God reveals exciting truths about His nature through the pages of the Old Testament. We can discover many spiritual gems by knowing the story of the Old Testament and how the various books of the Bible fit into that story. John Beene taught an Overview of the Old Testament at the November 20, 2011 congregational worship. The class included timelines, pictures, and maps to help the scriptures come to life. Listen to the lessons, view the Power Point presentation, and use the Old Testament Timelines to further your own study of God's story in the Old Testament.
An Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (Effective Bible Study)roberthatfield
While reading the Bible answers the question, "What does the Bible say?," interpreting the Bible answers the question, "What does the Bible mean by what it says?"
Presented at the North Charleston church of Christ | http://northcharlestonchurchofchrist.com
New Testament Survey no.8: John - Book of Revelation Clive Ashby
As part of the Course on the New Testament, Session 8 provides an overview of the writing of John in the Revelation he received of the End Times. (This is part of the New Testament Survey Course taught at Harare Theological College - 2016)
God reveals exciting truths about His nature through the pages of the Old Testament. We can discover many spiritual gems by knowing the story of the Old Testament and how the various books of the Bible fit into that story. John Beene taught an Overview of the Old Testament at the November 20, 2011 congregational worship. The class included timelines, pictures, and maps to help the scriptures come to life. Listen to the lessons, view the Power Point presentation, and use the Old Testament Timelines to further your own study of God's story in the Old Testament.
An Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (Effective Bible Study)roberthatfield
While reading the Bible answers the question, "What does the Bible say?," interpreting the Bible answers the question, "What does the Bible mean by what it says?"
Presented at the North Charleston church of Christ | http://northcharlestonchurchofchrist.com
New Testament Survey no.8: John - Book of Revelation Clive Ashby
As part of the Course on the New Testament, Session 8 provides an overview of the writing of John in the Revelation he received of the End Times. (This is part of the New Testament Survey Course taught at Harare Theological College - 2016)
Written as a systematic history of Jesus birth death and resurrection. Luke's Gospel was written so that any reader can be certain of the facts of Jesus life. Luke shows the activity of the Holy Spirit preparing the way for the gospel.
Jesus Cleanses the Temple | A Sermon on John 2:13-22Steve Thomason
This sermon continues the Come and See series through the Narrative Lectionary selections of the Gospel of John. Jesus' angry cleansing of the Temple in Jerusalem stands in stark contrast to his sign of abundance and grace at the wedding party in Cana of Galilee. Both stories illustrate where God abides; not in temples of stone, but in the hearts and lives of all kinds of people.
Dr. John Oakes and Robert Carrillo taught a Bible workshop on the Book of Luke at San Diego State University Saturday May 3rd 2014. Notes, power point and recordings are attached.
Mark's gospel was written under the shadow of persecution. It is filled with action and only a small amount of teaching. It shows Jesus suffered and was victorious.
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "The Biblical Principles Of Giving" sermon at New Life Christian Church on September 15, 2013. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
Gospel of John - #1 - Prologue - 1:1-18BibleTalk.tv
In the opening verses of chapter one John goes back before the begining of time to introduce Jesus and His relationship to God.
Watch: http://bibletalk.tv/gospel-of-john-lesson-1
How you talk to people about Jesus depends on what they already know.
There are four great facts that must be communicated. He was completely human. He was more than a great teacher. He overcame death. Your spiritual encounter with Him today.
Journeys of paul the third journey and afterwardMark Pavlin
This slide deck study on the New Testament book of The Acts of the Apostles focuses on the so-called Third Journey of St. Paul and his final days. It is one of a series to help leaders of a Bible study or Sunday School class who are too busy to research and prepare as well as they would like for their task. The entire series is engaging, colorful and challenging and is ready to go even at the last moment. More are in the works. Search using the keyword "lessonstogo".
EVANGELISM 101: Lesson 1 - Biblical Foundations of EvangelismFrancis Hernandez
For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” (Romans 10:13-15)
"It (Evangelism) comes from the same Greek word for gospel (euangelion) and means, literally, “gospeling.” When we evangelize we are “gospeling” — we are spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ." - https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/what-evangelism/
Every Christian is called to do the divine task of evangelism. Evangelism is a task not just for the select churches, or for the evangelists or pastors. This is Lesson 1 of EVANGELISM 101 Series. Given last April 23, 2021 at HOPE Christian Fellowship in Guinobatan, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines by Ptr. Francis S. Hernandez.
Watch the Tagalog Version of this Lesson: Soon!
Download the PowerPoint Document for this lesson: https://1drv.ms/p/s!AtkA--J-cWQ_g60AgxIUCEAbFVVSRg?e=2sRaPB
PowerPoint Document also available in SlideShare:
Download Free End Times Lessons, Tagalog Sermons and other Resources for Filipino Preachers/Churches: https://endtimesbibleprophecy.cf/
End Times Bible Prophecy Blog: https://endtimesbibleprophecy908059317.wordpress.com/
The Author's Blog: https://ifacedownworship.wordpress.com/
Email the Author: ifacedownworship@gmail.com
Written as a systematic history of Jesus birth death and resurrection. Luke's Gospel was written so that any reader can be certain of the facts of Jesus life. Luke shows the activity of the Holy Spirit preparing the way for the gospel.
