This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on May 3rd, 2015. The sermon discusses the book of Habakkuk, in which the prophet Habakkuk questions God about the injustice and violence in his nation. The sermon notes how Habakkuk's questions are still relevant today. It outlines God's response in Habakkuk, where God promises to work in mysterious ways to answer prayer. The sermon draws parallels between Habakkuk's time and modern times, when nations face corruption, unrest, and evil forces like ISIS threatening violence.
The document provides an overview of the book of Habakkuk, which addresses the prophet Habakkuk wrestling with why God allows injustice and evil to prosper in the world. It summarizes that Habakkuk questions God's silence in response to his prayers about the problems around him. God answers that He is raising up the Chaldeans as punishment, which surprises and concerns Habakkuk further. The document aims to show how Habakkuk progresses from questioning to trusting God despite difficulties understanding His plans.
The document provides an overview and analysis of the biblical book of Habakkuk. It discusses how Habakkuk wrestled with questions of injustice and evil in the world. He questioned why God did not respond to violence and wrongdoing. God answers that He is raising up the Chaldeans/Babylonians as punishment. By the end of the book, Habakkuk moves from questioning God to embracing and trusting in Him, even during difficult times. The document examines Habakkuk's progression from worry to worship of God despite unanswered questions.
Dean Braxton had an experience where he died and went to heaven. When he first arrived before Jesus, Jesus told him "No, it is not your time. Go back." Dean went back to earth but had to pass through a thick darkness filled with demons on the way. The second time before Jesus, Dean was again told to go back, this time more firmly. Dean cried as he had to return to earth. The third time, Jesus told him sternly "NO, IT IS NOT YOUR TIME. GO BACK!" and Dean cried like a baby. At the time, Dean was experiencing severe pain in his side from kidney stones while at work. He decided to go home but collapsed on his way out.
This document provides an introduction to a book about three supernatural visitations the author received from God over the course of his ministry career. In each visitation, God gave the author keys and instructions to teach God's people how to overcome financial issues like famine, survive in survival mode, and overcome financial attacks. Each time the visitations were unexpected and caught the author off guard. After receiving revelation from God, the author was told to teach what he learned to others, which he did to great effect, seeing financial miracles and breakthroughs. The book will share in detail what the author received from God in each of the three visitations.
you-have-dominion-over-time Kirk And Brends RobinsonKaturi Susmitha
This document discusses the concept of time and how believers can exercise dominion over time through faith. It begins by defining time and noting that while time causes pressure for many, believers are meant to operate above time. It provides several biblical examples of figures like Jesus, Elisha, Hezekiah and Joshua manipulating time through faith - moving time forward to raise Lazarus, turning a famine around in a day, moving a sundial's shadow backward as a sign of healing, and commanding the sun to stand still for a battle. The key point is that through faith, believers can override time and its pressure, as time is a tool created by God to be under human dominion.
This document discusses the key of David vision that was revealed to Herbert W. Armstrong. It describes how Mr. Armstrong discovered new truths about prophecy but the Sardis era church he was associated with refused to accept or preach these revelations, even though the church leader acknowledged they were from God. This rejection caused that church to die spiritually. The key of David vision involves understanding that true Christians will help rule under Christ during His Kingdom, but it was an opportunity the Sardis church failed to seize.
This document discusses the power of confession and making the right confessions. It explains that confession is affirming what we believe from scripture and that Christianity is called "the Great Confession." The key points are:
1) We are to confess what God has done for us through redemption, what He has done in us, what we are to the Father, and what God can do through us.
2) Wrong confessions include confessing defeat, failure, Satan's power over us, or our doubts and weaknesses. These glorify the devil and destroy faith.
3) The right confessions affirm our perfection and healing through Christ's redemptive work, that we are new creations with God
This document summarizes a church service focused on celebrating Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses the biblical account of Jesus' resurrection in Luke 24:1-12 and 1 Corinthians 15:3-9. It emphasizes that the resurrection is the central truth of Christianity, without which faith in Christ would not exist. The document explores various evidences for the resurrection, including the establishment of the church, eyewitness accounts, and the transformation of Jesus' disciples from fearful men to bold witnesses. It stresses that belief in the resurrection is necessary for salvation. The event was commemorated through songs, sermons, and discussions of its implications and importance.
The document provides an overview of the book of Habakkuk, which addresses the prophet Habakkuk wrestling with why God allows injustice and evil to prosper in the world. It summarizes that Habakkuk questions God's silence in response to his prayers about the problems around him. God answers that He is raising up the Chaldeans as punishment, which surprises and concerns Habakkuk further. The document aims to show how Habakkuk progresses from questioning to trusting God despite difficulties understanding His plans.
The document provides an overview and analysis of the biblical book of Habakkuk. It discusses how Habakkuk wrestled with questions of injustice and evil in the world. He questioned why God did not respond to violence and wrongdoing. God answers that He is raising up the Chaldeans/Babylonians as punishment. By the end of the book, Habakkuk moves from questioning God to embracing and trusting in Him, even during difficult times. The document examines Habakkuk's progression from worry to worship of God despite unanswered questions.
Dean Braxton had an experience where he died and went to heaven. When he first arrived before Jesus, Jesus told him "No, it is not your time. Go back." Dean went back to earth but had to pass through a thick darkness filled with demons on the way. The second time before Jesus, Dean was again told to go back, this time more firmly. Dean cried as he had to return to earth. The third time, Jesus told him sternly "NO, IT IS NOT YOUR TIME. GO BACK!" and Dean cried like a baby. At the time, Dean was experiencing severe pain in his side from kidney stones while at work. He decided to go home but collapsed on his way out.
This document provides an introduction to a book about three supernatural visitations the author received from God over the course of his ministry career. In each visitation, God gave the author keys and instructions to teach God's people how to overcome financial issues like famine, survive in survival mode, and overcome financial attacks. Each time the visitations were unexpected and caught the author off guard. After receiving revelation from God, the author was told to teach what he learned to others, which he did to great effect, seeing financial miracles and breakthroughs. The book will share in detail what the author received from God in each of the three visitations.
you-have-dominion-over-time Kirk And Brends RobinsonKaturi Susmitha
This document discusses the concept of time and how believers can exercise dominion over time through faith. It begins by defining time and noting that while time causes pressure for many, believers are meant to operate above time. It provides several biblical examples of figures like Jesus, Elisha, Hezekiah and Joshua manipulating time through faith - moving time forward to raise Lazarus, turning a famine around in a day, moving a sundial's shadow backward as a sign of healing, and commanding the sun to stand still for a battle. The key point is that through faith, believers can override time and its pressure, as time is a tool created by God to be under human dominion.
This document discusses the key of David vision that was revealed to Herbert W. Armstrong. It describes how Mr. Armstrong discovered new truths about prophecy but the Sardis era church he was associated with refused to accept or preach these revelations, even though the church leader acknowledged they were from God. This rejection caused that church to die spiritually. The key of David vision involves understanding that true Christians will help rule under Christ during His Kingdom, but it was an opportunity the Sardis church failed to seize.
This document discusses the power of confession and making the right confessions. It explains that confession is affirming what we believe from scripture and that Christianity is called "the Great Confession." The key points are:
1) We are to confess what God has done for us through redemption, what He has done in us, what we are to the Father, and what God can do through us.
2) Wrong confessions include confessing defeat, failure, Satan's power over us, or our doubts and weaknesses. These glorify the devil and destroy faith.
3) The right confessions affirm our perfection and healing through Christ's redemptive work, that we are new creations with God
This document summarizes a church service focused on celebrating Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses the biblical account of Jesus' resurrection in Luke 24:1-12 and 1 Corinthians 15:3-9. It emphasizes that the resurrection is the central truth of Christianity, without which faith in Christ would not exist. The document explores various evidences for the resurrection, including the establishment of the church, eyewitness accounts, and the transformation of Jesus' disciples from fearful men to bold witnesses. It stresses that belief in the resurrection is necessary for salvation. The event was commemorated through songs, sermons, and discussions of its implications and importance.
This document introduces a prophecy given to the author in 1998 that extraordinary things would become the norm in their life beginning in 1999. The prophecy is meant to encourage believers to expect the extraordinary and uncommon in every area of their lives. The author defines what biblical prophecy is, emphasizes the importance of taking prophecy seriously and acting upon it, and discusses some principles for receiving prophecy, including standing in faith and believing for the fulfillment of prophecies even when circumstances appear contrary. The rest of the book will explore what it means to expect the extraordinary and how readers can position themselves to receive the extraordinary blessings and works of God in their own lives.
This chapter introduces the book of Revelation and provides context for the revelations that will be shared. It describes Revelation as a revelation from Jesus Christ about things that must soon take place. It is addressed to the seven churches of Asia and encourages the reader to heed the words, for those who do will be blessed. Key details are provided about Jesus, including his role as the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and ruler over kings. He is described as coming again in the clouds, and his identity as the Alpha and Omega is noted. The writer, John, was exiled on the island of Patmos when he received this revelation from Jesus Christ.
This document provides information about how to know the anointing of God. It discusses that the anointing of God was seen in Jesus' ministry, as he was empowered by the Holy Spirit to preach, heal, and perform miracles. It also states that believers can experience this same anointing by obeying God and being filled with the Holy Spirit. The document provides biblical examples of people in the Old and New Testaments who were anointed for specific purposes and ministries.
This document is a summary of a book by Derek Prince about forgiveness. It discusses the two directions of forgiveness represented by the cross - vertical forgiveness we receive from God, and horizontal forgiveness between people. It emphasizes that all have sinned and fallen short before God, so we all need God's forgiveness. The basis for forgiveness is what Jesus did on the cross - He took our sins and guilt upon Himself, satisfying God's justice. True forgiveness is received through faith in what Jesus accomplished, not by our own works or merits. When God forgives, He completely forgives.
This document provides an overview of Bill Subritzky's involvement in deliverance ministry and his views on spiritual warfare. It discusses how he came to focus on deliverance after witnessing transformations in people who received prayer. It also covers biblical teachings on the Holy Spirit dwelling within believers and Satan seeking to defile the temple of God. Additionally, it outlines the spiritual hierarchy of principalities and powers that Satan uses to influence nations, cities, and individuals.
This introduction provides context for the book by explaining that the author will be taken in visions to heaven and hell to witness things firsthand in order to provide detailed accounts. It references biblical examples of prophets like Ezekiel, John, and Paul being taken up spiritually by God to experience visions of the spiritual realm. The author has accepted God's commission through the Holy Spirit to record what she sees in heaven and hell for the purpose of this book. She does not claim the same level of authority or revelation as biblical prophets but believes God has a purpose for revealing more details about the afterlife at this time in history as the end times approach.
This document is an excerpt from Mike Murdock's book "7 Keys to One Thousand Times More". It discusses how Mike was inspired to write the book after hearing Oral Roberts preach on God wanting to increase people one thousand times more. It then discusses how the desire for increase is natural and comes from God, but Satan tries to distort this through lies. It aims to uncover keys to experiencing the increase God desires through wisdom from the Holy Spirit.
The document summarizes the sermon given at First Baptist Church on April 5th, 2015 about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses the key events from Luke 24:1-12 where Mary Magdalene and other women discover Jesus' tomb is empty. It emphasizes that the resurrection is the central truth of Christianity, as without it none of the other Gospel truths would matter. The sermon consulted various commentaries and quotes John MacArthur Jr. stating that "just as the heart pumps life-giving blood to every part of the body, so the truth of the resurrection gives life to every other area of Gospel truth."
This document is an introduction to a book about the author's experiences visiting heaven. It provides background on the author's life before becoming a Christian, including being raised Catholic but straying from faith in college. It then details how the author was selected for a special training course at his job where he was seated next to a Christian coworker, John Keen. Over the weeks, the author comes to see John is not strange as presumed but rather likable. The book is divided into chapters covering the author's life before faith, two visits to heaven, supernatural guidance, and rescue by an angel.
First Action, Then Manifestation
You have to have action, and then you get the manifestation. I just walked back over there as if I had all kinds of power, and started praying for them again. I had to fight devils with that bunch, though. They were all messed up in their minds.
I'm telling you, where demons and devils take over places, you have to watch yourself. They will do anything they can to you. Devils will pull every trick in the book to get to you. You can't trust any of them.Remember, Jesus said,Oh, faithless generation, how long shall I be with you, how long shall I suffer you? Bring him to me.
And they brought him unto him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming.
And he [Jesus] asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him." And he said, Of a child.
And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us.
And Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
Mark 9:19-23
CHRISTIAN SUPERNATURAL TEACHINGS, BIBLE CLASS LESSONS, GOSPELS BY LEADER OLUMBA OLUMBA OBU, THE SUPERNATURAL TEACHER AND SOLE SPIRITUAL HEAD, BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
This document provides a summary of Derek Prince's background and credentials for writing about marriage. It discusses how Prince was educated at Eton College and Cambridge University and pursued a career in philosophy before having a life-changing encounter with God. Prince then married Lydia in 1946 and raised a family with her for 30 years until her death. The document establishes that marriage is a mystery or secret that can be understood by meeting certain biblical conditions. It suggests the Bible holds the key to building a successful marriage.
The prophecy in Daniel 9 outlines a 70 week (490 year) timeline from the decree to rebuild Jerusalem until the final battle at Armageddon. Gabriel revealed to Daniel that there would be 7 weeks, 62 weeks, and 1 final week. Using biblical calendar years of 360 days, this equates to 483 years from the decree in 445 BC until Christ's death in AD 32, fulfilling the first 69 weeks. The final 7 year period is yet to be fulfilled and will begin with the Antichrist signing a peace treaty with Israel, breaking it after 3.5 years. This suggests the final 7 years could begin in 2026 with the battle of Armageddon in 2033. Understanding this prophecy is key to comprehending
This document provides a summary and bibliography for the book "Heaven and the Angels" by H.A. Baker. It includes an introduction by the author explaining that he previously had vague conceptions of heaven but that visions experienced by orphans in his care opened his eyes. The bibliography cites over 50 sources that influenced the book, including visions accounts in publications from the 1600s-1940s and personal letters and contacts. It aims to gather the best information on life after death from diverse sources to make heaven seem more real.
This document is an excerpt from Kenneth Copeland's book "Prosperity: The Choice Is Yours" which discusses the concept of prosperity from a biblical perspective. In the excerpt, Copeland argues that the gospel message includes prosperity, not just salvation, and that God desires his followers to prosper financially. He cites several bible passages to support this, including Jesus' message in Luke 4 about preaching the gospel to the poor. Copeland asserts that true prosperity comes from walking in truth and God's word, as the apostle John discusses in 3 John 2-4. The source of prosperity, according to Copeland, is living in obedience to biblical principles.
This document contains two books by Kathryn Kuhlman on living victoriously in Jesus and experiencing God's healing touch. The first part discusses the importance of prayer and having a relationship with God as our Heavenly Father through Jesus. It explains that prayer is more than just reciting words, but communicating from the heart with an all-powerful God who cares about every detail of our lives. The second part emphasizes that the only time we can live the Christian life is now, and that through complete surrender to Jesus, God provides victory over any circumstances through His grace and power.
This chapter introduces Ian McCormack, a young man from New Zealand who embarked on a surfing adventure called "The Big O.E." after finishing university. He traveled through Australia, Indonesia, and parts of Asia, exploring new places and cultures. Along the way, Ian questioned his Christian upbringing, as he had never personally experienced God. During his travels, Ian had some supernatural experiences that disturbed him. He began to observe the religious practices of others and question idol worship.
This document provides an abridged biography of Maria Woodworth-Etter, a 19th century Christian evangelist known for her ministry of signs and wonders. It summarizes her childhood growing up without parents in poverty, her early desire to know God at age 8, and her first attempt to convert at age 13 where she felt deeply moved by Jesus' love but did not fully convert. The introduction provides context on Woodworth-Etter's powerful and influential ministry pre-dating the Pentecostal movement and emphasis on healing, miracles, and spiritual gifts.
This document is a summary of chapter 1 from Jerry Savelle's book "Walking in Divine Favor". It discusses how we are all somebody special to God, having been crowned with glory and honor. It aims to build self-esteem by revealing our high value and favor in God's sight, despite any past failures or mistakes. We are loved objects of God's affection, and with this revelation, we can expect to walk in continual victory.
This document is a summary of the sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on October 11, 2015. The sermon discusses the biblical account in Genesis 11:1-9 of the Tower of Babel, where all the people of the earth spoke one language but decided to build a tower to make a name for themselves instead of scattering as God commanded. God responded by confusing their language so they could not understand each other, scattering them over the earth. The sermon examines the motives and rebellion of the people against God's plan through their actions at Babel. It also draws connections between the tower and the rise and fall of nations throughout history.
The document contains passages from the book of Habakkuk in the Bible where the prophet Habakkuk questions why God allows injustice in the world. It also contains quotes emphasizing having faith in God during difficult times and that God's ways are higher than human ways. The passages from Habakkuk describe a time when crops fail and animals provide no food, yet the prophet says he will still rejoice in God who gives him strength to endure hardship.
1) The prophet Habakkuk questions why God does not intervene to stop the injustice, violence, and strife plaguing Judah.
2) God responds that he will bring about something so astonishing that Habakkuk would not believe it - he will raise up the ruthless Babylonians to judge Judah.
3) Though troubled by God's response, Habakkuk affirms his enduring faith in and commitment to God, questioning why God allows the wicked to harm the righteous while maintaining God is eternal and just.
This document introduces a prophecy given to the author in 1998 that extraordinary things would become the norm in their life beginning in 1999. The prophecy is meant to encourage believers to expect the extraordinary and uncommon in every area of their lives. The author defines what biblical prophecy is, emphasizes the importance of taking prophecy seriously and acting upon it, and discusses some principles for receiving prophecy, including standing in faith and believing for the fulfillment of prophecies even when circumstances appear contrary. The rest of the book will explore what it means to expect the extraordinary and how readers can position themselves to receive the extraordinary blessings and works of God in their own lives.
