Apologetics Keynote I presented at Encounter Youth Conference.
I began with this quote:
"If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." - Albert Einstein
This powerpoint is not my endeavor to expound upon Apologetical or theological thought; rather it is an attempt to birth an interest in the topic at hand for further discovery.
The Life and Ministry of The Apostle Paul, part 4: Finding Grace in SufferingPacific Church
07/17/16 Sermon
Pastor Seth Gatchell
Pacific Church of Irvine
www.pacificchurch.com
4th message in a series on the life and ministry of the Apostle Paul
The document discusses preparing one's heart and life for spiritual renewal and revival through being anointed by God like Jesus was. It encourages being willing to follow Jesus' example in ministering to the poor, brokenhearted, captive and oppressed, which may require sacrifice and changing one's life. Revival demands confessing sins, praying for each other, and is difficult work but can bring healing and spiritual awakening.
This document contains the text of a sermon given at Summerville Church of Christ. It discusses how faith's connection to the Holy Spirit renews, refreshes, and replenishes believers. It references several Bible verses from Isaiah, Zechariah, Acts, Psalms, and Galatians to support these points. The sermon encourages perseverance and not growing weary in doing good works. It concludes with a prayer quoting Hebrews.
Patience is a virtue that many of us need to work on. What is patience? What can I do to increase my patience? What are some consequences of not being patient? How does God give us patience? Hopefully this lesson will help you answer these questions. Audio: http://w65stchurchofchrist.org/Sermons/Audio_Sermons/2010_04_04_Lord_Give_Me_Patience_Now.mp3
By examining God’s patience in the days of Noah, with man, with Paul, and in the parable of the Unmerciful Servant we find the keys to our patience. We must be patient in teaching, helping and forgiving.
The document provides excerpts from religious texts that relate to themes of Sukkot, worshipping God, training for war, community, leadership, faith, and love. Key ideas include bowing down before God alone, coming together as sons of Jacob, rejoicing in the Lord, and knowing people by their love.
Apologetics Keynote I presented at Encounter Youth Conference.
I began with this quote:
"If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." - Albert Einstein
This powerpoint is not my endeavor to expound upon Apologetical or theological thought; rather it is an attempt to birth an interest in the topic at hand for further discovery.
The Life and Ministry of The Apostle Paul, part 4: Finding Grace in SufferingPacific Church
07/17/16 Sermon
Pastor Seth Gatchell
Pacific Church of Irvine
www.pacificchurch.com
4th message in a series on the life and ministry of the Apostle Paul
The document discusses preparing one's heart and life for spiritual renewal and revival through being anointed by God like Jesus was. It encourages being willing to follow Jesus' example in ministering to the poor, brokenhearted, captive and oppressed, which may require sacrifice and changing one's life. Revival demands confessing sins, praying for each other, and is difficult work but can bring healing and spiritual awakening.
This document contains the text of a sermon given at Summerville Church of Christ. It discusses how faith's connection to the Holy Spirit renews, refreshes, and replenishes believers. It references several Bible verses from Isaiah, Zechariah, Acts, Psalms, and Galatians to support these points. The sermon encourages perseverance and not growing weary in doing good works. It concludes with a prayer quoting Hebrews.
Patience is a virtue that many of us need to work on. What is patience? What can I do to increase my patience? What are some consequences of not being patient? How does God give us patience? Hopefully this lesson will help you answer these questions. Audio: http://w65stchurchofchrist.org/Sermons/Audio_Sermons/2010_04_04_Lord_Give_Me_Patience_Now.mp3
By examining God’s patience in the days of Noah, with man, with Paul, and in the parable of the Unmerciful Servant we find the keys to our patience. We must be patient in teaching, helping and forgiving.
The document provides excerpts from religious texts that relate to themes of Sukkot, worshipping God, training for war, community, leadership, faith, and love. Key ideas include bowing down before God alone, coming together as sons of Jacob, rejoicing in the Lord, and knowing people by their love.
