Bible Studies
- Be an Active Lifesaver in the Ocean of LifeLife is cruel – some would say. Life is unfair – others would say. Life is a blessing – will be resounded by yet another group. Why all these different perspectives and takes on life? Some are drowning in the ocean of life having fallen in a pit of depression and confusion. Others are riding… Read more: Be an Active Lifesaver in the Ocean of Life
- Reject the Backslide – Reclaim your PurposeThere is a war between the saint and satan, and that so bloody one, that the cruelest which ever was fought by men will be found but sport and child’s play to this… The stage wheron this war is fought, is every man’s soul. William Gurnall (1616-1679), British Puritan preacher.. Everyone in this place tonight,… Read more: Reject the Backslide – Reclaim your Purpose
- Prayer Series: How to Pray – The Lord’s PrayerWe have quickly looked at some types and manners of prayer in the Prayer Series: Introduction (https://truthfocus.co.za/2023/01/21/prayer-series-introduction/), but now a fundamental part to expound on early in the series is the most important image of our daily prayer life as it is the example that our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ gave. What better example… Read more: Prayer Series: How to Pray – The Lord’s Prayer
- Relevance vs. ReverenceHave you ever heard the saying that “culture is outgrowing the Bible”, or “Religion is not culturally acceptable anymore”. This leads to churches and Christians concluding that we must hype up the Gospel message to make it look appealing to the masses. Hence this discussion of relevance vs reverance and what role it plays in… Read more: Relevance vs. Reverence
- Jesus is more than enoughI believe there is much more to Christianity than everyone is experiencing and that more is – Jesus. You see, the problem is that we become infatuated with other things that tend to interfere with our direct relationship with Jesus. We all know about the bad things that cause that interference, but I want to… Read more: Jesus is more than enough
- Doubt – Away With You!O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt? (Mat 14:31) An all-time piercing question asked by Jesus when Peter got swallowed in Fear after having one of the most glorious triumphs any follower of Christ has had in the past. Picture this scene logically – Peter literally walked on water – the impossible was… Read more: Doubt – Away With You!
- Idols in our midst…Today we are reading from the book of Acts chapter 17, where Paul was waiting for Silas and Timotheus in Athens. Paul addresses the Athenians in verse 22 saying that in all things they are too superstitions. The state of the Athenians is revealed in just a few verses before, to which in modern day… Read more: Idols in our midst…
- What is your frame of reference?If we read parts of Mark 6 and John 7, we see a people filled with speculation! They were speculating so much among themselves – who Jesus is, where He came from and what He came to do here on earth that they missed the whole point of that which is important! They missed it,… Read more: What is your frame of reference?
- Trust God for the VictoryIn the past there were probably attempts of comfort through words like, “The Lord will fight for you, you need to be still.” Exodus 14:14. What does it really mean in my life? As this is Old Testament scripture, does it have relevance on me? How can I apply it in my life? These words… Read more: Trust God for the Victory
- Biblical, New Testament WatchmenMany people see themselves as watchmen today, but do more damage than good. You can never be a New Testament, biblical watchmen and warn people of the “wrong”, but not give them the “right” simultaneously or in succession. You see the big problem is that it usually takes too much time to teach people the… Read more: Biblical, New Testament Watchmen
- Keeping CourseHebrews 12:1-2 1Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; Who… Read more: Keeping Course
- Biblical Debate – Yes/No – Why?Have you ever heard non-Christians saying things like “Why are there so many opinions about the Bible?”, “Christians can’t even agree on a single topic.”, “Which Church is right at the end of the day?”? This is a serious problem facing the Body of Christ and I don’t deem it possible to take this matter… Read more: Biblical Debate – Yes/No – Why?
- Is God inactive?For today’s study we’ll look to and meditate upon Psalm 77. Dividing it into two main parts; the first being from verses 1-9 and the second being verses 11-20. Please read with me, don’t just take my word for it, study the Word of God and discern if the doctrine is accurate according to Scripture.… Read more: Is God inactive?
- Does your life and the special message you will speak in your dying moments correlate?Think about it for a moment. If you knew you were going to die within the next few days, what will your last words be, and to whom will you say it? Usually it will be said to someone dear to you, nevertheless, what will it be about? Everyone will agree that the right thing… Read more: Does your life and the special message you will speak in your dying moments correlate?
- “Is there anything too hard for Me?”Abraham and Sarah, Jeremiah, Mary, and the rich man all found themselves in seemingly absurd, ridiculous and impossible situations; and yet we see how a feast is prepared for them in the midst of their ‘wilderness’. Let’s dive in! In Genesis 17:15-21 and Genesis 18:9-15 we read of Abraham and Sarah receiving a promise of… Read more: “Is there anything too hard for Me?”
