This document provides brief biographies of 12 faithful Christian women throughout history who endured tribulation and persecution for their faith. It describes their acts of faithfulness including converting others to Christianity despite facing arrest, torture and martyrdom. Some of the women mentioned are Perpetua and Felicitas who were martyred in Rome, Blandina who endured torture in Lyon, and Lucy Yi Zhenmei who taught women in China and established a mission despite risks of arrest.
True Christian doctrine comes from the words of Christ. Jesus spoke of the future. Look carefully at the events of history after Jesus ascended. And compare to what John wrote in Revelation.
God honors Pinchas for his zealous defense of God's honor by killing an Israelite man and his Midianite lover who were publicly engaging in immorality. As a result, God grants Pinchas the priesthood and an eternal covenant of peace. Later, God honors Moses' request to appoint Joshua as the new leader of Israel by having Moses lay hands on Joshua, symbolically transferring his authority. God also honors the request of the daughters of Zelophehad to receive their inheritance, showing God cares for both men and women equally.
Jesus had a triple character as a witness, leader, and commander of the people according to the passage. As a witness, he bore truthful testimony about God and man's need for salvation. As a leader, he attached people to himself through his love and sacrifice, and shared in their suffering. As a commander, he demands that followers live according to his principles and life. The Holy Spirit now leads people into truth through the testimony of Christ in scripture.
The document discusses chapter six of the book of Revelation, which describes the seven seals. It analyzes the symbolism of the four horsemen and the first six seals, and draws parallels between the descriptions and passages from the books of Zechariah, Matthew, and Luke that prophesied the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. The document argues that the sixth chapter of Revelation can only have been written before 70 AD due to the strong correspondences between the seals and Jesus's prophecies about the fall of Jerusalem.
This is a study of a common expression that has it origin in Paul's description of the coming of Jesus when the dead will be raised in the twinkling of an eye.
This is a study of Jesus being deadly with His breath. When He comes to judge the world He will slay the wicked with His breath. There is much more around this text to study and enjoy.
In the early 4th century, Christians suffered great persecution under Emperor Diocletian from 303 to 313 AD. Many were martyred for their faith, including young Saint Agnes who willingly went to her death. Church historian Lactantius described the cruelties during this time, with Christians being tortured and burned alive. Eusebius also documented the widespread persecutions in his Church History, noting that prisons were filled with bishops, priests, and other Christians who refused to renounce their faith. While persecution was severe, the faith and example of the martyrs helped Christianity to continue growing.
True Christian doctrine comes from the words of Christ. Jesus spoke of the future. Look carefully at the events of history after Jesus ascended. And compare to what John wrote in Revelation.
God honors Pinchas for his zealous defense of God's honor by killing an Israelite man and his Midianite lover who were publicly engaging in immorality. As a result, God grants Pinchas the priesthood and an eternal covenant of peace. Later, God honors Moses' request to appoint Joshua as the new leader of Israel by having Moses lay hands on Joshua, symbolically transferring his authority. God also honors the request of the daughters of Zelophehad to receive their inheritance, showing God cares for both men and women equally.
Jesus had a triple character as a witness, leader, and commander of the people according to the passage. As a witness, he bore truthful testimony about God and man's need for salvation. As a leader, he attached people to himself through his love and sacrifice, and shared in their suffering. As a commander, he demands that followers live according to his principles and life. The Holy Spirit now leads people into truth through the testimony of Christ in scripture.
The document discusses chapter six of the book of Revelation, which describes the seven seals. It analyzes the symbolism of the four horsemen and the first six seals, and draws parallels between the descriptions and passages from the books of Zechariah, Matthew, and Luke that prophesied the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. The document argues that the sixth chapter of Revelation can only have been written before 70 AD due to the strong correspondences between the seals and Jesus's prophecies about the fall of Jerusalem.
This is a study of a common expression that has it origin in Paul's description of the coming of Jesus when the dead will be raised in the twinkling of an eye.
This is a study of Jesus being deadly with His breath. When He comes to judge the world He will slay the wicked with His breath. There is much more around this text to study and enjoy.
In the early 4th century, Christians suffered great persecution under Emperor Diocletian from 303 to 313 AD. Many were martyred for their faith, including young Saint Agnes who willingly went to her death. Church historian Lactantius described the cruelties during this time, with Christians being tortured and burned alive. Eusebius also documented the widespread persecutions in his Church History, noting that prisons were filled with bishops, priests, and other Christians who refused to renounce their faith. While persecution was severe, the faith and example of the martyrs helped Christianity to continue growing.
1. The document discusses living a life of sexual holiness and abstaining from sexual immorality as commanded by God. It explores what behaviors constitute sexual immorality and how Christians should navigate living in a sexually permissive culture.
2. Christians are called to control their bodies in holiness and honor by not giving in to lustful passions like those who don't know God. The body is a temple of the Holy Spirit and should glorify God, not sexual immorality.
3. Believers must prepare daily to battle lust and fight desire with the superior pleasure found in God. Lust should be replaced by embracing the healing and grace of Jesus Christ.
