This document outlines the journey of communityship, which is building a real Christian community through wisdom, power, and glory of God. The goal is a group of saved people pursuing progress together until they become a shining proclamation of Christ. Reaching this goal involves preaching the gospel, nurturing believers, and training leaders. Individual growth involves spiritual habits and helping one's small group develop real relationships to then serve the Lord together by selecting a target group and crafting a purpose and strategy.
1) The document discusses Mark 10:35-45 and spiritual authority. It says true spiritual authority comes through submission to Christ and having godly character, which requires painful transformation.
2) It summarizes the key points in Mark 10:35-45, including that disciples were ambitious for power like the world, and that the primary calling is to be a servant like Christ.
3) The conclusion is that God is calling his people, including individuals, churches, and the Malaysian church, to fully obey and exercise their God-given authority as servants through sanctification and sacrificial living.
This document discusses what it means to be a member of the body of Christ, specifically the church. It explains that Christians are all part of one body with different gifts and roles. Members should find a ministry within the church's existing projects or a new project overseen by deacons, and use their gifts to serve other members and build up the body. The body grows as each member fulfills their role.
The document contains information about Christianity in several countries:
- In Singapore, Christians make up 18% of the population, with 38.5% identifying as Catholic and 61.5% as Protestant.
- In the UAE, Christians account for 13% of the population and are exclusively foreign workers, with no Christian Emirati citizens.
- The Australian Christian Churches is the largest Pentecostal denomination in Australia, with over 225,000 members across more than 1,100 churches.
- Around 1% of Japan's population identifies as Christian, with representations of Catholicism, Protestantism and Orthodox Christianity present in the country.
122114a how i want to be found by christ - 2Ray Pack
The document discusses how Christians should want to be found by Christ when he returns. It suggests they should be found walking in truth, not sleeping, watching for his return, prepared, having their name in the Book of Life as a faithful Christian, and right with God. The overall message is that believers should examine their lives and ensure they are living in a way that will allow Christ to find them ready for his coming.
The document discusses key concepts in mission theology, laying the groundwork by defining missions, mission, and missio Dei. It examines how mission theology fits into broader theology and identifies key guiding themes and motifs, including the kingdom of God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the church, shalom, and the return of Jesus. The overall purpose is to provide a theological framework and orientation for understanding mission.
The document discusses angels based on a Sunday morning bible class. It describes common conceptions of angels as having wings and halos. It examines classifications of angels like archangels, cherubim, and seraphim. It explores mentions of angels in the bible and their roles as messengers and assistants to humans. It discusses the possibility of fallen angels and guardian angels watching over individuals.
This document outlines the journey of communityship, which is building a real Christian community through wisdom, power, and glory of God. The goal is a group of saved people pursuing progress together until they become a shining proclamation of Christ. Reaching this goal involves preaching the gospel, nurturing believers, and training leaders. Individual growth involves spiritual habits and helping one's small group develop real relationships to then serve the Lord together by selecting a target group and crafting a purpose and strategy.
1) The document discusses Mark 10:35-45 and spiritual authority. It says true spiritual authority comes through submission to Christ and having godly character, which requires painful transformation.
2) It summarizes the key points in Mark 10:35-45, including that disciples were ambitious for power like the world, and that the primary calling is to be a servant like Christ.
3) The conclusion is that God is calling his people, including individuals, churches, and the Malaysian church, to fully obey and exercise their God-given authority as servants through sanctification and sacrificial living.
This document discusses what it means to be a member of the body of Christ, specifically the church. It explains that Christians are all part of one body with different gifts and roles. Members should find a ministry within the church's existing projects or a new project overseen by deacons, and use their gifts to serve other members and build up the body. The body grows as each member fulfills their role.
The document contains information about Christianity in several countries:
- In Singapore, Christians make up 18% of the population, with 38.5% identifying as Catholic and 61.5% as Protestant.
- In the UAE, Christians account for 13% of the population and are exclusively foreign workers, with no Christian Emirati citizens.
- The Australian Christian Churches is the largest Pentecostal denomination in Australia, with over 225,000 members across more than 1,100 churches.
- Around 1% of Japan's population identifies as Christian, with representations of Catholicism, Protestantism and Orthodox Christianity present in the country.
122114a how i want to be found by christ - 2Ray Pack
The document discusses how Christians should want to be found by Christ when he returns. It suggests they should be found walking in truth, not sleeping, watching for his return, prepared, having their name in the Book of Life as a faithful Christian, and right with God. The overall message is that believers should examine their lives and ensure they are living in a way that will allow Christ to find them ready for his coming.
The document discusses key concepts in mission theology, laying the groundwork by defining missions, mission, and missio Dei. It examines how mission theology fits into broader theology and identifies key guiding themes and motifs, including the kingdom of God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the church, shalom, and the return of Jesus. The overall purpose is to provide a theological framework and orientation for understanding mission.