- Appointed and EquippedPsalm 24:1 The earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. This our starting point for today’s entry. To fully realize our purpose on earth we must firstly acknowledge and believe the authority and rule of God! We are not our own, we belong to the Lord and it’s… Read more: Appointed and Equipped
- Take Control of the Sowing Process of your soulEver thought about yourself as field to be cultivated? We have gates to our soul – our eyes, ears, mouth and hands. The actions of these parts directly influence the health of your soul. Do you realize that with every conversation you have, seeds are being sown in your lands? With every movie you watch.… Read more: Take Control of the Sowing Process of your soul
- Faith or Fear? Fight or Flight?One of satan’s greatest tools in paralyzing believers is fear. He cleverly uses it to manipulate believers out of the purpose they were created for, leading them astray. And the world is falling even further into his trap through submitting unto evil and committing evil, creating further chaos to which so many fall prey and… Read more: Faith or Fear? Fight or Flight?
- Thankfulness: How a grateful heart is pleasing unto the Lord.How wonderful to know that God is not silent and that He reveals Himself to us through His Word when we seek Him with a sincere and earnest heart. (Jeremiah 29:13) An even greater thought is the fact that we can know God and that we are known by God when we follow His Word… Read more: Thankfulness: How a grateful heart is pleasing unto the Lord.
- Are you Saved or Selfish?It’s only by God’s grace that we have a chance to go to heaven! All the grace contained in (the Bible) is owing to Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour; and, unless we consent to Him as our Lord we cannot expect any benefit by Him as our Saviour. Matthew Henry Through many dangers,… Read more: Are you Saved or Selfish?
- Ambassadors for Jesus: Redeeming the Time!Ambassadors for Jesus Christ and the redemption of time – two separate concepts and yet both of them intricately connected. The Christian life can be explained only in terms of Jesus Christ, and if your life as a Christian can still be explained in terms of you – your personality, your willpower, your gift, your… Read more: Ambassadors for Jesus: Redeeming the Time!
- Upon What Does Your Identification Find It’s Support?A bluntly mediocre question I want to pose is: Who are you? No, I mean who are you REALLY? Your name and surname (or your twelve other middle names) will not suffice to answer this question. You need to start thinking deep. Remember, you are currently alone, probably reading this silently to yourself so don’t… Read more: Upon What Does Your Identification Find It’s Support?
- Grace and Peace – Special Culmination of the GospelYou probably notice whilst reading almost any of the Pauline Epistles that Paul’s greetings are usually more or less the same. The question then is: Was it habitual or theologically intentional? The Word of God is God-breathed and inspired, so it is crucial to put emphasis on every single word in the Bible, because it… Read more: Grace and Peace – Special Culmination of the Gospel
- Coming from the land of Chaldeans…For this study I want to take you to the book of Genesis chapter 11 & primarily chapter 12. Too often we find ourselves caught up in the mundane of every day life and we tend to forget God’s faithfulness throughout our lives. We come across occurrences that may seem random, whilst not being random… Read more: Coming from the land of Chaldeans…
- Decide now, stand foreverLuke 6:46 – And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? The Body of Christ is faced with one of the devil’s greatest and most successful tactics at hand – indecisiveness. If the devil can succeed in getting a man of God to be indecisive in matters of… Read more: Decide now, stand forever
- Rooted in Christ Jesus: Where do you stand?I want to start this study by sharing a story of what happened to me a while ago. We went to visit a friend the other day on a very, very cold day (-24 degrees Celsius), who invited us for lunch the very first time. He lives in our compound, so it’s too close to… Read more: Rooted in Christ Jesus: Where do you stand?
- Jesus, Our Lord God and Faithful Promise KeeperI want to take you back to two of the prophets in the Old Testament – Micah and Malachi. Micah 5:2-5 But you, Bethlehem and Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are… Read more: Jesus, Our Lord God and Faithful Promise Keeper
- Imitators of Christ: Taking heed to the callWe as Christians are called to be imitators of Christ. Imitators in all aspects of our lives – not to just talk the talk, but to actually also walk the walk. Being an imitator can be defined as a person who copies the behaviour or actions of another. And in the case of believers –… Read more: Imitators of Christ: Taking heed to the call
- Let Falsehood Succumb and Truth Conquer, God’s Kingdom will ReignPilate inquired of Jesus what He did wrong, He is a Jew after all. His own nation and high priests accused Him and delivered Him to be crucified. What is going on? Jesus answered him in such a manner that no human interpretation would suffice John 18:36 “My kingdom is not of this world: if… Read more: Let Falsehood Succumb and Truth Conquer, God’s Kingdom will Reign
- Walk WorthyEphesians 4:1-3 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. “Walk Worthy” is such a powerful combination of… Read more: Walk Worthy
- The Four Men: Make Your ChoiceThe other day I took an old dusty book from the shelf, which I probably got for free in someone’s throw away books. It was titled “The Four Men”. I did not expect much from the book, though, but nevertheless I opened it up and dived right in. The results were tear-inspiring and I realized… Read more: The Four Men: Make Your Choice
- Jesus – All or Nothing – There is no other optionSeek First Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. This verse is the only necessary introduction. Most people in life seek after things the world can give – money, luxury, fame etc. and then in addition to all those things… Read more: Jesus – All or Nothing – There is no other option