EVANGELISTIC EFFORT
When: October 16-November 14 (Sundays, Mondays, Wednesday, Sabbath Morning and Saturday Evening
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Place: Hyattsville Seventh-day Adventist Church
4905 42nd Place
Hyattsville, MD 20781
301-318-0133
Thursday, August 20, 2009
...THEN SHALL THE END COME
"And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come." Matthew 24:14
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
RANDOM QUOTES
"God gives opportunities; success depends upon the use made of them. The openings of Providence must be quickly discerned and eagerly seized upon." (Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 5, pg. 321)
"The true object of education is to restore the image of God in the soul." (Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 5, pg. 322)
"The true object of education is to restore the image of God in the soul." (Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 5, pg. 322)
Friday, August 14, 2009
JEHOVAH'S REST #654
HOLY DAY, JEHOHAV'S REST
Written by F.E. Belden
Copyrighted 1886
1. Holy Day, Jehovah's rest, of creation's week the best;
Last of all the chosen seven, Blessed of God, to man 'twas given.
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, welcome, welcome
Glad we hail it's presence blest, 'Tis the great Jehaovah's rest
2. First His six days' work was done, then the Sabbath was begun;
thus He blessed the seventh day, thus in resting we obey.
3. Thousands have His plan reversed, resting now upon the first;
Search the Book and you will know, there’s no scripture tells them so.
4. All who speak the truth must say, it was man who changed the day;
In God’s word no change appears, through the whole six thousand years.
5. Thus I searched; and when I saw; only one great Sabbath law;
then I hastened to obey-- plainy 'twas the only way. – F.E. Belden
If you have questions about these and other truths from God's Word, the Bible, please call or email me at 202-437-4867 or email me at leuannam@qis.net.
Leuanna
Written by F.E. Belden
Copyrighted 1886
1. Holy Day, Jehovah's rest, of creation's week the best;
Last of all the chosen seven, Blessed of God, to man 'twas given.
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, welcome, welcome
Glad we hail it's presence blest, 'Tis the great Jehaovah's rest
2. First His six days' work was done, then the Sabbath was begun;
thus He blessed the seventh day, thus in resting we obey.
3. Thousands have His plan reversed, resting now upon the first;
Search the Book and you will know, there’s no scripture tells them so.
4. All who speak the truth must say, it was man who changed the day;
In God’s word no change appears, through the whole six thousand years.
5. Thus I searched; and when I saw; only one great Sabbath law;
then I hastened to obey-- plainy 'twas the only way. – F.E. Belden
If you have questions about these and other truths from God's Word, the Bible, please call or email me at 202-437-4867 or email me at leuannam@qis.net.
Leuanna
FINANCIAL CRISIS: FALSE ALARM?
Last year, around this time, there were emails circulating about a financial crisis that was to come upon America and the World. Some people made plans as the what they were going to do about the crisis and actually executed that plan. Some ignored them and chalked the warnings up to the fanatical rantings of alarmists or bored emailers with nothing better to do. The last group, probably the majority, were concerned, but waited to see if Snopes.com or the evening news carried the story before they jumped into action.
This fall, another such warning has been issued.
Beloved, let me share with you a financial crisis that is soon to come upon the earth and the source is True.
"Go to now, ye rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon you.
Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten.
Your gold and silver is cankered; and the rust of them shall be a witness against you, and shall eat your flesh as it were fire. Ye have heaped treasure together for the last days.
Behold, the hire of the labourers who have reaped down your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, crieth: and the cries of them which have reaped are entered into the ears of the Lord of sabaoth.
Ye have lived in pleasure on the earth, and been wanton; ye have nourished your hearts, as in a day of slaughter.
Ye have condemned and killed the just; and he doth not resist you.
Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.
Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh". James 5:1-8
To find out when these things will come, read about them in the timeline put forth in the New Testament books of Matthew Chapter 24, verses 1-24; Luke Chapter 21: verses 5 to the end; and Mark Chapter 13.
Further Study
Matthew 6:19-21
Luke 12:13-40
Matthew 19:16-21
If you have questions about these and other truths from God's Word, the Bible, please call or email me at 202-437-4867 or email me at leuannam@qis.net.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Leuanna
This fall, another such warning has been issued.
Beloved, let me share with you a financial crisis that is soon to come upon the earth and the source is True.
"Go to now, ye rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon you.
Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten.
Your gold and silver is cankered; and the rust of them shall be a witness against you, and shall eat your flesh as it were fire. Ye have heaped treasure together for the last days.
Behold, the hire of the labourers who have reaped down your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, crieth: and the cries of them which have reaped are entered into the ears of the Lord of sabaoth.
Ye have lived in pleasure on the earth, and been wanton; ye have nourished your hearts, as in a day of slaughter.
Ye have condemned and killed the just; and he doth not resist you.
Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.
Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh". James 5:1-8
To find out when these things will come, read about them in the timeline put forth in the New Testament books of Matthew Chapter 24, verses 1-24; Luke Chapter 21: verses 5 to the end; and Mark Chapter 13.
Further Study
Matthew 6:19-21
Luke 12:13-40
Matthew 19:16-21
If you have questions about these and other truths from God's Word, the Bible, please call or email me at 202-437-4867 or email me at leuannam@qis.net.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Leuanna
Sunday, August 9, 2009
FANNIE J. CROSBY (1823-1915)
#388 Don't Forget the Sabbath
Words by Fanny J. Crosby (1820-1915)
Music by William B. Bradbury (1816-1868)
Don’t forget the Sabbath,
The Lord our God hath blest,
Of all the week the brightest,
Of all the week the best;
It brings repose from labor,
It tells of joy divine,
Its beams of light descending,
With heav’nly beauty shine.
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day,
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day.
Keep the Sabbath holy,
And worship Him today,
Who said to His disciples,
“I am the living Way”;
And if we meekly follow
Our Savior here below,
He’ll give us of the fountain
Whose streams eternal flow.
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day,
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day.
Day of sacred pleasure!
Its golden hours we’ll spend
In thankful hymns to Jesus,
The children’s dearest Friend;
O gentle, loving, Savior,
How good and kind Thou art,
How precious is Thy promise
To dwell in every heart!
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day,
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day.
Words by Fanny J. Crosby (1820-1915)
Music by William B. Bradbury (1816-1868)
Don’t forget the Sabbath,
The Lord our God hath blest,
Of all the week the brightest,
Of all the week the best;
It brings repose from labor,
It tells of joy divine,
Its beams of light descending,
With heav’nly beauty shine.
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day,
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day.
Keep the Sabbath holy,
And worship Him today,
Who said to His disciples,
“I am the living Way”;
And if we meekly follow
Our Savior here below,
He’ll give us of the fountain
Whose streams eternal flow.
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day,
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day.
Day of sacred pleasure!
Its golden hours we’ll spend
In thankful hymns to Jesus,
The children’s dearest Friend;
O gentle, loving, Savior,
How good and kind Thou art,
How precious is Thy promise
To dwell in every heart!
Refrain
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day,
Welcome, welcome, ever welcome,
Blessèd Sabbath day.
Friday, July 17, 2009
THE FOOLISH VIRGINS
Read the story from Matthew 25:1-13
The class represented by the foolish virgins are not hypocrites. They have a regard for the truth, they have advocated the truth, they are attracted to those who believe the truth; but they have not yielded themselves to the Holy Spirit's working. They have not fallen upon the Rock, Christ Jesus, and permitted their old nature to be broken up.
This class are represented also by the stony-ground hearers. They receive the word with readiness, but they fail of assimilating its principles. Its influence is not abiding. The Spirit works upon man's heart, according to his desire and consent implanting in him a new nature; but the class representing the foolish virgins have been content with a superficial work. They do not know God. They have not studied His character; they have not held communion with Him; therefore they do not know how to trust, how to look and live.
Their service to God degenerates into a form. "They come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as My people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them; for with their mouth they show much love, but their heart goeth after covetousness" Ezekiel 33:31.
The apostle Paul points out that this will be the special characteristic of those who live just before Christ's second coming. He says, "In the last days perilous times will come; for men shall be lovers of their own selves;...lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof" 2 Timothy 3:1-5.
Christ Object Lessons, Ellen G. White, pg. 411
The class represented by the foolish virgins are not hypocrites. They have a regard for the truth, they have advocated the truth, they are attracted to those who believe the truth; but they have not yielded themselves to the Holy Spirit's working. They have not fallen upon the Rock, Christ Jesus, and permitted their old nature to be broken up.
This class are represented also by the stony-ground hearers. They receive the word with readiness, but they fail of assimilating its principles. Its influence is not abiding. The Spirit works upon man's heart, according to his desire and consent implanting in him a new nature; but the class representing the foolish virgins have been content with a superficial work. They do not know God. They have not studied His character; they have not held communion with Him; therefore they do not know how to trust, how to look and live.
Their service to God degenerates into a form. "They come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as My people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them; for with their mouth they show much love, but their heart goeth after covetousness" Ezekiel 33:31.
The apostle Paul points out that this will be the special characteristic of those who live just before Christ's second coming. He says, "In the last days perilous times will come; for men shall be lovers of their own selves;...lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof" 2 Timothy 3:1-5.
Christ Object Lessons, Ellen G. White, pg. 411
Thursday, July 16, 2009
TRUSTING GOD: Lesson from the Sermon on the Mount
"In His Sermon on the Mount, Christ taught His disciples precious lessons in regard to the necessity of trusting in God. These lessons were designed to encourage the children of God through all ages, and they came down to our time full of instruction and comfort. The Savior pointed His followers to the birds of the air as they warbled their carols of praise, unencumbered with thoughts of care, for 'they sow not, neither do they reap.' And yet the great Father provides for their needs. The Savior asks, 'Are ye not much better than they? Matthew 6:26.
The great Provider for man and beast opens His hand and supplies all His creatures. The birds of the air are not beneath His notice. He does not drop the food into their bills, but He makes provision for their needs. They must gather the grains He has scattered for them. They must prepare the material for their little nests. They must feed their young. They go forth singing to their labor, for 'your heavenly Father feedeth them.' And 'are ye not much better than they?' Are not you, as intelligent, spiritual worshipers, of more value than the birds of the air? Will not the Author of our being, the Preserver of our life, the One who formed us in His own divine image, provide for our necessities if we but trust in Him?
Steps to Christ, Ellen G. White, pg. 123
The great Provider for man and beast opens His hand and supplies all His creatures. The birds of the air are not beneath His notice. He does not drop the food into their bills, but He makes provision for their needs. They must gather the grains He has scattered for them. They must prepare the material for their little nests. They must feed their young. They go forth singing to their labor, for 'your heavenly Father feedeth them.' And 'are ye not much better than they?' Are not you, as intelligent, spiritual worshipers, of more value than the birds of the air? Will not the Author of our being, the Preserver of our life, the One who formed us in His own divine image, provide for our necessities if we but trust in Him?
Steps to Christ, Ellen G. White, pg. 123
TRUST
"It is the love of self that brings unrest.
When we are born from above, the same mind will be in us that was in Jesus, the mind that led Him to humble Himself that we might be saved. Then we shall not be seeking the highest place.
We shall desire to sit at the feet of Jesus, and learn of Him. We shall understand that the value of our work does not consist of making a show and noise in the world, and in being active and zealout in our own strength. The value of our work is in proportion to the impartation of the Holy Spirit.
Trust in God brings holier qualities of mind, so that in patience we may possess our souls."
Desire of Ages, Ellen G. White, pg. 330-331
When we are born from above, the same mind will be in us that was in Jesus, the mind that led Him to humble Himself that we might be saved. Then we shall not be seeking the highest place.
We shall desire to sit at the feet of Jesus, and learn of Him. We shall understand that the value of our work does not consist of making a show and noise in the world, and in being active and zealout in our own strength. The value of our work is in proportion to the impartation of the Holy Spirit.
Trust in God brings holier qualities of mind, so that in patience we may possess our souls."
Desire of Ages, Ellen G. White, pg. 330-331
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
THE LAW OF LIBERTY
Jesus saves us from our sins. If God could have saved us in our sins, then there would have been no need for Jesus to die for our redemption.
Sin is a transgression of the law (1 John 3:4). If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us (1 John 1:10), for all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23).
We keep the law as an outshowing of our love for God. If we love him, we will keep his commandments (John 14:15). His commandments are not grevious (1 John 5:3), on them hang the law and the prophets (Matthew 22:40 & Romans 13:10). In keeping them, they'd be no desire to rebel against parental authority, no desire to kill, no desire to be unfaithful or commit adultery, no desire to covet or steal, no temptation to "save our skins" by lying and a definite desire to honor our parents (regardless of whether they're worthy of it or not).
Since, men (and women) transgress God’s law, then we have to rebuke our children, lock our doors, guard our marriages, protect our property, endure the failings of our parents, and admit when we've done wrong.
The Lord's Law is the law of liberty (James 1:25 & 2:12), not a law of restrictions or bondage, and in keeping them there is great reward (Psalm 19:11).
Sin is a transgression of the law (1 John 3:4). If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us (1 John 1:10), for all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23).
We keep the law as an outshowing of our love for God. If we love him, we will keep his commandments (John 14:15). His commandments are not grevious (1 John 5:3), on them hang the law and the prophets (Matthew 22:40 & Romans 13:10). In keeping them, they'd be no desire to rebel against parental authority, no desire to kill, no desire to be unfaithful or commit adultery, no desire to covet or steal, no temptation to "save our skins" by lying and a definite desire to honor our parents (regardless of whether they're worthy of it or not).
Since, men (and women) transgress God’s law, then we have to rebuke our children, lock our doors, guard our marriages, protect our property, endure the failings of our parents, and admit when we've done wrong.
The Lord's Law is the law of liberty (James 1:25 & 2:12), not a law of restrictions or bondage, and in keeping them there is great reward (Psalm 19:11).
Thursday, July 2, 2009
ORPAH'S WARNING GOES UNHEEDED
A few years ago, Oprah exposed the dangers of beef and the mad-cow disease it was tainted with. As powerful as Oprah was at that time and still is, there were people more powerful than she, who forced her to stop her claims. Thanks be to God that the God of Heaven is more powerful than those people. It is with that assurance that boldness is given to share this information.
In addition to the population, the size of our citizens have increased exponentially. I'm sure that you have noticed that relatives, friends, neighbors, and maybe even you, have ballooned in the past couple of years. Your diet hasn't changed much, but your body seems to have taken on a mind of its own.
The information out there is overwhelming and the source list is so extensive that I won't even bother to share them. Besides, I'm sure that you already know what I am about to share. Everyone knows it. Knowledge is not the problem! The daily choices we make, that's the root of the issue!
In modern society, there was a time when only those who could afford meat, ate meat. Now, even African, Asian and other plant food rich cultures have adopted a meat based diet, and as a result are dying from the diseases that were only seen in other parts of the world.
The consumption of beef, pork, chicken and fish has become the staple in people's diets because of overwhelming and well-placed advertising that shapes social thinking. Whole grains, fruits and vegetables have been given low priority and the digestive system and our mental aquity has paid the price.
This could be a really lengthy discourse on the dangers of eating meat, heart disease, high cholesterol notwithstanding. Religious and secular authorities will echo the same sentiment, but most of society seems to have stopped up their ears and turned a blind eye to the problem.
It's a little bigger than meat my friends. It's about preparing for heaven. If that's not your goal, then this just won't make much sense to you (a prayer was offered on your behalf). If heaven is your goal, then you must realize that diet or appetite is a very overlooked component in our spiritual walk.
Eve fell on the point of appetite, not to mention that she broke a few commandments in the process (#1, #8 & #10). Jesus was first tempted by the Devil in the wilderness on the point of appetite. Esau gave up his birthright for a bowl of lentils. The children of Israel craved the depraved diet of Egypt that they begged for meat and when they received it, gorged until it came out of their noses. Lastly, Paul warned against those "whose God is their belly."
