Joel 2:1-17 Locusts and The Day of the LORD
Joel begins to show how the devastation of the locust swarms foretells the devastation that will occur on earth in the Day of the LORD.
Acts 2:42-47 The Foundation of the Church in Jerusalem
The results of Peter’s preaching on the Day of Pentecost were remarkable. Three thousand people came to a saving knowledge of Jesus as the Messiah, now what? These verses give us the details of the beginning of “church life.”
Acts 16: 6-40 Introduction to Philippians
The beginning of the church in Philippi is detailed in the book of Acts. This is our study today.
Joel 1:1-20 Introduction to Joel
Joel does not give us much information about who he is, or his background, the message is about God and His involvement in the course of human history. Chapter one sets the stage.
Matthew 18:15-20 Why Jesus Came
Why did Jesus come? To forgive sin? Well, yes; but more. He came to reconcile us to God, and in the process to each other. This is a real life example of how this works.
Isaiah 8:1-9:7 Context for Famous Christmas Verses
Isaiah 9:6-7 are some of the most beloved verses during the Christmas season. But, they have context in Isaiah’s day that isn’t exactly what we would think of; let’s take a look.
Acts 2:22-23 A Closer Look at “the Definite Plan.”
How does a “definite plan and foreknowledge” of God square with the free agency of man? Were the Jews in Jerusalem that day really guilty of crucifying the Christ?
Luke 3:23-38 A Genealogy of Jesus
The genealogy presented by Luke differs from that in Matthew. Three are at least three popular schools of thought about this. I prefer the commentary by John Gill, an 18th century biblical scholar. I will present his understanding of this genealogy.
Isaiah 7:1-14 The Virgin Shall Conceive …
Did Isaiah really predict this? Join us today as we study the origins of what Isaiah actually said to King Ahaz. What did Ahaz understand?
Acts 2:14-24 What Just Happened?
While the crowd is wondering “What Just Happened?”, Peter begins his response by quoting the minor prophet Joel to further his use, What did Joel intend, and what did Peter reveal? This is our study today.
