3 edition of Bible Studies for Soul Winners found in the catalog.
April 27, 2004 by Preparing the Way Publishers .
Written in English
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SOUL-WINNER TRAINING GUIDE INTRODUCTION TO SOUL-WINNING 1 INTRODUCTION. When we speak of soul-winning, we are actually speaking of -leadingsoul.
We are leading people to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, so that they may put their faith and trust solely in His shed blood for the remission of their sins. It is the responsibility. Bible Book Studies The Gospel of John: The Great News The Gospel of John: The Great News - A Look at the Book Lesson 1 - The Public Ministry of Jesus Christ Lesson 1: Basic Requisites To Soul Winning Lesson 2: The Message Of The Soul Winner Lesson 3: Soul Winning Scriptures.
A book that reminds and teaches us how to be soul winners for Christ and how to bring others to him by his word and by being a good example among other things. It is insightful and forces a degree of introspection/5(). 16 Bible Verses about Soul Winners Soul ( instances) Topics on Soul Winners.
The Soul Winners Joy Psalm Verse Concepts. drought, spiritual Rest, Spiritual Names And Titles For The Holy Spirit Restored Joy The Soul Winners Joy You Will Rejoice In Salvation People Willing. Are you a soul winner or a pastor looking to equip the soul winners in your church. Home Bible studies are the most effective, proven method of spreading the Gospel.
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study 8 the master soul-winner WINNING THE LOST TO THE SAVIOUR by Francis Dixon During His earthly ministry our Lord Jesus Christ practised what He preached. For instance, He commanded His disciples to be soul-winners - look up Matthew.
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god's anointed soul-winning plan About 35 years ago I had the privilege to ordain into the ministry a man, who without a doubt, was the greatest personal soul winner of the last years. His name was Reverend Larry Beckmann, and he was the recipient, posthumously, of the World Services University of Excellence Honorary Doctorate for.
SPURGEON was, by his preaching and writing, one of the greatest soul-winners; and by his printed words he still continues to be the means of the conversion of many all over the world.
It is believed, therefore, that thousands will rejoice to read what he spoke and wrote concerning what he called "the chief business of the Christian minister.". Christian Books, Music, Bibles, Gifts, Home School Products - Good News Bible & Book Store - home - Question: "How can I become more motivated for soul winning?" Answer: Being motivated for soul winning is a good thing, but we must define some terms winning is a metaphor for evangelism, or witnessing.
As such, this is a good thing to pursue. The Bible calls us to evangelize. Accountability Report: An Update on My Garden & My Soul Today’s post is a long overdue accountability report. Way back in February, on a Front Porch Friday video, I took you on a tour of my vegetable garden, and the neglect you saw in my garden revealed my own neglected soul.
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9 Repeat winners. "Children's" and "Young People's" categories. "Fiction" "Fiction" and another category. "Nonfiction" and nonfiction subcategories. 10 Split awards. 13 External links. History of categories.
The National Book Awards were first awarded to four publications in May Contrary to that historical. Bible Book Studies The Gospel of John: The Great News The Gospel of John: The Great News - A Look at the Book Lesson 1 - The Public Ministry of Jesus Christ Every soul winner should memorize the following Scriptures and their related themes.
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Only $ Reg. $ The Bible also says, "He that _____ souls is _____" (Proverbs ). How can I be a soul winner. How can I catch men. How can I point people to the living God. In this chapter we will be looking at four examples of soul winning in the Bible so that we can better learn how to be soul winners ourselves.
1 Thessalonians Rejoice ever more. Luke And he said, A certain man had two sons: 1 Corinthians Sound advice from one of Church History's greatest soul-winners. JESUS CHRIST, THE MISSIONARY By A. Marchall. The Lord Jesus Christ is often considered as a preacher, a teacher, a personal worker, or as a healer.
Among all the various callings which may be attributed to Him, that of the missionary stands out pre-eminent. This is done through public teaching and showing followed by on-the-job training by the soul-winner-trainer and silent partner-trainee teams.
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Mindfulness and Meditation. Mindfulness is a catch-phrase these days and becoming a popular concept. It means not just going through the motions, it means taking pause from busyness, it means being present in the moment. Meditation is focusing on a particular object or thought or teaching.
Why are these becoming increasingly more popular? I assert it’s because if we take a moment to pause and a moment to look up, we see our hearts ache for more. Career, consumerism, accomplishment, and adventure are just a handful of the things we often wish would fill this void (but they just can’t completely do it). People long for meaning, for attachment, for love in its deepest, purest form. When people have opened up to me and shared what it has meant to them to learn of my diagnosis or when they have lost someone else to cancer I see the ache for “more”. The questions spill out, “am I living as I truly wish to be living?” “Am I making the impact or difference that I want to be?” “Are my energies being poured out where I want them to be?” “Does x, y or z really matter?”. And the biggest questions of all ---- “how can I get through life when it falls apart?” “What can I depend on?” “What is this life all about – the ancient question of the meaning of life.” These are universal questions. They are inside you and I waiting to be heard, waiting to be answered.
My oncologist told me last week that research has shown that 30 minutes of daily meditation increases longevity.* Meditation helps you live longer! These are not just catch-phrase concepts, they MATTER. I’m attending a workshop called “Hearing God”. It is teaching me to spend half an hour daily pondering scriptures. I read the bible, I bathe myself in the scripture and it becomes ALIVE. Hebrews tells us that “The word of God is alive and active…it penetrates.” I testify to this scripture, the words of the bible have become alive to me. The Holy Scriptures are my LIFELINE they call me to TRUST, they call me to BELIEVE. Exodus 34 God says, “I can be trusted”. Faith is trust. I am trusting that the holy scripture of the bible is true. Jesus asks repeatedly “Do you believe?” In Matt Jesus says, “Do you believe that I can do this?” then in John “Do you finally believe” that I came from God?
I read the scriptures and they speak into my life. Exodus tells the story of Moses. This man started off by asking God to please send someone else to do his work, because he is not equipped. (Sound familiar? – it does to me). But then this man leads the Israelite group of people out of slavery into freedom! I’ve just read how Moses was on the mountain talking to God. “The Lord came down in a cloud and stood beside Moses.” (Exodux 34:5, CEV) And God’s light shone so brightly that when Moses came down from the mountain his face glowed! Moses encountered God firsthand. Powerful!
In Matthew I’m reading about Jesus. Jesus blows me away. What I see at the end of Matthew is incredible. Jesus is approaching his time to die on the cross. He knows it. He goes to the
to plead with God for
his life (I’ve been there, I get it) he brings his buddies as support and they
keep falling asleep. I feel it,
seriously, when Jesus needs you, so desparately needs you, you fall asleep?! I feel Jesus’ loneliness. His support has left him. But it gets worse. They deny they even know him! He is rejected
not only by the Romans but by his closest friends!!! He is humiliated, He is tortured and
ridiculed. He has to watch his mother watch
him die. This is the passion of
Christ! And He is separated from God
himself as all the sins of the world fall on Jesus’ shoulders. This is a weighty unfathomable burden. (And
we haven’t even talked about his physical suffering.) THIS IS WHAT JESUS EXPERIENCED FOR OUR
REDEMPTION. Take a moment to sit
there. Let it wash over you. Let the cost of it soak in. We sing about Amazing Grace. Why is it so amazing? Because Jesus did this
for me a wretched lowly human! garden
Oh my GOD!
Jesus endured the exact opposite of what I needed to keep going when I was diagnosed with cancer. I needed to know I wasn’t alone, I needed to know I was loved, I needed to know I was cherished. Treasured. That someone saw my desperation and brokenness.
I needed LOVE, penetrating love!
Jesus took on the loneliness, abandonment, humiliation, rejection so I don’t ever have to.
Jesus says “remain in my love” (John 15:9)
My mom shared that she saw God’s love afresh when she had to face that her daughter might die and her heart longed for me to live. She then encountered the magnitude of the God’s love for her. My mom doesn’t want me to die; but God gave up his son to die for our sake.
My Dad has always loved me well. Lately he has shared more tender words with me proclaiming his love for me. He loves me immensely.
There is a song I learned in childhood which has lyrics “[God’s] love [is] like an ocean.”
As I was praying God communicated this to me:
“My love is an ocean. OCEAN! An Ocean!
Cheryl, you know how much your Dad loves you?”
“Yes, he’s made it very clear and I feel it deeply.”
“I love you vastly more. Your earthly father’s love for you is like a drop in the ocean.”
My God is LOVE.
MY GOD IS LOVE.
God’s banner over me is love. (Song of Solomon 2:4)
In Exodus 17 Moses won an epic battle. To commemorate the victory Moses build an altar and named it “The Lord is my banner!”. Then he says “Hold high the banner of the Lord!”
In the preceding chapters you read about words like this: “The Lord will fight for you. You just keep still.”() And “The Lord is my strength and my song and he has become my salvation; this is my God and I will praise Him, my father’s God and I will exalt him. “
And then I read in Psalms (27)
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Do you feel it? God the Father fighting for you in love? Fighting for you to be able to have life to the full.
Oh Lord, You are my banner that I wave victoriously!!!
Lent is tomorrow. Historically and traditionally I do not practice lent. But this year as I feast on what Jesus has done for me I am compelled to commit to keep meditating on the Holy Scriptures of the bible. My life depends on this! (arguable yours does too. And remember there’s science behind meditation increasing longevity?) I am choosing not to “give up” something for lent (this seems too reminiscent of the ‘rules’ Christianity seemed to historically teach). No this lent I choose to ADD in to my life meditation on the bible in order to push out the less important. What could be more lovely and worthy than meditating on Jesus?
This sort of mindfulness is absolutely vital. Keep adding in exactly what you want your life to emulate and naturally you’ll find the junk or trivialness and all that which doesn’t fit will simply get pushed out.
Consider this with me: What do you want more of in your life?
And if you love Jesus, take a fresh look at all he has done for you as we enter this season.
Much love to all you readers who take the time to read my words. I pray diligently that God will give me wisdom in my words, that I am not just sharing my heart but the heart of God as well.
(*I hope to track down this source to cite)


