What Does the Bible Teach?

John Musgrave, M.Div., Pastor, Christ Church PCA, Clayton, North Carolina

To help you understand what the Bible is saying in all its various places, that you may better understand Jesus, yourself, and the world. Taken from the weekly Sunday School classes of Christ Church PCA, Clayton, North Carolina.

  1. Are the Holy Spirit and the Bible at Odds?

    3D AGO

    Are the Holy Spirit and the Bible at Odds?

    Is the Holy Spirit Ever at Odds with the Bible? Spirit-Led vs. Scripture-Led Christianity (Reformed Theology) In this Bible lesson, we address a crucial theological question: Is the Holy Spirit ever at odds with Scripture? Many churches today draw a sharp distinction between being “Spirit-led” and being “Bible-led,” but Scripture itself rejects that division. From a Reformed and biblical perspective, the Holy Spirit is the divine author of Scripture, meaning He never contradicts what He has already revealed through the prophets and apostles. Using passages such as 2 Timothy 3:16–17, 2 Peter 1:21, 1 John 4:1, and Ephesians 2, this lesson explains why the sufficiency of Scripture is essential to true Christian faith and why claims of new revelation must always be tested by God’s written Word. We also discuss spiritual experience, emotion in worship, proper application of Scripture, and the difference between Spirit-led obedience and binding the conscience beyond what Scripture commands. This teaching is especially relevant for Christians navigating charismatic claims, questions about ongoing revelation, and confusion over what it truly means to be led by the Holy Spirit. If you care about biblical authority, Reformed theology, and faithfulness to God’s Word, this lesson is for you. Here’s the video @ https://youtu.be/fGPHm_WRUiE See other resources and teaching @ https://www.christchurchclayton.org/teaching Watch other lessons of “The Bible:  Each Book” @ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8Dt3kxWQ8TwYS3sMbl-LjnSVJi9q8V0 #HolySpirit #BibleDoctrine #ReformedTheology #SolaScriptura #BiblicalAuthority #SpiritLed #ScriptureLed #ChristianTheology #Presbyterian #EvangelicalChristian #BibleTeaching #TestTheSpirits #SufficiencyOfScripture #ChristianDiscipleship #JohnMusgrave #ChristChurchOfClaytonNC  #TheGospelForLiving

    12 min
  2. Lamentations’ Meaning for Today (3 of 3)

    12/30/2025

    Lamentations’ Meaning for Today (3 of 3)

    What is the Book of Lamentations really about, and why does it matter for Christians today? In this in-depth Bible lesson, we explore Lamentations—Jeremiah’s lament over the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC—and uncover its enduring theological meaning for the church. From covenant judgment and God’s sovereignty to pastoral suffering, church discipline, and longing for Christ’s return, this lesson traces how Lamentations points forward to Jesus, the heavenly Jerusalem, and the church’s place in a hostile world. Rooted in Reformed hermeneutics and biblical theology, this teaching is especially helpful for evangelicals, Presbyterians, pastors, elders, and serious students of Scripture who want to understand how the Old Testament speaks Christ-centrically to the life of the church today. Here’s the video @ https://youtu.be/7wOLe2YDEAk See other resources and teaching @ https://www.christchurchclayton.org/teaching Watch other lessons of “The Bible:  Each Book” @ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8Dt3kxWQ8TwYS3sMbl-LjnSVJi9q8V0 #Lamentations #BookOfLamentations #BibleTeaching #ReformedTheology #Presbyterian #Evangelical #OldTestament #BiblicalTheology #ChristCentered #JesusInTheOldTestament #Jeremiah #CovenantTheology #ChurchToday #SufferingAndHope #PastoralMinistry #BiblicalHermeneutics #ReformedSermon #ChristianTeaching #BibleStudy #JohnMusgrave #ChristChurchOfClaytonNC  #TheGospelForLiving

    39 min
  3. The Judgment of Edom. Obadiah's Prophecy & The Day of the Lord Explained

