Phillip went to Samaria and proclaimed Christ. The crowds listened closely and many signs and healings occurred, bringing great joy. Later, the apostles Peter and John visited and conferred the Holy Spirit on believers. However, Simon the sorcerer desired this power for money and was sternly rebuked by Peter. In conclusion, Peter and John returned to Jerusalem while continuing to preach the gospel throughout Samaria.
Stephen defends himself by recounting Israel's history of disobeying God. He highlights times God called the Israelites to follow him, but they refused. This angers the Sanhedrin. As they stone Stephen, he sees a vision of Jesus standing at God's right hand. With his dying words, Stephen forgives those killing him, following Jesus' example.
This document provides an overview and analysis of Paul's letter to the Philippians. It notes that Paul and his companions had previously suffered mistreatment in Philippi but still preached God's gospel there with confidence despite opposition. Their message did not come from error or impure motives, but was approved by God. They were not seeking to please people but God alone. Paul cared for the Philippians like a nursing mother cares for her children. He worked hard so as not to be a burden while preaching the gospel to them.
This document provides a detailed summary of Acts Chapter 6 from the Book Of Acts. It discusses the church's second recorded problem regarding neglect of Greek-speaking widows in daily food distribution. Seven men, including Stephen, were chosen as deacons to oversee this task. Stephen engages in a debate with members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen, displaying wisdom and the Spirit. Enraged by his teachings, these men secretly persuade others to accuse Stephen of blasphemy against Moses and God. Stephen is then brought before the Council and interrogated, with all gazing at his face that appeared "like the face of an angel."
The document summarizes passages from Acts 8 where Philip preaches the gospel in Samaria and to an Ethiopian eunuch. It describes how Philip healed many and proclaimed Christ, leading to great joy. The Spirit then tells Philip to meet the eunuch on a desert road where he is reading Scripture. Philip explains the passage to be about Jesus and baptizes the eunuch, who then continues on his way rejoicing. Philip continues preaching in other towns.
The document provides a summary and analysis of key events and teachings in Acts Chapter 5. It discusses Ananias and Sapphira lying to the Holy Spirit and being struck dead as a result. It also covers the apostles performing many signs and wonders among the people in Solomon's Colonnade, and being commanded by God to continue preaching despite orders to stop. The advice of Gamaliel, a respected Pharisee, to leave the apostles alone unless their movement was not of God, is also summarized.
This document discusses spiritual gifts, which are supernatural abilities given to believers at salvation to minister to the body of Christ. Every believer receives one gift. Spiritual gifts fall into different categories, including authenticating gifts, foundational gifts, temporary gifts, equipping gifts, speaking gifts, and serving gifts. There are also permanent gifts like pastor-teacher, teacher, evangelist, and gifts of ruling and administration. The document encourages visiting the church's website to learn more about the church and listen to sermons that complement the teaching on spiritual gifts.
Phillip went to Samaria and proclaimed Christ. The crowds listened closely and many signs and healings occurred, bringing great joy. Later, the apostles Peter and John visited and conferred the Holy Spirit on believers. However, Simon the sorcerer desired this power for money and was sternly rebuked by Peter. In conclusion, Peter and John returned to Jerusalem while continuing to preach the gospel throughout Samaria.
Stephen defends himself by recounting Israel's history of disobeying God. He highlights times God called the Israelites to follow him, but they refused. This angers the Sanhedrin. As they stone Stephen, he sees a vision of Jesus standing at God's right hand. With his dying words, Stephen forgives those killing him, following Jesus' example.
This document provides an overview and analysis of Paul's letter to the Philippians. It notes that Paul and his companions had previously suffered mistreatment in Philippi but still preached God's gospel there with confidence despite opposition. Their message did not come from error or impure motives, but was approved by God. They were not seeking to please people but God alone. Paul cared for the Philippians like a nursing mother cares for her children. He worked hard so as not to be a burden while preaching the gospel to them.
This document provides a detailed summary of Acts Chapter 6 from the Book Of Acts. It discusses the church's second recorded problem regarding neglect of Greek-speaking widows in daily food distribution. Seven men, including Stephen, were chosen as deacons to oversee this task. Stephen engages in a debate with members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen, displaying wisdom and the Spirit. Enraged by his teachings, these men secretly persuade others to accuse Stephen of blasphemy against Moses and God. Stephen is then brought before the Council and interrogated, with all gazing at his face that appeared "like the face of an angel."