Easter isn’t just a single day on the calendar. For Christians, the whole week leading up to Easter Sunday is known as Holy Week. And it all starts with Palm Sunday, which marks Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem before his eventual crucifixion.
Palm Sunday is an important religious holiday in its own right. In case you’re wondering, it takes its name and imagery from the palms that were laid at the feet of Jesus to welcome him into the Holy City.
Christians around the world observe Palm Sunday in all sorts of different ways. But one thing they can all do is send out greetings marking this special occasion. If you’re looking for the perfect Palm Sunday message to send to your Christian friends and family members, here are some ideas.
Palm Sunday Greetings
Here are some original messages wishing people a Happy Palm Sunday.
- To all my friends: Happy Palm Sunday, Happy Easter, and Happy Spring!
- Palm Sunday is a great time to reflect on the true meaning of Easter. Have a blessed day!
- Hope you have a wonderful Palm Sunday and an amazing Easter!
- Happy Palm Sunday to all those who observe it.
- May you have a lovely weekend and a blessed Palm Sunday!
- Wishing you peace, contentment, and many blessings on this Palm Sunday!
- Happy Palm Sunday, everyone! I feel truly blessed to have so many wonderful people in my life!
- Sending you Spring greetings on this joyous Palm Sunday!
- Hosanna in the highest! Happy Palm Sunday, everyone!
- Happy Palm Sunday! Hope your weekend has been full of blessings.
- Wishing you all the best this Palm Sunday and in the days ahead.
- Happy Palm Sunday to those who observe it, and Happy plain-old Sunday to everyone else!
- Happy Palm Sunday to all! Hope you’re enjoying this beautiful Spring day!
- Just thinking about you this Palm Sunday, along with all the other blessings in my life. Hope you’re having a wonderful day.
- Warmest wishes for a peaceful and pleasant Palm Sunday.
- Have a great weekend and a wonderful Palm Sunday!
- Happy Palm Sunday! May Holy Week and Easter bring you many blessings!
- Hope you’re feeling fine on this beautiful Palm Sunday!
- Happy Palm Sunday to all! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
- May your Palm Sunday be truly blessed.
Here are some passages from the Bible that capture the spirit of Palm Sunday for those of faith.
- “The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!'”
- “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
- “Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the Lord!”
- “God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him.”
- “All things are possible with God.'”
Be sure to also check out this list of Easter greetings. It includes religious messages to share with people at this special time of year.


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The Whore who rides the Beast-- the whore being the great endtime city; the beast being the Roman Church. The whore rides on the back of the beast; the whore fornicates with the World Empire.
The great whore -- presumed to be the city of Dubai.
The scarlet colored beast -- is the Roman Church; the Vatican.
The ten horns -- ten catholic nations of Europe.
Revelation 17:9-- The Beast Empire will be headquartered in the city of Rome (city of seven mountains); eventually moves to the land of Shinar: Iraq-- presumably Babylon.
Revelation 17:10 (the seven kings)
--Five are fallen: Assyria; Babylon; Medo-Persia; Greece; Rome. All five empires were prophesied by the prophets.
--One is (#6): British Empire: current Anglo-Saxon world system. The system controls the world-- the take up from Rome.
--Other has not yet come (#7): Consisting of ten nations out of the old Roman Empire; to "continue a short space".
Revelation 17:11-- The endtime Beast System--666. The man of the beast is to receive a deadly wound some time after controlling #7; he is to rise from the dead as he will get his power from the beast that "shall ascend out of the bottomless pit"; then will be the eighth.
Revelation 17:12-- The ten nations only receive their kingdom when man of the beast comes to power: "one hour with the beast" (three and one-half years).
Close to the end of the three and one-half years:
"And the ten horns which thou sawest upon the beast, these shall hate the whore, and shall make her desolate and naked, and shall eat her flesh, and burn her with fire." (Revelation 17:16).


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These can be broken down into three main categories: These words originated from the system of church authority and organisation set up in the movement’s early days and which used a combination of a democratic approach within a defined statement of faith and a committee approach.Examples here would be “arranging brethren” (or ), “recording brother,” “ecclesia” and “fraternal gathering.” Common words such as “the gospel,” “the kingdom,” “hell,” “the devil,” “the world” and many more have distinct theological meanings.They sought to use words which did not carry existing impressions in the minds of non Christadelphians.The downside has been that it can seem strange and incomprehensible to those outside and in recognition of this there is a growing use of words Christadelphians historically would not use, such as “pastor” or “church.” In fact in the past Christadelphians were even reluctant to use the word “Christian” because of its association with other Christians whom they considered to be an apostasy from Truth and a common response to the question “are you a Christian” would be to ask what the hearer understood a Christian to be.A derogatory term used by John Thomas to refer to the church from which he left.One of their leaders was a man called Alexander Campbell who had many debates and disputes with him.
The gradually changing words and language of the community is of interest and also of interest is the type of words generally not used, especially those relating to the experience of being a Christian, such as “knowing God,” “relationship with God,” “being saved” and also a range of emotional terms relating to being guided or led.
It is taken from the King James version of the Bible, Ephesians 2v12, where it reads, “at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:” This phrase is mostly used in North America and Canada, because of an historical division where a large segment of Christadelphians did not amend their statement of faith in line with the majority leading to a division of the Christadelphian movement.
This is a phrase used to describe which facts are considered necessary to be believed to accept others as fellow believers (or “in fellowship”).
It is normally used in relation to a “statement of faith” such as the Birmingham Amended Statement of Faith.
A Bible reading plan composed by Robert Roberts which suggests reading two portions of the Old Testament and one portion of the New Testament each day.
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A reference to “A Guide to the Formation and Conduct of Christadelphian Ecclesias” written by Robert Roberts as a method of church organisation and structure, referred to sometimes in disciplinary matters.