The document discusses angels based on a Sunday morning bible class. It describes common conceptions of angels as having wings and halos. It examines classifications of angels like archangels, cherubim, and seraphim. It explores mentions of angels in the bible and their roles as messengers and assistants to humans. It discusses the possibility of fallen angels and guardian angels watching over individuals.
2009 Mission Forum Advocacy Workshop v1.5Greg Edwards
This document discusses advocacy and prophetic discipleship as a Christian mission. It provides biblical support for advocacy and outlines steps to take when visiting people in leadership, including making an appointment, preparing, taking the initiative during the visit, thanking the leader, presenting your case, asking for action, and following up after. The overall message is that advocacy and seeking justice are important parts of Christian mission and living out the gospel.
This chapter discusses how Jesus embodied God's missionary purpose and sent the Holy Spirit to empower the church for mission. It argues that Jesus was God's "sent one", who called his followers to go wherever he goes and do whatever he does. As the kingdom bearer and great commissioner, Jesus mandated the church to make disciples of all nations. The book of Acts then describes how the early church partnered with God through the Spirit to spread the gospel message to both Jews and Gentiles.
This document discusses the call of God and what it means to walk worthily of that call. It makes several key points:
1) A divine call is an invitation from God to complete a work, though it does not guarantee success and requires sacrifice.
2) Many are called but few are chosen, with the called being invited and the chosen being those who live according to God's instructions.
3) One's call is never rescinded but one can be replaced if not fulfilling their duties. God's plan is more important than any individual.
4) To walk worthily of the call, one must live humbly, make efforts to unite with others, prove themselves through their works, and
This sermon discusses why we worship God and what spiritual sacrifices we should offer Him. We worship God because He is omniscient, omnipresent, and omnipotent as demonstrated in various Bible passages. The spiritual sacrifices we should offer include presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice to God by living righteously according to His word, and offering continual sacrifices of praise, thanksgiving, prayer, and preaching about our hope in God.
This document outlines the key principles of God's Kingdom and how it differs from building cities. It discusses how Jesus preached about the Kingdom of God and showed it through his works. The Kingdom cares for the poor, oppressed, and needs of others. It creates communities of reconciliation rather than fame or security. Kingdom building emphasizes human dignity and sharing over accumulation. The Kingdom imparts life while cities end in death. The document challenges the church to allow itself to become God's Kingdom presence in the world through hearing and obeying God. It poses questions for discussion about resonating with and adjusting the program.
When we order our lives, it not only helps maintain peace (sanity), but we are also able to optimize performance, improve efficiency and make progress. In this simple motivational message from God's Word we talk about four important areas we need order in our world.
The Renew Discipleship Ministry exists to glorify God by renewing minds to hear and do His will. It introduces young adults to the gospel of God to become believers in Jesus. Through cultivating worship and devotion, Renew grooms believers into teachable disciples committed to spiritual development and transforming thinking to follow God's will.
The document discusses the purpose of missions from different perspectives and outlines a biblical view of missions as spreading the light of the gospel. It proposes that missions involves six arenas of spreading God's light: proclamation, ministry, joy and hope, spiritual warfare through prayer, illuminating and transforming culture, and building Christian community. God and Christ are described as the ultimate sources of light, and followers of Christ are called to live as lights to the world by pursuing their specific callings in missions without making any one expression the only legitimate form of missions.
God’s Kingdom is a people who are absolutely submitted to God’s will and agenda! Are there such people in the world today? The bible says in the last days, there must be!
4defining traits of the latter day saintsKayode Crown
The document outlines a vision for the church as a people who are strong and bold through their relationship with God, transformed by purity, love, and truth, zealous in prayer, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. It references several Bible passages to support this vision and calls believers to exemplify these qualities through faith, asking God for the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and allowing the Word of God to transform their lives. The overall message is a call for Christians to experience spiritual empowerment and transformation so they can boldly live out their faith.
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." ~ Romans 12:2 (NIV)
We need to recover an appreciation for our work lives. I argue that Christians should begin with grace, continue in grace, and end with grace, which God provides generously for all areas of our lives.
Indian ethos in management the holy bibleavinashmasih
The document discusses Indian ethos in management according to principles found in the Bible. It provides biblical definitions of management and leadership, citing verses that describe humans as managers of resources and Jesus as the ultimate servant leader. It outlines five special leadership positions in the church and how they work together to help the church grow in unity, knowledge, and maturity. The overall message is that biblical principles can provide guidance for effective management.
The document discusses how Indian ethos in management is based on teachings from Hindu scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita as well as other religious texts like the Bible, Quran. It provides examples of ethics and principles from the Bible that can be applied to management concepts like time management, stress management, honesty, and treating others with dignity. Key messages from the Bible discussed include balancing responsibilities, behaving ethically in business dealings, and valuing laborers.
The document discusses how Christians are all parts of the body of Christ. While parts have different functions, all are necessary for the healthy functioning of the whole body. No part should feel superior or inferior, as each has a valuable role to play and depends on the others. To be part of Christ is to serve his body, the church, using the gifts God has given each believer.
The document discusses the causes of divisions in the church according to 1 Corinthians 1-4. It outlines how pride can lead to divisions when people do not exalt God's wisdom. Specifically, it mentions how (1) the cross exalts God's wisdom in destroying sinners, religionists, and philosophers; (2) our call to salvation exalts God's wisdom; and (3) preaching God's word through glorifying Christ also exalts God's wisdom. It then discusses how the unsaved, spiritual, and carnal people respond to God's wisdom.
The document defines the church as a voluntary body of baptized believers who have joined together in the Holy Spirit to promote Christ's redemptive purposes. It discusses the church's purpose of evangelism, discipleship, worship, and ministry. The missionary nature of the church stems from God's missionary nature and includes cultural and evangelistic mandates. While both mandates are important, evangelism should be the priority. The church's missionary purpose expresses God's glory, human redemption, and making his wisdom known. As agents of God's kingdom, the church's missionary call is to proclaim the gospel.
The Ocean of Grace Mandate - Vision & MissionJoseph Asoh
To bring to reality the wish and desire of The Father and propagate the work that Jesus Christ came to commission on Earth through His life, death, resurrection and ascension, the vision of Ocean of Grace was given. This is the embodiment of what we now call OCEAN OF GRACE INTERNATIONAL KINDGOM CENTER. Since the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, fifty days after the Resurrection and ten days after the Ascension, the work of evangelism was handed down to all believers. The church as been a factory ever since. Many more Church Factories will be born in the years to come until we achieve the mandate of Isa.11:9; Hbk 2:14
The document outlines the values of Vineyard Church of North Naples. It values pursuing God, being Christlike, being led by the Spirit, prayer, discipleship, the kingdom of God, God's mercy, integrity, servant leadership, unity, collegiate relationships, reality, simplicity, and being culture current. The values are grounded in passages from the Bible and focus on knowing God, spiritual growth, ministry, relationships, and connecting with the surrounding culture.
The passage discusses the importance and power of truth in the spiritual life. It outlines four key consequences of embracing and living in truth:
1. Salvation - By believing the truth, we are saved.
2. Spiritual Growth - By speaking and hearing the truth, we will grow spiritually.
3. Sanctification - By living the truth, we will be able to live holy lives.
4. Shining Proclamation - By proclaiming the truth, we defeat the darkness.
The document discusses finding purpose and meaning in life through knowing God. It states that without purpose, life can be confusing and meaningless. It then provides several Bible passages about God creating humanity and wanting all people to be saved. The overall message is that the purpose of life is to know God, worship him, and serve him forever.
2009 Mission Forum Advocacy Workshop v1.5Greg Edwards
This document discusses advocacy and prophetic discipleship as a Christian mission. It provides biblical support for advocacy and outlines steps to take when visiting people in leadership, including making an appointment, preparing, taking the initiative during the visit, thanking the leader, presenting your case, asking for action, and following up after. The overall message is that advocacy and seeking justice are important parts of Christian mission and living out the gospel.
This chapter discusses how Jesus embodied God's missionary purpose and sent the Holy Spirit to empower the church for mission. It argues that Jesus was God's "sent one", who called his followers to go wherever he goes and do whatever he does. As the kingdom bearer and great commissioner, Jesus mandated the church to make disciples of all nations. The book of Acts then describes how the early church partnered with God through the Spirit to spread the gospel message to both Jews and Gentiles.
This document discusses the call of God and what it means to walk worthily of that call. It makes several key points:
1) A divine call is an invitation from God to complete a work, though it does not guarantee success and requires sacrifice.
2) Many are called but few are chosen, with the called being invited and the chosen being those who live according to God's instructions.
3) One's call is never rescinded but one can be replaced if not fulfilling their duties. God's plan is more important than any individual.
4) To walk worthily of the call, one must live humbly, make efforts to unite with others, prove themselves through their works, and
This sermon discusses why we worship God and what spiritual sacrifices we should offer Him. We worship God because He is omniscient, omnipresent, and omnipotent as demonstrated in various Bible passages. The spiritual sacrifices we should offer include presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice to God by living righteously according to His word, and offering continual sacrifices of praise, thanksgiving, prayer, and preaching about our hope in God.
This document outlines the key principles of God's Kingdom and how it differs from building cities. It discusses how Jesus preached about the Kingdom of God and showed it through his works. The Kingdom cares for the poor, oppressed, and needs of others. It creates communities of reconciliation rather than fame or security. Kingdom building emphasizes human dignity and sharing over accumulation. The Kingdom imparts life while cities end in death. The document challenges the church to allow itself to become God's Kingdom presence in the world through hearing and obeying God. It poses questions for discussion about resonating with and adjusting the program.
When we order our lives, it not only helps maintain peace (sanity), but we are also able to optimize performance, improve efficiency and make progress. In this simple motivational message from God's Word we talk about four important areas we need order in our world.
The Renew Discipleship Ministry exists to glorify God by renewing minds to hear and do His will. It introduces young adults to the gospel of God to become believers in Jesus. Through cultivating worship and devotion, Renew grooms believers into teachable disciples committed to spiritual development and transforming thinking to follow God's will.
The document discusses the purpose of missions from different perspectives and outlines a biblical view of missions as spreading the light of the gospel. It proposes that missions involves six arenas of spreading God's light: proclamation, ministry, joy and hope, spiritual warfare through prayer, illuminating and transforming culture, and building Christian community. God and Christ are described as the ultimate sources of light, and followers of Christ are called to live as lights to the world by pursuing their specific callings in missions without making any one expression the only legitimate form of missions.
God’s Kingdom is a people who are absolutely submitted to God’s will and agenda! Are there such people in the world today? The bible says in the last days, there must be!
4defining traits of the latter day saintsKayode Crown
The document outlines a vision for the church as a people who are strong and bold through their relationship with God, transformed by purity, love, and truth, zealous in prayer, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. It references several Bible passages to support this vision and calls believers to exemplify these qualities through faith, asking God for the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and allowing the Word of God to transform their lives. The overall message is a call for Christians to experience spiritual empowerment and transformation so they can boldly live out their faith.
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." ~ Romans 12:2 (NIV)
We need to recover an appreciation for our work lives. I argue that Christians should begin with grace, continue in grace, and end with grace, which God provides generously for all areas of our lives.
Indian ethos in management the holy bibleavinashmasih
The document discusses Indian ethos in management according to principles found in the Bible. It provides biblical definitions of management and leadership, citing verses that describe humans as managers of resources and Jesus as the ultimate servant leader. It outlines five special leadership positions in the church and how they work together to help the church grow in unity, knowledge, and maturity. The overall message is that biblical principles can provide guidance for effective management.
The document discusses how Indian ethos in management is based on teachings from Hindu scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita as well as other religious texts like the Bible, Quran. It provides examples of ethics and principles from the Bible that can be applied to management concepts like time management, stress management, honesty, and treating others with dignity. Key messages from the Bible discussed include balancing responsibilities, behaving ethically in business dealings, and valuing laborers.
The document discusses how Christians are all parts of the body of Christ. While parts have different functions, all are necessary for the healthy functioning of the whole body. No part should feel superior or inferior, as each has a valuable role to play and depends on the others. To be part of Christ is to serve his body, the church, using the gifts God has given each believer.
The document discusses the causes of divisions in the church according to 1 Corinthians 1-4. It outlines how pride can lead to divisions when people do not exalt God's wisdom. Specifically, it mentions how (1) the cross exalts God's wisdom in destroying sinners, religionists, and philosophers; (2) our call to salvation exalts God's wisdom; and (3) preaching God's word through glorifying Christ also exalts God's wisdom. It then discusses how the unsaved, spiritual, and carnal people respond to God's wisdom.
The document defines the church as a voluntary body of baptized believers who have joined together in the Holy Spirit to promote Christ's redemptive purposes. It discusses the church's purpose of evangelism, discipleship, worship, and ministry. The missionary nature of the church stems from God's missionary nature and includes cultural and evangelistic mandates. While both mandates are important, evangelism should be the priority. The church's missionary purpose expresses God's glory, human redemption, and making his wisdom known. As agents of God's kingdom, the church's missionary call is to proclaim the gospel.
The Ocean of Grace Mandate - Vision & MissionJoseph Asoh
To bring to reality the wish and desire of The Father and propagate the work that Jesus Christ came to commission on Earth through His life, death, resurrection and ascension, the vision of Ocean of Grace was given. This is the embodiment of what we now call OCEAN OF GRACE INTERNATIONAL KINDGOM CENTER. Since the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, fifty days after the Resurrection and ten days after the Ascension, the work of evangelism was handed down to all believers. The church as been a factory ever since. Many more Church Factories will be born in the years to come until we achieve the mandate of Isa.11:9; Hbk 2:14
The document outlines the values of Vineyard Church of North Naples. It values pursuing God, being Christlike, being led by the Spirit, prayer, discipleship, the kingdom of God, God's mercy, integrity, servant leadership, unity, collegiate relationships, reality, simplicity, and being culture current. The values are grounded in passages from the Bible and focus on knowing God, spiritual growth, ministry, relationships, and connecting with the surrounding culture.