The document summarizes passages from Acts 8 where Philip preaches the gospel in Samaria and to an Ethiopian eunuch. It describes how Philip healed many and proclaimed Christ, leading to great joy. The Spirit then tells Philip to meet the eunuch on a desert road where he is reading Scripture. Philip explains the passage to be about Jesus and baptizes the eunuch, who then continues on his way rejoicing. Philip continues preaching in other towns.
The document provides a summary and analysis of key events and teachings in Acts Chapter 5. It discusses Ananias and Sapphira lying to the Holy Spirit and being struck dead as a result. It also covers the apostles performing many signs and wonders among the people in Solomon's Colonnade, and being commanded by God to continue preaching despite orders to stop. The advice of Gamaliel, a respected Pharisee, to leave the apostles alone unless their movement was not of God, is also summarized.
This document discusses spiritual gifts, which are supernatural abilities given to believers at salvation to minister to the body of Christ. Every believer receives one gift. Spiritual gifts fall into different categories, including authenticating gifts, foundational gifts, temporary gifts, equipping gifts, speaking gifts, and serving gifts. There are also permanent gifts like pastor-teacher, teacher, evangelist, and gifts of ruling and administration. The document encourages visiting the church's website to learn more about the church and listen to sermons that complement the teaching on spiritual gifts.
This document discusses growing a church through removing barriers, claiming promises from God, and going deeper in faith. It encourages enlarging the church by filling every seat to save more souls from hell. Barriers like those in the temple preventing some from entering must be torn down so the gospel can reach all people. By strengthening faith, comprehending God's love more fully, and experiencing His presence, the church can lengthen its support and recognize God's heart.
The document provides a summary of a passage from the Gospel of Mark. It begins by setting the scene in Gerasenes where Jesus encounters a dangerous and distressed man possessed by an unclean spirit called Legion. Jesus casts the spirit out of the man and into a herd of pigs, frightening the townspeople. The man is left in his right mind and the people are rattled by Jesus' power over evil spirits. The summary concludes by reminding the reader not to fear evil spirits, as Jesus has power to change lives and bring God's kingdom.
Paul travels to Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe in Asia Minor. This lesson warns against elevating leaders, allowing ourselves to be elevated, and clarifying the gospel to avoid misunderstanding.
This document reviews different personality types and examines how Christians should model themselves after Christ. It discusses "negative" or "faithless" personalities and compares them to Christ who was humble, loving, and sacrificing. The document encourages readers to daily examine themselves in view of Christ's example and make necessary changes to become more like him.
The Grecian Jews complained that their widows were being overlooked in the daily food distribution. The disciples chose seven men to oversee the distribution, including Stephen. Stephen performed great wonders and signs among the people, angering religious leaders. When falsely accused of blasphemy, Stephen delivered a speech defending his faith before the Sanhedrin and was subsequently stoned to death, with Saul approving. A great persecution followed against the church in Jerusalem.
The document discusses what it means to be an ambassador for Christ. It defines an ambassador as someone who represents their government or nation abroad. As Christian ambassadors, believers function on behalf of Christ and have a heavenly status and calling. The role of an ambassador involves making peace, representing one's government, and being above reproach. An ambassador must be familiar with local culture, aware of current issues, well-trained, and professional. They can rely on their nation for protection and empowerment from God.
This is a study of just how much Jesus loved children. There is much more to be collected, but this is enough to make the point clear that children are precious to Him.
Commentary on Isaiah Chapter 17 The alliance of the two kings of Lizmbiga was...franktsao4
The document summarizes Isaiah Chapter 17, which discusses the abandonment of Damascus and the alliance between the kings of Syria and Israel. It is outlined in two parts: (1) Damascus will be abandoned as the alliance fails, and (2) God pursues the enemies of nations. Key points include Damascus being destroyed and becoming ruins, the fertile lands of Syria and Israel becoming desolate, and people turning to God in times of crisis rather than their own strength or idols.
This document discusses the prophecies about Jesus being from Nazareth and how they were fulfilled. It explores several passages that may have referred to Jesus being from Nazareth, like him being called a Nazirite or Netzer. While the specific words "Nazareth" or "Nazarene" are not directly mentioned in the prophets, the document argues that the prophecies said he would be despised and rejected, which fit with Jesus being from the town of Nazareth, whose people were also despised. The character of Jesus' life fulfilled what the prophets had predicted about the promised Messiah.
Philip had been living in Caesarea for about 20 years after settling there following his evangelism in Samaria and to the Ethiopian eunuch. He was hosting Paul and his companions in his home. Philip had four unmarried daughters who were prophets. His family was an example of dedicating one's life to God and raising children in his ways.
