A Closer Look at God's Word

Lesson 03 of 10.In this lesson, we discover that although a person exercises his or her free will in choosing Jesus, their salvation is entirely  God’s doing. In fact, Christians “are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ephesians02_01-...

Lesson 02 of 10.In this lesson, we find that one of the six spiritual blessings that God has bestowed upon the church is revelation . By means of the living Word (Jesus), the written Word, and the ministry of the Holy Spirit, He has revealed Himself, His Son, and His plan of salvation. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ephesians01_08-23.pdf

Lesson 01 of 10.Unlike Paul’s other epistles, which were written to specific assemblies, Ephesians seems to have been addressed to the entire Bride of Christ. Because of this, it is a treasure trove of Christian doctrine. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ephesians01_01-07.pdf

Lesson 19 of 19. These last two chapters help us appreciate the commitment that Paul had for the welfare of the Church of Jesus Christ. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans15_01-33and16_01-27.pdf

Lesson 18 of 19. In this lesson, we are made aware of the Christian’s proper response to his or her fellow believers concerning doubtful things. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans14_01-23.pdf

Lesson 17 of 19. Chapter 13 deals with the Christian’s proper response to those in authority, and a Christlike interaction with neighbours. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans13_01-14.pdf

Lesson 16 of 19. In this lesson, the characteristics that should be evident in the life of a born again believer are enumerated. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans12_09-21.pdf

Lesson 15 of 19. Beginning with this chapter, we enter a section concerning the Christian’s life and service for the glory of God. Verses 1 to 8 deal with the believer’s surrender of his or her entire being to the perfect will of God. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans12_01-08.pdf

Lesson 14 of 19. In this lesson, we discover that in spite of the sin of man and the wiles of the devil, a remnant—both of Jews and Gentiles—will be saved. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans10_01-21and11_01-36.pdf

Lesson 13 of 19. In this lesson, we see a demonstration of God’s mercy and His sovereign will. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans09_01-33.pdf

Lesson 12 of 19. Our salvation in Jesus is only the beginning. It is God’s will that we be conformed to the image of His Son. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans08_14-39.pdf

Lesson 11 of 19.In this lesson, we are told that our two natures are at war with each other. Only in Jesus can we have victory. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans08_01-13.pdf

Lesson 10 of 19. In this lesson, we are made aware of two natures: the old nature that is grounded in our sinful flesh, and our new nature that we receive when we put our faith in Christ. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans07_07-25.pdf

Lesson 9 of 19. By identification with Christ in His death and resurrection, we can have victory over the sins of the flesh. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans06_01-23and07_01-06.pdf

Lesson 8 of 19. The bad news is that through Adam’s disobedience, we have been made sinners. The good news is that we can be reconciled to God by faith in Jesus. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans05_01-21.pdf

Lesson 7 of 19. In this lesson, we are told why Abraham is an example of justification by faith. And like Abraham, we can be justified before God by faith in the finished work of Jesus. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans04_01-25.pdf

Lesson 6 of 19. In these first three verses, Abraham is held up as an illustration of justification by faith. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans04_01-03.pdf

Lesson 5 of 19. In this lesson, we find that what was impossible with man, namely, an entrance into heaven, has been secured by Jesus at the cost of His own precious blood. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans03_21-31.pdf

Lesson 4 of 19.Continuing this argument, Paul turns his attention to the Jews. Even though they have been given the law and many other privileges, they have not measured up to God’s standard. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans02_17-29and03_01-20.pdf

Lesson 3 of 19.In this lesson, the Holy Spirit, speaking through His servant Paul, continues a description of mankind. The main point He makes here is that the Gentiles, whether they follow some moral standard or not, do not measure up to God’s standard. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans02_01-16.pdf

Lesson 2 of 19. In this lesson, the Holy Spirit begins a brief but thorough description of mankind’s attitude concerning God. Basically, despite indisputable proof—beginning with His marvellous creation—they have rejected all possibility of God’s existence. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Romans01_07-32.pdf

Lesson 01 of 19.Paul, whom God used to write Romans and 14 of the other 22 epistles, was uniquely chosen and prepared for the work the Almighty had for him. For instance, Paul was a Jew and a Roman citizen by birth. He was raised in a Greek culture and schooled as a Pharisee. As such, he was fully equipped to reveal God’s Word to three of the principle cultures of his day. Transcript here: https:/...

Lesson 17 of 17. In this final chapter, believers are admonished to “. . . go forth, therefore, unto him (that is Jesus) outside the camp, bearing his reproach.”  Yes, we must be willing to bear His reproach. But by belonging to Jesus, we have received unimaginable privileges as well as certain responsibilities. Transcript is here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Hebrews13_01-25.p...

Lesson 16 of 17. In this lesson, we are reminded of the fearful judgment that those who reject Jesus must face—and the exceeding grace that is available through Jesus’ sacrifice on Calvary. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Hebrews12_14-29.pdf

Lesson 15 of 17.Of course, the greatest example of faith that we have is Jesus, Who walked the path of obedience and suffering with unwavering faith in His Heavenly Father. Transcript here: https://closerlook.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Hebrews12_01-13.pdf