This document discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit. It begins by asking what conditions must be fulfilled to receive baptism and filling of the Holy Spirit, and what the results are. It then lists conditions like repentance, faith, persistence, and obedience. It explains that the Holy Spirit transforms our lives from being self-centered to being spirit-controlled, changing our desires from sinful to spiritual. While we must cooperate by surrendering to God's will, it is ultimately God who helps fulfill the conditions and brings about the transformed life through the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is described as a helper, advocate, and guide who convicts of sin and glorifies Christ. There is a distinction made between baptism into the body of Christ and baptism into the Spirit. Initial evidence of Spirit baptism includes speaking in tongues and manifesting the fruit of the Spirit. Gifts of the Spirit include knowledge, verbal, and power gifts and are operated by the Spirit's will to glorify Christ, not for human purposes.
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity who has been present since Creation. He is described through many symbols including wind, fire, a dove, and anointing with oil. The Holy Spirit gives gifts to believers and manifests Christ, making him present through the Church, sacraments, and helping believers understand and live out their faith.
This is a lesson in the Crossroads programme, a discipleship programme written by Dr Kevin Smith and offered by the South African Theological Seminary. This lesson is about the Person of the Holy Spirit.
This document discusses ways that Christians can relate to the Holy Spirit, including resisting, grieving, quenching, and blaspheming against the Holy Spirit. It explores what each of these mean based on passages from the Bible and Ellen White. Resisting refers to rejecting the Spirit's call, while grieving involves willful sinning. Quenching means being indifferent to biblical truths, and blasphemy is a deliberate and persistent rejection of Jesus' saving work. The document encourages submitting to, obeying, and accepting the sanctifying presence of the Holy Spirit.
The document discusses the nature of the Holy Spirit based on passages from the Bible. It argues that the Holy Spirit is a divine person, not just a force or power, based on several points:
1) Jesus described the Holy Spirit as another comforter like himself, implying the Spirit is a person of the same kind.
2) The Bible attributes personal characteristics to the Holy Spirit like having a will, making intercessions, speaking, and being grieved.
3) Seeing the Holy Spirit as a person rather than a power emphasizes our relationship with Him and allows Him to transform us more fully according to God's plans.
Who is the Holy Spirit? Learn more, including the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Take up the challenge by Pope Francis by praying to the Holy Spirit.
This document discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit. It begins by asking what conditions must be fulfilled to receive baptism and filling of the Holy Spirit, and what the results are. It then lists conditions like repentance, faith, persistence, and obedience. It explains that the Holy Spirit transforms our lives from being self-centered to being spirit-controlled, changing our desires from sinful to spiritual. While we must cooperate by surrendering to God's will, it is ultimately God who helps fulfill the conditions and brings about the transformed life through the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is described as a helper, advocate, and guide who convicts of sin and glorifies Christ. There is a distinction made between baptism into the body of Christ and baptism into the Spirit. Initial evidence of Spirit baptism includes speaking in tongues and manifesting the fruit of the Spirit. Gifts of the Spirit include knowledge, verbal, and power gifts and are operated by the Spirit's will to glorify Christ, not for human purposes.
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity who has been present since Creation. He is described through many symbols including wind, fire, a dove, and anointing with oil. The Holy Spirit gives gifts to believers and manifests Christ, making him present through the Church, sacraments, and helping believers understand and live out their faith.
This is a lesson in the Crossroads programme, a discipleship programme written by Dr Kevin Smith and offered by the South African Theological Seminary. This lesson is about the Person of the Holy Spirit.
This document discusses ways that Christians can relate to the Holy Spirit, including resisting, grieving, quenching, and blaspheming against the Holy Spirit. It explores what each of these mean based on passages from the Bible and Ellen White. Resisting refers to rejecting the Spirit's call, while grieving involves willful sinning. Quenching means being indifferent to biblical truths, and blasphemy is a deliberate and persistent rejection of Jesus' saving work. The document encourages submitting to, obeying, and accepting the sanctifying presence of the Holy Spirit.
The document discusses the nature of the Holy Spirit based on passages from the Bible. It argues that the Holy Spirit is a divine person, not just a force or power, based on several points:
1) Jesus described the Holy Spirit as another comforter like himself, implying the Spirit is a person of the same kind.
2) The Bible attributes personal characteristics to the Holy Spirit like having a will, making intercessions, speaking, and being grieved.
3) Seeing the Holy Spirit as a person rather than a power emphasizes our relationship with Him and allows Him to transform us more fully according to God's plans.
Who is the Holy Spirit? Learn more, including the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Take up the challenge by Pope Francis by praying to the Holy Spirit.
The document discusses life in the Holy Spirit and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. It describes how the early Christians lived bold, sacrificial lives empowered by the Holy Spirit. It outlines the importance of the Holy Spirit according to Jesus. It also explains the various charismatic gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are divided into teaching, sign, and revelational gifts. These gifts include wisdom, healing, prophecy, tongues, and others. The document encourages receiving the Holy Spirit and asking for His guidance.
