The document discusses experiencing the love of God as our Heavenly Father. It explores how our perceptions of God are often shaped by our earthly fathers and experiences of abandonment or lack of affection. Living as slaves rather than sons stems from not internalizing the Father's unconditional love. The document advocates for healing from wounds through reconciling with the Father's love as shown through Jesus. This allows us to live freely as beloved sons and daughters instead of in performance or shame.
God has established delegated authority in several spheres including the family, church, and government. In the family, the father has authority as head of the household and husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church. Wives are to submit to their husbands and children are to obey their parents. In the church, Christ is the head and he has established leaders with authority such as pastors, evangelists, and teachers. Believers are to submit to these God-appointed authorities and the local church is to have sovereignty over its own affairs.
The document summarizes key aspects of Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians. It discusses Paul setting a true Christ-like example through thankful prayers, work of faith, labour of love, and steadfast hope. Paul established a tender relationship with believers like a nursing mother or father. He provided a transforming hope by outlining the life, love, and limitless future found in hope. Finally, Paul offered tips on Christian living including alertness, attitudes, and things to avoid.
The document discusses the identity of Jesus Christ based on passages from the Bible. It asserts that Jesus is God incarnate, who took on human form to sacrifice himself for humanity's sins. The cry of Jesus on the cross, "My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?" represented him experiencing the punishment for humanity's sins in our place, as the perfect substitute and fulfillment of prophecies about the Lamb of God.
Wednedsay Night Series - "How People Change", Week 5CLADSM
The document discusses how people respond sinfully to life's blessings and difficulties. It examines passages from Ephesians and 2 Corinthians about not living like Gentiles and having future glory. People tend to respond in "thorny" ways like denial, avoidance, escape, magnification of struggles, hypersensitivity, returning evil for evil, and feeling bogged down. However, Christians should recognize these patterns humbly through God's grace and not become discouraged, as God provides what is needed for change.
This Presentation is meant to warn people who desire to remain imperfect in their Christianity and encourage those who desire to be perfected in Christ Jesus.
1) The document discusses how through baptism, we become sons and daughters of God. However, many Christians do not understand the significance of this identity.
2) It explains that having an accurate sense of identity as children of God allows us to live without worry and with purpose, bearing our Father's authority and inheriting all that He has.
3) As sons and daughters of God, we have authority as His representatives, will inherit all of heaven, and have direct access to our Father through prayer. Understanding our identity transforms how we live as Christians.
The document discusses the importance of purity and defines it as being cleansed from contamination and immorality. It suggests that purity comes from having integrity and consistency between one's outward and inward character. The proliferation of internet pornography is highlighted as a threat to purity. Maintaining purity is said to involve guarding one's heart, fleeing lustful desires, and focusing on holiness rather than worldly things. Several Bible verses are presented advising keeping sexually pure by honoring one's calling from God and hiding His word in one's heart to not sin.
The document discusses experiencing the love of God as our Heavenly Father. It explores how our perceptions of God are often shaped by our earthly fathers and experiences of abandonment or lack of affection. Living as slaves rather than sons stems from not internalizing the Father's unconditional love. The document advocates for healing from wounds through reconciling with the Father's love as shown through Jesus. This allows us to live freely as beloved sons and daughters instead of in performance or shame.
God has established delegated authority in several spheres including the family, church, and government. In the family, the father has authority as head of the household and husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church. Wives are to submit to their husbands and children are to obey their parents. In the church, Christ is the head and he has established leaders with authority such as pastors, evangelists, and teachers. Believers are to submit to these God-appointed authorities and the local church is to have sovereignty over its own affairs.
The document summarizes key aspects of Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians. It discusses Paul setting a true Christ-like example through thankful prayers, work of faith, labour of love, and steadfast hope. Paul established a tender relationship with believers like a nursing mother or father. He provided a transforming hope by outlining the life, love, and limitless future found in hope. Finally, Paul offered tips on Christian living including alertness, attitudes, and things to avoid.
