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Biblical FoundationsWhen Jesus Prayed for You John 17:20-26From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-11-2050 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Prayer of Jesus John 17:1-19From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-11-0654 min
Biblical FoundationsEncouragement for Those Left Behind John 16:16-33From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-10-3055 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Role of the Holy Spirit" John 16:5-15From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church.
2021-10-2350 min
Biblical Foundations"Spiritual Warfare" John 15:18-16:5From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church. The Lesson Video can be viewed at this link: CLICK HERE for VIDEO
2021-10-0955 min
Biblical Foundations"Earthly Angels" John 15:12-17From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church. CLICK HERE for Video Link
2021-09-1849 min
Biblical FoundationsAbiding John 15 (Part 1)From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church. CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO OPTION
2021-09-1157 min
Biblical FoundationsOvercoming Fears John 14:25-31From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist ChurchLink to Video
2021-08-2857 min
Biblical FoundationsTruth for Troubled Hearts John 14:1-24From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church Link to Video
2021-08-211h 03
Biblical FoundationsThe Greatest Love John 13:31-35From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist ChurchLink to Video
2021-08-0749 min
Biblical FoundationsFaith of Our Fathers - Thomas Jefferson 2 Timothy 3:16-17From his teaching Series: Faith of Our Fathers, this lesson on Thomas Jefferson was taught on Fourth of July 2021 by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church to view video Click this Link.
2021-07-0948 min
Biblical FoundationsInsights on Judas Iscariot (Part 1) John 13:18-30From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church. CLICK for VIDEO Lesson.
2021-07-0352 min
Biblical FoundationsLove on its Knees John 13:1-15From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist ChurchLink to Video
2021-06-2649 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons from The Final Week John 12:30-50From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-05-2945 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons when Your World is Crashing Down John 12:20-30From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church. To view video lesson, here is the link: CLICK HERE
2021-05-1450 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From Palm Sunday; Hosanna To The King John 12:9-19From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-05-0749 min
Biblical FoundationsWhat Shall We Do With Jesus? Insight on Love and Hate John 11:47-12:8From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-04-231h 02
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons from Lazarus (Part 2) John 11:17-46From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-04-171h 04
Biblical FoundationsAnswering Life's Hardest Questions (Lazarus, Part 1) John 11:1-16From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-04-011h 02
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons in Winter John 10:22-42From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-03-261h 00
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons from The Good Shepherd John 10:1-21From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-03-181h 03
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From A (Former) Blind Man, John 9:1-38From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-03-121h 01
Biblical FoundationsThe Truth Will Make You Free, John 8:21-59Christopher W. Martin © 2020From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-03-0459 min
Biblical FoundationsJesus Said I Am The Light of The World, John 8:12-20From his Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-02-0954 min
Biblical FoundationsPeople or Things, John 8:1-11From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church.
2021-02-0456 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons from Jesus in Jerusalem part 3 John 7:40-53From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-01-2753 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons from Jesus Return to Jerusalem John 7:1-39This lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-01-1956 min
Biblical FoundationsJesus - The Bread of Life (Part 2) John 6:41-71From his teaching Series: Gospel of JohnThis lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-01-121h 00
Biblical FoundationsJesus - The Bread of Life John 6:22-40From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2021-01-0658 min
Biblical FoundationsSurviving the Storms of Life John 6:16-21From his teaching Series: Gospel of Johnt his lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-12-2352 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From Jesus' Feeding of The Multitude John 6:1-15From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-12-1752 min
Biblical FoundationsEvidence For The Defense John 5:31-47From his teaching Series: Gospel of JohnThis lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-12-1151 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Startling Claims of Jesus John 5:19-30From his teaching Series: Gospel of JohnThis lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-11-2554 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From the Pool of Bethesda John 5:1-18Christopher W. Martin © 2020From his teaching Series: Gospel of JohnThis lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-11-2059 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From the First Healing in Galilee, John 4:43-54From his teaching Series: Gospel of JohnThis lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-11-1157 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From a Woman and a Well, Part 2, John 4:27-42From his teaching Series: Gospel of John, this lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-11-0551 min
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons from a Woman and a Well, John 4:1-26From his teaching Series: Gospel of JohnThis lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-10-291h 05
Biblical FoundationsLife Lessons From John The Baptist Part 2, John 3:22-36Christopher W. Martin © 2020From his teaching Series: Gospel of John. This lesson is a part of a one year study by Christopher W Martin teaching the Biblical Foundations Bible Study class at Houston's First Baptist Church
2020-10-2050 min
Biblical FoundationsJohn: The Beloved DiscipleThis lesson was presented by Christopher W Martin as he prepares to begin an indepth study series of The Gospel according to John. The lesson is available at this link CLICK FOR VIDEO.This character study on the Disciple John is the introduction to a study on the Gospel of John which focuses on things we know about his life from both Scripture and extra-Biblical literature and draws several life lessons for us from his life. The study is a part of the weekly Bible study ministry of the Biblical Foundations Bible Study at Houston's First Baptist Ch...
2020-08-081h 00
Biblical FoundationsLessons From Paul's DeathThis lesson was produced on top of Vail Mountain and is available on Christopher W. Martin's Youtube Channel at this link; CLICK HERE
2020-07-2342 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life & Teaching of Paul 1 Timothy Part 3 Doing Church God's WayCLICK HERE FOR VIDEOArtist: Christopher W. Martin © 2020Title: The Life & Teaching of Paul 1 Timothy Part 3 Doing Church God's Way
2020-05-2250 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life & Teaching of Paul The Letter to Titus Stuck Where You Don’t Want to BeCLICK HERE FOR VIDEO PRESENTATIONBible Study Houston, Biblical Foundations Bible Study,Christopher W. Martin © 2020www.biblestudyhouston.comThe Life & Teaching of PaulThe Letter to Titus Stuck Where You Don’t Want to Be
2020-05-0149 min
Biblical FoundationsResurrection Living in Every Aspect of Life (Colossians part 4) Colossians 3:18-4:18The Life & Teaching of PaulResurrection Living in Every Aspect of Life (Colossians part 4)Colossians 3:18-4:18Christopher W. Martin © 2020I. Background· Context· Authentic Christianity (1:3-14)· The Person and Work of Christ (1:15-23)· A Proper Perspective on Life’s Problems (1:24-2:7)· Dealing with Thought Dangers (2:8-23) A Note on Dead while Living and Living while Dead (2:12-14)· Resurrection Living (3:1-17) With Our Minds (v.1-4) With Our Bodies (v.5-9a) In Our Daily Lives (v.9b...
2020-03-0554 min
Biblical FoundationsResurrection Living (Colossians part 3) Colossians 3:1-17Colossians 3:1-17Christopher W. Martin © 2020I. BackgroundContexto The City & Church of Colossaeo Religious &Philosophical ideaso The Theme &Message of Colossians Authentic Christianity (1:3-14) The Person and Work of Christ (1:15-23)A Proper Perspective on Life’s Problems (1:24-2:7)Dealing with Thought Dangers (2:8-23)A Note on Dead while Living and Living while Dead (2:12-14)II. Resurrection Living (3:1-17) With Our Minds (v.1-4)o Remindero Resp...
2020-02-2654 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life We Have & The Life We Want (Colossians part 2) Colossians 1:24-2:23The Life & Teaching of PaulThe Life We Have & The Life We Want (Colossians part 2)Colossians 1:24-2:23Christopher W. Martin © 2020Background ContextThe City & Church of ColossaeReligious & Philosophical ideasThe Theme & Message of Colossians Authentic ChristianityEvidence of Authentic Christianity (1:3-8)Sharing ourselves & Sharing our faith Goals of Authentic Christianity (1:9-14)Spiritual WisdomBearing FruitIncreasing in the knowledge of GodStrengthened for EnduranceLivi...
2020-02-211h 00
Biblical FoundationsUnderstanding Who Jesus Christ Is (Colossians part 1) Colossians 1The Life & Teaching of PaulUnderstanding Who Jesus Christ Is (Colossians part 1)Colossians 1Christopher W. Martin © 2020 Introduction Our writer: Paul under house arrest in Rome The City of Colossae The Church of Colossae The Issues Religious issues Philosophical ideas The Theme of Colossians (3:11) The Message of Colossians – then and now Praise & Prayer: Reflections on Authentic Christianity Greetings (1:1-2) A note on Timothy A note on our identity as “saints” Thanksgiving: Evidence of Authentic Christianity (1:3-8) Sharing ourselves Sharing...
2020-02-1449 min
Biblical FoundationsSpiritual Warfare; Ephesians part 4 Ephesians 6:10-24The Life & Teaching of PaulSpiritual Warfare; Ephesians part 4Ephesians 6:10-24Christopher W. Martin © 2020I. Context● Our Position in Christo What Christ has done FOR us. (Ch. 1)o What Christ has done IN us. (Ch. 2)o What Christ has done BETWEEN us (Ch. 3)● The Life Worth Livingo The Christian’s Personal Walk (4:1-6)o The Christian’s Personal Gifts (4:7-11)o The Christian’s Personal Maturity (4:12-16)o The...
2020-01-3054 min
Biblical FoundationsOur Daily Walk (Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, Part 3) Ephesians 5:1-6:9The Life & Teaching of PaulOur Daily Walk (Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, Part 3)Ephesians 5:1-6:9Christopher W. Martin © 2020Textual ContextOur Position in ChristWhat Christ has done FOR us. (Ch. 1)What Christ has done IN us. (Ch. 2)What Christ has done BETWEEN us (Ch. 3) The Life Worth LivingThe Christian’s Personal Walk (4:1-6)The Christian’s Personal Gifts (4:7-11)The Christian’s Personal Maturity (4:12-16)The Christian’s Personal Renewal (4:1...
2020-01-2346 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life Worth Living (Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, Part 2) Ephesians 4The Life & Teaching of PaulThe Life Worth Living (Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, Part 2)Ephesians 4Christopher W. Martin © 2020I. Textual ContextOur Position in ChristWhat Christ has done FOR us. (Ch. 1)What Christ has done IN us. (Ch. 2)What Christ has done BETWEEN us (Ch. 3) Paul’s Teaching Method and Our ApplicationII. The Life Worth LivingA. The Christian’s Personal Walk (4:1-6)The CallThe CharacteristicsThe Caus...
