How does God's work impact our daily work? This 5-day reading plans covers the following topics:
DAY 1: Work Itself is a Gift from God
DAY 2: People at Work
DAY 3: Finding Joy at Work
Day 4: Connecting Our Work with God’s Work
DAY 5: Rest for a While
This is a 20-day series of devotions preparing you to go on a mission trip.
For many people, the unknowns of travel and the uncertainties of encountering other cultures may be frightening. This series aims to focus your thinking away from anxiety or uncertainty, and toward the confidence and assurance you can gain from God’s perspective.
This reading plan was written by Christianity Today, Editor at Large, Tim Stafford.
How does God's work impact our daily work? This 5-day reading plans covers the following topics:
DAY 1: Work Itself is a Gift from God
DAY 2: People at Work
DAY 3: Finding Joy at Work
Day 4: Connecting Our Work with God’s Work
DAY 5: Rest for a While
This is a 20-day series of devotions preparing you to go on a mission trip.
For many people, the unknowns of travel and the uncertainties of encountering other cultures may be frightening. This series aims to focus your thinking away from anxiety or uncertainty, and toward the confidence and assurance you can gain from God’s perspective.
This reading plan was written by Christianity Today, Editor at Large, Tim Stafford.
Eccl 12:7, “the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.”
John 5:28,29 “Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment.”
2Cor 5:10, “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.”
Mt 25:41, “Then he will say to those on his left, Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.”
Vs.46, “And these will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”
MISSIONS isn't just a church program and missionaries aren't spiritual elites. Missions is more than evangelism in other countries.
Presented by: Mark Tsujimoto at WCCCC 2017
There are many, many prayers written in the Bible.
We have the prayers that Moses prayed;
We have the prayers that the Judges prayed;
We have the beautiful prayers that King David prayed; and
We have the powerful prayers that the apostle Paul prayed for the church.
If you want to grow in your spiritual life you can follow the pattern of those prayers. They will help you to grow great in faith and powerful in your spiritual life.
What are you living for? Paul said for me to live is Christ. The aim of this lesson is to evaluate what we are living for and see is it in view of heaven.
In one day, Worship-Centered Youth Ministry offers a fresh approach to post-modern youth ministry. Youth workers professional and volunteer come away challenged and refreshed. See www.bigpicturetraining.org.
Adapted from a Robert Webb sermon https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/parable-of-the-yeast-robert-webb-sermon-on-parable-of-yeast-193538?ref=SermonSerps
Eccl 12:7, “the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.”
John 5:28,29 “Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment.”
2Cor 5:10, “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.”
Mt 25:41, “Then he will say to those on his left, Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.”
Vs.46, “And these will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”
MISSIONS isn't just a church program and missionaries aren't spiritual elites. Missions is more than evangelism in other countries.
Presented by: Mark Tsujimoto at WCCCC 2017
There are many, many prayers written in the Bible.
We have the prayers that Moses prayed;
We have the prayers that the Judges prayed;
We have the beautiful prayers that King David prayed; and
We have the powerful prayers that the apostle Paul prayed for the church.
If you want to grow in your spiritual life you can follow the pattern of those prayers. They will help you to grow great in faith and powerful in your spiritual life.
What are you living for? Paul said for me to live is Christ. The aim of this lesson is to evaluate what we are living for and see is it in view of heaven.
In one day, Worship-Centered Youth Ministry offers a fresh approach to post-modern youth ministry. Youth workers professional and volunteer come away challenged and refreshed. See www.bigpicturetraining.org.
Adapted from a Robert Webb sermon https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/parable-of-the-yeast-robert-webb-sermon-on-parable-of-yeast-193538?ref=SermonSerps
We were created to become children of God, joint-heirs of Jesus who will rule and reign with Him in heaven. Salvation through Jesus is all of that! Get to know Jesus! Glory God no with your lives and prepare yourselves to rule with Jesus forever in heaven!! Don't waste your life just living for earthly things. Prepare for eternity by loving, enjoying and obeying Jesus NOW!
Video of this message slides here: https://youtu.be/UBfoya4FR44
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The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
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The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
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The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
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Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
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Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
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A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
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Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
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Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
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Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
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What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
17. • Bethany was home to Mary, Martha,
Lazarus and Simon the leper.
• Of course, when Jesus comes, so does the
12 disciples.
• When Jesus comes, He is treated as if He
owned the house.
18. • Receiving Jesus means giving the place of
primacy.
• Jesus will not share space with anyone or
anything else in that place.
• Jesus wants to be more than a guest.
• He wants to be Master.
19. • Receiving Christ also means receiving His
entire ministry.
• We receive Him in His own terms, not our
terms.
20. • Receiving Jesus also means receiving all
who belong to Him.
• Those who reject His loved ones reject
Him.
21. • Jesus is looking for a place where He is
completely received and welcomed.
• Do you have a place for Him?
22. BETHANY IS A PLACE WHERE WOMEN AND
MEN ARE HIS DISCIPLES
23. • Martha had a sister called Mary who also
sat at Jesus feet and heard His word.
Luke 10:39
24. • Mary is sitting in the men’s place.
• Mary is sitting with the disciples.
25. • Bethany is a place where both men and
women sit equally at His feet.
