The World seeks wealth through possessions, power, and friendships. A Christian's wealth is in his/her relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Free PowerPoint Download at http://BibleGuy.org
1. Peter writes this letter to encourage Christians facing persecution who are scattered across various regions.
2. He reminds them that through faith in Jesus Christ, they have been born again and given a living hope - an eternal inheritance in heaven that is protected by God's power.
3. Christians can rejoice in their salvation despite trials, as enduring trials confirms the genuineness of their faith in God.
The document provides commentary and reflections on the readings for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time B. It summarizes the readings, which include Job lamenting the difficulties of life, Psalm 147 praising God for healing and sustaining the lowly, Paul discussing his obligation and approach to preaching the gospel freely, and Jesus preaching and healing in Capernaum and other villages. It reflects on preaching as advancing God's kingdom through restoration and community building, and how the readings portray preaching as both an obligation and opportunity to win people over by identifying with their struggles.
This document discusses what it means to walk in the light based on several Bible passages. It means to live as Christ lived by keeping God's commandments and following His example. Christ is the source of our light, and we are commanded to walk as children of light by finding what pleases God in His word. The document encourages walking with God by agreeing with Him, walking uprightly and worthily in humility and love. It concludes by urging the reader to follow Jesus as the light of the world, not let Satan hinder them, and to hear, believe, repent of sins, confess Jesus, and be baptized into Christ.
10 Attributes of God Lesson 5 ImmutabilityJerry Smith
This is a series of ten lessons on the attributes of God. These lessons are not meant for seminary study, but for the everyday believer who wants to gain a practical understanding of the subject for their own personal growth and reading; for small group bible studies, or for teaching and edification in church.
The document discusses different types of faith according to the book of James: 1) Genuine saving faith produces good works but works do not save, 2) Living faith bears fruitful works that advance God's kingdom, 3) Demonic faith is an intellectual belief like demons have, 4) Useless faith does not produce works, 5) True faith like Abraham's is justified by works, and 6) Dead faith is without works. The overall message is that genuine Christian faith is demonstrated through righteous actions, not just words.
Dokumen ini membahas tentang perumpamaan pohon ara yang tidak berbuah menurut Lukas 13:6-9. Pohon ara diharapkan berbuah oleh pemilik kebun, bukan hanya berdaun saja. Dokumen ini juga membahas tentang pemahaman yang salah terkait pertumbuhan rohani, yakni hanya karena mengetahui Alkitab, lama bergereja, atau melakukan pelayanan gereja. Untuk bertumbuh dan berbuah, perlu tinggal dalam Kristus
WHAT GOD WANTS YOU MUST HAVE DONE BEFORE RETURNING TO DUSTStanley Tan
God wants people to live their lives for Him and accomplish certain things before returning to dust in death. This includes believing in Jesus, being born again by the Spirit, living by faith in Christ, doing God's will, being useful in teaching His word, bearing fruit and making disciples, living in obedience and fear of God. If people fully obey God, He will bless them tremendously. God wants each person to reach their full potential and be excellent for His glory.
1. Peter writes this letter to encourage Christians facing persecution who are scattered across various regions.
2. He reminds them that through faith in Jesus Christ, they have been born again and given a living hope - an eternal inheritance in heaven that is protected by God's power.
3. Christians can rejoice in their salvation despite trials, as enduring trials confirms the genuineness of their faith in God.
The document provides commentary and reflections on the readings for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time B. It summarizes the readings, which include Job lamenting the difficulties of life, Psalm 147 praising God for healing and sustaining the lowly, Paul discussing his obligation and approach to preaching the gospel freely, and Jesus preaching and healing in Capernaum and other villages. It reflects on preaching as advancing God's kingdom through restoration and community building, and how the readings portray preaching as both an obligation and opportunity to win people over by identifying with their struggles.
This document discusses what it means to walk in the light based on several Bible passages. It means to live as Christ lived by keeping God's commandments and following His example. Christ is the source of our light, and we are commanded to walk as children of light by finding what pleases God in His word. The document encourages walking with God by agreeing with Him, walking uprightly and worthily in humility and love. It concludes by urging the reader to follow Jesus as the light of the world, not let Satan hinder them, and to hear, believe, repent of sins, confess Jesus, and be baptized into Christ.
10 Attributes of God Lesson 5 ImmutabilityJerry Smith
This is a series of ten lessons on the attributes of God. These lessons are not meant for seminary study, but for the everyday believer who wants to gain a practical understanding of the subject for their own personal growth and reading; for small group bible studies, or for teaching and edification in church.
