array_files=new Array(); array_files[0]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_9-19-10.htm","2010-09-19","6K","Bulletin Article for September 19, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for September 19, 2010 Ye Who Are Spiritual by Micky Galloway Am I a spiritual person? The spiritual man surfaces frequently in the writings of Paul. He warns the Corinthians that the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. But he who is spiritual judges all things (I Corinthians 2:14-15). To the Galatians, he wrote, Brethren, even if a man be overtaken in any trespass, ye who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to thyself, lest thou also be tempted (Galatians 6:1). In both cases it is clear that the apostle is not using the term synonymously with being a disciple of Jesus. In Galatians there is an obvious effort to distinguish between those disciples who are spiritual and those who are not. In the case of the Corinthians Paul plainly says that many of them were not spiritual, but carnal (I Corinthians 3:1-3). To simply become a Christian then, is not a guarantee that I am a spiritual person. It is crucial for me as a Christian to be a spiritual person. For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can it be (Romans 8:6-7). This is serious! The cultivation of a spiritual mind by the believer is more than important, it is critical, it is a matter of life and death! What does it mean to be spiritually minded? What is a spiritual person? The worlds concept is quite different from the Bible definition. The Greek word (pneumatikos) translated spiritual in the writings of Paul generally describes things which have their origin from or reflect the character and influence of God and His Spirit as revealed in the word of God. When used of persons, Thayer says it speaks of One who is filled with and governed by the Spirit of God (523). Vine says simply that men in Christ who walk so as to please God are spiritual (1088). True spirituality then has to do with the nature of God Himself. It derives from a spiritual God who seeks spiritual worshipers (John 4:23-24). These are those who are filled with all the fulness of God (Ephesians 3:19). Peter says that God intends us to be partakers of the divine nature (II Peter 1:2-4). So what is true spirituality? It is a way of thinking, a system of values, a way of looking at life with God and His will at its center (cf. Matthew 22:37-40; Matthew 6:33). It is a life absolutely devoted to God and to the incomparable greatness of His character and will. It is the product of one who is determined to Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly (Colossians 3:16). (One cannot live spiritually who does not study and apply what he learns.) In a life so lived nothing and no one will ever take precedence over that commitment to follow Christ. By way of contrast, carnality is a thought system which views life with self at its center. It is characterized by pride and selfishness. It is not possible for both of these views to live in the same personality. Paul said, But I say, walk by the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are contrary the one to the other; that ye may not do the things that ye would (Galatians 5:16-17). Spirituality then, is a matter of individual choice. Admittedly, this is a struggle that is ongoing. It remains for that part of us that is akin to God, that part that delights in the law of God, to rule the passions of the flesh and make the body the servant of righteousness rather than of sin (Romans 6:17-19). That cannot happen unless we WILL it to be so with our whole heart. This struggle takes place in the mind. Paul assures us, (for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh (carnal, KJV), but mighty before God to the casting down of strongholds), casting down imaginations, and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ (II Corinthians 10:4-5). Involved in this struggle is the war between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of men (I Corinthians 1:18-23). To the world, the wisdom of God is considered foolishness. What becomes apparent in the first three chapters of I Corinthians is that all the works of the flesh are not in the realm of things we typically class as carnal, i.e. stealing, lying, adultery, etc. Paul lists hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy (Galatians 5:20-21) among these diseases of the heart. Perhaps Paul had these sins in mind when he spoke of doing the desires of the flesh and of the mind (Ephesians 2:3). They are born of pride and selfishness and however subtle are deeply wicked and devastating. Indeed, in many ways they are more at the heart of the problem of sin than the more obvious works of the flesh. The spiritual man must therefore, consider every thought, word and deed in the light of his aim to know and be like his Savior (I Peter 1:13-16). This knowledge comes from continued study of His word (II Peter 3:18). There is no end of exhortations in the N.T. for the Christian to be sober and of sound mind (Romans 12:3; I Thessalonians 5:6,8; II Timothy 4:5; Titus 2:1-8,12; I Peter 4:7; 5:8). The spiritual man has given himself, body, soul and spirit to the will of the great God who created him and redeemed him by the blood of His son, and nothing he has invested will be lost, and nothing wasted. For the God of peace Himself will sanctify him completely and preserve his whole spirit, soul, and body, blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ (I Thessalonians 5:23). "); array_files[1]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/index.htm","2010-09-19","3K","Fifth Street East Church of Christ Home Page ","",""," Fifth Street East Church of Christ Home Page The Fifth Street East church is made up of individuals that are committed to serving in Gods Kingdom. The New Testament is our guide in all matters of faith and practice. We do not follow any man made creed or book. The Christians who make up this congregation believe firmly that all men and women must commit themselves to following the Bible as their only guide and in doing so will be unified in a like precious faith (II Peter 1:1). Contact us at: church@fifthstreeteast.com This website is current as of: September 19, 2010 By relevancy By date All words Any words Exact phrase "); array_files[2]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin.htm","2010-09-19","5K","Weekly Bulletin Article Archive ","",""," Weekly Bulletin Article Archive We publish a weekly two to four page bulletin entitled I Press. We do have a mailing list for the bulletin and you are welcome to a free subscription. Just e-mail us or send a note to the address listed on the Home page. We mail out all the bulletins for a month in a bundle at the end of each month. Or, just read the articles on-line by selecting a date below. 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The Christians who make up this congregation believe firmly that all men and women must commit themselves to following the Bible as their only guide and in doing so will be unified in a like precious faith (II Peter 1:1). Contact us at: church@fifthstreeteast.com This website is current as of: September 19, 2010 By relevancy By date All words Any words Exact phrase "); array_files[4]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Year_2010.htm","2010-09-19","7K","Weekly Bulletin Article Archive For The Year 2010 ","",""," Weekly Bulletin Article Archive For The Year 2010 CAPTIONWeekly Bulletin Article Archive For The Year 2010 This Page Updated: 9/19/10 Bulletin DateArticle TitleBulletin DateArticle Title Ye Who Are Spiritual The Spying Of The Promised Land The Giving Of The Law Israel Journey In The Wilderness The Passover Moses And The Plagues Gods Call To Moses Joseph -The Providence Of God Jacob And Esau Now To Abraham Were The Promises Spoken Abraham The Friend Of God Noah A Preacher Of Righteousness Cain And Abel Adam And Eve Why Are There Other Churches Of Christ In Our Area? Hitchhiking & The Whole Counsel Of God Bible Memorials Hard To Believe & Dinosaurs The Fallacy Of Evolution (Part 4) Present Your Case The Fallacy Of Evolution (Part 3) The Fallacy Of Evolution (Part 2) The Fallacy Of Evolution (Part 1) Offering Our Children To Idols Why Not Easter? Behavior In Worship Change Agents In The Church Sins Of The Mouth Is The Doctrine Of Christ Binding Today? Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled Be Ye Angry And Sin Not How Do We Come To Know God? I Am The True Vine Jesus - I Am (Part 2) Jesus - I Am Christ Our Redeemer Jesus Is The Savior The Messiah The Christ Contact us at: church@fifthstreeteast.com "); array_files[5]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bible%20Classes.htm","2010-09-18","39K","Bible Classes ","",""," Bible Classes Here we offer audio and outlines from selected Bible classes which you may use for your own purposes. 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This page updated: 9/18/10 By relevancy By date All words Any words Exact phrase CAPTIONBible Class Resources Bible Class TopicDownload Format A Study Of The Book Of Daniel (XXXIII)(Terry Hicks 9/15/10 pm)Windows Media Player (16.5MB) The New Testament Church (CII)(Terry Hicks 9/12/10 am)Windows Media Player (17.0MB) A Study Of The Book Of Daniel (XXXII)(Terry Hicks 9/8/10 pm)Windows Media Player (15.9MB) The New Testament Church (CI)(Micky Galloway 9/5/10 am)Windows Media Player (16.6MB) A Study Of The Book Of Daniel (XXXI)(Micky Galloway 9/1/10 pm)Windows Media Player (17.2MB) The New Testament Church (C)(Micky Galloway 8/29/10 am)Windows Media Player (16.4MB) A Study Of The Book Of Daniel (XXX)(Terry Hicks 8/25/10 pm)Windows Media Player (15.7MB) The New Testament Church (XCIX)(Micky Galloway 8/22/10 am)Windows Media Player (16.9MB) A Study Of The Book Of Daniel (XXIX)(Terry Hicks 8/18/10 pm)Windows Media Player (16.5MB) The New Testament Church (XCVIII)(Micky Galloway 8/15/10 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Church (XXXI)(Terry Hicks 4/19/09 am)Windows Media Player (16.5MB) A Study Of Bible Authority (XLVI)(Micky Galloway 4/15/09 pm)Windows Media Player (16.8MB)A Study Of Bible Authority (by Micky Galloway) - Microsoft Word Document (423KB) The New Testament Church (XXX)(Micky Galloway 4/12/09 am)Windows Media Player (16.7MB) A Study Of Bible Authority (XLV)(Micky Galloway 4/8/09 pm)Windows Media Player (17.3MB) The New Testament Church (XXIX)(Micky Galloway 4/5/09 am)Windows Media Player (16.8MB)The New Testament Church (by Roy Cogdill) - Microsoft Word Document (62.5KB)The Indwelling - Microsoft PowerPoint Document (393KB) Contact us at: church@fifthstreeteast.com "); array_files[6]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_9-12-10.htm","2010-09-13","9K","Bulletin Article for September 12, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for September 12, 2010 The Spying Of The Promised Land by Chris Simmons God commanded Abram to go forth to the land which I will show you and by faith he went. While Abram passed through the land, God promised, to your descendants I will give this land. From that time on, that land became known to Gods people as the land of promise (Hebrews 11:9) or, as it is commonly referred to today, the promised land. Having received the law at Mt. Sinai, the Israelites journeyed through the great and terrible wilderness (Deuteronomy 1:19) at the Lords command. They came to Kadesh-barnea where they were told by God through Moses, You have come to the hill country of the Amorites which the Lord our God is about to give us. See, the Lord your God has placed the land before you; go up take possession, as the Lord, the God of your fathers, has spoken to you. Do not fear or be dismayed (Deuteronomy 1:20-21). It was theirs promised and given by God, and all they had to do was go up (and) take possession (Deuteronomy 1:8). Moses was directed by God to, Send out for yourself men so that they may spy out the land of Canaan, which I am going to give to the sons of Israel; you shall send a man from each of their fathers tribes, every one a leader among them (Numbers 13:2). They were to get a perspective of the land that God was about to bless them with (spy out, Numbers 13:2, 17-20) by seeing what the land, people, cities and produce were like. They were also to develop a strategy on how they would enter the land (Deuteronomy 1:22). What wasnt to be on their agenda was deciding if they would enter the land. God had previously described the land He would give to them as a good and spacious land a land flowing with milk and honey (Exodus 3:8) and when the spies returned, they confirmed what God had promised when they reported we went in to the land where you sent us; and it certainly does flow with milk and honey (Numbers 13:27). You would think that seeing such a prosperous land would increase their faith and motivate them to obey God, doing whatever God told them to do to possess it. Rather, their focus was not on the promises of God and the riches of the land but on their physical observations of the inhabitants of the land. Nevertheless, the people who live in the land are strong, and the cities are fortified and very large; and moreover, we saw the descendants of Anak there (Numbers 13:28). Only Joshua and Caleb remained faithful and Caleb tried to calm and exhort the Israelites when he said, We should by all means go up and take possession of it, for we shall surely overcome it (verse 30). The other ten spies, though, came to the conclusion that they were too small, too weak and that they simply were not able to go up against the people of the land. In spite of Gods promise, and the deliverance He provided from the Egyptians and His miraculous provisions for them in the wilderness, they came to the conclusion that the land would devour them (Numbers 14:30-33) and basically proclaimed that they didnt believe God could give them the victory. The problem regarding the conquest of the promised land was that the Israelites forgot who the battle belonged to! Certainly they would have to engage in battle the inhabitants of the land but they forgot that it was God who would be fighting for them. David understood this point as he prepared to battle the champion from the armies of the Philistines as he said in I Samuel 17:46-47, This day the Lord will deliver you up into my hands, and I will strike you down and remove your head from you. And I will give the dead bodies of the army of the Philistines this day to the birds of the sky and the wild beasts of the earth, that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel, and that all this assembly may know that the Lord does not deliver by sword or by spear; for the battle is the Lords and He will give you into our hands. God doesnt need numbers or size or any other earthly measure to be in His favor for His will to be executed successfully. Jonathan, Sauls son, recognized that the Lord is not restrained to save by many or by few (I Samuel 14:6) and Gideon learned in Judges chapter seven that the size of the army is not of concern to God but rather their submission, faith and obedience to His will. The lesson for us today is that we need to do our part faithfully and obediently and trust God that He will never abandon or forsake us. When Paul was journeying to Rome, even when conditions looked hopeless (Acts 27:20), his faith and courage remained strong as he believed God that it will turn out exactly as I have been told (Acts 27:25) that indeed he would safely arrive at Rome as God had told him (Acts 23:11). Do we believe God that all things will turn out as we have been told? Do we believe that we can truly cast all our anxiety upon Him (I Peter 5:7) and that God will never desert us or forsake us but forever will be our helper (Hebrews 13:5-6)? If so, we need to get busy and fight our good fight of faith (I Timothy 6:12) and do our part as those who sow and water and allow God to provide the increase (I Corinthians 3:6-7). Or have we come to the conclusion that the forces we battle are too big and too strong and that the gospel just isnt powerful enough today to transform peoples lives anymore? Can we see that the lack of faith exemplified by the ten spies is the same lack of faith that has spawned the social gospel movement today men who feel that the gospel of Jesus Christ needs a human hook or angle (i.e. fun, food and entertainment) to accomplish what His word no longer can. The report of the ten caused the Israelites to first hang their heads, look down and say we cant. The attitude of defeat then caused them to look back to what they left behind. They came to the brilliant conclusion that theyd be better off going back to become slaves in Egypt again. The whole congregation said to Moses and Aaron, Would that we had died in the land of Egypt! Or would that we had died in this wilderness! And why is the Lord bringing us into this land, to fall by the sword? Our wives and our little ones will become plunder; would it not be better for us to return to Egypt ... Let us appoint a leader and return to Egypt (Numbers 14:2-4). We need to learn the lesson that we cant ever afford to look back. Jesus teaches us that, No one, after putting his hand to the plow and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God (Luke 9:62). Jesus also exhorts us to Remember Lots wife (Luke 17:32). Paul had a lot going for him in his early life before his obedience to the gospel but he knew his past could never again become his focus and that he continually needed to be forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead (Philippians 3:13). Satan will persist in seeking to get us to return to our former manner of life, our former slavery to sin and always tempts us to return to wallow in the mire (cf. II Peter 2:22) that the blood of Christ once cleansed us from. When faced with the choice, the Israelites chose to shrink back. We are warned in Hebrews 10:35-39, Therefore, do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God, you may receive what was promised. For yet in a very little while, He who is coming will come, and will not delay. But My righteous one shall live by faith; and if he shrinks back, My soul has no pleasure in him. But we are not of those who shrink back to destruction, but of those who have faith to the preserving of the soul. This is simply a lesson of faith in God expressed in our obedience to His will. If God is for us, who is against us? (Romans 8:31). Do we have the faith we need to fight the battles we need to fight and trust that we can do all things through Him who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13)? "); array_files[7]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Sermons.htm","2010-09-13","59K","Sermons ","",""," Sermons Here we offer sermons in WMA (Windows Media Player) format which you may use for your own purposes. 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Contact us at: church@fifthstreeteast.com "); array_files[9]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/A%20Hope%20Of%20Heaven.pdf","2010-09-13","1697K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - A Hope Of Heaven.pptx ","","","9/12/2010 am How do we think life will turn out in the end? Therefore, keep up your courage, men, for I believe God that it will turn out exactly as I have been told. (Acts 27:25) What if we dont really believe? What if we have doubts? (cf. James 1:6-8) What if we were able today, to go and see heaven our promised land. Any chance it would inspire or motivate us? Would it help us overcome any challenges and trials we might face? How clear is our perspective of heaven? How real is it to us? Our hope has to be our anchor (Heb. 6:19) but if our hope is vague and something we rarely think about, how powerful is it really? The apostle Pauls perspective of heaven was... Defined Certain Attainable Real How can we get our hearts around the concept? For Paul, the glory of heaven was something he could put on the scales and compare to anything else in life... ...what did he find? Rom. 8:18 Chris Simmons 1 9/12/2010 am For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us. Romans 8:18 Consider Reckon(ASV, KJV) which means... to take an inventory, i.e., estimate Count, compute, or calculate (Strong) (Thayer) 2 Corinthians 4:17 Momentary Light Affliction Eternal weight of glory Beyond all comparison more exceedingly (ASV) From the Greek word huperbole meaning a throwing beyond others; supereminence superiority (Strong, Thayer and Vine) How strong was Pauls longing for heaven? Philippians 1:19-26 To live is Christ, to die is gain ...having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better... To Paul the reward of heaven was something to be laid hold of (Philippians 3:13-14)... Defined as: to take eagerly, seize, possess (Strong) to lay hold of so as to make ones own (Thayer) Paul knew what was he was pressing on towards. How strong was Pauls longing for heaven? The closer he got, the more real and certain it became. 2 Timothy 4:8, ... the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day. We cant wait until our dying days... Pauls prayer for his brethren is that we grow in our ability to see (now) what God has in store for the faithful and obedient. Ephesians 1:18-19 Chris Simmons 2 9/12/2010 am How is our spiritual vision? I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened so that you may know: 1. The hope of His calling, 2. The riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, 3. The surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. (Ephesians 1:18-19) Challenges? Focusing all of our heart and soul and mind on what cant be seen. And if we can, holding on for what would appear to be a long way off. How do we acquire a true & accurate (i.e., biblical) perspective of heaven? What Is Heaven Like? Unlike anything we know of in this life: 1 Peter 1:3-4, ...born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you What Is Heaven Like? Not a state but a place. Not physical, but a spiritual place. Defined by what is there. Defined by what is not there. What Is Heaven Like? Defined by what is there: Describing the indescribable... 1 Cor. 2:9, `Things which eye has not seen and ear has not heard, and which have not entered the heart of man, all that God has prepared for those who love Him. What Is Heaven Like? Revelation Chapter 21 What has been covered in chapters 12-21? The war against the saints & the church. The punishment of the wicked. The destruction of Satan and his servants. The concluding issue - the reward of the righteous & the glory of the faithful. Chris Simmons 3 9/12/2010 am Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 1 A new heavens and a new earth Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 2 The holy city, new Jerusalem New new in kind, superior to that which preceded it. Coming down out of heaven of a divine origin, not built by men. A lasting city (Heb. 13:14) Sought for by the patriarchs of old. (Heb. 11:10) Use of this phrase: 1. Gods own people. Isaiah 65:17-19, 25; (cf. 2:2-4) 2. What God has promised after the 2nd coming and final judgment. 2 Peter 3:10-14; Rev. 21:1-2 Represents a divine changing of the order. Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 3 The tabernacle of God is with men. Pitched by God and not man. Heb. 8:2; 9:11 God shall dwell among them. Perfect fellowship w/our heavenly Father. We shall see His face (22:4). cf. Gen. 3:8; Ex. 3:6; 1 John 3:2 Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 4 Defined by what is not there: No tears, No death, No mourning, No crying, No pain. Theyve passed away. Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 7 - Defined by the permanent adoption into Gods family. Rom. 8:14-17 Vs. 8 & 27 - Defined by those who are not there: Vs. 1026 - Defined by the most beautiful elements human language can convey. (vs. 18-21) What Is Heaven Like? Revelation Chapter 22 An allusion to the garden of Eden, in the beginning... before sin. Life without the curse. Gen. 3:14ff. The serpent, the earth, & all mankind. Deut. 28:15ff, all who turn away from God. In Christ, the curse of the law could be taken away. Gal. 3:13. Chris Simmons 4 9/12/2010 am Revelation Chapter 22 Perfect life with God. Lost in Eden - Restored in Heaven. The river of life Gen. 2:10 The tree of life Gen. 2:9; 3:22; Rev. 2:7 Theme of these chs the abundance of life. Book of life (21:27 ); water of life (22:1); tree of life (22:2) Revelation Chapter 22 The Tree Of Life Immortality given by it. Gen. 2:9; 3:22 Sin prevented man from access to it. Immortality must now be found in a different tree. Acts 10:39; Gal. 3:13; 1 Peter 2:24 What Is Heaven Like? A transformed spiritual body. Phil 3:21; 1 John 3:1-3; 1 Cor. 15:42-44 A place of rest (Rev. 14:11, 13; Heb. 4:1-11) What does that mean? (Josh. 11:23; 21:44-45; 23:1 cf. Acts 9:31) Freedom from conflict & struggles. Prosperity. Did not mean cessation from all activity. Eternal - timelessness vs. eternal amt. of time. What Is Heaven Like? A home a place to belong. We talk about going home. 2 Cor. 5:6-9 A city part of a community of faithful believers the great cloud of witnesses (Heb. 12:1-2). A garden a place to work and serve. What will we do in heaven? We will serve our heavenly Father without distraction. Rev. 22:3 We are to be rulers over many things Matt. 25:23 We will rest from our labors Enter In Thou Good & Faithful Servant Weve got to believe to enter that rest (Heb. 3:19-4:11) Rev. 22:14 need our robes washed by the blood of the Lamb. Only to those who endure... (Heb. 10:35-39) 2nd Peter 1:11 entrance to be abundantly supplied. Chris Simmons 5 "); array_files[10]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/A%20Sinner.pdf","2010-09-13","146K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - A Sinner.pptx ","","","9/12/2010 pm A Sinner A Sinner Luke 18:9-14 We speak frequently about sin Take for granted that people know what were talking about What is sin, who is a sinner, and what should we do about it? 1 2 What Is Sin? In the Old Testament Genesis 4:3-7 sin coucheth at the door Genesis 18:20-21 their sin is very grievous Genesis 39:7-9 sin against God What Is Sin? In the Old Testament Definition: A verb meaning to miss the mark, to wrong, to sin, to lead into sin... Its central meaning is to miss the mark or fail. 3 4 What Is Sin? In the New Testament John 15:22-24 they had not had sin John 16:7-11 in respect of sin James 1:13-15 sin when it is fullgrown What Is Sin? In the New Testament Definition: Sin, missing the true end and scope of our lives, which is God. An offense in relation to God with emphasis on guilt. 5 6 Richard Lidh 1 9/12/2010 pm What Is Sin? Gods one-line definition I John 3:4 Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law. (KJV) Who Is A Sinner? King David Acts 13:22 a man after My heart II Samuel 12: 5,7,13 I have sinned against Jehovah Paul Philippians 3:17 imitators ... of me I Timothy 1:15 I am chief Romans 7:24-25 Wretched man 7 8 Who Is A Sinner? Romans 3:23 for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God What Should I Do About Sin? Recognize it II Timothy 2:15 study (KJV) I John 1:6-10 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves But we must not be angry when we find this in ourselves Genesis 4:1-7 do thou rule over it 9 10 What Should I Do About Sin? Admit it Luke 18:13 God, be thou merciful Luke 15:21 I have sinned Acts 8:24 Pray ye for me to the Lord What Should I Do About Sin? Change our lives Acts 8:22 Repent ... of this thy wickedness Acts 3:19 Repent ... turn again Acts 17:30 All everywhere repent II Corinthians 7:8-10 godly sorrow worketh repentance unto salvation 11 12 Richard Lidh 2 9/12/2010 pm What Should I Do About Sin? Strive to live purely Romans 6:17-18 servants of righteousness I Timothy 1:5 a pure heart and a good conscience Revelation 2:10b faithful unto death 13 A Sinner Sin is transgression of law Romans 5:12-14 death reigned from Adam until Moses 14 A Sinner All have sinned Hebrews 4:14-15 Jesus ... without sin I Peter 2:21-25 Christ ... who did no sin A Sinner We must recognize our sins, confess them to God, turn from them, and live pure lives 15 16 What Must I Do To Be Saved? Hear the Word of God What Must I Do To Be Saved? Repent of your sins Romans 10:8 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach Believe in that Word Acts 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, that so there may come seasons of refreshing from the presence of the Lord Confess that Jesus is the Son of God Romans 10:11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be put to shame. 17 I John 4:15 Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God abideth in him, and he in God. 18 Richard Lidh 3 9/12/2010 pm What Must I Do To Be Saved? Be immersed in water (baptized) Acts 2:38 And Peter (said) unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 19 Richard Lidh 4 "); array_files[11]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/A%20Hope%20Of%20Heaven.ppt","2010-09-13","5292K","A%20Hope%20Of%20Heaven.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp339800.ppt * * * * * * * * * * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * How do we think life will “turn out” in the end? “Therefore, keep up your courage, men, for I believe God that it will turn out exactly as I have been told.” (Acts 27:25) What if we don’t really believe? What if we have doubts? (cf. James 1:6-8) What if we were able today, to go and “see” heaven – our “promised land.” Any chance it would inspire or motivate us? Would it help us overcome any challenges and trials we might face? How clear is our perspective of heaven? How real is it to us? Our hope has to be our “anchor” (Heb. 6:19) but if our hope is vague and something we rarely think about, how powerful is it really? The apostle Paul’s perspective of heaven was… Defined Certain Attainable Real How can we get our hearts around the concept? For Paul, the glory of heaven was something he could put on the scales and compare to anything else in life… …what did he find? Rom. 8:18 “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us.” Romans 8:18 “Consider” – “Reckon”(ASV, KJV) which means… “to take an inventory, i.e., estimate”(Strong) “Count, compute, or calculate” (Thayer) Momentary Light Affliction Eternal weight of glory 2 Corinthians 4:17 “Beyond all comparison” – “more exceedingly” (ASV) From the Greek word “huperbole” meaning “a throwing beyond others; supereminence – superiority” (Strong, Thayer and Vine) How strong was Paul’s longing for heaven? Philippians 1:19-26 “To live is Christ, to die is gain” “…having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better…” To Paul the reward of heaven was something to be “laid hold of” (Philippians 3:13-14)… Defined as: “to take eagerly, seize, possess” (Strong) “to lay hold of so as to make one’s own” (Thayer) Paul knew what was he was “pressing” on towards. How strong was Paul’s longing for heaven? The closer he got, the more real and certain it became. 2 Timothy 4:8, “… the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day.” We can’t wait until our dying days… Paul’s prayer for his brethren is that we grow in our ability to “see” (now) what God has in store for the faithful and obedient. Ephesians 1:18-19 How is our spiritual vision? “I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened” so that you may know: “The hope of His calling”, “The riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints”, “The surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe.” (Ephesians 1:18-19) Challenges? Focusing all of our heart and soul and mind on what can’t be seen. And if we can, holding on for what would appear to be a long way off. How do we acquire a true & accurate (i.e., biblical) perspective of heaven? What Is Heaven Like? Unlike anything we know of in this life: 1 Peter 1:3-4, “…born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you” What Is Heaven Like? Not a “state” but a place. Not physical, but a spiritual place. Defined by what is there. Defined by what is not there. What Is Heaven Like? Defined by what is there: Describing the indescribable… 1 Cor. 2:9, “‘Things which eye has not seen and ear has not heard, and which have not entered the heart of man, all that God has prepared for those who love Him.’” What Is Heaven Like? Revelation Chapter 21 What has been covered in chapters 12-21? The war against the saints & the church. The punishment of the wicked. The destruction of Satan and his servants. The concluding issue - the reward of the righteous & the glory of the faithful. Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 1 – “A new heavens and a new earth” Use of this phrase: God’s own people. Isaiah 65:17-19, 25; (cf. 2:2-4) What God has promised after the 2nd coming and final judgment. 2 Peter 3:10-14; Rev. 21:1-2 Represents a divine changing of the order. Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 2 – The holy city, new Jerusalem “New” – new in kind, superior to that which preceded it. “Coming down out of heaven” – of a divine origin, not built by men. A “lasting city” (Heb. 13:14) Sought for by the patriarchs of old. (Heb. 11:10) Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 3 – The tabernacle of God is with men. “Pitched” by God and not man. Heb. 8:2; 9:11 God shall “dwell among them”. Perfect fellowship w/our heavenly Father. We shall “see His face” (22:4).cf. Gen. 3:8; Ex. 3:6; 1 John 3:2 Revelation Chapter 21 Revelation Chapter 21 Vs. 7 - Defined by the permanent adoption into God’s family. Rom. 8:14-17 Vs. 8 & 27 - Defined by those who are not there: Vs. 10–26 - Defined by the most beautiful elements human language can convey. (vs. 18-21) What Is Heaven Like?Revelation Chapter 22 An allusion to the garden of Eden, in the beginning… before sin. Life without the curse. Gen. 3:14ff. The serpent, the earth, & all mankind. Deut. 28:15ff, all who turn away from God. In Christ, the curse of the law could be taken away. Gal. 3:13. Revelation Chapter 22 Perfect life with God. Lost in Eden - Restored in Heaven. The “river of life” – Gen. 2:10 The “tree of life” – Gen. 2:9; 3:22; Rev. 2:7 Theme of these ch’s– the abundance of life. “Book of life” (21:27 ); “water of life” (22:1); “tree of life” (22:2) The Tree Of Life Immortality given by it. Gen. 2:9; 3:22 Sin prevented man from access to it. Immortality must now be found in a different tree. Acts 10:39; Gal. 3:13; 1 Peter 2:24 Revelation Chapter 22 What Is Heaven Like? A transformed spiritual body. Phil 3:21; 1 John 3:1-3; 1 Cor. 15:42-44 A place of rest (Rev. 14:11, 13; Heb. 4:1-11) – What does that mean? (Josh. 11:23; 21:44-45; 23:1 – cf. Acts 9:31) Freedom from conflict & struggles. Prosperity. Did not mean cessation from all activity. Eternal - timelessness vs. eternal amt. of time. What Is Heaven Like? A home – a place to belong. We talk about “going home.” 2 Cor. 5:6-9 A city – part of a community of faithful believers – the “great cloud of witnesses” (Heb. 12:1-2). A garden – a place to work and serve. What will we do in heaven? We will serve our heavenly Father without distraction. Rev. 22:3 We are to be “rulers over many things” Matt. 25:23 We will rest from our labors Enter In Thou Good & Faithful Servant * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons Heb 6:19-20 This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil, 20 where Jesus has entered as a forerunner for us, having become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons Heb 6:19-20 This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil, 20 where Jesus has entered as a forerunner for us, having become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons How will we see? We must turn to God’s word! * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons Like comparing the weight of an elephant and a large weight – not worthy to be compared. Can we talk about the elephant in the room? Heaven was Paul’s elephant! * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons Like comparing the weight of an elephant and a large weight – not worthy to be compared. Can we talk about the elephant in the room? Heaven was Paul’s elephant! * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons Like comparing the weight of an elephant and a large weight – not worthy to be compared. Before we put our life on the line, can we be sure of what we’re competing for? Before the olympic athlete gives everything he has to train, need to know – certificate completion or gold medal? Can we talk about the elephant in the room? Heaven was Paul’s elephant! Huperbole – from where we get the english word “hyperbole” which refers to an exageration which goes far beyond truth or reality. Paul continually made comparisons and put the events in life on the scales to compare with heaven. Do I? * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons We need the “full assurance of hope”. (Heb. 6:9-11) How is hope acquired? How do we keep from wavering? Rom. 4:20 Do we believe that God is, and that He is a “rewarder”? (Heb. 11:6) * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons How will we see? We must turn to God’s word! * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons Rev 3:18-19 I advise you to buy from Me gold refined by fire, that you may become rich, and white garments, that you may clothe yourself, and that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and eye salve to anoint your eyes, that you may see. * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons A new heavens and a new earth. A new heavenly order. 20:11, earth and heaven had fled away – the passing of the present order. Idea is not new to scripture. Application to heathen nations – Isaiah 34:3 God’s own people – Isaiah 51:4-6, 16; 65:17-19. Verse 25 (Is. 2:2-4) makes it clear that the prophet speaks of the Messianic dispensation and not the same as John here in Rev. 20 – Again, the focus is on the changing of the old order to a new order. In Christ, we are new creatures, a new creation (2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 6:15) 2 Peter chapter 3 also references a new heaven and earth with notable similarities to John’s description pointing to judgment and destruction of the ungodly before the establishment of a new heavens and earth. Again, the changing of the present order to a new order. This change is must be noted includes however the destruction of all of the elements of physical and fleshly existence (2 Peter 3:10-13) First a change from physical Israel to spiritual Israel under the reign of Christ. Second, a change from our temporary fleshly home to a new spiritual home. Also, God’s judgment of the heathen nations. Isaiah 34:1-5. * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons What is not there because sin is not there. Because the flesh is not there. That is truly something “new” – vs. 5. Beyond anything that we can imagin. * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons When compared to Eden, there was work to do for those in the garden. Gen. 2:15 * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons * 9/12/2010 am Chris Simmons "); array_files[12]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/A%20Sinner.ppt","2010-09-13","884K","A%20Sinner.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp129927.ppt Training Topic #79 * * * * Training Topic #79 * * * * * * Training Topic #79 * * * Training Topic #79 * 9/12/2010 pm Richard Lidh * 9/12/2010 pm Richard Lidh * A Sinner Luke 18:9-14 A Sinner We speak frequently about sin Take for granted that people know what we’re talking about What is sin, who is a sinner, and what should we do about it? What Is Sin? In the Old Testament Genesis 4:3-7 – sin coucheth at the door Genesis 18:20-21 – their sin is very grievous Genesis 39:7-9 – sin against God What Is Sin? In the Old Testament Definition: “A verb meaning to miss the mark, to wrong, to sin, to lead into sin... Its central meaning is to miss the mark or fail.” What Is Sin? In the New Testament John 15:22-24 – they had not had sin John 16:7-11 – in respect of sin James 1:13-15 – sin when it is fullgrown What Is Sin? In the New Testament Definition: “Sin, missing the true end and scope of our lives, which is God. An offense in relation to God with emphasis on guilt.” What Is Sin? God’s one-line definition I John 3:4 – “Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.” (KJV) Who Is A Sinner? King David Acts 13:22 – a man after My heart II Samuel 12: 5,7,13 – I have sinned against Jehovah Paul Philippians 3:17 – imitators … of me I Timothy 1:15 – I am chief Romans 7:24-25 – Wretched man Who Is A Sinner? Romans 3:23 – “for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God” What Should I Do About Sin? Recognize it II Timothy 2:15 – study (KJV) I John 1:6-10 – If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves But we must not be angry when we find this in ourselves Genesis 4:1-7 – do thou rule over it What Should I Do About Sin? Admit it Luke 18:13 – God, be thou merciful Luke 15:21 – I have sinned Acts 8:24 – Pray ye for me to the Lord What Should I Do About Sin? Change our lives Acts 8:22 – Repent … of this thy wickedness Acts 3:19 – Repent … turn again Acts 17:30 – All everywhere repent II Corinthians 7:8-10 – godly sorrow worketh repentance unto salvation What Should I Do About Sin? Strive to live purely Romans 6:17-18 – servants of righteousness I Timothy 1:5 – a pure heart and a good conscience Revelation 2:10b – faithful unto death A Sinner Sin is transgression of law Romans 5:12-14 – death reigned from Adam until Moses A Sinner All have sinned Hebrews 4:14-15 – Jesus … without sin I Peter 2:21-25 – Christ … who did no sin A Sinner We must recognize our sins, confess them to God, turn from them, and live pure lives Hear the Word of God Romans 10:8 – “But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach” Believe in that Word Romans 10:11 – “For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be put to shame.” Repent of your sins Acts 3:19 – “Repent ye therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, that so there may come seasons of refreshing from the presence of the Lord” Confess that Jesus is the Son of God I John 4:15 – “Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God abideth in him, and he in God.” Be immersed in water (baptized) Acts 2:38 – “And Peter (said) unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” * 9/12/2010 pm Richard Lidh "); array_files[13]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Have%20Miracles%20Ceased.pdf","2010-09-07","140K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Have Miracles Ceased.pptx ","","","9/5/2010 am Those Who Believe In Miracles Today Some rely on miracles do not seek medical help Some seek medical help still think it is a miracle Some have Faith Healing services (i.e. Oral Roberts) Have Miracles Ceased? Believe in Holy Spirit Baptism for believers today as the apostles had What is a miracle? 1. dunamis NT:1411, power, inherent ability, is used of works of a supernatural origin and character, such as could not be produced by natural agents and means. It is translated miracles in the RV and KJV in Acts 8:13 (where variant readings give the words in different order); 19:11; 12:10,28,29; 3:5; KJV only, in Acts 2:22 (RV, mighty works); Heb 2:4 (RV, powers). In Gal 3:5, the word may be taken in its widest sense, to include miracles both physical and moral. See MIGHT, A, No. 1, POWER, WORK. (from Vines Expository Dictionary of Biblical Words, Copyright (c)1985, Thomas Nelson Publishers) Examples of miracles Jesus Turned water to wine. John 2:1-11 Fed the multitude. John 6:1-14 Opened the eyes of man born blind. John 9 Raised Lazarus from the dead. John 11:39-44 Examples of miracles Peter: Heals lame man. Acts 3:1-10 Cures the sick. Acts 5:15-16 Heals Aeneas. Acts 9:32-34 Raised Dorcas from the dead. Acts 9:40 Caused the death of Ananias and Sapphira. Acts 5:5,10 Examples of miracles Paul: Strikes Elymas blind. Acts 13:11 Heals a cripple. Acts 14:8-10 Raised Eutychus from the dead. Acts 20:9-12 These are not reproducible today! Micky Galloway 1 9/5/2010 am Have miracles ceased? I. The Purpose Is Accomplished Not for the betterment of men (Not all fed / healed) Epaphroditus almost died. Phil. 2:25ff Trophimus left at Miletus sick. 2 Tim. 4:20 I. The Purpose Is Accomplished Timothy had a stomach problem. 1 Tim. 5:23 I. The Purpose Is Accomplished Confirmation of the message / claim Hebrews 2:3-4 (word has been confirmed) Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things that were heard, lest haply we drift away (from them). For if the word spoken through angels proved stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompense of reward; how shall we escape, if we neglect so great a salvation? which having at the first been spoken through the Lord, was confirmed I. The Purpose Is Accomplished Reveal the word John 16:13; 14:26 Word is complete (Jude 3; 2 Pet. 1:3) Prove Gentiles are gospel subjects (Acts 11:18) unto us by them that heard; God also bearing witness with them, both by signs and wonders, and by manifold powers, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit, according to his own will. Have miracles ceased? II. Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased Only Two Cases: Apostles I. The Purpose Is Accomplished II. Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased Acts 1:4-5; 2:1-21 Reveal truth (John 16:13) Show things to come (John 16:13) Teach all things (John 14:26) Bring all things to remembrance (John 14:26) Testify of Christ (John 15:26) House of Cornelius Acts 10:44-48; 11:15-18; 15:7-9 Show that Gentiles are gospel subjects (Acts 11:18) Micky Galloway 2 9/5/2010 am II. Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased II. Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased Only One Baptism Today Ephesians 4:5 Holy Spirit Spirit Acts 1:5 Christ John 1:33 Promise Acts 1:2-8 Reveal John 16:13 Element Administered By Nature Purpose No Promise of Holy Spirit Baptism for anyone today! Water Water Acts 8:38 Men Mt. 28:19 Command Acts 10:48 To Save Mark 16:16 Have miracles ceased? III. Means Of Imparting Gifts Has Ceased I. II. The Purpose Is Accomplished Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased Peter and John laid their hands on the Samaritans. Acts 8:19 Paul laid his hands on the Ephesians. Acts 19:6 III. Means Of Imparting Gifts Has Ceased Have miracles ceased? I. II. The Purpose Is Accomplished Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation Spiritual Gifts 1 Cor. 12 III. Means Of Imparting Gifts Has Ceased IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Word of wisdom Word of knowledge Faith Gifts of healing Working of miracles Prophecy Discerning of spirits Differing kinds of tongues Interpretation of tongues Micky Galloway 3 9/5/2010 am IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation Three Chapters 1 Corinthians 13 Love Is The More Excellent Way I. Without Love - Nothing (vv. 1-3) II. Characteristics Of Love (vv. 4-7) III. Spiritual Gifts Cease, But Love Continues (vv. 8-13) A. Spiritual gifts cease (vv. 8-12) B. Love continues (v. 13) 1 Cor. 12 - Enumeration Of Gifts 1 Cor. 13 - Duration Of Gifts 1 Cor. 14 - Regulation Of Gifts IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation 1 Corinthians 13:8-10 8 Love never faileth: but whether (there be) prophecies, they shall be done away; whether (there be) tongues, they shall cease; whether (there be) knowledge, it shall be done away. 9 For we know in part, and we prophesy in part; 10 but when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part shall be done away. ASV What will happen to spiritual gifts? 1 Cor. 13:8 Fail Cease Vanish Away IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation Two Views of 1 Cor. 13 Miracles Continue Until Miracles Continue Until Perfect 1. Thayer: brought to its end, finished; wanting nothing necessary to completeness; perfect... (p. 618). 2. Vines: signifies having reached its end (telos), finished, complete, perfect (Vol. III, pp. 174-175). 3. Strongs: complete (#5046). 4. Liddell & Scott: Complete, perfect, entire (p. 696). Perfect Perfect Comes Comes Micky Galloway 4 9/5/2010 am IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation The Perfect Must Be Of The Same Nature As That Which Is In Part IV. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation In Part Knowledge (v. 9) Prophecy (v. 9) Perfect Knowledge Prophecy Illustrations Given In The Text Child Mirror Man Face to Face Gods Revelation Gods Revelation Have Miracles Ceased? V. No Evidence of Miracles Today I. II. IV. V. The Purpose Is Accomplished Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased Would Cease With The Complete Revelation No Evidence of Miracles Today III. Means Of Imparting Gifts Has Ceased 1. Speak with tongues. Acts 2:4-11; 10:16 2. Do wonders and signs. Acts 2:43 3. Heal the lame. Acts 3:6-11; 4:14, 16,22 4. Strike one dead. Acts 5:7-10 5. Heal everyone. Acts 5:15-16 6. Raise the dead. Acts 9:36-41 7. Strike one blind. Acts 13:7-11 Can Those Who Claim Miracles Today Do These Things??? Why we believe that miracles have ceased I. II. The Purpose Is Accomplished Holy Spirit Baptism Has Ceased III. Means Of Imparting Gifts Has Ceased IV. V. Would Cease With The Complete Revelation No Evidence of Miracles Today Micky Galloway 5 "); array_files[14]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Apostle%20Peter.pdf","2010-09-07","335K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - The Apostle Peter.pptx ","","","9/5/2010 pm Knew his shortcomings. Luke 5:8 Was impetuous and impulsive. Mark 4:29 Luke 5:1-11 Boastful. Matthew 26:31-35 Self confident. Luke 22:33; John 13:37 Hot tempered. John 18:10 Quick to answer. John 6:67-68; Matthew 16:15-16; Mark 9:5-6; Luke 9:33 Sometimes appeared disrespectful. Matthew 16:22; John 13:8-9; Acts 10:14 Darkest hour of denial. Matthew 26:56-58, 69-75 Sincere repentance. Luke 22:61-62; cf. Mark 14:72 One of the first disciples. Mark 1:16-20; John 1:42 Matthew 16:18 petros - petra 1 Peter 2:4-5 With Jesus in special circumstances. Present at the transfiguration. Matthew 17:1 Present when Jairus daughter was raised. Luke 8:51 Lord sent Peter and John to prepare the Passover. Luke 22:8 Present in the garden of Gethsemane. Matthew 26:37 Peter preached boldly in the beginning of the church. Acts 2,3,4. cf. Matthew 16:18-19 Preached among the Samaritans. Acts 8:14-24 Went to Lydda and healed Aeneas. Acts 9:32-35 Micky Galloway 1 9/5/2010 pm Raised Tabitha in Joppa. Acts 9:36-43 Preached to the household of Cornelius. Acts 10-11. Arrested by Herod, miraculously released. Acts 12:2-3 Gathered with apostles and elders in Jerusalem. Acts 15:6-11; cf. Gal. 2:1114 Peter told to feed my sheep. John 21:15-19 Apostle and elder. 1 Pet. 5:1-2; Acts 20:28-29 Peters death to come swiftly. 2 Pet. 1:12-15; Cf. John 21:18-19 Who better qualified to give the instructions found in 2 Pet. 1:5-11? Micky Galloway 2 "); array_files[15]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Have%20Miracles%20Ceased.ppt","2010-09-07","366K","Have%20Miracles%20Ceased.ppt ","","",""); array_files[16]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Apostle%20Peter.ppt","2010-09-07","1184K","The%20Apostle%20Peter.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp332534.ppt * * * * * * * * * 9/5/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 9/5/2010 pm Micky Galloway * Knew his shortcomings. Luke 5:8 Was impetuous and impulsive. Mark 4:29 Boastful. Matthew 26:31-35 Self confident. Luke 22:33; John 13:37 Hot tempered. John 18:10 Quick to answer. John 6:67-68; Matthew 16:15-16; Mark 9:5-6; Luke 9:33 Sometimes appeared disrespectful.Matthew 16:22; John 13:8-9; Acts 10:14 Darkest hour of denial. Matthew 26:56-58, 69-75 Sincere repentance. Luke 22:61-62; cf. Mark 14:72 One of the first disciples. Mark 1:16-20; John 1:42 Matthew 16:18 – petros - petra 1 Peter 2:4-5 With Jesus in special circumstances. Present at the transfiguration.Matthew 17:1 Present when Jairus’ daughter was raised. Luke 8:51 Lord sent Peter and John to prepare the Passover. Luke 22:8 Present in the garden of Gethsemane. Matthew 26:37 Peter preached boldly in the beginning of the church. Acts 2,3,4. cf. Matthew 16:18-19 Preached among the Samaritans. Acts 8:14-24 Went to Lydda and healed Aeneas. Acts 9:32-35 Raised Tabitha in Joppa. Acts 9:36-43 Preached to the household of Cornelius. Acts 10-11. Arrested by Herod, miraculously released. Acts 12:2-3 Gathered with apostles and elders in Jerusalem. Acts 15:6-11; cf. Gal. 2:11-14 Peter told to “feed my sheep.” John 21:15-19 Apostle and elder. 1 Pet. 5:1-2; Acts 20:28-29 Peter’s death to come swiftly. 2 Pet. 1:12-15; Cf. John 21:18-19 Who better qualified to give the instructions found in 2 Pet. 1:5-11? * 9/5/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 9/5/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[17]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_9-5-10.htm","2010-09-05","8K","Bulletin Article for September 5, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for September 5, 2010 The Giving Of The Law by Micky Galloway Almost immediately after the children of Israel came out of Egyptian bondage, they began to complain. God responded by miraculously giving them water to drink and food to eat. In about three months (Exodus 19:1-2), they came to Mt. Sinai, where God reminded them of the plagues they had seen in Egypt and of His care for the multitude in the wilderness. He said that, though the whole world is His, they could be His special treasured possession if they would obey Him and keep His covenant. God Himself said, ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation (Exodus 19:6). And Moses came and called for the elders of the people, and set before them all these words which Jehovah commanded him. And all the people answered together, and said, All that Jehovah hath spoken we will do (Exodus 19:8-9). The covenant was offered in Exodus 19 and in chapters 20-23 a summary of the Law of God was given. When Moses went into the mount to receive the rest of the Law, the people became restless and told Aaron, Up, make us gods, which shall go before us; for as for this Moses, the man that brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we know not what is become of him (Exodus 32:1). Less than six weeks after they had vowed their obedience to God, they were building a golden calf to worship and were engaged in the revelry of idol worship. God was determined to destroy them, but Moses interceded on behalf of the people. God heard Mosess plea and promised to continue the covenant so long as the people would serve him and offer the designated sacrifices for their sins. To whom was this law given? It is important to note that the law containing the ten commandments was not given to everyone. This Law was given to the children of Israel. Note the text, Exodus 20:1-4 says, And God spake all these words, saying, I am Jehovah thy God, who brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee a graven image Read on from this passage and you will note the ten commandments were given to those whom God brought out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Further read, Deuteronomy 5:1-8, And Moses called unto all Israel, and said unto them, Hear, O Israel, the statutes and the ordinances which I speak in your ears this day, that ye may learn them, and observe to do them. Jehovah our God made a covenant with us in Horeb. Jehovah made not this covenant with our fathers, but with us, even us, who are all of us here alive this day. Jehovah spake with you face to face in the mount out of the midst of the fire, (I stood between Jehovah and you at that time, to show you the word of Jehovah: for ye were afraid because of the fire, and went not up into the mount;) saying, I am Jehovah thy God, who brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee a graven image In this text we learn that this law was made with the house of Israel, not even their fathers, but those whom God brought out of the land of Egypt. If the law of Moses, containing the ten commandments, was not given to everyone, then what is the Christians relationship to the Law? Nine of the ten commandments are repeated in the New Covenant, but we are not commanded to remember the Sabbath day. Exodus 20:3 Thou shalt have no other gods before me Acts 14:15,17; I Thessalonians 1:9 Exodus 20:4-5 Thou shalt not make unto thee a graven image Acts 17; I Thessalonians 1:9; I John 5:21 Exodus 20:7 Thou shalt not take the name of Jehovah thy God in vain; for Jehovah will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain James 5:12 Exodus 20:8 Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy SABBATH IS NOT COMMANDED TODAY. Exodus 20:12 Honor thy father and thy mother, that thy days may be long in the land which Jehovah thy God giveth thee Ephesians 6:1-2 Exodus 20:13 Thou shalt not kill Romans 13:9; Matthew 5:21-24 Exodus 20:14 Thou shalt not commit adultery I Corinthians 6:9-10 Exodus 20:15 Thou shalt not steal Ephesians 4:28 Exodus 20:16 Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor Colossians 3:9 Exodus 20:17 Thou shalt not covet thy neighbors house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbors wife, nor his man-servant, nor his maid-servant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is thy neighbors Colossians 3:5 Every commandment of the Ten Commandments, save one, is restated in substance in the New Testament. We are to follow the Law of Christ, rather than the Law of Moses. Let us notice now, an instance in which the Old Testament plainly declared that there would come a time when it would be done away. This quotation that declares the Law is to be done away is found in Jeremiah 31:31-34, and Paul quotes it in Hebrews 8:7-13, For if that first (covenant) had been faultless, then would no place have been sought for a second. For finding fault with them, he saith, Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, That I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah; Not according to the covenant that I made with their fathers In the day that I took them by the hand to lead them forth out of the land of Egypt; For they continued not in my covenant, And I regarded them not, saith the Lord. For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel After those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, And on their heart also will I write them: And I will be to them a God, And they shall be to me a people: And they shall not teach every man his fellow-citizen, And every man his brother, saying, Know the Lord: For all shall know me, From the least to the greatest of them. For I will be merciful to their iniquities, And their sins will I remember no more. In that he saith, A new (covenant) he hath made the first old. But that which is becoming old and waxeth aged is nigh unto vanishing away. Paul used these statements from Jeremiahs prophecy to show that the Old Covenant was done away. Therefore those who maintain that the Old Testament Law is still binding upon men today deny the teaching of the Old Testament itself. Paul said the first Law was faulty; therefore a second was given. In Ephesians 2:14-16 Paul writes, For he is our peace, who made both one, and brake down the middle wall of partition, having abolished in the flesh the enmity, (even) the law of commandments (contained) in ordinances; that he might create in himself of the two one new man, (so) making peace; and might reconcile them both in one body unto God through the cross, having slain the enmity thereby. In Colossians 2:14-16 he said, having blotted out the bond written in ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us: and he hath taken it out of the way, nailing it to the cross. We learn that the law was done away in Christ. So one who does not believe that the Old Testament Law was temporary, and is therefore abrogated, must reject the teaching of both the Old and New Testaments. "); array_files[18]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Rome%20-%20Saints%20In%20Caesars%20Household.pdf","2010-09-01","317K"," (Microsoft PowerPoint - Rome 226 Saints In Caesar222s Household.pptx) ","","","8/29/2010 am Rome Philippians 4:21-22 Roman Empire Population probably the largest of the first century world. 4,100,000. 1. Not unlike todays big cities, it had temples, shrines, theaters, etc. 2. Also had overcrowded conditions, narrow streets, unsafe neighborhoods, etc. City of wealth, luxury and poverty. (No middle class in Rome) City of atheism and superstition. City of degeneracy and cruelty. 1. Absolute authority was given to the Roman slaveholder. He could beat, maim or even kill his slave. cf. Philemon 2. Walls of temples in Rome often covered with obscenities. 3. Homosexuality common. Romans 1:26-27 4. Divorce prominent. Seneca wrote that women married to be divorced and were divorced to be married; and noble Roman matrons counted the years by their discarded or discarding husbands! cf. Romans 7 5. Child abandonment and infanticide common. Children often raised by slaves. Micky Galloway 1 8/29/2010 am 6. Abortion common in Rome. 7. Entertainment brutal ... Gladiator games. 8. Emperors moral reprobates. a. Nero (54-68 A.D.) Before he was thirty had poisoned his rival, caused his mother and first wife to be assassinated, among other things ... his cruelty knew no bounds. 9. Suicide common. The Greek language. Rome was literally the crossroads of the world. The availability and ease of travel. Romes tolerance of other religions. The influence of Roman philosophers. Power of the gospel. Romans 1:16 Fullness of times. Galatians 4:4 Rome No information regarding the beginning of the church in Rome. 1. Peter did not start the church in Rome. 2. He was in Jerusalem as late as 52 A.D. Acts 15:7 3. In 57 A.D. He is reported to be traveling with his wife. 1 Corinthians 9:5 4. He was not in Rome when Paul wrote the Roman letter. 58 A.D. Roman Empire 7,000 miles of road. No information regarding the beginning of the church in Rome. 5. He was not in Rome when Paul wrote the prison epistles. 61-63 A.D. 6. He was not in Rome when Paul wrote his last epistle. 66-67 A.D. 7. This leaves no time for him to have established the church there. No information regarding the beginning of the church in Rome. Strangers of Rome were present on the Day of Pentecost. Acts 2:10 Perhaps some of Pauls own Gentile converts began the church there as they traveled to Rome. Micky Galloway 2 8/29/2010 am 1. Gospel is for all. Romans 1:16; chapters 1, 2, 3 Even under the most adverse conditions. What unfavorable conditions exist today that did not exist in First Century Rome? The church can exist and be faithful when society surrounds it with the most immoral and worldly conditions. Romans 12 spells it out. 1. Sacrificial life. Verse 1 2. Willful transformation by renewing our minds through the word of God. Verse 2; cf. Colossians 3:10 3. Think soberly about ourselves. Verses 3-8 4. Develop a wholesome appetite for that which is good. Verse 9 5. Love the brethren. Verse 10 6. Be fervent Verse 11 7. Hopeful endurance and prayer. Verse 12 8. Proper attitude and action toward others. Verses 13-20 9. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Verse 21 A. They never thought for a moment that they had to conform with the materialism and worldliness that surrounded them. Romans 6, especially verse 21 B. They never thought they had to settle for a lower standard of morality because of the evil around them. C. The world can be conquered. Romans 8:31-39, 18 D. Made for saints in Caesars household. Philippians 4:22 1. What about your household? Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[19]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Rome%20-%20Saints%20In%20Caesars%20Household.ppt","2010-09-01","1986K","Rome%20-%20Saints%20In%20Caesars%20Household.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp248696.ppt * * 8/29/2010 am Micky Galloway * 8/29/2010 am Micky Galloway * Philippians 4:21-22 Roman Empire Rome Population probably the largest of the first century world. 4,100,000. 1. Not unlike today’s big cities, it had temples, shrines, theaters, etc. 2. Also had overcrowded conditions, narrow streets, unsafe neighborhoods, etc. City of wealth, luxury and poverty. (No middle class in Rome) City of atheism and superstition. City of degeneracy and cruelty. 1.Absolute authority was given to the Roman slaveholder. He could beat, maim or even kill his slave. cf. Philemon 2.Walls of temples in Rome often covered with obscenities. 6. Abortion common in Rome. 7. Entertainment brutal … Gladiator games. 8. Emperors moral reprobates. a.Nero (54-68 A.D.) Before he was thirty had poisoned his rival, caused his mother and first wife to be assassinated, among other things … his cruelty knew no bounds. 9. Suicide common. The Greek language. Rome was literally the crossroads of the world. The availability and ease of travel. Rome’s tolerance of other religions. The influence of Roman philosophers. Power of the gospel. Romans 1:16 “Fullness of times.” Galatians 4:4 Roman Empire 7,000 miles of road. Rome No information regarding the beginning of the church in Rome. 1.Peter did not start the church in Rome. 2.He was in Jerusalem as late as 52 A.D. Acts 15:7 3.In 57 A.D. He is reported to be traveling with his wife. 1 Corinthians 9:5 4.He was not in Rome when Paul wrote the Roman letter. 58 A.D. No information regarding the beginning of the church in Rome. 5.He was not in Rome when Paul wrote the prison epistles. 61-63 A.D. 6.He was not in Rome when Paul wrote his last epistle. 66-67 A.D. 7.This leaves no time for him to have established the church there. No information regarding the beginning of the church in Rome. “Strangers of Rome” were present on the Day of Pentecost. Acts 2:10 Perhaps some of Paul’s own Gentile converts began the church there as they traveled to Rome. Gospel is for all. Romans 1:16; chapters 1, 2, 3 Even under the most adverse conditions. What unfavorable conditions exist today that did not exist in First Century Rome? The church can exist and be faithful when society surrounds it with the most immoral and worldly conditions. Romans 12 spells it out. 1.Sacrificial life. Verse 1 2.Willful transformation by renewing our minds through the word of God. Verse 2; cf. Colossians 3:10 3.Think soberly about ourselves. Verses 3-8 4.Develop a wholesome appetite for that which is good. Verse 9 A.They never thought for a moment that they had to conform with the materialism and worldliness that surrounded them. Romans 6, especially verse 21 B.They never thought they had to settle for a lower standard of morality because of the evil around them. C.The world can be conquered. Romans 8:31-39, 18 D. Made for saints in Caesar’s household. Philippians 4:22 1.What about your household? * 8/29/2010 am Micky Galloway "); array_files[20]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Earthly-Heavenly%20Things.ppt","2010-09-01","2381K","Earthly-Heavenly%20Things.ppt ","","",""); array_files[21]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Earthly-Heavenly%20Things.pdf","2010-09-01","346K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Earthly-Heavenly Things.pptx ","","","8/29/2010 pm Kind: There are known crosses between so-called species, but there are many instances of mating between genera, so the kind may in some cases be as high as the family, but more prevalently genus. i.e. (selective breeding, not particles to humans) Horses, zebras, donkeys, and mules they can interbreed. Dogs, wolves, coyotes and jackals Lions, tigers, cheetahs, jaguars... (Ligers and Tigons ) The Ark measured 300 x 50 x 30 cubits (Genesis 6:15), about 450 x 75 x 45 feet Area = 450 x 75 x 3 levels = 101,250 ft2 (15 ft high) (10 ft high) Contents 1 Flood myths in various cultures 1.1 Ancient Near East 1.1.1 Sumerian 1.1.2 Babylonian (Epic of Gilgamesh) 1.1.3 Jewish 1.1.4 Islamic An average railroad car is about 50 ft x 9 ft = 450 ft2 This is about 225 railroad cars, each of which can hold about 240 sheep Woodmorappe tallied up about 8,000 genera, including extinct genera. Two of every kind = 16,000 1.3 Europe 1.3.1 Greek 1.3.1.1 Ogyges 1.3.1.2 Deucalion 1.3.1.3 Dardanus 1.3.1.4 From The Theogony of Apollodorus animals roughly Woodmorappes research suggests average animal size would fit in a 20 x 20 x 12 in cage 1.2 Asia-Pacific 1.2.1 China 1.2.2 Lao (Indochina) 1.2.3 India 1.2.4 Andaman Islands 1.2.5 Indonesia 1.2.6 Australia 1.2.7 New Zealand 1.2.8 Malaysia 1.3.2 Germanic 1.3.3 Irish 1.3.4 Finnish 1.4 North America 1.4.1 Menominee 1.4.2 Mikmaq 1.4.3 Caddo 1.4.4 Hopi 36,450 animals of this size would fit in the ark If the animal size doubled you could still fit 18,225 Stacked cages Younger animals 40 day journey, not a pleasure cruise Woodmorappe, J., 1997. Noahs Ark: A Feasibility Study. Institute for Creation Research, El Cajon, CA, USA. 1.5 Mesoamerica 1.6 South America 1.6.1 Inca 1.6.2 Mapuche 1.6.3 Muisca 1.7 Polynesian 12 If I told you earthly things and you do not believe, how will you believe if I tell you heavenly things? First law of thermodynamics, about the conservation of energy: The change in the internal energy of a closed thermodynamic system is equal to the sum of the amount of heat energy supplied to or removed from the system and the work done on or is neither created nor destroyed by the system. So, we can say (1) Energy John Gragowski 1 8/29/2010 pm Entropy: The total entropy of any isolated thermodynamic system always increases over time, approaching a maximum value or we can say, In an isolated system, the entropy never decreases. Another way to phrase this: Heat cannot spontaneously flow from a colder location to a hotter area - work is required to achieve this. Entropy: The second law of thermodynamics is often expressed in terms of the amount of order or disorder of a system, in which order is associated with low-probability (unlikely)... and disorder is associated with highprobability (likely), mixed-up arrangements of the elements. Disorder is much more probable than order. The direction of spontaneous change as a result of a random influence is from order toward disorder. high-grade energy is dissipated irreversibly to a lowgrade form in every energy transformation. Book on energy needs of the world, no religious slant. Energy, Science and the pursuit of sustainability By Robert D. Bent, Lloyd Orr, Randall Baker Absolute zero of temperature: As a system asymptotically approaches absolute zero of temperature all processes virtually cease and the entropy of the system asymptotically approaches a minimum value; also stated as: the entropy of all systems and of all states of a system is smallest at absolute zero or equivalently it is impossible to reach the absolute zero of temperature by any finite number of processes. Absolute zero, at which all activity would stop if it were possible to happen, is -273.15 C (degrees Celsius), or -459.67 F (degrees Fahrenheit) or 0 K (kelvins, formerly sometimes degrees absolute). Say that there are 6,000 units of entropy today. 1 unit of entropy on average is generated every year. Where does that put us 6,001 years ago? There was a beginning. 11 Truly, truly, I say to you, we speak of what we know and testify of what we have seen, and you do not accept our testimony. 12 If I told you earthly things and you do not believe, how will you believe if I tell you heavenly things? 13 No one has ascended into heaven, but He who descended from heaven: the Son of Man. John Gragowski 2 "); array_files[22]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_8-29-10.htm","2010-08-29","6K","Bulletin Article for August 29, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for August 29, 2010 Israel Journey In The Wilderness by Micky Galloway Exodus 15:23-24 says, And when they came to Marah, they could not drink of the waters of Marah, for they were bitter: therefore the name of it was called Marah. And the people murmured against Moses, saying, What shall we drink? The word murmur is defined as low, muttered complaints; grumbling (Webster); to be obstinate (Strongs Expanded Greek-Hebrew Dictionary). Again, the text says, And they took their journey from Elim, and all the congregation of the children of Israel came unto the wilderness of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai, on the fifteenth day of the second month after their departing out of the land of Egypt. And the whole congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron in the wilderness: and the children of Israel said unto them, Would that we had died by the hand of Jehovah in the land of Egypt, when we sat by the flesh-pots, when we did eat bread to the full; for ye have brought us forth into this wilderness, to kill this whole assembly with hunger (Exodus 16:1-3). In each instance God provided for his people that they might know that Jehovah is God (Exodus 16:12). Moses told the people that, Jehovah heareth your murmurings which ye murmur against him your murmurings are not against us, but against Jehovah. Later as they journeyed to Rephidim the people murmured again, Wherefore hast thou brought us up out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and our cattle with thirst? (Exodus 17:3). So God provided for the people bread to eat (manna) in the morning, meat (quail) in the evening and water for the people and their cattle to drink. After they were instructed to go into the promised land, a land that flowed with milk and honey (Numbers 14:8), the people still murmured. After the provisions of manna, quail and water, in addition to the miraculous crossing of the Red Sea, the Lord asks, How long will this people despise me? And how long will they not believe in me, for all the signs which I have wrought among them? (Numbers 14:11). God said to them, your dead bodies shall fall in this wilderness; and all that were numbered of you, according to your whole number, from twenty years old and upward, that have murmured against me, surely ye shall not come into the land, concerning which I sware that I would make you dwell therein, save Caleb the son of Jephunneh, and Joshua the son of Nun. But your little ones, that ye said should be a prey, them will I bring in, and they shall know the land which ye have rejected. But as for you, your dead bodies shall fall in this wilderness. And your children shall be wanderers in the wilderness forty years, and shall bear your whoredoms, until your dead bodies be consumed in the wilderness (Numbers 14:29-33). In Numbers 16 again the people murmured against Moses and Aaron. God sent a plague among the people that killed fourteen thousand, seven hundred before the plague could be stayed. Shortly thereafter, the people murmured again and God sent fiery serpents among them and many people died (Numbers 21:4-9). One wonders indeed, How long will this people despise me? And how long will they not believe in me, for all the signs which I have wrought among them? (Numbers 14:11). If God was not pleased with murmuring and complaining then, what makes us think He is now? Jesus said, murmur not among yourselves (John 6:43). Therefore, when we complain and murmur we have violated a direct command of our Lord. Now, where does this leave us? Paul wrote, Neither murmur ye, as some of them also murmured, and perished by the destroyer (I Corinthians 10:10). Do all things without murmurings and questionings: that ye may become blameless and harmless, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom ye are seen as lights in the world (Philippians 2:14-15). James wrote, Murmur not, brethren, one against another, that ye be not judged: behold, the judge standeth before the doors (James 5:9). Jude described some as murmurers, complainers, walking after their lusts; (and their mouth speaketh great swelling words), showing respect of persons for the sake of advantage (Jude 16). A murmurer can do great harm and irreparable damage to a congregation by creating discontent, discouragement and apathy among its members, by sowing discord among the brethren (which God hates, Proverbs 6:19). Murmuring during the wandering of Israel undermined the work of Moses and Aaron. Today it undermines the work of the preacher, teachers, deacons and rule of elders. It often creates a general attitude of dissatisfaction and loss of interest in the work of the church. Murmuring harms Gods people! The murmurer does not truly love God and is not really interested in the welfare of the church. He is a dangerous threat to the cause of Christ. Christians should not lend our ears to be the garbage receptacle to the murmurer. Nor should we endorse his murmurings. Instead, we must exhort the guilty one to take his complaint either to the person or persons directly involved (Matthew 18:15-18). These are the ones who can properly address the matter and work at improving it. Remember, if one will murmur TO you about someone else, he will eventually murmur ABOUT you to someone else! Yes, complaining is dealt with in the word of God and God will, in the end, deal with complainers. "); array_files[23]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Colossae-%20Christ%20In%20You.pdf","2010-08-29","170K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Colossae- Christ In You.pptx ","","","8/22/2010 am Colossians 1:27 A. The all-sufficient Christ is the theme of the first two chapters. B. How our relationship with Christ influences our conduct among men is the theme of the last two chapters. All the errors to which the Colossians were exposed were refuted by the all-sufficient Christ. Dangers in Colossae: First Century A.D. 1. One error threatening the Colossians was the failure to do justice to the person and work of Jesus Christ. (1:13-20) All the errors to which the Colossians were exposed were refuted by the all-sufficient Christ. Dangers in Colossae: First Century A.D. 2. Another danger arose from the influence of Philosophy (2:4-10; cf. verse 3) All the errors to which the Colossians were exposed were refuted by the all-sufficient Christ. Dangers in Colossae: First Century A.D. 3. Yet another danger arose from the influence of those who insisted on the observance of rites and customs of the Jewish religion. (2:13-17, 2023; cf. Acts 15:1; cf. Galatians, Romans, Hebrews) Micky Galloway 1 8/22/2010 am All the errors to which the Colossians were exposed were refuted by the all-sufficient Christ. Dangers in Colossae: First Century A.D. 4. The worship of angels was another danger of the false teaching to which the Colossians were exposed. (2:18-19) This all-sufficient Christ dwells in Christians and influences their action in the various relationships of life. A. Christ dwells in the Christian. (1:27 Christ in you, the hope of glory) (cf. Gal. 2:20) 1. Christ dwells in Jews and Gentiles alike. (cf. Eph. 3:6) The effect of Christs living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. 1. Regarding our moral and ethical conduct, certain things are to be put to death and put off and certain things are to be put on. (3:5-17; cf. Eph., 4:25,28-29) The effect of Christs living and reigning in us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Christ in you will be reflected in home life (3:18-21) A. The womans role is a role of quiet subjection and not a place of prominence or display. 1. 1 Cor. 11:3; 1 Pet. 3:1; reason in 1 Tim. 2:13 and 1 Cor. 11:8-9. 2. Eph. 5:22-24, 33. Respect. 3. NOTE: In both Ephesians and Colossians the command to wives is followed by the expression, Husbands love your wives. cf. 1 Pet. 3:7. The effect of Christs living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Christ in you will be reflected in home life (3:18-21) The effect of Christs living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Christ in you will be reflected in home life (3:1821) C. Children are to obey their parents. Prov. 6:20 My Son, keep thy fathers commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother. Rom. 1:30 One of the many sins Paul listed here is disobedient to parents. Eph. 6:1 Paul sums up the whole matter ...Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. B. The role of the husband is to be the loving leader. Leave and cleave... Gen. 2:24; cf. Eph. 5:25-29 Be not bitter against them. Micky Galloway 2 8/22/2010 am cf. Prov. 13:1 A wise son heareth his fathers instruction, but a scoffer heareth not rebuke. Prov. 15:5 A fool despiseth his fathers correction; but he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence. Prov. 15:10 There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; and he that hateth reproof shall die. 1 Kings 12 illustrates those young people who forsake the counsel of their parents and the counsel of other adults who have more years to learn. DO NOT FORGET TO LEARN TO WORK. Lam. 3:27 It is good for a man that he bears the yoke in his youth. The effect of Christs living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Fathers must also provide training & discipline for his children. Prov. 13:24 He that spareth the rod hateth his son;, but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. Prov. 19:18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying. The effect of Christs living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Christ in you will be reflected in the servant master relationship ... Employee - Employer (3:22-4:1; cf. Eph. 6:5-9) Servants are to be obedient. Masters are to be fair and just. The effect of Christs living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Christ in you will be reflected in social life. (4:56); Acts 2:47; Phil. 2:14-16; Mt. 5:13-16 Conclusion: For Christ to live in us, we must be willing to change. Colossians 3:1-4 If then ye were raised together with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated on the right hand of God. Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are upon the earth. For ye died, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, (who is) our life, shall be manifested, then shall ye also with him be manifested in glory. Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[24]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Importance%20Of%20Faithfulness.pdf","2010-08-29","162K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - The Importance Of Faithfulness.pptx ","","","8/22/2010 pm Many obey the gospel but fewer remain faithful. cf. Mt. 10:22; Rev. 2:10; 2 Tim. 4:8 The context of the lesson explained. 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 The word for which introduces this chapter connects 9:27 with 10:1-13. The example of Israel is given to show the possibility and consequences of unfaithfulness. 1. God had delivered them from Egyptian bondage when he caused them to pass through the sea. cf. Ex. 14:30ff. They had been slaves of cruel taskmasters for a long time. cf. Gal. 3:17 2. God had permitted them to be baptized into Moses. At the Red Sea they were baptized into a spiritual union with him, and thus were constituted his disciples. cf. John 9:28 3. God had given them food and drink in their wilderness wanderings. The supernatural food was manna (Ex. 16), and more than once water was brought forth miraculously (Ex. 17; Num. 20) 1. He has delivered us from the bondage of sin and Satan. Rom. 6:17ff; Col. 1:13 2. He has permitted us to be baptized into Christ. Gal. 3:27; Rom. 6:3ff 3. God has spiritually sustained us by Him who is the bread of life. John 6:48-51, and the water of life. cf. John 4:7ff; 7:37ff) 4. He is leading us by His word as we journey to heaven. Sin of lust. Verse 6 Num. 11:4-35. They tired of manna, desired meat and longed for Egypt. Punished with a great plague. Verse 33 Sin of fornication. Vs. 8 Num. 25:19. Israels adultery with the women of Moab and the idolatry which followed. 24,000 killed by a plague. Vs. 9 Sin of Idolatry. Verse 7 Ex. 32. Under the leadership of Aaron they built the golden calf and worshiped it. 3,000 men were killed. Verse 28 Sin of tempting the Lord. Vs. 9 Num. 21:4-9. Israel tried Gods patience at Mt Hor regarding their food and drink. God sent fiery serpents to bite the people and much people died. Micky Galloway 1 8/22/2010 pm In spite of Gods blessings, Christians often commit the same sins today. Sin of Murmuring. Vs. 10 Num. 14:1-38 40 years of wandering. 1. Lust (evil desire) is worldliness ... apply to dancing, drinking, vulgarity, etc. We remember our life in the world and desire to return. cf. James 4:1-4; 2 Tim. 4:10; Rom. 12:2 See Num. 16:14ff 14,700 died 2. Idolatry is putting other things first. Apply to jobs, recreation, families, etc. cf. Mt. 6:33; 10:34-37; Col. 3:5 In spite of Gods blessings, Christians often commit the same sins today. 3. Fornication and adultery are too often found and tolerated in the church. cf. 1 Cor. 5:4-5, 9; Gal. 5:19 4. Children of God frequently tempt God today by being discontent with His dealings with us. cf. 1 Tim. 6:6-8; Heb. 13:5 5. The sin of murmuring is the expression of discontent. To grumble and complain is as sinful today as it was then ... Count your many blessings. Warning against self-righteousness and self-confidence. 1. We must take heed lest we fall. Israel did not take heed and she fell. 2. The admonition is for self-examination regarding our faithfulness to duty. cf. 2 Cor. 13:5; Heb. 3:12; 4:1 3. Too many are resting on: Baptism, Sunday AM attendance, Gods mercy, satisfaction with the minimum requirements, and think we are bound for the promised land Faithfulness is possible for our temptations are capable of being overcome. common to man KJV cf. Heb. 4:15-16 Faithfulness is possible for our temptations are capable of being overcome. Our temptations are controlled by God. He will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able. a. God does not tempt us to sin, (James 1:13), but he does permit Satan to tempt us. Job 1:12 b. Good can come from temptation, for in resisting it, we come forth strengthened and purified. Job 23:10 But He knoweth the way that I take; When He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold cf. James 1:2-3 Micky Galloway 2 8/22/2010 pm Faithfulness is possible for our temptations are capable of being overcome. Our temptations always have a way of escape, God will provide it in some way, perhaps a reminder of Gods goodness, a scripture, etc. A. Faithfulness is necessary and it is possible. B. Let us not fall as Israel did. C. If Christ should come today, would he find you and me faithful and ready? Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[25]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Colossae-%20Christ%20In%20You.ppt","2010-08-29","578K","Colossae-%20Christ%20In%20You.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp489041.ppt * * 8/22/2010 am Micky Galloway * 8/22/2010 am Micky Galloway * Colossians 1:27 A.The all-sufficient Christ is the theme of the first two chapters. B.How our relationship with Christ influences our conduct among men is the theme of the last two chapters. All the errors to which the Colossians were exposed were refuted by the all-sufficient Christ. Dangers in Colossae: First Century A.D. 1. One error threatening the Colossians was the failure to do justice to the person and work of Jesus Christ. (1:13-20) This all-sufficient Christ dwells in Christians and influences their action in the various relationships of life. A.Christ dwells in the Christian. (1:27 “Christ in you, the hope of glory”) (cf. Gal. 2:20) 1. Christ dwells in Jews and Gentiles alike. (cf. Eph. 3:6) The effect of Christ’s living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. 1.Regarding our moral and ethical conduct, certain things are to be put to death and put off and certain things are to be put on. (3:5-17; cf. Eph., 4:25,28-29) The effect of Christ’s living and reigning in us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. “Christ in you” will be reflected in home life (3:18-21) A.The womans role is a role of quiet subjection and not a place of prominence or display. 1. 1 Cor. 11:3; 1 Pet. 3:1; reason in 1 Tim. 2:13 and 1 Cor. 11:8-9. Eph. 5:22-24, 33. Respect. NOTE: In both Ephesians and Colossians the command to wives is followed by the expression, Husbands love your wives.” cf. 1 Pet. 3:7. The effect of Christ’s living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. “Christ in you” will be reflected in home life (3:18-21) B. The role of the husband is to be the loving leader. “Leave and cleave…” Gen. 2:24; cf. Eph. 5:25-29 “Be not bitter against them.” cf. Prov. 13:1 “A wise son heareth his father’s instruction, but a scoffer heareth not rebuke.” Prov. 15:5 “A fool despiseth his fathers correction; but he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence.” Prov. 15:10 “There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; and he that hateth reproof shall die.” 1 Kings 12 illustrates those young people who forsake the counsel of their parents and the counsel of other adults who have more years to learn. DO NOT FORGET TO LEARN TO WORK. Lam. 3:27 “It is good for a man that he bears the yoke in his youth.” The effect of Christ’s living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. Fathers must also provide training & discipline for his children. Prov. 13:24 “He that spareth the rod hateth his son;, but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.” Prov. 19:18 “Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.” The effect of Christ’s living and reigning is us may be seen in the various relationships of our lives. “Christ in you” will be reflected in social life. (4:5-6); Acts 2:47; Phil. 2:14-16; Mt. 5:13-16 Conclusion: For Christ to live in us, we must be willing to change. Colossians 3:1-4 “If then ye were raised together with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated on the right hand of God. Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are upon the earth. For ye died, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, (who is) our life, shall be manifested, then shall ye also with him be manifested in glory.” * 8/22/2010 am Micky Galloway "); array_files[26]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Importance%20Of%20Faithfulness.ppt","2010-08-29","1784K","The%20Importance%20Of%20Faithfulness.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp67494.ppt * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 8/22/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/22/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Many obey the gospel but fewer remain faithful. cf. Mt. 10:22; Rev. 2:10; 2 Tim. 4:8 The context of the lesson explained. The word “for” which introduces this chapter connects 9:27 with 10:1-13. The example of Israel is given to show the possibility and consequences of unfaithfulness. 1. God had delivered them from Egyptian bondage when he caused them to pass through the sea. cf. Ex. 14:30ff. They had been slaves of cruel taskmasters for a long time. cf. Gal. 3:17 2. God had permitted them to be baptized into Moses. At the Red Sea they were baptized into a spiritual union with him, and thus were constituted his disciples. cf. John 9:28 3. God had given them food and drink in their wilderness wanderings. The supernatural food was manna (Ex. 16), and more than once water was brought forth miraculously (Ex. 17; Num. 20) 1. He has delivered us from the bondage of sin and Satan. Rom. 6:17ff; Col. 1:13 2. He has permitted us to be baptized into Christ. Gal. 3:27; Rom. 6:3ff 3. God has spiritually sustained us by Him who is the bread of life. John 6:48-51, and the water of life. cf. John 4:7ff; 7:37ff) 4. He is leading us by His word as we journey to heaven. Sin of lust. Verse 6 – Num. 11:4-35. They tired of manna, desired meat and longed for Egypt. Punished with a great plague. Verse 33 Sin of Idolatry. Verse 7 – Ex. 32. Under the leadership of Aaron they built the golden calf and worshiped it. 3,000 men were killed. Verse 28 Sin of fornication. Vs. 8 – Num. 25:1-9. Israel’s adultery with the women of Moab and the idolatry which followed. 24,000 killed by a plague. Vs. 9 Sin of tempting the Lord. Vs. 9 – Num. 21:4-9. Israel tried God’s patience at Mt Hor regarding their food and drink. God sent fiery serpents to bite the people and much people died. Sin of Murmuring. Vs. 10 – Num. 14:1-38 40 years of wandering. See Num. 16:14ff 14,700 died In spite of God’s blessings, Christians often commit the same sins today. 1. Lust (evil desire) is worldliness … apply to dancing, drinking, vulgarity, etc. We remember our life in the world and desire to return. cf. James 4:1-4; 2 Tim. 4:10; Rom. 12:2 2. Idolatry is putting other things first. Apply to jobs, recreation, families, etc. cf. Mt. 6:33; 10:34-37; Col. 3:5 In spite of God’s blessings, Christians often commit the same sins today. 3. Fornication and adultery are too often found and tolerated in the church. cf. 1 Cor. 5:4-5, 9; Gal. 5:19 4. Children of God frequently tempt God today by being discontent with His dealings with us. cf. 1 Tim. 6:6-8; Heb. 13:5 5. The sin of murmuring is the expression of discontent. To grumble and complain is as sinful today as it was then … “Count your many blessings.” Warning against self-righteousness and self-confidence. 1.We must “take heed” lest we fall. Israel did not take heed and she fell. 2. The admonition is for self-examination regarding our faithfulness to duty. cf. 2 Cor. 13:5; Heb. 3:12; 4:1 3.Too many are resting on: Baptism, Sunday AM attendance, God’s mercy, satisfaction with the minimum requirements, and think we are bound for the promised land Faithfulness is possible for our temptations are capable of being overcome. Our temptations are controlled by God. “He will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able.” a. God does not tempt us to sin, (James 1:13), but he does permit Satan to tempt us. Job 1:12 b. Good can come from temptation, for in resisting it, we come forth strengthened and purified. Job 23:10 “But He knoweth the way that I take; When He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold” cf. James 1:2-3 Faithfulness is possible for our temptations are capable of being overcome. Our temptations always have a way of escape, God will provide it in some way, perhaps a reminder of God’s goodness, a scripture, etc. A. Faithfulness is necessary and it is possible. B. Let us not fall as Israel did. C. If Christ should come today, would he find you and me faithful and ready? * 8/22/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[27]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_8-22-10.htm","2010-08-22","10K","Bulletin Article for August 22, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for August 22, 2010 The Passover by Chris Simmons An interesting discussion took place between Moses and Pharaoh after the ninth plague (darkness over all the land, Exodus 10:21ff) when Pharaoh once again changed his mind and refused to let the Israelites go. In Exodus 10:28-29 we read, Then Pharaoh said to him, Get away from me! Beware, do not see my face again, for in the day you see my face you shall die! And Moses said, You are right; I shall never see your face again! By faith, Moses knew that the final plague was coming and that Gods promise of their deliverance was at hand. Moses knew he would never see Pharaoh again. God promised in Exodus 11:1, Now the Lord said to Moses, One more plague I will bring on Pharaoh and on Egypt; after that he will let you go from here. When he lets you go, he will surely drive you out from here completely. Judgment was coming and God warned His people, For I will go through the land of Egypt on that night, and will strike down all the first-born in the land of Egypt, both man and beast; and against all the gods of Egypt I will execute judgments I am the Lord (Exodus 12:12). As with all the other plagues, God planned to make a distinction between the Egyptians and the Israelites with this plague as well but it required action on their part. They were instructed to kill an unblemished, one year old male from their flocks, (either a sheep or a goat) (Exodus 12:3-5) and then take some of the blood and put it on the two doorposts and on the lintel of the houses in which they eat it (Exodus 12:7). God explained the purpose for the need to put the blood on the doorposts, And the blood shall be a sign for you on the houses where you live; and when I see the blood I will pass over you, and no plague will befall you to destroy you when I strike the land of Egypt (Exodus 12:13). Moses, like Noah, learned that judgment (unlike had ever been seen or would ever be seen again, Exodus 11:6) was coming and there was but one way of escape. With haste, Moses spread the news of the means of their divine deliverance and salvation to all the elders of Israel (Exodus 12:21-22) that was to take place that very night. There was no time to delay in spreading the words they needed to hear and there was no time to put off obeying what they were told to do. We need to learn that there is urgency in the need to man to hear of Gods salvation and act upon that message in obedience. Saul of Tarsus was simply asked, why do you delay? (Acts 22:16). From the Israelites perspective, what would be the point in delaying to act upon what Moses had told them? There were no other visible and notable signs of the coming judgment other than their faith in what God had revealed to them. No looming storm clouds, no ominous sound of a trumpet, no approaching armies. Just Gods word that death would come to everyones house that did not have the blood of the Passover lamb on the doorposts and the lintel. They had heard the word of God, would they then respond in obedience? The scriptures clearly indicate that if they did not have the blood on their doorposts and if they did not remain in their houses (Exodus 12:22), they would suffer the same fate as the Egyptians. It is undeniable that God extended His grace to the Israelites on this fateful day. But it is equally undeniable that the Israelites had to do something to access Gods grace. When Naaman (II Kings 5:1-14) was miraculously healed of his leprosy, was he healed by the grace of God? Absolutely! But was there something that Naaman had to do to obtain that grace? Most assuredly there was as his servants had to convince him that he should submit to Elishas directions to go and dip in the Jordan River seven times. Naamans faith, repentance and obedience are what stood between him and Gods gracious healing of him. The same could be said of the young man who was born blind in John chapter 9 and its true of any person and their sins today. Those who advocate salvation by faith only cant (and wont) answer the question as to whether the Israelites, Naaman and the blind man of John chapter 9 had to do anything to become recipients of the grace of God, because to answer is to acknowledge the same is true for us today. It is by faith that Moses and the rest of the Israelites fulfilled Gods requirements that notable evening. We read in Hebrews 11:28, By faith he (Moses) kept the Passover and the sprinkling of the blood, so that he who destroyed the first-born might not touch them. Exodus 12:28 says then the sons of Israel went and did so; just as the Lord had commanded Moses and Aaron, so they did. They had the faith to do what God had commanded. Will we have such faith (Romans 10:17)? This is perhaps the most significant event in the Israelites journey to become the great nation spoken of in the promises to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3), and it is recorded that the Israelites were to consider this month as the beginning of their year from now on (Genesis 12:2). I think its significant that God basically marked this moment as the beginning of time for their beginning as a nation of Gods people. Also, they were to perpetually remember this day in that the same day that God gave the commands for the blood on the doorpost, He also gave commands for the events of that evening to be commemorated in a yearly memorial. Exodus 12:14, Now this day will be a memorial to you, and you shall celebrate it as a feast to the Lord; throughout your generations you are to celebrate it as a permanent ordinance. This memorial was to be a teaching opportunity for each successive generation of the Israelites, especially after they entered the promised land, so that every generation would be reminded of the deliverance God had provided for them after their 430 years in Egypt (Exodus 12:40). We read in Exodus 12:26-27, And it will come about when your children will say to you, What does this rite mean to you? that you shall say, It is a Passover sacrifice to the Lord who passed over the houses of the sons of Israel in Egypt when He smote the Egyptians, but spared our homes (cf. Exodus 13:14-15). What an opportunity for each generation to be taught of the love and salvation of God! How is it then that after they inherited the promised land that is said there arose another generation after them who did not know the Lord, nor yet the work which He had done for Israel (Judges 2:10)? That wouldnt have happened if they had properly observed the Passover memorial each and every year as God had commanded. In the New Testament, it is said in I Corinthians 5:7 that Christ our Passover also has been sacrificed. In an article by Joe Price on this subject, he noted, As the Lord saw the blood of the Passover lamb and passed over that house, even so the blood of the Lamb of God is the sinners means of deliverance from Gods judgment against his sin (John 1:29; Romans 3:23-26; Ephesians 1:7). Jesus spoke of the fulfillment of the Passover feast while He partook of it one last time with His chosen apostles (Luke 22:16). The Passover is part of the Old Law that Jesus not only fulfilled (accomplished) (Matthew 5:17-18), but He took it out of the way by nailing it to the cross (Colossians 2:14). Joe Price went on to note in his article that, Israel after the flesh ate the annual Passover feast, the blood of which recalled Gods powerful deliverance. Jesus promised to fulfill the Passover in the kingdom, and, by His blood-stained cross, He has done so (Luke 22:16; Ephesians 1:7). Jesus now partakes of the fruit of the vine (i.e., the Lords Supper) in the Israel of God, the church (Luke 22:18; Galatians 6:16). The shadow of Israels Passover lamb has been fulfilled in Christ (Luke 22:16). The sacrifice of our Passover Lamb, Jesus, delivers us from sin. Accordingly, we remember His death each week in the Lords Supper, a communion of the blood and body of Christ (Luke 22:18; I Corinthians 10:16). We need to be clear that the Lords Supper is not a new name for an old memorial and it is improper and unscriptural to refer to it as the New Testament Passover as some have wanted to do. Just because Jesus is referred to as our Passover does not make it the same as the Old Testament memorial that we have studied. Rather, Jesus our Passover is to remind us of our sins that have been forgiven (passed over) through the blood that He shed on the cross as a lamb unblemished and spotless (I Peter 1:19). As we scripturally observe the Lords Supper each first day of the week (Acts 20:7; I Corinthians 11:23ff), we are to call to mind His sacrifice and our salvation and deliverance from the bonds of sin just as the Israelites were to recall their deliverance and salvation in the observance of the Passover while the Old Covenant was still in effect. May we ever thank God for His forgiveness through Jesus Christ and seek to submit to Him and obey Him in all that we do. "); array_files[28]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Ephesus-%20I%20Shrank%20Not.pdf","2010-08-16","471K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Ephesus - I Shrank Not.pptx ","","","8/15/2010 am Influential commercially. 1. Lay in the Roman Province of Asia near the sea coast and the mouth of the Cayster River. 2. Most accessible city in the Province. It had an artificial harbor that accommodated the largest ships. And was connected by highways with the chief cities of the province. 3. Commerce and manufacturing flourished. Acts 20:20 Acts 15-18 Acts 18-21 Influential Religiously. 1. Known throughout the world for the worship of Diana and the practice of magic. 2. A great temple was erected in honor of Diana. 3. The rituals of the temple included sacrifices and sensual indulgences including prostitution. cf. Eph. 4:17-19 Diana Diana in Roman religion was the goddess of wild animals and the hunt. She is almost indistinguishable from the Greek goddess Artemis. An important center for her worship was located at Ephesus. The Temple of Artemis (Diana) in Ephesus was one of the Seven Wonders of the World. (from Bible Photos of the Holy Land) Micky Galloway 1 8/15/2010 am Ephesus provided an annual festival to the honor of Diana. a. There was much activity, entertainment and excitement. There were many games and athletic contests. Magicians, sorcerers and exorcists were abundant. Shrines of Diana were purchased by the thousands as souvenirs. cf. Acts 19:29-30 Servant of the Lord. Vs. 19; cf. Eph. 3:7; Phil. 1:1; Rom. 1:1; cf. 1 Cor. 9:19 The service concept is essential in soulwinning. 1. Jesus set the example in serving others. Mt. 20:28; Phil. 2:7 2. Christians are called to serve others. Mt. 20:26ff; Eph. 2:10 3. Our greatest service is in saving the lost. RESCUE THE PERISHING. Humble Service. Vs. 19 With all lowliness of mind. cf. Eph. 4:1ff; Phil. 3:5-8; Gal. 6:14 Tearful Service. Vs. 19 And with tears. cf. Acts 20:31; 2 Cor. 2:4; cf. Eph. 4:30; Mt. 8:12 Ignorance. Acts 19:2 Blasphemy. Acts 19:9 Idolatry. Acts 19:28 Trying service. Vs. 19 And with trials. cf. 2 Cor. 11:23-28; Acts 20:34; Eph. 6:10; 2 Tim. 4:5 Rewarding service. Acts 19:10 All ... Asia heard the word.; III John 4 This was Pauls reward. cf. 1 Thess. 2:19ff; This was Pauls life. Phil. 1:21ff He went to the lost. Acts 19:1ff; cf. John 4:35; Mt. 9:37-38 Visited Ephesus on his second journey. Met the Ephesian elders on his third journey. Acts 20:17-18 He taught fearlessly I shrank not from declaring unto you... vs. 20... I shrank not from declaring unto you the whole counsel of God. vs. 27 Pure from the blood of all men vs. 26 Ezek. 3:16-21 Micky Galloway 2 8/15/2010 am He taught publicly and from house to house. vs. 20; Public teaching. 1 Cor. 9:16; 2 Tim. 4:2 Private teaching. cf. Acts 18:26 Aquila and Priscilla He taught all. Testifying both to Jews and to Greeks. vs. 21 Apostle to the Gentiles. Acts 27:17; Gal. 2:7 Preached to Jews. Acts 14:1 Admonished everyone. Acts 20:31 All lost. Rom. 1-3 Gospel for all. Rom. 1:16 He taught persistently. Stayed in Ephesus three years. vs. 31 Been with them all the time. vs. 18 Admonished night and day. vs. 31 Romans 9:1-3 I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience bearing witness with me in the Holy Spirit, that I have great sorrow and unceasing pain in my heart. For I could wish that I myself were anathema from Christ for my brethrens sake, my kinsmen according to the flesh Romans 10:1-3 Brethren, my hearts desire and my supplication to God is for them, that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. For being ignorant of Gods righteousness, and seeking to establish their own, they did not subject themselves to the righteousness of God. Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[29]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Gods%20Rights%20(2).pdf","2010-08-16","94K","Gods%20Rights%20(2).pdf ","","","8/15/2010 pm Gods Rights Jeremiah 18:1-12 Law is good if it is used lawfully. 1 Tim. 1:8; cf. 2 Tim. 2:5 If also a man contend in the games, he is not crowned, except he have contended lawfully. Pilate would not have rights (authority) except given of God. John 19:10-11 All Gods ways are righteous. (right) Ps. 119:172; cf. Deut. 32:4 All his ways are justice....Just and right is He. The Authority of God God raises the nations and destroys them. (Jer. 18:1ff; cf. Daniel ) God the potter Man the clay. (Rom. 9:2021) God made heaven & earth. (Gen. 1:1; Acts 4:24) All things created for Him and unto Him. (Col. 1:16) Worthy of honor. (Rev. 4:9-11) Therefore, God has the right to: Make divine laws and require man to obey. (Gen. 2:15-17; 18-24; Mt. 7:21; Heb. 5:8; Isa. 55:8-9) Condemn every religious teaching of man. (2 John 9; Gal. 1:6-9; Mt. 15:9,13; Rom. 16:17) Specify the worship he will accept. (John 4:24; 1 Cor. 4:6; cf. Gen. 4; Lev. 10) Gods Rights... Remit sins or retain sins. Mt. 26:26-29; Mt. 16:19; Mt. 18:18; John 20:23; Acts 2:38) Record name in the book of life or blot it out. (Luke 10:20; Phil. 4:3; cf. Ex. 32:31-33; Rev. 3:5; 21:27; 20:15. Bless the obedient and punish the disobedient. (Mt. 13:41-43; 25:31-41; Rev. 21:8) Man is sufficiently warned. (John 12:48; 2 Cor. 5:10; 2 Thess. 