The passage discusses the importance and power of truth in the spiritual life. It outlines four key consequences of embracing and living in truth:
1. Salvation - By believing the truth, we are saved.
2. Spiritual Growth - By speaking and hearing the truth, we will grow spiritually.
3. Sanctification - By living the truth, we will be able to live holy lives.
4. Shining Proclamation - By proclaiming the truth, we defeat the darkness.
The document discusses finding purpose and meaning in life through knowing God. It states that without purpose, life can be confusing and meaningless. It then provides several Bible passages about God creating humanity and wanting all people to be saved. The overall message is that the purpose of life is to know God, worship him, and serve him forever.
This document provides an overview of a training on communicating God's word effectively. It discusses exegesis, exposition, and exhortation. It explains that the goal of exegesis is to understand the original author's theme, topic, and message to the original audience. Effective exegesis requires understanding biblical literature, history, theology, and languages. The document also provides steps for sharing life experiences by summarizing a journal entry into a "turning point", explaining why people need to know it, how to apply it, and envisioning the results of application.
This document contains "lifelines" or short phrases of wisdom about life, followed by Bible passages from Jesus, Paul, and others. It discusses the importance of relationships, with graphics showing proper relationships with God and others versus idolatry and conflict. Jesus says the two greatest commandments are to love God and neighbor. The document encourages examining one's lifestyle to prioritize relationships over other things and ensure love for people is less than love for God. It suggests loving neighbors unconditionally and that doing so will result in being Christ-like with strong relationships that attract others to the church.
This is the sermon PB preached last June 28, 2009. Here he talked about how to make the most of our small group experience. To hear the sermon go to the sermon page of our website. www.rlccphil.co.cc
M2014 s35 compassion for widow's loss sermonJames Bradshaw
1) Jesus and a large crowd arrive at the gate of the town of Nain where they encounter a funeral procession for a widow's son, who was her only child.
2) Jesus has compassion for the widow and tells her to stop weeping.
3) Jesus then touches the funeral bier and commands the young man to rise, and he sits up and begins speaking, demonstrating Jesus' power over life and death.
This document provides guidance on how to effectively preach and teach the truth in love. It discusses selecting the best approach based on the audience and objectives. It also covers employing illustrations, aiming for life change over just information, and knowing how to start and end a message properly. Specific tips include using a teaching frame and outline, preaching with passion and persuasion, and developing as a preacher through conversion, Bible training, and coaching experiences.
M2014 s79 serving our lord 10 12-14 sermonJames Bradshaw
This document is a sermon about the principles of lordship and servant-hood based on biblical scriptures. It discusses how to properly call Jesus "Lord" by hearing and obeying his words, and digging deep through obedience. It also covers how disciples must follow their teacher and servants their master, as well as being bought with a price to not become slaves of men. Finally, it emphasizes that Jesus has all authority and commands believers to go make disciples through baptism and teaching God's commandments.
The document discusses living by faith and above the line spiritual truths. It presents four spiritual truths: 1) Jesus died and rose again, 2) I died and rose again with Jesus, 3) I am now a new creation in Christ, and 4) Jesus is in me and I am in Him. It questions whether these truths are truly believed. It then discusses how believing that I died and rose with Jesus means I am freed from sin and should no longer be enslaved to it or let it reign, but instead offer myself to God and use my body for righteousness. It encourages talking about what it means to be dead to sin and why it's hard to believe being spiritually dead, and what happens if that truth
This document discusses God's goal in a believer's life and how God works through various means to transform believers and equip them for good works. It mentions that God uses his Spirit, Word, sovereignty over trials, and the body of Christ to change peoples' hearts, thoughts, attitudes, feelings, speech, behavior, relationships, ministry, family, work, school, health, and address other areas of concern. The overall goal is to make believers more like Christ in righteousness and holiness.
The document discusses the importance of guarding one's thoughts and renewing one's mind. It notes that what we think affects our feelings and actions. Several Bible passages are referenced that speak of taking the helmet of salvation to protect our thoughts from the world's influences. The document suggests that renewing our mind provides identity in Christ, encouragement from God, and protection against sinful desires. It encourages filling our mind with Scripture to replace negative thoughts and not making emotional decisions without examining our thoughts first.
The document discusses the process of Bible study. It involves taking certain steps in a certain order to guarantee certain results. The three-step approach includes observation, interpretation, and application. Observation involves carefully examining the text, interpretation determines the meaning, and application focuses on applying the lessons to one's own life. The goal is methodical, first-hand study of Scripture that leads to life change.
