LHIM Weekly Bible Teaching

Fan into Flames the Gift of God

Fan into Flames the Gift of God

God invites us to join him in the work he is doing in the world. He equips us for good works by bestowing God-given talents, resources, and a heart to serve. Paul encouraged Timothy to “fan into flame the gift of God” (2 Timothy 1:6 ESV). What gifts has God entrusted you with? How can you ...
Confident Expectations

Confident Expectations

We want to join God in what He is doing in the world and not expect Him to join us in our plans. To participate in His work we must have an awareness of Him and expectations based upon His Words. God is at work in the world. Awareness of God’s presence Expectation based upon His ...
Lydia of Thyatira

Lydia of Thyatira

Acts 16:1   Paul embarked on his second missionary journey from Antioch in Syria to Derbe and Lystra, travelling over land. Acts 16:6-8   As they travelled, God kept dissuading them from going to Asia Minor or Bithynia—places that were obvious choices for missionary work. Instead, they ...
Filled With the Spirit

Filled With the Spirit

People are “filled” with holy spirit when they believe in Jesus Christ and confess him as their Lord. But, a believer doesn’t receive only a portion or part of the spirit or even just most of the spirit—they are filled with the spirit to the fullest measure. There is no lack or deficiency. ...
Salt and Light

Salt and Light

Acts 1:1-11   Jesus stated the mission and purpose of the church. Matthew 5-7   Jesus elaborated on how we become his witnesses. Matthew 5:13-16   The beatitudes prepare disciples to be salt and light. These beatitudes are intended to yield at least three significant outcomes: 1) ...
My Hero

My Hero

Looking at various incidents in the life of Christ, we can appreciate how courageously and admirably he lived. Comparing him to heroes of old or those we laud in our own time, we see that Jesus comes out as the most impressive person to ever live. Thankfully, Jesus’ righteous life and ...
Triumphal Entry

Triumphal Entry

Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly, eliciting widespread joy and praise from the people. However, within a short span of time, those very praises gave way to vehement cries of "Crucify Him, Crucify Him." What precipitated such a profound and abrupt shift in sentiment? John 1:29 and 36 ...
Parables of Generosity

Parables of Generosity

In Luke 16, Jesus told two parables about generosity. In the first, a dishonest manager ingratiates himself to his boss’ debtors to gain favors after he’s fired. Surprisingly, Jesus says such shrewdness is an example to his disciples. The second parable has a rich man and a poor man whose ...
A Long Obedience in the Same Direction

A Long Obedience in the Same Direction

A life of discipleship can be described as "a long obedience in the same direction." While in our Christian walk, we might take wrong turns and have to course correct and get back on track moving forward toward the Lord, our desire should be to develop a pattern in our lives every day of ...
Zerubbabel’s Perseverance

Zerubbabel’s Perseverance

Zerubbabel was an important leader among the initial migration of Jews from Babylon. Arriving in Jerusalem they built an altar and began work on the temple. Though the government forced them to stop, Zerubbabel eventually led the effort to reinitiate the building project. Likewise, Clarence ...
Priscilla and Aquila

Priscilla and Aquila

Acts 18:24-28 Priscilla and Aquila took the time to share with Apollos what they have learned about the “way of God.” They were willing to give of themselves in order to shape the life of another. Acts 18:1-4 After leaving Rome (Italy), Aquila and Priscilla met Paul in Corinth, Greece. ...
Elisha

Elisha

Elisha was a prophet who repeatedly made bold moves in his walk with God. His example serves as a corrective to a milquetoast Christianity that hesitates and hopes without ever stepping out boldly in faith. Is it time for you to make a bold move? 1 Kings 19:19-21 Elijah invited Elisha to ...