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Gifts from God No. 5.
The world doesn’t bless humanity with purity, justice, peace, joy, enlightenment.
No! The world is off-centre, adrift, out of touch, out of control. Why were millions of people slaughtered in the last century alone? Simply because the world is constantly at war with itself.
It is the Christian Church that has taken centre stage on our planet. A brief glance at history proves it.
First, in Dictionary of the Christian Church, Frank E. Gaebelein writes, “Broadly speaking, it may be said that almost the whole of education in the Western world from the first until the nineteenth century was in one way or another Christian.”
Second, see the breathtaking spin-offs (not confined just to the West) – deliverance from superstition and fear of evil spirits, stable governments, founding of universities, world leadership in science and technology, promotion of basic human rights and worldwide spread of the gospel, together with the highest code of ethics known to man.
Third, world affairs demonstrate daily that only where Church influence remains unfettered is there true enlightenment, justice and liberty, including freedom from want and freedom of speech and religion.
God’s Church is central – and the world hasn’t even noticed!
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“The church . . . is not peripheral to the world; the world is peripheral to the church.”
– Ephesians 1.22 (The Message)
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If we talk about Jesus and Mary, relationship speculations have always been an integral part of the ancient holy texts and the bible does not seem to be on the list of the spared ones. From the times the analysis of the holy texts has been executed, one seems to tumble around the relationship that the savior shared with Mary. Some say she was his mother, others give rise to rumors that the saint was married to a woman of the same name and while the confusion seems to be everlasting, we can at least try to establish some crude facts on the table.
The canonical gospel narratives of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus mentions three prominent women, all of whom were given the very common name of Mary, during that time. This confusion of errors has led to one personality being conflated with the other, thereby leading theories that Jesus might have married his mother, Mary and not Mary of Magdalene. The gospels have named many individuals with the same name, but the following were the figures to get noticed :
- Mary, mother of Jesus
- Mary Magdalene
- Mary of Jacob (mother of James the Less)
- Mary of Clopas (John 19:25)
- Mary of Bethany (Luke 10:38–42; John 12:1–3) (not mentioned in the Crucifixion or Resurrection narratives)
Jesus to Mary
Mary, the mother of Jesus is defined with a background of being from Nazareth, according to the bible and Quran. Her miraculous conception, while she was betrothed to Joseph, through the Holy spirit is a classic Christmas story. Saints all over the world refer to her as the Virgin mother and stories of her appearances give hope to the common humankind.
Mary Magdalene is said to be a Jewish woman and traveled as one of the followers of Jesus, according to the four canonical gospels. She was a witness to his crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. She is mentioned by name twelve times in the canonical gospels, more than most of the apostles. Mary’s epithet Magdalene most likely means that she came from the town of Magdala, a fishing town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee.
The Gospel of Luke 8:2–3 lists her as one of the women who accompanied Jesus and helped support his ministry “out of their resources imply that she was comparatively wealthy. The same passage also states that seven demons had been driven out of her, a statement which is repeated in the longer ending of Mark. In all four canonical gospels, she is a witness to the crucifixion of Jesus and, in the Synoptic Gospels, she is also present at his burial.
All four gospels identify her, either alone or as a member of a larger group of women, as the first witness to the empty tomb, and the first to testify to Jesus’ resurrection and all these have led to Mary being known in many Christian traditions as the “apostle to the apostles”. These texts, which scholars do not regard as containing accurate historical information, portray her as Jesus’ closest disciple and the only one who truly understood his teachings. In the Gnostic gospels, Mary Magdalene’s closeness to Jesus results in tension with the other disciples, particularly Simon Peter.
In 1998, Ramon K. Jusino proposed a nascent argument that the “Beloved Disciple” of the Gospel of John is Mary Magdalene relying heavily on the Nag Hammadi Gnostic books. Dan Brown‘s 2003 bestselling mystery-thriller novel The Da Vinci Code popularized a number of bizarre ideas about Mary Magdalene, that she was pregnant at the crucifixion, and that she gave birth to Jesus’s child, who became the founder of a bloodline which survives to this very day. There is absolutely no historical evidence, from the canonical or apocryphal gospels, other early Christian writings, or any other ancient sources, to support any of these claims.
This Dan Brown work also claims that the figure of the “beloved disciple” to Jesus’ right in Leonardo da Vinci‘s The Last Supper is Mary Magdalene, disguised as one of the male disciples while the art historians maintain believe that it is actually, the apostle John, who appears feminine due to da Vinci’s characteristic fascination with blurring lines between the genders, a quality common in other works too like St. John the Baptist .
According to Ross King, an expert on Italian art, Mary Magdalene’s presence at the last supper would not have been controversial and Leonardo would have had no motive to disguise her as one of the other disciples, since she was widely venerated in her role as the “apostle to the apostles” and patron of the Dominican Order, for whom The Last Supper was painted.
According to the gospel of Philip too, Jesus may have been married to Mary Magdalene. In the Gospel of Philip, Mary Magdalene, who is referred to as Jesus’ koinonos, a Greek term for “companion” or “partner,” is depicted as being closer to Jesus than any other apostle. The only other close evidence to support this is a mention of Jesus kissing Mary often, but some say kissing was a tradition and was a practice Jesus had with people close to him.
While it is often said that truth sounds strange than fiction, it often lies what truth really means to each one. Let’s speculate and comprehend, until next time.


International Report:Apostolic Visit To Madagascar May 2010
On May 12, 2010, IMPACT Apostle Harley Ithier from Mauritius conducted a very successful 12 day follow-up apolstolic outreach to Madagascar hosted by IMPACT Apostle Jocelyn Ranjarison in Antananarivo. Here is his report...
International Report:South Korea
Apostle John Eckhardt, accompanied by one of the IMPACT Network apostles Gary Pleasant, recently ministered in a conference in Seoul, South Korea hosted by Dr. Tae-Jin Kim, President of Agape Theological Seminary....
International Report:Crusaders Disaster Response Team:
The members of Crusaders Church have been deeply moved by the difficult circumstances encountered by the people of Haiti due to January's earthquake. We count it a privilege to assist in whatever way we can as an expression of Christ's love through us for the Haitian people.
International Report: Amsterdam, Holland & Dublin, Ireland
Apostolic Gatherings January 2010
Apostle John Eckhardt was the keynote speaker January 29-31, 2010 at IMPACT Network Apostolic Gatherings in Amsterdam, Holland and Dublin, Ireland. Ministering with him were IMPACT leaders Apostle Axel Sippach and Apostle Gary Pleasant...
International Report: January 2010 Apostolic Visit to
Apostle Harley Ithier, IMPACT Network's Representative for Mauritius, made an apostolic visit to Madagascar in January 2010. Madagascar, is a republic in the Indian Ocean, separated from the southeastern coast of Africa by the Mozambique Channel.
International Report: Curacao - National Apostolic Conference
Apostle John Eckhardt with an apostolic team recently returned from the beautiful island of Curacao, in the Netherlands Antilles, just off the coast of Venezuela. Read the report and see the photos of their tremendous time in this small, but very strategic island.
International Report: India
Apostle Eckhardt and an apostolic team from Crusaders Church were ministering in a conference in northern India this past October. Here is a brief report with photos of their trip from two of the team members.


