Bible Study Outline for November 25, 2014: II Kings, Chapters 22 and 23

Article 20, Volume 5

Josiah's Reign

Josiah was a good king in Judah.  He launched a lot of good reforms.  Still, Judah's fall was inevitable because of its sins in the past.

Please read the chapters before class.

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Miracles Are Real: Lady on bike hit by SUV, leaves scene without any visable injuries

Article 19, Volume 5

Miracles

We read in the old testament of the Bible that Daniel was put in the lion's den and walked away the next morning without any injuries. God sealed the mouth of the lions so that they could not do any harm to him. (Daniel 6 chapter).

Also, we read in the Bible about the three Hebrew boys who were cast in the fiery fire in the furnace, and the next morning they came out of the furnace without any injuries.  

Many persons believe those stories, but they don't believe that such miracles or blessings can happen today. I believe that whatever miracles God performed in the past, he can perform like, similar, or even greater miracles today at time or place.

Well, let us fast forward to today.  In October 2014, a very devout Christian lady was riding her bike in the city of Fairfax, Virginia.

She came to a very busy intersection, stopped, waited for the light to change, and proceeded on her bike at the appropriate time across the street.

Before she could get across the street a big SUV made a right turn on the red light and hit her.There was a large bang.  People hopped out of their cars, some of them fearing the worse, went running to the scene to check her out and do whatever they could to help.

When they got to the point of impact, she was just standing there without a scratch. She uttered the words, "that SUV hit me." Also, she could be heard thanking God for saving her.

 A man, I surmise, who had jumped out of his car, ran to the point of impact, looked, and shouted out in a loud voice, "It is a miracle, I saw it with my own eyes!"

While all of this was going on, the lady was just standing there, holding on to her bike, with no visible sign of injury, giving praise and thanks to God.

She checked herself out, and no injury whatever was found  or seen on her, because she believed in her God, the true and everlasting God. 

Somebody, I visualize, called the Rescue Squad. But the lady made it clear that she was fine and did not need to go to the hospital.

After about eight minutes, she thanked the gathered throng who had offered assistance. Then she told the driver of the SUV that she didn't need any information from him.

Without any further discussion, she hopped on her bike, and proceeded to her destination. No, she didn't turn around and go back home.

God is good. Just like He saved Daniel in the lion's den He saved this dedicated Christian woman from any harm or injury when she was hit by that vehicle.

God is real, God is good!

Who is that lady?  An active member of Warner Baptist. Name withheld by request. 

      Copyright 2014. Grady E. Bryant, Sr.

   

    

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Bible Study Outline for November 18, 2014: II Kings, Chapter 20 and 21

Article 18 Volume 5

Hezekiah Called on the Lord

Hezekiah's Days Lengthen

a. Life extended 15 years

b. Figs laid on the boil

Shadow Goes 10 Degrees Backward

a. Explanation and demonstration

b. Captivity foretold

The 23rd Psalm

a. Discussion and review of each line

b. Compare to Hezekiah's prayer

Also, we will devote at least 3 minutes to our goal of learning the books of the Bible.

Read and be prepared to discuss Chapter 21.

  

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Bible Study Outline for November 11, 2014: II Kings, Chapter 19

Article 17, Volume 5

King Hezekiah Sends Message to Isiah, the Prophet

 Hezekiah called on the prophet when things looked bleak.

Hezekiah prayed.

The prophet gave him assurance that everything was going to be all right.

The Assyrians were defeated.

The discussion question for tonight is: Where did the Hebrews come from before Egypt?  

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Penny Ford, featured soloist for Women's Ministry Annual Day at Warner Baptist

Article 16 Volume 5                                                                     Sunday, November 9, 2014

Penny Ford Inspires Congregation through Songs and Praise

Warner Baptist women celebrated their annual day by featuring Penni Ford in concert.

Penny was outstanding.  She kept the congregation engaged the whole service.  She started with a song called, "Testify".  This selection got the congregation on their feet.

