Extended Studies
This is a collection of studies that cover many posts. They may be about a topic. Or they may cover an extended passage or book.
Hebrews: A Warning to Pay Attention (2:1-4)
Published:
Updated:
The author of Hebrews here warns us to pay attention to the great salvation we have been given. If we do not, the danger of drifting away is great.
Hebrews: Superior to the Angels (1:5-14)
Published:
Updated:
This passage uses seven quotes from the Old Testament to demonstrate that Christ, the Son, is superior to the angels.
Hebrews: The Supremacy of Christ (1:1-4)
Published:
Updated:
In the prologue to Hebrews the author identifies the supremacy of Christ over the prophets and angels as well as summarizing his Christology.
Hebrews: An Introduction
Published:
Updated:
This article gives a brief introduction into the book of Hebrews. It is the first of a series of on this sermon from a pastor to his people.
The Doctrine of Prayer: What Is Prayer?
Published:
Updated:
The doctrine of prayer looks at what the Bible has to say about prayer. Why do we pray? Does it accomplish anything? What is its purpose?
1 Peter: Humble Yourself Under the Hand of God (5:5-11)
Published:
Updated:
You will face challenges in this life. But humble yourself under the mighty hand of God. And he will lift you up to glory, not in your time, but in his.
1 Peter: Being a Shepherd, a Rewarding Task (5:1-4)
Published:
Updated:
In this passage Peter gives some encouragement and instruction to the elders of the church. Being a shepherd is a rewarding calling, worth doing well.
1 Peter: Suffering as a Christian (4:12-19)
Published:
Updated:
We should expect to suffer as Christians. Don't be surprised by it. If they persecuted our Lord, they will also persecute his follows. Rejoice in it.
1 Peter: Life in the Church: to Love and to Serve (4:7-11)
Published:
Updated:
Our life within the church should stand in contrast to what we face in the world around us. We need to be willing to love and to serve, glorifying God.
1 Peter: Don’t Surrender to the World’s Influence (4:1-6)
Published:
Updated:
We live in a world that will, more likely than not, ridicule those who are of faith. But don't surrender to the influence of the world. Be true to Jesus.
1 Peter: Imprisoned Spirits and Baptism (3:19-22)
Published:
Updated:
One of the most challenging passages in 1 Peter deals with these imprisoned spirits who are facing judgement. Yet that can give us hope in our suffering.
1 Peter: Revere Christ in Your Suffering (3:13-18)
Published:
Updated:
How do you respond to suffering for Christ? Peter tells us to rejoice and revere Christ as Lord. And to always be ready to share the reason for your hope.