The document discusses different types of faith according to the book of James: 1) Genuine saving faith produces good works but works do not save, 2) Living faith bears fruitful works that advance God's kingdom, 3) Demonic faith is an intellectual belief like demons have, 4) Useless faith does not produce works, 5) True faith like Abraham's is justified by works, and 6) Dead faith is without works. The overall message is that genuine Christian faith is demonstrated through righteous actions, not just words.
Dokumen ini membahas tentang perumpamaan pohon ara yang tidak berbuah menurut Lukas 13:6-9. Pohon ara diharapkan berbuah oleh pemilik kebun, bukan hanya berdaun saja. Dokumen ini juga membahas tentang pemahaman yang salah terkait pertumbuhan rohani, yakni hanya karena mengetahui Alkitab, lama bergereja, atau melakukan pelayanan gereja. Untuk bertumbuh dan berbuah, perlu tinggal dalam Kristus
WHAT GOD WANTS YOU MUST HAVE DONE BEFORE RETURNING TO DUSTStanley Tan
God wants people to live their lives for Him and accomplish certain things before returning to dust in death. This includes believing in Jesus, being born again by the Spirit, living by faith in Christ, doing God's will, being useful in teaching His word, bearing fruit and making disciples, living in obedience and fear of God. If people fully obey God, He will bless them tremendously. God wants each person to reach their full potential and be excellent for His glory.
The document outlines God's plan of salvation according to scripture as involving five steps: 1) Hearing the word of God, 2) Believing in Jesus, 3) Repenting of sins, 4) Confessing faith in Jesus, and 5) Being baptized for the remission of sins. It emphasizes that while people have come up with many plans of salvation, there is only one plan given by God in the Bible. It encourages examining whether one has truly obeyed God's biblical plan of salvation or been deceived by human-made plans.
Rooted and Grounded in Love - Ephesians 3:14-21David Turner
That God will empower us through his Spirit to comprehend His love so that we may be filled with His fullness.
Not that we love God more, but that we comprehend just how much God loves us.
Free Sermon Outline - Hebrews 11:1-6 - A Matter of FaithSermonOutlines
A free sermon outline taken from Hebrews 11:1-6, "A Matter of Faith." This sermon outline is taken from "Sermon Outlines for Busy Pastors: Volume 2." Find out more at http://busypastorsermons.com.
The document discusses the human nature of Christ and whether He took on our fallen nature or the unfallen nature of Adam. It presents evidence from Hebrews 2:14-17 and 4:14-16 that Christ took on our human nature fully, becoming like His brethren in all things and being tempted in all points as we are, yet without sin. It also cites passages from Desire of Ages pp. 49 and 117 that similarly indicate Christ took our fallen human nature upon Himself in order to understand our weaknesses and redeem humanity. The document analyzes alternative views that Christ did not take our fallen nature and examines their biblical basis.
The document discusses assurance of salvation and addresses common fears and misconceptions about it. It states that some have false assurance due to a false gospel, while others lack assurance due to not understanding grace or that Christ paid the full price for sins. True assurance comes from understanding we are saved by grace alone, Christ bore our sins, and God promises eternal life to those who believe in his Son. [/SUMMARY]
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang Gambaran Allah sebagai Bapa, Yesus, dan Roh Kudus. Anak bertanya kepada ayahnya tentang sifat Bapa Allah. Ayah menjelaskan bahwa siapa yang melihat Yesus berarti juga melihat Bapa. Yesus menunjukkan sifat-sifat Bapa yaitu penuh kasih dan ampun.
Gospel of John - #1 - Prologue - 1:1-18BibleTalk.tv
In the opening verses of chapter one John goes back before the begining of time to introduce Jesus and His relationship to God.
Watch: http://bibletalk.tv/gospel-of-john-lesson-1
In this lesson we examine the teaching of Jesus, commonly called the sermon on the mount. We examine the first blessed attitude and what it means to be poor in spirit. Both audio and slides can be enjoyed together at www.cmcoc.org
Sermon by: Brian Birdow
dos o tres congregados, Mas tú cuando ores entra en tu aposento y cerrada la puerta, tu Padre que ve en lo secreto te recompensará en público, congregarse, reunirse, ir a la iglesia
The document outlines that Christians are engaged in a spiritual battle and provides guidance on how to prepare. It notes that the battle belongs to the Lord and emphasizes the importance of getting prepared through regular Bible study, worship, prayer, and living a Christian life. Readers are encouraged to enlist in the Lord's army by obeying his plan of salvation through believing, repenting, confessing, and baptism.
The document provides commentary and reflections on the Sunday readings which include:
1) A passage from 2 Chronicles describing how the people of Judah sinned and were punished with exile, but were later forgiven and allowed to return. This shows the themes of sin, punishment, and forgiveness.
