From The Pastor’s Study

Why Did Peter's Faith Falter?

In today's study of Luke 22:31-32 we find Jesus praying that the apostle Peter's faith would not fail. Peter's faith ultimately did not fail, but it did falter. What may we learn from Peter's humbling experience that will guards us from faltering faith? 

Who Needs the Church?

The pandemic restrictions of this past year have greatly disrupted church attendance and programs. I fear they have also caused many to lose focus on the benefits of being part of a local church. Today, we will see seven benefits of being involved in a local church from Matthew 16:18 and Acts 2:42-47. 

Eyewitness Testimony to the Resurrection

In Mark 16:9-14 we find three accounts of those who witnessed the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Seeing the resurrected Savior first hand was a blessing, but we too can receive this blessing. John 20:29, " ... blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed." 

Being a Good Soldier: Lessons I Learned Being in the Army (Part 2)

We as good soldiers of Jesus Christ serve together in the local church. What is our testimony to the community in which we serve? Massah / Meribaah or Jehovah Nissi . . . Depends on who we see as the enemy. 

Being a Good Soldier: Lessons I Learning Serving in the Army

A good soldier prepares every day for whatever danger may come his way. We, as good soldiers, must do the same in order to please Him Who has chosen us.

God will not Fail when the Flood Waters Prevail

Do you ever feel like you are being overcome with flood waters as you seek to live your daily life for the Lord? Noah physically lived through the greatest flood ever experienced, and there are some practical spiritual lessons to be learned by his example. 

Barabbas: A Portrait of God's Love

Why does the Lord mention Barabbas by name ten times in the four Gospels? Our notable prisoner, Barabbas, and our noble Savior, Jesus, illustrates the Biblical doctrine of substitutionary atonement beautifully. What does that mean? Let's look at Mark 15:6-15 and find out. 

The Second Coming Servant - His Church

How important is church to the believer today? As attendance figures decrease and church closings increase, one would conclude "not very important." However, what does scripture say?

Standing in the Midst of Opposition

The church at Thessalonica ministered in a very hostile environment. The people of that city ran off the apostle Paul, yet the believers remained and continued to live for the Lord. How could they possibly do this? Why didn't they run or at least hide from their opposers? Let's read Acts 17:1-10 and find out. 

Turning in Thither

The beginning of a new year is a great time to review our priorities. Where does personal Bible study fall on your list of priorities for this year? Bible literacy is at an all-time low. What can we do we raise the grade in our lives? Let's look at II Kings 8:4-10 and find out.