Lydia was a businesswoman in Philippi who dealt in expensive purple dye. She was the first recorded Christian convert in Europe. When Paul and his companions preached near a river outside the city gates on the Sabbath, Lydia listened and her heart was opened by the Lord to accept their message. She and her household were baptized, and she invited Paul and his companions to stay at her home. However, their preaching angered some in the city and they were arrested, beaten and imprisoned.
The Rastafari Movement comes to the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival at the Mendocino Fairgrounds, in Boonville California 95415. So we will look at this movement to better understand Rastas so that we can better minister to them with the love of Jesus Christ.
The Rastafari Movement comes to the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival at the Mendocino Fairgrounds, in Boonville California 95415. So we will look at this movement to better understand Rastas so that we can better minister to them with the love of Jesus Christ.
Private (affective) religion in 14th century England. Two mystics:Richard Rolle and Julian of Norwich transmit their experiences. John Wyclif moves from opposition to papal taxation to rejection of Church ownership of property and the doctrine of transubstantiation. Isolated in his lifetime and declared a heretic 30 years later, his support for verncular (English) Scriptures is carried on by others.
Ethnic Embrace USA is a partnership of Mission America Coalition and Ethnic American Network to inform, equip and mobilize Christians to love our International neighbors to Christ.
Towards a Post-Religious and Post-Secular Messianic Jewish Understanding of "Authority, Freedom, and Tradition in the life of Jewish Disciples of Yeshua" with Reference to Contemporary Israeli Traditionism
Private (affective) religion in 14th century England. Two mystics:Richard Rolle and Julian of Norwich transmit their experiences. John Wyclif moves from opposition to papal taxation to rejection of Church ownership of property and the doctrine of transubstantiation. Isolated in his lifetime and declared a heretic 30 years later, his support for verncular (English) Scriptures is carried on by others.
Ethnic Embrace USA is a partnership of Mission America Coalition and Ethnic American Network to inform, equip and mobilize Christians to love our International neighbors to Christ.
Towards a Post-Religious and Post-Secular Messianic Jewish Understanding of "Authority, Freedom, and Tradition in the life of Jewish Disciples of Yeshua" with Reference to Contemporary Israeli Traditionism
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VA3sZ91p9M
What’s New about the New Perspective on Paul?
talk given at the Moishe Rosen Centre, Tel Aviv, May 2014
powerpoint at
https://www.dropbox.com/s/3lijiwj3dxuacws/npp%20tel%20aviv%20130514c.pptx
# new perspective paul mmjt article slides
Jesus the Messiah in Messianic Jewish ThoughtRichard Harvey
Review of Messianic Jewish Christologies - now needs updating but was current at the time.
Jesus the Messiah in Messianic Jewish Theology: The Shaping of Messianic Jewish Christology
LCJE International Conference
Finland August 9th, 2003
1. Introduction
Some fifty years ago Jacob Jocz wrote:
At the centre of the controversy between Church and Synagogue stands the Christological question. This is not a question whether Jesus is the Messiah, but whether the Christian understanding of the Messiah is admissible in view of the Jewish concept of God. Here lies the dividing line between Judaism and Church. On this point neither can afford to compromise.
But as Messianic Jews we challenge the reality of this dividing line. In constructing the boundaries of Messianic Jewish identity we claim to be members of both Christian and Jewish communities. Does this mean that we present an unacceptable compromise on the uniqueness of Christ? Or does our understanding of the nature of the Messiah and the being of God clash with the fundamental tenets of Jewish monotheism? And if our belief in Jesus as Messiah is acceptable within a Jewish frame of reference, how is the Christian community to react when it appears that the key doctrine of the Triune nature of God is being challenged?
Powerpoint presentation at 200th Anniversary celebration of the Beni Abraham
Audio and slides for 200th anniversary of the Beni Abraham, 41 Jewish believers in Jesus who met as a community in the East End of London, forerunners of the British and International Messianic Jewish Alliances, and the modern movement of Messianic Judaism
http://blog.mappingmessianicjewishtheology.eu/post/61099297013/beni-abraham-slides-and-audio
A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
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
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
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5. The
Colonia
of
Philippi
12
From
there
we
travelled
to
Philippi,
a
Roman
colony
and
the
leading
city
of
that
district
of
Macedonia.