2020-01-1655 min
Biblical FoundationsOur Position in Christ: The Life & Teaching of Paul Ephesians, Part 1 Ephesians 1-3The Life & Times of PaulOur Position in Christ Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, Part 1 Ephesians 1-3Christopher W. Martin © 2020I. BackgroundPaul under House Arrest in RomeThe Church at EphesusPaul’s Themes in this letterKey WordsChristGraceRichesFullness/FilledThe Mystery of the ChurchThe Church as Christ’s BodyII. Our Position in Christ A. What...
2020-01-0955 min
Biblical FoundationsPaul’s Letter to Philemon; Philemon 1-25The Life & Teaching of PaulPaul’s Letter to PhilemonPhilemonChristopher W. Martin © 2019IntroductionThe SettingThe Recipient: Philemon – a wealthy Greek Christian landowner from Colossae.The Subject: Onesimus – Philemon’s runaway slave, who was also a Christian, and a thief. The Historical Background of Slavery in Rome in 61-62 A.D. The Character of Philemon (v. 1-7) (Paul’s Praise – Looking Back)His Family (v.1-3)His Praise (v. 4-7)A Note on the Historical...
2019-12-2846 min
Biblical FoundationsPaul’s Letter to thePhilippians Part 2 Philippians, Chapters 3- 4The Life & Times of PaulOur Position in Christ Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, Part 1 Ephesians 1-3Christopher W. Martin © 2020I. BackgroundPaul under House Arrest in RomeThe Church at EphesusPaul’s Themes in this letterKey WordsChristGraceRichesFullness/FilledThe Mystery of the ChurchThe Church as Christ’s BodyII. Our Position in Christ A. What Christ has done FOR Us...
2019-12-2255 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life & Teaching of Paul Paul’s Letter to the Philippians: Philippians 1 & 2The Life & Teaching of PaulPaul’s Letter to the PhilippiansPhilippians 1 & 2Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction• An Epistle of JoyJoy vs. Happiness• A Prison Epistle • A Christological Epistle • Outline:o Christ My Life: Christ is within me and is my life. (Chap. 1) o Christ My Example: Christ is behind me and is my guide. (Chap. 2) o Christ My Goal: Christ is ahead of me and is my prize. (Chap. 3)o Christ My S...
2019-12-1456 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life & Teaching of Paul God’s Incomprehensible Paradox Acts 28The Life & Teaching of PaulGod’s Incomprehensible ParadoxActs 28Christopher W. Martin © 2019 Context God’s Incomprehensible Paradox God’s Protection (v.1-6) A Note on Paul’s Faith A Note on Paul’s Protection God’s Healing (v.7-10) A Note on Paul’s Miraculous Healing Life Lesson: Beware of people who only want your __________. Historical Note: God’s Encouragement (v.11-15) God’s Blessing (v.16) His Circumstance His Opportunities God’s Providence (v.17-22) A Note on Jobs You Have NOT...
2019-11-2850 min
Biblical FoundationsPictures of Certainty in an Uncertain World Acts 27The Life & Teaching of PaulPictures of Certainty in an Uncertain World Acts 27Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. The Setting• Paul’s Imprisonment • Paul’s Voyage (v.1-8)• Paul’s Warning (v.9-12)A Picture of Our Witnessing II. The Storm (v.13-26)• An Unexpected Storm (v.13-17a)A Picture of Life• A Ubiquitous Desperation (v.17b-18)A Picture of FearA Picture of Dishea...
2019-11-2351 min
Biblical FoundationsPsychology 101: Understanding How People Deal with Your Faith, Acts 25 – 26The Life & Teaching of PaulPsychology 101: Understanding How People Deal with Your FaithActs 25 – 26Christopher W. Martin © 2019ContextUnderstanding How People Deal with Your FaithThey Ignore You (24:27)They Try to Hurt You (25:1-3)They Lie About You (25:7)They Try to Get Rid of You (25:9)A Note on Paul’s Appeal to Caesar (25:11-12)They are Perplexed by You (25:23-27)They Think You are Crazy (26:24)How Paul Dealt with Opposition He Waited...
2019-11-0956 min
Biblical FoundationsDealing with the Life You Don’t Want Acts 22:24 – 24:27The Life & Teaching of PaulDealing with the Life You Don’t WantActs 22:24 – 24:27Christopher W. Martin © 2019ContextDealing with the Life You Don’t WantLooked Down Upon (22:24-29)Assaulted (22:30-23:2)The Cause of Great Dissension (23:3-11)Wanted Dead (23:12-35)Lied About (24:1-9)Not Listened To (24:10-23)Manipulated (24:24-26)Waiting on God (24:27)Conclusion
2019-10-2554 min
Biblical FoundationsLife & Teaching of Paul How to Witness Acts 21:37-22:22Acts 21:37-22:22Christopher W. Martin © 2019The Setting in Jerusalem The Jews (21:27-36)The Romans (21:37-40)The Most Important Unsuccessful Sermon in History (Chap. 22)How to WitnessRelate (21:40)Tender (22:1)Your Past Life (22:3-5)Your Conversion (22:6-10)God’s Calling of YouThe Two Most Important Questions of Life A Note on Those Not CalledA Picture of Conversion (22:11-16)SurrenderedDiscipled Called to Use Your GiftsB...