A verse by verse commentary on Acts chapter 9 dealing with the conversion of Saul who became Paul the Apostle.It covers the early history of Paul and then the miracle of Peter in raising Dorcas from the dead.
Muhummed The Natural Successor To Christ (Ahmed Deedat)zakir2012
1) This document discusses Muhammad as the natural successor to Jesus Christ, citing both the Quran and Bible.
2) It argues that Muhammad fulfilled prophecies of Jesus and previous prophets, and that God chooses prophets using His own standards rather than human ones.
3) Key points made include that Muhammad succeeded Jesus chronologically and by being chosen by God, and that he brought God's guidance to perfection as foretold.
Muhammed the natural_successor_to_christHelmon Chan
This document discusses Muhammad as the natural successor to Jesus Christ. It provides context about different types of succession and argues that Muhammad succeeded Jesus chronologically, by being chosen by God, by fulfilling prophecies, and by bringing divine guidance to perfection. It notes that Muhammad was from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca and born around 570 CE. The document examines God's selection of past prophets like Moses and Jesus and argues they did not meet conventional standards of wisdom or status but were uniquely chosen by God. It presents Muhammad, who was illiterate, as another example of God choosing an unexpected candidate to deliver the divine message.
This document provides an alternative interpretation of the biblical story of Ruth. It argues that Ruth, Boaz, and Naomi represent prophetic types related to the end times, not Jesus, the church, and Judaism as commonly interpreted. Specifically, it claims Boaz represents the Antichrist and Ruth represents those in bondage to religious systems rather than experiencing true spiritual freedom in Christ. Several clues from the text are presented to support interpreting the story as referring prophetically to the end times period after Jesus.
This is a study of how the stripes of Jesus become the source of healing. There are different views of what this means and it is great interest to read them.
This is a collection of writings that focus on the old man Simeon who was told by the Holy Spirit he would not die until he beheld the promised Messiah, and he did hold baby JESUS.
1 3 - overcome a spirit of jealousy. 22 may. 2011PLCMC CS
The high priests and Sadducees were filled with jealousy because the apostles' teaching was adding more believers to their number. In their jealousy, they had the apostles arrested and put in jail. However, an angel freed the apostles during the night and told them to continue preaching. When the priests discovered the apostles teaching again, they wanted to kill them but did not because of the people. Peter told the priests they must obey God rather than men. To cure jealousy, one must check their love and growth in God, let the Holy Spirit guide them, and apply God's medicine through exercising their freedom in Christ and fighting the sinful nature with God's spirit.
This is a study of Jesus humiliating His opponents. He healed on the Sabbath and was criticized for it, but He humiliated them by telling them they do for their donkeys what He did in healing the sick woman, and they felt ashamed.
The document summarizes a debate between Christians and Muslims on television in South Africa about their respective religions. It notes that the Muslims on the panel expressed belief in Jesus as a prophet, which surprised many Christian viewers. The rest of the document discusses how the Quran portrays Jesus and Mary in a reverent light, mentioning them frequently and with honorific titles. It asserts that the Quran's teachings about them could not have been plagiarized by Muhammad since he was illiterate.
4 our journey of faith the exodus patterns provocation of grace & tree o...Douglas Maughan
This document discusses the Exodus motif found in the Book of Mormon. It provides examples of stories that parallel the biblical Exodus story, such as Lehi's family leaving Jerusalem and crossing the ocean. The document also explains how the Nephites saw their own experiences of leaving their lands and traveling as expressions of their spiritual journey, comparing themselves to the Israelites who wandered in the wilderness. Additionally, it explores the concept of the Israelites rejecting God's grace during the provocation in the wilderness, and how this relates to the pride cycle of blessings followed by wickedness found throughout the Book of Mormon.
The document summarizes a debate on Christianity and Islam that was broadcast on television in South Africa. It notes that the Muslim participants were more accommodating of Jesus than the Christian participants were of Muhammad. It then discusses how the Quran portrays Jesus with great honor, referring to him by various names and titles more than 25 times. It emphasizes that Muslims must believe in Jesus as a prophet and messenger of God. The document highlights how the Quran and Muslims revere Mary, the mother of Jesus. It traces the story of Mary's birth and upbringing according to Islamic tradition.
The document provides commentary on Paul's words in Philippians 4:12 about learning to be content in any circumstance. It summarizes that [1] Paul had learned through experience and spiritual maturity to live above his circumstances, [2] the six things Paul lists refer to physical/material needs not spiritual needs, and [3] Paul's sufficiency came from his union with Christ who strengthened him, not from his own abilities. It uses various biblical references to support its interpretation.
The document provides a summary and interpretation of Revelation chapter 6, which describes the opening of the seven seals of a book by Jesus. Each seal reveals a horse and rider representing a major period in the history of the church. The first four seals depict the early, pure church followed by periods of persecution, corruption through worldliness, and the establishment of the papacy leading to the slaughter of believers. The fifth seal shows martyrs crying out under God's altar. The sixth seal portrays signs in nature and the wicked recognizing Jesus' imminent return. The seventh seal signals silence in heaven as beings depart to gather the redeemed from Earth.