This document provides guidance on developing a regular practice of private devotions. It suggests that great men of the Bible, including Isaac, David, Daniel, and Jesus himself engaged in private prayer and meditation. Private devotions are important to draw near to God, receive spiritual nourishment from His word, and find peace and stability. The document recommends setting aside a consistent time and place for devotions, and engaging in prayer, meditation on scripture, and praise during that time. It closes by emphasizing the importance of having a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document discusses the importance and value of patience. It provides several biblical references that command or teach about patience. Patience is defined as enduring difficulties without complaint. Developing patience involves enduring trials calmly and getting busy with God's work. Having patience helps strengthen one's spiritual character, faith, and hope. It prepares one for heaven and helps lead a less stressful life. The document encourages coming to Jesus by hearing the gospel, repenting of sins, confessing faith, baptism, and remaining faithful.
This document discusses how God restores lives in three ways: 1) He restores joy through praising and expressing gratitude to God. 2) He restores faith as described in Psalms 66:5-6. 3) He restores hope as stated in Galatians 6:7. The document encourages calling unto God so he can answer and show great and mighty things not known.
Upside Down Living: Blessed are those who mournStephen Palm
This is the second sermon in the Upside-Down Living series in which we look at Jesus' second beatitude, Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. We will explore the ways in which God comforts us, both during times of profound loss and times of conviction over personal and shared sin. We will also look at the way that God uses our fellow believers to comfort us in these same areas. The key challenge is to make ourselves available to God so that we can become a source of comfort to others.
The document reports that there is a case of sexual immorality among the congregation involving a man having sexual relations with his father's wife. The author states that this kind of immorality is not tolerated even among pagans. He instructs the congregation to remove this man from their community and deliver him to Satan for his flesh to be destroyed so that his spirit may be saved.
Redefining Faithfulness, Pastor Rick Paladinwordandworship
The document summarizes key passages from 1 Kings and Matthew about faithfulness. It discusses how David charged Solomon to be faithful to God's commands before he died. It also references passages about being faithful with responsibilities and rewards. The document then summarizes parts of Acts that show how the early church redefined faithfulness by overcoming obstacles, allowing Gentiles in, resolving disputes, and planting churches across the world. It stresses that growth requires increasing productivity for God's kingdom, not just adding volume. The summary encourages redefining faithfulness by having a clear why, what, and how.
This document discusses three attitudes that lead to blessedness according to Jesus: hungering and thirsting for righteousness, being merciful, and having a pure heart. It examines each attitude in detail, exploring the original meanings and what Jesus intended to convey. For righteousness, it means having a deep longing for right relationship with God above all else. For mercy, it refers to compassion for both physical and spiritual needs of others. And for purity of heart, it involves having singleness of purpose toward God and keeping the heart clean through God's sanctifying work.
This document discusses the fruits of the spirit "joy" and "peace" from Galatians 5:22-23. It defines joy as great happiness or pleasure, especially of a spiritual kind, and peace as freedom from anxiety and mental calm. For Christians, joy and peace come from their relationship with Christ, not from avoiding suffering or material things. Having Christ imparted a measure of joy and peace within adversity. The document provides examples from scripture of Christians experiencing joy even while facing persecution.
Upside Down Living: Blessed are the PersecutedStephen Palm
This is the final sermon in the series Upside Down Living from Jesus' beatitudes in Mt. 5:3-12. It explores the difference between pressure and persecution, explores the facts concerning the global persecution of Christians and then suggests three practical action items that we can take to come alongside our persecuted brothers and sisters.
The justice of god seth gatchell september 2 2018Pacific Church
Few things get the hackles up from an atheist than the belief that God is a judge. You frequently hear, "I don't believe in a God who judges. I believe in the loving Jesus." They would be surprised that in the New Testament, Jesus is the very one who warns us most about a coming judgment, before which everyone will stand!
Upside Down Living: They who hunger and thirst after righteousnessStephen Palm
This sermon explores Jesus' fourth beatitude in Matthew 5:6. We will consider the great paradox of spiritual hunger and thirst, that they increase when we take in spiritual nourishment and decrease when we don't. We will consider the difference between spiritual food and spiritual junk food and examine how what we desire becomes the passion of our life.
This document discusses how one's thoughts shape their life and character. It encourages focusing thoughts on things that are true, noble, just, pure, lovely, and praiseworthy. Running the race of life requires discipline and bringing thoughts into submission. True stability comes from being thankful for what God provides, patiently waiting on his direction, welcoming challenge, and hardship. Knowing Jesus Christ allows one to become their best self.
