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About Baby Food - Your baby's diet and nutrition is most important and this review will help you to understand more about having a healthy baby.
Feeding Your Baby - Many moms have problems with baby feeding, even when they are breastfeeding. Usually, this is something that is easily overcome but that does not stop a new mom from panicking.
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Communicate with Your Child Through Baby Sign Language - You heard right. Many babies can learn communication skills through the use of sign language. And, it cuts down on tantrums too!

1st Birthday Party Ideas and Themes - Your baby is now one year old. What an event! Here are some wonderful 1st birthday party ideas along with tips on how to choose a theme for this special day.

Resources:

Wikipedia - This site describes a Christian as "a person who adheres to Christianity, a monotheistic religion centered on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as presented in the New Testament[1] and interpreted by Christians to have been prophesied in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament"

The Bible Online - Information site for looking up Bible verses.

Christian Music - Find Christian music here.

Christian Stories - Find inspirational stories and poems for Christians.

Bible Study: Old Testament

Genesis
Genesis 1:1-2:3 - The Story of Creation
Genesis 2:15 - 3:24 - Adam and Eve
Genesis 4:1-16 - Cain and Abel
Genesis 5:1-32 - The Descendants of Adam Including Noah
Genesis 6:9-22 - Is Noah Crazy!!
Genesis 7:1-5 - God's Covenant with Noah
Genesis 7:6-24 - Noah and the Flood
Genesis 9:1-17 - The Rainbow Connection
Genesis 9:18-29 - Sons of Noah - Sons of Noah. The story after the great flood. Their names were Shem, Ham and Japheth
Genesis 11:1-9 - The Tower of Babel
Genesis 12:1-9 - Abram
Genesis 12:10-20 - Abram Goes to Egypt
Genesis 13:1-18 - Abram and Lot, Resolving Family Conflict
Genesis 14:1-24 - Abram Rescues Lot
Genesis 15:1-21 - God Promises Abram a Son
Genesis 17:1-8 - How Abram became Abraham
Genesis 18:1-15 - Three Visitors Come to Abraham
Genesis 19:15-29 - Lot's Wife Becomes a Pillar of Salt
Genesis 21:8-21 - Sarah is Jealous
Genesis 22:1-19 - The Faith of Abraham
Genesis 24:1-27- Abraham's Servant Finds Rebekah
Genesis 24:28-67 - The Marriage of Isaac and Rebekah
Genesis 25:19-34 - Jacob and Esau
Genesis 27:1-40 - Jacob Steals His Brother's Blessing
Genesis 28:10-22 - Jacob Makes His Covenant with God
Genesis 29:14-30 - Jacob Marries Rachel and Leah
Genesis 32:1-21 - Jacob and Esau Plan to Meet Again
Genesis 32:22-32 - Jacob Wrestles with God
Genesis 33:1-16 - Jacob and Esau Meet
Genesis 37:1-36 - Joseph has a dream
Genesis 37:12-36 - The Brothers Sell Joseph
Genesis 39:1-23 - Joseph is Tempted with Adultery
Genesis 40:1-23 - The Cupbearer and the Baker
Genesis 41:1-36 - Joseph Reveals the Dream of Pharaoh
Genesis 41:37-57 - Joseph in Charge of Egypt
Genesis 42:1-38 - The Brothers meet Joseph in Egypt
Genesis 43:1-34 - The Second Journey to Egypt
Genesis 44:1-34 - Benjamin is set up with a Silver Cup
Genesis 45:1-28 - Joseph Reveals Himself to His Family
Genesis 49:1-33 - Jacob Blesses His Family
ExodusExodus 1:8-2:10 - Moses is Born

The Ten Commandments

Exodus 20:1-17 - The Ten Commandments

Exodus 20:3 - The Ten Commandments - Number One and Two

Exodus 20:7 - The Ten Commandments - Number Three

Exodus 20:8-11 - The Ten Commandments - Number Four

Exodus 20:12 - The Ten Commandments - Number Five

Exodus 20:13 - The Ten Commandments - Number Six

Exodus 20:14 - The Ten Commandments - Number Seven

Exodus 20:15 - The Ten Commandments - Number Eight

Exodus 20:16 - The Ten Commandments - Number Nine

Exodus 20:17 - The Ten Commandments - Number Ten
Isaiah

Isaiah 52:13-15 - Suffering of the Servant

Isaiah 53:1-3 - Suffering of the Servant (Contd)

Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 - A Meaningless Life

Ecclesiastes 1:12-18 - Meaningless Wisdom

Ecclesiastes 2:1 - Meaningless Pleasure

Ecclesiastes 2:2-6 - What Does Meaningless Pleasure Accomplish?

Ecclesiastes 2:7-11 - Chasing After the Wind

Ecclesiastes 2:12-16 - Meaningless Wisdom and Folly

Ecclesiastes 2:18-23 - Meaningless Work

Ecclesiastes 2:24-26 - Work without Meaning

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 - A Time for Everything

Ecclesiastes 3:9-13 - Personal Satisfaction from Work

Ecclesiastes 3:14 - Purpose Driven Life

Ecclesiastes 3:15-16 - Is it Gloom and Doom?

