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ScriptureStream
Hosted by Mark Watson · EN
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 and additional resources for Bible study.
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Luke 22
2w ago00:39:58Tap to summarizeLuke 22:1-6 - Plotting to kill Jesus They knew they’d do it John 12:10-17 Now they’re seeking how Careful about how Feared the people Saul; Aaron - Proverbs 29:25 “Inside involvement” would help Satan enters Judas We all need help! We need to know Jesus better and close the openings Satan will try to use against us. When the plotting began … The traitor surfaces Deal is struck Judas seeks opportunity Luke 22:7-13 - Passover Passover was an eight-day observance Day one was the day of sacrifice Jesus had Peter and John make the preparation Location almost cryptic Why? Everything happened just as Jesus had told them Luke 22:14-20 - Lord’s Supper instituted Jesus earnestly desires The Passover was centered around the sacrificial lamb. Jesus is now our sacrificial lamb. I Corinthians 5:7; John 1:29 Won’t eat it again until it is fulfilled The first cup This is the drink with the Passover meal (Luke 22:17). The bread My body which is given for you (Luke 22:19) My body which is broken for you (I Corinthians 11:24) This led to some controversy about whether Jesus’ body was broken because His legs were not, as prophesied. The cup of the Lord’s Supper “Poured out for you” “Covenant in my blood” Compare Exodus 24:7-8 Sprinkling vs. pouring of the blood. Luke 22:21-30 - From betrayal to the greatest Jesus speaks of His betrayer With mine on the table “As it has been determined” Woe to that man Judas still did it of his own free choice. The apostles discuss Luke 9:46-48 - They discussed this at least once before. New discussion - dispute Luke 22:30 - They would be ranked with the judges of Israel. Which of them is greatest? Jesus offers alternative view Luke 22:31-34 - Denial Jesus reveals Satan’s request Peter’s declaration Jesus’ prediction Luke 22:35-38 - Things are changing From no provisions to journey provisions Why the change? Why swords? Luke 22:39-46 - Jesus praying Jesus goes to Mount of Olives Habitually prayed there Admonition to disciples Pray not to be led into temptation The prayer
Transcribe →Following in the Footsteps of the Early Christians
2w ago00:43:20Tap to summarizeIntroduction II Corinthians 10:12, 18 Should I be satisfied with the work we are doing now? Philippians 3:17 Close spiritual relationships Acts 1:12-14 Luke 24:49 Acts 2:37, 41-43, 47 - They were united by the gospel. Acts 9:31 Acts 5:41—42 - Their focus was spiritual matters and teaching the gospel. Philippians 4:15-16 What can we do to encourage those who are working for God? What prevents us from growing closer to our brethren? Profound generosity and hospitality Mark 12:41-44 What more can I be doing beyond my contribution to the local church? Acts 2:44; 4:32-37 They had a completely new view of their worldly possessions. Acts 11:27 I John 3:16-18 I Corinthians 13:3 How can we find out about others’ needs? Tested by fire, purified like gold I Peter 1:6-7 James 1:2-4 Acts 4:1-4, 18-21 - The more persecution there was, the faster the gospel spread. Acts 8:1-4 Acts 12:1-5 Let us fill our time with selflessly serving others.
Transcribe →Seeing Ourselves as God Sees Us
2w ago00:32:35Tap to summarizeIntroduction We may think less of ourselves and lower our expectations of ourselves. God think about us differently than we think of ourselves. Psalms 40:5 Jeremiah 29:10-13 God has plans for us also! In God’s eyes we are fearfully and wonderfully made. Life should leave us awestruck! Ecclesiastes 11:5 At 3 weeks The heart begins beating At 6 weeks The heart and its four chambers are fully formed. The first brain waves are detected. At 7 weeks Hands, feet, arms, legs, and all major organs are detectable. At 8 weeks Most major body systems are in place. The brain is highly complex. Right or left hand dominance is detectable. Psalms 139:13-18 Jeremiah 1:5 - God knows us before we are born! We are all special! In God’s eyes we are of great value. We should see our own value based on how God sees us. Luke 12:6-7 John 3:16 - This is our value! We must stop thinking we are of less value than the value that God places on us. In God’s eyes we are new creatures. New creatures through Christ. I Corinthians 5:17-19; John 3:3-6 If you’ve changed from a caterpillar to a butterfly, why would you go back to acting like a caterpillar? No longer the former man I Timothy 1:12-16; Philippians 3:4-12, 20-21 In God’s eyes, we are more than conquerors. Romans 8:35-39 Royalty - I Peter 2:9-10 His workmanship - Ephesians 2:10 Poem: “The Mirror”
Transcribe →Dash Dot: Vacation and Best Friends
2w ago00:27:54Tap to summarizeMatthew 5:18 - The iota is the smallest letter in the Greek or Hebrew alphabets. There are at least 400 different translations of the Bible. There are an estimated 5.8 billion copies of the Bible currently in existence. Are you are peace with where you are right now? Philippians 3:20 I John 2:15, 17 Hebrews 13:14 I Peter 2:2 Colossians 3:2 Romans 12:2 Are you confident you have an eternal home ahead of you? How much time do people spend on social media per day? 1 hour per day = half a month per year 2 hours per day = 1 month per year 3 hours per day = 45 days per year 4 hours per day = 2 months per year If you timed how long you spend in prayer every day, how would that balance out with social media? Luke 9:23 James 4:7 I Thessalonians 5:16-18
Transcribe →Luke 21
3w ago00:37:09Tap to summarizeLuke 20 (continued) Luke 20:45-47 - Beware of the scribes Jesus warned about the scribes because they were influential in society. They knew the Law of Moses, but were leading people astray. They were not properly caring for widows (“devouring” their houses) and actign pious in public just for show. Luke 21 Luke 21:1-4 - The poor widow’s offering Percentage-wise, the widow was putting in significantly more than the wealthy. Luke 21:5-36 - Jesus prophesies about wars and persecution Luke 21:13 - Persecution was coming, but it would be an opportunity for them to bear witness of Jesus. Luke 21:34-36 - Jesus warned them to not get so involved in worldly things that they missed the signs they should be watching for.
