ScriptureStream

By Mark Watson

Just the gospel, plainly spoken. ScriptureStream compiles lessons presented at the Benchley church of Christ, located just north of Bryan, TX. Visit ScriptureStream.com for full notes on each lesson a... more

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August 03, 2014When the Son of Man Comes In His Glory
Matthew 25:31-46
There will be a judgment (Matthew 25:31)
Hebrews 9:27
Matthew 12:36 – We will be judged by every careless word!
Acts 10:40-42 – Peter preaches about the judgment.
Are you prepared for the judgment?
Jesus notices when you treat people well (Matthew 25:34-40)
Matthew 5:28,44; 6:2 – Basic truths to live by. Matthew 7:12; 10:42; 13:23; 15:18; 18:35; 23:12; 25:13
Jesus notices when you ignore people (Matthew 25:41-45)
There is such a thing as a sin of omission!
Matthew 25:24-30 – This man failed to take advantage of his opportunity.
I Timothy 5:16 – This is a responsibility assigned to individuals.
It is not anti-Jesus to talk about “the eternal fire” (Matthew 25:46)
Some believe you should not talk about hell.
Jesus Himself repeatedly talked about hell!
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30min
August 03, 2014Ecclesiastes, Part 2
Ecclesiastes 2:18-3:22
True happiness comes from God.
Ecclesiastes 2:26 – God blesses those who serve Him with what is gained by those who do not serve Him.
Ecclesiastes 3:11 – See Romans 8:28; Philippians 4:10-13.
Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 – Man’s true happiness on earth.
Ecclesiastes 3:14 – God has done many wonderful works so that man will fear Him. Proverbs 1:7; 9:10; Psalm 19
Ecclesiastes 3:16 – Wickedness abounds. II Timothy 3:12-13; 2:25-26; I Corinthians 5:9-10
Ecclesiastes 3:17 – God will judge. I Peter 3; Revelation 20:12-15; Acts 10:42
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30min
July 30, 2014 Do Not Be Anxious
By Jesse Jenkins
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30min
July 27, 2014The Christian's Creed
The Christian’s creed
Is God given
John 14:26; 16:13; Galatians 1:6-12; I Corinthians 2:11-14
Needs no revision
Ephesians 1:3; I Peter 1:22-25
Is infallible
Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:21
Isaiah 53:4; Psalm 16:8-11; Daniel 7:13-14; Zechariah 6:12-13; Hebrews 7:25 – prophecies of Jesus
Acts 20:28
Is sufficient
II Timothy 3:16-17
Is the standard of judgment for all
John 12:18; Acts 17:31
Is the only creed by which to live
Is the only creed by which to die
Revelation 14:13
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30min
July 27, 2014Are You a Christian?
I Peter 2:9-10
Being a Christian means you have a relationship with Christ.
Acts 11:26 – The disciples were first called Christians in Antioch.
Acts 11:19-26 – These people had heard the good news of Christ and had turned to the Lord.
“Christian” might be a name given to them by outsiders, which indicates that outsiders could tell they had turned to the Lord.
Have you turned to the Lord?
Acts 8:35-38
What are you really converted to? Socializing? To pleasing your family? To the habit of attending services?
Galatians 2:20
Acts 26:28
Acts 26:5,9,15,19 – Paul was against Jesus until he turned to serve the Lord.
Have you switched to Christ’s side like Paul did?
Philippians 3:4-9
There is a big difference between switching to Christ’s side and trying to switch Christ to your side.
I Peter 4:16
I Peter 4:12-13
Will you suffer as a Christian?
Galatians 3:26
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30min
July 27, 2014Compliments of Jesus
Matthew 11:7-11 – Jesus compliments John the Baptist. John had courage to stand for what was right despite the risk.
John 1:43-51 – Jesus compliments Nathanael on his lack of guile.
Matthew 5:8 – Blessed are the pure in heart.
I Peter 2:21-22
Mark 14:3-9 – Jesus compliments Mary for her service.
Matthew 8:5-10 – Jesus compliments the Roman Centurion for his unusual faith.
Matthew 15:22-28 – The Canaanite woman is complimented for her faith.
Mark 5:25-34 – The woman with a plague is complimented for her great faith.
Mark 12:41-44 – Jesus compliments the poor widow for her sacrificial giving.
Luke 17:11-19 – Jesus compliments the leper for his gratitude.
Luke 10:38-42 – Jesus compliments Mary on her spiritual-mindedness.
Romans 8:6 – The mind set on spiritual things brings life and peace.
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30min