The document discusses the identity of Jesus Christ based on passages from the Bible. It asserts that Jesus is God incarnate, who took on human form to sacrifice himself for humanity's sins. The cry of Jesus on the cross, "My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?" represented him experiencing the punishment for humanity's sins in our place, as the perfect substitute and fulfillment of prophecies about the Lamb of God.
Wednedsay Night Series - "How People Change", Week 5CLADSM
The document discusses how people respond sinfully to life's blessings and difficulties. It examines passages from Ephesians and 2 Corinthians about not living like Gentiles and having future glory. People tend to respond in "thorny" ways like denial, avoidance, escape, magnification of struggles, hypersensitivity, returning evil for evil, and feeling bogged down. However, Christians should recognize these patterns humbly through God's grace and not become discouraged, as God provides what is needed for change.
This Presentation is meant to warn people who desire to remain imperfect in their Christianity and encourage those who desire to be perfected in Christ Jesus.
1) The document discusses how through baptism, we become sons and daughters of God. However, many Christians do not understand the significance of this identity.
2) It explains that having an accurate sense of identity as children of God allows us to live without worry and with purpose, bearing our Father's authority and inheriting all that He has.
3) As sons and daughters of God, we have authority as His representatives, will inherit all of heaven, and have direct access to our Father through prayer. Understanding our identity transforms how we live as Christians.
The document discusses the importance of purity and defines it as being cleansed from contamination and immorality. It suggests that purity comes from having integrity and consistency between one's outward and inward character. The proliferation of internet pornography is highlighted as a threat to purity. Maintaining purity is said to involve guarding one's heart, fleeing lustful desires, and focusing on holiness rather than worldly things. Several Bible verses are presented advising keeping sexually pure by honoring one's calling from God and hiding His word in one's heart to not sin.
The document discusses 7 things that give Christians joy according to the book of Philippians: 1) The joy of an obedient Christian life, 2) The joy of ministry, 3) The joy of answered prayer, 4) The joy of discipleship, 5) The joy of gentleness, 6) The joy of belonging to God's family, and 7) The joy of contentment. Each of these sources of joy is explained in 1-2 sentences with references to relevant Bible passages. The overall message is that true joy comes from living in obedience to God, serving him through ministry, trusting in his answers to prayer, making disciples, demonstrating gentleness, being part of his global family, and being content in
Realizing your personal destiny and call in Christ by Prof Thio - 19/11/11zionyaf
The document discusses various spiritual growth indicators and the process of being restored from a state of brokenness or captivity to becoming a conqueror. It examines rebuilding one's spirit, soul and body through the sanctifying work of God's word and spirit. Various city gates are described as metaphors for spiritual lessons like humility, transformation, purification and being empowered by the holy spirit through Jesus, the fountain of living water.
Sermon Slide Deck: "The Gift of Adoption" (Galatians 4:4-7)New City Church
Since we have been given the gift of adoption, to live as an orphan is no longer an option.
This message was given on October 18, 2015 at New City Church in Calgary by Pastor John Ferguson. For more info, please visit: www.newcitychurch.ca
Spiritual Warfare: The Nature of the Enemy (Part II)David Turner
1) Satan is real and seeks to devour believers like a roaring lion. He uses deception, temptation, and false doctrine to lead people into sin and away from God.
2) Believers are in a spiritual battle against Satan and his demons. They must depend on God and His strength, know Satan's schemes, and armor themselves with God's protection.
3) While Satan is powerful, Jesus has already won the ultimate victory over sin and death through His sacrifice. Believers share in Christ's triumph and cannot be separated from His love. Their salvation is found only through faith in Him.
The document summarizes key aspects of the book of Philippians from the New Testament. It discusses how Paul wrote Philippians around 62 AD while imprisoned to express love for the Philippians and encourage their spiritual growth. The main topic is developing the "mind of Christ" by cultivating a humble, focused, harmonious, joyful and peaceful mindset like Jesus through obedience, suffering, perseverance and gentleness.
The document is a Bible study guide for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time A. It provides commentary and reflections on the day's Scripture readings which include passages from Sirach, Psalm 119, 1 Corinthians, and Matthew. The readings focus on making wise choices, praying for guidance to follow God's laws, possessing divine wisdom through the Holy Spirit, and living a life of holiness beyond what is prescribed in the law. The document is intended to aid preparation for the Sunday liturgy and homily.
M2013 s43 raising our boys to become real men part 4 6 9-13 sermonJames Bradshaw
1) The document discusses how to raise boys to become real men, focusing on being a leader of one's household, having submissive children, being a Christian, having a good testimony with outsiders, and holding firmly to God's word.
2) It emphasizes the importance of ruling one's household with dignity, teaching children to honor and obey their parents, and having one's friends be believers rather than unbelievers.
3) To be considered a real man, one must be a Christian leader who is well thought of by non-Christians and firmly committed to the teachings of Scripture.
The document provides an overview and discussion of the book of Romans from the New Testament. It notes that Romans was written by the Apostle Paul around 56-57 AD to answer questions about salvation, predestination, God's sovereignty, and spiritual growth. Key points include that all have sinned and fall short of God's glory; salvation comes only through faith in God's righteousness; and believers should present their bodies as living sacrifices through holiness and transformed minds rather than conforming to the world.
John 1:6-13 Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us that we should be called children of God. Children get the Father's love. God's spirit dwells in His children. Children get to be like the Father. Children get corrected by the Father. Children receive the inheritance.
CHRISTIAN SUPERNATURAL TEACHINGS, BIBLE CLASS LESSONS, GOSPELS BY LEADER OLUMBA OLUMBA OBU, THE SUPERNATURAL TEACHER AND SOLE SPIRITUAL HEAD, BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
This document discusses spiritual warfare and the call to be soldiers for Christ. It outlines two types of spiritual warfare: 1) War with self by putting sin to death through the power of the Holy Spirit and focusing on spiritual things. 2) War with the world by fulfilling the Great Commission and spreading the gospel. It provides biblical examples of qualities of a good spiritual soldier, such as courage and faithfulness. The document also reviews the armor of God from Ephesians and emphasizes having the right mindset to not waste one's life but instead be intentional in following God's will.
Understand Why and How the Kingdom of Heaven Demands Force! Understands How To Exercise Your Authority in the Kingdom and Take What is Yours Valiantly!
The document discusses what it means to live according to the Spirit rather than the flesh. It states that those who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God, not slaves to fear. It describes how the Spirit testifies that believers are God's children and heirs with Christ. Living by the Spirit involves putting to death misdeeds of the body and being led by the Spirit rather than fleshly desires, ensuring eternal life rather than death.
The document discusses the key themes of Paul's letter to the Galatians. It notes that Galatians addresses deviations from the pure gospel that were occurring, with some Jews trying to impose traditions on Gentile believers. Paul argues that people are justified by faith in Christ, not by works of the law. The letter emphasizes that through faith in Christ, believers have been crucified with Christ and it is no longer they who live but Christ lives in them. Believers belong to Christ and are heirs according to God's promise.
Os Hillman and his daughter Charis Hillman Brown lead a session for Mercy Ministries in Nashville, March 2015. The topic is on how to overcome hindrances in life to fulfill your God-designed purpose.
Prepare For Battle: Spiritual Warfare (Part III)David Turner
The document discusses how Christians can prepare for spiritual battle against Satan. It recommends getting strength from God, knowing the enemy's schemes, and putting on the full armor of God described in Ephesians 6:11-17, which includes truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the word of God. Christians are urged to pray continually as a vital source of empowerment to stand against Satan and intercede for others facing attacks.
