Though the first promise of God proclaimed that Messiah would be born of a woman; the prophets declared a "virgin shall conceive;" Mary, the mother, questioned "How can this be seeing I have not known a man?" and Dr. Luke examined in detail the virgin birth, there are many who challenge the belief in the uniqueness of Messiah's birth. This very brief study examines the reasons for believing in the virgin birth.
In this first message in this series we present insights on what a Biblical covenant is, and highlight the importance of the blood covenant.
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Some notes from recent teaching sessions - they are aimed at giving more of a background / preparatory idea about how a person might move into a position to be "anointed" by God.
Bible Alive Jesus Christ 012: "Jesus is LORD!"BibleAlive
See what Son of God (a Davidic title) meant for the earliest Christians illuminated by Easter. Discover the significance of the Pauline formula: “the Son of God according to the Spirit of Holiness.” Learn how the earliest believers, having experienced the Risen Christ, could dare to think Jesus is God. See that when Jesus’ divinity is expressed conceptually in the New Testament, the drama of our redemption appeared in a new light. Finally, in respect we look at the Old Testament’s relationship to the New.
In this first message in this series we present insights on what a Biblical covenant is, and highlight the importance of the blood covenant.
For audio, slides, series archives and other free resources like daily devotions, TV programs, books etc., please visit our website https://apcwo.org or install our mobile app "All Peoples Church Bangalore" from the app store.
Some notes from recent teaching sessions - they are aimed at giving more of a background / preparatory idea about how a person might move into a position to be "anointed" by God.
Bible Alive Jesus Christ 012: "Jesus is LORD!"BibleAlive
See what Son of God (a Davidic title) meant for the earliest Christians illuminated by Easter. Discover the significance of the Pauline formula: “the Son of God according to the Spirit of Holiness.” Learn how the earliest believers, having experienced the Risen Christ, could dare to think Jesus is God. See that when Jesus’ divinity is expressed conceptually in the New Testament, the drama of our redemption appeared in a new light. Finally, in respect we look at the Old Testament’s relationship to the New.
The Greater and Lesser light (The Holy Bible or The Spirit of Prophecy which ?)Antonio Bernard
What does the phrase Greater and Lesser light means ?
Is the Spirit prophecy the Lesser light that's points to the Greater light the Holy Bible ?
Did not the Bible call Christ the Greater light ?
What is the correction understanding of the terms greater and lesser light ?
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Muslims devoutly believe in Jesus, Moses and all other true prophets. Catholics, Protestants, and Muslims all claim to believe in Jesus. Why, then, are there such differences among his believers? The fact is that his teachings have been misinterpreted and misrepresented. Jesus himself did what a sincere Muslim would have done. He submitted to the will of God. He, further, prophesied the corning of Prophet Muhammad.
This short booklet offers Biblical teachings which disavow some beliefs which are wrongly attributed to Jesus Christ. It tells that there is no contradiction between Islam and true Christianity. True Christianity, in fact, leads to Islam.
The whole purpose of this booklet is to promote better understanding, closer relationship, peace, and harmony between Muslims and Christians.
Jesus said:
"Nevertheless I tell you the truth: it is expedient for you that I go away; for if I go not away, the comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment ... I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.
"Howbeit when he, the spirit of truth is come, he will guide you unto all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you things to come.
"He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto you". (John 16:7-15)
Was there an actual St. Nicholas? Was he a Christian? What did he do and believe? Is what he believed relevant to our today? How is the Church in the twenty-first century threatened by the same heresies as it was in the third and fourth centuries?
CHRISTIAN SUPERNATURAL TEACHINGS, BIBLE CLASS LESSONS, GOSPELS BY LEADER OLUMBA OLUMBA OBU, THE SUPERNATURAL TEACHER AND SOLE SPIRITUAL HEAD, BROTHERHOOD OF THE CROSS AND STAR
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "The Doctrine of Christ" sermon at New Life Christian Church on July 6, 2014. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
Pay attention throughout all the slides, and the hidden keys within.
Put all the jigsaw puzzle pieces of gold together. You might miss the hidden messages at first so keep going over the slides very carefully, you will be surprised by what may suddenly jump out at you. Be your eyes opened. From Kenneth Andre of Spirit. And remember this, everything I do is for a reason!