This chapter introduces the book of Revelation and provides context for the revelations that will be shared. It describes Revelation as a revelation from Jesus Christ about things that must soon take place. It is addressed to the seven churches of Asia and encourages the reader to heed the words, for those who do will be blessed. Key details are provided about Jesus, including his role as the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and ruler over kings. He is described as coming again in the clouds, and his identity as the Alpha and Omega is noted. The writer, John, was exiled on the island of Patmos when he received this revelation from Jesus Christ.
This document provides information about how to know the anointing of God. It discusses that the anointing of God was seen in Jesus' ministry, as he was empowered by the Holy Spirit to preach, heal, and perform miracles. It also states that believers can experience this same anointing by obeying God and being filled with the Holy Spirit. The document provides biblical examples of people in the Old and New Testaments who were anointed for specific purposes and ministries.
This document is a summary of a book by Derek Prince about forgiveness. It discusses the two directions of forgiveness represented by the cross - vertical forgiveness we receive from God, and horizontal forgiveness between people. It emphasizes that all have sinned and fallen short before God, so we all need God's forgiveness. The basis for forgiveness is what Jesus did on the cross - He took our sins and guilt upon Himself, satisfying God's justice. True forgiveness is received through faith in what Jesus accomplished, not by our own works or merits. When God forgives, He completely forgives.
This document provides an overview of Bill Subritzky's involvement in deliverance ministry and his views on spiritual warfare. It discusses how he came to focus on deliverance after witnessing transformations in people who received prayer. It also covers biblical teachings on the Holy Spirit dwelling within believers and Satan seeking to defile the temple of God. Additionally, it outlines the spiritual hierarchy of principalities and powers that Satan uses to influence nations, cities, and individuals.
This introduction provides context for the book by explaining that the author will be taken in visions to heaven and hell to witness things firsthand in order to provide detailed accounts. It references biblical examples of prophets like Ezekiel, John, and Paul being taken up spiritually by God to experience visions of the spiritual realm. The author has accepted God's commission through the Holy Spirit to record what she sees in heaven and hell for the purpose of this book. She does not claim the same level of authority or revelation as biblical prophets but believes God has a purpose for revealing more details about the afterlife at this time in history as the end times approach.
This document is an excerpt from Mike Murdock's book "7 Keys to One Thousand Times More". It discusses how Mike was inspired to write the book after hearing Oral Roberts preach on God wanting to increase people one thousand times more. It then discusses how the desire for increase is natural and comes from God, but Satan tries to distort this through lies. It aims to uncover keys to experiencing the increase God desires through wisdom from the Holy Spirit.
The document summarizes the sermon given at First Baptist Church on April 5th, 2015 about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses the key events from Luke 24:1-12 where Mary Magdalene and other women discover Jesus' tomb is empty. It emphasizes that the resurrection is the central truth of Christianity, as without it none of the other Gospel truths would matter. The sermon consulted various commentaries and quotes John MacArthur Jr. stating that "just as the heart pumps life-giving blood to every part of the body, so the truth of the resurrection gives life to every other area of Gospel truth."
This document is an introduction to a book about the author's experiences visiting heaven. It provides background on the author's life before becoming a Christian, including being raised Catholic but straying from faith in college. It then details how the author was selected for a special training course at his job where he was seated next to a Christian coworker, John Keen. Over the weeks, the author comes to see John is not strange as presumed but rather likable. The book is divided into chapters covering the author's life before faith, two visits to heaven, supernatural guidance, and rescue by an angel.
First Action, Then Manifestation
You have to have action, and then you get the manifestation. I just walked back over there as if I had all kinds of power, and started praying for them again. I had to fight devils with that bunch, though. They were all messed up in their minds.
I'm telling you, where demons and devils take over places, you have to watch yourself. They will do anything they can to you. Devils will pull every trick in the book to get to you. You can't trust any of them.Remember, Jesus said,Oh, faithless generation, how long shall I be with you, how long shall I suffer you? Bring him to me.
And they brought him unto him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming.
And he [Jesus] asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him." And he said, Of a child.
And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us.
And Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
Mark 9:19-23
CHRISTIAN SUPERNATURAL TEACHINGS, BIBLE CLASS LESSONS, GOSPELS BY LEADER OLUMBA OLUMBA OBU, THE SUPERNATURAL TEACHER AND SOLE SPIRITUAL HEAD, BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
This document provides a summary of Derek Prince's background and credentials for writing about marriage. It discusses how Prince was educated at Eton College and Cambridge University and pursued a career in philosophy before having a life-changing encounter with God. Prince then married Lydia in 1946 and raised a family with her for 30 years until her death. The document establishes that marriage is a mystery or secret that can be understood by meeting certain biblical conditions. It suggests the Bible holds the key to building a successful marriage.
The prophecy in Daniel 9 outlines a 70 week (490 year) timeline from the decree to rebuild Jerusalem until the final battle at Armageddon. Gabriel revealed to Daniel that there would be 7 weeks, 62 weeks, and 1 final week. Using biblical calendar years of 360 days, this equates to 483 years from the decree in 445 BC until Christ's death in AD 32, fulfilling the first 69 weeks. The final 7 year period is yet to be fulfilled and will begin with the Antichrist signing a peace treaty with Israel, breaking it after 3.5 years. This suggests the final 7 years could begin in 2026 with the battle of Armageddon in 2033. Understanding this prophecy is key to comprehending
This document provides a summary and bibliography for the book "Heaven and the Angels" by H.A. Baker. It includes an introduction by the author explaining that he previously had vague conceptions of heaven but that visions experienced by orphans in his care opened his eyes. The bibliography cites over 50 sources that influenced the book, including visions accounts in publications from the 1600s-1940s and personal letters and contacts. It aims to gather the best information on life after death from diverse sources to make heaven seem more real.
This document is an excerpt from Kenneth Copeland's book "Prosperity: The Choice Is Yours" which discusses the concept of prosperity from a biblical perspective. In the excerpt, Copeland argues that the gospel message includes prosperity, not just salvation, and that God desires his followers to prosper financially. He cites several bible passages to support this, including Jesus' message in Luke 4 about preaching the gospel to the poor. Copeland asserts that true prosperity comes from walking in truth and God's word, as the apostle John discusses in 3 John 2-4. The source of prosperity, according to Copeland, is living in obedience to biblical principles.
This document contains two books by Kathryn Kuhlman on living victoriously in Jesus and experiencing God's healing touch. The first part discusses the importance of prayer and having a relationship with God as our Heavenly Father through Jesus. It explains that prayer is more than just reciting words, but communicating from the heart with an all-powerful God who cares about every detail of our lives. The second part emphasizes that the only time we can live the Christian life is now, and that through complete surrender to Jesus, God provides victory over any circumstances through His grace and power.
This chapter introduces Ian McCormack, a young man from New Zealand who embarked on a surfing adventure called "The Big O.E." after finishing university. He traveled through Australia, Indonesia, and parts of Asia, exploring new places and cultures. Along the way, Ian questioned his Christian upbringing, as he had never personally experienced God. During his travels, Ian had some supernatural experiences that disturbed him. He began to observe the religious practices of others and question idol worship.
This document provides an abridged biography of Maria Woodworth-Etter, a 19th century Christian evangelist known for her ministry of signs and wonders. It summarizes her childhood growing up without parents in poverty, her early desire to know God at age 8, and her first attempt to convert at age 13 where she felt deeply moved by Jesus' love but did not fully convert. The introduction provides context on Woodworth-Etter's powerful and influential ministry pre-dating the Pentecostal movement and emphasis on healing, miracles, and spiritual gifts.
This document is a summary of chapter 1 from Jerry Savelle's book "Walking in Divine Favor". It discusses how we are all somebody special to God, having been crowned with glory and honor. It aims to build self-esteem by revealing our high value and favor in God's sight, despite any past failures or mistakes. We are loved objects of God's affection, and with this revelation, we can expect to walk in continual victory.
This document is a summary of the sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on October 11, 2015. The sermon discusses the biblical account in Genesis 11:1-9 of the Tower of Babel, where all the people of the earth spoke one language but decided to build a tower to make a name for themselves instead of scattering as God commanded. God responded by confusing their language so they could not understand each other, scattering them over the earth. The sermon examines the motives and rebellion of the people against God's plan through their actions at Babel. It also draws connections between the tower and the rise and fall of nations throughout history.
The document contains passages from the book of Habakkuk in the Bible where the prophet Habakkuk questions why God allows injustice in the world. It also contains quotes emphasizing having faith in God during difficult times and that God's ways are higher than human ways. The passages from Habakkuk describe a time when crops fail and animals provide no food, yet the prophet says he will still rejoice in God who gives him strength to endure hardship.
1) The prophet Habakkuk questions why God does not intervene to stop the injustice, violence, and strife plaguing Judah.
2) God responds that he will bring about something so astonishing that Habakkuk would not believe it - he will raise up the ruthless Babylonians to judge Judah.
3) Though troubled by God's response, Habakkuk affirms his enduring faith in and commitment to God, questioning why God allows the wicked to harm the righteous while maintaining God is eternal and just.
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The document provides commentary on the book of Habakkuk from the Bible. It discusses how Habakkuk wrestled with why God allows injustice and violence in the world. The commentary notes that God's answer to Habakkuk was that He would work through the Chaldeans to judge injustice, though this was not what Habakkuk expected. The document aims to show that Habakkuk's struggle remains relevant today as people still question why God allows suffering.