2) A psalm expressing the grief of exiled Jews in Babylon and their unwillingness to forget Jerusalem.
3) A passage from Ephesians focusing on God's rich mercy in saving believers through grace rather than works.
it is impossible for us , being a human to be satisfied while we are in our physical life! King Solomon the wisest and the richest king said "everything is vanity". this message tells us that we can experience satisfaction through the presence God. therefore let us aim and aspire His presence above all things. God bless!
Dear sisters and brothers,
It is very easy to fall into temptations if we are craving for many things and if we have problems with our identity.
Fr. Cielo
John 10;1-11, A Good Shepherd; “sheep/Shepherd”; no parables in John; I am th...Valley Bible Fellowship
John Chapter 10;1-11, Think “sheep/Shepherd”; A Good Shepherd; There are no parables in the Gospel of John; I am the door; Have Life Abundantly; Sheep Dogs
The document provides details of a Bible study for the third Sunday of Lent, including commentary on the readings. It summarizes:
1) The first reading from Exodus describes the Israelites complaining to Moses about lack of water, and God instructing Moses to strike a rock so water will flow.
2) The responsorial Psalm calls the people to worship God joyfully and not harden their hearts as their ancestors did in the desert.
3) The second reading from Romans discusses how Jesus' death brings justification, peace with God, and hope through faith, proving God's love for us while we were still sinners.
4) The Gospel reading recounts Jesus' conversation with a Samaritan
This document discusses the three angels' messages and the Godhead. It asserts that the Seventh-day Adventist church was raised up to preach the three angels' messages about worshipping the Creator, the fall of Babylon, and the mark of the beast. It contrasts the biblical teaching of three distinct persons in the Godhead with the erroneous Trinity doctrine. It encourages readers to choose whether they will follow the true God or false gods like the Trinity.
Encourage the Heart - Ephesians 6:21-24David Turner
As Paul Encouraged the Ephesians in their faith, so are we to encourage each other in our faith. Download this and other PowerPoint presentations from Ephesians at BibleGuy.org
The document outlines God's plan of salvation according to scripture as involving five steps: 1) Hearing the word of God, 2) Believing in Jesus, 3) Repenting of sins, 4) Confessing faith in Jesus, and 5) Being baptized for the remission of sins. It emphasizes that while people have come up with many plans of salvation, there is only one plan given by God in the Bible. It encourages examining whether one has truly obeyed God's biblical plan of salvation or been deceived by human-made plans.
Rooted and Grounded in Love - Ephesians 3:14-21David Turner
That God will empower us through his Spirit to comprehend His love so that we may be filled with His fullness.
Not that we love God more, but that we comprehend just how much God loves us.
Free Sermon Outline - Hebrews 11:1-6 - A Matter of FaithSermonOutlines
A free sermon outline taken from Hebrews 11:1-6, "A Matter of Faith." This sermon outline is taken from "Sermon Outlines for Busy Pastors: Volume 2." Find out more at http://busypastorsermons.com.
The document discusses the human nature of Christ and whether He took on our fallen nature or the unfallen nature of Adam. It presents evidence from Hebrews 2:14-17 and 4:14-16 that Christ took on our human nature fully, becoming like His brethren in all things and being tempted in all points as we are, yet without sin. It also cites passages from Desire of Ages pp. 49 and 117 that similarly indicate Christ took our fallen human nature upon Himself in order to understand our weaknesses and redeem humanity. The document analyzes alternative views that Christ did not take our fallen nature and examines their biblical basis.
The document discusses assurance of salvation and addresses common fears and misconceptions about it. It states that some have false assurance due to a false gospel, while others lack assurance due to not understanding grace or that Christ paid the full price for sins. True assurance comes from understanding we are saved by grace alone, Christ bore our sins, and God promises eternal life to those who believe in his Son. [/SUMMARY]
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang Gambaran Allah sebagai Bapa, Yesus, dan Roh Kudus. Anak bertanya kepada ayahnya tentang sifat Bapa Allah. Ayah menjelaskan bahwa siapa yang melihat Yesus berarti juga melihat Bapa. Yesus menunjukkan sifat-sifat Bapa yaitu penuh kasih dan ampun.
Gospel of John - #1 - Prologue - 1:1-18BibleTalk.tv
In the opening verses of chapter one John goes back before the begining of time to introduce Jesus and His relationship to God.
