Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord has made ruler over his house?  There is no greater incentive to faithful living then the realization that our Lord Jesus Christ may come back at any time.  When that realization is lost, very much else may be lost also.

Jesus Christ, our Lord, is the Friend who comes in when all the world has come out. As believers in Jesus Christ all of our temporary sorrows will be swallowed up in unbelievable eternal joy. Other passages mentioned include: Hebrews 4:15; 2 Corinthians 4:17-18; and 2 Timothy 2:13

If you lose your compassion for other people and if you lose humility of heart, there is danger that you will lose your confidence in the Word of God. If we are people who care about other people and if we are men and women who have a humble heart, then we can also be men and women who have great confidence in God's grace. If you would like to bring up the ragtag rear of the Christian army, then build your life on the shifting sands of your opinions and desires.  But, if you want to stand tall in the army of faith, build your life on the solid rock of the absolute authority and power of the Word of God.  Other passages mentioned include: Galatians 5:6; 1 Peter 5:5-7 and James 4:6.

The words that come out of our mouth are the fruit of our inner life.  The way we act in response to the Word of God decides the way we end.  In eternity there are no monuments to people who live life their own way.  The monuments of eternity belong to those whose good character is revealed in their words and whose commitment to Jesus Christ is revealed in their deeds of obedience.

Three pieces of advice for Christian advisors: First, you get back what you give. Second, you cannot lead the way if you do not see the road. Third, if you need major surgery, operate on yourself first.

What is the antidote for the sickness of hostility and resentment towards others in the human heart? The very best antidote to that kind of sickness is a medicine whose ingredients include loving, doing good, blessing and praying. What does it mean to turn the other cheek? Other passage discussed includes: John 18:19-23.

What is real success all about? What is your lifestyle really worth?  If you are a born again person who has received from Jesus Christ the free gift of everlasting life, and if in addition to that, you are a disciple of His by following Him, then every negative experience is a doorway to spiritual and eternal success. One of the best things that can ever happen to you as a Christian is to have somebody reject you for your Christian faith and for your commitment to Jesus Christ.

What is the future of mankind in eternity?  This Lord's Supper discussion looks at mankind from creation to eternity.

Handout available here.

Passages discussed include: Genesis 1:1-2, 3:1; Job 1:6, 2:1, 38:1,4-7; Isaiah 40:22; Ezekiel 28:13-15; 2 Peter 3:10; Revelation 21:1-4, 21:24-22:2.

What are the conditions for a Christian to have the privilege of co-reigning with Christ in the Millennial Kingdom?

Passages discussed include 2 Timothy 2:12; Revelation 2:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11; Ephesians 5:5; Galatians 5:19-21; Hebrews 1:8-9; and Psalms 2:8.

Handout available here.

It is not easy to live by faith, but we can trust our companion, Jesus. Three men who practiced the art of living by faith: Abel - worshiped God by faith. Enoch - walked with God by faith. Noah - worked for God by faith.