The placement of Luke as the third gospel occurs in almost all of the early Greek and Syrian manuscripts. Ernest Renan, French theologian, called the gospel of Luke the most literary of the Gospels. Many see [su_pullquote align=”right”]It is manifest that in all parts of the Christian world the Third Gospel had been recognized as…
Romans
At almost every level, Romans stands as the greatest of all the epistles written by the Apostle Paul. Many argue its grandeur over all other New Testament books. Carefully considered and skillfully written, Romans offers the most complete theological statement of the understanding of this great man of faith. No other book in the New…
Koinonia Bible Studies
Welcome to the home of Koinonia Bible Studies. Koinonia is the Greek word for “fellowship.” Koinonia is a shared fellowship with Jesus, but it is more. Our fellowship involves how we look at the world, a shared system of beliefs or worldview. The fellowship we share is expansive; we are moved and motivated to communicate…
Adult Bible Study – KBS
Welcome to the home of the current series of the ABS Adult Bible Studies. Many of these lessons have been “classroom” studied and tested during Sunday classes or weekly home small groups. This is a complete list of the Bible Studies available on this site. The goal is sometime this year to have a “live”…
What is the Best Method for Baptism?
Recently a brother asked a thoughtful question about the critical Christian doctrine of baptism. His query wondered, What is the best [method] of baptism? Disagreements and controversies arise because of the misunderstanding and improper application of many doctrines of Christianity. Teachings about baptism have resulted in differences of opinion on who should be baptized, what…
What Must I Do to be Saved?
This week a dear brother asked a very important question. His wording sounded like this: “What must a lost person do to be saved?” When Peter and the other apostles preached the first gospel sermon on the day of Pentecost, the response of the people shouted, “What must I do to be saved?” We will…
What Does the Bible Say About Widows?
Recently a question was posed through a friend on Facebook, “What does the Bible teach about widows?” The question may be directed toward two different purposes: Can a widow remarry? How should the church care for its widows? Let’s tackle both of these issues because you asked for it. A Scriptural Principle: Care for the…
Revelation
No other book in the New Testament fascinates and yet puzzles today’s Christian reader like the last book of the Bible, the book of Revelation. Alan Johnson writes, “Indeed, it may well be that with the exception of the Gospels, the Apocalypse is the most profound and moving teaching on Christian doctrine and discipleship found…
Start the New Year Right
Are you ready to begin a 21-day journey having fellowship with each other and with the Word? Starting each day with Scripture will build a positive habit for the year, as well as encourage and strengthen your faith. There are verses for each of our days posted on my website. I will make the page…
Music of Christmas | 04 | Carols & the Christ
“Carols and the Christ” from the lesson series Music of Christmas, December 2021 our Scripture Suddenly, a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God (Luke 2:13 NIV), Luke 2:13 NASB Luke 2:13 NET Luke 2:13 NLT Luke 2:13 NCV Luke 2:13 MESSAGE Luke 2:13 KJV Luke 2:13 NRSV Luke 2:13…