God's transforming power in our life - OLL-KLG-GSS-2010maximilianyong
The document discusses how an individual is responsible for revolutionizing their own life by changing themselves and moving beyond limiting beliefs. It emphasizes that true change comes from within when a person goes beyond surface-level changes in circumstances or other people. The document also discusses biblical concepts like sin, obedience to God, spiritual maturity, and putting on the armor of God to resist evil. It provides an overview of Catholic teachings on the Holy Spirit and how He builds, animates, and sanctifies the Church through ministry and sacraments.
Who the Holy Spirit is & what he does for us is often misunderstood. Some say that he is an angel. Manifestations of the spirit are often misinterpreted as uncontrollable dancing, jumping, shouting or unintelligible speech. This presentation will provide a brief overview on the holy spirit & clarify these misconceptions
The document discusses the work of the Holy Spirit according to scripture. It outlines three main functions of the Holy Spirit: 1) He convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. 2) He gives believers the assurance of salvation by sealing them. 3) He fills believers with hope, joy and peace. The Holy Spirit leads people to repentance through Jesus, gives new life to believers as adopted children of God, and empowers believers to live according to God's will.
This document discusses the nature of true worship according to the Bible. It states that God desires worship from our entire being - emotionally, physically, and spiritually. True worship should be in spirit and in truth, according to God's word, rather than focusing on pleasing people. The goal of worship is to please God, not the worshiper. Elements of true biblical worship mentioned include raising hands, clapping, shouting, dancing, playing instruments, leaping for joy, bowing, and giving God our undivided attention with our whole heart.
God, in His infinite love and mercy, sent Jesus Christ to be sin for humanity so that through faith in Him we can be made righteous. Led by the Holy Spirit, we acknowledge our sin, repent, and exercise faith in Jesus as our Savior and Example. Through faith in Christ we are justified, adopted as God's children, and freed from sin's power. The Spirit renews our minds and writes God's law of love in our hearts, and we become partakers of the divine nature.
Sabbath school lesson 10, 1st quarter of 2017David Syahputra
This document provides guidance on different aspects of prayer based on biblical passages and quotes from E.G. White. It discusses four key things about prayer:
1. The foundation of prayer is abiding in Christ and having Him abide in us through prayer. Prayer changes us and draws us closer to God.
2. When asking God for things, we must do so according to His will, with a sincere heart, and a willingness to obey Him.
3. We must believe and have faith that God is able and willing to answer our prayers, even if we don't see the answer yet.
4. We can claim God's promises by trusting in Him and thanking Him in advance,
The document discusses the Holy Spirit and experiencing a life filled with the Holy Spirit. It describes how Jesus promised the disciples the Holy Spirit would come after He ascended to heaven. On the day of Pentecost, the disciples experienced the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues and boldly preaching. The document encourages seeking a similar experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit through prayer and asking God, in order to gain power, gifts, and a closer relationship with God.
The Holy Spirit is part of the Trinity of God alongside God the Father and Jesus Christ. He has a personality with traits like a mind, will, ability to speak, love, and intercede. As God, the Holy Spirit is omnipresent, omniscient, omnipotent, and eternal. He has a sensitive nature and the Bible warns against lying to or grieving the Holy Spirit. Understanding the Holy Spirit is important to experiencing His power and ministry.
This document provides a summary of Romans 7, which discusses the transition from obeying the law to living under grace through faith in Jesus Christ. It explains that some early Christians, including converted Jews, believed it was necessary to strictly observe the moral and ceremonial law to be saved. Paul wanted to prevent gentiles from accepting this idea of salvation by works of the law. He illustrates that just as a woman is freed from the law binding her to her husband when he dies, believers are freed from condemnation and sin's control when they die with Christ to their old sinful nature. Through faith in Christ's sacrifice, believers can now serve God from a place of freedom and love, not fear or obligation to the law. The law reveals
Sabbath school lesson 12, 1st quarter of 2018David Syahputra
1) The document discusses good habits that Christians should develop to become better stewards, such as seeking God first through prayer and Bible study, looking for Jesus' second coming, using time wisely, living healthily, and practicing self-discipline.
2) It emphasizes making God and his priorities the focus of one's life, as Jesus did, and being ready for Jesus' return.
3) Developing healthy habits in spiritual, physical, and mental areas helps one better manage what God has entrusted to them.
This document discusses the promise and gift of the Holy Spirit according to passages from the Bible. It explains that the Holy Spirit was promised by God and Jesus, prepares believers for spiritual birth and power, and teaches and guides believers. Receiving the Holy Spirit involves repentance, baptism, asking God, thirsting for the Spirit, and surrendering fully to God through worship and prayer. The document provides biblical support for these points and encourages readers to seek receiving the Holy Spirit.
The document discusses the doctrine of salvation, including what salvation is and is not. It states that salvation is solely found in Jesus Christ and his work, not any human actions. It then outlines the process of salvation, including election by God, effectual calling, regeneration, conversion through repentance and faith, justification, and eventual glorification. It addresses common objections to the doctrines of election and reprobation. The key aspects of regeneration, conversion, and justification are also explained in detail.
