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Hebrews Hebrews
1Thess 1Thessalonians
2Thess 2Thessalonians
Disciples Disciples of Christ
Dedicated Dead or Dedicated?
Covenant A New Covenant
Challenge Challenge and Change
Involvement Involvement with God

Ninth topical series list for simplybible.com

 

UP Letter to the Hebrews

A comprehensive series of studies in Hebrews, with special attention to the priesthood of Christ.

Topical Outline of Hebrews —This outline collects together portions of the book of Hebrews under ten topics, and is linked to the study pages as an index.

Expository Outline of Hebrews —This outline of the epistle to the Hebrews follows the Hebrew writer's thoughts in the exact order that he presents them.

Old and New Priesthood Chart —Sets out four elements of concern to the Hebrew writer: the law, the priesthood, the throne, and the oath.

Key Verses in Hebrews —to introduce and commend the letter, and its main idea: the authority exercised by Jesus as our great High Priest.

Complete list of lessons —Many more lessons in Hebrews, listed separately.

 

UP 1st Thessalonians

This is a verse by verse study of Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians. The letter is divided into five topical sections.

Christ in Us (1:1-10) —We begin our study with the salutation or greeting, then a section concerning Christ in us.

Paul's Work (2:1 to 3:11) —Paul reviews his work among the Thessalonians. We can find in Paul's comments, at least twelve important aspects of his ministry.

Holiness in Life (3:12 to 4:12) —Paul emphasises holiness or sanctification. He teaches four important points about holiness.

The Second Coming (4:13 to 5:11) —Paul teaches about the second coming of Christ. Christians believe not only that Christ died for our sins, rose from the dead, and ascended into glory, but also that he his coming again in the future to judge the world.

Relating to Each Other (5:12-15) —Paul provides teaching on the way in which members of the local congregation should relate to each other.

 

UP 2nd Thessalonians

This is a verse by verse study of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians. The letter is divided into five topical sections.

Seven Goals in Grace (2Th 1:1-5,11-12) —An inspirational lesson in 2nd Thessalonians chapter 1, joining the first five verses with the last last two.

Seven Fears in Wrath (2Th 1:6-10) —Now we look at the flip side. Paul is very aware that, as well as the grace and mercy of God, there is the wrath and retribution of God.

The Antichrist (2Th 2:1-12) —These verses describe the Antichrist. We note several characteristics.

Called and Chosen (2Th 2:12-3:5) —Paul mentions seven very special blessings which make those who have come to God very special people.

Christian Intolerance (2Th 3:6-18) —This passage reminds us that Christianity is a religion with rules and discipline. It has a stern and intolerant side to it.

 

UP Disciples of Christ

These lessons complement the Faith-Hope-Love series. They are especially suitable for new disciples. The lessons are each complete units and may be used separately as sermons.

The Unknown Disciples (Rom 16) —A study of Romans 16 which names about 30 persons of whom we know nothing except what we find in this chapter.

Disciples of Christ —Looks at some of the characteristics of those who are truly disciples of Jesus. Also emphasises the point that one member of the church is not a disciple of another member of the church, rather all members are fellow disciples of Christ.

A Disciple’s Discipline —We consider what set of rules and controls, or what discipline a disciple of Jesus Christ should follow and submit to.

A Disciple’s Code of Conduct —A clear code of conduct that ensures a healthy happy church life for disciples of Christ who band together in any locality.

Friends of the World —We look at both the pros and cons of having friends who are not disciples of Christ.

Three Kinds of Friendship —Friendship should extend into three realms, firstly, that of our brother man, secondly that of self, and thirdly that of God.

His Burden is Light —Keeping God's commandments is a burden to some people, but it should not be. That's what this lesson is about.

Believing in Jesus —the most important thing any of us will ever do. If we reject or even neglect Jesus and his message, we have done the worst thing possible.

Confessing Jesus —Jesus Christ doesn't have any secret admirers, for people who pretend not to believe in him are one with those who deny him.

 

UP Dead or Dedicated?

A series of short studies that address our dedication and attitudes toward some of the key elements of our lives —our aims, interests, habits, and such like.

The Seed You Sow —Growth begins with the sowing of seed. That is true in the garden. It is also true in the spiritual kingdom of heaven.

The Aims You Set —This is about the point and purpose of our lives, and about our goals, and sacrifices.

The Interests You Pursue —This is about how we spend our time. There are three headings: time wise, time waste, and time warp.

The Habits You Nurture —Principles involved in forming the habits necessary for living in love and simplicity.

