This lesson gives a brief introduction to all the amazing things that the Bible says about water baptism. Not only is it well explained, there are several examples in the Bible to model the use of water baptism today.
This document provides an agenda and objectives for a series of catechism classes. It includes introductions, prayers, bible verses, discussions of confession and the office of the keys. The document outlines the schedule and objectives for upcoming classes which will cover topics like the sacraments of communion and baptism, as well as the Christian life. Sample questions for catechism are provided. The overall purpose is to give participants a greater understanding of Lutheran Christian doctrine and theology.
This document is a commentary on Romans 8:12-30 discussing the privileges and responsibilities of Christians as children of God. It describes four key privileges: 1) God is their Father, 2) Jesus Christ is their elder Brother and they inherit what he inherits, 3) The Holy Spirit helps them by guiding them, assuring them of their sonship, and interceding for them in prayer, 4) Heaven is their true home. It also discusses two main responsibilities: to remember they are in debt to God for all he has done, and to mortify, or put to death, the deeds of the flesh through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Does This Truth Paralyze Or Energize? - Prophecy In The News Magazine - Mar...miscott57
This document summarizes a speech given by Rev. Herbert Mackenzie at a Bible conference in 1918 about how the doctrine of Christ's return should energize believers to spread the gospel. It discusses how missionary efforts in the late 18th/early 19th century were inspired by difficult times, and how Carey, Morrison, and Moffatt were called to spread Christianity globally. The speech examines passages showing Christ's return should motivate believers to preach the word, look diligently for Him, and hasten His return by evangelizing all nations.
The document discusses the biblical feasts of Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles. It explains that each feast has memorial, prophetic, and experiential aspects. Passover commemorates Israel's deliverance from Egypt and prophetically points to Christ's death, while experientially representing justification. Pentecost remembers the giving of the Law at Sinai and was fulfilled by the Holy Spirit's outpouring, representing baptism in the Spirit. Tabernacles anticipates a future fulfillment and glorification, when believers fully inherit all God has for them. The feasts reveal God's plan to meet with his people in three dimensions through Christ, the Spirit, and the Father.
This document discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit and argues that it is something that all believers should experience based on biblical examples. It defines the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a full immersion in God's Spirit that is accompanied by speaking in tongues, as evidenced in Acts. It says the baptism of the Holy Spirit is necessary to receive God's power, help purify believers, build faith, and pray according to God's will. The document encourages readers to desire and receive this experience.
This document discusses whether women should be ordained and examines perspectives on the role of women in ministry from Scripture and the writings of Ellen White. It provides commentary on ecumenical relations between the Seventh-day Adventist Church and the Catholic Church in the 20th century. This included the presentation of a gold medallion to the Pope by an Adventist representative and increased cooperation between denominations. It also addresses perspectives on the interpretation of prophecies regarding the Antichrist and questions whether traditional Adventist views should be reconsidered in light of world events.
This lesson gives a brief introduction to all the amazing things that the Bible says about water baptism. Not only is it well explained, there are several examples in the Bible to model the use of water baptism today.
This document provides an agenda and objectives for a series of catechism classes. It includes introductions, prayers, bible verses, discussions of confession and the office of the keys. The document outlines the schedule and objectives for upcoming classes which will cover topics like the sacraments of communion and baptism, as well as the Christian life. Sample questions for catechism are provided. The overall purpose is to give participants a greater understanding of Lutheran Christian doctrine and theology.
This document is a commentary on Romans 8:12-30 discussing the privileges and responsibilities of Christians as children of God. It describes four key privileges: 1) God is their Father, 2) Jesus Christ is their elder Brother and they inherit what he inherits, 3) The Holy Spirit helps them by guiding them, assuring them of their sonship, and interceding for them in prayer, 4) Heaven is their true home. It also discusses two main responsibilities: to remember they are in debt to God for all he has done, and to mortify, or put to death, the deeds of the flesh through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Does This Truth Paralyze Or Energize? - Prophecy In The News Magazine - Mar...miscott57
This document summarizes a speech given by Rev. Herbert Mackenzie at a Bible conference in 1918 about how the doctrine of Christ's return should energize believers to spread the gospel. It discusses how missionary efforts in the late 18th/early 19th century were inspired by difficult times, and how Carey, Morrison, and Moffatt were called to spread Christianity globally. The speech examines passages showing Christ's return should motivate believers to preach the word, look diligently for Him, and hasten His return by evangelizing all nations.
The document discusses the biblical feasts of Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles. It explains that each feast has memorial, prophetic, and experiential aspects. Passover commemorates Israel's deliverance from Egypt and prophetically points to Christ's death, while experientially representing justification. Pentecost remembers the giving of the Law at Sinai and was fulfilled by the Holy Spirit's outpouring, representing baptism in the Spirit. Tabernacles anticipates a future fulfillment and glorification, when believers fully inherit all God has for them. The feasts reveal God's plan to meet with his people in three dimensions through Christ, the Spirit, and the Father.
This document discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit and argues that it is something that all believers should experience based on biblical examples. It defines the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a full immersion in God's Spirit that is accompanied by speaking in tongues, as evidenced in Acts. It says the baptism of the Holy Spirit is necessary to receive God's power, help purify believers, build faith, and pray according to God's will. The document encourages readers to desire and receive this experience.
This document discusses whether women should be ordained and examines perspectives on the role of women in ministry from Scripture and the writings of Ellen White. It provides commentary on ecumenical relations between the Seventh-day Adventist Church and the Catholic Church in the 20th century. This included the presentation of a gold medallion to the Pope by an Adventist representative and increased cooperation between denominations. It also addresses perspectives on the interpretation of prophecies regarding the Antichrist and questions whether traditional Adventist views should be reconsidered in light of world events.
This document compares scripture passages from the Bible and the New International Version (NIV) translation. It notes several words and phrases that are missing or changed in the NIV compared to the original texts, including removing references to "God", "Christ", and "Holy". In some cases, entire verses are missing from the NIV. The document suggests these omissions and changes alter the intended meaning and message of the biblical passages.
The church in Pergamum was commended for holding fast to Christ's name even when one of their members, Antipas, was martyred for his faith. However, some in the church had embraced the teachings of Balaam, who led Israel into idolatry and sexual immorality, and the teachings of the Nicolaitans, who encouraged the same. The church was warned to repent or face judgment from Christ with his sharp, two-edged sword.
What is our understanding of drawing near to the throne of grace? This requires an understanding of the nature of the True Tabernacle and our access to it through ‘’priestly service’’.
The comings, revelations and manifestations of the lord by elder don ellisasdjfkl
This document discusses the various ways in which Jesus Christ comes to his followers as described in the Bible. It provides examples from passages like John 14:18 where Jesus says "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you" to argue that Christ comes spiritually to instruct, guide, comfort and rule over his followers. The document examines multiple passages to support the idea that Christ comes in spiritual manifestations to strengthen faith, reveal truth, judge sin, and form himself in believers. It aims to prove that the Bible teaches of Christ's continued spiritual presence with his people.
The document discusses the great things that God has done according to the book of Ephesians. It covers four key areas:
1) God settled our largest debt through Christ's sacrifice on the cross.
2) God satisfied our deepest need for forgiveness by forgiving our sins through Christ's death.
3) God provided our greatest desire for guidance by revealing the mystery of Christ and providing direction for how Christians should walk.
4) God prepared our highest longing by preparing an eternal home for believers in heaven.
The document encourages giving God glory for these blessings and making the decision to live for Him who died and rose again.
The document provides three summaries of the Ten Commandments from the Old Testament, New Testament, and as changed by the Papacy.
The Old Testament summary lists the Ten Commandments directly from Exodus 20:1-17. The New Testament summary also lists the Ten Commandments and provides supporting verses from the New Testament. The summary of the commandments as changed by the Papacy notes that the second commandment prohibiting idolatry is removed. It also shows that the Sabbath commandment was changed from the seventh day to Sunday observance, for which there is no scriptural authority.
The document discusses the importance of medical missionary work and how it relates to the atonement and Christ's work. It states that medical missionary work done in service to others is how we show we are "at one" with Christ and how the gospel will spread to cover the earth. It emphasizes that churches must engage in active service and helping those in need through medical missionary work in order to prosper spiritually.
This document discusses the importance of rightly dividing the word of God and understanding the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. It provides an overview of the four divisions of the New Testament: the Gospels, Acts, Epistles, and Revelation. Key points include:
- Jesus taught that one must believe in him to have eternal life, not perish.
- The apostles established the New Testament church and taught that salvation comes through faith in Christ according to the scriptures.
- True worship requires worshipping God in spirit and in truth, and his word is truth.
This document discusses the three angels' messages and the Godhead. It asserts that the Seventh-day Adventist church was raised up to preach the three angels' messages about worshipping the Creator, the fall of Babylon, and the mark of the beast. It contrasts the biblical teaching of three distinct persons in the Godhead with the erroneous Trinity doctrine. It encourages readers to choose whether they will follow the true God or false gods like the Trinity.
This is a study of Jesus being the Lord of the Sabbath. He made it a day in which love rather than law was the key to keeping it. The legalism of the Pharisees mad it a burden, but Jesus made it a blessing by making it a day in which doing good was permitted and promoted.
The letter to the church in Thyatira commends them for their increasing love, faith, service, and perseverance. However, it condemns them for tolerating the false prophetess Jezebel, who was leading people into sexual immorality and idolatry. If the people in Thyatira did not repent of following her teachings, God would judge them with sickness and death. The letter encourages those who did not follow the false teachings to remain faithful until Christ's return, promising them authority over the nations.
This document discusses several religious subjects from a Pentecostal perspective, including the Godhead, new birth, baptism, and holiness. It argues that Jesus Christ is the one God, not three distinct persons. It says true baptism and new birth require water baptism in Jesus' name and receiving the Holy Spirit, as described in Acts. It rejects doctrines of baptizing with titles instead of Jesus' name or baptizing infants. It asserts one must be born of water and Spirit to enter God's kingdom. The document aims to correct what it views as false teachings and lead readers to obey Jesus' words in Scripture.
Jesus was appointing paul as his witnessGLENN PEASE
Jesus appeared to Saul on the road to Damascus and said that he was appointing Saul as a servant and witness. Jesus said that Saul would be rescued from the Jews and Gentiles, and would be sent to open people's eyes, turn them from darkness to light, and deliver them from Satan's power so that they may receive forgiveness and sanctification through faith in Jesus. Saul was obedient to this vision.
The document is a slide presentation about the Holy Spirit being part of the Godhead. It provides several biblical passages from Genesis, Matthew, Acts, Romans, 1 Corinthians, and 1 John that describe the Holy Spirit's role in creation, prophecy, guiding the apostles, revealing God's will and mysteries, and being part of the Trinity. The overall message is that the Holy Spirit is an integral part of the Godhead based on descriptions and involvement in key events in the Bible.
This document is a dogmatic constitution on divine revelation issued by Pope Paul VI in 1965. It discusses revelation itself, how divine revelation is handed on, sacred scripture and its inspiration and interpretation, the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the role of sacred scripture in the life of the Church. The key points are that God reveals himself to bring people into fellowship with him, revelation is realized through deeds and words, sacred scripture is inspired by God and its correct interpretation requires understanding the intended meaning, and sacred scripture plays an important role in the life of the Church.
The church at Ephesus "the loveless church" the church at Smyrna "the resilient church" the church at Pergamum "the compromising church" The church at Thyatira "the corrupt church!"
Beloved Brothers and Sisters,
As Good and Faithful Stewards we have to be Grateful, Responsible and Generous with All GOD has Entrusted to US.
From the Heart,
Fr. Heart, SVD
This document promotes a new mobile phone called the Nokia Supernova by describing it as allowing users to feel hip, trendy, colorful, bright, vibrant, sleek, and refreshed through its various chic, groovy, and stylish design options and colors that are meant to stand out and attract attention like a catwalk.
This document contains a prayer for confession of sins and receiving forgiveness from God. It includes several forms or templates to guide self-examination of one's life, considering sins in areas like thoughts, words, deeds, relationships, and duties. The goal is to thoughtfully review one's life, acknowledge sins, and pray for cleansing and renewal through God's mercy.
This document compares scripture passages from the Bible and the New International Version (NIV) translation. It notes several words and phrases that are missing or changed in the NIV compared to the original texts, including removing references to "God", "Christ", and "Holy". In some cases, entire verses are missing from the NIV. The document suggests these omissions and changes alter the intended meaning and message of the biblical passages.
The church in Pergamum was commended for holding fast to Christ's name even when one of their members, Antipas, was martyred for his faith. However, some in the church had embraced the teachings of Balaam, who led Israel into idolatry and sexual immorality, and the teachings of the Nicolaitans, who encouraged the same. The church was warned to repent or face judgment from Christ with his sharp, two-edged sword.
What is our understanding of drawing near to the throne of grace? This requires an understanding of the nature of the True Tabernacle and our access to it through ‘’priestly service’’.
The comings, revelations and manifestations of the lord by elder don ellisasdjfkl
This document discusses the various ways in which Jesus Christ comes to his followers as described in the Bible. It provides examples from passages like John 14:18 where Jesus says "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you" to argue that Christ comes spiritually to instruct, guide, comfort and rule over his followers. The document examines multiple passages to support the idea that Christ comes in spiritual manifestations to strengthen faith, reveal truth, judge sin, and form himself in believers. It aims to prove that the Bible teaches of Christ's continued spiritual presence with his people.
The document discusses the great things that God has done according to the book of Ephesians. It covers four key areas:
1) God settled our largest debt through Christ's sacrifice on the cross.
2) God satisfied our deepest need for forgiveness by forgiving our sins through Christ's death.
3) God provided our greatest desire for guidance by revealing the mystery of Christ and providing direction for how Christians should walk.
4) God prepared our highest longing by preparing an eternal home for believers in heaven.
The document encourages giving God glory for these blessings and making the decision to live for Him who died and rose again.
The document provides three summaries of the Ten Commandments from the Old Testament, New Testament, and as changed by the Papacy.
The Old Testament summary lists the Ten Commandments directly from Exodus 20:1-17. The New Testament summary also lists the Ten Commandments and provides supporting verses from the New Testament. The summary of the commandments as changed by the Papacy notes that the second commandment prohibiting idolatry is removed. It also shows that the Sabbath commandment was changed from the seventh day to Sunday observance, for which there is no scriptural authority.
The document discusses the importance of medical missionary work and how it relates to the atonement and Christ's work. It states that medical missionary work done in service to others is how we show we are "at one" with Christ and how the gospel will spread to cover the earth. It emphasizes that churches must engage in active service and helping those in need through medical missionary work in order to prosper spiritually.
This document discusses the importance of rightly dividing the word of God and understanding the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. It provides an overview of the four divisions of the New Testament: the Gospels, Acts, Epistles, and Revelation. Key points include:
- Jesus taught that one must believe in him to have eternal life, not perish.
- The apostles established the New Testament church and taught that salvation comes through faith in Christ according to the scriptures.
- True worship requires worshipping God in spirit and in truth, and his word is truth.
This document discusses the three angels' messages and the Godhead. It asserts that the Seventh-day Adventist church was raised up to preach the three angels' messages about worshipping the Creator, the fall of Babylon, and the mark of the beast. It contrasts the biblical teaching of three distinct persons in the Godhead with the erroneous Trinity doctrine. It encourages readers to choose whether they will follow the true God or false gods like the Trinity.
This is a study of Jesus being the Lord of the Sabbath. He made it a day in which love rather than law was the key to keeping it. The legalism of the Pharisees mad it a burden, but Jesus made it a blessing by making it a day in which doing good was permitted and promoted.
The letter to the church in Thyatira commends them for their increasing love, faith, service, and perseverance. However, it condemns them for tolerating the false prophetess Jezebel, who was leading people into sexual immorality and idolatry. If the people in Thyatira did not repent of following her teachings, God would judge them with sickness and death. The letter encourages those who did not follow the false teachings to remain faithful until Christ's return, promising them authority over the nations.
This document discusses several religious subjects from a Pentecostal perspective, including the Godhead, new birth, baptism, and holiness. It argues that Jesus Christ is the one God, not three distinct persons. It says true baptism and new birth require water baptism in Jesus' name and receiving the Holy Spirit, as described in Acts. It rejects doctrines of baptizing with titles instead of Jesus' name or baptizing infants. It asserts one must be born of water and Spirit to enter God's kingdom. The document aims to correct what it views as false teachings and lead readers to obey Jesus' words in Scripture.
Jesus was appointing paul as his witnessGLENN PEASE
Jesus appeared to Saul on the road to Damascus and said that he was appointing Saul as a servant and witness. Jesus said that Saul would be rescued from the Jews and Gentiles, and would be sent to open people's eyes, turn them from darkness to light, and deliver them from Satan's power so that they may receive forgiveness and sanctification through faith in Jesus. Saul was obedient to this vision.
The document is a slide presentation about the Holy Spirit being part of the Godhead. It provides several biblical passages from Genesis, Matthew, Acts, Romans, 1 Corinthians, and 1 John that describe the Holy Spirit's role in creation, prophecy, guiding the apostles, revealing God's will and mysteries, and being part of the Trinity. The overall message is that the Holy Spirit is an integral part of the Godhead based on descriptions and involvement in key events in the Bible.
This document is a dogmatic constitution on divine revelation issued by Pope Paul VI in 1965. It discusses revelation itself, how divine revelation is handed on, sacred scripture and its inspiration and interpretation, the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the role of sacred scripture in the life of the Church. The key points are that God reveals himself to bring people into fellowship with him, revelation is realized through deeds and words, sacred scripture is inspired by God and its correct interpretation requires understanding the intended meaning, and sacred scripture plays an important role in the life of the Church.
The church at Ephesus "the loveless church" the church at Smyrna "the resilient church" the church at Pergamum "the compromising church" The church at Thyatira "the corrupt church!"
Beloved Brothers and Sisters,
As Good and Faithful Stewards we have to be Grateful, Responsible and Generous with All GOD has Entrusted to US.
From the Heart,
Fr. Heart, SVD
This document promotes a new mobile phone called the Nokia Supernova by describing it as allowing users to feel hip, trendy, colorful, bright, vibrant, sleek, and refreshed through its various chic, groovy, and stylish design options and colors that are meant to stand out and attract attention like a catwalk.
This document contains a prayer for confession of sins and receiving forgiveness from God. It includes several forms or templates to guide self-examination of one's life, considering sins in areas like thoughts, words, deeds, relationships, and duties. The goal is to thoughtfully review one's life, acknowledge sins, and pray for cleansing and renewal through God's mercy.
Qreamteam is a young, multidisciplinary creative team located in Venlo, Netherlands comprised of professionals from various industries. They provide services such as graphic design, marketing, photography, film/multimedia, and sustainability/redesign advice. They work on creative solutions for business issues and have received press attention from various publications. They also organize internal workshops and community events. For more information contact Maarten Kuypers.
This is for anyone who is willing to hear about the church plant that Fellowship Church in College Station, Texas will be starting in May 2010 to reach students of Texas State University.
The document provides guidance on how to blog effectively in 4 key steps:
1) Create a topic by keeping a journal of ideas and combining notes into blog topics. Consider turning topics into a series.
2) Draft the blog beginning with an opening line, main points, and call to action. Revise by adding depth, links, and editing.
3) Finalize the draft with good writing that is useful, scannable, and uses a plain style and style guide. Consider the audience.
4) Post the blog and continue engaging by responding to feedback, updating posts, and promoting conversation.
CESP-ID is a flexible authentication solution that provides secure authentication
of users and enables Single Sign On between applications and organizations.
It is based on the Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) 2.0,
which is an XML-based standard for exchanging authentication data between
security domains. CESP-ID supports several different authentication mechanisms
and is integrated with Trusted Security Server for providing verification
of electronic ID (EID). CESP-ID is compliant with the Swedish healthcare
standard “Bastjänster för Informationsförsörjning“, BIF and also conforms to
SAML V2.0 IdP LITE profile.
There are 7 very important things that happen in the waters of baptism, according to the Bible. Some churches call it "an outward sign of an inward experience", but do they really know just how rich that inward experience is? For believers in Jesus Christ to be baptized in water has been a common practice for thousands of years. Jesus commanded that His disciples baptize believers, and they did!
I. THANKFULNESS THE TRUE SACRIFICE . . 1
II. THE REVELATION IN ITSELF . . . 7
III. THE REVELATION IN HISTORY . . .15
IV. THE REVELATION IN LIFE . . .24
V THE REVELATION AND THB INNER LIFK . 32
VI. CHRISTIAN MOTIVE . . . .39
VII. " I CAMB TO CALL " . 44
VIII. JOY AND SORROW . . . . .49
IX. IMMANENCE . . . . .53
X. PARTISANSHIP . . . . .58
Sanctuary Presentation 1. The Sanctuary ArticlesSami Wilberforce
The document discusses the importance of the sanctuary and its articles in the Old Testament tabernacle and their significance as types pointing to Jesus Christ and His ministry. It explains that the sanctuary and its articles like the altar, laver, table of showbread, and throne represent important spiritual truths about salvation through Jesus, including His atoning death, baptism and regeneration, communion, and heavenly ministry. The sanctuary service gives insight into God's plan of redemption and should be properly understood.
Baptism is a sacrament of initiation into the Christian faith that cleanses from sin and brings numerous spiritual effects. It is commanded by Christ and required for salvation. Baptism forgives both original and actual sin, makes one a child of God through adoption, and gives the gift of faith, hope and love through the Holy Spirit. Infant baptism is supported by scripture showing household baptisms, and protects infants from original sin until they can reason about faith for themselves. The rite of baptism involves renunciation of sin, profession of faith, anointing and washing with water in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
The second baptism that God has for His children is the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This is the 5th foundation stone in this teaching series. How does God display His power in your life? Which gift of the Holy Spirit have you received?
This document discusses the importance of authority in religious teachings and obedience. It summarizes Jesus' confrontation with religious authorities who questioned his authority, noting he received authority from God. The document argues that religious teachings must have authority from God, not just human leaders, and believers should obey God over human commands. It provides biblical examples of teachings from God that believers must follow regarding morality, sexuality, and using their bodies for righteousness.
The document provides an overview of a discipleship conference focused on recovering one's first love for Jesus, discovering the need for rest in God, and uncovering the path to reasonable service. It discusses how believers can lose their first love through sin, failure, pressures and living inauthentically. To regain love, one must rest in Jesus' finished work through faith. The first step of discipleship is recognizing one's complete need for Christ. Putting off the old self and being transformed requires resting in God's decrees of redemption and having a cleansed conscience through Christ. Good works prepared by God result from transformation and include caring for those in need.
The Greater and Lesser light (The Holy Bible or The Spirit of Prophecy which ?)Antonio Bernard
What does the phrase Greater and Lesser light means ?
Is the Spirit prophecy the Lesser light that's points to the Greater light the Holy Bible ?
Did not the Bible call Christ the Greater light ?
What is the correction understanding of the terms greater and lesser light ?
The document summarizes a sermon on Galatians 3:1-14 about receiving the Holy Spirit through faith rather than works. It discusses how Paul was concerned that some were adding works to the gospel message in Galatia. Paul asks the Galatians how they received the Spirit - through works or faith? The sermon argues we receive the Spirit's indwelling at salvation and empowering at baptism not by works but by simply hearing the word with faith.
This document contains summaries of two Bible passages, reflection questions on being made new in Christ, and a prayer. The passages discuss how we should no longer view others or Christ based on outward appearances but on their spiritual nature, and how Christ is the image of God, creator of all, and reconciler through his death on the cross. The reflection questions prompt examining what we try to add to God's grace, our focus on performance over relationship with God, and supporting others on their spiritual journeys.
The document discusses the covenant relationship between God and mankind. It notes that God sets the terms of salvation through the covenant of grace, fulfilling the conditions himself to save his people. It emphasizes that the church's purpose is to be a corporate expression of God's glory through worship, proclaiming the gospel, and bringing believers together in communion. The sacraments of baptism and communion are described as signs and seals of God's covenant that he has commanded the church to observe.
The document discusses the Gospel of Christ according to Galatians 4, noting that God sent his Son Jesus to redeem those under the law. It provides context on Judaism as the religion of those who follow the Law of Moses, while Christianity began with Jesus and a new law for all nations. Paul's gospel did not include Old Testament regulations, relying solely on Christ's teachings.
This is a study of Jesus as the source of revelation. He had revelation from the Father and He passed it on to the Holy Spirit who in turn passed it on to the Apostles. Revelation of all truth came through the working of the Trinity and is given to us through the Bible.
Period of the spiritual instruction baptismCondryChapel
The document discusses the ordinances of communion and baptism in Christianity. It states that communion and baptism are ordinances commanded by Christ and practiced by the early church as visual aids to better understand Christ's redemptive work. Baptism represents new spiritual birth, and both ordinances were instituted by Christ, taught by the apostles, and practiced in the early church. The document provides biblical support for characterizing and practicing these ordinances.
The document discusses the need to study the books of Daniel and Revelation more closely as we near the end of time. It emphasizes keeping attention focused on God and His law rather than human beings. It notes how God worked throughout history to humble human pride. The second part discusses various biblical passages about election, calling, and salvation through accepting Christ's righteousness. It stresses that true election is dependent upon continual faith and obedience to God's word. Overall the document examines theological concepts around judgment, salvation, and preparing for Christ's return.
This document provides an overview of Christian discipleship according to the Bible. It discusses how to become a Christian through faith in Jesus Christ and being baptized after hearing the gospel message. The document also addresses erroneous views of salvation, such as believing good works are sufficient or that people are inherently good. The core teachings are that all have sinned, salvation is only through Jesus, and one must hear the gospel, believe, repent of sins, and be baptized to become a Christian disciple.
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.
When we appropriate all that Christ has done for us, we have a responsibility to Him, our fellow members of the body of Christ as well as ourselves. Keeping the faith is an ongoing process. Please listen to sermon at http://edthepastor.podbean.com/e/marching-orders-hebrews-10/?token=f82efb3751d55b968883246204a83ca4
Portal / BI 2008 Presentation by Ted TschoppTed Tschopp
This document summarizes how Southern California Edison used a service oriented architecture approach to integrate legacy web applications into its SAP NetWeaver portal. It discusses the problems with existing legacy applications and integration approaches. It then describes how SCE transformed legacy applications into web services, integrated those services into the portal using XML and XSLT, and demonstrated the new application architecture. The document emphasizes that most websites can be converted to web services quickly and that this approach solves user problems without needing "sexy" IT solutions.
Usability behaviors: Usability and the SDLCTed Tschopp
A rather long overview of Usability. Mainly taken from elsewhere on the internet. Can be used to see how well you are doing with usability as a behavior your company involves itself in.
The document discusses usability and user experience (UX) in several contexts:
1. It defines usability according to ISO usability standard 9241 as how effectively, efficiently, and satisfactorily users can achieve goals within a specified context.
2. It lists 47 common usability activities including heuristic evaluation, personas, usability testing, and more.
3. It describes how to measure usability through effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction metrics like tasks completed, time on task, errors, and user ratings.
4. It notes that usability is complex and interdisciplinary, drawing on fields like information architecture, interaction design, industrial design, and more.
5. It suggests that
A long presentation that gives a primer on how Gamification can be used to build collaboration in a corporate community. I am rather proud of the information I collected and synthesized in this presentation, but I was never able to convince enough people its value.
This document provides an overview of different Christian denominations' views on the Eucharist, also known as Communion or the Lord's Supper. It discusses the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Calvinist, Anglican, Baptist, Methodist, and Lutheran perspectives on elements such as the real presence of Christ's body and blood, transubstantiation, and the purpose of the ritual. The Lutheran view is explained in more depth, drawing on Martin Luther's Large Catechism. It emphasizes that Christ's true body and blood are really present "in, with and under" the bread and wine, and that one receives spiritual benefits through faith.
This document provides an agenda and discussion topics for a catechism class. The agenda includes introductions, objectives, prayers, and discussions on various theological topics like the two kingdoms, civil government, and Christian duties. Tables of duties are also provided that outline biblical teachings on roles like pastors, congregants, husbands, wives, children, employees and employers. Questions for Christian instruction are also listed that cover basic doctrines of sin, salvation through Christ, and the Trinity.
This document provides an overview and analysis of the Lord's Prayer. It breaks down the prayer into its main components, including the invocation, seven petitions, doxology, and closing. The document aims to teach about how God has asked us to communicate with Him through prayer, and examines what the Lord's Prayer reveals about how we should pray.
The document discusses various Christian creeds and hymns of praise. It mentions the Apostles' Creed and its articles of faith. It also references the Athanasian Creed and lists parts of the hymn "Te Deum Laudamus". The majority of the document consists of the lyrics to the hymn praising God, Jesus Christ, and asking for protection from sin.
This document provides an overview and breakdown of the 10 Commandments. It begins with introducing information from a previous talk and providing a source to access it. The document then discusses what defines a law and different types of covenants before examining the three uses of the law. It concludes by listing and likely explaining each of the 10 Commandments individually.
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4. Who are we? Turn to someone you don’t know and tell them Your Name Ask them their name and one of the following questions: What is the greatest thing you accomplished in the last year What is the biggest thing you are looking forward to in the next year What city were you born in What does your first and last name mean? Where did you get your education and what did you focus on or what was your favorite subject What is your favorite time of year and why
6. Objective: For The Course To gain a greater understanding of the Creator of the Universe To Gain a greater understanding of the Lutheran understanding of the Christian Faith
8. Prayer Prior to Studying the Bible Almighty God, heavenly Father, you give all the gifts of life and living, and you bid us to love you with our heart, soul, mind, and strength. During this time of study and learning and writing, grant to us the protection of your Holy Spirit, that we become neither weary nor proud, and that in all things we might, with our words, bring honor and glory to your Word, Jesus Christ your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.Amen.
12. What is a Sacrament? An Act or Right Instituted by God In which God Himself has joined his Word to the visible element And by which he offers, gives and seals the forgiveness of sins earned by Christ Luther's Small Catechism with Explanation, St. Louis: Concordia, 1991, 236
13. How Many Sacraments are There? “We have now finished the three chief parts of the common Christian doctrine. Besides these we have yet to speak of our two Sacraments instituted by Christ, of which also every Christian ought to have at least an ordinary, brief instruction, because without them there can be no Christian; although, alas! hitherto no instruction concerning them has been given” – Luther’s Large Catechism 4:1
14. How Many Sacraments Are There? “And here you see that Baptism, both in its power and signification, comprehends also the third Sacrament, which has been called repentance, as it is really nothing else than Baptism.” Luther’s Large Catechism 4:74-75
15. How many Sacraments Are There? “If we define the sacraments as rites, which have the command of God and to which the promise of grace has been added, it is easy to determine what the sacraments are, properly speaking. For humanly instituted rites are not sacraments, properly speaking, because human beings do not have the authority to promise grace. Therefore signs instituted without the command of God are not sure signs of grace, even though they perhaps serve to teach or admonish the common folk. Therefore, the sacraments are actually baptism, the Lord’s Supper, and absolution (the sacrament of repentance)” – The Defense of the Augsburg Confession 13:3-4 Of the Number and Use of the Sacraments
16. What of the Other Rites Confirmation and Extreme Unction1are rites received from the Fathers which not even the Church requires as necessary to salvation, because they do not have God's command. Therefore it is not useless to distinguish these rites from the former, which have God's express command and a clear promise of grace. - The Defense of the Augsburg Confession 13:6 Of the Number and Use of the Sacraments Anointing of the Sick which is a part of Last Rites
17. What of the Other Rites Matrimony was not first instituted in the New Testament, but in the beginning, immediately on the creation of the human race. It has, moreover, God's command; it has also promises, not indeed properly pertaining to the New Testament, but pertaining rather to the bodily life. Wherefore, if any one should wish to call it a sacrament, he ought still to distinguish it from those preceding ones [the two former ones], which are properly signs of the New Testament, and testimonies of grace and the remission of sins. -- The Defense of the Augsburg Confession 13:16 Of the Number and Use of the Sacraments
18. What of the Other Rites [We under stand the priesthood as] “the ministry of the Word, and administering the Sacraments to others, but they understand it as referring to sacrifice; as though in the New Testament there ought to be a priesthood like the Levitical, to sacrifice for the people, and merit the remission of sins for others. We teach that the sacrifice of Christ dying on the cross has been sufficient for the sins of the whole world, and that there is no need, besides, of other sacrifices, as though this were not sufficient for our sins. Men, accordingly, are justified not because of any other sacrifices, but because of this one sacrifice of Christ, if they believe that they have been redeemed by this sacrifice. They are accordingly called priests, not in order to make any sacrifices for the people as in the Law, so that by these they may merit remission of sins for the people; but they are called to teach the Gospel and administer the Sacraments to the people.” -- The Defense of the Augsburg Confession 13:7-10 Of the Number and Use of the Sacraments
19. What of the Other Commandments of God? Lastly, if among the Sacraments all things ought to be numbered which have God's command, and to which promises have been added, why do we not add prayer, which most truly can be called a sacrament? For it has both God's command and very many promises; and if placed among the Sacraments, as though in a more eminent place, it would invite men to pray. Almscould also be reckoned here, and likewise afflictions, which are, even themselves signs, to which God has added promises. But let us omit these things. For no prudent man will strive greatly concerning the number or the term, if only those objects still be retained which have God's command and promises. -- The Defense of the Augsburg Confession 13:16-17 Of the Number and Use of the Sacraments
21. What is Baptism Greek: βαπτίζω to immerse, to dip to be over one's head (in debt) to be soaked (in wine) to dip, steep, dye, color To sink, disable, overwhelm, go under, overborne The Greek is from an Endo-European word: *gwebh to dip, sink
22. Examples in the Bible The First Example in the Bible: Because they formerly did not obey, when God's patience waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were brought safely through water. Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him. - (1 Peter 3:20-22 ESV)