140629 eng got fruit series (part 6 - peace) by ps. timothy loheaglepointcf
The document discusses the concept of peace from a biblical perspective. It describes the three types of peace mentioned in the Bible: peace with God which is achieved through faith in Jesus Christ, peace from God which is the inner tranquility and lack of fear that comes from trusting in God, and peace of God which is the peace that surpasses understanding and guards one's heart and mind. The document provides several biblical references to support these three aspects of peace and gives examples of people who experienced peace from God even in difficult circumstances through their trust in Him.
The document discusses how coming together in community is God's answer to various problems and difficulties people face. It argues that gathering together provides safety, helps overcome anxiety and wrong perspectives, and allows people to triumph over challenges through supporting one another. Ultimately, the document claims that congregating helps create more "saints" or followers of God, as people can learn from one another and others can find faith by hearing testimonies.
This document discusses the local church as a "greenhouse" for spiritual growth. It provides several Bible passages about unity within the church and esteeming others, as well as working together for mutual edification. The local church should focus on nurturing, discipling and developing people. Building the kingdom is about building people through having them in one's heart. The church should celebrate others' spiritual progress and equip believers to minister supernaturally through healings, deliverances and miracles as the greatest form of evangelism.
This document contains a prayer, summaries of Jesus's baptism and the meaning of baptism by water, spirit, and fire, reasons for and against baptism, and information about an upcoming seminar. The prayer asks God to remove pride and the pursuit of power from people and open their hearts in generosity and justice towards the neglected. It then provides biblical summaries of Jesus's baptism by John the Baptist and being filled with the Holy Spirit, and explains baptism by water as acknowledging sin and choosing to follow Jesus, by spirit as receiving God's empowering grace, and by fire as being purified through testing. It lists pleasing others, getting God to like you more, and baptizing your current life as bad reasons for bapt
This document contains multiple Bible verses that discuss finding strength and comfort through God and faith. The verses discuss how God gives power to the weak, strengthens those who hope in Him, and is a refuge and strength in times of trouble. They also discuss taking pleasure in weaknesses because that allows God's power to be made perfect, and finding rest, peace, and overcoming fear and oppression through faith in God.
This document contains 12 passages on various topics such as:
1) Information about a local church in Rossville, GA.
2) Details about a upcoming voting precinct location.
3) Two Bible verses about having courage in times of trouble.
The document provides spiritual encouragement and advice for dealing with hardship or a wounded spirit.
The document discusses relying on God's Spirit rather than human might or power to accomplish works. It summarizes a Bible verse stating works are done by God's Spirit, not by human ability. It suggests praying to release control to the Holy Spirit over oneself, for others to reduce stress by letting the Spirit take over, and for global laborers to be sent by the Spirit rather than commissioned by people. It provides related scripture passages to declare for the week.
The document discusses how the early church was led by the Holy Spirit following Pentecost. It describes how the Spirit guided the church through persecution, in reaching Gentiles like Cornelius, and in establishing the church in Antioch. It emphasizes that the Spirit continues to lead both individuals and leaders today, and urges believers to offer their lives as living sacrifices in being transformed by the renewing of their minds to understand God's will. The early church leaders responded to the Spirit's leading by sending Barnabas to preach, and were empowered to spread the gospel message.
Roman Catholic doctrine, as with any other organization, political party or religion, are its beliefs, tenets, principles, or teachings. “Christian” means follower of Jesus Christ.
Austin Christian Executives: Hebrews 1-7 (March 28, 2014)austinexec
The document summarizes chapters 1-7 of the Epistle to Hebrews. It discusses how Christ is superior to angels and the prophets as God's son. It explains how Christ's humanity allowed him to taste death for mankind. It also describes how Christ offers a true rest and superior priesthood over the Levitical priests as a priest in the order of Melchizedek. The document provides context on the authorship and purpose of Hebrews in establishing Christ's supremacy for redemption.
This document provides guidance on developing a regular practice of private devotions. It suggests that great men of the Bible, including Isaac, David, Daniel, and Jesus himself engaged in private prayer and meditation. Private devotions are important to draw near to God, receive spiritual nourishment from His word, and find peace and stability. The document recommends setting aside a consistent time and place for devotions, and engaging in prayer, meditation on scripture, and praise during that time. It closes by emphasizing the importance of having a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document discusses the importance and value of patience. It provides several biblical references that command or teach about patience. Patience is defined as enduring difficulties without complaint. Developing patience involves enduring trials calmly and getting busy with God's work. Having patience helps strengthen one's spiritual character, faith, and hope. It prepares one for heaven and helps lead a less stressful life. The document encourages coming to Jesus by hearing the gospel, repenting of sins, confessing faith, baptism, and remaining faithful.
