This week's lesson is on the biggest word in the English language. It is preached by me.

Introduction Some people who identify themselves as Christians talk about having a personal relationship with God. Some to the point of them referring to Him as “My God”. This is fine until someone gets too personal and changes things in scripture to suit themselves. In Genesis 1:26-27 it reads, Then God said, "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth." So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. God created us but the way some people talk, they act as if they are the ones who created God. Social Drinking “My God won’t mind if I have a glass of wine with dinner.” These people understand the scriptures that say drunkenness is a sin (Rom. 13:13; Gal. 5:21). Therefore, a drink here and there is fine. The author of ...

This is the final lesson in David Baker's sermon series on Suffering.

Introduction There are times when we believe in something because it’s been instilled in us since we are children. For example, we are told about the Easter Bunny, Santa Claus, and The Tooth Fairy. We believe in them because our parents tell us it’s fine. And although it’s adorable when we are kids, as we get older, it changes us. Sometimes kids are too smart and eventually figure it out, other times when they are finally told it could devastate them. Some children can’t handle the truth and want to reject it, or blame their parents for years of lying. However, when it comes to spiritual matters, when the truth is shown them, they’d rather believe what they were taught then to change. And that lack of change might cost them their soul. Guess I’m going to Hell We talked last week about my discussion on social media in regards to musical instruments being using in the assembly. I only hope the people involved took the time to read both articles. One of the f...

Acts of Worship, Pt. 6 Introduction In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus said, "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. "Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." This plea is given by God to all individuals of the world; regardless of ethnicity, social status, or tax bracket. It is the call to sinners to repentance (Mk. 2:17) and an opportunity to become a Christian. The Sermon’s Conclusion As the sermon draws to a close, the preacher will extend what is called The Invitation; a chance for those who haven’t obeyed the gospel to come forward and respond, while those who are Christians are given a chance to repent of their sins; especially if it’s public knowledge. The plan of salvation is given for those who haven’t obeyed and are told what they must do to become a Christian. I’m sure you’v...

A Father’s Day Memorial Me and Dad from 2017 Introduction On February 9, 2019 my father passed away at age 83; Mom died in January, 2015. I made the trip home to Ohio both times to attend funerals. For my father’s funeral, though, I took the opportunity to preach a short sermon in the hopes that everyone present might appreciate the gravity of the situation. I’ve tried a few times to get my parents to listen to me preach; even sent home tracts and articles, but to no avail. I used my father’s funeral as an appeal to those present to do what I was unable to do for my parents. Below is the sermon that I preached that morning. Funeral Sermon for Richard D. Mentzer I want to share with you some things I’ve studied in the bible over the last ten years or so; on the subject of death, and perhaps get you to understand the importance of why we are here today. In Eccl. 7:1-4, King Solomon had this to say… A good name is better than precious ointment, A...

This week's lesson is the second in the series on Suffering. The preacher is David Baker.