Opening The Bible
A weekly podcast containing Biblical Preaching from Open Bible Church, Chesterton, Indiana.You may contact us at:openthebible.com
How to Become Spiritually Stable - Romans 16:17-23
How many times have you told yourself "I need more stability in my life!" Today on Opening the Bible, Pastor Larry finishes a year long study in Paul's Epistle to the Romans with a sermon on getting stability in your life.
The Gospel Builds a Different Kind of Family - Romans 16:1-16
Is the church just meant to be a weekly event where it opens up it's doors to the public for a spectator sport? Today Pastor Larry teaches on the family atmosphere that every local church should have.
The Power of the Table - Luke 22:14-20
Why did Jesus institute the Lord's Supper Table? Today Pastor Larry teaches on the purpose of Jesus Christ's Table.
A Mission Ambition - Romans 15:30-33
What's the line between our efforts being God's will or our desire to control? Today Pastor Larry explores that line in the life of the Apostle Paul and his plans and God's plan.
Filled to the Brim - Romans 15:8-33
Have you ever run out of gas in your car while driving it? That's the way Christians feel when they try to serve the Lord in their own strength. Listen as Pastor continues in the Epistle to the Romans about how not to run out of gas in the Christian LIfe.
Living With People is the Hard Part - Romans 15:1-7
Christians can have a difficult time in their love for God, but what about our love for one another? Today Pastor Larry continues in Paul's Letter to the Romans on how to not just get along, or put up with others but to truly love them for Christ's sake.
Unity in Diversity - Romans 14:13-23
Have you ever won an argument, but, found out you lost a friend? Today Pastor Larry continues in the Book of Romans, where the Apostle Paul warns Christians about when to make a stand and when not to.
Living Under One Lord
A fellow Christian at church does not believe exactly the same as you. What do you do? Today Pastor Larry returns to the Book of Romans to help give a biblical answer to that question.
The Promise Fulfilled - Matthew 2:1-12
Have you ever thought of Christmas as an evangelistic opportunity? Today, Pastor Larry finishes this year's Chrismas series.
The Promise Delivered - Luke 2:1-20
Many today have expressed doubt about God keeping His promises. Today, Pastor Larry tells how the birth of Jesus in the manger was the fulfillment of His promise made in the Garden thousands of years before.
The Promise Prepared
Why is the Virgin Birth so important? Today Bob teaches how an angel proclaims and explains that very truth.
The Promise Foretold
As we enter into the Christmas season, what are your goals for this season?
Gratitude That Stands - 138
Happy Thanksgiving
The Debt that Never Gets Paid Off - Romans 13:8-14
Today, Pastor Larry continues our study in the Epistle to the Romans
How to Live like a Citizen of Heaven in America Today - Romans 13:1-7
What does the Bible have to say about government and our relationship to it? Today, Pastor Larry explains what God expects to do.
Love in Action - Using Your Gifts to Bless the Church and Change the World - Romans 12:9-21
Why are Christians tempted to fake it in their service for God?
Grace-Gifts for a Broken World - Romans 12:3-6
If you trust Jesus as Savior, what gifts is He using through you?
A Living Sacrifice in a Conforming World - Romans 12:1-2
Why is it logical or reasonable to present ourselves as a living sacrifice to a Merciful God? Today Pastor Larry continues into the next section of Paul's Epistle to the Romans.
The Wonder of God's Wisdom - Romans 11:25-36
Do you think you have God figured out? You may be in for a surprise.
Grace Grafted In - Standing Strong in God's Plan - Romans 11:11-25
Is God through working with the nation of Israel? Where does this leave the church and her future? Today, Pastor Larry will explain the miraculous plan of God for Jews and Gentiles
Gods Simple Plan of Salvation - Romans 10:5-21
The world scrambles and fights to answer the question, how to get to Heaven. Today, Pastor Larry answers that question by continuing in Paul's Epistle to the Romans.
When the Work is Done But God Isn't Finished - Nehemiah 6:15-16
Welcome to Open Bible Church, celebrating what God has done to His Glory.