This document discusses how God restores lives in three ways: 1) He restores joy through praising and expressing gratitude to God. 2) He restores faith as described in Psalms 66:5-6. 3) He restores hope as stated in Galatians 6:7. The document encourages calling unto God so he can answer and show great and mighty things not known.
Upside Down Living: Blessed are those who mournStephen Palm
This is the second sermon in the Upside-Down Living series in which we look at Jesus' second beatitude, Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. We will explore the ways in which God comforts us, both during times of profound loss and times of conviction over personal and shared sin. We will also look at the way that God uses our fellow believers to comfort us in these same areas. The key challenge is to make ourselves available to God so that we can become a source of comfort to others.
The document reports that there is a case of sexual immorality among the congregation involving a man having sexual relations with his father's wife. The author states that this kind of immorality is not tolerated even among pagans. He instructs the congregation to remove this man from their community and deliver him to Satan for his flesh to be destroyed so that his spirit may be saved.
Redefining Faithfulness, Pastor Rick Paladinwordandworship
The document summarizes key passages from 1 Kings and Matthew about faithfulness. It discusses how David charged Solomon to be faithful to God's commands before he died. It also references passages about being faithful with responsibilities and rewards. The document then summarizes parts of Acts that show how the early church redefined faithfulness by overcoming obstacles, allowing Gentiles in, resolving disputes, and planting churches across the world. It stresses that growth requires increasing productivity for God's kingdom, not just adding volume. The summary encourages redefining faithfulness by having a clear why, what, and how.
This document discusses three attitudes that lead to blessedness according to Jesus: hungering and thirsting for righteousness, being merciful, and having a pure heart. It examines each attitude in detail, exploring the original meanings and what Jesus intended to convey. For righteousness, it means having a deep longing for right relationship with God above all else. For mercy, it refers to compassion for both physical and spiritual needs of others. And for purity of heart, it involves having singleness of purpose toward God and keeping the heart clean through God's sanctifying work.
This document discusses the fruits of the spirit "joy" and "peace" from Galatians 5:22-23. It defines joy as great happiness or pleasure, especially of a spiritual kind, and peace as freedom from anxiety and mental calm. For Christians, joy and peace come from their relationship with Christ, not from avoiding suffering or material things. Having Christ imparted a measure of joy and peace within adversity. The document provides examples from scripture of Christians experiencing joy even while facing persecution.
Upside Down Living: Blessed are the PersecutedStephen Palm
This is the final sermon in the series Upside Down Living from Jesus' beatitudes in Mt. 5:3-12. It explores the difference between pressure and persecution, explores the facts concerning the global persecution of Christians and then suggests three practical action items that we can take to come alongside our persecuted brothers and sisters.
The justice of god seth gatchell september 2 2018Pacific Church
Few things get the hackles up from an atheist than the belief that God is a judge. You frequently hear, "I don't believe in a God who judges. I believe in the loving Jesus." They would be surprised that in the New Testament, Jesus is the very one who warns us most about a coming judgment, before which everyone will stand!
Upside Down Living: They who hunger and thirst after righteousnessStephen Palm
This sermon explores Jesus' fourth beatitude in Matthew 5:6. We will consider the great paradox of spiritual hunger and thirst, that they increase when we take in spiritual nourishment and decrease when we don't. We will consider the difference between spiritual food and spiritual junk food and examine how what we desire becomes the passion of our life.
This document discusses how one's thoughts shape their life and character. It encourages focusing thoughts on things that are true, noble, just, pure, lovely, and praiseworthy. Running the race of life requires discipline and bringing thoughts into submission. True stability comes from being thankful for what God provides, patiently waiting on his direction, welcoming challenge, and hardship. Knowing Jesus Christ allows one to become their best self.
140629 eng got fruit series (part 6 - peace) by ps. timothy loheaglepointcf
The document discusses the concept of peace from a biblical perspective. It describes the three types of peace mentioned in the Bible: peace with God which is achieved through faith in Jesus Christ, peace from God which is the inner tranquility and lack of fear that comes from trusting in God, and peace of God which is the peace that surpasses understanding and guards one's heart and mind. The document provides several biblical references to support these three aspects of peace and gives examples of people who experienced peace from God even in difficult circumstances through their trust in Him.