Class 5 Walking by the spirit - John MannellGLCBSLakeland
This document discusses walking by the Spirit and not using freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. It warns against legalism and license, and says freedom should be used as an opportunity to serve others. It contrasts the deeds of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit. It encourages keeping in step with the Spirit and restoring the fallen, like mending nets. It emphasizes unity in Christ and bearing one another's burdens.
Spiritual Warfare: Rescue From Worldliness (Part IV)David Turner
As Christians we need to be in the world, but not of the world. The world attempts to conform us to it's image. We must be on guard, remembering that we are not of this world, but a better world. This is Part IV of a series on Spiritual Warfare. Visit us at bibleguy.org
The document discusses the Gospel of Jesus Christ and salvation through faith alone. It explains that the Gospel is God's power to save all who believe, both Jews and Gentiles. It emphasizes that faith without works is dead, and that true faith will be demonstrated through obedience to God and love for others.
This document encourages believers to pray bold, ambitious prayers that are worthy of God's power and glory. It notes that God calls us to ask Him for "great and mighty things" we don't even know, and cites examples from the Bible of individuals like Jabez who asked God for big blessings. The document suggests praying for inheritance over nations and possession of the earth, and notes that the early church prayed earnestly for Peter's release from prison. The overall message is that Christians should pray God-sized prayers that reflect our faith in a BIG God who can do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think.
The document discusses 7 things that give Christians joy according to the book of Philippians: 1) The joy of an obedient Christian life, 2) The joy of ministry, 3) The joy of answered prayer, 4) The joy of discipleship, 5) The joy of gentleness, 6) The joy of belonging to God's family, and 7) The joy of contentment. Each of these sources of joy is explained in 1-2 sentences with references to relevant Bible passages. The overall message is that true joy comes from living in obedience to God, serving him through ministry, trusting in his answers to prayer, making disciples, demonstrating gentleness, being part of his global family, and being content in
Realizing your personal destiny and call in Christ by Prof Thio - 19/11/11zionyaf
The document discusses various spiritual growth indicators and the process of being restored from a state of brokenness or captivity to becoming a conqueror. It examines rebuilding one's spirit, soul and body through the sanctifying work of God's word and spirit. Various city gates are described as metaphors for spiritual lessons like humility, transformation, purification and being empowered by the holy spirit through Jesus, the fountain of living water.
Sermon Slide Deck: "The Gift of Adoption" (Galatians 4:4-7)New City Church
Since we have been given the gift of adoption, to live as an orphan is no longer an option.
This message was given on October 18, 2015 at New City Church in Calgary by Pastor John Ferguson. For more info, please visit: www.newcitychurch.ca
Spiritual Warfare: The Nature of the Enemy (Part II)David Turner
1) Satan is real and seeks to devour believers like a roaring lion. He uses deception, temptation, and false doctrine to lead people into sin and away from God.
2) Believers are in a spiritual battle against Satan and his demons. They must depend on God and His strength, know Satan's schemes, and armor themselves with God's protection.
3) While Satan is powerful, Jesus has already won the ultimate victory over sin and death through His sacrifice. Believers share in Christ's triumph and cannot be separated from His love. Their salvation is found only through faith in Him.
The document summarizes key aspects of the book of Philippians from the New Testament. It discusses how Paul wrote Philippians around 62 AD while imprisoned to express love for the Philippians and encourage their spiritual growth. The main topic is developing the "mind of Christ" by cultivating a humble, focused, harmonious, joyful and peaceful mindset like Jesus through obedience, suffering, perseverance and gentleness.
The document is a Bible study guide for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time A. It provides commentary and reflections on the day's Scripture readings which include passages from Sirach, Psalm 119, 1 Corinthians, and Matthew. The readings focus on making wise choices, praying for guidance to follow God's laws, possessing divine wisdom through the Holy Spirit, and living a life of holiness beyond what is prescribed in the law. The document is intended to aid preparation for the Sunday liturgy and homily.