This document provides an overview and table of contents for the book "Pulling Down Strongholds" by Derek Prince. The introduction discusses how there is an invisible spiritual war between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan, and that Christians are automatically involved in this war as citizens of God's kingdom. The book is divided into three parts that will examine the nature of spiritual warfare, how to defeat Satan's strongholds, and how to tear down modern strongholds that are a source of conflict.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given on Philippians 1:1. It discusses the key themes of joy and being servants/slaves of Christ. Some main points:
- True joy comes from being at peace with God and others, not from circumstances. It is a gift from God produced by the Holy Spirit.
- Believers are called to be bond-servants or slaves of Christ, willingly submitting to his authority like an Old Testament slave. Paul referred to himself as a bond-servant, though he had great status and credentials.
- At the judgment seat of Christ, believers will be evaluated for rewards based on the eternal works and motives, not saved or unsaved.
The document summarizes the witness and martyrdom of the apostle Paul. It describes how Paul was sentenced to death by Nero and beheaded as a Roman citizen outside of Rome. It discusses Paul facing his execution with courage, joy, and forgiveness for his murderers. It highlights how Paul's faithful witness even in death strengthened many early Christians and led some of the spectators to accept Christianity.
Michael Burns gave a presentation on The Resurrection World View at the 2015 ICEC at York College in York, Nebraska June 19 and 20, 2015. The class included a historical analysis of the concept of resurrection, an in-depth analysis of the evidence for the resurrection, but also emphasized the implications, both personally and for the entire human condition which comes with the resurrection of Jesus. The power point is attached. The audio for this and for all the classes from the 2015 ICEC will be available within a week at www.ipibooks.com
1. The document discusses living a life of sexual holiness and abstaining from sexual immorality as commanded by God. It explores what behaviors constitute sexual immorality and how Christians should navigate living in a sexually permissive culture.
2. Christians are called to control their bodies in holiness and honor by not giving in to lustful passions like those who don't know God. The body is a temple of the Holy Spirit and should glorify God, not sexual immorality.
3. Believers must prepare daily to battle lust and fight desire with the superior pleasure found in God. Lust should be replaced by embracing the healing and grace of Jesus Christ.
A verse by verse commentary on Acts chapter 9 dealing with the conversion of Saul who became Paul the Apostle.It covers the early history of Paul and then the miracle of Peter in raising Dorcas from the dead.
Muhummed The Natural Successor To Christ (Ahmed Deedat)zakir2012
1) This document discusses Muhammad as the natural successor to Jesus Christ, citing both the Quran and Bible.
2) It argues that Muhammad fulfilled prophecies of Jesus and previous prophets, and that God chooses prophets using His own standards rather than human ones.
3) Key points made include that Muhammad succeeded Jesus chronologically and by being chosen by God, and that he brought God's guidance to perfection as foretold.
Muhammed the natural_successor_to_christHelmon Chan
This document discusses Muhammad as the natural successor to Jesus Christ. It provides context about different types of succession and argues that Muhammad succeeded Jesus chronologically, by being chosen by God, by fulfilling prophecies, and by bringing divine guidance to perfection. It notes that Muhammad was from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca and born around 570 CE. The document examines God's selection of past prophets like Moses and Jesus and argues they did not meet conventional standards of wisdom or status but were uniquely chosen by God. It presents Muhammad, who was illiterate, as another example of God choosing an unexpected candidate to deliver the divine message.
This document provides an alternative interpretation of the biblical story of Ruth. It argues that Ruth, Boaz, and Naomi represent prophetic types related to the end times, not Jesus, the church, and Judaism as commonly interpreted. Specifically, it claims Boaz represents the Antichrist and Ruth represents those in bondage to religious systems rather than experiencing true spiritual freedom in Christ. Several clues from the text are presented to support interpreting the story as referring prophetically to the end times period after Jesus.
This is a study of how the stripes of Jesus become the source of healing. There are different views of what this means and it is great interest to read them.
This is a collection of writings that focus on the old man Simeon who was told by the Holy Spirit he would not die until he beheld the promised Messiah, and he did hold baby JESUS.
1 3 - overcome a spirit of jealousy. 22 may. 2011PLCMC CS
The high priests and Sadducees were filled with jealousy because the apostles' teaching was adding more believers to their number. In their jealousy, they had the apostles arrested and put in jail. However, an angel freed the apostles during the night and told them to continue preaching. When the priests discovered the apostles teaching again, they wanted to kill them but did not because of the people. Peter told the priests they must obey God rather than men. To cure jealousy, one must check their love and growth in God, let the Holy Spirit guide them, and apply God's medicine through exercising their freedom in Christ and fighting the sinful nature with God's spirit.
This is a study of Jesus humiliating His opponents. He healed on the Sabbath and was criticized for it, but He humiliated them by telling them they do for their donkeys what He did in healing the sick woman, and they felt ashamed.
The document summarizes a debate between Christians and Muslims on television in South Africa about their respective religions. It notes that the Muslims on the panel expressed belief in Jesus as a prophet, which surprised many Christian viewers. The rest of the document discusses how the Quran portrays Jesus and Mary in a reverent light, mentioning them frequently and with honorific titles. It asserts that the Quran's teachings about them could not have been plagiarized by Muhammad since he was illiterate.
