of all, the final judgment, the end of the world, and the eternal reward or punishment that follows.	Bobby Stafford
Living For Eternity The Great Pyramids of Egypt, Stonehenge, Statues on Easter Island, ancient temples in China, St. Peter’s Cathedral, and many more landmarks could be named that have stood the test of time over centuries and even millennia. But a day is coming when all of these will be completely destroyed, dissolved, no longer in existence. Not a trace of them will remain. Text: II Peter 3:10-13	Bobby Stafford
The End of All Things is Near Yes, indeed, the end is near! The end of the Christian age is near. It was near in the first century and it’s near in the twenty-first as well. Because this is true, how should we act? Should we make more specific predictions about the coming of Christ? Should we go hide in a cave? We should do exactly what the apostle Peter told his first century readers to do. Text: I Peter 4:7	Bobby Stafford
Will there be a Rapture followed by an earthly reign of Jesus? Many today believe in a future “Rapture” followed by a thousand-year reign of Christ on Earth. But does the Bible actually teach this? This lesson examines key scriptures that expose the contradictions of millennial doctrine and affirm Christ’s present reign in heaven—not a future one on Earth.	David Hersey
What does the Bible say about the End of Earth? What will happen at the end of the world? The Bible speaks clearly: the heavens will dissolve, the earth will burn, and Christ will return in judgment. This lesson explores what God reveals about the final day—its suddenness, destruction, and the eternal hope for those who are prepared.	David Hersey

Evangelism:

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A Preacher’s Charge

Paul left Timothy in Ephesus as an evangelist to instruct the church there on how to behave. Timothy was given great responsibility as the preacher for the church in Ephesus. In our text, Paul gives Timothy a charge as to how he was to conduct himself as their preacher.

Sermon text: 1 Timothy 4: 12-16

Bobby Stafford

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Go Into All The World

Just before he ascended back to heaven, Jesus had one final instruction to impart to his disciples. He gave them his plan for spreading the gospel, good news, and making more disciples. This Final instruction, which Jesus gave his disciples before leaving earth and returning to heaven, is what is commonly called the Great Commission.

The text for our lesson today is Matthew 28:16-20.

Bobby Stafford
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Sowing & Reaping
2 Corinthians 9:6, Galatians 6:7-9

Today is the father of tomorrow. What we are today is the result of what we have been thinking and the way we have lived in the past. The nation of Israel had to learn this in a very personal way, Judges 2: 1-4. They failed to follow God's instructions and suffered the consequences. The Lord gives principles in scripture which serve as both warnings and encouragements, Galatians 6:7. This law is true in every area of life. When God created this world, he made it to operate according to certain rules, Genesis 8: 22. While this verse discusses agriculture, this law applies universally.

Bobby Stafford

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Take Up His Cross

Being a faithful disciple of our Lord doesn't just happen. We must first count cost of following Christ and then follow through with a lifelong commitment period it is this very thing that Jesus addresses in our text.

Text: Matthew 16:21-27

Bobby Stafford

Why I Should Become A Christian

In becoming a Christian, a person must make a deliberate choice. So why should you make this choice?

Bobby Stafford

The Woman At The Well
John 4:1-42

Alan Webster once wrote a tract on the account of the woman at the well as it relates to evangelism, and I want to take this morning and this evening and take a look at this text with you. We are concentrating on having a greater outward focus, and who better to show us how than Jesus, himself. Jesus illustrates numerous principles in his encounter with the woman at the well that will aid us in talking to our neighbors about Jesus. Consider and implement these points.

Bobby Stafford

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Feeding The Five Thousand

Become more like Christ. What can we learn about Him from this account?

Bobby Stafford

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A Look Ahead

2012 is drawing to a close and 2013 is knocking at our door. We are one year closer to leaving this earthly realm. Before we start thinking about the future, let us ask ourselves two very important questions. Have I drawn closer to God through His Word and prayer? (James 4:8) Have I set a good example to the world? (Matthew 5:13-16)

As we look ahead and make plans for the coming year, let us be like the emu and the kangaroo. Neither can move backward. The emu has three toes on the front of its foot. If it tries to go backward, it falls down. The kangaroo’s long heavy tail prevents it from going backward. Let us look ahead and make plans; set goals for us as the Lord’s church in Granby. Goals help to give us direction and purpose. Proverbs 2:5 tells us, “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance. . .” Keep this saying in mind as we move through this lesson, “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”

Bobby Stafford

7 Principles of Personal Evangelism

I believe most Christians truly want to share the gospel of Christ with others but are afraid or feel uncomfortable doing so. By looking at how Jesus, the Master Teacher, engaged in personal evangelism, we can follow His example.

Text: John 4:1-26

Bobby Stafford

Seeking The Lost

Most of us are very concerned when we lose something that we consider valuable. We will exert time and energy in an effort to locate it. Finding it is an occasion to rejoice.

Jesus, throughout his time on earth, was concerned for the lost. He knew the value of a soul and would eventually give up His life for the souls of mankind. But not everyone possessed the compassion for the lost that He did. This is where our story begins.

Among those waiting to hear Jesus were tax collectors and sinners. Tax collectors were despised by many of the Jews and were considered “outcasts.” “Sinners” would have included even harlots. The Pharisees [strictest sect of the Jews] and the scribes [copyists of the Law] grumbled [complained] that Jesus welcomed these outcasts. They were insinuating that Jesus must be a sinner, too. So Jesus told three stories to illustrate how precious even one soul is and that Jehovah doesn’t even want one to be lost. Today we will look at two of them.

Bobby Stafford

Sowing & Reaping

We know from experience that if we sow corn seed, we will reap corn, not wheat. We also know that if we plant one corn seed, we won’t grow forty acres of corn. We do truly reap what we sow.

Read Galatians 6:7. “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.” NKJV No truer words were ever spoken. This is an unchangeable law of God. By examining this verse in detail, we can harvest some very useful lessons.

