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Nation Under God This article begins
with an example of patronage to our flag and pledge of allegiance, but
respectfully submits that the mention of God brings with it an even greater
lesson concerning "Allegiance." For Christians the words "under
God" are illustrative of Christ's rule over all the nations of mankind
(Ps. 2:7-12; Matt. 28:18-20; I Tim. 6:15; Rev. 2:27). Moreover the earth, the
world, and all who dwell therein ~ all souls are His (Ps. 24:1; Ezk. 18:4; Haggai 2:8). Through simple deduction and
reduction one soon comes to understand on a Personal Individual basis that they
do indeed belong to God, for He created man (Gen. 1:27). Solomon summed up the
whole purpose of one's life, "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole
matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of
man" (Eccl. 12:12). Applying the principle of God's ownership on an
individual personal level means that we respond to the fact that His ownership demands our PERSONAL OBEDIENCE to His commands.
The article shows clearly that one must not confuse
patriotism with the personal OBEDIENCE that saves the individual's
soul. Our response will determine our judgment for Paul said, "For we must
all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the
things done in the body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or
bad" (2 Cor. 5:10). Sadly, herein is where Americans are failing today!
The
Appreciation Of Godly Sisters In Christ The tremendous value of our sisters in Christ is set
forth in this article. Beginning with the honor that is due to faithful women
in Christ, the study sets forth the various duties enjoined upon them in
regards to their family and service rendered to the church that Christ built.
Children and family members must practice piety towards their “own” and requite
their parents,
Paul said (I Tim. 5:4). Moreover, they are to be ready unto every
good work (Eph. 2:10, I Tim. 5:10, Titus 3:1, 2:14). Christians who are ready
and yield their bodies unto God as instruments of righteousness in sacrificial
service are fulfilling the perfect will of God (cf. Rom. 12:1-2, 6:13). They exemplify those whom God
takes pleasure in and favors because they fear Him (cf. Ps. 149:4, 147:10-11).
These are the ones who can be taught, and have been (Ps. 34:11-15). Their glory
(boast) is in understanding and knowing God who delights in loving-kindness,
judgment, and righteousness in the earth! (Cf. Jer. 9:23-24). OBEDIENCE unto
righteousness is what God takes pleasure in, thus these are the
scriptural reasons why all of our godly sisters are appreciated. Why not study
the nine points of application directed towards their being scripturally
appreciated?
A
Simple Biblical Pattern For Explaining “Why?” A
respondent who questioned the matter of judging those who live together without
marriage stated, “I think these days it can be a good thing to live together
before getting married.... This obviously goes against your feelings, but
they're just your feelings, not everyone's." Last of all she stated,
"As far as your last sentence, it's not an idea that it's acceptable and
normal, these days, IT IS acceptable and normal.... If you don't like it, then
don't do it.... I wouldn't criticize you...why do you judge about people who
choose to live together?"
This individual wants to know
“Why” I would determine that people who choose to live together are wrong in
doing so? I presumed this to be an honest question
deserving of an answer.
In part, one must understand God requires OBEDIENCE from man
in regards to what he reads in the New Testament scriptures, which are God given
(Rom. 10:17, Heb. 5:9). Faith comes by hearing God’s word and the present
work of Christ, in the plan of redemption, necessitates
man's OBEDIENCE. The Hebrew
writer said, "And being made perfect, he became the author of eternal
salvation unto all them that obey him" (Hebrews 5:9). Without faith which includes OBEDIENCE we are taught that
man cannot please God (Cf. Hebrews 11:6; John 6:29).
What
Stubbornness Really Is The prophet
Jeremiah had a lot to say about the stubbornness of God’s people. He pulled no
punches but stated plainly the carnality involved. The purpose of this study is
to ensure that we understand the importance of OBEDIENCE being commanded us.
The seriousness of this study is seen in that the stubborn contend with God, are punished, and while being punished go
yet onwards towards that point where iniquity is great, sins are numerous, and
God’s punishment painfully serious!
The
Majority Know Another Jesus The
church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different
gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19).
It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and
possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a
start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark
differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach!
Verses are presented that deal with: (21) OBEDIENCE in baptism is the result of one’s own faith in
God’s word …
Things in
Christ not found in Islam One simple but effective way of explaining the
difference between a major “world” religion and the gospel of Christ (the New
Testament, Matt. 26:28) is to show the things found “in Christ” that are not
found elsewhere. The following are
things found in Jesus Christ that are not found in Islam. You will find under
"Things Concerning the Resurrection" that those
who do not OBEY THE GOSPEL will be ashamed on the Day the Lord comes
again! (2 Th. 1:8-9; I John 2:28).
9-11-2001
~ Things I Can Count On Today
America was attacked by terrorists on this date. This is a “time” when people
thrive upon inappropriate statements and misleading applications of God’s Word.
Illustrations of such would be, “Nostradamas
said…,” “Armageddon has come,“ “the Mark of the Beast.“ One
part of this study deal with such questions as, "Why?" or "What
is the future?" The answer presents the limited number of things
Christians have that they can truly trust in and depend upon. These few but
precious things are where a christian's
life really is any day, as well as any place that they might be. One of these
is that GOD uses one government to punish another
(Matt. 24:1-2). Another of these important things is Christians are to be OBEDIENT to civil government (Rom. 13:1-7). But
should a government demand something from Christians that God forbids they must OBEY God rather than man.
What
To Tell Your Mate When They Are Guilty of Wrath Christians need
to study and then be honest and make the right applications to one another, all
family members, and especially with their own mates (Cf. I Th. 5:14). Read this
article to understand how the stubborn and unrepentant heart OBEYS unrighteousness.
Newspaper
Articles (This publication contains
selected newspaper articles. One deals with the OCCULT:
"Disclaimers for FORTUNETELLERS.")