Ecclesiastes 3:17-22 - Man Has No Advantage over the Animals

Ecclesiastes 4:1-6 - Oppression

Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 - You are not Alone

Ecclesiastes 4:13-16 - Lifetime Goals

Ecclesiastes 5:1-3 - How to Pray

Ecclesiastes 5:4-7 - Making Vows to God

Ecclesiastes 5:8-11 - The Love of Riches

Ecclesiastes 5:12-20 - Satisfaction at Work

Ecclesiastes 6 - Satisfaction with Wealth

Ecclesiastes 6:1-6 - Joy in Life

Ecclesiastes 6:7-10 - Wishful Thinking

Ecclesiastes 6:11-12 - Predicting the Future

Ecclesiastes 7:1-6 - Still Time for Change

Ecclesiastes 7:7 - Money Talks and Bribes do Too!

Ecclesiastes 7:8 - Money and Bribes

Ecclesiastes 7:9-14 - Best of Times - Worst of Times

Ecclesiastes 7:15-18 - Can You be Too Good ?

Ecclesiastes 7:26-28 - Are There any Wise Women?

Ecclesiastes 8:1 - How to Become Wise

Ecclesiastes 8:2-10 - Where Evil Lies

Ecclesiastes 8:11 - Solomon on Crime and Punishment

Ecclesiastes 8:12-14 - Bad Things Happen to Good People

Ecclesiastes 8:15 - How to Enjoy Life

Ecclesiastes 8:16-17 - Can We Comprehend God?

Ecclesiastes 9:1-2 - A Common Destiny

Ecclesiastes 9:10-11 - The Race is NOT to the Swift

Ecclesiastes 9:13-18 - Success, Wealth and Wisdom

Ecclesiastes 10:1-4 - Employer / Employee Relationships

Ecclesiastes 10:5-7 - Spiritual Gifts - A Little can go a Long Way

Ecclesiastes 10:8-10 - Sharpen Your Skills for Success

Ecclesiastes 10:11-18 - Lack of Leadership Consequences

Ecclesiastes 10:19 - Money is Not the Answer

Ecclesiastes 11:1-5 - Risk and Opportunities

Ecclesiastes 11:7-8 - Decisions and Impact

Ecclesiastes 12:1 - Can the Excitement of Youth Prevent You from Having a Meaningful Life?

Ecclesiastes 12:2-8 - The Fragility of Life

Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 - Conclusion of Solomon

Hebrews
Psalm
Ephesians

Bible Study: New Testament

Christmas Story

Looking For Jesus - Who is Jesus? Where do we find him? Read this special commentary by Dr.G. Byrns Coleman and find a special insight to the Christmas story. Read it now ...

Luke 1: 11-13 - An Angel promises the birth of John the Baptist to Zechariah

Luke 1: 16-17 - Foretelling the mission of John the Baptist

Luke 1:31-37 - An Angel Promises the Birth of Jesus to Mary

Luke 1:57-64 - John The Baptist is Born

John 1: 6-9 - About John The Baptist

Luke 1:41-45 - Mary Visits Elizabeth

Luke 2:1-20 - The Birth of Jesus

Luke 2:8-14 - The Angel comes to the Shepherds

Luke 2:15-19 - The Shepherds Visit Baby Jesus

Matthew 2:1-16 - King Herod and the Magi (The wise men)

Matthew 2:19-23 - Jesus the Nazarene

Easter Story
Read the Easter Timeline
The Ten Commandments
The Beatitudes (Sermon on the Mount)
Christian Articles:

Many Laws are Meant to be Broken - Not the 10 Commandments - The 10 Commandments are alive and well in this article

Do You Know Enough about Christian Youth Groups? - Our young people are the future and Christian youth groups can help them begin adulthood the right way.

Born Again American - An Inspirational Song For Workers And Citizens - This country is suffering in economic values and patriotism seems dead but this song will inspire you to believe otherwise.. Read more ..

A Christmas Story: A Simple White Envelope - A delightful Christian tree story.

The Ant and the Contact Lens - Written by an unknown author but this is something you just have to read!!

Bible Studies for Children - Just as we do, children also need to study the Bible. The Scripture can be difficult to understand so maybe Bible study for kids will help.

Easter Gifts And The Bunny Are Here - Remember when you dyed eggs, got your basket and anticipated Easter for a different reason? Easter gifts are just as popular ... Read more ...

Where To Find And How To Use Free Bible Study Guides - Bumps in life occur and when they do, it's nice to have resources to use. Free Bible study guides will help you through those rough spots and ... Read more ...

Hymn Music Is For Everyone - Not Just Christians - Ever wonder why you like listening to hymn music and why it moves you so? Well, this article tells more about gospel music from around the corner and around the world so ... Read more ...
Explaining Christian Musicals - The art of Christian musicals has been debated for a very long time and these presentations about Christ and The Bible will most likely go on a while longer. Here is one opinion about the Christian musical. ... Read more ...
Christian Fellowship - Christian fellowship is not just about a gathering. It can be used as such but the getting together with friends and other church members can be a prelude to a mission trip or a Bible study lesson schedule. Don't discount the fellowship of Christians in your daily life.. ... Read more ...
Read about the Favorite Gospel Hymn Oh Happy Day - The old time gospel hymn, Oh Happy Day is a favorite tune immortalized by the Edwin Hawkins Singers and is still a favorite in many churches today. In fact, the song crosses over into the secular market as well.

The History of Palestine and Israel

More Family and Christian Articles

Christmas Articles:
Air Blown Christmas Decoration Ideas -You've seen 'em. Those air blown Christmas decoration pieces covering trees everywhere during the holiday season. How do you feel about them? They can be meaningful to Christians... Read more ...Want Holiday Cheer? Put On The Christmas Music - There are many great things about the holidays, and for me, one of the best is the Christmas music that my mom would get out, dust off, and play during the weeks leading up to the 25th of December. If she wasn’t playing music, she was singing on her own. This always made the holidays a bit more exciting, and is probably why I love to do the same things each year for my little girl. Music has the powerto bring back memories and feelings from long ago, and .. Read more ...

