And we know that all things work together for good
Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. This is one…
The Work Ethic of Joseph
Genesis 39:2 And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian. 3 And his master saw…
Should a Christian Drink Alcohol?
The consumption of alcohol, the lifestyle that surrounds it and the draw that it has on Christians is certainly nothing new. Christians often puff out the “Jesus drank wine” claim…
Good Tiding of Great Joy
Luke 2:11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. In this time of the year churches celebrate the…
Your Life is the Memorial
A memorial is a object, place or event that bring you to remembrance of something. Every year, we celebrate Memorial Day. This is 1 of 3 military holidays that most…
How to Have a Well Maintained Christian Life
To understand where this comparison comes from: I started working at a Mercedes dealership on weekends when I was 13 with my Dad. They also had Volkswagen , Alfa Romeo…
Matthew 10:28 Not Living in Fear
Matthew 10:28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and…
The Christmas Gift
James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. As…
Teaching the Rapture for Kids Luke 12:40
Memory Verse Luke 12:40 Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not. This verse speaks of an event, an event…
Feeding of the 5,000
One of the exercises that a good Bible student can do, is to take the different accounts in the 4 gospels and combine them into a single reading. This practice…
The Pattern
Hebrews 9:23 It was therefore necessary that the patterns of things in the heavens should be purified with these; but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. The…
How to Teach a Sunday School Lesson
When putting together a Sunday School or Sermon there are many different books and classes with many having differing methods of how to best prepare. From many of my bible…
Do You Love God? Romans 8:28
Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Do you love…
Seeing the Son – Effectual Testimony
John 6:40 And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which seeth the Son, and believeth on him, may have everlasting life: and I will…
1 Peter 3:12 Righteousness
1 Peter 3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them…
Branches and Fruits
John 15:4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide…
Veterans Day – A Good Soldier
As this is Veterans Day, I thought I would bring some insight of someone who has been a soldier as to better understand how to be a soldier of Christ….
Not as fools – redeeming the time
Ephesians 5:15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Is it any wonder that the last…
Salvation – The Basics
1 John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and…
Prayer – Following the Bible Rather than the Crowd
When you are doing something you are not familiar with you will do one of 3 things: Read an instruction manual (Bible) Try to figure it out Watch or ask…
Fruits in the Basket
Deuteronomy 26:2 That thou shalt take of the first of all the fruit of the earth, which thou shalt bring of thy land that the LORD thy God giveth thee,…
Calvary’s Tree
An event that is the culmination of God’s plan is that of Jesus Christ giving His life on Calvary’s cross for us. This fundamental truth is one of the two…
Church Etiquette for Teens
Ecclesiastes 11:9 Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and…
Bridle Tongue
James 3:1 My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. 2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in…
What is the difference between clean and cleanse?
Exodus 12:13 And the blood shall be to you for a token upon the houses where ye are: and when I see the blood, I will pass over you, and…
Peace that Passeth the Pulpit
1 Timothy 3:15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living…
Can Someone Listen Without Hearing?
Can someone listen without hearing? Can someone look without seeing? Can someone talk without saying anything? Can someone eat if they are not hungry? We live in a time when…
Faith – Mustard Seed
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. -Faith has substance and evidence; therefore it can be tested and measured. -Note…
Fruit of the Spirit – Meekness
Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Verse 22 deals with outward…
Fruits of the Spirit
Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Fruit, by definition is something…
Luke 6:27-28 Love Your Enemies
Luke 6:27 But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, 28 Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which…
Fundamentals of Baptism
In order to understand Baptism properly and doctrinally we need to see how the scriptures lays out the case for Baptism. In order Acts 8:26 And the angel of the…
The Power of God
Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first,…
John 14:23 Love Me? Keep My Commandments
John 14:23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him,…
Anger
Proverbs 27:3 A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool’s wrath is heavier than them both. 4 Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is…
Feasting on the Word
Proverbs 27:7 The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet. There are many that come to church today and are no longer…
The Red, White and Blue
In our country we have adopted the colors Red, White and Blue as our symbol of liberty. Liberty that started with the pursuit of people that sought freedom to worship…
The Pony Express
Haggai 1:13 Then spake Haggai the LORD’S messenger in the LORD’S message unto the people, saying, I am with you, saith the LORD. God has a message. A message that…
A New Years Message for Teens
2 Corinthians 13:5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye…
Luke 12:40 Teaching the Rapture for Children’s Church
Luke 12:40 Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not. This verse speaks of an event, an event that has…
Boldly Go
In the ‘60’s, a TV show set out to provide a mindset of exploration and adventure being pitched as “the wagon train to the stars”. Gene Roddenberry sought to provide…
Cup of Sin
This Lesson is a great illustration of how God placed sin into a cup that Jesus bore for us. It also has an visual that shows that by what Jesus…
Is being Good, Good Enough? (Balloons and Fire)
The bible is full of references of people doing good works. In fact, you have all heard of good works… afterall… doesn’t everyone tell you to be good? If you’ve…
The Quiet Game
Suitable for kids of all ages! Supplies Needed None Gameplay Instruct the children that whoever goes the longest without making any noise (this includes talking, giggling, whispering…) will recieve a…
Woven In Truth
Suitable for kids of all ages! Supplies Needed 2 Balls of yarn Stopwatch Gameplay The children with the balls of yarn are to find the end, grab ahold of it…
Loud and Soft
Suitable for kids of all ages! Loud and Soft Supplies Small prizes to hide Slips of paper with the memory verse Rules Give every child a memory verse paper then…
The Corner Game
Suitable for kids of all ages! The Corner Game Supplies Slips of paper with memory verse small prizes Rules Give each child a verse paper Choose one child to…
Musical Present
Suitable for kids of all ages! Supplies Toy/Bible or other gift Small Prizes/Candy Wrapping Paper Tape Music Preparation Wrap the gift as you would a regular present. After the main…
Gossip/Telephone
Suitable for kids of all ages! Gossip/Telephone Supplies None Needed Gameplay Split class into two teams. Whisper a phrase into the first personsear on each team. Each player must whisper…
Church Etiquette
Preached by Chaplain Rick Brewer 9-18-13 1 Timothy 3:14 These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly [15] But if I tarry long, that thou mayest…
The Tea Bag Sermon
Sermon preached by Chaplain Rick Brewer 07-10-13 This sermon uses a visual illustration of a tea bag. You will need: A Tea Bag, Plate, Glass of water, Lighter, something to…
Understanding God – Balloon in Jar
Daniel 1:4 Children in whom was no blemish, but well favoured, and skilful in all wisdom, and cunning in knowledge, and understanding science, and such as had ability in them…
Lessons From A Brown Paper Bag
Suitable For All Ages Lessons From A Brown Paper Bag Supplies Needed • Brown paper bag • Helper Lesson At the beginning of class give a child your brown paper…
Shadrach Meshach and Abednego Made Fun
Suitable for all ages Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Theme Gods Protection Supplies needed • 1, 5, 10… Dollar bill • Glass Bowl • 90% Rubbing Alcohol • Water • Tongs…
Taking the Garbage Out
Best suited for grades 3-6 Theme The effects of sin on our testimonys Text Mathew 5:14-16, Proverbs 20:11 Supplies Needed A flashlight with batteries, trash. Lesson Sarah Cynthia Sylvia…
5 Finger Prayer List
Suited for kids of all ages! Theme Teach children a guideline for praying. Lesson: In the example the Jesus gives we find that this is a guide, not a pat…
Ice Relay
Suitable for kids of all ages! Supplies Needed Giant Ice cubes Preparation Even out your sides and arrange your children where they sit 2 in a seat with no empty…