The Good Life Biblical lessons to fight unhappiness. 020_the good life

Romans 6 An introductory lesson to life after salvation. 021_Romans 6

Stereotypes This study challenges our thoughts on stereotypes.   Elevator Speech God makes it clear that we are all equal in his eyes. There is no conclusive justification for stereotyping or racism in the Bible.  The racial interaction discouraged by the Bible is on the basis of worship of false gods. It is misguided to judge a person's worth by a stereotype since there are

God in Government This study examines God's role in government.   Elevator Speech God had no intention for government to exist.  He instead wanted direct communion with creation. Government is a result of human sin which warrants laws and a judicial system that evaluates actions against the laws. God shows no preference for a particular structure of government, and his will can be done within

Homosexuality This study explores arguments for and against the acceptance of Homosexuality.   Elevator speech There is no conclusive evidence that sexual orientation is determine at or before birth. Natural arguments are not sufficient since many "natural" behaviors are not acceptable in humans. The most direct reading of old and new testament teachings are that same-sex sexual relations are sinful. Though we believe homosexuality is

Gambling This study questions the practice of Gambling by believers.   Elevator Speech/ Acceptance Test The action can not contradict the conviction of the Holy Spirit (John 16:8) If the action does not cause others to sin (1 Corinthians 10:32) It cannot prevent tithing and meeting other financial obligations (1 Corinthians 16:2, Heb 13:16) If you are not looking to gain anything of value (covetousness

Is the Bible Reliable? Incomplete notes from a study on the reliability of the Bible. Is the Bible historically accurate

Existence of God This study covers arguments for the existence of God.   Elevator Speech No irrefutable proof exists. Belief in God requires faith, but not a blind faith. There are credible philosophical (i.e. non Biblical) defenses of God’s existence. Our strongest argument is the personal relationship we have with Christ. His love is perfection and we are unworthy of His grace. Absolute peace and

Mormons and Joseph Smith This study investigates the beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons).   Elevator Speech Salvation comes from faith in Christ (of the Bible) alone not works. True faith is accompanied by works. The Bible is the inspired, inerrant word of God and is sufficient (alone) as a guide for righteous living. The Bible does not give