Family events, kids activities and parenting resources in the Tallahassee area!
10/31: Trunk or Treat at Genesis Church
Trunk or Treat is a fun, safe alternative to traditional Halloween festivities. Everyone is invited to attend the Genesis Church Annual Trunk or Treat event on October 31st at 7:00 p.m. There will be games, candy, prizes, and more! Kids will receive a ticket that can enter them into a drawing to win a Nintendo DS Prize Pack! We look forward to seeing you there!
Hours: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Genesis Church 4070 Mission Road, Tallahassee, FL, 32303


“Christ has no body now, but yours. No hands, no feet on earth, but yours. Yours are the eyes through which Christ looks compassion into the world. Yours are the feet with which Christ walks to do good. Yours are the hands with which Christ blesses the world.”
Sundays 9:30 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II, with music
Family Worship 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month, 9:30 AM
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
446 Hamilton St.
Southbridge, MA 01550


In the strength of the Lord the children of Israel entered the land of Canaan sweeping the wicked from before them. The Lord counseled them to refrain from social exchange, worship of their false gods, and to not intermarry amongst them else their way would have snares, traps, and scourges (Joshua 23).The Israelites fought bravely for they had faith and were, at that time, righteous.
"The Saints today also face a world intent on their spiritual destruction. Canaan has long passed from the earth, but Satan, who incited Canaan’s wickedness and opposition to Israel, is still determined to destroy those who follow the Lamb of God (see 1 Nephi 14:12–14). Sometimes modern Israel may feel apprehensive as they see the impending judgments drawing closer and closer. Modern Canaan will be destroyed in preparation for the establishment of a worldwide Zion, and this destruction is not pleasant to contemplate. Elder Ezra Taft Benson used two passages from the book of Joshua to counsel those who feel anxiety as they contemplate the future.
“Now during this critical period, and it is a critical period that we are passing through, I hope that we will keep ever burning in our hearts the spirit of this great work which we represent. If we do so, we’ll have no anxiety; we’ll have no fear; we’ll not worry about the future because the Lord has given us the assurance that if we live righteously, if we keep his commandments, if we humble ourselves before him, all will be well. I turn to two passages of scripture today which I’d like to read:
“‘. . . Be strong and of good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.’ (Joshua 1:9.)
“This was the Lord’s admonition to his son, Joshua, encouraging him to trust in God. Joshua answered that admonition in counsel to his people in these words: “‘. . . choose you this day whom ye will serve; . . . but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.’ (Ibid., 24:15.)
“Embodied in these two passages of scripture are the two principal essentials for security and peace: first, trust in God; and second, a determination to keep the commandments, to serve the Lord, to do that which is right. Latter-day Saints who live according to these two admonitions—trust in God and keep the commandments—have nothing to fear.
“The Lord has made it very clear in the revelations that even though times become perilous, even though we be surrounded by temptation and sin, even though there be a feeling of insecurity, even though men’s hearts may fail them and anxiety fill their souls, if we only trust in God and keep his commandments we need have no fear.” (In Conference Report, Oct. 1950, pp. 145–46.)" (from the gospel student manual OT).
Sometimes when faced with problems or adversity we see the problem this way:
I have found this truth to be the case in my own life. As we've been here in California looking for work I've been at times hitting my head against the wall wondering why it isn't working.
At the first I thought we wanted to go to a big international city to do cool architecture. That wasn't working and in a blessing the Lord said 'nope' that would make you miserable.
I wasn't too happy about that answer for a while. Then I figured ok, I'll apply to firms state side that interest me in Boston, Philly, Chicago, etc. Again that didn't pan out and in another blessing the Lord said 'nope again' that would also make you miserable.
Wasn't too happy here either. I was to 'go to Nazareth' and then come forth from there with skills, faith, and an intact family. Lest we forget the derision the Jews had for Jesus when they learned he came from Nazareth, "no good thing cometh from Nazareth;" obviously not a worldly, glamorous place doing cool architecture on glossy magazines.
But as I've turned more and more to the Lord and really listened, and really wanted what He wants things have been working out. It isn't in any way what I or we may expect, but it is right and will bring us the most joy.
How can we develop the courage and faith the Lord repeatedly told Joshua about?
What difference has it made in your family?
How can turning to the Lord help solve the problems that come our way, instead of doing it ourselves?
Originally posted by Sonian in Manhood, Fatherhood, Priesthood: A forum of Advice, Insights, Council, and Loving Support on Sunday, 18 April 2010
(23 April 2010) Troy -- It's been my experience that we develop faith through exercising it. I know that sounds circular, but so is learning to swim by jumping into the pool. Faith-building experiences can be no less frightening as well. Courage is acting even though your afraid to do so.
Several times in the last decade we have "jumped in headfirst" following what we perceived as personal revelation. There has often been a sense of "Oh, my! What have we done?!" which makes me question whether the revelation was perceived accurately. But enough of these situations have worked out (often miraculously) that it's given us the faith and courage to confidently expect the others will too. Even the outright failures (from a worldly perspective) have been for our good.
As I learn self-confidence, Father keeps taking us from one faith-building experience to another, climbing higher and higher. I've also learned in the last year of school to not only turn to the Lord, but also turn to those the Lord sends me to help. I'm paradoxically over-reliant on the Lord and fiercely independent at the same time. So this year Father's been teaching me humility to bring them into balance.
(12 May 2010) Sonian -- Thank you for sharing this experience. I've recently been following my own perceived revelation to start my own business. It is a scary and uncertain undertaking and re-reading your testimony of faithful obedience reassures me that the Lord is with me, and us, and all things will work to our good.


Baptism is celebrated at:
Baptism class is required to be attended by at least one parent, preferably both.
What is Baptism?
Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit and the door that gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission. Baptism erases original sin and serves as the gateway to the sacraments. It is necessary for salvation by actual reception, or at least by desire, and is validly conferred only by a washing of true water with the proper words. Through Baptism, men and women are freed from sin, are reborn as children of God and are incorporated into the Church.
Instruction on Infant Baptism by the Sacred Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.
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In 1950, the spiritual administration of the southern parishes of Negros Occidental was transferred from Recollect Missionaries, who served the mission field for more than fifty years, the Columban Missionaries of the Society of St. Columban (SSC).
The Columban missionaries were assigned to the various parishes, one of which was at the St. John the Baptist Parish, Ilog, Negros occidental. In their evangelistic crusade, the Columban missionaries established schools, usually built beside the parish convent for their apostolate work.
The vision-mission of these schools provides a solid and well-rounded education which is the harmonious blending of moral, intellectual, social and physical capacities of the individual. Religious instructions based on Catholic doctrines were given to the students to complement their academic and extra-curricular activities.
In 1959, Reverend Father Thomas Geraghty, along with Reverend Father Brendan O’Connell, worked hard to establish a Catholic School in Ilog. The permit to operate was granted by the Ministry of education to open the first year classes.
Classes were conducted in the classrooms constructed on the lots donated by the family of ex-Mayor Lauro Tagamolila and the family of Dominador Ponce, Sr. Succeeding years were opened, thereafter and the final recognition to operate a complete secondary course was given in 1964. On the same year, the first batch of graduates walked on stage and received their diploma.
The school directorship shifted hands whoever was assigned as parish priest. The pioneering parish priest who served as school director included Reverend Father Thomas Geraghty, Reverend Father Brendan O’Connell, Reverend Father Robert Burke, Reverend Fasther Michael Geohegan, Reverend Father Jeremiah O’Connor, Reverend Father Michael McShane, Reverend Father Thomas shaunessey, Reverend Father Paul Richardson, Reverend Father Patrick Hynes, Reverend Father John Doohan, Reverend Father William Heifferman and Reverend Father McNaughton.
The first school principal was Nenita Javellana (1960-1961), She was followed by Teresita Antonio (1961-1962), Mercedes Damian (1962-1966), Manuela Tia (1966-1975), Angelina Pico (1975-1976), Susanita R. Libo-on (1976-2008), Melanie C. Paglomuta (2008 – 2011), Angeles Gustilo (2011 – 2013). The present Principal is Mamerto O. Calderon who started serving the school in 2013.
In 1978, Diocesan priest came to integrate with the Columban Missionaries in the South. Among those who had been assigned to Ilog were Rev. Fr. Jose Ma. Cadungon, Rev. Fr. Tranguilino Nacional, Rev. Fr. Alilano Antenero, Rev. Fr. Custodio Ananoria, Rev. Fr. Ramon Florete, Rev. Fr. Vincent Chua, Rev. Fr. Ramon Olam, Rev. Fr. Richard L. Lachica is the present parish priest and school Director.
During these years, renovations were done in the library, the stage, and the three classrooms. Kindergarten school was established. Water system was installed as facilitated by the alumni association. Basketball court was put in place and one big classroom was annexed to the science laboratory.
In 1984, the Columban mission ended and the administration of the parishes was finally turned over to the diocesan clergy. More improvements were made sometime in 2008 for better facilities.
Renovations were made in the TLE building with complete facilities, offices of the principal and the cashier, science laboratory room with additional science apparatus with donated tables by the alumni association and students’ comfort rooms.
A two-room kindergarten building was constructed. An air-conditioned computer room equipped with 25-units PC was installed. Additional PC units were available in the principal’s office, cashier’s office and faculty room with internet access for educational purposes. ICHS is a WiFi Area.
At present a new administrative building was constructed and a 2 classroom intended to cater the Senior High School Students. To provide safety and security to the students, the school perimeter fence is undergoing construction initiated by the alumni association.
After fifty years of providing excellent education and moral formation, ICHS moves on to the next fifty years.