Bobby Stafford

Phillip – A Soul Winner

When God sent orders to Philip to leave Samaria and go down the road that led from Jerusalem unto Gaza, Philip was obedient. (Acts 8:26-27) The Bible says, “He arose and went.” Philip obeyed God without question. If we are going to be effective soul winners like Philip, we, too, must be submissive. We must, at all times and at all cost, be willing to do what “God wants us to do; and not what we want to do. However, at times this is very difficult for many of us.

Philip had great success in Samaria preaching the gospel. (Acts 8:6. 25)

Yet, when he was commanded to leave, even though it may have sounded somewhat strange and irrational; he obeyed. He was a man who knew God’s way was best.

Bobby Stafford

Philip The Personal Worker

How can I teach my neighbor about Christ? What should I say to my friend about salvation? These are important and vital questions for which we need to find an answer. Philip is an excellent example of how to approach and teach people the truth of the gospel. Read Acts 8:4-8. Philip had success in preaching the word in Samaria. But God called him away to teach one honest soul about the Lord. (Acts 8:26-27) From this encounter we can learn many things about our own efforts at teaching the lost.

Bobby Stafford

Those Who Have Never Heard The Gospel

Who will be lost forever in a devil’s hell? Many would say only people like Hitler or serial killers or others like them. One conversation I had with a person of a different religious faith said that there would be less than ten! But what does the Bible teach?

Bobby Stafford

The Life of A Soul Winner

“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he who wins souls is wise.” (Proverbs 11:20) “Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever.” (Daniel 12:3, II Timothy 2:2) If I’ve been saved, I ought to be engaged in the work of saving others. It is not an option! How I go about it (method) is an option.
Examples: Door-knockers, invitations to services, literature distribution, home-Bible studies, use of films or VCR tapes, internet. . . Since all of us are to be in some way soul-winners, we need to ask, “What kind of a person is the Lord’s soul-winner?”

Text: Psalms 119:25-32

Bobby Stafford

Open Up A Door

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We Are Not In Kansas Anymore 2

Text: Acts 17: 22-25

II. A Knowledge of the Culture (Verses 22-23)

III. A Commitment to the Truth (Verses 24-29)

Bobby Stafford

Not In Kansas Anymore

From USA Today, Tuesday, September 13, 2011: “More Americans tailoring religion to fit their needs.” The article says new research indicates that one day 310 million people might have 310 million religions. It further states that people are making up God as they go.

From the New York Times, a lament from columnist David Brooks on the findings from the recently released research led by Christian Smith in the book Lost in Transition, the third in a series of reports from the largest study of its kind on American youth. Result? The almost complete inability to think and talk about moral issues. After rape and murder, they had a hard time even thinking what else might fall into the “moral” category, much less what might be immoral. Their default position? Moral choices are just a matter of individual taste. “It’s personal,” the respondents typically said. “It’s up to the individual. Who am I to say?” Another typical response. “I would do what I thought made me happy or how I felt. I have no other way of knowing what to do but how I internally feel.”

These two articles impress upon us the fact that we have moved from an Acts 2 cultural context to an Acts 17 cultural context. Or as Dorothy discovered, “We’re not in Kansas anymore.”

So what is the context of Acts 2? Peter and the apostles are addressing devout Jews who have journeyed to Jerusalem to observe the Feast of Pentecost. The audience believed in Jehovah, the creation, the inspired Scriptures, and prophecy, especially about the coming of the Messiah.

Bobby Stafford

Why Personal Evangelism

Personal evangelism: “One person talking to another person about his need for the salvation found only in Jesus Christ, with the purpose of bringing him to a decision.” With that definition in mind, any Christian concerned about the souls of others can do it. Note Paul’s great concern in Romans 9:1-3. Talking with a friend or co-worker can be done any day of the week, any time of the day, and in any place. It can be done in places like a living room, office, factory, school, or even a jail. Most people who become Christians do so because of a friend or a relative (79%). Your efforts are vital to the cause of Christ.

Bobby Stafford

Living and Powerful

Bobby Stafford

The Great Commission

Matthew 28:18-20
We see a parallel command from Jesus in Mark 16:15-17

These two passages and Luke 24:46-47 combined make up what we today sometimes refer to as the 'Great Commission'. Matthew, Mark and Luke have this as the last recorded commandment Jesus gave prior to His ascension back to heaven. There are a lot of things in the words of Jesus here that are significant to our lives as Christians. Jesus had completed His earthly ministry, had been rejected by His own people. He had been crucified and had arisen from the dead and had spent the last forty days or so appearing to those who were believers in Him and speaking to them of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God.

Jesus was done teaching on the earth. It was time now for Him to return to Heaven and rule over the coming kingdom of God which was due to be revealed in about 10 days. The scriptures do not record any long parting speeches. There is no record of any long and tearful goodbyes. There is no evidence of any long discourses between Jesus and those whom He had been His constant companions for the past three years or so.

David Hersey

The Fields Are White

Bobby Stafford

Why Christians Don't Teach Others the Gospel

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Acts 17 and the Word of God

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Teaching By Personal Example

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The Gospel to the Poor

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Church Growth 1

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Church Growth 2

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Exortation:

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Ezekiel:

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Sermons from Ezekiel

Bobby Stafford

Faith:

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Saved By Faith (John 3:16) You might wonder, what does Moses lifting up the serpent in the wilderness have to do with being saved by faith? How could lifting up the serpent save anyone? Well, that is really what this lesson will ultimately address. What does this have to do with being saved by faith? Most people in what we would refer to as the Protestant world believe in salvation by faith. But we will explore what the Bible says about the type of faith that saves. Is it any faith? Is it mere belief? What does it mean to be saved by faith? We will start with the Old Testament and then transition to the New Testament. We'll explore some well-known stories and accounts that we likely grew up listening to and reading.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ Bobby Stafford
Faith Alone Last week in the bulletin the article was by Bob Oliver. The first paragraph of the article said something that really stood out to me. “’You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe—and shudder’ (James 2:19) so if we say we believe, we can only say, “Congratulations, you’ve qualified to be a demon!” That is a terrifying thought, is it not? I had not thought of applying this verse in such a way, but it makes a striking point. This morning I want to look at a very good example that shows that belief, that is faith alone, is not enough		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Scott Perkins
Blind Faith Evidentiary Faith Being a Christian requires us to have faith in two things, the Bible, and in Christ. We’ll start with a Biblical faith in the Bible, because if we don’t have faith in the Bible what it tells us about Christ is moot. The Greek word most commonly translated to faith in the Bible; the word is *pistis* which means most literally translated an “active trust.” Webster’s similarly defines faith as “the assent of the mind to the truth of what is declared by another, resting solely and implicitly on the reliance of testimony.”		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ Scott Perkins
Faith and Accountability Salvation by Faith alone precludes accountability. Speaking to Christians, Paul said in 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 9 Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, 10 Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God. KJV Paul listed sins that will keep a Christian out of heaven. If one is truly saved by faith alone, then nothing a Christian can do can cause one to be condemned.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ David Hersey
God's Grace and Our Faith As I travel across this nation working in various places, I meet a lot of people who claim Jesus Christ as their savior and when you engage them in conversation about their beliefs, they have this notion that grace and faith are the tickets to heaven and in a sense they are right. But their understanding of just what grace and faith is as a comprehensive Biblical term is not always in line with reality. They know that grace and faith is there but they really don't have a clear understanding of just what grace and faith are and how each one of these functions in our justification and subsequent salvation. For the purpose of this lesson, we are going to examine these two vital and essential elements that play such an important role in our lives as Christians and try to gain a better understanding of them from an overall Biblical perspective. First of all, what is Grace? What is Faith? Grace is God reaching down to the lost from heaven with a chance for eternal life. Faith is man reaching upward to God in hope of that salvation. We can't have one without the other. Grace won't save without faith and faith can't save without grace. It's God's grace and our faith.		David Hersey
You Can Be Sure Part 1 (The Faith) The text for our lesson is found in 1 John 5:11-13: "And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. 12 He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life. 13 These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life..." (NKJV). "that you may know that you have eternal life". In past few weeks we have seen a number of our members who had been immersed in water at some time in the past develop some doubts as to whether or not their baptism was valid. I myself had these doubts many years ago and, like several of our members lately, I chose to eliminate that doubt entirely. Whether or not this action was necessary is not the subject of this lesson. The subject of this lesson is first that we must be sure and secondly, that we can be sure. Why must be sure of our eternal salvation? The most obvious answer is that our final destination is eternal and we don't get any do-overs. Once we die and leave this physical realm, our eternal destination is forever sealed. We only have one life to offer God and we better get it right. We can correct our failures so long as we live in this life, but after we die, the consequences for failure are permanent.		David Hersey
You Can Be Sure Part 2 (The Church) Jesus promised to build only one church. Matthew 16:18, "and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it." Jesus shed His blood and died for only one church. Ephesians 5:25, "Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it", [Singular]. Christ only purchased one church with His blood, Acts 20:28, "Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood." And Christ is the head of and the savior of only one church. Ephesians 5:22-24, "Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. 23 For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body." The body of Christ is the church. Since Christ only built, bled for, died for, rules and saves one church then doesn't it make sense that we must be a part of that church and no other?		David Hersey
Faith That Works What kind of faith saves? James answers clearly: not faith alone, but faith that obeys. In James 2:14–20, we learn that belief without action is useless. True faith is proven by works. It is not passive or silent, but active and visible—just as every example of saving faith in Scripture has been.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$
John 3:16		Bobby Stafford
By Faith Jacob and Joseph Jacob and Joseph show us that true faith endures to the very end. Though old and dying, they trusted God’s promises—promises they never saw fulfilled in their lifetimes. Their actions, blessings, and worship reveal a faith that looks beyond the present, resting fully in God’s word and the coming Christ.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
By Faith Isaac Isaac’s story reminds us that faith doesn’t require perfection, but it does require surrender. Though flawed and resistant, Isaac eventually submitted to God’s will. Hebrews 11:20 honors his faith—not for his strength, but for trusting God’s plan. His journey gives hope to all who struggle yet long to obey.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
The Sacrificial Faith of Abraham Abraham’s faith was more than belief—it was obedience in action. When commanded to offer Isaac, he trusted God and obeyed without delay. James 2 shows that real faith sacrifices, submits, and follows through. Abraham’s example reminds us: faith alone is not enough—faith is only complete when it acts in obedience.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ Bobby Stafford
The Faith of the Patriarchs The patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—lived by faith, even though they never saw God’s promises fulfilled in their lifetimes. Hebrews 11:13–16 reminds us they looked beyond this world, trusting in a heavenly city prepared by God. Their example calls us to live as pilgrims, obediently walking by faith toward eternity.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
By Faith Abraham Abraham’s life defines what true faith looks like—trusting God, obeying His voice, and walking into the unknown with confidence in His promises. Hebrews 11 honors Abraham not for perfection, but for obedience. His faith acted, endured, and looked beyond this world to the eternal city God has prepared for the faithful.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
By Faith Noah Noah lived faithfully in a corrupt, godless world. While others mocked and rebelled, he obeyed God with reverent fear. His faith was not passive—it acted, built, preached, and endured. In a world awaiting judgment, Noah’s life teaches us to trust God, obey His commands, and never compromise the truth.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
Without Faith It Is Impossible to Please Him Faith is not just important—it’s essential. Hebrews 11:6 declares that without it, we cannot please God. Through Abel and Enoch, we see that true faith obeys, walks with God, and seeks Him diligently. God honors those who trust Him fully and follow His Word—not casually, but with wholehearted devotion.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
Faith Defined (A study in Hebrews 11)		Bobby Stafford
Faith and Works True faith is more than belief—it’s obedience to God’s word. Many confuse faith and works by clinging to tradition or rejecting God’s commands. But Scripture reveals that justification comes when faith acts. Abraham’s example, and Paul’s teaching, make it clear: saving faith is faith that obeys from the heart.		$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
Saved By What? What truly saves a soul? Is it faith, grace, works, obedience—or all the above? Just as no single action alone saves a heart attack victim, no single element alone secures salvation. This sermon explores the harmony of God's plan: grace offered, faith received, and obedience fulfilled. Every part matters.		Faith $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ Bobby Stafford
Saved by Faith or Faith Only What does it truly mean to “believe” in Jesus? Is faith enough, or must it lead to obedience? Many claim salvation is by “faith only,” but is that what the Bible really teaches? In this lesson, we test that claim by scripture—especially the “hall of faith” in Hebrews 11.		Faith David Hersey
Acceptable Faith The Bible defines faith as "the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1). Simply stated this means that faith is the foundation of our hope and a conviction in our hearts of things we cannot see. In fact, the words "faith" and "belief" are from the same original root word in the Greek New Testament--pistis, a noun that has to do with being convinced of something.		Faith David Hersey
Faith and Works There is considerable confusion today on the issue of faith and works. Brother Lipscomb in commenting on the extremes that people go to said, "they are like the pendulum of a clock." On one extreme there are those who say that we are saved by works. This is the position of many of the world religions where the emphasis is on man and what he does, and not what God does. These people are basically saying that you must do works that merit or earn your salvation. On the other extreme, you have people who hold to a faith only belief which says that man is completely passive and that salvation has been fixed for him. These people are basically saying that no matter what you do or do not do, your salvation is a result of faith in God without any human interaction. This is the position of most Protestant Denominations. What we are going to try to establish is whether either of these ideas is correct or if there is another option that is correct. We will do this by answering from the scriptures these questions: Is faith necessary? What is the nature of faith? What types of works are mentioned in the Bible.		Pat Cowden
Is One as Good as Another If you are calling a doctor, is one as good as the other? If you are seeking a wife, is one as good as the other? If you are buying a prescription, is one as good as the other? If you are buying a car, is one as good as the other? If you are buying a house, is one as good as the other? If you are needing a mechanic, is one as good as the other? If not, then why be so particular in material things and so careless and "broad minded" in matters pertaining to your eternal destiny? How often do we hear someone say "one faith, one way, one worship, one religion, one baptism, one church, one name or doctrine is as good as another." Faith Is one faith as good as another? If so, then why did the apostle teach "one lord, one faith, one baptism." (Ephesians 4:5) Also, a dead faith would be as good as an active one. The Bible speaks of both kinds. (James 2:26) Way Is one way as good as another? If so, why did Jesus say, "I am the way." (John 14:6) Furthermore, Proverbs 14 says, "There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." Is this way as good as the straight and narrow way that leadeth to life everlasting? (Matthew 7:13-14)		Wendell Winkler
What is Faith The question of being saved by faith comes up quite often when discussing the plan of salvation. Some people say that faith in Christ is all one needs to be saved. They say that once you believe in the truthfulness of the salvation that Christ offers you are saved and nothing more is needed to enter into the Kingdom of God. The plan of salvation is simple, but not that simple. Faith is just the beginning.		Kim Reynolds
The Nature of Faith		Gene Wood
Faith Only? “(John 3:16) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” And of course, in the way they teach that, a great amount of emphasis is placed on that word “believeth.” It will also refer to I John Chapter 1 verse 9, which actually isn’t the correct use of that particular verse. In I John Chapter 1, John is writing to Christians, and he writes in that particular passage that, yes, there are times that we must confess our faults and pray to God, repenting of those sins and asking for His forgiveness. But actually, that is written to Christians. But of course, in the steps of salvation, for those who have not become a Christian, in order to become a Christian, yes, we must confess our faith in Christ Jesus and we must repent of our sins. And then that particular passage, what is written in the back of her Bible refers to Ephesians Chapter 2 verses 8 and 9.		Richard Chambers
Faith Is What does the Bible say about Faith? Where in the Bible can I find verses on Faith? What does the church of Christ teach about faith? Scriptures on Christian Faith have been assembled and published here. The Bible is always its own best commentary. When considering the topic of Christian Faith, it is important to note that we do not learn everything about it and what its significance is from any single context. To gain a thorough understanding we must consider all of what the inspired writers taught about faith and put it all together into a single doctrinal teaching and then apply it correctly to our lives. All scripture references are from the KJV unless otherwise noted. Faith Is: Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Faith is Confidence: According to the eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord: In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him. Wherefore I desire that ye faint not at my tribulations for you, which is your glory (Ephesians 3:11-13). Faith is Joy: And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith (Philippians 1:25).		David Hersey