2019-10-1753 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life & Teaching of Paul Love & Hate Acts 21The Life & Teaching of Paul Love & Hate Acts 21Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Background A. Paul’s Successes B. The Long Road Home (v.1-3)II. Paul: Encouraged with Love (v.4 – 20a)A. In Tyre (v.4 – v.6)• A warning in love• A departure with loveB. In Caesarea (v. 7-14) • A louder warning in love• Silent in loveC. An evening with Mnason (v.15-16)D. In Jerusalem (v.17-20a)• Welcomed in love• Wors...
2019-10-1249 min
Biblical FoundationsLessons for Lay Leaders Acts 20:13-38The Life & Teaching of PaulLessons for Lay LeadersActs 20: 13-38Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. ContextA. Where we’ve been and where we’re going Paul’s JourneysPaul’s Letterso Galatianso 1 & 2 Thessalonianso 1 & 2 Corinthianso RomansPaul’s Transition Paul’s Imprisonmentso 1 st Imprisonment Philemon ColossiansPhilippianso Liberty LettersTit...
2019-09-2747 min
Biblical FoundationsLiving with Porcupines (Romans part 7) Romans 13-16The Life & Teaching of PaulLiving with Porcupines (Romans part 7)Romans 13-16Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. ContextSalvation by Faith Alone through God’s Grace (Romans 1-7) Living in Wretchedness (Romans 8)The Sovereignty of God (Chapter 9)The Justice of God (Chapter 10)God’s Love & Our Love (Chapter 11-12)o Transition – Loving the Un-loveable (13:8-10)II. Dealing with People who are PorcupinesA. Wake Up! (13:11-14) Our Alarm Sounds (v...
2019-09-2049 min
Biblical FoundationsGod’s Love & Our Love (Romans part 6) Romans 11:1-13:10The Life & Teaching of PaulGod’s Love & Our Love (Romans part 6)Romans 11:1-13:10Christopher W. Martin © 2019• Context• Salvation by Faith Alone through God’s Grace (Romans 1-7)• Living in Wretchedness (Romans 8)• The Sovereignty of God (Chapter 9)Predestination Truths & Questions• The Justice of God (Chapter 10)II. The Faithfulness of God’s Love (Chapter 11)• Understanding the Issue (11:1a)o The Identification Issueo The Rejection Issue • Discovering God’s Plano Proof that God has not...
2019-08-3055 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life & Teaching of Paul: Predestination, Responsibility and Our Future (Romans part 5) Romans 9-11The Life & Teaching of PaulPredestination, Responsibility and Our Future (Romans part 5)Romans 9-11Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Context• Salvation by Faith Alone through God’s Grace (Romans 1-7)• Living in Wretchedness (Romans 8)• A Proper Perspectiveo Who is Against Us?o Who Condemns Us?o Who Loves Us?II. The Sovereignty of God (Chapter 9)• Predestination Truths o Predestination begins with the sovereign choices of God (9:6-13)o Prede...
2019-08-2352 min
Biblical FoundationsLiving the Life of Faith & Grace (Romans part 4) Romans 5:12-8:39The Life & Teaching of PaulLiving the Life of Faith & Grace (Romans part 4)Romans 5:12-8:39Christopher W. Martin © 2018I. Paul’s Letter to Rome (so far) The Gospel (part 1) The Biggest Questions of Life (part 2) Understanding Salvation (part 3)II. Living the Life of Faith & GraceA. Dealing with Guilt (5:12-21) Historical perspective Sin Law Living in GraceB. Dealing with Sin (6:1-14) Identification Walking in newness of life Consider...
2019-08-171h 00
Biblical FoundationsUnderstanding Salvation Old Testament Style (Romans, Part 3) Romans 4:1 – 5:11The Life & Teaching of PaulUnderstanding Salvation: Old Testament Style (Romans part 3)Romans 4:1 – 5:11Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Review of RomansII. Understanding Salvation A. Understanding Abraham (4:1-3)• A Theoretical Condition (v.2)• A Biblical Fact (v.3)B. Illustrations• Wages (v.4)• Gifts (v.5-8)C. Answering Questions (v.9-15)• Does Circumcision Help? (v.9-12)• Does Following the Law Help? (v.13-15)D. Why must it be by Faith?• The Principle of Grace...
2019-08-1052 min
Biblical FoundationsReflections on Church Acts 20: 1-12The Life & Teaching of PaulReflections on Church Acts 20: 1-12Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Paul’s Journeys· 1st & 2nd Missionary Journeys· 3rd Missionary JourneyII. Life Lessons from the return to EuropeA. Leaving Ephesus (v.1) Life Lesson: God doesn’t call anyone to _______ ______. B. The Return to Macedonia (v.2a)_______________ is the key to Christian growth. C. Back to Corinth (v.2b-3a)D. Back to Macedonia (v.3b-6) With his “discipl...