Jesus Cleanses the Temple | A Sermon on John 2:13-22Steve Thomason
This sermon continues the Come and See series through the Narrative Lectionary selections of the Gospel of John. Jesus' angry cleansing of the Temple in Jerusalem stands in stark contrast to his sign of abundance and grace at the wedding party in Cana of Galilee. Both stories illustrate where God abides; not in temples of stone, but in the hearts and lives of all kinds of people.
Dr. John Oakes and Robert Carrillo taught a Bible workshop on the Book of Luke at San Diego State University Saturday May 3rd 2014. Notes, power point and recordings are attached.
Mark's gospel was written under the shadow of persecution. It is filled with action and only a small amount of teaching. It shows Jesus suffered and was victorious.
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "The Biblical Principles Of Giving" sermon at New Life Christian Church on September 15, 2013. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
Gospel of John - #1 - Prologue - 1:1-18BibleTalk.tv
In the opening verses of chapter one John goes back before the begining of time to introduce Jesus and His relationship to God.
Watch: http://bibletalk.tv/gospel-of-john-lesson-1
How you talk to people about Jesus depends on what they already know.
There are four great facts that must be communicated. He was completely human. He was more than a great teacher. He overcame death. Your spiritual encounter with Him today.
Journeys of paul the third journey and afterwardMark Pavlin
This slide deck study on the New Testament book of The Acts of the Apostles focuses on the so-called Third Journey of St. Paul and his final days. It is one of a series to help leaders of a Bible study or Sunday School class who are too busy to research and prepare as well as they would like for their task. The entire series is engaging, colorful and challenging and is ready to go even at the last moment. More are in the works. Search using the keyword "lessonstogo".
EVANGELISM 101: Lesson 1 - Biblical Foundations of EvangelismFrancis Hernandez
For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” (Romans 10:13-15)
"It (Evangelism) comes from the same Greek word for gospel (euangelion) and means, literally, “gospeling.” When we evangelize we are “gospeling” — we are spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ." - https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/what-evangelism/
Every Christian is called to do the divine task of evangelism. Evangelism is a task not just for the select churches, or for the evangelists or pastors. This is Lesson 1 of EVANGELISM 101 Series. Given last April 23, 2021 at HOPE Christian Fellowship in Guinobatan, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines by Ptr. Francis S. Hernandez.
Watch the Tagalog Version of this Lesson: Soon!
Download the PowerPoint Document for this lesson: https://1drv.ms/p/s!AtkA--J-cWQ_g60AgxIUCEAbFVVSRg?e=2sRaPB
PowerPoint Document also available in SlideShare:
Download Free End Times Lessons, Tagalog Sermons and other Resources for Filipino Preachers/Churches: https://endtimesbibleprophecy.cf/
End Times Bible Prophecy Blog: https://endtimesbibleprophecy908059317.wordpress.com/
The Author's Blog: https://ifacedownworship.wordpress.com/
Email the Author: ifacedownworship@gmail.com
Understanding The Bible Part Five Psalms, Isaiah, Tobit, Judith, and EstherEdward Hahnenberg
Part Five presents the classification of Psalms as well as the possible borrowing of textual material from the Ugaritic culture. The Book of Isaiah is discussed as three separate texts with three different authors. Also discussed are the Books of Tobit, Judith, and Esther.
Jesus noted that the Old Testament contained "things concerning Himself". Part one of this study uncovers the Gospel narrative pattern within the Old Testament.
"Then beginning with Moses and with all the prophets, He explained to them the things concerning Himself in all the Scriptures." Luke 24:27
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "It's Time To Pray" sermon at New Life Christian Church on January 6, 2013. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
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.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
1. THE BOOK OF PSALMS
An Introduction
Metro Manila Christian Church
Makati Sector
12 September 2012
2. Introduction
• The Book of Psalms is awesome!
Question: What is your favourite psalm?
• One of the most famous psalm (if not abused)
is Psalm 23.
• Next one would be Psalm 100.
3. Why study the Psalms? (1)
1. Consider Jesus and the Apostles
• Jesus’ understanding of Psalms (Luke 24:44)
• Jesus’ use of Psalms
– In his debate with the Pharisees, he cited Psalm
110 (Matthew 22:43-44) to show that David spoke
of Him in the Psalms.
– After the Last Supper, Jesus and his disciples sang
a hymn (Matthew 26:30) – traditionally – Hallel
series, Psalms 113-118.
4.
5. Why study the Psalms? (2)
• Paul mentioned importance of the OT
(Romans 15:4, 1 Corinthians 10:11)
• Peter’s use of them in the NT (Acts 2:25-28,
34-35); and his use of Psalm 16:8-11 as proof
that Jesus must be raised from the dead.
• The Psalms are quoted more frequently in the
NT than any other book of the OT (100 direct
references from the Psalms in the NT).