The document discusses holiness as one of the pastoral priorities for the new millennium according to Novo Millennio Ineunte. It defines holiness as the high standard of ordinary Christian living, the perfection of charity, and doing the will of God. The document argues that holiness is for all Christians, not just a few, and can be achieved through everyday actions and avoiding sin. It provides biblical support for the call to holiness and explains that the Catholic Church is holy because it was founded by Jesus Christ and has the means to make people holy through the sacraments and other spiritual practices.
Regeneration - From Enmity To Friendship With Godsab21st
http://twentyfirstcenturyromanhighway.wordpress.com/
Ministering Our Lord Jesus Christ Through The Word of God, Empowered By The Holy Spirit; And The Goal of Our Command Is Love
SERIES ON REGENERATION - The processes of our reconciliation to God. Propitiation, Redemption, Justification, Forgiveness, Imputation, Sanctification (Positional), Sanctification (Experiential), Faith, Repentance, Baptism, Reconciliation to God
REGENERATION - TO RECEIVE AN IMPARTED LIFE WHICH MAKES THE RETURN FROM A STATE OF DECLINE TO A REVITALISED STATE POSSIBLE. To be renewed, reformed, or reconstituted; to have a spiritual rebirth (be spiritually reborn) “Born Again”; to cause to be completely reformed or improved and to grow anew (a part to replace one hurt or lost).
Sabbath school lesson 12, 1st quarter of 2016David Syahputra
Jesus introduces Himself differently to each of the seven churches and evaluates their qualities, involvement in the controversy with Satan, gives them advice, and promises blessings. The lesson examines the messages to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. It encourages applying the messages to one's own life and church by considering Jesus' introduction, the evaluation of qualities, involvement in spiritual battles, the advice, and promised blessings. The overall messages focus on faithfulness, repentance from sin and lukewarmness, enduring trials, and the hope of eternal life.
Sabbath school lesson 12, 1st quarter of 2017David Syahputra
The document discusses the ministry of the Holy Spirit based on passages from the Bible. It describes three ways the Holy Spirit convicts people: of sin, because they do not believe in Jesus; of righteousness, because Jesus went to the Father and people can no longer see Him; and of judgment, because Satan has already been judged. It also discusses how the Holy Spirit gives believers assurance of salvation by sealing them and acting as a guarantee of their inheritance until redemption. Finally, it mentions how the Holy Spirit fills believers with hope through the power of God.
The Holy Spirit acts to unite both individuals and the Church as a whole. The document outlines several ways the Spirit accomplishes this unity:
1) Through uniting believers with Christ as the cornerstone and foundation.
2) Through baptism, which symbolizes dying to the old life and being reborn into the body of the Church.
3) Through the Word of God, as both the living Word (Christ) and written word strengthen unity.
4) Through shared faith and doctrine based on biblical teachings.
5) Through united mission and service, as seen in the early Church's fellowship, sharing, and outreach after Pentecost.
This document contains excerpts from sermons or teachings on developing a missional church and congregation. It discusses developing a vital church centered in worship and fellowship. It also discusses developing a missional people by emphasizing seeing others through Jesus' eyes and regularly sending people out during worship. Finally, it discusses missional ministries and emphases like seizing the community's attention, speaking about faith through relationships and invitation, and sharing one's personal faith story and the story of Jesus with others.
The document provides an overview of EvangelismCoach.org and discusses various aspects of evangelism. It explores how the Holy Spirit works to create spiritual thirst in people and draw them to faith in Jesus Christ. It also examines how the Holy Spirit guides and empowers Christians to participate in evangelism through recognizing "kairos moments" and cooperating with the Spirit's work.
The document discusses life in the Holy Spirit and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. It describes how the early Christians lived bold, sacrificial lives empowered by the Holy Spirit. It outlines the importance of the Holy Spirit according to Jesus. It also explains the various charismatic gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are divided into teaching, sign, and revelational gifts. These gifts include wisdom, healing, prophecy, tongues, and others. The document encourages receiving the Holy Spirit and asking for His guidance.
God's transforming power in our life - OLL-KLG-GSS-2010maximilianyong
The document discusses how an individual is responsible for revolutionizing their own life by changing themselves and moving beyond limiting beliefs. It emphasizes that true change comes from within when a person goes beyond surface-level changes in circumstances or other people. The document also discusses biblical concepts like sin, obedience to God, spiritual maturity, and putting on the armor of God to resist evil. It provides an overview of Catholic teachings on the Holy Spirit and how He builds, animates, and sanctifies the Church through ministry and sacraments.
Who the Holy Spirit is & what he does for us is often misunderstood. Some say that he is an angel. Manifestations of the spirit are often misinterpreted as uncontrollable dancing, jumping, shouting or unintelligible speech. This presentation will provide a brief overview on the holy spirit & clarify these misconceptions
The document discusses the work of the Holy Spirit according to scripture. It outlines three main functions of the Holy Spirit: 1) He convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. 2) He gives believers the assurance of salvation by sealing them. 3) He fills believers with hope, joy and peace. The Holy Spirit leads people to repentance through Jesus, gives new life to believers as adopted children of God, and empowers believers to live according to God's will.