Faith is encouraging because it:
1. Gives strength in times of trouble.
2. Provides protection in temptation.
3. Brings mercy when one is discouraged.
4. Gives eternal perspective to life.
Living By The Spirit Sermon 3 ( English)Bong Baylon
The document outlines a 3 step process for living by the Spirit:
1. Be aware of your behavior and any sinful acts
2. Deal with the root causes of sinful behaviors, such as passions and desires
3. Follow the way of love by keeping in step with the Spirit and expressing faith through love
The document discusses the typology between the Jewish feasts and ceremonies held in the earthly sanctuary and their fulfillment in Christ and the heavenly sanctuary. It notes that the seven biblical feasts - Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Weeks, Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Tabernacles - were memorials that pointed forward to the ministry of Jesus Christ. Each feast is examined in terms of its symbolic significance and correspondence to Christ's life and ministry, such as Passover symbolizing His death and the wave sheaf offering representing His resurrection. The document emphasizes that the earthly services and feasts were shadows pointing to greater spiritual realities fulfilled in Christ and His heavenly sanctuary ministry
The document describes the composition, philosophy, activities, and character of the church. It states that the church consists of born again believers from all backgrounds who love God. The philosophy is based on living according to God's principles and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide. Activities focus on discipleship, outreach, and establishing people in Christ. Members are characterized by growing in Christlikeness and the fruit of the Spirit in their relationships.
One must prepare their lives for spiritual growth through developing spiritual disciplines like prayer, meditation on scripture, fasting, singing, giving, assembling with other believers, hospitality, and teaching. Spiritual disciplines are exercises that bring one closer to God and help one become more godly. The document invites the reader to learn more about spiritual disciplines over the next few weeks with the goal of serving God faithfully and growing closer to Him.
The document discusses what truly measures the strength of a church. It argues that outward factors like buildings, programs, and committees are not accurate measures. Instead, it proposes five metaphors for measuring a church's strength: 1) How well its members function together like a body, 2) The level of love among members like a family, 3) How fervently the church praises God like a temple, 4) The degree to which the church submits to Christ's lordship like a kingdom, and 5) How purely the church maintains itself as the bride of Christ. A church that exemplifies these five qualities internally will be a strong church regardless of outward appearance.
This document outlines a 3-year spiritual leadership program run by a Diocesan Center. The program consists of 12 sessions over 3 years focusing on topics like faith, gifts, talents and implementing lessons in church. The first session focuses on accepting one's calling and the unity of the church body. It discusses the meaning of "soma" or body in reference to the church. The session aims to nurture intimacy with Christ and serve using spiritual gifts while submitting to the Holy Spirit. Key bible passages are discussed around topics like virtues, spiritual gifts and the roles of church leaders according to Ephesians. Participants are encouraged to stay engaged between sessions.
The document discusses the study of ecclesiology, or the church. It defines the church as believers called out by God to live under Christ's authority. The church has both local and universal aspects. The local church began at Pentecost and is governed by God through spiritual leadership. The church's purposes include evangelism, fellowship, teaching, worship, and serving others through spiritual gifts.
Principles of Christian ministry and social action (mangneo)Oasis India
This document outlines principles for Christian ministry and social action based on Scripture. It discusses three main principles: 1) Christians are called to sacrificial service as Christ served us, 2) loving neighbors includes meeting physical and spiritual needs, and 3) God's plan involves restoring all of creation and bringing wholeness in every dimension of life. The church is called to embody God's love and power by sharing who we are in Christ and relying on God for wisdom, power, and love to do fruitful work.
Principles of Christian ministry and social action (mangneo)Oasis India
This PPT was specially designed for use in the "Christian ministry and social action" session of a training for the pastors and mission workers at Guwahati.
Spiritual formation for leaders in the church rev musyimiMutinda Jm
This document discusses the importance of spiritual formation for Christian leaders. It defines spiritual formation as the growth and development of the whole person through focusing on one's spiritual life, interactions with others, and spiritual practices. The document outlines several strategies for developing spiritual formation, including regular devotional sessions, accountability groups, and mentoring. It also discusses implications such as becoming more Christ-like and having a more powerful ministry. Specific spiritual disciplines like Bible study, prayer, worship, and service are presented as key methods for enhancing spiritual formation.
Spiritual gifts are God-given abilities that believers use to serve as members of the body of Christ. The main sections of the Bible that discuss spiritual gifts are Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, 27-31, Ephesians 4:11-12, and 1 Peter 4:10-11. The purpose of spiritual gifts is to equip saints for ministry, build up the church, and glorify God through serving one another. Some examples of spiritual gifts mentioned are evangelism, prophecy, teaching, exhortation, pastor/shepherd, administration, serving, giving, and showing mercy.
Inner strength and character are most important to God. Our thoughts, values, and actions form our character, which reveals who we truly are inside. To develop strong Christian character, we must exercise discipline, develop Christ-like virtues through the fruit of the Spirit, and guard our thoughts and actions. Staying connected to Christ through abiding in Him allows Him to prune and correct us, which helps us gain inner strength and remain fruitful even during difficulties.
This document discusses the importance of filling our lives with spiritual "fuel" through fellowship, prayer, Bible study, and waiting on the Lord. It explains that these fuels ensure we are rooted in Christ and help unleash our faith in everyday life. The goal is to be filled with God's ways instead of evil things and empowered to have good spiritual, mental and physical health. It encourages readers to come to Jesus by hearing, believing, repenting, confessing, and being baptized to be faithful.
http://www.hccc.org.ng/
Man Sinned – The severity of Sin and the consequence of sin. 3 Chapters into the Bible, and man sinned. Gen 3. 6 Chapters in man is inclined to evil. Gen 6:5-7.