The document discusses Abraham and the story of Noah's flood from the Old Testament. It examines whether the flood should be viewed as historical or allegorical, noting that Jesus and other New Testament authors seemed to present it as a historical event. It also summarizes the key lessons that can be learned from the flood story. The document then analyzes the story of the Tower of Babel, including possible meanings behind constructing the tower and the sins of hubris and trying to contain God. Finally, it discusses different perspectives on the sin of Sodom from the story of Abraham interceding with God regarding the city.
Deuteronomy 7:1-4 Mixed marriages in the bible is referring to intermarriage with people of other faith. There is only one race, the human race. Shem, Semitic, Asia, Mongoloid. Ham, Hamitic, Africa, Negroid. Japeth, Japethic, Europe, Caucasoid. Intermarriage in the Old Testament, Intermarriage in the New Testament.
Deuteronomy Chapters 18-19, The Levitical Priests and Levites;
The Detestable Things; Yoga, Witchcraft, False prophets;
A Prophet Like Me
Cities Of Refuge
1) Micah loses everything of value after failing to keep God as the center of his life.
2) Some men from the tribe of Dan are sent to find new lands and come upon Micah's house where they meet a Levite priest.
3) The priest tells the men what they want to hear - that their journey will be prosperous - rather than giving Godly counsel. Christians must stand firm in the truth.
- The Ephraimites accused Jephthah of not calling them to help fight against the Ammonites, though they had not helped him previously when he called. Jephthah reminded them that they did not come to his aid before.
- In the ensuing battle between the Gileadites and Ephraimites, the Gileadites defeated the Ephraimites and killed 42,000 of them because of insults exchanged between the groups.
- The primary lesson is that good friends who stick by you through adversity are valuable, while fair-weather friends who are only around in good times are worthless. The Ephraimites wanted to claim friendship with J
1) The document discusses types of prejudice like racial, sexual, religious, and economic prejudice. It uses the example of Jesus talking to a Samaritan woman as an instance of breaking racial prejudice.
2) Prejudice is defined as making judgments without knowledge or facts. It is wrong because it violates commands to love others and treat all people with dignity as beings made in God's image.
3) Ways to overcome prejudice include realizing it is wrong, putting oneself in others' shoes, making an effort to understand those who are different, and changing prejudiced terms one uses. The document encourages examining one's own prejudices and getting right with God.
The passage describes Philip encountering an Ethiopian eunuch who was reading from the book of Isaiah in his chariot. Philip asks the eunuch if he understands what he is reading, and the eunuch invites Philip to explain it to him. Philip tells him the passage is about Jesus. They come to some water and the eunuch asks to be baptized, so Philip baptizes him. When they emerge from the water, Philip is suddenly taken away by the Spirit, and the eunuch continues on his way rejoicing in his new faith.
The document summarizes the key figures in the Christmas story including Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, wise men, King Herod, and Jesus. It describes their roles and characteristics based on biblical accounts of Jesus's birth and the events surrounding it.
Mark is a 6-year-old boy from Birzebbuga who has a sister named Sarah and wants to be a drummer when he grows up. He enjoys playing with toys and is in year 2 with a teacher named Ms. Herbert.
The document summarizes a presentation given by Rohit Sharma at the Chandigarh Bloggers Meet 2013 on April 5th, 2013. The presentation discussed how blogging has become a common platform for sharing one's interests and views with the world. It also highlighted quotes from authors like Seth Godin, Michael Hyatt, and Guy Kawasaki on harnessing the power of blogging and the importance of influence over information. The presentation emphasized using one's online presence to build an identity and share what you care about while avoiding showing off.
Este documento es una hoja técnica para un queso de oveja envasado en una caja de madera. Proporciona información sobre los ingredientes, especificaciones microbiológicas y físico-químicas, etiquetado, almacenamiento y transporte. El queso se elabora con leche cruda de oveja y madura durante 4-6 meses antes de envasarse en cajas de madera que contienen 2 piezas cada una.
This document discusses growing a church through removing barriers, claiming promises from God, and going deeper in faith. It encourages enlarging the church by filling every seat to save more souls from hell. Barriers like those in the temple preventing some from entering must be torn down so the gospel can reach all people. By strengthening faith, comprehending God's love more fully, and experiencing His presence, the church can lengthen its support and recognize God's heart.
The document provides a summary of a passage from the Gospel of Mark. It begins by setting the scene in Gerasenes where Jesus encounters a dangerous and distressed man possessed by an unclean spirit called Legion. Jesus casts the spirit out of the man and into a herd of pigs, frightening the townspeople. The man is left in his right mind and the people are rattled by Jesus' power over evil spirits. The summary concludes by reminding the reader not to fear evil spirits, as Jesus has power to change lives and bring God's kingdom.