The document discusses how coming together in community is God's answer to various problems and difficulties people face. It argues that gathering together provides safety, helps overcome anxiety and wrong perspectives, and allows people to triumph over challenges through supporting one another. Ultimately, the document claims that congregating helps create more "saints" or followers of God, as people can learn from one another and others can find faith by hearing testimonies.
This document discusses the local church as a "greenhouse" for spiritual growth. It provides several Bible passages about unity within the church and esteeming others, as well as working together for mutual edification. The local church should focus on nurturing, discipling and developing people. Building the kingdom is about building people through having them in one's heart. The church should celebrate others' spiritual progress and equip believers to minister supernaturally through healings, deliverances and miracles as the greatest form of evangelism.
This document contains a prayer, summaries of Jesus's baptism and the meaning of baptism by water, spirit, and fire, reasons for and against baptism, and information about an upcoming seminar. The prayer asks God to remove pride and the pursuit of power from people and open their hearts in generosity and justice towards the neglected. It then provides biblical summaries of Jesus's baptism by John the Baptist and being filled with the Holy Spirit, and explains baptism by water as acknowledging sin and choosing to follow Jesus, by spirit as receiving God's empowering grace, and by fire as being purified through testing. It lists pleasing others, getting God to like you more, and baptizing your current life as bad reasons for bapt
This document contains multiple Bible verses that discuss finding strength and comfort through God and faith. The verses discuss how God gives power to the weak, strengthens those who hope in Him, and is a refuge and strength in times of trouble. They also discuss taking pleasure in weaknesses because that allows God's power to be made perfect, and finding rest, peace, and overcoming fear and oppression through faith in God.
This document contains 12 passages on various topics such as:
1) Information about a local church in Rossville, GA.
2) Details about a upcoming voting precinct location.
3) Two Bible verses about having courage in times of trouble.
The document provides spiritual encouragement and advice for dealing with hardship or a wounded spirit.
The document discusses relying on God's Spirit rather than human might or power to accomplish works. It summarizes a Bible verse stating works are done by God's Spirit, not by human ability. It suggests praying to release control to the Holy Spirit over oneself, for others to reduce stress by letting the Spirit take over, and for global laborers to be sent by the Spirit rather than commissioned by people. It provides related scripture passages to declare for the week.
The document discusses how the early church was led by the Holy Spirit following Pentecost. It describes how the Spirit guided the church through persecution, in reaching Gentiles like Cornelius, and in establishing the church in Antioch. It emphasizes that the Spirit continues to lead both individuals and leaders today, and urges believers to offer their lives as living sacrifices in being transformed by the renewing of their minds to understand God's will. The early church leaders responded to the Spirit's leading by sending Barnabas to preach, and were empowered to spread the gospel message.
Roman Catholic doctrine, as with any other organization, political party or religion, are its beliefs, tenets, principles, or teachings. “Christian” means follower of Jesus Christ.
Austin Christian Executives: Hebrews 1-7 (March 28, 2014)austinexec
The document summarizes chapters 1-7 of the Epistle to Hebrews. It discusses how Christ is superior to angels and the prophets as God's son. It explains how Christ's humanity allowed him to taste death for mankind. It also describes how Christ offers a true rest and superior priesthood over the Levitical priests as a priest in the order of Melchizedek. The document provides context on the authorship and purpose of Hebrews in establishing Christ's supremacy for redemption.
The document discusses the theology of effectual calling according to the Westminster Confession. It explains that (1) God effectually calls only the elect to salvation, (2) this calling involves God regenerating the person and making them willing to respond to the gospel, and (3) God's election and calling applies even to those unable to respond externally, like infants. It also notes that (4) some who are outwardly called through the ministry of the Word will ultimately fall away and not be saved.
The document summarizes a sermon on Hebrews 6 that addresses believers who were being persecuted and tempted to renounce Christianity. It discusses key themes of Hebrews such as encouragement to remain strong in faith. It explains the pattern of salvation as justification, sanctification, and glorification. It asserts that while salvation cannot be lost, believers can lose heavenly rewards for lack of fruitfulness and endurance. The sermon warns believers to press on to maturity to inherit God's promises of rewards rather than face judgment for falling away.