1:8-9) Conclusion: God has the right to: Make divine laws and require man to obey Condemn every religious teaching of man. Specify the worship he will accept. Remit sins or retain sins. Record name in the book of life and to blot it out. Bless the obedient and punish the disobedient. Micky Galloway 1 8/15/2010 pm Conclusion: God has given the right to become a child of God to those who receive Him. John 1:12 But as many as received him, to them gave he the right to become children of God, even to them that believe on his name Micky Galloway 2 "); array_files[30]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Ephesus-%20I%20Shrank%20Not.ppt","2010-08-16","2575K","Ephesus-%20I%20Shrank%20Not.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp363766.ppt * * 8/15/2010 am Micky Galloway * 8/15/2010 am Micky Galloway * Acts 20:20 Influential commercially. 1.Lay in the Roman Province of Asia near the sea coast and the mouth of the Cayster River. 2.Most accessible city in the Province. It had an artificial harbor that accommodated the largest ships. And was connected by highways with the chief cities of the province. 3.Commerce and manufacturing flourished. Acts 15-18 Starts Here Acts 18-21 Starts Here Influential Religiously. 1.Known throughout the world for the worship of Diana and the practice of magic. 2. A great temple was erected in honor of Diana. 3. The rituals of the temple included sacrifices and sensual indulgences including prostitution. cf. Eph. 4:17-19 Diana Diana in Roman religion was the goddess of wild animals and the hunt. She is almost indistinguishable from the Greek goddess Artemis. An important center for her worship was located at Ephesus. The Temple of Artemis (Diana) in Ephesus was one of the Seven Wonders of the World.(from Bible Photos of the Holy Land) Ephesus provided an annual festival to the honor of Diana. a.There was much activity, entertainment and excitement. There were many games and athletic contests. Magicians, sorcerers and exorcists were abundant. Shrines of Diana were purchased by the thousands as souvenirs. cf. Acts 19:29-30 Servant of the Lord. Vs. 19; cf. Eph. 3:7; Phil. 1:1; Rom. 1:1; cf. 1 Cor. 9:19 The service concept is essential in soul-winning. 1. Jesus set the example in serving others. Mt. 20:28; Phil. 2:7 2. Christians are called to serve others. Mt. 20:26ff; Eph. 2:10 3. Our greatest service is in saving the lost. “RESCUE THE PERISHING.” Humble Service. Vs. 19 “With all lowliness of mind.” cf. Eph. 4:1ff; Phil. 3:5-8; Gal. 6:14 Tearful Service. Vs. 19 “And with tears.” cf. Acts 20:31; 2 Cor. 2:4; cf. Eph. 4:30; Mt. 8:12 Ignorance. Acts 19:2 Blasphemy. Acts 19:9 Idolatry. Acts 19:28 He taught fearlessly “I shrank not from declaring unto you…” vs. 20… “I shrank not from declaring unto you the whole counsel of God.” vs. 27 “Pure from the blood of all men” vs. 26 Ezek. 3:16-21 He taught “publicly and from house to house.” vs. 20; Public teaching. 1 Cor. 9:16; 2 Tim. 4:2 Private teaching. cf. Acts 18:26 Aquila and Priscilla He taught persistently. Stayed in Ephesus three years. vs. 31 Been with them “all the time.” vs. 18 Admonished “night and day.” vs. 31 Romans 9:1-3 “I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience bearing witness with me in the Holy Spirit, that I have great sorrow and unceasing pain in my heart. For I could wish that I myself were anathema from Christ for my brethrens sake, my kinsmen according to the flesh” Romans 10:1-3 “Brethren, my hearts desire and my supplication to God is for them, that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. For being ignorant of Gods righteousness, and seeking to establish their own, they did not subject themselves to the righteousness of God.” * 8/15/2010 am Micky Galloway "); array_files[31]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Gods%20Rights%20(2).ppt","2010-08-16","268K","Gods%20Rights%20(2).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp481658.ppt * * 8/15/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/15/2010 pm Micky Galloway * God’s Rights Jeremiah 18:1-12 Law is good if it is used lawfully. 1 Tim. 1:8; cf. 2 Tim. 2:5 “If also a man contend in the games, he is not crowned, except he have contended lawfully.” Pilate would not have rights (authority) except given of God. John 19:10-11 All God’s ways are righteous. (right) Ps. 119:172; cf. Deut. 32:4 “All his ways are justice….Just and right is He.” The Authority of God God raises the nations and destroys them. (Jer. 18:1ff; cf. Daniel ) God the potter – Man the clay. (Rom. 9:20-21) God made heaven & earth. (Gen. 1:1; Acts 4:24) All things created for Him and unto Him. (Col. 1:16) Worthy of honor. (Rev. 4:9-11) Therefore, God has the right to: Make divine laws and require man to obey. (Gen. 2:15-17; 18-24; Mt. 7:21; Heb. 5:8; Isa. 55:8-9) Condemn every religious teaching of man. (2 John 9; Gal. 1:6-9; Mt. 15:9,13; Rom. 16:17) Specify the worship he will accept. (John 4:24; 1 Cor. 4:6; cf. Gen. 4; Lev. 10) God’s Rights… Remit sins or retain sins. Mt. 26:26-29; Mt. 16:19; Mt. 18:18; John 20:23; Acts 2:38) Record name in the book of life or blot it out. (Luke 10:20; Phil. 4:3; cf. Ex. 32:31-33; Rev. 3:5; 21:27; 20:15. Bless the obedient and punish the disobedient. (Mt. 13:41-43; 25:31-41; Rev. 21:8) Man is sufficiently warned. (John 12:48; 2 Cor. 5:10; 2 Thess. 1:8-9) Conclusion: Conclusion: God has given the right to become a child of God to those who receive Him. John 1:12 “ But as many as received him, to them gave he the right to become children of God, even to them that believe on his name” * 8/15/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[32]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_8-15-10.htm","2010-08-14","5K","Bulletin Article for August 15, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for August 15, 2010 Moses And The Plagues by Chris Simmons Moses and Aaron fulfilled the Lords charge to go to Pharaoh and demand that he let His people go to worship and serve Him. Pharaoh not only rejected their request but increased the Israelites labor and made their tasks more difficult (Exodus 5:1-9). God, who knew Pharaohs heart, knew that Pharaoh would only let them go under compulsion (Exodus 6:1) and began a series of ten plagues that would accomplish several purposes of His. First of all, the plagues accomplished the objective of hardening Pharaohs heart. There is much concern given to the fact that the scriptures refer to the fact that God would harden Pharaohs heart (4:21; 7:3; 9:12; 10:1, 20, 27; 14:4, 8). Does this mean that God took away Pharaohs free will? Does it mean that God forced Pharaoh to rebel against His will? Calvinistic doctrine advocates that God has the right and in fact does exercise the right to choose who will be righteous and who will be evil. If such were true, then it would be a lie to say that God is not one to show partiality (Acts 10:34) or that there is no partiality with God (Romans 2:11; cf. Colossians 3:25; I Peter 1:17; Deuteronomy 10:17-18; II Chronicles 19:7). So if God did not take away Pharaohs free will, then what does it mean that God hardened his heart? The answer lies in the fact that the scriptures mention two other sources for the hardening of Pharaohs heart. One is Pharaoh himself. We read in Exodus 8:32, But Pharaoh hardened his heart this time also, and he did not let the people go. The words this time also indicate that each time Pharaohs heart was hardened, it was because Pharaoh did the hardening. Pharaoh suffered from an acute case of pride and arrogance and he continually refused to humble himself in Gods eyes in spite of the overwhelming evidence (Exodus 10:3). His stubbornness (Exodus 13:15) is what caused the plagues to continue and not his lack of free will. The other source of hardening mentioned in the scriptures was the plagues themselves. On at least six different occasions it is simply recorded that Pharaohs heart was hardened (7:13, 14, 22; 8:19; 9:7, 35) in response to each succeeding event that transpired at Gods command. In providing for each of the plagues, God in fact was providing for the circumstances and the opportunity for Pharaohs pride and stubbornness to continue to grow and cause his heart to become harder and harder. In that sense, it can be said that God, Pharaoh, and the plagues themselves all hardened Pharaohs heart. Second of all, the plagues are to be viewed as a demonstration of Gods divine power. We read in Exodus 9:14-16 of Gods own explanation for the plagues that were to come, For this time I will send all My plagues on you and your servants and your people, so that you may know that there is no one like Me in all the earth. For if by now I had put forth My hand and struck you and your people with pestilence, you would then have been cut off from the earth. But, indeed, for this cause I have allowed you to remain, in order to show you My power, and in order to proclaim My name through all the earth. Gods judgment upon man is an opportunity for us to be impressed and awed by Gods infinite power. We read in Jeremiah 16:21 in reference to Gods judgment upon His own nation, Therefore behold, I am going to make them know This time I will make them know My power and My might; and they shall know that My name is the Lord. It is noted that Pharaohs magicians were able through their deception to simulate some of the early plagues (7:11, 22; 8:7), but it quickly came to the point that their trickery could no longer accomplish what Gods power could and the magicians noted to Pharaoh, This is the finger of God (8:19). Just as Simon knew the difference between a magic trick and divine power, so also Pharaohs magicians knew that what they were experiencing was beyond human ability. Third, the plagues were to make Gods people known and revered among all the nations. The nations indeed heard of Gods fame through the plagues and deliverance He brought about (Numbers 14:15). Even without newspapers, radio, television or e-mail, the reports of all that He did in Egypt had made their way to all the nations inhabiting the promised land (Joshua 9:9). It didnt take long, as it is recorded just after the Israelites crossed the Red Sea, that the peoples have heard and trembled (Exodus 15:14) over what God had done. The inhabitants of Jericho had heard God miraculously delivered the Israelites through the Red Sea (Joshua 2:10). May we fear and respect our heavenly Father for the mighty hand (Deuteronomy 5:15) He demonstrated in making for Himself a people for His own possession. "); array_files[33]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Athens%20-%20Times%20Of%20Ignorance%20(Part%202).pdf","2010-08-10","61K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Athens - Times Of Ignorance (Part 2).pptx ","","","8/8/2010 am God Commands Athens: Times Of Ignorance Part 2 Acts 17:16-31 Repentance Acts 17:30-31 God Commands Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Repentance Acts 17:30-31 All men everywhere... Rom 3:23 for all have sinned... Rom 4:15 ...where there is no law, neither is there transgression. What MUST we DO...? Therefore, all are under law! How do you show repentance? Steal a mans watch... you give it back! Steal a mans car... you give it back! Steal a mans wife... you keep her??? (cf. Mark 6:17-18) Offended party may concede a watch or a car (Acts 5:4), but cant give his wife the right to marry another. (Mt. 5:32; 19:9) Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 DESIRE TO REPENT Luke 3:10 Effect of gospel on the heart Acts 2: 37- 38 Godly sorrow for ones sin 2 Cor. 7:10; cf. Mt. 26:69-27:5 cf. Simon - Acts 8:20-23, 24 Micky Galloway 1 8/8/2010 am Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Negative - Some things must be stopped Luke 3:10-14 Repudiation of sin Ephesian idolaters Acts 19:18-19 Positive Something to be done. Luke 3:10-11 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS MUST BE DONE Luke 3:11-14 Restitution of wrong (as able) Zacchaeus Luke 19:8-9 (Lev. 6:1-7) In vain may anyone tell me that he repents... Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS MUST BE DONE Luke 3:11-14 Reformation of conduct Regret (sorrow) causes change cf. Ps. 51:17 Mt. 21:28-32; Luke 15:18; 1 Cor. 6:9-11 Rebuked for not learning this Mt. 21:31-32 stealing my horse while he continues to ride him without my consent... (Brents, page 191) Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 EMOTIONAL Ezra 10:44 COSTLY Luke 14:25-33 Giving up sin Eph. 4:17-24 The cost can be very great Acts Does not change the nature or the demands of repentance Liar Eph. 4:25 Thief Eph. 4:28 Adulterer 1 Cor. 6:9-11 19:19 Micky Galloway 2 8/8/2010 am Does Not Remove Temporal Consequences Convicted murderer does not escape death penalty. Acts 25:11 Convicted thief does not escape due reward. Luke 23:40-43 Convicted prodigal does not regain wasted money. Luke 15:13 Convicted adulterer not free to marry another or continue adultery. Mt. 19:9 What Produces Repentance? Bible preaching. cf. Jonah 3:1-2 Preach the preaching that I bid thee. cf. Luke 11:32 The goodness of God. Romans 2:4 The Judgment to come. Acts 17:30-31; John 12:48; Hebrews 10:31 Godly sorrow. 2 Corinthians 7:10 Fruits of Repentance- Fruits of Repentance- For behold... 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Earnest care Haste (with care) to correct sin Clearing Diligent change answered critics. Matthew 5:16 For behold... 2 Corinthians 7:11 Indignation Displeasure over previous sin. cf. 1 Tim. 1:12 Fear Dread of not pleasing God. 2 Cor. 5:11; Of the apostle Paul. 1 Cor. 4:18ff; Of further contamination. 1 Cor. 5:6 Longing Earnest desire to do & be right ... to maintain fellowship with what is right. cf. Luke 15 Fruits of Repentance- For behold... 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Zeal Fervent spirit, not apathetic neglect. cf. Zeal without knowledge. Rom. 10:1-2 Avenging Sin no longer tolerated. 1 Cor. 5; cf. 2 Cor. 2:6 Approved yourselves to be pure Pure in the matter Efforts to Avoid Repentance Deny the existence of sin. Deny personal guilt. 1 Sam. 15:13,15 Transfer responsibility for sin. Ezek. 18:20 Calvinism, society, drugs, genes, bad home environment, etc. cf. Rom. 12:1-2 Cover up sin. 1 Sam. 11 Harm those who expose sin. Mt. 14; Mk. 6; cf. Gal. 4:16 Micky Galloway 3 8/8/2010 am Gods Command To Those In Athens Gods Command To You Repent & escape the wrath to come! (Luke 3:7-8) Repent & escape the wrath to come! (Luke 3:7-8) Micky Galloway 4 "); array_files[34]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Hour%20Is%20Coming.pdf","2010-08-10","119K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - The Hour Is Coming.pptx ","","","8/8/2010 pm The Hour Is Coming A Time Appointed Significance of TIME Galatians 4:4-5 but when the fulness of the time came, God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, that he might redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. John 5:28-29 2 Significance of TIME Mark 1:14-15 Now after John was delivered up, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe in the gospel. Significance of TIME John 2:4 4 And Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come. 3 4 Significance of TIME John 4:23-26 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth: for such doth the Father seek to be his worshippers. God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship in spirit and truth. The woman saith unto him, I know that Messiah cometh (he that is called Christ): when he is come, he will declare unto us all things. 26 Jesus saith unto her, I that speak unto thee 5 am (he). Significance of TIME John 8:20 20 These words spake he in the treasury, as he taught in the temple: and no man took him; because his hour was not yet come. 6 Micky Galloway 1 8/8/2010 pm Significance of TIME John 12:23 23 And Jesus answereth them, saying, The hour is come, that the Son of man should be glorified. Significance of TIME John 12:27 27 Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour. But for this cause came I unto this hour. 8 7 Significance of TIME John 13:1 1 Now before the feast of the passover, Jesus knowing that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto his Father, having loved his own that were in the world, he loved them unto the end. Significance of TIME John 16:32-33 32 Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and (yet) I am not alone, because the Father is with me. 33 These things have I spoken unto you, that in me ye may have peace. In the world ye have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. 10 9 Significance of TIME Examples of Use of The Hour Is Coming When Son of Man was betrayed (Mark 14:41) John 17:1 1 These things spake Jesus; and lifting up his eyes to heaven, he said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that the son may glorify thee 11 Woman with child (John 16:21) Institution of the Lord Supper (Luke 22:14) 12 Micky Galloway 2 8/8/2010 pm The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Jesus Manifested As The Son of God A. When Jesus first began his work it was not the hour (John 2:4) B. If he manifested himself too soon would be put to death. The time for that had not come. (John 7:30;8:20; John 12:23; John 17:1) C. Time for the supreme sign came Resurrection (Rom. 1:4; First day of the week. John 20:1,19ff; Luke 24:18,45) 14 The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Spiritually Dead To Hear Son John 5:24-26 A. The Dead - (in sin, Eph. 2:1) Being convinced he is Son of God need to hear Mt. 17:5 This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. B. How Do The Dead Hear? Christ speaks to us (Heb. 1:1-2) Just like heard Moses & Prophets (Luke 16:29; Acts 13:27) Hear Apostles. (Luke 10:16; Mt. 10:40; John 13:20; cf. Gal. 4:14) 15 C. Shall Live (have spiritual life) By taking heed to what he says (Heb. 5:8-9) 16 The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God Worship God John 4:23 A. True Worshippers Not all are! cf. Lev. 10:1-2; 1 Sam. 15 B. Place Does Not Matter C. To Be In Spirit And In Truth In Truth Col. 3:17 In Spirit cf. Eph. 5:19 17 18 Micky Galloway 3 8/8/2010 pm Worship God John 4:23 C. To Be In Spirit And In Truth Singing. Mt. 26:30; Acts 16:25; Rom. 15:9; 1 Cor. 14:15; Eph. 5:19; Col. 3:16; Heb. 2:12; 13:15; Jms. 5:13 Praying. Acts 2:42; Acts 12:5,12; 1 Thess. 5:17 Teaching. Acts 5:42; 1 Tim. 3:15 Lords Supper. Acts 20:7; 1 Cor. 11:23ff Giving. 1 Cor. 16:1-2; 2 Cor. 9:6-7 19 The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God Depart From This Life 20 Depart From This Life John 13:1 A. Time is appointed to depart Heb. 9:27 Psa. 90:10 James 4:13ff The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God Depart From This Life All Will Be Raised 21 22 B. Need to be ready at all times Matthew 25:1-13 the 10 virgins Hebrews 9:27 after death there is judgment All Will Be Raised John 5:28-29 A. Death is not the end B. Serves to encourage Concerning loved ones (1 Thess. 4:18) For us as we face death (Psalms 23) The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God C. Then we give an account for all we do (2 Cor. 5:10; Rom. 14:12) D. Hence we have hope for something better (Rom. 8:24; 2 Cor. 4:16ff; 2 Tim. 4:6-8) Depart From This Life All Will Be Raised 23 Micky Galloway 4 8/8/2010 pm The Hour Is Come! Time To Wake Up. Rom. 13:11-12 11 And this, knowing the season, that already it is time for you to awake out of sleep: for now is salvation nearer to us than when we (first) believed. 12 The night is far spent, and the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. The Hour Is Come! Let Us Redeem The Time. Eph. 5:15-16 15 Look therefore carefully how ye walk, not as unwise, but as wise; 16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil. The Hour Is Come! Let Us Walk In Wisdom. Col. 4:5 5 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time Micky Galloway 5 "); array_files[35]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Athens%20-%20Times%20Of%20Ignorance%20(Part%202).ppt","2010-08-10","311K","Athens%20-%20Times%20Of%20Ignorance%20(Part%202).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp104624.ppt 8/8/2010 am Micky Galloway * Athens: Times Of IgnorancePart 2 Acts 17:16-31 God CommandsRepentance Acts 17:30-31 God CommandsRepentance Acts 17:30-31 “All men everywhere…” Rom 3:23 “for all have sinned…” Rom 4:15 “…where there is no law, neither is there transgression.” Therefore, all are under law! Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 “What MUST we DO…?” How do you show repentance? Steal a man’s watch… you give it back! Steal a man’s car… you give it back! Steal a man’s wife… you keep her???(cf. Mark 6:17-18) Offended party may concede a watch or a car (Acts 5:4), but can’t give his wife the right to marry another. (Mt. 5:32; 19:9) Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 DESIRE TO REPENT – Luke 3:10 Effect of gospel on the heart – Acts 2: 37-38 Godly sorrow for one’s sin – 2 Cor. 7:10; cf. Mt. 26:69-27:5 cf. Simon - Acts 8:20-23, 24 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 Positive – Something to be done. Luke 3:10-11 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 Negative - Some things “must” be stopped – Luke 3:10-14 Repudiation of sin Ephesian idolaters – Acts 19:18-19 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS “MUST” BE DONE – Luke 3:11-14 Restitution of wrong (as able) Zacchaeus – Luke 19:8-9 (Lev. 6:1-7) “In vain may anyone tell me that he repents… stealing my horse while he continues to ride him without my consent…” (Brents, page 191) Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS “MUST” BE DONE – Luke 3:11-14 Reformation of conduct Regret (sorrow) causes change – cf. Ps. 51:17 Mt. 21:28-32; Luke 15:18; 1 Cor. 6:9-11 Rebuked for not learning this – Mt. 21:31-32 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 COSTLY – Luke 14:25-33 Giving up sin – Eph. 4:17-24 The cost can be very great – Acts 19:19 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 EMOTIONAL – Ezra 10:44 Does not change the nature or the demands of repentance Liar – Eph. 4:25 Thief – Eph. 4:28 Adulterer – 1 Cor. 6:9-11 Does Not Remove Temporal Consequences Convicted murderer does not escape death penalty. Acts 25:11 Convicted thief does not escape “due reward.” Luke 23:40-43 Convicted prodigal does not regain wasted money. Luke 15:13 Convicted adulterer not free to “marry another” or continue adultery. Mt. 19:9 What Produces Repentance? Bible preaching. cf. Jonah 3:1-2 “Preach the preaching that I bid thee.” cf. Luke 11:32 The goodness of God. Romans 2:4 The Judgment to come. Acts 17:30-31; John 12:48; Hebrews 10:31 Godly sorrow. 2 Corinthians 7:10 Fruits of Repentance-“For behold…” 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Earnest care – Haste (with care) to correct sin Clearing – Diligent change answered critics. Matthew 5:16 Fruits of Repentance-“For behold…” 2 Corinthians 7:11 Indignation – Displeasure over previous sin. cf. 1 Tim. 1:12 Fear – Dread of not pleasing God. 2 Cor. 5:11;Of the apostle Paul. 1 Cor. 4:18ff;Of further contamination. 1 Cor. 5:6 Longing – Earnest desire to do & be right … to maintain fellowship with what is right. cf. Luke 15 Fruits of Repentance-“For behold…” 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Zeal – Fervent spirit, not apathetic neglect. cf. Zeal without knowledge. Rom. 10:1-2 Avenging – Sin no longer tolerated. 1 Cor. 5; cf. 2 Cor. 2:6 Approved yourselves to be pure – Pure in the matter Efforts to Avoid Repentance Deny the existence of sin. Deny personal guilt. 1 Sam. 15:13,15 Transfer responsibility for sin. Ezek. 18:20 Calvinism, society, drugs, genes, bad home environment, etc. cf. Rom. 12:1-2 Cover up sin. 1 Sam. 11 Harm those who expose sin. Mt. 14; Mk. 6; cf. Gal. 4:16 God’s Command To Those In Athens Repent & escape the wrath to come! (Luke 3:7-8) God’s Command To You Repent & escape the wrath to come! (Luke 3:7-8) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 "); array_files[36]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Hour%20Is%20Coming.ppt","2010-08-10","296K","The%20Hour%20Is%20Coming.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp338712.ppt * 8/8/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/8/2010 pm Micky Galloway * The Hour Is Coming A Time Appointed John 5:28-29 Significance of TIME Galatians 4:4-5 “but when the fulness of the time came, God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, that he might redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons.” Significance of TIME Mark 1:14-15 “Now after John was delivered up, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe in the gospel.” Significance of TIME Significance of TIME John 4:23-26 “But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth: for such doth the Father seek to be his worshippers. God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship in spirit and truth. The woman saith unto him, I know that Messiah cometh (he that is called Christ): when he is come, he will declare unto us all things. “26 Jesus saith unto her, I that speak unto thee am (he).” Significance of TIME Significance of TIME Significance of TIME Significance of TIME Significance of TIME Significance of TIME * Examples of Use of “The Hour Is Coming” When Son of Man was betrayed (Mark 14:41) Woman with child (John 16:21) Institution of the Lord Supper (Luke 22:14) The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God * Jesus Manifested As The Son of God A. When Jesus first began his work it was not the hour (John 2:4) B. If he manifested himself too soon – would be put to death. The time for that had not come. (John 7:30;8:20; John 12:23; John 17:1) C. Time for the supreme sign came –Resurrection (Rom. 1:4; “First day of the week.” John 20:1,19ff; Luke 24:1-8,45) * The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son * Spiritually Dead To Hear Son A. The Dead - (in sin, Eph. 2:1) Being convinced he is Son of God – need to hear Mt. 17:5 “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him.” B. How Do The Dead Hear? Christ speaks to us (Heb. 1:1-2) Just like heard Moses & Prophets (Luke 16:29; Acts 13:27) Hear Apostles. (Luke 10:16; Mt. 10:40; John 13:20; cf. Gal. 4:14) C. Shall Live (have spiritual life) By taking heed to what he says (Heb. 5:8-9) John 5:24-26 * The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God * Worship God A. True Worshippers – Not all are! cf. Lev. 10:1-2; 1 Sam. 15 B. Place Does Not Matter C. To Be In Spirit And In Truth In Truth Col. 3:17 In Spirit cf. Eph. 5:19 John 4:23 * Worship God C. To Be In Spirit And In Truth Singing. Mt. 26:30; Acts 16:25; Rom. 15:9; 1 Cor. 14:15; Eph. 5:19; Col. 3:16; Heb. 2:12; 13:15; Jms. 5:13 Praying. Acts 2:42; Acts 12:5,12; 1 Thess. 5:17 Teaching. Acts 5:42; 1 Tim. 3:15 Lord’s Supper. Acts 20:7; 1 Cor. 11:23ff Giving. 1 Cor. 16:1-2; 2 Cor. 9:6-7 John 4:23 * The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God Depart From This Life * Depart From This Life A. Time is appointed to depart Heb. 9:27 Psa. 90:10 James 4:13ff B. Need to be ready at all times Matthew 25:1-13 – the 10 virgins Hebrews 9:27 – after death there is judgment John 13:1 * The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God Depart From This Life All Will Be Raised * All Will Be Raised A. Death is not the end B. Serves to encourage Concerning loved ones (1 Thess. 4:18) For us as we face death (Psalms 23) C. Then – we give an account for all we do (2 Cor. 5:10; Rom. 14:12) D. Hence – we have hope for something better (Rom. 8:24; 2 Cor. 4:16ff; 2 Tim. 4:6-8) John 5:28-29 The Hour Is Coming Jesus Manifested As The Son of God Spiritually Dead To Hear Son Worship God Depart From This Life All Will Be Raised The Hour Is Come! Time To Wake Up. Rom. 13:11-12 “11 And this, knowing the season, that already it is time for you to awake out of sleep: for now is salvation nearer to us than when we (first) believed. 12 The night is far spent, and the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.” The Hour Is Come! Let Us Redeem The Time. Eph. 5:15-16 “15 Look therefore carefully how ye walk, not as unwise, but as wise; 16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil.” The Hour Is Come! Let Us Walk In Wisdom. Col. 4:5 “5 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time” * 8/8/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[37]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_8-8-10.htm","2010-08-07","6K","Bulletin Article for August 8, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for August 8, 2010 Gods Call To Moses by Micky Galloway Moses was the man that God chose to lead the children of Israel out of Egypt. By the time Moses began to lead this great nation (Exodus 19:5-6) out of Egypt the scriptures tell us that the men who were fighting age, those who were twenty years old and older, numbered 603,550. Scholars tell us when we factor in those who were older, those who were younger and the women, they numbered two to three million people. The passage that best describes Moses great faith, describes his qualities for leading this great people out of the bondage of Egypt. The Hebrew writer commends many qualities of leadership that Moses possessed. In Hebrews 11:24-29 we read many by faith statements made about Moses. By faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaohs daughter; choosing rather to share ill treatment with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; accounting the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt: for he looked unto the recompense of reward. By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king: for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible. By faith he kept the passover, and the sprinkling of the blood, that the destroyer of the firstborn should not touch them. By faith they passed through the Red sea as by dry land: which the Egyptians assaying to do were swallowed up. Moses accomplishments were both positive and negative. On a positive note, he refused to be called the son of Pharaohs daughter and forsook Egypt with all its riches. He also chose association with the people of God and he kept the Passover. These decisions were costly. It cost Moses his social position, pleasure, wealth and it cost him the disappointment of those who loved him. His adoptive mother, Pharaohs daughter, must have been disappointed in him. Though Moses accomplished great things and became the leader of Gods people, it was not always so. When God called Moses, he did not respond with faith, but with excuses. His first excuse was, Who am I, that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt? (Exodus 3:11). He appears less confident now than he did forty years earlier when he killed the Egyptian slave master (Exodus 2:11-12). Moses now considers himself personally insignificant, perhaps unworthy for the task of leading the children of Israel out of the bondage of Egypt. Moses is assured that the important thing is not who Moses is, but who God is. God answers his objection. And he said, Certainly I will be with thee; and this shall be the token unto thee, that I have sent thee: when thou hast brought forth the people out of Egypt (Exodus 3:12). We should never believe that we cannot do what God has given us to do. Paul declared from a Roman prison, I can do all things in him that strengtheneth me (Philippians 4:13). His second excuse was the unbelief of the people of Israel. And Moses said unto God, Behold, when I come unto the children of Israel, and shall say unto them, The God of your fathers hath sent me unto you; and they shall say to me, What is his name? What shall I say unto them? (Exodus 3:13). And Moses answered and said, But, behold, they will not believe me, nor hearken unto my voice; for they will say, Jehovah hath not appeared unto thee (Exodus 4:1). After all it was his own people who had caused him to flee from Egypt forty years before (Exodus 2:13-15). God promptly answered Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I AM hath sent me unto you (Exodus 3:14). God showed to Moses what that meant. God caused Moses rod to become a serpent. The same rod was used by God to cause the waters of Egypt to become blood (Exodus 7:14-17), to cause hail to smite the land of Egypt (Exodus 9:23-24), to cause a plague of locust to eat every herb of the land (Exodus 10:12-13). The same rod was used to part the waters of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:13-16). God is able to transform the simplest things into the most convincing evidence to change the hearts of the Israelites in Egypt. The third excuse Moses proposed was his own personal inability for the task. And Moses said unto Jehovah, Oh, Lord, I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant; for I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue (Exodus 4:10). Moses first excuse indicates that he was unworthy, now he proposes he is unable. Perhaps Moses knew that, in Egypt, eloquence would be necessary to speak before Pharaoh. Again, God promptly answers, Who hath made mans mouth? Or who maketh (a man) dumb, or deaf, or seeing, or blind? Is it not I, Jehovah? Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt speak (Exodus 4:11-12). We often make the excuse, I dont know enough, or I just dont know what to say. Perhaps we wish someone else was here to take advantage of the opportunity. However, the call of God to teach is personal and compelling. Finally, Moses expresses the real reason. He simply does not want to go. And he said, Oh, Lord, send, I pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send (Exodus 4:13). In other words, Lord, I dont care who you send, just dont send me! This is in stark contrast to the words of Isaiah, Here am I, send me (Isaiah 6:8). God was angry with Moses and told him to take Aaron and go. After all the excuses were over, Exodus 4: 20 says, And Jehovah said unto Moses in Midian, Go, return into Egypt; for all the men are dead that sought thy life. And Moses took his wife and his sons, and set them upon an ass, and he returned to the land of Egypt: and Moses took the rod of God in his hand. When all our excuses are past, ultimately, we too must take the rod of God in hand and busy ourselves with the work God has appointed for us to do. "); array_files[38]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Troas%20And%20Philippi-%20Come%20Over%20Into%20Macedonia%20And%20Help%20Us%20(Part%201).pdf","2010-08-07","355K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Troas And Philippi.pptx ","","","7/11/2010 am Come Over Into Macedonia And Help Us Acts 16:9 Come Over Into Macedonia And Help Us Troas was a city on the northwestern coast of Mysia in Asia Minor. Troas was the place where Paul received the vision in the night, with a request to come over into Macedonia. Acts 15-18 Troas was also the place where Paul had a door opened unto me in the Lord. (Third preaching journey)... 2 Cor. 2:12-13; cf. 2 Cor. 11:28 Troas was also the place where Paul left his cloak, some books, and parchments. 2 Tim. 4:13 Troas was also the place where he met with the disciples to break bread upon the first day of the week. Acts 20:5-7 Come help us! Philippi, was as Troas, a Roman colony, in the province of Macedonia. It was on the main road, Via Ignatia, from Thessalonica to Constantinople. There was no Jewish synagogue in Philippi. So, seemingly, prayer meetings were held by the riverside and in other places around the city. Acts 16:13,16 Acts 15-18 It was at one of these meetings that the gospel was preach, believed, and obeyed. Acts 16:13-15 Micky Galloway 1 7/11/2010 am Conversion of Lydia. Who was Lydia? The sermon presented to her. cf. Acts 13 Conversion of Lydia. The effect of the sermon. a. She heard. Verse 14. Importance of hearing. James 1:19 b. Lord opened her heart. Verse 14 How Did The Lord Open Her Heart? a. What is the heart? Thinks, Prov. 23:7; Mt. 9:4; Reasons, Mk. 2:8; Understands, Mt. 13:15; Believes, Rom. 10:10; Condemns, 1 John 3:20 b. How was her heart opened? Not by direct operation of H.S. cf. Rom. 10:17; Acts 15:7-9 Conversion of Lydia. The effect of the sermon. a. She heard. Vs. 14. Importance of hearing. James 1:19 b. Lord opened her heart. Vs. 14 c. She believed. Vs. 15. cf. Heb. 11:6 d. She was baptized. Vs. 15. cf. Mk. 16:16 Conversion of Lydia Does her household include infant baptism? Assumes too much! a. That Lydia was married. b. That she had children. c. That she had them with her. d. That they were too young to believe. e. That they were also baptized. Conversion of the Jailor. Who was the Jailor? a. An unbeliever solemnly charged at the peril of his life to keep Paul and Silas securely. Vs. 23 b. Attempts suicide supposing the prisoners had escaped. Vs. 27-28 c. Fell trembling before Paul and Silas. Vs. 29 Micky Galloway 2 7/11/2010 am Conversion of the Jailor. His question: What must I do to be saved. a. Not saved from terrors of earthquake... passed. b. Not saved from Roman penalty... prisoners all there. c. But saved from divine condemnation. d. What must I do? Not what must God or H.S. do. Conversion of the Jailor. The answer: vs. 31 a. Took him where they found him. A pagan. cf. Pentecostians & Saul. b. Not faith only. Knew nothing of Christ or how to believe. cf. John 3:36; Rom. 10:17 c. Word of the Lord preached. Vs. 32. What did it include? cf. Acts 13. d. Clearly implied that he repented. Vs. 33 Conversion of the Jailor. His baptism. Vs. 33 a. Its importance, same hour of the night. b. How performed, Not in jail, vs. 30; not in house, vs. 33-34 c. Rejoiced afterwards. Vs. 34 A. Spreading the gospel. Phil. 1:5; 4:15; cf. 2 Cor. 11:8-9 B. Relieving the needs of the saints. 1. They first gave themselves. 2 Cor. 8:1-5; Rom. 15:26 C. Obedient in Pauls presence as well as in his absence. Phil. 2:12-13 A.The need of spreading the gospel today is just as important as it was when Paul received the appeal in a night vision long ago. B. Just as the civil, social, economical, and religious conditions had their effect upon the preaching of the gospel in Pauls day, so it does today as well. Conclusion: The expansion of the gospel depends upon all of us....! Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[39]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Troas%20And%20Philippi-%20Come%20Over%20Into%20Macedonia%20And%20Help%20Us%20(Part%202).pdf","2010-08-07","332K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Troas And Philippi- Come Over Into Macedonia And Help Us (Part 2).pptx ","","","7/18/2010 am Come help us! Come Over Into Macedonia And Help Us Acts 16:9 (Part 2) Acts 15-18 Philippi, was as Troas, a Roman colony, in the province of Macedonia. It was on the main road, via Ignatia, from Thessalonica to Constantinople. There was no Jewish synagogue in Philippi. So, seemingly, prayer meetings were held by the riverside and in other places around the city. Acts 16:13,16 Conversion of Lydia. Who was Lydia? The sermon presented to her. Cf. Acts 13 It was at one of these meetings that the gospel was preach, believed, and obeyed. Acts 16:13-15 Conversion of Lydia. The effect of the sermon. a. She heard. Vs. 14. Importance of hearing. Jms. 1:19; Rom. 10:17 b. Lord opened her heart. Vs. 14 How Did The Lord Open Her Heart? a. What is the heart? Thinks, Prov. 23:7; Mt. 9:4; Reasons, Mk. 2:8; Understands, Mt. 13:15; Believes, Rom. 10:10; Condemns, 1 Jno. 3:20 b. How was her heart opened? Not by direct operation of H.S. cf. Rom. 10:17; Acts 15:7-9 Micky Galloway 1 7/18/2010 am Conversion of Lydia. The effect of the sermon. a. She heard. Vs. 14. Importance of hearing. Jms. 1:19; Rom. 10:17 b. Lord opened her heart. Vs. 14 c. She believed. Vs. 15. Cf. Heb. 11:6 d. She was baptized. Vs. 15. Cf. Mk. 16:16 Conversion of the Jailor. Who was the Jailor. a. An unbeliever solemnly charged at the peril of his life to keep Paul and Silas securely. Vs. 23 b. Attempts suicide supposing the prisoners had escaped. Vs. 27-28 c. Fell trembling before Paul and Silas. Vs. 29 Conversion of the Jailor. His question: What must I do to be saved. a. Not saved from terrors of earthquake... passed. b. Not saved from Roman penalty... prisoners all there. c. But saved from divine condemnation. d. What must I do? Not what must God or H.S. do. Conversion of the Jailor. The answer: vs. 31 a. Took him where they found him. A pagan. Cf. Pentecostians & Saul. Acts 2; Acts 9; 22; 26 b. Not faith only. Knew nothing of Christ or how to believe. Cf. Jno. 3:36; Rom. 10:17 c. Word of the Lord preached. Vs. 32. What did it include? Isa. 2:2; Lk. 24:46-47; Cf. Acts 13; cf. Acts 17; Rom. 4:15; 1 Cor. 6:9-11. d. Clearly implied that he repented. Vs. 33 Conversion of the Jailor. His baptism. Vs. 33 a. Its importance, same hour of the night. b. How performed, Not in jail, vs. 30; not in house, vs. 33-34 c. Rejoiced afterwards. Vs. 34 A. Spreading the gospel. Phil. 1:5; 4:15; Cf. 2 Cor. 11:8-9 B. Relieving the needs of the saints. 1. They first gave themselves. 2 Cor. 8:1-5; 9:1ff; Rom. 15:26 C. Obedient in Pauls presence as well as in his absence. Phil. 2:12-13 Micky Galloway 2 7/18/2010 am Come help us! A.The need of spreading the gospel today is just as important as it was when Paul received the appeal in a night vision long ago. B. Just as the civil, social, economical, and religious conditions had their effect upon the preaching of the gospel in Pauls day, so it does today as well. Acts 15-18 Conclusion: The expansion of the gospel depends upon all of us....! Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[40]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(6%20-%20Part%201)%20-%20The%20Second%20Coming%20Of%20Christ.pdf","2010-08-07","385K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Premillennialism (6).pptx ","","","7/11/2010 pm We have assurance of the second coming. John 14:1-3; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Thess. 4:1617; 2 Thess. 1:7; Heb. 9:27-28; Rev. 22:20; Rev. 1:7. Lesson 6 (Part 1) The time of his coming. Mt. 24:35-39; Mk. 13:32. Acts 1:9-11 1. As he went back into heaven. Acts 1:11 2. In person. 1 Thess. 4:16-17 3. In visible form. Rev. 1:7 4. Without warning as a thief in the night. 1 Thess. 5:2-6; Mk. 13:35-37. 5. With power and great glory. 1 Thess. 4:16; 1 Cor. 15:50-58 Establish His Kingdom. Dan. 2:44; Mk. 1:15; 9:1; Acts 1:8; Acts 2:1-4; Col. 1:13; Rev. 1:9. Restore Palestine To The Jews. Sit on Davids throne. 2 Sam. 7:1114; cf. Acts 2:29-32; cf. Eph. 1:20-23 Joshua to lead them in (Josh. 1:2-6; cf. 11:23) Micky Galloway 1 7/11/2010 pm b Joshua 21:43-45 43 So Jehovah gave to Israel all the land which he sware to give unto their fathers, and they possessed it and dwelt in it. 44 And Jehovah gave them rest round about, according to all that he sware unto their fathers. And there stood not a man of all their enemies before them; Jehovah delivered all their enemies into their hand. 45 There failed not aught of any good thing which Jehovah had spoken unto the house of Israel; All came to pass. Joshua 13-20 Joshua 23:14 14. And behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth. And you know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which Jehovah your God spake concerning you. All are come to pass unto you; not one thing hath failed thereof. Things Necessary To A Literal Restoration... Jeremiah 27:22 The Law of Moses. Deut. 30:1-3, 8-10; Neh. 8:1 ff; cf. Col. 2:14-17 2. Levitical Priesthood. Heb. 7:11-17; Neh. 12:44; 13:22; cf. Heb. 8:4; 1 Pet. 2:5 3. Jewish genealogies. Lev. 25:13, 28; Ezra 9:10-14; Neh. 7:5; cf. 1 Tim. 1:4; Titus 3:9 4. Temple worship and bloody animal sacrifices. 2 Chron. 36:23; Ezra 1:1-4; 6:3,14, 22 cf. Heb. 10:1-4, 9 1. Hear the gospel, Rom. 10:17. Believe the Gospel, Mk. 16:15,16. Repent of sins, Acts 2:38. Confess faith in Jesus, Acts 8:37. Be Baptized, Acts 22:16; Gal. 3:27. Always abound in the work of the Lord, 1 Cor. 15:58. Micky Galloway 2 "); array_files[41]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(6%20-%20Part%202)%20-%20The%20Second%20Coming%20Of%20Christ.pdf","2010-08-07","257K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Premillennialism (6 - Part 2)-The Second Coming Of Christ.pptx ","","","7/18/2010 pm Lesson 6 (Part 2) 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Convert The Jews. Behold, now is the acceptable time, behold, now is the day of salvation. 2 Cor. 6:2. There is no second chance to be saved after this life. cf. Mt. 25:1-13 The gospel is the power of God to save Jews and Gentiles. Rom. 1:16 Gods Jew today is the one who has the same kind of faith that Abraham had. Rom. 4:16; cf. Rom. 2:28; Gal. 3:26-29 Reign For 1000 Years. Christ is NOW reigning as King: For he must reign until he hath put all enemies under his feet, the last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. 1 Corinthians 15:25-26 What about Revelation 20:1-6? a. Rev. 1:1-3... John is discussing things which must shortly come to pass, things that were signified by his angel. cf. Rev. 22:6 b. Jesus said concerning his kingdom, My kingdom is not of this world and refused to be crowned as an earthly king. John 18:36; 6:15. c. Therefore, if this symbolic chapter is to conform to the rest of the Bible, we must not attach any meaning to it that is not otherwise taught in the Bible. The Second Coming of Christ. Reign of Christ on Earth. Jerusalem of Palestine. Thousand years reign of Christ on earth. A Bodily Resurrection. Revelation 20:1-6 does not mention us. To provide an end of the preparation time. Mt. 25:1-13 Micky Galloway 1 7/18/2010 pm The Resurrection Of The Righteous Will Be At THE LAST DAY. To Raise The Dead, BOTH GOOD AND BAD. 1. John 5:28-29 ALL that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth... 2. Acts 24:15 that there shall be a resurrection both of the just and the unjust. John 6:40, And this is the will of him that sent me, that everyone which seeth the son, and believeth on him, may have everlasting life: and I will raise him up at the LAST DAY. John 6:44 No man can come to me except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the LAST DAY. John 6:54 Whoso eateth my flesh and drinketh my blood, hath eternal life; and I will raise him up at the LAST DAY. Judgment Of The Wicked Shall Be At THE LAST DAY. John 12:48 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in THE LAST DAY. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 ... No Second Resurrection In This Passage. He Is Coming For The Judgment Of ALL... Rev. 22:12 And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. cf. Jude 14-15; Mt. 16:27. Acts 17:30-31 It is an appointed day and Christ will be the judge. Romans 14:10-12 We must all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. The living will be changed. 1 Corinthians 15:51-52. The living will have their physical body changed into a spiritual body. Philippians 3:20-21. We will have a glorious body like Christ. 1 John 3:2. Christ will deliver up the kingdom to the Father. 1 Cor. 15:22-28. The Earth will be destroyed. 2 Pet. 3:10-11. Micky Galloway 2 7/18/2010 pm Jesus said ..be ye also ready; for in an hour that ye think not the son of man cometh. Mt. 24:44 Also, Watch therefore, for ye know not the day nor the hour. Mt. 25:13 Hear the gospel, Romans 10:17. Believe the Gospel, Mark 16:15,16. Repent of sins, Acts 2:38. Confess faith in Jesus, Acts 8:37. Be Baptized, Acts 22:16; Gal. 3:27. Always abound in the work of the Lord, 1 Corinthians 15:58. Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[42]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Corinth%20-%20Fightings%20Within%20And%20Without.pdf","2010-08-07","254K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Corinth.pptx ","","","7/25/2010 am Fightings Within And Without Acts 18:1-11 I. The Problem Of Carnality (1:10-4:21). A. They exalted men. B. They emphasized human wisdom. C. They made class distinctions. II. The Problem Of Immorality (5:1; 6:9-20). A. They harbored a fornicator in the church. B. Paul demanded discipline. C. The purpose was two-fold: 1. That the guilty party might be brought to repentance. 2. That the church might be spared contamination. D. The philosophical argument. III. The Problem Of Contention (6:1-8). A. They were taking each other to court. B. Remember, the saints shall judge the world and angels. C. The remedy: 1. Let those who are least esteemed judge. 2. Take wrong. IV. The Problem Of Family Trouble (7:1-40). A. Gods order is monogamy. B. Marriage is a mutual reciprocal relationship. C. Advice for the mixed marriage of believer and unbeliever. D. To marry or not to marry. Micky Galloway 1 7/25/2010 am V. The Problem Of Authorized Liberty (8:1-13; 10:14-33). A. There are authorized liberties. B. Eating meats sacrificed to idols was such a question. C. Knowledge must be tempered by love. D. What it means to offend a brother. VI. The Problem Of Paying The Preacher (9:127). A. Paul was willing to support himself when necessary. B. They who preach the gospel should live of the gospel. VII. The Problem Of Temptation (10:1-13). A. No ones temptation is unique. B. This fact is illustrated. VIII. The Problem Of Divine Order (11:1-16). A. Gods order of relationships. B. The veil was a matter of custom. C. Customs and styles change. D. The principle of this chapter is constant. IX. The Problem Of Irreverence (11:17-34). A. They desecrated the Lords supper. B. The Lords supper often desecrated in our assemblies. X. The Problem Of Ignorance (1 Cor. 12-14). A. They were ignorant over spiritual gifts. B. A paradox: the church with the greatest zeal for spiritual gifts was the church with the most problems. Micky Galloway 2 7/25/2010 am XI. The Problem Of Apostasy (15:1-58). A. The importance of the resurrection. B. Denial of the resurrection is the end of apostasy. C. Pauls defense of the resurrection. Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[43]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Athens%20-%20Times%20Of%20Ignorance.pdf","2010-08-07","650K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Athens - Times Of Ignorance.pptx ","","","8/1/2010 am Athens: Ignorance Athens: Times Of Ignorance Acts 17:16-31 City of Athens: Filled with idols. Acts 17:16 It is easier to find a god in Athens than a man. (Roman Satirist Bloomfield) Acts 17:21 (Now all the Athenians and the strangers sojourning there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell or to hear some new thing.) Athens: Ignorance City of Athens: Filled with learning and philosophy. Epicurean: Acts 17:18 This sect of philosophers was so named from Epicurus, who lived about 300 years before the Christian era. They denied that the world was created by God, and that the gods exercised any care or providence over human affairs, and also the immortality of the soul. End of living was pleasure. cf. 1 Corinthians 15:32 Athens: Ignorance Stoics: Everything guided by fate, even God. Virtue its own reward, vice its own punishment. Denied the immortality of the soul. That the passions and affections were to be suppressed and restrained; that happiness consisted in the insensibility of the soul to pain; and that a man should gain an absolute mastery over all the passions and affections of his nature. They were stern in their views of virtue, and, like the Pharisees, prided themselves on their own righteousness. Athens: Ignorance Greece: Athens, Acropolis The famous Acropolis at Athens was built as a home for Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Micky Galloway 1 8/1/2010 am Athens: Ignorance Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Nike Temple The Temple of Nike located on the Acropolis at Athens. Nike was the goddess of victory. Athena Nike was an attribute both of Athena, the goddess of wisdom, and the chief god Zeus. She was looked to as a mediator of success between gods and men. Athens: Ignorance Athens: Ignorance Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon The Parthenon, located on the Acropolis at Athens, is the main temple of the Greek goddess Athena. The name Parthenon comes from the term Athena Parthenos (Athena the Virgin). Athena Parthenos was the patron goddess of the city. Athens: Ignorance The Propylaea is the only entryway into the Acropolis at its western end, and the only opening in the surrounding wall. It was built mostly of pentelic marble. Mars Hill or the Areopagus (one of the places the Apostle Paul preached in Athens) was located at the western approach to the Acropolis. Athens: Ignorance The Temple of Zeus at Athens. Zeus was the chief god of the pantheon. He was a sky and weather god who is identified with the Roman god Jupiter. Zeus sent lightning, thunder, rain and wind. The thunderbolt was his main weapon. He was the father, ruler and protector of gods and men The Unknown God Acts 17:23 Made the worlds. Gen. 1:1; Ps. 33:9 Not served by mens hands. Ps. 115:4ff Made of one every nation of men. Common origin. Gen. 1:26ff Determined their appointed seasons and the bounds of their habitation. Dan. 2:21 That they should seek God. Rom. 1:18-23 In Him we live and move and have our being. . Micky Galloway 2 8/1/2010 am The Times Of Ignorance Ignorance was mans. God did not ignore sin, but took initiative to redeem. Rom. 5:8 God dealt with sin in previous ages. Hosea 4:6 God Commands Repentance Acts 17:30-31 What does it mean, God overlooked sin? God did not punish man with the full measure of his wrath. cf. Acts 14:16-17 God showed forbearance while executing His scheme of Redemption. Rom. 3:21-26; cf. Gal. 4:4-5 God Commands Repentance Acts 17:30-31 All men everywhere... Rom 3:23 for all have sinned... Rom 4:15 ...where there is no law, neither is there transgression. REPENTANCE COMMANDED By John. Mt. 3:2 By Jesus. Mt. 4:17; Lk. 13:3,5 Great Commission. Lk. 24:47 By Disciples. Mk. 6:12 By Apostles. Acts 2:38; 11:18 Therefore, all are under law! REPENTANCE metanoia a change of mind for the better, Examples of Repentance Jews on Pentecost. Acts 2 Ninevites. Mt. 12:41; cf. Jonah 3:10 Rebellious son. Mt. 21:28-29 Prodigal son. Luke 15:11-21 These all brought forth fruit worthy of repentance! cf. Lk. 3:8; Acts 26:19-20 heartily to AMEND with abhorrence of ones past sins. (Thayer, 405) This change of mind involves BOTH a turning from sin and a turning to God. (W.E. Vine, Vol. 3, pg. 281) John did not call on people to be sorry, but to change their mental attitudes AND CONDUCT. (A.T. Robertson, Word Pictures, Vol. 1, pg. 24) Micky Galloway 3 8/1/2010 am Examples of Repentance Thessalonians turned from idols. Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 DESIRE TO REPENT Luke 3:10 Effect of gospel on the heart Acts 2: 37-38 Godly sorrow for ones sin 2 Cor. 7:10; 1 Thess. 1:9 Ephesians burned their books. Acts 19:19 Jailor washed their stripes. Acts 16:33 Corinthians turned from former practices. 