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The Old Church of God people see this in the Holy Bible so they live like this. We are not the only people who live like this! Rev. Elder, Simon Kidd, this will be very long so take your time. There will be two posts on this subject. 1-2 Post # 1. Living by what God has said is so easy, for the saved person, the liberties in Jesus, as Christ, sets us all free, from all old Covenant ways. When God’s people read the Bible about freedom in Jesus Christ, they read theses Scriptures, Freedom In Jesus Bible Verses 2 Corinthians 3:17. 17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.. .. John 8:36. 36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.. .. 1 Corinthians 6:12.. .. Galatians 5:13-14.. .. Galatians 3:22.. .. Galatians 5:1.. .. Ephesians 3:12.. .. Psalms 119:45. We do understand what Jesus has told this world about freedom in Him, In John 8:36 Jesus makes a wonderful statement of victory. He says, “So if the Son sets you free you will be free indeed.” This freedom in Jesus as the savior, takes men and the devil out of the show. So when free in Christ we stand with him this way. John 15:13 — Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. We are His friends. We are now careful, Philippians 2:3-4 — Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Seek to help anywhere we can, Psalm 82:3-4 — Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; maintain the right of the afflicted and the destitute. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked. Stand with a person when trouble comes, Comfort in Grief Psalm 34:18 — The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. 2 Corinthians 1:5 — For as we share abundantly in Christ’s sufferings, so through Christ we share abundantly in comfort too. Psalm 116:15 — Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalm 23:4 — Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Eternal Hope John 11:25-26 — Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this? ” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 — But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. Revelation 21:4 — He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away. God’s Protection Joshua 1:9 — Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Psalm 91:1-2 — He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:9-10 — Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place—the Most High, who is my refuge—no evil shall be allowed to befall you, no plague will come near your tent. Psalm 46:1 — God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Strength for the Fight 2 Timothy 2:3-4 — Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. 1 Corinthians 16:13 — Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Psalm 112:6-8 — For the righteous will never be moved; will be remembered forever. He is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the Lord. His heart is steady; he will not be afraid, until he looks in triumph on his adversaries. Psalm 27:3 — Though an army encamp against me, heart shall not fear; though war arises against me, yet I will be confident. Ephesians 6:13 — “…take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.” Galatians 5:1–7– false teachers like to place restrictions even on this, even so we can’t do as we please. Paul visited Galatia on his 1st missionary journey through Asia Minor AND because he loved them, he wrote this epistle to help them understand that Faith in Jesus is our Liberty. When we stay with Jesus this liberty, let the saved person, stand with God like this. Freedoms the Christian can enjoy when they stay with Jesus the Savior and Redeemer: Freedom from the penalty of eternal damnation Freedom from the fulfillment of the demands of God’s holy law for salvation Freedom not to sin and entangle ourselves in evil again Freedom from the fear of death Freedom from not having to face the judgment of God Freedom from religious rituals Freedom to be part of the Great Commission without guilt of past sins Freedom to worship God without traditional or religious overtones Freedom to approach the throne of grace boldly The New Testament is very clear that as saved people, we are no longer bound by any law to please God, but we are under His grace. Many people, however, use this freedom as an opportunity to sin, thinking they are free to do as they wish. God still has rules, Christian liberty is not cheap liberty. Christ has purchased it for us with His own blood. At its essence, Christian liberty is freedom from the guilt of sin, freedom from the condemning wrath of God, and freedom from the curse of the moral law (Isaiah 53:12; Galatians 3:13, 5:18; Hebrews 1:3). This is why we shouldn't let men boss our salvation, Paul tells them in Galatians stay with Jesus, as our Lord and Redeemer. It is for us now and down the road, those essential freedoms entail. In the present life, these include freedom from bondage to Satan (Acts 26:18; Colossians 1:13), freedom from the dominion of sin (Romans 6:14), free access to the Father's throne (Hebrews 4:14-16), and the freedom to serve Christ - that is, the freedom to be the bond slaves of Christ (Romans 7:4; Hebrews 9:14, 1 Corinthians 6:19). In the future, our Christian liberty will include freedom from the sting of death and the victory of the grave (1 Corinthians 15:54-57), freedom from this present evil world (Galatians 1:4), and freedom from not only the power of sin but the very presence of sin, forever (Revelation 21:27). This position is entirely in keeping with the whole counsel of God. The issue is not the word or authority of man. The issue is submission to the authority of the Word of God, of Christ, and of His Spirit. It is by submission to this threefold authority that the Christian gains the knowledge and supernatural power that are the resources necessary "to live godly in Christ Jesus" (2 Timothy 3:12). The Holy Spirit stated this principle many times in Scripture, especially in the epistles of the Apostle Paul. To the Colossian church Paul wrote that he prayed that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all might, according to His glorious power, for all patience and long-suffering with joy; giving thanks to the Father who has qualified us to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in the light. He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, in whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins. (Colossians 1:9-14) No matter what someone tells you, the truth of God in the Bible changes everything. Upon accepting the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior, a believer becomes part of His body, which is the Church. There is one Church universal, composed of all those throughout the world who acknowledge Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. The Scriptures command believers to gather in order to devote themselves to worship, prayer, teaching of the Word, observance of the ordinances (baptism and Lord’s Supper), fellowship, service to the body through the development and use of talents and gifts, and outreach to the world in fulfillment of the command of Christ to disciple all believers. Wherever God's people meet regularly in obedience to this command, there is the local expression of the Church under the oversight of Elders and other supportive leadership. Within this Christian community, the body of Christ -in unity - lives, loves, and serves for the unending fame and glory of Jesus Christ. No believer is meant to live in isolation, but in fellowship with one another in community. In regards to the practice of Ordinances, The Church of the Highlands practices and acknowledges Christ and His work through baptism by immersion and the partaking of the Lord’s Supper. We believe that baptism by immersion in water is the next step in one’s spiritual journey after trusting Jesus Christ as one’s Savior. It is a public identification with Jesus Christ, His death, burial, and resurrection. Although baptism is not required for salvation, it is commanded for all believers and believers only. It is a personal expression of one’s decision to trust Jesus Christ as Savior and is an outward expression of an inward reality. Regarding the Lord’s Supper, we believe it is essential for believers to experience the living Christ in fellowship at His table, and to remind the believer of both the work of Christ on their behalf and the glorious hope that He is coming back to share this table personally with His church. The bread and cup are both symbols of the broken body of Christ and His blood that was spilt upon the cross to offer forgiveness for sin and redemption to mankind. Read about it from the Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17; 16:18; 26:26-28; 28:18-20; Acts 2:38-39, 42-46; 8:12, 36-38; 14:23; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34; 12:12-31; 14:26; Ephesians 1:20-23; 4:15-16; 5:22-33; 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1; Hebrews 10:24-25 God says so much more about who we are in Him: We do need to understand that lots of ideals are going on in our world, God gave Liberty to Christ so we would stay with Jesus all the way until the end of time, The Body of Christ needs no man-made lists of Do's and Don'ts. — Christian liberty must never be flaunted. — Christian liberty does not mean that you welcome fellow Christians only when you have sorted out their views. — Christian liberty ought never be used in such a way that you become a stumbling block to another Christian. — Christian liberty requires grasping the principle that will produce this true Biblical balance. We ought to not please ourselves, for even Christ did not please Himself. This Jesus came for us all He is this to us all, Romans 5:8 – But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Ephesians 2:13 — But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. Romans 10:9 – If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Luke 24:5-6 – The men said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen.” Philippians 2:8 — And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. 1 Corinthians 15:21 – For as by a man came death, by a man came also the resurrection of the dead. Romans 6:8-10 – Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion over him. For the death he died he died to sin, once for all, but the life he lives he lives to God. Job 19:25-27 – For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at last he will stand upon the earth. And after my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God. Luke 24:46-47 – Thus it is written, that Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. Romans 8:11 – If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you. 1 Peter 2:24 – He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. 1 Corinthians 6:14 – And God raised the Lord and will also raise us up by his power. 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10 – For God has not destined us for wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us so that whether we are awake or asleep we might live with him. Colossians 1:19-20 – For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross. John 11:25-26 – Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.” Mark 16:6 – And he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen; he is not here. See the place where they laid him.” 1 Peter 1:3 – According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. John 3:16-17 – For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. Matthew 28:5-6 – But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said.” Isaiah 53:5-6 – But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. John 6:40 – For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 – Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. Romans 6:3-4 — Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in the newness of life. Philippians 3:10-11 – That I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, that by any means possible I may attain the resurrection from the dead. Psalm 49:15 – But God will ransom my soul from the power of Sheol, for he will receive me. The Holy Spirit names specific sins that are to be put to death in our lives and from which we are to separate ourselves in the world. We find such detailed lists in Romans 1:26-31, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, Galatians 5:19-21, Ephesians 4:5-31, Colossians 3:5-7, and 2 Timothy 3:1-7. The people of God need to be taught these things, and their teachers and leaders within the church must devote themselves to intercessory prayer that the Holy Spirit will cause these commands to take root and bear fruit within their own lives, and the lives of the people God has placed under their care. Likewise, the Holy Spirit names specific virtues that a Christian is to strive for in the pursuit of holiness, in passages such as Romans 12:9-21, Romans 13:8-14, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, Galatians 5:16-26, Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:1-10, Philippians 4:4-9, Colossians 3:1-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22, 1 Timothy 3:2-11, 1 Timothy 6:3-12, 2 Timothy 2:22-26, Titus 1:6-9, James 3:13-4:4, and 1 Peter 3:8-9. All of these are summed up in Paul's exhortation to Timothy to be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12) God never wanted us to pursue dead religion, rather His heart is for us to know Him personally and live in our true identity as His children. You will learn what it means to live in the “Tree of Life” and how a simple but powerful perspective shift can impact every area of your life. We are a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17) We have the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16) We are extravagantly loved (John 3:16) We are the righteousness of God (2 Corinthians 5:21) We have the victory and we are overcomers (1 John 4:4) And that’s just a very small amount of scripture…there’s so much more! The Holy Bible, and only the Bible, is the authoritative Word of God. It alone is the final authority in determining all doctrinal truths. In its original writing, it is inspired, infallible and inerrant (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20-21; Proverbs 30:5; Romans 16:25-26). There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. These three are coequal and co-eternal (I John 5:7; Genesis 1:26; Matthew 3:16-17, 28:19; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 9:6; Hebrews 3:7-11). Jesus Christ is God the Son, the second person of the Trinity. On earth, Jesus was God in the flesh, 100% man. Jesus Christ, the Son of God (Gen. 1:26-31, 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-21). He is the only man ever to have lived a sinless life. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed miracles, died on the cross for mankind and thus, atoned for our sins through the shedding of His blood. He rose from the dead on the third day according to the Scriptures, ascended to the right hand of the Father, and will return again in power and glory. (John 1:1, 14, 20:28; I Timothy 3:16; Isaiah 9:6; Philippians 2:5-6; I Timothy 2:5). Jesus Christ was conceived by God the Father, through the Holy Spirit (the third person of the Trinity) in the virgin Mary's womb; therefore, He is the Son of God (Matthew 1:18, 25; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 7:14; Luke 1:27-35). This Easter Jesus is the Savior, Thus, Jesus Christ was physically resurrected from the dead in a glorified body three days after His death on the cross. In addition, both the saved and the lost will be resurrected; they that are saved to the resurrection of life and they that are lost to the resurrection of eternal damnation (Luke 24:16, 36, 39; John 2:19-21, 20:26-28, 21:4; Acts 24:15; I Corinthians 15:42, 44; Philippians 1:21-23, 3:21). To understand this truth, Psalm 119:105 From the Elder. Reading to keep you through the Summer, until we come back with new posts.. prove all things by what the bible says. Let no man lead you to Hell. The Bible isn’t just a rulebook; it’s also a treasure trove of predictions and promises. The new covenant has Ordinances. Water Baptism: Following faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, the new convert is commanded by the Word of God to be baptized in water in the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38; Mark 16:16; Acts 8:12, 36-38; 10:47-48). The Lord's Supper: A unique time of communion in the presence of God when the elements of bread and grape juice (the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus Christ) 'are taken in remembrance of Jesus' sacrifice on the Cross (Matthew 26:26-29; I Corinthians 10:16, 11:23-25). Marriage: We believe marriage is defined in the Bible as a covenant, a sacred bond between one man and one woman, instituted by and publicly entered into before God (Matthew 19:4-6). Healing of the Sick Healing of the sick is illustrated in the life and ministry of Jesus, and included in the commission of Jesus to His disciples. It is given as a sign, which is to follow believers. It is also a part of Jesus' work on the Cross and one of the gifts of the Spirit. (Psalm 103:2-3; Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:16-17; Mark 16:17-18; Acts 8:6-7; James 5:14-16; I Corinthians 12:9, 28; Romans 11:29). God's Will for Provision It is the Father's will for believers to become whole, healthy and successful in all areas of life. But because of the fall, many may not receive the full benefits of God’s will while on Earth. That fact, though, should never prevent all believers from seeking the full benefits of Christ’s provision in order to better serve others. Spiritual (John 3:3-11; II Corinthians 5:17-21; Romans 10:9-10) Mental and Emotional (II Timothy 1:7, 2:11; Philippians 4:7-8; Romans 12:2; Isaiah 26:3). Physical (Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8:17; I Peter 2:24). Financial (Joshua 1:8; Malachi 3:10-11; Luke 6:38; II Corinthians 9:6-10; Deuteronomy 28:1-14; Psalm 34:10, 84:11; Philippians 4:19). From foretelling future events to showering us with assurances of God’s love and care, these are like guiding stars in the grand story of the Bible. With countless prophecies and promises, the Bible offers comfort and inspiration to those navigating the choppy waters of life. As you read through the summer never forget, this, All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” – 2 Timothy 3:16 Now, here’s the kicker: the Bible isn’t the brainchild of just one solitary author; it’s a grand collaboration that spans generations. While divine inspiration remains constant, the human authors bring their unique perspectives, life experiences, and writing styles to the table. Historical estimates suggest that around 80 human authors lent their voices to the various books within the Bible. Picture this: prophets, kings, fishermen, scholars – a diverse ensemble, each contributing their piece to the puzzle. It’s like a symphony, where every author plays their distinct notes and melodies, creating a harmonious and multi-layered masterpiece. Read it for yourselves.with around 788, 280 words in the Scripture, we have many people over time who have helped us be able to understand it better, such as with the 66 books in the Bible, and before the 12th century, they weren’t divided into chapters. This innovation was brought about by a man named Stephen Langton, and it made finding your way around a lot easier. All in all, the Bible has 1, 189 chapters, but it was still quite difficult to get “on the same page” when studying the Bible. So in 1551, Robert Estienne came up with the idea of numbering verses. There are 31, 102 of them, and the shortest one is John 11:35 “Jesus wept, ” while the longest is in the book of Esther and consists of 78 words. This is about the journey through those Bible chapters, the gold nuggets found in those sacred Bible verses, and the stories penned by incredible Bible authors. It’s about embracing the wisdom of the Scripture, understanding those promises, commandments, and parables that can change your life. So, as you journey through the Bible, remember the careful organization of chapters and verses. They’re your companions on this spiritual expedition, ensuring you never lose your way in this timeless and sacred text. When we read the different copies of the Bible, we will see this, in the counting of their words, The King James Bible: 783, 137 words. New King James Bible: 770, 430 words. The New International Bible (NIV): 727, 969 words. English Standard Version (ESV): 757, 439 words. New American Standard Bible (NASB): 782, 815 words. The elders use all trancelations. But it is saying the same thing.Short and Sweet, or Long and Thoughtful In this sea of verses, you’ll find some real gems. The Bible’s shortest verse, found in John, Chapter 11, Verse 35, is just two words: “Jesus wept.” It’s a powerful reminder of Jesus’s humanity and compassion. On the flip side, the longest verse resides in Esther, Chapter 8, Verse 9. It’s a lengthy legal decree that stretches over several lines, underlining the importance of detail in certain parts of the text. These chapter and verse divisions are like the Bible’s GPS, making it a breeze to find and explore specific passages. Think of them as your trusty guides through the rich landscapes of scripture, helping you navigate its teachings, stories, and wisdom. Read it, it will change you on the inside, and it will show on the outside. This is what it has done over the years, to many people. The Bible is a vast and profound collection of sacred texts, containing a significant number of words, chapters, and verses. It is divided into the Old Testament and the New Testament, with each section contributing to its overall length and depth. How many words is the Bible? The word count of the Bible varies depending on the translation, but it typically contains over 700, 000 words. This immense volume of text encompasses a wide range of literary genres, including history, poetry, prophecy, letters, and narratives. The Bible’s influence and significance throughout history cannot be overstated. It has shaped the beliefs, morals, and values of billions of people worldwide for centuries. Its impact extends to literature, art, culture, and the development of legal and ethical frameworks. The Bible continues to be a source of inspiration, guidance, and reflection for individuals and communities around the globe. Its enduring relevance lies in its ability to address timeless questions about human existence, morality, spirituality, and the relationship between humanity and the divine. Exploring the Bible’s vastness and influence serves as a reminder of its profound impact on the course of human history and the ongoing relevance of its teachings and narratives. When we point back to the Bible:! We are saying we only believe it if the bible says it. We are Bible-guided people who work to listen to and understand what God says. The Bible is the Word of God verbally inspired and written to mankind in 66 books; infallible and inerrant truth, complete in all we are to believe and do for salvation from sin and living for God’s glory. The Bible is the ultimate and final authority over every matter to which it speaks. It is to be believed in all it teaches; obeyed in all its commands; and trusted in all it promises (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 1 Thess. 2:13; 2 Pet. 1:19-21; 1 Cor. 2:7-14). Truth is it's all about Jesus, and the scripture. We always asked, if someone has some other answers? where did they get them from? That is how you should stand in life, If what someone believes does not come from the Bible, where? Did they get the answers? Show me that I should be a part of everyday life. We all should live the way the New Covenant says we should, with what God has given us we should begin where He says to 1 Timothy 5:5-8 our own homes first, then others, Religions are sometimes based on moral principles and theological systems. This does not make them what God gave the world. Christianity is not. A game, God does not play a Game, if you took what you are to Him, and He forgave you, you belong to Him, and should not let any man get between you and your God. It is based on a person, Jesus Christ, and on what he said and did. Christians believe that “all things have been created through him and for him” (Col 1:16). Therefore, they believe that everything he believes is correct. Since he believes every detail of the Bible and states that “it is easier for heaven and earth to pass away than for one stroke of a letter of the Law to fail” (Luke 16:17), those who follow him agree. Peter was one of those, and he wanted to be sure everyone who read his works knew it: “For we did not follow cleverly contrived myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ; instead, we were eyewitnesses of his majesty” (2 Pet 1:16). He’d grown up believing the Old Testament prophets who predicted the coming of the Messiah. However, when he found himself standing with Jesus when Moses and Elijah appeared and the voice of the Father thundered, “This is my beloved Son” – well, at that point, he had “the prophetic word strongly confirmed” (2 Pet 1:17-19). He saw with his own eyes the factuality of all that the biblical prophets had written. He explains why we should have complete confidence in and only in the written Word of God: The scripture shows all of us what truth is. So, We accept the Holy Bible as God’s authoritative Word and guide for life. By the awesome power of the Holy Spirit, God enabled man to write the inerrant, infallible truth of God for mankind. We mostly use the NIV for clarity and ease of reading. (2 Tim 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:19-21; Rev. 22:19; Rom 10:8-13) The Bible Is God’s Word What does it mean that the Bible is God’s Word? God moved and guided the authors of the Bible as they wrote. At the same time, this process allowed the writers to use their own styles and personalities. The Bible is authoritative in every subject it addresses and without error in the Any manuscripts of bible copy, since the words ultimately came from God who knows everything and is without fault. Beware of men who try to change this, great understanding so they can cause you to doubt. The Bible is unique among all the books in the world, and its message is unified throughout all 66 books. It was written by over 40 different writers, including shepherds, kings, priests, scholars, fishermen, and prophets, over a span of 1, 500 years. However, the Bible remains unified in its message even though it displays a wide variety of genres and its authors wrote for a variety of purposes and exhibited a broad range of emotions. The Bible Has Been Faithfully Passed Down A common objection to the accuracy of the Bible is, “Isn’t the Bible just a copy of a copy? ” The scribes who copied Scripture took great care in their work. Accuracy was ensured by a number of safeguards, including the counting of letters in a line and on a page. Minor variations exist between certain manuscripts, but thanks to the abundance of early texts and fragments, we can ascertain the original wording in nearly every case. And when men try to change you you should point to the fact, that The Bible Contains Fulfilled Prophecy The divine origin of the Bible is demonstrated through its frequent use of prophecy. Of all the “holy books” of the world, only the Bible contains accurate, predictive prophecy because only the God of the Bible knows the future and has the power to bring it to pass (Isaiah 46:9–12). All of us can see in the bible that, The Holy Bible, and only the Bible, is the authoritative Word of God. It alone is the final authority in determining all doctrinal truths. In its writing, it is inspired, infallible and inerrant, it tells us this here, (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20-21; Proverbs 30:5; Romans 16:25-26). The Bible Holds the Key to Eternal Life The Bible’s message provides ultimate answers to our greatest need (God’s forgiveness) and meets our deepest yearning (eternal life). God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die in our place, taking our sins upon Himself. Jesus Christ satisfied God’s justice, and three days later God raised Him from the dead. The answer to our greatest need and deepest longing is the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Holy Bible, and only the Bible, is the authoritative Word of God. It alone is the final authority in determining all doctrinal truths. In its teachings and writing, it is inspired, infallible and inerrant (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20-21; Proverbs 30:5; Romans 16:25-26). The Bible is the sacred scripture of Christianity. We believe it is the inerrant, infallible, divinely-inspired Word of God and is therefore the sole, supreme, and final authority in all matters of faith and practice, truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind. Through Scripture, God reveals Himself and His plan of redemption for man through our Lord, Jesus Christ. Therefore, there is nothing that should be added to or taken from the Canon of Scripture (the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments), as it is totally sufficient for gaining Salvation and understanding this redemptive plan of the Lord. For the purpose of church doctrine, practice, policy, and discipline, our elder board is the church's final interpretive authority on the Bible's meaning and application. Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:2; 8:3; Psalm 119:97-104, 160; Proverbs 30:5-6; Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 4:4; 5:18; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Revelation 22:18-19 Until next time the Elder, see post #2—

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Dear Elder, Why? Do you Return the Tithe to those who sent it up to you? We do not teach tithing for the new Covenant people. We are not Jews, or Hebrew, and are not under the Old Covenant of Moses. Tell us about the all Christian and all new Covenant? About why you send back tithes? Tell us how the old Holy days were fulfilled, and what they were? As a Church Group we do not take up a Tithe. This is also a fact that we do not pay the clergy. No Preacher gets paid. We are not the only people who do not tithe, there are many new covenant churches that will not pay a tithe. We will receive an offering, but not a tithe. God’s truly saved people will help where they can because of the Holy Spirit in them, so we only will receive this kind of support. And Offering. Here is where we stand on this matter. Know this, we do not take pay for what we do, we do not pay Pastors, or Elders, or anyone at the Church, or for church work. New covenant teaching is saying this, 1 Timothy 5:5-8, before someone gives anything, does someone in your home have needs, what about the Family? If you tithe it would have to be food, that is why they put it in a store house, this was what God gave the sons of the Levites, priest hood The. Levitical covenant. , for the work at the temple, to all people have have a made up mind in the New Covenant under Jesus as the Lord, and savior, or still under the Old covenant law of Moses, If it is Moses all the people would have to keep the old Covenant Holy days, we do not because of what we are told here. Then never let anyone criticize you for what you eat or drink, or about observance of annual festivals, . These are only a shadow of what was coming; the reality is the body of Christ. Now it is fully established which law was blotted out and nailed to the cross. At the moment of Christ’s death, the veil of the temple was ripped from top to bottom by an unseen hand (Matthew 27:51). The most holy place of the sanctuary was exposed where the sprinkled blood recorded all the sins of the people. But no more blood needed to be sprinkled; no more lambs needed to be slain; the true Lamb had come to which all those sacrifices pointed. From henceforth, it would be a denial of the Saviour to bring animals. It would be denying that He was the fulfillment of all the shadows and types. Therefore, it would be “against us” or “contrary to us” to continue observing that mosaic law. Colossians 2:16-17 But let’s look closer at that text in Colossians 2:14-16 to get the real picture. After describing the “blotting out” and “nailing” of the ordinances, Paul wrote, “Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink.” The word “therefore” means “based on what has just been said, we must come to this conclusion.” In other words, he was saying, “Based upon the fact that the ordinances have been blotted out, therefore let no one judge you on meat or drink.” We in our day are to be all Christian and all new Covenant. The New Covenant is to be lived out in The Presence of God Revelation of God where Jesus is the savior, and Lord, Acts 4:12. Saved people do have aCommission to fulfill Jer. 31:31 says the old Covenant laws are Law(s) for man to keep in the person's heart. God still has Consequence of disobedience And Reward/promise of covenant Sign/Seal of the covenant Holy Father of all who believe in Christ Be and make disciples Keep Jesus’ commands, love one another Correction, punishment does still come from God. Eternal life, heavenly inheritance He will return, Jesus’ Fulfillment of the Feast of Trumpets will happen. The Feast of Trumpets is a picture of the rapture when Jesus will return with the blowing of a trumpet from heaven. Those who are not prepared to meet Him will tremble in unspeakable fear. But those of us who are ready to meet our God will ascend and meet the Messiah in the air just as Moses ascended the mountain to meet our God. In 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17, Paul writes, “For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we shall always be with the Lord.” In both the past and future, the blowing of the shofar announces God’s manifest presence and kingdom. Next time the Lord’s shofar blows it will be to signal the return of the Messiah and His glory will be fully manifested to the entire world! Baptism/Holy Spirit makes the difference between the saved and the un-saved. Anyone can read what is going on in the life of the saved people. 1Pet 1:15-17 Jn 14:6, 20:17 Mt 28:18-20 Jn 15:9-17 Heb 12:5-10 Jn 3:16 1 Pet 1:3-4 Rom 6:3-7 Eph 1:13-14 Luke 22:20 Heb 9:15 Did you know That... the Lord’s Prayer based on the elements of the New Covenant? When we pray as Our Lord taught us, we are affirming our covenant relationship with the Father, asking for his spiritual and physical provision, and affirming our responsibility to do God’s will. When Jesus' disciples asked him how to pray, he responded with what is commonly known as the Lord's Prayer. As the most repeated prayer in Christendom, it has been examined from different perspectives, attempting to classify its basic concepts and arrangement. Perhaps the view that makes the most sense is that Jesus was teaching his followers about living according to the principles of the New Covenant, the basics of our “rights and responsibilities” as citizens of the kingdom of God. An examination of the elements of the New Covenant are reproduced below. The elements of the Lord's Prayer, taken from Mt. 6, illustrate the striking similarities between the two. Read this, this has already happened, the Bible says that the sacrifices and offerings will cease? Daniel 9:27, . "And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week: and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifice and the oblation to cease.. . " Was there historical evidence that the earthly temple services of sacrifices came to an end in fulfillment of Daniel's prophecy? Matthew 27:50-51, "Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost. And, behold, the veil of the temple was rented in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent.. . " Such as! The Bible is Our Primary Standard and Final Authority We are a church people that believes in the Bible, studies the Bible, preaches and teaches the Bible, and seeks to obey the Bible. The Bible is central to all that we are and do. In it God speaks to us today concerning every area of life and thought. In a day when biblical authority is undermined or neglected in many churches, we seek to be faithful to the Word of God. So- We place our trust and faith in Christ alone: in his person, work, and Word. The Bible and it alone, as the Word of Christ, is our final standard for all that we believe and do. It is inspired by God and therefore the absolute authority as truth; inerrant and infallible in all matters, including history and science. The whole counsel of God in Scripture is our standard in every area of life and thought. We do affirm that the Bible is the Written Word of God As well as We confess that this Word of God was not sent nor delivered by the will of man, but that men spake from God, being moved by the Holy Spirit, as the apostle Peter says; and that afterwards God, from a special care which He has for us and our salvation, commanded His servants, the prophets and apostles, to commit His revealed word to writing; and He Himself wrote with His own finger the two tables of the law. Therefore we call such writings holy and divine Scriptures. (Belgic Confession) Commitment to the Inerrancy of the Bible As a Reformed church, that way God gave reform Heb. 9:10 from the old Covenant, to the all Christian and all New Covenant, we hold the highest estimation of the Bible. The Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy provides a full statement of the correct view of Scripture. In the summary statement we read: God, who is Himself Truth and speaks truth only, has inspired Holy Scripture in order thereby to reveal Himself to lost mankind through Jesus Christ as Creator and Lord, Redeemer and Judge. Holy Scripture is God’s witness to Himself. Holy Scripture, being God’s own Word, written by men prepared and superintendent by His Spirit, is of infallible divine authority in all matters upon which it touches: It is to be believed, as God’s instruction, in all that it affirms; obeyed, as God’s command, in all that it requires; embraced, as God’s pledge, in all that it promises. The Holy Spirit, Scripture’s divine Author, both authenticates it to us by His inward witness and opens our minds to understand its meaning. Being wholly and verbally God-given, Scripture is without error or fault in all its teaching, no less in what it states about God’s acts in creation, about the events of world history, and about its own literary origins under God, than in its witness to God’s saving grace in individual lives. The authority of Scripture is inescapably impaired if this total divine inerrancy is in any way limited or disregarded, or made relative to a view of truth contrary to the Bible’s own; and such lapses bring serious loss to both the individual and the Church. “The Word, the Whole Word, Nothing but the Word! ” So did you know that Jesus kept the old covenant to his fulfillment at His death, we asked Did Christ observe the holy days? Let’s start with Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who set the perfect example for us to follow. What was His example in observing the festivals? We find mention of His parents bringing Him to Jerusalem to observe the spring festivals (Luke 2:41-42). Keeping the Passover was His custom, which He did right up to the end of His physical life on earth (Matthew 26; Mark 14; Luke 22; John 2:23; John 4:45; John 13). There are records of Jesus Christ also observing other holy days. In John 7, we find a reference to Jesus observing the Feast of Tabernacles. In John 5:1, we find a reference to Jesus observing “a feast of the Jews” in Jerusalem. This could refer to the Feast of Unleavened Bread or the Feast of Tabernacles. So, there is evidence that Jesus, our role model, kept the holy days outlined in the Old Testament all the way up until His death on the Cross.. He came to fulfill them. Here are what THE SEVEN ANNUAL SACRED FEASTS OF THE OLD COVENANT were: 1. The Passover: This is the foundational feast Leviticus 23:4-8 the new covenant people know this to happen, Fulfillment in Christ The New Testament shouts the proclamation that a new Passover Lamb has come. As Jesus was about to begin His ministry, John the Baptist saw Him coming toward him and cried out, “Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! ” (John 1:29). This is bookended in the Book of Revelation—the book of last things—where Yeshua is referred to as the Lamb of God 31 times. From the beginning to the end of the Brit Chadashah (New Testament), Yeshua’s role as the Lamb of God is central to understanding who He is and what He came to do. When Yeshua celebrated that last Passover meal with His disciples, He lifted up the matzo and wine to tell them that His own body was about to be broken and His own blood shed for their salvation. He was their Passover Lamb. Yeshua is the ultimate fulfillment of the feast, which is why Paul says plainly in 1 Corinthians 5:7 that Christ has become our Passover. When John the Baptist said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! ” (John 1:29), he understood the Old Testament reference. And in the New Testament, we see that Jesus, born in a stable, visited by shepherds, and led to the slaughter, is that lamb sent for us. His death allows the judgment we deserve to pass over us. When we accept Christ, we accept the loving gift of a second chance — because of his death on the cross, we have a clean slate! Additionally, 1 Corinthians 5:7 clearly states that Jesus is the Passover Lamb: "Cleanse out the old leaven that you may be a new lump, as you really are unleavened. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed." 2. Unleavened Bread: This feast was to last for 7 days Unleavened Bread Feast — Leviticus 23:6 Fulfillment in Christ Only the Messiah, the perfect, sinless sacrifice, could offer a permanent solution. The unleavened bread represents Jesus’ sinless life; he is the only perfect sacrifice for our sins. In John 6:35, Jesus boldly states that he is the bread of life. Not only does he remove our sins, He nourishes our souls! Jesus was buried during the Feast of Unleavened Bread because He is the absolute fulfillment of it. Jesus is the One who perfectly and immediately obeys the Father. During the last Passover that Yeshua shared with His disciples, He took the matzo, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me” (Luke 22:19). The Feast of Unleavened Bread retains its original meaning but took on its fullest and final meaning when Yeshua Himself, the Bread of heaven, was broken and given unto us! “Let us therefore celebrate the festival, not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth, ” (1 Cor. 5:8). In summary, the Unleavened Bread pointed to the Messiah’s sinless life, making Him the perfect sacrifice for our sins. Jesus’ body was in the grave during the first days of this feast, like a kernel of wheat planted and waiting to burst forth as the bread of life. 3. First Fruits Leviticus 23:10 Fulfillment in Christ This “third-day” celebration was the same day that Jesus was resurrected from the dead. In 1 Corinthians 15:20, Paul refers to Jesus as the first fruits of the dead. He represents the first of the great harvest of souls — including you — that will resurrect to eternal life because of the new covenant in his blood (Luke 22:20). The Feast of Passover is related to Jesus’ death and the Feast of Unleavened Bread to His burial. Now, the Feast of First Fruits will carry us fully into the event of His Resurrection. Consider that this is a spring feast—the first of the spring harvest. Winter has passed and everything that was once dead is coming to life again. It is like the earth has been raised from the dead. This all takes on new meaning when we see that Yeshua, who was dead, supernaturally came back to life on this holy day. Then He ascended to heaven as “the first fruits of those raised from the dead.” (See 1 Corinthians 15:20, 23.) Yeshua said in this verse in Revelation 1:17–18, “I am the first and the last, and the living One; and I was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore.” Here again, the timing of this feast too is significant. It took place on the day after the Sabbath, which is Sunday. On which day did Jesus rise from the dead? Sunday! Just as Yeshua Himself actually became the unleavened bread that was broken for us, He became the first fruit of the harvest brought back to life. As the sheaf was lifted up and waved before the priest, so too, Yeshua rose from the dead and presented Himself to the Father. And just as in ancient Israel, God accepted the whole harvest through the first fruits offering, so it is today—we are accepted by Father God through the first fruits offering of Messiah! Yeshua rose from the dead on the Feast of First Fruits, both fulfilling it and bringing it to its climax. 4. Pentecost or Feast of Weeks Feast of Weeks or Pentecost — Leviticus 23:16 Fulfillment in Christ and came just as we are told in Acts, 2:1-22 God’s plan to save souls included more than the Jews. Through Jesus, this plan was revealed. In Matthew 9:37, Jesus tells his disciples that “the harvest is great, but the workers are few.” Then he put the plan into place: In Acts 1:4, he tells them to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. That arrival was the day the Church was born — Pentecost — and the harvest began with 3, 000 souls. The message spread to both Jews and Gentiles (the two leavened loaves of bread), extending the harvest to us! Fifty days after Jesus Resurrection, 120 of his followers were gathered together in the upper room celebrating Shavuot. As they were there recalling again how God appeared in fire on top of the mountain and gave Moses the laws and commandments for His people, suddenly the living Yahweh appeared to them afresh and anew. As He did on Sinai, God appeared again in fire right there in the upper room. And it wasn’t just one fire this time—an individual tongue of fire appeared over each of the 120 who were sitting there. This encounter inaugurated the time when the Lord would no longer speak to His people by writing on tablets of stone. Instead, He was fulfilling the prophecies of Ezekiel and Jeremiah, writing the law on their hearts. This living tongue that brought the fresh fire of God came and filled each of them. They had received the Ruach HaKodesh, the same Spirit that had filled the Messiah they loved and that He had promised to send them. 5. Feast of Shouting (Also known as Trumpets) Leviticus 23:24 Fulfillment in Christ On the same front, the sound of a trumpet is also associated with the rapture, or the time Jesus will return for his bride (1 Corinthians 15:52). Once he returns, there will be a wedding feast of celebration. Revelation 19:9 says, “Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding feast of the Lamb.” He’s preparing us to celebrate! In summary, the Feast of Trumpets (Called Rosh Hashanah today), points to the Rapture when the Messiah will appear in the heavens as a Bridegroom coming for His bride, the Church. The Rapture is always associated in Scripture with the blowing of a loud trumpet (I Thessalonians 4:13-18 and I Corinthians 15:52). 6. Day of Atonement Day of Atonement — Leviticus 16, 23:26-32; Num. 29 This day was actually not a feast but a day of fasting. Isa. 58. Fulfillment in Christ Where is Jesus in these sacrificed animals? The bull and one of the goats were an offering of thanks, but the “scapegoat” took on their sins (Leviticus 16:10). The scapegoat was to be burdened with all the sins of Israel and sent into the wilderness. The Jewish leaders condemned Jesus, and he — burdened with the sins of all mankind — was led out of the city to be crucified: “He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins — and not only our sins but the sins of the world” (1 John 2:2). The necessity of the Day of Atonement was rendered void by Jesus’ death on the cross — our debt has been paid! 7. Feast of Tabernacles Feast of Tabernacles or Booths — Leviticus 23:34 Fulfillment in Christ the New Covenant, has come Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13 we have been reformed from the old Covenant to the New Covenant, Heb. 9:10. Jesus is called Emmanuel, meaning “God is with us” (Matthew 1:23). He put on a temporary tabernacle — a human body — to dwell on this earth and offer himself as a sacrifice. This feast also points to the promise that God will return and rally with his people — in the person of Jesus. And when he does, he has promised that there will be no more death and suffering, that he himself will wipe away every tear from our eyes (Revelation 21:4). His return is the final answer to the hope we’ve carried our entire lives. What a day that will be! These festivals can be broken down into two basic divisions: 1. The Spring Festivals 2. The Fall Festivals Aloof them plus the Temple food tithe fulfilled. Thank you but no, we receive offerings but never a tithe. We teach it is a sin to tithe, under the all Christian and all New Covenant. We are Gentle people, not Jews. We believe that we live under an all Christian, and all New Covenant now, we have no temple, no priest, to feed. So there is no need to tithe. It has been removed from the new Covenant people. It was not money in the Old Covenant. And was not moved to the New Covenant as money. There is no promise here to New Covenant believers to tithe money. Under the New Covenant, God has thrown out the entire sacrificial system. And we do not need food to keep a priesthood. And we are not jews. There is no Temple and no need for tithing food. And tithing was never money.. Here is where we stand and say read it for yourselves. The idea of a tithe comes from the Old Testament Hebrew word which means the “tenth part” of something. Tithing filled a very specific purpose: taking care of the Levites who were in charge of the Israelite’s Temple. Out of all twelve of the tribes of Israel, the Levites were different from the other eleven (Joshua 13:33). All the other tribes were given a land inheritance where they could own land and cultivate it for food. Not the Levites though, because the Lord, the God of Israel himself is their inheritance (Deuteronomy 18:2). Instead of working the land, they had the special responsibility of working at the Temple. They were either priests or they carried out other Temple duties. Because they had no means to grow their own plants or raise their own animals, God instructed the other eleven tribes to tithe every tenth of their food to the Levites (Numbers 18:21). Mal 3:10 ‘Bring ALL the tithe into the storehouse that there may be food in my house’ (as per Deut 14 and 26 this clearly means the whole of the Lords offering which was 10% of the THIRD YEARS TITHE which the LEVITES brought to Jerusalem for the priests) Note The ‘storehouse’ referred to here is the food store in the temple in Jerusalem for the priests and the poor... and it was never the local synagogue. The two rooms could never hold more than a fraction of all of Israel's tithes. NOR was it the 'treasury' which was a place to store money. This again shows that the tithe was NOT of MONEY but FOOD! Mal 3:12 Then all the nations will call you blessed….ie as per the promises of Deut 28:1-14 TITHING WAS GOD'S WAY UNDER THE LAW THAT THE LEVITES/PRIESTS WOULD GET THEIR SHARE OF FOOD AND THAT THE POOR OF THE NATION WOULD ALSO BE FED. ...from the Promised Land which God provided for them! Two things are of note. One, Jesus is talking to Jews still under the law during a time when the Temple still existed and was being used. Two, no money is mentioned as being a tithe; Jesus only mentions plants used for food. The only items mentioned in the New Testament for a tithe are items from a garden. So, if we really want to be Biblical when a church leader asks for a tithe, we can give them a salad. Scripture is clear, a tithe is meant to be food to eat. AND THAT PEOPLE WOULD CELEBRATE HIS BLESSING ON THEIR CROPS AT THE RELIGIOUS FESTIVALS The Bible does not say money as the tithing because tithing is commanded in the scripture from agricultural increase in Leviticus 27:30-33, Deut. 12:17, Duet. 14:23, 28, 2 Chron. 35:1-6 Nehemiah 10:37 and 12:44, Matthew 23:23 and Luke 11:42. Anyone who suggests or commands Christians to pay tithes from income have misread the Bible when it clearly proves there is no such thing as tithing to non-agricultural increase. Agricultural tithes were mandatory in the scripture and they came from land based products. And by the way, offerings were required three times a year and guess what, only men were required to bring offerings. See Deuteronomy 16:16 which reads “Three times a year all your males shall appear before the LORD your God in the place which He chooses: at the Feast of Unleavened Bread, at the Feast of Weeks, and at the Feast of Tabernacles; and they shall not appear before the LORD empty-handed. 17 Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God which He has given you.” So I will say it again we do not tithe, we do not pay Preachers, or church workers at all, we do take up offerings, for those in need, to help with church work, in the world, but all people are told that God will is very clear under the New Covenant, the the needs of your own home come first, read 1 Timothy 5:5-8 again. This is God’s will for the new Covenant people. Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. Matthew 23:23 There is NO scripture EVER given that suggests that tithes were required from Israelites that had other occupations other than land-owner farmers eg laborers, skilled craftsmen, weavers, designers, or carpenters (or being Jews – merchants, bankers, and lawyers or doctors) under the LAW. All the highly regarded rabbis of the past and present concur on this matter. Read this again, For the Bible says in Hosea 4:6: “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me; Because you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children.” Based on the law, and in Hebrews chapter 7 verse 5, the Bible says that Levi had the commandment to collect and receive tithes. If you look in Numbers 18:26, reads “Speak thus to the Levites, and say to them: ‘When you take from the children of Israel the tithes which I have given you from them as your inheritance, then you shall offer up a heave offering of it to the LORD, a tenth of the tithe.” From this verse, it is clear that the Levites had to pay a tithe of tithe. In other words a tenth of the tenth. Mathematically that is one percent. So that means the High Priest Aaron and his son received one percent of the tithe. The chapter also says that Levi paid tithes to Abraham when Abraham tithe to Melchizedek (Heb. 7:9). What Paul indicates in this chapter is that Abraham’s one-time tithe was for Levi (the future priesthood of Israel), and not a tithe for Abram himself. Hebrews 7:18, it reads: “For on the one hand there is an annulling of the former commandment…” The question to ask is what is the former commandment that Paul sets aside and annuals. Based on strict exegesis from Hebrews 7:5 which reads: ” And indeed those who are of the sons of Levi, who receive the priesthood, have a commandment to receive tithes from the people according to the law, that is, from their brethren, though they have come from the loins of Abraham; …” the commandment Paul refers to setting aside is Hebrews 7:5 because he refers to no other commandment in the chapter or any surrounding chapters. So as it stands, the “disannulling of the commandment” is no other than Paul setting aside the Levite’s tithe commandment for the institutional church and the believer. So why did Paul disannull the tithe command? The next verse in Hebrews chapter 7, verse 19 says why tithing is set aside in the New Testament: “for the law made nothing perfect; on the other hand, there is the bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God.” The new hope in Christ is that we give from the heart as we purpose in our hearts. Just as Christ gave his life freely, we give freely as he did without compulsion or grudgingly as cheerful freewill grace givers. Paul rejected tithing because he did not tithe. We teach that all should clearly receive what the New Covenant is, so the truth is understood that Christ came from another priesthood and considered Levi’s priesthood as one that was made after a carnal command. In the days of Jesus the jews did still take up a tithe, they don’t do that today they have no temple there in Israel, someday they will rebuild one there. Read it for yourselves, The New Testament never once tells us to tithe. The only time the word "tithe" is used in the NT is in the context of food. People quote Mat 23:23 - but food is right there in that verse and people just ignore it. In fact every single instance of the word "tithe" in the Bible is related to FOOD. Money is not the tithe. I also believe that the Biblical model for giving is 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Notice the words "under compulsion". By definition, a fixed 10% is a compulsion. It is no longer "what you have decided in your heart to give". I believe being compelled to give at least a fixed amount robs one of the blessing of giving, because one is giving out of compulsion not out of love. How would you feel if you had to buy a friend a gift that was "at least $X amount" or he wouldn't accept it? Would you feel generous or would you feel that your hand was forced? What if you wanted to give more than $X, but because you were forced to spend at least $X - now you feel compelled, not generous. Go back and read it again! What was it for, and who was it for? Num 18:21 ‘I give to the Levites all the tithes as their inheritance in return for the work they do while serving….23 it shall be a statute forever, throughout your generations, that among the children of Israel they shall have no inheritance. NOTE This scripture defines the reason 'why' tithing was required to be given to Levites. It is NOT because they were 'full time' workers (a typical Levites roster was 1 week out of 24 ONLY - 1 Chron 24-26). It was primarily because they forfeited their share of the Land as an inheritance. Num 18:23-24 '..."Behold, I have given the children of Levi all the tithes in Israel as an inheritance in return for the work which they perform, the work of the tabernacle of meeting. 22 Hereafter the children of Israel shall not come near the tabernacle of meeting, lest they bear sin and die. 23 But the Levites shall perform the work of the tabernacle of meeting, and they shall bear their iniquity; it shall be a statute forever, throughout your generations, that among the children of Israel they shall have no inheritance. 24 For the tithes of the children of Israel, which they offer up as a heave offering to the LORD, I have given to the Levites as an inheritance; therefore I have said to them, 'Among the children of Israel they shall have no inheritance.'" This passage defines 'who' was to receive the tithes. No-one else (other than the poor) is ever authorized to receive tithes in the scriptures. (giving it to a preacher or a 'local church' would constitute a SIN according to the Law) This passage defines 'who' was to receive the tithes. No-one else (other than the poor) is ever authorized to receive tithes in the scriptures. (giving it to a preacher or a 'local church' would constitute a SIN according to the Law) NOTE This passage of scripture is addressed to the priests (vs 20) and the intent is to explain how they were to be supported. It is NOT a command to the people on 'when' or 'how' tithes were to be given...that is only ever detailed in Deut 14 & 26 NOTE The tribe of Levi had forfeited their inheritance in the land to the rest of Israel and therefore needed to receive the food grown on it...this supply was secured under an everlasting statute/covenant with God (Numbers 18:23, Mal 2:4-9) NOTE The requirement to have 'no inheritance in the land' is casually overlooked by most 'clergy' who claim to be entitled to receive or partake of tithes today! . ..as is the fact that the gentiles were never given a share in the 'land' of Israel NOTE As detailed in Deut 14 and 26 it was only in the third year that ALL the tithe was given to Levites. (& widows & orphans) (In the bible the meaning of the word ALL is commonly required to be interpreted in line with its context and other scriptures as to its scope. ie ALL does not necessarily mean all of the types of tithes, from all of the people and all of the time Refer to section 9 'Single or multiple tithes' for examples of this) The tithe equated to 10% divided by 3 (i.e. every third year).... BUT it was also shared with the 'poor' = 3.34% ave per year Levi had 22, 000 people over 1 month old out of 603, 000 Israelites over 20 years old = approx 2.2% of Israel's population (Num 1:32 and Num 3:39) LEASE NOTE Neither the word 'festival' or 'poor' are EVER found to describe the tithes of Deuteronomy in the hebrew text. These words are illegitimate insertions intended to deceive people and to justify claims of multiple tithes being required. The Law forbids adding or subtracting even a jot or tittle Deut 4:1-2 and Mat 5:18-19. Deceivers be warned. Deut 14:22 "You shall truly tithe all the increase of your grain that the field produces year by year. NKJV (tithes were NOT the first 10% nor were they given weekly. ..they were set aside over the year and only given once) NOTE The tithe always specifically referred to produce of the fields only (NEVER the wages of people) NOTE This is the ONLY place where the people of Israel are commanded in the Law 'how and when' to tithe.... and 'what' is to be done with the tithe. NOTE This % is confirmed as being correct because the Levites and priests share of the spoils was set by God as 2.2% of the total (refer Numbers 31:28 & 30) NOTE Today as New Testament believers WE ARE ALL PRIESTS (1 Pet 2:5 and 2:9 and Rev 1:6, 5:10 and 20:6) Deut 12 :5-12 '.... There you shall take your burnt offerings, your sacrifices, your tithes, the heave offerings of your hand, your vowed offerings, your freewill offerings, and the firstborn of your herds and flocks. 7 And there you shall eat before the LORD your God, and you shall rejoice in all to which you have put your hand, you and your households, in which the LORD your God has blessed you. NKJV NOTE God commands the people to EAT of their tithes...this is repeated many times so that we do not mistake HIS command (i.e. in vs 11-12, 15 and 18 also) this was the feast day of feast of tabernacles or of living in tents, God’s people do not keep the feast of tabernacles and old covenant Holy Day about the old Covenant has been temporary until the New Covenant could come, When the bible talks about that feast day it says, Note that in verse 24-26 we are told that (if we are to far away from Jerusalem) we can convert our tithe to money but that we are then buy 'sheep, cattle, wine or strong drink' and 'to eat and rejoice in the presence of the Lord your God'. Yes this is in your bible...God COMMANDS you to eat your tithe in a party to celebrate His blessing on your life and His goodness towards you. Back to food for the person, not the priesthood. These scriptures are where GOD defines 'what must be done' with the tithe...and 'when' it must be done by the Israelites These scripture will blow the storehouse money tithing heresy as taught by most churches today right out of the water...which is why they are NEVER preached! NOTE You the giver are to EAT your tithe in celebration before God to thanks Him for his blessings NOTE You are only to give the tithe to the Levites and the poor in the THIRD Year...the year of the tithe! Deut 14:27-29 ……"At the end of every third year you shall bring out the tithe of your produce of that year and store it up within your gates. 29 And the Levite, because he has no portion nor inheritance with you, and the stranger and the fatherless and the widow who are within your gates, may come and eat and be satisfied, that the LORD your God may bless you in all the work of your hand which you do. NKJV NOTE Only on the THIRD YEAR was the tithe brought to the store in the city (ie the Levites being 2.2% of Israel's population were obviously not intended to get 10% of the nations food every year) NOTE The poor and the weak were too free to share in the tithe....they did not have to give tithes! Deut 26-1-11 …(vs2) take some of the firstfruits of all that you produce from the soil …and put them in a basket....(vs11) and you and the Levites, and aliens shall rejoice in all the good things (ie EAT) that the Lord your God has given you NOTE Firstfruits are clearly not tithes …ie a basket which contains some of the firstfruits (this can be verified in most bible dictionaries). ..and they were also to be EATEN by the giver and shared with the Levites in a celebration! Deut 26:12 When you have finished laying aside all the tithe of your increase in the third year, THE YEAR OF THE TITHE you shall give it to the Levite, the alien, the fatherless and the widow so that they may eat in your towns and be satisfied (This was done by bringing it to the STORE in the towns for them as detailed in Deut 14:28-29) NOTE Unlike Firstfruits that were the first part of the produce, Tithes were not the first as they were laid aside through the year NOTE The third year was called THE YEAR OF THE TITHE for a reason ie in that year ONLY was ALL the tithe given to the Levites (as per Num 18:21...and even then it was still to be shared with the poor because it would have been more than they needed proportionately). In the other years God COMMANDED that it was to be eaten by the giver and his family at the feasts Deut 14:22-27 NOTE ALL the tithe of the third year was given to the Levites. NOT a second tithe after the Levites tithe was first given...but ALL THE (singular) TITHE. This scriptural passage single handedly proves that there was to be NO separate 'first tithe' or 'Levites tithe' as some claim because the third year tithe was the Levites tithe of Numbers 18:21-23. Deut 26:13 then say to the Lord ‘I have removed from my house the Sacred Portion and have given it to the Levite, the alien, the fatherless and the widow as you have commanded me’ NOTE The command to give the tithe to the Levites (in Numbers 18, Heb 7:5) applied to the third years produced only. This is NOT a 'poor tithe' as some choose to misleadingly call it. ...it is THE LEVITES tithe NOTE This ties up with Mal 3:8 as to having robbed God by not obeying this command...ie GOD had given the tithe to the Levites....they were to give 10% of the Sacred Portion as the Lords Offering (Num 18:26) to the Priests ….. therefore by not giving the tithe of the tithe in the THIRD YEAR God ended up being robbed! NOTE Again that it is confirmed that the 'poor' were to partake of the tithe....not to give it! We tell all who will listen to beware of Men who just want money. Read this! Malachi 3:8-12 This scripture, because of its frequent out of context use, can best be described as 'a sledge-hammer to cause fear, guilt, condemnation and confusion’ for Christians today Note Malachi was an OLD TESTAMENT prophet. Prophets pointed Israel back to THE LAW (read Mal 1 and 2 and you will see it is addressed to the Levites and priests) God did not use prophets to rewrite the Law! It was the Levites tithe of the tithe that was to be brought to the temple for the Priests (Numbers 18:26, Nehemiah 10:36-37). The people's tithe was either eaten or stored at the gates for the Levites every third year. Note We cannot be cursed today as born again believers for disobeying the LAW of Moses (which never applied to Gentiles. ..and today cannot even be properly observed Jewish believers....as there is no temple or Levitical priesthood) Gal 3:13 Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the Law by becoming a curse for us as it is written ‘Cursed is anyone who is hung on a tree’ Note As New Testament believers we receive blessing by faith in the completed work of Christ and not by doing the works of the Law (Eph 1:3 and Gal 3:1-14…..a must read) Note I say ‘out of context’ use as scripture must be used to interpret scripture and ‘in the mouth of two witnesses or three let every word be CONFIRMED’ …….. Doctrines should not be based on one scripture only (eg using Malachi 3:8-12 contrary to the LAW as detailed in Leviticus 27 and Numbers 18 and Deuteronomy 14 and 26) Mal 3:8 Will a man rob God? You ask how have we robbed you? ….. ie God had set out the law in Deut 14 and 26 which they were not obeying by not giving the Sacred Portion, ie the third years tithe, to the Levites who would then bring the Lords offering to the temple for the priests (Numbers 18:26) Mal 3:9 You are under a curse…. i.e Deut 28:1-14 were the blessings for obedience but Deut 28:15-68 were the curses Israel put themselves under by disobedience. .."THIS whole nation of you"...it is only addressed to ISRAEL...and Mal 4:4 confirms this! Note We are not under the Law today ….. even the Jews...see Romans 7:6 ‘We have been released from the Law so that we serve in the new way of the Spirit not under the old ways of the written code’ Until next time the Elder Rev Simon Kidd, Kidd Family Ministry Owingsville Ky. 1-859-274-2617 [email protected] email anytime.

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Stop harassing Jews!!! Everyone go to Israel & preach!!! All elders to report to santas sleigh immediately!!! Let's go save the Jews!!!

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God save the Jews, stop protesting against Israel!!! Gaza is SIN!! Mohammed will not be forsaken!! Do not turn from Mohammad!!! He was a badass boxer & will come back & beat the devil out of you!!!

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Well even a fool can see its about Jesus, all about Jesus Thank you so much, we once follow after a religion that says its Christian, but only have bad words to say about Jesus our Lord, 1 Question all of us should ask is Where is the Lord in all of this? John 3:16 and Acts 4:12, to any fool who calls out to Heaven, will be taken just we were to they can begin again, Him the Holy Ghost will take that person just as He did us to Romans 10:9-13 when we turn to Him He turns to us, for real. Thank you to the Elder of Owingsville Ky, for you post, on Owingsville Topic. Dear Brother in Christ Jesus, we now can see that all we have in life God has been mercifully to us, ( BUT WE WANT YOU KNOW THIS ALL WE HAVE < WE HAVE RECEIVED FROM GOD < AND THERE IS NOTHING WE WONT GIVE TO THE WORK GOD IS DOING< So if you have any needs just let us know, we are here, and ready, our prayer are with you, anything we can do, we pledge Help and any cost. Donnie M Family.

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Thank you for what you do, I had given up on God, others seem to be better off than, my thinking told me I was, but reading the truth teaching you post on Owingsville topic, help me to turn to Jesus just as I am, when i wen to him as you told me in Acts 4:12, and to be told that its all about this Jesus, of John 3:16 and that all of us are given a Choice, it made me call on this Jesus that had already redeemed us from the fall of mankind, for the first time in my life I took my children's hand last night in Prayer, for our selves, an someone else, You where that someone else Elder, My God bless, and keep you and yours, Donnie M and family.

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Amen, John

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Amen amen, and amen, yours only speaking the truth, Keep it up, bring it on, Teach us more, and more. John

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Amen, and a pure love it is.

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Amen, and a pure love it is.

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So many versions of the rules I can't keep up.

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Bible > Deuteronomy > Chapter 23 > Verse 13 ◄ Deuteronomy 23:13 ► Audio Crossref Comm Hebrew Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version As part of your equipment have something to dig with, and when you relieve yourself, dig a hole and cover up your excrement. New Living Translation Each of you must have a spade as part of your equipment. Whenever you relieve yourself, dig a hole with the spade and cover the excrement. English Standard Version And you shall have a trowel with your tools, and when you sit down outside, you shall dig a hole with it and turn back and cover up your excrement. Berean Standard Bible And you must have a digging tool in your equipment so that when you relieve yourself you can dig a hole and cover up your excrement. King James Bible And thou shalt have a paddle upon thy weapon; and it shall be, when thou wilt ease thyself abroad, thou shalt dig therewith, and shalt turn back and cover that which cometh from thee: New King James Version and you shall have an implement among your equipment, and when you sit down outside, you shall dig with it and turn and cover your refuse. New American Standard Bible and you shall have a spade among your tools, and it shall be when you sit down outside, you shall dig with it and shall turn and cover up your excrement. NASB 1995 and you shall have a spade among your tools, and it shall be when you sit down outside, you shall dig with it and shall turn to cover up your excrement. NASB 1977 and you shall have a spade among your tools, and it shall be when you sit down outside, you shall dig with it and shall turn to cover up your excrement. Legacy Standard Bible and you shall have a spade among your tools, and it shall be when you sit down outside, you shall dig with it and shall turn to cover up your excrement. Amplified Bible and you shall have a spade among your tools, and when you sit down outside, you shall dig a hole with it and shall turn and cover up your waste. Christian Standard Bible You are to have a digging tool in your equipment; when you relieve yourself, dig a hole with it and cover up your excrement. Holman Christian Standard Bible You must have a digging tool in your equipment; when you relieve yourself, dig a hole with it and cover up your excrement. American Standard Version and thou shalt have a paddle among thy weapons; and it shall be, when thou sittest down abroad, thou shalt dig therewith, and shalt turn back and cover that which cometh from thee: Aramaic Bible in Plain English And you shall have a trowel on your weapon and when you put down the waters of your legs, dig with it and cover your dung: Brenton Septuagint Translation and thou shalt have a trowel on thy girdle; and it shall come to pass when thou wouldest relieve thyself abroad, that thou shalt dig with it, and shalt bring back the earth and cover thy nuisance. Contemporary English Version And make sure that you have a small shovel in your equipment. When you go out to the toilet area, use the shovel to dig a hole. Then, after you relieve yourself, bury the waste in the hole. Douay-Rheims Bible Carrying a paddle at thy girdle. And when thou sittest down, thou shalt dig round about, and with the earth that is dug up thou shalt cover English Revised Version and thou shalt have a paddle among thy weapons; and it shall be, when thou sittest down abroad, thou shalt dig therewith, and shalt turn back and cover that which cometh from thee: GOD'S WORD® Translation You must carry a pointed stick as part of your equipment. When you go outside to squat, dig a hole with it. When you're done, cover up your excrement. Good News Translation Carry a stick as part of your equipment, so that when you have a bowel movement you can dig a hole and cover it up. International Standard Version Include a spade among your equipment so that when you squat to relieve yourself, you can dig a hole and then cover your excrement. JPS Tanakh 1917 And thou shalt have a paddle among thy weapons; and it shall be, when thou sittest down abroad, thou shalt dig therewith, and shalt turn back and cover that which cometh from thee. Literal Standard Version and you have a peg on your staff, and it has been, in your sitting outside, that you have dug with it, and turned back, and covered your filth. Majority Standard Bible And you must have a digging tool in your equipment so that when you relieve yourself you can dig a hole and cover up your excrement. New American Bible You shall keep a trowel in your equipment and, when you go outside to relieve yourself, you shall dig a hole with it and then cover up your excrement. NET Bible You must have a spade among your other equipment and when you relieve yourself outside you must dig a hole with the spade and then turn and cover your excrement. New Revised Standard Version With your utensils you shall have a trowel; when you relieve yourself outside, you shall dig a hole with it and then cover up your excrement. New Heart English Bible and you shall have a spade among your tools; and it shall be, when you sit down outside, you shall dig therewith, and shall turn and cover that which comes from you: Webster's Bible Translation And thou shalt have a paddle upon thy weapon: and it shall be when thou wilt ease thyself abroad, thou shalt dig with it, and shalt turn back, and cover that which cometh from thee: World English Bible You shall have a trowel among your weapons. It shall be, when you relieve yourself, you shall dig with it, and shall turn back and cover your excrement; Young's Literal Translation and a nail thou hast on thy staff, and it hath been, in thy sitting without, that thou hast digged with it, and turned back, and covered thy filth;

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It’s all about Jesus Christ – The Son of God Elder help us with these questions? The answer to your question about evil replies on the Owingsville Ky post?? Anyone can always tell if the devils are watching. When you say things like Jesus is Lord or, call Him the Christmas Easter Jesus, the devil is not pleased because you are saying He Jesus, is that hope God gave this world, in John 3:16- and a human is saying Acts 4:12 is the only way, the devil wants to be the way, so those who follow Him and are antichrist will come back with foolishness. Here are the, Two Questions we need answers to. What does the bible say about the Christmas Easter Jesus who is our redeemer, and savior? What does the bible say about the place called Hell? We want you to know we have turned away from a religion that has told us that there is no place called hell, and that a person can’t burn forever in Fire. Jesus is the greatest gift there is. LUKE SAYS tHE GIFT FROM GOD FOR THE SINS OF THE WORLD, IN THIS hE IS HE ONLY REDEEMER. God says they who refuse God are fools, so if a person is not speaking from the bible, it is not God telling you anything. But in this world the evil is not wanting God’s saved people to have truth. That is a staple of Christian theology. If a religion does not call Jesus Lord and savior they are not christian, and you should turn them away from your door, in the name of Jesus Christ. Your troubling question, was, Yet as soon as we hear this statement, on the Owingsville Post we see the devils show up in a reply, If you want the early Post from the Kidd Family Ministry all you have to do is email us a -link for the post that comes each day. [email protected] to get on the list, Owingsville Topix will never be clean and I understand that you don’t want your children to read its reply, that comes from hate speech. Here is a way out of it. We will only teach that Acts 4:12 is The only way it is very clear, if anyone has been forgiven it had to be through, this, Jesus, The Christmas Jesus, the Easter Jesus. Jesus Christ was given to us as a gift from God (because God so loved the World), that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life (John 3:16). We do believe that Jesus Christ gives us salvation, by grace, through faith (Christ), not of ourselves, lest any should boast (Eph 2:8), but we beg of you to not stop reading there…, Each person in life has to make a choice even after they come to God, is it the New Covenant that New Beginning, or is it through the person called Moses. Old Covenant or the New Covenant. If it is the new Covenant it has to be Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God, He is the Word (God), and He became the one and only true God-man. Jesus, through His incarnation, was conceived of the Holy Spirit through the virgin Mary (Matt. 1:18-25 –). Jesus Christ walked this earth as God, in a man's body, for a period of time after His earthly birth. However, He lived a sinless life (1 Peter 2:22; 2 Cor 5:21; Luke 1:35; 1 John 3:5), He performed miracles, and He taught the message of salvation to sinners everywhere He went (Mat 8:24-27; Luke 8:26-39; John 3:1-21). Jesus was crucified for our sins, but by the power of God was raised from the dead on the third day (John 19; John 20). Jesus tells us in John 3:15, that: “That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life”. Jesus will return to judge all humanity. In Isaiah 66:15-24, the prophet tells us of Jesus' return to rule and judge the earth. In John 5:22-23, Jesus tells us: “For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son”. Finally, Jesus IS the “I AM”, the messiah. Look at: John 20:31; John 4:25-29. The woman at the well perceived that she was speaking to the Messiah, to which Jesus instructed her saying: “… I that speak unto thee am he”. Even Jesus did not come to be served, but to serve, … to give His Life as a ransom for many (Mark 10:45) – “For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.” (Gal 1:3-4) – “ 3 Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ, 4 Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father:” and (2 Cor 9:13-15) We believe that whosoever believeth in Jesus Christ shall be saved (John 3:15-17). We also believe that man did not and can not create his own salvation. John 4:10 tells us: “… thou wouldest have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water.”; and John 4:14 tells us: “But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.”, quite simply, we did NOT and can NOT create our own salvation. Furthermore, no one can come to the Father unless the Father draws him (John 6:44). However, we are instructed to believe (John 3:15-17; John 3:36), we are instructed to obey and follow His Words and Sayings (John 14:23-24), and we are instructed to watch and be vigilant for ye know neither the day nor the hour… (Mat 25:13). This is a great teaching of Jesus, bearing great importance in our relationship and walk with Christ (in all of Mat 25). Also we should not neglect (Rev 3:20), which again teaches us of the importance of our relationship with Christ and His desire to have a relationship with us. What God says about the Place called Hell. God tells us this. And if anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. - Revelation 20:15 It's not death They will suffer the punishment of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might - 2 Thessalonians 1:9 The Bible describes Hell as a real place—just as real as heaven above and the earth below (Philippians 2:10). However, Hell is in a spiritual dimension that can’t be seen or traveled to or remove someone from.. The only way we can be sure about Hell is from a reliable, objective source, and that’s exactly what we have in the Bible. The Bible is the word of God. Jesus is the Son of God, and both Jesus and the Bible reveal to us the reality of Hell. Jesus referred to Hell more than He did Heaven, and when He spoke of it, He described it as a place that some will go (Matthew 5:30). Hell is a place where our bodies and souls will be destroyed (Matthew 10:28), and it is away from the presence of the Lord (2nd Thess. 1:9). In Jesus’ story of the rich man and Lazarus, the rich man specifically calls Hell, “a place of torment” that he doesn’t want his family to come to (Luke 16:28). Imagine being in a terrible prison where you are tortured night and day. That’s a specific, real location that you wouldn’t want others to visit. That’s how the Bible describes Hell. Those people you asked the question about on the topic reply, will see this if they do not repent, they do not have to turn to us but turn to God, or the bible tells us this will happen Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. – Matthew 25:41 Jesus is saying that those who make fun of Him will go to hell, for doing it. Now look at this, these antichrist people are calling themselves Kingdom people, but God is saying this, while the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. – Matthew 8:12 Beware of this, A word often translated into Hell is the Greek term, “Gehenna.” This phrase was first used in the Old Testament to refer to the Valley of Hinnom, a ravine outside of Jerusalem. It was a place of death (Jeremiah 31:40), idolatry, and even child sacrifice (Jeremiah 7:31). King Josiah, however, put an end to these wicked practices (2nd Kings 23:10), and the Valley of Hinnom eventually became a trash and sewage dump where fires burned continually to eliminate the waste. Jesus used the Valley of Hinnom as an illustration to describe Hell, and for good reason. Hell is a place of eternal fire (Matthew 25:41) and utter darkness (Matthew 8:12). For many, this seems hard to believe. How could a place with eternal flames also be a place of darkness? But with God nothing is impossible. Additionally, Hell is described in Scripture as punishment, everlasting destruction and alienation from God for all eternity (2nd Thessalonians 1:6-9). It’s a place where God’s wrath will be poured out onto those who’ve sinned against Him (Romans 2:8). Given all these truths, it’s not hard to see why Hell will be a place where there “will be weeping and gnashing of teeth” (Matthew 25:30). Conscious, eternal torment is how some have described it, a place of unending suffering and pain for which there is no escape. Will Hell Last Forever? And these will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life. – Matthew 25:46 And if your eye causes you to sin, tear it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye than with two eyes to be thrown into hell, where their worm does not die and the fire is not quenched. – Mark 9:47-48 With all that’s been said of Hell, one may hope that it doesn’t last forever. Surely, God won’t allow the pain and suffering of the lake of fire to go on for all eternity. Until next time, see us on the other post sites. The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. be there to have church with you soon. Thank you for your request.

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Today as I prepare my feast for the hell hounds on fire, I must do our part to prove your aren't a liar. In think you are a dam fool From Dan

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YOU are a FOOL. YOU don't think JESUS exists. JESUS is your only HOPE. JESUS exists!

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Jesus is REAL!!!

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God wants forgiveness and forgiven people. From the The Elder: Getting free from someone who has sinned against you, and those You will not forgive yourselves??? If you can’t forgive others, your prayers will be hindered. Please read and meditate on these verses… Yes Humans will do you wrong. Why not start with what God has told us to do to be free from the sins of other people who have sinned against us. Someone once asked? Suppose you find fifty righteous people living there in the city—will you still sweep it away and not spare it for their sakes? (Genesis 18:24) And the Lord replied, “If I find fifty righteous people in Sodom, I will spare the entire city for their sake.” (Genesis 18:26) And be sure to say, ‘Look, your servant Jacob is right behind us.’” Jacob thought, “I will try to appease him by sending gifts ahead of me. When I see him in person, perhaps he will be friendly to me.” (Genesis 32:20) to say to you: ‘Please forgive your brothers for the great wrong they did to you—for their sin in treating you so cruelly.’ So we, the servants of the God of your father, beg you to forgive our sin.” When Joseph received the message, he broke down and wept. (Genesis 50:17) “Forgive my sin, just this once, and plead with the Lord your God to take away this death from me.” (Exodus 10:17) Pay close attention to him, and obey his instructions. Do not rebel against him, for he is my representative, and he will not forgive your rebellion. (Exodus 23:21) Moses Intercedes for Israel The next day Moses said to the people, “You have committed a terrible sin, but I will go back up to the Lord on the mountain. Perhaps I will be able to obtain forgiveness for your sin.” (Exodus 32:30) So Moses returned to the Lord and said, “Oh, what a terrible sin these people have committed. They have made gods of gold for themselves. (Exodus 32:31) But now, if you will only forgive their sin—but if not, erase my name from the record you have written! ” (Exodus 32:32) The Lord passed in front of Moses, calling out, “Yahweh! The Lord! The God of compassion and mercy! I am slow to anger and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness. (Exodus 34:6) I lavish unfailing love to a thousand generations. I forgive iniquity, rebellion, and sin. But I do not excuse the guilty. I lay the sins of the parents upon their children and grandchildren; the entire family is affected— even children in the third and fourth generations.” (Exodus 34:7) And he said, “O Lord, if it is true that I have found favor with you, then please travel with us. Yes, this is a stubborn and rebellious people, but please forgive our iniquity and our sins. Claim us as your own special possession.” (Exodus 34:9) just as he does with the bull offered as a sin offering for the high priest. Through this process, the priest will purify the people, making them right with the Lord, and they will be forgiven. (Leviticus 4:20) Then he must burn all the goat’s fat on the altar, just as he does with the peace offering. Through this process, the priest will purify the leader from his sin, making him right with the Lord, and he will be forgiven. (Leviticus 4:26) Then he must remove all the goat’s fat, just as he does with the fat of the peace offering. He will burn the fat on the altar, and it will be a pleasing aroma to the Lord. Through this process, the priest will purify the people, making them right with the Lord, and they will be forgiven. (Leviticus 4:31) Then he must remove all the sheep’s fat, just as he does with the fat of a sheep presented as a peace offering. He will burn the fat on the altar on top of the special gifts presented to the Lord. Through this process, the priest will purify the people from their sin, making them right with the Lord, and they will be forgiven. (Leviticus 4:35) The priest will then prepare the second bird as a burnt offering, following all the procedures that have been prescribed. Through this process the priest will purify you from your sin, making you right with the Lord, and you will be forgiven. (Leviticus 5:10) Through this process, the priest will purify those who are guilty of any of these sins, making them right with the Lord, and they will be forgiven. The rest of the flour will belong to the priest, just as with the grain offering.” (Leviticus 5:13) You must make restitution for the sacred property you have harmed by paying for the loss, plus an additional 20 percent. When you give the payment to the priest, he will purify you with the ram sacrificed as a guilt offering, making you right with the Lord, and you will be forgiven. (Leviticus 5:16) For a guilt offering, you must bring to the priest your own ram with no defects, or you may buy one of equal value. Through this process the priest will purify you from your unintentional sin, making you right with the Lord, and you will be forgiven. (Leviticus 5:18) Through this process, the priest will purify you before the Lord, making you right with him, and you will be forgiven for any of these sins you have committed.” (Leviticus 6:7) The priest will then purify him before the Lord with the ram of the guilt offering, and the man’s sin will be forgiven. (Leviticus 19:22) In keeping with your magnificent, unfailing love, please pardon the sins of this people, just as you have forgiven them ever since they left Egypt.” (Numbers 14:19) Then the Lord said, “I will pardon them as you have requested. (Numbers 14:20) With it the priest will purify the whole community of Israel, making them right with the Lord, and they will be forgiven. For it was an unintentional sin, and they have corrected it with their offerings to the Lord —the special gift and the sin offering. (Numbers 15:25) The whole community of Israel will be forgiven, including the foreigners living among you, for all the people were involved in the sin. (Numbers 15:26) The priest will sacrifice it to purify the guilty person before the Lord, and that person will be forgiven. (Numbers 15:28) “At the end of every seventh year you must cancel the debts of everyone who owes you money. (Deuteronomy 15:1) This is how it must be done. Everyone must cancel the loans they have made to their fellow Israelites. They must not demand payment from their neighbors or relatives, for the Lord ’s time of release has arrived. (Deuteronomy 15:2) This release from debt, however, applies only to your fellow Israelites—not to the foreigners living among you. (Deuteronomy 15:3) Do not be mean-spirited and refuse someone a loan because the year for canceling debts is close at hand. If you refuse to make the loan and the needy person cries out to the Lord, you will be considered guilty of sin. (Deuteronomy 15:9) O Lord, forgive your people Israel whom you have redeemed. Do not charge your people with the guilt of murdering an innocent person.’ Then they will be absolved of the guilt of this person’s blood. (Deuteronomy 21:8) The Lord will never pardon such people. Instead his anger and jealousy will burn against them. All the curses written in this book will come down on them, and the Lord will erase their names from under heaven. (Deuteronomy 29:20) Then Joshua warned the people, “You are not able to serve the Lord, for he is a holy and jealous God. He will not forgive your rebellion and your sins. (Joshua 24:19) But now, please forgive my sin and come back with me so that I may worship the Lord.” (1 Samuel 15:25) Please forgive me if I have offended you in any way. The Lord will surely reward you with a lasting dynasty, for you are fighting the Lord ’s battles. And you have not done wrong throughout your entire life. (1 Samuel 25:28) All of us must die eventually. Our lives are like water spilled out on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again. But God does not just sweep life away; instead, he devises ways to bring us back when we have been separated from him. (2 Samuel 14:14) “My lord the king, please forgive me, ” he pleaded. “Forget the terrible thing your servant did when you left Jerusalem. May the king put it out of his mind. (2 Samuel 19:19) Judgment for David’s Sin But after he had taken the census, David’s conscience began to bother him. And he said to the Lord, “I have sinned greatly by taking this census. Please forgive my guilt, Lord, for doing this foolish thing.” (2 Samuel 24:10) May you hear the humble and earnest requests from me and your people Israel when we pray toward this place. Yes, hear us from heaven where you live, and when you hear, forgive. (1 Kings 8:30) “If someone wrongs another person and is required to take an oath of innocence in front of your altar in this Temple, (1 Kings 8:31) then hear from heaven and forgive the sin of your people Israel and return them to this land you gave their ancestors. (1 Kings 8:34) then hear from heaven and forgive the sins of your servants, your people Israel. Teach them to follow the right path, and send rain on your land that you have given to your people as their special possession. (1 Kings 8:36) then hear from heaven where you live, and forgive. Give your people what their actions deserve, for you alone know each human heart. (1 Kings 8:39) Forgive your people who have sinned against you. Forgive all the offenses they have committed against you. Make their captors merciful to them, (1 Kings 8:50) However, may the Lord pardon me in this one thing: When my master the king goes into the temple of the god Rimmon to worship there and leans on my arm, may the Lord pardon me when I bow, too.” (2 Kings 5:18) who had filled Jerusalem with innocent blood. The Lord would not forgive this. (2 Kings 24:4) Then David said to God, “I have sinned greatly by taking this census. Please forgive my guilt for doing this foolish thing.” (1 Chronicles 21:8) May you hear the humble and earnest requests from me and your people Israel when we pray toward this place. Yes, hear us from heaven where you live, and when you hear, forgive. (2 Chronicles 6:21) then hear from heaven and forgive the sin of your people Israel and return them to this land you gave to them and to their ancestors. (2 Chronicles 6:25) then hear from heaven and forgive the sins of your servants, your people Israel. Teach them to follow the right path, and send rain on your land that you have given to your people as their special possession. (2 Chronicles 6:27) then hear from heaven where you live, and forgive. Give your people what their actions deserve, for you alone know each human heart. (2 Chronicles 6:30) then hear their prayers and their petitions from heaven where you live, and uphold their cause. Forgive your people who have sinned against you. (2 Chronicles 6:39) Then if My, people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. (2 Chronicles 7:14) Most of those who came from Ephraim, Manasseh, Issachar, and Zebulun had not purified themselves. But King Hezekiah prayed for them, and they were allowed to eat the Passover meal anyway, even though this was contrary to the requirements of the Law. For Hezekiah said, “May the Lord, who is good, pardon those (2 Chronicles 30:18) Do not ignore their guilt. Do not blot out their sins, for they have provoked you to anger here in front of the builders.” (Nehemiah 4:5) Those of Israelite descent separated themselves from all foreigners as they confessed their own sins and the sins of their ancestors. (Nehemiah 9:2) They remained standing in place for three hours while the Book of the Law of the Lord their God was read aloud to them. Then for three more hours they confessed their sins and worshiped the Lord their God. (Nehemiah 9:3) They refused to obey and did not remember the miracles you had done for them. Instead, they became stubborn and appointed a leader to take them back to their slavery in Egypt. But you are a God of forgiveness, gracious and merciful, slow to become angry, and rich in unfailing love. You did not abandon them, (Nehemiah 9:17) Why not just forgive my sin and take away my guilt? For soon I will lie down in the dust and die. When you look for me, I will be gone.” (Job 7:21) How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart? Cleanse me from these hidden faults. (Psalm 19:12) For the honor of your name, O Lord, forgive my many, many sins. (Psalm 25:11) Feel my pain and see my trouble. Forgive all my sins. (Psalm 25:18) Forgive me for shedding blood, O God who saves; then I will joyfully sing of your forgiveness. (Psalm 51:14) Though we are overwhelmed by our sins, you forgive them all. (Psalm 65:3) Yet he was merciful and forgave their sins and did not destroy them all. Many times he held back his anger and did not unleash his fury! (Psalm 78:38) Help us, O God of our salvation! Help us for the glory of your name. Save us and forgive our sins for the honor of your name. (Psalm 79:9) O Lord, you are so good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask for your help. (Psalm 86:5) But you, O Lord, are a God of compassion and mercy, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness. (Psalm 86:15) He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. (Psalm 103:3) The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. (Psalm 103:8) But you offer forgiveness, that we might learn to fear you. (Psalm 130:4) The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. (Psalm 145:8) The people of Israel will no longer say, “We are sick and helpless, ” for the Lord will forgive their sins. (Isaiah 33:24) Let the wicked change their ways and banish the very thought of doing wrong. Let them turn to the Lord that he may have mercy on them. Yes, turn to our God, for he will forgive generously. (Isaiah 55:7) “My wayward children, ” says the Lord, “come back to me, and I will heal your wayward hearts.” “Yes, we’re coming, ” the people reply, “for you are the Lord our God. (Jeremiah 3:22) “Run up and down every street in Jerusalem, ” says the Lord. “Look high and low; search throughout the city! If you can find even one just and honest person, I will not destroy the city. (Jeremiah 5:1) “How can I pardon you? For even your children have turned from me. They have sworn by gods that are not gods at all! I fed my people until they were full. But they thanked me by committing adultery and lining up at the brothels. (Jeremiah 5:7) Lord, you know all about their murderous plots against me. Don’t forgive their crimes and blot out their sins. Let them die before you. Deal with them in your anger. (Jeremiah 18:23) And they will not need to teach their neighbors, nor will they need to teach their relatives, saying, ‘You should know the Lord.’ For everyone, from the least to the greatest, will know me already, ” says the Lord. “And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.” (Jeremiah 31:34) and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us. (Matthew 6:12) “If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. (Matthew 6:14) But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins. (Matthew 6:15) Some people brought to him a paralyzed man on a mat. Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “Be encouraged, my child! Your sins are forgiven.” (Matthew 9:2) Is it easier to say ‘Your sins are forgiven, ’ or ‘Stand up and walk’? (Matthew 9:5) So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home! ” (Matthew 9:6) “So I tell you, every sin and blasphemy can be forgiven—except blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, which will never be forgiven. (Matthew 12:31) Anyone who speaks against the Son of Man can be forgiven, but anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven, either in this world or in the world to come. (Matthew 12:32) Then Peter came to him and asked, “Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times? ” (Matthew 18:21) “No, not seven times, ” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven! (Matthew 18:22) Then the king called in the man he had forgiven and said, ‘You evil servant! I forgave you that tremendous debt because you pleaded with me. (Matthew 18:32) “That’s what my heavenly Father will do to you if you refuse to forgive your brothers and sisters from your heart.” (Matthew 18:35) for this is my blood, which confirms the covenant between God and his people. It is poured out as a sacrifice to forgive the sins of many. (Matthew 26:28) This messenger was John the Baptist. He was in the wilderness and preached that people should be baptized to show that they had repented of their sins and turned to God to be forgiven. (Mark 1:4) Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “My child, your sins are forgiven.” (Mark 2:5) “What is he saying? This is blasphemy! Only God can forgive sins! ” (Mark 2:7) Is it easier to say to the paralyzed man ‘Your sins are forgiven, ’ or ‘Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk’? (Mark 2:9) So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, (Mark 2:10) “I tell you the truth, all sin and blasphemy can be forgiven, (Mark 3:28) but anyone who blasphemes the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven. This is a sin with eternal consequences.” (Mark 3:29) so that the Scriptures might be fulfilled: ‘When they see what I do, they will learn nothing. When they hear what I say, they will not understand. Otherwise, they will turn to me and be forgiven.’ ” (Mark 4:12) But when you are praying, first forgive anyone you are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your sins, too. ” (Mark 11:25) You will tell his people how to find salvation through forgiveness of their sins. (Luke 1:77) Then John went from place to place on both sides of the Jordan River, preaching that people should be baptized to show that they had repented of their sins and turned to God to be forgiven. (Luke 3:3) “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, (Luke 4:18) Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the man, “Young man, your sins are forgiven.” (Luke 5:20) But the Pharisees and teachers of religious law said to themselves, “Who does he think he is? That’s blasphemy! Only God can forgive sins! ” (Luke 5:21) Is it easier to say ‘Your sins are forgiven, ’ or ‘Stand up and walk’? (Luke 5:23) So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home! ” (Luke 5:24) Do Not Judge Others “Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn others, or it will all come back against you. Forgive others, and you will be forgiven. (Luke 6:37) “I tell you, her sins—and they are many—have been forgiven, so she has shown me much love. But a person who is forgiven little shows only little love.” (Luke 7:47) Then Jesus said to the woman, “Your sins are forgiven.” (Luke 7:48) The men at the table said among themselves, “Who is this man, that he goes around forgiving sins? ” (Luke 7:49) and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And don’t let us yield to temptation. ” (Luke 11:4) Anyone who speaks against the Son of Man can be forgiven, but anyone who blasphemes the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven. (Luke 12:10) So watch yourselves! “If another believer sins, rebuke that person; then if there is repentance, forgive. (Luke 17:3) Even if that person wrongs you seven times a day and each time turns again and asks forgiveness, you must forgive.” (Luke 17:4) Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” And the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice. (Luke 23:34) It was also written that this message would be proclaimed in the authority of his name to all the nations, beginning in Jerusalem: ‘There is forgiveness of sins for all who repent.’ (Luke 24:47) Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:38) Then God put him in the place of honor at his right hand as Prince and Savior. He did this so the people of Israel would repent of their sins and be forgiven. (Acts 5:31) Repent of your wickedness and pray to the Lord. Perhaps he will forgive your evil thoughts, (Acts 8:22) He is the one all the prophets testified about, saying that everyone who believes in him will have their sins forgiven through his name.” (Acts 10:43) “Brothers, listen! We are here to proclaim that through this man Jesus there is forgiveness for your sins. (Acts 13:38) to open their eyes, so they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God. Then they will receive forgiveness for their sins and be given a place among God’s people, who are set apart by faith in me.’ (Acts 26:18) “Oh, what joy for those whose disobedience is forgiven, whose sins are put out of sight. (Romans 4:7) But there is a great difference between Adam’s sin and God’s gracious gift. For the sin of this one man, Adam, brought death to many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of forgiveness to many through this other man, Jesus Christ. (Romans 5:15) Now, however, it is time to forgive and comfort him. Otherwise he may be overcome by discouragement. (2 Corinthians 2:7) When you forgive this man, I forgive him, too. And when I forgive whatever needs to be forgiven, I do so with Christ’s authority for your benefit, (2 Corinthians 2:10) He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins. (Ephesians 1:7) Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. (Ephesians 4:32) For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, (Colossians 1:13) who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins. (Colossians 1:14) You were dead because of your sins and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ, for he forgave all our sins. (Colossians 2:13) Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. (Colossians 3:13) And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.” (Hebrews 8:12) In fact, according to the law of Moses, nearly everything was purified with blood. For without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness. (Hebrews 9:22) And when sins have been forgiven, there is no need to offer any more sacrifices. (Hebrews 10:18) You have come to Jesus, the one who mediates the new covenant between God and people, and to the sprinkled blood, which speaks of forgiveness instead of crying out for vengeance like the blood of Abel. (Hebrews 12:24) Such a prayer offered in faith will heal the sick, and the Lord will make you well. And if you have committed any sins, you will be forgiven. (James 5:15) you can be sure that whoever brings the sinner back from wandering will save that person from death and bring about the forgiveness of many sins. (James 5:20) Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. (1 Peter 4:8) But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness. (1 John 1:9) I am writing to you who are God’s children because your sins have been forgiven through Jesus. (1 John 2:12) Until next time the Elder, Rev. Simon Kidd.

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When someone reply's to and elder like you do, its easy to see that you are a dam fool.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: Church with the elder?
You are dam fool, you only reply to make your self think you are something but a dam fool.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: Church with the elder?
Tell God to make them stop selling dope & poisoning our children he loves soooo much. Tell god to make ALL dope dealers & baby fck'rs to go away or won't that work? Would your father let them sell you dope as a child? Probably not. This guy sells all the drugs that come into our county and no one does anything about it. He sells every drug they make and runs around in his black Acadia will a black box under the engine or a black fake coffee cup. His girlfriend Angela Slayton sells drugs too and they get them in Dayton. Keeps the drugs at his mom's house along with money. But according to these two who brag that officer Holcomb buys off them. These two low life's need locked up. If you are who you say you are make our children stop getting shot! Let's see how Jesus answers you, make ALL my cancer go away!!! Come on elder, let's see it!! Oh he doesn't stop child molesters? W.T.F.?

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Turning to the True Lord Jesus who is the Christ, that Easter, Christmas Jesus, does work for any one even today. Acts 4:12 is pure Truth. 4/21/ 2024 church with the Elder. From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High st Owingsville Ky, email [email protected], see our post to the nation Google Alerts see us on the web, [email protected] call us anytime 859-274-2617 See our web, post to the world. How do we know God loves us? There is so much evil in our world today, but Romans 5:8 tells us, “God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” We can know God loves us because of the life, death, and resurrection of His Son, Jesus. In Scripture, we discover that Jesus’ death was no accident. He was not the victim of circumstances beyond His control. Rather, Jesus intentionally laid His life down to save His people from their sins. 2 Corinthians 5:21 says, “For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.” How can God love and forgive the sinner and at the same time punish sin? The answer is: with a substitutionary sacrifice. Someone who takes punishment on our behalf. A person who has known no sin Himself, righteous enough, holy enough, good enough, to become our substitute. Someone who can suffer in our stead. The only one who could do that was the Son of God. He is God’s substitutionary sacrifice—and our Savior. We can’t do enough good things to pay for our sins, nor can we stand before God on the merits of our own righteousness. But God has done what we could not. Through Jesus, we receive complete and total forgiveness of sins. Go read about them here! God gives a choice to all, any can be foolish, and shame God, but will have to answer for it now, and at the end. Those who receive this gift are “born again” into God’s family, adopted by Him as one of His children, and have a new eternal destination (heaven). They become a member of the “Body of Christ” and have a unique part to play in God’s purposes on the earth which they can fulfill only through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. Based on: John 3:16; John 17:3; Romans 5:12; Isaiah 59:1-2; Colossians 2:13; Colossians 1:13-14; Acts 2:22-24; Acts 2:38; Acts 26:20; Ephesians 2:8-10; John 3:5-7; John 1:12; Romans 8:15-16; Matthew 25:46; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27; John 15:16; Acts 1:8. believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe that He is the omnibenevolent, omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent creator of the universe. 1 Corinthians 8:5-6; Ephesians 4:4-6; Genesis 1:1-2; John 1:1-18, Psalm 139:7-12. To have God’s favor God says believe the Bible to be the inspired, infallible, authoritative Word of God; revealing God’s love and His plan of salvation to the world. He tells us very plainly in the Bible that we need to believe that all men are born sinful, spiritually dead, separated from God, and unable to save themselves. We believe that the only way of salvation and reconciliation with God is through Jesus Christ of Nazareth. We believe that Jesus paid the price to redeem us from the dominion of darkness when he died on the cross, taking the punishment for our sins and demonstrating his victory over sin and death by his bodily resurrection from the dead. Psalm 51:5; Colossians 2:13; Isaiah 59:1-2; Romans 5:6-8; Acts 4:12; 8. 2 Corinthians 5:18; John 14:6; Colossians 1:13; Luke 24:46-47; Acts 2:22-24; 1 Corinthians 15:57. 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; John 3:16. Is was this Jesus, that paid for all who want to come to him but He is not making anyone obey or receive Him, He says, believe that Jesus of Nazareth is the Christ, the Son of the living God; that he came to earth in the flesh, was born of a virgin (fully God and fully man), lived a sinless life, died on the cross, rose from the dead, ascended to the right hand of the Father, and will return in power and glory. 1 John 5:1, 1 John 4:15, 1 John 4:2, Matthew 1:18-25; Hebrews 4:15; John 19:18; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Acts 2:22-24; Acts 1:11; Romans 8:34; Mark 13:23-26. Everyone will answer for what they do, that all humans will appear before the judgment seat of Christ. The “unrighteous” (those who did not accept God’s free gift of salvation through Jesus Christ) will receive eternal punishment and the “righteous” (those who received salvation through Jesus Christ, having a righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith) will receive eternal life. The “righteous” will also be rewarded for the things done while in the body. 2 Corinthians 5:10; Romans 3:20-26; Philippians 3:9; Matthew 25:46, Revelation 20:11-15, Romans 2:1-16, Luke 12:33-34, Matthew 16:27, Matthew 5:11-12, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15. That making fun of God and being foolish will not change anything, that salvation is by grace, through faith, and is received when a person repents of their sins and puts their faith in Jesus Christ, believing in His death and resurrection. We believe that salvation cannot be earned by good works, but that saving faith is always accompanied by good works. We do not believe that followers of Christ will live in sinless perfection in this life but we do believe that grace teaches us to say “no” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age. Ephesians 2:8-10; Acts 2:38; Romans 10:9-13; James 2:14-24; 1 John 1:8; Titus 2:11-14. Someone's talk and evil ways, only makes the power of Jesus stronger, a person is not in a fight with the other human but coming against God that is what He is saying that all need the savior, that when possible, all new believers should be baptized by full immersion in the presence of at least one other believer as a step of obedience and in accordance with the example that Jesus gave us. This physical act represents the death of the old man, the washing away (i.e. forgiveness) of sins and the birth of the new man (born-again into the Kingdom of God, a new creation in Christ Jesus). Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:16; Matthew 3:16; Mark 1:9-10; Acts 8:35-39, John 3:1-7, 2 Corinthians 5:16-17. That God has away to bring someone into check for trying to turn people against Him, that the Holy Spirit has been sent to the earth to continue Christ’s ministry. This includes baptizing, indwelling, communing with, leading, empowering, emboldening, convicting, teaching, revealing Jesus, glorifying Jesus, and giving gifts to all believers. John 14:15-26; John 16:5-15; John 7:37-39; Matthew 3:11; Acts 2:1-39; Galatians 4:6; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Romans 8:14; Acts 1:8; Acts 4:31; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11. that we should make every effort to keep the Unity of the Spirit between all true believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, that all true believers are members of His body, the Church, and that our love for one another demonstrates to the world that we truly are His disciples. Ephesians 4:3; John 13:35; 1 Corinthians 12:12, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23. Because no matter what we have the job of teaching in the name of Jesus, that is the great commission of Jesus (to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to obey everything he commanded them) is the responsibility of all believers and that followers of Christ should work together to continue to obey it. Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15. When we say We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. II Timothy 3:15-17 As well as other things we are saying this because the Bible tells us this is the Truth. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19; Ephesians 4:4-6 We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. John 1:1-4; Matthew 1:23; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 1:1-4 & 4:15; Acts 1:11 & 2:22-24; I Corinthians 15:3-4 We believe that, for the salvation of lost and sinful man, repentance of sin and faith in Jesus Christ results in regeneration by the Holy Spirit and that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation. Titus 3:4-7; Luke 24:46-47; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 14:6; Acts 4:12 We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit whose indwelling enables the Christian to live a godly life. Galatians 5:16-18; Romans 8:9 We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation and eternal punishment. Revelation 20:11-15; I Corinthians 15:51-57 We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ and that all true believers are members of His body, the Church. Ephesians 1:22-23; I Corinthians 12:12, 27 We believe that the ministry of evangelism is a responsibility of both the church and each Christian. Romans 10:9-15; Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:18-20; I Peter 3:15 So we go teach, by doing this We affirm our commitment to the following core truths of the Bible which we share with other genuine believers in Jesus Christ: The One True God – There is one, and only one, true God, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. He is the Creator and Lord of all, existing eternally in three persons, never less and never more – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Lord Jesus Christ – Jesus Christ is fully God, existing eternally. Everything was created by Him and for Him. His incarnation took place in the womb of a virgin. He became man, but never sinned. He died a substitutionary death to atone for sin, resurrected bodily, and ascended into heaven where He remains fully God and fully man, and is presently ministering until He comes again. The Holy Spirit – The Holy Spirit is fully God, existing eternally. He is a person, and was involved in Creation and the inspiration of Scripture. His works of convicting and regenerating are essential to the believer’s salvation. Believers are entitled to the benefit and joy of being filled and walking in the Spirit for empowerment in Christian life, service, and mission. The Bible – The sixty-six books, and only these, known as the Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God. God’s inspiration and superintendence of the writing of every word of the Bible guarantees that what was written is His Word and therefore authoritative, true, and without error in the original manuscripts. God preserves His Word, which is powerful and effective to accomplish His purpose of salvation among all nations. God’s Spirit illuminates the minds of believers in every culture to understand and apply the unchanging truth of Scripture in fresh and relevant ways for the benefit of the whole Body of Christ. Humanity – God created man and woman in His image. As a result, all people are bearers of that image. However, Adam’s subsequent sin resulted in a condition of spiritual death which all people since Adam have experienced, marring the beauty of God’s image in them in every facet of life. This condition of spiritual death has rendered all people unable to save themselves, and leads to physical death. Therefore, new birth is necessary for salvation. Salvation – The salvation brought by God is a complete and eternal salvation by His grace alone, received as the free gift of God through personal faith alone in the Lord Jesus Christ and His finished work, as He declares believers righteous in Him. Church – There exists one true Church, which is called the Household of God, the Body of Christ, and the Temple of the Holy Spirit. It is composed of all true disciples of Jesus Christ and is created by the action of the Holy Spirit. Tangible expressions of this true Church are found in local churches. Christian Life – The believer is saved by faith alone. The faith that saves is expected to produce obedience and good works, which are the products of the indwelling Holy Spirit. The dimensions of biblical ethics are both individual and social, and extend to every facet of life. God faithfully continues to finish the work of sanctification, which He initiated in the life of each believer with the goal of Christlikeness. Angels, Satan, Demons – God created a multitude of spiritual beings called “angels”. Righteous angels continue to serve God and work both in the heavenly sphere and on earth. By his disobedience, Satan, a fallen angel, became the adversary of God and God’s people, carrying with him a procession of demons. Jesus Christ has overcome Satan so that the final judgment and doom of Satan and his demons are certain. Future Life – The dead will have a conscious existence in eternity and their bodies will be resurrected. Unbelievers, already under condemnation, will be sentenced to suffer eternal separation from God. Believers, already having been granted eternal life, will be judged and rewarded according to their works, and will experience a glorified, eternal existence in the presence of the Lord. Evil talk will not change anything, because God says this about anyone who makes the Choice to follow Jesus, we will use the many different bible translations we are given in our day so we can understand just what God is saying to those who are forgiven by Him. He says this! I am free from condemnation. “There is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus…” (Romans 8:1, NLT) God is good and does not withhold any good thing from me. “The Lord will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right.” (Psalm 84:11, NLT) I am secure in Christ. “Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders…” (Deuteronomy 33:12, NIV) God’s wisdom and understanding has no limit. – “Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his understanding has no limit.” (Psalm 147:5 NIV) I am a joint heir with Christ. “Since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory…” (Romans 8:17, NLT) I am confident and fearless. “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline…” (2 Timothy 1:7, NLT) I cannot be snatched from God’s hand. “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from me.” (John 10:28 NLT) God is my protector and defender. “The Lord is my protector; he is my strong fortress. My God is my protection, and with him I am safe. He protects me like a shield; he defends me and keeps me safe.” (Psalm 18:2 GNT) I am a threat to the enemy. “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you…” (Luke 10:19, NIV) I am a new creation. “Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! ” (2 Corinthians 5:17, NLT) God hears my voice and is attentive to my cries. “The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right; his ears are open to their cries for help.” (Psalm 34:15) I am treasured, chosen and accepted in Christ. “For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. The Lord your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession…” (Deuteronomy 7:6, NIV) I am loved unconditionally. “Neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord…” (Romans 8:39, NIV) God is faithful to all that He promises. “The Lord is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does.” (Psalm 145:13 NIV) I am complete in Christ. “You also are complete through your union with Christ, who is the head over every ruler and authority” (Colossians 2:10, NLT). I am more than a conqueror through Christ. “In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us” (Romans 8:37, NIV). God’s ways are right and perfect. “God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true.” (Psalm 18:30 NLT) I am worthy of His unconditional love. “She will walk with me, dressed in white, for she is worthy…” (Revelation 3:4, NIV) I am a delight to God. “ will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” (Zephaniah 3:17 NIV) God is with me, will watch over me and will not abandon me. “So be strong and courageous! …For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6 NLT) I am of the light and no longer belong to the darkness. “You are all children of the light and children of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness…” (1 Thessalonians 5:5, NIV) I am seen and known. “See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands.” (Isaiah 49:16 NLT) God is strong and fights on my behalf. “For the LORD your God is going with you! He will fight for you against your enemies, and he will give you victory! ” (Deuteronomy 20:4 NLT) I can approach God with confidence! “Because of Christ and our faith in him, we can now come boldly and confidently into God’s presence…” (Ephesians 3:12, NLT) I have been redeemed and forgiven of all of my sins. “He has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins…” (Colossians 1:13–14, NLT) You will need to believe that there is only one true, living and eternal God and that the Godhead is revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. A. One True and Eternal God: Deuteronomy 6:4; 33:27; Jeremiah 10:10; Matthew 3:15-16; 28:19; Mark 12:29; John 14:9-11; I Thessalonians 1:9; Timothy 1:17; 2:5; 6:7; Hebrews 1:1-13; 3:12 B The Godhead: 1) God as Father: Genesis 1:1; Matthew 6:9; Ephesians 4:6 2) God as Son: Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 16:16; John 1:1; 3:14, 16; 14:28; I Corinthians 15:28; Hebrews 1:18 a) Virgin Birth of Jesus: Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 3) God as Holy Spirit: John 14:16, 26; Acts 1:5, 8; 2:1-4; Romans 8:16 believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life on earth, in His shed blood and death on Calvary for the forgiveness of our sins, in His bodily resurrection on the third day and ascension to the Father’s right hand. We believe He has accomplished all that is necessary for man’s salvation. We do not accept the doctrine that He is merely “a” way to the Father, but rather we believe He is the only way through which we can receive righteousness, regeneration, sanctification, and glorification. He is, in fact, our salvation (1 Corinthians 1:30-31). Make ready to receive Him the Holy Spirit! The Holy Spirit is the third member of the trinity and is called the Comforter or Helper by Jesus (John 16:7-15) or simply the Holy Spirit (e.g. Psalm 51:11). The Holy Spirit is the divine revealer of truth (2 Colossians 2:10); the one that uncovers (or unveils) truths hitherto unknown to mankind. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ did not have time to reveal all the necessary truths to his disciples; this was left to the Holy Spirit (John 16:12-14). The Holy Spirit however does more than uncover hidden truths, such as the mystery of the Church. The Holy Spirit makes the meaning of those truths evident. We can say he illuminates the truth through the anointing of the Holy Spirit of all believers (1 John 2:20), thus we understand its meaning and can exercise its purpose. For a believer, the Holy Spirit makes known the meaning of the Bible (2 Peter 1:20, 21) and gives gifts (Romans 12:6; 1 Corinthians 12:7-11) to enable the promulgation of the truth and gospel. The Holy Spirit glorifies the Lord Jesus Christ by convicting individuals of their sin, by regenerating, sealing, baptizing and indwelling the believing sinner permanently at the moment of conversion (John 3:16; Titus 3:5; 1 Cor. 6:19; Ephesians 1:13; Rom. 8:2, 4, 12, 13; 1 Cor. 12:13; 2 Cor.1:22). A Christian is empowered by the Holy Spirit for godly living and his workmanship ordered (ordained) by God (Eph. 2:10). It is the Holy Spirit that convinces a Christian he or she is Christ’s (Rom 8:16) – he provides the assurance of salvation (2 Thessalonians 1:5). God calls out to the deep within us, and makes us ready, The Holy Spirit will bring to you the Fundamental Truths: Hebrews 6:1-6 its how a Elder can tell if God is working someone. 1. There is a Repentance from dead works. 2. A turning to Faith towards God. 3. This is why at baptism we have the Laying on Hands. 4. Says people are very much aware of the Doctrine of Baptisms. 5. The Resurrection from the Dead at the end of this life.. 6. That we will have Eternal judgment coming.. Finally, “We, according to His promise, look for a new heaven and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.” (II Peter 3:13; Revelations 21:1) Beware of Fear, it is a common human emotion, but in the realm of spirituality, we often encounter a different kind of fear. It’s not just a temporary response to immediate danger. Instead, it is a persistent, debilitating dread that holds us back from reaching our full potential. This form of fear is what we call spiritual fear. It can manifest itself as crippling feelings of insecurity, aThe Bible teaches us that God has not given us a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7). I’ve experienced this to be true. I have faced fears of various sorts: of the dark, people, public places, and even of public speaking. However, these weren’t the result of any threats. Instead, they felt like spiritual forces attempting to cripple our confidence and silence our voice. Psalm 27:1-3 paints a vivid picture of this divine assurance: anxiety, and paranoia, and at times, it might seem like invisible forces are behind these feelings. “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked, even my enemies and my foes came upon me to eat my flesh, they stumbled and fell. Though a host would encamp around me or against me; my heart shall not fear; though the war rises against me, in this will I be confident.” We were told He was coming and He has, Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. This Jesus we are told has this power over all who comes to Him. John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. John 10:27-30 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, nor shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father's hand. My Father is one. This works even today, Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Psalm 118:8 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. God tells us this, Mark 8:36 For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? God has made it possible for anyone to John 3:16, in doing so He also has away for us to tell the devil No, Look at what anyone can do to get free from the devil's power! I have numbered just a few things God has given to all of the HumanRace. Anyone can Call out to Jesus for the help we need. Anyone can take the Devil out of the show, Just take to the Lord in prayer. Read what the bible says anyone can do. This is truth as you can read it and truth as you say it, God given. God does not play a Game. In the name of Jesus, I refuse to fear, for God has given me a spirit not of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). I bind the spirit of fear in my life, in Jesus’ name. I break every evil covenant causing fear in my life, in Jesus’ name. I command every terror of the night inciting fear, to stop and leave my environment, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 91:5). You spirit of fear, lose your hold upon my life and family, in Jesus’ name. I command all human agents using spirits of fear to terrify me to stumble and fall, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 27:2). The fear and terror of the unbelievers shall not be my lot, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 91:5). My tomorrow is blessed by God; therefore, all spirits responsible for the fear of tomorrow, I bind you, in Jesus’ name (Jeremiah 29:11). My destiny is attached to God; I declare I will not fail, in Jesus’ name (Jeremiah 29:11). Every bondage that I am subjecting myself to by the spirit of fear, I break in Jesus’ name. All doors that fear has opened in my past, be closed now, in Jesus’ name. Every disease, oppression, and depression due to fear in my life, disappear now, in Jesus’ name. I refuse to be intimidated by any demonic nightmare, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 91:5). Any spoken word of fear against me, I command you to fail, in Jesus’ name. All generational fear in my home with the enemies outside will not stand, in Jesus’ name (Exodus 20:5). All the devil’s plans concerning my home will not stand nor come to pass, in Jesus’ name (Isaiah 54:17). I destroy all efforts of the enemy to frustrate my work, in Jesus’ name. I nullify every writing, agreement, or covenant against my work, in Jesus’ name. Father God, increase my greatness and comfort me on every side, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 71:21). Oh Lord, as you delight in my prosperity, bless my work. No enemy controls me any longer, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 90:17). Let all spirits against my work without cause, be brought to confusion, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 35:4). I close every door through which the enemies have been working against my work, in Jesus’ name. No weapon of Satan and his agents fashioned against me shall prosper, in Jesus’ name (Isaiah 54:17). My life is hidden with Christ in God, nobody can kill me or harm me, in Jesus’ name (Colossians 3:3). I open wide all doors leading to blessings, victories, and breakthroughs that the enemies have closed, in Jesus’ name. I bind every spirit of frustration, defeat, delayed blessing and fear in my life, in Jesus’ name. I banish every enemy of progress in my life in Jesus’ name. I bind the spirit of death, armed robbery, and assassination in my life, in Jesus’ name (Hosea 13:14). I reject, renounce, and destroy every evil agreement or covenant in my life, in Jesus’ name. By the blood of Jesus, I nullify the operations of evil forces around my house, in Jesus’ name (Revelation 12:11). Psalm 119:11 Thy word have I hid in my heart, that I might not sin against thee. Psalm 25:4 Shew me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths. Psalm 48:14 For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death. Psalm 66:18 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me: Psalm 68:19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Selah. Psalm 95:1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. Psalm 100 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.1 John 5:11-12 "Assurance: Inner peace": (11) And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. (12) He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life. As believers in Christ, it is important that we put God’s Word inside of our hearts. Jesus says in Matthew that we can be in error by not knowing the Scripture and not knowing the power of God. Jesus answered and said to them, “You are mistaken, not knowing the Scriptures nor the power of God. Matthew 22:29 Memorizing the Bible allows the Words of Jesus to dwell richly in our souls so we can have victory over sin and the devil. in Psalms it says, Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Psalm 119:11 Another verse in Colossians says, Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. Colossians 3:16 The Scripture in us helps us fight the devil that is outside of us. You’ll notice that when you begin to store God’s word inside of you, it will strengthen your prayer, sharpen your witness, and your mind, and attitude will be illuminated by the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. He is real, Jesus is alive. Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry Owingsville Ky.

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Great post, Amen, help me so much, I once follow Russell ism, what a fool I was, Just think of this foolish idyll Talk like there is no such thing, as the Holy Spirit it was a antichrist following, they teach there is no hell, no Heaven, Jesus is not real, did you know that the word dog is in the bible, if you read the post on here when Jesus is glorified, one of them will turn on just like the devil did in the Garden, come up with a foolish response, just look at what on of the Site mangers is doing on Here because they are one of them. DAN,

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If a man has an emission of semen, he shall bathe his whole body in water, and be unclean until the evening. Everything made of cloth or of skin on which the semen falls shall be washed with water, and be unclean until the evening. If a man lies with a woman and has an emission of semen, both of them shall bathe in water, and be unclean until the evening. The primary notion is that the release of semen makes one unclean. But this brings up the larger question of why. What makes the man, the solider in question, unclean? Thus, we must understand the biblical concept of clean and unclean.

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It’s good to be Home in Owingsville, from the Elder. It looks like another one has God’s forgiveness, and helping Power to overcome. Thanks to the Rev. alex Virch for His work in the Ministry So another trip down to, a Bath County Ky creek. It’s great to have God’s people helping you when Have to go out in God’s work, We all are sent out in this world, sometimes it’s in our own town, we as God’s people are forgiven and told to reach to the brokenness in our world, when we let our light shine, it is to the broken world, we show that Jesus is still working in the human race wherever we Go He is there., when we call out to Him, He will be there, when we tell people about Acts 4:12, we also need to tell them about the all of the acts of the Apostles, but point to Acts 4 all of it and then show them that the Jesus we are talking about is the one God is telling us about in John 1:1-4- that Christmas Jesus that Luke is tell us about in Luke 2:1-22- show them that God already loves us all, and has Redeemed us all, and says, John 3:15-17 is already His will for us to follow. God’s People should go into the lives of the brokenness of mankind, But only with the armor of God, on them in them with them, Read this for the Help God offers us, and tells us to put on so we can be protected, Paul’s illustration of the full armor of God, is analogous to the spiritual realm. Often the western mindset is oblivious to the spirit world. Realizing the spiritual equivalency of our armor is crucial to our Christian walk. We should consider that fighting spiritual battles with physical weapons is like bringing a knife to a gunfight! Understanding each item of armor is essential to our success in this multidimensional sin war. Let’s now explore the famous passage in question and the unique attributes of each piece of armor, Ephesians 6:10–18: Keep in mind that We as humans need to understand that Brokenness. It can mean a lot of things. It may imply messiness and imperfection. It may mean heartbreak. It may mean physical weakness. For some, it’s a reason to demand pity; for others, it’s motivation to stay “true to themselves” in their flawed humanity and not attempt to appear all put together in a nice, neat package. For others it’s a cool word, a trend. There’s a lot we could talk about in regards to the meaning of brokenness. But I want to talk specifically about brokenness before the Lord. and how His people are to reach to all of the brokenness of this world. The bad shape anyone can fall in to is very clear in the Scripture, A Perfect Example is told to us in 2 Samuel 12 and Psalm 51 we see it: the beauty of brokenness. “Why, then, have you despised the word of the Lord and done this horrible deed? For you have murdered Uriah the Hittite with the sword of the Ammonites and stolen his wife.” this is when someone fall away, from God, But as His saved people we are to look for the brokenness of this world and show them that there is a better way, and it really is the Best way for mankind, Just read what God said in Proverbs 13:15, “The way of the transgressor is hard, ” no one was excluded from that principle – not even David, one of the greatest men to ever live; and in Psalm 51 we get a peek into that. We see a man truly broken by his transgression. We see it in a man who cries out to the Lord for mercy, who knows that he has no hope outside of Who God is (51:1-2). We see it in a man whose sin looms largely in his mind, reminding him again and again of his humanity and failure (51:3-6). We see it in a man whose greatest desire in this moment is just to be clean again, just to have his ugliness erased, just to be pure, just to be forgiven and restored to his precious friendship with the Lord, and is asking the only One capable to accomplish it. (51:7-15). We see it in a man who would do anything to get back to an unhindered relationship with the Lord again, except that he knows he cannot do anything. It is not within his power to right this wrong (51:16-19). We see it in a man who says this: “The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit. You will not reject a broken and repentant heart, O God” (51:17). In our day we see it everywhere. He wants to help us, and He did, with our and anyone's spiritual brokenness, the kind of brokenness He can use, He wants us to reach a hand to show them the way is in Jesus. He wants godly sorrow that leads to repentance (2 Cor. 7:10). Many in our world struggled deeply with a sinful lifestyle. We are the Light. In a dark world. When God comes into a person we should stand behind them and help them. Upon giving their testimony the person has already said they do have to anymore that is not us at work in them it would only come from God His way beginning in a person., “The most wonderful thing about sin is that it makes you so desperate that all you want is God.” All God is doing is showing His power in His people. Yes, deep sin can make us desperate. God’s people only letGod’s light show the way. Do you remember when God took you out of brokenness? And out of that desperation, out of grief and the hurt of a fractured heart over sin, God longs to produce humility in us. It is humility that allows us to recognize, as David did, who God is and who we are in comparison with him. It is humility that sets us up to come to grips with our sin. The reason brokenness is beautiful is because of how God can use it in our lives. It is something that can draw us near to Him. Brokenness can make room for a contrite heart and repentance to bring us back into fellowship with Him when we have miserably failed. It is not lovely in and of itself, it is not the end of the journey, it is not a cute hashtag to put on a picture of a dirty house. It’s not a word to use when you want to feel “authentic”. Standing alone, it is messy and sad. No, the beauty in spiritual brokenness is found in where it brings us. True brokenness is a tool by which God brings His wandering sheep back into His loving arms. Have you ever read 1 Corinthians 15:43, “Our bodies are buried in brokenness, but they will be raised in glory. They are buried in weakness, but they will be raised in strength.” power in coming out of our brokenness. What about this,? “There’s Hope for Human Brokenness.” - Psalm 34:18. We have all been broken in some way, no matter what your path, no matter where you came from, no matter where you started, no matter where you finished, no matter how rich you are, how poor you are, everyone at some level has been broken. That’s good news because as human beings, brokenness binds us together. It’s the one thing that we all have in common. And God has called “those of us who’ve experienced His peace, ” “to be peacemakers” by sharing: His love and His grace “with our neighbors.” This is when God gives us a great gift, He lets us see our brokeness, Being broken is a gift, because when we are broken, we recognize the need for a Savior to make us whole. We need to show them the way, it is God’s will for those who are shining a Light in this dark world. Keep in mind this, How does God see them? Psalms 34:18 says: “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and sees the crushed in spirit.” God sees them and is near to them. He cares for them deeply. Beware of yourselves, Is your brokenness impacting their brokenness? Maybe the way you are responding, speaking, treating, or reacting to them is impacting their reaction to you? Are your past wounds (lack of esteem, failures, harsh critics) controlling the way you perceive this person? Ask God to reveal to you what a loving response would look like. Always ask yourselves, What is God’s dream for them? While you can’t know the details, you can certainly understand the broad strokes. Not only are they beautifully and purposefully made by God but he desires them to be fruitful and to flourish. (Psalms 1:1-3; Psalms 139:13-16; Isaiah 43:4; Zephaniah 3:17). When doing God’s work you are looking for this in yourselves, What are some ways to build them up? To speak God’s heart to them? As a pastor, I find that a word of encouragement can go a long way. Try it out. Maybe you will find an openness that you never thought was there. Ask God for humility. The Bible says it is easy to see the speck in another’s eye and not the plank in your own (Matthew 7:3). Ask God to remove your judgment and impatience and to replace them with humility and compassion. Pray and give thanks for them. Most important of all, thank God for them. Pray for them and ask God to bless them. Witness the difference it will make. (1 John 5:16) Trust in God’s desire to bring healing Many of us will have aspects of physical, emotional, and spiritual brokenness that we will carry for the rest of our lives. However, the truth we must understand is that God is in the process of bringing healing to those things and situations, including to the person you have identified above. Next time you feel yourself getting angry or frustrated, ask God to help you to listen first. Try to imagine yourself in the other person’s place to understand why they are doing what they’re doing. Remember your own brokenness. Be reminded of your own blind spots and ask God for a renewal of grace for them once again. It doesn’t mean you condone their actions. It simply means you love them in spite of their brokenness. Until next time the Elder.

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We stand ready to help anytime, seek God for all you need, seek help from those who can help with drugs and other things, going to a doctor is not against God's will for us, Salvation is in Jesus and Him alone Acts. 4:12, it is God work working a person when they have a made-up mind to seek His answers, John 3:16 it telling us all we are already God's love ones, and already are give the place before Him as a WHO_SO_EVER anyone can come to Him in Jesus { Now Go Read Romans 10:9-13 Your Servant The Elder Rev> Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry Owingsville.

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The Character of Saving Faith the very thing God’s people follow. From the Kidd Family Ministry, 463 East High st. Owingsville Ky. email [email protected]. 859-274-2617 call anytime. Being a Christian is more than identifying yourself with a particular religion or affirming a certain value system. Being a Christian means you have embraced what the Bible says about God, mankind, Jesus Christ and salvation. Consider the following truths found in Scripture. Sanctification is the setting aside from our past sins, and it is God who does that and the person knows that God has done this for them, 1 Corinthians 6:11 And such were some of you. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God. We see when we read this that God is not playing a game, over a lifetime. That new Beginning is very real, 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. This is sanctification from the past sin we still have to go on, that is, This is God giving us a new start, that's why we are told to work out our salvation here below, because we are still human, and still have to repent. Many reject this teaching, but as we read it, it becomes very clear, While Phil 2:12 keep in mind that you are still just a human here on earth. Beware of men who change the working out of your salvation here below, into a lifetime of sanctification when God tells us the sanctification He is telling us about only comes when He has forgiveness from our past sin, Working out our salvation Here below only can happen after we are forgiven for our past sin, this is what that new Beginning, that New Birth, Borned again forgiveness brings to a human walk with God on this earth, Read 1. When God forgives us and sanctifies us, this can happen. Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:13-16) 2. Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Faithful is He who calls you, and He also will bring it to pass. (1 Thessalonians 5:23-24) 3. Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. (Matthew 5:48) 4. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world. For them I sanctify myself, that they too may be truly sanctified. (John 17:17-19) 5. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! (2 Corinthians 5:17) 6. Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God – this is true worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will. (Romans 12:1-2) 7. For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age. (Titus 2:11-12) 8. Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. (Hebrews 12:14) 9. Consecrate yourselves and be holy, because I am the LORD your God. Keep my decrees and follow them. I am the LORD, who makes you holy. (Leviticus 20:7) 10. “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.” (1 Peter 2:24) We are told this, Philippians 1:6 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ All our efforts toward holiness are useless apart from (1) the work of Christ on the cross (Heb. 10:10) and (2) the work of God’s Spirit in us. Paul highlighted the Holy Spirit’s role with repetition of the phrase “by the Spirit” in Galatians 5:16, 18, 25. He used the phrase “sanctified by the Holy Spirit” in Roman 15:16, and in Romans 8:13 he said it is “by the Spirit” that we are able to “put to death the deeds of the body.” When God forgives us, Scripture reminds us that sanctification is a gift of God’s grace of forgiveness, to those he has called (Ephesians 1:5) and forgiven. True sanctification sets a person aside to God and God’s work on this earth, this is why men quickly change it into something else, because when it happens to a person they will only stand for what the bible says, no one can take them out of the hands of Jesus after God has sanctified them. John 10:28-29 . Because of this, it comes to us, not because of our own effort or merit. 1 Corinthians 6:11 reminds us, “But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.” The reality that our efforts and merit don’t earn sanctification It is Repentance, that should bring us before God with grateful acceptance and thanksgiving (1 Corinthians 1:30). This forgiveness from our past sin, and knowing that God forgave us, gets us ready for the long trip through this human time on earth, it gives us proof of forgiveness, that a new beginning is true, and we are set aside by God Himself. Scripture reminds us that the result of sanctification is renewal and righteousness. All people are “fearfully and wonderfully made” in the image of God (Psalm 139:14; Genesis 1:26–28). However, the elect are given a new name: “new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). According to Paul, those who are a “new creation” in Christ experience a passing away of their old, sinful ways of life and begin to walk in “newness of life” (Romans 6:4). As we walk in this newness of life, we can trust that God will finish the work of change and transformation he began in us (Philippians 1:6). One evidence of change is our growth in righteousness, wherein we pursue holy, godly actions that align with God’s Word (2 Corinthians 7:1). While we still sin throughout our process of sanctification, one of its results is ongoing growth in godly living that aligns with Scripture. The world and culture we live in tempts us to become easily frustrated when progress isn’t quickly achieved. However, those who are God’s children are being sanctified day by day, an act and gift of God’s goodness and grace. As you look back on your growth, be encouraged by the evidence of renewal and righteousness in your life! God promises to continue his work of renewal until you reach your glorification. As we faithfully run the race, we can be encouraged that God continues to sanctify us, shaping us to be his disciples. And as we acknowledge the work that Christ has done for and in us, we can share that hope and new life with others around us and across the globe. Beware of following after a someday sanctification, that false teachers teach, because while you look for that soledad they get to use you and they will do it. when God forgives it not someday it is real. To be sanctified, as God tells us in the Bible, is this. Saved people have a Purpose, they now live with a new beginning. All they do is based on the Bible, because, God’s Word, composed of sixty-six books that are inspired and inerrant in the original manuscripts. As God’s perfect and complete written Word, the Bible cannot and shall not be amended (Proverbs 30:6; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Revelation 22:18-19). And it tells us this. To see God exalted as His grace and truth in Jesus Christ abound in and overflow to more and more people (1 Chr. 29:10-13; Jn. 1:14-17 2 Cor. 4:15; Jn. 7:37-39; Mt. 28:19-20; 1 Tim. 1:12-17) True faith is always accompanied by repentance from sin. Repentance is agreeing with God that you are sinful, confessing your sins to Him, making a conscious choice to turn from sin (Luke 13:3, 5; 1 Thessalonians 1:9), pursuing Christ (Matthew 11:28-30; John 17:3), and obeying Him (1 John 2:3). It isn’t enough to believe certain facts about Christ. Even Satan and his demons believe in the true God (James 2:19), but they don’t love and obey Him. True saving faith always responds in obedience (Ephesians 2:10). We are always following God this way. We also give scripture for all we do. To see God so work in the lives of unbelievers that they would become Observers of His grace and truth in Jesus Christ (Mt. 5:13-16; Phil. 2:14-16; Col. 4:5-6; 1 Pet. 3:15). Our desire is to see the grace of God active in touching and arousing the curiosity of unbelievers. To see God so work in the lives of unbelievers that they would become Receivers of His grace and truth in Jesus Christ (Jn. 1:12; 3:36; Eph. 2:1-9; 1 Th. 1:2-9; 1 Tim. 2:3-4). Our desire is to see the grace of God active in convicting and saving those who are perishing. To see God so work in the lives of believers that they would grow as life-long Students of His grace and truth in Jesus Christ (Mt. 11:28-30; Rom. 12:1-2; Titus 2:11-14; 2 Pet. 3:17-18). Our desire is to see the grace of God active in teaching and transforming those who are saved. To see God so work in the lives of believers that they would become increasingly fruitful Ministers of His grace and truth in Jesus Christ (Rom. 12:3-8; 2 Cor. 9:8; Eph. 4:11-12; 1 Pet. 4:10-11). Our desire is to see the grace of God active in equipping and empowering believers for greater and greater impact. To see God so work in the lives of believers and whole churches that they would become powerful Extenders of His grace and truth in Jesus Christ (Mt. 28:19-20; Acts 1:8; 13:2; 2 Cor. 4:15). Our desire is to see the grace of God active in expanding and multiplying His church into a spiritually dark and dying world. Priorities we see when we attend a Church anywhere. Exaltation Expository Preaching (Ps. 19:7-10; Acts 20:27; Rom. 10:14-17; 2 Tim. 4:1-5) Authentic Worship (Ps. 96; 145; 150; Jn. 4:24; Rom. 12:1-2) Constant Prayer (Ps. 105:3-4; Mt. 6:5-15; Phil. 4:4-7; Heb. 4:14-16) Faith-Driven Obedience (Jn. 14:21; Heb. 11:6; Jms. 2:14-26) Equipping Systematic Teaching (Mt. 28:20; Eph. 4:11-12; Col. 1:28; 2 Tim. 3:16-17) Godly Modeling (1 Cor. 11:1; Phil. 4:9; 1 Th. 2:8; 1 Tim. 4:12) Leadership Development (Mt. 9:38; 28:19-20; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; 2 Tim. 2:2) Encouragement Biblical Shepherding (Mt. 9:36-38; Acts 20:28; 1 Pet. 5:1-3) Agape Fellowship (Jn. 13:34-35; Phil. 2:1-11; Heb. 10:23-25) Gracious Confrontation (Pr. 27:6; Mt. 18:15-17; Gal. 6:1-2; Jms. 5:19-20) Evangelism Pure Motivation (Ps. 145:1-7; Mt. 9:36-38; 2 Cor. 5:11-15; 1 Thess. 2:4) Ambassador Lifestyle (2 Cor. 5:18-21; Col. 4:5-6; 1 Pet. 3:14-16) Worldwide Mindset (Mt. 28:19-20; Acts 1:8; 17:24-28) Our desire is to see this vision worked out among people in all “ages and stages” of life. Therefore, the elements of this vision provide a framework through which all the day-to-day decisions regarding the ministry of River City Grace can be made. From here, we can evaluate whether a curriculum, ministry, or activity advances or detracts from our God-given purpose, objectives, and priorities. The specific details of each ministry venture will be developed through the Spirit-led passions of God’s people as we obediently walk the life of faith, abiding in Him (John 15:5). This vision reflects our understanding of the heart of God for His church as revealed in His Word. Because we are committed to pursuing a Biblical vision of ministry. We teach that the Church shall be under the leadership and direction of the Pastor-Elders (Acts 20:28; Hebrews 13:17), in keeping with the church’s Statement of Faith that is God’s doctrines of truth.. That the gospel is the good news about what God, in His great love, has done through Jesus Christ. Here is the basic message of the gospel. 1. The one and only God is the Creator of all things, has authority over all things, and is worthy of our worship and obedience (1 Chronicles 29:11; Nehemiah 9:6; Revelation 4:11). God is gracious, compassionate, and perfect in moral purity and justice (Exodus 34:6-7; Psalm 103:8; Deuteronomy 32:4). 2. God has made us in his image to know, enjoy, and obey Him (Genesis 1:26-28; Psalm 16:11). Instead we have all rebelled against Him and failed to obey His will (Romans 3:23; Ephesians 2:1-3). We are sinners and are objects of God’s righteous wrath, judgment, and condemnation (Psalm 14:1; Matthew 10:28; Ephesians 2:11-12; Titus 3:3). 3. In his great love, God sent his Son Jesus Christ to rescue his people from the judgment they deserve because of their sin (Romans 5:6-8; Hebrews 9:27-28). Jesus perfectly obeyed God’s commandments, He died on the cross to pay the penalty for the sins of His people, and He rose from the dead and is the Savior of all who put their trust in Him (Luke 24:46-47; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 3:18). 4. All who turn away from a life of disobedience and unbelief and put their trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior will receive the forgiveness of sins and the gift of eternal life (John 3:16; Acts 16:31; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:9). This salvation is a gift of grace which we could never earn or deserve (Ephesians 2:8-9). For those who have come to faith in Jesus Christ, God gives His Holy Spirit to renew and transform their lives on earth and they will live forever with Him in heaven where evil and judgment are replaced with joy and gladness (2 Corinthians 3:18; Philippians 3:20-21; Revelation 21:1-4; Revelation 22:3-5). The Bible summarizes the gospel in these words: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain. For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. We will teach this, that the Bible – The Holy Scriptures are pure truth. We believe and teach that the Bible is the Word of God, the sixty-six Books of the Old and New Testaments, verbally inspired in all parts (plenary), therefore, wholly without error (inerrant), as originally given of God (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21). The One True God We believe and teach that God exists eternally as three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; 2 Corinthians 13:14). He is the infinite, eternal, omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent Spirit (John 4:24), perfect in all His attributes, one in essence and nature, worthy of all worship, trust, and obedience. The Holy Spirit We believe and teach in the personality of the Holy Spirit (John 16:7-15), His deity (Acts 5:3-4), and His work in each believer: baptizing and indwelling at the moment of regeneration (1 Corinthians 12:13; Romans 8:9), and filling (Ephesians 5:18) to empower for Christian life and service (Ephesians 3:16; Acts 1:8; Galatians 5:22-23). The Lord Jesus Christ We believe and teach in the preexistence and deity of Jesus Christ (John 1:13), His incarnation by virgin birth (John 1:1-14; Matthew 1:18-23), His sinless life (Hebrews 4:15), His substitutionary death (2 Corinthians 5:21), His bodily resurrection (Luke 24:36-43), His ascension into heaven and present ministry (Hebrews 4:14-16), and His coming again (Acts 1:11). Man We believe and teach that man is the direct creation of God, being made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-28), that he subsequently fell into sin resulting in spiritual death (Genesis 3:1-24; Romans 5:12), and that the new birth is necessary for his salvation (John 3:35). Salvation We believe and teach that salvation is by God’s grace alone, received as the gift of God through personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and His finished work (Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5-7; 1 Peter 1:18-19). The Church We believe and teach that there is one true church, the body and the bride of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23, 5:25-32), composed of all true believers of the present age (1 Corinthians 12:12-13); and the organization of its members in local churches for worship, for edification of believers, and for worldwide gospel witness, each local church being autonomous but cooperating in fellowship and work (Ephesians 4:11-16). The Christian Life We believe and teach that true believers must exhibit a life of unceasing righteousness, good works and separation unto God from the evil ways of the world (Romans 12:12), manifested by speaking the truth (James 5:12), maintaining the sanctity of the home (Ephesians 5:22-6:4), settling differences between Christians in accordance with the Word of God (1 Corinthians 6:18), not engaging in carnal strife but showing a Christ Like attitude toward all men (Romans 12:17-21), exhibiting the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), and maintaining a life of prayer (Ephesians 6:18; Philippians 4:6), including the privilege, when sick, of calling for the Elders of the church to pray and to anoint with oil in the name of the Lord (James 5:13-18). Angels and Satan We believe and teach in the existence of angels, both holy (spirit beings who worship and serve God – Hebrews 1:6-7, 2:6-7), and fallen (spirit beings who oppose God – Revelation 12:1-14). We believe and teach that Satan is the chief of the fallen angels, and as the great adversary of God and His people (Revelation 12:1-10), is under God’s judgment (John 12:31), and will finally be doomed (Revelation 20:10). Second Coming of Christ We believe and teach in the personal, visible, and imminent return of Christ to remove His church from the earth (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17), before the tribulation (1 Thessalonians 1:10; Revelation 3:10), and afterward to descend with the Church to establish His millennial kingdom upon the earth (Revelation 19:11-20:6). The Future Life We believe and teach in the conscious existence of the dead (Philippians 1:21-23p; Luke 16:19-31), the resurrection of the body (John 5:28-29), the judgment and reward of believers (Romans 14:10-12; 2 Corinthians 5:10), the judgment and condemnation of unbelievers (Revelation 20:11-15), the eternal life of the saved (John 3:16), and the eternal punishment of the lost (Matthew 25:46; Revelation 20:15). Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry Owingsville Ky. 859-274-2617. Call any time. Email [email protected].

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What does it mean to be a fool? (I am just a man, and I am not given the authority to speak or interpret for God. As such, I feel I must set my opinions clearly apart from the strict and simple truths of the scripture. Everything that is my opinion will be written in italics and everything that is pure scripture will be in the normal font. I hope that my opinions and commentary may aid your understanding, but they are only that: opinions and commentary. Where appropriate, I have included scripture that I feel supports my opinions in the italics sections, but I highly encourage you to read the verses for yourself) The Bible says that there are two kinds of fool, and makes a distinction between them. What is the first type of fool? The first kind of fool is an unGodly, unwise, or stupid person. The Bible is full of references to the first kind of fool. For example, Solomon wrote that “fools despise wisdom and knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7 KJV) and King David wrote that “The fool has said in his heart, ‘there is no God’” (Psalms 14:1 NKJV). What is the second type of fool? The second kind of fool is what you must become to be saved. The Apostle Paul writes: 1 Corinthians 3:18 NKJV: Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in this age, let him become a fool so that he may become wise. What does Paul mean by “become a fool? ” He’s not telling us to become the first sort. Becoming the second sort of fool means you have humbled yourself before the Lord. Christ states it differently than Paul, but He is talking about the same concept. Christ says that we must be born again and be as babies before God (John 3:3 NKJV). This is not literal, as Christ immediately answers a very confused Pharisee named Nicodemus (John 3:4-8 NKJV) but it is a metaphor for how we are to be as new Christians. There is also a double meaning when God calls us His children (1 John 3:1 ESV). In the literal sense, we are His children. He is our Father and maker, and we are all His children. The other meaning is metaphorical. We must always be like children to Him. When we were kids, we constantly learned new knowledge and skills to enable us to live in the world. As new and old Christians alike, we must constantly learn and relearn wisdom and skills from God about how He wants us to live in Him. Humbling ourselves before the Lord is how we become His children (Luke 14:11 ESV). How do we humble ourselves before God? Why? We must humble ourselves before God and realize that, no matter how “smart” or “well rounded” or “put together” we are, we really truly know nothing, at least about the Father. We cannot truly become a child of God without humbling ourselves (2 Chronicles 7:14 NIV). By “becoming a fool” and humbling ourselves we can put ourselves in the frame of mind to eagerly receive God’s wisdom and understanding. One of the hardest things we will ever do as a person is humbling ourselves before God. Only by humbling ourselves, however, can we be remade by God as a Christian (James 4:10 NIV). Humbling ourselves is the hardest struggle of new and old Christians alike, and we must do it often. It’s very easy when things are going good to not need God, and it’s equally easy to blame Him for our trouble. When times are easy, we have it all figured out, even if we still have issues. Why would we ever need a savior? We tell ourselves that whatever problem we have should be easy enough to fix on our own. Our lives are good enough, so we only spare a passing thought or a meaningless prayer, if we even think of God at all. When times are hard, we treat God like a gumball machine instead of our Father. We put a prayer or two in, twist the handle, and expect a blessing/healing out and that’s the end of the transaction. We only need God in the same way that we need a bandage when we get a cut. God is an easy fix for us and just as easily forgotten. He gave us our blessing, so now He can go away and leave us alone. We’re too proud to accept that we need Him 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When we were teenagers, we knew for a fact that our parents were stupid and wrong about everything and we knew in our arrogance that we were the best thing since sliced bread. As we got older, we realized that we don’t always have all the answers and our parents actually did know what they were talking about, at least some of the time. We are like rebellious teenagers before God when we won’t humble ourselves, except that our holy Father always knows what He’s talking about and His advice is never wrong (Proverbs 30:5 NLV). Being humble before the Lord is to realize that we are drowning constantly in our own pride, and because of that we’re also drowning out His love for us. As humans, we naturally are curious learners who are ever seeking the key that unlocks the door to the secrets of the universe. We feel that if we just get the next tidbit of information, or watch the right news story, or think the correct thought then we will have everything figured out and we can take the panel off of life itself and watch the gears spin. We have to learn to say that no, we aren’t good enough. No, we aren’t up to this challenge. No, we don’t have everything figured out. God alone makes us good enough. God alone gives us the strength to meet every challenge. God alone knows all the answers. Through God all things are possible (Luke 1:37 NKJV) and resting on His strength and accepting His will is endlessly easier than trying to go it alone. There is no magical One-Size-Fits-All approach to humbling yourself before the Lord. We all have different struggles. Much like laying down our burdens at the cross, it is very easy to backslide and pick up our burdens again and return to our old arrogant ways. We are a hard and stiff-necked people, much like the children of Israel (Exodus 33:5 ESV). Humbling ourselves and giving our struggles to Christ so he can fight our battles for us is a daily process. As Humans, we naturally don’t like to give up control over even the smallest aspect of our lives, but we must give up control over our entire lives to be God’s children. Only by fully being consumed by God’s will can we be truly free. What then, is Freedom? It may seem like a contradiction and a logical fallacy to say that we can only truly gain our freedom through total obedience to God (Psalms 119:45 ESV) but just like there are two types of fool and God has two meanings when He calls us His children, there are two types of freedom. The First Freedom The first sort of freedom is one that we all experience. We were made with free will to choose our path in life. If we weren’t, Eve wouldn’t have been able to be tricked by the devil into eating the forbidden fruit, and Adam most definitely would not have been able to voluntarily eat it. God gives us free will because while he demands our obedience, he does not want us to be slaves to sin (Galatians 5:1 NIV) and he will not force us to obey Him either (Joshua 24:15 NKJV) We can choose at any time to turn our backs on Him, but the price we must pay for abandoning God is that we must live without His mercy and protection. The Second Freedom The second sort of freedom is freedom from ourselves. Only by humbling ourselves before God and fully obeying Him can we experience this freedom. When we accept Christ as our savior, God frees us from the prison of lies and guilt we build for ourselves in our own minds (2 Corinthians 3:17 NET) , and only through obedience to Him can we stay free. Though we may continue to struggle, through daily walking with Him we can be healed. We will never be perfect and we will still stumble and sin, but the freedom God gives us allows us to walk with our heads held high in the knowledge of His infinite mercy and endless love for us (Psalms 103:8 NKJV). Humbling ourselves before God (Continued) Humbling ourselves before God is to completely reframe our mindset to realize that we need God just as much when times are good as when times are hard and we face challenges. (Joshua 23:8 ESV). Joshua is giving us explicit and simple advice, but all of us have had times where we were too much of the first sort of fool to follow it. We must become fools before the Lord daily, so that we are always open to God’s love and teaching. Only by constantly humbling and re-humbling ourselves can we truly become a child of God. It may or may not help you, but when I catch myself being being arrogant before God, I usually pray something like this and it helps to refocus me on what truly matters: “Our Father who art in Heaven, I’m so sorry that I’m trying to do this on my own again. Help me to remember that I’m not all that and a bag of chips. I’m not strong enough or capable enough to live without you, and I need your help to defeat the lie that I am. Help me to remember that my strength comes from you and you alone. Give me the strength to lay my burdens back on the cross and the wisdom to not pick them back up again. Please send the Holy Spirit to remind me constantly of how much I need you. When I stumble and run from you again, please have mercy on me and guide me back into your arms. Help me to trust you in all things, and thank you so much for your promise that you will always have my back. Help me walk through this life secure in the knowledge that you will never stop loving me, and thank you for always allowing me to come back to you. I pray this in Jesus’ name. Amen” Ever the fool, Alexander Verch Verses Cited (in the order referenced along with the translation used): Proverbs 1:7 KJV: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction Psalms 14:1 NKJV: The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, They have done abominable works, There is none who does good 1 Corinthians 3:18 NKJV: Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in this age, let him become a fool so that he may become wise John 3:3 NKJV: Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” John 3:4-8 NKJV: 4. Nicodemus said to Him, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born? ” 5. Jesus answered, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. 6. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. 7. Do not marvel that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.’ 8. The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear the sound of it, but cannot tell where it comes from and where it goes. So is everyone who is born of the Spirit.” 1 John 3:1 ESV: See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Luke 14:11 ESV: For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted 2 Chronicles 7:14 NIV: if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land James 4:10 NIV: Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up Proverbs 30:5 NLV: Every word of God has been proven true. He is a safe-covering to those who trust in Him Luke 1:37 NKJV: For with God nothing will be impossible Exodus 33:5 ESV: For the Lord had said to Moses, “Say to the people of Israel, ‘You are a stiff-necked people; if for a single moment I should go up among you, I would consume you. So now take off your ornaments, that I may know what to do with you.’” Psalms 119:45 ESV: I will walk as a free man, for I look for Your Law Galatians 5:1 NIV: It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery Joshua 24:15 NKJV: And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord 2 Corinthians 3:17 NET: Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is present, there is freedom Psalms 103:8 NKJV: The Lord is merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abounding in mercy Joshua 23:8 ESV: but you shall cling to the Lord your God just as you have done to this day

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God is good!

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What an idiot. You can never go to heaven without JESUS!

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I wanna tell u a story about a woman I know, she's got a big ole booty & even bigger hole, when it comes to luvin she steals the show, dont ask me why or how I know.

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Fool why say Amen it from what Jesus told people to do, if you don't believe why do that? you are one of Russel food's aren't you?

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Sorry fool but this has turn me from that fake region of darkness that came from a false religion that says man has no soul. we were such fools that we wen out and told other the same thing you are saying. worries and fears are very real. and our God has help for the fallen but we have to turn to Him. this post has turn Me. to the help I needed.

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But me a jet & I will show you the way, zooom

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Forgive me Lord for calling this person a dumbasss & please forgive him for being one

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What an idiot.

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Uranus came first lol

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Uranus was first so I will always worship Uranus

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Uranus- it's not just another black hole, Uranus Primordial Greek deity, god of the Sky In Greek mythology, Uranus, sometimes written Ouranos, is the personification of the sky and one of the Greek primordial deities.

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Archaeological evidence of Jesus does not exist. There is no definitive physical or archaeological evidence of the existence of Jesus.

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History Logo HomeTopicsReligionThe Bible Says Jesus Was Real. What Other Proof Exists? The Bible Says Jesus Was Real. What Other Proof Exists? Some argue that Jesus wasn't an actual man, but within a few decades of his lifetime, he was mentioned by Jewish and Roman historians. BY: CHRISTOPHER KLEIN UPDATED: MARCH 18, 2024 | ORIGINAL: FEBRUARY 26, 2019 copy page link Still photo from HISTORY® Channel's series 'Jesus: His Life' ©2019 A&E NETWORKS, LLC. / PHOTO: JOSÉ SARMENTO MATOS While billions of people believe Jesus of Nazareth was one of the most important figures in world history, many others reject the idea that he even existed at all. A 2015 survey conducted by the Church of England, for instance, found that 22 percent of adults in England did not believe Jesus was a real person. Among scholars of the New Testament of the Christian Bible, though, there is little disagreement that he actually lived. Lawrence Mykytiuk, an associate professor of library science at Purdue University and author of a 2015 Biblical Archaeology Review article on the extra-biblical evidence of Jesus, notes that there was no debate about the issue in ancient times either. “Jewish rabbis who did not like Jesus or his followers accused him of being a magician and leading people astray, ” he says, “but they never said he didn’t exist.” Rejected Books of the Bible and What Happened to Them Play Unmute Duration Time10:05 SUBTITLES SETTINGS Fullscreen Archaeological evidence of Jesus does not exist. There is no definitive physical or archaeological evidence of the existence of Jesus. “There’s nothing conclusive, nor would I expect there to be, ” Mykytiuk says. “Peasants don’t normally leave an archaeological trail.” “The reality is that we don’t have archaeological records for virtually anyone who lived in Jesus’s time and place, ” says University of North Carolina religious studies professor Bart D. Ehrman, author of Did Jesus Exist? The Historical Argument for Jesus of Nazareth. “The lack of evidence does not mean a person at the time didn’t exist. It means that she or he, like 99.99% of the rest of the world at the time, made no impact on the archaeological record.” GODONG/UIG VIA GETTY IMAGES THE HOLY CROWN OF THORNS AT THE NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL IN PARIS. Questions of authenticity continue to surround direct relics associated with Jesus, such as the crown of thorns he reputedly wore during his crucifixion (one possible example is housed inside the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris), and the Shroud of Turin, a linen burial cloth purportedly emblazoned with the image of his face. There is no proof.

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Casper! Is that you?

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this helps! so much It has help me like this, – Fall deeper in love with God – Find their true identity in Christ – Become passionate seekers of the truth through the study of the Scriptures – Discover their purpose and walk on the path that God has destined for them – Develop the practical skills they need to thrive and overcome in their ministry or vocation If it sounds like values it is, Values common to Christianity, such as faith, love, salvation, purity and obedience, are essential components in every believer’s life, so we haven’t addressed them here

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Always remember Read this when you feel overwhelmed with worries or fears: The Bible talks about anxiety quite frequently. The psalmists often detail their agony as they seek God in dark times. In 2 Corinthians 11:26-29, Paul describes the immense stress he’s been under in his ministry. And throughout the gospels, Jesus encounters many people who are anxious about one thing or another. Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky. 85-274-2617- Email [email protected] or [email protected] Questions of the day? Overwhelmed with worries, and fear, From Rev. Alex Virch standing in the Gap for the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. Print this out or save it to your computer, and whenever you feel fear, worry, physical or emotional pain, or have convinced yourself you’re something you’re not, or have worry about something you might become, read this and remember that while your fear is real, what you’re fearing is not because of our Father: Every fear, shame, guilt, lie about yourself, sin, worry, sorrow, or negative feeling you have ever felt or will ever feel was willingly taken by Christ on the cross. He felt all of those things exactly the same way you are and have (Isaiah 53:3-12, Mathew 8:17, 1 Peter 2:24, and 1 Peter 3:18), and they died with him and didn’t come back when he rose again (Romans 6:6-9). Christ defeated those painful thoughts and emotions when he defeated Death itself (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). Take time to try and imagine how He must have felt to have absorbed all of the pain and suffering, both physical and mental, from countless billions of people who hadn’t even been born yet! How great His love for all of us is! You are not the same person that you were before you gave yourself to God (Ephesians 4:24). Anything you did, said, felt, or thought before you became His has no power over you now (Romans 6:14). Don’t keep pretending they do. The only thing that has power over you now is God (Psalms 68:35), and those arrows of lies the devil fires at you can not harm you as long as you let God be your shield (Ephesians 6:16). God loves you so much that even if you were the ONLY PERSON ON EARTH he still would have sacrificed his only son for your salvation and healing (1 Timothy 1:14-15). Whosoever MEANS YOU! You need only accept it. (John 3:16) Guilt and shame for your past mean that you are fully God’s. You hate what he hates and love what he loves (Amos 5:15, Psalms 97:10, and Romans 12:9), and find the old you disgusting because the Holy Spirit has changed you! (John 16:7-8, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ezekiel 36:31) If you didn’t feel what you feel, you wouldn’t be His child. The Holy Spirit is in you and wants to help you drive out the old you so you can become a new and righteous person (Ephesians 4:21-24). God can shatter any problem you had before, you need only believe (Matthew 19:26). God doesn’t want us to suffer the shame of our sin forever though. He teaches us in time to turn our guilt into praise to Him for saving us from ourselves (1 Peter 4:12-13 and verse 16) God uses pain and suffering to strengthen and prove His children and to draw us closer to him (2 Corinthians 7:9), and no matter what you feel He won’t ever put on you anything that he hasn’t given you the strength to withstand (1 Corinthians 10:13). All good things come from Him (James 1:17), but He uses our trials and tribulations to increase our faith in Him and to enable us to strengthen and aid others in theirs (2 Corinthians 1:3-7). No matter how much pain you are in or what lie you have told yourself, take the time to thank Him for it even while you ask Him for the help and healing you desperately need (James 1:2-3). Laying down your pain and worry on the cross is one of the hardest things you can do, since we as humans inherently feel the need to try and do everything by ourselves for ourselves (Proverbs 3:5-7). Take the time to remind yourself: Christ has already willingly taken your suffering and felt exactly the same anguish you feel right now, and you are not alone (Matthew 8:16-17, 1 Peter 2:24) You cannot defeat your sorrows, be they real or imagined, alone without His aid (Philippians 4:13). Christ has already moved mountains and performed miracles in your life, whether you realize it or not (Acts 2:22). Think of all of the times that some other problem just “magically went away” or you experienced something you just can’t explain. Maybe you got that phone call at exactly the right moment, or you were mere inches from a fatal accident, or even something as simple as finding an extra dollar in your pocket for your groceries that you never put there. Christ has not and will NEVER judge you for anything you lay at his feet (John 8-15). He is NOT a man, and his love for you can never be taken away (Romans 8-38-39). ABSOLUTELY NOTHING you have done, no matter how awful, will be held against you by the Savior when you repent, his love is so great. You need only ask His forgiveness and it will be freely given and never taken back (Hebrews 10:12). When you ask forgiveness and truly mean it, God puts your sin as far from you as the East is from the West and that’s a whole lot farther than any of us could travel in a thousand lifetimes (Psalms 103:12) God’s love and mercy are freely given (Ephesians 1:4-7). He can’t be bought and would have no price you could afford, but Christ already paid for you on the cross (Colossians 1:13-14), and he did so at no cost to you! Nothing from this fallen world is truly free, but Christ is NOT from this world (John 17:15-16)! Remind yourself that you are a child of God, and there is no power in Heaven, Hell, or Earth that can take you from Him once you give yourself unto Him. (Ephesians 1:13-14) Sometimes though, he puts someone in your path to heal you for Him. God made doctors and healers, and there is no sin in going to one when you’re sick. God wants you to ask others for help when you need it, and He provides a path to healing in any number of ways. Sometimes, he directly heals you. Other times, he sends you a physician. (Matthew 9:12) God Himself actually SINGS when we please him (Zephania 3:17), and simply asking His help and turning to Him when we need His aid pleases Him greatly. God wants us to be His children, and He made us so He could be our Father (2 Corinthians 6:18) Some healing through God comes immediately (Psalms 41:3, Isaiah 58:8), but sometimes God heals us slowly over time to teach us a lesson such as patience or perseverance (Romans 5:3-5). It is commonly said that “time heals all wounds, ” and sometimes He delays our healing to prove our faith will be rewarded. The entire book of Job tells the story of a righteous man God permitted to be afflicted and tormented by the devil as proof that Job was righteous and Job’s faith was unshakable, and when God had proved His point to the Devil, God rewarded Job for his faith by restoring double all he had lost to the evils of Satan (Job 42:10). We can’t possibly understand why God may or may not heal us or permit us to continue suffering, but we can trust with certainty that God has our best interests in mind (Jeremiah 29:11). All trials and tribulations are a lesson, but God promises that they will not continue forever (1 Peter 5:10). God does not tempt us, however (James 1:13). Temptation comes either from our own human nature (James 1:14-15) or from the devil’s lies (John 8:44 calls the devil the “father of liars”). However, God gives us the strength to overcome ANY temptation either throws at us (1 Corinthians 10:13) Read this for your help. Philippians 4:6-7: Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 1 Peter 5:6-7: Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. John 14:27: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. 2 Timothy 1:7: For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. Psalm 55:22: Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved. Philippians 4:6: Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Hebrews 13:6: So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me? ” Joshua 1:9: Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Matthew 6:34: “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. A Prayer to Soothe an Anxious and Worried Heart: "Dear Lord, I thank you that I can come to You always for any reason. I’m grateful that when I pray to You, You answer me. Help me to come to You at the beginning of my fears and anxieties instead of waiting until I can’t stand them anymore. The quicker I come to You the better. You want to free me from ALL my fears. Help me look to You for help more often so that I can be radiant with Your joy. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen." For more guided prayers to use when you feel anxiousness begin to rise, use our collection provided here: 25 Prayers for Anxiety to Trade Your Fears for God's Peace Zephania 3:17: The Lord your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing. 2 Corinthians 6:18: I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty. Psalm 94:17-19 Unless the LORD had given me help, I would soon have dwelt in the silence of death. When I said, “My foot is slipping, ” your love O LORD, supported me. When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul. Romans 8:38-39 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Matthew 10:29-31 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. Psalm 77:1-2 I cried out to God for help; I cried out to God to hear me. When I was in distress I sought the Lord; at night I stretched out untiring hands and my soul refused to be comforted. 1 Peter 5:6-8 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Luke 4:18-19 Still others, like seed sown among thorns, hear the word; but the worries of this life, the deceitfulness of wealth and the desires for other things come in and choke the word, making it unfruitful. Hebrews 13: 5-6 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? ” Matthew 6: 25-36 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Isn't life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? John 14:1 Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me (Jesus). Philippians 4:4-6 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. God knows that humans get anxious… That’s why He’s given us so much encouragement in the Bible! When we feel anxious, God promises us that He is near. He tells us that we can trust Him to take care of us. Of course, trusting God is easier said than done. The path away from anxiety and into trust requires surrender over and over again. If you’re looking for ways to deepen your trust in God, reading the Bible is so important! Did any of the above verses stand out to you? If so, write that verse out and put it in a place where you’ll see it every day. Read it often. Memorize it. Say it out loud when you feel anxious. Incorporate it into your prayers! “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Stand strong in the Lord! 1. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. (NKJV) 2. 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. (NIV) 3. Exodus 14:14 The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. (NIV) 4. Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! (ESV) 5. Hebrews 13:5b-6 …for He has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear what man can do to me? " (ESV) 6. Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. (NIV) 7. Romans 8:37-39 ...in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Until next time Rev. Alex verch.

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ON JUDGEMENT DAY, GOD WILL JUDGE EVERYONE OF YOU. Mostly because you ridiculed HIM. YOU WILL BE CURSED BY GOD! GOD is able to judge you, not me!!!

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Dear Elder, can you help us get back to where we can just worship God, and have church in fellowship with Him? Thank you for letting the Kid Family Ministry Help. Emails us any time, [email protected] [email protected] 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky, 859-274-2617 call anytime. We are ready to serve you in the Lord. The following verse reminds us what it means to worship and glorify God. Let’s praise the Lord – let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Colossians 3:17 | Living a Life of Thanks And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. COLOSSIANS 3:17 Psalm 63:1 | Thirst for God Stand under the Cross, saying You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water. PSALM 63:1 John 4:24 | Spirit and Truth God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” JOHN 4:24 Be Romans 12:1-2 | a Living Sacrifice Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. ROMANS 12:1-2 Revelation 4:11 | God is Worthy “You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being.” REVELATION 4:11 Teach the Bible Verses about Life in Christ as God’s will for His people. The world will know that we are Christians by the way we live our life: by loving each other and loving our neighbor. This is what we call the “Christian life”. These are a few verses that show us what it means to model our life after Christ Jesus in order to pursue this Christian life. We cannot be a righteous person on our own, but with the help of the Holy Spirit God gave… Isaiah 40:31 | Wings Like Eagles But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. ISAIAH 40:31 Seek to show Galatians 5:22-23 | the Fruit of the Spirit But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. GALATIANS 5:22-23 Joshua 1:8-9 | Be Strong & Courageous Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” JOSHUA 1:8-9 1 Chronicles 16:34 | Give Thanks Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. 1 CHRONICLES 16:34 Bible Verses about the Coming Messiah It’s not just about Christmas, although that’s an important celebration. We believe that Jesus Christ came as a baby to this earth, but we also believe that He will come again! Each verse reminds us not only that God gave us His own son, but that our heavenly Father will come again so that we will be with the Lord forever! Isaiah 9:6 | Prince of Peace For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. ISAIAH 9:6 Galatians 4:4-5 | Adoption to Sonship But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, so that we might receive adoption to sonship. GALATIANS 4:4-5 Luke 1:30-33 | Kingdom Will Never End But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.” LUKE 1:30-33 John 16:33 | Take Heart! “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” JOHN 16:33 1 God is Supreme Deuteronomy 4:39 2 God is Infinite Creator Hebrews 11:3 3 God is Majestic King 1 Chron. 29:11 4 God is Selfless Lord Psalm 86:5 5 God is Upright Judge Ecclesiastes 12:14 6 God Blesses Matthew 5:45 7 God Saves Matthew 1:21 8 God Seals Ephesians 4:30 9 God Purifies 1 Thess. 5:23-24 10 God Empowers Isaiah 40:31 11 God Sustains Psalm 121:7-8 12 God Guides Psalm 32: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 | The Inerrancy of Scripture All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 2 TIMOTHY 3:16-17 John 3:16-17 | The Gospel in a Nutshell For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. JOHN 3:16-17 Proverbs 3:5-6 | The Christian Posture Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. PROVERBS 3:5-6 read it again. Galatians 2:20 | Crucified with Christ Jesus! I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. GALATIANS 2:20 John 14:6 | Jesus Christ as the Only Way Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. JOHN 14:6 Bible Verses about the Salvation Message When it comes to verses about salvation and sharing your faith, people often think about the “Romans Road, ” which is a collection of verses in the book of Romans. While these are great verses, we’re going to include more than those verses in this list. Each verse reminds us of just how much God loves us! Romans 3:23 | All Have Sinned For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, ROMANS 3:23 Romans 6:23 | The Wages of Sin For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. ROMANS 6:23 Isaiah 53:5 | By His Wounds But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. ISAIAH 53:5 Romans 5:8 | True Love But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ROMANS 5:8 Colossians 2:13-14 | Nailed to the Cross When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. COLOSSIANS 2:13-14 Romans 10:9-10 | To be Saved If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord, ” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. ROMANS 10:9-10 1 John 1:9 | Confess Your Sins If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 JOHN 1:9 2 Corinthians 5:17 | A New Creation! Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 Verses about Trials and Suffering Following our Lord Jesus Christ has never been an easy road. In fact, God’s Word is very clear that those who want to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted (2 Timothy 3:12). Don’t be discouraged! Memorize these verses to help you persevere through the trials and suffering with the help of the Holy Spirit. Philippians 1:29 | Suffering is a Gift For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, PHILIPPIANS 1:29 Proverbs 18:10 | The Lord Jesus is a Strong Tower The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. PROVERBS 18:10 1 Peter 1:6-7 | Proof of Your Faith In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed. 1 PETER 1:6-7 James 1:2-3 | Consider it Joy! Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. JAMES 1:2-3 Read it again. Romans 8:31 | Who Can be Against Us? What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? ROMANS 8:31 read it again. Bible Verses about Fear Facing these trials in life doesn’t mean that we never fear. Fear is a natural response as humans, but our reaction to that fear is what makes followers of Jesus Christ different, and God prepared us to face these fears with His help. Each verse reminds us to trust in the face of fear. Psalm 56:3 | Fear and Trust When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. PSALM 56:3 2 Timothy 1:7 | No Spirit of Fear For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 2 TIMOTHY 1:7 Philippians 4:6-7 | Do Not be Anxious Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 Psalm 46:10-11 | Be Still and Know He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. PSALM 46:10-11 Verses about God’s Word Since we’ve already covered the integrity of Scripture from 2 Timothy 3:16 in the foundations section above, now let’s focus on the beauty and power of the word of God. What is it that makes the Word of God so powerful in our lives? These are beautiful verses that the Holy Spirit can use throughout your day to encourage and strengthen your faith. Isaiah 55:8-9 | Higher Ways For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, ” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. ISAIAH 55:8-9 Hebrews 4:12 | Sharper than a Sword For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to divide soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. HEBREWS 4:12 Psalm 1:1-3 | Be a Tree Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers. PSALM 1:1-3 John 1:14 | The Word is God! The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. JOHN 1:14 Verses about Faith What does it even mean when we say that we have “faith” in Jesus? Thankfully, Scripture gives us a definition for this. It also gives us direction on how to build our faith in Jesus Christ. Thankfully, God loves us and knows our limits. That’s why even faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains! Each verse reminds us of this truth. Hebrews 11:1 | Definition of Faith Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. HEBREWS 11:1 Hebrews 11:6 | Pleasing God And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. HEBREWS 11:6 Romans 10:17 | Faith Comes by Hearing Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. ROMANS 10:17 Ephesians 2:8-9 | Saved by Grace through Faith For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. EPHESIANS 2:8-9 John 20:29 | Believe without Seeing Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” JOHN 20:29 Verses about Mercy & Forgiveness As we know from Romans 3, all of us fall short and are guilty of sin. There is nobody who is righteous – not even one! But God’s mercy is shown in that He does not give us what we deserve. Here are a few short Bible verses that demonstrate this best. Psalm 139:23-24 | Search My Heart Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. PSALM 139:23-24 Lamentations 3:22-23 | New Mercies every Morning Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. LAMENTATIONS 3:22-23 Psalm 103:8-10 | What our Sins Deserve The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. He will not always accuse, nor will he harbor his anger forever; he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. PSALM 103:8-10 Titus 3:5 | Because of His Mercy! He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, TITUS 3:5 Bible Verses about Praising God Our response to this kind of mercy should be nothing short of life-changing gratitude to our Lord Jesus Christ! There is so much value from memorizing these simple, short Bible verses that teach us how to praise God. Each verse reminds us of the glory of God who deserves all our praise. Psalm 103:1-2 | Glorify God! Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits. PSALM 103:1-2 Psalm 118:24 | This is the Day The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad. PSALM 118:24 Psalm 100 | The Whole Psalm! Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. PSALM 100 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 | Rejoice Always Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 Bible Verses about Worship Hre is several Bible studies. For all of you, each week there will be food from God’s word in the House of God, all each one of you has to do is have a made up mind to be there. Worship is more than simply singing “worship songs” on a Sunday morning! It is a life lived in full devotion to God through the direction of the Holy Spirit. Question to you is this, why not begin again, Sunday School, Bible study, start now, return to what the scriptures say, start small, learn truth, this is from our Sunday schools Lesson, they are free, thank you for wanting to pay, but the Kidd Family Ministry has nothing that is for sale, God has placed those who are in His service that Help us, and so they are helping You in the needs you have now. Here are 52 weeks of Bible studies, from the Kidd Family Ministry, they are from the Elder, Rev. Simon Kidd, Rev. Rosa Kidd, Rev. Chad Kidd, Rev. Alex Virch. Below is what we teach as a bible study, over and over, download them, print them, use them they are free, to all. Week 1 – “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path” – Psalm 119:105 Week 2 – “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” - Proverbs 3:5 Week 3 – “Pray without ceasing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Week 4 – “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Week 5 – “Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13 Week 6 – “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;” - Colossians 3:23, Week 7 – “For where your treasure is, there will be your heart also.” – Luke 12:34 Week 8 – “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” – Philippians 4:13 Week 9 – “My God shall supply all your needs according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. - Philippians 4:19 Week 10 – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” – Jeremiah 29:11 Week 11 – “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” – Isaiah 26:3 Week 12 – “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.”- James 1:5 Week 13 – “Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! ”- Psalm 107:8 Week 14 – “For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.” – Psalm 107:9 Week 15 – “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” - Galatians 6:7 Week 16 – “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1 Week 17 – “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.” – Psalm 23:6 Week 18 – “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28 Week 19 – “What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? ” - Romans 8:31 Week 20 – “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Week 21 – “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7 Week 22 – “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” – John 14:6 Week 23 – “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;” – Romans 3:23 Week 24 – “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:” – Ephesians 2:8 Week 25 – “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” – Psalm 139:14 Week 26 – “And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.” – Deuteronomy 6:5 Week 27 – “And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”- Matthew 22:39 Week 28 – “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”- Philippians 4:6 Week 29 – “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7 Week 30 – “Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.” - Proverbs 30:5 Week 31 – “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.”- 1 Corinthians 10:31 Week 32 – “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”- Genesis 1:1 Week 33 – “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.”- Psalm 19:1 Week 34 – “For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.”- Psalm 1:6 Week 35 – “…Thus saith the LORD... Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.” – Isaiah 43:1 Week 36 – “I, even I, am the LORD; and beside me there is no savior.” – Isaiah 43:11 Week 37 – “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” - Matthew 5:14 Week 38 – “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”- Matthew 5:16 Week 39 – “Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” – Matthew 6:33 Week 40 – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom…” – Colossians 3:16 Week 41 – “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” – Hebrews 13:8 Week 42 – “They that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” - Isaiah 40:31 Week 43 – “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” – John 14:27 Week 44 – “Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.” – Psalm 37:4 Week 45 – “Ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.” – John 16:24b Week 46 – “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16 Week 47 – “Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.”- 1 John 4:7 Week 48 – “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:” - Hebrews 10:24 Week 49 – “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” – Philippians 4:8 Week 50 – “If they obey and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures.” – Job 36:11 Week 51 – “Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing! - Isaiah 43:18-19a Week 52 – “Let everything that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.” – Psalm 150:6 Here is the teaching of Rev. Chad Kidd, This He put together before He lost His eyesight, as a way to teach youth, so they could remember when trouble came knotting in their lives, this way has great effect on what one has as a help when trouble come, because it will, it help the young person have something they can call into one’s thinking. MONTH 1 1 – Genesis 1: Creation 2 – Genesis 2: Adam & Eve 3 – Genesis 3: The fall 4 – Genesis 12: Abram 5 – Genesis 15: Abrahamic Covenant 6 – Genesis 22: Abraham tested 7 – Job 1: Job tested 8 – Job 2: Job tested 9 – Job 3: Job speaks 10 – Job 38: God speaks 11 – Job 39: God speaks 12 – Job 40: God speaks 13 – Job 41: God speaks 14 – Job 42: Job's reply 15 – Exodus 1: Israel oppressed 16 – Exodus 2: Moses' birth 17 – Exodus 3: Burning bush 18 – Exodus 4: Moses called 19 – Exodus 5: Pharoah refuses 20 – Exodus 12: The Passover 21 – Exodus 13: Redeeming the firstborn 22 – Exodus 14: Crossing Red Sea 23 – Exodus 20: Ten Commandments 24 – Leviticus 1: God's instructions 25 – Leviticus 10: God's instructions 26 – Leviticus 11: God's instructions 27 – Leviticus 16: Day of Atonement 28 – Leviticus 25: Year of Jubilee 29 – Leviticus 26: Obedience/disobedience 30 – Numbers 3: Journey to Promised Land 31 – Numbers 4: Journey to Promised Land MONTH 2 1 – Numbers 6: Journey to Promised Land 2 – Numbers 11: Journey to Promised Land 3 – Numbers 12: Journey to Promised Land 4 – Numbers 13: Journey to Promised Land 5 – Numbers 14: Journey to Promised Land 6 – Deuteronomy 5: Ten Commandments 7 – Deuteronomy 6: Love the Lord your God 8 – Deuteronomy 7: Driving out the nations 9 – Deuteronomy 8: Do not forget the Lord 10 – Deuteronomy 28: Obedience/disobedience 11 – Deuteronomy 29: Covenant renewed 12 – Deuteronomy 30: Prosperity for obedience 13 – Deuteronomy 31: Joshua succeeds Moses 14 – Deuteronomy 34: Moses dies 15 – Joshua 1: God commands Joshua 16 – Joshua 2: Rahab and the spies 17 – Joshua 3: Crossing the Jordan 18 – Joshua 4: Crossing the Jordan 19 – Joshua 5: Fall of Jericho 20 – Joshua 6: Fall of Jericho 21 – Joshua 7: Achan's sin 22 – Joshua 8: Ai destroyed 23 – Joshua 23: Joshua's farewell 24 – Joshua 24: Covenant renewed 25 – Judges 1: Period of the Judges 26 – Judges 2: Defeat for disobedience 27 – Judges 3: Othniel 28 – Judges 4: Deborah MONTH 3 1 – Judges 13: Samson's birth 2 – Judges 14: Samson's marriage 3 – Judges 15: Samson and the Philistines 4 – Judges 16: Samson and Delilah 5 – Ruth 1: Naomi and Ruth 6 – Ruth 2: Ruth meets Boaz 7 – Ruth 3: Ruth and Boaz at threshing floor 8 – Ruth 4: Ruth marries Boaz 9 – 1 Samuel 7: God's Ark returns to Israel 10 – 1 Samuel 8: Israel asks for a king 11 – 1 Samuel 9: Samuel annoints Saul 12 – 1 Samuel 10: Saul made king 13 – 1 Samuel 12: Samuel's farewell speech 14 – 1 Samuel 15: God rejects Saul as king 15 – 1 Samuel 16: Samuel annoints David 16 – 1 Samuel 17: David and Goliath 17 – 1 Samuel 18: Saul's jealousy of David 18 – 1 Samuel 19: Saul tries to kill David 19 – 1 Samuel 20: David and Jonathan 20 – 1 Samuel 28: Saul & the Witch of Endor 21 – 1 Samuel 31: Saul takes his life 22 – 2 Samuel 5: David becomes king 23 – 2 Samuel 6: God's ark to Jerusalem 24 – 2 Samuel 7: God's promise to David 25 – 2 Samuel 8: David's victories 26 – 1 Chronicles 15: God's ark to Jerusalem 27 – 1 Chronicles 16: David's psalm of thanks 28 – 1 Chronicles 17: God's promise to David 29 – 2 Samuel 11: David and Bathsheba 30 – 2 Samuel 12: Nathan rebukes David 31 – 2 Samuel 13: Amnon and Tamar MONTH 4 1 – 2 Samuel 15: Absolom's conspiracy 2 – 2 Samuel 18: Absolom's death 3 – 1 Chronicles 21: David numbers the men 4 – 1 Chronicles 22: Preparing for Temple 5 – 1 Chronicles 28: David plans for Temple 6 – 1 Chronicles 29: Gifts for building Temple 7 – Psalm 1: Psalm of David 8 – Psalm 4: Psalm of David 9 – Psalm 8: Psalm of David 10 – Psalm 18: Psalm of David 11 – Psalm 19: Psalm of David 12 – Psalm 23: Psalm of David 13 – Psalm 34: Psalm of David 14 – Psalm 37: Psalm of David 15 – Psalm 40: Psalm of David 16 – Psalm 46: Psalm of David 17 – Psalm 51: Psalm of David 18 – Psalm 56: Psalm of David 19 – Psalm 100: Psalm of David 20 – Psalm 103: Psalm of David 21 – Psalm 139: Psalm of David 22 – Psalm 141: Psalm of David 23 – Psalm 145: Psalm of David 24 – 1 Kings 3: Solomon asks for wisdom 25 – 1 Kings 6: Solomon builds the Temple 26 – 1 Kings 7: Solomon builds his palace 27 – 1 Kings 8: God's ark brought to Temple 28 – 1 Kings 9: God appears to Solomon 29 – 1 Kings 10: Solomon's splendor 30 – 1 Kings 11: Solomon's death MONTH 5 1 – 1 Kings 12: Israel rebels (Rehoboam) 2 – 2 Chronicles 5: God's ark to Temple 3 – 2 Chronicles 6: Solomon's dedication 4 – Chronicles 7: God appears to Solomon 5 – 2 Chronicles 8: Solomon's other activities 6 – 2 Chronicles 9: Solomon's splendor/death 7 – 2 Chronicles 10: Israel rebels (Rehoboam) 8 – Ecclesiastes 1: Everything is meaningless 9 – Ecclesiastes 2: Pleasures are meaningless 10 – Ecclesiastes 3: A time for everything 11 – Ecclesiastes 4: Oppression & toil 12 – Ecclesiastes 5: Stand in awe of God 13 – Ecclesiastes 12: Honor God while young 14 – Song of Solomon 1: A lover & her beloved 15 – Song of Solomon 2: A lover & her beloved 16 – Proverbs 1: Call to embrace wisdom 17 – Proverbs 2: Benefits of wisdom 18 – Proverbs 3: Benefits of wisdom 19 – Proverbs 4: Widsom is supreme 20 – Proverbs 7: Warning about the adultress 21 – Proverbs 10: Proverbs of King Solomon 22 – Proverbs 13: Proverbs of King Solomon 23 – Proverbs 14: Proverbs of King Solomon 24 – Proverbs 15: Proverbs of King Solomon 25 – Proverbs 16: Proverbs of King Solomon 26 – Proverbs 19: Proverbs of King Solomon 27 – Proverbs 20: Proverbs of King Solomon 28 – Proverbs 23: Proverbs of King Solomon 29 – Proverbs 25: Proverbs of King Solomon 30 – Proverbs 26: Proverbs of King Solomon 31 – Proverbs 27: Proverbs of King Solomon MONTH 6 1 – Proverbs 28: Proverbs of King Solomon 2 – Proverbs 29: Proverbs of King Solomon 3 – Proverbs 30: Proverbs of King Solomon 4 – Proverbs 31: Proverbs of King Solomon 5 – 2 Chronicles 14: Asa is King of Judah 6 – 2 Chronicles 15: Asa's reform 7 – 2 Chronicles 16: Asa's last years 8 – 1 Kings 17: Elijah fed by ravens 9 – 1 Kings 18: Elijah and Obadiah 10 – 1 Kings 19: Elijah flees; God appears 11 – 1 Kings 21: Naboth's vineyard 12 – 2 Kings 1: God's judgment on Ahaziah 13 – 2 Kings 2: Elijah taken up to Heaven 14 – 2 Kings 6: Samaria under siege 15 – 2 Kings 7: Samaria's siege lifted 16 – 2 Kings 11: Athaliah and Joash 17 – 2 Kings 12: Joash repairs the Temple 18 – 2 Chronicles 24: Joash repairs Temple 19 – 2 Chronicles 25: Amaziah is King of Judah 20 – 2 Chronicles 26: Uzziah is King of Judah 21 – Joel 2: Call to rend your heart to God 22 – Jonah 1: Jonah flees from God 23 – Jonah 2: Jonah prays from whale's belly 24 – Jonah 3: Jonah goes to Ninevah 25 – Jonah 4: Jonah mad at God's compassion 26 – Amos 3: Prophecies of Amos 27 – Micah 1: Prophecies of Micah 28 – Micah 2: Prophecies of Micah 29 – Micah 6: God's mandate 30 – Isaiah 1: Prophecies of Isaiah MONTH 7 1 – Isaiah 2: Prophecies of Isaiah 2 – Isaiah 6: Prophecies of Isaiah 3 – Hosea 1: Prophecies of Hosea 4 – Hosea 2: Israel punished and restored 5 – Hosea 3: Hosea reconciles with his wife 6 – Hosea 4: Prophecies against Israel 7 – 2 Kings 17: Israel exiled because of sin 8 – 2 Kings 18: Hezekiah is King of Judah 9 – 2 Kings 19: Jerusalem's freedom foretold 10 – 2 Kings 20: Hezekiah's illness 11 – 2 Chronicles 29: Hezekiah purifies Temple 12 – 2 Chronicles 30: Passover celebration 13 – 2 Chronicles 31: Gifts for worship 14 – 2 Chronicles 32: Pride, success & death 15 – Isaiah 40: The greatness of God 16 – Isaiah 52: The Lord's coming salvation 17 – Isaiah 53: Christ's suffering for us 18 – Isaiah 54: God's compassion for His own 19 – Isaiah 55: Invitation to the thirsty 20 – 2 Kings 21: Manasseh's sin & its effects 21 – 2 Kings 22: Blessings for Josiah's life 22 – 2 Kings 23: Josiah follows God 23 – 2 Chronicles 33: Manasseh's repentance 24 – 2 Chronicles 34: Blessings for Josiah's life 25 – 2 Chronicles 35: Josiah follows God 26 – Nahum 1: God's revenge on His enemies 27 – Zephaniah 3: God is mighty to save! 28 – Jeremiah 1: The call of Jeremiah 29 – Jeremiah 2: Israel forsakes God 30 – Jeremiah 3: Israel's need for repentance 31 – Jeremiah 4: Effects of unrepentance MONTH 8 1 – Jeremiah 5: Israel's refusal to repent 2 – Habakkuk 1: Letting God be God 3 – Habakkuk 2: The righteous live by faith 4 – Habakkuk 3: Hinds' feet in high places 5 – Ezekial 1: The glory of the Lord 6 – Ezekial 2: Ezekial's call 7 – Ezekial 3: God's warning to Israel 8 – Ezekial 18: The soul who sins will die 9 – Ezekial 33: Ezekial is Israel's Watchman 10 – Lamentations 3: God's faithfulness 11 – Obadiah : God will shame His enemies 12 – Daniel 1: Daniel taken captive to Babylon 13 – Daniel 2: Daniel interprets King's dream 14 – Daniel 3: The fiery furnace 15 – Daniel 4: Daniel interprets King's dream 16 – Daniel 5: The handwriting on the wall 17 – Daniel 6: Daniel in the lion's den 18 – Ezra 3: Israel rebuilds altar and temple 19 – Ezra 6: The temple finished & dedicated 20 – Ezra 7: Ezra sent to teach the people 21 – Haggai 1: Ccommand to rebuild Temple 22 – Haggai 2: New temple when Jesusreturns 23 – Zechariah 1: A call to return to the Lord 24 – Zechariah 2: A man with measuring line 25 – Esther 1: Queen Vashti's refusal to obey 26 – Esther 2: Esther becomes Queen 27 – Esther 3: Haman's plot to destroy Jews 28 – Esther 4: Esther agrees to help the Jews 29 – Esther 7: Esther reveals Haman's plot 30 – Esther 8: Esther saves the Jews 31 – Nehemiah 1: Nehemiah's heartbroken prayer MONTH 9 1 – Nehemiah 2: Rebuilding Jerusalem's walls 2 – Nehemiah 4: Opposition to the rebuilding 3 – Nehemiah 6: Nehemiah won’t be distracted 4 – Malachi 1: The Lord's love for Israel 5 – Malachi 2: Israel's unfaithfulness rebuked 6 – Malachi 3: Jesus' coming foretold 7 – Malachi 4: The great day of the Lord 8 – Matthew 1: The genealogy of Jesus 9 – Matthew 2: The visit of the Magi 10 – Luke 1 : The birth of John the Baptist 11 – Luke 2 : The birth of Jesus 12 – John 1 : The Word became flesh 13 – Mark 1 : Jesus tempted; begins ministry 14 – John 3 : Jesus teaches Nicodemus 15 – John 4 : Jesus in Samaria & Galilee 16 – Luke 4 : Jesus tempted; begins ministry 17 – Luke 5 : Jesus calls His first disciples 18 – Luke 6 : Jesus heals and teaches 19 – Mark 2 : Jesus heals and teaches 20 – Mark 3 : Jesus heals and teaches 21 – Mark 4 : Jesus teaches in parables 22 – Matthew 5: Jesus' Sermon on the Mount 23 – Matthew 6: Jesus' Sermon on the Mount 24 – Matthew 7: Jesus' Sermon on the Mount 25 – Mark 10: Jesus teaches on divorce & wealth 26 – Luke 8 : Jesus teaches on a prepared heart 27 – Luke 9 : Jesus sends out the twelve 28 – Luke 10: Jesus sends out seventy–two 29 – Luke 11: Jesus teaches on prayer 30 – Luke 12: Jesus warns & encourages MONTH 10 1 – Matthew 14: Jesus feeds 5, 000 2 – Matthew 17: Jesus' transfiguration 3 – Matthew 18: Jesus teaches on greatness 4 – John 13: Lessons on humility 5 – John 14: Jesus is the way, truth & life 6 – John 15: Abiding in Chirst 7 – John 16: The work of the Holy Spirit 8 – John 17: Jesus' prayer for us 9 – Matthew 26: Betrayal & arrest of Jesus 10 – Matthew 27: Jesus' trial & crucifixion 11 – Matthew 28: Jesus' resurrection 12 – Mark 15: Jesus' trial & crucifixion 13 – Mark 16: Jesus' resurrection 14 – Luke 22: Jesus' last supper & betrayal 15 – Luke 23: Jesus' trial & crucifixion 16 – Luke 24: Jesus' resurrection 17 – John 19: Jesus' trial & crucifixion 18 – John 20: Jesus' resurrection 19 – John 21: The resurrected Christ appears 20 – Acts 1: The Holy Spirit promised 21 – Acts 2: Holy Spirit comes at Pentecost 22 – Acts 3: Peter becomes the spokesman 23 – Acts 4: Peter arrested & questioned 24 – Acts 8: Church persecuted & scattered 25 – Acts 9: Saul's conversion 26 – Acts 10: Holy Spirit falls on the Gentiles 27 – Acts 12: James killed & Peter imprisioned 28 – Acts 13: Barnabus & Saul – 1st missionaries 29 – Acts 14: Barnabus & Paul on Cyprus 30 – Galatians 3: Living by faith, not the law 31 – Galatians 4: Sons of God;co–heirs with Jesus MONTH 11 1 – Galatians 5: Life by the Spirit 2 – Galatians 6: Sowing & reaping 3 – James 1: Testing of faith 4 – James 2: Faith & deeds 5 – James 3: Taming the tongue 6 – James 4: Warning against worldliness 7 – Acts 15: The council at Jerusalem 8 – 1 Thessalonians 2: Paul in Thessalonica 9 – 1 Thessalonians 4: A life pleasing to God 10 – 2 Thessalonians 3: Warning for laziness 11 – 1 Corinthians 1: Unity in the church 12 – 1 Corinthians 2: Wisdom from the Spirit 13 – 1 Corinthians 12: One body, many parts 14 – 1 Corinthians 13: Love 15 – 1 Corinthians 15: The Resurrection 16 – 2 Corinthians 4: Treasure in jars of clay 17 – 2 Corinthians 5: Heaven 18 – 2 Corinthians 8: Generous giving 19 – 2 Corinthians 9: Sowing generously 20 – Romans 4: Justified by faith 21 – Romans 5: Death in Adam, life in Christ 22 – Romans 6: Dead to sin, alive in Christ 23 – Romans 7: Released from the law 24 – Romans 8: Life in the Spirit 25 – Romans 12: Our life as living sacrifices 26 – Philemon: Gospel's power to change lives 27 – Ephesians 4: Power to live the new life 28 – Ephesians 5: Imitate God; Relationships 29 – Ephesians 6: Relationships 30 – Colossians 1: The supremacy of Christ MONTH 12 1 – Colossians 3: Guidelines for holy living 2 – Philippians 2: Jesus' humility; shine like stars 3 – Philippians 4: Exhortations & thanksgiving 4 – 1 Peter 1: Call to salvation and holy living 5 – 1 Peter 4: Living for God 6 – 1 Peter 5: To elders and young men 7 – 1 Timothy 1: Warning abt false teachers 8 – 1 Timothy 2: Instructions on worship 9 – 1 Timothy 3: Qualifications for overseers 10 – Titus 2: Teach sound doctrine 11 – Jude: Sin & doom of godless men 12 – 2 Peter 1: God's grace for Godly living 13 – 2 Timothy 3: Paul's charge to Timothy 14 – 2 Timothy 4: Paul's charge to Timothy 15 – Hebrews 10: Christ's sacrifice once for all 16 – Hebrews 11: By faith 17 – Hebrews 12: Running the race 18 – Hebrews 13: Sacrifices pleasing to God 19 – 1 John 1: Walking in the light 20 – 1 John 2: Do not love the world 21 – 1 John 3: God's love & our love for others 22 – 2 John: Walking in truth and love 23 – 3 John: Walking in truth 24 – Revelation 1: Vision of the Son of Man 25 – Revelation 2: To the churches 26 – Revelation 3: To the churches 27 – Revelation 4: The throne in Heaven 28 – Revelation 19: Rejoicing in Heaven 29 – Revelation 20: 1000 years; Satan loses 30 – Revelation 21: The new Jerusalem 31 – Revelation 22: River of life; Jesus is coming! MEMORIZE Week 1 – Deuteronomy 6:5-7 – Love the Lord your God and Teach Them Diligently Week 2 – Psalm 63:1, 3-4 – Seek God’s face early and often and bless Him as long as you live Week 3 – Joshua 1:8-9 – Be strong, courageous, and obedient Week 4 – 2 Chronicles 7:14; Job 23:10 – Humble yourself and pray, God knows the way for you Week 5 – Psalm 19:14; Psalm 34:1 – Let the words of our mouth… be pleasing! Week 6 – I Samuel 12:24 – Serve God – just think what great things He has done! Week 7 – Romans 12:1–2 – Make our lives a living sacrifice Week 8 – Proverbs 1:7 –8 – The fear of the Lord is the beginning and God uses mom and dad Week 9 – 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, 17 – Through Christ we can be a new creation Week 10 – Ephesians 4:30–32 – As a new creation, we should change in our relationships Week 11 – Mark 10:43-45 – On mission in God’s Kingdom looks different than you may expect Week 12 – Isaiah 6:8 – Is your heart willing to be on mission? Week 13 – 2 Corinthians 5: 14-15 – It’s God’s love that motivates our mission Week 14 – Philippians 1:21; Galatians 2:20 – Christ lives in me Week 15 – Isaiah 53:5-6 – The Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all Week 16 – John 11:25-26 – I am the resurrection and the life Week 17 – Matthew 28:19-20 – Go ye therefore and make disciples Week 18 – Romans 10:13-14 – Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Week 19 – Jeremiah 33:3 – Call unto God, and He will answer Week 20 – Psalm 91:1-2 – Find your safety and refuge in the Lord our God Week 21 – Romans 12:9-11 – Part 1 of What does it look like to walk like a believer? Week 22 – Romans 12:12-14 – Part 2 of What does it look like to walk like a believer? Week 23 – Romans 12: 15-18 – Part 3 of What does it look like to walk like a believer? Week 24 – Luke 6:43-45 – How we act should be an overflow of what’s in our heart Week 25 – Colossians 1:10(-14) – Walk worthy Week 26 – James 1: 2-4 – Count it all joy when you face trials – God is working! Week 28 – James 1: 5-6 – Ask for wisdom that comes only from God Week 29 – Galatians 5:22-23 – Fruit of the Spirit Week 30 – Psalm 16:11 – In God’s presence is where we find fullness of joy Week 31 – I Peter 5:7-8 – Cast your cares on Jesus and resist the devil Week 32 – James 1:19-20 – Be quick to hear and slow to anger Week 33 – Psalm 37:3-4 – Delight yourself in the Lord... Week 34 – Jeremiah 29:11( -13) – God has great plans for His own. Seek Him! Week 35 – Matthew 6:19-21 – Lay up treasures in Heaven Week 36 – James 1:27 – Show God’s love to those who are most in need Week 37 – Ephesians 3:20-21 – God is able to do way more than we can ever imagine Week 38 – Psalm 3:3-6 – God is our Shield and the Lifter of our Head Week 39 – Philippians 4:8-9 – Think on these things Week 40 – Titus 2:11-12 – God’s grace brings salvation Week 41 – Philippians 2:3 – Count others more important than yourself Week 42 – Philippians 4:11-13 – I can do all things through Christ Week 43 – John 14:6 – Jesus is the Only Way Week 44 – I Peter 4:10 – Use our gifts to serve one another Week 45 – Hebrews 4:16 – With confidence draw near to the throne of God Week 46 –Colossians 3:16 – Let the Word of Christ dwell in you...with Thanksgiving! Week 47 – I Thessalonians 5:16-18 – Rejoice. Pray. Give Thanks Week 48 –Isaiah 7:14; 9:6 – Immanuel, God with us! Week 49 – Luke 1:31-32; Luke 2:10-11, 14 – Christ is Born! Week 50 – Galatians 4:4-5 – God sent His Son to be born and redeem us Week 51 –John 1:14; 2 Corinthians 9:15 – The Word became flesh. Thanks be to God! Week 52 – Philippians 2:9-11 – At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow Until next time the Elder.

