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 Why do we study only the Bible? Who and what holds authority? Matthew 28:18-20 The doctrine of apostolic succession? Authority…
Faith and prayer, continued Prayer is a habit Make prayer a priority. Find time to pray alone. Find a private place to pray. Make is one-on…
Introduction Genesis 2:16-17, 23 – Adam and Eve did not literally die the day they ate from the tree. II Timothy 3:12 I Peter 3:14 Luke 2…
Introduction Do you ever think about why you are here? We know that it is our duty here to serve God. God told mankind this going all the…
Introduction Hebrews 8:1-6 Exodus 29:29 We can be at peace on earth knowing that our High Priest is always at work in Heaven. Hebrews 7:1…
Faith changes us: putting on the new man Colossians 3:10 Ephesians 4:24 What does a “new man” look like? II Peter 1:5 There are specific…
Joshua 12 Joshua 12:1-6 – Kings and lands conquered by Moses Joshua 12:7-24 – Kings and lands conquered by Joshua These lands are given but…
Luke 9:20: “The Christ of God” I Peter 2:24 – Jesus' crucifixion was a sacrificial offering. Hebrews 9:28 I Corinthians 15:3-4 – Christ died…
Faith, love, and obedience We see the evidence of God's love for us (Creation, care, the sacrifice of His only Son) How do we show love to…
Introduction Acts 16:11-34, 40 – The examples of Lydia and the Philippian jailer. Pual gives an excellent example of unselfishness…
Joshua 10 Joshua 10:1-15 – Five kings align against Gibeon Joshua 10:1-2 – Adoni-zedek feared greatly because of how Israel had conquered Ai…
Introduction Luke 23:33, 39-46 Answering the baptism question Acts 2:38 – People sometimes try to use the case of the thief on the cross to…
Faith dispels fear (continued) Let go of fear. Be introspective. What are you so afraid? Pray for help and healing, Philippians 4:6-7. James…
Introduction I Peter 1:10-12 I Corinthians 2:13 Be content with the Holy Spirit's revealed word. Joshua 2:15-18 – Some ancient writers…
Introduction If asked by someone for help in their reading of the Old Testament, giving them just the basic storyline, could you do it…
Introduction Ephesians 6:4 I John 3:1 He always prioritizes our souls. Genesis 13:2, 5-6 – God is okay with us being prosperous. I Kings…
Faith dispels fear (continued) Mark 4:37-41 Fear and faith are incompatible (Mark 4:40). Fear assumes God does not care (Mark 4:3…
Spiritual health is the most important thing. John 5:2-9 John 5:13-15 – It doesn't seem that Jesus is telling the man he was lame because of…
Joshua 7 Joshua 7:1-15 – Defeated at Ai Joshua 7:1 – Achan violates the ban on plunder that God had put in place (see Joshua 6:17). Joshua…
Introduction I Peter 2:12 Put a positive, spiritual spin on life. Matthew 5:13-16 Matthew 5:10-12 – Christians react to things differently…
Faith creates courage (continued) Terror: a state of intense fear Hebrews 11:30-40 – Through faith, these people had the courage to deal…
Introduction Hebrews 11:32-34 God cares about each one of us. Judges 12:8-15 – Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon John 20:30-31; 21:25 Jonah 4:1…
Joshua 5 Joshua 5:1 – Kings' hearts melted They were terrified of the Israelites! Joshua 5:2-8 – Circumcision It did not make military sense…
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…
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