Capitol Ministries Weekly Bible Study

This study explores the universal Church, the purpose and structure of the local church, biblical leadership, unity, and worship, calling believers to meaningful participation in a faithful local assembly.

Christmas offers a unique and meaningful opportunity to lead your family spiritually. This devotional guide equips you to shepherd your households with Scripture, prayer, worship, and gospel-centered conversation during one of the most joyful times of the year.

Learn how you can integrate consistent prayer into your life.

True faith begins with trusting Christ for salvation and continues as we proclaim His saving work to others. This study explains how God redeems, renews, and commissions us to share the gospel.

Thanksgiving Day is a great time to guide your loved ones in a meaningful time of worship, gratitude, and gospel reflection. Drawing from Psalm 100, this outline offers a simple, intentional model to help you create a God-honoring, memory-building moment around your table that points hearts to Christ.

A biblical exploration of true vs. false belief from Ephesians 5:5–7. Learn why repentance, humility, and obedience reveal authentic saving faith—and why mere profession isn’t enough.

The Christian life is not shaped merely by information, but by transformation. God has not called us to know about Him only, but to truly know Him—to behold His glory, submit to His Word, and be changed from the inside out.

Christ didn’t just teach or inspire—He acted on our behalf. This study unpacks the depth of our need and the fullness of His saving work, showing how His death and resurrection transform everything. A clear and hope-filled look at the heart of the gospel.

Pride is often celebrated in our culture—even in the halls of government. But Scripture speaks clearly: followers of Christ are to hate pride and pursue humility. As Charles Bridges wrote, “On no point is the mind of God more fully declared than against pride.” In this study, we examine how pride subtly manifests in our thoughts, speech, and leadership—and how the apostle Paul models a life shaped...

In this study, Ralph Drollinger examines Scripture to show that private ownership is not merely an economic principle, but a reflection of being made in the image of God. From Genesis to Leviticus, the Bible affirms personal stewardship, responsibility, and accountability—foundations that lead to liberty and national fruitfulness. Join Ralph as he explores what God’s Word teaches about property, s...

In this final study of the three-part series, Ralph Drollinger examines the last three epochs of American Church history—the rise of Fundamentalism, the birth of Neo-Evangelicalism, and the emergence of the Religious Right. Each movement sought to address the cultural decline of its time, but each also missed the biblical simplicity of Luke 3: that true societal transformation flows from evangelis...

In Part 2 of this three-part series, Ralph Drollinger continues examining the five epochs of American Church history in light of evangelism and discipleship—the Church’s primary calling. This study explores the first two epochs: 1776 – The Puritan Pulpit Shapes American Culture; and 1877 – The Encroachment of Theological Liberalism Discover how Postmillennialism shaped early American evangelistic...

The Church is the pillar and support of the truth (1 Timothy 3:15), called to evangelize and make disciples as a preserving and illuminating force in a fallen world (Matthew 5:13–14). Yet throughout major epochs of American Church history, her efforts to engage culture have been marked by clumsy mistakes. For nearly 50 years, much of the American Church’s focus in Washington, D.C. has been on chan...

This in-depth Bible study explores why both libertarianism and communism fall short of God’s design for government. Drawing from Romans 13, 1 Samuel 12, and other passages, we see a biblical framework for civil society.

You may be processing the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, seeking perspective through a biblical lens... Ralph Drollinger takes us to the book of Job and several more passages as we learn about Theodicy—how God remains sovereign even though evil exists in the world. When our world falls apart Job stands as our example. His life teaches us to hold an unshakable confidence in God’s promises,...

Why has America, in such a short time, become the most prosperous nation in history? This study examines how Christianity—through rational thinking and human dignity—has shaped economic growth and prosperity. Unlike religions that discourage reason or deny God’s incarnation, biblical truth fuels industry, stewardship, and the flourishing of societies. Learn why resource development is good, how go...

The Bible clearly teaches that today there is to be an institutional separation of Church and State. To think otherwise is to believe in a theocratic or sacerdotal form of government. What the Bible does not teach—and what the secularist would like to say the U.S. Constitution supports—is an influential separation of Church and State. America’s greatest resources are leaders in both institutions w...

Possessing a deep sense of personal calling is vital to perseverance, focus, and humility in both difficult and successful seasons. In this study from Ephesians 3:7, Ralph Drollinger examines the Apostle Paul’s perspective on being “made a minister” and applies it to those serving in government today. Learn how affirming your calling as from Christ, discerning what He has called you to accomplish,...

God’s Word emphatically warns against fools and foolishness. In this study, Ralph Drollinger examines twelve biblical indicators of foolishness from Proverbs—ranging from dishonoring parents to rejecting correction and living in arrogance. He also provides ten practical tips for dealing with fools, especially in leadership and office. This study calls us to self-examination, repentance, and growth...

Paul’s letter to the Philippians teaches that true joy comes not from our circumstances but from trusting in God’s sovereignty and partnering in the gospel. Even in a divided world, Paul’s example provides hope and resilience for us today. Explore how joy can endure in difficult times!

In this sobering yet hope-filled Bible study, Ralph Drollinger walks through the book of Lamentations—a dirge for Jerusalem, and a warning for every nation whose believers drift from God's commands. The study reveals how disobedience, idolatry, exploitation of the innocent, and apathy toward Israel can trigger divine judgment—especially when such behaviors characterize a nation's believers. Yet, e...

The New Testament book of Galatians is not only a theological cornerstone of salvation by faith alone, but also one of the most culturally consequential writings in history. It was central to the Protestant Reformation and laid the groundwork for the Protestant Work Ethic—both of which profoundly shaped Western civilization and American governance. In this in-depth Bible study, Ralph Drollinger gu...

Good parenting isn’t just a private matter—it’s a public virtue with national consequences. In this powerful and practical study from the book of Proverbs, Ralph Drollinger challenges public servants to embrace the high calling of biblical parenting. Learn how parenting shapes not only your home but the moral fabric of a nation. From instruction and correction to directing and protecting your chil...

What informs your beliefs? In this powerful study, we examine the foundation of knowledge—epistemology—and how it shapes our worldview, decisions, and even public policy. Contrasting human reasoning with divine revelation, this episode explores how presuppositions drive moral claims, cultural ideologies, and legislative decisions. We’ll unpack the biblical mandate to take “every thought captive to...

What makes a nation truly great? In this Bible study, Ralph Drollinger unpacks Proverbs 14:34—“Righteousness exalts a nation”—revealing five defining traits of righteous leaders: service, justice, discernment, conviction, and prayerfulness. Discover how these biblical characteristics shape national prosperity and why personal righteousness among citizens and leaders is essential for a nation’s eco...