Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord has made ruler over his house? There is no greater incentive to faithful living then the realization that our Lord Jesus Christ may come back at any time. When that realization is lost, very much else may be lost also.
Jesus Christ, our Lord, is the Friend who comes in when all the world has come out. As believers in Jesus Christ all of our temporary sorrows will be swallowed up in unbelievable eternal joy. Other passages mentioned include: Hebrews 4:15; 2 Corinthians 4:17-18; and 2 Timothy 2:13
If you lose your compassion for other people and if you lose humility of heart, there is danger that you will lose your confidence in the Word of God. If we are people who care about other people and if we are men and women who have a humble heart, then we can also be men and women who have great confidence in God's grace. If you would like to bring up the ragtag rear of the Christian army, then build your life on the shifting sands of your opinions and desires. But, if you want to stand tall in...
The words that come out of our mouth are the fruit of our inner life. The way we act in response to the Word of God decides the way we end. In eternity there are no monuments to people who live life their own way. The monuments of eternity belong to those whose good character is revealed in their words and whose commitment to Jesus Christ is revealed in their deeds of obedience.
Three pieces of advice for Christian advisors: First, you get back what you give. Second, you cannot lead the way if you do not see the road. Third, if you need major surgery, operate on yourself first.
What is the antidote for the sickness of hostility and resentment towards others in the human heart? The very best antidote to that kind of sickness is a medicine whose ingredients include loving, doing good, blessing and praying. What does it mean to turn the other cheek? Other passage discussed includes: John 18:19-23.
What is real success all about? What is your lifestyle really worth? If you are a born again person who has received from Jesus Christ the free gift of everlasting life, and if in addition to that, you are a disciple of His by following Him, then every negative experience is a doorway to spiritual and eternal success. One of the best things that can ever happen to you as a Christian is to have somebody reject you for your Christian faith and for your commitment to Jesus Christ.
What is the future of mankind in eternity? This Lord's Supper discussion looks at mankind from creation to eternity. Handout available here. Passages discussed include: Genesis 1:1-2, 3:1; Job 1:6, 2:1, 38:1,4-7; Isaiah 40:22; Ezekiel 28:13-15; 2 Peter 3:10; Revelation 21:1-4, 21:24-22:2.
What are the conditions for a Christian to have the privilege of co-reigning with Christ in the Millennial Kingdom? Passages discussed include 2 Timothy 2:12; Revelation 2:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11; Ephesians 5:5; Galatians 5:19-21; Hebrews 1:8-9; and Psalms 2:8. Handout available here.
It is not easy to live by faith, but we can trust our companion, Jesus. Three men who practiced the art of living by faith: Abel - worshiped God by faith. Enoch - walked with God by faith. Noah - worked for God by faith.
We have a divine prescription for spiritual victory. Let us draw near with boldness. Let us hold fast without wavering. Let us consider one another with loving exhortation.
One of the most dangerous periods in our entire Christian life and experience is the time when we are babes in Christ. One of the great tragedies in the Christian church today is that there are so many Christians who have been saved for years and years and yet they have barely grown in the Lord and are still babes. Why does it matter what we do after we are saved and what is the danger of apostasy? Hebrews 10:23 is also mentioned.
We who are already saved, need to be saved. It is easy to be saved from hell, but it is not easy to live victoriously for God. The throne of victory on which Jesus is seated is also a throne of grace. When we come to God in prayer through Jesus, our great High Priest, we can get everything we need to be victorious. Other passages mentioned include: Psalms 3:5-8, 110:1-4; Romans 4:5; Titus 3:5; Psalms 22:1-21.
One of the surest signs of spiritual danger is the loss of spiritual sensitivity. Deep down in the inner recesses of our heart, there lies the potential for doubting God and the latent capacity for unbelief, especially during times of stress and trouble. For those who work for God right up to the end, God has a special kind of rest, the experience of kingship with Jesus Christ our Lord. Other passages mentioned include: Deuteronomy 12:8-11, Psalms 95:7-11; Numbers 13-14; Ephesians 2:8-9; and Rom...