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Dear Elder, we are in our most troubled time, that we have ever been in, . Can you give us places we can be comforted in God’s word? We need Him now. Stop and read this Joel 3:16 The Lord will be a refuge for his people Do you not know the Lord has told us all who bring ourselves to Him, that that new beginning comes with Him never leaving us on our own? The Bible teaches two truths simultaneously: (1) we have tremendous worth and value because of the image of God in us, and (2) we’re lowly sinners, undeserving of salvation, but in desperate need of God’s grace, and He says Hear it is, I have forgiven you.. Stand strong Zephaniah 3:17 He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing. Stand on the Promises of God! Brings all of us closer when the test of life comes knocking at our doors. The Promises of God are very real. Look at what we can read in John 1:12 To all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. John 10:28 I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. John 11:25-26 Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die." Who do you serve? John 12:26 My Father will honor the one who serves me. John 14:12 Anyone who has faith in me will do what I have been doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father John 14:23 If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him. John 3:18 Whoever believes in Jesus is not condemned. John 3:36 Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God's wrath remains on him. 1 Peter 1:3-5 In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade - kept in heaven for you who through faith are shielded by God's power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. Yes I am saying this because God has told us this, James 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. James 4:8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. We are not a God but still just human, but God tells us this, 2 Corinthians 1:10 He will deliver us. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to God...of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. . 2 Corinthians 9:8 God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all you need, you will abound in every good work. In our failures He say sometimes His mercy and forgiveness has to be good enough for us, we all need to understand this is God’s will for us here of earth where we are just Humans, read this very carefully *** “( 2 Corinthians 12:9 My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. . 2 Peter 1:3 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him. 2 Samuel 14:14 God does not take away life; instead, he devises ways so that a banished person may not remain estranged from him)” So do you understand this, 2 Timothy. 4:8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearance. 2 Timothy 1:12 I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him for that day. 2 Timothy 2:13 If we are faithless, he will remain faithful, for he cannot disown himself. Like it says, in Isaiah 1:18 Come now, let us reason together, ” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. His forgiveness is very real. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 The Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the Archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that we who are still alive and are left will be caught up with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. 2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. So we are told in Haggai 2:4 "Be strong, all you people of the land, " declares the Lord, "and work. For I am with you." God is already God and He does step up for His people, look at what He says here, 1 Thessalonians 4:3 It is God's will that you should be holy. 1 Thessalonians 3:3 The Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen and protect you from the evil one. 1 Peter 2:2-5 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good. As you come to him, the living Stone...you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. Hebrews 13:5 Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:6 The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Hebrews 6:10 God...will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them 1 Peter 2:9 You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. 1 Peter 3:11-12 He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their prayer. 1 Peter 3:12 The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their prayer. . 1 Peter 5:10 The God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. . 1 Peter 5:4 When the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade. Ezekiel 34:31 "You my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are people, and I am your God, " declares the Sovereign Lord." 36. Ezekiel 36:26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you. 37. Ezekiel 36:9 I am concerned for you and will look on you with favor. 38. Galatians 3:26 You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. Exodus 14:13 Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you. 30. Exodus 15:13 In your unfailing love you will lead the people you have redeemed. In your strength you will guide them to your holy dwelling. Ephesians 3:12 In Him and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. Ephesians 5:25-27 Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish. Ephesians 2:4-7, 10 Because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgression - it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus...For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do Ephesians 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace. Daniel 9:9 The Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him. Acts 10:43 Everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come! Keep this in mind, Hebrews 7:25 He is able to completely save those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them. Hebrews 9:28 Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many people; and he will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him. . Hosea 13:14 I will ransom them from the power of the grave; I will redeem them from death. . Hosea 6:3 Let us acknowledge the LORD; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth 1 Corinthians 15:51-52 We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed...the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. 1 Corinthians 3:8-9 The man who plants and the man who waters have one purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. For we are God's fellow workers. 1 Corinthians 4:3-5 I do not even judge myself...It is the Lord who judges me. Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men's hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God. 1 Corinthians 10:13 God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it. 1 Corinthians 6:11 You were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God. 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 2:23 Whoever acknowledges the Son has the Father also. . 1 John 3:2 We know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. 1 John 3:9 No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God's seed remains in him; he cannot go on sinning, because he has been born of God. 2 Corinthians 4:14 The one who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you in his presence. 1 John 5:11-12 God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life. Ephesians 2:14 He himself is our peace. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. Acts 1:11 This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven. Ephesians 5:8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light Even someone who helps you, God will look out for, Genesis 12:3 I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you. Stand strong, just as we are told, Hebrews 10:36 You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. Hebrews 12:10 God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in his holiness. 1 Samuel 2:8-9 He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap; he seats them with princes and has them inherit a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the Lord's; upon them he has set the world. He will guard the feet of his saints. 2 Corinthians 1:10 He will deliver us. 86. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to God...of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. 2 Corinthians 9:8 God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all you need, you will abound in every good work. James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father...who does not change like shifting shadows. Don’t be worrying about lost love one, who gave themself to Jesus as their Lord, because no matter what false teachers say God has told us this about them in the End of time, Read this when you are having days where you are not sure, John 5:25 The dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who hear will live. Remember who is saying this, John 6:35 I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. John 6:37-39 All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away. Love came for us all, your loved ones when where love is, and will return with Jesus at the end they have stepped into His love.. For I have come down from heaven not to do my will but to do the will of him who sent me. And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all that he has given me, but raise them up at the last day. John 6:40 Everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. John 6:47 He who believes has everlasting life. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 23:14 You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed. Leviticus 21:8 I the LORD am holy—I who make you holy. Let no one talk you into self holiness. Your Brother in the Lord, Elder Rev. Simon Kidd

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The Jesus we are preaching about is this One. Dear Brother and Elder, Rev. Simon Kidd, Owingsville Ky. We love the way you teach these things, we are a congregation in the back country of North Dakota. We are just a small town in North Dakota, but we love God, and love the fact that someone would say ITs all about Jesus. We are a non-denominational, congregational. We are a very small group, We open to you our lives, Our support, our Church is open to you at any time, come and teach us, when we read your post about the fact that Everything revolves around the fundamental truth that Jesus Christ is Lord and is worthy of all we are and have. We are committed to expository preaching the Word of God and building up the body of Christ. We read what you said about Ephesians 3:17-19, we have all had a vote and we take you into our care, into our prayer, and we would be honored to call you our Elder in Jesus our Lord. as we said we are small, somewhat a little over 117 people, All you have to do is say yes, we can fly you and the Kidd Family Ministry close to us, and a team will be waiting for you, we have the funds ready to do this, as their pastor, I will tell you they are praying, and I am also, that you do come soon to us. You may not remember me, but I was there in Bible College with you would you please send me a copy of that teaching you gave us about the Jesus of the bible, the one that made Dr. bangliler Praise the Lord and cry that day as to tell us all where to go read it for ourselves. We love the way you teach these things from the bible, what you call the five little things. 1. BIBLICAL AUTHORITY – “A BETTER WAY TO DO LIFE” The Bible is God’s Word, and it is our authority for life. If we will adjust our lives (submit) to what it says is true, right, and best, we will experience a better way to live. (John 1:14) 2. RELATIONAL INTIMACY – “GRACE AND TRUTH” No matter what you have done wrong or what has been done wrong to you, we believe that it is still possible to be reconnected back into an intimate relationship with God, made possible by grace through faith in Jesus alone. (Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 6, 8) 3. SPIRITUAL FORMATION – “LIVING A WITH GOD KIND OF LIFE.” God has made it so that living life with God and with one another involves implementing an intentional strategy to know the One, True God, eliminate any obstacles or negative, untrue responses that stand against God’s truth, and engage with God by serving God and our neighbor through our time, abilities and finances. (John 1:17) 4. EXCELLENT ENVIRONMENTS – “BUMP INTO JESUS” Using our spiritual gifts, talents, abilities, physical and financial resources, passions, and creativity, we believe that it is our role and responsibility to create excellent environments and eliminate any and all obstacles so that lost and broken people have the best opportunity to encounter (bump into) Jesus and begin a life-changing journey with Him. (Colossians 3:17) 5. RELATIONAL EVANGELISM – “COME AND SEE” what God can do for you. Dear brethren Hope you enjoy this post, it is going out on the Owingsville Ky Topix and to all the other posts we make around the country. Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky -859-274-2617- [email protected] What you are talking about is this, It’s all about Jesus. Because of what Jesus has done for us, we believe the most loving thing we can do for others is to go to them and invite them to come and see who Jesus is and what He has done for them. (Mark 2, Matthew 28) Jesus Christ who is the Good Shepherd (John 10:11) and the Great Shepherd (Hebrews 13:20). There is only one spiritual shepherd referred to in the New Testament and Jesus Christ is that One (John 10:16). All of us should stop and learn by reading about the Godhead. From The Godhead Down! When we read it for ourselves it does change our thinking. Read it for yourselves, read it from the bible, that there is only one true, living and eternal God and that the Godhead is revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. A. One True and Eternal God: Deuteronomy 6:4; 33:27; Jeremiah 10:10; Matthew 3:15-16; 28:19; Mark 12:29; John 14:9-11; I Thessalonians 1:9; Timothy 1:17; 2:5; 6:7; Hebrews 1:1-13; 3:12 B The Godhead: 1) God as Father: Genesis 1:1; Matthew 6:9; Ephesians 4:6 2) God as Son: Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 16:16; John 1:1; 3:14, 16; 14:28; I Corinthians 15:28; Hebrews 1:18 a) Virgin Birth of Jesus: Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 3) God as Holy Spirit: John 14:16, 26; Acts 1:5, 8; 2:1-4; Romans 8:16 There is but one true and living God, who is everlasting, infinite in power, wisdom and goodness; that He is the Creator of all things, visible and invisible, and Preserver of all things (Romans 1:20; Colossians 1:16). In the unity of this Godhead, there are three persons of one individual essence, who are co-equal, co-existent and co-eternal; namely, the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost (Matthew 3:16, 17; 28:18, 19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; John 1:1, 2, 18; 10:33; 14:26; 15:26; Philippians 2:6; Hebrews 9:14). The Son is the eternally begotten of the Father, and accepted earthly limitations for the purpose of incarnation, being true God and true man; conceived by the Holy Ghost and born of the Virgin Mary. He died upon the cross, the just for the unjust as a substitutionary sacrifice, and all who believe in Him are justified on the grounds of His shed blood. He arose from the dead according to the Scriptures. He is now at the right hand of the Majesty of High as our great High Priest, and He will return again to establish His Kingdom of righteousness and justice. The Holy Spirit is a Divine Person, Executive of the Godhead on earth, the Comforter sent by the Lord Jesus Christ to indwell, to guide and to teach the believer, and to convince the world of sin, of righteousness and of judgment (John 16:8). WThe Bible says one God who exists in 3 persons, God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. We believe that God’s desire has always been for all people to be connected to Him in an intimate relationship but sin created a barrier between us and God. A barrier that could only be removed by living a perfect, sin free life. A task that we could never accomplish. But God’s desire to be reconnected with His people caused Him to send us His one and only son Jesus Christ to die in our place. Jesus’ death and resurrection gave us all the opportunity to be reconnected with God if we will jut put our faith and trust in Jesus. The Jesus we are preaching and teaching about is this one, When we accept Christ, we accept the loving gift of a second chance — because of his death on the cross, we have a clean slate from the fall in the Garden,.! Read it, Man, His Fall, and Redemption Man is a created being, made in the likeness and the image of God, but through Adam’s transgression and fall, sin came into the world (Romans 5:12). "All have sinned and come short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). "As it is written, there is none righteous, no, not one" (Romans 3:10). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was manifested to undo the work of the devil, and gave His life and shed His blood to redeem and restore man to God (1 John 3:8). Jesus often pointed to the “beginning” (Genesis), the Law of Moses (first five books) and the prophets (Jeremiah through Malachi) to reveal God’s plan for mankind and clues to recognize the Savior. For the Jews of his time, understanding the Old Testament was key to discovering that Jesus is their promised Messiah. And if you have heard the Good News from the New Testament and received Jesus as your Savior, Old Testament prophecies and symbolism provide further proof and assurance that Jesus is the Christ, the son of the living God. In John 6:35, Jesus boldly states that he is the bread of life. Not only does he remove our sins, he nourishes our souls! *. The nations will be blessed through Abraham’s lineage what is the Prophecy: “I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you” (Genesis 12:3). What is the Fulfillment: “And you are heirs of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers. He said to Abraham, ‘Through your offspring all peoples on earth will be blessed.’ When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways” (Acts 3:25–26). *. God’s covenant with Isaac’s ancestors Prophecy: “Then God said, ‘Yes, but your wife Sarah will bear you a son, and you will call him Isaac. I will establish my covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him’” (Genesis 17:19). Fulfillment: “Nor because they are his descendants are they all Abraham’s children. On the contrary, ‘It is through Isaac that your offspring will be reckoned’” (Romans 9:7). *. The nations will be blessed through Jacob’s offspring Prophecy: “Your descendants will be like the dust of the earth, and you will spread out to the west and to the east, to the north and to the south. All peoples on earth will be blessed through you and your offspring” (Genesis 28:14). Fulfillment: Jacob is part of Jesus’ genealogy. “the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor” (Luke 3:34) * The scepter will come through Judah Prophecy: “The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet, until he to whom it belongs shall come and the obedience of the nations shall be his” (Genesis 49:10). Fulfillment: Judah is part of Jesus’ genealogy. “the son of Amminadab, the son of Ram, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah” (Luke 3:33) *. David’s offspring will have an eternal kingdom Prophecy: “When your days are over and you rest with your ancestors, I will raise up your offspring to succeed you, your own flesh and blood, and I will establish his kingdom. He is the one who will build a house for my Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever” (2 Samuel 7:12–13). Fulfillment: “This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah the son of David, the son of Abraham” (Matthew 1:1) * A virgin will give birth, and he will be called Immanuel (God with us) Prophecy: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14). Fulfillment: “The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God” (Luke 1:35). *. The Messiah will end up in Egypt Prophecy: “When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son” (Hosea 11:1). Fulfillment: “So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt, where he stayed until the death of Herod. And so was fulfilled what the Lord had said through the prophet: ‘Out of Egypt I called my son’” (Matthew 2:14–15). * The Christ will be born in Bethlehem Prophecy: “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.” (Micah 5:2). Fulfillment: “When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. ‘In Bethlehem in Judea, ’ they replied, ‘for this is what the prophet has written: “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’” (Matthew 2:4–6). Prophecies about Jesus’ ministry It was God’s plan that Jesus would have a profound ministry during his time on earth. This collection of prophecies focuses on particularly specific elements of Christ’s earthly ministry. * Christ’s ministry will destroy the devil’s work Prophecy: “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel” (Genesis 3:15). Fulfillment: “The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work” (1 John 3:8). * Jesus will have a sinless, blemish-free life and ministry Prophecy: “The animals you choose must be year-old males without defect, and you may take them from the sheep or the goats” (Exodus 12:5). Fulfillment: “How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God! ” (Hebrews 9:14) *The Messiah will be humbled in order to serve mankind Prophecy: “You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor. You made them rulers over the works of your hands; you put everything under their feet” (Psalm 8:5–6) Fulfillment: “It is not to angels that he has subjected the world to come, about which we are speaking. But there is a place where someone has testified: ‘What is mankind that you are mindful of them, a son of man that you care for him? You made them a little lower than the angels; you crowned them with glory and honor and put everything under their feet.’ “In putting everything under them, God left nothing that is not subject to them. Yet at present we do not see everything subject to them. But we do see Jesus, who was made lower than the angels for a little while, now crowned with glory and honor because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone” (Hebrews 2:5–9). *. Jesus would become the perfect sacrifice Prophecy: “Sacrifice and offering you did not desire— but my ears you have opened— burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not require. Then I said, “Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, my God; your law is within my heart” (Psalm 40:6–8). Fulfillment: “Therefore, when Christ came into the world, he said: ‘Sacrifice and offering you did not desire, but a body you prepared for me; with burnt offerings and sin offerings you were not pleased.’ “Then I said, ‘Here I am—it is written about me in the scroll— I have come to do your will, my God.’” “First he said, ‘Sacrifices and offerings, burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not desire, nor were you pleased with them’—though they were offered in accordance with the law. Then he said, ‘Here I am, I have come to do your will.’ He sets aside the first to establish the second. And by that will, we have been made holy through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all” (Hebrews 10:5–10). 13. Jesus would preach righteousness to Israel Prophecy: “I proclaim your saving acts in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, Lord, as you know” (Psalm 40:9). Fulfillment: “From that time on Jesus began to preach, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near’” (Matthew 4:17). *. Jesus would teach in parables Prophecy: “My people, hear my teaching; listen to the words of my mouth. I will open my mouth with a parable; I will utter hidden things, things from of old” (Psalm 78:1–2) Fulfillment: “Jesus spoke all these things to the crowd in parables; he did not say anything to them without using a parable. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: ‘I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter things hidden since the creation of the world’” (Matthew 13:34–35). * Christ’s parables would fall on deaf ears Prophecy: “He said, ‘Go and tell this people: “Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’ Make the heart of this people calloused; make their ears dull and close their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed”‘” (Isaiah 6:9–10). Fulfillment: “This is why I speak to them in parables: ‘Though seeing, they do not see; through hearing, they do not hear or understand. In them is fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah: ‘”You will be ever hearing but never understanding; you will be ever seeing but never perceiving. For this people’s heart has become calloused; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts and turn, and I would heal them”‘” (Matthew 13:13–15). * The Messiah would be a stone that causes people to stumble Prophecy: “He will be a holy place; for both Israel and Judah he will be a stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall. And for the people of Jerusalem he will be a trap and a snare” (Isaiah 8:14). Fulfillment: “Now to you who believe, this stone is precious. But to those who do not believe, ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone, ’ and, ‘A stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall.’ “They stumble because they disobey the message—which is also what they were destined for” (1 Peter 2:7–8). *. Christ’s ministry would begin in Galilee Prophecy: “Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the nations, by the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan— The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned” (Isaiah 9:1–2). Fulfillment: “When Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, he withdrew to Galilee. Leaving Nazareth, he went and lived in Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali—to fulfill what was said through the prophet Isaiah: ‘Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.’ “From that time on Jesus began to preach, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near’” (Matthew 4:12–17). * Jesus would draw the Gentiles to himself Prophecy: “On that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will rally to him, and his resting place will be glorious” (Isaiah 11:10). Fulfillment: “Many people, because they had heard that he had performed this sign, went out to meet him. So the Pharisees said to one another, ‘See, this is getting us nowhere. Look how the whole world has gone after him! ’ “Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the festival. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. ‘Sir, ’ they said, ‘we would like to see Jesus’” (John 12:18–21). *. Jesus would have a miraculous ministry Prophecy: “Then will the eyes of the blind be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped. Then will the lame leap like a deer, and the mute tongue shouts for joy. Water will gush forth in the wilderness and streams in the desert” (Isaiah 35:5–6). Fulfillment: “When John, who was in prison, heard about the deeds of the Messiah, he sent his disciples to ask him, ‘Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else? ’ “Jesus replied, ‘Go back and report to John what you hear and see: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, those who have leprosy are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is proclaimed to the poor. Blessed is anyone who does not stumble on account of me’” (Matthew 11:2–6). *. The Messiah would be preceded by a forerunner Prophecy: “A voice of one calling: ‘In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain’” (Isaiah 40:3–4). Fulfillment: “John replied in the words of Isaiah the prophet, ‘I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness, “Make straight the way for the Lord”‘” (John 1:23). *. Jesus will be a gentle redeemer of the Gentiles Prophecy: “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the nations. He will not shout or cry out, or raise his voice in the streets. A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. In faithfulness he will bring forth justice; he will not falter or be discouraged till he establishes justice on earth. In his teaching the islands will put their hope” (Isaiah 42:1–4). Fulfillment: “Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. A large crowd followed him, and he healed all who were ill. He warned them not to tell others about him. This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: ‘Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations. He will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear his voice in the streets. A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out, till he has brought justice through to victory. In his name the nations will put their hope.’” (Matthew 12:15–21). *. Jesus would be despised and rejected Prophecy: “He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem” (Isaiah 53:3). Fulfillment: “All the people in the synagogue were furious when they heard this. They got up, drove him out of the town, and took him to the brow of the hill on which the town was built, in order to throw him off the cliff” (Luke 4:28–29). *. Jesus will set the captives free Prophecy: “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners” (Isaiah 61:1) Fulfillment: “He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written: ‘The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.’ “Then he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fastened on him. He began by saying to them, ‘Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing’” (Luke 4:16–21). *. The Messiah will have a throne that is everlasting Prophecy: “In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into his presence. He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all nations and peoples of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed” (Daniel 7:13–14). Fulfillment: “You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end” (Luke 1:31–33). *. The Messiah will bring an end to sin Prophecy: “Seventy ‘sevens’ are decreed for your people and your holy city to finish transgression, to put an end to sin, to atone for wickedness, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy and to anoint the Most Holy Place” (Daniel 9:24). Fulfillment: “Know and understand this: From the time the word goes out to restore and rebuild Jerusalem until the Anointed One, the ruler, comes, there will be seven ‘sevens, ’ and sixty-two ‘sevens.’ It will be rebuilt with streets and a trench, but in times of trouble. After the sixty-two ‘sevens, ’ the Anointed One will be put to death and will have nothing. The people of the ruler who will come will destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end will come like a flood: War will continue until the end, and desolations have been decreed” (Daniel 9:25–26). “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen” (Galatians 1:3–5). *. Jerusalem will rejoice as the Messiah comes to her upon a donkey Prophecy: “Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey” (Zechariah 9:9). Fulfillment: “A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, ‘Hosanna to the Son of David! ’ ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! ’ ‘Hosanna in the highest heaven! ’ “When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, ‘Who is this? ’” (Matthew 21:8–10) *. He will be betrayed for 30 pieces of silver Prophecy: “I told them, ‘If you think it best, give me my pay; but if not, keep it.’ So they paid me thirty pieces of silver. “And the Lord said to me, ‘Throw it to the potter’—the handsome price at which they valued me! So I took the thirty pieces of silver and threw them to the potter at the house of the Lord” (Zechariah 11:12–13). Fulfillment: “The chief priests picked up the coins and said, ‘It is against the law to put this into the treasury, since it is blood money.’ So they decided to use the money to buy the potter’s field as a burial place for foreigners. That is why it has been called the Field of Blood to this day. Then what was spoken by Jeremiah the prophet was fulfilled: ‘They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on him by the people of Israel, and they used them to buy the potter’s field, as the Lord commanded me’” (Matthew 27:6–10). * Christ’s forerunner would come in the spirit of Elijah Prophecy: “See, I will send the prophet Elijah to you before that great and dreadful day of the Lord comes. He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents; or else I will come and strike the land with total destruction” (Malachi 4:5–6). Fulfillment: “This is the one about whom it is written: ‘I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.’ “Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subjected to violence, and violent people have been raiding it. For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John. And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. Whoever has ears, let them hear” (Matthew 11:10–15). Prophecies about Jesus’ death and resurrection The death and resurrection of Christ are the most significant events in human history. It’s no surprise that there would be plenty of Old Testament prophecies pointing to this remarkable event. *. Christ will be our Passover Lamb Prophecy: “Then Moses summoned all the elders of Israel and said to them, ‘Go at once and select the animals for your families and slaughter the Passover lamb. Take a bunch of hyssop, dip it into the blood in the basin and put some of the blood on the top and on both sides of the doorframe. ‘None of you shall go out of the door of your house until morning. When the Lord goes through the land to strike down the Egyptians, he will see the blood on the top and sides of the doorframe and will pass over that doorway, and he will not permit the destroyer to enter your houses and strike you down. ‘Obey these instructions as a lasting ordinance for you and your descendants. When you enter the land that the Lord will give you as he promised, observe this ceremony. And when your children ask you, “What does this ceremony mean to you? ” then tell them, ‘”t is the Passover sacrifice to the Lord, who passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt and spared our homes when he struck down the Egyptians.”‘ Then the people bowed down and worshiped” (Exodus 12:21–27). Fulfillment: “Get rid of the old yeast, so that you may be a new unleavened batch—as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed” (1 Corinthians 5:7). *. Like the Passover Lamb, none of the Christ’s bones will be broken Prophecy: “It must be eaten inside the house; take none of the meat outside the house. Do not break any of the bones” (Exodus 12:46). Fulfillment: “Now it was the day of Preparation, and the next day was to be a special Sabbath. Because the Jewish leaders did not want the bodies left on the crosses during the Sabbath, they asked Pilate to have the legs broken and the bodies taken down. The soldiers therefore came and broke the legs of the first man who had been crucified with Jesus, and then those of the other. But when they came to Jesus and found that he was already dead, they did not break his legs. Instead, one of the soldiers pierced Jesus’ side with a spear, bringing a sudden flow of blood and water. The man who saw it has given testimony, and his testimony is true. He knows that he tells the truth, and he testifies so that you also may believe. These things happened so that the scripture would be fulfilled: ‘Not one of his bones will be broken’” (John 19:31–36) *. The Messiah’s blood will be spilled for atonement Prophecy: “For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood that makes atonement for one’s life” (Leviticus 17:11). Fulfillment: “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28). *. Jesus will be lifted up, and everyone who looks on Him will live Prophecy: “So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, they lived” (Numbers 21:9). Fulfillment: “‘Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him.’ “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son” (John 3:14–18).* *. Christ’s resurrection prophesied Prophecy: “Oh, that my words were recorded, that they were written on a scroll, that they were inscribed with an iron tool on lead, or engraved in rock forever! I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see him with my own eyes—I, and not another. How my heart yearns within me! ” (Job 19:23–27) Fulfillment: “Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life. Very truly I tell you, a time is coming and has now come when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who hear will live. For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself. And he has given him authority to judge because he is the Son of Man. “Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned” (John 5:24–29). * The Messiah would be forsaken Prophecy: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from my cries of anguish? ” (Psalm 22:1) Fulfillment: “About three in the afternoon Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani? ’ (which means ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? ’)” (Matthew 27:46). * The Messiah would be scorned Prophecy: “‘He trusts in the Lord, ’ they say, ‘let the Lord rescue him. Let him deliver him, since he delights in him’” (Psalm 22:8). Fulfillment: “‘He saved others, ’ they said, ‘but he can’t save himself! He’s the king of Israel! Let him come down now from the cross, and we will believe in him. He trusts in God. Let God rescue him now if he wants him, for he said, “I am the Son of God”‘” (Matthew 27:42–43). .* The Messiah’s suffering would include thirst Prophecy: “My mouth is dried up like a potsherd, and my tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth; you lay me in the dust of death” (Psalm 22:15). Fulfillment: “Later, knowing that everything had now been finished, and so that Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, ‘I am thirsty’” (John 19:28). * They would pierce Christ’s hands and feet Prophecy: “Dogs surround me, a pack of villains encircles me; they pierce my hands and my feet” (Psalm 22:16). Fulfillment: “These things happened so that the scripture would be fulfilled: ‘Not one of his bones will be broken, ’ and, as another scripture says, ‘They will look on the one they have pierced’” (John 19:36–37). *They would cast lots for Jesus’ clothing Prophecy: “They divide my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment” (Psalm 22:18). Fulfillment: “When the soldiers crucified Jesus, they took his clothes, dividing them into four shares, one for each of them, with the undergarment remaining. This garment was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. ‘Let’s not tear it, ’ they said to one another. ‘Let’s decide by lot who will get it.’ “This happened that the scripture might be fulfilled that said, ‘They divided my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment.’ “So this is what the soldiers did” (John 19:23–24). *. The Messiah will cry, “Into your hands I commit my Spirit” Prophecy: “Into your hands I commit my spirit; deliver me, Lord, my faithful God” (Psalm 31:5). Fulfillment: “Jesus called out with a loud voice, ‘Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.’ When he had said this, he breathed his last” (Luke 23:46). *. Everyone will abandon the Messiah Prophecy: “Because of all my enemies, I am the utter contempt of my neighbors and an object of dread to my closest friends— those who see me on the street flee from me” (Psalm 31:11). Fulfillment: “Then everyone deserted him and fled” (Mark 14:50). . They will plot to kill God’s anointed Prophecy: “For I hear many whispering, ‘Terror on every side! ’ They conspire against me and plot to take my life” (Psalm 31:13). Fulfillment: “Early in the morning, all the chief priests and the elders of the people made their plans how to have Jesus executed” (Matthew 27:1). *. The Messiah will be quiet before his accusers Prophecy: “Those who want to kill me set their traps, those who would harm me talk of my ruin; all day long they scheme and lie. I am like the deaf, who cannot hear, like the mute, who cannot speak” (Psalm 38:12–13) Fulfillment: “When he was accused by the chief priests and the elders, he gave no answer. Then Pilate asked him, ‘Don’t you hear the testimony they are bringing against you? ’ But Jesus made no reply, not even to a single charge—to the great amazement of the governor” (Matthew 27:12–14). *. God’s anointed will not see decay Prophecy: “Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay. You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand” (Psalm 16:9–11). Fulfillment: “Seeing what was to come, he spoke of the resurrection of the Messiah, that he was not abandoned to the realm of the dead, nor did his body see decay” (Acts 2:31). .* The Messiah would be abandoned by those closest to him Prophecy: “Even my close friend, someone I trusted, one who shared my bread, has turned against me” (Psalm 41:9). Fulfillment: “I am not referring to all of you; I know those I have chosen. But this is to fulfill this passage of Scripture: ‘He who shared my bread has turned against me’” (John 13:18). . The Christ will ascend into the heavens to distribute gifts Prophecy: “When you ascended on high, you took many captives; you received gifts from people, even from the rebellious— that you, Lord God, might dwell there” (Psalm 68:18). Fulfillment: “But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it. This is why it says: ‘When he ascended on high, he took many captives and gave gifts to his people.’ “(What does ‘he ascended’ mean except that he also descended to the lower, earthly regions? He who descended is the very one who ascended higher than all the heavens, in order to fill the whole universe.) So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. “Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work” (Ephesians 4:7–16). ** The Christ’s thirst will be quenched with vinegar and gall Prophecy: “They put gall in my food and gave me vinegar for my thirst” (Psalm 69:21). Fulfillment: “There they offered Jesus wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, he refused to drink it” (Matthew 27:34). **. The Messiah’s resurrection predicted Prophecy: “I will not die but live, and will proclaim what the Lord has done. The Lord has chastened me severely, but he has not given me over to death” (Psalm 118:17–18). Fulfillment: “In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: “The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again”‘” (Luke 24:5–7). . The Messiah will conquer death Prophecy: “On this mountain he will destroy the shroud that enfolds all peoples, the sheet that covers all nations; he will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The Lord has spoken” (Isaiah 25:7–8). Fulfillment: “When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: ‘Death has been swallowed up in victory’” (1 Corinthians 15:54). **. The Messiah will be mocked and abused Prophecy:“‘I clothe the heavens with darkness and make a sackcloth with its covering.’ The Sovereign Lord has given me a well-instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being instructed. The Sovereign Lord has opened my ears; I have not been rebellious, I have not turned away. I offered my back to those who beat me, my cheeks to those who pulled out my beard; I did not hide my face from mocking and spitting” (Isaiah 50:3–6). Fulfillment “Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company of soldiers around him. They stripped him and put a scarlet robe on him, and then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on his head. They put a staff in his right hand. Then they knelt in front of him and mocked him. ‘Hail, king of the Jews! ’ they said. They spit on him, and took the staff and struck him on the head again and again. After they had mocked him, they took off the robe and put his own clothes on him. Then they led him away to crucify him” (Matthew 27:27–31). ***Prophecies about Jesus’ role in the church What kind of presence would Jesus have in his church? These prophecies consider how Jesus would rule and judge the world. ***. God will raise up a prophet like Moses Prophecy: “The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your fellow Israelites. You must listen to him. For this is what you asked of the Lord your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly when you said, ‘Let us not hear the voice of the Lord our God nor see this great fire anymore, or we will die’” (Deuteronomy 18:15–16). Fulfillment: “But do not think I will accuse you before the Father. Your accuser is Moses, on whom your hopes are set. If you believed Moses, you would believe me, for he wrote about me. But since you do not believe what he wrote, how are you going to believe what I say? ” (John 5:45–47) . God will raise up a faithful priest who does God’s will Prophecy: “I will raise up for myself a faithful priest, who will do according to what is in my heart and mind. I will firmly establish his priestly house, and they will minister before my anointed one always” (1 Samuel 2:35). Fulfillment: “For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people” (Hebrews 2:17). **. The Messiah will judge the world justly Prophecy: “The Lord reigns forever; He has established his throne for judgment. He rules the world in righteousness and judges the people with equity. The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you” (Psalm 9:7–10). Fulfillment: “For he has set a day when he will judge the world with justice by the man he has appointed. He has given proof of this to everyone by raising him from the dead” (Acts 17:31). The Messiah will have all authority over judgment Prophecy: “I will place on his shoulder the key to the house of David; what he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open” (Isaiah 22:22). Fulfillment: “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open” (Revelation 3:7). **. The Messiah will pour out his Spirit Prophecy: “For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants” (Isaiah 44:3) Fulfillment: “But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you” (John 16:7). . The Messiah will usher in a new covenant Prophecy: “‘The days are coming, ’ declares the Lord, ‘when I will make a new covenant with the people of Israel and with the people of Judah’” (Jeremiah 31:31). Fulfillment: “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28). The Jesus of the Bible. Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. your servant in the Lord.*** When we say We believe that the Bible is the divinely inspired Word of God, the only infallible rule of faith and practice. We believe in one God, eternally existent in three persons – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – one in essence and community. We believe in God the Father, the almighty Creator of heaven and earth. We believe that Jesus Christ our Lord is the Word made flesh – fully God and fully man. We believe he was conceived by the Holy Spirit, was born of the virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, was crucified, died and was buried, rose again on the third day, and ascended into heaven. The bible calls Him the Savior, and the only way to be saved, John 3:15-17, Acts 4:14. “For therefore we both labor and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe” (1 Timothy 4:10). 2. Redeemer “For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth” (Job 19:25). 3. Bread of Life “And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst” (John 6:35). 4. Lord “Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord” (John 21:7). 5. Creator “Have you not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no searching for his understanding” (Isaiah 40:28). 6. Son of the Living God “And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). 16. Head of the Church “Christ is the head of the church: and he is the savior of the body” (Ephesians 5:23). 17. The Almighty “But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding” (Job 32:8). 18. Alpha and Omega “I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty” (Revelation 1:8). 19. Master “But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren” (Matthew 23:8). 20. King of the Jews “And the soldiers plaited a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, and said, Hail, King of the Jews! and they smote him with their hands” (John 19:2–3). 21. High Priest “Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus” (Hebrews 3:1). 22. Prophet “And the multitude said, This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee” (Matthew 21:11). 23. Teacher “The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him” (John 3:2). 24. Immanuel “Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14). 25. Advocate “My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous” (1 John 2:1). 7. Only Begotten Son “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). 8. Beloved Son “And there came a voice out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him” (Luke 9:35). 9. Holy One of Israel “Let the counsel of the Holy One of Israel draw nigh and come, that we may know it” (Isaiah 5:19). 10–14. Wonderful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). 15. King of Kings “Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords” (1 Timothy 6:15). 26. Mediator “And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance” (Hebrews 9:15). 27. Judge “And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead” (Acts 10:42). 28. Chief Cornerstone “And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone” (Ephesians 2:20). 29. Author and Finisher of Our Faith “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2). 30. Lamb of God “The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world” (John 1:29). 31. Good Shepherd “I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep” (John 10:11). 32. The Shepherd and Bishop of Souls “For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls” (1 Peter 2:25). 33. The Word “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1). 34. Fountain of Living Waters “O Lord, the hope of Israel, all that forsake thee shall be ashamed, and they that depart from me shall be written in the earth, because they have forsaken the Lord, the fountain of living waters” (Jeremiah 17:13). 35. Rock “He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he” (Deuteronomy 32:4). 36. Messias “We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ” (John 1:41). 37. True Vine “I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman” (John 15:1). 38. Branch “Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth” (Jeremiah 23:5). 39. Bridegroom “He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled” (John 3:29). 40. Dayspring “Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace” (Luke 1:78–79). 41. Shiloh “The scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh comes; and unto him shall the gathering of the people be” (Genesis 49:10). 42. The Lion of the Tribe of Judah “And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to lose the seven seals thereof” (Revelations 5:5). 43. The Bright and Morning Star “I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star” (Revelations 22:16). 44. The Image of the Invisible God “In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins: Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature” (Colossians 1:14–15). 45. I Am “Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am” (John 8:58). 46. Son of Man “For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost” (Matthew 18:11). 47. Carpenter “Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary, the brother of James, and Joses, and of Judah, and Simon? And are not his sisters here with us? And they were offended at him” (Mark 6:3). 48. The Way, the Truth and the Life “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me” (John 14:6). 49. King of Israel “He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him” (Matthew 27:42). 50. Christ “And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). The Jesus of the Bible. Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. your servant in the Lord.***

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What is Revival? It is the restoration of spiritual vigor. Elder? Are we going to have a revival this year? We all need to stop and understand, Why Do We Need Revival? The downfall of humans has resulted in the need for revival. This has also triggered a desire to restore a relationship with God. Here we have listed a few reasons why we need revival. Each one of us who loves God should desire to see all People everywhere saved. There are people who are in spiritual apathy or backsliding. Who needs a way shown to them about how they can return to God. To these people, revival is the perfect way to deepen their faith and spiritual fervor. It is the time when individuals or different groups experience a greater awareness of God. Revival is associated with a call to repentance where the believers realize, acknowledge their sins, and turn away from them. Through revival, people can attain a renewed sense of the lord’s mercy. This will lead to collective transformation across all spheres of life. Through revival, one can revive and rekindle their faith in God. We can restore the passion within individuals and groups. Revival helps to restore the true love for God, His Word, prayer, and a desire to live and practice according to His holy teachings. Revival involves supernatural manifestations. It is associated with physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. The power and presence of God are evident during the revival and this leads to healing and restoration in life. Revival is seen as a catalyst for evangelism and the spreading of the Christian faith. Through revival, people experience the transformative power of God in their lives. They become effective witnesses and ambassadors for Christ. This leads to the growth and expansion of God’s kingdom. Revival can bring a positive change in the society. Revival has the power to shape the values, ethics, compassion, and morality of the people. These reasons reflect the belief that revival is a divine intervention, bringing about a restoration of faith, spiritual awakening, and transformative power that revives and renews individuals, communities, and society as a whole. It refers to the reawakening to the path of God’s love from a state of stagnancy. Through this revival, the believer will redevelop a love for God, start appreciating His holiness, have a passion for His Word, develop respect towards the Church, be aware of their sins, ingrain humility, and have the desire to repent for the sin. Through this, the believer will grow to become righteous. Often there are instances where we are under the charm of the world and fail to realize that everything is a facade. These situations push us away from God and force us to fall upon the wrong side. The wrong side consists of evils like tardiness, selfishness, envy, and lifelessness. Through revival, a believer comes out of the clutches of these evils and starts following the path of revival. It generally involves starting fresh without any traces of the past or past activities. It invokes a deeper truth about life and makes us shy away from the evils prevailing within us and in society. Revival has to have people who see the need for it, and want it to happen, It takes money so it has to have helpers, those who will spend a little money to help someone return to God, or find God, the best way for them to live. The Book of Acts in Chapter 20: 35 tells us that Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Living Word’s ministry is all about the joy and privilege of giving and sharing whatever “graces” we have received. God has made us understand that we have been blessed, undeserving as we are, to be a blessing to people, communities, cities, provinces, our nation, and other nations that God will allow us to connect with. We have come to understand in a deeper way that whatever we have received as a church is an unmerited favor and if God blesses us in whatever way, we want to be a conduit of God’s message and love to others, as a way of responding back to God’s lavishly expressed love and faithfulness towards us. When, We have been greatly humbled by what God has allowed us to do in spite of our lack, inadequacies, and even failures. The hand of God has providentially and miraculously multiplied the “two fish” and “five loaves” we have, and we have seen him move, over and above, our prayers and expectations. The saved people were never to let the devil stand in the way of helping some seek God. This is our way of being a blessing to others by sharing our preaching, songs given birth by God’s Spirit, as well as locations where you can reach us and be ministered to personally by us or by our churches. Kidd Family Ministry stands ready to Help. 859-274-2617. As we share these things, we desire only the glory of God and the extension of His kingdom. MAIN REASON WHY THERE IS NO REVIVAL (Ezra 9: 1 – 2) If we have a revival it should be like this, it should be a MESSAGE OF SALVATION OF CHRIST JESUS TO THE WORLD and to the saved people. We have a lofty desire to impact nations through the faithful preaching of Scripture’s whole counsel in the power of the Holy Spirit. Undergirding all our activities and ministries is a passion for God’s glory and the extension of His kingdom. Revival as Our mission is to uphold and cultivate a biblical and lofty view of God in the life and ministry of the church that will begin to have one, which includes contending for the purity of the gospel and the biblical faith, standing as the body to which ministers and leaders of member-churches, although autonomous, will be held morally and doctrinally accountable, equipping pastors and workers of churches outside our communion, planting churches where the Holy Spirit will direct, and spreading the message of salvation of Christ Jesus to the world at large. All these things shall we do by the grace of God for the glory of His name until the day of His coming for His church When we all return to where We are a family of churches, founded and built on the gospel of Jesus Christ. We have a lofty desire to impact nations through the faithful preaching of the whole counsel of Scripture in the power of the Holy Spirit. We will be bringing the understanding of the CONDITIONS NEEDED for REVIVAL to take place: This will happen. When we humble ourselves before God and fulﬁll these conditions, God might just graciously grant us a revival. We all should seek to bring GLORY to God, by enhancing the individual and corporate spiritual lives (passion and devotion in the disciplines of worship, prayer, study, meditation and application of God’s word) of its people through the faithful preaching and teaching of God’s word. It seeks to uphold the supremacy of Christ in the individual and corporate life of the church, thereby bringing about spiritual maturity and holiness for both. It likewise seeks to build the local church through discipleship to bring about ministry to the church based on loving relationships, having understood the concept of being part of Christ’s body and God’s household. As part of its commitment to discipleship, . Lastly, tue Revival seeks to fulfill the Great Commission in the establishment of churches here and abroad, by the preaching of the Gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit. All of these pursuits are to be sought in dependence and guidance on the power and wisdom of the Holy Spirit. Isaiah 57:-1-15 shows us some of those conditions And it will be said, “aBuild up, build up, prepare the way, Remove every obstacle out of the way of My people.” For thus says the high and exalted One Who lives forever, whose name is Holy, “ dwell on a high and holy place, And also with the contrite and lowly of spirit In order to revive the spirit of the lowly And to revive the heart of the contrite We need to return to where show what we believe as saved People: We all can teach by living this and showing people this, Jesus is truly God as taught by the Bible. Our faith is in one God, the Holy Trinity; who is God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Jesus Christ, though fully God, became fully human. We value Scriptures and its authority as our rule for faith, life and ministry. We value the duty of contending for the faith. We value the spiritual disciplines of the Christian life. We value the importance of mutual edification, accountability and submission. We value biblical unity in the Body of Christ. We value upholding and cultivating a biblical view of God in church life and ministry. We value the mandate of discipleship of the Lord Jesus Christ for the preservation and propagation of the pure Gospel in our country and to wherever God will guide us. We value the biblical standard for leadership. We value establishing vision and direction for leaders and the local church. We value the promotion of Christ-honoring family relationships. And as an Elder I always do everything to turn people to where they make the Choice God gave them to ***-- Confess: so God will forgive. The Bible is God’s word and teaches about our fall into sin, Jesus Christ, salvation, the church, civil government, and our Lord’s return. We cannot save ourselves because sin has affected every part of our nature. We cannot come to faith by ourselves. God takes the initiative, choosing us in Christ without consideration of any good in us, not even foreseen faith. God’s Spirit alone can work in us the miracle of saving faith that gives us new life in Christ. Our rescue from sin is a free and unearned gift of God through Jesus Christ. Our grateful response is living in faith and obedience to our Lord Do you care??? We need Him if we are ever going to recover a biblical sense of fear and awe. In Revelation 1:17, John fell on his face in the presence of God. He simply could not stand. More than a physical response, the bowing of our bodies reflects the yielding of our hearts to His rule in our lives. When God is present, our lives are reoriented around Him and not ourselves. We need Him if we are going to do real battle with sin in our lives. In Isaiah 6:1-5, the prophet had a life-defining encounter with the holy presence of God. The result was that he became intensely aware of his own sinfulness. Like raising the lights in a darkened room, God’s holiness will highlight all the impurities in our lives. Isaiah wanted to deal with the sin in his life and so will we! We need Him if our land is going to be healed. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, God says that if His people are repentant, then He will “heal their land.” Our land is suffering. Secularists are forecasting the loss of U.S. economic and military influence around the world. Earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, floods… from natural disasters to national debt, it seems clear our nation is in trouble. Those who are saved must pray and do whatever they can. The light is coming down through You, Not only has infertility doubled in the U.S. since 1992, the World Health Organization believes infertility will be the third most serious disease of the twenty-first century, following cancer and cardiovascular disorders. Is God getting our attention? This was similar to what the people of Israel were experiencing in the days of Haggai the prophet: “You have sown much, and bring in little; you eat, but do not have enough; you drink, but you are not filled with drink; you clothe yourselves, but no one is warm; and he who earns wages, earns wages to put into a bag with holes.” (Haggai 1:6) if we don’t turn to God who will. We need Him if we are going to love the world the way He does. In Luke 9:36-38, Jesus has compassion on the masses of people without God. He feels something that is visceral, engaging all the emotions in a desire to release others from spiritual darkness and disorientation. When He is present among us, our hearts will come into alignment with His heart. We need Him if we are going to answer the heart cry of our generation. All around us, people have questions about God. Who is He? What is He like? Can He forgive me? Can He help me? You have these answers, why not give them. They are interested in talking to someone who really knows God, but studies indicate that they are not looking to churches for those answers. So we need open doors, and open minds, and open hands. They are not moving away from an interest in God, as much as they are running away from the institutional church. Who wants to keep what God gave them away from others, God wants even that person, you do not even like. They have questions about God and a real hunger for spiritual reality, and they want those answers from people they know and trust. In the eyes of God, That is you. We need Him if we are going to recover the hearts of students and young adults. Everything changes when God comes among us! You remember this God sees you, and is saying He or She there. Let us pray that He will revive each of our hearts with Himself, transforming our nation as we are transformed as His people. Until next time The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Owingsville Ky.

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Elder, Give me some Answers. Question # 1—- What is Going to Hell all about.? Question #2,. When you say the Bible as God’s only Word, what are you saying? # 1 Answer—- The one who physically dies in his sins without Christ is hopelessly and eternally lost in the Lake of Fire, and therefore has no further opportunity of hearing the gospel or for repentance (Hebrews 9:27). The Lake of Fire is literal (Revelation 19:20). The terms "eternal" and "everlasting" used in describing the duration of the punishment of the damned (Matthew 25:41-46) in the lake of fire, carry the same thought and meaning of endless existence, as used in denoting the duration of joy and ecstasy of saints in the presence of God. #2 Answer—what we are always saying is this, The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the inspired Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16) presenting to us the complete revelation of His will for the salvation of men, and constituting the Divine and only rule of Christian faith and practice (2 Peter 1:21). That is we will say We believe that the Bible is the divinely inspired Word of God, the only infallible rule of faith and practice. Scripture teaches that the Canon (which means measuring stick), usually referred to as the Bible (first use by Luke 4:18) or Scripture (which means writings), is the Word of God (1 Thes. 2:13). Jesus, speaking to Jews, uses the term “Word of God” to mean the written Law of Moses (Matthew 15:6) but this was before the New Testament was written. When we say stand on the truth this is what we are saying All truth is vested with God, for God cannot lie (Titus 1:2; Heb 6:18), thus all His words, actions and purposes are true (Psalm 25:10; 2 Sam 7:28). On the other hand, the heart of all humans is deceitful and extremely (desperately) wicked (Jeremiah 17:9). Christ himself is Truth, being the “way the truth and the life” (John 14:6). The truth is found in the Bible (Psalm 139:16; Dan 10:21; John 10:35; Rev 5:1) noting the Bible does not contain all truth Thus when the Bible speaks of matters of science it is always absolutely truthful, but it does not set out all, or indeed, many of the great precepts of science. Truth is reality, and reality is truth; therefore all events either in the future or in the past must be interpreted by Truth: Jesus Christ. However, the Great Deceiver (Rev 12:9), Satan, attempts to cloud or distort the truth making a lie look like truth by sending evil men into the world, including into churches, to mislead many (Matt 24:5; see also 1 & 2 Timothy and 1 Peter etc). Pride appears to be the principal enemy of truth (Psalm 59:12; Prov 8:13), with Paul warning Timothy that novice elders (1 Tim 3:6) are likely to fall due to pride; falling into the same sin that condemned Satan (Ezek 28:15-19). The Bible is divinely and supernaturally inspired (2 Tim 3:16) and is complete (2 Peter 1:3) in that we need nothing more for life or salvation. The Bible covers all situations a human may find him- or her- self in and answers all relevant questions of the past and future. It however does not include all the words of God (e.g. John 20:30, 31), and indeed some have heard words or seen things which they were not allowed to add to the Canon (e.g. 2Co 12:4; Rev 10:4). The Canon holds the supreme place in the councils of God, whereby God honors his Word, above His name (Psalm 138:2). The Word of God is indestructible as testified by Peter who says: Having been born again, not of corruptible seed but incorruptible, through the word of God which lives and abides forever, because "all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of the grass. The grass withers, and its flower falls away, but the word of the lord endures forever." Now this is the Word which by the gospel was preached to you. (1 Peter 1:23-25) The Scriptures are a direct revelation of God; it is by these words we are able to rightly interpret any other revelation of God. Jesus states that hearing Scripture is more important than seeing a miracle (Luke 16:31); in that hearing the words of Moses would be more important (persuasive) than seeing someone rise from the dead – the Jews believed neither when these events occurred (Romans 3:3; Hebrews 3:19). It follows then that any interpretation of the Bible is by God, and therefore must be taken from the view-point of God – indeed it is the Holy Spirit who gives understanding (2 Peter 1:20, 21). The Bible contains the Truth and is inerrant; for God cannot lie (Titus 1:2; Heb 6:18) which means the promises, tenets and ordinances of Scripture cannot be broken (John 10:35). Prophecy in scripture is a direct revelation of God, either past, present or future: these were not private thoughts of the author (2 Peter 1:20). The purpose of the Bible is to bring the knowledge of the gospel to all people (Romans 10:15), and to equip a saved person to do the work of God (2 Tim 3:17; 2 Tim 2:21). Thus the Bible sets out the creation of man and his fall, along with the relationship between man and God, and the personhood of Yeshua – who is God who took on the form of Man. The amazing thing about the Bible is its consistency for although it was completed some 2000 years ago, and written over a period of 1500 years by approximately 40 authors in three languages not one part contradicts another. For instance, the doctrine and theology of the Pastoral Epistles is in accord exactly with that of the Law (Genesis – Deuteronomy). The reason for this is that the Scripture is God-breathed being authored by the Holy Spirit (2 Peter 2:20, 21). Any contradictions found are due to human’s inability to know the mind of God. The Holy Scripture is not a mystery – it was written by ordinary men – some fairly illiterate such as the fishermen Peter (Matt 4:18) and John (Matt 4:21), but some were prime or high ranking ministers such as Nehemiah (Nehemiah 1:11) and Daniel who were very well educated and understood world politics (Dan 1:17; also Dan 7 etc.). Other educated and higher experienced men included Moses and Paul. In every case, each portion of the Canon was written by these chosen men to ordinary people including you and I: sometimes Israel, sometimes the all nations and sometimes an individual such as Luke’s writings, or the letters to Timothy and Titus, and many cases to specific churches such as those at Ephesus, or Corinth. I find this enlightening – it was written for ordinary people to read - this Scripture was written to be easily understood. There are clearly figures of speech – in the same manner we used today, metaphors, allegories and other literary devices, but in each case interpretable by the reader. These must be viewed in the context they were written. The Bible, or Scriptures as it is known, is useful for doctrine (telling us what is right), for reproof or rebuking (telling us what is not right), for correction (telling us how to get it right) and for instruction of training (telling us how to stay right) (2 Tim 3:16). Its words are powerful and dynamic – likened to something living – indeed the writer to the Hebrews states that “the word of God is alive and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword...” (Heb 4:12). If one wants to know the true interpretation of scripture one needs to heed God himself in the same way David asked the Lord to teach him the ways of the Lord (Psalm 86:11). It is clearly apparent from the Psalms, at least, God will guide and counsel believers; He will instruct and teach the ways one should go (Psalm 32:8). In particular He will teach discernment between right and wrong (Isaiah 28:26). Wisdom is taught by God through His word - wisdom is the fear of the Lord (e.g. Proverbs 4, 7 and 8) and it is this facet of God that God himself will teach (Psalm 34:11). The Canon is the starting point, and of course, God will use life’s experiences to teach each believer. Don’t make Scripture say what it does not, or put another way, where Scripture stops, we must also stop. Therefore, start with the ordinary, usual and natural (most basic) literal sense first, ALWAYS IN CONTEXT, and if this makes no sense then apply the correct literary device – which is always indicated. This means the normal meaning of each word has its normal usage. Thus metaphors (i.e. figures of speech), need to be understood in their ordinary sense first, (e.g. the shepherd as a career of sheep) before its potential metaphoric use (in the case of shepherd; as Jesus Christ), is employed. And more importantly, the word ‘shepherd’ is only a metaphor in some contexts, and never alone (alone it is a noun). Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd 463 East High St Owingsville Ky. 859-274-2617 or Gmail - [email protected]

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Dear Elder? can you tell us the Difference between Protestant vs. Christian Orthodox vs. Roman Catholic From the Elder, Rev. Simon Kidd This is the strangest Request I have ever Received. But it's okay this is what all Elders do, for the People of God. We are there to help in any way we can. Question, Among the most provocative and enigmatic statements in the Bible is Romans 9:13: “As it is written, Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.” Such strong language naturally prompts questions … Let’s embark on a Christian exploration to understand this sentiment. Why Did God Hate Esau? (Religious Interpretations) The assertion that God “hated” Esau comes from a passage in the Bible, specifically from the book of Malachi and Paul’s letter to the Romans. In Malachi 1:2-3, it states: “I have loved you, ” says the LORD. “But you ask, ‘How have you loved us? ’ Was not Esau Jacob’s brother? ” declares the LORD. “Yet I have loved Jacob, but Esau I have hated, and I have turned his hill country into a wasteland and left his inheritance to the desert jackals.” Paul refers to this passage in Romans 9:13: “Just as it is written: ‘Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.'” Can you answer this Question Luke 15:11-24 the True Meaning? The verses in Luke 15:11-24 tell the parable of the prodigal son, a story that Jesus shared with his disciples. The parable illustrates the depth of God’s unconditional love and forgiveness, and the joy and celebration that take place in heaven when a sinner repents and returns to the Father. The story serves as a reminder that no matter how far we have strayed or how deeply we have sinned, God is always ready to welcome us back with open arms. In Luke 15:11-24, we encounter the powerful parable of the prodigal son, a narrative that speaks to the depths of God’s mercy and the beauty of repentance. It begins with a young man who demands his inheritance from his father, essentially wishing his father were dead. This act is not just a request for money; it’s a rejection of family, responsibility, and honor. We see the depth of the son’s selfishness and disrespect, choosing immediate gratification over relational fidelity. As we journey through this parable, we’re struck by the father’s response. Despite the son’s hurtful actions, the father doesn’t retaliate or condemn. Instead, he grants the request, allowing his son to learn through experience, knowing that true growth often comes from mistakes. This mirrors God’s patient and loving nature towards us, granting us free will even when we may choose poorly. The prodigal son’s journey into a distant country represents our own wanderings away from God. We seek fulfillment in temporary pleasures, only to find ourselves empty and broken. Yet, even in our waywardness, God’s love never wavers. He waits patiently for our return, ready to embrace us with open arms. This echoes the sentiment found in Psalm 103:8-12, where it speaks of God’s compassion and forgiveness. Christianity, a faith founded on the teachings of Jesus Christ, has grown and evolved over the millennia, branching out into various denominations that each bring unique traditions, doctrines, and practices. At the heart of these traditions are the Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic denominations. Each holds a significant place in the tapestry of Christian faith. I always say if God saved a person they are My Brothers and Sisters. As Christians, it’s important to appreciate these distinct traditions while recognizing the shared faith that binds us all. Can you answer this, Question -What Can We Learn from Esau’s Life? Esau’s story is not just an ancient tale; it’s a lesson for all of us. His impulsive decision to sell his birthright is a stark reminder of the dangers of prioritizing immediate gratification over long-term blessings (Hebrews 12:16). His decision to marry outside his faith demonstrates the complications that can arise from forming alliances without considering God’s direction. However, Esau’s life wasn’t one of complete estrangement from God. He too was blessed with wealth and prosperity (Genesis 33:9). Furthermore, his eventual reconciliation with Jacob (Genesis 33:4) showcases the themes of repentance, forgiveness, and redemption. As Christians, we understand that God operates on a plane of knowledge and wisdom we can scarcely fathom. His choices, while sometimes puzzling to us, always serve a divine purpose. It’s also noteworthy to consider the symbolic nature of these characters. Esau, representing the flesh or human will, contrasts with Jacob, who, though flawed, represents God’s grace and promises. Esau’s impulsivity and choices led him away from divine destiny, whereas Jacob, even through deceit and trickery, was molded by God into Israel, the father of twelve tribes. Can you answer what God is saying in The book of Obadiah? This focuses on the judgment of the nation of Edom, which descended from Esau. This verse speaks of God’s intention to bring destruction upon the wise men of Edom and remove understanding from Mount Esau. It serves as a reminder that no human wisdom or earthly power can stand against the ultimate judgment and authority of God. Malachi 1:3 “but Esau I have hated. I have laid waste to his hill country and left his heritage to jackals of the desert.” Historical Background: How Did These Denominations Emerge? Origins of Christianity The dawn of Christianity can be traced back to the ministry of Jesus in the early 1st century CE. Followers of Jesus, initially a sect within Judaism, spread His teachings, leading to the establishment of Christian communities across the Roman Empire. The Acts of the Apostles in the New Testament provides a vivid account of this early expansion. The Great Schism is how the elders of the church begin to talk about this time. The unity of the early Christian church began showing fissures as theological, cultural, and political differences emerged. By 1054, these differences culminated in the Great Schism, formally splitting Christianity into the Eastern (Orthodox) and Western (Catholic) churches. Two main issues were the role of the Pope and the insertion of the “Filioque” clause into the Nicene Creed by the Western Church. What about The Protestant Reformation??? Fast forward to the 16th century, Europe saw a seismic religious shift called the Protestant Reformation. Led by figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin, the Reformation was a response to perceived theological errors and abuses in the Roman Catholic Church. This movement led to the establishment of Protestant churches that rejected the papal authority and certain Catholic doctrines. Can you answer this? Who Is The Founder Of Christianity? (The Origin of Christianity)? What are the Theological Differences between Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic? Differences in theology form the bedrock of distinctions among the three traditions. While all rooted in the teachings of Jesus, interpretations have varied over centuries. A. How Do the Denominations View Scripture and Tradition? Roman Catholic Perspective For Catholics, both the Bible and Sacred Tradition hold immense value. The Second Vatican Council articulates this, stating both “flow from the same divine wellspring” Thus, understanding the scripture is deeply intertwined with the traditions passed down through the Church’s Magisterium. Christian Orthodox Perspective In Orthodoxy, Holy Tradition encompasses everything the Church does. The Scripture, as a significant part of this Tradition, is like a jewel set within it. The Orthodox believe that the Holy Spirit guides the Church, ensuring the preservation of true faith and practice. Protestant Perspective The principle of Sola Scriptura—or “Scripture Alone”—is fundamental to many Protestant denominations. They believe that all necessary truths for salvation and living a Christian life are found in the Bible. B. What Is the Nature of the Church According to Each Denomination? And what do you teach that it should be? My answer is what we already do and that is to reach a hand of fellowship to all blood washed people of God. Our Brothers, and Sisters who live and follow after the Roman Catholic Perspective live this way. Central to Catholic ecclesiology is the Papacy. Catholics believe the Pope, as the Bishop of Rome, holds a special place as the successor of St. Peter and is the Vicar of Christ on earth. The Vatican acts as the central administrative body. So does the Christian Orthodox Perspective live this way. Orthodoxy operates with a collegiality of bishops. Each bishop governs his diocese as Christ’s representative, but none claim supremacy over others. There are several autocephalous or “self-headed” churches in Orthodoxy, each culturally and historically distinct but theologically united. The Protestant Perspective lives like this. Church governance among Protestants can vary widely. However, a common thread is the autonomy of local churches or congregations. Some denominations may have governing bodies, but the emphasis often leans towards a direct relationship between the congregation and God. Can you also answer this, What are the Liturgical and Worship Practice Differences between Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic? The way believers worship and the rituals they follow offer a deep insight into their beliefs and traditions. Question is: How Do Catholics Understand Sacraments? For the Roman Catholic Church, sacraments are outward signs of inward grace, instituted by Christ to sanctify us. There are seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. The Eucharist holds a central place, with Catholics believing in the Real Presence of Christ in the consecrated bread and wine. Question is, How Do the Orthodox Approach the Mysteries? For the Christian Orthodox, sacraments are termed “Mysteries, ” reflecting the belief that God’s workings are beyond human understanding. Like Catholics, they recognize seven Mysteries, but there are variations in practice and emphasis. For instance, Chrismation (akin to Confirmation) occurs immediately after Baptism. The Eucharist is central, and they share the belief in the Real Presence. C. What Is the Protestant Take on Sacraments? Protestant views on sacraments vary widely. Most recognize at least two: Baptism and Communion. Some see them as ordinances—actions commanded by Christ—rather than sacraments. The understanding of the Eucharist varies, with many viewing it as symbolic. How does the Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic view Salvation and Grace? A. What Do Catholics Believe About Salvation? Roman Catholics believe salvation is a process initiated by God’s grace. While faith in Christ is foundational, human cooperation through good works and sacraments is essential. The Church plays a pivotal role, administering God’s grace through sacraments. B. How Do the Orthodox View Theosis? The Orthodox understanding centers on “Theosis” or “deification.” Salvation is seen as union with God, where humans participate in the divine nature. While Christ’s sacrifice redeems humanity, personal transformation is integral. The Mysteries, especially the Eucharist, facilitate this union. C. How Do Protestants Embrace Faith Alone? For many Protestant denominations, the principle of Sola Fide or “Faith Alone” is central. They believe that faith in Christ is the sole means of salvation. Good works are seen as the fruit of faith, not contributing to salvation but demonstrating genuine faith. How do the Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic Venerate or Reverence Mary and Saints? A. How Do Catholics Venerate Mary? For Roman Catholics, Mary is highly venerated as the Mother of God and the new Eve. They believe in doctrines like the Immaculate Conception (her sinless nature) and the Assumption (her bodily assumption into Heaven). This word we can’t seem to understand, so can you answer this question, What Is the Orthodox Perspective on the word Theotokos? Orthodox Christians venerate Mary as the Theotokos or “God-bearer.” While they share many Marian doctrines with Catholics, there are differences in understanding and emphasis. They also venerate icons, seeing them as windows to the divine. Do Protestants Revere Mary? Protestants respect Mary as the mother of Jesus. However, they generally don’t adhere to specific Marian doctrines like the Immaculate Conception. The role of saints is more subdued, often seen as exemplars of faith rather than intercessors. What are the Structural and Administrative Differences between Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic? While all these traditions are rooted in the teachings of Jesus, their administrative structures differ widely, influenced by centuries of history, theological distinctions, and geopolitical events. A. Christian Orthodox Autocephalous (Self-governing) National Churches Orthodox Christianity isn’t a monolithic entity but a communion of autocephalous (self-governing) churches. These churches are in communion with each other, recognizing each other’s sacraments, yet they’re administratively independent. For example, the Greek Orthodox Church, Russian Orthodox Church, and Serbian Orthodox Church all operate autonomously. Role of the Patriarch While there’s no single leader equivalent to the Pope in Catholicism, many Orthodox churches have their own Patriarchs. The Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople (currently in Istanbul, Turkey) holds the title “first among equals”, signifying a place of honor but not of administrative control over other Orthodox churches. B. Roman Catholic Central Authority of the Pope The Pope, as the Bishop of Rome, holds a unique position in the Catholic Church. Residing in the Vatican City, the Pope serves not only as a spiritual leader but also as an administrative head, with direct authority over the worldwide Church. Structure of the Global Church Hierarchy is a hallmark of the Catholic Church. Beneath the Pope are cardinals, archbishops, bishops, priests, and deacons, each having specific roles and jurisdictions. The Church is organized into dioceses, each overseen by a bishop. C. Protestant Varied Structures Protestantism’s structure is as diverse as its doctrines. Some denominations, like the Presbyterians, have a structured hierarchy. Others, like many Baptist churches, operate more independently. The congregation often has a significant voice in many Protestant traditions. Local Autonomy Especially among Baptists and similar denominations, local church autonomy is emphasized. While they may associate with larger conventions or associations, decisions, especially doctrinal or administrative ones, are often made at the local church level. What are the Social and Cultural Impacts of Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic? Christianity’s three major branches have left indelible marks on society and culture wherever they’ve flourished. A. Christian Orthodox With its deep roots in the Byzantine Empire, Orthodox Christianity has profoundly influenced the arts, especially iconography. It has also played crucial roles in the national identities of countries like Greece, Russia, and Serbia. B. Roman Catholic Catholicism’s impact on Western civilization cannot be overstated. From the Renaissance art sponsored by the Church to Catholic missionaries’ role in global exploration, to its influence on higher education (with many universities, including the University of Paris and the University of Oxford, having Catholic origins), its contributions are vast and varied. C. Protestant The Protestant Reformation indirectly spurred numerous societal changes. The emphasis on personal Bible reading boosted literacy rates and led to translations of the Bible into vernacular languages. Furthermore, the Protestant work ethic has been credited as a factor in the rise of modern capitalism. What are the Shared Beliefs and Commonalities between Protestant, Christian Orthodox, and Roman Catholic? Despite their differences, these traditions share core tenets that form the heart of Christian faith. The Nicene Creed All three traditions recognize the Nicene Creed, a statement of faith dating back to the 4th century. It affirms the Trinity, the divinity of Jesus, and the basic tenets of Christian belief. The Central Role of the Bible All these branches revere the Bible as God’s inspired word. While there might be disagreements on certain books (the Deuterocanonical books accepted by Catholics and Orthodox but not by most Protestants), the New Testament’s 27 books are universally accepted. The Importance of Sacraments or Mysteries Baptism and the Eucharist (or Lord’s Supper) are universally celebrated, albeit with different understandings and practices. Christianity, in all its richness and diversity, is a tapestry of beliefs, practices, and traditions. Protestantism, Orthodoxy, and Catholicism, each in its unique way, seeks to embody and express the teachings of Jesus Christ. As Christians, it’s essential to respect and appreciate each tradition’s beauty, even as we hold to our personal convictions. After all, in the words of the Apostle Paul, “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all” (Ephesians 4:4-6). Who Is The Founder Of Christianity? (The Origin of Christianity) Christianity stands as one of the world’s major religions, with billions of believers across continents. Its history, origins, and teachings have shaped civilizations, crafted cultures, and provided spiritual guidance to many. But where did it all begin? Who founded this faith that changed the course of human history? Who Is The Founder Of Christianity? Christianity originates from the teachings, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God and the savior of humanity as recorded in Matthew 4:1-17. So, if one were to name a “founder” of Christianity, it would be Jesus Christ himself. The word “Christian” literally means “follower of Christ.” The teachings of Jesus, as recorded in the New Testament of the Bible, emphasize love, forgiveness, repentance, and faith. After his crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus’ disciples and early followers spread his teachings throughout the Roman Empire and beyond. The Apostle Paul, formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, played a particularly significant role in the spread of Christian teachings among the Gentiles (non-Jews). He established several churches in Asia Minor and Europe and wrote many letters (which are now a part of the New Testament) elucidating the beliefs and practices of the Christian faith. The early Christians often faced persecution, but their faith and community continued to grow. The turning point for Christianity came in the early 4th century when Emperor Constantine the Great converted to Christianity and made it a legal religion within the Roman Empire. The establishment of Christianity as a prominent religion led to the formation of various theological traditions and denominations over the centuries, but all centered on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Until Next time The Elder.Rev. Simon Kidd Hope you find a Local Church people you can be a part of. Your servant in the Lord

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A message from the Hill Country of Texas to the Elder of Owingsville Ky. Elder, can you give us a better understanding of what God says He will do when we are living with sickness? We want to Ordain, some men, can you help us? Does God say He will help us when we are sick in our day and time now? Answer is Yes, God Restores Health anointing with the oil is God’s way. Understand that the anointing oil is simply a channel for believers today to release their faith in the finished work of Christ. As such, there is no need to obtain any special oil. Normal olive oil can become anointing oil once it has been consecrated, or prayed over and set apart You need to read this! In this case, Scripture directly addresses whether we should anoint the sick with oil. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. (James 5:14–15). He is not making anyone do this, he is saying this is what He has provided for us. Read this for yourselves, Here are a few things on which I have focused and taught as we gather to pray for this sick person who has requested prayer. This could be considered a biblical theology and my pastoral practice of praying over the sick and anointing with oil. Many refuse what God has given to us all. So you need to know before we come to your congregation, that When I have led such a time of prayer, I have used olive oil, which is used for anointing in the Scriptures (with various meanings). I have stated this is to note a setting apart to the Lord of this person in a unique and special way by the church, to be ordained, I am honored to be a represented as one of, the called “elders of the church, ” similar to the way anointing with oil had been used throughout the Scriptures. This oil is not intended to be for medicinal purposes. In some ways this “prayer of faith the one who is sick” also, is an intensive form of intercessory prayer by the leaders of the church. The fact that this is done “in the name of the Lord” reflects that this is done under his Lordship, sovereignty and providence. We also remember that he is our Father and we approach him as such, being assured that he desires good things for his children, according to his good, wise, sovereign and loving plan (Matt. 7:9-11). He is good and his ways are good (Ps. 119:68). However, our gathering in prayer for healing is also a statement against sin, the effects of sin, and the results manifested in this fallen world (Rom. 8:18-25; 2 Cor. 4:16-18). Jesus wept at Lazarus’ grave because of the ravages of sin (Jn. 1l, v. 35), which he came to overcome (1 Jn. 3:5, 8).“To clasp the hands in prayer is the beginning of an uprising against the disorder of the world.” I also recommend Knee-Mails. Taking who and what we are to God through Prayer. We will be standing in the gap for you until we get there, We together pray “thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven” (Matt. 6:10). We recognize this is not only a prayer against this fallen world, redeemed-not-yet-glorified, it is also a statement against the enemy who comes to kill, steal and destroy (Jn. 10:10). But he has been defeated (Col. 2:15). It is also a prayer for God’s rule and reign to be extended through his grace and mercy, establishing peace with him and shalom, which affects our whole existence. As we pray for God’s kingdom to come, we remember that in the coming of Jesus, who ushers in the kingdom, it is both now and not-yet, present and future (Mk. 1:14-15). God’s kingdom is evidenced by healing some now, and will be marked by healing for all in the kingdom-to-come. We know God and his truth as revealed in the Bible. But often in these instances we doubt. In addition to praying in faith for God to touch and heal, we also need to confess our sin of doubt and skepticism (Mk. 9:24). Although we do not conclude as so unbelievers do that the kingdom is all here, and neither do we claim that if one is not healed they did not have sufficient faith, ever time one gets sick it is not necessary a sin that caused it, We often doubt God and do not expect God to respond as our Father and our God, who is faithful (1 Cor. 1:9). Whatever is going on may have happen a years and years ago, We pray “the prayer of faith” which means we trust God to be faithful, and we also trust God’s providence. We pray for healing, here and now, and we do so in and by faith. Because God is our Father, we pray expectantly but not presumptively (Matt. 7:7-11). And yet we also pray in and by faith trusting in our Father to do what is for our good and his glory, i.e. we pray in and by faith, for faith to receive what he lovingly allows. In other words, those who have been made righteous by faith, those are the ones who live by faith (Rom. 1:16-17). As we pray for healing, we also ask God the Holy Spirit to hear and interpret our groans (Rom.8:26-39), since he is our earthly intercessor and he intercedes on our behalf to our heavenly intercessor, the Lord Jesus Christ (Heb. 7:25), who is our advocate before the Father (1 Jn. 2:1). We thank God our Father that he loves, that he hears and we ask that he will heal now, knowing it will only be temporary since we will all die. (For example, Lazarus physically died and was raised from death to live again. And yet, he also physically died again and now awaits his resurrected and glorified body. ) And we thank him that for those who live by faith he will heal ultimately. We recognize an eschatological reality to this prayer, and while we ask that that end-time reality might be brought back in time to the present in this healing, we ultimately trust in faith that God will heal. A prayer of faith does not mean God will necessarily give us what we want. Rather, we pray we will want what he gives, which graciously comes from our loving Father. We pray against the evils of sin, the kingdom of this world, and we pray for God’s kingdom to come. This is one of the most acute ways in pastoral ministry which manifests the tension of the now and the not-yet. What is your understanding and practice of praying over the sick and anointing with oil? We are telling you to read this before we get there from Owingsville Ky, to the hill country of Texas is a long way. Make read your minds, and read what He says He God has for us all just for the asking. God has a lot to say about how we humans should do as He says, and not as we think is good for the fleshly desires. Self-care is our responsibly, He is saying stand still for a reason., Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! " Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." Mark 6:31 "And he said to them, 'Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.' For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat." Mental and Emotional Health Proverbs 12:25 "Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad." Proverbs 13:12 "Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life." Proverbs 14:30 "A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot." Philippians 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." The thing is most humans are not willing to follow What God has said about eating great food, Healthy Living is told to us in the Bible. Psalm 104:14 “He makes grass grow for the cattle, and plants for people to cultivate— bringing forth food from the earth: wine that gladdens human hearts, oil to make their faces shine, and bread that sustains their hearts.” Proverbs 3:7-8 "Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. It will heal your flesh and refresh your bones." Proverbs 17:22 “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” Proverbs 20:1 “Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.” Proverbs 40:20-22 “My son, be attentive to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. Let them not escape from your sight; keep them within your heart. For they are life to those who find them, and healing to all their flesh.” Daniel 1:12-16 “Please test your servants for ten days: Give us nothing but vegetables to eat and water to drink. Then compare our appearance with that of the young men who eat the royal food, and treat your servants in accordance with what you see.' So he agreed to this and tested them for ten days. At the end of the ten days they looked healthier and better nourished than any of the young men who ate the royal food.” 1 Corinthians 3:17 "If anyone destroys God's temple, God will destroy him. For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple." 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 "Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body." 1 Corinthians 10:31 "So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God." Ephesians 5:18 "And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit." 1 Timothy 4:4-5 "For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, for it is made holy by the word of God and prayer." 1 Timothy 4:8 "For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come." Paul said in 1 Timothy 5:23 for him, too “No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.” God has said this, Jeremiah 30:17 "For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord, because they have called you an outcast: ‘It is Zion, for whom no one cares! ’" Jeremiah 33:6 "Behold, I will bring to it health and healing, and I will heal them and reveal to them an abundance of prosperity and security." 3 John 1:2 "Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul." Exodus 15:26 “If you will diligently listen to the voice of the Lord your God, and do that which is right in his eyes, and give ear to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you that I put on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, your healer.” Psalm 73:26 “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 103:2-4 “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy.” Psalm 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Spiritual and Physical Health Exodus 23:25 "You shall serve the Lord your God, and he will bless your bread and your water, and I will take sickness away from you." Proverbs 4:20-22 "My son, be attentive to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. Let them not escape from your sight; keep them within your heart. For they are life to those who find them, and healing to all their flesh." Proverbs 16:24 "Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body." Isaiah 53:5 "But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 58:11 "And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail." Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law." 1 Peter 2:24 "He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed." Community Health Isaiah 58:6-8 "Is not this the fast that I choose: to lose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh? Then shall your light break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up speedily; your righteousness shall go before you; the glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard." Jeremiah 29:5-7 "Build houses and live in them; plant gardens and eat their produce. Take wives and have sons and daughters; take wives for your sons, and give your daughters in marriage, that they may bear sons and daughters; multiply there, and do not decrease. But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” Matthew 22:39 "And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself." Acts 4:34-35 “There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.” Romans 12:13 "Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality." Romans 15:2 "Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up." 1 Corinthians 12:25-26 "That there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together." Galatians 6:2 "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." Hebrews 10:24-25 "And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Trusting God in Times of Illness Psalm 6:2 “Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am languishing; heal me, O Lord, for my bones are troubled.” Psalm 30:2 "O Lord my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me." Psalm 41:3 “The Lord sustains him on his sickbed; in his illness you restore him to full health.” Isaiah 40:29-31 “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 41:10 "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Romans 8:28 "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." 1 Corinthians 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. The Power of Faith for Healing Matthew 9:22 "Jesus turned, and seeing her he said, 'Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well.' And instantly the woman was made well." Mark 10:52 "And Jesus said to him, 'Go your way; your faith has made you well.' And immediately he recovered his sight and followed him on the way." Luke 8:50 "But Jesus on hearing this answered him, 'Do not fear; only believe, and she will be well.'" Acts 14:9 "He listened to Paul speaking. And Paul, looking intently at him and seeing that he had faith to be made well, " Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through him who strengthens me." Prayers for Healing in the Bible Jeremiah 17:14 "Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my praise." James 5:14-15 "Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven." A Prayer for Personal and Communal Health Heavenly Father, I approach Your throne of grace and mercy, knowing that You are the source of all things good, including our health and well-being. I pray that You would touch my life and the lives of those in my community with Your healing hands. Lord, You know our bodies better than we do. You created us wonderfully and intricately. As such, I pray for personal health. Strengthen me where I am weak, heal me where I am hurt, and renew my mind, body, and spirit daily. I also lift up my community to You, dear God. In Your wisdom, You have placed us together to support and care for one another. I pray that You will provide health and wellness in our neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, and homes. Remove all infirmities and protect us from harm. Help us to be stewards of good health in our own lives and in the lives of those around us. Let us encourage each other, share our burdens, and seek to promote an atmosphere of good health and wellness. I pray for Your divine healing and protection against diseases. Give our healthcare professionals the wisdom and knowledge to help those in need. Strengthen those who are weak and comfort those who are in pain. May we not forget that our bodies are the temple of Your Holy Spirit. Guide us so that we can treat them with respect and care, nourishing them correctly, and exercising them well. Lastly, Father, let us remember that while we value our physical health, our spiritual health is of utmost importance. Let us grow in faith and love for You and for each other, for a healthy spirit contributes to a healthy body. In the name of Jesus Christ, the Great Healer, is the anointing prayer of all Elders, James 5:13-20 this will be in their minds when they place hands on you and call out to the Lord, 1 Chronicles 29:11-12 Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O LORD, and you are exalted as head above all. Both riches and honor come from you, and you rule over all. In your hand are power and might, and in your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all. The elders will call out to God in Jesus name, on your behalf, saying things like this, God’s Dominion Psalm 24:1 The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it. Psalm 115:3 Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him. Psalm 103:19 The Lord has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all. Psalm 135:6 Whatever the LORD pleases, he does, in heaven and on earth, in the seas and all deeps. Isaiah 40:22-23 He sits enthroned above the circle of the earth, and its people are like grasshoppers. He stretches out the heavens like a canopy, and spreads them out like a tent to live in. He brings princes to naught and reduces the rulers of this world to nothing. God’s Will and Purpose Genesis 50:20 As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today. Job 42:2 I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted. Proverbs 16:4 The Lord has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble. Proverbs 19:21 Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. Proverbs 21:1 The king's heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will. Isaiah 14:24 The Lord of hosts has sworn: “As I have planned, so shall it be, and as I have purposed, so shall it stand.” Isaiah 14:27 For the Lord of hosts has proposed, and who will annul it? His hand is stretched out, and who will turn it back? Daniel 4:35 All the inhabitants of the earth are accounted for as nothing, and he does according to his will among the host of heaven and among the inhabitants of the earth; and none can hold his hand or say to him, “What have you done? ” Ephesians 1:11-12 In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory. Romans 8:28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 9:11 Though they were not yet born and had done nothing either good or bad—in order that God's purpose of election might continue, not because of works but because of him who calls. James 4:13-15 Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go into such and such a town and spend a year there and trade and make a profit”— yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.” Authority Given to Jesus Daniel 7:13-14 I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man, and he came to the Ancient of Days and was presented before him. And to him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him; his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom one that shall not be destroyed. Matthew 28:18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” John 5:26-27 For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself. And he has given him authority to execute judgment, because he is the Son of Man. John 10:18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again. This charge I have received from my Father. John 17:2 Since you have given him authority over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him. Acts 10:42 And he commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one appointed by God to be judge of the living and the dead. 1 Corinthians 15:27 For “God has put all things in subjection under his feet.” But when it says “all things are put in subjection, ” it is plain that he is expected *** who put all things in subjection under him. Philippians 2:9-11 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Revelation 1:5 And from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood. Conclusion These verses encapsulate the sovereignty of God. From the creation of the universe to the smallest details of our individual lives, He is the ultimate source of authority and power. His reign spans across all the realms of existence, transcending time and space, and His plans are unfathomable, weaving together the grand tapestry of life in ways beyond our comprehension. God's sovereignty, however, is not a cause for fear but a call to surrender, to place our trust and hope in His infallible wisdom and boundless love. It challenges our societal norms of self-reliance and individualism, inviting us to relinquish control and find peace in His divine guidance. It prompts a radical shift in perspective - one that sees not a world governed by chance or human effort, but a universe divinely orchestrated by the Master of All. Reflecting on God's sovereignty humbles us, reminding us of our rightful place in His grand design, while comforting us, affirming that we are cared for by a God who controls every aspect of the cosmos. It beckons us to rest in His power, His wisdom, and His goodness. For in the sovereignty of God, we find the highest assurance, the deepest peace, and the truest freedom. May we strive daily to embrace this truth, to live in the light of His majesty, and to surrender wholeheartedly to His sovereign rule. For His is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. A Prayer of Surrender to God’s Sovereignty Eternal God, Sovereign over all, we bow before You in awe and reverence, for You are mighty, incomparable, and unfathomable in Your ways. Your wisdom transcends our understanding and Your love surpasses all we know. In the majesty of Your creation, we witness a testament of Your unrivaled power and authority. We stand in humble recognition of Your omnipotence, acknowledging that You hold the universe in Your hand and yet, in Your infinite wisdom, You care deeply for each one of us. Lord, we confess that we often act out of self-reliance and individualism, ignoring Your divine authority. We confess our struggle with the illusion of control, often forgetting that it is You who establish our steps. We surrender now, Lord, laying down our plans, our aspirations, our desires, and our self-sufficiency. We humbly submit to Your sovereignty, acknowledging that Your plans are higher than ours, Your ways better than our own. Lead us, Father, into deeper understanding and acceptance of Your divine rule over our lives. Grant us the courage to let go and let You steer our course, knowing that in You, we find perfect peace and fulfillment. We lay our lives before You, Oh Sovereign Lord. Have Your way in us, align our hearts with Yours, and guide our steps according to Your perfect and pleasing will. In the precious name of Jesus, we pray. For you who are sick, and those who You want to set aside to ordained, Amen. until we see you the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. Kidd Family Ministry Owingsville Ky. Email [email protected] 1-859-274-2617 box 463 East High St Owingsville Ky 40360

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Thankyou Kidd Family Ministry Owingsville Ky, for taken the time to come to our church here in our time of need, When our pastor returned we ask him why do we need Elders, He only said why don’t you just ask one why? and what God has this purpose for them?? “ WOW” what a Question??? Why do we have Elders??? Why do we need them, and did God tell us about them in the Bible??? The simple, Answer is that it is what God wants. God wants elders and staff to know and understand their scriptural job descriptions. As overseers and leaders, elders are to carry out these functions: They provide general oversight for the health, care, and management of the church in all aspects of her ministry. A false teacher will not want an Elder around them because of the section on elder qualifications, found in Titus 1:5-9 Anyone who wants to boss others will not receive an Elder or Elders in their Church, I say their Church because it is all about them, never about God. God says this and it does take the devil out of the show, it puts men in their place, Read this for yourselves!!!! What Are The Qualifications Of An Elder That God Tells Us In The scripture??? There are three main passages that speak on the qualifications of elders – Titus 1:5-9, 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Peter 5:1-4. Once again, it is important that we follow God’s ways and not our own. God has spoken, that is what the church needs to follow. A church can get in a lot of trouble if people unfit for eldership are placed in the role. Of course, people can lie and accept a position, but the church needs to do all that it can in order to have the right people in place. It is important that only qualified men fill the position of elder. The Bible gives more details about elder qualifications than any other part of being an elder. This matters to God. I encourage you to grab your Bible and read these passages. 1. A Desire to be an Elder is not wrong in the eyes of God. 1 Timothy 3:1 says that anyone who aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task. Likewise, 1 Peter 5:2 says that elders should not shepherd the flock out of compulsion, but freely and according to God’s will. Elders should want the job. They should want the job because they believe that the Lord has placed them in the position to serve in this way. Now, just because someone wants the job doesn’t mean that they are otherwise qualified, but a good place to start is with men who feel called to this role. 2. Exemplify Godly Character That is if God says it in the bible we teach it, believe it, point to it as what God is saying. All Elders call themselves out in any sin, before we would ever point it out, in a church people. We always preach Jesus as the Savior, Him as the Christ, Him as the Lord. 1 Timothy 3:2-3 and Titus 1:7-8 spell out the character qualifications of an elder. These are not characteristics that are being worked towards, but already being lived out by God’s grace. This is how the elder already lives before they are called to serve the church in this manner. Once again, Above Reproach: An elder should be blameless and above reproach. This does not mean perfect. If it did, there would be no elders in any church anywhere. What this means is the elder is striving to live for Jesus, is respectable to the outside world and living a holy life before God. Self-Controlled: An elder should live a self-controlled life. They are disciplined and sober-minded. Galatians 5:23 tells us that self-control is part of the fruit of the Spirit. An elder must be full of the Spirit. In both of the lists above, Paul points out alcohol specifically. Scripture does not require elders to abstain from alcohol, but they must practice self-control. If not, they are not fit for the eldership. This goes for any hidden sin that someone can’t control—drunkenness, drugs, pornography, gambling, gossip, anger, spending. Gentle: An elder must not be an argumentative person. They must not always want or have to have their way. These men must be able to calmly discuss and lovingly care for their sheep. Being gentle does not mean being weak. As a matter of fact, it is the opposite. Elders must be tough and tender. Not Greedy: If you are in it for the money, you are doing it wrong. Flee from those churches where elders are living large and in luxury. This is for lay elders as well. A lay elder should not want to serve in order to protect their own little kingdom in the church. 3. Teach the Bible as the only way to God for answers from Him. An elder must be able to handle God’s word appropriately. That means they must have an understanding of it and be able to share about it. This does not mean that every elder gets up on Sundays to preach to the congregation. But they must be able to proclaim God’s Word with authority. 4. God says, If, he has you for an Elder you must show it as you Lead Your Family? An elder must lead his family well. The church is the family of God. If an elder cannot lead his family of much fewer members, how can he do that with a whole church family? This means they must love their wife well, lead and train their kids well, and be hospitable. 5. Be a Man all elders keep it real and know they too are just humans. The Bible states that an elder must be a one-woman man. That he must lead his family. It is apparent that these roles are for men as is the role of elders in the church. There are plenty of areas for women to teach and shepherd in the local church, but the role of elder is a specific office designated by God. 6. An Established Believer An elder must be someone who has been walking with the Lord for a significant part of their lives. This does not necessarily mean that only people over 60 are qualified as elders, but it does mean that you have to have some sort of history following Jesus. Wisdom and experience are essential to an elder. Those are things a recent convert does not possess yet. In all of these, Jesus is our example. Does an elder’s life look like Jesus? If you are aspiring to be an elder, does your life look like Jesus? What Do Elders Do? A lot of times, people look at elders as men who are running the church, not leading it. What I mean by that is people look at the pastor as the CEO of the church and the elders as a board of trustees. The pastor leads the church, but the elders look over the finances, set the policies, approve or reject ministry direction, and do the hiring and firing. There is a definite need for administration in the church, it is a spiritual gift after all. However, the elders are not members of a corporate board of trustees. Remember, elders are pastors. But not a paid pastor or a lay pastor, they are pastors. They work for God, many stop when they see that God is the one who pays the Elder and it may be in the next life that He receives his reward. This is foreign to us because pastors go to seminary and are hired by churches. I did that but God called me up as an Elder. Sure, there are differences in training and pay and time and position. But elders are pastors, we went over that at the beginning of this post. So, what do elders do? Elders are under shepherds. They do stand behind all and any Pastors, True Elders stand ready so when any pastor calls we serve, they don’t have to ask, all they have to do is say I need you to do this, for the church people. Because God calls us to do this, Elders, are called to shepherd the flock of God that is among them (1 Peter 5:2). What does a shepherd do? Here are some Biblical job descriptions of an elder. Feed: A good shepherd will always make sure the sheep have the nourishment that they need to thrive. An elder must make sure that their congregation is getting a steady diet of the Word of God. A church should feast on the Word of God, it is what it needs to live (Matthew 4:4). An elder should be involved in the teaching ministry of the church in one way or another. Lead: A shepherd leads the flock to the good pasture. This is what an elder must do as well. They lead the church, and as they lead, the church experiences the goodness of God. The only way an elder can lead well is if they are following after the Good Shepherd, Jesus (John 10:11). If an elder is not being led by Jesus, they have no business leading at all. Elders have to be men who can say follow me as I follow Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1). They model the Christian life to the congregation in godliness and holiness. Tend: Shepherds look after their sheep. They take care of them. Elders are called to pray for their church (Acts 6:4). Elders should be men of prayer and their prayers should often be for their church. They also take care of their flock by visiting those who are sick and praying for them (James 5:14). The elders should take care of the church the way Jesus took care of them. Protect: An elder must protect the church from harm. That means they are looking out for false teaching, behavior that could hurt the church, and cracks in unity. The devil is prowling around like a roaring lion ready to devour the sheep (1 Peter 5:8). An elder will do all that he can in God’s strength to protect the church. Go After the Strays: A good shepherd goes after the sheep that begin to wander from the flock. An elder must be willing to run after those who are turning away from the church. If you haven’t seen someone in a while, check up on them. If someone is living contrary to the Gospel, an elder will point that out in grace and love and help bring that person back into the community of believers. This is the example we have from Jesus, leaving the 99 to go after the one (Luke 15:1-7). How Many Elders Should A Church Have? As you read about the different churches in the New Testament, it is apparent that they regularly had multiple elders. This is called a plurality of elders. In Acts 14:23, Paul and Barnabas appointed elders in the churches of Lystra, Derbe, Iconium, and others. Paul said farewell to the elders of Ephesus in Acts 20. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul greets the overseers of the church. In Paul’s letter to Timothy, he said that elders who rule well are worthy of double honor, this is not money no church can hire an Elder. especially those who labor in preaching and teaching. James 5:14 calls for the elders of the church to pray for those who are sick. In each of these instances, there appears to be multiple elders within the church. There are plenty of reasons for a plurality of elders. Accountability: With a plurality of elders, one elder cannot lord their position over the rest of the church. When they get out of line, other elders can intercede. Wisdom: Wisdom is a key component of being an elder. This comes from experience. With a plurality of elders, there are more men to draw from their experiences. There is wisdom in listening to others. Different Gifts: It is a good thing to have qualified people working together for the Gospel. People are equipped in different ways. Having a plurality of elders makes sure that the gifts necessary are available for the congregation to thrive. Burden Sharing: It is good for an elder to be able to share the burdens of ministry with other elders. That is what we are called to do as Christians (Galatians 6:2). Being a Christian is tough, shepherding a church is tough too. Elders can’t do it on their own, that is why a plurality is encouraged throughout the New Testament. God is the giver of good gifts (James 1:17). One of the greatest gifts he has given us is the local church. The church is made up of regenerate people who have been gifted by God to serve the church (1 Corinthians 12:4-7). Another gift that the Lord has given the church is the men he has called as elders (Acts 20:28). Let us celebrate the good thing that the Lord has done in every member of the Body of Christ, and encourage one another in love to fulfill the purpose to which they have been placed in the Lord’s Church. The Preamble is what the Elder’s hold and stands for! -- they will not stand by and let a man take over and replace God or the GodHead. The called Elders will not stand for false teaching of God’s word, they will stand for freedom in Jesus as the Lord. They are always about The Responsibility of Shepherding God’s saved People. Shepherding is a key responsibility for elders (Acts 20:17-38; 1 Pet. 5:1-4). Elders are called to guard, feed, lead, and care for the flock God has placed in their care. There are those both without and within the church who want to distort the truth and devour the flock. Elders are called to protect their flock. To answer your question, one would have to show what God says: Is an Elder? According to Scripture, an elder is responsible for the leadership and oversight of the church. Many people look at an elder and a pastor as two different roles, but they are not. They are two different words for the same office. As a matter of fact, the word for pastor is only found one time in Scripture: Ephesians 4:11. It is used as a functional role descriptor for the role of an elder. It generally means to shepherd. An elder is a pastor and a pastor is an elder. Another term that is found for the office of elder is overseer. Elders are overseers in Acts 20:17-35. Paul uses overseer as a synonym for elder in Titus 1:7. It is clear from the New Testament that there are only two offices for the church—deacons and elders. Elders are pastors and overseers of the church. An elder is one who shepherds (pastors) and governs (oversees) the local church. It is important to note that elders are not to use their position for their own gain (Titus 1:7) nor are they to lord their position over the congregation (1 Peter 5:3). There are also plenty of ways that members of the church can shepherd and lead as well as participate in governing the church. The elders must lead in these areas because they are the ones that will give an account for the way they watched over their sins (Hebrews 13:17). Note this, Life is hard. All of us face disease and death (either personally or with those we love). Temptation is continually enticing us to indulge. Elders need to have a pulse on the members of their church. They should know who is growing spiritually as well as who is struggling. We need to rejoice with those who rejoice and mourn with those who mourn (Rom. 12:5). Alongside the discipleship pathway that assists young believers mature in their faith the elders should be discerning who the emerging leaders are in their congregation and invite them into an intentional leadership pathway that develops their spiritual gifts and leadership skills. A component of shepherding will be enacting church discipline where we are restoring a member who is trapped in sin (Galatians 6:1-2) or rebuking or correcting a member who refuses to repent (Matthew 18:15-17), so that they will turn from sin to the hope we have in Christ. The elders must contemplate how the members of the congregation are pouring into each other’s lives in the way they care for each other, encourage each other, instruct each other, love each other, and demonstrate hospitality with each other. Shepherding the flock is a crucial responsibility. 5. The Responsibility of Doctrinal Purity and if the Bible really says it is the responsible of the Elders are called to clearly declare and teach sound doctrine while correcting, rebuking, and refuting false doctrine (Acts 20:30-31; 1 Tim. 5:17; Titus 1:9-16). Elders need to point believers to the firm and unchanging truths found in the saving knowledge of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Elders protect their flock by guarding them from false doctrine. Those who lead the flock astray with their false doctrine need to be silenced by the elders. Biblical insight, courage and strength are needed to refute them. Elders need to feed the flock entrusted to them. Digesting the Word of God is an essential component of an elder’s day. He needs to be fed in order to feed. Elders immersed in the Word will be prepared to share God’s insights with others. Everything in a church must be measured by the standard of God’s Word. Elders must discern when what is being taught is sound doctrine, a disputable matter, unsound doctrine, or heresy and teach and respond appropriately. Teaching sound doctrine will encourage God’s sheep to pursue His purpose for their lives. 6. The Responsibility of Prayer The elders of the church are called to a ministry of prayer (Acts 6:1–4). Each member in the church needs prayer. Prayer should be a central component of our individual lives, our meetings, and our time together. We need to make the time to pray as prayer is easily neglected. We can’t change a life or move a mountain, so we come before the God who can. Sometimes men don’t like what Elders stand for, such as When we need to believe that the true church comprises all who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone and a man wants to use people, the elders get in their way.. Elders are always saying saved people are united by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ, of which He is the Head. The true church is manifest in local churches, and their congregation, whose membership should be composed only of believers who seek only What the Bible says. The Lord Jesus mandated all the ordinances, baptism and the Lord’s Supper, washing of feet, and the others, which visibly and tangibly express the gospel. Though they are not the means of salvation, when celebrated by the church in genuine faith, these ordinances confirm and nourish the believer. In the context of the Bible, justification is the legal declaration from God that he has declared a person “not guilty” and imputed Christ’s righteousness to the repentant (Rm 3:21–30; 2 Cor 5:21) . We call this exchange double imputation, the believer’s sin reckoned to Christ and Christ’s righteousness reckoned to us. All this good news comes by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. To say justification comes by grace is to say that the loving favor received from God is an undeserved gift (Eph 2:8; Titus 3:7). To say it comes through faith means that a person must look away from his own works and instead cling to and depend upon the provision of Christ (Phil 3:9). We add the word alone to grace to clarify that in justification we add nothing to grace or it wouldn’t be grace; alone to faith because nothing more than faith is required; and alone to Christ because no salvation is found except in Christ. The reason we do not always have to say that we need faith and repentance, though the Bible sometimes but not always says repent and believe (Mk 1:15), is because of the proper understanding of what faith includes. Faith in Christ involves turning from treasuring X, Y, and Z to treasuring Christ, which must include repentance, the renouncing of our old ways to walk in obedience. The true church is the sum total of all those justified by Jesus—throughout all time and place. We see this understanding of the church in Ephesians 5:25b where Paul describes the church as all those for whom Christ gave himself up. Jesus loves the church as a groom loves his bride. Jesus Christ is the head of every local church because he is the head of the true, or universal, church (Eph 1:22–23; 4:15–16; 5:23; Col 1:18; 2:19; Rev 1–3). As head, Jesus lovingly rules, commands, and nurtures his church, which is his body, and in turn, his church should respect and submit to his gracious rule. The elders keep it simple, Justification 1. How do you understand “justification” (cf. Romans 3:21-26)? God’s Grace Through Faith Alone in Christ Alone 2. Define “grace” and “faith” and explain how grace and faith in Christ are related to justification. 3. What is the significance of the emphasis on “alone? ” Body of Christ, Jesus Christ as Head of Church 4. How are the scriptural metaphors of “the body of Christ, ” “the bride of Christ, ” and “the Head of the Church” to be understood? True Church and Local Church 5. What is the relationship between the “true church” and the “local church? ” Local Church 6. What does it mean to be a “believers’ church? ” Why is membership important for a local church? What responsibilities do members have in a local church? 7. Address the various types of church government. What is the biblical defense of congregationalism? 8. Within congregationalism, how should the Pastor(s), Church Board (Elders and Deacons), and Congregation function together for effective church ministry? 9. What is your understanding of the statement that the “shall be an association and fellowship of autonomous but interdependent congregations of faith and congregational government? ” What does “autonomous but interdependent” mean? Why is denominational affiliation important for you and the congregation? Ordinances 10. What is the meaning and purpose of baptism? What are the various modes of baptism? 11. What is the meaning and purpose of the Lord’s Supper? What are the various ways this is understood? 12. How do baptism and the Lord’s Supper relate to one another, i.e. is there a biblical order? How do they “confirm and nourish the believer? ” Elders have a Preamble of standing with what God has said, in the Bible. 1. The Responsibility of Christlikeness as God requires, The emphasis on character highlights that God requires elders be men who are passionate about their relationship with Him and are growing in their faith. Elders intentionally pursue holiness as they live lives of integrity before others (1 Timothy 3:3-7; Titus 1:5-8). 2. The Responsibility of Family An elder must manage his own family well. God has called elders to care for the emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of their family. An elder’s family is his God given priority. In prioritizing his family, he is to have an undivided heart by being faithful to his wife (1 Timothy 3:1-5; Titus 1:5-6) 3. The Responsibility of Oversight The elders are called to oversee and direct the affairs of the church which is why they are sometimes referred to as ‘overseers.’ (Acts 20:17-38; 1 Tim. 5:17). Oversight is the ability to prayerfully discern the totality of the church, in all it encompasses, including God’s direction for that body of believers. Although some elders will be passionate about missions, or youth ministry or small groups, an elder must be able to see the church as a whole and not simply the various components. They come to prayerfully discern God’s will for the entire church and not simply part of the church. Elders need to see the ‘big picture’ and understand how the various components fit together. THE DOCTRINE OF SCRIPTURE. The 66 books of the Bible in the Old and New Testaments constitute the completed and in scripture of the Word of God. God the Holy Spirit carried along the human authors of Scripture so that they wrote the exact words that he desired them to write. The words in Scripture penned by human authors are thus the very words of God himself. As inspired by God the Bible is completely free from error, and serves as the inerrant, infallible, and final rule for life and faith. The Bible speaks with complete authority about every matter it addresses. The words of Scripture concern issues of life and faith before God, and because counseling issues are matters of life and faith, the Bible is a sufficient resource to define and direct all counseling ministry. Acts 1:16; 2 Timothy 3:1-17; 2 Peter 1:3-21; 2 Peter 3:15-16 II. THE DOCTRINE OF GOD. God is eternal and infinite in all of his perfections. This one God exists eternally in three distinct fully divine persons; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God is the creator of all that exists. He made the heavens and the earth out of nothing. He exerts comprehensive sovereignty over all of his creation. He possesses exhaustive and perfect knowledge of all events past, present, and future. He is present everywhere at all times. He is infinitely good with no shadow of sin in any part of his being. Genesis 1-3; Psalm 139:1-16; Isaiah 46:8-11; Acts 5:1-4; Romans 9:5; Ephesians 1:11 III. THE DOCTRINE OF JESUS CHRIST. Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, the second member of the Trinity. He exists as one person with two distinct natures, fully divine, and fully human without any mixture of the two. He was born of a virgin. He lived his entire life on earth without transgressing the law of God, thus earning righteousness for his people. He suffered a violent death on the cross to pay for the sins of his people. He rose miraculously from the grave on the third day as Lord and Savior, demonstrating his victory over sin, death, and the devil. He ascended bodily into heaven where he reigns over all creation, and actively upholds and intercedes for his people as his bride, the church, awaits his glorious return. Matthew 1:18-25; John 17:6; 1 Corinthians 15:1-8; Ephesians 1:21-23; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Titus 2:11-15; Hebrews 4:14-15; 7:25 IV. THE DOCTRINE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. The Holy Spirit is the eternal third member of the Trinity. He is the person who convicts of sin and who indwells Christians. He regenerates believers and empowers them to live the Christian life, to understand the Scriptures, and to worship Jesus Christ. He is thus essential to the change sought in biblical counseling. He is the sovereign God who equips believers with gifts of service to do ministry in the church. He is the promised Counselor who continues the work of the Wonderful Counselor, Jesus Christ. John 16:4-15; Romans 8:9-11; 1 Corinthians 12:12-30; Ephesians 1:13-18 V. THE DOCTRINE OF DIVINE GRACE. Salvation is thoroughly a work of divine grace from beginning to end. Before the foundation of the world the Father elected to save a people who would compose the church. Jesus Christ purchased the salvation of those individuals through his life, death, and resurrection. The Holy Spirit applies the work of Christ to all who believe, creating the gift of faith in their hearts, and he keeps them in that faith forever. Romans 3:21-23; Ephesians 1:3-14; Ephesians 2:1-10; Philippians 1:6 VI. THE DOCTRINE OF MAN. God created man out of the dust and breathed life into him so that he became a living person. Human beings are made in the image of God and were created by him to be the pinnacle of creation. God made mankind in two complementary genders of male and female who are equal in dignity and worth. Men are called to roles of spiritual leadership particularly in the home and in the church. Women are called to respond to and affirm godly servant leadership particularly in the church and home. God created the human person with a physical body and an immaterial soul, each possessing equal honor and essential to humanity. The Bible depicts the soul as that which motivates the physical body to action. These constituent aspects are separable only at death. The great hope of Christians is the restoration of body and soul in a glorified existence in the new heavens and new earth. Man is by design a dependent creature standing in need of divine counsel to serve God and to be conformed into the image of Christ. Genesis 1:26-27; 2:7; Proverbs 4:23; Roman 8:29; 1 Timothy 2:8-15; Ephesians 5:22-33; 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10 VII. THE DOCTRINE OF SIN. God created mankind in a state of sinless perfection, but the human race fell from this state when Adam willfully chose to rebel against God and ate of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Since that time every human being, except Jesus Christ, has been born in sin and separated from God. Every element of human nature is inherently corrupted by sin so that mankind stands in desperate need of the grace of God to be cleansed from sin by the Holy Spirit through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Sin increases the need for all counseling as people seek ministry to resolve problems in living caused by their own sin, the sin of others, and the consequences of sin in the world. Genesis 3:1-7; Psalm 51:5; Romans 3:1-21; 5:12-21 VIII. THE DOCTRINE OF THE CHURCH. The church is the bride of Christ called to proclaim the Word of God, administer baptism and the Lord’s supper, and exercise church discipline. The church is the organism through which God accomplishes his mission in the world. It is the main agent for all ministries of the Word, including the ministry of counseling and discipleship. Matthew 16:18-20; Matthew 18:15-20; Romans 15:14; 1 Peter 2:1-12; Revelation 19:6-10 IX. THE DOCTRINE OF REGENERATION. Regeneration is the sovereign work of the Holy Spirit where he transforms the hardened heart of a sinner into the soft heart of a believer, who loves God and obeys his Word. It is what makes the new life in Christ possible. Regeneration, along with the God-given gifts of repentance and faith, is granted solely by grace, resulting in all the attendant evidence of our great salvation in Christ. Ezekiel 36:25-27; Acts 20:21 John 3:1-9; Titus 3:4-6; James 1:18 X. THE DOCTRINE OF JUSTIFICATION. Justification is the sovereign declaration of God that the righteousness of Jesus Christ has been imputed to those who have trusted in his sinless obedience and his substitutionary atonement on the cross for their salvation. When God justifies a person, he no longer treats him as a sinner but reckons him to possess that righteousness which Jesus Christ earned on his behalf. The declaration of justification does not come through any past, present, or future merit in the sinner. Justification is based exclusively on the merits of Jesus Christ and is received through faith alone. Luke 18:9-14; Romans 4:1-12; Philippians 3:1-11 XI. THE DOCTRINE OF SANCTIFICATION. Sanctification is a joint work between God and man, where God supplies grace for Christians to grow in obedience to Christ. While Christians are made holy in a definitive sense at conversion, it still remains for them to grow in holiness. This work of grace requires believers to utilize, by faith, the normal means of grace such as Bible reading, prayer, thought renewal, and fellowship in the context of the local church. Christians will experience real progress in growing more like Christ, yet this work will be incomplete in this life. The work of counseling is fundamentally the work of helping Christians to grow in this grace of sanctification. Acts 26:17-18; Romans 6:1-14; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Philippians 2:12-13; Colossians 3:1-17 XII. THE DOCTRINE OF REVELATION. God discloses himself to humanity in two ways. Special revelation is God’s disclosure of himself to his people in the pages of Scripture. General revelation is God’s disclosure of himself to the entirety of humanity in the things that have been made. General revelation and special revelation each come from God and so are of equivalent authority, though they differ in content. Special revelation discloses detailed information about the character of God and how to live all of life in a way that honors him. General revelation is a disclosure of the beauty and power of God, which leads to judgment. The subject matter of general revelation is the character of God, and not mere facts about the created order. General revelation requires special revelation to be properly understood and applied. Psalm 19:1-6; Romans 1:18-23 XIII. THE DOCTRINE OF COMMON GRACE. God extends his goodness to all people by making provision for their physical needs and granting them intellectual gifts. This goodness, also known as common grace, is what grants unbelievers the ability to apprehend facts in science, for example, and is why believers can affirm the true information that unbelievers come to understand. The chief manifestation of God’s grace is his salvation of sinners by the blood of Jesus Christ to all who believe. Common grace cannot overcome the corrosive effects of sin upon human thinking without this special, saving grace of Jesus. This reality guarantees that, though unbelievers can know many facts, they will misunderstand information that is most central to human life, which includes information about God, the human problem, and its solution in Christ. Because the central elements of counseling include God, the nature of the human problem, and God’s solution in Christ, the counseling methods of secular people are ultimately at odds with a uniquely biblical approach to counseling. Matthew 5:44-45; John 1:9; Romans 1:18-23; Colossians 1:21 XIV. THE DOCTRINE OF THE GREAT COMMISSION. The church has been called to go into the world with the task of evangelism and discipleship. In giving this commission, Jesus requires his people to use their conversations to point people to Christ in evangelism, and to build people up in Christ in discipleship. The Great Commission necessitates that all faithful counseling conversations must have Jesus Christ as their ultimate goal. Our Lord and Savior does not give believers the option to avoid counseling conversations, or to avoid directing those conversations toward Jesus. The commitment of Christians to the Great Commission and to faithful biblical counseling is therefore one and the same. Matthew 28:16-20; Romans 10:1-17; 2 Corinthians 5:11-21; Colossians 1:24-29 XV. THE DOCTRINE OF LAST THINGS. Jesus Christ will return for his church at a moment known only to God. At Jesus’ coming, he will sit in judgment on the entirety of the human race. At the conclusion of this judgment, he will usher all humanity into the eternal state. All those who have spent their lives persisting in unbelief will go away into everlasting torment. The righteous in Christ will go away into everlasting joy in the presence of Jesus Christ. Christians can therefore have hope that all wrongs will be punished, that all righteous acts will be rewarded, and that God’s people will ultimately abide with him forever. The hope of the new creation is the foundation of all counseling. Matthew 25:31-46; Romans 2:6-11; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Revelation 21 Until next time The Elder. Seek God for all things. When someone has the Lord they already have everything, all they have to do is take whatever it is they need to Him. Your servant Elder Rev. Simon Kidd

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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » One Question, Where will you be at the End?
Lessons from the Thief on The Cross (Luke 23:39-43) Fights and feuds want matter at the end of this human life, who’s the best or the biggest, want matter. What important life lessons can we learn from the thief on the cross who died next to Jesus? From the Elder. Luke 23:39-43 says: Then one of the criminals who were hanged blasphemed Him, saying, “If You are the Christ, save Yourself and us.” 40 But the other, answering, rebuked him, saying, “Do you not even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? 41 And we indeed justly, for we receive the due reward of our deeds; but this Man has done nothing wrong.” 42 Then he said to Jesus, “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” 43 And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” If you have only a few minutes to live, what will you want? What will be most important to you? Will you find comfort in all the material possessions you acquired during your lifetime? Will you find solace in looking at your certificates, diplomas & degrees one more time? Will you find security by reading your financial statement? Will you hope that God will take into account your personal merit & personal good works and allow you to enter His kingdom of Heaven? WILL ALL OF THESE THINGS MATTER WHEN YOU DIE? WHAT IF YOU WERE STILL GOING TO HELL, DESPITE THE ABOVE ACHIEVEMENTS? When Jesus was crucified, there were 2 criminals also being crucified with Him. Both criminals were guilty of their crimes but Jesus Himself was innocent of any wrongdoing. One of the thieves was repentant, but the other was unrepentant even unto death. The repentant thief on the cross was a criminal & guilty of his crimes. In his final moments before he died, this thief came to the realization that there was only one thing that was important in this life & in the next – AN ETERNAL RELATIONSHIP & FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. In the thief’s final minutes… The thief understood & confessed that he was a sinner who deserved to be punished not only for his crimes on earth but also for his sins against God (Luke 23:40-41) The thief believed that Jesus was not only perfect and innocent, but that Jesus was the Messiah being crucified for the sins of mankind (Luke 23:41) The thief believed that Jesus was the only way by which he could enter God’s kingdom and not because of his own personal merit or works. He knew that Jesus was not an ordinary Man. He knew Jesus had a Kingdom and he asked Jesus to remember him. (Luke 23:42) The thief believed that his salvation was by God’s grace and Christ responded to his faith by promising the thief that he would enter Paradise (Luke 23:42, 43). The thief knew that he could not enter Heaven on the basis of his own merits. He was a criminal. He knew that only the grace of the Lord would allow him into God’s kingdom. Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, 9 not of works, lest anyone should boast. Titus 3:5 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit IF JESUS COULD SAVE A CRIMINAL – WILL HE NOT SAVE YOU? I once read a social media post that said the following: “If Jesus died for perfect people – then heaven would be empty” In Luke 5:31-32 Jesus says the following: Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. 32 I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.” Therefore God’s grace & salvation extends to the worst kind of people. God’s love and grace extends to thieves, murderers, rapists and all kinds of people. You might be reading this article, and thinking: “I’m not worse than a murderer or thief or rapist”. However, you’re still a sinner and fall short of God’s glory and therefore you need Jesus as your Lord & Saviour. You and I have broken most if not all of God’s 10 Commandments and laws and that is why we are sinners. The writer of more than half of the New Testament was Paul the Apostle. Paul once persecuted the church and killed Christians, yet God eventually used him for His divine purposes after he repented. Do you feel as if your sins are unforgivable? Do you feel as if it’s too late to turn to God and receive His salvation? As long as you’re alive, it’s never too late to receive forgiveness and salvation from the Lord. God’s free gift; God’s love and God’s grace are still available for you to freely receive God loves you unconditionally & He sent Jesus to die for your sins (John 3:16) We are all sinners. There is none righteous and the wages of our sins is death which is eternal separation from God. (Romans 3:23), (Romans 6:23) There is no sin too big for God to erase. Jesus died for our sins so that we do not have to suffer eternal separation from God. Therefore as sinners we need Jesus as our personal Lord & Saviour (Romans 6:23), (John 14:6) Salvation is a FREE gift from God through Christ. We are saved by God’s GRACE (unmerited kindness) and not by your personal merit or works (Ephesians 2:8) We must believe, trust and accept Jesus to be our Lord & Saviour so that we may become children of God; born again; a new creation in Christ (John 1:12, John 3:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17) DO YOU WANT TO BE A FOLLOWER OF JESUS CHRIST, TODAY??? 1. ACKNOWLEDGE: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). This means that we have all broken God’s laws and God’s 10 Commandments like those mentioned in Exodus 20:1-17. For example, if you have told a lie; if you have stolen something; if you have lusted after somebody or if you have coveted. This means you are guilty of breaking at least one or more of God’s 10 Commandments. Breaking God’s commandments makes us sinners. The fact that we are sinners who have broken God’s law means that we are accountable to God who is the Lawgiver. Romans 6:23 says that “the wages of sin is death BUT the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” You must acknowledge that you are a sinner who has broken God’s commandments and that you therefore need Jesus in your life. 2. REPENT: “Unless you repent you will all likewise perish” (Luke 13:3), “Repent therefore and be converted that your sins may be blotted out” (Acts 3:19) Repenting means: to change your mind; a sincere turning away, in heart, mind and action; Therefore God wants you to change your mind about sinful values and of sinful living. God wants you to decide to follow Him and to make Jesus the Lord of your life. 3. CONFESSION: “If we confess our sins. He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9). “That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9) God is a forgiving God. God will forgive any sin that you have done because Jesus died for ALL your sins and to set you free from the bondage of all types of sin in your life. 4. BELIEVE: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). You must believe that ONLY Jesus can save you and restore your relationship with God. You must believe that Jesus is the ONLY way by which you can have everlasting life and escape from eternal separation from God. You must believe that Jesus died on the cross for you and resurrected from the grave. “He came to His own, and His own did not receive him, But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name” (John 1:11-12) Through faith, You must receive Jesus as Your Lord & Savior and therefore; you become a child of God; you become born again; you become a Christian; you restore your broken relationship with God Why Not Make Your Eternal Decision NOW With Easter Now here? We become born again Christians by GRACE through FAITH or TOTAL TRUST in Jesus Christ as our Lord & Savior (Galatians 3:26) & (Ephesians 2:8, 9). Salvation is a FREE gift received through FAITH in Christ.

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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: Call to the Elder, what is this Foot washing???
Yes a person is to follow 1 Cor. 11:27-28, no one should let a slick preacher give them a false Communion. when someone does, that Fake has you under the powers of the Devil, because God already tells us what will Happen. God does not play Games. Thank you for your Calls, and Emails.

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Call to the Elder? Foot Washing what is it???? Who will, wash one another's feet can we just read this, first, Mark 14:12-16, 22-25; John 13:2, 4-17; 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 Answer, From the Elder. Rev> Simon Kidd. Thank you for this request. John 13:2–17 recounts Jesus' performance of this action. In verses 13:14–17, Christ instructs His disciples: If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you. All Christians are required to walk in the light of the Word of God. To walk in the light means to observe every ordinance by putting them into practice. The Feet Washing service is a sacred time for all who participate in the fellowship of this ordinance. Washing the saints’ feet has been instituted to commemorate the heart of a true servant in the life of believers. The Lord’s Supper symbolizes the death of Christ for our sins: His death as being the means of our righteousness, the union between Christ and us, and our expectant hope in Christ until He comes. The emblems used represent the Body and Blood of Christ. The bread suggests the staff of life, the basis of life itself. The breaking of bread shows the breaking of Christ’s Body in redemptive sacrifice. The fruit of the vine represents the Blood of Christ. Together they symbolize the sacrifice of the very life of Christ. As a memorial to Christ’s death, the Lord’s Supper is a renewal of obedience to Christ’s will—an acknowledgement that our salvation is solely through the broken Body and shed Blood of Christ. The ordinance of Foot Washing is as important as any other ordinance. It is a specific command of Jesus which we must obey, and a child of God will look upon this observance as a privilege. Jesus said, “If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you” (John 13:14-15). Some won't do it, they are better than you are, but those who know they are just human, will want to follow whatever God tells them to, They will say Yes Lord show me the way. Here is what happened that last night, During the final Passover of His human life, Jesus Christ introduced three new symbols to an ancient and incredibly important evening. Those three symbols were unleavened bread, wine and foot washing. This we will do, The bread and the Wine, the Washing of feet, sing a song and go home. We look at it this way, “Something ordained or decreed by God, ” is one definition of an ordinance. Many accept the Lord’s Supper as being ordained by God, while relegating Foot Washing to insignificance, even though both were set forth by Jesus as ordinances to be observed by His followers. God had instructed the Jews to keep the Passover feast once a year. Jesus was keeping the Passover feast with His disciples, and during the meal, He instructed His disciples to observe another supper—the Lord’s Supper. Though there is no saving grace in the ordinance itself, it depicts the total work of Christ on man's behalf. We read it this way: The Children of Israel were to take a lamb from the flock on the tenth day of the month and keep it separate until the fourteenth day when they were to kill it in the evening and eat it roasted with fire. They were to place the blood over their doors. What did this point to? Response: This pointed to the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ, who would take away our sins. Ask your students what benefit staying “under the blood” brought at the time of the establishing of the Passover. Liken that to the necessity for Christians today to keep the Blood of Christ over their lives. What does our observance of the Lord’s Supper point to? Response: It points back to the death of Jesus on the Cross. It also points forward to the time when the believers will drink the fruit of the vine new with Christ in His Father’s Kingdom (Matthew 26:29). Discuss with your students what a memorial is: something that serves to help people remember some person or event. Perhaps your students can cite some examples of memorials to famous people or events. Help them see that this service is a memorial to Christ and His death, a Personage and event worthy of far greater acclaim and honor than any earthly figure or event. What do we partake of at the Lord’s Supper? What is represented by the bread? by the grape juice? Response: It points back to the death of Jesus on the Cross. It also points forward to the time when the believers will drink the fruit of the vine new with Christ in His Father’s Kingdom (Matthew 26:29). Discuss with your students what a memorial is: something that serves to help people remember some person or event. Perhaps your students can cite some examples of memorials to famous people or events. Help them see that this service is a memorial to Christ and His death, a Personage and event worthy of far greater acclaim and honor than any earthly figure or event. The disciples and Jesus were present at the first Lord’s Supper. These men were His most trusted followers, those closest to Him. Explain who is to partake of the Lord’s Supper today by defining what is meant by the word unworthily in 1 Corinthians 11:27. Explain what it means in the next verse when it says, “let a man examine himself.” Response: Those who partake must be born-again believers. They must be sure the Blood has been applied to their heart before partaking of the sacred emblems—otherwise they do so unworthily. Those who partake receive the symbolic emblems as a continual commemoration of the time when God’s mercy drew them into grace and imparted Christ’s righteousness to them. If this has not taken place, they commemorate the event unworthily. It means to search one’s heart. Ask your students why it is necessary for the Christian to examine himself. How do we do this? Bring out that we do this by reading the Bible and prayer, to see if anything has entered into the heart that shouldn’t be there. Explain what it means to discern the Lord’s body. Response: Ask your students why we should strive with all spiritual and physical capabilities to understand the full meaning of the offering made for us on Calvary. When one partakes of the emblems by faith, that is, “discerning the Lord’s body, ” it brings one into contact with Him. If one is diseased or sick, he has the right to believe that Christ’s Blood will make him every whit whole. How did Jesus’ washing the disciples’ feet differ from the foot-washing customs of the day? Response: The original institution of the ordinance was not, as some have said, merely one of the customs or practices of Christ’s time, when the feet of the guests were washed upon their arrival before the meal and not after its completion. This ordinance is not for sinners, but for those who are saved. It is very necessary for the saints to observe this (John 13:8). Why did Peter change his mind after first telling Jesus, “Thou shalt never wash my feet? ” Response: See John 13:8 for the words that caused Peter to change his mind. Ask your students if they feel the Lord would place the same importance on taking part in Foot Washing today if we want to have a part with Him. They should conclude that we have no reason to think the Lord would deem it any less necessary in our day. 1 Timothy 5:10 lists several good works which Paul said were commendable. What are they? Response: The works are: brought up children, lodged strangers, washed the saints’ feet, and relieved the afflicted. These works were commendable in Paul’s day. Ask your students if the same works are commendable today. It might be interesting to point out that this verse in 1 Timothy is the only reference, besides John 13, that shows the observance of the washing of the saints’ feet. In 1 Corinthians 11:20-31 we read that divisions had arisen as to the observance of the Lord’s Supper. However, apparently no confusion had come up regarding Foot Washing, as no further directive was given to the Church concerning its observance. Read Matthew 28:19-20. How does this Scripture relate to Foot Washing? Response: The students should understand that the disciples were commanded to teach others to observe all things whatsoever Jesus had commanded. How then can the ordinance of Foot Washing be excluded? Over 1, 400 years earlier, God had instituted the Passover observance to be a yearly reminder of when He had shattered the yoke of Israel’s Egyptian masters and began leading the Israelites out of slavery and into a land of their own. Now, nearly a millennium and a half later, the Son of God was showing His disciples that the Passover was over and Jesus was about something more than just a last meal, and keeping the Passover. The required sacrifice at the Passover was a lamb “without blemish, a male of the first year” (Exodus 12:5). Through the symbols of bread and wine—both of which were an existing part of the Passover meal—Jesus revealed that He was the ultimate Passover lamb. So in this alone we can see that Jesus did eat Meat, and He did drink Wine. This time of the year there was no grapes in the field so it could not have been Grape Juice, He was about to become the perfect sacrifice, offering up His body and His blood to pay the penalty for sin and free God’s people from its clutches (Matthew 26:26-28; John 8:34-36; 1 Corinthians 5:7). Foot washing as a symbol to remember Him and to obey Him, it will show in any church people who believe Jesus, at the washing of Feet. We should stop and read this, This, do in remembrance of me, ” Jesus here says, “For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.” The Greek word translated “example” is hupodeigma. Other New Testament uses of this word refer not to a command to be precisely obeyed but to a representation, figure, or pattern–such as a spiritual pattern to be represented physically, or an object lesson of either good or bad behavior (see Hebrews 4:11; 8:5; 9:23 ; James 5:10; and 2 Peter 2:6). But the third symbol was a little different— a reminder of the ransom Jesus paid, but of the attitude behind the payment and if someone loves what He has told them.. Jesus “rose from the very last Passover supper and laid aside His garments, took a towel and girded Himself. After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded” (John 13:4-5). No One can take this from the scripture. Foot washing was the act of a servant. Yes but they were already in the house and had already eaten the meal and no one would have eaten with dirt on their feet. In fact, in some ways, it was even beneath a servant. Many of the Old Testament examples of foot washing show people washing their own feet (Genesis 18:4; 24:32; 43:24). A time of great joy and fellowship is always present when the ordinance of foot washing is heartily practiced in the proper spirit – the spirit of a servant. Many religious organizations have ceased observing the ordinance of foot washing. It seems that many people have falsely associated foot washing with the act of hospitality that existed in Eastern countries. It is commonly practiced that when a guest arrives at someone’s home, a servant places a basin of water for the traveler to wash his feet. Sometimes the master of the house would have one of his servants wash the feet of the guest. This is possibly where the ordinance finds its model; however, its purpose far exceeds this simple show of hospitality. We can’t overlook this in the scripture, In Galatians 6:2, Paul tells us, “Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” I think this is the type of service Jesus had in mind for us when He set us an example by washing His disciples’ feet. Here are a few more Scriptures that tell us how to “wash each other’s feet”: “and to exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin” (Hebrews 3:13); “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. Jesus gave Himself so we can be Healed, Give that New Beginning, so seek it out saying Yes Lord I hear and I obey. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” (James 5:16); “Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently” (1 Peter 1:22); “Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren” (1 John 3:16); “And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve” (Luke 22:25-26). Peter, who had already come to acknowledge Jesus as “the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16), was intensely uncomfortable with what Jesus was doing. The other disciples probably felt the same. Peter tried to refuse, but Jesus answered, “If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me” (John 13:8). So today we ask ourselves the same thing: do we want to be a part of this Jesus?? This was important. This is important. To get into our thinking. "These ordinances are established for a purpose. Christ’s followers are to bear in mind the example of Christ in his humility. This ordinance is to encourage humility, but it should never be termed humiliating, in the sense of being degrading to humanity. It is to tender our hearts toward one another." After washing all 12 pairs of feet, Jesus asked His disciples, “Do you know what I have done to you? This was not when they came to the house and had someone wash the road dust off of them, You call Me Teacher and Lord, and you say well, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you” (verses 12-15, so will You??? Christ expected continual foot washing In English, when you tell people to wash something, you probably expect them to wash it once and be done. But when John wrote his Gospel account, he used a Greek tense that implies repeated action. Jesus wasn’t telling the disciples to wash each other’s feet once, but repeatedly. There are two big lessons here as well : 1. Foot washing is an annual reminder. Jesus expected the disciples to continue observing the yearly Passover. He intended these new symbols—the bread, the wine and the foot washing—to remind His disciples of the spiritual significance of the Passover ceremony year after year. He was about to become the Passover Lamb, and He left His disciples instructions to eat the bread and drink the wine in remembrance of Him (1 Corinthians 11:24-25) and to “wash one another’s feet.” Today, some 2, 000 years later, baptized Christians around the world still come together once a year to do exactly that—to commemorate the death of Jesus Christ by eating the bread that symbolizes His body, drinking the wine that symbolizes His blood, and washing each other’s feet as a symbol of Christ’s attitude of humble service. 2. Foot washing represents an ongoing attitude of humility. Even though the actual foot washing happens only once a year, the foot-washing mindset—a mindset of humility and service—ought to be a continual, year-round habit. Jesus, the One who taught us to make foot washing an annual practice, also gave us an example of a life lived in service to others. His instruction—“For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you” (John 13:15)—is about more than an annual ceremony. It’s about a way of life. Foot washing was the act of a servant. In fact, in some ways, it was even beneath a servant. Paul urged the Philippians to “complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:2-4, English Standard Version). When we look at others as being more significant than ourselves—when we actively look for ways to serve their interests instead of only our own—we begin to develop the mindset of humility and service “which was also in Christ Jesus” (verse 5). Jesus also told His disciples, “Whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant. And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your slave—just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:26-28). As the Son of God, Jesus had every right to come to earth demanding—and deserving—the service of others. But that’s not what He did. He served. And He told us to serve too. In the eyes of God, greatness is service. More than a once-a-year act, the foot-washing mindset ought to prompt us to look for opportunities to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ. And like foot washing, that service should be a repeated, habitual action—not a one-time event. To learn ways we can serve, read “Serving God: Eyes, Ears and Mouth” and “Serving God: Hands and Feet.” Tips for maintaining a foot-washing mindset The foot-washing mindset doesn’t come naturally to most of us. Serving others takes humility and effort. Our human nature naturally leads us to put our needs first, before the needs of others. That’s why being mindful of the needs of others takes effort. Here are some steps we can each take to build and maintain the foot-washing mindset Jesus wants from His disciples: 1. Treat each other as connected Paul explained to the Corinthian believers that “there are many members, yet one body” (1 Corinthians 12:20). When we become part of God’s Church, we join a spiritual body in which every Christian is connected. It’s a two-way street: what affects our neighbors affects us; what affects us affects our neighbors. As Paul put it, “If one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it” (verse 26). When we serve others, we help the whole body—and that includes ourselves. A single act of service can overflow into the lives of countless others as we continue to “grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love” (Ephesians 4:15-16, ESV). The foot-washing mindset should lead us to serve others simply because we want to do good—but it helps to remember that the good we’re doing benefits the entire Body of Christ. 2. Plant now what you’d like to harvest later Serving others is a lot like planting a seed. Sometimes, we can find ourselves serving and wondering if we’re really accomplishing anything useful. A farmer, likewise, “waits for the precious fruit of the earth, waiting patiently for it until it receives the early and latter rain” (James 5:7). The foot-washing mindset should lead us to serve others now, knowing that we are planting seeds of kindness, compassion and generosity that will yield a harvest in the future. In both cases, the harvest is coming—and “he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully” (2 Corinthians 9:6). We might not see the results of our service for months, years or even decades—but that doesn’t mean the seeds aren’t worth planting: “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap... And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith” (Galatians 6:7, 9-10). The foot-washing mindset should lead us to serve others now, knowing that we are planting seeds of kindness, compassion and generosity that will yield a harvest in the future—in our lives and in the lives of others. 3. Following Jesus is more than an intellectual pursuit An important part of being a Christian is studying the Bible—the Word of God. But an even more important part is doing the Word of God. James reminded the Church that we must “be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22). We can’t be Christians if our studying never translates into action. Jesus gave a chilling warning about the judgment He would pass on Christians who failed to serve: “Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels: for I was hungry and you gave Me no food; I was thirsty and you gave Me no drink; I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, naked and you did not clothe Me, sick and in prison and you did not visit Me” (Matthew 25:41-43). He clarified that when we fail to serve “the least of these My brethren” (verse 40, compare verse 45), we fail to serve Him. The foot-washing mindset keeps us focused on the fact that when we serve our brothers and sisters in the Church, we’re actually serving Jesus Christ—and when we neglect them, we’re actually neglecting Jesus Christ. “You also ought to wash one another’s feet” The command to wash each other’s feet carries huge implications for all Christians. The fact that we are to continue washing each other’s feet ties into the fact that God expects all baptized Christians to be attending the annual Passover service, sharing the important symbols of the blood and body of Jesus Christ. But it also ties into the fact that we must be developing a foot-washing mindset—a continual focus on serving others the way Jesus served us, giving of our time and energy to help when and where we can. The more we learn to do this, the better we will fulfill our Teacher’s instruction: “Do as I have done to you.” saved people want to obey God. Dear Brothers and Sisters, take time to pray for each one who comes to the Lord, Why not read this as you get ready for the Communion and Foot washing, Look in In the Mark account of another occasion, Mary, the sister of Lazarus, even poured the perfume on Jesus’ head (Mark 14:3). How can we anoint the minds of our brethren, as suggested by the head? Perhaps by praying for our brethren’s strength, that they might endure all for CHRIST. “Indeed, all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” (2 Timothy 3:12) “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps…” (1 Peter 2:21) As the washing of another’s feet is not a glamorous work, and considering the imperfections that each of us have, it takes a large measure of love, phileo and AGAPE love, and humility, to press forward in striving to serve our brethren. Let us not allow differences along one line or another, nor misunderstandings, hinder us from seeking to do good unto all that we have opportunity, especially the household of faith. (Galatians 6:10, 1 Peter 3:11, Psalm 34:14, Micah 6:8) So what can each one of us do? We can be the person who God look down on this earth and see us Desiring and maintaining loving fellowship with the members of Christ’s body as did Jesus spend in that upper room SERVING his disciples; Praying for each other, as our Lord Jesus taught in his prayer in John 17. Encouraging each other to fight the good fight of faith and become transformed in newness of life by renewing the mind when we dwell on things that are above. For example, “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:19). Within the ecclesia and among those with whom we have frequent fellowship, if we are actively engaged in promoting one another’s spiritual growth and development, we should be able to appreciate that all of our brethren have certain qualities, graces, or attributes that can benefit us; and we, likewise, should be on the alert as to how we can be of help to them. Until next time The Elder Rev. 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Call to the Elder? Foot Washing what is it???? Who will, wash one another's feet can we just read this, first, Mark 14:12-16, 22-25; John 13:2, 4-17; 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 Answer, From the Elder. Rev> Simon Kidd. Thank you for this request. John 13:2–17 recounts Jesus' performance of this action. In verses 13:14–17, Christ instructs His disciples: If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you. All Christians are required to walk in the light of the Word of God. To walk in the light means to observe every ordinance by putting them into practice. The Feet Washing service is a sacred time for all who participate in the fellowship of this ordinance. Washing the saints’ feet has been instituted to commemorate the heart of a true servant in the life of believers. The Lord’s Supper symbolizes the death of Christ for our sins: His death as being the means of our righteousness, the union between Christ and us, and our expectant hope in Christ until He comes. The emblems used represent the Body and Blood of Christ. The bread suggests the staff of life, the basis of life itself. The breaking of bread shows the breaking of Christ’s Body in redemptive sacrifice. The fruit of the vine represents the Blood of Christ. Together they symbolize the sacrifice of the very life of Christ. As a memorial to Christ’s death, the Lord’s Supper is a renewal of obedience to Christ’s will—an acknowledgement that our salvation is solely through the broken Body and shed Blood of Christ. The ordinance of Foot Washing is as important as any other ordinance. It is a specific command of Jesus which we must obey, and a child of God will look upon this observance as a privilege. Jesus said, “If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you” (John 13:14-15). Some won't do it, they are better than you are, but those who know they are just human, will want to follow whatever God tells them to, They will say Yes Lord show me the way. Here is what happened that last night, During the final Passover of His human life, Jesus Christ introduced three new symbols to an ancient and incredibly important evening. Those three symbols were unleavened bread, wine and foot washing. This we will do, The bread and the Wine, the Washing of feet, sing a song and go home. We look at it this way, “Something ordained or decreed by God, ” is one definition of an ordinance. Many accept the Lord’s Supper as being ordained by God, while relegating Foot Washing to insignificance, even though both were set forth by Jesus as ordinances to be observed by His followers. God had instructed the Jews to keep the Passover feast once a year. Jesus was keeping the Passover feast with His disciples, and during the meal, He instructed His disciples to observe another supper—the Lord’s Supper. Though there is no saving grace in the ordinance itself, it depicts the total work of Christ on man's behalf. We read it this way: The Children of Israel were to take a lamb from the flock on the tenth day of the month and keep it separate until the fourteenth day when they were to kill it in the evening and eat it roasted with fire. They were to place the blood over their doors. What did this point to? Response: This pointed to the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ, who would take away our sins. Ask your students what benefit staying “under the blood” brought at the time of the establishing of the Passover. Liken that to the necessity for Christians today to keep the Blood of Christ over their lives. What does our observance of the Lord’s Supper point to? Response: It points back to the death of Jesus on the Cross. It also points forward to the time when the believers will drink the fruit of the vine new with Christ in His Father’s Kingdom (Matthew 26:29). Discuss with your students what a memorial is: something that serves to help people remember some person or event. Perhaps your students can cite some examples of memorials to famous people or events. Help them see that this service is a memorial to Christ and His death, a Personage and event worthy of far greater acclaim and honor than any earthly figure or event. What do we partake of at the Lord’s Supper? What is represented by the bread? by the grape juice? Response: It points back to the death of Jesus on the Cross. It also points forward to the time when the believers will drink the fruit of the vine new with Christ in His Father’s Kingdom (Matthew 26:29). Discuss with your students what a memorial is: something that serves to help people remember some person or event. Perhaps your students can cite some examples of memorials to famous people or events. Help them see that this service is a memorial to Christ and His death, a Personage and event worthy of far greater acclaim and honor than any earthly figure or event. The disciples and Jesus were present at the first Lord’s Supper. These men were His most trusted followers, those closest to Him. Explain who is to partake of the Lord’s Supper today by defining what is meant by the word unworthily in 1 Corinthians 11:27. Explain what it means in the next verse when it says, “let a man examine himself.” Response: Those who partake must be born-again believers. They must be sure the Blood has been applied to their heart before partaking of the sacred emblems—otherwise they do so unworthily. Those who partake receive the symbolic emblems as a continual commemoration of the time when God’s mercy drew them into grace and imparted Christ’s righteousness to them. If this has not taken place, they commemorate the event unworthily. It means to search one’s heart. Ask your students why it is necessary for the Christian to examine himself. How do we do this? Bring out that we do this by reading the Bible and prayer, to see if anything has entered into the heart that shouldn’t be there. Explain what it means to discern the Lord’s body. Response: Ask your students why we should strive with all spiritual and physical capabilities to understand the full meaning of the offering made for us on Calvary. When one partakes of the emblems by faith, that is, “discerning the Lord’s body, ” it brings one into contact with Him. If one is diseased or sick, he has the right to believe that Christ’s Blood will make him every whit whole. How did Jesus’ washing the disciples’ feet differ from the foot-washing customs of the day? Response: The original institution of the ordinance was not, as some have said, merely one of the customs or practices of Christ’s time, when the feet of the guests were washed upon their arrival before the meal and not after its completion. This ordinance is not for sinners, but for those who are saved. It is very necessary for the saints to observe this (John 13:8). Why did Peter change his mind after first telling Jesus, “Thou shalt never wash my feet? ” Response: See John 13:8 for the words that caused Peter to change his mind. Ask your students if they feel the Lord would place the same importance on taking part in Foot Washing today if we want to have a part with Him. They should conclude that we have no reason to think the Lord would deem it any less necessary in our day. 1 Timothy 5:10 lists several good works which Paul said were commendable. What are they? Response: The works are: brought up children, lodged strangers, washed the saints’ feet, and relieved the afflicted. These works were commendable in Paul’s day. Ask your students if the same works are commendable today. It might be interesting to point out that this verse in 1 Timothy is the only reference, besides John 13, that shows the observance of the washing of the saints’ feet. In 1 Corinthians 11:20-31 we read that divisions had arisen as to the observance of the Lord’s Supper. However, apparently no confusion had come up regarding Foot Washing, as no further directive was given to the Church concerning its observance. Read Matthew 28:19-20. How does this Scripture relate to Foot Washing? Response: The students should understand that the disciples were commanded to teach others to observe all things whatsoever Jesus had commanded. How then can the ordinance of Foot Washing be excluded? Over 1, 400 years earlier, God had instituted the Passover observance to be a yearly reminder of when He had shattered the yoke of Israel’s Egyptian masters and began leading the Israelites out of slavery and into a land of their own. Now, nearly a millennium and a half later, the Son of God was showing His disciples that the Passover was over and Jesus was about something more than just a last meal, and keeping the Passover. The required sacrifice at the Passover was a lamb “without blemish, a male of the first year” (Exodus 12:5). Through the symbols of bread and wine—both of which were an existing part of the Passover meal—Jesus revealed that He was the ultimate Passover lamb. So in this alone we can see that Jesus did eat Meat, and He did drink Wine. This time of the year there was no grapes in the field so it could not have been Grape Juice, He was about to become the perfect sacrifice, offering up His body and His blood to pay the penalty for sin and free God’s people from its clutches (Matthew 26:26-28; John 8:34-36; 1 Corinthians 5:7). Foot washing as a symbol to remember Him and to obey Him, it will show in any church people who believe Jesus, at the washing of Feet. We should stop and read this, This, do in remembrance of me, ” Jesus here says, “For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.” The Greek word translated “example” is hupodeigma. Other New Testament uses of this word refer not to a command to be precisely obeyed but to a representation, figure, or pattern–such as a spiritual pattern to be represented physically, or an object lesson of either good or bad behavior (see Hebrews 4:11; 8:5; 9:23 ; James 5:10; and 2 Peter 2:6). But the third symbol was a little different— a reminder of the ransom Jesus paid, but of the attitude behind the payment and if someone loves what He has told them.. Jesus “rose from the very last Passover supper and laid aside His garments, took a towel and girded Himself. After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded” (John 13:4-5). No One can take this from the scripture. Foot washing was the act of a servant. Yes but they were already in the house and had already eaten the meal and no one would have eaten with dirt on their feet. In fact, in some ways, it was even beneath a servant. Many of the Old Testament examples of foot washing show people washing their own feet (Genesis 18:4; 24:32; 43:24). A time of great joy and fellowship is always present when the ordinance of foot washing is heartily practiced in the proper spirit – the spirit of a servant. Many religious organizations have ceased observing the ordinance of foot washing. It seems that many people have falsely associated foot washing with the act of hospitality that existed in Eastern countries. It is commonly practiced that when a guest arrives at someone’s home, a servant places a basin of water for the traveler to wash his feet. Sometimes the master of the house would have one of his servants wash the feet of the guest. This is possibly where the ordinance finds its model; however, its purpose far exceeds this simple show of hospitality. We can’t overlook this in the scripture, In Galatians 6:2, Paul tells us, “Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” I think this is the type of service Jesus had in mind for us when He set us an example by washing His disciples’ feet. Here are a few more Scriptures that tell us how to “wash each other’s feet”: “and to exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin” (Hebrews 3:13); “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. Jesus gave Himself so we can be Healed, Give that New Beginning, so seek it out saying Yes Lord I hear and I obey. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” (James 5:16); “Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently” (1 Peter 1:22); “Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren” (1 John 3:16); “And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve” (Luke 22:25-26). Peter, who had already come to acknowledge Jesus as “the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16), was intensely uncomfortable with what Jesus was doing. The other disciples probably felt the same. Peter tried to refuse, but Jesus answered, “If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me” (John 13:8). So today we ask ourselves the same thing: do we want to be a part of this Jesus?? This was important. This is important. To get into our thinking. "These ordinances are established for a purpose. Christ’s followers are to bear in mind the example of Christ in his humility. This ordinance is to encourage humility, but it should never be termed humiliating, in the sense of being degrading to humanity. It is to tender our hearts toward one another." After washing all 12 pairs of feet, Jesus asked His disciples, “Do you know what I have done to you? This was not when they came to the house and had someone wash the road dust off of them, You call Me Teacher and Lord, and you say well, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you” (verses 12-15, so will You??? Christ expected continual foot washing In English, when you tell people to wash something, you probably expect them to wash it once and be done. But when John wrote his Gospel account, he used a Greek tense that implies repeated action. Jesus wasn’t telling the disciples to wash each other’s feet once, but repeatedly. There are two big lessons here as well : 1. Foot washing is an annual reminder. Jesus expected the disciples to continue observing the yearly Passover. He intended these new symbols—the bread, the wine and the foot washing—to remind His disciples of the spiritual significance of the Passover ceremony year after year. He was about to become the Passover Lamb, and He left His disciples instructions to eat the bread and drink the wine in remembrance of Him (1 Corinthians 11:24-25) and to “wash one another’s feet.” Today, some 2, 000 years later, baptized Christians around the world still come together once a year to do exactly that—to commemorate the death of Jesus Christ by eating the bread that symbolizes His body, drinking the wine that symbolizes His blood, and washing each other’s feet as a symbol of Christ’s attitude of humble service. 2. Foot washing represents an ongoing attitude of humility. Even though the actual foot washing happens only once a year, the foot-washing mindset—a mindset of humility and service—ought to be a continual, year-round habit. Jesus, the One who taught us to make foot washing an annual practice, also gave us an example of a life lived in service to others. His instruction—“For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you” (John 13:15)—is about more than an annual ceremony. It’s about a way of life. Foot washing was the act of a servant. In fact, in some ways, it was even beneath a servant. Paul urged the Philippians to “complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:2-4, English Standard Version). When we look at others as being more significant than ourselves—when we actively look for ways to serve their interests instead of only our own—we begin to develop the mindset of humility and service “which was also in Christ Jesus” (verse 5). Jesus also told His disciples, “Whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant. And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your slave—just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:26-28). As the Son of God, Jesus had every right to come to earth demanding—and deserving—the service of others. But that’s not what He did. He served. And He told us to serve too. In the eyes of God, greatness is service. More than a once-a-year act, the foot-washing mindset ought to prompt us to look for opportunities to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ. And like foot washing, that service should be a repeated, habitual action—not a one-time event. To learn ways we can serve, read “Serving God: Eyes, Ears and Mouth” and “Serving God: Hands and Feet.” Tips for maintaining a foot-washing mindset The foot-washing mindset doesn’t come naturally to most of us. Serving others takes humility and effort. Our human nature naturally leads us to put our needs first, before the needs of others. That’s why being mindful of the needs of others takes effort. Here are some steps we can each take to build and maintain the foot-washing mindset Jesus wants from His disciples: 1. Treat each other as connected Paul explained to the Corinthian believers that “there are many members, yet one body” (1 Corinthians 12:20). When we become part of God’s Church, we join a spiritual body in which every Christian is connected. It’s a two-way street: what affects our neighbors affects us; what affects us affects our neighbors. As Paul put it, “If one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it” (verse 26). When we serve others, we help the whole body—and that includes ourselves. A single act of service can overflow into the lives of countless others as we continue to “grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love” (Ephesians 4:15-16, ESV). The foot-washing mindset should lead us to serve others simply because we want to do good—but it helps to remember that the good we’re doing benefits the entire Body of Christ. 2. Plant now what you’d like to harvest later Serving others is a lot like planting a seed. Sometimes, we can find ourselves serving and wondering if we’re really accomplishing anything useful. A farmer, likewise, “waits for the precious fruit of the earth, waiting patiently for it until it receives the early and latter rain” (James 5:7). The foot-washing mindset should lead us to serve others now, knowing that we are planting seeds of kindness, compassion and generosity that will yield a harvest in the future. In both cases, the harvest is coming—and “he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully” (2 Corinthians 9:6). We might not see the results of our service for months, years or even decades—but that doesn’t mean the seeds aren’t worth planting: “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap... And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith” (Galatians 6:7, 9-10). The foot-washing mindset should lead us to serve others now, knowing that we are planting seeds of kindness, compassion and generosity that will yield a harvest in the future—in our lives and in the lives of others. 3. Following Jesus is more than an intellectual pursuit An important part of being a Christian is studying the Bible—the Word of God. But an even more important part is doing the Word of God. James reminded the Church that we must “be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22). We can’t be Christians if our studying never translates into action. Jesus gave a chilling warning about the judgment He would pass on Christians who failed to serve: “Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels: for I was hungry and you gave Me no food; I was thirsty and you gave Me no drink; I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, naked and you did not clothe Me, sick and in prison and you did not visit Me” (Matthew 25:41-43). He clarified that when we fail to serve “the least of these My brethren” (verse 40, compare verse 45), we fail to serve Him. The foot-washing mindset keeps us focused on the fact that when we serve our brothers and sisters in the Church, we’re actually serving Jesus Christ—and when we neglect them, we’re actually neglecting Jesus Christ. “You also ought to wash one another’s feet” The command to wash each other’s feet carries huge implications for all Christians. The fact that we are to continue washing each other’s feet ties into the fact that God expects all baptized Christians to be attending the annual Passover service, sharing the important symbols of the blood and body of Jesus Christ. But it also ties into the fact that we must be developing a foot-washing mindset—a continual focus on serving others the way Jesus served us, giving of our time and energy to help when and where we can. The more we learn to do this, the better we will fulfill our Teacher’s instruction: “Do as I have done to you.” saved people want to obey God. Dear Brothers and Sisters, take time to pray for each one who comes to the Lord, Why not read this as you get ready for the Communion and Foot washing, Look in In the Mark account of another occasion, Mary, the sister of Lazarus, even poured the perfume on Jesus’ head (Mark 14:3). How can we anoint the minds of our brethren, as suggested by the head? Perhaps by praying for our brethren’s strength, that they might endure all for CHRIST. “Indeed, all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” (2 Timothy 3:12) “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps…” (1 Peter 2:21) As the washing of another’s feet is not a glamorous work, and considering the imperfections that each of us have, it takes a large measure of love, phileo and AGAPE love, and humility, to press forward in striving to serve our brethren. Let us not allow differences along one line or another, nor misunderstandings, hinder us from seeking to do good unto all that we have opportunity, especially the household of faith. (Galatians 6:10, 1 Peter 3:11, Psalm 34:14, Micah 6:8) So what can each one of us do? We can be the person who God look down on this earth and see us Desiring and maintaining loving fellowship with the members of Christ’s body as did Jesus spend in that upper room SERVING his disciples; Praying for each other, as our Lord Jesus taught in his prayer in John 17. Encouraging each other to fight the good fight of faith and become transformed in newness of life by renewing the mind when we dwell on things that are above. For example, “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:19). Within the ecclesia and among those with whom we have frequent fellowship, if we are actively engaged in promoting one another’s spiritual growth and development, we should be able to appreciate that all of our brethren have certain qualities, graces, or attributes that can benefit us; and we, likewise, should be on the alert as to how we can be of help to them. Until next time The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd 463-East High st, Owingsville Ky, 859-274-2617. See you at the Washing of each other's Feet. 7 o'clock Wednesday three days and three nights before Easter Sunday.

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WHY KEEP EASTER??? Easter celebrates Jesus’ resurrection. His cruel death by crucifixion took place at the same time as the Jewish holy celebration of Passover. From the Elder Rev> Simon Kidd. What they had been symbolizing for over one thousand years with the killing of sacrificial lambs and the Passover supper was now happening to the Lamb of God. On the very evening and the days of unleavened bread the Hebrews were given all these holy days called feast day as their way to salvation under the old Covenant. This Christmas Jesus came to fulfill those Holy Days, and give us an all Christian and all New Covenant. What they had been symbolizing for over one thousand years with the killing of sacrificial lambs and the Passover supper was now happening to the Lamb of God. On the very evening and at the very hour that people throughout the land were selecting and slaughtering Passover lambs, Jesus was crucified. The way Jesus died also fulfilled many other Old Testament prophecies in amazing detail. “He was led as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers was silent, so He opened not His mouth” (Isaiah 53:7). When Jesus stood trial for His life before the governor, Pontius Pilate, Jesus didn’t speak in His own defense (Matthew 27:12-14). About one thousand years before crucifixion became a usual means of execution in the Roman Empire, King David wrote of the Messiah: “All my bones are out of joint. … They pierced My hands and My feet” (Psalm 22:14, 16). In death by crucifixion, the weight of the victim’s body pulls his arms out of their sockets. Most of the condemned were tied to their crosses, but Jesus was nailed to His-through the hands and feet. It was also customary for the Romans to break the legs of those who had been hanging on their crosses for hours but hadn’t died yet. The lack of support for the body caused the windpipe and lungs to collapse, and hastened their deaths. But when the Roman executioners came to do this to Jesus, they found that He was already dead. Thus another Bible prophecy was fulfilled: “ guards all His bones; not one of them is broken” (Psalm 34:20). God had to temporarily turn His back on His own Son so Jesus might die the death of the sinner. Instead, just to make sure Jesus was dead, one of the Romans thrust a spear into Jesus’ side, piercing His heart. “And immediately blood and water came out” (John 19:34). This fulfilled the scripture, “I am poured out like water … My heart has melted within Me” (Psalm 22:14). One would expect blood to flow from a spear wound, but not water. Where did that come from? Medical science has found that people who die in great anguish of heart often have an accumulation of water around the heart. Jesus died of a broken heart-for you and me. Jesus also died feeling like the lost sinner. He went through an experience that, thank God, we will never have to go through-not just crucifixion, not just agony of body, but agony of mind and spirit, feeling that God had deserted Him. As He died, “Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, ‘Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? ’ that is, ‘My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me? ’” (Matthew 27:46). Has God forsaken Him? Yes, momentarily He had. He had to, that Jesus might die like a sinner dies, without God. Think of it: Jesus died the death of the unsaved, in agony! God had to temporarily turn His back on His own Son so Jesus might die the death of the sinner. Did God answer Jesus on the cross? There’s no record of an answer. Jesus felt that God had deserted Him at that moment when He needed Him most. Jesus suffered the spiritual agony of the dying sinner-lost, without salvation, without God, dying for his sins. Only in Jesus’ case He was dying for our sins, the sins of the whole world. He was willing to go through all that so we could be forgiven and have eternal life. Such love! “And they made His grave with the wicked-but with the rich at His death” (Isaiah 53:9). Jesus was unjustly condemned and crucified between two common criminals (Matthew 27:38). Yet after His death, a rich man who was among Jesus’ followers, Joseph of Arimathea, laid Jesus’ body in his own new tomb (Matthew 27:57-60). After Jesus’ body was laid in the tomb, to make sure His disciples didn’t steal His body and claim He’d risen from the dead, the tomb was sealed and some Roman soldiers stood guard (Matthew 27:62-66). Three days later, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came at dawn to the tomb, and an angel appeared and rolled the stone away. When the Roman guards saw the angel, “they shook for fear of him, and became as dead men.” But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid. … Jesus is not here; for He is risen, as He said.” And the angel showed the women where Jesus’ body had lain (Matthew 28:1-8). Jesus had risen from the dead! No one can take this out of the Bible. God’s answers. On, The Easter Jesus??? Easter Bible Verses - “He is not here; he has risen! " 1. “As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on the right side, and they were alarmed. "Don't be alarmed, " he said. "You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him. But go, tell his disciples…'” Mark 16:5-7 2. “He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.'” Luke 24:6-7 3. “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.” Matthew 28:6 4. “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, ” John 11:25 5. “And God raised the Lord and will also raise us up by his power.” 1 Corinthians 6:14 "...and I will raise him on the last day.” - Easter Promise Scriptures 6. “We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his.” Romans 6:4-5 7. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, ” 1 Peter 1:3 8. “For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.” John 6:40 9. “For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep.” 1 Thessalonians 4:14 10. “If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.” Romans 8:11 "... just as the Scriptures said.” - Scripture Prophecy of the Resurrection 11. “For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at last he will stand upon the earth…” Job 19:25 12. “That you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come.” Ephesians 1:18-21 13. “That I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, ” Philippians 3:10 14. “He was buried, and he was raised from the dead on the third day, just as the Scriptures said.” 1 Corinthians 15:4 15. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you.” 1 Peter 1:3-4 Easter Bible Verses & Scripture - "...God will wipe away tears..." 16. “And with great power the apostles were giving their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all.” Acts 4:33 17. “Now if we die with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God. In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.” Romans 6:8-11 18. “And Jesus Christ our Lord was shown to be the Son of God when God powerfully raised him from the dead by means of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 1:4 19. “Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised— who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us.” Romans 8:34 20. “He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from all faces.” Isaiah 25:8 "...God raised him from the dead..." - Resurrection Power Bible Verses 21. “For as by a man came death, by a man came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ shall all be made alive.” 1 Corinthians 15:21-22 22. “We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion over him.” Romans 6:9 23. “He was delivered up for our trespasses and raised for our justification.” Romans 4:25 24. “Having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through your faith in the working of God, who raised him from the dead.” Colossians 2:12 25. “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” Romans 10:9 An Empty Tomb and a Risen King This Sunday is one for celebrating-- our Savior, Jesus Christ, has conquered death and the grave once and for all! Hallelujah, He has risen indeed! Easter - the Resurrection of Jesus Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, John 20-21, Acts 1 The Tomb Is Empty! Jesus' body was hastily placed in a tomb on Friday afternoon. There was no time to properly prepare the body for burial with spices and ointments according to Jewish customs. No work could be done on the Sabbath, so that task had to wait until Sunday. Early Sunday morning, Mary Magdalene and several other women went to the tomb with the spices they had prepared. When they arrived, they found the tomb had been opened already. When they went in, they did not find Jesus' body, and they wondered what had happened. Suddenly, two angels in dazzling white clothes were there. The women were terrified, but the angels said to them, "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen! Remember how He told you that He would be turned over to sinful men, be crucified, and rise again on the third day! " The women ran back to tell Jesus' apostles what they had seen. Peter and one other apostle went to the tomb to see for themselves. They looked in and saw the linen cloths that Jesus' body had been wrapped in but nothing else. Then they went home, amazed and confused. Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene. When Peter and the other apostle went home, Mary Magdalene stayed outside the tomb crying. Suddenly she saw Jesus standing there, but she did not recognize Him at first. Jesus said to her, "Woman, why are you crying? Who are you looking for? " Mary thought He must be the gardener and said, "Sir, if you have taken Him away, tell me where, and I will take Him! " Jesus said, "Mary! " Then she recognized Him and exclaimed, "Master! " Jesus said, "Don't hold on to me, because I have not yet returned to the Father. But go to my disciples and tell them, 'I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'" Then Mary Magdalene went and said to the disciples, "I have seen the Lord! ", and she told them everything that had happened. Jesus Talks with Two Disciples on the Road to Emmaus Later that same Sunday, two of Jesus' disciples, Cleopas and another man, were walking along the road to a village called Emmaus, which was about seven miles (11 km) from Jerusalem. All day they had been talking and wondering about all the things that had happened. Jesus talks with two disciples on the road to Emmaus. Suddenly, Jesus was there with them, but they did not recognize Him. "What are you talking about as you walk along? " He asked. The two disciples looked sad. Cleopas asked, "Are you the only one in Jerusalem who doesn't know the things that have happened there in the last few days? " "What things? " Jesus asked. "The things about Jesus of Nazareth, who was a great prophet before God and all the people, and how our chief priests and leaders handed Him over to be crucified. We had hoped that He was the one to redeem Israel. Yes, and besides, it is now the third day since all of this happened. And now, some women in our group amazed us. They went to His tomb early this morning, but they did not find His body there. They came back and told us that they had seen angels there who said He was alive. Some of those who were with us went to the tomb and found it just as the women said, but they did not see Jesus." Then Jesus said to them, "Oh you are so foolish, and slow of heart to believe in all that the prophets have spoken! Wasn't it necessary for Christ to suffer those things and enter into His glory? " As they came near the village of Emmaus, the two disciples said to Jesus, "Stay with us, because it is late and the day is now nearly over." So Jesus went in to stay with them. As they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed it and broke it, and gave it to them. Suddenly they recognized Him as Jesus, and He vanished from their sight. The two disciples quickly returned to Jerusalem and found the eleven apostles and some of Jesus' other followers gathered together. The apostles told them, "It's true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Peter." Then the two disciples told everything that had happened on the road to Emmaus. Jesus Appears to the ApostlesThat same Sunday evening most of the apostles were together. They had locked themselves in a room in fear that the religious leaders would want them crucified next. Suddenly, Jesus was there among them. He said, "Peace be with you." Jesus showed them the wounds from crucifixion in his side and hands. The apostles were overjoyed to see Jesus alive again. Jesus said again, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you." The apostle Thomas was not with the others when Jesus appeared to them. So the others told him, "We have seen the Lord." But Thomas said, "Unless I see the nail marks in His hands, and put my finger in the nail holes and my hand in the wound in His side, I will not believe it." A week later the apostles were again locked in the same room, and Thomas was with them. Jesus again came and stood among them and said, "Peace be with you." Then Jesus said to Thomas, "Put your finger here and look at my hands. Put your hand by my side. Don't doubt it any more. Believe! " All Thomas could say was, "My Lord and my God! " Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen? Blessed are those who have not seen but have come to believe." Jesus Ascends to Heaven Jesus remained on earth for 40 days after He was resurrected from the dead on that Sunday morning (Acts 1:3). He appeared again to the apostles at the Sea of Tiberias (Sea of Galilee) and on a mountainside in Galilee. He also appeared to more than 500 others (1 Corinthians 15:6). Jesus' parting words to His disciples were, All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. (, Matthew 28:18-20) When it was time for Jesus to return to heaven, He led His disciples out to a place near Bethany, a village on the slopes of the Mount of Olives about 2 miles (3 km) from Jerusalem. Jesus lifted up His hands and blessed them. Then He ascended to heaven, and the disciples lost sight of Him in a cloud. Questions What Is Easter? Easter Sunday is the most holy day of the year for Christians. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus. Early Christians celebrated Jesus' resurrection on or near the date of the Jewish Passover, and there is no mention of a separate Easter celebration in the Bible. Due to the use of different calendar systems over the years, the dates of Passover and Easter have drifted apart. Western churches now celebrate Easter on the first Sunday after the full moon that comes on or after the vernal equinox marking the beginning of Spring. That date may be anywhere between March 22 and April 25. Why Did the Disciples Have Trouble Recognizing Jesus After He Rose from the Dead? Mary Magdalene had been crying (John 20:11), and the tears in her eyes could explain why she didn't recognize Jesus at first. We could infer from Luke 24:16 that God prevented the two disciples on the road to Emmaus from recognizing Jesus at first. But Mark 16:12 suggests Jesus' appearance was somehow different after He rose from the dead. These two disciples were not part of Jesus' inner circle, and they may not have been very familiar with Jesus' face and voice. A natural reluctance to believe anyone could rise from the dead (John 20:24-25) may have made it difficult for the disciples to believe they were really seeing Jesus again. Why Wasn't Jesus in the Tomb "Three Days and Three Nights" as Had Been Prophesied? We would think of "three days and three nights" (Matthew 12:40) as meaning three whole 24-hour periods. But "day and night" was actually a figure of speech from that time in history that could mean any part of a day (Esther 4:16, 5:1, 2 Chronicles 10:5, 10:12). Jesus was in the tomb on parts of three days - Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Lessons The death and resurrection of Jesus are the central events of the Christian faith. The miraculous resurrection gave assurance to Jesus' disciples, and to Christians of all times, that Jesus really is the Son of God. It verified His prophecies (Matthew 16:21, Luke 18:31-33) and gave authority to His teachings. Jesus defeated the power of sin and death. If God could raise Jesus from the dead, then we, too, have reason to hope that we will be raised to live eternally in God's presence.

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Dear Elder? We had to change where we attend Church, because of end time teachings Every week it was this war or that war, the end of time is only known by Him, because He only was the concrete, safe teacher, and if we did not follow him we would not be saved. We do not read that an end time person will have all the answers. So can you help us, by pointing to what the Bible says about the return of our Lord. From the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St, Owingsville Ky. 859-274-2617 Email [email protected] The Blevins valley answer! There is a Church out in Blevins Valley, Bath County, Kentucky that has this saying on its Sign It’s all about Jesus. When you say, This we have, not read in the bible, The scripture tells us that He has said this, THE Promise that, He Jesus, will return. Is very real… but yes it is not up to men to make it happen. If you going somewhere else, just remember this, You need to understand that God consists of three equal persons: God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. This is called the “Trinity”. But what exactly is the Trinity? It’s hard to understand. Some theologians compare it to water, ice, mist or all the pieces of an egg: shell, yolk, egg white. They all have their own purpose separately and their own purpose together. God just tells us what He is to us. Beware, WHEN YOU ARE LOOKING AROUND for a new place, to have church with God’s people. So His word points to one who is God the Father who we see mainly in the first half of the Bible and learn that he is holy, faithful, just, all-knowing, and a father figure to his children. And the good news for us is that if we are believers in Jesus, He embodies the role of our father as well. When we see it's all about Jesus. You need to have a big picture understanding to know His importance. So, in the beginning God created Adam and Eve. I’ll dive more into this in other teachings. Adam made the choice to sin, but basically they went against God’s plan for them and all of humanity began to fall apart don’t let your life fall apart. Remember that God chose a man named Abraham who he was going to create a whole nation of holy people through called saved people. BUT the people in the old Covenant disobeyed as well, as Adam. Then in the second part of the Bible we are introduced to a man named Jesus. This is the Messiah, the Savior, the Chosen One that the people had been waiting for to redeem humanity. Silliness Action, and a better that anyone else took their ability to the very savior, who was there in front of them. It’s all About Jesus. He was a person who came in the flesh, He knows pain, He knows loss, He knows trouble, He knows where hate is It all about Jesus who do you want to be there at the end of your life? . It's all about Jesus! He ended up being crucified for the sins of mankind that is all of us, and because of this, if we accept Jesus into our hearts, we are now viewed as holy and blameless in the eyes of God the Father. It’s all about Jesus. Acts 4:12 JOHN 3:15-17. Rom. 10:9-13 It's all about Jesus. There is a Church out in Blevins Valley, Bath County, Kentucky that has this saying on its Sign It’s all about Jesus. So stop and think and remember this, about the The Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is God’s presence on earth. When you become a follower of Jesus, the Holy Spirit comes into your life and helps you become more like this Jesus and brings us to the understanding it's all about Jesus. Standing on what the Bible says is what God tells, The Bible is His very word to us all. The Bible is God’s Word. It tells the story of God’s love for humanity. It’s accurate, authoritative, inspired by the Holy Spirit and applicable to our everyday lives. We should spend time studying it every day. Stay with Prayer in your daily life. Prayer is a conversation with God. As a Christian, you have direct access to Him and He wants you to be as transparent and open as possible. Nothing scares Him away. Remember God’s Grace. Grace is the unmerited favor of God upon our lives. It’s what saves us. When we trust in Jesus to save us, God by His grace forgives us of our sins and transforms us into new creations completely…the old is gone, the new has come. Grace also equips us to walk out the plans God has for our lives. We don’t deserve it, but God gives it to us anyway because He loves us unconditionally. Don’t turn from Community. God calling us to a Christian community will change your life. There’s nothing like it when it’s done well. Every Christian should be plugged into a community in order to help you when you are down, build you up, be a shoulder to cry on, celebrate alongside you, and answer your questions about God. So pick a church in your area, serve on a team, attend a small group, take next steps classes, or just start hanging out with people. Surrounding yourself with other believers is everything. That’s it! Those are the basics that every Christian should know. If you have not yet accepted Jesus into your heart, the next step on your faith journey is to begin a personal relationship with God. It’s all about Jesus. As Christians, we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. Jesus died and rose again just to pay the price for our sins. Salvation doesn’t come from our good deeds or by doing anything special, it’s a free gift from God just because He loves us so much. We need to turn away from our sins, believe that Jesus Christ is God’s Son and our Savior, and submit to Him as Lord of our lives. By doing so, we receive salvation and eternal life. How awesome is that! If this is something you want for your life, repeat this prayer: “Jesus, I believe that you are the Son of God and Savior of the world. I believe that you died for my sins and rose from the dead. I believe that through your sacrifice, I am a new person. Forgive me for my sin and fill me with your Spirit. Today, I choose to follow you for the rest of my life as Lord of my life. Amen.” It is not men who make such a thing happen. It never was. Fake teachers love fear it does work, and makes them money. That next war, or what this country or that one does, is not and answer to the end of time, The Rapture has to come first before the end of Time begins, Jesus will come for His saved Church people, The Great Tribulation will come, but all human can be saved now before this happens, if they John 3:16- through what God says, in Acts 4:12 no matter what Bible one picks up it read the same, Look at this, Men are not the answer Jesus is, it's all about Jesus. Don’t want to go through the Great tribulation, It’s all about Jesus. Get any Bible and Read it. Acts 4:12 — English Standard Version (ESV) 12 And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 — King James Version (KJV 1900) 12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Acts 4:12 — New Living Translation (NLT) 12 There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 — The New King James Version (NKJV) 12 Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 — New Century Version (NCV) 12 Jesus is the only One who can save people. No one else in the world is able to save us.” Acts 4:12 — American Standard Version (ASV) 12 And in none other is there salvation: for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, wherein we must be saved. Acts 4:12 — 1890 Darby Bible (DARBY) 12 And salvation is in none other, for neither is there another name under heaven which is given among men by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12 — GOD’S WORD Translation (GW) 12 No one else can save us. Indeed, we can be saved only by the power of the one named Jesus and not by any other person.” Acts 4:12 — The Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 12 There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people, and we must be saved by it.” Acts 4:12 — The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 12 There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among mortals by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 — The Lexham English Bible (LEB) 12 And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among people by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 — New International Reader’s Version (1998) (NIrV) 12 You can’t be saved by believing in anyone else. God has given us no other name under heaven that will save us.” Acts 4:12 — New American Standard Bible: 1995 Update (NASB95) 12 “And there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved.” The Promise of His Return, The Timing of His Return, The Manner of His Return, and Our Preparation for His Return. All are very clear if anyone wants to know. Beware of fake people who say they have God and you have to get Him through Them. it is not so, and God is there for anyone who John 3:16. Remember this Warnings about the second coming of Jesus? There are many confusing non-biblical theories about the second coming of Christ which distract many people. Will He appear spiritually to only a select few? Will Jesus’ second coming only be in certain physical locations? Will Jesus appear in the desert? Jesus warned about deceptions in the last days. In fact, in Matthew 24:4-5, Jesus cautions believers not to be deceived by people coming in the name of Jesus claiming to be Christ. Therefore, our only safeguard is to turn to the Bible alone for answers. Will Jesus come back? Yes and it will not be secretly All eyes will see this come to pass. Many people ask, how many people will see Jesus when He returns? Christ’s second coming will be bright, loud and glorious. This event cannot be hidden, every human on planet earth will see Jesus. He will come back personally and literally. Revelation 1:7 says, “Behold, He is coming with clouds, and every eye will see Him.” There will not be a person on earth who is unaware of Jesus’ return. Jesus Himself describes the manner of His coming. Matthew 24:27 states that the return of Christ will be like the brightness of lightning illuminating the entire sky from the east to the west. Verses 30 and 31 of the same chapter describe Jesus coming with power and great glory and with the sound of a great trumpet, that awakens the righteous dead who are then gathered from the ends of the earth. In fact, Jesus promised His disciples that He would come again. John 14:1-3 says, “Let not your heart be troubled...In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.” When you read this, "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also." You should have this, Reflection: This verse encapsulates the promise of Jesus' return, emphasizing the personal and relational aspect of His second coming. It reassures believers of the intimate fellowship awaiting them with Christ. There is nothing in it that says a man will come alone and tell you when it is going to happen. Read all of these words from God and Jesus in the Scriptures. John 14:3 Acts 1:11 Titus 2:13 Hebrews 9:28 Matthew 24:36 2 Peter 3:10 1 Thessalonians 5:2 Mark 13:32-33 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Matthew 24:27 Revelation 1:7 Matthew 25:31 Matthew 24:42 2 Peter 3:11-12 1 John 3:2-3 Luke 21:36 Revelation 22:12 1 Corinthians 1:7-8 Philippians 3:20-21 James 5:7-8 2 Timothy 4:8 1 Thessalonians 5:6 Matthew 24:44 Luke 12:40 When you read Acts 1:11 "Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven." Your should have had a Reflection: Like This, This verse alone serves as a direct assurance from the angels to the disciples, affirming that Jesus will return in a visible and glorious manner, mirroring the way He ascended into heaven. What about when you read Titus 2:13 "Waiting for our blessed hope, the appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ." Reflection: This verse calls Christians to live in hopeful anticipation of Christ's return, highlighting it as the culmination of our salvation and the ultimate manifestation of God’s glory. Hebrews 9:28 "So Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him." Reflection: This verse contrasts Christ’s first and second coming, emphasizing that His return will be for the salvation of those who faithfully await Him, completing the work of redemption. The Timing Of His Return Matthew 24:36 It is not up to men. This is why you knew He was wrong, "But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only." Your Reflection: This verse emphasizes the unpredictability of the timing of Jesus’ return, encouraging vigilance and readiness among believers. 2 Peter 3:10 "But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed." Your Reflection: This verse paints a vivid picture of the suddenness and the transformative nature of the Lord's return, underscoring the importance of living in godliness and holiness. 1 Thessalonians 5:2 "For you yourselves are fully aware that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night." Reflection: Similar to 2 Peter 3:10, this verse highlights the element of surprise in Jesus’ return, calling for constant spiritual alertness. Mark 13:32-33 "But concerning that day or that hour, no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be on guard, keep awake. For you do not know when the time will come." And yes He has already told us The Manner Of His Return all eyes will see this. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 "For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord." Reflection: This verse vividly describes the dramatic and powerful manner of Jesus’ return, highlighting the resurrection of believers and the eternal union with Christ that follows. Matthew 24:27 "For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man." Your Reflection: This verse uses the imagery of lightning to convey the unmistakable and all-encompassing visibility of Jesus’ return, signifying its universal impact. How should we live while we wait? Christians should be on guard, watching and praying until the day of the Lord. The Bible says in Luke 21:34-36, “But take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly. For it will come as a snare on all those who dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.” How will Jesus come back? We know Jesus’ second coming will be a literal event and will be just like He went to heaven the first time. Acts 1:9-11 says the following, “Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, ‘Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.’” Will the angels come back with Jesus? The Bible says that the angels will return with Jesus and they will come with a loud sound of the trumpet to gather from the whole earth those who have died in Christ. (Matt 16:27; 24:31; 25:31) What happens to the righteous at the second coming? At Jesus’ second coming the righteous dead will be raised to life and taken up to heaven along with the righteous who are still alive on the earth. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 says, “For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord.” Are the wicked destroyed by Christ’s coming? When Jesus returns to earth the wicked who are left alive will call for the rocks and hills to fall on them because they cannot look upon the face of Christ (Revelation 6:15-17). The wicked will be destroyed with everlasting destruction because they did not know God or obey the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ (2 Thessalonians 1:7-10). When will we get immortal bodies? At the moment of Jesus’ second coming, at the last trump, the mortal bodies of the saved will be transformed and they will receive immortal bodies. 1 Corinthians 15:52-53 says, “In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.” Why is Jesus coming back? Because He said He would. The Bible says that Jesus is coming back to reward the inhabitants of the earth and bring many back to heaven with Him (Revelation 22:12). The Bible also says in Matthew 25:34, “Then the King will say to those on His right hand, ‘Come, you blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.’” Jesus, more than anything, wants to spend time with you. He invites you to return to heaven with Him to enjoy an eternity with no more tears, pain or suffering. What would keep you from accepting the invitation of Christ? What would keep you from putting Him first in your life? What would be more important than saying, “I want to pattern my life after Jesus and soon live with Him forever? ” Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd.

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When anyone has Faith in God and repents God brings them to that place where they can see the true GOD From the Elder, Rev. Simon Kidd 3/22/24 More on that Easter Jesus! When this happens a person is returned to where they can see that there is only one true, living and eternal God and that the Godhead is revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. And to serve God one will need to have protection, and He has made that possible like this, “ Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” -Ephesians 6:10-11. The true God is calling from above, that is the deep above is calling to the deep in you, and He wants all of us, to repent and be saved from our past so, 1) That we will forsake all unrighteousness, even the appearance of evil. We will abstain from all questionable pursuits and pleasures; we will forgo all hurtful habits; we will avoid all evil associations. 2) That we will follow earnestly after righteousness and true holiness in the fear and love of God. We will seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, trusting that all needful and helpful things will be added to us; we will seek entire consecration to God; we will seek the constant abiding of Divine Life within us; and we will be satisfied only when we have evidence that we please God and are accepted of Him. 3) That we will faithfully improve all means of grace. We will attend and support the services of the church people no matter where they are, and who they are., we support the preaching only if what we hear is what we can read in the Bible, the social services that we support is to the poor, the business meetings are not to be under the slick Clergy, ; we will contribute freely of our means for the advancement of the Gospel;, but will not pay a new Covenant Tithe, and we will cooperate with our brethren in every enterprise having for its end the glory of God and the salvation of men. 4) That we will be Christ-like in our conduct. We will be tender and affectionate toward each other; we will be careful of each other’s reputation, thinking no evil, and backbiting not with our tongues; we will return good for evil; we will be just and honest, truthful and honorable in all our dealings; we will be meek, loving and forgiving as we desire and hope to be forgiven. 5) That we will be faithful, Christian workers. We will do whatever Christian work comes to hand, shunning no cross, shirking no duty; we will even seek opportunities to do good, glorify God and save souls; We will only Have the One God, and Him alone as God, we will not let men come between us and our God, so we will Believe is only, A. One True and Eternal God just as the Bible says.: Deuteronomy 6:4; 33:27; Jeremiah 10:10; Matthew 3:15-16; 28:19; Mark 12:29; John 14:9-11; I Thessalonians 1:9; Timothy 1:17; 2:5; 6:7; Hebrews 1:1-13; 3:12 B The Godhead: in three persons is what we are given. 1) God as Father: Genesis 1:1; Matthew 6:9; Ephesians 4:6 2) God as Son: Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 16:16; John 1:1; 3:14, 16; 14:28; I Corinthians 15:28; Hebrews 1:18 a) Virgin Birth of Jesus: Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 3) God as Holy Spirit: John 14:16, 26; Acts 1:5, 8; 2:1-4; Romans 8:16 Their Guide is, The Bible So one will only stand on the fact that the Holy Scriptures are the Old and New Testaments; the inspired and infallible Word of God and therein is found the only reliable guide of Christian faith and its conduct. A. The Inspired Revelation: Luke 24:44-46; Romans 16:25-26; II Timothy 3:15-17; Hebrews 1:1-2; II Peter 1:20-21 B. The Infallible Word: Isaiah 40:8; Luke 21:33; John 17:17; Titus 1:2; I Peter 1:25 C. The Reliable Guide: Deuteronomy 6:6-9; Psalms 19:7-10; 119:105; 140; John 5:39; Acts 17:11-12; Romans 10:14-15; 15:14; II Timothy 3:16-17 When God is in our forgiveness we see we are still just a Mankind, not a super saved person, and not a God, but still just flesh and blood, with a Soul. This lets us see that God created man in his own image to bring Him honor through obedience and that when man disobeyed; he became a fallen and sinful creature, unable to save himself. And that we all do need a Savior, and God sent one for that purpose, and He is that Christmas Jesus.just as Luke 2:1-22 says He is. As God forgives he made a way for those who are not accountable, that is infants, are in the covenant of God’s grace and that all persons become accountable to God when they reach a state of moral responsibility. A. Man’s Origin: Genesis 1:26-27; 2:7; Psalms 8:5 B. Man’s Purpose: Genesis 1:28-31; 2:15-25; Isaiah 43:7 C. Man’s Sin: Genesis 3: 1-24; Psalms 51:5; Jeremiah 13:23; Romans 1:18-3:23; 5:12-21; 7:1-25 D. Man’s Accountability: Matthew 19:13-15; Romans 4:15; 5:13; 6:16; Hebrews 11:24-26 God’s will is Salvation for all humankind. But as John 3:16 and Acts 4:12 says, Jesus is that way into His plan to save us, He way to that salvation, is (regeneration, sanctification, justification and redemption) this is His word not a man's way. This has been provided for all mankind through the redemptive work (life, death, resurrection, ascension and intercession) of Jesus Christ, and that this Salvation can be received only through repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ. A. Salvation: Hebrews 5:9; 7:25; I Thessalonians 5:9; I Peter 1:9 B. Regeneration: John 3:3-8; 1:11-13; I Peter 1:23; Ephesians 2:1-10; II Corinthians 5:17; II Peter 1:4; Titus 3:5 C. Sanctification: I Corinthians 1:30; Ephesians 5:26; Hebrews 10:9-10, 29; 13:12; II Timothy 2:21; Romans 12:1-2; I Peter 1:2 D. Justification: Romans 3:20-24; 5:1-2; 18; 8:30-33; Acts 13:38-39; I Corinthians 6:11; II Corinthians 5:21 E. Redemption: Matthew 20:28; Isaiah 53:6; Colossians 1:14; Titus 2:14; I Peter 1:18-19; Revelation 5:9 F. Christ Redemptive Work: John 3:16; Romans 5:8; Hebrews 2:9; Revelation 22:17; II Peter 3:9; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9 G. Life and Death: Romans 5:10; Hebrews 9:12-15; John 10:11; I John 3:16 H. Resurrection: Romans 4:25; I Peter 1:3; I Corinthians 15:14, 17 I. Ascension: Hebrews 4:14-16; 6:19-20; 9:24; 10:11-12 J. Intercession: Romans 8:34; Hebrews 9:15; Isaiah 53:12; I Timothy 2:5 K. Repentance: Isaiah 55:6-7; Luke 24:47; 13: 3-5; Acts 2:38; I Thessalonians 1:9-10 L. Faith: John 3:16-18; Hebrews 11:1; 6; I Peter 1:5 All the way until the end of this Human time where we are in the body, and soul, is what He requires of us. It's clear as one reads the bible, that those that abide in Christ have the assurance of salvation when the body and soul become two, or at death.. However, we all have been Given liberty in Christ, and that is Free Will, so that the Christian retains his/her freedom of choice; therefore, it is possible for him/her to turn away from God and be finally lost. God is not making anyone choose Him. Even some angels turned away from Him and became Evil and were cast out of Heaven, and He will not let sin return to heaven, that is why the body stays here on earth at death, and just that saved soul Goes back to God in Heaven. If we stay with Him alway until death we have His Assurance: Matthew 28:20; I Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 5:9 B. He does ask for our, Endurance: Matthew 10:33; Luke 9:62; Colossians 1:23; Revelations 2:10-11; 3:3-5 C. He give us all a Warnings: John 15:6; Romans 11:20-23; Galatians 5:4; Hebrews 3:12; 10:26-29; II Peter 2:20-21 D. There is a Finally Lost: John 15:6; I Corinthians 9:27; Hebrews 6:4-6 All saved people Have many Christian Duties God will have it no other way. He says that Christians should live faithfully by serving in and through the local church if possible, praying diligently, witnessing earnestly, practicing tolerance, showing loving kindness, giving to those in need, as God prospers and conducting themselves in such a way as to bring glory to God. A. Faithful Service: I Chronicles 16:11; Psalms 101:6; Matthew 28:18-20; John 15:7-14; Romans 12:14; I Corinthians 13; II Corinthians 8, 9; Ephesians 4, 6; Hebrews 12:1 B. Prayer: II Chronicles 7:14; Daniel 6:10; Matthew 6:1-13; 26:41; Luke 18:1; I Thessalonians 5:17 C. Witnessing: Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 1:8 D. Tolerance: Matthew 18:15-17; Luke 10:27; Galatians 5:22-23; II Peter 1:5-9 E. Loving Kindness: John 13:35; I John 3:11; 4:7, 11-12 F. Financial Stewardship: as God calls it is where a person does for real follow 1 Timothy 5: 5-8 Matthew 23:23; I Corinthians 16:2; II Corinthians 9:6-7 The Church is not the boss over anyone's salvation. In the Scripture we read a person can have church anywhere, as Metthew 18:20 says, it is not a one man show, so with that the Church is in the people, and Universal in the Body of Christ saved people, it is to be the fellowship of all believers, and that its members have been called out of the world to come under the dominion and authority of Christ, its head. We believe that a local church is a fellowship of Christians, a part of the Body of Christ, voluntarily banded together for worship, nurture and service. A. The Church Universal: Matthew 16:18; John 10:10; I Corinthians 3:16; 12:12-14, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23; Colossians 1:18, 24; Hebrews 12:23 B. The Local Church: Matthew 18:17; Acts 2:38-47; 11:19-30; Revelation 1:4; 3:22 1) Worship and Service: Romans 12:1; I Corinthians 14:12; 23-25; Hebrews 10:25; James 1:26-27 2) Nurture: Ephesians 4; II Peter 1:2-8; 3:18 A. Baptism 1) Instituted: Matthew 3:13-15; 28:19 2) Subjects: Acts 2:41; 8:12; 37-38; 10:47-48; 16:30-33; 19:5 3) Biblical Mode: Romans 6:3-5; Colossians 2:12 4) Purpose: Matthew 3:14; I Peter 3:21 B. Communion 1) Instituted: Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:19-20; I Corinthians 11:23-25 2) Subjects: I Corinthians 11:27-29 3) Purpose: I Corinthians 11:26 A. Sanctity: Exodus 20:8; Isaiah 58:13-14 B. Observance: Mark 2:27-28; Luke 4:16; 14:1-6; Acts 20:7; I Corinthians 16:2; Revelation 1:10 Lastly, all are under God's command and men do not know when He will return. the personal return of Jesus Christ and in the bodily resurrection of the dead. that God will judge all mankind by Jesus Christ; that He will reward the righteous with eternal life in heaven; that He will banish the unrighteous to everlasting punishment in hell. A. Return: Matthew 24, 25; Luke 12:40; John 14:3; Acts 1:11; I John 3:2; Revelation 1:7 B. Resurrection: John 5:25, 28-29, 6:40; 11:24-25; Romans 8:11; I Corinthians 15; Philippians 3:21; I Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 20:4-6 C. Judgment and Reward: Matthew 25:21; Mark 9:43-48; John 5:27; Acts 17:31; Romans 2:16; 14:12; II Corinthians 5:1, 10; Colossians 3:24; II Thessalonians 1:7-10; Hebrews 9:27; II Peter 3:8-13; Jude 21; Revelation 2:7; 14:13; 20:10-15; 22:12 Until next time the Elder Simon Kidd, Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky Email [email protected] phone 859-274-617

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Anyone who refuses to accept Jesus as the Lord and Christ, has no biblical understanding of the Savior. Thank you and yes we do have an answer to why we Believe in this Easter Jesus as our savior. The Prophecies of Jesus’ birth are very clear to anyone who can read, it is all right there for all of us, and very clear as to who it is about in the scripture. If this Jesus of John 3:16- and Acts 4:12 did not save you you are not saved. The Christmas, Easter, Jesus is the real One. From the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd We are told it was a very real thing to come at the Very, end of the Old Covenant time God gave this world. That is a Savior, and an all New Covenant.was to come, in this new Covenant anyone who sins was to repent of their sin as Ezekiel 18:1-21 tells us to. He told us this, Jer. 31:31, and did this, Heb. 8:1-13. And did it through Jesus or Lord and Savior. When anyone is looking where or which way to go the Scripture have clear answers? In his sermon on the mount, Jesus tells the multitude, "Don't think that I came to abolish the Law or the prophets; this Jesus who came from Heaven fulfilled everything He was sent to do. God did not play Games. I did not come to abolish, but to fulfill." (Matthew 5:17) The gospel is littered with examples of Jesus not only directly quoting the Old Testament but also effectively bringing it to fruition through his teachings and miraculous signs. In doing so, his divine origins and destiny as the Messiah and only Son of God became undeniable; for centuries, biblical scholars have agreed that Christ indeed fulfilled "every jot and tittle of the Law" (v. 5:18), from the town of his birth to his dying words on the cross. Here's an in-depth look at three times Jesus quoted the Old Testament and completed God's ultimate plan for reconciliation and redemption. That is the experience of many Christians when they read the Old Testament. They open the Bible, begin reading, and soon find themselves in a place that seems totally different from the New Testament world. The seemingly random stories, genealogies, strange laws, and occasional talking donkey make for a sometimes confusing read. If that’s you—don’t panic! This is a simple guide that will help you understand how Jesus relates to the Old Testament and will act as a road map to steer you in the right direction as you study God’s Word. The Bible is one book telling one story that culminates in One Person: Jesus Christ. The discipline of Biblical Theology helps us see the overarching story of the Bible along with how each piece fits into the whole and testifies of Jesus Christ. The Old Testament prepares the way for and points to Christ, while the New Testament reveals and explains who He is. The Old Testament displays a “shadow” of Christ whom we experience in the New Testament (see Colossians 2:16-17). For those who sometimes find themselves “lost” in the Old Testament, it is helpful to think of a system of streets, roads, avenues, and boulevards that all connect to one main highway. The main highway represents a major passage or a major theme in the Old Testament that connects us directly to Christ and ultimately to the gospel. In a system of roads there are many boulevards, avenues, side streets and alleys that are not on the main highway, though they eventually connect to it. We may be studying a passage that is on a side road off of the main highway. The important question to ask is: How does this passage get me to the main highway? Or, how does this passage connect with a main theme that points me towards Christ? Don’t be fooled by men, The entire Bible, from Genesis 1:1 to Revelation 22:21, is about Jesus Christ. The goal for seeing how the Old Testament points to Jesus is not merely intellectual—it is to encounter the Lord of Creation and Savior of the world so we may believe in Him and find life in His Name (John 5:39-40; 20:30-31). What follows are two steps and three questions to help you find Jesus in an Old Testament passage. I suppose #1 ought to be the fact that Jesus says on numerous occasions that the Old Testament is about him. Below are a few examples that all of us should read: John 5:46 – “For if you believed Moses, you would believe me; for he wrote of me.” Luke 24:27 – “And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning himself.” Luke 24:44-48 – “Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be fulfilled.” Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures, and said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance and forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things.” I am not saying here that literally every single verse of Scripture is about Jesus, nor do I think Jesus is, but more on that in the clarifications section. What makes our reading any different from a Jewish reading? They could not see Him, This probably should be a guiding question in how we discuss what the Old Testament is about. At the end of the day, if we can stand up on a Sunday morning and preach a sermon from the OT that would sound exactly the same as a message from a motivational speaker, then we need to ask ourselves if it is a truly Christian message. And the fundamental distinction between the Christian message and all other messages is that we believe Jesus is Lord through his righteous life, atoning death, death-shattering resurrection, ascension, Pentecost, and one day through his return and that the work of Christ has application for believers. If Christ’s person and work is not central to our message, and indeed to our Scriptures, what is the difference? We do without the Christmas Easter Jesus would be just preaching the same thing that causes others to fall for the devils work. Saved preachers are to preach Him, Jesus as the savior and all answers to life. The entire Bible points to Christ because it is the Spirit’s job to testify to the Son so that through the Son we might see the Father. The assertion that the Bible is about Christ is a Trinitarian one, not a Christomonic one. The reason why the Bible is about Christ is because it is through Christ that we know the Father. The Spirit inspires the written Word to reveal the Incarnate Word so that through him we might know the Father. 2 Tim. 3:14-15 clearly indicates that the Old Testament was able to make Timothy wise unto salvation in Christ. This is but one example in the entire New Testament where the authors of the epistles indicate that the Old Testament is a treasure trove of doctrine (not just Christology proper but also soteriology, hamartiology, etc.), doctrine that ultimately leads to Christ and salvation in him. A related point to the previous sentence is that theology finds its hub in Christ. Again, this is not to be Christomonic, but simply to note that if we are talking about human beings, our image is summed up in Christ. If we are talking about sin, it is dealt with in Christ. If we are talking about the Spirit, his job is to testify to Christ and apply his work to our hearts. If we are talking about the church, we are his body, bought with his blood. If we are talking about eschatology, from an Old Testament perspective we’re looking for Christ’s first coming and from a New Testament perspective we’re looking for his second coming. Not only was Christ’s miraculous birth prophetically revealed, but God planned his lineage from the very beginning. Here are eight prophecies predicting elements of Jesus’ birth and childhood. Messiah would be born of the seed of a woman (Gen 3:15, Luke 1:34-35) Messiah would be a descendant of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob (Gen 12:3, 17:19, 28:14, Luke 3:23-34) Messiah would be a king in the line of Judah (Gen 49:10, John 1:49) Typified in the person of Melchizedek (Gen 14:18) The life of Isaac - the sacrificed son (Gen 22) The life of Joseph - the rejected brother (Gen 37) the deliverer The Passover Lamb (Ex 12, John 1:29, 36) The Manna from Heaven (Ex 16, John 6) The Rock struck at Horeb (Ex 17, 1 Cor 10:4) The Tabernacle (Brazen Altar, Lampstand, Table of Showbread, Ark of the covenant etc) (Gen 25-30) 1. The nations will be blessed through Abraham’s lineage Prophecy: “I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you” (Genesis 12:3). Fulfillment: “And you are heirs of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers. He said to Abraham, ‘Through your offspring all peoples on earth will be blessed.’ When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways” (Acts 3:25–26). 2. God’s covenant with Isaac’s ancestors Prophecy “Then God said, ‘Yes, but your wife Sarah will bear you a son, and you will call him Isaac. I will establish my covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him’” (Genesis 17:19). Fulfillment: “Nor because they are his descendants are they all Abraham’s children. On the contrary, ‘It is through Isaac that your offspring will be reckoned’” (Romans 9:7). 3. The nations will be blessed through Jacob’s offspring Prophecy: “Your descendants will be like the dust of the earth, and you will spread out to the west and to the east, to the north and to the south. All peoples on earth will be blessed through you and your offspring” (Genesis 28:14). Fulfillment: Jacob is part of Jesus’ genealogy. “the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor” (Luke 3:34) 4. The scepter will come through Judah Prophecy: “The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet, until he to whom it belongs shall come and the obedience of the nations shall be his” (Genesis 49:10). Fulfillment: Judah is part of Jesus’ genealogy. “the son of Amminadab, the son of Ram, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah” (Luke 3:33) 5. David’s offspring will have an eternal kingdom Prophecy: “When your days are over and you rest with your ancestors, I will raise up your offspring to succeed you, your own flesh and blood, and I will establish his kingdom. He is the one who will build a house for my Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever” (2 Samuel 7:12–13). Fulfillment: “This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah the son of David, the son of Abraham” (Matthew 1:1) 6. A virgin will give birth, and he will be called Immanuel (God with us) Prophecy: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14). Fulfillment: “The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God” (Luke 1:35). 7. The Messiah will end up in Egypt Prophecy: “When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son” (Hosea 11:1). Fulfillment: “So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt, where he stayed until the death of Herod. And so was fulfilled what the Lord had said through the prophet: ‘Out of Egypt I called my son’” (Matthew 2:14–15). 8. The Christ will be born in Bethlehem Prophecy: “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.” (Micah 5:2). Fulfillment: “When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. ‘In Bethlehem in Judea, ’ they replied, ‘for this is what the prophet has written: “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’” (Matthew 2:4–6). Prophecies about Jesus’ ministry It was God’s plan that Jesus would have a profound ministry during his time on earth. This collection of prophecies focuses on particularly specific elements of Christ’s earthly ministry. 9. Christ’s ministry will destroy the devil’s work Prophecy: “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel” (Genesis 3:15). Fulfillment: “The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work” (1 John 3:8). 10. Jesus will have a sinless, blemish-free life and ministry Prophecy: “The animals you choose must be year-old males without defect, and you may take them from the sheep or the goats” (Exodus 12:5). Fulfillment: “How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God! ” (Hebrews 9:14) 11. The Messiah will be humbled in order to serve mankind Prophecy: “You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor. You made them rulers over the works of your hands; you put everything under their feet” (Psalm 8:5–6) Fulfillment: “It is not to angels that he has subjected the world to come, about which we are speaking. But there is a place where someone has testified: ‘What is mankind that you are mindful of, a son of man that you care for him? You made them a little lower than the angels; you crowned them with glory and honor and put everything under their feet.’ “In putting everything under them, God left nothing that is not subject to them. Yet at present we do not see everything subject to them. But we do see Jesus, who was made lower than the angels for a little while, now crowned with glory and honor because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone” (Hebrews 2:5–9). 12. Jesus would become the perfect sacrifice Prophecy: “Sacrifice and offering you did not desire— but my ears you have opened— burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not require. Then I said, “Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, my God; your law is within my heart” (Psalm 40:6–8). Fulfillment: “Therefore, when Christ came into the world, he said: ‘Sacrifice and offering you did not desire, but a body you prepared for me; with burnt offerings and sin offerings you were not pleased.’ “Then I said, ‘Here I am—it is written about me in the scroll— I have come to do your will, my God.’” “First he said, ‘Sacrifices and offerings, burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not desire, nor were you pleased with them’—though they were offered in accordance with the law. Then he said, ‘Here I am, I have come to do your will.’ He sets aside the first to establish the second. And by that will, we have been made holy through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all” (Hebrews 10:5–10). 13. Jesus would preach righteousness to Israel Prophecy: “I proclaim your saving acts in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, Lord, as you know” (Psalm 40:9). Fulfillment: “From that time on Jesus began to preach, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near’” (Matthew 4:17). 14. Jesus would teach in parables Prophecy: “My people, hear my teaching; listen to the words of my mouth. I will open my mouth with a parable; I will utter hidden things, things from of old” (Psalm 78:1–2) Fulfillment: “Jesus spoke all these things to the crowd in parables; he did not say anything to them without using a parable. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: ‘I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter things hidden since the creation of the world’” (Matthew 13:34–35). 15. Christ’s parables would fall on deaf ears Prophecy: “He said, ‘Go and tell this people: “Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’ Make the heart of this people calloused; make their ears dull and close their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed”‘” (Isaiah 6:9–10). Fulfillment: “This is why I speak to them in parables: ‘Though seeing, they do not see; through hearing, they do not hear or understand. In them is fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah: ‘”You will be ever hearing but never understanding; you will be ever seeing but never perceiving. For this people’s heart has become calloused; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts and turn, and I would heal them”‘” (Matthew 13:13–15). 16. The Messiah would be a stone that causes people to stumble Prophecy: “He will be a holy place; for both Israel and Judah he will be a stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall. And for the people of Jerusalem he will be a trap and a snare” (Isaiah 8:14). Fulfillment: “Now to you who believe, this stone is precious. But to those who do not believe, ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone, ’ and, ‘A stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall.’ “They stumble because they disobey the message—which is also what they were destined for” (1 Peter 2:7–8). 17. Christ’s ministry would begin in Galilee Prophecy: “Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the nations, by the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan— The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned” (Isaiah 9:1–2). Fulfillment: “When Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, he withdrew to Galilee. Leaving Nazareth, he went and lived in Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali—to fulfill what was said through the prophet Isaiah: ‘Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.’ “From that time on Jesus began to preach, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near’” (Matthew 4:12–17). 18. Jesus would draw the Gentiles to himself Prophecy: “On that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will rally to him, and his resting place will be glorious” (Isaiah 11:10). Fulfillment: “Many people, because they had heard that he had performed this sign, went out to meet him. So the Pharisees said to one another, ‘See, this is getting us nowhere. Look how the whole world has gone after him! ’ “Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the festival. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. ‘Sir, ’ they said, ‘we would like to see Jesus’” (John 12:18–21). 19. Jesus would have a miraculous ministry Prophecy: “Then will the eyes of the blind be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped. Then will the lame leap like a deer, and the mute tongue shouts for joy. Water will gush forth in the wilderness and streams in the desert” (Isaiah 35:5–6). Fulfillment: “When John, who was in prison, heard about the deeds of the Messiah, he sent his disciples to ask him, ‘Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else? ’ “Jesus replied, ‘Go back and report to John what you hear and see: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, those who have leprosy are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is proclaimed to the poor. Blessed is anyone who does not stumble on account of me’” (Matthew 11:2–6). 20. The Messiah would be preceded by a forerunner Prophecy: “A voice of one calling: ‘In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain’” (Isaiah 40:3–4). Fulfillment: “John replied in the words of Isaiah the prophet, ‘I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness, “Make straight the way for the Lord”‘” (John 1:23). 21. Jesus will be a gentle redeemer of the Gentiles Prophecy: “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the nations. He will not shout or cry out, or raise his voice in the streets. A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. In faithfulness he will bring forth justice; he will not falter or be discouraged till he establishes justice on earth. In his teaching the islands will put their hope” (Isaiah 42:1–4). Fulfillment: “Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. A large crowd followed him, and he healed all who were ill. He warned them not to tell others about him. This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: ‘Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations. He will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear his voice in the streets. A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out, till he has brought justice through to victory. In his name the nations will put their hope.’” (Matthew 12:15–21). 22. Jesus would be despised and rejected Prophecy: “He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem” (Isaiah 53:3). Fulfillment: “All the people in the synagogue were furious when they heard this. They got up, drove him out of the town, and took him to the brow of the hill on which the town was built, in order to throw him off the cliff” (Luke 4:28–29). 23. Jesus will set the captives free Prophecy: “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners” (Isaiah 61:1) Fulfillment: “He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written: ‘The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.’ “Then he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fastened on him. He began by saying to them, ‘Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing’” (Luke 4:16–21). 24. The Messiah will have a throne that is everlasting Prophecy: “In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into his presence. He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all nations and peoples of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed” (Daniel 7:13–14). Fulfillment: “You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end” (Luke 1:31–33). 25. The Messiah will bring an end to sin Prophecy: “Seventy ‘sevens’ are decreed for your people and your holy city to finish transgression, to put an end to sin, to atone for wickedness, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy and to anoint the Most Holy Place” (Daniel 9:24). Fulfillment: “Know and understand this: From the time the word goes out to restore and rebuild Jerusalem until the Anointed One, the ruler, comes, there will be seven ‘sevens, ’ and sixty-two ‘sevens.’ It will be rebuilt with streets and a trench, but in times of trouble. After the sixty-two ‘sevens, ’ the Anointed One will be put to death and will have nothing. The people of the ruler who will come will destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end will come like a flood: War will continue until the end, and desolations have been decreed” (Daniel 9:25–26). “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen” (Galatians 1:3–5). 26. Jerusalem will rejoice as the Messiah comes to her upon a donkey Prophecy: “Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey” (Zechariah 9:9). Fulfillment: “A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, ‘Hosanna to the Son of David! ’ ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! ’ ‘Hosanna in the highest heaven! ’ “When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, ‘Who is this? ’” (Matthew 21:8–10) 27. He will be betrayed for 30 pieces of silver Prophecy: “I told them, ‘If you think it best, give me my pay; but if not, keep it.’ So they paid me thirty pieces of silver. “And the Lord said to me, ‘Throw it to the potter’—the handsome price at which they valued me! So I took the thirty pieces of silver and threw them to the potter at the house of the Lord” (Zechariah 11:12–13). Fulfillment: “The chief priests picked up the coins and said, ‘It is against the law to put this into the treasury, since it is blood money.’ So they decided to use the money to buy the potter’s field as a burial place for foreigners. That is why it has been called the Field of Blood to this day. Then what was spoken by Jeremiah the prophet was fulfilled: ‘They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on him by the people of Israel, and they used them to buy the potter’s field, as the Lord commanded me’” (Matthew 27:6–10). 28. Christ’s forerunner would come in the spirit of Elijah Prophecy: “See, I will send the prophet Elijah to you before that great and dreadful day of the Lord comes. He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents; or else I will come and strike the land with total destruction” (Malachi 4:5–6). Fulfillment: “This is the one about whom it is written: ‘I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.’ “Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subjected to violence, and violent people have been raiding it. For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John. And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. Whoever has ears, let them hear” (Matthew 11:10–15). Prophecies about Jesus’ death and resurrection, The Easter story, The death and resurrection of Christ are the most significant events in human history. It’s no surprise that there would be plenty of Old Testament prophecies pointing to this remarkable event. 29. Christ will be our Passover Lamb Prophecy: “Then Moses summoned all the elders of Israel and said to them, ‘Go at once and select the animals for your families and slaughter the Passover lamb. Take a bunch of hyssop, dip it into the blood in the basin and put some of the blood on the top and on both sides of the doorframe. ‘None of you shall go out of the door of your house until morning. When the Lord goes through the land to strike down the Egyptians, he will see the blood on the top and sides of the doorframe and will pass over that doorway, and he will not permit the destroyer to enter your houses and strike you down. ‘Obey these instructions as a lasting ordinance for you and your descendants. When you enter the land that the Lord will give you as he promised, observe this ceremony. And when your children ask you, “What does this ceremony mean to you? ” then tell them, ‘”t is the Passover sacrifice to the Lord, who passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt and spared our homes when he struck down the Egyptians.”‘ Then the people bowed down and worshiped” (Exodus 12:21–27). Fulfillment “Get rid of the old yeast, so that you may be a new unleavened batch—as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed” (1 Corinthians 5:7). 30. Like the Passover Lamb, none of the Christ’s bones will be broken Prophecy: “It must be eaten inside the house; take none of the meat outside the house. Do not break any of the bones” (Exodus 12:46). Fulfillment: “Now it was the day of Preparation, and the next day was to be a special Sabbath. Because the Jewish leaders did not want the bodies left on the crosses during the Sabbath, they asked Pilate to have the legs broken and the bodies taken down. The soldiers therefore came and broke the legs of the first man who had been crucified with Jesus, and then those of the other. But when they came to Jesus and found that he was already dead, they did not break his legs. Instead, one of the soldiers pierced Jesus’ side with a spear, bringing a sudden flow of blood and water. The man who saw it has given testimony, and his testimony is true. He knows that he tells the truth, and he testifies so that you also may believe. These things happened so that the scripture would be fulfilled: ‘Not one of his bones will be broken’” (John 19:31–36) 31. The Messiah’s blood will be spilled for atonement Prophecy: “For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood that makes atonement for one’s life” (Leviticus 17:11). Fulfillment: “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28). 32. Jesus will be lifted up, and everyone who looks on Him will live Prophecy: “So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, they lived” (Numbers 21:9). Fulfillment: “‘Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him.’ “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son” (John 3:14–18). 33. Christ’s resurrection prophesied Prophecy: “Oh, that my words were recorded, that they were written on a scroll, that they were inscribed with an iron tool on lead, or engraved in rock forever! I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see him with my own eyes—I, and not another. How my heart yearns within me! ” (Job 19:23–27) Fulfillment: “Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life. Very truly I tell you, a time is coming and has now come when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who hear will live. For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself. And he has given him authority to judge because he is the Son of Man. “Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned” (John 5:24–29). 34. The Messiah would be forsaken Prophecy: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from my cries of anguish? ” (Psalm 22:1) Fulfillment: “About three in the afternoon Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani? ’ (which means ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? ’)” (Matthew 27:46). 35. The Messiah would be scorned Prophecy: “‘He trusts in the Lord, ’ they say, ‘let the Lord rescue him. Let him deliver him, since he delights in him’” (Psalm 22:8). Fulfillment: “‘He saved others, ’ they said, ‘but he can’t save himself! He’s the king of Israel! Let him come down now from the cross, and we will believe in him. He trusts in God. Let God rescue him now if he wants him, for he said, “I am the Son of God”‘” (Matthew 27:42–43). 36. The Messiah’s suffering would include thirst Prophecy: “My mouth is dried up like a potsherd, and my tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth; you lay me in the dust of death” (Psalm 22:15). Fulfillment: “Later, knowing that everything had now been finished, and so that Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, ‘I am thirsty’” (John 19:28). 37. They would pierce Christ’s hands and feet Prophecy: “Dogs surround me, a pack of villains encircles me; they pierce my hands and my feet” (Psalm 22:16). Fulfillment: “These things happened so that the scripture would be fulfilled: ‘Not one of his bones will be broken, ’ and, as another scripture says, ‘They will look on the one they have pierced’” (John 19:36–37). 38. They would cast lots for Jesus’ clothing Prophecy: “They divide my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment” (Psalm 22:18). Fulfillment: “When the soldiers crucified Jesus, they took his clothes, dividing them into four shares, one for each of them, with the undergarment remaining. This garment was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. ‘Let’s not tear it, ’ they said to one another. ‘Let’s decide by lot who will get it.’ “This happened that the scripture might be fulfilled that said, ‘They divided my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment.’ “So this is what the soldiers did” (John 19:23–24). 39. The Messiah will cry, “Into your hands I commit my Spirit” Prophecy: “Into your hands I commit my spirit; deliver me, Lord, my faithful God” (Psalm 31:5). Fulfillment: “Jesus called out with a loud voice, ‘Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.’ When he had said this, he breathed his last” (Luke 23:46). 40. Everyone will abandon the Messiah Prophecy: “Because of all my enemies, I am the utter contempt of my neighbors and an object of dread to my closest friends— those who see me on the street flee from me” (Psalm 31:11). Fulfillment: “Then everyone deserted him and fled” (Mark 14:50). 41. They will plot to kill God’s anointed Prophecy: “For I hear many whispering, ‘Terror on every side! ’ They conspire against me and plot to take my life” (Psalm 31:13). Fulfillment: “Early in the morning, all the chief priests and the elders of the people made their plans how to have Jesus executed” (Matthew 27:1). 42. The Messiah will be quiet before his accusers Prophecy: “Those who want to kill me set their traps, those who would harm me talk of my ruin; all day long they scheme and lie. I am like the deaf, who cannot hear, like the mute, who cannot speak” (Psalm 38:12–13) Fulfillment: “When he was accused by the chief priests and the elders, he gave no answer. Then Pilate asked him, ‘Don’t you hear the testimony they are bringing against you? ’ But Jesus made no reply, not even to a single charge—to the great amazement of the governor” (Matthew 27:12–14). 43. God’s anointed will not see decay Prophecy: “Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay. You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand” (Psalm 16:9–11). Fulfillment: “Seeing what was to come, he spoke of the resurrection of the Messiah, that he was not abandoned to the realm of the dead, nor did his body see decay” (Acts 2:31). 44. The Messiah would be abandoned by those closest to him Prophecy: “Even my close friend, someone I trusted, one who shared my bread, has turned against me” (Psalm 41:9). Fulfillment: “I am not referring to all of you; I know those I have chosen. But this is to fulfill this passage of Scripture: ‘He who shared my bread has turned against me’” (John 13:18). 45. The Christ will ascend into the heavens to distribute gifts Prophecy: “When you ascended on high, you took many captives; you received gifts from people, even from the rebellious— that you, Lord God, might dwell there” (Psalm 68:18). Fulfillment: “But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it. This is why it says: ‘When he ascended on high, he took many captives and gave gifts to his people.’ “(What does ‘he ascended’ mean except that he also descended to the lower, earthly regions? He who descended is the very one who ascended higher than all the heavens, in order to fill the whole universe.) So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. “Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work” (Ephesians 4:7–16). 46. The Christ’s thirst will be quenched with vinegar and gall Prophecy: “They put gall in my food and gave me vinegar for my thirst” (Psalm 69:21). Fulfillment: “There they offered Jesus wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, he refused to drink it” (Matthew 27:34). 47. The Messiah’s resurrection predicted Prophecy: “I will not die but live, and will proclaim what the Lord has done. The Lord has chastened me severely, but he has not given me over to death” (Psalm 118:17–18). Fulfillment: “In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: “The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again”‘” (Luke 24:5–7). 48. The Messiah will conquer death Prophecy: “On this mountain he will destroy the shroud that enfolds all peoples, the sheet that covers all nations; he will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The Lord has spoken” (Isaiah 25:7–8). Fulfillment: “When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: ‘Death has been swallowed up in victory’” (1 Corinthians 15:54). 49. The Messiah will be mocked and abused Prophecy: “‘I clothe the heavens with darkness and make a sackcloth with its covering.’ The Sovereign Lord has given me a well-instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being instructed. The Sovereign Lord has opened my ears; I have not been rebellious, I have not turned away. I offered my back to those who beat me, my cheeks to those who pulled out my beard; I did not hide my face from mocking and spitting” (Isaiah 50:3–6). Fulfillment: “Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company of soldiers around him. They stripped him and put a scarlet robe on him, and then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on his head. They put a staff in his right hand. Then they knelt in front of him and mocked him. ‘Hail, king of the Jews! ’ they said. They spit on him, and took the staff and struck him on the head again and again. After they had mocked him, they took off the robe and put his own clothes on him. Then they led him away to crucify him” (Matthew 27:27–31). Prophecies about Jesus’ role in the church What kind of presence would Jesus have in his church? These prophecies consider how Jesus would rule and judge the world. 50. God will raise up a prophet like Moses Prophecy: “The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your fellow Israelites. You must listen to him. For this is what you asked of the Lord your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly when you said, ‘Let us not hear the voice of the Lord our God nor see this great fire anymore, or we will die’” (Deuteronomy 18:15–16). Fulfillment: “But do not think I will accuse you before the Father. Your accuser is Moses, on whom your hopes are set. If you believed Moses, you would believe me, for he wrote about me. But since you do not believe what he wrote, how are you going to believe what I say? ” (John 5:45–47) 51. God will raise up a faithful priest who does God’s will Prophecy: “I will raise up for myself a faithful priest, who will do according to what is in my heart and mind. I will firmly establish his priestly house, and they will minister before my anointed one always” (1 Samuel 2:35). Fulfillment: “For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people” (Hebrews 2:17). If you’re interested in learning more about what Scripture says about God’s will, check out 20 Bible Verses about Discovering God’s Will. 52. The Messiah will judge the world justly Prophecy: “The Lord reigns forever; He has established his throne for judgment. He rules the world in righteousness and judges the people with equity. The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you” (Psalm 9:7–10). Fulfillment: “For he has set a day when he will judge the world with justice by the man he has appointed. He has given proof of this to everyone by raising him from the dead” (Acts 17:31). 53. The Messiah will have all authority over judgment Prophecy: “I will place on his shoulder the key to the house of David; what he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open” (Isaiah 22:22). Fulfillment: “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open” (Revelation 3:7). 54. The Messiah will pour out his Spirit Prophecy: “For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants” (Isaiah 44:3) Fulfillment: “But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you” (John 16:7). 55. The Messiah will usher in a new covenant Prophecy: “‘The days are coming, ’ declares the Lord, ‘when I will make a new covenant with the people of Israel and with the people of Judah’” (Jeremiah 31:31). Fulfillment: “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28). Astute observers will recognize the topic of justice coming up again and again in these prophecies. It’s an idea central to the biblical theme. To learn more, check out “24 Informative Bible Verses about Justice.” Discovering God’s plan in the Old Testament As these prophecies reveal, God planned our redemption all the way back in the garden. Jesus’ death and resurrection were the most important events in history. It’s no surprise that God would give us signs of his plans throughout Israel’s history and prophets. Jesus’ story reveals God’s incredible love for us. And throughout the Old Testament, we discover how incredibly thorough his plan for rescuing us was—now, we can all be reconciled to Him through the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus. Among the dozens of prophecies proclaimed, fulfilled and yet to be fulfilled–such as the coming of Christ, one fulfilled prophecy that is recognized annually is the birth of Christ the Christmas Jesus as Luke 2:1-22 tells us He is that Savior. Until next Time the Elder..

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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » The Easter Jesus says He will Return.
Elder, will You teach us what the Bible says about the Return of the Easter Jesus? From the Elder: What Does the Bible Say About the Second Coming of Christ? If the Bible says it, it should be good enough for us all. Get your Bible. Lets, Read on. The, real Easter Jesus has told us He will Return this sets some in a place where they will no longer be the Boss, over humankind. With this understanding in one’s heart, one is set free, to sever Jesus, as the Lord. This, Jesus is the one we read about in the Bible, about Him saying He will come again. The Scripture calls Him this Christmas Jesus, and He is not what men want so many to follow. When a person brings what they are to God through Jesus a new Beginning is given them, it sets them free with the Liberty that comes with this Christ. Read this. Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31; Luke 1:35; Hebrews 7:26; 1 Peter 2:22; Acts 2:22; Acts 10:38; Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; 1 Corinthians 15:4; Acts 1:9; The Savior, Jesus who is the Christ is The one the bible says is Man’s only hope of redemption is through the shed blood of Jesus Christ, the only Son of God. Salvation is received through repentance toward God and faith toward the Lord Jesus Christ. By the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, being justified by grace through faith, man becomes an heir of God according to the hope of eternal life. God says John 3:15-17 is for anyone, and goes on to tell us about the Jesus of Acts. 4:12 and what He will do for anyone. The inward evidence of salvation is direct witness of the Spirit and the outward evidence to all men of a life of righteousness and true holiness (Luke 24:47; John 3:3; Romans 10:13-l5; Ephesians 2:8; Titus 2:11; 3:5-7; Romans 8:16; Ephesians 4:24; Titus 2:12). Salvation is an inclusive word, which gathers into itself all the redemptive acts and processes, i.e., justification, redemption, deliverance, imputation, sanctification, glorification, etc. The Hebrew and Greek words for salvation imply the ideas of deliverance, safety, preservation, healing, and soundness. Salvation is by grace through faith, is a free gift, and wholly without human works (Romans 3:27-28, 4:1-8, 6:23, Ephesians 2:8). Salvation is in these three tenses: The one the scripture tells us about Jesus, that was born miraculously of the Virgin Mary (Matthew 1: 23; Luke 1:31, 35). He lived a sinless life (Hebrews 7:26; I Peter 2:22). He came into the world to save men from the guilt and condemnation of sin (John 3:16), offering His blood as atonement (I Corinthians 15:3; II Corinthians 5:21) and making it available to all who exercise faith in Him. He resurrected from the dead (Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; I Corinthians 15:4). He is exalted to the right hand of God (Acts 1:9, 11; 2:33; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 1-3). His divinity is proved from His titles, His attributes, and His works (John 1:14; Luke 1:26-35; Acts 4:12; Acts 16:31). He is presently seated at the right hand of God the Father, interceding for His redeemed. We also acknowledge Jesus Christ as Lord over all things in Heaven, and in Earth, and under the Earth T(John 1:12-14; I Timothy 3:16; Acts 7:37-38; Philippians 2:9-10; Hebrews 7:25). 1. Condition of Salvation – The grace of God, which brings salvation, hath appeared to all men, through the preaching of repentance toward God and faith toward the Lord Jesus Christ; man is saved by the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost, and, being justified by grace through faith, he becomes an heir of God according to the hope of eternal life (Romans 10:13-15; Luke 24:47; Titus 2:11; 3:5-7; Ephesians 2:8-9). 2. Evidence of Salvation – The inward evidence to the believer, of his salvation, is the direct witness of the Spirit (Romans 8:16). The outward evidence to all men is a life of unconditional love, righteousness, and true holiness, demonstrated by the fruit of the Spirit (John 13:35; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:24). 3. Final Result of Salvation – The spirit of the believer who dies in Christ immediately goes to be with the Lord (Ecclesiastes 12:7; Luke 23:42-43; II Corinthians 5:8). The body is back to the ground, until He returns. We are told to look out for what is said here, Matthew 7:15 Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. So it is up to each one of us as to who we listen to. Where we attend Church, and if the Preacher is under the Rules God gave for the Clergy. Jesus says this will Happen, Matthew 24:27 For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Matthew 24:30–31 Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. And he will send out his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other. Matthew 24:36–44 But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only. For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, and they were unaware until the flood came and swept them all away, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Then two men will be in the field; one will be taken and one left. Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken and one left. Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. But know this, that if the master of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect. Matthew 24:42 Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.” Matthew 24:44 Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect. Matthew 25:13 Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour. Luke 21:34–36 But watch yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and cares of this life, and that day comes upon you suddenly like a trap. For it will come upon all who dwell on the face of the whole earth. But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man. John 5:28–29 Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment. John 6:39–40 And this is the will of him who sent me, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me, but raise it up on the last day. For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. John 14:1–3 Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. Acts 1:10–11 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, and said, ‘Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.’ 1 Corinthians 4:5 Therefore do not pronounce judgment before the time, before the Lord comes, who will bring to light the things now hidden in darkness and will disclose the purposes of the heart. Then each one will receive his commendation from God. 1 Corinthians 11:26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. Ephesians 4:30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Philippians 1:6 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion on the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 3:20–21 But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself. Colossians 3:4 When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. 1 Thessalonians 5:2 For you yourselves are fully aware that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. 2 Thessalonians 2:8 And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will kill with the breath of his mouth and bring to nothing by the appearance of his coming. Titus 2:11–14 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works. Hebrews 9:28 So Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him. Hebrews 10:24–25 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. James 5:7 Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. 1 Peter 4:7 “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. 2 Peter 3:8–10 But do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance. But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. 1 John 2:28 And now, little children abide in him, so that when he appears we may have confidence and not shrink from him in shame at his coming. 1 John 3:2–3 Beloved, we are God’s children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure. Jude 14–15 It was also about these that Enoch, the seventh from Adam, prophesied, saying, ‘Behold, the Lord comes with ten thousands of his holy ones, to execute judgment on all and to convict all the ungodly of all their deeds of ungodliness that they have committed in such an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things that ungodly sinners have spoken against him.’ Revelation 1:7–8 Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him, and all tribes of the earth will wail on account of him. Even so. Amen. ‘I am the Alpha and the Omega, ’ says the Lord God, ‘who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.’ Revelation 3:11 I am coming soon. Hold fast what you have, so that no one may seize your crown. Revelation 20:11–15 Then I saw a great white throne and him who was seated on it. From his presence earth and sky fled away, and no place was found for them. And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Then another book was opened, which is the book of life. And the dead were judged by what was written in the books, according to what they had done. And the sea gave up the dead who were in it, Death and Hades gave up the dead who were in them, and they were judged, each one of them, according to what they had done. Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death, the lake of fire. And if anyone’s name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. Revelation 22:12 Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay each one for what he has done. Revelation 22:20 He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! Until next time The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd.

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Tell us more about this Easter to come. From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky phone 859-274-2617 Email [email protected] From the Elder. For us to step into that all Christian and all New Covenant. We should read about those old Holy days, of the past, This is what Jer. 31:31-Heb. 8:1-13- is saying God reformed us from is bringing the New Covenant Heb. 9:10 is the choice scripture for us to read first. Understanding the Old Covenant Jewish Holy Days and How Jesus Fulfills Them! Why would we do this just before Easter? This makes our understanding of Easter and Foot washing, more clear to us. It will also take the devil out of the Comunion & Foot washing services. The richness of God’s Word is that it often reveals a deeper truth if you know where to look. When John the Baptist said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! ” (John 1:29, ), he understood the Old Testament reference. And in the New Testament we see that Jesus — born in a stable, visited by shepherds and led to the slaughter — is that lamb sent for us. His death allows the judgment we deserve to pass over us. When we accept Christ, we accept the loving gift of a second chance — because of his death on the cross, we have a clean slate! Jesus often pointed to the “beginning” (Genesis), the Law of Moses (first five books) and the prophets (Jeremiah through Malachi) to reveal God’s plan for mankind and clues to recognize the Savior. For the Jews of his time, understanding the Old Testament was key to discovering that Jesus is their promised Messiah. And if you have heard the Good News from the New Testament and received Jesus as your Savior, Old Testament prophecies and symbolism provide further proof and assurance that Jesus is the Christ, the son of the living God. See how Jesus fulfills the Old Testament Festivals (Feasts, Appointed Times). Many people don't understand the importance of the Old Testament Festivals and how they relate to Jesus. See the Bible come to life as you see how the festivals are fulfilled in Jesus. The seven Old Testament Festivals are: 1. The Passover: This is the foundational feast 2. Unleavened Bread: This feast was to last for 7 days 3. First Fruits 4. Pentecost or Feast of Weeks 5. Feast of Shouting (Also known as Trumpets) 6. Day of Atonement 7. Feast of Tabernacles These festivals can be broken down into two basic divisions: 1. The Spring Festivals 2. The Fall Festivals A closer look at the Passover Feast— Leviticus 23:4-8 This feast remembers the last plague in Egypt when the angel of death “passed over” the children of Israel who applied the blood of the lamb to their doors. The Israelites took a bundle of hyssop and dipped it into the blood in the basin at the threshold. Going up, they put it up on the lintel, then touched the two sides of the frame (Exodus 12). When you look carefully at the imagery, the way the blood was placed on the doorframe formed the shape of a cross. The first three feasts of the Lord (Passover, Unleavened Bread, and Firstfruits) take place close together. Passover takes place on Wednesday, , Unleavened Bread takes place that, or Thursday at sundown, as Friday begins), and lasts for a week), and Firstfruits takes place on Sunday. Jesus is said to be the First fruit, In 30 AD that Passover began on a Wednesday of the 1st month (14th of Nisan) of the Jewish calendar, which was established by God because this was when the Israelites left Egypt. This was a major feast that all male Jews were required to attend in Jerusalem at the temple. Fulfillment in Christ When John the Baptist said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! ” (John 1:29), he understood the Old Testament reference. And in the New Testament, we see that Jesus, born in a stable, visited by shepherds, and led to the slaughter, is that lamb sent for us. His death allows the judgment we deserve to pass over us. When we accept Christ, we accept the loving gift of a second chance — because of his death on the cross, we have a clean slate! Additionally, 1 Corinthians 5:7 clearly states that Jesus is the Passover Lamb: "Cleanse out the old leaven that you may be a new lump, as you really are unleavened. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed." In summary, the Passover pointed to the Messiah as our Passover Lamb whose blood would be shed for our sins. Jesus was crucified on the day of preparation for the Passover, at the same time that the lambs were being slaughtered for the Passover meal that evening. 2. Unleavened Bread Feast — Leviticus 23:6 The unleavened bread represents Jesus’ sinless life; he is the only perfect sacrifice for our sins. In John 6:35, Jesus boldly states that he is the bread of life. Not only does he remove our sins, he nourishes our souls! This seven-day feast begins on the day after Passover, ( Friday that year, Saturday was a sabbath as well in that week , 15th of Nisan) and lasts for a week ((15th - 21st of Nisan). In the haste of the Israelites to leave Egypt, there was no time to add leaven (yeast) to their bread. During this time, remembering the hardships in Egypt and how God freed them from captivity, the Jews eat nothing leavened. Leaven often represents sin and decay in the Bible. Once incorporated, yeast becomes an inseparable part of the bread; the same is true for sin’s effect on our lives. The Jews were constantly sacrificing unblemished animals to atone for sin temporarily.The priests sacrificed Passover lambs on the 14th day of the month of Nisan, and the first day of Passover was the 15th. The Feast of First Fruits was celebrated on the third day, the 16th of Nisan. This “third day” celebration was the same day that Jesus resurrected from the dead. In 1 Corinthians 15:20 Paul refers to Jesus as the first fruits of the dead. He represents the first of the great harvest of souls — including you — that will resurrect to eternal life because of the new covenant in his blood (Luke 22:20). Fulfillment in Christ Only the Messiah, the perfect, sinless sacrifice, could offer a permanent solution. The unleavened bread represents Jesus’ sinless life; he is the only perfect sacrifice for our sins. In John 6:35, Jesus boldly states that he is the bread of life. Not only does he remove our sins, He nourishes our souls! In summary, the Unleavened Bread pointed to the Messiah’s sinless life, making Him the perfect sacrifice for our sins. Jesus’ body was in the grave during the first days of this feast, like a kernel of wheat planted and waiting to burst forth as the bread of life. 3. Feast of Fruits — Leviticus 23:10 The Feast of First Fruits is one of three Jewish harvest feasts to thank and honor God for all he provided. Although they didn’t know it at the time, the children of Israel were celebrating what would become a very important day. The Feast of FirstFruits took place on the day after Unleavened Bread started (Sunday, 16th of Nisan), and is a harvest feast to thank and honor God for all he provided. Although they didn’t know it at the time, the children of Israel were celebrating what would become a very important day. The priests sacrificed Passover lambs on the 14th day of the month of Nisan, and the first day of Passover was the 15th. The Feast of First Fruits was celebrated on the third day, the 16th of Nisan. So you can see how the first three feasts take place one right after another (with the Feast of Unleavened Bread lasting seven days). Passover is on wednesday that year, Unleavened Bread starts on Friday that year, and Firstfruits on Sunday when Jesus came out of the Grave, three days and three nights is easily counted, . Thursday, 1- Friday-2 Saturday 3- Thursday night -1 Friday night -2- Saturday night -3 Sunday morning Easter. Fulfillment in Christ This “third-day” celebration was the same day that Jesus was resurrected from the dead. Easter, Sunday In 1 Corinthians 15:20, Paul refers to Jesus as the first fruits of the dead. He represents the first of the great harvest of souls — including you — that will resurrect to eternal life because of the new covenant in his blood (Luke 22:20). If Jesus was crucified on a Friday (Passover) and rose from the dead on a Sunday, how did He spend three days and nights in the heart of the earth (Matthew 12:40)? Here's the answer: What Jesus says is the truth, He says just like Jonah. The Jewish interpretation of days included two components different from modern times. It was sundown to sundown. This included the day beginning in the evening (as in Genesis 1, evening and morning). Also, part of a day was counted as a full day. In this perspective, a crucifixion was that Thursday, . Jesus was buried on that day, before afternoon before sunset (day 1). He remained in the tomb Friday night through Saturday afternoon (evening/day 2). Jesus continued in the tomb Saturday evening and rose on Sunday morning (evening/day 3), which was the third day. Mark 15:42 seems to affirm this traditional view, claiming Jesus was crucified the day before the Sabbath of The first day of unleavened bread, . Jesus also taught He would rise on the third day (Matthew 16:21; Luke 9:22). So, in summary, we need to think more like the authors of the New Testament. They didn’t divide days at midnight like we do, but at sundown. And in the first-century Jewish mind, part of a day counted as a whole day. So, because Jesus was buried on Thursday, afternoon, evening and rose on Sunday morning, He was in the tomb “three days and three nights, ” according to Jewish and biblical interpretation. This could not be more clear, to the reader. This is the traditional view. However, some disagree, and we respect that. The important thing is that Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead. In summary, the First Fruits pointed to the Messiah’s resurrection as the first fruits of the righteous. Jesus was resurrected on this very day, which is one of the reasons that Paul refers to him in I Corinthians 15:20 as the “first fruits from the dead.” 4. Feast of Weeks or Pentecost — Leviticus 23:16 This feast is the second of the three harvest feasts. It occurs exactly seven weeks after the Feast of First Fruits, so it’s also called Pentecost which means “50 days.” Traditionally, people were expected to bring the first harvest of grain to the Lord including two leavened loaves of bread. God’s plan to save souls included more than the Jews. Through Jesus, this plan was revealed. In Matthew 9:37 Jesus tells his disciples that “the harvest is great, but the workers are few.” Then he put the plan into place: In Acts 1:4 he tells them to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. That arrival was the day the Church was born — Pentecost — and the harvest began with 3, 000 souls. The message spread to both Jews and Gentiles (the two leavened loaves of bread), extending the harvest to us! This feast takes place on the 7th day of the 3rd month, Sivan. This feast is the second of the three harvest feasts. It occurs exactly seven weeks after the Feast of First Fruits, so it’s also called Pentecost, which means “50 days.” Traditionally, people were expected to bring the first harvest of grain to the Lord, including two leavened loaves of bread. This was a major feast that all male Jews were required to attend in Jerusalem at the temple. Fulfillment in Christ God’s plan to save souls included more than the Jews. Through Jesus, this plan was revealed. In Matthew 9:37, Jesus tells his disciples that “the harvest is great, but the workers are few.” Then he put the plan into place: In Acts 1:4, he tells them to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. That arrival was the day the Church was born — Pentecost — and the harvest began with 3, 000 souls. The message spread to both Jews and Gentiles (the two leavened loaves of bread), extending the harvest to us! In summary, the Feast of Pentecost — (Called Shavuot today.), pointed to the great harvest of souls, both Jew and Gentile, that would come into the kingdom of God during the Church Age. The Church was actually established on this day when the Messiah poured out the Holy Spirit, and 3, 000 souls responded to Peter’s first proclamation of the Gospel. Interval Between Spring and Fall Festivals The long interval of three months between Harvest and Trumpets pointed to the current Church Age, a period of time that was kept as a mystery to the Hebrew prophets in Old Testament times. That leaves us with the three fall feasts, which are yet to be fulfilled in the life and work of the Messiah. Because Jesus literally fulfilled the first four feasts and did so on the actual feast days, I think it is safe to assume that the last three will also be fulfilled and that their fulfillment will occur on the actual feast days. We cannot be certain how they will be fulfilled, but they will be in God's way and timing. Fall Festivals Similar to the first three spring feasts, the fall feasts take place one right after another. The Feast of Trumpets starts on the 1st day of the 7th month, Tishri, the Day of Atonement on the 10th day of Tishri, and the Feast of Tabernacles (or Booths) on the 15th - 22nd of Tishri. 5. Festival of Shouting (Trumpets) — Leviticus 23:24 In a beautiful declaration God commands his people to rest. During this time all regular work is prohibited, and men and women present a food offering to God. In Leviticus 23:24 God commands his people to gather and to commemorate the decree with trumpet blasts. On the same front, the sound of a trumpet is also associated with the rapture, or the time Jesus will return for his bride (1 Corinthians 15:52). Once he returns, there will be a wedding feast of celebration. Revelation 19:9 says, “Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding feast of the Lamb” (NLT). He’s preparing us to celebrate! This feast began on the 1st day of the 7th month, Tishri. In a beautiful declaration, God commands his people to rest. During this time, all regular work is prohibited, and men and women present a food offering to God. This feast lasts 10 days and begins with trumpet blasts to signal the time to prepare for the Day of Atonement Feast. Traditionally, it's also referred to as the "Ten Days of Awe." It's a time to afflict your soul and engage in serious soul searching. It's a time to repent and get right with God. In Leviticus 23:24, God commands his people to gather and commemorate the decree with trumpet blasts. Fulfillment in Christ On the same front, the sound of a trumpet is also associated with the rapture, or the time Jesus will return for his bride (1 Corinthians 15:52). Once he returns, there will be a wedding feast of celebration. Revelation 19:9 says, “Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding feast of the Lamb.” He’s preparing us to celebrate! In summary, the Feast of Trumpets (Called Rosh Hashanah today), points to the Rapture when the Messiah will appear in the heavens as a Bridegroom coming for His bride, the Church. The Rapture is always associated in Scripture with the blowing of a loud trumpet (I Thessalonians 4:13-18 and I Corinthians 15:52). 6. Day of Atonement — Leviticus 16, 23:26-32; Num. 29 To make “atonement” is to make restitution for wrongs committed. As a day of humility and repentance to God, it was a time for the Jews to get their hearts, consciences and lives right before him. The observance involved the sacrifice of animals as the High Priest entered the Holy of Holies. What the High Priest did there couldn’t offer more than an annual payment for their sins. However, hiding in plain sight was the promise of one who could atone for their sins permanently (Hebrews 9:12). Where is Jesus in these sacrificed animals? The bull and one of the goats was an offering of thanks, but the “scapegoat” took on their sins (Leviticus 16:10). The scapegoat was to be burdened with all the sins of Israel and sent into the wilderness. The Jewish leaders condemned Jesus, and he — burdened with the sins of all mankind — was led out of the city to be crucified: “He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins — and not only our sins but the sins of the world” (1 John 2:2, NLT). The necessity of the Day of Atonement was rendered void by Jesus’ death on the cross — our debt has been paid! This day was actually not a feast but a day of fasting. It began on the 10th day of the 7th month, Tishri. To make “atonement” is to make restitution for wrongs committed. As a day of humility and repentance to God, it was a time for the Jews to get their hearts, consciences, and lives right before him. The observance involved the sacrifice of animals as the High Priest entered the Holy of Holies. What the High Priest did there couldn’t offer more than an annual payment for their sins. However, hiding in plain sight was the promise of one who could atone for their sins permanently (Hebrews 9:12). This feast is when the entire nation of Israel's sins were dealt with as a whole. It's when the high priest would go inside the Holy of Holies (only once a year and on this day) to offer atonement for the sins of the entire nation. Fulfillment in Christ Where is Jesus in these sacrificed animals? The bull and one of the goats were offering of thanks, but the “scapegoat” took on their sins (Leviticus 16:10). The scapegoat was to be burdened with all the sins of Israel and sent into the wilderness. The Jewish leaders condemned Jesus, and he — burdened with the sins of all mankind — was led out of the city to be crucified: “He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins — and not only our sins but the sins of the world” (1 John 2:2). The necessity of the Day of Atonement was rendered void by Jesus’ death on the cross — our debt has been paid! In summary, the Day Atonement (Called Yom Kippur today), points to the day of the Second Coming of Jesus when He will return to earth. That will be the day of atonement for the Jewish remnant when they “look upon Him whom they have pierced, ” repent of their sins and receive Him as their Messiah (Zechariah 12:10 and Romans 11:1-6, 25-36). 7. Feast of Tabernacles or Booths — Leviticus 23:34 Celebration always follows the Day of Atonement. The Feast of Tabernacles celebrates God’s provision and protection for the people of Israel during their 40 years wandering in the wilderness; for the seven days of the feast, people live in temporary structures like they did in the wilderness. The Lord himself was with the Israelites in the desert, in a tented temple called the tabernacle, so the feast also celebrates his presence as he tabernacles (dwells) with us. Jesus is called Emmanuel, meaning “God is with us” (Matthew 1:23, NLT). He put on a temporary tabernacle — a human body — to dwell on this earth and offer himself as a sacrifice. This feast also points to the promise that God will return and rally with his people — in the person of Jesus. And when he does, he has promised that there will be no more death and suffering, that he himself will wipe away every tear from our eyes (Revelation 21:4). His return is the final answer to the hope we’ve carried our entire lives. What a day that will be! Unlike searching for Waldo in a messy world, we can pray for God’s wisdom as we read his Word. Even with this small glimpse into these feasts, we see his intentional love for humanity has endured centuries, and he has left us clues that foreshadow the beauty that is to come. The Old Testament has many hidden truths that, in light of the New Testament, bring a richer understanding to your life in Jesus Christ. This feast takes place on the 15th - 22nd days of the 7th month, Tishri. Celebration always follows the Day of Atonement. The Feast of Tabernacles celebrates God’s provision and protection for the people of Israel during their 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. During the seven days of the feast, people live in temporary structures as they did in the wilderness. The Lord himself was with the Israelites in the desert, in a tented temple called the tabernacle, so the feast also celebrates his presence as he tabernacles (dwells) with us. This was a major feast that all male Jews were required to attend in Jerusalem at the temple. Because the Feast of Trumpets and the Day of Atonement were connected to the Feast of Booths, most Jews would arrive in Jerusalem to attend these three feasts that were one right after another. Fulfillment in Christ Jesus is called Emmanuel, meaning “God is with us” (Matthew 1:23). He put on a temporary tabernacle — a human body — to dwell on this earth and offer himself as a sacrifice. This feast also points to the promise that God will return and rally with his people — in the person of Jesus. And when he does, he has promised that there will be no more death and suffering, that he himself will wipe away every tear from our eyes (Revelation 21:4). His return is the final answer to the hope we’ve carried our entire lives. What a day that will be! In summary, the Feast of Tabernacles the jews call this or (Called Sukkot today. This feast day. ) it Points to the Lord’s promise that He will once again tabernacle with His people when He returns to reign over all the world from Jerusalem (Micah 4:1-7). Until next time Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. Hope you read this from your bible if you do you will have a better understanding of Jesus as the savior, and the Christ.

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Elder, can you tell us about Easter??? Lets, Look at and teach about what happened just Before the first Easter Sunday? Post # 1 =+++foot washing? John 13:1-21-John 13:2–17 recounts Jesus' performance of this action. In verses 13:14–17, Christ instructs His disciples: If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. When you read this remember that they were already in the house when Jesus did this washing of their feet, Their feet had already been cleaned at the door, this was new to them, Foot-washing in biblical times was not a matter of ceremony or religious activity, but a necessary form of hygiene. Dusty, dirty paths and roads created the need to have your feet washed constantly. But this was a new thing Jesus was doing for them. However, in most cultures, the activity of washing someone's feet was relegated to the lower classes—the servants. For example, Jesus' disciples may have elevated Him high enough to be worshipful enough to wash His feet, but they would not consider washing each other's feet. Peers did not do that sort of thing, except perhaps very rarely and as a show of great love. But Jesus washed His disciples' feet. The story is in John 13. We see from Luke 22:24 that at this same time, the disciples were arguing with themselves about who among them was the greatest. Jesus' gesture of humility would have been particularly poignant. Jesus taught them to serve each other and others. If the Son of God, the Messiah, could wash their feet, there was no one's feet they could not wash, figuratively. Jesus' selfless servanthood symbolized spiritual cleansing (John 13:6–9) and shows everyone a great model of humility (vs 12–17). Jesus' death on the cross, which brings about spiritual purity for those who put their faith in Him, was unquestionably another selfless display of servanthood (Philippians 2:5–11). Actual foot-washing has become a practice, and even a church ordinance, among some Christians, even in cultures where dusty feet are not the norm. In the early church, we see observance of the Lord's Supper, but not the practice of foot-washing as an ordinance. The biblical accounts of Jesus washing His disciples' feet provide us a model of attitude, not necessarily of a specific activity. This is reflected in 1 Timothy 5:10 where a Christian widow has a practice of washing the feet of the saints. This account does not tell a story of a foot-washing necessarily, but of a woman who serves those around her. Jesus provided us an example of humility and servanthood through washing the feet of His disciples. We should have the same humble attitude and servanthood regarding those near us. As Easter is on the way we turn our minds to Jesus our Lord, and savior. Who the bible says this about Acts 4:12- and God calls all us no matter who we are, a Hope, and says any of us can have that new beginning, but only through John 3:16. That wednesday 30 AD at the last Passover. when the New Covenant Ordinance was placed in the new Covenant Church. Just make sure all adults do know that the easter bunny is the way people teach Children, if you are still a child it will be for you. This year, Easter Sunday will be observed on Sunday, March 31. This is based on the Gregorian calendar. However, many Eastern Orthodox churches follow the Julian calendar rather than the Gregorian. In 2024, Eastern Orthodox Easter will occur on Sunday, May 5 (the Julian calendar date converted to the Gregorian calendar). It does not matter when God's people keep the Easter Sunday, and the communion and washing of the saints feet. (“ Elders, Notice —-____—---FOOTWASHING: SERVICE with the Communion. At Kidd family Ministry 463 East High st, Owingsville Ky Wednesday it will be March 27 th. At 7-0 clock, bring your pan and towel. The Communion will be true Wine, not grape juice. We do not keep any other type of Communion.”) we will only keep a true Communion with REAL WINE, THE SAME KIND JESUS USED. We follow after this, in the Communion we keep, real wine, The disciples and Jesus were present at the last Lord’s passover Supper. Here the Christmas Jesus, placed into the Church a new covenant, Communion, and Foot washing. These men were His most trusted followers, those closest to Him. So we Explain who is to partake of the Lord’s Communion today by defining what is meant by the word unworthily in 1 Corinthians 11:27. All people are to repent daily, and He says do not take the communion without you repenting, So we Explain what it means in the next verse when it says, “let a man/ and this is to women as well examine himself.” Themselves. So an understanding of and for us to Explain what it means to discern the Lord’s body. What this Jesus did for us should not be taken lightly. So we should read about how Jesus’ washing the disciples’ feet, and not let it differ from the foot-washing customs of the day? It is good to remember Why Peter did and why He changed his mind after first telling Jesus, “Thou shalt never wash my feet? ” We need to read on, 1 Timothy 5:10 lists several good works which Paul said were commendable. What are they? Read Matthew 28:19-20. How does this Scripture relate to Foot Washing? Every ordinance or doctrine of the church has a special meaning. To get the full value of each one we (every member) should know why we do them. Each of these has a special meaning and each compliments the other. But, neither will take the place of the other. Here is where anyone can read it for themselves! Mark 14:12-16, 22-25; John 13:2, 4-17; 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 Understand this when you read it. “Something ordained or decreed by God, ” is one definition of an ordinance. Many accept the Lord’s Supper as being ordained by God, while relegating Foot Washing to insignificance, even though both were set forth by Jesus as ordinances to be observed by His followers. God had instructed the Jews to keep the Passover feast once a year and then the feast of unleavened Bread, that is why that Friday, was the sabbath a Holy day the first day of unleavened bread was a Holy, and the last one was seven days later Jesus was placed in the Tomb on a thursday because that friday was a Hold Day, and then came the weekly sabbath saturday, the Holy Day passover was fulfilled the Passover was this Jesus Christ who filled it, and was it. . Jesus was keeping the Passover feast under the Old Covenant and about to fulfill it as the New Covenant sacrifice. with His disciples, and during the meal, He instructed His disciples to observe another The Communion and the Washing of the saints feet—the Lord’s last Passover Supper ended the Old Covenant Passover.. Though there is no saving grace in the ordinance itself, it depicts the total work of Christ on man's behalf. He is the great Redeemer. We want to practice each because the Bible teaches us to. But we also want to understand them so we can obtain the full blessing of each. 1. Jesus washes his Disciple’s feet. (John 13:1-17) At the Last Lord's Supper Jesus gave us The Ordinance Of Feet Washing — for sure it is an Ordinance Of Humility Here is what He did, John 13:4-5 "He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself. 5 After that he poured water into a basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded." "These ordinances are established for a purpose. Christ’s followers are to bear in mind the example of Christ in his humility. This ordinance is to encourage humility, but it should never be termed humiliating, in the sense of being degrading to humanity. It is to tender our hearts toward one another." What did Jesus teach? The Holy days were upon them, “Then came the day of unleavened bread; when the passover must be killed. At the temple they were going to kill something. And he sent Peter and John, saying, Go and prepare us the passover, that we may eat. And they said unto him, Where wilt thou that we prepare? And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where he enters. And ye shall say unto the goodman of the house, The Master saith unto thee, Where is the guest-chamber, where I shall eat the passover with my disciples? And he shall show you a large upper room furnished: there make ready. And they went, and found as he had said unto them: and they made ready the passover. And when the hour came, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him. And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer: for I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves: for I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come. You may not drink wine now but if You go to Him you will. Jesus said, “I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you” (verse 15). We must ask, then, just what did Jesus do? He got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, wrapped a towel around his waist, poured water into a basin, washed the disciples’ feet, and dried them with his towel. Christians should not skip any of what Jesus did. Or says. We should do just as He did, so to pour water into a basin, And have someone wash our feet and dry with our own towel. Most Christians do literally wash one another’s feet, so do we.. Some churches have an annual foot washing service. On the evening he was betrayed, Jesus “poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him” (John 13:5). No one can change this in the bible. “When he had finished washing their feet, he put on his clothes and returned to his place. ‘Do you understand what I have done for you? ’ he asked them….??? ‘Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet’” (verses 12, 14). But as always I ask will you do the same.???? In the days of dusty roads and open-toed sandals, feet often became dirty, and it was the job of the lowest servants to wash the guests’ feet. Remember they were already in the House, and at the supper so the road dust we already removed from them No Jew would eat unwashed. Until Next time The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd. But Jesus set an example of service by doing this job himself, despite the protests from Peter. In order to establish the order of events at the "Lord's supper" we first need to understand two principles of interpretation of scripture. The first is that scripture is not always written in chronological order. This can be easily established by examining passages which are obviously out of order, for example, compare Genesis 8:4-5 with Genesis 8:6-12, or by examining parallel passages where the order does not agree; compare Matthew 4:3-11 with Luke 4:2-13, and ask yourself which was Jesus' second temptation? There are two main ways of establishing the correct chronological sequence of events, the first of which is that the wording of the scripture often indicates it, and when it does this has a high priority. The second is also the second principle of interpretation, "In the mouth of two or three witnesses every word shall be established" (2 Corinthians 13:1). This principle is confirmed by many scriptures (Num 35:30; Deut 17:6; 19:15; Matthew 18:16; John 8:17). So when no other evidence is available, and two witnesses such as Matthew and Mark agree on the order, then even when a third witness such as Luke disagrees, we can still establish the true sequence of events by this rule. This is in fact the case here, Matthew and Mark agree totally as far as the order of events is concerned, while Luke disagrees in some places. John's account misses out much that the other gospels agree on, but then he also adds much that the other gospels miss out. We also need to remember that Matthew and John were present at this supper, so we would need strong evidence from the scripture if we were to rearrange the order of events which they have recorded. Some have tried to say that Luke's account gives the most accurate chronological sequence, based on his introduction: (Luke 1:3-4) "It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto you in order, most excellent Theophilus, That you might know the certainty of those things, in which you have been instructed." The word translated in order (Gr. καθεξῆς Gtr. cathexes) comes from two words, "kata", which means "according to", and "hexes" which is separately translated "after" (Luke 7:11), "next" (Luke 9:37; Acts 27:18), and "following" (Acts 21:1). Thus it indicates a sequence of events which follow each other in order, and some have interpreted this to say that Luke's gospel records a correct chronological sequence of Jesus' ministry. However, that contradicts some of the best principles interpreting the word of God, some of which are being used here, and it is obvious from this study that that is not what it refers to. What it does refer to is not the order of the events in Luke's writings, but rather the order in which he did things; namely, that his writing to Theophilus follows his obtaining the records of others (Luke 1:1-2), and his having perfect understanding (v3). If "kathexes" had been translated, as it is in some other places, "afterwards" (Luke 8:1), or "after" (Acts 3:24), or even "next", this would have made the true meaning much clearer. Therefore, as we analyze the situation, we will use Matthew's account and Mark's account as a basis, fill in the events that only John records, and establish the rest of the order either from the scriptures themselves or by reasoning from our scriptural understanding of the situation when we have no other choice. JESUS SITS DOWN WITH THE TWELVE APOSTLES MATTHEW 26:20 20 Now when the evening came, he sat down with the twelve. MARK 14:17 17 And in the evening, he comes with the twelve. LUKE 22:14 14 And when the hour came, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him. JESUS' DESIRE TO EAT THE PASSOVER BEFORE SUFFERING LUKE 22:15-16 15 And he said to them, With desire I have desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer: 16 For I say to you, I will not eat any more of it, until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God. Note: This event only occurs in Luke's account, but we can make this an early event because it follows Jesus sitting down with his disciples (v14), and precedes Jesus' prophecy of his betrayal (v21). The context of the speech also suggests that this was at the beginning of the supper, and as there is no evidence to the contrary, there seems no reason to put it anywhere else. Some might consider verse 17 to be put with this, the cup being used during the Passover supper, but it is much more true to context to put it with verse 18, which certainly fits in after Jesus introduced the wine as representing the blood of the new covenant THE DISCIPLES STRIVE OVER WHO IS THE GREATEST LUKE 22:24-30 24 And there was also a strife among them, who of them should be accounted the greatest. 25 And he said to them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and those who exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. 26 But you shall not be so: but he who is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he who is chief, as he who serves. 27 For who is greater, he who sits at meat, or he who serves? Isn't he who sits at meat? But I am among you as he who serves. 28 You are those who have continued with me in my temptations. 29 And I appoint to you a kingdom, as my Father has appointed to me; 30 That you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel. (1) Jesus said to them, "I appoint to you a kingdom. .. That you may. .. sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel" (v29-30), so we can discern that he was speaking to twelve people, which would include Judas because He was still there. But Jesus already new who would betray Him, Jesus would not make this appointment to Judas, because he knew that he would betray him, but Judas would certainly be one of the water baptized people there, But just like to we all need to have daily repentance to keep from the Devils work., he was appointed to preach the gospel and heal the sick just like all the others, (Mark 3:13-19; Luke 9:1-2), he was given authority over all devils, but He gave it up, and to cure diseases was give to Him but money looked alot better to Him, (Matthew 10:1; Mark 3:15; Luke 9:1), he was appointed as an apostle (Matthew 10:2-4; Luke 6:13-16; Acts 1:25), he had part of the ministry (Acts 1:17), and was a bishop in the church of God (Acts 1:20). Until he fell from his position by transgression (Acts 1:25), which was the act of betrayal, Jesus would not unfairly judge him for what he had not already done, but would treat him exactly the same as the others, without respect for persons. Jesus also knew that Peter was about to deny him three times, and he prophesied it (Matthew 26:33-35; Mark 14:29-31; Luke 22:31-34; John 13:33-38), but it didn't prevent him from washing his feet either, did it? We can therefore judge that Judas was still present at this time. (2) Comparing the order of this with the feet-washing of the disciples, it seems inconceivable that after Jesus humbled himself in such a manner as to wash their feet that they would then strive among themselves over how great they were. Throughout this discourse Jesus is telling them to serve one another (v26-27), and it is a mark of a good teacher not only to teach by words, but also by example (John 13:15). Therefore it seems reasonable, that after seeing their self-exaltation, and rebuking them with words as these scriptures show, he would then go on to demonstrate it by the example of humbling himself to wash their feet. Thus we can conclude that this striving came before the feet-washing. Thus we can see that the flesh of the sacrifice, and the bread, are both types of the body of Jesus, because when he took the bread during the "Lord's" supper, he said, "this is my body" (Matthew 26:26, Mark 14:22). So in every Old Testament type that we can associate with this ordinance, the feet-washing always came before the eating and drinking. Jesus would never turn this around to contradict the scripture - he had to conform to the "types" already appointed - so again this leads us to conclude that at the last supper, the feet-washing was done before the ordinances involving the bread and the wine. JESUS PROPHESIES HIS BETRAYAL MATTHEW 26:21 21 And as they ate, he said, Amen I say to you, that one of you shall betray me. MARK 14:18 18 And as they sat and ate, Jesus said, Amen I say to you, One of you who eats with me shall betray me. LUKE 22:21 21 But, behold, the hand of him who betrays me is with me on the table. JOHN 13:18-21 (Jesus) 18 I do not speak of you all: I know whom I have chosen: but that the scripture may be fulfilled, He who eats bread with me has lifted up his heel against me. 19 Now I tell you before it comes, that when it comes to pass, you may believe that I am he. 20 Amen, amen, I say to you, He who receives whoever I send, receives me; and he who receives me receives him who sent me. 21 When Jesus had thus said, he was troubled in spirit, and testified, and said, Amen, amen, I say to you, that one of you shall betray me. Note: All four accounts here coincide very well, although John adds more detail of what was said than the others. However, as his additional information is followed by "When Jesus had thus said" (v21), it is right to include it here rather than preceding the event recorded only by Luke (See #2.04). It seems obvious also from the scriptures themselves that Judas was still here at this point. THE DISCIPLES ARE SORROWFUL AND QUESTION WHO IT IS MATTHEW 26:22 22 And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began every one of them to say to him, Lord, is it I? MARK 14:19 19 And they began to be sorrowful, and to say to him one by one, Is it I? And another said, Is it I? LUKE 22:23 23 And they began to enquire among themselves, which one of them it was who should do this thing. JOHN 13:22-25 22 Then the disciples looked one on another, doubting whom he spoke. 23 Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved. 24 Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, that he should ask who it should be of whom he spoke. 25 He then lying on Jesus' breast says to him, Lord, who is it? Note: In every account this event follows the previous one, and although John again gives more information, it seems evident that it is all part of the same event. JESUS ANSWERS "HE THAT DIPS WITH ME IN THE DISH" MATTHEW 26:23 23 He answered and said, He who dips his hand with me in the dish, the same shall betray me. MARK 14:20 20 And he answered and said to them, It is one of the twelve, who dips with me in the dish. Note: This discourse comes only in two accounts, but in both of them the sequence agrees that it follows the disciples questioning who the betrayer is, and precedes the prophecy of the fate of the betrayer. THE FATE OF THE BETRAYER MATTHEW 26:24 24 The Son of man goes as it is written of him: but woe to that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! It would have been good for that man if he had not been born. MARK 14:21 21 The Son of man indeed goes, as it is written of him: but woe to that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! It would have been good for that man if he had never been born. LUKE 22:22 22 And truly the Son of man goes, as it was determined: but woe to that man by whom he is betrayed! Note: Matthew and Mark agree on the order of this event while Luke puts it before the disciples questioning who the betrayer is, but as we have established the rule earlier (See Introduction 1), we can continue the sequence according to the two witnesses who agree. JUDAS IS IDENTIFIED AS THE BETRAYER JOHN 13:26 26 Jesus answered, He it is, to whom I shall give a piece of bread, when I have dipped it. And when he had dipped the piece of bread, he gave it to Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon. MATTHEW 26:25 25 Then Judas, who betrayed him, answered and said, Master, is it I? He said to him, You have said. Note: Matthew is the only one to show the correct position of this event, which is after the prophecy of the fate of the betrayer (v24), but preceding the blessing of the bread (v26). John's version is not contrary to Matthew's, but rather supplementary to it, and it seems evident that John's record comes before Matthew's. Try reversing the order and see if these verses make sense. JUDAS LEAVES THE SUPPER JOHN 13:27-30 27 And after the piece of bread Satan entered into him. Then Jesus said to him, What you do, do quickly. 28 Now no man at the table knew for what intent he spoke this to him. 29 For some of them thought, because Judas had the bag, that Jesus had said to him, Buy those things that we have need of against the feast; or, that he should give something to the poor. 30 He then, having received the piece of bread, went immediately out: and it was night. Note: This is recorded by no one except John, but it is obvious (v30) that Judas left immediately (Gtr. eutheos) after being identified by Jesus. The other disciples did not perceive this identification (v28), and when Judas left they thought that he had gone to obtain things for the feast (v29), which also shows that they were still eating the Passover supper at this time. The fact that Judas left immediately after receiving the piece of bread (v30), also shows that he was still eating at that time, and again confirms that the Passover supper was still in progress when he left. JESUS AND GOD ARE GLORIFIED JOHN 13:31-32 31 Therefore when he had gone out, Jesus said, Now is the Son of man glorified, and God is glorified in him. 32 If God is glorified in him, God shall also glorify him in himself, and shall immediately glorify him. Note: There is no doubt here that this occurred after Judas left, "when he had gone out" (v31) being a good translation of the two Greek words "hote excel then". As this occurs only in John's account, and in scripture sequence it follows directly after Judas' exit, it seems reasonable to assume that this is the first recorded detail of what was said after Judas left. JESUS BLESSES THE BREAD MATTHEW 26:26 26 And as they were eating1, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and broke it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. MARK 14:22 22 And as they ate1, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and broke it, and gave to them, and said, Take, eat: this is my body. LUKE 22:19 19 And he took bread, and gave thanks, and broke it, and gave to them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me. 1 CORINTHIANS 11:23-24 (Paul) 23 For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered to you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread: 24 And when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, Take, eat; this is my body, which is broken for you, this do in remembrance of me. Note: Again the order of this event follows the sequence related by Matthew and Mark. It follows the prophecy of the betrayer in Mark, and the identification of Judas as the betrayer in Matthew, which is simply missed out of Mark's account. We have also followed John's account to see that Judas had left by this time, although Matthew and Mark have both omitted this, and we now need to consider when exactly this blessing of the bread took place. The two statements, as they were eating1 (Matthew 26:26), and as they ate (Mark 14:22) are both translated from the same Greek words ἐσθιόντων αὐτῶν (Gtr. esthionton auton) and give the correct meaning. "Esthionton" is the genitive, plural, masculine, present, active participle, of the verb "esthio", "I eat", and literally means "while eating". The present participle usually refers to an action simultaneous with the main verb (DFH which in both of these cases is "broken"; thus indicating that they were still eating the Passover when Jesus did this. They could not have been eating the "Lord's supper", because that did not take place until after Jesus had blessed the bread. The blessing and breaking of the bread took place while they were still eating the Passover supper, and as the Passover bread seems to have been used, we could conclude that this was instigated as part of the supper. The order of events was as follows: (1) Jesus took the bread (2) Jesus blessed the bread and gave thanks, (3) Jesus broke the bread, (4) Jesus gave the bread to his disciples, (5) Jesus commanded them to eat. Some may be concerned about whether we should eat as we receive the bread, or wait, and all eat together. What does the scripture say? (1 Corinthians 11:33-34) "Therefore my brethren, when you come together to eat, wait one for another. And if any man is hungry, let him eat at home; that you do not come together to be condemned. " This agrees with how we would eat normally doesn't it? We wouldn't come to the table one by one and begin eating before others came, but rather we would come together first, say grace, and then eat together. Even though two different words are used, it is possible that the blessing and the giving of thanks refer to the same thing. Otherwise, because there are two witnesses for both, we have no evidence which of these two came first. The word translated blessed (Matthew 26:26; Mark 14:22) is the Greek word εὐλογήσας (Gtr. eulogizes) which is the nominative, singular, masculine, aorist, active participle, of the verb "eulogeo", "I bless", or "I speak well of'', and literally means "having blessed", or "after blessing". This shows that the blessing took place before the breaking of the bread. The Word translated gave thanks (Luke 22:19), and when he had given thanks (1 Corinthians 11:24) is the same Greek word εὐχαριστήσας (Gtr. eucharist as) which is the nominative, singular, masculine, aorist, active participle, of the verb "eucharisteo", "I give thanks", and literally means "having given thanks", or "after giving thanks". This confirms that the giving of thanks took place before the breaking of bread. JESUS TAKES THE CUP AND GIVES THANKS MATTHEW 26:27-28 27 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink of it, all of you; 28 For this is my blood of the New Covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. MARK 14:23-24 23 And he took the cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them: and they all drank of it. 24 And he said to them, This is my blood of the New Covenant, which is shed for many. LUKE 22:20, 17 20 Likewise also the cup after supper1, saying, This cup is the New Covenant in my blood, which is shed for you. 17 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves: 1 CORINTHIANS 11:25 (Paul) 25 After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped1, saying, This cup is the New Covenant in my blood: this do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me. Note 1: There are two excellent reasons why this follows the blessing of the bread, the first one being that in the order-sequence it immediately follows it in all of the four accounts where it is recorded. Also the words translated after supper1 (Luke 22:20) and when he had supped (1 Corinthians 11:25) are the same Greek words μετὰ τὸ δειπνῆσαι (Gtr. meta to deipnesai) which literally means "after supping". Both of these scriptures confirm that this took place after the eating of bread, which was done during the Passover supper and there seems no logical reason to try to position this event anywhere else. This then seems to be the correct order of events during this ordinance: (1) Jesus took the cup, (2) Jesus gave thanks, (3) Jesus gave it to the disciples, (4) Jesus told them all to drink of it (Matthew 26:27), (5) The disciples all drank (Mark 14:23), apparently out of the same cup, because the word "cup" is singular. This means that they must have drunk in sequence, one after the other, and not all together as they ate the bread. (6) Jesus explained it as the blood of the New Covenant. The only account which disagrees with this order is again Luke's, but where he does not agree, in each case there are at least two others who do. Note 2: Some may try to reverse the order of verses 20 and 17 in Luke's account, but in fact they need to be split, and the correct order compared to the other accounts appears to be as follows: "Likewise also the cup after supper (v20), he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves: (v17), this cup is the New covenant in my blood, which is shed for you (v20)." JESUS WILL DRINK NO MORE MATTHEW 26:29 29 But I say to you, From now on I will not drink of this fruit of the vine, until the day when I drink it with you in my Father's kingdom. MARK 14:25 25 Amen I say to you, I will drink no more of the fruit of the vine, until that day I drink it new in the kingdom of God. LUKE 22:18 18 For I say to you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come. Note: Both Matthew and Mark agree on the placing of this directly after the giving of the cup, although again Luke is partly out of order. It seems certain that these three verses align exactly with one another, so this helps us to position Luke 22:17 in the previous So we will have the washing of Feet, and take the Real Communion with real Wine. Until next time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd.

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When searching for God let it be this God, God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Ghost. Thank you for you Emails, and Calls, All questions were much the same thing today. Just got home, long drive, long day down at the creek. Elders Post from Rev. Simon Kidd. [email protected] 859-274-2617- box 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky. we are ready to serve you. Kidd Family Ministry. In our world you will find many God’s that men have for sale, and are peddled out for a price, and to control other humans. If you are seeking God, let it be the true one, because if Jesus did not save you, you are not saved, and the very truth is, Hell awaits this life better all you want, because Fire will be in the next one. The devil usually comes with humans, can’t, burn in hell forever, this is true, but when a Holy God speaks to fire what do you think the fire will do? Will it obey God? Hell is a very real place made By God, Himself. The Holy Trinity is one of the most profound and distinctive doctrines in Christianity, encapsulating the essence of God as three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. With the bible telling us this, it says about itself, The Bible is verbally inspired by God and is our infallible rule of faith and conduct. 2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21; if someone has other answers where did they get them from. So when someone brings you something other than what the bible says, we should just say this, Just What is the purpose of my life? The bible says, My purpose is to know God, love Him, enjoy Him, and glorify Him.1 God made me for Himself. I belong to God because He created me. When I know Him, love Him, enjoy Him, and glorify Him, I am truly satisfied.3 Psalm 16:111; Genesis 1:262 ; 1 Peter 4:11 Ask yourself, Who is God? God is the Creator and holds everyone and everything together. He is holy and does not change. He never gave men the job of changing His word. He is not a man that He has to tell lies, Numbers 23:19 is where we can read this from Him. He has no beginning and no end. So He has not sent this person, He is perfect in love, goodness, wisdom, justice, and truth. God is Spirit. Nothing happens except through Him and by His will.5 John 1:1-31; Isaiah 6:32 ; Malachi 3:63 ; Revelation 1:84 ; Daniel 4:3 What is the Trinity As the Bible tells us? The Trinity describes the truth that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one God. They have always existed in a loving relationship as One. Each is fully God with exactly the same attributes. Anyone can read this from the scripture. They work with one mind to accomplish one will and are equally worthy of worship. Matthew 28:19-201; John 14:16-172 ; 2 Corinthians 13:143 To address contemporary issues and perspectives the bible is to be our only guide. God tells us this, the Scriptures—both the Old and New Testaments—to be the verbally inspired Word of God, written by men in God’s control, inerrant and infallible and God’s very word, and the final authority in faith and life. We are to accept the literal, grammatical-historical system of interpretation of the Scriptures, and accept the historical record of the Bible as accurate and adequate (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 2 Pet. 1:20, 21; Ps. 19:7-9). Additionally, the Trinity is a focal point in interfaith dialogue, as Christians engage with believers of other faiths. Understanding and articulating the Trinity in today’s context remains a dynamic and evolving task, reflecting the ongoing nature of theological inquiry. Beware of any human who comes to you in sheep's clothing. God only reveals himself like this in the bible. The Trinity is shown to us like this. They are one God, the eternal, infinite and all-knowing Spirit in whom all things have their source support and end (Deut. 6:4; John 4:24; Gen. 1:1). Within this one God three distinct persons exist—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit —united, equal and perfect in all attributes (Matt. 28:19; Acts 7:55; Acts 10:38; 2 Cor. 13:14). The Godhead is one in essence, but within this perfect unity and equality exists order in function—first the Father, then the Son, and then the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 11:3; John 17:3-4; John 15:26; John 16:7). The Person and Work of the Father are told to us very clearly in the Bible. The bible says, God the Father to be the first person of the Trinity. As part of the Trinity, God the Father is distinct both in His relationship to the other members of the Godhead and in His works as part of the Trinity. Although all works of God are the acts of a Triune God, some acts are especially ascribed to the Father, such as creation (Eph. 3:9; Heb. 12:9), election (1 Pet. 1:2; Eph. 1:4), redemption (John 6:37; 17:4-7), and the predetermining of all things (Eph. 1:5; John 5:30). God the Father is also distinct in that He is seen as the Father of the second member of the Trinity (John 1:18; 14:13) and the spiritual Father of all who believe in Him (Matt. 5:45; 1 John 3:1). The Person and Work of Christ It is clear as to what the Lord Jesus Christ has done, and will do for Mankind, the eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God; that He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin, that He might redeem sinful man. He accomplished this redemption by voluntarily giving Himself as a sinless substitutionary sacrifice on the cross, thereby satisfying God’s righteous judgment against sin. He gave proof that He accomplished that redemption by His bodily resurrection from the grave. He then ascended to the right hand of His Father where He intercedes on behalf of those who trust Him (John 1:1, 2, 14, 18; Luke 1:34, 35; Rom. 3:24-26; 8:34). The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit In the scripture we can read that the Holy Spirit is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin; that He alone brings new life to those who are spiritually dead; that He baptizes (or places) all believers into the one true Church, which is the Body of Christ; that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of redemption, bestows spiritual gifts upon them, and fills (controls) those who are yielding to Him (John 3:3-8; 16:7-11; 1 Cor. 12:13; John 14:16, 17; Eph. 4:30; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Eph. 5:18). So this God, God Wants You, To Know Him as a Perfect Father The doctrine of the Holy Trinity remains central to Christian theology and practice, embodying the mystery, unity, and diversity of God. While challenging to fully comprehend, the Trinity invites believers into a deeper relationship with God, characterized by love, community, and mutual indwelling. As Christians continue to explore and reflect on this mystery, they are encouraged to embrace the complexity and richness of their faith, which reflects the incomprehensible yet personal nature of God. This foundational belief sets Christianity apart from other monotheistic religions by presenting a unique understanding of God’s nature and relationality. The importance of the Trinity extends beyond theological speculation; it is central to Christian worship, prayer, and the everyday life of believers. Understanding the Holy Trinity is essential not only for theological literacy but also for experiencing the depth of Christian faith and practice. Foundational Concepts of the Holy Trinity is what the bible says. The Holy Trinity refers to the Christian Godhead as one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as we have told you, . Each person is distinct, yet all three share the same divine essence or substance, a concept articulated through the terms “persona” and “substantia” (Latin) or “ousia” (Greek). This mysterious doctrine does not imply three gods, but rather one God in three co-eternal, co-equal persons. This foundational belief challenges human understanding, inviting believers into a deeper contemplation of the divine mystery. Biblical References and Origins is very clear, and to the point, It is very clear in the scripture that we are told, and Scripture teaches there is one and only one true and living God, who is self-existent, and the eternal “I AM, ” the creator of heaven and earth, and the redeemer of mankind. So saved people believe, and know that He has chosen to reveal Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the same in essence, though distinct in personality (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10-11; Matthew 28:18-19; Luke 3:22). These three are one God, having the same nature, attributes, and perfection and are worthy of the same homage and obedience (Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3, 4; II Corinthians 13:14; Revelation 1:4-6). The mode of His existence, however, is a subject far above the understanding of man. He is the fountain of all perfection and happiness. He is glorified by the whole of creation and is worthy to be loved and served by all intelligence. He, therefore, is the only proper object of worship (Jeremiah 10:10; Exodus 3:14; Psalms 90:2; Matthew 28:19, 20; Job 11:7; Psalms 19:1, 2; 145:10; 150:6; Exodus 34:14). They also know that He is a Person the Holy Ghost is our Teacher, and is very real The Scriptures ascribe to the Holy Spirit the acts and attributes of an intelligent being. He guides, knows, moves, gives information, commands, forbids, sends forth, reproves, as the instrumental segment of the GodHead in the liberal dispersion of spiritual gifts, and can be sinned against (John 16:13; I Corinthians 2:11; Genesis 1:2; Acts 10:19; 13:2; 16:6; 13:4; John 16:8; Mark 3:29; Acts 7:51; Ephesians 4:30; I Corinthians 12). The works of God are ascribed to the Holy Spirit; creation; inspiration, giving of life, and sanctification (Job 33:4; II Peter 1:21; I Peter 3:18; I Corinthians 6:11). The ministry of the Holy Spirit emphasizes function in our lives. One needs the Holy Spirit to live correctly. A believer is either spiritual or carnal. Personal sin takes one out of spirituality and into carnality. Confession of sin changes one from living by the flesh and puts one into living by the Holy Spirit. We continue living by the Holy Spirit by faith. Spirituality is attained through a believer’s walk with the Spirit, by not grieving the Spirit, and by quenching not the Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19; Ephesians 4:30; Galatians 5:16-6:1, 1 John 1). All believers are entitled to and should ardently expect and earnestly seek the Promise of the Father, the baptism in the Holy Spirit. With it comes the endowment of power for life and service, and the bestowment of the gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-5; I Corinthians 12:1-31). This wonderful experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth (Acts 2:38; 10:44-46; 11:14-16; 15:7-8). While the term “Trinity” does not appear in the Bible, the concept is rooted in Scripture. The Old Testament contains hints of the Trinity, such as the plural form used in Genesis 1:26-31 (“Let us make man in our image”) and the Lord’s threefold blessing in Numbers. The New Testament provides clearer affirmations, particularly through Jesus’ baptism, the Great Commission in Matthew, and various Pauline epistles. The roles of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit in salvation history reveal the Trinitarian nature of God, showcasing a dynamic relationship of love and mutual indwelling. Historical Development and Theological Concepts The doctrine of the Trinity was not formalized overnight. Early Church Fathers grappled with Scripture and philosophical concepts to articulate this doctrine, leading to the formulation of the Nicene Creed in 325 AD and the Athanasian Creed. These creeds were responses to controversies such as Arianism, which denied the full divinity of Jesus. The development of the Trinity doctrine was a process of deepening understanding and clarification, reflecting the Church’s commitment to preserving the truth of God’s revelation. Comparative Perspectives Christian denominations differ in their nuances of Trinitarian doctrine. The Eastern Orthodox Church emphasizes the monarchy of the Father and the “procession” of the Holy Spirit, while the Roman Catholic Church and many Protestant traditions share a common understanding based on the creeds. However, there are non-Trinitarian Christian groups, such as Unitarians and Jehovah’s Witnesses, who reject traditional formulations of the Trinity, highlighting the diversity of Christian theological perspectives. Practical Aspects and Symbolism The Trinity profoundly influences Christian life and worship. Prayer often invokes the Trinity, reflecting belief in a God who is relational and accessible. Christian art, symbols, and liturgy, such as the sign of the cross, reflect Trinitarian beliefs. Moreover, Saved people should not let any man show them anything but this from God’s word, the scripture shows us this, The one true God has revealed Himself as the eternally self-existent "I AM, " the Creator of heaven and earth and the Redeemer of mankind. He has further revealed Himself as embodying the principles of relationship and association as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. He has revealed Himself as one God existing in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. These three are coequal and are one God. Deuteronomy 6:4 Isaiah 43:10, 11 Matthew 28:19 Luke 3:22 The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ is very real, and He came in the flesh as a man, and lived without sin. The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. We believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Savior of men, conceived by the Holy Spirit, born by the Virgin Mary. He is totally God, coequal with the Father and totally man. We believe Christ died for our sins, was buried and rose again the third day. He bodily ascended into heaven and will return again someday for His Church. The Scriptures declare: His virgin birth, Matthew 1:23 Luke 1:31 Luke 1:35 His sinless life, Hebrews 7:26 1 Peter 2:22 His divinity Matt 28: 18 John 5: 23 John 5: 24 John 8:58 John 10: 30 John 11:25 John 17:5 His miracles, Acts 2:22 Acts 10:38 His substitutionary work on the cross, 1 Corinthians 15:3 2 Corinthians 5:21 His bodily resurrection from the dead, Matthew 28:6 Luke 24:39 1 Corinthians 15:4 His exaltation to the right hand of God Acts 1:9 Acts 1:11 Acts 2:33 Philippians 2:9-11 Hebrews 1:3 The Holy Spirit is very real. Believe it because you can read about Him in God’s word. that the Holy Spirit is coequal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He longs to fill every Christian with His power and presence. He provides the believer with the power for victorious living, understanding of spiritual truths, guidance in doing what is right, and for the supernatural work of the ministry. · 2 Corinthians 3:17 · John 14:16-17 · John 16:7-13 · Acts 1:8 We do have a need to be saved, The Fall of Man Man was created good and upright; for God said, "Let us make man in our own image, after our likeness." However, man by voluntary transgression fell and thereby incurred not only physical death but also spiritual death, which is separation from God. So when we say We believe that people are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme objects of God’s creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by this attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.” This sin separates people from God. Genesis 1:26, 27 Genesis 2:17 Genesis 3:6 Romans 5:12-19 Until Next time The elder.

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Dear Worry-wart. It is great That you are doing something about Worry. I don't Care What some false teacher says God does not tell us to worry about anything. He says, Worry is a lack of faith and trust, from looking at circumstances instead of the Lord. From The Elder:::: The scripture is very clear, They tell us This. * Psalm 127:2 It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so He giveth His beloved sleep. * Matthew 6:25-34 Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not life more than meat, and the body more than raiment? 26 Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your Heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? 27 Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature? 28 And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: 29 And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 30 Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which today is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall He not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith? 31 Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Where shall we be clothed? 32 (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your Heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. 33 But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. 34 Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. * Matthew 8:24-26 And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but He was asleep. 25 And His disciples came to Him, and awoke Him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish. 26 And He saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then He arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm. * Matthew 14:25-31 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. 26 And when the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out of fear. 27 But straightway Jesus spoke unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. 28 And Peter answered Him and said, Lord, if it be Thou, bid me come unto Thee on the water. 29 And He said, Come. And when Peter came down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. 31 And immediately Jesus stretched forth His hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt? * Luke 21:34 And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with … cares of this life, and so that Day come upon you unawares. God is telling us this, Worry and fear can cause you to make serious mistakes, which faith and trust could have prevented. * Numbers 13:28-33 Nevertheless the people are strong that dwell in the land, and the cities are walled, and very great: and moreover we saw the children of Anak there. … 30 And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it. 31 But the men that went up with him said, We are not able to go up against the people; for they are stronger than us. 32 And they brought up an evil report of the land which they had searched unto the children of Israel, saying, The land, through which we have gone to search it, is a land that eateth up the inhabitants thereof; and all the people that we saw in it are men of a great stature. 33 And there we saw the giants, the sons of Anak, which come of the giants: and we were in our own sight as grasshoppers, and so we were in their sight. * Numbers 14:1-4, 34 And all the congregation lifted up their voice, and cried; and the people wept that night. 2 And all the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron: and the whole congregation said unto them, Would God that we had died in the land of Egypt! Or would God we had died in this wilderness! … 3 Were it not better for us to return to Egypt? 4 And they said one to another, Let us make a captain, and let us return to Egypt. … 34 After the number of the days in which ye searched the land, even forty days, each day for a year, shall ye bear your iniquities, even forty years, and ye shall know My breach of promise. * Job 3:25, 26 For the thing which I greatly feared is coming upon me, and that which I was afraid of is coming unto me. 26 I was not in safety, neither had I rested, nor was I quiet; yet trouble came. * Isaiah 28:16b He that believeth shall not make haste. * Matthew 25:24, 25 Then he which had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed: 25 And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine. * Romans 8:15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. Unwisely comparing yourself with the ungodly can cause needless worry. * Psalm 37:1 Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. * Psalm 37:7, 35, 36 Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. … 35 I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay tree. 36 Yet he passed away, and, lo, he was not: yea, I sought him, but he could not be found. * Proverbs 24:19 Fret not thyself because of evil men, neither be thou envious at the wicked. * Isaiah 8:12b, 13 Neither fear ye their fear, nor be afraid. 13 Sanctify the Lord of hosts himself; and let Him be your fear, and let Him be your dread. The Lord tells us to cast our worries and burdens on Him. * Psalm 55:22 Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee: He shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. * Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto Me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light. * 1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your care upon Him; for He careth for you. It is impossible to worry when we are meditating on the Lord and His Word. * Psalm 112:7, 8b He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord. 8b His heart is established, he shall not be afraid. * Psalm 119:165 Great peace has they which love Thy law: and nothing shall offend them. * Proverbs 1:33 But whoso hearkeneth unto Me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil. * Proverbs 3:1, 2 My son, forget not My law; but let thine heart keep My commandments: 2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. * Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Thee: because he trusteth in Thee. * Isaiah 48:18 O that thou hadst hearkened to My commandments! Then had thy peace been as a river, and thy righteousness as the waves of the sea. * Philippians 4:6, 7 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. We have nothing to worry or fear because God is with us and will not fail! * Deuteronomy 1:29, 30a Then I said unto you, Dread not, neither be afraid of them. 30a The Lord your God which goeth before you, He shall fight for you. * Deuteronomy 20:3, 4 And shall say unto them, Hear, O Israel, ye approach this day unto battle against your enemies: let not your hearts faint, fear not, and do not tremble, neither be ye terrified because of them; 4 For the Lord your God is He that goeth with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you. * Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, He it is that doth go with thee; He will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. * Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me. * Zechariah 8:13b So will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing: fear not, but let your hands be strong. * Mark 5:36b Be not afraid, only believe. * John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in Me. * John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. * 1 John 5:4-5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. 5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? DON’T LET THE DEVIL GET YOU DOWN! Discouragement is the Devil’s favorite weapon.–He tries to get you looking at your own mistakes, sins, weaknesses and failures. The Devil, the Accuser of the Saints, picks on all the little things, all the tiny little faults! If he can’t discourage you any other way, he tries to belittle you and belittle what you’re doing. He whispers the lies that are the most easily believed, either about yourself, or sometimes other people. But the Lord doesn’t say to look at yourself or others. He doesn’t say to look at all the problems and troubles either. He says, “Look unto Jesus” (Heb.12:2). What is discouragement? It means not encouraged, without courage, or your courage is at a low ebb. Discouragement is a loss and lack of faith. “Faith comes by hearing the Word of God” (Rom.10:17). So when you get discouraged, the quickest remedy is to start praying and quoting Scriptures and reading the Bible and telling the Devil he’s a liar. And your faith will grow, the doubts will flee, and you’ll be on the road to victory again! You’ll be amazed if you’ll just pray! He’s no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34). “If any man lacks wisdom, let him ask of God that giveth to all men liberally and upbraideth not. But let him ask in faith, nothing … Beware of a fake, because the Bible tells us what we should believe, and that we are just What God says we are and no more. Forgiveness has to come from God. THE BASIC FOUNDATION PRINCIPLE OF EVERY FALSE RELIGION IS SELF-SALVATION, SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS! The scripture tells us that there are only two kinds of religions in the world: The religion of God, which is a religion of faith and grace–and all the false religions which are religions of self-works, self-righteousness and self-salvation! Cain was the first false religionist. He decided he would sacrifice whatever he wanted instead of what God had asked. He would set his own standards and that would be his religion. But Cain’s sacrifice, the fruits of his own labors, his own righteousness, was rejected of God and displeased God.–And Cain rose up and killed his own brother in a jealous, envious rage because his brother’s sacrifice was accepted–so simple, so humble, but so obedient. And still today, there are many people who try to worship God and be religious and be holy and have some form of religious worship, but it’s not what God has asked for. Only the blood of Jesus Christ can be a sacrifice and satisfy His commandments.–And only trusting Jesus for Salvation can save us! “My hope is built on nothing less, Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness! This is us just doing what He calls Obedience. When we stand of Jesus as the savior, and the only way, it is as Acts 4:12 is saying for us to stand. We are at that time when we John 3:16 we are making that God given, free will choice to stand On Christ the solid Rock, so it is to each one of us to say, I stand. All the other ground is sinking sand! ” Until Next Time Rev. Elder Simon Kidd

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Elder, can you help us with The Difference Between Conviction, And Condemnation: 3/14/2024 answers. Let's look at the Definitions first: Condemnation is a pronouncement of guilt; a strong expression of disapproval; doom. Remorse is the keen pain or anguish resulting from a sense of guilt; painful memory of wrongdoing. As the Scripture tells us In terms of Christian faith, condemnation and remorse often result from not accepting or believing that we have been forgiven for mistakes and sins, even though we confess. The Devil will work on you in this way. What does the Bible tell us? 1. The Difference Between Conviction And Condemnation: The Devil Tries To Make Us Feel Condemned So That We Will Become Discouraged And Give Up; The Lord Convicts Us That We Might Repent, Change And Go On For Him. Genesis 4:6, 7 And the Lord said unto Cain, Why art thou wroth? And why has their countenance fallen? 7 If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? And if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him. Psalm 37:32, 33 The wicked watcheth the righteous, and seeketh to slay him. 33 The Lord will not leave him in his hand, nor condemn him when he is judged. Psalm 109:31 For shall stand at the right hand of the poor, to save him from those that condemn his soul. Psalm 130:3, 4 If Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand? 4 But there is forgiveness with Thee, that Thou mayest be feared. Ezekiel 18:21-23 But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all My statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die. 22 All his transgressions that he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned unto him: in his righteousness that he hath done he shall live. 23 Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? Saith the Lord God: and not that he should return from his ways, and live? 1 Corinthians 11:31, 32 For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged. 32 But when we are judged, we are chastened by the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world. 2 Corinthians 7:10 Godly sorrow worketh repentance to Salvation not to be repented of : but the sorrow of the world worketh death. Revelation 12:10 And I heard a loud voice saying in Heaven, Now is come Salvation, and strength, and the Kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. 2. To Overcome Condemnation And Remorse, First Begin With A Clear Conscience By Confessing Your Sins. 2 Samuel 24:10 And David's heart smote him after that he had numbered the people. And David said unto the Lord, I have sinned greatly in that I have done: and now, I beseech Thee, O Lord, take away the iniquity of Thy servant; for I have done very foolishly. Job 34:31, 32 Surely it is meet to be said unto God, I have borne chastisement, I will not offend any more: 32 That which I see not teach Thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will do no more. Psalm 32:3-5 When I kept silent, my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day long. 4 For day and night Thy hand was heavy upon me: my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. Selah. 5 I acknowledged my sin unto Thee, and my iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; and Thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. Psalm 34:18 The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. Psalm 38:4, 6, 9, 18 For mine iniquities are gone over mine head: as a heavy burden they are too heavy for me. 6 I am troubled; I bow down greatly; I go mourning all day long. 9 Lord, all my desire is before Thee; and my groaning is not hid from Thee. 18 For I will declare my iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin. Psalm 51:3, 10 For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me. 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Psalm 73:21-23 Thus my heart was grieved, and I was pricked in my reins. 22 So foolish was I, and ignorant: I was as a beast before Thee. 23 Nevertheless I am continually with Thee: Thou hast held me by my right hand. Proverbs 28:13 He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. Isaiah 55:6, 7 Seek ye the Lord while He may be found, call ye upon Him while He is near: 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the Lord, and He will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for He will abundantly pardon. Jeremiah 3:12b, 13a I am merciful, saith the Lord, and I will not keep anger for ever. 13 Only acknowledge thine iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God. Jeremiah 4:14 O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou mayest be saved. How long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee? 2 Corinthians 7:11 For behold this self same thing, that ye sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you, yea, what clearing of yourselves, yea, what indignation, yea, what fear, yea, what vehement desire, yea, what zeal, yea, what revenge! In all things ye have approved yourselves to be clear in this matter. 3. Believe And Accept That The Blood Of Jesus Cleanses Us From Every Sin, By Faith. John 3:17, 18a For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through Him might be saved. 18a He that believeth on Him is not condemned. John 5:24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth My Word, and believeth on Him that sent Me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life. 1 John 1:7b, 9 The blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanseth us from all sin. 9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 4. Once We've Confessed And Repented, God Doesn't Remember Our Sins; Neither Should We! Psalm 103:9-13 He will not always chide: neither will He keep His anger for ever. 10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. 11 For as the Heaven is high above the earth, so great is His mercy toward them that fear Him. 12 As far as the east is from the west, so far hath He removed our transgressions from us. 13 Like a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear Him. Isaiah 44:22 I have blotted out, as a thick cloud, thy transgressions, and, as a cloud, thy sins: return unto Me; for I have redeemed thee. Jeremiah 31:34 I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more. Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. 1 John 3:19-21 And hereby we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before Him. 20 For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things. 21 Beloved, if our heart condemns us not, then have we confidence toward God. 5. We Must Not Continue To Condemn Ourselves, Even If We Feel That Others May Have Not Yet "Forgiven And Forgotten." Isaiah 50:9a Behold, the Lord God will help me; who is he that shall condemn me? Romans 8:33, 34 Who shall lay anything to the charge of God's elect? It is God that is justifieth. 34 Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, Who is even at the right hand of God, Who also maketh intercession for us. Romans 14:4 Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? To his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be held up: for God is able to make him stand. 6. Remorse And Condemnation Bear No Good Fruit! We Should Acknowledge Our Sin, Accept God's Forgiveness, And Get On With Living For His Honour And Glory. Psalm 51:12, 13 Restore unto me the joy of Thy Salvation; and uphold me with Thy free spirit. 13 Then will I teach transgressors Thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto Thee. John 8:11b Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more. 2 Corinthians 2:7b, 8 Ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow. Wherefore I beseech you that ye would confirm your love toward him. Philippians 3:13b, 14 Forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Hebrews 12:11-13 Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous; nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby. 12 Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees; 13 And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed. Until Next Time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd.

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Strength & Power to carry on. A special Post to those newcomers to the Faith. Question / Elder: Can you help us learn how to stand strong, before God???? As we begin please take your bible in hand, and pray for help to understand, God’s word seek this From God!!! God, in the Scriptures, has given us everything pertaining to life and godliness. This includes salvation from the penalty of sin and just as surely the provision of sanctification (separation) from sin. Sanctification from sin affects both the positional and practical aspects. Positional sanctification as a work of the Holy Spirit is complete and is without further growth; however, practical sanctification, a result of the work of the Spirit in regeneration using the Word of God, provides the nourishment for growth in maturity in Christ. While practical sanctification is assured by the Word and the Spirit, it is yet imperfect18 in this life. There is some element of corruption in every part of the fallen nature which is the source for the war between the flesh and the Spirit. The maturing to obedience is possible for believers as they feed on the Word, submit to the Spirit of God and are in fellowship with other believers for service and encouragement (John 17:17; 1 Cor. 1:30; Rom. 6:19, 22; Heb. 10:25; 1 Pet. 2:2; 2 Pet. 1:3). The scripture tells us that God wants to see us doing something to gain strength. Even though, You will need more than yourselves. God's strength vs. your strength, God Has a very clear teaching in the Scripture: even when we are saved we still are just Humans, but with the power of the Helper, He is called the Holy Ghost. any one can read about Him as the seek to receive Him into their life, here on this earth, Read this from God word as you seek to receive Him, *** In fact to have the strength that the Godhead offers, one has to have the Godhead on your side, here is who we are talking about, read this to get started, The Trinity is very real. God the father will want you to believe in one God, the eternal, infinite and all-knowing Spirit in whom all things have their source, support and end (Deut. 6:4; John 4:24; Gen. 1:1). Within this one God three distinct persons exist—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit —united, equal and perfect in all attributes (Matt. 28:19; Acts 7:55; Acts 10:38; 2 Cor. 13:14). The Godhead is one in essence, but within this perfect unity and equality exists order in function—first the Father, then the Son, and then the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 11:3; John 17:3-4; John 15:26; John 16:7). The Person and Work of the Father This is very real, God the Father to be the first person of the Trinity. As part of the Trinity, God the Father is distinct both in His relationship to the other members of the Godhead and in His works as part of the Trinity. Although all works of God are the acts of a Triune God, some acts are especially ascribed to the Father, such as creation (Eph. 3:9; Heb. 12:9), election (1 Pet. 1:2; Eph. 1:4), redemption (John 6:37; 17:4-7), and the predetermining of all things (Eph. 1:5; John 5:30). God the Father is also distinct in that He is seen as the Father of the second member of the Trinity (John 1:18; 14:13) and the spiritual Father of all who believe in Him (Matt. 5:45; 1 John 3:1). AS YOU READ About this true God Head The Person and Work of Christ Can be seen in the Scripture clearly. This Sunday Jesus is the Lord Jesus Christ, THE ONLY SAVIOR, the eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God; that He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin, that He might redeem sinful man. He accomplished this redemption by voluntarily giving Himself as a sinless substitutionary sacrifice on the cross, thereby satisfying God’s righteous judgment against sin. He gave proof that He accomplished that redemption by His bodily resurrection from the grave. You will find Easter to be a very real time and a Great truth to us all. He then ascended to the right hand of His Father where He intercedes on behalf of those who trust Him (John 1:1, 2, 14, 18; Luke 1:34, 35; Rom. 3:24-26; 8:34). The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit You are about to see a need to have Him as your teacher, you guide through this life now on this earth where you are still a Human. Read this, the Holy Spirit is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin; that He alone brings new life to those who are spiritually dead; that He baptizes (or places) all believers into the one true Church, which is the Body of Christ; that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of redemption, bestows spiritual gifts upon them, and fills (controls) those who are yielding to Him (John 3:3-8; 16:7-11; 1 Cor. 12:13; John 14:16, 17; Eph. 4:30; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Eph. 5:18). A. God is infinitely more powerful than weak humanism : When we see God and Jesus for real this is in the true living self. Psa.8:3, 4 - When I consider Thy heavens... the moon & the stars, which Thou hast. ..what is man? Isa.40:15, 17, 22 - All nations before Him are as nothing...as a drop of a bucket... less than nothing Dan.4:35 - All the inhabitants of earth are reputed as nothing, none can stay His hand 1Cor.1:25 - the weakness of God is stronger than men (See also 2 Chr.20:6; Psa.89:6.) The Bible gives us An honest view of man & his strength: Job 14:1, 2 - Man...is of few days...he cometh forth like a flower, & is cut down (See also Job 7:1) Isa.40:6-8 - All flesh is grass...the grass withereth (See also Psa.90:5b, 6; 103:15, 16; Jam.1:10, 11; 1Pet.1:24, 25.) Job 8:9 - We know nothing...our days upon earth are a shadow Psa.39:5, 6 - Every man at his best state is altogether vanity Psalm.144:3, 4 - What is man? Man is vanity: his days are as a shadow (See also 1 Chr.29:15; Psa.62:9; 90:10; Eccl.6:12.) Psa.78:39 - He remembered they were but flesh; a wind that passeth away (See also Isa.2:22; Jam.4:14, 15.) Psa.103:14 - He knoweth our frame...remembereth that we are dust (See also Gen.18:27; Isa.29:5, 6.) Job 25:6 - Man is a worm Isa.40:22 - The inhabitants of the earth are as grasshoppers (See also Job 4:18-20; Rom.7:18.) When we go back to God’s word we see How God is able to do absolutely anything: When we understand the true God. like this, The One True God There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; this Bible brings us to where We can understand that This Scripture teaches there is one and only one true and living God, who is self-existent, and the eternal “I AM, ” the creator of heaven and earth, and the redeemer of mankind. We believe that He has chosen to reveal Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the same in essence, though distinct in personality (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10-11; Matthew 28:18-19; Luke 3:22). These three are one God, having the same nature, attributes, and perfection and are worthy of the same homage and obedience (Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3, 4; II Corinthians 13:14; Revelation 1:4-6). The mode of His existence, however, is a subject far above the understanding of man. He is the fountain of all perfection and happiness. He is glorified by the whole of creation and is worthy to be loved and served by all intelligence. He, therefore, is the only proper object of worship (Jeremiah 10:10; Exodus 3:14; Psalms 90:2; Matthew 28:19, 20; Job 11:7; Psalms 19:1, 2; 145:10; 150:6; Exodus 34:14). So we can see How He is like this, Jer.32:27 - I am the Lord, the God of all flesh: is there anything too hard for Me? (See also Gen.18:14) Job 42:2 - I know that Thou canst do everything Psalm.62:11 - Power belongeth unto God Mat.19:26 - With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible Mat.28:18 - All power is given unto Me in Heaven & in earth This, God of the bible, has total power over man: Job 12:10 - In (His) hand is the soul of every living thing, & the breath of all mankind (See also Dan.5:23) Job 12:13-25 - With Him is strength...He increaseth the nations, & destroyeth them (See Psalm.75:6, 7; 107:33-40.) Isa.43:13 - There is none that can deliver out of My hand Psalm.115:3 - God...hath done whatsoever He hath pleased Isa.64:8 - We are the clay, & Thou our potter; we all are the work of Thy hand (See also Isa.45:9) (See also 1 Chr.29:12; 2Chr.20:6; Job 9:4; Psalm.104:29, 30; Isa.40:23, 25.) He is saying, Trust in the Lord, not your own strength: A simple Human can Let God strengthen them, with His strength we are told, very clearly : Eph.6:10 - Be strong in the Lord, & in the power of His might 2Chr.20:12 - We have no might against this great company...neither know we what to do: our eyes are upon Thee Psa.20:7, 8 - Some trust in chariots, & some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God Psalm.84:5 - Blessed is the man whose strength is in Thee Psalm.105:4 - Seek the Lord & His strength: seek His face evermore Isa.26:4 - Trust in the Lord, in the Lord is everlasting strength 2Cor.3:4, 5 - Not that we are sufficient of ourselves...but our sufficiency is of God Phi.3:3 - We worship God...& have no confidence in the flesh (See also Exo.15:2; 2Sam.22:33; Psa.27:1; 68:28, 35; 118:8; 147:10, 11.) Why not You? He can do what you can't do: Zech.4:6 - Not by (your) might, nor by power, but by My Spirit 1Sam.2:9b - By strength shall no man prevail Psa.60:11 - Give us help from trouble: vain is the help of man Psa.127:1 - Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it Jn.15:5 - Without Me ye can do nothing (See also Job 9:19a; Psa.33:16, 17.) He says Do what you can, but success depends on God: Pro.21:31 - The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the Lord Neh.4:14 - Be not ye afraid of them: remember the Lord great & terrible, & fight for your brethren This God of the Bible, sees Our weakness, and does causes us to depend upon the God of the scripture: God's strength is manifest in our weakness: 2Cor.4:7 - We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the... power may be of God, & not of us Isa.40:29 - He giveth power to the faint; & to them that have no might He increaseth strength Psa.8:2 - Out of mouth of babes...hast Thou ordained strength Psa.37:39 - The Lord...is their strength in the time of trouble Psalm.73:26 - My flesh & my heart faileth: but God is strength Isa.25:4 - Thou (art) a strength to...the needy in his distress Isa.41:10 - I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee 2Cor.1:8, 9 - We were pressed out of measure, above strength...but we (do) not trust in ourselves, but in God 2Cor.12:9, 10 - "My strength is made perfect in (your) weakness"... When I am weak, then am I strong 2Cor.13:4 - We are weak in Him, but we shall live...by power of God Heb.11:34 - Out of weakness were made strong (See Psalm.94:17, 18) He tells us this, When you have no other help, He'll strengthen you: Psalm.72:12 - He shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, & him that hath no helper Lk.22:43, 45 - an angel (came) from Heaven, strengthening Him 2Tim.4:16, 17 - No man stood with me, but all men forsook me... the Lord stood with me, & strengthened me (See also Psa.27:10) C. He will give strength day by day to keep you going: Deut.33:25b - As thy days, so shall thy strength be Mat.6:34 - Take no thought for the morrow...sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof D. When you have only little strength, the Lord will help you: Psalm.37:24 - Though he fall...the Lord upholdeth him with His hand Isa.35:4 - Say to them that are of a fearful heart, "Be strong" Dan.11:34 - When they fall, they shall be holpen with a little help Rev.3:8 - Thou hast a little strength, & hast kept My Word 4. God can strengthen & use you: A. How to receive God's power: Josh.1:5-9 - Only be thou strong & very courageous...observe the (Word)... then thou shalt have good success 2Chr.16:9 - The Lord (shews) Himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward Him Neh.8:10 - The joy of the Lord is your strength Psalm.138:3 - When I cried Thou...strengthened me with strength Isa.27:5 - Let him take hold of My strength Isa.30:15 - In quietness & in confidence (faith) shall be your strength Isa.40:31 - They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength Dan.11:32 - People that do know God shall be strong, & do exploits Mic.3:8 - I am full of power by the Spirit of the Lord...& of might Acts 1:8 - Ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you Eph.3:16 - Strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man 1Jn.2:14a - Ye are strong the Word of God abideth in you B. He strengthens you with His power: Psa.18:29-34 - It is God that girdeth me with strength Psa.68:28 - Thy God hath commanded thy strength Psa.68:35 - God...giveth strength & power unto His people Psa.71:16a - I will go in the strength of the Lord God Psa.80:17 - Let Thy hand be upon the man...whom Thou madest strong for Thyself Psalm.84:5, 7 - Blessed is the man whose strength is in Thee...they go from strength to strength Phi.4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me Col.1:11 - Strengthened with all might, (by) His glorious power Mat.10:1, 8 - He gave (His disciples) power against unclean spirits (See also Judg.14:6, 19; 15:14, 15; Psa.8:2; Lk.10:19.) Don’t forget to Praise God for strengthening you: Psalm.28:7, 8 - The Lord is my strength...I am helped...with my song will I praise Him D. Give God the glory for working through you: Phi.2:13 - For it is God which worketh in you 1Pet.4:11 - Let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified Isa.10:13, 15 - saith, "By (my) strength...I have done it." Shall the ax boast itself against him? Jer.9:23, 24 - Let not...the mighty man glory in his might...but glory in this, that he knoweth Me Acts 12:21-23 - The angel of the Lord smote (Herod), because he gave not God the glory E. Sometimes the Lord Himself wants to do the whole thing: Exo.14:13, 14 - Stand still, & see the salvation of the Lord...Lord shall fight for you, & ye shall hold your peace Judg.7:all - 2Chr.20:15 - Be not afraid...the battle is not yours, but God's 2Chr.20:17 - Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: stand ye still, & see the salvation of the Lord Neh.4:20 - Our God shall fight for us Psa.18:17 - He delivered me from my strong enemy...for they were too strong for me Isa.30:7 - Their strength is to sit still 5. Don't trust in yourself: A. Warnings against trusting in your own strength: Psa.52:5-7a - God shall destroy...the man that made not God his strength Psalm.118:8, 9 - It is better to trust in the Lord than...in man Psalm.146:3 - Put not your trust in...princes, nor in...men, in whom there is no help Jer.9:23, 24 - Let not...the mighty man glory in his might...but glory... that he knoweth Me, that I am the Lord Jer.17:5 - Cursed be man that trusteth in man, & maketh flesh his arm, & whose heart departeth from the Lord Jn.15:4, 5 - Without Me ye can do nothing (See also Isa.31:3) B. What happens when you rely on your own strength & plans: 2Chr.26:16 - When he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the Lord Hos.10:13 - Ye have reaped iniquity...because thou didst trust in thy way, in the multitude of thy mighty men 1Cor.10:12 - Him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall (See also 1 Sam.15:1-28; 28:4-25; 31:1-8 re: Saul.) C. He will deliberately let you fail: Lev.26:18-20 - If ye will not...hearken...I will break your power...your strength shall be spent in vain Num.14:41-45 - Go not up, for the Lord is not among you...but they presumed to go up 2Chr.16:7 - Because thou relied on the king of Syria, & not on the Lord...the host (is) escaped out of thine hand (See also 2 Chr.25:7, 8) D. Lack of strength often due to sin: Psa.31:10 - My strength faileth because of mine iniquity Lev.26:27, 36, 37 - I will send a faintness into (your) hearts...& ye shall have no power to stand before your enemies Josh.7:12 - (They) could not stand before their enemies...because they were accursed Judg.2:13-15 - They forsook the Lord...(His) anger was against Israel...they could not stand before their enemies (See also Amos 2:13-15) 6. Power when witnessing: A. Power comes from the Holy Spirit: Acts 1:8 - Ye shall receive power (when) the Holy Ghost is come upon you: & ye shall be witnesses Mic.3:8 - I am full of power by the Spirit of the Lord...to declare to Israel his sin Jn.6:63 - It is the Spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing Acts 4:8, 13 - Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost...they saw the boldness of Peter Acts 4:31, 33 - They were filled with the Holy Ghost...& with great power gave the apostles witness 1 Thes.1:5 - For our gospel came unto you...in power 2Tim.1:7 - God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power B. No man can stand up to the power of God's Spirit: Lk.21:15 - I will give you a mouth...which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay (contradict) nor resist Jer.5:14 - I will make My Words in thy mouth fire, & people wood Acts 6:10 - They were not able to resist the wisdom & the spirit by which he (Stephen) spake 2Cor.10:4 - The weapons of our warfare are... mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds C. It has to be by God's power: 1Cor.1:18 - The preaching of the cross...is the power of God 1Cor.2:4, 5 - My preaching was...in...the Spirit & power: That your faith should...stand...in the power of God 1Cor.4:20 - The Kingdom of God is not in word, but in power (See also Lk.4:14) D. God can use you even when you're weak: Gal.4:13, 14 - E. God can take over & powerfully use you: Exo.4:10-12 - I am not eloquent...I am slow of speech. The Lord said, "I will be with thy mouth, & teach thee" Jer.1:6-9 - I cannot speak. Lord said, "Whatsoever I command thee...speak. I have put My Words in thy mouth" Mat.10:20 - For it is not you that speak, but the Spirit...which speaketh in you (See also Mk.13:11; Lk.12:12.) Acts 4:13 - They...perceived (Peter & John) were...ignorant men, they took knowledge...that they had been with Jesus (See also 1 Sam.10:6) 7. God's power vs. your adversaries' physical power: A. For your spiritual battles, defending the faith: Jude 3b - Ye should earnestly contend for the faith 2Cor.10:3-5 - We do not war after (in) the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God (See also 1Cor.10:11) B. If you must physically defend your loved ones or country: Lk.11:21 - When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace Jn.10:11 - The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep C. Fleshly "might" is no match for the power of God: 1Sam.17:45 - Thou (Goliath) comest to me with a sword, & with a spear...but I come to thee in the name of the Lord 2Chr.32:8 - With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the Lord to help us, & to fight our battles Psa.9:19, 20 - Lord, let not man prevail...put them in fear: that (they) may know themselves to be but men Isa.31:3 - The Egyptians are men & not God...when the Lord shall stretch out His hand...they all shall fail (See also Hos.1:7) D. They may seem strong, but their strength has departed: Num.14:9 - Neither fear the people...for they are bread for us: their defense is departed from them Jer.46:17 - Pharaoh king of Egypt is but a noise; he hath passed the time appointed E. God decides the outcome, not physical, carnal might: 1Sam.2:4 - The bows of the mighty men are broken, they that stumbled are girded with strength 2Chr.25:8 - God hath power to help, & to cast down Psa.33:16 - There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength Psa.33:17 - An horse is a vain thing for safety: neither shall he deliver any by his great strength Psalm.35:10 - The Lord delivers the poor from him that is too strong for him Psa.44:3-7 - They got not the land...by their own sword, neither did their own arm save them: but Thy arm F. You are not to trust in fleshly might to fight your foes: 2Ki.18:21 - Thou trusteth upon...this bruised reed...on which if a man lean, it will (pierce) his hand Psa.44:5, 6 - Through Thee will we push down our enemies: I will not trust in...my sword (to) save me Isa.31:1 - Woe to them that go to Egypt for help...because they are very strong; but look not unto...the Lord G. You are not to fear the power of man: Deut.3:22 - Ye shall not fear them: the Lord shall fight for you Psalm.27:1-3 - Of whom shall I be afraid? Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear Psalm.118:6 - The Lord is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? Pro.29:25 - The fear of man bringeth a snare Isa.2:22 - Cease (fearing) man, whose breath is in his nostrils Isa.51:12, 13 - (Why) art thou...afraid of a man that shall die...as grass; & forgettest the Lord thy Maker Jer.1:8 - Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the Lord Lk.12:4, 5 - Be not afraid of them that kill the body H. God is on your side & you shall win: Deut.20:1 - When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, be not afraid...for the Lord thy God is with thee Deut.20:4 - Lord fight...against your enemies, to save you Deut.31:8 - The Lord...doth go before thee; He will be with thee 1Sam.17:47 - Battle is the Lord's, He will give you into our hands Psa.108:13 - Through God we shall do valiantly: for He it is that shall tread down our enemies Rom.8:31 - If God be for us, who can be against us? (See also 2 Chr.14:11, 12; 20:12-25; Zeph.3:17.) I. The armies of Heaven are on your side: 2Ki.6:14-17 - They that be with us are more than they that be with them 2Chr.32:7, 8, 21 - There be more with us than with him Mat.26:52, 53 - give Me more than 12 legions of angels (See also Josh.5:13, 14; Psa.68:17; 91:11; Isa.37:33-36.) J. You become far more powerful than your adversaries: 1Jn.4:4 - Greater is He that is in you, than he...in the world Josh.1:5 - There shall not any man be able to stand before thee Joshua.23:9, 10 - One shall chase a thousand, for God fighteth for you (See also Deut.11:25; 28:7.) K. God can help you win against overwhelming odds: 1Sam.14:6 - No restraint to the Lord to save by many or by few 2Chr.14:11 - Lord, it is nothing with Thee to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power 2Chr.16:8, 9a - A huge host...because thou didst rely on the Lord, He delivered them into thine hand Until Next time Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Your servant in the Lord. Kidd Family Ministry 463-East High St Owingsville Ky, 859-274-2717, { When God’s word Goes out from Him it does obey Him, and as it says here, read it, Isaiah 55:11 God’s word has power in it.

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June and Family. To Dan, this is June, when you reply to the elders post, it made us think about where we stand before this Jesus, he talks about, so the seven of us turned to that Place in John 3:16 and to Acts 4:12 I read what is says, to us after that we went to our knees you know how we went door to door, in the Antichrist Religion you talk about But Dan when we took what we are to Him something Happen, did this happen to you? I don’t know how to say it, but like this Dan We don’t have to anymore, Dan do you think the Elder would stand in water as He calls it for such, us? I will call you when you get home, tonight. June and Family, Praise God, Praise Jesus, Praise His High and Holy Name. Thank you, Thank you.

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From Dan. Anytime one is against Jesus as the savior or the Christ it is a fake devil religion. Thank you Elder, this is what we were told to do to people anytime they talk about the Jesus of the Bible, but in doing this it made My wife turn from this devil's way, of antichrist. The bible it talking about our only savior, Acts. 4:12, because of the hate toward this Jesus as you can see those who call themselves the tower of witness I after calling on the Jesus of the Bible had to get away from them, the teaches us if we do away with the pamphlets, it shows, us this Jesus for real, this kind of talk as the reply is telling us, is what made me turn back to Jesus the real one who is this to me now. We love what you have preached on and are looking for more, from You Preach on, Teach on, we are ready to hear and obey. The Jesus Jesus Christ, the Son of God we now Know, through Your post. 1. Jesus' Father, God, Is The Eternal Spirit And Creator: A. God has always existed and always will: Exo.3:14 God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM Psa.90:2 From everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God Psa.102:24b-27 The heavens...shall perish, but Thou shalt endure... Thou art the same, and Thy years shall have no end Rev.1:8 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending...which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty (See also Isa.41:4 ) B. God is an immortal, invisible Spirit: Jn.4:24 God is a Spirit: they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth 1Tim.1:17 Unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory (See also 2Cor.3:17a ; Heb.11:27. ) C. He fills the entire universe: 2Chr.2:6 Who is able to build Him a house (temple), seeing the heaven and the Heaven of heavens cannot contain Him? Psalm.139:7-10 Whither shall I flee from Thy presence? Thou art there Acts 7:48, 49 Heaven is My throne, and earth is My footstool Acts 17:24-29 In Him we live, and move, and have our being (See also 1Ki.8:27 ; 2Chr.6:18 ; Isa.66:1. ) D. He is the only true God: Isa.43:10, 11 I am He: before Me there was no God...neither shall there be after Me Isa.44:6, 8b I am the first, and the last; beside Me there is no God Isa.45:21b, 22 There is no God else beside Me...I am God, and there is none else E. He created the world, the universe, and man: Gen.1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth Gen.1:26, 27 God created man in His Own image...male and female Gen.2:7 God formed man of the dust of the ground (See also Isa.45:18 ; 48:13 ; Acts 17:24-26. ) F. His understanding and power are infinite: Psa.139:4 There is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O Lord, Thou knowest it altogether Psalm.147:5 Great is our Lord...His understanding is infinite Isa.40:13-18 All nations before Him are as nothing...less than nothing, and vanity Isa.40:28b There is no searching of His understanding Rom.11:33 O the depth of...the wisdom and knowledge of God! G. God is far beyond man's limited ability to understand: Isa.55:8, 9 As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are...My thoughts (higher) than your thoughts H. God has a wonderful and beautiful plan for man: 1Cor.2:9 Neither have entered into heart of man, the things God hath prepared for them that love Him (See also Isa.64:4 ) I. But sinful man is estranged from God: Rom.3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God Eccl.7:20 Not a just man on earth, that...sinneth not Isa.59:2 Your iniquities have separated between you and your God J. God loved man and wanted him to have salvation: Mat.18:14 It is not the will of (God) that one...should perish 2Pet.3:9 The Lord is...not willing that any should perish (See also Ezek.18:23, 32 ; 33:11. ) 2. Why God Sent Jesus Into The World: A. God sent Jesus to show us a picture of what He is like: Col.1:13b, 15 His dear Son: Who is the image (perfect picture) of the invisible God Heb.1:3 The brightness of His (God's) glory, and the express (clearly communicated) image of His person 2Cor.4:4b Christ, Who is the image of God B. In knowing Jesus, we can know and understand God: Jn.8:19 If ye had known Me, ye should have known My Father Jn.14:7-9 He that hath seen Me hath seen the Father (See also Jn.12:45 ) C. God showed us His love by sending Jesus to earth: Jn.3:16 God so loved the world, that He gave His only...Son Rom.5:8 God commendeth His love toward us, in that...Christ died for us 1Jn.4:8b-10 The love of God...God sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him (See also Eph.2:4-7 ) D. Jesus showed us God's love by dying for us: Jn.10:11 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth His life for the sheep Jn.15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends E. Jesus' death paid the price for our sins, and if we believe in Him, we receive God's gift of salvation: 1Tim.1:15 Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners Lk.19:10 The Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost (See also Mat.9:13) Jn.3:17 God sent not His Son into the world to condemn world; but that the world through Him might be saved Rom.5:6-11 We were reconciled to God by the death of His Son 1Jn.3:5 He was manifested to take away our sins 1Jn.4:14 The Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world Rev.5:9b Thou wast slain, and redeemed us to God by Thy blood (See also 1Cor.15:3 ; Eph.1:7 ; 2:12-18 ; 1Thes.5:9, 10 ; Heb.9:12, 14, 26b, 28 ; 10:12, 14 ; 1Jn.4:9, 10 ; Rev.1:5b. ) 3. More Reasons Why God Sent Jesus Into The World: A. To proclaim the truth: Jn.18:37b For this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth B. To destroy the power of the devil: 1Jn.3:8 For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil Heb.2:14b, 15 That...He (Jesus) might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil (See also 1Cor.15:54-57 ) C. To know our human weaknesses and to sympathize with us: Heb.2:16-18 Made like unto His brethren...in that He himself hath suffered being tempted, He is able to succor them Heb.4:15 (He was) touched with the feeling of our infirmities: Lk.2:40 (growing up); Lk.4:2 (hunger); Lk.8:23 (need for sleep); Lk.9:58 (poverty); Jn.4:6, 7 (weariness and thirst); Mat.26:37 (sorrow). 4. Jesus' Teachings And Personal Example: A. Jesus' teachings were with power and authority: Lk.4:32 They were astonished at His doctrine: for His word was with power (See also Mat.7:28, 29 ) Jn.7:46 Never man spake like this man B. Jesus' message was love: Mat.22:37-39 Thou shalt love the Lord..thou shalt love thy neighbour Jn.13:34, 35 A new commandment I give you, That ye love one another Jn.15:12 Love one another, as I have loved you (See also Jn.15:17 ; 17:26 ; 1Jn.3:11. ) C. Jesus' humility: Phi.2:5-8 (He) made Himself of no reputation, and took...the form of a servant...humbled Himself Mat.11:29 Learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart Lk.22:27 I am among you as He that serveth Jn.13:3-15 D. He befriended and won sinners and outcasts of society: Mat.9:9-13 Jesus sat at meat (ate with) many publicans and sinners Lk.7:36-48 Lk.19:2-10 Lk.23:39-43 Jn.8:1-11 5. Jesus, The Way To Salvation: A. Jesus is the only way to God: Jn.1:29 The Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world Jn.14:6 I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name...whereby we must be saved 1Tim.2:5 One mediator between God and men, Christ Jesus 1Jn.5:11 God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in His Son (See also Jn.8:51 ; 10:7-9 ; 17:2, 3. ) B. Jesus has the power to give us eternal life: Jn.5:26 As the Father hath life in Himself; so hath He given to the Son to have life in Himself Jn.1:4 In Him was life; and the life was the light of men Jn.3:16 Whosoever believeth in Him...have everlasting life Jn.5:24 He that believeth hath everlasting life, and...is passed from death unto life Jn.6:40 Every one which...believeth on Him (has) everlasting life Jn.6:47 He that believeth on Me hath everlasting life Jn.6:48, 50, 51 I am the living bread...if any man eat of this bread, he shall live forever Jn.10:28 I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish Jn.11:25 I am the resurrection, and the life Jn.17:2, 3 This is life eternal, that they might know...Jesus Christ Rom.6:23 The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ Heb.5:9 He (Jesus) became the author of eternal salvation 1Jn.5:12, 13 He that hath the Son hath life...you that believe on the name of the Son of God...have eternal life C. When we receive Jesus, God dwells in our hearts: 1Jn.4:15 Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God (See also Jn.13:20b ) D. God's sheep will hear Jesus' voice and come to Him: Jn.5:23 All men should honor the Son, even as they honour the Father Jn.6:45 Every man that...learned of the Father, cometh unto Me Jn.8:42 If God were your Father, ye would love Me (Jesus) Jn.10:3, 5, 27 My sheep hear My voice...and they follow Me E. God loves us if we love Jesus: Jn.14:21, 23 He that loveth Me shall be loved of My Father Jn.16:27 The Father Himself loves you, because ye loved Me F. Those that hate Jesus, also hate God: Jn.15:23, 24 He that hateth Me (Jesus) hateth My Father also...now have they both seen and hated both Me and My Father G. What rejecting Jesus means: Jn.3:36b He that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him Jn.3:18 He that believeth not (on Jesus) is condemned already Jn.3:19, 20 This is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light Jn.8:24 If ye believe not that I am He, ye shall die in your sins Jn.12:48 He that rejecteth Me...hath one that judgeth him : the Word...shall judge him in the last day 1Jn.2:22, 23 Whosoever denieth the Son...hath not the Father 1Jn.5:12b He that hath not the Son of God hath not life 6. Jesus, The Light Of The World: A. Jesus is the true Light: Jn.1:9 That was that true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world Jn.8:12 I am the light of the world: he that followeth Me shall not walk in darkness (See also Jn.9:5) Mat.4:16 The people which sat in darkness saw great light...in the region and shadow of death light is sprung up Lk.2:30-32 A light to lighten the (nations) (See also Isa.49:6) 1Jn.2:8 The darkness is past, and the true light now shineth (See also Acts 26:18 ) B. The devil and evil men hate the true Light: (See 2Cor.4:4 ; Jn.1:5 ; 3:19-21. ) 7. Jesus' Life And Resurrection Are A Fact: A. The facts of His life and death were recorded by eyewitnesses: 2Pet.1:16 We have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we coming of Jesus, but were eyewitnesses Lk.1:1, 2 Those things which are most surely believed among us... they us, which were...eyewitnesses Jn.19:25, 26, 34, 35 He (John) that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true Acts 4:20 We cannot but speak the things which we have seen Acts 10:38, 39 We are witnesses of all things which He did (See also Jn.21:24, 25 ; Acts 5:32 ; Heb.2:3 ; 1Jn.1:1-3a. ) B. His resurrection from the dead is a fact: Acts 1:2, 3 He showed Himself alive after His passion (death) by many infallible proofs, being seen of them 40 days Acts 2:31, 32 Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses Acts 13:30, 31 God raised Him (Jesus) from the dead: and He was seen many days of them...His witnesses 1Cor.15:3-6 He rose again...He was seen of above 500 brethren at once (See also Acts 10:40, 41 ) C. His resurrection proves that He is divine: Rom.1:3, 4 Jesus Christ our Lord was...declared to be the Son of God with power...by the resurrection from the dead 8. Eyewitness Accounts In The Bible Tell Us That: A. Jesus was crucified: (See Mat.27:27-50 ; Mk.15:15-37 ; Lk.23:23-49 ; Jn.19:16-30. ) B. He was buried in a grave for three days: (See Mat.27:57-66 ; Mk.15:42-47 ; Lk.23:50-56 ; Jn.19:31-42 ; Acts 13:28, 29. ) C. He was resurrected from the dead: (See Mat.28:1-18 ; Mk.16:1-14 ; Lk.24:1-43 ; Jn.20:all ; 21:all ; Acts 2:23, 24, 32 ; 3:14, 15 ; 10:39-41 ; 13:29-31 ; 1Cor.15:3-8 ; Rev.1:18. ) D. He was then taken up into Heaven: ( Mk.16:19 ; Lk.24:50, 51 ; Acts 1:4-11. ) 9. Old Testament Messianic Prophecies: --Fulfilled in the birth, death and life of Jesus Christ: Lk.24:44 All things...fulfilled (in Scriptures) concerning Me A. His lineage foretold: Gen.3:15 Gen.18:18 (Also compare Gen.17:5-7 and Gal.3:16, 19 ) (Also compare Gen.28:13, 14b and Acts 3:25, 26 ) Gen.17:15, 19 Num.24:17 Gen.49:10 Isa.9:6, 7 B. His birth and childhood: Mic.5:2 Isa.7:14 Jer.31:15 Hos.11:1 C. His ministry and rejection: Isa.9:1, 2 Psa.110:4 Isa.53:3 Psa.2:1, 2 Zech.9:9 D. His betrayal: Psa.41:9 Zech.11:12 Zech.11:13 Psa.109:7, 8 E. His persecution and crucifixion: Psa.27:12 Isa.53:7 Isa.50:6 Isa.53:4, 5, 8 Isa.53:12 Psa:22:16 and Zech.12:10 Dan.9:25 Psa.22:6-8 Psa.69:21 Zech.12:10 Psa.22:18 Psa.34:20 (Also Exo.12:46 ) Isa.53:9 F. His resurrection: Psa.16:10 Psa.68:18a Psa.110:1 (See Psa.2; 22 ; Isa.53. ) (See also Acts 13:27-29 ) 10. Jesus, The Son Of God: A. The Old Testament states that God has a Son: Psa.2:7 The Lord hath said unto Me, Thou art My Son Pro.30:4 Who hath established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is His Son's name? Dan.3:25 I see four men...the fourth is like the Son of God (See also Dan.7:13, 14 ) B. Jesus declared He was the Son of God, Christ the Messiah: Mat.16:15-17 Thou art the Christ, the Son of...God. Jesus answered, Blessed art thou...My Father (revealed it unto you) Mat.26:63, 64 I adjure Thee...tell us whether Thou be the Christ, the Son of God. Jesus saith unto him, Thou hast said Mat.27:43b He said, I am the Son of God (See also Jn.19:7 ) Mk.14:61, 62 Art Thou Christ, Son of the Blessed? Jesus said, I am Jn.4:25, 26 Woman saith...Messias cometh, which is called Christ. Jesus saith, I that speak unto thee am He Jn.9:35-38 Jesus said, Dost thou believe on the Son of God? Who is He? Jesus said, It is He that talketh with thee Jn.10:33, 36-38 Because I said, I am the Son of God (See also Jn.3:16-18, 34-36 ; 5:19, 20, 25, 26 ; 6:40 ; 11:4. ) C. He was declared to be the Son of God by others: Mat.16:15-17 Peter...said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of...God Mat.27:54 The centurion (said), Truly this was the Son of God Jn.1:34 I bear record this is the Son of God Jn.1:40, 41 Andrew...saith, We have found the Messias...the Christ Jn.1:49 Nathanael saith unto Him, Thou art the Son of God Jn.6:67-69 We...are sure that Thou art that Christ, the Son of God Jn.11:27 (Martha) saith...I believe that Thou art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into the world D. Even the devils knew He was the Son of God: (See Mat.8:29 ; Lk.4:33, 34, 41. ) E. Jesus called God His Father: Jn.5:17, 18, 20 Jesus...said that God was His Father, making Himself equal with God Jn.8:54 My Father...of whom ye say, that He is your God (See also Lk.10:22 ; 22:29 ; Jn.5:22-31, 36, 37 ; 8:16, 19, 26-28, 38, 49 ; 14:13 ; 16:28 ; 17:1-26 ; 20:17. ) F. God anointed Jesus with power: Mk.1:27 With authority commandeth He even the unclean spirits, and they do obey Him Lk.4:16-21 Spirit of the Lord is upon Me...He hath anointed Me Jn.3:34b God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto Him Acts 10:38 God anointed Jesus...with the Holy Ghost and with power 11. Jesus' Relationship With God: A. Jesus' closeness to God, His Father: Jn.1:18 The only begotten Son...is in the bosom of the Father Jn.16:15 All things that the Father hath are Mine (See also Jn.15:15 ) B. He was with God in His pre-existence in Heaven: Jn.17:5, 24 The glory which I had with Thee before the world was Jn.8:42b I proceeded forth and came from God...He sent Me 2Cor.8:9 Though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor (See also Jn.1:1 ; 13:3 ; 16:28 ; 17:8, 18a. ) C. God loves Jesus and is pleased with Him: Mat.3:16, 17 This is My beloved Son, in Whom I am well pleased Jn.8:29b I do always those things that please Him (See also Lk.9:34, 35 ; Jn.15:10. ) D. Jesus is one with His Father: Jn.10:30 I and My Father are one Jn.10:38b The Father is in Me, and I in Him Jn.14:9, 10a He that hath seen Me hath seen the Father E. Jesus is God, He is one with the Father: Isa.9:6 A child is born...and His name shall be called...the mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace Jn.8:56-58 Before Abraham was, I am (Compare w/ Exo.3:6, 13, 14 ) Jn.20:28, 29 Thomas said unto Him, "My Lord and my God" Col.3:11 Christ is all, and in all 1Tim.3:16 God was manifest in the flesh Heb.1:8 Unto the Son He saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever Rev.1:8, 11a ; 22:12, 13 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending...which is, and which was...the Almighty (Compare w/ Isa.44:6 ) F. Yet they are distinct, individual personalities: 1Jn.5:7, 8 There are three that bear record in Heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one G. God the Father has preeminence: Jn.14:28b My Father is greater than I Jn.20:17 I ascend unto My Father, and your Father; and to My God, and your God (See also Eph.1:17 ) 1Cor.3:23 Ye are Christ's; and Christ is God's 1Cor.11:3 The head of Christ is God 1Cor.15:24-28 Then shall the Son also Himself be subject unto Him... that God may be all in all (See also Jn.15:1 ) H. Jesus' total obedience to the Father: Jn.4:34 To do the will of Him that sent Me...finish His work Jn.5:19 The Son can do nothing...but what He seeth (God) do Jn.5:30 I can of Mine Own self do nothing...I seek not Mine Own will, but the will of the Father Jn.8:28, 29 I do nothing of Myself...I do always those things that please Him (God) Jn.12:49, 50 I have not spoken of Myself; but the Father...gave Me a commandment, what I should say...so I speak Jn.14:31b As the Father gave Me commandment, even so I do Phi.2:6-8 humbled Himself...obedient unto death (See also Jn.8:26b, 38a, 42 ; 14:10b, 24. ) I. Jesus submitted and obeyed utterly: Mat.26:39, 42, 44 He...fell on His face, and prayed, saying, O My Father... not as I will, but as Thou wilt (See also Mk.14:35, 36 ; Lk.22:41-44. ) 12. The Authority And Power God Has Given Jesus: A. Jesus is seated on the right hand of God in Heaven: Mk.16:19 Was received into Heaven, and sat on right hand of God Lk.22:69 Hereafter shall the Son of man sit on the right hand of the power of God (See also Mat.26:64b) Rom.8:34 Christ...Who is even at the right hand of God, Who also maketh intercession for us Eph.1:20 He raised Him from the dead, and set Him at His Own right hand in the Heavenly places Heb.1:3b He...sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high Rev.3:21b I overcame, and am set down with My Father in His throne (See also Psa.110:1 ; Acts 2:32, 33a, 34 ; 7:55, 56 ; Col.3:1 ; 1Pet.3:22a. ) B. God has given all authority to Jesus: Mat.28:18 All power (authority) is given unto Me in Heaven and earth Dan.7:13, 14 There was given Him dominion, and glory and a Kingdom, that all nations...should serve Him (See Heb.1:8 ) Jn.3:35 The Father...hath given all things into His hand Jn.5:26, 27 He (hath) given (Jesus)...authority to execute judgment Eph.1:20-22 Set Him...far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion...and hath put all things under His feet Phi.2:9-11 At the name of Jesus every knee should bow Col.2:10 (Jesus) is the head of all principality and power 1Pet.3:22b Angels and authorities and powers...made subject to Him Rev.17:14 Lord of lords, and King of kings (See also 1Tim.6:15 ) (See also Mat.11:27 ; 26:53 ; Jn.3:31 ; Heb.1:4, 6 ; Eph. 1:10 ; Col.1:18 ; Rev.1:5a. ) C. Jesus is the King, and the Kingdom of Heaven is His: (See Mat.13:41 ; 16:28 ; 27:11 ; 25:31, 34 ; Lk.22:29, 30 ; Jn.18:33-37 ; Col.1:13. ) D. Jesus is Lord: Jn.13:13 Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am Acts 2:36 God hath made that same Jesus...both Lord and Christ Phi.2:11 Every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord Rev.19:16 KING of Kings, and LORD of Lords (See also 1Tim.6:15 ; Rev.17:14a. ) E. God has made Him judge of the world: Mat.16:27 The Son of man shall come...and then He shall reward every man according to his works Mat.25:31-46 The Son of man...shall...sit on the throne of His glory: and before Him shall be gathered all nations Jn.5:22 The Father...hath committed all judgment unto the Son Acts 10:42 Ordained of God to be the Judge of (the living) and dead Rom.2:16 God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ F. Jesus will also sit in judgment of Christians: Rom.14:10 We shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ 2Cor.5:10 We must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ Rev.2:23b I am He which searcheth the...hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works Rev.22:12 My reward is with Me, to give every man according as his work shall be 13. Jesus The Creator: A. God created the universe through Jesus: Jn.1:1-3, 10 In the beginning was the Word (Jesus)...and all things were made by Him...the world was made by Him Gen.1:1 In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth Col.1:15, 16 By Him (Jesus) were all things created...all things were created by Him, and for Him Heb.1:2 His Son...by Whom also He made the worlds Heb.1.8, 10 Unto the Son He saith...Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth B. Jesus upholds all matter in the universe: Col.1:17 He is before all things, and by Him all things consist Heb.1:3 Upholding all things by the word of His power C. All the fullness of God dwells in Jesus: Col.1:19 That in Him (Jesus) should all fullness dwell Col.2:2b, 3 Christ...in Whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge Col.2:9 In Him (Jesus) dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead D. A description of Jesus' immortal resurrected body: Rev.1:13-17 The Son of man...eyes as a flame of fire...countenance as the sun 14. Titles Of Jesus: Isa.7:14 (Immanuel--"God with us"); Isa.9:6 (Counsellor, The mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of peace); Mat.25:31 (the Son of man); Mat.16:16 (Son of the living God); Lk.5:34, 35 ; Jn.3:29 (the bridegroom); Jn.1:29, 36 (The Lamb of God); Jn.1:41 (the Messiah, the Christ); Jn.1:49 (Rabbi, Son of God, King of Israel); Jn.6:35, 48, 51 (the bread of life); Jn.8:12 ; 9:5 (the light of the world); Jn.10:7, 9 (the door of the sheepfold); Jn.10:11 (the good shepherd); Jn.11:25 (the resurrection and the life); Jn.13:13 (Master and Lord); Jn.14:6 (the way, the truth, and the life); Jn.15:1 (the true vine); 1Cor.2:8 (the Lord of glory); 1Cor.10:4 (the spiritual Rock); Col.2:19 (the Head); 1Tim.6:15 (the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords); Heb.2:10 (the captain of our salvation); Heb.4:14 (great high priest); Heb.12:2 (the author and finisher of our faith); Heb.13:20 (that great shepherd of the sheep); 1Pet.2:4 (a living stone); 1Pet.2:6 ; Eph.2:20 (a chief corner stone); 1Pet.2:25 (the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls); 1Pet.5:4 (the chief Shepherd); Rev.1:5 (faithful witness, prince of the kings of the earth); Rev.1:8 (Alpha and Omega, the Almighty); Rev.5:5 (the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David); Rev.19:11 (Faithful and True); Rev.19:13 (the Word of God); Rev.19:16 (KING of Kings, and LORD of Lords); Rev.22:16 (the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star).

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“Sweet” Teaching, all from the Scripture. 3/12/2024 Bible Study, Sunday School, Church Sermonettes sermon! From the Elder: Rev. Simon Kidd, Kidd Family Ministry 463 EastHigh St. Owingsville Ky. . 859-274-2617. {TODAY’S TEACHING} Learning about God’s forgiveness what He calls-, Salvation! Acts 4:12-John 3:15-17? When it is, God, who forgives you, it will be real forgiveness. We all need to read this, ACCORDING TO JESUS... He said the way to life was difficult and narrow, found by few - Mt 7:13-14 He taught that unless we believe in Him, we will die in our sins - Jn 8:24 He claimed to be the only way to the Father - Jn 14:6 -- There is only one path to salvation, and that is through Jesus! ACCORDING TO HIS APOSTLES... Peter said salvation is found only in Jesus' name - Ac 4:12 John said whoever denies the Son does not have the Father - 1Jn 2:23 Paul said those who do not obey the gospel of Jesus Christ will experience vengeance when Jesus comes again - 2Th 1:7-8 -- There is only one path to salvation, and that is through Jesus! John 1:12 As many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe in His name. John 3:3 Except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. So as we read it God is telling us this about what path He has for our salvation, and as the bible says it we read it. Look and read this. God’s way is the PATH TO SALVATION. WE MUST HEAR THE GOOD NEWS… and receive more faith. For faith comes by hearing the Word of God - Ro 10:17 For this reason Jesus sent His apostles and preachers - Ac 10:42-43 -- Have you heard the gospel of Jesus Christ? WE MUST BELIEVE (TRUST) IN JESUS... As the Son of God whom the Father sent because He loved us - Jn 3:16 As the propitiation (atoning sacrifice) offered by God for sins - 1Jn 4:9-10 Whose blood provides redemption, the forgiveness of sins - Ep 1:7 -- Do you trust in Jesus and His sacrificial death for your salvation? WE MUST REPENT OUR SINS... For Jesus is coming to judge the world - Ac 17:30-31 For we must turn from darkness to light, from the power of Satan to God - Ac 26:18 Otherwise, we will perish! - Lk 13:3 -- Have you made the decision to turn from your sins to serve the living God? WE MUST CONFESS JESUS AS OUR LORD... If we want Jesus to confess us before His Father in heaven - Mt 10:32-33 If we want to receive the salvation that Jesus offers - Ro 10:9-10 -- Have you acknowledged that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God? WE MUST BE BAPTIZED INTO THE FATHER and the Lord Jesus CHRIST… In the Name of the Holy Ghost. To be saved - Mk 16:15-16 To receive the remission of sins and gift of the Holy Spirit - Acts 2:38 To be raised with Christ from death to newness of life - Ro 6:3-7 -- Have you been baptized into Christ for the remission of your sins? WE MUST REMAIN FAITHFUL TO JESUS... To learn from Him as His disciples - Mt 28:19-20 To imitate Him as our Mentor - Lk 6:40 To remain faithful to Him even to the point of death - Re 2:10 -- Have you made Jesus your Teacher and Mentor, as well as your Savior? John 6:37 All that the Father giveth Me shall come to Me; and him that cometh to Me I will in no wise cast out. John 10:28 I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of My hand. John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me. Acts 16:31 Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 10:9, 10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Ephesians 2:8, 9 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. Titus 3:5a Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us. 1 John 5:12, 13 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear My voice, and opens the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. Until next time The Elder.

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Strength & Power to carry on. Elder: Can you help us learn how to stand strong, before God???? As we begin please take your bible in hand, and pray for help to understand, God’s word seek this From God!!! God, in the Scriptures, has given us everything pertaining to life and godliness. This includes salvation from the penalty of sin and just as surely the provision of sanctification (separation) from sin. Sanctification from sin affects both the positional and practical aspects. Positional sanctification as a work of the Holy Spirit is complete and is without further growth; however, practical sanctification, a result of the work of the Spirit in regeneration using the Word of God, provides the nourishment for growth in maturity in Christ. While practical sanctification is assured by the Word and the Spirit, it is yet imperfect18 in this life. There is some element of corruption in every part of the fallen nature which is the source for the war between the flesh and the Spirit. The maturing to obedience is possible for believers as they feed on the Word, submit to the Spirit of God and are in fellowship with other believers for service and encouragement (John 17:17; 1 Cor. 1:30; Rom. 6:19, 22; Heb. 10:25; 1 Pet. 2:2; 2 Pet. 1:3). The scripture tells us that God wants to see us doing something to gain strength. Even though, You will need more than yourselves. God's strength vs. your strength, God Has a very clear teaching in the Scripture: even when we are saved we still are just Humans, but with the power of the Helper, He is called the Holy Ghost. any one can read about Him as the seek to receive Him into their life, here on this earth, Read this from God word as you seek to receive Him, *** In fact to have the strength that the Godhead offers, one has to have the Godhead on your side, here is who we are talking about, read this to get started, The Trinity is very real. God the father will want you to believe in one God, the eternal, infinite and all-knowing Spirit in whom all things have their source, support and end (Deut. 6:4; John 4:24; Gen. 1:1). Within this one God three distinct persons exist—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit —united, equal and perfect in all attributes (Matt. 28:19; Acts 7:55; Acts 10:38; 2 Cor. 13:14). The Godhead is one in essence, but within this perfect unity and equality exists order in function—first the Father, then the Son, and then the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 11:3; John 17:3-4; John 15:26; John 16:7). The Person and Work of the Father This is very real, God the Father to be the first person of the Trinity. As part of the Trinity, God the Father is distinct both in His relationship to the other members of the Godhead and in His works as part of the Trinity. Although all works of God are the acts of a Triune God, some acts are especially ascribed to the Father, such as creation (Eph. 3:9; Heb. 12:9), election (1 Pet. 1:2; Eph. 1:4), redemption (John 6:37; 17:4-7), and the predetermining of all things (Eph. 1:5; John 5:30). God the Father is also distinct in that He is seen as the Father of the second member of the Trinity (John 1:18; 14:13) and the spiritual Father of all who believe in Him (Matt. 5:45; 1 John 3:1). AS YOU READ About this true God Head The Person and Work of Christ Can be seen in the Scripture clearly. This Sunday Jesus is the Lord Jesus Christ, THE ONLY SAVIOR, the eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God; that He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin, that He might redeem sinful man. He accomplished this redemption by voluntarily giving Himself as a sinless substitutionary sacrifice on the cross, thereby satisfying God’s righteous judgment against sin. He gave proof that He accomplished that redemption by His bodily resurrection from the grave. You will find Easter to be a very real time and a Great truth to us all. He then ascended to the right hand of His Father where He intercedes on behalf of those who trust Him (John 1:1, 2, 14, 18; Luke 1:34, 35; Rom. 3:24-26; 8:34). The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit You are about to see a need to have Him as your teacher, you guide through this life now on this earth where you are still a Human. Read this, the Holy Spirit is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin; that He alone brings new life to those who are spiritually dead; that He baptizes (or places) all believers into the one true Church, which is the Body of Christ; that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of redemption, bestows spiritual gifts upon them, and fills (controls) those who are yielding to Him (John 3:3-8; 16:7-11; 1 Cor. 12:13; John 14:16, 17; Eph. 4:30; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Eph. 5:18). A. God is infinitely more powerful than weak humanism : When we see God and Jesus for real this is in the true living self. Psa.8:3, 4 - When I consider Thy heavens... the moon & the stars, which Thou hast. ..what is man? Isa.40:15, 17, 22 - All nations before Him are as nothing...as a drop of a bucket... less than nothing Dan.4:35 - All the inhabitants of earth are reputed as nothing, none can stay His hand 1Cor.1:25 - the weakness of God is stronger than men (See also 2 Chr.20:6; Psa.89:6.) The Bible gives us An honest view of man & his strength: Job 14:1, 2 - Man...is of few days...he cometh forth like a flower, & is cut down (See also Job 7:1) Isa.40:6-8 - All flesh is grass...the grass withereth (See also Psa.90:5b, 6; 103:15, 16; Jam.1:10, 11; 1Pet.1:24, 25.) Job 8:9 - We know nothing...our days upon earth are a shadow Psa.39:5, 6 - Every man at his best state is altogether vanity Psalm.144:3, 4 - What is man? Man is vanity: his days are as a shadow (See also 1 Chr.29:15; Psa.62:9; 90:10; Eccl.6:12.) Psa.78:39 - He remembered they were but flesh; a wind that passeth away (See also Isa.2:22; Jam.4:14, 15.) Psa.103:14 - He knoweth our frame...remembereth that we are dust (See also Gen.18:27; Isa.29:5, 6.) Job 25:6 - Man is a worm Isa.40:22 - The inhabitants of the earth are as grasshoppers (See also Job 4:18-20; Rom.7:18.) When we go back to God’s word we see How God is able to do absolutely anything: When we understand the true God. like this, The One True God There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; this Bible brings us to where We can understand that This Scripture teaches there is one and only one true and living God, who is self-existent, and the eternal “I AM, ” the creator of heaven and earth, and the redeemer of mankind. We believe that He has chosen to reveal Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the same in essence, though distinct in personality (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10-11; Matthew 28:18-19; Luke 3:22). These three are one God, having the same nature, attributes, and perfection and are worthy of the same homage and obedience (Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3, 4; II Corinthians 13:14; Revelation 1:4-6). The mode of His existence, however, is a subject far above the understanding of man. He is the fountain of all perfection and happiness. He is glorified by the whole of creation and is worthy to be loved and served by all intelligence. He, therefore, is the only proper object of worship (Jeremiah 10:10; Exodus 3:14; Psalms 90:2; Matthew 28:19, 20; Job 11:7; Psalms 19:1, 2; 145:10; 150:6; Exodus 34:14). So we can see How He is like this, Jer.32:27 - I am the Lord, the God of all flesh: is there anything too hard for Me? (See also Gen.18:14) Job 42:2 - I know that Thou canst do everything Psalm.62:11 - Power belongeth unto God Mat.19:26 - With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible Mat.28:18 - All power is given unto Me in Heaven & in earth This, God of the bible, has total power over man: Job 12:10 - In (His) hand is the soul of every living thing, & the breath of all mankind (See also Dan.5:23) Job 12:13-25 - With Him is strength...He increaseth the nations, & destroyeth them (See Psalm.75:6, 7; 107:33-40.) Isa.43:13 - There is none that can deliver out of My hand Psalm.115:3 - God...hath done whatsoever He hath pleased Isa.64:8 - We are the clay, & Thou our potter; we all are the work of Thy hand (See also Isa.45:9) (See also 1 Chr.29:12; 2Chr.20:6; Job 9:4; Psalm.104:29, 30; Isa.40:23, 25.) He is saying, Trust in the Lord, not your own strength: A simple Human can Let God strengthen them, with His strength we are told, very clearly : Eph.6:10 - Be strong in the Lord, & in the power of His might 2Chr.20:12 - We have no might against this great company...neither know we what to do: our eyes are upon Thee Psa.20:7, 8 - Some trust in chariots, & some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God Psalm.84:5 - Blessed is the man whose strength is in Thee Psalm.105:4 - Seek the Lord & His strength: seek His face evermore Isa.26:4 - Trust in the Lord, in the Lord is everlasting strength 2Cor.3:4, 5 - Not that we are sufficient of ourselves...but our sufficiency is of God Phi.3:3 - We worship God...& have no confidence in the flesh (See also Exo.15:2; 2Sam.22:33; Psa.27:1; 68:28, 35; 118:8; 147:10, 11.) Why not You? He can do what you can't do: Zech.4:6 - Not by (your) might, nor by power, but by My Spirit 1Sam.2:9b - By strength shall no man prevail Psa.60:11 - Give us help from trouble: vain is the help of man Psa.127:1 - Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it Jn.15:5 - Without Me ye can do nothing (See also Job 9:19a; Psa.33:16, 17.) He says Do what you can, but success depends on God: Pro.21:31 - The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the Lord Neh.4:14 - Be not ye afraid of them: remember the Lord great & terrible, & fight for your brethren This God of the Bible, sees Our weakness, and does causes us to depend upon the God of the scripture: God's strength is manifest in our weakness: 2Cor.4:7 - We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the... power may be of God, & not of us Isa.40:29 - He giveth power to the faint; & to them that have no might He increaseth strength Psa.8:2 - Out of mouth of babes...hast Thou ordained strength Psa.37:39 - The Lord...is their strength in the time of trouble Psalm.73:26 - My flesh & my heart faileth: but God is strength Isa.25:4 - Thou (art) a strength to...the needy in his distress Isa.41:10 - I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee 2Cor.1:8, 9 - We were pressed out of measure, above strength...but we (do) not trust in ourselves, but in God 2Cor.12:9, 10 - "My strength is made perfect in (your) weakness"... When I am weak, then am I strong 2Cor.13:4 - We are weak in Him, but we shall live...by power of God Heb.11:34 - Out of weakness were made strong (See Psalm.94:17, 18) He tells us this, When you have no other help, He'll strengthen you: Psalm.72:12 - He shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, & him that hath no helper Lk.22:43, 45 - an angel (came) from Heaven, strengthening Him 2Tim.4:16, 17 - No man stood with me, but all men forsook me... the Lord stood with me, & strengthened me (See also Psa.27:10) C. He will give strength day by day to keep you going: Deut.33:25b - As thy days, so shall thy strength be Mat.6:34 - Take no thought for the morrow...sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof D. When you have only little strength, the Lord will help you: Psalm.37:24 - Though he fall...the Lord upholdeth him with His hand Isa.35:4 - Say to them that are of a fearful heart, "Be strong" Dan.11:34 - When they fall, they shall be holpen with a little help Rev.3:8 - Thou hast a little strength, & hast kept My Word 4. God can strengthen & use you: A. How to receive God's power: Josh.1:5-9 - Only be thou strong & very courageous...observe the (Word)... then thou shalt have good success 2Chr.16:9 - The Lord (shews) Himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward Him Neh.8:10 - The joy of the Lord is your strength Psa.138:3 - When I cried Thou...strengthenedst me with strength Isa.27:5 - Let him take hold of My strength Isa.30:15 - In quietness & in confidence (faith) shall be your strength Isa.40:31 - They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength Dan.11:32 - People that do know God shall be strong, & do exploits Mic.3:8 - I am full of power by the Spirit of the Lord...& of might Acts 1:8 - Ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you Eph.3:16 - Strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man 1Jn.2:14a - Ye are strong the Word of God abideth in you B. He strengthens you with His power: Psa.18:29-34 - It is God that girdeth me with strength Psa.68:28 - Thy God hath commanded thy strength Psa.68:35 - God...giveth strength & power unto His people Psa.71:16a - I will go in the strength of the Lord God Psa.80:17 - Let Thy hand be upon the man...whom Thou madest strong for Thyself Psa.84:5, 7 - Blessed is the man whose strength is in Thee...they go from strength to strength Phi.4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me Col.1:11 - Strengthened with all might, (by) His glorious power Mat.10:1, 8 - He gave (His disciples) power against unclean spirits (See also Judg.14:6, 19; 15:14, 15; Psa.8:2; Lk.10:19.) Don’t forget to Praise God for strengthening you: Psalm.28:7, 8 - The Lord is my strength...I am helped...with my song will I praise Him D. Give God the glory for working through you: Phi.2:13 - For it is God which worketh in you 1Pet.4:11 - Let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified Isa.10:13, 15 - saith, "By (my) strength...I have done it." Shall the ax boast itself against him? Jer.9:23, 24 - Let not...the mighty man glory in his might...but glory in this, that he knows Me Acts 12:21-23 - The angel of the Lord smote (Herod), because he gave not God the glory E. Sometimes the Lord Himself wants to do the whole thing: Exo.14:13, 14 - Stand still, & see the salvation of the Lord...Lord shall fight for you, & ye shall hold your peace Judg.7:all - 2Chr.20:15 - Be not afraid...the battle is not yours, but God's 2Chr.20:17 - You shall not need to fight in this battle: stand ye still, & see the salvation of the Lord Neh.4:20 - Our God shall fight for us Psa.18:17 - He delivered me from my strong enemy...for they were too strong for me Isa.30:7 - Their strength is to sit still 5. Don't trust in yourself: A. Warnings against trusting in your own strength: Psa.52:5-7a - God shall destroy...the man that made not God his strength Psalm.118:8, 9 - It is better to trust in the Lord than...in man Psalm.146:3 - Put not your trust in...princes, nor in...men, in whom there is no help Jer.9:23, 24 - Let not...the mighty man glory in his might...but glory... that he knoweth Me, that I am the Lord Jer.17:5 - Cursed be man that trusteth in man, & maketh flesh his arm, & whose heart departeth from the Lord Jn.15:4, 5 - Without Me you can do nothing (See also Isa.31:3) B. What happens when you rely on your own strength & plans: 2Chr.26:16 - When he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the Lord Hos.10:13 - You have reaped iniquity...because thou didst trust in thy way, in the multitude of thy mighty men 1Cor.10:12 - Him that thinketh he stands take heed lest he fall (See also 1 Sam.15:1-28; 28:4-25; 31:1-8 re: Saul.) C. He will deliberately let you fail: Lev.26:18-20 - If ye will not...hearken...I will break your power...your strength shall be spent in vain Num.14:41-45 - Go not up, for the Lord is not among you...but they presumed to go up 2Chr.16:7 - Because thou relied on the king of Syria, & not on the Lord...the host (is) escaped out of thine hand (See also 2 Chr.25:7, 8) D. Lack of strength often due to sin: Psa.31:10 - My strength fails because of mine iniquity Lev.26:27, 36, 37 - I will send a faintness into (your) hearts...& you shall have no power to stand before your enemies Josh.7:12 - (They) could not stand before their enemies...because they were accursed Judg.2:13-15 - They forsook the Lord...(His) anger was against Israel...they could not stand before their enemies (See also Amos 2:13-15) 6. Power when witnessing: A. Power comes from the Holy Spirit: Acts 1:8 - You shall receive power (when) the Holy Ghost is come upon you: & you shall be witnesses Mic.3:8 - I am full of power by the Spirit of the Lord...to declare to Israel his sin Jn.6:63 - It is the Spirit that quick; the flesh profits nothing Acts 4:8, 13 - Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost...they saw the boldness of Peter Acts 4:31, 33 - They were filled with the Holy Ghost...& with great power gave the apostles witness 1 Thes.1:5 - For our gospel came unto you...in power 2Tim.1:7 - God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power B. No man can stand up to the power of God's Spirit: Lk.21:15 - I will give you a mouth...which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay (contradict) nor resist Jer.5:14 - I will make My Words in thy mouth fire, & people wood Acts 6:10 - They were not able to resist the wisdom & the spirit by which he (Stephen) spoke 2Cor.10:4 - The weapons of our warfare are... mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds C. It has to be by God's power: 1Cor.1:18 - The preaching of the cross...is the power of God 1Cor.2:4, 5 - My preaching was...in...the Spirit & power: That your faith should...stand...in the power of God 1Cor.4:20 - The Kingdom of God is not in word, but in power (See also Lk.4:14) D. God can use you even when you're weak: Gal.4:13, 14 - E. God can take over & powerfully use you: Exo.4:10-12 - I am not eloquent...I am slow of speech. The Lord said, "I will be with thy mouth, & teach thee" Jer.1:6-9 - I cannot speak. Lord said, "Whatsoever I command thee...speak. I have put My Words in thy mouth" Mat.10:20 - For it is not you that speak, but the Spirit...which speaks in you (See also Mk.13:11; Lk.12:12.) Acts 4:13 - They...perceived (Peter & John) were...ignorant men, they took knowledge...that they had been with Jesus (See also 1 Sam.10:6) 7. God's power vs. your adversaries' physical power: A. For your spiritual battles, defending the faith: Jude 3b - You should earnestly contend for the faith 2Cor.10:3-5 - We do not war after (in) the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God (See also 1Cor.10:11) B. If you must physically defend your loved ones or country: Lk.11:21 - When a strong man armed keep his palace, his goods are in peace Jn.10:11 - The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep C. Fleshly "might" is no match for the power of God: 1Sam.17:45 - Thou (Goliath) comes to me with a sword, & with a spear...but I come to thee in the name of the Lord 2Chr.32:8 - With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the Lord to help us, & to fight our battles Psa.9:19, 20 - Lord, let not man prevail...put them in fear: that (they) may know themselves to be but men Isa.31:3 - The Egyptians are men & not God...when the Lord shall stretch out His hand...they all shall fail (See also Hos.1:7) D. They may seem strong, but their strength has departed: Num.14:9 - Neither fear the people...for they are bread for us: their defense is departed from them Jer.46:17 - Pharaoh king of Egypt is but a noise; he hath passed the time appointed E. God decides the outcome, not physical, carnal might: 1Sam.2:4 - The bows of the mighty men are broken, they that stumbled are girded with strength 2Chr.25:8 - God hath power to help, & to cast down Psa.33:16 - There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength Psa.33:17 - An horse is a vain thing for safety: neither shall he deliver any by his great strength Psalm.35:10 - The Lord delivers the poor from him that is too strong for him Psa.44:3-7 - They got not the land...by their own sword, neither did their own arm save them: but Thy arm F. You are not to trust in fleshly might to fight your foes: 2Ki.18:21 - Thou trusts upon...this bruised reed...on which if a man lean, it will (pierce) his hand Psa.44:5, 6 - Through Thee will we push down our enemies: I will not trust in...my sword (to) save me Isa.31:1 - Woe to them that go to Egypt for help...because they are very strong; but look not unto...the Lord G. You are not to fear the power of man: Deut.3:22 - Ye shall not fear them: the Lord shall fight for you Psalm.27:1-3 - Of whom shall I be afraid? Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear Psalm.118:6 - The Lord is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? Pro.29:25 - The fear of man bringeth a snare Isa.2:22 - Cease (fearing) man, whose breath is in his nostrils Isa.51:12, 13 - (Why) art thou...afraid of a man that shall die...as grass; & forgets the Lord thy Maker Jer.1:8 - Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the Lord Lk.12:4, 5 - Be not afraid of them that kill the body H. God is on your side & you shall win: Deut.20:1 - When thou goes out to battle against thine enemies, be not afraid...for the Lord thy God is with thee Deut.20:4 - Lord fight...against your enemies, to save you Deut.31:8 - The Lord...doth go before thee; He will be with thee 1Sam.17:47 - Battle is the Lord's, He will give you into our hands Psa.108:13 - Through God we shall do valiantly: for He it is that shall tread down our enemies Rom.8:31 - If God be for us, who can be against us? (See also 2 Chr.14:11, 12; 20:12-25; Zeph.3:17.) I. The armies of Heaven are on your side: 2Ki.6:14-17 - They that be with us are more than they that be with them 2Chr.32:7, 8, 21 - There be more with us than with him Mat.26:52, 53 - give Me more than 12 legions of angels (See also Josh.5:13, 14; Psa.68:17; 91:11; Isa.37:33-36.) J. You become far more powerful than your adversaries: 1Jn.4:4 - Greater is He that is in you, than he...in the world Josh.1:5 - There shall not any man be able to stand before thee Joshua.23:9, 10 - One shall chase a thousand, for God fights for you (See also Deut.11:25; 28:7.) K. God can help you win against overwhelming odds: 1Sam.14:6 - No restraint to the Lord to save by many or by few 2Chr.14:11 - Lord, it is nothing with Thee to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power 2Chr.16:8, 9a - A huge host...because thou didst rely on the Lord, He delivered them into thine hand Until Next time Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Your servant in the Lord.

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Sunday Church with the Elder::: 3/10/24 Owingsville Ky Topix and around the country. Men are not to police a human's salvation. Each person is to serve God, as a human. No one should force God on someone, God is not doing that He gives choice He calls it Freewill. We love to hear from God’s People. Kidd Family Ministry is always ready to serve you.. Bible study: 3/ 10/ /2024 What is that Obedience To God as he calls for? It is not bossing others. It is not where a person is to boss the community. It is not taking over a country so you can bring your flavor of what God is. Obedience to God does not make God God, He is already God and has mercy on whom He has mercy, Paul was told this, ***Romans 9: 14-18 Therefore God has mercy on whom He wants Therefore God has mercy on whom He wants to have mercy, and He hardens whom He wants to harden. Berean Literal Bible So then, He shows mercy to whom He wants, . .. Just because we may not like the way someone sees marriage, does not make us police it. The Man name Saul who became Paul was changed from force to make someone obey to Choice, pure Mercy, and God will Judge at the end of human life. Liberty in Christ is Him as the Judge. God had to tell Moses the same thing, Exodus 33:19; Romans 9:15 - And he said, “I will make all. .. Exodus+33:19 For he says to Moses, “I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion. The best thing anyone can do is just say it sir, yes sir Lord I hear and obey. Today we see from the scripture what God calls Obeying Him. “Note” { From the Elder Simon Kidd to those in Wakefield Michigan I will find you, it is a great honor to Get to stand in the water for you, Sunday lake will be cold this time of the year, for sure.} Today's Church services!!!! 1. Obeying the Lord: If He said it in the scripture, we are to obey it. If God says it, it should be good enough for each one of us. A. Obedience to God is our duty: read this first, *** Deuteronomy 6:4–9. Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one.. .. Psalm 1:1–2. Blessed is the man.. .. James 1:22–25. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.. .. Matthew 7:24–27.. .. Ephesians 6:1.. .. John 15:10–14.. .. Romans 2:6–11.. .. Genesis 22:17–18. — our bible study today has to take us to what the Scripture says on obedience. So as the elders sometimes say, let's be blueup, to follow what God says is against human nature so it will not be what the flesh wants. Psalm 119:5 “Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees! ” Proverbs 1:8-9 “Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They will be a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.” Proverbs 3:1-2 “My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity.” Proverbs 13:13 “He who scorns instruction will pay for it, but he who respects a command is rewarded.” Proverbs 16:20 “Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord.” Proverbs 19:16 “He who obeys instructions guards his life, but he who is contemptuous of his ways will die.” Isaiah 1:18-20 “ ‘Come now, let us reason together, ’ says the Lord. ‘Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land; but if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.’ For the mouth of the Lord has spoken.” John 14:15 “If you love Me, you will obey what I command.” John 14:21 “Whoever has My commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves Me…. ” John 14:23 “Jesus replied, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching.’ ” Ephesians 6:1-3 “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. ‘Honor your father and mother’ – which is the first commandment with a promise – ‘That it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on earth.’ ” Colossians 3:20 “Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.” 1 John 2:5-6 “But if anyone obeys His word, God’s love is truly made complete in Him. This is how we know we are in Him: Whoever claims to live in Him must walk as Jesus did.” 1 John 5:3 “This is love for God: to obey His commands. And His commands are not burdensome…” Eccl.12:13 - Keep His commandments: for this is the whole duty of man, saying If God told us to obey it we are to do just that. Deut.13:4 - Walk after the Lord...& keep His commandments, & obey His voice, & serve Him Deut.27:9b, 10 - Thou art the people of God...therefore obey the...Lord Jer.11:7 - I earnestly protested... saying, Obey My voice Jn.2:5 - Whatsoever He (Jesus) saith unto you, do it (See also Lk.17:10.) B. Obey wholeheartedly: Rom.6:17 - Ye have obeyed from the heart that doctrine Deut.26:16 - The Lord hath commanded thee to do these statutes... keep & do them with all thine heart, & all thy soul Psa.119:34 - I shall keep Thy law...with my whole heart (See also Psa.119:69b) C. Obey in all things: Deut.5:32 - Observe to do as the Lord...commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left 2Ki.22:2 - He did that which was right in the sight of the Lord...& turned not aside to the right hand or to the left (See also 2 Cor.2:9) 2. If you love & know the Lord, you will obey Him: Jn.14:15, 21 - If ye love Me, keep My commandments (See also vs. 23) 1Jn.2:3 - We know we know Him, if we keep His commandments 1Jn.3:24 - He that keepeth His commandments dwelleth in Him 1Jn.2:4 - He that saith, I know Him, & keepeth not His commandments, is a liar 2Jn.6a - This is love, that we walk after His commandments 3. Blessings for obeying the Lord: Deut.11:26, 27 - I set before you...a blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the Lord your God Joshua.1:8 - Meditate therein (the Word)...observe to do all that is written therein: then shalt thou have success A. Souls are saved: Rom.5:19 - By the obedience of one shall many be made righteous 1Tim.4:16b - Heed the doctrine...in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, & them that hear thee B. Spiritual blessings: Exo.19:5 - If ye will obey My voice...ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto Me above all people Jer.7:23 - Obey My voice, & I will be your God, & ye...My people Jn.13:17 - If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them Jn.15:10 - If ye keep My commandments, ye shall abide in My Love Jn.15:14 - Ye are My friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you Acts 5:32 - The Holy Ghost...given to them that obey (God) 1Pet.1:22 - Ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth (See also Jam.1:25) C. Material blessings: Deut.28:2 - All these blessings shall come on thee, & overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the Lord Deut.32:46, 47 - Set your hearts unto all the Words...& through this ye shall prolong your days in the land Job 36:11 - If they obey & serve Him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, & their years in pleasures Isa.1:19 - If ye be willing & obedient, ye shall eat good of land Jer.38:20 - Obey...voice of the Lord: so it shall be well unto thee, & thy soul shall live Heb.11:8 - Abraham, when he was called to go into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed (See also Deut.28:1-14; Jer.35:18, 19.) D. Protection: Exo.23:22 - If thou shalt obey & do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies Lev.25:18 - Do My statutes...& shall dwell in the land in safety 4. Submission to godly pastors & leaders in the Lord: A. Exhortations to submit to pastors & spiritual brethren: Heb.13:17 - Obey them that...rule over you, & submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls Heb.13:7 - Remember them which have rule...whose faith follow 1Cor.11:1 - Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ Phi.3:17 - Be followers of me &...them which walk so, as ye have us for an (example) (See also 1Cor.16:16; 2Cor.2:9.) B. Obeying wholeheartedly, "as unto the Lord & not unto men": Eph.6:5 - Be obedient...in singleness of heart, as unto Christ Eph.6:6 - Not with eyeservice, as men pleasers; but as servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart Col.3:22 - Not...men pleasers; singleness of heart, fearing God Col.3:23, 24 - Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, & not unto men...for ye serve Christ Phlm.21 - I wrote...knowing that thou wilt do more than I say 5. Jesus' example of obedience: Lk.22:42 - Nevertheless, not My will, but Thine, be done (See also Mat.26:39, 42) Jn.5:30 - I seek not Mine Own will, but the will of the Father Jn.14:31 - As the Father gave Me commandment, even so I do Phi.2:7, 8 - (Jesus) took upon Him the form of a servant...& became obedient unto death Heb.5:8 - Though He were a Son, yet learned He obedience 6. Yieldedness to God: A. Let the Lord have His way in your life: Job 1:21 - Lord gave, &...hath taken away; blessed be the Lord Isa.64:8 - Lord...we are the clay, & Thou our potter Mat.6:10 - Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done Jn.3:30 - He must increase, but I must decrease Rom.12:1 - Present your bodies a living sacrifice...unto God Jam.4:7 - Submit yourselves therefore to God (See also Mat.26:39; Lk.1:38; Rom.6:13, 16.) B. Submit your plans to God: Heb.6:3 - This will we do, if God permit Jam.4:15 - Ye ought to say, If the Lord will, we shall do this C. Obeying God even when it hurts: Gen.22:2, 12 - Take thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, & offer him for a burnt offering (See also Heb.11:17-19) Jer.42:6 - Whether it be good, or whether it be evil we will obey the voice of the Lord our God Mat.26:38-54 - D. Yield to God & pray for His leading: Psa.27:11 - Teach me Thy way, O Lord, & lead me in a plain path Psalm.139:23, 24 - Search me, O God, & know my heart...know my thoughts: & lead me in the way everlasting Psalm.143:10 - Teach me to do Thy will; for Thou art my God: lead me E. Yielding to God spares you from judgments: 2Chr.30:8 - Yield yourselves unto the Lord...that His wrath may turn away from you Mat.21:44 - Whosoever shall fall on this Stone shall be broken: but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him 7. Obeying God rather than ungodly men: Acts 4:13-20 - Whether it be right in the sight of God to hearken unto you (Pharisees) more than unto God, judge ye Acts 5:29 - We ought to obey God rather than men (See also 1 Sam.22:17; 1Ki.18:3, 13; Ezra 4:21; 5:1-5; Dan.3:1-25; 6:1-13; Heb.11:23.) 8. Disobedience to God how the Lord views it: 1Sam.15:23 - Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, & stubbornness is as iniquity & idolatry Mat.7:26, 27 - Heareth these sayings of Mine, & doeth them not...a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand Jam.1:23, 24 - A hearer of the Word, & not a doer, is like a man beholding his face...& straightway forgetteth 9. Various categories of disobedience: A. Merely "agreeing" is not enough: Ezk.33:30-33 - They sit before thee as My people & they hear thy words, but they will do them not Mat.21:28-31b - He answered & said, "I go, sir": & went not Mat.23:2, 3 - Do not after their works: for they say, & do not Lk.6:46 - Why call ye Me, Lord, Lord, & do not the things I say? Tit.1:16 - They profess that they know God; but in works they deny Him, being...disobedient (See also Jer.42:1-22; 43:1-4.) B. "Good works" not a substitute for obedience: 1Sam.15:22 - Hath the Lord as great delight in... sacrifices, as in obeying? To obey is better than sacrifice Jer.7:22, 23 - I speak not...concerning sacrifices. But this thing commanded I them, Obey My voice Mat.7:22, 23 - Have we not...in Thy name done many wonderful works? Depart from Me (Jesus), ye that work iniquity Lk.11:42 - Ye tithe...& pass over judgment & love. These ought ye to have done, & not to leave the other undone C. Half-hearted obedience: 2Chr.25:2 - He did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, but not with a perfect heart Jer.3:10 - (She) hath not turned unto Me with her whole heart, but feignedly Acts 5:1-11 - 10. Reasons for disobedience: A. Being deceived: Gen.3:13 -, "The serpent beguiled me, & I did eat" (See also 2 Cor.11:3) 1Ki.13:1-26 - Gal.3:1 - Who bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth? Gal.5:7 - Who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? B. Having a "better idea": 1Sam.15:2-15 - Thus saith the Lord, "Utterly destroy all they have! " (Saul) spared the best...to sacrifice to the Lord Pro.3:5, 6 - Lean not unto thine own understanding Act 21:4, 10-14 - C. Lack of love for others: John.1:1-3; 4:2 - 1Jn.3:16, 17 - Whoso hath this world's good, how dwelleth the love of God in him? D. Fear of man: 1Sam.15:24 - I transgressed the commandment of the Lord...because I feared the people, & obeyed their voice Pro.29:25 - The fear of man bringeth a snare Jer.38:17-20 - Jn.12:42, 43 - Many believed on Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him E. Lack of faith in the Word: Gen.3:1-6 - Gen.19:14 - Num.20:7-12 - 1Sam.13:8-14 - 1Pet.2:7, 8 - Them which stumble at the Word, being disobedient 2 Thes.2:12 - Believed not the truth, but had pleasure in (sin) F. Being distracted by less important things: 1Ki.20:39, 40 - "Keep this man." As thy servant was busy here & there, he was gone Lk.14:15-24 - G. For material gain: 1Ki.20:29-34, 42 - 2Ki.5:14-16, 20-27 - H. Pride: 2Chr.26:14-20 - 3Jn.9, 10 - I. Allowing disobedience to become a habit: Jer.22:21 - This hath been thy manner from thy youth, that thou obeyed not My voice Jer.3:25 - From our youth even unto this day, (we) have not obeyed the Lord (See also Eccl.8:11) 11. How to relate to the disobedient: A. Use the Word to teach & warn them: Ezk.2:3-7 - Speak My Words unto them...they are most rebellious Ezk.3:17, 18 - Hear the Word...& give them warning from Me B. Win them with your example, not just your words: 1Cor.9:19 - I made myself servant to all, that I might 2Tim.2:24-26 - Servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle... patient...instructing...to acknowledging of the truth 1Pet.3:1-4 - That, if any obey not the Word, they may without the Word be won by the (See also Jam.5:19, 20.) C. Try to get them to change: Lk.1:17 - Turn the...disobedient to the wisdom of the just D. Keep an eye on them: Pro.29:15 - A child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame E. Do not keep company with them: Eph.5:11 - Have no fellowship with, but rather reprove them 2 Thes.3:6 - Withdraw yourselves from every brother that walketh disorderly, & not after the (instructions) 2 Thes.3:14 - If any man obey not our word...have no company with him 1Tim.6:3-5 - If any man...consent not...from such withdraw thyself F. If the offense isn't serious, don't give up on them: 2 Thes.3:14, 15 - If any man obey not our word by this epistle...count him not as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother 12. God's punishments for disobedience: Deut.11:26, 28 - I set before you...a curse, if ye will not obey the commandments of the Lord (See also Jer.11:3) Joshua.5:6 - (They) walked 40 years in the wilderness, till all the people...were consumed, because they obeyed not Judg.2:2, 3 - Ye have not obeyed...I will not drive (enemies) out 1Sam.12:15 - If ye will not obey...the Lord (will) be against you 1Sam.15:23b - Because thou hast rejected the Word of the Lord, He hath also rejected thee from being king 1Ki.13:all - Psalm.68:6 - The rebellious dwell in a dry land Isa.1:20 - If ye refuse & rebel, ye shall be devoured with sword Jer.3:25 - Confusion covereth us: for we have...not obeyed Jer.18:10 - If (they) obey not...then I will repent of the good, wherewith I said I would benefit them Dan.9:11 - (Did) not obey Thy voice; therefore curse is poured Dan.9:14 - The Lord watched upon the evil, & brought it upon us: for we obeyed not His voice Mat.7:26, 27 - Every one that heareth (My) sayings & doeth not...foolish...house on sand...great was the fall of it Lk.12:47 - (He) which knew his Lord's will, & according to His will, shall be beaten with many stripes (See also Gen.3:6, 16-19; Deut.28:15-67; Jer.9:13-16; 12:17; 32:23; Eph.5:6.) . Obedience is building on a sure foundation: Mat.7:24, 25 - Whosoever heareth these sayings of Mine, & doeth them...wise man, which built his house upon a rock 1Cor.3:11-14 - 1Cor.15:58 - Be steadfast, immovable...in the work of the Lord Until Next Time the Elder Rev. Simon Kidd

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Elder, can you help us? Question::::? We are trying to keep ourselves in the will of God, but having trouble doing it. From: The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd Kidd family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 1-859-274-2617 3/9/24 Open Your Bible to Matthew 16 In our human relationships, we can gain favor and we can lose favor pretty easily. Sometimes we don’t know why or how we gain or lose favor with people, but not with God. Through the Gospel, he tells us how to gain his favor and how to keep it The scripture says this about, Divine Favor God ask some of the human as they walk through this life, . So if we want God on our side He asks us for something!!!! Never be fooled into thinking it’s your church or our church. It is God’s church! “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”(Matthew 16:18) us or men were never to take it over, so never let this type of foolishness take root in You. Never be seduced by human praise, influence, or power. Or for the name. “For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ” (Galatians 1:10) Never be misguided into justifying that your way is the “only way” or the “best way” or the “right way.” “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” (Matthew 23:12) Never be tempted by an attitude of entitlement. Entitlement is when you get a false impression that you deserve more than you really deserve because you think more of yourself than you ought to. “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” (Philippians 2:3-4) Never get hoodwinked into building your kingdom instead of God’s Kingdom. “Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O LORD, and you are exalted as head above all.” (1 Chronicles 29:11) Never put your faith and trust in what you can do, but rather what God can do through you. “Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.”(Psalm 20:7) Never hide or cover up your own struggle with human depravity and individual sin. “Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy.” (Prov. 28:13) If you truly want to walk in God’s favor, it’s not about who you are, but Who is inside of you. Obey Him today and know that wherever God leads you, His favor will follow. No good thing does God withhold from those who walk uprightly. — Psalm 84:11 We position ourselves for the favor of God by walking in humility and purity. Every promise is yes in Christ. Every spiritual blessing becomes our birthright. And if we consecrate ourselves to Him, His favor will be our vanguard and rear guard. In one respect, all we need is the favor found at the foot of the cross. But the favor of God is not limited to the spiritual realm. His favor extends into the material realm as well. In Noah’s life, it translated into ingenious inventions. He was the Leonardo da Vinci and Thomas Edison of his era. Noah didn’t just build the first boat and pioneer the shipbuilding industry. He also held a wide variety of patents. According to Jewish tradition, Noah invented the plow, the scythe, the hoe, and a number of other implements used for cultivating the ground. The favor of God translated into God-ideas. It doesn’t matter what you do, God wants to help you do it. He wants to favor your business plan, your political campaign, your manuscript, your lesson plan, your legal brief, your film, and your sales pitch. But you’ve got to position yourself for that favor by acting in obedience. And if God knows He’ll get the glory, He will bless you beyond your ability, beyond your resources. Psalms 5:12 says, “For You, O Lord, will bless the righteous; with favor. You will surround him with a shield.” Notice, it’s the Lord who is doing the blessing and He is blessing the righteous. The righteous are every person who has been born again, and does what the bible says, – saved yes from their past, – But those who are followers of Christ Jesus as the savior, and Lord, those who do try to force salvation on someone else, . 2 Corinthians 5:21 says, “For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. ” So the Lord is blessing you and me, the righteous, forgiveness for the sins in the Garden, and He is blessing us with His – Favor of letting us Acts, 4:12- through John 3:15-17. In fact He is surrounding us with His divine favor. God’s favor is a huge key to living a life of victory every day doing what He calls living in Holiness.! Up front I need to tell you this, anyone can stand out in God’s favor. Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord. He preaches living out what God says is right. In a time when great wickedness prevailed on the earth, one man stood out. The favor of God is what God can do for you that you cannot do for yourself. It’s His favor that opens the door of opportunity. It’s His favor that turns opposition into support. It’s His favor that can help you land the promotion, make the list, or seal the deal. I pray for the favor of God more than anything else.— based on Luke 2:52 — pray for your children May you grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. So how do you find favor? The short answer is obedience! God’s favor is a big deal — it’s right up there with faith, grace, and the mercy of God. “Favor” is mentioned in the Bible over 70 times, and you’ll find that everyone greatly used by God experienced His favor. How to Find the Will of God! I can only say this word, The Prerequisite, or answer : it means Submit Your Will To The Lord: or : something required beforehand or necessary as preparation for something else. So anyone who wants to obey God’s will must follow Him, obey Him we can say in God we trust, but that means no other God but Him, when we Trust Him, it is Him we Trust, not someone’s flavor of what God is, it is not trusting in a take over where some group is seeking to force God on as many as they can, it is not any of us taken over the Government, Christ did not come for that, or tell People to do that. When we seek God’s will, just as it says His will. Not only that, you can expect God’s favor. Psalm 30:5 says “His favor lasts a lifetime, ” so you can count on the Lord to give you the favor you need in every season of your life. If everything is going well right now, thank God for this season of tangible blessings. Yet don’t feel entitled to this favor. You didn’t earn it. Without God, it would all be impossible. Keep walking in faith, and remain in His favor. God could not be more clear as to what it takes for us to seek His will. Seeking His will, not your own: Not someone else's. Read this as you seek Him. this will take you away from what false teachings are trying to do. Lk.22:42 Not My will, but Thine, be done, Men have already been told that they cannot make the end of time come, only God can do that. Pray and tell God this as you start, Jn.5:30 I seek not Mine Own will, but the will of the Father, this will be you doing just what Jesus did. And He said, Jn.6:38 I came...not to do Mine Own will, but the will of (God) The Scripture tell us to Seek and trust the Lord: Psa.37:5 Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in Him Pro.3:6 In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct Psalm.143:10 Teach me to do Thy will...lead me Col.1:9 Pray...that ye be filled with the knowledge of His will Openly and Sincerely desire to do God's will: Psalm.40:8 I delight to do Thy will, O my God Mat.6:10b Thy will be done in earth, as it is in Heaven Jn.4:34 My meat is to do the will of Him (God) that sent Me Eph.6:6 Doing the will of God from the heart As you obey Him, He will reveal His will to you: Hos.6:3a Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the Lord Mk.4:24, 25 Unto you that hear shall more be given Jn.7:17 If any man will do His will, he shall know whether Rom.12:1, 2 Present your bodies a living sacrifice...that ye may prove what is that good...and perfect will of God You do need help, The Holy Spirit Guides Us To Find God's Will: Jn.16:13, 14 The Spirit...will guide you into all truth...and show you 1Cor.2:11 The things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God Jam.1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God (See also Phi.3:15b) 1Jn.2:27 The same anointing teacheth you of all things The bible tells it like it is, The First Place To Look For God's Will Is In His Word: The Bible is His written, revealed will: Psa.119:105 Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path Rom.2:18 (Thou) knowest His will...being instructed out of law 2Tim.3:16 All Scripture is given by...God...for instruction (See also Deut.29:29; Psa.119:128; Jn.5:39; Acts 17:11; 1Tim.3:14a, 15a.) Warning against not obeying the Word beware of anyone who make their own way: Pro.28:9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law Isa.8:20 If they speak not according to this Word...no light . Beware of interpreting it as you please: 2Pet.1:20 No...Scripture is of any private interpretation 2Pet.3:16 Unlearned wrest Scriptures to their own destruction Isa.28:10 For precept must be (balanced) upon precept...line upon line; here a little, and there a little (See also Lk.10:25, 26) Read and study the Word carefully: read it for yourselves. Neh.8:8 They read in the...law of God distinctly, and gave the sense (meaning), and caused them to understand Mat.9:13 Go ye and learn what that meaneth 2Tim.2:15 Study...rightly dividing the Word of truth When a verse speaks specifically, directly to you believe it: Psa.103:20b Ye...that do His commandments, hearkening unto the voice of His Word Psa.119:130 The entrance of Thy Words...giveth understanding Psa.119:133a Order my steps in Thy Word Pro.6:22, 23 When thou goest, it (the Word) shall lead thee...when thou wakest, it shall talk with thee Lk.24:32 Did not our heart burn within us...while He (Jesus) opened to us the Scriptures? Acts 2:37a When they heard this...were pricked in their heart Pray and ask the Lord to help you understand: Psa.119:18 Open Thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law Psa.119:34, 35 Give me understanding, and I shall keep Thy law Pro.2:3-11 If thou...liftest up thy voice for understanding...seekest... then shalt thou find knowledge Lk.24:45 Then opened He (Jesus) their understanding, that they might understand the Scriptures Others can help you, Ask mature Christians to explain difficult passages to you: Acts 8:30-35 Understandest thou what thou readest? How can I, except some man should guide me? No matter what men say, the truth of the scripture God Sometimes Reveals His Will Through Dreams: Revelatory dreams given to His people: Num.12:6 I the Lord...will speak unto him in a dream Job 33:15-17 In a dream, He (God)...sealeth their instruction Jer.23:28 The prophet that hath a dream, let him tell Joel 2:28b Your old men shall dream dreams (See Acts 2:17b) Read Old Testament examples: God gave Abraham a prophetic message in a dream (Gen.15:12-16); God's warning dream to Abimelech, the Philistine king (Gen.20:2-7); God promised Jacob that He was with him (Gen.28:10-16); Jacob's dream warned him to depart (Gen.31:10-13); Laban warned not to harm Jacob (Gen.31:22-24); Joseph's two prophetic dreams (Gen.37:5-9); Prophetic dreams of Pharaoh's baker and butler (Gen.40:1-13, 16-22); Pharaoh's dream of coming famine (Gen.41:17-32); Israel instructed to go to Egypt (Gen.46:1-4); Gideon encouraged to do God's will by hearing dream of barleycake (Judg.7:9-15); Solomon's dream (1Ki.3:5-15); Eliphaz's dream (Job 4:12-21); Nebuchadnezzar's dream of coming world kingdoms (Dan.2:1, 28, 29, 31-45); King's dream and its interpretation given to Daniel (Dan.2:16-19); Daniel's dream of coming world kingdoms (Dan.7:1-28). Read New Testament examples: Joseph's four dreams of instruction and warning (Mat.1:20, 21; 2:13, 19, 20, 22.); Wise men warned in a dream (Mat.2:12); Pilate's wife's dream warned them concerning Jesus (Mat.27:19). Read and understand the Caution regarding determining God's will by dreams only: Eccl.5:3a A dream cometh through multitude of business Eccl.5:7 In the multitude of dreams...are also diverse vanities Jer.23:25-27a "I have dreamed"...deceit of their own heart Jer.23:32 I am against them that prophesy false dreams Jer.29:8b Neither hearken to dreams ye cause to be dreamed God Sometimes Reveals His Will Through Visions: A vision is when God flashes a picture in your mind's eye: Num.12:6 I the Lord will make Myself known unto him in a vision Num.24:4 Falling into a trance, but having his eyes open Ezk.1:1 The heavens were opened, and I saw visions of God Hos.12:10 I (God) have multiplied visions Joel 2:28 I will pour out My Spirit...young men shall see visions Acts 10:9b-11 Peter...fell into a trance, and saw Heaven opened Some Old Testament examples: Abraham received prophecy in a vision (Gen.15:1-5); Micaiah's vision of the defeat of Israel (1Ki.22:17, 35, 36) and of the council around the Lord's throne (1Ki.22:19-23); Ezekiel's visions (Ezk.1:1-4; 8:1, 2, 10:1.); Daniel's visions of future events (Dan.8:1, 2; 10:4-7); Zechariah's visions (Zech.1:7, 8). New Testament examples: Archangel Gabriel prophesied to Zacharias (Lk.1:11-13, 22); Paul's vision of Jesus (Acts 9:1-7; 26:13-19); The Lord instructed Ananias in a vision (Acts 9:10, 11); Paul's vision of Ananias (Acts 9:12); An angel instructed Cornelius (Acts 10:1-6); The Lord instructed Peter with vision of unclean animals (Acts 10:9b-16); Paul's vision of Macedonian man (Acts 16:9); God encouraged Paul in a vision (Acts 18:9, 10). Beware of false visions from the devil: Jer.14:14 They prophesy a false vision...deceit of own heart Jer.23:16 They speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the Lord Lam.2:14 Thy prophets have seen vain and foolish things The Lord Sometimes Reveals His Will Through Prophecy And Revelations: Understand what God calls Prophecy: The Lord speaking through you, or to your heart: 1Ki.19:12 a still small voice Jer.1:9 Behold, I have put My Words in thy mouth Ezk.3:10, 11 All My Words that I shall speak unto thee receive in thine heart, and hear with thine ears Ezk.3:27 I will open thy mouth, and thou shalt say Lk.2:26a It was revealed unto him (Simeon) by the Holy Ghost Acts 2:17a In last days...your sons and your daughters shall prophesy Acts 10:19, 20 While Peter thought...the Spirit said unto him Acts 13:1, 2 There were certain prophets...the Holy Ghost said 1Cor.12:28 God hath set some (prophets) in the church (See also Acts 8:26; 1Cor.14:31; Eph.3:3, 5.) Read the Warnings about false prophecy: Deut.13:1-3 Deut.18:22 If the thing follow not, nor come to pass...the prophet hath spoken it presumptuously Jer.23:21 I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied Jer.23:26 They are prophets of the deceit of their own heart Ezk.13:6, 7 Ye say, The Lord saith it; albeit I have not spoken Gal.1:8 Though we, or an angel...preach any other gospel...let him be accursed (See also Mat.24:4, 5, 11, 23-26) As you have done, Seeking Counsel: A. Counseling with others who know the Lord and His Word well: Exo.18:25, 26 Able men...judged the people Deut.17:8-11 If there arise a matter too hard for thee...matters of controversy...come unto the judge Pro.11:14 In the multitude of counselors there is safety Pro.15:22 In multitude of counselors (purposes) are established Pro.20:18 Every purpose is established by counsel: and good advice 2Cor.13:1b In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established (See also Acts 11:22, 23; 15:22, 32.) Coming to a reasonable agreement: Acts 15:25 It seemed good to us, being assembled with one accord Acts 15:28 For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us Warnings about not seeking (or not heeding) godly counsel: Pro.15:22a Without counsel purposes are disappointed 2Chr.10:1-15 Rehoboam...forsook the counsel which the old men gave him, and took counsel with the young men Acts 27:9-15, 21, 41 Be willing to change plans if God leads otherwise: 2Sam.7:1-13 God Often Reveals His Will By Obvious Circumstances: God often sets up special circumstances to show His will: 2Sam.5:22-25 Mk.14:12-16 Go into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher...follow him (See also Lk.22:7-13) Sometimes obvious circumstances indicate God's leading: 1Cor.16:9 A great door and effectual is opened unto me 2Cor.2:12 When I came to Troas...door opened to me of the Lord Rev.3:8 I have set before thee an open door...for thou hast kept My Word Lk.10:8, 9 Into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you, eat (See also Mat.10:11) Examples of obvious circumstances: Acts 8:30-35 Acts 13:7 Sergius Paulus. ..called Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the Word of God Acts 13:14-16 If ye have any word of exhortation...say on (speak) Acts 17:18-22 May we know what this new doctrine...is? Jn.2:1-11 There was a marriage...Jesus was called, and His disciples Gauging circumstances and conditions, and acting accordingly: 1Ki.17:1-9 Mat.12:14, 15a Pharisees...held a council...how they might destroy Him. When Jesus knew it, He withdrew from thence Lk.10:10 In whatsoever city they receive you not, go your ways (See also Mat.10:14) Jn.7:1 He would not walk in Jewry...Jews sought to kill Him Jn.11:53, 54 (He) walked no more openly among the Jews; but went Acts 8:1, 4 Acts 14:5, 6 There was an assault...they were aware of it, and fled Acts 20:3, 6 Acts 27:9, 10, When sailing was dangerous, Paul admonished them Acts 27:12-15 Circumstances are not always an indication of God's will: --Sometimes you just need to have faith: Exo.14:9-16 2Ki.7:1, 2, 18 if the Lord would make windows in Heaven, might this... be? And it came to pass Eccl.11:4 He that regardeth the clouds shall not reap Jer.1:6, 7 Mat.14:15-21 This is a desert...and the time is now ; send the multitude away Mat.15:32-38 Whence should we have so much bread? Have faith and don't "look at the waves" and conditions: Mat.14:30, 31 When (Peter) saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid... Jesus said, Wherefore didst thou doubt? Mk.2:2-5 When they could not come nigh to Him for the (crowds), they (broke up) the roof...and let down the bed Lk.5:5 Master, we have toiled all night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at Thy Word I will Lk.8:49, 50 Thy daughter is dead; trouble not the Master. Jesus (said), Fear not: believe only Jn.11:39, 40 By this time he was stinketh. Jesus saith, If thou wouldst believe, thou shouldst see the glory of God 2Cor.5:7 For we walk by faith, not by sight Heb.11:23-27 By faith Moses. ..not fearing the...king Knowing By Faith, The "Witness Of The Spirit": let God be your guide, Sometimes God leads you by giving you a strong desire: --Or you just "feel" led in a certain direction: Psalm.37:4 Delight thyself also in the Lord; and He shall give thee the desires of thine heart Pro.16:1 The preparations of the heart in man...from the Lord Pro.21:1 The king's heart is in the hand of the Lord...He turneth it whithersoever He will Judg.14:1-4 It was of the Lord B. Beware about insisting on something you want: Psalm.106:14, 15 He gave their request; but sent leanness into their soul Num.22:12-22, 32 2Ki.5:15, 16, 20-27 Acts 21:4, 10-14, 27, 33 Jam.4:3 Ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts Determining God's Will By Confirming Signs: Setting a condition for a specific confirming sign: Judg.6:36-40 Gen.24:14 1Sam.14:8-10 But if they say thus...this shall be a sign unto us We all need to understand what God calls - Fleeces this can be inaccurate if options are too restricted: Acts 1:23-26 Requiring a "sign" often indicates unbelief: Jn.4:48 Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe "Confirming signs" sometimes not given: Mat.12:39a An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it Lk.23:8, 9 Herod...hoped to have seen some miracle done by (Jesus)...nothing Sometimes God's Will And Plans Are Conditional: What God does often depends upon man's actions and reactions: 1Ki.21:17-29 2Chr.7:13, 14 2Chr.34:24-28 Jer.26:2, 3, 13 If they turn from evil ways...I will repent of the evil which I purpose to do unto them Mat.10:13 If the house be worthy, let your peace come upon it Heb.4:6 Some must enter therein, and they to whom it was first preached entered not in because of unbelief (See also Heb.3:10-12, 18, 19) Examples Of God Changing His Mind: Exo.32:9-14 Moses besought the Lord...and the Lord repented of the evil which He thought to do (See also Gen.19:17-21; 2Ki.20:1-6; Amos 7:1-6; Jon. 3:4-10. ) God Often Gives Christians Alternative Choices: He lets us choose within the boundary of His overall will: 1Sam.10:7 Do as occasion serve thee; for God is with thee 2Sam.24:11-15 1Ki.3:5, 9, 10 1Cor.7:36 Let him do what he will, he sinneth not 1Cor.10:27 If any...bid you to a feast, and ye be disposed to go Our plans should be subject to the will of God: Jam.4:13-15 Ye ought to say, If the Lord will...we shall Acts 18:21b I will return again unto you, if God will Rom.1:10 Making request, if...I might have a prosperous journey by the will of God to come unto you (See also 1Cor.4:19a; 1Cor.16:7 ; Heb.6:3. ) Be sure you're right before going ahead: Rom.14:22b Whatsoever is not of faith is sin (See also vs.23) In love, consider the effect of your actions on others: Rom.14:15 If thy brother be grieved...walkest thou not (in love) 1Cor.8:9 Lest...this liberty of yours become a stumbling block 1Cor.8:13 If meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh When God Does Not Reveal His Will: God's will concealed from the unyielded and disobedient: 1Sam.28:6, 15, 16 1Ki.22:5-7, 19-23 Jer.4:10 Thou hast greatly deceived this people...saying, Ye shall have peace; whereas the sword Mic.3:4, 6, 7 He will not hear them...there is no answer of God Lk.10:21 Thou hast hid these things from the wise 2 Thes.2:10b-12 Because they received not the love of the truth...God shall send them strong delusion (Also Isa.66:4) How not to try to find God's will: When You Desperately Require Specific Directions: Psalm.73:24 Thou shalt guide me with Thy counsel (See Psa.16:7) Pro.4:11 I have taught thee...I have led thee in right paths God promises to tell you exactly where to go: Psalm.32:8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with Mine eye Psalm.37:23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord Isa.30:21 Thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it You must depend upon God to lead you: Jer.10:23 The way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps Psa.25:4, 5 Shew me Thy ways, O Lord; teach me Thy paths Psa.31:3b For Thy name's sake, lead me, and guide me Pro.4:26 Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established The Lord sends His angels to guide you: Exo.23:20 I send an angel before thee, to keep thee in the way, and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared Exo.32:34 Go...behold, Mine angel shall go before thee (See also Gen.24:7) You must seek and pray for His leading: Psa.25:4 Shew me Thy ways, O Lord; teach me Thy paths Psa.143:8b Cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto Thee Pro.3:5, 6 In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct Let God lead, even if you don't know where you're going: Heb.11:8 Abraham, when he was called to go...obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went (See Gen.12:1) You Can Count On God's Leadings Even When-- You're discouraged and at wit's end: Psalm.23:4 Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death. ..Thou art with me Psa.142:3 My heart was overwhelmed...Thou knewest my path You sometimes will feel lost: Isa.42:16 I will bring the blind by a way that they knew not; I will lead them in paths they that have not known You desperately need guidance in time of danger: 2Ki.6:8-12 Psa.27:11 Teach me Thy way...lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies Psa.78:43-52 made His Own people to go forth like sheep, and guided them You need a place to stay or eat: Psa.107:6, 7 They cried unto the Lord...and He led them forth by the right way...to a city of habitation Mk.14:12-16 Go into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water: follow him (See Lk.22:9-13) You're in a faraway, strange land: Psa.139:9, 10 In the uttermost parts of the sea; even there shall Thy hand lead me The Will Of God Is Supreme: God is omnipotent and does whatever He wills: Psalm.75:6, 7 God is judge: He putteth down one, and setteth up another Dan.4:17 The most High ruleth in the kingdom of men Dan.4:35 He doeth according to His will in the army of Heaven Acts 5:38, 39 If this counsel...be of God, ye cannot overthrow it Rom.9:15-18 Not of him that willeth...but of God that showeth mercy Eph.1:11b (God) worketh all things after counsel of His Own will Even seeming "bad" things happen only by God's will: Job 2:3-6 the Lord said unto Satan, He is in thine hand Acts 2:23 (Jesus), delivered by the...foreknowledge of God 1Pet.4:19 Let them that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to Him (See also Acts 4:28) Rewards For Doing God's Will: Mat.7:21 He that doeth will of My Father...shall enter Kingdom Mat.12:50 Whosoever shall do the will of (God)...is My brother Jn.9:31 If any man...doeth His (God's) will, him He heareth Jn.15:14 Ye are My friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you Heb.10:36 After ye have done will of God...receive the promise 1Jn.2:17b He that doeth the will of God abideth forever 1Jn.5:14 If we ask anything according to His will, He heareth us God's Will On Specific Subjects: God's will regarding salvation: (See Mat.18:14; Jn.1:13; 6:39, 40; Eph.1:5; 1Tim.2:4 ; Jam.1:18a; 2Pet.3:9b.) Verses on different aspects of God's will in a Christian's life: (See 1Cor.12:11; Gal.1:4; Eph.5:17; 1 Thes.4:3; Heb.2:4; 10:10; 1Pet.2:15; 3:17; 4:2, 19.) The will of God is the path of life: (See Psa.16:11; 23:3; 25:10; Pro.2:8, 13, 20; 4:11, 18; 12:28; Mic.4:2.) Until next time The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd

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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Bitterness Help?
Elder, can you help us with our Bitterness? Thank you for your request. The Elders understand this as the Definition: Holding on to or showing feelings of intense animosity, resentment or vindictiveness. -- Other words that describe bitterness are: merciless, unforgiving, holding a grudge. Bitterness is also described as feelings resulting from something that is difficult to accept. So this is the Biblical answer. 1. God's Word warns us against the dangers of bitterness. Proverbs 18:19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle. Acts 8:22, 23 Repent therefore of this wickedness, and pray God if perhaps the thought of thine heart may be forgiven thee. 23 For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity. Colossians 3:19 Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them. Hebrews 12:15 Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled. James 3:14 If ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth. 2. Do not carry or keep bitterness, but replace it with love, kindness and forgiveness. Leviticus 19:18 Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself: I am the Lord. Proverbs 17:9 He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends. Matthew 6:14, 15 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you: 15 But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Matthew 18:23-35 35 So likewise shall My Heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses. Romans 2:1-6 Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest does the same things. 2 But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things. 3 And thinkest thou this, O man, that judgest them which do such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God? 4 Or despisest thou the riches of His goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance? 5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the Day of Wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God; 6 Who will render to every man according to his deeds. Ephesians 4:31, 32 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamor, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice : 32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. 1 Peter 4:8 And above all things have fervent love among yourselves: for love shall cover the multitude of sins. 3. If you allow bitterness a place in your heart, it will eventually come out of your mouth in murmuring and complaining. Job 6:2, 3 Oh that my grief was thoroughly weighed, and my calamity laid in the balances together! 3 For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea: therefore my words are swallowed up. Job 10:1 My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. Job 23:1-4 Then Job answered and said, 2 Even today my complaint is bitter: my stroke is heavier than my groaning. 3 Oh that I knew where I might find Him! That I might come even to His seat! 4 I would order my cause before Him, and fill my mouth with arguments. Matthew 12:34b Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. Romans 3:14b Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. 4. The Lord, in His love, can deliver you from the sin of bitterness. Here are some examples of three who overcame it, and one who didn't: Genesis 45:3-15 And Joseph said unto his brethren, I am Joseph; doth my father yet live? And his brethren could not answer him; for they were troubled at his presence. 4 And Joseph said unto his brethren, Come near to me, I pray to you. And they came near. And he said, I am Joseph your brother, whom ye sold into Egypt. 5 Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life. 6 For these two years the famine has been in the land: and yet there are five years, in which there shall neither be eating nor harvest. 7 And God sent me before you to preserve you a posterity in the earth, and to save your lives by a great deliverance. 8 So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and He hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt.. .. 10 And thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near unto me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast: 11 And there will I nourish thee; for yet there are five years of famine; lest thou, and thy household, and all that thou hast, come to poverty.. .. 15 Moreover he kissed all his brethren, and wept upon them: and after that his brethren talked with him. 1 Samuel 1:10 10 And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the Lord, and wept sore.. .. 15 I am a woman of a sorrowful spirit: I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink, but have poured out my soul before the Lord.. .. 17 Then Eli answered and said, Go in peace: and the God of Israel grant thee thy petition that thou hast asked of Him. 18 And she said, Let thine handmaid find grace in thy sight. So the woman went her way, and did eat, and her countenance was no more sad. Isaiah 38:10-17 I said in the cutting off of my days, I shall go to the gates of the grave: I am deprived of the residue of my years. 11 I said, I shall not see the Lord, even the Lord, in the land of the living: I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world. 12 Mine age is departed, and is removed from me as a shepherd's tent: I have cut off like a weaver my life: He will cut me off with pining sickness: from day even to night wilt Thou make an end of me. 13 I reckoned till morning, that, as a lion, so will He break all my bones: from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me. 14 Like a crane or a swallow, so did I chatter: I did mourn as a dove: mine eyes fail with looking upward: O Lord, I am oppressed; undertake for me. 15 What shall I say? He hath both spoken unto me, and Himself hath done it: I shall go softly all my years in the bitterness of my soul. 16 O Lord, by these things men live, and in all these things is the life of my spirit: so wilt Thou recover me, and make me live. 17 Behold, for peace I had great bitterness: but Thou hast in love to my soul delivered it from the pit of corruption: for Thou hast cast all my sins behind Thy back. 2 Samuel 13:22 And Absalom spoke unto his brother Amnon neither good nor bad: for Absalom hated Amnon, because he had forced his sister Tamar.. .. 28 Now Absalom had commanded his servants, saying, Mark ye now when Amnon's heart is merry with wine, and when I say unto you, Smite Amnon; then kill him, fear not: have not I commanded you? Be courageous, and be valiant. 29 And the servants of Absalom did unto Amnon and Absalom had commanded. Then all the king's sons arose, and every man gathered him up upon his mule, and fled. 5. Bitterness stems from feelings of anger and an unforgiving attitude towards others. Here are some more solutions from the Word on how to avoid it. Proverbs 27:7 The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet. Matthew 5:23, 24 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. Mark 11:25 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have fought against any: that your Father also which is in Heaven may forgive you your trespasses. Romans 8:28 We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose. Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Ephesians 4:26b, 27 Let not the sun go down upon your wrath; 27 Neither give place to the Devil. Philippians 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before. Colossians 3:13 Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man has a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also you have to do the same. Until Next time the Elder-Rev. Simon Kidd..

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Answering a power higher than You? Bible study: Daily teaching in the word of God, From: Kidd Family Ministry box 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 40360 Today's Teacher, Rev. Chad Kidd the Rev. Chad Kidd has 8 Year degree in theology from Christian Liberty Academy – Christian School Arlington Heights, IL just outside of chicago. Eph. 3:20-21—Ephesians 3:20-21 a Great truth for our day. Never doubt God’s mighty power to work in you and accomplish all this. He will achieve infinitely more than your greatest request, your most unbelievable dream, and exceed your wildest imagination! He will outdo them all, for his miraculous power constantly energizes you. Now we offer up to God all the glorious praise that rises from every church in every generation through Jesus Christ—and read this again. Do not call to mind the former things, or ponder things of the past. ‘Behold, I will do something new, now it will spring forth; will you not be aware of it? I will even make a roadway in the wilderness, rivers in the desert.’” Isaiah 43:18-19 As you start this new walk with God, stop thinking about how things could’ve been or should’ve been. Instead, enter this bible study with a whole new level of expectation in believing that God is able to not only accomplish those goals that you have planned for your life, but be ready to exceed the thinking you have about Jesus, as our Lord and savior, They say believe on them through Heaved you can go be on, beyond your wildest imagination. Ephesians 3:20 says, “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” The Message we Read from the Bible reads, “God can do anything, you know—far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us.” The key to this scripture is His mighty power that works within you. This is about being submitted to His power, leaning not on your own understanding but trusting that He will act on your behalf, blessing you beyond your dreams and desires. My prayer for you as you surrender your heart to the Holy Spirit is that your new you will be filled with His favor and that He will bless you with many open doors and divine appointments, prospering you in all you do. He has for the saved, all through all that will yet be manifest through time and eternity. So How did the story of a man who taught and practiced unconditional love, peace, and kindness; who spent his life defending the poor and the marginalized; a man who even forgave his killers while they executed him unjustly — whose life inspired a radical movement that is still impacting the world thousands of years later — how did this man’s story become associated with hatred and oppression for so many people? And how might we all rediscover the promise of the love his story represents? Those are the questions at the heart of He Gets Us. OFTEN WE DISQUALIFY OURSELVES FROM GOD’S LOVE BECAUSE OF OUR HISTORY, OUR FAILURES AND SHORTCOMINGS. SIN HAS SEPARATED US FROM GOD AND WE CAN NEVER MAKE UP FOR OUR SIN BY SELF-IMPROVEMENT OR GOOD WORKS. SO HOW CAN WE ACCEPT WHAT WE HAVEN’T EARNED? THE BIBLE SAYS THAT NOTHING IN ALL OF CREATION CAN SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF GOD THAT IS IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD. AND TO ACCEPT GOD’S LOVE IS TO TRUST HIS PATIENT, FORGIVING AND GRACIOUS STANCE TOWARD US. ONLY HE HAS THE POWER TO FREE US FROM GUILT, SHAME AND CONDEMNATION TO GIVE US A LIFE OF WHOLENESS. ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS TURN TO HIM. It’s about Jesus, so it’s certainly affiliated with Christianity, but our point is that the story of Jesus doesn’t belong to anyone. It has something to offer to everyone — inviting Christians, non-Christians, and those who aren’t sure what they believe to consider Jesus. The example of his life can inspire all of us to pursue unconditional love for ourselves and for others, and that can encourage us to learn more about Jesus and his mission. In a world filled with distractions, worries, and doubts, Colossians 3:2 advises, “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” This verse highlights the need to prioritize your spiritual perspective and keep your eyes on Jesus, the ultimate source of hope and guidance. What was it that attracted God to Mary? “The angel went to her and said, ‘Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you’.” (Luke 1:28) That’s the type of favor I want to tell you about. Though we’re all subject to the blessings of God, some are more blessed than others. I believe that favor has something to do with that. What was it that attracted God to Mary? “The angel went to her and said, ‘Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you’.” (Luke 1:28) That’s the type of favor I want to tell you about. Throughout the Bible the word ‘favor’ is used in various ways. It can mean grace and acceptance but I want to examine it from the dictionary definition: approval, support, goodwill, above and beyond, kindness, preference. All of this is available to the believer as we can see from the lives of many Bible characters. As you read further, you will find examples of people who had the favor of God in their lives and you will discover how to attract God’s favor in your life. However, it’s important to note that when I refer to favor, I don’t mean favoritism. We know that God does not show partiality, but He does show favor. Favor is not Love. God loves everyone the same. It’s not grace, we are saved through grace by faith. It’s also not about blessing although God’s favor leads to blessing. Favor is something more and it will change your life. When you choose to focus on Christ, you remain anchored in His peace and sovereignty, as stated in Isaiah 26:3: “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind stays on you because he trusts in you.” Keeping your eyes on Jesus leads to a profound sense of inner peace and trust, even in the midst of life’s storms.The message in Philippians 4:6-7 is clear: rather than succumbing to anxiety, you are encouraged to turn to God in prayer, presenting your needs and concerns with a heart of gratitude. This act of faith doesn’t just bring you closer to God; it opens the door to a peace that is beyond human comprehension. Matthew 14:31 recounts how Jesus immediately reached out to rescue Peter when he cried out for help. Likewise, if you falter in your faith or lose focus, you can trust that Jesus is ever-ready to extend His loving hand and lift you up. Trust in God’s Sovereignty: Remember that God is in control, even when situations seem chaotic. Trusting in His sovereignty can bring peace amidst uncertainty. TO BE MADE WHOLE, OR TO BE SAVED IS TO SUBMIT TO GOD AND HIS PLAN AND PURPOSE FOR OUR LIVES. IT’S A TURNING FROM OUR OLD WAYS AND TURNING TO JESUS, TO ASK HIM FOR FORGIVENESS FROM OUR SINS AND TO GIVE US NEW LIFE IN HIM. ROMANS 10:9 SAYS, “IF YOU DECLARE WITH YOUR MOUTH, “JESUS IS LORD, ” AND BELIEVE IN YOUR HEART THAT GOD RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD, YOU WILL BE SAVED.” SALVATION IS GOD’S FREE GIFT TO US AND WE BECOME HIS CHILDREN. IT’S TOTAL ACCEPTANCE INTO THE FAMILY OF GOD AND AN EMPOWERMENT, THROUGH THE HOLY SPIRIT, TO LIVE A FULFILLED LIFE THAT REFLECTS GOD’S GOODNESS. IF YOU’RE NOT SURE WHETHER YOU’RE RIGHT WITH GOD, YOU CAN CHOOSE TO FOLLOW HIM RIGHT NOW BY PRAYING A PRAYER OF SURRENDER TO JESUS: It not about men it is what God has sent to this world John 3:15-17 is for anyone. 1. Love God Love God with all your heart. Without loving Him, we cannot expect to gain His favor. “My son, do not forget My teaching, but keep My commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.” (Proverbs 3:1-4) 2. Love people What are you doing for the Kingdom? What are you doing for others? If you want God’s favor then start caring for people. Ruth found favor with Boaz because of the things she had done and James says ‘faith without works is dead’. “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me’.” (Matthew 25:34-40) “Boaz replied, ‘I’ve been told all about what you have done for your mother-in-law since the death of your husband—how you left your father and mother and your homeland and came to live with a people you did not know before. May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge’.” (Ruth 2:11-12) Ruth was noticed for what she had done, she received more than she asked for, special treatment, protection, more than enough! 3. Hate what God hates As you make a stand for God and His causes His favor is released upon you “But you have this in your favor: You hate the practices of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate.” (Revelation 2:6) 4. Give gifts and offerings Abel’s offering found favor with God but Cain’s did not. Make sure your offering finds favor with God. Giving gifts leads us to find favor with both God and man as we see from the example of Jacob who found favor with Esau following his substantial gift. “And Abel also brought an offering—fat portions from some of the firstborn of his flock. The Lord looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast.” (Genesis 4:4) “I have cattle and donkeys, sheep and goats, male and female servants. Now I am sending this message to my lord, that I may find favor in your eyes.” (Genesis 32:5) 5. Be faithful Noah found favor with God due to his faithfulness. He walked faithfully with God and that led to favor. “So the Lord said, ‘I will wipe from the face of the earth the human race I have created—and with them the animals, the birds and the creatures that move along the ground—for I regret that I have made them.’ But Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord. This is the account of Noah and his family. Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked faithfully with God.” (Genesis 6:7-9) 6. Be righteous/blameless As we can also see in the example of Noah, being righteous and blameless is a key to finding favor. We also find this call to righteousness in the New Testament. Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33) “Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.” (Psalm 5:12) You can be blessed with favor. Favor leads to blessing. 7. Be submitted Esther shows us how submission brings favor. She didn’t take matters into her own hands. This is an ingredient to receiving favor. She exemplified submission, humility and confidence in God and won the favor of everyone who saw her. “When the turn came for Esther to go to the king, she asked for nothing other than what Hegai, the king’s eunuch who was in charge of the harem, suggested.” (Esther 2:15) 8. Be humble/have humility Through her humility Esther received immediate care and attention, provision, the best place, helpers, assistants and attendants. Furthermore, her favor created favor for all around her. Through our humility, let’s create an atmosphere of favor in our lives that can overflow to others. “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” (1 Peter 5:5) 9. Be honest Honesty is a key to favor. Joseph found favor with Potiphar because he could be trusted. “The Lord detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with Him.” (Proverbs 11:1) “Joseph found favor in his eyes and became his attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household, and he entrusted to his care everything he owned.” (Genesis 39) 10. Get Wisdom Wisdom is a key to favor. As Solomon makes clear in the Book of Proverbs. “For those who find me find life and receive favor from the Lord.” (Proverbs 8:35) As you use these 10 keys I believe you will see the favor of God in your life. And, remember, Favor comes in stages. You have to grow in it. You do not necessarily receive maximum favor all at once. “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” (Luke 2:52) If Jesus had to grow in favor then so do we! God’s favor is lasting. “For His anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime.” (Psalm 30:5) Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. Once you have God’s favor it lasts a lifetime. Do you want a lifetime of favor? Use these 10 keys to unlock God’s increased provision in your life and let it overflow to others. Noah found favor, he was blameless, righteous and faithful. Joseph found favor with God, as did Esther. God’s favor is for a purpose. When He favors you, it’s not for you to sit upon, but to do something with. You receive blessings so you can be a blessing! Let Go and Let God: Release your anxieties to God. Acknowledge that some things are beyond your control and that God’s hands are capable of handling them. Meditate on God’s Promises: Spend time reflecting on the promises of God in Scripture. His Word can provide comfort and assurance in anxious times. Seek Community Support: Share your burdens with trusted friends or a faith community. Sometimes, just talking about your worries can alleviate their weight. Philippians 4:6-7 doesn’t promise a life free from trouble, but it does assure you of God’s enduring peace in the midst of your trials. The peace of God is not just a temporary reprieve but a profound state of heart and mind, anchored in the trust and hope you have in Christ. Keeping your eyes on Jesus is not only a biblical principle but a lifeline in your spiritual journey. Heed the lessons from Matthew 14:22-33 and the additional scriptures that emphasize this vital practice. In doing so, you will find strength, peace, and unwavering faith even in the midst of life’s tempests. We go preach Him, the Savior, this Jesus, the Lord Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God; that He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin, that He might redeem sinful man. He accomplished this redemption by voluntarily giving Himself as a sinless substitutionary sacrifice on the cross, thereby satisfying God’s righteous judgment against sin. He gave proof that He accomplished that redemption by His bodily resurrection from the grave. He then ascended to the right hand of His Father where He intercedes on behalf of those who trust Him (John 1:1, 2, 14, 18; Luke 1:34, 35; Rom. 3:24-26; 8:34)***Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31; Luke 1:35; Hebrews 7:26; 1 Peter 2:22; Acts 2:22; Acts 10:38; Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; 1 Corinthians 15:4; Acts 1:9; We are to follower after what He has told us, such as Psalm 100:4 4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and his name. Mathew 5:44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you 1 Peter 4:8 Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Luke 10:27 He answered, 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind'; and, 'Love your neighbor as yourself. Mathew 7:1-3 7 Judge not, that ye be not judged. 2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. 3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Isaiah 54:17a No weapon formed against you shall prosper Mathew 18:20 For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. Mathew 18:19 The Jesus of the Bible did things that many would not do today, because to them it looks bad. We were looking at the life of Jesus to see who he really was, and we noticed something peculiar: he spent a lot of time around the dinner table. Many of his most frequently quoted messages and standout stories happened while sharing a meal with others. As we looked closer, we noticed that his company around the table was a remarkably diverse cast. He shared meals with outcasts. He spent time with the self-righteous religious elite. He cared for people who had broken every rule and were seen as unclean. He dined at the tables of the wealthy men whose riches were won with lies and corruption. Some of those men gave up comfortable lifestyles to follow him. He crossed racial boundaries to the shock of many around him. He invited everyone to the table. When asked why he did so, he replied, “… I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of the truth listens to me.” It was radical at the time. No one was that inclusive. The religious do-gooders began to whisper behind his back. They called him a friend of sinners. It was supposed to be an insult, but Jesus wore it proudly. He was a friend to everyone. And what do friends do? They eat dinner together and share in each other’s lives. Strangers eating together and becoming friends. What a simple concept, and yet, we’re pretty sure it would turn our own modern world upside down the same way Jesus turned his around 2, 000 years ago. That’s really why we made this video in the first place. We see division and broken relationships everywhere. We see judgment and hypocrisy on the rise. We see people who claim to be followers of Jesus taking his open invite and turning it into an exclusive club. The name of Jesus has been used to harm and divide, but if you look at how he lived, you see how backward that really is. Jesus was not exclusive. He was radically inclusive. What would our world look like if that were the norm? If strangers became friends over the dinner table as they did around Jesus? Scripture References so you can see it for yourselves: Mark 2:13-17, Luke 19:1-10, Matthew 9:36-38, Luke 5:31-32 In the gospel of Matthew, we find a powerful lesson about the importance of keeping your eyes on Jesus, especially amidst life’s storms. This foundational scripture recounts the moment when Peter walked on water towards Jesus, only to falter when he shifted his focus. You will find insights offered by this passage and the additional scriptures that support the vital practice of fixing your gaze on Christ. What Does the Bible Say? “He walked on the water to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, ‘Lord, save me! '” Matthew 14:29-30 Hebrews 12:2 reinforces this idea: “looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” Just as Peter found strength and miraculous ability in his initial gaze upon Jesus, you are encouraged to fix your eyes on Christ, the author and finisher of your faith. Your Brother in the Lord REV. CHAD KIDD

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Bible study: Daily teaching in the word of God, From: Kidd Family Ministry box 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 40360 Today's Teacher, Rev. Chad Kidd the Rev. Chad Kidd has 8 Year degree in theology from Christian Liberty Academy – Christian School Arlington Heights, IL just outside of chicago. ____—----***--- God-pleasing Life: Having faith pleases God. Be spiritually minded. Fear God. not men. Study and follow Jesus Christ’s example. Jesus is already the Lord, and the Savior, Acts, 4:12 read it, Peter is explaining to the Sanhedrin whose authority he used to heal a lame man (Acts 3:1–10). Specifically, the council asks, "By what power or by what name did you do this? " (Acts 4:7). Peter claims that he did it through the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth (Acts 4:10). One's "name" includes the sense of one's identity, power, authority, and reputation. Jesus' name is the only name that saves. "Salvation" is from the Greek root word sōtēria. It means "deliverance and preservation" and can imply rescue in a worldly, physical context, such as from enemies, or it can suggest eternal spiritual rescue. The salvation that Christ offers delivers us from sin and hell and preserves us, or keeps us safe, for heaven (John 10:28). "Men" is from the Greek root word Anthrōpos and means "human being;" this is the non-gender-specific reference for all human beings. In Acts 4:11, Peter calls the Sanhedrin the "builders" who are responsible for the Jewish people and the proper observance of the Jewish religion. As "builders, " the elders, priests, and scribes Obey God. beware of slick the preacher, because they are here today just as they were then, Several places in their Scripture—our Old Testament—give very specific descriptions that identify Jesus as the Messiah they have been waiting for. In just the last week of His life He fulfilled prophecies of the donkey He rode into Jerusalem on (Zechariah 9:9; Mark 11:1–7), the way the Roman guards cast lots for His clothing (Psalm 22:18; Mark 15:24), and the fact that His bones were not broken (Psalm 22:17; John 19:31–37). Sadly, the Jews had a long history of ignoring, abusing, and killing their prophets (1 Kings 19:10; 2 Chronicles 36:16; Jeremiah 2:30). And so they missed the coming of the One they had waited so long for—the only one who could bring them salvation. Do God’s will. God has a Creed, it is His given choice to all Humans, it is Obedience, to His word. Give the sacrifice God wants. The Repentance of your lips. And the changing of your ways. But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh, for these are opposed to each other, to keep you from doing the things you want to do. (Galatians 5:16-17) The first step for believers in pleasing God is to be sure we are walking by the Spirit, not in the desires of the flesh and this can only happen when we accept the sacrifice for sin that He provided for us by the death of Jesus Christ on the cross. Paul explains the difference between the sinful nature and the nature of those regenerated by the Spirit. He who lives in sin has his mind established in sinful desires, while those regenerated by Christ have a completely new mind that is controlled by the spirit and desires to live according to the Holy Spirit’s leading. “For the mind set on the flesh is death, but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace, because the mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God; for it does not subject itself to the law of God, for it is not even able to do so, and those who are in the flesh cannot please God” (Romans 8:6-8). As we see, pleasing God is a matter of living according to His precepts and commandments as Jesus said, “If you love me, you will obey what I command” (John 14:15). It requires giving up our will, denying our natural desire for honor and approval, and having our mind fixed on the Lord to keep our thoughts pure every moment of the day. This does not mean that believers never sin. But we need to understand the regenerating work of providing new life is effective and always produces a change in the person who receives that new life (1 Thess. 5:23; Phil. 3:12 God develops character qualities within us as we grow in faith.Galatians 5:22-26 They are called the Fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, Galatians 5:22-23). These character qualities make us beautiful from the inside out. Our world is obsessed with outward beauty, but God is concerned about developing our inner beauty. God will show this in a saved person, "charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, chastity." The believer as a new creature continues to struggle against the flesh, which continues to war against the spirit and cause a life in conflict, imperfect in performance in comparison to his new character. However, believers who do sin do not form a distinctive group identifiable as “carnal (fleshly) Christians” as set apart from non-carnal Christians. No doubt, all Christians commit acts of carnality. Sinful conduct finds its source in the flesh (1 Cor. 3:3; 1 Pet. 2:11;2 Pet. 2:18) and these individuals can be said to be guilty of carnality or acting according to the flesh. Correspondingly, all believers are disciples by virtue of their relationship with Jesus Christ. Therefore, the term “disciple” does not refer to a believer who is “no longer (fleshly) carnal” because he has made a decision to walk more obediently, but is simply synonymous with Christian. Acts 11:26 records the beginning of the term “Christian” being applied to followers (disciples) of Jesus. Your Brother in the Lord. Rev. Chad Kidd.

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Several places in their Scripture—our Old Testament—give very specific descriptions that identity Jesus as the Messiah they have been waiting for. In just the last week of His life He fulfilled prophecies of the donkey He rode into Jerusalem on (Zechariah 9:9; Mark 11:1–7), the way the Roman guards cast lots for His clothing (Psalm 22:18; Mark 15:24), and the fact that His bones were not broken (Psalm 22:17; John 19:31–37). Sadly, the Jews had a long history of ignoring, abusing, and killing their prophets (1 Kings 19:10; 2 Chronicles 36:16; Jeremiah 2:30). And so they missed the coming of the One they had waited so long for—the only one who could bring them salvation.

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Do you know the Godhead as the bible tells us they are? From the Elder, The scripture is very clear as to who they are. In the world we live in today, evil will always turn with its ways, and words, against you when you show Jesus as the Lord, and the Godhead in the Bible, the devil groups, will turn on you for calling Jesus your Lord, and Savior. 1. Jesus' Father, God, Is The Eternal Spirit And Creator: No one can take this from you when you read it for yourselves. A. The True, God has always existed and always will: Exo.3:14 God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM Psa.90:2 From everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God Psa.102:24b-27 The heavens...shall perish, but Thou shalt endure... Thou art the same, and Thy years shall have no end Rev.1:8 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending...which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty (See also Isa.41:4 ) B. God is an immortal, invisible Spirit: Jn.4:24 God is a Spirit: they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth 1Tim.1:17 Unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory (See also 2Cor.3:17a ; Heb.11:27. ) C. He fills the entire universe: 2Chr.2:6 Who is able to build Him a house (temple), seeing the heaven and the Heaven of heavens cannot contain Him? Psalm.139:7-10 Whither shall I flee from Thy presence? Thou art there Acts 7:48, 49 Heaven is My throne, and earth is My footstool Acts 17:24-29 In Him we live, and move, and have our being (See also 1Ki.8:27 ; 2Chr.6:18 ; Isa.66:1. ) D. He is the only true God: Isa.43:10, 11 I am He: before Me there was no God...neither shall there be after Me Isa.44:6, 8b I am the first, and the last; beside Me there is no God Isa.45:21b, 22 There is no God else beside Me...I am God, and there is none else E. He created the world, the universe, and man: Gen.1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth Gen.1:26, 27 God created man in His Own image...male and female Gen.2:7 God formed man of the dust of the ground (See also Isa.45:18 ; 48:13 ; Acts 17:24-26. ) F. His understanding and power are infinite: Psa.139:4 There is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O Lord, Thou knowest it altogether Psalm.147:5 Great is our Lord...His understanding is infinite Isa.40:13-18 All nations before Him are as nothing...less than nothing, and vanity Isa.40:28b There is no searching of His understanding Rom.11:33 O the depth of...the wisdom and knowledge of God! G. God is far beyond man's limited ability to understand: Isa.55:8, 9 As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are...My thoughts (higher) than your thoughts H. God has a wonderful and beautiful plan for man: 1Cor.2:9 Neither have entered into heart of man, the things God hath prepared for them that love Him (See also Isa.64:4 ) I. But sinful man is estranged from God: Rom.3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God Eccl.7:20 Not a just man on earth, that...sinneth not Isa.59:2 Your iniquities have separated between you and your God J. God loved man and wanted him to have salvation: Mat.18:14 It is not the will of (God) that one...should perish 2Pet.3:9 The Lord is...not willing that any should perish (See also Ezek.18:23, 32 ; 33:11. ) 2. Why God Sent Jesus Into The World: A. God sent Jesus to show us a picture of what He is like: Col.1:13b, 15 His dear Son: Who is the image (perfect picture) of the invisible God Heb.1:3 The brightness of His (God's) glory, and the express (clearly communicated) image of His person 2Cor.4:4b Christ, Who is the image of God B. In knowing Jesus, we can know and understand God: Jn.8:19 If ye had known Me, ye should have known My Father Jn.14:7-9 He that hath seen Me hath seen the Father (See also Jn.12:45 ) C. God showed us His love by sending Jesus to earth: Jn.3:16 God so loved the world, that He gave His only...Son Rom.5:8 God commendeth His love toward us, in that...Christ died for us 1Jn.4:8b-10 The love of God...God sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him (See also Eph.2:4-7 ) D. Jesus showed us God's love by dying for us: Jn.10:11 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth His life for the sheep Jn.15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends E. Jesus' death paid the price for our sins, and if we believe in Him, we receive God's gift of salvation: 1Tim.1:15 Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners Lk.19:10 The Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost (See also Mat.9:13) Jn.3:17 God sent not His Son into the world to condemn world; but that the world through Him might be saved Rom.5:6-11 We were reconciled to God by the death of His Son 1Jn.3:5 He was manifested to take away our sins 1Jn.4:14 The Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world Rev.5:9b Thou wast slain, and redeemed us to God by Thy blood (See also 1Cor.15:3 ; Eph.1:7 ; 2:12-18 ; 1 Thes.5:9, 10 ; Heb.9:12, 14, 26b, 28 ; 10:12, 14 ; 1Jn.4:9, 10 ; Rev.1:5b. ) 3. More Reasons Why God Sent Jesus Into The World: A. To proclaim the truth: Jn.18:37b For this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth B. To destroy the power of the devil: 1Jn.3:8 For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil Heb.2:14b, 15 That...He (Jesus) might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil (See also 1Cor.15:54-57 ) C. To know our human weaknesses and to sympathize with us: Heb.2:16-18 Made like unto His brethren...in that He himself hath suffered being tempted, He is able to succour them Heb.4:15 (He was) touched with the feeling of our infirmities: Lk.2:40 (growing up); Lk.4:2 (hunger); Lk.8:23 (need for sleep); Lk.9:58 (poverty); Jn.4:6, 7 (weariness and thirst); Mat.26:37 (sorrow). 4. Jesus' Teachings And Personal Example: A. Jesus' teachings were with power and authority: Lk.4:32 They were astonished at His doctrine: for His word was with power (See also Mat.7:28, 29 ) Jn.7:46 Never man spake like this man B. Jesus' message was love: Mat.22:37-39 Thou shalt love the Lord..thou shalt love thy neighbor Jn.13:34, 35 A new commandment I give you, That ye love one another Jn.15:12 Love one another, as I have loved you (See also Jn.15:17 ; 17:26 ; 1Jn.3:11. ) C. Jesus' humility: Phi.2:5-8 (He) made Himself of no reputation, and took...the form of a servant...humbled Himself Mat.11:29 Learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart Lk.22:27 I am among you as He that serveth Jn.13:3-15 D. He befriended and won sinners and outcasts of society: Mat.9:9-13 Jesus sat at meat (ate with) many publicans and sinners Lk.7:36-48 Lk.19:2-10 Lk.23:39-43 Jn.8:1-11 5. Jesus, The Way To Salvation: A. Jesus is the only way to God: Jn.1:29 The Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world Jn.14:6 I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name...whereby we must be saved 1Tim.2:5 One mediator between God and men, Christ Jesus 1Jn.5:11 God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in His Son (See also Jn.8:51 ; 10:7-9 ; 17:2, 3. ) B. Jesus has the power to give us eternal life: Jn.5:26 As the Father hath life in Himself; so hath He given to the Son to have life in Himself Jn.1:4 In Him was life; and the life was the light of men Jn.3:16 Whosoever believeth in Him...have everlasting life Jn.5:24 He that believeth hath everlasting life, and...is passed from death unto life Jn.6:40 Every one which...believeth on Him (has) everlasting life Jn.6:47 He that believeth on Me hath everlasting life Jn.6:48, 50, 51 I am the living bread...if any man eat of this bread, he shall live forever Jn.10:28 I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish Jn.11:25 I am the resurrection, and the life Jn.17:2, 3 This is life eternal, that they might know...Jesus Christ Rom.6:23 The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ Heb.5:9 He (Jesus) became the author of eternal salvation 1Jn.5:12, 13 He that hath the Son hath life...you that believe on the name of the Son of God...have eternal life C. When we receive Jesus, God dwells in our hearts: 1Jn.4:15 Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God (See also Jn.13:20b ) D. God's sheep will hear Jesus' voice and come to Him: Jn.5:23 All men should honor the Son, even as they honor the Father Jn.6:45 Every man that...learned of the Father, cometh unto Me Jn.8:42 If God were your Father, ye would love Me (Jesus) Jn.10:3, 5, 27 My sheep hear My voice...and they follow Me E. God loves us if we love Jesus: Jn.14:21, 23 He that loveth Me shall be loved of My Father Jn.16:27 The Father Himself loves you, because ye loved Me F. Those that hate Jesus, also hate God: Jn.15:23, 24 He that hateth Me (Jesus) hateth My Father also...now have they both seen and hated both Me and My Father G. What rejecting Jesus means: Jn.3:36b He that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him Jn.3:18 He that believeth not (on Jesus) is condemned already Jn.3:19, 20 This is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light Jn.8:24 If ye believe not that I am He, ye shall die in your sins Jn.12:48 He that rejecteth Me...hath one that judgeth him : the Word...shall judge him in the last day 1Jn.2:22, 23 Whosoever denieth the Son...hath not the Father 1Jn.5:12b He that hath not the Son of God hath not life 6. Jesus, The Light Of The World: A. Jesus is the true Light: Jn.1:9 That was that true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world Jn.8:12 I am the light of the world: he that followeth Me shall not walk in darkness (See also Jn.9:5) Mat.4:16 The people which sat in darkness saw great light...in the region and shadow of death light is sprung up Lk.2:30-32 A light to lighten the (nations) (See also Isa.49:6) 1Jn.2:8 The darkness is past, and the true light now shineth (See also Acts 26:18 ) B. The devil and evil men hate the true Light: (See 2Cor.4:4 ; Jn.1:5 ; 3:19-21. ) 7. Jesus' Life And Resurrection Are A Fact: A. The facts of His life and death were recorded by eyewitnesses: 2Pet.1:16 We have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we coming of Jesus, but were eyewitnesses Lk.1:1, 2 Those things which are most surely believed among us... they us, which were...eyewitnesses Jn.19:25, 26, 34, 35 He (John) that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true Acts 4:20 We cannot but speak the things which we have seen Acts 10:38, 39 We are witnesses of all things which He did (See also Jn.21:24, 25 ; Acts 5:32 ; Heb.2:3 ; 1Jn.1:1-3a. ) B. His resurrection from the dead is a fact: Acts 1:2, 3 He showed Himself alive after His passion (death) by many infallible proofs, being seen of them 40 days Acts 2:31, 32 Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses Acts 13:30, 31 God raised Him (Jesus) from the dead: and He was seen many days of them...His witnesses 1Cor.15:3-6 He rose again...He was seen of above 500 brethren at once (See also Acts 10:40, 41 ) C. His resurrection proves that He is divine: Rom.1:3, 4 Jesus Christ our Lord was...declared to be the Son of God with power...by the resurrection from the dead 8. Eyewitness Accounts In The Bible Tell Us That: A. Jesus was crucified: (See Mat.27:27-50 ; Mk.15:15-37 ; Lk.23:23-49 ; Jn.19:16-30. ) B. He was buried in a grave for three days: (See Mat.27:57-66 ; Mk.15:42-47 ; Lk.23:50-56 ; Jn.19:31-42 ; Acts 13:28, 29. ) C. He was resurrected from the dead: (See Mat.28:1-18 ; Mk.16:1-14 ; Lk.24:1-43 ; Jn.20:all ; 21:all ; Acts 2:23, 24, 32 ; 3:14, 15 ; 10:39-41 ; 13:29-31 ; 1Cor.15:3-8 ; Rev.1:18. ) D. He was then taken up into Heaven: ( Mk.16:19 ; Lk.24:50, 51 ; Acts 1:4-11. ) 9. Old Testament Messianic Prophecies: --Fulfilled in the birth, death and life of Jesus Christ: Lk.24:44 All things...fulfilled (in Scriptures) concerning Me A. His lineage foretold: Gen.3:15 Gen.18:18 (Also compare Gen.17:5-7 and Gal.3:16, 19 ) (Also compare Gen.28:13, 14b and Acts 3:25, 26 ) Gen.17:15, 19 Num.24:17 Gen.49:10 Isa.9:6, 7 B. His birth and childhood: Mic.5:2 Isa.7:14 Jer.31:15 Hos.11:1 C. His ministry and rejection: Isa.9:1, 2 Psa.110:4 Isa.53:3 Psa.2:1, 2 Zech.9:9 D. His betrayal: Psalm.41:9 Zech.11:12 Zech.11:13 Psalm.109:7, 8 E. His persecution and crucifixion: Psa.27:12 Isa.53:7 Isa.50:6 Isa.53:4, 5, 8 Isa.53:12 Psa:22:16 and Zech.12:10 Dan.9:25 Psa.22:6-8 Psalm.69:21 Zech.12:10 Psa.22:18 Psa.34:20 (Also Exo.12:46 ) Isa.53:9 F. His resurrection: Psa.16:10 Psa.68:18a Psa.110:1 (See Psa.2; 22 ; Isa.53. ) (See also Acts 13:27-29 ) 10. Jesus, The Son Of God: A. The Old Testament states that God has a Son: Psa.2:7 The Lord hath said unto Me, Thou art My Son Pro.30:4 Who hath established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is His Son's name? Dan.3:25 I see four men...the fourth is like the Son of God (See also Dan.7:13, 14 ) B. Jesus declared He was the Son of God, Christ the Messiah: Mat.16:15-17 Thou art the Christ, the Son of...God. Jesus answered, Blessed art thou...My Father (revealed it unto you) Mat.26:63, 64 I adjure Thee...tell us whether Thou be the Christ, the Son of God. Jesus saith unto him, Thou hast said Mat.27:43b He said, I am the Son of God (See also Jn.19:7 ) Mk.14:61, 62 Art Thou Christ, Son of the Blessed? Jesus said, I am Jn.4:25, 26 Woman saith...Messias cometh, which is called Christ. Jesus saith, I that speak unto thee am He Jn.9:35-38 Jesus said, Dost you believe in the Son of God? Who is He? Jesus said, It is He that talketh with thee Jn.10:33, 36-38 Because I said, I am the Son of God (See also Jn.3:16-18, 34-36 ; 5:19, 20, 25, 26 ; 6:40 ; 11:4. ) C. He was declared to be the Son of God by others: Mat.16:15-17 Peter...said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of...God Mat.27:54 The centurion (said), Truly this was the Son of God Jn.1:34 I bear record this is the Son of God Jn.1:40, 41 Andrew...saith, We have found the Messiah...the Christ Jn.1:49 Nathanael saith unto Him, Thou art the Son of God Jn.6:67-69 We...are sure that Thou art that Christ, the Son of God Jn.11:27 (Martha) saith...I believe that Thou art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into the world D. Even the devils knew He was the Son of God: (See Mat.8:29 ; Lk.4:33, 34, 41. ) E. Jesus called God His Father: Jn.5:17, 18, 20 Jesus...said that God was His Father, making Himself equal with God Jn.8:54 My Father...of whom ye say, that He is your God (See also Lk.10:22 ; 22:29 ; Jn.5:22-31, 36, 37 ; 8:16, 19, 26-28, 38, 49 ; 14:13 ; 16:28 ; 17:1-26 ; 20:17. ) F. God anointed Jesus with power: Mk.1:27 With authority commandeth He even the unclean spirits, and they do obey Him Lk.4:16-21 Spirit of the Lord is upon Me...He hath anointed Me Jn.3:34b God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto Him Acts 10:38 God anointed Jesus...with the Holy Ghost and with power 11. Jesus' Relationship With God: A. Jesus' closeness to God, His Father: Jn.1:18 The only begotten Son...is in the bosom of the Father Jn.16:15 All things that the Father hath are Mine (See also Jn.15:15 ) B. He was with God in His pre-existence in Heaven: Jn.17:5, 24 The glory which I had with Thee before the world was Jn.8:42b I proceeded forth and came from God...He sent Me 2Cor.8:9 Though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor (See also Jn.1:1 ; 13:3 ; 16:28 ; 17:8, 18a. ) C. God loves Jesus and is pleased with Him: Mat.3:16, 17 This is My beloved Son, in Whom I am well pleased Jn.8:29b I do always those things that please Him (See also Lk.9:34, 35 ; Jn.15:10. ) D. Jesus is one with His Father: Jn.10:30 I and My Father are one Jn.10:38b The Father is in Me, and I in Him Jn.14:9, 10a He that hath seen Me hath seen the Father E. Jesus is God, He is one with the Father: Isa.9:6 A child is born...and His name shall be called...the mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace Jn.8:56-58 Before Abraham was, I am (Compare w/ Exo.3:6, 13, 14 ) Jn.20:28, 29 Thomas said unto Him, "My Lord and my God" Col.3:11 Christ is all, and in all 1Tim.3:16 God was manifest in the flesh Heb.1:8 Unto the Son He saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever Rev.1:8, 11a ; 22:12, 13 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending...which is, and which was...the Almighty (Compare w/ Isa.44:6 ) F. Yet they are distinct, individual personalities: 1Jn.5:7, 8 There are three that bear record in Heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one G. God the Father has preeminence: Jn.14:28b My Father is greater than I Jn.20:17 I ascend unto My Father, and your Father; and to My God, and your God (See also Eph.1:17 ) 1Cor.3:23 Ye are Christ's; and Christ is God's 1Cor.11:3 The head of Christ is God 1Cor.15:24-28 Then shall the Son also Himself be subject unto Him... that God may be all in all (See also Jn.15:1 ) H. Jesus' total obedience to the Father: Jn.4:34 To do the will of Him that sent Me...finish His work Jn.5:19 The Son can do nothing...but what He seeth (God) do Jn.5:30 I can of Mine Own self do nothing...I seek not Mine Own will, but the will of the Father Jn.8:28, 29 I do nothing of Myself...I do always those things that please Him (God) Jn.12:49, 50 I have not spoken of Myself; but the Father...gave Me a commandment, what I should say...so I speak Jn.14:31b As the Father gave Me commandment, even so I do Phi.2:6-8 humbled Himself...obedient unto death (See also Jn.8:26b, 38a, 42 ; 14:10b, 24. ) I. Jesus submitted and obeyed utterly: Mat.26:39, 42, 44 He...fell on His face, and prayed, saying, O My Father... not as I will, but as Thou wilt (See also Mk.14:35, 36 ; Lk.22:41-44. ) 12. The Authority And Power God Has Given Jesus: A. Jesus is seated on the right hand of God in Heaven: Mk.16:19 Was received into Heaven, and sat on right hand of God Lk.22:69 Hereafter shall the Son of man sit on the right hand of the power of God (See also Mat.26:64b) Rom.8:34 Christ...Who is even at the right hand of God, Who also maketh intercession for us Eph.1:20 He raised Him from the dead, and set Him at His Own right hand in the Heavenly places Heb.1:3b He...sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high Rev.3:21b I overcame, and am set down with My Father in His throne (See also Psalm.110:1 ; Acts 2:32, 33a, 34 ; 7:55, 56 ; Col.3:1 ; 1Pet.3:22a. ) B. God has given all authority to Jesus: Mat.28:18 All power (authority) is given unto Me in Heaven and earth Dan.7:13, 14 There was given Him dominion, and glory and a Kingdom, that all nations...should serve Him (See Heb.1:8 ) Jn.3:35 The Father...hath given all things into His hand Jn.5:26, 27 He (hath) given (Jesus)...authority to execute judgment Eph.1:20-22 Set Him...far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion...and hath put all things under His feet Phi.2:9-11 At the name of Jesus every knee should bow Col.2:10 (Jesus) is the head of all principality and power 1Pet.3:22b Angels and authorities and powers...made subject to Him Rev.17:14 Lord of lords, and King of kings (See also 1Tim.6:15 ) (See also Mat.11:27 ; 26:53 ; Jn.3:31 ; Heb.1:4, 6 ; Eph. 1:10 ; Col.1:18 ; Rev.1:5a. ) C. Jesus is the King, and the Kingdom of Heaven is His: (See Mat.13:41 ; 16:28 ; 27:11 ; 25:31, 34 ; Lk.22:29, 30 ; Jn.18:33-37 ; Col.1:13. ) D. Jesus is Lord: Jn.13:13 Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am Acts 2:36 God hath made that same Jesus...both Lord and Christ Phi.2:11 Every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord Rev.19:16 KING of Kings, and LORD of Lords (See also 1Tim.6:15 ; Rev.17:14a. ) E. God has made Him judge of the world: Mat.16:27 The Son of man shall come...and then He shall reward every man according to his works Mat.25:31-46 The Son of man...shall...sit on the throne of His glory: and before Him shall be gathered all nations Jn.5:22 The Father...hath committed all judgment unto the Son Acts 10:42 Ordained of God to be the Judge of (the living) and dead Rom.2:16 God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ F. Jesus will also sit in judgment of Christians: Rom.14:10 We shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ 2Cor.5:10 We must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ Rev.2:23b I am He which searcheth the...hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works Rev.22:12 My reward is with Me, to give every man according as his work shall be 13. Jesus The Creator: A. God created the universe through Jesus: Jn.1:1-3, 10 In the beginning was the Word (Jesus)...and all things were made by Him...the world was made by Him Gen.1:1 In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth Col.1:15, 16 By Him (Jesus) were all things created...all things were created by Him, and for Him Heb.1:2 His Son...by Whom also He made the worlds Heb.1.8, 10 Unto the Son He saith...Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth B. Jesus upholds all matter in the universe: Col.1:17 He is before all things, and by Him all things consist Heb.1:3 Upholding all things by the word of His power C. All the fullness of God dwells in Jesus: Col.1:19 That in Him (Jesus) should all fullness dwell Col.2:2b, 3 Christ...in Whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge Col.2:9 In Him (Jesus) dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead D. A description of Jesus' immortal resurrected body: Rev.1:13-17 The Son of man...eyes as a flame of fire...countenance as the sun 14. Titles Of Jesus: Isa.7:14 (Immanuel--"God with us"); Isa.9:6 (Counsellor, The mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of peace); Mat.25:31 (the Son of man); Mat.16:16 (Son of the living God); Lk.5:34, 35 ; Jn.3:29 (the bridegroom); Jn.1:29, 36 (The Lamb of God); Jn.1:41 (the Messiah, the Christ); Jn.1:49 (Rabbi, Son of God, King of Israel); Jn.6:35, 48, 51 (the bread of life); Jn.8:12 ; 9:5 (the light of the world); Jn.10:7, 9 (the door of the sheepfold); Jn.10:11 (the good shepherd); Jn.11:25 (the resurrection and the life); Jn.13:13 (Master and Lord); Jn.14:6 (the way, the truth, and the life); Jn.15:1 (the true vine); 1Cor.2:8 (the Lord of glory); 1Cor.10:4 (the spiritual Rock); Col.2:19 (the Head); 1Tim.6:15 (the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords); Heb.2:10 (the captain of our salvation); Heb.4:14 (great high priest); Heb.12:2 (the author and finisher of our faith); Heb.13:20 (that great shepherd of the sheep); 1Pet.2:4 (a living stone); 1Pet.2:6 ; Eph.2:20 (a chief corner stone); 1Pet.2:25 (the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls); 1Pet.5:4 (the chief Shepherd); Rev.1:5 (faithful witness, prince of the kings of the earth); Rev.1:8 (Alpha and Omega, the Almighty); Rev.5:5 (the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David); Rev.19:11 (Faithful and True); Rev.19:13 (the Word of God); Rev.19:16 (KING of Kings, and LORD of Lords); Rev.22:16 (the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star). Until next time the Elder. Men can’t take this out of the bible with their talk, so read it from the Scripture, for yourselves.

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Following false Teachers, can cause anyone to fall for a fake Jesus. From The Elder. Having God’s truth sets us free. Men peddle out different brands of their flavor of what Jesus is. The true Jesus anyone can read about in the Scripture. Jesus was born miraculously of the Virgin Mary (Matthew 1: 23; Luke 1:31, 35). He lived a sinless life (Hebrews 7:26; I Peter 2:22). He came into the world to save men from the guilt and condemnation of sin (John 3:16), offering His blood as atonement (I Corinthians 15:3; II Corinthians 5:21) and making it available to all who exercise faith in Him. He resurrected from the dead (Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; I Corinthians 15:4). He is exalted to the right hand of God (Acts 1:9, 11; 2:33; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 1-3). His divinity is proved from His titles, His attributes, and His works (John 1:14; Luke 1:26-35; Acts 4:12; Acts 16:31). He is presently seated at the right hand of God the Father, interceding for His redeemed. We also acknowledge Jesus Christ as Lord over all things in Heaven, and in Earth, and under the Earth (John 1:12-14; I Timothy 3:16; Acts 7:37-38; Philippians 2:9-10; Hebrews 7:25). When we seek the true Jesus who has redeemed us, from the fall of mankind in the garden, and we repent for what we have sinned in, He offers us a new Beginning, Indeed, “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” – Romans 10:13 The Bible tells us who this Christmas, Easter Jesus is and what He offers to those who seek Him. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. – Matthew 11:30 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? – Matthew 6:27 For everyone has his own burden to bear. – Galatians 6:5 Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. – Proverbs 30:5 Anyone can tell if it is the real Jesus that they follow, by just looking to see if they are like this, as the bible says, so if You have this son of God working in You, you can be one of those who are, Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7 so John 3:16 will bring anyone to Him, because He already loves us all. The LORD is good to all. He has compassion on all he has made. – Psalm 145:9 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. – Psalm 23:1 For our God is a consuming fire. – Hebrews 12:29 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. – Ecclesiastes 3:1 This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. – Psalm 118:24 Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord God is an everlasting rock. – Isaiah 26:4 The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. – Proverbs 18:10 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. – 1 Corinthians 10:31 Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. – Psalms 37:4 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. – Lamentations 3:23 If God said it, it is in the Bible and that Scripture teaches there is one and only one true and living God, who is self-existent, and the eternal “I AM, ” the creator of heaven and earth, and the redeemer of mankind. We believe that He has chosen to reveal Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the same in essence, though distinct in personality (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10-11; Matthew 28:18-19; Luke 3:22). These three are one God, having the same nature, attributes, and perfection and are worthy of the same homage and obedience (Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3, 4; II Corinthians 13:14; Revelation 1:4-6). The mode of His existence, however, is a subject far above the understanding of man. He is the fountain of all perfection and happiness. He is glorified by the whole of creation and is worthy to be loved and served by all intelligence. He, therefore, is the only proper object of worship (Jeremiah 10:10; Exodus 3:14; Psalms 90:2; Matthew 28:19, 20; Job 11:7; Psalms 19:1, 2; 145:10; 150:6; Exodus 34:14). God has for all humankind, His teaching. The Scriptures ascribe to the Holy Spirit the acts and attributes of an intelligent being. He guides, knows, moves, gives information, commands, forbids, sends forth, reproves, as the instrumental segment of the GodHead in the liberal dispersion of spiritual gifts, and can be sinned against (John 16:13; I Corinthians 2:11; Genesis 1:2; Acts 10:19; 13:2; 16:6; 13:4; John 16:8; Mark 3:29; Acts 7:51; Ephesians 4:30; I Corinthians 12).The works of God are ascribed to the Holy Spirit; creation; inspiration, giving of life, and sanctification (Job 33:4; II Peter 1:21; I Peter 3:18; I Corinthians 6:11). The ministry of the Holy Spirit emphasizes function in our lives. One needs the Holy Spirit to live correctly. A believer is either spiritual or carnal. Personal sin takes one out of spirituality and into carnality. Confession of sin changes one from living by the flesh and puts one into living by the Holy Spirit. We continue living by the Holy Spirit by faith. Spirituality is attained through a believer’s walk with the Spirit, by not grieving the Spirit, and by quenching not the Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19; Ephesians 4:30; Galatians 5:16-6:1, 1 John 1). All believers are entitled to and should ardently expect and earnestly seek the Promise of the Father, the baptism in the Holy Spirit. With it comes the endowment of power for life and service, and the bestowment of the gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-5; I Corinthians 12:1-31). This wonderful experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth (Acts 2:38; 10:44-46; 11:14-16; 15:7-8). For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. – Proverbs 2:6 The Lord bless you and keep you. – Numbers 6:24 For nothing will be impossible for God. – Luke 1:37 An honest witness does not lie, a false witness breath lies – Proverbs 14:5 Do everything without grumbling or arguing – Philippians 2:14 Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. – Psalm 25:4 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. – Proverbs 3:5 Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act. – Psalm 37:5 Set your mind on things above, not on earthly things. – Colossians 3:2 Children, obey your parents in all things. – Colossians 3:20 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. – Psalm 56:3 Reject every kind of evil – 1 Thessalonians 5:22 Grace be with you all. – Hebrews 13:25 For riches do not last forever, nor will a crown endure from age to age. – Proverbs 27:24 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. – Psalm 119:105 Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame. – Romans 10:11 Dear children, keep yourselves from idols. – 1 John 5:21 Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. – Exodus 20:8 He must become greater; I must become less. – John 3:30 Do not say, “I will repay evil”; wait for the Lord, and he will deliver you. – Proverbs 20:22 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. – Proverbs 15:22 The Easter Jesus gives those who John 3:1-17 Strength!!! He says it is in the scripture, so men can’t change what He offers. He strengthens those who are weak and tired. – Isaiah 40:29 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. – Ephesians 6:10 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. – Philippians 4:13 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. – Psalm 46:1 I love you, Lord, my strength. – Psalm 18:1 Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. – 1 Chronicles 16:11 The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.- Psalm 9:9 Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. – Psalm 27:14 Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD. – Psalm 31:24 Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. – 1 Corinthians 16:13 It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. – Psalm 18:32 The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation. – Psalm 118:14 Anyone who changes the bible to suit themselves, can’t change you if you read it for yourself, Just read it, Look at this, READ The Bible and you will see it is the inspired Word of God and the revealed Will of God (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 1 Peter 1:23-25; Heb. 4:12). There is one true Godhead composed of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All are co-equal and co-eternal (Matt. 28:19; 1 John 5:7). Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, is the second member of the Godhead (Is. 9:6; John 1:1, 14). Man was created in God’s image. By voluntary transgression, he fell, and his only hope of redemption is in Jesus Christ, the Son of God (Gen. 1:26-31, 3:1-7; Rom. 5:12-21). Salvation of Man (a) Man’s only hope of redemption is through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. On the cross, Jesus Christ became sin and sickness, providing both salvation and healing for all mankind (Psalm 103:3). This salvation comes by believing in your heart that God raised Jesus from the dead and confessing with your mouth, Jesus as Lord (Rom. 3:24, 10:8-10). (b) The inward evidence, to the believer, is the direct witness of the spirit (Rom. 8:16). The outward evidence to all men is a life of true holiness and love (1 John 3:23; John 13:35). (c) Salvation is by faith in Jesus Christ and not by human works; however our works are evidence of our faith and will determine our rewards in eternity (Acts 16:3; Rom. 10:9-10, 14:10-12; 2 Cor. 5:10; Eph. 2:8-9; Titus 3:5-7; James 2:18). Baptism in water is a declaration to the world that a believer has died with Christ and that they have been raised with Him to walk in the newness of life (Matt. 28:19; Acts 10:47-48; Rom. 6:4). The celebration of the Lord’s Supper by eating of the bread and drinking of the cup is a remembrance of Jesus (1 Cor. 11:24-30). All believers are entitled to, and should ardently expect and earnestly seek, the promise of the Father, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, according to the command of Jesus Christ. With this comes the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowment of gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry. This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-8; 2:38-39, 10:44-46, 11:14-16, 15:7-9; 1 Cor. 12:1-31). The Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit: The full consummation of the Baptism of believers in the Holy Spirit is evidenced by the initial physical sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance and by the subsequent manifestation of spiritual power in public testimony and service (Acts 2:4, 10:44-46, 19:2, 6, 1:8). The Church is the Body of Christ. Each believer is an integral part (Eph. 1:22, 2:19-22; Heb. 12:23). Total blessing, that does, bring Prosperity but not as a Gospel. (a) Spiritual (John 3:3, 11; 2 Cor. 5:17-21; Rom. 10:9-10) (b) Mental (2 Tim. 1:7; Rom. 12:1; Is. 26:3) (c) Physical (Is. 53:4, 5; Matt. 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24) (d) Financial (3 John 1:2; Mal. 3: 10-11; Luke 6:38; 2 Cor. 9:6-10; Deut. 28:1-14) (e) Social (Prov. 3:4) Blessed Hope: Jesus is coming again to gather all His Saints to Heaven (1 Cor. 15:51-52; 1 Thess. 4:16-17; 2 Thess. 2:1). Those who have not accepted the redemptive work of Jesus Christ will suffer eternal separation from the Godhead. They will burn in the lake of fire (Rev.19:20, 20:10-15). The Millennial Reign of Jesus: The return of our Lord Jesus Christ with His Saints from Heaven to rule and reign for 1, 000 years on earth as the Scripture promised (Rom. 11:25, 27; 2 Thess. 1:7; Rev. 19:11-16, 20:1-7). After this, there will be a new heaven and a new earth (Rev. 21). Until next, the Elder, when someone read the scripture for themself, no one can deceive them.

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Saved people have been given the power for the "MAKING OF WISE CHOICES" From The Elder: You go Jessica, Godspeed, Jessica was one of those who came to water in the Bath county creek a few days ago. Sin is just a choice, when anyone has the Holy Ghost, He helps us see what God calls sin. In the Bible God tells us about what He calls sin, and there are 977, things God calls sins, men are always coming up with more, but God has not given the world more things, He calls sins. The Old Testament provides valuable lessons for the Christian - 1Co 10:11 One such lesson is the importance of "Making Wise Choices" in our lives... Lot made a choice as to where to live, and as a result he experienced: War and kidnapping - Gen 14 Oppression and torment by the ungodly citizens of Sodom - 2 Pe 2:7-8 Loss of all his possessions, death of his wife, and incest with his daughters - Gen 19 David chose to commit adultery with Bathsheba, and as a consequence he suffered: The death of his infant son - 2Sa 12 A daughter molested by her half-brother - 2Sa 13 That son killed by her vengeful brother - 2Sa 13 A rebellion led by that son, who shamed him publicly, and whose death brought even more grief to David - 2Sa 15-18 With Lot and David illustrating the need for "Making Wise Choices", let's consider... Some choices that greatly affect our lives Suggestions for making wise choices What to do when we have made the wrong choice CHOICES WHICH GREATLY AFFECT OUR LIVES God sent us all a place to start, when we want to make a Great choice, even in this Human time. John 3:16 is a God given choice! CHOOSING JESUS… lets us be saved, because it is just a choice, to give to us all because we all are the WHO-SO-EVER- all of us where give this when God so loved this world. John 3:16 Will you follow Jesus or not? This is a God given choice, God’s freewill, given to us all. Will you become His disciple? To do this is to become all New Covenant and all Christian. Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13, Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." - John 14:6 For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, - 1 Timothy 2:5 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. - John 3:16 I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. - John 10:9 Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. - Romans 10:9 Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him. - John 3:36 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 6:23 And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. - 1 John 5:20 Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” - John 3:3 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. - Ephesians 2:8-9 And this is the testimony that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. - 1 John 5:11-12 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. - Isaiah 9:6 Yet for us there is one God, the Father, from whom are all things and for whom we exist, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom are all things and through whom we exist. - 1 Corinthians 8:6 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this? ” - John 11:25-26 Then he brought them out and said, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved? ” And they said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.” - Acts 16:30-31 Or will you refuse to accept His gracious offer of salvation - Mt 11:28-30 This one decision will affect your life more than any other! It will determine your place in eternity It will have a bearing on every other decision you make As a disciple, you will be concerned with doing His will As a disciple, you will not simply "do your own thing" - Mt 28:18-20 Choice to all, is God’s will for us all. Even from a worldly viewpoint, your choice is important to God. The wrong choice could lead to financial ruin or fiscal hardship if one has no God, or the Godhead, as their Leader. More importantly, the Sin choice can have a lasting effect on: Your marriage and family Your service to God Make the choice to honor God first, and you will be blessed - Mt 6:33 Make money the primary factor in your decision, and destruction will follow - 1Ti 6:6-10 CHOOSING A MATE... This choice will determine to a great extent your degree of happiness - Pr 12:4 It will have a permanent bearing on your children and their emotional well-being You may think you can simply divorce a person if they turn out to be a bad choice But once you have children, there is no way to reverse the choice you made as to who is the mother or father of your children! The children are not unaffected by the violence of divorce -. Mal 2:16 CHOOSING YOUR FRIENDS… as we are told about in God’s word. God tells us this in the scripture. Having close friends can be a wonderful blessing -. Pro 17:17 But the wrong friends can be a curse -Pr 12:26; 1Co 15:33 CHOOSING WHERE TO LIVE… is freedom's best choice to us all or if made out of Greed, sin takes us to that place of a mistake.. It was this foolish choice, that choice where Lot made his mistake It appeared to be a sound business decision - Gen 13:10-11 But it was a poor moral decision - Gen 13:13 Upon what basis do we choose where to live? Is it based solely on how much house we can afford? Is it based upon the location to work, school, ? Do we consider whether it will help or hinder our service to God and His church in where we congregate as a Church. ? -- There may be some modern-day "Sodom" and "Gommorahs" to avoid! SUGGESTIONS FOR MAKING WISE CHOICES What should we do??? ASK GOD FOR WISDOM... He promises to give wisdom to those who ask in faith - Jm 1:5-8 Asking for wisdom requires diligence - Pr 2:1-9 -- Fill your prayers with requests for wisdom to make wise choices! ASK OTHERS FOR ADVICE...when you need it. God is telling us this. There is safety in having many counselors - Pr 11:14 There is wisdom in heeding the counsel of others - Pr 12:15 Two great sources for counsel: The Bible itself, especially a book like Proverbs Older, mature Christians -- Don't hesitate to ask others what they would do! COMMIT YOUR CHOICES TO THE LORD... Trusting that you have made choices pleasing to Him, put them in His hands - Ps 37:5-6, 23-26 Make your choices with the understanding, "if the Lord wills" - Jm 4:13-15 One might even ask the Lord that if a choice is not according to His will... He might frustrate the carrying out of the choice Or to otherwise show you what is His will -- Include God in your decision making, if you wish to make wise choices! RESPONDING TO WRONG CHOICES LEARN FROM THE MISTAKES OF OTHERS... Do what Lot did: Heed and flee! Heed the Word of God Do what you now know to be right without reservation (remember Lot's wife! ) Do what Peter did: Repent and serve! Repent, if sin is involved (as when Peter denied Christ) Serve the Lord with what time you have left in this life Do what Paul did: Accept and live! Accept the forgiveness Jesus provides - cf. 1Ti 1:12-16 Determine to live for the Lord to the best of your ability - cf. Php 3:13-14 THE WRONG THING TO DO... Continue - remain in the choice you've made because of pride, or some other reason! Wallow - just feel sorry for yourself over your guilt or loss! May the examples of such men like Lot and David... Teach us the importance of "Making Wise Choices" Serve as a warning not to make our decisions lightly May we ever be open to the wisdom from God and the counsel of others as we make such choices as... Our careers Our spouses Our friends Where we will live Have you made the most important decision you will ever face in this life? The decision which will determine your eternal destiny? The decision to follow Jesus as your Lord and Savior? Why not decide today to follow Jesus, and become His disciple? - cf. Mt 28: 19-20; Ac 2:36-41 Until next time, The Elder. Do choose anyone but the savior, and God.

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When we suffer from Foolishness? Words From:::: Jessica::: Jesus is the Christ, His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior, has suffered and paid for our sins and those of all the people we will ever meet. He has a perfect understanding of the feelings, the suffering, the trials, and the needs of every individual. They will talk about other people who were crucified, because not many know that it was capital punishment back then, but Jesus still died for us, in that way, He is still Lord, and two criminals died with Him that Day beware of a fool talking. God says In the bible it is Behavior which is unwise or lacking in good sense or judgment. It can also mean behavior that is silly, shallow, or not to any positive, constructive end. This is what I learned when I returned to Jesus Christ as the Lord. 1. Some of the symptoms and manifestations of foolishness and the foolish: we should never follow after any one who says we do not have a Soul, or that there is no such thing as a savior, anything that takes away your choice, or tells you that there is no such thing as a Hell to come. Anyone can get out of Russells tower of foolish unbelief. Jesus is at the door and will come to you for salvation, and His way out, I found this, and called out, Acts 4:12 I was returned to Christian, He does and will save anyone who calls on Him. Calling upon this God in three person this happen to me, My eyes were opened, to the fact of the truth about, There is a Heaven and a Hell the Scriptures—both the Old and New Testaments—to be the verbally inspired Word of God, written by men in God’s control, inerrant and infallible in the original manuscripts and the final authority in faith and life. We can accept the literal, grammatical-historical system of interpretation of the Scriptures, and accept the historical record of the Bible as accurate and adequate. This is where, this Easter Jesus sent me to read for myself. (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 2 Pet. 1:20, 21; Ps. 19:7-9). He forgave me and return me to see The Trinity That understanding of, in one God, the eternal, infinite and all-knowing Spirit in whom all things have their source 4, support and end (Deut. 6:4; John 4:24; Gen. 1:1). Within this one God three distinct persons exist—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit —united, equal and perfect in all attributes (Matt. 28:19; Acts 7:55; Acts 10:38; 2 Cor. 13:14). The Godhead is one in essence, but within this perfect unity and equality exists order in function—first the Father, then the Son, and then the Holy Spirit 7 (1 Cor. 11:3; John 17:3-4; John 15:26; John 16:7). The Person and Work of the Father God the Father to be the first person of the Trinity. As part of the Trinity, God the Father is distinct both in His relationship to the other members of the Godhead and in His works as part of the Trinity. Although all works of God are the acts of a Triune God, some acts are especially ascribed to the Father, such as creation (Eph. 3:9; Heb. 12:9), election (1 Pet. 1:2; Eph. 1:4), redemption (John 6:37; 17:4-7), and the predetermining of all things (Eph. 1:5; John 5:30). God the Father is also distinct in that He is seen as the Father of the second member of the Trinity (John 1:18; 14:13) and the spiritual Father of all who believe in Him (Matt. 5:45; 1 John 3:1). The Person and Work of Christ, This Jesus is the savior, and the Lord, it is not russell foolishness, Russell did not die on a cross for any of us, so stay away from this hell bound people. the Lord Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God; that He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin, that He might redeem sinful man. He accomplished this redemption by voluntarily giving Himself as a sinless substitutionary sacrifice on the cross, thereby satisfying God’s righteous judgment against sin. He gave proof that He accomplished that redemption by His bodily resurrection from the grave. He then ascended to the right hand of His Father where He intercedes on behalf of those who trust Him (John 1:1, 2, 14, 18; Luke 1:34, 35; Rom. 3:24-26; 8:34). The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit and is was returned to HIM, the Holy Spirit He is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin and He showed Me; that He alone brings new life to those who are spiritually dead; that He baptizes (or places) all believers into the one true Church, which is the Body of Christ; that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of redemption, bestows spiritual gifts upon them, and fills (controls) those who are yielding to Him (John 3:3-8; 16:7-11; 1 Cor. 12:13; John 14:16, 17; Eph. 4:30; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Eph. 5:18). He show Me The Condition of Man man was created in the image and likeness of God, in innocence and without sin. In Adam’s sin the race fell, inherited a sinful nature, became spiritually dead and alienated from God. As a result, man is a sinner by nature, imputation, and practice. Man, of himself, is incapable of remedying his lost and depraved12 condition (Gen. 1:26; 3:1-24; Rom. 3:10-18; 5:12; Eph. 2:1-3). What Salvation is all about. His Gift, salvation, is the gift! of God’s grace given to all whom God has elected to salvation. It includes all that God does in saving the elect from the penalty, power, and presence of sin and in restoring them to a right relationship with God. As such, it is solely the work of God from initiation to completion. It cannot be gained by good works, but is a free gift for all who put their trust in Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross. All who so trust in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord are forgiven14 and saved from their sins and declared righteous by God and are born into the family of God by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit. God’s purpose for saving His elect is so that they bring glory to Him by their lives (Eph. 1:7; 2:8, 9; John 1:12; 2 Cor. 5:21; Phil. 1:6; Titus 2:11-14). Responsibility to such a false thinking when they come to your home, is to be clear, and the best way is to say I don’t believe you, take it somewhere else. My answer is – No. all the saved—those in whom God has accomplished His transforming work of grace—are kept by His power and thus, are secure in Christ if they stay with Jesus as the Lord this is free will that Choice we all are given.. This assurance, however, is not the occasion for sin, for God in holiness cannot tolerate persistent sin in His children, and in infinite love He corrects them. True faith in Christ is expressed by a fruitful, God-pleasing life (John 10:27-29; Rom. 8:29-39; 1 John 5:13; Heb. 12:6; Matt. 7:20; James 2:20). John 3:16 starts anyone on the road of Sanctification. The truth is that God, in the Scriptures, has given us everything pertaining to life and godliness. This includes salvation from the penalty of sin and just as surely the provision of sanctification (separation) from sin. Sanctification from sin affects both the body and the soul, and practical aspects. sanctification as a work of the Holy Spirit is complete and is without further growth; however, practical sanctification, a result of the work of the Spirit in regeneration using the Word of God, provides the nourishment for growth in maturity in Christ. While practical sanctification is assured by the Word and the Spirit, it is yet imperfect in this life. There is some element of corruption in every part of the fallen nature which is the source for the war between the flesh and the Spirit. The maturing to obedience is possible for believers as they feed on the Word, submit to the Spirit of God and are in fellowship with other believers for service and encouragement (John 17:17; 1 Cor. 1:30; Rom. 6:19, 22; Heb. 10:25; 1 Pet. 2:2; 2 Pet. 1:3). So what am i Saying, First don’t listen to and russell worshiper, seek Jesus as your savior, You can, look at this in the Bible for yourselves, The scripture tells us this, The Bible is verbally inspired of God and is our infallible rule of faith and conduct. 2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21; no matter what that fool on year says as Russell lite, pale rider, or as all the other names He uses, it can take this away from a saved person, There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; Jesus’ deity, virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, death, resurrection, and exaltation. Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31; Luke 1:35; Hebrews 7:26; 1 Peter 2:22; Acts 2:22; Acts 10:38; Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; 1 Corinthians 15:4; Acts 1:9; This the Jesus that John 1:1-4 is talking about, He is that same Godhead that said Let there be Light, is Gen, 1:1- on that sunday Morning, and rest on that old Covenant Sabbath day saturday, He is the one who on that sunday morning was not in the tomb, He easter our, on the first day of the week, this Jesus is now my Lord, we have death because of such things like Russell teaches, look at this, Mankind, through voluntary sin, incurred physical and spiritual death. The men who follow this are still killing the soul and the body. Genesis 1:26, 27; Genesis 2:17; Genesis 3:6; Romans 5:12-19; God is the giver of salvation it is not through such as russell thisking, Our only hope of salvation is through faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Luke 24:47; John 3:3; Romans 10:13-15; Ephesians 2:8; Titus 2:11; Titus 3:5-7; Romans 8:16; Ephesians 4:24; Titus 2:12; Anyone will fall for Russells hogwash when they do not have The Baptism in the Holy Spirit, a subsequent experience to salvation, is for all believers. But the scripture tells us that anyone can see if a human has Him in them, Baptism in the Holy Spirit is marked by the initial, physical sign of speaking in tongues. Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 19:4-7; This is what the Bible says He is, to the Human world, and those who can receive Him.Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:1-31; Acts 8:12-17; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 11:14-16; Acts 15:7-9; When our sins are forgiven we see this in play, in our lives, Sins are forgiven through repentance and faith, resulting in a life of obedience to God. Romans 12:1-2; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:12; Hebrews 12:14; 1 Peter 1:15, 16; Romans 6:1-13; Romans 8:1-2; Romans 8:13; Galatians 2:20; Philippians 2:12-13; 1 Peter 1:5; The Final Judgment There is a final judgment where every person will receive eternal life or eternal punishment. Men today are trying to take as many to hell with them that is why Russell is so foolish. He is already gone to Hell.. Matthew 25:46; Mark 9:43-48; Revelation 19:20; Revelation 20:11-15; Revelation 21:8; For those who are still the living there is a The Blessed Hope Jesus will come again, raise the dead, and gather His followers to be with Him forever. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Romans 8:23; Titus 2:13; 1 Corinthians 15:51-52; There is only one Way, Praise God it is made so easy, to return to the truth as long as you are in the flesh as a human. Truth, and Life; no other way to heaven but through Christ. Yes, He is not around physically anymore which is why salvation is by grace through faith alone * Psalm 14:1a The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. * Psalm 107:17 Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted. * Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. * Proverbs 9:13 A foolish woman is clamorous: she is simple, and knoweth nothing. * Proverbs 10:23a It is a sport for a fool to do mischief. * Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. * Proverbs 14:9a Fools make a mock at sin. * Proverbs 17:10 A reproof entereth more into a wise man than a hundred stripes into a fool. * Proverbs 18:6a A fool’s lips enter into contention. * Proverbs 18:13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him. * Proverbs 20:3 It is an honor for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling. * Proverbs 21:20 There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up. * Proverbs 27:22 Though thou shouldest bray a fool in a mortar among wheat with a pestle, yet will not his foolishness depart from him. * Proverbs 29:9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rages or laughs, there is no rest. * Ecclesiastes 5:36 A fool’s voice is known by the multitude of his words. 2. Foolishness is a reproach to those who fall into it. * Proverbs 26:11 As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly. * Ecclesiastes 10:1 Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savor : so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honor. * Ecclesiastes 10:3 Yea, also, when he that is a fool walketh by the way, his wisdom faileth him, and he saith to everyone that he is a fool. 3. Persistently foolish children can become a disappointment to their parents. * Proverbs 10:1b A foolish son is the heaviness of his mother. * Proverbs 17:21 He that getteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy. * Proverbs 17:25 A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bears him. * Proverbs 19:13a A foolish son is the calamity of his father. 4. Foolishness is no laughing matter. * Proverbs 3:35 The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. * Proverbs 15:21 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly. * Proverbs 24:9a The thought of foolishness is sin. * Ecclesiastes 7:25 I applied my heart to know, and to search, and to seek out wisdom, and the reason for things, and to know the wickedness of folly, even of foolishness and madness. * Matthew 12:36, 37 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgement. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned. 5. Foolishness leads to mischief and ungodliness. * Proverbs 15:14b The mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness. * Ecclesiastes 10:12a, 13 The lips of a fool will swallow up himself. 13 The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness. * 2 Timothy 2:16 But shun profane and vain babblings : for they will increase unto more ungodliness. 6. Foolishness leaves us off guard, inviting accidents and trouble. Foolishness is dangerous. * Proverbs 10:8b A prating fool shall fall. * Proverbs 10:14b The mouth of the foolish is near destruction. * Proverbs 15:4 Perverseness is a breach in the spirit. * Proverbs 18:7 A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul. * Proverbs 22:3 A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished. * Proverbs 25:28 He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls. * Proverbs 26:6 He that findeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage. * Proverbs 26:18, 19 As a mad man who casteth firebrands, arrows, and death, 19 So is the man that deceiveth his neighbor, and saith, Am not I in sport? * Matthew 4:5, 6 Then the Devil taketh Him up into the holy city, and setteth Him on a pinnacle of the temple, 6 And saith unto Him, If Thou be the Son of God, cast Thyself down: for it is written, He shall give His angels charge concerning Thee: and in their hands they shall bear Thee up, lest at any time Thou dash Thy foot against a stone. 7 Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. * Mark 7:21-23 For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts … 22 foolishness: 23 All these evil things come from within, and defile the man. * 1 Peter 5:8-9a Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the Devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9 Whom resist steadfast in the faith. … 7. Foolishness warrants correction and discipline. * Proverbs 18:6b His mouth calleth for strokes. * Proverbs 22:15 Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him. * Proverbs 26:3 A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool’s back. * Proverbs 26:5 Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit. 8. Some Biblical examples of foolishness: * Matthew 7:26, 27 And every one that heareth these sayings of Mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand: 27 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it. * Matthew 24:37-39 But as the days of Noe were, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. 38 For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, 39 And knew not until the flood came, and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. * Matthew 25:1-13 Then shall the Kingdom of Heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. 2 And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. 3 They foolishly took their lamps, and took no oil with them. … 8 And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out. 9 But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. 10 And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut. … * Luke 12:19-21 And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry. 20 But God said unto him, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided? 21 So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God. 9. Take a stand against foolishness and pray for a sober, mature spirit. * Psalms 69:5, 13a, 14a O God, Thou knowest by foolishness; and my sins are not hid from Thee. 13a But as for me, my prayer is unto Thee, O Lord, in an acceptable time: 14a Deliver me out of the mire, and let me not sink. * Psalm 119:113 I hate vain thoughts: but Thy law do I love. * Proverbs 9:6 Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding. * Proverbs 14:7 Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge. * Proverbs 26:4 Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him. * 1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things. * Ephesians 5:4 Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks. * 1 Peter 1:13a Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober. Saved at last, Jessica: Praise Jesus, Praise HIS HIGH AND HOLY NAME!!! AMEN!!!

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Although your fantasies are odd you must be double fisted, those lovers u talk about never existed.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Glen needs some answers?
I love men, but I Have another Hero, and i think of Him now the i Have learned that Mankind has no soul, His name is Charles Tazi Russell, is it wrong that I want to plow Him?

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: What does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 7
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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: What does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 7
The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors; Or, Christianity Before Christ, Containing New, Startling, and Extraordinary Revelations in Religious History, which Disclose the Oriental Origin of All the Doctrines, Principles, Precepts, and Miracles of the Christian New Testament, and Furnishing a Key for Unlocking Many of Its Sacred Mysteries, Besides Comprising the History of 16 Heathen Crucified Gods is an 1875 non-fiction book written by American freethinker Kersey Graves, which asserts that Jesus was not an actual person, but was a creation largely based on earlier stories of deities or god-men saviours who had been crucified and descended to and ascended from the underworld.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: What does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 7
In the western church, Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the nominal northern-hemisphere vernal equinox. (I call it nominal because it's considered to be on March 21, rather than at the moment of the astronomical equinox.) In the eastern church, it's based on the old Julian calendar, and so sometimes is on a different date. In Lutheran Christianity, the date chosen for celebrating Easter is the archetypal adiaphoron, or a good example of a thing that doesn't matter. The reformers considered that it was more important to go along with the rest of the Christendom of the time in choosing this date, than it was to somehow get the date "right."

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » What does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 7
What does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 7 What we believe is following Doctrine, The answers are all given to us in the scriptures. To understand what God tells us about Angles, we should first take a look at and believe this, about Him, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God, the Almighty, who was and who is and who is to come.” —Revelation 4:6-8 In order to understand the scriptures, one must believe in Jesus and be trusting Him for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 10:43), and be empowered by the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 2:12-14; 1 John 2:20, 27). To answer your Question, as to Why is someone all the devil and then act like they are godly in the same action? It is because of false teaching. To an elder this is where we need to be in His work on this earth, the person can help but come back to us, in the work of Jesus as the savior, and Christ on this earth, through this action of hate to him is how we know we are doing His will. Remember this is what we have been told, John 15:18 If the world hates you, understand that it hates God, . .. “NOTE” From the elder. ( See you on facebook– and the web site, To comment, On post, ( The new password is Jesus is the Lord *7) Email us for help!!! For money to buy food, or pay bills, used *** LORD you will need you to give your Email-.)*** Thank you for you offerings, of prase, for all the post, and yes when you have someone going at you because of Jesus, it is is the proof that you are doing the things God wants you to do, with hate as a Reply make us all forsure working for Christ if we were not working and calling Jesus Lord, it would not be coming at us, I think of it as a blessing, it makes me stronger. When we say this it is because the Bible tells it is the truth, read this, The One True God There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; The Lord Jesus Christ is already a savior. He is the Lord. He already has come in that virgin birth, lived a sinless life, showed the world miracles, saw death, already the Easter Jesus in the resurrection, And will come again.Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31; Luke 1:35; Hebrews 7:26; 1 Peter 2:22; Acts 2:22; Acts 10:38; Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; 1 Corinthians 15:4; Acts 1:9; Forgiveness is very much needed, but has already been redeemed. This is because of the sinfulness of man, this proof that mankind was created in the image and likeness of God, in innocence and without sin. It is sinfulness, that causes this, Fall but it was The Christmas, Easter Jesus, wo redeemed all of Mankind from that fall, As a whosoever all people as John 3:16 give us all that choice to receive that Sanctification of Believers Sins are forgiven through repentance and faith, resulting in a life of obedience to God. Romans 12:1-2; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:12; Hebrews 12:14; 1 Peter 1:15, 16; Romans 6:1-13; Romans 8:1-2; Romans 8:13; Galatians 2:20; Philippians 2:12-13; 1 Peter 1:5; As a church, The Faith Center has adopted the following as its Statements of Fundamental Truths and Doctrine: Alway understand that, The Bible is the inspired Word of God and the revealed Will of God (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 1 Peter 1:23-25; Heb. 4:12). The pure truth is, There is one true Godhead composed of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All are co-equal and co-eternal (Matt. 28:19; 1 John 5:7). Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, is the second member of the Godhead (Is. 9:6; John 1:1, 14). Man was created in God’s image. By voluntary transgression, he fell, and his only hope of redemption is in Jesus Christ, the Son of God (Gen. 1:26-31, 3:1-7; Rom. 5:12-21). Salvation of Man is God’s work through the Christmas, Easter Jesus only, (a) Man’s only hope of redemption is through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. On the cross, Jesus Christ became sin and sickness, providing both salvation and healing for all mankind (Psalm 103:3). If anyone was not saved through Jesus they are not saved at all. This salvation comes by Repentience, and believing in your heart that God raised Jesus from the dead and confessing with your mouth, Jesus as Lord (Rom. 3:24, 10:8-10). (b) The inward evidence, to the believer, is the direct witness of the spirit (Rom. 8:16). Proof of God’s forgiveness is The outward evidence to all men is a life of true holiness and love (1 John 3:23; John 13:35). (c) Salvation is by faith in Jesus Christ and not by human works; however our works are evidence of our faith and will determine our rewards in eternity (Acts 16:3; Rom. 10:9-10, 14:10-12; 2 Cor. 5:10; Eph. 2:8-9; Titus 3:5-7; James 2:18). Baptism in water is a declaration to the world that a believer has died with Christ and that they have been raised with Him to walk in the newness of life (Matt. 28:19; Acts 10:47-48; Rom. 6:4). The celebration of the Lord’s Supper by eating of the bread and drinking of the cup is a remembrance of Jesus (1 Cor. 11:24-30). All believers are entitled to, and should ardently expect and earnestly seek, the promise of the Father, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, according to the command of Jesus Christ. This is seeking Sanctification, With this comes the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowment of gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry. This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-8; 2:38-39, 10:44-46, 11:14-16, 15:7-9; 1 Cor. 12:1-31). The Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit: The full consummation of the Baptism of believers in the Holy Spirit is evidenced by the initial physical sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance and by the subsequent manifestation of spiritual power in public testimony and service (Acts 2:4, 10:44-46, 19:2, 6, 1:8). The Church is the Body of Christ. Each believer is an integral part (Eph. 1:22, 2:19-22; Heb. 12:23). Total Prosperity God does bless His people, look for it, be ready to receive it, it is not so someone can give to Elders, or Preachers, but it is for the people who God loves, and it will be real. Remember no one can out Give God, but the preacher is not God. God wants us to live like this!!!! (a) Spiritual (John 3:3, 11; 2 Cor. 5:17-21; Rom. 10:9-10) (b) Mental sound, (2 Tim. 1:7; Rom. 12:1; Is. 26:3) (c) Physical well, (Is. 53:4, 5; Matt. 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24) (d) Financial with what we have need of, (3 John 1:2; Mal. 3: 10-11; Luke 6:38; 2 Cor. 9:6-10; Deut. 28:1-14) (e) Social free, with free choice. (Prov. 3:4) Blessed Hope: Jesus is coming again to gather all His Saints to Heaven (1 Cor. 15:51-52; 1 Thess. 4:16-17; 2 Thess. 2:1). Those who have not accepted the redemptive work of Jesus Christ will suffer eternal separation from the Godhead. They will burn in the lake of fire (Rev.19:20, 20:10-15). There will be His Reign, that, of the Christmes Jesus: The return of our Lord Jesus Christ with His Saints from Heaven to rule and reign for 1, 000 years on earth as the Scripture promised (Rom. 11:25, 27; 2 Thess. 1:7; Rev. 19:11-16, 20:1-7). After this, there will be a new heaven and a new earth (Rev. 21). Evilness can help but come for more of God’s word even when it brings Hate, we know we have their attention, because they are still coming at us, they can’t help it, it is where we need to be in the work of God on this earth. following Jesus is a lifelong journey. Jesus has given you a new life, and we’re here to help you walk with Him. – John 20:31 In Adam’s sin the race fell, inherited a sinful nature, became spiritually dead and alienated from God. As a result, man is a sinner by nature, imputation, and practice. Man, of himself, is incapable of remedying his lost and depraved12 condition (Gen. 1:26; 3:1-24; Rom. 3:10-18; 5:12; Eph. 2:1-3). God sends Preachers, Romans 10:14-16, so they will know, He says how would they know? Throughout the New Testament, the pattern of the Christians is to meet in local congregations but no one is above the other. Acts 2:46; 1 Corinthians 14:26; Ephesians 4:16; 1 Timothy 3:15). The Holy Spirit is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin; we are not a savior, only Jesus is that savior. anytime someone starts trouble with you it is because they are under the devils, power, Because that He, The Holy Ghost, alone brings new life, and the humanness of them is seeking help, to those who are spiritually dead; this is their only way to cry for help, so that He baptizes them in a release, (or places) all believers into the one true All Christian all New Covenant, which is the Body of Christ His church; This is the deep from God calling to the deep within, so that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of Christ return, He is the only way anyone can have His, bestowing of that spiritual gifts placed upon them, with out is they can’t have any (control) over what they say, those who are yielding to Him are like this, (John 3:3-8; 16:7-11; 1 Cor. 12:13; John 14:16, 17; Eph. 4:30; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Eph. 5:18). Our Core Beliefs are where we say we Believe, and live it out. First we believe the Bible—the inspired and trustworthy word of God—serves as our final authority in establishing God’s revealed truth and guidance for living. We seek to derive all of our foundational Christian beliefs from Scripture, and affirm all of the central truths that have always characterized the Christian faith. These include beliefs such as the following: We believe in one God—Father, Son, and Spirit—whom we worship and glorify (Matt 28:19; Acts 17:29; 1 Cor 8:6; 2 Cor 13:13). We believe in the Father Almighty, maker of heaven, earth, and all things in them—visible and invisible (1 Cor 8:6; Rev 1:8). We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s Son, our Lord, by whom all things were made (John 1:1-3; 3:16; Rom 1:3-4; 1 Cor 8:6; 12:3; Phil 2:9; Col 1:16). For us and our salvation, he came down from heaven, was incarnate and made man—conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary (Matt 1:16, 18-25; Lk 1:26- 35; John 1:14; 3:16; 6:51; Phil 2:5-7 ). He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. On the third day he rose again, according to the Scriptures (Matt 28:5; John 19:1-6, 41; Acts 4:27-28; 1 Cor 15:3-4; 1 Thess 4:14). He ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again, with glory, to judge the living and the dead (Acts 1:2, 9-11; 2:33; 5:31; 10:42; 17:31; Eph 1:20-21; 1 Thess 1:10; 4:14-17; 2 Thess 1:10; 2 Tim 4:1, 8). We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of life (Job 33:4; John 6:63; Acts 5:3-4, 9; Rom 8:2, 6, 10-11; 2 Cor 3:6, 17-18; Gal 6:8; Rev 2:7; 22:17). We believe in one holy and universal church, built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, and the teaching of the Apostles (Matt 16:18; Acts 2:42; 20:28; Rom 16:16; 1 Cor 1:2; 3:11; 12:13; Eph 1:22-23; 2:16, 19-22; 4:11-16; 5:27; Col 1:18). We believe in the communion and fellowship of all Christian saints—with Christ and one another (Acts 2:42- 44; 4:32; 1 Cor 10:16; 2 Cor 13:13; Eph 2:13-21; Phil 2:1; 1 John 1:3, 7). We believe in one baptism for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38; 22:16; Rom 6:1-11; Eph 4:5; Col 2:11-13; 1 Pet 3:21). We believe in the resurrection of the dead and life everlasting in the world to come (Dan 12:2; Matt 25:46; John 3:15-16; 5:28-29; 6:40, 54; 10:28; Acts 4:2; 24:15; Rom 6:5, 22-23; 1 Cor 6:14; 15:12-58; 2 Cor 4:14; Rev 21:1-5; 22:5). Our Core Values as saved people should be like this. We all value life. We believe God not only made the world, but loves the world. We aim to love all that God has made, and treat every person as a unique and precious gift from God. We value love. We believe Christians are to be known by our love, as we show the fruit of the Spirit, and live by the Golden rule. We value truth. We believe all truth is God’s truth, and thus we have nothing to fear from investigation. The Christian intellectual tradition is “faith seeking understanding, ” and we will endeavor to welcome true teaching while we model integrity and truth-telling—to the glory of God. We value goodness. We believe Christians are bound by the highest code of ethics. We seek to avoid every evil vice and cling to what is noble, virtuous, and good—to the glory of God. We value beauty. We believe the beautiful, like the good, is a way of knowing God. For this reason we do not shun or minimize aesthetic beauty, but relish it, and seek to cultivate an appreciation for true beauty in the arts, in nature, and in life. We value education. We believe that knowledge is power, and crucial for the development of whole persons and a healthy society. Since knowledge is a tool that can be used for great good or great evil, we believe every discipline is essential, and every student should be given a liberal arts education in which they learn how to connect all of life with a discerning knowledge of God. We value community. We believe God intended for humanity to exist in community, to learn from one another, encourage one another, and grow together. We consider Mars Hill to be a community, in which students and faculty learn together, worship together, serve together, and grow together. We value family. We believe a stable home is vital for the health and well-being of every child. To this end, we seek to partner with parents in the holistic education of their children, and to encourage healthy habits that nurture, sustain, and improve family relationships. Until next time the Elder. See you on the church web, please Give your comments, Your brother in Christ Jesus.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: My confession
What about getting me head?

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: My confession
Just say it Jesus is the Lord, this make a person Christian, and then people will believe You are talking about God and the God head, this will take Russell-ism out of you and set you free

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » My confession
I'm attracted to the "elders" wife, every time I see his post I dream of how she's reading them to me on her Obama phone while we slam a bottle of communion wine & smoke on some god given green vegetation, we then pull some "Mushrooms" from camel turds & take the magic carpet ride... When we was at the peak of our mountain climb she swore she was Lucy in the sky with diamonds.

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I wonder if bill Clinton wet there?

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » No other name but Jesus, just say it, !
Can't say it can you if some one is Cristian they can say it, easy, but to be saved all of us has to Acts 4:12 Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no. ..other, Russel'ism will not say Jesus is Lord/

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: A Head of time bible study!
Just say Jesus is the Lord, if you do people will not be saying you are all about Russel's ism, say it and they will believe you are Christian, look here, God the Father to be the first person of the Trinity. As part of the Trinity, God the Father is distinct both in His relationship to the other members of the Godhead and in His works as part of the Trinity. Although all works of God are the acts of a Triune God, some acts are especially ascribed to the Father, such as creation8 (Eph. 3:9; Heb. 12:9), election (1 Pet. 1:2; Eph. 1:4), redemption (John 6:37; 17:4-7), and the predetermining of all things (Eph. 1:5; John 5:30). God the Father is also distinct in that He is seen as the Father of the second member of the Trinity (John 1:18; 14:13) and the spiritual Father of all who believe in Him (Matt. 5:45; 1 John 3:1).

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Having Bible study with the Elder.
Having Bible study with the Elder. The water is very cold in a Bath county Ky. creek is the february weather, But God said water so they came for the water, the clergy only stand in the water, we can’t save anyone, and when four more can and said they did not have to anymore, to an Elder, what joy that words bring, because it is proof on a God given new Beginning, where This Christmas, Easter Jesus has been at work again, it is This Jesus that make some one more that what they are coming from, more than what they have done, and more that what has been done to them, if anyone wants more God to the savior, He is waiting for anyone. These four had come for the water, but with proof of forgiveness, in short they had done this just as you can and anyone can. Admit you are a sinner: "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;" (Romans 3:23) Be willing to turn from sin (repent): Jesus said: "I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish." (Luke 13:5) Believe that Jesus Christ died for you, was buried, and rose from the dead: "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." (Romans 10:9) Through prayer, invite Jesus into your life to become your personal Savior: "For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." (Romans 10:10) Remember this, the God who is real, is The God of the Bible is the one and only true God. He is the greatest of all beings. He depends on no other being for His existence. He exists eternally as one God in three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—a mystery beyond our understanding, but not a contradiction. He plans and acts according to His own good pleasure. He “works all things according to the counsel of His will” (Eph. 1:11). God created the world and acts in it today in accordance with His own perfect, holy, good, and loving plan, in accordance with His own good pleasure. In the same way that this perfectly good God created everything according to His own purposes, so He has acted to save people who have rebelled against Him. This action, too, is not because of anything external compelling Him, but it is “according to His great mercy” that “He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Pet. 1:3). It is not up to men. To be saved through Jesus Christ is a profound and personal experience.Confess That Jesus Christ is the Son of God You must confess that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. (Romans 10:9-10) Note that you do NOT need to make Jesus “Lord of your life.” Why? Because Jesus is already Lord of your life whether or not you have obeyed his gospel. Indeed, we obey him, not to make him Lord, but because he already is Lord. (Acts 2:36) Also, no one in the Bible was ever told to just “accept Jesus as your personal savior.” We must confess that Jesus is the Son of God, but, as with faith and repentance, confession alone does not save. (Matthew 7:21) an unsaved person won't say Jesus is Lord, and savior. Once you are forgiven then you are saved, God adds you to his church and writes your name in the Book of Life. (Acts 2:47; Philippians 4:3) To continue in God’s grace, you must continue to serve God faithfully until death. Unless they remain faithful, those who are in God’s grace will fall from grace, and those whose names are in the Book of Life will have their names blotted out of that book. (Revelation 2:10; Revelation 3:5; Galatians 5:4) It is all about Jesus, and there is not any such thing as a man who is the boss over anyone’s salvation in the Bible. It’s about acknowledging our sins, embracing God’s forgiveness, and entering into a personal relationship with Jesus. A troubled jailer in the first century once asked two Christian leaders, “what must I do to be saved? ” (Acts 16:30). This in fact is the most important question that anyone can ask. We are troubled not only by the evils of our world but also by our own faults. We often feel guilty for those words and deeds that our own consciences tell us are wrong. We probably sense that we deserve God's judgment, not his favor. What can be done—or what has been done—to rescue us from our helpless situation? We begin our answer by offering an overview of God's plan and his work to bring salvation, followed by a more detailed unpacking of these truths. The bible fact is God's Plan To openly give the choice to everyone, it is not about elders, Preachers, it is all about Jesus as the Lord and Him already the Savior.!!! GOD'S HAS ALREADY DONE HIS PART!!! 1. The great love of God for man (John 3:16) 2. He gave His Son, Jesus Christ, as the Saviour (Luke 19:10) 3. Sent the Holy Spirit as a guide (John 16:13) 4. Gave the Gospel as "the power" unto salvation (Romans 1:16) 5. Provided atonement by the blood of Christ (Romans 5:9) THERE IS A CHOICE IN MANKINDS, PART!!! 1. Hear the Gospel. (Romans 10:17, John 8:32) 2. Believe the Gospel (Hebrews 11:6, John 20:31) 3. Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, Acts 17:30) 4. Confess faith in Jesus Christ (Romans 10:10, Matthew 10:32) 5. Be Baptized (Galatians 3:27, Mark 16:16, Acts 2:38) 6. Be faithful unto death (Revelation 2:10) God has done His part; anyone can make that choice of John 3:16 and come to God the way God says. 1. Recognition of Sin & Repentance Is what God is standing at the door and Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If. .. Behold, I stand at the door and knock: if any man hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Recognizing our sinful nature and the need for forgiveness and turning away from sin with a genuine desire to change. “Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, ” Acts 3:19 we must REPENT. In Luke 13:3, Jesus says, "Unless ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish." In Acts 2, Peter preaches the first gospel sermon, in which he explains to everyone who Jesus is and the horrific crime they had committed in putting Him to death. We can pick up the story in verse 37; "Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and the rest of the Apostles 'men and brethren what shall we do? ' Then Peter said unto them, Repent..." 2. Belief in Jesus He is already the savior, that Christmas Gift from above, Luke 2:1-22-. Trusting completely in what Jesus has done to save you through His life, death and resurrection. Because He is the Easter Jesus, that same person that John 1:1-4 say was there as said Let there be light, on that sunday morning, and the same one who rested the Seven days latter, the same one who the Grave could not keep, and Easter out on that new beginning morning, of Easter Sunday of 30 AD., If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:9 3. Receiving Jesus Allowing the work of Jesus to transform your life from the inside out. “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name.” John 1:12 Responding to The Gospel Responding to the Gospel is a personal journey of faith, which begins with a sincere conversation with God inviting Jesus into our lives. Here’s a guide to help you in this significant step: “Lord Jesus, I confess that I have sinned against You. I turn from my sin right now. I believe that You died on the cross to pay the penalty for my sins. I receive You as the Lord and Savior of my life. I give my life to You. In Jesus’ name, amen.” If you have sincerely turned away from your sin, put your faith in Christ, and called on His name to save you, then, according to the Bible, you’re a Christian! Connecting with a community of believers, engaging in prayer, and studying the scriptures are essential steps in growing in faith and understanding of the Gospel. Mankind Is Invited!!! Matthew 11:28-30 – “Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Revelation 22:17 – “And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is a thirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.” So let no man take you from Jesus as the lord and only savior, 1 Timothy 1:15 - Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. Romans 5:8 - But God demonstrates his own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Jesus is the Only Way to Be Saved John 14:6 - Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Acts 4:11-12 - This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone. And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. 2 Corinthians 5:21 -Christ never sinned but God put our sin on Him. Then we are made right with God because of what Christ has done for us. Ephesians 2:1-10 - As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath. But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Titus 3:5 - He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit. Hebrews 10:22 - Let us go right into the presence of God with sincere hearts fully trusting him. For our guilty consciences have been sprinkled with Christ’s blood to make us clean, and our bodies have been washed with pure water. Until next time the Elder your servant and brother in the Lord..

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: A Head of time bible study!
Yes but just say it Jesus it the Lord.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: A Head of time bible study!
The student is not above the teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like their teacher. Evidently your teacher was forest Gump.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: A Head of time bible study!
ELDER : YOU are so full of crap, here read this you ignorant s.o.b. Then if you don't understand it, THAT means you ARE stupid... . 1 “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. 3 “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? 4 How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye, ’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? 5 You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. Read Chapter All Versions Luke 6:37-42 37 “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” 39 He also told them this parable: “Can the blind lead the blind? Will they not both fall into a pit? 40 The student is not above the teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like their teacher. 41 “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? 42 How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye, ’ when you yourself fail to see the plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. Step into my confession booth little boy! DO IT!

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Why is someone all the devil and then act like they are godly in the same action? To an elder this is where we need to be in His work on this earth, the person can help but come back to us, in the work of Jesus as the savior, and Christ on this earth, through this action of hate to him is how we know we are doing His will. Remember this is what we have been told, John 15:18 If the world hates you, understand that it hates God, . .. From the elder. Thank you for you offerings, and yes when you have someone going at you because of Jesus, is is proof the you are doing the things God wants you to do, with hate Reply is make us all forsure working for Christ if we were not it would not be coming at us, I think of it as a blessing, it makes me stronger. This is because of the sinfulness of man, this proof that mankind was created in the image and likeness of God, in innocence and without sin. It is sinfulness, that causes this, Evilness can help but come for more of God’s word even when it brings Hate, we know we have their attention, because they are still coming at us, they can’t help it, it is where we need to be in the work of God on this earth. In Adam’s sin the race fell, inherited a sinful nature, became spiritually dead and alienated from God. As a result, man is a sinner by nature, imputation, and practice. Man, of himself, is incapable of remedying his lost and depraved12 condition (Gen. 1:26; 3:1-24; Rom. 3:10-18; 5:12; Eph. 2:1-3). God sends Preachers, Romans 10:14-16, so they will know, He says how would they know? The Holy Spirit is the Divine Person who convicts the world of sin; we are not a savior, only Jesus is that savior. anytime someone starts trouble with you it is because they are under the devils, power, Because that He, The Holy Ghost, alone brings new life, and the humanness of them is seeking help, to those who are spiritually dead; this is their only way to cry for help, so that He baptizes them in a release, (or places) all believers into the one true All Christian all New Covenant, which is the Body of Christ His church; This is the deep from God calling to the deep within, so that He indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of Christ return, He is the only way anyone can have His, bestowing of that spiritual gifts placed upon them, with out is they can’t have any (control) over what they say, those who are yielding to Him are like this, (John 3:3-8; 16:7-11; 1 Cor. 12:13; John 14:16, 17; Eph. 4:30; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Eph. 5:18). Until next time the Elder.

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The elder is telling people about Jesus as the Lord, you are trying to bring the people of bath count under, Russell, we see it must burn you all the way down to hell, when He say Jesus is the only Lord, or when He says those word like the Christmas, Easter Jesus, Russell- ism is like a dog fart, or the God of it is, Russelsheim the cult, the false anti Christian, you can’t say is can you Jesus Christ is the only way to Heaven, the only way to God, there is a soul in mankind, Russellism is a counterfeit which seeks to have itself accepted in lieu of real Christianity. It is unbelief and materialism masquerading under the guise of the true religion.You are just all of them working on the same theory, quoting proof- texts, building on words and phrases. But never accept Jesus as lord, you are no more than a heap of religious verbiage." a fool, for sure.

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Step into my confession booth.

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Elder Berry?

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What's your real name? Why hide? Are you AFRAID? oh your name is "elder"? Lol don't be scared, TELL THE TRUTH!

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John 15:18 If the world hates you, understand that it hated. ..

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Oh I forgot, asking for a friend

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Does this mean I must masturbate my neighbor?

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8. False teaching can come from apostates and deviant teachers within the church. False teachers from “among the people.. . secretly bring in destructive heresies” (2 Pet. 2:1). Jesus warned about false prophets from among the people who outwardly come in “sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves” (Matt. 7:15). Paul blames the Galatian conflict on false teachers who had covertly entered their ranks: “This matter arose because some false brothers had infiltrated our ranks to spy on the freedom we have in Christ Jesus in order to enslave us” (Gal. 2:4 CSB). Some of the false teachers addressed in the Pastoral Epistles appear to be former coworkers of Paul and on edefeed.

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Quote from moron elder "It would not be ungodly to take this person to court, the courts of today is for free speech, but the person, must have checks in what they say, if the children need to get help, that person will have pay for it". Too bad your mom didn't get help aborting your dumbas

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The "elder" sounds a lot like our famous Dr, now he's deciding what's "ungodly" haaaa what a dip chet Get the he11 out of my confession booth.

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Sound like D.

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What does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # ^6– note, with 17 people seeking Baptism here is Friday’s bible study, for 2-2-2024 so we can keep going. 17 people in one family, this is very unusual. —-Easy learning one subject at a time The scriptures, as real!!! Rev. Elder Simon Kidd daily short to the point Bible studies, for all of us. What about Doctrine, The answers are all given to us in the scriptures. To understand what God tells us about Angles, we should first take a look at and believe this, about Him, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God, the Almighty, who was and who is and who is to come.” —Revelation 4:6-8 In order to understand the scriptures, one must believe in Jesus and be trusting Him for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 10:43), and be empowered by the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 2:12-14; 1 John 2:20, 27). This Is the Foundation Ephesians 2:20; I Corinthians 3:11 Christ Governs, and is boss Ephesians 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6 God Admits the Members, and all saved people are His. I Corinthians 12:13-18 tells us that Sin Puts You Out of favor of God and His church in you as we read about is in Romans 11:22; Exodus 32:33 Only the Saved Are Members John 15:2-6 Membership Is Offered to All Revelation 22:17 Final Rewards Revelation 20:12-15; 21:3-4; 22:14 Bible Name of the Church, what the bible calls it, Acts 20:28; Galatians 1:13; John 17:11 We are to be the same Church of God but of the New Covenant " and the Church can be anywhere Matt 18:20. Because God calls His people. Exodus 19:5, 6; Psalm 22:22; Matthew 16:13-19; 28:19, 20; Acts 1:8; 2:42-47; 7:38; 20:28; Romans 8:14-17: 1 Corinthians 3:16, 17; 12:12-31; 2 Corinthians 6:6-18; Ephesians 2:19-22; 3:9, 21; Philippians 3:10; Hebrews 2:12; 1 Peter 2:9; 1 John 1:6, 7; Revelation 21:2, 9; 22:17. Saved people are To promulgate the Gospel of Jesus Christ by all scriptural means, both at home and abroad; when they can, but their money under the all Christian all New Covenant of Christ as the Lord, was To promote Christian fellowship among its members; God’s saved people are those Members no matter where they worship, or even if they never go to a church congregation assembly. We can be about the establish assemblies for divine worship and to develop them in general and we should be. What should we Teach as Doctrine? Below are just a few doctrines we should teach! New Covenant, Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13, Ordinance! The seven Ordinance to the saved people of God., Repentance with Sanctification of forgiveness Baptism Holy Living Laying on of hands Communion Washing of Feet. Blessing of little Children. 1. The Scriptures Inspired The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21). 2. The One True God The one true God has revealed himself as the eternally self-existent “I AM, ” the Creator of heaven and earth and the Redeemer of mankind. He has further revealed himself as embodying the principles of relationship and association as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22). The Adorable Godhead is revealed in the Scripture. As one God in three persons. Terms Defined The terms trinity and persons, as related to the godhead, while not found in the Scriptures, are words in harmony with Scripture, whereby we may convey to others our immediate understanding of the doctrine of Christ respecting the Being of God, as distinguished from “gods many and lords many.” We therefore may speak with propriety of the Lord our God, who is One Lord, as a Trinity or as one Being of three persons, and still be absolutely scriptural (examples, Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; John 14:16, 17). Distinction and Relationship in the Godhead Christ taught a distinction of persons in the godhead which He expressed in specific terms of relationship, as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, but that this distinction and relationship, as to its mode is inscrutable and incomprehensible, because unexplained (Luke 1:35; 1 Corinthians 1:24; Matthew 11:25-27; 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; 1 John 1:3, 4). Unity of the One Being of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Accordingly, therefore, there is that in the Father which constitutes Him the Father and not the Son; there is that in the Son which constitutes Him the Son and not the Father; and there is that in the Holy Spirit which constitutes Him the Holy Spirit and not either the Father or the Son. Wherefore, the Father is the Begetter; the Son is the Begotten; and the Holy Spirit is the One proceeding from the Father and the Son. Therefore, because these three persons in the godhead are in a state of unity, there is but one Lord God Almighty and His name one (John 1:18; 15:26; 17:11, 21; Zechariah 14:9). Can we learn what God says about Repentance? Mark 1:15; Luke 13:3; Acts 3:19. is what Jesus does when we come as God calls in John 3:16 Justification. Romans 5:1; Titus 3:7. Is what Jesus has done for us all. Job 25:4. Acts 13:39.-Romans 3:24-28.-Acts 5:1-9-Acts 8:30.-Gal. 2:16.-1 Cor. 6:11. Regeneration. Titus 3:5. New birth. John 3:3; 1 Peter 1:23; 1 John 3:9. Identity and Cooperation in the Godhead The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are never identical as to person; nor confused as to relation; nor divided in respect to the godhead; nor opposed as to cooperation. The Son is in the Father and the Father is in the Son as to relationship. The Son is with the Father and the Father is with the Son, as to fellowship. The Father is not from the Son, but the Son is from the Father, as to authority. The Holy Spirit is from the Father and the Son proceeding, as to nature, relationship, cooperation, and authority. Hence, no person in the godhead either exists or works separately or independently of the others (John 5:17-30, 32, 37; 8:17, 18). The Title, Lord Jesus Christ The appellation Lord Jesus Christ is a proper name. It is never applied in the New Testament either to the Father or to the Holy Spirit. It therefore belongs exclusively to the Son of God (Romans 1:1-3, 7; 2 John 3). The Lord Jesus Christ, God With Us The Lord Jesus Christ, as to His divine and eternal nature, is the proper and only Begotten of the Father, but as to His human nature, He is the proper Son of Man. He is, therefore, acknowledged to be both God and man; who because He is God and man, is “Immanuel, ” God with us (Matthew 1:23; 1 John 4:2, 10, 14; Revelation 1:13, 17). The Title, Son of God Since the name Immanuel embraces both God and man, in the one person, our Lord Jesus Christ, it follows that the title Son of God describes His proper deity, and the title Son of Man, His proper humanity. Therefore, the title Son of God belongs to the order of eternity, and the title Son of Man to the order of time (Matthew 1:21-23; 2 John 3; 1 John 3:8; Hebrews 7:3; 1:1-13). Therefore, to deny that the Father is a real and eternal Father, and that the Son is a real and eternal Son, is a denial of the distinction and relationship in the Being of God; a denial of the Father and the Son; and a displacement of the truth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh (2 John 9; John 1:1, 2, 14, 18, 29, 49; 1 John 2:22, 23; 4:1-5; Hebrews 12:2) Exaltation of Jesus Christ as Lord The Son of God, our Lord Jesus Christ, having by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high, angels and principalities and powers having been made subject unto Him. And having been made both Lord and Christ, He sent the Holy Spirit that we, in the name of Jesus, might bow our knees and confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father until the end, when the Son shall become subject to the Father that God may be all in all (Hebrews 1:3; 1 Peter 3:22; Acts 2:32-36; Romans 14:11; 1 Corinthians 15:24-28). Equal Honor to the Father and to the Son We should seek forgiveness so we can have Sanctification that is subsequent to justification. Romans 5:2; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Hebrews 13:12. The walk of Humans who are saved in Holiness. Luke 1:75; 1 Thessalonians 4:7; Hebrews 12:14. Forgiven people will seek Water baptism. Matthew 28:19; Mark 1:9, 10; John 3:22, 23; Acts 8:36, 38. That forgiveness that comes to Humans, is Baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to cleansing; the given of power for service. Matthew 3:11; Luke 24:49, 53; Acts 1:4-8. If we don’t have Equal Honor to the Father and to the Son Wherefore, since the Father has delivered all judgment unto the Son, it is not only the express duty of all in heaven and on earth to bow the knee, but it is an unspeakable joy in the Holy Spirit to ascribe unto the Son all the attributes of deity, and to give Him all the honor and the glory contained in all the names and titles of the godhead except those which express relationship. So, thus honor the Son even as we honor the Father (John 5:22, 23; 1 Peter 1:8; Revelation 5:6-14; Philippians 2:8, 9; Revelation 7:9, 10; 4:8-11). The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. The Scriptures declare: (a) His virgin birth (Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31, 35). (b) His sinless life (Hebrews 7:26; 1 Peter 2:22). (c) His miracles (Acts 2:22; 10:38). (d) His substitutionary work on the cross (1 Corinthians 15:3; 2 Corinthians 5:21) . His bodily resurrection from the dead (Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39;1 Corinthians 15:4). His exaltation to the right hand of God (Acts 1:9, 11; 2:33; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 1:3). The Fall of Man Man is very clear in the bible, mankind was created good and upright; for God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.” However, man by voluntary transgression fell and thereby incurred not only physical death but also spiritual death, which is separation from God (Genesis 1:26, 27; 2:17; 3:6; Romans 5:12-19). The Salvation of Man Man’s only hope of redemption is through the shed blood of Jesus Christ the Son of God. (a) Conditions to Salvation. Salvation is received through repentance toward God and faith toward the Lord Jesus Christ. By the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, being justified by grace through faith, man becomes an heir of God according to the hope of eternal life (Luke 24:47; John 3:3; Romans 10:13- 15; Ephesians 2:8; Titus 2:11; 3:5-7). The Evidence of Salvation because one has been sanctified with forgiveness. This is The inward evidence of salvation is the direct witness of the Spirit (Romans 8:16). The outward evidence to all men is a life of righteousness and true holiness (Ephesians 4:24; Titus 2:12). When a human is truly sanctify Thus they declare to the world that they have died with Christ and that they also have been raised with Him to walk in the newness of life (Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:16; Acts 10:47, 48; Romans 6:4). Holy Communion. The Lord’s Supper, consisting of the elements—bread and the fruit of the vine wine, — is the symbol expressing our sharing the divine nature of our Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 1:4); a memorial of His The speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives utterance or as He needs, and as the initial evidence of the baptism in the Holy Ghost. John 15:26; Acts 2:4; 10:44-46; 19:1-7., if one is saved one will be shown as to it as the truth. The Church. Exodus 19:5, 6; Psalm 22:22; Matthew 16:13-19; 28:19, 20; Acts 1:8; 2:42-47; 7:38; 20:28; Romans 8:14-17: 1 Corinthians 3:16, 17; 12:12-31; 2 Corinthians 6:6-18; Ephesians 2:19-22; 3:9, 21; Philippians 3:10; Hebrews 2:12; 1 Peter 2:9; 1 John 1:6, 7; Revelation 21:2, 9; 22:17. Spiritual gifts. 1 Corinthians 12:1, 7, 10, 28, 31; 1 Corinthians 14:1. Signs following believers. Mark 16:17-20; Romans 15:18, 19; Hebrews 2:4. Fruit of the Spirit. Romans 6:22; Galatians 5:22, 23; Ephesians 5:9; Philippians 1:11. Divine healing provided for all in the Atonement. Psalm 103:3; Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8:17; James 5:14-16; 1 Peter 2:24. The Lord's Supper. Luke 22:17-20; 1 Corinthians 11 : 2 3 - 2 6. Washing the saints' feet. John 13:4-17; 1 Timothy 5:9, 10. But NO TITHING FOR THE NEW COVENANT PEOPLE!! giving of an offering only . Genesis 14:18-20; 28:20-22; Malachi 3:10; Luke 11:42 ; 1 Corinthians 16:2 ; 2 Corinthians 9:6-9 ; Hebrews 7:1-21. Restitution where possible. Matthew 3:8; Luke 19:8, 9. Premillennial second coming of Jesus. suffering and death (1 Corinthians 11:26); and a prophecy of His second coming (1 Corinthians 11:26); and is enjoined on all believers “till He come! ” No one can take this out of the Bible, The Baptism in the Holy Spirit All believers are entitled to and should ardently expect and earnestly seek the promise of the Father, the baptism in the Holy Spirit and fire, according to the command of our Lord Jesus Christ. This was the normal experience of all in the early all Christian all new Covenant church. With it comes the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowment of the gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4, 8; 1 Corinthians 12:1- 31). Every person who God saves is now in the priesthood of God. This experience of sanctification is distinct proof, and subsequent to the experience of the new birth (Acts 8:12-17; 10:44- 46; 11:14-16; 15:7-9). With the baptism in the Holy Spirit come such experiences as an overflowing fullness of the Spirit (John 7:37-39; Acts 4:8), a deepened reverence for God (Acts 2:43; Hebrews 12:28), an intensified consecration to God and dedication to His work (Acts 2:42), and a more active love for Christ, for His Word, and for the lost (Mark 16:20). The Initial Physical Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit The baptism of believers in the Holy Spirit is witnessed by the initial physical sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit of God gives them utterance (Acts 2:4). The speaking in tongues in this instance is the same in essence as the gift of tongues (1 Corinthians 12:4-10, 28), but different in purpose and use. Sanctification Sanctification is an act of separation from that which is evil, and only God can do that for you, men have no power over your sins, Take them to God for His forgiveness where they are dedicated unto God for that repentance He alone has given this world as long as we are human.in the flesh it is for us. (Romans 12:1, 2; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:12). Danger is if we don’t do it, Scriptures teach a life of “holiness without which no man shall see the Lord” (Hebrews 12:14). By the power of the Holy Spirit we are able to obey the command: “Be ye holy, for I am holy” (1 Peter 1:15, 16). Sanctification is realized in the believer by recognizing his identification with Christ in His death and resurrection, Jesus as the redeemer, and by faith reckoning daily upon the fact of that union, and by offering every faculty continually to the dominion of the Holy Spirit (Romans 6:1-11, 13; 8:1, 2, 13; Galatians 2:20; Philippians 2:12, 13; 1 Peter 1:5). The Church who are the saved people, and their Mission, is very clear, The Church is the body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of her Great Commission. Each believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven (Ephesians 1:22, 23; 2:22; Hebrews 12:23). Since God’s purpose concerning man is to seek and to save that which is lost, to be worshiped by man, to build a body of believers in the image of His Son, and to demonstrate His love and compassion for all the world, the priority reason for being of the people of God are in part the Church and if you do not have a say in your congregation, it is not your church place before heaven. God does not have His people under a Lordship clergy. (a) To be an agency of God for evangelizing the world one has to be called and not do their own thing, (Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19, 20; Mark 16:15, 16). (b) To be a corporate body in which man may worship God (1 Corinthians 12:13). It has to be in God we trust, and under God we stand. (c) To be a channel of God’s purpose to build a body of saints being perfected in the image of His Son (Ephesians 4:11-16; 1 Corinthians 12:28; 14:12). God has to be in it. (d) To be a person who demonstrates God’s love and compassion for all the world (Psalm 112:9; Galatians 2:10; 6:10; James 1:27). One has to be saved and God is God to them. The call of God exists expressly to give continuing emphasis to this reason for being in the New Testament apostolic pattern by teaching and encouraging believers to be baptized in the Holy Spirit. This experience: Is the proof of Sanctification Forgiveness.. This is what it does when God sets someone aside, Enables them to evangelize in the power of the Spirit with accompanying supernatural signs (Mark 16:15- 20; Acts 4:29-31; Hebrews 2:3, 4). (b) Adds a necessary dimension to a worshipful relationship with God (1 Corinthians 2:10-16; 1 Corinthians 12- 14). (c) Enables them to respond to the full working of the Holy Spirit in expression of fruit and gifts and ministries as in New Testament times for the edifying of the body of Christ and care for the poor and needy of the world (Galatians 5:22- 26; Matthew 25:37-40; Galatians 6:10; 1 Corinthians 14:12; Ephesians 4:11, 12; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Colossians 1:29). The Ministry is to be called this way under the New Covenant just as God has told us, Jer. 3:15-16 tells us God after there is no more ark of the covenant, in use He would do this, calling, and Paul tells us that God does this, Romans. 10:14-16 in that calling. A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the fourfold purpose of leading the Church people in all teachings and will alway point back to the bible for all things about God’s will, for us.: (1) evangelization of the world (Mark 16:15-20), is only a preacher who preaches Jesus as the savior, and the way to complete salvation at the end of this life or when Jesus returns. That is the preacher is to Preach Him, Christ and not themselves. worship of God (John 4:23, 24), is to be to God, and where we have no other God but God, and is about building a Body of saints being perfected in the image of His Son (Ephesians 4:11, we are still just human beings, meeting human needs with ministries of love and compassion (Psalm 112:9; Galatians 2:10; 6:10; James 1:27) is the work of a called person.. Divine Healing Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. But it has to come from God, through Faith in Him not the Elder. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the Atonement, and is the privilege of all believers (Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8:16, 17; James 5:14-16). God has told He has mercy on whom He has Mercy, take all that you are to Him. 13. The Blessed Hope The resurrection of those who have fallen asleep in Christ and their translation together with those who are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord is the imminent and blessed hope of the Church (1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17; Romans 8:23; Titus 2:13; 1 Corinthians 15:51, 52). It is real no matter what me come up with, The Millennial Reign of Christ The second coming of Christ includes the rapture of the saints, which is our blessed hope, followed by the visible return of Christ with His saints to reign on the earth for one thousand years (Zechariah 14:5; Matthew 24:27, 30; Revelation 1:7; 19:11-14; 20:1-6). This millennial reign will bring the salvation of national Israel 6 (Ezekiel 37:21, 22; Zephaniah 3:19, 20; Romans 11:26, 27) and the establishment of universal peace (Isaiah 11:6-9; Psalm 72:3-8; Micah 4:3, 4). The Final Judgment There will be a final judgment in which the wicked dead will be raised and judged according to their works. Whosoever is not found written in the Book of Life, together with the devil and his angels, the beast and the false prophet, will be consigned to everlasting punishment in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second death (Matthew 25:46; Mark 9:43-48; Revelation 19:20; 20:11-15; 21:8). The New Heavens and the New Earth “We, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness” (2 Peter 3:13; Revelation 21, 22). First, to resurrect the dead saints and to catch away the living saints to Him in the air. 1 Corinthians 15:52; 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17; 2 Thessalonians 2:1. Second, to reign on the earth for a thousand years. where the old earth was. Zechariah 14:4; 1 Thessalonians 4:14; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-10; Jude 14, 15; Revelation 5:10; 19:11-21; 20:4-6. Resurrection. John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15; Revelation 20:5, 6. Eternal life for the righteous. Matthew 25:46; Luke 18:30; John 10:28; Romans 6:22; 1 John 5:11-13.Luke 16:19-31 - The Rich Man and Lazarus are very clear as to what is to come if we make the choice to accept or to refuse God. Heaven and Hell are the choices, for all mankind. Eternal punishment for the wicked. No liberation nor annihilation. Matthew 25:41-46; Mark 3:29; 2 Thessalonians 1: 8, 9; Revelation 20:10-15; 21:8. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments. Love God first, love your Neighbor as yourself. Until next time, the Elder your brother in Christ Jesus.

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So prove me wrong you p.o.s. poser!!! Take me to court LOLOLHAAAHAPHUKUHAAAAHAAACHITONYOURFACE....

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You ARE A LIAR AND A P.O.S. POSER, FAKE we ( Have their I P) — address remember any time you post anything on line, can be traced, It would not be ungodly to take this person to court, the courts of today is for free speech, but the person, must have checks in what they say, if the children need to get help, that person will have pay for it. They are showing that they are not about God so they are not your Brethren, standing up for your rights is God’s will. Call me for that I P Address you will need it for court. Reply Quote Tweet FB Email Callinuout 30 minutes ago From the Elder about an hour ago: From the Elder. Sorry to hear that the children who take this bible study are having problems, because of someone's shameful reply, on this post we ( Have their I P) — address remember any time you post anything on line, can be traced, It would not be ungodly to take this person to court, the courts of today is for free speech, but the person, must have checks in what they say, if the children need to get help, that person will have pay for it. They are showing that they are not about God so they are not your Brethren, standing up for your rights is God’s will. Call me for that I P Address you will need it for court. Elders should've t lie, Mobile phones change IP addresses EVERY TIME! HOW ABOUT This FOR COURT YOU P.O.S. POSER????

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Here's your sign There is no need to change your devices IP address on a mobile network because mobile networks use DHCP to assign IP addresses, so they change frequently as is. Mar 4, 2015 Does my mobile phone have a fixed IP address or does it change. .. Quora If you are connected to Wi-Fi your phone's IP address is a local network address, and will never change; depending on the router most likely it will be 192.168.

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You mr fake elder should study more...

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Elders should've t lie, trac phones change IP addresses EVERY TIME! Rome about “those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught” (Rom. 16:17). In his admonition to Titus to avoid “foolish controversies” and “quarrels about the law” (Titus 3:9), Paul remarks, “As for a person who stirs up division, after warning him once and then twice, have nothing more to do with him, knowing that such a person is warped and sinful; he is self-condemned” (Titus 3:10–11). Those who cause division are worldly, “devoid of the Spirit, ” and are relentlessly pursuing their own ungodly passions (Jude 18–19). 8. False teaching can come from apostates and deviant teachers within the church. False teachers from “among the people ... secretly bring in destructive heresies” (2 Pet. 2:1). Jesus warned about false prophets from among the people who outwardly come in “sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves” (Matt. 7:15). Paul blames the Galatian conflict on false teachers who had covertly entered their ranks: “This matter arose because some false brothers had infiltrated our ranks to spy on the freedom we have in Christ Jesus in order to enslave us” (Gal. 2:4 CSB). Some of the false teachers addressed in the Pastoral Epistles appear to be former coworkers of Paul (1 Tim. 1:3; 2 Tim. 1:15; 2:15–18).2 John states that his “antichrist” opponents, those who deny that Jesus is the Christ, came out of the fellowship with the churches because “they did not belong” there in the first place (1 John 2:19 CSB). In instances where theological matters of first importance are denied, rejected, or replaced, doctrine does divide the people of God from those who are not GO TO HELL HEATHEN

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From the Elder. Sorry to hear that the children who take this bible study are having problems, because of someone's shameful reply, on this post we ( Have their I P) — address remember any time you post anything on line, can be traced, It would not be ungodly to take this person to court, the courts of today is for free speech, but the person, must have checks in what they say, if the children need to get help, that person will have pay for it. They are showing that they are not about God so they are not your Brethren, standing up for your rights is God’s will. Call me for that I P Address you will need it for court.

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Angels, what does the Bible tell us? Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 5 —-Easy learning one subject at a time The scriptures, as real!!! Rev. Elder Simon Kidd daily short to the point Bible studies, for all of us. What about Angels? The answers are all given to us in the scriptures. To understand what God tells us about Angles, we should first take a look at and believe this, about Him, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God, the Almighty, who was and who is and who is to come.” —Revelation 4:6-8 In order to understand the scriptures, one must believe in Jesus and be trusting Him for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 10:43), and be empowered by the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 2:12-14; 1 John 2:20, 27). According to the Bible, angels are spiritual beings, created by God to serve His purposes. The English word "angel" comes from the Greek word ἄγγελος, meaning "messenger." Angels give messages to God’s people (Genesis 22:11-22), praise and worship God (Isaiah 6:2-3), provide protection for God’s people (Psalm 91:11-12), and carry out God’s judgment (2 Kings 19:35). The words “angel”, “cherubim” and “seraphim” are mentioned 365 times in the Bible, but that is not the whole story. In Revelation, the word “angel” is recorded 71 times, and yet the entire book of Revelation is all about what the angels spoke, did, or revealed. There are 404 verses in the book of Revelation, which is 5.5 times more verses than we find the word “angel” in. The same is true in the Old Testament as well. In Zechariah, the word “angel” is mentioned 18 times, but the entire first half of the book is all about what the angels spoke and did. These six chapters compose 84 verses, which is 4.5 times more verses than the word “angel” is in. Remember this as you read on!!! read it is way, Bible verses about angels' appearance Genesis 18:2-3 Genesis 16:7, 8 Numbers 22:31 Joshua 5:14 Judges 13:3 Bible verses about angels on earth Judges 6:12 1 Peter 1:12 Revelation 1:1 Genesis 28:12 Hebrews 13:2 Bible verses about angels watching over you Psalm 91:11 Exodus 23:20 Daniel 3:28 Matthew 24:30-31 Acts 5: 19, 20 Bible verses about angels' protection Hebrews 1:14 Psalm 103:20, 21 Psalm 34:7 Isaiah 37:36 Stories of Angels in the Bible Daniel in the lions' den (Daniel 6) Mary (Luke 1) Zacharias (Luke 1) Since angels are spirits rather than physical beings, they don’t have to be visible at all (Colossians 1:16). Elisha once prayed that his servant would see the armies of angels surrounding the city, and the young man discovered that he had overlooked a lot of invisible beings! Then Elisha prayed and said, “O Lord, I pray, open his eyes that he may see.” And the Lord opened the servant’s eyes and he saw; and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. —2 Kings 6:17 When angels do appear, they generally appear in the form of men. In Genesis 18, Abraham welcomed three heavenly guests who appeared at first to be nothing more than some travelers. In the following chapter, two angels went to Sodom where they were assumed to be simply a pair of human visitors. With the possible exception of one debatable passage in Zechariah 5:9, angels always appear as males rather than females (Mark 16:5). Sometimes an angel appears to be a man with unusual features. Daniel saw an angel with arms and legs resembling polished metal and precious stones, and a face like lightning (Daniel 10:5-6). The angel that rolled back the stone from Christ’s tomb was radiating dazzling light (Matthew 28:3; Luke 24:4). The book of Revelation describes some highly unusual beings who may be a variety of angels. …And in the center and around the throne, four living creatures full of eyes in front and behind. And the first creature was like a lion, and the second creature like a calf, and the third creature had a face like that of a man, and the fourth creature was like a flying eagle. And the four living creatures, each one of them having six wings, are full of eyes around and within, and day and night they do not cease to say, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God, the Almighty, who was and who is and who is to come.” —Revelation 4:6-8 In the New Testament, angels are often seen accompanying Jesus. They are present during his birth (Luke 1:26-38), his temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:11), his resurrection from the dead (John 20:11-13), and they will appear with him again at the final judgment (Matthew 16:27). The two most famous examples of angels in the Bible (and the only ones given names) are the angel Gabriel who stands in the Lord's presence (Luke 1:19), and Michael who fights against Satan and the enemies of God (Revelation 12:7). The angel of the Lord is another prominent angel in the Bible. The angel of the Lord appears frequently in the Old Testament, usually when something dramatic or meaningful is about to happen. The angel of the Lord primarily serves as a messenger from God, preparing the way for God’s appearance and intervention (Exodus 3:2). The angel of the Lord also appears in the New Testament to announce the birth of Jesus (Luke 2:9-12) and to roll away the stone at his tomb (Matthew 28:2). Not all angels are faithful servants of God. Fallen angels, also known as demons, were angels who rebelled against God, and were cast out of heaven for their disobedience. Revelation 12:7-9 says that a third of the angels fell from heaven when they followed Satan. As you can see, angels play an important part in carrying out God’s plan for the world. Take time to reflect on these Bible verses about angels to learn more about these powerful emissaries of God. As we read about the Fallen and Unfallen We believe that God created an innumerable company of sinless, spiritual beings, known as angels; that one, “Lucifer, son of the morning”—the highest in rank—sinned through pride, thereby becoming Satan; that a great company of the angels followed him in his moral fall, some of whom became demons and are active as his agents and associates in the prosecution of his unholy purposes, while others who fell are “reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day” (Isa. 14:12–17; Ezek. 28:11–19; 1 Tim. 3:6; 2 Pet. 2:4; Jude 6). We can read that Satan is the originator of sin, and that, under the permission of God, he, through subtlety, led our first parents into transgression, thereby accomplishing their moral fall and subjecting them and their posterity to his own power; that he is the enemy of God and the people of God, opposing and exalting himself above all that is called God or that is worshiped; and that he who in the beginning said, “I will be like the most High, ” in his warfare appears as an angel of light, even counterfeiting the works of God by fostering religious movements and systems of doctrine, which systems in every case are characterized by a denial of the efficacy of the blood of Christ and of salvation by grace alone (Gen. 3:1–19; Rom. 5:12–14; 2 Cor. 4:3–4; 11:13–15; Eph. 6:10–12; 2 Thess. 2:4; 1 Tim. 4:1–3). We also can read that Satan was judged at the Cross, though not then executed, and that he, a usurper, now rules as the “god of this world”; that, at the second coming of Christ, Satan will be bound and cast into the abyss for a thousand years, and after the thousand years he will be loosed for a little season and then “cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, ” where he “shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever” (Col. 2:15; Rev. 20:1–3, 10). We can read that He had a great company of angels who kept their holy estate and are before the throne of God, from whence they are sent forth as ministering spirits to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation (Luke 15:10; Eph. 1:21; Heb. 1:14; Rev. 7:12). We believe that man was made lower than the angels; and that, in His incarnation, Christ took for a little time this lower place that He might lift the believer to His own sphere above the angels (Heb. 2:6–10 they are at work with us today, Since God’s purpose concerning man is to seek and to save that which is lost, to be worshiped by man and to build a body of believers in the image of His Son, the responsibility of the Church is: A. To be an agency of God for evangelizing the world (Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:15-16). B. To be a corporate body in which man may worship God (I Corinthians 12:13). C. To be a channel of God’s purpose to build a body of saints being perfected in the image of His Son (Ephesians 4:11-16; I Corinthians 12:28; 14:12). angels are not glorified human beings. Matthew 22:30 explains that they do not marry or reproduce like humans, and Hebrews 12:22-23 says that when we get to the heavenly Jerusalem, we will be met by “myriads of angels” and “the spirits of righteous men made perfect”—two separate groups. Angels are a company or association, not a race descended from a common ancestor (Luke 20:34-36). We are called “sons of men, ” but angels are never called “sons of angels.” The Scripture speaks about the creation of angels, therefore, it is clear that they have not existed from all eternity (Nehemiah 9:6; Psalm 148:2; 148:5). Colossians 1:16-17 explains: “For by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created by Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” The time of their creation is never definitely specified, but it is most probable that it occurred in connection with the creation of the heavens in Genesis 1:1. It may be that God created the angels immediately after He had created the heavens and before He created the Earth—for according to Job 38:4-7, “the sons of God shouted for joy” when He laid the foundations of the Earth. The question always come up how many are there, While the Scriptures give no definite figures, we are told that the number of angels is very great (Matthew 26:53—“legions”; Daniel 7:10—“thousand thousands” (millions); Hebrews 12:22—“innumerable”). It appears that all angels were created at one time. No new angels are being added to the number. Angels are not subject to death or any form of extinction (Luke 20:36); therefore they do not decrease in number. It seems reasonable to conclude that there are at least as many spirit beings in existence as there have been human beings in all their history on Earth. Angels are essentially “ministering spirits” (Hebrews 1:14) and do not have physical bodies like humans. Jesus declared that “a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have” (Luke 24:37-39). The Bible does, however, make it clear that angels can only be in one place at a time. They must have some localized presence. Angels can take on the appearance of men when the occasion demands. How else could “some have entertained angels without knowing it” (Hebrews 13:2)? On the other hand, their appearance is sometimes in dazzling white and blazing glory. And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled away the stone and sat upon it. And his appearance was like lightning, and his clothing as white as snow. And the guards quaked from fear of him and became like dead men. —Matthew 28:2-4 So Did you know that angels actually listen to and act on the words we speak? If you want evidence that the angels of God are listening to your words, look at Luke 12:8-9: "Also I say unto you, Whosoever shall confess me before men, him shall the Son of man also confess before the angels of God: But he that denieth me before men shall be denied before the angels of God." Your words are being heard by an audience of angels. How big is this audience? Revelation 5:11 tells us that the number of angels who surround the throne of God is ten thousand times ten thousand and thousands of thousands. One scholar has calculated just this group of angels to amount to a trillion. That is about ten thousand angels for every man, woman, and child alive on the earth today! And we do not know that the number mentioned is all of the angels in existence. There is no shortage of angel power to put to work on your behalf. If as much as half of the earth's population became born again, there still would be 20, 000 angels at each believer's disposal to carry out and enforce their covenant with God. Imagine 20, 000 servants "on the mark, set, and ready to go" on your behalf! As we have seen, a mighty host of angels is waiting to hear the words of God come out of a believer's mouth. That fact is confirmed by Psalm 103:20: "Bless the Lord, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word." To hearken means "to listen for, to pay close attention to, and to hear and do." Angels are listening for the voice of God's Word. Give His Word voice, and they will respond. When you have bills that need to be paid, speak the Word. Speak out things like this: According to Philippians 4:19, my God shall supply all my needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. I am a tither, and according to Malachi 3:10, God is opening the windows of Heaven and pouring out a blessing for me that I will not have room to contain. Now, according to Hebrews 1:14, I command the angels of God to go forth and minister for me, an heir of salvation. When angels hear God's Word coming out of your mouth, they go into action, moving and influencing in the spirit realm to make God's covenant words come to pass for you. What happens, on the other hand, when you speak out the same negative "garbage" of doubt and unbelief that the world speaks? "Bills, bills, bills. We are never going to get caught up? They will probably turn off our lights before we see any money around here." You have just taken your angels out of the picture. Those words run directly counter to what God's covenant says about your situation. In the presence of those words of doubt and unbelief, they have no choice but to bow their heads, fold their hands, and wait. They are waiting for you to speak God's Word and do it consistently enough for them to get some provision to you. Your Wall of Safety These principles are just as true when it comes to safety and security. Speaking what God's Word says about His protection of His children activates your angels to put up a wall around you that all of the forces in hell cannot break through. Look at Psalm 34:7: "The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." If you have battled fear, this is a great verse to speak about yourself on a daily basis. You can speak out things like this, "Because I reverence the Lord, His angels camp around me and deliver me from all harm." That is the kind of talk that will put angels in a position to do that very thing. No mugger, no rapist, no drive-by shooter on earth can penetrate that angelic shield of protection. And when you do find yourself in a sticky situation, this verse promises you deliverance. This is the kind of angelic deliverance that the Apostle Peter experienced in Acts 12. He was in prison, scheduled for execution for preaching the Gospel. However, there were people praying for him, and he understood his covenant. So what happened? And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands. And the angel said unto him, Gird thyself, and bind on thy sandals. And so he did. And he saith unto him, Cast thy garment about thee, and follow me. (Acts 12:7-8) How confident was Peter in his covenant of protection? He was scheduled to die in the morning, and yet the angel had to wake him up to break him out of prison! That is peace. That is confidence. That is the kind of freedom from fear that comes from knowing God's covenant of protection is being enforced by mighty angels. Get Rid of That Fear There is no place for fear in the life of a believer. The spirit of fear will rob you of everything that is sweet and good about the Christian life on this earth. It will steal your peace and torment your soul. Can you understand this? “Angels around us, angels beside us, angels within our lives, personal angels within our lives, . Angels are watching over you when times are good or stressed. Their wings wrap gently around you, whispering you are loved.” God created the angels for many purposes, including guiding, protecting, encouraging and strengthening us. Scripture tells us that angels are God’s servants, sent by Him into the world to serve His will. Perhaps, the most important role for angels is praising and glorifying God. In fact, there is a description in the Bible of millions of angels praising God in Heaven. God has also commanded His angels concerning you. Though we may not see them or know they are there, angels are watching over us, transporting blessings into our lives, protecting us from danger and helping us to glorify God better. Scripture proves it. Here is what we need to know about angels watching over us. Read this, Psalm 91:11-12 For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. On their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone.” -Psalm 91:11-12 God offers His pure and selfless love through the use of His angels. According to the psalmist, God commands many angels to guard us. God commands those faithful spirits who are nearest to Him, who come from Him and are marked by Him to guard us in all our ways. God’s promise through the psalmist to Jesus applies to us as well. “Beware that you don’t look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels are always in the presence of my Heavenly Father.” -Matthew 18:10 This is one of the key passages in the Bible regarding guardian angels. There is no doubt that good angels help protect us. They also reveal information and minister to believers in general. The big question for many people is whether each person is assigned a guardian angel. While Scripture nowhere states that an angel is assigned to every individual, we know that we are in the presence of angels, and they are here for good. “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation? ”-Hebrews 1:14 Angels are sent by God to protect us and help us inherit His full kingdom. The Bible tells us that angels are His servants, carrying out His will and work for our good. We know from this verse from Hebrews that angels are ministering spirits, sent to serve those who are going to receive salvation. By definition, salivation is deliverance from sin and its consequences brought about by faith in Jesus Christ. Angels ultimately assist in our deliverance from sin, or eternal death. The gift of God is eternal life. Remember who they are working for, “The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all. Praise the LORD, you His angels, you mighty ones who do His bidding, who obey His word. Praise the LORD, all His heavenly hosts, you His servants who do His will. Praise the LORD, all His works. Everywhere in His dominion. Praise the LORD, my soul.” -Psalm 103:19-22 Having celebrated God’s mercy to His people, the psalmist praises God’s excellent majesty and universal dominion. The psalmist acknowledges God’s angels, who do His bidding, intervene and protect on His behalf, and are obedient to His word. Read this, “Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing so some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” -Hebrews 13:2 We are called in this verse to be hospitable or friendly to those we don’t know. The Bible tells us that some have entertained, or hosted messengers of God, unaware. When we meet strangers, we should be careful how we treat them because it could be someone that was sent by God to help us or protect us. We don’t know what God is trying to do or what He is trying to accomplish but we know that it is a part of His good and perfect will. “Then I looked and heard the voice of many angels, numbering thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand. They encircled the throne and the living creatures and the elders. In a loud voice they sang: ‘Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise.” -Revelation 5:11-12 We know from these verses that there are millions of angels encircling God’s throne and glorifying the Lord. We see a different side of angels here, discovering they are more than protectors but also powerful glorifiers of the Lord. The most devastating aspect of fear is that, as the reciprocal of faith, it opens the door to the very things you fear most. It is time to get rid of fear! All of the steps you need to take to come out of fear and get into faith are actions: Start changing the way you talk. Stop speaking out words of fear and doubt. Begin to speak God's promises that apply to your situation. Get a revelation of the ministry of God's protecting angels. See—with your mind's eye—mighty warrior angels surrounding you on every side. Do these things, and the spirit of fear will be uprooted from your life. Then, look out! A lot of blessings, power, and peace are headed your way. Keep in mind as you read through the bible, to always look for what God say about the Angels Angels are fascinating spiritual beings. Not only do they serve a role as God’s messengers, but they are also His warriors. They praise and worship God, while also protecting and directing us on His behalf. When we get to heaven, we’ll probably be amazed to discover just how often God’s angels protected us or intervened on our behalf. Whether you realize it or not, angels are watching over you at this very moment. What a wonderful creator God is. God's angels are truly watching over us. He makes this point clear in Scriptures throughout the Bible. Read on for six Bible verses that remind us there are angels watching over you. In this bible study begins by reading this. Psalm 91:11 Luke 4:10 Psalm 34:7 Matthew 18:10 Hebrews 1:14 Exodus 23:20 Until next time the Elder.

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HOOSIER DADDY, Why are people acting this way? Is this a forum for dimwits like yourself?

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What a shame D.

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Shame on you D.

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You can even fart in church & STILL be as quiet as the church mouse!!

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Living with the liberties, that are in the the Lord, Has Bound us to God’s freedom, Acts 15:22-29 Having Bible study with the Elder. Post # 4 —-Easy learning one subject at a time The scriptures, as real!!! Rev. Elder Simon Kidd daily short to the point Bible studies, for all of us. Doing what God says in our day, the New Covenant, Heb. 8:1-13- Jer. 31: 31 is Here for all but God gives us all a choice, and with liberty, and freedom in Him with no other person as Boss over our salvation!!! The answers are all given to us in the scriptures. To understand what God tells us about His liberties, in Jesus as the only christ, and Lord., we should first take a look at and believe this, about Him, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God, the Almighty, who was and who is and who is to come.” —Revelation 4:6-8 In order to understand the scriptures, one must believe in Jesus and be trusting Him for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 10:43), and be empowered by the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 2:12-14; 1 John 2:20, 27). 1. Matt. 16:19; 18:18 – The binding authority of apostolic teaching, is for all people forever and is essential to our unity in Christ – 1 Cor. 1:10; 14:37; Eph. 4:3-6; Col. 3:17. 2. Unity is achieved & guarded when we respect divine authority & properly apply it to our lives (Lk. 6:46). I. UNITY IS DESTROYED BY: A. Going Beyond what is Written – 2 Jno. 9; Gal. 1:8-9; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 1:1-4. 1. Loosing where the Lord has bound. 2. Fellowship with God is preserved by not going beyond truth. B. Demanding Conformity to the Traditions of Men (restricting the liberties we have in Christ). 1. Ex. Circumcise Gentiles to be saved – Acts 15:1, 5, 24; Gal. 2:4-5. 2. Binding where the Lord has loosed. 3. Traditions are often received & held above / as if they were the commands of God! – Mk. 7:1-13 II. WE MUST DISCERN AND AVOID BOTH EXTREMES – Phil. 1:9-11. A. There are Necessary Things – Acts 15:28-29. B. There are Liberties (not bound by an obligation) – Rom. 14:1-2 (Gal. 5:1). C. The Inability or Unwillingness to Discern the Difference Causes Division in the Body of Christ. 1. Gal. 5:13-15 – Biting & devouring. 2. 2 Tim. 2:14-18 – Striving over wrong things ruins hearers; Shun error or ungodliness increases & souls are lost! 3. Binding authority is not determined by: Personal conscience (Rom. 14); Feelings (Prov. 16:25); Popularity (Matt. 7:13); etc. D. Respect for & the Proper Application of Bible Authority will keep us Standing on the Solid Ground of Truth – Col. 3:17. -1 Tim. 1:3-7 (see both extremes being rebuked): 1. Teach no other doctrine (don’t go beyond doctrine of Christ). 2. …fables & endless genealogies…idle talk (“which cause disputes”) APPLYING THE PRINCIPLES. God gave us His plan for salvation, MK. 16:15-16- taken away any such things as a Dress code in worship, James, 2:1-4- the place where we obey God and do it according to scripture, , not men, Psalm 119:97- Matt. 7:21- Heb. 12:28- Col. 3:17- 1. We must diligently use God’s word to distinguish between binding truth & non-binding opinions – 2 Tim. 2:15. 2. When we can do so we will reap the spiritual blessings described in Col. 1:9-12. 3. To go beyond what is written is sin & we must not do so (1 Cor. 4:6). 4. Binding opinions of conscience on others is just as wrong (Rom. 14:1, 4). Until next time the Elder.

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Just keeping an idiot busy

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ETERNAL DAMNATION! NO WAY OUT! TOO LATE FOR YOU! YOU ALREADY DID IT. the one who calls his brother a “fool” thereby suggests his own unsaved condition, which therefore means he is in peril of eternal damnation. the one who calls his brother a “fool” thereby suggests his own unsaved condition, which therefore means he is in peril of eternal damnation. the one who calls his brother a “fool” thereby suggests his own unsaved condition, which therefore means he is in peril of eternal damnation. the one who calls his brother a “fool” thereby suggests his own unsaved condition, which therefore means he is in of eternal damnation. Bye bye

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Goodbye to the eternal damned, have a nice trip.

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Are you judging others? WOW! We have a false elder? Here dumb phucher the one who calls his brother a “fool” thereby suggests his own unsaved condition, which therefore means he is in peril of eternal damnation.

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Poor Peter had a problem

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Is someone talking to their peter?

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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: Daily bible studies with the elder!
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Having Bible study with the Elder. Easy learning one subject at a time The scriptures, as real!!! Rev. Elder Simon Kidd daily short to the point Bible studies, for all of us. Today, we learn, The Holy Scriptures about ***--- UNDERSTANDING< *** The Trinity -MADE CLEAR! As humans we came from Dirt, so through God’s word the bible our maker, a Higher power than us Dirt, shows us who He is. And no matter who you are you can read it for yourselves. Is this not one of God’s great blessings? An understanding that when we read it and take it within us, no one can deceive us again. So by going back to the bible for our answers, we learn this, that we are to BELIEVE in only one true and living God and the trinity of persons in the God-head, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, and yet there are not three, but one. References: Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 3:16, 17; 28:19; John 1:1, 1, 16; II Corinthians 13:14; Colossians 2:9; I Peter 1:2; I John 5:7. The bible tells us that we are under the one God, the eternal, infinite and all-knowing Spirit in whom all things have their source, support and end (Deut. 6:4; John 4:24; Gen. 1:1). Within this one God three distinct persons exist—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit —united, equal and perfect in all attributes (Matt. 28:19; Acts 7:55; Acts 10:38; 2 Cor. 13:14). The Godhead is one in essence, but within this perfect unity and equality exists order in function—first the Father, then the Son, and then the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 11:3; John 17:3-4; John 15:26; John 16:7). Through learning about the true God from His scriptures He has given us, we see that The One True God The one true God has revealed himself as the eternally self-existent “I AM, ” the Creator of heaven and earth and the Redeemer of mankind. He has further revealed himself as embodying the principles of relationship and association as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit read this, (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22). The Adorable Godhead has told us through the bible itself, The one true God has revealed Himself as the eternally self-existent "I AM, " the Creator of heaven and earth and the Redeemer of mankind. He has further revealed Himself as embodying the principles of relationship and association as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. He has revealed Himself as one God existing in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. These three are coequal and are one God. Read it again, Deuteronomy 6:4 Isaiah 43:10, 11 Matthew 28:19 Luke 3:22 (a) Terms Defined The terms trinity and persons, as related to the godhead, while not found in the Scriptures, are words in harmony with Scripture, whereby we may convey to others our immediate understanding of the doctrine of Christ respecting the Being of God, as distinguished from “gods many and lords many.” We therefore may speak with propriety of the Lord our God, who is One Lord, as a Trinity or as one Being of three persons, and still be absolutely scriptural (examples, Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; John 14:16, 17). (b) Distinction and Relationship in the Godhead Christ taught a distinction of persons in the godhead which He expressed in specific terms of relationship, as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, but that this distinction and relationship, as to its mode is inscrutable and incomprehensible, because unexplained (Luke 1:35; 1 Corinthians 1:24; Matthew 11:25-27; 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; 1 John 1:3, 4). (c) Unity of the One Being of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Accordingly, therefore, there is that in the Father which constitutes Him the Father and not the Son; there is that in the Son which constitutes Him the Son and not the Father; and there is that in the Holy Spirit which constitutes Him the Holy Spirit and not either the Father or the Son. Wherefore, the Father is the Begetter; the Son is the Begotten; and the Holy Spirit is the One proceeding from the Father and the Son. Therefore, because these three persons in the godhead are in a state of unity, there is but one Lord God Almighty and His name one (John 1:18; 15:26; 17:11, 21; Zechariah 14:9). (d) Identity and Cooperation in the Godhead The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are never identical as to person; nor confused as to relation; nor divided in respect to the godhead; nor opposed as to cooperation. The Son is in the Father and the Father is in the Son as to relationship. The Son is with the Father and the Father is with the Son, as to fellowship. The Father is not from the Son, but the Son is from the Father, as to authority. The Holy Spirit is from the Father and the Son proceeding, as to nature, relationship, cooperation, and authority. Hence, no person in the godhead either exists or works separately or independently of the others (John 5:17-30, 32, 37; 8:17, 18). (e) The Title, Lord Jesus Christ The appellation Lord Jesus Christ is a proper name. It is never applied in the New Testament either to the Father or to the Holy Spirit. It therefore belongs exclusively to the Son of God (Romans 1:1-3, 7; 2 John 3). (f) The Lord Jesus Christ, God With Us The Lord Jesus Christ, as to His divine and eternal nature, is the proper and only Begotten of the Father, but as to His human nature, He is the proper Son of Man. He is, therefore, acknowledged to be both God and man; who because He is God and man, is “Immanuel, ” God with us (Matthew 1:23; 1 John 4:2, 10, 14; Revelation 1:13, 17). (g) The Title, Son of God Since the name Immanuel embraces both God and man, in the one person, our Lord Jesus Christ, it follows that the title Son of God describes His proper deity, and the title Son of Man, His proper humanity. Therefore, the title Son of God belongs to the order of eternity, and the title Son of Man to the order of time (Matthew 1:21-23; 2 John 3; 1 John 3:8; Hebrews 7:3; 1:1-13). (h) Transgression of the Doctrine of Christ Wherefore, it is a transgression of the doctrine of Christ to say that Jesus Christ derived the title Son of God solely from the fact of the Incarnation, or because of His relation to the economy of redemption. Therefore, to deny that the Father is a real and eternal Father, and that the Son is a real and eternal Son, is a denial of the distinction and relationship in the Being of God; a denial of the Father and the Son; and a displacement of the truth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh (2 John 9; John 1:1, 2, 14, 18, 29, 49; 1 John 2:22, 23; 4:1-5; Hebrews 12:2). (i) Exaltation of Jesus Christ as Lord The Son of God, our Lord Jesus Christ, having by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high, angels and principalities and powers having been made subject unto Him. And having been made both Lord and Christ, He sent the Holy Spirit that we, in the name of Jesus, might bow our knees and confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father until the end, when the Son shall become subject to the Father that God may be all in all (Hebrews 1:3; 1 Peter 3:22; Acts 2:32-36; Romans 14:11; 1 Corinthians 15:24-28). 3 (j) Equal Honor to the Father and to the son This Christmes Jesus, is the savior the Easter Jesus and is coming again, that is the humans Blessed Hope: Jesus is coming again to gather all His Saints to Heaven (1 Cor. 15:51-52; 1 Thess. 4:16-17; 2 Thess. 2:1). Those who have not accepted the redemptive work of Jesus Christ will suffer eternal separation from the Godhead. They will burn in the lake of fire (Rev.19:20, 20:10-15). We don’t have to take someone's word for Who our Lord is because the Bible tells us the very truth about our LordThe Bible tells us, The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. We believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Savior of men, conceived by the Holy Spirit, born by the Virgin Mary. He is totally God, coequal with the Father and totally man. We believe Christ died for our sins, was buried and rose again the third day. He bodily ascended into heaven and will return again someday for His Church. The Scriptures declare: His virgin birth, Matthew 1:23 Luke 1:31 Luke 1:35 His sinless life, Hebrews 7:26 1 Peter 2:22 His divinity Matt 28: 18 John 5: 23 John 5: 24 John 8:58 John 10: 30 John 11:25 John 17:5 His miracles, Acts 2:22 Acts 10:38 His substitutionary work on the cross, 1 Corinthians 15:3 2 Corinthians 5:21 His bodily resurrection from the dead, Matthew 28:6 Luke 24:39 1 Corinthians 15:4 His exaltation to the right hand of God Acts 1:9 Acts 1:11 Acts 2:33 Philippians 2:9-11 Hebrews 1:3 (j) Equal Honor to the Father and to the Son Wherefore, since the Father has delivered all judgment unto the Son, it is not only the express duty of all in heaven and on earth to bow the knee, but it is an unspeakable joy in the Holy Spirit to ascribe unto the Son all the attributes of deity, and to give Him all the honor and the glory contained in all the names and titles of the godhead except those which express relationship and thus honor the Son even as we honor the Father (John 5:22, 23; 1 Peter 1:8; Revelation 5:6-14; Philippians 2:8, 9; Revelation 7:9, 10; 4:8-11). 3. The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. The Scriptures declare: (a) His virgin birth (Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31, 35). (b) His sinless life (Hebrews 7:26; 1 Peter 2:22). (c) His miracles (Acts 2:22; 10:38). (d) His substitutionary work on the cross (1 Corinthians 15:3; 2 Corinthians 5:21). (e) His bodily resurrection from the dead (Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39;1 Corinthians 15:4). (f) His exaltation to the right hand of God (Acts 1:9, 11; 2:33; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 1:3). So when we read the scriptures for ourselves we can believe that Scripture teaches there is one and only one true and living God, who is self-existent, and the eternal “I AM, ” the creator of heaven and earth, and the redeemer of mankind. We can believe that He has chosen to reveal Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the same in essence, though distinct in personality (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10-11; Matthew 28:18-19; Luke 3:22). These three are one God, having the same nature, attributes, and perfection and are worthy of the same homage and obedience (Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3, 4; II Corinthians 13:14; Revelation 1:4-6). The mode of His existence, however, is a subject far above the understanding of man. He is the fountain of all perfection and happiness. He is glorified by the whole of creation and is worthy to be loved and served by all intelligence. He, therefore, is the only proper object of worship (Jeremiah 10:10; Exodus 3:14; Psalms 90:2; Matthew 28:19, 20; Job 11:7; Psalms 19:1, 2; 145:10; 150:6; Exodus 34:14). Because we see it is true. The reading of the scripture shows us we are to believe in one God—Father, Son, and Spirit—whom we worship and glorify (Matt 28:19; Acts 17:29; 1 Cor 8:6; 2 Cor 13:13). Truth is we are to believe in the Father Almighty, maker of heaven, earth, and all things in them—visible and invisible (1 Cor 8:6; Rev 1:8). We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s Son, our Lord, by whom all things were made (John 1:1-3; 3:16; Rom 1:3-4; 1 Cor 8:6; 12:3; Phil 2:9; Col 1:16). For us and our salvation, he came down from heaven, was incarnate and made man—conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary (Matt 1:16, 18-25; Lk 1:26- 35; John 1:14; 3:16; 6:51; Phil 2:5-7 ). He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. On the third day he rose again, according to the Scriptures (Matt 28:5; John 19:1-6, 41; Acts 4:27-28; 1 Cor 15:3-4; 1 Thess 4:14). He ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again, with glory, to judge the living and the dead (Acts 1:2, 9-11; 2:33; 5:31; 10:42; 17:31; Eph 1:20-21; 1 Thess 1:10; 4:14-17; 2 Thess 1:10; 2 Tim 4:1, 8). When we John 3:16 we are let believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of life (Job 33:4; John 6:63; Acts 5:3-4, 9; Rom 8:2, 6, 10-11; 2 Cor 3:6, 17-18; Gal 6:8; Rev 2:7; 22:17). We believe in one holy and universal church, built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, and the teaching of the Apostles (Matt 16:18; Acts 2:42; 20:28; Rom 16:16; 1 Cor 1:2; 3:11; 12:13; Eph 1:22-23; 2:16, 19-22; 4:11-16; 5:27; Col 1:18). So an easy way to learn it for ourselves in the bible is like this: It is so clear that there is only one true, living and eternal God and that the Godhead is revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. A. One True and Eternal God: Deuteronomy 6:4; 33:27; Jeremiah 10:10; Matthew 3:15-16; 28:19; Mark 12:29; John 14:9-11; I Thessalonians 1:9; Timothy 1:17; 2:5; 6:7; Hebrews 1:1-13; 3:12 B The Godhead: 1) God as Father: Genesis 1:1; Matthew 6:9; Ephesians 4:6 2) God as Son: Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 16:16; John 1:1; 3:14, 16; 14:28; I Corinthians 15:28; Hebrews 1:18 a) Virgin Birth of Jesus: Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 3) God as Holy Spirit: John 14:16, 26; Acts 1:5, 8; 2:1-4; Romans 8:16 Until next time The Elder.

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The way to begin seeking God is through the Jesus who God sent for the sins of the world, Luke 2:1-22, John 3:16 is to anyone, who wants to seek Him, Jn. 1:12 Salvation From the Elder. God’s forgiveness brings us right here and now a new Beginning. It is not someday when you get good enough, I will sanctify you. He sanctifies a person when He forgives them. Born again is born again forgiven. John 1:12 As many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe in His name. John 3:3 Except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. John 6:37 All that the Father giveth Me shall come to Me; and him that cometh to Me I will in no wise cast out. John 10:28 I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of My hand. John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me. Acts 16:31 Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 10:9, 10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Ephesians 2:8, 9 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. Titus 3:5a Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us. 1 John 5:12, 13 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hears My voice, and opens the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. Jesus Christ, The Son Of God Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. John 1:1, 14 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth. John 3:17 God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through Him might be saved. John 10:11 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth His life for the sheep. John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Acts 10:38 God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: Who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil. Romans 5:8 God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. (See Isaiah 53-The prophetic “Portrait of Jesus Chapter.”) The Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall your Heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask Him? John 7:38, 39a He that believeth on Me, as the Scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. But this spake He of the Spirit, which they that believe in Him should receive. John 14:26 The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, Whom the Father will send in My name, He shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. John 16:13 When He, the Spirit of truth, is come, He will guide you into all truth: for He shall not speak of Himself; but whatsoever He shall hear, that shall He speak: and He will show you things to come. Acts 1:8 Ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto Me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Acts 2:17, 18 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of My Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: and on My servants and on My handmaidens I will pour out in those days of My Spirit; and they shall prophesy. Acts 4:31 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spoke the Word of God with boldness. Acts 5:32 And we are His witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, Whom God hath given to them that obey Him. Acts 19:2, 6 He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto Him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost. And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spoke with tongues, and prophesied. 2 Corinthians 3:17 Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. The Word Of God Joshua 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. Job 23:12b I have esteemed the Words of His mouth more than my necessary food. Psalms 119:11 Thy Word has Ime, hid in my heart, that I might not sin against Thee. Psalms 119:89 For ever, O Lord, Thy Word is settled in Heaven. Psalms 119:105 Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Jeremiah 15:16a Thy Words were found, and I did eat them. Matthew 4:4 Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every Word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. Matthew 24:35 Heaven and earth shall pass away, but My Words shall not pass away. John 6:63 It is the Spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the Words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life. John 8:31, 32 If ye continue in My Word, then are ye My disciples indeed. And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. Romans 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. 1 Corinthians 10:11 Now all these things happened unto them for ensamples: and they are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come. 2 Timothy 2:15 Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of truth. 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. 1 Peter 2:2 As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the Word, that ye may grow thereby. 2 Peter 1:21 For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. Prayer Psalms 66:18, 19 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me: But verily God hath heard me; He hath attended to the voice of my prayer. Jeremiah 29:13 Ye shall seek Me, and find Me, when ye shall search for Me with all your heart. Jeremiah 33:3 Call unto Me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. Matthew 7:7, 8 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. Matthew 18:19 If two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of My Father which is in Heaven. Mark 11:24 What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. John 16:23b Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in My name, He will give it to you. James 1:6, 7 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For him that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. James 4:2b Ye have not, because ye ask not. 1 John 3:22 And whatsoever we ask, we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in His sight. 1 John 5:14b If we ask anything according to His will, He heareth us. Faith Job 13:15a Though He slay me, yet will I trust in Him. Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. Matthew 9:29b According to your faith be it unto you. Mark 9:23 If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. Romans 4:20, 21 He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; and being fully persuaded that, what He had promised, He was also able to perform. Romans 10:17 Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. 2 Corinthians 5:7 For we walk by faith, not by sight. Hebrews 10:35 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. Hebrews 10:38a Now the just shall live by faith. Hebrews 11:1, 6 Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. But without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him. 1 John 5:4b This is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Love Matthew 7:12 Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them. Matthew 22:37-39 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. John 13:35 By this shall all men know that ye are My disciples, if ye have love one to another. John 15:12 This is My commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. 1 Corinthians 13:8a Love never faileth. 1 Corinthians 16:14 Let all your things be done with love. 1 Peter 4:8 Above all things have fervent love among yourselves: for love shall cover the multitude of sins. 1 John 3:16 Hereby perceive the love of God, because He laid down His life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. 1 John 3:18 My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth. 1 John 4:8 He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. (See 1 Corinthians 13-“The Love Chapter.”) Forgiveness Matthew 6:14, 15 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Ephesians 4:32 Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you. 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Our Relationship With The Lord Psalms 111:10a The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Proverbs 8:17 I love them that love Me; and those that seek Me early shall find Me. Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light. Matthew 22:37, 38 Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. John 14:23 If a man loves Me, he will keep My Words: and My Father will love him, and We will come unto him, and make Our abode with him. Romans 7:4 Ye also become dead to the law by the body of Christ; that ye should be married to another, even to Him Who is raised from the dead, that we should bring forth fruit unto God. 2 Corinthians 6:16b Ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. Ephesians 5:30 We are members of His body, of His flesh, and of His bones. James 4:8a Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you. Fellowship Hebrews 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. Psalms 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Ecclesiastes 4:9, 10 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up. Matthew 18:20 Where two or three are gathered together in My name, there am I in the midst of them. 1 John 1:7a If we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another. Witnessing Christ To The Lost Psalms 126:6 He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise. Ezekiel 3:17-19 Son of man, I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel: therefore hear the Word at My mouth, and give them warning from Me. When I say unto the wicked, Thou shalt surely die; and thou givest him not warning, nor speakest to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life; the same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at thine hand. Yet if thou warn the wicked, and he turn not from his wickedness, nor from his wicked way, he shall die in his iniquity; but thou hast delivered thy soul. Daniel 12:3 They that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever. Matthew 4:19 Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men. Matthew 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in Heaven. Matthew 9:37, 38 Then saith He unto His disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers are few; Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that He will send forth laborers into His harvest. Mark 8:38 Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of Me and of My Words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when He cometh in the glory of His Father with the holy angels. Mark 16:15 And He said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. John 15:16a Ye have not chosen Me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain. 1 Corinthians 9:16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! 2 Timothy 2:23 But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strife. 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the Word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine. 1 Peter 3:15b Be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear. Giving Proverbs 3:27, 28 Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it. Say not unto thy neighbor, Go, and come again, and to morrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee. Proverbs 11:24, 25 There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty. The liberal soul shall be made fat: And he that watereth shall be watered also himself. Proverbs 19:17 He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will He pay him again. Malachi 3:10 Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in Mine house, and prove Me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of Heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. Luke 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye meet with it shall be measured to you again. Acts 20:35b It is more blessed to give than to receive. 2 Corinthians 9:6, 7 He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 1 John 3:17, 18 Whoso hath this world’s good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him? My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth. How To Find The Will Of God Judges 6:37 Behold, I will put a fleece of wool on the floor; and if the dew be on the fleece only, and it be dry upon all the earth beside, then shall I know that Thou wilt save Israel by mine hand. Psalms 32:8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with Mine eye. Psalms 119:130 The entrance of Thy Words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple. Psalms 143:8b Cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto Thee. Proverbs 3:6 In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 15:22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established. Isaiah 30:21 Thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left. Luke 22:42 Father, if Thou be willing, remove this cup from Me: nevertheless not My will, but Thine, be done. Romans 12:1, 2 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Obedience To God 1 Samuel 15:22 Hath the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. Job 36:11 If they obey and serve Him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures. Isaiah 1:19, 20 If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land: But if ye refuse and rebel, ye shall be devoured with the sword: for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. Luke 6:46 Why call ye Me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? John 13:17 If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them. John 14:15 If ye love Me, keep My commandments. John 15:14 Ye are My friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. Ephesians 6:6 Not with eyeservice, as men pleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. Hebrews 5:8 Though He was a Son, yet learned He obedience by the things which He suffered. Strength And Power Psalms 68:35b The God of Israel is He that giveth strength and power unto His people. Nehemiah 8:10b The joy of the Lord is your strength. Psalms 37:39 The salvation of the righteous is of the Lord: He is their strength in the time of trouble. Isaiah 30:7b Their strength is to sit still. Isaiah 30:15b In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength. Isaiah 40:29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might He increaseth strength. Isaiah 40:31 They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Jeremiah 17:5 Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the Lord. Zechariah 4:6b Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts. 2 Corinthians 4:7 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. 2 Corinthians 12:9, 10b And He said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For when I am weak, then am I strong. Ephesians 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Protection Exodus 14:14 The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace. Psalms 34:7 The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear Him, and delivereth them. Psalms 34:17 The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles. Psalms 46:1, 2 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea. Proverbs 1:33 Whoso hearkeneth unto Me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil. Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower: The righteous runneth into it, and is safe. Isaiah 43:2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. (See Psalms 91-“The Protection Psalm.”) Supply Psalms 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want (lack). Psalms 34:10 They that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. Psalms 37:3 Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. Psalms 37:25 I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. Psalms 68:19a Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loadeth us with benefits. Psalms 84:11b No good thing will He withhold from them that walk uprightly. Matthew 6:25, 26 Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not life more than meat, and the body more than raiment? Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your Heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? Matthew 6:33 Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew 7:9-11 What man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone? Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent? If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in Heaven give good things to them that ask Him? Romans 8:32 He that spared not His Own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? Philippians 4:19 My God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Trials, Temptations, And Tribulations Job 23:10 He knoweth the way that I take: when He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. Proverbs 1:10 My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not. Proverbs 3:11, 12 My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord; neither be weary of His correction: For whom the Lord loveth He correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. Matthew 26:41 Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. 1 Corinthians 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, Who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 2 Timothy 2:3 Endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Hebrews 12:2, 3 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; Who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider Him that endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself, lest ye be weary and faint in your minds. James 1:3 The trying of your faith worketh patience. James 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love Him. 1 Peter 1:7 That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honor and glory at the appearance of Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 2:9a The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations. Suffering Psalms 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all. Psalms 119:67 Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept Thy Word. Psalms 119:71 It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn Thy statutes. Romans 8:18 For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose. 2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. 2 Timothy 2:12 If we suffer, we shall also reign with Him: if we deny Him, He also will deny us. 1 Peter 4:19 Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to Him in well doing, as unto a faithful Creator. Comfort Psalms 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me. Psalms 30:5 For His anger endureth but a moment; in His favor is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. Psalms 119:50 This is my comfort in my affliction: for Thy Word hath quickened me. Psalms 145:14 The Lord upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all those that be bowed down. Psalms 147:3 He healeth up the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. Isaiah 54:7 For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee. Lamentations 3:32, 33 Though He cause grief, yet will He have compassion according to the multitude of His mercies. For He doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men. Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled: Ye believe in God, believe also in Me. John 14:18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. 2 Corinthians 1:4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted by God. Hebrews 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 13:5b He hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. 1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your care upon Him; for He careth for you. Revelation 21:4 God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. Healing Exodus 15:26b I am the Lord that healeth thee. Psalms 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all. Psalms 103:3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; Who healeth all thy diseases. Psalms 107:20 He sent His Word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction. Isaiah 53:5b With His stripes we are healed. Jeremiah 30:17a I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the Lord. Jeremiah 32:27 Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh: is there anything too hard for Me? Malachi 4:2a Unto you that fear My name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in His wings. Matthew 18:19 If two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of My Father which is in Heaven. Luke 17:14b As they went, they were cleansed. James 5:14, 15 Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: and the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. Overcoming The Devil Isaiah 59:19b When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him. 2 Corinthians 2:11 Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds. Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil. Ephesians 6:11, 12 Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Ephesians 6:16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. James 4:7b Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 1 Peter 5:8, 9a Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: who resist steadfast in the faith. 1 John 2:14b The Word of God abideth in you, and ye have overcome the wicked one. 1 John 3:8b For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil. 1 John 4:4b Greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world. Fear Not Psalms 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalms 34:4 I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. Psalms 56:3 What time I am afraid, I will trust in Thee. Psalms 56:11 In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid of what man can do unto me. Psalms 118:6 The Lord is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe. Isaiah 12:2a Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid. Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Thee: because he trusteth in Thee. Isaiah 41:10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: Be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of My righteousness. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. 2 Timothy 1:7 God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. Thankfulness Psalms 34:1 I will bless the Lord at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth. Psalms 107:8 Oh that men would praise the Lord for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men! 1 Corinthians 10:10 Neither murmur ye, as some of them also murmured, and were destroyed of the destroyer. Philippians 2:14 Do all things without murmurings and disputings. Philippians 4:11 I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. 1Thessalonians 5:18 In every thing give thanks. Pride, Self-Righteousness And Humility Proverbs 11:2 When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom. Proverbs 16:18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Daniel 4:37b Those that walk in pride He is able to abase. Matthew 23:12 Whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. Luke 6:41, 42b Why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but perceivest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother’s eye. 2 Corinthians 10:17 He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. Philippians 2:3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. 1 Peter 5:5b, 6 All of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble. Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time. The Power Of The Tongue Psalms 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalms 35:28 My tongue shall speak of Thy righteousness and of Thy praise all the day long. Proverbs 16:24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. Proverbs 17:27 He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. Proverbs 18:21a Death and life are in the power of the tongue. Proverbs 29:11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards. Matthew 12:34b Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. Matthew 12:36, 37 Every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned. Ephesians 4:29 Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. 2 Timothy 2:16 But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness. 2 Timothy 2:24 The servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient. James 1:19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. James 1:26 If any man among you seems to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is vain. (See James 3-“The Tongue Chapter.”) Unity Psalms 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Ecclesiastes 4:9, 10, 12 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up. And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Amos 3:3 Can two walk together, except they be agreed? Romans 12:5 We, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another. Romans 14:19 Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another. Romans 16:17 Mark them which cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. 1 Corinthians 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. Ephesians 4:3 Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Discipleship Matthew 4:19 Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men. Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Matthew 12:50 Whosoever shall do the will of My Father which is in Heaven, the same is My brother, and sister, and mother. Matthew 19:29 Every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for My name’s sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life. Luke 9:23, 24 If any man will come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for My sake, the same shall save it. Luke 9:62 No man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the Kingdom of God. John 8:31b If ye continue in My Word, then are ye My disciples indeed. John 15:8 Herein is My Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be My disciples. 2 Timothy 2:4 No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please Him Who hath chosen him to be a soldier. The Christian’s Relationship to Worldly Society Matthew 10:16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. John 15:19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. Romans 12:2 Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. 2 Corinthians 6:14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath light with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:17 Come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. James 4:4 Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? Whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. 1 John 2:15, 16 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. Persecution Matthew 5:10-12 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceedingly glad: for great is your reward in Heaven: for so persecuted the prophets which were before you. Matthew 10:23a When they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another. John 15:18 If the world hates you, ye know that it hated Me before it hated you. John 15:20 Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his Lord. If they have persecuted Me, they will also persecute you. John 16:2b The time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service. Philippians 1:29 For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake. 2 Timothy 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. Backsliding Psalms 37:31 The law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide. Proverbs 13:15b The way of transgressors is hard. Proverbs 14:14a The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways. 2 Timothy 4:10a Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world. Hebrews 10:38 Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draws back, My soul shall have no pleasure in him. Hebrews 11:15 If they had been mindful of that country from whence they came out, they might have had the opportunity to have returned. 2 Peter 2:20-22 For if after they have escaped the pollution of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them than the beginning. For it had been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than, after they have known it, to turn from the holy commandment delivered unto them. But it happened unto them according to the true proverb, The dog turned to his own vomit again; and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire. Christianity In Crisis Ezekiel 33:31 They come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as My people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they show much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness. Ezekiel 34:2b, 3 Woe be to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! Should not the shepherds feed the flocks? Ye eat the fat, and ye clothe you with the wool, ye kill them that are fed: but ye feed not the flock. Matthew 15:8, 9 This people draweth nigh unto Me with their mouth, and honoureth Me with their lips; but their heart is far from Me. In vain they do worship Me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men. Matthew 22:29 Ye do err, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God. Mark 7:9, 13 Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition. Making the Word of God of none effect through your tradition, which ye have delivered. Acts 7:48 Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet. 2 Timothy 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. Revelation 3:15, 16 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of My mouth. (See Matthew 23-Jesus’ rebuke to the scribes and Pharisees.) The Law Of Christ Matthew 22:37-40 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it. Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. John 1:17 For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. Romans 3:28 Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law. Romans 8:2 The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. Romans 10:4 For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth. Romans 13:8b He that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. Galatians 2:21 I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness comes by the law, then Christ is dead in vain. Galatians 3:13a Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law. Galatians 3:24, 25 The law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. But after that faith comes, we are no longer under a schoolmaster. Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Galatians 5:13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. Galatians 5:14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. 1 Timothy 1:9a Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient. James 2:10 Whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. Creation Vs. Evolution Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created heaven and the earth. Acts 14:15b Ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God, which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein. Romans 1:20-22, 25 For the invisible things of Him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: Because that, when they knew God, they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshiped and served the creature more than the Creator, Who is blessed for ever. 1 Timothy 6:20 Keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called. 2 Timothy 3:7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Hebrews 11:3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the Word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. The “Time Of The End” Signs Of Christ’s Second Coming: Matthew 24:3 And as He sat upon the Mount of Olives, the disciples came unto Him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be and what shall be the sign of Thy coming, and of the end of the world? Matthew 24:5-7 Many shall come in My name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in diverse places. Matthew 24:12, 14 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. And this gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. 2 Thessalonians 2:3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day (of Jesus’ coming) shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition (the antichrist “beast” of Revelation 13). Daniel 12:4 But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased. (See also Matthew 16:3b; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-8; 2 Timothy 3:1-7; 2 Peter 3:3-5.) The Resurrection And Rapture Of The Saved: 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17 For the Lord Himself shall descend from Heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: And the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: And so shall we ever be with the Lord. 1 Corinthians 15:51, 52 Behold, I show you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. (See also 1 John 3:2; Philippians 3:21.) The Judgment Seat Of Christ: 2 Corinthians 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. Daniel 12:2, 3 And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever. The Great White Throne Judgement: Revelation 20:11, 12 And I saw a great white throne, and Him that sat on it, from Whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: And another book was opened, which is the book of life: And the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. Revelation 20:15 And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. The New Heaven And New Earth: Revelation 21:1-4 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a great voice out of Heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and He will dwell with them, and they shall be His people, and God Himself shall be with them, and be their God. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. Revelation 21:16 And the city lieth foursquare, and the length is as large as the breadth: and he measured the city with the reed, twelve thousand furlongs (1, 500 miles or 2, 400 kms). The length and the breadth and the height of it are equal. Revelation 21:24 And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honor into it. Mt 4:19 Da 12: 3 Mt 19:28 Mt 10:36-38 Mk 8:36-38 Lu 9:23-24 Lu 14:33 1Co 10:13 1Co 10:31 1Jn 5:12 1Jn 5:13 Mt 7:20 Jn 13:17 Ro 11: 8 Ph 4:19 2Ti 3:12 Tit 3: 5 Ja 4: 3 Ja 4: 7-10 Ja 4:14 Mt 9:37 Mt 9:38 Mk 16:15 Jn 4:35 Jn 15:16 Ac 1: 8 Ac 2:44, 45 Ac 5:42 Ac 20:20 Ac 20:31 Jn 3:16 Jn 3:36 Ro 3:23 Ro 6:23 Ro 10: 9 Ro 10:10 Ep 2:8, 9 Ph 4:13 1Jn 3:16 Re 3:20 until next time Rev. Elder Simon Kidd.

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The Blessings Of Old Age: From the Elder:Rev. Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St Owingsville Ky, 859-274-2617 Old Church of God of the New Covenant. A. Old age has its own special beauty and glory: even though other may not think the same way, God tells us this about the aged person! Pro.16:31 - The hoary (gray) head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness Pro.20:29b - The beauty of old men is the gray head B. God's Word says that the elderly should be honored and respected: Lev.19:32 - Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honor the face of the old man Job 32:4, 6 - Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he Pro.23:22 - Hearken unto thy father...and despise not (respect) thy mother when she is old C. The passing of years usually brings wisdom: Job 12:12 - With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding Job 32:7 - Days should speak, and multitude of years...teach wisdom 1Ki.12:1-16 - D. Long years of trusting the Lord brings assurance: Psalm.37:25 - I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken E. We shouldn't be sad about old age: Eccl.11:10 - Remove sorrow from thy heart...for childhood and youth are vanity 2. God's Special Help In Our Old Age: Isa.46:4 - Even to your old age I am He; and even to hoar hairs will I carry you...and will deliver you (See also Psa.71:8, 9, 17, 18) 3. Desiring Long Life: A. Before the flood, men lived to very great ages: (See Gen.5:1-32; 7:11; 9:28, 29.) B. After the flood, lifespans began to shorten: (See Gen.11:10-32; 25:7, 8, 17; 35:28; 47:8, 9; Deut.34:7a; Josh.24:29.) C. Today's average lifespan: Psa.90:10 - The days of our years are (seventy); and if by reason of strength they be (eighty) years D. Old age a blessing for a righteous life: 2Chr.24:15 - Gen.15:15 - Thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace...in good old age Gen.25:8 - Abraham...died in a good old age...full of years Deut.34:7 - Moses was an 120 years old when he died: his eye was not dim, nor his natural force abated 1Chr.29:28 - He died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor Job 5:26 - Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a (sheave of grain is gathered) in his season Psa.91:14, 16 - He hath set his love on Me...with long life will I satisfy him Isa.65:22 - As the days of a tree are the days of My people, and Mine elect shall long enjoy the work of their hands Zech.8:3, 4 - There shall yet old men and old women...every man with his staff in his hand for very age E. How to obtain the blessing of longevity: Deut.5:33 - Walk in all the ways which the Lord...commanded you, that ye may live...prolong your days Deut.30:20 - Love the Lord thy God...obey His voice...for He is thy life, and the length of thy days Psalm.34:12-14 - What man...desireth life, and loveth many days? Keep thy tongue from evil and guile...do good; seek peace Pro.3:1, 2 - Let thine heart keep My commandments: for length of days, and long life...shall they add to thee Pro.9:10, 11 - For by Me (wisdom) thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased Pro.10:27 - The fear of the Lord prolongeth days (See also Pro.3:13, 16a; 4:7, 10; 9:10, 11; 1Pet.3:10, 11; Exo.20:12.) F. Praying for more time to live and serve the Lord: 2Ki.20:1-7 - Psalm.71:18 - Forsake me not; until I have shewed Thy strength unto this generation, and...to everyone that is to come G. Keeping up the will to live to help others: Phi.1:23-25 - Having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ... to abide in the flesh is more needful for you H. God sometimes revealed to men their time of departing: Psa.39:4 - Lord, make me to know...the measure of my days, what it is; that I may know how frail I am Psalm.90:12 - Teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom Lk.2:26 - It was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen...Christ 2Tim.4:6, 7 - I am now ready...the time of my departure is at hand 2Pet.1:14 - Shortly I must put off this my tabernacle, even as our Lord Jesus Christ hath shewed me 2Ki.2:3 - Knowest thou that the Lord will take (Elijah) away today? I. They often gave parting instructions to their family: Gen.49:1, 33 - (See also Gen.50:22-26; 1Ki.2:1-3, 10.) J. The futility of worrying that our time has come: Gen.27:1-4 - 1Sam.27:1 - I shall perish one day by the hand of Saul (See also Heb.2:15) K. Trusting God to keep you alive until His appointed time: Job 7:1 - Is there not an appointed time to man upon earth? Psa.31:15a - My times are in Thy hand Psa.48:14 - God...is our guide even unto death L. Sometimes not living to old age is a greater blessing: Gen.5:23, 24 - Isa.57:1 - Merciful men are taken away...the righteous is taken away from the evil to come (See also 1Ki.14:12, 13) 4. God Can Mightily Use Aged Believers: A. Promises of fruitfulness: Psa.92:13, 14 - They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be (fresh) and flourishing B. Material ministering and good deeds: 2Sam.19:32-35 - C. Spiritual ministries: Exo.7:7 - Joel 2:28 - I will pour out My Spirit upon all flesh; and...your old men shall dream dreams (See also Acts 2:16, 17) Dan.9:1; 10:1 - Rev.1:1, 9 - D. Some conditions to being used of God: Tit.2:2, 3 - Aged men be sober, (reverent), temperate, sound in faith, in love, in patience E. The ministry of prayer: 1Sam.12:1, 2, 16, 19 - Lk.2:36, 37 - Anna, a prophetess...of about (84 years old), served God with fastings and prayers night and day 1Tim.5:5, 9 - F. Witnessing: Lk.2:36-38 - Phlm.9-11, 16 - Paul the aged Acts 28:30, 31 - (See also 2Tim.1:5; 3:15 - Witnessing to our children and grandchildren) G. God can use those who think they are too old: Gen.18:10-14; 21:1, 2 - (See also Gen.17:15-17; Lk.1:36.) H. God sometimes doesn't really use us until we're older and wiser: Acts 7:23-34 - I. Keep faithfully serving Jesus till our parting day: 2Pet.1:12-15 - I think it meet, as long as I am in this (body), to stir you up J. Steadfastly enduring adversity in old age: Psalm.9, 10 - Paul the aged, and now also a prisoner...in bonds Rev.1:9 - 5. Strength In Old Age: A. God can give us strength and health: Deut.33:25 - As thy days, so shall thy strength be Deut.34:7 - Moses an 120 years old...his eye was not dim, nor his natural force abated Isa.40:29 - To them that have no might He increaseth strength Psa.103:5 - satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's Joshua.14:7, 10, 11 - I (Caleb) am this day (85) years old. As yet I am as strong this day as I was B. Courage and determination give strength and victory in old age: Joshua.14:10-14 - Give me this mountain The Lord will be with me...I shall drive them out C. Giving God the credit for keeping us during a difficult life: Joshua.14:10 - Behold, the Lord hath kept me alive, these (45) years... in the wilderness...and I am this day (85) years old 6. Cautions Regarding Old Age: A. We must not assume that age alone always makes us wiser: Job 32:9 - Great men are not always wise: neither do the aged understand judgment (See also Psa.119:100) B. Without God, the wisdom of the aged comes to nought: Job 12:13, 20 - With Him (God) is wisdom...He...taketh away the understanding of the aged C. Caution against becoming too set in our ways: Eccl.4:13 - Better is a...wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished D. Caution against losing conviction in old age: 1Ki.11:4 - When Solomon was old, his wives turned away his heart after other gods: and his heart was not perfect with God E. Unwisely comparing former glories to the present: Eccl.7:10 - Say not thou, What is the cause that the former days were better than these? Thou dost not enquire wisely Ezra 3:11, 12 - (See also Hag.2:3) 7. Joy In Children And In Grandchildren: Pro.17:6 - Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers Gen.37:3 - Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because he was the son of his old age Ruth 4:13-16 - a nourisher of thine old age (See also Lk.1:5-7, 13, 18-20) Until next Time your servant and Brother in Christ: Simon.Kidd

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The Bible is the inspired Word of God and the revealed Will of God and through it God speaks to us today. From: the Elder, Rev: Simon Kidd How would anyone know what God is saying, if they refused what He says, as truth in His word, the scriptures? He Gives Us through this truth, the understanding of what He calls, Sanctify, and Jesus says, to God sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. John 17:17 the just as it is is the truth. And seeking the scripture we are given His guide to life, so we understand that He requires us to be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32 The scripture brings us to understand this, But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. James 1:22 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Psalms 51:10 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Psalms 37:4 Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right. Proverbs 20:11 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable. Psalms 145:3 Honor thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. Exodus 20:12 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, and today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile. Psalms 34:13 Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight. Proverbs 12:22 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. John 10:27 Now Christ rose from the dead, and became the firstfruits of them that slept. 1 Corinthians 15:20 Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law. Psalms 119:18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Proverbs 16:18 Quench not the Spirit. 1 Thessalonians 5:19 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. Philippians 4:4 Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me. John 5:39 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalms 119:105 Unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. John 6:47 We love him, because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19 EXcept ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish. Luke 13:3 Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. John 15:14 Zion shall be redeemed with judgment, and she converts with righteousness. Isaiah 1:27 that Scripture is to be our guide in learning how to interpret Scripture, and this means we must imitate the apostolic handling of the Old Testament, paying close attention to language, syntax, context, narrative flow, literary styles, and typology—all of it integrated in Jesus Christ Himself. We should deny that the Bible can be rightly understood by any hermeneutical grid not derived from the Scriptures themselves That the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the Word of God, and the only rule of faith and practice. References: Psalm 119:9-16; II Timothy 3:16-17; Romans 1:19-21. The Bible is the inspired Word of God and the revealed Will of God (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 1 Peter 1:23-25; Heb. 4:12). That is the bible is telling us Scriptures Inspired: The Bible is the inspired Word of God, a revelation from God to man, the complete and infallible authority for faith and conduct, and is superior to conscience and reason (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Peter 1:23-25; Hebrew 4:12). When we say, The Holy Scriptures are the very truth, and the only answers to life. believe the Scriptures—both the Old and New Testaments—to be the verbally inspired Word of God, written by men in God’s control, inerrant and infallible in the original manuscripts and the final authority in faith and life. We accept the literal, grammatical-historical system of interpretation of the Scriptures, and accept the historical record of the Bible as accurate and adequate (2 Tim. 3:15-17; 2 Pet. 1:20, 21; Ps. 19:7-9). The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21). And when we take the bible just as God has handed it down to us we learn what is said in these things. How would anyone Know???? THIS!!! 1. GOD The Scriptures tell us that there is only one true, living and eternal God and that the Godhead is revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. A. One True and Eternal God: Deuteronomy 6:4; 33:27; Jeremiah 10:10; Matthew 3:15-16; 28:19; Mark 12:29; John 14:9-11; I Thessalonians 1:9; Timothy 1:17; 2:5; 6:7; Hebrews 1:1-13; 3:12 B The Godhead: 1) God as Father: Genesis 1:1; Matthew 6:9; Ephesians 4:6 2) God as Son: Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 16:16; John 1:1; 3:14, 16; 14:28; I Corinthians 15:28; Hebrews 1:18 a) Virgin Birth of Jesus: Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 3) God as Holy Spirit: John 14:16, 26; Acts 1:5, 8; 2:1-4; Romans 8:16 2. The Bible The bible tells us that the Holy Scriptures are the Old and New Testaments; the inspired and infallible Word of God and therein is found the only reliable guide of Christian faith and its conduct. A. The Inspired Revelation: Luke 24:44-46; Romans 16:25-26; II Timothy 3:15-17; Hebrews 1:1-2; II Peter 1:20-21 B. The Infallible Word: Isaiah 40:8; Luke 21:33; John 17:17; Titus 1:2; I Peter 1:25 C. The Reliable Guide: Deuteronomy 6:6-9; Psalms 19:7-10; 119:105; 140; John 5:39; Acts 17:11-12; Romans 10:14-15; 15:14; II Timothy 3:16-17 3. Man Through the Bible we know that God created man in his own image to bring Him honor through obedience and that when man disobeyed; he became a fallen and sinful creature, unable to save himself. that infants are in the covenant of God’s grace already, and that all persons become accountable to God when they reach a state of moral responsibility. A. Man’s Origin: Genesis 1:26-27; 2:7; Psalms 8:5 B. Man’s Purpose: Genesis 1:28-31; 2:15-25; Isaiah 43:7 C. Man’s Sin: Genesis 3: 1-24; Psalms 51:5; Jeremiah 13:23; Romans 1:18-3:23; 5:12-21; 7:1-25 D. Man’s Accountability: Matthew 19:13-15; Romans 4:15; 5:13; 6:16; Hebrews 11:24-26 4. Salvation The bible just as it is tell us that salvation (regeneration, sanctification, justification and redemption) has been provided for all mankind through the redemptive work (life, death, resurrection, ascension and intercession) of Jesus Christ, and that this Salvation can be received only through repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ. A. Salvation: Hebrews 5:9; 7:25; I Thessalonians 5:9; I Peter 1:9 B. Regeneration: John 3:3-8; 1:11-13; I Peter 1:23; Ephesians 2:1-10; II Corinthians 5:17; II Peter 1:4; Titus 3:5 C. Sanctification: I Corinthians 1:30; Ephesians 5:26; Hebrews 10:9-10, 29; 13:12; II Timothy 2:21; Romans 12:1-2; I Peter 1:2 D. Justification: Romans 3:20-24; 5:1-2; 18; 8:30-33; Acts 13:38-39; I Corinthians 6:11; II Corinthians 5:21 E. Redemption: Matthew 20:28; Isaiah 53:6; Colossians 1:14; Titus 2:14; I Peter 1:18-19; Revelation 5:9 F. Christ Redemptive Work: John 3:16; Romans 5:8; Hebrews 2:9; Revelation 22:17; II Peter 3:9; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9 G. Life and Death: Romans 5:10; Hebrews 9:12-15; John 10:11; I John 3:16 H. Resurrection: Romans 4:25; I Peter 1:3; I Corinthians 15:14, 17 I. Ascension: Hebrews 4:14-16; 6:19-20; 9:24; 10:11-12 J. Intercession: Romans 8:34; Hebrews 9:15; Isaiah 53:12; I Timothy 2:5 K. Repentance: Isaiah 55:6-7; Luke 24:47; 13: 3-5; Acts 2:38; I Thessalonians 1:9-10 L. Faith: John 3:16-18; Hebrews 11:1; 6; I Peter 1:5 5. Assurance and Endurance That we have to go all the way until death or Jesus returns to receive completed Salvation. that those that abide in Christ have the assurance of salvation. However, we believe that the Christian retains his freedom of choice; therefore, it is possible for him to turn away from God and be finally lost. A. Assurance: Matthew 28:20; I Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 5:9 B. Endurance: Matthew 10:33; Luke 9:62; Colossians 1:23; Revelations 2:10-11; 3:3-5 C. Warnings: John 15:6; Romans 11:20-23; Galatians 5:4; Hebrews 3:12; 10:26-29; II Peter 2:20-21 D. Finally Lost: John 15:6; I Corinthians 9:27; Hebrews 6:4-6 6. Christian Duties God tells us that Christians should live faithfully by serving in and through the local church, praying diligently, witnessing earnestly, practicing tolerance, showing loving kindness, giving as God prospers and conducting themselves in such a way as to bring glory to God. A. Faithful Service: I Chronicles 16:11; Psalms 101:6; Matthew 28:18-20; John 15:7-14; Romans 12:14; I Corinthians 13; II Corinthians 8, 9; Ephesians 4, 6; Hebrews 12:1 B. Prayer: II Chronicles 7:14; Daniel 6:10; Matthew 6:1-13; 26:41; Luke 18:1; I Thessalonians 5:17 C. Witnessing: Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 1:8 D. Tolerance: Matthew 18:15-17; Luke 10:27; Galatians 5:22-23; II Peter 1:5-9 E. Loving Kindness: John 13:35; I John 3:11; 4:7, 11-12 F. Financial Stewardship: Matthew 23:23; I Corinthians 16:2; II Corinthians 9:6-7 is first under the all Christian, and all New Covenant is to begin at Home as 1 Timothy 5:5-8 tells us, it is not God placing the , the Tithe in the new covenant walk, to a priesthood, 7. The Church All saved are His church people, that the Church Universal is the Body of Christ, the fellowship of all believers, and that its members have been called out of the world to come under the dominion and authority of Christ, its head. that a local church is a fellowship of Christians, a part of the Body of Christ, voluntarily banded together for worship, nurture and service. A. The Church Universal: Matthew 16:18; John 10:10; I Corinthians 3:16; 12:12-14, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23; Colossians 1:18, 24; Hebrews 12:23 B. The Local Church: Matthew 18:17; Acts 2:38-47; 11:19-30; Revelation 1:4; 3:22 1) Worship and Service: Romans 12:1; I Corinthians 14:12; 23-25; Hebrews 10:25; James 1:26-27 2) Nurture: Ephesians 4; II Peter 1:2-8; 3:18 8. Ordinances The person understands that baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and the washing of the saints feet, are ordinances instituted by Christ to be observed by Christians only. At that time of understanding We also believe that the Biblical mode of baptism is immersion and participation in the Lord’s Supper should be open to all Christians. (Note: Several associations and local churches recognize feet washing as an ordinance. We believe that this should be left to the individual and that neither the practice nor the non practice of it should be any bar to fellowship, either in the church, local John 13:1; I Timothy 5:10.) We have this each year on the Wednesday evening before Easter Sunday morning. A. Baptism 1) Instituted: Matthew 3:13-15; 28:19 2) Subjects: Acts 2:41; 8:12; 37-38; 10:47-48; 16:30-33; 19:5 3) Biblical Mode: Romans 6:3-5; Colossians 2:12 4) Purpose: Matthew 3:14; I Peter 3:21 B. Communion 1) Instituted: Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:19-20; I Corinthians 11:23-25 2) Subjects: I Corinthians 11:27-29 3) Purpose: I Corinthians 11:26 Washing of Feet: John 13:2–17 1 Corinthians 11:1 - 2 : Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you. We are commanded to wash feet by the head of the New Testament church, Jesus Christ.Jesus said “ye also ought to wash one another’s feet.” John 13:14 : If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet. How do you biblically wash your feet? The Lord’s blood-sealed New Testament might be set into operation (Matthew26:28; Hebrews 9:15; Romans 1:16-17); replacing the Old Testament (Colossians 2:14-17: Romans 7:6; Galatians 3:19-25; Ephesians 2:14-18; Hebrews 8:6-13, and 9:11-15; The Foot-Washing The people whose feet are going to be washed come forward and seat themselves. Someone reads John 13:1-11.. .. Each person removes the footgear from one foot.. .. The foot-washing continues until everyone's feet have been washed. Someone reads John 13:12-17. Believers who wash each other’s feet show that they share in the body of Christ.2 They thus acknowledge their frequent need of cleansing, renew their willingness to let go of pride and worldly power, and offer their lives in humble service and sacrificial love.3 John 13:14-15. John 13:8. Matt. 20:20-28; Mark 9:30-37; Luke 22:25-27. A. Sanctity: Exodus 20:8; Isaiah 58:13-14 B. Observance: Mark 2:27-28; Luke 4:16; 14:1-6; Acts 20:7; I Corinthians 16:2; Revelation 1:10 10. Last Things We all can say and believe in the personal return of Jesus Christ and in the bodily resurrection of the dead. We believe that God will judge all mankind by Jesus Christ; that He will reward the righteous with eternal life in heaven; that He will banish the unrighteous to everlasting punishment in hell. A. Return: Matthew 24, 25; Luke 12:40; John 14:3; Acts 1:11; I John 3:2; Revelation 1:7 B. Resurrection: John 5:25, 28-29, 6:40; 11:24-25; Romans 8:11; I Corinthians 15; Philippians 3:21; I Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 20:4-6 C. Judgment and Reward: Matthew 25:21; Mark 9:43-48; John 5:27; Acts 17:31; Romans 2:16; 14:12; II Corinthians 5:1, 10; Colossians 3:24; II Thessalonians 1:7-10; Hebrews 9:27; II Peter 3:8-13; Jude 21; Revelation 2:7; 14:13; 20:10-15; 22:12 Until next time, IS God’s bible good enough for you? The Elder:

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: Biblical concept of “love,
The word hesed also carries the idea of peace along with the word Love. Kindness of God to us first. From the Elder: Did you know? This amazing and powerful Hebrew word (Hesed) occurs nearly 250 times throughout all the major divisions of the Old Testament (Law, Prophets, and Writings), 127 of which are in the Psalms (with 26 of those in Psalm 136 alone). The Bible describes God's unconditional or loyal love, look at what a Holy God is telling us about How He loves us all. for us to be using the Hebrew word khesed. Is saying How much He loves us. This word means all of these things and it is coming from the scripture, love kindness loving-kindness steadfast love (or faithful love) loyalty (or unswervingly loyal) favor mercy beauty righteous devotion faithfulness gracious covenant (or covenant loyalty) grace goodness loving instruction covenant friendship Jer. 31:31 Heb. 8:1-13 Remember this God chose who He would send as the savior, so He could give all of us that special Love choice of John 3:16. So when we understand the Hesed love, from God we can see this in it Hesed is one of the most fundamental characteristics of God, consistent with what we know about His covenantal nature. Hesed is “wrapping up in itself all the positive attributes of God: love, covenant faithfulness, mercy, grace, kindness, loyalty–in short, acts of devotion and loving-kindness that go beyond the requirements of duty so Throughout the Hebrew Bible, we see hesed translated in a number of different ways; steadfast love, mercy, kindness, and goodness This is saying the same thing Jesus said. Jesus calls us, as followers, to… Love our enemies Love one another as He loves Love the Lord with all our hearts, minds, and souls Love our children Love our spouses In the New Testament, we see more aspects of God’s love. We don’t love our enemies in the same way we love our children. Nevertheless, Jesus calls us to love. So, what types of love is He describing? God’s love is perfect and is a model for how to love.When we meditate on the love of God, we need to meditate on the work He sent His Son to accomplish on the cross. It was His love that caused Him to send His only Son to be the Savior (John 3:16). It was love that kept Him on the cross. It is love that will bring our King back one day. Like a bride adorned and waiting for her groom, the church awaits her King. Christ came once, and His love was gracious and redeeming. Christ will come again, and His love will graciously invite us into His kingdom and forever into eternity. God’s love is sacrificial. “God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins” (1 John 4:9-10). We cannot be separated from God’s love. “And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, nor our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:38-39). Absolutely nothing within our entire universe, seen or unseen, can separate us from God’s kind, gentle, and merciful affection for us. His love is deeper than we can comprehend and eternally with us. Pray this prayer to God as your reflect on these 10 attributes about God’s love: Lord God, Thank you for your unfathomable love for me. Please heal my wounds inflicted by people who claimed to love me. May I embrace your love and walk in your gentleness, protection, and mercy. In Jesus’ name, Amen. God’s love is gracious because it is unmerited, favorable, freely given, and undeserved. If you would be faithful to obey the words of Ephesians 5:1-2 and imitate God, then consider His love as you walk in love. Did you know? The Love of God is ETERNAL So when we understand this we see Him as a love forever toward us, God’s love is eternal for real. “’For the mountains may move and the hills disappear, but even then my faithful love for you will remain. My covenant of blessing will never be broken, ’ says the LORD, who has mercy on you” (Isaiah 54:10). So the bible says this to us, God’s love is always with us, even in our pain and suffering. “When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior” (Isaiah 43:2-3). So God’s love is protective. “But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy. For you bless the godly, O LORD; you surround them with your shield of love” (Psalm 5:11-12). Because God is eternal, His love began before time even began. Because His love is eternal, it is everlasting love! It has no beginning, and it has no end. Ephesians 1:4-5 declares, “…in love having predestined us”. In this short phrase, all human effort, comprehension, and wisdom are shattered! He set His love upon the believer before breath entered our lungs. Before the foundation of the earth, He loved us! God is the supreme and independent authority, so nothing controls His love but Him. He is under no obligation to love anyone, and as Psalm 115:3 says, “Our God is in the heavens, He does as He pleases.” Romans 9:13 contains one of the most eye-opening truths in all of the New Testament about the sovereignty of God in choosing to love. Paul quotes the word of the LORD in saying, “Jacob I loved, Esau I hated, ” meaning He chose to favor one above the other for no reason except that He sovereignly chose to. Did God choose to love you because He “foresaw” that you would love Him back? Did He look down the tunnel of time and decide to choose those who would choose Him? No! Man is not in the driver’s seat of God’s love. Ephesians 1:4-5 describes God’s choice to love us as being “to the good pleasure of His will.” What a glorious God He is, that He would choose to love us! There is no limit to God’s love. He will never run out of love for His people, nor can you ever use up all the love He gives. His love cannot be fathomed, and it reaches beyond all human comprehension (Ephesians 3:19). God’s love is forgiving and full of grace. Even when God’s people refused to obey His Word, even after He performed miracles on their behalf, God was “a God of forgiveness, gracious and merciful, slow to become angry, and rich in unfailing love” (Nehemiah 9:17). Romans 8:38-39 outlines the beautiful promise that nothing in heaven, hell, or on earth can separate us from the love of God. His infinite love is limitless, unstoppable, and immeasurable. James 1:17 tells us that there is no “shifting shadow” with God, and when it comes to His love, isn’t that a comforting truth? Unlike worldly, fickle, transactional love, God’s love is steady and unchanging. Like His immutable nature, His immutable love does not shift or cease. His lovingkindness and tender mercies towards the believer are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23). When you think of the cast of characters in Scripture who sinned and yet were still loved by God, you can see how His love for you will never change even when you stumble and sin as a believer. Abraham, Moses, Jacob, David, Peter, and a host of others, reminds us that God is a God of unfailing love — even when His people fail. Since God is holy, His love is perfect, pure, righteous, and without fault. Not one aspect of God’s love is weak, unfair, soft, or wrong. God’s love never hits the wrong target. One key truth to remember about God’s love being holy is that He will discipline those whom He loves. Hebrews 12:6 unpacks this reality. God’s love does not wink at sin, nor will He abandon His children in their sin. He will discipline His children because He loves them. God’s love is compassionate. “But you, O Lord, are a God of compassion and mercy, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness” (Psalm 86.15). If you ever think something is wrong with God’s love, you can rest assured only you are wrong. If you are ever fearful that His love for you is not perfect enough, cling to the promise that “perfect love casts out fear”(1 John 4:18). You will not be condemned on the day of judgment if you have put your faith in Christ and surrendered your life to a holy God (Romans 8:1). God’s love is gentle. “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls’” (Matthew 11:28-29). God’s love is faithful and merciful. The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning” (Lamentations 3:22-23). When, celebrating God’s love in the Bible. You’ll find it in Psalm 118. Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » There is no one free for human troubles.
WHEN YOU ARE BROKEN Psalm 119:50 we should read! To be Christian does not take us out of having any trouble. From the Kidd family Ministry box 463 East High st. Owingsville Ky [email protected]. Phone 859-274-2617 State Pastor Rev. Elder Simon Kidd Old Church of God of the New Covenant. 1 Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13, Eph. 2:15-21. Jer: 3:15-17 Jer. 31:31, Heb. 8:1-13. There is no doubt that life is filled with battles, victories, and everything in between. We have days where we smile, laugh, and celebrate. There are times when the saved person can only pray as they hurt. And we also have days where we cry, hurt, and grief. But we are never out of hope. And that it is okay to cry! That is the crude reality of life that in the flesh we will have troubles.. The Question was? Is it normal to have bad days? Yes. However, there is hope, light, and comfort in Jesus. We may not always be “okay”, but we will always have hope in Jesus! So, regardless of the situation you’re facing, below you will find what God tells us in the scripture, for His answers about encouraging words from Him for difficult times! When we are in need of encouraging bible answers, such as when we feel, Abandoned Afflicted Scared Afraid Fearful Troubled Restless Rejected Forgotten Lost Anxious Distressed Unsafe Helpless Unheard Hopeless Sick Alone Heartbroken Do you feel identified? If you can relate to any of these, you’re not alone. I have felt identified by these titles more than enough times to know how it feels like being in those shoes. It’s not easy. However, time after time, God has pulled me out of every dark feeling and situation. He says This is my comfort in my affliction and should be yours as well. For Your word has given me life. Do you know about these people of the Bible? The children of God suffer with purpose. MEN OF GOD WHO SUFFERED Job Joseph David Daniel Paul WOMEN OF GOD WHO SUFFERED Hannah Esther Sarah Ruth Naomi In times of trouble, Fill your heart with God’s WORD. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord Do you want a fix for what trouble you are in? Psalm (147)3: He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds Learn What Does The Bible Say About Suffering? Suffering! Just the sound of the word makes me shiver! As common as suffering is, seasons of suffering are never welcomed with open arms. How can suffering be used for a good purpose when it hurts so much? Whether or not you’re going through a season of suffering right now, I’m sure you’ve questioned the purpose behind suffering at some point. Why does God allow his children to suffer? Well today we are going to dive into scripture to discover what the Bible says about suffering! What does the Bible say about suffering and how can you deal with suffering? Let’s see! Encouraging Bible Verses For When You’re Feeling…. Bad and in trouble! . WHEN FEELING ABANDONED Psalm (27)10: When my father and my mother forsake me, Then the LORD will take care of me. WHEN FEELING AFFLICTED Psalm (10)17: O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted; you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear. WHEN FEELING SCARED Psalm (121) The LORD shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul. WHEN FEELING AFRAID Psalm (56)3: Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. Psalm (56)4: In God (I will praise His word), In God I have put my trust; I will not fear. What can flesh do to me? WHEN FEELING FEARFUL Psalm (27)1: The LORD is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid? WHEN FEELING TROUBLED Psalm (25)17: The troubles of my heart have enlarged; Bring me out of my distresses! WHEN FEELING RESTLESS Psalm (62)1: Truly my soul silently waits for God; From Him comes my salvation. WHEN FEELING REJECTED Psalm (94)14: The LORD will not reject his people; he will not abandon his special possession. WHEN FEELING FORGOTTEN Psalm (115) 12: The LORD has been mindful of us; He will bless us; He will bless the house of Israel; He will bless the house of Aaron. WHEN FEELING LOST Psalm (119)176 I have gone astray like a lost sheep; Seek Your servant, For I do not forget Your commandments. WHEN FEELING ANXIOUS Psalm (94)19: In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul. WHEN FEELING DISTRESSED Psalm (119)143: Trouble and anguish have overtaken me, Yet Your commandments are my delights. Helpful Bible Verses For When You’re Needing…….. WHEN NEEDING SAFETY Psalm (16)1: Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge WHEN NEEDING HELP Psalm (70)5: But I am poor and needy; Make haste to me, O God! You are my help and my deliverer; O LORD, do not delay. Psalm (121)2: My help comes from the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. WHEN NEEDING COMPASSION Psalm (119)77: Let Your tender mercies come to me, that I may live; For Your law is my delight. WHEN NEEDING TO BE SAVED Psalm (119)94: I am Yours, save me; For I have sought Your precepts. WHEN NEEDING TO BE SUSTAINED Psalm (119)116: Uphold me according to Your word, that I may live; And do not let me be ashamed of my hope. WHEN NEEDING TO BE HEARD Psalm (18)6: In my distress I called upon the LORD, And cried out to my God; He heard my voice from His temple, And my cry came before Him, even to His ears. WHEN NEEDING YOUR PRAYER TO BE HEARD Psalm (102)1: A Prayer of the afflicted, when he is overwhelmed and pours out his complaint before the LORD. Hear my prayer, O LORD, And let my cry come to You. WHEN NEEDING ANSWERS Psalm (120)1: In my distress I cried to the LORD, And He heard me. WHEN NEEDING MERCY Psalm (57)1: Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me! For my soul trusts in You; And in the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge, Until these calamities have passed by. WHEN NEEDING DIRECTION Psalm (119)133: Direct my steps by Your word, And let no iniquity have dominion over me. WHEN NEEDING just a little HOPE Psalm (62)5: My soul, wait silently for God alone, For my expectation is from Him. Powerful Bible Verses For When You Are….. WHEN YOU’RE PURSUING A DREAM Psalm (37)4: Delight yourself also in the LORD, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. WHEN YOU ARE ASHAMED Psalm (71)1: In You, O LORD, I put my trust; Let me never be put to shame. WHEN YOU ARE CRYING Psalm (119)169: Let my cry come before You, O LORD; Give me understanding according to Your word. WHEN YOU ARE SUFFERING Psalm (119)107: I am afflicted very much; Revive me, O LORD, according to Your word. WHEN YOU ARE SICK Psalm (30)2: O LORD my God, I cried out to You, and You healed me. WHEN YOU ARE ALONE Deuteronomy (31)6: Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you. What Does The Bible Say About Suffering? Suffering is part of the journey, but in God we are able to find peace, hope, and comfort. Suffering is a cross many believers have to carry in different seasons of life. Matthew 10:38 And he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. Philippians 1:29 For to you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake. The world suffers too. However, we have hope in the midst of suffering. John 16:33 These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” Suffering is momentary, not eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, 2 Corinthians 4:18 while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.. Suffering can’t separate us from God’s love. Romans 8:35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Romans 8:38-39 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus suffered in the flesh in order to accomplish his purpose on earth. 1 Peter 4:1 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin. (NKJV) Jesus sympathizes with our suffering. Hebrews 4:15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. God uses suffering to work on us. Suffering produces patience. James 1:2-4 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. When we suffer, God is able to mold us with more liberty. 1 Peter 5:10 But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. Suffering teaches us obedience. Hebrews 5:8 Though He was a Son, yet He learned obedience by the things which He suffered. . When we suffer, we get to know God better. Suffering helps us understand the power, purpose, and sufferings of Jesus Christ. Philippians 3:10 That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death. Suffering helps us know and attend God’s Word with more devotion. Psalm 119:71 It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I may learn Your statutes. Through suffering we are able to experience God’s comfort & comfort others. 2 Corinthians 1:5 For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. God uses suffering to show His glory in us and through us. Romans 8:18 For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. Romans 8:16-17 The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together. We are never alone. God gives us hope in the midst of suffering. 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed— always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.” Psalm 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. Revelation 21:4 And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.” How to deal with suffering the bible has answers to our questions. Take your pain to God through prayer. Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. Accept that God’s will is perfect. Matthew 26:42 O My Father, if this cup cannot pass away from Me unless I drink it, Your will be done.” Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Maintain a grateful and hopeful heart. Psalm 69:29-30 But I am poor and sorrowful; Let Your salvation, O God, set me up on high. I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify Him with thanksgiving. Until next time, your servant and brother in Christ, The Elder Rev. Simon Kidd.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Biblical concept of “love,
If I wanted to study the Biblical concept of “love, I would study passages like: 1 Corinthians 13, John 3.16, John 15, Romans 5.5-11, Romans 8.35-39, Galatians 5.22-25, Ephesians 2.1-10, Ephesians 3.14-21, etc. The earth and everything in it, the world and its inhabitants, belong to the Lord. – Psalm 24:1 But remember that God does have a say in the saved person's life. Riches and honor come from You, and You are the ruler of everything. Power and might are in Your hand, and it is in Your hand to make great and to give strength to all. – 1 Chronicles 29:12 Every generous act and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights; with Him there is no variation or shadow cast by turning. – James 1:17 Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically, as something done for the Lord and not for men, knowing that you will receive the reward of an inheritance from the Lord. You serve the Lord Christ. – Colossians 3:23-24 “His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful slave! You were faithful over a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Share your master’s joy! ’ – Matthew 25:21 Precious treasure and oil are in the dwelling of a wise person, but a foolish man consumes them. – Proverbs 21:20 Honor the Lord with your possessions and with the first produce of your entire harvest. – Proverbs 3:9 For everyone who has, more will be given, and he will have more than enough. But from the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him. – Matthew 25:29 Based on the gift each one has received, use it to serve others, as good managers of the varied grace of God. – 1 Peter 4:10 So if you have not been faithful with the unrighteous money, who will trust you with what is genuine? – Luke 16:11 Remember this: The person who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the person who sows generously will also reap generously. Each person should do as he has decided in his heart—not reluctantly or out of necessity, for God loves a cheerful giver. – 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Use everything you have to point others to God and to advance His Kingdom. Why not just read this one more time? Genesis 3:22-24 – Adam and Eve are forced out of the Garden. Genesis 7 and 8 – Noah builds an ark and takes refuge from the flood. Genesis 12:1 – The call of Abram: “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you.” Genesis 12:10 – “Now there was a famine in the land. So Abram went down to Egypt to reside there as an alien, for the famine was severe in the land.” Genesis 19 – Lot takes his family and flees Sodom. Genesis 23 – Abraham is a stranger and an alien in the land of Canaan. Genesis 46:1-7 – Jacob moves his family to Egypt to escape the famine and reunite with Joseph. Genesis 47: 1-6 – Joseph brings his brothers to Pharaoh and they are welcomed and given jobs. Exodus 1:8-14 – Joseph’s generation is gone, and the Egyptians oppress the Israelites. “Therefore they set taskmasters over them to oppress them with forced labor.” Exodus 1:15-2:10 – Pharaoh orders all the Hebrew boy babies to be killed, but Moses is hidden and is saved by Pharaoh’s daughter. Exodus 12:37-39 – The Israelites were driven out of Egypt so fast they had no time to make provisions and had to bake unleavened cakes of bread. Exodus 12:49 and Leviticus 24:22 – “There shall be one law for the native and for the alien who resides among you.” Exodus 22:21 – Moses gives God’s law: “You shall not wrong or oppress a resident alien; for you were aliens in the land of Egypt.” Leviticus 19:9-10 and 23:22 – Moses gives God’s law: “You shall not strip your vineyards bare…leave them for the poor and the alien.” Leviticus 19:33-34 and 24:22 – When the alien resides with you in your land, you shall not oppress the alien. The alien who resides with you shall be to you as the citizen among you; you shall love the alien as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God.” Leviticus 24:23 – Moses receives God’s law: “With me you are but aliens and tenants.” Numbers 9:14 and 15:15-16 – “…you shall have one statute for both the resident alien and the native.” Numbers 35 and Joshua 20 – The Lord instructs Moses to give cities of refuge to the Levites so that when the Israelites must flee into Canaan they may have cities of refuge given to them. Deuteronomy 1:16 – “Give the members of your community a fair hearing, and judge rightly between one person and another, whether citizen or resident alien.” Deuteronomy 6:10-13 – The people of Israel are made aware that the land had come to them as a gift from God and they were to remember that they were once aliens. Deuteronomy 10:18-19 – “For the Lord your God…loves the strangers, providing them food and clothing. You shall also love the stranger, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.” Deuteronomy 14:28-29 and 26:12-13 – Tithing was begun, in part, for resident aliens. Deuteronomy 24:14 – “You shall not withhold the wages of poor and needy laborers, whether other Israelites or aliens who reside in your land…” Deuteronomy 24:17-18 – “You shall not deprive a resident alien…of justice.” Deuteronomy 24:19-22 – Leave sheaf, olives, grapes for the alien. Deuteronomy 26:5 – A wandering Aramean was my ancestor… Deuteronomy 27:19 – “Cursed be anyone who deprives the alien…of justice.” I Chronicles 22:1-2 – Aliens were important in building the temple. I Chronicles 29:14-15 – David praises God: “We are aliens and transients before you…” II Chronicles 2:17-18 – Solomon took a census of all the aliens and assigned them work. Psalm 105 – Remembering their sojourn: “When they were few in number, of little account, and strangers in it, wandering from nation to nation, from one kingdom to another people, …” Psalm 137:1-6 – “By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down and wept…How could we sing the Lord’s song in a foreign land? ” Psalm 146:9 – “The Lord watches over the strangers…” Ecclesiastes 4:1 – “Look, the tears of the oppressed—with no one to comfort them.” Isaiah 16:4 – Be a refuge to the outcasts of Moab. Jeremiah 7:5-7 – “If you do not oppress the alien…then I will dwell with you in this place…” Jeremiah 22:3-5 – Do no wrong or violence to the alien. Ezekiel 47:21-22 – The aliens shall be to you as citizens, and shall also be allotted an inheritance. Zechariah 7:8-10 – Do not oppress the alien. Do not be one of the people who builds walls against other people. Malachi 3:5 – The messenger will bear witness against those who thrust aside the alien. Matthew 2:13-15 – Jesus and parents flee Herod’s search for the child. Matthew 5:10-11 –“Blessed are those who are persecuted.” Matthew 25:31-46 – “…I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Luke 3:11 – “Whoever has two coats must share with anyone who has none…” Luke 4:16-21 – “…Bring good news to the poor…release to the captives…sight to the blind…let the oppressed go free.” Romans 12:13 – “Mark of the true Christian: “…Extend hospitality to strangers…” II Corinthians 8:13-15 – “It is a question of a fair balance between your present abundance and their need…” Ephesians 2:11-22 – “So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God.” Hebrews 11 – “By faith Abraham…set out for a place…not knowing where he was going.” Hebrews 13:1-2 – “…show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels…” James 2:5 – “Has not God chosen the poor in the world…” James 2:14-17 – “What good is it…if you say you have faith but do not have works? ” I John 3:18 – “…Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action.” I John 4:7-21 – “Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God…” We love because God first loved us.” The word Trinity is not in the bible. Here’s a list of single Bible verses that explicitly reference all three members of the Trinity. Oh, and I better give some credit to Logos Bible Software on this. That tool makes it easy to find verses that refer to some of the Trinity members via pronouns. For example, Matthew 12:28 refers to all three members of the Trinity, but since Jesus is speaking, he is only referred to with the pronoun “I.” Good luck trying to figure this out with a regular concordance! 1. Matthew 3:16 “After being baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending as a dove and lighting on Him.” 2. Matthew 12:28 “But if I cast out demons by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.” 3. Matthew 28:19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit... ” 4. Luke 3:22 “And the Holy Spirit descended upon Him in bodily form like a dove, and a voice came out of heaven, “You are My beloved Son, in You I am well-pleased.” 5. John 14:26 “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.” 6. John 15:26 “When the Helper comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, that is the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify about Me... ” 7. Acts 1:4 “Gathering them together, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for what the Father had promised, “Which, ” He said, “you heard of from Me... ” 8. Acts 2:33 “Therefore having been exalted to the right hand of God, and having received from the Father the promise of the Holy Spirit, He has poured forth this which you both see and hear.” 9. Acts 10:38 “You know of Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed Him with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.” 10. Romans 1:4 “Who was declared the Son of God with power by the resurrection from the dead, according to the Spirit of holiness, Jesus Christ our Lord... ” 11. Romans 8:9 “However, you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Him.” 12. 1 Corinthians 6:11 Such were some of you; but you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and in the Spirit of our God. 13. 2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. 14. Galatians 4:6 Because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father! ” 15. Ephesians 1:17 That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of Him. 16. Ephesians 2:18 For through Him we both have our access in one Spirit to the Father. 17. Ephesians 2:22 In whom you also are being built together into a dwelling of God in the Spirit. 18. Titus 3:6 Whom He poured out upon us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior. 19. Hebrews 9:14 How much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? 20. 1 Peter 1:2 According to the foreknowledge of God the Father, by the sanctifying work of the Spirit, to obey Jesus Christ and be sprinkled with His blood: may grace and peace be yours in the fullest measure. (Thanks to Logos Bible Software’s Clause Search, making this list was a lot easier than it looks.) Of course, there are more passages that mention all three Trinity members (1 Co 12:4–6; Eph 1:13–14; 4:4–6; Jude 20–21), and many more that describe the relationships between the three persons of the Trinity. You’ll also find a few passages in the Old Testament that mention all members of the Trinity (depending on your interpretation). One example is Isaiah 48:16, in which many believe it is Jesus who says, “and now the Lord GOD has sent Me, and His Spirit.” Many scholars also suggest that the enigmatic “angel of the Lord” we see in the Old Testament is actually Jesus.

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Reading what 1 Peter 2:13-14 says: will change our minds on who is the boss in politics. OldChurchOfGod OfTheNewCovenant From the Elder!! Is God Involved in Politics? If So, How Did He Vote? No matter how much money someone spends, or how much they have when God says no it will be no. God has freedom for all people, choice for all people, Love for all people. No matter what we think or do God always stands behind those who seek freedom, love and kindness, Choice,. Jesus did not come to take over the powers of government. We are told not to do such things. God already has the power over them. Every ruling authority that exists has been established by God (Rom. 13:1–2). Human government is a derived authority. Those in authority are described as “the servant of God” (Rom. 13:4) and “ministers of God” (Rom. 13:6). Those who reject governmental authority reject God’s authority (Rom. 13:2). It is also a limited authority. Those in power hold their power because of God (John 19:10–11) and can be removed by God (Ps. 75:7; Dan. 2:21). Such derived and limited authority is to be exercised for the good of all people (Rom. 13:4). Let us consider three specific ways in which the government serves the common good. Throughout history God has caused government leaders to perform His will. There are many examples in the Bible that prove this point. God has the ability to influence any man or woman to perform His will (Prov. 21:1). So what can we do? The greatest part that we can play in affecting our governmental leaders is through prayer (1 Tim. 2:1-8). Our prayers release God to perform His will (Matt. 6:9-10). With God always keeping power over all governments, there were God’s people back in the day said IN GOD WE TRUST. In our nation long ago saved people saw truth and God at work, for all people in their freedom. Governments are to act on behalf of the good of all people (Rom. 13:4). This is not merely social justice based on secular human rights; it is essentially rooted in the purposeful and gracious creation of humanity by God in his own image (Gen. 1:26–27). It is right, therefore, for Christians to seek to influence governments to protect society’s weakest members, including the poor (Ex. 23:6), foreigners (Ex. 22:21; Deut. 27:19; Zech. 7:10), and the helpless (Ps. 82:3–4). The life of unborn children, in particular, as image bearers of God and as the weakest members of society, ought to be protected. Psalm 139 celebrates the mystery of God’s creative work of generating life in the womb, while other texts in the Bible condemn the harming of unborn human life (Ex. 21:22–23; 2 Kings 8:12; Amos 1:13). Let's take a look at how God caused two government leaders to have Jesus crucified. Remember, this is an event that was prophesied by Isaiah, the prophet, more than 600 years before the birth of Christ (Isa. 53:1-12). It was the will of God! "Do you refuse to speak to me? " Pilate said. "Don't you realize I have the power either to free you or to crucify you? " Jesus answered, "You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin." (John 19:10-11 ) God placed Pilate in the position he held, giving him power to set Jesus free or crucify him. Notice what another section of scripture says regarding the decision he made. Indeed Herod and Pontius Pilate met together with the Gentiles and the people of Israel in this city to conspire against your holy servant Jesus, whom you anointed. They did what your power and will had decided beforehand should happen. (Acts 4:27-28 In today's world, Our obedience is not in response to the worthiness of the leaders but in joyful submission to the One who is worthy and who calls us to be subject to civil authorities (Rom. 13:1; 1 Pet. 2:13–14). Obedience is not always easy but it can be used as a part of our sanctification. If one is truly saved that person already knows this, Christians are called to (1) respect and honor government leaders (Rom. 13:7); (2) be subject to government and obey its laws (Rom. 13:1–5; 1 Pet. 2:13–14); (3) pray for civil leaders (1 Tim. 2:1–2); and (4) pay taxes (Matt. 22:17–21; Rom. 13:6–7). In Scripture individual Christians are never encouraged to demonstrate or commit acts of violence in response to repressive governments. To do so would be to rebel against God’s established authority (Romans 13:2-4; Titus 3:1). Evil governments are God’s ministers as long they are not excessively evil (Zechariah 1:15). There is only one reason for Christians to disobey the government. That is when the government commands us to violate God’s laws (Acts 4:19-20; 5:27-29). Otherwise, Jesus calls us to be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9). In the United States of America, we have the privilege and responsibility to express our disagreement or approval of our government by voting. So, Christian, vote according to biblical principles and pray for your nation! Pray that its leaders would come to faith in Jesus Christ. Government exists and survives because God supports it. Yet when the rulers become too evil, God will judge them and punish them. Zechariah 1:15 tells us that God tolerates some evil from nations; but when they are excessively evil, God punishes them. Does the Bible support the belief that the people who hold important positions in government are chosen by God to serve in those positions? The scripture that probably is most often cited in this regard is Romans 13:1, so we will focus on that scripture. If God forgave you then you are not in the dark, And you know All things exist under the sovereignty of God and serve not only the good of people but also God’s ultimate purpose to bring glory to his name (Ps. 115:1–2; Prov. 16:4; Isa. 42:8). Government, too, has been instituted by God not only for the good of humanity but also for the glory of his own name. We can see such glory in both the expression and the limitations of civil government in its universality, sovereignty, and temporality. Romans 13:4 gives us the purpose of government and rulers. They were appointed by God to suppress evil or keep evil in check. When they fail to do this, it is time for judgment. God has not established a human government to Christianize the world. The purpose of government is to suppress evil and maintain some semblance of justice and care for the oppressed (Isaiah 1:16-17). Isaiah 1:16-17 is not a Christian statement. It describes the rebuke of the nation of Israel. Amos 5:15 is another rebuke of the nation for failing to hate evil, love good and establish justice. The authority and sovereignty of civil government, which is real even if delegated and limited, instructs us about the kingdom, rule, and reign of God. The exercise of power, authority, and judgment, whether just or abusive, encourages a longing in humanity for God’s more perfect kingdom. In the limitations of what the government can and cannot do, will and will not do, should and should not do, there is the opportunity for an increased awareness of humanity’s need for God and his Kingship. Where the government is unable or unwilling to promote justice, the perfect justice of God remains holy and satisfying (see Ps. 9:7; 103:6; Isa. 16:5; 30:18; Matt. 12:20). Where the government is unable or unwilling to exercise power and authority for the good and protection of all people, the omnipotence and mercy of God remain holy and unlike any other authority in the universe (see Job 42:2; Lam. 3:22; Matt. 19:26; 2 Cor. 1:3; Rev. 19:6). “The nations rage, ” “the people plot, ” and “the kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD and against his Anointed, ” but “he who sits in the heavens laughs” (Ps. 2:1–2, 4). God’s kingdom and Christ’s kingdom rule stand in vivid contrast to the kingdoms and nations of the earth, to the glory of God (see Matt. 20:25–28). All earthly authorities will ultimately be superseded by the rule of Christ (see Dan. 2:44; Rev. 22:1–5). For the Scripture says to Pharaoh, “FOR THIS VERY PURPOSE I RAISED YOU UP, TO DEMONSTRATE MY POWER IN YOU, AND THAT MY NAME MIGHT BE PROCLAIMED THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE EARTH.” Romans 9:17 Scripture is clear that God designed and empowers human government to protect and preserve society at large. In the Old Testament, there were the patriarchs, priests, judges, and kings, under God’s rule, who took care of his people. Yahweh used these leaders to ensure that righteousness was rewarded, evil was punished, and resources were distributed fairly. In Matthew 22:15-22, we read of Jesus’s statement regarding paying taxes to government, even a secular one. He points out that Caesar’s likeness (image) is on a coin, just as God’s image is on us. He said, “Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” In Romans 13:1, the Apostle Paul tells believers to submit to governing authorities. He explains in verses 2-7 that it is God himself who appointed them as his servants in authority over us to minister to us, with the understanding that they are under his authority as he ministers to us. God Allows Nations to Select Rulers and Then He Establishes Them In 1 Samuel 8, an amazing event is described that illustrates how God establishes or appoints rulers over nations. In 1 Samuel 8:1-7, we are told that the nation of Israel had rejected God as their king Romans 13:1 States That God Establishes All Governments The key statement that we want to examine in Romans 13:1 is “no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God.” There are two words of interest. The first is the word “authority” which in the Greek is exousia. It refers to anyone who has power or can exercise authority. In the context of Romans 13:1-7, it refers to governmental authority. The Greek word that is translated as “established” is tasso. This word appears eight times in the New Testament (Matthew 28:16; Luke 7:8; Acts 13:48; 15:2; 22:10; 28:23; Romans 13:1; 1 Corinthians 16:15). The word means “to appoint, to order, or to arrange”. That is, every governmental leader has been appointed, arranged or established by God. Earlier in Romans 9:17, we are reminded that God put the Pharaoh of Egypt in his position of authority. We learn from Exodus 7-11 that this Pharaoh was an evil ruler. Romans 9:17 is a quote from Exodus 9:16-17, and it illustrates the principle of Romans 13:1. In John 19:11 Jesus told Pontius Pilate, who was an evil governor, that his authority came from God the Father. In Daniel 4:17, the evil ruler of the Babylonian empire, King Nebuchadnezzar, reports part of a dream that God gave him. This sentence is by the decree of the angelic watchers And the decision is a command of the holy ones, In order that the living may know That the Most High is ruler over the realm of mankind, And bestows it on whom He wishes And sets over it the lowliest of men.” Daniel 4:17 The same principle is communicated throughout Scripture (Psalms 75:6-7; Proverbs 8:15). Peter tells his readers the same thing in 1 Peter 2:13-17. Christ-followers are to be subject to the governing authorities and to honor them because they were sent by him “to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good.” God is sovereign over governments large and small, evil and good, long-lasting and short. “He makes nations great, and he destroys them; he enlarges nations, and leads them away” (Job 12:23; see Ps. 75:7). While every earthly government will one day come to an end, God’s kingdom alone shall never be destroyed and never end (see Dan. 2:44). Until that day, we who are the people of God are to faithfully fulfill our responsibilities as citizens both of our respective governments and of heaven (Phil. 3:20). Our prayer must be the prayer of Psalm 72:11: “May all kings fall down before him, all nations serve him! ” Our message is the gospel message of the kingdom that is to be proclaimed to all nations and until the end comes (Matt. 24:14). Whether our behavior is commended by governments (Rom. 13:3) or we are delivered up “to tribulation, ” “hated by all nations, ” and put “to death” (Matt. 24:9), we persevere with hope. And we eagerly await the Lord’s return, with passion for the global and eternal worship of Christ that we see mirrored in Revelation 7:9–10: Remembering what John says helps us stay with God, not politicians. After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb! ”

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Questions sent to the Kidd Family Ministry. Answers from the Elder-Rev. simon kidd Note – Your questions make me want to preach and worship, what a blessing, thank you, I will be your servant. No matter what someone has told you, We have been redeemed already, do not let the devil take away the fact that God has sent His mercy in forgiveness of the fall in the Garden. Luke 2:1-22, if the gift to release us all, that is all mankind has been redeemed, from the fall of Adam and Eve, John 3:16 if open to all and God’s free will given to any and all who will make a choice to be with him forever. We should never let any man get between us and what God has told us. God’s forgiveness is His forgiveness, but with men who are the devils clergy, to use you or any one and get that next paycheck they will tell you anything. God is the greatest possible being. God is the all-powerful (Jer 32:17, 27), all-knowing (1 Jn 3:20), all-good (Mt 5:48, Ps 16:2, 18:30, Num 23:19; 1 Jn 4:8), holy (Hab 1:13, Rev 4:8, Is 6:3), eternal (Isa 57:15) creator of the Universe (Is 40:12, 22, 26; Gen 1:1). Moreover, God alone is the proper object of our worship (Ex 20:3, 4:31; Gen 24:26; 2 Chron 29:28; 1 Cor 14:25; Rev 7:11) and service (Mt 4:10;1 Cor. 6:19; Phil 3:7; 1 Thes 1:9; Heb. 9:14). So when God says forgiven it is real. God is a Trinity: God is a unity of three distinct persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. That is to say, God is an immaterial soul exhibiting three sets of cognitive faculties each of which is sufficient for personhood (i.e. has three centers of self-consciousness, intentionality, and will). Jesus is one of the three persons of the Trinity. His nature is both fully human and fully God (Col 2:9 -- in Him all the fullness of Deity dwells in bodily form, Phil 2:5-8; Jn 1:1-3, 14). He is virgin-born (Lk 1:42), sinless (Heb 4:15; 2 Cor 5:21; 1 Pet 2:22, 1:19; 1 Jn 3:5), the promised Messiah (Jn 4:25-26; Mt 16:16-17; Acts 1:6), and a proper object of our worship (Heb 1:6; Mt 28:9; Mt 2:11) and prayer (Jn 14:14; Acts 7:59; Rev 22:20; 1 Cor 1:2). The Gospel is THE GOOD NEWS for believers is that Jesus is the savior, the Christ of God. that forgiveness the Redeemshion God has already sent to this world. “by which also you are saved when we repent, and God forgives, us, Paul says, if you hold fast the word which I preached to you, unless you believed in vain... that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, and that He appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve” (1 Cor 15:2-5). More specifically, we are all condemned sinners (Rom 3:23, 1 Jn 3:24), deserving God's righteous judgment. Salvation: But through Christ we can be saved from God's wrath (Rom 5:9), i.e. hell, where non-believers are forever condemned (Mt 18:8). Rather than through baptism or any other works, it is through faith alone in Christ that we are saved (Rom 3:28-30, Rom 4:5, 5:1, Gal 2:16, 21, 3:5-6, 24, Eph 2:8-9, Phil 3:9). Justification: And we, the saved, are saved because Jesus “bore our sins in His body on the cross” (1 Pet 2:24), i.e. because he suffered our penalty via substitutionary atonement, i.e. “He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.” (2 Cor 5:21; see Isa 53:4-12). Consequently, we are declared legally righteous by God: justified before God. The Bible is the canonical set of 66 books. As penned by their authors, they are a product of God's inspiration, working through men, and are trustworthy in all that they say (2 Tim 3:16). Other texts, sermons, etc. may be inspired as well, but the Bible is unique in that it is securely known to be inspired, and can be used to judge other works and teachings. We all need to stop and seek the helper God has given us, in this world we live in. HE IS REAL!!! Read what the bible says in Acts 13:2 - “Holy Spirit said… ‘Me… I…’” It says in Acts 13:2 -- “the Holy Spirit said, ‘Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.’” This and similar verses are relevant because only persons issue commands (calling others for work they intend for them) and express thoughts with words.1 Similar verses include: Acts 8:29 -- “Then the Spirit said to Philip, "Go up and join this chariot." Acts 10:19 -- “the Spirit said to him, "Behold, three men are looking for you” Acts 11:12 -- “The Spirit told me to go with them”… Revelation 14:13 -- “And I heard a voice from heaven, saying, "Write, … "Yes, " says the Spirit, "so that they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow with them." 1 Timothy 4:1 -- “But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons Hebrew 3:7 -- “So, as the Holy Spirit says: ‘Today, if you hear…’” Hebrew 10:15-17 -- the Holy Spirit also testifies to us; for after saying, “This is the covenant that I will make with them…” He then says, … Revelation 2:7 -- “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says…” Revelation 2:17 -- “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says…” Revelation 2:29 -- “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says…” Revelation 3:22 -- “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says…” In fact, the Holy Spirit speaks through people (cf. 2 Pet 1:21): Acts 1:16 -- “the Holy Spirit foretold by the mouth of David” Acts 2:4 -- “the Spirit was giving them utterance.” Acts 28:25-27 -- “The Holy Spirit spoke rightly through Isaiah the prophet to our fathers, saying…” Mark 13:11 -- “do not worry beforehand about what you are to say, for it is not you who speak, but it is the Holy Spirit.” 1 Peter 1:11 -- “the Spirit of Christ within them was indicating as He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow.”

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Democrats Talk About Illegal Immigrants The Same Way They Used To Talk About Slaves BY: EVITA DUFFY-ALFONSO JANUARY 13, 2024 “We need immigrants in this country, ” Democratic Rep. Jerrold Nadler said Thursday during a House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement hearing. “Our vegetables would rot in the ground if they weren’t being picked by many immigrants — many illegal immigrants.” “The fact is, the birth rate in this country is way below replacement level, ” he continued. Nadler is adamantly anti-life, and given that abortion is responsible for the deaths of millions of unborn American children, it’s unlikely that he’s sincerely concerned about the United States’ replacement rates. Nadler’s remarks recall the Democratic party’s past reasoning for supporting slavery. Federalist Senior Editor Mark Hemingway pointed out that Democrats in 1823 were backing slavery because if there were no slaves, “Who would pick our cotton? ” Today, Democrats are making the argument that low-wage working illegal migrants are necessary to pick “our vegetables.” Another striking comparison is the Democrats’ past support of slave traders and their current aiding of human trafficking at the southern border. As Federalist CEO Sean Davis explained, “Before the Civil War, Democrats bought their slaves from human traffickers who kidnapped them and then shipped them across the Atlantic. In 2023, they use cartels to smuggle illegal immigrants across a border Democrats refuse to close.” Indeed, human trafficking at our southern border is now a multi-billion dollar business, and Democrats have no plan to stop the abuse. In December alone, over 300, 000 illegal immigrants crossed into the United States. Now, illegal immigration isn’t just a problem for border states but the entire nation. Massive influxes of aliens are now invading places like New York City and Chicago, putting massive strain on city resources. Meanwhile, the fentanyl crisis created by the open southern border is taking countless American lives in all corners of the country — both urban and rural. This week, citizens were given some hope after the Texas Military Department took over a 2.5-mile long stretch along the Rio Grande River, supposedly to stop illegal immigration in the high-traffic crossing area and keep out federal border officials who “perpetuate illegal immigrant crossings in the park and greater Eagle Pass area.” However, as my colleague Jordan Boyd explained, the move appears to be nothing more than political theater. “Yet despite the addition of personnel, barriers, gates, concertina wire, and military Humvees’ to the area, ” Boyd wrote, Texas Gov. “Abbott has not authorized the Texas National Guard to detain and deport illegal immigrants, who are still being turned over to Border Patrol for processing and, in most cases, release.” “So, while the move prompted an outcry from the Biden administration and federal border officials who say the state’s interference prevents them from doing their jobs, ” she added, “Abbott’s move won’t fundamentally change the dynamic at the border.” In other words, the border remains open, and the drug and human trafficking crises caused by it rage on. But, according to Nadler, it’s all worth it because the vegetable industry needs people to pick produce for exploitative slave wages.

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Praying for Direction and Guidance Can you help me? Questions sent to the Kidd Family Ministry. Answers from the Elder-Rev. simon kidd Note * Deuteronomy 4:24 -- “Lord your God is a consuming fire, ” Hebrews 12:29 -- “for our God is a consuming fire.” God as living water: Jeremiah 2:13 -- “…they have forsaken the fountain of living water, even the LORD.” Jerermiah 17:13 -- “…they have forsaken Me, The fountain of living waters, ” Jesus as bread: John 6:35 --“I am the bread of life” John 6:41 -- “He said, ‘I am the bread that came down out of heaven.’”, John 6:48-51 -- I am the bread of life. Your fathers ate the manna in the wilderness, and they died. This is the bread which comes down out of heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. I am the living bread that came down out of heaven;” Jesus as an impersonal vine: John 15:1-5 -- “I am the true vine, … I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, Jesus as light: John 8:12 -- Jesus again spoke to them, saying, “I am the Light of the world;” John 9:5 -- I am the Light of the world.” Jesus as truth and life: > * John 14:6 -- Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life (cf. 11:25 -- “I am the resurrection and the life”) Well, yes, it’s ancient. But that doesn't mean we can't learn a thing or two from it. In fact, if you really reflect on the Scriptures about virtuous women, you’ll realize that many of them still apply to our generation. When you say You want to return to what God calls a virtuous woman, It’s true that a virtuous woman, by Biblical standards, is someone who is obedient and subservient. So when God forgives a person they are clean as snow, She receives power through that forgiveness to go on, to do great things. But the Bible also says that a godly woman is strong, wise, provides for her family, and helps the poor. I don’t know about you but that sounds like a modern woman to me. So if you’re trying to learn more about how to become a woman of God, we’ve rounded up some of the most popular scriptures about a virtuous woman as the scripture tells us they are or can be.. God has told us in the Scripture About a Virtuous Woman what a person can be as one, and what He says they are. God is saying that the person who is virtuous has great value. This is not a woman who would stay under any abuse. God says this about Her, She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peaceful. She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called blessed. – Proverbs 3:15-18 when a person returns to a seeking what the Lord wants them to do they become wise, in action The wisest of women builds her house, but folly with her own hands tears it down. – Proverbs 14:1 A gracious woman gets honor, and violent men get riches. – Proverbs 11:16 She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. – Proverbs 31:26 It is better to live in a corner of the housetop than in a house shared with a quarrelsome wife. – Proverbs 21:9 Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. – Proverbs 31:25 An excellent wife who can be found? She is far more precious than jewels. – Proverbs 31:10 It is better to live in a desert land than with a quarrelsome and fretful woman. – Proverbs 21:19 Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Give her the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates. – Proverbs 31:30-31 A virtuous woman is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like rottenness in his bones. – Proverbs 12:4 A foolish son is ruined by his father, and a wife’s quarreling is a continual dripping of rain. – Proverbs 19:13 He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord. – Proverbs 18:22 Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy. – Proverbs 31:8-9 Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. This woman will not let slick the preacher come between her and her husband. This woman is more that what slick has in mind that she is. She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family and portions for her servant girls. She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet. She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple. – Proverbs 31:11-22 For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her. – Proverbs 8:11 About a Virtuous Woman as she lives out her life here below, Read this. Slick can pull the wool over her eyes, because she knows this, and lives this way.. This means she is all woman, and just what God says she should be. Yes in today's world to live like God says you will be radical in your thinking, but that racial thing is not to do any harm for life as God has told us all to live. Read this for yourselves. Jesus replied: Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. – Matthew 22:37 Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own. – 1 Corinthians 6:19 Do not let your adorning be external; the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear; but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. – 1 Peter 3:3-4 Likewise also that women should adorn themselves in respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair and gold or pearls or costly attire, but with what is proper for women who profess godliness with good works. – 1 Timothy 2:9-10 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns. – Psalm 46:5 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. – Galatians 3:28 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. – Genesis 1:27 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander. – 1 Peter 3:15-16 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. – Philippians 2:3-4 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. – Philippians 4:8 When God’s word talks about a Virtuous Wife it is clear that the truth of the scripture, comes out against any abuse from a man, God did not make a woman so men could abuse them.. I know you don’t know who I am talking about, but when I read about the older women at work back in the day, I think of those old Penny a day women, and the power of truth that they always would stand for. I grew up under one of those women, and they would not let anyone come between them and their GOD. Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God may not be revealed. – Titus 2:3-5 in today 's world to have help like this you would need to find where the WCG women are and seek their help. There are not always men behind these WCG women, but God does not always have some strong men, who are behind Their wives, or faithful in all things. – 1 Timothy 3:11 Saved men will be the first to tell you, But I want you to understand that the head of every man is Christ, the head of a wife is her husband, and the head of Christ is God. – 1 Corinthians 11:3 Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. – Colossians 3:18 To be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be revealed. – Peter 4:9 Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit everything to their husbands. – Ephesians 5:22-24 But every wife who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head, since it is the same as if her head were shaven. – 1 Corinthians 11:5 Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. – 1 Peter 3:1-2 Nevertheless, in the Lord woman is not independent of man nor man of woman; for as woman was made from man, so man is now born of woman. And all things are from God. – 1 Corinthians 11:11-12 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. – 2 Timothy 3:16 And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him. – 1 John 5:14-15 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. – Hebrews 4:12 God tells us all to Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them. – Proverbs 4:5 In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:6 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him. – James 1:5 Call me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known. – Jeremiah 33:3 Making Wise Choices is why God set a person aside in sanctification, About Success and Hard Work There is profit in hard work, but mere talk leads to poverty. – Proverbs 14:23 Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty. – Proverbs 21:5 Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper. – Proverbs 13:4 What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? – Matthew 16:26 Do everything without grumbling and arguing so that you may be blameless and pure, innocent children of God surrounded by people who are crooked and corrupt. Among these people you shine like stars in the world. – Philippians 2:14-15 One hand full of rest is better than two fists full of labor and striving after the wind. – Ecclesiastes 4:6 But you, be strong and do not lose courage, for there is reward for your work. – 2 Chronicles 15:7 Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them. – Proverbs 126:5-6 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing, and perfect will. – Romans 12:2 Now he who plants and he who waters are one; but each will receive his own reward according to his own labor. – 1 Corinthians 3:8 Sow your seed in the morning and do not be idle in the evening, for you do not know whether morning or evening sowing will succeed, or whether both of them alike will be good. – Ecclesiastes 11:6 For a dream comes with much business, and a fool’s voice with many words. – Ecclesiastes 5:3 A hardworking farmer should get the first share of the crop. – 2 Timothy 2:6 Whatever you do, do it from the heart for the Lord and not for people. You know that you will receive an inheritance as a reward. You serve the Lord Christ. – Colossians 3:23-24 Let’s not get tired of doing good, because in time we’ll have a harvest if we don’t give up. – Galatians 6:9 The desires of the lazy will kill them, because their hands refuse to do anything. – Proverbs 21:25 I have seen that every labor and every skill which is done is the result of rivalry between a man and his neighbor. This too is vanity and striving after wind. – Ecclesiastes 4:4 Even when we were with you we were giving you this command: ‘If anyone doesn’t want to work, they shouldn’t eat.’ We hear that some of you are living an undisciplined life. They aren’t working, but they are meddling in other people’s business. By the Lord Jesus Christ, we command and encourage such people to work quietly and put their own food on the table. – 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12 And he who had received the five talents came forward, bringing five talents more, saying, ‘Master, you delivered to me five talents; here I have made five talents more.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master. – Matthew 25:20-21 Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before obscure men. – Proverbs 22:29 He frustrates the plotting of the shrewd, so that their hands cannot attain success. – Job 5:12 Bible Verses About Success and Prosperity is not a prosperity Gospel, this is what God is talking about, Here is the way God says He blesses those He has favor on. The LORD was with Joseph so that he prospered, and he lived in the house of his Egyptian master. – Genesis 39:2 and observe what the LORD your God requires: Walk in obedience to him, and keep his decrees and commands, his laws and regulations, as written in the Law of Moses. Do this so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you go. – 1 Kings 2:3 Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches? – Luke 16:10-11 But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today. – Deuteronomy 8:18 God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground. – Genesis 1:28 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. – Matthew 7:7-8 Inspirational Bible Verses About Success and Failure because there is no person who can out give God but the Preacher, or any clergy is not God. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. – Philippians 4:13 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10 But blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. – Jeremiah 17:7 But strive first for the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. – Matthew 6:33 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. – James 4:10 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. – Jeremiah 29:11 The favor of God has power from God to whoever He sends it to. Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. – Psalms 37:4 Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the LORD, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers. – Psalms 1:1-3 You will definitely enjoy what you’ve worked hard for — you’ll be happy, and things will go well for you. – Psalm 128:2 Let the kindness of the Lord our God be over us. Make the work of our hands last. Make the work of our hands last! – Psalm 90:17 It is vain for you to rise up early, to retire late, to eat the bread of painful labors; For He gives to His beloved even in his sleep. – Psalm 127:2 When you shall eat of the fruit of your hands, you will be happy and it will be well with you. – Psalm 128:2 You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance. – Psalm 69:11 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. – Philippians 4:6 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. – John 16:33 knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. – James 1:3 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for the length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man. – Proverbs 3:1-4 I have fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. – 2 Timothy 4:7 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. – Matthew 6:19-21 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. – James 3:5 If the ax is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength. Wisdom has the advantage of giving success. – Ecclesiastes 10:10 It is the blessing of the Lord that makes us rich, and He adds no sorrow to it. – Proverbs 10:22 And let endurance have its perfect result, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. – James 1:4 Watch out that you do not lose what we have worked for, but that you may be rewarded fully. – 2 John 1:8 But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD. – Joshua 24:15 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7 Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored. – Proverbs 13:18 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. – Galatians 6:9 Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city. – Proverbs 16:32 Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. – Proverbs 13:20 I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live, – Deuteronomy 30:19 The best way to stand before God is, I can do nothing on my own. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me. – John 5:30 When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. – John 16:13 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. – Matthew 6:33 Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance. – Proverbs 1:5 For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. – 2 Timothy 1:7 A return to God and Trusting God in Making Decisions is the proper place to stand as a human. Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. – James 1:12 Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown. – Revelations 2:10 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding – Proverbs 3:5 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided. – Proverbs 16:6 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. – Jeremiah 29:11 But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. – James 3:17 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation, he will also provide the way of escape that you may be able to endure. – 1 Corinthians 10:13 Short Scriptures About Decision Making Good judgment wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful leads to their destruction. – Proverbs 13:15 There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end, it leads to death. – Proverbs 16:25 The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD. – Proverbs 16:33 Where there is no guidance, a person falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety. – Proverbs 11:4 Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. – Proverbs 19:21 So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. – 1 Corinthians 10:31 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. – Proverbs 12:15 An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge. – Proverbs 18:15 Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed. – Proverbs 15:22 Listen to advice and accept instruction, so that you may gain wisdom in the future. – Proverbs 19:20 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. – Philippians 4:13 Psalms About Seeking Guidance in Decision Making Show me your ways, LORD, teach me your paths. – Psalms 25:4 Teach me your way, LORD, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. – Psalms 86:11 Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in his commandments! – Psalm 112:1 Commit your way to the Lord, trust also in Him, and He will do it. – Psalm 37:5 I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken. – Psalm 16:8 So teach us to number our days so that we may get a heart of wisdom. – Psalm 90:12 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. – Psalm 119:105 Who is the man who fears the Lord? He will instruct in the way that he should choose. – Psalm 25:12 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices! – Psalm 37:7 The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. – Psalm 19:8 So if you’re struggling to appreciate God’s grace in your life right now, here are some of the most inspiring and motivating Bible verses about counting your blessings: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. – Ephesians 1:3 The Lord blesses you and keeps you; the Lord makes his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lifts up his countenance upon you and gives you peace. – Numbers 6:24-26 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. – Matthew 5:9 Whoever gives thought to the word will discover good, and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord. – Proverbs 16:20 Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways! – Romans 11:33 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. – Philippians 4:23 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. – Matthew 5:6 For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. – Romans 8:38-39 If you obey the commandments of the Lord your God that I command you today, by loving the Lord your God, by walking in his ways, and by keeping his commandments and his statutes and his rules, then you shall live and multiply, and the Lord your God will bless you in the land that you are entering to take possession of it. – Deuteronomy 30:16 By the God of your father who will help you, by the Almighty who will bless you with blessings of heaven above, blessings of the deep that crouches beneath, blessings of the breasts and of the womb. – Genesis 49:25 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. – Galatians 5:22-23 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. – James 1:17 Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit. – Jeremiah 17:7-8 He will love you, bless you, and multiply you. He will also bless the fruit of your womb and the fruit of your ground, your grain and your wine and your oil, the increase of your herds and the young of your flock, in the land that he swore to your fathers to give you. – Deuteronomy 7:13 If you will not listen, if you will not take it to heart to give honor to my name, says the Lord of hosts, then I will send the curse upon you and I will curse your blessings. Indeed, I have already cursed them, because you do not lay it to heart. – Malachi 2:2 Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. – Matthew 5:11 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. – 2 Corinthians 9:8 But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children, to those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments. – Psalm 103:17-18 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16 For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. – John 1:16 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. – Matthew 5:4 He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things? – Romans 8:32 Bible Verses About Thankfulness and Counting Your Blessings Thank you Lord should always be on our lips. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. – Philippians 4:11 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. – James 1:12 Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! – Psalm 118:1 Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. – Philippians 4:8 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7 The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks. – Luke 6:45 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:2 The blessing of the Lord makes us rich, and he adds no sorrow with it. – Proverbs 10:22 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. – Philippians 4:4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. – James 1:2-3 For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong. – 2 Corinthians 12:10 And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. – Colossians 3:15 The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance. – 2 Peter 3:9 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:19 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. – Proverbs 16:3 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. – Matthew 6:33 His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master. – Matthew 25:21 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. – Revelation 2:10 For nothing will be impossible with God. – Luke 1:37 For when God made a promise to Abraham, since he had no one greater by whom to swear, he swore by himself, saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” And thus Abraham, having patiently waited, obtained the promise. – Hebrews 6:13-15 The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps. – Proverbs 16:9 Bible Verses About Being a Blessing to Others loving like He has loved you! Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. – 1 Peter 3:9 But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. – Luke 6:27-28 And I will make you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. – Genesis 12:2 Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. – Proverbs 10:6 But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. – 1 Timothy 5:8 beware of putting on a show for slick the preacher, NO YOU CAN”T OUT GIVE GOD

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Truly saved people do not need mens, approvable God has them forgiven and that is good enough for them. John 3:15-17 is for any person and they do not have to even go to church to receive this Gift from a Holy God. From Rev. Elder, state Pastor, Simon Kidd of Kidd Family Ministry, 463 east High st. Owingsville Ky 859-274-2617 Having Church anywhere, even at Home? To have church anywhere as Matthew 18:20 says we can, takes the devil out of the gathering; it's not some man made dog and pointy show. False clergy can’t top what the bible calls church, The Universal Church derives its definition from the baptizing ministry of the Holy Spirit. The key verse on this is 1 Cor. 12:13, "by one Spirit we are all baptized into one body." We see from this passage that the church is like the physical manifestation of Christ, i.e., his body. Other passages which use the same imagery are Rom. 12:4-5; 1 Cor. 12:11, 18, 27. The point in all of these passages seems to be that anyone who has experienced this baptism is automatically a member of the body of Christ. In the Bible the word “church” does not mean a building. There is nothing the slightest bit holy about a building. Christians are the church, the assembly. Jesus said wherever two or more are gathered in His name, or His authority, He will be there also, Matthew 18:20. Sometimes to get back to God and what He has for you one needs to just stay home on sunday, and read the bible for one’s self, it would be more honorable, to stand that way before God than it would be to have what slick calls church. The one thing that slick will not stand for is what the bible calls church, such as you having a complete understanding of what church is in the scripture, The word translated "church" in the English Bible is ekklesia. This word is the Greek word kaleo (to call), with the prefix ek (out). Thus, the word means "the called out ones." However, the English word "church" does not come from ekklesia but from the word kuriakon, which means "dedicated to the Lord." This word was commonly used to refer to a holy place or temple. By the time of Jerome's translation of the New Testament from Greek to Latin, it was customary to use a derivative of kuriakon to translate ekklesia. Therefore, the word church is a poor translation of the word ekklesia since it implies a sacred building, or temple. A more accurate translation would be "assembly" because the term ekklesia was used to refer to a group of people who had been called out to a meeting. It was also used as a synonym for the word synagogue, which also means to "come together, " i.e. a gathering. "Body of Christ" Since believers have been united with Christ through spiritual baptism, they are sometimes corporately referred to as the body of Christ. (Rom. 12:4-5; 1 Cor. 12:11, 13, 18, 27; Col. 1:18; Eph. 5:30) The idea seems to be that the group of Christians in the world constitute the physical representation of Christ on earth. It is also a metaphor which demonstrates the interdependence of members in the church, while at the same time demonstrating their diversity from one another. (Rom. 12:4; 1 Cor. 12:14-17) The saved person is called Bride of Christ or Christ's Betrothed no where in this is a saved person told to follow after a slick pastor. (Eph. 5:25-32; 2 Cor. 11:2). These titles refer to the love and loyalty existing between Christ and believers. Just read about the church as the bible says, Col. 1:18 the church throughout the world Acts 9:31 the church throughout a region 1 Cor. 1:2 the church in a city (compare 14:34) Rom. 16:5, 10, 11, 14 several house churches within one city Col. 1:18 Acts 9:31 1 Cor. 1:2 Rom. 16:5, 10, 11, 14 When that New birth is real. John 3:3; 1 Peter 1:23; 1 John 3:9 forgiveness makes us new. Regeneration has taken place. Titus 3:5 is the work of God in the world God shows the person He has given them. Sanctification, if this has not happened to you God has not forgiven you, and you are just playing church, because of something inside of you. When we Repent, and God forgives, we don’t have to guess if He has forgiven, This Is what God does so the human can know they are forgiven for the sins they have done.--- Rom. 5:2; 1 Cor. 1:30; 1 Thess. 4:3; Heb. 13:12 Holiness He requires of all saved people.. The saved person still has to repent, when they fall into any sin, and will want to, once God forgives. This Is what humans can do and live after they are forgiven. Luke 1:75; 1 Thess. 4:7; Heb. 12:14 Baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to cleansing; the endowment of power for service. Matt. 3:11; Luke 24:49, 53; Acts 1:4-8 this is when we have received that Sanctification. And the Person who God saved will seek Water baptism. Matt. 28:19; Mark 1:9, 10; John 3:22, 23; Acts 8:36, 38 but so will a false repenter, to be in front of people make the devil come alive, in sins. Can you/??? Speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives utterance as the initial evidence of the baptism of the Holy Ghost. John 15:26; Acts 2:4; 10:44-46; 19:1-7 this is in other tongues, not some noise Do you have them? //???? Spiritual gifts. 1 Cor. 12:1, 7, 10, 28, 31; 1 Cor. 14:1 they will begin to show up in our life. Signs following believers no one can hide them. Mark 16:17-20; Rom. 15:18, 19; Heb. 2:4 If He is there the Fruit of the Spirit will show. Rom. 6:22; Gal. 5:22, 23; Eph. 5:9; Phil. 1:11, If the spirit is there it will show. When New birth. John 3:3; 1 Peter 1:23; 1 John 3:9. Is for real there was Sanctification subsequent to justification. Romans 5:2; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Hebrews 13:12. Holiness can and will be followed. Luke 1:75; 1 Thessalonians 4:7; Hebrews 12:14. No one can live a life of Holiness without the Holy Ghost, and to receive Him one has to Have God’s forgiveness, and that Gift of what so many misunderstand as Baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to cleansing; the given of power for service. Matthew 3:11; Luke 24:49, 53; Acts 1:4-8. The speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives utterance or as He needs someone to do so, and as the initial evidence of the baptism in the Holy Ghost. John 15:26; Acts 2:4; 10:44-46; 19:1-7., if one is saved one will be shown as to it as the truth. What Does’ HE” the Holy Ghost the Holy Spirit do in the human time as saved people of God in the human world? Jesus is the savior. God is the Father. The Holy Ghost is He the power and sources of power to the humans, He is the Teacher of all things. without Him there will be no fruit of Him in the human walk. Pastors, Churches, or any human can replace the Holy Ghost. Do you understand He is the real deal, men can’t fake having Him. What He does in the lives of those who have Him? . He leads and directs is He doing this for you or are you doing it for yourself . (Matthew 4:1; Mark 1:12; Luke 2:27; 4:1; Acts 8:29; Romans 8:14) Is He really there for you??? The Holy Spirit speaks – in, to and through. (Matthew 10:20; Acts 1:16; 2:4; 13:2; 28:25; Hebrews 3:7) Is the devil on your back??? He gives power to cast out devils. (Matthew 12:28) He releases power. (Luke 4:14) Sanctification is where The Holy Spirit anoints. (Luke 4:18; Acts 10:38) The Holy Spirit “comes upon” or “falls on”. (Matthew 3:16; Mark 1:10; Luke 2:25; 3:22; 4:18; John 1:32, 33; Acts 10:44; 11:15) With God’s true forgiveness, . He baptizes and fills. (Matthew 3:11; Mark 1:8; Luke 1:15, 41, 67; 3:16, 4:1; John 1:33; Acts 1:4-5; 2:4; 4:8, 31; 6:3, 5; 7:55; 10:47; 11:24; 13:9, 52; 1 Corinthians 12:12) This is where humans know for a fact He has given . a new birth, a new beginning, . (John 3:5, 8) What about the reason you worship? He leads into worship. (John 4:23) . He flows like a river from the spirit man. (John 7:38-39) Without Him no one can know the truth, He ministers truth. (John 14:17; 15:26; 16:13) Where is He in the world around us? . He dwells in people. (John 14:17; Romans 8:9, 11; 1 Corinthians 3:16) What is He bringing to the saved person? The Holy Spirit gives comfort, health, and strength. (John 15:26; Acts 9:31) Where does He come from? He proceeds from the Father. (John 15:26) Saved people when they have Him on their side they are never in the dark. He shows us things to come. (John 16:13) He gives the gift of tongues. (Acts 2:4) He releases prophecy, dreams and visions. (Acts 2:17, 18; 11:28) What kind of power does He have? He can transport people physically. (Acts 8:39) The Holy Spirit brings direction and guidance. (Mark 13:36; 13:11; Acts 10:19; 11:12; 21:11; 1 Timothy 4:1 . He is Holiness. (Romans 1:4) He is the Spirit of life and gives life. (Romans 8:1, 10) God’s true forgiveness opens Him to our needs, as a human, The Holy Spirit invites us to walk with Him. (Romans 8:4-5) As a human we still make mistakes, He groans, prays and intercedes. (Romans 8:26-27) When we can’t fight the devil, He is a Sword. (Ephesians 6:17) of truth that flights for us, Because The Holy Spirit produces fruit in our lives. (Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 5:9) we see God’s favor in our walk until the very end. We are not strong in obedience but He helps us in our weaknesses. (Romans 8:26) He bears witness. (Acts 5:32 15:28; 20:23; Romans 8:15-16; Hebrews 10:15; 1 John 4:13; 5:6-8) He is the Spirit of Adoption. (Romans 8:15) How is this so? He is there or He is not. . He gives power to mortify the deeds of the flesh. (Romans 8:13) Are you the same thing you were before? He shows us if we are forgiven with the power to mortify the deeds of the flesh. Preacher has to go and let Him preach, them . He provides power for signs, wonders and preaching. (Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:4) . He ministers love. (Romans 15:30) in everything He does. He searches the deep things of God. (1 Corinthians 2:10) He quickens the mortal body. (Romans 8:13) He brings revelation. (Luke 2:25; 1 Corinthians 2:10, 12; Ephesians 1:17-19; 3:5) The Holy Spirit reveals to us what has been given by God. (1 Corinthians 2:12) He washes, sanctifies, purifies and justifies. (Romans 15;16, 1 Corinthians 6:11; 2 Thessalonians 2:13; 1 Timothy 3:16; 1 Peter 1:2, 22) He gives gifts. (1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Hebrews 2:4) 38. He seals us. (2 Corinthians 1:22; Ephesians 4:30) He is our liberty. (2 Corinthians 3:17) He changes us into the image of Christ. (2 Corinthians 3:17) He is the promise of the blessing of Abraham. (Galatians 3:14) . He releases a cry to the Father. (Galatians 4:6) He gives access to the Father. (Ephesians 2:18) The Holy Spirit builds us together for a house for God. (Ephesians 2:22) He strengthens us with might. (Ephesians 3:16) . He is unity. (Ephesians 4:3-4) without Him there is no unity, He is wine. (Ephesians 5:18) He supplies. (Philippians 1:19) He is fellowship. (2 Corinthians 13;14; Philippians 2:1) He is graceful. (Hebrews 10:29) He is glorious. (1 Peter 4:14) . The Holy Spirit speaks to the churches. (Revelation 2:11, 17, 29; 3:6, 13, 22) . He calls for the Bridegroom. (Revelation 22:17) The Holy Spirit has the power of conception and anointing for God’s purposes. (Matthew 1:18, 20; Luke 1:35) He teaches. (Luke 12:12; John 14:26; 1 Corinthians 2:13; 1 John 2:27) He gives commandments. (Acts 1:2) He provides power to be a witness. (Acts 1:8) He provides boldness. (Acts 4:31) He gives sight. (Acts 9:17) . He commissions. (Acts 13:4) . He restrains. (Acts 16:6) He appoints ministries and gives them authority. (Acts 20:28) He releases love. (Romans 5:5) . He is righteous, peace and joy. (Romans 14:17; 15:13; 1 Thessalonians 1:6) . He confesses Christ’s Lordship. (1 Corinthians 12:3) The Holy Spirit brings the gospel. (1 Thessalonians 1:5-6) He is keeping power. (2 Timothy 1:14) He brings renewal. (Titus 3:5) . He moves on believers. (2 Peter 1:21) He convicts the world. (John 16:8) Until next time, Elder Simon Kidd. call out to God to send you Him to show you the way through this life, Ask Him to have His way in your world, turn you to Heaven, in all things.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: Happy New Year
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Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Happy New Year
Be ready for the New year with a new Beginning. From the Kidd Family Ministry box 463 East High st, Owingsville Ky. email [email protected] —phone 1-859-274-2617 call anytime. Why not Let God say who you are in the new year, so just as it was once said, John 2:5 – “Whatever He says unto you, do it.” Great advice. Take The Advice of a Mother! Do you have a great goal in the Expectations of just doing things God’s way, for the New Year? Anyone can. Expectation is everything! We receive what we expect and beyond when we place all that we can be and are in the Lord.. Let’s expect the Lord to do great things for us and our actions to all others and to ourselves, in the coming new year! Turning to the Lord lets us all live larger than we could on our own, it's not God’s design for His people to become victims of the things that happen to them. We can get up again. Biblical examples of people who went through devastating circumstances which they overcame include Peter (Mark 16:1-7, Acts 2), Paul and Silas (Acts 16), Job (James 5:10-11), and David (1 Samuel 30:1-6). There are also countless examples in both history and in the lives of people in our day. God’s design of forgiveness to each person is that power where we make the things life throws at us into stepping stones to victory. We need to allow them to take us to higher ground, not allow them to become stumbling blocks making us victims (1 John 4:4, 1 John 5:4-5, Romans 8:37, Revelation 12:11). That New Birth (John 3:3) This is God given us power even in The world. Now, through Him we can have Him speak to the troubles that come up and on us, the devil and the flesh are the battlefield of everyone born into this world. If we are to be an overcomer, we must be born again. John 3:16 is where God opened all of His love so we could start. This is the first step in overcoming life. The Bible says, “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God” (1 John 5:4-5)? The choice given is the place we are to Choose Life (Deuteronomy 30:15, Deuteronomy 30:19). In these verses we are told that we all have set before us life, prosperity, and blessing, and at the same time death, adversity, and cursing. When life throws things at us we must choose life in order that we may live. Some people have gone through many negative things and have been so beat down by life that you feel there is no way out. Let me encourage you that there is a way out. Our God is the God of all hope (Romans 15:13). We must get up everyday proclaiming with a loud voice “I choose life! ” Once you have made this a habit, write a list of things that you can choose to do everyday to begin to turn your life and situation around. The list should consist of spiritual things that will strengthen your inner man as well as practical things that will help your situation and circumstances. Confidence in God’s Love for You (Romans 8:31-39) In all that Paul went through as a believer and a minister of the gospel he was persuaded, without a doubt, that God was always for him and that He loved him. God’s love doesn’t change with our circumstances, it remains the same. We must have the conviction that God loves us as an individual, not just the world in general. When we have such a persuasion it does three things: It makes us unstoppable (2 Corinthians 4:7-15, 2 Corinthians 11:23-28, Acts 14). No matter what Paul went through nothing stopped him. It subsides stress (1 Peter 5:7). When we are persuaded Jesus really cares about us then we can give Him our cares, concerns, and anxieties and leave them with Him (Matthew 11:28-30 and Philippians 4:6-7). It gives us victory (Romans 8:37). Notice it says “in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him that loves us.” Faith (1 John 5:4-5) It takes real faith to overcome the things the enemy and life throws at us. 2 Corinthians 5:7 says, “We walk by faith and not by sight.” Hebrews 11:1 tells us faith is the “substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen.” According to Hebrews 11:3, God by faith framed the world so that what we see in the natural world was not made out of anything in the visible realm. It’s interesting that our first point about choosing life is preceded by Deuteronomy 30:14 which says, “The Word is near you, even in your mouth, and in your heart that you may do it.” The verse is quoted in Romans 10:8 and referred to as the Word of Faith. There are three things that activate faith: See and believe (John 5:19, Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 5:7). We must see, believe and hope for what does not yet exist in the natural world before it can ever materialize. Speak in faith (Romans 10:8, Romans 10:9-11, Deuteronomy 30:14, Mark 11:22;). This doesn’t mean we lie but begin to say what we are believing God is doing or going to do. There is something about speaking or testifying what we believe that produces life and gives us the power to overcome (Proverbs 18:20-1; Revelation 12:11). Act on what you believe (Deuteronomy 30:14, James 2:17-19, Mark 2:5, Hebrews 11). Throughout Hebrews chapter 11 it constantly injects that by faith they did something and they overcame insurmountable odds by acting on what they believed God for. Encourage Yourself in the Lord (1 Samuel 30:6) David had just experienced what stood to be a major setback and defeat in his life. The enemy had come in his absence and had stolen everything he and his men had, all their possessions and their wives and children as well. He not only felt personal loss but his men also were blaming him for their loss. To add insult to injury, his men were speaking of stoning him to death. We read, 1 Samuel 30:6 – “And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but DAVID ENCOURAGED HIMSELF IN THE LORD HIS GOD.” This has to do with focusing on and speaking the positive in the midst of devastation. “I have overcome bad situations before with God’s help and I will overcome this too.” “I may be going through a difficult time and have failed miserably, but I will overcome this with His help.” “I will come out on top, prosper and be victorious over it all.” In Philippians 4:8, after talking about prayer and thanksgiving in anxious times, Paul stressed for them to think on that which was positive, good and praise worthy. David faced a major crossroad in his life. Up to this point he had been victorious over everything life had thrown at him. In his distress he could have easily given up, but instead he chose to place his faith in God and all He had brought him through to this point and he “encouraged himself in the Lord his God.” It’s significant to note that shortly thereafter David entered his reign as king (2 Samuel 2). How different history may have played out had David given up. Never give up! Praise and Worship (Hebrews 13:15, Job 13:15) There’s power in praise. Prayer focuses on the problem while praise concentrates on the solution. Praise always preceded victory in scripture. Read Joshua 7, 2 Chronicles 20 and Acts 16. Forgiveness (Job 42:10) Job went through devastation and difficulties on more levels than you can imagine. He lost everything. All of his friends said it was his fault and criticized him constantly. At the end, once he had forgiven his friends and prayed for them, God gave him back twice of all he had lost. Some of you have gone through struggles, difficulty, abuse, and betrayal. You are still experiencing defeat in part because you haven’t forgiven those who hurt, abused and betrayed you. Forgiveness is for us more than the offender. Harboring bitterness and unforgiveness is like drinking a cup of poison hoping it will kill the other guy. It doesn’t hurt them but us. Forgive! Focus on the Spiritual Realm (Hebrews 12:2) “They that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace” (Romans 8:5-6). “The flesh lusts (wars) against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary one to the other: so that you cannot do the things that you would” (Galatians 5:17). “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sits on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth” (Colossians 3:1-3). “Aim at heaven and you get earth. Aim on earth and you get nothing.” – C. S. Lewis Matthew 6:33 – “Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” The new birth takes place when you look to Jesus as your only hope of salvation. 1 John 5:4 says, “Whatever is born of God overcomes the world.” We are made up of three parts: flesh, soul (mind, will, intellect and emotions), and spirit (the part that relates to God). When we are born in the flesh (natural birth) our priorities are placed on our flesh first, then soul, and last of all, the spiritual. When we are really born again by the Spirit of God our priorities change completely. They are first set on the spirit, then the soul, and last, the flesh. This doesn’t mean the flesh is ignored altogether, but our priorities have changed. This produces an inner strength that enables us to overcome the things this life may throw at us. This is why we must “keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your mind – affection on the things above, not on the things that are on earth” (Colossians 3:1-2 In John 2, Mary gives a bit of advice to servants at a wedding feast. Can you imagine the miracles that would take place if we would heed her advice? We can take the time in the new year to learn about God's Manifest Goodness and how we can praise Him in each day He gives us. When we see people saved we should praise Him because He is doing it again. Given out the Love of forgiveness. “Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things to come” (Hebrews 9:11). God says He hid Moses in the cleft of the rock and caused all His goodness and glory to pass by him. Let’s believe God for no less in our lives and ministries to all of our families, this coming year. “The Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly” (Psalms 84:11). “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variableness, neither shadow of turning” (James 1:17). Take a new look at what He is telling us Here, In the surrounding context of this verse God is referring to removing our enemy far off from us (Joel 2:20), restoring to His people all that the enemy has stolen from our lives and ministries (Joel 2:25) and the last days outpouring of the Holy Spirit (Joel 2:28-32). The fruit of all our labor is going to be brought to fruition in the same month. “So then neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase” (1 Corinthians 3:7). “Say not, There are still four months and then comes the harvest? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest” (John 4:35). We live better, and we can because of what He has given us, The Lord your God is He who goes with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you” (Deuteronomy 20:4). “O fear the Lord, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him. The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing” (Psalm 34:9-10). Let’s seek the Lord like never before and expect His manifest goodness. “The Lord will again rejoice over you for good” (Deuteronomy 30:9). “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you. The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace” (Exodus 14:13-14). “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their vindication is from Me, declares the Lord” (Isaiah 54:17). “Fear not, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them” (2 Kings 6:16). Let’s believe in God for great things in the new year! Great advice! Can you imagine the miracles that would take place if we would heed this advice? Jesus told the servants to fill six water pots with water, draw some of it out, and take it to the governor of the feast. When the governor tasted the water (that had now become wine) he was amazed. John 2:10 – “Every man at the beginning does set forth good wine: and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse; but you have kept the good wine until now.” A Few Facts About Obedience There’s a release of the miraculous. These water pots, used for purification, contained two or three firkins apiece. A firkin was a unit of measurement consisting of about nine gallons. So each water pot was somewhere between eighteen to twenty-seven gallons. All six would have been approximately one hundred and eight to one hundred sixty two gallons. Will you do whatever Jesus tells you, no matter how foolish, risky or hard it may be? The servants risked looking very foolish, taking what they thought was water to the governor. But, because they obeyed Jesus, a miracle took place. If you will obey all that the Lord tells you no matter how risky or foolish it appears you’ll see the miraculous release in your life. Obedience adds stability to life (Matthew 7:24-27). In Matthew 7, Jesus gives the example of two houses, one built on the sand and another built on a rock (sturdy foundation). When the storms came, the house built on the sand was destroyed, while the house built on the rock survived. The house on the sand represents those who hear the word of God but do not obey it. The house built on the rock represents those who hear the Word of God and obey it. People who refuse to obey God and His Word will fall apart when trouble comes. On the other hand, those who obey God will withstand all the storms of life (Hebrews 2:1). Obedience causes an increase. “For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath” (Matthew 25:29). In other words, if you don’t use it, you will lose it. However, if we use it, an increase follows. If we are given an opportunity to obey God and don’t, sooner or later we will lose the opportunity. If we obey God in faith when He speaks, He will give us another opportunity to obey. That’s how we grow. Life is not a long jump. We do not go from step one to step ten. We must take one step at a time. Each step of obedience provides with it another opportunity for personal, spiritual and corporate advancement. When something is revealed to us, we must step out in faith and obey. When we do, we will be given the next step. The same thing holds true for the church. The church must move in obedience when God gives it vision and direction. If it doesn’t, its growth will be stunted. This applies as well in all areas of life, as well as spiritual growth. Increase and abundance follows obedience. It’s using what we have. If the Holy Spirit gives us insight and we use it H’ell give us more and more insight. If you sow mercy and forgiveness you’ll reap mercy and forgiveness. If God blesses us financially or materially and we use it as He directs, an increase follows. Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye meet with it shall be measured to you again.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 – “But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” Galatians 6:7-10 – “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. And let us not be weary in doing well: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” Obedience causes the Work of God to flourish. Peter and John’s response to those who threatened them not to speak or teach in Jesus’ name was: “Whether it is right in the sight of God to give heed to you rather than to God, you be the judge; for we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard” (Acts 4:18-20). How many times has the work of God been hindered because God’s people failed to obey? I’m not referring to personal failure. Peter failed, but afterward moved on to obey the Lord. As a result, the work of God flourished (Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15-20, Acts 1:8). This applies not only to those who are sent, but also to those who send. Paul said, “How shall they preach except they be sent” (Romans 10:13-15)? Those who are called to preach or minister full time cannot fulfill their call without the support of those God calls to send (support) them. Paul and Silas were able to go on their first missionary journey because of the moral, prayer and financial support of the Antioch church (Acts 13:1-3). Paul sought the support of the church at Rome to continue his labor for God in the region of Spain (Romans 15:23-24). He also was supported by the Philippian church while incarcerated (Philippians 4:15-19). Great things have been and can be accomplished because of the faithful obedience of God’s people. Disobedience is often covered up by superficial spirituality. When going to battle with the Amalekites Saul was told to utterly destroy everything and everyone. Instead, he kept the king and the best of the flocks alive. When Samuel arrived, he rebuked him saying, “Why did you not obey the voice of the Lord” (1 Samuel 15:19)? Saul covered up his disobedience with something appearing to be spiritual. He said he obeyed, but kept the best of the flock to sacrifice to the Lord. Samuel responded, “Hath the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice and to hearken than the fat of rams. For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness (insubordination) as iniquity and idolatry” (1 Samuel 15:22-23). How often do we cover up our disobedience with supposed spirituality? Obedience is learned through suffering. “Though He was a Son, yet learned He obedience by the things which He suffered; And being made perfect, He became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey Him” (Hebrews 5:8-9). Jesus learned obedience through the things He suffered. What makes us think we’re better than him? We learn and grow through suffering and difficulties. We not only learn to obey through suffering, but more accurately, we learn how to obey in the midst of suffering (Acts 8:1-4, Romans 8:17, and 1 Peter 1:6-7). Obedience will be tested. “Though He was a Son, yet He learned obedience by the things which He suffered” (Hebrews 5:8). God will test us to see if we will obey Him. He will put his finger on the very thing in our life that stands between us and Him to see if we will put Him first or not. He tested Abraham with his son (Genesis 22) and the rich man with his riches (Mathew 19:16-22). Abraham passed the test, but the rich man did not. Jesus proved His obedience through the test of suffering at Gethsemane and the cross (Philippians 2:6-11). What is God putting His finger on in your life? Will you pass the test of obedience? Obedience identifies those who truly know and love God. The Word makes it clear that obedience is the real identifying factor of those who love and know God. It reveals those who really belong to Him. That does not mean we will never fall short and fail, but is the normal course of our life one of obedience? John 14:21 – “He who has My commandments and keeps them, it is he who loves Me. And he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest Myself to him.” 1 John 2:3 – “Hereby we do know that we know Him, if we keep his commandments.” Matthew 7:21 – “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord, ’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven.” Obedience is the mark of a true disciple. “As the Lord commanded Moses his servant, so did Moses command Joshua, and so did Joshua; he left nothing undone of all that the Lord commanded Moses” (Joshua 11:15). This does not refer to blind obedience, but if the direction our leader is giving us is reasonable and aligned with scripture, then we must do it. The church is not a democracy, but a theocracy. There is headship in the body of Christ. Jesus is the head (Ephesians 4:15) and a good pastor is like the central nervous system which takes direction from the head and sends it to the rest of the body (Hebrews 13:17 and 1 Peter 5:3). The church should be more like the military where the chain of command is expected to be followed. Anything other than obedience is insubordination (1 Samuel 15:19-23). Obedience adds blessings and success to life. The Word works. If we obey God and His Word it will bring success to our life. There will still be times of testing, but if we persevere in obeying the voice of the Lord, His blessing will follow. Joshua 1:8 – “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.” Psalms 1:2-3 – “His delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper.” James 1:25 – “He who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what (all) he does.” The Call to Salvation Must be Obeyed “He (Jesus) became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him” (Hebrews 5:9). Paul told the Athenians on Mars Hill, “And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men everywhere to repent” (Acts 17:30). To the Romans Paul referred to salvation as the “obedience of faith” (Romans 1:5 and 16:25-26). He referred to those “that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, who shall (not may) be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and the glory of His power” (2 Thessalonians 1:8-9). The Holy Spirit is even now calling you to salvation through faith in Jesus. Will you obey His call by putting your faith in Jesus as your only hope of salvation? Will you accept Him as your personal Lord and Savior? Jesus is even now Choosing you and knocking at the door of your heart, to take His rightful place as Lord of your life (Revelation 3:20). Prayer: Lord Jesus, I have sinned against you and I ask you to forgive me. I believe you died for my sins, rose from the dead, and are seated at the Father’s right hand making intercession for me. Come into my heart and help me to live for you the rest of my life. In Jesus name, amen. All of us can cite examples of not listening to our mother’s advice and living to regret it. In John 2, Mary, Jesus’ mother, gives a bit of advice to servants at a wedding feast. Jesus, the disciples and His mother were attending a celebration that was such a success then they ran out of wine, a great embarrassment to the hosts. 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What does it mean that He will return? He is coming for His church who are the saved people. Your questions are very good, and all of us should look at the answers again. Thank you for them. From the Kidd family Ministry 463 East High st. Owingsville Ky From the Elder Simon Kidd- call any time, 1859-274-2617- [email protected] Today we are in the days of salvation.God has told the sinful world, in no uncertain terms, to repent (Mark 6:12; Luke 24:47; Acts 3:19; 17:30). There are several reasons not to delay repentance. First, the Bible’s command to repent is accompanied by an urgent appeal to do it now: Paul quotes Isaiah 49:8, which speaks of “the day of salvation.” Then he says not to delay: “I tell you, now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2). Repentance should take place as soon as God the Holy Spirit convicts us of our sins (see John 16:8). In other words, today is the day of salvation. “Today, if only you would hear his voice, Do not harden your hearts” (Psalm 95:7–8). We must not let men preach that we are forgiven on down the road, somewhere, Keep on praying in repentance until God shows you that He has forgiven you, and you will know this because He will give you sanctification the proof that He forgave, you, men turn sanctification into many things, so they can live large on you and what you have to give them, When a Holy God, forgives a person he does not make them into a God who can’t sin, but He forgives all of their past, and opens to them John 3:16 as the way to go on through this life, living as He says, and calls Holy living., Each person has to repent for what they have done in sin, Ezek 18:1-21. Romans 10:9-13 is very clear as to what God has for the person He forgives. The Bible mentions a time-sensitive issue in Romans 13:11: In Hebrews 7:25 it speaks of being saved to the utmost, which speaks of an ongoing development. Much as a child develops from childhood into adulthood. “till we all come … to a perfect man … to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.” Ephesians 4:13. May none of us be lulled to sleep and become so involved with the cares of this world that we neglect so great a salvation available to us now. (Hebrews 2:3) Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation” – 2 Corinthians 6:2 The apostle Paul stressed in this verse the urgency of coming to Christ for salvation. It is very dangerous to procrastinate about the decision of where to spend eternity. Each person is responsible to makes their own choice so the sooner one makes a decision to accepts Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior the sooner the person will know that they will spend eternity with Him in heaven and not an eternity apart from Him in the Lake of Fire where there is no hope and no turning back. Ignoring God once a person has heard the Word and continuing being involved in the pleasures and ways of this world is very risky and presumptuous. Proverbs 27:1 tells us: “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.” It is a big mistake to boast about what we will do tomorrow because there is really no way of knowing for sure what will happen and this is critical when it comes to putting off being saved. Another example is found in James 4:13-14: “Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes.” That Christmas Jesus, Easter, Jesus Has Deliverance, And it will come! We have to accept that new beginning he offers now, and the way to start is John 3:16*** to be saved you need to get right with God and depend only on His word the Bible and not on man's doctrines and traditions because the Word of God is unchanging from eternity to eternity. This is what the Bible tells us we need to do: as I take a page from my book living as Church of God. A. Admit you are a sinner – “There is no one righteous, not even one … for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:10, 23) Ask God’s forgiveness. “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Romans 10:13) B. Believe in Jesus – Place your trust in Him as your only hope of salvation. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16) Become a child of God by receiving Christ – “To all who receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God.” (John 1:12) C. Confess that Jesus is your Lord – “that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.” (Romans 10:9-10) Call on Jesus and ask Him to save you before it is too late. Jesus promised: “For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.” (Matthew 7:8) Jesus also said: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me. To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.” (Revelation 3:20-21) True followers of Christ are transformed by the Spirit and their lives are marked by obedience to the Lord and love for one another. Who will come with Jesus at His second coming, and why? “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory” (Matthew 25:31) Answer: All the angels of heaven will come with Jesus at His second coming. As the bright cloud nears the earth, Jesus will send forth His angels, and they will quickly gather together all of the righteous people in preparation for the trip back to heaven (Matthew 24:31). It's no fairytale! One day, you can be free from all the hurt, hunger, loneliness, crime, and chaos infecting the world today. Doesn’t that sound wonderful? But it’s not going to be some charismatic world leader who is going to deliver you—no, your deliverer is far superior! Jesus is coming soon, but there are a lot of misconceptions regarding how He’s coming back. So take a few minutes to understand what the Bible really says about the second coming so you won’t be left cut out! What will happen to the righteous people when Jesus comes the second time? “The Lord Himself will descend from heaven … and the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord” (1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17). “We shall all be changed … and the dead will be raised incorruptible. For … this mortal must put on immortality” (1 Corinthians 15:51–53). “We also eagerly wait for… the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body” (Philippians 3:20, 21). Answer: Those who accepted Christ during their lives but have died will be raised from their graves, given perfect and immortal bodies, and will be caught up into the clouds to meet the Lord. The saved living will also be given new bodies and will be caught up to meet the Lord in the air. Jesus will then take all the saved to heaven. Note: that Jesus does not touch the earth at His second coming. The saints meet Him “in the air.” So God’s people won’t be fooled by any report that says Christ is in, for instance, London, New York, Moscow, or anywhere else on the earth. We are going to see the False Christ that will appear on the earth and do miracles (Matthew 24:23–27), but Jesus will remain in the clouds above the earth at His second coming. How can we know when we have reached the very last days of earth’s history? Does the Bible describe the world and its people in the last generation? Answer: Yes! Look at the following signs of the last days. You will be amazed. And these are just a few of many signs that show we are in some time of those days of earth’s history. We have been told so read it again for yourselves………… Wars and Commotions Prophecy: “When you hear of wars and commotions, do not be terrified; for these things must come to pass” (Luke 21:9). Fulfillment: Wars and terror attacks are affecting millions worldwide. Only Jesus’ soon coming will bring an end to the pain and destruction. Unrest, Fear, and Upheaval Prophecy: “There will be … on the earth distress of nations, with perplexity … men’s hearts failing them from fear and the expectation of those things which are coming on the earth” (Luke 21:25, 26). Fulfillment: This is a very accurate picture of the world today—and there is a reason: We are the people of the very last days of earth’s history. The tense atmosphere present in the world today should not surprise us. Christ foretold it. It should convince us that His coming is near. Increase of Knowledge Prophecy:“The time of the end … knowledge shall increase” (Daniel 12:4). Fulfillment: The dawn of the Information Age makes this one obvious. Even the most skeptical mind must admit that this sign is fulfilled. Knowledge is exploding in all areas of science—medicine, technology, and more. Scoffers and Religious Skeptics Prophecy: “Scoffers will come in the last days” (2 Peter 3:3). “They will not endure sound doctrine. … They will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables” (2 Timothy 4:3, 4). Fulfillment: It isn’t difficult to see the fulfillment of this prophecy today. Even religious leaders are denying the plain Bible teachings of Creation, the Flood, the divinity of Christ, the second coming, and many other Bible truths. Public educators teach our youth to scoff at the Bible record and substitute evolution and other false teachings for the plain facts of God’s Word. Moral Degeneracy, Decline of Spirituality Prophecy: “In the last days … men will be lovers of themselves … unloving … without self-control … despisers of good … having a form of godliness but denying its power” (2 Timothy 3:1–3, 5). Fulfillment: America is in the midst of a spiritual crisis. People from all walks of life are saying so. Nearly one marriage in two ends in divorce for the Clergy . The current generation’s decreasing interest in Bible spirituality is a plain fulfillment of God’s Word. For a real shock, see how many of the last-day sins listed in 2 Timothy 3:1–5 you see described in the news today. Nothing short of the coming of the Lord will stem the tide of evil now engulfing the world. Craze for Pleasure Prophecy: "In the last days … men will be … lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God” (2 Timothy 3:1, 2, 4). When can we see this, Fulfillment: The world has gone crazy for pleasure. Only a few people attend church regularly, but thousands jam sporting arenas and other places of amusement. Americans are spending billions each year for pleasure and only “peanuts, ” in comparison, for God’s causes. Pleasure-mad Americans waste billions of hours in front of the TV searching for worldly gratification—in direct fulfillment of 2 Timothy 3:4. There will be an Increasing Lawlessness, Bloody Crimes, and Violence Prophecy: “Lawlessness will abound” (Matthew 24:12). “Evil men and impostors will grow worse and worse” (2 Timothy 3:13). “The land is filled with crimes of blood, and the city is full of violence” (Ezekiel 7:23). Fulfillment has been and will be, again, : It is obvious that this sign is fulfilled. Lawlessness is increasing with shocking rapidity. Many fear for their lives just stepping out the door of their homes. Many today are concerned about the survival of civilization because crime and terror sweeps forward relentlessly. Natural Disaster and Upheaval will come and go. Prophecy: “There will be great earthquakes in various places, and famines and pestilences … and on the earth distress of nations, with perplexity” (Luke 21:11, 25). Fulfillment: Earthquakes, tornadoes, and floods are increasing at an unprecedented rate. Thousands die daily of starvation, disease, and lack of water and health care—all signs that we live in earth’s last hours. Beware of people who say they have a special understanding or A Special Message to the World in the Last Days Prophecy: “This gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come” (Matthew 24:14). Fulfillment: The great, last-warning message of Christ’s second coming is now being presented in nearly every world language. Before Jesus’ second coming, every person in the world will be warned of His soon return. A Turning to Spiritism Prophecy: “In latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits” (1 Timothy 4:1). “They are spirits of demons” (Revelation 16:14). Fulfillment: People today, including a vast number of the heads of nations, seek counsel from psychics, channelers, and spiritists. Spiritism has invaded Christian churches as well, propped up by the unbiblical teaching of the immortality of the soul. The Bible teaches that the dead are dead. (See Study Guide 10 for more on this subject.) Capital Labor Trouble Prophecy: “The wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you kept back by fraud, cry out; and the cries of the reapers have reached the ears of the Lord. … Be patient … for the coming of the Lord is at hand” (James 5:4, 8). Fulfillment: Trouble between capital and labor is predicted for the last days. Do you doubt this is fulfilled? 11. Just how near is the Lord’s second coming? “Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near. So you also, when you see all these things, know that it is near—at the doors! Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all these things take place” (Matthew 24:32–34). Answer: The Bible is very specific and plain on this point. Almost all the signs have been fulfilled. We cannot know the day and hour of Christ’s return (Matthew 24:36), but we can know that His coming is near. God has promised to finish things very quickly now (Romans 9:28). Christ is coming back to this earth for His people soon. Are you ready? 12. Satan is telling many falsehoods regarding the second coming of Christ and, with lying wonders and miracles, will deceive millions. How can you be certain you will not be deceived? “They are spirits of demons, performing signs ” (Revelation 16:14). “False christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect” (Matthew 24:24). “To the law and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this word, it is because there is no light in them” (Isaiah 8:20). Answer: Satan has invented many false teachings about the second coming and is deceiving millions into believing that Christ has already come or that He will come in a manner not consistent with the Bible’s teachings. But Christ has warned us of Satan’s strategy, saying, “Take heed that no one deceives you” (Matthew 24:4). He has exposed Satan’s falsehoods so we can be forewarned, and He reminds us, “See, I have told you beforehand” (Matthew 24:25). For example, Jesus stated specifically that He will not appear in the desert or come to a séance chamber (verse 26). There is no reason to be deceived if we learn what God teaches about Christ’s second coming. People who know what the Bible says about the second coming will not be led astray by Satan. All others will be deceived. 13. How can you be certain you’ll be ready when Jesus comes back? “The one who comes to Me I will by no means cast out” (John 6:37). “As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God” (John 1:12). “I will put My laws in their mind and write them on their hearts” (Hebrews 8:10). “Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57). Answer: Jesus said, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in” (Revelation 3:20). Through the Holy Spirit, Jesus knocks and asks to come into your heart so that He can change your life. If you turn your life over to Him, He will erase all your sins (Romans 3:25) and give you the power to live a godly life (Philippians 2:13). As a free gift, He bestows upon you His own righteous character so you can stand unafraid before a holy God. Doing His will becomes a pleasure. It is so simple that many doubt its reality, but it’s true. Your part is simply to give your life to Christ and let Him live within you. His part is to work the mighty miracle within you that changes your life and prepares you for His second coming. It is a free gift. You need only accept it. 14. Of what great danger does Christ warn us? "Be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect” (Matthew 24:44). “Take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly” (Luke 21:34). “As the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be” (Matthew 24:37). Answer: There is great danger in becoming so busy with the cares of this life or so entranced by the pleasures of sin that the coming of the Lord could sneak up on us as the Flood did on the world in Noah’s day, and we would be surprised, unprepared, and lost. Sadly, this will be the experience of millions. Jesus is coming back very soon. Are you prepared? 15. Do you want to be ready when Jesus returns for His people? Answer: Thought Questions 1. Isn’t the great tribulation yet to come? It is true that a terrible tribulation will cover the earth just before Jesus returns to deliver His people. Daniel described it as “a time of trouble, such as never was” (Daniel 12:1). However, Matthew 24:21 refers to the awful persecution of God’s people during the Dark Ages, when millions were slain. 2. Since the Lord is coming “as a thief in the night, ” how can anyone know anything about it? The answer is found in 1 Thessalonians 5:2–4: “You yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night. For when they say, ‘Peace and safety! ’ then sudden destruction comes upon them, as labor pains upon a pregnant woman. And they shall not escape. But you, brethren, are not in darkness, so that this Day should overtake you as a thief.” The emphasis of this passage is on the suddenness of the day of the Lord. It comes as a thief only for those who are unprepared, not for those who are prepared—those called “brethren.” 3. When will Christ set up His kingdom on the earth? After the great 1, 000-year period of Revelation 20. This millennium begins at the second coming, when Jesus takes the righteous from earth to heaven to live and reign with Him “a thousand years” (Revelation 20:4). At the close of the 1, 000 years, “the holy city, new Jerusalem” (Revelation 21:2) comes down from heaven to the earth with all the saints (Zechariah 14:1, 5) and the wicked dead of all ages are raised to life (Revelation 20:5). They surround the city to capture it (Revelation 20:9), but fire comes down from out of heaven and devours them. This fire purifies the earth and burns up all traces of sin (2 Peter 3:10, Malachi 4:3). Then God creates a new earth (2 Peter 3:13; Isaiah 65:17; Revelation 21:1) and gives it to the righteous, and “God Himself will be with them and be their God” (Revelation 21:3). Perfect, holy, happy beings, restored once again to the perfect image of God, will at last be at home in a sinless, spotless world as God originally planned. (For more information on God’s beautiful new kingdom, see Study Guide 4. For more about the 1, 000 years, see Study Guide 12.) 4. Why don’t we hear more preaching and teaching today regarding Christ’s second coming? The devil is responsible. He well knows that the second coming is the “blessed hope” (Titus 2:13) of the Christian, and that once understood, it changes the lives of men and women and leads them to take a personal, active part in spreading that good news to others. This infuriates Satan, so he influences those who have “a form of godliness” (2 Timothy 3:5) to scoff, saying, “Where is the promise of His coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning” (2 Peter 3:3, 4). Those who deny or make light of Christ’s second advent as a literal, soon coming event are fulfilling Bible prophecy—and doing the devil a service. 5. But wasn’t Jesus speaking of a secret rapture when He said in Luke 17:36, “One will be taken and the other left”? No. There is no indication that the event is secret. Jesus was describing Noah’s flood and the destruction of Sodom. (See Luke 17:26–37.) He told how God spared Noah and Lot and destroyed the wicked. He said specifically that the flood and fire “destroyed them all” (verses 27, 29). Plainly, in each case, a few were taken to safety and the rest were destroyed. Then He added, “Even so will it be in the day when the Son of Man is revealed” (verse 30). To illustrate, Jesus continued, “Two men will be in the field: the one will be taken and the other left” (verse 36). There is nothing secret about His return. “Every eye will see Him” (Revelation 1:7). At His second coming, Christ publicly and openly takes the righteous up into the clouds (1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17), while His holy presence slays the wicked (Isaiah 11:4; 2 Thessalonians 2:8). That’s why Luke 17:37 speaks of the bodies of the wicked and mentions the eagles (or vultures) gathered around them. (See also Revelation 19:17, 18.) The wicked who are left behind at Christ’s coming are left dead. (For more on the “secret rapture” theory, contact us for our book on the subject.) Will the second coming of Christ be visible to everyone or only to a select group? “Behold, He is coming with clouds, and every eye will see Him” (Revelation 1:7). “As the lightning comes from the east and flashes to the west, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be” (Matthew 24:27). “The Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first” (1 Thessalonians 4:16). Biblical truth is that Every man, woman, and child living in the world when Jesus returns will see Him at His second coming. The staggering brightness of His appearance will stretch from horizon to horizon, and the atmosphere will be charged with brilliant glory like lightning. No one will be able to hide from it. This will be a loud, dramatic event in which even the dead are raised. Note: Every person will know the second coming is occurring! Some use 1 Thessalonians 4:16 to suggest a “secret rapture, ” where the saved disappear from the earth quietly, but it’s actually one of the noisiest verses in the Bible: The Lord shouts, a trumpet blasts, and the dead are raised! The second coming is not a quiet event, nor is it only a spiritual coming into the heart. It does not take place at a person’s death, nor is it figurative. All these theories are human inventions, but the Bible plainly states that the second coming will be a literal, worldwide, visible, personal appearance of Christ in the clouds. What will happen to the wicked people when Jesus comes again? “With the breath of His lips He shall slay the wicked” (Isaiah 11:4). “At that day the slain of the Lord shall be from one end of the earth even to the other end of the earth” (Jeremiah 25:33). Answer: Those who are rebelliously clinging to sin when Jesus comes will perish from His radiant glory. 1. Can we be positive Jesus will return a second time? “Christ … will appear a second time” (Hebrews 9:28). “If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again” (John 14:3). Answer: Yes! In Matthew 26:64, Jesus testified that He would come back to this earth again. Since the Scriptures cannot be broken (John 10:35), this is proof positive. It is Christ’s own personal guarantee. Besides, Jesus fulfilled the prophecies of His first coming—so we can be absolutely certain that He will fulfill the prophecies concerning His second coming too! In what manner will Jesus return the second time? “When He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, ‘Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven’ ” (Acts 1:9–11). Answer: The Scriptures promise that Jesus will return to this earth in the same manner that He left—in a visible, literal, bodily, personal manner. Matthew 24:30 says, “They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.” He will come in the clouds literally, as a personal being with a body of flesh and bones (Luke 24:36–43, 50, 51). His coming will be visible; Scripture is clear on these facts! What is the purpose of Jesus’ second coming to this earth? “Behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work” (Revelation 22:12). “I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also” (John 14:3). “That He may send Jesus Christ … whom heaven must receive until the times of restoration of all things” (Acts 3:20, 21). Answer: Jesus is coming back to this earth to save His people, just as He promised, and to take them to the beautiful home He has prepared for them. How will Christ’s second coming affect the earth itself? “There was a great earthquake, such a mighty and great earthquake as had not occurred since men were on the earth. … Then every island fled away, and the mountains were not found” (Revelation 16:18, 20). “I beheld, and indeed the fruitful land was a wilderness, and all its cities were broken down at the presence of the Lord” (Jeremiah 4:26). “The Lord makes the earth empty and makes it waste. … The land shall be entirely emptied” (Isaiah 24:1, 3). Answer: The earth will be seized by a great earthquake at the coming of the Lord. This earthquake will be so devastating that it will leave the world in a state of total destruction. Does the Bible give specific information regarding the nearness of Christ’s second coming? Answer: Yes! Jesus Himself said, “When you see all these things, know that it is near—at the doors! ” (Matthew 24:33). The Lord placed signs all along the way from His ascension to His second coming. See below. .. The Destruction of Jerusalem the first time, Prophecy: “Not one stone shall be left here upon another, that shall not be thrown down. … Let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains” (Matthew 24:2, 16). Fulfillment: Jerusalem was destroyed in ad 70 by the Roman warrior Titus. . Great Persecution, Tribulation Prophecy: “Then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world” (Matthew 24:21). Fulfillment: This prophecy points primarily to the tribulation that took place during the Dark Ages and was instigated by the apostate Christian church. It lasted more than 1, 000 years. Over 50 million Christians were slain by the false church, which “has shed more innocent blood than any other institution that has ever existed among mankind.” W.E.H. Lecky, History of the Rise and Influence of the Spirit of Rationalism in Europe, (Reprint New York: Braziller, 1955) Vol. 2, pp. 40-45. Sun Turned into Darkness Prophecy: “Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened” (Matthew 24:29). Fulfillment: This was fulfilled by a day of supernatural darkness on May 19, 1780. It was not an eclipse. One eyewitness described, “The 19th of May, 1780, was a remarkable dark day. Candles were lighted in many houses; the birds were silent and disappeared, and the fowls retired to roost. … A very general opinion prevailed that the day of judgment was at hand.” Connecticut Historical Collections, compiled by John Warner Barber (2nd ed. New Haven: Durrie & Peck and J.W. Barber, 1836) p. 403. Moon Turned into Blood Prophecy: “The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the coming of the great and awesome day of the Lord” (Joel 2:31). Fulfillment: The moon became as red as blood on the night of “the dark day, ” May 19, 1780. One observer said, in Stone’s History of Massachusetts, “The moon which was at its full, had the appearance of blood.” Stars Fall from Heaven Prophecy: “The stars will fall from heaven” (Matthew 24:29). This has already happened once, but will happen again. Fulfillment the first time? : A stunning star shower took place on the night of November 13, 1833. It was so bright that a newspaper could be read on an otherwise dark street. People thought the end of the world had come. Look into this. It is most fascinating—and a sign of Christ’s coming. One writer said, “For nearly four hours the sky was literally ablaze.”* This Easter Jesus is the person the Bible tells us is that Jesus who is to Comes in the Clouds Prophecy: “Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory” (Matthew 24:30). Fulfillment: This is the next great event. Are you ready?

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Here is is your answer to the Foolish in the Reply on this site. From the Elder—Thank you for all your Emails, and I understand that you will not use the Reply on this post site Owingsville topics. You can email us anytime. Foolish replies will come from the devil when anyone talks about Jesus as the Lord or Savior. False Religions, who give out fake salvation, have fostered this in our world today. Anyone can see what happens when we post about Jesus as the Only Lord. You can see how much it hurts the devil in the person, by what they post as a reply.

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A reply from the Elder, The word so many of you are emailing Me to tell you about or want to learn is PERSPICUITY! This is another word to say the Bible is just as God had it say. Thank you we are your servants, The Kidd Family Ministry, box- 463 East High st Owingsville Ky so Email us anytime, [email protected] we are there for you. The Church of God people say, THE SCRIPTURES INSPIRED The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired by God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct. And anyone can read that it says it is here. 2 Timothy 3:15-17 1 Thessalonians 2:13 2 Peter 1:21 The authority of Scripture is a key issue for the Christian Church and for all people, in this and every age. Those who profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour are called to show the reality of their discipleship by humbly and faithfully obeying God’s written Word. To stray from Scripture in faith or conduct is disloyalty to our Master. Recognition of the total truth and trustworthiness of Holy Scripture is essential to a full grasp and adequate confession of its authority. God, who is Himself Truth and speaks truth only, has inspired Holy Scripture in order thereby to reveal Himself to lost mankind through Jesus Christ as Creator and Lord, Redeemer and Judge and the way to live entirely read for the next life. . Holy Scripture is God's witness to Himself. Holy Scripture, being God's own Word, written by men prepared and superintendent by His Spirit, is of infallible divine authority in all matters upon which it touches: it is to be believed, as God's instruction, in all that it affirms; obeyed, as God's command, in all that it requires; embraced, as God's pledge, in all that it promises. The Holy Spirit, Scripture's divine Author, both authenticates it to us by His inward witness and opens our minds to understand its meaning. Being wholly and verbally God-given, Scripture is without error or fault in all its teaching, no less in what it states about God's acts in creation, about the events of world history, and about its own literary origins under God, than in its witness to God's saving grace in individual lives. The authority of Scripture is inescapably impaired if this total divine inerrancy is in any way limited or disregarded, or made relative to a view of truth contrary to the Bible's own; and such lapses bring serious loss to both the individual and the Church. Men do not have the answers. This is the truth, The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is the record of God’s revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. It reveals the principles by which God judges us; and therefore is, and will remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct and understanding about God , and religious opinions should be tried. The criterion by which the Bible is to be interpreted is Jesus Christ as already the Lord.. That word so many hate, or the False Teachers want people to stay away from the understanding of what it is telling us to do, because when we understand what this word means, the word perspicuity should be and is God’s will for all mankind, it is where we look up what all clergy says in in the Bible, and is God’s answers to this life. We stand by the fact that the bible is open to all and anyone can read it for themselves, as the very truth of God to all Mankind. So That word is *** {PERSPICUITY} STANDING ON THE WORD! Church of God people see it as the great Doctrine it is. It is the fact that a person should read the bible for themselves, or the better not let a man tell them something that God has said and then not see it in the Bible and if it is in the bible it is to be good enough for us all. We are to see the Bible as God, only Creed. With this in mind we all can stand with what God says to us, When I say Creed it is like this and From the Latin word credo, meaning ‘I believe’, creeds are statements of personal belief. They have been used throughout the history of the church to helpfully condense the fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. They are a valuable in that they – Summarize Christian truth – Testify to what the Church has always believed – Help us be precise in how we express truth – Guard us against heresy and error – Unify believers who share the same testimony The Doctrine of Perspicuity says that God has given mankind His message in the Scriptures which can be clearly understood. That is, if a person was just to read the Bible they would understand its message. But there is a counter-doctrine known as the Doctrine of Perspicacity which says that mankind’s sinful heart will always tend to distort what God is clearly saying. So we are told by God himself to let His word be the answer to all things from Him. We sometimes used the word Occam's Razor to tell everyone that God has already told us in the simplest terms in the Scripture as to what He calls obedience to Him. we would not know if He had not told us, so do not take a mans word for what God is telling us all. When God says something we should take it for just as God has said. The scripture does not need a clergy to translate it for us. Just look at, Such statements as to be found in the New Testament. Examples include, First Corinthians 15:3-4, First Timothy 1:15, Second Timothy 2:11, and Titus 3:4-7. Tell us what God stands for and says is His answer to our life. God tells us this, one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible; men will turn this into anything someone will pay for, that the payCheck is their end game. God already tells us in the Bible that the truth is we are saved because of one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, begotten of the Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, Very God of Very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father, by whom all things were made; who for us men, and for our salvation, came down from heaven, and, was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the Virgin Mary, and was made man, and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried, and the third day he rose again according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of the Father. And he shall come again with glory to judge both the quick and the dead, whose kingdom shall have no end. God is telling us this and all of the human race this very clearly in the scripture And He wants us to believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of Life, who proceedeth from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified, who spoke by the prophets. All who do not obey God are already told what will happen at the end of life, or the end of time, the truth about God and the truth about Jesus: is given to us all, when some stands in the judgment and receives Hell is will not be because God kept something from you, the Bible is everywhere and can be read just as it is, anyone can read this and should, because it will be you who goes to hell, Romans 10:9-10 is God showing us His way out and He has it there in the Scripture, He says, "If you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord, ” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. Hebrews 13:15-16 Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise-the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Hebrews 3:1 Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. We all can and should read God’s word just as it is, have you ever read this for just as it says, to us? This is what we all can see and understand when we read the scripture for ourselves, God has revealed Himself truthfully to humans through the inspired texts of the Scriptures. These canonical texts, Old and New Testaments, are inerrant, infallible, and reliable in detail and in theological content. The Bible, as the sufficient Word of God, has authority over the church and the Christian's life and thought. As divinely inspired texts, the meaning of the biblical authors is to be discerned through careful, textual interpretation guided by the Spirit. 1 Corinthians 2:10-14; 2 Timothy 3:16, 17; 2 Peter 1:19-21. We will see one God-eternal, all-powerful, all-knowing, and always present, existing as three Persons- Father, Son, and Spirit, one in nature, attributes, power, and glory. God will be glorified by all creation and is worthy of worship from all humans. Genesis 1:1, 26; Psalm 104, 148; Proverbs 30:4; Matthew 28:19; Mark 12:29; John 1:1-4, 14, 18; Acts 5:3, 4; 2 Corinthians 13:14; 1 Timothy 2:3-4. We will read and understand that it is God’s will that all Humankind knows what is going to happen at the end, in the scriptures we learn that in the bodily resurrection and judgment of all the dead. Those people who are in Christ will be saved to a life of eternal glory with God. Unbelievers will suffer judgment and eternal punishment in the lake of fire. Matthew 10:28; 18:8, 9; 25:41, 46; Mark 9:43-49; John 5:28, 29; 2 Thessalonians 1:6-9; Revelation 20:6, 11-15; 21:1-8. A false teacher or clergy will not want you to read this for just what the Bible says about it and to You. This understanding will take the devil out of your life, and with the choice God has given to all, it will return you to Jesus Christ and God the Father. Deut. 6:4, “Hear O Israel, the LORD is our God, the LORD alone.” men are not the savior, Jesus is, The Lord is already the Lord. We should be just like they were in 1 Kings. 18:39, “And when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces; and they said, “The LORD, he is God; the LORD, he is God." When we think a man is above God we need to repent, because God is talking to us all through the Bible. Look what Peter says, Matt. 16:16, “Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” This John 1:1-4, has the job that God tells us in John 3:15-17- and will do this as we read in Romans 10:9-13. And there is no clergy telling us this at all. The clergy is told this, Matt. 28:19, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” So do you know this Jesus? We all can. John 1:49, “Nathanael answered him, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel! ” The clergy today is to be just like He told them here, John 6:68-69, “Simon Peter answered him, “Lord to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life; and we have believed, and have come to know, that you are the Holy One of God.” John 20:28, “Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God! ” The clergy has a lot to do, Acts 8:36-37, “And as they went along the road they came to some water, and the eunuch said, “See, here is water! What is to prevent my being baptized? ” And Philip said, “If you believe with all your heart, you may.” And he replied, “I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.” Who do you see as Lord, and savior? Acts 16:31, “And they said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.” 1 Cor. 8:6, “Yet for us there is one God, the Father, from whom are all things and for whom we exist, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom are all things and through whom we exist.” 1 Cor. 12:3, “Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking by the Spirit of God ever says “Jesus be cursed! ” and no one can say “Jesus is Lord” except by the Holy Spirit.” 1 Cor. 15:3-7, “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures, and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. Then he appeared to more than five hundred brethren at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have fallen asleep. Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles.” Phil. 2:6-11, “Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form he humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 1 Tim. 3:16, “Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of our religion: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the nations, believed in the world, taken up in glory.” Hebrews 6:1-2, “Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, with instruction about ablutions, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.” 1 John 4:2, “By this you know the Spirit of God: every spirit which confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God.” Until Next time The Elder, Your servant, and Brother in the Lord.

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That's why I don't care if I have the Hershey's, I thank God for these butt squirts, "Thank you Lord for letting me be alive to squirt these fabulous Hershey streams out of my wrecked um" if this is your desire let the sauce keep flowing & my heart keep beating, amen. In Jesus name amen".

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The Christmas Jesus we can read about in the Bible Luke 2:1-22 there is no other way to God but in this John 3:16 Jesus.

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Religion is a pagan construct, an industry, designed to fill collection plates and sell Christmas cards and strings of colored lights. Jesus is the Sun, who will rise again from the East. Jesus saves! The return of the Sun saves you from long nights and predatory eyes just beyond the campfire.

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Sometimes I wonder why children, women & animals get raped, tortured, blown up, starve, live in drug roach infested houses if they have a house at all, then i remember Jesus loves them & it's part of his plan... How they were stoned to death, men had concubines... Something's I wonder what gods thinking as he's watching them getting raped because he sees all right? Has power right? How about the children stuck in war? Ever watch Kensington live cam? Perhaps you should GO PREACH TO THEM NOW!!!! please, go save them, they sell dope on live can on YouTube & really need you.

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ARE YOU Praying and the trouble still is pouring in. You are not alone! God sends us answers! From the Elder Simon Kidd, Kidd Family Ministry box 463 East High St Owingsville Ky. [email protected] 1-859-274-2617. When we need help what do we do? When we turn to the Bible for answers, we quickly see James 5: 13-20, most people ask who is this person who will stand beside you when you hurt so bad, Would a Holy God send me help, The Pastor, Elder, Church person what would they who are just another human stand but you and just cry with you and pray on even when the Doctor says there is no Hope, Read on and see what such a Hope in the Lord is possible. And You to will say where the Oil? ***Psalm 38: You’re not in this alone God already tells us this James 5:14 the Clergy is calling out for you because they do know this to be the truth, of the word, 1 Peter 2:24 "He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed." "Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord." the Clergy is first to step forward and to that is My God you seek , remembering this from God’s word, Psalms 146:8 "The Lord gives sight to the blind, the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down, the Lord loves the righteous." That is all power is in Him. and God has His answers for us all, Isaiah 38:17 "Surely it was for my benefit that I suffered such anguish. In your love you kept me from the pit of destruction; you have put all my sins behind your back." God always has help even if it is just comfort in a hard time in our life, Isaiah 57:18-19 "'I have seen their ways, but I will heal them; I will guide them and restore comfort to Israel's mourners, creating praise on their lips. Peace, peace, to those far and near, ' says the Lord, 'And I will heal them.'" When we are sick it will turn us to God, who else do we have? Calling out to the clergy, for help, Proverbs 17:22 “A healing heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." Proverbs 4:20-22 The preacher will point back to God. “My son, give attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your eyes; keep them in the midst of your heart; for they are life to those who find them, and health to all their flesh.” Every person who is seeking God for a return to good health is praying what we are already told hear, Psalm 6:2 “Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am faint. Heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony.” It is a good thing to remember this from the scripture, Psalm 41:3 “The Lord sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness.” Saved people believe God and stand on what His word says, so the preacher call upon God because of what He has said*** Proverbs 16:24 “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” The preacher knows you are down, and remembers this from the Bible, Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Days of old come to mind when the clergy anoint the Sick, Wisdom of Solomon 16:12 “It wasn’t any herb or ointment that healed them but your word alone, Lord, which heals everything.” The preacher knows that there is trouble in this world, but they are remembering this on your behalf Psalm 23:4 “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” They are standing on what God has said about all who believe, on Him and in Him*** Malachi 4:2 “But for you who fear My name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shall go out leaping like calves from the stall.” So what can we say when it is hard to get up again, from a sickness Psalm 73:26 “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” The pastor who sometimes can only stand and cry with you does point to what God has told us hear, John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” and does tell us all this, just so we can remember what good things God has for us, James 5:16 “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” God always gives us a way out. This will turn our hearts back to God and that is a part of the Pastors job, and purposes calling, Isaiah 33:2 is on their mind “Lord, be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in times of distress.” The Pastor knows this to be the very truth from Heaven*** they stand by on on this very good comfort Psalm 119:50 “This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.” But the called clergy will have this in their mind, Philippians 4:19 “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” The Elders stand on this Isaiah 40:29 "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." Psalms 107:20-21 "He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind." Psalm 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Jesus has the power, Matthew 9:35 "Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness." He wants to see our faith in Him, Mark 5:34 "He said to her, 'Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.'" Remembering this the The elders call out for to God for you, Psalm 30:2 and for themselves, "Lord my God, I called you for help, and you healed me." Though most psalms point to God’s enduring faithfulness and eventual deliverance, they don’t all end neatly tied up with a bow. Sometimes we have to endure until the end. But that doesn’t mean they don’t still bring comfort. I personally find enormous amounts of encouragement in Psalm 38, where David offers up a litany of his sufferings. “There is no health in my body, ” he laments. His wounds “fester and are loathsome, ” his back “is filled with searing pain.” To me, it’s good to read that my suffering is not unique. There’s solidarity in remembering that even (or especially) God’s beloved saints have endured illnesses just as bad—or far worse—than mine. It is important when talking about sickness to realize that illnesses were not in God's original design (Genesis 1:27-31). When Adam and Eve used their free will to make the choice to sin in the Garden of Eden, decay was allowed to enter the picture (Genesis 3:14-20). The growth, life, and death of things are reminders that nothing is perfect without God. We have to always remember that God has everything in His hands and that we only see half of the veil (Isaiah 55:9). It is hard to discuss sickness with people because it is a very touchy subject. Sometimes sickness is a result of personal choices such as what we eat or do. Sometimes an illness happens because it is passed down genetically. Sometimes accidents happen that result in sicknesses. It is possible that God will occasionally allow these things to happen in order to bring someone close to Him. It's also possible that Satan and his demons could be causing it (Matthew 17:14-18; Luke 13:10-16). Psalm 41: God is Healer Preachers pray, and as Jeames 5:13-20 says they do, but God is the Healer, the Clergy just for it, on your behalf. Psalm 41 contains perhaps the most comforting verse in all of Scripture for anyone struggling with sickness: “The Lord will sustain him on his sickbed and restore him from his bed of illness.” While we know that God doesn’t heal every illness—and when he does, it’s always on his own timeline—this psalm testifies to the sustaining grace he offers our souls when our bodies fail us. no matter whether it is a natural result of a sinful world, from God, or from the Enemy, we can rest assured that God will use any illnesses to achieve His perfect purposes for our lives. "We also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us" (Romans 5:3-5). Other times, sickness could be allowed as a testament for God's glory (Acts 28:7-10). Remember a guy in the Bible by the name Job? He was a man in the Old Testament who loved his Creator completely and without reservation. God sure allowed for a lot to happen to him by Satan's hand—most of it would make us cringe and question God's goodness and righteousness (Job 1:6-12). Satan took and took from Job, down to the man's personal health. Job's friends came and sat with him for a week in silence; they were so shocked at what had happened to him (Job 2:13). Then they questioned him, accused him of having secret sin, and told him to forsake what he believed. Though Job, being human, sometimes questioned why he had even been born, he never cursed God for what was happening (Job 1:22). When all of his friends had abandoned him, Job still found it in himself to trust God. In the end, God praised him and restored twice as much as what he had lost (Job 42:7-17). Sometimes it is cause through what we eat, so the clergy will remind us of what God said and that is this Exodus 23:25 "Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from you." Psalm 35: Fight back against illness as well as those things that come at you. In Psalm 35, David asks the Lord to “contend with those who contend with me”—meaning King Saul’s army that pursued David as he fled through the desert. But in my own life, I like to use this psalm as a rallying cry against the invading agents that assault my body during a sickness. I picture the “attackers gathered against me when I was unaware” as the bacteria or virus that’s making me sick. And I pray that, like David’s pursuers, they may be scattered far away. In a final, beautiful affirmation, this psalm ends by declaring that God loves it when his children are healthy: “The Lord delights in the well-being of his servant.” If you know someone who is sick... Be there for them. Encourage them. Comfort them. But remember that it is not necessarily appropriate for you to try to point out the reasons behind their illness. Job's friends were far from helpful with their so-called advice. You could be more damaging than helpful. Loving and caring for them is what we are called to do unless otherwise prompted by God (James 5:15). If you are the one who is sick... Don't lose faith in God. You may never know why He is allowing this to happen to you, but you can be assured that there is a purpose (Psalm 119:67-77). God would not allow you to suffer for no reason. God is always good—even when He allows us to feel pain. Death, the ultimate end of suffering, is also an act of God's pure goodness and mercy. I doubt anyone who got to Heaven because of an illness regrets the suffering they had to endure on earth. Be comforted by the fact that there is a day coming when sickness will no longer be a problem for anyone. A day in which all will be returned back to its former glory as God had intended it. "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away." —Revelation 21:4 Psalm 73: Don’t compare and despair When I’m sick, it’s all too easy to look at others who feel fine and get jealous or resentful. Why am I the one stuck here suffering?, I wonder. It’s not fair! The writer of Psalm 73 apparently felt the same way. “They have no struggles; their bodies are healthy and strong, ” he notes about those around him. Still, by the psalm’s end, he circles back to the truth of God’s perpetual presence: “Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand.” He even finds peace in detaching from the comparison trap: “But, as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge.” The psalms not only offer encouragement for recovery from sickness, but remind us that suffering is part of the human condition. God’s understanding of—and compassion for—sickness comes through loud and clear in these ancient poems. May you find comfort and healing as you read them during an illness. God wants us to know this, Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." and the Elders what you to know we pray for you so it is like this, from God and Heaven and from the Elders, Read this ***3 John 1:2 "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." God will take all of this away, Revelation 21:4 "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." but remember to pray for yourselves, Jeremiah 17:14 "Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise." The elders do anoint with oil, but it is God to takes it from there, Jeremiah 30:17 "'But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, ' declares the Lord." Until next time The Elder, REV. Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 1-859-274-2617 When the storms of life roll in we need to remember When a loved one dies, it can feel as if the stable earth beneath your feet has crumbled away forever. Facing loss and death can lead us to question everything. Life feels unfair and broken. We wonder why pain exists at all and where God fits in. We may begin to wonder if He’s good, or present, or cares, or even exists at all. It’s hard to understand why God might allow a seemingly good person to get sick or die while others are allowed to continue their dark path untouched. We need to look at this Timothy Paul’s inability to use his healing gifts whenever he chose is also made clear in his recommendation that Timothy take a little wine for the sake of his stomach and his frequent illnesses (1 Timothy 5:23). As with Trophimus, if the illness were Timothy’s fault we might have expected Paul to say so and to encourage him to rectify the matter accordingly. Instead he offers a medicinal solution. If Paul had believed that healing could always be claimed by faith, why did he not encourage Timothy to do so? But it is perfectly clear that Paul neither believed nor taught any such doctrine! In considering the cases of Paul, Trophimus, Epaphroditus, and Timothy, therefore, we have shown that: Highly respected servants of God may become sick – sometimes seriously Sickness is not always caused by lack of faith or sin Healing is not always immediate Although we firmly believe in God’s power and willingness to heal, it is not always possible to claim healing No one can take this away from the bible, it says in the scriptures this, Exodus 15:26 He said, “If you listen carefully to the voice of the LORD your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the LORD, who heals you.” And so we ask: “If God put the disease on me, then why should I ask Him to take it away? If God gave it to me, it must be good.” This confusion regarding the origin of disease is one reason why there are so little results when believers pray for the sick. We know that God is sovereign. Should He desire to do so, He can directly put disease on someone. However, let us understand the origin of disease, which is ultimately sin, whether personal sin or original sin. Satan’s work is to sin and cause us to sin, and through sin, we are subject to disease and death. Sin, disease, and death are the work of Satan. Can God allow Satan to torment us in order to produce a greater ultimate good for us? Absolutely. God allowed a messenger of Satan to buffet Paul to keep him from becoming conceited. 2 Corinthians 12:7 To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassingly great revelations, there was given me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. Whether or not this was a physical infirmity is not clear. God also allowed Satan to attack righteous Job. Job 1:11 But stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face.” 12 The LORD said to Satan, “Very well, then, everything he has is in your hands, but on the man himself do not lay a finger.” Then Satan went out from the presence of the LORD. 13 One day when Job’s sons and daughters were feasting and drinking wine at the oldest brother’s house, 14 a messenger came to Job and said, “The oxen were plowing and the donkeys were grazing nearby, 15 and the Sabeans attacked and carried them off. They put the servants to the sword, and I am the only one who has escaped to tell you! ” Job 2:7 So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and afflicted Job with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head. But in the end, after Job persevered, he was blessed twice as much by the Lord. And God also allows Satan to attack unbelievers, for they have chosen to follow Satan and to sin. As we see in the Gospels and Acts, many of those who came to Jesus had disease and demons, in addition to sin. We can say that in all of these instances, by allowing Satan to torment, God “put disease” on Job, perhaps Paul, unbelievers, and yes, the Egyptians. God allowed this for a purpose: to teach Paul and Job. For unbelievers? They are suffering the earthly consequences of their sin. AND, if they repent and turn to Christ, the work of Satan in their lives can be destroyed—their sin is forgiven and their disease can be healed. One might say that the Almighty Sovereign God actually uses Satan to accomplish His purposes, or that God allows Satan to do certain things in conformity with the purpose of His will. When the purpose is accomplished, God then does away with Satan or his work. 2 Samuel 24:1 Again the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and he incited David against them, saying, “Go and take a census of Israel and Judah.” 2 So the king said to Joab and the army commanders with him, “Go throughout the tribes of Israel from Dan to Beersheba and enroll the fighting men, so that I may know how many there are.” 1 Chronicles 21:1 Satan rose up against Israel and incited David to take a census of Israel. 2 So David said to Joab and the commanders of the troops, “Go and count the Israelites from Beersheba to Dan. Then report back to me so that I may know how many there are.” 2 Samuel clearly says it was the Lord who incited David to take the census, yet 1 Chronicles in describing the same event designates Satan as the inciter. Is the Bible contradicting itself? Or is this simply another example of the Almighty God who uses his inferior enemy Satan to accomplish His purposes unwittingly? Another example of God using the unrighteous to accomplish His purposes is seen in how the Lord used Nebuchadnezzar (“my servant”) to discipline Israel. Jeremiah 25:8 Therefore the Lord Almighty says this: “Because you have not listened to my words, 9 I will summon all the peoples of the north and MY SERVANT Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, ” declares the Lord, “and I will bring them against this land and its inhabitants and against all the surrounding nations. I will completely destroy them and make them an object of horror and scorn, and an everlasting ruin. 10 I will banish from them the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of bride and bridegroom, the sound of millstones and the light of the lamp. 11 This whole country will become a desolate wasteland, and these nations will serve the king of Babylon seventy years. 12 “But when the seventy years are fulfilled, I WILL PUNISH THE KING OF BABYLON and his nation, the land of the Babylonians, for their guilt, ” declares the Lord, “and will make it desolate forever. God used the unrighteous Nebuchadnezzar to discipline His people, after which He destroyed him. This is how God uses Satan. Interestingly enough, Isaiah uses Nebuchadnezzar to symbolize Satan! Isaiah 14:3 On the day the LORD gives you relief from suffering and turmoil and cruel bondage, 4 you will take up this taunt against the king of Babylon: How the oppressor has come to an end! How his fury has ended! …12 How you have fallen from heaven, O morning star, son of the dawn! You have been cast down to the earth, you who once laid low the nations! 13 You said in your heart, “I will ascend to heaven; I will raise my throne above the stars of God; I will sit enthroned on the mount of assembly, on the utmost heights of the sacred mountain. 14 I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” 15 But you are brought down to the grave, to the depths of the pit. Perhaps the most profound example of this is found very early in Genesis. God allowed the serpent to tempt Adam and Eve from the tree. For what purpose? So that they (and we) would fall into sin, and ultimately have to trust His Son Jesus Christ for deliverance and willingly worship Him! What is our perspective on all of this? We take the perspective of Jesus, which is a “ground-level” New Testament approach. Although God the Father has definitely allowed sin, disease, and suffering, we see it as the work of Satan to be destroyed in the name of Jesus. Jesus came to destroy the works of Satan. 1 John 3:8 He who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work. Yes, we understand that for those who will be saved God the Father allows the suffering and disease so that through their healing and deliverance, they may turn to Christ. But to be effective in dealing with the disease at ground-level so that souls will turn to Christ, we must see it as Christ saw it, and treat it ruthlessly as the work of Satan. That is how the miracles occur—we destroy it through the authority Christ has given us. Luke 9:1 When Jesus had called the Twelve together, he gave them power and authority to drive out all demons and to cure diseases, 2 and he sent them out to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. To deal with sin and disease effectively, we must see it as the work of Satan, and deal with it as such. Finally, Jesus and the early church healed the sick in the context of winning unbelievers for the gospel. By contrast, Exodus 15:26 was directed to the Hebrews, and these represent believers. For ministering to sick believers, James 5:14-16 teaches that “the prayer of faith will raise them up.” God generally wills to heal them. In line with Exodus 15:26, obedience to the Lord’s commands and confession of any sin is a requirement for their healing. Whether we like it or not, sickness and death are a part of life. Every human being alive will experience loss and the death of a loved one. Struggling through tough questions about death with no simple answers is natural and normal. It’s ok to be confused and angry and sad. These are all a part of a normal grieving process. It’s also normal to wonder how God fits into your loss. Atheists, skeptics, and believers will respond to these challenging questions differently. Each of us will go through trials in our life. There’s no hiding from it and there’s no getting around it. I’ve heard the saying many times that ‘either you are in a trial now, you’ve just come out of a trial, or you’re getting ready to go into a trial.’ Sickness is a common trial many people face in their lives. Either you or someone you care about will be seriously ill during this life. Maybe the suffering from this disease has already started. Trusting God when you are sick can be EXTREMELY hard to do! There are a lot of questions going through your mind. You’re probably doubting His faithfulness and love. Like Job, you might even think God is against you. When I was diagnosed with cancer, my faith was challenged in ways I never thought possible. I questioned God and blamed Him for my suffering. But, God walked me through that fire, and I came out on the other side with renewed faith and hope. As the years have gone by, along with other trials, I’ve faced an ever-growing mound of health issues. Sometimes it seems like I can’t catch a break! I’ve cried out to God that it isn’t fair. Why me? I don’t know why my health isn’t what it used to be. I may never have answers in this life. And I don’t understand why so many others have worse sufferings than I do. But I do know God is faithful. He taught me to trust Him with my sickness. In this post, I’ll share with you 5 ways I learned to trust God when I was sick. What the Bible Says About Sickness Before we get into what helped me trust God during sickness, I want to take a look at the Bible. Let’s look at what it says about sickness. Some of my favorite scriptures promise comfort from God for those who are sick or suffering. Matthew 5 is a popular passage known as the beatitudes. In verses 1-12, Jesus tells a characteristic of someone, and then gives a blessing to that person. Verse 3 is the first blessing, which reads, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (NIV) I feel poor in spirit each time I face a new sickness, so this blessing is very comforting to me. Another one of my favorite scriptures about sickness is Psalm 30:2. “O LORD my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me.” This is a great verse to meditate on and to pray aloud when you’re sick. There are so many Psalms about sickness and suffering. Another one of my favorites is Psalm 41:3. It reads, “The LORD sustains him on his sickbed; in his illness, you restore him to full health.” Even if our healing isn’t found here on this earth, I’m comforted knowing that God WILL one day restore me to full health. Some passages give specific instructions to follow when you’re sick. James 5:14-16 says, “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.” THE FALLEN WORLD Is where we sill live. The elders of the Church of God all stand together in saying this, Although there is a close connection between faith and healing in the New Testament, we cannot automatically conclude that if a Christian is not healed it is because there is sin in their life or because they do not have enough faith. It is by no means as simple as that. Furthermore, that kind of teaching can lead to dangerous extremes like refusal to see a doctor when we are seriously ill. For example, any doctrine that teaches that God has guaranteed healing to us as Christians if only we will claim it by faith implies that it is unnecessary (and perhaps wrong) for Christians to resort to medical assistance when sick so we do not say someone cannot seek help. God did not do this, so we did, as humans, so we have to face the fact that there was people in the Bible who were not made well. In Galatians 4:13 Paul says, As you know, it was because of an illness that I first preached the gospel to you. The Greek words translated as illness here literally mean a weakness in the flesh. This is similar to, though not the same as, the phrase a thorn in my flesh which he uses in 2 Corinthians 12:7. Although at first sight it is tempting to assume that these two expressions refer to the same thing, we certainly can not be sure, so we will deal with each separately. Trophimus, Epaphroditus, and Timothy The evidence for the sickness of Trophimus, Epaphroditus and Timothy is very easily provided. 2 Timothy 4:20 tells us that Paul left Trophimus ill at Miletus. Philippians 2:27 reveals that Epaphroditus had been extremely ill, indeed he had nearly died, but the Lord had mercy on him. 1 Timothy 5:23 refers to Timothy’s frequent illnesses and recommends the taking of a little wine as a remedy. We don’t live in heaven yet. This is a fallen earth where bad things happen and sometimes we don't have anything to do with it coming into this world. At the beginning of Creation, God had complete authority over the earth. But then Adam and Eve ate from the forbidden tree and ever since then, life is no longer perfect. Sin, sickness, suffering and death entered the earth. But we need to remember what Jesus said that day—***One of my favorite passages which addresses the issue of sickness or infirmity and God’s control is John 9. As Jesus and His disciples traveled in Jerusalem, they pass by a man who was blind from birth. The disciples ask Jesus, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind? ” (John 9:2). The assumption behind the disciples’ question is that sin and sickness are connected. The disciples supposed that it was either the blind man’s sin, or his parents’ sin that brought about the blindness now endured by this man. In other words, the disciples saw a theological connection between sickness and sin. Jesus responded to the disciples by correcting their thinking. Jesus noted that it was not sin at all which caused this blindness, but rather, “that the works of God might be displayed in him” (John 9:3). This remarkable statement is headed by what is known as a purpose clause in Greek (ἵνα). In other words, Jesus is specifically stating that the purpose of this sickness or infirmity (i.e., the lifelong blindness) was so that God’s glory might be put on display in him. God was the one who had designed this situation from the start. It was not a specific sin by this man or his parents that caused this sickness or suffering, God was in control of this sickness. This is a similar reminder to what we read in Exodus 4 where God tells Moses, “Who has made man’s mouth? Or who makes him mute or deaf, or seeing or blind? Is it not I, the Lord? ” (Exod 4:11). Nowhere does Scripture paint the picture that God is frantically trying to respond to situations that are outside of His control. Rather, He is in complete control, even over our sicknesses and sufferings. Whether it is a chronic infirmity, such as blindness, deafness, muscular atrophy; or something more temporary, like the cold, flu, or COVID-19—all sicknesses are under God’s sovereign control. There are viruses and bacterias, faulty genes or hereditary conditions. Our bodies degenerate as we age, or we are subject to harmful chemicals, the rays of the sun or we may eat food that is not good for us. We are in a fallen world and whilst we can take precautions to prevent some bad things, we’re not going to avoid them all. Accidents happen every day causing all sorts of health consequences. Sometimes we may be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Whilst we’re living in this fallen world, we’re susceptible. It’s important to understand that God does not cause you to suffer. He is a good God. As saved people we do have what God has said in James 5:13-20, as a starting place for our new Beginning, There is a spiritual realm. We can have faith and pray, but oftentimes, there are unseen forces at work which we’re unaware of. There is a devil and his cohort who has a destructive plan for your life. He is just as real and active as God. He causes pain, misery and suffering. In John 10:10 it says that he ‘kills, steals and destroys’. See THE ENEMY COMES TO KILL, STEAL AND DESTROY…” In fact, he will do whatever it takes to destroy God’s plan for you. Sickness is a part of his plan. We’re susceptible to oppression. And Going through trials and difficulties is a sure thing for everyone. It is not a matter of if you are going to experience trials, but rather when you experience them. Coming to Jesus initially requires acknowledging the high cost of following Him, but even a Christian’s daily life requires us to recognize trials and difficulties will be a part of our earthly existence. Knowing this, it is of the utmost importance to think about a theology of trials ahead of time. Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its perfect result, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. (James 1:2-4) It is difficult to think properly in the heat of the moment, but it is easier if we have established a foundation for how to think ahead of time. In other words, when the fire of trial comes, we need to be forearmed with the knowledge that our trials are refining our character and deepening our dependence on God. It is with this goal, that I want to list some practical benefits as to how trials benefit us as Christians. You did all these things just as the scriptures tell us, and that is not the cause of bad health, You know that you have done such things as. 1) Hear the good news! We’ve all sinned and deserve to be lost eternally (Romans 3:23; 6:23), but the good news is Jesus died on a cross in our place, taking our punishment on Himself so we could be rescued from the wrath to come (1 Thessalonians 1:10). You've been out there and Strive For the thing that understands is what God wants, from you. Such as you have done everything you can to 1) To please God in worship. Jesus said, “True worshippers will worship the Father in spirit and truth.” (John 4:23). To do that, we need the right heart: humble, grateful, loving, repentant, obedient, and committed to trust in Him. We also need the right mind and actions, guided by the writings of the Holy Spirit in the Bible (2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 3:16-17). “Let us show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe; for our God is a consuming fire." (Hebrews 12:28-29) 2) To help each other get to Heaven. Paul wrote, “Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2). In addition to praising God, we’re here to build each other up, to support each other, to challenge and encourage each other to make God our first priority, to press on through trials, and to stay strong in temptation. “Let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and do good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another all the more as you see the day drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) 3) To reach the lost. Sadly, so many today don’t know Jesus died to save them, and if they’ve heard, they don’t know why. We want to share that good news with as many people as possible. Jesus said, “I am the Way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.” (John 14:6). It’s our sincere desire to help people find Jesus, the Way. We need to remember what He has said. This is why we put on the armor of God, use our authority and fight the good fight of faith. Oftentimes I don’t know if something is the enemy or just the world in which we live. Either way, we stick close to the vine because everything in this world will convince you to give up. What we will never know of course, is why some receive a supernatural healing, and others do not. 1 When Jesus had called the Twelve together, he gave them power and authority to drive out all demons and to cure diseases, 2 and he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. (Luke 9:1-2) 1 Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness. (Matthew 10:1) 7 As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ 8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. (Matthew 10:7-8) 1 After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place where he was about to go... 9 Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near to you.’ (Luke 10:1, 9) 15 He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. 16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. 17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18 they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.” (Mark 16:15-18) Every one of the verses listed above, and there are many more, specifically give believers the right to pray for the sick and see them healed. This is important to understand. Never once do I see in Scripture or the life of Jesus where sickness is used to glorify God. God does not receive glory from sickness. He receives glory when people are healed from sickness. But we still stand and say, “For I am not ashamed of the good news about Jesus, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” (Romans 1:16a). “So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17). 2) Believe in Jesus Many people hear the good news, but they don’t believe it. In order to be saved, we must believe Jesus’ message. He is the Son of God, He died to set us free from sin and save us from eternity in Hell. Do you believe it? “Unless you believe that I am He, you will die in your sins.” (John 8:24) 3) Repent To repent means to change our mind about how we live. The change of mind leads to a change of action. I’m not living for myself anymore; I’m living for Jesus because He gave His life for me. Have you repented? “I tell you, no, but unless you repent, you will all likewise perish.” (Luke 13:3) 4) Confess Jesus as Lord We must confess our belief that Jesus is the Savior and Son of God with our mouths to be saved. Have you made a good confession? “For with the heart a person believes, resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth he confesses, resulting in salvation.” (Romans 10:10). 5) Be Baptized in Water We must be baptized in water to be saved. Have you been baptized? “Peter said to them, ‘Repent, and each of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 2:38) “Now why do you delay? Get up and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on His name.” (Acts 22:16) 6) Stay Faithful for Life Once you’re baptized, you’re saved! However, baptism is also a commitment to serve the Lord for life. Some get baptized, then years later they leave the Lord and go back to the world. It’s only those who stay loyal and faithful to God who’ll be saved in the end. “You will be hated by all because of My name, but it is the one who has endured to the end who will be saved.” (Matthew 10:22) We are no different than David. Because we too do get into trouble. David Prayed, “Make haste to help me, O Lord, my salvation! ” (Psa. 38:22). “How long, O Lord? Will You Forget Me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? ” (Psa. 13:1). “Be not far from me, for trouble is near; for there is none to help” (Psa. 22:11). “To You, O Lord, I call; my rock, do not be deaf to me, for if You are silent to me, I will become like those who go down to the pit” (Psa. 28:1). Where was God? Why did He let David suffer repeatedly? Why does He let us? The answer is simple. The following four truths about prayer and suffering will help us to trust in God when He is silent. 1) God answers in His time. He experiences time differently than we do (2 Pet. 3:8). Be patient and wait for His timing. Maybe God’s answer to your prayer is simply, “Not yet.” 2) God answers in His way. His thoughts and His ways are infinitely higher than ours (Isa. 55:8-9). Therefore, His solutions to our problems may not even enter our minds. Trust in His solutions, not your own. 3) God answers according to His will. Sometimes our will is diametrically opposed to His. Suffering has a purpose in God’s plan (Jas. 1:2-4; 2 Cor. 12:7-10). His desire isn’t to eliminate all pain on earth. Ask for deliverance, but pray His will be done, and submit to it. 4) God answers His faithful children. Though David felt abandoned by God on many occasions, in reality, he never was. God always came to his rescue because he lived righteously (Psalm. 34:15-22). This holds true for us as well. Next time you make spiritual 911 calls that God seems to ignore, trust that He knows right where you are and, if you are His faithful child, He will eventually deliver you in one way or another, as He has promised, “I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Heb. 13:5). Do you ever feel like God is ignoring your prayers? Do the points above help you to make sense of God’s silence? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

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The Elder Simon Kidd opens prayer, and speaks first at the Revival. His open Prayer! (YOUR WILL LORD < NOT MINE be done in this place, send Him the Holy Spirit here to have His way with us all.. Open our Hearts Here tonight we come here to hear from You and none other. ) To all that is here Lord I want them to Know this, that I am, Church of God In all Preaching and all teachings. Lord may we always preach You and not ourselves. “( Statement from the reporter, I am not much for Religious terms and do not believe in church or a power greater than what we can see. I am a shorthand reporter. I am just here for the money. A paid person whose occupation is to capture the live testimony in this Revival proceedings. As a N C R A I am working as a Freelance reporter as hired by this revival association, and other individuals and groups who need accurate, complete, and secure records. I will also be the Scopist for this report.)” There were 27 Questions? The Dr, s and pastors seeking to Have Revival, wanted to ask the Elder Simon Kidd, Of the Kidd Family Ministry of Owingsville Ky All questions were, Why and How Questions? A hand out was given to all in the room. He said I pray you can understand what I will tell you tonight. 1- Question was from Dr. James Harold: Dr. John w Gorden, Dr David L Wilson, Dr Henry p Johson. All Question were Impromptu Why do you stand behind, and for, that name, The name Church of God? 2. Why, BELIEF & AFFIRMATION as a New Covenant teaching 3. Why, REPENTANCE are for a New Covenant Teaching, with a purpose. 4.Why, and How JUSTIFICATION is needed for Mankind? . 5. Why REGENERATION/ and BORN AGAIN Make the person, or as You preach Makes the person ready? 6. What is SANCTIFICATION For and is it needed? 7. Why Do You Teach HOLINESS As a Way of life. 8. Why Is BAPTISM WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT So Important As You teach it? 9.Why and How SPEAKING IN OTHER TONGUES is in the Scripture And what is it saying to us? 10. Why and How, FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT makes a difference? 11. Why and How FULL RESTORATION OF THE GIFTS TO THE CHURCH is possible? 12. Why SIGNS FOLLOWING BELIEVERS and what are they? 13. Why DIVINE HEALING and How is it done in the New Covenant? 14. Why WATER BAPTISM 15. Why THE LORD’S SUPPER but not the Passover? 16. Why WASHING THE SAINTS’ FEET 17. Why and How to answer a person, one who seeks RESTITUTION and WHERE it is POSSIBLE, What is this saying to us as believers today? 18. Why and will there be a SECOND COMING OF JESUS 19. Why the RESURRECTION and who will be in it? 20. Why and is it Possible for all people to make the choice and seek ETERNAL LIFE and is it FOR THE RIGHTEOUS only? 21. Why ETERNAL PUNISHMENT FOR THE WICKED? 22. Why and where does the Bible speak of ABSTINENCE FROM ALL LIQUOR OR STRONG DRINKS 23. Why is God against and has CONCERNING TEACHING AGAINST TOBACCO, OPIUM, MORPHINE, 24. WHY GOD IS CONCERNING FOOD AND DRINK IN THE SCRIPTURE? 25. WHY GOD IS AGAINST ADORNMENT OF HIS PEOPLE? 26. WHY DOES GOD CALL FOR WHOLESOME SPEECH OF THE BELIEVER 27. WHY MARRIAGE, HOW CAN THERE BE DIVORCE, AND REMARRIAGE IN GOD’S Church? He began to Answer and the first answer to why He favored The Name, Church of God. The Elder's answers were, as follows, and as He spoke these things and gave where any one could read about it in the Bible, He did not take that Bible out from under His arm. I hear people praying, turn to read what He was saying as some who were full of Praise, some were crying. The Elder said, I am honored to be a servant to, and a Brother to, the Church of God people. Yes I Stand with them, you can say I am them and they are Me. everywhere I go in Bath county Ky I see a church called Church of God. They Do, as I do, dream of a day when the Church is a leading force in the world? That is our Goal as saved people, to help all humans understand that anyone can and should run into the Arms of Jesus Christ. Teaching and Preaching always, That John 3:16 is to anyone, as long as they are in the flesh as a human. Our Goal is that we could be there or be in some way a help for someone who will seek to let the hope of God become a safe harbor for the lost and hurting, and a place of healing and redemption for everyone to come—just as they are? We do and will point to where anyone can read where Jesus tells us in John 14 that it can and will be done, and that the Church will do even greater things than He because of the Holy Spirit. They do look-forward to as it says in the book of Acts, and see the amazing things God accomplished in the early Church through the apostles once the Spirit came upon them. Not only were many people saved—they were accepted, so we still say come as you are, they were healed, they experienced love, and they found their identity and purpose in the Church life now. To say it again, As you travel around Bath county Ky, and the nation You will see this church of God may have placed the name Church of God on the signs outside or on the church building around the nation, and around Bath county ky you will see many, . Now imagine that kind of passion multiplied by hundreds of millions of Spirit-filled believers worldwide, and the only question left to ask is—why are we always so Ready for revival? These people, as I do, BELIEVE in the Holy Trinity—one God, eternally existing in Three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All of us believe in one God, the Father, creator of heaven and earth, of all things seen and unseen. And I say as I do also, They believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father. All things were made through Him and for Him. He is The only true God and a true man, that is He Jeus can in the flesh. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and was born of the virgin, Mary. He suffered, died, was buried, and on the third day He rose from the dead. He ascended to the right hand of the Father, and He will return to judge the living and the dead. His kingdom will have no end. They believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and giver of life, who eternally proceeds from the Father. He is Teacher, Comforter, Helper, and Giver of spiritual gifts. Through Him the saving and sanctifying works of Jesus Christ are applied to the life of believers. He is the empowering presence of God in the life of the Christian and the church. The Father has sent His Son to baptize with the Holy Spirit. Speaking in tongues, if needed, But we do understand that bearing the fruit of the Spirit are New Testament signs of being filled with the Holy Spirit. That is when this becomes a part of a person's living they want have, to stand in sin any more. They believe that salvation is by grace through faith in the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the cross and that He died in our place. The believer’s sins are forgiven by the shedding of His blood. They believe that healing of mind, body, soul, and spirit is available to the believer through the blood of Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit. They believe in one baptism in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. They believe that the grace of God brings forgiveness and reconciliation to those who repent, as well as transformation in holiness, enabling them to live a Christ-like life. Sanctification is both a definite work of grace and a lifelong process of change in the believer brought by the blood of Jesus, the Word of God, and the enabling power of the Holy Spirit. They believe in one holy, universal church, composed of all true believers in Jesus Christ, offering fellowship and calling for service to men and women of all peoples, nations, cultures, and languages. They will reach a hand of Fellowship to all blood washed people anywhere. This is why I am Here before you tonight They believe in the spiritual and ultimate visible unity of the church. They believe that the Bible—both Old and New Testaments—is the inspired Word of God. The Bible is God’s revelation of Himself and His will to humankind, sufficient for instruction in salvation and daily Christian living. The Bible is the Christian’s rule of faith and practice. They believe that God will ultimately reconcile all things in heaven and earth in Christ. Therefore, we look forward to new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. They see that name in the Bible and as the scripture says so do they place that name of the church. Openly anyone can see that Name, Church of God They see that name Here, in the Bible! to explain to you about the name “Church of God.” these people are not ashamed of that name, They are there and have an open hand of fellowship to all Denominations such as the Catholic church, the Presbyterian, the Methodist and the Baptist, and any other, known that they use a different name to gather under, use a variety of names: “Church of Lord’s love”, “Church of great light”, “Church of Christ”, and so on, to advertise themselves. But if the person is saved it was through this Christmas Jesus as we can read about in Luke 2:1-22, so all saved people are our brothers, and sisters. However, “Church of God” was only the name they will use, and so will I. this is a part of what they are, they read about that place which talks about the Church which Jesus had established 2, 000 years ago. So to understand why we are, Church of God, as they are. I ask you to read about how many times the name “Church of God '' would appear in the Bible and see why all of us stand under that Name.. Such as read -1 Corinthians 1:2 To the in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ- their Lord and ours: 1 Corinthians 10:32 Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the So let me say this is why and where these people As to why, that Name: The Church of God. There are twelve New Testament scriptures indicating the name by which These people stand on that Name for Church and Holy living, it is known. Five of these scriptures refer, they read is to the Church as a whole: So you can see that name everywhere, and I am honored to be Brother to them all. Paul, speaking to elders in the Church, stated, “Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to feed the CHURCH OF GOD, which He has purchased with His own blood” (Acts 20:28). “Give none offense, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the CHURCH OF GOD” (I Cor. 10:32). “What? Do you not have houses to eat and to drink in? Or despise you the CHURCH OF GOD, and shame them that have not? …” (I Cor. 11:22). “For I am the least of the apostles, that am not meet to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the CHURCH OF GOD” (I Cor. 15:9). “For you have heard of my in times past in the Jews’ religion, how beyond measure I persecuted the CHURCH of God, and wasted it” (Gal. 1:12). In none of these scriptures did Paul refer to the Church of God in terms of a denominational category. Neither is the Church identified by the name of a man or by a teaching. When a reference is made to a particular congregation in a given area, it is identified as “the Church of God, ” followed by the location. This is found in four scriptures: 1 Corinthians 11:22 Don’t you have homes to eat and drink in? Or do you despise the and humiliate those who have nothing? What shall I say to you? Shall I praise you for this? Certainly not! 1 Corinthians 15:9 For I am the least of the apostles and do not even deserve to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the. 2 Corinthians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the in Corinth, together with all the saints throughout Achaia. Galatians 1:13 For you have heard of my previous way of life in Judaism, how intensely I persecuted the and tried to destroy it. 1 Thessalonians 2:14 For you, brothers, became imitators of God’s churches in Judea, which are in Christ Jesus: You suffered from your own countrymen the same things those churches suffered from the Jews 1 Timothy 3:5 (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church? ) 1 Timothy 3:15 If I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and the foundation of the truth. Some say that the Church was called “Church of God”, because God established it. However, it is undeniable that the church that Jesus established was called “Church of God.” It is confessed by Paul in Galatians 1:13 that he had intensely persecuted the Church of God when he was in Judaism. It means that Christian who believed in Jesus were members of the Church of God. Apostle Paul wrote as follows in Corinthians “To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ-their Lord and ours:” One interesting point here is that Apostle Paul referred to the church in Corinth as “Church of God” in Corinth. It is because depending on where the church of God was, it was called “Church of God” in Corinth or in Galatia and so on. But can any church called “Church of God” become the church that Jesus had established? No! Some churches also use the name “Church of God” but they have different teachings from God’s one. Then, what were the teachings in the Church of God? In 1 Corinthians 11, we can see what ceremony is held within the Church of God. 1 Corinthians 11:22-24 Don’t you have homes to eat and drink in? Or do you despise the church of God and humiliate those who have nothing? What shall I say to you? Shall I praise you for this? Certainly not! For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” this is why they keep the Communion, But read this and you will understand why the Name Church of God, but why we all see that Christ Jesus is at work in a Church under His name and the Cross. Read it again! “Unto the CHURCH OF GOD which is at Corinth…” (I Cor. 1:2). “Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ…unto the CHURCH OF GOD which is at Corinth…” (II Cor. 1:1). “…how shall he take care of the CHURCH of God? ” (I Tim. 3:5). “…the house of God, which is the CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD, the pillar and ground of the truth” (I Tim. 3:15). When referring to local congregations in a collective sense, but not in general, Scripture uses the term “the Churches of God, ” as in the following three verses: “…we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God” (I Cor. 11:16). “For you, brethren, became followers of the Churches of God…” (I Thes. 2:14). “So that we ourselves glory in you in the Churches of God…” (II Thes. 1:4). They see Jesus as the Christ, and that He is the Head of the Church (Eph. 1:22; 4:15; 5:23; Col. 1:18). This is why Paul, in Romans 16:16, also referred to various congregations as “the Churches of Christ.” But the Church is kept in the name of the Father: “…keep through Your own name those whom you have given Me, that they may be one, as we are” (John 17:11). What an honor it is to be living as a church of God, and to know that God would use ordinary, broken human beings as vessels of his grace, and delight in it, is awe-inspiring. He’s proud of how his grace is beating through our imperfect-but-redeemed life and through the church (have you ever read Ephesians 3: 10-11? ). The idea that God would use you and me is pretty amazing. He had other options. He could have spoken to the world directly, but instead, chose to use broken people to showcase his grace to a world in need of redemption. The church of God people live for that opportunity For sure, to serve the community they live in even when it is messy and in great trouble. They live looking up to God, but not looking at the People who have sin only pointing to the Lord for an answer to replace sin.. They are aware that Leaders are sinful just like all other humans. They live with a real open mind. Most of the New Testament is not a story of an idealized church where everything worked perfectly all the time. The church of God clergy are always pointing back to this, (just read 1 Corinthians any time you’re frustrated with your church). Most of the New Testament is a story of Jesus using his followers to spread his love in spite of themselves and as they overcome obstacle after obstacle. The fact that Christ uses flawed people to accomplish his work on earth is actually a sign of his grace, not a sign of his absence. The church’s story, as twisted as it gets at times, is a beautiful story of God’s grace, God’s power, and God’s redemption. So, by the way, is your life, which reflects the story of the church more than you would want to admit. Remember what a church of God people understand, and live in Holiness about. These people who are the Church of God and live as that church gives the world a front-row seat to the grace of God. The church Of GOD, gives the world a front-row seat to the grace of God. As saved people we should always be reaching to Heaven, and saying more of You Lord and less of Us. As Church of God as our choice we are about doing just what we see in God’s word. The Church of God believes the whole Bible to be completely and rightly divided and that it is the written Word of God. The Church of God has adopted the following Declaration of Faith as its standard and official expression of its doctrine. We Believe: In the verbal inspiration of the Bible. In one God eternally exists in three persons; namely, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. That Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of the Father, conceived of the Holy Ghost, and born of the Virgin Mary. That Jesus was crucified, buried, and raised from the dead. That He ascended to heaven and is today at the right hand of the Father as the Intercessor. That all have sinned and come short of the glory of God and that repentance is commanded of God for all and necessary for forgiveness of sins. That justification, regeneration, and the new birth are wrought by faith in the blood of Jesus Christ. In sanctification subsequent to the new birth, through faith in the blood of Christ; through the Word, and by the Holy Ghost. Holiness to be God's standard of living for His people. In the baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to a clean heart. In speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance and that it is the initial evidence of the baptism of the Holy Ghost. In water baptism by immersion, and all who repent should be baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Divine healing is provided for all in the atonement. In the Lord's Supper and washing of the saints' feet. In the premillennial second coming of Jesus. First, to resurrect the righteous dead and to catch away the living saints to Him in the air. Second, to reign on the earth for a thousand years. In the bodily resurrection; eternal life for the righteous, and eternal punishment for the wicked. Not necessary as a Declaration of Faith but of Living Holy. We should be Preaching Him and not ourselves and we will do that.. It is God, who has a work on the earth, not men, the church of God people will not follow after men or some who teaches that a man is in some way greater than or, over what God says is the truth in His word, we do place value but He is working through His people. who was, Not given the job of policing human salvation in the other person.. To get closer to God we only have to do what He says for us to do. What we mean when we talk about growing in your relationship with God, is enlarging your understanding of who Jesus Christ is, your love for Him, and obedience to His Word. “Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.” – John 17:3 Here we see the truth going out to all people. When a People of God opens their church and their hands to be a servant to the choice given to all humankind, as John 3:15-17 says, The Holy Spirit steps in, and brings What it would take to make that next step in following Jesus, Church people have a great responsibility, to bring an open heart to all mankind. When we get excited about our personal walk with Christ, we desire to know Jesus better. The more we know Christ, the more we want to be like Him. And through that we don’t have to anymore, we are given the Power to overcome. The more we’re like Christ, the deeper the roots of our faith grow, as we hear the word of God preached, Rom. 10:17 Choice given to all people, gives us that open door to the understanding of What are the next steps in your faith journey with Jesus and that is to completely surrender and do all things His way. The Bible tells us to be on guard for false hood, the devil is very real. False teachers have to get into your mind before you Surrender Your Life, to Jesus as John 3:16 tells us all to do.. As you walk through life, the devil will still come at you, our prayer as the clergy, is that you will feel God pulling on your heart to come to him, and always back to Him. It looks different for each person, and God will use various people and circumstances to draw people to himself. But one thing is for sure: “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” – 2 Peter 3:9. We should always take what we are to Him in Prayer, seeking daily Forgiveness for the things we do wrong. The Church of God people have a saying that stands true, and it is like this, (“ Sin will take anyone from God)” Whether you feel a vague emptiness in your life, or you feel like you’re drowning in a deep pit, God’s desire is that you come to Him and ask Him to save you, forgive you and return you to Him.. He’s waiting right now! The question is always this, So how do you do it? Surrender your life to Christ – Jesus loves you and wants a close relationship with you! The Church of God people, along with the Church clergy are always pointing back to, The Bible says that you can know for sure that you are God’s child and headed towards heaven (John 1:12 and 1 John 5:11-13). An important next step in your walk with God, after you have given your life to the Lord and received his gift of salvation, is to be baptized. Baptism is an outward expression of what God has personally done in your heart (putting your trust in Jesus to get it started, ). The Bible clearly teaches that baptism is the first proof of obedience after surrendering to Christ: “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins” – Acts 2:38. It’s the way we publicly declare our allegiance to Jesus Christ. Jesus declares in Matthew 10:32 “Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will also acknowledge him before my Father in heaven.” Lastly, communication is important in any relationship. These several aspects of communication will aid your growth with God… God speaks to us through the Bible any time you find a false teacher, you will find a person who will tell you that God is talking through them.. That only Through and by only Him He reveals Himself, They will have you thinking that His will for our lives, is under what they are doing, and how He has dealt with people in the past for our day is through Him. But the truth is Once you surrender your life to Christ, it is so important to grow in your relationship with Him by regularly reading the Bible to check what men are saying. In the Bible, God tells us that we’ve been given “everything we need for a godly life through our Forgiveness From him…” – 2 Peter 1:3 and “If you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will bring you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Chris, to a pure truth, . But whoever does not have them is nearsighted and blind, the best thing that the church of God point to is that we not be forgetting that saved people have been cleansed from their past sins.” -2 Peter 1:8-9. They say, Ask God to show you who He is and what you need to adjust in your life in order to follow His lead. God’s Word brings needed hope, encouragement and correction to our lives… We as the church of God people say very clearly that “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” – 2 Timothy 3:16-17. Meditating on God’s word brings His blessing (Joshua 1:8). Do you want to know? Look Hear, For a list of all the benefits of God’s word see Psalm 19 and 119. God also communicates with us through the Holy Spirit, who comes into your heart the moment you believe (or put your trust) in Christ. He will give you power to understand God’s Word, to live the Christian life, and to be everything that God calls you to be. We communicate with God through prayer, by sharing our praise of Him, along with our thoughts, concerns and needs. “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. if we know that he hears us–whatever we ask–we know that we have what we asked of him.” – 1 John 5:14-15 Note: underline added. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7 It’s a great idea to set aside a daily time to study God’s word and talk to Him in prayer. D) We communicate and fellowship with other believers, as our best growth typically occurs in community with other believers. We gain insights into God’s word through preaching, small group Bible studies and supporting one another while living life together. We encourage you to regularly attend a Bible teaching church that accurately proclaims God’s word. “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another–and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 We also communicate with non-Christians by sharing the hope that we have in Christ, and the wonders of being in relationship with Him. “Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” – John 1:12 “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” – Acts 4:12 Lastly, we also grow by using our giftedness to serve others. The community of believers, and the world in general, are made a better place by followers of Christ investing in people’s lives and our community. “Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:9-10 (Also see Rom. 12:4-8). These principles listed above, on how to grow in your relationship with God, are summed up in Grace Church’s purpose statement: To exalt Jesus Christ by making disciples who: Love Jesus, grow with others, and serve the world. God stands behind His rules of the Bible: He says when one is forgiven, and how it is done. God’s love for all people. John 3:15-17–*** Redeemed is where Luke 2:1-22 says He came as the Savior, for the sins of the world and for anyone who would come to Him. This love was clearly shown when Jesus Christ, the Son of God, came into the world as a human being, lived a sinless life, died a horrible death on the cross as the payment for sin, and proved His victory over death by His resurrection from the dead. This Jesus is the easter Jesus, that Christmas Gift from above, the Savior. Because Christ died, our sins can be forgiven the fall of Adam and Eve, and what we repent of and have done. and because He conquered death, we can have eternal life in heaven with him. You can know for sure about your destination after you die. God loves you, and he has good plans for you. Not even a fake teacher can change this in God’s word, “God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.” – John 3:16 It is only God who can make this happen for a flesh and blood human, if He says it, it should be good enough for any of us. God wants you to have a life full of purpose. Jesus said, “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly” – John 10:10 Sin is a problem. It separates us from God. “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” – Romans 3:23 The final outcome of sin is death. Death is a spiritual separation from God, who is the source of every good thing. God sent Jesus to restore you to God. “God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” – Romans 5:8 This is the good news: The Father (God) came on a rescue mission through his Son (Jesus). Jesus took the death that we deserved so that we could receive life instead. And this mission didn’t end with His death on the cross. He rose again, and he still lives today! Jesus is the only way to be saved. Jesus died in our place so that we could have a relationship with God, and be with him forever. This salvation is a gift we could never earn. You are saved through God’s gracious kindness in Jesus. All you have to do is repent and believe: • Believe that you have sinned, which makes you a sinner • Believe that Jesus died for your sins, and everyone else as John 3:16 says and Rom. 10:9-13 is open to all.. • Ask God for the gift of forgiveness he is offering • Decide to turn away from your sins (this is called repentance). Repentance literally means a change of mind, and a turning in the opposite direction if there is nothing new going on in you or out of you, then you need to still repent.. God speaks to us through the Bible. He reveals Himself, His will for our lives, and how He has dealt with people in the past. Once you surrender your life to Christ, it is so important to grow in your relationship with Him by regularly reading the Bible. In the Bible, God tells us that we’ve been given “everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him…” – 2 Peter 1:3 and “If you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. But whoever does not have them is nearsighted and blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their past sins.” -2 Peter 1:8-9. Ask God to show you who He is and what you need to adjust in your life in order to follow his lead. God’s Word brings needed hope, encouragement and correction to our lives… “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” – 2 Timothy 3:16-17. Meditating on God’s word brings His blessing (Joshua 1:8). For a list of all the benefits of God’s word see Psalm 19 and 119. Access the Bible on your computer, iPad, Kindle or mobile device and read it or listen to it daily. A good place to first start reading the Bible is the Gospel of John, then Romans, Ephesians, Philippians, Psalms, Proverbs. We recommend reading the rest of the New Testament before starting the remaining Old Testament books. God also communicates with us through the Holy Spirit, who comes into your heart the moment you believe (or put your trust) in Christ. He will give you power to understand God’s Word, to live the Christian life, and to be everything that God calls you to be. We communicate with God through prayer, by sharing our praise of Him, along with our thoughts, concerns and needs. “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. if we know that he hears us–whatever we ask–we know that we have what we asked of him.” – 1 John 5:14-15 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7 It’s a great idea to set aside a daily time to study God’s word and talk to Him in prayer. We as the Church of God people communicate and fellowship with other believers, as our best growth typically occurs in community with other believers. We gain insights into God’s word through preaching, small group Bible studies and supporting one another while living life together. We encourage People to regularly attend a Bible teaching church that accurately proclaims God’s word. “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. we should not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another–and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 We never forget that God has this for His people and we can and do read this Matthew 18:20 and this is to everyone, a promise to all people. He sat down. And end to that Revival night.

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Our Mission Is to live and let live Go into any church and teach plus bring Revival anywhere we can.. This will be the last post for awhile, we are doing Revivals, So it will be some time until the next post. We say go out and get a life, love, seek your dreams, go all the way until death, seeking God;s will. There are a little over }100 places{ we can read about revival in the Bible. From The Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High st Owingsville Ky Rev. Elder Simon Kidd, Rev. Rosa Kidd, Rev. Chad Kidd, Rev. Alex Virch. We want to see people saved, healed, set free, comforted and released to be all they can be! We are not just saved and our lives radically transformed for ourselves when God takes over in our human lives. GOING OUT FOR REVIVAL! We will do revivals in any church, we reach a hand of fellowship to all blood, washed people, if you were saved and God saved you, you are our brother, or sister. (NOTE” We do this and do not seek any money for our work, we are here to help. Any Church people anywhere. We ask that all support their local Pastor with what God has given you, Our giving should be like this ***, LORD ALL I HAVE I CAN SEE IT COMING FROM YOU< SO LORD ANYTHING I HAVE SHOW ME WHERE I CAN USE IT IN YOUR NAME Ask your Pastor where He needs you to serve. Call us any time, to set up your Revival. 859-274-2617 Revival is the restoration of spiritual vigor. It refers to the reawakening to the path of God’s love from a state of stagnancy. Through this revival, the believer will redevelop a love for God, start appreciating His holiness, have a passion for His Word, develop respect towards the Church, be aware of their sins, ingrain humility, and have the desire to repent for the sin. Through this, the believer will grow to become righteous. Often there are instances where we are under the charm of the world and fail to realize that everything is a facade. These situations push us away from God and force us to fall upon the wrong side. The wrong side consists of evils like tardiness, selfishness, envy, and lifelessness. Through revival, a believer comes out of the clutches of these evils and starts following the path of revival. It generally involves starting fresh without any traces of the past or past activities. It invokes a deeper truth about life and makes us shy away from the evils prevailing within us and in society. We stand ready to go into any church to do revival. This is what God says about Revival*** Revival means to revive—either from sleep or from the dead. Both are needed at this time. Much of the church is asleep, and some churches are dead and are only breathing because of artificial life support. We need reviving. We must have revival! Revival brings a return of God’s Mercy, Favor, and Blessings!! Repentance is when we run to God and not away from Him when we fail. Support Your local Church in what the Pastor is doing. He wants us to be a living leader to our families, friends, colleagues, schools and our city. Our light has purpose, He will bring in His saved people and show in them, what His great grace, mercy and love at work in our lives has done and will do for anyone, He has John 3:16 opened to all. It is for this reason that we meet together as friends to enjoy God and to get commissioned for the work He says He has already planned for us to do. Need Revival, SO MANY DO IN FACT ALL OF US DO. aLL HUMANKIND CAN AND DO HAVE downfallS TO BE humans has resulted in the need for revival. This has also triggered a desire to restore a relationship with God. Here we have listed a few reasons why we need revival. There are people who are in spiritual apathy or backsliding. To these people, revival is the perfect way to deepen their faith and spiritual fervor. It is the time when individuals or different groups experience a greater awareness of God. Revival is associated with a call to repentance where the believers realize, acknowledge their sins, and turn away from them. Through revival, people can attain a renewed sense of the lord’s mercy. This will lead to collective transformation across all spheres of life. Through revival, one can revive and rekindle their faith in God. We can restore the passion within individuals and groups. Revival helps to restore the true love for God, His Word, prayer, and a desire to live and practice according to His holy teachings. Revival involves supernatural manifestations. It is associated with physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. The power and presence of God are evident during the revival and this leads to healing and restoration in life. Revival is seen as a catalyst for evangelism and the spreading of the Christian faith. Through revival, people experience the transformative power of God in their lives. They become effective witnesses and ambassadors for Christ. This leads to the growth and expansion of God’s kingdom. Revival can bring a positive change in the society. Revival has the power to shape the values, ethics, compassion, and morality of the people. These reasons reflect the belief that revival is a divine intervention, bringing about a restoration of faith, spiritual awakening, and transformative power that revives and renews individuals, communities, and society as a whole. We are just there to help. Spiritual revival increases devotion to God for His children and makes known His power through the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit knocks on the door of the heart for both the believer and non-believer, eliciting a response. When this happens, we have a fresh perspective of our need for Jesus and see ourselves in light of God’s graciousness and holiness. It brings humility and awe. As a result, lives are changed. We are becoming living proof of a loving God to a watching world. So some may say what About Spiritual Revival What is, and what will it do? We ask that all pastors, just read this, to see if your church needs revival, then give us a call- 1-859-274-2617 we need to tell you that we have nothing the is for sale, we do this without cost, sometimes people will give us a plate of beans, that is nice but they don't have to do that.we be there any for anyone. Read this and see if you may want to have a Revival??? Revival is a return to God. Psalm 19:7 “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple…” Psalm 51:10 “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” Psalm 119:25 “My soul clings to the dust; revive me according to Your word.” Psalm 119:154 “Plead my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.” Psalm 80:18 “Then we will not turn back from You; revive us, and we will call upon Your name.” Hosea 6:1-6 “Come, and let us return to the Lord; for He has torn, but He will heal us; He has stricken, but He will bind us up. After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up, that we may live in His sight. Let us know, let us pursue the knowledge of the Lord. His going forth is established as the morning; He will come to us like the rain, like the latter and former rain to the earth.” Jeremiah 6:16 “Thus says the Lord: ‘Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; then you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it.’” 2 Chronicles 7:14 “… if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” Isaiah 57:15 “For thus says the High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: ‘I dwell in the high and holy place, with him who has a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.’” Ephesians 5:14 “Therefore He says: ‘Awake, you who sleep, arise from the dead, and Christ will give you light.’” We ask that we all Pray and Seek God, that More of you Lord and less of us. Forgive us Lord, return us Lord to You. When reading these scriptures about spiritual revival, do you notice a pattern? Spiritual revival starts with repentance. God invites His people, who are called by His name to humble themselves and pray. He says, “… seek My face! ” Most often, revival is blocked by a spirit of pride. Humility is believing God’s opinion about a subject over anyone else’s, including our own. God’s Word is clear. He will lift up the humble and make them glad (Psalm 34:2). To apply the scriptures about spiritual revival, we must humble ourselves, turn to the Lord, and boast in Him, not ourselves, and we need to preach Him not ourselves.. Seek Him, let the Holy Ghost preach us, so we Ask and then Speak The words you speak matter. Proverbs 18:21 tells us that there is the power of life or death in the tongue. We can build up or tear down with spoken words. God’s Word is described as a sword (Ephesians 6:7, Hebrews 4:12). When we speak God’s Word and ask Him for the promises He has said in the Bible, we can expect a spiritual revival. This spiritual revival first takes place in our hearts. Then we are positioned to be light to the rest of the world. To apply the scriptures about spiritual revival, we must ask and speak according to God’s Word. His Word unfolds and gives light (Psalm 119:130). It imparts understanding to the simple and causes the enemy to flee. Bring in and Join in the Community open doors, open hearts, there will be need, so ask God to open hands, bring those who believe, those who are in need of salvation, and all that back salvation. Call out for the Holy Spirit to come His way with us all, please ignite spiritual revival. Even as there are many from our community and from the family of God, Let us take part in revival gatherings where we expect God to move within our hearts. Spiritual revival in community is set into motion when we repent, fellowship, worship, pray, and read God’s Word. Tell all who will come He can make it possible that you don’t have to anymore, This Jesus is out to make you more than what you have done, more than what this world has done to you, He is there for us all. Spiritual revival reaches those who are lost, but it also blesses those in the family of God, drawing them closer to Him and each other. To apply the scriptures about spiritual revival, we must join together in community. God uses us to multiply His impact while blessing and encouraging His children. Scriptures about spiritual revival remind us of the hope and promises we have in Christ. They remind us to ask God for a renewed spirit. When we speak and pray scriptures about spiritual revival, we set our minds on things above (Colossians 3:2), and God’s Word transforms our minds (Romans 12:2). Pray and seek God’s face today calling out Lord, whatever you are about to do let us be a part of it.. Who is ready for spiritual revival? Let’s position ourselves to receive the good things God has for us in this season! Until Next time the Elder Simon Kidd.

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Apostasy is a great trouble that is sure to come. Anyone can turn what God has said in the bible into something that makes them look big, But God will call an end to all things, Just as He is the only one who will call the end of time. DON”T WALK IN FEAR< GOD HAS US IN HIS HANDS! From the Elder: Simon Kidd, Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky. Old Church of God of the New Covenant. 1 Cor. 1:2-Gal.1:13 We read Matthew 24:10 this will help anyone stand strong in times of Great trouble. When the persecution gets hotter, people will leave the Bible‑preaching, Christ‑honoring churches. 2 Timothy 4:1-2 I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. All of us are told to do this ***Matthew 5:13-16 This is one of the reasons we go into so many different churches and teach. Matthew 28:16-20 Acts 1:1-8 Acts 20:35 Romans 1:15-17 Romans 10:15 Romans 15:1-21 1 Corinthians 1:10-31 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 2 Corinthians 9:12-14 Ephesians 6:15 2 Timothy 4:5 1 Peter 2:21 The Apostle John said, “They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they would have continued with us; but they went out that they might be made manifest, that none of them were of us” (1 John 2:19). Many churches are filled with “user‑friendly evangelism”— we should seek to be witnessing to the truth, telling anyone that we have redemption by blood, that only lordship is of Christ, John 3:16 start us on a road of, repentance, and that there is an everlasting Hell. Saved people are following Jesus to the death. When persecution begins, many will leave.We can be a church of empty people who have never known Christ. So help people come to Him and let slick go get a job and work for their own families. False Prophets will come and are here already. Mathew 24:11 Then many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. False Christs are “religious, ” but false prophets don’t have to be. “False prophet” means anybody who speaks with authority saying do it their way, saying “This is right; that next thing that is for sale at the church, this is wrong.” The world is filled with them. Always more money and it never ends. God never says for His save people to live like that. The mark of a false prophet is self‑interest in their name in the news. A true prophet speaks not of self‑interest, but of the interest of Almighty God. Preacher who God has called are called this way, Jer. 3:15-16, He says after the New Covenant has come and the alter is used no more He would have His, shepherds this way called, and Paul tells us thes Romans 10:14-16, and if a person want to have what God offers and hears His Clergy, this will happen to them, Romans 10 17 Faith will increase in them. Depravity is man made, and when any one follows after what a man has set up. Slick the pastor brings depravity in a person's life. Matthew 24:12 slick will make you think you are so hot in the community, because of what you let him do, but God says he does not know you, and you are cold. And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold. The crime rate is soaring. Because men are out for politics. For further information, read the news. Because iniquity and sin abound, love grows cold. We find ourselves where we cannot trust strangers. Why does lawlessness abound? Because the false prophets say there is no absolute standard of right and wrong. If there is no absolute standard, the moral anchor is gone, and Man goes down into a whirlpool of filth and debauchery. Preaching of the Gospel and any person who preaches truth is preaching Jesus, and not themselves. Jesus is the savior and the way, the only way. Matthew 24:13-14 But he who endures to the end shall be saved. Completed salvation will come at the end of time or at the end of a person's time. And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come. In the Last Days, there will be people loving Jesus. But it is not the Jesus of the Bible, or the one who is the Police over your salvation, it is a made up Jesus man made. Saved people will get a bulldog grip on the truth and say, “Jesus Christ is Lord.” Christians are not saved because they endure; they endure because they are saved. *** JOHN 3:16-Romans 10:9-13. This is where it begins. These other signs have always been happening, but this one is the climax. The Bible does not say that everybody will be saved, it says God wants all to be saved. but it says that the Gospel will eventually be preached in all the world, and then the end will come. How Should We Think About the Signs of the End Times? Trust the Bible Is it not incredible how Jesus so aptly described what would happen? If man had cured all diseases or solved the problem of war, then Jesus Himself would have been a false prophet. But biblical prophecy is being fulfilled exactly. You can trust the Bible. Be Witnessing Our duty is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and in order to do that, the people of the Church need to move up one step higher. Get deadly serious about living the Christian life and sharing Jesus Christ. List of Scriptures Referenced in This Article Matthew 24:1-14, 24; 1 John 2:19, 4:1-3 More Bible Verses About the Signs of the End Times 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 But concerning the times and the seasons, brethren, you have no need that I should write to you. For you yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night. For when they say, “Peace and safety! ” Then sudden destruction comes upon them, as labor pains upon a pregnant woman. And they shall not escape. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4 Now, brethren, concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our gathering together to Him, we ask you, not to be soon shaken in mind or troubled, either by spirit or by word or by letter, as if from us, as though the day of Christ had come. Let no one deceive you by any means; for that Day will not come unless the falling away comes first, and the man of sin is revealed, the son of perdition, who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God or that is worshiped, so that he sits as God in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God. 2 Peter 3:10 But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up. The Bible says that in the end times, Jesus will return in glory to judge the heavens and the earth. Preceding Jesus’ return there will be wars and rumors of wars and great calamities such as famine, natural disasters, and plagues. The antichrist will arise to deceive people and lead them astray. Those who refuse to accept Jesus as their savior will suffer eternal punishment. These verses about the end of time help us to see that God’s ultimate plan is for our redemption and happiness. The Bible encourages Christians to “keep watch” as the end approaches, and not fall back into a life of sensual pleasure. Why will the false Christ deceive so many? “For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect” (Matthew 24:24). “Miracle workers” will do incredible things through the power of Satan. Believe in miracles, but do not build your faith on miracles. The book of Revelation says that when Christ returns he will conquer evil. “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain.” (Revelation 21:4). Jesus will govern God’s kingdom with righteousness and justice. The Return of Jesus Christ Matthew 24:27 For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Matthew 24:30 Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. Matthew 26:64 Jesus said to him, “You have said so. But I tell you, from now on you will see the Son of Man seated at the right hand of Power and coming on the clouds of heaven.” John 14:3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. Acts 1:11 And said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” The Rapture Will come because He says it will. Read it for yourselves. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Colossians 3:4 When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Titus 2:13 Waiting for our blessed hope, the appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ. Hebrews 9:28 So Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him. 2 Peter 3:10 But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. Revelation 1:7 Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him, and all tribes of the earth will wail on account of him. Even so. Amen. Revelation 3:11 I am coming soon. Hold fast what you have, so that no one may seize your crown. Revelation 22:20 He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! The Antichrist Matthew 24:5 For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ, ’ and they will lead many astray. 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction, who opposes and exalts himself against every so-called god or object of worship, so that he takes his seat in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God. 2 Thessalonians 2:8 And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will kill with the breath of his mouth and bring to nothing by the appearance of his coming. 1 John 2:18 Children, it is the last hour, and as you have heard that antichrist is coming, so now many antichrists have come. Therefore we know that it is the last hour. Revelation 13:1-8 And I saw a beast rising out of the sea, with ten horns and seven heads, with ten diadems on its horns and blasphemous names on its heads. And the beast that I saw was like a leopard; its feet were like a bear's, and its mouth was like a lion's mouth. And to it the dragon gave his power and his throne and great authority. One of its heads seemed to have a mortal wound, but its mortal wound was healed, and the whole earth marveled as they followed the beast. And they worshiped the dragon, for he had given his authority to the beast, and they worshiped the beast, saying, “Who is like the beast, and who can fight against it? ” And the beast was given a mouth uttering haughty and blasphemous words, and it was allowed to exercise authority for forty-two months. It opened its mouth to utter blasphemies against God, blaspheming his name and his dwelling, that is, those who dwell in heaven. Also it was allowed to make war on the saints and to conquer them. And authority was given it over every tribe and people and language and nation, and all who dwell on earth will worship it, everyone whose name has not been written before the foundation of the world in the book of life of the Lamb who was slain. God is in control of the time of the Kingdom that the Bible talks about. Beware of men who set up their own way, God is not in that way. Jesus is telling us through John this Revelation 20:1-6 Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, holding in his hand the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. And he seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, and threw him into the pit, and shut it and sealed it over him, so that he might not deceive the nations any longer, until the thousand years were over. Men are not doing this God is. After that he must be released for a little while. Then I saw thrones, and seated on them were those to whom the authority to judge was committed. Also I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for the testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or their hands. They came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years. The rest of the dead did not come to life until the thousand years were over. This is the first resurrection. Blessed and holy is the one who shares in the first resurrection! Over such the second death has no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ, and they will reign with him for a thousand years. Signs of the End Times Joel 2:28-31 And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions. Even on the male and female servants in those days I will pour out my Spirit. And I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and columns of smoke. The sun shall be turned to darkness, and the moon to blood, before the great and awesome day of the Lord comes. And it shall come to pass that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved. Matthew 24:6-7 And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. Matthew 24:11-12 And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. Luke 21:11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven. 1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons. 2 Timothy 3:1-5 But understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power. Avoid such people. The Tribulation Matthew 24:21-22 For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been from the beginning of the world until now, no, and never will be. And if those days had not been cut short, no human being would be saved. But for the sake of the elect those days will be cut short. Matthew 24:29 Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Mark 13:24-27 But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory. And then he will send out the angels and gather his elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven. Revelation 2:10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. Preparing for the End Times should be our daily repentance of what we have done wrong, sin is just a choice but it is sin. Luke 21:36 But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man. Romans 13:11 Besides this you know the time, that the hour has come for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed. 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 John 3:2 Beloved, we are God's children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. God tells us He will, there is His Promise of Deliverance Daniel 7:27 And the kingdom and the dominion and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High; their kingdom shall be an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey them. Zechariah 14:8-9 On that day living waters shall flow out from Jerusalem, half of them to the eastern sea and half of them to the western sea. It shall continue in summer as in winter. And the Lord will be king over all the earth. On that day the Lord will be one and his name one. 1 Corinthians 15:52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised imperishable, and we shall be changed. Revelation 21:1-5 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” God also tells us about The Day of Judgment Humans have been given a chance. Isaiah 2:4 He shall judge between the nations, and shall decide disputes for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore. Matthew 16:27 For the Son of Man is going to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay each person according to what he has done. Matthew 24:37 For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Luke 21:34-36 “But watch yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and cares of this life, and that day come upon you suddenly like a trap. For it will come upon all who dwell on the face of the whole earth. But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” Acts 17:30-31 The times of ignorance God overlooked, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent, because he has fixed a day on which he will judge the world in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed; and of this he has given assurance to all by raising him from the dead. 1 Corinthians 4:5 Therefore do not pronounce judgment before the time, before the Lord comes, who will bring to light the things now hidden in darkness and will disclose the purposes of the heart. Then each one will receive his commendation from God. 2 Peter 3:3-7 Knowing this first of all, that scoffers will come in the last days with scoffing, following their own sinful desires. They will say, “Where is the promise of his coming? For ever since the fathers fell asleep, all things are continuing as they were from the beginning of creation.” For they deliberately overlook this fact, that the heavens existed long ago, and the earth was formed out of water and through water by the word of God, and that by means of these the world that then existed was deluged with water and perished. But by the same word the heavens and earth that now exist are stored up for fire, being kept until the day of judgment and destruction of the ungodly. 2 Peter 3:10-13 But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be set on fire and dissolved, and the heavenly bodies will melt as they burn! But according to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. Revelation 11:18 The nations raged, but your wrath came, and the time for the dead to be judged, and for rewarding your servants, the prophets and saints, and those who fear your name, both small and great, and for destroying the destroyers of the earth. Revelation 19:11-16 Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! The one sitting on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and makes war. His eyes are like a flame of fire, and on his head are many diadems, and he has a name written that no one knows but himself. He is clothed in a robe dipped in blood, and the name by which he is called is The Word of God. And the armies of heaven, arrayed in fine linen, white and pure, were following him on white horses. From his mouth comes a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and he will rule them with a rod of iron. He will tread the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. On his robe and on his thigh he has a name written, King of kings and Lord of lords. Revelation 22:12 Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay everyone for what he has done. We may play but God says it will come to an end. Until next time The Elder : No one has to leave this world unsaved, if anyone does not want to see the Great Tribulations, Just repent, do not let men bring fear in you about the end of time, Each human can John 3:16- if you just say that to a person who is talking about and witnessing about the end, you have giving then a great understanding about the end of time.

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Why do we say all Christian, and all New Covenant! The all Christian and all New Covenant of God through the Christmas Jesus as the Savior, the Lord, the King, the Easter Jesus, Him as the Head of the saved people, Him the head of the church, and the church as the people, the human body as the new temple. From the Elder: Old church of God of the New Covenant and the Kidd Family Ministry Box 463 East High St Owingsville Ky cell- 859-274-2617 email [email protected] The Humans are under the KINGDOM LIVING that Jesus came with for today's people on this earth. It began when He came, and is God’s kingdom forever, Jesus will Return, for those who John 3:16. We are living in the only time where we will be all human in God’s Kingdom. (Beware of anyone who tries to change your worship, the way you pray, who you see as Jesus, how you praise God, how you sing, or change the fact that heaven is real, and the place one can go after this life. ) There was a CHANGE OF AUTHORITY even on earth, , The Easter Jesus won the war, The Christmas gift sure was a great Gift, to this world, Luke 2:1-22, it gave us the power so we could make that great choice to John 3:16- so that God through Jesus would let us Romans 10:9-13. There was a change of the covenant with all people included in this new covenant as Jer. 31:31 tells us about how it has been done, Heb. 8:1-13. Preachers who God has called are called this way as God tells us, Jer. 3:15-16- Rom. 10:14-16, and they will preach Jesus as the savior, and not them as anything, They will preach Him and not themselves. Through the Cross of Jesus who is the Christ, the Lamb of God, we have been delivered from Satan's dominion (rulership or headship). We are now under a whole new authority - that of the Lord Jesus who is the person told to us in John 1:1-4. As a believer begins growing in his new life in the Lord, he soon discovers that the only way we enjoy living in God's Kingdom is in RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS (Eph 1:17; Phil 3:10). At the very beginning of our new life with God, this relationship takes two distinct forms: a) Savior This is the very first relationship we can ever have with Jesus. We cannot know God as Father or Friend until we first have a revelation of Jesus as Saviour - the One Who died for us and rescued us from Satan's kingdom. Jesus has saved us from: God's judgment (1 Thess 1:10; 5:9; Rom 5:9). Satan's power (Acts 26:18; Col 1:13; Heb. 2:14; 1 Jn 3:8). Our own selves (Phil 3:19; 2 Cor 5:25; Titus 3:3-6; 1 Peter 1:18). "Although he was a son... he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him" (Heb 5:8, 9). See also Hebrews 2:10; 2 Timothy 1:10. ) Lord Knowing Jesus as Saviour brings us into God's Kingdom, but that is not where our relationship with Him ends. Once we are inside His Kingdom, that relationship takes on dramatic new changes. Now we know Him not merely as Saviour, but as Lord - OUR Lord! He is KING in His Kingdom (Col 2:6). "Therefore, I tell you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, 'Jesus be cursed'; and no one can say, 'Jesus is Lord, ' except by the Holy Spirit" (1 Cor 12:3). See also John 13:13; Romans 1:4; 1 Cor 8:6, 1 Cor 4:5. When we enter the Kingdom of Light, we can enjoy what we were created for - a loving relationship with the Lord. Because of this, when Jesus becomes Lord of our life, through John 3:16 we personally find that His dominion in our lives brings us out of the chaos of sin into divine order and peace. Read this again, for yourselves. Colossians 2:9, 10; 1 Corinthians 8:6. THE MODEL CITIZEN in Christ Jesus is this, "Let your attitude toward life be that of Christ Jesus himself..." (Phil 2:5. There is a change in saved people. Jesus, though King of the Kingdom, became a servant. He is the example of what the true citizen of His Kingdom is like. "You call me 'Teacher' and 'Lord' and rightly so, for that is what I am. Do you want a part with Jesus, read this. Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another's feet. I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you" (John 13:13-15). Read also John 13:5-17; Matt 20:26-28; Luke 22:27. SUBJECTS OF THE KING As members of Christ's Kingdom, we enter into a Master-servant relationship with Him (Matt 6:24). Jesus came to do His Father's will (Heb 10:5-9). In His day-to-day life, He displayed what the lifestyle of the Kingdom is all about: living to please God (Eph 5:8-10). We are to have this servant-heart, just as He had a servant's heart. Many Christians do not like the concept of being a servant because it seems to make one person inferior to another. But in the Bible, we find four interesting paradoxes: a) In Slavery There Is Freedom "But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life" (Rom 6:22). Read also verses 16-23; 12:1; 1 Cor 7:22; 2 Cor 3:17; Eph 6:6, 7; 1 Peter 2:16. b) In Being A Servant, There Is Greatness "The greatest among you will be your servant. For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted" (Matt 23:11, 12). See also 20:26, 27; Mark 9:35; 10:43; John 12:26. ) In Humility. There Is Exaltation "Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven" (Matt 18:4). See also Luke 18:14; Proverbs 29:23; James 4:10; 1 Peter 5:5, 6; Matt 19:30. d) In Submission, There Is Authority The Roman Centurion (a military leader over 100 soldiers) who came to Jesus understood this principle.. .”.I did not even consider myself worthy to come to you. But say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell this one, 'Go' and he goes; and that one 'Come' and he comes. I say to my servant 'Do this, ' and he does it'' (Luke 7:7, 8). Because the Centurion was under authority, he was able to exercise authority, and he readily submitted to Jesus' authority. Read also verses 1-10; James 4:7. The lifestyle of the Kingdom of God is an attitude of SUBMISSION and OBEDIENCE TO GOD (See Matt 12:50; Eph 6:6; Heb 13:21; 1 John 2:17; 1 Thess 4:1). We submit ourselves to God's will - not reluctantly - because of fear or duty - but rather: Because Of All God Has Done For Us (Rom 12:1; Eph 4:1; Titus 3:4-7). Because In Doing So We Find Fulfillment (Psalm 40:8) Because of Love (John 14:15; 1 John 5:3). . FRUIT OF THE KINGDOM "For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his children, encouraging, comforting and urging you TO LIVE LIVES WORTHY OF GOD, who calls you into his kingdom and glory" (1 Thess 2:11, 12). See also 2 Thess 1:5. In Matthew 21:43, Jesus said that the Kingdom would belong to those who "produce its fruit." The fruit of the Kingdom is explained in a number of Scriptures. Love, joy, peace (Gal 5:22, 23). Goodness, righteousness, truth (Eph 5:9; Jas 3:13-17) Righteousness, peace, joy (Rom 14:17; Heb 12:11). Since we were created by God, we were also made for His Kingdom and its life-style. The fruit of that Kingdom is simply the natural outworking of the miracle of rebirth that the Holy Spirit has performed in us (see Gal 5:22). Our responsibility as citizens of God's Kingdom is to live like the people we now are! (1 Peter 2:11). "We also pray that your outward lives, which men see, may bring credit to your master's name, and that you may bring joy to his heart" (Col 1:10 Phillips). See also 2:6; Eph 4:1; 6:8-10. WORSHIP 1. “BLESSING GOD” "Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name" (Psalm 103:1 -. It is awesome to consider that we have the ability to bless our Creator, but time after time in the Scripture we are exhorted to do just that. We bless Him through our praise and worship of Him. See Psalm 34:1-3. 2. PRAISE Praise is an expression of admiration and appreciation. When we praise someone, we tell them how wonderful we think they are, or how great their accomplishments are. It is the same with the Lord. Praise has to do with acknowledging God's character and power. "Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands" (Psalm 63:3, 4). a) Why Do We Praise God? Because of Who He is. "Sing praises to God, sing praises, sing praises to our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth; sing to him a psalm of praise" (Psalm 47:6, 7). Because of What He Does. "Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases; He redeems my life from the pit and crowns me with love and compassion. He satisfies my desires with good things, so that my youth is renewed like the eagle's (Psalm 103:1- 5). b) Who Is To Praise God? Those Who Seek God.. .”.They who seek the Lord will praise him.." (Psalm 22:26). Everyone That Has Breath. "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord" (Psalm 150:6). Where Are We To Praise God? - Surrounded by God's People. "He (Jesus) says, 'I will declare your name to my brothers; in the presence of the congregation I will sing your praises'" (Heb 2:12). - Among the Nations. "I will praise you, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples" (Psalm 57:9). - On Our Beds. "I will praise you as long as I live... with singing lips my mouth will praise you. On my bed I remember you; I think of you through the watches of the night" (Psalm 63:4- 6). . WORSHIP Whereas praise is an expression of admiration and appreciation, worship is an expression of love and adoration. It is possible to admire someone and appreciate what they do without being in love with them. In the same way, worship has to do with our love of the Lord. It can be expressed only with the giving of our whole heart and life to Him. "To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself, is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices" (Mark 12:33). The religious rituals and ceremonies of Israel in the Old Testament became detestable to the Lord because their heart was far from Him (Isa 1:10-15; 29:13). Today also, God is only interested in genuine and sincere worship that comes from the heart. "Yet a time is coming, and has now come, when the true worshippers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshippers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshippers must worship in SPIRIT and TRUTH" (John 4:23, 24). Read also verses 4-26. a) In Spirit Our spirit is called the "inner man" (Eph 3:16). True worship takes place when the inner man, in response to the promptings of God's Holy Spirit, expresses love and adoration to God. This can take the form of spoken words, a love-song to the Lord, or silent adoration. True worship requires the action of the Holy Spirit on our spirit. So, only those who have been "born again of the Spirit" through faith in Jesus Christ can truly worship God (John 3:5-8). b) In Truth To worship God in truth is to worship Him as the Bible says we should. Nadab and Abihu (the sons of the high priest) offered strange fire before the Lord and died (Num 3:4; 26:61). This sober warning illustrates the need to study God's plan (the Tabernacle of Moses) for priestly ministry. There was sacrifice, cleansing, anointing and clothing before worship (Exodus 30:17- 38). You will note in Revelation 1:5, 6 that we are. .”.washed from our sins in his own blood" before being made. .”.priests unto God." An apostle/teacher in the United States was training lots of leaders how to heal the sick and perform miracles. A prophetess said to him: "The Lord says to you, 'How dare you teach those who are unclean to do my works! Stop it! '" There was much preparation of the priests before they could go into the Holy Place to worship the Lord. To ignore the steps outlined was perilous. We must worship in truth - in the Bible way We are to worship God the way He places worship in our hearts, not the way a man wants to see it done. . EXPRESSIONS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP IN SCRIPTURE ) With The Mouth Singing (Psalm 9:2, 11) Praising (Psalm 103:1) Shouting (Psalm 47:1) ) With The Hands Lifting (Psalm 63:4) Clapping (Psalm 47:1) Musical Instruments (Psalm 150) With The Body Standing (Psalm 134:1) Kneeling, bowing (Psalm 95:6) Dancing and leaping for joy (Psalm 30:11) "Who among the gods is like you, O Lord? Who is like you - majestic in holiness, awesome in glory, working wonders? . ..Sing to the Lord, for he is highly exalted.." (Exodus 15:11, 21). "Among the gods there is none like you, O Lord....For you are great and do marvelous deeds; You alone are God...I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever" (Psalm 86:8, 10, 12). Don’t let men tell you how to pray, and worship. Read this for yourselves. Read this again, Prayer is integral to the Christian life, so it’s no surprise that many Bible verses remind us of its importance. Here we can read some of things God calls His Made Humans to do, The Bible is he place that helps us stay with what God requires, of us, it is that help you and I must remember How the power of prayer is Just talking to Him: He has made it possible for us to talk to Him. “Therefore Let everyone who is godly offer prayer to you at a time when you may be found; surely in the rush of great waters, they shall not reach him.” (Psalm 32:6) “But truly God has listened; he has attended to the voice of my prayer.” (Psalm 66:19) “But as for me, my prayer is to you, O Lord. At an acceptable time, O God, in the abundance of your steadfast love answer me in your saving faithfulness.” (Psalm 69:13) “The Lord is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.” (Proverbs 15:29) “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” (Mark 11:24) “Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:5-7) “Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise.” (James 5:13) PRAYER In the scriptures, The first time prayer is mentioned is in Genesis 4:26: “Seth also had a son, and he named him Enosh. At that time people began to call on the name of the Lord.” Before this passage, all dialogues with God were initiated by Him. We can read about 650 different prayers. Prayer is an essential part of a Christian’s life. There are many types of prayers in the Bible for numerous different situations. But how many times is the word “pray” actually in the Bible! Exodus 34:8: “Moses bowed to the ground at once and worshiped.” ‘Who am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far? ’” (2 Samuel 7:18) *** The Bible often refers to people kneeling in prayer, like when Daniel did so three times a day in Daniel 6:10: “Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.”Lifting hands: Scripture mentions many prayers made with lifted hands, like in 1 Timothy 2:8: “Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or disputing.” Prostrating: Prostrating with your face to the ground shows a high level of devotion, as exhibited in Nehemiah 8:6: “Ezra praised the Lord, the great God; and all the people lifted their hands and responded, ‘Amen! Amen! ’ Then they bowed down and worshiped the Lord with their faces to the ground.” Be this way with God and in His services. "He will call upon me, and I will answer him....and show him my salvation" (Psalm 91:15, 16). The time we spend with the Lord in prayer can release the most dynamic, history-changing power this world has ever known. The Bible describes many different operations of prayer, but in this lesson we are going to look at prayer as an individual first. Our prayer as a Body together can only be as strong as our personal time with the Lord. 1. THE SECRET PLACE "But when you pray, go into your most private room, and close the door, pray to your Father who is secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you in the open" (Matt 6:6 amp). We have been invited into intimate prayer by none other than the Lord Himself. This kind of "secret" prayer presupposes and ensures: Prayer of Worship Prayer of Thanksgiving Prayer of Faith Prayer of Intercession Corporate Prayer Prayer of Consecration Prayer of the Holy Spirit 1) Prayer of Worship – Hebrews 13:15 & Revelation 4:11 One of the biggest types of prayer is a prayer of worship. Worshiping the Lord focuses on who God is. It is us recognizing God’s power and majesty. These prayers can be as simple as, “God, you’re so good.” or as huge as in Revelation 4:11, “Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will, they existed and were created.” Worship can mean anything from singing praise songs, or it can mean simply doing what Hebrews 13:15 says, “Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.” 2) Prayer of Thanksgiving – Psalms 100:4 Praying our thankfulness to the One who gave us what we have in our lives is another way we can pray. It is closely related to a prayer of worship, although the difference is that one is recognizing who God is, and the other is giving thanks to God for what He has done. Psalms 100:4 sums both of the prayer types up by saying, “Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! ” 3) Prayer of Faith – James 5:13-16 When we pray in faith, it is us reaffirming that we have faith in God’s will. It isn’t us enforcing our will into His, but it is us conceding that His will be done. One example of this is in James 5:13-16 where it says, “13 Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. 16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” 4) Prayer of Intercession – Daniel 9:1-27 Intercession is the act of praying on behalf of another person or group of people. When we pray for the well-being of others we are interceding on their behalf. There are many examples of this kind of prayer throughout the Bible, but a clear one is Daniel 9:1-27. In this passage, Daniel goes to the Lord and intercedes on behalf of his people. We can also do this in our lives. 5) Corporate Prayer – Acts 12:5-18 Corporate prayer is praying in a group. This can bring a sense of unity and community to you and your fellow believers. If you have been to a church service, then you have experienced this kind of prayer. An example of this type of prayer is in Acts 12:5-18. In this passage, the church is praying for Peter’s wellbeing. 6) Prayer of Consecration – Matthew 26:26-27 When we take communion, we are praying a prayer of consecration. This means we are consecrating the bread and wine (or grape juice) and asking God to make it holy. Jesus himself did this in Matthew 26:26-27, “26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” 27Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you.” 7) Prayer of the Holy Spirit – Romans 8:26-27 Sometimes we don’t know what we want or need to pray for at any given time. In Romans 8:26-27 the Bible says, “26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. 27 And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.” Don’t Worry About Praying “The Right Way” At the end of the day, it is important to lose our fear of praying “wrong.” There is no wrong way to pray honestly. If you are being honest with God and honest with yourself, then you are praying correctly. God can handle our anger, our grief, and our fears. He is there to walk with us through our journey, and He wants to see our growth. Pray All the Time We want to get to the point where we are praying constantly because that is what helps us grow in our relationship with God. It takes time to get there, but we should be striving for it. a) The Right Motive (Matt 6:5) b) A Right Relationship With God As Father (Luke 11:11-13). c) A Real Trust In The Lord (Psalm 55:16, 17)) A Dispensing of False Fronts (Mark 7:6, 7) As we express our feelings and burdens in conversation with God, it can be in the form of adoration (Psalm 34:1-4), confession (1 John 1:9), request (Matt 7:7) or thanksgiving (Eph 5:4-20). FIVE COMMANDS RELATED TO PRAYER a) Watch and Pray Always "Be always on the watch, and pray that you may be able to escape all that is about to happen, and that you may be able to stand before the Son of Man" (Luke 21:36). See also Mark 13:35-37. b) Pray Lest You Fall Into Temptation "Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak" (Matt 26:41). c) Pray For Workers "He told them, 'The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field'" (Luke 10:2). d) Pray For Those in Authority "I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness" (1 Tim 2:1, 2). e) Pray For Your Enemies "Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you" (Luke 6:28). 3. WHEN TO PRAY " The Bible gives many examples of people who prayed (1 Chron 4:10). Many of the heroes of faith can be observed to have had regular times of the day set aside specifically for prayer, often three set periods a day - at morning, noon and evening. "As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me. Evening, and morning and noon, will I pray and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice" (Psalm 55:16, 17 kjv). See also Daniel 6:10. The best example of a daily pattern of regular, whole-hearted prayer - prayer that avoided meaningless religious ritual - can be found in the Lord Jesus Himself: a) Early In the Morning (Mark 1:35) b) All Night (Luke 6:12) c) Before Each Meal (Mark 6:41) 4. WHAT TO PRAY a) For Ourselves "Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, 'Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain.' And God granted his request" (1 Chron 4:10). b) For One Another "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other..." (Jas 5:16). c) For The Ministries In The Body Of Christ "Finally, brothers, pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you" (2 Thess 3:1). d) For The Sick and Distraught "Is there any one of you in trouble? He should pray...is any one of you sick? He should call for the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up...pray for each other so that you may be healed..." (Jas 5:14-16) e) For Those Ensnared by Sin "If anyone sees his brother commit a sin that does not lead to death, he should pray and God will give him life..." (1 John 5:16). 5. HELP IN PRAYER "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express" (Rom 8:26). Part of the Holy Spirit's purpose is to teach us (Luke 12:12), guide us in prayer (Rom 8:27), and to help us in our faith (Eph 3:16, 17). The Holy Spirit will sometimes anoint a believer's prayer in a special way, and this is called "praying in the Holy Spirit" (Jude 20; Eph 6:18). To help us in prayer, the Holy Spirit has also provided a special gift to the believer: The Gift of Tongues - speaking in another language to the Lord in prayer. See 1 Corinthians 12:4-11.. .”..the prayer of the upright is his delight... He heareth the prayer of the righteous" (Prov 15:8, 29 kjv). 6. YOKEFELLOW Two joining together in prayer provides some very real advantages: "Again I say unto you; That if any two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven" (Matt 18:19 kjv). 7. THE CHURCH PRAYING If there is tremendous power when two people pray, what about the whole assembly of God's people? See Acts 4:24. Today God is calling His people to prayer! The Church's mission is to change individual lives, families, communities, cities and nations through prayer! HEAVEN. We Are Being Called There. .``.But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining towards what is ahead, I press on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus" (Phil 3:13, 14) Jesus Himself, before returning to Heaven, made a very special promise to every believer: "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, trust also in me. In my Father's house there are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me so that you also may be where I am" (John 14:1-3). See also 17:24. .”.God is in heaven and you are on earth... Therefore stand in awe of God" (Eccl 5:2, 7). 1. WHAT IS HEAVEN? a) Heaven Is The Dwelling Place of God "Is Not God in the heights of heaven? And see how lofty are the highest stars! " (Job 22:12). See also Deuteronomy 26:15. b) Heaven Is The Throne-Room of God "The Lord has established his throne in heaven and his kingdom rules over all" (Psalm 103:19). See also Isaiah 66:1. c) Heaven Is The Place Of God's Full Glory "As I looked, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took his seat. His clothing was as white as snow, the hair of his head was white like wool, his throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. A river of fire was flowing, coming out from before him..." (Dan 7:9, 10). See also Acts 7:55. d) Heaven Is The Home Of The Righteous (Believing) Dead "Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands" (2 Cor 5:1) e) Heaven Is The Future Home Of All Believers "After this I looked and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried out in a loud voice: 'Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne....” (Rev 7:9, 10). 2. THE NATURE OF HEAVEN Heaven is a place far beyond anything we can possibly conceive (1 Cor 2:9; 13:12). Heaven is like a place of holiness, full of glory and without end. But though the Bible doesn't describe all the details of what Heaven is like, it does give us some clues as to its nature. It is: a) A Place Of Great Glory "Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father..." (Matt 13:43). b) A Place Of Continual Worship "After this I heard what sounded like the roar of a great multitude in heaven shouting:" ' Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God...' Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: 'Hallelujah! For our Lord "God Almighty reigns...' " (Rev 19:1-6). See also Revelation 5:11, 12 c) A Place That Will Never End. .”.and you will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ" (2 Peter 1:11). See also 1 Peter 1:4. d) A Place Untainted By Evil "Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb's book of life" (Rev 21:27). See also Ephesians 5:5. The Book of Revelation describes the New Jerusalem, coming out of Heaven, as a place without: Night (22:5) Curse (22:3) Pain (21:4) Crying, sorrow (21:4) Death (21:4) This is because the nature of Heaven is a product of the nature of God. Since Heaven is the full manifestation of His presence, what God is like, Heaven is like a place of holiness, full of glory and without end. 3. OUR LINK WITH HEAVEN As believers, we now live our lives in a special relationship with Heaven because: a) We Belong There "But you have come to...the heavenly Jerusalem, the city of the living God. You have come to thousands upon thousands of angels in joyful assembly, to the church of the firstborn, whose names are written in heaven..." (Heb 12:22, 23). See also Philippians 3:20. b) We Are Enthroned There "And God raised us up with Christ and enthroned us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus" (Eph 2:6). c) We Have Our Source Of Life There "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ" (Eph 1:3). See also Colossians 3:1-4. d) We Have Our Names Recorded There "However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven" (Luke 10:20). See also Hebrews 12:23. e) We Have Been Sent By The One Who Lives There "They are not of the world, even as I am not of it... As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world" (John 17:16, 18). See also 2 Corinthians 5:20. f) We Have Our Eyes Fixed There "For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal" (2 Cor 4:17, 18). See also Hebrews 11:9, 10; 14-16. g) We Have Our Treasure There. .”.He has given us new birth into a living hope... into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade - kept in heaven for you..." (1 Peter 1:3, 4). See also Matthew 6:19-21 No matter what men say, the Bible tells us the truth about what the Sunday, Easter, Christmas Jesus said He would do, and it was that He would come again. WHEN JESUS RETURNS - THE SECOND COMING. "Whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you have proclaimed the Lord's death UNTIL HE COMES" (1 Cor 11:26). 1. THE PROMISE OF HIS RETURN The Second Coming of the Lord Jesus to the earth is one of the most important subjects for the Christian. The writers of the New Testament discussed it more than 300 times, and the language used was almost always imperative. The first thing we need to know about the Second Coming is that it is CERTAIN! a) Jesus Spoke About His Own Return "At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and the nations of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky, with power and great glory" (Matt 24:30). See also John 14:2, 3. b) Angels Foretold It. "They were looking intently into the sky as he was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. 'Men of Galilee, ' they said, 'why do you stand there looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven'' " (Acts 1:10, 11) c) The Early Christians Encourage One Another With It "For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage each other with these words'' (1 Thess 4:16- 18). See also Revelation 1:7. d) The Holy Spirit Bears Witness of It "Now it is God who has made us for this very purpose and has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come" (2 Cor 5:5). "But be patient my brothers, as you wait for the Lord to come. Look at the farmer quietly waiting for his precious harvest. See how he has to possess his soul in patience till the land has had the early and late rains. So must you be patient, resting your hearts on the ultimate certainty. The Lord's coming is very near" (James 5:7, 8 Phillips). See also Hebrews 10:37. 2. HOW WILL JESUS RETURN? a) Unexpectedly "Now, brothers, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying 'Peace and safety, ' destruction will come upon them suddenly..." (1 Thess 5:1-3) Read also verses 4-11. b) Like The Lightning "For as the lightning comes from the east and flashes to the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man" (Matt 24:27). See also Luke 17:24. c) In The Same Way That He Left. .”This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven" (Acts 1:10, 11) d) With Great Power And Glory "At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory" (Luke 21:27) e) In Full View Of All "Look, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and all the peoples of the earth will mourn because of him. So shall it be! Amen" (Rev 1:7) 3. DRAMATIC EVENTS TO TAKE PLACE a) The Mystery Of The Ages Will Be Completed. .”.There will be no more delay! But on the day when the seventh angel is about to sound his trumpet, the mystery of God will be accomplished, just as he announced to his servants the prophets" (Rev 10:6, 7). See also Romans 16:25, 26. b) God's People Will Enter Their Full Glory "But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Saviour from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body" (Phil 3:20, 21). See also 1 Corinthians 15:35:53. c) The Dead In Christ Will Be Raised To Life. .”.because we know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you in his presence" (2 Cor 4:14). See also John 6:40; 11:25. d) Those Believers Still Alive Will Be Caught Up To Meet Him "And he will send his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other" (Matt 24:31). e) Creation Will Be Set Free From Its Bondage "The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God" (Rom 8:19-21). Read also verse 22 and Isaiah 35:1-7. f) Every Enemy Will Be Destroyed "Then the end will come, when he hands over the kingdom to God the Father after he has destroyed all dominion, authority and power. For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet" (1 Cor 15:24, 25) See also 2 Thess 1:7; 2-8. g) Satan Will Be Bound "And I saw an angel coming down out of heaven, having the key to the Abyss and holding in his hand a great chain. He seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil, or Satan, and bound him for a thousand years" (Rev 2):1, 2). Read also verses 3, 7-10. h) Judgment Will Be Meted Out "God is just: He will pay back trouble to those who trouble you and give relief to you who are troubled.. This will happen when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven in blazing fire with his powerful angels. He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the majesty of his power..." (2 Thiess 1:6-9) i) A Kingdom Will Be Set Up That Will Never Be Destroyed "In the time of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to other people. It will crush all those kingdoms and bring them to an end, but it will itself endure forever" (Dan 2:44). See also Revelation 19:15, 16.

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That's why most churches should be illegal, especially the ones on t.v. begging for a new jet. I just want 3 concubines, one that can cook.

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DISOBEDIENCE & OBEDIENCE!!!! The Bible is clear about what God says in the scriptures, He says Blessed...are those who hear the word of God and obey it Luke 11:28. God is simply saying, He wants us to hear and Obey. God wants forgiven people, to obey all the way until the end of their lives on earth and to always obey in the after life. He had angels who rebelled against Him in heaven and will not take such things back to heaven. God is telling us about what disobedience will do to us, how He will cut us off, from Heaven, so when you believe slick the preacher over what God says in the bible, you have made the choice to have him as your God. This same thing took angles out of heaven. Satan’s fall from heaven is described in Isaiah 14:12–14 and Ezekiel 28:12–18. While these two passages are referring specifically to the kings of Babylon and Tyre, we can learn how it also references the spiritual power behind those kings, namely, Satan. These passages describe why Satan fell, but they do not say when the fall occurred. Jesus, the eternal Son of God, witnessed Satan’s fall, and He mentions it in Luke 10:18: “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.” We know that the angels were created before the earth (Job 38:4–7). Satan fell before he tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden (Genesis 3:1–14). Satan’s fall, therefore, must have occurred somewhere after the time the angels were created and before he tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Read it for yourselves, one third of the angels falling from heaven is found in Revelation 12:4: "His tail swept down a third of the stars of heaven and cast them to the earth." This passage is often interpreted to mean Satan and a third of angels were removed from heaven to earth. Interpreters differ whether this refers to a past event (referring to Satan's original rebellion against God), a future time during the tribulation period when Satan and his angels will be sent to operate on earth, or involves aspects of both (one third fell in the past, yet will not be not sent to operate on earth as Revelation 12 states until the future). It is clear angels have existed since the beginning of creation (Job 38:7). Sometime prior to Genesis 3, Satan (then a leading angel) rebelled against God and was judged (Ezekiel 28; Isaiah 14). It is believed many other angels rebelled with him during this time, becoming the fallen angels or demons mentioned throughout the Bible. A close look at Revelation 12 does clarify some aspects. It is clear one third of the angels are fallen or have become demons. Since the number of angels is "innumerable" (Hebrews 12:22), one third includes a vast number of demons who have rebelled against God. In Mark 5 Jesus met a man possessed by so many demons that they called themselves "Legion." Jesus allowed the demons to enter pigs when they left the man; the herd of about 2, 000 pigs rushed off the steep bank and drowned in the sea (Mark 5:9-13). Mary Magdalene was freed from seven spirits (Luke 8:2). Jesus also mentioned another account of seven spirits together at one time (Matthew 12:45; Luke 11:26). Ephesians 6:12 acknowledges these demonic powers and the difficulties they can present: "For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places." Believers are called to "wear" the full armor of God to protect against these forces of evil. Though powerful, believers need not fear these many demons. As Peter notes, "For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but cast them into hell and committed them to chains of gloomy darkness to be kept until the judgment" (2 Peter 2:4). This verse, part of a larger argument about God's ability to rescue, shows that every fallen angel will one day be judged along with Satan. Their power and time are limited. Just as evil spirits fled at the power of Jesus Christ, Christians have the power of God's Spirit living within them today. Though evil spirits may seek to tempt or attack a believer, they are no match for the Holy Spirit. First John 4:4 teaches, "Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world." If anyone chooses to do God's will, he will find out whether my teaching comes from God or whether I speak on my own, Jesus says in John 7:17 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, God is not playing a game. John 15:10 The man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has heard, but doing it - he will be blessed in what he does James 1:25 If anyone obeys his word, God's love is truly made complete in him I John 2:5, so as He says in John 3:16 anyone can stand in the truth of forgiveness of God, and they do not have to have a preacher to do this, we can have church anywhere, as Matt. 18:20 say and The savior Jesus will be there. This Christmas, Easter, Savior, that Sunday Jesus, says this, to us all. Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock Matthew 7:24 Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight Psalm 119: 35 For the Son of Man is going to come in his Father's glory with his angels, and then he will reward each person according to what he has done Matthew 16:27 If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him John 14:23 Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in his ways Psalm 128:1 Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:31-32 Now I obey your word Psalm 119:67 the saved and forgiven person is the new covenant temple where the Holy Ghost lives today on earth, 1 Cor. 6:19 *** The truth is — Those who do not belong to Christ do not have the Spirit of Christ residing in them (Romans 8:9). Thus, their bodies are not a temple of the Holy Spirit. Clearly, then, the greatest thing we can do for our bodies is to make them into a temple for God’s Spirit. And we do this by placing our trust and faith in Jesus Christ as our Savior. The moment we do this, the indwelling of God’s Spirit takes place (1 Corinthians 12:13). Our salvation is then sealed and guaranteed (Ephesians 1:13-14). The Holy Spirit will then be with us forever (John 14:16), given by God as His pledge of the believer’s future inheritance in glory (2 Corinthians 1:21-22). The saved person is forgiven and will seek Obedience, as God calls it, and as He tells us, it is not hard for them. And that it is God’s command, to the flesh and blood humans. Angels that disobey were cast out of heaven. The bible says this about*** obedience*** 1. Sam. 15:22; Acts 5:29; Deut. 5:29; 11:26-28; James 1:22; Psa. 18:44; Luke 6:46 It will sometimes take Longsuffering. II Pet. 3:9; Exo. 34:6; Psa. 86:15; Gal. 5:22; Eph. 4:1-2; I Tim. 1:16; II Tim. 4:2 FELLOWSHIP and*** PRAISEworship. Is why we gather as the church people and yes it should be fun, Things like food, wine, money, etc., are morally neutral. Wine, for example, is neither good nor evil. It’s what we do with it that makes it so. Paul points out that “…if food does not bring us near to God; we are no worse if we do not eat, and no better if we do” (1 Corinthians 8:8). He immediately follows this, however, with an important instruction we should apply to all our activities, including fun and entertainment. “Be careful, however, that the exercise of your freedom does not become a stumbling block to the weak” (1 Corinthians 8:9). Our freedom to relax and enjoy our lives should never cause others to stumble in their faith. A classic example is that we should not serve wine at dinner if we have invited someone who is a recovering alcoholic. We should follow Paul’s lead, “Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some” (1 Corinthians 9:19, 22). Where in the Bible does it say God wants us to have fun? In Ecclesiastes 8:15, the Bible also tells us to have fun and enjoy the life God has given us. Fun and enjoyment are integral parts of the human experience. As Christians, we know that everything good comes from God (James 1:17), so having fun and enjoying life can glorify Him. However, we must ensure our pursuit of enjoyment aligns with Biblical principles. This article will examine what Scripture says about having fun and outline key principles for Christians seeking to have fun while honoring God. The Bible does not explicitly prohibit having fun. In fact, it contains verses that indicate enjoying life is good and godly. Ecclesiastes 3:13 says, “And also that every man should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of God.” In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said, “Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these” (Matthew 6:28-29). Jesus was pointing out the natural beauty lilies have without working for it as a lesson about trusting God’s provision. But His choice of illustration also implies an appreciation for simple pleasures and joy found in nature. However, the Bible clearly distinguishes between righteous fun and reckless pleasure-seeking. The book of Ecclesiastes thoroughly examines human happiness and repeatedly shows the futility of living for fleshly indulgence. Wise King Solomon concluded, “All was vanity and grasping for the wind” (Ecclesiastes 2:11). Proverbs 21:17 warns, “He who loves pleasure will be a poor man; He who loves wine and oil will not be rich.” So how can Christians strike a balance between enjoying life and avoiding sinful pleasure traps? Here are key principles to guide us: Having Fun God’s Way Our joy comes first and foremost from the Lord, not circumstantial fun (Psalm 16:11) Enjoy rest, feasting, and celebration in proper seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) Avoid drunkenness and gluttony (Proverbs 23:20-21) Don’t love pleasure more than God (2 Timothy 3:1-5) Be moderate in all pursuits (Philippians 4:5) Fill free time with purposeful hobbies, not idleness (Ecclesiastes 3:13, 1 Corinthians 10:31) Be a sincere, joyful person who uplifts others (Proverbs 15:13) Your love stands firm forever, that you established your faithfulness in heaven itself Psalm 89:2 My whole being will exclaim, "Who is like you, O Lord? " Psalm 35:10 I will praise you, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples. For great is you love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies Psalm 57:9-10 But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble Psalm 59:16 O my strength, I sing praise to you; you, O God, are my fortress, my loving God Psalm 59:17 Then will I ever sing praise to your name and fulfill my vows day after day Psalm 61:8 I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name, I will lift up my hands Psalm 63:4 Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings Psalm 63:7 Praise be to God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me! Psalm 66:20 Now to the king eternal, immortal invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever 1 Timothy 1:17 I will proclaim the name of the Lord. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he Deuteronomy 32:3-4 You are might, O Lord Psalm 89:8 How great are your works, O Lord, how profound your thoughts Psalm 92:5 I will sing to the Lord all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live Psalm 104:33 I love you, O Lord, my Strength Psalm 18:1 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful Psalm 13:14 Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom Psalm 145:3 I will praise you, O Lord. Although you were angry with me, your anger has turned away and you have comforted me Isaiah 12:1 O great and powerful God, whose name is the Lord Almighty, great are your purposes and mighty are your deeds Jeremiah 32:18-19 You are awesome, O God, in your sanctuary;...Praise be to God! Psalm 68:35 My soul praises the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior Luke 1:46 I will sing of the love of the Lord forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations. I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you established your faithfulness in heaven itself Psalm 89:1-2 You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being Revelation 4:11 Give thanks to the Lord for he is good; his love endures forever Psalm 107:1 The Lord God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him." Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man Genesis 2:18, 22 Love your neighbor as yourself Mark 12:31 Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. All men will know that you are my disciples if you love one another John 13:34-35 Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellow man has fulfilled the law Romans 13:8 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ Romans 15:5-6 Where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them Matthew 18:20 You are all one in Christ Jesus Galatians 3:28 How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you? I Thess. 3:9 May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else. I Thess. 3:12 Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from the heart I Peter 1:22 OBEDIENCE is this. Blessed...are those who hear the word of God and obey it Luke 11:28 If anyone chooses to do God's will, he will find out whether my teaching comes from God or whether I speak on my own John 7:17 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love John 15:10 The man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has hear, but doing it--he will be blessed in what he does James 1:25 If anyone obeys his word, God's love is truly made complete in him I John 2:5 Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock Matthew 7:24 Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight Psalm 119:35 For the Son of Man is going to come in his Father's glory with His angels, and then He will reward each person according to what he has done Matthew 16:27 If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him John 14:23 Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in his ways Psalm 128:1 Jesus said: "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free John 8:31-32 Now I obey your word Psalm 119:67 When we all stand before God, what will we say, we did this or that, so we should be given eternal life? God already says this to us and He will point to it again, at that time-*** Matt. 7:22–Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles—*** Beware of anyone who wants you to do it their way, Jesus said, “Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers! ’” (Matthew 7:23). It seems strange to hear our all-knowing Lord say there’s something—or someone—He doesn’t know. Jesus refers not to intellectual knowledge here but to relational knowledge. Remember that it is easy to see if God is in it, Beware of slick the preacher! In Jesus’ words on Judgment Day, we see several important truths: it’s not a verbal claim that one follows Jesus that saves (Matthew 7:21).No saved person can save you. Christianity cannot save. Also, it’s not a demonstration of spiritual insight or power that saves (verse 22). A person can seem like a Christian in the eyes of other people, yet still be an “evildoer” in God’s sight and sent away from His presence (verse 23). Only those who do the Father’s will and who are known of God will enter heaven. So, what is the Father’s will? Some men came to Jesus once with a question about what God required of them: “They asked him, ‘What must we do to do the works God requires? ’ Jesus answered, ‘The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent’” (John 6:28–29). God wants us to have faith in His Son: “This is his command: to believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ” (1 John 3:23). Those who are born again by faith in Christ will produce good works to the glory of God (Ephesians 2:10). When Jesus said, “I never knew you, ” to the feigned disciples, He meant that He never recognized them as His true disciples or His friends. He never had anything in common with them nor approved of them. They were no relations of His (Mark 3:34–35). Christ did not dwell in their hearts (Ephesians 3:17), nor did they have His mind (1 Corinthians 2:16). In all these ways and more, Jesus never knew them. Note that Jesus is not breaking off the relationship here—there was never a relationship to break off. Despite their high-sounding words and showy displays of religious fervor, they had no intimacy with Christ. John 3:16 is for all people already. Until next time the Elder. So now you can read it for yourselves, Take everything to God, let no man boss your salvation, it will be you who comes up short at the end of this life, it will be you who God rejects, along with slick the preacher. John 3:16 is already given to all people, and it is free, God has nothing that is for sale.

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There is always Help, and answers for everything we Go through in this World. Let no man turn you away from what God says in the Scriptures. God is God. He always helps us. Church Of God Old Church of God of the New Covenant. 1Cor.1:2- Gal.1:13- Heb. 8:1-13. From: the Kidd family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 1-859-274-2617 call anytime. Email [email protected] [email protected] In addition to reading God’s word and praying, another way to respond to times of trouble is to use the scriptures for What God tells us to do in all situations and pray His words back to God. Just as we feel overwhelmed when we receive unexpected news and don’t know where to turn, we may also not know what to pray for. (Romans 8:26) Bible Verses in Times when Trouble comes and it will. 1 John 5:19 – “For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” To be Human is to have Anxiety & Worry it is a part of being human in this flesh and blood body.. So when it happens, go to what God says for us to do. John 16:33 1 Peter 5:6-7: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” Psalm 4:8 Matthew 6:25-32 Proverbs 12:25 When unreasonable Fear Comes. Isaiah 41:10 Isaiah 41:13 – “For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, ‘Fear not, I am the one who helps you.’” Psalm 18:1-3 Psalm 34:19 – “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.” Psalm 56:3-4 Mark 5:36 In the Flesh all People can have Loneliness, the scriptures give us answers to the problem. Psalm 23 Psalm 73:23-26 Deuteronomy 31:6 – “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5 Zephaniah 3:17 There is Grief In the Human world, Psalm 6:6-9 Psalm 34:17 Psalm 42:5 Lamentations 3:22-24 – “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. ‘The Lord is my portion, ’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in him.’ It is not a sin to have Anger, but what we do about it or with it can be. James 1:19-20 Psalm 37:8 Proverbs 14:29 – “Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.” Ephesians 4:26, 31 A Broken Heart can happen to anyone. Psalm 7:10-11 Psalm 30:2, 5 Isaiah 57:15 Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” Jeremiah 31:3 Overwhelming Times do come so here is what God tells us is His answers to them. Hebrews 10:23 Isaiah 55:8-9 Romans 8:28 – “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” Scriptures when You Feel Weak Micah 7:8 – “Rejoice not over me, O my enemy; when I fall, I shall rise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me. 2 Corinthians 4:7-10 – “But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies.” Psalm 3:3 Joshua 1:9 Psalm 40:17 2 Corinthians 12:9 Scriptures when You Feel Confused, God did not leave us on our own without help., Psalm 18:28 Psalm 26:4-5 Joshua 1:7 Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight paths.” Scriptures when You Feel Unloved or Unworthy and it does happen in the human world. Romans 8:37-39 – “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” 1 John 3:1 – “See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him.” Deuteronomy 7:7-8 Psalm 139:13-14 Jeremiah 31:3 1 Corinthians 15:10 Scriptures when You Need Forgiveness Psalms 32:5 Psalm 51 Joel 2:13 – “And rend your hearts and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster.” Scriptures when You Feel Forgotten or Abandoned Isaiah 49:15-16 – “Can a woman forget her nursing child, that she should have no compassion on the son of her womb? Even these may forget, yet I will not forget you. Behold, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; your walls are continually before me.” John 10:14-15 – “I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep. “ Isaiah 44:21 John 10:28-29 – “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand.” Psalm 27:10 – “For my father and my mother have forsaken me, but the Lord will take me in.” Deuteronomy 4:31 For times when you need Scripture or words of encouragement, The Bible as it is written is the true answer from God to mankind. When we need help. These Psalms are great to pray in times of trouble or to give a friend who is struggling with an emergency, too. Something about praying God’s words back to Him is so powerful and comforting. Psalm 46 – Psalm 107 –Psalm 51 – Forgiveness / Repentance Psalm 23 – Psalm 91 – Psalm 6 – Psalm 62 – Psalm 103 – Be prepared to Pray – write prayer requests, sing songs of praise, recite scriptures. Understand the Privilege of Prayer – talking with a mighty, holy God! Pray with awe, reverence, and thanksgiving. Pray to God, and never at Him. Let Prayer be your First Response – pray first and pray often instead of waiting until you’ve exhausted all other options. I hope these tips help you pray when you feel overwhelmed and encourage you to pray “without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). One of my favorite verses about faith is in Hebrews 6: “We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain, where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a high priest forever after the order of Melchizedek.” Hebrews 6:19-20. We are what God says we are, not what the Preacher, or you yourself may think you are. Until next time The Elder Pastor::. Simon Kidd

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From the Elder of the Church of God-Old Church of God of the New Covenant, ( Answer )-- A person has to Repent and be forgiven before the receive the baptized, When one is forgiven God gives them Sanctifying, Sanctification, or what He says is the persons proof they are forgiven They are set aside for Him, and will seek baptism, Men are not the Police over Salvation, Jesus Christ is.

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Does the Church of God say your saved before your even baptized? If so, they are wrong. It's plain to see that we can not be saved until we are buried and rise from the watery grave of baptism. If you want a group of Christians who support the whole Bible as it is written, visit a non-denominational church of Christ congregation.

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Why does the Church of God Say We Believe that God”s Word-The Bible is His Inerrancy or truth of the purposes of the Bible, as truth. From the Pastor Elder. From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 859-274-2617 Old church of God of the New Covenant. 1Cor. 1:2- Gal.1:13 Heb. 8:1-13. Proponents of Biblical inerrancy often cite 2 Timothy 3:16 as evidence that scripture is inerrant. For this argument, they prefer translations that render the verse as "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, " and they interpret this to mean that the whole Bible must therefore be inerrant. This is the biblical truth. God’s word is the only truth. Foolish men will be offended, pop off at the mouth, because of the evil in their hearts. Saved people do live by this truth of the word, because the scriptures tell us this, Hebrews 1:1-2 which ascribes to God as Scripture's final authority, in other words, authority away from itself (God, not the text, is inerrant). Many evangelicals who hold to an inerrant view have used Jesus' words in Matthew 5:18 as proof that Jesus affirmed the concept of inerrancy. The Church of God people like to say it like this–***No doubt you’ve heard critics of the Bible claiming the Bible is full of errors and can’t be trusted. Maybe as a new Christian you had doubts about the trustworthiness of the Bible. Such doubts are not only natural, but they're also good in a way. We should always test what people tell us about the way of salvation. Given all the false religions in the world, knowing that we can trust our Bible is no small matter. Everyone MUST answer this question for themselves… Is the Bible God’s word to us all. Because the bible will be used forever. ‍This decision is not just a Christian decision or even a religious decision. It is a decision that is relevant to every human being because: The Bible clearly says it offers the only path to salvation for humankind, and the guide for what we will be after that time is over, so EVERYONE should thoroughly evaluate the Bible on its merits and decide its validity for themselves. Here is how anyone can start reading their Bible today: It will only take a few minutes to read one chapter of the Bible. Start by reading the Gospel of John. After you understand John, read the other Gospels, then the whole New Testament, and then the rest of the Bible. If possible, read it first thing in the morning. Try this for 7 days. Ask God for guidance and understanding of what you read. Focus on daily consistency first, rather than quantity. Reading one chapter every day is better than reading seven chapters once a week. Making this your first priority of the day makes it more meaningful. The Bible says, “Come near to God, and he will come near to you." (James 4:8) When you prioritize God consistently, he will also prioritize you. If you do this, the Holy Spirit will speak into your life through the Word. This simple practice will: Ground you in Christ’s peace every day. Change your life for the better; God guarantees it. To understand the trustworthiness of scripture, we first need to define inerrancy. To say the Bible is inerrant, we mean it is free from error; it is completely truthful. We are all searching for the meaning of our lives. The bible has a lot to say about life, from our creation and purpose to our salvation and eternal life. The bible provides answers to many of life's big questions that trouble our hearts, such as: Who am I? Where did I come from? Why am I here? Is there a God? Is this life all there is? What happens after I die? We should investigate what the Bible says about these questions. ‍ We all need salvation. Instinctively, we know we were created for a relationship with our Creator, and we long for redemption from our sins and salvation for our lives. The Bible says we have all sinned and rebelled and that the penalty for sin is death and separation from God. We will all die, and therefore we all need salvation. The Bible offers the only path to salvation for humankind, and that path is unique. The Bible reveals the salvation provided to us by Jesus Christ through the gospel. And the Gospel is that the savior has come, with the New Covenant, as Heb. 8:1-13 says it has. Salvation is from God’s wrath, by God’s grace, through God’s Son, for God’s glory. Salvation is a personal matter between you and God. We cannot rely on understanding someone else’s version of God. We are all unique, so God gives the Bible the distinctive ability to speak to our needs differently through the Holy Spirit. Your needs are not the same as my needs, so your biblical revelation through the Holy Spirit will not be the same as my revelation. The big picture is always the same salvation through the gospel of Jesus Christ, but in daily application, all our spiritual walks and needs are different. The Holy Spirit knows your situation because God knows every heart, and the Holy Spirit will meet you where your needs are. We are told that for us, who are saved through Jesus Christ, That the Bible is God’s infallible Word breathed out by Him for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness the scriptures tell us this, (2 Tim. 3:16). Such understandings brings in these people a great place to worship, and live their lives as humankind should, *** We can see this standing on the Scriptures, just as they do, like this, Let’s start with some very simple and basic definitions: Inspired = breathed out by, proceeding from God Inerrant = without error, perfect Infallible= incapable of error, incorruptible Invincible = incapable of being defeated, sovereign Let’s take a look at a portion of the text for today 2 Timothy 3:16-17, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” This text is key to the doctrine of inerrancy, and it should be meditated upon and memorized by every genuine believer and follower of Jesus Christ. Did you know that Paul is quoting Jesus Christ in this text? Look at Matthew 4:4 with me — Jesus answered, “It is written: 'Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’" (Deuteronomy 8:3) “All Scripture, ” (OT/NT), comes from God, is breathed out by God, proceeding from the very mouth of God, i.e., the origin and authority of Scripture is God Himself! Because God is perfect and incapable of any error, wrongdoing, or failure, so is His Word; therefore, the Holy Scripture is inerrant, infallible, and invincible, for it is created and empowered by God Himself. It was this same Word of God that when spoken, by the power within it, the world and all that is in it was created (Genesis 1:1, 3, 6, 9, 14, 20, 24, 26, 31). The greatest commandment is (Mark 12:30-31), “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.' and 'Love your neighbor as yourself.’" If you have received the love of God through God’s One and Only Son, you will desire to tell others about Him (Matthew 28:19-20a), “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” You are to proclaim the Word of God, in love, wherever you are (Ephesians 4:15), for you have been set apart by God’s Word (John 17:17), and you are to speak of Jesus Christ, the Word of God (John 1:1-4, 14), by the power of the Spirit of God (John 14:16-17). It is the ultimate authority on God’s will for us and was preserved through the ages; we believe it did not pass away (Matt. 24:35; 1 Peter 1:24-25; Isaiah 40:8). (Inspired by God) Galatians 1:11, 12 2 Timothy 3:16 2 Peter 1:21 (Irrevocable) Isaiah 55:11 Matt 5:18 Mark 13:31 Revelation 22:18, 19 (Exhortation to Read & Obey) Deuteronomy 12:28 Josh. 1:7-9 Psalms 119:11, 18, 105 Proverbs 4:20-22 Matt 4:4 John 5:39 Romans 15:4 2 Timothy 2:5 Revelation 1:3 and we live our lives in accordance with that teaching and that understanding. Christians claim the Bible is God’s Word. That means that they believe the Bible is a verbal revelation from God that makes it unique from every other book. But how can such a claim be verified? First, we would expect certain things to be true about a book from God. Such characteristics might also be true about humanly-authored books, but we would expect that, at the very least, they would be true about God’s book. Such characteristics would include the following: It would claim to be God’s Word. It would be historically accurate when it speaks on historical matters. Its authors would be trustworthy. It would be thematically unified and without contradictions. We would have received accurate copies of the original manuscripts. Second, because God is unique, His book would bear characteristics that could be true of it alone. Such characteristics would distinguish God’s book from all other books in such a way that it could not be counterfeited. These characteristics would include the following: It would make statements that would reveal knowledge about the way things work beyond the knowledge of its day. It would make predictions about the future that could not be known through natural means. The message would be unique. The messengers would be confirmed by miracles. The words would have a transforming power. Now let’s look at the characteristics listed to see if they are true about the Bible. What does the book tell us? was written over a period of some several hundred years (from at least 1400 B.C. to nearly A.D.100), • is composed of 66 different books, was written by some 40 different authors, was composed in three languages—Hebrew, Greek, and some Aramaic, contains discussions on hundreds of different topics, was written in a variety of different literary styles, including historical, poetic, didactic, parabolic, allegorical, apocalyptic, and epic, was composed by authors of many different occupations. Yet in spite of all this vast diversity, the Bible reveals an amazing unity. First, it is one, continuous unfolding drama of redemption from Genesis to Revelation; from paradise lost to paradise regained; from the creation of all things to the consummation of all things Second, the Bible has one central theme—the Person of Jesus Christ (Luke 24:27). Luke 2:1-22 the Christmas Jesus, The only Savior, and Offering for the humankind's salvation. In the Old Testament, Christ is seen by way of anticipation; in the New Testament by way of realization. In the Old Testament He is predicted, and in the New Testament He is present (Matt. 5:17-18). The Old Testament expectation of Christ came to a historical realization in the New Testament. Third, from beginning to end the Bible has one unified message: humanity’s problem is sin (Gen. 6:5; Rom. 3:23), and the solution is salvation through Christ (Luke 19:10; Mark 10:45). Such incredible unity amidst such great diversity is best accounted for by a God who stands outside time and history and who was therefore able to direct the writing of the Bible. The very same Mind that the writers of Scripture claimed to have inspired them also appears to have superintended them, weaving each of their pieces into one overall mosaic of truth. God has provided ways that we can know these books are from Him. When Look in the Book? We must recognize that the biblical books have internal qualities that demonstrate that they are from God. Just as natural revelation (the created world) has characteristics that show God is the author of nature (Ps. 19; Rom. 1:20), so we should expect special revelation (Scripture) to have such characteristics that show God is its author. One example is the efficacy and power of Scripture. It's not just that Scripture says things, but the Scripture does things. It convicts (Heb. 4:12–13), it encourages (Ps. 119:105), it comforts (v. 50), and it brings wisdom (v. 98). In short, this book is alive. Even more than this, the Bible brings understanding in regard to the biggest questions of life (v. 144). It provides a coherent and compelling worldview that explains reality like no other book. Another example is the unity and harmony of Scripture. It is incredible to behold how so many different authors—writing in different times, locations, and cultures—can weave together a single, unified, coherent story of the redemption of all things through Christ. Such harmony is not man-made but evidence of a divine origin. In short, Christians know the Scriptures are God's Word because in them they hear the voice of their Lord. As Jesus declared, "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me" (John 10:27). Remember this, and to read this. The Bible tells us this, it is the word of God and is telling us that it is the revelation of God to all of mankind through His creation. God did not create us and then leave us without a witness to Him (Acts 14:17). The heavens declare His glory and the firmament shows His handiwork (Psalm 19:1-4). Hebrews 3:4 states, "For every house is built by someone, but He who built all things is God." Common sense tells us that if we are driving through the country and we come upon a two-story building with windows, doors, and a porch, that someone at some time built that house. Most would not come to the conclusion that a terrible tornado took those materials and threw them into the structure before them. I say "most" because that is exactly what some do! They look at the creation around them and in them and conclude that there is no design. Unfortunately, it is not for lack of evidence that they think this way, for we are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). Once again to the bible, There were three major reasons why all men received this natural revelation. (1) Man could possess a sense of deity. (2) Man could possess a sense of right and wrong. Man knows that he has a sense which tells him that he ought to do some things and ought not do others (Rom. 2:14, 15). "Even dictators who are about to break a treaty or commit a flagrant aggression find it necessary to discover high sounding moral reasons for their deeds." (3) Man would be without excuse. "For the invisible things of him since the creation of the world are clearly seen, being perceived through the things that are made. that they may be without excuse" (Rom. 1 :20). Without Excuse? l. Man's destiny. Jesus in John states, "Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming in which all who are in the graves will hear His voice and come forth—those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation." 2. Man's fall from God's grace in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3). 3. God's plan of redemption (1 Corinthians 1:21). 4. The number of persons in the Godhead (2 Corinthians 13:14). 5. The person and work of Jesus (John 20:30-31).The savior is the savior, man was given no power over someone's salvation. That we will see in God’s work on this earth things such as ***---- ___—--Bible Preaching II Tim. 4:2; Rom. 10:14-15; Acts 8:35; I Cor. 1:17-23; Mat. 4:17; Psa. 40:9; Isa. 61:1-3 Bible Reading Josh. 1:8; 8:34-35; Neh. 8:8; Job 23:12; Psa. 119:130; Pro. 2:1; Rev. 1:3 Bible Study II Tim. 2:15; Jhn. 5:39; Acts 17:11; Isa. 8:20; II Tim. 3:15-17; I Pet. 1:10-11; Hos. 4:6 Bible Teaching 1 John 2:27; Mat. 7:29; 28:19-20; I Tim. 3:2; II Tim. 2:2; I Sam. 12:23; Deu. 6:6-7 To Become a Christian -- Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 5:8, Romans 10:9-10, 13, John 3:3, John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 John 1:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17 To Build Up our Faith -- Romans 10:17, Jude 1:20, 1 Peter 1:7-9, James 1:5-8, Romans 4:20-21, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Mark 11:24, James 2:18, 22, Hebrews 10:32-39 That BORN AGAIN is a real thing. John 1:12-13 3:3-7 1 Peter 1:22-23 1 John 5:4 That God is Good for His word ETERNAL LIFE is going to come for the bad, and the saved. Just aS He, (Promised) John 3:15, 16, 36 6:40, 47 10:27-37 1 John 2:25 (We can Know) 1 John 5:11-13 So if we don’t see the Bible is not God’s work on this earth it is us doing it not God. Because we could be letting ourselves receive FALSE DOCTRINES just as the bible tells us we can as we read this about them.*** Proverbs 16:25 Mark 13:21-23 Gal 1:8 Colossians 2:8 1 Timothy 4:1-3 2 Peter 2:1, 2 1John 4:1-3 God: Is already God, So the scriptures show us that there is one eternal God (Isaiah 43:10-11; Mark 12:29) made up of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; distinct, yet perfectly one with each other (2 Cor. 13:14). God the Father is spirit (John 4:24), invisible (1 Tim. 1:17), and no one can see Him and live (John 1:18; 1 Tim. 6:16). God the Son is the Word made flesh (John 1:14), having had all things created through Him (John 1:1-3) and having the fullness of the Godhead dwelling in Him bodily (Col. 1:19, 2:9). God the Holy Spirit is God’s Spirit (1 Cor. 2:11) who teaches us (John 14:26), guides us (Rom. 8:14), comforts us, and convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:7-11). We always have to check to see if we are receiving a false God, some other God but the true God. There are many different Jesus, told about in our world, but the true Jesus is the Christmas Jesus, the only Savior, The King, The Easter Jesus, that Jesus Christ, is the Only Begotten Son of God (1 John 4:9) was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14; Luke 1:35). He is the Word who was with God and was God in the beginning (John 1:1). He was made flesh to dwell among us (John 1:14) and is called Immanuel, which means “God with us” (Matt. 1:23). He lived a perfect, sinless life (1 Peter 2:22) and then became sin for us (2 Cor. 5:21), bearing our sins in His body on the cross; by His wounds we have been healed (1 Peter 2:24). This one act of righteousness completed by Jesus on the cross leads to justification and life for all who believe in Him (John 6:47; Rom. 5:18). He died for the sins of the world (1 Peter 3:18), was buried, rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures (1 Cor. 15:3-4), and lives forever as our interceder (1 Tim. 2:5) and Great High Priest (Heb. 4:14, 7:24-25). In this world that is tossed to and fro, by every wind of doctrine, ( Ephesians 4:14 ) by the philosophy, vain deceit and traditions of men, ( Colossians 2:8 ) as Christians, what are we to believe? That Jesus is the Lord, and He has no such thing as a Lordship Clergy. Jesus said in Matthew 4:4 “ Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.” It’s in God’s word that we find stability, assurance, and a firm foundation on which to base our beliefs. Eph. 2:15-21 The Bible is every word. Standing on His word will place anyone at odds with lordship better than you people. The Bible says in 1 Timothy 2:5 that there is only one Mediator between God and man, the man Christ Jesus. In order for him to be our Mediator, he had to become our High Priest, a Priest that knew what it felt like to suffer the temptations of the flesh and Satan, yet without sin. Because he can identify with us, he can represent us before God as our Advocate ( a lawyer or one who pleads the cause or case of another ) based upon the blood he shed at Calvary for the remission of our sins. The bible says we can come boldly unto the throne room of grace and find help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16 ) Jesus Christ came to this earth the first time, for one purpose, to save sinners, in the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy and the Fathers will. He died for our sins, was buried and rose again on the third day. The scriptures teach that he is the only way of salvation, for all of mankind. Without him there is no way to God. For- sure, this will at times put us in direct conflict with the teachings of unregenerate man. Hopefully, this study course will give the reader a foundation, pertaining to earthly things that involves our Christian way of life. Matthew 7:24-25 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock Vs.25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. When we have faith, it is to be what the Bible says faith is, FAITH (Defined) as the scriptures tell us it is, Hebrews 11:1 Romans 10:17, 12:3 Hebrews 12:1, 2 (to be exercised) Matthew 17:20 Romans 1:17 2 Corinthians 5:7 Galatians 3:11 Hebrews 10:38 11:6 James 1:2-3 (Tested) Matthew 8:23-26 Matthew 14:25-31 1 Peter 1:7, 8 1John 5:4 (Honored) Matthew 9:20-22, 27-30 15:28 Mark 5:28-31 9:23 11:20-24 Luke 17:11-19 18:35-43 Acts 14:8-10 Heb 11:6 James 5:15 *The second coming of Jesus Christ will be visible and in glory and power. VISIBLE we can see if who we are worshiping with is worshiping God and obeying what God says in the Bible. ACTS 1:11 Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into the heavens? This same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. REVELATIONS 1:7 Behold he cometh with the clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen. GLORY AND POWER Revelation 19:11, 12, 15, 16 And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name written that no man knew, but he himself. Out of his mouth goeth a sharp sword, that with it he should smite the nations: and he treadeth the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God. He hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Revelation 11:15 The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever. ( Other references: Isaiah 11, Jeremiah 23, Zechariah 14 ) Salvation is not based upon feelings but upon God's word. What does God say in the Bible about salvation? There will be days that you don't feel saved, there may be times that you do the wrong thing and feel that you are the worst sinner. There may be times that you feel God's presence and times that you don't. Jesus is the only way of Salvation John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Acts 4:12 Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved." Jesus Christ was the only one, to die for our sins Jesus Christ died, was buried and rose again on the 3rd. day. Jesus Christ fulfilled Old Testament Prophecy Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God Jesus Christ was sinless God's way of Salvation for humanity is through and by the Lord Jesus Christ and no one else. 1 John 5:11-14 And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. 12. He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. 13. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe in the name of the Son of God. * Notice that John says that these thing were written that we may know that we have eternal life. * God's word gives us assurance and confidence. If we don’t let someone change what God has said in the Bible, He will bring in us that understanding and promises of Romans 10:17.

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Money, and God’s answers in the Bible. From The Elder: Old Church of God of the New Covenant. The Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky 859 -274-2617 All heads of household, and money managers should read this in the scriptures, Stewardship Of what God gives us. And it will keep any of us from debt, and from those who are always taking from our households. Luke 12:42; 16:1-12; I Cor. 4:1-2; Mat. 25:14-30; 18:23-34; Rom. 14:11-12; I Pet. 4:10 and ***Money I am Tim. 6:10, 17; Luke 18:24; 16:11; Pro. 11:4; Psa. 37:16; 62:10 read it again on money*** Matthew 6:24, 1 Timothy 6:10, Proverbs 21:20, Matthew 22:15-22, Hebrews 13:5, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Proverbs 13:11, Proverbs 22:7, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Luke 12:33-34, 1 Timothy 5:8, Matthew 6:31-33, Luke 12:15 and Generosity 2 Corinthians 9:5-11, Acts 20:35, Luke 6:38, Proverbs 11:24-25, Luke 21:1-4, Matthew 6:21, Proverbs 19:17, 1 John 3:17, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Acts 2:45, Matthew 25:34-40 God tells us about Stewardship *** 1 Timothy 5:5-8. Psalm 24:1, Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Genesis 1:28, 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Colossians 3:23, Titus 1:7, Luke 12:42-46, 1 Timothy 6:7-8, 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 Greeded clergy are out to take from anyone they can. The question is who has the power to place God’s name on a loan at the bank? Let the person who did pay it back. The Bible tells us what Tithing Was under that old Covenant. Malachi 3:8-10, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Proverbs 3:9, Luke 6:38, Mark 12:41-44, Leviticus 27:30, Genesis 14:17-20, Deuteronomy 14:22-29, Matthew 23:23 and that it was only food for the Priesthood, and was not money. God placed a stop on His saved people Tithing under the All Christian, and all New Covenant, A false teacher will remind us How Many of us live by the world’s perspective on finances instead of God’s. This can be true but they say it to deceive us from what God tells us in the ScripturesWhen we apply an eternal perspective to our income and possessions, under the New Covenant of our day, God tells us this 1 Timothy 5:5-8, then we can truly be free from the pull of culture and materialism, and false clergy .Luke 12:13-21 and Romans 12:1-2 Jesus had spent most of Luke 11 teaching his disciples and the crowds and confronting the Pharisees on various teachings. This passage in Luke 12:13-21 records Jesus responding to someone in the crowd who was seeking advice from Him as a rabbi with authority. Jesus uses this event to teach this individual as well as His disciples about greed and possessions. In Romans 12:1-2 the Apostle Paul challenges us to present everything we are to God, to let Him change us so we can live in His plans. Consider these ideas as they relate to our commitment to Christ *** Read this, According to the Bible, God has called each of us to be faithful managers of all He entrusts to us. Don’t be a customer at the hands of the clergy. Many in our society have their lives and options severely limited and disrupted, because they are not following God’s financial principles for their lives. Relationships are enhanced or degraded based on how we handle money. This is particularly true of marriage relationships. The advance of God’s Kingdom is hindered through the misappropriation of His resources. Frequently, biblical financial management is not taught at home, school or church. Our society is reaping the results of this ignorance. Most people have not learned Scriptural truths about money at home, church, or in school. Others have, but have yet to apply them. As a result, many of us live by the world’s perspective on finances instead of God’s. We often do this without even realizing it. The temptation to covet what others have and desire what the world has to offer has a powerful pull on our lives. Tithing under the old covenant was just food for the Priest, ***The New Testament never once tells us to tithe. The only time the word "tithe" is used in the NT is in the context of food. People quote Mat 23:23 - but food is right there in that verse and people just ignore it. In fact every single instance of the word "tithe" in the Bible is related to FOOD. Money is not the tithe. Read this, Num 18:21 ‘I give to the Levites all the tithes as their inheritance in return for the work they do while serving….23 it shall be a statute forever, throughout your generations, that among the children of Israel they shall have no inheritance NOTE Today as New Testament believers WE ARE ALL PRIESTS (1 Pet 2:5 and 2:9 and Rev 1:6, 5:10 and 20:6) So our money is to be like He says 1 Timothy 5:5-8. Deut 14:22 "You shall truly tithe all the increase of your grain that the field produces year by year. NKJV (tithes were NOT the first 10% nor were they given weekly. ..they were set aside over the year and only given once) NOTE The tithe always specifically referred to produce of the fields only (NEVER the wages of people) NOTE This is the ONLY place where the people of Israel are commanded in the Law 'how and when' to tithe.... and 'what' is to be done with the tithe. There is NO scripture EVER given that suggests that tithes were required from Israelites that had other occupations other than land-owner farmers eg laborers, skilled craftsmen, weavers, designers, or carpenters (or being Jews – merchants, bankers, and lawyers or doctors) under the LAW. All the highly regarded rabbis of the past and present concur on this matter. In all the years of listening to teachings about tithing I have never been told that GOD commands me to EAT my tithe together with my family...Have you? ...How can this possibly be missed by so many supposedly knowledgeable bible teachers? Note that in verse 24-26 we are told that (if we are too far away from Jerusalem) we can convert our tithe to money but that we are then to buy 'sheep, cattle, wine or strong drink' and 'to eat and rejoice in the presence of the Lord your God'. Yes this is in your bible...God COMMANDS you to eat your tithe in a party to celebrate His blessing on your life and His goodness towards you. These scriptures are where GOD defines 'what must be done' with the tithe...and 'when' it must be done by the Israelites These scripture will blow the storehouse money tithing heresy as taught by most churches today right out of the water...which is why they are NEVER preached! NOTE You the giver are to EAT your tithe in celebration before God to thanks Him for his blessings When we read this God gives us His teachings, 1 Timothy 6:9-11 | 1 John 2:15-17 | Proverbs 21:5 God wants us to be: Diligent at earning a living in order to provide for ourselves and to give to others A joyful generous giver A wise saver Cautious to incur debt Careful with our spending God has called us to provide for ourselves, our families, and our future; however, we sometimes struggle to save money. When you hear this it is true ( No one can out give God) This is true, but where the devil gets in is The Preacher or church group is not God so we should think again, when we hear the words Tithe, or Given this way. Just read this. Proverbs 6:6-8 | 30:24-25 | 10:5 | 13:22 | 13:11 Saving reduces stress and anxiety about our money — it results in flexibility in life and greater freedom to provide for ourselves and our families, both now and in the future. When it comes to saving, the cultural messages we hear today tell us: If you have it, spend it, and if you don’t have it, spend it anyway. • It is impossible to save; I can’t cut back on any of my expenses. What is saving? Saving is setting aside money to use for future needs. Saving is not money we have lost or given up the use of; it is future spending! God calls believers to be wise stewards of money; part of being wise is saving money for future needs. It’s part of God’s good plan for our future! God has called us to provide for ourselves, our families, and our future; however, we sometimes struggle to save money because we don’t know the truth about saving, we don’t know how to save, or we lack the discipline to save. Here are two examples: 1. Unrealistic Expectations - We don’t really expect anything to go wrong, so we don’t think we need to save. 2. Most of us love to spend money! It’s hard for us to deny ourselves. We live in a consumer-driven culture where passion for spending far outweighs a desire to save. As a result, many of us have credit cards we can’t pay off, so we are unable to set aside money for future expenses at all. We all need to read this again, Because we are made in God’s image, we have the desire to give; however, many of us do not experience all God has for us in the adventure of giving. *** —2 Corinthians 8:1-4 and 9:6-7 | 1 Timothy 6:17-18 | Proverbs 3:5-10 Generous, joyful giving is a powerful practice which unleashes many blessings from God and offers us the peace of mind that we are obeying Him. It also provides us the opportunity and privilege of watching God work through us to build His Kingdom. Let’s see what the Bible has to say about giving. God has not told us we need the Preacher to do our giving for us, God calls believers to be wise stewards of money. Giving is a demonstration of our faith in our loving heavenly Father. When we give, we show that we are trusting Him to meet our needs for the future and to further God’s kingdom and work in the world. Because we are made in God’s image, we have the desire to give; however, many of us do not experience all God has for us in the adventure of giving. Perhaps we don’t fully understand what the Bible teaches about giving. Or we may have become so entangled by previous financial choices that giving is very difficult or seemingly impossible for us. When we let the Bible tell us what God says about Money and what we should do with it, this will happen for us. We need to understand biblical truths about money, loving the world, and being a wise steward of our resources. One of the keys to financial faithfulness is having a plan - live today with an eye toward the future. We will keep the devil out of our living, and not over give when slick seeks to take what God has given you and yours. 1 Timothy 6:9-11 | 1 John 2:15-17 | Proverbs 21:5 God wants us to be: Diligent at earning a living in order to provide for ourselves and to give to others A joyful generous giver A wise saver Cautious to incur debt Careful with our spending Financial passivity results in the inability to be good financial stewards. Following the world’s way of managing money can lead to greed, wasting God’s provision, and potentially a heavy load of debt. Many people do not have a spending plan and often find themselves in a cycle of having more days left in a month than they have money for. Without a plan many people become dependent on credit cards rather than on God. If we do not control our money, it will ultimately control us! We teach this, from God’s word, and live as it tells us, Proverbs 27:18 and 23-27 | Philippians 4:15-19 financial stewardship, we will see how to continue tracking expenses and we’ll be encouraged through Scripture to continue regularly using our Spending Plan. Proverbs is a great book of wisdom, and on the topic of financial faithfulness, the writer reveals solid principles of managing wealth and taking care of our possessions. In addition, the apostle Paul in Philippians shares with readers who it is that will meet our needs. We need to carefully plan our financial “house” and clearly know where we stand with our Spending Plan. This is a large part of how we become financially free, which results in peace of mind, both now and in the future. Now is a good time to begin carrying out healthy lifestyle habits in this very important area. God calls us to be wise stewards; however, without careful planning, our income, expenses, debt, savings, and giving can get out of balance. Many people have no idea where they stand with their money. This can lead to undesired surprises in the future with hardship and difficulties to follow. Remember that God has the answers to anything in our Human life, Read out loud together: Proverbs 27:18, 23-27 The Proverbs provide basic advice for wise living in practical daily work; in fact, Solomon wrote them to teach young people how to live wisely. As background, in the time Solomon lived, most people’s income came from farming or raising livestock. From the passage, think how the principles apply to us in our present world. 3. Looking at Proverbs 27:18. What do you observe as the “cause and effect” factors in this verse? In what ways do you think this verse speaks to us today? 4. Now look at 27:23-27. If you were a farmer or cattle rancher, what advice do you find here that would be valuable in providing for a family? List as many pieces of advice as you can as a group. 5. What would happen as a farmer/rancher, if you did not pay attention to or give proper care to your fields, animals and family? 6. What impact does this passage have on your attitudes and behavior? As you consider your current situation, what are practical ways you can apply the truths of this passage? Read aloud together: Philippians 4:15-19 Keep in mind that the Apostle Paul endured incredible hardships as seen in 2 Corinthians 11:23-28. (If you have time, read this out loud.) Paul went through imprisonments, repeated beatings, and was even left for dead after an attempted execution with stones. He almost died at sea, was severely threatened by his enemies, was exposed to the elements, spent sleepless nights, went hungry and thirsty, suffered exposure to cold and great emotional pressure from his concern for all the churches to which he ministered. So Paul is making a big statement in Philippians 4:19. 7. What is the main promise in this verse? Why do you think Paul was able to make this bold statement? Until next time The Elder.

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Hello. Dear brother:: in the Lord What day of the week did Jesus die? Wednesday? Thursday? Friday? From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St Owingsville Ky. cell- 859-274-2617 I am confused regarding Jesus' resurrection on Nisan 17. If Nisan 14 began at Thursday twilight and ended Friday twilight, men once could tell people anything, but today we have a way to see if someone is telling us what the Bible says I think that Good Friday is not the truth, as I have been taught. Answer from the Elder:: I love it when someone looks things up, to see the truth of the word. Men are always turning things of God into whatever makes them the boss over someone else. This looking it up takes the devil out of our lives. . Beginning at the day God called ***Nisan and on the 15 = Fri twilight to Sat twilight, then Sat Twilight to Sun twilight would be Nisan 16. Jesus was not in the tomb on Sunday the 16th. He had already risen. 17th was Resurrection Day. Sunday it was a sunday that God had said let there be light, we know this because he rested the seventh day, that was a sabbath, saturday sunday was the first day of the week as well. Could you explain so that I can understand? I continue to read with great interest your articles. In one relating to the Passover, you mention that Palm Sunday could have been the 10 Nisan. That may well be the case, but I wondered what your thoughts were on a Wednesday crucifixion. I believed that for many years - three days and three nights was the sign of Messiahship and there is no way you can get that time frame into Friday to Sunday. However, I can see also that there is a picture of man's creation on the sixth day (Genesis 1), but then the 'first' man's 'creation' also ending on a Friday with the death of Jesus Christ - a rest on the Sabbath - and then a new creation starting on the eighth day (also the first day, of course). This, of course, makes the traditional Good Friday/ a man made thing. Easter Sunday seems more reasonable when men are taken out of the placing rules over someone's salvation.. Thanks.It is a long time until Easter Sunday. From the Elder: *** Always remember this, The Bible will never tell us a lie. The year was 30 AD. The old Feast days or Holy days are very clear in the scriptures. The Seven Holy days are PASSOVER is what you are talking about. Read this (begins the liturgical year) Ex 12:1-4; Lev 23:5; Num 9:1-14; Dt 16:1-3, 4-7; Mt 26:17; Mk 14:12-26; Jn 2:13; 11:55; 1 Cor 5:7; Heb 11:28 Hebrew =PESACH -The Redemption of Israel Exodus 12:2 This month must be the first of all months for you. FULFILLMENT IN JESUS THE MESSIAH It was not for men to come up with some other day such as Good friday. *** This sacrifice prefigured Jesus’ blood sacrifice, His atonement for the sins of man, and the promise of the redemption of mankind in the new exodus out of sin and death and into the Promised Land of heaven. On the 14th of Nisan, 30 AD this was the last legitimate old covenant blood sacrifice. Read This Agin *** The night of the Passover became the next day of Nisan 15 and the last Old Covenant Feast of Unleavened Bread. This feast prefigured the first sacrificial Eucharistic meal Jesus celebrated with His disciples. We now call this first Eucharistic celebration the “Last Supper.” Later on Nisan 15 Jesus was arrested, tried and crucified in the morning; Mark 15:25. He became the bread broken for the sins of the world that gives eternal life ( John 6:48-56 ). Read acts 2 about the day of Pentecost. That always came 50 days after, Passover, *** Always falling on the first day of the week, our Sunday, this old covenant feast prefigured the crossing over to new life in the Resurrection of the Messiah, who became the firstfruits of the redeemed souls of man kind, on Resurrection Sunday (1 Cor 15:20-23). *** Three old covenant holy feast days played an important role in the Passion and Resurrection of Jesus the Messiah. The feasts of Passover, Firstfruits and Unleavened Bread fell within an eight day period: Passover (Ex 12:6; Lev 23:5; Num 9:1-2; 28:16), Unleavened Bread (Ex 23:14-14; 34:18-21; Deut 16:1-8; Lev 23:5-8; Num 28:17-25); and the Feast of Firstfruits (Lev 23:9-14). In the 1st Century AD, this entire 8-day period was known as both the Passover Feast and the Feast of Unleavened Bread: The day of Unleavened Bread came round, on which the Passover had to be sacrificed.. (Luke 22:7)(1). In St. John's Gospel, however, he only refers to the entire 8 days of feasts as "the Passover." The celebrations of these Old Covenant holy days were prescribed by the laws of the Sinai Covenant (Lev 23). According to the Law, the sacrifice of the animals in memorial of the first Passover in Egypt was to take place on the 14th of Nisan, and the eating of the sacrifice by the community in their homes, on the 15th of Nisan, the night of the full moon for that calendar month (all the dates of the feasts were calculated according to the lunar calendar). Remember this as you read, Palm Sunday, is the week before, and when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the donkey, was the 10th Nisan. I believe He had to present Himself to the people on this day to fulfill the types in the Passover feast of Exodus 12. They had to 'inspect' this lamb of God until the 14th of Nisan to see that He was spotless, so He presented Himself to the people of Jerusalem during this time. So I'm a Thursday crucifixion man! : ) It isn't something that I think is critical and if I am wrong, so be it! Nothing really rides on it! But a Thursday crucifixion seems to fit. I read a book called "How Close are we? " by Dave Hunt and it had a couple of good chapters about it that made sense to me. I do believe strongly in Christ fulfilling the types of the Old Testament and if Palm Sunday was the 10th then Thursday was the 14th. And we know according to Exodus 12 that it was on the 14th that the lambs had to be sacrificed for the Passover feast. So that was when Jesus had to die to fulfill the type. Not a day earlier and not a day later. Thursday allows for the 3 days and 3 nights in the grave before the resurrection to fulfill the sign of Jonah. It allows for the 'high Sabbath' of John 19:31 when there were two Sabbaths in a row (a 'high' Sabbath on the Friday and the normal Saturday Sabbath). I just had a look and I saw a brief transcript on Dave Hunt's website which talks about it a bit more if interested: When we read this we find that God always tells us and tells us again, in the scriptures, men will change things to place them in charge over what God is doing in the world. So read it for yourselves, The 10th of Nisan (also known as the month of Abib/Aviv) fell on a Sunday. It is the day we commemorate as Palm or Passion Sunday. John 12:1 established the countdown to the Passover sacrifice by identifying the day before Jesus rode into Jerusalem as 6 days before the Passover: Six days before the Passover, Jesus went to Bethany, where Lazarus was whom he had raised from the dead. In the ancient world when one counted a sequence, one counted from the day that started the sequence as #1-the ancients had no concept of a 0-place value(2). This is why it is said Jesus was in the tomb 3 days from Friday to Sunday as the ancients counted, but this would be only two days as we count today. Therefore, counting as the ancients counted, six days from Saturday, Nisan the 9th, would be Thursday, Nisan the 14th, which is the same day the Synoptic Gospels identify as the day of the Passover Sacrifice, and the day before Jesus was crucified. The day after the dinner at Bethany was the day Jesus rode into the city of Jerusalem; it was the 10th of Nisan. The 10th of Nisan is the day the male lambs or kids were chosen for the Passover sacrifice (Ex 12:3-6). This is the day Jesus of Nazareth, the Galilean rabbi and miracle worker, rode into the city of Jerusalem on the young colt of a donkey (see Matt 21:1-11; Mk 11:1-11; Lk 19:28-38; Jn 12:12-16; prophecy in Gen 49:11; Zech 9:9). Jesus came so it could be finished, *** the better Covenant was coming through Him that is why we keep the Communion, in rememberines, of Him, He came and fulfilled On the Sunday, which we celebrate as Palm or Passion Sunday, Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies of Genesis 49:10-12 and Zechariah 9:9: Rejoice heart and soul, daughter of Zion! Shout for joy, daughter of Jerusalem! Look, your king is approaching, he is vindicated and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey (Zech 9:9). Seeing this Galilean rabbi his followers claimed was the Davidic heir and the promised Messiah ride into the holy city on a donkey also recalled to the people the historical event when King David's son, Solomon, rode into Jerusalem on his coronation day (1 King 1:28-40). The combination of the fulfillment of Zechariah's Messianic prophecy and the other prophecies of Isaiah linking the Messiah to King David's line, coupled with the visual image which recalled Solomon's triumphal ride, encouraged the people to shout out just as their ancestors had hailed Solomon, "Hosanna! Blessed is he who is coming in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the coming kingdom of David our father! Hosannah in the highest heavens" (Mat 21:9)!, hailing Jesus as the promised Davidic Messiah. Jesus immediately. ..went into the Temple and drove out all those who were selling and buying there; he upset the tables of the money-changers and the seats of the dove-sellers (Mat 21:12). This is the second time Jesus cleansed the Jerusalem Temple; the first time was at the beginning of His ministry (Jn 2:13-17). His actions enraged the high priests. Dear follow serevent of the Lord, Read this for yourself just as it happens. John 13:1-22—After the meal, very late that night or very early that morning, Jesus and the Apostles left Jerusalem and crossed the Kidron Valley to the Mt. of Olives. There in a garden, a second sinless and immortal man, had a terrible decision to make. But unlike the first Adam, Jesus the new Adam yields His entire life in obedience to the will of God. *** At 9 AM (the 3rd hour) Jesus is crucified on the cross (Mk 15:25), just as the first lamb of the daily sacrifice is offered up on the sacrificial altar in the Temple, and the people attend the Feast of Unleavened Bread ceremonies at the Temple, bringing their Hagigah (peace) offerings. At the hour when the second lamb of the daily Tamid sacrifice is brought out to the altar, 12 noon, the sun goes dark (Matt 27:45; Mk 15:33; Lk 22:44). At the 9th hour, the hour of the sacrifice of the second daily Tamid lamb, Jesus gives up His life on the cross (Mark 15:33-34). So the three days and three nights mentioned for Jesus to be in the tomb (remembering that according to Jewish reckoning. a part day or night constituted a day/night) are: Days: Thursday (He died at 3pm before 'Friday' officially started at twilight), Friday, Saturday Nights: Friday, Saturday, Sunday. You are thinking correctly except that you are one day out to begin with. Nisan 14 doesn't start at Thursday twilight but Wed twilight. The last week as I understand it is as follows (Remembering that the Jewish days goes from sundown to sundown): 16th of Nisan, Saturday: The Jewish Sabbath. Jesus "rested" in the tomb as God "rested" on the 7th day of the first Creation. Immediately upon Jesus' spirit departing His body, Jesus descended to the abode of the dead, just as all who died. There He preached the Gospel of salvation to all who had waited to hear His message of salvation in the earlier generations (see 1 Pt 3:18-22; 4:6 and The Apostles' Creed). In leading these souls to heaven, Jesus stormed the gates of heaven, which were now opened for the first time to welcome the souls of men and women since the fall of Adam and Eve. Men have changed things so they can be the boss. The day of the 17th of Nisan, can, be taken away it is sunday, Sunday: The first day of the week, the day after the Sabbath of Passover week, is Resurrection Sunday (Matt 28:1; Mk 16:1-2; Lk 24:1; Jn 20:1). According to the Law of the Sinai Covenant, this was the day the covenant people celebrated the Feast of Firstfruits-a feast celebrated the day after the Sabbath of Passover week (Lev 23:9-14). The feast signaled the beginning of the harvest when the people in thanksgiving present the first fruits of the barley harvest to God at the Temple. God prescribed that this feast would always fall on a Sunday(12). The day we call Sunday was the first day of the week and the first day of Creation in Genesis (the Sabbath, Saturday, being the 7th day). The day of Jesus' Resurrection was the day of the New Creation when all of creation was renewed in the Resurrection of the Son of God-the King of Kings, and the great harvest of souls into heaven begins with Christ the first fruits of the great harvest: But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep (I Cor 15:20). Here is how it went and how it is. In what God calls sundown as the beginning of a day. Saturday Evening - begins Sunday, sunday Evening = Sunday, Nisan 10 (this is when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday) Sunday Evening - Monday Evening = Monday, Nisan 11 Monday Evening - Tuesday Evening = Tuesday, Nisan 12 Tuesday Evening - Wednesday Evening = Wednesday, Nisan 13 Wednesday Evening this is why we have the All Christian and all New Covenant washing of Feet on Wednesday evening in the week as we go up to the day of Easter, just as John 13:1-21 did. - Thursday Evening = Thursday, Nisan 14 (Passover, this is the day Jesus, along with the lambs, was killed) Thursday Evening - Friday Evening = Friday, Nisan 15 Friday Evening - Saturday Evening = Saturday, Nisan 16 Saturday Evening - Sunday Evening = Sunday, Nisan 17 (the day Jesus rose, early Sunday morning, the feast of firstfruits! ) Hope this helps, Until next time The Elder,

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Standing For God and Jesus Christ And standing with Them, Plus What happens when we die.. Questions From the Readers, Thank you for your request- we are here for you. Thank you for your emails and calls, 859-274-2617 1 Standing with God and what He says, brings us. 2 Corinthians 1:7 And it lets our hope for Him be firm, because we know that just as He shares in our sufferings, in this flesh, so also He shares in our comfort. 2. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 Question is what kind of weapon do you have? The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 3. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come! 4. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. 5. Acts 1:11 This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven. 6. Acts 10:43 Everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name. 7. Acts 16:31 Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved - you and your household. 8. all the days of our lives in the temple of the LORD. 9. Colossians 3:24 You will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. 10. Colossians 3:4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. 11. Daniel 9:9 The Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him. 12. Deuteronomy 10:21 He is your praise; he is your God, who performed for you those great and awesome wonders you saw with your own eyes. 13. Deuteronomy 20:4 For the Lord your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory. 14. Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. 15. Deuteronomy 31:8 The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. 16. Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. He will drive out your enemy before you, saying, ‘Destroy him! ’ Question # 3*** What does God say in the Bible about what Happens When We Die? . 1. Christians need to understand what happens at death. It will ground our faith, assure our hope, and prevent errors that undermine and destroy our eternal hope in Christ. 2. What is death? What happens to us when we die? Where do we go (and not go)? What do we learn about living by learning about death? I. HUMANS ARE DUAL BEINGS, Gen. 1:27; 2:7 (flesh and spirit). A. Flesh Decays after Death, Gen. 3:19; Eccl. 12:7; 2 Cor. 4:16. B. Immortal Spirit Continues to Exist, Eccl. 12:7; Luke 16:22-23. II. WHAT IS DEATH? A. Death is the Separation of the Spirit from the Body, James 2:26. (Death = Termination of life; Separation from life-source, Gen. 2:17) 1. Our spirit leaves the body at death, Luke 23:46; Acts 7:59-60. 2. Spirit animates the flesh, Gen. 2:7. B. Immortal Spirit Survives Physical Death, Matt. 10:28. III. WHERE DO WE GO WHEN WE DIE? A. the body to the grave, the soul back to God: Realm of Departed Spirits (Acts 2:27). 1. Our bodies do not go directly to heaven or hell when we die but our souls do. 2. Those who obey God are called the Righteous and they are comforted in Paradise, Luke 16:22, 25. -Phil. 1:23: Paradise is under the care and keeping of Christ (Eph. 1:21), who gives rest to those who die in Him (Rev. 14:13). 3. The Unrighteous, will go to or in flames of torments & anguish, Luke 16:23-24. B. Bodily Resurrection of the Dead, John 5:28-29. -When God speaks to the Grave Our bodies will give up, at the sound of His voice, the dead bodies at resurrection, and when He says so is when the (bodies raised incorruptible), 1 Cor. 15:50-55 (Rev. 20:13). (1 Cor. 15:35-44) C. Judgment before God, Heb. 9:27 (John 5:29). (Acts 17:31) 1. No altering the outcome after death, Luke 16:26. We all are given time, Someone can make the choice to hate Jesus, but it will end. 2. Vindication of God, His Son, His people (Rom. 14:10-11; 2 Thess. 1:5-10). Will come. IV. DEATH TEACHES US MANY LESSONS (Eccl. 7:2). A. Life is a Gift from God, Eccl. 5:18. -Spend it honoring and obeying God, Eccl. 12:13-14. B. Life is Brief and Uncertain, James 4:13-14. 1. Use our time wisely (Eph. 5:16). 2. Do good while you can, James 4:15-17. C. Obey the Gospel Without Delay, 2 Cor. 6:2; Heb. 3:7-8, 13. D. What We Live for Prepares Us to Die or Prevents Us from Being Ready to Die, Luke 12:13-21. 1. The materialist lives only for this life because he is unwilling to conceive of a spirit that survives physical death. 2. Christian looks beyond this life, 2 Cor. 4:16-18. 1. The worst death of all is the wages of sin Rom. 6:23; Rev. 20:14; 21:8. 2. Die to sin and live with God (now and eternally), Rom. 6:7-8. Until next time the Elder:

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When you say you love the post but hate the foolishness, that's good. From the Kidd family ministry 463 east high St, Owingsville Ky 859-274-2617 Note if you tell those who put the money up for Owingsville the topics they wll see to it that the foolishness stops. Money talks every time. The state or fact of being ignorant : will be on the earth. It Is the lack of knowledge, education, or awareness of how flourish one is to be. it is sometimes just hate, and it is God that the person hates. Remember that there is no other way but Jesus Christ. The word "Jesus" implies "Savior" and "Christ" means "anointed one." Therefore "Jesus Christ'' is God's ANOINTED SAVIOR. He is the virgin born Son of God (Isa. 7:14; Mat. 1:23) who was born into this world to be the sinless sacrifice for the sin of the world (John. 1:29; Rev. 13:8). His birth, life, ministry, and crucifixion were all pre-planned in the heart of God, and He was obedient unto death (Phi. 2:8). Jesus lived a sinless life and gave Himself as a payment for the sins of the world. He was resurrected for our justification (Rom. 4:25), and He is currently seated at the right hand of God as our high priest and mediator (Rom. 8:34; Heb. 3:1; 10:12; I Tim. 2:5). He will soon return to this earth to receive His saints unto Himself (John 14:1-3), and to take over the kingdoms of this present evil world (Rev. 11:15-17; 19:11-21). Until then, all who believe in Him may have eternal life and enter into the glories of Heaven. Also see Deity of Christ. God says He will take down the fool, and we are to stay out of it. He will Judge us all, Men may go on for a long time but God will have something to say. There are many different judgments in the scriptures, and only by rightly dividing the word of truth can anyone make the proper distinctions. We shall briefly cover four of them: The Judgment of Sin. Sin was judged at Calvary when Christ bore the sins of the world. God's judgment on sin was poured out on Christ at Calvary (Gal. 3:13; II Cor. 5:21; Col. 2:14). The White Throne Judgment. Sinners who reject Christ will die in their sins and go directly to Hell (Lk. 16:22-23). After the millennial reign of Christ, Death and Hell will be delivered up before the White Throne Judgment. Sinners will be judged according to their works. At this point they will realize that their works are unacceptable to God and they will be cast into the eternal lake of fire (Rev. 20:11- 15). There MAY also be some people at this judgment from the Tribulation and Millennium, but no Christians will be judged here ( We have a separate judgment.). In fact, Christians will be ASSISTING the Lord in this judgment (Dan. 7:10; I Cor. 6:2). The Judgment Seat of Christ. This judgment is mentioned by name in Romans 14:10 and in II Corinthians 5:10. It is a special judgment for Christians only, a judgment where we will be judged for our Christian service and rewarded. According to I Corinthians 3:11-15, some Christians will suffer great LOSS of rewards as well. The Judgment of Self. Paul tells us in I Corinthians 11:31 to judge ourselves so that we won't be judged. This involves CONFESSION and REPENTANCE. It is my Christian duty to confess my sins to the Lord and ask His forgiveness (I Jn. 1:9). As long as I do this, God doesn't have to judge me, because I've already confessed my sins and they are under the blood of Christ. However, if I choose to continue in sin, then God has to step in and judge me because I'm His child. When we bost Jesus as the Savior And the Lord, The Christmas Jesus as the only way of God on this Earth, God says the fool will reject you, make fun of Him, with no fear of Him that is why He will Have fire forever in His work with mankind. It does take sanctification, to stand against foolish people, our purpose should be to never let them stop us, sanctification is the act of being set apart from sin, that is our past sins are forgiven, and uncleanliness AND being set apart for God's service is because He has brought us back through His forgiveness and He wants us to know it, . My soul was sanctified the day I received Christ as my Savior (Acts 20:32; I Cor. 1:2; 6:11; Heb. 10:10, 14), but my flesh has to have forgiveness, as long as i am in the flesh, because God is saving the Body and Soul, but it is my personal responsibility to keep my BODY in subjection to God and live a sanctified life (Rom. 6:1-13; II Cor. 6:14-17). That is, since I AM on my way to becoming a saint (one who is sanctified completely at the end of human life, ), I need to live like one. Who God has forgiven, this is Sanctification, it isn't just a matter of not sinning (Those who God forgives leave this world Saved, so your local cemetery would be the most sanctified place, where a human's flash is, and has completed salvation, They're DEAD yes and it is not the end for them..) True sanctification is turning FROM sin and turning TO God (I Thes. 1:9). And where God forgives us, and we know it. God tells us that none of these foolish people will keep us from Hell if we follow after them. That is just because someone has taken up this approach, they will have to pay for it, and some of it is now, here on earth, The foolishness he is telling us about is this from someone, Dark thinking, foolish talk, rude uninstructed foolish Stupid unknowledgeable Analphabetic unculturedidiotic Dumb semi literate unsophisticated Moronic uncultivated imbecile lowbrow unskilled innumerate We may get by now with little troubles, if we don’t bring God’s anger on us, but for sure we will answer Him for it. When someone is making fun of hell, remember this is what God says about Hell. Hell is a literal burning place in the center of the earth. It is NOT the grave, as many cultists teach, for no one BURNS in the grave as they do in Hell (Luk. 16:23-24; Deut. 32:22; Mar. 9:43-48). Hell was originally prepared for the Devil and his angels (Mat. 25:41), but, since man chose to enter the domain of sin and death, Hell has become his place of torment as well. We read in Revelation 20:14 that Hell will eventually be cast into the "lake of fire." For those who are opposed to "hellfire preachers, " you may find it interesting to note that "hell fire" was first used by none other than the Lord Jesus Christ Himself (Mat. 5:22; Mar. 9:47). It isn't God's will that anyone should go to Hell (II Pet. 3:9), but He will certainly allow all who reject Christ to go there. When Someone is making fun of heaven, remember this, God says this, Heaven is a literal place beyond the northern regions of our universe (Psa. 48:2; 75:6-7; Isa. 14:13; Eze. 1:4-5). It is a pure and holy place which has never been touched by the curse of sin and death. It is the actual abode of God and all His mighty hosts (Mat. 6:9; 22:30; 26:53; John. 14:1-3; Rom. 8:34; Rev. 19:11-14). Revelation chapters 21 and 22 speak of the city New Jerusalem coming down from God OUT of Heaven. This will be the glorious home of all saints in eternity. It will be a place of happiness and peace, a place without tears, death, sorrow, crying, pain, or hunger (Rev. 7:16; 21:4). Heaven is the fulfillment of every human need, but one can only go there through the Blood of Jesus Christ. Paul tells us in Colossians 3:2 that this is where our affection should be today; we should be homesick for Heaven. As the song says, "This world is not my home, I'm just passing through! " God tells us this, A heresy is a departure from truth, a false doctrine propagated by false prophets and teachers (also known as "heretics"). II Peter 2:1 warns us about "damnable heresies." However, the presence of heresies should not surprise us, because I Corinthians 11:19 says, "For there must be heresies among you, that they which are approved may be manifest among you." That is, the light of God's truth shines even brighter among heresies. According to II Timothy 2:15, we are supposed to STUDY and RIGHTLY DIVIDE the word of truth in order to be "approved." God’s Teacher is Here, but the foolish think they are all that and then some, He is The Holy Ghost, He is also Deity, for He's the third member of the Holy Trinity (I Jn. 5:7). In Acts 5:3- 4 Peter accuses Ananias of lying to the Holy Ghost, and in doing so, he tells him that he had lied to GOD. The Holy Ghost is God. The Holy Ghost says in Acts 13:2 that He had CALLED Barnabas and Saul, which only God could do, and He does many other things that only God could do (John. 14:16, 26; 16:8-14; Job 33:4; Psalm. 104:30; I Cor. 6:11; Eph. 1:13, 4:30, etc.). The Holy Spirit is OMNIPRESENT (Psalm. 39:7-8), OMNISCIENT (I Cor. 2:10-11), and ETERNAL (Heb. 9:14). He inspired the scriptures ( II Pet. 1:21), and He gives life (John. 6:63; 3:6). The Holy Spirit is God, for only God could perform such tasks. When we are talking about Doctrine. A doctrine, it is simply a Bible truth, any Bible truth. Doctrine is the primary reason for the inspiration of the scriptures (II Tim. 3:16-17), and it should be the objective of any serious Bible study. A sincere Bible student will always ask, "What saith the scripture? " (Rom. 4:3) not "What does my church teach? " or "What is the standard interpretation? " According to the Apostle Paul, we need to give attendance to DOCTRINE (I Tim. 4:13), or we will end up with "doctrines of devils" (I Tim. 4:1). Also see Isaiah 8:20. When we are talking about the Inspiration of Scripture We are saying! When we speak of the Inspiration of Scripture, we are speaking of the fact that the Bible is like no other book in the world. Other writings convey the thoughts of men, but the Bible is a divine revelation from God. Men were instrumental in reducing the scriptures to print, but men did not author the scriptures. The Bible tells us the following in II Peter 1:20-21: "Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost." This is commonly called VERBAL INSPIRATION. II Timothy 3:16 tells us that ALL scripture is GIVEN by inspiration of God. That is, it was inspired by God the moment it was SPOKEN, and then the spoken word was reduced to writing by appointed scribes (II Sam. 8:17; 20:25; II Kings. 19:2; 22:3; I Chr, 24:6; Ezra. 7:6; Jer. 36:10, 12, 32; 37:15; Mat. 8:19; 15:1; 17:10; Luk. 5:30; Luk. 11:44; Acts 23:9). There are some very strong proofs for the inspiration of scripture. I've chosen to list five of them: The Bible is a UNIQUE Book. The Bible plainly CONDEMNS the human race! The Bible says that all have sinned, man at his best state is altogether vanity, we are condemned already, and that only Jesus Christ can save us. What man would write a Book like that? It was obviously written by Someone OTHER than a man. The Bible is also different in that it is an AUTHORITATIVE Book. The Author of the Bible generally says, "I'm right and everyone else is wrong'' (Isa. 8:20; Jn. 14:6). Man needs an absolute Final Authority, and the Bible professes to be the authority. No other Book is as authoritative as the Bible. The Bible is an INFALLIBLE Book. It contains no mistakes. What other ancient writing contains over 700, 000 words with no mistakes? It's a BLESSED Book. God USES the Bible. Millions have come to know Christ through the written word, and millions have found unmeasurable joy between its covers. Many great Christian works have been founded and used for many years with the Bible being the authority, and many Christians have found great comfort and peace in it's promises. God has BLESSED us through the Bible. Why would He do this if it wasn't His inspired word? The Bible is a PRESERVED Book. With all of the opposition that the Bible has faced over the centuries, why does it still exist? Why hasn't someone been successful in destroying it? There's only one answer: Psalm 12:6-7. Don’t worry about me, it is not me but you that the devil is after. Until next time the Elder. Your brother, and servant, in The lord

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Who is it that you are talking to? We are to test the Spirit. From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 east high St, owingsville ky. 859-274-2617 1 John 4:1 is very clear. If it is Not of God we should just say, I don”t believe you. God tells us this*** “This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God, but every spirit that does not acknowledge Jesus is not from God. This is the spirit of the antichrist, which you have heard is coming and even now is already in the world” (1 John 4:2-3). In Mark 16:17-18, Jesus said to the Apostles, "And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover." IF THE christmas Jesus as Luke says Luke 2:1-22 - Says it is, It will not be , The Christ That someone is turning you to, If you test the Spirit someone is telling you about, Then it is, God or Not God, That is why He tells us this. The first way to test the spirits is to pay attention to what someone says about Jesus. Typically, a fake or false doctrine, teacher, deceiver, is going to get their identification of who Jesus very, wrong. Some of the common misstatements about Jesus are usually concerning his divine nature, his purpose, or him being the only way back to the Father. When the Spirit of God is really speaking through a person, they will define Jesus correctly. In case you are not sure who Jesus is, let me tell you. Jesus is God incarnate, the savior, the lamb of God His very Son, The Lord, as we read John 1:1-4 which means he was God in the flesh and was fully God and fully man at the same time. He was in the beginning, eternally existing with God the Father and everything that was made by him and through him. He is the Word of God in human form. He is the Alpha and the Omega. He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. He is the one to whom every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess that He is Lord. He is the way, the truth and the life and the only way to be a father. His name stands alone from all the other names in heaven and earth and there is no other name whereby a man can be saved except by the name of Jesus. He is the one who stretched out his hands and died on the cross, shedding his blood to provide a way of salvation for you and me. He is the soon-coming king who conquered death, hell, and the grave and at the end He will be standing and will reign as Lord forever and ever. This is who Jesus is, and if anyone tells you anything else they are not speaking by the power of the Holy Spirit. That is a false spirit, and they would have failed the first test. Read this *** (1 Corinthians 12:3). Warring — Do not be deceived by the size of the crowds, that is not an indicator God is in a place, listen to what is being said. When God is present the gospel will go forth because that is one of the primary works of the Holy Spirit. That’s why you must listen carefully to what is being said and test it against the Scriptures. We are told this*** “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons. Such teachings come through hypocritical liars, whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron” (1 Timothy 4:1-2). Now we firmly believe that God can still work miracles and heal anyone He chooses, and we believe that the prayers of God's people can move Him to work miracles. When a psychologist can have you blubbering in unknown tongues within fifteen minutes, is that an outpouring of the Holy Ghost? You see, too many people have the idea that if something is highly abnormal or miraculous that it MUST be of God. The coming Antichrist will have a field day with such feeble minded people, because HE will work such "signs and lying wonders" that the entire world will follow after him (II Thes. 2:8-12; Rev. 13:13-14). don't allow yourself to be led astray by these wolves in sheep's clothing. If you've never received Jesus Christ as your Savior, we urge you to do so right now. Turn from your sins and trust Christ alone to save you. Isaiah 1:18 says, "Come now, let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool." All men are sinners and need to be cleansed from sin (Rom. 3:23), and that cleansing can only come through the precious Blood of the Lord Jesus Christ (Rev. 1:5; Col. 1:14). Consider Ephesians 2:8-9: "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast." Your only way to Heaven is through the finished work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Repent of your sins (Luke 13:3) and trust Jesus Christ alone. Claim His promises and trust Him to save you while there's still time. Romans 10:13 says, "Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." Romans 10:9 says, "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Why not turn to Him right now? Tomorrow could be too late. There are Facts in this life that we all have face*** For each one of us Is, You Are A Sinner The first fact that you need to realize in life is that you are a natural-born sinner, a natural transgressions against God: "For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God." Romans 3:23. "As it is written, there is none righteous, no, not one." Romans 3:10. "Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me." Psalm 51:5. Most people have the false idea that we all LEARN to be sinners as we grow older and are influenced by evil, but this isn't true. God's word declares that we are all sinners by nature. We are all transgressors against God. You Are Going To Die Death isn't a very popular subject, but it is certainly a very REAL subject. Sooner or later, your heart will beat for the last time, your loved ones will mourn over your passing, and your body will be laid to rest in a grave. It's a fact of life. People die, and, *** the Bible tells us WHY: "Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned." Romans 5:12. "For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans 6:23. Why do people die? People die because people are SINNERS. Do you remember the story of Adam and Eve in the garden of Eden? It wasn't until AFTER they had sinned that they were subject unto death. God told them in Genesis 2:17 that they would "die" when they ate of the forbidden fruit. Before man had sinned, he was ABOVE death, not subject unto it. Today, however, we are all sinners, because we have all inherited our sin nature from Adam. We must all die, just as Adam died (Genesis 5:5). You Will Be Judged God is the All-powerful Creator, the Supreme Commander of the Universe. He is in complete control of all people, places, and things, so no one should think it unreasonable that God intends to judge all men. We must all give account to our Maker. "For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil." Ecclesiastes 12:14. "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment." Hebrews 9:27. It may be a terrifying thought, but it is still the truth: YOU will stand before God and you will be judged by Him. Every sin that you have ever committed will be revealed--EVERY SECRET SIN! You may have managed to hide many things from your fellow man, but you have hid NOTHING from God. He knows all things, and He will hold you accountable. You WILL be judged. You Can't Save Yourself When God judges this world, millions upon millions of people are going to be absolutely SHOCKED to find out that NO ONE--ABSOLUTELY NO ONE--was able to earn their way into Heaven. People have the false idea that they'll be permitted to enter Heaven as long as they "do more good works than bad." The word of God tells us just the opposite: "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast." Ephesians 2:8-9. "But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness." Romans 4:5. "But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away." Isaiah 64:6. The "good works" that you do are only good in YOUR eyes. In God's sight, you are a hopeless sinner, and your works are totally unacceptable. If you are counting on your own righteousness to save you, then you are setting yourself up for a very big disappointment. "For they, being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God. For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone that believeth." Romans 10:3-4. The Bible clearly states that we are all cursed with sin, and that we are all totally incapable of earning our salvation by our own righteousness. Friend, unless your SINS are removed, God will NOT accept you. You are hopeless. Your Only Hope Is The Lord Jesus Christ When you are ready to accept the fact that you are a lost and dying sinner and that your "good works" are unacceptable to God, then you can begin to see your need for Jesus Christ. He came into this world to lay down His sinless life for YOU--to pay for your sins, because you couldn't. Jesus is your only hope for salvation. Only by receiving Him as your Savior can you enter the gates of Heaven. There is no other way. "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father but by me." John 14:6. "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved." Acts 4:12. The Lord Jesus Christ has come and PAID for your sins by shedding His own Blood on Calvary. By receiving Him as your Savior, you can be WASHED from all your sins in His precious Blood (Rev. 1:5; Col. 1:14; Acts 20:28; I Pet. 1:18-19). Notice these important words from Romans 5:8-9: "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more than, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him." Jesus PAID your way to Heaven for you! By receiving Him as your Savior, you will be receiving God's ONLY means of Salvation for you. Are you willing to forsake OUR righteousness and receive Jesus Christ as your Savior, your ONLY HOPE for Salvation? Romans 10:13 says, "Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." Romans 10:9 says, "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Are you willing to forsake your own righteousness, and ask Jesus Christ to save you? Why not pray right now and ask the Lord to come into your heart and cleanse you from all sin. He will save you just as He promised. That's a fact. Why not receive Him today? If, no Jesus, We should Just say no, I don’t believe you. Until next time The Elder.

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SUBSCRIBE HUMAN BIOLOGY Nervous system Cardiovascular system Respiratory system Digestive system Immune system Why are my farts wet, and how do I stop them? Medically reviewed by Saurabh Sethi, M.D., MPH — By Beth Sissons — Updated on April 17, 2023 Causes Children and babies Prevention Summary Watery flatulence, or wet farts, is when liquid passes out alongside air during a fart. This liquid could be mucus or watery stool Also known as wet farts, watery flatulence may be due to what a person has eaten or drunk. An underlying health condition may also be the cause of wet farts, for example, a digestive disorder. Read on to learn more about the different causes of watery flatulence and how to prevent it. What causes watery flatulence? A wet fart may pass mucus or watery stool. Flatulence, or farting, happens when gas from the intestines passes out through the rectum. Farting is a daily and normal function of the body. It may happen if bacteria in the gut are not able to digest food properly before it reaches the colon. Flatulence also happens when people swallow excess air. This can occur when someone chews gum, eats quickly, or drinks carbonated drinks. Watery flatulence is when a fart feels wet because mucus or some watery stool passes out alongside gas. There are a number of causes of watery flatulence. Wet farts may occur due to something a person has consumed. Other times, wet farts may be a symptom of an underlying health condition. Read on to discover the various causes of watery flatulence. Certain medications Some medicines may cause watery flatulence and loose stools. Medications that may increase flatulence and could lead to wet farts include: certain antibiotics cholestyramine (for high cholesterol) orlistat (Xenical) medicines that contain sorbitol As well as being an ingredient in some drugs, manufacturers also use sorbitol to sweeten sugar-free sweets. Sorbitol may increase flatulence. Lactose intolerance If a person has a lactose intolerance, eating dairy products may cause them to have watery flatulence. Lactase is the enzyme in the body that breaks down the lactose found in dairy products. People who are lactose intolerant do not produce enough lactase to digest lactose properly. Eating dairy products may cause a person with a lactose intolerance to have digestive issues and flatulence. Gluten intolerance People who have celiac disease or an intolerance to gluten may experience stomach discomfort after eating gluten. This may lead to watery flatulence. Other symptoms a person with a gluten intolerance may notice after eating gluten include: fatigue headache diarrhea or constipation numbness or tingling in the arms, legs, or fingers itchy skin rash joint pain Learn more about the signs of gluten intolerance. Irritable bowel syndrome and other digestive disorders Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects the digestive system. IBS may cause flatulence and mucus to pass out of the rectum. Other IBS symptoms include: bloating stomach pain and cramps fatigue nausea aching back lack of control over bowel movements urgent or frequent need to urinate diarrhea or constipation Learn how to cope with IBS. Other conditions affecting the gastrointestinal system may also cause watery flatulence. These conditions include inflammatory bowel disease and Crohn’s disease. Although rare, cancer of the rectum is another possible cause of watery flatulence. Pelvic surgery or treatment Pelvic surgery or treatment may lead to watery flatulence or accidental leakage from the bowels. This normally only affects a person while they are recovering from their treatment. Radiation therapy around the pelvic area is one form of treatment that may cause this symptom. Conditions that affect nerve function Certain health conditions that interfere with nerve function around the rectum may lead to watery flatulence. Impaired nerve function in this area of the body may reduce feeling and control over bowel movements. Conditions that may affect nerve function around the rectum include: diabetes multiple sclerosis stroke Infections Some infections can cause people to have loose stools or diarrhea. If someone has gas while they have diarrhea, it may come out as a watery fart.

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THE NEW BEGINNINGS THROUGH GOD’S WAY. So you are looking for a new beginning, anyone can have one, for that is what God is all about. Thank you for your email request, and for letting us use it as a post. From the Kidd FAMILY MINISTRY 463 EAST HIGH ST OWINGSVILLE KY, 1-859-274-2617 REMEMBER THIS, WHEN WE HAVE A FOOLISH RESPONSES TO ONE OF OUR POST, IT GIVES US JOY, BECAUSE WE KNOW SOMEONE IS IN HURTING, THEY HAD TO READ IT TO SAY WHAT THEY DID, SO WE WE KNOW TO LOVE THOSES WHO WILL NOT LOVE YOU BACK. so it is okay. They reading it they can” help themself, that is good. God’s way today is that new beginning through Jesus who is the Savior and the Christ. If you are hurting and want help, there is healing and hope, through the sharing of Jesus Christ to experience the unlimited ability He has to love all of us, regardless of where we have been. After lives have been changed through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our goal is for you to move into maturity through classes and other resources available. Once we have shared Christ and seen His changing power active in the lives of those that surround us, we go forth through the week, even on our jobs, schools and home, making a difference in our community. To spread the good news of Jesus Christ, equip believers to become leaders, and unite believers to serve our community by demonstrating compassion for our neighbors What God offers and is doing is this, john 3:16*** God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ (Acts 3:19-21; Rom 10:9-10; 1 Cor 6:9-11). Our job in this world is to see to it that every person must be afforded compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity (Mark 12:28-31; Luke 6:31). Hateful and harassing behavior or attitudes directed toward any individual are to be repudiated. To do what God wants us to do through Jesus, We must Have some Essentials to Our Faith must be what we stand on: Such as *** 1. God We all are to believe in the one, ever-living, eternal God: infinite in power, holy in nature, attributes, and purpose, and possessing absolute, indivisible deity. This one true God has revealed Himself as Father through his Son in redemption and as the Holy Spirit by emanation. 1 Corinthians 8:6; Ephesians 4:6; 2 Corinthians 5:19; Joel 2:28 2. See and understand that the Christmas Jesus is the Christ And The only Way, Plus He is the Only Savior. We are to live by the fact that Jesus Christ is the one true God, the Jehovah of the Old Testament, and that he took upon himself the form of man, and as the Son of man, was born of the Virgin Mary. His flesh was the lamb, or the sacrifice of God. He is the only mediator between God and man. If someone other than this Jesus, is your way out of this world, fire will be where you are going. 1 Timothy 3:16; 2 Corinthians 5:19; John 1:11; Colossians 2:9; Colossians 1:19; 1 Timothy 2:5 3. The Holy Spirit is He the third Person of The Godhead, And is the teacher, the helper, and proof that we belong to God, now men do get between humans and God”s way It is money, and power that is what the devil uses to drive them. Satan gets rewarded because he gets you. This is one of the reasons why God in the New Covenant Says what He does in 1 Timothy 5:5-8 He is having His save People take charge of their money, this stops the lordship of men. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of the one true God. It lives in every saved Christian from the moment he/she receives it. As ALL Christians AND aLL New Covenant, we seek to live under the control of the Holy Spirit. Because He is there from Heaven and it is up to us to call out for Him to come into our Lives. 2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13; John 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12; Ephesians 1:13; Matthew 3:11 4. The Bible we should see as the only truth and let God show us that it is the very truth as it is. The Bible is God's word to us. It was written by human writers, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without error. Men don’t get to change it into something else, so they can be the big dog 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1: 20-21; Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 30:5 5. Human Beings All People are made in the image of God, to be like Him in character. Holy living the Qudash a work of God so one can know one has been forgiven, Set aside Learn it this way—--- to consecrate, sanctify, prepare, dedicate, be hallowed, be holy, { warring please don’t let a man get between you and your Sanctification, MEN will so they don’t have to work, boss your money, do as they please, and have you refuse God’s Way, Because it Is God who Sanctifies the person, it is not some little rooster. To be sanctified, to be separate is the will of God, for us all but He is waiting for us to take what He has done in John 3: 15-17 and come to Him because He Gives free will that choice of Romans 10: 9-13. He gave a Choice in John 3:16 Here are some different languages to understand what He is telling Us. Here is what He is saying to us. (Qal) to be set apart, be consecrated to be hallowed consecrated, tabooed (Niphal) to show oneself sacred or majestic to be honored, be treated as sacred to be holy (Piel) to set apart as sacred, consecrate, dedicate to observe as holy, keep sacred to honor as sacred, hallow to consecrate (Paul) to be consecrated consecrated, dedicated (Hiphil) to set apart, devote, consecrate to regard or treat as sacred or hallow to consecrate (Hithpael) to keep oneself apart or separate to cause Himself to be hallowed (of God) to be observed as holy to consecrate oneself People are the supreme object of God's creation, we are Made, He breathes on us.. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience towards God He calls sin, sin, called "sin." In disobedience, This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life. This is why God calls for His people to keep the Clergy clean. Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1-2 6. Salvation The Savior is The savior, not the preacher. Know this, that we are saved by grace, through faith. The grace of God makes salvation available to us through the cross of Calvary, and it is a free gift. Before you can obey the gospel, you must first believe the gospel. Having saving faith is more than believing that Jesus died and rose again, because it saves us from our past sins in the garden, and opens us to John 3:16 so we can Be saved from our own sins. True faith will cause you to follow and obey the Lord. Full salvation involves repentance, baptism in water by immersion in the name of the Father, The Son, And The Holy Ghost. The Lord Jesus Christ, made this possible, for the remission of sins, that came through Adam, And for the Time when we Repent, Before He God gives sanctification, the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the initial sign of speaking with tongues, should we need to, as the Spirit gives utterance for we are to be under Him as our teacher.. Romans 10:10-16; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4; Acts 2:4; Acts 2:38 7. Grace Grace is the agent that brought salvation to us. Some have misinterpreted grace as a license to live as one pleases and still be saved. This is not the truth. Saving grace will grant you salvation while you are still lost, undone, and imperfect, because salvation is a free gift and not a result of works. However, saving grace refuses to let you continue to live a sinful life. God's grace gives us the power to be saved and stay saved. 1 Peter 1:3-5; John 1:17; Ephesians 2:8-9; 2 Peter 2:20-21; Hebrews 6:4-6 8. Eternity Is up to each of Us to where we go next. People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God because of sin, or eternally with God because of forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell, which involves casting sinners into the lake of fire. To be eternally in union with God is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence. John 3:16; John 14:17; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:17-18; Revelation 20:15; 1 Corinthians 2:7-9 We all should live our lives in a way that shows*** that in Christ everyone receives a new beginning and yours is just waiting for you At the Cross When we are in the church, as God says we Are We begin To change Our outlook on others, Because God Has A place We can come to, In Him through this Christmas Jesus God has mad The way for a New Beginning His - He has already Redeemed us all from the fall of Adam Giving us that Choice to run into His arms, ...place to come home to! Where the judging is left to God and the loving He leaves to us. This is what the breath of GOD WILL DO FOR YOU, HE ANSWERS THE QUESTION IN YOUR LIFE. Have you been ignored, neglected, or even rejected because of your past? Have you looked for a place where you could worship Jesus Christ in your own way just as Luke 2:1-22 says He Has Cover us, without the baggage of the past being held against you? Have you wondered if anyone would love you again? John 3:16 Says He Does, Romans 10 9-13 shows anyone how He wants us to Return, Whether you are a banker, broker, business person, or just bankrupt, God Has good news for you. New Beginnings, Is what God is About, Remember the Flood, A Restart, God invites you to become part of what weAll are to believe, And that is "...a place to come home to! God is already God, and He is working on the earth in you. God’ people are here for you*** God has always been Here For You, Look around. His People are here for you. Find a place to worship, If you are hurting and want help, there is healing and hope, through the sharing of Jesus Christ to experience the unlimited ability He has to love all of us, regardless of where we have been. Keep this in mind It is Jesus who make any of us More, *** More than what we are, More than Where we have Been, More than What we Have Had done to us, Take the self To Him to be More. After lives have been changed through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, It is the goal of God for you to move Each one of us all into maturity through Holy Living with the Holy Ghost as our Teacher, and other resources available such as our brothers, and sisters, . Saved people are under A Priesthood of All Believers. The New Testament points to the reality accomplished. In 1 Peter 2:5, it says to believers that “you also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” The passage goes on to say, “You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.”5 In Revelation it says, “To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by His blood and has made us a kingdom, priest to his God and Father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever.” Revelation echoes the reality prophesied in Exodus 19:6 “Thou hast made them a kingdom and priest to our God and they shall reign on earth.”7 Once we have shared Christ and seen His changing power active in the lives of those that surround us, we go forth through the week, even on our jobs, schools and home, making a difference in our community. Understand this with God’s people there is not hierarchy in a man, where the others who are better than you, police your salvation, Where God's people gather to worship you will see a variety of different kinds of music in order to capture all tastes, remember that God is God to us all. NO MATTER WHAT ONE MAY THINK OR SOMEONE MAY SAY AT THE CROSS WE ALL RECEIVED A NEW BEGINNING, AND AT THE FORGIVENESS OF GOD WE STILL DO. UNTIL NEXT TIME—- KIDD FAMILY MINISTRY 463 EAST HIGH ST OWINGSVILLE KY, 1-859-274- 2617—- run to GOD THROUGH JESUS FOR ALL YOUR ANSWERS.

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Many of us need God to breathe on us right now, in our lives, for our understanding, for our sickness, just to have what we need to get to another day. And for the next life. Thank you for your call, and thank you for letting us use your answers for this post. You can have ETERNAL LIFE in Christ TODAY. Today, you can become a "son of God" by RECEIVING Jesus Christ as your Savior (John 1:12). "Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." Romans 10:13. If you really mean business with God, then pray to Him, but Beware And don:t pray at Him, in your own words He wants to hear from You

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THE NEW BEGINNINGS THROUGH GOD’S WAY. God’s way today is that new beginning through Jesus who is the Savior and the Christ. If you are hurting and want help, there is healing and hope, through the sharing of Jesus Christ to experience the unlimited ability He has to love all of us, regardless of where we have been. After lives have been changed through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our goal is for you to move into maturity through classes and other resources available. Once we have shared Christ and seen His changing power active in the lives of those that surround us, we go forth through the week, even on our jobs, schools and home, making a difference in our community. To spread the good news of Jesus Christ, equip believers to become leaders, and unite believers to serve our community by demonstrating compassion for our neighbors What God offers and is doing is this, john 3:16*** God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ (Acts 3:19-21; Rom 10:9-10; 1 Cor 6:9-11). Our job in this world is to see to it that every person must be afforded compassion, love, kindness, respect, and dignity (Mark 12:28-31; Luke 6:31). Hateful and harassing behavior or attitudes directed toward any individual are to be repudiated. To do what God wants us to do through Jesus, We must Have some Essentials to Our Faith: 1. God We believe in the one, ever-living, eternal God: infinite in power, holy in nature, attributes, and purpose, and possessing absolute, indivisible deity. This one true God has revealed Himself as Father through his Son in redemption and as the Holy Spirit by emanation. 1 Corinthians 8:6; Ephesians 4:6; 2 Corinthians 5:19; Joel 2:28 2. Jesus Christ We believe that Jesus Christ is the one true God, the Jehovah of the Old Testament, and that he took upon himself the form of man, and as the Son of man, was born of the Virgin Mary. His flesh was the lamb, or the sacrifice of God. He is the only mediator between God and man. 1 Timothy 3:16; 2 Corinthians 5:19; John 1:11; Colossians 2:9; Colossians 1:19; 1 Timothy 2:5 3. The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of the one true God. It lives in every Christian from the moment he/she receives it. As Christians, we seek to live under the control of the Holy Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13; John 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12; Ephesians 1:13; Matthew 3:11 4. The Bible The Bible is God's word to us. It was written by human writers, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without error. 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1: 20-21; Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 30:5 5. Human Beings People are made in the image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God's creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience towards God called "sin." This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life. Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1-2 6. Salvation We believe that we are saved by grace, through faith. The grace of God makes salvation available to us through the cross of Calvary, and it is a free gift. Before you can obey the gospel, you must first believe the gospel. Having saving faith is more than believing that Jesus died and rose again. True faith will cause you to follow and obey the Lord. Full salvation involves repentance, baptism in water by immersion in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the initial sign of speaking with tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. Romans 10:10-16; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4; Acts 2:4; Acts 2:38 7. Grace Grace is the agent that brought salvation to us. Some have misinterpreted grace as a license to live as one pleases and still be saved. This is not the truth. Saving grace will grant you salvation while you are still lost, undone, and imperfect, because salvation is a free gift and not a result of works. However, saving grace refuses to let you continue to live a sinful life. God's grace gives us the power to be saved and stay saved. 1 Peter 1:3-5; John 1:17; Ephesians 2:8-9; 2 Peter 2:20-21; Hebrews 6:4-6 8. Eternity People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God because of sin, or eternally with God because of forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell, which involves casting sinners into the lake of fire. To be eternally in union with God is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence. John 3:16; John 14:17; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:17-18; Revelation 20:15; 1 Corinthians 2:7-9 We all should live our lives in a way that shows*** that in Christ everyone receives a new beginning and yours is just waiting for you At the Cross When we are in the church, as God says we Are We begin To change Our outlook on others, Because God Has A place We can come to, In Him through this Christmas Jesus God has mad The way for a New Beginning His - He has already Redeemed us all from the fall of Adam Giving us that Choice to run into His arms, ...place to come home to! Where the judging is left to God and the loving He leaves to us. This is what the breath of GOD WILL DO FOR YOU, HE ANSWERS THE QUESTION IN YOUR LIFE. Have you been ignored, neglected, or even rejected because of your past? Have you looked for a place where you could worship Jesus Christ in your own way just as Luke 2:1-22 says He Has Cover us, without the baggage of the past being held against you? Have you wondered if anyone would love you again? John 3:16 Says He Does, Romans 10 9-13 shows anyone how He wants us to Return, Whether you are a banker, broker, business person, or just bankrupt, God Has good news for you. New Beginnings, Is what God is About, Remember the Flood, A Restart, God invites you to become part of what weAll are to believe, And that is "...a place to come home to! God is already God, and He is working on the earth in you. God’ people are here for you*** God has always been Here For You, Look around. His People are here for you. Find a place to worship, If you are hurting and want help, there is healing and hope, through the sharing of Jesus Christ to experience the unlimited ability He has to love all of us, regardless of where we have been. Keep this in mind It is Jesus who make any of us More, *** More than what we are, More than Where we have Been, More than What we Have Had done to us, Take the self To Him to be More. After lives have been changed through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, It is the goal of God for you to move Each one of us all into maturity through Holy Living with the Holy Ghost as our Teacher, and other resources available such as our brothers, and sisters, . Saved people are under A Priesthood of All Believers. The New Testament points to the reality accomplished. In 1 Peter 2:5, it says to believers that “you also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” The passage goes on to say, “You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.”5 In Revelation it says, “To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by His blood and has made us a kingdom, priest to his God and Father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever.” Revelation echoes the reality prophesied in Exodus 19:6 “Thou hast made them a kingdom and priest to our God and they shall reign on earth.”7 Once we have shared Christ and seen His changing power active in the lives of those that surround us, we go forth through the week, even on our jobs, schools and home, making a difference in our community. Understand this with God’s people there is not hierarchy in a man, where the others who are better than you, police your salvation, Where God's people gather to worship you will see a variety of different kinds of music in order to capture all tastes, remember that God is God to us all. NO MATTER WHAT ONE MAY THINK OR SOMEONE MAY SAY AT THE CROSS WE ALL RECEIVED A NEW BEGINNING, AND AT THE FORGIVENESS OF GOD WE STILL DO. UNTIL NEXT TIME—- KIDD FAMILY MINISTRY 463 EAST HIGH ST OWINGSVILLE KY, 1-859-274- 2617—- run to GOD THROUGH JESUS FOR ALL YOUR ANSWERS.

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This will get a war started when you make that choice to live under the All Christian and all New Covenant Hebrews 8:1-13-Jer. 31:31 because it will be you making the choice to Have the Jesus of the bible as your savior. From the Kidd Family Ministry this time from the Elder. Thank you for letting us post your answers. Call us anytime, 859-274-2617 463 east High st Owingsville [email protected]. There is nothing like the Bible. It is unique in its origin, timespan, authorship, and teachings. It is the best-selling and most impactful book in history. It is unified in its message—the Bible claims to be the inspired word of God and says it offers the only path to salvation for all humankind. The Bible teaches that Christian salvation, brought about by faith in Jesus Christ, is deliverance from sin and sin's consequences of death and eternal separation from God. You owe it to yourself to investigate the Bible's claims and decide what God is telling you to believe to be true. The big roosters who claim to be more than God has given them will take people to hell with them. When an Elder calls out a wrong, it is because God has given them that Job, and they have to call out themselves first before calling out sin in the church and the world around them.. There is evidence of someone being born again if one does not see this that should change where they go to church. What will you see where the people are born again? 1 John says it most clearly - "HEREBY WE KNOW..." That one epistle specifically mentions three ways by which we KNOW we are His, and if we are going to a place where they are His:If we weren't His, we'd be doing our own thing, living for ourselves, probably not sensing the conviction of the Holy Spirit for our wrongdoing, and being selfish in our decisions - i.e., not obeying, not having that witness of the Spirit, not loving others. Always remember that it is Jesus who makes any of us more than what we are, or where, and what we will be. We are the one God says to teach our children, so begin teaching them this, from God's word. A - All have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. (Romans 3:23) B - Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. (Acts 16:31) C - Children obey your parents in the Lord; for this is right. (Ephesians 6:1) D - Depart from evil, and do good. (Psalm 34:14) E - Even a child is known by his doings. (Proverbs 20:12) F - Fear not; for I am with thee. (Isaiah 43:5) G - God is Love. (I John 4:8) H - Honor thy father and thy mother. (Exodus 20:12) I - If ye shall ask anything in my name, I will do it. (John 14:4) J - Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth and the life, no man cometh unto the father but by me. (John 14:6) K - Keep thy tongue from evil. (Psalm 34:13) L - Look unto me, and be ye saved. (Isaiah 45:22) M - My son, give me thine heart. (Proverbs 23:26) N - No man can serve two masters. (Matthew 6:34) O - O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good. (Psalm 118:1) P - Praise ye the Lord; for it is good to sing praises unto our God. (Psalm 147:1) Q - Quit you like men, be strong. (I Corinthians 16:13) R - Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. (Exodus 20:8) S - Seek ye the Lord while he may be found. (Isaiah 55:6) T - Thou God, seest me. (Genesis 16:13) U - Unto thee, O God do we give thanks. (Psalm 75:1) V - Verily, verily, I say unto you, whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it to you. (John 16:23) W -When I'm afraid, I will trust in thee. (Psalm 56:3) X - Exceeding great and precious promises are given unto us. (II Peter 1:4) Y -Ye are the light of the world. (Matthew 3:14) Z - Zion heard, and was glad. (Psalm 97:8) The value of wisdom & knowledge praised in Proverbs 2:1-9. Is to us all. And it is from God to anyone who John 3:16, and when a person does come to Him the lordship clergy cannot police them any more. God gives us a choice of where we should worship, and attend church services. 2. God says that "Fools hate knowledge" (Prov. 1:22). A pastor who has already broken God’s rules for the clergy will change God’s word to what they think is truth, but the Elders and the saved people are to call them out.. 3. "Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is." (Eph. 5:17) because God has His eyes on us all, and tells us to take charge, in His work on earth. I. THE TRUTH OF GOD ABSOLUTELY EXISTS, AND MEN HAVE TO FOLLOW WHAT HE HAS TOLD US ALL. . A. SO GOD IN THE SCRIPTURES TOLD US THIS< The BIBLE < It Is Absolutely Inspired Of God - Jno. 17:17 (1:1-3, 14; 14:6; 2 Tim. 3:16-17). B. It Is Absolutely Revealed By God - Eph. 3:3-5; Jude 3. C. It Is Absolutely Understandable By Man - Deut. 30:11-15 (Rom. 10:6-8); Eph. 5:17; Jno. 8:31-32. D. It Can & Must Be Absolutely Obeyed - 1 Pet. 1:22-23; Phil. 2:12; Matt. 7:21. II. ABSOLUTE TRUTH & THOSE WHO CONTEND FOR IT ARE OFTEN CRITICIZED, Jno. 15:18-21; Jude 3; 1 Cor. 4:12-13 (Lk. 6:26-28). A. As Intolerant - cf. Gal. 1:8-10 But we do want anyone to know. In everything we do, we want God to use our lives to help people come to know Jesus in salvation (John 17:3; Phil 3:8-9), grow in their love for Him as they follow His teachings (John 14:15, 21, 23) and serve Him as we go and care for the people in our lives and even around the world (Acts 1:8; Rom 12:9-13; 1 Pet 4:10). And, Because we believe that every word and every part of the Bible is God’s inerrant word, we believe that the Scripture carries an authority that is objective and absolute (2 Peter 1:20–21). Therefore, we seek to submit ourselves and everything we believe and do to its commands and principles, and to be careful not to go beyond what is written. Furthermore, we believe that God has given us everything we need for life and godliness, and so Scripture is sufficient for dealing with all matters of faith and practice; to all issues regarding the soul, morality, and ethics (2 Timothy 3:15–17; Hebrews 4:12; 1 Peter 2:3). We believe the biblical model of local church leadership is a plurality of qualified, gifted men who are pastors of God’s flock. Not only is this taught in Scripture, but it provides mutual accountability, collective wisdom, and a sharing of the joys and burdens of ministry among these elders while ensuring that the people of God are properly taught, protected, and shepherded (1 Peter 4:1–5). We believe that God reveals Himself in Scripture not only to be the Creator of all things, but absolutely sovereign over all things, providentially governing His universe toward His preordained ends (Psalm 119:19; Ephesians 1:11). His sovereignty not only rules over the broad scope of history, but over individuals, and especially over the salvation of sinners (Ephesians 1:3–12; Romans 8:28–30). 1. " We cannot disagree on any point of doctrine. We are to reach a hand of fellowship to all who God has forgiven wherever they are, we are all at different stages in our walk of life but all, forgiven and saved people have been given sanctification, and therefore we all have differing needs. Some need admonishment, others, encouragement, still others help of various kinds. But all people, including those of varying degrees of like-mindedness, and even those outside the fold of God, need patience and grace (1 Thessalonians 5:14–15). Regardless of how the world may change, our aim is to remain faithful to the truth of God’s unchanging Word, treating each individual—whether they belong to the family of faith or not—with dignity and respect, and endeavoring to care for him or her in a way that displays the love of Christ (Galatians 6:10). Talking about Covenants? All of God’s Covenants had a purpose : they were and are the agreements between mankind and God. Agreement; are a solemn obligation bound by the superior (God) upon the inferior (man), beware of men who rule as if there is no power over them.. 2 Cor. 3:12-15: The veil that shrouded the Jewish heart still hardens men against the fact that the OT is not in force. No clergy can start a new Holy day, of any kind Lordship clergy like to tie people to some day when they give up something, set aside a special day for this or that but God has through Jesus the ordinances only as what is for us today. The relationship of the OT & NT must not be ignored, but all old covenant laws, and Feast days are no longer in play for us today.. The new covenant walk with Jesus as the only Lord Will insure, completed salvation at the end of this human time on earth, : a. Proper use of OT, proper use of Scripture & a proper respect for Bible authority (2 Tim. 2:15; Matt. 28:18, 20) is the beginning of understanding what God has for us all. b. That our hope of salvation is based upon the proper covenant for our day, and time here now. Back to what God has already told us! I. GOD ANNOUNCED HE WOULD MAKE A NEW COVENANT, Jer. 31:31-34. A. New Covenant would be Distinct from the Old Covenant. 1. The days come (not then present), 31:31. 2. Not like Sinai, 31:32 (Heb. 8:6-9). 3. Nature of new covenant (better), 31:33-34. B. Christ’s Death Dedicated the New Covenant, Heb. 9:15-17. 1. He fulfilled the law (Matt. 5:17; Rom. 10:4). 2. He took away the first (Col. 2:14-15). 3. He established the second (Heb. 10:9). II. THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE COVENANTS. A. Old and New, Heb. 8:13 (Jer. 31:31). 1. Jeremiah's prophecy made the first covenant obsolete. 2. The first covenant was not designed to last forever. B. Moses and Jesus Christ, Jno. 1:17 (Gal. 3:19; Heb. 9:15). 1. We must hear the authority of Jesus today, not Moses, Matt. 17:3-5; Acts 3:22-23. 2. Your soul rests in the balance, Acts 3:23. C. Written on Stone and Written on Hearts, 2 Cor. 3:3; Heb. 8:10-11. 1. While some who lived under the old law put it in their hearts (Psa. 119:11), the nation of Israel hardened its heart & rebelled against it (God), Heb. 8:9; Zech. 7:12. 2. Under the new covenant, only those who take God’s law (gospel) into their hearts will be His people. (Heb. 8:10-11) D. Temporary and Permanent (remains), 2 Cor. 3:7-11. 1. Contrast here is between the glory of each covenant. a. Glory of the old was passing away, 3:7 (13). b. Glory of the new exceeds the old and remains, 3:8-11 (is the glory of Christ, 4:4). 2. Old covenant done away in Christ, 3:14. E. The High Priests of the Covenants, Heb. 7:23-28. 1. Priests serve men in things pertaining to God, Heb. 5:1. 2. The superiority of our High Priest is evidence that the new covenant is “better” (7:21-22). 3. Our high priest accomplishes what the OT priest never did. F. The Sacrifices of the Covenants, Heb. 9:25-10:18. 1. Man needs a sacrifice for his sins to satisfy the law of sin & death (i.e., when you sin, you die). 2. Old law didn't provide perfect forgiveness; New covenant does (remission, 10:18); cf. Heb. 8:7-8 (“faulty”); cf. Gal. 3:21-22. G. Shadow and Substance, Col. 2:16-17; Heb. 10:1. 1. Shadow is merely an outline of the true substance; not the substance. 2. cf. In its authority, duration, glory, priesthood & sacrifices – the old covenant shadowed what Christ would do (has now done). 3. Don't base your salvation on a shadow! 1. Both OT & NT are from God (2 Tim. 3:15-16). 2. But our salvation is through the new covenant of Christ, not the old covenant that has been done away! 3. Our hope is based on the new covenant; our authority is the new covenant. THE SCRIPTURES AS THE VERY TRUTH. The Bible is the only guide for a truly saved person. When God is the forgiver of our sins we seek to please Him, if it was not God through Jesus as our savior, that person is all over the place trying to serve and live the Holness life, that Qudash living cannot be a part of their life. When a person is under the false preachers they will believe the Bible is obsolete or secondary for defining & directing how we live every day, But God says this to them, 2 Tim. 4:2-5: a. The lost sheep is what the NT Christians are called and they are minimized when they follow after a Lordship clergy, ridiculed & rejected is what God says will happen to them, (2 Cor. 6:17). b. Bold, definitive preaching questioned, opposed, but not refusing them is our job. C. God tells us this, “My people love to have it so” (Jer. 5:31). 4. Yet, inspired scripture, the Bible, continues to be sufficient to meet every need we have as God’s people, 2 Tim. 3:16-17. (Synonyms: Adequate, enough, satisfactory, competent, capable) God’s true people see Him and His word as the Very truth in doctrine, and that His word the scriptures are His creed for the salvation living on this earth. I. Those who are forgiven and God did that for them see THAT, THE BIBLE IS SUFFICIENT IN ITS ORIGIN. They read it and know it to be so. It’s from God, From God, 2 Tim. 3:16 (God-breathed); 2 Pet. 1:20-21. B. Verbally & Completely Inspired, 1 Cor. 2:10-13. 1. OT: 2 Sam. 23:2; Jer. 36:2, 4. 2. NT: 1 Cor. 14:37 (Rev. 1:11; 2:1; et al.). 3. We must have superior regard for what the Bible says because it is GOD’S WORD, not man’s word. II. The saved person has the Holy spirit to help them so they see, That THE BIBLE IS SUFFICIENT IN AUTHORITY. A. The Bible is a Conduct-Regulating Collection of Writings, 2 Tim. 3:16. 1. That Means to us that we must respect (hear & follow) the voice of Holy Scriptures, 1 Pet. 4:11 (Lk. 10:16; Jno. 13:20; Heb. 1:2). a. Not the voice of human wisdom, 1 Cor. 1:21; Col. 2:8, 20-23. b. That which is falsely called “knowledge, ” 1 Tim. 6:20-21. 2. Means we do not go beyond what is written, 1 Cor. 4:6 (2 Jno. 9). a. We are content with what the Bible says & do not presume that God’s silence means God’s approval (Heb. 7:14). B. To Live Under Christ’s Authority we must Put His Word into Our Hearts, Col. 3:16-17 (Eph. 3:17). Anyone can live like this! Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you (Matthew 7:7, Luke 11:9). Be kind and compassionate to one another (Ephesians 4:32). Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you (Psalm 55:22). Do not be anxious about anything (Philippians 4:6). Every good and perfect gift is from above (James 1:17). For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith (Ephesians 2:8). God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). He alone is my rock and my salvation (Psalm 62:2). I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and for ever (Hebrews 13:8). Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us (Psalm 100:3). Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. (Deuteronomy 6:5). My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him (Psalm 62:1). Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see (Hebrews 11:1). O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you (Psalm 63:1). Praise the LORD, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name (Psalm 103:1). A quiet spirit is of great worth in God’s sight. (1 Peter 3:4). Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4). Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne (Revelation 7:10). Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5). Under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield (Psalm 91:4). Very truly I tell you, the one who believes has eternal life (John 6:47). We are more than conquerors through him who loved us (Romans 8:37). May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ (Galatians 6:14). You are the light of the world (Matthew 5:14). Zion hears and rejoices (Psalm 97:8). III. THE BIBLE IS SUFFICIENT IN ITS FINALITY -. 2 Tim. 3:17. A. The Bible is Complete, & has been Completely Given (Jno. 16:12-15). 1. Once for all delivered, Jude 3 (Heb. 9:28). 2. Alteration brings condemnation, Gal. 1:6-10. 3. Saves, incorruptible, lives & abides forever, 1 Pet. 1:22-25. 4. Adequate standard for judgment & for life, Jno. 12:48-50. B. No Extra-Biblical Source is Necessary; Every Extra-Biblical Source is Superfluous, Vain & not a Standard of Authority, Gal. 1:8-9. 1. The Bible is decisive, conclusive, definitive, certain, sure & irrevocable, Eph. 3:3-4. 2. To turn away from the Bible is to turn to broken cisterns, Jer. 2:13; 17:12-13. IV. THE BIBLE IS SUFFICIENT IN THE ANSWERS IT GIVES, 2 Tim. 3:17 (1 Pet. 3:15; cf. Isa. 8:19-22). A. It Meets all our Spiritual Needs, 2 Pet. 1:3-4 (grow in grace & knowledge, 3:14-18): 1. Evidences for faith (Rom. 10:17): a. Origins, Gen. 1:1ff. (Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going? ) b. Jesus: The Son of God, Jno. 20:30-31 (Lk. 1:1-4). 2. Sin & salvation is what God is about. 3. Unity of believers (the church), Jno. 17:20-21; Eph. 4:4-6. 4. Worship, Jno. 4:23-24. 5. Spiritual maturity, Heb. 5:12-14 (2 Pet. 1:5-11). 6. Moral living, Titus 2:11-12 (Rom. 12:2; 1 Jno. 2:15-17). 7. The home, Eph. 5:22-6:4. 8. The local church, 1 Cor. 14:26, 33. 1. We must maintain the distinctive plea: “Give me the Bible! ” 2. We must learn it, live it & lean on it, Prov. 3:5-6; Psa. 119:105. 3. The road of compromise with sin & error leads to spiritual disaster. Mk. 8:36-38 (Rom. 1:16-17). The truly saved person will believe the scriptures, and know that they are the truth. 1. 2 Tim. 3:16-17 – NT affirms all scripture is “God-breathed”. a. The Bible is not the product of man – 2 Pet. 1:21. b. 2. How we view the inspiration of the Bible will have practical effects upon our faith: Faith, life and eternity – Rom. 10:17; Matt. 4:4; 2 Tim. 3:16-17. 3. Some present doctrines among us are undermining respect for the inspiration of the Bible. I. THE CLAIM OF INSPIRATION - 2 Tim. 3:16. A. Apostles Words and Writings – 1 Ths. 2:13; 1 Cor. 14:37. 1. “Thus says the Lord” or equivalent – Over 2, 000 times in OT. 2. cf. Jer. 10:1-2; Ezek. 1:3; 1 Cor. 14:37 – Word, commandments B. Received By Revelation – Gal. 1:12; Eph. 3:3-5 (1 Cor. 2:10). II. THE NATURE OF INSPIRATION. A. Divine – 2 Tim. 3:16; 1 Cor. 2:11-12. 1. 2 Pet. 1:20: “does not come ‘of private interpretation’; 2. 1 Pet. 1:10-12 (Instrumentality of man) - Prophets tried to understand their prophecies, but didn’t! B. Verbal – Matt. 10:19-20; 1 Cor. 2:13. 1. God directed men to speak His will using words – Deut. 18:15-18. 2. Not merely concepts or ideas, leaving man to use his own insight, skill, and experiences to communicate God’s word and will – cf. 2 Pet. 3:15 (1:21). 3. God’s word - 2 Sam. 23:2 (Mk. 12:36); Jer. 1:9, 11. (God, thru Holy Spirit, directed choice of subject and words). {Zech. 7:12: Lord…His Spirit…prophets…law and words…Israel} C. Plenary (Full, complete, extending to every part): All Scripture is Fully Inspired by God. 1. Jno. 10:35 – Cannot be broken (lose its integrity, undone, deprived of its binding authority). 2. 1 Pet. 1:22-25 – Word of God, an incorruptible seed, abides forever. 3. Psa. 119:128 - God's word is right concerning all things. 4. Psa. 119:160, 138 – Sum of God’s word is truth and very faithful. 5. Matt. 5:18 – Down to the smallest letter (jot, “Yod”) and stroke (tittle). III. FALSE DOCTRINE UNDERMINES FAITH IN THE INSPIRATION OF THE BIBLE – Rom. 3:4 (2 Tim. 3:16; 1 Cor. 14:37). A. Days of Creation in Genesis 1. 1. False doctrine: “Days” = “ages” in Genesis 1. a. Attempt to fit the Bible into current scientific theory about origins the earth could be (15-20 billion years old, God only told us who we are in Him, and what we are to be, as the made ). b. Should be the other way around! – Psa. 33:6, 9 (Rom. 3:4) 2. The Bible says: this about what He did, and how we came to be. a. Evening and morning – Gen. 1:5, 8, 13…. b. Jewish work week corresponds to creation week – Exo. 20:9-11. B. Flood: Local or Global? 1. Gen. 6:13 (all flesh); 7:11 (all fountains and windows); 7:17-21 (all high hills under the whole heaven were covered)…Lk. 17:27 (destroyed all). 2. John Clayton; Hugh Ross said: “I kind of read through the text and it seemed obvious to me that it had to be a local flood, not a global flood, and I was shocked to discover that there are all these Christians, and even Christian scholars, that held to a global flood. And I wanted to figure out, you know, how did this happen? You know, how did people get off track like this? ” (1990). (RandR, 8/98, cited by Bert Thompson) C. Miracles of Bible: 1. Sodom and Gomorrah (Gen. 19; Lk. 17:29-32)? 2. Jonah and great fish? – Jonah 1:17; Matt. 12:39-40. 3. What’s next? Resurrection of Jesus? ! 1. Divine inspiration secures the Bible’s authenticity, credibility and reliability (2 Tim. 3:16-17). 2. We must build and maintain trust in the verbally-inspired word of God! It has… a. Power to save – Heb. 4:12; Rom. 1:16. b. Power to protect – Eph. 6:17. c. Power to defeat error – Jude 3 (Acts 6:10). d. Power to give life – Matt. 4:4; Jno. 12:50. 3. Resist every infringement on the inspiration of the Bible! Answer to Question # 5–***God gives us all a choice! Anyone can tell if they need to change where they attend Church or have Church. Anyone can have Church anywhere *** MATT. 18:20 so be sure of these things before you change where You worship. Are you hearing the Gospel preached? Is it all about Him? the Preacher? Is it always about money? Are you just having anger troubles? Is it always about that next fundraiser? Is it always about How great you are? Is there a false teacher teaching? Are they following the Rules God gave for the clergy to keep it clean? If any one of these are true you should go Home or to the lake, with your family and have worship there, it will be more honorable in the eyes of God for you and yours. 1. There have always been a variety of great expectations, placed on the true clergy, and demands put upon the people of God to keep their place of worship clean and truly following what God says. A truly God called Preacher was called like this as the scriptures tell us Jer. 3:15-16- Rom. 10:13-16 so that person will be a gospel preacher. some right and some wrong in their thinking because they are still just a human like you, This is all humans, and why we all need a savior, and we all need to understand that God is changing this in us, Isa. 30:10; Jer. 5:31; Matt. 15:12; 2 Tim. 4:3; Acts 20:27; 1 Cor. 2:2. 2. The goal of gospel preaching is the conviction and conversion of souls, John 16:8; 2 Tim. 4:2. So we are to Preach Jesus as the savior and not ourselves, 3. God has Preaching so each person can make a free will choice, this is God’s work and what God is doing, (Eph. 4:11-12); A service (2 Tim. 4:5). We must not cheapen, distort, disable, and invalidate the work of preaching by turning it into the work and wisdom of man. Beware of the little rooster who knows more than God. I. BEWARE OF ANY PREACHER WHO HAS STAY TO LONG AT ONE PLACE, mEN WILL USE THAT PREACHER THROUGH MONEY TO THE CHURCH TO MANIPULATING POINT WHERE GOD IS NOT THERE AT ALL ANYMORE. A. pREACHING SHOULD NOT BE A Soapbox to Promote a Personal Agenda, Phil. 1:15-16. 1. Not for promoting and commending ONESelf. Such use of the PREACHER is not commended by the Lord, 2 Cor. 10:12, 17-18. 2. Hidden agendas obscure the glory of the cross, Gal. 6:12-15. B. GOD’S WORD PREACH DOES Entertain the Audience, 1 Cor. 2:1-5 (. Acts 8:9-11). 1. I don’t know any preachers who say they must entertain to be heard, or churches saying they want an entertaining preacher, BUT gOD HAS JOY IN hIS PEOPLE WHEN THEY WORSHIP.. 2. But “actions speak louder than words” when the emphasis is on keeping attention through amusement rather than attention to the word of God, 2 Tim. 4:3-4. C. Warning to a person who does not understand worship of God it is not a party, but it does bring to the Human Wisdom ( it will cause opinions, because God is God to each one of us. ), 1 Cor. 1:26-29; 2:1, 4; Col. 2:8, 18. Faith will increase Rom. 10 17*** 1. Some preachers “propose, suggest, offer options, but the truly called preacher will say this is just my theorized answer to this or that, ” Yes we should always be boldly preaching absolute truth, Eph. 6:19. Called Preachers will always tell you that 2. Presenting controversial issues without Bible answers (solutions) causes doubt. Preach Bible answers, not Bible doubts, 1 Tim. 1:4. So as an Elder when asked I tell them this, (Don’t take your doubts into the pulpit.) 3. When this kind of preaching is accepted, then gradually.. . a. Absolute truth becomes relative (morals, doctrines). b. Sin is minimized, becoming “differing, yet honest opinions.” c. Worldliness invades our thinking and churches. d. Fellowship with sin and error grows ever broader. e. Distinctive message/meaning of gospel is lost, 1 Pet. 2:9-10. D. Even when an Elder calls someone out, for this or that, it is what God calls us to do but be assured we are not at war with One Another, 3 John 9-10 as called preachers.. And Elder has a job to do, so we teach as stand with all Preacher, that is we support the truth, so any called Elder will help any church people and no-church people, but to the Preacher, we says this, The Elders are call to 😀 1. We are always looking to Document and address every subject that affects truth and righteous living, including identifying those who teach error (Matt. 16:6; 2 Tim. 2:16-18; 4:10, 14-15; 3 John 9; Rom. 16:17). 2. We, Do not preach attacks upon a man; Preach attacks on error and preach the “purity and simplicity that is in Christ” (2 Cor. 11:3). 3. Every issue is most effectively resolved from the teaching of the scriptures, Acts 20:20 (Matt. 18:15); cf. 2 Tim. 2:24-26. E. God has no such thing as a person who can abuse someone, He has no such thing as A Bully to Intimidate, Manipulate, and Silence Critics. 1. Reason from the Scriptures, Acts 19:8-10; 26:25. 2. The Elders are to call out themselves first, and when they call out sin it is Not false accusations (preeminence), 3 John 9-10. 3. They do not Speak evil of things they do not understand, 2 Pet. 2:12. II. God is the police over a person's salvation, : This is the only way to bring, A Divine Charge, 2 Tim. 4:1-2 (1 Cor. 9:16). 1. Called pastors Preach the entire word of God, Neh. 8:8; Acts 20:20, 25-27. 2. Make scriptural and practical applications, give encouragement, warnings, and rebukes, 2 Tim. 4:2 (3:16-17). All of it with the love that God gives. B. The Elders have, A Sober Responsibility (James 3:1) 2 Tim. 2:25-26; 4:5. 1. Motivated by love of God, for truth and for souls, Phil. 1:15, 17. 2. Seize opportunities to serve and to save, 1 Tim. 4:16; 2 Tim. 4:5. C. A Perpetual Work, 2 Tim. 4:5; 2:2. 1. Repetition: Continue to preach the (same) truth without fear, favor, or faltering, Phil. 3:1 (2 Pet. 1:12-15). 2. Train and encourage young (and older) men to teach and preach (Matt. 28:20), 2 Tim. 2:2. 3. By churches sending and supporting gospel preachers, Rom. 10:13-15; Acts 13:2-3. 1. The pulpit is a blessing, to them anywhere, and everywhere, but tell false men that it is a curse when misused, Gal. 1:6-9. 2. Elders will always Preach to us “right things” (Isa. 30:10). Until next time the Elder Simon Kidd Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High St. Owingsville Ky. 859-274-2617 call anytime.

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SALVATION Is not to be police by man. The clergy do not have power over who God forgives, or who God lets have sanctification. As anyone John 3:16 they will learn that the devil is where the fight is, and sometimes that is a false teacher, or preacher. From the Kidd family Ministry 463 east High st Owingsville Ky. I. DEVIL WANTS LIES WHERE THERE SHOULD BE TRUTH, John 8:44. A. The Truth of God’s Word, John 8:45-47 (8:37-38, 31-32). B. The Truth of Honest Speech, Eph. 4:25. -Gird your loins with truth- (Eph. 6:14) II. DEVIL WANTS DARKNESS WHERE THERE SHOULD BE LIGHT, 2 Cor. 4:3-4. A. Light has Come, Exposing Evil, John 3:19-21. -Gospel light of the knowledge of God’s glory in Christ, 2 Cor. 4:6. B. Christians are Children of Light, Eph. 5:8. Walk as children of light. -Shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace- (Eph. 6:15) III. DEVIL WANTS A PLACE TO STAND WHERE NONE SHOULD BE GIVEN, Eph. 4:27 (Don’t give Satan an opportunity, a foothold, an occasion to act.) A. Give No Place for Sin, Eph. 4:25-26 (2 Cor. 2:11). -Satan wants to sift us like wheat, Luke 22:31-34. B. Stand in the Faith, 1 Cor. 16:13; Col. 2:6-7. -Shield of faith- (Eph. 6:16) IV. DEVIL WANTS CONFUSION WHERE THERE SHOULD BE ORDER, 1 Cor. 14:33. (Instability, a state of disorder, disturbance, chaos) A. Heavenly Wisdom Reflects Good Conduct in Meekness, James 3:13. B. Self-Seeking: Bitter Envy, Boasting, Lying … Confusion of Evil, James 3:14-16. -Breastplate of righteousness- (Eph. 6:14) Integrity, virtue, purity of life, rightness, correctness of thinking, feeling and acting V. DEVIL WANTS PEACE WHERE THERE SHOULD BE WAR, Jer. 6:14. A. War Against the World, Sin and Error, 2 Cor. 10:3-5. B. The Separating Power of Truth and Godly Living, Matt. 10:34 (Luke 12:51). -Whole armor of God, to stand- (Eph. 6:13) VI. DEVIL WANTS WAR WHERE THERE SHOULD BE PEACE, James 4:1. A. Conflict and Strife Among Brethren, Gen. 13:8; Rom. 12:16-18, 19-21. -Praying always…watchful…all perseverance- (Eph. 6:18) VII. DEVIL WANTS SENSELESSNESS TO ABOUND WHERE PEOPLE SHOULD COME TO THEIR SENSES, 2 Tim. 2:24-26. A. The Correction of Truth Calms the Spirit and Restores Sober Thinking and Watchful Living, Eph. 5:15. -Helmet of salvation- (Eph. 6:17) VIII. DEVIL WANTS TOLERANCE TOWARD SIN WHERE THERE MUST BE RESISTANCE, James 4:7; 1 Pet. 5:9. A. Humility Cures Worldliness, James 4:6-10. B. Devil is Resisted “in the faith, ” Not in the Opinions of Men, Jude 3; Gal. 2:4-5. -Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might- (Eph. 6:10) 1. Christians are in a battle against the devil. Our enemy is cunning, crafty, deceptive and powerful (Eph. 6:11-12; 2:2). 2. The Devil wants our surrender when Christians should take a stand, Eph. 6:11, 13. -Sword of the Spirit- (Eph. 6:17) 3. Victory is assured in Jesus (1 John 3:8; Rev. 12:9-11). I. COMMIT YOUR SOUL TO GOD, 1 Pet. 4:19. This is His wll and what the bible is for. A. By Becoming a Christian, Acts 3:19. 1. Total surrender and complete rearranging of your life, cf. 1 Cor. 6:9-11; Phil. 3:5-8. 2. Unashamed commitment, Mark 8:34-38. B. By Being a Faithful Christian With… 1. Your life (body and mind/heart), Rom. 12:1-2. a. Doing good, 4:19 (Eph. 2:10; Heb. 13:20-21; Gal. 6:10). b. Do good “as to a faithful Creator, ” Col. 3:23. c. Doing good may “put to silence” ignorance of the foolish, 1 Pet. 2:15 (12). 2. Your possessions, Luke 12:19-21 (15). a. Do not trust in money … “uncertain, ” 1 Tim. 6:17. b. Use to do good, ready to give, willing to share; store up treasure in heaven, 1 Tim. 6:18-19. c. First give ourselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8:1-5. 3. Your talents, Eccl. 9:10. a. Passion, fervor, enthusiasm, zeal, Col. 3:23 (heartily: “out of the soul”); cf. John 2:17. b. cf. Lukewarm Christians, Rev. 3:14-16. II. COMMIT YOUR CHILDREN TO GOD, 1 Sam. 1:11; Judg. 13:8. A. Bring the Little Ones to Jesus, Matt. 19:13-15. 1. Teach them…show them…lead them, (Deut. 4:9-10; 11:18-21). 2. Worship with them…pray with them…pray for them… 3. The church cannot rear your child…you must (Eph. 6:4; Tit. 2:4). III. COMMIT YOUR FUTURE TO GOD, Matt. 6:33-34. A. Faith in God’s Committed Control of All Things, cf. James 4:13-15. B. A Heart Turned Heavenward, Luke 12:29-34 (Col. 3:1-4). C. A Life that Continues to Do God’s Will, James 4:16-17 (Heb. 10:36, 39). God is already God; he needs no man to make Him God. 1. 1 Pet. 5:10: The God of all grace… is the true God a. Has called us to His eternal glory: Will you follow His call and Keep the creed of doctrine that He has in the Bible? b. By Jesus Christ: Will you trust the purposes of God in Christ? c. After you have suffered a while: Will you stay with God through your trials? d. Will perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you: Trust God to secure you. 2. What have you committed to the Lord? 1 Pet. 4:16-19 3. God’s judgment compels us to give our souls to God. 4. God will keep (guard for himself) your soul unto (until) “that Day” (day of reward), 2 Tim. 1:12; 4:8. When a person make that choice to turn to God through Jesus as the Christ, and the only savior, they are making a choice of free will as God has told all humans they could, 1. God’s truth is practical and life-changing, Heb. 4:12 (Ps. 119:105). 2. Forming Christ within us is the essence of being a Christian, Gal. 4:19 (3:27; Col. 1:27). 3. This involves living acc. to God’s word, John 14:21-23. 4. Our challenge: How do we turn what the Scriptures say into the way we live? a. How do I shape my heart into this type of heart? (Col. 3:12-15, 16) b. How do I humble myself as a submissive wife, or lead as a loving husband? (Eph. 5:22-30) c. How do I grow to maturity? (2 Pet. 3:18) 5. To succeed in any job we need the proper tools and the ability to use them (cf. Plumber, electrician, mechanic, doctor). 6. Tools we need to apply truth to our lives. I. A GOOD HEART, Psalm 119:9-11. A. An Unprejudiced Mind that Willingly Receives and Holds Fast to God’s Truth, Luke 8:15 (Acts 17:11). 1. First, cleanse the heart of sin, Matt. 23:25-26. 2. Takes a good heart to willingly submit to the indictments, corrections, and regulation of life in the Bible, 2 Tim. 3:16. 3. Clings to truth, whatever cost (“hold it fast, ” ASV), Luke 8:15. 4. Bears fruit (seed-product), Christ formed in us, Luke 8:15. II. A RESPONSIVE FAITH, Heb. 11:6 (obedient). A. Trust God’s Word Works and is the Best for Us. 1. Noah (11:7); Sarah (11:11-12); Moses crossing Red Sea (11:29). 2. Succeeded because they trusted God’s way works and is best. a. Trust relationships can improve, Col. 3:12-15. b. Wife: Trust, submissive purity and godly fear brings contentment. Husband: Trust that honoring your wife is fulfilling (1 Pet. 3:1-7). c. Trusting our labor in the Lord is not vain (1 Cor. 15:58). 3. Our faith responds (obeys) when we trust God’s way works and is best for us. III. TOTAL COMMITMENT, Matt. 6:24; Rom. 12:11 (purpose of heart, Acts 11:23). A. We Pursue What is Valuable to Us, Matt. 6:19-21. 1. Why do some have great zeal, diligence, and devotion to godly living? Because that is their treasure, Matt. 6:21. 2. Problem: We see double (one eye on earthly things and one eye on heaven), Matt. 6:22-24. B. Zealous Christians Use (Nourished by) God’s Word, Heb. 5:13-14. 1. Milk: No progress beyond the basics. 2. Meat: Uses, exercises, and discerns good and evil. 3. Build upon foundational truth to mature in Christ, Heb. 6:1-3. IV. SERIOUS STUDY OF GOD’S WORD, 2 Tim. 2:15. A. Bible Must be Our Final Authority (guide us), John 6:63, 68. 1. Life is only in Christ’s words; Our life must be Bible-centered. 2. Consult Scripture often to direct our life decisions. a. This is the Spirit-filled, Spirit-directed life (Gal. 5:16, 18). b. Hide God’s word in your heart, Psalm 119:11; Heb. 8:10. B. Study with the Intention of Obeying God, 2 Tim. 2:15 (John 7:17). 1. Hear and do, Matt. 7:24. 2. Forming Christ in us, Gal. 4:19 (Gal. 2:20). V. SELF-EXAMINATION USING GOD’S WORD, 2 Cor. 13:5 (James 1:22-25). A. Don’t Waste Time Comparing Yourself to the Wrong Things: 1. Others (2 Cor. 10:12); Worldly wisdom (Col. 2:8); Opinions (Prov. 14:12); etc. 2. Person who examines himself improves himself by repenting of sins, then bearing righteous fruit (forming Christ within). 1. We can bear good fruit with Christ in us, John 15:4-5. 2. These tools are at our disposal to form Christ within us so we can live with the hope of glory (Col. 1:27). This is what God says about salvation His way read this! And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. - Matthew 18:3 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: - John 1:12 Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. - John 3:3 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. - John 3:16 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. - John 3:36 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. - John 10:28 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. - John 14:6 And they said, Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. - Acts 16:31 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Romans 3:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. - Romans 6:23 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. - Romans 10:9, 10, 13 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. - 2 Corinthians 5:17 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. - Ephesians 2:8, 9 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; - Titus 3:5 And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission. - Hebrews 9:22 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. - 1 John 1:9 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. - Revelation 3:20

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. III. ITS UNITY OF PURPOSE (Theme). A. From Start To Finish - Theme Of Redemption Present (God redeems man from sin). 1. Redemption needed - Gen. 3. 2. Promised & prepared by God - Gen. 12:2-3 (Gal. 3:8, 16); …OT… 3. Provided in Christ Jesus (birth, life, teachings, death, resurrection, ascension) - Gospel preserves this information for all men! 4. Proclaimed - Acts; Explained - Epistles. 5. Ultimately realized - Revelation. B. Bible's Unifying Theme Demonstrates Its Divine Origin. 1. cf. Differences, yet this thread runs throughout! 2. No Internet, no printing press, no telephones, telegraphs, etc. 3. Beyond man's capabilities! IV. ITS UNITY OF RELIGIOUS DOCTRINE. Differences already discussed. Add to this the limitations of time, travel and communication, the prevalence of idolatry & immorality, & the obvious difficulty of men arriving at agreement on their religious doctrines & practices……Yet, Consistency, Harmony & Unity exist throughout the Bible!! - Rom. 3:4 A. Examples: 1. Doctrine of God: Mono, eternal & self-evident, omnipotent, holy & unchangeable, …… (Acts 17:22-23; 1 Cor. 8:4-6; Jno. 1:1-3). 2. Doctrine of Man: Moral creature w/ volition, responsibility, fallen & in need of spiritual redemption (Psa. 8:3-9). 3. Moral Standard: Righteousness is defined & commanded. Rewarded &/or punished (. Gen. 6:5-8). 4. Doctrine of Salvation: From Gen. 3:15 to Heb. 2:14-15 -- Man in sin cannot save himself (Prov. 14:12; Jer. 10:23) - God provides salvation & calls man to obey & receive it (Heb. 5:8-9). Never forced to comply. B. If Such Unity Exists, Then Why Is There So Much Division Among Professed Believers? (Religious division used to discredit the Bible.) 1. General answer: Sin (men sin) - 2 Cor. 4:4; Isa. 59:1-2; Rom. 3:23. 2. Specific causes include: a. Traditions of men - Mk. 7:6-9, 13. b. Ignorance of scriptures - 2 Pet. 3:15-16. c. Rebellion against what God has said - Rom. 1:18-23. d. Lack of love for God, truth & men - Jno. 14:15; Matt. 22:37-39. e. Mishandling of the scriptures - 2 Tim. 2:15. * 3. The Bible is not the reason for men's failures Men are the cause! 1. The unity of the Bible in its (1) Structure & composition, (2) theme, & (3) doctrines provides an important line of evidence to support its claim that it is the word of God. 2. What is more reasonable: That human genius created 66 books which gel into one Bible, or that the Bible is of divine authorship, the handiwork of the eternal God (Beware of the trick for a false Teacher, they will get you to think that the Bible or the New Covenant, along with the New Testament is not for us today.) Read and think on this, so you can resist the Devil in His attacks on your salvation. 1. Jesus put apostles and prophets in His church, Eph. 4:11-12. 2. They wrote the New Testament. But, does the NT apply to us? 3. Many say it is no longer culturally relevant – It was written in a different age with different customs, and we cannot bind it today. - 4. Those who reject necessary inferences (NI) to establish and apply Bible authority have a problem: None of the NT was directly written to us today. We apply it today because we necessarily infer it was also written for us and that it has authority over us. a. Will they respect the NT as the verbally inspired word of God? Will they believe the NT possesses binding authority over them? Will they have the church of Christ follow the NT patterns? b. If so, they must give up their unscriptural view that rejects NI. c. If not, then they must reject the NT as little more than a historical document without relevance and binding authority today. d. Some have already cast off the binding nature of NT patterns (2 Tim. 1:13). 5. The apostles claimed their words have heaven’s binding authority, Gal. 1:8-9. If true, we must yield to them. If false, we are deceived. I. WHY THE WRITINGS OF CHRIST’S APOSTLES AND PROPHETS HAVE BINDING AUTHORITY OVER US. A. Their Letters are the Commandments of the Lord, 1 Cor. 14:37. 1. Paul taught the same thing “everywhere in every church, ” 1 Cor. 4:17. 2. We are not to go beyond what is written, 1 Cor. 4:6. 3. Handed down from heaven, Matt. 16:19; 18:18; 2 Thess. 2:13-15. B. Jesus Said to Hear/Receive Them is to Hear/Receive Him, and to Reject Them is to Reject Him, Lk. 10:16; Matt. 10:40; Jno. 13:20. 1. Apostles said to observe what Jesus taught them, Matt. 28:18-20. 2. Therefore, we are to hear/receive apostolic teaching as the will of Christ and not the will of men, 1 Thess. 2:13 (words and writings). C. Their Writings were to be Circulated because of their Universal Authority, Col. 4:16; 1 Thess. 5:27 (remember 1 Cor. 4:16-17). -Their universal need and authority have not ended. If so, when? How? By whom? D. We Can Understand what the Apostles Knew When We Read What They Wrote, Eph. 3:3-5. 1. The truth they knew and taught can be spoken in love to convert and to help us grow in Christ (Eph. 4:11-16). 2. The apostolic teaching is not cunningly devised fables; it is credible eyewitness testimony of the Son of God, 2 Pet. 1:16-21. E. The Salvation Jesus Began to Speak is Confirmed to Us by His Apostles, Heb. 2:1-4. 1. The apostles wrote so we can have fellowship with God and have full joy in Christ, 1 Jno. 1:1-4. 2. We know the Son of God has given us an understanding through the revelation of truth by His apostles, 1 Jno. 5:20 (18-20). F. Their Writings are Scripture and Completely Equip Us for Every Good Work, 2 Tim. 3:15-17. 1. Their writings carry the weight of Scripture, 2 Pet. 3:16, 1-2. 2. Without them, what defines “good” in God’s sight? (Jgs. 21:25) G. The Apostles’ Teachings (NT) were to be Taught to Others Repeatedly, 2 Tim. 2:2. -Demonstrates their writings are applicable to all subsequent generations. (cf. Acts 8:4) H. The New Testament: brings the New Covenant to all People and makes them all Christian and all New Covenant with the liberty of Christ. 1. Brings the lost to faith and salvation, Jno. 17:17, 20 (Rom. 10:17). 2. Equips the church to serve the Lord, Acts 2:42; Eph. 4:11-12. 3. Equips us for unity in Christ, Jno. 17:21; Acts 4:32-33; Eph. 4:3, 13. 1. The writings of the apostles (NT) are the word of God, 1 Thess. 2:13. 2. Without the New Testament, we would not be able to have faith and be saved, Jno. 20:30-31. 3. With it, we have the mind of God revealed to us, 1 Cor. 2:10-13. Until next time the Elder.

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From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 east high st. Owingsville Ky. 859-274-2617 [email protected] Email. Or call any time. Thank you for asking us to post on this openly. From the Elder & Rev. Simon Kidd Rev. Rosa Kidd, Rev. Chad Kidd, Rev. Alex Virch. Dear: Trouble at Church Here is your Answer. We are living in a time where men will not receive sound Doctrine 2: Timothy 4:3 is what you need to understand. READ THIS FIRST We are to live by The scriptures, as the only truth, is what God tells us for here and now and for the hereafter.. If the bible is not the guide what is, Surely no person in our day believes that slick the preacher has all the answers, over what God says in the bible. That would make God wrong. Anytime there is a false church, there will be a question of what God says in the scriptures. What we all need to stand on is this, If the bible is not saying what we all can read, How do you know, are you really God, and come to change what is written, are calling God a liar, one who deceives, or do you think you are one of the writers of the Bible, are John, are Matthew, who are you the devil in the flesh. Anyone can check to see if they are going to a false preacher. If you are, they can’t help but talk about themselves. Their name in news, what they are doing is told to the community, how good it is that you let them be their pastor. That person will change the bible to make them look good Everything will be about what they are doing in the community. Money of how much it is in need of, told every time there is service. Always seeking another funeral, because that is the end work of the devil in His deeds, because God says all will die but the evil want you to go to death doing things against God. They will always ordain a fake just like them, there will be no such thing as God’ rules for the clergy. They can’t have an Elder there because of God and you having what God gave as another answer that will always be Hid Truth. False preachers want money and power over you- this is why God changed the New Covenant to have the saved persons money to begin at home first 1 Timothy 5:5-8, this puts the devil in His place. What are the Qualifications for Elders, Pastors, Deaconess, Deacons Teachers, Preachers or clergy? (1 Timothy 3:2-7) The qualifications for the overseer are moral virtues which would be worthy of respect for what God says in the scriptures, and the community around us.. They must be “above reproach.” Along with verse 7, this is the controlling theme of the whole passage. Paul will repeat this for all members of the church so they can have a say, and keep the clergy clean, from evil, we see in 5:7 and 6:14. The one mate is God’s rules for anyone ordained. “It is a trustworthy statement: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do. An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God? ), and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he will not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.” { Danger } If you do not have a say in the work of the church group where you attend , you are just a customer, and they see you, as not a saved brother or sister, but their toy. Christian ministry in all spheres necessitates sound theological foundation so it is always back to see if God says so in the scriptures. Beware so people do not believe that the Bible is God’s word, that’s why they change things to their flavor of what God is. We are to teach this about the bible *** just as the Bible says about itself, Biblical inerrancy is the belief that the Bible "is without error or fault in all its teaching"; or, at least, that "Scripture in the original manuscripts does not affirm anything that is contrary to fact". Some equate inerrancy with biblical infallibility; others do not.The bible itself tells us this***Read this “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God (literally “is God-breathed”), and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (2 Tim. 3:16-17) a fake preacher has any answer but what God says, to tell you. They will have more than one living mate, and make you think that the places in the bible that call this a sin in the clergy and the bible saying something else, The scriptures as God’s Infallibility send us to a completed salvation at the end of our human life here on earth, most fake little rooster Lordship clergy like to crash funerals, and be in them anyway they can.. The bible next speaking in the scriptures is about ” infallibility, speaks to the authority and enduring nature of the Bible. To be infallible means that something is incapable of failing and therefore is permanently binding and cannot be broken. Peter said “the word of the Lord endures forever” (1 Pet. 1:23-25) and therefore its authority cannot be broken. When addressing a difficult passage, Jesus said, “the Scripture cannot be broken” (John 10:34-35). In fact, He said, “one jot or one title will by no means pass away from the law till all is fulfilled” (Mat. 5:18). These speak to the Bible’s infallibility. You are concrete in your thinking. A person who has more than one Irving mate or married to someone who has another mate, cannot be ordained, or should be ordained. the bible is true or not true each person has to make that choice to if it is true or not., no person has to believe anything without God giving them a choice to believe. If you believe the Bible is God’s word, it says this, Sorry about the About the false Ordination that you are talking about, You are correct a person who does not have God’s calling, and for sure God does not and is not calling a person who is not after His own heart, as Jer. 3:15-16 tells us, so in mankind they can be trained to do things, work on cars, airplanes- doctors, school teachers, but that is not God calling someone, God will not use a person who has two living Mates, this would make the bible wrong, and that is not so. The same thing goes for any of us, we could stand on a road but that does not make us a car. Inerrancy is extremely important because: when and ordination is in play, The Bible as God’s very word and creed of Doctrine is attached to the character of God; it is taught in the Scriptures; it is the historic position of the all Christian, all New Covenant Church people, and it is foundational to other essential doctrines. Any church who will ordain a false preacher will undermine everything they have done in all ways of the work of God, they would be changing from God to the Devil and His ways, and man made ways. Inerrancy is based on the character of God who cannot lie (Heb. 6:18; Titus 1:2). God cannot lie intentionally because He is an absolute moral law-giver. He cannot err unintentionally because He is omniscient. And if the Bible is the written Word of God (and it is), then it is without error. To quote Jesus himself, “the Scripture cannot be broken” (John 10:35) and “until heaven and earth pass away not an iota, not a dot, will pass away from the Law until all is accomplished” (Matt 5:18). Inerrancy is foundational to all other essential Christian doctrines. It is granted that some other doctrines (like the atoning death and bodily resurrection of Christ) are more essential to salvation. However, all soteriological (salvation-related) doctrines derive their divine authority from the divinely authoritative Word of God. So, epistemologically (in a knowledge-related sense), the doctrine of the divine authority and inerrancy of Scripture is the fundamental of all the fundamentals. And if the fundamentals of fundamentals are not fundamental, then what is fundamental? Fundamentally nothing! Thus, while one can be saved without believing in inerrancy, the doctrine of salvation has no divine authority apart from the infallibility and inerrancy of Scripture. If the marriage rules are not true they the bible would not and could not be true. But this is the truth, no matter what slick the pastor has up His sleeve 1. God, who is Himself Truth and speaks truth only, has inspired Holy Scripture in order thereby to reveal Himself to lost mankind through Jesus Christ as Creator and Lord, Redeemer and Judge. Holy Scripture is God's witness to Himself. 2. Holy Scripture, being God's own Word, written by men prepared and superintendent by His Spirit, is of infallible divine authority in all matters upon which it touches: it is to be believed, as God's instruction, in all that it affirms; obeyed, as God's command, in all that it requires; embraced, as God's pledge, in all that it promises. 3. The Holy Spirit, Scripture's divine Author, both authenticates it to us by His inward witness and opens our minds to understand its meaning. 4. Being wholly and verbally God-given, Scripture is without error or fault in all its teaching, no less in what it states about God's acts in creation, about the events of world history, and about its own literary origins under God, than in its witness to God's saving grace in individual lives. 5. The authority of Scripture is inescapably impaired if this total divine inerrancy is in any way limited or disregarded, or made relative to a view of truth contrary to the Bible's own; and such lapses bring serious loss to both the individual and the Church. "Do not lay hands on anyone hastily, nor share in other people's sins; keep yourself pure." 2nd Tim 5:22 The church people have already been through this. Teaching that the people are the church and are responsible, to keep the church clergy in line with what the Bible says. During the Reformation era the concept of the priesthood of all believers became very contentious within the structures of the Institutional Church. And we are still saying if the people of the local church will not keep the clergy clean, you should just remove yourselves from that congregation. The Reformation era provides a framework in tracing the concept of the priesthood of all believers, and we all should stand beside it, and for it. The meaning of the phrase "husband of one wife" can only be determined when the whole of the New Testament teaching is consulted. The hermeneutical principle that is involved here is that we must interpret the word of God in the analogy of the faith meaning that all scripture is a unit or body of truth. All parts of the word of God are part of the whole and within the body of truth and there are no contradictions or conflicts. All the parts of the word of God support the whole in perfect unity. With this in mind let us look at this passage in light of what the New Testament teaches concerning marriage. Another way to bring the voice of God home in the gathering of God’s people who are the church is in this list below.*** “Husband of One Wife” Qualification for Elders pastors, deacons Remember the rules for this marriage is to the clergy as to having the one mate, it is not to the person who has had a bad marriage, a person who has had a lost marriage can be saved if it was their fault, And can start over, but if you have married a person, or have more than living mate You can’t be ordained, this is God's rules for us in the flesh, because marriage is for now, we will not be given in marriage in the heaven God say this so the saved can keep the church clergy clean, Obedience is what the human has to do.. 1 Timothy 3:2 in presenting these qualifications the Bible uses the word "must" (dei' ) no one can change this. There is nothing mysterious about the Greek phrase which simply and literally means "one woman man."*** Slick, the pastor, cannot change this from the scriptures. There are several New Testament principles which help us to understand that this is the correct interpretation. Divorce represents a failure in the home, so that even though a man may be forgiven for any sin involved, he remains permanently disqualified for leadership in the congregation (See verses 4-5; 1 Cor. 9:24-27 in the clergy The Bible clearly states that if a woman marries another man while her husband is alive she is committing adultery. "So then if, while her husband liveth, she be married to another man, she shall be called an adulteress: but if her husband be dead, she is free from that law; so that she is no adulteress, though she be married to another man." (Romans 7:3) So 1. The best way to stop a false clergy is to remove the money you give them. 2. Let the person who makes Church Debt in God’s name pay that money back and through You God will show His power in You. 3. Remove yourself. if the place has no such thing as elders. 4 Any preacher who is ordained, some other way other than the way God’s rules in the bible tells is not God at work anyway. The people are to say no, and if they will not, it is not God’s work there. 5. 1 Timothy 3: 2 is very clear and anyone can read this. God is saying this for anyone who is to be ordained, or in the ministry, the Person must never have been divorced. With this position, the question of when the divorce happened and the reasons for it—and issues of innocence and guilt—are irrelevant. It is a simple absolute, with no exceptions or mitigating circumstances. Divorce at any point in the past means permanent disqualification from church leadership. Marriage is for the here and now, and God has set the standard for the person who preaches for Him. 6. You will know that it is a false ministry when you hear these words from an evil pastor, such as, A case can be made for all of the different interpretations. Likely the original readers knew Paul’s exact meaning. Unfortunately it’s not as easy for us who are saved to be fooled in this. If the bible does not speak for God why have bible study? (Deuteronomy 24:1-4, Jeremiah 3:1) prohibits a man from remarrying his former wife if she has been married to another man since the divorce. However, Christians are not bound by the works of men, (see What Does the Bible Say About This. The reason why is there will be many who are doing the same thing, so they will say nothing, just go on playing church, but the bible does say this, A pastor may remarry if his wife dies. 1 Timothy 3:1-7 does address the matter of spouses who have died, however other passages do allow remarriage in a death or a sin, but not just because someone wants to.. There is no prohibition for a man or a pastor whose wife has died to remarry. Marriage is an earthly bond and broken by death. God says a widow can remarry. Paul says, "I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I. But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn." (1 Corinthians 7:8-9) and He is talking about Hell, humans have to obey God. Certainly, God allows widows to remarry than men, or the pastor can also remarry if there is a death. The woman or man whose spouse had died can't remarry. "For the woman who hath an husband is bound by the law to her husband so long as he liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is loosed from the law of her husband. So then if, while her husband liveth, she be married to another man, she shall be called an adulteress: but if her husband be dead, she is free from that law; so that she is no adulteress, though she be married to another man." (Romans 7:2-3) Paul gave the early Christians guidance on how the leadership of the church should be organized. He instructed them to institute leadership positions known as elders and deacons. These instructions are clearly stated in I Timothy 3 and Titus 1:5-9. These passages also specify the qualifications of church leadership. Every saved person under the All Christian and all New Covenant is under the priesthood of believers, this is where God gives the people Power to keep the pastor under, God and His rules for the Clergy, to do things His way, where You who are the saved is, You can have church as Matthew says ( Matt. 18:30, and the saved are this and given this power as God’s people, So now, all believers collectively make up the location where God’s presence dwells on the earth. Wherever believers are, God is also. The house of God is no longer confined to a geographical location where people have to travel to in order to be with God, but it is mobile and now goes to the ends of the earth. Also, his presence is no longer hidden in the holy of holies but is open to all who come by faith in Jesus Christ. Read this*** 1 Peter 2:5, 9–10 The power given to us all as His saved people is, All believers share in this priesthood in partnership with Christ. The members of the Christian Community are a royal priesthood. It is as follows: "You also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ … Note has His people His way. But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light" (1 Peter 2:5-9). God told us to 1 Timothy 5:5-8, and also lets His people stop paying or giving money to a false Preacher, If the bible is saying anything it is the truth, and the doctrine, that God is given to us humans for the Rules of human life, for those who mObey Him. Saved people have a choice, in the priesthood, that, but we are chosen for a purpose: to offer up spiritual sacrifices (see Hebrews 13:15-16 for example), and to proclaim the praises of Him who called us out of darkness into His marvelous light, saved people should keep the clergy clean, and tell them no when they seek to do thing not in the bible. . Read this for yourselves, by both life (1 Peter 2:5; Titus 2:11-14; Ephesians 2:10) and by word (1 Peter 2:9; 3:15), our purpose is to serve God. As the believer’s body is the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), God has called us to serve Him from our hearts by first of all offering our lives as living sacrifices (Romans 12:1-2). One day we will be serving God in eternity (Revelation 22:3-4), but not in any temple, for "the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple" (Revelation 21:22). Does this mean anything to you? “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16 so are looking for some that are under the devil. We always need to see and Watch out for false teaching, it can’t stay in the darkness from you who are saved, If you look for it. Bible studies is not to just Hear the word, we must act on it read this But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: for he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetting what manner of man he was. James 1:22-25. Is very clear to the saved person. Will you stand for a preacher who is not following the rules that the bible tells us to? Will you stand for the ordination of such a person that God says can be in the clergy? What about this? A Preacher, any clergy, bishop, elder, or deacon should be the husband of one wife. (I Timothy 2:2, 12. Titus 1:6) will you still go to such a place and think it is godly to do so? Is this the biblical truth or is God telling a lie. Anyone can read about marriage in the bible- The Bible has a lot to say about my marriage and provides amazing examples regardless of which season you or your spouse may be in. Not all of the marriages in the bible are a success or perfect, but by looking at what they are going through, you are able to learn from their mistakes and their joyous times. Anyone who has had a failed marriage, and it their fault can still be saved, and still can be forgiven, but God who has marriage only here on Earth for the human in the flesh, will not let that person stay or be ordained into the clergy, if they have more than one line mate. This is His rules for the clergy, Marriage was and still is between a man and a woman; it was meant to mirror how Jesus, the groom, loved his bride, the church. In order for the church to maintain order to serve its people, deacons or elders were established. 1 Timothy 3:1- is this God talking to us all, or can we do as we please with His word? Truth as the scripture tells us is, The first qualification of an elder/deacon/pastor is to be “above reproach” (1 Timothy 3:2). Read this ***While God hates divorce (Malachi 2:16), He permits it for marital unfaithfulness (Matthew 19:1-8). In God’s grace, He allows, but does not command, men and women whose spouses have been unfaithful to start over. If the divorce and/or remarriage had no biblical grounds, then the Preacher -Pastor, can not be ordained, or stay in the clergy, The person has damaged their testimony in the church and community and you should tell them I don’t believe you no matter what You have been studying, or think, ; The “above reproach” qualification will exclude them from the pastorate as the bible says about the “husband of one wife” requirement that God places in the scriptures, for those He uses in the ministry, He says He would call those who are after His own Heart Jer. 3:115-16 in the all New Covenant, and like this, not the way men have college training time, God says Romans 10:14-16 is what he tells us is a called preacher. . An elder/deacon/pastor is to be a person whom the church and community can look up to as an example of Christlikeness and godly leadership. If a preacher has a divorce and stays that way they still can pastor, but not take another honey and be God’s pastor. remarriage, would be a sin in the eyes of God for a Preacher, and detracts from this ideal, then so should not serve in the position of elder/deacon/pastor or be ordained into it. . It is important to remember that, even though a man is disqualified from serving as an elder/deacon/pastor, he is still a valuable member of the body of Christ. Every Christian possesses spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4–7) and is called to participate in edifying other believers with those gifts (1 Corinthians 12:7). A man who is disqualified from the position of elder/deacon/pastor can still teach, Repent and return to God, serve, pray, worship, and play an important role in the church, and still go to heaven. Read this for yourselves! .“A pastor who commits adultery can never be restored to a pastoral position, anywhere or anytime, ” But we the church are in the people so we should not ignore the grace and forgiveness available to all believers in Christ (Galatians 6:1; 1 John 1:9). The middle ground is to say, “A pastor can not be restored to his original position, under certain circumstances because God has rules, for His clergy on this earth, and we either follow what God say or it would be just a man made church way., ” and that requires us to precisely identify the “certain circumstances.” as a false teaching pastor no matter what they teach, God would not be in it. While 2 Corinthians 2:5–11 is not dealing with a pastor’s sin, that passage does give some insight into church discipline of its pastor. Is the, Scripture our authoritative guide for faith, life, and practice or can someone change it to what they want? 2 Timothy 3:16–the bible is saying this, All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. Is this what the bible is saying: eternal salvation and restored relationships are only possible through faith in Jesus Christ who died for us, rose from the dead, and is coming again. This salvation is offered to all people. Or if we follow after slick the preacher he gives salvation? Is this what God has said? Jesus Himself says in John 14:16, “I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Him.” From this we know that Jesus is the only way to salvation. He is not simply a way, as in one of many; He is the way, as in the one and only. There is not one person that can come to God the Father except through Jesus. There are believers that think that they can find their way to God through achievement, knowledge, reputation or personal holiness but God tells us that the only way is by being saved, which is deliverance or redemption from sin and its consequences. Scripture also tells us, “For it is by Grace you have been saved, through faith – and this is not from yourselves, it is a gift from God, ” (Ephesians 2:8). Salvation is a God’s gift of grace that we receive through Jesus Christ. Here are six reasons Jesus is the only way to salvation. Does the preacher bring sanctification, or does the bible show us that the Holy Spirit equips us for service and sanctifies us from sin. Do we need this Jesus of the scripture or are we looking for someone else, Jesus is the only way to salvation for several reasons. One is that He was chosen by God to be the Savior. The Bible tells us, “As you come to Him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious…” (1 Peter 2:4). Jesus is the only One to have come down from heaven and returned there (John 3:13). He is the only person to have lived a perfect human life (Hebrews 4:15). He is the only sacrifice for sin (1 John 2:2; Hebrews 10:26). He alone fulfilled the Law of the Prophets (Matthew 5:17). He is the only man to have conquered death forever. He is the only Mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5). He is the only man whom God has “exalted…to the highest place” (Philippians 2:9). From this, we know that Jesus is the access point to God. When the bible says that women and men are equally created in God’s image and given equal authority and stewardship of God’s creation. Until next time Kidd family Ministry thank you.

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Anyone can read this, and it is very clear, in what it is saying. From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 east High st. Owingsville Ky. [email protected] 1-859-274-2617 Revival? We are on the road again, at any time to help in any church. Preach on these things, and what Romans 10:17 says will begin in your life and others. Repentance. Mark 1:15; Luke 13:3; Acts 3:19. Justification. Romans 5:1; Titus 3:7. Regeneration. Titus 3:5. New birth. John 3:3; 1 Peter 1:23; 1 John 3:9. Sanctification *** Romans 5:2; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Hebrews 13:12. Holiness. Luke 1:75; 1 Thessalonians 4:7; Hebrews 12:14. Water baptism. Matthew 28:19; Mark 1:9, 1 0; John 3:22, 23; Acts 8:36, 38. Baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to cleansing; the endowment of power for service. Matthew 3:11; Luke 24:49, 53; Acts 1:4-8. The speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives utterance if necessary, but of the baptism of the Holy Ghost as the New Covenant proof that God forgave, and that is proof that sanctification has taken place. . John 15:26; Acts 2:4; 10:44-46; 19:1-7. Spiritual gifts. 1 Corinthians 12:1, 7, 10, 28, 31; 1 Corinthians 14:1. Signs following believers. Mark 16:17-20; Romans 15:18, 19; Hebrews 2:4. Fruit of the Spirit. Romans 6:22; Galatians 5:22, 23; Ephesians 5:9; Philippians 1: 11. Divine healing provided for all in the atonement. Psalm 103:3; Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8:17; James 5:14-16; 1 Peter 2:24. The Lord's Supper. Luke 22:17-20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26. Washing the saints' feet. John 13:4-17; 1 Timothy 5:9, 10. Understanding that Tithing was an old Covenant Law, just like the Holy Days, Feast days, Blood of animals was, but, an Offering, and giving is the New Covenant way where the people are All Christian, . Genesis 14:18-20; 28:20-22; Malachi 3: 10; Luke 11:42; 2 Corinthians 9:6-9; 16:2; Hebrews 7:1-21. Restitution where possible when a person falls down. Matthew 3:8; Luke 19:8, 9. Premillennial second coming of Jesus. First, to resurrect the dead saints and to catch away the living saints to Him in the air. 1 Corinthians 15:52; 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17; 2 Thessalonians 2: 1. Second, to reign on where the earth was, because fire will burn up all we see now, He is as the scriptures tell us is coming back for a thousand years. Zechariah 14:4; 1 Thessalonians 4:14; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-10; Jude 14, 15; Revelation 5:10; 19:11-21; 20:4-6. Resurrection. John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15; Revelation 20:5, 6. Eternal life for the righteous. Matthew 25:46; Luke 18:30; John 10:28; Romans 6:22; 1 John 5:11-13. Eternal punishment for the wicked. No liberation nor annihilation. Matthew 25:41-46; Mark 3:29; 2 Thessalonians 1: 8, 9; Revelation 20:10-15; 21:8.

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Sound Doctrine will let anyone stand real close to Holy Ground, just as we are when we Worship God.. Here a person is letting the deep of Heaven, call to the deep within, and the soul is in obedience when the person obeys the doctrines of God, and seeks to worship Him. Thankyou for your questions. From the Kidd Family Ministry 463 East High st. Owingsville Ky. The scripture is there for truth, the truth will take the devil out of your life, so as God tells us so will it come true- as 2 Timothy 4:3 says the time will come when many will not receive sound doctrine. A good minister of Jesus Christ faithfully teaches the doctrines of the Gospel – the Word of God. When you are faithful to the Word of God – when you love it, believe it, and trust it – it will nourish and sustain you. A person is in a danger zone when they will not receive sound doctrine. Beware of men who will not stand on sound doctrine, we need to ask ourselves what has God said, and what are they preaching, or is it just what someone else is saying, are they preaching that God says obey, or is it just a repeat of another foolish fall down and pay me, type of work. The devil will send all kinds of temptations across the path of the believer, to get him or her to take his or her eyes off the Word of God. He might suggest that the Word of God is irrelevant, that it does not apply today, or that it is not necessary to obey it. However, the Word of God tells us to hold fast to the pattern of sound words that we have heard, and to hold fast to the faithful word, as we have been taught. This is so that by sound doctrine, we are able to exhort and convict those who contradict it. When we read the Scriptures, we are told that with God, we can have Church anywhere, as Matt. 18:20, so sometimes we need to have church at home, or at the lake, with the family, this is where we hear from God and He tells us, this is the truth, because the human who is forgiven is His church through Jesus who is Christ. Any person can have church at the lake, the price of the clergy in dollars is at an all time high in the nations of the world, something for sale, or more, more and more, all the time, slick the preacher, has great needs, and will make anyone he can pay for salvation, the money the saved person would give a fake preacher will buy the new boat for the family to go to the lake on sunday, and truly worship with one and another. When it is all about money it's time to find another way to worship.. God is about the saved person worshiping Him and not a building, or a pastoral lifestyle, God calls for His people to be living, repenting, forgiven, following His Creed of Doctrine, this is why we are told the time will come when sound doctrine will not be in their voice, what is God telling us? --- That is the truth about Sound doctrine, and that it is a guide and guard for reading and teaching the Bible. The goal of reading and teaching Scripture is to love God, and the way to love God is to know God. Sound doctrine tells us what God is like so that we may love him more. And sound doctrine is an important guard for interpreting Scripture. We find this in the scriptures, Paul charges Titus, “You must teach what is in accord with sound doctrine” (Titus 2:1). Such a mandate makes it obvious that sound doctrine is important. But why is it important? Does it really make a difference what we teach and live by? The truth of God’s doctrine is it keeps the false teachers away from the truth, such as this teaching—---- read this, “Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures ... he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures” (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). This is the unambiguous good news, that Jesus is the lord and the savior, and it is “of first importance.” Change that message, and the basis of faith shifts from Christ to something else. Our eternal destiny depends upon hearing “the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation” (Ephesians 1:13; see also 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14). God has His doctrine for a purpose, Biblical doctrine helps us understand the will of God for our lives. Biblical doctrine teaches us the nature and the character of God (Psalm 90:2; 97:2; John 4:24), the path of salvation through faith (Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:9–10), instruction for the church (1 Corinthians 14:26; Titus 2:1–10), and God’s standard of holiness for our lives (1 Peter 1:14–17; 1 Corinthians 6:18–20). When we accept the Bible as God’s Word to us (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20–21), we have a solid foundation for our doctrine. There can be disagreement within the body of Christ over secondary points of doctrine, such as eschatology, church organization, or the gifts of the Holy Spirit. But truly biblical doctrine is that which incorporates the “whole counsel of God” (Acts 20:27) and draws conclusions based on that which seems most closely aligned with the character of our unchanging God (Numbers 23:19; Hebrews 13:8). What will a person see and hear when the preacher has no such thing as a Doctrine, or has no sound doctrine? --Just as the Bible says, Doctrine informs us of what God wants from us, what is right and wrong, and how we can live by God’s standards. There are terrible consequences to not knowing sound doctrine. I would like to present what the Bible has to say about the subject of not knowing “sound doctrine”. But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons, (I Timothy 4:1) The place where there is no sound doctrine, one will hear all kinds of things, such as how the false preacher can still serve in the clergy and have more than one living mate, or how they somehow get away with what they do, but a return to sound doctrine of the Bible take the devil out of the show. So the bible is where anyone has to go to see if a person can be ordained into the clergy. We see that there is such a thing as false doctrine and we learn where this false doctrine comes from, Satan, such men are saying that they are the answers to this world, but God tells us that His sound doctrine is what it's all about. False doctrine has its origins in the “father of lies”, Satan, himself. False doctrine has one purpose, to deceive you and make you turn away from true faith. It is deceitful so it seems like it is correct. It probably has a lot of truth mixed in with it but the ultimate goal is to turn you away. Satan used those tactics in the Garden of Eden with Eve and he used them in the wilderness with Jesus Christ. False doctrine has a lot of truth mixed in with it but the ultimate goal is to turn a person away from the entire truth, the essence of Christianity, that God is One in 3 persons will sometime said, but i will not be said the the only way to heaven is through Jesus who is the only savior, the teaching will just talk about what is in the bible but you will never hear this is what God say,. The same is true with the teachings of the bible being full of metaphors. If God says it we are to believe it, and live it out here on earth, This should be no shock to us because the Holy Spirit warned long ago that these teachings would arise. They are dangerous because people who are deceived are led astray and do not even realize it. Have you been led astray by false doctrine? If you do not study the Bible to learn sound doctrine then you are automatically at risk of being led astray. For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine ; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance with their own desires, and will turn away their ears from the truth and will turn aside to myths. (II Timothy 4:3-4) Many will not be able to endure (receive) sound doctrine so they will seek out leaders who will preach false doctrine to them, one of the things we will see and hear is that next fundraiser, or what people are saying about what great things we are doing. A person can be led astray and still go to a false, this is where the devil has his type of church so that they can calm their conscience but instead of having their conscience pricked by the sound doctrine of the Word of God, they seek out teachers who will teach “ear tickling” doctrine supposedly from the Bible. One has to beware of the need to seek a feel good doctrine. If one take what they are to Jesus, in Repentance, there is no need to seek those who will tell them what they want to hear; a false person will tell you lies, such as you are a good person, that you can do it if you put your mind to it, that sin can be tolerated because this is the Century we live in, and not the the days gone by, this Century, as all of them has one way to Heaven. The truth is a person goes to heaven today just as they did a thousand years ago, and time has nothing to do with a person having some other way out. Pay close attention to yourself and to your teaching ; persevere in these things, for as you do this you will ensure salvation both for yourself and for those who hear you. (I Timothy 4:16) In these last days, God is bringing His ‘True Church’ into a closer relationship with Him, so that we will Worship Him in Spirit and in Truth. (John 4:23, 24) The ‘ONLY’ way this can be accomplished is through Jesus Christ. That is because Jesus is the ‘ONLY’ Way and He ‘IS’ the Truth. (John 14:6 ) In order to do this, God is bringing each individual church person into accountability for its “Doctrinal keeping Foundation”. With God This “Doctrinal Foundation” ‘MUST’ be pure and cannot be proliferated with any Doctrine other than that of Jesus Christ. (Isaiah 28:16 1 Corinthians 3:11 Hebrews 6:1) If a church is truly following God the Holy Spirit, it cannot have any other “Doctrinal Foundation”, because the Holy Spirit ‘IS’ the Spirit of Truth. (John 16:13) When we follow God the Holy Spirit, we can only have ‘ONE’ foundation, and that is Jesus Christ. That is because The Holy Spirit will always cause us to speak and to glorify Jesus. (John 15:26 16:14) Many churches function in the ‘Gifts of the Spirit’ (1 Corinthians 12:7-11); therefore, they think they are following God the Holy Spirit. However, the ‘Gifts of the Spirit’ are ‘without (outside of) Repentance’ (Romans 11:29); so that you can actually be wrong in your Doctrine or even be in sin, and still be functioning in the ‘Gifts of the Spirit’. ‘Unsound Doctrine’ is not ‘False Doctrine’. ‘False Doctrine’ is fairly easy to discern; however, ‘Unsound Doctrine’ is much harder to recognize. This is because ‘False Doctrine’ is built on an ‘Untruth’, and ‘Unsound Doctrine’ is built on ‘A’ truth. ‘Untruth’, according to the dictionary, is a falsehood; a lack of truth; or disloyalty. Truth is in Jesus, so ‘A’ truth is a part of the truth (Jesus) but not all that He encompasses! ‘A’ truth therefore, is not enough to build a “Doctrinal Foundation” upon. The original foundation of the all Christian and all New Covenant Church was laid by the Apostles and Prophets. (Ephesians 2:20 1 Corinthians 3:10) In these last days, God is restoring His Church to its original foundation, but not through the Apostles and Prophets, because they are no more in this world, The power that God gives the saved people is so that it will become without ‘spot or wrinkle’. (Ephesians 5:27) (1 Corinthians 13:28 Ephesians 4:11 2 Corinthians 10:8) Some Pastors and their churches have been wandering in their Doctrine because of the lack of responsibility and/or accountability. (Ephesians 4:14) and are not working for God but for the devil. The way God works if it is God He has rules for the Clergy, His people where to keep the clergy clean through what the bible says in the ordaining of a person who in clean, as those rules tell us and God says no person should be ordained if they have more than one living mate, or their mate has a living mate somewhere. It is not like that there has been no one to go to for help or counsel. The scriptures are very clear and therefore for all of us to follow, God does not give men the choice to change His rules, within any organizations we find men who think God does not care, but one day He will say I don’t know you no matter what you say you did in My name. Thus, there has been no outside input other than themselves, God was not in their sins., and these big roosters, and/or the organizations have become inverted and stereotyped in their Doctrine. This is not God’s plan. In our walk with the Lord we are told this in the scriptures, That is not all who say the LORD LORD are His, so says the Scriptural! The Bible teaches that as Christians, we ‘WILL’ have persecutions, tribulations, chastisements, and temptations. That’s a truth but it is not way to tell if one is in obedience to God, (Mark 10:29, 30 Acts 14:21, 22 Hebrews 12:5-8 Luke 4:1) Instead of trying to avoid these things through our Doctrine, why not be like Paul and take pleasure in it 5 (2 Corinthians 12:10), and glory in it (Romans 5:3), and like James count it all joy (James 1:2). Remember this as we worship the Lord. He wants us to stand on the truth. No lordship clergy can take you from God if we stand on God;s truth. The saved person does have the power of the Holy Ghost as their guide, this is told to us in the scriptures. God is working with the people He forgave, it is not a joke to Him, and when He says worship He means worship, when He says obey, He means obey. Acts 1:8 – You Will Receive Power, that is the sanctification with the gift of the Holy Spirit to the person. Acts 2:17 – Young Men Will See Visions, this is God at work, men have nothing in this work. Acts 2:38 – Repent and Be Baptized, is a command that God calls each person to do, and if you let a big rooster pastor turn it into a dog and pony show God is not pleased with it. The scripture tells us that the savior and only the savior can save anyone. This three day and three night Jesus is the Sunday, Christmas, Easter Jesus. And He has always been, and always will be, and He is alive. God tells us this, in John 3:16 – For God so Loved the World and that all people are already given the choice to follow God or the choice is given and it is Hell forever. When anyone makes the choice to seek God , He will do this for anyone. Romans 8:28 – God Works All Things for Good He gives them power to go all the way, Philippians 4:13 – I Can Do All This Through Him Who Gives Me Strength Proverbs 3:5 – Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart Romans 12:12 – Be Joyful in Hope, Patient in Affliction Philippians 4:6 – Do Not Be Anxious About Anything Romans 12:1 – Offer Your Bodies as Living Sacrifices John 10:10 – The Thief Comes Only to Steal Kill and Destroy Galatians 2:20 – I Have Been Crucified with Christ Matthew 28:20 – And Surely I Am with You Always Matthew 11:12 Matthew 11:28 – Come to Me All Who Are Weary Matthew 16:19 – Keys of the Kingdom Matthew 17:20 – Faith of a Mustard Seed Matthew 18:10 Matthew 18:19 – If Two of You on Earth Agree about Anything Matthew 18:3 Matthew 18:6 – If Anyone Causes One of These Little Ones to Stumble Matthew 19:14 – Suffer the Little Children to Come unto Me Matthew 25:40 – Whatsoever You Do to the Least of My Brothers Matthew 28:20 – And Surely I Am with You Always Matthew 5:13 – You Are the Salt of the Earth Matthew 5:14 – You Are the Light of the World Matthew 5:16 – Let Your Light Shine Before Others Matthew 5:18 Matthew 5:22 Matthew 6:33 – Seek First His Kingdom Matthew 7:6 – Do Not Cast Your Pearls Before Swine Luke 10:19 Luke 12:48 – With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility Luke 2:14 – Glory to God in the Highest Heaven Luke 21:25 – and There Shall Be Signs in the Sun, Moon and Stars Luke 22:36 – If You Don’t Have a Sword, Sell Your Cloak and Buy One Luke 9:23 – Pick up Your Cross and Follow Me the Me is Jesus not men. John 1:1 – The Word Was God John 1:14 – The Word Became Flesh John 1:16 – Grace upon Grace John 1:5 – Light in the Darkness John 10:10 – Steal Kill and Destroy John 10:34 – I Have Said You Are “gods” John 12:24 – Unless a Seed Falls to the Ground and Dies John 14:27 – Peace I Leave with You My Peace I Give to You John 14:6 – No One Comes to the Father Except Through Me John 15:13 – No Greater Love than to Lay down One’s Life John 15:16 – You Did Not Choose Me, but I Chose You John 15:7 – If You Remain in Me and My Words Remain in You John 16:33 – I Have Overcome the World John 20:17 – I Am Ascending to My Father John 3:16 – For God so Loved the World John 3:30 – He Must Become Greater, I Must Become Less John 3:5 – Born of Water and the Spirit John 3:8 – The Wind Blows Wherever It Pleases John 7:24 – Stop Judging by Mere Appearances John 8:32 – The Truth Will Set You Free John 8:44 – Father of Lies is from satan and can come through men. This Jesus who is the Lord and King already will not let those who John 3:15-17 fall away from Him or let someone take that person away from Him. He is this to the saved people***Romans 1:20 – For since the Creation of the World He is the way of the New Covenant. He as the Savior calls for His people to Romans 12:10 – Be Devoted to One Another in Love Romans 12:12 – Be Joyful in Hope, Patient in Affliction Romans 12:2 – Be Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind Romans 13:4 Romans 3:23 – For All Have Sinned and Fall Short of the Glory of God Romans 8:18 – Present Suffering and Future Glory Romans 8:28 – God Works All Things for Good Romans 8:31 – If God Is for Us Who Can Be Against Us Those who want salvation to be completed at the end of this life are to 1 Corinthians 1:25 – The Foolishness of God Is Wiser than Human Wisdom 1 Corinthians 10:13 – No Temptation Has Overtaken You 1 Corinthians 10:23 – I Have the Right to Do Anything 1 Corinthians 10:31 – Whether You Eat or Drink 1 Corinthians 11:5 1 Corinthians 12:3 1 Corinthians 13:11 – When I Was a Child I Thought as a Child 1 Corinthians 13:12 1 Corinthians 13:13 – And Now These Three Remain: Faith, Hope and Love 1 Corinthians 13:4 – Love Is Patient, Love Is Kind 1 Corinthians 13:7 – Love Bears All Things 1 Corinthians 13:8 – Love Never Fails 1 Corinthians 14:40 – Let All Things Be Done Decently and in Order 1 Corinthians 15:19 1 Corinthians 15:33 – Bad Company Corrupts Good Character 1 Corinthians 15:55 – Oh Death Where Is Your Sting 1 Corinthians 15:58 – Your Labor in the Lord Is Not in Vain 1 Corinthians 16:13 – Be on Your Guard; Stand Firm in the Faith 1 Corinthians 16:14 – Do Everything in Love 1 Corinthians 2:14 1 Corinthians 2:15 – The Spiritual Man Judges All Things 1 Corinthians 2:9 – No Eye Has Seen, What No Ear Has Heard 1 Corinthians 3:15 1 Corinthians 5:11 1 Corinthians 7:15 – If an Unbelieving Spouse Leaves 1 Corinthians 9:24 – All the Runners Run, but Only One Gets the Prize 1 Corinthians 9:27 When the saved person can’t, they are to let God do it for them. 2 Corinthians 10:5 2 Corinthians 12:10 – When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong 2 Corinthians 12:9 – My Grace Is Sufficient for You 2 Corinthians 3:17 – Where the Spirit of the Lord Is, There Is Freedom 2 Corinthians 3:18 2 Corinthians 3:6 – for the Letter Kills, but the Spirit Gives Life 2 Corinthians 4:11 2 Corinthians 4:6 2 Corinthians 4:7 – We Have This Treasure in Jars of Clay 2 Corinthians 5:21 – God Made Him Who Had No Sin 2 Corinthians 5:7 – For We Live by Faith, Not by Sight 2 Corinthians 7:10 – Godly Sorrow Brings Repentance 2 Corinthians 9:15 – Thanks Be to God for His Indescribable Gift 2 Corinthians 9:8 – and God Is Able to Bless You Abundantly We are to stay with the Savior Jesus who is already the Christ! Remember that we all are what God says we are. Galatians 2:20 – Crucified with Christ Galatians 3:28 – Neither Jew nor Greek Galatians 5:1 – It Is for Freedom That Christ Has Set Us Free Galatians 6:10 – We Have Opportunity, Let Us Do Good to All People Galatians 6:2 – Carry Each Other’s Burdens Galatians 6:7 – God Is Not Mocked Galatians 6:9 – Do Not Grow Weary in Doing Good We are at war but not with humankind- Ephesians 3:20 – Now to Him Who Is Able to Do Immeasurably More Ephesians 6:12 – Our Struggle Is Not Against Flesh and Blood We can stand still, let Go of the past and turn the devil away. Philippians 1:6 – He Who Has Begun a Good Work in You Philippians 4:13 – I Can Do All This Through Him Who Gives Me Strength Philippians 4:19 – And My God Will Meet All Your Needs Philippians 4:7 – Peace That Surpasses All Understanding Philippians 4:8 – Whatever Is True Whatever Is Noble James 1:12 – Blessed Is the One Who Perseveres under Trial James 1:17 – Every Good and Perfect Gift Is from Above James 1:22 – Do Not Merely Listen to the Word James 1:26 James 1:27 – To Look after Orphans and Widows James 4:3 James 4:7 – Resist the Devil and He Will Flee from You 1 Peter 5:10 – the God of All Grace 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast All Your Anxiety on Him Hebrews 10:26 – No Sacrifice for Sins Is Left Hebrews 11:1 – Now Faith Is Confidence in What We Hope For Hebrews 13:2 – Do Not Forget to Show Hospitality to Strangers Hebrews 4:12 – The Word of God Is Living and Active Hebrews 6:19 – Hope Anchors the Soul 2 Timothy 1:12 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Timothy 2:15 – Do Your Best to Present Yourself to God 2 Timothy 3:16 – All Scripture Is God-Breathed 1 John 4:18 – Perfect Love Drives out Fear 1 John 4:20 The end of time will come but men do not get to bring it to pass or say when it is over for the human race. If you are worried about the Great tribulations, Repent and be saved and you will not see it happen. The Raptures are the next thing to come on this earth. Revelation 21:4 – He Will Wipe Away Every Tear Revelation 22:11 – Let Him Who Is Filthy Be Filthy Still Revelation 3:16 – Because You Are Lukewarm I Spit You Out Revelation 3:20 – I Stand at the Door and Knock Revelation 3:9 – The Synagogue of Satan When we talk about worshiping God and praising the Lord, many Christians think about the moment they sing worship songs during church services on a Sunday morning. But it was to be every day, and anywhere we are. However, there is much more to the act of worship than that. The Scriptures tell us to follow the different ways and forms of worship that will enrich our Christian life. You will find new ways to express your devotion to the Lord, and they will help you get closer to Him. And He is not out to get money or anything from you other than worship, and obedience. * By Trusting in the Mediator Christ Jesus we remove from the worship of men and their flavor of what God is. “For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.” (1st Timothy 2:5-7 ) Due to our sin, we could not reach up to God. However, God took the first step by reaching down to us and sending His son, Jesus Christ to die for our sin. Those who have trusted in the Son of God now have a pure heart and can draw near to God. * Saved people and all of humankind can be Accessing God from Anywhere they are. “Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.” (Hebrews 10:19-22 ) In the Old Testament, there was a place in the temple called the Holy Place, and the High Priest was only allowed back there once a year, just on the day of atonement. It was the Holy Place because it was where God dwelt most fully on earth. Due to the blood of Jesus, God’s presence is not just confined to the Holy Place in the house of God, so we can draw near to God anywhere and be in the presence of the Lord. * By Taking Intentional Time to Seek Him for forgiveness of sin. “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” (James 4:8 ) While it is true that God is always present with us, the more we seek after Him, the more we realize His presence is there. Some of the best things we can do to seek and spend time with God is read God’s word in the Bible. If you do not have access to a physical Bible, there are many different Bible apps available. You can also meet in a small group to talk more about God, sing and listen to worship music, listen to Christian podcasts, work through Bible study guides or join one or more Bible study groups. *** Daily Confessing Sin and knowing that we are not anything but saved from our past, and still can sin. “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16 ) Just because someone is living the Christian life does not mean that they do not sometimes seek their own way and have sin in their life. The good news is that we draw near to the right hand of God by confessing that sin to Him and thanking Him for mercy and grace. We meet with our heavenly Father for grace and forgiveness. * By Bible Reading if we can! But understand in our hearts that all of God word the Bible is His doctrine of truth. “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work” (2nd Timothy 3:16 ) Every word in the Bible was written by man but was inspired by God through the power of the Holy Spirit. That means every single Bible verse is from God. We draw near to God by taking quiet time and reading the Bible, which He gave to us. * By Praying “Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise.” (James 5:13 ) When we are having a difficult time, such as when we are suffering, we can pray, and He hears us. When we are doing well, we can sing to Him, which can be another way to pray. One way we can draw near to God is by talking to Him through prayer. * By Loving God and People “‘And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” (Mark 12:30-31 ) As we choose to love God and people, it draws us closer to Him. We grow a closer relationship with God by choosing to love God and people. It is not that these good works make God love us more, but we understand who God is in a deeper way by loving Him and the people around us. *** The forgiven person has already been given the Holy Spirit.*** Sanctification is what God does for the person He forgives. “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.” (John 14:16-17 ) The Helper that Jesus is talking about here is the Holy Spirit of God. The Holy Spirit dwelt with people in the Old Testament, but the Holy Spirit lives inside all believers in the New Testament. While Jesus was physically limited here on earth to one place at one time, the Holy Spirit is not limited and helps all people draw close to God. ***Fellowship is Spending Time with Other Christians “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” (Acts 2:42 ) In this scripture, we get a sneak peek at what would happen as the early church gathered together. As a group, they gathered in the sight of the Lord and listened to preaching (apostles’ teaching), had fellowship together, broke bread (Communion), and prayed. They did all of these activities so they could draw near to God. * Seeking the True God who has mercy on all people. “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” (Psalm 145:15 ) To draw near to God, we must call upon the true God. We cannot make up our own idea of who God is and seek that idea. Reading Bible verses daily is the best way to find out who the true God is. If you have a hard time understanding these verses, a good Christian podcast can help. Since God has drawn near to us by sending Jesus, as we can read about in John 3:16, so those who have trusted Jesus now have an opportunity to draw near to Him. We can draw nearer to our Almighty God anywhere by taking intentional time to confess sin, read the Word, pray, love people, spend time with Christians, seek truth and work on our spiritual growth. May the Holy Spirit enable us with sincere hearts to draw near to God first thing in the morning, all throughout the day, and at night as we lie down after a long day. * Worship the Lord in Spirit and Truth, all of humankind can have Church anywhere Matthew 18:20, because the church is the people of God, men have made it a building where they are the boss over salvation, but God has no such thing. In a well-known episode from the New Testament, Jesus told the Samaritan woman what the Father is seeking in His true worshipers (John 4:23). That message of Christ taught us that worship is no longer about following outward rituals that may hide a non-committed participant, as it was in the Old Testament days. Our worship must be a truthful expression that connects us to the Father on a deep spiritual level. Worshiping in spirit and truth requires both our emotions and our knowledge of God. It is neither only about feelings nor only about the intellectual understanding of who God is – it is about both. We worship God with our hearts and with our minds as well. True worship is only possible because of the mediation of Christ Jesus (1 Timothy 2:5) and the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives (John 14:15-18). Keep that in mind when you worship God, no matter how you do it. “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him.” (John 4:23 ) * Worship Through the Bible Legitimate praise and worship require “truth” (John 4:23), so we need to go to the Bible to find it. Praise is the expression of admiration for who God is and what He has done. Worship is an act of devotion, reverence, and submission to Him. We need to know what God revealed about Himself in Scripture. We need the Bible to tell us what is true about the Lord and to give us examples so we know how to properly relate to Him. If we praise or worship a figure of our imagination, then it is not the true God from the Bible we are praising or worshiping. To get started, go to the book of Psalms. You will find many beautiful songs and prayers of praise and worship there. “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:” (2 Timothy 3:16 ) * Worship Through Prayer Prayer is not just a way to send requests to God. It is the act of communicating with the Almighty. A fundamental element of this communication is praising and worshiping Him. Make sure to have a moment to connect to God on a deeper level during your quiet time. In your prayers, praise God for who He is and what He has done, and let it lead you to worship Him, to surrender your life to Him, and to acknowledge Him as your Lord. Include prayers of praise and worship in your daily life, for the Lord is worthy of our praise. “Let my prayer be set before You as incense, the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.” (Psalm 141:2 ) *Worship Through Thanksgiving When you think about who God is and what He has done, rejoice and be thankful to Him. Focus on the good things God has given you, especially during difficult times. Gratitude prevents you from focusing on the negative aspects of your life. When we pay attention to what we have instead of what we lost or what we wish we had, we realize how God has taken care of us during the hard times and the good times as well. So, make a daily inventory of your life during your prayer time, be thankful, praise and worship your Heavenly Father for everything He has done. “By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.” (Hebrews 13:15 ) * Worship Through Music is not a sin. When we talk about praise and worship, most Christians often think about worship music. They picture the church building, the worship leader, the band with stringed instruments, and the whole congregation ready to sing praises to the Lord. Then comes the first notes from a jubilant song, and soon everyone is worshiping the Lord God Almighty with their hands raised high. This is indeed a powerful way to praise and worship the Holy God. Corporate worship is important for our Christian life. But keep in mind that you can worship through music privately too. Use music in your quiet time, and let it help you connect with the Lord. So, turn up the volume and sing praises to our Good Father, raise high the name of the Lord Jesus, and exalt the Spirit of God! “I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live: I will sing praise to my God while I have my being.” (Psalm 104:33 ) * Worship Through Remembrance Our memory often fails us. But we cannot let that be an excuse to dismiss what our Father God has done for us. The Bible tells us what happened when the people of Israel forgot about their past, about all the good things that God had done for them. They ended up drifting away from the Lord. They worshiped idols instead of the one true God. When we fail to remember the steadfast love of the God of the Universe, it is our most tragic loss. So, make it a personal goal to keep track and remember what God has done in your life. “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits:” (Psalm 103:2 ) * Worship Through Your Testimony Look at your life. You will find a lot to say about God’s love, grace, and mercy. Even during hard times, we can find many reasons to praise Him. So, do not be silent about it. Jesus called us to be witnesses of Him no matter where we are (Acts 1:8). A witness tells of what they saw or heard themselves. So tell the truth about what Jesus Christ has done for you to the people you know. Tell them about what you have seen and heard. Let them know how good our God is and everything He has done in your life. “Praise him for his mighty acts: praise him according to his excellent greatness.” (Psalm 150:2 ) * Worship Through Serving Others Jesus said that He came to the world not to be served but to serve. He told us to follow His example by serving and loving others as well (Mark 10:44-45). We must not use our gifts from God for our personal gain but in service for those close to us (1 Peter 4:10). Imitating Christ and using God’s gifts and opportunities the way He wants us to are excellent ways to worship Him and show our devotion and reverence for our beloved Father. So we must get out of our comfort zones and do what pleases the Lord. “For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” (Galatians 5:13 ) * Worship Through Your Words Everything that we say has an impact. There is no doubt that words are powerful. We may bless or curse a person with only our words. We may heal or hurt them in just a moment, depending on what we choose to say. So we need to be intentional and use our words wisely. First and foremost, our words need to bring glory to God (Colossians 3:17). Do your best to use your words to worship the Lord in every way, by saying words of praise to Him or by blessing other people with them in His Holy Name. “Let my mouth be filled with thy praise and with thy honor all the day.” (Psalm 71:8 *) * Worship Through Marveling at God’s Creation We learn about the character of God by observing everything He created, the work of His hands. The more we know about the Universe, the more we are in awe of God’s majestic power. No matter if we look at the biggest stars in the sky or the tiniest creatures on Earth, everything shows us how amazing our God is. Take some time every day to observe creation in its details and let it show you the glory of our awesome God. Worship the Creator of the beauty you see all around you. “The heavens declare the glory of God; And the firmament shows His handiwork.” (Psalm 19:1 ) * Worship Through Body Expressions The Bible shows us that servants of God worshiped Him not only with words, but they used their very bodies to demonstrate their devotion to the Lord. Here are some examples of physical postures used as expressions of worship: Lifting hands (Psalm 141:2) Clapping hands (Psalm 47:1) Bowing down (Psalm 95:6) Kneeling (Psalm 95:6) Dancing (Psalm 149:3) Dancing is not a sin. The Bible tells us that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and we should glorify God with our bodies (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Use these biblical examples to express your joy and reverence for Him. Please keep in mind that the leadership of the local church may recommend that members avoid using body expressions that, although being legitimate in a biblical sense, may not be appropriate for the public services in a specific place or culture. In that case, respect their recommendations and use body expressions at home, in your private worship moments. “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” (Romans 12:1 ) * Worship Through seeking to understanding Bible Verses One of the most important things about our relationship with the Lord is knowing the Bible. Thus we need time for Bible study and meditation in our daily lives. We also need to practice the habit of memorizing verses and portions of the Bible. Learning the Word of God and committing it to our memories helps us in many ways. That includes our moments of worship and our prayers of praise when we use those verses to adore the Almighty God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. “My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:” (Proverbs 3:1 ) * Worship Through Meditating on the Bible We’ve talked about reading, studying, and memorizing the Bible. It is the Word of God, the revelation that He gave us about Himself. But we need to be careful to avoid a shallow approach to our Bible reading time. It is not just about gaining intellectual knowledge. We also need to let it reach our hearts and change our lives. We need to meditate on what we read and study so it can make an impact on the way we think and renew our minds (Romans 12:2). “But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night.” (Psalm 1:2 ) * Worship Through Confessing Sins Sin keeps the sinner away from God (Romans 3:23). Jesus has already provided a solution to the problem of sin: His own blood that was shed on the cross and His own life that was given to pay for all our sins. Even though our sins are paid for and forgiven, we need to confess them. It is for our benefit. We need to acknowledge that we did something that was against the will of God and express our sorrow for it. We also take hold of God’s promise of forgiveness. When we do that, it is a great way to worship the Lord, by believing and trusting His Word, and honoring Jesus’s sacrifice for us. “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9 *) * Worship Through Obedience*** Holy Living Is Obedience, it is where the truly saved person lives as God calls for under His doctrines that are His creed for the saved person. True worship implies a willingness to obey God’s Word. When you worship God, you submit to Him humbly and reverently, recognizing that He is the Lord of your life. Obedience is an outcome of that. A true believer obeys the word of God out of love for Him (John 14:15; Matthew 22:36-38). But we need to put our energy and will into it. Obedience doesn’t come easily. We depend upon the help of the Spirit of God to do it. And the more we know and love the Lord, the more we truly want to obey Him. “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” (John 14:15 ) * Worship Through Journaling Our memories of what the good Lord has done for us help us in our praise and worship of God. If we let the good things He has done vanish from our memories, we fail to acknowledge His goodness and be grateful to Him. But you can easily avoid that. Use a journal to record what the Lord has done in your life. Write about the events and what you felt. Write down your prayers and the answers you received. Then, use your journal while you read your devotionals. It will help you remember and inspire you to praise and worship the Lord. “This will be written for the generation to come, that a people yet to be created may praise the Lord.” (Psalm 102:18 NKJV) * Worship Through Giving Money is a sensitive subject for everyone (1 Timothy 6:10). Many people abuse it or are abused by those who have much of it (Proverbs 22:7). But the Lord has called us to serve Him, not money (Matthew 6:24). Money can be a blessing if we don’t allow it to govern our lives. We need to use it wisely and understand that it is God who provides for our needs (Hebrews 13:5). So, using your money to bless your church and people in need is a great way to testify about God’s provision in your life and to show how you trust Him to continue providing for your needs (Philippians 4:19). “So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7 NKJV) *Worship Through Fellowship and Community in the Church When we talk about worship in the church, we usually think about the corporate worship moments during the services. That’s when the whole congregation sings songs of praise to God. Those are important and powerful moments indeed. However, it is a good idea to also think of more ways to worship the Lord in community. The fellowship between believers is a beautiful testimony of God’s goodness. So, be intentional in pursuing deeper relationships in your community of faith. Gather together to tell each other testimonies and worship the Lord. We, the children of God, are meant to help each other grow in faith as part of our loving family (Hebrews 10:25). “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” (Colossians 3:16 ) * Worship Through Your Work Many Christians separate their work life and their faith as if they were incompatible. But our faith is who we are. We are children of God, no matter where we are or what we do for a living. It doesn’t mean that we have to preach all the time. But we do have to live and work in a way that glorifies and honors God. When our colleagues and customers know that we are Christians, our lives should be a good testimony to them for our Lord. The apostle Paul said that we should work hard as if our boss were Jesus Himself (Colossians 3:23-24). Keep that in mind and do your work in a way to worship the name of the Lord. “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.” (Colossians 3:23-24 ) * Worship Through Your Life, what a person does shows worship. Everything we do reflects what we believe. People who know that we are believers will often shape their view of God based on what we do more than what we say. Thus, we need to do our best to express our faith through our actions as well as our words. Each life is a series of opportunities to worship God through everything each one of us does. We can show our devotion to God even through mundane daily tasks. And then, when we least expect it, we will impact other people’s lives with our faith. That is a powerful way to witness God and worship Him through our lives. “Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (1 Corinthians 10:31 ) * Worship by Sharing Your Faith If you are a believer, you have a lot to say about how good, gracious, merciful, and loving our God is. But don’t keep that information to yourself. You need to tell other people about Him. So, let them know about who God is and what He has done for you and everybody else. First and foremost, let them know that God sent His own Son to die for our sins (John 3:16). Tell them about what you have read in the Bible and what you experienced yourself. “But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” (1 Peter 2:9 ) * Worship Through Art God gave artistic gifts to some of us. It is only natural that we use those gifts to praise and worship Him. Think about creative ways to express who God is, what He has done for you, your gratitude towards Him, etc. Write poems and songs, draw, paint, sculpt, take photos of God’s creations. There are many ways to use and practice your talents inspired by the goodness of our Lord. Don’t forget to share the art you create so you will inspire other people too. “He has filled them with skill to do all manner of work of the engraver and the designer and the tapestry maker, in blue, purple, and scarlet thread, and fine linen, and of the weaver — those who do every work and those who design artistic works.” (Exodus 35:35 ) * Worship with Humility Worship implies a reverence and submission to God that is only possible with a humble heart. We need to realize who God is and who we are, and admit our total dependence upon Him. The most important thing in our lives is the moment when we acknowledge how good, gracious, and merciful the Lord is, and we surrender our lives to Him. When we humbly think about so many good things He has done for us, we realize that we are not worthy of any of it. The humbler we are, the deeper we can understand the goodness of God and His love for us. Those understandings bring us to our knees in our worship of God. “Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.” (James 4:10 ) * Worship with Joy The book of Psalms has a lot to teach us about praise and worship. The psalmists invite us to join in with expressions such as “make a joyful noise” to the Lord (Psalm 95:1; 98:4, 6; 100:1), with “shouts for joy” or “cries of joy” (Psalm 88:1). Those psalms tell us of such a great joy that one cannot be silent about it. That’s the joy that comes from the Lord (Galatians 5:22). In good and hard times, we need to find our joy in Him. That’s how we can be joyful no matter the circumstances. So it is with our worship. It needs to be about Him, not about our situation or feelings. That’s how it can always be full of joy and gratitude for what God did for us. “Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.” (Philippians 4:4 ) * Worship with Reverence and Awe The Lord gives us many reasons to praise Him and invites us to worship Him. But the freedom that He gives us doesn’t mean that we can relate to Him in any way we want. Our worship must reflect the utmost reverence for the Great King in the highest heaven. Knowing who God is also brings us a sense of awe. Can you fathom what it means to create the whole universe? Can you imagine what it is like to know every single molecule that ever existed and that will exist in all creation? It is way beyond our understanding. So, keep that in mind and bring that reverence and awe when you worship the Lord. “Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe, ” (Hebrews 12:28 ) There are many ways to praise and worship the Lord. The list above presents several ideas that will help you approach God reverently and respectfully. Use those ideas to show your devotion and reverence to our beloved Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Call anytime, 859-274-2617- email [email protected]

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Questions and seeking the answers from the Scriptures. Thank you for your Email, and phone call. From: the Elder, and the Elder's wife, the Answer you seek, is a very good place to start standing in what God says you are, this answer will help you stop letting others determine who you are in Jesus and show you how God wants each person to stand in Him. Romans 12: 2- says "be transformed by the renewing of your mind." Here are scripture verses that anyone can turn into prayers and declarations to help them, renew their mind to what God says about Who one is in Him. When anyone takes the time to renew their mind, they are strengthened on the inside. I pray these will help you to understand that others do not get to rule over what God says you are.. Any ministry that Jesus is the Lord in, has God as the God and has those God called as shepherds, under the all Christian, and all New Covenant, as God has said in Jer. 3:15-16- Rom. 10:14-16- those leaders are continually talking about the application of truth, it seems proper for God’s people to be sure of the foundation upon which they stand. Who the saved are in Christ? The Apostle John wrote his first letter to address this very question: “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God that you may know that you have eternal life” (1 John 5:13). So when we read through John’s letter, we see that he answers this question from several different angles. The Bible clearly teaches that the moment a person turns from his sin and trusts in Jesus to be forgiven of his sin, he is saved (Acts 2:37-41). He has passed from spiritual death to spiritual life (John 5:24) and has been declared not guilty in God's court of law (Rom 3:21-26), and that every person who comes to Jesus as John 3:16 tells us belongs to God.. God has began a good work in the forgiven person, and You will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus (Phil 1:6) this like the song says I AM GOING ALL THE WAY each person who God has sanctified has been given the power to go all the way, there is power in the blood of Jesus who is the only CHRIST. Men are not the savior, not even the clergy, are the savior This Jesus who is the Christ who saved all the sins of the world, from the past fall in the garden, and God let mankind come to Him as John 4:16, says so their time of repentance, of what sins they have done, can be forgiven, and the new covenant way of living Holy before the Lord in this human of flesh and blood time under this Jesus as the head of the church who is the saved people, is completed, is God’s will for His made humankind, as we see Him, JESUS, called the Christmas Jesus in Luke 2:1-122 it is where God shows mercy in the days of salvation, and we see that we are not to let anyone police our salvation here on this earth, no, one but God.. The forgiven person can ask anything from God in Jesus’ name and receive it if I ask with correct motives. (John 15:16 & James 4:3) once a person has been forgiven, there is a work going on inside them, The truth is that it is God who forgave you, and it was not a preacher who died on the cross for you, salvation from one’s past can only come through the savior. So God requires us to walk by faith, not by sight (2 Cor 5:7) It will show if the person has been given, , and God forgave them. That person will not do anything against God, and not repent. Holiness living is part of their life now. Heb. 8: 1-13 show;s them they do not have to boss others' salvation, and they don’t even have to go next door to tell someone about who God is. The saved person who receives Jesus are the savior and Lord, is now one of God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved (Colossians 3:12) God has sanctified those who, He has forgiven, and so as His that person is loved by God and called to be a saint (Romans 1:7) Because of his great love for what He made, God, who is rich in mercy, made the forgiven person alive with Christ even when they were dead in transgressions-it is by grace I have been saved. (Ephesians 2:4-5) Here Grace and God’s mercy are the same things. The forgiven person can rejoice because my name is written in heaven.(Luke 10:20), And can see how that Psalm 23, holds true for them because of what God has done, as we read about in psalm 24, He God has cleaned the hands and the heart. In love God predestined this Jesus as the savior of the world, so those who would make the choice of Jesus as the only way, to be adopted as his son(daughter) through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given all humankind through the work of Grace under that John 3:16 choice, in the One he loves. He will return for, (Ephesians 1:5-6) It is by grace that I have been saved through faith, and this not from myself, it is a gift of God. Not by work so that no one can boast. (Eph 2:8-9) The saved have this to always stand on, they are accepted by Christ. (Romans 15:7) All of Heaven cherished them, (Psalms 83:3) The forgiveness of God where He has sanctified them lets the sin of the past be taken away so they have been made perfect forever ( Hebrews 10:14) The sins of adam has been forgiven, because the Jesus paid for those sins, so the hold world has been made holy through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all (Heb 10:10) Sanctification, from the sin one repents of and God forgives, make them a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. (2 Corinthians 5:17) This is where one becomes, more than a conqueror through him who loved me. (Romans 8:37) The all Christian all New Covenant people are given a choice to part of a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, Part of Your own special people, that I may proclaim Your praises for You called me out of darkness into Your marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9) God’s forgiveness take us all to a place where we have been made alive with Christ, even when there was dead in transgressions (Ephesians 2:5) The one who is in me is greater than the one who is in the world. (1 John 4:4) Why do you hate what God hates? Because you who God has saved and forgiven have the mind of Christ. (1 Cor. 2:16) With Jesus as your Lord this is working in your life. You are now for the praise of his glory. (Ephesians 1:12) You are now predestined to be conformed to the likeness of Your Son. (Romans 8:29) The savior has brought you forth from your mother’s womb. I will ever praise You. (Psalms 71:6) Here God shows you who you are in Jesus. WHO ARE YOU IN CHRIST? You are a, I AM. I did not choose You, but You chose me and appointed me to go and bear fruit-fruit that will last (John 15:16) I am to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved..the fragrance of life. (2 Cor 2:15-16) I am clothed with garments of salvation and arrayed in a robe of righteousness (Isaiah 61:10) I am created for Your glory (Isaiah 43:7) Because I have been united with You, Lord I am one with You in spirit. (1 Cor 6:17) I am born of God so I will overcome the world (1 John 5:4) You have redeemed me and have summoned me by name, I am Yours therefore I will not fear (Isaiah 43:1) I am Your beloved and will rest secure in You for You shield me all day long and I will rest between Your shoulders (Deut 33:12) (spoken of Benjamin in the Old Testament, be we are dearly loved too) For You so loved me that You gave Your one and only Son and because I believe in Jesus, I shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16) My body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. He lives in me. (1 Cor 6:19) Since I have been justified through faith, I have peace with God through You, my Lord Jesus Christ (Romans 5:1) I am a minister of reconciliation. God has reconciled me to himself and is not counting my sins against me. (2 Cor 5:18-19) I am being made holy (Hebrews 10:14) I was bought with a price, therefore I will honor God with my body ( 1 Cor 6:20) I died and my life is now hidden with Christ in God. (Colossians 3:3) I have been buried with Jesus in baptism and raised with Jesus through my faith in the power of God, who raised Jesus from the dead. (Colossians 2:12) God raised me up with Christ and seated me with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:6) I have been raised with Christ (Colossians 3:1) I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. (Galatians 2:20) You chose to give me birth through the word of truth, that I might be a kind of first fruits of all You created. (James 1:18) I am chosen before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in Your sight. (Ephesians 1:4) Your divine power has given me everything I need for life and godliness through knowing You who called me by Your own glory and goodness. (2Peter 1:3) You have given me Your very great and precious promises, so that through them I may participate in the divine nature and escape the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. (2Peter 1:4) I have been given fullness in Christ, who is head over every power and authority. (Colossians 2:10) I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13) I have received God's abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness and will reign in life through Jesus Christ. (Romans 5:17) Through Christ Jesus, the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2) I am kept safe and the evil one cannot harm me. (1 John 5:18) My citizenship is in heaven (Phil 3:20) Through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ, I have received a precious faith. (2 Peter 1:1) I am born of God and so I do not continue to sin (my spirit is born-again, completely righteous. My body and my soul are catching up to my spirit that has been made perfect) (1 John 5:18) I have taken off my old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. (Colossians 3:9-10) And these signs will accompany me because I believe: In Jesus name I will drive out demons; I will speak in new tongues; if I pick up snakes with my hands; and if I drink deadly poison, it will not hurt me at all; I will place my hands on sick people, and they will get well. (Mark 16:17-18) I have been given authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm me. (Luke 10:19) I believe in You, and so the works that You do I will do also; and greater works than these I will do, because You go to Your Father (John 14:12) I am Christ's ambassador, as though God were making his appeal through me. (2 Corinthians 5:20) I have been born again, not of corruptible seed but incorruptible, through the word of God which lives and abides forever (1 Peter 1:23) I am Your workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which You prepared in advance for me to do.(Ephesians 2:10) I overcome the enemy by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of my testimony (Revelations 12:11) I am a child of God and so I am an heir-and heir of God and co-heir with Christ, if indeed I share in his sufferings in order that I may also share in his glory. (Romans 8:17) God made him who had no sin to be sin for me, so that in him I might become the righteousness of God. (2 Cor. 5:21) My body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in me, whom I have received from God? I am not my own (1 Cor 6:19) I am the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. (Matthew 5:14) In him I have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace that he lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding(Ephesians 1:7-8) God has blessed me in the heavenly realms with EVERY spiritual blessing in Christ. (Ephesians 1:3) I was marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, which is a deposit guaranteeing my inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession-to the praise of his glory. (Ephesians 1:13-14) I have been rescued from the dominion of darkness and brought into the kingdom of the Son he loves (Colossians 1:13) Christ redeemed me from the curse of the law (sin, sickness, & poverty) by becoming a curse for me (Galatians 3:13, Deuteronomy 28:15-68) The same spirit that raised Christ from the dead lives in me and he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to my mortal body through his Spirit. (Romans 8:11) He himself bore my sins in his body on the tree, so that I might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds I have been healed. (1 Peter 2:24) Thank You Father for You have qualified me to share in the inheritance of the saints in the kingdom of light. (Colossian 1:12) For God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. (2 Timothy 1:7) In Christ and through faith in Him, I may approach You with freedom and confidence (Eph 3:12) I have been made a kingdom and priest to serve You God and I will reign on earth (Rev 5:10) I am called into fellowship with Your Son Jesus Christ my Lord who is faithful ( 1Cor 1:9) I have been baptized into Christ and have clothed yourself with Christ (Gal 3:27) I am surrounded with Your favor as with a shield (Psalms 5:12) We all have different gifts according to the grace given us. (Romans 12:6) (I have been given a gift by the grace You have given me.) I am engraved on the palms of Your hands. (Isaiah 49:16) It was not with perishable things such as silver and gold that I was redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to me from my forefathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect (1 Peter 1:18-19) I will be strong in You, Lord and in Your mighty power (Eph 6:10) By my faith in You, I am shielded by Your power until the coming of the salvation (1Peter 1:5) I am free from condemnation (Romans 8:1) I am a member of Christ’s body (1 Cor 12:27) All things work together for my good because I love God and I am called according to His purpose (Rom 8:28) How precious to me are your thoughts, O God. How vast is the sum of them. Were I to count them they would outnumber the grains of sand. (Psalms 139:17-18) I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety (Psalms 4:8) I will be like a well-watered garden as I do away with the yoke of oppression, the pointing finger, and malicious talk, and spend myself on behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed (Isaiah 58:10-11 ) I take up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. (Ephesians 6:16) My weapons are not carnal, but mighty in God. They have divine power to demolish strongholds. (2 Cor 10:4) Help me take captive every thought that tries to exalt itself above the knowledge of God. (2 Cor 10:5) You will never leave me and will never forsake me (Heb 13:5) You are faithful and will strengthen and protect me from the evil one. (2Thess 3:3) I will have grace and peace in abundance through knowing You, God and Jesus my Lord. (2 Peter 1:2) When Christ, who is my life, appears, then I also will appear with him in glory. (Colossians 3:4) I have given, and it will be given to me. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into my lap. For with the measure I use, it will be measured to me. (Luke 6:38) My God will meet all my needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:19) I will not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, I will present my requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard my heart and my mind in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7) Thank you that whatever I ask in your name you will do, so that You (Jesus) may bring glory to the Father. (John 14:13) Every good and perfect gift I receive is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (James 1:17) I will look intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continue to do this, not forgetting what I have heard, but doing it-I will be blessed in what I do. (James 1:25) I will show you my faith by what I do. (James 2:18) Let me be wise and understanding and let me show it by a good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. (James 3:13) I pray for wisdom that comes from heaven which is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. (James 3:17) I will make every effort to add to my faith goodness, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, & love. For if I possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep me from being ineffective and unproductive in my knowledge of You, my Lord Jesus Christ. …If I do these things, I will never fall, and I will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. (2 Peter 1:5-8, 10-11) You are my shepherd, I shall not be in want (Psalms 23:1) In view of Your mercy God, I offer my body as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to You. (Romans 12:1) I do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but will be transformed by the renewing of my mind. Then I will be able to test and approve what Your good, pleasing and perfect will is (Romans 12:2) I will not think more highly of myself than I ought to (Romans 12:3) You give me the victory through my Lord Jesus Christ (1 Cor. 15:57) You will fulfill Your purpose for me (Psalms 138:8) You have plans for me, not to harm me, but to give me a hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11) When the new I AM is in need, they will submit to You, God. I resist the devil, and he will flee from me. (James 4:7) I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 3:14) I set my heart on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. (Colossians 3:1) I set my mind on things above, not on earthly things. (Colossians 3:2) If God is for me, who can be against me (Romans 8:31) Nothing can separate me from God’s love (Romans 8:38) Someone else does not have the power to police your salvation, we are what God says we are in Him. take whatever is going on in your life to God in prayer, do not pray at Him but to Him. Your servant’s and brother, and sister, in the Lord, call or email anytime. [email protected] 859-274-2617. 463 east high st. Owingsville Ky.

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Who and What are Angels? When we talk about Angels, it Does show us How God is in charge. It points back to where we understand that It is Jesus who makes us more than where we have come from, and more than what we have done in sin, more than what someone may have done to one of us. If we reflect on the stories of Biblical Angels, as we see in stories like Elijah’s, messages, they often come when we need them most, but rather than providing answers, or solutions, Biblical Angels typically offer us fortitude, strength, and the guidance we need to complete our spiritual journeys and appreciate the human experience. We should just read about how, The Lord makes sure there are angels around us. Let’s talk about, and read about, guardian angels. John 3 Thankyou for your request. From Pastor- Elder Simon Kidd, 364 east high st. Owingsville Ky, [email protected] 859-274-2617 Please keep in mind this is what Jesus himself said: When He was teaching about guardian angels, He says this is not a myth; all Humans are one group of human beings, in the eyes of God, so all do actually have personal angels. This means that God so loves all of us, John 3:16, and even that person one of us may not like. It was in recognition of this that Jesus, in speaking of the children of the heavenly kingdom, said: “Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones, for I say to you, their angels do always behold the presence of the spirit of my Father.” Can we read just a little about this? The angels of the Bible are powerful and mighty. The Greek word “angelos” means messenger. Angels are God’s messengers and do his work. (Heb 1:14). Sometimes the Lord addresses an issue himself, but oftentimes he uses angels. They are spiritual beings, meaning not of flesh and blood, though sometimes they appear as human. (Heb 13:2, Luke 24:39) They are loyal and worship the Lord endlessly (Psalm 103, Rev 7). They have a will, intellect and emotion. (Jude 1:6) They have duties and a chain of command. (Dan 8:11) When an angel appears to a human in the Bible, the first words out of their mouth are usually “do not be afraid.” (Luke 1:26-33) They are glorious beings, but they are not to be worshiped or prayed to. And a great understanding is the we as humans should pray to God and not at Him. John encountered an angel in a vision and fell at his feet to worship him. “But he said to me, “Don’t do that! I am a fellow servant with you and with your brothers and sisters who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God! ” (Rev 19:10) Angels are with us from the very beginning of scripture and from the very beginning of our lives. They bring creativity, inspiration and comfort. Let’s talk about that blessed work, how angels weave their way into our lives. At the end of time when mankind has to account for their sins, What did Jesus say about the angels He will send? Matthew 13:41-42” Note, Hell will be very real” The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will gather out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all law-breakers, and throw them into the fiery furnace. This Jesue has always been, as we read about in John 1:1-4- so Angels are created beings; they have not always existed But were made. (Neh 9:6). They were created through Christ for Christ. (Col 1:16) The Bible says they were created before the earth was formed. In fact, they shouted for joy! (Job 38:7). We are not told how many angles there are! We don’t know an exact number, but there are “innumerable angels.” (Heb 12:22) Daniel said about God on the throne: “a thousand thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him; the court sat in judgment, and the books were opened.” (Dan 7:10) That’s 100 million right there! Read this–The Lord came from Sinai and dawned from Seir upon us; he shone forth from Mount Paran; he came from the ten thousands of holy ones, with flaming fire at his right hand. Deuteronomy 33:2 The chariots of God are twice ten thousand, thousands upon thousands; the Lord is among them; Sinai is now in the sanctuary. Psalm 68:17 Then I looked, and I heard around the throne and the living creatures and the elders the voice of many angels, numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. Revelation 5:11 Here you can spend some time in the Bible for yourselves, read this so you can understand what the biblical truth is about Angles. They do this, Angels praise God (Psalm 148:1-2; Isaiah 6:3). They worship God (Heb 1:6; Rev 5:8-13). They rejoice in what God does (Job 38:6-7). They serve God (Psalm 103:20; Rev 22:9). They appear before God (Job 1:6; 2:1). They are instruments of God’s judgments (Rev 7:1; 8:2). They carry out war against demonic forces (Dan 10:13; Rev 12:7–8). They bring answers to prayer (Acts 12:5-10). They aid in winning people to Christ (Acts 8:26; 10:3). That is that work going on in the person. They observe Christian order, work, and suffering (1 Cor 4:9; 11:10; Eph 3:10; 1 Peter 1:12). They encourage in times of danger (Acts 27:23-24). They care for the righteous at the time of death (Luke 16:22). Do not miss this in the scriptures. Is there an angel hierarchy? God is a God of order and authority. There is a chain of command in the angelic world. Since Christ’s resurrection, angels are under his direction and authority. (1 Peter 3:22) These types of angels are mentioned in the Bible: 1) cherubim 2) seraphim 3) the four living creatures and 4) elect angels. Michael the archangel, whose name means “”who is like unto God? ” seems to be the angelic leader. (Dan 10:21; 12:1; 1 Thes 4:16; Jude 1:9; Rev 12:7-10) Gabriel, whose name means “hero of God” is an important messenger, entrusted with delivering news to Daniel, Zechariah and Mary. Cherubim “He drove out the man, and at the east of the garden of Eden he placed the cherubim and a flaming sword that turned every way to guard the way to the tree of life.” Genesis 3:24 Seraphim “Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying.” Isaiah 6:2 Four living creatures “And around the throne, on each side of the throne, are four living creatures, full of eyes in front and behind: the first living creature like a lion, the second living creature like an ox, the third living creature with the face of a man, and the fourth living creature like an eagle in flight.And the four living creatures, each of them with six wings, are full of eyes all around and within, and day and night they never cease to say, ‘Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty who was and is and is to come! ’” Revelation 4:6–8 There are also fallen angels, demons, who fall into two categories: free and bound. Some are chained and awaiting judgment (2 Peter 2:4; Jude 1:6). Some are free and serve under Satan’s command. The Question is Do you believe in angels? It’s possible you have already met one in your life without even realizing it. When we go back to the scriptures, for any question we have about this world we live in and what God has told us we see that Angles are very real in our world, always have been and always will be. It might be that good Samaritan who helped you change your tire, that fellow patient who stayed with you in the hospital waiting room, or that person who returned a precious thing you lost. After all, God blessed the world with angels so they could help each of His children. Each of these angels has different responsibilities: Michael is a warrior, Raphael is a guardian, and Gabriel is a messenger. We often appeal to God, our Creator, when praying for courage, enlightenment, or wisdom. But it’s not just Him handling the heavenly support hotline. You can call on the spirit guides, loved ones in spirit, and of course, angels. They all work with God to provide the highest good and communicate with us through intuitive feelings and a variety of other ways. Angels are one of the most well-known figures in the world; even small children can recognize them. You see them on greeting cards, in movies, in TV shows and even as guardians. According to the Bible, angels are spiritual beings, created by God to serve His purposes. The English word "angel" comes from the Greek word ἄγγελος, meaning "messenger." Angels give messages to God’s people (Genesis 22:11-22), praise and worship God (Isaiah 6:2-3), provide protection for God’s people (Psalm 91:11-12), and carry out God’s judgment (2 Kings 19:35). In the New Testament, angels are often seen accompanying Jesus. They are present during his birth (Luke 1:26-38), his temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:11), his resurrection from the dead (John 20:11-13), and they will appear with him again at the final judgment (Matthew 16:27). The two most famous examples of angels in the Bible (and the only ones given names) are the angel Gabriel who stands in the Lord's presence (Luke 1:19), and Michael who fights against Satan and the enemies of God (Revelation 12:7). The angel of the Lord is another prominent angel in the Bible. The angel of the Lord appears frequently in the Old Testament, usually when something dramatic or meaningful is about to happen. The angel of the Lord primarily serves as a messenger from God, preparing the way for God’s appearance and intervention (Exodus 3:2). The angel of the Lord also appears in the New Testament to announce the birth of Jesus (Luke 2:9-12) and to roll away the stone at his tomb (Matthew 28:2). Not all angels are faithful servants of God. Fallen angels, also known as demons, were angels who rebelled against God, and were cast out of heaven for their disobedience. Revelation 12:7-9 says that a third of the angels fell from heaven when they followed Satan. As you can see, angels play an important part in carrying out God’s plan for the world. Take time to reflect on these Bible verses about angels to learn more about these powerful emissaries of God. These facts will help us learn a lot about the angels in the Bible: what they are, why God created them, how their hierarchy works, and much more. Bible Verses about Guardian Angels Exodus 23:20 Behold, I send an angel before you to guard you on the way and to bring you to the place that I have prepared. Psalm 91:11-12 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. On their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone. Daniel 6:22 My God sent his angel and shut the lions' mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found blameless before him; and also before you, O king, I have done no harm. Matthew 18:10 See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels always see the face of my Father who is in heaven. Matthew 26:53 Do you think that I cannot appeal to my Father, and he will at once send me more than twelve legions of angels? Hebrews 1:14 Are they not all ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation? How angels are described in the Bible Isaiah 6:2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. Ezekiel 1:5-9 And from the midst of it came the likeness of four living creatures. And this was their appearance: they had a human likeness, but each had four faces, and each of them had four wings. Their legs were straight, and the soles of their feet were like the sole of a calf's foot. And they sparkled like burnished bronze. Under their wings on their four sides they had human hands. And the four had their faces and their wings thus: their wings touched one another. Matthew 28:2-3 And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. Revelation 10:1 Then I saw another mighty angel coming down from heaven, wrapped in a cloud, with a rainbow over his head, and his face was like the sun, and his legs like pillars of fire. Bible Verses about Entertaining Angels Genesis 19:1-3 The two angels came to Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gate of Sodom. When Lot saw them, he rose to meet them and bowed himself with his face to the earth and said, “My lords, please turn aside to your servant's house and spend the night and wash your feet. Then you may rise up early and go on your way.” They said, “No; we will spend the night in the town square.” But he pressed them strongly; so they turned aside to him and entered his house. And he made them a feast and baked unleavened bread, and they ate. Hebrews 13:2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Angels praise and worship God Psalm 103:20 Bless the Lord, O you his angels, you mighty ones who do his word, obeying the voice of his word! Psalm 148:1-2 Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the heights! Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his hosts! Isaiah 6:2-3 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. And one called to another and said, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory! ” Luke 2:13-14 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased! ” Luke 15:10 Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents. Revelation 5:11-12 Then I looked, and I heard around the throne and the living creatures and the elders the voice of many angels, numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, saying with a loud voice, “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing! ” Angels Announce the Birth of Jesus Luke 1:30-33 And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.” Luke 2:8-10 And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Angels at the Second Coming of Christ Matthew 16:27 For the Son of Man is going to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay each person according to what he has done. Matthew 25:31 When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on his glorious throne. Mark 8:38 For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of Man also be ashamed when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels. Angels at the Final Judgment Matthew 13:41-42 The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will gather out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all law-breakers, and throw them into the fiery furnace. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Matthew 13:49 So it will be at the close of the age. The angels will come out and separate the evil from the righteous. Bible Verses about the Angel of the Lord Exodus 3:2 And the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a bush. He looked, and behold, the bush was burning, yet it was not consumed. Numbers 22:31-32 Then the Lord opened the eyes of Balaam, and he saw the angel of the Lord standing in the way, with his drawn sword in his hand. And he bowed down and fell on his face. And the angel of the Lord said to him, “Why have you struck your donkey these three times? Behold, I have come out to oppose you because your way is perverse before me. Judges 6:11-12 Now the angel of the Lord came and sat under the terebinth at Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, while his son Gideon was beating out wheat in the winepress to hide it from the Midianites. And the angel of the Lord appeared to him and said to him, “The Lord is with you, O mighty man of valor.” 2 Kings 19:35 And that night the angel of the Lord went out and struck down 185, 000 in the camp of the Assyrians. And when people arose early in the morning, behold, these were all dead bodies. 1 Chronicles 21:15-16 And God sent the angel to Jerusalem to destroy it, but as he was about to destroy it, the Lord saw, and he relented from the calamity. And he said to the angel who was working destruction, “It is enough; now stay in your hand.” And the angel of the Lord was standing by the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. And David lifted his eyes and saw the angel of the Lord standing between earth and heaven, and in his hand a drawn sword stretched out over Jerusalem. Then David and the elders, clothed in sackcloth, fell upon their faces. Psalm 34:7 The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them. Zechariah 12:8 On that day the Lord will protect the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the feeblest among them on that day shall be like David, and the house of David shall be like God, like the angel of the Lord, going before them. Luke 2:9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. Acts 12:21-23 On an appointed day Herod put on his royal robes, took his seat upon the throne, and delivered an oration to them. And the people were shouting, “The voice of a god, and not of a man! ” Immediately an angel of the Lord struck him down, because he did not give God the glory, and he was eaten by worms and breathed his last. Bible Verses about Fallen Angels Isaiah 14:12 (KJV) How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! Matthew 25:41 Then he will say to those on his left, “Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.” 2 Corinthians 11:14 And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. 2 Peter 2:4 For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but cast them into hell and committed them to chains of gloomy darkness to be kept until the judgment. Jude 6 And the angels who did not stay within their own position of authority, but left their proper dwelling, he has kept in eternal chains under gloomy darkness until the judgment of the great day. Revelation 12:9 And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world—he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him. The Bible clearly tells us that God sends angels to protect people: “He will give his angels charge of you to guard you in all your ways. On their hands they will bear you up, lest you dash your foot against a stone” (Psalm 91:11–12). But are these what we think of as “guardian angels”? Jesus’ words in Matthew 18:10 seem to support the idea that individual people (or at least children) have guardian angels, “in heaven their angels always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven.” But Jesus may only mean that angels are assigned to protect little children in general. (In sports terms, the angels may be playing “zone” rather than “man-on-man” defense.) When the disciples in Acts 12:15 say that Peter’s “angel” must be knocking at the door, this doesn’t necessarily imply that they believe in individual guardian angels. It’s possible that they believed an angel was simply guarding Peter at that time. Angels do not marry Jesus taught that in the resurrection people “neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven” (Matthew 22:30, see also Luke 20:34–36). This clearly suggests that angels don’t marry. No other passages address relationships between angles, so anything beyond this is simply speculation. Angels are very powerful Angels are called “mighty ones who do his word” (Psalm 103:20), “powers” (see Ephesians 1:21), and “dominions” and “authorities” (Colossians 1:16). They are certainly “greater in might and power” than humans (2 Peter 2:11, see also Matthew 28:2). Angels use their power to battle against Satan’s demonic forces (Daniel 10:13, Revelation 12:7–8, 20:1–3). During our earthly lives, we’re “lower than the angels” (Hebrews 2:7). But as powerful as angels are, when Jesus returns, followers of Christ will be raised higher than them (1 Corinthians 6:3). Genesis 2:1 tells us that the angels were made at some point before the seventh day of creation: “Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them” (“host” here refers to the heavenly beings). Exodus 20:11 is even more explicit: “In six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested the seventh day.” We can at least confirm that all the angels were created by the sixth day of creation. But can we be any more specific? There may be a hint at the creation of angelic beings on the first day of creation, when we read that “in the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1), immediately followed by, “the earth was without form and void” (Genesis 1:2). There’s no mention of the heavens in this second verse. This may be intended to contrast the emptiness of the earth with the heavens, where God already created angelic beings. This idea could be supported by Job, where we read that “the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy” when God laid the “cornerstone” of the earth and sank its “bases” (Job 38:6–7). If the angels (“the sons of God”) shouted for joy when God was forming the earth, this could imply that God created the angelic beings early on the first day. However, this is only speculation. True and obedience, Angels are examples for us Angels show us what perfect obedience looks like. Jesus teaches us to pray, “Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10), and in heaven God’s will is done by angels, immediately, joyfully, and without question. Their delight is to be God’s humble servants, faithfully performing their assigned tasks, great or small. Our desire and prayer should be that we will do the same. Angels also model worship. John sees around God’s throne a great angelic army, “numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, saying with a loud voice, ‘Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing! ’” (Revelation 5:11–12). If the angels find it their highest joy to praise God continuously, shouldn’t we, too? Angels carry out some of God’s plans There are numerous ways in which angels carry out God’s plans on earth: They frequently bring God’s messages to people (Luke 1:11–19, Acts 8:26, 10:3–8, 22, 27:23–24). They carry out some of God’s judgments, bringing a plague upon Israel (2 Samuel 24:16–17), smiting the leaders of the Assyrian army (2 Chronicles 32:21), striking King Herod dead because he did not give God glory (Acts 12:23), or pouring out bowls of God’s wrath on the earth (Revelation 16:1). When Christ returns, angels will come with him as a great army accompanying their King and Lord (Matthew 16:27, Luke 9:26, 2 Thessalonians 1:7). They patrol the earth as God’s representatives (Zechariah 1:10–11). They carry out war against demonic forces (Daniel 10:13; Revelation 12:7–8). John records that an angel “seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, and threw him into the pit... ” (Revelation 20:1–3). When Christ returns, an archangel will proclaim his coming (1 Thessalonians 4:16, see also Revelation 18:1–2, 21, 19:17–18, and other passages). So we can read How, Angels directly glorify God Humans aren’t the only intelligent, moral creatures who glorify God. The Psalmist declares:. “Angels glorify God for who he is in himself, for his excellence. Bless the Lord, O you his angels, you mighty ones who do his word, hearing the voice of his word! ” (Psalm 103:20, see also 148:2) The seraphim continually praise God for his holiness (Isaiah 6:2–3), and so do the four living creatures (Revelation 4:8). Angels also glorify God as they witness his plan unfold. When Christ was born in Bethlehem, a multitude of angels praised God and said, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom he is pleased! ” (Luke 2:14, see also Hebrews 1:6). Jesus tells us, “There is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents” (Luke 15:10), indicating that angels rejoice when someone turns from sin and trusts in Christ. Peter tells us that “angels long to look” (1 Peter 1:12) into the glories of the plan of salvation as it works out in the lives of believers each day. To emphasize the seriousness of particular commands, Paul reminds us that our actions are carried out in the presence of angelic witnesses: “In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of the elect angels I charge you to keep these rules without favor, doing nothing from partiality” (1 Timothy 5:21, see also 1 Corinthians 4:9). If Timothy follows Paul’s instructions, angels will witness his obedience and glorify God. If he neglects to obey, angels will also see and be grieved. Angels named in the Bible? An angel is defined as: "a spiritual being acting as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God." In the Bible, angels are powerful and commissioned by God for special jobs both on earth and in heaven. The Bible mentions angels collectively as a heavenly "host" (Luke 2:13), but there are only a few specific angels mentioned by name in the Bible. One frequently mentioned angel throughout the Bible is Gabriel, a messenger angel. Whenever Gabriel is mentioned, it is because he has wisdom or a special word from God to share. In the Old Testament, Gabriel visited the prophet Daniel and provided an explanation for visions God had given Daniel regarding the end times (Daniel 8:15–27; 9:20–27). Even though Daniel struggled to understand some of the explanations, Gabriel's descriptions still help us today, because they enable us to better anticipate various facets of the end times. Perhaps the most famous visit of Gabriel is the one which he made to Mary, announcing the upcoming birth of Jesus Christ (Luke 1:26–38). He also appeared to Zacharias for another birth announcement—that of John the Baptist to Zacharias's wife, Elizabeth (Luke 1:11–23). It's possible that Gabriel also visited Joseph, husband of Mary, a few times to give him divine insight and instructions. Joseph's angel visitor(s), however, is only referred to as "an angel of the Lord, " so we cannot say with one hundred percent certainty that it was Gabriel, though Gabriel is a messenger angel (Matthew 1:20–21; 2:13, 19–20). Michael is another angel specifically mentioned by name in the Scriptures. Rather than being a messenger angel like Gabriel, he is an archangel, namely "chief angel, " indicating that he has an elevated heavenly rank. It's possible that he is the one and only archangel of heaven, because Jude 1:9 refers to him as "the archangel Michael, " but even if he isn't, it is likely that he leads any other archangels that exist. Throughout the Bible, Michael functions as a warrior rather than a messenger. He battles against Satan and the fallen angels (who became demons when they rebelled against God) on God's behalf for the purpose of helping God's people (Daniel 10:21; 12:1; Revelation 12:7–9). He fights against the demonic "prince of the Persian kingdom, " which enables "one in the likeness of the children of man" to reach Daniel and provide interpretation for a vision (Daniel 10). Because Michael is described as leading the angel army directly against Satan himself, we can know with certainty that he is an extremely high-ranking and powerful angel. There are two fallen angels mentioned by name in the Bible, Lucifer/Satan and Apollyon/Abaddon. Lucifer was a beautiful and high-ranking angel, and he became the first angel to rebel against God. Because he desired to be God, he pridefully rebelled against Him and was cast out of heaven with the angels who took his side (Isaiah 14:12–18; Luke 10:18). Lucifer fell from heaven and became a cursed being, known as Satan, the Devil who is in direct opposition to God; he now attempts to deceive and thereby "steal and kill and destroy" all people (John 10:10). Revelation 9:11 mentions Apollyon/Abaddon, another fallen angel who leads an army of demons during the end times. Angels are what God made, we the saved will rule over them in the next life, do you know where this is in the Bible? Angels mentioned 108 time in OT, 182 times in NT and 77 times alone in Revelation) First mentioned in Genesis 16:7, when an angel talked to Hagar. Angels can speak (1 Corinthians 13:1) Greater strength than humans (2 Peter 2:11) Created above human beings (Hebrews 2:7) God created them (Colossians 1:16) There are millions of angels (Hebrews 12:22, Revelation 5:11) Two angels have names, Michaël, and Gabriel (Daniel 12:1, Luke 1:26). Michael battled with the devil (Jude 1:9, Revelation 12:7) Other angels acknowledged they had a name, but wouldn’t reveal them (Genesis 32:29) Angels are in heaven at God’s right hand with Jesus (1 Peter 3:22) Angles Help People in Many Ways To guide and protect believers (Psalm 34:7) Angel appeared to Moses in burning bush to receive the Law (Acts 7:30-53, Galatians 3:19, Hebrews 2:2) Opened jail cells for apostles (Acts 5:19, Acts 12:7) Told Cornelius to go get Peter to open Gospel to Gentiles (Acts 10:4) Stuck down and killed Herod (Acts 12:23) Pharisees believed in Angels, Sadducees did not (Acts 23:8-9) Helped John with Revelation (Revelation 1:1) Telling the good news about the Gospel (Revelation 14:6-7) Will help believers who suffer tribulation in the end times (Thessalonians 1:6-8) Separate believers from unbelievers in end times (Matthew 13:49) Remember This ! All angels are not good (2 Peter 2:4) Angels are immortal (Jude 1:6) We should always pray to God, and not to angles, (Revelation 19:10) God want us not to worship angels (Colossians 2:18) Will I want you to know that I don’t always have the answers to your Question, but I do Know the one who will answer when we call on Him.

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Revival” This world does need it. It is more clear than ever that we have a desperate need for God to move in a mighty way in our world, our nation, our communities, our churches, our families, and in our own hearts. The saved person must understand that it is each one of us, who is in need of revival. From The Elder: Old Church of God of the New Covenant - 1Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13- Eph. 2:15-21- Heb. 8:1-13- Jer. 3:15-16- Rom. 10:14-16- Jer. 31:31. Before we can have Revival we must have a cleaning of God house first just like Jesus did in the temple as we read about in Mark 11:15-19-* Matt. 21:12-17 and this is saying that every church board needs to take a look at its pastor, and if that person is not teaching God’s word, or doing what God says they are to do they should be let go. And replaced, there should be no place for slick the preacher in any church, churches should take away the money so they will go somewhere else, when this happens we will see revival again. We have to walk away from doing anything that is not in the scriptures. We need to stop taking communion in an unworthy manner. We need pastors who will follow the rules that God gave for the clergy. Such as having only one living mate. Keeping their eyes off the women in their church congregation. When we hear them talking about hollywood we need to point out to them that hollywood is not saying they are a church, we are. Clergy abuse has to go. It will all begin when we take the communion like God told us to. In the great awakening that is where it began. There can be another Great Awakening, as it is a religious revival that impacted the English colonies in America during the 1730s and 1740s. So what is Examine Yourself Before Taking Communion do not let slick the pastor cut you off from God, through taking the communion we all should stop and let what God tells us in the bible be good enough for us* The Bible tells us that we need to take a good, long look at what is going on in our hearts when we partake in the Lord’s Supper. “Let a person examine himself, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup, ” Paul told the Corinthians (1 Corinthians 11:28). **We must not ever let that happen to us. We must stay mentally engaged when we partake of these elements. They have been ordained to soberly remind us of the high cost of God’s forgiveness (1 Peter 1:18–19). Eating and drinking them vividly depicts our union and solidarity with Christ as our Savior, Lord and Source of spiritual life (1 Corinthians 10:16). So in this we are always teaching that each one of us has to beware of slick the preacher who is out to be your God and will cut you off from God through the Communion. Communion is much more than just eating a piece of bread and taking a sip of wine and we say wine. It is this in the bible no matter what slick tells someone. The scriptures are telling us about the Jesus who is the Christmas Jesus, that Easter Jesus, the Sunday Jesus, the Only way to God Jesus as John 3:16 tells us all. The Communion is to us for this reason. And purposes. Remember Christ our Savior dying on the cross for the sin of humankind His as the Redeemer, and it is already done, so anyone can have church anywhere as Matt. 18:20 tells us we can, and that this Jesus is the savior and through Him only can a human leave this world saved. Proclaim his death, Because His blood pays what the clergy cannot pay for. Give thanks because He is the Lord and only way. Examine our hearts because salvation will be completed at the end of our human time here on earth. Commune with God and fellow believers, because He says so. Acknowledge our covenant with him, because we are all as humankind already under the New Covenant. Anticipate his return because He is good for His word and will return for those who seek Him as the way out. Anyone can read this and have an action in their life to do just what God tells us to do in the scriptures. What happened at the Last Passover Supper? We are saying the last one because the scripture says the last one, and it is where Jesus gave us the communion and the washing of the Saints feet. WHAT kind of strange teaching is this? Jesus washed the disciple’s feet, celebrated the last Passover and gave new meaning to the meal with a New Covenant Ordinance we all know as the, communion and the washing of feet. When anyone sees people who will not wash feet it is because they are not Christian and no matter what the mouth is saying they do not believe God or you. The first communion was in Jerusalem during Passover, the night before Jesus’ death over 2, 000 years ago. It was the person who is the savior and our redeemer and our Lord who gave this to the saved people, men do not get to change it into something they want it to be. Jesus and his disciples attended the last Passover dinner and did keep it just as God told the people to keep it, so Jesus did eat meat as God told them at the Passover a roasted Lamb’s flesh, so He was not a vegetarian as some slick preachers like to tell people. During the meal Jesus excused Judas to betray him. Jesus and the disciples were in a large upper room in Jerusalem — possibly the same room where Jesus appeared to the disciples after his death and where the Holy Spirit came to the disciples on Pentecost. We don’t know who the owner was, but when Jesus sent Peter and John to prepare the room he was expecting them. Passover is the annual celebration of the Israelites’ departure from Egypt. The Bible tells us that they were reclining at the table, so they were most likely seated on the floor. We know unleavened bread and wine were on the table, but the Bible here does not mention what other food was present but we do know what they were told in the scriptures to do at Passover, and Jesus did His Fathers will always. We don’t know if lamb was on the table as Jesus was the perfect lamb on this special Passover! Swipe to see the parallels of the Passover lamb and Christ. Ancient Passover rituals include drinking four cups of wine. Each cup has meaning: Cup of sanctification Cup of plagues Cup of redemption Cup of praise or blessing Jesus emphasized the third cup during his Passover meal with the disciples as he declared the New Covenant. This is the cup of redemption. He was referring to this cup as he prayed in the garden “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will” (Matt 26:39). Jesus told the disciples, “I tell you I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it again with you in my Father’s kingdom.” This is the fourth cup! The cup of praise and blessing that he will one day share with us in Heaven at the Supper of the Lamb! Isn’t that remarkable? This Jesus will Rapture out His people, as the bible tells us He will, Jesus Christ will call all believers to Himself in what is called the Rapture. Paul the great apostle foretells this in 1 Corinthians 4:51–55 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18. Jesus first gave indication of this great event in John 14:1–3, and later gave the promise to us through John in Revelation 3:10. But a revival is not what the rapture is. What a beautiful experience we are able to share on this side of the cross! You don’t have to look far to see the depths of how far we as a world, a nation, and a people have fallen from God. Holiness of life and true revival can not be separated. A so-called “revival” that does not produce holiness is not a work of the Holy Spirit. Here we may offer an important reminder that true revival cannot be manufactured by men. The sign that says “revival next week” doesn’t really communicate what true revival is for true revival is God-sent and according to His plans and purposes, not ours. Here are some Bible verses about revival for you to meditate on as you are seeking God for personal revival and revival in the church and our nation. Revival is not some meeting you attend or something that happens because of a great man or woman of God. The real meaning of revival in the Bible is when God’s people realize their need to be spiritually restored and revitalized in their walk with Jesus. It starts at home and then spreads to our churches, communities, cities, and our nation. That is the true revival meaning biblically. It is not us putting on a show. Revival brings back the need for the great delight in God's holiness. Believers begin to develop a taste and relish for the sweetness of God's holiness and an equal distaste for and hatred of sin, which becomes increasingly bitter to them. As the Holy Spirit dwells in them, they find that God leads them to love His holiness, and they long to be like Him. We will never build a strong church, people, without revival, because that is what revival is for, and unless it is Bible-centered. Only as we respect and seek to obey the written Word of God will the church people be revived. We must repeatedly renounce our own human opinions, and gladly accept God’s instructions as given in the Bible. Jesus accepted the Bible as authoritative. He spoke of: the creation of Adam and Eve (Matthew 19:4) the Flood in Noah’s time (Luke 17:27) the miracles performed by Elijah (Luke 4:25) the big fish that swallowed Jonah (Matthew 12:40) the life of David (Mark 2:25) the glory of Solomon (Matthew 6:29) the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (Luke 17:28-30) In the Church. Many churches are worldly, formal and lacking in spiritual power and vitality. Only revival can alter this state of affairs. 3. In our own lives. How powerless we are! How frequently we fail, our testimony seems ineffective, and how little we pray! Revival is our personal need. Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7 Everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Romans 15:4 The word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to divide soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 Great peace has they who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble. Psalm 119:165 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 The man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has heard, but doing it—he will be blessed in what he does. James 1:25 Because Christ himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted. Hebrews 2:18 God will deliver the needy who cry out, the afflicted who have no one to help. Psalm 72:12 You, O God, do see trouble and grief; you consider it to take it in hand. The victim commits himself to you; you are the helper of the fatherless. Psalm 10:14 Surely the arm of the LORD is not too short to save, nor his ear too dull to hear. Isaiah 59:1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song. Psalm 28:7 Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Psalm 68:19 It is the Sovereign LORD who helps me. Who is he that will condemn me? They will all wear out like a garment; the moths will eat them up. Isaiah 50:9 We wait in hope for the LORD; he is our help and our shield. Psalm 33:20 There will never be any revival until we are willing to admit our desperate need for it. The clergy has to be cleaned up, when we have preachers who will do anything and justify it we can’t have revival with the repentance beginning with the clergy. Slick the preacher has to go, God has no such thing as a clergy who has more than one living mate. Mat 5:28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has Pro 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. 1 John 2:16, 17 For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires Exo 20:17 You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your A Healthy Marriage Heb 13:4 Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for Gen 2:24 For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to Col 3:19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. Col 3:18 Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Eph 5:22, 23 Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord. / For the husband is 1Co 7:10, 11 To the married I give this command (not I, but the Lord): A wife must Gen 3:16 To the woman He said: “I will sharply increase your pain in childbirth; in Luk 16:18 Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery, Exo 20:14 You shall not commit adultery Revival in Christianity is defined as a spiritual reawakening of a believer from a state of spiritual dormancy in life. Spiritual revival includes a renewed love for God and things of God, appreciating the holiness of the Lord, a conviction of any personal sin or corporate sin and a desire to repent and grow in righteousness, spiritual humility and a renewed passion and desire for the word of God and his church. The clergy has to be this or they are not what God calls the clergy. All those who are called by God to preach and teach are to preach Jesus as the lord not themselves as the boss, or police over someone's salvation. 1 John 4:8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. John 10:11 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the Eph 5:11 Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that Ecc 3:1 To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven: Because THE CALL OF GOD on the clergy, it is up to us, and the people to seek revival, and to do this job. It is not the only reason we should seek revival, we should be the first to return to whatever God calls for. If God says it it should be good enough for us. The saved people are to HUNGER FOR THE WORD OF GOD. In Nehemiah 8:1 the people told Ezra “to bring the Book.” Daily we can face a myriad of news stories, headlines, social media posts, phone calls, texts, etc. We can listen to and read many opinions from others. First and foremost, I need the Bible. Lord, give us a hunger for Your Word and to hear You first and foremost. Prayer will help us PAY ATTENTION TO THE WORD OF GOD. Nehemiah 8:3 records the people were “attentive” to the Book. From early morning until mid-day, they are listening to the Word of God. Standing the whole time too. It sounds elementary, but I need to actually pay attention to the teaching of the Word. Lord, help me to pay attention to Your Word. The following of God’s creed of Doctrines does show us how to CELEBRATE THE GREATNESS OF THE GOD OF THE WORD. Nehemiah 8:6 tells us that Ezra blessed the LORD, the great God. The Word of God is about God. Forgive me for stating the obvious, but I can read the Bible like it is a book of counsel and guidance – and it is – however, I must remember the Bible testifies to the Greatness, Goodness, Graciousness of our God. Nehemiah, Ezra, and the others lived under a regime that was all about other gods (false and fake). Yet, I know the One True God reigns and is worthy of praise. Because of the Lord Jesus, I have a relationship with God. Lord, praise You for Your Greatness! When we follow what the scriptures say we are a light, and do HELP OTHERS UNDERSTAND THE WORD OF GOD. Nehemiah 8:8 records that they helped others understand the reading. I am thankful we can help others. Praise the Lord for the calling to preach the Word. Personal revival ought to lead to public impact. Thank you to those who lead and teach in churches, lead and host small groups, Vacation Bible Schools… Lord, give me a heart to help others understand Your Word. God calls for us to ADJUST our LIFE TO THE WORD OF GOD. In the second of half of Nehemiah 8, the people seek to adjust and do what they read about in the Scriptures. Lord, give me the wisdom and strength to adjust, repent, and submit to Your Word. Lord, thank You for Your Word. God wants us all to leave this world like this, and it is what He offers to all humans. The saved person will seek God for these things in this life before their life ends. Psa 51:2, 7 Wash me clean of my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. / Purify me Psalm 65:3 When iniquities prevail against me, You atone for our transgressions. Psalm 73:13 Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure; in innocence I have washed my Psa 79:9 Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Your name; deliver us Pro 16:6 By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the Pro 20:9 Who can say, “I have kept my heart pure; I am cleansed from my sin”? Isa 1:16, 18 Wash and cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from My sight. Isa 4:3, 4 Whoever remains in Zion and whoever is left in Jerusalem will be called Dan 12:10 Many will be purified, made spotless, and refined, but the wicked will Zec 13:1 “On that day a fountain will be opened to the house of David and the John 13:8 “Never shall You wash my feet! ” Peter told Him. Jesus answered, “Unless I Act 22:16 And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized, and wash your sins 1Co 5:7 Get rid of the old leaven, that you may be a new unleavened batch, as you 1Co 6:11 And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were 2Co 7:1 Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves Eph 5:26 to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, Tts 3:5, 6 He saved us, not by the righteous deeds we had done, but according to Heb 1:3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His Heb 9:14 how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit Heb 10:22 let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having Jam 4:8 Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you Pro 17:15 Acquitting the guilty and condemning the righteous—both are detestable to Pro 20:10, 23 Differing weights and unequal measures—both are detestable to the Pro 21:27 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable—how much more so when brought Pro 24:9 A foolish scheme is sin, and a mocker is detestable to men. Pro 28:9 Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is Pro 29:27 An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is out of God’s will. Revival is extraordinary in one sense, but in another, it is simply an emphasis on matters that should be present in the everyday life of the Believer. One thing that happens in true revival is the Holy Spirit pressing upon our minds and hearts a real urgency for God and eternal things. It is not about bringing in those who will give money so the income of the pastor can be safe. In 2 Chronicles 7:14 God lays out what we need to do as His people; it is not the world that needs to return, it is us. If my people, who are called by my name (God is talking to Christians, His people, not lost people) will humble themselves (bow down to God in humility and acknowledge that He is Lord) and pray (pray regularly & reverently) seek my face (hungrily seek God and His presence and His word & voice) and turn from their wicked ways (Repent! Turn from all sins, living for yourself, unforgiveness…) then I will hear from heaven (then our relationship & fellowship with God will be right again) and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land (God will pour out His spirit and will bring Spiritual Awakening and many will be saved) Revival Scriptures About Revival Because it is Reformation In true revival, sin is hated, and not just other people’s sins. Wrongs are righted (as well as they can be) even from years ago. Sin is seen for what it is — wretched and vile — and the people of God seek to confess it to Him as He makes them aware of it. When necessary, it is confessed to others in both private and public settings. Ezra 9:9 Psalm 80:18 Psalm 85:6 Psalm 119:25 Psalm 119:50 Psalm 119:149 Isaiah 1:27 Isaiah 57:15 Ezekiel 29:21 Isaiah 43:20 Acts 3:19-20 Looking at revival in the scriptures to receive an understanding! Revival Psalm 85:6 Will You not revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in You? Isa 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, Psa 80:19 Restore us, O LORD God of Hosts; cause Your face to shine upon us, that 2Ch 7:14 and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and Jam 4:8 Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you Hab 3:2 O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Psalm 19:7 The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the 2Ti 4:3, 4 For the time will come when men will not tolerate sound doctrine, but Eph 5:14 So it is said: “Wake up, O sleeper, rise up from the dead, and Christ will Revivals in Nineveh Jon 3:4–10 On the first day of his journey, Jonah set out into the city and Revivals: Asa 2Ch 14:2–5 And Asa did what was good and right in the eyes of the LORD his God. / 2Ch 15:1–14 Now the Spirit of God came upon Azariah son of Oded. / So he went out Revivals: At Pentecost, and Times After Pentecost Act 2:1–42, 46, 47 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one Act 4:4 But many who heard the message believed, and the number of men grew to Act 5:14 Yet more and more believers were brought to the Lord—large numbers of both Act 6:7 So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Act 9:35 and all who lived in Lydda and Sharon saw him and turned to the Lord. Act 11:20, 21 But some of them, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and Act 12:24 But the word of God continued to spread and multiply. Act 14:1 At Iconium, Paul and Barnabas went as usual into the Jewish synagogue, Revivals: Elijah 1Ki 18:17–40 When Ahab saw Elijah, he said to him, “Is that you, O troubler of Revivals: Hezekiah 2Ki 18:1–7 In the third year of the reign of Hoshea son of Elah over Israel, 2Ch 29:1 Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in 2Ch 30:1 Then Hezekiah sent word throughout all Israel and Judah, and he also wrote 2Ch 31:1 When all this had ended, the Israelites in attendance went out to the Revivals: Jehoash and Jehoiada 2Ki 11:1 When Athaliah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son was dead, she 2Ki 12:1 In the seventh year of Jehu, Joash became king, and he reigned in 2Ch 23:1 Then in the seventh year, Jehoiada strengthened himself and made a 2Ch 24:1 Joash was seven years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem Revivals: Josiah 2Ki 22:1 Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in 2Ki 23:1 Then the king summoned all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. 2Ch 34:1 Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in 2Ch 35:1 Then Josiah celebrated the Passover to the LORD in Jerusalem, and the Revivals: Manasseh 2Ch 33:12–19 And in his distress, Manasseh sought the favor of the LORD his God and Revivals: Religious Zec 8:20–23 This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Peoples will yet come—the Revivals: Religious: Prayer For Hab 3:2 O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your Revivals: Religious: Prophecies Concerning Isa 32:15 until the Spirit is poured out upon us from on high. Then the desert will Joe 2:28 And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and Mic 4:1–8 In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be Hab 3:2 O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your Revivals: Samuel 1Sa 7:1–6 Then the men of Kiriath-jearim came for the ark of the LORD and took it Revivals: Under Joshua Jos 5:2–9 At that time the LORD said to Joshua, “Make flint knives and circumcise When do we Need Revival? When will we know we need it? when we do not love Him as we once did. when earthly interests and occupations are more important to us than eternal ones when we would rather watch TV and read secular books and magazines than read the Bible and pray. when church dinners are better attended than prayer meetings. when concerts draw bigger crowds than prayer meetings. when we have little or no desire for prayer. when we would rather make money than give money. when we put people into leadership positions in our churches who do not meet scriptural qualifications. when our Christianity is joyless and passionless. when we know the truth in our heads that we are not practicing in our lives. when we make little effort to witness the loss. when we have time for sports, recreation, and entertainment, but not for Bible study and prayer. when we do not tremble at the Word of God. when preaching lacks conviction, confrontation, and divine fire and anointing. when we seldom think thoughts of eternity. when God's people are more concerned about their jobs and their careers than about the Kingdom of Christ and the salvation of the lost. when God's people get together with other believers and the conversation is primarily about the news, weather, and sports, rather than the Lord. when church services are predictable and "business as usual." when believers can be at odds with each other and not feel compelled to pursue reconciliation. when Christian husbands and wives are not praying together. when our marriages are co-existing rather than full of the love of Christ. when our children are growing up to adopt worldly values, secular philosophies, and ungodly lifestyles. when we are more concerned about our children's education and their athletic activities than about the condition of their souls. when sin in the church is pushed under the carpet. when known sin is not dealt with through the biblical process of discipline and restoration. when we tolerate "little" sins of gossip, a critical spirit, and lack of love. when we will watch things on television and movies that are not holy. when our singing is half-hearted and our worship lifeless. when our prayers are empty words designed to impress others. when our prayers lack fervency. when our hearts are cold and our eyes are dry. when we aren't seeing regular evidence of the supernatural power of God. when we have ceased to weep and mourn and grieve over our own sin and the sin of others. when we are content to live with explainable, ordinary Christianity and church services. when we are bored with worship. when people have to be entertained to be drawn to church. when our music and dress become patterned after the world. when we start fitting into and adapting to the world, rather than calling the world to adapt to God's standards of holiness. when we don’t long for the company and fellowship of God's people. when people have to be begged to give and to serve in the church. when our giving is measured and calculated, rather than extravagant and sacrificial.... when we aren't seeing lost people drawn to Jesus on a regular basis. when we aren't exercising faith and believing God for the impossible. when we are more concerned about what others think about us than what God thinks about us. when we are unmoved by the fact that 2.5 billion people in this world have never heard the name of Jesus. when we are unmoved by the thought of neighbors, business associates, and acquaintances who are lost and without Christ. when the lost world around us doesn't know or care that we exist. when we are making little or no difference in the secular world around us. when the fire has gone out in our hearts, our marriages, and the church. when we are blind to the extent of our need and don't think we need revival. "What does true revival look like? " (Isaiah 6:1-8) 1. Our Need for a Fresh Touch from God (vs. 1a) 2. God as He really is (vs. 1b - 4) 3. Our sinfulness and need for cleansing (vs. 5) 4. God's Gracious Provision (vs. 6-7) 5. The Mission (vs. 8a) 6. We Respond with Joyful Obedience (vs. 8b) God has a plan for the life of every individual believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. Not only does His call involve a wonderful purpose for us throughout eternity, but we also have an expression of that call upon the earth now. So Revival strengthens and deepens the faith of a Christian and also opens his or her eyes to God’s truth in a fresh and new way. It generally marks a new beginning of a life of obedience to God. One of the things revival does in the life of a believer is that it breaks the power of the world which holds the believer back from loving God. Spiritual revival gives a believer the strength to live in the world without an unholy love and desire for the things of the world. "Who has saved us, and CALLED us with a holy calling....according to his own purpose and grace..." (2 Tim 1:9) Spiritual revival is heralded by a return to fervent prayer and worship. The Spirit illuminates Scripture and lives refocus on faith-filled obedience to what God says. If repentance is necessary there is no condemnation, just happily redirected minds and behavior. Love for one another flows more freely, deeply and practically. Lives filled with the Holy Spirit ooze faith and miracle-working power, which radiates to transform unreached individuals by the thousand. Eventually entire communities turn from darkness to light. The Word of God is all we need to return anyone to God. The Word of God draws us to Him 1 Peter 1:23 23 For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. 1Thessalonians 2:13 13 And we also thank God continually because, when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as it actually is, the word of God, which is at work in you who believe. The Word of God is a sword wielded by the Holy Spirit, penetrating the hearts of men Ephesians 6:17 17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Hebrews 4:12 12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to divide soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. The Word of God is like a hammer Jeremiah 23:29 29 "Is not my word like fire, " declares the LORD, "and like a hammer that breaks a rock in pieces? The Word of God is our spiritual food Matthew 4:4 4 Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" The Word of God equips us for every good work 2 Timothy 3:16-17 16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. God's Word is not chained. It is always working 2 Timothy 2:8-9 8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel, 9 for which I am suffering even to the point of being chained like a criminal. But God's word is not chained. "Now if we are children, then we are heirs - heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ...And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been CALLED ACCORDING TO HIS PURPOSE" (Rom 8:17, 28). See also verses 29, 30. WHY DOES HE CALL US? Because The World Is In Darkness "We know that we ourselves are children of God, and we also know that the world around us is under the power of the evil one" (1 John 5:19 Phillips). See also Ephesians 6:12 and Colossians 1:13 Because People Are Hungry And In Need "When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd" (Matt 9:36). To Prove His Wisdom "His intent was that now, through the Church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in heavenly realms, according to the eternal purpose which he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Eph 3:10, 11).Because The Time Is Short "Do you not say, 'Four months more and then the harvest'? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for the harvest! " (John 4:35). See also John 9:4 . WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE ARE CALLED? We Are Made By Him ”Come, follow me, ' Jesus said, 'and I WILL MAKE YOU fishers of men' " (Matt 4:19). See also Jeremiah 18:1-10. We Are Taught By Him "But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you" (John 14:26). See also 1 Corinthians 2:12; 1 John 2:27 We Are Sent By Him "As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world" (John 17:18). See also Mark 16:15. When God calls, He comes and interrupts our lives. Some examples of this in the Scripture are: Moses (a shepherd in the desert): "Go, set my people free" (Exodus 3:1-12) Samuel (a boy serving in the temple): "Wake up, speak for me" (1 Sam 3:1-19). Ezekiel (a captive in a foreign land): "Stand up, I am sending you" (Eze 2:1-7). Disciples (businessmen, fishermen): "Come, follow me" (Luke 5:27, 28; Matt 4:18- 22). Saul (an enemy of the Church): "Go, I will tell you what you must do" (Acts 9:1-9). Our appeal should be focused upon God, our God, the Judge, the King, our Father, and our relationship to Him. Revival will return us all to what God tells us we should be. 1. We are not to be conformed to the world, but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. 2. We are not to curse others, but to bless them. 3. We are not to hate our enemies, but to love them. 4. We are not to be drunk with wine, but to be filled with the Spirit. 5. We are not only to put off the old man, but to put on the new man. 6. We are not to fear, but to put our trust in God. 7. We are not to be anxious, but to pray about everything. Nehemiah 4:2 "And he spoke before his brethren and the army of Samaria, and said, '' What are these feeble Jews? Will they fortify themselves? Will they sacrifice? Will they end in a day? will they revive the stones out of the heaps of the rubbish which are burned? " Psalm 85:6 "Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? " Psalm 138:7 "Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me." Isaiah 57:15 "For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabited eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones." Hosea 6:2 "After two days will he revive us: on the third day he will raise us up, and we shall live in his sight." Habakkuk 3:2 "O LORD, I have heard thy speech, and was afraid: O LORD, revive thy work in the midst of the years, in the midst of the years make known; in wrath remember mercy." Psalms 71:20 "Thou, which hast shewed me great and sore troubles, shalt quicken me again, and shalt bring me up again from the depths of the earth." Psalm 80:18 "So will not we go back from thee: quicken us, and we will call upon thy name." Psalm 118:17 "I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD." Psalm 119:25 "My soul cleaveth unto the dust: quicken thou me according to thy word." Psalm 119:37 "Turn away mine eyes from beholding vanity; and quicken thou me in thy way." Psalm 119:40 "Behold, I have longed after thy precepts: quicken me in thy righteousness." Psalm 119:50 "This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me." Psalm 119:88 "Quicken me after thy lovingkindness; so shall I keep the testimony of thy mouth." Psalm 119:93 "I will never forget thy precepts: for with them thou hast quickened me." Psalm 119:107 "I am afflicted very much: quicken me, O LORD, according unto thy word." Psalm 119:144 "The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting: give me understanding, and I shall live." Psalm 119:149 "Hear my voice according unto thy lovingkindness: O LORD, quicken me according to thy judgment." Psalm 119:154 "Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to thy word." Psalm 119:156 "Great are thy tender mercies, O LORD: quicken me according to thy judgments." Psalm 119:159 "Consider how I love thy precepts: quicken me, O LORD, according to thy lovingkindness." Psalm 143:11 "Quicken me, O LORD, for thy name's sake: for thy righteousness' sake bring my soul out of trouble." Proverbs 7:2 "Keep my commandments, and live; and my law as the apple of thine eye." Ecclesiastes 7:12 "For wisdom is a defense, and money is a defense: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it." Isaiah 55:3 "Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David. Ezekiel 16:6 "And when I passed by thee, and saw thee polluted in thine own blood, I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, Live; yea, I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, Live." Ezekiel 37:3 "And he said unto me, Son of man, can these bones live? And I answered, ``O Lord GOD, thou knowest." Ezekiel 37:9 "Then said he unto me, Prophesy unto the wind, prophesy, son of man, and say to the wind, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live." Amos 5:4 "For thus saith the LORD unto the house of Israel, Seek ye me, and ye shall live." Amos 5:14 "Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the LORD, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as ye have spoken." Habakkuk 2:4 "Behold, his soul which is lifted up is not upright in him: but he shall live by his faith." 1 Corinthians 15:45 "And so it is written, The first Adam was made a living soul; the last Adam was made a quickening spirit. Romans 6:11 "Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord." Matthew 4:4 "But he answered and said, For It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." Romans 8:13 "For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live." Romans 1:17 "For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith." II Corinthians 13:4 "For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you." Galatians 2:20 "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." II Timothy 2:11 "It is a faithful saying: For if we are dead with him, we shall also live with him." James 4:15 "For that ye ought to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that." How can this happen in a world gone so mad with the troubles we all have had the last few years? When the storms of life come, we are all tempted to fear. Fear is one of the greatest tools of the devil to destroy both the unbeliever and the Believer. We need to return to what God is to us! 1. The Fatherhood of God (our sonship) (Luke 11:1-13). 2. The Unity (oneness) of God (based upon our unity) (Matthew 18:19). 3. The Delight of God (our delight in Him) (Psalm 37:4). 4. The Kingship of God (our being subject to His authority (Matthew 6:33). 5. The Righteousness of God (our righteousness) (Genesis 18:23-32). 6. The Word of God (our knowing and believing) (Psalm 119:41-42, 170; 138:2). 7. The Honor of God (our relationship) (Numbers 14:14-21, II Kings 19:15-19). 8. The Mercy of God (our repentance) (Ezra 9:5-15, Daniel 9:4, Hebrews 8:12). 9. The truth that God is not a respecter of persons (Acts 10:34, Hebrews 11:33-40). 10. The truth that God does not change (Psalm 102:27, Numbers 23:19, Hebrews 13:8, James 1:17). 11. The Authority of God (our experience) (Matthew 8:5-13, 18:18). 12. The Faithfulness of God (our faithfulness) (II Chronicles 6:13-7:1). 13. The Victory of Jesus (our gift) (Isaiah 53:12, Colossians 1:15, Ephesians 1:22, II Corinthians 1:20). 14. The Exaltation of God (our humility) (Luke 18:14, I Peter 5:5). 15. The Time of God (our patience) (Isaiah 40:31). 16. The Work of God (our service) (Psalms 119:33-34, Matthew 9:38, Luke 1:74, Acts 4:29-34, Romans 15:30-32). 17. The Seriousness of God (our intensity) (I Samuel 1:10-11, Hebrew 5:7). 18. The Hearing of God (our continual crying) (Isaiah 62:6-7, Luke 18:1, 7). 19. The Ability of God (our inability) (Exodus 3:11, Numbers 11:11-17). 20. The Persistence of God (our holding on) (Genesis 32:24-32, Luke 11:1-13). 21. The Command of God (our obedience) (Joshua 10:12-14, Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 11:22-24). 22. The Reason of God (our holding to truth) (Matthew 15:21-28). 23. The Memory of God (our contract) (Genesis 19:29, Psalm 98:3, Exodus 2:24-25, 32:13-14, Isaiah 38:1-3). 24. The Glory of God (His glow in us) (Exodus 33:18-20). 25. The Grace of God (our receiving) (Exodus 33:13-17, Ephesians 1:1-3). 26. The Will of God (our subjection) (I John 5:14-15). 27. The Name of Jesus (our appeal based upon) (Mark 16:17-18, John 16:23). 28. The Friendship of God (our fellowship with) (II Chronicles 20:6-7). 29. The Name of God (being in us) (II Chronicles 20:8-9, Psalm 74:10). 30. The Judgment of God (our peace) (II Chronicles 20:11-12). 31. The Knowledge of God (our recognition) (Job 42:1-6). 32. The Abiding of God (our abiding in His Word) John 15:17. 33. The Covenant of God (our being a part of) (Genesis 12:1-3, 32:12, Judges 15:18, Daniel 11:32-33, Psalm 74:20, Leviticus 26:1-46, Deuteronomy 28:1-68, Galatians 3:14, 29, Ephesians 2:12-13. 34. The Goodness of God (our faith in) (James 1:17). Until next time the Elder. We need Revival, Pray for it, seek to have it, now is the time for it.