And
we
stayed
there
several
days.
6. Philippi’s
Social
Makeup
15,000
Romans
Greeks
Slaves
Roman
Elite
3%
-‐
450
0%
7%
-‐
1050
Peasant
Colonists
10%
10%
5%
Service
Groups
9%
28%
-‐
Lydia
8%
-‐
Prophetess
Poor
6%
14%
0%
Total
28%
(4,200)
52%
(7,800)
20%
(3,000)
7. Philippi’s
Spiritual
Makeup
• Honour,
status
and
power
clearly
defined
• Royalty,
priesthood,
luxury
and
power
all
linked
• Worship
is
personal,
domes[c,
public
and
poli[cal
8. The
Purple
Lady
14
One
of
those
listening
was
a
woman
from
the
city
of
Thya[ra
named
Lydia,
a
dealer
in
purple
cloth.
She
was
a
worshipper
of
God.
The
Lord
(kurios)
opened
her
heart
to
respond
to
Paul’s
message.
9. Lydia
• 1st
European
Chris[an
• Woman
of
influence
• Host
and
patron
10. Lydia
• 1st
European
Chris[an
• Woman
of
influence
• Host
and
patron
• GLF
leader
11. The
slave-‐girl
prophetess
• Possessed
by
“python
spirit”
• Possession
of
her
owners
• Profit
from
false
prophecy
• Proclaims
distorted
truth
• Power
encounter
produces
opposi[on
12.
13. Outside
the
City
Gate
13
On
the
Sabbath
we
went
outside
the
city
gate
to
the
river,
where
we
expected
to
find
a
place
of
prayer.
We
sat
down
and
began
to
speak
to
the
women
who
had
gathered
there.
14. The
LORD
opened
Lydia’s
heart
• What
did
she
and
Paul
talk
about?
• Life?
• Business?
• Devo[on
to
God?
• Knowing
Jesus?
15. The
Purple
Process
1. Rubia/madder
plant
from
Thya?ra?
2. Kermes-‐oak
insect?
3. Murex
from
Tyre?
– Murex
shells
crushed
– Excreted
fluids
processed
– Dye
made
– Cloth
soaked
– Stench
and
stains
– Togas
for
Royalty
– Picture
of
Christ?
16. Lydia
–
the
Purple
Lady
• Passionate
for
her
product
• Passionate
for
people
• Passionate
for
God
17. People
of
Influence
• Ac[vists
• Connected
• Impact
• Ac[ve
minds
• Trendseeers
19. “The
Highest
God”
• 17
She
followed
Paul
and
the
rest
of
us,
shou[ng,
“These
men
are
servants
of
the
Most
High
God,
who
are
telling
you
the
way
to
be
saved.”
• tou
theou
tou
hupsistou
• ‘odon
soterias
20. Mission
and
business?
• 18
..,
“In
the
name
of
Jesus
Christ
I
command
you
to
come
out
of
her!”
At
that
moment
the
spirit
lei
her.
19
When
her
owners
realised
that
their
hope
of
making
money
(ergasia)
was
gone,..
The
quadruple
boJom
line:
spiritual,
economical,
social
and
environmental
transforma?on.
21. Advoca[ng
unlawful
customs
• 20
“These
men
are
Jews,
and
are
throwing
our
city
into
an
uproar
(21)
by
advoca[ng
customs
unlawful
for
us
Romans
to
accept
or
prac[ce.”
23. Work,
Witness
and
Worship
• God’s
work
• Paul’s
work
• Lydia’s
work
• The
prophetess
• Our
work
24. What
is
Mission?
• Our
commieed
par[cipa[on
• as
God’s
people,
• at
God’s
invita[on
and
command,
• in
God’s
own
mission
• within
the
history
of
God’s
world
for
the
redemp[on
of
God’s
crea[on.
• Christopher
J.
H.
Wright,
The
Mission
of
God:
Unlocking
the
Bible's
Grand
Narra?ve
(Downer’s
Wood:
IVP,
2006),
23.
25. Influence
in
and
through
the
workplace
• God
uses
us
• In
the
workplace
• To
transform
the
workplace
• The
whole
world
is
His
workplace
• Our
mission
is
to
be
His
co-‐workers