She performed the second selection, "I can't give up now, came too far from where I started from" without the benefit of music, because the audio system just wouldn't work for that song. But that turned out to be a blessing in disguise because she was able to deliver the song without music.  The congregation joined in to help enhance the delivery.

The soloist last song was, "This is your season".  Again, the congregation was on their feet, clapping their hands, and shouting out words of praise to God.

After, remarks were made by Sister Denise Britford, president of the Women Ministry and Pastor Matthew J. Pearson.

It was a well spent afternoon. 

(Penny's birth name is Penni Lajuan Ford.  The name of her ministry is Transformed to Praise.  She is the daughter of Aileen Ford). 

             Copyright 2014. Grady E. Bryant, Sr.

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Bible Study Class Outline for Tuesday, November 4, 2014 Chapter 18 and 19

Article 15, Volume 5

                               Judah: Under the Reign of Hezekiah

This quarter we have studied all the bad kings of Israel and Judah. Tonight, we are going to study and discuss Hezekiah, a good king of Judah.  Hezekiah is the Lord's example of a righteous king who trusted him.

Chapter 18

Hezekiah Reign

 1.  Reign for 29 years

 2. Removed the high places 

 3. He gave gold from the Lord's temple to the king of Assyria

 4. Discussion about action in 3 above

King of Assyria Opposes Hezekiah

1.  Thought that Hezekiah was acting too uppity

2.   Money did not buy an alliance

3.  Assyria's army commander tried to psych Judah's people out

Chapter 19

Isiah the Prophet

Read this chapter and be prepared to discuss the importance of trusting and believing in the true and living God.

                             Copyright 2014. Grady E. Bryant, Sr.

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Bible Study Class Outline for Tuesday, October 28, 2014: 2 Kings, Chapter 17

Article 14, Volume 5

                                             Hoshea Reigns Over Israel: Enough Bad is Enough

Israel has had one bad king after another for a long time.  The good people of the land were probably wondering when would this madness end.  The kings continuously ignored the advice of the prophets

Our lesson today include:

  1.  Hoshea becomes king 

      a.  Reigned for 9 years
      b.  Sold out to Assyria
      c.  Double crossed the Assyrian king   

2.  Israel carried captive to Assyria
   
     a. Why? Had sinned against God
     b. Built high places on hills to worship false gods
     c. Made their children pass through fire

3. The Lord rejected all descendants of Israel

4. Assyria Resettles Samaria
 
     a. People from Babylon brought to Samaria
     b. The Lord sent lions
     c. Worshiped the Lord and their carved images

5. Questions?

Do persons still worship and believe in the true and living God and also another god? If yes, why?

Do you think the people of Israel felt secure in doing things contrary to the will of God?

Why didn't Judah come to the rescue of Israel?

What is the meaning of "Fear the Lord?"

6. Our special memory letters tonight are:  G E L North Dakota; J J R

    Next week we are going to learn: Sunday School, Knock, Knock, Church Choir

       Teacher tonight:  Deaconess Regina Crawley



 

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Bible Study Class Outline for October 21, 2014. Lessons from II Kings 16 and 17

Article 13 Volume 5

Bible Study Class Outline for Tuesday October 21, 2014

We will continue our study in the book of  II Kings.

Chapter 16

1. Reign of Ahaz in Judah

   a.  20 years old when he became king
   b.  Did not walk or do right in the sight of God
   c.  Fought against Israel and the Syrians
   d.  Went to the Assyria for help
   e.  Read verse 8 and 9
   f.  Captive taken to Kir

2.  King Ahaz Strange Altar and Idolatry

  a.  Action of the priest
  b.  Why didn't the priest disobey the king

3.  The Temple Spoiled

    a.  Read verses 17 and 18
    b.  Why did King Ahaz act this way?