Falling Away:

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They Went Out From Us

Bobby Stafford Spiritual Danger

False Religion:

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Is Allah the God of the Bible?
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Fathers:

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Fear God

Fellowship:

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Bobby Stafford The Command to Withdraw (A sermon from 2 Thessalonians 3) (Download Audio)

Pat Cowden Fellowship

Bobby Stafford Fellowship

Forgiveness:

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Forgiveness Part 1 Forgiveness restores broken relationships—but asking for it properly is often neglected. A sincere apology involves more than words; it requires humility, ownership, and action. In this lesson, we examine what the Bible teaches about genuine repentance and how to ask for forgiveness in a way that leads to true reconciliation.	Forgiveness $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
Forgiveness Part 2 Forgiveness is essential—but asking for it the right way is often neglected. In this lesson, we complete our study on biblical apologizing by examining genuine repentance and the courage to say, “Will you forgive me?” These final steps are vital to healing relationships and restoring our fellowship with God and others.	Forgiveness $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ Bobby Stafford
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Gambling:

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Gambling & Christianity

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Giving:

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Bobby Stafford	The Joy of Giving (Download Audio)
Bobby Stafford	They Gave More Than Enough

God:

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The Providence of God

Introduction: Although the word Providence never appears in God's word, the subject is taught throughout scripture. This word comes from a Latin word meaning “to take thought for, foresee.” A good definition is “that preservation, care, and governance which God exercises over all things that he has created, so that they may accomplish the ends for which they were created.”
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Bobby Stafford

Our Great and Awesome God

Text: Psalm 139

This psalm is sometimes called “the crown of the Psalms.” David here paints a portrait of God probably surpassed in beauty. A tribute to Jehovah God in which David presents the makeup of God and his characteristics for all humanity to see. The rider pictures him as all-knowing, all-seeing, all-powerful, and finally, all-holy.

