Saturday, April 20, 2013

The Period Of The Judges, Manoah's Prayer, Judges 13.8

The Period Of The Judges, Manoah's Prayer, Judges 13.8

Free Bible Study: The History of Israel Under the Judges
The depravity characteristic of the time of the judges is illustrated in chapters 17–21 with vivid examples of personal and tribal idolatry and immorality. The book as a whole illustrates the sad results of Israel’s disobedience as summarized in 21:25: “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes.”


Today’s Lesson: Manoah’s Prayer
Scripture: Judges 13:8

Preview:
Manoah was the father of Samson, and a member of the tribe of Dan. His wife is unnamed in the Bible. When Manoah's wife (who was barren) told him an angel came to her with the news "You will be with child and will bear a son," Manoah then prayed to the Lord. An angel then appeared to Manoah and his wife again. 

Paul's Epistle to the Romans, Explanation For Writing

Paul's Epistle to the Romans, Explanation For Writing

Free Bible Study: Paul’s Epistle to the Romans
In his lifetime, Paul launched at least four missionary journeys into previously unreached countries (3 recorded in Acts), survived tremendous opposition and hardship, and wrote letters to instruct and encourage those who had become believers Imprisonment often resulted from Paul’s disagreement with the religious legalism of the Jews. The Book of Acts ends with Paul under house arrest in his own rented house in Rome (Acts 28:30, 31). Events surrounding the end of Paul’s life are uncertain. After a possible release and a later imprisonment in Rome, Paul may have been tried and executed for his continued proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ (see 2 Tim.), which he expressed in his letter to the church at Rome.


Today’s Lesson: Explanation for Writing
Scripture: Romans 15:14-16

Preview:
The Apostle Paul begins to conclude this letter long before he actually does so. The change from doctrine to putting the doctrine into practice has made it difficult for him to say goodbye to these Roman saints for they were apparently weak in both. He has intense personal feelings for them even though he has never been to Rome. Someone may ask, “Why did you write this letter?”, therefore, he explains his reason now, rather than allowing rumors and speculation, over this question, to become one of those minor issues that can affect Christian unity.

Harmony of the Gospels

Harmony of the Gospels

FREE<FREE<FREE < Bible Study: The Harmony of the Gospels
This commentary on the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John presents the life of Jesus Christ in chronological order, while blending the Gospels and explaining every verse.


Date:  Jesus’ Final Week
Location: Jerusalem
Today’s Lesson:  Trial By Caiaphas, Council, and Following Indignities   
Scripture: Matthew 26:57, 59-68; Mark 14: 53, 55-65 (focal passage); Luke 22:54, 63-65; John 18:24   

Sample
Here we have Christ’s arraignment, trial, conviction, and condemnation, in the religious court, before the great Sanhedrim, of which the high priest was president, or judge of the court. The judge is the same Caiaphas who had recently said that it is necessary to put Christ to death, guilty or not guilty (John 11:50). Therefore, it can be said of him that he was prejudiced against Jesus. 

Friday, April 19, 2013

Apostles and Wisdom, 1 Corinthians 3.5-3.17

Apostles and Wisdom, 1 Corinthians 3.5-3.17

Free Bible Study: Paul’s First Epistle to the Corinthians
Paul, known as the apostle to the Gentiles was successful in converting many Gentiles at Corinth, and even some Jews. He had been the instrument of God for converting many Gentiles and some Jews in spite of the passionate opposition of the Jewish leaders, during the year and a half in which he ministered there.


Today’s Lesson: Apostles and Wisdom
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3.5-3.17
Description:
Paul writes about the local church and the materials we put into it as we minister (Prov. 2:1–5; 3:13–15). Substituting man’s wisdom for God’s Word means building with perishable materials that will burn up at the judgment seat of Christ.

The Period Of The Judges, The Angel's Visitation, Judges 13.2-7

The Period Of The Judges, The Angel's Visitation, Judges 13.2-7

Free Bible Study: The History of Israel Under the Judges
The depravity characteristic of the time of the judges is illustrated in chapters 17–21 with vivid examples of personal and tribal idolatry and immorality. The book as a whole illustrates the sad results of Israel’s disobedience as summarized in 21:25: “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes.”


Today’s Lesson: The Angels Visitation

Scripture: Judges 13.2-13.7:

Preview:
The angel said to Samson’s mother but thou shalt conceive, and bear a son.” For her to have a son, it must be ascribed to divine power, and for his birth to be predicted could only be the outcome of divine omniscience, and his birth would prove it.

Paul's Epistle to the Romans, Consideration Because We Have Christ As Our Example.

Paul's Epistle to the Romans, Consideration Because We Have Christ As Our Example.

Free Bible Study: Paul’s Epistle to the Romans
In his lifetime, Paul launched at least four missionary journeys into previously unreached countries (3 recorded in Acts), survived tremendous opposition and hardship, and wrote letters to instruct and encourage those who had become believers Imprisonment often resulted from Paul’s disagreement with the religious legalism of the Jews. The Book of Acts ends with Paul under house arrest in his own rented house in Rome (Acts 28:30, 31). Events surrounding the end of Paul’s life are uncertain. After a possible release and a later imprisonment in Rome, Paul may have been tried and executed for his continued proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ (see 2 Tim.), which he expressed in his letter to the church at Rome.


Today’s Lesson: Consideration Because We Have Christ As Our Example.
Scripture: Romans 15:1–13

Preview:
In this section the support of the weak is urged, and the subject develops into the broader view of seeking one another’s best interests. The whole passage is set in the light of the example of Christ.

First Examined By Annas

First Examined By Annas

FREE<FREE<FREE < Bible Study: The Harmony of the Gospels
This commentary on the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John presents the life of Jesus Christ in chronological order, while blending the Gospels and explaining every verse.


Date:  Thursday-Friday of Jesus’ Final Week
Location: Gethsemane
Today’s Lesson:  First Examined By Annas
Scripture: John 18:12-14, 19-23

Sample
After being arrested at Gethsemane, the Savior is taken to the house of Annas, who was the real power behind the high priest, Caiaphas. There He was questioned about His doctrine and Apostles.