2019-07-1753 min
Biblical FoundationsSpiritual Authority 2 Corinthians Part 5 2 Corinthians 10-13 The Life & Teaching of PaulSpiritual Authority (2 Corinthians Part 5)2 Corinthians 10-13Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction: · Roles· 3 Problemso The Failure to Assume Proper Biblical Authority o The Failure to Exercise Proper Biblical Authority o The Failure to Follow Proper Biblical Authority II. Spiritual AuthorityA. Authority Principals 1. The Misunderstanding of Spiritual Authority (10:1-2, 7 & 11)2. The War Against Spiritual Authority (10:3-5)3. The Source of Spiritual Authority (10:7 -8, 13 & 18)4. The Goal of Spiritual...
2019-07-0653 min
Biblical FoundationsA Proper Perspective on Change 2 Corinthians Part 4 2 Corinthians 6-8The Life & Teaching of PaulA Proper Perspective on Change (2 Corinthians Part 4)2 Corinthians 6-8Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction· The Implications of Our Sin Nature: o We Desire to Change _________ not ___________. o We Hate Change to ____ ___________. · A Proper Perspective on Changeo The Things of Earth Change (4:16-18)o The Things of Heaven Never Change Mal. 3:6 Hebrews 13:8 James 1:17)· A Proper Prospective on Being a Christiano The Lifelong Growth of the Bel...
2019-06-2556 min
Biblical FoundationsDealing with Death: 2 Corinthians Part 3 2 Corinthians 5:1-17 The Life & Times of PaulDealing with Death: 2 Corinthians Part 32 Corinthians 5:1-17Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. IntroductionII. Dealing with DeathA. Our Heavenly Body (v.1)· “For we know…”· “earthly tent…”· “building from God…”· “not made with hands…”Heb.9:11B. Our Earthly Bodies (v.2-4)C. Purposed and pledged (v.5)D. Two “Homes” (v. 6-8)· Our earthly home· Our heavenly home· ImplicationsIII. The Judgement Seat of Christ (v.9-10)
2019-06-1649 min
Biblical Foundations2 Corinthians 3-4: How Then Shall We Live? 2 Corinthians 3-4 (Part 2)Christopher W. Martin © 2019The Life & Teaching of PaulTitle: 2 Corinthians: How Then Shall We Live? 2 Corinthians 3-4 (Part 2)Comments: Bible Study Houston, Biblical Foundations Bible Study, www.biblestudyhouston.comArtist: Christopher W MartinAlbum: The Life & Teaching of Paul Year 2019#: 2Genre: The Life & Teaching of PaulSeason 4 Episode 15
2019-06-101h 04
Biblical Foundations2 Corinthians: Christianity Survival 101 2 Corinthians 1 -2 (Part 1)The Life Times of Paul2 Corinthians: Christianity Survival 1012 Corinthians 1 -2 (Part 1)Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. IntroductionII. Comfort Through Suffering (1:1-11)The Person of Comfort (v.1-4)The Purpose of Comfort (v.5-7)The Power of Comfort (v.8-10)The Prayers of Comfort (v.11)III. Confidence When Attacked (1:12-2:4)Transparent (v.12-14)Loyalty (v.15-16)Honesty & Reliability (v. 17-20)Sensitivity (v.1:21-2:1)Understanding (v.2-3)Love (v.4)
2019-06-0355 min
Biblical Foundations1 Corinthians Part 5: Resurrection Reality 1 Corinthians 15 The Life & Teaching of Paul1 Corinthians Part 5: Resurrection Reality 1 Corinthians 15Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction to Life After Death· Observation on Cultural Perspectiveso Uniqueness o Speculation · Observation on Greek “Dualism” o The Sacredo The Profane· Greek Influenceo Sadduceeso Early Christian · Overview to the Resurrection o Realo Rejoiningo Renewalo ReversalII. Resurrection Reality (1 Cor. 15)· It’s Foundational (v.1...
2019-05-2351 min
Biblical FoundationsSpiritual Gifts, part 2 The Truth About Tongues 1 Corinthians 14 The Life & Teaching of PaulSpiritual Gifts, part 2The Truth About Tongues1 Corinthians 14Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction to Tongues· First Century: Acts 2o The Source (2:1-4)o The Miracle (2:5-11)o The Purpose (2:14-21)o The Situation in Corinth· 20the Centuryo Holiness Movement o Pentecostal Movement o Charismatic MovementØ Characteristics Ø Concerns· Why “uniquely American”?1) _________2) ____________3) __________________4) __________________5...
2019-05-1353 min
Biblical FoundationsSpiritual Gifts, part 1 - 1 Corinthians 12-13 The Life & Teaching of PaulSpiritual Gifts, part 11 Corinthians 12-13Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. The Problem in Corinth· Gifts in the early church· God’s Blueprint o Romans 12:4-6o Ephesians 4:16· Non-Use & Abuse II. Understanding & Properly Using Your Spiritual GiftsA. The Source and Purpose of Spiritual Gifts (12:4-7)· Varieties · Source· PurposeB. Types of Spiritual Gifts (12:8-11 & other texts)· From “the 4 lists” A note on Timing & Developm...
2019-05-0759 min
Biblical Foundations1 Corinthians (part 2): Living in Liberty 1 Corinthians 5 - 10Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction· The Situation in Corinth· Division within the Church · Why are we Still Here?II. Living in LibertyA. The Huge Question:10:23:9:1-6 B. Application:· When You’re Wronged (6:1-11) · Pursuing Pleasure (6:12-20) · Being Married (7:1-40) · That Which Causes Others to Stumble (8:1-13) · Freedom with a Heart of Servitude (9:19-23)· Freedom with Discipline (9:24-27)C. Dealing with Temptation (10::1-13)D. Living the B...
