Tag Archives: Expository Teaching

Jesus, the Witness – 1

Scripture Reference: John 3:31-36 The new birth is one of the key topics in John 3. In addition, in this chapter we see Jesus Christ in three different roles: the Teacher, the Bridegroom, and the Witness. This is a continuation … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Bridegroom

Scripture Reference: John 3:22-30 The new birth is one of the key topics in John 3. In addition, in this chapter we see Jesus Christ in three different roles: the Teacher, the Bridegroom, and the Witness. This is a continuation … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Teacher – 4

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 From Last Lesson: The verb “lifted up” has a dual meaning: to be crucified (John 8:28; 12:32-34) and to be glorified and exalted. The serpent on the pole (verses 14-18) – Continued. Much as the serpent … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Teacher – 3

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 The wind (verses 8-13). It is likely that the evening wind was blowing just then as Nicodemus and Jesus sat on the housetop conversing. The word “wind” in both Hebrew and Greek can also be translated … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Teacher – 2

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 From Last Lesson: The Spirit of God takes the Word of God and, when the sinner believes, imparts the life of God. Birth (verses 1-7) – Continued. However, Jesus was not teaching that the new birth … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Teacher – 1

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 Not only was Benjamin Franklin a great statesman and inventor, but he was also a great correspondent and received letters from famous people from all over the world. One day he received what could well have … Continue reading →

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Lord, Help My Unbelief – 4

Scripture Reference: Mark 9:14-27 IV. The Supplication for Faith “Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, ‘Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!’” The father came weeping, desiring help from Jesus. “Lord, I believe; help my … Continue reading →

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Lord, Help My Unbelief – 3

Scripture Reference: Mark 9:14-27 III. The Source of Our Faith “Jesus said to him, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.’” Jesus reveals to us that faith does bring results. We need to be reminded … Continue reading →

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Lord, Help My Unbelief – 2

Scripture Reference: Mark 9:14-27 II. The Shortage of Faith “He [Jesus] answered him and said, ‘O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? How long shall I bear with you? Bring him to Me.’” Jesus was upset with … Continue reading →

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Lord, Help My Unbelief – 1

Scripture Reference: Mark 9:14-27 Jesus had just returned from the Mount of Transfiguration to find a multitude gathered with the disciples. The scribes had also gathered and were questioning the disciples concerning their inability to heal a young man who … Continue reading →

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My Brother’s Keeper – 3

Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 Excessive drinking is an issue in contemporary life – a  perfect example Think of a converted alcoholic. One of the immediate consequences of his becoming a Christian will be his determination never to drink again … Continue reading →

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My Brother’s Keeper – 2

Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 Paul’s argument has three principal parts – continued The second principle is if we understand that there is but one God and that idols have no real existence, we have to then understand also, that … Continue reading →

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My Brother’s Keeper – 1

Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 One of the subjects that the Corinthians had questioned Paul about was food sacrificed to idols. This was a concern that lay upon their hearts and they sought Paul for an answer. At first, it … Continue reading →

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Unity Through Christ-like Humility – 3

Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:1-11 From last lesson: In His incarnation He was fully God and fully man at the same time. He was God manifest in human flesh (see again John 1:14). Some have wrongly taught that the phrase, “being … Continue reading →

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Unity Through Christ-like Humility – 2

Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:1-11 “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition.” The two negatives are followed by a positive exhortation: “In lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.” But, a word of contrast, introduces these words. “Lowliness … Continue reading →

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Unity Through Christ-like Humility – 1

Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:1-11 In the previous chapter of Philippians Paul had written about living the Christian life in harmony with the message on which it is based. He followed that message with a call to show forth spiritual unity. … Continue reading →

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The House of God – 6

Scripture Reference: Genesis 28:10-22 The House of God Helps People Face the Future Perhaps the most striking thing about the house of God is that it is a place that helps people face the future with great confidence and courage. … Continue reading →

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The House of God – 5

Scripture Reference: Genesis 28:10-22 The House of God Is a Place Where Vows Are Made At Bethel, Jacob vowed a vow to God. That is certainly an important part of coming to the house of God. Jacob’s vow is one … Continue reading →

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The House of God – 4

Scripture Reference: Genesis 28:10-22 The House of God Is a Place Where the Promises of God Are Repeated – Continued Jacob experienced the Lord’s assurances at Bethel as he heard the promises of God repeated. There are many rich promises … Continue reading →

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The House of God – 3

Scripture Reference: Genesis 28:10-22 The House of God Is a Place Where People Are Pointed to Heaven When Jacob had his vision at Bethel, he found himself pointed to heaven. “Then he dreamed, and behold, a ladder was set up … Continue reading →

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