From The Pastor’s Study

Life’s Most Important Question

There's no question we live in a day of questions, but there is one question which is more important than all the rest. The answer to this question is of the most importance as it determines where one spends eternity. 

The Inspiration of Scripture

We are starting a new year, and one of the most important decisions we can make is to read our Bibles. However, when one reads their Bible they must have the correct understanding of what they are reading. Today, we want to look at four views of inspiration and the importance of understanding and believing the correct view. 

The Birthday of a King

The birth of a child is special, and the birth of a king is very special. However, when we read of the birth of Jesus something just doesn't fit . . . his birth is different. Yes, because he is different, and II Corinthians 8:9 clarifies what took place on that day. 

Is Not This the Carpenter?

The people of Jesus's hometown asked a very valid question, "Is not this the carpenter?" We want to answer that question today in the podcast from Mark chapter 6. In doing so, we will find Jesus is much more than a carpenter. 

A Veteran with a Special Need

Today's podcast is being recorded the week we observe Veteran's Day. Many churches took the opportunity to honor their veterans in their services on Sunday, and I also want to honor veterans in this podcast. We will do so by looking at Acts 10:1-6 and 10:34-43. In these verses we find a veteran with a special need named Cornelius. What was his need and how was it met? 

”Brethren, Pray for Us.”

The work of a pastor is hard work, heavy work, and hazardous work as we saw in our last podcast. The ministry of a pastor during Covid-19 has become increasingly difficult and pastors, especially young pastors, need our prayers. 

Pastor Appreciation Month

In I Thessalonians 5:11-13 we find a job description for today's pastor. Looking at it together will help us understand why the Apostle Paul said in I Thessalonians 5:25, "Brethren, pray for us."

What To Do When You Don’t Know What to Do.

Have you ever been faced with a difficult situation and you just didn't know what to do? The distress or extreme anxiety of not knowing can be crushing and overwhelming. Our verse today gives us an example of what to do in times like these. 

From Protest to Praise through Prayer

Have you ever heard the expression, "Prayer changes things?" I am sure you have. Our passage today teaches us the first thing prayer changes when we find ourselves in difficult situations. Let's ready Psalm 13 and found what what that is . . . 

Did Jesus Forgive Peter for His Faith Faltering?

Peter must have felt like the ultimate failure after denying the Lord three times at the cross. Was there any hope for forgiveness? Let's read Mark 16:7 and find out.