Video Bible Study by David E. Pratte

The Virgin Birth: Myth or Historical Fact? =========================== Does the Bible teach that Jesus Christ was born of a virgin? What evidence is there that Mary conceived Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit with no relationship with a man? What are the consequences of denying the Virgin Birth as liberals and modernists do? This material is also available as an article at https://gospelway.com/god/virgin-birth.php This Bible study is presented by David E. Pratte. Learn more about Jesus' teaching at https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 15,16: You Will Not Allow Your Holy One to See Corruption ================================== Who will be found acceptable to God? What characteristics should we possess to please Him? The psalm says: "My flesh also will rest in hope. For You will not leave my soul in Sheol, nor will You allow Your Holy One to see corruption." About whom is this speaking and what does it mean? What evidence does this provide about Jesus, His resurrection, and the Bible as God's word? Learn more about Jesus' teaching: Study Bible Truth presented by David E. Pratte at https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 12,13,14: The Fool Has Said in His Heart, "There Is No God." ================================ Why do proud people often speak falsehoods yet think they will suffer no consequences? How does the word of God differ from the speech of evil people? What should we learn when we suffer troubles so long that we wonder when it will end? How does God describe people who do not believe in Him? How should godly people deal with all these troubles that surround us? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 10,11: The Lord's Throne Is in Heaven; His Eyes Test the Sons of Men ======================================== Good people often wonder why evil people seem to succeed without punishment. Does God see? Does He care? What does He intend to do? How does the psalmist describe evil people who take unfair advantage of innocent, disadvantaged people? Can we trust God to do right, punish evil people, and care for the righteous? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Where Did Denominations Come From? Why So Many? ==================================== Many denominations exist that differ in origin, authority, doctrine, and organization. Where did they come from and why are they here? How do they compare to the church built by Jesus Christ in the New Testament? What does God's word say about their existence? This material is available as an article at https://gospelway.com/church/church-origin.php Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 9: Those Who Know Your Name Will Put Their Trust in You ==================================== What does it mean to know God and know His name? How does God distinguish His people from their enemies? What will happen to wicked people who set a trap for the innocent? What does it mean to forget God, and what will happen to those who do? What does it mean for people to understand that they are just human? Lesson from David E. Pratte, http://biblestudylessons.com

Psalm 7,8: What Is Man that You Are Mindful of Him? =========================== What position do people hold in the Universe? What is our relationship to the sun, moon, and stars? To the angels? To the animals? To God Himself? Did we evolve from "lower animals"? What position did Jesus take when He came to earth? Will God judge us for our lives? Is God a just judge? Can we trust Him to punish evil and reward righteousness? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 5,6: You Are Not a God Who Takes Pleasure in Wickedness ================================== Why does God object to evil? What does His word say about sins of speech such as boasting, lying, flattery, and deceit? How does God compare such speech to an open tomb? What confidence can people have if they trust in God? What awaits those who oppose righteousness? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 3,4: You, O Lord, Are a Shield for Me ==================== In Psalms 3 and 4 David faced opposition and rebellion from enemies. What lessons can we learn when we face hardship and opposition in our service to God? What about the importance of prayer and trust in God? Should we fear the human powers that oppose the truth? Should we trust our own human strength? What blessings does God promise to provide if we serve Him faithfully despite hardship? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 2: I have Set My King on My Holy Hill ========================== Psalm 2 describes a rebellion against the Lord and His Anointed (Messiah). Acts 4 explains this was fulfilled when Jesus was crucified. Yet instead of defeating God's purpose, this fulfilled God's plan and resulted in Jesus' resurrection to serve as King at God's right hand. He is the victorious ruler and now all people of all nations should acknowledge and serve Him. Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Psalm 1: Blessed Is the Man Who... ========================= What must godly people learn to avoid? What must they learn to appreciate? What danger do we face in our society from false beliefs and influences? What should be the focus of our faith on which we meditate? How does an ungodly person differ from a godly person? What are the results that follow from godliness as compared to ungodliness? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Glorify God in Your Body ================ Society says, "It's my body. I can do with it what I want." To whom does your body really belong? What does it mean for the body to be a temple of the Holy Spirit? In what sense have we been bought with a price? What applications should we make to fornication and other moral and spiritual issues? Are you using your body properly? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