The Convenience of Owning an Artificial Christmas Tree - Here you will learn some of the pros and cons of buying an artificial Christmas tree this Holiday season.

Concerning Artificial Christmas Wreaths - Christmas wreaths are very traditional but many holiday shoppers are now purchasing "not-so-real" wreaths for the holidays

A Christmas Tree Story - Nothing wrong with the store-bought ones, but many people prefer having a real Christmas tree to "spruce" up their holiday decorations.

Ever Thought of Using Battery Powered Christmas Lights ? - Electric decorations are great but sometimes you just don't have a power source to do Christmas decor right.

Bird Christmas Ornament - A what?? Yep, a report about bird Christmas decorations. d:-)

Add Humor with a Chocolate Holiday Gift - Anything humorous makes for a fantastic Christmas gift so consider this yummy holiday idea.

Buying a Christmas Gift for a Teenager - This is one of the toughest groups to shop for out of all the other gifts you must buy. Shopping for teens doesn't have to be so difficult with these Xmas buying tips.

Buying a Christmas Gift for a Christian - Holiday shopping can be a daunting task, especially if you don't know what presents to buy for certain family members.

A Christmas Story - Here you will find a delightful Yuletide tale of what the holidays are all about. Take a moment to read and reflect.

Make This Year a Creative Christmas Holiday - I know, you have already made all your plans for this year's Christmas holiday season but it doesn't hurt to look at a few alternatives.

Creative Ways To Save With A Cheap Christmas Decoration - During these times, the economy is on everyone's mind but the holidays don't have to suffer --- If you do a little research. Read how it's done here ...

The Rise And Fall Of Christmas Songs - Not Really! - Christmas songs still have the power to move me to tears when it's the right song sung by the right person or group. Don't you just love 'em?

Find Some Enlightening Christmas Decorating Ideas Here - Looking for decor tips for Christmas? Try some of these holiday decorating ideas to get you started.

Quest For The Best Gift Idea - There are some people who are difficult to buy for. Find a piece of their personality and get the best gift idea to suit it.

How To Choose A Christmas Gift For The Office - Not only do you need to think of family during the holiday season but also remember those you work with.

Exciting Baby Christmas Gift Ideas - You don't have to be all stressed about what to buy a baby for Christmas. Find some ideas here.

Don't Get Stressed About Buying A Christmas Gift For A Teenager - Although you are in different worlds buying Christmas presents for teenagers is easy if you prepare. Read how you can satisfy even the most picky teen

Children in Need at Christmas Time - Not that Christmas time is the only time we should be thinking of needy children but make this holiday a joy for someone who has nothing to give in return.

Buy a Cheap Christmas Present - Christmas gifts come in many shapes and sizes, and prices. Here are a few Christmas gift buying tips.

A Christmas Stocking for Your Child - Christmas is just not Christmas without a stocking. Your child deserves something different so step out of the gift box this year.

Buying Bulk Christmas Ornaments - Everyone is looking for a bargain; especially when the Christmas shopping budget is tapped out so why not look at this unique way of saving money for the holidays?

A Christmas Gift for Baby - Children, especially babies, play an important part of the Christmas story so be sure and take the time to buy the just-right Holiday present this year.

Putting Together a Christmas Gift Basket - The Christmas season has always been very traditional but how about exploring this new trend in gift giving?

Instead of Cartoons Put Up Animated Outdoor Christmas Decorations - Animated outdoor Christmas decorations are the fad this year so if you want to keep up with the Jone's read these holiday decorating ideas.

Buying a Christmas Gift for Your Boyfriend - Don't make your Christmas shopping stressful this year. When buying a holiday gift for you boyfriend have some fun and shop from the heart!

Buying a Christmas Gift for a Woman - She is really difficult to shop for; or is she? You don't have to be all stressed out about shopping for the holidays with these hints.

Having Trouble Buying A Christmas Gift for a Couple? - It doesn't have to be that difficult to shop for couples Christmas presents when you read these ideas.

You Can't Go Wrong With A Vintage Christmas Ornament - Contrary to what many people believe, decorating a home for the holidays doesn't have to be that difficult. In fact, it can be really simple!

Lights on the Tree and Other Outdoor Christmas Decorations Ideas

An Angel Christmas Tree For Sentimental Seasons - Many people are headed back to basics nowadays when decorating their homes and an angel Christmas tree is just the finishing touch for your holiday decor.

Decorating Is Not Finished Until You Add Christmas Tree Toppers - Where do you look when you see a Christmas tree? Most likely at the top which is why the right topper is so important.

Can You List As Seen On TV Products In The Best Holiday Gift Section? - Amazingly, you will find some unique items in this sector of the shopping world and the results can be satisfying or just plain silly.

No Money? Read This Cheap Christmas Gift Idea And Save - Money is tight this year so you might be looking to find cheap Christmas gift ideas so you can give to all on your shopping list.

What To Do For Christmas - It can be as simple as a family gathering or you might use your holiday for a Christmas trip around the world.

One great thing about the Christmas holiday season is that you can do just about anything you want, for the most part. Though not everyone celebrates Christmas, a majority of employers and school districts have time off .. Read more ...

Buy a Cheap Christmas Decoration - More from the Christmas and holiday tips advisors. You'll learn some useful info about decorating your home for the holidays.