Watch: http://bibletalk.tv/gospel-of-john-lesson-1
In this lesson we examine the teaching of Jesus, commonly called the sermon on the mount. We examine the first blessed attitude and what it means to be poor in spirit. Both audio and slides can be enjoyed together at www.cmcoc.org
Sermon by: Brian Birdow
dos o tres congregados, Mas tú cuando ores entra en tu aposento y cerrada la puerta, tu Padre que ve en lo secreto te recompensará en público, congregarse, reunirse, ir a la iglesia
The document outlines that Christians are engaged in a spiritual battle and provides guidance on how to prepare. It notes that the battle belongs to the Lord and emphasizes the importance of getting prepared through regular Bible study, worship, prayer, and living a Christian life. Readers are encouraged to enlist in the Lord's army by obeying his plan of salvation through believing, repenting, confessing, and baptism.
The document provides commentary and reflections on the Sunday readings which include:
1) A passage from 2 Chronicles describing how the people of Judah sinned and were punished with exile, but were later forgiven and allowed to return. This shows the themes of sin, punishment, and forgiveness.
2) A psalm expressing the grief of exiled Jews in Babylon and their unwillingness to forget Jerusalem.
3) A passage from Ephesians focusing on God's rich mercy in saving believers through grace rather than works.
it is impossible for us , being a human to be satisfied while we are in our physical life! King Solomon the wisest and the richest king said "everything is vanity". this message tells us that we can experience satisfaction through the presence God. therefore let us aim and aspire His presence above all things. God bless!
Dear sisters and brothers,
It is very easy to fall into temptations if we are craving for many things and if we have problems with our identity.
Fr. Cielo
John 10;1-11, A Good Shepherd; “sheep/Shepherd”; no parables in John; I am th...Valley Bible Fellowship
John Chapter 10;1-11, Think “sheep/Shepherd”; A Good Shepherd; There are no parables in the Gospel of John; I am the door; Have Life Abundantly; Sheep Dogs
The document provides details of a Bible study for the third Sunday of Lent, including commentary on the readings. It summarizes:
1) The first reading from Exodus describes the Israelites complaining to Moses about lack of water, and God instructing Moses to strike a rock so water will flow.
2) The responsorial Psalm calls the people to worship God joyfully and not harden their hearts as their ancestors did in the desert.
3) The second reading from Romans discusses how Jesus' death brings justification, peace with God, and hope through faith, proving God's love for us while we were still sinners.
4) The Gospel reading recounts Jesus' conversation with a Samaritan
This document discusses the three angels' messages and the Godhead. It asserts that the Seventh-day Adventist church was raised up to preach the three angels' messages about worshipping the Creator, the fall of Babylon, and the mark of the beast. It contrasts the biblical teaching of three distinct persons in the Godhead with the erroneous Trinity doctrine. It encourages readers to choose whether they will follow the true God or false gods like the Trinity.
Encourage the Heart - Ephesians 6:21-24David Turner
As Paul Encouraged the Ephesians in their faith, so are we to encourage each other in our faith. Download this and other PowerPoint presentations from Ephesians at BibleGuy.org
One Building, One Body - Ephesians 2:19-3:6David Turner
The Church is the building and body of Christ. Each member has a functional role in the structure and purpose. Free PowerPoint Download at http://BibleGuy.org
The document discusses peace and where it can be found. It explores the different types of peace, such as peace with God, peace in communities, and peace within. While peace is desired, the document argues that true peace is only found through Christ. Christ came to preach peace to both Jews and Gentiles. Through his death on the cross, he destroyed the dividing wall of hostility and created one new man, reconciling all to God and allowing both Jews and Gentiles to have access to the Father as fellow citizens in God's household.
Take up the helmet of salvation eph 6 17aDavid Turner
The head is the location of our thoughts and memories. We must protect our minds by putting on the helmet of salvation. The mind cannot be transformed without Christ becoming the center of our thoughts. The transformation saves us from the vane belief systems and ethical impure thoughts of the world. Put on Christ and put on the helmet of salvation. Free PowerPoint Download at http://bibleguy.org/sermon-resources/powerpoints/886/06/17/
Wrestling In A Dark World John 15:18-16:4 and Ephesians 6:12-13David Turner
As believers in Jesus Christ we are fighting against the Principalities and Powers of this world. We cannot fight with the methods of the world. We must wrestle in the manner in which Christ wrestled, in the power of the Spirit.
Girt Your Loins In Truth - Ephesians 6:14aDavid Turner
Paul tells the Ephesian Christians to girt their loans in truth. One's loins is the center of one being. It is the place stability. In a world which runs on the current of popular opinion it's often difficult to discern truth. Is is found in science, or philosophy, or politicians or power. Real truth is found in Jesus Christ who proclaimed, "I am the way, the truth and the life, no man comes to the Father accept through me." This is the truth that Paul encourages the Ephesians gird their loins with. It's the same truth we ought to hold tight to our core. Visit www.Bibleguy.org for free PowerPoiint download of this presentation.