Zeal Without Knowledge - Romans 10:1-4
Have you ever worked so hard on a task to do it right, only to find out you were doing it wrong? Today, Pastor Larry explains what Paul meant by "Zeal without Knowledge.
How to Dwell in Gods Presence While Not Trying to Impress Him - Psalm 15
Every Christian should desire to be in the Presence of the Lord. Do we have to check off a list of qualities to "get in the door"? Today, Bob will explain from Psalm 15 How to Dwell in God's Presence.
Tripping Over the Cornerstone - Romans 9:30-33
Why do you think Jesus offends human pride and self-effort?
God's Plan - God's Choice - God's Glory, Part 2 - Romans 9:14-29
One of the unfortunate divisions in the church is issue of Arminianism and Calvinism. Today Pastor Larry is discuss both and what Paul has to say about the issue.
God's Plan - God's Choice - God's Glory Part 1 - Romans 9:1-29
Have you ever gone into a grocery store to shop on a sunny day, only to come out and find it storming? That what seems to be happening from the end of Romans 8 going into Romans 9, Today on Opening the Bible, Pastor Larry opens with part 1 on what is going on in Romans 9,10, and 11.
Four Anchors for the Storm: Living with Unshakable Confidence - Romans 8:31-39
Is there anything in your life that is bigger than God? For most Christians, there seems to be a temporary amnesia about God's protection and provision. Today, Pastor Larry finishes Romans chapter 8, where the Apostle Paul proclaims just how big God is.
From Shackles to Sonship - Romans 8:12-17
Many people did not have Godly fathers, but God promises to be a perfect Father. Today Pastor Larry continues in Romans 8 telling us about God the Abba Father.
How Your Life-in the Spirit-Sets You Free - Romans 8:1-11
What influence in your life still makes you feel condemned? Today, Wayne opens Romans 8 by teaching about no condemnation in the life of a believer.
The Struggle is Real - Romans 7:7-25
Did you know Paul had struggles with sin? Today, Pastor Larry continues the study in Paul's Epistle to the Romans as he describes that struggle.
Free At Last: Dead to the Law; Alive Unto Christ - Romans 7:1-6
How is it that to really live, we have to die first? Today, Pastor Larry opens up Romans 7 to answer that very question.
Whose Slave are You?
Did Jesus' payment for sin mean we can sin all we want? Today Pastor Larry helps answer the question what does God expect from us after we get saved.
So What? How the Resurrection of Jesus Impacts Your Life Today
Did you know that according to the Apostle Paul, you are dead. Thankfully, he also goes on to write that we who are dead to sin are alive unto God. Today, Wayne helps us to understand how that impacts our lives today.
How to Reverently Celebrate The Lord's Supper. - 1Corinthians 11:17-32
What is the purpose of the Lord's Supper? Does it give some kind of "Special Grace"? Today our Elder in Trainer Jared will explain God's true purpose and meaning of the Lord Supper.
One Man Ruined - One Man Restored It - Romans 5:12-21
It has been said that one can not truly appreciate grace until one understands guilt. Today Pastor Larry finishes Romans chapter 5 by compare the man who brought sin and death into the world with the man who brings in righteousness and eternal life in it's place.
Hope That Shouts in a Noisy World - Romans 5:1-11
When you are struggling what do you rest your hope in? Today, Pastor Larry teaches that our hope should rest the God who is all powerful.
When Faith Seems Impossible - Romans 4:16-25
What do you do when someone's promise to you seems like it will be broken? Today Pastor Larry explores how faith in God's promises will never be broken.
How You Can Be Justified With God - Romans 4:1-16
Everybody wants to go to Heaven, but how does that happen? Today, Bob will discuss whether the answer is works or grace through the Bible character Abraham.
Turning Our Sin Upside Down - Romans 3:21-31
Can a person be righteous before God by the works of the law? Today Pastor Larry explains from the Bible how sin is finally fully paid for.