1 Cor. 6:9-11 These all brought forth fruit worthy of repentance! cf. Lk. 3:8; Acts 26:19-20 cf. Mt. 26:69-27:5 cf. Simon - Acts 8:20-24 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Negative- Some things must be stopped Luke 3:10-14 Repudiation of sin Ephesian idolaters Acts 19:18-19 Positive Something to be done. Luke 3:10-11 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS MUST BE DONE Luke 3:11-14 Restitution of wrong (as able) Zacchaeus Luke 19:8-9 (Lev. 6:1-7) In vain may anyone tell me that he repents... Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS MUST BE DONE Luke 3:11-14 Reformation of conduct Regret (sorrow) causes change Mt. 21:28-32; Luke 15:18; 1 Cor. 6:9-11 Rebuked for not learning this Mt. 21:31-32 stealing my horse while he continues to ride him without my consent... (Brents, page 191) Micky Galloway 4 8/1/2010 am Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 Demands of Repentance Luke 3:8-14 EMOTIONAL Ezra 10:44 COSTLY Luke 14:25-33 Giving up sin Ephesians 4:17-24 The cost can be very great Acts Does not change the nature or the demands of repentance Liar Eph. 4:25 Thief Eph. 4:28 Adulterer 1 Cor. 6:9-11 19:19 Does Not Remove Temporal Consequences Convicted murderer does not escape death penalty. Acts 25:11 Convicted thief does not escape due reward. Luke 23:40-43 Convicted prodigal does not regain wasted money. Luke 15:13 Convicted adulterer not free to marry another or continue adultery. Mt. 19:9 What Produces Repentance? Bible preaching. cf. Jonah 3:1-2 Preach the preaching that I bid thee. cf. Luke 11:32 The goodness of God. Rom. 2:4 The Judgment to come. Acts 17:30-31 Godly sorrow. 2 Cor. 7:10 Fruits of Repentance- Fruits of Repentance- For behold... 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Earnest care Haste (with care) to correct sin Clearing Diligent change answered critics Indignation Displeasure over previous sin Fear Dread of not pleasing God Longing Earnest desire to do & be right For behold... 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Zeal Fervent spirit, not apathetic neglect Avenging Sin no longer tolerated Approved yourselves to be pure Pure in the matter Micky Galloway 5 8/1/2010 am Efforts to Avoid Repentance Deny the existence of sin. Deny personal guilt. 1 Sam. 15:13,15 Transfer responsibility for sin. Ezek. 18:20 Cover up sin. 1 Sam. 11 Harm those who expose sin. Mt. 14; Mk. 6; cf. Gal. 4:16 Gods Solution To Sin Repent & escape the wrath to come! (Luke 3:7-8) Micky Galloway 6 "); array_files[44]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(7)%20-%20The%20Rapture.pdf","2010-08-07","114K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Premillennialism (7) - The Rapture.pptx ","","","8/1/2010 pm Premillennialism The Rapture Lesson 7 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 We believe that next on the program of God comes the rapture when He takes the Church out of the world. (THE RAPTURE COMES NEXT, J. McGee, page 4). Premillennialism - The Rapture What Is The Rapture? 1. The word rapture comes from the Latin word rapare and is translated from the Greek word harpazo which is translated caught up in 1 Thessalonians 4:17. 2. It means, to snatch or catch away (VINES EXPOSITORY DICTIONARY OF NEW TESTAMENT WORDS, Vol. 1, Pg. 174). Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Post-tribulationism. 1.One of the leading views regarding the rapture of the church is that this event will occur in connection with Christs return to establish His millennial kingdom ... this follows rather than precedes the time of the tribulation... (THE MILLENNIAL KINGDOM, John Walvoord, pg. 248). 3. The point of contention then is the Biblical concept of being caught up versus the premillennial concept of the rapture. Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture 2.This theory holds that the church will continue on the earth until the second advent at the end of this present age, at which time the church will be caught up... (THINGS TO COME, J. Pentecost, pg. 164). DE A Meeting Satan Loosed J. W. T. Israel Church Age 7 years tribulation Millennium Resurrection J 3.According to this theory of the rapture, the church will experience the great tribulation caused by the Antichrist. RT Post-tribulation Rapture Micky Galloway 1 8/1/2010 pm Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Mid-tribulationism. 1.A compromise position between posttribulationism and pre-tribulationism has attracted some scholars who have held that the church will be raptured before the great tribulation, but not before some of the preceding events. (THE MILLENIAL KINGDOM, John Walvoord, pg. 250). Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture 2.According to this theory of the rapture, the church will be on earth for the first half of the tribulation, but will miss the second half, or the great tribulation itself. 3.This position is not held by very many with dispensational premillennial ideas. DE A Meeting Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Satan Loosed J. W. T. Israel Church Age 7 years tribulation Millennium J Partial-rapture. 1. ...only especially qualified saints will be raptured before the tribulation, and that others will be raptured during the tribulation or at its close when they qualify spiritually. (THE MILLENIAL KINGDOM, John Walvoord, pg. 250-251). Resurrection RT Mid-tribulation 2. According to this theory, good works are necessary to qualify for the rapture (Walvoord) seeming to imply that one earns the right to be raptured. 3. Of all the different rapture theories this one is the Raptured on earth in midtribulation. least popular. DE A D Meeting Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Satan Loosed J. W. T. Israel Church Age 7 years tribulation Millennium J Partial- Rapture RT Pre-tribulationism. 1. This point of view holds that the rapture of the church occurs before the entire seven year period of Daniels seventieth week and can be expected at any moment of any day, and therefore emphasizes the immanency of the Lords return. (THE MILLENIAL KINGDOM, John Walvoord, pg. 251). Resurrection Rapture Good works necessary Micky Galloway 2 8/1/2010 pm Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture 2. According to this theory of the rapture, the church will leave the earth and be with Christ before the tribulation begins and will remain there until the tribulation ends. 3. Of all the different rapture theories, this is the most popular. DE A D Meeting Satan Loosed J. W. T. Israel Church Age 7 years tribulation Millennium Resurrection J R RT Pre-tribulation The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. Too many comings of Christ., 1.The Bible says Christ will come a second time (Acts 1:9-11; Heb. 9:28;1 Cor. 15:2324). 2.The premillennialists has Christ coming a second and third time and try to justify this by saying it is the second coming in phases. The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. Too many resurrections from the dead. 1.Because of the misunderstanding of Rev. 20:4-6 dispensationalists by necessity must teach a plurality of resurrections. (1) Church raised at the rapture. (2) O.T. saints and tribulations saints raised when Christ comes to set up his kingdom. (3) Wicked raised after millennium. DE A D Meeting Revelation 20:1-6 Satan Loosed J. W. Israel Church Age 7 years tribulation Millennium J R RT R T. a. This context is dealing with Christians who have been martyred. b.This is picturing the victory of the martyrs underneath the altar (Rev. 6:9). c. Those who had suffered under the great persecution are victorious in Christ. Micky Galloway 3 8/1/2010 pm Revelation 20:1-6 d. The cause for which they died has made them triumphant, and this is the first resurrection, that of the cause. e. This is a spiritual resurrection and not a physical one; there is no justification for making this a bodily resurrection. WHAT REVELATION 20:1-6 DOES NOT TEACH NOR MENTION The Second Coming of Christ. Reign of Christ on Earth. Jerusalem of Palestine. Thousand year reign of Christ on earth. A Bodily Resurrection. Rev. 20:1-6 does not mention us. The Bible Teaches There Is Only One Resurrection Of The Dead a. John 5:28-29 ALL the dead are included in this resurrection; there are two groups, the righteous and the wicked, but only one resurrection. b.Acts 24:15- A (singular) resurrection which includes both righteous and wicked. The Bible Teaches There Is Only One Resurrection Of The Dead c. Mt. 25:31-46 - The judgment scene showing both righteous and wicked are there at the same time, implying they were all raised at the same time. The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. The nature of the dispensational rapture is contrary to the Bible. 1.However, in the Rapture, only Christians see Him - its a mystery, a secret. THE LATE GREAT PLANET EARTH, H. Lindsey, pg. 131. The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. Further this passage teaches anything but a secret, mystery rapture. (1) The Lord will descend with a SHOUT. (2) With the VOICE of the archangel. (3) With the TRUMPET of God. (4) If any one can interpret that to mean something secret it is because language is robbed of its meaning MILLENIAL STUDIES, G. Murray, pg. 137. 2.The passage used to teach this theory of the rapture is 1 Thess. 4:13-17, but consider the context. Micky Galloway 4 8/1/2010 pm Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. The dead shall be raised, only one resurrection (1 Thess. 4:13-18; John 5:2829). The living shall be changed. 1 Cor. 15:5054 Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. At the resurrection comes the end of all physical things including physical death (1 Cor. 15:23-26; 54-55). It shall be an event that all know about. 1.All shall see him (Rev. 1:7). 2.There will be a great noise (1 Thess. 4:16; 2 Pet. 3:10). Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. C. This is the time that the world will be judged (Acts 17:31; Mt. 25:31-46). D. All those faithful Christians shall depart and be with the Lord forever (1 Thess. 4:1718). Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. The Bible likens the coming of the Lord to a bridegroom coming for his bride. Mt. 25:113. 1.Both the wise and foolish heard the midnight call. (vs. 6-7). 2.Some were ready, some were not (vs. 8-10). 3.Those ready met him with joy, those not ready received his judgment (vs. 10-12). Micky Galloway 5 "); array_files[45]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Seasoned%20With%20Salt.pdf","2010-08-07","131K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Seasoned With Salt.pptx ","","","7/25/2010 pm Seasoned With Salt Seasoned With Salt Colossians 4:1-6 We hear offensive speech all the time from those outside the Lord At work At school On the TV Proverbs 17:4-5 An evil-doer giveth heed to wicked lips 1 2 Seasoned With Salt When we hear this speech from our brethren, we must be even more concerned Worldly language Crude jokes Euphemisms Worldly Language Are we being influenced by those in our peer group? Saw the F word come up on a members Facebook page today. We must be aware of the influence this type of speech can have on us. I Corinthians 15:33 Be not deceived: Evil companionships corrupt good morals. 3 4 Colossians 4:2-6 Let your speech be always with grace Crude Jokes Some stories are just not worth telling Ephesians 4:29-30 Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth Euphemisms From the Greek words eu = good and pheme = to speak Merriam-Webster Dictionary the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant Are we substituting agreeable words for offensive ones? 5 6 Richard Lidh 1 7/25/2010 pm Seasoned With Salt We are to be a people set aside from the world John 15:18-19 ye are not of the world I Peter 2:9 But ye are ... a peculiar people (KJV) or But ye are ... a people for Gods own possession (ASV) 7 Seasoned With Salt We are to be a people set aside from the world I Peter 1:13-19 Ye shall be holy; for I am holy 8 What Must I Do To Be Saved? Hear the Word of God What Must I Do To Be Saved? Repent of your sins Romans 10:8 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach Believe in that Word Acts 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, that so there may come seasons of refreshing from the presence of the Lord Confess that Jesus is the Son of God Romans 10:11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be put to shame. 9 I John 4:15 Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God abideth in him, and he in God. 10 What Must I Do To Be Saved? Be immersed in water (baptized) Acts 2:38 And Peter (said) unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 11 Richard Lidh 2 "); array_files[46]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Seasoned%20With%20Salt.ppt","2010-08-07","833K","Seasoned%20With%20Salt.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp384776.ppt Training Topic #79 * * * * Training Topic #79 * * * * * * Training Topic #79 * * * Training Topic #79 * 7/25/2010 pm Richard Lidh * 7/25/2010 pm Richard Lidh * Seasoned With Salt Colossians 4:1-6 Seasoned With Salt We hear offensive speech all the time from those outside the Lord At work At school On the TV Proverbs 17:4-5 – “An evil-doer giveth heed to wicked lips” Seasoned With Salt When we hear this speech from our brethren, we must be even more concerned Worldly language Crude “jokes” Euphemisms Colossians 4:2-6 – “Let your speech be always with grace” Worldly Language Are we being influenced by those in our peer group? Saw the “F” word come up on a member’s Facebook page today. We must be aware of the influence this type of speech can have on us. I Corinthians 15:33 – “Be not deceived: Evil companionships corrupt good morals.” Crude “Jokes” Some stories are just not worth telling Ephesians 4:29-30 – “Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth” Euphemisms From the Greek words “eu” = good and “pheme” = to speak Merriam-Webster Dictionary “the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant” Are we substituting “agreeable” words for offensive ones? Seasoned With Salt We are to be a people set aside from the world John 15:18-19 – “ye are not of the world” I Peter 2:9 – “But ye are … a peculiar people” (KJV) or “But ye are … a people for Gods own possession” (ASV) Seasoned With Salt We are to be a people set aside from the world I Peter 1:13-19 – “Ye shall be holy; for I am holy” Hear the Word of God Romans 10:8 – “But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach” Believe in that Word Romans 10:11 – “For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be put to shame.” Repent of your sins Acts 3:19 – “Repent ye therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, that so there may come seasons of refreshing from the presence of the Lord” Confess that Jesus is the Son of God I John 4:15 – “Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God abideth in him, and he in God.” Be immersed in water (baptized) Acts 2:38 – “And Peter (said) unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” * 7/25/2010 pm Richard Lidh "); array_files[47]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Troas%20And%20Philippi-%20Come%20Over%20Into%20Macedonia%20And%20Help%20Us%20(Part%201).ppt","2010-08-07","1962K","Troas%20And%20Philippi-%20Come%20Over%20Into%20Macedonia%20And%20Help%20Us%20(Part%201).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp24716.ppt * * 7/11/2010 am Micky Galloway * 7/11/2010 am Micky Galloway * “Come Over Into Macedonia And Help Us” Acts 16:9 Acts 15-18 Starts Here Acts 15-18 Starts Here Come help us! Philippi, was as Troas, a Roman colony, in the province of Macedonia. It was on the main road, Via Ignatia, from Thessalonica to Constantinople. There was no Jewish synagogue in Philippi. So, seemingly, prayer meetings were held by the riverside and in other places around the city. Acts 16:13,16 It was at one of these meetings that the gospel was preach, believed, and obeyed. Acts 16:13-15 Conversion of Lydia. Who was Lydia? The sermon presented to her. cf. Acts 13 How Did The Lord Open Her Heart? a.What is the heart? Thinks, Prov. 23:7; Mt. 9:4; Reasons, Mk. 2:8; Understands, Mt. 13:15; Believes, Rom. 10:10; Condemns, 1 John 3:20 b.How was her heart opened? Not by direct operation of H.S. cf. Rom. 10:17; Acts 15:7-9 Conversion of Lydia Does “her household” include infant baptism? Assumes too much! a.That Lydia was married. b.That she had children. c.That she had them with her. d.That they were too young to believe. e.That they were also baptized. Conversion of the Jailor. Who was the Jailor? a.An unbeliever solemnly charged at the peril of his life to keep Paul and Silas securely. Vs. 23 b.Attempts suicide supposing the prisoners had escaped. Vs. 27-28 c.Fell trembling before Paul and Silas. Vs. 29 Conversion of the Jailor. His question: “What must I do to be saved.” a.Not saved from terrors of earthquake... passed. b.Not saved from Roman penalty... prisoners all there. c.But saved from divine condemnation. d.What must I do? Not what must God or H.S. do. A. Spreading the gospel. Phil. 1:5; 4:15; cf. 2 Cor. 11:8-9 B.Relieving the needs of the saints. 1.They first gave themselves. 2 Cor. 8:1-5; Rom. 15:26 C.Obedient in Paul’s presence as well as in his absence. Phil. 2:12-13 A.The need of spreading the gospel today is just as important as it was when Paul received the appeal in a night vision long ago. B.Just as the civil, social, economical, and religious conditions had their effect upon the preaching of the gospel in Paul’s day, so it does today as well. Conclusion: The expansion of the gospel depends upon all of us....! * 7/11/2010 am Micky Galloway "); array_files[48]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Troas%20And%20Philippi-%20Come%20Over%20Into%20Macedonia%20And%20Help%20Us%20(Part%202).ppt","2010-08-07","1794K","Troas%20And%20Philippi-%20Come%20Over%20Into%20Macedonia%20And%20Help%20Us%20(Part%202).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp395845.ppt * * 7/18/2010 am Micky Galloway * 7/18/2010 am Micky Galloway * “Come Over Into Macedonia And Help Us” Acts 16:9 (Part 2) Acts 15-18 Starts Here Come help us! Philippi, was as Troas, a Roman colony, in the province of Macedonia. It was on the main road, via Ignatia, from Thessalonica to Constantinople. There was no Jewish synagogue in Philippi. So, seemingly, prayer meetings were held by the riverside and in other places around the city. Acts 16:13,16 It was at one of these meetings that the gospel was preach, believed, and obeyed. Acts 16:13-15 Conversion of Lydia. Who was Lydia? The sermon presented to her. Cf. Acts 13 How Did The Lord Open Her Heart? a.What is the heart? Thinks, Prov. 23:7; Mt. 9:4; Reasons, Mk. 2:8; Understands, Mt. 13:15; Believes, Rom. 10:10; Condemns, 1 Jno. 3:20 b.How was her heart opened? Not by direct operation of H.S. cf. Rom. 10:17; Acts 15:7-9 Conversion of the Jailor. Who was the Jailor. a.An unbeliever solemnly charged at the peril of his life to keep Paul and Silas securely. Vs. 23 b.Attempts suicide supposing the prisoners had escaped. Vs. 27-28 c.Fell trembling before Paul and Silas. Vs. 29 Conversion of the Jailor. His question: “What must I do to be saved.” a.Not saved from terrors of earthquake... passed. b.Not saved from Roman penalty... prisoners all there. c.But saved from divine condemnation. d.What must I do? Not what must God or H.S. do. A. Spreading the gospel. Phil. 1:5; 4:15; Cf. 2 Cor. 11:8-9 B.Relieving the needs of the saints. 1.They first gave themselves. 2 Cor. 8:1-5; 9:1ff; Rom. 15:26 C.Obedient in Paul’s presence as well as in his absence. Phil. 2:12-13 Acts 15-18 Starts Here Come help us! A.The need of spreading the gospel today is just as important as it was when Paul received the appeal in a night vision long ago. B.Just as the civil, social, economical, and religious conditions had their effect upon the preaching of the gospel in Paul’s day, so it does today as well. 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Mt. 25:1-13 The gospel is the power of God to save Jews and Gentiles. Rom. 1:16 God’s Jew today is the one who has the same kind of faith that Abraham had. Rom. 4:16; cf. Rom. 2:28; Gal. 3:26-29 What about Revelation 20:1-6? a.Rev. 1:1-3... John is discussing things which must “shortly come to pass,” things that were “signified by his angel”. cf. Rev. 22:6 b.Jesus said concerning his kingdom, “My kingdom is not of this world” and refused to be crowned as an earthly king. John 18:36; 6:15. c.Therefore, if this symbolic chapter is to conform to the rest of the Bible, we must not attach any meaning to it that is not otherwise taught in the Bible. The Second Coming of Christ. Reign of Christ on Earth. Jerusalem of Palestine. Thousand years reign of Christ on earth. A Bodily Resurrection. Revelation 20:1-6 does not mention us. To provide an end of the preparation time. Mt. 25:1-13 To Raise The Dead, BOTH GOOD AND BAD. 1.John 5:28-29 “ALL that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth…” 2.Acts 24:15 “that there shall be a resurrection both of the just and the unjust.” Judgment Of The Wicked Shall Be At THE LAST DAY. John 12:48 “He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in THE LAST DAY.” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 … No Second Resurrection In This Passage. He Is Coming For The Judgment Of ALL... Rev. 22:12 “And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.” cf. Jude 14-15; Mt. 16:27. Acts 17:30-31 It is an appointed day and Christ will be the judge. Romans 14:10-12 We must all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. The living will be changed. 1 Corinthians 15:51-52. The living will have their physical body changed into a spiritual body. Philippians 3:20-21. We will have a glorious body like Christ. 1 John 3:2. Christ will deliver up the kingdom to the Father. 1 Cor. 15:22-28. The Earth will be destroyed. 2 Pet. 3:10-11. Jesus said “..be ye also ready; for in an hour that ye think not the son of man cometh.” Mt. 24:44 Also, “Watch therefore, for ye know not the day nor the hour.” Mt. 25:13 * 7/18/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 7/18/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[51]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Corinth%20-%20Fightings%20Within%20And%20Without.ppt","2010-08-07","1228K","Corinth%20-%20Fightings%20Within%20And%20Without.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp155167.ppt * * 7/25/2010 am Micky Galloway * 7/25/2010 am Micky Galloway * Fightings Within And Without Acts 18:1-11 I. The Problem Of Carnality (1:10-4:21). A. They exalted men. B. They emphasized human wisdom. C. They made class distinctions. II. The Problem Of Immorality (5:1; 6:9-20). A. They harbored a fornicator in the church. B. Paul demanded discipline. C. The purpose was two-fold: 1. That the guilty party might be brought to repentance. 2. That the church might be spared contamination. D. The philosophical argument. III. The Problem Of Contention (6:1-8). A. They were taking each other to court. B. Remember, the saints shall judge the world and angels. C. The remedy: 1. Let those who are least esteemed judge. 2. Take wrong. IV. The Problem Of Family Trouble (7:1-40). A. Gods order is monogamy. B. Marriage is a mutual reciprocal relationship. C. Advice for the mixed marriage of believer and unbeliever. D. To marry or not to marry. V. The Problem Of Authorized Liberty (8:1-13; 10:14-33). A. There are authorized liberties. B. Eating meats sacrificed to idols was such a question. C. Knowledge must be tempered by love. D. What it means to offend a brother. VI. The Problem Of Paying The Preacher (9:1-27). A. Paul was willing to support himself when necessary. B. They who preach the gospel should live of the gospel. VII. The Problem Of Temptation (10:1-13). A. No ones temptation is unique. B. This fact is illustrated. VIII. The Problem Of Divine Order (11:1-16). A. Gods order of relationships. B. The veil was a matter of custom. C. Customs and styles change. D. The principle of this chapter is constant. IX. The Problem Of Irreverence (11:17-34). A. They desecrated the Lords supper. B. The Lords supper often desecrated in our assemblies. X. The Problem Of Ignorance (1 Cor. 12-14). A. They were ignorant over spiritual gifts. B. A paradox: the church with the greatest zeal for spiritual gifts was the church with the most problems. XI. The Problem Of Apostasy (15:1-58). A. The importance of the resurrection. B. Denial of the resurrection is the end of apostasy. C. Pauls defense of the resurrection. * 7/25/2010 am Micky Galloway "); array_files[52]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Athens%20-%20Times%20Of%20Ignorance.ppt","2010-08-07","3485K","Athens%20-%20Times%20Of%20Ignorance.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp222271.ppt 8/1/2010 am Micky Galloway * Athens: Times Of Ignorance Acts 17:16-31 Athens: Ignorance Athens: Ignorance Athens: Ignorance Athens: Ignorance Greece: Athens, Acropolis The famous Acropolis at Athens was built as a home for Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Athens: Ignorance Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Nike Temple The Temple of Nike located on the Acropolis at Athens. Nike was the goddess of victory. Athena Nike was an attribute both of Athena, the goddess of wisdom, and the chief god Zeus. She was looked to as a mediator of success between gods and men. Athens: Ignorance Athens: Ignorance Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon The Parthenon, located on the Acropolis at Athens, is the main temple of the Greek goddess Athena. The name Parthenon comes from the term Athena Parthenos (Athena the Virgin). Athena Parthenos was the patron goddess of the city. Athens: Ignorance Athens: Ignorance The Temple of Zeus at Athens. Zeus was the chief god of the pantheon. He was a sky and weather god who is identified with the Roman god Jupiter. Zeus sent lightning, thunder, rain and wind. The thunderbolt was his main weapon. He was the father, ruler and protector of gods and men. The Unknown GodActs 17:23 The Times Of Ignorance Ignorance was man’s. God did not ignore sin, but took initiative to redeem. Rom. 5:8 God dealt with sin in previous ages. Hosea 4:6 What does it mean, God “overlooked” sin? God did not punish man with the full measure of his wrath. cf. Acts 14:16-17 God showed forbearance while executing His scheme of Redemption. Rom. 3:21-26; cf. Gal. 4:4-5 God CommandsRepentance Acts 17:30-31 God CommandsRepentance Acts 17:30-31 “All men everywhere…” Rom 3:23 “for all have sinned…” Rom 4:15 “…where there is no law, neither is there transgression.” Therefore, all are under law! REPENTANCECOMMANDED By John. Mt. 3:2 By Jesus. Mt. 4:17; Lk. 13:3,5 Great Commission. Lk. 24:47 By Disciples. Mk. 6:12 By Apostles. Acts 2:38; 11:18 REPENTANCE metanoia – “a change of mind for the better, heartily to AMEND with abhorrence of one’s past sins.” (Thayer, 405) “This change of mind involves BOTH a turning from sin and a turning to God.” (W.E. Vine, Vol. 3, pg. 281) “John did not call on people to be sorry, but to change their mental attitudes AND CONDUCT.” (A.T. Robertson, Word Pictures, Vol. 1, pg. 24) Examples of Repentance Jews on Pentecost. Acts 2 Ninevites. Mt. 12:41; cf. Jonah 3:10 Rebellious son. Mt. 21:28-29 Prodigal son. Luke 15:11-21 These all brought forth fruit worthy of repentance! cf. Lk. 3:8; Acts 26:19-20 Examples of Repentance Thessalonians turned from idols. 1 Thess. 1:9 Ephesians burned their books. Acts 19:19 Jailor “washed their stripes.” Acts 16:33 Corinthians turned from former practices. 1 Cor. 6:9-11 These all brought forth fruit worthy of repentance! cf. Lk. 3:8; Acts 26:19-20 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 DESIRE TO REPENT – Luke 3:10 Effect of gospel on the heart – Acts 2: 37-38 Godly sorrow for one’s sin – 2 Cor. 7:10;cf. Mt. 26:69-27:5 cf. Simon - Acts 8:20-24 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 Positive – Something to be done. Luke 3:10-11 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 Negative- Some things “must” be stopped – Luke 3:10-14 Repudiation of sin Ephesian idolaters – Acts 19:18-19 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS “MUST” BE DONE – Luke 3:11-14 Restitution of wrong (as able) Zacchaeus – Luke 19:8-9 (Lev. 6:1-7) “In vain may anyone tell me that he repents… stealing my horse while he continues to ride him without my consent…” (Brents, page 191) Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 SOME THINGS “MUST” BE DONE – Luke 3:11-14 Reformation of conduct Regret (sorrow) causes change – Mt. 21:28-32; Luke 15:18; 1 Cor. 6:9-11 Rebuked for not learning this – Mt. 21:31-32 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 COSTLY – Luke 14:25-33 Giving up sin – Ephesians 4:17-24 The cost can be very great – Acts 19:19 Demands of RepentanceLuke 3:8-14 EMOTIONAL – Ezra 10:44 Does not change the nature or the demands of repentance Liar – Eph. 4:25 Thief – Eph. 4:28 Adulterer – 1 Cor. 6:9-11 Does Not Remove Temporal Consequences Convicted murderer does not escape death penalty. Acts 25:11 Convicted thief does not escape “due reward.” Luke 23:40-43 Convicted prodigal does not regain wasted money. Luke 15:13 Convicted adulterer not free to “marry another” or continue adultery. Mt. 19:9 What Produces Repentance? Bible preaching. cf. Jonah 3:1-2 “Preach the preaching that I bid thee.” cf. Luke 11:32 The goodness of God. Rom. 2:4 The Judgment to come. Acts 17:30-31 Godly sorrow. 2 Cor. 7:10 Fruits of Repentance-“For behold…” 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Earnest care – Haste (with care) to correct sin Clearing – Diligent change answered critics Indignation – Displeasure over previous sin Fear – Dread of not pleasing God Longing – Earnest desire to do & be right Fruits of Repentance-“For behold…” 2 Corinthians 7:11 Can see the effects of repentance! Zeal – Fervent spirit, not apathetic neglect Avenging – Sin no longer tolerated Approved yourselves to be pure – Pure in the matter Efforts to Avoid Repentance Deny the existence of sin. Deny personal guilt. 1 Sam. 15:13,15 Transfer responsibility for sin. Ezek. 18:20 Cover up sin. 1 Sam. 11 Harm those who expose sin. Mt. 14; Mk. 6; cf. Gal. 4:16 God’s Solution To Sin Repent & escape the wrath to come! (Luke 3:7-8) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 "); array_files[53]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(7)%20-%20The%20Rapture.ppt","2010-08-07","2018K","Premillennialism%20(7)%20-%20The%20Rapture.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp199477.ppt * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * Premillennialism –The RaptureLesson 7 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Premillennialism - The Rapture What Is The Rapture? 1.The word rapture comes from the Latin word rapare and is translated from the Greek word harpazo which is translated caught up in 1 Thessalonians 4:17. It means, to snatch or catch away (VINES EXPOSITORY DICTIONARY OF NEW TESTAMENT WORDS, Vol. 1, Pg. 174). The point of contention then is the Biblical concept of being caught up versus the premillennial concept of the rapture. Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture 2.This theory holds that the church will continue on the earth until the second advent at the end of this present age, at which time the church will be caught up… (THINGS TO COME, J. Pentecost, pg. 164). 3.According to this theory of the rapture, the church will experience the great tribulation caused by the Antichrist. Israel A 7 years tribulation Meeting Rapture Revelation RT J Millennium Satan Loosed Resurrection J. W. T. DE Church Age Post-tribulation Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture 2.According to this theory of the rapture, the church will be on earth for the first half of the tribulation, but will miss the second half, or the great tribulation itself. 3.This position is not held by very many with dispensational premillennial ideas. Israel A 7 years tribulation Meeting Raptured on earth in mid- tribulation. Revelation RT J Millennium Satan Loosed Resurrection J. W. T. DE Church Age Mid-tribulation Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Israel A D Church Age 7 years tribulation Meeting Revelation RT J Millennium Satan Loosed Resurrection J. W. T. DE Rapture – Good works necessary Partial- Rapture Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Different Views Of Premillennialists Of The Rapture Israel A D Church Age 7 years tribulation R Meeting Rapture Revelation RT J Millennium Satan Loosed Resurrection J. W. T. DE Pre-tribulation The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. Israel A D Church Age 7 years tribulation R Meeting Rapture Revelation RT J Millennium Satan Loosed J. W. T. DE R Revelation 20:1-6 Revelation 20:1-6 WHAT REVELATION 20:1-6 DOES NOT TEACH NOR MENTION The Second Coming of Christ. Reign of Christ on Earth. Jerusalem of Palestine. Thousand year reign of Christ on earth. A Bodily Resurrection. Rev. 20:1-6 does not mention us. The Bible Teaches There Is Only One Resurrection Of The Dead The Bible Teaches There Is Only One Resurrection Of The Dead The nature of the dispensational rapture is contrary to the Bible. 1.However, in the Rapture, only Christians see Him - its a mystery, a secret. THE LATE GREAT PLANET EARTH, H. Lindsey, pg. 131. 2.The passage used to teach this theory of the rapture is 1 Thess. 4:13-17, but consider the context. The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. Further this passage teaches anything but a secret, mystery rapture. (1)The Lord will descend with a SHOUT. (2)With the VOICE of the archangel. (3)With the TRUMPET of God. (4)If any one can interpret that to mean something secret it is because language is robbed of its meaning MILLENIAL STUDIES, G. Murray, pg. 137. The Errors Of The Premillennial View Of The Rapture. Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. C.This is the time that the world will be judged (Acts 17:31; Mt. 25:31-46). D.All those faithful Christians shall depart and be with the Lord forever (1 Thess. 4:17-18). Review Of What The Bible Says Will Occur At The Second Coming. The Bible likens the coming of the Lord to a bridegroom coming for his bride. Mt. 25:1-13. 1.Both the wise and foolish heard the midnight call. (vs. 6-7). 2.Some were ready, some were not (vs. 8-10). 3.Those ready met him with joy, those not ready received his judgment (vs. 10-12). * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 8/1/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[54]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_7-18-10.htm","2010-07-31","10K","Bulletin Article for July 18, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for July 18, 2010 Now To Abraham Were The Promises Spoken Galatians 3:16 by Micky Galloway This passage references the promises that God made to Abraham in Genesis 12:1-3, Now Jehovah said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy fathers house, unto the land that I will show thee. And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great. And be thou a blessing. And I will bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will I curse. And in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed. In this we see three promises made. For our purposes we will consider them in the following order. The Nation Promise: This was the first promise to be fulfilled. From the time of this promise to the giving of the Law, Paul identified to be 430 years (Galatians 3:17). At the time this promise was made Abraham was old and had no children. How could he have a great nation descend from him? Paul tells us in Romans 4:18-22, Who in hope believed against hope, to the end that he might become a father of many nations, according to that which had been spoken, So shall thy seed be. And without being weakened in faith he considered his own body now as good as dead (he being about a hundred years old), and the deadness of Sarahs womb; yet, looking unto the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but waxed strong through faith, giving glory to God, and being fully assured that what he had promised, he was able also to perform. Wherefore also it was reckoned unto him for righteousness. When the promised child was finally born, Abraham was told to, Take now thy son, thine only son, whom thou lovest, even Isaac, and get thee into the land of Moriah. And offer him there for a burnt-offering upon one of the mountains which I will tell thee of (Genesis 22:2). Abraham willingly went to offer his son, accounting that God (is) able to raise up, even from the dead (Hebrews 11:19). Abrahams faith was reckoned unto him for righteousness; and he was called the friend of God (James 2:23). When the descendants of Abraham stood at the foot of Mt. Sinai, God himself called this multitude of two or three million people a holy nation (Exodus 19:5). God had kept His promise to make of Abraham a great nation. The Land Promise: When God promised Abraham a land, he defined the borders of the land (see Genesis 15:18). After the death of Moses, Joshua would be the one to lead this great nation of people into the land (Joshua 1:6). That Joshua led them into the exact land cannot be disputed. Joshua 21:43-45 says, So Jehovah gave unto Israel all the land which he sware to give unto their fathers; and they possessed it, and dwelt therein. And Jehovah gave them rest round about, according to all that he sware unto their fathers: and there stood not a man of all their enemies before them; Jehovah delivered all their enemies into their hand. There failed not aught of any good thing which Jehovah had spoken unto the house of Israel; all came to pass. Also, Joshua warned the people, And, behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth: and ye know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which Jehovah your God spake concerning you; all are come to pass unto you, not one thing hath failed thereof. And it shall come to pass, that as all the good things are come upon you of which Jehovah your God spake unto you, so will Jehovah bring upon you all the evil things, until he have destroyed you from off this good land which Jehovah your God hath given you. When ye transgress the covenant of Jehovah your God, which he commanded you, and go and serve other gods, and bow down yourselves to them; then will the anger of Jehovah be kindled against you, and ye shall perish quickly from off the good land which he hath given unto you (Joshua 23:14-16). Yet, some still deny that God gave them all the land he promised to Abraham. Note that David recovered a lost portion in II Samuel 8:3. How could something be recovered that had never been possessed? Further, Solomon reigned over all this land and the inhabitants paid taxes to Solomon (I Kings 4:21; II Chronicles 8:7-9). Nehemiah affirms that God fulfilled the land promise, having identified the borders, for thou art righteous (Nehemiah 9:7-8). The land promise of Genesis 12 and 15 is fulfilled because God keeps his promises. The Seed Promise: God had said to Abraham, And in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed (Genesis 12:3). Time passes and there is no mention of the promised seed. Israel rebels during the judges and asks for a king (I Samuel 8). Saul son of Kish becomes the first king in Israel. Saul rebels against God, and David, son of Jesse, becomes king in Israel. During the reign of David, reference is again made to the promise. Nathan said to David, When thy days are fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, that shall proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom. He shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom for ever (II Samuel 7:12-13). This was about 1,000 years before Christ and about 500 years after the Law was given on Mt. Sinai. Other details given by David are recorded in Psalms 22, Psalms 110, etc. After Davids death his son Solomon reigned in Israel for 40 years. After Solomons death his son Rehoboam became king. Rehoboams lack of judgment divided the people of God into two kingdoms (I Kings 12). The northern kingdom appointed Jeroboam to be king (I Kings 11:38; 12:20). Sadly, there was not one good king in the succession of kings in the northern kingdom. During this time, Isaiah threatened captivity to this rebellious people. He also prophesied about the promised seed, Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever (Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7). This was about 700 years before Christ. Samaria, capital of the northern kingdom of Israel fell to the Assyrians in 722 BC Jerusalem, capital of Judah fell to the Babylonians in 586 BC. During this time Daniel prophesied, And in the days of those kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed, nor shall the sovereignty thereof be left to another people; but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever (Daniel 2:44). Seventy years after the Babylonian captivity a remnant was restored to the land. Then 400 years pass while God is silent. Seed Promise Fulfilled In NT Times. John the Baptist preaches, Repent ye, the kingdom of heaven is at hand (Matthew 3:2). Jesus, the apostles and the 70 preach the same message (Matthew 4:17; Matthew 10:7; Luke 10:9). It is not by accident that the NT begins with, The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham (Matthew 1:1). Jesus the Savior was born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:21-23) of the seed of David (II Samuel 7:14-16; cf. Luke 1:26-33) of the seed of Abraham (Genesis 12:3; cf. Galatians 3:16), just as God had promised in the long ago. This became the theme of the preaching of the apostles beginning in Acts 2 when Peter preached that Jesus of Nazareth is the Christ. Let all the house of Israel therefore know assuredly, that God hath made him both Lord and Christ, this Jesus whom ye crucified. Now when they heard (this,) they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and the rest of the apostles, Brethren, what shall we do? And Peter (said) unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For to you is the promise, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, (even) as many as the Lord our God shall call unto him (Acts 2:36-39). In the sermon presented in Acts 3:25-26, Peter makes it clear that the promise to Abraham was a promise of forgiveness. Ye are the sons of the prophets, and of the covenant which God made with your fathers, saying unto Abraham, And in thy seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed. Unto you first God, having raised up his Servant, sent him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from your iniquities. The apostle Paul gives a summation of the promise to Abraham in Galatians 3:26-29 when he says, For ye are all sons of God, through faith, in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ did put on Christ. There can be neither Jew nor Greek, there can be neither bond nor free, there can be no male and female; for ye all are one (man) in Christ Jesus. And if ye are Christs, then are ye Abrahams seed, heirs according to promise. Thank God that He has kept His promise, for through His promised Son we have redemption, the forgiveness of our sins. "); array_files[55]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_7-25-10.htm","2010-07-31","8K","Bulletin Article for July 25, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for July 25, 2010 Jacob And Esau by Chris Simmons Editors Note: The Bible is not a collection of disjointed stories and antidotes, but is in fact an unveiling of Gods plan to redeem man from his sins. As Bible students endeavor to understand Gods will, its important to have a framework in which they understand the context of the stories and accounts contained in the Bible. We are attempting to present a series of articles that will help Bible students, young and old, to have such a framework that will help us to see the big picture as we study the individual accounts of Gods word. Thus far, we have started in the beginning with the creation of all things, the fall of man and Gods first prophecy of hope (Genesis 3:15). We have looked at their children, Cain and Abel, and our first example of what it means to walk by faith. Next we studied Noah and his faithfulness in a world consumed by sin. For the last two weeks, the studies have focused on Abraham and the relationship between belief, obedience and righteousness and then the foundational promises (land, nation and seed) that God gave to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3). Today, we will look to the offspring of Abraham, his grandsons Jacob and Esau. The promises to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3) were repeated to his son Isaac (Genesis 26:3-4) as God reminded Isaac of what would come through his seed. Isaac married Rebekah and after some period of time in which Rebekah was barren (nearly 22 years), Isaacs prayers (Genesis 25:21) were answered and she became pregnant with twin sons. The Lord explained to her regarding these sons, Two nations are in your womb; and two peoples shall be separated from your body; and one people shall be stronger than the other; and the older shall serve the younger (Genesis 25:23). At the time of delivery, Esau came first and Jacob followed meaning God had chosen that Esau would be subservient to his brother Jacob. God said two nations would come from the two sons but only one would be the nation of promise to Abraham. We read in Malachi 1:2-3 that I have loved Jacob; but I have hated Esau. What does this mean? It is not teaching that God harbored anger and animosity towards Esau nor does it establish that God approved of everything that Jacob would do in his life. Rather, it simply illustrates Gods sovereign right to determine how He would bring about His plan to save man. In an article by Joe Price, I believe he expressed well this point when he said, God made a choice of one (Jacob, along with his descendants) and not the other (Esau and his descendants) to fulfill the divine purposes of God (Messiah, etc.) Gods choice was not regarding their salvation, but their place in accomplishing the divine purposes of human redemption (sending Christ into the world). This is what Paul stated in Romans 9:10-13, And not only this, but there was Rebekah also, when she had conceived twins by one man, our father Isaac; for though the twins were not yet born, and had not done anything good or bad, in order that Gods purpose according to His choice might stand, not because of works, but because of Him who calls, it was said to her, The older will serve the younger. Just as it is written, Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated. It was Gods choice that the promise of redemption come through the lineage of Jacob and not Esau, just as it was Gods choice that all men be saved in the same way, through faith and obedience in the gospel. Acts 15:7, Brethren, you know that in the early days God made a choice among you, that by my mouth the Gentiles should hear the word of the gospel and believe. We need to learn and appreciate from Jacob and Esau the message of Gods sovereign rule. God is the potter and we are the clay. Jeremiah 18:5-8, Then the word of the Lord came to me saying, Can I not, O house of Israel, deal with you as this potter does? declares the Lord. Behold, like the clay in the potters hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel. At one moment I might speak concerning a nation or concerning a kingdom to uproot, to pull down, or to destroy it. The other important aspect to note are the events that led to Jacob receiving the birthright and blessings of His father Isaac. It began in Genesis chapter 25 when Esau returned from working in the fields and he was famished (weary) and was in need of some nourishment. Jacob had cooked some food (red stuff (NASB), red stew (NKJV), lentil stew (verse 34)) and Esau asked for some from his brother. Jacob asked for Esau to sell him his birthright in return and Esau did so as he reasoned Behold I am about to die; so of what use then is the birthright to me? It is said that trading the blessing of his birthright for a single meal illustrated how he truly despised such a valuable blessing (verse 34). What a horrible decision Esau made and how he regretted it later (Hebrews 12:17). May we never make such short-sighted decisions in our life that we eternally regret. In making his decision, Esau chose the physical and sensual over that which is spiritual. He allowed a fleshly mindset to rule rather than a spiritual mindset (Romans 8:5-8) and when we do that, we cannot please God. Esaus mind certainly wasnt set on the things above (Colossians 3:1-2) when he was sowing to his own flesh (Galatians 6:8). Secondly, he chose the here and now over that which the future held for him. Satan continues to tempt the faithful man to trade divine promises to come in the future, for human rewards in the present moment (cf. Hebrews 11:20; 13:14). Third, Esau chose that which is fleeting and temporary over that which is lasting and eternal. A meal which would benefit him for just a few hours versus a birthright without expiration (I Peter 1:4). Moses is an example of one who did not do as Esau did but rather chose that which was to come and which is eternal over something that would please him but for a moment. Hebrews 11:24-26, By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaohs daughter; choosing rather to endure ill-treatment with the people of God, than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin; considering the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he was looking to the reward. We do the same thing today as Esau did whenever we choose the temporal pleasures of fleshly lust (i.e. the passing pleasures of sin) over our hope of an eternal reward with God in heaven as fellow heirs with Christ (Romans 8:17). For this reason, Esau, and those who make similar choices today, is described as godless (NASB) or profane (KJV & ASV). This word is defined as that which lacks all relationship or affinity to God (Vines Expository Dictionary of Biblical Words). We sacrifice our relationship and fellowship with God whenever we choose to pursue the lusts of men over the will of God (I Peter 4:2). So a study of Jacob and Esau is really a study about choices. About Gods choice that the Messiah would come through the lineage of Jacob and about our choice whether to seek after the deferred spiritual rewards that God has promised or the immediate satisfaction of the lusts of our flesh. "); array_files[56]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_8-1-10.htm","2010-07-31","8K","Bulletin Article for August 1, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for August 1, 2010 Joseph The Providence Of God by Micky Galloway The story of Joseph is one of the greatest lessons on the providence of God. Joseph is a major character of the Old Testament upon which the scheme of redemption rests. Were it not for Joseph the nation of Israel, through whom Christ came, would not have developed. The lesson of Joseph is the longest running narrative in the Old Testament, perhaps with the exception of Abraham. The story of Joseph is not given to entertain, but to learn of the great providence of God in the preservation of Israel before the nation ever came to be. In this study we want to learn the purpose of this narrative by asking and attempting to answer three questions. First, Why should God use so much space in giving the story of Joseph? Certainly in the use of so much space in Scripture we see the providence of God working throughout the life of Joseph. As Joseph identifies himself to his brothers he said, And now be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life. For these two years hath the famine been in the land: and there are yet five years, in which there shall be neither plowing nor harvest. And God sent me before you to preserve you a remnant in the earth, and to save you alive by a great deliverance. So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and ruler over all the land of Egypt (Genesis 45:5-8). In this story Joseph had stored up grain to preserve life in a time of famine for many nations. Why was Joseph able to do this? The King had appointed him to this job, but why? Joseph had interpreted the dream which the King had about seven lean cows coming up out of the river and consuming seven fat cows and yet the lean cattle grew no fatter. But why had Joseph interpreted his dream? Because Joseph had been in prison and the Kings servant in prison knew of Josephs ability to interpret dreams. The servant had forgotten Joseph for some time until the Kings dream. Had you considered what if the servant of the king had remembered Joseph immediately upon his release, how different the story would have been? Yet, Joseph remained in prison until sent for to interpret the Kings dream. But why was Joseph in prison? Because he had been falsely accused by Potiphars wife of making improper advances toward her. This woman had made numerous advances day by day toward Joseph, but he refused her, saying, he is not greater in this house than I; neither hath he kept back anything from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God? (Genesis 39:9). But why was Joseph in Egypt, in Potiphars house? Because his brothers hated him and sold him to a caravan of traders heading for Egypt. Have you considered what a difference it would have made in the story of Joseph if the traders had been traveling north instead of south to Egypt, or if they had not arrived at the time when the brothers of Joseph were determined to dispose of him? Or have you considered what a difference it would have made if his brothers liked him instead of hating him or killed him instead of selling him? God took so much space in telling this story that we might know that God can over rule the wickedness of man and use it to accomplish His purposes. And as for you, ye meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive (Genesis 50:20). Second, When Joseph rose to a place of second in command of all Egypt, why didnt he just go home to the land of Canaan? Why did he remain there, collect grain for seven years of plenty and distribute grain through two years of the famine, and never go home to be with his father or see his brothers again? Perhaps he did not want to. His brothers had badly mistreated him, even threatening to kill him. They had lead his father to believe he had been killed. And they took Josephs coat, and killed a he-goat, and dipped the coat in the blood; and they sent the coat of many colors, and they brought it to their father, and said, This have we found: know now whether it is thy sons coat or not. And he knew it, and said, It is my sons coat: an evil beast hath devoured him; Joseph is without doubt torn in pieces. And Jacob rent his garments, and put sackcloth upon his loins, and mourned for his son many days. And all his sons and all his daughters rose up to comfort him; but he refused to be comforted; and he said, For I will go down to Sheol to my son mourning. And his father wept for him (Genesis 37:31-35). Furthermore, his father was rich, had many servants and never came to look for him. Perhaps Joseph just wanted to forget. He married and named his son, Manasseh, which means I have forgotten. And Joseph called the name of the first-born Manasseh: For, (said he), God hath made me forget all my toil, and all my fathers house (Genesis 41:51). Third, Why should God select twelve men who were hard-hearted enough to sell their brother as a slave, to become the founders and leaders of twelve tribes of people who would be called the chosen people for 1500 years of the history of the world? If God wanted to bring up a chosen nation, why should he select these men to be the head of that nation? When these brothers of Joseph came to Egypt to buy grain, through a series of events Josephs younger brother Benjamin was brought with them and stood before Joseph accused of stealing the governors cup that had been hidden in his sack. Then, Judah and his brethren came to Josephs house; and he was yet there: and they fell before him on the ground. And Joseph said unto them, What deed is this that ye have done? know ye not that such a man as I can indeed divine? And Judah said, What shall we say unto my lord? what shall we speak? or how shall we clear ourselves? God hath found out the iniquity of thy servants: behold, we are my lords bondmen, both we, and he also in whose hand the cup is found (Genesis 44:14-16). Judah and his brothers plead for the life of Benjamin. Judah offers to stay in Egypt in the stead of his brother. Now therefore, let thy servant, I pray thee, abide instead of the lad a bondman to my lord; and let the lad go up with his brethren. For how shall I go up to my father, if the lad be not with me? lest I see the evil that shall come on my father (Genesis 44:33-34). Joseph is touched and tenderly identifies himself to his brothers. Then Joseph could not refrain himself before all them that stood before him; and he cried, Cause every man to go out from me. And there stood no man with him, while Joseph made himself known unto his brethren. And he wept aloud: and the Egyptians heard, and the house of Pharaoh heard (Genesis 45:1-2). To answer our third question, Why did God select men who had sold their brother to be the founders of a new nation? These were not the same men who had participated in such an ungodly act. Forty days after Peter had cursed and swore that he did not know the Lord, he preached the first sermon, opening the doors of the church. Certainly, we do not want to be judged for the worst thing we ever did, but for the repentance and sorrow that exists for what we did. The brothers of Joseph volunteered to give themselves for the life of Benjamin. The providence of God is seen on every page of the story of Joseph. Joseph was sent by God into Egypt to preserve life, to preserve a remnant in the earth and to save alive by a great deliverance those descending from Abraham. Without Joseph, there would be no scheme of redemption, no nation of Israel, and no Savior of the seed of Abraham. "); array_files[57]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/What%20We%20Teach%20By%20Partaking%20Of%20The%20Lords%20Supper.pdf","2010-07-10","29K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - What We Teach By Partaking Of The Lords Supper.pptx ","","","7/4/2010 am Our Actions Teach What We Teach By Partaking Of The Lords Supper Exodus 12:21-28 (1 Corinthians 11:20-29) We can teach truth or error. Deuteronomy 4:5-6 We must make a distinction between the two (1 Corinthians 10:14-22) Memorials and the observation of them teaches much. Washington D.C. full of memorials. Rich, attractive memorials of men; compared to simplicity of the Lords Supper (bread and juice). Observance Of The Lords Supper Memorial When do we eat the supper? The apostles were directed by the Holy Spirit and taught/reminded of the teachings, commands of Christ. John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 11:23, John16:13-14 We Teach ... The Facts Of The Gospel Jesus (the son of God) died for our sins. 1 Corinthians 11:26 We declare it happened 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 They were commanded to teach all things. Matthew 28:19-20 We affirm it was suffered to substitute for us. Romans 3:25-27, Matthew 20:28 We declare our faith in His return 1 Corinthians 11:26 We Teach ... The Oneness (Unity) Of The Body, The Church. 