Paul travels to Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe in Asia Minor. This lesson warns against elevating leaders, allowing ourselves to be elevated, and clarifying the gospel to avoid misunderstanding.
This document reviews different personality types and examines how Christians should model themselves after Christ. It discusses "negative" or "faithless" personalities and compares them to Christ who was humble, loving, and sacrificing. The document encourages readers to daily examine themselves in view of Christ's example and make necessary changes to become more like him.
The Grecian Jews complained that their widows were being overlooked in the daily food distribution. The disciples chose seven men to oversee the distribution, including Stephen. Stephen performed great wonders and signs among the people, angering religious leaders. When falsely accused of blasphemy, Stephen delivered a speech defending his faith before the Sanhedrin and was subsequently stoned to death, with Saul approving. A great persecution followed against the church in Jerusalem.
The document discusses what it means to be an ambassador for Christ. It defines an ambassador as someone who represents their government or nation abroad. As Christian ambassadors, believers function on behalf of Christ and have a heavenly status and calling. The role of an ambassador involves making peace, representing one's government, and being above reproach. An ambassador must be familiar with local culture, aware of current issues, well-trained, and professional. They can rely on their nation for protection and empowerment from God.
This is a study of just how much Jesus loved children. There is much more to be collected, but this is enough to make the point clear that children are precious to Him.
Commentary on Isaiah Chapter 17 The alliance of the two kings of Lizmbiga was...franktsao4
The document summarizes Isaiah Chapter 17, which discusses the abandonment of Damascus and the alliance between the kings of Syria and Israel. It is outlined in two parts: (1) Damascus will be abandoned as the alliance fails, and (2) God pursues the enemies of nations. Key points include Damascus being destroyed and becoming ruins, the fertile lands of Syria and Israel becoming desolate, and people turning to God in times of crisis rather than their own strength or idols.
This document discusses the prophecies about Jesus being from Nazareth and how they were fulfilled. It explores several passages that may have referred to Jesus being from Nazareth, like him being called a Nazirite or Netzer. While the specific words "Nazareth" or "Nazarene" are not directly mentioned in the prophets, the document argues that the prophecies said he would be despised and rejected, which fit with Jesus being from the town of Nazareth, whose people were also despised. The character of Jesus' life fulfilled what the prophets had predicted about the promised Messiah.
Philip had been living in Caesarea for about 20 years after settling there following his evangelism in Samaria and to the Ethiopian eunuch. He was hosting Paul and his companions in his home. Philip had four unmarried daughters who were prophets. His family was an example of dedicating one's life to God and raising children in his ways.
The document discusses Abraham and the story of Noah's flood from the Old Testament. It examines whether the flood should be viewed as historical or allegorical, noting that Jesus and other New Testament authors seemed to present it as a historical event. It also summarizes the key lessons that can be learned from the flood story. The document then analyzes the story of the Tower of Babel, including possible meanings behind constructing the tower and the sins of hubris and trying to contain God. Finally, it discusses different perspectives on the sin of Sodom from the story of Abraham interceding with God regarding the city.
Deuteronomy 7:1-4 Mixed marriages in the bible is referring to intermarriage with people of other faith. There is only one race, the human race. Shem, Semitic, Asia, Mongoloid. Ham, Hamitic, Africa, Negroid. Japeth, Japethic, Europe, Caucasoid. Intermarriage in the Old Testament, Intermarriage in the New Testament.
Deuteronomy Chapters 18-19, The Levitical Priests and Levites;
The Detestable Things; Yoga, Witchcraft, False prophets;
A Prophet Like Me
Cities Of Refuge
1) Micah loses everything of value after failing to keep God as the center of his life.
2) Some men from the tribe of Dan are sent to find new lands and come upon Micah's house where they meet a Levite priest.
3) The priest tells the men what they want to hear - that their journey will be prosperous - rather than giving Godly counsel. Christians must stand firm in the truth.
- The Ephraimites accused Jephthah of not calling them to help fight against the Ammonites, though they had not helped him previously when he called. Jephthah reminded them that they did not come to his aid before.
- In the ensuing battle between the Gileadites and Ephraimites, the Gileadites defeated the Ephraimites and killed 42,000 of them because of insults exchanged between the groups.
- The primary lesson is that good friends who stick by you through adversity are valuable, while fair-weather friends who are only around in good times are worthless. The Ephraimites wanted to claim friendship with J
1) The document discusses types of prejudice like racial, sexual, religious, and economic prejudice. It uses the example of Jesus talking to a Samaritan woman as an instance of breaking racial prejudice.
