The document discusses the Christian theological concept of the rapture, wherein Jesus Christ will return in the air to catch up believers to meet him, based on passages from 1 Corinthians and 1 Thessalonians. It describes the rapture as the great snatching away of saints to meet Christ. It also outlines several false views of the rapture's timing, asserting that the rapture will occur before the seven-year tribulation period described in the Bible. The rapture is presented as a mystery and comfort for believers, with implications for how Christians should live in light of this end times event.
Joy
I. Is Achieved by a Focus on Christ- Phil 1:16-18
II. Is Achieved as the Reward for Faithfulness- Phil 2:16-18
III. Is achieved by Ignoring the Flesh- Phil 3:3-7
IV. Is a Fashionable Fraternity- Phil 4:1
V. Is achieved in Seeing the Feeble Producing Fruit- Phil 4:10
Bible Verses for New Year Greetings. Here are a few Bible verses you can add to your New Year greetings.
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Whether you have been filled with the Holy Spirit before or need His supernatural power for the challenges and opportunities you face today, ask Him for a fresh infilling!
CALVI1, “David having largely and painfully experienced what a miserable thing it is to feel God’s hand heavy on account of sin, exclaims that the highest and best part of a happy life consists in this, that God forgives a man’s guilt, and receives him graciously into his favor. After giving thanks for pardon obtained, he invites others to fellowship with him in his happiness, showing, by his own example, the means by which this may be obtained.
Like proper maintenance for your vehicle improves performance, confession of sin is essential for your spiritual life.audio avilable at
http://edthepastor.podbean.com/e/high-performance-psalm-32/?token=235120a9363f3b3bb7062ebe68a61e82
Joy
I. Is Achieved by a Focus on Christ- Phil 1:16-18
II. Is Achieved as the Reward for Faithfulness- Phil 2:16-18
III. Is achieved by Ignoring the Flesh- Phil 3:3-7
IV. Is a Fashionable Fraternity- Phil 4:1
V. Is achieved in Seeing the Feeble Producing Fruit- Phil 4:10
Bible Verses for New Year Greetings. Here are a few Bible verses you can add to your New Year greetings.
If you enjoyed this SlideShow, please 'like' it by clicking on any of the heart icons around the show and share it with your friends. I also welcome your comments.
Thanks for stopping by.
Whether you have been filled with the Holy Spirit before or need His supernatural power for the challenges and opportunities you face today, ask Him for a fresh infilling!
CALVI1, “David having largely and painfully experienced what a miserable thing it is to feel God’s hand heavy on account of sin, exclaims that the highest and best part of a happy life consists in this, that God forgives a man’s guilt, and receives him graciously into his favor. After giving thanks for pardon obtained, he invites others to fellowship with him in his happiness, showing, by his own example, the means by which this may be obtained.
Like proper maintenance for your vehicle improves performance, confession of sin is essential for your spiritual life.audio avilable at
http://edthepastor.podbean.com/e/high-performance-psalm-32/?token=235120a9363f3b3bb7062ebe68a61e82
You will learn from a sinful woman in Jericho who becomes a woman of faith in God that God’s grace is greater than your sin, that great faith is seen in the little things we do and that we must help sinners become citizens in the kingdom of God.
Mainstream christian theology seems to support ideas about death and resurrection that are remarkably similar to those of ancient Greek and other middle eastern pagan philosophies. This seems to be at odds with what the protestant cannon represents about the issue.
This slide is a summary overview of what judeo-christian texts highlight about the issue.
In Chapter 15, the apostle Paul teaches us on the importance of Christ's resurrection and the hope we have of our resurrection. We live life and serve God with this amazing hope!
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.
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.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
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
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
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).
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 Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
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.
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.
3. 1 Corinthians 15:51-53 King James Version (KJV) 51Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed,
4. 1 Corinthians 15:51-53King James Version (KJV) 52In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.
5. 1 Corinthians 15:51-53King James Version (KJV) 53For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.
6. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 13But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.
7. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 14For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.
8. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 15For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.
9. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 16For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
10. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 17Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
11. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 18Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
12. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18King James Version (KJV) 18Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
13. Participants For his church - from the beginning of the church to the time of the rapture.
15. False Views 2. Only Spiritual Christians, Carnal Christians will go through Tribulation Also referred to as Partial Rapture theory Refutation: 1 Cor. 15:51
16. False Views 3. Will Occur at the Middle of the Tribulation Mid Trib Theory
17. False Views 4. Will Occur at the End of the Tribulation Post Tribulation rapture Refutation: 1 Thes. 5:9, Rev. 3:10
18. The Rapture is Pre Trib Bride of Christ (amputation) Dead (left in the grave) Rev 6 – 19 no mention of the church (Tribulation) Rev. 4:1 2 Cor. 5:20 - ambassasdor
19. The Mystery of the Rapture Genesis to 1 Cor. 14. 1 Cor. 15:51
20. The Trumpets To Angels – Prepare for Battle To Believers – Prepare to Worship
22. The Challenge of the Rapture Attend Services of the Lord regularly Observe Lord’s Supper with Rapture in mind Love Believers and All Men Be Patient Live a Separated Life Refrain from Judging Others Preach the Word
23. The Challenge of the Rapture 8. Comfort the Bereaved 9. Win Souls 10. Concerned with Heaven
24. The Effect of the Rapture On Property values On the World Governments On the Financial World