This matter of appetite is nothing to be taken lightly. "Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? If any man defile (destroys) the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are." (1 Corinthians 3:16,17)
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God." (1 Corinthians 10:31)
In addition to the population, the size of our citizens have increased exponentially. I'm sure that you have noticed that relatives, friends, neighbors, and maybe even you, have ballooned in the past couple of years. Your diet hasn't changed much, but your body seems to have taken on a mind of its own.
The information out there is overwhelming and the source list is so extensive that I won't even bother to share them. Besides, I'm sure that you already know what I am about to share. Everyone knows it. Knowledge is not the problem! The daily choices we make, that's the root of the issue!
In modern society, there was a time when only those who could afford meat, ate meat. Now, even African, Asian and other plant food rich cultures have adopted a meat based diet, and as a result are dying from the diseases that were only seen in other parts of the world.
The consumption of beef, pork, chicken and fish has become the staple in people's diets because of overwhelming and well-placed advertising that shapes social thinking. Whole grains, fruits and vegetables have been given low priority and the digestive system and our mental aquity has paid the price.
This could be a really lengthy discourse on the dangers of eating meat, heart disease, high cholesterol notwithstanding. Religious and secular authorities will echo the same sentiment, but most of society seems to have stopped up their ears and turned a blind eye to the problem.
It's a little bigger than meat my friends. It's about preparing for heaven. If that's not your goal, then this just won't make much sense to you (a prayer was offered on your behalf). If heaven is your goal, then you must realize that diet or appetite is a very overlooked component in our spiritual walk.
Eve fell on the point of appetite, not to mention that she broke a few commandments in the process (#1, #8 & #10). Jesus was first tempted by the Devil in the wilderness on the point of appetite. Esau gave up his birthright for a bowl of lentils. The children of Israel craved the depraved diet of Egypt that they begged for meat and when they received it, gorged until it came out of their noses. Lastly, Paul warned against those "whose God is their belly."
This matter of appetite is nothing to be taken lightly. "Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? If any man defile (destroys) the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are." (1 Corinthians 3:16,17)
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God." (1 Corinthians 10:31)
Sunday, June 21, 2009
ANTI-SOCIAL CHRISTIAN?
Today I went by my parents for a block party that their community was having. I stayed inside for the whole time and didn't get to meet one single neighbor of theirs. In my passing in and out the front door, I said Hello to whoever I passed. Truth be told, I didn't even make eye contact and could not describe one person who was out there.
My excuse to my parents (not that they asked), was that I was anti-social.
As the words left my mouth, I was convicted that that was one of the biggest oxymorons I'd ever said. An anti-social Christian? How is that possible? A Christian is a follower of Christ and He certainly was not anti-social. As a matter of fact, He received much criticism because He mingled with anyone and everyone who was willing to listen to Him and even with those who were not willing.
The message this Sabbath was on evangelism. The great commission was to "go ye therefore and make disciples," (Matthew 28:19,20). That can't happen if I'm being anti-social.
The real reason behind my anti-social behavior was the problem that Peter had in Acts 10:9-36. Peter was a respecter of persons and the Lord was showing him that He is Lord of all. There has to be love for others and a willingness to endure some uncomfortable situations in order to reach people.
Don't use this as an excuse to go to the club with the "mission" of reaching the lost. This is not an excuse to indulge our sinful desires and cloak it in "being all things to all people."
This is about being like Jesus who mingled among the people desiring their good.
That's my prayer. Let me start in my home with my husband and children (inreach), then take it to the neighbors, friends, strangers and the world (outreach). This is a hard thing--for me, but thanks be to God, with Him, all things are possible.
My excuse to my parents (not that they asked), was that I was anti-social.
As the words left my mouth, I was convicted that that was one of the biggest oxymorons I'd ever said. An anti-social Christian? How is that possible? A Christian is a follower of Christ and He certainly was not anti-social. As a matter of fact, He received much criticism because He mingled with anyone and everyone who was willing to listen to Him and even with those who were not willing.
The message this Sabbath was on evangelism. The great commission was to "go ye therefore and make disciples," (Matthew 28:19,20). That can't happen if I'm being anti-social.
The real reason behind my anti-social behavior was the problem that Peter had in Acts 10:9-36. Peter was a respecter of persons and the Lord was showing him that He is Lord of all. There has to be love for others and a willingness to endure some uncomfortable situations in order to reach people.
Don't use this as an excuse to go to the club with the "mission" of reaching the lost. This is not an excuse to indulge our sinful desires and cloak it in "being all things to all people."
This is about being like Jesus who mingled among the people desiring their good.
That's my prayer. Let me start in my home with my husband and children (inreach), then take it to the neighbors, friends, strangers and the world (outreach). This is a hard thing--for me, but thanks be to God, with Him, all things are possible.
BE CONTENT
The Apostle Paul recorded in Philippians 4:11,12, "I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need."
What does that mean?
If I'm "broke" (just barely having enough to get by each month), I praise Him that He sustains me and that I am able to get by.
If I'm rich, I praise Him for the means to further the spreading of the Gospel and I'll give to ministries that are being faithful to the great commission.
If I'm single, I praise Him that I am able to devote my time to His service without having to check with anyone before I go forward in His name.
If I'm married, I praise Him that He's given me someone to walk with me on this journey and to hold me accountable for the way I live my life.
If I have children, I praise Him that there are little ones that are readily available for me to share His love with.
If I have no children, I praise Him that I can be a "foster" parent to those children who have no one to love them they way should be loved.
What does that mean?
If I'm "broke" (just barely having enough to get by each month), I praise Him that He sustains me and that I am able to get by.