Hope Groups are our small group gatherings and are a vital part of our church community. These meet regularly and exist to provide a place for connection, care and discipleship.
We have a diverse range of groups available for people in varying stages of life, from singles to families, younger to more mature, interest based and more.
Please contact us if you would like to join a Hope Group or start one.
Ages 2 - 5
Echo is our fun-filled program for 2-5 year olds. Our leaders will work alongside your family to ignite that first flame of faith for your young ones. Your children will play together and learn about Jesus and what he has given to us. We want to see your children with their arms raised to God, living with the Holy Spirit and full of child-like faith.
Ages 5 - 12
Hope Kids is all about empowering and equipping your kids to live out the life God has planned for them. We encourage and equip your kids to live a life of worship, enabled by the Holy Spirit and full of faith. Our lessons include praise and worship, fun games and teaching about Jesus.
Ages 9 - 12
War Room has been created to empower your children to live a life of worship and to step into their own personal War Room. Being fully spirit led, stepping out, taking leaps of faith and seeing God come through for them. The result are kids who step up and step out in God and all they have been created to be.
Ages 13 - 19
HC YTH is the youth expression of Hope Chapel. We meet on Friday's during the School Term from 7-9pm at our Hamilton location and in our Sunday services. This ministry seeks to see Christ culture influence youth culture and for our young people to be inspired to live for a cause greater than themselves! Think church done youth style; youth bands, dance battles, ridiculous challenges, food, prizes, testimonies, messages, socials and school outreaches! Make sure to send your 13-19 years in our direction!
Be a part of building something beyond yourself, something that reaches into the generations to come. Contact our team and let us know how you’d like to serve the church.Register to serve


A miracle in medieval Amsterdam
Amsterdam is sometimes called the ‘Miracle City’. The Dutch capital has not earned this name on account of its permissive image, but because it has been a place of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages. According to tradition, on 15 March 1345, a man lay seriously ill in his house on the Kalverstraat. Thinking he was about to die he called for a priest to administer the last rites, including the Blessed Sacrament. After receiving the host, the man became sick and finally vomited and gave up the Holy Eucharist. As was the custom, what he had brought up was thrown on the fire. The next morning the Host was discovered undamaged in the ashes. It was put into a box and taken by a priest to the parish church (the present-day Oude Kerk), but on two occasions miraculously The Holy Host made its way back to the house on the Kalverstraat.
Start of a tradition
This was the beginning of the tradition known in Amsterdam as the Miracle Procession, since people had taken it as a sign that they should spread word of what had happened. Some years later a chapel was built on the site of the miracle. The veneration of this mediaeval miracle meant that Amsterdam became an important centre of pilgrimage and people came from far and wide to take part in the large and magnificent Procession
Each year, the week of celebration of the Miracle begins on the Wednesday after the 12th of March. From Wednesday till Saturday, Holy Masses of devotion are celebrated in the Beguinage. But the big yearly manifestation is still the Silent Procession, held on Saturday night until Sunday morning. Pilgrims travel in buses from all over the Netherlands to the centre of Amsterdam. They first participate in a Mass in one of the parish churches of Amsterdam and later take part in the Silent Procession at different times in the night, following the route. The main characteristic of this ‘walk’ or procession is the fact that it is done in silence, without loud prayers or songs and without clerical vestments or other religious attributes. It takes about an hour to complete the walk and it is done between midnight and four o’clock on Sunday morning.
People from Leiden also participate in the Silent Procession. The program starts at 20.00 departure Petrus church, followed by a bus trip to Amsterdam. In Amsterdam the Mass is celebrated and the procession will be walked in silence. Return in Leiden between 01.30 and 02.00 The cost are €10,- and registration can be done at www.stilleomgamgleiden.nl (button “inschrijven”, “insstapplaats” = city of departure), or with the lists in the church. For more information contact Willem Bakermans, email@example.com telephone 0651421079.


This drop of rain glorifying God reminded me that He created me to glorify Him. As this drop of rain will soon fall to the ground no more to be remembered by its place, soon (though not for scores more years, Lord willing) I will perish from this earthly home and in a few generations will no more be remembered by this place. All the more reason to reflect Him so that His truth will be passed on through the generations. This tent is for a moment. He is forever.
Psalm 103:14-16, 17-18


Welcome to John XXIII Montessori Children’s Center
“Help us, O God, to enter into the secret of childhood, so that we may know, love and serve the child ..." – Dr. Maria Montessori
Founded in 2003, John XXIII Montessori Center in Front Royal, VA offers multiple programs and sessions for children ages 18 months to 12 years. We facilitate the intellectual and personal growth of the child while fostering a deeper relationship with the Good Shepherd through our:
- Three-morning academic program for children ages 3-12, Tuesday -Thursday.
- Full-day options for students ages 5-12 on those same days.
- Once-a-week Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Atrium program for toddlers through age 12.
We invite you to learn more about our philosophy of education, vibrant Children’s Center and program offerings by exploring our website and scheduling a visit to meet our staff, children and families who grow and learn as a community.


