Category: Understanding the Bible
Treasury of David: Charles Spurgeon commentary–Psalm One
From the “Treasury of David-Psalm One” by Charles Spurgeon Charles Spurgeon commentary on Psalm One. The following quotes come from Spurgeon’s, “Treasury of David” volume one. The two or three-volume set is available here or wherever you purchase your biblical resources. “Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor…
Tremendous change must happen in U.S. before Jesus returns?
Is tremendous change needed? Must the U.S. fall from power? “The change must take place in the most astonishing way possible.” A quote from Terry James of ‘Rapture Ready.’ The U.S. is one of the greatest countries in the world. Some, or many, will say it’s the greatest country ever. I’ll leave that debate for…
The Beast from the Sea. Ottoman Empire rising from the dead?
John’s beast from the sea is a sign. The beast from the sea. The Apostle John saw something bizarre and recorded it in the Book of Revelation in chapter thirteen. Actually, that’s a bit of an understatement. He saw many bizarre and frightening things. But in this post, I’ll shine a brief light on just…
Thompson-Chain Isaiah: Analysis of Prophet Isaiah’s message
Thompson-Chain Isaiah: A summary of the Book of Isaiah. Thompson-Chain Isaiah: This is a great place to start in your study of the prophetic books in the Bible. This is part of a series of posts in which I’ll emphasize the importance of studying the Bible as opposed to casual reading. In this post,…
Apostasy: Did Paul mean Rapture or a departure of faith?
In 2 Thessalonians, Paul said the church will experience apostasy. Apostasy. What did Paul mean when he told the church to expect an apostasy before the return of Christ? For many scholars, the meaning is clear. They see it as a departure or a denial of faith in Christ. But in recent years there is…
Daily sacrifices in Jerusalem: When will they start again?
Will the ritual of daily animal sacrifices begin once more in Israel? Yes, the practice of daily sacrifices will once again be seen in modern-day Israel. I’ll lightly brush over the gruesome nature of the ritual. I am an animal lover and don’t like the idea of killing innocent animals. But the sacrificing of animals…
Romans Overview Part 2: Church Building & Restoring Israel
Romans Overview: Christ will build his church and restore Israel. In this second Romans Overview, we focus on the second half of the Apostle Paul’s “profound masterpiece.” Every word and chapter in Paul’s letter to the Romans is worthy of careful study. Once you have taken the time to study the entire book, (several times…
Righteousness by grace: An Overview of Romans Part 1
Righteousness does not come through the deeds of the law. Righteousness is a gift from God to those who trust and believe. It comes through faith. One cannot earn it through hard work and obedience to the Old Testament Law. Israel learned this lesson the hard way. First, they experienced seventy years of captivity. And…
Mark: Sermon Notes for the Book of Mark
Mark: Behold My Servant The Gospel of Mark is the shortest of the four Gospels. Read below to find the notes Pastor Doug used in a series of lessons in the New Testament. Pastor Doug prepared the following notes for use during his Sunday morning youth services. He used the notes and outline in…
Matthew: an overview. Sermon Notes and Pastoral preparations
Matthew: The kingdom of Heaven is at hand Opening readings: Matthew 5:1-12 (the beatitudes); 6:9-13 (Lord’s Prayer); 11:28-30 (the call to rest and learn from Christ) This is a compilation of notes by Pastor Doug as he prepared to teach a systematic study through the New Testament to a group of middle and high…