We’re Wrestling Who? - Ephesians 6:10-13David Turner
Our battles are not against flesh and blood. Our battles are against Principalities and Powers. These adversaries are much bigger than us and cannot be defeated by our own strength. In Ephesians 6:10-13 Paul identifies who we are really wrestling with and follows up with advice on how to compete to gain victory. For this and other PowerPoint Presentations go to www.Bibleguy.org.
Advancing the good news of peace - Ephesians 6:15David Turner
1) The document discusses how peace comes from God and how Jesus is referred to as the Prince of Peace.
2) It provides several Bible verses that reference peace, including how Jesus preached peace and promised his disciples peace.
3) The overarching message is that through faith in Jesus Christ, believers can have peace both presently and eternally.
A Spirit Sealed Inheritance - Ephesians 1:11-14David Turner
The Father chose us, the Son saved us and the Spirit has sealed us. We are guaranteed an inheritance that is greater than any that our natural parents could ever offer us. Free PowerPoint Download at http://BibleGuy.org
The Gift The Angels Awe - Ephesians 3:7-13David Turner
It's a gift to share the gift (good news of salvation) with others. It's a gift that changes lives. Even angels stand in awe. Free Powerpoint Download at http://BibleGuy.org
This document discusses the concept of slavery from a Christian perspective. It examines multiple passages from the Bible that describe believers as slaves or servants to various masters, including righteousness, sin, false gods, money, and the law. The document then focuses on Ephesians 6:5-9, which instructs Christian slaves to obey their earthly masters and Christian masters to stop threatening slaves. It emphasizes that both slaves and masters serve the same heavenly master and will be judged equally by God. Overall, the document explores what it means for Christians to be slaves or servants both spiritually and in earthly social relationships.
Walk Wisely, be Filled - Ephesians 5:15-21David Turner
Believers are called Children of Light! But Children of Light must walk in the light and have wisdom to know that they can be drawn in to darkness. The Spirit is the guide that keeps us from darkness. Ephesians 5:15-21 warns Children of Light to depend on the Spirit and not be drawn back into the darkness they once walked. Visit www.BibleGuy.org for free PowerPoint Downloads of Ephesians.
This document provides a summary of Ephesians 5:1-7 regarding imitating God and avoiding immoral behavior. It makes three key points:
1) Children of God should imitate their heavenly Father by focusing on God's love and following Christ's example of sacrifice.
2) Children of God should not behave like "children of disobedience" by engaging in immorality, impurity, greed or crude speech. Such behavior is inconsistent with God's kingdom.
3) Those who behave immorally, through sexual sin or idolatry, will not inherit God's kingdom and invite his wrath. Christians should therefore not partner or associate with those living immoral lifestyles.
Though one might be poor by the world's standards, no one is as wealthy as the person that has placed his trust in Jesus Christ. Free PowerPoint Download at http://BibleGuy.org
This document discusses why we praise God based on Ephesians 1:3-14. It summarizes that God chose us, predestined us for adoption as his children, redeemed us through Jesus' blood, forgave our sins, lavished his grace upon us, revealed his plan to us, provided an eternal inheritance, sealed us with the Holy Spirit, and guaranteed our inheritance. The overall message is that we should praise God for all the spiritual blessings and riches he has freely given us in Christ, according to his grace and for his glory.
This passage from Ephesians highlights God's blessings and plan for humanity. It states that God chose and blessed believers before creation to be holy and without fault through Jesus Christ. God adopted believers into his family through Christ to fulfill his good pleasure. Despite humanity's sinfulness, God purchased believers' freedom and forgave their sins through Christ's blood. He has empowered believers with wisdom, understanding, and his Holy Spirit as a guarantee of their inheritance as his people, so that they may praise and glorify him.
This talk explains the first two petals of TULIP and focuses on the question: do I choose God or does God choose me? These distinctions form the basis of Reformed Theology.
This document provides an overview and summary of the ACE Men's Bible Study on Ephesians for the spring semester of 2015. It includes:
1) An outline of the key themes that will be covered in Ephesians, focusing on how God the Father planned the church, God the Son paid the price for the church, and God the Holy Spirit protects the church.
2) Excerpts and summaries from the first few chapters of Ephesians, emphasizing themes of God's grace, election, redemption, and sealing by the Holy Spirit.