2) Prejudice is defined as making judgments without knowledge or facts. It is wrong because it violates commands to love others and treat all people with dignity as beings made in God's image.
3) Ways to overcome prejudice include realizing it is wrong, putting oneself in others' shoes, making an effort to understand those who are different, and changing prejudiced terms one uses. The document encourages examining one's own prejudices and getting right with God.
The passage describes Philip encountering an Ethiopian eunuch who was reading from the book of Isaiah in his chariot. Philip asks the eunuch if he understands what he is reading, and the eunuch invites Philip to explain it to him. Philip tells him the passage is about Jesus. They come to some water and the eunuch asks to be baptized, so Philip baptizes him. When they emerge from the water, Philip is suddenly taken away by the Spirit, and the eunuch continues on his way rejoicing in his new faith.
The document summarizes the key figures in the Christmas story including Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, wise men, King Herod, and Jesus. It describes their roles and characteristics based on biblical accounts of Jesus's birth and the events surrounding it.
Mark is a 6-year-old boy from Birzebbuga who has a sister named Sarah and wants to be a drummer when he grows up. He enjoys playing with toys and is in year 2 with a teacher named Ms. Herbert.
The document summarizes a presentation given by Rohit Sharma at the Chandigarh Bloggers Meet 2013 on April 5th, 2013. The presentation discussed how blogging has become a common platform for sharing one's interests and views with the world. It also highlighted quotes from authors like Seth Godin, Michael Hyatt, and Guy Kawasaki on harnessing the power of blogging and the importance of influence over information. The presentation emphasized using one's online presence to build an identity and share what you care about while avoiding showing off.
Este documento es una hoja técnica para un queso de oveja envasado en una caja de madera. Proporciona información sobre los ingredientes, especificaciones microbiológicas y físico-químicas, etiquetado, almacenamiento y transporte. El queso se elabora con leche cruda de oveja y madura durante 4-6 meses antes de envasarse en cajas de madera que contienen 2 piezas cada una.
The document is a song about seeking God and finding Him as one's treasure. It describes God's breath sustaining the singer and His truth and wisdom guiding them. The singer expresses their willingness to run for a thousand years or swim to the ocean floor if it would bring them closer to finding God, who is referred to as their treasure and Lord. It repeats refrains praising God as holy and referring to Him as the singer's treasure.
130630 eng from i-moves to i-movements by ps. timothy loheaglepointcf
I:Moves are simple steps to express God's love to others based on two commandments: love God and love your neighbor. I:Moves include initiating prayer, encouraging others, discovering their beliefs, visiting them, acts of kindness, inviting them to church, engaging with guests, and including strangers. Examples of I:Moves in the Bible include Peter and John praying, a servant girl encouraging Naaman, Paul discovering beliefs in Athens, Philip inviting Nathanael to church, Jesus engaging others. The document concludes with the story of four men with leprosy finding food and wealth in an abandoned camp and reporting it, illustrating doing good deeds.
The document discusses three essential ingredients for doing the work of God: 1) being involved in work commissioned by God, 2) working in a team with others committed to the same work, and 3) being equipped through apostolic input. It contrasts the ways of God's kingdom with cultural preferences in how work is chosen and approached, teams are formed, and leadership is received. The passage from Acts 8 is then reviewed, showing how Philip did works in Samaria commissioned by God as part of a team and was later joined by apostles Peter and John who provided further equipping.
The document discusses lessons that can be learned from Acts 8:1-12. It summarizes as follows:
1. Be faithful to Christ and continue preaching even during persecution.
2. Be active in evangelism by going everywhere preaching the word.
3. Be a willing vessel for Christ to use by having passion for souls and preaching Christ, and giving glory to God for the miracles rather than taking credit yourself.
The document provides commentary on Revelation 5, which describes Jesus as the only one worthy to open the sealed scroll and redeem humanity. It notes that the scroll represents the price paid for redemption, and outlines how Jesus, as the descendant of David, was the nearest relative to redeem humanity after Adam lost dominion over earth to Satan through disobedience. The commentary describes Jesus as both the lion of Judah who defeated Satan and the lamb who was slain for humanity. It emphasizes that Jesus paid the ultimate price to redeem and purchase people from every nation and make them a kingdom of priests.
1) Stephen, who was chosen as one of the seven to oversee distribution, performed great signs and wonders and disputed with members of various synagogues in Jerusalem.
2) Opponents falsely accused Stephen of blasphemy, but his face shone like an angel as he delivered a sermon defending Jesus.