The Cost of Discipleship Then and Now ========================= God's servants in the Scriptures often suffered persecution and opposition. They faced social rejection including hatred, lies, and alienation. They sacrificed possesions and property. They were required to accomplish difficult work and often faced imprisonment and death. Are we willing to count the cost and pay the price? This material is also available as an article at https://gospelway.com/christianlife/discipleship-cost.php Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

The Body Is for the Lord and the Lord for the Body ================================ In teaching important lessons about sexual immorality, Paul teaches important lessons about the proper use of our bodies. How do you determine how you use your body? To whom does your body belong? Do things that are lawful yet dominate your life to the point of hindering your service to God? What lessons should we learn about sexual conduct? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

The Unrighteous Will Not Inherit the Kingdom of God =================================== 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 lists various sins for which those who are guilty will not enter the eternal kingdom. What does the Bible teach about such practices including homosexuality? Are these practices inherited so people have no choice or can they change? Can they be forgiven of such sins? If so, what must they do? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Is There Not a Wise Man Able to Judge Between Brethren? ===================================== What should be done when a brother believes another brother has wronged him? What other passages would apply? Should such matters be taken before civil rulers? What would be the advantage of having other Christians make the judgment? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Put Away from Yourselves the Evil Person ========================== What Scriptures discuss the discipline the church should practice when a member sins? What actions should the church take? What purposes should motivate the discipline? What are some kinds of sin mentioned in the discipline passages? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

A Study of Trust, Evidence, and Forgiveness ============================== How should we decide whether to trust someone? How should we decide whether someone should be given special responsibilities? What does it mean to forgive someone who sins? If someone sins, repents, and is forgiven, must they immediately be restored to positions of trust? If we decide they should step down from special responsibilities to take time to rebuild their reputation and people's trust in them, does that mean we have not forgiven them? This material is also available as an article here: https://gospelway.com/christianlife/trust-evidence.php Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Do Not Keep Company, No Not to Eat ========================= God says there are times when the church must determine not to keep company with members who sin. What does it mean not to keep company with them? What is the definition of the sins Paul lists? Does the church discipline people in the world or just those in the church? Is it right for the church to judge such cases? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Purge Out the Leaven of Malice and Wickedness =============================== Sin in a local church spreads like leaven or yeast in a lump of dough. As a church and as individuals we must avoid sinful influences that can lead us and others to sin. So the church must purge out or remove the malice and wickedness leaving the influence of sincerity and truth. The purpose of discipline in a local church is, not just to motivate the sinful brother to repent, but also to remove the harmful influence and keep the church pure. Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Dealing with Sin in a Congregation ======================= Churches sometimes experience problems with members guilty of sin. Corinth had a case of adultery but they were not dealing with it. Why is action needed? What steps ought to be taken? Why do churches sometimes ignore sin? What is meant by "delivering him to Satan for the destruction of the flesh"? Is it proper to make judgments in such cases? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

A Contract with Satan ============== This is a review of a real contract with Satan. What does such a commitment require? What are the consequences? Could it be people have committed themselves to Satan without signing a formal agreement? Can a person who has been serving the Devil be forgiven and escape his power? This material is available as a free Bible study article here: https://gospelway.com/invitations/satan-contract.php Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

The Same Teaching in Every Church ======================= Paul taught the Corinthians to imitate him as he imitated Christ. What authority exists in the example set by apostles? Should we call church leaders "father"? Paul taught the same things in every church. What applications does this have to us today? Should we overlook the fact different denominations teach different doctrines? Is religious division acceptable? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Abortion, the Bible, and Government ======================== Should abortion be legal to the moment of birth? Does abortion constitute killing an innocent human individual? Is abortion simply a family matter that should not involve government? What about the rights of the parents of a minor girl or the father of the baby? Should separation of church and state eliminate religious views from consideration? This material is also available as a free article here: https://gospelway.com/morality/abortion-laws.php Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture

Learn not to Think Beyond What Is Written ============================ Emphasizing human wisdom, human ability, and human desires leads people away from obeying and glorifying God. The result is pride, strife, and division like the Corinthians experienced. This is true when we exalt preachers, when we follow man-made doctrines, or when we pursue riches, power, and material gain. Did the apostles seek material wealth and earthly honor, or did they sacrifice in order to follow the will of Christ? Are we following their example? Lesson presented by David E. Pratte; https://gospelway.com #Bible #BibleStudy #religion #Jesus #Christ #God #Christianity #truth #gospel #Scripture