This document discusses the nature of true worship according to the Bible. It states that God desires worship from our entire being - emotionally, physically, and spiritually. True worship should be in spirit and in truth, according to God's word, rather than focusing on pleasing people. The goal of worship is to please God, not the worshiper. Elements of true biblical worship mentioned include raising hands, clapping, shouting, dancing, playing instruments, leaping for joy, bowing, and giving God our undivided attention with our whole heart.
God, in His infinite love and mercy, sent Jesus Christ to be sin for humanity so that through faith in Him we can be made righteous. Led by the Holy Spirit, we acknowledge our sin, repent, and exercise faith in Jesus as our Savior and Example. Through faith in Christ we are justified, adopted as God's children, and freed from sin's power. The Spirit renews our minds and writes God's law of love in our hearts, and we become partakers of the divine nature.
Sabbath school lesson 10, 1st quarter of 2017David Syahputra
This document provides guidance on different aspects of prayer based on biblical passages and quotes from E.G. White. It discusses four key things about prayer:
1. The foundation of prayer is abiding in Christ and having Him abide in us through prayer. Prayer changes us and draws us closer to God.
2. When asking God for things, we must do so according to His will, with a sincere heart, and a willingness to obey Him.
3. We must believe and have faith that God is able and willing to answer our prayers, even if we don't see the answer yet.
4. We can claim God's promises by trusting in Him and thanking Him in advance,
The document discusses the Holy Spirit and experiencing a life filled with the Holy Spirit. It describes how Jesus promised the disciples the Holy Spirit would come after He ascended to heaven. On the day of Pentecost, the disciples experienced the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues and boldly preaching. The document encourages seeking a similar experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit through prayer and asking God, in order to gain power, gifts, and a closer relationship with God.
The Holy Spirit is part of the Trinity of God alongside God the Father and Jesus Christ. He has a personality with traits like a mind, will, ability to speak, love, and intercede. As God, the Holy Spirit is omnipresent, omniscient, omnipotent, and eternal. He has a sensitive nature and the Bible warns against lying to or grieving the Holy Spirit. Understanding the Holy Spirit is important to experiencing His power and ministry.
This document provides a summary of Romans 7, which discusses the transition from obeying the law to living under grace through faith in Jesus Christ. It explains that some early Christians, including converted Jews, believed it was necessary to strictly observe the moral and ceremonial law to be saved. Paul wanted to prevent gentiles from accepting this idea of salvation by works of the law. He illustrates that just as a woman is freed from the law binding her to her husband when he dies, believers are freed from condemnation and sin's control when they die with Christ to their old sinful nature. Through faith in Christ's sacrifice, believers can now serve God from a place of freedom and love, not fear or obligation to the law. The law reveals
Sabbath school lesson 12, 1st quarter of 2018David Syahputra
1) The document discusses good habits that Christians should develop to become better stewards, such as seeking God first through prayer and Bible study, looking for Jesus' second coming, using time wisely, living healthily, and practicing self-discipline.
2) It emphasizes making God and his priorities the focus of one's life, as Jesus did, and being ready for Jesus' return.
3) Developing healthy habits in spiritual, physical, and mental areas helps one better manage what God has entrusted to them.
This document discusses the promise and gift of the Holy Spirit according to passages from the Bible. It explains that the Holy Spirit was promised by God and Jesus, prepares believers for spiritual birth and power, and teaches and guides believers. Receiving the Holy Spirit involves repentance, baptism, asking God, thirsting for the Spirit, and surrendering fully to God through worship and prayer. The document provides biblical support for these points and encourages readers to seek receiving the Holy Spirit.
The document discusses the doctrine of salvation, including what salvation is and is not. It states that salvation is solely found in Jesus Christ and his work, not any human actions. It then outlines the process of salvation, including election by God, effectual calling, regeneration, conversion through repentance and faith, justification, and eventual glorification. It addresses common objections to the doctrines of election and reprobation. The key aspects of regeneration, conversion, and justification are also explained in detail.
The document discusses holiness as one of the pastoral priorities for the new millennium according to Novo Millennio Ineunte. It defines holiness as the high standard of ordinary Christian living, the perfection of charity, and doing the will of God. The document argues that holiness is for all Christians, not just a few, and can be achieved through everyday actions and avoiding sin. It provides biblical support for the call to holiness and explains that the Catholic Church is holy because it was founded by Jesus Christ and has the means to make people holy through the sacraments and other spiritual practices.
Regeneration - From Enmity To Friendship With Godsab21st
http://twentyfirstcenturyromanhighway.wordpress.com/
Ministering Our Lord Jesus Christ Through The Word of God, Empowered By The Holy Spirit; And The Goal of Our Command Is Love
SERIES ON REGENERATION - The processes of our reconciliation to God. Propitiation, Redemption, Justification, Forgiveness, Imputation, Sanctification (Positional), Sanctification (Experiential), Faith, Repentance, Baptism, Reconciliation to God
REGENERATION - TO RECEIVE AN IMPARTED LIFE WHICH MAKES THE RETURN FROM A STATE OF DECLINE TO A REVITALISED STATE POSSIBLE. To be renewed, reformed, or reconstituted; to have a spiritual rebirth (be spiritually reborn) “Born Again”; to cause to be completely reformed or improved and to grow anew (a part to replace one hurt or lost).