Australian Christmas Decorations - Christmas decorations don't have to be American to be extra nice as you will discover in this holiday report.

How to Buy Artificial Christmas Trees - A guide to artificial Christmas trees to enhance your Holiday preparation.

A Christmas Gift for a Couple - Shopping for holiday presents is always exciting but knowing what to get for friends and family can be a daunting task. Find the best Christmas present and have some fun this holiday season!!

Buying Christmas Gifts for Grandparents - They've lived a long time and have accumulated a lot of "stuff" so what else could they possibly need for a Chrsitmas gift? Read and find out.

Buying Christmas Gifts for Men - Women think that every man wants a macho Christmas present and many do. But not all feel the same ...

Buying a Christmas Gift for Mom - If you think men are tough to please at Christmas time, try Mom! Buying holiday presents for her is just as daunting.

The Simple Way to Christmas Decor - The holiday season is fast approaching so, have you looked in the attic for your Christmas decor?

A Special Gift Where Everybody Wins - Here is a different way to give a special gift that will spread more love than you ever imagined.

A Door Without A Christmas Wreath Decoration Is Just Not Christmasy! - If you love wreaths, here are a few ideas no matter if you want to make or buy them.

Don't Know What To Do? Try These Christmas Decorating Ideas For Your Home - Believe it or not, you can decorate your home for Christmas. Read these tips and ideas and your ornaments will start to come alive.

The Joy Of Buying A Personalized Christmas Ornament - Why not take the holidays to the next level this year and consider a personalized Christmas ornament to hang from your tree? This article will get you started ...

A New Christmas Gift Idea For A Family - Families are not that difficult to buy Christmas gifts for if you do a little research and think out of the box. This piece will get you started in the world of family Christmas presents.

Why We Celebrate Christmas In December - Read this short history of Christmas to find the answer of how the celebration came about and why the holiday falls on December 25th.

The Legend Of Santa Claus - Find out more about how Santa Claus got his name and our celebration of Christmas as it is today.

Christmas Gift Baskets Make My Year Long Project Worth It - No need to scramble for a parking place at the mall. Give homemade Christmas gifts and watch their eyes light up!

This Cheap Gift Idea Will Save You Money This Christmas - You don't have to be a scrooge to find a nice gift without spending a fortune. Just read here and get started ...

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Gift Baskets are Great for Christmas and Other Holidays
Get 'Em Busy with Christmas Craft Ideas for Your Kids - Kids need something to do, especially during the holiday season so why not get them involved with some Christmas crafts. They'll have fun and you'll have some time to relax with your children.

Collecting and Using an African American Christmas Decoration - African American Christmas decorations and ornaments are a tradition many people are just beginning to embrace. But, watch for imitations when buying.

Bible Study: New Testament

Matthew

Matthew 1:1-17 - The Genealogy of Jesus Christ - Read through the ages of the line of Jesus. You may have, at one time or another, asked yourself the question; "Who is Jesus Chirst?". This passage is about the family line from Abraham to Jesus but Christ is so much more if you study further.

Matthew 1:18-25 - Joseph and the Angel

Matthew 2:1-12 - The Three Wise Men ( Magi ) Visit Baby Jesus

Matthew 2:13-18 - Joseph And Mary Escape To Egypt With Jesus

Mat thew 2:19-28 - Joseph, Mary And Jesus Return To Nazareth

Matthew 3:1-12 - John The Baptist Prepares the Way for Jesus - The preparation of John the Baptist. These passages in Matthew teach us how John the Baptist prepared the way for Christ.

Matthew 3:13-17 - Jesus is Baptized - In the verses listed here in Matthew, Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist marking the beginning of Christ's ministry.

Matthew 4:5-11 - Temptation of Christ - This world is full of temptation and we have to really be aware to avoid situations which might put us in compromising postions. In the time of Christ, temptation also abounded as we will see in this Scripture study of Matthew.
Matthew 4:12-17 - Jesus Begins His Ministry And Preaches In Galilee. After John the Baptist baptized Jesus, he was later taken into custody. Christ made his way into Galilee where he began his preaching ministry.
Matthew 4:18-22 - The Fishermen Follow Jesus. This is the story of how Jesus met and chose His first disciples. They were Simon AKA Peter, Andrew, James and John.

Matthew 4:23-25 - Jesus - The Man From Galilee. In these verses Jesus has started His ministry and is teaching & preaching throughout the land of Galilee.

Matthew - 5:1-12 - The 8 Beatitudes from Sermon on the Mount. You've probably heard of the the famous sermon on the mount where Jesus gave the eight beatitudes including blessed are the meek for daily living. But, have you read what Christ has to say lately? This guide for living deserves repeated readings.
Matthew-5:1-3 - The Beatitudes - Blessed are the Poor in Spirit. The sermon on the mount by Jesus Christ is well know by many, but there are also many people who don't completely understand it. Let's study 1-3 where Jesus states that blessed are the poor in spirit and the eight beattitudes together.

Matthew 5:13-16 Jesus Explains the Meaning of Salt and Light - Jesus teaches about salt and light. Salt And Light. The phrase "salt and light" is used frequently by Christians and is quoted many times during baptisim services but what does it really mean to be the salt of the earth and a light to the world?