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Bobby Stafford

Does God Really Exist?
The answer to the question: “does God exist?” Affects all other questions. “If there is a supreme being then life has inherent purpose and some form of meaning.” Doctor Brad Harrub, PH. D. In anatomy and neurobiology from the University of Tennessee.

Why should every right thinking, rational human being believe in the existence of a supreme being?
Bobby Stafford


The Names Of God

Names Of God Part 3

Recall that Yahweh is the personal name of God. It means to be, or exist. Recall what he said to Moses in the burning Bush. I am that i am, exodus 3: 14, the eternal one – uncaused, John 8: 54-58.

This is the name used when God is making a covenant- Noah, Abraham, moses.

The name Yahweh. Each reveals something special about Jehovah.
Bobby Stafford
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There is Much in a Name

A name in the Hebrew language helps to know much about that person, the qualities and the nature. It is very important in understanding the concept of God. Read Exodus 9:16. “But indeed for this purpose I have raised you up, that I may show My power in you, and that My name may be declared in all the earth.”
Bobby Stafford
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The Justice of God Bobby Stafford
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God Will Provide
Philippians 4:19 “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” NKJV Many examples throughout the Scriptures show us that God provides. Ours today is of a poor widow who was in dire straits. She lived in a world much like ours; one in which it was tough to be a believer and at times, hard to make ends meet.
Text: II Kings 4:1-7

Bobby Stafford
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Drawing Near To God
Throughout the ages, kings, rulers, and presidents have enforced the strictest conditions and requirements for those wanting admittance to their presence. Jehovah, the Supreme Ruler, has set down conditions for coming to His presence as well. The writer of Hebrews 10:22 gives the conditions for those of us who wish to draw near to Jehovah.
Bobby Stafford

The Goodness and Severity of God
Many say “the God of the Old Testament is not the God of the New Testament.” Did God change His nature or character? Text: Romans 11:22 “Therefore consider the goodness and severity of God: on those who fell, severity; but toward you, goodness, if you continue in His goodness. Otherwise you also will be cut off.

Bobby Stafford

Show Me Your Glory
Moses had been on Mount Sinai for forty days. The people decided to build a golden calf to worship. Moses came down, saw this, and broke the two tablets of stone. Three thousand Israelites were killed because of their idolatry. God told Moses that He was not going to be in their midst anymore. This is further seen by a tent being set up outside the camp where Moses would go to speak to Jehovah. Moses’ relationship with God was not affected by the people’s rebellion. Read Exodus 33:11. But Moses desired a closer relationship with God. Read Exodus 33:12-13. He wanted to know Him more personally. Read Exodus 33:17-23. “Please, show me Your glory.” God responded, not by giving Moses a vision of how Jehovah appears, but rather by describing Himself to Moses; His nature.
Bobby Stafford

What Does the Bible Say About God? Bobby Stafford

Who Is God?
Why is this question important? It is important because your view of who God is shapes your view of yourself and how you should live in this world. The source of our information about God must be His revealed Word. So who is God?
Bobby Stafford

Our Wonderful God
In our busy day-to-day lives, we can get so caught up in the things of this world that we forget to focus on our wonderful God. Distractions come from all directions: job, family, house, sports, entertainment, friends. . . But we must take time to think about God and who He is. This lesson is a basic reminder of what our God is like.
Bobby Stafford


Fear God (Audio) (Video) Bobby Stafford

God's Righteous Anger
Both the Old and New Testaments tell us of God’s wrath, His divine anger, “flaring nostrils.” This anger is based upon His justice and holiness. (Deuteronomy 4:25-26) One primary purpose of His anger is to get His people to turn from their evil ways and come back to Him. (Deuteronomy 13:16-18)
Bobby Stafford

Names of God Part 1 Bobby Stafford

Two Names of God (Pt 2 in a series) Bobby Stafford

Names of God Part 3 in a series Bobby Stafford

Names of God Part 4 in a series Bobby Stafford

The Goodness and Severity of God Bobby Stafford

God Controls Nature Bobby Stafford

How to Glorify God Bobby Stafford

What Do You Think About God?
Most of us know we are to love God and glorify His name. But do you ever find it difficult to love God as you should? Maybe you just need a reminder of who God really is.
Bobby Stafford


God Created

Those who have had the privilege of growing up listening to the great accounts of God’s creation are truly blessed. The power to command material things to come into existence out of nothing is beyond our ability to fully grasp. We do indeed worship an awesome God! But the physical material of our world is not the only “stuff” He has created. The Bible speaks of other created things and it is to these we turn our attention.
Bobby Stafford


Our Wonderful God
In our busy day-to-day lives, we can get so caught up in the things of this world that we forget to focus on our wonderful God. Distractions come from all directions: job, family, house, sports, entertainment, friends. . . But we must take time to think about God and who He is. This lesson is a basic reminder of what our God is like.
Bobby Stafford


Promises of God
The Scripture is filled with the promises of God. (II Peter 1:2-4) The child of God can go to God’s Word whenever and find peace, comfort, and joy from these promises. Let’s examine some of these now.
Bobby Stafford

Lord We Have Hope
The Book of Lamentations is a series of laments, or songs of mourning. The background of the book is the destruction of Jerusalem. The writer, Jeremiah, is called the Weeping Prophet. Jeremiah’s life was certainly characterized by sadness
Bobby Stafford

Gospel:

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The Gospel of Isaiah, Pt 2 (The kingdom of God) You have heard of the four accounts of the gospel. But have you heard of the gospel according to Isaiah? Elements of the gospel were foretold by Old Testament prophets; the coming of the Messiah as well as the establishment of his Kingdom. One such prophet was Isaiah who lived 750 years before Christ. The book of Isaiah is filled with so many prophecies about the Messiah and his Kingdom. 1. THE MESSIAH & WHO HE WOULD BE 2. WHAT HIS MINISTRY WOULD BE LIKE 3. THE MESSIAH’S KINGDOM God will have joy in his people when Christ comes, Isaiah 65: 18- 19. Power of death destroyed when Christ comes Isaiah 65: 20 Satan defeated Isaiah 65: 25. Fulfilled in Colossians 2: 15. The wolf and the lamb Isaiah 11: 6- 10 Messiah and his Kingdom. The joy of salvation. Everything changed when Christ came.	Bobby Stafford $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\word.png$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\pps.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\Image2.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$
The Gospel Of Christ Read Galatians 1:11-16. The Gospel Paul preached did not come from any man, but was a revelation of Jesus Christ. But what was this gospel he began to preach? The simple answer is I Corinthians 15.	Bobby Stafford
The Gospel: The Power of God Jesus told His disciples to “go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15) One way to summarize the content of this gospel is that it contains facts to believe, commands to obey, and promises to receive.	Bobby Stafford
Importance of the Gospel (Audio)	Bobby Stafford
Gospel to the Poor	Bobby Stafford

Gossip:

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Bobby Stafford	The Power of Words

Grace:

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Do You Deserve Grace

Becoming a Christian does not entitle us to Heaven. We are still deserving of Hell, but Christ who was in Heaven, not just deserving of Heaven, he was in Heaven, died so that those that believe in, and obey him could by grace receive a gift that none of us can earn; eternal Life in Heaven as opposed to eternal death in Hell.

Scott Perkins

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Grace

Ephesians 2:8-9

God's grace is an amazing gift. Grace is a beneficial disposition towards us that compelled God to act on our behalf. Man sinned and forever forfeited fellowship with God and was doomed to eternal condemnation. The only way we could be restored to fellowship was for God to die in our place. God was under no obligation to provide us with salvation. Instead of letting us suffer eternal separation from Him, He graciously sent His Son into the World where He willingly offered His life in the place of ours as payment for the penalty we deserved.

David Hersey

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Do You Understand Grace

Grace might be the most misunderstood word in all of the Bible. Some believe grace means that it doesn’t matter what you believe – God will accept you. Others believe that grace excuses all sin. Still others say salvation is by grace alone; obedience is not necessary. But what does God’s Word really teach about this all important word?

Bobby Stafford

God's Grace and Our Faith

As I travel across this nation working in various places, I meet a lot of people who claim Jesus Christ as their savior and when you engage them in conversation about their beliefs, they have this notion that grace and faith are the tickets to heaven and in a sense they are right. But their understanding of just what grace and faith is as a comprehensive Biblical term is not always in line with reality. They know that grace and faith is there but they really don't have a clear understanding of just what grace and faith are and how each one of these functions in our justification and subsequent salvation.

For the purpose of this lesson, we are going to examine these two vital and essential elements that play such an important role in our lives as Christians and try to gain a better understanding of them from an overall Biblical perspective.

First of all, what is Grace?

David Hersey

Can A Christian Fall From Grace?

The title of this lesson is answered “No” by multitudes throughout the world. But is that true? The only reliable answer comes from God’s Word. Let’s first note Ezekiel 18:20-24. “The soul who sins shall die. The son shall not bear the guilt of the father, nor the father bear the guilt of the son. The righteousness of the righteous shall be upon himself, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon himself. But if a wicked man turns from all his sins which he has committed, keeps all My statutes, and does what is lawful and right, he shall surely live; he shall not die. None of the transgressions which he has committed shall be remembered against him; because of the righteousness which he has done, he shall live. Do I have any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? says the Lord God, and not that he should turn from his ways and live? But when a righteous man turns away from his righteousness and commits iniquity, and does according to all the abominations that the wicked man does, shall he live? All the righteousness which he has done shall not be remembered; because of the unfaithfulness of which he is guilty and the sin which he has committed, because of them he shall die.”

Bobby Stafford

For By Grace Are Ye Saved Through Faith

The text for our lesson is found in Ephesians 2:8-10

There is great religious contradiction today about the role of God's grace in the salvation of man. There are a number of variations on beliefs and we aren't going to have time to examine them all so what we are going to do is look at what the relationship of Grace and Faith is in the salvation of man and that should serve to eliminate what they are not.

Many people today use Ephesians 2:8-10 to say that God's grace is available by faith exclusive of and apart of any action on the part of the believer, and upon this belief, one is saved and then lives a life of obedience to God's will. They believe Paul's words, "It [meaning salvation] is a gift: Not of works" means that one is saved completely apart of any action on his or her part whatsoever. This is a belief that can be put to the test easily. Scripture defines belief as a work in John 6:29, "This is the work of God, that ye believe on him whom he hath sent". According to Jesus, believing is a work of God. In 1 Thessalonians 1:3 Paul writes concerning faith, "Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father". Paul, who wrote Ephesians 2:8-10 also wrote that faith is a work to the Christians in Thessalonica.

David Hersey

Amazing Grace (An analysis of God's Grace)

In our last lesson, we looked in detail at Biblical obedience. At the end of the lesson we touched on God's grace. It is the purpose of this lesson to make an in depth study of God's grace from a Biblical perspective.

Grace produces forgiveness through the blood of Christ:
Ephesians 1:7, "In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace"

Grace provides salvation from the condemnation of sin:
Ephesians 2:5, "Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)" Acts 15:11, "But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they".

David Hersey

Can A Christian Fall From Grace?

A Child of God can fall from Grace.

Gal 5:4
“Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.” Paul wrote this to “the churches of Galatia” (Gal. 1:2); to those who had been called “into the grace of Christ” (Gal. 1:6); who had received the Spirit and begun in it (Gal 3:2,3); whom “Christ hath made free” (Gal. 5:1); and who were called “children of God” (Gal. 3:26; 4:6).

