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Lesson 2: What About Imprecatory Psalms?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2011

How to pray for and fight against enemies.

A. Introduction: 1. Imprecatory means judgment, i.e., asking God to punish, kill, and throw into hell (Psalm 2, 37, 69, 70, 109, 143). 2. David throws them into hell. “Let Satan the accuser stand at his right hand . . . let his days be few. . . let his children be fatherless, and let his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 10: Facing And Overcoming Major Problems

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2011

Our greatest problems come after our greatest victories.

A. INTRODUCTION: FACING PROBLEMS - EXODUS 13:17 TO 15:1 1. Our greatest problems come after our greatest victories. From deliverance from Egypt to imminent destruction at the Red Sea. “The Egyptians pursued them, all the horses and chariots of Pharaoh, his horsemen and his army, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 9, 2011

Understanding persecution and why, as Christians, we will be persecuted and how to handle it.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011

How to deal with persecution as Christians.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 4: Turning An "Enemy" Into A Friend

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011

Jesus commandments to us about how to pray for and deal with our enemies.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The word “enemy” is in quotation marks to show they are not permanent enemies. 2. Beware of “enemies’ lists.” Only list them for prayer. 3. Looking through Jesus’ eyes will change everything. 4. Don’t be naive. The Bible doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Questions About Jesus' Return

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 28, 2011

What the Bible says about Jesus' return.

A. THE BIBLE’S TEACHING ABOUT THE TIME OF JESUS’ RETURN 1. Jesus said there would be “wrong” predictions about His return. “Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There!’ do not believe it. For false christs and false ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: God Whispers And Whistles

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 8, 2011

Attributes of God.

A. INTRODUCTION “Did you know that God sings? That He works? Or that He cries? God does many things that you may not have thought about before. But the more you know about Him, the better you can respond to Him. God gets jealous, angry and He smiles. God smells pleasant aromas, collects tears ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Answering Difficult Bible Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 21, 2011

How to understand and explain difficult Bible passages.

A. INTRODUCTION: YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD DIFFICULTIES 1. Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word. 2. You can’t know everything, only God knows everything, so trust Him. “The secret things belong unto the Lord our ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 22:29

Denomination: Baptist

Non-Biblical Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 21, 2011

Common "sayings" that are not found in Scripture.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many think these “sayings” are quoted from Scripture, but they are just not there. However, they have biblical truths taught (a) in principle, or (b) application. 2. Some wrongly apply some of these “sayings.” 3. Condition: become a man/woman of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:15

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: Why I Believe In The Trinity

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Exploring the foundation of our faith in the Trinity- God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. We believe in the Trinity, “We affirm our belief in one God, infinite Spirit, Creator, and Sustainer of all things, who exists eternally in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. These three are one in essence but distinct in person and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 7: Are The Heathen Really Lost?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Four questions asked by critics regarding the unsaved and life after death.

A. 4 QUESTIONS RAISED BY CRITICS 1. Universalism. DOESN’T THE BIBLE TEACH SOME FROM EVERY TRIBE WILL GO TO HEAVEN? a. All tribes in Heaven. “They sung a new song . . . Thou was slain, and hast redeemed us . . . out of every kindred and tongue, and people, and nation” (Rev. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 8: Easy Believism Vs. Lordship Salvation

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Completing surrendering to Christ with salvation.

A. THE TENSION BETWEEN LORDSHIP SALVATION VS. EASY BELIEVISM 1. It’s a mistake to use pejorative terms, as if they were fighting. 2. John MacArthur, The Gospel According to Jesus, 1982, and Charles Ryrie, So Great Salvation. 3. Theologians tend to Lordship Salvation. Evangelists tend to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:31

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 9: Is The Will Of God A Gps Or A Pre-Drawn Blueprint?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Is God’s will guidance or a finished product?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Looking from God’s perspective.  God knows everything actual and possible (Rom. 4:17).  God has expectations for us.  God loves you and has a wonderful plan for your life. 2. Looking from our perspective.  We have the power of choosing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Explaining and learning the background behind many hard to understand Bible verses.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE HAVE QUESTIONS 1. Demands a response: How is a question different from other English sentences? a. Confusion. Why does the enemy ask questions? “Has God indeed said you shall not eat?” (Gen. 3:1). b. Conviction. Why does Jesus ask a question? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: John 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

John 3

“There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist