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Biblical and historical account of the birth of Jesus Christ the Son of God. Includes social issues and consequences of decisions for that time in history.
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Biblical and historical account of the birth of Jesus Christ the Son of God. Includes social issues and consequences of decisions for that time in history.
How you talk to people about Jesus depends on what they already know.
There are four great facts that must be communicated. He was completely human. He was more than a great teacher. He overcame death. Your spiritual encounter with Him today.
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Overview of the Gospel of John
Based on material from:
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
525 A Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Mark's gospel was written under the shadow of persecution. It is filled with action and only a small amount of teaching. It shows Jesus suffered and was victorious.
Session 04 New Testament Overview - Gospel of MatthewJohn Brooks
Session 04 New Testament Survey Class
Overview of the Gospel of Matthew
Based on material from:
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
525 A Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Throughout Israel’s history and also the whole world’s history, idolatry has been rampant. It continues to fill the earth since the fall of the first man.
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Session 06 New Testment Overview - Gospel of JohnJohn Brooks
Session 06 New Testament Survey Class
Overview of the Gospel of John
Based on material from:
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
525 A Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Mark's gospel was written under the shadow of persecution. It is filled with action and only a small amount of teaching. It shows Jesus suffered and was victorious.
Session 04 New Testament Overview - Gospel of MatthewJohn Brooks
Session 04 New Testament Survey Class
Overview of the Gospel of Matthew
Based on material from:
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
525 A Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Throughout Israel’s history and also the whole world’s history, idolatry has been rampant. It continues to fill the earth since the fall of the first man.
True gospel 2: WHAT IS THE GOSPEL OF MESSIANIC KABBALAH WISDOM? It is the Mul...Lope Columna
This revelatory article will show you the great value, power, and importance of the supernal MESSIANIC KABBALAH WISDOM to the entire Creation of the Great GOD, our Father. As we continue, The genuine BRIDE OF CHRIST will post articles that will explain the details of this multi-faceted wisdom of GOD. Don't be left behind with this great pouring down of high-energy revelations from heaven! (Joel 2:28-29)
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“...not only is Christianity the greatest story ever told, but it is the greatest possible story ever told.” ~ Paul Gould
This message was given on December 11, 2016 at New City Church in Calgary by Pastor John Ferguson. For more info, please visit: www.newcitychurch.ca.
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SBs – Sunday Bible School
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Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
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Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
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Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
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Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
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Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
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Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
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Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
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2. “ ‘For with God
nothing will be
impossible’ ”
Luke 1:37
Key Text:
3. The three first gospels are known as the
“synoptic” (related) gospels. They include many of
the same stories.
Each gospel was addressed to a different
audience. Each Evangelist wrote his gospel being
guided by the Holy Spirit.
4. Who was Luke (Colossians 4:14)?
He was a gentile doctor who went
with Paul to some of his missionary
trips. He is the only non-Jewish
writer who wrote a book in the
Bible.
Who was the addressee of his gospel
(Luke 1:1-3)?
Theophilus, a distinguished gentile.
He also wrote the “Acts of the
Apostles” to him (Acts 1:1).
How did he get the information to write his
gospel (Luke 1:1-3)?
He researched diligently and he met
eyewitnesses.
Why did he write it (Luke 1:4)?
Because he wanted to strengthen
the faith of his audience.
5. In chapter 3, Luke mentions six contemporary dates
related to the ministry of John the Baptist, the forerunner
of Jesus. Thus, Luke places the story of Jesus in history—
real people, real times—in order to dismiss any idea of
mythology with his narrative. His readers must stand in
awe and wonder at the fact that Jesus is real and that
through Him God has invaded history with the “ ‘Savior,
who is Christ the Lord’ ” (Luke 2:11, NKJV).
Tiberio Cesar,
Roman Emperor
Poncio Pilato
Judea Gobernor
Rey Herodes
Galile Tetrarca
6. The gospel of Luke begins with the announcement of two
miraculous births. They were very similar and they were related
to one another. Let’s compare Luke 1:5-25 to Luke 1:26-38.
• His mother could not give birth. She
was too old.
• Gabriel announced his birth.
• The announcement caused
astonishment.
• Zechariah interrogated the angel with
doubt.
• Gabriel named the child.
• He would be great.
• He prepared the way for the Messiah.
• His mother could not give birth. She was
virgin.
• Gabriel announced his birth.
• The announcement caused
astonishment.
• Mary interrogated the angel with
faith.
• Gabriel named the child.
• He would be great.