Are you morally and spiritually soft? The world of the future belongs to those who endure in suffering. Since Jesus suffered, He is exactly the kind of leader we need, to lead us to glory. Psalm 8:3-6 is also mentioned.
Christians are invited into partnership with their Lord Jesus Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence steadfast to the end.
Why we should never give up on the Christian life? In the person of Jesus Christ, we meet true celebrity and true greatness. The final victory belongs to Jesus Christ.
Repentance is an integral part of the Christian life. Repentance is needed to obtain and maintain fellowship and harmony with God. What is the difference between justification and forgiveness. Passages discussed include: Acts 13:48, Romans 4:5, Acts 13:38-39, 1 Corinthians 12:13, Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, Acts 10, Acts 13, Ephesians 1:7, Colossians 1:14, Ephesians 4:32, 1 John 1:6-9, Revelation 2:2-5, 19-20, and Luke 24:44-48
Repentance is to turn from sin to God, resulting in the end of God's temporal wrath and judgment for believers and unbelievers. Passages discussed: Jonah 3, Luke 3:3-14, Revelation 9:20-21, Revelation 16:10-11, Job 1:20-22, Job 2:4-10, 12-13, Job 32:1-5, Job 34:5-9, 34-37, Job 42:1-10, Revelation 2-3, and Luke 15.
What is the definition of "Repentance" as used in the Bible? Is "Repentance" a change of mind? Is Repentance a Condition for Eternal Life? Passages discussed include: Luke 17:3-4, Matthew 11:21, Revelation 9:20-21, Hebrews 12:16-17, John 20:30-31 Luke 24:46-47, John 1:25, Jonah 3:1-10, and Mark 1:15.
Why did God permit demon possession to occur during the time of Christ? Does demon possession occur today? How to test claims of casting out of demons? Passages mentioned include: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21, Revelation 2:1-2, Job 1:6, 2:1, Genesis 6:1-4, 2 Peter 2:4-5, Jude 6, Matthew 12:43-45, Luke 8:26-40, Mark 5:5, 9:14-27, 38-40, Acts 8:7, 16:16-18, Leviticus 17:7, Deuteronomy 32:17, 2 Chronicles 11:15, Psalm 106:37, Matthew 12:24-29, Mark 3:27, Luke 11:21-22, and Matthew 7:21-23.
Which world do you want to rich in? The one here and now or the future kingdom. God sees the way we value the insignificant things of this world: money, taxes, and other material things which reveal our discernment, dedication, and discipline.
Jesus' parable on the wise and foolish virgins is a warning for believers during the Tribulation period, but with an application for believers today to remain faithful to their Lord Jesus Christ. Other passages mentioned include: Revelation 14:1-5; Matthew 24:6-8, 12-13, 15-22; Proverbs 24:10.
Jesus gives an object lesson using children. We can learn from children on how to enter the kingdom and earning rewards for the kingdom.
Are we ready for the coming storm of death? Other passages mentioned include: Ecclesiastes 2:15-16, Titus 3:5, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 3:16, John 6:47, Acts 16:31
Jesus is always within our reach. How should we approach God?
Zane discusses how three human traits (love of power, grudges, and low morals) which can leave God out of our lives. Other passages mentioned include: John 19:10-11 and Romans 13:1.
Zane discusses King Jehoshaphat of Judah joining King Jehoram of Israel to battle King Mesha of Moab, and how we should seek guidance from God for assistance and direction before major decisions, not after.
Zane discusses the transition from Elijah to Elisha, the lessons that we can learn from the transition, and how the decisions that we make today can protect our future.
Zane discusses the benefits of marriage, the meaning of the woman being a helper comparable to him, and parenting. Passages discussed include: Genesis 2:15, 18-24 and Ecclesiastes 4:9.