Samples of God’s response to Sin. Gen 19, Numb 15, Jos 7, Lev 10, 2 Sam 6. Annihilated for looking back, stoned for picking sticks, consumed for one wrong offering, killed for one wrong touch e.t.c. God takes sin seriously.
The scales for sin – what and against whom? (analogy of a slap)
Consequences of sin – Col 1:21, John 8:34; Tim 2:26, John 3:20; Eph 4:18, Rom 6:19, Rom 1:28; 2 Cor 4:4, Rom 1:26; 1 Pet 2:11, Rom 1:24; Gen 8:21; Matt 9:12, Rom 3:10-18, Eph2:1-2 – We were dead in Sin!
God’s wrath against sin – Ps 5:5-6, John 3:36, Ps 1-50 (14 times)
God’s Gracious Initiative – Dead men don’t invite, God invites men. Deut 7:7-8, Jer 1:5, John 15:16
The Divinity of Jesus, His Invitation and sacrifice – Matt 1-4, Matt 4:19. (analogy, in matters of love), Jesus – lamp, high priest, sinlessness, Is 53:5-6. The Cross as an expression of God’s mercy and wrath in their fullest. Research the accuracy of Prophecy about Jesus.
Our Salvation - I am not saved primarily because I decided, but because God in Jesus decided. The Concept of Adoption. God Seeks. Eph 1:3-6, Luke 15, 1-7. God initiates, we accept responsibility.
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Jesus fulfills the roles of prophet, priest and king. As our high priest, he intercedes for us from heaven. He was enthroned after his resurrection and poured out the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit baptizes believers, empowering them for witness and giving spiritual gifts. He works in believers to bring life, wisdom, holiness and empowerment for ministry.
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The document provides guidance on choosing a romantic partner. It advises that one's relationship with God should be the most important. Additionally, it suggests choosing a partner who reveres God, has a secure identity, is a good match, has clear goals, and is trustworthy. The document encourages choosing with the end in mind and knowing what "right" looks like.
This document contains several Bible verses from Acts, 1 Corinthians, Romans, Ephesians, and John about the Holy Spirit. The verses discuss Philip obeying the Spirit's command to approach a chariot, not relying on human wisdom but on God's power, being strengthened through the Spirit, and obeying God's commands so that one's joy may be complete.
This document outlines session three of a Bible study course. It discusses the importance of exposition, which involves theological thinking to understand scripture in context. Exposition is important but often skipped over in favor of just exegesis. The document provides guidelines for how to conduct exposition by holding a principalizing filter, examining cross references, and analyzing the passage in light of progressive revelation. It includes examples of exegesis and exposition of 1 Timothy 6:3-10. Participants are instructed to practice exposition on their own passages.
This document provides instruction on how to perform exegesis of biblical texts. It outlines four main steps: 1) discover the details of the text such as structure, atmosphere and terms; 2) interpret the details by asking and answering questions and validating interpretations; 3) generate exegetical statements on the theme, topic, truth and thrust; and 4) provides an example exegesis. The document concludes with practicing these steps on a passage and discussing as a group the exegesis process.
This document contains passages from Matthew chapter 6 that discuss how to pray privately rather than publicly to be seen by others. It also contains "The Lord's Prayer" from Matthew 6:9-13. The passages instruct believers to pray privately in their rooms rather than making public displays of prayer. They warn against empty, repetitive prayers and say God already knows our needs before we ask. The Lord's Prayer is given as an example prayer focusing on God, his kingdom, daily provision, forgiveness and deliverance from evil.
This document discusses how to preach effectively. It recommends selecting the best approach based on the "teaching frame", which includes factors like the occasion, objectives, situation, and audience. It also advises preaching with passion and using various illustrations. The goal should be life change rather than just providing information. Speakers are told to start strongly by raising a felt need and true need, and end by emphasizing the take-home message and nudging the audience toward application. Sharing what you've learned with others is also encouraged.
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2. Welcome
There are many churches out there but
RLCC is unique.
Our church is unique in that we have a
unique identity and unique way of doing
things. This presentation was created to
help people understand who we are and
how and why we do what we do. We hope
that as you read, you will be able to capture
what RLCC is all about.
3. OUR MISSION
RLCC exists to reconcile the world
with God and with each other by
building communities of faith for
every people group in every
strategic area by the power of the
Holy Spirit for the glory of God (2
Cor 5:16-21; Rom 1:1-7).
4. OUR VISION
The vision of RLCC is to become a
community of communities where
the presence, power and purpose
of Christ are fulfilled in and through
each one (Eph 2:14-21; Rev
7:9-10).