Welcome to Gathering Nations International Rassemblement Des Nations International website.
It is our hope and prayer , as you come to know our hearts, you will be greatly blessed and encouraged to witness the power of the Father's love and grace to all nations. We are focused on biblically based reconciliation, healing and unity between First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. We believe once the relationships between binomo the original peoples of the land establish a right relationship with our Lord God Almighty, and our people are healed and released from a negative past then our relationship with all others will be made restored , healed and our people will take their rightful place and that a spiritual governmental authority will be established in our nation.
Louise and I, Kenny will forever be grateful to many who have recognized our call to the nations, and who have chosen to walk along side us in this journey. We hope as you acknowledge our vision and mission to influence and effect life-giving change, in all aspects of society, as expressed in the articles of our charitable organization and in our faith in Yeshua, our Lord Jesus, that you will partner with us to achieve this shared future.
As you turn these web pages, may you find not just updates or information on what we are doing but more specifically , that you will be encouraged, built up and released to move forward in your own vision and mission to go the nations with the message of hope in Jesus.
We invite you to partner with binomo india us in bringing hope and long lasting change to the lives of the people we have an opportunity to serve.
We can achieve an improved and shared future for us all. All peace, prosperity and blessings from above, be upon you all in Jesus' name.
Instructions for using our new web site:
To reach the pages on our site, use the drop-down menu buttons above - to reach our Contact page for example, move your mouse over the Home button then select Contact Us in the menu that appears. Alternatively you can search for pages with the 'Find' panel to the right, or view the Sitemap from the main menu. You can also make text larger binomo promo code or smaller by clicking the icon to the right of the menu buttons.
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A ministry, under the direction of missionary Gilbert Vargas, to provide funds for high school-aged Spaniards to experience a year in an established Christian school and local church in the USA.
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25 days! I’ve had a few close calls, but I’ve managed to keep this up for 25 days straight! Not necessarily a huge accomplishment, but its a good milestone to have under my belt
So to celebrate, today’s photo is of something that is of great importance to my life. The basis for who I am is my faith in my Saviour, Jesus Christ. If not for Him, I would not be who I am. I won’t preach at you, but I do want you to know that fact about myself. I’m not into “religion” but a relationship with Jesus. Feel free to ask me anything about that, and I’ll give you candid, honest answers.
I chose the book below, as it is written by the person I was named for, and because my life verse (11:29) is found in this book, “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”


Book Critique of How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
Book Critique of How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth is authored by Gordon Fee and Douglas Stuart who, throughout the whole book, endeavor to equip readers with better scriptural interpretation skills. The book is well supplied with concepts that are applicable to every believer, their level of theological insight notwithstanding. Both theologians and seasoned theologians find this book handy in their bid to understand the Scripture. Providing an easy-to-read guide to the Scripture definitely makes the Bible more accessible to layperson who would find it more challenging to understand the Scripture.
This book discusses historical as well as eternal aspects of the Scripture while paying particular attention to the methodology used by God in his communications with humans. It also outlines the need for Bible readers to have a clear understanding of the characters in the Scripture and cultural and geographical environments which they operated under. In addition to the biblical commentaries provided by the authors in the appendix, they underscore the need of utilizing Biblical dictionaries and encyclopedias in order to have a better understanding of the Scripture.
The first chapter of the book outlines the challenges that modern interpreters face. Fee and Stuart argue that the plain meaning of the Scripture is normally altered by what the reader imports into the text as well as the nature of the scripture itself. In chapter two, the book gives a brief and informative attention to Bible translations. They provide a table that puts various Bible translations on a spectrum right from “formal equivalence” to “functional”, and to “free equivalence”. Notably, Fee and Stuart seem to prefer some Bible translations to others, and go ahead to share their preference with the readers. Nevertheless, the authors advise readers to embrace the use of several translations so as to have a wide range of interpretive possibilities.
The major theme of the authors’ work is examined from chapter three to thirteen where they discuss how Christians become faithful with regards to the reading of the Bible. These chapters are designed according to the writing genres that readers will encounter while reading the Bible. In each chapter, they arm the reader with exegetical tools as well as hermeneutical guidelines to help them read and understand the Word of God. Chapters 3 and 4 discuss the epistles which are considered to have hermeneutical difficulties. This is followed by the Old Testament narratives in Chapter 5 which they consider as Christian’s spiritual story as much as they concern Israel. The book of Acts is entailed in Chapter 6 where the question of historical precedent is addressed. In Chapter 7, the authors give attention to the Gospel which demonstrates the depth and complexity of the Scripture. Chapters 8, 9 and 10 explain how Christians can read the parable, law, and prophets respectively. Psalms and Wisdom Literature are discussed in Chapter 11 and 12 respectively, while Revelation is analyzed in Chapter 13. The authors conclude the book with an appendix where they suggest a number of modern commentaries that can be of great importance to Bible readers. Such statement would rather be omitted in favor of objective discussions that would give benefits as well as pitfalls of every version under consideration.
The main purpose of How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth is to equip its readers with skills to enable them handle the Scripture knowledgably. The authors’ major goal is to carefully guide the reader to have a proper understanding of the Scripture with regards to the two levels of interpretation: exegesis and hermeneutics. Fee and Stuart define exegesis as a careful as well as a systematic study of the Scripture in order to discover the original meaning that was intended by the writer. On the other hand, hermeneutics refers to the relevance of the ancient text in the modern world. The authors use hermeneutics to seek the contemporary relevance of the ancient scriptures.
The relevance of this book to the readers is clearly expressed through the authors’ emphasis on the fact that “one does not have to be an expert” in order to be able to undertake basic tasks of exegesis. This statement allays the perception that the interpretation of the Scripture is a preserve for the clergy. The authors encourage laymen not to fear the interpretation of the Scripture and provide several reasons for this. The foundational understanding that is provided by the explanations given by the authors is essential as it also outlines the challenges that individuals may meet while attempting to mine the depths and the secrets of the Scripture.
Throughout the book How to read the Bible for all Its Worth, Fee and Stuart emphasize analyzing the historical as well as the literary context in order to have faithful exegesis. The book teaches readers how to make a proper use of context in order to avoid misinterpretations of the Scripture. Normally, poor exegesis and unfounded doctrines result when a particular passage or statement from the Bible is interpreted without taking into consideration it’s cultural, theological or/as well as historical contexts. For instance, while discussing the historical context in the Book of Revelation, the authors point out that the key to having the correct interpretation is based on one’s ability to understand the difference between the words “wrath” and “tribulation” .
In a hasty reading, the difference between the two words may appear to be minor. However, a good reader should be able to slow down in order to understand the reason why a particular Book was written and the intended audience. The meaning of the words is important towards giving the audience a deeper understanding into these elements. The reader should strive to understand the historical situation which includes culture, politics, and geography, the genre notwithstanding. The authors note that each Book in the Bible has a unique context with circumstances and situations that differ from that of other books. The epistles give another good example; most of these Books are “task oriented” and consequently address specific needs in the church. Therefore, in order to interpret passages in these Books and apply them correctly, one must recognize this need historically.
With regards to hermeneutics, the authors strive to guard the Scripture against off-the-wall as well as inappropriate applications among believers. One of the most extreme application-abuse in modern Christianity that hermeneutics seek to change comes from the relevance of the Old Testament laws to modern Christians. Unless renewed in the new covenant, several Christians assume that none of the laws as stipulated in the Old Testament is binding on them. On the contrary, Fee and Stuart argue that the Old Testament law still acts as the sufficient word of God even to the modern day Christians save for the fact that it does not act as the final moral code for all Christians. The authors advocate for “principlism” which states that the Old Testament principles stand for the “letter” of the law for today’s Christian . For instance, Fee and Stuart point out that with regards to the Ten Commandments, Christians should view “the Old Testament Law as the paradigm” which defines the expected full range of behavior. However, while making such consideration, Christians should “remember that the essence of the law is repeated in the prophets and renewed in the New Testament.
Hermeneutics enables the authors to emphasize that the meaning of the Scripture as well as its bearing on our modern life can only arrive at the interpreter without controlling the factor of intention of the original author. However, the definition of hermeneutics as offered by Fee and Stuart appears to be tee restrictive and narrow. Rather, it would be better for them to view the term as the overarching framework in which all the disciplines together with interpretive approaches should fit.
The three levels of interpretation is one of the most helpful sections in How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth. The three levels of narrative include the metanarrative at the top level, Israel’s redemption narrative at the middle level, and narratives of individuals and families at the bottom level. Notably, every Old Testament story comprises the three levels of narrative. Having a better understanding of this structure is important to exegesis and hermeneutics. It helps the interpreter to avoid drawing application straight from Old Testament texts. For instance, it would be irrelevant for a modern Christian to wish that God’s promise to Solomon in 2Chro7:14-15 would be the case for their land. This is due to the fact that Christians have a promise that is by far better than the one Solomon received. Although Christians have no earthly country, they have a heavenly country which is perfect and eternal.
Despite the strengths of this book, lack of Christ-centeredness at times weakens it at certain points. This statement does not refute the passion that Fee and Stuart have for Christ. The manner in which they analyze Bible genres in historical and literary context to obtain the original meaning for the original audience is commendable. Nevertheless, in their work, Fee and Stuart neglect the redemptive-historical context of the Scripture or the “metanarrative” as it relates to every genre. The authors clearly draw the significance of metanarrative in the Old Testament narratives; they categorically state that the atonement of Jesus Christ is the climax of the Scripture’s plot. However, they fail to carry over this “Christ-focus” to every genre. Consequently, the authors fail to apply hermeneutics at the gospel level in order to make the book “Christ-centered” rather than “application-centered”. Essentially, the main point of the Scripture transcends merely giving application to God’s people. It entails testifying to and exalting the work that has been done by God for His people through Christ.
The manner in which the authors discussed various Bible translations is arguably another fault that stands out prominently in this book. Their assessment of the translations seems to reject the NASB translation. They fault the manner in which (New American Standard Bible (NASB) translates from Greek and Hebrew. According to the authors, the resultant type of English is one that is “never written or spoken that way” and is often ambiguous. They advocate for Today’s New International Version (TNIV) which they refer to “as good a translation as you will get”. The authors argue that an individual who “regularly reads only NASB/NASU” may be “committed to an interpretation of the text” that may not have been the intention of Paul. Such comments are narrow and dubious; they seem to promote certain translations over others as further expressed in the statement that “TNIV reflects the best exegetical option.”
The goal for which How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth was published has considerably been achieved. Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of holistic reading of biblical passages in order to understand the overall content of the Scripture. The authors skillfully equip the reader with the necessary knowledge to understand the original meaning of Scripture and guidelines on how to apply them in this modern world. Essentially, this book would be useful for believers who can include it in their library of books on biblical interpretation. The authors’ contribution to hermeneutics makes this book significant to Christians as it safeguards them from unwarranted applications that normally arise from hijacking passages in the Bible. The extensive treatment of all genres of the Scripture, as provided for by the authors, is indeed beneficial to all believers, both laymen and seasoned theologians. Accessibility and conversational tone used in the book How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth makes it an attractive resource to various readers. Arguably, the book is adequate for lay believers but can be considered as a supplement to more voluminous expositions for seasoned theologians.
Fee, Gordon, and Douglas Stuart. How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth. 3rd ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2003.