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Every time we overcome an obstacle, a bad habit, an addiction, we please God. He is committed to be with you every time you pass through the waters and through fire…GOD WANTS YOU TO GROW UP
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Chinese people often say that it is necessary to cultivate one’s body and one’s family to govern the country , then, conquer the world. But is that so in the kingdom of God? If so, then what should be different? Why does God say that you are a friend of the world and that you are an enemy of me? So a concept that seems easy to understand is a trap that is easy to fall into. So when we apply it to the church, how should we do it, then what is the standard, whether we will be deceived by the surface illusion, and did not choose disciples who fit God’s will to manage the church
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on May 17, 2015. The sermon focuses on Malachi 1:1-11 and discusses how this passage ties together the end of the Old Testament with the beginning of the New Testament. It highlights how Malachi was the last prophet to speak to Israel before 400 years of silence, and how his prophecy of a messenger preparing the way for God was fulfilled by John the Baptist preparing for Jesus. The sermon analyzes Israel's response to God saying He loves them, and God's reminder that He loved Jacob but hated Esau from the beginning to show His enduring love for Israel.
The author describes growing up in London and feeling drawn to spiritual things from a young age, finding school lessons boring in comparison. He experienced visions and revelations from God that gave him understanding of spiritual concepts beyond his earthly training. The author came to have an intimate relationship with God through visitations to Heaven where he received teachings directly from the Holy Spirit.
Help draws Christian out of the filthy Slough of Despond and places him on solid ground. The slough represents the "scum and filth" of doubts, fears and unbelief that accompany conviction of sin. It can lead one either forward with God's help, in retreat like Pliable, or further down. While the slough cannot be permanently fixed, God sustains believers through struggles with His promises of grace.
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Welcome to Beyond the Veil Prophetic Ministries! This is an audio message that was preached by Prophet Ronald H Flowers called, "The Glorious Church." This message is a words of encouragement to the Body of Christ that God will cause the Church to be triumphant! As well, this message audio message was translated into text for our listening audience in booklet form. We pray this is a blessing to you today!
This document provides a summary of Malachi chapters 3 and 4 from the Bible. It discusses the coming messenger who will prepare the way for God and purify God's people. It describes how God requires his people to bring full tithes and offerings. The people complain about serving God, but God says he will protect those who fear him. Chapter 4 predicts the coming day of the Lord that will burn like an oven for the wicked. It says Elijah will come first to turn people's hearts back to God. The document also provides background information on pastor John Piper and the title and scripture reference for one of his sermons on Malachi 4:1-3 about the rising sun of righteousness.
This document provides a summary of the CHEC Homeschool Update newsletter. It discusses upcoming events being held by CHEC, including the Day at the Capitol and the Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference. It also features several articles on homeschooling topics such as tools for homeschooling, serving the Lord together as a family, encouragement for struggling learners, and balancing homework. The newsletter aims to provide resources and community for homeschooling families.
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The document discusses how the disciples failed to cast out a certain demon despite having authority from Jesus to perform miracles. It says they lacked faith and did not fast, which is necessary for some demons. Fasting raises one's spiritual authority and causes God's glory and presence to act as a shield. The after-effects of fasting include healing, righteousness, God's guidance, and strength to continue building up generations. Fasting uproots and destroys evil influences to make way for new growth.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi about the book of Malachi in the Old Testament. It discusses how Malachi condemned the unfaithful priesthood in Israel for false teachings and a lack of moral leadership. This led to a breakdown of marriage and society. The document draws parallels to issues in the modern church like the decline in moral teachings and the rise of false doctrines. Statistics are presented showing a decline in Christianity in America. The sermon warns that apostasy and false teachings are signs of the end times mentioned in the Bible. It encourages believers to ground themselves in biblical truth and avoid false teachers.
This document is a weekly newsletter from the Woodinville Community United Methodist Church (WCUMC) providing information for the week of November 1, 2015. It discusses the sermon topic of faithfulness and saints, provides recaps of bible passages about faith from Hebrews and Revelation, and announces upcoming church events such as bible study groups, choir practice, and fundraising efforts for a new furnace. It also provides a financial update and details on how to give contributions online.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on May 24, 2015. The sermon discusses the book of Malachi, focusing on chapters 2:1-16, which condemn the unfaithful priesthood of Israel for false teachings. It draws parallels to today's society which has seen increasing apostasy in the church through teachings contrary to scripture. Survey findings are presented showing a decline in Christianity in America. The sermon warns that apostasy can occur subtly and urges believers to ground themselves in scriptural truth to avoid being deceived. It encourages recognizing false teachers by what they say about Jesus and God's character. The sermon aims to give hope by explaining the gospel
This document provides context about the time of Malachi and his ministry in 5th century BC Jerusalem after the Israelites returned from exile. It then examines Malachi 1:6-14, in which God questions why the priests are not honoring him when they present defective animal sacrifices. The document analyzes this passage and discusses how believers should honor God with their hearts, offerings, and service rather than growing weary of ministry or treating God with contempt. It emphasizes that God's name will be great among the nations as prophesied in Malachi 1:11 and Revelation 7:9.
The document discusses the need for reformation in the church. It notes that many who claim to be Christians actually hold unbiblical beliefs, and that the influence of the secular world has led many churchgoers astray from biblical teachings. It argues that a shallow, simplified gospel message and lack of commitment to obedience, discipleship and spiritual growth have failed to produce true spiritual life. The document calls for Christians to deepen their biblical understanding and not settle for superficial faith.
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The document describes a church service at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church with services at 8:15 am and 10:45 am. It then shares several passages from the Bible, including a story from the book of John about Jesus healing a man at the pool of Bethesda who had been ill for 38 years. The document closes with reflections on wealth and generosity, encouraging readers to adopt a "basket mindset" of giving rather than a "bag mindset" of always taking.
This document discusses the symbolism of the church of Laodicea representing the spiritual condition of God's people from 1844 to the close of probation. It describes Laodicea as being under judgment due to being lukewarm, self-satisfied, and in need of spiritual revival. Key points include that judgment occurred only in the most holy place of the heavenly sanctuary, and that the restoration of God's sanctuary and people coincides with the cleansing of sin and restoration to Christ's image. It calls God's people to open their hearts to Christ's invitation to buy from Him the gold of faith, white raiment of righteousness, and eyesalve of spiritual discernment.
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The document discusses prophecies from Isaiah about God restoring the heavens and earth and creating a new Jerusalem without weeping or crying. It then discusses passages from the New Testament about how believers should live in light of these prophecies, looking forward to Christ's appearing and purifying themselves. The document also provides summaries about the characteristics and features of Christ's future millennial kingdom based on passages from Isaiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation.
The document discusses the future reign of Christ on earth based on passages from Isaiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, and Revelation. It describes the main features of the future millennial kingdom as an earthly kingdom where Christ will reign for 1000 years after His second coming. Resurrected saints from all ages will reign with Christ on earth and assist in His rule. The kingdom will be a time of peace and prosperity without evil or harm.
This passage from Isaiah 58 discusses God's condemnation of empty worship rituals among his people that are not accompanied by righteous living and care for the oppressed. God explains that true worship requires loosening bonds of wickedness, sharing with the hungry, and clothing the naked. The prophet Isaiah lived during a time of rebuilding after the exile when the temple had been reconstructed but the city walls remained in ruins. God promises blessings of light, guidance, strength, and renewal for those who repent from sin and pursue justice. The sermon references other passages emphasizing that God desires mercy over sacrifice and that true salvation will come through God himself acting as righteous judge and redeemer through the coming Messiah.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Isaiah 58:1-12. It examines God's condemnation of hypocritical worship among his people, who were going through the motions of fasting and prayer but without true repentance or care for the oppressed. God explains that true worship requires acts of justice, mercy, and humility. The document places this passage in historical context during the post-exilic period when the temple had been rebuilt but Jerusalem's walls remained in disrepair. It concludes by connecting Isaiah's prophecy to the ultimate salvation God provides through Jesus Christ.
1) The document discusses Isaiah 53, which prophesies the coming of Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity.
2) It analyzes various verses from Isaiah 53 that describe Jesus' humble upbringing, rejection, suffering, and death on the cross in fulfillment of these prophecies.
3) The author argues that the chapter paints a clear picture of Jesus and his redemptive work, though some Jewish people did not accept that it referred to him.
This document provides an analysis and commentary on Isaiah 53:1-12. It discusses how this passage prophesies Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity. Some key points made include: Jewish people historically did not believe Isaiah 53 referred to Jesus as they were expecting a conquering messiah; the passage depicts the servant as having no beauty or majesty and being despised and rejected; it describes how he would bear our sorrows and be wounded for our transgressions so that through his suffering we can be healed. The document analyzes various verses in depth to draw connections between the prophecy and Jesus' life and crucifixion.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 49:1-13. It summarizes that:
1) The passage promises comfort for God's people and the coming of a Messiah who will be a servant and bring salvation to all nations.
2) Jesus fulfills the prophecies as the suffering servant who is called and named by God from birth to be a light to the Gentiles.