Matthew 5:17-18;19-20 - Jesus Teaches about the Law - In these verses of Matthew, Jesus makes it very clear that he is not implying that his followers break the laws of the prophets (ten commandments and others) but that he came to fulfill them.
Matthew 5:21-26 - Jesus Teaches About Anger And Personal Relationships. Besides money and finance, anger is probably one of the most destructive forces when it comes to relationships, friendships and even business success. One point to remember is that, once a temper is lost, the damage is already done.
Matthew 5:27-30 - Jesus Teaches about Lust - Many people don't like to admit it but lust and infidelity has ruined more relationships than any other except for finance. We all have feelings about adultery from time to time but most don't realize that thinking is the same as acting in God's eyes. Listen to what Jesus says about lust.
Matthew 5:31-32 - Jesus Teaches about Divorce - Divorce, a common word these days as at least half the marriages taking place right now will end in a matter of years, or months. Jesus did not take divorce lightly and neither should we.
Matthew 5:33-37 - Jesus Teaches about Vows - One word comes to mind -- Integrety. When I read this passage from Matthew about vows explained by Jesus, this word rings in my ears. Our word is closely related to our name so lets make sure and keep them unmarred.
Matthew 5:38-42 - Jesus Teaches about Retaliation - "So angry I could ..." This thought ever enter your mind? Of course, we've all felt anger toward anothere person but most times we don't act out our feelings. Let's see what Jesus says about retaliation.
Matthew 5:43-48 - Jesus Teaches about Loving Your Enemies

Matthew 6:1-4 - Jesus Teaches about Giving to the Needy
Matthew 6:5-14 - Jesus Teaches about Prayer
Matthew 6:16-18 - Jesus Teaches about Fasting
Matthew 6:19-24 - Jesus Teaches about Money
Matthew 6:25-34 - Jesus Teaches about Worry

Matthew 7:1-6 - Jesus Teaches about Criticizing Others
Matthew 7:7-12 - Jesus Teaches about Asking, Seeking, Knocking

Matthew 7:13-14 - Jesus Teaches about the Way to Heaven
Matthew 7:15-20 - Jesus Teaches about False Teachers
Matthew 7:21-29 - Jesus Talks about Those Who Build Houses on Rock and Sand
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Matthew 8:1-4 - Jesus Heals Leprosy

Matthew 8:5-17 - A Roman Centurion Comes To Christ In Faith - Also included is the healing of Peter's mother-in-law.

Matthew 8:18-22 - When Is The Best Time To Start Following Christ?

Matthew 8:23-27 - Jesus Calms The Storm

Matthew 8:28-34 - Jesus Drives The Demons Into Pigs

Matthew 9:1-8 - Jesus Heals The Paralyzed Man

Matthew 9:9-13 - Jesus Eats With Sinners

Matthew 9:14-17 - Jesus Explains Fasting To Religious Leaders

Matthew 9:18-34 - Jesus Heals Bleeding Woman, Blind Man And Restores Life To Young Girl

Matthew 9:35-38 - Jesus Asks For Prayer For Workers

Matthew 10:1-16 - Jesus Sends Out The Twelve Disciples

Matthew 10:17-42 - The Disciples Prepare For Persecution - Should We?

Matthew 11:1-19 - Jesus Eases Doubt of John the Baptist - Jesus Teaches About The Kingdom And Eases The Doubt Of John The Baptist. John the Baptist preached repentance and the coming of the Messiah but was later thrown into prison. This shook him considerably and he began to wonder if Jesus really was the Savior.

Matthew 11:20-30 - Rest for the Soul - We all have our own personal burdens we carry through life. Jesus promises rest for the soul to make these situations easier to bear. All we have to do is ask and believe in Christ.

Matthew 12:1-14 - Jesus and Working on the Sabbath - Christ worked in accordance with God's will but the Pharisees were so entangled in tradition they could not see that working for God on the Sabbath was acceptable. No compassion meant no forgiveness.

Matthew 12:15-37 - Pharisees Accuse Jesus of Being Under Satan - The Unpardonable Sin - Large crowds began following Jesus after they learned of his miracles and great healing power. Some truly wanted to follow him and repent, some were just "part of the crowd" out of curiosity and some, like the Pharisees wanted to try and trap him as they had attempted many times before.What is the unpardonable sin ? Christ explains here

Matthew 12:38-45 - Pharisees Demand Miracles from Christ - Asking for Signs - Do you ever ask for signs or miracles from God in order to believe in Him? Some people need proof for everything. If we tell something out of the ordinary, they'll respond with; "Prove it." Well, becoming a believer in Christ doesn't work that way. Although we have proof from The Bible, faith is the final answer.

Matthew 12:46-50 - The True Family of Jesus - In case you haven't thought about it lately, we are blessed with two families .. physical and spiritual. What's the difference? These verses in Matthew explains how Jesus felt about his spiritual family and how we should look at these two relationship situations.

Matthew 13:1-23 - Jesus Explains the Four Soils Parable - Like Johnny Appleseed this parable from Jesus explains how we need to "plant good seeds" so that some will fall on "good soil" to reach those people who have not heard the good news about Jesus Christ.

Matthew 13:24-43 - Jesus Explains the Weeds and Mustard Seed Parables - In these parables Jesus talks about the end times and what will happen to good and evil. The good people who are followers of God will be taken into heaven and the bad, the followers of Satan, will be thrown into the fire and burned. This Matthew passage does a good job of explaining heaven and hell.

Matthew 13:44-52 - Jesus Explains the Kingdom of Heaven - These parables from Jesus are about hidden treasure, the pearl merchant and fishing nets. Each one has a life lesson for us and teaches about the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 13:53-58 - The People of Nazareth Reject Jesus - Nazareth was Jesus' hometown and, just as it is today, people find it hard to believe someone famous can come from a small town. To these people, Christ was just the "carpenter's son".

