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John’s Baptism and New Testament Baptism

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

Through the years, I have been asked various questions about John’s baptism. Here are a few: (1) What was the purpose of John’s baptism? (2) What is the difference between John’s baptism and New Testament baptism? (3) Did those who … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth: (#2) Need/Opponents

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

The book of 2 Peter puts a premium on knowledge. The word knowledge appears in some form 16 times in this book. Why such an emphasis and value on knowledge? One source provides this answer, “Just as 1 Peter warned … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth: (#1) Ingredients

Posted on March 21, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

The key word in the book of 2 Peter is “knowledge.” It appears in some form 16 times [knowledge (1:2, 1:3; 1:5; 1:6; 1:8; 2:20; 3:18); know(s) (1:12; 2:9; 3:17); knowing (1:14; 1:20; 3:3); known (1:16; 2:21 x2)]. Value is … Continue reading →

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Pharoah’s Hard Heart

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

Pharoah’s hard heart resulted in much destruction. It was his hard heart which brought the plagues upon Egypt. It was his hard heart which brought about the death of his first-born son. It was his hard heart which lead to … Continue reading →

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5 Great Things: (#3) The Great Responsibility

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

Johnny Ramsey was one of the instructors when I attended Brown Trail School of Preaching. One of his classes was General Epistles (James – Jude). He taught us to remember each chapter by one key point. He provided the following … Continue reading →

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5 Great Things: (#2) The Great Example

Posted on January 17, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

Great persecution was coming on the early church. Peter wrote, “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange think happened to you” (1 Peter 4:12). It is not always … Continue reading →

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5 Great Things: (#1) The Great Salvation

Posted on January 11, 2022 by Bryan Hodge

The key word in the book of 1 Peter is “suffering.” It appears in some form 16 times [suffer (2:20; 3:14; 3:17; 4:15; 4:16; 4:19); suffered (2:21; 2:23; 3:18; 4:1(x2); 5:10); suffering(s) (1:11; 2:19; 4:13; 5:1)]. It was not easy … Continue reading →

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The Truly Wise

Posted on September 15, 2021 by Bryan Hodge

“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom” (James 3:13). The truly wise demonstrate their wisdom in two ways. (1) They demonstrate it by good … Continue reading →

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7 Spiritual Tests

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Bryan Hodge

The book of 1 John was written for four stated purposes: (1) “that your joy may be full” (1:4); (2) “so that you may not sin” (2:1); (3) “concerning those who try to deceive you” (2:26); (4) “that you may … Continue reading →

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Suggestions For Bible Students (Part 7)

Posted on December 7, 2017 by Bryan Hodge

This is the last part in this series. It is my hope that the thoughts in this series will help you to be a better student of the Bible. It is my belief that no book deserves to be studied … Continue reading →

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John’s Baptism and New Testament Baptism

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Spiritual Growth: (#1) Ingredients

5 Great Things: (#3) The Great Responsibility

5 Great Things: (#2) The Great Example

5 Great Things: (#1) The Great Salvation

The Truly Wise

Suggestions For Bible Students (Part 7)

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