SOTERIOLOGY May Be Defined As: THE SALVATION DOCTRINES OF OUR CHRISTIAN FAITH. In the Greek, soterion – salvation; French; soter – savior, preserver as in Jesus Christ. Merriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition 2003. By way of introduction: The following Categorical Study Series on “Soteriology” has, as one of it’s goals, to be an example of teaching by Topics or Categories — the Meat of…
Originally called Ephrath (Genesis 35:16). Called the City of David, Bethlehem also boasts other facts of interest: The burial place of Rachel (Genesis 35:15-18). The home of Naomi and Boaz (Ruth 1:1, 19; 4:9-11). The birthplace of David and the site of his anointing (1 Samuel 16: 4-13). The birthplace of Jesus (Micah 5:2 prediction; John 7:42; Luke 2:4). The…
A few years after my parents married, (the same year I was born, 1941), Mom and Dad bought the house I was raised in along with my older sister and younger brother. It was Mom and Dad’s lifelong home. My mom passed to be with the Lord in 1995, and my dad went to be with her in 2004. The…
We consider it a privilege, Heavenly Father, to fellowship in your Word, to grow in fields of Grace. We ask that the Holy Spirit bless us by these revelations of your Word, so that in the days and years to come we may utilize your Word to Your Glory, Father and in serving Christ our Lord, in whose name we…
An anthropomorphism ascribes to God physical characteristics such as eyes, nose, ears. God the father and the Holy Spirit do not have our “physicalness,” but the humanity of Christ does, which makes Christ the Unique person in the universe.
Home-schooling is on a dramatic rise across America. More and more parents are discovering the wonderful advantages for their children. Today’s homeschooler parents are the new American pioneers. They are “speaking softly and carrying a very influential stick.” They represent an alternative to conventional education — “and the winner is …” the family and America. These pioneer parents are the…
Genesis 2:7 – “And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life and man became a living SOUL.” “Life” should have been translated “lives” because the Hebrew word is plural. Man was originally created with physical and spiritual life. Please note: Only Adam, the very first man,…
Please open the Word of Truth to Proverbs 4:1-13. In Proverbs chapter four, God has established the importance of Wisdom — for our benefit. Everything that God does for mankind is for the benefit of mankind, especially the Believer. SPIRITUAL SELF-ESTEEM — MATURITY Sharing the Gospel of Christ in action and speech, living the Christian Life in obedience, and…
THE WONDERFUL WORDS OF CHRIST THE UPPER ROOM DISCOURSE Please open your Bible to John chapter 13. In the Book of John, chapter 13, Jesus shared His last evening with His disciples and the experience is recorded for all generations of believers. In verses 18-30, Jesus foretells His betrayal by Judas. Then Judas goes away, out into the darkness of…
The Old Testament begins with man in the image of God (Genesis 1:26). The new testament begins with God in the image of man (John 1:14). At Christ’s birth, the wise men who worshiped Him brought gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh (Matthew 2:11). At Christ’s death, wicked men ridiculed Him, crucified Him, and gave Him a crown of thorns,…
FROM HEAVEN WITH LOVE This message comes from heaven above It’s written to you with all my love The Lord called me home, but your grief must change ‘Cause I no longer suffer sickness and pain Listen to my words and be of cheer As I tell you what’s happened since I arrived here I was immediately ushered before the…
PRAYER IS THE EXERCISE OF FAITH WHY PRAY? “I feel better when I pray!” “I feel better after I pray!” “Somehow I am reassured when I pray.” “Somehow, I know God hears me and He will do what is best!” These statements are perhaps how we all feel when we pray, and maybe the answer to “why pray” is no…
FOOD FOR THOUGHT, PRAYER AND MEDITATION “Love works no ill to his neighbor: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law” (Romans 13:10). Let us walk honestly in the day, not in strife and envying, but let us walk together with brotherly love and Christian Integrity. You cannot dislike a brother and pretend to his face that you love…
When the foundations of earth were poured On what were the footings formed Who set in place the cornerstone Who divided the waters from the land Who measured the way or the distance of existence Tell Me – if you truly understand; what is in your heart? You, Lord! It was you who did these things, and I was…
Run Silent – Run Deep by C. S. Craig 9/1/14 Read the silence – hear the view Laughing, weeping without you Silence runs deep – see the sound Read the silence – hear the view Laughing, weeping without you Run silent – run deep
Please open God’s Word of Truth to 1 Peter 5:5-11 and read these verses from your own Bible so that you don’t just read this study. The idea of Bible study is just that — study. Study of Scripture is for your edification and your own personal benefit — it is listening to the Holy Spirit as you study. Bible…
Open the Word of Truth to: 1 Thessalonians 2:10, which gives us three spiritual examples of our witness (the example we set) during afflictions: “HOLY”: spiritual — God-ward; “JUSTLY”: socially — man-ward; and “unblamable”: personally (quoted from H. L. Wilmington’s Guide to the Bible, page 406. Tyndale House Publishers, 1981 & 1984). Trials and especially suffering form a necessary discipline…
From generation to generation, history, vocabulary (word definitions and usage), education (or a lack of education), philosophy, new scientific discoveries, and technological advances all contribute to change the future and the history of the way we think and develop our intellectualism. Having said this, there is and always has been three basic systems of human perception: Empiricism – reality through what…
Part Two: Grace Awakening LEARNING God’s Word is imperative! It is commanded in Scripture. “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” (Romans 12:2) “Our inner man is being renewed day by day.” (2 Corinthians 4:16) “Be renewed in the spirit of your mind.” (Ephesians 4:3) “Man shall not live on bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out…
By way of introduction, Luke, who wrote the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, had a classical background. Luke was an exponent of Hellenistic culture. The first three verses of Acts are classical Greek, and the only illustration of Classical Greek in the new Testament. All of the New Testament writers were influenced by their culture and background…
You can be at peace with God, right now, right where you are: “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ (Romans 5:1). “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). Thank you, Father for sending Jesus Christ your only begotten Son to die in our place on the Cross….