Matthew Chapter 14

Matthew 14:1-12 - The Killing of John the Baptist - Herod thought of Jesus as John the Baptist resurrected because of his miracles. He was afraid of harming the prophet because of the people so why did Herod kill John the Baptist?

Matthew 14:13-21 - Loaves and Fishes - Jesus Feeds Five Thousand People - Five thousand people fed from five loaves and two fish. -- A great miracle of Christ but there is at least one feat that was greater... Our salvation.

Matthew Chapter 15

Matthew 15:1-20 - Jesus Teaches about Purity in this Baptist Bible Study - This Bible lesson is loaded with guidelines of how we are to speak and act. Many of us become so concerned with going to church and being a "good Christian" that we forget the two most important commandments Christ gave .. Love God and love each other. Purity is not what we take in but what we show in actions and words.

Matthew 15:21-39 - Jesus Performs Miracles and Teaches Us about Prejudice - Jesus performed many miracles during His ministry and the crowds marveled. But, we will focus on how Christ introduced a lesson for us about getting rid of prejudice within this passage.

Matthew Chapter 16

Matthew 16:1-4 - Should We Ask for a Sign from the Sky? - Do you sometimes have doubts about your faith and wish you could see a miracle from the sky to prove Gods existence or to have a more stable belief in Christ? Me too. But, the key word here is faith which is based on belief and not always on seeing or hearing or touching. Jesus explains in Matthew.

Matthew 16:5-12 - Beware of How Little Sins Affect Others - Is there a such thing as a little bit of sin? Jesus explains here that, even as Christians, we can do small things that will affect a whole crowd of people.. Even a congregation.

Matthew 16:13-20 - Who is Jesus according to Peter ? - Peter, like many of us, had trouble with faith and trusting who Jesus really was but he finally came to the realization that Jesus was the Messiah. Do we believe Christ is our Lord?

Matthew 16:21-28 - Jesus Predicts His Own Death

Matthew Chapter 17

Matthew 17:1-13 - Jesus is Transfigured, Talks to Moses and Elijah

Matthew 17:14-20 - Faith and Jesus Healing a Demon Possessed Boy

Matthew 17:22-23 - Jesus Tells about His Death the Second Time

Matthew Chapter 18

Matthew 18:1-6 - Who is the Greatest Disciple?

Matthew 18:7-9 - Causing Children to Sin
Matthew 18:21-35 - Parable of Unforgiving Debtor

Matthew Chapter 19

Matthew 19:1-12 - Jesus Talks about Marriage and When to Divorce

Matthew 19:13-15 - Jesus Loves the Little Children
Matthew 19:16-30 - Jesus and the Rich Young Man

Matthew 20:29-34 - The Miracle of the Blind Beggar

Matthew Chapter 20

Matthew 20:1-16 - Jesus Talks about the Workers Who are Paid Equally

Matthew 20:17-19 - Jesus Tells about His Death the Third Time

Matthew 20:20-28 - Jesus Talks about Serving Others

Matthew Chapter 21

Matthew 21:1 - 11 - Jesus Rides to Jerusalem on a Donkey

Matthew 21:12-17 - Jesus Drives the Money Changers from the Temple

Matthew 21:18-22 - The Withered Fig Tree

Matthew 21:23-27 - Chief Priests and Elders Question the Authority of Jesus
Matthew 21:28-32 - The Parable of the Two Sons

Matthew 21:33-46 - Jesus Tells the Parable of the Wicked Tenants

Matthew Chapter 22

Matthew 22:1-14 - Jesus Teaches about the Wedding Feast

Matthew 22:15-22 - Pharisees Ask Jesus about Paying Taxes

Matthew 22:23-33 - What Jesus Says about the Resurrection

Matthew 22:34-40 - What is The Greatest Commandment?

Matthew 22:41-46 - Who is the Christ? Jesus Asks the Pharisees

Matthew 22:1-14 - Jesus Teaches about the Wedding Feast - The parable of the wedding feast as Christ tells it in Matthew explains how God invites us to join Him at His table for the best dinner we could ever imagine ... Eternal life! But all will not accept His invitation.

Matthew 22:15-22 - Pharisees Ask Jesus about Paying Taxes - At the time of this writing taxes are big news. Towns and states all over the US are holding TEA ( Taxed Enough Already ) parties. So, in this Bible lesson from Matthew we'll discover what Jesus has to say about paying the due tax.

Matthew 22:23-33 - What Jesus Says about the Kinsman Redeemer and the Resurrection - What is a kinsman redeemer? In this Baptist study lesson Jesus talks about His resurrection as related to this Jewish custom and, as always turns it into a remarkable parable.

Matthew 22:34-40 - What is The Greatest Commandment? - Moses brought the ten commandments to the Israelites before he died and these laws helped to establish a nation from wanderers. But, over time the religeous leaders began to add to the commands and explain every little detail in how they were to be obeyed. Jesus came and made them simple again.

Matthew 22:41-46 - Who is the Christ? Jesus Asks the Pharisees - Those who don't know Him and even some people who do all ask the same question of who is Jesus Christ. The Pharisees asked and Scripture tells us the answer in this lesson.

Matthew Chapter 23

Matthew 23:1-12 - Jesus Warns the Crowds against the Religious Leaders - "The scribes and the Pharisees have seated themselves in the chair of Moses." What does this mean? Well, partially it means they had placed themselves high above the people and became leaders and Rabbis. But Jesus said there is but One teacher.