Sabbath school lesson 12, 1st quarter of 2016David Syahputra
Jesus introduces Himself differently to each of the seven churches and evaluates their qualities, involvement in the controversy with Satan, gives them advice, and promises blessings. The lesson examines the messages to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. It encourages applying the messages to one's own life and church by considering Jesus' introduction, the evaluation of qualities, involvement in spiritual battles, the advice, and promised blessings. The overall messages focus on faithfulness, repentance from sin and lukewarmness, enduring trials, and the hope of eternal life.
Sabbath school lesson 12, 1st quarter of 2017David Syahputra
The document discusses the ministry of the Holy Spirit based on passages from the Bible. It describes three ways the Holy Spirit convicts people: of sin, because they do not believe in Jesus; of righteousness, because Jesus went to the Father and people can no longer see Him; and of judgment, because Satan has already been judged. It also discusses how the Holy Spirit gives believers assurance of salvation by sealing them and acting as a guarantee of their inheritance until redemption. Finally, it mentions how the Holy Spirit fills believers with hope through the power of God.
The Holy Spirit acts to unite both individuals and the Church as a whole. The document outlines several ways the Spirit accomplishes this unity:
1) Through uniting believers with Christ as the cornerstone and foundation.
2) Through baptism, which symbolizes dying to the old life and being reborn into the body of the Church.
3) Through the Word of God, as both the living Word (Christ) and written word strengthen unity.
4) Through shared faith and doctrine based on biblical teachings.
5) Through united mission and service, as seen in the early Church's fellowship, sharing, and outreach after Pentecost.
This document contains excerpts from sermons or teachings on developing a missional church and congregation. It discusses developing a vital church centered in worship and fellowship. It also discusses developing a missional people by emphasizing seeing others through Jesus' eyes and regularly sending people out during worship. Finally, it discusses missional ministries and emphases like seizing the community's attention, speaking about faith through relationships and invitation, and sharing one's personal faith story and the story of Jesus with others.
The document provides an overview of EvangelismCoach.org and discusses various aspects of evangelism. It explores how the Holy Spirit works to create spiritual thirst in people and draw them to faith in Jesus Christ. It also examines how the Holy Spirit guides and empowers Christians to participate in evangelism through recognizing "kairos moments" and cooperating with the Spirit's work.
The document provides an overview for new members of Crossroads Christian Cathedral church, including procedures for new members, expectations of members, and introductions of the pastoral staff and their roles. Specifically, it outlines that new members will attend an orientation class and workshop, receive follow-up calls, and are expected to regularly attend services and become tithers and volunteers. It also lists the senior pastor and over 50 pastoral staff members and their various ministry roles.
This document provides the order of service for the nuptial mass of Nick and Val celebrated on December 14, 2014 at Christ the King Parish in Green Meadows, Quezon City. The mass includes an introduction by the commentator, an opening prayer, readings from the Bible, a homily, and the rites of marriage including an allocution and scrutiny where Nick and Val express their consent to marry before the Bishop.
What is a Christian Pt.1 - Bishop Horace Ransom Jr.NcciAdmin
The document defines what it means to be a Christian according to scripture. It discusses that in turbulent times, Christians must clearly define their faith. It then lists characteristics of Christians such as being disciples of Christ who are called to be like him in lifestyle and works. Christians are defined as people who are godly through developing God's attributes, who are good through emulating Jesus' example of doing good, and who are spiritual through being transformed by the Holy Spirit into Christ's image.
This document summarizes several passages from a pastor's letter to his congregation. It discusses how churches used to have an "island mentality" but should now embrace interconnectedness with neighboring parishes. The pastor will serve as coverage pastor for a neighboring church in need and hopes the congregations can cooperate more for the sake of the gospel. Upcoming Holy Week services and Easter events are also announced.
1) Revivals are sovereign moves of God initiated by the Holy Spirit that result in spiritual transformation. They typically begin with a deeper appreciation of God's holiness and conviction of sin.
2) The presentation discusses revivals in the Bible and history, including the Welsh Revival of 1904. Key aspects of revivals mentioned are repentance, restitution, public confession of faith, and obedience to the Holy Spirit.
3) For revival to occur today, the presentation argues we must have a right view of God's holiness and wrath against sin, focus on obeying the Bible, pray repentantly, and seek Biblical reformation.
The document provides commentary on Philippians chapter 1. It discusses how Paul expresses joy in remembering the believers in Philippi and their participation in gospel ministry. Paul finds joy in interceding for others and views intercession as a privilege. The document also examines the different aspects of Christian fellowship that can be sources of joy, such as the fellowship of grace, faith, prayer, love, and spiritual warfare.
The document summarizes Paul's teaching in 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12 about how Christians should care for and disciple new believers. Paul uses the metaphors of a mother and father to illustrate the kind of spiritual care that is needed. As a mother tenderly cares for her children, mentors should show gentleness, intimate affection, and sacrificial love towards new Christians. They should impart not just the gospel message but their own lives as well. The goal is for new believers to walk worthily before God and become disciple-makers themselves.