3) Guidance on walking in the Spirit through true confession, dependence on God, and patiently resting in the Holy Spirit as we live out our purpose and
A look at the first half of Ephesians 1, with a focus of God's calling in our lives. This calling should evoke a response of grateful appreciation and faithful action.
1. Believers are heirs of salvation, eternal life, and a heavenly inheritance according to scripture. They inherit these things through God's grace by faith in Jesus Christ.
2. Believers also inherit spiritual blessings as God's children, including an inheritance of riches in the saints mentioned in Ephesians.
3. As adopted sons and daughters of God, believers inherit the full rights of sonship, are no longer slaves but children, and joint heirs with Christ.
Simon Peter writes to encourage Christians to make every effort to grow in spiritual maturity by adding virtues to their faith. These virtues include courage, knowledge of God's word, self-control, patience, godliness, kindness toward fellow believers, and the highest virtue of love. As Christians exhibit these godly qualities, they are transformed by the divine nature and able to withstand worldly corruption.
Paul ministered in Ephesus for 3 years, teaching publicly and from house to house. The letter to the Ephesians discusses the blessings believers have from God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God the Father chose believers before creation, adopted them, and granted them grace. God the Son redeemed believers through His blood, forgiving their sins. God the Holy Spirit sealed believers and guaranteed their future inheritance until redemption.
The document discusses the many spiritual blessings that Christians receive through being "in Christ." It explores seven key blessings mentioned in Ephesians 1:3-14: 1) the blessing of holiness, 2) predestination, 3) adoption, 4) redemption, 5) forgiveness, 6) grace, and 7) being sealed by the Holy Spirit. For each blessing, the document examines what it means for Christians. It concludes that all these blessings are given by God the Father, through the Son, by the Spirit, so that in everything God may be praised.
The riches of God dwells in Christ Jesus. The Believers must be enriched in Christ Jesus to grow and bear fruits for His Kingdom. The Kingdom business comes prior to any other responsibility a believer possess. Be Blessed!
This document provides an overview and analysis of Ephesians 1:1-14. It discusses key theological concepts like election, predestination, redemption, adoption, and inheritance. It emphasizes that God chose believers before creation and predestined them to be holy and blameless. It explores how believers have redemption through Christ's blood, are sealed with the Holy Spirit, and will inherit eternal life with God. The overall message is that from eternity past, God sovereignly planned for salvation and for believers to praise His glory.
The document discusses the many blessings that Christians receive through being "in Christ" according to the book of Ephesians. It outlines seven specific blessings: (1) the blessing of holiness, (2) the blessing of predestination, (3) the blessing of adoption, (4) the blessing of redemption, (5) the blessing of forgiveness, (6) the blessing of grace, and (7) the blessing of being sealed by the Holy Spirit. It emphasizes that all these blessings are only possible because of God's great love and are for the ultimate purpose of praising His glory.
The document provides an outline and commentary on Ephesians 1:1-14 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses several key theological concepts addressed in the passage such as election, predestination, redemption, adoption, and inheritance. The summary focuses on God's master plan for salvation as emphasized in the passage, including how believers have been blessed with every spiritual blessing, chosen before the foundation of the world, and predestined for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ.
The document is a summary of a sermon discussing the difference between imputed and imparted righteousness. It explains that imputed righteousness refers to God crediting believers with Christ's righteousness based on faith alone at salvation. Imparted righteousness refers to the righteous nature implanted within believers by the Holy Spirit that transforms them from within through sanctification. Both are necessary - one is declared, the other is developed through cooperation with the Spirit.
The document announces a gospel concert featuring Blaine Bowman & His Goodtime Band to be held on February 19 at 7:00 PM at the Gospel Baptist Tabernacle located at 781 Salem Road in Rossville, GA. Driving directions are provided. The remainder of the document consists of a sermon emphasizing the importance of spiritual growth and increasing in virtues like knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness and love in order to bear fruit and not forget one's salvation. It encourages diligence in faith to ensure one's calling and avoid falling away, and to receive an abundant entrance into God's kingdom.
The document is a sermon about God's plan for our financial welfare and blessings according to His riches. It discusses that everything we possess ultimately belongs to God, including ourselves, and we are obligated to use what God provides wisely for His kingdom. It encourages developing the right attitude that recognizes God's ownership and trusting Him to supply our needs. It suggests our financial actions can indicate our love for God versus the world. The sermon presents God's principles for work, management, giving, and attitude toward wealth and promises blessings for obedience.
- The document is a sermon discussing the importance of unity, peace, and harmony within the church through being filled with the Holy Spirit and pleasing others rather than ourselves.