1 Corinthians 10:16-22 We dwell together in unity 1 Corinthians 11:28-34 We Teach ... The Existence/Validity Of The New Testament Sealed with His blood. Mark 14:24-25, Matthew 26:28 The New Testament stands complete. Jude 3, John 16:13-14 (Revelation 22:18-19) It must never be altered (gospel = N.T.) Galatians 1:8-9 Our faith rests in Jesus and His word. Hebrews 9:11-22 Jonathan Hinds 1 "); array_files[58]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Persistence.pdf","2010-07-10","337K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Persistence.pptx ","","","7/4/2010 pm Plan of Salvation Believe Rom 10 9-10 9 that if you confess with your mouth Philippians 3:1-16 Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved; 10 for with the heart a person believes, resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth he confesses, resulting in salvation. Gal 3:22 - the Scripture has shut up everyone under sin, so that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe. Eph 1:19 - and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. {These are} in accordance with the working of the strength of His might Plan of Salvation Repent Ac 17:30 - Therefore having overlooked the times of ignorance, God is now declaring to men that all {people} everywhere should repent, Ac 26:20 - but {kept} declaring both to those of Damascus first, and {also} at Jerusalem and {then} throughout all the region of Judea, and {even} to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds appropriate to repentance. Plan of Salvation Confess Rom 10 9-10 9 that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved; 10 for with the heart a person believes, resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth he confesses, resulting in salvation. Mt 10:32 - Therefore everyone who confesses Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father who is in heaven Plan of Salvation Be Baptized 1Pe 3:21 - Corresponding to that, baptism now saves you--not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a good conscience--through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Ro 6:3-4 - Or do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus have been baptized into His death? 4 Therefore we have been buried with Him through baptism into death, so that as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too might walk in newness of life. Mark 16:16, John 3:5, Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, Romans 6:3-4, 1 Corinthians 12:13, Galatians 3:27, Ephesians 5:26, Colossians 2:12 Plan of Salvation PRESS John Gragowski 1 7/4/2010 pm Airline Ticket Believe Deciding you want to travel and Repent finding your ticket Confess Baptism Buying your ticket PRESS Everything between buying the ticket and taking your seat on the airplane. PRESS The rest of your life. 1Pe 1:3 - Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, Spiritual Birth - Beginning John 3:5 - 1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews; 2 this man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, Rabbi, we know that You have come from God as a teacher; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him. 3 Jesus answered and said to him, Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God. 4 Nicodemus said to Him, How can a man be born when he is old? He cannot enter a second time into his mothers womb and be born, can he? 5 Jesus answered, Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. I Press... Philippians 3:14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Press: : dik - to run swiftly in order to catch a person or thing, to run after to press on: figuratively of one who in a race runs swiftly to reach the goal to pursue (in a hostile manner) I Press... Mt 7:7 - Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Lu 11:9 - So I say to you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Ask - aite - to ask, beg, call for, crave, desire, require Seek - zte - to crave, demand something from someone Knock - krou - to knock: at the door without the idea of hostility, to run after, follow after: someone metaph., to pursue to seek after eagerly, earnestly endeavor to acquire KJV (44) - follow, 4; follow after, 6; misc, 3; persecute, 28; suffer persecution, 3; NAS (45) - persecute, 10; persecuted, 13; persecuting, 7; persecutor, 1; practicing, 1; press, 2; pursue, 7; pursuing, 2; run after, 1; seek after, 1; I Press... 1Co 9:24-27 - Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win. 25 Everyone who competes in the games exercises self-control in all things. They then do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable. 26 Therefore I run in such a way, as not without aim; I box in such a way, as not beating the air; 27 but I discipline my body and make it my slave, so that, after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified. 24 I Press... Heb 12:1-11 - 1 Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.3 For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.4 You have not yet resisted to the point of shedding blood in your striving against sin; 5 and you have forgotten the exhortation which is addressed to you as sons, MY SON,DO NOT REGARD LIGHTLY THE DISCIPLINE OF THE LORD, NOR FAINT WHEN YOU ARE REPROVED BY HIM;6 FOR THOSE WHOM THE LORD LOVES HE DISCIPLINES,AND HE SCOURGES EVERY SON WHOM HE RECEIVES.7 It is for discipline that you endure; God deals with you as with sons; for what son is there whom his father does not discipline? 8 But if you are without discipline, of which all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate children and not sons. 9 Furthermore, we had earthly fathers to discipline us, and we respected them; shall we not much rather be subject to the Father of spirits, and live? 10 For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but He disciplines us for our good, so that we may share His holiness. 11 All discipline for the moment seems not to be joyful, but sorrowful; yet to those who have been trained by it, afterwards it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness. John Gragowski 2 7/4/2010 pm I Press... Heb 12:1 let us run with endurance Endurance - in the NT the characteristic of a man who is not swerved from his deliberate purpose and his loyalty to faith and piety by even the greatest trials and sufferings 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus ... who for the joy set before Him endured the cross 4You have not yet resisted to the point of shedding blood in your striving against sin I Press... Hemathidrosis - a very rare medical phenomenon thats been reported about twelve to fourteen times in world medical literature and is only seen in people who are under tremendous stress and agony. In hemathidrosis, a person actually exudes blood from every sweat gland in their body. Each sweat gland has a small capillary that surrounds it, and in hemathidrosis, that small capillary ruptures. As it bursts, a person actually bleeds into their sweat glands. I Press... 6 I Press... James 1:12-18 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. Let no one say when he is tempted, I am being tempted by God, for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers. Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Hebrews 10:36 For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised. 1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. James 5:7-8 Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. James 5:10-11 As an example of suffering and patience, brothers, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful. FOR THOSE WHOM THE LORD LOVES HE DISCIPLINES,AND HE SCOURGES EVERY SON WHOM HE RECEIVES.7 It is for discipline that you endure; God deals with you as with sons; for what son is there whom his father does not discipline? 8 But if you are without discipline, of which all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate children and not sons. 9 Furthermore, we had earthly fathers to discipline us, and we respected them; shall we not much rather be subject to the Father of spirits, and live? 10 For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but He disciplines us for our good, so that we may share His holiness. 11 All discipline for the moment seems not to be joyful, but sorrowful; yet to those who have been trained by it, afterwards it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness. I Press... Colossians 1:11 May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, James 5:11 Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful. James 1:1-4 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. Hebrews 12:7 It is for discipline that you have to endure. God is treating you as sons. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline? 2 Timothy 3:10-12 You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra--which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, Romans 2:7 To those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life; Romans 5:3-4 More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, I Press... Mt 13:18-23 18 Hear then the parable of the sower. 19 When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what has been sown in his heart. This is the one on whom seed was sown beside the road. 20 The one on whom seed was sown on the rocky places, this is the man who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; 21 yet he has no firm root in himself, but is only temporary, and when affliction or persecution arises because of the word, immediately he falls away. 22 And the one on whom seed was sown among the thorns, this is the man who hears the word, and the worry of the world and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful. 23 And the one on whom seed was sown on the good soil, this is the man who hears the word and understands it; who indeed bears fruit and brings forth, some a hundredfold, some sixty, and some thirty. John Gragowski 3 7/4/2010 pm I Press... Gal 5:4 - You have been severed from Christ, you who are seeking to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace. Heb 6:4-6 4 For in the case of those who have once been enlightened and have tasted of the heavenly gift and have been made partakers of the Holy Spirit, 5 and have tasted the good word of God and the powers of the age to come, 6 and then have fallen away, it is impossible to renew them again to repentance, since they again crucify to themselves the Son of God and put Him to open shame. I Press... Rev 2:5 - Therefore remember from where you have fallen, and repent and do the deeds you did at first; or else I am coming to you and will remove your lampstand out of its place unless you repent. 1Co 15:1-2 1 Now I make known to you, brethren, the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received, in which also you stand, 2 by which also you are saved, if you hold fast the word which I preached to you, unless you believed in vain. Acts 8:9-24 Simon in the bondage of iniquity Iniquity adikia injustice, of a judge unrighteousness of heart and life a deed violating law and justice, act of unrighteousness John Gragowski 4 "); array_files[59]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/What%20We%20Teach%20By%20Partaking%20Of%20The%20Lords%20Supper.ppt","2010-07-10","228K","What%20We%20Teach%20By%20Partaking%20Of%20The%20Lords%20Supper.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp196919.ppt * * 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * What We Teach By Partaking Of The Lord’s Supper Exodus 12:21-28 (1 Corinthians 11:20-29) Our Actions Teach We can teach truth or error. Deuteronomy 4:5-6 We must make a distinction between the two (1 Corinthians 10:14-22) Memorials and the observation of them teaches much. Washington D.C. full of memorials. Rich, attractive memorials of men; compared to simplicity of the Lord’s Supper (bread and juice). Observance Of The Lord’s Supper Memorial When do we eat the supper? The apostles were directed by the Holy Spirit and taught/reminded of the teachings, commands of Christ. John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 11:23, John16:13-14 They were commanded to teach all things. Matthew 28:19-20 We Teach … The Facts Of The Gospel Jesus (the son of God) died for our sins. 1 Corinthians 11:26 We declare it happened 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 We affirm it was suffered to substitute for us. Romans 3:25-27, Matthew 20:28 We declare our faith in His return 1 Corinthians 11:26 We Teach … The Oneness (Unity) Of The Body, The Church. 1 Corinthians 10:16-22 We dwell together in unity 1 Corinthians 11:28-34 We Teach … The Existence/Validity Of The New Testament Sealed with His blood. Mark 14:24-25, Matthew 26:28 The New Testament stands complete. Jude 3, John 16:13-14 (Revelation 22:18-19) It must never be altered (gospel = N.T.) Galatians 1:8-9 Our faith rests in Jesus and His word. Hebrews 9:11-22 * 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * Deut 4:5-6 Surely I have taught you statutes and judgments, just as the LORD my God commanded me, that you should act according to them in the land which you go to possess. Therefore be careful to observe them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples who will hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.‘ Only unleavened bread at Passover -Begins Feast of Unleavened Bread. Anyone with leaven to be cut off from Israel. Ex.12:13-18 1 Cor 5:7 Therefore purge out the old leaven, that you may be a new lump, since you truly are unleavened. For indeed Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Certainly unleavened bread was used by Jesus and as Paul states here, carries great significance to our understanding. 2. THE CUP - THE FRUIT OF THE VINE. MT.26:27-29 a. Not a modern wine or fermented, but pure grape juice. (Yeast is a leaven…) 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * John 14:26 But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. (The twelve) Matt 28:19-20 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen. Acts 20:7 Now on the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul, ready to depart the next day, spoke to them and continued his message until midnight. Acts 2:42 And they continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. Heb 10:25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * 1 Cor 11:26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lords death till He comes. 1 Cor 15:1-4 Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you-- unless you believed in vain. For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures, Rom 3:25-27 whom God set forth as a propitiation by His blood, through faith, to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance God had passed over the sins that were previously committed, to demonstrate at the present time His righteousness, that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? Of works? No, but by the law of faith. Matt 20:28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many. 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * 1 Cor 10:17 For we, though many, are one bread and one body; for we all partake of that one bread. 1 Cor 11:28-34 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lords body. For this reason many are weak and sick among you, and many sleep. For if we would judge ourselves, we would not be judged. But when we are judged, we are chastened by the Lord, that we may not be condemned with the world. Therefore, my brethren, when you come together to eat, wait for one another. But if anyone is hungry, let him eat at home, lest you come together for judgment. LOVE FILLS THE BODY. CONSISTENTLY. 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds * Mark 14:24-25 And He said to them, This is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many. Assuredly, I say to you, I will no longer drink of the fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new in the kingdom of God. Matt 26:28 For this is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. Jude 3 Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints. John 16:13-14 However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you. Gal 1:8-9 But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed. 7/4/2010 am Jonathan Hinds "); array_files[60]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Persistence.ppt","2010-07-10","457K","Persistence.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp467159.ppt * * * * * * * * * * * * 7/4/2010 pm John Gragowski * 7/4/2010 pm John Gragowski * Philippians 3:1-16 Plan of Salvation Plan of Salvation Plan of Salvation Plan of Salvation Plan of Salvation PRESS Airline Ticket Believe Repent Confess Baptism – Buying your ticket PRESS – Everything between buying the ticket and taking your seat on the airplane. PRESS – The rest of your life. 1Pe 1:3 - Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, Deciding you want to travel and finding your ticket Spiritual Birth - Beginning John 3:5 - 1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews; 2 this man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, Rabbi, we know that You have come from God as a teacher; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him. 3 Jesus answered and said to him, Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.“ 4 Nicodemus said to Him, How can a man be born when he is old? He cannot enter a second time into his mothers womb and be born, can he? 5 Jesus answered, Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6 That  which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. I Press… Philippians 3:14  I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Press: διώκω: diōkō - to run swiftly in order to catch a person or thing, to run after to press on: figuratively of one who in a race runs swiftly to reach the goal to pursue (in a hostile manner) without the idea of hostility, to run after, follow after: someone metaph., to pursue to seek after eagerly, earnestly endeavor to acquire KJV (44) - follow, 4; follow after, 6; misc, 3; persecute, 28; suffer persecution, 3; NAS (45) - persecute, 10; persecuted, 13; persecuting, 7; persecutor, 1; practicing, 1; press, 2; pursue, 7; pursuing, 2; run after, 1; seek after, 1; I Press… Mt 7:7 - Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Lu 11:9 - So I say to you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Ask - aiteō - to ask, beg, call for, crave, desire, require Seek - zēteō - to crave, demand something from someone Knock - krouō - to knock: at the door I Press… I Press… Heb 12:1-11- 1Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also layaside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us runwith endurancethe race that is set before us,2fixingour eyes on Jesus, the authorand perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him enduredthe cross, despisingthe shame, and has satdown at the right hand of the throne of God.3For considerHim who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary andlose heart.4Youhave not yet resisted tothe point of shedding blood in your striving against sin;5and you have forgotten the exhortation which is addressed to you as sons,MYSON,DO NOT REGARD LIGHTLY THE DISCIPLINE OF THELORD,NORFAINTWHEN YOU ARE REPROVED BYHIM;6FORTHOSEWHOMTHELORD LOVESHE DISCIPLINES,ANDHE SCOURGES EVERY SON WHOMHE RECEIVES.7It is for discipline that you endure; Goddeals with you as with sons; for what son is there whomhisfather does not discipline?8But if you are without discipline, ofwhich all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate children and not sons.9Furthermore, we had earthlyfathers to discipline us, and we respected them; shall we not much rather be subject to theFather of spirits,and live?10For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but Hedisciplines usforourgood, sothat we may share His holiness.11All discipline forthe moment seems not to be joyful, but sorrowful; yet to those who have been trained by it, afterwards it yields the peacefulfruit of righteousness. I Press… I Press… I Press… 6FORTHOSEWHOMTHELORD LOVESHE DISCIPLINES,ANDHE SCOURGES EVERY SON WHOMHE RECEIVES.7It is for discipline that you endure; Goddeals with you as with sons; for what son is there whomhisfather does not discipline?8But if you are without discipline, ofwhich all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate children and not sons.9Furthermore, we had earthlyfathers to discipline us, and we respected them; shall we not much rather be subject to theFather of spirits,and live?10For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but Hedisciplines usforourgood, sothat we may share His holiness.11All discipline forthe moment seems not to be joyful, but sorrowful; yet to those who have been trained by it, afterwards it yields the peacefulfruit of righteousness. I Press… I Press… Colossians 1:11 May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, James 5:11 Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful. James 1:1-4 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. Hebrews 12:7 It is for discipline that you have to endure. God is treating you as sons. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline? 2 Timothy 3:10-12  You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, Romans 2:7 To those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life; Romans 5:3-4 More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, I Press… Mt 13:18-23 18Hearthen the parable of the sower.19When anyone hears thewordof the kingdom and does not understand it, theevilonecomes and snatches away what has been sown in his heart. This is the one on whom seed was sown beside the road.20The one on whom seed was sown on the rocky places, this is the man who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy;21yet he has nofirmroot in himself, but isonlytemporary, and when affliction or persecution arises because of the word,immediately he fallsaway.22And the one on whom seed was sown among the thorns, this is the man who hears the word, and the worry of theworldand the deceitfulnessof wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful.23And the one on whom seed was sown on the good soil, this is the man who hears the word and understands it; who indeed bears fruit and brings forth, some ahundredfold, some sixty, and some thirty. I Press… Gal 5:4- You have beenseveredfrom Christ, you who are seeking to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace. Heb 6:4-64For in the case of those who have once been enlightenedand have tasted of theheavenly gift and have been made partakersof the Holy Spirit,5and havetasted the good wordof God and the powers of theage to come,6andthenhave fallen away, it is impossibleto renew them again to repentance, sincethey again crucify to themselves the Son of God and put Him to open shame. I Press… * John Gragowski 7/4/2010 pm "); array_files[61]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Caesarea-%20Call%20No%20Man%20Common%20Or%20Unclean.pdf","2010-07-10","211K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Caesarea- Call No Man Common Or Unclean.pptx ","","","6/13/2010 am Acts 10:34-35 The Gospel is universal. Peter should have already understood this principle. Prophecies. Isa. 2:2-4; Joel 2; cf. Acts 2 Christs personal ministry. John 10:16; cf. Eph. 2:14 Great Commission. Mt. 28:18-20; Mark 16:15-16; Luke 24:47 Part of the last message to the apostles. Acts 1:8 Peter had understood it. Acts 2:39 All the apostles should have already understood this for the same reasons. YET, they challenged Peter Acts 11:1ff; cf. Acts 11:12; 15:7ff; Galatians 2:11-12 In Christ we are not to make distinctions among people. Galatians 3:28 Christ died to remove barriers. Eph. 2:11-15 Paul taught against such distinctions. Phil. 3:2-8 James taught no social distinctions. James 2:1-5 Micky Galloway 1 6/13/2010 am Centurion ... military officer. Verse 1 Devout Verse 2 Had a reverent family. Verse 2 Charitable. gave alms Verse 2 Prayed always. Verse 2 Just and good report. (KJV) Verse 22 Outstanding character. Religious. Acts 10:2 Desired to know. Acts 10:33 Morality cannot remove sin It is necessary Ephesians 5:3-11; 1 Peter 2:11-12 8 Angel appeared to Cornelius. Acts 10:3-8 Cornelius praying. cf. 1 Pet. 3:12 Memorial cf. Gen. 3:15; 12:1-3 Peters vision. Verses 9-16 Men on way to Joppa. Vs. 7-9 Had preached only to Jews. Vision convinced him to go. Verses 11-16 Told Cornelius what to do. Verse 6 Acts 11:14; Titus 3:5 Spirit assists in same matter. Vs. 19-20 Peter goes with six brethren. Vs. 23; 11:12 Meeting at home of Cornelius. Peter refuses to be worshipped. Verses 25-26 Cornelius relates his experience. Verses 30-32 Many present to hear all things commanded. Verse 33 Micky Galloway 2 6/13/2010 am Peters sermon. Verses 34-43. 1. No partiality with God. Must fear God. cf. Eccl. 12:13; Heb. 10:31; Rom. 11:22; 2 Cor. 5:11; 1 Peter 2:17 Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God . Honor the king. Work righteousness. Ps 119:172 Let my tongue sing of thy word; for all thy commandments are righteousness. cf. Rom. 10:1-10 Peters sermon. Verses 34-43. 2. Salvation through Christ. Verses 3643 Anointed. cf. John 1:32ff Killed. cf. Acts 2:36; 3:13; 4:10; 5:29 Raised. 1 Cor. 15:1ff Judge. Acts 17:30-31 Fulfilled prophets. Luke 24:44 Offers remission. Acts 2:38; 13:38 Peters sermon. Verses 3443. 3. What man must do. Hear words. Acts 10:6; 11:14 Believe in Christ. cf. Acts 10:43 Repent. Acts 11:18 Be baptized. Acts 10:48 Holy Spirit fell upon them. Acts 10:44; 11:15 Not to save. Acts 11:13-14 Not to give faith. Acts 15:7 Not to purify heart. Acts 15:9; Rom. 10:17 Not to give remission. Acts 10:43 Not to purify soul. 1 Pet. 1:22 Not to sanctify. John 17:17 Holy Spirit fell upon them. Acts 10:44; 11:15 To convince Jewish brethren. Acts 10:44-47 Others at Jerusalem. Acts 11:15-18 Peters sermon to Cornelius is the same sermon to all. Verses 34-43. What man must do. Hear words. Acts 10:6; 11:14 Believe in Christ. cf. Acts 10:43 Repent. Acts 11:18 Be baptized. Acts 10:48 Micky Galloway 3 6/13/2010 am Remedy: Obey gospel and live righteously, Acts 10:43, 33-35, 48; 11:14, 18 19 Micky Galloway 4 "); array_files[62]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(5).pdf","2010-07-10","293K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Premillennialism (5).pptx ","","","6/13/2010 pm 2 Samuel 7:12-16 The Premillennial position states that Christ will return to the earth with the raptured saints, call the Jews back to Palestine, resurrect the righteous dead, and sit on Davids throne to establish the 1000 year reign in the Millennium. Prophecies concerning the reign of Christ. 1. It was prophesied that Christ would reign on Davids throne. 2 Sam. 7:11-16; cf. 1 Chron. 17:11-13; Heb. 1:5. 2. It was prophesied that Christ would rule in heaven at Gods right hand. Psa. 110:1-4. 3. Also it was prophesied that there would be a divine-human king on Davids throne. Isa. 9:67; cf. Luke 1:32-33. Our purpose in this lesson is: 1. To show that Christ is now reigning at the right hand of God. 2. To show that this present ruling of Christ is the fulfillment of O.T. prophecies. 3. To show that Christ now reigns on Gods throne, Davids throne and His own throne over spiritual Israel. 4. To show that Christ will not begin to rule on earth when he returns. Is the throne spiritual or physical? Jesus said, My kingdom is not of this world (John 18:36) cf. Rom. 14:17 Christ was not promised but one reign, and He now rules at the right hand of God. Psa. 110:14; cf. Acts 2:34-36 ... cf. Dan. 7:13-14; Acts 1:9; Eph. 1:20-21; Heb. 1:3. Occasionally, premillennialists will argue that Christ is now on Gods throne, but will sit on His own throne and the throne of David when he returns. Micky Galloway 1 6/13/2010 pm SOLOMON SAT UPON: JESUS NOW SITS UPON: Throne of David. 1 Kings2:10-12 Throne of Jehovah. 1 Chron.29:23 His own throne. 1 Kings 1:46-48 Throne of David. Luke 1:32; Acts 2:3036 Throne of Jehovah. Rev. 3:21 His own throne. Rev. 3:21; Col. 1:13; Heb. 1:5-8 a. Peter said Christ was enthroned on Pentecost. Acts 2:32-35. b. David said He would rule while sitting. Ps. 110:1-4. c. Zechariah said he would sit and rule while a priest on His throne. Zech. 6:13. d. He IS priest now. Heb. 4:14; 8:1. These Scriptures Set Forth The Following Facts: (1) That Christ would SIT on his throne. (2) That He would RULE on his throne. (3) That He would be a PRIEST on his throne. In logical order, we have the following line of argument: (1) He would sit on HIS throne. Zech. 6:13. (2) He is SITTING now. Acts 2:32-35. (3) Therefore, He is on HIS throne now. Again ... (1) He would be PRIEST on his throne. Zech. 6:13. (2) He is priest NOW. Heb. 4:14; Heb. 8:1. (3) Therefore, he is on HIS throne now. Once More ... (1) He Would Rule On His Throne While Sitting. Zech. 6:13. (2) He Is Sitting On His Throne Now. Acts 2:32-35. (3) Therefore, He Is Ruling On His Throne Now. Micky Galloway 2 6/13/2010 pm 1. Yet, Heb. 8:4 Indicates That If Christ Were On Earth He Could Not Be Priest. 2. Christ Officiates As High Priest In Heaven. Heb. 9:11-12, 24-25. a. Jesus is the branch. Isa. 11:1,10; cf. Rom. 15:12. b. Shall sit on his throne. Acts 2:34; Heb. 1:1-13. c. Shall rule on his throne. Acts 2:29-36. d. Be priest on his throne. Heb. 4:14; 8:4. 2 Sam. 7:11-14 says when David shall sleep. 1. Peter declared Jesus to be King on the first Pentecost following the resurrection. cf. Acts 2:29ff; Heb. 1:3. Dan. 7:13-14 says He was to receive power and a kingdom when he ascended to the Ancient of Days. 1. According to Luke, Peter and Paul, he did ascend and was made both Lord and Christ. Acts 2:29-36; Eph. 1:20-23. Christ now reigning in Heaven. Rev. 3:7, 21; Eph. 1:20-23. Christ will continue to reign until He comes again, when the kingdom will be returned to the Father again. 1 Cor. 15:20-26 The only logical conclusion is that Jesus Christ has fulfilled the O. T. prophecies and is now reigning on Davids throne in Heaven at Gods right hand. Jesus Christ is ruling over the spiritual Israel today as David did over literal Israel. Christ is ruling over Gods people (church or kingdom) today. Millennial teachers must avoid all these truths in order to establish their theory. Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[63]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Galatia-%20Perversion%20Of%20The%20Gospel.pdf","2010-07-10","53K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Galatia- Perversion Of The Gospel.pptx ","","","6/27/2010 am Background Of Galatia Situated in Asia Minor with the Gentile world of Europe to the West and the Jewish world of Palestine to the East and South, it was destined to become the site of one of the greatest religious battles in history. Galatians Perversion Of The Gospel Galatians 1:6-9 Historically, the term Galatia refers to the Gauls who moved from Europe into Asia Minor in the third century and established their own Kingdom. When Roman rule was reaching its climax, the territory was considerably enlarged by several things... A. In 64 B.C. Pompey conquered the Near East and appointed three kings over the area of Galatia, the chief of which was Amyntas. B. In 36 B.C. Amyntas was given Galatia and Lyconia, and upon the death of Mark Antony he assumed control of Pamphylia, Cilicia and Derbe: C. In 25 B.C. Amyntas was killed and the Romans created the new province of Pamphylia D. By 41 A.D. the southern border of the Roman province of Galatia was the city of Derbe. Galatia as a proper name was applied to both the original territory occupied by the invading Gauls and the much larger area of the entire Roman province, reaching southward to the borders of Lycia, Pamphylia and the kingdom of Antiochus Trouble In Galatia Acts 10 cf. Cornelius... Gentiles acceptable. Acts 11 Gospel taught among Gentiles. Acts 15:1 Except ye be circumcised after the custom of Moses, ye cannot be saved Gal. 2:21; 3:1; 3:14; 5:2-7 Traditions of Men vs. Traditions from God Mark 7:1-13 Micky Galloway 1 6/27/2010 am Two Sources of Religious Tradition MEN Origin Perpetuated Bound by men No lasting spiritual profit Col. 2:8 Religious Traditions of Men Excite much religious zeal, Gal. 1:14; Mark 7:9; Romans 10:2-3; Acts 15 Often regarded as equal to the will of God Mark 7:1-8 Jewish washings Catholic church tradition Instrumental music in worship 3 GOD Origin Perpetuated Bound by God Lasting spiritual profit 2 Thess. 2:15 Gal. 1:6-9 4 Religious Traditions of Men Invalidate the word of God, Mark 7:9-13 Thought Corban obeyed Gods will! Denominations, Eph. 4:4; John 15:1-6; John 17:20-21 Apostolic Traditions Apostles doctrine (word of God) Acts 2:42; 2 Thess. 2:15 (1 Thess. 2:13) The gospel, 1 Cor. 15:3 Did not include circumcising Gentiles. Acts 15:7-9 Spoil ones faith, Colossians 2:8 Human philosophies & religions Rooted, built up & established, Colossians 2:6-7 5 6 Identifying the Apostles doctrine... Came from Christ Gal. 1:11-12 By revelation of H.S. Eph. 3:1-5; John 16:13-14 Apostles were ambassadors. 2 Cor. 5:20; John 17:8,14,18; 1 Thess. 4:8 Earthen vessels. 2 Cor. 4:7; my gospel 2 Tim. 2:8; committed to my trust 1 Tim. 1:11 Apostolic Traditions How were they delivered? (Jude 3) Received by apostles from Lord, 1 Cor. 11:23 (15:3) [ Revelation ] Delivered through teaching, 1 Cor. 11:2; 2 Thess. 2:15 [ Inspiration ] By word 2 Tim. 2:2 (1 Thess. 2:13) By writing 2 Thess. 2:15 7 8 Micky Galloway 2 6/27/2010 am Apostolic Traditions Our responsibilities to the apostolic traditions: Hold them fast, 2 Thess. 2:15 Walk in them, 2 Thess. 3:6 (1 Cor. 11:2) The Seriousness Of Going Beyond 2 John 9-11 Whosoever transgresseth and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son. 9 Some would teach wrong things... Jesus warned. Mt. 7:15; 24:4-5 Apostles warned. Acts 20:29-30 Some of Ephesian elders would speak perverse things. 2 Cor. 11:13-15 Satan has ministers. 1 Tim. 4:1-3 Some would depart from the faith. 2 Tim. 4:1-4 Men would turn from the faith. 2 Pet. 2:1-3 False teachers would come. 1 John 4:1-3 False prophets gone out into the world. 12 What must we do??? Prove all things. 1 Thess. 5:21-22; Revelation 2:2; Acts 18:25-26 Hold to the faithful word - Reprove false teachers. Titus 1:9; 2:1 No longer be tossed to and fro. Ephesians 4:14 Not be carried away. Hebrews 13:9-19 Not be spoiled by traditions of men. Col. 2:8 13 How do we know? Not determined by motive. Philippians 1:15-18 Motive Wrong - Teaching right. Gal. 1:13-14; Acts 23:1; 26:9; 1 Tim. 1:13 Motive right - Teaching wrong. 14 How do we know??? 2 Pet. 2:1-2 Promotes destructive heresies- opposed truth. (cf. 1:19-21) Rom. 16:17 Cause division/stumbling contrary to doctrine learned. 1 Tim. 1:3,10-11 Another doctrine, contrary to sound doctrine. Gal. 1:6-9 Contrary doctrine prohibited (even though teacher is an angel or apostle - Gal. 2:11-14) NOTE: False prophet assessed by his teaching, not by his moral character. 1 Jno. 4:1,6 15 Micky Galloway 3 6/27/2010 am What am I to do? Learn how to know them. Try their teaching by the Scriptures. 1 John 4:1; Acts 17:11. Aquila and Priscilla taught Apollos more perfectly. Acts 18:26 What am I to do? No fellowship. Eph. 5:11-12 Rather even reprove them. Rom. 16:17-18 Mark and avoid. Titus 3:9-10 Refuse. 2 John 7-11 Receive not. Contend for truth against error. Jude 3-4 Paul & Barnabas did. Acts 15:1-2 Paul rebuked Peter. Gal. 2:11 Never give way by subjection. Gal. 2:4-5 16 Teach the truth in love. Ephesians 4:16 Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer each one. Colossians 4:6 17 Avoid Establishing Our Own Traditions! Be people of the book (Hosea 4:6) 2 Tim. 2:15; Jude 3 Circumcision among the Galatian churches was rejected. It would bring them under bondage to keep the whole law. Gal. 5:1ff It would demand perfect obedience to the O.T. Gal. 3:10 Ultimately, it would mean that Christ died in vain. Gal. 2:21 19 Do not think of men more highly than we ought, 1 Cor. 4:6 Continue to hold fast the apostolic traditions, Col. 2:6-8 Micky Galloway 4 "); array_files[64]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Gods%20Righteous%20Judgment.pdf","2010-07-10","810K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Gods Righteous Judgment.pptx ","","","6/27/2010 pm GODS RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT Acts 17:30-31 Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon (from Bible Photos of the Holy Land) Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon The Parthenon, located on the Acropolis at Athens, is the main temple of the Greek goddess Athena. The name Parthenon comes from the term Athena Parthenos (Athena the Virgin). Athena Parthenos was the patron goddess of the city. (from Bible Photos of the Holy Land) Greece: Athens, Temple of Zeus THE DAY OF JUDGMENT IS CERTAIN It is an appointment with God. Acts 17:31 There are two events in the future which are absolutely certain ... death and the judgment. Hebrews 9:27 Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Nike Temple Micky Galloway 1 6/27/2010 pm THE DAY OF JUDGMENT IS CERTAIN The testimony The testimony 25:31-46 The testimony 17:30-31 The testimony The testimony of Solomon. Eccl. 12:13-14 of Jesus. Mt. 11:20-24; of Paul. 2 Cor. 5:10; Acts of Peter. 1 Pet. 1:17; 4:17-18 of John. Rev. 20:12-14 THE JUDGE... The judge will be God. Romans 2:16 We know He will be no respecter of persons. Romans 2:11 Yet, He is long suffering... 2 Peter 3:9 THE JUDGE... We will be judged through Jesus Christ. Romans 2:16 ...When God shall judge the secrets of men ... by Jesus Christ. Acts 17:31 ... By that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead. WE WILL BE JUDGED ACCORDING TO THE GOSPEL Romans 2:16 Note the words of Jesus. John 12:48 The gospel is given us as a divine guide... John 16:13; Eph. 3:3; 2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:3 The words of the gospel convict. John 16:1-8 Condemnation to those who obey not the gospel. 2 Thess. 1:7ff; cf. Rom. 2:8-9 HE WILL JUDGE THE WORLD Acts 17:30-31 Judgment will be universal. Matthew 25:31-32 It will also be individual. Romans 2:6; 14:12; 2 Cor. 5:10 THE BASIS OF THE JUDGMENT Our deeds ... the things done in the body. 2 Corinthians 5:10 Our words ... Matthew 12:36-37 Even our secret things will be judged. Romans 2:16 Micky Galloway 2 6/27/2010 pm THE ISSUES OF THE JUDGMENT RIGHTEOUSNESS... Rom. 2:7... to them that by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and incorruption, eternal life: The sentence will be final and irrevocable. (cf. Luke 16:19-31) There will be no possibility of appealing to a higher court. There will be no termination of the sentence; it will be for all eternity. WICKEDNESS... Rom. 2:8......unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that worketh evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Greek Indeed it will be a great day! Then the Great Judge shall separate them one from another. Matthew 25:32 ... Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world Matthew 25:34 ...Depart from me, ye cursed, into the eternal fire which is prepared for the devil and his angels. Matthew 25:41 There is a great day coming! Are you ready for that day??? Micky Galloway 3 "); array_files[65]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Caesarea-%20Call%20No%20Man%20Common%20Or%20Unclean.ppt","2010-07-10","1480K","Caesarea-%20Call%20No%20Man%20Common%20Or%20Unclean.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp440300.ppt * * 6/13/2010 am Micky Galloway * 6/13/2010 am Micky Galloway * Acts 10:34-35 Centurion … military officer. Verse 1 “Devout” Verse 2 Had a reverent family. Verse 2 Charitable. “gave alms” Verse 2 Prayed always. Verse 2 Just and good report. (KJV) Verse 22 Outstanding character. Religious. Acts 10:2 Desired to know. Acts 10:33 Morality cannot remove sin It is necessary Ephesians 5:3-11;1 Peter 2:11-12 * Meeting at home of Cornelius. Peter refuses to be worshipped. Verses 25-26 Cornelius relates his experience. Verses 30-32 Many present “to hear all things commanded.” Verse 33 Holy Spirit fell upon them. Acts 10:44; 11:15 Not to save. Acts 11:13-14 Not to give faith. Acts 15:7 Not to purify heart. Acts 15:9; Rom. 10:17 Not to give remission. Acts 10:43 Not to purify soul. 1 Pet. 1:22 Not to sanctify. John 17:17 Remedy: Obey gospel and live righteously, Acts 10:43, 33-35, 48; 11:14, 18 * * 6/13/2010 am Micky Galloway * 6/13/2010 am Micky Galloway * 6/13/2010 am Micky Galloway "); array_files[66]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(5).ppt","2010-07-10","2084K","Premillennialism%20(5).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp283169.ppt * * 6/13/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 6/13/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 2 Samuel 7:12-16 The Premillennial position states that Christ will return to the earth with the raptured saints, call the Jews back to Palestine, resurrect the righteous dead, and sit on Davids throne to establish the 1000 year reign in the Millennium. Prophecies concerning the reign of Christ. 1.It was prophesied that Christ would reign on Davids throne. 2 Sam. 7:11-16; cf. 1 Chron. 17:11-13; Heb. 1:5. 2.It was prophesied that Christ would rule in heaven at Gods right hand. Psa. 110:1-4. 3.Also it was prophesied that there would be a divine-human king on Davids throne. Isa. 9:6-7; cf. Luke 1:32-33. Our purpose in this lesson is: 1.To show that Christ is now reigning at the right hand of God. 2.To show that this present ruling of Christ is the fulfillment of O.T. prophecies. 3.To show that Christ now reigns on Gods throne, Davids throne and His own throne over spiritual Israel. 4.To show that Christ will not begin to rule on earth when he returns. Is the throne spiritual or physical? Jesus said, My kingdom is not of this world (John 18:36) cf. Rom. 14:17 Christ was not promised but one reign, and He now rules at the right hand of God. Psa. 110:1-4; cf. Acts 2:34-36 … cf. Dan. 7:13-14; Acts 1:9; Eph. 1:20-21; Heb. 1:3. Occasionally, premillennialists will argue that Christ is now on Gods throne, but will sit on His own throne and the throne of David when he returns. SOLOMON SAT UPON: JESUS NOW SITS UPON: Throne of David. 1 Kings2:10-12 Throne of Jehovah. 1 Chron.29:23 His own throne. 1 Kings 1:46-48 Throne of David. Luke 1:32; Acts 2:30-36 Throne of Jehovah. Rev. 3:21 His own throne.Rev. 3:21; Col. 1:13; Heb. 1:5-8 a.Peter said Christ was enthroned on Pentecost. Acts 2:32-35. b.David said He would rule while sitting. Ps. 110:1-4. c.Zechariah said he would sit and rule while a priest on His throne. Zech. 6:13. d.He IS priest now. Heb. 4:14; 8:1. These Scriptures Set Forth The Following Facts: (1)That Christ would SIT on his throne. (2)That He would RULE on his throne. (3)That He would be a PRIEST on his throne. In logical order, we have the following line of argument: (1)He would sit on HIS throne. Zech. 6:13. (2)He is SITTING now. Acts 2:32-35. (3)Therefore, He is on HIS throne now. Again … (1)He would be PRIEST on his throne.Zech. 6:13. (2)He is priest NOW. Heb. 4:14; Heb. 8:1. (3)Therefore, he is on HIS throne now. a. Jesus is the branch. Isa. 11:1,10; cf. Rom. 15:12. b.Shall sit on his throne. Acts 2:34; Heb. 1:1-13. c.Shall rule on his throne. Acts 2:29-36. d.Be priest on his throne. Heb. 4:14; 8:4. 2 Sam. 7:11-14 says when David shall sleep. 1.Peter declared Jesus to be King on the first Pentecost following the resurrection. cf. Acts 2:29ff; Heb. 1:3. Dan. 7:13-14 says He was to receive power and a kingdom when he ascended to the Ancient of Days. 1.According to Luke, Peter and Paul, he did ascend and was made both Lord and Christ. Acts 2:29-36; Eph. 1:20-23. Christ now reigning in Heaven. Rev. 3:7, 21; Eph. 1:20-23. Christ will continue to reign until He comes again, when the kingdom will be returned to the Father again. 1 Cor. 15:20-26 * 6/13/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[67]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Galatia-%20Perversion%20Of%20The%20Gospel.ppt","2010-07-10","194K","Galatia-%20Perversion%20Of%20The%20Gospel.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp62519.ppt 6/27/2010 am Micky Galloway * Galatians Perversion Of The Gospel Galatians 1:6-9 Background Of Galatia Situated in Asia Minor with the Gentile world of Europe to the West and the Jewish world of Palestine to the East and South, it was destined to become the site of one of the greatest religious battles in history. Historically, the term Galatia refers to the Gauls who moved from Europe into Asia Minor in the third century and established their own Kingdom. When Roman rule was reaching its climax, the territory was considerably enlarged by several things… A. In 64 B.C. Pompey conquered the Near East and appointed three kings over the area of Galatia, the chief of which was Amyntas. B. In 36 B.C. Amyntas was given Galatia and Lyconia, and upon the death of Mark Antony he assumed control of Pamphylia, Cilicia and Derbe: C. In 25 B.C. Amyntas was killed and the Romans created the new province of Pamphylia D. By 41 A.D. the southern border of the Roman province of Galatia was the city of Derbe. Galatia as a proper name was applied to both the original territory occupied by the invading Gauls and the much larger area of the entire Roman province, reaching southward to the borders of Lycia, Pamphylia and the kingdom of Antiochus Trouble In Galatia Acts 10 cf. Cornelius… Gentiles acceptable. Acts 11 Gospel taught among Gentiles. Acts 15:1 “Except ye be circumcised after the custom of Moses, ye cannot be saved” Gal. 2:21; 3:1; 3:14; 5:2-7 Traditions of Men vs. Traditions from God Mark 7:1-13 Two Sources of Religious Tradition MEN Origin Perpetuated Bound by men No lasting spiritual profit Col. 2:8 GOD Origin Perpetuated Bound by God Lasting spiritual profit 2 Thess. 2:15 3 Religious Traditions of Men Excite much religious zeal, Gal. 1:14; Mark 7:9; Romans 10:2-3; Acts 15 Often regarded as equal to the will of God – Mark 7:1-8 Jewish washings Catholic “church tradition” Instrumental music in worship 4 Gal. 1:6-9 Religious Traditions of Men Invalidate the word of God, Mark 7:9-13 Thought “Corban” obeyed God’s will! Denominations, Eph. 4:4; John 15:1-6; John 17:20-21 Spoil one’s faith, Colossians 2:8 Human philosophies & religions Rooted, built up & established, Colossians 2:6-7 5 Apostolic Traditions Apostles’ doctrine (word of God) – Acts 2:42; 2 Thess. 2:15 (1 Thess. 2:13) The gospel, 1 Cor. 15:3 Did not include circumcising Gentiles. Acts 15:7-9 6 Identifying the Apostles’ doctrine… Came from Christ Gal. 1:11-12 By revelation of H.S. Eph. 3:1-5; John 16:13-14 Apostles were ambassadors. 2 Cor. 5:20; John 17:8,14,18; 1 Thess. 4:8 Earthen vessels. 2 Cor. 4:7; “my gospel” 2 Tim. 2:8; “committed to my trust” 1 Tim. 1:11 7 Apostolic Traditions How were they delivered? (Jude 3) Received by apostles from Lord, 1 Cor. 11:23 (15:3) [ Revelation ] Delivered through teaching, 1 Cor. 11:2; 2 Thess. 2:15 [ Inspiration ] By word – 2 Tim. 2:2 (1 Thess. 2:13) By writing – 2 Thess. 2:15 8 Apostolic Traditions Our responsibilities to the apostolic traditions: Hold them fast, 2 Thess. 2:15 Walk in them, 2 Thess. 3:6 (1 Cor. 11:2) 9 The Seriousness Of Going Beyond 2 John 9-11 “Whosoever transgresseth and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God.” “He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.” Some would teach wrong things… Jesus warned. Mt. 7:15; 24:4-5 Apostles warned. Acts 20:29-30 Some of Ephesian elders would speak perverse things. 2 Cor. 11:13-15 Satan has ministers. 1 Tim. 4:1-3 Some would depart from the faith. 2 Tim. 4:1-4 Men would turn from the faith. 2 Pet. 2:1-3 False teachers would come. 1 John 4:1-3 False prophets gone out into the world. 12 What must we do??? Prove all things. 1 Thess. 5:21-22; Revelation 2:2; Acts 18:25-26 Hold to the faithful word - Reprove false teachers. Titus 1:9; 2:1 No longer be tossed to and fro. Ephesians 4:14 Not be carried away. Hebrews 13:9-19 Not be spoiled by traditions of men. Col. 2:8 13 How do we know? Not determined by motive. Philippians 1:15-18 Motive Wrong - Teaching right. Gal. 1:13-14; Acts 23:1; 26:9; 1 Tim. 1:13 Motive right - Teaching wrong. 14 How do we know??? 2 Pet. 2:1-2 Promotes destructive heresies- opposed truth. (cf. 1:19-21) Rom. 16:17 Cause division/stumbling contrary to doctrine learned. 1 Tim. 1:3,10-11 Another doctrine, contrary to sound doctrine. Gal. 1:6-9 Contrary doctrine prohibited (even though teacher is an angel or apostle - Gal. 2:11-14) NOTE: False prophet assessed by his teaching, not by his moral character. 1 Jno. 4:1,6 15 What am I to do? Learn how to know them. Try their teaching by the Scriptures. 1 John 4:1; Acts 17:11. Aquila and Priscilla taught Apollos more perfectly. Acts 18:26 Contend for truth against error. Jude 3-4 Paul & Barnabas did. Acts 15:1-2 Paul rebuked Peter. Gal. 2:11 Never give way by subjection. Gal. 2:4-5 16 What am I to do? No fellowship. Eph. 5:11-12 Rather even reprove them. Rom. 16:17-18 Mark and avoid. Titus 3:9-10 Refuse. 2 John 7-11 Receive not. Teach the truth in love. Ephesians 4:16 “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer each one.” Colossians 4:6 17 Avoid Establishing Our Own Traditions! Be people of the book (Hosea 4:6) 2 Tim. 2:15; Jude 3 Do not think of men more highly than we ought, 1 Cor. 4:6 Continue to hold fast the apostolic traditions, Col. 2:6-8 19 Circumcision among the Galatian churches was rejected. It would bring them under bondage to keep the whole law. Gal. 5:1ff It would demand perfect obedience to the O.T. Gal. 3:10 Ultimately, it would mean that Christ died in vain. Gal. 2:21 "); array_files[68]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Gods%20Righteous%20Judgment.ppt","2010-07-10","2063K","Gods%20Righteous%20Judgment.