2019-04-2958 min
Biblical Foundations1 Corinthians (part 1): Dealing with Disagreement & Division The Life & Teaching of Paul1 Corinthians (part 1): Dealing with Disagreement & Division1 Corinthians 1 - 4Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction· The Implications of a very important question The Question:1) The “Misunderstood Letter” (see 1 Cor. 5:9-11)2) 1 Corinthians (see 1 Cor. 7:1)3) The “Sorrowful Letter” (see 2 Cor. 2:1-11 & 7:8)4) 2 Corinthians (see 2 Cor 6:3-10; 11:23-27; 12:7-10)The Options:Option 1: Option 2: · Corinth and its ChurchEconomic Cultural Christian The Big Problem: II. The Danger of D...
2019-04-191h 01
Biblical FoundationsGods Providence in Ephesus Acts 19 23-41 The Life and Teaching of PaulGod’s Providence in EphesusActs 19:23-41Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Setting the Stage· Starting the 3rd Missionary Journey – in Ephesus o 12 Discipleso The School of Tyrannuso Demonic Opposition & Blessingo 3 Productive Yearso Teaching and Working · The Offering (v. 21-22) (Romans 15:25-27; 1 Cor. 16:1-4; 2 Cor. 8 & 9)· Blessing and Opposition (1 Corinthians 16: 8-9) · Background on Artemis / Diana o In the Roman Empire o In Ephesus
2019-04-0954 min
Biblical FoundationsDiscipleship Personified Acts 19:1-20The Life and Teaching of PaulDiscipleship PersonifiedActs 19:1-20Christopher W. Martin © 2019 I. Background· Away from Corinth (18:18)· Ephesus (18:19-21)o Commercialo Culturalo Religious o New Testament Significance· Back home (18:22)· Meanwhile back at Ephesus (18:24-28)o Apollos o Priscilla & Aquilla II. Discipleship Personified (The Start of the 3rd Missionary Journey)A. His old church plants. (19:1)B. Paul’s 12 Disciples (19:2-7)· Paul’s Questions:
2019-04-0654 min
Biblical FoundationsPaul Thessalonians Part 6 Living While WaitingThessalonians (Part6): Living while Waiting2 Thessalonians 2:13 – 3:18Christopher W. Martin © 2019 I. Review of 1 & 2 Thessalonians · Leadership Lessons from Paul (1 Thess. 1 & 2)· Stress & Priority Lessons from Paul (1 Thess.3 & 4)· Regarding the Rapture (1 Thess. 4: 16-18) · Regarding the “Day of the Lord” (1 Thess. 5:1-11)o Regarding the Tribulation (1 Thess. 5)Ø The Church Will Escape the “Tribulation of God.” (2 Thess. 1:6-12)o The Signs of the Lawless One (2 Thess. 2)Ø Removal of the Restrainer (v. 6a)Ø Revelation of the Antichrist (v. 3b-12)o Return of the Lord (v...
2019-04-0657 min
Biblical FoundationsLife and Ministry of Paul 2 Thessalonians 2 Part 5 Eschatology The Coming of the Lawless One 2 Thessalonians 3:1-12The Life & Teaching of Paul2 Thessalonians 2 (Part 5)Paul’s Eschatology: The Coming of the Lawless One2 Thessalonians 3:1-12Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Review of Pauline Prophecy & Eschatology Regarding the Ignorance of the Church at Thessalonica Regarding the Rapture (1 Thess. 4: 16-18) Regarding the “Day of the Lord” (1 Thess. 5:1-11)o Old Testament Prophecy:o New Testament Prophecy The Bema Seat Judgement (1 Corinthians 3: 12-15; 2 Corinthians 5:12) Regarding the Tribulation (1 Thess. 5)o The Secrecy (of the Time) (5:1-2a)o The...
2019-03-2458 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Life and Ministry of Paul 1 Thessalonians part 4 End Times The Great Tribulation 1 Thessalonians 5 & 2 Thessalonians 1The Life & Teaching of Paul1 Thessalonians (Part 4)Paul’s Eschatology: The Great Tribulation1 Thessalonians 5 & 2 Thessalonians 1Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Review of Pauline Prophecy & Eschatology Regarding our death and afterlife (v. 4:13-15) Regarding the Rapture (4: 16-18)1. The Return (of Christ) (v. 16)2. The Resurrection (of the bodies of deceased Believers) (v.16b)3. The Rapture (of living Believers) (v.17a)4. The Reunion (v.17b)II. Regarding the “Day of the Lord” (5:1-11)A. Background: In Contrast t...
2019-03-2450 min
Biblical Foundations1 Thessalonians Part 3 Pauls Eschatolgy Looking to the Future 1 Thessalonians 4:13 – 5:11The Life & Teaching of Paul1 Thessalonians (Part 3)Paul’s Eschatology: Looking to the Future1 Thessalonians 4:13 – 5:11Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Introduction to Pauline Prophecy & Eschatology The Expectation of The Day of the Lord The Expectation of John 14 The Misunderstandings of his dayII. Regarding our death and afterlife (v. 13-15)A. Believer’s IgnoranceB. Believer’s Death: “those who have fallen asleep”koimao: First Century idiom: John 11:11; Acts 7:60; Acts 13:36; 1 Cor. 15:6; 1Cor. 15:20Not “soul sleep”: k...
