Sermon and Bible class recordings of sound Biblical teaching, primarily recorded at Benchley church of Christ, located just north of Bryan, TX. The primary speaker is David Watson, although other men from the congregation do bring lessons from time to time.
Introduction Mark 12:31 This is the law! Romans 13:8 – This is not saying it is sinful to take out a loan. Instead, it is emphasizing the…
Faith establishes trust John 11:40 (everyday life) – Jesus wants us to believe in extreme moments just like we do in the mundane, everyday…
Joshua 3 Joshua 3:3 – See Exodus 25:10, 22; 26:34. In Hebrews 9:2-5, 9 the previous tabernacle is compared with the greater tabernacle…
Introduction II Corinthians 12:20-21 Stop looking for the perfect local church. Revelation 2:4-5, 8-11, 12-17 – Messages to the churches…
Faith establishes trust Trust: the assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something. Matthew 6:25-3…
Introduction Psalms 37:1-7 The Bible gives us plenty of examples of those who had to wait Genesis 6:3; 7:23 – Noah Genesis 12:2, 4; 15:1-…
Joshua 1 Deuteronomy 34:5, 9 Joshua 1:1-9 – “the Lord spoke to Joshua” Joshua 1:2-4 – See Genesis 12:7. This promise will be fulfilled in…
Introduction Matthew 20:29-34 Mark 10:46-52 In that time, there was very little in the way of a social safety net for a blind man…
We can develop and strengthen our faith Luke 17:5 – The apostles said to the Lord, “increase our faith.” John 20:24-29 – Thomas believed…
Introduction “You're in good hands.” Isaiah 41:10 We are protected in God's hands Protection from our enemies Psalms 31:14-15; 138:7-…
[Due to technical difficulties, the first few minutes of this lesson were not recorded. Sorry about that! -MRW] Introduction Where do we…
Introduction Ezra 7:6-10 Ezra 9:3-4, 6-8 – Ezra was appalled at the sin of Israel and prays to God. Ezra 10:3-5 Spend time in the Bible…
“Amen” Origins Egyptian – amun Hebrew – amen Greek – amen Use Old Testament – ceremonial New Testament – dual usage Archaic What would we…
Introduction I Peter 4:10-11 What do we mean when we say … ? “Lord willing” James 4:13-15 “Pastor” Ephesians 4:11 – Only occurrence of the…
“Amen” Origins Egyptian – amun Hebrew – amen Greek – amen Use Old Testament – ceremonial New Testament – dual usage Archaic What would we…
Matthew 27 Matthew 27:1-5 – Judas tries to return the betrayal money, but the Jews refuse to take it back. This fulfilled the prophecy in…
God does not expect us to believe blindly Jesus feeds 5,000 with loaves and fishes. Jesus heals the man let down through the roof. Can you…
Introduction What does it mean to be a man of faith? Faith is not an abstract concept – faith is an action. What is faith? What does faith…
Matthew 26 There are three groups of people that stand out in this chapter: Jewish leaders – showed great hatred Apostles – notice how Jesus…
Introduction Mark 9:33-37 Mark 10:13-16 Psalms 78:1-4 Worship … should always come from the heart. Psalms 95:1-11 – We should worship…
I'm saved! Now what? Exodus 3:12; 4:22-23 – God wanted Israel to serve Him. Ephesians 2:10 – We are created for good works. Titus 2:14 I…
Introduction Proverbs 1:1-7 – Proverbs is to help us receive and understand wisdom from God. Part of that is humility. There are various…
[Due to technical difficulties, we were unable to make a recording of this lesson. Sorry about that! -MRW] Matthew 25 Matthew 25:1-1…
Daily disciples Acts 16:5 Acts 17:11 I Corinthians 15:31 II Corinthians 11:28 James 2:15-16 Ephesians 2:10; 4:1; 5:1, 15 – “Walk” Ephesians…
Be baptized, continued Galatians 3:27 Colossians 2:9-12 – The parallels between circumcision and baptism. Be careful not to stretch these…