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp160944.ppt * * 6/27/2010 pm Micky Galloway * 6/27/2010 pm Micky Galloway * GODS RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT Acts 17:30-31 Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon(from Bible Photos of the Holy Land) Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon The Parthenon, located on the Acropolis at Athens, is the main temple of the Greek goddess Athena. The name Parthenon comes from the term Athena Parthenos (Athena the Virgin). Athena Parthenos was the patron goddess of the city. (from Bible Photos of the Holy Land) Greece: Athens, Temple of Zeus Greece: Athens, Acropolis, Nike Temple THE DAY OF JUDGMENT IS CERTAIN It is an appointment with God.Acts 17:31 There are two events in the future which are absolutely certain … death and the judgment. Hebrews 9:27 THE DAY OF JUDGMENT IS CERTAIN The testimony of Solomon. Eccl. 12:13-14 The testimony of Jesus. Mt. 11:20-24; 25:31-46 The testimony of Paul. 2 Cor. 5:10; Acts 17:30-31 The testimony of Peter. 1 Pet. 1:17; 4:17-18 The testimony of John. Rev. 20:12-14 THE JUDGE… The judge will be God. Romans 2:16 We know He will be no respecter of persons. Romans 2:11 Yet, He is long suffering… 2 Peter 3:9 THE JUDGE… We will be judged through Jesus Christ. Romans 2:16 “…When God shall judge the secrets of men … by Jesus Christ.” Acts 17:31 … By that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.” WE WILL BE JUDGED ACCORDING TO THE GOSPEL Romans 2:16 Note the words of Jesus. John 12:48 The gospel is given us as a divine guide… John 16:13; Eph. 3:3; 2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:3 The words of the gospel convict. John 16:1-8 Condemnation to those who obey not the gospel. 2 Thess. 1:7ff; cf. Rom. 2:8-9 HE WILL JUDGE THE WORLD Acts 17:30-31 Judgment will be universal. Matthew 25:31-32 It will also be individual. Romans 2:6; 14:12; 2 Cor. 5:10 THE BASIS OF THE JUDGMENT Our deeds … the things done in the body. 2 Corinthians 5:10 Our words … Matthew 12:36-37 Even our secret things will be judged. Romans 2:16 THE ISSUES OF THE JUDGMENT RIGHTEOUSNESS… Rom. 2:7… to them that by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and incorruption, eternal life: WICKEDNESS... Rom. 2:8…“…unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that worketh evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Greek The sentence will be final and irrevocable. (cf. Luke 16:19-31) There will be no possibility of appealing to a higher court. There will be no termination of the sentence; it will be for all eternity. Indeed it will be a great day! Then the Great Judge shall separate them one from another. Matthew 25:32 ... Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world Matthew 25:34 ...Depart from me, ye cursed, into the eternal fire which is prepared for the devil and his angels. Matthew 25:41 There is a great day coming! Are you ready for that day??? * 6/27/2010 pm Micky Galloway "); array_files[69]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_6-27-10.htm","2010-07-10","6K","Bulletin Article for June 27, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for June 27, 2010 Cain And Abel by Chris Simmons When considering the historical framework of Gods relationship with mankind and His plan to reconcile man to Himself, an important study after consideration of lessons learned from Adam and Eve, is the account of Cain and Abel in Genesis chapter four. Its important for all Bible students to know and understand the lessons of faith and obedience taught by the first human offspring of mankind. Above all else, Bible students need to learn what true, complete faith really is. In Genesis 4:3-4 we read that it came about in the course of time that Cain brought an offering to the Lord of the fruit of the ground. And Abel, on his part also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of their fat portions. We need to note and appreciate the fact that both sought to worship God, but for reasons we will discuss later, each did so in different ways. Next we read of Gods response to each sons offerings in verses four and five, And the Lord had regard for Abel and for his offering; but for Cain and for his offering He had no regard. Why is that? Why did God have regard for Abels sacrifice but not for Cains? To answer this question, Bible students need turn and read Hebrews 11:4 which states, By faith Abel offered to God a better sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained the testimony that he was righteous, God testifying about his gifts, and through faith, though he is dead, he still speaks. The Hebrew writer states that the fundamental difference is that Abels sacrifice was better because it was offered by faith. How did Abel come to offer his sacrifice to God by faith? Well, Romans 10:17 teaches that the hearing of Gods will is the source of faith and thus, it is a forced conclusion that God had in some portion and in some way (Hebrews 1:1) communicated His will to Cain and Abel regarding how He desired to be worshipped. Simply put, Abel chose to submit to Gods will by faith and Cain did not. Man has no right to offer worship to God that he has devised in his own heart as Cain had done (or as Jeroboam had done, I Kings 12:33). It is not revealed that God ever said not to offer the fruit of the ground in sacrifice unto Him, but according to Heb. 11:4, it is clear that He did reveal how He desired to be worshipped by both Cain and Abel, as God is not one to show partiality (Acts 10:34-35). Cains reaction to Gods regard for his brothers sacrifice and His disregard for his own was one of anger and dejection (his countenance had fallen). In other words, Cain was simply mad and he decided to pout about it. God had a simple question for Cain regarding his anger Why? What reason did Cain have to be angry or dejected? Cain is essentially asked the same question that Jonah was asked in Jonah 4:4, do you have a good reason to be angry? Shall we react in anger when God does not accept the assertion of our will above His? Aaron understood this point when his sons offered strange fire before the Lord, which He had not commanded them. And fire came out from the presence of the Lord and consumed them, and they died before the Lord (Leviticus 10:1-2). Aaron could have become angry and tried to defend his sons self-willed worship but rather, he exercised some wisdom and kept silent after Moses reminded him of what the Lord said, by those who come near Me I will be treated as holy, and before all the people I will be honored (Leviticus 10:3). Cain simply did not treat God with the divine holiness, honor and respect He deserved when he offered worship that was not by faith. Cains problem was the problem of sin. He stood unapproved by God. The solution was simple. God simply told Cain, that if he began to live life in faithful obedience, that he would feel better. If you do well, will not your countenance be lifted up? (Genesis 4:7). Gods favorable regard was available to both Cain and Abel. Despite his sin, God extended the opportunity for Cain to do well. The ball was in Cains court as to what he was going to do about his sin. Unfortunately, Cain, as many do today, chose to compound his first sin with another sin by murdering his brother. Cains murder of his brother prompted another question from God. The Lord asked, what have you done? (Genesis 4:10). This was not asked out of ignorance but rather God asked this of Cain to arouse a consciousness of the sanctity of human life and the gravity of the sin he had committed (Genesis 4:8). The flagrant deed that Cain had committed cried out to God for accountability. God said, The voice of your brothers blood is crying to Me from the ground (Genesis 4:10). What was the voice of his brothers blood saying? It testified of a lack of reverence and respect for Gods word. It spoke of his selfish desires and his uncontrolled anger and pride. It bore witness of the devastating consequences of temptations that were not resisted or overcome. It proclaimed a severed relationship with God (Isaiah 59:1-2). Indeed, our sins speak loudly against us. As Moses said, your sin will find you out (Numbers 32:23). Death could not silence the sinfulness of Cain or the faithfulness of Abel as we learn from Hebrews 11:4 that, By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he had witness borne to him that he was righteous, God bearing witness in respect of his gifts: and through it he being dead yet speaketh. It is Gods intention that we learn from Abels faithful worship and turn away from any worship that we may devise in our own hearts. "); array_files[70]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_7-4-10.htm","2010-07-10","6K","Bulletin Article for July 4, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for July 4, 2010 Noah A Preacher Of Righteousness by Chris Simmons As few as nine generations removed from Adam, we read of the man Noah who lived during a time when the wickedness of man was great on the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually (Genesis 6:5). The sinfulness of man had reached the point that God was in fact sorry that He had made man on the earth and caused Him to grieve (verse 6). Gods decision was to blot out everything He had created, save for the fact that Noah had found favor in the eyes of the Lord (verses 7-8). What was it about Noah that brought about such divine favor? The text (verse 9) records three characteristics of Noah that explain this. One, it states that Noah was a righteous man. A righteous man is simply someone who strives to submit and conform to Gods standard of whats right. Two, the text says Noah was blameless in his time. Thats not to say Noah never made a mistake or committed any offense but it means that when he did, he earnestly sought to repent and rectify the situation. The word actually means to be perfect, whole or complete and Noah made sure his faith was complete in Gods sight. Finally, it is said of Noah that he walked with God. To walk with God is to be in fellowship with Him. It means to live consistently in all the way in which the Lord your God has commanded you (Deuteronomy 5:33). Noah also found divine favor because he persisted in proclaiming Gods will and the opportunity for salvation. For one hundred and twenty years (Genesis 6:3), Noah was described as a preacher of righteousness (II Peter 2:5), telling those around him of Gods impending judgment and His provisions for salvation. He continued with little success other than he and his wife, their three sons and their wives (I Peter 3:20). Noah understood that it was simply his role to proclaim Gods message and allow God to cause the growth (I Corinthians 3:6). Noah no doubt experienced a great deal of rejection and ridicule for his obedience to God (I Peter 4:4) and his faith in what God had asked him to do and we ought to learn to emulate his persistence and dedication in what God has asked us to do. Bible students today need to learn from Noahs faith and respect for the authority of Gods word. By faith Noah, being warned by God about things not yet seen, in reverence prepared an ark for the salvation of his household, by which he condemned the world, and became an heir of the righteousness which is according to faith (Hebrews 11:7). By faith means Noah acted in accordance with what he heard from the word of God (Romans 10:17) and his reverence necessitated that he not go beyond what was revealed (II John 9; I Corinthians 4:6). It is said of Noah, after being given very specific instructions by God, thus Noah did; according to all that God had commanded him, so he did (Genesis 6:22). Gods instructions included the specific dimensions of the ark, the specific wood to be used to build the ark, and the detailed contents of the ark. Noah had no authority to change the size of the ark in any way nor was it his option to choose a different type of wood or change the number of animals he was to bring. God had specifically stated all those things. What the wood was to be cut with was not dictated by God and Noah was free to determine the most expedient method to prepare the gopher wood. We need to learn from Noah that God always does what He says He is going to do. God gave His word that He was going to destroy the earth because of its wickedness and that is exactly what He did. Gods patience gave man one hundred and twenty years to repent and accept Gods deliverance but eventually His judgment was executed. Peter calls upon those who dont believe that the Lord will again come in judgment to remember that by the word of God the heavens existed long ago and the earth was formed out of water and by water, through which the world at that time was destroyed, being flooded with water. But the present heavens and earth by His word are being reserved for fire, kept for the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men (II Peter 3:5-7). Gods promises are also illustrated by the fact that after Noah left the ark, God promised that He would never again destroy the earth with a flood (Genesis 9:11-13) and He gave the rainbow as a sign of His covenant between Himself and man. Noah is certainly one of the great examples of faith and righteousness (Ezekiel 14:13-14) that we today need to pattern our lives after and learn from. We need to learn that Gods righteous judgment is a certainty for all man. We need to learn to take advantage of Gods patience that He extends to each one of us. We need to learn to walk with God every day of our lives. We learn that God alone defines where salvation is found and we need to learn that although God desires all men to be saved and come to a knowledge of the truth (I Timothy 2:4), His justice and righteousness demand that only those who obey Him no matter how few will actually be saved. Gods word is indeed powerful and we need to prepare ourselves for the day when He will give His word to bring about the final judgment of all mankind. "); array_files[71]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_7-11-10.htm","2010-07-10","8K","Bulletin Article for July 11, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for July 11, 2010 Abraham The Friend Of God by Micky Galloway There are a number of characters that influence the history of the scheme of redemption, but none stand out like Abraham. To him was made the promise, in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed (Genesis 12:3). This is explained in Acts 3:26 as turning away every one of you from your iniquities. Forgiveness was promised through the seed of Abraham which is Christ (Galatians 3:16). Furthermore, Abraham bears the unique distinction of being called the friend of God not once, but three times in Scripture (II Chronicles 2:7; Isaiah 41:8; James 2:23). It is perhaps the text of James 2:23 that gives us insight as to why Abraham was called the friend of God. The context of this passage is revealing. James 2:21-24 says, Was not Abraham our father justified by works, in that he offered up Isaac his son upon the altar? Thou seest that faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect; and the scripture was fulfilled which saith, And Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned unto him for righteousness; and he was called the friend of God. Ye see that by works a man is justified, and not only by faith. This is in response to the questions, What doth it profit, my brethren, if a man say he hath faith, but have not works? can that faith save him? But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith apart from works is barren? James 2:14-20. When we talk about salvation, we cannot separate faith and works. James connected Abrahams works in the offering of Isaac (Genesis 22:1-18) to his faith in Gods promise to make of him a great nation. Over a lifetime, Abraham demonstrated the kind of faith that saves. Abraham was the friend of God because, from a heart of love and devotion, he kept Gods commandments. Abraham started with God. When God called Abraham he was living in Ur of Chaldees (Acts 7:2). God said to Abraham, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy fathers house, unto the land that I will show thee. And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make they name great. And be thou a blessing (Genesis 12:1-2). Abraham was called upon to sacrifice his country, relatives and his fathers house in order to obey the voice of God. To leave all this was to leave a rich country with familiarity to go into a place he did not know. Hebrews 11:8 says, By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out unto a place which he was to receive for an inheritance; and he went out, not knowing whither he went. It was necessary that Abraham be completely separated from the idolatry of the land and learn to be completely dependent upon God. God has never asked anyone to make sacrifices without offering the promise of greater things. When God spoke to Abraham, the commandment also included the blessing, I will make thy name great and be thou a blessing. We too are called out of this world to live a sacrificial life of separation. Wherefore Come ye out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, And touch no unclean thing; And I will receive you, And will be to you a Father, And ye shall be to me sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty (II Corinthians 6:17-18). With the commandment comes the promise of eternal life (cf. Matthew 19:29). Let us ever remember that the very best that the world can offer doesnt begin to compare with heavens least. Abraham stayed with God. Having started with God, having come into the land, now Abraham has the choice to go or stay. And if indeed they had been mindful of that (country) from which they went out, they would have had opportunity to return (Hebrews 11:15). Abraham faced many problems in the land. Strangely enough, when Abraham arrived in the land there were already inhabitants there who were not friendly. Secondly, a famine hit forcing Abraham to go to Egypt for his very sustenance. Thirdly, there was the dispute between the herdsman of Lot and Abraham forcing the separation of these families. Then there was war in the land, causing Abraham to risk everything in order to save his nephew, Lot. Then Abraham was told that he would not personally possess the land, but his descendants four hundred years down the road would inherit the land. In his old age, Abraham was promised a son. Romans 4:19-20 says, And without being weakened in faith he considered his own body now as good as dead (he being about a hundred years old), and the deadness of Sarahs womb; yet, looking unto the promise of God, he wavered not through unbelief, but waxed strong through faith, giving glory to God, and being fully assured that what he had promised, he was able also to perform. Through this son there would develop a great nation of people. Then came the ultimate test of staying with God. God said, Take now thy son, thine only son, whom thou lovest, even Isaac, and get thee into the land of Moriah. And offer him there for a burnt-offering upon one of the mountains which I will tell thee of (Genesis 22:2). How could it be that God could bless Abraham with a great nation of descendants if Abraham killed his son? Abrahams reasoning is seen in Hebrews 11:17-19, By faith Abraham, being tried, offered up Isaac: yea, he that had gladly received the promises was offering up his only begotten (son); even he to whom it was said, In Isaac shall thy seed be called: accounting that God (is) able to raise up, even from the dead. It is at this point in his life that the Spirit inspired writer, James, calls Abraham the friend of God. Was not Abraham our father justified by works, in that he offered up Isaac his son upon the altar? Thou seest that faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect; and the scripture was fulfilled which saith, And Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned unto him for righteousness; and he was called the friend of God (James 2:21-23). Our lives are not without trials and temptations (cf. I Corinthians 10:13) that often cause us to abandon our journey. Let us, like righteous Abraham, determine to stay with God, fully assured of the promises God has made. Paul said, I press on toward the goal unto the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:4). Abraham finished with God. And these are the days of the years of Abrahams life which he lived, a hundred threescore and fifteen years. And Abraham gave up the ghost, and died in a good old age, an old man, and full (of years), and was gathered to his people (Genesis 25:7-8).That Abraham died full of years, indicates that his life was full, satisfied and abounding. Old age for Abraham was not a time of regret from wasted years, but a time of contentment and satisfaction. It was a time to anticipate the joy of, the city which hath the foundations, whose builder and maker is God (Hebrews 11:10). Abraham had purpose in life and therefore his faith was reckoned unto him for righteousness and he was called the friend of God. If we will start, stay and finish with God, we too can be counted as the friend of God, desiring a better (country), that is, a heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God; for he hath prepared for them a city (Hebrews 11:16). "); array_files[72]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_6-6-10.htm","2010-06-23","5K","Bulletin Articles for June 6, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Articles for June 6, 2010 (There are two articles on this page) Hitchhiking by Gailen E. Evans With his thumb, a hitchhiker says, You furnish the gas, car, attend to the repairs and upkeep, supply the insurance and Ill ride with you. But if you have an accident, Ill sue you for damages. Although most of us have not considered this before, the statement above which appeared in a major publication is true in every respect. The tragic fact is that the same principle is true in spiritual matters as well. There are many members of the church today who are nothing more than hitchhikers. By their actions they are saying, You go to all of the assemblies, take care of the minimal tasks such as cleaning the building, study the Bible and do the teaching, do the giving, and Ill just go along for the ride. But if things dont suit my fancy, Ill be the first to complain and criticize. And if you dont do things my way, Ill deprive you of my company and hitch a ride with some other congregation. Such uninformed people are not interested in the work of the church at all. Their only concern is, Whats in it for me? These are the people that cannot be depended upon to do ANYTHING unless they can see something in it for them. It is the duty of every faithful Christian to be aware of such parasites. They can drain the life completely out of the local congregation. Christ says, by their fruits ye shall know them (Matthew 7:16). Thus we need to watch the fruits that are borne by those who are the constant complainers. If complaining is the only fruit they are bearing, chances are that they are nothing short of spiritual hitchhikers. Dont allow yourself to become a hitchhiker. Set your mind to do all that you can to further the cause of Christ in this area. If it means sweeping the floors of the building in which we meet for worship, or taking a part in the public worship, we should be willing to carry our share of the load. A hitchhiker is immature and irresponsible a Christian must be mature and responsible in the work of the Lord (I Corinthians 16:13; Galatians 6:4-5). The Whole Counsel Of God by Gailen E. Evans In the Northern part of Mesopotamia, on the banks of the Chebar, God called to Himself a prophet to speak to His people who were then captive in Babylon. This was Ezekiel, a man who lived in the colony of banished Jews called Tel-Abib, with his family. As God was making clear his mission, He impressed upon him the great responsibility of warning others concerning their sinful state. When I say to the wicked, You shall surely die, and you give him no warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life, that same wicked {man} shall die in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at your hand. Yet, if you warn the wicked, and he does not turn from his wickedness, nor from his wicked way, he shall die in his iniquity; but you have delivered your soul (Ezekiel 3:18-19.) Although this is a case where God came directly to one man and gave him a specific task to perform, the principles taught here are as valid today as they were then. Through His inspired writers, He has laid upon us the duty of reaching the lost with the gospel of salvation in Christ Jesus (Luke 24:46-47; Matthew 28:19-20). The urgency is no less than it was in the time of Ezekiel. People are still dying in iniquity, destined to stand condemned before the Great Judge in the Last Day. The question that we must face is, Are we free from the blood of all men? The only way we can be is if we, like the apostle Paul, can say that we have not shunned to declarethe whole counsel of God (Acts 20:27). If we neglect to teach others concerning the commands of God, have we declared the whole counsel of God? Or if we water down some of the restrictions that He has placed upon our lives and regard peoples feelings rather than the truth of Gods word, have we declared the whole counsel of God? Yet, many are critical of preachers and teachers who stand before others and proclaim the mandates of God. Do they not realize, that if ANY who are proclaiming Gods Word neglect to warn those who God says will receive death as the wages of sin (Romans 6:23), that they themselves will be held accountable before God for their neglect? There is no doubt that many who are criticizing others for their bold proclamation of the Word today, are themselves facing the danger of eternal condemnation for their own negligence in declaring to others the whole counsel of God! "); array_files[73]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_6-13-10.htm","2010-06-23","14K","Bulletin Article for June 13, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for June 13, 2010 Why Are There Other Churches Of Christ In Our Area? by Gailen Evans (Editors note: We have just concluded an edifying week of Gospel Meetings with Gailen Evans. His work this past week was exemplary. The following article was written by Gailen some time ago to explain some differences in Churches of Christ. Micky) Many sincere people, members of the church and otherwise, have asked the question, Why are there other churches of Christ in this area that you are not associated with? Or, to me personally, Why are you preaching for that little group over there instead of one of the larger congregations? In view of the continuing interest on this subject, I have deemed it expedient to explain some of the differences between the Fifth Street East Church of Christ and other congregations in this area. In order to clear the air, I want to state some of the things that are not involved in this discussion. Some have said that our differences are based on such things as personal hatred, racism, taking care of orphaned children, preaching the gospel over radio or TV, or the disruption of happy families. Although these are some of the charges hurled against us, they are patently false. We do not hate anybody, much less our brethren. If there is any animosity between us and any other congregation in this area, it is one-sided, and we have nothing to do with it. Racial prejudice has no place in the life of any Christian, and consequently, we welcome warmly any person, no matter what their ancestry may be. We do believe that care should be provided for orphaned children, whether in private homes or otherwise. Likewise, we believe that it is scriptural to preach and teach the gospel on the radio or the television; only a lack of adequate funding prevents us from doing so ourselves at this time. We believe that families in which the husband and wife have permission from God in His Word to be married one to another should remain intact. However, we do not believe that anyone can be pleasing to God, and thus in fellowship with Gods children, when they persist in a relationship which God has not approved. With these preliminary remarks out of the way, lets deal with the principles upon which this congregation stands, and show why adherence to them has of necessity separated us from the other churches of Christ in this area. I believe that the Bible points to several basic reasons why we exist and do not join ourselves to one of the other congregations. I would like to list them and make some comments concerning them. Whether the brethren in these other groups agree with these reasons or not, I know that the knowledgeable among them will have to admit in all honesty that they are true. All of the reasons will not apply to all of the congregations, and those which do apply may not apply to the same degree. But the reasons do exist, and they are indeed valid distinctions. Bible Authority Reason 1: We differ on what constitutes legitimate religious authority. According to the Bible (I Corinthians 4:6; II John 9 and many others), Bible authority is inclusive and thus mutually exclusive. When we stray beyond this, we are beyond Gods approval. My brethren in the other churches of Christ do not believe this principle, whether they will admit it or not. They function on the basis of If God has not forbidden it, He has thus allowed it. The Bible teaches that if God has not allowed it, He has surely forbidden it! Those familiar with the subject of authority in the Bible recognize that we must have a direct statement or command, approved example or necessary inference in order to KNOW whether any practice or doctrine has authority from God. The difference in approach between what we practice and what many other congregations practice is that they believe that when God does not specifically condemn something, it is authorized. We believe that if God did not authorize it, it is wrong. This is indeed the first thing that separates us. Gods All-Sufficiency Reason 2: The Bible teaches the all-sufficiency of God in religion in all aspects. This is to say that Christ is an all-sufficient Savior; the Bible is an all-sufficient revelation; the church is all-sufficient in the worship that God expects and demands from it; the church both has an all-sufficient mission and that it is completely capable (if it will) of carrying it out congregationally. And finally, the church in its local organization in the Bible is all-sufficient (thus God prohibits any other religious organization, whatever its form may be). Our brethren, whom we regard with love in Christ, but whom we also regard as liberal with respect to these principles, do not agree with some or all of these points. For example, if they believed in the all-sufficiency of Christ as a Savior and the church as the Body of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23), they would see no other organization through which to exercise their function. Additionally, some have decided that the Bible must prohibit before a thing is displeasing to God, thus His revelation, in their eyes, is inadequate. Others are questioning the acts of worship which have characterized the church of Christ from its beginning nearly 2,000 years ago. They are no longer willing to oppose the introduction of man-made innovations. Still others doubt the all-sufficiency of the mission of the local congregation. The Bible, the Word of God, charges each congregation with the teaching of itself in the direction of spiritual maturity, providing for its own needy and teaching others the truth of the gospel. Our brethren want to add to these. Because of this, some are doubting the completeness of the organization which God gave each congregation. In the New Testament, each local work was made up of members (saints), deacons (servers), and bishops (elders or rulers) - as far as organization went, there was that and no more! (The preacher or evangelist is merely one of the members who has no authority as do the elders.) Those who refuse to restrict themselves to what God has revealed have added in great variety to these. They have whatever officers they deem necessary to do the additional work which by their own wisdom they have included in the work of the church. Mission Of The Congregation Reason 3: The Bible teaches that the church has the functions briefly given in Ephesians 6:12, for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ. That is ALL! It also teaches that the church is all-sufficient to accomplish these ends. Brethren have made the mistake of deciding that since some congregations do not do all of these things to their satisfaction, that God is also displeased. They fail to realize that responsibility is a mixture of opportunity and ability. If the lack of one or the other of these exists, you have no responsibility. If the cause of failure is beyond this, those involved need to straighten themselves out. But instead of this, such reasoning as I know that this is the responsibility of the individual, but you know that not all individuals fulfill their responsibilities, so the church has to do it for them. This is actually the essence of what was said by one of the deacons of a digressive congregation when he came face to face with the facts of the Bible. In attempts to accomplish their ends, and satisfy their purposes, my brethren have employed a variety of human organizations. But these, almost without exception, are larger than the local congregation, and require financial support from many congregations. Thus brethren have activated the church universal, which is something which God has never authorized. The largest working collective in the New Testament for Gods work that is authorized, organized and approved by Him, is the local congregation. It is the smallest and the largest working collective that the Bible knows anything about. Congregational Autonomy Reason 4: This is a critical consideration. The New Testament teaches that each local church is separate and autonomous (possessed of the power of self-rule) and totally without ties, organic or otherwise, with any other congregation! My brethren do not respect this principle, and tie themselves to each other for various purposes all the way from building and maintaining organizations for benevolent purposes to making contributions to colleges for secular education. In some instances, such congregations have taken over the running of other congregations; others have willingly given themselves over to the control of another. God teaches us that each congregation, regardless of size, is an independent entity, totally separate from all other congregations, in its worship, work and organization. Distinction Between The Individual And Local Church Action Reason 5: The New Testament makes a clear distinction between those responsibilities imposed on individual Christians and functional groups of Christians (local churches). The fact that some tasks are required of both the individual and the church does not in any way mar this distinction. God will hold Christians accountable in terms of personal responsibilities in both relationships. One of our brethrens favorite sayings is what the individual does, the church does: what the church does, the individual does. The only thing wrong with this saying is that nothing about it is true! One simple illustration will demonstrate this to be evident. I am a husband and am commanded by God to love my wife. The church as a collective body is to love each of its members. Christians as individuals are to love one another. When I leave on a trip, and kiss my wife, no one in control of their faculties would conclude that this is the church loving my wife. But this is what the position that our brethren hold requires us to conclude. Individual Responsibilities Of Christians Reason 6: Many, if not most, of the responsibilities Christians have in this life are individual in nature. The fact that we also have some which are collective does not change this in the least. But organizing seems to be the order of the day. In their minds, our brethren have confused modern human thinking with what the Bible teaches, and the Bible is the loser! There is no way that the local church where I am a member can do the things which God requires of me as an individual, and be within the bounds of divine authority. For example, I am to love my brother in Christ. This means I am to seek his greatest good, then do it. Even if the local church sets out to find this greatest good, then does it and says it is doing it for me, but I have anger or hatred in my heart toward this one, the church cannot possibly erase this feeling by what it has done. Possibly the greatest fallacy in this thinking is it reduces the life of a Christian to nothing more than religion by proxy. If I throw a few more dollars in the collection plate, the church has a program for helping someone that I have a responsibility to help, and I can be deceived into believing that I am practicing the pure religion of James 1:27. Nothing could be further from the truth! All I have done is dumped the responsibility that God gave me onto the local church, and done so without Gods permission or approval! Words, Works, Government And Worship Reason 7: The pattern of apostasy throughout history as we find it recorded in both the Old and the New Testaments is always the same. It starts with the misuse of words; progresses from there to the misuse of these words to describe some work that brethren want to engage in, but cannot justify from the Scriptures. It goes further, then, to adjusting the government of the congregation to the new work. For after all, when we have a work, there must be a worker, and people like titles. This generally takes two generations to accomplish, because our brethren, like everyone else, are loaded with prejudices. The movement must be slow enough so those who cling to the idea (but not the application) of having Bible authority for our work will not be unduly disturbed. Then the payoff comes in the third generation, step number four. The acts of worship are changed also to please the desires of the group members rather than leaving them as God has authorized. Sometimes this can be accomplished in fewer generations where there is already a lack of respect evident among those who are elders, deacons and preachers, for divine authority. Apostasy Reason 8: Our brethren disagree on what constitutes apostasy. According to the New Testament, once people have gone beyond the limits of the written Word of God, they no longer have God (II John 9). We are restricted to what the Lord has caused to be written (John 20:30,32; I Corinthians 4:6). The Scriptures furnish us completely unto every good work (II Timothy 3:16-17; Colossians 3:17) and we must do all that we do in matters of religion by the authority of Christ. Thus if a particular work is not furnished (i.e. instructed concerning) in the New Testament, it simply is not a good work! This is true regardless of what man thinks. To refuse to be limited to only what Gods Word has given us in the pages of the Bible is APOSTASY. "); array_files[74]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_6-20-10.htm","2010-06-23","10K","Bulletin Article for June 20, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for June 20, 2010 In The Beginning Adam and Eve by Chris Simmons In the sixth day of creation, God, after having made everything in the heavens and the earth, then created man in His image to rule over all of His creation. From man, God formed his help-meet, woman, and then placed them in the garden. From thence, the history of all man unfolds including countless examples of success and failure, righteousness and sin, truth and error that we are wise to learn from. But what are we to learn and apply from what happened to Adam and Eve in the beginning ? What lessons are we to carry with us from the first days of man? We learn that Gods will is understandable. Gods directions were clear from any tree of the garden you may eat freely with the single exception of the tree of knowledge of good and evil which they were prohibited from partaking of (Genesis 2:16). The instructions were clear enough that when the serpent asked Eve about what restrictions God had placed upon the fruit of the garden, Eve clearly and accurately repeated what God had told them (Genesis 3:1-3). God, as Creator of all, is most definitively able to communicate His will to man in a clear and understandable manner. Paul noted in Ephesians 3:3-5, that by revelation there was made known to me the mystery, as I wrote before in brief. And by referring to this, when you read you can understand my insight into the mystery of Christ. We are commanded to understand what the will of the Lord is (Ephesians 5:17) and God has never asked man to do anything that is impossible to do. Thats not to say that we wont have to be diligent (II Tim. 2:15) and work hard at studying Gods word and we might need to work with other sound Christian brethren to ask questions (Acts 8:30-31) but it can and must be done. We also learn from Adam and Eve that one of Satans primary tactics is to be the accuser of both God and man. After Eve repeated Gods instructions to the serpent, the serpent replied that the reason God made that rule was to keep man from being as wise as God and that what God defined as the consequences of eating the fruit (death) was simply untrue (Gen. 3:4-5). In the book of Revelation we read that being an accuser of the children of God is a primary activity of Satan. Revelation 12:10, Now the salvation, and the power, and the kingdom of our God and the authority of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren has been thrown down, who accuses them before our God day and night. An example of Satans efforts to accuse man before our Father in heaven can be seen in the book of Job when Satan accuses Job before God of being blameless and upright only because God had made a hedge about him and that if those blessings were taken away that Job would curse God (Job 1:8-12). Satans accusations proved not to be true as he is a liar and the father of lies (John 8:44) but we, seeing his scheming efforts cant afford to be ignorant (II Corinthians 2:11). We also learn that Satans deceptive devices include the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and mans pride of life. We read in I John 2:15-16, Do not love the world, nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world. With Adam and Eve, the lust of the flesh was seen in the serpent pointing out how the fruit of the forbidden tree was a delight to the eyes. The lust of the flesh was seen in the serpents efforts to focus their attention on the fact that the tree was good for food. The boastful pride of life was in the serpents false accusations that the fruit was desirable to make one wise and would make them like God. These are the same forms of temptations Satan used against Jesus in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11) and they are the foundation for the same deceitful devices he seeks to use against us today. Another lesson to be learned from Adam and Eve is that man has a choice. God created man with the ability to choose and Adam and Eve faced the decision to submit to Gods will or to succumb to the serpents deception and lies. God desires man to submit to Him but it must be a choice and an exercise of our will to do so. We are to choose for yourselves today whom you will serve (Joshua 24:15) but choose we must. We cannot go on limping between the two sides (I Kings 18:21, ASV) but must, by our words and actions, choose to present ourselves as servants of someone (Romans 6:16). Adam and Eve remind us of the need to learn to accept responsibility for our actions. When confronted by God in the garden, Adam, rather than accepting responsibility, first blamed his wife Eve for his sin. Eve in turn blamed the serpent. Neither of them accepted responsibility and simply answered as they should have, I have sinned against heaven, and in your sight as the prodigal son did upon returning to his father (Luke 15:21). Rather, they followed the path of excuse making that countless people yet today follow. No one is ever responsible for what they do anymore. Aaron tried to claim that he wasnt responsible (he blamed the people who he said were prone to do evil ) for the golden calf he made while Moses tarried on Mount Sinai (Exodus 32:21-24). Saul wouldnt claim responsibility for failing to follow Gods command to utterly destroy the Amalekites but again blamed the people for his sin (I Samuel 15:10-21). We desperately need to learn from Adam and Eve that there are severe consequences to sinful choices. It cost them, above all else, fellowship with God. God had told them that in the day they ate of the tree of knowledge of good and evil that they would surely die and spiritually they did for the wages of sin is certainly death (Romans 3:23). They were both driven from the garden, never to have access again (Genesis 3:22-24). No longer with access to the tree of life, physical death was now certain to be part of their future and the future of all men. Because of their sin, consequences were placed upon both man and woman including the pain of childbirth and submission to their husbands for the woman and the toil and sweat by which man would now have to toil and labor for his sustenance. The consequences for unrepented sin are indeed ominous for man today as we are promised eternal destruction away from the presence of the Lord (II Thessalonians 1:7-9). Im convinced that the example of the death of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5 for their sin of lying should provoke our hearts to contemplate, that though we live by faith under the law of Christ, the consequences of sin are just as serious as they were for Adam and Eve. Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? God forbid! (Romans 6:1-2). Adam did not bring about spiritual death for all man. Each one of us dies spiritually because we each have rebelled against God. Ezekiel states in Ezekiel 18:20, The person who sins will die. The son will not bear the punishment for the fathers iniquity, nor will the father bear the punishment for the sons iniquity. Paul stated in Romans 5:12, Therefore, just as through one man sin entered into the world, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men, because all sinned. Our spiritual death is due to our sin and no one else. Adam and Even were simply the first in a long line of sinners. When we consider the serious consequences of sin, we also need to be reminded by Adam and Eve that we cannot hide from God. They tried to hide themselves from the presence of the Lord in the garden but God knew not only where they were but what was in their hearts. We must remember what is recorded by Jeremiah in Jeremiah 17:10, I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, even to give to each man according to his ways, according to the results of his deeds. Jonah learned that there is nowhere we can go to flee from Gods presence (Psalms 139:1-12; Jonah 1:3). Quickly, we need to make the point that in studying about Adam and Eve, we understand that God has forever defined the roles and responsibilities of man and woman and He has defined the relationship man and woman may have together. One man and one woman, for life. That is how God defined it in the beginning and thats how our Lord said it is to be (Matthew 19:4-6). Finally, despite the severe consequences of their sin, we learn from the account in Genesis chapter 3 that God had a plan from the very beginning yes, before the foundation of the world to redeem man from his sin. For in the curse God pronounced upon the serpent, He gave hope when He said And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed; he shall bruise you on the head, and you shall bruise him on the heel (Genesis 3:15). The reference to the seed of woman is a prophetic reference to Jesus Christ who would inflict the crushing blow upon Satan when He would overcome death and give us the victory over sin and death. So many important lessons for us to learn in the beginning. "); array_files[75]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/1%20-%20Lessons%20From%20Lucifer.ppt","2010-06-23","2458K","1%20-%20Lessons%20From%20Lucifer.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp441696.ppt * * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am class Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am class Gailen Evans * Please Turn toIsaiah 14:12 Who is Lucifer? “The Bible teaches us that back somewhere around the beginning of time, the Devil was once named Lucifer…” “Lucifer is merely a fallen angel who led the revolt, thus his wings were torn from him … He has no connection with the Devil. Satan and Lucifer are two different people.” Five Quick Facts About The Context 1.The Book – Isaiah Isaiah 1:16-17 2. Chapter 13 – God explains how He punishes all nations for their sin. Five Quick Facts About The Context 3.Isaiah begins by calling out the nation of Babylon Isaiah 13:1,17,19-20 4. God’s people get a blessing. Isaiah 14:1-2 Five Quick Facts About The Context 5.God’s people will celebrate the defeat of the Babylonians & their king Isaiah 14:3-7, 5-7 We are forced to Reconsider WHO Lucifer is in this context It is NOT SATAN – it is the King of Babylon. Isaiah 14:4 Verses 13 & 14 Describe the Arrogance of Babylonian kings Daniel 4:28-32; 5:22-23 We are forced to Reconsider WHO Lucifer is in this context Verse 16 says Lucifer a man who made the earth tremble Verse 17 says he overthrew Cities & did not release captives We are forced to Reconsider WHO Lucifer is in this context Verse 18 his dishonor in death, not buried like other kings Verse 22 clearly talking about Babylon & her evil kings Lucifer is NOT Another Name For Satan or Some Demon Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible 1.The Number of People who Believe Something has Nothing to do With Whether or not it’s true. Not many believe baptism necessary for salvation – BUT it is the TRUTH! Mark 16:16 Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible Not many know the New Testament says nothing about using mechanical instruments in worship to God – BUT it is TRUE! Colossians 3:16 Not many people believe that you can divorce only if spouse is unfaithful – BUT it is the TRUTH! Matthew 19:9 Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible ONLY the BIBLE determines TRUTH! Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible 2.We Need to Study the Bible for Ourselves Acts 17:10-12 3.It is Important to Study Bible Passages in Their Context Need to Look Around Read the Whole Verse Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible Step Back & Look Before & After Acts 16:30,31,33 Need to Consider Entire Chapter Acts 2:38; 22:16 Think about the Entire Bible Luke 12:40; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible Can’t Take One Verse or Phrase & Make of it Whatever I Want 4.When I Discover Something I Believe does Not Agree with the Bible, I Need to Change What I Believe People Make Bad Decisions All The Time “I know what the Bible says about divorce, but God wants me to be happy.” “I know what the Bible says about baptism, but that’s not what I was taught growing up.” “I know what the Bible says about instrumental music, but every one else uses it.” Could We Be Making Bad Decisions? How do we Respond When Something we Believe Doesn’t Agree With the Bible? 1 Corinthians 15:33 Proverbs 4:23 IF I am Going to be the Person God Wants me to be, I Must Carefully Study His Word God’s Word Is Always Right What God Says About Salvation is RIGHT All are Sinners & Need to be Saved Romans 3:23 All Must Believe & be Baptized to be Saved from Sin Mark 16:16 THIS is what God Said This is what we Must Believe What have YOU DONE? * 6/6/2010 am class Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[76]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/2%20-%20Why%20Are%20You%20So%20Dogmatic%20(Part%201).ppt","2010-06-23","2259K","2%20-%20Why%20Are%20You%20So%20Dogmatic%20(Part%201).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp139606.ppt * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am Gailen Evans * Dogma- 1. A system of principles or tenets, as of a church. 2. A specific tenet or doctrine authoritatively laid down, as by a church. Dogmatic- Asserting opinions in a doctrinaire or arrogant manner; opinionated. “Why are you being so dogmatic?” “Why does it have to be your way?” “Why can’t we just agree to disagree and accept one another?” Just because someone says something is opinion Does Not Make It SO! Reasons Why We Are So Specific in Our Convictions & Why We NEED to Be! We Are Dealing With The Word of God We Have God’s Message To Us – 2 Peter 1:3; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 In The Bible We Find: What God Has Done For Us Why He Did It What He Expects of Us How To Be Saved How To Serve Him How To Worship Him How to Deal With The Ungodly How To Treat One Another How to Stay Saved 1 Peter 4:11 “If anyone speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God. If anyone ministers, let him do it as with the ability which God supplies, that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.” God Has Always Demanded That We Respect His Authority Authority Means Permission Genesis Ch. 3 & 4:3-7 Leviticus 10:1-4 2 Samuel 6:6-8 Learn by Both Example & Precept That God Has Set Boundaries We Are To Respect John 12:49; 14:10 Acts Chapter 15 Acts 10:23,45; 11:12 1 Corinthians 4:6 Revelation 22:18-19; Luke 6:46 Learn by Both Example & Precept That God Has Set Boundaries We Are To Respect If We are to be Pleasing to God we Must Accept what His Word Says 1 Corinthians 4:6 Revelation 22:18-19; Luke 6:46 We Can’t Preach “a different gospel” & expect to be pleasing to GodGalatians 1:6-9 2 Timothy 2:15 It is Never What the Word of God SAYS that divides – it is what it DOES NOT SAY! 2 Timothy 4:3-4 WE NEED AUTHORITY FOR ALL WE DO! Acts 5:29 When it Comes to What You Believe What is Your Motive? * 6/6/2010 am Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[77]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/3%20-%20Why%20Are%20You%20So%20Dogmatic%20(Part%202).ppt","2010-06-23","2346K","3%20-%20Why%20Are%20You%20So%20Dogmatic%20(Part%202).