An academic comparasion between Islam and Christianty. Do Muslims believe in Jesus? What does the Bible say about Muhammad? How similar are the two faiths
These slides were part of a Webinar introducing an online course, offered by ITTI, certified by PESI for six CEUs, and taught by me entitled, "Civilian Clinicians Counseling Military Veterans." For more information or to enroll in this course go to: https://traumaonline.net/
What does it mean "taking the shield of faith"? Why does a Christian require a "shield"? What is faith? Is all faith the same? How does faith protect? Do you know how to use the "shield of faith"?
More is written about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ than of any other person in history. Why is that? What did He accomplish by dying on the cross? Why was His resurrection necessary? Is there strong attestation to Christ's resurrection? Must we believe He is alive today? How does the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth effect you?
All four Gospels -- Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John -- record the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into the city of Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, Nisan 10. This study is an exposition of John 12:12-19 and answers the question: "What's most important about Palm Sunday?"
What does "having your feet shod with the gospel of peace" mean? How does a Christian prepare their feet? Why is comparing the armor of God to the Roman soldier inappropriate? To what is this metaphor more likely referring?
What is the Christian's "Breastplate of Righteousness" described in Ephesians 6? We are often told the believer's armor is to be compared to that of a Roman soldier. Is this accurate? Study this lesson, and if possible, listen on FaceBook or YouTube by typing my name and the title or text of this study.
The first piece mentioned in the panoply of the "armor of God" for the Christian is "the belt of truth." But, what is truth? Why is it listed first? Why is it vital and what does it protect? Jesus said to Pilate, "To this end was I born, and for this cause I came into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth." (18:37)
The world, the flesh and the devil are hostile to true faith in God because all three are at enmity with God, hate Jesus (who is God come in flesh), and therefore hate those whom Christ has chosen out of this world. What hope is there for Christians facing such enemies? How can we "stand against the evil of the day"?
What is the Bible all about? What is its purpose? How can we get the most out of studying the Bible?
This lesson is part of a series of studies entitle, "Living the Word" taught at the Lighthouse Freedom Center. These slides will help you if you're following us online on Sunday at 8:45.
In many ways Jacob is a picture of every person. We were all by nature selfish, deceitful, "graspers". Jacob is a type of our human carnal nature. But, Jacob changed! One night he wrestled with the Lord and begged for a blessing. His blessing came in the form of a changed character, reflected in his new name: Israel. Israel is a picture of a person changed by God, someone with whom the Spirit of God dwells.
Who was Uzziah? Why did Isaiah “see the Lord when Uzziah died”? Who is your Uzziah? Who are the seraphim? What is their function? What did Isaiah see and hear them doing? What effect did their worship have on the Temple and on the Prophet Isaiah? How will you respond upon observing holy angels worshipping “the Lord high and lifted up”? Why does Isaiah confess, “I am a man of unclean lips and dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips”? Would you confess the same? Why? Did Isaiah actually see the Lord Jesus Christ, Yeshua Hamashiach? (Jn. 12:37-41) Have you actually seen Him? How? (Jn. 1:9,14) How has “beholding Him” changed you? (2 Cor. 3:18; 1 Jn. 3:2)
God's sovereignty is evident in every aspect of life. Redemption is the overarching purpose of divine sovereignty. Genesis 31 reveals God's hand and heart in Jacob's relationship with Laban, a wiley, manipulative uncle, father-in-law, employer. This chapter is filled with lots of practical, relevant lessons in God's redemption for all of us.
What prevents the non-believing world from truly knowing who Jesus is? (Jn. 1:10-12; 2 Cor. 2:14) Why didn’t Pilate know what Truth was when the One who is Truth was standing only a few feet from him? (John 18:33-38) Why didn’t the disciples understand who Christ was though they had spent three solid years with Him? Why didn’t the disciples on the Emmaus Road know who Jesus was though He had already risen from the dead and reports of His resurrection had been announced to His disciples? (Luke 24:13-35)
What prevents world unity? Why have the world’s best of intentions and brightest of minds failed, abysmally, and repeatedly to achieve world unity and peace? What are common causes for disunity and conflict among Christians? How can church conflict strengthen and improve a congregation? When is church conflict destructive? What does James say is a common cause for conflict among Christians? (Jas. 4:1) What four steps does James give believers for conflict resolution? (Jas. 4:1-3; 4-6; 7-10; 11-12)
Genesis 30 describes how God uses circumstances and people in our lives to mold us and mature us. Often, God uses conflict. Certainly, this was the case for Jacob and his family. Jacob was a deceiver, a liar and a manipulator. God used his uncle Laban, who was also a deceiver, liar and manipulator to provoke change in Jacob. Conflict between two sisters, Rachel and Leah, Jacob's wives, Leah and Rachel, mirrored his relationship with his brother, Esau. God wasn't just working in the heart of Jacob. He was using the family dynamics to mold and mature each member of this family. He does the same with us today.