6. Why study the Psalms? (3)
2. Consider the early Church
•Paul’s letter to Timothy – reading of Scripture
was to play an important role in the assembled
worship of the saints.
“Until I come, devote yourself to the public
reading of Scripture, to preaching and to
teaching.” 1 Timothy 4:13
7. Why study the Psalms? (4)
• Early Christianity was practiced in the temple
and in the homes of believers (Acts 2:46).
“When you come together, everyone has a
hymn, or a word of instruction, a revelation, a
tongue or an interpretation. All of these must
be done for the strengthening of the church.”
1 Corinthians 14:26
8. Why study the Psalms? (5)
“Be filled with the Spirit. Speak to one another
with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs.”
Ephesians 5:18b-19a
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you
teach and admonish one another with all
wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and
spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to
God.” Colossians 3:16
9.
10. What kind of book is Psalms? (1)
• A book of praise – to assist us in our praise of
God
• A book of prayer – to learn how to approach
God and respond to God
• A book of songs – to record and exemplify
music dedicated to God
• A book of evidences – to strengthen our faith
in Jesus Christ
11. What kind of book is Psalms? (2)
• A book of living – to act as “training guide” for
righteous and holy living
• It is an inspired collection – inspired by the
Holy Spirit. It comes down to us because God
intends for it to be in the Bible (2 Timothy
3:16-17).
12. Temple Setting Context (1)
• Most psalms are associated with Temple cult –
organized worship or religious expression –
during the time of Solomon.
• The main effect of Temple worship was
“centralization”. The venue became the
Jerusalem temple and not the local “high
places” (1 Chronicles 16:4-7).
13. Temple Setting Context (2)
• The Psalms were written for singing and were
intended for public worship in Israel’s temple.
They were not merely poems as they also
contain lyrics.
• The Psalms were composed to be sung as
communal expressions of praise and joy (1
Chronicles 15:16, 23:5, 30).
Question: How is our public and private
worship? How is our fellowship with God?
14. Relevance of the Temple today
• Just like the Book of Psalms, it is a way to
“fellowship” with God. It is a way to be with
God.
• God did everything to show that He wants to
be with us!
• God wants to show each and everyone of us
that He to fellowship with us!
Question: Do you want a deeper fellowship
with God?
15. A Progression Of Fellowship (1)
1. PURPOSEFUL CREATION
“From one man he made every nation of men,
that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he
determined the times set for them and the
exact places where they should live. God did this
so that men would seek him and perhaps reach
out for him and find him, though he is not far
from each one of us.” Acts 17:26-27
17. A Progression Of Fellowship (2)
2. THE PILLAR OF CLOUD
“After leaving Succoth, they camped at Etham on
the edge of the desert. By day the LORD went
ahead of them in a pillar of cloud to guide them on
their way and by night in a pillar of fire to give them
light, so that they could travel by day or night.
Neither the pillar of cloud by day nor the pillar of
fire by night left its place in front of the people.”
Exodus 13:21-22
19. A Progression Of Fellowship (3)
3. THE ARK OF THE COVENANT
“Have them make a chest of acacia wood – two
and a half cubits long, a cubit and a half wide,
and a cubit and half high…. There, above the
cover between the two cherubim that over the
ark of the Testimony, I will meet with you and
give you all my commands for the Israelites.
Exodus 25:10-22
21. A Progression Of Fellowship (4)
4. THE TABERNACLE
“Then Moses set up the courtyard around the
tabernacle and altar and put up the curtain at
the entrance to the courtyard. And so Moses
finished the work. Then the cloud covered the
Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled
the tabernacle.” Exodus 40:33-34
23. A Progression Of Fellowship (5)
5. THE TEMPLE
“The waves of death swirled about me; the
torrents of destruction overwhelmed me. The
cords of the grave coiled around me; the snares
of death confronted me. In my distress, I called
to the LORD; I called out to my God. From his
temple he heard my voice; my cry came to his
ears.” 2 Samuel 22:5-7
25. A Progression Of Fellowship (6)
6. THE INCARNATION (God Among Us)
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling
among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the
One and Only, who came from the Father, full of
grace and truth.” John 1:14
“They were all filled with awe and praised God. ‘A
great prophet has appeared among us,’ they said.
‘God has come to help his people.’” Luke 7:16
27. A Progression Of Fellowship (7)
7. THE INDWELLING (God In Us)
“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you
another Counselor to be with you forever – the
Spirit of truth.” John 14:16-17a
“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the
Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received
from God? You are not your own.” 1 Corinthians
6:19
29. Conclusion
1. From the OT to NT, there is a “continuation”
of God wanting to be with His people!
2. God’s passion is to be with people!
3. He wants to be with You!
4. God built us to fellowship with Him!
5. The Book of Psalms is one proof of how God
wants to fellowship with us!!!
30. Life Application Stuff
Group Discussion Questions:
1.What is keeping you from fellowship with
God?
2.What can I do to help my fellowship with God
to be special and intimate?