4 our journey of faith the exodus patterns provocation of grace & tree o...Douglas Maughan
This document discusses the Exodus motif found in the Book of Mormon. It provides examples of stories that parallel the biblical Exodus story, such as Lehi's family leaving Jerusalem and crossing the ocean. The document also explains how the Nephites saw their own experiences of leaving their lands and traveling as expressions of their spiritual journey, comparing themselves to the Israelites who wandered in the wilderness. Additionally, it explores the concept of the Israelites rejecting God's grace during the provocation in the wilderness, and how this relates to the pride cycle of blessings followed by wickedness found throughout the Book of Mormon.
The document summarizes a debate on Christianity and Islam that was broadcast on television in South Africa. It notes that the Muslim participants were more accommodating of Jesus than the Christian participants were of Muhammad. It then discusses how the Quran portrays Jesus with great honor, referring to him by various names and titles more than 25 times. It emphasizes that Muslims must believe in Jesus as a prophet and messenger of God. The document highlights how the Quran and Muslims revere Mary, the mother of Jesus. It traces the story of Mary's birth and upbringing according to Islamic tradition.
The document provides commentary on Paul's words in Philippians 4:12 about learning to be content in any circumstance. It summarizes that [1] Paul had learned through experience and spiritual maturity to live above his circumstances, [2] the six things Paul lists refer to physical/material needs not spiritual needs, and [3] Paul's sufficiency came from his union with Christ who strengthened him, not from his own abilities. It uses various biblical references to support its interpretation.
The document provides a summary and interpretation of Revelation chapter 6, which describes the opening of the seven seals of a book by Jesus. Each seal reveals a horse and rider representing a major period in the history of the church. The first four seals depict the early, pure church followed by periods of persecution, corruption through worldliness, and the establishment of the papacy leading to the slaughter of believers. The fifth seal shows martyrs crying out under God's altar. The sixth seal portrays signs in nature and the wicked recognizing Jesus' imminent return. The seventh seal signals silence in heaven as beings depart to gather the redeemed from Earth.
This document provides an overview and table of contents for the book "Pulling Down Strongholds" by Derek Prince. The introduction discusses how there is an invisible spiritual war between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan, and that Christians are automatically involved in this war as citizens of God's kingdom. The book is divided into three parts that will examine the nature of spiritual warfare, how to defeat Satan's strongholds, and how to tear down modern strongholds that are a source of conflict.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given on Philippians 1:1. It discusses the key themes of joy and being servants/slaves of Christ. Some main points:
- True joy comes from being at peace with God and others, not from circumstances. It is a gift from God produced by the Holy Spirit.
- Believers are called to be bond-servants or slaves of Christ, willingly submitting to his authority like an Old Testament slave. Paul referred to himself as a bond-servant, though he had great status and credentials.
- At the judgment seat of Christ, believers will be evaluated for rewards based on the eternal works and motives, not saved or unsaved.
The document summarizes the witness and martyrdom of the apostle Paul. It describes how Paul was sentenced to death by Nero and beheaded as a Roman citizen outside of Rome. It discusses Paul facing his execution with courage, joy, and forgiveness for his murderers. It highlights how Paul's faithful witness even in death strengthened many early Christians and led some of the spectators to accept Christianity.
Michael Burns gave a presentation on The Resurrection World View at the 2015 ICEC at York College in York, Nebraska June 19 and 20, 2015. The class included a historical analysis of the concept of resurrection, an in-depth analysis of the evidence for the resurrection, but also emphasized the implications, both personally and for the entire human condition which comes with the resurrection of Jesus. The power point is attached. The audio for this and for all the classes from the 2015 ICEC will be available within a week at www.ipibooks.com
1. The document discusses whether Jesus truly lived on earth and examines evidence from both secular and biblical sources.
2. Several sources referenced, including Roman historians Tacitus and Josephus, acknowledge Jesus as a historical figure who lived in 1st century Judea and was executed under Pontius Pilate.
3. The New Testament texts themselves, dating from 40-70 AD, are considered reliable historical sources that were written within the lifetimes of eyewitnesses by the authors cited in the documents.
The document provides an overview and summary of Paul's letter to the Philippians, with a focus on the theme of joy. It discusses how joy is a gift from God and is experienced through believing in God's son, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and obeying God's word. It also notes how joy can be deepened through trials. The summary then briefly introduces Paul and Timothy as bond servants of Christ who viewed themselves as slaves of the Lord.
What is death? What is life? Why is it true that we cannot truly live until we accept our mortality? How did the resurrection of Jesus Christ forever defeat death? Who is Jesus Christ and how was He able to accomplish what no other person in the history of man accomplished? What will happen to you when you die?
Paul the Apostle and Theologian.ppt Pauline EpistlesRaymond Mortel
The document provides background information on Paul the Apostle and theologian. It discusses his hometown of Tarsus, his Roman citizenship, his trade as a tentmaker, and being "brought up" in Jerusalem. It then summarizes the key events in Acts surrounding Saul's persecution of Christians and his conversion on the road to Damascus. The rest of the document analyzes the themes and theology of Paul's letters in the New Testament.