2019-03-2446 min
Biblical FoundationsPaul 1 Thessalonians Part 2 Life Lessons from Thessalonica 1 Thessalonians 3:1 – 4:12The Life and Teaching PaulFirst Letter to the Thessalonians (Part 2):Life Lessons from Thessalonica1 Thessalonians 3:1 – 4:12Christopher W. Martin © 2019I. Stress Lessons from Thessalonica (3: 1-8)A. Overview on Faith & SufferingB. The Biblical Perspective on Suffering1. Trial are to be expected (v.1-4) 2. Trial are to be evaluated (v.5-6)3. Trials are to be endured (v.7-8)C. A Personal Response to SufferingII. Priority Lessons from Thessalonica (3:9-13) Question: What does it mean...
2019-03-231h 02
Biblical FoundationsIsaiah (Part 2) The Scarlet ThreadThe Scarlet ThreadIsaiah 28 – 53Christopher W. Martin © 2018 Intro The Messiah: The Cornerstone {28:16)Ps. 118:221 Peter 2:7-8 The Messiah as Servant Setting the Stage: Captivity and Return 6:11-12 7: 17-20 & 8:4 35: 10 40:8 & :31 45:1-5; :13 & :23 The Servant’s Ministry (42:1 – 7) The Servant’s Mission to the World (49: 1 – 6) The Servant’s Abuse (50:4 – 9) The Servant’s Atonement (52:13 – 53:12) His Mystery – As the World sees Him His Rejection – As the World betrays His innocence. His Atonement – As God sees HimJohn 12:37-41 (quoting from both Isaiah 53:1 & 6:10)...
2018-04-0857 min
Biblical FoundationsIsaiah (Part 1) The Scarlet ThreadThe Scarlet ThreadIsaiah 1 - 24Christopher W Martin © 2018 Intro – the Significance of Isaiah To his people In the Old Testament In the New Testament In History Today The Messiah will be a King The need for a New Way (1: 11- 20) The Status of the Sacrificial System Answering the Resulting Question The Branch of the Lord (4) God of the Covenants God of our Salvation The Holy One who calls Us and saves Us (6: 1-7) Who he sawJohn 12:32,41 and 17:5...
2018-03-251h 05
Biblical FoundationsThe Scarlet Thread Jacob and Christ Genesis 28-35The Scarlet Thread Jacob and ChristGenesis 28-35Christopher W. Martin © 2020
2017-06-0558 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Scarlet Thread Abraham and Christ (Part 2) Genesis 16-22This is lesson 8 from Christopher W. Martin's Lesson series entitled The Scarlet Thread.Lesson content is from Genesis 16-22
2017-05-2158 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Scarlet Thread Abraham and Christ (Part 1)The Scarlet Thread Abraham and Christ (Part 1)April 8, 2017The Scarlet ThreadThe Scarlet Thread Abraham and Christ (Part 1)Christopher W. Martin © 2020Genre: The Scarlet ThreadSeason 3 Episode 7
2017-04-0957 min
Biblical FoundationsChrist in Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6 & 7) The Scarlet Thread Christ in Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6 & 7)Christopher W. Martin © 2017 I. Introduction to Typologies · Scope1. The Old Testament is the revelation of truth from God. 2. A sovereign God governs all human history.3. God’s Genesis 3:15 promise to stop Satan through a future deliverer created a forward-looking momentum to all subsequent revelation.4. God revealed Himself and His future salvation to Old Testament believers through Old Testament characters, events, objects, etc.5. Escalation: the later event, person, or thing that can be said to be t...
2017-04-081h 05
Biblical FoundationsChrist in the Garden of Eden; Part II (Genesis 3) The Scarlet ThreadChrist in the Garden of Eden; Part II (Genesis 3)Christopher W. Martin © 2017I. Perspectives on Eden· Temptation· Sin· ChristII. Christ and Sin· A Theophany (3:8)· Us and Sin· God and Sin: the First act of ____________.· What God Wants: (3:9-13): 1) _________________2) _________________3) _________________· God’s Judgment on the Serpent (3:14-15a)o Humiliation o Conflict· God’s Good News (3:15b) (The “protoevangelium”)o A “Seed” of Good News
2017-04-0657 min
Biblical FoundationsChrist in EdenThe Scarlet ThreadIntroductionChristopher W. Martin © 2017I. Why Study ChristologyA. The Modern View of the Old Testament “Problem”B. The View of Old Testament in Church HistoryC. Jesus View of the Old TestamentLuke 4:18-21John 5:39Luke 24:25-27 Luke 24: 44-45D. The Scarlet Thread?II. The HUGE, HUGE, HUGE Question: Why Didn’t Jesus’ Incarnation OccurThousands of Years Earlier?The False Premise of the Question:The Key to...