Reply
to a response on "Questions on Witchcraft" Concerning the OCCULT:
A respondent has present the idea that there was race
upon earth who did not have Adam and Eve for their genealogy. She claims to be
of this so called "OTHER PEOPLE."
The reply shows how her claim doesn't fit with the scriptures in the Bible.
What You
Can And Will Do In Christ This brief study should offer assuramce to Christians that their efforts to serve God
faithfully are attainable, as well as being greatly aided by others' prayers on
their behalf. What one can and will do by remaining faithful in Christ is
declared through the words of Paul's prayer for the church at Colossae in Col.
1:9-12. Here are the key thoughts: A. Be filled with knowledge, all wisdom and
spiritual understanding. B. Walk worthy, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in
every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God. C. Strengthened for
attaining all stedfastness and patience, with Joy. D.
Joyously giving thanks to the Father. Following is a "Check Your Spiritual
Growth With Self-Test Questions" giving further
emphasis to our growth in knowledge and discernment. The Christian is to be sincere and WITHOUT OFFENCE ("Blameless). The
stated "goal" of
our efforts is seen in Philippians 1:10-11.
Scriptures
Governing Our Collective Worship You may never have heard about
"Spontaneous Singing" as
practiced in some churches. It could be that you've have observed one singing
so loudly they drowned out the song leader and wondered if there were
scriptures that might be used to correct such. Perhaps you would be interested
in the scriptures that authorize a song
leader and a church doing things decently and in
ORDER DURING WORSHIP. If so,
then you'd be interested in this brief study.
Five
Short Articles On Jesus’ Kingdom And Reign Here are five
articles that were written for our local newspaper. Look below to see if some
or all may be of benefit to you or to another you might know.
1. Jesus Is King Of The Jews And Of
All Men!
2. The Israel of God Today (With
Additional Comments on Zionism).
3.
Christianity Does Not Teach
Another Temple In Jerusalem!
4. The ONE THOUSAND Year Reign Is Not On Earth!
5. The Battle of “Armageddon.”
Reply
to a response on "Questions on Witchcraft" Concerning the occult: A respondent has present the idea that there was race upon earth who did not
have Adam and Eve for their genealogy. She claims to be of this so called
"OTHER PEOPLE." The reply
shows how her claim doesn't fit with the scriptures in the Bible.
God's
Divine Organization ~ The Local Church, Part Two of Two This is Lesson Four (Part Two of Two) in our Series: "Fundamental Lessons on the
Church." Lesson Four, Part Two: "God's Divine Organization ~ The
Local Church, Part Two of Two." In this lesson you will be studying the
local church as the organization that God gave for the collective work of
Christians in evangelism, edification, worship and benevolence to needy saints.
You will take an in depth look at the organization of the local church
according to God's pattern in the New Testament. There is abundant material on
the fact that each local church had its own
OVERSEERS as bishops, also called elders, pastors or shepherds.
There was a plurality (more than one) appointed over each local church, Acts
14:23. The qualifications for a bishop or OVERSEER
in Christ's church are present right from the Bible. You can study
this lesson and see the difference in the church of Christ and Catholic,
denominational and community church organization today.
God Turns The Way Of The Wicked Upside Down This lesson considers the path of the wicked that is a familiar topic throughout the Psalms. You will learn about the wicked by the following: (1) God thwarts the way of the wicked (Ps. 146:9); (2) God puts the wicked in great fear (Ps. 53); (3) Accusers are filled with their own ways (Ps. 109). This section tells you exactly what will happen to the wicked; (4) You will learn about the purpose of their traps they set for the righteous; (5) God OVERTHROWS the best of secret counsel (Ps. 64).
The
Appreciation Of Godly Sisters In Christ The tremendous value of our
sisters in Christ is set forth in this article. Beginning with the honor that
is due to faithful women in Christ, the study sets forth the various duties
enjoined upon them in regards to their family and service rendered to the
church that Christ built. Children and family members must practice piety towards
THEIR “OWN” and requite their parents, Paul said (I Tim. 5:4).
Moreover, they are to be ready unto every good work (Eph. 2:10, I Tim. 5:10,
Titus 3:1, 2:14). Why not study the nine points of application directed towards
their being scripturally appreciated?
God Turns
The Way Of The Wicked Upside Down This
lesson considers the path of the wicked that is a familiar topic throughout the
Psalms. You will learn about the wicked by the following: (1) God thwarts the
way of the wicked (Ps. 146:9); (2) God puts the wicked in great fear (Ps. 53);
(3) Accusers are filled with their OWN WAYS (Ps. 109).
This section tells you exactly what will happen to the wicked; (4) You will learn about the purpose of their traps they set for
the righteous; (5) God overthrows the best of secret counsel (Ps. 64).
Let Us Get You A New Kind Of Preacher! Those full of carnality (works of the flesh) accuse the faithful unjustly with wicked intent, spread strife with their mouths, and set an example of evil for others to imitate (cf. 3 John 10-11). They have a goal, an objective, and will sacrifice the truth and brethren to achieve it! These are looking forward to and working towards division in order that they might have their OWN WAY, and that with the “kind of preaching” that lacks application and pleases the ungodly (cf. 2 Tim. 4:1-5). Understand that the longer the church postpones dealing with them scripturally the closer they get to their unscriptural goals (cf. Rev. 2:20). There is nothing more carnal, and full of the works of the flesh, that I can think of at this age in my life than brethren who work to stop applicable preaching and teaching. They will stop at nothing to get the “new kind” of preacher. Old warnings need to be issued! As in the past there will always be bigger churches somewhere ready to aid the pattern of apostasy and provide the “new kind” of teachers and preachers. That is how apostasy is able to continue. Brethren beware! It is quite possible that you know of such things happening among us.