The document summarizes the key messages from Jesus to seven churches in Revelation chapters 2-3. It discusses how each church represents a different era of Christian history. The main points are:
1) The seven churches (Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea) each received messages from Jesus about knowing their works, overcoming, and listening to the Holy Spirit.
2) Each church era faced different challenges like losing love, persecution, compromise, apostasy, reformation, and lukewarmness.
3) Jesus promises rewards to the "overcomers" in each church like access to the tree of
This document discusses the book of Hebrews and its prophetic characteristics. It argues that Hebrews was intended as a prophetic exhortation delivered orally, like a sermon, rather than a traditional letter. The document outlines how Hebrews alternates between warnings and encouragement, focuses on elevating Jesus, and uses a chiastic structure. It suggests the author was calling a group of Roman Christians to remain faithful to Jesus despite the risks of persecution and temptation to return to Judaism.
The apostle Paul would disagree with Prosperity Theology based on several biblical passages. Paul suffered greatly for spreading the gospel, as did other apostles and early Christians. Jesus and his disciples lived in poverty and humility. The Bible warns that wealth can become a snare and distract from God. True prosperity comes from God and should be used to help others and spread the gospel, not for personal gain.
The document discusses the persecution and suffering of Christians throughout the world and throughout history. It provides statistics on the number of Christians killed for their faith each day and countries where Christians face persecution. It discusses how Christians should respond to persecution by standing firm in their faith, resisting evil, and finding comfort and strength in God. It also notes that persecution is promised for those who follow Christ and live godly lives.
During the period from 300-500 AD:
- Emperor Constantine legalized Christianity and convened the Council of Nicaea to address heresies like Arianism.
- Desert monks like Anthony and Pachomius established monastic communities for ascetic living.
- Scholars like Jerome translated the Bible into Latin with his Vulgate translation.
- Theologians like Augustine wrote influential works addressing issues like free will and interpreting the fall of Rome.
- By 500 AD, Christianity had become the dominant religion in the Roman Empire.
This is a study of Jesus as a respecter of women. He was accepting them on the same level as his male disciples. They ministered with Him and followed Him everywhere supporting His ministry.
This document provides an overview of significant events and developments in the Christian church between AD 100-300. It discusses the rise of false teachings like Gnosticism and Marcionism and the response of early Christian apologists in defending orthodox doctrine. It also describes changes in church structure as leadership roles became more clearly defined and congregations began meeting in dedicated buildings. Important figures that defended the faith through their writings and martyrdom are highlighted, including Justin Martyr, Polycarp, Irenaeus, Tertullian, Perpetua, and Origen. The document also discusses Roman persecution of Christians in the mid-3rd century over refusal to participate in imperial birthday celebrations that involved pagan sacrifices.
The document provides an overview of several major world religions including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. It discusses their origins, key figures, beliefs, holy texts, and important locations. For Judaism it summarizes the early history beginning with Abraham, settlements in Palestine, and the diaspora following the destruction of temples in Jerusalem. For Christianity it outlines the life of Jesus, the spread of the religion through figures like the Apostles and Paul, and its adoption as the official Roman empire religion.
The document discusses the symbolism and historical fulfillment of the first four seals of Revelation chapter 6.
1) The first seal represents the early apostolic church going forth conquering with the gospel through righteousness and victory.
2) The second seal represents the time of persecution in the Roman Empire against Christians.
3) The third seal portrays the spiritual decline and compromise during the Middle Ages as the Papal church commercialized religion.
4) The fourth seal symbolizes the corrupted and decomposed state of the established Christian church during the medieval period, bringing famine, plague, death and war.
The document discusses the Methodist Church and the early Christian church. It defines the ecclesia as the whole body of the redeemed who are associated together, and can refer to both a particular local church like the church of God at Corinth as well as the universal or worldwide church. It notes that members of the early church were commanded to organize with constitutions, laws, officers, ordinances and discipline, and that members joined together with their children and all who profess true religion.
1) Stewardship refers to the careful and responsible management of something that has been entrusted to one's care, such as property or an organization.
2) The document discusses different areas of stewardship including the church, family, our bodies, our neighbors, and property in general.
3) Effective stewardship involves using the talents and resources God has given us to serve and care for others.
1) A grateful heart has many benefits including focusing on God rather than oneself, recognizing God as provider, and leaving no room for complaining.
2) Practicing gratitude can improve family health and happiness by strengthening relationships and increasing empathy.
3) The Bible encourages gratitude to God for his enduring mercy shown throughout history and in daily blessings.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses the importance of Christian fellowship and assembling together as believers. It provides two key Bible verses that speak to this: 1 John 1:7, which talks about having fellowship with one another through walking in the light, and Hebrews 10:25, which instructs believers not to forsake assembling together and to exhort one another. It emphasizes that assembling together is God's appointed means of bringing His children into unity and helping, strengthening, and encouraging one another, especially as the day of God's return approaches.