Matthew 23:13-36 - Jesus Condemns the Religious Leaders - This passage in Baptist study gives us the 8 woes Jesus presented to the Pharisees and scribes. He called them "blind guides" because of their greed and pretentious lifestyle.

Matthew Chapter 24

Matthew 24:1-25 - Jesus Tells About His Second Coming on Mount Of Olives - Ever wonder or worry about the end of time? I don't dwell on it but yes, sometimes the thought does cross my mind. Jesus gives His thoughts here and tells the disciples what to look for. We should remain watchful but not worry about the end times as much as trying to live our lives for Christ.

Matthew 24:26-35 - Baptist Study Shows How Jesus Tells About His Return - If Christ comes back today are you ready? Am I? Jesus explains clearly in these verses from Matthew what to look for and to ignore the false prophets. Let's renew our faith in Him and be ready when He returns.

Matthew 24:36-51 - Jesus Says To Remain Watchful

Matthew Chapter 25

Matthew 25:1-13 - Jesus Tells About The Ten Bridesmaids

Matthew 25:14-30 - The Parable Of Loaned Money As Told By Christ ( Parable Of The Talents )

Matthew 25:31-46 - The Final Judgment As Told By Christ

Matthew Chapter 26

Matthew 26:1-13 - A Woman Pours Perfume On Jesus' Feet

Matthew 26:14-19 - Judas agrees to betray Jesus.

Matthew 26:20-25 - Jesus Points Out Judas Iscariot At The Last Supper

Matthew 26:26-30 - The Lord's Supper

Matthew 26:36-46 - Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethesmane - Jesus' prayer in the garden.

Matthew 26:47-56 - Judas Betrays Jesus and He is Arrested - The Easter story and arrest of Christ.

Matthew 26:57-68 - Jesus Answers Questions for the High Priest, Caiaphas - The high priest and religious leaders arrest and question Jesus for blasphemy.

Matthew 26:69-75 - Peter Denies Christ - The Easter story continues with Peter denying Jesus just as predicted. How about us? Are we guilty of denial in our own lives? Read before you answer.

Matthew Chapter 27

Matthew 27:1-2 - Who Killed Jesus - The Romans or the Jews? - The question of who killed Jesus is covered in this lesson where the religious leaders of the council handed Christ over to Pilate for judgment.

Matthew 27:3-10 - Death of Judas - In this passage of study from Matthew Judas feels deep regret for turning Jesus over to the religious leaders thus resulting in his suicide death by hanging. The priests play a large role now in two deaths.

Matthew 27:11-26 - Pilate Sends Jesus Out to be Crucified - Continuing the Easter story we see where Pilate, in fear, releases Jesus to the Jews to be crucified instead of Barabbas.

Matthew 27:27-31 - Jesus Wears Crown of Thorns - The Roman soldiers mock Jesus, give Him a crown of thorns to wear before the crucifixion.

Matthew 27:32-45 - Jesus is Crucified on the Cross - Read the story of the crucifixion of Christ on the cross and the horrible suffering He endured before dying and rising again.

Matthew 27:45-56 - Jesus Dies on the Cross - This is it; or is it? Yes, it's true that Jesus really died on the cross that day. A sad occassion for the people then and for us. But the glorious awakening is just about to begin.

Matthew 27:57-66 - Jesus is Laid in the Tomb with Guards Posted - After Jesus was crucified He was taken to a borrowed tomb for burial and a guard was placed at the entrance of the grave. But, we know He didn't stay there. The Easter saga continues.

Matthew Chapter 28

Matthew 28:1-10 - Jesus Rises From the Grave - Near the conclusion of the Easter story Jesus rises from the tomb and leaves Mary Magdalene and us with four lessons to ponder.

Matthew 28:11-15 - Religious Leaders Bribe Guards to Discredit the Resurrection - The resurrection of Jesus was spreading through the streets of Jerusalem so the religious leaders had to spread a different rumor that it hadn't happened.

Matthew 28:16-20 - Jesus Gives the Disciples the Great Commission - In these final verses of Matthew and, in the final words of Christ, we and the disciples receive the great commission telling us to make Him known to all the world. What does that mean to us as Christians?

Mark

Mark 2:1-12 - Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man

Mark 2:13-17 - Jesus Eats with Sinners

Mark 2:18-22 - Religious Leaders Ask Jesus about Fasting

Mark 2:23-28 - The Disciples Gather Wheat on the Sabbath

Mark 3:13-19 - Jesus Selects the Twelve Disciples

Mark 3:20-30 - Religious Leaders Accuse Jesus of Being Under Satan's Power

Mark 3:31-35 - Jesus Describes His True Family

Mark 12:28-34 - The Greatest Commandment in the Bible

Mark 4:10-25 - Jesus Explains the Parable of the Four Souls

Mark 4:30-34 - Jesus Tells the Parable of the Mustard Seed

Mark 4:35-41 - Jesus Calms the Storm

Mark 8:11-13 - Religious Leaders Ask Jesus for a Miracle

Mark 8:14-21 - Jesus Warns against Wrong Teaching

Mark 8:22-26 - Jesus Restores Sight to a Blind Man
Mark 8:27-30 - Peter Admits Jesus is the Messiah