3) Stephen was then stoned, but forgave his murderers with his dying words, setting an example of courage that helped spread Christianity after his death.
Stephen, a faithful follower of Jesus chosen to serve the early Christian community, was falsely accused of blasphemy and brought before the Jewish high council. When questioned, Stephen delivered a speech recounting Israel's history and accusing the council members of rejecting God and killing the prophets, including Jesus. Enraged by Stephen's testimony, the council had him stoned to death outside the city. As he was dying, Stephen prayed for forgiveness for his murderers. Saul, later known as the Apostle Paul, approved of and participated in Stephen's execution, which sparked widespread persecution that led to the dispersion of believers and spread of the Christian faith.
Teaching Elder Duke Shelley of Black Forest Chapel continues a series on Revelation. Part 3 fully explores a certain viewpoint of the Book of Revelation.
This document summarizes chapters from a book about mission in the New Testament church. It describes Paul's three missionary journeys, planting churches across Asia Minor and Greece. It outlines lessons from Paul's strategy of preaching first in synagogues then to Gentiles when rejected, and always following the Holy Spirit's lead. The document also summarizes key themes about mission from New Testament epistles, including that God's mercy is for all, the central message is about Jesus, mission faces supernatural opposition, God is sovereign over mission, and believers are Christ's ambassadors. It concludes that mission will cease at Christ's return when creation is renewed.
130630 chi from i-moves to i-movements by ps. timothy loheaglepointcf
The document discusses I:Moves, which are simple steps to express God's love for others. It explains that I:Moves are based on the two greatest commandments to love God and love your neighbor. Various passages from the New Testament emphasize expressing the gospel and making disciples. The document provides examples of I:Moves like initiating prayer, encouraging others, discovering their beliefs, visiting them, acts of kindness, and inviting them to church events. It concludes with a story from 2 Kings about four lepers who take action that leads to blessing despite their circumstances.
The document provides an overview of the Book of Acts. It notes that Acts was written by Luke as a careful investigation and eyewitness account. Acts tells about the work of the Holy Spirit through the apostles after Jesus' ascension. The document outlines the first chapter of Acts, including Jesus' instructions before ascending, the disciples waiting in Jerusalem, and the selection of Matthias to replace Judas. It analyzes key parts of chapter 1 in more detail.
The disciples are troubled by Jesus' impending departure. Jesus reassures them that he is going to prepare a place for them in his Father's house, which has many dwelling places. Jesus promises that he will come back to take his disciples to be with him. He also promises to send the Holy Spirit as an Advocate. Thomas questions how they can know the way to the place Jesus is going. Jesus responds that he is the way, the truth, and the life, and that no one can come to the Father except through him.
This document provides an overview and summary of the first chapter of Genesis from the Catholic perspective. It discusses that Genesis is the first book of the Torah/Pentateuch, which are the first five books of the Old Testament. It then summarizes the key stories and lessons from Genesis, including Creation, Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah and the Flood, the Tower of Babel, and the stories of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph. The document analyzes the different sources of Genesis and provides an outline of the book. It emphasizes that Genesis conveys that God created the world as good, continues to bless humanity despite sin, and works through ordinary people to reveal His plan.
The document provides information for an upcoming Bible study on the 5th Sunday of Easter, including summaries and commentary on the readings.
The first reading from Acts discusses how the apostles appointed seven men to oversee daily food distribution so they could focus on prayer and preaching. The responsorial psalm affirms God's protection for those who fear him. The second reading from 1 Peter describes Christians as living stones built into a spiritual temple, with Jesus as the cornerstone. The Gospel reading from John features Jesus reassuring the disciples by promising to prepare a place for them in heaven and that he is the way to the Father.
1. Ananias and Sapphira lied about how much money they received from selling property and keeping some for themselves, and both fell dead after being confronted by Peter for lying to the Holy Spirit.
2. Many signs, wonders, and healings were occurring through the apostles and the number of believers in the church continued to greatly increase.
3. The sick and afflicted were even being carried into the streets in hopes that Peter's shadow might heal them as he passed by.
The document provides an outline for a sermon on Revelation 5 given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi, discussing Jesus as the worthy lamb who is able to open the sealed scroll and begin God's judgments. It describes the scene in heaven's throne room and explains that Jesus, as both the lion from Judah and the slain lamb, is the only one found worthy to open the seals and enact God's plan of redemption for humanity as purchased through his blood. The sermon aims to stimulate further small group study of Revelation while focusing on Jesus as savior rather than speculative end times details.
