As we witness for Jesus, it is crucial to remember that we are cooperating with the Holy Spirit. He is there before us, preparing hearts to receive the message of the gospel and share it with others.
When we pray for others, we become a channel of God’s blessing to them. He pours out the river of the water of life from heaven’s throne through us to them. Satan’s whole host trembles at the sound of earnest intercession.
By watching the way Jesus worked with people, we learn how to lead others to a knowledge of salvation through Jesus Christ.
What does the Bible have to say about sharing your personal testimony? Listen in as Justin shares examples of personal testimonies that are given in the Bible, all of them are from very different types of people and experiences. If we have experienced Christ as our personal Saviour, we have something to share with the world.
This lesson gives five Biblical reasons on why we should all be witnesses. When we have experienced the salvation of Jesus and the peace and hope He gives, we cannot be silent.
The best method of studying the Bible is of no use if we are not determined to live by what we learn from Scripture. What is true for education in general also is true for studying the Bible in particular: you learn best not just by reading or hearing, but by practicing what you know. How do we live by the Word of God? Sven gives some practical steps in doing this.
Charissa discusses how to approach Scripture when dealing with difficult passages and how we can work through them.
Bible prophecy is crucial to our identity and mission. Prophecy provides an internal and external mechanism to confirm the accuracy of God’s Word. Jesus said, “ ‘And now I have told you before it comes, that when it does come to pass, you may believe’.
The historical nature of Scripture is one characteristic that distinguishes it from the sacred books of other religions. This lesson looks at some of the key issues in history as portrayed in the Bible and at some of the archaeological evidence that helps substantiate history as expressed in the Bible.
Many great thinkers were inspired by Scripture to explore God’s created world; as a result, modern science was born. Johannes Kepler, Isaac Newton, John Ray, Robert Boyle, and other early great scientists believed that their work revealed even more about the handiwork of God's creation. Julian explores some different theories other than the Bible of creation in our world today.
The first chapters of Genesis are foundational for the rest of Scripture. The major teachings or doctrines of the Bible have their source in these chapters.
What a blessing it is to have the Bible in our own language! This was not always the case and something we take for granted. How can we, being guided by the Holy Spirit, better study Scripture. Matt takes us through some principles that it is good to understand.
If our approach and interpretation of the Bible is incorrect, we will most likely come to false conclusions. This is dangerous to understanding salvation and other teachings of the Bible.
What does Sola Scripture mean? This week the Sabbath School lesson goes into this subject in greater detail. Sven goes back in history and reminds us of where this principle came from.
What role does human tradition and culture have in our religious experience, as Bible believing Christians? Pr Matt Parra has the commentary this week and has some great thoughts.
Jesus was the Word that became flesh and dwelt among us. Jesus was the very fulfilment of the law. Through Jesus' life we see the Bible come to life. He taught His disciples obedience to the Word of God and the law. Jesus constantly referred to Scripture.
Jonathan looks at how the Bible is different from every other book that claims to be inspired of God.
Pr Matt Parra unpacks Daniel chapter 12. Topics discussed: Michael as another name for Jesus, the judgment, the time of trouble, preterism, futurism and historicism and being lights in the dark world.
Julian Archer explores the important meaning in Daniel 11 for our lives today.
This week's lesson is on Daniel Chapter 10, which reveals Daniel's life of devotion and persistence in prayer. What was the result of this? Christ, the Son of God appeared to Daniel. Daniel drew near to God and God drew near to him.
Pr Matt Parra explains the prophecy in Daniel chapter 9. It is a powerful prophecy and really confirms our faith.
Pr Matt unpacks Daniel 8. The little horn, the daily and the cleansing of the sanctuary.
Lawson unpacks from Scripture the identifying characteristics of the AntiChrist in Daniel chapter 7.
There are certain areas of our lives that we should never compromise. Daniel's prayer life and communion with God was one of those areas, even if it meant the loss of his life. Listen to Matt share on Daniel chapter 6.
This week's lesson is on Daniel chapter 5. King Belshazzar's magnificent party ends with his final judgment.
Jonathan this week, looks at the dream of the tree that God gave to King Nebuchadnezzar.
Brad Moodie expounds on the story of the three Hebrew worthies and makes applications to our lives today.
Matt Parra takes a fresh look at Daniel chapter 2.
Brad goes through this week's lesson on unequally yoked relationships.