If I'm rich, I praise Him for the means to further the spreading of the Gospel and I'll give to ministries that are being faithful to the great commission.
If I'm single, I praise Him that I am able to devote my time to His service without having to check with anyone before I go forward in His name.
If I'm married, I praise Him that He's given me someone to walk with me on this journey and to hold me accountable for the way I live my life.
If I have children, I praise Him that there are little ones that are readily available for me to share His love with.
If I have no children, I praise Him that I can be a "foster" parent to those children who have no one to love them they way should be loved.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
THE IMMUTABILITY OF GOD'S LAW
The Law of God is under attack. Not by those who want it removed from public places. It is under attack by those who are fighting for it to remain there, but who say that it is no longer binding.
They believe that we are under grace, that the law was done away with, and that Christ came to take a way the law.
Then we should be able to lie, commit adultery, steal, take God's name in vain, and kill without penalty. We may be under penalty of the state, but the Lord will take us all to Heaven with our sinful hearts, because the blood of Jesus covers us.
THAT IS A LIE OF THE DEVIL AND A FALSE DOCTRINE THAT WILL RENDER US INCAPACITATED AGAINST THE ASSAULT OF THE ENEMY.
Friends, let us not be found wanting. Let us not excuse sin and think that God will save us in our sins. God wants to save us from our sins. Sin must be put away. We have a part to play in that process. If we willfully sin, there is no more sacrifice for sin, but a fearful looking forward of judgement (see Hebrews 10:26:27).
They believe that we are under grace, that the law was done away with, and that Christ came to take a way the law.
Then we should be able to lie, commit adultery, steal, take God's name in vain, and kill without penalty. We may be under penalty of the state, but the Lord will take us all to Heaven with our sinful hearts, because the blood of Jesus covers us.
THAT IS A LIE OF THE DEVIL AND A FALSE DOCTRINE THAT WILL RENDER US INCAPACITATED AGAINST THE ASSAULT OF THE ENEMY.
Friends, let us not be found wanting. Let us not excuse sin and think that God will save us in our sins. God wants to save us from our sins. Sin must be put away. We have a part to play in that process. If we willfully sin, there is no more sacrifice for sin, but a fearful looking forward of judgement (see Hebrews 10:26:27).
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
THE PATIENCE OF THE SAINTS
HERE IS THE PATIENCE OF THE SAINTS: HERE ARE THEY THAT KEEP THE COMMANDMENTS OF GOD, AND THE FAITH OF JESUS (Revelation 14:12); See Rev. 12:17.
The Lord has ordained a special people to be a spiritual Israel for our time. In Deuteronomy 7:6, Moses records, speaking to the Israelites, "for thou art a holy [set apart] people unto the Lord thy God; the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people [treasure] unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth." [read to verse 11]
Why were the children of Israel special?
They would be the nation through whom Jesus Christ, the Messiah and Redeemer of mankind would come. Genesis 12:2,3 tells us, God speaking to Abraham, "And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing; and I will bless them that bless thee, and curse them that curseth thee; and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed."
There are two characteristics that distinguish God's special people. Revelation 12:17 tell us "And the dragon was wroth [enraged] with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant [rest of her offspring] of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ." [see Rev. 19:10]
In your searching for spiritual Israel, seek for a people who teachings have the same components that the physical Israelites have. These are all summarized in Revelation Chapter 1:
SALVATION (The Messiah, Jesus Christ, as the only way to the Father)
SCRIPTURES (God's inspired word to us and mirror of His character)
SPIRIT OF PROPHECY (God's guiding servants of reproof and instruction)
SECOND COMING (The eminent return of our Lord)
SABBATH (The day God sanctified as a memorial of His work during creation week)
SANCTUARY (The Jewish temple services that pointed to the Messiah)
STATE OF THE DEAD (What happens when a person dies)
SAINTS (The living servants of the Lord and their ministry on His behalf)
Since the Word of God is from the source of truth, it must be studied "precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little:" (Isaiah 28:10). There is no contradiction in the Lord. Any seeming contradiction is in our misunderstanding. God's word make absolute sense. No prophecy of scripture is of private interpretation (see 2 Peter 1:19-21).
The Lord has ordained a special people to be a spiritual Israel for our time. In Deuteronomy 7:6, Moses records, speaking to the Israelites, "for thou art a holy [set apart] people unto the Lord thy God; the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people [treasure] unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth." [read to verse 11]
Why were the children of Israel special?
They would be the nation through whom Jesus Christ, the Messiah and Redeemer of mankind would come. Genesis 12:2,3 tells us, God speaking to Abraham, "And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing; and I will bless them that bless thee, and curse them that curseth thee; and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed."
There are two characteristics that distinguish God's special people. Revelation 12:17 tell us "And the dragon was wroth [enraged] with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant [rest of her offspring] of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ." [see Rev. 19:10]
In your searching for spiritual Israel, seek for a people who teachings have the same components that the physical Israelites have. These are all summarized in Revelation Chapter 1:
SALVATION (The Messiah, Jesus Christ, as the only way to the Father)
SCRIPTURES (God's inspired word to us and mirror of His character)
SPIRIT OF PROPHECY (God's guiding servants of reproof and instruction)
SECOND COMING (The eminent return of our Lord)
SABBATH (The day God sanctified as a memorial of His work during creation week)
SANCTUARY (The Jewish temple services that pointed to the Messiah)
STATE OF THE DEAD (What happens when a person dies)
SAINTS (The living servants of the Lord and their ministry on His behalf)
Since the Word of God is from the source of truth, it must be studied "precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little:" (Isaiah 28:10). There is no contradiction in the Lord. Any seeming contradiction is in our misunderstanding. God's word make absolute sense. No prophecy of scripture is of private interpretation (see 2 Peter 1:19-21).
