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Luke 14 Luke 14:1 - They were laying in wait to try to trap Jesus in any small thing they would consider a mistake. Luke 14:6 - See Luke 6:…

Introduction Genesis 12:7; 13:17; 15:18; 17:8 – God promised them the land of Canaan. Exodus 3:8 Exodus 12:25 Numbers 13:1-2 – Men are sent…

Introduction Acts 15:36-41 Things at Benchley have changed a lot since 1994! In our new building, let’s continue to focus on Christ. I…

Luke 13 Luke 13:1-5 – Jesus debunks the idea that bad things happening are a punishment for sin. Jesus is instead trying to reorient their…

Introduction Proverbs 19:3 We make foolish decisions, then rage against the Lord! Bad things do happen to good people, but when we stray…

Introduction Matthew 22:36-40 Us – what kind of people do we want to be? Psalms 128:1-6 – A beautiful picture of a family that fears the…

Introduction Judges 2:10 What can we do to prepare our children to know God? Read and discuss the Bible regularly at home. Romans 10:1…

Luke 12 How to study Context Word definitions Dictionaries Textual Study with an open mind, objective thinking Hostility Jesus didn’t avoid…

This man was serious about serving God! Acts 8:26-28 – This man was likely a proselyte. He was a treasurer for the queen of Ethiopia, who…

Introduction II Kings 18:5 II Kings 20:20 He restored the JOY of worshiping God. II Chronicles 28:24-25 – Hezekiah’s father closed the…

Introduction Micah 4:4-6 Elijah was one of the most powerful prophets ever to serve God. Matthew 17:10-13 – John the Baptist served in the…

Tongues were… Real languages Acts 1:6; 2:1-11 Acts 10:44-48 Glossa “tongue” (Acts 2:4, 11) vs. dialektos “language” (Acts 2:6,8) I…

We can be involved in the work for years and still sin. Mark 3:13-14; 6:7, 12-13, 30 – Judas was involved with the work of the apostles…

Introduction The mark of a great man is what he does and who he is. Paul could change when he learned he was wrong. He went from persecuting…

Introduction This lesson is a continuation of our series on moral issues facing the church. Tonight we’ll be talking about gambling. Part of…

The church Universal sense: Ephesians 3:15; 2:12; Hebrews 12:23 Local sense: I Corinthians 1:2; Philippians 1:1 Apostasy in the church…

Three kinds of dancing in the Bible Religious enthusiasm and rejoicing (approved by God) – II Samuel 6:14; I Samuel 18:6 Idol worship…

Introduction Judges 16:3 Judges 13:5 – Samson’s hair was very important. Samson was a Nazirite (rules for Nazirites listed in Numbers…

Introduction I Timothy 1:5 Romans 12:9 Hebrews 10:23-25 – Stir one another up to love and good works. I Corinthians 6:9-11 What is an…

People who disagree with us, continued Remember who we are Correcting error Part of what we do Not who we are – Revelation 2:2-6 Seek…

Old Testament Relevance Was it relevant to people in the first century? First gospel sermon – Acts 2:16-21 Other preaching and writings of…

Last week: forgiveness Government Authority comes from God All authority comes from God – Ephesians 1:18-23 Authority is under Him…

Where does forgiveness come from? Combination Change of mind (repentance) Request Desire to reconcile (Romans 12:18; II Peter 3:…

Notes on attitude Not a class on compliance No denial or need to comply – it’s necessary! Seeking motivating attitudes Propel actions…

Last week Giving – Jesus our example Gave Himself – I Timothy 2:5-6 Left heaven – John 3:13 Served His creation – Matthew 20:25-2…

Attitudes toward giving (continued) Elements of giving, continued Planning Giving should not be haphazard, but done with proper planning and…

Review of last lesson Attitudes toward money Matthew 6:24 Luke 18:24 We should be actively seeking God - not riches. Attitudes toward giving…

About fasting (Matthew 6:16-18) There is no general command for fasting in the Old Testament or New Testament. Some specific groups were…

To be noticed by others (Matthew 6:1-18), continued Beware! Meaning Examples Repercussion No reward in heaven (Matthew 6:1). Consistency…

Love your enemies (Matthew 5:43-48) Not just your neighbor Also your enemies – Romans 12:14-21 Reflects back on us Ephesians 5:1 Romans 5:…

Introduction The Lord’s church does not continue by succession. (A local church does not trace it’s history back to other local churches in…

Review of last week Points of law – murder Adultery Divorce Taking of oaths On your honor (Matthew 5:33-37) Be known for telling the truth…

What is gossip? Romans 1:29-30; II Corinthians 12:20; I timothy 3:11; 5:13; II Timothy 3:3; Titus 2:3 “whispering; secret detraction…

Beatitudes, continued Roots of murder (Matthew 5:21-26), continued Attitudes Progression: anger, contempt, hatred Murder’s mileposts I John…

Review of last week Beatitudes Purity of heart Peacemakers Beatitudes, continued Persecution – rejoice (Matthew 5:10-12), continued We have…

If our purpose in life is to go to heaven, that is focusing on us instead of God and we won’t make it. Glorify God Psalms 86:12 Matthew 5:1…

Review of last week Secular application? Those who hunger and thirst The merciful Beatitudes, continued Pure in heart – filled (Matthew 5:…

Review of last week Love God, love your neighbor Sermon on the mount Beatitudes Poor in spirit They that mourn The meek Beatitudes…

Review of last week Importance of attitudes God always wanted our hearts Evolution of law Love your neighbor – but who exactly is my…

The core of a person’s conduct is a person’s attitude. Coaches know this and key on it. Motivational speakers are all about attitude. Our…

I Timothy 2:5 – A mediator is a go-between. Jesus made it possible for us to approach God in prayer. Sadly, the privilege of prayer is often…

It’s very easy to mouth the words and let our minds wander! Why do you sing? The better we understand the purpose, the better our worship…

Authority is specified to a certain degree. Exodus 25:14 Example #1: Transporting the ark. Exodus 25:14; Numbers 4:15; 7:6-9; I Chronicles…

II Corinthians 13:5 I Corinthians 11:28 – Examine yourself. II John 1:8 Acts 20:28 Galatians 6:1-2 A Christian’s life is one of self…

Authority = right, liberty Deity Father, Son, Holy Spirit – Genesis 1:1; Hebrews 1:1-2; John 8:28-29; 16:13-15 Ultimate authority starts…

I Thessalonians 1:1-10 I Thessalonians 1:1-3 – The church in Thessalonica was new and was formed in a rough environment. If the gospel can…

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Personal notes: Today is Jesse Jenkins’ last Sunday as a local preacher at Benchley. He’s been working with the church in Benchley for 2…

Every obligation a man has grows out of a relationship. Adam – humanitarian God: I Corinthians 15:45-49 Man Train children à schools Good…