3) The passage prophesies that the servant will be rejected but later worshipped, establish a new covenant, and guide God's people to salvation.
1) The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 49:1-13 from a Sunday school lesson. It examines how this passage prophesies comfort for God's people through a coming servant Messiah and how Jesus fulfills this prophecy.
2) Key points include how Isaiah 49 promises a Messiah who will bring salvation for Israel and all nations, depicted as a servant who is named and empowered by God.
3) The document analyzes how Jesus fulfills this prophecy by being God's chosen servant who is rejected by men but brings salvation, being made a light to the Gentiles and worshipped by all through his death and resurrection.
This document contains the summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses Isaiah 46:3-13, focusing on God's care for his people and how he alone is worthy of worship unlike idols. It includes quotes from the Bible passage and hymns like "His Eye is on the Sparrow" to illustrate the theme that God watches over and protects believers.
This document provides a summary of a Sunday school class discussion on putting God first in all things and trusting in His care. It includes summaries of Bible passages from Isaiah, Psalms, and Matthew discussing not worshipping idols and trusting that God watches over His people. The hymn "His Eye is on the Sparrow" is analyzed, inspired by verses on God caring for even sparrows. The class discussed how tragedies can humble us and that God saves those who recognize their need.
God instructs Isaiah to comfort God's people with three messages: 1) God is sovereign and in control, even during difficult times. 2) God will fulfill his purposes, such as forgiving Israel and sending a Redeemer. 3) God will sustain his people, though all humanity is transitory except God's eternal word. The prophecy looks forward to Israel's restoration after the coming exile.
The document provides an overview of a Sunday school lesson on Isaiah 40. It discusses the historical context during Isaiah's time, the message of comfort God instructed Isaiah to provide to Judah facing exile, and how this message still applies today. The lesson focuses on how Isaiah conveyed that God is sovereign, will fulfill his purposes, and sustain his people. It also provides biblical references on God's comfort and plan of salvation through Jesus Christ.
The document provides an overview and summary of Isaiah 34-39 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses the historical context involving King Hezekiah of Judah rebelling against Assyria, the confrontation with Rabshakeh representing Sennacherib, Hezekiah's prayer to God, and God's response promising to defend Jerusalem for his own sake and for David. Key themes are God hearing and answering prayer, defeating the enemies of his people, and bringing hope and salvation.
The document provides a summary of Isaiah 34-39 from a Sunday School class. It discusses the historical context involving King Hezekiah of Judah rebelling against the Assyrian king Sennacherib in 701 BC. It describes the Rabshakeh threatening Jerusalem on behalf of Sennacherib, and Hezekiah praying to God for deliverance. God responds through Isaiah, promising to deliver Jerusalem and put a spirit in Sennacherib so he returns to his own land.
Isaiah 31 discusses God's promise to protect Israel and Judah if they trust in Him rather than forming alliances with other nations like Egypt. It warns that those who seek protection from Egypt will be put to shame, as the Egyptians are merely mortal while God is all-powerful. The chapter promises that God will come down to defend Jerusalem from Assyria, represented as a lion, and will shield and deliver His people. It calls the Israelites to repent and return to God to receive His protection.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 31. It summarizes that the chapter warns Israel and Judah against forming an alliance with Egypt and relying on Egyptian horses and chariots for protection against Assyria. While Egypt can provide military strength, God promises to protect Jerusalem himself. The chapter exhorts the people to repent from idolatry and return to trusting God for their defense. It prophesies that Assyria will fall not by human hands but by the sword of God in response to their threats against Judah.
God will judge the earth and its inhabitants for their sins and breaking God's covenant. This judgement is described in Isaiah 24-27 and referred to as Isaiah's Apocalypse. However, God also has a plan for salvation and will deliver the remnant of people from the ends of the earth who worship him. Ultimately, God will reign eternally in Jerusalem and provide salvation for all people through his son Jesus Christ.
God will judge the earth and its inhabitants for their sin and breaking of His covenant. Isaiah 24-27 discusses this coming judgement, including how God will devastate the earth and punish both earthly kings and the hosts of heaven. However, it also promises ultimate salvation and a banquet for all people on God's holy mountain when He defeats death. The passage encourages believers that though judgement is coming, God has a plan for hope and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Isaiah 23:1-18. It discusses Tyre's historical relationship with Israel as an important Phoenician seaport city. God prophesied Tyre's destruction through Nebuchadnezzar and Alexander the Great because of the city's pride. The prophecy warns that no place, including Cyprus, will provide rest for Tyre's inhabitants. It also foretells that Tyre will be forgotten for 70 years but trade will slowly resume. The document applies lessons about God's sovereignty over nations and his hatred of pride.
The document provides commentary on Isaiah 23, which prophesies the destruction of the Phoenician city of Tyre. It discusses Tyre's history and relationship with Israel, highlighting its pride and role in commerce and idolatry. The commentary explains how Tyre was destroyed multiple times according to prophecies by Isaiah and Ezekiel, and applies lessons about God's sovereignty over nations.
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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The Book of Ruth is included in the third division, or the Writings, of the Hebrew Bible. In most Christian canons it is treated as one of the historical books and placed between Judges and 1 Samuel.
4. 1 Corinthians 10:31 NKJV
31 Therefore, whether you eat or drink,
or whatever you do, do all to the glory
of God.
5. May Memory Verse:
2 Corinthians 9:7 NIV
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.
14. Born inTemvik, North Dakota, Ray's
mother, Mabel, was asthmatic and
developed a heart condition, his father
abandoned the family and after the age of
six Ray lived with his aunt. He enlisted in
the Navy in 1943. In 1950 Ray graduated
from DallasTheological Seminary, where
he befriended Howard Hendricks.
15. He then worked alongside J.Vernon
McGee and accepted the call to serve on
the staff of Peninsula Bible Church in Palo
Alto, California where his leadership was
to last forty years. Ray's views on
leadership diverged greatly from some in
the pastorate as Ray believed that
consensus was key.
16. Leadership at Peninsula Bible Church was
and is derived by 12-16 Elders of the
church.When they met to discuss the
welfare of the church, decisions required
unanimity for they believed “the mind of
Christ was one.” His gentle personality
allowed all those who met him to feel
instantly at ease.
17. He once remarked "I have several daughters, a
wife and a mother-in-law who all live in my
house. I'm glad that I at least have a mailbox
outside." Pastor Stedman's generosity of spirit
was demonstrated through his pastoral intern
program where future Christian leaders grew in
their stewardship and leadership skills. Among
his interns were Chuck Swindoll and Luis Palau.
18. Are you needing some comfort along
about now?
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19. The name Habakkuk means "embracer,"
not in the romantic sense, but in a
comforting sense and Habakkuk is a great
book of comfort.
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22. Habakkuk wrestled with and
eventually learned the answer to that
question-thus becoming a comforter
and embracer of his people in their
distress-it is exactly the same problem
that you and I wrestle with today.
25. He lived when there was great national
corruption and distress, when the nation
and land was filled with violence, with
hatred, and with outbreaks of evil.
His distress is reflected in the opening
phrases of the book (chapter 1, verses 1-
4):
26. Habakkuk 1:1-4 NKJV
1The burden which the prophet Habakkuk saw.
The Prophet’s Question
2 O LORD, how long shall I cry,
AndYou will not hear?
Even cry out toYou, “Violence!”
AndYou will not save.
27. 3 Why doYou show me iniquity,
And cause me to see trouble?
For plundering and violence are before me;
There is strife, and contention arises.
4 Therefore the law is powerless,
And justice never goes forth.
For the wicked surround the righteous;
Therefore perverse judgment proceeds.
Habakkuk 1:1-4 NKJV
28. Doesn't that sound like today?
Why, Habakkuk says, does he have to cry
"Violence!" and hear no answer?
Here is the great problem of unanswered
prayer.
Here is a man who is disturbed about his nation.
29. He sees everything going wrong.
The people are living in wickedness; there
is unrest, violence, injustice and
oppression throughout the land and those
who have the responsibility to correct this
do nothing about it.
31. He is a man of God and he knows that
the thing to do with a problem is to take
it to God-and he has been doing that.
• He has been praying about his
problem but he does not get any
answer.
32. So his perplexed heart in
bewilderment cries out, "Lord, how
long do I have to keep this up, crying
out to you like this?
You do nothing about it.
35. “Do Something”
By MatthewWest
I woke up this morning
Saw a world full of trouble now
Thought, how’d we ever get so far down
How’s it ever gonna turn around
36. So I turned my eyes to Heaven
I thought, “God, why don’tYou do
something?”
Well, I just couldn’t bear the thought of
people living in poverty
Children sold into slavery
The thought disgusted me
37. So, I shook my fist at Heaven
Said, “God, why don’tYou do something?”
He said, “I did, I created you”
If not us, then who
If not me and you
38. Right now, it’s time for us to do something
If not now, then when
Will we see an end
To all this pain
It’s not enough to do nothing
It’s time for us to do something
39. Habakkuk said, “I have been watching for
a change, watching for an outbreak of
revival, watching for something to
happen, yet nothing happens. How long
must I continue?"