M2013 s43 raising our boys to become real men part 4 6 9-13 sermonJames Bradshaw
1) The document discusses how to raise boys to become real men, focusing on being a leader of one's household, having submissive children, being a Christian, having a good testimony with outsiders, and holding firmly to God's word.
2) It emphasizes the importance of ruling one's household with dignity, teaching children to honor and obey their parents, and having one's friends be believers rather than unbelievers.
3) To be considered a real man, one must be a Christian leader who is well thought of by non-Christians and firmly committed to the teachings of Scripture.
The document provides an overview and discussion of the book of Romans from the New Testament. It notes that Romans was written by the Apostle Paul around 56-57 AD to answer questions about salvation, predestination, God's sovereignty, and spiritual growth. Key points include that all have sinned and fall short of God's glory; salvation comes only through faith in God's righteousness; and believers should present their bodies as living sacrifices through holiness and transformed minds rather than conforming to the world.
John 1:6-13 Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us that we should be called children of God. Children get the Father's love. God's spirit dwells in His children. Children get to be like the Father. Children get corrected by the Father. Children receive the inheritance.
CHRISTIAN SUPERNATURAL TEACHINGS, BIBLE CLASS LESSONS, GOSPELS BY LEADER OLUMBA OLUMBA OBU, THE SUPERNATURAL TEACHER AND SOLE SPIRITUAL HEAD, BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
This document discusses spiritual warfare and the call to be soldiers for Christ. It outlines two types of spiritual warfare: 1) War with self by putting sin to death through the power of the Holy Spirit and focusing on spiritual things. 2) War with the world by fulfilling the Great Commission and spreading the gospel. It provides biblical examples of qualities of a good spiritual soldier, such as courage and faithfulness. The document also reviews the armor of God from Ephesians and emphasizes having the right mindset to not waste one's life but instead be intentional in following God's will.
Understand Why and How the Kingdom of Heaven Demands Force! Understands How To Exercise Your Authority in the Kingdom and Take What is Yours Valiantly!
The document discusses what it means to live according to the Spirit rather than the flesh. It states that those who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God, not slaves to fear. It describes how the Spirit testifies that believers are God's children and heirs with Christ. Living by the Spirit involves putting to death misdeeds of the body and being led by the Spirit rather than fleshly desires, ensuring eternal life rather than death.
The document discusses the key themes of Paul's letter to the Galatians. It notes that Galatians addresses deviations from the pure gospel that were occurring, with some Jews trying to impose traditions on Gentile believers. Paul argues that people are justified by faith in Christ, not by works of the law. The letter emphasizes that through faith in Christ, believers have been crucified with Christ and it is no longer they who live but Christ lives in them. Believers belong to Christ and are heirs according to God's promise.
Os Hillman and his daughter Charis Hillman Brown lead a session for Mercy Ministries in Nashville, March 2015. The topic is on how to overcome hindrances in life to fulfill your God-designed purpose.
Prepare For Battle: Spiritual Warfare (Part III)David Turner
The document discusses how Christians can prepare for spiritual battle against Satan. It recommends getting strength from God, knowing the enemy's schemes, and putting on the full armor of God described in Ephesians 6:11-17, which includes truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the word of God. Christians are urged to pray continually as a vital source of empowerment to stand against Satan and intercede for others facing attacks.
Class 5 Walking by the spirit - John MannellGLCBSLakeland
This document discusses walking by the Spirit and not using freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. It warns against legalism and license, and says freedom should be used as an opportunity to serve others. It contrasts the deeds of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit. It encourages keeping in step with the Spirit and restoring the fallen, like mending nets. It emphasizes unity in Christ and bearing one another's burdens.
Spiritual Warfare: Rescue From Worldliness (Part IV)David Turner
As Christians we need to be in the world, but not of the world. The world attempts to conform us to it's image. We must be on guard, remembering that we are not of this world, but a better world. This is Part IV of a series on Spiritual Warfare. Visit us at bibleguy.org
The document discusses the Gospel of Jesus Christ and salvation through faith alone. It explains that the Gospel is God's power to save all who believe, both Jews and Gentiles. It emphasizes that faith without works is dead, and that true faith will be demonstrated through obedience to God and love for others.