July 23, 20141 and 2 Timothy and Titus, Part 11
I Timothy 4:6-5:16
I Timothy 5:1 – This is referring to older men in general, not those who hold the office of an elder. Older men should be shown the proper respect.
I Timothy 5:3-16 – Care for needy widows. The church may care for those who are truly widows, are old enough, are faithful, and have no one else to care for them.
I Timothy 5:3 – See Matthew 15:4. “Honor” can include money.
I Timothy 5:4 – Widows with children or grandchildren should be cared for by their family.
I Timothy 5:8 – Take care of your relatives, especially your immediate family.
I Timothy 5:9-10 – A widow must be faithful and of a certain age in order for the church to care for her.
Is this the “widow indeed” from I Timothy 5:3,5,16?
What does it mean to be “put on the list”? The context is of material support.
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30min
July 20, 2014Sharing the Gospel During Trials
The story of Paul’s arrest
Acts 21:11-14
The prophecy of Agabus
Pleas of the brethren, “Don’t go!”
Paul’s resolve
Paul encouraged to pacify Jews (Acts 21:18-26)
False assumptions by an angry mob (Acts 21:27-30)
“Rescued” by the Romans Acts 21:31-36
Paul seizes the opportunity
Asks permission to address the mob (Acts 21:37-40)
His sermon (a testimonial) (Acts 22:1-21)
The crowd’s reaction (Acts 22:22-23)
Paul “protected” by the Romans
Roman captain ordered examination by “scourging”
Paul brought before the Sanhedrin (Acts 23:1-5)
Uses schism of Pharisees and Sadducees (Acts 23:6-9)
Roman captain rescues (Acts 23:10)
God was behind this (Acts 23:11)
Murder plot (Acts 23:12-15)
Paul’s nephew informs (Acts 23:16-22)
470 Roman soldiers escort to Caesarea (Acts 23:23-33)
Roman Governor Felix hears accusations and defense
Paul teaches the Governor
Acts 24:24-25 – Paul teaches:
The faith in Christ
Righteousness
Self-control
The judgment
Governor Felix was afraid!
A new governor comes to power
Governor Porcius Festus (Acts 24:27)
Approached by Jews in Jerusalem (Acts 25:1-5)
Listens to accusations and Paul’s defense (Acts 25:6-8)
Paul appeals to Caesar
Governor Festus wants to please the Jews (Acts 25:9)
Paul appeals to Caesar (Acts 25:10-11)
Once accepted, must be done (Acts 25:12). See also Acts 26:31-32
Paul teaches a king
King Agrippa wants to hear (Acts 25:13-22)
Governor Festus’ dilemma (Acts 25:24-27)
Paul’s “defense” (Acts 26:1-23)
Festus’ reaction (Acts 26:24)
King Agrippa’s reaction (Acts 26:28)
Paul’s desire (Acts 26:29)
Qualities of effective evangelism
Resolve
Paul was willing to be imprisoned or killed
What are you willing to endure?
Selflessness
Paul didn’t focus on defense of himself, but of the gospel
Paul’s use of opportunity
What opportunities do you have?
Acts 26:18
You have an opportunity
What will you do with Jesus?
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30min
July 20, 2014Money and Contentment in 3 Verses
Proverbs 15:16; 22:1,7; 23:4
Ecclesiastes 5:10 – He who loves money will not be satisfied with money
Ecclesiastes 2:10-11; 4:7; 6:7
78% of pro football players are broke or in deep financial stress within two years of retiring.
Philippians 4:11 – I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am.
I Timothy 6:6-11 – True contentment does not come from money. Instead, pursue righteousness and godliness!
Contentment is an attitude – not an amount of money.
Romans 12:1-2 – We must transform ourselves by learning to be content.
I Timothy 6:17 – Do not fix your hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God.
Matthew 6:19-21 – Store up treasures in heaven, not on earth!
Psalms 62:10
Philippians 4:6-7
Luke 12:13-21 – The rich fool
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30min
July 20, 2014Ecclesiastes, Part 1
Ecclesiastes 1:1-2:16
Life under the sun
Full of weariness (Ecclesiastes 1:7)
No satisfaction with hearing or seeing (Ecclesiastes 1:8)
Nothing new under the sun (Ecclesiastes 1:9)
No remembrance of earlier things or later things (Ecclesiastes 1:11)
Toil and labor for total self-indulgence
Vanity
Striving after the wind
Nothing to be gained
The wise vs. the fool
Wisdom is gain (Ecclesiastes 2:12)
No lasting remembrance of the wise or foolish
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30min

FAQs about ScriptureStream:

How many episodes does ScriptureStream have?

The podcast currently has 3,209 episodes available.