40. Do you feel that way?
• Look around at our nation and you can
see everything breaking up, the shaking
of long-standing foundations, people
turning away from the faith and
questioning things they never
questioned before.
42. Have you been praying for loved ones,
wanting to see God change them and
reach their lives, and nothing happens?
• This is the problem of unanswered
prayer, it is a great problem and it
perplexes the prophet.
43. But now God answers Habakkuk and
the amazing thing about this
prophecy is that it is not addressed to
the people at all.
Rather, this is a dialogue between a
man and God.
44. That is why it is so up-to-date.
Every one of us is named Habakkuk
and each of us faces this problem
from time to time.
God answers (verse 5):
45. Habakkuk 1:5 NKJV
The LORD’s Reply
5 “Look among the nations and watch—
Be utterly astounded!
For I will work a work in your days
Which you would not believe, though it
were told you.
46. In other words, God says,
"I have been answering your prayer, Habakkuk.You
accuse Me of silence, but I have not been silent.You
just do not know how to recognize My answer. I
have been answering but the answer is so different
from what you expect that you will not even
recognize it or believe it when I tell you. But let me
tell you what it is."
Then God goes on (verses 6-11)
47. Habakkuk 1:6-11 NKJV
6 For indeed I am raising up the Chaldeans
(calDEEuhns),
A bitter and hasty nation
Which marches through the breadth of the
earth,
To possess dwelling places that are not
theirs.
48. 7 They are terrible and dreadful;
Their judgment and their dignity proceed
from themselves.
8 Their horses also are swifter than leopards,
And more fierce than evening wolves.
Their chargers charge ahead;
Their cavalry comes from afar;
They fly as the eagle that hastens to eat.
49. 9 “They all come for violence;
Their faces are set like the east wind.
They gather captives like sand.
10 They scoff at kings,
And princes are scorned by them.
They deride every stronghold,
For they heap up earthen mounds and
seize it.
50. 11 Then his mind changes, and he
transgresses;
He commits offense,
Ascribing this power to his god.”
Habakkuk 1:6-11 NKJV
53. After seizing the city of Mosul, ISIS spray-
painted the symbol for "Nazarene" on the
homes of Christians.
Families had 24 hours to convert to Islam,
leave the city or face execution.
55. Christians leaving the city had their
possessions confiscated at security
checkpoints and were forced to leave with
nothing.
56. Here in Habakkuk chapter 1 is God's
answer to the prophet's problem:
God says that He is preparing to raise up
this nation of the Chaldeans.
57. Now at the time Habakkuk wrote, the
Chaldeans were not an important people
(they were thought of as “JuniorVarsity”).
Another name for Chaldeans is the
Babylonians.
58. These names are used interchangeably in
the OldTestament but at the time the
prophet wrote, the great nation that
frightened all the other nations and ruled
as the great tyrant of the world of that day
was the Assyrian nation.
59. But here is a little nation that is beginning
to rise up in world history and God says to
the prophet, "I am behind this.These
people are a very strange people.They are
bitter, hostile, ruthless and cold-blooded.
60. They are going to be as powerful as any
nation on earth has ever been and they
will sweep through lands conquering
everything, and it will look as though
nothing can stop them.
These people will not have any god at the
center of their life.
61. They believe that their own might is their
god, and they trust in their own strength. I
am behind the rise of this people, and this
is the answer to your prayer."
62. Now that is a little astounding, isn't it?
• Evidently Habakkuk did not know what
to make of this.
• There is a moment of silence here and
then he begins to reflect.
• If he thought he had a problem to start
with, he really has one now.
64. This is what bothers many people as they
look at what is happening in the world.
• Why does God allow things to happen
the way they do?
• Why does He permit such terrible
events to occur in human history?
65. Many people wonder:
"How can a just and loving God allow
men to suffer? Why would God
create us and then allow disease and
starvation and all those other terrible
things?"
66. They are saying, "How can this be?What
kind of a universe do we live in?"
Some come to the conclusion that there is
no God and it is no use thinking there is one.
They casually say that chance put this all
together.
67. The reason they say this is because of the
apparent inactivity of God.
• That is one of the mysterious things
about God.
• The poet,William Cowper, said, "God
moves in a mysterious way His
wonders to perform."
68. And the ways of God are full of mystery to
us.
We have to recognize that there are times
when we just cannot understand how God
is moving.
70. In our opinions He is always doing things
the wrong way, and picking up the wrong
people and operating in the most
surprising fashion but one of the things
that you learn about God after you live
with Him for a while is that He is always
doing the unexpected.
72. Now that was the problem that
afflicted Habakkuk.
He was puzzled by this strange silence
and then when he heard how God was
moving, he could not understand that
either.
73. Isaiah 55:8-9 NKJV
8 “For My thoughts are not your thoughts,
Nor are your ways My ways,” says the
LORD.
9 “For as the heavens are higher than the
earth,
So are My ways higher than your ways,
And My thoughts than your thoughts.
74. But now he does a very wise thing and
the next section of this book is a most
important passage because it tells us
how to handle this kind of a problem.
• What do you do when you are
confronted with this sort of a
threat to your faith?
75. When you see what looks like inaction on
God's part and then maybe you see that
He is acting, but in a way that seems
utterly unbelievable, what do you do?
76. One of the great needs in our Christian life
is to understand the method of
approaching problems like this.
And the method can be outlined very
simply.
77. There are four very simple steps and
as we go on you will see how the
prophet follows them through.
First of all, stop and think - do not
react emotionally to the problem.
78. Do not let panic grip you, or some terrible
fear come over you.
Stop and think.
Think about what?
79. Second, restate to yourself the basic
things you know about God.
Do not try to solve the problem
immediately.
80. Back away from it and begin with God.
Go back to what you know about God and
His character as it has been revealed to
you in revelation and by experience.
81. Then, take what you know about the character
of God and bring it to bear on the problem.
That is the third step.
Finally, if you have not come to an answer,
leave the rest with faith in God and ask Him to
show it to you.
82. That is the way.
Notice how the prophet does this.
First, he starts thinking about God (verse
12):
83. Habakkuk 1:12 NKJV
12 AreYou not from everlasting,
O LORD my God, my Holy One?
We shall not die.
O LORD,You have appointed them for
judgment;
O Rock,You have marked them for
correction.
84. Habakkuk has reminded himself of some
great things in that statement,
12 AreYou not from everlasting,
The first thing that he thinks about is that
the God he knows is an everlasting God.
85. God sits above history - He is greater
than any span of human events.
He created history.
He preceded the beginning; He lasts
beyond the end.
87. When these Chaldeans come, they
will trust in their own might as their
god.
"Oh, yes," Habakkuk says, "but my
God is not like that. My God is not one
of these localized tribal deities.
89. Second, the prophet reminds himself that
God is the self-existent One because he
uses a very special name for God.
He says,
12 AreYou not from everlasting,
O LORD my God,
90. When the word “LORD” is all in capital
letters as it is here, it is a translation of
the Hebrew word for Jehovah which
means "I am that I am."
The great name that God revealed to
Moses when he was in Egypt.
91. At that time He said to him, "Go down
to Egypt and tell Pharaoh that 'I am
that I am' sent you."
(Exodus 3:14)
Do you know why Habakkuk
reminded himself of this?
92. Because there were people in his day
going around saying that God was
dead (I am, not I was) just as there
always are.
There is nothing new.
93. While people went around saying that God
was dead, Habakkuk went right back to
what he had learned about God.
• God is self-existent and cannot die.
• It is impossible for a self-existent
person to die.
• "I am that I am."
94. Third, Habakkuk reminds himself of
the holiness of God.
12 AreYou not from everlasting,
O LORD my God, my Holy One?
95. Now what does holiness mean?
Does it mean that He is some sort of a
fearsome being and that we had
better be careful not to get too close
to Him because He is holy?
96. No, holiness is wholeness,
completeness; it is being a whole
person.
It means essentially that God is
consistent with Himself, that He is
always what He is.
97. He is never anything different, never a
phony.
He never pretends or puts on.
That is holiness.
98. You can find this reflected all through
the Scriptures-the unchangeability of
God
The writer of Hebrews (Hebrews
1:10-12) says,
99. Hebrews 1:10-12 NKJV
10 And:
“You, LORD, in the beginning laid the
foundation of the earth,
And the heavens are the work ofYour
hands.
11 They will perish, butYou remain;
And they will all grow old like a garment;
100. 12 Like a cloakYou will fold them up,
And they will be changed.
ButYou are the same,
AndYour years will not fail.”
Hebrews 1:10-12 NKJV
101. Hebrews 13:8 NKJV
8 “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday,
today, and forever.”
Hebrews 13:8 NKJV
With Him there is no shadow of turning,
no changeability at all.
102. After the prophet reminds himself of this,
he immediately adds these words, "We
shall not die."
• What does he mean?
• He is thinking of the fact that God has
made a covenant with Abraham.
103. God promised Abraham that He
would raise up a nation that would
forever be His people and that He
would never allow them to be
eliminated from the earth.
104. The prophet is reminding himself of
that, in the face of this fearsome
threat.
The Chaldeans are going to come
rolling across this land.