• He was the Messiah, the Son of God.
7. “And he will turn many of the children of
Israel to the Lord their God. He will also go
before Him in the spirit and power of Elijah,
‘to turn the hearts of the fathers to the
children,’ and the disobedient to the wisdom
of the just, to make ready a people
prepared for the Lord.” (Luke 1:16-17)
A prophet arose again in Israel after 400
years of silence.
John’s main mission was to “make a people ready” to accept
the Messiah, their Savior.
8. How did Mary react to the
announcement of her motherhood?
She knew that was humanly
impossible, since she was virgin.
She accepted Gabriel’s words with
faith: “For with God nothing will be
impossible” (Luke 1:37). She
submitted to God’s will (Luke 1:38).
God has answers for all our doubts, no
matter how big they are. He can do
everything, even if it seems impossible
to our human reasoning.
“Then 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 bring forth a Son, and shall call His name
Jesus.’” (Luke 1:30-31)
9. “And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him
in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because
there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7)
Jesus isn’t a myth or a fictitious character. He is a real person
who lived in a moment in history. Luke introduced the historical
context of Jesus’ birth in Luke 2.
In 8 BC,
Augustus
Caesar took a
population
census in the
Roman Empire
(v. 1).
In order to
fulfill the
census,
everyone
should come
back to their
birthplace
(v. 3).
Joseph
(sometime
before 4 BC)
came back to
Bethlehem to
register (v. 4).
He took Mary
with him (v. 5).
Mary gave birth
to Jesus in
Bethlehem
(v. 6-7).
10. “Then the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good
tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this
day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.’” (Luke 2:10-11)
The announcement of the
angel to the pastors is full of
meaning for us:
1. “Great joy… will be to all
people.” The good news of the
Gospel is for everyone.
2. “There is born… a Savior.” Jesus
is the Savior of the world.
3. “who is CHRIST the Lord.” Jesus
is the Lord, the omnipotent God.
God consented to become man. He was born
in the most humble conditions.
“Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of
God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no
reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men.
And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became
obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.” (Philippians 2:5-8)
11. “And when eight days were completed for the circumcision of the Child, His name
was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before He was conceived in the
womb. Now when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses
were completed, they brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord.”
(Luke 2:21-22)
Joseph and Mary were faithful believers. They
followed the rules in “the law of Moses”:
a) Circumcising the child 8 days after his birth.
“And on the eighth day the flesh of his
foreskin shall be circumcised.”
(Leviticus 12:3).
b) Presenting the child before the Lord 40 days
after his birth.
“And if she is not able to bring a lamb, then
she may bring two turtledoves or two
young pigeons—one as a burnt offering and
the other as a sin offering. So the priest
shall make atonement for her, and she will
be clean.” (Leviticus 12:8).
12. Simeon took the child on his arms and
prophesied about Him in the temple. There
are important truths in his prophecy
(Luke 2:29-35)
1. Jesus brings Salvation: “my eyes have seen
Your salvation.” (v. 30)
2. Salvation comes from God: “Which You
have prepared.” (v. 31)
3. Salvation is for everyone: “A light to bring
revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of
Your people Israel.” (v. 32)
4. Salvation requires a decision: “this Child is
destined for the fall and rising of many in
Israel.” (v. 34)
5. The cross was part of the plan of salvation:
“a sword will pierce through your own
soul.” (v. 35)
“Lord, now You are letting Your servant
depart in peace, according to Your word; for
my eyes have seen Your salvation.”
(Luke 2:29-30)
13. “In contemplating the incarnation of Christ in
humanity, we stand baffled before an unfathomable
mystery, that the human mind cannot comprehend.
The more we reflect upon it, the more amazing does
it appear. How wide is the contrast between the
divinity of Christ and the helpless infant in
Bethlehem’s manger! How can we span the distance
between the mighty God and a helpless child? And
yet the Creator of worlds, He in whom was the
fullness of the Godhead bodily, was manifest in the
helpless babe in the manger. Far higher than any of
the angels, equal with the Father in dignity and
glory, and yet wearing the garb of humanity!
Divinity and humanity were mysteriously combined,
and man and God became one. It is in this union that
we find the hope of our fallen race.”
E.G.W. (Lift Him up, March 2)
14. Salvation is a gift in that we
can do nothing to earn it.
Yet, it can still be very costly
to those who claim it for
themselves.
What has following Christ
cost you, and why is that cost,
whatever it may be, cheap
enough?
REFLECTION
15. THE GOSPEL OF LUKE
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