How is COVID-19 different from previous pandemics in history? How does the Coronavirus compare to future pestilences prophesied in the Bible? Do you think God sent the Coronavirus as a harbinger of future pandemics? If so, what should be learn about God and ourselves during COVID-19? As Christians how should we respond to pandemics? Do you have peace and hope? Why? How is your life, currently, giving others, especially non-Christians, cause to ask you for “an answer (lit. the reason) for the hope that lies in you”? (1 Peter 3:15)
God teaches each of us using sometimes intensely painful circumstances to inculcate profound and powerful lessons. Such was the case with Jacob, the deceiver, who spent 20 years with his uncle Laban being on the receiving end of deceitfulness. Everyone, Jacob and Laban, Leah and Rachel, and Zilpah and Bilhah learn life's lessons in God's classroom, known as Genesis 29.
How has COVID-19 changed you? Has the Coronavirus in any way changed your view of yourself, of the world, and of God? If so, have these changes been positive? Explain. As much as we may value science and medicine, what inherent limitations prevent us from basing our lives on them? (2 Timothy 6:19-21) How did each of the plagues defeat a god in Egypt? (Exodus 7-12) How do you think God, the Almighty God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of Israel, the Lord Jesus Christ, is challenging the gods of our world today through COVID-19? (1 Samuel 17:47; 2 Chronicles 20:15-16; Zechariah 4:6)
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
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).
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HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
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.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
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2. “Most Christians in all the churches
in the world confess as they recite
the Apostles' Creed that Jesus was
born of the virgin Mary. Now...
modern Christians completely discount the
historicity of the virgin birth and understand
it in a figurative sense... The tomb was full
and the manger empty”
Gerd Lüdemann
Professor, University of Göttingen, Germany
3. “Those first disciples ... when
they thought about his coming
they were sure that he came
specially from God ... they associated with
God's special influence and intention in his
birth ... but they phrased it in terms of a
biological miracle that our modern minds
cannot use.“
Harry Fosdick
Professor at Union Theological Seminary
Pastor of Park Avenue Baptist Church
4. Nicholas D. Kristof,
columnist for
The New York Times
2006 wrote in the The New York Times
that belief in the Virgin Birth is evidence that
conservative Christians are “less intellectual.”
“The Virgin Mary is an interesting prism through
which to examine America’s emphasis on faith,
because most Biblical scholars regard the
evidence for the Virgin Birth … as so shaky that it
pretty much has to be a leap of faith.”
5. By Cathy Lynn Grossman
Religion News Service
First Published Dec. 20, 2013 07:04 pm
According to the Pew Research Center:
• 73% of adults believe Jesus was born of
a virgin
• 32% of those with "no formal religion”
affirm belief in the virgin birth of Jesus
6. Carl F. H. Henry
founding editor of Christianity Today
The Virgin Birth is the “essential, historical
indication of the Incarnation, bearing not
only an analogy to the divine and human
natures of the Incarnate, but also bringing
out the nature, purpose, and bearing of
this work of God to salvation.”
7. "The virgin birth is an underlying assumption
of everything the Bible says about Jesus. To
throw out the virgin birth is to reject Christ's
deity, the accuracy and authority of Scripture,
and a host of other related doctrines that are
the heart of the Christian faith. No issue is
more important than the virgin birth to our
understanding of who Jesus is. If we deny
Jesus is God, we have denied the very
essence of Christianity."
John F. MacArthur
Pastor-Teacher
8. 26 Now in the sixth month the angel
Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee
named Nazareth,27 to a virgin betrothed to
a man whose name was Joseph, of the
house of David. The virgin’s name was
Mary. 28 And having come in, the angel
said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one,
the Lord is with you; blessed are you
among women!”
9. 29 But when she saw him, she was troubled
at his saying, and considered what manner
of greeting this was. 30 Then the angel said
to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you
have found favor with God. 31 And behold,
you will conceive in your womb and bring
forth a Son, and shall call His name Jesus.