5. OUR VALUES
Relationships (Rev 2:1-7)
Endurance (Rev 2:8-11)
Accuracy in the word (Rev 2:12-17
Lifestyle integrity (Rev 2:18-29)
Indwelling Holy Spirit (Rev 3:1-6)
Faithfulness in ministry (Rev 3:7-13)
Enthusiasm (Rev 3:14-22)
6. OUR BELIEFS
Bible - It's the only word of God, holy, inspired
and without errors in the original manuscripts (2
Tim 3:16-17).
Eternal Life - It's only by grace through faith in
Jesus Christ, but faith in Him without works is
dead (Eph 2:1-10).
Lordship of Christ - Jesus is the only way, the
truth and the life, and He is truly man and truly
God in one Person. Therefore, there is one God
in three Persons – the Father, the Son and the
Holy Spirit (1 Tim 2:1-7).
7. OUR BELIEFS
Image of God in man - Distorted now by sin, but
it remains, and is the reason why sinful man
may seek or long for eternity (Rom 7:14-25).
End times – Jesus will come again to earth from
heaven, but we don't know when (1 Thess
4:13-5:3).
Filling of the Holy Spirit – It’s the need of every
genuine believer, and is always experiential in
nature (Acts 10:44-46).
8. OUR BELIEFS
• Sanctification – God’s calling for each one
is not just for salvation, but also for
sanctification, for their situation in life, and
for service in the kingdom of God (Eph
4:17-6:20).
9. OUR BASIC STRATEGY
Preach the Gospel (Rom 1:14-17).
Lead seekers to genuine conversion (Rom
17:17-19).
Assimilate believers into the body of Christ
(Acts 2:40-47).
Nurture believers into faithful disciples
(Col 1:28-29).
Train servant leaders and deploy them
(Acts 14:21-28).
10. OUR PHILOSOPHY OF MINISTRY
Change is good (Matt 9:16-17).
Order is important (1 Cor 14:33a).
Ministry is for everyone (1 Pet 4:10).
Maturity is an attitude (Phil 3:15-16).
Unity is essential (Eph 4:1-6).
Nurture is relational (2 Tim 3:10-15).
Improvement is a must (1 Tim 4:15-16).
Teaching is for life change (1 Tim 4:11-14).
Yes is better than no (2 Cor 1:18-22).
11. CHARACTERISTICS OF A REAL
LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
Saved people (Phil 2:1)
Single purpose (Phil 2:2)
Selfless pursuit (Phil 2:3)
Small group perspective (Phil 2:4)
Servant posture (Phil 2:5-11)
Steady progress (Phil 2:12-13)
Shining proclamation (Phil 2:14-16)
12. WHY PEOPLE NEED TO BE IN
COMMUNITY
We are created for it (Gen 1:27-28; 2:18)
We are attracted to it (Acts 2:42-47).
We are affected by it (1 Cor 15:33).
We are commanded to pursue and
maintain it (Eph 4:1-6).
We are perfected (i.e. we grow toward
maturity) through it (Eph 3:14-21).
13. HOW A PERSON BECOMES PART
OF A COMMUNITY
Must be a saved person (Acts 2:36-41).
Must apply for PDA (Matt 28:16-20).
Must be willing to fulfill chosen
commitment for at least five and a half
months or until the LIFE Group ends its
term. (Note: Your lifestyle during or in
between the LIFE Group terms are
evaluated before being accepted again in
the next term)
14. COMMITMENTS OF A
PARTICIPATING MEMBER
Accept without reservation the heart and soul of RLCC
(Rom 16:17-19).
Try your best to participate and help in the life and
ministry of RLCC according to your life situation (Acts
4:32-37).
Tell your friends and loved ones about RLCC (Col 4:5-6).
Encourage them to visit RLCC especially
during Celebration Events (Heb 10:19-23).
Notify the leaders of RLCC if you need any kind of help
(James 5:13-16).
Discipline yourself toward living a life of godliness and
holiness so as not to dishonor the Lord and the
reputation of RLCC (1 Thess 4:1-12).
15. COMMITMENTS OF A
COVENANT MEMBER
Prioritize and participate in the life and ministry of RLCC
(Acts 2:42-47).
Reach out and recruit new members (Acts 11:19-26).
Obtain sufficient training for works of ministry (1 Tim
4:6-8).
Maintain godliness and holiness at all times (2 Tim
2:14-26).
Invest in God's kingdom through RLCC by means of
tithing and other forms of faithful giving (Malachi
3:6-12).
Serve in the ministry together with others (1 Pet
4:7-11).
Encourage other members to fulfill their commitments
(Heb 10:24-25).
16. POSITIVE DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES FOR BOTH
PARTICIPATING AND COVENANT MEMBERS
Stage 1: Initial evaluation
Stage 2: Verbal warning
Stage 3: Written warning
Stage 4: Temporary leave
Stage 5: Removal from PDA
See Matthew 18:15-20 for the basis of these
procedures.