105. He will see his own beloved Jerusalem
ravished and captured and his people led
away into captivity.
• But there is the reminder that God is
not going to let the worst happen.
• They will not die.
• They will not be eliminated.
107. So the prophet comes now to a
conclusion that settles at least the
first part of his problem.
He says (verse 12):
108. Habakkuk 1:12 NKJV
12 AreYou not from everlasting,
O LORD my God, my Holy One?
We shall not die.
O LORD,You have appointed them for
judgment;
O Rock,You have marked them for
correction.
109. "Now I understand whyYou are raising up
the Chaldeans; it isYour way of waking my
people up to their folly, to their awful
stupidity in turning away fromYou.They
think they can live withoutYou, and yet
how many times haveYou sent prophets
to them, pleading, begging and reminding
them ofYour word?
110. You have poured out blessing after
blessing upon them, and still they go on in
their senseless folly, taking it all for
granted, thinking they can go on living
withoutYou. Now I see whatYou are
doing.
112. Hebrews 12:5-6NKJV
5 And you have forgotten the exhortation which
speaks to you as to sons:
“My son, do not despise the chastening of the
LORD,
Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by
Him;
6 For whom the LORD loves He chastens,
And scourges every son whom He receives.”
113. Is there any question that God does
this in history?
Doubtless this is why the Nazis were
allowed to come so suddenly to
power, to ravish Europe and then be
suddenly struck down again.
114. It was to awaken theWestern world to its
greediness, its covetousness, its
wickedness, and to its departure from the
things of truth and of God.
God is saying something through this. He
is shaking the nations. (then and now)
115. This is God's pattern throughout
history.
Then the prophet says, "I see that, but
now I have another problem."
He goes on (verse 13):
116. Habakkuk 1:13 NKJV
13 You are of purer eyes than to behold evil,
And cannot look on wickedness.
Why doYou look on those who deal
treacherously,
And holdYour tongue when the wicked
devours
A person more righteous than he?
117. And Habakkuk goes on to describe the
wickedness of the Chaldeans.
"Now," he says, "I can see howYou are
raising up this nation to punish these
people, but I don't understand this.
118. Despite the wickedness of my own people,
they are not as bad as these Chaldeans.
How is it thatYou are using a wicked,
godless, ruthless people like this to
disciplineYour own people?This I don't
understand."
119. Have you ever heard that?
Have you ever heard anybody say, "It is
true that America has problems, and
maybe are kind of a wicked people, but we
are not as bad as the Communists (or the
Nazis, or ISIS or whoever else might be
our enemies).
120. God won't let these people take over
here, because after all, they are far
worse than we are.”
So the prophet says, "I don't
understand this."
121. And since he does not know what to
do, he follows the fourth step; he just
leaves the problem with God.
Now that is a very wise thing to do
because our human minds do not
grasp all the intricacies of history.
122. There is so much that we do not understand.
So at this point many people say,
"It must mean there isn't any God"
or
"God is not like the Bible says He is"
or
"If God won't explain to me what He is going to
do, I can't believe in Him any longer."
124. But the prophet says, "Well, I don't
understand, but thenYou are mightier
than I am, and I will just wait forYou to
reveal it to me."
Notice how he begins chapter 2:
125. Habakkuk 2:1-4 NKJV
1 I will stand my watch
And set myself on the rampart,
And watch to see what He will say to
me,
And what I will answer when I am
corrected.
126. The Just Live by Faith
2Then the LORD answered me and said:
“Write the vision
And make it plain on tablets,
That he may run who reads it.
127. 3 For the vision is yet for an appointed time;
But at the end it will speak, and it will not
lie.
Though it tarries, wait for it;
Because it will surely come,
It will not tarry.
128. 4 “Behold the proud,
His soul is not upright in him;
But the just shall live by his faith.
Habakkuk 2:1-4 NKJV
129. That is a wise thing to do.
First, Habakkuk says that he is going to
get away from the problem for awhile.
"I am going to leave the matter with God
and wait for Him to take the next step. I
have gone as far as I can.
130. I have reasoned from the character of
God. I know that He has eyes purer than to
look upon evil. He does not like evil. He
has no complicity with it. And yet He is
raising up these evil people. I will let God
explain it to me and I will wait for an
answer."
131. Can you do this?
• When you bring a problem to God
and explain it all to Him in prayer,
do you get up and start worrying
about it again?
• How is this going to work out?
• What do I do next?
132. That is the thing that defeats us so
many times.
But the prophet leaves it there.
He says, "It is up toYou."Verse 2:
133. Habakkuk 2:2 NKJV
2Then the LORD answered me and said:
“Write the vision
And make it plain on tablets,
That he may run who reads it.
134. In other words, "Habakkuk, I am going
to tell you the answer. Now I want you
to write it down and I want you to
write it so plainly that anyone who
reads it will be able to immediately
tell the answer abroad, spread it all
over the land."
136. Habakkuk 2:3 NKJV
3 For the vision is yet for an appointed
time;
But at the end it will speak, and it will
not lie.
Though it tarries, wait for it;
Because it will surely come,
It will not tarry.
137. God is saying, "Habakkuk, this isn't going
to happen right away.There is going to be
a lapse of time, but it will come."
This is the character of God's revelation.
First God says that an event will happen.
138. Then He says, "Don't you worry about
what happens in between. Even though it
looks like everything is going wrong, what
I have said will happen is going to happen,
and if it seems to delay, wait for it.
(entwine your life around His life - Isaiah
40:28-31) It will come."
139. Then God goes on to state a principle that
is quoted three times in the New
Testament and forms the basis for the
greatest movements that God has ever
had among human beings.
He says these words (verse 4):
140. Habakkuk 2:4 NKJV
4 “Behold the proud,
His soul is not upright in him;
But the just shall live by his faith.
141. These words are quoted in the New
Testament in Romans, Galatians, and
Hebrews.
This is the word that lit a fire in the
heart of Martin Luther, "The righteous
shall live by faith."
143. In these words the prophet is shown
that there are only two possible
outlooks on life.
There are only two attitudes by which
we can face life.
144. Either we face it in faith depending upon
God, or we face it in unbelief depending
upon our own ability to reason out
everything.
• These are the two fundamental
attitudes, and they are the only two.
• You can only have one or the other.
145. If you look around you will see that
every human being on the face of the
earth can be put into one of these two
categories.
146. Either they are trusting in the wisdom of the
human mind to study events and arrange
solutions, and they try to analyze the writings
of clever men and come to conclusions about
human events based on these sources, or they
take what God has said and believe that when
He has said a thing will happen, it will happen
and that all of history converges into and hinges
on that promise.
147. Now that is the difference between a man
of faith and a man who lives by his reason.
• Christians are being trapped into living
by human reason alone - by the
cleverness of the human rational
processes, in the name of Christianity.
148. Many say that the job of the church is to
organize people in some way so they can
exercise political influence and power,
bringing pressure to bear on the leaders of
the nation to correct abuses, and that this
is the Christian thing to do.
149. In contrast, look at the stories of the men
and women in the eleventh chapter of
Hebrews.
How did they change the world of their day?
It says that they endured as seeing OneWho
is invisible.
150. They were not expecting man to do
anything but were expecting God to
work - God always did work.
151. As He worked, things began to change,
and the history of that kind of working is
the amazing success story of men and
women who stopped the mouths of lions,
subdued kingdoms, toppled thrones, won
empires and changed the course of history
by faith - not by counting on man to work
but on God.
152. Throughout the rest of the chapter,
then, there is a very interesting
analysis of the Chaldeans and what
God plans to do with them.
153. To summarize, God says to the prophet,
"Now Habakkuk, don't you worry about
the Chaldeans; it is true that I have purer
eyes than to behold evil and it is also true
that I am raising up this people to judge
the nation of Israel, but in turn I will judge
the Chaldeans.
154. The very thing in which they trust will
prove to be their downfall.Their very
gods will overthrow them."
And then He pronounces five woes on
these people (verse 6):
155. Habakkuk 2:6-19 NKJV
6 “Will not all these take up a proverb against
him,
And a taunting riddle against him, and say,
‘Woe to him who increases
What is not his—how long?
And to him who loads himself with many
pledges’?
156. 7 Will not your creditors rise up
suddenly?
Will they not awaken who oppress
you?
And you will become their booty.
157. 8 Because you have plundered many
nations,
All the remnant of the people shall
plunder you,
Because of men’s blood
And the violence of the land and the
city,
And of all who dwell in it.
158. 9 “Woe to him who covets evil gain
for his house,
That he may set his nest on high,
That he may be delivered from the
power of disaster!
159. 10 You give shameful counsel to your
house,
Cutting off many peoples,
And sin against your soul.
11 For the stone will cry out from the wall,
And the beam from the timbers will
answer it.
160. 12 “Woe to him who builds a town with
bloodshed,
Who establishes a city by iniquity!
13 Behold, is it not of the LORD of hosts
That the peoples labor to feed the fire,
And nations weary themselves in vain?
161. 14 For the earth will be filled
With the knowledge of the glory of
the LORD,
As the waters cover the sea.
162. 15 “Woe to him who gives drink to his
neighbor,
Pressing him to your bottle,
Even to make him drunk,
That you may look on his
nakedness!