God created the first family and wants the home to be a symbol of heaven. When a husband and wife bear marriage responsibilities together with Jesus Christ as their guide, they can find happiness in their union that is approved by God. The blessing of God is present in homes where couples are united under Christ's control and spirit. Society depends on strong families, and the well-being of communities, churches and nations stem from influences in the home. Home should cultivate love, sympathy and courtesy to create a little heaven on earth.
The document discusses what it means to be a mature Christian and move from being a spiritual baby/child to an adult. It provides several Bible passages that encourage believers to continue growing in their faith and move beyond basic doctrines to a deeper understanding. Some key aspects of maturity discussed include: examining yourself to know where you are spiritually, understanding what God has done for and in believers, allowing God to accomplish greater things through believers, and believers' responsibility to bear fruit for God. The goal is to leave basic teachings and "go on to perfection."
This document provides guidance on keeping one's heart and mind focused on positive things. It discusses 8 guidelines from Philippians 4:8 on thinking about whatever is true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report, virtuous, and praiseworthy. It cautions against dwelling on negative thoughts and having preconceived notions without facts. The document also discusses the "Jonah syndrome" of being displeased with God's mercy and the parable of the prodigal son, contrasting the elder brother's lack of joy at his return.
The document discusses visions that Daniel received about four beasts rising from the sea and a little horn power. It summarizes that the fourth beast was Rome which had ten horns and a little horn emerged that uprooted three horns and had human-like eyes and a boastful mouth. It was given power for a time, times, and half a time (1260 years). The visions also involved a ram and male goat, which represented the kingdoms of Medo-Persia and Greece. The male goat overpowered the ram and a little horn emerged that grew exceedingly powerful but not through its own power and it persecuted God's people for 1260 years.
The document discusses the Watchtower doctrine regarding the 144,000. It states that the Watchtower teaches that only 144,000 humans will go to heaven to rule as kings, based on a misunderstanding of Revelation chapters 7 and 14. Most Jehovah's Witnesses believe they will live forever on earth rather than go to heaven. It also explains differences between the lists of the 12 tribes of Israel mentioned in the Bible and those mentioned as being sealed in Revelation 7.
Marriage was one of the first institutions created by God along with the Sabbath. It was created to reflect the love between God and his people. The Ten Commandments establish boundaries for marriage, defining it as a sacred union between one man and one woman. Jesus affirmed this definition and that God's intention was for marriage to precede family. To have a successful marriage, spouses must pattern their relationship after God's love by being selfless and faithful to each other as Christ is to the church. All of God's institutions, including marriage, were created out of his love for humanity.
The document discusses the nature and existence of evil spirits from a biblical perspective. It provides several biblical passages that describe evil spirits as fallen angels led by Satan that dwell on earth and influence humans. It discusses historical accounts of people communicating with or being possessed by evil spirits, as well as biblical stories where spiritual beings opposed Moses, Daniel and Joseph and their ability to interpret dreams and perform miracles. The document argues that only God and his representatives have the power to perform supernatural acts and that idolatry and spiritism involve communicating with devils rather than God.
This document discusses the differences between gifts and talents, and how they relate to spiritual gifts from God. It provides several Bible passages that illustrate how God gives spiritual gifts to His people to glorify Him and benefit the church. While people can give physical gifts, only God can bestow spiritual talents and abilities. The document emphasizes that within the diversity of gifts in the church, there should be unity and harmony as all members work together under Christ as the head. It concludes with a call to prayer.
This document discusses the difference between gifts and talents. It provides definitions for both gifts and talents from sources like dictionaries. It also examines perspectives on gifts and talents from the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy writings. Key points made include:
- Gifts are things given willingly without payment, while talents refer to natural abilities or skills.
- God gives each person talents or abilities, but it is up to the individual to develop their character and use their talents wisely.
- Parable of the talents shows God expects us to use the talents He has given us and not let them go to waste.
- Developing character and using talents for God requires effort, self-denial and overcoming defects
Elder Willan Superville discusses the need for personal reflection and change. As Christians partake in communion, they should listen to the Holy Spirit speak about their sanctification towards God and others. True change involves surrendering to God's will and being humble like Christ. Jesus counseled developing character change by first cleansing the inner self. During the Last Supper, Jesus washed the disciples' feet to teach humility and that no one is above serving others. The ordinance of communion allows believers to acknowledge wrongs, confess sins, and experience spiritual change as the Holy Spirit softens hearts.
This document provides a summary of doctrinal education on character change focusing on proper use of the tongue. It begins by explaining that character is developed through diligent lifelong effort, not inheritance or accident. It then examines scripture passages in James and Proverbs regarding the power of the tongue to give life or death and how it reveals the state of one's character and heart. The document analyzes physically how the tongue functions and spiritually how scripture teaches about controlling speech and avoiding evil or deceitful words. It emphasizes that whatever is in the heart will be expressed in speech and actions.
The document discusses the importance of liver health and lists several foods that can help support liver function, including carrots, beets, olive oil, lemon juice, green tea, turmeric, leafy greens, avocado, garlic, and spinach. It explains that the liver plays a major role in metabolism and detoxification. Maintaining healthy liver function is important for overall health since other organs depend on it. The foods mentioned contain antioxidants and other compounds that can help prevent liver disease and reduce inflammation. The document stresses that the body and mind must be subordinated to God to achieve health.