Perseverance of the saints Also known as “once saved, always saved” or “impossibility of apostasy.” “The elect are not only redeemed by…
Matthew 24 What is “the end” in Matthew 24:14? Signs of the end (Matthew 24:4-14) Wars and rumors of wars Nation rise up against nation…
Sincere love and worship of God Deuteronomy 6:5 Malachi 1:6 Genesis 8:20-21 – Noah Genesis 12:7-8 – Abraham Psalms 145:1-5, 21 – David…
Be baptized Greek baptize = dip, immerse Many baptized in Acts: 3,000 in Acts 2:41 Acts 8:12 – numerous men and women The Ethiopian man in…
Limited atonement (or particular redemption) The idea that when Jesus died, He died only to save those who God had already decided would be…
Matthew 23 Compare Matthew 5:20; 6:1-5; 7:3-5, 12, 15. Jesus makes similar points here. Matthew 23:5-12 – Warnings against pride. Matthew 2…
Introduction II Timothy 2:15 John Calvin (1509-1564) Jacobus Arminius and his followers argued against Calvin's teaching. The five points of…
Repent It's more than just being sorry. II Corinthians 7:8-11 Just because someone upsets you doesn't mean they are in the wrong. Matthew 2…
Matthew 22 Matthew 22:1-14 In this parable, the slaves who did the inviting were the apostles and those who were invited first were the Jews…
Introduction Matthew 22:37 I Thessalonians 5:15 – Be nice. Do not repay evil for evil. Matthew 5:38-42 It's okay to get help! Be nice even…
Believe and confess that Jesus is Lord and Christ, the son of God Mark 16:15-16 One must sincerely believe (not just know the facts). Acts…
Introduction Genesis 6:14 Genesis 7:12 Genesis 7:11; 8:13-18 – They were on the ark a year and ten days. Scared! Genesis 7:11, 18-24 – God's…
Matthew 21 Matthew 21:5 – This is quoted from Zechariah 9:9. See Psalms 24:7-10. The picture is of the Lord coming into His city as a king…
Introduction Read God's word every day! If you rush past the ruler to get to the rules, you may not assess them correctly. The Bible is a…
Introduction Acts 2 Colossians 3 Colossians 3:1-4 Think and live for Christ and Heaven's glory. Keep buried the life that was exposed to…
Colossians 2 Colossians 2:1-3 Colossians 2:10-15 – Notice the repeating phrases “in Him,” “with Him,” and “through Him.” Colossians 2:…
Introduction Why are you here right now? Ephesians 1:3-8; 4:1 – You can not walk any stronger than your understanding of how worthy your…
The story of Job Holy and blameless Job 1:1-5 Blessed and secure Targeted by Satan Job 1:8-12 Suffered great loss Job 1:13-19 Job 2:4 Job…
Introduction The theme of this series is to learn about Jesus first, then learn about yourself. Read your Bible every day! This practice…
Matthew 20 Matthew 20:1-16 – Laborers in the vineyard Matthew 20:1 – See Matthew 12:24-26. Satan also has a kingdom. God (Jesus) is the…
Introduction Proverbs 23:4-5 All these physical possessions are temporary. Ecclesiastes 2:10-11 Materialism: “focusing on immediate…
Learning the truth about salvation Don't follow man-made, invented doctrine. Mark 7:1-3 – Jesus rebukes the scribes and Pharisees for…
Introduction Thomas Campbell: “Where the Bible speaks, we speak; where the Bible is silent, we are silent.” (1800s Restoration Movement) Do…
Matthew 19 Matthew 19:1-12 – Marriage and divorce Jesus went all the way back to Genesis, to the law before the Law of Moses. See Proverbs…
Introduction Isaiah 13:11 Deuteronomy 12:8, 1, 4 What is presumption? Proverbs 21:24 – “Pride” can be translated as “presumptuous.” Exodus…
John 3:16 John 3:16 – What does “believes” mean? Does that exclude other obligations, like repentance and baptism? Could this be a…
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