Lesson 6 from the New Testament:
https://www.lds.org/manual/new-testament-gospel-doctrine-teachers-manual/lesson-6-they-straightway-left-their-nets?lang=eng
This document provides a summary of Revelation chapter 5 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It describes John's vision of a sealed scroll in God's right hand that only the worthy Lamb (Jesus) is able to open. When the Lamb takes the scroll, the 24 elders and living creatures praise Him for redeeming people by His blood. Countless angels then join in declaring the Lamb worthy to receive power, wealth, wisdom and other attributes for opening the scroll. The sermon highlights how the Lamb's opening of the scroll begins His enthronement to reign on Earth.
ACTS 8-9, Saul destroying the church, scattered disciples preach the Word, Si...Valley Bible Fellowship
ACTS Chapters 8-9, Saul destroying the church, scattered disciples preach the word, Simon the sorcerer, Jesus Only movement, Despised Samaritans, raptured harpadzo, Saul's conversion, The Way, miraculous signs not a blessing, Tarsus, Lydda, Joppa
The document summarizes events from Acts 11:19-12:10 in the Bible. It describes how early Christians were scattered from persecution but spread the word about Jesus in Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch. Many people in Antioch believed, including some Greeks. Barnabas was sent to encourage the believers. Meanwhile, Herod imprisoned Peter but an angel rescued him from prison after prayers from the church.
Slides to accompany the y GRWP podcast in the series 'The Christian Experience of God - Self Control' found here:
http://WelshRev.buzzsprout.com
(please allow 24 hours to produce & upload)
Slides to accompany the #sundayatgrace podcast - use the link in slide 2 or go to https://www.buzzsprout.com/47879/400009-christian-experience-of-god-19-gentleness
Check the website www.yGRWP.com for more!
This document discusses the concept of patience. It begins by welcoming the reader and quoting a passage from 1 Thessalonians encouraging rejoicing, prayer, and thanksgiving. It then states that patience is a complex concept involving calmness under provocation, not becoming angry in difficulty, extensively tolerating others, enduring annoyance or problems, and persisting in difficult situations. The document goes on to explore different aspects of growing in patience such as suffering mistreatment, responding to provocation, tolerating shortcomings, waiting for God to act, and persevering through adversity.
Paul writes a letter to the church in Corinth greeting them and reminding them that they have been called by God into fellowship with Jesus Christ. He thanks God for the grace given to the Corinthians and says that God will strengthen them until the end. Paul urges the Corinthians to end their divisions and be united in their faith as those who have been called by God.
These slides accompany the thirty minute radio podcast for 29/11/2015 from Grace Rural Wales Partnership at
https://www.buzzsprout.com/47879/328835-grwp-radio-podcast-2015-11-29-the-lord-s-prayer
which examines the recent furore about the rejection of a cinema advert featuring the Lord's Prayer.
The podcast features a 15 minute expose of this 2,000 year old prayer's controversial contents and some controversial responses from members of the public to the prohibition.
Slides to accompany the video on the y GRWP Youtube channel and WelshRev podcast on Buzzsprout on Mark 16:1-8 ... The Pastorally Purposeful (broken?) Ending of Mark
Slides to accompany audio on WelshRev's Buzzsprout podcast webpage on Mark 16:1-8 and the pastorally purposeful (broken?) end of Mark
It's all about persevering faithfully through DARK days!
Joseph of Arimathea boldly went to Pilate and requested Jesus' body after crucifixion. As a prominent member of the Council who was waiting for the kingdom of God, Joseph bought a shroud and buried Jesus safely in a tomb, fulfilling the Jewish customs before the Sabbath. Nicodemus assisted Joseph in preparing Jesus' body for burial.
The document discusses why Christians believe in one God consisting of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It provides biblical evidence for each person being God, including texts that state Jesus is God, show Jesus exercising divine authority like God the Father, and classify the Holy Spirit alongside the Father and Son. The document argues that belief in the Trinity is essential to the gospel's claims about Jesus bearing the penalty of sin and restoring fellowship with God through his atonement.
1. Jesus was crucified at 9am where he was mocked and insulted. From noon until 3pm there was darkness over the land. At 3pm, Jesus cried out "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" before dying.
2. Upon Jesus' death, three events testified to who he was: the temple curtain was torn from top to bottom, the centurion said "Surely this man was the Son of God," and some women disciples witnessed from a distance.
3. The document describes Jesus' crucifixion and death, including the events that occurred at three specific times, and three witnesses that testified to Jesus' identity.
This passage from Mark describes the betrayal and arrest of Jesus. It notes that Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss to identify him for the soldiers. When the soldiers arrested Jesus, his disciples deserted him and fled. Only a young man followed at a distance before fleeing naked when seized. The passage examines different levels of commitment to Christ - committing to church but not Christ, committing to Christ but not fully or to follow him, commiting to Christ but not his people or taking him at his word.