Someone once wrote: “Who can understand the motives of love? Love does not do according to reason: love has its own reason for loving that even reason does not understand.” The Word of God is alive (living) and powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of the soul and the spirit, and of the joints…
Before you begin any Bible study, as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, be sure that you have named all your known sins (1 John 1:9) so that you will be in fellowship with the Lord, under the control of the indwelling Holy Spirit, who teaches us all things, and brings all things to our remembrance (John 14:26). If…
A SUMMARY OUTLINE Before you begin any Bible study, as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, be focused and under the control of the Holy Spirit, and take the time to absorb and meditate on the Word of God. If you have not yet decided to trust Jesus Christ as your personal Savior, then that is the only thing…
… a thought for prayer and quiet meditation. Think and listen: PEACE IN THE VALLEY No circumstance of life is greater than the Plan of God for the believer’s life. God’s Word in us, and sustains us under pressure. Our function as believers is spiritual growth through the inhale and the exhale of God’s Word (studying and meditating upon His…
History repeats itself because human nature is the same in every generation since Adam. National freedom in every civilization is dependent on two primary characteristics: virtue and respect. The rise from bondage to freedom and prosperity is a costly one. The fall from prosperity to bondage is even more costly. Everything in life has a price! Men must be willing…
Inspiration from God is subtle, but sometimes it can be a wonderful experience. Have you ever considered keeping track of your meditations? You must be on guard to recognize God’s Inspiration, against your own desires. WRITE DOWN YOUR MEDITATIONS — KEEP THEM AS A DIARY. REVIEW THEM OFTEN. Compare Scripture with Scripture; thought with thought. Pray often! Meditate in God’s…
Open the Word of Truth to: Matthew 28:1-8. The Resurrection Accounts of Jesus are found in Matthew 28:1-8; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-9; John 20:1-10. (This study is not exhaustive.) “Resurrection” is taken from a Greek word for resurrection which means “to stand up.” PALM SUNDAY TO RESURRECTION SUNDAY (Eight Days That Changed The World Forever). The greatest eight days in…
PRAYER IS TALKING TO GOD. MEDITATION IS LISTENING TO GOD. God communicates with man through His Word, by His Holy Spirit, by prayer and especially through meditation. “And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear” (Isaiah 65:24). “Call unto me, and I will answer you, and…
Withdraw into spiritual silence Kneel in your soul temple Sense the Lord’s Spiritual Perfection Behold the Lamb of God Take refuge in God’s Love Inhale God’s Eternal Breath In the presence of God’s Divine Glory – Linger and be still.