This document provides information about church services and events at Rivers of Joy Baptist Church led by Pastor Charles E. Whisnant and other leaders. It includes the schedule for Sunday and Wednesday services which will involve Bible study, teaching, worship and prayer. Teachings will cover topics such as wisdom in Proverbs, the gospel according to Romans, and having the mind of Christ from Philippians. The purpose of preaching is also discussed as bringing truth, addressing experience, leading to transformation, and stimulating godliness.
Our beloved Bishop, Brother Itse Enonuya admonished and encouraged the congregation to grow her interest in the work of evangelism.
He asked this key question: What makes an evangelistic congregation?
In Summary:
1. An evangelistic congregation is one committed to pleasing their Lord,
2. An evangelistic congregation is one that is committed to a spiritual relationship with Jehovah God.
3. An evangelistic congregation is one that is completely committed to the concept of reaching out to the lost.
4. An evangelistic congregation is one that is balanced in reaching out to the lost.
This document is the order of service for the 11:00 am worship service at First Presbyterian Church of Asheville on June 19, 2022. It includes welcoming announcements, scripture readings from Psalm 42 and 1 Kings 19:1-16, hymns and songs for the gathering, hearing the word, responding in faith, and sending. It also lists upcoming events like Compassion Camp VBS on June 26th and announcements about youth mission groups visiting from other churches.
The document provides an end of year reflection on the blessings and work of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in the Diocese of Raleigh over the past year. It discusses how the Lord has given them a new voice to spread the Good News locally and throughout the Diocese through their website and newsletter. It encourages readers to trust in God's plans and surrender to Him, rather than relying on their own ways. It highlights how Charismatics can experience the fruits of the Holy Spirit and grow in their faith through listening to God.
This document discusses the meaning and significance of communion or the Eucharist. It summarizes that communion connects Christians to:
1. The Passover and liberation from oppression for Jews and Christians throughout history.
2. The gospel message of forgiveness of sins and victory over death through Jesus.
3. Personal faith through weekly remembrance of what God has done.
4. Church worship and unity as God's people gather together.
The document discusses God's plan for humanity as outlined in the Bible. It notes that people were created for worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism. It then provides biblical examples of Jesus and the disciples fulfilling God's mission, discusses key dimensions like the biblical, historical, cultural and strategic aspects, and outlines how the early church spread the message of the gospel throughout the world in obedience to the Great Commission.
The Lord’s church in an Experience Driven CultureDon McClain
“The Lord’s church in an 'Experience Driven Culture'” - [John 6:60-69] - As churches decline in membership, they begin to compromise to sustain numbers - Many churches have adopted the "market driven" approach – i.e., Find out what people want and give it to them - WHAT EVER THAT IS! — Many churches of Christ are dondoinge the same things! Can the church fight apathy and materialism by feeding people's carnal appetites? Has the word of God lost it’s power & effectiveness? What should the churches response be to the populace and its increasing hunger for an “experience” & disinterest in the truth? - MP3 / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF - 5/17/2015
The document provides information about an upcoming worship service at First Presbyterian Church of Asheville on August 14, 2022. It includes details about the call to worship, hymns, scripture readings, sermon topic, and other parts of the service. It welcomes all people and shares the church's mission of radical hospitality, deep relationships, and shared ministry.
12.01.13 sacraments intro nature of holy baptismJustin Morris
The document provides an overview of the nature of Holy Baptism. It discusses that Baptism involves water combined with God's word as instituted by Christ. Baptism is meant for all people regardless of attributes and confers saving grace. Little children should be baptized when brought by those with authority as the kingdom of God belongs to such as these according to Jesus.
The document discusses the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost and its effects. It describes how on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came with a sound like a mighty wind and filled the believers, allowing them to speak in other languages. This led to about 3,000 people converting after Peter's sermon. The church grew rapidly as Samaritans and others came to faith. It asks if modern Christians experience a dry, mechanical faith or a living relationship with Christ through the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit empowers believers and brings conviction, guidance, comfort, gifts, and renewal.
This document discusses Baptist beliefs and history, with a focus on views related to alcohol use. It covers key Baptist doctrines like baptism by immersion, autonomy of local churches, priesthood of believers, salvation through faith in Jesus alone, and the inspiration and authority of scripture. The document provides biblical references to discuss interpretations regarding alcohol. It emphasizes that while the Bible does not mandate total abstinence, it warns that alcohol can negatively impact lives, relationships and witness.
Darwin said, "If it could be demonstrated that any complex organ existed which could not possibly have been formed by numerous, successive, slight modifications, my theory would absolutely break down.”
Darwin, C. (1872) Origin of Species, 6th ed. (1988), New York University Press, New York, p. 154.
180 years later, his theory has broken down according to his own criteria! There is ABSOLUTELY NOT ONE TRANSITIONAL FOSSIL BETWEEN KINDS OF ANIMALS. DARWIN'S THEORY IS WRONG!
