Mike Riley Sermon Outlines, Articles, Lessons, etc.

A Christian lady phoned to ask if it was right for her to tell others that she knew she was going to heaven.

The preacher’s area of responsibility is a mystery to some brethren, even though the visible activities in which he is involved, are easy to understand. For example, he delivers a message from God’s word on Lord’s Day morning, evening, and teaches Bible classes at other designated times. And most folks understand that these godly endeavors […]

The story is told of a runner at a high school track meet who crossed the finish line just ahead of his nearest rival. Noticing that the winner’s lips were moving during the last

In William Ernest Henley’s poem Invictus, resides one of the most oft-quoted selections in English verse:

Catholicism teaches, referring to Mary, “To thee we lift our prayers, for thou art the Mediatrix, powerful at once and pitiful, of our salvation” (cf. Catholic Encyclopedia). Such an affirmation exalts Mary to the same plateau as Jesus, for they call her “The Mother of God” (cf. Catholic Encyclopedia). Their attempts to deify Mary contradicts […]

The story is told of a man who was one day taking a walk on a cliff overlooking a beautiful hillside. As he looked at the beautiful view of the landscape, he leaned even farther over the edge of the cliff.

A Hollywood actor was once asked if he had become tired of the same old questions from his fans. His reply was, “I really haven’t, because even if it’s the thousandth time I’ve been asked a question, it’s the

Thanksgiving has been observed in some manner, since the Pilgrim fathers landed at Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts in late November, 1620.

According to E.W. Bullinger’s, “A Critical Lexicon and Concordance To The English And Greek New Testament” (1982), p. 396, the little word, “if” (note 1. (b) – followed by the subjunctive mood) means, “This expresses a condition of uncertainty, with an assumption of some small amount of contingency or probability, where experience will show whether […]

In various parts of our country that are susceptible to hurricanes and tornados, home owners have built “safe rooms” — special places where they can go for protection (see pictures set 1 and set 2).

1) The work of John the Baptist – John’s work was to herald the approach of the kingdom of heaven, the church (Matthew 3:1-2). John was the messenger to prepare the way before the Lord (Malachi 3:1); the

Many honest and sincere folk in the religious world oppose the idea that baptism is an essential element in the salvation process. They argue that we are not saved by works and since baptism is a “work”, it follows that baptism has nothing to do with our salvation. The Bible declares that man is not […]

A querist asks, “I am curious about Revelation 6:2. Who do you think the individual is on the white horse? My thought is Jesus Christ, but I been told it is not. Just curious what you might say.

On this Thanksgiving Day, I thought it appropriate to post Ramnath Subramanian’s good article entitled, “Count On Children To Sweeten Up Sour Days.” Ram (for short) is a retired public-school teacher who writes for the El Paso Times on educational topics. His article provides refreshing insight into the innocence, straightforwardness, and frivolity of little children.

It’s the hand we clasp with an honest grasp That gives a hearty thrill; It’s the good we pour into others’ lives That comes back our own to fill. It’s the dregs we drain from another’s cup That makes ours seem sweet; And the hours we give to another’s needs That makes our life complete. […]

Dad, I thank God you’re still around, To teach me patience and love unbound. Providing the wisdom I know I need,

There are many spiritual blessings that we have “in Christ” (Ephesians 1:3) — so many, in fact, that much paper and ink would be required to list and reflect on them.

From today’s Montana Street bulletin, comes the following contrast, along with corresponding Scriptures:

There are two views in the religious world regarding the church. One view is that the church is simply a conglomerate, composed of all folks who believe in Christ, regardless of which denominational body to which they belong.

In Acts 16:14-15, we read about the conversion of Lydia and her household. It’s interesting to note that she had a godly character which included caring and hospitality. As