Thursday, June 4, 2009
THE WORD AGAINST THE WORLD
God says, my words shall not pass away
The world says that the law is done away with
God says:
Thou shall have no other Gods before me.
The world says that anything, anybody or even we can be our own gods.
Thou shall not make unto thee any graven images nor bow down to them nor serve them.
The world says that you can have statues around your house, in your yard, hanging in your rear view mirror, etc.
Thou shall not take the Lord's name in vain
The world uses the Lord's name flippantly in sitcoms, stand-up comedy and in choice curses on one hand, and on the other hand, people say that they are Christian and yet deny the Father and His Son in their words and actions
Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy...the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord
The world says that Friday, Sunday or Wednesday is good enough to observe as "my sabbath" or everyday is the sabbath or a few hours of whatever day we choose
Honor thy father and thy mother that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord they God giveth thee
The world says who are you to tell me what to do and when you become a burden, we'll leave you in a nursing care facility to wither away in loneliness
Thou shall not kill
The world says kill for oil, greed, sneakers, North Face jackets or just because you cut me off in traffic
Thou shall not commit adultery
The world says it's ok to have one night stands, have multiple families, marry and re-marry whenever the desire suits you
Thou shall not steal
The world says charge extra interest, embezzle, rip off, whatever to get ahead
Thou shall not bear false witness
The world says white lies are ok, lies that save people unnecessary hurt are fine, lies to get what you want are justifiable, and besides, everybody lies at some point in their life, so it's unrealistic the think that we can live without lying
Thou shall not covet
The world says that you can have whatever you set your mind to and that if you can conceive it, you can achieve it
What governs our actions, the word or the world?
The world says that the law is done away with
God says:
Thou shall have no other Gods before me.
The world says that anything, anybody or even we can be our own gods.
Thou shall not make unto thee any graven images nor bow down to them nor serve them.
The world says that you can have statues around your house, in your yard, hanging in your rear view mirror, etc.
Thou shall not take the Lord's name in vain
The world uses the Lord's name flippantly in sitcoms, stand-up comedy and in choice curses on one hand, and on the other hand, people say that they are Christian and yet deny the Father and His Son in their words and actions
Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy...the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord
The world says that Friday, Sunday or Wednesday is good enough to observe as "my sabbath" or everyday is the sabbath or a few hours of whatever day we choose
Honor thy father and thy mother that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord they God giveth thee
The world says who are you to tell me what to do and when you become a burden, we'll leave you in a nursing care facility to wither away in loneliness
Thou shall not kill
The world says kill for oil, greed, sneakers, North Face jackets or just because you cut me off in traffic
Thou shall not commit adultery
The world says it's ok to have one night stands, have multiple families, marry and re-marry whenever the desire suits you
Thou shall not steal
The world says charge extra interest, embezzle, rip off, whatever to get ahead
Thou shall not bear false witness
The world says white lies are ok, lies that save people unnecessary hurt are fine, lies to get what you want are justifiable, and besides, everybody lies at some point in their life, so it's unrealistic the think that we can live without lying
Thou shall not covet
The world says that you can have whatever you set your mind to and that if you can conceive it, you can achieve it
What governs our actions, the word or the world?
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
PRE- & POST-MARITAL ADULTERY
Books; Visual Media; Self-Gratification (Master...); Sexual Partners; and Other People's Sexual Experiences
All these things stored in our memory, return to our minds and into the marriage bed to defile our relationships. They lead to unfair comparisons and dissatisfaction on one hand and feelings of failure and loneliness on the other and numerous other negative emotions that are not healthy for a marriage.
Some believe that what occurs before you get married doesn't matter or that if your spouse is not directly affected, as in the case of self-gratification or Internet porn, there's no harm. Anything that defiles the marriage, destroys the marriage. Such experiences and the memory of them, or the recollection and continued indulgence of them, cheapens your spouse because it says that "you are not good enough to satisfy me." Anything that robs the affections or becomes more important then your spouse is adulterous.
Evidence is clear that we are a collection of our experiences--good and evil. They shape who we become. By beholding we become changed. It's not too late to start beholding what is profitable for sound character development. David said, "I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes," and Paul wrote "Whatsoever things are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report; if there be any virtue and any praise, think on these things."
Our choices of TV programs, reading material, Internet sites, vacations, hangout spots, friends, family events, etc. are all molding our character--for good or for evil.
Choose Wisely!!!
All these things stored in our memory, return to our minds and into the marriage bed to defile our relationships. They lead to unfair comparisons and dissatisfaction on one hand and feelings of failure and loneliness on the other and numerous other negative emotions that are not healthy for a marriage.
Some believe that what occurs before you get married doesn't matter or that if your spouse is not directly affected, as in the case of self-gratification or Internet porn, there's no harm. Anything that defiles the marriage, destroys the marriage. Such experiences and the memory of them, or the recollection and continued indulgence of them, cheapens your spouse because it says that "you are not good enough to satisfy me." Anything that robs the affections or becomes more important then your spouse is adulterous.
Evidence is clear that we are a collection of our experiences--good and evil. They shape who we become. By beholding we become changed. It's not too late to start beholding what is profitable for sound character development. David said, "I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes," and Paul wrote "Whatsoever things are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report; if there be any virtue and any praise, think on these things."
