While James the Apostle didn’t write any of the New Testament, and though he’s only mentioned a handful of times in the New Testament, he still provides some valuable lessons. This man was present for some momentous events, and various lessons for all Christians can be gleaned from this Son of Thunder!
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What is a Christian?
Across the world, billions of people call themselves “Christian.” But what does it mean to be a Christian? If you were asked what it means that you are a Christian, how would you answer? This lesson seeks to provide a general overview of who a Christian is and what it means to be Christian.
Joshua
After the books of Moses (Genesis through Deuteronomy), the next section of the Old Testament is the books of history. Picking up where Deuteronomy ends, the book of Joshua records Israel’s conquest of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua. This book doesn’t just recount historical happenings – it demonstrates key themes that lead God’s people to success!
No Corrupting Talk: The Christian and Profanity
Profanity is prolific throughout our society. But what is profanity, and should a Christian use it? This lesson reviews the nature of language and considers Biblical principles to help Christians practice wisdom and speak in wholesome ways.
Characters in the Life of Jesus: Peter
One of the most well-known characters of the New Testament is the Apostle Peter. This great man had a life of ups and downs, like every human. From his example, Christians can learn from his mistakes and learn a great deal from his strengths. The first lesson in a new series, this sermon by Jonathan Owens, reviews the life of Peter and some of the great lessons we can learn from it!
Deuteronomy
Deuteronomy is the fifth book in the Old Testament and the conclusion of the section known as the “Pentateuch” or “Torah.” This retelling of the Law is a powerful book that, although originally given to Israel, has many important lessons for Christians today!
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Sheep Without a Shepherd
Throughout the Bible, shepherds are used as a primary metaphor for leadership. But what happens when sheep have no shepherd? There are several instances in the Bible when this exact metaphor is used. When we look at how the Bible uses this imagery, we should lose all complacency concerning congregations that lack biblical leadership!
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Numbers
The fourth book of the Bible, Numbers, records the tragic events following Israel’s departure from Mt. Sinai. What should have been a short journey to begin the conquest of Canaan resulted in four decades of wandering the wilderness, all because of rebellion. Despite the many failures, God’s will prevails, and His plans are not thwarted. This lesson is the fourth in a series of Bible book overviews and reviews the highlights and importance of this Old Testament book!
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The End…and the Beginning (Life of Christ Sermon 49)
This is the final lesson in the Life of Christ series. This sermon focuses on the Great Commission and the Ascension of Jesus and reminds us that the end of Jesus’ earthly work marks a great beginning!
Leviticus
Of all the books of the Bible, Leviticus might be the most avoided. It seems strange, difficult to understand, and frankly, most modern readers find it boring. But the third book of the Bible possesses some valuable and foundational lessons, even for the New Testament Christian. This lesson provides an overview of Leviticus, highlighting its outline, key themes, and some of the ways Leviticus actually points to the person and work of Jesus!