163. 16 You are filled with shame instead of
glory.
You also—drink!
And be exposed as uncircumcised!
The cup of the LORD’s right hand will be
turned against you,
And utter shame will be on your glory.
164. 17 For the violence done to Lebanon will
cover you,
And the plunder of beasts which made
them afraid,
Because of men’s blood
And the violence of the land and the
city,
And of all who dwell in it.
165. 18 “What profit is the image, that its
maker should carve it,
The molded image, a teacher of
lies,
That the maker of its mold should
trust in it,
To make mute idols?
166. 19 Woe to him who says to wood,
‘Awake!’
To silent stone, ‘Arise! It shall teach!’
Behold, it is overlaid with gold and
silver,
Yet in it there is no breath at all.
Habakkuk 2:6-19 NKJV
167. Finally, in chapter 3 the prophet
concludes with a most remarkable
prayer.
• Here he has seen his answer.
• God is the God of history and He is
moving; He has everything under
control.
168. Things aren’t falling apart, they are
falling into place.
• The thing we need to remember is
that these forces and the problems
created by them are not solved by
trying to come to grips with only
the immediate problem.
169. That is like taking aspirin to cure
cancer.
• It will never work, no, these
problems can be solved only by the
relationship of man to God.
Habakkuk says (verse 20):
170. Habakkuk 2:20 NKJV
20 “But the LORD is in His holy temple.
Let all the earth keep silence
before Him.”
171. Then he begins this mighty prayer (chapter
3, verses 1-2):
Habakkuk 3:1-2 NKJV
The Prophet’s Prayer
1 A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, on
Shigionoth.
172. 2 O LORD, I have heardYour speech and
was afraid;
O LORD, reviveYour work in the midst
of the years!
In the midst of the years make it
known;
In wrath remember mercy.
173. Habakkuk began this book by saying, "Lord,
why don'tYou do something."
Now he says, "Lord, be careful, don't do too
much. In wrath remember mercy. I seeYou
are working Lord, but remember in the
midst of it thatYou are still a God of mercy."
174. That is all he has to say: there is no
more philosophy, no more theology,
no more arguing with God.
175. This prayer is one of the most remarkably
beautiful, poetic passages in all the
Scriptures.
• Read it and see how the prophet is
doing nothing more or less than going
back and remembering what God has
done in the past.
176. That is what convinces Habakkuk that God
can be trusted and he rests upon events
that have already occurred, events which
cannot be questioned or taken away or
shaken in any way; the great fact that God
has already moved in human history.
177. And this is where faith must rest.
We do not live by blind faith.
We live with a GodWho has acted in time
and space,Who has done something,Who
has indelibly recorded His will in the
progress of human events.
178. The prophet looks back to God's
action in Egypt when Israel was in
trouble and remembers here how God
moved (verses 3, 4):
179. Habakkuk 3:3-4 NKJV
3 God came fromTeman,
The Holy One from Mount Paran.
Selah
His glory covered the heavens,
And the earth was full of His praise.
180. 4 His brightness was like the light;
He had rays flashing from His hand,
And there His power was hidden.
Habakkuk 3:3-4 NKJV
181. Remember how He hid His power
from Pharaoh, and then flashed out in
sudden acts of miraculous
intervention?
The prophet says (verse 5, 6):
183. 6 He stood and measured the earth;
He looked and startled the nations.
And the everlasting mountains
were scattered,
The perpetual hills bowed.
His ways are everlasting.
184. 7 I saw the tents of Cushan in
affliction;
The curtains of the land of Midian
trembled.
185. 8 O LORD, were You displeased with
the rivers,
WasYour anger against the rivers,
WasYour wrath against the sea,
ThatYou rode onYour horses,
Your chariots of salvation?
186. 9 Your bow was made quite ready;
Oaths were sworn over Your
arrows. Selah
You divided the earth with rivers.
Habakkuk 3:5-9 NKJV
187. He remembers how the people of
Israel were afflicted and in the
wilderness, and how in the land of
Midian they trembled.
188. Then he thinks of the crossing of the
Red Sea and how God made a way
through the waters, and he is
reminded of how the Jordan River was
rolled back when they came into the
land (verse 10):
189. Habakkuk 3:10 NKJV
10 The mountains sawYou and
trembled;
The overflowing of the water
passed by.
The deep uttered its voice,
And lifted its hands on high.
190. Habakkuk recalls how at the request
of Joshua in verse 11 that the sun and
moon stood still in their habitation...
191. Habakkuk 3:11-15 NKJV
11 The sun and moon stood still in
their habitation;
At the light ofYour arrows they
went,
At the shining ofYour glittering
spear.
192. 12 You marched through the land in indignation;
You trampled the nations in anger.
13 You went forth for the salvation ofYour
people,
For salvation withYour Anointed.
You struck the head from the house of the
wicked,
By laying bare from foundation to neck.
Selah
193. 14 You thrust through with his own
arrows
The head of his villages.
They came out like a whirlwind to
scatter me;
Their rejoicing was like feasting on
the poor in secret.
194. 15 You walked through the sea with
Your horses,
Through the heap of great waters.
Habakkuk 3:11-15 NKJV
195. This is the kind of God we have.
The GodWho actually moves in human
history to accomplish events that no man
can duplicate.
• As the prophet thinks of all this, his
mind goes out to the greatness of God
and this is the way he concludes (v16):
196. Habakkuk 3:16 NKJV
16 When I heard, my body trembled;
My lips quivered at the voice;
Rottenness entered my bones;
And I trembled in myself,
That I might rest in the day of trouble.
When he comes up to the people,
He will invade them with his troops.
197. He sees the problem and he knows it
is coming.
The fearsomeness of it grips him, and
he feels the pressure but that is not
all. He adds (verses 17-19):
198. Habakkuk 3:17-19 NKJV
A Hymn of Faith
17 Though the fig tree may not blossom,
Nor fruit be on the vines;
Though the labor of the olive may fail,
And the fields yield no food;
Though the flock may be cut off from the fold,
And there be no herd in the stalls—
199. 18 Yet I will rejoice in the LORD,
I will joy in the God of my salvation.
19 The LORD God is my strength;
He will make my feet like deer’s feet,
And He will make me walk on my high hills.
To the Chief Musician.With my stringed
instruments.
Habakkuk 3:17-19 NKJV
200. Though the problem remains and the
pressure is still there, there can be a
strengthening of the inner man that
makes the heart rejoice and be glad
even in the midst of the difficulty.
That is what Habakkuk discovered.
201. "The Lord Himself," he says, "is my
strength."
That is NewTestament truth.
That is the great secret of a Christian.
202. Not that God takes the problem away.
The world is desperately trying to find
a way to get rid of the problem.
But God has ordained that the
problems shall remain.
203. "In the world you will have tribulation,"
Jesus said, "but be of good cheer, I have
overcome the world." (Jn. 16:33)
Ray Steadman loves the title of a book by
Dr. Edman, former president ofWheaton
College.
204. It so gloriously sums up what a Christians' attitude
should be in the midst of difficult times.
Do you know what it is?
"Not Somehow, ButTriumphantly."
Not just getting through it somehow, but
triumphantly.
205. Habakkuk 3:17, 18, 19 NKJV
17 Though the fig tree does not blossom,
Nor fruit be on the vines,
…
18 Yet I will rejoice in the Lord,
I will joy in the God of my salvation.
19 God, the Lord, is my strength;
...
209. Prayer
Our Father, thank you for this revelation of the great truth we find
running throughout the Scriptures, that you are the God of history. No
event takes place but that is in your program and all things are moving
in relationship to your divine kingdom.What you have said will occur
will occur, and the record of the past corroborates it, and all the
twistings and maneuverings of men will not prevent it. Lord, help us to
lift our eyes to you in the midst of our problems and remember the God
of our salvation, the God who is our strength, and thus find the answer
right in the midst of affliction.We ask that you will make us to live this
way-not somehow, but triumphantly.We ask in Christ's name. Amen.
210. The Plan of Hope & Salvation
John 3:16 NKJV
16 “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 14:6 NKJV
6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the
life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.”
211. Romans 3:23 NKJV
23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,
Romans 6:23a NKJV
23a For the wages of sin is death,
• Death in this life (the first death) is 100%.
• Even Jesus, the only one who doesn’t deserve death, died
in this life to pay the penalty for our sins.
• The death referred to in Romans 6:23a is the second
death explained in Revelation 21:8.
212. Revelation 21:8 NKJV
8 “But the cowardly, unbelieving, abominable,
murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and
all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns
with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.”
Romans 6:23b NKJV
23b but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our
Lord.
213. Romans 5:8 NKJV
8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in
that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Revelation 21:7 NKJV
7 “He who overcomes shall inherit all things, and I will
be his God and he shall be My son.”
•Romans 10:9-10 explains to us how to accept Jesus
as our Savior.
214. Romans 10:9-10 NKJV
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. 10 For with the heart one
believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth
confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 NKJV
13 For “whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be
saved.”
215. If you have questions or would like to know more,
Please, contact First Baptist Church Jackson at 601-
979-1900 or http://firstbaptistjackson.org/contact/