Our choices of TV programs, reading material, Internet sites, vacations, hangout spots, friends, family events, etc. are all molding our character--for good or for evil.
Choose Wisely!!!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
YOUR LOVED ONES ARE NOT IN HEAVEN NOW
It's the most comforting thought to believe that our parents, children, grandparents, friends, etc., who have died, are in Heaven. And it's even more assuring to think that they are there now.
Truth be known, that is not the case. Except for the exceptions that the Word gives (Moses, Enoch, Elijah, etc.) we're assured that they are resting in peace in the grave. Their death is referred to a sleep as in the case of Lazarus (see John 11, the whole chapter). The truth is, the Lord is very clear about this subject and gives numerous evidences of this fact.
"For in death there is no remembrance of thee; in the grave, who shall give thee thanks?" (Psalm 6:5)--We have no remembrance of God in the grave nor can we thank him for anything or roll over in our graves if something troubling occurs among the living.
For the living know that they shall die; but the dead know not anything, neither have they any more a reward, for the memory of them is forgotten. Also their love, and their hatred, and their envy, is now perished; neither have they any more portion for ever in any thing that is done under the sun. (Ecclesiastes 9:5,6)
So man lieth down and riseth not: til the heavens be no more, they shall not awake, nor be raised out of sleep. (Job 10:12)
His sons come to honor, and he knoweth it not; and they are brought low, and he perceiveth it not of them. (Job 10:21)--We won't perceive who visits our grave site, if our spouses have re-married, if our children have accepted the Lord or turned from Him, if a black man became president of the United States or if America, Canada and Mexico ever became one nation.
They praise not the Lord, neither any that go down into silence. (Psalm 115:17)--Would there be true praising in Heaven if they are there and they see us suffering still in this world of sin?
Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. (John 5:28,29).
Truth be known, that is not the case. Except for the exceptions that the Word gives (Moses, Enoch, Elijah, etc.) we're assured that they are resting in peace in the grave. Their death is referred to a sleep as in the case of Lazarus (see John 11, the whole chapter). The truth is, the Lord is very clear about this subject and gives numerous evidences of this fact.
"For in death there is no remembrance of thee; in the grave, who shall give thee thanks?" (Psalm 6:5)--We have no remembrance of God in the grave nor can we thank him for anything or roll over in our graves if something troubling occurs among the living.
For the living know that they shall die; but the dead know not anything, neither have they any more a reward, for the memory of them is forgotten. Also their love, and their hatred, and their envy, is now perished; neither have they any more portion for ever in any thing that is done under the sun. (Ecclesiastes 9:5,6)
So man lieth down and riseth not: til the heavens be no more, they shall not awake, nor be raised out of sleep. (Job 10:12)
His sons come to honor, and he knoweth it not; and they are brought low, and he perceiveth it not of them. (Job 10:21)--We won't perceive who visits our grave site, if our spouses have re-married, if our children have accepted the Lord or turned from Him, if a black man became president of the United States or if America, Canada and Mexico ever became one nation.
They praise not the Lord, neither any that go down into silence. (Psalm 115:17)--Would there be true praising in Heaven if they are there and they see us suffering still in this world of sin?
Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. (John 5:28,29).
Thursday, May 28, 2009
TEN COMMANDMENT WEEKEND 2009
3ABN's Ten Commandments Weekend for 2009
http://www.tencommandmentsweekend.com/index.html
Friday, May 29, 2009
6:00-7:00pm Overview' Sermon CD Brooks
Introduction: Jim Gilley & Danny Shelton
7:00-8:00pm Commandment #1 Jim Gilley
8:00-9:00pm Commandment #2 Wintley Phipps
Saturday, May 30, 2009
9:00-10:00am Commandment #3 Bill Kilgore
10:00-11:00am Musical Hour
11:00-12:00am Commandment #4 JoAnn Davidson
12:00-1:00pm Children's Hour 3ABN's Ten Commandments Kids with Doug Batchelor
1:00-2:00pm Youth Hour Youth Culture Versus the Ten Commandments
2:00-3:00pm Commandment #5 Jay Rosario
3:00-4:00pm Commandment #6 David Asscherick
4:00-5:00pm Commandment #7 Mike Tucker
5:00-6:00pm Commandment #8 Nathan Renner
6:00-7:00pm Religious Liberties &
the Ten Commandments Lincoln Steed and Dr. John Graz
7:00-8:00pm Commandment #9 CD Brooks
8:00-9:00pm Commandment #10 Stephen Bohr
The link to watch online
http://www.3abntv.org/player.cfm
http://www.tencommandmentsweekend.com/index.html
Friday, May 29, 2009
6:00-7:00pm Overview' Sermon CD Brooks
Introduction: Jim Gilley & Danny Shelton
7:00-8:00pm Commandment #1 Jim Gilley
8:00-9:00pm Commandment #2 Wintley Phipps
Saturday, May 30, 2009
9:00-10:00am Commandment #3 Bill Kilgore
10:00-11:00am Musical Hour
11:00-12:00am Commandment #4 JoAnn Davidson
12:00-1:00pm Children's Hour 3ABN's Ten Commandments Kids with Doug Batchelor
1:00-2:00pm Youth Hour Youth Culture Versus the Ten Commandments
2:00-3:00pm Commandment #5 Jay Rosario
3:00-4:00pm Commandment #6 David Asscherick
4:00-5:00pm Commandment #7 Mike Tucker
5:00-6:00pm Commandment #8 Nathan Renner
6:00-7:00pm Religious Liberties &
the Ten Commandments Lincoln Steed and Dr. John Graz
7:00-8:00pm Commandment #9 CD Brooks
8:00-9:00pm Commandment #10 Stephen Bohr
The link to watch online
http://www.3abntv.org/player.cfm
HELL IS NOT BURNING TODAY
This was one of the most liberating truths. The wicked won't burn forever. If the Devil, who is the epitomy of evil will be devoured by fire and consumed, how much moreso those who have lived for 120 years tops?