4.  Hezekiah Succeeds Ahaz

Chapter 17

a.  Hoshea,s Reign in Israel
b.  The Assyrians Capture Samaria

4.Moving On to other things

Our bonus task tonight is to remember 5 letters. They are:  G E L and N D or North Dakota. and next week we are going to remember the letters J J R. So, that is 5 letters tonight and 3 next week.

Remembering these letters is the first step in doing something U been trying to do for a long time.

5.  Questions

Do you think these Kings had sufficient guidance to keep them straight?

Do you think the works of God had become old fashion to the Israelites?

Why did the people let the Kings do evil things without speaking out?

Do U think they spoke out?

                         
                                         Copyright 2014. Grady E. Bryant,Sr


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Rev. Phillip Lewis, Pastor,Pisgah Baptist Church, Upperville, VA spoke at Warner Baptist's Trustees Day Service

Article 12 Volume 4

Warner Baptist Celebrated its Annual Trustees Day

Rev. Phillip Lewis was the guest preacher for Trustees Day on Sunday, October 19, 2014. He was accompanied by his church's Men Chorus and several members.

He used Jeremiah 9:23-24 and l Corinthians 1:28-31 for scripture reference.  His topic was "Knowing Him"

Rev. Lewis put emphasis on being trustworthy, willing to help others and sharing your resources.  Also, a christian should glorify God in their walk, talk and living.  Emphasis was also put on studying God's Word. Don't rely solely on the corporate world teaching for doing God's work.

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The renowned Warner Baptist food ministry prepared a delicious meal for the occasion.  

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Rev. Carl Johnson, Pastor of Mt Pleasant Baptist, Alexandria, VA, guest speaker for Warner Baptist's 94th church anniversary

Article 11, Volume 4

Rev. Carl Johnson  preached the final night of Warner Baptist week long anniversary services.

The final night of services for the anniversary was Friday, October 17, 2014

Rev. Johnson used Acts 27th chapter, in part, for his scripture.

Rev Johnson delivered a timely message about what God can do. He preached for about 55 minutes to the church's near capacity  congregation.  Length of speaking time didn't seem to matter to the gathered audience.  As he closed out his sermon, the hand clapping, foot stomping and amen shouting congregation continued to express their joy for a short period. The listeners  appeared ready to stay and listen to more gospel preaching if the pastor continued.  But he had to conclude at some point.

Rev. Johnson is a dynamic preacher of the gospel.

As the service concluded, I thought about how the Warner Baptist Church  family had been blessed to hear five pastors deliver messages, on different days this week.

Plans are already in the making for the 95th Anniversary next year!

 Mrs. Gwendolyn Haight is the chairperson of the Anniversary Committee.



      


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Rev. Donald Hayes, Pastor of Oakland Baptist Church, Alexandria , VA, guest preacher for Warner Baptist's 94th Anniversary Service

Article 10, Volume 4                                                                            October 17, 2014

Warner Baptist Church is celebrating its 94th anniversary this week. The guest preacher on Thursday night was Rev. Donald Hayes of Oakland Baptist Church.


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Bible Study Class Outline and Guide for September 30, 2014

             September 30, 2014

The Last Kings of Israel and Judah (l  Kings and 2 Kings )

Tonight: 2 Kings,Chapter 14 and Chapter 15 (October 7, 2014)

We started this quarter on Sept 9 by studying Chapter 9.  Since then we have studied Chapter 10 through 13.  The one constant about all of the kings is they were all killed in office (to be verified).  Another thing we noticed is all of the kings in Israel and Judah  were described as BAD or MOSTLY BAD. 

You may be wondering how can this be true, if they are God's chosen people.  That is a question for the class tonight.

Tonight we are going to follow this outline and engage in more discussion and less reading.

Chapter 14

Amaziah Reigns over Judah

Amaziah was the son of Jo'ash of Judah. He reign for 25 years.  He did good for awhile.  But there were some things he just let be.  What were they?

As soon as he got entrenched in his position, he killed some people. Why?  Was that a good thing to do?

Looking back, did Solomon try to settle some old matters relating to his father, David?