The Galatian Christians had been “removed…unto another gospel” (Gal. 1:6); “bewitched” (Gal. 3:1); desired “to be under the law” (Gal. 4:21); were trying to receive circumcision (Gal. 5:2,3); and were not obeying the truth (Gal. 5:7). Paul said “Christ shall profit you nothing” (Gal. 5:2); “ye are fallen (from ekpipto (ek-pip'-to); to drop away; specially, be driven out of one's course; figuratively, to lose, become inefficient: ) from Christ (Gal. 5:4); “ye are fallen from grace,” if you “would be” justified by the law.

Since our salvation is by grace (Eph. 2:8) and all “spiritual blessings” are “in Christ” (Eph. 1:3) then a child of God who falls “from grace” and is “severed from Christ” is lost if they remain in that condition.

David Hersey

A Christian Can Fail of Grace

Can a child of God live in such a way that they could fail of the grace of God?

The text for this study is:

Heb 12:14-15
14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
15 Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; (KJV)

David Hersey

Grace and Error

Bobby Stafford

The Grace of God

John Johnson

Graduation:

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Grief:

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Bobby Stafford	Dealing With Grief

Happiness:

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Mike Glenn	Happiness in the Christian Life
Mike Glenn	Happiness Is...(The Beatitudes Pt. 1)
Mike Glenn	Happiness Is...(The Beatitudes Pt. 2)
Mike Glenn	Happiness is Not Always What We Think
Mike Glenn	Happiness in the Joy of Family
Mike Glenn	Unfounded Happiness

Hermeneutics:

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Bobby Stafford	How To Study The Bible Part 1 (Audio)
Bobby Stafford	How To Study The Bible Part 2 (Audio)
Bobby Stafford	How To Study the Bible Part 3 (Download Audio)
Bobby Stafford	How To Study the Bible Part 4 (Download Audio)
Bobby Stafford	How To Study the Bible Part 5 (Download Audio)
Bobby Stafford	How To Study The Bible Part 6 (Download Audio)
Bobby Stafford	How To Study The Bible Part 7 (Download Audio)

Heaven :

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The Promise of a New Heaven and a New Earth Our eternal home in heaven is a promise from God—where righteousness, joy, and no more tears reign forever. While the current world is temporary, God's divine plan assures us of a glorious future beyond this life, built on His unchangeable Word and everlasting love.	Heaven David Hersey
Home of the Soul This world is broken—filled with pain, sin, and sorrow. But for the Christian, there is hope. Jesus promised a place prepared for the faithful, a home beyond this life. In this lesson, we’ll explore what the Bible says about heaven, and how we can prepare for that eternal home of the soul.	Heaven $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\Image2.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ Bobby Stafford
A Home Called Heaven	Pat Cowden

Hell :

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Jesus Describes Hell Hell isn’t fiction. It’s a real, eternal place that Jesus Himself described in sobering detail. In this lesson, we’ll explore what Jesus said about the day of judgment, the pain of punishment, and the everlasting nature of hell. These truths should change how we see others—and how we live today.	Bobby Stafford
Jesus Sobering Words About Hell Hell is real, terrifying, and eternal—according to Jesus Himself. This lesson, based on His own words, explores what He said about judgment, punishment, and the destiny of the unprepared. More than theory, it’s personal—people we know may face this fate. Jesus spoke plainly so we would take it seriously.	Bobby Stafford
Hell	Bobby Stafford

Holy Spirit:

The Holy Spirit is often misunderstood, yet He plays a central role in the life of every believer. These lessons explore His identity, work, and presence—from the fruit He produces to His role in inspiration, baptism, and indwelling. Grounded in Scripture, this study invites deeper understanding and faithful response.

Homosexuality:

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Homosexuality Our culture celebrates what God condemns. In June, “Pride Month” promotes homosexuality as normal, but God’s Word remains the only true standard. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible declares homosexual behavior as sin. Yet hope remains—sinners can repent, be forgiven, and transformed. This lesson examines truth, judgment, and redemption through Christ.	$Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\Image2.gif$ $Description: Description: C:\Users\david\Documents\My Web Sites\Church\images\youtube.gif$ Bobby Stafford

How To Interpret the Bible:

Rightly interpreting the Bible is essential for knowing God’s will and living by it. These lessons provide a clear, practical guide for faithful study—exploring context, language, authority, inference, and more. With reverence, logic, and humility, we can understand Scripture as God intended and apply it truthfully in every generation.

Hosea:
Sermon/Lesson Title	Author
Hosea, A Message For Then and Now The message of Hosea, though ancient, speaks powerfully to our modern world. His plea to a sinful nation mirrors the moral and spiritual decay around us today. This lesson shows how God's warnings and calls to repentance remain relevant, urgent, and full of grace for those who will turn back to Him.	Richard Chambers

Humility:
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Humility Humility is a virtue we all struggle with, yet it is central to living the Christian life. This lesson explores what it means to be truly humble, contrasts it with pride and self-exaltation, and highlights the ultimate example—Jesus Christ—who humbled Himself unto death so we might be lifted up.	Richard Chambers

Hymns:
Library of Songbook Hymn Sermons

Hypocrisy:
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Hypocrisy This lesson continues our series on why some people refuse to obey the gospel—focusing specifically on the excuse of hypocrisy in the church. While hypocrisy is real and damaging, this study shows from Scripture that each individual remains personally accountable to God and must not let others' failures prevent their own obedience.	Richard Chambers

Idolatry:

These lessons confront the reality of spiritual warfare, ancient and modern. From the vile abominations of the Canaanites to the idolatry battling for our hearts today, God calls us to holiness and loyalty. Whether in Israel’s history or our own hearts, false gods must be cast down and true worship restored.

Influence:

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The Power of Influence

Many overlook the value of their own influence. Like a priceless treasure discarded as worthless, we can fail to see how powerful our words and actions truly are. Jesus calls us to be salt and light—preserving righteousness, exposing evil, and guiding others to glorify God. Are we living up to that calling?