Jesus took Peter, James, and John with him to pray in Gethsemane, telling the others to stay and keep watch. He was deeply distressed and asked God to take away his suffering if possible. Returning to the disciples, Jesus found them sleeping three times and admonished them to stay awake and pray. The third time he told them the hour had come for him to be betrayed.
The passage encourages Christians to draw near to God with confidence through Jesus, their great high priest. It exhorts them to hold firmly to their faith and spur one another on through love and good works. They are instructed not to abandon meeting together but to encourage one another, especially as the day of the Lord draws near.
Slides to accompany the audio of the sharp point of discipleship to Christ in Mark's Gospel from Simon Bowkett to be found on Archive.org under 'Missional Mark'
4. Acts 6
Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, did great wonders
and miraculous signs among the people. 9 Opposition arose, however,
from members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen (as it was called)—
Jews of Cyrene and Alexandria as well as the provinces of Cilicia and
Asia. These men began to argue with Stephen, 10 but they could not stand
up against his wisdom or the Spirit by whom he spoke.
11
Then they secretly persuaded some men to say, “We have heard
Stephen speak words of blasphemy against Moses and against God.”
12
So they stirred up the people and the elders and the teachers of the
law. They seized Stephen and brought him before the Sanhedrin. 13 They
produced false witnesses, who testified, “This fellow never stops
speaking against this holy place and against the law. 14 For we have heard
him say that this Jesus of Nazareth will destroy this place and change the
customs Moses handed down to us.”
15
All who were sitting in the Sanhedrin looked intently at Stephen, and
they saw that his face was like the face of an angel.
6. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
– Stephen
– Diaspora (Acts 8:1-3) “On that day a great
persecution broke out against the church at
Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were
scattered throughout Judea and Samaria.
2
Godly men buried Stephen and mourned deeply
for him.
3
But Saul began to destroy the church. Going from
house to house, he dragged off men and women and
put them in prison.”
7. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
– Stephen
– Diaspora
– Intentional evangelism (Acts 8:4) “Those who had
been scattered preached the word wherever they
went.”
9. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
– They preached the Word
οἱ μὲ ν οὖ ν διασπαρέ ντες διῆ λθον
εὐ αγγελιζό μενοι τὸ ν λό γον
10. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
– They preached the Word
– Variety … ‘ο λό γος
11. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
– They preached the Word
– Variety
– Appropriateness to context
12. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
– They preached the Word
– Variety
– Appropriateness to context
• Appropriate to the preacher
• Appropriate to the hearer
• Appropriate to the message itself
13. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
14. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria … & Simon the pagan
15. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria … & Simon the pagan
• The message is Jesus, v. 5
16. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria … & Simon the pagan
• The message is Jesus, v. 5
• The message creates its own interest, v. 6
17. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria … & Simon the pagan
• The message is Jesus, v. 5
• The message creates its own interest, v. 6
• The effect of Him is COSMIC, v. 7
18. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria … & Simon the pagan
• The message is Jesus, v. 5
• The message creates its own interest, v. 6
• The effect of Him is COSMIC, v. 7
• The outcome is joyful, v. 8
19. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria … & Simon the pagan
• The message is Jesus, v. 5
• The message creates its own interest, v. 6
• The effect of Him is COSMIC, v. 7
• The outcome is joyful, v. 8
• The results are always mixed, v. 9 ff.
20. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria
– A desert road in Southern Judea … a God fearing
Ethiopian
22. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria
– A desert road in Southern Judea … a God fearing
Ethiopian
• Dependence on the direction of God, v. 26-29
23. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria
– A desert road in Southern Judea … a God fearing
Ethiopian
• Dependence on the direction of God, v. 26-29
• Asking open questions, v. 30
24. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria
– A desert road in Southern Judea … a God fearing
Ethiopian
• Dependence on the direction of God, v. 26-29
• Asking open questions, v. 30
• Answering questions on the Bible, v. 34 ff.
25. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria
– A desert road in Southern Judea … a God fearing
Ethiopian
• Dependence on the direction of God, v. 26-29
• Asking open questions, v. 30
• Answering questions on the Bible, v. 34 ff.
• Calling directly for conversion
26. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
– A city in Samaria
– A desert road in Southern Judea
– And onwards … Azotus to Caesarea
27.
28. Acts 8:4
• Introduction
• The situation
• The message
• Two worked examples with Phillip
• Conclusion