The physical creation of genesis is reflective of systematic theologyZebach SDA Church
This document outlines how the seven pillars of systematic theology directly correspond to the seven days of creation in Genesis.
It discusses each of the seven pillars - the doctrine of God, the depravity of man, the work of the Holy Spirit, justification, sanctification, the judgment, and the Sabbath - mapping them to events in Genesis 1 and providing biblical support.
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Faithful women in history
1. Faithful Women in History
CHRISTIAN MARTYRS AND THEIR LEGACY.
Nadaryah Gomez
2. We are told in scripture that in the world we will have tribulation. Jn.16:33
Says;
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world
ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”
Also in Ps 91:15-16 we are told
“He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver
him, and honour him.”
Ps 138:7 says
“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth
thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies.”
3. 2 Cor 7:4-6
4 Great is my boldness of speech toward you, great is my glorying of you: I am
filled with comfort, I am exceeding joyful in all our tribulation.
5 For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were
troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears.
6 Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by
the coming of Titus.”
4. What is Tribulation? NOUN
(tribulations)
a cause of great trouble or suffering:
"the tribulations of being a megastar"
synonyms: problems · troubles · difficulties · misfortunes · strains ·
[more]
trials · tribulations · trials and tribulations · worries · anxieties · concerns · pain · suffering ·
hardship · misery · woe · affliction · distress · disquiet · malaise · headaches · probs · hassles ·
travails
a state of great trouble or suffering:
"his time of tribulation was just beginning"
synonyms: trouble · worry · anxiety · burden · cross to bear ·
[more]
5. There may be things that we may face from day to day, but we must not give
up.
Rom 5:3-5 tells us
“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation
worketh patience;
4 And patience, experience; and experience, hope:
5 And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in
our hearts by the Holy Ghost”
6. Rom 8:35-39
“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or
persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?
36 As it is written, for thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as
sheep for the slaughter.
37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor
powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from
the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
7. 1 Peter 1:7 -Says
“ That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that
perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour
and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:”
Rom 12:12 “Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer”
2 Thess 1:4
“So that we ourselves glory in you in the churches of God for your patience and
and faith in all your persecutions and tribulations that ye endure”
8. 1 Peter 5:7-10
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion,
walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:
9 Whom resist steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are
accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
10 But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ
Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen,
settle you.”
9. The faithfulness of Easter. EST 4:16
“Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan,
and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night
or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go
in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I
perish, I perish.”
10. The faithfulness of Ruth. Ruth 1:3-5,16
“ And Elimelech Naomi's husband died; and she was left,
and her two sons.
4 And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the
name of the one was Orpah, and the name of the other
Ruth: and they dwelled there about ten years.
5 And Mahlon and Chilion died also both of them; and the
woman was left of her two sons and her husband.
Vs16-- And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to
return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I
will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people
shall be my people, and thy God my God.”
11. Felicitas (101 – 162)
Her life is celebrated on November 23 by both the
Roman Catholic and Orthodox Churches. She and her
seven sons were all martyred in Rome. Her
tremendous conversion efforts were noticed by the
pagan priests who then notified the Emperor. Before
being martyred, she witnessed the death of each of
her sons. The authorities gave her the opportunity to
recant her witness after each son’s death, but she
refused.
12. Cecilia (~ 176)
Cecilia was a noblewoman in Rome who vowed with her
newfound faith to a life of celibacy. That was not her
father’s plan and she was forced to marry instead. Her
martyrdom came under Emperor Marcus Aurelius. First,
both her brothers were arrested and killed for refusing to
sacrifice to the gods. After Cecilia was found to have
converted more than 400 people, she was condemned to
die by heat (or suffocation) in the Roman baths. The fires
were struck and after a full day she didn’t even sweat. An
executioner came to behead her. He tried three times but
could not complete it. After three days she bleed to her
death but never recanted her faith.
13. Blandina (162 – 177)
Blandina also died during the reign of Emperor Marcus
Aurelius in the city of Lyon in Asia Minor. Blandina was
arrested along with other Christians. She was a slave and
not a Roman citizen. This is important because if she were a
Roman citizen her death would not include torture. A quick
beheading should be her fate. Instead, she withstood so
much torture that it is said the perpetrators became tired
under her strength. Finally, she was taken to an
amphitheatre and bound to a stake. Wild animals were let
loose. However, they did not touch her. Days past and
finally, she was killed by throwing her in front of a wild steer.
14. Perpetua (- 203)
Perpetua died in modern day Tunisia in Northern Africa
(Carthage at the time). It was Emperor Septimius
Severus’s son’s birthday and Perpetua was one of several
new Christian converts rounded up to celebrate the
special day in a display of horrible violence. It’s not known
whether Severus was even involved. We do know that he
put forward laws against conversion to Christianity.
Perpetua ultimately died by directing the gladiator’s
sword to her neck after being trampled and gored by bull
did not work.