Respect and Love are two of the most important words in English vocabulary. Respect and Love are two of the most important words is any language. Respect and Love. If everyone respected God what would the world be like? If all men loved one another, what would our relationships be like? Here are just a few possible scenarios: there would…
A Brief Summary Commentary “Choose you this day whom you will serve (follow), as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord ” — we will follow wisdom. Think on this: Believing is intellectual! Wisdom is respecting God! Please turn to Ecclesiastes. Ecclesiastes is, in part, a biographical documentation of a King who had everything, but wanted more…
This study on the subject of dying grace. It is written for those who may be facing their own mortality — we all will, sooner or later. When you actually come face to face with your own mortality, life takes on a totally new perspective and death becomes more real to you than ever before. But, when confronted with death,…
THREE ESSENTIALS (Numbers 16:5) 1). Priesthood is commissioned by God. The Priesthood began with Aaron and was to be carried on by his natural sons (Exodus 28:1). 2). The priest was to be separated unto God (Numbers 18:1-8). 3). Only the High Priest was allowed to come into the Holy of Holies (come near to God). General Function of the…
There are many facts of life from the Old Testament, that must be understood by Believers in today’s world because these facts have direct application today, just as they did in Old Testament times. Hopefully this study will open your heart to be more receptive of the Books of The Old Testament, especially the first five books. Think on these…
A SUMMARY FOR STUDY — A SUPPLEMENT FOR YOUR EDIFICATION. The Mercy Seat – The Doctrine of Propitiation (God is totally satisfied with the substitutionary death of Christ for us). GOD IS SATISFIED! ARE YOU? INTRODUCTION – BACKGROUND DETAILS FOR OUR STUDY The object of this ministry is to exhort you as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, to…
“HE must increase, I must decrease.” JOHN 3:30-36 Every consideration that appeals to the ambitions of men is offered by the world, but sic transit gloria mundi (thus passes away the glory of the world). As we begin our study ask yourself — am I decreasing? What about promotion or success — how are you handling it? If success and…
As Time fills, we must remember the Jews are “Children of the Profits” (Acts 3:25). All believers are the family of God — Children of God (John 1:12). Through all the generations of man, God has a Plan. GOD IS PREPARING THE FUTURE OF HISTORY! Learn God! Learn the Future from the past! Watch Israel as the future unfolds according…
When it comes to a clear understanding and thorough presentation of Bible Prophecy, no scholar has produced a better resource than JOHN F. WALVOORD, in his book entitled: “EVERY PROPHECY of the BIBLE,” Chariot Victor Publishing, a division of Cook Communications, Colorado Springs, Colorado. WOTM recommends this important book on prophecy for every believer and Pastor/Teacher. The WOTM “Statement of Faith”…
Note: The following “Love Song” was/is inspired by “Song Of Solomon” available in Bibles near you. The Song Of Songs is literally sung and most deeply felt when Two become One in the arms of loving embrace. “Right Man and Right Woman” (husband and wife) are gifts to each other from God who brings them together for the purpose of…
When the believer really loves and appreciates the Lord, the believer is thirsty for God’s Word. The Bible is the Mind of Christ (2 Corinthians 2:16). If you want to think like Christ, then you need to know the Mind of Christ. The Mind of Christ is Divine Viewpoint. “Thirty minutes a day keeps the devil away!” (John 17:15-17) Thirty…
As he held her in his arms, she whispered – look for me there, kiss me there. Then, she crossed the finish line. The years have passed — the sun warms the earth As spring resurrection ends the winter curse Now his time has come And with his last breath he whispered — I’ll look for you there, kiss you there Then,…
Oh, wind, speak to me Why are you such a mystery Tell me what is it like to be Free as a breeze Oh, wind, where do you go Why do you intrigue me so Tell me do you ever stop blowing I’m sure your answer is worth knowing Oh, wind of restless wander Do you cause the lightning and…
As I Am – you died for me. As I meditate – you speak to my soul. As I study – you teach me and give me understanding. As I seek – you reveal yourself. As I search – you guide me. As I pray – you always listen. As I learn – your Word inspires me. As I breathe…
I’d rather be taught by a teacher Than preached to by the Preacher I’d rather one walk with me Than tell me where I ought to be Sermons give advise for everyone But, I’d sooner see it done My eye is a better listener than my ear Vision seems to make hearing more clear Originally written June 7th, 1997
There’s a place just down the road No one knows how far Where every soul must go No matter who you are There’s a place just down the road And no one can really state When they will meet the end of the road And shake the hand of fate There’s a place just down the road Where every name…
This brief look at compassion and forgiveness is critical to our relationships and learning to walk in Christ. This is only the first of many studies in compassion and forgiveness as we walk through fields of Grace together. Shame and hurt; shock and regret; remorse and denial; suffering and pain, are common experiences of life. We all have the same…
THE GRACE PLACE During our Lord’s incarnation, Christ was indwelt by God the Father and God the Holy Spirit. Jesus, as a child, learned God’s Truths as they were written in His time. Our Lord walked His path through fields of Grace and completed the Father’s Plan for the salvation of mankind. The Holy Spirit directed Christ’s footsteps (Acts 10:38)….
What is truth? Is the Bible God’s Word? How can we know with certainty? What did Jesus say about the Old Testament? The answers to these questions are the most important answers ever given to mankind. The information to follow is either absolute or a total fraud … you decide. And remember your future is at stake … you are…
Are you good enough to get to Heaven? How ‘good’ is good enough? If you can be good enough to please God, then why did God send His Son to the Cross, to die in your place? Many people believe that doing good deeds and trying every way they can to be a good person will win the (approval)…
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