• Jesus treats men and women as equals.
26. • But one thing is needful: and Mary hath
chosen that good part, which shall not be
taken away from her. Luke 10:42
27. • That good part is “to love Christ”.
• Many Christians are busy serving God in
many places. Yet many forget the good part
and that is to know and love the Lord.
28. • Are in ministry? Do not forget “the good
part?
• Are you so busy with working for the Lord
you have forgotten the Lord of the work?
30. • The sisters sent to Him, saying “ Lord,
behold, he whom you love is sick…(Jesus
said to His disciples) “Our friend Lazarus
sleeps, but I go that I may wake him up.
John 11:3, 11
31. • Bethany is the place where Jesus loves His
own.
• Jesus desires friends over servants. He
desires love over servitude.
32. • Henceforth I call you not servants; for the
servant knoweth not what his lord doeth:
but I have called you friends; for all
things that I have heard of my Father I
have made known unto you. John 15:15
33. • In the cold temple of Jerusalem God was
served. In the warmth of a Bethany home,
He was loved and befriended.
34. • In our church, is Jesus served and loved?
• Would Jesus feel at home in your house?
• How about your heart?
36. • And when he thus had spoken, he cried
with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.
John 11:43-44
37. • Jesus waited 4 days after Lazarus death
before He raised him up.
• Death is hopeless. But 4 days is beyond
hopeless.
38. • Every crisis is a God-given opportunity to
rediscover Christ in a bold new way.
• Every painful encounter bears the
fingerprint of God.
39. • God seems to have the disturbing habit of
leaving when you most need Him.
• If you endure, Christ will roll the stone
away and raise you from the dead.
41. • And he that was dead came forth, bound
hand and foot with graveclothes: and his
face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus
saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.
John 11:44
42. • Bethany is the place where God’s people
are free from all bondage- from sin,
legalism, serving God in the flesh etc.
43. • Take off the grave clothes and let him go- is
the command to the crowd.
• Jesus did not unbind Lazarus. He told the
crowd to do it.
44. • We are the Lord’s colleagues in setting
others free.
• God will not do for us what we can do for
ourselves.
45. • Are we in bondage?
• Is the Lord asking us to help set others
free?
47. • Then took Mary a pound of ointment of
spikenard, very costly and anointed the feet
of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair:
and the house was filled with the odour of
the ointment. John 12:3
48. • John 12, Matthew 26 and Mark 4
• It’s a feast for Jesus with cleansed leper
Simon and resurrected friend Lazarus.
There is eating, laughing, telling stories,
playing.
• This is a family feasting in the presence of
Jesus.
52. • What is the most extravagant & lavish gift
that you can give the Lord?
53. • When people allow Christ to break them,
the fragrance of His life can be sensed by
those around.
54. • It is impossible to give more than is
necessary to Jesus.
• There is nothing too costly to lay at His
feet.
• When we know Him, we will waste our lives
gladly and recklessly on Him.
55. • What about Judas’ and Jesus’ comments?
• Helping the poor is also close to God’s
heart.
56. • But Jesus is more important than any
ministry. (including medical missions)
• Jesus is more important than any doctrine
(including Ellen White, vegetarianism & the Sabbath)
• Jesus is more important than any person or
position.
• Christ is central. Everything else is for Him.
58. • Early in the morning, as he was on his way
back to the city, he was hungry. Seeing a
fig tree by the road, he went up to it but
found nothing on it except leaves. Then he
said to it, "May you never bear fruit again!"
Immediately the tree withered.
Matthew 21:18-22
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59. • Interestingly Bethany means “house of
figs”.
• When a fig tree has leaves it means it has
fruits.
60. • Who ministered to Jesus in His hunger?
• The home of Mary provided Jesus with
food and abode.
61. • Let this be a warning to us:
• Anyone who hoards the benefits he
receives from Christ will be cursed.
62. • The house in Bethany ministered to Jesus.
How do we minister to Him now?
• By ministering to others.
64. • And he led them out as far as to Bethany,
and he lifted up his hands, and blessed
them. And it came to pass, while he
blessed them, he was parted from them,
and carried up into heaven. Luke 24:50,51
65. • Interestingly, Jesus chose Bethany as the
place of His ascension.
• Why? It was home. It was close to His
heart.
66. • But God, who is rich in mercy, because of
His great love with which He loved us, even
when we were dead in trespasses, made
us alive together with Christ (by grace you
have been saved), and raised us up
together, and made us sit together in the
heavenly places in Christ Jesus. Ephesians 2: 4-6
67. • When Christ ascended, we too ascended
with Him and are now seated with Him in
heavenly places.
68. • If we ascended and sit with Jesus:
• We can walk with Jesus and the assurance
of salvation and supremacy.
• We can leave a footprint of our Lord
wherever we go.
70. • In Bethany Jesus is the absolute and
exclusive head.
• He is not just a guest.
• He is Master of the house.
• And that house is not just lodging for Him.
• It is His home.
71. • May our hearts, our homes and this church
be like Bethany to Jesus.
72. • In my home and in my heart, Jesus is not
just a guest. He is Master.
• In my home and in my heart, Jesus is not
just lodging. It is His home.
PRAYER