Opened Scriptures Bible Studies

This Psalm is a prayer of King David and as such, it is a prayer for all believers in Christ to pray. When we pray to God what He says to us in His Word, then we can be assured that we will receive attention from our heavenly Father. Psalm 20:1-3  To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee;  2  Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion;  3  Remember all thy offerings, and accept thy burnt sacrifice; Selah.  This psalm beautifully expresses the Jewish people praying for their king. Their hope is that whatever battle David is preparing to undertake, that Jehovah will hear him and will strengthen their king. It is a beautiful prayer of the people of God in the Old Testament lifting up their king in prayer to the throne of God, appealing for divine assistance. The word  ”trouble” seems to indicate that David faced challenging difficulties or danger....

Psalm 19:7-8  The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.  8  The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.  In our last post we began to see how the Psalmist extolls the glory of the scriptures and he continues to do so in the next few verses. After speaking of the law of the LORD and His testimonies, David now speaks of God's statutes and commandments. The word "statute" is fairly broad and means mandates, precepts or rules given to any person to guide them in the path God wants us to walk on. Therefore, statutes include the whole law of God and our obedience is not a suggestion but rather a command for compliance from God. The verb form of the word statutes has the idea of God's word being set in place over us, to give us wholesome oversight. In fact, this Hebrew word is only translated "statutes" in this Psalm. In ev...

Here is where to find indexes to all Bible lessons posted on this blog since its inception in 2019. Click on the drop down menu and look for the archives tab. Then find the date listed below to find the appropriate index. I hope this will help you find lessons on a particular book of topic that we have studied through. An index for all lessons posted from 2019 through 2021 , was published on September 7, 2022. An index for all lessons posted in 2022 , was published J anuary 24, 2023. An index for all lessons posted in 202 3 was published on February 28, 2024.  An index for all lessons posted in 2024 was published on January 21, 2025. An index for all lessons posted in 2025 was published on January 24, 2026. Below is a link to the YouTube channel of Heritage Baptist Church in Smithville, Ohio, where I attend with my wonderful wife. As you know, Pastor Mike Alvis asked me to resume teaching the adult class and we have been looking at revival and our walk with Christ as we study ...

Psalm 19:7  The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.  The law of the Lord is a very broad phrase consisting of two streams of Divine Revelation. First, as the Psalmist has demonstrated, we have the visible heavens, and all the wonderful works of creation governed by the Word of God. Second, we have the Bible, Holy Spirit inspired scriptures composed of both the Old and New Testaments. Together, these may all be called the Law of the Lord and are given to instruct us, direct us, show us the straight and good way of life God has for all who trust Him. This is God’s system of instruction through which men are taught the knowledge of God and themselves, the knowledge of sin and salvation, and the knowledge of right worship and the worthy walk with Christ. Matthew 7:24-25  Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock:...

  Good morning to all of our wonderful Readers.... This past Wednesday Pastor Alvis had me fill the pulpit while he was away. I spoke about the Biblical principles that shape and govern Godly or sacred music. It is audio only but I hope that each of you who can listen to it will be blessed by seeing these truths from the scriptures. Principles For Godly Music                                     October 7 2026 1. All of life is to be lived for the glory of God.   1 Chronicles 16:26-29 Psalm 29:1-2  A Psalm of David. Give unto the LORD, O ye mighty, give unto the LORD glory and strength. 2  Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. Psalm 50:23  Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I ...