This document encourages believers to pray bold, ambitious prayers that are worthy of God's power and glory. It notes that God calls us to ask Him for "great and mighty things" we don't even know, and cites examples from the Bible of individuals like Jabez who asked God for big blessings. The document suggests praying for inheritance over nations and possession of the earth, and notes that the early church prayed earnestly for Peter's release from prison. The overall message is that Christians should pray God-sized prayers that reflect our faith in a BIG God who can do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think.
John was one of Jesus's inner circle who was with him from the beginning. He took care of Mary after Jesus's death and authored the Gospel of John and the book of Revelation. As an elder in the church at Ephesus, John was exiled to the island of Patmos where he received a revelation from Jesus about what must soon take place.
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewi...Hatfield Christian Church
This document discusses the ideas of strength and honour. Strength refers to personal qualities while honour refers to respect in battle. It provides biblical sources that discuss drawing strength from God, his word, and remaining in him. It notes examples from the Bible where people were not alone even in difficult times and encourages remembering that God loves us. It concludes by discussing showing honour to others.
CHRISTIAN SUPERNATURAL TEACHINGS, BIBLE CLASS LESSONS, GOSPELS BY LEADER OLUMBA OLUMBA OBU, THE SUPERNATURAL TEACHER AND SOLE SPIRITUAL HEAD, BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
Even though we know prayer is vital, it’s not always the easiest habit to maintain. Jesus’ teaching on prayer is recorded in Scripture, so let’s look at His instructions and grow in this area.
God reveals himself through his word and by speaking directly to believers. There are two main methods for hearing God's voice: rational and spiritual discernment, which requires balancing the left and right sides of the brain. Five factors could impact one's ability to hear God clearly: emotions, spiritual condition, idols, unbelief, and confirming messages match scripture. Believers are called to develop a childlike faith and relationship with God by focusing on his word and living overflowing lives.
Slides from a day-long retreat on Persistent Prayer for Benedictine Oblates at St Scholastica Monastery, Duluth MN. Include clickable links to video of Fr William Meninger from Souljourners.
1) The document discusses the history and significance of communion and the Lord's Supper in the Bible and early church.
2) It describes how Jesus established the tradition of the Last Supper and its symbolism of bread and wine representing his body and blood.
3) It summarizes Paul's teachings to the Corinthians about properly discerning and partaking in communion as a unified community, rather than exacerbating divisions, to avoid bringing judgment on themselves.
This document discusses how God speaks to people. It begins by providing several Bible verses that express God's plan to guide and direct people. It then challenges the reader to consider their view of God. The main part of the document lists and describes the most common ways God speaks to people, which include through the Bible, visions, dreams, direct conversation in the mind, prophecy, third persons, circumstances, and strong conviction with peace. Each of these methods of communication from God is supported by one or more Bible verses. The overall document aims to explain how God guides individuals and communicates his will to them.
Do you desire to hear God's voice? How do you know when He's speaking? This study details the methods through which God speaks and the heart we must have in order to hear Him clearly.
The document outlines seven conditions for creating the right environment to hear from God: 1) Faith - trusting God with all your heart; 2) Humility - being guided by God when humble; 3) A clean heart - God will not listen if sins are not confessed; 4) Being still - waiting patiently for God without fretting; 5) Silencing our agenda - not relying on our own understanding but acknowledging God; 6) Silencing the enemy - submitting to God and resisting the devil; 7) Patience - as seen in the examples of King Saul and Daniel, patience is required as God's answers may not be immediate. Bible verses are provided for each condition.