Bobby Stafford

Instrumental Music:

Sermon/Lesson Title	Media
Why the churches of Christ reject Instrumental Music 1 Many see instrumental music in worship as a harmless tradition, but the biblical and historical context reveals something deeper. Mechanical instruments were intimately tied to the Old Testament sacrificial system. In contrast, New Testament singing reflects the once-for-all atonement of Christ. This lesson examines why our praise must remain vocal.	Bill Robinson
Why the churches of Christ reject Instrumental Music 2 Instrumental music in worship is not merely a stylistic choice—it carries theological weight. This lesson builds on part one by exploring Hebrews 13 and the early Christian understanding of worship as spiritual sacrifice. MIM was inseparably linked to the Old Testament sacrificial system, now fulfilled in Christ, whose atonement demands heartfelt praise alone.	Bill Robinson

Islam:

In a world shaped by conflicting ideologies and rising religious tensions, understanding Islam is more important than ever. This series presents a careful, respectful, and fact-based study of Islam—its origins, beliefs, founder, divisions, legal systems, and contrasts with Christianity—so we may be equipped to share the truth of Christ with clarity and love.

James
Title	Video	Audio	Author
James the Brother of Jesus (Lesson 1 from the book of James)			Bobby Stafford
Count it All Joy (Lesson 2 from the book of James)			Bobby Stafford
The Challenge of Poverty and Wealth (Lesson 3 from the book of James)			Bobby Stafford
Desire Gives Birth to Sin (Lesson 4 from James, chapter 1:13-15)			Bobby Stafford
The Goodness of God (James 1:17)			Bobby Stafford
The Importance of Self Control (James 1:19-21)			Bobby Stafford

Jeremiah

Jeremiah Chapters 16 & 17

Jeremiah chapters 16 and 17 provide crucial lessons on obedience, trust, and God's sovereignty. Jeremiah is commanded by God to live a life of sacrifice and separation from worldly comforts as a sign of impending judgment. These chapters emphasize the deceitfulness of the human heart, warning against idolatry and reliance on worldly riches. Instead, they call us to trust solely in God, whose sovereignty guides history and offers hope for those who humbly turn to Him. These lessons continue to remind believers of the importance of faithfulness and dependence on God's wisdom.

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Bobby Stafford

Jeremiah Chapters 18 & 19

Jeremiah 18 and 19 teach profound truths about divine sovereignty, the importance of obedience, and the consequences of rebellion. They remind us that God is both the Creator who shapes us and the Judge who disciplines. Our response to His shaping—whether in surrender or resistance—determines our future. These lessons call us to humility, obedience, and reliance on God's mercy while trusting His sovereignty.

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Bobby Stafford

Jeremiah Chapters 20-21

Jeremiah chapters 20 and 21 highlight the intense challenges Jeremiah faced as God's prophet during a time of siege and impending judgment for Jerusalem. Despite suffering persecution and rejection, Jeremiah remained faithful to God's Word, trusting in His sovereignty. These chapters teach important lessons about obedience, faithfulness amidst hardship, and the balance of divine judgment and mercy. They remind us that trusting in God's divine plan leads to divine protection and hope, even in the face of severe adversity.

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Jeremiah Chapters 22 and 23

Jeremiah chapters 22 and 23 present a powerful call for righteous leadership and faithful obedience to God's Word. These chapters highlight how Israel’s kings and prophets failed in their divine duties, leading to divine judgment. Amidst warnings of destruction, God also promises the coming of a righteous King—Messiah—who will reign with justice and righteousness. Together, these chapters remind us of God's sovereignty, the importance of faithful leadership, and His eternal plan for salvation through Christ.

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Bobby Stafford

Study Outline: Jeremiah 24-27 —
Judgment, Hope, and Divine Authority

This lesson explores Jeremiah chapters 24 and 25, emphasizing God's sovereignty in judging Judah and surrounding nations. These chapters highlight how Jeremiah’s visions and prophecies, spanning decades, demonstrate that God's Word is sure and His justice certain. The contrasting baskets of figs symbolize obedient believers and those who disobey, facing restoration or destruction. The chapters also reveal the fall of Babylon and other nations, illustrating that divine judgment begins with Jerusalem and is rooted in God’s authority over all nations and leaders. Ultimately, they remind us of God's justice, mercy, and the importance of obedience to His Word.

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Bobby Stafford

Jeremiah Chapters 36-37

Jeremiah chapters 36 and 37 highlight the importance of obeying God's Word. Jeremiah writes God’s warnings against judgment and reads them publicly, but King Jehoiakim burns the scroll in rejection. Despite opposition, God instructs Jeremiah to rewrite it. Later, Jeremiah is falsely accused, imprisoned, and predicts Jerusalem’s fall. Despite setbacks, he remains faithful, warning of divine judgment and urging repentance. These chapters teach the power of God's Word, the need for obedience, and God's sovereignty over history.

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Bobby Stafford

Jeremiah Chapters 38-39

In Jeremiah chapters 38 and 39, we see the profound challenges Jeremiah faced as he delivered God's warning amidst desperate times. These chapters highlight the importance of trusting God's Word over human fear and leadership. Jeremiah's unwavering faithfulness, despite opposition and rejection, demonstrates divine sovereignty and the serious consequences of disobedience. These lessons serve as timeless reminders of the need for faith, obedience, and reliance on God's promises, even in times of crisis.

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Bobby Stafford

Jeremiah Chapters 46-47

In Jeremiah chapters 46 and 47, we see powerful declarations of God's sovereignty over nations. These chapters detail divine judgments against Egypt and Philistia, illustrating that God is in control of world history and kingdoms. The predictions of destruction and desolation were fulfilled exactly as God foretold, showcasing His perfect justice and trustworthiness. These chapters remind us that God's Word is certain and that His sovereignty extends over all nations, serving both as warnings and as declarations of His divine authority.

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Jeremiah 48-49

This lessons explores the prophetic chapters of Jeremiah 48 and 49, which contain detailed predictions concerning the destruction, captivity, and future restoration of several nations surrounding Israel. These chapters underscore the divine power of God's Word, which accurately predicted events centuries before they occurred. Their fulfillment affirms the divine authority of Scripture and the sovereignty of God over nations and history.

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Jeremiah 1:1-10
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