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 04, 2010History and Geography of the Bible, Part 16
Jerusalem is rebuilt.
World affairs during the Biblical silence
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August 01, 2010Music in Praise to God
Vocal? Mechanical? Or both?
New Testament passages on the subject
Acts 16:25 - Paul and Silas singing in prison.
Romans 15:9-10 as an example of instructing people to sing.
I Corinthians 14:15
Ephesians 5:19 - This is usually the scripture people use to try to teach that mechanical music is permitted by God.
Colossians 3:16
Hebrews 2:12
James 5:13 - “let him sing psalms”
Objections and quibbles considered
Old covenant people worshipped God with the instrument.
II Chronicles 29:25 - This was acceptable to God at the time.
God did not repeat His commands for mechanical music in the new covenant.
There will be music in heaven.
There will be no physical objects in heaven, thus no mechanical instruments of music.
The New Testament does not mention song books.
I Corinthians 14:33 - Song books don’t add another act to worship. They just allow us to worship decently and in order.
The Bible does not say not to.
You have instruments in your homes.
Origin of instruments in worhip
Originally, it was commanded by God. II Chronicles 29:25
The Jews rejected christ and kept using instruments of music.
The Catholic church borrowed instrumental music from the Jews about 670 A.D., even though is caused a split in the church.
So, why no instrument?
God has not told us He desires such in the New Covenant.
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August 01, 2010 I Thessalonians 3:1 - 4:9
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July 28, 2010History and Geography of the Bible, Part 15
Judah’s last days: II Kings 18-25
The captivity
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July 25, 2010Faith and Works
Different beliefs regarding the relationship of faith and works:
Faith without works saves
Methodist Discipline Article #9
Works without faith save
This belief is held by:
Those who teach that a child is born in sin.
Those who teach purgatory.
Those who teach baptism for the dead.
Those who teach salvation is by works of merit.
Faith and works save
Is this correct?
Many would answer “yes”.
But to be exact, the answer is “no”.
One is not saved by faith and works as two distinct things, but by a faith that works obedience to God’s word.
Faith that works obedience saves
This is true in initial salvation.
This is true in continued salvation.
This is true in restored salvation.
Ephesians 2:8-10
Salvation is by faith and is the gift of God.
It is not of works that allow one to boast.
It is of faith that works that which God has ordained.
Paul and James on Abraham
Romans 4:4-6 considered
Paul uses “works” in the sense of perfect meritorious lawkeeping - earning one’s salvation.
James uses “works” in the sense of obedience.
But they are talking about the same kind of faith.
Paul shows Abraham was justified by trusting God to PROVIDE.
James shows Abraham was justified by trying God to DIRECT.
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July 25, 2010The Beauty of Serving the Lord
Forgiveness
Romans 3:20-26 - All need forgiveness.
Acts 15:1 - No one obeys perfectly.
I Corinthians 6:9-11 - They were washed, sanctified, and justified.
Brethren
I Kings 19:10 - Elijah was not as alone in his service to God as he thought.
Philemon 1:4-7
Philippians 1:3-7 - Paul’s thankfulness for his brethren
I Corinthians 1:4
Truth
John 1:14 - Jesus is truth.
John 17:17 - God’s word is truth.
Joshua 23:14 - None of what God has spoken has failed.
Heaven
Hebrews 4:9-10
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July 25, 2010I Thessalonians 2
Faith is the foundation of a working church.
Love is the motivation of a working church.
Every chapter in I Thessalonians ends with a mention of the coming of the Lord.
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July 21, 2010History and Geography of the Bible, Part 14
The Divided Kingdom: I Kings 12
The Fall of Israel: I Kings 12
Judah’s last days: II Kings 18-25
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July 18, 2010Spiritual Growth
II Peter 1:5-11
Elements necessary for spiritual growth
Desire to grow (I Peter 2:2
Choose to obey God’s command (II Peter 3:18
Be willing to work at it, with God’s help ( Philippians 4:13
Set goals to add to your faith (II Peter 1:5-8
Develop habits to reach goals (Philippians 4:6-7
Remain steadfast with a positive attitude (I Corinthians 15:58
Follow the examples of Christ and the apostles (I Peter 2:21
Hindrance to spiritual growth
Lack of effort (Hebrews 5:12-18
Discouragement (II Corinthians 11:24-29
Lack of use (Hebrews 2:1
Interference (Mark 4:18-19
Steps to ensure spiritual growth
Become active in the work of the congregation (Psalms 84:10
Start a program of regular private devotions
Participate in informal Bible study groups
Become involved in leading people to Christ (John 1:40-46
Practice constant self-examination
Where do you stand in your spiritual growth?
Remember, we will have to give account.
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July 18, 2010Prayer, Part 4
Philippians 4:6
Petitions
Forforgiveness of sins
For brethren (Acts 12:5
For preachers of the word to stand
For the word to have free course (II Thessalonians 3:1
For enemies and those who persecute you
For sinners to be saved
For rulers
For wisdom
For physical things
Some teach that God doesn’t answer prayers for physical things, but this is not scriptural.
Romans 15:25-32 - Paul asked others to pray for his physical wellbeing.
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The podcast currently has 3,250 episodes available.