SAJ @ the Movies - Princess Diaries 2 - Paul Gardnersajsaj
The passage compares being a child heir to a slave, as the heir owns everything but is controlled by guardians until adulthood. It then states that through faith, believers go from being slaves under sin to being sons of God, with his Spirit in their hearts calling him Father. God sent his Son when the time was right to redeem believers from the law so that they could receive all the rights of being sons.
1) The document discusses how through faith in Jesus Christ, believers become adopted children of God and heirs to his kingdom. They receive the Holy Spirit, which affirms their identity as God's children.
2) As God's children and heirs, believers have been given authority and should walk in their royal identity by focusing their thoughts, words, and actions on Christ and bringing his light to others.
3) Believers' inheritance through Christ includes sharing in God's glory both on earth and eternally in heaven. Their identity and possessions in the kingdom of God are secure through faith in him.
The document discusses the blessings of knowing God as our heavenly Father. It states that through the new birth experience and receiving the Holy Spirit, we become part of God's family and can call Him our Father. As children of God, we receive many blessings, including the ability to communicate with God through prayer. The document provides examples of praying in accordance with Jesus' teachings and outlines the privileges of being in God's family.
1. The passage discusses Paul's concern that the Galatians are returning to observance of the Law and Jewish customs instead of relying on their faith in Christ.
2. Paul argues that through faith in Christ, believers are no longer under guardians and managers like the Law, but are sons of God.
3. He pleads with the Galatians not to turn back to following weak and worthless principles of the world, and instead to fully embrace their identity in Christ.
1) Adoption refers to being made a son of God through receiving the Holy Spirit.
2) Only those indwelt by the Holy Spirit truly belong to Christ and are his sons.
3) It is the Holy Spirit dwelling in our hearts that enables us to cry "Abba, Father" and confirms our sonship.
4) Without the Holy Spirit, one cannot be considered a son of God or experience intimacy with him.
Lynda Bolton
John 1:11-13 Amplified Bible
Galatians 4: 1-7
Lynda refers to scenes from 3 movies in her sermon, Mrs. Doubtfire, I AM SAM and Jacob Chen – An Adoption Story. We couldn't provide you with the first two, but The Adoption Story can be viewed here.
http://gnli.christianpost.com/video/parenting-they-prayed-for-and-pursued-him-like-god-pursues-us-watch-what-happens-when-they-see-him-for-the-first-time-22298
Our goal for November is to tell people about what is happening at our organization. The document discusses the biblical concept of adoption, citing Ephesians 1:5 and Romans 8:15. Adoption means that through Jesus Christ, God predestined us to become his children according to his good pleasure and will. Being adopted, we have received the Spirit of adoption and can call God our Father.
This installment in the Christmas at the Movies has to do with the movie "Elf." In it, Will Farrell plays a human who was raised on the North Pole only to find that he doesn't belong with the other elves because he is clearly not like them. So he goes on a search to find himself, and as is true for anyone on such a search, he starts first by finding his father.
But our topic today puts a twist on this story. As we'll see, while Elf is a lovely Christmas film, in all reality is the exact opposite of what the true Christmas story really is.
This document discusses what it means for Christians to be adopted by God. It provides several Bible passages from Ephesians, Isaiah, Romans, and Psalms that describe the adoption. The document states that because Christians have been adopted, they should glorify God as their Father, call God their Father, and long to be with God in heaven. It contrasts the life of an unregenerate man with the life led by the Spirit of God, saying adopted Christians should live according to God's will.
The document contains passages from the Bible about prayer and the relationship between God and humanity. It discusses the Lord's Prayer and how Jesus taught his disciples to pray. It also explores the different names and concepts used to describe God, such as Father, Elohim, Jehovah, and Supreme Being. Additionally, it examines the idea of humanity being children of God or children of the devil based on their faith in Jesus Christ and obedience to God.
1. Believers are heirs of salvation, eternal life, and a heavenly inheritance according to scripture. They inherit these things through God's grace by faith in Jesus Christ.