15. Catherine of Alexandria (287- 305)
At only 18, Catherine was converting hundreds to Christianity. And,
when a persecution of Christians broke out, she tried to use her
influence as the daughter of the Alexandrian governor to
persuade the emperor. She goes to the emperor and accuses him
of cruel acts. He can’t believe her boldness and calls for 50 of the
best pagan philosophers to debate her over her Christian beliefs.
She wins and her fine crafted arguments even converts some of
the listeners. She’s imprisoned. 200 visitors come to see her
including the emperor’s wife. All are converted to Christianity.
She’s condemned to die by the breaking wheel but when she
touches it falls to pieces. In frustration, she is finally beheaded.
16. Lucia of Syracuse (283 – 304)
The Diocletianic Persecution is also called the Great
Persecution because it was the worst. Emperor Diocletian
had the goal of wiping away Christianity forever. Lucia was
one of thousands and thousands of people killed for their
faith between 303 up until the toleration verdict by
Constantine in 313. Lucia refused to burn incense in
worship of the governor of Syracuse so she was sentenced
to die. When the guards came to take her, they couldn’t
move her. They tried using an ox but she would not budge.
Then, they attempted to light her on fire where she sat,
assembling straw around her. She wouldn’t burn. Finally,
she died by sword.
17. Magdalene of Nagasaki (1611- October
16, 1634)
Magdalene would follow her parents as a martyr. Her
parents died in 1620. During this period in Japan,
Christianity was outlawed and the penalty was death.
Since she was only 9 when she lost her parents, she
received much counsel from two Augustinian friars
who were also martyred. At the age of 23, she
decided to surrender to authorities and publicly
declare herself a follower of Jesus. After 13 days of
torture, she was strangled to death in a hole upside
down.
18. Narcissa Prentiss Whitman (March 14,
1808 – Nov 29, 1847)
Narcissa served as a missionary to the Oregon territory. She was
the first white woman to make the journey. She wanted to bring
the message of Jesus to the native Cayuse and Nez Perce tribes in
what is now Walla Walla Washington. There was already a fort
near their mission site and she and her husband Marcus, a doctor,
were to care for and evangelize the tribal people. They spent 11
years in ministry. They ended up dying by the hand of Tiloukaikt
and his men because of their suspicion of the white people not
dying of measles like his people, something that was more than
unfortunate since immunity due to past exposure had everything
to do with the reason.
19. Lucy Yi Zhenmei (December 9, 1815 –
February 19, 1862)
Lucy was born to a Catholic family in China. She committed
her life to Christ at a young age and worked to support her
family as well as teaching the women at her parish. She
was enthusiastic about evangelism despite the dangers she
knew about if the authorities discovered her fervor. In 1861,
she worked with Father Wen Nair to establish a mission in
Jiashan Long. In that area, the provincial governor began
to arrest Christians and ask them to renounce their faith.
Father Nair and others in the mission, including Lucy, were
arrested and sentenced to death without a trial. They all
were beheaded the next day.
20. Olympia Morata
Olympia Morata, I must confess, is my personal favorite of
all these women. Her life was tragically short, but a brilliant
testimony to her faith and her incredible breadth and depth
of learning. Her father was an Italian scholar, and brought
her up so that by the age of 12, she was called as a
companion and tutor to the young Anna d’Este of Ferrara,
the future wife of the (infamous) François, Duc de Guise.
During her time at the court of Ferrara, she was invited to
lecture to the court in Greek and Latin! After leaving court
to care for her declining father, she fell out of favor with the
Duke. It seems that it was during this time that these
convictions, previously held more intellectually along with
her broad philosophical and literary interests, now
awakened in her a true and living faith in Jesus Christ, and
marked a turning point in her life. It was also during this
time that Andreas Grunthler, a Reformed German doctor,
classically-trained and a lover of literature, sought her hand
in marriage.
21. Olympia fell passionately in love with him, and they married
around 1550. Life was not easy, as they travelled back to Germany
where her husband hoped to find a position in a university. They
met with persecution, were even imprisoned, and barely escaped
with their lives before finally finding peace in Heidelberg. Her
health suffered as a result, and when the Elector Palatine offered
her the incredible position of lecturing at a university, she seems
to have turned it down. She died shortly thereafter, followed by
her husband and her little brother. Olympia’s faith seems to have
only grown stronger throughout her life and its trials. During her
life, she wrote dialogues, Latin and Greek letters (including love
letters in Latin to her husband!), a popular Greek psalter, and
more. Theodore de Beze, himself one of the Reformation’s
greatest classicists and theologians, even wrote a eulogy for her.
Her short but faithful life was well-summed up in her own words
when she wrote, “There is no part of the world so distant that we
would not be glad to live in it, if we could but serve God there
with full liberty of conscience.” (The Life of Olympia Morata, 128.)
22. SUMMARY
The way we ought to live as Christian women, Heb 12:1-2
“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of
witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily
beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
2 looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy
that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set
down at the right hand of the throne of God”
23. Titus 2:1-5
“But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:
2 That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in
patience.
3 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not
false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;
4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love
their children,
5 To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands,
that the word of God be not blasphemed.”
24. We are to be thankful for the knowledge of the Truth.
2 Cor 2:14
“Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and
maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.”
1 Tim 6:12
“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also
called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.”
AMEN.