The Taboos You Observe —Finally we think about about the religious rules and taboos that people impose on themselves and others.

 

UP A New Covenant

A study about the change of covenants from the old Mosaic law to the gospel of Christ. We ask and answer some pertinent questions about this change.

Who was the New Covenant For? —To whom did Jesus mediate the new covenant? This lesson shows it was the whole world.

How was the New Covenant Instituted? —It was instituted by God unilaterally. God did not negotiate it with man, he mediated it to man. Its outcome for each person (grace or wrath) is dependent on whether the person keeps it or disobeys it.

Why was the New Covenant Needed? —There had to be a better covenant for several reasons. We list the main ones.

Why is the New Covenant Better? —It was Based on Better Promises. It was Ratified by Better Blood. It Came through a Better Mediator.

 

UP Challenge And Change

A collection of miscellaneous lessons on a variety of topics. These lessons do have something in common however. They challenge you to make some important improvement or change in the way you walk with God and worship him.

At the Crossroads —There are times in everyone's lives when they are likely to meet Jesus at the crossroads, times when some great change or challenge occurs.

Umbrella Religion —Umbrellas have obvious shortcomings. There are similar shortcomings in many people's religion.

A Sense of Occasion —A study based on Nehemiah 8 regarding a sense of occasion in worship, including desire, decorum and doctrine.

Notions —Examines different notions of discipleship and different expressions and styles of religious faith and worship.

A Pleasing Sacrifice —Christians are to offer pleasing sacrifices to God but not for sin. These include the sacrifice of praise (Heb 13:15-16).

It's Not Your Big Toe —Short article and a sermon outline about the tongue and unwholesome speech.

Right and Wrong Judgment —A simplified version of an old sermon outline of mine concerning right and wrong judgment.

Ready to Answer —Lesson from 1Peter 3:15 about always being ready to give an answer for Jesus Christ.

Putting First Things First —Jesus was concerned about the way people focus on material possessions as being of first importance (Mtt 6:25-34). He tells us three very simple, very elementary things.

Christian Unity —Christ's Prayer, Paul's Plea, God's Plan for the Unity of Believers

Christian Fellowship —A lesson discussing the basis and breadth of Christian fellowship, and the barriers to it.

A-Grade Living —If you wanted a mechanic to fix your car, what kind of mechanic would you rather have, a qualified A-grade mechanic or a B-grade back yard operator? Well who do you want to fix your life?

Be a Do Moster —An encouragement to give the most that you can to God rather than the least required.

Burning —Three ways in which Christians burn within: conviction, outrage, and temptation.

Thomas the Enigma —Thomas the apostle is an enigma. He appears briefly in the book of John, especially chapter 20.

Strong and Courageous —A lesson from Joshua 1:5-7 and the three threads we find there.

The Men Among You —A challenging message to the church and its men, especially the younger men and their essential role.

Anxiety, Apathy, Activity —We all make new year resolutions. Why not try revolutions instead? Here are three things (anxiety, apathy, activity) that you can revolutionize, and by doing so get a life.

 

UP Involvement With God

A collection of lessons that address our Christian commitment and our deep involvement with God.

Have You Counted the Cost? —The most important things cannot be evaluated on a calculator. But you can count the cost in your heart.

Applying Oneself —Applying our minds to God’s word, applying the word to our lives, applying our lives to God’s glory.

First He Built An Altar —What happened when Noah and his family came out of the ark? We can learn a lot from Noah.

God in Us and We in God (Chart) —God in us and we in God - a chart lesson showing the Christian's relationship with God.

Our Covenant With God —Jesus is the mediator, to all mankind, of a new covenant, namely his gospel. If we want an involvement with God that accords with God's grace and will, then we must comply with that covenant.

The Gift of the Holy Spirit —The gift of the Holy Spirit is promised to all the forgiven. Peter was quite clear about who receives the forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Spirit (Acts 2:38-39).

In, With, Under —A Bible lesson built upon three powerful prepositional phrases: in Christ, with Christ, and under Christ.

Symbols of Christ's Death —Sermons don't come much simpler than this one. Nor on the other hand do they come much more important.

The Work of God (Acts 2) —How Acts chapter two presents six facets of the work of God in saving man, including the work of Jesus Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the work of man himself under God's plan.

As the Earth Turns —The earth turns day by day, and we upon it. As the earth turns, you are not aware of its motion, and I suppose you do not need to be. There are three things you should be aware of, however, that are true as the earth turns.