2. Believers also inherit spiritual blessings as God's children, including an inheritance of riches in the saints mentioned in Ephesians.
3. As adopted sons and daughters of God, believers inherit the full rights of sonship, are no longer slaves but children, and joint heirs with Christ.
The document discusses the Aramaic word "Abba" meaning father, which is used to refer to God. It is mentioned 3 times in the Bible to express intimacy with God. The document also discusses how believers become sons of God through faith in Christ and receiving the Holy Spirit. As sons of God, believers are no longer slaves to fear but have an intimate relationship with God as their Father and are heirs through Christ if they suffer with him.
The document discusses what makes God a good father based on passages from the Bible. It says that God is always present and will never leave us nor forsake us. He knows how to discipline us for our benefit to make us holy. He also knows how to give good gifts to those who ask. Most importantly, the passages show that God loves us with an everlasting love.
The document discusses Paul's letter to the Galatians. It summarizes key points in chapters 3 and 4, including that Paul argues justification and sanctification are both by faith, not works of the law. It notes that in chapter 3, the law was a guardian until Christ, and now through faith we are no longer under guardianship. The Spirit of God's Son cries out in our hearts that we are sons. Without Christ, we were enslaved, but now through knowing God we have been set free.
Checks to Unconditional Covenants 5
Scriptural examples of adoption
Looking at the classic "proof" text for the "once in grace always in grace" crowd: Romans 9:4 Who are Israelites; to whom pertaineth the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service of God, and the promises;
The Scriptures clearly tell us that the time will come when some Christians in the body of Christ will not endure sound doctrine. All of us ought to separate the precious from the vile, the truth from the error and sound doctrine from fables. We cannot delegate this responsibility to anybody else. To this end we have been freely given the written word of God that by the grace of God through faith in his name we might be lead into all truth through the Holy Spirit.
I hope this series of meditations will help the word of God renew your mind and that you will be ready for the appearing of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Galatians 4:1-18 discusses how before coming to faith, believers were enslaved under weak spiritual forces. But now, through God's son, they have been adopted as sons and heirs. The passage warns against returning to following old spiritual ways or peers who want to turn believers away from the truth. It urges the Galatians to remain enthusiastic about good things even when Paul is not with them.
The document discusses the doctrine of adoption as children of God through faith in Jesus Christ. It explains that (1) believers who were once children of Satan are now adopted as sons and daughters of God, and (2) this adoption was predetermined by God according to his good pleasure and will. It then discusses how (3) believers can know they have this sonship through being led by the Spirit of God and having love for God and obedience to his commands.
The document discusses Paul's message in his letter to the Romans about salvation. It explores several key points:
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3. Living as a son or daughter
in the Father’s house
4. Galatians 4:4-5 (NLT)
But when the right time came, God sent His
Son, born of a woman, subject to the law.
God sent Him to buy freedom for us who
were slaves to the law, so that He could
adopt us as His very own children.
5. Galatians 4:6-7 (NLT)
And because we are His children, God has
sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts,
prompting us to call out, “Abba, Father.”
Now you are no longer a slave but God's
own child. And since you are His child, God
has made you His heir.
6. John 8:34-36 (NLT)
Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone
who sins is a slave of sin.
A slave is not a permanent member of the
family, but a son is part of the family forever.
So if the Son sets you free,
you are truly free.”
15. Romans 8:15-16 (NIV)
The Spirit you received does not make you
slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather,
the Spirit you received brought about your
adoption to sonship. And by him we cry,
“Abba, Father.” The Spirit himself testifies
with our spirit that we are God’s children.
(Teknon)
16. Romans 8:17-19 (NIV)
Now if we are children, then we are heirs – heirs
of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we
share in his sufferings in order that we may also
share in his glory.
I consider that our present sufferings are not
worth comparing with the glory that will be
revealed in us. The creation waits in eager
expectation for the children (Huios) of God to be
revealed.
17. How do I become a son?
• Agree
• Ask
• Allow
• Act