LHIM Weekly Bible Teaching

According to Jim Wilder, narcissists are those who cannot metabolize shame in a relational way. What do you do when you’re confronted? Do you shift the blame, counterattack, or get defensive? A great key to transformation is learning to process shame and take responsibility both with people you’ve wronged and with God. Proverbs 28:13 Our tendency is to conceal our transgressions (sins against othe...

If we are open to improve, the Scriptures will guide us and God’s family will help by providing the example and godly reproof and correction as needed. There are two types of mourning or shame; (1) Godly and healthy, and (2) Worldly and toxic. The first inspires change and the second causes resentments, guilt, condemnation and escapism. 2 Timothy 3:15-17  doctrine – reproof – correction Proverbs 1...

Ḥesed is God’s steadfast covenant love and faithfulness as revealed in His character, His promises to Israel and David, and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Because God has shown us this loyal love, He calls us to reject empty religion and become a ḥesed-shaped people who faithfully love Him and one another. The Hebrew word ḥesed describes God’s steadfast, covenant love: loyal, merciful, fait...

Looking at three examples in the Bible of people who abandoned their previous group identity to join God’s family, we see a pattern to emulate. Rather than thinking of yourself as an American or a businessman or a student who goes to church, think of yourself as a child of God who is also an American or a businessman or a student. Joshua 2:1-21 Rahab took a huge risk protecting the Israelite spies...

Luke 15:7 lost sheep; 10 lost coin; 20 lost son – God is our joyful Father Numbers 6:24-27 Psalm 89:14-16 “countenance” in Hebrew is paneh – “face” Psalm 16:11 “presence” is again “face” 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8 joy is experienced in a relationship when someones face lights up when they look upon you with love Neurologists and psychologists often distinguish: Pleasure — brief sensory enjoyment...

Acts 2:1-4 When the wind and fire came, it got everyone’s attention. God had appeared in fire before (Exod 3:2-5; 14:24; 19:18; 40:33-38; Lev 9:22-24; Deut 4:24; 2 Chron 7:1-3). Speaking in tongues is a miracle wherein God’s spirit enables someone to speak a foreign language without learning it (1 Cor 14:2, 14). Acts 2:5-11 Pentecost was a major Jewish festival that brought pilgrims in from all ov...

Christian growth is not merely about gaining information, but about transformation into the likeness of Christ. Paul writes in 1 Timothy 1:5, “The goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith.” Biblical teaching is meant to shape our hearts, minds, and lives—not simply fill our heads with facts. In 2 Peter 1:3–4, Peter makes the astonishing claim that t...

Psalm 73:25-28 This is the worshipful heart of a psalmist who sees God as his ultimate desire, his portion, the one in whom he takes refuge. Overwhelmed with the joy and satisfaction of knowing and communing with God, he seeks to tell of God’s works. That’s worship. 1. Singing: Psalm 100:1-2; Isaiah 12:5-6; Colossians 3:16 Scripture repeatedly tells us to make a joyful noise to Yahweh, to sing pra...

God’s desire is for His family to live in unity and harmony. Throughout Scripture, He shows us how to deal rightly with one another so that our relationships can be loving, healthy, and at peace. Honor all people – Romans 12:9-10; 1 Corinthians 12:23; 1 Peter 2:17; John 3:16 Honor involves action, this includes: listening instead of dismissing elevating others rather than competing speaking...

Colossians 3:1-4 Christ’s death, resurrection, and ascension were not merely historical events. In Christ, God has brought about a whole new realm of spiritual authority in which you can live. But you can only benefit from this if you set your mind on the things that are above. Colossians 3:5 The language here is extreme. Paul does not say to ignore our old ways or understand them better. He doesn...

Our identity is no longer based upon how we feel, or what we do, or how others think about us. Like the Apostle, the old you is now dead and the new you is Christ-like. Identity is your core sense of self. Who am I really. The lens through which you see yourself. 1 Peter 1:1  You are chosen!   However, you thought of yourself bad or good it is no longer your identity. 1: 2  God purposely called yo...

God is awesome. God knows you. God loves you. Coming to grip with these three facts is the basis of our relationship with the Most High. Reading the Bible and praying daily are important ways to develop your relationship with him over time. Revelation 4:1-11 God is awesome. We must begin here. God is not the old man in the sky nor is he a vending machine. He is the mighty creator of heaven and ear...

The Gospel of John records the events of Jesus’s crucifixion and resurrection. This was the moment the world changed. This not merely history, but a living story you can participate in today. Have you said, “It is finished”? John 19:16-22 Crucifixion was a routine though grisly part of living under Roman domination. When they crucified Jesus, they put a sign up that identified him as the king of t...