2017-04-0656 min
Biblical FoundationsChrist in Creation The Scarlet ThreadChrist in Creation (Genesis 1)Christopher W. Martin © 2017I. Introduction· The New Testament Perspective on Christ in Genesis 1-2o Colossians 1:15-18o Hebrews 1: 2, 10-12o John 1:1-3o Revelation 4:11· Our ScopeII. Christ in Creation· Evidence of the Trinity in the first two sentences of the Bibleo 1:1: “In the beginning God created…”o 1:2 “And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.”o The untranslatable...
2017-04-0459 min
Biblical FoundationsChrist Before TimeThe Scarlet ThreadChrist Before TimeChristopher W. Martin © 2017I. Intro Our Study Two Views of Matter, Space and Time The Biblical Perspective: Psalm 90:2II. Before the Creation of Matter, Space and Time The Love of the Father, Son and Holy Spirito Eternal Love (John 17: 24)o Eternal Service to the Father John 1: 1-3 Phil 2: 5-8 John 15: 26 The Divine Glory Sharedo Understanding God’s Gloryo Glimpses of God’s G...
2017-04-0354 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Scarlet Thread Introduction Christopher W. Martin © 2017 I. Why Study ChristologyA. The Modern View of the Old Testament “Problem”B. The View of Old Testament in Church HistoryC. Jesus View of the Old Testament· Luke 4:18-21· John 5:39· Luke 24:25-27· Luke 24: 44-45D. The Scarlet Thread?II. The HUGE, HUGE, HUGE Question: Why Didn’t Jesus’ Incarnation Occur Thousands of Years Earlier? · The False Premise of the Question:· The Key to Interpreting Scripture· Incomplete Answers:o #1: God’s View of...
2017-04-0257 min
Biblical FoundationsGreat Discipleship Matthew 28:16-20Great DiscipleshipMatthew 28:16-20Christopher W. Martin © 2017I. Intro: What is the Primary Purpose of the Church and its Members?II. What is Great Discipleship?A. Availability (v.16)Being a Disciple FirstObedient YieldingBeware of the Myth:B. Premised on Worship (v.17)A Note on WorshipBeware of the Myth:A Note on DoubtC. Based on Great Authority (v. 18)Beware of the Myth:D. Encompassing a Great M...
2017-01-231h 03
Biblical FoundationsThe Last Words of Jesus Matthew 27: 33-54The Last Words of JesusMatthew 27: 33-54Christopher W. Martin © 2017I. The Context of the CrossProfound SilenceProfound AgonyII. Seven Words of Life from the Tree of Death1. A Word of Prayer & Pardon (Luke 23:34) Jesus’ Prayer:A Note on the Greek perfect verb tense“Father”“Forgive Them”IgnoranceLessons from the CrossThe Heart of ChristThe Supernatural Power of ForgivenessThe Hazards of U...
2017-01-151h 09
Biblical FoundationsThe Miracles of Calvary (Part I) Matthew 27:45; 50-54The Miracles of Calvary (Part I)Matthew 27: 45; 50 - 54Christopher W. Martin © 2017I. The Miracle of Darkness (v. 45) (Mark 15:33; Luke 23:44)A. What it was:Solemn Silence The Removal of the LightB. What it was Not:1. Eclipse?2. Volcano or Storm?C. Reliability of the Record.1. OT Prophecy (Amos 8:9)2. The Historical RecordD. Lessons from the Darkness1. God’s Confirmation of Jesus’ Role2. God’s Recognition of Jesus’ Suffering
2017-01-0958 min
Biblical FoundationsFools & Wise Men Matthew 2: 1-12Fools & Wise MenMatthew 2: 1-12Christopher W. Martin © 2015The Arrival of the Magi (v. 1-2) Bethlehem of JudeaHerod the KingMagi from the EastThe Agitation of Herod (v. 3-8) The Chief PriestsThe Scribes The Adoration by the Magi (v. 9-12)GoldIncenseMyrrhApplication
2015-05-1755 min
Biblical FoundationsThe Virgin Birth Matthew 1: 18-25The Virgin BirthMatthew 1: 18-25Christopher W. Martin © 2015 Historical Observations Rationalism & Naturalism Attacks on the Virgin Birth1)2)3) Jesus Birth The Virgin Birth Confronted (v.18-20)The Word of God seen:In Print In the Flesh The Virgin Birth Clarified (v.21) The Virgin Birth Connected (v.22-23)Isaiah 7:14 ‘almâ parthenos The Virgin Birth Consummated (v.24-25) The Rest of the (Christmas) Story The Year 0? The Timing?...
2015-05-101h 08
Biblical FoundationsA Jewish Look at Jesus Matthew 1: 1-17A Jewish Look at Jesus Matthew 1: 1-17Christopher W. Martin © 2015Jewish Perspective on the MessiahAncientFirst CenturyTodayHighlights from the Genealogy of JesusAbraham (Genesis 12: 1-3 & Genesis 22:18)Judah (Genesis 49: 8-10)TamarRahabBoazRuthDavid (2 Samuel 7:11-15 & Isaiah 11: 1-3)Bathsheba Joseph Textual QuestionsCompleteness & the “Question of 14”:What About Luke’s Genealogy?Jeremiah 22: 24-30Life LessonsGod Always...
2015-05-031h 01