Author: NBibens

Regulation of the Assembly (Episode 21)

Writing to the Corinthian Christians, Paul commanded their worship services be done “decently and in order.” In this lesson, brother Ed Daniel reviews 1 Corinthians 14 and other passages to discuss the regulations of the assembly as given by inspired New Testament writers, particularly focusing on the teaching that should take place when the Church comes together for worship.

Is There a Pattern for Worship? (Episode 20)

The modern view of Christian worship is often, “worship is the right thing to do, and there’s no wrong way to do it!” Is this accurate? Is this a Scriptural view of New Testament worship? In this lesson, Nate Bibens looks to both the Old and New Testaments to see examples of God-given patterns, and seeks to find the Biblical answer to the questions “Is there a pattern for worship?”

The Church in Prophecy (Episode 19)

There are those in modern day Christianity who teach the Church was a stop-gap measure put in place when Jesus was unexpectedly rejected by the Jewish people. But if that is they case, then why do the Old Testament prophets speak prophetically of the church? In this lesson, evangelist Ed Daniel investigates a few of the major Old Testament prophecies concerning the Church, and in so doing demonstrates that the Church is part of God’s plan, and the church is identifiable even today!

“Beware Lest You Forget!” (Episode 18)

The majority of modern, American Christians live a comfortable life of safety, security, and plenty. While we rightly thank God for such things, we must also beware. From the beginning of time even the most righteous individuals have struggled to stave off complacency and sinfulness during such times. In this lesson, Nate Bibens examines a handful of such Biblical examples while reminding Christians today of Moses’ message long ago, “Beware, Lest You Forget!”

Great Faith and Little Dogs (Life of Christ Sermon 29)

When Jesus withdrew for a brief period to the region of Tyre and Sidon, He met a woman in desperate need, for her little daughter was severely oppressed by a demon.  Instead of immediately granting the woman’s request, Jesus acts and speaks in a way that seems strange, even offensive.  In the end however, He extols the woman’s faith and grants her request.  Why did Jesus do and say what He did?  And what made the Syro-Phoenician woman’s faith so commendable? Find out in this lesson from the Life of Christ series entitled “Great Faith and Little Dogs!”

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When God is Silent (Episode 17)

Most people who claim to be Christian will agree that the Bible is the Word of God. Interpreting and applying the Bible, however, is something about which many disagree. Of the various issues of Bible interpretation, perhaps none has been so difficult as that of Bible silence. In this lesson, brother Ed Daniel helps us determine what is and isn’t true Bible silence, and helps us see from Scripture how we should respond when God is silent.

Speaking as the Oracles of God (Episode 16)

It’s no secret that there is a great deal of religious confusion in the world today. The real question is, how can we find truth and unity amidst such confusion? In this lesson, brother Ed Daniel reminds us that if we wish to please God and abide in His truth, then we must rely on His Word, and simply be a people “Speaking as the Oracles of God!”

The Keys of the Kingdom (Episode 15)

After commending Peter’s great confession and promising to build His church, Jesus said something important, interesting, and it turns out controversial by telling Peter He would give him “the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven.”  In this final study of a 3-part series based in Matthew 16, Nate Bibens discusses what the keys of the kingdom are, how Peter used them, and whether or not they can still be used today!