Mark 8:31-9:1 - Jesus Predicts His Death the First Time

Mark 9:2-8 & 11-13 - Jesus is Transfigured on the Mountain

Mark 9:33-37 - The Disciples Argue about Who Would be the Greatest Disciple

Mark 10:1-12 - Jesus Teaches about Marriage and Divorce

Mark 10:17-27 & 10:31 - Jesus Speaks to the Rich Young Man

Mark 10:35-45 - Jesus Teaches about Serving Others

Mark 11:1-11 - Jesus Rides into Jerusalem on a Donkey

Mark 11:12-19 Jesus Clears the Temple Again

Mark 11:20-25 - Jesus Says the Disciples Can Pray for Anything

Mark 11:27-33 - Religious Leaders Challenge Jesus' Authority

Mark 12:13-17 - Religious Leaders Question Jesus about Paying Taxes

Mark 12:18-27 - Religious Leaders Question Jesus about the Resurrection

Mark 12:28-34 - Religious Leaders Question Jesus about the Greatest Commandment

Mark 13:1-23 - Jesus Tells about the Future

Mark 13:24-31 - Jesus Tells about His Return

Mark 13:32-37 - Jesus Tells about Remaining Watchful

Mark 14:1-2 - Religious Leaders Plot to Kill Jesus

Mark 14:10-11 - Judas Agrees to Betray Jesus

Mark 14:12-16 - Disciples Prepare for the Passover

Mark 14:17-26 - The Last Supper

Mark 14:27-31 - Jesus Predicts Peter's Denial
Mark 14:32-42 - Jesus Agonizes in the Garden

Mark 14:43-52 - Jesus is Betrayed and Arrested
Mark 14:53-65 Caiaphas Questions Jesus

Mark 14:66-72 - Peter Denies Knowing Jesus

Mark 15:1 - The Council of Religious Leaders Condemns Jesus

Mark 15:2-5 - Jesus Stands Trial before Pilate

Mark 15:6-15 Pilate Hands Jesus Over to be Crucified

Mark 15:16-20 Roman Soldiers Mock Jesus

Mark 15:21-24 Jesus is Led Away to be Crucified

Mark 15:25-32 - Jesus is Placed on the Cross

Mark 15:33-41 - Jesus Dies on the Cross

Mark 15:42-47 - Jesus is Laid in the Tomb

Mark 16:1-8 - Jesus Rises From the Dead

Mark 16:9-11 - Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene

Mark 16:15-18 - Jesus Gives the Great Commission

Mark 16:19-20 - Jesus Ascends into Heaven

Bible Study: New Testament

Luke

Luke 1:1-25 - Promise Of The Birth Of John The Baptist to Zechariah and Elizabeth

Luke 1: 16-17 - Foretelling the mission of John the Baptist

Luke 1:26-38 - Promise Of The Birth Of Jesus to Mary

Luke 1:39-56 - Mary Visits Elizabeth

Luke 1:57-64 - John The Baptist is Born

Luke 2:1-20 - The Birth of Jesus

Luke 2:8-20 - An Angel comes to the Shepherds

Luke 2:15-19 - The Shepherds Visit Baby Jesus

Luke 2:21-40 - Baby Jesus Is Taken To The Temple To Be Presented In A Jewish Ceremony.

Luke 18:18-29 - "The Rich Man and the Camel Through the Eye of a Needle"

1 Peter

1 Peter 5:1-5 - The Pastor as Shepherd - What is a leader? There are many definitions but I like to believe that good leadership is only as good as those willing to follow. With that said, a pastor should be the leader of the church but only through following God.

1 John
John

John 1:1-18 - Believe and Receive. -- God Becomes Human.

John 3:16 - Who Is God and Who Is Christ?

Romans
2 Corinthians
Revelation

Revelation 1:1-3 - Letters to the Churches

Revelation 4:1-11 - The Throne in Heaven

Revelation 5:1-5 - The Scroll of the Lamb Part I

Revelation 5:6 - The Scroll of the Lamb (Continued)

Revelation 5:7-14 - The Scroll and the Lamb (Continued)

Revelation 6:1-7 - Opening the Seven Seals

Revelation 6:9-11 - Opening the Seven Seals

Revelation 6:12-17 - Opening the Sixth Seal

Revelation 8:1-5 - The Seventh Seal and the Golden Censer

Revelation 8:6-7 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets of Revelation - First Trumpet

Revelation 8:8-9 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets | Second Trumpet

Revelation 8:10-11 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets | Third Trumpet

Revelation 8:12-13 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets - Fourth Trumpet

Revelation 9:1-12 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets | Fifth Trumpet

Revelation 9:13-21 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets | Sixth Trumpet

Revelation 10:1-11 - The Angel and the Little Scroll

Revelation 11:1-6 - The Two Witnesses

Revelation 11:7-9 - The Two Witnesses are Killed

Revelation 11:10 - The Two Witnesses and the Gloating of the People

Revelation 11:11-14 - The Two Witnesses Ascend into Heaven

Revelation 11:15-16 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets - Seventh Trumpet

Revelation 11:16-18 - Sounding the Seven Trumpets - Seventh Trumpet (Part Two)

Revelation 11:19 - The Seventh Trumpet is Sounded (Cont.)

Commentary by Byrns Coleman:

The Cap -- Reconciliation, Friendship, Forgiveness

Read about Simon Peter's Part in The Easter Story - A Lesson and a Challenge to Us!

Looking For Jesus
Lions in the Way
Ash Wednesday - A Poem

A Happy New Year For Christians - Read The Message
Happy Birthday Jesus - A Christmas Reflection
Where do We Get Our "Easter Faith" ? - I remember standing on the hillside in the cold darkness waiting for the sunrise, even before I understood the full meaning of Easter.