The Bible gives more attention to the final week of Jesus’ life than to any other period. Reading of His suffering and crucifixion is difficult because of our love for Him; yet God desires that we both understand and feel the depth of the sacrifice made for our redemption. This teaching offers a brief glimpse into those remarkable days. Matthew 21:1-11; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-44; John 12:12-19 O...

Building a fuller knowledge of God and more substance for praise are the aim of this teaching that focuses on Yahweh Roi – God shepherds, Yahweh Tsidkenu – God our righteousness, Yahweh Shammah – God is there, and Yahweh Sabaoth – God of the armies. Yahweh Jireh – God provides → (Genesis 22:14) Yahweh Rapha – God heals → (Exodus 15:26) Yahweh Nissi – God our banner/victory → (Exodus 17:15) Yahweh...

When God provided Abraham with a substitute offering, he called the place “Yahweh Yireh,” which means “Yahweh will provide.” When Israel could not drink the water, they cried out and God told Moses how to make the water drinkable. Then God called himself by the name Yahweh Rophecha, which means “Yahweh your healer.” Yahweh is our provider and healer, especially by what he has accomplished through...

When God appeared to Moses in the burning bush, he told him his name was Yahweh, which means he will be who he will be. Throughout the Bible we see that God’s people regularly used his name. It makes sense for us today to continue this biblical practice. Exodus 3:1-6 God appeared to Moses in the burning bush, introducing himself as “The God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and...

2 Chronicles 33:1–6. Manasseh systematically dismantles his father’s godly legacy by rebuilding pagan altars, practicing sorcery, and sacrificing his own children. The apple fell “very far” from the proverbial tree. Some of Manasseh’s sins were among the most heinous the nation had ever seen. 2 Chronicles 33:7–9. By placing a carved image directly inside the Temple, Manasseh leads the nation into...

The kings of Judah were part of the genealogical line that ultimately led to Jesus the Messiah. Knowing that the promised Messiah would destroy him, the devil repeatedly sought to corrupt or eliminate that line. The lives of Uzziah and his forefathers show a consistent pattern: when they stood with God, blessing and prosperity followed; but when they turned away and embraced pagan worship, God’s f...

Joash is a lesser known king with an important lesson for us today. Under the mentorship of the priest Jehoiada, Joash accomplished great things. But after Jehoiada’s death, Joash was quickly led astray. Joash’s life serves as a warning about the limits of spiritual mentorship. While mentorship is good, it cannot replace one’s own personal relationship with God. 2 Chronicles 22:10-12 – When...

King Jehoshaphat was a spiritual leader who compromised his allegiances with the world, causing destruction and peril. Nevertheless, Jehoshaphat learned his lesson, and the next time he faced an enemy, he sought Yahweh and trusted in God’s deliverance, rather than his own strength. 2 Chronicles 17:1-11 Jehoshaphat walked in the ways of his father David and led a spiritual renewal in Judah, sending...

This message begins with the story of King Asa (2 Chronicles 14–16; 1 Kings 15:9–24), a king who started well by seeking the Lord, tearing down idols, and leading Judah back to God. When faced with overwhelming opposition, Asa cried out to the Lord in humble dependence, and God delivered him (2 Chronicles 14:11). Yet later in life, Asa relied on political alliances instead of prayer and rejected G...

Jehu was God’s weapon of judgment upon Ahab and Jezebel. He carried out his mission with intensity and zeal. Although God has not called the church to violence, we should, nevertheless, imitate Jehu’s zeal in our mission to love. 1 Kings 16:30-33 Ahab did more to provoke God to anger than all the kings of Israel who came before him. He introduced and sponsored the worship of Canaanite gods, includ...

Deuteronomy 17 God anticipated that Israel would ask for a king, and He did not forbid it. Instead, He gave specific instructions for those He would appoint. The most important requirement was that the king write a personal copy of the Law and use it as a guide for his life and rule. God also placed specific limitations on the king: he was not to multiply wives, horses, chariots, or silver and gol...

Matthew 3:1-6, 13-17; John 3:22-30; 4:1-3 John the Baptist was called by God to initiate a renewal movement within Israel, featuring repentance through baptism in water. Even though he had no sin, Jesus came to John to “fulfill all righteousness.” Jesus also baptized many, acting through his disciples. Luke 3:15-17; John 15:26; Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-8; 2:1-4, 32-33 John’s prophecy about Jesus was t...