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp35157.ppt * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Reasons Why It Is Imp0rtant That We Be As Specific As We Can Be In Following God’s Instructions 1. We Are Dealing With God 2. God Has Always Demanded That We Respect His Authority 3. God Wants Unity John 17:20-22 1 Corinthians 1:10 What Type of Unity does God Want? Same Unity He had with His Father John 17:21 Total Agreement 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 1 Corinthians 4:6,17 How to Achieve Unity? Submit to the Same Standard Acts 5:29 Compromise will Never Lead to True Unity 4. One day each of us is going to stand before God & be judged by His Word 2 Corinthians 5:10 John 5:28-29 Hebrews 9:27; 2 Thessalonians 1:6-9; Romans 2:2-11 John 12:48-49 Revelation 20:12 Romans 2:16 God Gave Us His Word So We Might Know His Will For Us Ephesians 3:1-7; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Romans 15:4 We Better Know It – And We Better Keep It! Where do we draw the line with who we are going to fellowship? Why bother studying at all? Why live pure lives of sacrifice? What do we use as a standard to find unity? What about the standard Jesus said we would be judged by? It DOES MATTER! * 6/6/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[78]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/4%20-%20Are%20There%20Saved%20People%20In%20All%20Churches.ppt","2010-06-23","2218K","4%20-%20Are%20There%20Saved%20People%20In%20All%20Churches.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp36800.ppt * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/7/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/7/2010 pm Gailen Evans * “Aren’t there saved people in all churches?” “Why do you believe you are the only ones who will be saved?” It Cannot Be Established by Scripture That There Are Saved People in All Churches 1 John 4:1 IF One Church is as Good as Another, There Would be No Such Thing as a False Prophet! 1 Thessalonians 5:21 “Test all things; hold fast what is good.” What would there be to test IF One Church Were As Good As Another? IF One Church were as good as another, NO REASON to STUMBLE - Why be Diligent? 2 Peter 1:10 “Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble;” “What about John 15? Doesn’t it teach that Christ is the vine & various churches the branches?” Individual Disciples the Branches, NOT Churches The church is the great mystical body which includes all churches. All churches make up the body of Christ. NOT TRUE! Ephesians 4:4; 1:22-23 Matthew 16:18 Acts 2:41,47 What Denominations Did The Early Christians Belong To? THERE WERE NONE! Can one be a Christian Without Being a Member of ANY Denomination? IF SO – THEY ARE NOT NEEDED! Does The Bible Require a Christian to Join A Denomination? IF So, WHICH ONE? Are There ‘Saved’ People In All Churches? NO! Because Most Have Not Done What It Takes To Be A Saved Individual Who Is A Saved Person? Faith – John 8:24 Repentance – Acts 17:30 Confession- Matthew 10:32 Baptism- Mark 16:16 What Does it Mean To Be A Member of The Church? Believed, Baptized, Saved Mark 16:16 Lord Adds to church Acts 2:47 Baptized Into One Body 1Corinthians 12:13 Savior of the Body Ephesians 5:23 A Part of The Church Acts 2:38,41,47 Purchased by His Blood Acts 20:28 Baptized Into Christ Romans 6:3-4 All Spiritual Blessings Ephesians 1:3 Born Again in Kingdom John 3:5 Will be Delivered Up 1 Corinthians 15:24 Children in God’s Family Galatians 3:26-27 If Son, Then Heir Galatians 4:7 IF One is NOT in the Church, Not Saved, Not Washed by the Blood, NOT in the kingdom, etc. Are There ‘Saved’ People In All Denominations? NO! Because They Are Not Identical To The New Testament Church, & Therefore Cannot BE The New Testament Church Hebrews 8:5 “who serve the copy and shadow of the heavenly things, as Moses was divinely instructed when he was about to make the tabernacle. For He said, ‘See that you make all things according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.’” MUST be ACCORDING TO THE PATTERN! Building According To The Pattern Name – Acts 11:26; Romans 16:16 Foundation- 1 Corinthians 3:11; Matthew 16:18 Law- 1 Corinthians 14:37; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Membership- Acts 2:38; Galatians 3:26-27 Organization- Acts 14:23; Philippians 1:1; Ephesians 4:11 Worship - Acts 2:43; Ephesians 5:19; Acts 20:7 Discipline- Matthew 18:17; 1Corinthians 5:4 Love of Brethren- 1 Peter 1:22; Hebrews 13:1; John 13:34-35 THIS is the Church Which Jesus Established Acts 20:29-30 Are There ‘Saved’ People In All Denominations? NO! Because They All Contradict One Another 1 Corinthians 14:33 2 John 9 Matthew 15:9 Are There ‘Saved’ People In All Denominations? NO! Because This Would Sanction Division Which The Bible Condemns 1 Corinthians 12:25; 1:10-13 John 17:20-21 Romans 16:17; Titus 3:10 Jude 3; 1 Timothy 6:12; 1:18 Titus 1:13-14; Philippians 1:17 5 Reasons Why There Are Not Saved people in All Churches Cannot Be Established by Scripture Not Saved to Start With Not Identical to N.T. church Churches Contradict One Another Would Sanction Division * 6/7/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[79]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/5%20-%20God%20Expects%20Us%20To%20Think.ppt","2010-06-23","8524K","5%20-%20God%20Expects%20Us%20To%20Think.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp358844.ppt * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/8/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/8/2010 pm Gailen Evans * “A man full of faith is simply one who has lost (or never had) the capacity for clear and realistic thought [H.L. Mencken] What has religion to do with facts? Nothing [Robert Green Ingersoll] For most people, religion is nothing more than a substitute for a malfunctioning brain.”(Gene Roddenberry) “The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no God.’ They are corrupt, They have done abominable works, There is none who does good.” Psalm 14:1 The World Does Not See “Eye to Eye” With God 20 “Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? … 25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men.” 1 Corinthians 1:20-31; 3:19 Accusations Made to Those Who Love Truth “Unwilling to think, who blindly followed ‘tradition’, and who are incapable of reading Gods word, weighing it against other passages, and coming to a sound, reasoned conclusion without the help of someone else.” 2 Timothy 2:24-26 NKJV 24 And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, 25 in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth, 26 and that they may come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him to do his will. Accuse us of “not thinking – let someone else think for us” Say we follow “traditions of men” which are unworthy of belief They are the Only ones Thinking & what They teach is a “new approach” to the Bible It is Sad to Accuse the church of being Unwilling and Incapable of Thinking on their Own It is NOT TRUE that Everything we Believe & Teach is the Doctrine & Traditions of Men! Mark 16:15-16 John 20:30-31 “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits whether they are of God…” 1 John 4:1 Matthew 7:15-21 Jesus expects us to be able to Look at what a man is doing & teaching & make a Sound Reasonable Judgment Whether it is of God or Not Our Own Lack of Desire to Know The Truth Stands in The Way of Understanding Spiritual Truths Get Mentally Lazy & do Not Study to Comprehend for the Purpose of Personal Application Some Have Forgotten the Standard by Which Truth & Error Will be Judged John 12:48 * 6/8/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[80]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/6%20-%20It%20Is%20Well%20With%20My%20Soul.ppt","2010-06-23","8015K","6%20-%20It%20Is%20Well%20With%20My%20Soul.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp203908.ppt * * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans * There are times when everything goes right . . . Health problems develop . . . A loved one dies . . . A marriage goes bad . . . A job is lost . . . Financial problems come up . . . Strong temptations to sin . . . Written by Horatio Spafford in 1873 Experienced the loss of his 4 yr old son to scarlet fever in early 1871, Suffered the loss of most of his physical possessions in the great Chicago fire of 1871, Lost his four daughters when the ship Ville de Havre sank in the northern Atlantic in November of 1873. Written on the deck of a ship near the spot where his four daughters along with 226 others died on his way to pick up his wife, Anna, who was one of only 47 survivors. Be anxious for nothing – Philippians 4:4-7 Think Right – Philippians 4:8; Matthew 6:19-23 LEARNING to be CONTENT– Philippians 4:11-12 Must build our life on the solid foundation - trusting God –Matthew 7:24-26; Proverbs 10:25; Philippians 4:13 Satan’s goal is to destroy us – 1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 6:10-18 God cares for us – He has provided our every need – 1 Peter 5:7,9-10 Our greatest need is the salvation of our souls –Luke 12:15-21; John 3:16; Romans 5:8-9; Ephesians 2:8-10. I have believed and obeyed the gospel – My sins have been forgiven Acts 2:38; 22:16; Galatians 3:26-27; Romans 6:3-4; 1 Peter 3:21; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 2:12 No matter my physical circumstance – I have cause to praise the Lord –Job 1:20-21; Acts 16:25 By faith - I am looking for the that eternal city – Hebrews 11:13-16 I am serving Jesus and He will reward me when He returns– Matthew 25:34, Colossians 3:24; Revelation 22:12-14 These are comforting words to the righteous – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:10-11 Psalms 46:1-11 (NKJV) 1 To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. A song for Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, Even though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though its waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with its swelling. Selah Psalms 46:1-11 (NKJV) 4 There is a river whose streams shall make glad the city of God, The holy place of the tabernacle of the Most High. 5 God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved; God shall help her, just at the break of dawn. 6 The nations raged, the kingdoms were moved; He uttered His voice, the earth melted. 7 The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah Psalms 46:1-11 (NKJV) 8 Come, behold the works of the Lord, Who has made desolations in the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; He breaks the bow and cuts the spear in two; He burns the chariot in the fire. 10 Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! 11 The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting In the dark, icy waters of the North Atlantic, the Ville de Havre collided with another ship off the coast of New Foundland. Only 47 of the hundreds on board survived, Spaffords wife Anna was one of the survivors. All four daughters perished.When Anna reached Wales she sent Horatio a telegram that read simply: Saved alone.With all five of his children now gone and a grieving wife across the Atlantic, Spafford was now facing the billows of sorrow.He rushed to New York, departing on the first available ship. As the ship rolled the waves of the cold, dark Atlantic, the captain summoned Spafford to the bridge. Pointing to an area off ships bow, he explained to Spafford that this is the area in which the Ville de Havre had gone down.Alone, Spafford bundled up and walked to the bow. Gazing out into the darkness with the moonlight dancing on the cold waves he penned these words.When peace like a river attendeth my way,When sorrows like sea billows roll;Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say,It is well, it is well with my soul.What faith it must have taken for this man who had just lost four precious daughters and a son previously to death to say it is well with my soul. That is the type of faith I strive for, an it is well with my soul faith. A faith that no matter what befalls me to be able to say, OK God, youre in control, my life and everything in it is yours, so whatever happens...good or bad...it is OK with me.My friends, to be honest with you, I am far from that. I do hope that slowly, day by day I am acquiring that faith, but Im not there yet.As the sea billows roll in my life I tend to whine and complain. I find myself asking God why when I should be asking Him How? When I do have my fleeting moments of It is well faith, I can faintly hear God saying Just be patient and know that I will NEVER, NEVER, NEVER leave you or forsake you.Below is the rest of It Is Well With My SoulThough Satan should buffet,Though trials should come,Let this blest assurance contol,That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate,And hath shed His own blood for my soul.It is well, it is well with my soul.My sin-O the bliss of this glorious thought,My sin, not in part, but the whole,Is nailed to the corss, and I bear it no more:Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!It is well, it is well with my soul.And Lord haste the day when my faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll:The trump shall resound and the Lord shall descend,Even so-It is well with my soul.It is well, It is well with my soul.“ * In 1873, Horatio Spafford and his family planned a trip to Europe. The trip was to be a break from the calamity that had come upon the Spafford family. In the two previous years, a young son had died of scarlet fever and much financial loss was incurred as a result of the great Chicago fire. Just before the family was to depart for Europe, business interests detained Spafford in Chicago so he sent his wife and four daughters on ahead to England aboard the Ville de Havre. 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting * 6/9/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[81]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/7%20-%20What%20Is%20Lewdness.ppt","2010-06-23","2495K","7%20-%20What%20Is%20Lewdness.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp163329.ppt * * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/10/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/10/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Common to All People? Sexual Desire Not inherently Sinful Genesis 1:31 Song of Solomon Genesis 2:24 Matthew 19:4-6; 1 Corinthians 7:1-9; Hebrews 13:4 Thought Comes Before Action Cleanse our Conduct by Cleansing the Mind- 2 Corinthians 10:5; Philippians 4:8 Conquer Sexual Immorality in Practice by Striving to Conquer Sexual Immorality in The Mind Lewdness Galatians 5:19-21 Mark 7:21-23 2 Corinthians 12:21 Ephesians 4:19 1 Peter 4:3 Jude 4 What Does It Mean? “1. inclined to lustfulness; wanton; lewd: 2. arousing sexual desire: 3.indicating sexual interest or expressive of lust or lewdness:” “excess, licentiousness, absence of restraint, indecency, wantonness” “unbridled lust, excess, wantonness, outrageousness, shamelessness, insolence” Matthew 5:27-28You have heard that it was said to those of old, You shall not commit adultery. But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 1 Corinthians 6:18“Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body.” “Lust” Opens The Door James 1:14-15 “But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death.” Lewd Behavior “Sexual Intoxication” 1 Peter 4:7 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10 Pornography Psalms 101:3 Job 31:1 Dancing Galatians 5:19-21 wanton acts or manners as filthy words, indecent bodily movements, unchaste handling of males and females, etc. Immodest Clothing 1 Timothy 2:9 “in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing” Suggestive, Vulgar Language Colossians 3:8 NKJV 8 But now you yourselves are to put off all these: anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy language out of your mouth. Ephesians 4:31 NKJV 31 Let all… evil speaking be put away from you” 1 Peter 3:10 NKJV 10 .. “refrain his tongue from evil” Avoiding Lewdness Proverbs 7:1-5 Job 31:1 James 1:14-15 Philippians 4:8 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Titus 3:8 1 Timothy 5:2 1 Corinthians 10:13 Avoid All Lewd Conduct Conduct ourselves in ways that do Not Provoke lust in others Strive to Be Holy as God is Holy (1 Peter 1:16) * 6/10/2010 pm Gailen Evans Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting "); array_files[82]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/8%20-%20How%20Do%20We%20Build%20Faith%20In%20Our%20Children.ppt","2010-06-23","1551K","8%20-%20How%20Do%20We%20Build%20Faith%20In%20Our%20Children.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp59427.ppt * * * * * * * * Spring 2010 Gospel 6/11/2010 pm Gailen Evans * Few Griefs Greater Than One’s Child Forsaking The Lord Proverbs 10:1 “foolish son the grief of his mother” Proverbs 17:21 “father of a fool has no joy.” Proverbs 17:25 “foolish son a grief to his father” Proverbs 19:13 “ruin of his father” Wisdom From The Scriptures on Raising Godly Children Proverbs 23:24-25 What kind of Commitment is Necessary to See it Accomplished? Luke 14:28-30 “count the cost” How do we Find Strength to Accomplish This? 1 John 5:4-5 “faith – victory that overcomes the world” Some Things Parents Must Become Be a Christian With Strong Faith 2 Timothy 1:5 2 Corinthians 13:5 Your Faith Must Cost You Dearly Luke 14:33 Teach Children about God Who Loves Them Revelation 2:10 Be Knowledgeable In What is Right & Wrong Hebrews 5:12-14 Galatians 5:21 Romans 12:1,2 1 Thessalonians 5:21 We Will Be Tested Severely Daniel 1:8 Joshua 24:15 Let Us Be Consistent! Openly Confess When We Are Wrong Have a Will to Stand Firm & Exercise Discipline Hebrews 12:5-11 Mark 10:21-22 Communicate in Discipline Ephesians 6:4; 4:26-27 Parents to Raise Child – Not The Opposite Proverbs 29:15;3:12 Must Be Committed to Practicing God’s Will In Relationship With Your Mate Ephesians 5:25-33 Ephesians 4:31-32 Be Committed To Being A Good Teacher Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Ephesians 6:4 Prepare Far Ahead of Birth of Child to Teach James 3:13-15 Instill God’s Wisdom James 3:17-18 Must be a Couple who will Stand United on These Things Luke 1:5-6 1 Peter 3:7 Let’s Build A Solid Faith in Our Children! What Influence & Example Will We Leave With Our Children? Your Voice Will Speak Long After Your Departure in The Minds of Your Children Proverbs 22:6 Hebrews 11:4 "); array_files[83]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/1%20-%20Lessons%20From%20Lucifer.pdf","2010-06-23","89K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 1 - Lessons From Lucifer.pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am class Please Turn to Isaiah 14:12 Who is Lucifer? Lucifer is merely a fallen The Bible teaches us that back somewhere around the beginning of time, the Devil was once named Lucifer... angel who led the revolt, thus his wings were torn from him ... He has no connection with the Devil. Satan and Lucifer are two different people. Five Quick Facts About The Context 1. The Book Isaiah Isaiah 1:16-17 2. Chapter 13 God explains how He punishes all nations for their sin. Five Quick Facts About The Context 3. Isaiah begins by calling out the nation of Babylon Isaiah 13:1,17,19-20 4. Gods people get a blessing. Isaiah 14:1-2 Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am class Five Quick Facts About The Context 5. We are forced to Reconsider WHO Lucifer is in this context It is NOT SATAN it is the King of Babylon. Isaiah 14:4 Verses 13 & 14 Describe the Arrogance of Babylonian kings Daniel 4:28-32; 5:2223 Gods people will celebrate the defeat of the Babylonians & their king Isaiah 14:3-7, 5-7 We are forced to Reconsider WHO Lucifer is in this context Verse 16 says Lucifer a man who made the earth tremble Verse 17 says he overthrew Cities & did not release captives We are forced to Reconsider WHO Lucifer is in this context Verse 18 his dishonor in death, not buried like other kings Verse 22 clearly talking about Babylon & her evil kings Lucifer is NOT Another Name For Satan or Some Demon Gailen Evans Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible 1. The Number of People who Believe Something has Nothing to do With Whether or not its true. Not many believe baptism necessary for salvation BUT it is the TRUTH! Mark 16:16 2 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am class Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible Not many know the New Testament says nothing about using mechanical instruments in worship to God BUT it is TRUE! Colossians 3:16 Not many people believe that you can divorce only if spouse is unfaithful BUT it is the TRUTH! Matthew 19:9 Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible ONLY the BIBLE determines TRUTH! Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible 2. We Need to Study the Bible for Ourselves Acts 17:10-12 3. It is Important to Study Bible Passages in Their Context Need to Look Around Read the Whole Verse Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible Step Back & Look Before & After Acts 16:30,31,33 Need to Consider Entire Chapter Acts 2:38; 22:16 Think about the Entire Bible Luke 12:40; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 Lessons Learned From Lucifer About The Bible Cant Take One Verse or Phrase & Make of it Whatever I Want 4. When I Discover Something I Believe does Not Agree with the Bible, I Need to Change What I Believe People Make Bad Decisions All The Time I know what the Bible says about divorce, but God wants me to be happy. I know what the Bible says about baptism, but thats not what I was taught growing up. I know what the Bible says about instrumental music, but every one else uses it. Gailen Evans 3 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am class Could We Be Making Bad Decisions? How do we Respond When Something we Believe Doesnt Agree With the Bible? 1 Corinthians 15:33 Proverbs 4:23 IF I am Going to be the Person God Wants me to be, I Must Carefully Study His Word Gods Word Is Always Right What God Says About Salvation is RIGHT All are Sinners & Need to be Saved Romans 3:23 All Must Believe & be Baptized to be Saved from Sin Mark 16:16 THIS is what God Said This is what we Must Believe What have YOU DONE? Gailen Evans 4 "); array_files[84]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/2%20-%20Why%20Are%20You%20So%20Dogmatic%20(Part%201).pdf","2010-06-23","132K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 2 - Why Are You So Dogmatic (Part 1).pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am Dogma- 1. A system of principles or tenets, as of a church. 2. A specific tenet or doctrine authoritatively laid down, as by a church. DogmaticAsserting opinions in a doctrinaire or arrogant manner; opinionated. Why are you being so dogmatic? Why does it have to be your way? Why cant we just agree to disagree and accept one another? Just because someone says something is opinion Does Not Make It SO! Reasons Why We Are So Specific in Our Convictions & Why We NEED to Be! We Are Dealing With The Word of God We Have Gods Message To Us 2 Peter 1:3; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 In The Bible We Find: What God Has Done For Us Why He Did It What He Expects of Us How To Be Saved How To Serve Him How To Worship Him How to Deal With The Ungodly How To Treat One Another How to Stay Saved Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am 1 Peter 4:11 If anyone speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God. If anyone ministers, let him do it as with the ability which God supplies, that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen. Respect The Word You Teach Understanding it IS GODS MESSAGE To Us! Reasons Why We Are So Specific in Our Convictions Reasons Why We Are So Specific in Our Convictions God Has Always Demanded That We Respect His Authority Authority Means Permission Genesis Ch. 3 & 4:3-7 Leviticus 10:1-4 2 Samuel 6:6-8 Learn by Both Example & Precept That God Has Set Boundaries We Are To Respect John 12:49; 14:10 Acts Chapter 15 Acts 10:23,45; 11:12 1 Corinthians 4:6 Revelation 22:18-19; Luke 6:46 Learn by Both Example & Precept That God Has Set Boundaries We Are To Respect If We are to be Pleasing to God we Must Accept what His Word Says 1 Corinthians 4:6 Revelation 22:18-19; Luke 6:46 Gailen Evans 2 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 am We Cant Preach a different gospel & expect to be pleasing to God Galatians 1:6-9 2 Timothy 2:15 It is Never What the Word of God SAYS that divides it is what it DOES NOT SAY! 2 Timothy 4:3-4 WE NEED AUTHORITY FOR ALL WE DO! Acts 5:29 When it Comes to What You Believe What is Your Motive? Gailen Evans 3 "); array_files[85]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/3%20-%20Why%20Are%20You%20So%20Dogmatic%20(Part%202).pdf","2010-06-23","160K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 3 - Why Are You So Dogmatic (Part 2).pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 pm Why cant we just agree to disagree and accept one another? Reasons Why It Is Imp0rtant That We Be As Specific As We Can Be In Following Gods Instructions 1. We Are Dealing With God 2. God Has Always Demanded That We Respect His Authority 3. God Wants Unity John 17:20-22 1 Corinthians 1:10 What Type of Unity does God Want? Same Unity He had with His Father John 17:21 Total Agreement 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 1 Corinthians 4:6,17 How to Achieve Unity? Submit to the Same Standard Acts 5:29 Compromise will Never Lead to True Unity 4. One day each of us is going to stand before God & be judged by His Word 2 Corinthians 5:10 John 5:28-29 Hebrews 9:27; 2 Thessalonians 1:69; Romans 2:2-11 John 12:48-49 Revelation 20:12 Romans 2:16 God Gave Us His Word So We Might Know His Will For Us Ephesians 3:1-7; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Romans 15:4 We Better Know It And We Better Keep It! Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/6/2010 pm IF it Doesnt Matter What We Believe, Then: Where do we draw the line with who we are going to fellowship? Why bother studying at all? Why live pure lives of sacrifice? IF it Doesnt Matter What We Believe, Then: What do we use as a standard to find unity? What about the standard Jesus said we would be judged by? It DOES MATTER! Gailen Evans 2 "); array_files[86]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/4%20-%20Are%20There%20Saved%20People%20In%20All%20Churches.pdf","2010-06-23","304K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 4 - Are There Saved People In All Churches.pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/7/2010 pm Arent there saved people in all churches? Why do you believe you are the only ones who will be saved? It Cannot Be Established by Scripture That There Are Saved People in All Churches 1 John 4:1 IF One Church is as Good as Another, There Would be No Such Thing as a False Prophet! 1 Thessalonians 5:21 Test all things; hold fast what is good. 2 Peter 1:10 Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble; What would there be to test IF One Church Were As Good As Another? IF One Church were as good as another, NO REASON to STUMBLE - Why be Diligent? What about John 15? Doesnt it teach that Christ is the vine & various churches the branches? Individual Disciples the Branches, NOT Churches The church is the great mystical body which includes all churches. All churches make up the body of Christ. NOT TRUE! Ephesians 4:4; 1:22-23 Matthew 16:18 Acts 2:41,47 Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/7/2010 pm What Denominations Did The Early Christians Belong To? THERE WERE NONE! Can one be a Christian Without Being a Member of ANY Denomination? IF SO THEY ARE NOT NEEDED! Does The Bible Require a Christian to Join A Denomination? IF So, WHICH ONE? Are There `Saved People In All Churches? NO! Because Most Have Not Done What It Takes To Be A Saved Individual Who Is A Saved Person? Faith John 8:24 Repentance Acts 17:30 Confession- Matthew 10:32 Baptism- Mark 16:16 What Does it Mean To Be A Member of The Church? Believed, Baptized, Saved Mark 16:16 Lord Adds to church Acts 2:47 Baptized Into One Body 1 Corinthians 12:13 Savior of the Body Ephesians 5:23 What Does it Mean To Be A Member of The Church? A Part of The Church Acts 2:38,41,47 Purchased by His Blood Acts 20:28 Baptized Into Christ Romans 6:3-4 All Spiritual Blessings Ephesians 1:3 Gailen Evans 2 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/7/2010 pm What Does it Mean To Be A Member of The Church? Born Again in Kingdom John 3:5 Will be Delivered Up 1 Corinthians 15:24 Children in Gods Family Galatians 3:26-27 If Son, Then Heir Galatians 4:7 IF One is NOT in the Church, Not Saved, Not Washed by the Blood, NOT in the kingdom, etc. Are There `Saved People In All Denominations? NO! Because They Are Not Identical To The New Testament Church, & Therefore Cannot BE The New Testament Church Hebrews 8:5 who serve the copy and shadow of the heavenly things, as Moses was divinely instructed when he was about to make the tabernacle. For He said, `See that you make all things according to the pattern shown you on the mountain. MUST be ACCORDING TO THE PATTERN! Building According To The Pattern Name Acts 11:26; Romans 16:16 Foundation- 1 Corinthians 3:11; Matthew 16:18 Law- 1 Corinthians 14:37; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Membership- Acts 2:38; Galatians 3:26-27 Organization- Acts 14:23; Philippians 1:1; Ephesians 4:11 Building According To The Pattern Worship - Acts 2:43; Ephesians 5:19; Acts 20:7 Discipline- Matthew 18:17; 1 Corinthians 5:4 Love of Brethren- 1 Peter 1:22; Hebrews 13:1; John 13:34-35 THIS is the Church Which Jesus Established Acts 20:29-30 Gailen Evans 3 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/7/2010 pm Are There `Saved People In All Denominations? NO! Because They All Contradict One Another 1 Corinthians 14:33 2 John 9 Matthew 15:9 Are There `Saved People In All Denominations? NO! Because This Would Sanction Division Which The Bible Condemns 1 Corinthians 12:25; 1:10-13 John 17:20-21 Romans 16:17; Titus 3:10 Jude 3; 1 Timothy 6:12; 1:18 Titus 1:13-14; Philippians 1:17 5 Reasons Why There Are Not Saved people in All Churches 1. Cannot Be Established by Scripture 2. Not Saved to Start With 3. Not Identical to N.T. church 4. Churches Contradict One Another 5. Would Sanction Division Gailen Evans 4 "); array_files[87]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/5%20-%20God%20Expects%20Us%20To%20Think.pdf","2010-06-23","544K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 5 - God Expects Us To Think.pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/8/2010 pm A man full of faith is simply one who has lost (or never had) the capacity for clear and realistic thought [H.L. Mencken] What has religion to do with facts? Nothing [Robert Green Ingersoll] For most people, religion is nothing more than a substitute for a malfunctioning brain. (Gene Roddenberry) The fool has said in his heart, `There is no God. They are corrupt, They have done abominable works, There is none who does good. Psalm 14:1 The World Does Not See Eye to Eye With God 20 Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? ... 25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men. 1 Corinthians 1:20-31; 3:19 Accusations Made to Those Who Love Truth Unwilling to think, who blindly followed `tradition, and who are incapable of reading Gods word, weighing it against other passages, and coming to a sound, reasoned conclusion without the help of someone else. 2 Timothy 2:24-26 NKJV 24 And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, 25 in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth, 26 and that they may come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him to do his will. Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/8/2010 pm Accuse us of not thinking let someone else think for us Say we follow traditions of men which are unworthy of belief They are the Only ones Thinking & what They teach is a new approach to the Bible It is Sad to Accuse the church of being Unwilling and Incapable of Thinking on their Own It is NOT TRUE that Everything we Believe & Teach is the Doctrine & Traditions of Men! Mark 16:15-16 do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits whether they are of God... 1 John 4:1 John 20:30-31 Beloved, Matthew 7:15-21 Jesus expects us to be able to Look at what a man is doing & teaching & make a Sound Reasonable Judgment Whether it is of God or Not Our Own Lack of Desire to Know The Truth Stands in The Way of Understanding Spiritual Truths Get Mentally Lazy & do Not Study to Comprehend for the Purpose of Personal Application Gailen Evans 2 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/8/2010 pm Some Have Forgotten the Standard by Which Truth & Error Will be Judged John 12:48 Gailen Evans 3 "); array_files[88]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/6%20-%20It%20Is%20Well%20With%20My%20Soul.pdf","2010-06-23","1075K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 6 - It Is Well With My Soul.pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/9/2010 pm There are times when everything goes right . . . Health problems develop . . . A loved one dies . . . A marriage goes bad . . . A job is lost . . . Financial problems come up . . . Strong temptations to sin . . . Written by Horatio Spafford in 1873 Experienced the loss of his 4 yr old son to scarlet fever in early 1871, Suffered the loss of most of his physical possessions in the great Chicago fire of 1871, Lost his four daughters when the ship Ville de Havre sank in the northern Atlantic in November of 1873. Written on the deck of a ship near the spot where his four daughters along with 226 others died on his way to pick up his wife, Anna, who was one of only 47 survivors. Be anxious for nothing Philippians 4:4-7 Think Right Philippians 4:8; Matthew 6:19-23 LEARNING to be CONTENT Philippians 4:11-12 Must build our life on the solid foundation trusting God Matthew 7:24-26; Proverbs 10:25; Philippians 4:13 Satans goal is to destroy us 1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 6:10-18 God cares for us He has provided our every need 1 Peter 5:7,9-10 Our greatest need is the salvation of our souls Luke 12:15-21; John 3:16; Romans 5:8-9; Ephesians 2:8-10. I have believed and obeyed the gospel My sins have been forgiven Acts 2:38; 22:16; Galatians 3:26-27; Romans 6:3-4; 1 Peter 3:21; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 2:12 No matter my physical circumstance I have cause to praise the Lord Job 1:20-21; Acts 16:25 Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/9/2010 pm By faith - I am looking for the that eternal city Hebrews 11:13-16 I am serving Jesus and He will reward me when He returns Matthew 25:34, Colossians 3:24; Revelation 22:12-14 These are comforting words to the righteous 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:10-11 Psalms 46:1-11 (NKJV) the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. A song for Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, Even though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though its waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with its swelling. Selah 1 To Psalms 46:1-11 (NKJV) is a river whose streams shall make glad the city of God, The holy place of the tabernacle of the Most High. 5 God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved; God shall help her, just at the break of dawn. 6 The nations raged, the kingdoms were moved; He uttered His voice, the earth melted. 7 The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah 4 There 8 Come, Psalms 46:1-11 (NKJV) behold the works of the Lord, Who has made desolations in the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; He breaks the bow and cuts the spear in two; He burns the chariot in the fire. 10 Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! 11 The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah Gailen Evans 2 "); array_files[89]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/7%20-%20What%20Is%20Lewdness.pdf","2010-06-23","399K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 7 - What Is Lewdness.pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/10/2010 pm Common to All People? Sexual Desire Not inherently Sinful Genesis 1:31 Song of Solomon Genesis 2:24 Matthew 19:4 6; 1 Corinthians 7:1 9; Hebrews 13:4 Thought Comes Before Action Cleanse our Conduct by Cleansing the Mind 2 Corinthians 10:5; Philippians 4:8 Conquer Sexual Immorality in Practice by Striving to Conquer Sexual Immorality in The Mind Lewdness Galatians 5:19-21 Mark 7:21-23 2 Corinthians 12:21 Ephesians 4:19 1 Peter 4:3 Jude 4 What Does It Mean? 1. inclined to lustfulness; wanton; lewd: 2. arousing sexual desire: 3.indicating sexual interest or expressive of lust or lewdness: excess, licentiousness, absence of restraint, indecency, wantonness unbridled lust, excess, wantonness, outrageousness, shamelessness, insolence Matthew 5:27-28 You have heard that it was said to those of old, You shall not commit adultery. But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/10/2010 pm 1 Corinthians 6:18 Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Lust Opens The Door James 1:14-15 But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death. Lewd Behavior Sexual Intoxication 1 Peter 4:7 1 Thessalonians 5:110 Lewd Behavior Pornography Psalms 101:3 Job 31:1 Dancing Galatians 5:19-21 wanton acts or manners as filthy words, indecent bodily movements, unchaste handling of males and females, etc. Immodest Clothing 1 Timothy 2:9 in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing Suggestive, Vulgar Language Colossians 3:8 NKJV 8 But now you yourselves are to put off all these: anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy language out of your mouth. Ephesians 4:31 NKJV 31 Let all... evil speaking be put away from you 1 Peter 3:10 NKJV 10 .. refrain his tongue from evil Gailen Evans 2 Spring 2010 Gospel Meeting 6/10/2010 pm Avoiding Lewdness Proverbs 7:1-5 Job 31:1 James 1:14-15 Philippians 4:8 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Titus 3:8 1 Timothy 5:2 1 Corinthians 10:13 Avoid All Lewd Conduct Conduct ourselves in ways that do Not Provoke lust in others Strive to Be Holy as God is Holy (1 Peter 1:16) Gailen Evans 3 "); array_files[90]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/8%20-%20How%20Do%20We%20Build%20Faith%20In%20Our%20Children.pdf","2010-06-23","127K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - 8 - How Do We Build Faith In Our Children.pptx ","","","Spring 2010 Gospel 6/11/2010 pm Few Griefs Greater Than Ones Child Forsaking The Lord Proverbs 10:1 foolish son the grief of his mother Proverbs 17:21 father of a fool has no joy. Proverbs 17:25 foolish son a grief to his father Proverbs 19:13 ruin of his father Wisdom From The Scriptures on Raising Godly Children Proverbs 23:24-25 What kind of Commitment is Necessary to See it Accomplished? Luke 14:28-30 count the cost Some Things Parents Must Become I Be a Christian With Strong Faith 2 Timothy 1:5 2 Corinthians 13:5 How do we Find Strength to Accomplish This? 1 John 5:4-5 faith victory that overcomes the world I Your Faith Must Cost You Dearly Luke 14:33 Some Things Parents Must Become I I Some Things Parents Must Become I We Teach Children about God Who Loves Them Revelation 2:10 Be Knowledgeable In What is Right & Wrong Hebrews 5:12-14 Galatians 5:21 Romans 12:1,2 1 Thessalonians 5:21 Will Be Tested Severely 1:8 24:15 I Daniel I Joshua I Let Us Be Consistent! Confess When We Are I Openly Wrong Gailen Evans 1 Spring 2010 Gospel 6/11/2010 pm Some Things Parents Must Become I Have a Will to Stand Firm & Exercise Discipline Hebrews 12:5-11 Mark 10:21-22 I Communicate I Parents in Discipline to Raise Child Not The Opposite Proverbs 29:15;3:12 Ephesians 6:4; 4:26-27 Must Be Committed to Practicing Gods Will In Relationship With Your Mate Ephesians 5:25-33 Ephesians 4:31-32 Be Committed To Being A Good Teacher Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Ephesians 6:4 Prepare Far Ahead of Instill Gods Wisdom James 3:17-18 Birth of Child to Teach James 3:13-15 Must be a Couple who will Stand United on These Things Luke 1:5-6 1 Peter 3:7 Lets Build A Solid Faith in Our Children! What Influence & Example Will We Leave With Our Children? Your Voice Will Speak Long After Your Departure in The Minds of Your Children Proverbs 22:6 Hebrews 11:4 Gailen Evans 2 "); array_files[91]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Gospel_Meetings.htm","2010-06-13","16K","Schedule of Gospel Meetings ","",""," Schedule of Gospel Meetings We schedule at least two Gospel Meetings per year. We provide these as an opportunity to study a particular subject in greater detail than in our regular assemblies. The lessons are usually kept to a fairly basic level of Biblical understanding. In that way we can use this time to help teach those who are wanting to learn more about God and His message for us. We invite you to join us in these meetings. You will receive a warm and honest welcome. Look over on the Sermons page to find audio recordings of the latest of these lessons and on the Sermon Outlines page for PowerPoint slides. All of the lessons taught during these Gospel Meetings are recorded on CD and cassette tape. If you would like any of them, just send your request to us via e-mail or snail mail. Well get the recordings out to you right away. There is no charge for this. By relevancy By date All words Any words Exact phrase CAPTIONUpcoming Gospel Meetings DatesTopicSpeaker TBDTBDTBD CAPTIONPrevious Gospel Meetings DatesTopicSpeaker June 6-11, 2010The Gospel Of Jesus ChristGailen EvansSunday AM Bible Study - Lessons From LuciferSunday AM - Why Are You So Dogmatic? (Part 1)Sunday PM - Why Are You So Dogmatic? (Part 2)Monday - Are There Saved People In All Churches?Tuesday - God Expects Us To ThinkWednesday - It Is Well With My SoulThursday - What Is Lewdness?Friday - How Do We Build Faith In Our Children? November 1-6, 2009Lessons Learned From The ValleySunday AM Bible Study - Bart Campbell (Globe, AZ) - The God Of This WorldSunday AM - Bart Campbell - The Valley Of TemptationSunday PM - Bart Campbell - The Valley Of DeathMonday - Jay Horsley (Lompoc, CA) - The Valley Of DespairTuesday - Bob Dodson (Hemet, CA) - The Deadly Plains Of CompromiseWednesday - Mitch Brown (Inyokern, CA) - In The Valley But Not ForsakenThursday - Glendol McClure (Antioch, CA) - Why Bad Things Happen To Good PeopleFriday - Gailen Evans (Santa Paula, CA) - The Mountain Top Of Glory March 29 - April 3, 2009The Growth Of The ChurchBobby WitheringtonSunday AM Bible Study - Take The Stumbling Block Out Of The Way Of My PeopleSunday AM - The Bible - How We Received It, Why I Believe ItSunday PM - The Church And Its Challenges In A Modern WorldMonday - Things A Local Church Must Do If It Is To GrowTuesday - The Divine Process For Local Church GrowthWednesday - The Blessings And Responsibilities Of Local Church MembershipThursday - The Lords Church In The 21st Century ... Why Some Succeed And Why Others FailFriday - Victory In Jesus November 2-7, 2008Living The Christian LifeEarl RobertsonSunday AM Bible Study - The Family As God Made ItSunday AM - I Am Not Ashamed Of The GospelSunday PM - Paul And Gods GraceMonday - Immovable Truths In Acts Chapter 2Tuesday - The Relationship Of The Word To The New BirthWednesday - Peters Full Surrender To ChristThursday - Struggles Of The Soul For SecurityFriday - My Eyes Have Seen Thy SalvationMorning ClassesWednesday - The Church Jesus Built And Restoration BeginningsThursday - Historical Causes For DivisionsFriday - Pioneer Preachers: Their Messages, Opposition, And Sacrifices May 4-9, 2008Church HistoryLowell BlasingameSunday AM Bible Study - The New Testament Church (I)Sunday AM - The New Testament Church (II)Sunday PM - The New Testament Church (III)Monday - The Organization Of The Church (I)Tuesday - The Organization Of The Church (II)Wednesday - The Organization Of The Church (III)Thursday - Apostasy In The ChurchFriday - The Restoration Of The Church November 4-9, 2007The Christian LifeGary JohnsenSunday AM Bible Study - Jesus Emphasized The SpiritualSunday AM - From Sinner To SoldierSunday PM - The Amazing Journey Of A TeenagerMonday - Family Under Christ: Husbands/WivesTuesday - Family Under Christ: Parents/ChildrenWednesday - The Impact Of One Christian LifeThursday - Be The Best You Can BeFriday - Will He Answer Well Done When Your Name Is Called? May 6-11, 2007EvidencesSunday AM Bible Study - Gary Johnsen - Does God Exist?Sunday AM - David Baker - In The BeginningSunday PM - Micky Galloway - Harmony Of Science And The ScripturesMonday - David Baker - The Inspiration Of The ScripturesTuesday - Gary Johnsen - MiraclesWednesday - Jack Critchfield - Jesus Is GodThursday - Aaron Burelson - The PromiseFriday - Glendol McClure - What Happens When We Die? November 12-17, 2006Strengthening Our FaithJ.T. SmithSunday AM Bible Study - Rules Of CommunicationSunday AM - Why We Are Losing Our Young PeopleSunday PM - Building Up The ChurchMonday - Final Step Before Salvation - Baptism Or Prayer?Tuesday - Are We A Nation Without God?Wednesday - What Shall We Leave Our Children?Thursday - How Shall We Escape?Friday - Heaven February 26 - March 3, 2006Studying The Word Of GodLeon GoffSunday AM Bible Study - What Kind Of God Do We Serve?Sunday AM - The Seven Words Of Jesus From The CrossSunday PM - Do We Think Of Heaven?Monday - Is What God Says Important?Tuesday - Bible Pictures Of Modern Hearers!Wednesday - Who Made Dinosaurs?Thursday - A Kingdom Which Cannot Be Moved!Friday - Forgiveness, What A Blessing! November 6-11, 2005Establishing All The DisciplesDan RichardsonSunday AM Bible Study - Workers Together In The Kingdom Of GodSunday AM - Not Ashamed Of The GospelSunday PM - With My Whole HeartMonday - Strengthening The Local ChurchTuesday - Have You Delivered Your Soul?Wednesday - Let Love Of The Brethren ContinueThursday - Our Joy In ChristFriday - Standing On The Promises March 6-10, 2005Evidences For Our FaithSunday AM Bible Study - Gailen Evans - Does God Exist?Sunday AM - Gailen Evans - Evolution vs. CreationSunday PM - Gailen Evans - Inspiration Of The BibleMonday Morning - Ken Dart - How We Got Our BibleMonday Evening - Ken Dart - The Value Of ProphecyTuesday Morning - Jack Critchfield - The Apocryphal BooksTuesday Evening - Jack Critchfield - Jesus Is GodWednesday Morning - Gary Johnsen - How To Study The BibleWednesday Evening - Gary Johnsen - Evidence From The ResurrectionThursday Morning - David Baker - The Covenants Of The BibleThursday Evening - David Baker - The Providence Of GodFriday Morning - Bryan Dockens - How Bible Authority Is EstablishedFriday Evening - Bryan Dockens - The Goodness Of God And The Problem Of Evil November 7-12, 2004Committment, Conviction, And GrowthJoe PriceSunday AM Bible Study - Joyful ReligionSunday AM - Building Christian CharacterSunday PM - Overcoming DiscouragementMonday - The Nature Of ChristianityTuesday - The Urgency Of ChristianityWednesday - Spiritual GrowthThursday - Hindrances To Spiritual GrowthFriday - Crossroads Of Life March 7-12, 2004My Duties As A ChristianSteven HarperSunday AM Bible Study - The Effective ChurchSunday AM - Meeting My ResponsibilitiesSunday PM - Look At Yourself!Monday - To Spend And Be SpentTuesday - Doing All In His NameWednesday - Wearing The Name Of The LordThursday - Preaching God In An Ungodly WorldFriday - Woe Is ... ME? September 7-12, 2003FellowshipJohn RobertsonSunday AM Bible Study - Abiding In The Authority Of GodSunday AM - God Is LightSunday PM - Scriptural And Spiritual WorshipMonday - Fellowship: Defined Or Redefined?Tuesday - Para-Church OrganizationsWednesday - Gods Desired CharacterThursday - SalvationFriday - Bearing Fruit March 23-28, 2003Conversions In The Book Of ActsErrors Of CalvinismSunday AM - Keith Greer - Gods PromiseSunday PM - Keith Greer - What Is Conversion?Monday - Gailen Evans - Preaching In JerusalemTuesday - Bob Dodson - Conversion Of The Samaritans And The EunuchWednesday - Dennis Ross - Conversion Of SaulThursday - David Baker - Conversion Of CorneliusFriday - Gary Johnsen - Conversion Of Lydia And The JailorEach Weekday Morning - Keith Greer November 3 - 8, 2002What Does The Bible Say About ...Joe Price February 24 - March 1, 2002WorldlinessJoe Price Contact us at: church@fifthstreeteast.com This page updated: 6/13/10 "); array_files[92]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Bible%20On%20Guilt.pdf","2010-05-30","109K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - The Bible On Guilt.pptx ","","","5/30/2010 pm The Bible on Guilt Adam & Eve. Genesis 2-3 Did the Lord avoid the subject, seek to calm their fears or cover their shame? Did he face them with their actions? Genesis 3:9 The Bible On Guilt The Bible on Guilt King Saul. 1 Samuel 15:10-11; 22-23 The Bible on Guilt Preaching of Jesus exposed both sin and the sinner. Pharisees. Matthew 15:7-9, 12 Apostle Peter. Luke 22:61 King David. 2 Samuel 12:1-14 Davids sins were numerous. 2 Sam. 11 He did not feel good about his guilt. Ps. 51 He suffered greatly because of his sins. 2 Samuel 12:10-12 The Bible on Guilt Apostles convicted the Jewish Sanhedrin. Acts 4:18; Apostles charged by the court. Acts 4:8ff, 19ff Apostles preached Acts 5:27-28 Apostles charged by the court. Acts 5:29-33 Apostles preached. Acts 5:40 Apostles charged by the court. Acts 5:41-42 Apostles preached. Matthew 27:25 His blood (be) on us, and on our children. Guilty The Holy Spirit was sent to convict the world of sin. (John 16:8) 1. elencho NT:1651 signifies (a) to convict, confute, refute, usually with the suggestion of putting the convicted person to shame; see Matthew 18:15, (from Vines Expository Dictionary) 1 5/30/2010 pm The Bible on Guilt Guilt, shame and sorrow for sin are necessary for Godly sorrow worketh repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10) There Is A Place For Guilt Who, being past feeling (Eph. 4:19). ...having their own conscience seared with a hot iron (1 Timothy 4:2). Holding faith and a good conscience; which some having thrust from them made shipwreck concerning the faith. (1 Timothy 1:19). Mans Attempts To Rid Guilt: 1.Deny any absolute moral standard. (John 18:38). 2.Find someone sinful who will sympathize with your sinful actions. (1 Kings 22:4-8). 3.Blame someone else (Genesis 3:12ff; 1 Samuel 15) Gods Solution To Rid Guilt: REPENT Acts 17:30-31 Romans 14:12 Cause Of Guilt Is Sin! Cause Of Guilt Is Sin! Guilt How Do We React To Our Guilt? Like the Pharisees: Destroy The One Exposing Our Sins? Like King Saul: Blame Others? Like Peter: Repent And Serve God? (Luke 22:50-56) 2 "); array_files[93]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/The%20Bible%20On%20Guilt.ppt","2010-05-30","954K","The%20Bible%20On%20Guilt.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp444512.ppt * * * * * * * 5/30/2010 pm * 5/30/2010 pm * The Bible On Guilt The Bible on Guilt Adam & Eve. Genesis 2-3 Did the Lord avoid the subject, seek to calm their fears or cover their shame? Did he face them with their actions? Genesis 3:9 The Bible on Guilt King Saul. 1 Samuel 15:10-11; 22-23 King David. 2 Samuel 12:1-14 David’s sins were numerous. 2 Sam. 11 He did not feel good about his guilt. Ps. 51 He suffered greatly because of his sins. 2 Samuel 12:10-12 The Bible on Guilt Preaching of Jesus exposed both sin and the sinner. Pharisees. Matthew 15:7-9, 12 Apostle Peter. Luke 22:61 The Bible on Guilt Apostles convicted the Jewish Sanhedrin. Acts 4:18; Apostles charged by the court. Acts 4:8ff, 19ff Apostles preached Acts 5:27-28 Apostles charged by the court. Acts 5:29-33 Apostles preached. Acts 5:40 Apostles charged by the court. Acts 5:41-42 Apostles preached. Matthew 27:25 “His blood (be) on us, and on our children.” Guilty The Holy Spirit was sent to “convict the world of sin.” (John 16:8) 1. elencho NT:1651 signifies (a) to convict, confute, refute, usually with the suggestion of putting the convicted person to shame; see Matthew 18:15, (from Vines Expository Dictionary) The Bible on Guilt Guilt, shame and sorrow for sin are necessary for “Godly sorrow worketh repentance” (2 Corinthians 7:10) There Is A Place For Guilt “Who, being past feeling” (Eph. 4:19). “…having their own conscience seared with a hot iron” (1 Timothy 4:2). “Holding faith and a good conscience; which some having thrust from them made shipwreck concerning the faith.” (1 Timothy 1:19). Man’s Attempts To Rid Guilt: Deny any absolute moral standard. (John 18:38). Find someone sinful who will sympathize with your sinful actions. (1 Kings 22:4-8). Blame someone else (Genesis 3:12ff; 1 Samuel 15) Cause Of Guilt Is Sin! God’s Solution To Rid Guilt: REPENTActs 17:30-31 Romans 14:12 Cause Of Guilt Is Sin! How Do We React To Our Guilt? Like the Pharisees: Destroy The One Exposing Our Sins? Like King Saul: Blame Others? Like Peter: Repent And Serve God? (Luke 22:50-56) Guilt * 5/30/2010 pm "); array_files[94]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Samaria-%20Preaching%20Christ.pdf","2010-05-30","215K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Samaria- Preaching Christ.pptx ","","","5/30/2010 am Origin of the Samaritans Samaria: Preaching Christ Acts Chapter 8 Assyrian Captivity. 2 Kings 17 Jews and Samaritans have no dealings with each other. John 4:9 1. Their religion, though basically Jewish, was mixed with forms of idolatry. 2 Kings 17:32-34,41 2. Though not regarded as totally heathenistic, they were not considered pure by the Jews. 3. The Samaritans help was refused in the rebuilding of Jerusalem, furthering the embitterment between these two groups. Ezra 4:3-4 Jesus And The Samaritans Good Samaritan. Luke 10:30-37; cf. Luke 17:1516 Jesus called a Samaritan. John 8:48 Jesus and the Samaritan woman. John 4 Jesus And The Samaritan Woman John 4 The woman found Jesus a man of kindness. vs. 16-18 She learned that Jesus was a breaker of barriers. vs. 7-9 Jesus introduced the woman to living water. vs. 10-15 Jesus knew the hearts of men. vs. 16-19 Jesus introduced the elements of true worship. vs. 2124 The influence of Jesus was felt among the Samaritans. vs. 39-42 Jesus used different teaching techniques Jesus knew how to handle PREJUDICIAL QUESTIONS. John 4 Jews have no dealings with Samaritans. (John 4:9) How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, who am a Samaritan woman? (John 4:9) Jesus did not answer her question. Art thou greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well, and drank thereof himself, and his sons, and his cattle? (John 4:12) Effectiveness of Jesus, the Master Teacher Jesus created a CRAVING FOR WHAT HE OFFERED. John 4:13-14 Jesus understood that people have to be TAKEN WHERE THEY ARE and LED TO A HIGHER PLANE. John 4:16-18 Jesus taught her how to worship. John 4:21-24 Jesus taught her He was the Messiah. John 4:25-26 1 5/30/2010 am Philip And The Samaritans Acts 8 ... Transition Beginning .