23. Examples in the Bible The Israelites were Baptised For I want you to know, brothers, that our fathers were all under the cloud, and all passed through the sea, and all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, and all ate the same spiritual food, and all drank the same spiritual drink. For they drank from the spiritual Rock that followed them, and the Rock was Christ. Nevertheless, with most of them God was not pleased, for they were overthrown in the wilderness. Now these things took place as examples for us, that we might not desire evil as they did. – 1 Corinthians 10:1-6 ESV
24. Examples in the Bible Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow's cause. – Isaiah 1:16-17 ESV On that day there shall be a fountain opened for the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, to cleanse them from sin and uncleanness. – Zechariah 13:1 ESV
25. What does this all mean These preparations having thus been made, the priests go regularly into the first section, performing their ritual duties, but into the second only the high priest goes, and he but once a year, and not without taking blood, which he offers for himself and for the unintentional sins of the people. By this the Holy Spirit indicates that the way into the holy places is not yet opened as long as the first section is still standing (which is symbolic for the present age). According to this arrangement, gifts and sacrifices are offered that cannot perfect the conscience of the worshiper, but deal only with food and drink and various washings, regulations for the body imposed until the time of reformation. But when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things that have come, then through the greater and more perfect tent (not made with hands, that is, not of this creation) he entered once for all into the holy places, not by means of the blood of goats and calves but by means of his own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption. For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the sprinkling of defiled persons with the ashes of a heifer, sanctify for the purification of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our conscience from dead works to serve the living God. – Hebrews 9:6-14 ESV
26. Why do we baptize today? And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” – Matthew 28:18-20 ESV
27. What does it mean to be baptized “in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” For to be baptized in the name of God is to be baptized not by men, but by God Himself. Therefore, although it is performed by human hands, it is nevertheless truly God's own work. From this fact every one may himself readily infer that it is a far higher work than any work performed by a man or a saint. For what work greater than the work of God can we do?
28. What is Baptism? From this now… …how to answer the question what Baptism is, namely thus, that it is not mere ordinary water, but water comprehended in God's Word and command, and sanctified thereby, so that it is nothing else than a divine water; not that the water in itself is nobler than other water, but that God's Word and command are added.
29. What does Baptism Give or profit? “…we must also learn why and for what purpose it is instituted; that is, what it profits, gives, and works. And this also we cannot discern better than from the words of Christ above quoted: He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved. Therefore state it most simply thus, that the power, work, profit, fruit, and end of Baptism is this, namely, to save. For no one is baptized in order that he may become a prince, but, as the words declare, that he be saved. But to be saved, we know, is nothing else than to be delivered from sin, death, and the devil, and to enter into the kingdom of Christ, and to live with Him forever.”
30. How can water do this? Baptism is quite another thing than all other water; not on account of the natural quality but because something more noble is here added; for God Himself stakes His honor, His power and might on it. Therefore it is not only natural water, but a divine, heavenly, holy, and blessed water, and in whatever other terms we can praise it,-all on account of the Word, which is a heavenly, holy Word, that no one can sufficiently extol, for it has, and is able to do, all that God is and can do [since it has all the virtue and power of God comprised in it].
31. What does such baptizing with water signify “It signifies that the old Adam in us should, by daily contrition and repentance, be drowned and die with all sins and evil lusts, and, again, a new man daily come forth and arise; who shall live before God in righteousness and purity forever.” – Luther’s Small Catechism We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. - Romans 6:4 ESV
32. Something a bit more fun! Table Talk - No. 394: Prenatal Baptisms Are Ridiculed on December, 1532“[According to Aristotle] the whole soul is in each and every part of the body. On this basis they baptize a fetus which has not yet been fully brought into the world. Augustine treated of this at great length. If I prick my finger, my whole body feels it. Therefore, when I baptize a finger I baptize the whole body.“I don’t wish to be baptized thus. But I don’t care about the element, whatever one may have. Indeed, it’s enough to speak the words. Let the children be committed to our Lord God. The baptism itself is of no concern to me.Besides, the Word is the principal part of baptism. If in an emergency there’s no water at hand, it doesn’t matter whether water or beer is used.”
33. Something a bit more fun! No. 5446: Does the Kind of Water Affect Valid Baptism? Summer or Fall, 1542 The doctor [Martin Luther]: “I wish to ask Dr. Jacob whether children should be baptized in warm water.” Dr. Jacob: “Yes.” Dr. Luther: “This becomes a change of elements, and cold water terrifies like the law.” Dr. Jacob: “The cold is accidental. Besides, the law is often called fire too.” Dr. Luther: “It’s true. Water that’s too hot can also terrify, if this is to be determinative.” Dr. Jacob: “Should a child be baptized with wine? I hear that such a thing happened,” etc. Dr. Luther: “If it’s done, it’s done by accident. So in this instance what happened was that in an emergency the poor women laid hold of wine, thinking it was something else. That child shouldn’t be baptized again because when I take something to be something—when I think it’s water, even if it really is something else—there’s no danger at all. Under the papacy priests often elevated water instead of wine.”