And his ideas have promoted racism and white supremacy more than any other single person worldwide for the past 150 years! Darwin needs to be Dethroned in our scientific and educational systems.
No one has influenced the entire world with "scientific" support for atheism, eugenics, racism and white supremacy more than Charles Darwin! It's time to dethrone him in science and in education.
Besides, his main ideas on evolution have been proven false: Absolutely no fossils to support gradual evolution between kinds of animals and molecular biology and DNA code science conclusively prove that random chance mutations could never have produced the massive complexity of life we now know exists even in one cell. Please challenge his ideas in your scientific and educational commmuities.
Here is a talk I gave on this recently: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QRM7mxCVFI&t=706s
I can send you the original as a Powerpoint or Keynote if you ask in the comments.
In fact, it seems like a contradiction, doesn’t it? An oxymoron: Our loving God sees the death of His beloved children as a blessing. I hope I can explain this scriptural truth well enough to convince you that God has good reasons to see our deaths as a good and precious thing.
I can tell you from personal experience and from the Bible that God is the most wonderful, tender-hearted, and kind Father anyone could imagine.
Experiencing the love of God as your Father is the birthright of every born-again Christian!
It will change your life as it has changed mine!
“They stood in their places and confessed their sins and the sins of their ancestors.” Neh. 9:2
Why: The Mosaic Covenant!
“But if they will confess their sins and the sins of their ancestors—… I will remember my covenant with Jacob and my covenant with Isaac and my covenant with Abraham, and I will remember the land.” Leviticus 26: 40-42
This message is a prophetic word the Lord has given me. Test it.
Jerusalem represents the American Church— all the followers of Jesus
The broken walls of Jerusalem represent the broken moral and spiritual foundations of the Church— broken by many sins in the Church
Through those broken walls, forces of darkness have infiltrated and corrupted the people of God
The book of Nehemiah is a metaphor for how God is rebuilding our spiritual walls and cleansing God’s people in America
God restored Jerusalem in preparation for the coming of Jesus about 450 years later
God is restoring us now in preparation for a huge national and international revival
Video of this message starts at 52:43 at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEEWhJFNP54
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3:32 / 13:36 Unforgiveness: One of the most Dangerous Sins a Christiain Can ...Abundant Life Fellowship
The sternest, most dramatic warnings against sin by Jesus are in Matthew 6 & 18. It is the sins of unforgiveness!
Protect yourself and your loved ones from this toxic sin!
Learn about the dangers of unforgiveness now. The world is turning against Christians more and more. Be prepared to be offended. Be ready to forgive and to return good for evil. We must! Jesus demands it. It's for our protection. Unforgiveness is a great danger.
Here's why followers of Jesus can have a confidence that is strong, consistent and holy no matter what happens to them in this life.
Video of the slides and a short video illustration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoxEVilDXfU
A message most Christians will not hear often. Some will never hear this in a church today. But persecution is coming to America—ready or not! Jesus promises us persecution. the Bible is full of examples and teaching on our call to suffer as followers of God.
The document discusses beliefs about heaven, describing it as the final home for Christians. It provides details about heaven from various biblical passages, portraying it as a place of glory, beauty, and joy where believers will be with God and see his face. The document emphasizes that through faith in Jesus, believers have assurance of their heavenly citizenship and will be spared from death through resurrection to eternal life in heaven.
The word "God" is used about 4500 times in the Bible. In 99.9% of the time, God refers to the Father. Read these scriptures where the word 'Father' is substituted for 'God' and get a better appreciation for the loving, gentle, Father Every Christian has through faith in Jesus.
Jesus was sent by the Father to bring us back to Him. God wants a close, "Abba" daddy relationship with us like He had with Adam and Eve in the garden. They walked together int he cool of the day—as a close family of a Father and His children.
God wants all of His children to have that kind of relationship with Him. That's why He sent Jesus!
God communicates to the author about mothers and their importance. God expresses having both a father's and mother's love for humanity. Mothers reflect God's character through their ability to love sacrificially, suffer for their children, and deeply identify with their children. Honoring one's mother honors God, as mothers were assigned by God. Failing to honor one's mother risks losing blessings. Practical ways to honor mothers include communicating often with expressions of gratitude and anticipating their needs.
We were created to become children of God, joint-heirs of Jesus who will rule and reign with Him in heaven. Salvation through Jesus is all of that! Get to know Jesus! Glory God no with your lives and prepare yourselves to rule with Jesus forever in heaven!! Don't waste your life just living for earthly things. Prepare for eternity by loving, enjoying and obeying Jesus NOW!
Video of this message slides here: https://youtu.be/UBfoya4FR44
This is a message of comfort. God has BIG plans for all Christians when they get to heaven. He will glorify us in ways we cannot imagine. Look at the biblical proof that God has always planned to do this for all His adopted children who come to Him through faith in Jesus!
Go here to see my comments about how this teaching differs from Mormon false teachings about God and heaven. https://www.alf.church/called-to-be-glorified/
So why do I feel that this message about being adopted by God is so foundational to the normal Christian life?