After providing context about the church service and referencing scripture, the document summarizes Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 5:1-8 about what happens to believers after death. It states that:
A) After death, believers are immediately in the presence of the Lord in heaven.
B) Believers consciously enjoy the life of heaven after death until the Rapture.
C) Between death and the Rapture, believers anticipate being reunited with their resurrected bodies.
The document then offers ways for believers to face death with confidence, noting that God has prepared them and given promises of eternal life in Christ.
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "Restoring Your Passion For Life" sermon at New Life Christian Church on March 11, 2012. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
The document discusses different approaches to arguing for the existence of God, including ontological, cosmological, teleological, decisional, and moral arguments. It outlines the basic premises of each approach, such as the ontological argument that a being that is most perfect must necessarily exist. The document also addresses common questions and objections related to standards of evidence, cumulative vs individual arguments, and differences between scientific and personal explanations.
The document discusses key concepts from 1 Corinthians, including:
- Investors, detractors, and destroyers - with investors building "heaven's gold" by balancing God's sovereignty and man's responsibility through discipline and hard work.
- Man's responsibility includes building the foundation of faith and removing evil, while God's sovereignty provides gifts like revelation, inspiration, and sanctification.
- Understanding doctrines requires discerning long-term principles behind specific historical contexts.
- The document prompts reflection on how to discern right investments over diversions, handle detractors, and avoid taking God's grace for granted.
Good Thinking - How to Do Your Best with What You GotPeter Szabad
This document discusses how having God is essential to living a fulfilled life. It references several biblical passages about finding fulfillment and eternal life through God rather than temporary earthly possessions or pleasures. The document argues that without God, humans are cut off from their purpose and means. It encourages readers to seek God, forsake sin, and store up treasures in heaven through acts like prayer, giving, service, and sharing rather than amassing earthly wealth. The conclusion restates that only God can fulfill humans and that readers should come to Jesus and keep their eyes on eternity.
- The document is a summary of a sermon given on Hebrews 6 addressing whether believers will receive rewards, or stars, in their crown in heaven.
- It discusses justification, sanctification, and glorification as the pattern of salvation and argues that while salvation is secure, believers can lose potential heavenly rewards if they are not fruitful or endure faithfully.
- The Judgment Seat of Christ is mentioned as the time when believers' works will be tested and their rewards determined, not their salvation. Crowns and treasures are discussed as some of the potential rewards.
The document discusses several important life questions and emphasizes that the reader holds the answer to these questions through their choices and obedience to God. It addresses whether one's life will be happy, if they will have true friends, if they are saved, if the church will grow and remain faithful, and if they will go to heaven. For each question, the document provides biblical principles and passages explaining that happiness comes from contentment and obedience not possessions; true friendship requires being godly and serving others; salvation requires accepting God's gift; and eternal life depends on obedient works, but God desires all be saved and prepared a place for believers in heaven.
Prayer was the focus of Jesus' life and is central to many religions. The document discusses how prayer is the core of religious life and the direct line of communication to God and the spirit world. It provides quotes emphasizing the importance of prayer from various religious and historical figures. It suggests that if key biblical figures like Eve, Adam, the Pharisees, John, and Saul had prayed, tragic outcomes could have been prevented or altered. Prayer is presented as bringing truth and being the medium through which love is received and expressed through miracles.
This document provides a summary of a sermon on pursuing wisdom based on Proverbs 8:6-21. It discusses how wisdom was a communicable attribute of God given to humans at creation but lost through the Fall. God's plan is to restore wisdom and his image in believers through redemption in Christ. The sermon emphasizes that true wisdom comes from accepting Christ, fearing God, and learning from his word rather than trying to understand all of life's mysteries.
1) The document is a Sunday school lesson about pursuing wisdom based on a passage from Proverbs 8:6-21. It discusses how wisdom was a communicable attribute of God given to man at creation but lost at the Fall, and God's plan to restore it.
2) It provides context on wisdom literature and examines key aspects of the passage, emphasizing that true wisdom comes from reverencing God and accepting his word.
3) The lesson argues that wisdom is not about understanding all of life's mysteries but making good decisions through trusting in God despite uncertainties.