- It encourages readers to focus on God, submit to the Holy Spirit, and be constantly reminded of biblical truths in order to produce goodness, knowledge, and gentle admonishment of one another.
- Salvation comes only through faith in Jesus Christ and being sanctified by the Holy Spirit.
These slides are intended to explain Christmas to those who may be unfamiliar, such as international students. The perspective is from the Bible. Good for presentations.
The document outlines the schedule for an upcoming holiday market, including those responsible for baking, donations, volunteering, and prayer. It also includes several Bible passages from Ephesians and Romans discussing how belief in Christ leads to salvation and the Holy Spirit serving as a deposit or seal until redemption.
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Scriptural examples of adoption
Looking at the classic "proof" text for the "once in grace always in grace" crowd: Romans 9:4 Who are Israelites; to whom pertaineth the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service of God, and the promises;
The Scriptures clearly tell us that the time will come when some Christians in the body of Christ will not endure sound doctrine. All of us ought to separate the precious from the vile, the truth from the error and sound doctrine from fables. We cannot delegate this responsibility to anybody else. To this end we have been freely given the written word of God that by the grace of God through faith in his name we might be lead into all truth through the Holy Spirit.
I hope this series of meditations will help the word of God renew your mind and that you will be ready for the appearing of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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We are forgiven by God through Christ, therefore we ought to forgive others even as God has forgiven us. This is the heart of the Gospel. Growth in the spiritual life is often hindered because we often refuse to forgive others.
The Lord's Prayer was not taught to be repeated without thought as to what it means. It given by our Lord to teach us a model for prayer. In this presentation we will look at the components that make up a the way we ought to pray.
Are we trying to impress the world? Are we trying to impress others? Who are we trying to impress? Ultimately we can impress no one, not even God. But rewards are with God, not because we can impress him, but because he honors those that love him.
Jesus Christ is the source and giver of all life. He created all things and upholds all creation. In Him was life originally and He is the author and sustainer of both physical life and eternal life. The Bible testifies throughout that whoever believes in Jesus Christ has eternal life both now and forever. He alone can grant resurrection and eternal fellowship with God.
We call it the triumphal entry. Compared with the entry of other kings and generals it was modest. Compared to his future entry into Jerusalem all the kings entries of the past seem insignificant.
I Want To Be Like Sarah - 1 Peter 3:1-9David Turner
1) The document discusses how wives should emulate Sarah by submitting to their husbands. It provides examples of how Sarah submitted to Abraham and calls wives to have a gentle spirit rather than focusing on outward beauty.
2) It encourages wives to submit for the purpose of potentially winning over disobedient husbands through godly living. It also calls husbands to treat wives with consideration and honor.
3) The document concludes by saying Christians should emulate Christ's humility and that being like Sarah means being like Christ.
They Trusted In Something Greater Than ThemselvesDavid Turner
The founding fathers of our nation trusted in something greater than the Declaration of Independence. They trusted in the Bible and the God of the Bible. Our present leaders would do well to put their trust in the same God and the same Bible.
The greatest book of liberty is not a document or a declaration. The greatest book of liberty is the Bible. The bible presents the Gospel, the good news that sets me free.
Lucid Dreaming: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
Astronism, Cosmism and Cosmodeism: the space religions espousing the doctrine...Cometan
This lecture created by Brandon Taylorian (aka Cometan) specially for the CESNUR Conference held Bordeaux in June 2024 provides a brief introduction to the legacy of religious and philosophical thought that Astronism emerges from, namely the discourse on transcension started assuredly by the Cosmists in Russia in the mid-to-late nineteenth century and then carried on and developed by Mordecai Nessyahu in Cosmodeism in the twentieth century. Cometan also then provides some detail on his story in founding Astronism in the early twenty-first century from 2013 along with details on the central Astronist doctrine of transcension. Finally, the lecture concludes with some contributions made by space religions and space philosophy and their influences on various cultural facets in art, literature and film.
Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
The Vulnerabilities of Individuals Born Under Swati Nakshatra.pdfAstroAnuradha
Individuals born under Swati Nakshatra often exhibit a strong sense of independence and adaptability, yet they may also face vulnerabilities such as indecisiveness and a tendency to be easily swayed by external influences. Their quest for balance and harmony can sometimes lead to inner conflict and a lack of assertiveness. To know more visit: astroanuradha.com
Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian
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MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
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The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
Chandra Dev: Unveiling the Mystery of the Moon GodExotic India
Shining brightly in the sky, some days more than others, the Moon in popular culture is a symbol of love, romance, and beauty. The ancient Hindu texts, however, mention the Moon as an intriguing and powerful being, worshiped by sages as Chandra.
Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
11. World’s view of Wealth
• Wealth is money/possessions
• Wealth is friends and/or family
• Wealth is accomplishments
• Wealth is within
• Wealth is contentment
• Wealth is the human spirit
• Wealth is intellect/knowledge
• Wealth is health
12.
13. • It doesn’t tarnish.
• It cannot be stolen.
• It cannot be lost.
• It is eternal.
14. Ephesians 1:3–12 (ESV)
The Father Selected Us to be wealthy
3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus
Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every
spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, 4 even as
he chose us in him before the foundation of the
world, that we should be holy and blameless before
him. In love 5 he predestined us for adoption as
sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose
of his will, 6 to the praise of his glorious grace, with
which he has blessed us in the Beloved.
15. The Son Has Saved Us and made us wealthy
7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the
forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of
his grace, 8 which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and
insight 9 making known to us the mystery of his will,
according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ 10 as
a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in him,
things in heaven and things on earth. 11 In him we have
obtained an inheritance, having been predestined
according to the purpose of him who works all things
according to the counsel of his will, 12 so that we who
were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of
his glory.
16. We are Rich
• Because by grace the Father Selected us (1:4-
6)
• Because by grace the Son has Saved Us and
made us sons (1:7-12)
• Because by grace the Spirit has Secured us
(1:13-14)
17. Last Week we saw that:
• We are rich because the Father selected us:
– before the foundation of the world (v. 4)
– to be his children through adoption (v. 5)
– So that he would be praised because of the glory
of His grace (v. 6).
18. Today we will see that we are wealthy
• Because by the outpouring of the riches of his
grace through his son we are rich (1:7-12).
– Because we have been bought with the blood of
Christ (v. 7)
– Because we have been forgiven for our sins (v. 7)
– Because we have been given the wisdom to
understand the mystery of His will (8-10)
• That all things will be brought together in Christ.
• That we have an inheritance in all things through Christ.
19. We Were bought with a price
7 In him we have redemption through his blood,
the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to
the riches of his grace, 8 which he lavished upon
us,
20. Redemption – We have been bought
In
Adam
In
Christ
Blood
of
Christ
21. Redemption – We have been bought
•Dead in Trespasses
and sins
•In bondage to the
things of this world
•Under law, not grace
•Children of Satan
•In the flesh
•Alive in Christ
•Freed from the bondage
of this world
•No longer under law but
under grace
•Children of God
•In the Spirit
Blood
of
Christ
22. We Were bought with a price
7 In him we have redemption through his blood,
the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to
the riches of his grace, 8 which he lavished upon
us,
• Christ took our trespasses and nailed them to
the Cross. He took our judgment for us.
• We are forgiven for our part in the Sin of
Adam.
• We are forgiven for our personal sins.
23. We Were bought with a price
7 In him we have redemption through his blood,
the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to
the riches of his grace, 8 which he lavished upon
us,
• Riches – Wealth, abundant resources
• Grace – unmerited/undeserved favor
• Lavished upon us – beyond what is necessary,
overabundance, exceedingly more…
24. We are wealthy In the knowledge of
The mystery of His will
in all wisdom and insight 9 making known to us
the mystery of his will, according to his purpose,
which he set forth in Christ
• Mystery of the redemption and forgiveness
(Gospel) through Christ
• Mystery of including Gentiles into the program
• And …….
25. Wealthy in the knowledge of the
unification of the Cosmos
10 as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all
things in him, things in heaven and things on
earth.
• Note: He chose us in Christ before the
foundation of the world. Now, he unites the
cosmos together IN HIM.
• Everything is restored to conform with the
character of God through Christ.
26. We are Wealthy because
we are His Children
11 In him we have obtained an inheritance, having
been predestined according to the purpose of him
who works all things according to the counsel of his
will,
• Because we are in Christ, we are adopted
Children of the Father.
• As Children, we benefit in the wealth possessed
by the Father.
– Our Father created the universe and owns all things
– Our Father loves enjoys handing out blessings to his
children because we love his son.
27. We are Wealthy because
we are His Children
11 In him we have obtained an inheritance,
having been predestined according to the
purpose of him who works all things according
to the counsel of his will,
• It’s all of the Father’s doing.
– He predetermined the program according to his
purpose
– He works out the program according to His will
– He gets the credit for it
28. God Gets the Praise
12 so that we who were the first to hope in Christ
might be to the praise of his glory.
29. God’s Grace has made us wealthy
• Creation is Grace
• The existence of Angels is by God’s grace
• Our existence is by God’s grace
• Our adoption is by God’s grace
• Our salvation is by God’s Grace
• But the greatest act of grace of His grace is ….