(Acts 2) Transition. (Acts 8) Philip preached the gospel. vs. 4 Samaritans were unlikely prospects. John 4:9 Conflict and triumph. People gave heed. Acts 8:5-6 Philip And The Samaritans Acts 8 ... Transition Miracles served their purpose in this conversion. vs. 6-12 Philip and Simon. Acts 8:13 The power of the gospel. Rom. 1:16; Acts 1:8 Broke the power of Simon over the Samaritans. Brought Simon out of sorcery. Persecution furthers the gospel. Acts 8:1,4 What It Means To Preach Christ Acts 8:35 The Sonship of Jesus. cf. Acts 9:20; Jesus claims. The gospel of Christ. 1 Cor. 1:23 Christ crucified.(2:2); Cf.1 Cor. 15:1; cf. Mk. 16:15ff Concerning the kingdom. Acts 8:5,12; Acts 28:31; Mt. 16:18-19 The name of Jesus. Phil. 2:9; Col. 3:17; 2 John 9 What It Means To Preach Christ Acts 8 Baptism. Acts 8:35-36 Beginning with Scripture. Acts 8:35; Isaiah 53; 1 Tim. 4:16; Acts 17:2-3 Beginning where the learner is. Three Answers To The Same Question The Question: What Must I Do? The Answers: A. To the jailer, Acts 16:25-31 B. To audience in Acts 2, vs. 37-38 C. To Saul of Tarsus, Acts 22:3-10, 16; cf. Acts 9:6 Why Did The Answers Differ? A. The questions were asked by people in different circumstances, Mark 12:34 not far from the kingdom Matthew 15:8 heart is far from me What It Means To Preach Christ Acts 8 Open your mouth. Acts 8:38; 10:34; 15:7, 27; Eph. 6:19 2 "); array_files[95]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Samaria-%20Preaching%20Christ.ppt","2010-05-30","1108K","Samaria-%20Preaching%20Christ.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp144458.ppt 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * 5/30/2010 am * * * * am * Samaria: Preaching Christ Acts Chapter 8 Origin of the Samaritans Assyrian Captivity. 2 Kings 17 Jews and Samaritans have no dealings with each other. John 4:9 1.Their religion, though basically Jewish, was mixed with forms of idolatry. 2 Kings 17:32-34,41 2.Though not regarded as totally heathenistic, they were not considered pure by the Jews. 3.The Samaritan’s help was refused in the rebuilding of Jerusalem, furthering the embitterment between these two groups. Ezra 4:3-4 Jesus And The Samaritans Good Samaritan. Luke 10:30-37; cf. Luke 17:15-16 Jesus called a Samaritan. John 8:48 Jesus and the Samaritan woman. John 4 Jesus And The Samaritan WomanJohn 4 The woman found Jesus a man of kindness. vs. 16-18 She learned that Jesus was a breaker of barriers. vs. 7-9 Jesus introduced the woman to “living water.” vs. 10-15 Jesus knew the hearts of men. vs. 16-19 Jesus introduced the elements of true worship. vs. 21-24 The influence of Jesus was felt among the Samaritans. vs. 39-42 Jesus used different teaching techniques Jesus knew how to handle PREJUDICIAL QUESTIONS. John 4 “Jews have no dealings with Samaritans.” (John 4:9) “How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, who am a Samaritan woman?” (John 4:9) Jesus did not answer her question. “Art thou greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well, and drank thereof himself, and his sons, and his cattle?” (John 4:12) Effectiveness of Jesus, the Master Teacher Jesus created a CRAVING FOR WHAT HE OFFERED. John 4:13-14 Jesus understood that people have to be TAKEN WHERE THEY ARE and LED TO A HIGHER PLANE. John 4:16-18 Jesus taught her how to worship. John 4:21-24 Jesus taught her He was the Messiah. John 4:25-26 Philip And The SamaritansActs 8 … Transition Philip And The SamaritansActs 8 … Transition What It Means To Preach ChristActs 8:35 What It Means To Preach ChristActs 8 Three Answers To The Same Question The Question: “What Must I Do?” The Answers: A. To the jailer, Acts 16:25-31 B. To audience in Acts 2, vs. 37-38 C. To Saul of Tarsus, Acts 22:3-10, 16; cf. Acts 9:6 Why Did The Answers Differ? A. The questions were asked by people in different circumstances, Mark 12:34 “not far from the kingdom” Matthew 15:8 “heart is far from me” Open your mouth. Acts 8:38; 10:34; 15:7, 27; Eph. 6:19 What It Means To Preach ChristActs 8 * "); array_files[96]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_5-30-10.htm","2010-05-29","5K","Bulletin Article for May 30, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for May 30, 2010 Bible Memorials by Micky Galloway This weekend our nation celebrates Memorial Day. It is a day in which our country remembers the dead servicemen of all wars. Major General John A. Logan first celebrated Memorial Day in Waterloo, New York on May 5, 1866 to honor soldiers killed in the American Civil War (World Book Encyclopedia Online Edition). Memorials are found through out the Bible and history in general. Memorial is defined as serving to help people remember some person or event (Websters New World Dictionary). We are called upon to remember those in prison for the cause of Christ. The brethren in Jerusalem earnestly prayed for Peter, Peter therefore was kept in the prison: but prayer was made earnestly of the church unto God for him (Acts 12:5). We are to Remember them that had the rule over you, men that spake unto you the word of God; and considering the issue of their life, imitate their faith (Hebrews 13:7). Paul wanted the Thessalonians to remember him and called upon the Ephesians to pray for him. I Thessalonians 3:6, that ye have good remembrance of us always, longing to see us, even as we also (to see) you. Ephesians 6:19-20, And on my behalf, that utterance may be given unto me in opening my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. The Hebrew writer called upon the Hebrews to remember the great cloud of witnesses that had gone before. Hebrews 12:1-3, Therefore let us also, seeing we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus the author and perfecter of (our) faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising shame, and hath sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him that hath endured such gainsaying of sinners against himself, that ye wax not weary, fainting in your souls. And most of all let us remember Jesus. As we observe the Lords Supper in particular, let us think of the words, this do in remembrance of me (I Corinthians 11:24). There are a number of memorials in the Bible. The Passover Feast was a memorial of Gods deliverance of Israel from the bondage of Egypt (Exodus 3:15; 12:14). Twelve stones were placed near Jericho where Israel had crossed the Jordan river as a memorial of the miraculous crossing into the promised land (Joshua 4:6-7,9). In the observance of these memorials there was the valuable opportunity to teach the mighty works of God. Exodus 12:26-27, And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say unto you, What mean ye by this service? that ye shall say, It is the sacrifice of Jehovahs passover, who passed over the houses of the children of Israel in Egypt, when he smote the Egyptians, and delivered our houses. And the people bowed the head and worshipped. Joshua 4:21-22 says, And he spake unto the children of Israel, saying, When your children shall ask their fathers in time to come, saying, What mean these stones? Then ye shall let your children know, saying, Israel came over this Jordan on dry land. And certainly the Lords Supper serves as a memorial of the suffering, death and promised return of the Lord (Luke 22:19-20; I Corinthians 11:23-26). There is a purpose of memorials. The Passover reminded Israel of their history and their future. It looked to the day when the Messiah would die for the people. The stones in the Jordan reminded Israel of Gods power and grace in bringing them into the land of Canaan. The Lords Supper reminds us of our Lords sacrifice for our sins. This should motivate us to live for Him, and to serve Him diligently. As long as we faithfully serve the Lord and observe His Supper we will remember Him and the great things He has done! Memorials are very important for a nation, for the family and especially is it important that the church keep the memorial of the Lord. "); array_files[97]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Jerusalem-%20And%20They%20Continued%20Steadfastly.pdf","2010-05-25","149K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Jerusalem- And They Continued Steadfastly.pptx ","","","5/23/2010 am Continued Steadfastly Jerusalem: And They Continued Steadfastly Acts 2:42 Steadfastly means to be strong towards, to endure in, or persevere in, to be continually steadfast with a person or thing, (Vine`s Expository Dictionary., Volume I, page 236) The lesson is that the early disciples adhered to the teaching of the apostles. Identifying The Apostles Doctrine Came from Christ. Luke 10:16; 1 Cor. 14:37; Gal. 1:11-12 1:11By revelation of the Holy Spirit. Eph. 3:1-5; 3:1John 14:26; 15:26-27; 16:13-14 15:26- 16:13Apostles were ambassadors. 2 Cor. 5:20; John 17:8,14,18; 1 Thess 4:8 Earthen vessels. 2 Cor. 4:7; My gospel 2 Tim. 2:8, committed to my trust 1 Tim. 1:11 The Seriousness Of Going Beyond 2 John 9 Whosoever goeth onward and abideth not in the teaching of Christ, hath not God: He that abideth in the teaching, the same hath both the Father and the Son. What Is The Doctrine Of Christ? Is it doctrine about Christ? OR Is it doctrine from Christ? Consider doctrine of Balaam, & doctrine of Nicolaitans (Revelation 2:14-15) (Revelation 2:14Doctrine of Christ = Apostles Doctrine Gospel, Doctrine, The Faith Preach or Teach... No other gospel. Gal. 1:6-9 1:6No other doctrine. 1 Tim. 1:3 The faith. Jude 3 Conduct. Live as becometh the gospel. Phil. 1:27 Adorn the doctrine. Titus 2:9-10 2:9Adhere to the faith. 1 Tim. 3:9 1 5/23/2010 am Gospel, Doctrine, The Faith Continue in... The Apostles doctrine. Acts 2:42 The gospel. 1 Cor. 15:1ff The faith. Col. 1:23 Gospel, Doctrine, The Faith Same Body Of Truth Acts 13 Sergius Paulus desired to hear the word of God. verse 7 Elymas sought to turn him from the faith faith verse 8 Sergius Paulus was astonished at the doctrine of the Lord. verse 12 Obey... The gospel. 2 Thess. 1:7-8 1:7The form of doctrine. Rom. 6:17 The faith. Acts 6:7 False Teaching Will Come... No such thing as the doctrines doctrines of the Lord. See. Matthew 15:1-14 15:1Jesus warned. Matthew 7:15; 24:4-5 24:4Apostles warned. Acts 20:29-30 Some of Ephesian elders would 20:29speak perverse things. 2 Cor. 11:13-15 Satan has ministers. 11:131 Tim. 4:1-3 Some would depart from the faith. 4:12 Tim. 4:1-4 Men would turn from the faith. 4:12 Pet. 2:1-3 False teachers would come. 2:11 John 4:1-3 False prophets gone out into the 4:1world. 12 What must we do when false teaching comes??? Prove all things. 1 Thess. 5:21-22; 5:21Rev. Rev. 2:2; Acts 18:25-26 18:25Hold to the faithful word- Reprove false wordteachers. Titus 1:9; 2:1 No longer be tossed to and fro. Eph. 4:14 Not be carried away. Heb. 13:9 Not be spoiled by traditions of men. Col. Col. 2:8 13 How is the teaching determined? Not determined by motive of teacher. Phil. 1:15-18 1:15Motive Wrong- Teaching right. WrongGal. 1:13-14; Acts 23:1; 26:9; 1 Tim. 1:131:13 Motive right- Teaching wrong. right14 2 5/23/2010 am Beware when the teaching is contrary to truth!!! 2 Pet. 2:1-2 Promotes destructive heresies2:1heresies1:19opposed truth. (Cf. 1:19-21) Rom. 16:17 Cause division/stumbling contrary to doctrine learned. 1 Tim. 1:3,10-11 Another doctrine, contrary to 1:3,10sound doctrine. Gal. 1:6-9 Contrary doctrine prohibited (even 1:6though teacher is an angel or apostle -Gal. 2:112:1114) NOTE: False prophet assessed by his teaching, not by his moral character or motive. 1 John 4:1,6 15 What am I to do? Learn how to know them. Try their teaching by the Scriptures. 1 John 4:1; Acts. 17:11. Aquila and Priscilla taught Apollos more perfectly. Acts 18:26 Contend for truth against error. Jude 3-4 3Paul & Barnabas did. Acts 15:1-2 15:1Paul rebuked Peter. Gal. 2:11 Never give way by subjection. Gal. 2:4-5 2:416 What am I to do? No fellowship. Eph. 5:11-12 Rather even reprove them. 5:11Rom. 16:17-18 Mark and avoid. 16:17Titus 3:9-10 Refuse. 3:92 John 7-11 Receive not. Disaster of allowing false teaching to be taught in the church... A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump Gal. 5:9 Warning given to Pergamum. Rev. 2:14-17 2:14Elders warned of destructive effects. Acts 20:27-32 20:27Lessons learned from history. Jer. 23:16-17, 21,25 23:16NOTE: All the high morals and ideals that a false teacher may possess cannot make his false doctrine truth. cf. 1 Tim. 4:16 cf. Teach the truth in love. Eph. 4:16 Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer each one. Col. 4:6 17 It does make a difference that we are different. 1 Pet. 2:9-10; Eph. 5:11 2:9NOT THIS: Righteousness Light Christ Believer God Iniquity Darkness Belial Unbeliever Idols Righteousness Light Christ Believer God BUT THIS: Iniquity Darkness Belial Unbeliever Idols Come ye out... Be ye separate... 2 Cor. 6:14-7:1 6:1417 3 "); array_files[98]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(Part%204).pdf","2010-05-25","162K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Premillennialism (Part 4).pptx ","","","5/23/2010 pm Christs Rejection By The Jews Foretold Premillennialism The Church and Kingdom Promise and Prophecy a. Isa. 53:1 ...Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the Lord revealed? b.In the N.T. John wrote, ...But though he had done so b. In many signs before them, yet they believed not on him: that him: the word of Isaiah the prophet might be fulfilled which he spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed? John 12:37-38. 12:37c. Again, ...The stone which the builders rejected, it is become the head of the corner. Psa. 118:22; cf. Mt. 21:33cf. 21:3346. 46. Christs Rejection By The Jews Foretold d. In fact... there are at least 16 prophecies which were fulfilled in one 24 hour period surrounding the death of Christ. (1) Many of these prophecies were written up to 1,000 years or more before the time of their fulfillment. e. Therefore... having been foretold centuries before, the Jewish rejection of Christ was certainly no surprise. surprise. Prophecies of the Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion Sold for 30 pieces of silver. Zech. 11:12; Mt. 26:1426:14-15 Money to be cast to the potter. Zech. 11:13; Mt. 27:327:3-10 Disciples to forsake him. Zech. 13:7; Mt. 26:56; Mk. 14:27 Silent before His accusers. Isa. 53:7; Mt. 27:1227:1214 Wounded and bruised. Isa. 53:5; Mt. 27:12-14 27:12- Prophecies of the Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion Hands and feet to be pierced. Ps. 22:16; Luke 23:33; John 20:25,27 Crucified with thieves. Isa. 53:12: Mk. 15:27-28 15:27Pray for persecutors. Isa. 53:12; Luke 23:34 People would shake their heads at the crucified one. Ps. 22:7; Mt. 27:39 People would ridicule Him. Ps. 22:7,8; Mt. 27:41,43 People would be astonished. Ps. 22:17; Isa. 52:14; Luke 23:35 Prophecies of the Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion His garments parted and lots cast. Ps. 22:18; John 19:24 Would cry, My God, My God, Why hast thou forsaken me? Ps. 22:1; Mt. 27:46 His bones were not to be broken. Ps. 34:20; John 19:33,36 His side to be pierced. Zech. 12:10; John 19:34,37 He was to be buried in a rich mans tomb. Isa. 53:9; Mt. 27:57-60 27:57- 1 5/23/2010 pm The Eternal Purpose Of The Church. Eph. 3:9-11 3:9Without speculation, the Bible teaches that the church has its place in the eternal scheme of redemption. It was not just a second thought of God. The O.T. Prophecies Concerning The Kingdom Of God A. Isa. 2:2-4; cf. Micah 4:1-2. 2:24:11. In the last days. 1.In 2. In the mountain of Jehovah... Jerusalem. cf. Luke 24:46-49; 2.In cf. 24:46Heb. 12:22-28. 12:223. All nations would flow into it. 3.All 4. These last days are the N.T. days. Heb. 1:1-2; Acts 2:16-17. 4.These 1:12:165. Swords, plowshares, nation no longer against nation. 5.Swords, nation. a. The manifold wisdom of God revealed in the church. Vs. 10. Illustrate: Architects wisdom revealed in completed structure. 1. Church was built according to the eternal purpose of God in Christ. Vs. 11. 2. God had the church in mind from the beginning. The O.T. Prophecies Concerning The Kingdom Of God B. Daniel 2:31-35 Description of Nebuchadnezzars 2:31dream. Daniel 2:36-45 Interpretation of that dream. 2:36NOTE: NOTE: Daniel did not outline the entire history of the world from his day until the end of time. He is dealing with the kingdoms which would exist before the time God established His kingdom and then with the establishment and duration of Christs kingdom. Only Four Earthly Kingdoms Are Mentioned a. Kingdom of Nebuchadnezzar head of gold. 2:37-38. 2:37At the feast of Belshazzar Daniel said that God gave Nebuchadnezzar thy father the kingdom... 5:18 Note the handwriting on the wall. Dan. 5:25-28. 5:25Babylonian Empire fell in 536 B.C. b. Medo-Persian Kingdom the joining of two arms and the Medobreast of silver. silver. MedoMedo-Persian kingdom fell in 330 B.C. B.C. Only four earthly kingdoms are mentioned. c. Macedonian or Greek Empire. The two countries of Empire. Egypt and Assyria were merged into the Macedonian, under Alexander the Great this was the thighs of brass in the image. cf. Daniel 2:39. This kingdom was divided among the generals in 323 B.C. In the days of those kings... Vs. 44. In the succession of these kingdoms, (specifically in the days of the Roman Kings) before this line of world monarchies should pass out of existence, the kingdom of God would be established. d. The Roman Empire came with the Caesars the legs of iron and the feet mixed with clay, the mixture of Romes population, which weakened the Roman empire and was an important factor in its ultimate downfall. cf. Dan. 2:40-45. 2:40(1) This empire began about 30 - 32 B.C. by Octavius Caesar. 2 5/23/2010 pm FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES ....Kingdom near... John said, Repent, ye for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Mt. 3:2; cf. Mt. 11:11 NOTE: John not in the kingdom . Also the theme of Christs preaching. Mt. 4:17. The time of its establishment made clear by Christ. Mk. 1:14-15. 1:14Time is fulfilled. fulfilled. Kingdom of God is at hand. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES ....Kingdom near... The time in which Jesus lived was the fullness of the time. Gal. 4:4. Mt. 10:5-7 The 12 taught that the kingdom was 10:5at hand. Luke 10:8-9 The seventy sent out 2 by 2 10:8announced the kingdom of God is come nigh unto you. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES ....Kingdom near... Mt. 16:18 Promise of Christ to build his church, his kingdom. Mk. 9:1 O.T. prophecy to be fulfilled in that generation. Luke 24:49 Tarry ye in the city until ye be clothed with power from on high. high. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES ....Kingdom near... Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive power, when the H.S. is come upon you. Dan. 7:13-14 Jesus ascended to the Father to 7:13receive his kingdom. Acts 2:1-4 Kingdom established - received by 2:1Christ - first Pentecost after the resurrection of Christ. WAS THIS THE KINGDOM OF O.T. PROMISE AND PROPHECY? When Christ said, the time is fulfilled Mk. 1:14 the Caesars were enthroned in the Roman Empire. Therefore Jesus came in the days of those kings. Dan. 2:44. Heb. 12:28 Kingdom received was indestructible, immovable. Dan. 2:44 Kingdom would not be destroyed. WAS THIS THE KINGDOM OF O.T. PROMISE AND PROPHECY? Therefore if the kingdom of Heb. 12:28 and the kingdom of Mk. 1:14 are not the kingdom of Dan. 2:44, when the kingdom of Dan. 2:44 comes how shall we dispose of the one present which cannot be moved??? Notice the Lords own application of Isa. 2:2-3 in 2:2Luke 24:46-49. 24:46In Heb. 12:22-28, application of Jerusalem made to the 12:22church. Joel 2:28ff the last days fulfilled in Acts 2:16ff. 3 5/23/2010 pm KINGDOM NOW IN EXISTENCE A. Mk. 1:14-15 Lords own announcement of the kingdom. 1:14B. Mt. 6:9-10 Lords prayer and teaching harmonize. 6:9C. Luke 23:50-51 At death of Jesus, Joseph of Arimathaea waited for the 23:50kingdom of God. D. Mk. 9:1 Would come in the lifetime of those standing by. E. Mk. 16:15-20 16:151. If nothing could prevent the building of the church, after Jesus had announced it ... why should one think that the Jews could prevent the kingdom and cause it to be postponed after the Lord had announced it...? KINGDOM NOW IN EXISTENCE F. Acts 8:12 Philip preached concerning the kingdom and those who believed obeyed in order to enter into it. cf. John 3:5. G. Acts 28:23 Paul testified concerning the kingdom in Rome ... some believed some disbelieved. H. Eph. 5:5 Kingdom of God and kingdom Christ not separate kingdoms. I. Col. 1:13-14 Colossians were in the kingdom. 1:13J. Heb. 1:8 Christ sits on his throne over His kingdom. K. Heb. 12:28 When we come to the church we receive the kingdom. L. Rev. 1:9 John was in the kingdom. NATURE OF THE KINGDOM. A. Dan. 2:44-45 says the kingdom would be made without A.Dan. 2:44hands, signifying that the kingdom would be spiritual in nature. B. Jesus disclaimed any pretensions to an earthly kingdom when he said to Pilate, my kingdom is not of this world. John 18:36-37; cf. John 6:15. Rom. 14:17; Luke 17:20-21 18:3617:20C.He further taught that the kingdom is entered by a birth C. He of water and spirit. John 3:3-5; cf. Isa. 2:4. 3:3- THE KINGDOM AND THE CHURCH ARE NOT SEPARATE INSTITUTIONS AFTER ALL. Note the identifying marks of each. KINGDOM 1. Beginning place & time 2. Territory-heart Territory3. Boundary of territory 4. Owner of institution 5. Ruler over its inhabitants 6. Governing law 7. Christ gave keys 8. Terms of entrance 9. Membership 10. Memorial supper set 11. Glory and exaltation 12. Reward for faithful 13. Time of deliverance Isa. 2:2-3 2:2Luke 17:20-21; 17:20Dan. 2:44 John 18:36 1 Tim. 6:15 Isa. 2:3 Mt. 16:19 John 3:5 Col. 1:13 Mt. 26:29 Isa. 2:2-3 2:2Mt. 25:31-34 25:311 Cor. 15:24 CHURCH Acts 2:1-47 2:1Col. 3:15;Heb. 8:10 Mk. 16:15 Mt. 16:18 Eph. 1:22-23 1:22Acts 2:36-47 2:36Mt. 16:18 Acts 2:38-47 2:38Col. 1:2 1 Cor. 11:20-27 11:20Eph. 3:21 1 Cor. 15:58 1 Thess. 4:16-17 4:16- What Difference Does It Make? The theory of the postponement of the kingdom makes the promise of God fail and the preaching of Christ false. The theory ;makes the church an accident, the result of a prophetic default; a mere afterthought. Makes Eph. 3 false declaring the church a part of Gods eternal purpose. Indicates little or no regard for the church and none at all for the prophecies. 4 "); array_files[99]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Jerusalem-%20And%20They%20Continued%20Steadfastly.ppt","2010-05-25","383K","Jerusalem-%20And%20They%20Continued%20Steadfastly.ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp286710.ppt * * * * 5/23/2010 am * 5/23/2010 am * Jerusalem:“And They Continued Steadfastly” Acts 2:42 Continued Steadfastly Steadfastly means to be strong towards, to endure in, or persevere in, to be continually steadfast with a person or thing, (Vine‘s Expository Dictionary., Volume I, page 236) The lesson is that the early disciples adhered to the teaching of the apostles. Identifying The Apostles’ Doctrine Came from Christ. Luke 10:16; 1 Cor. 14:37; Gal. 1:11-12 By revelation of the Holy Spirit. Eph. 3:1-5; John 14:26; 15:26-27; 16:13-14 Apostles were ambassadors. 2 Cor. 5:20; John 17:8,14,18; 1 Thess 4:8 Earthen vessels. 2 Cor. 4:7; “My gospel” 2 Tim. 2:8, “committed to my trust” 1 Tim. 1:11 The Seriousness Of Going Beyond 2 John 9 “Whosoever goeth onward and abideth not in the teaching of Christ, hath not God: He that abideth in the teaching, the same hath both the Father and the Son.” What Is The “Doctrine Of Christ”? Is it “doctrine” about Christ?OR Is it “doctrine” from Christ? Consider “doctrine of Balaam,” & “doctrine of Nicolaitans” (Revelation 2:14-15) Doctrine of Christ = Apostles’ Doctrine Gospel, Doctrine, The Faith Gospel, Doctrine, The Faith Continue in… The Apostles’ doctrine. Acts 2:42 The gospel. 1 Cor. 15:1ff The faith. Col. 1:23 Obey… The gospel. 2 Thess. 1:7-8 The form of doctrine. Rom. 6:17 The faith. Acts 6:7 Gospel, Doctrine, The FaithSame Body Of Truth No such thing as the “doctrines” of the Lord. See. Matthew 15:1-14 False Teaching Will Come… Jesus warned. Matthew 7:15; 24:4-5 Apostles warned. Acts 20:29-30 Some of Ephesian elders would speak perverse things. 2 Cor. 11:13-15 Satan has ministers. 1 Tim. 4:1-3 Some would depart from the faith. 2 Tim. 4:1-4 Men would turn from the faith. 2 Pet. 2:1-3 False teachers would come. 1 John 4:1-3 False prophets gone out into the world. 12 What must we do when false teaching comes??? Prove all things. 1 Thess. 5:21-22; Rev. 2:2; Acts 18:25-26 Hold to the faithful word- Reprove false teachers. Titus 1:9; 2:1 No longer be tossed to and fro. Eph. 4:14 Not be carried away. Heb. 13:9 Not be spoiled by traditions of men. Col. 2:8 13 How is the teaching determined? Not determined by motive of teacher. Phil. 1:15-18 Motive Wrong- Teaching right. Gal. 1:13-14; Acts 23:1; 26:9; 1 Tim. 1:13 Motive right- Teaching wrong. 14 Beware when the teaching is contrary to truth!!! 2 Pet. 2:1-2 Promotes destructive heresies- opposed truth. (Cf. 1:19-21) Rom. 16:17 Cause division/stumbling contrary to doctrine learned. 1 Tim. 1:3,10-11 Another doctrine, contrary to sound doctrine. Gal. 1:6-9 Contrary doctrine prohibited (even though teacher is an angel or apostle -Gal. 2:11-14) NOTE: False prophet assessed by his teaching, not by his moral character or motive. 1 John 4:1,6 15 What am I to do? Learn how to know them. Try their teaching by the Scriptures. 1 John 4:1; Acts. 17:11. Aquila and Priscilla taught Apollos more perfectly. Acts 18:26 Contend for truth against error. Jude 3-4 Paul & Barnabas did. Acts 15:1-2 Paul rebuked Peter. Gal. 2:11 Never give way by subjection. Gal. 2:4-5 16 What am I to do? No fellowship. Eph. 5:11-12 Rather even reprove them. Rom. 16:17-18 Mark and avoid. Titus 3:9-10 Refuse. 2 John 7-11 Receive not. Teach the truth in love. Eph. 4:16 “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer each one.” Col. 4:6 17 Disaster of allowing false teaching to be taught in the church… “A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump” Gal. 5:9 Warning given to Pergamum. Rev. 2:14-17 Elders warned of destructive effects. Acts 20:27-32 Lessons learned from history. Jer. 23:16-17, 21,25 NOTE: All the high morals and ideals that a false teacher may possess cannot make his false doctrine truth. cf. 1 Tim. 4:16 It does make a difference that we are different. 1 Pet. 2:9-10; Eph. 5:11 NOT THIS: BUT THIS: * Righteousness Light Christ Believer God Iniquity Darkness Belial Unbeliever Idols Righteousness Light Christ Believer God Iniquity Darkness Belial Unbeliever Idols “Come ye out… Be ye separate…” 2 Cor. 6:14-7:1 * 5/23/2010 am "); array_files[100]=new Array(0,32,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(Part%204).ppt","2010-05-25","376K","Premillennialism%20(Part%204).ppt ","",""," UsersRichardAppDataRoamingMTop SoftwareSearch Engine Composerconverttemptemp386808.ppt * * 5/23/2010 pm * 5/23/2010 pm * Premillennialism The Church and Kingdom - Promise and Prophecy Christs Rejection By The Jews Foretold a.Isa. 53:1 “…Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the Lord revealed? b.In the N.T. John wrote, “…But though he had done so many signs before them, yet they believed not on him: that the word of Isaiah the prophet might be fulfilled which he spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed? John 12:37-38. c.Again, “…The stone which the builders rejected, it is become the head of the corner. Psa. 118:22; cf. Mt. 21:33-46. Christs Rejection By The Jews Foretold d.In fact... there are at least 16 prophecies which were fulfilled in one 24 hour period surrounding the death of Christ. (1) Many of these prophecies were written up to 1,000 years or more before the time of their fulfillment. e.Therefore... having been foretold centuries before, the Jewish rejection of Christ was certainly no surprise. Prophecies of the Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion Sold for 30 pieces of silver. Zech. 11:12; Mt. 26:14-15 Money to be cast to the potter. Zech. 11:13; Mt. 27:3-10 Disciples to forsake him. Zech. 13:7; Mt. 26:56; Mk. 14:27 Silent before His accusers. Isa. 53:7; Mt. 27:12-14 Wounded and bruised. Isa. 53:5; Mt. 27:12-14 Prophecies of the Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion Hands and feet to be pierced. Ps. 22:16; Luke 23:33; John 20:25,27 Crucified with thieves. Isa. 53:12: Mk. 15:27-28 Pray for persecutors. Isa. 53:12; Luke 23:34 People would shake their heads at the crucified one. Ps. 22:7; Mt. 27:39 People would ridicule Him. Ps. 22:7,8; Mt. 27:41,43 People would be astonished. Ps. 22:17; Isa. 52:14; Luke 23:35 Prophecies of the Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion His garments parted and lots cast. Ps. 22:18; John 19:24 Would cry, “My God, My God, Why hast thou forsaken me?” Ps. 22:1; Mt. 27:46 His bones were not to be broken. Ps. 34:20; John 19:33,36 His side to be pierced. Zech. 12:10; John 19:34,37 He was to be buried in a rich man’s tomb. Isa. 53:9; Mt. 27:57-60 The Eternal Purpose Of The Church. Eph. 3:9-11 Without speculation, the Bible teaches that the church has its place in the eternal scheme of redemption. It was not just a second thought of God. a.The manifold wisdom of God revealed in the church. Vs. 10. Illustrate: Architect’s wisdom revealed in completed structure. 1.Church was built according to the eternal purpose of God in Christ. Vs. 11. 2. God had the church in mind from the beginning. The O.T. Prophecies Concerning The Kingdom Of God A.Isa. 2:2-4; cf. Micah 4:1-2. 1.In the last days. 2.In the mountain of Jehovah... Jerusalem. cf. Luke 24:46-49; Heb. 12:22-28. 3.All nations would flow into it. 4.These last days are the N.T. days. Heb. 1:1-2; Acts 2:16-17. 5.Swords, plowshares, nation no longer against nation. The O.T. Prophecies Concerning The Kingdom Of God B. Daniel 2:31-35 Description of Nebuchadnezzars dream. Daniel 2:36-45 Interpretation of that dream. NOTE: Daniel did not outline the entire history of the world from his day until the end of time. He is dealing with the kingdoms which would exist before the time God established His kingdom and then with the establishment and duration of Christs kingdom. Only Four Earthly Kingdoms Are Mentioned a.Kingdom of Nebuchadnezzar – head of gold. 2:37-38. At the feast of Belshazzar Daniel said that God gave Nebuchadnezzar thy father the kingdom... 5:18 Note the handwriting on the wall. Dan. 5:25-28. Babylonian Empire fell in 536 B.C. b.Medo-Persian Kingdom – the joining of two arms and the breast of silver. Medo-Persian kingdom fell in 330 B.C. Only four earthly kingdoms are mentioned. c.Macedonian or Greek Empire. The two countries of Egypt and Assyria were merged into the Macedonian, under Alexander the Great – this was the thighs of brass in the image. cf. Daniel 2:39. This kingdom was divided among the generals in 323 B.C. d.The Roman Empire came with the Caesars – the legs of iron and the feet mixed with clay, the mixture of Rome’s population, which weakened the Roman empire and was an important factor in its ultimate downfall. cf. Dan. 2:40-45. (1)This empire began about 30 - 32 B.C. by Octavius Caesar. In the days of those kings... Vs. 44. In the succession of these kingdoms, (specifically in the days of the Roman Kings) before this line of world monarchies should pass out of existence, the kingdom of God would be established. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES....Kingdom near... John said, Repent, ye for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Mt. 3:2; cf. Mt. 11:11 NOTE: John not in the kingdom . Also the theme of Christ’s preaching. Mt. 4:17. The time of its establishment made clear by Christ. Mk. 1:14-15. Time is fulfilled. Kingdom of God is at hand. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES....Kingdom near... The time in which Jesus lived was the fullness of the time. Gal. 4:4. Mt. 10:5-7 The 12 taught that the kingdom was at hand. Luke 10:8-9 The seventy sent out 2 by 2 announced the kingdom of God is come nigh unto you. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES....Kingdom near... Mt. 16:18 Promise of Christ to build his church, his kingdom. Mk. 9:1 O.T. prophecy to be fulfilled in that generation. Luke 24:49 Tarry ye in the city until ye be clothed with power from on high. FULFILLMENT OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES....Kingdom near... Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive power, when the H.S. is come upon you. Dan. 7:13-14 Jesus ascended to the Father to receive his kingdom. Acts 2:1-4 Kingdom established - received by Christ - first Pentecost after the resurrection of Christ. WAS THIS THE KINGDOM OF O.T. PROMISE AND PROPHECY? When Christ said, the time is fulfilled Mk. 1:14 the Caesars were enthroned in the Roman Empire. Therefore Jesus came in the days of those kings. Dan. 2:44. Heb. 12:28 Kingdom received was indestructible, immovable. Dan. 2:44 Kingdom would not be destroyed. WAS THIS THE KINGDOM OF O.T. PROMISE AND PROPHECY? Therefore if the kingdom of Heb. 12:28 and the kingdom of Mk. 1:14 are not the kingdom of Dan. 2:44, when the kingdom of Dan. 2:44 comes how shall we dispose of the one present which cannot be moved??? Notice the Lord’s own application of Isa. 2:2-3 in Luke 24:46-49. In Heb. 12:22-28, application of Jerusalem made to the church. Joel 2:28ff the last days fulfilled in Acts 2:16ff. KINGDOM NOW IN EXISTENCE A.Mk. 1:14-15 Lord’s own announcement of the kingdom. B.Mt. 6:9-10 Lord’s prayer and teaching harmonize. C.Luke 23:50-51 At death of Jesus, Joseph of Arimathaea waited for the kingdom of God. D.Mk. 9:1 Would come in the lifetime of those standing by. E.Mk. 16:15-20 1.If nothing could prevent the building of the church, after Jesus had announced it … why should one think that the Jews could prevent the kingdom and cause it to be postponed after the Lord had announced it…? KINGDOM NOW IN EXISTENCE F.Acts 8:12 Philip preached concerning the kingdom and those who believed obeyed in order to enter into it. cf. John 3:5. G.Acts 28:23 Paul testified concerning the kingdom in Rome … some believed some disbelieved. H. Eph. 5:5 Kingdom of God and kingdom Christ not separate kingdoms. I.Col. 1:13-14 Colossians were in the kingdom. J.Heb. 1:8 Christ sits on his throne over His kingdom. K.Heb. 12:28 When we come to the church we receive the kingdom. L.Rev. 1:9 John was in the kingdom. NATURE OF THE KINGDOM. A.Dan. 2:44-45 says the kingdom would be made without hands, signifying that the kingdom would be spiritual in nature. B.Jesus disclaimed any pretensions to an earthly kingdom when he said to Pilate, my kingdom is not of this world. John 18:36-37; cf. John 6:15. Rom. 14:17; Luke 17:20-21 C.He further taught that the kingdom is entered by a birth of water and spirit. John 3:3-5; cf. Isa. 2:4. THE KINGDOM AND THE CHURCH ARE NOT SEPARATE INSTITUTIONS AFTER ALL. Note the identifying marks of each.KINGDOMCHURCH 1.Beginning place & time Isa. 2:2-3Acts 2:1-47 2.Territory-heartLuke 17:20-21; Col. 3:15;Heb. 8:10 3.Boundary of territoryDan. 2:44Mk. 16:15 4.Owner of institution John 18:36Mt. 16:18 5.Ruler over its inhabitants 1 Tim. 6:15Eph. 1:22-23 6.Governing lawIsa. 2:3Acts 2:36-47 7.Christ gave keysMt. 16:19Mt. 16:18 8.Terms of entranceJohn 3:5Acts 2:38-47 9.MembershipCol. 1:13Col. 1:2 10.Memorial supper setMt. 26:291 Cor. 11:20-27 11.Glory and exaltationIsa. 2:2-3Eph. 3:21 12.Reward for faithfulMt. 25:31-341 Cor. 15:58 13.Time of deliverance1 Cor. 15:241 Thess. 4:16-17 What Difference Does It Make? The theory of the postponement of the kingdom makes the promise of God fail and the preaching of Christ false. The theory ;makes the church an accident, the result of a prophetic default; a mere afterthought. Makes Eph. 3 false declaring the church a part of God’s eternal purpose. Indicates little or no regard for the church and none at all for the prophecies. * 5/23/2010 pm "); array_files[101]=new Array(0,1,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Bulletin_5-23-10.htm","2010-05-23","4K","Bulletin Article for May 23, 2010 ","",""," Bulletin Article for May 23, 2010 Hard to Believe? by Floyd Chappelear If someone were to suggest to you that you could hatch puppies from chicken eggs you would know that such just couldnt be done. All evidence demonstrates that species produce ONLY after their kind. This law of nature was first stated in the word of God (Genesis 1:12, 21, and 25) and has never been violated. Yet, the evolutionist and atheist would have you believe that throughout all of time, species continually gave rise to some species not after their kind. That some animal in the long ago gave birth not to another of its kind, but that its offspring was homo-sapiens. Be not deceived, my friend, such foolishness is exactly their contention. God said this about such mindless ramblings, For the invisible things of him since the creation of the world are clearly seen, being perceived through the things that are made, even his everlasting power and divinity; that they may be without excuse: because that, knowing God, they glorified him not as God, neither gave thanks; but became vain in their reasoning, and their senseless heart was darkened. PROFESSING THEMSELVES TO BE WISE, THEY BECAME FOOLS, and changed the glory of the incorruptible God for the likeness of an image of corruptible man, and of birds, and four-footed beasts; and creeping things (Romans 1:20-23). The Lord also said, The fool hath said in his heart there is no God (Psalms 14:1). Every fact of science, and all the statements of God in His word, point to the fact that God made man in his own image; that man is not a product of any accident of nature known as evolution. Gods power and divinity are easily demonstrable (Psalms 19: 1). Intelligent men and women will accept this fact and do great things because of it. They, like the astronauts and those brilliant scientists who put them into space, will acknowledge God. For instance, Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, said, I find it difficult to believe how anyone could see the sights I was privileged to see and the views I was shown on my travel and not be most aware of the power of the Supreme Being and His art work. Puppy dogs from chicken eggs. Unbelievable! Would you believe the HAND OF A BRILLIANT CREATOR? Your Bible Question by Joe Price The question is: When dealing with an evolutionist what answer can be given when confronted with the theory of prehistoric times, and that dinosaurs ruled before man and man came from apes, is there a biblical answer or do we ignore it? An excellent treatment of this topic was written by Bert Thompson, Ph.D., entitled The Dinosaur Controversy. Follow this internet link: www.apologeticspress.org/rr/rr1993/r&r9308a.htm. In that article, Mr. Thompson says, Today, the controversy between evolutionists and creationists centers around the matter of when the dinosaurs existed. A chasm exists between these two groups that never will be bridged so long as each side maintains its present view. Evolutionists advocate that dinosaurs evolved from some ancient reptile 200 million years ago, and that they became extinct roughly 65-70 million years ago. Man (in one form or another) allegedly evolved only 2-3 million years ago, and thus was separated from the dinosaurs by approximately 65 million years of geologic time. Creationists who accept Genesis 1-11 as an accurate, historical record of Gods creative activity oppose such claims, and instead maintain that the dinosaurs were created by God within the six literal days described in the biblical record. Thus, man and the dinosaurs would have been created at essentially the same time, and would have lived together as contemporaries on the Earth. He goes on to discuss dinosaurs in the Bible and where did they go? Bible believers do not have to ignore the subject of dinosaurs. "); array_files[102]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Spiritual%20Growth.pdf","2010-05-22","406K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Spiritual Growth.pptx ","","","5/9/2010 am & pm All Christians Should Be Growing 1 Pet. 2:2 desire milk as babes grow Want to grow / be stronger Dont want to become weak 2 Pet. 3:18 grow in grace & knowledge Eph. 4:14 do not be tossed to and fro Yet, Times feel weaker Not grown as should Wonder if making progress 1 Thess. 3:12 increase and abound 1 Thess. 4:10 increase more and more Heb. 5:11-14 time ought to be teachers Principles of Spiritual Growth Simple Nothing New Involves Doing What Already Know Takes Time Takes Work Takes Patience I. Faithful in Study I. Faithful in Study I. Faithful in Study A. Word is the source of growth Acts 20:32 able to build you up Rom. 10:17 faith hearing word 1 Cor. 14:1-5 edified by revelation. 14:1cf. 1 Cor. 15:1-3 cf. 15:1- A. Word is the source of growth B. Must have a craving & thirsting Mt. 5:6 hunger & thirst after righteousness 1 Pet. 2:1-2 as babes desire milk 2:1Psa. 119:16, 72, 127, 162 1 5/9/2010 am & pm I. Faithful in Study Regular & Consistent Acts 13:27 Jews read law every Sabbath Mt. 19:4; 22:31 Rebuked should have read Acts 17:11 searched scriptures daily 1 Tim. 4:13 give attention to reading Ps. 1:1-3 meditates day and night 1:1- A. Word is the source of growth B. Must have a craving & thirsting C. Regular & consistent study I. Faithful in Study Faithful Study of the Word Will: Give A. Word is the source of growth B. Must have a craving & thirsting C. Regular & consistent study D. Will accomplish: greater knowledge (1 Pet. 3:16-18; 2 Tim. 3:16-17) Give Wisdom (2 Tim. 3:15) Discourage sin (Psa. 119:11) Equip us for service (2 Tim. 3:17) Diligent &Faithful Study Not new Not quick Not amazing A simple means of spiritual growth! I. Faithful in Study II. Fervent in Prayer 2 5/9/2010 am & pm II. Fervent in Prayer II. Fervent in Prayer A. Regular time of prayer A. Regular time of prayer B. Make & schedule time for prayer Mark 1:35 Got up early just to go pray Psa. 55:16-17 Evening, morning & noon 55:16Dan. 6:10 Three times a day Luke 18:1- Always ought to pray 18:11 Thess. 5:17 Pray without ceasing Luke 6:12 Went to mountain to pray stayed all night II. Fervent in Prayer 1 Timothy 2:1 Supplication (Request -entreaty ) Prayers A. Regular time of prayer B. Make & schedule time for prayer C. Pray about a lot of things (Request general obtaining of good) Intercession (Falling in with - For others) Thanks (Gratitude for blessings II. Fervent in Prayer Regular &Fervent Prayer A. Regular time of prayer B. Make & schedule time for prayer C. Pray about a lot of things D. Prayer is powerful James 5:16 1 Pet. 3:12 Not new Not quick Not amazing A simple means of spiritual growth! Does Good God Listens 3 5/9/2010 am & pm III. Focus in Worship A. Worship take work I. Faithful in Study II. Fervent in Prayer III. Focus in Worship Easy to let minds wander Concentration takes work / effort The outward motions is not the hard part Many things call for attention People around us Those leading Traffic in / out III. Focus in Worship III. Focus in Worship A. Worship take work B. Worship is to be sincere / from heart A. Worship take work B. Worship is to be sincere / from heart C. Focus on: we are doing (song, words, etc) What is being said (prayer, sermon) The One we worship (God almighty) Meaning of the Lord supper (body, blood, death, etc.) What John 4:24 Must Worship In Spirit & In Truth Sincere &Focused Worship Not new Not quick Not amazing I. Faithful in Study II. Fervent in Prayer III. Focus in Worship A simple means of spiritual growth! IV. Fruitful In Love 4 5/9/2010 am & pm IV. Fruitful In Love Mt. 22:36-40 Teacher, which is the great commandment in the law? And he said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second like (unto it) is this, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments the whole law hangeth, and the prophets. IV. Fruitful In Love More than acknowledging God God Keep commands (Jno. 14:15; 1 John 2:2ff; 5:3) Practice what know (Lk 17:6-10; James 1:22) Cant grow without love (1 John 4:21) Brethren Fruit: fulfill responsibility (Rom. 13:8f) Weep & rejoice (Rom. 12:15) Restore (Gal. 6:1) Encourage (Heb. 10:24) Honest & Fruitful Love Not new Not quick Not amazing A simple means of spiritual growth! I. Faithful in Study II. Fervent in Prayer III. Focus in Worship IV. Fruitful In Love V. First In Spiritual Matters V. First In Spiritual Matters First & Foremost Priority Mt. 6:33 Seek First Kingdom & Right. 1 Pet. 3:15 Sanctify Lord God Above Pleasure Above Family Above Jobs Above Education Above Self Mt. 16:24 Not new Not quick Not amazing A simple means of spiritual growth! 5 5/9/2010 am & pm I. Faithful in Study II. Fervent in Prayer III. Focus in Worship IV. Fruitful In Love V. First In Spiritual Matters 6 "); array_files[103]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Jerusalem-%20Where%20Time%20Became%20Full.pdf","2010-05-22","147K"," (Microsoft PowerPoint - Jerusalem226 Where Time Became Full.pptx) ","","","5/16/2010 am Jerusalem Jerusalem Where Time Became Full Isaiah 2:2-3; Luke 24:47 Gods hand in bringing redemption to a lost world can be seen from the historic records. cf. cf. 2 Timothy 3:16 Historic persons, places and times. Seed of Woman. Genesis 3:15 Unique character. Isaiah 9:6; 7:14; cf. Luke 1:35 Birthplace foretold. Micah 5:2 BEHIND THE SCENES GOD SETS THE STAGE. Galatians 4:4 1 2 Plan Of Redemption Based Upon Mighty Acts... Known of God from the beginning. cf. Acts 15:13-18 15:13Certain things must happen. Matthew 16:21 Love and justice declared. John 3:16; Romans 3:24-26 3:24Why? Died to forgive sins. Matthew 20:28; 26:28; Galatians 1:4 Plan Must Be Revealed...Eph. 3:1ff Revealed...Eph. Made known through preaching. 1 Cor. 1:21 Time and place foretold. Luke 24:44-47; Isa. 2:1-4 24:442:1- Apostles commissioned. Mk. 16:15-16; Mt. 16:1528:1828:18-19 Apostles needed help. 1 Cor. 2:1-5; 2 Cor. 4:5; 2:1Rom. 10:14-15 10:14Holy Spirit promised. John 16:13-14; 1 Cor. 2:916:132:913 Received Power. Luke 24:49 3 Witnesses. Acts 1:8; Acts 4:20 4 Day, Place, Persons Involved When Redemption Began The Day Was Pentecost. - i.e., fiftieth, found only in the New Testament (Acts 2:1; 20:16; 1 Cor. 16:8). The festival so named is first spoken of in Ex 23:16 as the feast of harvest, and again in Ex 34:22 as the day of the firstfruits (Num 28:26). From the sixteenth of the month of Nisan (the second day of the Passover), seven complete weeks, i.e., forty-nine days, were to be reckoned, and this fortyfeast was held on the fiftieth day. (from Eastons Bible Dictionary) 5 Day, Place, Persons Involved When Redemption Began The Place Was Jerusalem. According to the scriptures (Isa. 2:1-2). 2:1On the first day of the week, around 9 oclock in the morning. Acts 2:14-15 2:14- 6 1 5/16/2010 am Day, Place, Persons Involved When Redemption Began The Holy Spirit Came Upon The Apostles. Acts 2:1ff Holy Spirit Baptism promised. This promise is recorded in all four gospels. Mt. 3:11; Mk. 1:8; Luke 3:16; John 1:33 Promised to the apostles... John 16:13 Context 7 Day, Place, Persons Involved When Redemption Began The Spirit enabled them to speak in tongues. Acts 2:4 The purposes of this outpouring of the H.S. upon the twelve was to qualify them for the apostolic office... Confirm the word. Heb. 2:1-4 2:1That was the power of the apostles to speak any language to any audience, to any people, to impart and convey this divine revelation, which originated here in the second chapter of Acts. 8 Day, Place, Persons Involved When Redemption Began The Audience. Acts 2:5-11 2:5Devout Jews from every nation. Familiar with recent death of Jesus of Nazareth. Were in deep distress. Luke 23:44-49 23:44- Day, Place, Persons Involved When Redemption Began The Preacher And His Sermon. Acts 2:14-38 2:14Answered the revilers. Verse 13 Preached Christ. Historic past to present. This is that...Whosoever Christ of prophecy. Four great themes. Life, death, resurrection and exaltation. Proved the resurrection by eyewitness testimony. Verse 32 Conclusion: verse 36 9 10 Jerusalem Jerusalem Where Time Became Full The Question: What shall we do? THE ANSWER TO THEIR QUESTION: The ages had awaited and been shaped by God for the answer to that question. Verses 38-39 38We all now stand in our historic moment. But someday our historic moment shall end. And God shall one day bring on the final day. But now in history, while time is ours, let us go forth sowing the precious seed and say to all... come ye and let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob, and let us walk in His ways for out of Zion has gone forth the law of the Lord and the Word of the Lord from Jerusalem. 12 11 2 "); array_files[104]=new Array(0,4,"http://www.fifthstreeteast.com/Premillennialism%20(Part%203).pdf","2010-05-22","1010K"," Microsoft PowerPoint - Premillennialism (Part 3).pptx ","","","5/16/2010 pm DE The Promises To Abraham Lesson 3 A D Meeting Satan Loosed J. W. T. Israel Church Age 7 years tribulation Millennium Resurrection J The Seed Promise Galatians 3:14-29 3:14- R RT WHAT IS PREMILLENNIALISM? GENERAL DEFINITION: It is fundamentally the idea... 1. That Jesus came into the world to set up his kingdom among men, but the Jews rejected Him, thus he set up His church as an alternate plan and went back to heaven from which he will come again to set up His kingdom. 2. That there will be a literal one thousand year period during which Jesus Christ shall occupy this earth and reign in Jerusalem on Davids literal throne... 3. That the Jews will return to Palestine and Christ will rule over them in a material kingdom... 4. That this thousand years stands between the second coming of Christ and the final judgment of all. Genesis 12:1-3 1 Now Jehovah said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy fathers house, unto the Land land that I will show thee. 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, Nation and make they name great. And be thou a blessing. 3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will I curse. And in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed. Seed Nation Promise Nation Promise Fulfilled At Sinai - Covenant Ex. 19:5-6 19:5Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, then ye shall be mine own possession from among all peoples: for all the earth is mine: and ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation nation. Joshua 21:43-45 43 So Jehovah gave to Israel all the land which he sware to give unto their fathers, and they possessed it and dwelt in it. 44 And Jehovah gave them rest round about, according to all that he sware unto their fathers. And there stood not a man of all their enemies before them; Jehovah delivered all their enemies into their hand. 45 There failed not aught of any good thing which Jehovah had spoken unto the house of Israel; All came to pass. Ex. 20:1-7 Law given to these people. 1 5/16/2010 pm Joshua 23:14 14. And behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth. And you know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which Jehovah your God spake concerning you. All are come to pass unto you; not one thing hath failed thereof. b Joshua 13-20 Land Promise The Promise The Promise To Abraham Nation Promise FULFILLED Land Promise FULFILLED Gal. 3:13-29 3:13- There is no promise yet to be fulfilled The Extent concerning the land! The Fulfillment The Assurance Seed Promise Seed Promise Gen. 17:16-17; 18:11-12; 21:1ff; 22:1ff; 26:4 Seed Promise Isaac Jacob Gen. 28:13-14 Twelve sons. Gen. 29-30; 35:22-27 Seed Of Woman Gen. 3:15 - Promise of redemption 2 Sam. 7:12ff Seed of David Isa. 9:6ff; Dan. 2:44; 7:13-14 King 7:13 Christ = Seed of woman Born of a woman (virgin) - Isa. 7:14 Made of a woman (Gal. 4:4) Jacob son Judah Gen. 49:10 2 5/16/2010 pm Seed Promise Seed of woman Gen. 3:15 Seed of Abraham Gen. 12:3; 22:18 Seed Promise How does the promise relate to us? Christ came Gen. 3:15 Seed of Woman Gal. 4:4 Gen. 12:3 Seed of Abraham Gal. 3:16 Gen. 49:10 Tribe of Judah Heb. 7:14 2 Sam. 7:14 Seed of David Lk. 1:26-33 1:26Isa. 7:14 Born of a Virgin Mt. 1:21-23 1:21God keeps His promise! Gal. 3:16 Now to Abraham were the promises spoken, and to his seed. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed which is Christ. seed, Seed Promise Christ was crucified Mark 11:9-10 Hosanna; Blessed (is) he that cometh in 11:9the name of the Lord: Blessed (is) the kingdom that cometh, (the kingdom) of our father David: Hosanna in the highest. Mark 15:12-14 What then shall I do unto him whom ye 15:12call the King of the Jews? And they cried out again, Crucify him. And Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out exceedingly, Crucify him. him Seed Promise Seed Promise How does the promise relate to us? How does the promise relate to us? Christ was raised and exalted! Acts 1:3; 2:22-24ff; 2:32ff; 3:12-15; 2:223:124:8-12; 5:29-32; Rom. 1:4 4:8- 5:29Eph. 1:19-23; Cf. Dan. 7:13-14 1:197:13God keeps His promise! Seed Promise How does the promise relate to us? How does the promise relate to us? Christ was raised and exalted! Acts 2:36 36 Let all the house of Israel therefore know assuredly, that God hath made him both Lord Christ was raised and exalted! Acts 2:37 37 Now when they heard (this,) they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and the rest of the apostles, Brethren, what shall we do do? and Christ, this Jesus whom ye crucified. God keeps His promise! God keeps His promise! 3 5/16/2010 pm Salvation / Forgiveness Is What Was Promised In The Seed Of Abraham Acts 2:38-39 2:38Acts 4:12 And in none other is there salvation: for unto them, Repent ye, and be And Peter (said)neither is there any other one of you baptized everyname under in the name of Jesus heaven, that the remission Christ unto is given among of your sins; and ye shall men, wherein we must be receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. saved. (cf. Lk. 24:47) Salvation / Forgiveness Is What Was Promised In The Seed Of Abraham Acts 3:25-26 Ye are the sons of the prophets, and of the c