God is not sadistic. That is not His Character. Why will be burn Hitler for ever and the 30 year old guy who didn't get around to accepting Christ as Savior? God is just and fair. This doctrine of everlasting burning in Hellfire is a false doctrine that does not line up with scripture.
The effects of Hell (when the earth is cleansed by fire and sin, sinners, the Devil and his evil angels are burned up) is what is everlasting. Not the punishment--the effects.
Study this out from God's word. The truth will set you free.
God is not sadistic. That is not His Character. Why will be burn Hitler for ever and the 30 year old guy who didn't get around to accepting Christ as Savior? God is just and fair. This doctrine of everlasting burning in Hellfire is a false doctrine that does not line up with scripture.
The effects of Hell (when the earth is cleansed by fire and sin, sinners, the Devil and his evil angels are burned up) is what is everlasting. Not the punishment--the effects.
Study this out from God's word. The truth will set you free.
Friday, May 8, 2009
RESTORING FAMILIES WORLDWIDE
Messages From Current Albums (see RESTORATION INTERNATIONAL'S LINK TO THE RIGHT)
Title Speaker
Our Greatest Battle
Tom Waters
From the album: Steps to Higher Ground
Redemptive Discipline Alane Waters
From the album:The Work That Lies Nearest
The Refiner's Fire Paul Rayne
From the album: Guiding Principles for the Personal Walk
The Mother's Priceless Privilege Carolyn Rayne
From the album: Guiding Principles for a Happy Home
Godly Fatherhood Edwin Nebblett
From the album: Raising Godly Seed
The Language of Encouragement Maria Nebblett
From the album: Heavenly Priorities in the Family
Brothers & Sisters, Best Friends Nebblett youth
From the album: Remember Thy Creator
Messages From Discontinued Albums
Title Speaker
Enhancing Family Life (See also Family Heart to Heart)
1. Preserving the Family Tom Waters
2. The Garden of the Heart Waters family
3. Samuel, Prepared & Willing Waters family
6. Making Sabbath Special Waters family
Finding Joy & Fulfillment as Youth
1. I Want Freedom Allison Waters
2. Improving Important Talents Allison & Emily Waters
3. Sibling Association Emily Waters (now Schlittenhart)
Forever a Family (See also Family Heart to Heart)
1. A Well-Ordered Family Emily Waters
3. Highlights of Motherhood Alane Waters
5. Learning the Language of Heaven Emily Waters
6. Eternal Realities Alane Waters
Talks With Youth
1. Companionship With Christ Tom Waters
3. Repent, Confess, & Restore Tom Waters
4. Taming the Tongue Tom Waters
Youth Panel 2005
1. 2005 OK Family Campmeeting Youth Panel Chantée, Michael, Allison, Sean, Emily
2. 2005 WA Family Campmeeting Youth Panel Kaleb, Elizabeth, Sean, Lisa, & Isaac
Youth Panel 2006
2. 2006 NJ Family Campmeeting Youth Panel Alvin, Emily, Alex, Samantha, Quint
Title Speaker
Our Greatest Battle
Tom Waters
From the album: Steps to Higher Ground
Redemptive Discipline Alane Waters
From the album:The Work That Lies Nearest
The Refiner's Fire Paul Rayne
From the album: Guiding Principles for the Personal Walk
The Mother's Priceless Privilege Carolyn Rayne
From the album: Guiding Principles for a Happy Home
Godly Fatherhood Edwin Nebblett
From the album: Raising Godly Seed
The Language of Encouragement Maria Nebblett
From the album: Heavenly Priorities in the Family
Brothers & Sisters, Best Friends Nebblett youth
From the album: Remember Thy Creator
Messages From Discontinued Albums
Title Speaker
Enhancing Family Life (See also Family Heart to Heart)
1. Preserving the Family Tom Waters
2. The Garden of the Heart Waters family
3. Samuel, Prepared & Willing Waters family
6. Making Sabbath Special Waters family
Finding Joy & Fulfillment as Youth
1. I Want Freedom Allison Waters
2. Improving Important Talents Allison & Emily Waters
3. Sibling Association Emily Waters (now Schlittenhart)
Forever a Family (See also Family Heart to Heart)
1. A Well-Ordered Family Emily Waters
3. Highlights of Motherhood Alane Waters
5. Learning the Language of Heaven Emily Waters
6. Eternal Realities Alane Waters
Talks With Youth
1. Companionship With Christ Tom Waters
3. Repent, Confess, & Restore Tom Waters
4. Taming the Tongue Tom Waters
Youth Panel 2005
1. 2005 OK Family Campmeeting Youth Panel Chantée, Michael, Allison, Sean, Emily
2. 2005 WA Family Campmeeting Youth Panel Kaleb, Elizabeth, Sean, Lisa, & Isaac
Youth Panel 2006
2. 2006 NJ Family Campmeeting Youth Panel Alvin, Emily, Alex, Samantha, Quint
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