(Relate to present)

He became impatient in office and wanted to fight Israel?  Why did he want to do that?

(Relate to present)

Who was the King of Israel that defeated Amaziah?  You are right.  Now, what did he take from Judah?  (and they suppose to be brothers).

Jeroboam II Reigns over Israel

Jeroboam was the son of Jo'ash of Israel.  He reign for 41 years. He did was evil in the sight of the Lord.

He did some good things. Like what?  Did the good out weigh the bad?  Think of the boy who was bad all day, but gladly brought the wood in for the fire place at night. (What is the point I'm trying to make?)

Despite, their evil ways and deeds God spared them.  Why?

Did somebody kill King Jeroboam II?

Chapter 15 (Present on October 7, 2014)

Azariah Reigns over Judah

He was 16 years old when he became king and he reign for 52 years.

He did what was right, except them folks in the hill kept doing their thing in the hills on Judah's soil. Why didn't he drive them out?

The king was struck with leprous. Then what happened?

He was succeeded by Jotham. We will talk about him later.

Zechariah Reigns over Israel

Zechariah was the son of Jeroboam.  He reigned over Israel for six months.  During his reign he did what was evil in the sight of the Lord. He was killed in public by Shal'lum son of Jabesh.  Then, Shal'lum became king.  Why did he kill Zechariah?

Read Verse 12.  Remember God's promise to Jehu? What was the promise?

Shal'lum reigned for 1 month, then he was killed by Men'a-hem. 

Men'a-hem ruled for 10 years. He did what was evil in the sight of  Lord.

Why did he kill all the pregnant women?

Why did he give King Pul of Syria lots of money? 

Do we have these kind of things happening today?

After Men'a-hem, the next King was Pekahiah.  He reigned for 2 years.

He did evil in the sight of the Lord.

Pekah, his captain, conspired with 50 others and killed him in the palace.

Then Pekah ruled for 20 years.

Hoshea killed Pekah and he reign for 9 years.

Jotham reigned over Judah for 25 years. 

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Mrs.Thelma Newman, a long time member of Warner Baptist Church and Bailey's Crossroads, VA passed away on June 14th, 2014

Article 8 Volume 4                                                                                         June 17, 2014

             Death Notice: Mrs. Thelma Newman

 Mrs.Thelma Newman, a long time member of Warner Baptist Church and the Bailey's Crossroads Community passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Deacon Lawrence Newman. He was a former deacon at Warner Baptist.

Mrs. Newman's funeral service will be at Warner Baptist Church on Friday, June 20, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.  A viewing and Wake Service will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Mrs. Newman is survived by her daughter Gwendolyn Marshall and son Lawrence "Lonnie" Newman and a host of family members and friends.

More details will be published when they become available.

The church is located at 3613 Lacy Blvd, Falls Church VA

Telephone Number to the church is (703) 820-6633

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Copyright 2014. Grady E. Bryant, Sr.

Warner Baptist Vacation Bible School from Monday, June 16th through Friday, June 20th, 2014. Classes for all ages

Article 6 Volume 4                                                           June 3, 2014

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 

The community and public at large are invited to attend Warner Baptist Church's annual Vacation Bible School during the week of June 16th-20th, 2014 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This year's theme is "Jungle Safari where kids explore the nature of God."

There will be classes for all ages. The curriculum this year include Bible Study and craft projects for all classes. In addition, there will be snacks, music and games, and lots of fun.

 Sister Rosalie Lyle-Williams is the director and Reverend Matthew J. Pearson is the pastor.

The teaching staff is loaded with Bible knowledgeable teachers.

 You are invited. So, come on out and enjoy the experience and learn more about "Gods Word".

The church is located at 3613 Lacy Blvd, Falls Church, VA. The telephone number is 703-820-6633.


Copyright 2014. Grady E. Bryant













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Rev. John Nicholas, pastor of St John Baptist, Arlington, VA was the guest preacher for the Annual Usher's Day Celebration on June 1, 2014