The document discusses the concept of salvation as presented in the Bible. It says believers should work out their salvation with fear and trembling, as God is working in them to will and act for his good purpose. It then references examples throughout history of people who worked out their salvation through faith and good works, expanding its scope to reconciliation with God and others rather than just an individual ticket to heaven. The character of salvation described is one of freedom from condemnation and the ability to live fully for God's kingdom purposes.
This document discusses having an optimistic view that "the best is yet to be." It argues that true happiness is found not in temporary worldly things but in serving God. Having faith that God will make all things work for good allows Christians to be content knowing their best life is still ahead after death, when they will receive an eternal heavenly reward. Maintaining this optimistic attitude provides direction and hope to face challenges with confidence in God's promises.
The document provides commentary on Ephesians 4:1-10. It summarizes Paul's message in these verses as encouraging Christians to walk together in unity through humility, gentleness, patience and love. It notes that spiritual gifts are given to believers by Christ to build up the church. The commentary explores concepts like humility, unity, and the ascension of Christ in light of this passage from Ephesians.
This book Conception of Self Control For Building Your Mind helps the reader to deal with life in a way that is successful and pleasant to mankind. Do not fizzle out. In order to build courage, a man must live by principles that are friendly to nature and have the ability of success and positive thinking.
Life is made up of moments; there are happy times and therefore sad times in all our lives. In a time of difficulty, we long to be comforted and only our thoughts can determine how easy it is going to be for us to pass through.
There is always a better and improved version of whatever had existed.
Meneko Tsefino Charles “Masterpiece” this book “conception” is a must read, it talks about the greatness of God, and how we can improve in our lives by being close to God by self control.................
Conception of self control for building your mind by Meneko Tsefino CharlesCharleston Tsefino Meneko
This Book "CONCEPTION OF SELF CONTROL FOR BUILDING YOUR MIND BY MENEKO TSEFINO CHARLES" is a most outstanding book, and it is a very good book that will envelope and build the mind of readers to achieve discipline and self control.
This book is a must read, because of its spiritual implication to set your life forward since most of its scripts are sensationalize from the Holy Bible!
"What Exercise Is To The Body Is What Reading Is To The Mind!" - READERS ARE LEADERS!!!!
So practice reading.....
Chris Price speaks on the prodigal sons from Luke 15:11ff. Chris picks up on a definition of prodigal which states "recklessly extravagent" and rightly concludes that the Father's forgiveness could be described just that way.
The pastor discusses several Bible passages about how Christians should treat each other. Christians are called to show compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. God chose believers before creation to be holy and blameless through Jesus. They should forgive each other as God forgave them, and above all put on love, which unites them.
The document discusses Jesus' Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20, where Jesus commands his followers to make disciples of all nations by baptizing them and teaching them to obey all of Jesus' commands. It provides several biblical examples of teaching children about God, including passages from Deuteronomy and Acts. The overall message is about the importance of teaching others about Jesus' teachings and commands out of love for God and others.
The document summarizes a letter from Jeremiah to exiles in Babylon. It encourages the exiles to settle down, have families, and seek the prosperity of Babylon, as their exile will last 70 years. However, it warns against listening to false prophets, and promises that God will fulfill his plan to bring the exiles back to their homeland and give them hope for the future when they wholeheartedly seek him.
The document discusses themes of work, wealth, and laziness according to passages from Ecclesiastes and other books of the Bible. It provides several quotes on the importance of working hard with diligence and skill. One quote advises that money is not the answer to everything and to put one's hope in God instead of wealth. The document also contains quotes stating that laziness leads to problems and hardship, while diligent work is valuable.
The document discusses Ecclesiastes 9:1-9 and both the positive and negative effects of alcohol consumption. It notes that while alcohol can cause violence, poverty, and other negative effects if misused, it is also used for celebration in the Bible and in moderation in the Lord's Supper. The passage encourages enjoying life, food, wine, and one's wife within the meaningless days given under the sun.
The document discusses good leadership and obedience to authority. It provides several biblical passages that emphasize submitting to governing leaders as established by God. The passages advise obeying commands of kings and leaders to avoid harm. While people cannot control death, the wise will know proper procedures. Overall, the document encourages obeying leadership as appointed by God.