Because Jesus came to bring us back to the Father. Jesus came to show us the Father. If you’re a Christian and you don’t know the Father, you’re missing one of the main reasons that Jesus came to earth. His death on the cross was just the means to enable us to know the Father and be the adopted as his children.
Video of this message at https://tinyurl.com/yar3t5j4
The Bible and experience confirms that our personalities, values, identity and conscience are largely formed by the family that raised us. We get "spiritual DNA" from our parents and ancestors that can be good and bad. Sin patterns, dysfunctional relationship patterns and coping mechanisms run in families. This is an intro to a huge and important topic that probably should be a series. This is a topic that can open up thinking and family discussions that could help heal and protect your family. This is not a topic most churches talk about but one they need to address due to the increases of sin and dysfunction in American families today.
This is just a short message on the necessity of hearing God's voice for every Christian. God speaks to His children for the same reasons we parents speak to our children: to know who we are, Whose we are and how to live well.
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The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
The Book of Ruth is included in the third division, or the Writings, of the Hebrew Bible. In most Christian canons it is treated as one of the historical books and placed between Judges and 1 Samuel.
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2. Joel 2:28
It will come about after this
That I will pour out My
Spirit on all mankind:
❖ And your sons and
daughters will prophesy
❖ Your old men will dream
dreams,
❖ Your young men will see
visions.
3. God Sends Jesus to Fulfill Joel 2:28
John the Baptist
Describes Jesus
4. He Keeps His Promises!
The Promise Repeated
(Luke 24:49)
“I am going to
send you what
my Father has
promised”
~~Jesus
5. The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
❖ Most Christians are ignorant of it ( Acts 19:2)
❖ Can receive at conversion: Acts 9 ( Saul), Acts 10
( Gentiles) ( Evangelical position)
❖ Can receive after conversion: Acts 8 (Samaritans),
Ephesians (Acts 19) & the Eleven ( Acts 2, John 20:22)
( Pentecostal Position)
❖ Empowerment for Christian life and witnessing
❖ The “normal” Christian life flows from this.
6. After Conversion
❖ Now when the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria
had received the word of God, they sent them Peter and
John, 15 who came down and prayed for them that they
might receive the Holy Spirit. 16 For He had not yet
fallen upon any of them; they had simply been
baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 17 Then they
began laying their hands on them, and they were
receiving the Holy Spirit. 18 Now when Simon saw that
the Spirit was bestowed through the laying on of the
apostles’ hands, he offered them money…” (Acts 8:14-18)
7. Evidence of the Baptism in the Spirit
❖ Greater Fruit of the Spirit
❖ Greater ability with Gifts of the Spirit
❖ Greater love and enjoyment of God, His Word & prayer
❖ Greater passion for others to know & worship God
❖ Greater desire to be obedient to God
❖ Greater love for all people, even our enemies
8. Effects of the Baptism in the Spirit
❖ Some feel heat, “electricity”, heaviness, deep reverence
❖ Often with tears, great joy & great peace
❖ Sometimes with shaking, falling down, laughing
❖ Often with gift of tongues, prophesy. Not always
❖ Some feel nothing but they still get filled with God!
❖ Can & should be filled many times after this
9. How Necessary?
❖ The greatest single difference between the early church
and Christianity today is the early church’s
awareness and experience of the presence and
power of the Holy Spirit!
❖ Most Christians in 2017 would describe their conversion
and Christian life with little emphasis on the Holy Spirit
—exactly the opposite of how NT Christians would
describe their conversion and their Christian life.
10. The World Needs Us!
❖ 981,000 Pentecostals in 1900
❖ 643,661,000 Pentecostals/Charismatics today;
❖ Charismatic and Pentecostal Christianity is the fastest
growing phenomenon in world religious history.
❖ But Christians only 34% of world population today
❖ Only 14% of world knows a Christian
❖ All taken from https://www.firstthings.com/
11. How to Receive the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
❖ Be empty to be filled:
❖ Honestly admit our inadequate faith, love and
obedience & spiritual power to help others
❖ Be desperate to change
❖ Want this to glorify God and not for personal promotion
❖ Want this to be better witnesses for Jesus, to love God
passionately and to love our neighbors well— so
many will hear and see the Gospel and be saved.
12. Greatest Baptist Revival: Shantung, China, 1931
❖ Many Baptist missionaries disappointed with the spiritual
coldness of themselves, their churches and their missions
work.
❖ Miss Marie Monsen—A Lutheran from Norway— started
the revival and prophesied it would come because the
people had fulfilled 2 Chron. 7:14
❖ Hundreds filled with Spirit. Many church leaders born
again!
❖ Many shook, laughed a lot, fell down and could not move.
13. Prep for Pentecost 2017
❖ Seek the Lord with all your heart
❖ Admit your need for more of His power
❖ Confess any sins. Forgive everyone, including God & yourself.
❖ Break agreement with any lies you have believed about
yourself or with any false religions, Freemasonry or occult
involvement.
❖ Fast as much as you can and pray for the Baptism of the Holy
Spirit daily.
14. – This is for everyone!
Let’s pray! Let’s ask!