Evangelicals and the Mother of God
The issue is quite simple: On this point, the founder of the Protestant Reformation, Martin Luther, wrote "one cannot from these words [Matt. The virgin birth continued to be a celebrated point of difference between mainline Protestants and their more conservative counterparts during the neo-evangelical renaissance after World War II. I however I want to suggest that there is a strong, almost overwhelming, biblical case for the Ever Virginity of the Blessed Theotokos. Such is well known to have been the practice of the inspired writers. Brom, Bishop of San Diego, August 10,
Protestant views on Mary - Wikipedia
But, in addition to other objections, many of the best interpreters, thinking it in the last degree improbable that our Lord, when hanging on the cross, would have committed His mother to John if He had had full brothers of His own then alive, prefer the third opinion; although, on the other hand, it is not to be doubted that our Lord might have good reasons for entrusting the guardianship of His doubly widowed mother to the beloved disciple in preference even to full brothers of His own. Cyril of Alexandria "the Word himself The Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew , which was probably written in the seventh century, states that the brothers of Jesus were his cousins. For the second opinion there is no ground but a vague tradition, arising probably from the wish for some such explanation.
A Protestant’s Defence On The Perpetual Virginity Of The Blessed Virgin Mary.
Description: If indeed the virgin mother of God is the link that unites Christ and humanity, it is hard to see why the virginal conception of Jesus, attested by Scripture, should entail an anesthetized delivery. John Chrysostom — defended perpetual virginity on a number of grounds, one of which was Jesus' commands to his mother in Calvary: Of Tertullian, I say no more than that he did not belong to the Church. Web Exclusives First Thoughts. The early Protestant reformers felt that Scripture explicitly required the acceptance of the virgin birth of Jesus , but only permitted the acceptance of perpetual virginity.


While talking to my sister-in-law the other day, I came to the conclusion that you must absolutely, positively, be crazy to do what God tells us to do.
Just think about it: the people who achieved the greatest exploits for God had to be c r a z y.
Abraham took his son on top of a mountain to slice his neck because God told him to.
Moses led millions of Israelites through the red sea with a stick because God told him to.
Jesus went into the wilderness for 40 days and 40 nights with no food or drink because God told him to.
There is no way that the natural mind could understand and obey those types of commands without being crazy. Continue reading


We are the only Independent Fundamental Baptist Church in the Irving area that uses the King James Bible.
Our address is 1405 West Pioneer Drive in Irving, Texas.
We are located between MacArthur and
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see families brought together and stay together.
Families For Christ" is our theme. We welcome all visitors
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St Martins URC
Welcome to our church - we invite you to look around and get a feel for our church. If you are not currently a member we'd like to take this opportunity to invite you to our Sunday Service. We hope you will have a warm and fulfilling experience with us as we worship and enjoy fellowship together at our services, events, and ministries. We hope that our website highlights the wide variety of worship, fellowship and service opportunities available.
Reverend Graeme Allan BD
Sunday Morning services are at 10.15am to approx. 11.30am followed by refreshments in the hall. Click here for information on upcoming services and events
Our Mission Statement
We are a Church of worshipping Christians aiming to reach out to our communities to make a difference for Jesus’ sake.
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How To Lead A Person To Jesus On A Napkin
Photo courtesy of @MaryBairy
I want you to imagine you are having coffee with a friend, neighbor, co-worker, classmate or family member.
You are talking about all kinds of very normal, everyday things.
If you are a student you are talking about your favorite teacher, your new job, shopping or going to college.
If you are an adult you might be talking about your kids, career or a much anticipated upcoming vacation.
If you are a guy you might be talking about sports or cars … or sports cars.
Ladies, I’m honestly not sure what you talk about while having coffee … possibly shoes, purses or how men stereotype you!
The point is you are having coffee and talking about all kinds of VERY NORMAL things and then all of the sudden the conversation takes a spiritual turn.
The person you are sitting with starts asking what you think about church,
the Bible or Jesus.
Has this ever happened to you?
What do you do?
Do you get nervous?
Do you ignore it?
Do you redirect the conversation as quickly as possible to a safer subject?
Or do you go with it!?!
This can be a scary moment for many of us because often we are not sure we know enough about the Bible or Jesus or our own faith to engage in this kind of spiritual conversation with a person. We feel like if we travel too far down this road we may actually mess up the message of Jesus!
Yet the Bible tells us in I Peter 3:15 “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”
I want to show you how you can direct that spiritual conversation with confidence and how you can invite a person into an adventure with Jesus
using only one verse!
You do not need to know 15 verses from the Old and New Testament.
Just this one verse.
For the wages of sin is death,
but the gift of God is eternal life
in Christ Jesus our Lord.
– Romans 6:23
Using this verse you can invite a person into an adventure with Jesus!
What you do is write out the verse and then spend between 3 minutes and 30 minutes, depending on how long you have, breaking apart all the words. By the time you are done it looks something like this …
And you can do this, by the way, on the back of a napkin!
This summer I shared this message “How To Lead A Person To Jesus On The Back Of A Napkin” in both Texas and California.
Both of the messages are available below.
So would you rather hear this message from Texas or Cali? Country or Surf? Belt buckles or surf boards? Cowboy hats or beanies?
Take your pick and learn how to lead a person to Jesus
ON A NAPKIN with JUST ONE VERSE!
“Surf Style” – Eastside Christian Church
“Country Style” – Community Bible Church
*** NOTE: You can find many different versions of leading a person to Jesus with Romans 6:23 on YouTube. You can also find many different graphics for this verse on Google images. I believe the first time I ever saw this verse broken apart like this was many years ago in a Navigators presentation. I have used this method of sharing Jesus many times over the years. I believe this diagram was first created by a guy named Randy Raysbrook. Huge thanks to Randy and the Navigators for this amazing tool. You can find more versions of this presentation and many other great resources by searching the Navigators website!
Blessings friends as you live a curious life and lead people closer to Jesus.
“Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven.”
– Matthew 10:32-33