The document discusses passages from Ecclesiastes that provide words of wisdom. It notes that outsiders and young Christians see present-day Christianity as judgmental and hypocritical. Ecclesiastes advises avoiding extremes of being overly righteous or wicked. A story is told of a Pharisee praying proudly about himself compared to a tax collector who humbly asks for God's mercy. The passage discusses pursuing wisdom but its elusiveness, and how God made humanity upright though people pursue many schemes. It ends discussing reconciliation through Christ.
A life of wisdom vs. folly.
The importance of character
Lessons learned in the house of mourning.
A wise person's response / rebuke.
A wise person's view of money.
Living with the end in mind.
The good old days?
The document discusses the biblical perspective on money and wealth. It notes that Jesus spoke more about money than any other subject, with many parables related to handling finances. While money can help alleviate some concerns, it also brings worries in obtaining, keeping, using, abusing, and losing it. The document encourages being content with food and clothing rather than pursuing wealth. It suggests storing up heavenly treasures instead of earthly possessions that can be destroyed.
The document discusses Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 and focuses on the theme of listening rather than speaking hastily. It provides several quotes from the passage about guarding one's words before God, fulfilling vows made to God, and standing in awe of God rather than engaging in meaningless dreams and words. The wise person listens more than speaks.
Jesus asks his disciples who they say he is. Peter identifies him as the Messiah. Jesus then predicts his death and resurrection, but Peter rejects this idea. Jesus rebukes Peter, saying his perspective is merely human. The passage then outlines how Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose on the third day according to scripture, appearing to his disciples including Peter and over 500 others.
The last in a 6 week series on Romans 1-8, Larry Perkins overviews and digs into Romans 8, what it means for the believer and how it applies in our lives.
The document discusses petitionary prayer through multiple quotes and passages from religious figures and texts. It provides perspectives on God answering prayers, the type of life one lives impacting answered prayers, and praying for strength, understanding of Christ's love, and for God to do more than can be asked or imagined according to his power at work within.
The document summarizes the biblical story of the Magi following a star to visit the infant Jesus and bring him gifts. It then provides statistics about holiday spending in Canada and the United States, noting that Canadians will spend an estimated $18 billion total at Christmas while Americans will spend billions on various gifts and consumables. It closes by reflecting on how that money could be used to help provide clean water, education, and end hunger globally if directed to the right causes that help people.
Dave Barker shares a message on the Sabbath and its true meaning. The Sabbath was always intended as a shadow, and now that the real has come in Jesus, the shadow is no longer required.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Enchantment and Shadows_ Unveiling the Mysteries of Magic and Black Magic...Phoenix O
This manual will guide you through basic skills and tasks to help you get started with various aspects of Magic. Each section is designed to be easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions.
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The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
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.
The forces involved in this witchcraft spell will re-establish the loving bond between you and help to build a strong, loving relationship from which to start anew. Despite any previous hardships or problems, the spell work will re-establish the strong bonds of friendship and love upon which the marriage and relationship originated. Have faith, these stop divorce and stop separation spells are extremely powerful and will reconnect you and your partner in a strong and harmonious relationship.
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A Free eBook ~ Valuable LIFE Lessons to Learn ( 5 Sets of Presentations)...OH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 sets of PowerPoint presentations of meaningful stories /Inspirational pieces that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
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
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.
3. Ecclesiastes The great equalizer “ Some day a company of men will process out to a church yard and lower a coffin and everyone will go home; but one will not come back, and that will be me”. – Karl Barth
4. Ecclesiastes The great equalizer 1st Timothy 4:1-5 1 The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons. 2 Such teachings come through hypocritical liars, whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron. 3 They forbid people to marry and order them to abstain from certain foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and who know the truth.
5. Ecclesiastes The great equalizer 4 For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, 5 because it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer. -
6. Ecclesiastes The great equalizer “ Define your life forward and live it backward” - Soren Kierkegaard
7. Ecclesiastes The great equalizer Resolutions # 5: “Resolved, never to lose one moment of time; but improve it the most profitable way I possible can”. Resolution # 6: “ Resolved, to live with all my might, while I do live”.
8. Ecclesiastes The great equalizer Resolution # 17: “ Resolved, that I will so live, as I shall wish I had done when I come to die”. (I.e live so that you have no regrets when you die). Resolution # 22: “Resolved to endeavor to obtain for myself as much happiness, in the other world, as I possible can”. - Jonathan Edwards