Transcribe →Fathers
3w ago00:31:49Tap to summarizeIntroduction Genesis 26:3 Exodus 33:14 Joshua 1:5 - “I will be with you” Luke 13:22-28 Fathers should be there! Fathers matter. Step up and deliver fatherly love! Ephesians 6:4 Philippians 3:17 - Follow good examples. It is our job as fathers to be there and be that example. I Timothy 5:8, 14 - A father must do more than just bring home a paycheck. I Timothy 3:4-5 - If you’re only bringing home a paycheck, how would you be qualified to be an elder? Don’t underestimate the influence your love has on your family. I John 3:16 Matthew 18:21-22, 27, 30-35 - Be gracious with others! Your grace will set the tone in your family. I Thessalonians 2:5-12 - Paul was there to encourage and show tender love, just like a father should. Who attended church regularly? Percentage of kids who became regulars Mothers only 2% Neither 4% Fathers and mothers 33% Fathers only 44% Baptist press survey: “If a child is the first person in a household to become a Christian, there is a 3.5 percent probability everyone else in the household will follow. If the mothers is the first to become a Christian, there is a 17 percent probability everyone else in the household will follow. But if the father is first, there is a 93 percent probability everyone else in the household will follow.” Learn how to say “No.” I Samuel 3:13; 2:33 - Eli talked to his sons, but did not do enough to correct their behavior. Colossians 3:21 Hebrews 12:7-11 As fathers, we must make sure discipline is present in the house. Proverbs 13:24 - Discipline is what you do for children you love. Proverbs 19:18; 23:13; 29:15-17 A child who has always gotten what he wants will have trouble submitting to God.
Transcribe →Lust of the Eyes, Part 4
3w ago00:41:31Tap to summarizePorn is often a response to EMOTIONS. Proverbs 7:25 Porn often becomes a way of medicating emotions rather than dealing with them properly. The Way of Escape - Jacob Hudgins Genesis 4:5 Genesis 25:29-34 - Esau despised his birthright. I Kings 19:3, 10 I need to adjust back to wholesome ENTERTAINMENT. Psalms 16:8-11 Jeremiah 2:13 Porn is like drinking salt water. It may seem like a solution when you are in distress, but it will kill you in the end. Jeremiah 4:13 There will be a period almost like withdrawal when you quit porn. When we quit junk food, we must get used to the flavor of healthy food again. I need to find proper outlets for STRESS. Porn seems to offer freedom, but it enslaves us. Matthew 11:28 Psalms 55:1-2, 16-19, 22-23 “Dealing productively with my emotions” Have I talked to God about this? (I Peter 5:7) Can/should I do anything about it? (Matthew 5:24) Are there some things I must accept? (Luke 16:25) What does God say about my situation? (I Thessalonians 4:3-5) Can others help? (Galatians 6:1-2) MYTH: I need to have sex (I Corinthians 7:8-9) MYTH: Marriage will solve my sexual problems (II Samuel 11:4) David was married at this time to multiple women!
Transcribe →Language
3w ago00:29:11Tap to summarizeIntroduction James 1:26 Matthew 12:30-37 Mark 3:30 - They were claiming He was doing His miracles by the power of Satan. Matthew 12:28-29 Language comes out of the heart. If the heart is bad, the language will be also. Matthew 15:17 There are some words like “hell” that are good, Biblical words, but they should not be used in a flippant way that cheapens the meaning of the word. How much more so for the name of God! Ezra 9:6 - “Oh my God” Ephesians 4:29; 5:3-5 Avoid things that are vulgar, impure, or unkind. Be careful of innuendo. It is possible to say impure things while only using “good” words. Colossians 3:8; 4:5-6 We want to show love to others! James 3:9-10 Consistently use good speech. I Peter 3:10 Don’t speak evil or be deceitful. Euphemisms The main principal is respect for God. Word origins I Corinthians 10:27-28 - Meat offered to idols. Conclusion Language is serious to God! James 1:26
Transcribe →Luke 20
4w ago00:39:34Tap to summarizeLuke 20 Luke 20:1-8 - The Pharisees try to trap Jesus This was a legitimate question, but it was asked with impure motives, which Jesus made clear by His response. Luke 20:9-19 - Parable of the wicked tenants In this parable: Owner = God Vinegrowers = Israel Slaves of the owner = prophets Son of the owner = Jesus Luke 20:20-40 - Jesus questioned about paying taxes and the resurrection Luke 20:37-38 - The Jews held only the Pentateuch to be authoritative, so Jesus gave them a counter-example from Exodus. This also shows just how carefully God expects us to read scripture! Luke 20:41-44 - How was Jesus both David’s son and Lord? Jesus was David’s son by lineage, but Jesus is deity, thus David’s Lord. Luke 20:42 - This is quoting Psalms 110:1.
Transcribe →Happy Thoughts
4w ago00:26:34Tap to summarizeMy mind can rise above my circumstances You see what you’re looking for … so look for good stuff.
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