10. 32 He will be great, and will be called the
Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will
give Him the throne of His father David. 33
And He will reign over the house of Jacob
forever, and of His kingdom there will be
no end.” 34 Then Mary said to the angel,
“How can this be, since I do not know a
man?”
11. JESUS WAS BORN OF A VIRGIN
IN ORDER TO BE…
And I will put enmity between you and the
woman, and between your seed and her Seed;
He shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise
His heel.”
Genesis 3:15
13. JESUS WAS BORN OF A VIRGIN
IN ORDER TO BE…
Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is
given; and the government will be upon His
shoulder. And His name will be called
Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting
Father, Prince of Peace.
15. JESUS WAS BORN OF A VIRGIN
IN ORDER TO REVEAL…
Isaiah 7:14
Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign:
Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son,
and shall call His name Immanuel.
16. JESUS WAS BORN OF A VIRGIN
IN ORDER TO BE…
Matthew 1:23
“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear
a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,”
which is translated, “God with us.”
20. Paul, a bondservant of Jesus
Christ, called to be an
apostle, separated to the
gospel of God 2 which He
promised before through His
prophets in the Holy
Scriptures, concerning His
Son Jesus Christ our Lord,
who was born of the seed of
David according to the flesh,
21. Then the angel said to
them, “Do not be afraid,
for behold, I bring you
good tidings of great joy
which will be to all
people. 11 For there is
born to you this day in
the city of David a Savior,
who is Christ the Lord.
22. 25 And behold, there was a
man in Jerusalem whose
name was Simeon, and this
man was just and devout,
waiting for the Consolation of Israel, and the Holy
Spirit was upon him. 29 “Lord, now You are letting
Your servant depart in peace, according to Your
word; 30 For my eyes have seen Your salvation 31
which You have prepared before the face of all
peoples, 32 a light to bring revelation to the
Gentiles, and the glory of Your people Israel.”
23. 36 Now there was one,
Anna, a prophetess, 38 And
coming in that instant she
gave thanks to the Lord,
and spoke of Him to all
those who looked for
redemption in Jerusalem.
24. Inasmuch then as the children have partaken of
flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared in the
same, that through death He might destroy him
who had the power of death, that is, the devil, 15
and release those who through fear of death were
all their lifetime subject to bondage. 16 For indeed
He does not give aid to angels, but He does give aid
to the seed of Abraham. 17 Therefore, in all things
He had to be made like His brethren, that He might
be a merciful and faithful High Priest in things
pertaining to God, to make propitiation for the sins
of the people.
25. 4 But when the fullness of the time had
come, God sent forth His Son, born of a
woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem
those who were under the law, that we
might receive the adoption as sons. 6 And
because you are sons, God has sent forth
the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying
out, “Abba, Father!”
26. Who, being in the form of God, did not consider it
robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of
no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and
coming in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in
appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and
became obedient to the point of death, even the death
of the cross. 9 Therefore God also has highly exalted
Him and given Him the name which is above every
name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should
bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of
those under the earth, 11 and that every tongue should
confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God
the Father.
27. Jesus is Unique
Revealer
of God the
Father
John 1:18 No one has seen God
at any time. The only begotten
Son, who is in the bosom of the
Father, He has declared Him.
28. Revealer
of God the
Father
John 1:18 No one has seen God
at any time. The only begotten
Son, who is in the bosom of the
Father, He has declared Him.
Mediator
between
God & Man
I Timothy 2:5 For there is one
God and one Mediator
between God and men, the
Man Christ Jesus,
Jesus is Unique
29. Revealer
of God the
Father
John 1:18 No one has seen God at any
time. The only begotten Son, who is in the
bosom of the Father, He has declared Him.
Mediator
between
God & Man
I Timothy 2:5 For there is one God and one
Mediator between God and men, the Man
Christ Jesus
Savior
Hebrews 7:25 Therefore
He is also able to save to
the uttermost those who
come to God through
Him, since He always lives
to make intercession for
them.
Jesus is Unique
30. His
mercy
• Luke 1:50 And His mercy is on
those who fear Him From
generation to generation.
31. His
mercy
• Luke 1:50 And His mercy is on
those who fear Him From
generation to generation.
His
peace
• Luke 2:14 “Glory to God in the
highest, And on earth peace,
goodwill toward men!”