    12/07/2025

    The Judgment of Edom. Obadiah's Prophecy & The Day of the Lord Explained

    Delve into the Book of Obadiah, the shortest book in the Old Testament, but one packed with powerful prophecy! This week, we examine Obadiah's prophecy against Edom, focusing on the central themes of covenant faithfulness and divine judgment. This is essential viewing for anyone studying the Minor Prophets or Reformed Theology. Lesson Summary & Core Themes In this in-depth Bible study, we unpack the historical context of 586 BC, when Babylon conquered Jerusalem and the Edomites (descendants of Esau and cousins to Judah) committed the horrific sin of celebrating and looting their "brother's" downfall. The Cousin Rivalry: Learn the background of the centuries-long conflict between Jacob (Israel) and Esau (Edom), rooted in Genesis. The Day of the Lord: We clarify how the phrase "The Day of the Lord" applies not only to the final return of Christ, but also to historical events, specifically the fall of Judah and the subsequent destruction of Edom by Babylon. God's Vengeance & Restoration: Discover the two-fold purpose of the book: to assure the exiled Judahites of their future grand restoration to the promised land (538 BC) and to guarantee the inevitable judgment of Edomfor their wickedness. God assures his people: "Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord" (Romans 12). Key Passages: We analyze verses like Obadiah 15-18, where the prophet declares that just as the nations drank the cup of God's wrath, so too will they drink it in return. Here’s the video @ https://youtu.be/T3rCIJ1tHgY See other resources and teaching @ https://www.christchurchclayton.org/teaching Watch other lessons of “The Bible:  Each Book” @ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8Dt3kxWQ8TwYS3sMbl-LjnSVJi9q8V0 #Obadiah #BookofObadiah #MinorProphets #ObadiahProphecy #ObadiahCommentary #TheDayoftheLord #BibleProphecy #GodsJudgment #Edomites #JacobandEsau #DivineJustice #CovenantFaithfulness #RestorationofIsrael #VengeanceisMine #BibleStudy #OldTestament #ChristianEducation #BiblicalTheology #OldTestamentStudies #DeepDiveBible#TheologyExplained #ReformedTheology #Evangelical #Presbyterian #Reformed #Christianity #586BC #BabylonianExile #JerusalemDownfall #PropheticLiterature #JohnMusgrave #ChristChurchOfClaytonNC  #TheGospelForLiving

    23 min
  4. Understanding Obadiah. Edom’s Betrayal, Jerusalem’s Fall, and the Hope God Gives His People

    12/01/2025

    Understanding Obadiah. Edom’s Betrayal, Jerusalem’s Fall, and the Hope God Gives His People

    Discover the powerful message of the Book of Obadiah—Israel’s smallest Old Testament prophet and one of the clearest pictures of God’s justice, covenant faithfulness, and restoration. In this lesson, we walk through the historical background of the 586 BC destruction of Jerusalem, Edom’s shocking betrayal, and why God promised both judgment and hope to His people in exile. Obadiah gives believers today a deeper understanding of God’s sovereignty, His care for His covenant people, and His commitment to right every wrong. Whether you are studying the Minor Prophets, exploring Old Testament history, or pursuing Reformed, Presbyterian, or evangelical theology, this lesson will help you see Obadiah in a fresh and meaningful way. In this video you will learn:— Why God judged Edom for rejoicing over Jerusalem— How Obadiah fits into the timeline of the Old Testament— What the fall of Jerusalem teaches believers today— How Obadiah points to God’s justice, mercy, and future restoration— Why this tiny book is so relevant for Christians, churches, and Bible students If you’re a student of Scripture, a Bible teacher, or simply someone who wants to understand the Old Testament more clearly, this study of Obadiah will strengthen your confidence in God’s promises and deepen your love for His Word. Here’s the video @ https://youtu.be/4TAFTKHKYss See other resources and teaching @ https://www.christchurchclayton.org/teaching Watch other lessons of “The Bible:  Each Book” @ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm8Dt3kxWQ8TwYS3sMbl-LjnSVJi9q8V0 #Obadiah #BibleStudy #OldTestament #MinorProphets #Edom #Jerusalem #586BC #ReformedTheology #ChristianTeaching #BibleLesson #ExpositoryTeaching #Presbyterian #EvangelicalChristian #BiblicalHistory #JohnMusgrave #ChristChurchOfClaytonNC  #TheGospelForLiving

    25 min

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To help you understand what the Bible is saying in all its various places, that you may better understand Jesus, yourself, and the world. Taken from the weekly Sunday School classes of Christ Church PCA, Clayton, North Carolina.