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He was born of a Jewish mother, in Galilee, a Jewish part of the world. All of his friends, associates, colleagues, disciples, all of them were Jews. He regularly worshipped in Jewish communal worship, what we call synagogues. He preached from Jewish text, from the Bible.

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I'm really high, that's too much to read, could you shorten that up a bit? I started reading but nodded off then my face went into my plate & got pork gravy all over it when I woke my dog was licking my face, I tried to run but smacked my head on the cupboard plus slipped on the gravy, that knocked me out again so when I woke I thought maybe I'd ask you. I haven't been so bored since radiation & chemo, try playing charlie worsham I hope I'm stone when Jesus takes me home.(they did for me in radiation) not in chemo though, probably because its not private.

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From the Ministry of Simon Kidd 463 east high st. Owingsville Ky: 859-274-2617 Thank you for your request to understand, the word Sanctification This is where God shows you that your sins of the past are forgiven. This is where each one of us must take what we are to God through Jesus who is the Christ. This Jesus who was and is the Christmas Jesus paid the price for the fall of Adam in the garden, so that we could be called the who-so-evers of John 3:16 To read about this word Sanctified or sanctification, is only going to start a person on the road to repentance, go here to begin, Commonly we see the concept of sanctification in phrases like “be holy” (used 26 times in the Bible, six times in the New Testament alone (1 Cor. 1:2; Eph. 1:4; Heb. 12:14; 1 Pet. 1:15–16; Rev. 22:11). There are great Benefits That Come With Sanctification, Sanctification is a very large word that you may have heard at church from your pastor or Sunday school teacher. It simply means to sanctify: that is, to make holy or to set apart. When God sanctifies us, He makes us holy and sets us apart. The word holy means to be different – to be set apart – from those around you. God wants to save us from the stain of sin; this is known as justification. When God justifies people, He puts a “righteous” stamp on them; He takes away their “sinful” label and replaces it with a “righteous” one. He cleanses them of their sin and puts a new label on them. To justify is to change something’s label from “wrong” to “right.” This is a one-time event; once God justifies a person, the “sinful” label is thrown away forever. God also wants to save us from the power of sin; this is sanctification. Sanctification is a one-time event. It is something that takes place, in a forgiven person's life here on earth, this is not life long work the men want to replace what God does with what they have to sell you, over the rest of a Christian’s life the person only has to repent and return, to God when they fall down in sin, this is why we have revival, it is why we are to examine yourself before we take the communion.. Even though God cleanses us of our sin and takes away our “wrong” label, this does not mean that we are perfect. Sin is still present, and we still sometimes listen to it and make wrong choices. God wants us to stop listening to sin and doing what it wants us to do. God wants us to do what He tells us to do through the Bible and through His Spirit. He wants to save us from the power of sin, so that sin no longer has control over us. Sanctification is the power to say “yes” to God and “no” to sin. At the time of justification, we are united to Christ. In Romans 6:1-14, Paul explains that if we have been united to Christ, we have also been united to him in his death and resurrection. We have died to sin and been raised to a new life. This passage teaches that we have been freed from the power of sin, enabled to live in the newness of life under the reign of grace, unified with Christ in his resurrection, and made new creatures. This passage emphasizes definitive sanctification, however Christians will always struggle against sin and fall into it this side of glory. According to 1 Corinthians 1:2, those who have been united to Christ have been sanctified, but there is still the reality that we will not be fully sanctified until glorification. It is Christ’s righteousness that is the basis for our righteousness. “Jesus is the author of our sanctification, this is the Christmas answer in Luke 2:1-22, He was the passover lamb, for the sins of the world, in the sense that he created it for us, but he is also the ‘pioneer’ of our salvation, because he does so out of his incarnate life, death, and resurrection.” He paid for the fall in the garden, and set all of the human race free. So anyone can seek what He has for all of us in Romans 10:9-13. When the Lord sanctified His made people, with the coming of Christ, he demands that they live a sanctified life. Once we have been saved from the sins of Adam and Eve, and we repent of what we have sinned in, and He forgives that He set us aside in sanctification, , As it was in the Old Testament (Deuteronomy 7:11), the Lord commands that we now live according to His Word. We learn to love the Lord’s Law, because He places it in our Hearts as He says in Heb. 8:1-13, as the New Covenant is lived, not out of a desire to earn God’s favor but because His Spirit has changed our hearts. The indicative must follow the imperative. In Jesus’ day, religious leaders and Pharisees were more concerned with outward holiness than they were with the main teachings of the Law of Moses (love God and love others) The work of God’s free grace (2 Thessalonians 2:13) whereby we are renewed in the whole man after the image of God (Ephesians 4:23-24), and are enabled more and more to die unto sin, and live unto righteousness (Romans 6:4, 6; 8:1). Sinclair Ferguson notes that Christians should not focus on their own spiritual progress but focus on what Christ has accomplished in redemptive history. The basis for our sanctification is always the Lord himself. Sanctification is not only discussed in the New Testament but is a work of the Lord’s faithfulness that is repeatedly brought to light in the Old Testament. In the New Testament the Lord sanctified His children by His grace. In the Old Testament, the Lord saved Israel from Egypt out of his loving-kindness. Deuteronomy 7:6-8reads: Beware of any clergy who is not teaching that God requires Behavioral changes after we receive sanctification, because He does require us to change our behavior. In the Old Testament, God told his people that their holy status should be accompanied by a change in behavior. The Israelites were to avoid ceremonial uncleanness because God had chosen them (Deuteronomy 14:21). Their status depended on their obedience (Deuteronomy 28:9). The priests were to avoid certain behaviors because they were holy (Leviticus 21:6-7). Nazirites had to change their behavior while they were set apart (Numbers 6:5). Our election in Christ has ethical implications. Since the Holy One has called us, Christians are exhorted to “be holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15-16). As God’s chosen and holy people, we are to be compassionate, kind, humble, gentle and patient (Colossians 3:12). We are invited to share in the divine life not only in the future, but to participate in it now (2 Peter 1:4). If we do not want to live God’s way in this life, the danger is that we will not want it in the future, either. Sin and impurities “are improper for God’s holy people” (Ephesians 5:3; cf. 1 Thessalonians 4:3). If people eliminate ignoble things from their lives, they will be “made holy” (2 Timothy 2:21). We should control our bodies in a way that is holy (1 Thessalonians 4:4). “Holy” is frequently linked to “blameless” (Ephesians 1:4; 5:27; 1 Thessalonians 2:10; 3:13; 5:23; Titus 1:8); it is a life of righteousness. Christians are “called to be holy” (1 Corinthians 1:2), “to live a holy life” (1 Thessalonians 4:7; 2 Timothy 1:9; 2 Peter 3:11). We are told to “make every effort…to be holy” (Hebrews 12:14). We are urged to be holy (Romans 12:1), told that we “are being made holy” (Hebrews 2:11; 10:14), and encouraged to continue being holy (Revelation 22:11). We are made holy by the work of Christ and the presence of the Holy Spirit in us. He changes us from the inside out. This brief word study shows that holiness involves our behavior. God sets people apart as “holy” for the purpose that they live holy lives in Jesus Christ, both now and in eternity. We are saved so that we might produce good works and good fruit (Ephesians 2:8-10; Galatians 5:22-23). The good works are not a cause of salvation, but a result of it – when God declares us holy, we should respond by living in a holy way. Good works are evidence that a person’s faith is genuine (James 2:18). Paul speaks of the “obedience of faith” and says that faith expresses itself in love (Romans 1:5; Galatians 5:6). Sanctification results from the supernatural presence and power of the Holy Spirit working in a Christian’s life (Galatians 5:22–26; Ephesians 3:20; 2 Corinthians 12:9–10). It requires a change of heart, an alignment of the will with God’s will. Sanctification means learning to love what God loves and value what God values, and thus sanctification goes beyond what is natural. All who-so-evers as John 3:16 already qualify for this choice to bring what they are to God so all people can be sanctified, if only they will repent, and God forgives them. God has provided a plan for sanctification, and He alone does this for us after He forgives us, He shows us He has forgiven.. In sanctification God has promised to work through human effort and activities designed to discipline the heart. While there are forms of self-discipline that are worthless for the journey and fail to result in a holy life, there are special activities that God has promised to bless (Colossians 2:16–23). “God works to sanctify His people through their reading Scripture, hearing biblical sermons, praying and being baptized. He also works through their receiving of ordinary bread and wine during a worship service, and serving the poor, the marginalized, and anyone in need” (Colossians 3:16; 1 Corinthians 10:16).1 Through God’s sanctifying work, Christians begin to imitate Jesus and reveal characteristics consistent with His (Ephesians 5:1; 1 Corinthians 11:1; Galatians 5:22–26). This includes loving people that might feel like enemies (Matthew 5:44; Luke 6:35; Romans 12:14, 17, 20–21). Yet, even while striving to do good, Christians will fail. They will continue to struggle with harmful, evil desires and weakness of heart and body (Romans 7:15; Philippians 3:12–14; 2 Corinthians 12:7–10). The effects of sanctification in this life are real, but incomplete and imperfect. This is because the end result of sanctification is the resurrection and the fullness of new life that awaits in the next. Scripture teaches that sanctification is God’s gift to people whom He already loves. God loves and desires all people to receive His gift of eternal life (John 3:16–17; 1 Timothy 2:4). Jesus’ entire life demonstrates God’s love and mercy to all people, especially the poor, marginalized, and outcasts of society. Jesus made a point to show love to the very people that felt the most unworthy of that love (Matthew 9:10–13, 21:31; Luke 7:34; Luke 15:2). God loves and accepts people who imagine that they are the worst kind of people (Romans 5:8). In the same way that a person becomes a Christian through God’s grace, a person becomes sanctified through grace (Galatians 3:1–5). Sanctification is God’s beautiful, transforming work in the life of His people. It’s the transforming presence and power of the Holy Spirit and offered as a gift to anyone who desires it (Luke 11:13). Here’s a helpful way to understand our sanctification in light of our union with Christ: sanctification is part recognizing that our redemption has been accomplished by Christ, and part realizing that our redemption is being applied by the Spirit. We are in Christ by faith, and he is in us by the power of the Spirit. Scripture gives us numerous snapshots of what this looks like: Ephesians 1:3—“In him we have every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places.” 2 Corinthians 5:17, 21—“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.... For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” Romans 8:10—“If Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness.” Galatians 2:20—“I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, To sanctify an object means to wash, cleanse, consecrate or set it aside for a special purpose. Sanctification is a Christian teaching about how God transforms a person, making them fit for a holy purpose. Sanctification includes a change of heart, a desire to love God and other people. It includes a change of mind, seeing the world from an honest perspective. It includes embracing the truth about life, one’s self and others. And in the future, sanctification includes a change in the body, healing and perfecting what it means to be human. Sanctification is a particular aspect of the Christian teaching of salvation. It’s a present experience of salvation, a process of transformation. It’s an experience that happens to a person after trusting in Christ for salvation and after God’s loving acceptance of them into His family. Sanctification is God’s gracious work that enables Christians to follow God’s moral code, to love Him, to love their neighbors and to love even their enemies as themselves. 1. Sanctification is God’s gracious work. Grace is God’s unmerited favor. It’s His loving posture toward all people. God does not sanctify a person because they are worthy or good; God sanctifies a person because of His mercy. This means that sanctification is God’s free gift (Ephesians 2:8). Sanctification is work that the Holy Spirit initiates and sustains (Galatians 3:1–3; 5:16–18). 2. Sanctification is supernatural. As a work of God, sanctification includes acquiring new habits, practices and thoughts. But it’s more than the natural work that a wise psychologist or counselor can accomplish in a person. Sanctification results from the supernatural presence and power of the Holy Spirit working in a Christian’s life (Galatians 5:22–26; Ephesians 3:20; 2 Corinthians 12:9–10). This means that sanctification isn’t limited by personality, life experience or upbringing. It also means that sanctification isn’t limited to civility or obedience that involves actions without heart. It’s more. Sanctification involves a transformation of the human person in the depths of their heart and soul. It’s more than what anyone can see or feel. It’s a mysterious, complex process that God initiates and sustains as a gift. For almost 2, 000 years, Christian teachers and pastors have wrestled with the Bible’s various teachings, stories, histories, poems and prophecies about this transformation of the human heart, mind and body. God requires his people “to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly” with God (Micah 6:8). For Christians, “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world” (James 1:27). The good news is that in sanctification God gives what God requires. God doesn’t just demand that Christians love and show compassion; instead, God creates a heart that loves and shows compassion. God helps Christians to mature into people who strive to do good in the world. Like a beautiful piece of art designed to bring joy, God turns His people into a masterpiece created to do good in the world (Ephesians 2:10). Beware of men trying to do this for you. In sanctification human beings participate in God’s work. God sanctifies Christians (1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 5:21; Ephesians 3:16; Galatians 2:20; Colossians 1:11; John 15:4; Galatians 5:22). And human beings participate, struggle, fight, work and act. Countless passages teach that human beings are responsible to work out their sanctification (Romans 8:12–13, 12:9–10; 2 Corinthians 7:1; Galatians 5:16–23; Colossians 3:5–14; Philippians 2:12–13). Christians aren’t passive spectators sitting on the sidelines while God does all the work to win the day. Instead, Christians are active players struggling against evil. “I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air. But I discipline my body, ” said Paul, “and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified” (1 Corinthians 9:26–27). At its heart, sanctification is a process of self-denial and gospel renewal. Sanctification is a process of dying and rising, of self-discipline and the renewing power of the Holy Spirit. Thus Paul can describe the Christian life in these terms: “For we who live are always being given over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our mortal flesh” (2 Corinthians 4:11). Self-denial is an essential ingredient in the process of sanctification (Luke 9:23; Colossians 3:5; Ephesians 4:22). But it’s not the only ingredient. The Holy Spirit working through the gospel must birth new life out of the ashes of an old life (Romans 10:17; Philippians 3:8–11; 2 Corinthians 5:17). Being a Christian means following Jesus in death and new life (Luke 9:23; Colossians 3:1–5). Through trusting Jesus, Christians experience a part of that new life as holiness or sanctification. Why does God want sanctification in the lives of believers, has a great answer, that will help us see the need for sanctification in our life if you are to live a life of holiness it is the only way to Holiness. It takes Sanctification to confirm that one was forgiven, and so that forgiven person can have the power to make this human living easier. So sanctification does this in the human world. it will call for us to do as The apostle Paul told us to set our minds on “things above, ” that is, heavenly things, not on “things on the earth, ” that is, earthly things (Colossians 3:2 ). He and other biblical authors make it clear that we need to be intentional about what is on our minds. In Romans 12:2, we find another excellent piece of advice from the apostle Paul. He wrote that we should be “transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2 ). How do we do that? The same Bible verse tells us not to be “conformed to this world” (Romans 12:2 ). We should not allow our minds to be shaped by the present world but by God’s Word. Our mindset needs to be changed. We need to let go of values and habits that don’t agree with God’s will and adopt a new mindset built upon the truth from Scripture. Sanctification lets the truly saved person Focus Their Thoughts on the Right Things. Paul’s exhortation in Philippians 4:8 teaches us to be very selective with what should occupy our thoughts. This Bible verse tells us to think about things that are: True Honest Just Pure Lovely Admirable Virtuous Worthy of praise If something doesn’t fit any of these categories, we should not allow it into our thought life. Sanctified people are God’ People who know they are forgiven, and have their rest in the Lord, those who God gave them the power to make Holy Living Easier. His work in us Prepares Us For Every Good Work. Makes It Easy To Overcome Sinful Habits. Brings About The New Nature. Makes It Easy To Love God Wholeheartedly. Makes You Easily Love Others Selflessly. Produces The Purity Of Heart. Brings About The New Life. Makes Obedience To God’s Word Easier. Makes You Heaven-Ready. Make us who God says we are. If we want to produce real change in our minds and hearts, we need God’s help. He is the One that can help us desire and pursue change (Philippians 2:13). No matter how hard we try on our own, we won’t be able to overcome our sinful human nature without God working in us through His Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:16-17). Saved people have been given the choice of obedience to God so they then can Let the Holy Spirit Be their Helper The Holy Spirit dwells in every child of God (John 14:17). He will help us keep our minds on heavenly things in many ways, such as: Teaching us and reminding us of the words of Christ Jesus (John 14:26). Leading us (Romans 8:14). Assuring us that we are children of God (Romans 8:16). Interceding for us (Romans 8:26). Guiding us into all truth (John 16:13). Empowering us (Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:11). And much more! Ask the Holy Spirit to be your helper, to help you discern and seek the important things (John 14:16). Sin is a Choice, this choice to Resist the Devil, is to the human flesh, as long as we are human we can sin, and sin will take anyone from God, Sin took Angles out of Heaven, and it will take any human out away from God. This is what the apostle James told us to do. By resisting the devil, he will flee from us (James 4:7). To resist means to oppose, to withstand against him. We resist the devil as Jesus did: through prayer, fasting, and God’s Word (Luke 4:1-13). We need to be aware of the enemy’s strategies so we don’t fall into his traps (2 Corinthians 2:11; 1 Peter 5:8). Since this battle occurs mostly in our minds, we need to resist the devil so that we can focus our minds on the things of God. Our repentance and God’s Forgiveness, makes it possible to Put on the Full Armor of God That is a known illustration Paul used to advise us in our fight against the evil one and its army (Ephesians 6:10-17). The components of the armor of God are: Belt of truth: to fight the devil’s lies. Breastplate of righteousness: Jesus’s righteousness (not ours! ) protects our hearts from the devil’s attacks. Shoes of the gospel of peace: to stand firm and advance into the enemy’s territory to proclaim the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Shield of faith: to extinguish the attacks by the enemy. Helmet of salvation: to protect our minds. Sword of the Spirit: this is the Word of God, which is our weapon of defense and attack (Matthew 4:3-11). Keep in mind that prayer is a key element in the battle (Ephesians 6:18). The flesh will have to Guard Your Heart, against false clergy, and the devil. What does that expression from Proverbs 4:23 mean? In biblical terms, the “heart” is the center of the will, thoughts, feelings, and desires. Nowadays, we say those things are in our minds. So, that expression means that we need to protect our minds from worldly things. Exposing ourselves to ungodly things that ignite our temptations can cause us to sin (Matthew 26:41; James 1:14-16; 1 John 2:15-17). God has us who are truly sanctified Let Go of our Old Self, and gives us the power to do it. In Ephesians 4:20-23, Paul tells us to put off our old self (our sinful nature) and put on our new self (the new creation Paul talks about in 2 Corinthians 5:17). This illustration reminds us of a person changing clothes. Paul urges us to let go of our fallen nature, with its evil desires and worldly lusts, and embrace our new holy nature. It all begins in our minds by letting go of worldly thoughts and actions that lead us to sin and pursuing holiness (1 Peter 1:14-16). Saved and sanctified people seek to Learn to Discern What Is Temporary from What Is Eternal. Everything in this world is temporary; it all belongs to a creation that will be renewed in the end (Revelation 21:1). We need to keep that in mind and understand that what really matters are the eternal things (2 Corinthians 4:18). We should set our minds and energy into making an eternal impact with our lives, not living for the things of the world. Our lives must be dedicated to God and the things that please Him. Saved people Get to See the World from God’s Perspective That helps us deconstruct the lies the world taught us our entire lives. It starts by observing how Jesus and the apostles lived. Read the New Testament, so we can understand what the New Covenant is all about, Jer.31:31- Heb. 8:1-13 and. Through this we can pay attention, and have answers to these questions: the apostles What occupied their time? What were their priorities? What mattered to them? How did they relate to the things of this world? For example, in the episode of Jesus’s temptation, we see the Lord refusing things of this earth, like food, riches, and power, in order to obey God’s Word (Luke 4:1-13). The Kingdom of God was His priority over whatever the devil could offer Him from the things of earth. His was a heavenly perspective. Repentance, and God;s forgiveness Let Love Be Your Motivation Paul begins the well-known chapter about love in 1 Corinthians chapter 13 by saying that everything we say, do, and give must be out of love; otherwise, it all comes down to nothing (1 Corinthians 13:1-3). God’s love must dwell in us, through the Holy Spirit, so our love for Him and others will be the driving force for what we think and do (1 Corinthians 16:14). Seek the Presence of God in our Life’s will to begin the work of the Lord in anyone, just as John 3:15-17 says it will. You cannot do it alone. But the good news is that God is with you (Isaiah 41:10). This assurance helps us focus on what matters, on the things of heaven. We don’t depend upon our own strength; we depend upon God! So, when you feel weak, when your mind slips into negative thoughts, remember that God is there with you, even if it doesn’t seem so. The sanctified person may not be the great one on earth but they have Him to show the way, so we should just say Lord I don't know how to keep food on my table so if You show me, they will Seek God’s Wisdom. We need God’s wisdom to help us focus our minds and hearts on the things of the Kingdom of God. Here are some suggestions to help you seek wisdom from God: Be humble and acknowledge you need it (Proverbs 3:7, 18:15). Know that all wisdom comes from God (Proverbs 2:6). Study the Bible. Start by meditating on Jesus’s life in the New Testament and the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. Pray and ask God to give you wisdom (James 1:5). Welcome advice from more experienced followers of Jesus and learn from those who belong to the body of Christ (Proverbs 19:20; Colossians 3:16). Make Prayer will be a Daily Habit for the saved person. Scripture teaches us everything we need to know about God and His will so we can live a new life. It shows us the good things that should occupy our minds to pursue holiness. That’s why we must have quality time on a daily basis meditating in the Bible and praying to the Lord, asking Him to help us put what we are learning into practice (Joshua 1:8; Psalm 1:2; Matthew 6:6). The power of God gives us what we need to take the devil out of the show, so use Bible Verses, to do so. Committing excerpts from the Word of God to your memory is a great way to keep your mind on heavenly things. The first step is to select verses from Scripture that will help you remember what God has done for you, who He is, and the promises He gave to all of us. Use memorization techniques that best suit you, and make sure to practice every day. Keep bringing verses you’ve already memorized to your mind throughout the day, so you don’t forget them (Psalm 119:11). Those who truly love God will Ask God to Search Their Heart. It takes courage to do that. We know that there are many things even in a believer’s mind that displease the Lord. Our sins come from them. But sin itself blinds us to our wrong ways. That’s why we need to ask the Lord to: Search our heart, our inner being (Psalm 139:23). Show us the things we do that grieves Him (Psalm 139:24). Help us sanctify our minds and change our ways (Psalm 51:10). Daily Repentance, are where we Confess Your Sins and Ask for God’s Forgiveness Daily This is a critical habit that will bring major changes to your life and your relationship with the Lord. So, here are a few things that will help you pursue a heavenly mindset and a holy life: Think about your day. Ask God to help you remember the sins you committed and the things that you shouldn’t have done. Confess them to God. Ask Him for forgiveness, believing that Jesus has already paid the price at the cross. Ask Him to help you fight temptation and not fall into those sins again. Thank God and believe you’re forgiven (Proverbs 28:13; 1 John 1:9). Make it a daily routine in your life to see what someone is saying is in the scriptures.. The Scriptures already tell us to Flee from Temptation, we can see and hear a false clergy, when the preacher says He has a problem with the ladies, or they are not following the rules God has for the Clergy, such a person will lead you and your children into sin. During trials, we must persevere. But, when it comes to temptation, we can never overestimate our strength to resist it (Matthew 26:41). We must flee from the situation right away (Genesis 39:11-12; 1 Corinthians 6:18). The more we allow our eyes, ears, and thoughts to be exposed to such things that tempt us, the higher the risk that we may fall. We must protect our minds and not give opportunities for the devil to tempt us (Ephesians 4:26-27). Truly forgiven people will Create Strategies to Bring their Mind to God Throughout the Daily repentance, as placing their mind on God. Even saved people need to be intentional to bring God’s Word into your mind during your daily life. Here are some suggestions: Thank God for every good thing that happens (a good meal, a beautiful sunset, a fast commute, a pleasant conversation, a problem solved, a good idea you had, etc.). Pray quietly for people you meet. Use your breaks or waiting time to read a portion of Scripture or talk to God. Use your imagination and think of other good ways to keep connecting to God at all times. Saved people who are sanctified can indulge in Earthly Pleasures, as long as they are okay in the eyes of God, but only with what He says is not sinful. Most sins don’t happen unexpectedly. They begin with little temptations that we give in, thinking that it’s no big deal. But it is. Every sin is a huge deal (Romans 6:23). So, we must learn to resist every temptation that draws us to do something that will feed our earthly urges and bring us self-centered gratification. We need to pursue the will of God and resist any impulse that can lead us to sin (James 1:14-15). The Flesh is kept under control when we Practice Fasting When we fast, we give up something we need (usually food) to dedicate time and energy exclusively for the Lord (Matthew 4:4). Whenever you can, take some time to fast, pray, and seek the presence of the Lord. The discipline you learn through fasting will help you control other urges of your body and mind that may lead you to sin (1 Corinthians 9:27). God say Be Thankful to God Even during difficult times, we have a lot of reasons to be thankful to God. The Lord has done so much for us; He has shown His great love for us in many ways: He gave His son to pay for our sins (Romans 5:8). He forgave us (1 John 1:9). He adopted us as His own children (John 1:12). He gave us eternal life with Him (John 3:16). And much more. We don’t even notice most of the blessings that He gives us every day. So, make sure to take a moment to thank the Lord for all He does for you daily (Psalm 145:9; James 1:17). Be specific and let each reason you mention sink in your mind and lead you to worship the Lord for His kindness. When God sanctifies our Thinking becomes Intentionally and comes to the front of the human living, that is Qudash Living is then possible. All humans have a sinful nature. It means that it is natural for us to sin. So, thinking about heavenly things is not natural for us. We need to practice it intentionally. If we let our minds wander freely, most of the thoughts that come to us are usually not heavenly thoughts. So, avoid letting your mind wander without purpose. Feed it with good content. For example, if you’re tired and need to relax, instead of letting your thoughts run freely, put on some good music that helps you think about godly things while you rest. The Lord working in us makes us Beware of our Pride Pride is a threat that lives inside every one of us. It tempts us to think that our good works are somehow making us better than other people or that we are worthy of the kindness of God. Don’t let worldly thoughts like that creep into your mind. Do this instead: Remain humble (James 4:6). Consider others better than yourself (Philippians 2:3). Keep in mind that you don’t deserve any favor from the Lord (Ephesians 2:8-9). Remember that the good things you do also come from the Lord (James 1:17). Forgiveness lets us Put our Hope in God When we decide to live our lives for God, we face all sorts of resistance, including from our own earthly nature. We need to do our best to fight temptation and focus our minds on heavenly things. And we need to trust God that He will take care of what’s beyond our reach (Philippians 4:13). Trust Him with your needs, your circumstances, your future (2 Corinthians 4:16-18). Put your hope in Him and Him alone (Romans 15:13). The apostle Paul gave us a bold challenge. Discipline and intentional actions will help you keep your mind connected to the word of Christ Jesus, who is seated at the right hand of God in the heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6). Set your mind on the things above, and the peace of God will guard your hearts and your minds in the Lord Jesus Christ (Philippians 4:6-9). There are many godly attitudes one needs to have if a person professes to be a true Christian and this post will look at the godly attitudes that are a must-have for every true Christian. As Christians, our Lord Jesus Christ expects us to behave and have a certain godly attitude that will differentiate us from ungodly people who are unsaved and are without the life of Christ in them. Without wasting much of your precious time, let’s quickly dive into a list of godly attitudes you need to have that will prove that you are indeed a true believer. What Is A Godly Attitude anyone can see in a person that God has sanctified A godly attitude is simply an attitude one professing the Christian faith displays in their Christian life that reflects the godly character of our Lord Jesus Christ. It’s also an attitude that reflects the life of Christ in a person that will show a person is indeed a true follower of Jesus Christ (Philippians 2:5-11). A godly attitude is also based on righteousness and godly principles of the bible that defines the way a godly person carries him or herself in their daily life. Below is a list of 10 godly attitudes that will differentiate a true Christian from a fake Christian who is yet to be truly saved as is without a life of Christ Jesus in them. Love. Humility. Gentleness. Kindness. Forgiveness. Hospitable. Generosity. Praying For Each Other. Gratitude. Supportive Of Each Other. Real agape love that is selfless and puts the needs of others above one’s one is one of the major attitudes that all professing believers need to have. Jesus Christ commands us in John 13:34 in the New Testament that we must love each other as He’s loved us. Only when we do so will the unbelievers of the world truly know we are indeed true Christians and true followers of Jesus Christ. Our love must be based on actions and not just mere talk, which is what true love is all about. Sadly, this isn’t the case with many fake professing Christians out there who only think about themselves in the way they treat others. This ought not to be so. Let your love be the reason why another human never gives up on life. Having a spirit of humility is also another vital godly attitude you need to display to others as it’s one of the vital fruits of the Holy Spirit Galatians 5:22, 23 talks about what will be present in you if you are a true born-again Christian. This implies that you ought not to think too highly of yourself and think you are better than others. Rather, in humility, you must esteem others better than yourself. It also means that pride and arrogance must not have a place in your life if you claim to be a true Christian. If you have the humility of Christ in your heart, you won’t exalt yourself or think you are better than others in your actions. Being gentle to your fellow brothers and sisters in Christ is also a vital godly attitude you need to have in your Christian living if you are a godly person who truly understands what true Christianity is all about (Philippians 4:5). Implying that you must not be harsh or rude to others even when they do you wrong, especially with your words and actions. You need to learn to speak in brotherly kindness to others and treat others gently as Christ did. You must not be like the Pharisees of the old who were harsh to others, yet their lives lived much to be desired. If you are gentle in your words and how you treat others, people will open up to you and want to listen to you. The other godly attitude that you need to have as a true Christian with the Spirit of Christ in you is you need to be kind to others even to people who don’t deserve your kindness. God’s word tells us in Ephesians 4:32 that as believers we need to show love and kindness to each other which will be proof that we understand what being a true Christian is all about. You need to understand that God’s love is always accompanied by godly kindness that makes you a pleasant person everyone wants to be around. It’s through your love and kindness that you show to others will many be drawn to Christ via your godly example. As a professing believer, you also need to show forgiveness to others who have done you wrong, no matter the gravity of the offense done against you. Jesus Christ tells us in Matthews 6:14 that we must forgive others so that we can be forgiven as well by our Heavenly Father. Implying that, a spirit of unforgiveness and holding grudges must have no room in your life. If you are a person that harbors, grudges, bitterness, and unforgiveness toward your offenders, then you aren’t a true Christian at all as real Christians don’t harbor unforgiveness as they know none is perfect and we all need grace and forgiveness in our lives. Recommended: Why Is Forgiveness Important In Christianity & The Body Of Christ? Being hospitable to others, especially your fellow brothers and sisters in the Lord and faith is another important godly attitude you need to have as a true believer in Christ. Implying that you must be a person that’s selflessly willing to help those in need. Romans 12:13 tells us that we must pursue hospitality and share with our fellow saints in the Lord who are in need. We must not be selfish and greedy by thinking only about ourselves as selfishness is not a spirit from God but from the enemy. Learn to embrace the spirit of hospitality and caring for others wherever the chance to do you presents itself to you. Generosity is also another list of godly attitudes we need to have as believers to others especially those of the same household of faith. This means that as Christians, we need to learn to share what we have, be it our wealth with others. The apostle Paul tells us in 1 Timothy 6:17 that we are to be rich in doing good deeds to others by being generous and willing to share what we have with others. By doing so, we are laying up for ourselves great treasures and rewards in heaven in the life to come in eternity when all is said and done with our earthly lives. We are also told in James 5:16 that as believers, we ought to pray for one another in the Lord as that will show we truly love and care for each other in the brotherhood of Christ. Praying for each other is crucial as Christians as that will help us remain strong in the Lord and not let Satan take advantage of us by trying to sow seeds of division in the body of Christ. If many professing believers understood the value of supporting each other in prayer in the family of Christ, all these divisions we see in the body of Christ that Satan is using to make us hate each other wouldn’t be happening at all. Gratitude to the Lord and the blessings He’s blessed you with in your life is another good attitude you need to practice in your Christian life as a believer even in bad times, not just when things are good. We are told in 1 Thessalonians 5:16 that we must give thanks to God in all things, especially the good things He’s done in our lives we often take for granted. Implying that we must not show a negative attitude of ingratitude toward God by murmuring and complaining when life gets hard by forgetting all the good things God has done for us prior like the Israelites did in the old testament via their murmurings. Last but not least, we are to be supportive of each other in the body of Christ as believers and not allow envy and jealousy to make us want to bring our fellow brothers and sisters in the Lord down. We need to be there for each other in times of need and learn to lift each other to greater heights. Sadly, this isn’t the case in the church today as many who profess to be believers are the ones who are bringing and tearing others down through their jealousy. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 tells us that we need to encourage each other and build each other up by not allowing jealousy to spring up in our hearts which makes us want to bring others down. Only when we do that will the church be a better place to be. I hope the above post on 10 lists of godly attitudes every true Christian must have will now help you display godly conduct to others that speak the life of Christ in you. May prayer is after reading what you have read above be able to practice everything you have read above so that the church can be a better place to be. In closing, if this post has edified you to be a better Christian, let me know in the comments below, and don’t forget to share before you leave. God bless. Sharing is caring, Godly Giving to others does have God’s rules of 1 Timothy 5:5-8. Each home has to have a person who will care for it first so that God is pleased with what we do under the all Christian and all New Covenant. To obey God is the only way that Makes Holy Living Easier. One of the first benefits of sanctification in the life of every true believer is that it makes it easy for you to live a life of holiness and righteousness that’s free from sin. God has called us unto sanctification and holiness, which is why Leviticus 20:7, 8 tells us in the old testament that we must sanctify ourselves so that we can be holy and righteous even as He’s holy. Without sanctification, you will struggle a lot with habitual sins which will explain why you find it hard to give up certain sinful habits in your Christian life that are hindering you from living a holy life that’s completely free from the bondage of sin. The second benefit of being sanctified as a believer is that it prepares us for every good work to meet for the Master’s use in His kingdom. 2 Timothy 2:21 in the new testament tells us if we cleanse ourselves of what’s dishonorable i.e. sin, we will be vessels unto honor, ready for every good work in the Master’s house. This is only made possible by sanctification which cleanses our inner man by removing the root of sin that we are naturally born with that makes us dirty and vessels unto dishonor as the Lord Jesus Christ only wants holy vessels cleansed from sin to use in His house. Another benefit you will notice when you get sanctified is that you will now find it easy to overcome sin and any sinful habits that you used to find a challenge to overcome when you were unsanctified. This will be so because of the new nature of Christ created in God’s likeness and righteousness Ephesians 4:24 talks about that will now be active in your life as your old nature of sin will now be done away with at sanctification. So, if you are struggling with certain sinful habits you are finding hard to overcome, it’s a sign that you need sanctification ASAP. All you need to do is pray for God to sanctify your heart today so that you are no longer enslaved by the sin you may be struggling with. Sanctification also brings about the new nature of Christ Jesus in the life of every genuinely saved believer with a real salvation experience that makes one finds it easy to live a holy life and shun sin. It’s this new nature found in every sanctified believer we earlier saw in Ephesians 4:24 that will enable you to overcome sin as the old nature of sin that made you a slave to sin is no longer in your life. If you are finding it hard to live a life of holiness and righteousness, it shows that you need to be sanctified so that this new nature of Christ Jesus that makes one desire righteousness and hate sin is imputed into you. Only then, will you be able to overcome sin. A saved person does show the Characteristics Of The New Nature Of Christ All True Believers Have this opened to them.. Another important benefit that comes with sanctification is that it will make it easy for you to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind as we are commanded in Deuteronomy 6:4-7 in the Old Testament. Loving God with all our hearts without any rivals as Christians is the most important commandment God has given us in the Bible, which is naturally hard for us to do due to our sinful self that only wants to please itself. However, when you get sanctified, you will find it easy to love God the way you ought to as the self that makes you not love God the way you ought to has been taken care of. Explaining why you will find it easy to serve God with all your heart after being sanctified. Also, when you get sanctified with God’s Holy Spirit in your heart, you will begin to find it easy to selflessly love others with the selfless agape love 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 talks about without any selfish motives or expecting to get something in return. You need to understand as humans, we are naturally brutally selfish and self-centered creatures which is why we can’t truly love others the way God wants us to if we are not sanctified. Moreover, if you get sanctified, that selfish nature that naturally makes you self-centered and only loves others if you are benefitting from them is completely removed in your heart so that you can selflessly love others as God’s love is now in your life. The purity of heart is also another benefit that will come if you get sanctified. Jesus Christ tells us in Matthews 5:8 that only those with a sanctified pure heart free from sin will ever enter heaven and see God in His full glory. When your heart becomes sanctified, you will notice that you will no longer have those evil desires that made you fulfill the sinful desires of the flesh you once had. Instead, your heart after being sanctified will now be holy and pure. You now have pure and holy desires that make you want to be holy and righteous as well as hate the sin you once loved when your old Adamic sinful nature was active before sanctification. You will also have a new life after getting sanctified due to the new birth experience and new nature you will have by the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit that regenerates one from the inside. In 2 Corinthians 5:17, we are told that anyone who’s in Christ Jesus becomes a new creation and old things have passed away, and all things have become new. Implying that you will no longer live your old life of sin. Instead, after experiencing sanctification, you will begin to live a new life characterized by holiness and righteousness. No longer will you desire to go back to your old sinful lifestyle since you are a new creation in Christ. Another benefit of sanctification in the Christian life of every believer is it makes obedience to God’s word easier with His imputed grace in us. Naturally, our sinful self and the flesh hate to submit to God’s word as God’s word is against everything our sinful self desires to do. It’s why we find obeying God’s word hard if we are unsanctified. On the other hand, if you get sanctified, obeying God’s word in totality, not partially will become much easier for you to do and His word won’t be grievous for you to do as 1 John 5:3 tells us since our natural sinful self has been put to death by the sanctification of the heart. Last but not least, the last vital benefit of sanctification is it will make you heaven-ready in the sense that you will find it much easier to live a consistent life that’s above sin if you are sanctified. If you are not sanctified, however, you will find it hard to live a consistently holy life, which is why you will find yourself rising and falling all the time in the same sins as your Adamic sinful nature that makes you prone to sin has not yet been dealt with. Hebrews 12:14 tells us that without holiness, none will see the Lord. So, if you want to be heaven-ready all the time, be sanctified if you are not yet sanctified. Doing so will make you heaven-ready as you will find it easy to be consistently holy in your Christian life. Jesus makes us more than what we were and makes us more than where we have come from, more than what we have done, more than what others think of us, more than what someone has done to us, take all that you are to Jesus. Email me anytime with your Request, [email protected] your brother in the Lord.

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Dear: Hurt, and wronged 😣 in Bath county KY. From the Elder: Thank you for your Emails and your request for some answers. In His service I must give you this answer. Dear sister: To free yourself from the prison of bitterness, you need to first acknowledge your failure as well as what the person has wronged you in. so to receive God’s forgiveness we all have to forgive. Jesus is the one who makes us more than what we have done, more than where we come from, more than what someone has done to us.. Now, no Elder will be engaging in victim blaming, but what I am saying is this: you can never truly forgive others until you have received God’s forgiveness, and you will never receive God’s forgiveness until you understand how desperately you need it. Romans 10:9-13 is a very real gift from God just as John 3:16. God’s Grace is God’s Mercy to us all. People who have a hard time forgiving usually have an inflated view of their own righteousness. They don’t understand what sinners they are and how much they need God’s grace. That’s why it’s important if you are ever going to forgive others that you receive God’s forgiveness. Trying to forgive somebody without receiving God’s forgiveness is like trying to write a check on an account for which you have no money. We forgive because we have been forgiven by God. Finally, we have to choose forgiveness over bitterness. We can’t choose what other people do to us, but we can make the choice of letting go and forgiving, or holding on and being destroyed. Why should you choose forgiveness? There are certainly some great spiritual reasons to forgive. In Matthew 18, Jesus told a parable of a king whose slave owed him an immeasurable debt. Matthew 6:14, “For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” this is to all of us. It is something to think about the next time we refuse to extend forgiveness to another. Honestly men let the devil confuse the answers God gives us to help us the most, , sometimes the Bible can be confusing if we only listen to men. One verse says we are saved by putting faith in God’s grace and not of works, and that is the truth and then in another verse Jesus would tell people if you don’t forgive, your Father in heaven will not forgive you. To the person who actually thinks when they read, that sounds like a contradiction. Forgiving people is good work and all saved people do have the ability to do good work for others and themselves.. So as for your question? Is Jesus saying we have to do some good work to be right with God, the answer is no but to have a good human life now is what God seeks to give us. Which is what God has for us all? Are we saved by grace or do we have to do good works? And if we have to do good work, which works do we have to do? The answer is we do whatever we can for anyone and for ourselves. God is given us this, understand that we are healed when you give healing. We accept forgiveness as accomplished in ourselves when we forgive. John 20:23 came at the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry. That God forgives sins through the work of Jesus Christ on the Cross is the very core of the gospel message. It is faith in the finished work of Jesus on the Cross that one can be saved. Choosing forgiveness, rather than resentment, allows us to release the pain we have been holding onto. As you choose to forgive, it will calm the stress your body has been carrying. This can help regulate your blood pressure and even give a boost to your immune system. Research shows that practicing forgiveness will benefit your overall health. And it is the most honorable thing a saved person can do when wronged by someone. When we forgive, there is power in forgiveness. We release the offense, and it no longer occupies the same space as it once did in our lives. We release the offense and make room for joy to come and take its place. When we forgive, God forgives us for our offenses to Him. Don’t refuse to open your hands, extend those fingers and let the offense go. Don’t refuse to forgive so you can say you’re right. Please don’t refuse to forgive so you can hold onto the anger forever. I always say this – anger and joy have a hard time occupying the same space. They are opposite emotions. If we allow anger and unforgiveness to stay rooted in us, it will grow into bitterness and strangle any shred of happiness we may feel. We often hear about the importance of forgiving others – and that’s true. Practicing forgiveness is beneficial to emotional well-being and even to physical health. God calls for us to forgive others so we can step free for ourselves. But too often, we have a limited understanding of forgiveness that doesn’t go much beyond feeling better about a person or situation. It’s very hard to extend forgiveness to people who have hurt or betrayed us. But as scripture so plainly says, we must so that we can be forgiven. God says forgive so we can be forgiven. But as scripture so plainly says, we must so that we can be forgiven. We’re filthy rags who need forgiveness. If God can forgive our worst sins, stuff that genuinely disappoints and scares us or hurts us deeply, then we should be able to extend forgiveness to others who so as the scripture says Mark 11:24-26: “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you and your sins.” Working through pain can only happen once we admit we’ve been hurt. And acknowledging this can intensify the feelings. Tears, feelings of resentment and ruminating thoughts are a good indicator that something’s wrong. Don’t numb yourself or “stuff” the emotion down, as that cuts off the process of forgiving others before it’s even begun. We can use things to help us remember what we are forgiving the person for. Try writing down what happened in a journal, or share with a trusted friend. Admit that what happened makes you feel sad or angry, and be honest about what emotions are rising up in you, even if it epitomizes unforgiveness and you think you shouldn’t feel that way. God has made a way out for the person who has suffered wrong as well as for anyone who wrongs someone. Through the process of forgiveness, you will begin to release your emotional pain and heal your emotional wounds. Forgiving someone who has hurt you will allow you to find the strength to move forward rather than letting your painful emotions hold you in the past. Forgiving someone does not mean that what they did was O.K. It's not about them or even how they feel about your forgiveness. It’s about improving how you feel because you chose to forgive and are no longer controlled by resentment and hatred. God has made a way for each one of us to return to a strong standing through forgiveness of a wrong we have suffered. Choosing to forgive can bring your spirit wholeness and peace that it has been longing for. But it can be confusing to know what steps to take to truly forgive and let it go. Talking to a pastor, priest, or a spiritual leader you trust, can help you learn to forgive in a way that meets your spiritual needs. Taking time for meditation and prayer can also help you stay focused on choosing to live in forgiveness. Think about a time when you have had to ask for forgiveness; how did it make you feel? When have you wronged another person, and did they extend forgiveness to you, or withhold it? The Bible directs us to do to others what we would have them do to us (Matthew 7:12) and so it can be helpful to put ourselves in their shoes for a moment. God’s forgiveness does this for each of us. Reminding ourselves of the debt that God forgave us in Christ when we certainly didn’t deserve it, can help us forgive others. If we have been forgiven so much, how then can we hold onto grievances committed against us? This is another step in the process and doesn’t mean that you must be ready at this point to voice your forgiveness to your offender. This may not ever be possible, as the person may no longer be living. You can still forgive someone without that forgiveness being accepted. Jesus stressed the importance of forgiving others on many occasions and even included it in the Lord’s prayer, “forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.” Pray that this would hit home in your heart and that your decision to obey would force your emotions to catch up. Let go of the hurt step into freedom the way God told us to.. The devil is an expert at getting a foothold when we have made a choice to forgive but the wound is still sensitive. Don’t allow yourself to replay the offense over and over; let go of the pain and determine that you are going to choose to move forward. This is where prayer is essential as on our own we are tempted to wander back to unforgiveness. Forgiveness is more than just saying a prayer and moving on. It’s a serious decision that you make over and over again. The process will most likely be uncomfortable and painful, but it will always be worth it in the end. Forgiveness goes beyond feeling that you have forgiven someone, or feeling like you should be more forgiving. The meaning of the word “forgive” includes the following deeper ideas: • Letting go of resentment: You don’t have to have warm feelings for someone in order to forgive them, but you should be working toward letting go of resentful or bitter feelings. • Giving up the need for payback: If you have forgiven someone, they are no longer in your debt. Payback is not necessary. You don’t require that they pay you back for something they owe you. You don’t insist on getting even, or having something harmful happen to them in return. Pray for the person who hurt you. In Matthew 5:44 Jesus commands us “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” Ask God to reveal his love to your offender in your heart, and for him to dissolve negative emotions. Is there any more powerful witness of God’s transforming grace than someone who can display true forgiveness to the “unforgivable”? With promises found in Scriptures like Philippians 4:13 (“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength”) and Romans 12:21 (“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good”), we know that we can depend on God to give us the grace to live out forgiveness. Make the right choice – start a journey of forgiveness today, praying for the Lord to equip you for this difficult but eternally rewarding task. As with any healing after pain, trauma, or the fracturing of a close relationship, learning to forgive takes time. Even if we acknowledge we forgive someone, the painful feelings we have about what they’ve done won’t immediately subside. In some cases, those feelings will always remain. There are a few things to remember as you work on forgiving others: • You’ll have to confront the deeper issue. Particularly if you are working to forgive deep hurts like abuse, abandonment, or betrayal, it helps to work with someone who can help you navigate that pain and help you come up with specific ways you can practice forgiveness while feeling emotionally safe. • It’s a decision, not a feeling. You can decide to forgive each day, and that decision may come easier some days than others. Give yourself time, space, and kindness as you work to forgive. • Forgiveness is an act of self-care. Even if you struggle to forgive someone fully, any effort to let go of resentment is going to help you heal and create more space for the healthier relationships in your life. • You can ask God to help you forgive. God has forgiven each one of us and He wants us to exhibit that same forgiveness to others. Praying to forgive can go a long way toward helping you find peace. Until next time Your brother in the Lord.

Bath County Topix/Craigslist replacement » Man that doesnt have a Soul
Cecil at 584 forge hill road & Kearen are living like their married hes just a soul taker hes the Devil him self watch out people he realiy took me for a ride after 6 years of lies hes had 4 women moving in & out and talkes there stuff begging them to just be engaged buys a ring But he want marry until his Mother & Father Dies so dont fall for his lies, and by no means does he have a soul he even said the Devil tryed to pull him out of bed buy his feet neighborsif you hear any shooting there Please call the Cops he and her are not to have gurns let along shooting around there they have a EPO against them so Pesticks keep this in mind he makes his own bullets & has why over 20 guns he also said he could shoot a State Cop getting off exit 121 thats so crazy & scary

Bath County Topix/Craigslist replacement » We should be always ready to Help
Psalms 37:1-8 Help in the times of trouble. Encouragement from the scriptures. From : Pastor Elder Simon Kidd Phone me any time, 606-674-2480 When do we NEED WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT? Remember this when God saves you He made it possible for us to walk as Humans on Holy Ground. Be encouraged – God sees you. He hears you. He knows exactly where you are. And He cares deeply for you. This Place of Care is a step along the path of life, so let those who are here to help, be honored, and praised. Be thankful as the people of God for the help we receive daily, to become the temple where the Holy Ghost lives there has to be Holy and forgiven actions in our life, My God bless all —their crucial role in God’s plan to dwell with the needs of humanity. God has given answers in the scriptures to Caregivers, the very people who are there with you all of the time. The Scripture is filled with encouraging Bible verses that provide an uplifting word of hope and inspiration for any of us and for them as well. They already know that Despair and anxiety have always been and will always be a part of life on Earth, but we can all find strength and guidance in these encouraging Bible verses. No matter what we face - sickness, relationship conflict, where no one will come to see us, death of a loved one, or even a worldwide pandemic, there is always an opportunity to re-focus on God's promises. God wants to encourage us to find joy and peace every single day. That's why Scripture is packed with encouraging verses! God's Word has been translated and kept alive for hundreds of centuries so that it could speak directly to our heart right now! You were meant to find hope through Jesus Christ and the love of God. The best way to fight discouragement is by meditating on words of encouragement! To assist you in finding or offering others an uplifting word of encouragement, we have the word of God here right now. If you identify as a Jesus follower today, your role is the same. You are an ancient way of salvation and are God's temple. This can be a strange concept to grasp. Let’s observe how the temple theme unfolds throughout the biblical answers or as some call it the narrative. As the Bible tells us in 1cor.3:16 so we are as His saved and forgiven people. The New Testament writers continue to use temple language, but they are no longer concerned with a building; it was the sanctified person they were talking about. When they write about the temple, they are talking about the people of God. The apostle Paul writes, “do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you” (1 Cor. 6:19-20 1 Corinthians 6:19-20)? We are told this by Matthew so go into the scriptures and read this Let God worry about your needs (Matthew 6:27) God tells us that He will strengthen you and help you (Isaiah 41:10)-We all are what He says we are so His compassions never fail (Lamentations 3:22–23) Read this when you are down, A body (Romans 12:4-5; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27) The "bride" of Christ (Ephesians 5; Revelation 19:6-8) A flock of sheep (to be shepherded - c.f. Acts 20:28-29; 1 Peter 5:2-3) A family (into which we have been adopted (Galatians 4:5) and now are to relate to one another as brothers and sisters in Christ (Matthew 12:48-50; 1 John 4:20; 1 Timothy 5:1-2) God is not out to harm anyone For I know the plans I have for you (Jeremiah 29:11. So what does God want us to do? Be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9)---1 Thessalonians 5:11 - Encourage Each Other We can say this and show this in any place we may find ourselves in. I can do all this through Him who gives me strength (Philippians 4:12–13) When you have done all you can, what does God say? My grace is sufficient for you (2 Corinthians 12:9–10) What about when we are tempted, God will provide a way out (1 Corinthians 10:13) When we feel all alone and can’t see the care of God.God cares for you (1 Peter 5:7)--“Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up. I will fear no evil, for you are with me (Psalm 23) this is Him with us. Always let our hearts see God for what He truly is and so, The Bible describes God as a good father, who lovingly cares for His children (Psalm 68:5, Isaiah 64:8). He’s also described as a good king, who hears the cry of the oppressed and mistreated, bringing out justice on their behalf (Isaiah 30:18, Romans 12:19). Rather than a building with a steeple, the Bible describes “church” as the misfit’s we are so we are a collection of imperfect followers of Jesus because we did John 3:16 as God says we can.. No matter how far the saved person falls down they can return as long as we are in the human body, the Flesh is just the flesh and the flesh is not going to heaven, there is going to be a change at the end of our lives, we will lay this body down, but God through the savior and Christ will call it back up from the grave at His return, God has given us all that we need to be forgiven for anything we have sinned in against Him.. The Bible describes the church as the People and them as Jesus’ body (Colossians 1:18), His bride (Ephesians 5:25-27), and that saved person as the very place where God dwells, in that born again new Temple, Remember that the saved person's body is where the Holy Ghost now is, that God has clean up the body, through His forgiveness, (Ephesians 2:19-22). It’s designed to be a place of unity and diversity (1 Corinthians 12:13), a community of commitment and radical generosity (Acts 2:42-45), and a weapon against the very power of hell itself (Matthew 16:18). Be careful when we are sick. Too often, though, the times of trouble we experience fall, and come far short of those biblical rules that God calls His doctrine, a bad time in our lives and at its worst, we can wreak havoc unlike anything else and fall into sin. The Bible has answers to anything we may be in need of in our lives. The words of Jesus can comfort us when we’re feeling broken, weary, and worthless. Paul and the other New Testament authors can fill us up and inspire us to face the challenges of the Christian life. We are no different in the mind than any other person who was on this earth, so Like the Israelites, we too can lean on God’s promises during our darkest hour, so should we stand on what the Lord has given us. At the time we’re in the middle of the storms of life, it can be hard to find the strength you need to keep going. And when a friend, a loved one, or a member of your church faces trials, it’s difficult to know how to encourage them. Thankfully, there are many encouraging bible verses we can turn to. When we are in trouble it is great that we have help as well as answers. So what we think on as well as can harm us and take us down as we are told about in Phi. 4:6-7-John 14:1-3-Prov. 24:19- Luke 12:22-31-Psa. 37:1-8 We are what God says we are and He is good for His word and He says that help comes from the Lord (Psalm 121) so read this from the bible for yourselves. There is never a moment when God doesn’t know exactly what’s going on in our life. He is always watching over you, waiting to help you. Whatever help you need, no matter how insignificant, you can simply ask—and the God who set the stars in place and created the heavens will hold you up. He will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5–6) You are worth more than many sparrows (Luke 12:6-7) God says we can live like this, understanding and saying this You are my refuge and my shield (Psalm 119:114–115) Paul has already told us this My God will meet all your needs (Philippians 4:19) Reach for the Bible, let it talk to our needs! Mark 10:27 “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.’” Philippians 1:6 “…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Psalm 37:23-24 “The LORD makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the LORD upholds him with his hand.” If you’re feeling overwhelmed and need some encouragement, these Bible verses will give us all courage and confidence. Why not meditate on these Scriptures throughout the day and share them with your friends? Hebrews 10:24-25 “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Luke 12:32 “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Paul tells us this Philippians 4:7 “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” The power source given to the saved is this***1 John 4:4 “You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world. Psalm 28:6-7 “Praise be to the LORD for He has heard my cry for mercy. The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” Hebrews 12:1-3 “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” Psalm 46:1-3 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Remember that God has the answers to all things and He tells us this Isaiah 40:31 “…but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.” 1 Chronicles 16:11 “Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.” Deuteronomy 7:9 Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. Jeremiah 31:3 I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness. This God says that all are His who-so-evers as John 3:16 tells us we all are. And He gives that Hope to us all. Don’t worry about someone taking us from God! ***Romans 8:35-39 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: “For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.” No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. The Love that is from God will last forever*** 1 John 4:19 We love because he first loved us. 1 John 4: 8 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. John 15: 12-13My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. 1 Peter 4:8 Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 1 Corinthians 16:14 Do everything in love. Colossians 3:14 Above all, be loving. This ties everything together perfectly. Ephesians 4:2-3 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 2 Timothy 4:17 “But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it.” This God we are talking about is this, Philippians 4:13 “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Psalm 118:14 “The LORD is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.”*** So when we are not where we should be in this life, why not just return to the Bible for God’s answers? When all seems hopeless, God’s message about our future can deeply encourage us. The Bible is full of scripture about hope and it’s good to be reminded from time to time of the hope that God offers to us. Until next time The Elder: {Pray to God and never at Him} this is the True God that one is praying to, so remember this when praying***God loves you so do I God’s love is unconditional God’s love is revealed to us in Jesus God calls us to love our enemies God’s love inspires us to love our neighbors with compassion! Luke 1:37 “For no word from God will ever fail.” Nahum 1:7 “The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”

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Jb Traylor lies cheats steals rats manipulates and has many STDs!!! He will lure you in and make you think he's a great guy while the whole time he is playing you and ten other women at the same time. Don't fall for it ladies!!!

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » The Resurrection Sunday?
The Resurrection Of the Lord. Easter Sunday! The Year was 30 AD.. From the Elder : Old Church of God of the New Covenant 1. Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13 Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13- Heb. 9:10 that church anyone can read about in the scriptures. When we are talking about the Easter Jesus we are talking about the Sunday Jesus, and the Christmas Jesus, the Lamb, and Son of God who was God as Gen, 1:1- John 1:1-4 says He is. The Death of this savior, brings this world an all Christian all New Covenant. Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13 where all and anyone can come to God and can have church anywhere as Matt. 18:20 tells us we can, The Resurrection brings a better way and a new Beginning, for anyone who wants it. John 3:16 is the place that all mankind has to start at when they want this Jesus that in the choice God the Father made.. This savior JESUS SUFFER AND DIE for all who want to be saved. John 3:16? To Be Saved? This question was asked to one of the followers of Jesus Christ nearly 2000 years ago and is still just as important and relevant of a question for you today. Have you ever thought about this question? Do you know the answer to the question? I would like you to seriously consider this question today because your response will determine how you will live your life and where you will spend eternity after you die. So please, read this page carefully in its entirety. Here is how the follower of Jesus answered the question: “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). It is a simple response, but what exactly does it mean to “believe in the Lord Jesus Christ”? And from what do you need to be “saved”? Saved From What? The Bible, which claims to be the inspired word of God (2 Timothy 3:16 and entirely truthful (John 17:17 Psalm 119:16 gives a straightforward answer to what you need to be saved from: you need to be saved from God Himself. The Bible says that God created and sustains everything in the universe (Genesis 1:1 Job 38:1-4… including you (Psalm 139:13-16 It is He who established the unchanging laws of nature and morality. It is He who has ultimate authority over His creation. It is He who desires for you to be in a right relationship with Him (1 Timothy 2:3-4 He is the only savior. In Acts 4:12, Peter preached, “There is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved.” Then there was Paul. In 1 Tim. 2:5 He wrote, “There is one God and one mediator between God and man, the man Christ Jesus.” Jesus is not one of many mediators; He is not a good guru among many. He is the only mediator between us and God. Paul often stressed this word “one”. Elsewhere he said, “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all” (Eph. 4:4-6). To be without Christ, he says, is to be without hope (Eph. 2:12). Christ is our only “access” to God (Eph. 2:18, 3:12). 1 Peter 2:4-John 14:6-Luke 10:16- It’s not man's idea, that this Jesus of the scriptures is the only way, it’s His. He’s the one who said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. Jesus said, “I am the way. Follow me.” In fact, the four Gospels are filled with instances in which Jesus commanded people to follow Him (Mark 1:17, for example). Yet we are only to follow God Himself (I Kings 18:21). We are to follow Jesus for the simple reason that He leads to God and is God Himself. He has already redeemed the world from the sins of Adam and Eve.-Col. 1:13-14- Eph. 1:7-8-Most everyone who reads the scriptures and John 3:16 is and believes it will seek to be a Christian, and God does that through Romans 10:9-13- so at that time anyone can understand that when Jesus took our sins upon Himself on the cross, He paid the penalty for our sins. As we come to Christ initially, realizing that “all have come short of the glory of God, ” (Rom. 3:23) (because of Adam’s original sin, ) and we repent for our sins and accept Jesus’ sacrifice for us on the cross, we are “justified, ” just as if we had never sinned! He will return for those who seek Him for the salvation He alone can give. Through Him God will judge this world's people. Men can’t save anyone, so God sent Jesus as the savior, because it was the savior who has paid for us all in His death and resurrection. 1. Sin is ugly. Sin produces suffering and death. Sin must be punished. "The wages of sin is death" Romans 6:23. Sin was a choice and still is a choice. 2. Jesus is a beautiful Savior. God the Father was not punishing Jesus. Shortly before the crucifixion God said, "This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased" Matthew 17:5. Jesus is sinless. Jesus "was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin" Hebrews 4:15. This made a new way called the New Covenant so all who come to God through Jesus are given the choice to obey, and when they do God gives this to them. 1 PETER 1 Peter 1:1-25 a great Certainty amid persecution. 1 Peter 2:1-10 Christ; no longer a Stumbling block? 1 Peter 2:11-25 We find His way of saying the Most difficult word in all the world, "SUBMIT" 1 Peter 3:1-7 troubled people find the way to be a happy husband and wife. 1 Peter 3:8-22 they see how Unity is necessary in the home and in the church people. 1 Peter 4:1-6 All are very much aware that Every person shall be judged according to his works. 1 Peter 4:7-19 very much aware of the fiery trials which lie ahead can be overcome.. 1 Peter 5:1-14 that God has Instructions for the shepherds of God's flock. 3. Jesus was suffering because of our sins. Not because there is predestination. The death of Christ paid the penalty for our sins. God shed the blood of Jesus as the way to heal our souls. "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon him and with his stripes we are healed" Isaiah 53:5. If there was any human who would already go to heaven anyway why would anyone need a savior? 1 Timothy 1:11-20 Christ came into the world to save sinners. 4. It is possible for you to be forgiven. Ask God to forgive and cleanse you through the blood of Jesus. "If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" 1 John 1:9. 5. Jesus arose from the dead, so when you have received forgiveness you also receive everlasting life and will go to Heaven. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life" John 3:16. YOU MUST CHOOSE 1. Say "NO" to Jesus which means you will be buried in unforgiven sins and have eternal death. 2. Say "YES" to Jesus, which means all your sins have been forgiven through the blood of Jesus and you will have eternal life. If you have chosen to say "Yes" to Jesus, stop and pray to God. "Let us therefore come boldly before the throne of grace that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need" Hebrews 4:16. Here is a sample prayer: "Thank you God for loving me, even though I am a sinner. I have chosen to say YES to Jesus and receive him as my personal Savior. Please forgive me of all my sins, through the blood of the Lord Jesus, and give me eternal life. Thank you, Heavenly Father, for making me a part of your family." Here is a note to those who have already believed in the Lord Jesus as your personal Savior: When you see the suffering of Jesus, you should know that he is saying, "I love you." I hope that you will say, "Thank you Jesus", "I love you Jesus' ' and worship him. "Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing" Revelation 5:12. The Resurrection! We must look at all four Gospels in order to get the complete order of events and all the details. Coming to Calvary *Matthew 27:33 Golgotha, place of a skull * Mark 15:22 *Luke 23:33 Calvary John 19:17 the place of a skull; in Hebrew, Golgotha Jesus Refused the drink Matthew 27:34 vinegar mingled with gall Mark 15:23 wine mingled with myrrh Jesus was crucified Matthew 27:35 Mark 15:24-25 third hour Luke 23:33 John 19:18 Two thieves crucified with Jesus Matthew 27:38 Mark 15:27-28 Luke 23:33 John 19:18 Prophecy fulfilled Mark 15:28. Isaiah 53:9; Isaiah 53:12 First saying, "Father forgive them for they know not what they do" Luke 23:34 Soldiers divide his garments Matthew 27:35-36 sitting down Mark 15:24 Luke 23:34 John 19:23-24 Prophecy fulfilled Matthew 27:35; John 19:24 *** Psalms 22:18 Pilate's superscription Matthew 27:37 "This is Jesus, the King of the Jews" Mark 15:26 "The King of the Jews" Luke 23:38 Greek, Latin and Hebrew "'This is the King of the Jews" John 19:19-22 Hebrew, Greek and Latin "Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews" The ignorant mockers of Jesus Passers by Matthew 27:39-40 Mark 15:29-30 Luke 23:35 Jewish Leaders Matthew 27:41-43 Chief Priests, scribes and elders Mark 15:31-32 Chief Priests, scribes and elders Luke 23:35 Rulers Soldiers Luke 23:36-37 Thieves Matthew 27:44 Mark 15:32 Luke 23:39-43 One rails at him, the other repents Second saying, "Verily I say unto thee, today shalt thou be with me in paradise" Luke 23:43 Jesus talking to Mary and John John 19:25-27 Third saying, "Woman behold thy Son! Behold thy mother! " John 19:26-27 Sixth hour Darkness Matthew 27:45 unto ninth hour Mark 15:33 Luke 23:44-45 notice veil, vs 45 Ninth hour Fourth saying, "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? " Matthew 27:46 Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? Mark 15:34 Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? Fifth saying, "I thirst" John 19:28 Prophecy fulfilled John 19:28 *** Psalms 69:21 Reactions to the fourth and fifth sayings The fourth Matthew 27:47; Mark 15:35 "This man calleth for Elijah" Matthew 27:49 "Let us see whether Elijah will come to save him." Matthew 27:48; Mark 15:36 gave him vinegar to drink. The fifth Luke 23:36-37; John 19:29-30 Soldiers gave him vinegar Sixth saying, "It is finished" John 19:30 Matthew 27:50; Mark 15:37; Luke 23:46 With a loud voice Seventh saying, "Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit" Jesus died Matthew 27:50 Mark 15:37 Luke 23:46 John 19:30 Earthquake Matthew 27:51 Graves opened Matthew 27:52-53 Centurion's statement Matthew 27:54 Mark 15:39 Luke 23:47 People beholding Those who came together Luke 23:48 Women Matthew 27:55-56 Mark 15:40-41 Luke 23:49 The unbelieving Jews make a request John 19:31-37 Break legs. A spear pierced Jesus Prophecy fulfilled John 19:36***.Psalms 34:20 John 19:37 ***. Zechariah 12:10 Joseph of Arimathaea's request and burial of Jesus Matthew 27:57-60 Mark 15:42-46 Luke 23:50-54 John 19:38-42 Nicodemas Women beholding the tomb Matthew 27:61 Mark 15:47 Luke 23:55-56 The unbelieving Jews make another request Matthew 27:62-66 GO NOW READ ABOUT HIS RESURRECTION Matthew 28 Mark 16 Luke 24 John 20, 21 We do need to say we are teaching the Jesus of the scriptures and not the one men have made up so they can be the police over someone’s salvation.! So this is the Jesus we are telling everyone about! Religions do have many different b Jesus types, but we are talking about the one in the scriptures. The Jesus of the scriptures is this one!!! The Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last: (Revelation 1:17, 22:13) The Lion of the Tribe of Judah (Rev 5:5) The Word of God (Revelation 19:13). The King of Kings and Lord of Lords (Revelation 19:16) The Bright Morning Star (Revelation 22:16) We are teach The Son of David (Matt 1:1) The Lord Jesus Christ (Gal 1:3) The Lord Jesus Christ (Philemon 3) The Heir of All Things (Hebrews 1:2) The Faithful High Priest (Hebrews 2:17) The Author and Finisher of our Faith (Hebrews 12:2) The Lord of Glory (James 2:1) The Eternal Life (1 John 1:2) The Righteous (1 John 2:1) The Judge at the door (James 5:9) The Name above all names (Philippians 2:9) The Blessed Hope (Titus 2:13) The Great God and Savior (Titus 2:13) The Head over All Things (Ephesians 1:22) The Cornerstone: (Ephesians 2:20) The Living Stone (1 Peter 2:4) The Chief Shepherd (1 Peter 5:4) The Only Wise God our Savior (Jude 25) The King of Ages (1 Timothy 1:17) The Mediator (1 Timothy 2:5) The First-fruits (1 Corinthians 15:23) The Last Adam (1 Corinthians 15:45) The King of the Jews (Matt 2:2) The Son of God (Matt 2:15). The Bridegroom (Matt 9:15) The Rock of Offense (Romans 9:33) The Deliverer (Romans 11:26) The Lord of the dead and the living (Romans 14:9) The Root of Jesse (Romans 15:12) The Holy One of God (Mark 1:24) The Servant (Mark 10:45) The King of Israel (Mark 15:32) The Image of the Invisible God (Colossians 1:15) The Head of the body (Colossians 1:18) The Beginning (Colossians 1:18) The Firstborn from the dead (Colossians 1:18) The Hope of Glory (Col 1:27) The Lord of Peace (2 Thessalonians 3:16) The Horn of Salvation (Luke 1:69) the only way. The Consolation of Israel: (Luke 2:25). The Only Begotten Son: (John 1:14, 18) The Lamb of God (John 1:29, 36) The Bread of life (John 6:35) The Light of the World (John 8:1) The* I AM! (John 8:58) The Door of the Sheep: (John 10:7, 9) The Good Shepherd (John 10:11) The Resurrection and life (John 11:25) The Way, the Truth, the Life (John 14:6) The True Vine (John 15:1) The Prince of Life (Acts 3:15) The Judge of the living and the dead (Acts 10:42) The Just One (Acts 7:52). The Hope of Israel (Acts 28:20) With this Jesus of the Bible on anyone’s side, and as their savior, no man can take you from Him, because He will not forsake you Heb. 13:1-16. Anyone can have this Jesus as their savior all anyone has to do is John 3:16- and it will begin*** He” ***The Holy Ghost will take any person to Romans 10:9-13 so all are to be saved in God;s way, and that person will know Him like this! First as the New Covenant shows us He is. Matthew. .. Jesus is God-with-us. Mark. .. He is the Son of God. Luke. .. He is the Son of Mary, feeling what you feel. John. .. He is the Bread of Life. Acts. .. Jesus is the Savior of the world. Romans. .. Jesus is the Righteousness of God. 1 Corinthians. .. He is the Resurrection. 2 Corinthians. .. He is the God of all comfort. Galatians. .. He is your liberty, He sets you free. Ephesians. .. Jesus is the Head of the Church. Philippians. .. Jesus is your Joy. Colossians. .. He is your Completeness. 1 & 2 Thessalonians. .. He is your Hope. 1 Timothy. .. He is your Faith. 2 Timothy. .. Jesus is your Stability. Titus. .. Jesus is Truth. Philemon. .. He is your Benefactor. Hebrews. .. He is your Perfection. James. .. He is the Power behind your faith. 1 Peter. .. He is your Example. 2 Peter. .. Jesus is your Purity. 1 John. .. Jesus is your Life. 2 John. .. He is your Pattern. 3 John. .. He is your Motivation. Jude. .. He is the Foundation of your Faith. Revelation. .. Jesus is your Coming King.. Then that saved person will begin to see Jesus in all of the scripture, because of the forgiveness God gives us through the Mercy He sent out on this world. In the Old Testament we can see this Jesus, **Genesis. .. Jesus is the Seed of the Woman. Exodus. .. He is the Passover Lamb. Leviticus. .. He is the Priest, the Altar and the Lamb of Sacrifice. Numbers. .. He is the cloud by day, and the pillar of fire by night. . .. Jesus is the Prophet like Moses. Jesus is the Captain of our Salvation. Judges. .. He is our Judge and Law-Giver. Ruth. .. He is our Kinsman and Redeemer. 1 & 2 Samuel. .. He is our trusted Prophet. Kings & Chronicles. .. He is our reigning King. Ezra. .. He is Rebuilder of the broken-down walls of human life. Nehemiah. .. Jesus is our Restorer. Esther. .. He is our Advocate. Job. .. Jesus is our Ever-Living Redeemer. Psalms. .. He is our Shepherd. Proverbs. .. He is our Wisdom. Ecclesiastes. .. He is our Hope of Resurrection. Song of Songs. .. He is our loving Bridegroom. Isaiah. .. Jesus is the suffering Servant. Jeremiah. .. He is the Righteous wronged. Lamentations. .. He is our Weeping Prophet. Ezekiel. .. He is the One with the right to rule. Daniel. .. Jesus is the fourth man in the fiery furnace. Hosea. .. He is the Faithful Husband forever married to the saints. Joel. .. He is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit, fire. Amos. .. He is the Restorer of Justice. Obadiah. .. He is Mighty to Save. Jonah. .. He is our great foreign Missionary. Micah. .. Jesus is the feet of one who Brings Good News. Nahum. .. Jesus is our Stronghold in the day of trouble. Habakkuk. .. He is God my Savior. Zephaniah. .. He is the King of Israel. Haggai. .. He is the Signet Ring. Zechariah. .. He is our humble King riding on a colt. Malachi. .. Jesus is the Son of Righteousness. A quick look in the book of John to see the Lord and Him only as the savior. We will use the book of JOHN and you can read about HIm is all of the Books of the Bible. John starts out by saying He this Jesus is this, John 1:1-13 Jesus is introduced as the LOGOS. John 1:14-18 The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us. John 1:19-34 John the Baptist testifies of Jesus. John 1:35-51 We have found him.... Come and see. John 2:1-11 some of what He did, The marriage at Cana. John 2:12-25 Jesus cleanses the temple and predicts his resurrection. John 3:1-17 Jesus tells Nicodemus, "Ye must be born again." John 3:18-36 He that believeth on him is not condemned. John 4:1-15 Jesus announces living water to the woman at the well. John 4:16-42 The woman at the well invites her community to, "Come, See...". John 4:43-54 Jesus heals the nobleman's son. John 5:1-18 Jesus, on the Sabbath, heals the man at the pool of Bethesda. John 5:19-29 Jesus explains the relationship between the Son and the Father. John 5:30-47 The long-awaited Messiah is about to be overlooked. John 6:1-14 Jesus feeds the multitude. John 6:15-29 Because he fed them, the multitude wanted to make Jesus king. John 6:26-38 I am the bread of life. John 6:38-59 Spiritual application of the bread of life sermon. John 6:60-71 Many refuse to believe and cease following Jesus. John 7:1-13 The Jewish leadership in Jerusalem wished they could kill Jesus. John 7:14-32 Jesus explains why he healed a man on the Sabbath. John 7:33-53 The Pharisees and scribes show contempt for any who admire Jesus. John 8:1-11 The woman taken in adultery. John 8:12-30 I am the light of the world. John 8:31-36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. John 8:37-59 Jesus debated with the Pharisees regarding Abraham. John 9:1-41 Jesus heals the man born blind. John 10:1-21 I am the good shepherd. John 10:22-42 I and my Father are one. John 11:1-27 I am the resurrection and the life. John 11:28-57 The resurrection of Lazarus. John 12:1-19 Mary anoints Jesus. John 12:20-30 The Father speaks to Jesus from Heaven. John 12:31-34 Now is the judgment of this world. John 12:35-50 Although many chief rulers believed, they did not confess Jesus. John 13:1-17 Jesus washes the disciples feet. John 13:18-38 Judas leaves the supper to meet the chief priests. John 14:1-10 Let not your hearts be troubled. John 14:11-31 Jesus continues to prepare and strengthen his disciples. John 15:1-14 I am the vine, ye are the branches. John 15:15-27 Love one another. Ye also shall bear witness John 16:1-13 Jesus begins to explain the work of the Holy Spirit. John 16:12-33 Be of good cheer. I have overcome the world. John 17:1-11 Jesus high priestly prayer. John 17:11-26 Jesus high priestly prayer continued. John 18:1-14 Jesus is betrayed and arrested in Gethsemane. John 18:15-40 The trial begins. First before the high priest, then before Pilate. John 19:1-42 Jesus is crucified. John 20:1-18 After his resurrection Christ appears first to Mary Magdalene. John 20:19-31 Christ provides to Thomas what he thinks he requires to believe. John 21:1-25 A net full of fishes illustrates the future responsibilities of the Apostles. The Bible is about Jesus. He is pictured or prophesied about in each of the 66 Bible books, from Genesis to Revelation. He is also seen through types in the lives of different characters in the Bible. Below is a breakdown of how He is shown through types, prophecies, titles and names in all the books of the Bible, Genesis to Revelation. Typified in the life of Moses - the deliverer The Passover Lamb (Ex 12, John 1:29, 36) The Manna from Heaven (Ex 16, John 6) The Rock struck at Horeb (Ex 17, 1 Cor 10:4) The Tabernacle (Brazen Altar, Lampstand, Table of Showbread, Ark of the covenant etc) (Gen 25-30) Messiah would be born of the seed of a woman (Gen 3:15, Luke 1:34-35) Messiah would be a descendant of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob (Gen 12:3, 17:19, 28:14, Luke 3:23-34) Typified in the sacrifices and offerings (Lev 1-7) In the Jewish festivals (Passover, Atonement, Lev 16, 23) In the scapegoat (Lev 16:7-9) In the person and duties of the High Priest (Lev 16) Messiah would be a king in the line of Judah (Gen 49:10, John 1:49) Typified in the person of Melchizedek (Gen 14:18) The life of Isaac - the sacrificed son (Gen 22) The life of Joseph - the rejected brother (Gen 37) Until next time The Elder : Take what and who you are to the Jesus of the scriptures, and do not let men replace Him with what their flavor of God is.

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Standing on the Truth! From the Elder's Wife, Old Church of God of the New Covenant, 1Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13- Eph. 2:15-21- Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13. Women can be in the service of God and a part of His work here on earth! Until next time The Elders Wife Rosa, standing in the Gap for Him today: As women we have to always be on guard to stay with the Lord, as the Elders wife He has always pointed to Jesus as My first responsibility as a saved person, but has shown me that any person can fall into sin. Standing on the truth lets us all return to the Lord when we may fall and anyone can fall, beware of any man or woman who is telling you they can’t sin. We were given great work here as women in the service of God. Titus 2:3-5 teaches that older women are to be good teachers and models for younger women. We can’t be what we will not receive or do. Mary, the mother of our Lord, was not perfect or sinless, but she was a good example of sound parenting for moms and dads alike. Consider: now she would not have let anyone worship Her, but would have pointed to God as the one who is to be worshiped. She was a woman who would not have worshiped a man, but was very much in love with the man God gave Her as a husband. 1. HER CHARACTER FOR US TO SEE IS VERY CLEAR Highly Favored, or "Full of Grace" - She was a saved woman. Luke 1:26-28 2. HER COURAGE 1:30-38 She considered but did accept what the angel had to say, realizing she would be falsely accused of immorality, she did what God asked her to do. 3. HER CONTEMPLATION Luke 2:19, 51 Mary meditated on what was said about and by her son. She attempted to understand. Understanding is something all our children need it. 4. HER CONFIDENCE John 2:1-11 Mary believed in her son. See Vs. 5 5. HER COMMITMENT John 19:25 Mary stayed committed to her son right up to the cross! No matter where we go or what we do God is always present. Psalm 139:7 we can be strong and be women as well. There are some things we should get clear, in our minds and hearts. GOD IS PRESENT WHEN WE ARE REJECTED – Hagar – Genesis 16, 21:1-20 GOD IS PRESENT WHEN WE ARE REBELLING – Balaam – Numbers 22-24 GOD IS PRESENT WHEN WE ARE RUNNING – Jonah – Jonah 1-2 GOD IS PRESENT WHEN WE ARE REVEALING – Daniel 5 There is power in the Blood, for the women as well as the men! OUR God is God to us all! GOD IS THE SOURCE OF POWER for the saved person, so Go to Him daily in Payer, and there is power in the blood of Jesus as our savior. Matthew 6:13 - And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. And we say Amen. JESUS HAS THE POWER TO FORGIVE SIN not men! And God requires us all to be merciful. It is not just the women who should give, but we should have the courage to first show the Lord in what we do but also ask our husbands to do the same. So all of us can live under what God has for us all! Matthew 9:6 - But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (then saith he to the sick of the palsy, ) Arise, take up thy bed, and go unto thine house. Look at this list of things that we have as Christians because we are in Christ! An we women are the in that WE” REDEMPTION IN CHRIST Romans 3:24 - Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: So when you are down remember to take it to the Lord in Prayer. There is FREEDOM IN CHRIST Romans 8:1-4 - There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. For what the law could not do, in that it was weak through the flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, and for sin, condemned sin in the flesh: That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. There is SECURITY IN CHRIST Romans 8:38-39 - For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Make it this way before Him, saying One of Your Lord is coming before You The one who is BELONGING IN CHRIST Romans 12:5 - So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another. Galatians 3:26 - For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. Can we start today praising Him for what He has done for us? Lord You set Me aside, SANCTIFICATION IN CHRIST 1 Corinthians 1:2 - because we do see ourselves just like those here, Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours: The Saved have a COMPLETENESS IN CHRIST and can be forgiving to others. 1 Corinthians 1:30 - But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption: That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. Tell Him You were dead before your LIFE IN CHRIST 1 Corinthians 15:22 - For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. Just tell Him You want the LOVE IN CHRIST to be returned to You 1 Corinthians 16:24 - My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen. We can only Have VICTORY IN CHRIST sometimes others can cause brokenness. 2 Corinthians 2:14 - Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savor of his knowledge by us in every place. You are to have NEWNESS IN CHRIST and in that the brokenness is removed for us all. 2 Corinthians 5:17 - Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Walk new because it is in Him that we become all New. God has already said it. Love has already come for us all we have been and in our RECONCILIATION IN CHRIST 2 Corinthians 5:19 - To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. IN CHRIST Jesus we stand. 2 Corinthians 11:3 - But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ. Mankind will never have the UNITY IN CHRIST without Jesus as the only way to God as we are told in John 3:16 we all become one in Him, and through Him. Galatians 3:28 - There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. In Christ Jesus we are looked upon and just a saved human our Gender has nothing to do with it, even so we are still women, walking before Him in the flesh. BLESSINGS IN CHRIST has come to us all but if He has said it it should be good enough for us. Ephesians 1:3 - Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: There is a PURPOSE IN CHRIST for us! Ephesians 2:10 - For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. There is JOY IN CHRIST for all of us! Philippians 3:3 - For we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit, and rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh. As long as we are human we are to have FAITH, and stay IN CHRIST, Colossians 1:3-4 - We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints, Whoever preaches or teaches must preach Jesus and not themselves. Colossians 1:28 - Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus: All the way until DEATH we stay in CHRIST! 1 Thessalonians 4:16 - For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: GRACE IN CHRIST It that Mercy we all live by. 2 Timothy 2:1 - Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. SALVATION IN CHRIST and Him as the only way! 2 Timothy 2:10 - Therefore I endure all things for the elect's sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory. GODLINESS IN CHRIST 2 Timothy 3:12 - Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. Do you want a little peace? PEACE IN CHRIST 1 Peter 5:14 - Greet ye one another with a kiss of charity. Peace be with you all that are in Christ Jesus. Amen. Heaven wants us all to! Live this in our life, saying this to the world around us and to God in Heaven ALL THAT I HAVE OF VALUE IS IN CHRIST as My savior.! And remember this all we Have He has given us and we should be quick to give, and say to I have nothing that i did not receive from You Lord and i have nothing you can have in Your work here below, when we stand like this we stand in the power of God. ERROR COMES WHEN WE DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE SCRIPTURE OR THE POWER OF GOD Matthew 22:29 - Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God. THIS IS THE TRUE JESUS Matthew 24:30 - And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. JESUS’ ENEMIES WILL SEE HIS POWER So don't be afraid all any one has to do is come as they are, we do need to beware of getting in the way of someone coming to the Lord. He will come for us! Matthew 26:64 - Jesus saith unto him, Thou hast said: nevertheless I say unto you, Hereafter shall ye see the Son of man sitting on the right hand of power, and coming in the clouds of heaven. WHEN WE WITNESS AND SOMETIMES WE DO HAVE TO, by the way we live and sometimes we should USE WORDS. We need more than ever to ask God to place in us more of Him and less of us. Matthew 28:18-20 - And Jesus came and spoke unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and on earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Acts 1:8 - But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Remember that we are still human and that GOD HAS POWER TO CAST INTO HELL. Luke 12:5 - But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him. CHRISTIANS RECEIVE POWER TO BECOME THE SONS OF GOD but it will be at the end of this human time on earth. John 1:12 - But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: JESUS HAS POWER FROM GOD TO GIVE ETERNAL LIFE with Him and we are given a choice of where we go after this life. Heaven or Hell is the choice given to us all. John 17:2 - As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. FAITH AND POWER GO TOGETHER SAVING FAITH – Ephesians 2:8-9 SEEKING FAITH – Hebrews 11:6 SUSTAINING FAITH – Proverbs 3:5-6 STANDING (STEADFAST) FAITH – Psalm 25:1 SPEAKING FAITH – Mark 11:22-24 Sometimes it does cost us it all, to obey Him. Acts 6:8 - And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. THE GOSPEL IS THE POWER OF GOD UNTO SALVATION IN THAT IT IS JESUS WHO IS THE SAVIOR. Romans 1:16 - For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. WE ABOUND IN HOPE BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Romans 15:13 - Now the God of hope fills you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. WE ARE STEADFAST THROUGH THE POWER OF GOD Romans 16:25 - Now to him that is of power to establish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, Walking in this truth we should stop and have? DAILY PRIORITY Romans 12:1-2 - I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Luke 9:23-24 - And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. DAILY POWER Ephesians 3:16 - That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; Ephesians 5:18 - And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Galatians 5:16 - This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. DAILY PRECEPTS Psalm 119:97 - O how love I thy law! It is my meditation all day. Jeremiah 15:16 - Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O Lord God of hosts. DAILY PURITY 1 Peter 1:15-16 - But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. Matthew 5:8 - Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. DAILY PRAISE 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - Rejoice evermore. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 - In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Philippians 4:4 - Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. DAILY PRAYER Colossians 4:2 - Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; 1 Thessalonians 5:17 - Pray without ceasing. Ephesians 6:18 - Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; DAILY PROCLAMATION Matthew 28:19-20 - Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. 2 Timothy 4:2 - Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with and with longsuffering and doctrine. News flash we are still humans, even if we are saved, so we do fall down. We will not win anyone to Christ by pretending to be something we are not. People do not like hypocrisy even when they are hypocritical themselves. One of the worst things we can do as Christians is to pretend everything is okay when it isn’t. Some have this convoluted idea that Christians are to always smile, always laugh, always appear on top of things even when they are not. They are to never get angry or hurt. God tells us to love like He loves us and that means we are to love the people who will not love us back. You know that thing over there you or I don’t like. We Christians do have our sorrows. We do have our hurts, trials and disappointments. We do get angry. We do have bad days. We do have to forgive others. Ecclesiastes 3:1, 4 - To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; Unsaved people need to see that we are human, we are real. But what should they see that’s different from them in this? In our sorrow we should show hope and joy and thanksgiving. In our anger we should show forgiveness. Christians should not be defeated by sorrows. We should use them as stepping stones towards a closer walk with God and that makes us different from the unsaved. James 1:2-4, Ephesians 4:32 Until next time The Elders Wife Rosa, standing in the Gap for Him today: Mothers keep your children close, Parents, you have been given an awesome job. You have been commissioned by God to raise your children in His eyes. Tell your children that God has commissioned you to teach them about God to train them in what He has for us all, and when you speak of what is wrong or right it is because You have to obey.. Children should be given the understanding that God has given you the job and commissioned you that through tem God says to teach them. Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:4 Mom Dad do this in your homes! Show your children that you do not have anything that you did not receive from the Lord and that there is nothing that He can’t have of yours for His service. There is one more reason that I’d like to add. You should live a life totally sold out to Jesus Christ because He says to live such a life. Luke 9:23-24, Matthew 10:39, Luke 14:26-27 THERE ARE REASONS TO LEAN! THERE ARE REASONS TO LOVE! THERE ARE REASONS TO LEARN TRUTH! THERE ARE REASONS TO LISTEN! THERE ARE REASONS TO LIVE! Pray for our nation. This can be our Your service in the Lord:

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Beware of Men playing as if they are God.
No Priesthood in the world in a line of men the House of Arron is no more! Beware of men in the clergy, playing God. From the Elder: Old Church of God of the New Covenant we are that church people one can read about in the scriptures- 1 Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13- Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13 Eph. 2:15-21. We do teach that Jesus is the only High Priest for the human kind. One should ask should we tell it to a man or to the savior, the will of God for the people of this world is to not let a human be your priest, but that we have only one and that is Jesus. Heb. 4:14-15 We also teach that every person who is saved from their past sins is of the Priesthood of Believers no matter what church group they are in as long as they are saved through Jesus as the savior. Heaven already has redeemed us from the sins of Adam and Eve, and has given us the only way to be forgiven for our sin. The question is why would anyone seek to receive another way to what God has already given us, that is strange in itself? Heaven has already sent us a savior, and Lord, why would men and women seek someone else for their forgiveness. It can only be the work of the devil. Men can’t do this job anymore. Blood was to be placed on an altar for the sins under the old Covenant, they were placed on the blood of Christ under the New Covenant. It takes the savior and we all can come to Him for this. Men have sold to this world what God has given to us all for free. We have the right to come to “the living stone” that was rejected by men, but was chosen by God and precious to him. The word precious really means “there is nothing like him. ” That is our privilege. We have the right to continually come to Christ and God through him. Listen to what Hebrews 4:15-16 says: For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet was without sin. Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need Humans who say they are the priest hood today are the work of the devil not of God, In the New Covenant, God’s temple is the living people of God. This is what 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 said: Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body Throughout Scripture, God seeks to inform believers about how truly special and privileged they are. In Ephesians 1:3, we have every spiritual blessing in heavenly places. In Romans 8:17, we are co-heirs with Christ. In the beatitudes the Kingdom of Heaven is ours and ours alone (Matt 5:3-11). After the beatitudes we are called the salt and light of the earth (v. 13, 14). God wants his children to know how special they are, so they can live out this high calling and these high privileges. We must continually renew our minds to know what God has done in us (Rom 12:2). This is especially important in a world that cannot properly evaluate our worth and in fact persecutes us. First Peter 2:4-8 is no different. This passage trumpets the honor and privileges of Christians. In fact, when it says in verse 7: “Now to you who believe this stone is precious”, Jesus is our advocate and the only one for humankind. The Levitical priesthood passed away (Hebrews 7:11), but Christ was made a Priest after the order of Melchizedek; and by virtue of their union with Him, His people became a holy priesthood (Hebrews 10:19-22), offering, not the burnt-offerings and meat-offerings which were figures of the true, but the spiritual sacrifices of praise and … it did. It could not be more clear! If we take our sins to Jesus Christ we will receive forgiveness, but if it is a man who we pay to forgive us Hell was made for such things. Anyone today can keep the sabbath, anyone can keep a Holyday, anyone can pay the tithe, because God has removed all of them from the salvation living in the human world, just like when Moses died the devil wanted to go into His body we see the devil in the keeping of what God has fulfilled when we took away the old covenant. It take a born again person to live all the days of their life with the mate God has joined them to, when their people never did such a thing, it takes a born again person to stop looking at the prettie women and see it as a sin just as Jesus says that looking is a sin Matthew 5:28 Looking at a woman’s body, clothed or unclothed, with a heart of lust, is sin. People who want to keep their minds and hearts pure must develop self-control and a greater desire to please the Lord than please themselves ( 1 Corinthians 10:31 ). Men will talk about Hollywood as if they are better than then, and this is good enough but it is not Hollywood, not the church or the clergy. The New Covenant, It’s all new and better, Jer. 31:31- Heb. 8:1-13. Heb. 7:11–12: If then perfection was through the Levitical priesthood, then why would there need to be another priest who will arise according to the order of Melchizedek and not of Aaron? Note: the people were given the law along with the priesthood. For this reason, when there is a change of priestly office, then there must also be a change in law. Elizabeth, a descendant of Aaron, was selected by God to be the mother of John the Baptist, the great prophet who would prepare the way before Jesus Christ. Luke 1:5 says, “There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. ” Elizabeth was the first woman mentioned in Luke’s Gospel (Luke 1:5). In his account Luke is especially prolific in including stories of people, including many women. In a society that had a rather low view of women, Luke’s recognition of three important women (Elizabeth, Mary and Anna) in the beginning of his book, and many more in successive chapters, shows that he and Christianity respected all people regardless of their status or gender. Let us never forget that we are the sons and daughters of God, equal in His sight with differing responsibilities and capabilities assigned by Him and given access to His priesthood power. Elizabeth is the first person in Luke’s Gospel to refer to Jesus as Lord. Elizabeth, under the influence of the Holy Spirit, referred to Jesus (who was in Mary’s womb at the time) as “my Lord” (Luke 1:43). In a male-dominated society, some no doubt found it startling for Luke to document Elizabeth as the first to utter this profound truth. Those men in that world and the world we live in today who want to abuse women hate this teaching, because of the freedom Jesus came with for women. Most people quickly read over this passage and don’t realize what is being revealed. Zacharias, John’s father, was a priest of God. To serve as a priest in the temple, one had to be of the tribe of Levi and, more specifically, of the Levitical family of Aaron. And clearly we see that Elizabeth was also in the house of Aaron. Here is a married couple with a profound lineage—both were from Aaron’s priestly family. And this John says His work was to stop and the work of Jesus was to go on. All of this so the old covenant covenant priesthood could come to an end. In God’s original plan, the firstborn sons were to have been set apart as priests. When the Lord spared the Jewish firstborns in Egypt, He designated them for this special role. Unfortunately, when the Israelites created and worshiped the golden calf after the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai, the only tribe that did not participate was the Tribe of Levi. It was then that the firstborn sons lost their set apart status, and it was transferred to the Levites. “And, behold, thy cousin Elizabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her, who was called barren” (Luke 1:36). The Bible stated that Mary and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, were cousins. While this appears to be a clear cut answer, there is more than meets the eye as to how Mary and Elizabeth were related. Elizabeth was of the tribe of Levi. “…and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth” (Luke 1:5). Mary was of the tribe of Judah. “To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary” (Luke 1:27). If Mary was of Judah, it seems that Mary’s father would also be of Judah. Therefore, it is possible that Mary’s connection with Elizabeth was either through her mother or through Elizabeth’s mother. Sin that is allowed in our lives will cause us trouble. So how do we deal with it? 1. Confess it—1 John 1:9 take it to the savior who is Jesus and is the only way to the salvation that God has given this world, all other ways are from the devil, and just a dog and pony show. 2. Forsake it—Proverbs 28:13 stop doing what you are doing. 3. Separate from it—2 Corinthians 6:17 remove one’s self from whatever it is that takes us into sin. 4. Be accountable for it—James 5:16 sin is a choice that is made in the flesh. It is the person responsible to repent as God gave us Ezek. 18:1-22 whoever sins has to repent for the sin they did. Until next time the Elder. Let no man get between you and the next life with God, men love to police the salvation that God give us when we bring ourselves to Him, John 3:16 is to all and anyone who will just believe on Him and come as you are to Him, ** John 3:16 is like fishing but He catches us and He cleans us, when we seek the forgiveness He offers us.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Where should we stand?
uld we always follow and obey God's will and live a Godly life? From the Elder Old Church of God of the New Covenant. We who are and what we are saved from, are our past sins, and we are called a Christian because we are in Jesus as the Christ so we naturally want to please God and make Him happy. But what exactly makes God happy? Or as my son Chad says His Hope came like this! And it was why He went forward seeking the water at that old church at owingsville Ky, I received brothers and sisters that day, those who will never step aside for any cause I may have, Because they had this same mercy given them and that is what they could show, and did show me, their Real Mercy to others, this is what fuels that compassion they have, providing promising glints of light in a darkened world. It’s kindness, forward forgiveness, and empathy. Mercy they had chosen to be offended first to all who would come to Christ, and so they made the choice compassionately by letting God work in them and in the eyes of all who come to Him, sees a hurting heart behind hurtful words they will stand still, stand beside anyone. God’s mercy is reflected in the cross of Christ, a direct reflection of His love for us so they just begin there. Mercy is an extension of an expression of love, “an act of kindness, compassion, or favor. ” Mercy is a characteristic of the One True God. So there is one thing I know for sure, just because I am a shut in, they will call my name in prayer, if they could do anything for me they would. He always says, that the deep in me began to cry out to the deep above us, that day so it is with all who need a savior, and so it is His will that we all have that choice. This mercy that they show is nothing but this. “The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. ” (Lamentations 3:22-23, that day I could see what it means for His people to stand on His very plan of Choice and and a work that will begin us all if we John 3;16 as His who-so-evers. God’s plan stems from His merciful love for His people. Knowing there was nothing we could do to earn our way into His presence, He made a way through the crucifixion of Christ. Defeating death, Jesus opened up access to God for us. Through prayer, God’s Word, and the Holy Spirit living in us, each day brings fresh new mercy. Every morning, God is faithful, even though every day, we fall short. Mercy is God’s gift to the repentant heart. Of all things they understood this, The wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy. ” (James 3:17. That day the lord di show me this I was where this was alive and in action, Leniency, lenience, clemency, softheartedness, mildness, charity, tenderness, lenity, charitableness, compassion, gentleness, benevolence, benignancy, forbearance, toleration, forgiveness, kindness, quarter, humaneness, humanity, indulgence, tolerance, boon, commiseration, favor, generosity, godsend, goodwill, grace, kindliness, lifesaver, pity, relief, sympathy. The work of God was on me and in my thinking the words were what more do you seek, you are here, so as we all do I went for that new life. The Greek word for Sanctification in the New Testament is "hagiasmos", which means "consecration, purification". The root word for "hagiasmos"/Sanctification is "hagiazō"/Sanctify, which means "to separate from profane things and dedicate to God, to be set apart, to purify by expiation and be free from sin, to purify internally by renewing of the soul, to cleanse the spirit, to consecrate things to God, to dedicate people to God". this is a choice we are give to make, but He is the changer, so I can say it best this way when we don’t have to anymore it is like this, the process of separating ourselves from the profane things of this world, of consecrating and dedicating ourselves to God, and then of purifying ourselves from sin through repentance and renunciation to renew our soul and cleanse our spirit is through the who-so-ever way. We can understand this a little better this way! In the first letter to the Thessalonians Paul writes that our Sanctification is the will of God and that keeping from and renouncing fornication is part of that Sanctification. Fornication is something that we should separate from, as it is a pagan practice and sin; it is what the pagans do, because they do not love and they do not know God. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 - "For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you should abstain from fornication; that each of you should know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor, not in passion of lust, like the Gentiles who do not know God; that no one should take advantage of and defraud his brother in this matter, because the Lord is the avenger of all such, as we also forewarned you and testified. For God did not call us to uncleanness, but in holiness. Therefore he who rejects this does not reject man, but God, who has also given us His Holy Spirit. " In the same letter to the Thessalonians Paul writes that Sanctifying ourselves is something that has to be done completely, partially is not acceptable. Sanctification of Soul and Spirit is a process and it happens little by little: as God through His Mercy and His Grace shows us the areas of our life that need to be Sanctified, we recognize and repent of sin and cleanse ourselves. 1 Thessalonians 5:23 - "Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. " So what was it that was so great in such people like this that I say that day? I saw Outgoing Mercy, and that is Buckshee Mercy. The Showing of God’s mercy not only shows us all who he is, but also tells us something essential about ourselves. That we have been shown mercy means not only that we didn’t deserve his favor, but that we deserved his righteous hammer against the anvil of justice. Our cry for mercy admits to our ill-deserving, not just undeserving. By rights, we should be under his impending wrath, like all mankind (Ephesians 2:3) — but for “the tender mercy of our God” (Luke 1:78). They showed a mercy that Paul had once Marveled at as we can read in the scripture. Romans 9:22 This was why the pastor there would always go back to the book of Romans! Romans 5:1-2 - Having been justified by faith, we have peace with God... we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand. We are no longer enemies of God. He was seeking this to be in their understanding!! 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17 - God loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace. Romans 5:1, 2 - We have access to grace, so we rejoice in the hope of glory. 2 Timothy 2:1 - Be strong in the grace of Christ. 2 Corinthians 9:8 - God's grace makes us all-sufficient in all things, so we can abound in all good works. It provides all spiritual blessings we need to serve God. Paul was out to give this same teaching to us all : He once said, Then, in the fullness of time, God sent his own Son not simply to dispense his mercy, but to embody it. Jesus is the Mercy of God made human. He didn’t just teach his people to echo God’s mercy in their lives (Matthew 5:7; 18:33; Luke 6:36; Luke 10:37), but he himself was, and is, the mercy of God to us. Fittingly, the most prominent request made of Jesus in the Gospels is, “Have mercy on me! ” (Matthew 9:27; 15:22; 17:15; 20:30–31; Mark 10:47–48; Luke 16:24; 17:13; 18:13, 38–39), which is precisely what he did in his perfect life, sacrificial death, and triumphant resurrection — extending God’s mercy not just to Israel, but to all the nations by faith. The apostle Paul, who received his ministry because of God’s mercy (1 Corinthians 7:25; 2 Corinthians 4:1; 1 Timothy 1:13, 16), became the instrument of the decisive revelation. What Moses first saw, and David fell on, and Jeremiah wept for, Paul saw on the other side of Christ, and he marveled. In all the Bible, Paul gives us the clearest vantage into, as Romans 9:16 says, the God “who has mercy” — literally, the mercy-having God. In other words, God’s mercy expresses his heart, as Paul will show, in a way that the demonstration of his wrath and the display of his power do not. Romans 9:22–23 gives us the deepest glimpse into God’s heart, and what we find at bottom is mercy. This is perhaps as deep as the Bible goes in explaining to us why God governs his creation as he does. Paul puts it in the form of a question, not because he’s unsure of the truth, but for rhetorical effect, because it is awesome and sobering to contemplate. When we were saved, we were to be more, so Christ came into our spirit, the deepest, innermost part of our being. This was the beginning of God’s filling us. Our spirit is where Christ now dwells in us and where we fellowship with God. It has the unique ability to contain God, contact God, and receive God, and we still cry out come unto me Lord day by day. Receive Chad's bible study: 1-7 to understand how we are more than what we were before we made the choice of Jesus as our savior. Because we are still in the flesh, a body that is just human, and the flesh is not great at obedience. From the Elder: But God also made us with a soul. Our soul experiences emotions, thinks and considers, and makes all kinds of decisions. Our outward actions spring from our soul, and our soul is the means by which God expresses Himself through us. But with Him in us we can love those who will not show us love, we find ourselves helping when we never had and help for anyone, for sure we begin to love like He loves. So if Christ remains confined in our spirit and doesn’t fill our soul—our mind, emotion, and will—He’ll never be expressed through us. Instead, our living will only express our own thoughts, feelings, and decisions, not His. To please God, we first need to know what He wants. Otherwise, we can spend a lot of time doing things we think He wants, but end up not pleasing Him. Let’s take a look at what we think God wants, and what God actually wants for our Christian life. In short we don’t have to anymore, because He is in us. Throughout God’s Word, we find the instruction to “give thanks. ” Here are a few examples: “Give thanks unto the Lord, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people” (I Chronicles 16:8). “O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever” (I Chronicles 16:34). “Sing unto the Lord, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness” (Psalm 30:4). One verse in the New Testament defines when we are to “give thanks. ” The Thessalonians 5:18 says: “In every thing give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. ” There are no boundaries, no “exception clauses'' in regard to when we are to give thanks. We are to give thanks “in everything. ” A key to forgiving your offender is realizing that God can work through your suffering to accomplish His purposes in your life. Ultimately, God is in control. He allows the good and bad things in life, and we can trust Him to work all things together for good in the lives of those who love Him. (See Romans 8:28. ) Facing Trials and Tests With Grace, remember that you are not the only one who faces this in life. Understanding why they come and how to respond? What is a Christian to do when faced with disappointment, disaster, and despair? Scripture teaches us that “all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28). Yet when we encounter difficulties, we often wonder, Why? Searching for answers and learning to view “bad things” as “good things in disguise” are disciplines that God wants His children to develop as they mature spiritually. (See I Corinthians 2:14 and Romans 8:1–17. ) When you respond to God’s grace and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, you are “born again” into the Kingdom of God. At the moment of salvation, the Holy Spirit comes to dwell in your spirit. He confirms your relationship with God, comforts you, and leads you into all truth. (See Romans 8:16, John 14:16–17 and 16:13. ) God begins the supernatural work of transforming you, His child, into the image of His Son, Jesus Christ, Who was and is perfect. (See Romans 8:29. ) As you mature in your faith, God uses tests and trials to develop your character and ministry. By responding to trials in the grace of God, you will experience the power of God’s Spirit, which will be manifested in your life through the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and self-control. (See Galatians 5:22–23. ) “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: but rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy” (I Peter 4:12–13). The Trials and Tests We all do Encounter in one way or the other. Go now and make yourselves ready see tis descriptions of eight types of tests that every Christian will likely face: When these things come, remember that God sees all we do, and hears all we say. Fiery trials: intense encounters or struggles; bursts of anger, grief, or lust Infirmities: physical limitations and illnesses Reproaches: ridicule and rejection on account of faith or holiness Persecutions: harassment and oppression due to religious convictions Necessities: wear and care of daily responsibilities Distresses: disappointments and deep hurts Tribulations: unusual pressures and challenges Temptations: opportunities to yield to our sinful nature Your Response Makes All the Difference The Apostle Paul regarded these “tests” as opportunities to grow spiritually. Instead of despairing when he encountered trials, Paul said he would glory in his infirmities so that the power of Christ would rest upon him. (See II Corinthians 12:9. ) As we, like Paul, choose to trust God and accept the grace He gives us, Christ’s character will be formed in us. “We glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; and patience, experience; and experience, hope: and hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us” (Romans 5:3–5). Unless you accept God’s grace to deal with suffering, inevitably you will become bitter. However, if you choose to trust God to bring about His purposes through the suffering, you can avoid the trap of bitterness and grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord. (See II Corinthians 5:7, Ephesians 4:31, Hebrews 12:14–15, and II Peter 3:18. ) You can be confident that God will not allow anything to happen to you without His permission, and He will not let any “bad thing” happen that will not ultimately bring you more good than destruction. (See I Peter 4:12–13, Romans 9:14–24, Isaiah 55:8–9, Job 1:6–12, Genesis 50:20, and Psalm 121. ) Until next time The Elder

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » From the Elders wife?
You talkin’ to me? From the Elders wife: Old church of God of the new covenant 1 cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13- Jer. 31:31-Heb. 8:1-13- Eph. 2:15-21. Out of our mouths come the words that can defile us. The book of James is inspired to help us be aware of the danger of our wagging tongues. Read the third chapter of James verses 1-18. The Christian will seek to honor our father and the practice of Phillipians 4:8-9. We bad mouth, besmirch, put down, slander, tarnish, belittle, and dishonor others with our tongue. Most of our world’s problems are due to bad media, and our judgments against others. All of this exists because we have a need to control anyone but ourselves. However, the condition stems from human greed, lust, and selfishness. The next time you open your mouth, let every word be positive and uplifting. Behave as if you are speaking to the Lord himself because he is the silent listener to each and every conversation. Matthew 12: 36-37.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » Re: From the Elders wife?
My daddy was Uranus Father Sky, the Ancient Greek personification of the heavens and, for a while, the ruler of the known universe. Fatherless, he was conceived by Gaea alone, with whom he formed the primordial couple, thus becoming an ancestor of almost all Greek gods. However, he was a cruel husband, and he didn’t allow any of his children to leave the womb of their mother, which eventually led to a rebellion and his demise at the hands of his son, Cronus.

Owingsville Topix/Craigslist replacement » So you want to know?
So you want to know? Thank you for your Calls and emails. From the Elder: Old Church of God of the New Covenant, the church people one can read about in the scriptures, 1 Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13- Eph. 2:15-21- Heb. 8:1-13- Jer. 3:15-16 Jer. 31:31- Acts 20:28- Rom. 10:14-16. John 3:3-7 - John 3:16- Matt. 18:20 1 Cor. 10:32- this church people will Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth Obedience bringing the reward of earthly greatness and wealth of what one has need of as a flash and blood human, even if one does not have great understanding, the church is people that are taught to be content with food and raiment, and to expect persecution and hatred; it is perceived that just as distinctly as Israel stands connected with temporal and earthly things, so distinctly does the New Covenant church people stand connected with spiritual and heavenly things as well as the things needed in this life. Beware of men who want your things in the name of God or Christ! Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling (Heb. 3: 1). For our conversation is in heaven (Phil. 3:20). Men are out to take not give. The all Christian all New Covenant is to be without pay for the clergy, and money is to begin at home first as we always tell people when we take up and offering 1 Timothy 5:5-8 tells us this. And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head (Matt. 8:20). To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you (1 Pet. 1:4) that person who John 3:16 and has no other way to Heaven. Even unto this present hour we both hunger, and thirst, and are naked, and are buffeted, and have no certain dwelling-place (1. I Cor. 4: 11). And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God! (Mark 10:23). Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? (James 2:5). They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service (John 16:2). Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven (Matt. 18:4). Of course it is not meant that a godly Jew did not, at death, go to heaven. Because they did keep the Feast days and Holy days the sabbath day, and the animals were placed on the altar for them but today we are given Jesus as the only way and those new people of God. The distinction is that the incentive to godliness in his case was earthly blessings, forgiveness through the keeping of the Laws, and heaven at the end for the Soul. It should be needless to say that, in this dispensation, neither Jew nor Gentile can be saved otherwise than by the exercise of that faith on the Lord Jesus Christ whereby both are born again (John 3:3, 16) and are baptized into that "one body" (1 Cor 12:13) which is "the church" (Eph. 1:22-23). In the church the distinction of Jew and Gentile disappears. (I Cor. 12:13; Gal. 3:28; Eph. 2:14. So in writing to the Ephesians the apostle speaks of them as "in time past Gentiles, " Eph. 2:11; 1 Cor. 12:2, also says, "ye were Gentiles. ") This makes what we read in Ezek. 18:1-22 become the truth for any person who has sins and wants to use the free will that God gave us under the All christian allNew Covenant where each one of us has to repent of what we do. So what kind of people live as Jesus of the bible tells them? Jesus has already told us what God the father requires of us, and He has done this in the scriptures : Mankind is to be born again; or he cannot see the kingdom of God. " John 3:3. Be born again? It is strange today just as it was when Jesus said this. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you (Matt. 5:44). The saved person is He who is to love those who will not love us back. Being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it: being defamed, we entreat (I Cor. 4:12-13). But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also (Matt. 5:39). See also: Deuteronomy 21:18-21 and Luke 15:20-23. In the appointments for worship we still find contrast. Israel could worship in but one place and at a distance from God-only approaching Him through a priest. The all Christian all New Covenant church worships wherever two or three are gathered, has boldness to enter into the holiest, and is composed of priests. Compare Leviticus 17:8- 9 with Matthew 18:20, Luke 1:10 with Hebrews 10:19-20, Numbers 3:10 with I Peter 2:5. In the predictions concerning the future of Israel and the New Covenant church people, the distinction is still more startling. The New Covenant church who are saved through Jesus as Christ will be taken away from the earth entirely at death but return with Him when He comes for the Saints at the end it is a Rapture of the saved. Rapture Ready? Anyone can read this in our day and then walk away from the clergy that is not what God tells us to be. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you. This is when we become Rapture ready and that can be the day we see death before He returns for the rest of His people. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also" (John 14:2, 3). "For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive, and remain unto the coming of the Lord, shall not prevent them which are asleep. For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord (1 Thess. 4:15-17). We do teach and preach that you will need your body at the end as what God has made, He will save body and soul. "For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself. " (Phil. 3:20, 21). "Beloved, now are we the sons of God; and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is" (1 John 3:2). "Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honor to him: for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his wife hath made herself ready. And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints. And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb" (Rev. 19:7-9). "Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years" (Rev. 20:6). The Savior came to make us more than what we were, more than what we had done, more than what others have done to us. The birth of which Christ is speaking comes from above - by the agency of the Holy Spirit. We as humans John 3;16, and then the Holy Spirit takes that person to Romans 10:9-13 where it all begins. Every human must have three births, one from their mother on earth as a baby, the next one from heaven, and the next to Heaven - one of his body, the other of his soul; without the first he cannot see nor enjoy this world, without the second he cannot see nor enjoy the kingdom of God. The new birth which is here spoken of includes, not only what is termed justification or pardon, that forgiveness, but also sanctification or holiness. Sin must be pardoned, and the impurity of the heart washed away, before any soul can possibly enter into the kingdom of God. As this new birth implies the renewing of the whole soul in righteousness and true holiness, it is not a matter which may be considered optional; heaven is a place of holiness, and nothing but what is like itself can ever enter into it. " Nicodemus said unto him, How can a man be born when he is old? can he enter the second time into his mother's womb, and be born? " John 3:4. Nicodemus is struggling to assimilate this new idea of a second birth into his observations of life. "Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again. " John 3:5-7. The answer to Nicodemus' question. Even if it were possible to repeat physical birth the result would be the same. The plant will be of the nature of the seed which begets it - like will beget like. The kingdom of God is spiritual and holy; that which is born of the Spirit resembles the Spirit; for as he is who begat, so is he who is begotten of him. Therefore spiritual regeneration is a necessity to prepare the soul for a holy and spiritual kingdom. Well then, how does one go about being born again? 1. Believe. Do you believe what we have been reading about Jesus Christ? Jesus later told Nicodemus, "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. " John 3:16. True belief results in action. Is is to be to the Jesus of the scriptures that we Go to not to men and the clergy for the salvation that is from God to us all. 2. Invite. The Holy Spirit of God stands eagerly awaiting the opportunity to renew your heart and soul should he receive the invitation. Here is where He will take you when you John 3:16- He will take you to what Paul tells in Romans 10:9-13 so that this can be done for you, this is how we can live Holy Psalm 17:1-15 is as My wife always says Deep water Faith when we are in the Shallow End. Psalm 107: 9- Isa. 58:11 is what she is talking about. In Revelation 3:20 Jesus has been sending messages to a number of churches and closes with the statement, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock, if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. " If you have not already done so, we urge you to choose to receive Jesus Christ as your Savior and commit yourself to him. Do not let men get between you and your Lord. Remember, God knows your thoughts so you can communicate with him as if face to face. Admit your sinfulness and ask forgiveness. He will do so! Ask the Holy Spirit to cause you to be born again. This will be what He ask of you- Luke 13:2-3-Acts 3:19-Acts 17:30 so this is now you thinking as He calls for and understanding what He gives mercy to Prov. 28:13-24- Jer. 3:13-24- 1 John 1:9-10. He will do as He has told us He will because He is not a false God Numbers 23:19 so as He says He will record your name in the Lamb's book of life, your spiritual birth certificate. Ask for strength as you take the step of yielding your life and future to his direction. He will guide and empower you. As the scripture says He will Zech. 4:6- Acts 1:8-Acts 6:8 3. The things of God do come true. He will be a great help as you start your new life. Soon you will not be able to resist telling everyone you know of the wonderful event in your life. 1 John 4:13-15 His mercy is this to you and to anyone who will John 3:16 no matter what they have done in sin. This Jesus came for us all. Luke 2:1-22- but unlike what men tell you God has His creed of Doctrine and it does take men out of the salvation of the human race. God will tell us and has told us what His creed will do for us in that it will keep us clean Greed Eccl. 5:10- matt. 27:5-1 Timothy 6:9 so what does God say about His creed of Doctrine? ---2 Timothy 3:16- 2 Timothy 4:2-3-Tit. 1:9- Tit. 2:1- 1 Timothy 4;13- Pro. 4:2-Isa. 28:9-13. Here is the way He makes us more than what we would be without the true savior we read of in the scripture! Human to human relationships gets a change: We get forgiveness. We see that we have sins as well as all who are human. What is a sinner as God calls them? Rom. 3:23- Gal. 3:22. -Ecc. 7:20-Rom. 5;8-Matt. 9:13-Luke 18:13-1 Tim. 1:15. Sin is this 1 John 3:4- Rom. 6:12-18-Gen. 4:7-Eph. 4:26- James 4:17. We get to understand and live His way so He does tell us what these things will do to us and what it is, and what we have done and will do to anyone as humans if we do not have Him as the savior. That new Birth has us doing what God calls His doctrines of Creed. Let us go to the Book of Matthew for just a clear understanding of what the Doctrines of God’s creed will do for the saved people. Adultery, we do then see as to a thing God hates and that it is a human sin that is a sin that we do ourselves. Matthew 5:27-32, Matthew 19:8-9, Matthew 19:18 Adversaries we all do have, and they are the self that brings them along with, and who we get information from, and those evil ways that are in this world are very real, and do bring us a downfall. We will have to stop men from telling us where Jesus is and who He is, because if we just John 3:16 it takes us to the true Jesus who is the savior, and it will not stop slick the preacher or remove him out of the way. Matthew 5:24-26 This Jesus who is the savior does tell us that we have a work to do as humans even after we are saved from our past sins. Anger is to be in control; this is one of His creeds. This is to be the new person at work on the self, in the human world. Matthew 5:22 Broad vs. narrow way so God’s way under the all Christian all New Covenant is a walk of Holiness, and it does call for us to live under His doctrines. Matthew 7:13-14 Comfort He will Give to His. Matthew 9:22, Matthew 11:28-30 Confess, deny, daily repentance is a part of that walk because we all are still humans in the flesh. Matthew 10:32-33, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 26:34 The Cross was How God redeemed us all. Matthew 10:38, Matthew 16:24 Divorce for just anything is just another sin in the flesh. Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 19:4-9 Rom. 7:1-3-Luke 16:18-1 Cor. 7:1-15 Faith is where we can’t prove anything or see anything, but still believe. Matthew 6:30, Matthew 8:5-10, Matthew 8:26, Matthew 9:2, Matthew 9:22, Matthew 9:28-29, Matthew 14:31, Matthew 15:28, Matthew 16:8, Matthew 17:17-20, Matthew 21:21, Matthew 23:23 Heb. 11-Rom. 10:17 Eph. 2:8-9 2 Cor. 5:7 False prophets Matthew 7:15-23, Matthew 24:11, Matthew 24:24 Fasting Matthew 6:16-18 Fear Matthew 8:26, Matthew 10:23-31 Follow Matthew 4:19, Matthew 8:19-22, Matthew 9:9, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 19:21 Forgiveness we are to seek after. Matthew 6:12-15, Matthew 18:21-35 Golden rule as we are told is His will for all saved people. Matthew 7:12 Generosity is to be in us but not stay in us, we are to let it out. Matthew 5:42, Matthew 7:9-10 Gifts, sacrifices to anyone in need is the job we all have. Matthew 5:23-24, Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 8:4, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 12:7, Matthew 23:16-20 Go, preach, teach is to all who God calls they are not to be made in a college or school, Jer. 3:15-16- Rom. 10: 14-16. Matthew 5:19, Matthew 10:5-42, Matthew 15:7-9, Matthew 28:19-20 Harvest is the work of God on this earth. Matthew 9:37-38, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-42 Hypocrites are a sin to all who do it. Matthew 6:1-8, Matthew 7:5, Matthew 15:1-9, Matthew 16:1-4, Matthew 22:15-21, Matthew 23:13-37, Matthew 24:45-51 Judging is not the place of the saved person. Matthew 7:1-5 Law has been filled. Matthew 5:17-19, Matthew 7:12, Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 23:23 Life is now and forever. Matthew 6:25, Matthew 10:39, Matthew 16:25 Life, eternal Matthew 7:14, Matthew 18:8-9, Matthew 19:16-30, Matthew 25:46 Light is what others see in the saved person. Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:22-23 Love goes into us and it must get out so we should let it show. Matthew 5:43-47, Matthew 19:19, Matthew 22:37-39, Matthew 24:9-12 Meek is not weakness. Matthew 5:5, Matthew 11:29 Mercy is given to all and those who are saved should show it first to others. Matthew 5:7, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 12:7, Matthew 23:23 Mourn it will come to us all. Matthew 5:4, Matthew 9:15, Matthew 24:30 Murder is a sin but the human can repent of it. Matthew 5:21, Matthew 23:29-39 Oaths are dangerous things. Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 23:16-22 Obedience is what the Doctrines are. Matthew 7:21-27 Peace Matthew 5:9, Matthew 10:13, Matthew 10:34 Perfection Matthew 5:48, Matthew 19:17-24, Matthew 21:15-16 Persecution Matthew 5:10-12, Matthew 10:14-28, Matthew 13:21 Prayer Matthew 5:44, Matthew 6:5-13, Matthew 7:7-11, Matthew 9:38, Matthew 18:19, Matthew 21:13, Matthew 21:22, Matthew 23:14, Matthew 24:20, Matthew 26:36-42, Matthew 26:52-54 Priorities Matthew 5:24, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 7:6, Matthew 8:21, Matthew 22:37-38, Matthew 23:25-26 Provision Matthew 6:8, Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 7:7-11, Matthew 21:22 Purity you did not make, it makes you. Matthew 5:8 Reception Matthew 10:14, Matthew 10:40-42, Matthew 13:19-23 Religious leaders Matthew 5:20, Matthew 15:12-14, Matthew 16:6-12, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 21:28-32, Matthew 23:1-39 Renewal Matthew 9:16 Repentance Matthew 4:17, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 11:20-24, Matthew 12:41, Matthew 21:28-32 Resisting evil Matthew 5:38-41 Riches Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 13:22, Matthew 19:16-24 Righteousness Matthew 3:15, Matthew 5:6, Matthew 5:10, Matthew 5:20, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 21:32, Matthew 23:27-28, Matthew 25:46 Sabbath as it once was and how He took it away. Matthew 12:2-12 Salt Matthew 5:13 Speech Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 12:34-37 Spirit Matthew 5:3, Matthew 10:16-20 Strife Matthew 10:35-37 Testimony Matthew 8:4 Treasure Matthew 6:16-21, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 19:21-24 Worry Matthew 6:25-34 Matthew 10:19 Christ to human relationship: Forgiveness of sins Matthew 9:2-6, Matthew 12:31-32 This Jesus of the scriptures is the savior as God has told us, because we believe God so it makes us who we are. So let us look at the book of John so we can understand who this savior is. Men do not get to police the salvation of humans. We see the Doctrines of His creed going on in this book as well! I am the good shepherd John 10:14. The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep John 10:11. The clergy did not give themselves for you Jesus did. The Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. Matthew 20:28. Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me John 5:39. Whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. John 3:14-17. He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: John 3:36. And that believing ye might have life through his name. John 20:30-31. Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, he will also confess before my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 10:32. Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6. His predictions: Judas to betray him Matthew 26:2, Matthew 26:20-25, Matthew 26:47-49 Peter to deny him Matthew 26:30-35, Matthew 26:69-75 Jesus to die Matthew 17:22-23, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 27:35 Jesus to be resurrected Matthew 16:21, Matthew 17:9, Matthew 17:22-23, Matthew 26:31-32, Matthew 28:5-7 Jesus to ascend to the Father Matthew 26:64, John 7:33, John 14:2, John 14:28, Mark 16:19, Luke 24:51, Acts 1:9 God the Holy Spirit to come to earth John 14:16-17, John 14:26, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:1-21 Temple to be destroyed Luke 21:5-6 Jerusalem to be trodden of the gentiles Luke 21:24 Christians to be persecuted Matthew 10:17-18, Matthew 10:34-36, John 15:18-21 Wars and rumors of wars. Don't get excited, beware of men and their answers that God has nothing to do with. Matthew 24:3-8 False prophets Matthew 24:11 Iniquity shall abound Matthew 24:12 Gospel to be preached among all nations Matthew 24:14 The Church (Christ's believers) removed from earth to be with Christ in Heaven the one thing that stops the lordship clergy from a takeover on earth is that we can read this for ourselves.. John 14:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 19:7-10 Great tribulation Matthew 24:21-22 False Christs Matthew 24:5, Matthew 24:23-24 The real Christ to come again, this time all will serve Him. Matthew 24:29-30, Acts 1:11, Revelation 19:11-16 You must look at all four Gospels in order to get the complete order of events and all the details of what has been done and what will come to the earth. When we read the Bible for ourselves we can go in mind to the time as if we are there with them. The Choice of Heaven as the police over the salvation of mankind? The person that God tells us to go to to be saved as He says in John 3;16? Let's go in mind as if we were there in Bethlehem and hear God's announcement of "Peace on earth. " I love to read the story of the shepherds abiding in the field 2, 000 years ago. When the angel appeared, the shepherds, "Were sore afraid" I guess that's only natural. Many other people in the Bible were afraid when they saw angels. It may be natural, but it's not necessary to be in fear. When they listened and heard God's good tidings, their fear was changed into peace. The shepherds enjoyed the heavenly choir, and then they applied God's word to their hearts by going to Bethlehem and seeing Jesus. Look at their joy when they returned. What a difference it made to have Jesus in their lives! God gave peace to the shepherds. When I read these verses in Luke 2 and think about the shepherds abiding in the fields, a beautiful scene comes into my mind. We also can look back a few years as we read this, the Lord has added something wonderful to the picture. We must turn the clock back 700 years and stop during the days of the prophet Micah. Being good to the word of God on the visit of the wise men, we are already blessed with the joyful news that the prophet Micah tells us that Christ would be born in Bethlehem. (Read Micah 5:2). Then the Spirit urged us to go back a few verses and read where Micah talks about a tower. (Read Micah 4:8). This "Tower of the flock" reminds us that the shepherds in Luke 2 would also have a tower. Although this tower is not mentioned in the Gospel of Luke, it is a beautiful part of Bethlehem's countryside. It's called, "The Tower of Edar. " This tower is where the shepherds would sit and keep watch over the flock. They would be ever on the alert for hungry animals, like lions and wolves. We also today have to do this in the Lordship of Men who want to rule over God’s John 3:16 people who are in God we Trust people. They would also observe the sheep to see if there were any wanderers. For the sake of clarity, we should take note that these verses in Micah are referring to the LORD'S coming kingdom. This leads us to observe something wonderful. Both the first Coming of Christ and the Coming of His kingdom are related to a location with a tower of the flock. This is no surprise, of course, because, "The Lord is my shepherd. " (Read Psalm 23). I'd like to go back a few verses and notice another similarity. (Read Micah 4:3). "Beat their swords into plowshares" reminds me that one day this babe of Bethlehem was the great king who will bring a true and lasting peace on earth. Even though our cities today are filled with weapons of war, He gives us hope. God will give peace to the soldiers. Then we can turn back the Bethlehem clock again. This time let's go another thousand years and stop during the days of Jacob. (Read Genesis 35:16-22). Jacob's beloved wife Rachel is great with child! After Benjamin is safely born, Rachel dies. As I was reading God's Word, I thought of how often we celebrate someone's joy, while sharing the grief of someone else. (Read Ecclesiastes 3:1-8). Jacob shows us a believer who chooses hope for the living, and love for the dearly departed. Then a short time later, Jacob's family came to "the tower of Edar. " We read that one of Jacob's sons doesn't have respect for his father's grief. The memory of the "tower of Edar" is stained by the sin of Reuben. How can we talk about such things at Christmas? It reminds us of the truth, that the babe of Bethlehem came into the world to save sinners. (Read 1 Timothy 1:15). There is no peace unless you have peace with Him. God gives peace to sinners who trust in Jesus. (Read Romans 5:1-2 John 3:16). During Jesus' time Rome was the current oppressor of the Jews and the Jews were yearning for Messiah; hoping for a military/political deliverer. Even John, the Baptist, who had correctly pointed out Christ as, ".. . The lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world" (John 1:29), required reassurance when he found himself in prison with nothing much happening on the political front. (Matthew 11:2-6). The Old Testament prophecies pointed to Jesus. Those who reject Jesus and are still waiting for Messiah are awaiting another who can fulfil the same prophecies. To accept less in their Messiah would require changing their interpretation of (or confidence in) the Old Covenant as the way. Jesus claimed to be the Messiah, the Son of God. As is often pointed out, Jesus is either who he says he is or else he is a liar. And we know who is the father of lies. (John 8:44). We acknowledge the truthfulness of Jesus! Luke 4:17-21, John 5:17-18, John 10:24-30, John 10:36-38, Luke 22:66-71, Matthew 26:63-64. Demons acknowledged that he was the son of God. And they certainly had no reason to advance his claim. Matthew 8:28-29, Mark 3:11, Luke 4:41 Satan attempted to neutralize Jesus by offering temptation. If Jesus was not the Christ why would Satan be concerned? Luke 4:1-13, Matthew 4:8-11 God the Holy Spirit and God the Father certified Jesus as the Son of God. Mark 1:9-11, Matthew 17:1-5 Highlights of Messiah's activity on earth as we teach it and you can read about it. Anyone can understand this and can teach this to their children. The first advent: On this trip Messiah had a greater goal than merely relieving Israel of yet another local oppressor. Christ was here to purchase redemption from sin for all of mankind, Jews and Gentiles alike. Birth: "In thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed. " Genesis 12:3. "Thou shalt call his name JESUS, for he shall save his people from their sins. Matthew 1:21. "Unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. " Luke 2:11. Teaching: ".. . The Son of man came... to give his life a ransom for many. " Mark 10:45. ".. . and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day. " Mark 9:31. "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life" John 3:36. Death: "And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill him;" Luke 22:2. "And they crucified him. " Matthew 27:35. "In a new sepulcher.. . they laid Jesus, " John 19:38-42. Resurrection: "He is not here, but has risen:" Luke 24:6-7. ".. . He rose again the third day" 1 Corinthians 15:1-8. Ascension: "He was received up into Heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. " Mark 16:19. Currently: Christ sits at the right hand of the Father making intercession for his believers. In Heaven: "His Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things" Hebrews 1:1-3. " set him in his own right hand in the heavenly places, " Ephesians 1:19-23. Making intercession: "Christ, maketh intercession for us. ". Romans 8:34. "He ever liveth to make intercession for them. ". Hebrews 7:25 The rapture: Christ will return in the air and call home his church who are people He saved through His blood, those who believe in him. This is not "The Second coming" of Christ for he will not set foot on earth. He will simply remove his believers from earth to Heaven. Note: "Believers" are not limited to any specific race, God has only one Human race, all of us coming from Adam and one woman Eve. because this Jesus is He that person of Gen 1:1- John 1 1-4 Because He has no such thing as us and them or a religion. The differentiation is their relationship with Christ Jesus and if that person is saved through this Jesus they are already His.. Beware of men end timing you with things that are not what God says will happen first, Corvid-19 is not one of the last seven plagues to come; the Rapture has not happened because did you see Jesus coming in the air as God tells us we all will? "I will come again, and receive you unto myself. " John 14:1-6. "And so shall we ever be with the Lord. " 1 Thessalonians 4:14-17. Tribulation: Much will happen during the few years between the rapture of the church (Christ's bride, his believers) and Christ's second coming. The people remaining on earth after the rapture will all be non-believers, including a large number of Jews. During this period the population of earth will experience terrible retribution for their rejection of God and His Son, Jesus Christ. Rather than repent and turn to God the world will embrace a false Messiah. Big mistake. A few will come to understand and will turn to Christ but will pay for their newfound belief with their lives. "And the rest of the men who were not killed by these plagues yet repented not.. . " Revelation 9:20-21. "I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the Word of God,... " Revelation 20:4. Second coming: After the tribulation period is complete God will keep his promise to Israel and will send his Son, Jesus Christ, to earth to rule as King upon the throne of David. His first action will be to defeat the armies of the world (battle of Armageddon) and bring them into submission to himself. The Revelation: To see Christ Jesus coming in the air will be the biggest shock of all time as people realize their mistake in rejecting him on his first trip to earth. "Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kinds of the earth shall wail because of him. ". Revelation 1:7. "And I saw Heaven open". Revelation 19:11-16. The unbelieving world attempts to repel Christ: ", The beast, and the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against him, " Revelation 19:19-21. Christ reigns upon the throne of David for a thousand years: "And an angel, laid hold on the dragon, that he should deceive the nations no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled;". Revelation 20:1-3. "I have set my king upon my holy hill of Zion, " Psalm 2:1-12. "And I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, And they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years. " Revelation 20:4. One last attempt to rebel against Christ: "Satan, shall go out to deceive the nations, " Revelation 20:7-10. Final judgement (by God) of those who rejected Christ, the Son of God: "And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. ". Revelation 20:11-15. The bride, the Lamb's wife, dwelling forever in the New Jerusalem: "And I saw no temple in it; for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it. " Revelation 21:1-7. This the Jesus of the scriptures did for us, another look! . No clergy did this for you, Jesus is the only one who went to the cross for you!!! Slick the preacher did not die for you. Jesus is led before Annas of the Jews John 18:12-14, 19-23 Jesus is led before Caiaphus and other Jewish leaders Matthew 26:57-68; Mark 14:53-65; Luke 22:54; 63-65; John 18:24 Peter denies Jesus Matthew 26:58; 69-75; Mark 14:54; 66-72; Luke 22:54-62; John 18:15-18; 25-27 Jesus is condemned by the Jews at daybreak Matthew 27:1; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71 Judas commits suicide Matthew 27:3-10 The first time Jesus is led before Pilate Matthew 27:2; 11-14; Mark 15:2-5; Luke 23:1-5; John 18:28-38 Pilate sends Jesus to Herod Luke 23:6-12 The second time Jesus is led before Pilate Matthew 27:15-26; Mark 15:6-15; Luke 23:13-25; John 18:39-40; 19:1-16 The Roman Soldiers Mock Jesus Matthew 27:27-30; Mark 15:16-19 Jesus walks the way of suffering Matthew 27:31-32; Mark 15:20-21; Luke 23:26-32; John 19:16-17 THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS Matthew 27:33-56; Mark 15:22-41; Luke 23:33-49; John 19:17-37 The burial of Jesus Matthew 27:57-66; Mark 15:42-47; Luke 23:50-56; John 19:38-42 THE DAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS Matthew 28:1-15; Mark 16:1-14; Luke 24:1-43; John 20:1-23 Jesus appears to Thomas John 20:24-31 Jesus appears to the disciples at the sea John 21:1-25 The parting words of Jesus Matthew 28:16-20 The parting words and Ascension of Jesus Mark 16:15-20; Luke 24:44-53 Coming to Calvary Matthew 27:33 Golgotha, place of a skull Mark 15:22 Luke 23:33 Calvary John 19:17 the place of a skull; in Hebrew, Golgotha Jesus Refused the drink Matthew 27:34 vinegar mingled with gall Mark 15:23 wine mingled with myrrh Jesus was crucified Matthew 27:35 Mark 15:24-25 third hour Luke 23:33 John 19:18 Two thieves crucified with Jesus Matthew 27:38 Mark 15:27-28 Luke 23:33 John 19:18 Prophecy fulfilled Mark 15:28 cp. Isaiah 53:9; Isaiah 53:12 First saying, "Father forgive them for they know not what they do" Luke 23:34 Soldiers divide his garments Matthew 27:35-36 sitting down Mark 15:24 Luke 23:34 John 19:23-24 Prophecy fulfilled Matthew 27:35; John 19:24 Psalms 22:18 Pilate's superscription Matthew 27:37 "This is Jesus, the King of the Jews" Mark 15:26 "The King of the Jews" Luke 23:38 Greek, Latin and Hebrew "'This is the King of the Jews" John 19:19-22 Hebrew, Greek and Latin "Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews" The ignorant mockers of Jesus Passers by Matthew 27:39-40 Mark 15:29-30 Luke 23:35 Jewish Leaders Matthew 27:41-43 Chief Priests, scribes and elders Mark 15:31-32 Chief Priests, scribes and elders Luke 23:35 Rulers Soldiers Luke 23:36-37 Thieves Matthew 27:44 Mark 15:32 Luke 23:39-43 One rails at him, the other repents Second saying, "Verily I say unto thee, today shalt thou be with me in paradise" Luke 23:43 Jesus talking to Mary and John John 19:25-27 Third saying, "Woman behold thy Son! Behold thy mother! " John 19:26-27 Sixth hour Darkness Matthew 27:45 unto ninth hour Mark 15:33 Luke 23:44-45 Ninth hour Fourth saying, "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? " Matthew 27:46 Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? Mark 15:34 Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? Fifth saying, "I thirst" John 19:28 Prophecy fulfilled John 19:28 Psalms 69:21 Reactions to the fourth and fifth sayings The fourth Matthew 27:47; Mark 15:35 "This man calleth for Elijah" Matthew 27:49 "Let us see whether Elijah will come to save him. " Matthew 27:48; Mark 15:36 gave him vinegar to drink. The fifth Luke 23:36-37; John 19:29-30 Soldiers gave him vinegar Sixth saying, "It is finished" John 19:30 Matthew 27:50; Mark 15:37; Luke 23:46 With a loud voice Seventh saying, "Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit" Jesus died Matthew 27:50 Mark 15:37 Luke 23:46 John 19:30 Earthquake Matthew 27:51 Graves opened Matthew 27:52-53 Centurion's statement Matthew 27:54 Mark 15:39 Luke 23:47 People beholding Those who came together Luke 23:48 Women Matthew 27:55-56 Mark 15:40-41 Luke 23:49 The unbelieving Jews make a request John 19:31-37 Break legs. A spear pierced Jesus Prophecy fulfilled John 19:36. Psalms 34:20 John 19:37 Zechariah 12:10 Joseph of Arimathaea's request and burial of Jesus His wife was a Celtic woman named Veronica from the land called Doggerland or the Britishes islands. Matthew 27:57-60 Mark 15:42-46 Luke 23:50-54 John 19:38-42 Nicodemas Women beholding the tomb Matthew 27:61 Mark 15:47 Luke 23:55-56 The unbelieving Jews make another request Matthew 27:62-66 READ ABOUT HIS RESURRECTION Matthew 28 Mark 16 Luke 24 John 20, 21 So until next time the Elder: If anyone receives a place with God forever that person will have to come to this Jesus of the scripture, we all will live forever one place or the other, the choice He has call Freewill is ours to make, John 3:16 as He says is to who-so-ever, that is His word that all can come but of our free will.

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So you want to know? Thank you for your Calls and emails. From the Elder: Old Church of God of the New Covenant, the church people one can read about in the scriptures, 1 Cor. 1:2- Gal. 1:13- Eph. 2:15-21- Heb. 8:1-13- Jer. 3:15-16 Jer. 31:31- Acts 20:28- Rom. 10:14-16. John 3:3-7 - John 3:16- Matt. 18:20 1 Cor. 10:32- this church people will Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth Obedience bringing the reward of earthly greatness and wealth of what one has need of as a flash and blood human, even if one does not have great understanding, the church is people that are taught to be content with food and raiment, and to expect persecution and hatred; it is perceived that just as distinctly as Israel stands connected with temporal and earthly things, so distinctly does the New Covenant church people stand connected with spiritual and heavenly things as well as the things needed in this life. Beware of men who want your things in the name of God or Christ! Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling (Heb. 3: 1). For our conversation is in heaven (Phil. 3:20). Men are out to take not give. The all Christian all New Covenant is to be without pay for the clergy, and money is to begin at home first as we always tell people when we take up and offering 1 Timothy 5:5-8 tells us this. And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head (Matt. 8:20). To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you (1 Pet. 1:4) that person who John 3:16 and has no other way to Heaven. Even unto this present hour we both hunger, and thirst, and are naked, and are buffeted, and have no certain dwelling-place (1. I Cor. 4: 11). And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God! (Mark 10:23). Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? (James 2:5). They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service (John 16:2). Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven (Matt. 18:4). Of course it is not meant that a godly Jew did not, at death, go to heaven. Because they did keep the Feast days and Holy days the sabbath day, and the animals were placed on the altar for them but today we are given Jesus as the only way and those new people of God. The distinction is that the incentive to godliness in his case was earthly blessings, forgiveness through the keeping of the Laws, and heaven at the end for the Soul. It should be needless to say that, in this dispensation, neither Jew nor Gentile can be saved otherwise than by the exercise of that faith on the Lord Jesus Christ whereby both are born again (John 3:3, 16) and are baptized into that "one body" (1 Cor 12:13) which is "the church" (Eph. 1:22-23). In the church the distinction of Jew and Gentile disappears. (I Cor. 12:13; Gal. 3:28; Eph. 2:14. So in writing to the Ephesians the apostle speaks of them as "in time past Gentiles, " Eph. 2:11; 1 Cor. 12:2, also says, "ye were Gentiles. ") This makes what we read in Ezek. 18:1-22 become the truth for any person who has sins and wants to use the free will that God gave us under the All christian allNew Covenant where each one of us has to repent of what we do. So what kind of people live as Jesus of the bible tells them? Jesus has already told us what God the father requires of us, and He has done this in the scriptures : Mankind is to be born again; or he cannot see the kingdom of God. " John 3:3. Be born again? It is strange today just as it was when Jesus said this. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you (Matt. 5:44). The saved person is He who is to love those who will not love us back. Being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it: being defamed, we entreat (I Cor. 4:12-13). But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also (Matt. 5:39). See also: Deuteronomy 21:18-21 and Luke 15:20-23. In the appointments for worship we still find contrast. Israel could worship in but one place and at a distance from God-only approaching Him through a priest. The all Christian all New Covenant church worships wherever two or three are gathered, has boldness to enter into the holiest, and is composed of priests. Compare Leviticus 17:8- 9 with Matthew 18:20, Luke 1:10 with Hebrews 10:19-20, Numbers 3:10 with I Peter 2:5. In the predictions concerning the future of Israel and the New Covenant church people, the distinction is still more startling. The New Covenant church who are saved through Jesus as Christ will be taken away from the earth entirely at death but return with Him when He comes for the Saints at the end it is a Rapture of the saved. Rapture Ready? Anyone can read this in our day and then walk away from the clergy that is not what God tells us to be. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you. This is when we become Rapture ready and that can be the day we see death before He returns for the rest of His people. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also" (John 14:2, 3). "For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive, and remain unto the coming of the Lord, shall not prevent them which are asleep. For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord (1 Thess. 4:15-17). We do teach and preach that you will need your body at the end as what God has made, He will save body and soul. "For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself. " (Phil. 3:20, 21). "Beloved, now are we the sons of God; and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is" (1 John 3:2). "Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honor to him: for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his wife hath made herself ready. And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints. And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb" (Rev. 19:7-9). "Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years" (Rev. 20:6). The Savior came to make us more than what we were, more than what we had done, more than what others have done to us. The birth of which Christ is speaking comes from above - by the agency of the Holy Spirit. We as humans John 3;16, and then the Holy Spirit takes that person to Romans 10:9-13 where it all begins. Every human must have three births, one from their mother on earth as a baby, the next one from heaven, and the next to Heaven - one of his body, the other of his soul; without the first he cannot see nor enjoy this world, without the second he cannot see nor enjoy the kingdom of God. The new birth which is here spoken of includes, not only what is termed justification or pardon, that forgiveness, but also sanctification or holiness. Sin must be pardoned, and the impurity of the heart washed away, before any soul can possibly enter into the kingdom of God. As this new birth implies the renewing of the whole soul in righteousness and true holiness, it is not a matter which may be considered optional; heaven is a place of holiness, and nothing but what is like itself can ever enter into it. " Nicodemus said unto him, How can a man be born when he is old? can he enter the second time into his mother's womb, and be born? " John 3:4. Nicodemus is struggling to assimilate this new idea of a second birth into his observations of life. "Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again. " John 3:5-7. The answer to Nicodemus' question. Even if it were possible to repeat physical birth the result would be the same. The plant will be of the nature of the seed which begets it - like will beget like. The kingdom of God is spiritual and holy; that which is born of the Spirit resembles the Spirit; for as he is who begat, so is he who is begotten of him. Therefore spiritual regeneration is a necessity to prepare the soul for a holy and spiritual kingdom. Well then, how does one go about being born again? 1. Believe. Do you believe what we have been reading about Jesus Christ? Jesus later told Nicodemus, "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. " John 3:16. True belief results in action. Is is to be to the Jesus of the scriptures that we Go to not to men and the clergy for the salvation that is from God to us all. 2. Invite. The Holy Spirit of God stands eagerly awaiting the opportunity to renew your heart and soul should he receive the invitation. Here is where He will take you when you John 3:16- He will take you to what Paul tells in Romans 10:9-13 so that this can be done for you, this is how we can live Holy Psalm 17:1-15 is as My wife always says Deep water Faith when we are in the Shallow End. Psalm 107: 9- Isa. 58:11 is what she is talking about. In Revelation 3:20 Jesus has been sending messages to a number of churches and closes with the statement, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock, if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. " If you have not already done so, we urge you to choose to receive Jesus Christ as your Savior and commit yourself to him. Do not let men get between you and your Lord. Remember, God knows your thoughts so you can communicate with him as if face to face. Admit your sinfulness and ask forgiveness. He will do so! Ask the Holy Spirit to cause you to be born again. This will be what He ask of you- Luke 13:2-3-Acts 3:19-Acts 17:30 so this is now you thinking as He calls for and understanding what He gives mercy to Prov. 28:13-24- Jer. 3:13-24- 1 John 1:9-10. He will do as He has told us He will because He is not a false God Numbers 23:19 so as He says He will record your name in the Lamb's book of life, your spiritual birth certificate. Ask for strength as you take the step of yielding your life and future to his direction. He will guide and empower you. As the scripture says He will Zech. 4:6- Acts 1:8-Acts 6:8 3. The things of God do come true. He will be a great help as you start your new life. Soon you will not be able to resist telling everyone you know of the wonderful event in your life. 1 John 4:13-15 His mercy is this to you and to anyone who will John 3:16 no matter what they have done in sin. This Jesus came for us all. Luke 2:1-22- but unlike what men tell you God has His creed of Doctrine and it does take men out of the salvation of the human race. God will tell us and has told us what His creed will do for us in that it will keep us clean Greed Eccl. 5:10- matt. 27:5-1 Timothy 6:9 so what does God say about His creed of Doctrine? ---2 Timothy 3:16- 2 Timothy 4:2-3-Tit. 1:9- Tit. 2:1- 1 Timothy 4;13- Pro. 4:2-Isa. 28:9-13. Here is the way He makes us more than what we would be without the true savior we read of in the scripture! Human to human relationships gets a change: We get forgiveness. We see that we have sins as well as all who are human. What is a sinner as God calls them? Rom. 3:23- Gal. 3:22. -Ecc. 7:20-Rom. 5;8-Matt. 9:13-Luke 18:13-1 Tim. 1:15. Sin is this 1 John 3:4- Rom. 6:12-18-Gen. 4:7-Eph. 4:26- James 4:17. We get to understand and live His way so He does tell us what these things will do to us and what it is, and what we have done and will do to anyone as humans if we do not have Him as the savior. That new Birth has us doing what God calls His doctrines of Creed. Let us go to the Book of Matthew for just a clear understanding of what the Doctrines of God’s creed will do for the saved people. Adultery, we do then see as to a thing God hates and that it is a human sin that is a sin that we do ourselves. Matthew 5:27-32, Matthew 19:8-9, Matthew 19:18 Adversaries we all do have, and they are the self that brings them along with, and who we get information from, and those evil ways that are in this world are very real, and do bring us a downfall. We will have to stop men from telling us where Jesus is and who He is, because if we just John 3:16 it takes us to the true Jesus who is the savior, and it will not stop slick the preacher or remove him out of the way. Matthew 5:24-26 This Jesus who is the savior does tell us that we have a work to do as humans even after we are saved from our past sins. Anger is to be in control; this is one of His creeds. This is to be the new person at work on the self, in the human world. Matthew 5:22 Broad vs. narrow way so God’s way under the all Christian all New Covenant is a walk of Holiness, and it does call for us to live under His doctrines. Matthew 7:13-14 Comfort He will Give to His. Matthew 9:22, Matthew 11:28-30 Confess, deny, daily repentance is a part of that walk because we all are still humans in the flesh. Matthew 10:32-33, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 26:34 The Cross was How God redeemed us all. Matthew 10:38, Matthew 16:24 Divorce for just anything is just another sin in the flesh. Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 19:4-9 Rom. 7:1-3-Luke 16:18-1 Cor. 7:1-15 Faith is where we can’t prove anything or see anything, but still believe. Matthew 6:30, Matthew 8:5-10, Matthew 8:26, Matthew 9:2, Matthew 9:22, Matthew 9:28-29, Matthew 14:31, Matthew 15:28, Matthew 16:8, Matthew 17:17-20, Matthew 21:21, Matthew 23:23 Heb. 11-Rom. 10:17 Eph. 2:8-9 2 Cor. 5:7 False prophets Matthew 7:15-23, Matthew 24:11, Matthew 24:24 Fasting Matthew 6:16-18 Fear Matthew 8:26, Matthew 10:23-31 Follow Matthew 4:19, Matthew 8:19-22, Matthew 9:9, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 19:21 Forgiveness we are to seek after. Matthew 6:12-15, Matthew 18:21-35 Golden rule as we are told is His will for all saved people. Matthew 7:12 Generosity is to be in us but not stay in us, we are to let it out. Matthew 5:42, Matthew 7:9-10 Gifts, sacrifices to anyone in need is the job we all have. Matthew 5:23-24, Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 8:4, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 12:7, Matthew 23:16-20 Go, preach, teach is to all who God calls they are not to be made in a college or school, Jer. 3:15-16- Rom. 10: 14-16. Matthew 5:19, Matthew 10:5-42, Matthew 15:7-9, Matthew 28:19-20 Harvest is the work of God on this earth. Matthew 9:37-38, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-42 Hypocrites are a sin to all who do it. Matthew 6:1-8, Matthew 7:5, Matthew 15:1-9, Matthew 16:1-4, Matthew 22:15-21, Matthew 23:13-37, Matthew 24:45-51 Judging is not the place of the saved person. Matthew 7:1-5 Law has been filled. Matthew 5:17-19, Matthew 7:12, Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 23:23 Life is now and forever. Matthew 6:25, Matthew 10:39, Matthew 16:25 Life, eternal Matthew 7:14, Matthew 18:8-9, Matthew 19:16-30, Matthew 25:46 Light is what others see in the saved person. Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:22-23 Love goes into us and it must get out so we should let it show. Matthew 5:43-47, Matthew 19:19, Matthew 22:37-39, Matthew 24:9-12 Meek is not weakness. Matthew 5:5, Matthew 11:29 Mercy is given to all and those who are saved should show it first to others. Matthew 5:7, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 12:7, Matthew 23:23 Mourn it will come to us all. Matthew 5:4, Matthew 9:15, Matthew 24:30 Murder is a sin but the human can repent of it. Matthew 5:21, Matthew 23:29-39 Oaths are dangerous things. Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 23:16-22 Obedience is what the Doctrines are. Matthew 7:21-27 Peace Matthew 5:9, Matthew 10:13, Matthew 10:34 Perfection Matthew 5:48, Matthew 19:17-24, Matthew 21:15-16 Persecution Matthew 5:10-12, Matthew 10:14-28, Matthew 13:21 Prayer Matthew 5:44, Matthew 6:5-13, Matthew 7:7-11, Matthew 9:38, Matthew 18:19, Matthew 21:13, Matthew 21:22, Matthew 23:14, Matthew 24:20, Matthew 26:36-42, Matthew 26:52-54 Priorities Matthew 5:24, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 7:6, Matthew 8:21, Matthew 22:37-38, Matthew 23:25-26 Provision Matthew 6:8, Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 7:7-11, Matthew 21:22 Purity you did not make, it makes you. Matthew 5:8 Reception Matthew 10:14, Matthew 10:40-42, Matthew 13:19-23 Religious leaders Matthew 5:20, Matthew 15:12-14, Matthew 16:6-12, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 21:28-32, Matthew 23:1-39 Renewal Matthew 9:16 Repentance Matthew 4:17, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 11:20-24, Matthew 12:41, Matthew 21:28-32 Resisting evil Matthew 5:38-41 Riches Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 13:22, Matthew 19:16-24 Righteousness Matthew 3:15, Matthew 5:6, Matthew 5:10, Matthew 5:20, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 21:32, Matthew 23:27-28, Matthew 25:46 Sabbath as it once was and how He took it away. Matthew 12:2-12 Salt Matthew 5:13 Speech Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 12:34-37 Spirit Matthew 5:3, Matthew 10:16-20 Strife Matthew 10:35-37 Testimony Matthew 8:4 Treasure Matthew 6:16-21, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 19:21-24 Worry Matthew 6:25-34 Matthew 10:19 Christ to human relationship: Forgiveness of sins Matthew 9:2-6, Matthew 12:31-32 This Jesus of the scriptures is the savior as God has told us, because we believe God so it makes us who we are. So let us look at the book of John so we can understand who this savior is. Men do not get to police the salvation of humans. We see the Doctrines of His creed going on in this book as well! I am the good shepherd John 10:14. The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep John 10:11. The clergy did not give themselves for you Jesus did. The Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. Matthew 20:28. Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me John 5:39. Whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. John 3:14-17. He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: John 3:36. And that believing ye might have life through his name. John 20:30-31. Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, he will also confess before my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 10:32. Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6. His predictions: Judas to betray him Matthew 26:2, Matthew 26:20-25, Matthew 26:47-49 Peter to deny him Matthew 26:30-35, Matthew 26:69-75 Jesus to die Matthew 17:22-23, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 27:35 Jesus to be resurrected Matthew 16:21, Matthew 17:9, Matthew 17:22-23, Matthew 26:31-32, Matthew 28:5-7 Jesus to ascend to the Father Matthew 26:64, John 7:33, John 14:2, John 14:28, Mark 16:19, Luke 24:51, Acts 1:9 God the Holy Spirit to come to earth John 14:16-17, John 14:26, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:1-21 Temple to be destroyed Luke 21:5-6 Jerusalem to be trodden of the gentiles Luke 21:24 Christians to be persecuted Matthew 10:17-18, Matthew 10:34-36, John 15:18-21 Wars and rumors of wars. Don't get excited, beware of men and their answers that God has nothing to do with. Matthew 24:3-8 False prophets Matthew 24:11 Iniquity shall abound Matthew 24:12 Gospel to be preached among all nations Matthew 24:14 The Church (Christ's believers) removed from earth to be with Christ in Heaven the one thing that stops the lordship clergy from a takeover on earth is that we can read this for ourselves.. John 14:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 19:7-10 Great tribulation Matthew 24:21-22 False Christs Matthew 24:5, Matthew 24:23-24 The real Christ to come again, this time all will serve Him. Matthew 24:29-30, Acts 1:11, Revelation 19:11-16 You must look at all four Gospels in order to get the complete order of events and all the details of what has been done and what will come to the earth. When we read the Bible for ourselves we can go in mind to the time as if we are there with them. The Choice of Heaven as the police over the salvation of mankind? The person that God tells us to go to to be saved as He says in John 3;16? Let's go in mind as if we were there in Bethlehem and hear God's announcement of "Peace on earth. " I love to read the story of the shepherds abiding in the field 2, 000 years ago. When the angel appeared, the shepherds, "Were sore afraid" I guess that's only natural. Many other people in the Bible were afraid when they saw angels. It may be natural, but it's not necessary to be in fear. When they listened and heard God's good tidings, their fear was changed into peace. The shepherds enjoyed the heavenly choir, and then they applied God's word to their hearts by going to Bethlehem and seeing Jesus. Look at their joy when they returned. What a difference it made to have Jesus in their lives! God gave peace to the shepherds. When I read these verses in Luke 2 and think about the shepherds abiding in the fields, a beautiful scene comes into my mind. We also can look back a few years as we read this, the Lord has added something wonderful to the picture. We must turn the clock back 700 years and stop during the days of the prophet Micah. Being good to the word of God on the visit of the wise men, we are already blessed with the joyful news that the prophet Micah tells us that Christ would be born in Bethlehem. (Read Micah 5:2). Then the Spirit urged us to go back a few verses and read where Micah talks about a tower. (Read Micah 4:8). This "Tower of the flock" reminds us that the shepherds in Luke 2 would also have a tower. Although this tower is not mentioned in the Gospel of Luke, it is a beautiful part of Bethlehem's countryside. It's called, "The Tower of Edar. " This tower is where the shepherds would sit and keep watch over the flock. They would be ever on the alert for hungry animals, like lions and wolves. We also today have to do this in the Lordship of Men who want to rule over God’s John 3:16 people who are in God we Trust people. They would also observe the sheep to see if there were any wanderers. For the sake of clarity, we should take note that these verses in Micah are referring to the LORD'S coming kingdom. This leads us to observe something wonderful. Both the first Coming of Christ and the Coming of His kingdom are related to a location with a tower of the flock. This is no surprise, of course, because, "The Lord is my shepherd. " (Read Psalm 23). I'd like to go back a few verses and notice another similarity. (Read Micah 4:3). "Beat their swords into plowshares" reminds me that one day this babe of Bethlehem was the great king who will bring a true and lasting peace on earth. Even though our cities today are filled with weapons of war, He gives us hope. God will give peace to the soldiers. Then we can turn back the Bethlehem clock again. This time let's go another thousand years and stop during the days of Jacob. (Read Genesis 35:16-22). Jacob's beloved wife Rachel is great with child! After Benjamin is safely born, Rachel dies. As I was reading God's Word, I thought of how often we celebrate someone's joy, while sharing the grief of someone else. (Read Ecclesiastes 3:1-8). Jacob shows us a believer who chooses hope for the living, and love for the dearly departed. Then a short time later, Jacob's family came to "the tower of Edar. " We read that one of Jacob's sons doesn't have respect for his father's grief. The memory of the "tower of Edar" is stained by the sin of Reuben. How can we talk about such things at Christmas? It reminds us of the truth, that the babe of Bethlehem came into the world to save sinners. (Read 1 Timothy 1:15). There is no peace unless you have peace with Him. God gives peace to sinners who trust in Jesus. (Read Romans 5:1-2 John 3:16). During Jesus' time Rome was the current oppressor of the Jews and the Jews were yearning for Messiah; hoping for a military/political deliverer. Even John, the Baptist, who had correctly pointed out Christ as, ".. . The lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world" (John 1:29), required reassurance when he found himself in prison with nothing much happening on the political front. (Matthew 11:2-6). The Old Testament prophecies pointed to Jesus. Those who reject Jesus and are still waiting for Messiah are awaiting another who can fulfil the same prophecies. To accept less in their Messiah would require changing their interpretation of (or confidence in) the Old Covenant as the way. Jesus claimed to be the Messiah, the Son of God. As is often pointed out, Jesus is either who he says he is or else he is a liar. And we know who is the father of lies. (John 8:44). We acknowledge the truthfulness of Jesus! Luke 4:17-21, John 5:17-18, John 10:24-30, John 10:36-38, Luke 22:66-71, Matthew 26:63-64. Demons acknowledged that he was the son of God. And they certainly had no reason to advance his claim. Matthew 8:28-29, Mark 3:11, Luke 4:41 Satan attempted to neutralize Jesus by offering temptation. If Jesus was not the Christ why would Satan be concerned? Luke 4:1-13, Matthew 4:8-11 God the Holy Spirit and God the Father certified Jesus as the Son of God. Mark 1:9-11, Matthew 17:1-5 Highlights of Messiah's activity on earth as we teach it and you can read about it. Anyone can understand this and can teach this to their children. The first advent: On this trip Messiah had a greater goal than merely relieving Israel of yet another local oppressor. Christ was here to purchase redemption from sin for all of mankind, Jews and Gentiles alike. Birth: "In thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed. " Genesis 12:3. "Thou shalt call his name JESUS, for he shall save his people from their sins. Matthew 1:21. "Unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. " Luke 2:11. Teaching: ".. . The Son of man came... to give his life a ransom for many. " Mark 10:45. ".. . and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day. " Mark 9:31. "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life" John 3:36. Death: "And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill him;" Luke 22:2. "And they crucified him. " Matthew 27:35. "In a new sepulcher.. . they laid Jesus, " John 19:38-42. Resurrection: "He is not here, but has risen:" Luke 24:6-7. ".. . He rose again the third day" 1 Corinthians 15:1-8. Ascension: "He was received up into Heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. " Mark 16:19. Currently: Christ sits at the right hand of the Father making intercession for his believers. In Heaven: "His Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things" Hebrews 1:1-3. " set him in his own right hand in the heavenly places, " Ephesians 1:19-23. Making intercession: "Christ, maketh intercession for us. ". Romans 8:34. "He ever liveth to make intercession for them. ". Hebrews 7:25 The rapture: Christ will return in the air and call home his church who are people He saved through His blood, those who believe in him. This is not "The Second coming" of Christ for he will not set foot on earth. He will simply remove his believers from earth to Heaven. Note: "Believers" are not limited to any specific race, God has only one Human race, all of us coming from Adam and one woman Eve. because this Jesus is He that person of Gen 1:1- John 1 1-4 Because He has no such thing as us and them or a religion. The differentiation is their relationship with Christ Jesus and if that person is saved through this Jesus they are already His.. Beware of men end timing you with things that are not what God says will happen first, Corvid-19 is not one of the last seven plagues to come; the Rapture has not happened because did you see Jesus coming in the air as God tells us we all will? "I will come again, and receive you unto myself. " John 14:1-6. "And so shall we ever be with the Lord. " 1 Thessalonians 4:14-17. Tribulation: Much will happen during the few years between the rapture of the church (Christ's bride, his believers) and Christ's second coming. The people remaining on earth after the rapture will all be non-believers, including a large number of Jews. During this period the population of earth will experience terrible retribution for their rejection of God and His Son, Jesus Christ. Rather than repent and turn to God the world will embrace a false Messiah. Big mistake. A few will come to understand and will turn to Christ but will pay for their newfound belief with their lives. "And the rest of the men who were not killed by these plagues yet repented not.. . " Revelation 9:20-21. "I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the Word of God,... " Revelation 20:4. Second coming: After the tribulation period is complete God will keep his promise to Israel and will send his Son, Jesus Christ, to earth to rule as King upon the throne of David. His first action will be to defeat the armies of the world (battle of Armageddon) and bring them into submission to himself. The Revelation: To see Christ Jesus coming in the air will be the biggest shock of all time as people realize their mistake in rejecting him on his first trip to earth. "Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kinds of the earth shall wail because of him. ". Revelation 1:7. "And I saw Heaven open". Revelation 19:11-16. The unbelieving world attempts to repel Christ: ", The beast, and the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against him, " Revelation 19:19-21. Christ reigns upon the throne of David for a thousand years: "And an angel, laid hold on the dragon, that he should deceive the nations no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled;". Revelation 20:1-3. "I have set my king upon my holy hill of Zion, " Psalm 2:1-12. "And I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, And they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years. " Revelation 20:4. One last attempt to rebel against Christ: "Satan, shall go out to deceive the nations, " Revelation 20:7-10. Final judgement (by God) of those who rejected Christ, the Son of God: "And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. ". Revelation 20:11-15. The bride, the Lamb's wife, dwelling forever in the New Jerusalem: "And I saw no temple in it; for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it. " Revelation 21:1-7. This the Jesus of the scriptures did for us, another look! . No clergy did this for you, Jesus is the only one who went to the cross for you!!! Slick the preacher did not die for you. Jesus is led before Annas of the Jews John 18:12-14, 19-23 Jesus is led before Caiaphus and other Jewish leaders Matthew 26:57-68; Mark 14:53-65; Luke 22:54; 63-65; John 18:24 Peter denies Jesus Matthew 26:58; 69-75; Mark 14:54; 66-72; Luke 22:54-62; John 18:15-18; 25-27 Jesus is condemned by the Jews at daybreak Matthew 27:1; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71 Judas commits suicide Matthew 27:3-10 The first time Jesus is led before Pilate Matthew 27:2; 11-14; Mark 15:2-5; Luke 23:1-5; John 18:28-38 Pilate sends Jesus to Herod Luke 23:6-12 The second time Jesus is led before Pilate Matthew 27:15-26; Mark 15:6-15; Luke 23:13-25; John 18:39-40; 19:1-16 The Roman Soldiers Mock Jesus Matthew 27:27-30; Mark 15:16-19 Jesus walks the way of suffering Matthew 27:31-32; Mark 15:20-21; Luke 23:26-32; John 19:16-17 THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS Matthew 27:33-56; Mark 15:22-41; Luke 23:33-49; John 19:17-37 The burial of Jesus Matthew 27:57-66; Mark 15:42-47; Luke 23:50-56; John 19:38-42 THE DAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS Matthew 28:1-15; Mark 16:1-14; Luke 24:1-43; John 20:1-23 Jesus appears to Thomas John 20:24-31 Jesus appears to the disciples at the sea John 21:1-25 The parting words of Jesus Matthew 28:16-20 The parting words and Ascension of Jesus Mark 16:15-20; Luke 24:44-53 Coming to Calvary Matthew 27:33 Golgotha, place of a skull Mark 15:22 Luke 23:33 Calvary John 19:17 the place of a skull; in Hebrew, Golgotha Jesus Refused the drink Matthew 27:34 vinegar mingled with gall Mark 15:23 wine mingled with myrrh Jesus was crucified Matthew 27:35 Mark 15:24-25 third hour Luke 23:33 John 19:18 Two thieves crucified with Jesus Matthew 27:38 Mark 15:27-28 Luke 23:33 John 19:18 Prophecy fulfilled Mark 15:28 cp. Isaiah 53:9; Isaiah 53:12 First saying, "Father forgive them for they know not what they do" Luke 23:34 Soldiers divide his garments Matthew 27:35-36 sitting down Mark 15:24 Luke 23:34 John 19:23-24 Prophecy fulfilled Matthew 27:35; John 19:24 Psalms 22:18 Pilate's superscription Matthew 27:37 "This is Jesus, the King of the Jews" Mark 15:26 "The King of the Jews" Luke 23:38 Greek, Latin and Hebrew "'This is the King of the Jews" John 19:19-22 Hebrew, Greek and Latin "Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews" The ignorant mockers of Jesus Passers by Matthew 27:39-40 Mark 15:29-30 Luke 23:35 Jewish Leaders Matthew 27:41-43 Chief Priests, scribes and elders Mark 15:31-32 Chief Priests, scribes and elders Luke 23:35 Rulers Soldiers Luke 23:36-37 Thieves Matthew 27:44 Mark 15:32 Luke 23:39-43 One rails at him, the other repents Second saying, "Verily I say unto thee, today shalt thou be with me in paradise" Luke 23:43 Jesus talking to Mary and John John 19:25-27 Third saying, "Woman behold thy Son! Behold thy mother! " John 19:26-27 Sixth hour Darkness Matthew 27:45 unto ninth hour Mark 15:33 Luke 23:44-45 Ninth hour Fourth saying, "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? " Matthew 27:46 Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? Mark 15:34 Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? Fifth saying, "I thirst" John 19:28 Prophecy fulfilled John 19:28 Psalms 69:21 Reactions to the fourth and fifth sayings The fourth Matthew 27:47; Mark 15:35 "This man calleth for Elijah" Matthew 27:49 "Let us see whether Elijah will come to save him. " Matthew 27:48; Mark 15:36 gave him vinegar to drink. The fifth Luke 23:36-37; John 19:29-30 Soldiers gave him vinegar Sixth saying, "It is finished" John 19:30 Matthew 27:50; Mark 15:37; Luke 23:46 With a loud voice Seventh saying, "Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit" Jesus died Matthew 27:50 Mark 15:37 Luke 23:46 John 19:30 Earthquake Matthew 27:51 Graves opened Matthew 27:52-53 Centurion's statement Matthew 27:54 Mark 15:39 Luke 23:47 People beholding Those who came together Luke 23:48 Women Matthew 27:55-56 Mark 15:40-41 Luke 23:49 The unbelieving Jews make a request John 19:31-37 Break legs. A spear pierced Jesus Prophecy fulfilled John 19:36. Psalms 34:20 John 19:37 Zechariah 12:10 Joseph of Arimathaea's request and burial of Jesus His wife was a Celtic woman named Veronica from the land called Doggerland or the Britishes islands. Matthew 27:57-60 Mark 15:42-46 Luke 23:50-54 John 19:38-42 Nicodemas Women beholding the tomb Matthew 27:61 Mark 15:47 Luke 23:55-56 The unbelieving Jews make another request Matthew 27:62-66 READ ABOUT HIS RESURRECTION Matthew 28 Mark 16 Luke 24 John 20, 21 So until next time the Elder: If anyone receives a place with God forever that person will have to come to this Jesus of the scripture, we all will live forever one place or the other, the choice He has call Freewill is ours to make, John 3:16 as He says is to who-so-ever, that is His word that all can come but of our free will.

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Update because I have chosen to believe the children over the school because everything the told us where lies they threaten to press charges against the they can't even supend them because they done nothing wrong they even ask them to supend them so they could prove they had not done anything wrong the parents all are fedup with the lies bit don't know who to talk to most of them don't even want go there anymore they are very good students it would be a shame for them to give up on grown up does anyone know what we can do please

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