Vision and Values
Reflected in Our School Mission Statement & Aims
That our Christian beliefs and values inform the things we do and achieve.
- To encourage children within an ethos of trust to reflect on their own values and faith in a supportive environment.
- To challenge, supportively, all children to reach their full potential, spiritually, intellectually, physically, creatively and socially.
- To enable children to develop high self-esteem and a sense of respect for themselves, others and the environment.
- To promote enquiring minds and a spirit of curiosity enabling children to be motivated, flexible and adaptable life long learners.
- To enable children to take some responsibility for their own learning and become self-motivated to attain their goals.
- To make our school a welcoming community for all, where families are encouraged to participate in school activities and in their children’s education.
- To develop and foster learning partnerships with our community.
- To provide a balanced curriculum that is stimulating, challenging, creative and of the highest quality which reflects our local community and has a global dimension; that is delivered by a committed team who ensure that learning is a positive and enriching experience for all.
Our Christian Values underpin the life of our school through policy and in practice. We look closely at one value a term in our Collective Worship (as a whole school and in class) and explore what it means to us as well as its Biblical roots and Christian teaching. These core values are embedded in our school life and are shared values that guide us as we work and grow together in our community.
WISDOM COURAGE CREATIVITY HUMILITY REVERENCE & RESPECT JUSTICE RESPONSIBILITY PEACE TRUST
FORGIVENESS THANKFULNESS HOPE PERSEVERANCE TRUTHFULNESS FRIENDSHIP GENEROSITY COMPASSION SERVICE


Master Arts Series
Each year, Church Street offers a series of presentations by a diverse collection of musical storytellers.
Next Master Arts Series Event:
Tuesday, January 28, 7:30 pm, in the Nave
Organ Recital:In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Louis Vierne (1870–1937), Church Street’s own organist, Edie Johnson, will present Vierne’s Sixième Symphonie pour Orgue, Op. 59. Composed in 1930 while he was organist at Notre Dame, this virtuosic masterpiece was Vierne’s last great contribution to organ literature. The work combines Classical, Romantic, and Impressionistic elements combined with colorful organ registrations and technical demands on the performer. Works by earlier French composers that inspired Vierne will round out the program.
- Sunday, March 1, 6 pm, in the Nave: Maryville College Choir with CSUMC Parish Youth Choir
An evening of choral music under the direction of Stacey Wilner.
- Holy Week 2020: Parish Adult Choir
Maundy Thursday Service (April 9, 7:15 pm in the Nave) and Easter Sunday (April 12, 8:30 & 11 am, with Tennessee Brass preludes at 8:15 and 10:45 am)


Nativity Christmas Cards
If you’re thinking about adding a new element to your holiday card list this year, why not throw some nativity Christmas cards into the mix? They’re cute, they have religious significance and they’re perfect for anyone in your life who loves Christmas carols and traditions. If you want to make your holiday card list more memorable this year, adding a nativity Christmas card can help you do just that.
What are nativity Christmas cards?
A nativity Christmas card is a type of Christmas card that depicts the birth of Jesus Christ in the manger. Nativity Christmas cards often have images of Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus surrounded by cattle and sheep. These cards are designed to remind you and your family of the true meaning of Christmas. Nativity Christmas cards come in many different designs and themes, so you can choose one that fits your personality and preferences. Here are some reasons why you should add nativity Christmas cards to your holiday card list this year:
- Adds religious significance to your holiday celebrations
- Reflects your holiday spirit
- Perfect for religious families
- Perfect for people who love the tradition of advent
- A nice change from standard cards
Are there any nativity scene Christmas cards on Boomf?
Boomf's nativity scene cards have a variety of designs. Some have a pop-up scene, while others have a miniature scene inside the card. Some cards have a traditional nativity scene, while others have a modern or humorous scene. There are also nativity Christmas cards for kids, Christmas carol lyrics cards, cards that represent a person's faith or religion, and cards featuring animals.
Christmas cards featuring nativity scenes are a great way to celebrate the holiday season. They are popular with people of all ages and faiths. Browse through our nativity Christmas card designs to choose one that represents you and your loved ones' interests and traditions.


Anonymous asked: How do I start a relationship with God? Like, I go to church and I believe in God, I just feel like I'm not doing anything and I don't know where I go from here.
hey! great question!
It’s so easy to feel like nothing is different. But you just have to keep in mind that the King of Kings, the creator of everything loves you and wants you to get to know Him. He loves us just talking to Him, just like any friend. He wants to know what is going on in your life. He wants to know what made you happy and what upset you today. He wants the absolute best for you and He wants to help you get there. It’s hard to detect what God wants for you. But you have to keep seeking Him. Find Him in everything and everyone you see. Love everyone as Jesus would. Celebrate your freedom in Jesus. You are loved unconditionally, you are forgiven completely.
Try join a small group in church, meet up with a few friends and have a bible study or a worship night. Try serve at the local church, it’s usually easier to get connected at a smaller-ish church. and it’s easier to have opportunities to serve and be involved.
Let’s pray tho,
Father in heaven, the one who loves us all. Thank you Jesus. We stand in awe of you. I ask for your presence to overflow in our hearts right now. Give us vision and wisdom to live for you. I pray that we glorify you in all we do. In every situation, every word, every movement. Lord take your place in our hearts. I ask for guidance and for your Holy Spirit to lead us into what You have planned for us. Help us to trust You and know that You are with us always. Thank You Lord, in your name, Amen.
Anonymous asked: What's your favorite bible verse?
My favorite verse is Romans 8.
That’s all one verse right?
My fav too from now!!
Its like all in a few lines
Oh my heart praise my Lord!!
Anonymous asked: when was the first time you understood deep in your heart God loves you ? can you share that moment? i haven't had that moment yet even though i know God is good to me.
Uh… You know when I said I was bad at talking feelings? I’m bad at first moments too…
I don’t really have a “first realization” moment.
I don’t have a conversion moment story either. I was one of those kids that grew up being trained in the way I should go and I haven’t departed from it.
I’ve confessed Jesus as Lord and believed in my heart that God raised Him from the dead. There was no potent “first time” that I remember though.
Same is true for knowing the love of God. It’s been a slow process.
I would advise certain people not to chase after a whirlwind moment. Sometimes God puts us flat on our face in awe of His power and love, but other times it’s a gradual growth of trust. Just like how you how to know your best friends. Day by day. Hour by hour.
I realize of God’s love when i started thinking about all the creatures God had created… angels, animals, plants… All that are creatures of God, then i focused just in my kind -humans- we are billions, without counting all the one who has passed the world before and with all of those creatures he choose me (also you) to stop being just a creature and becoming a child, now we are a son or daughter of God, you understand the meaning of being that.. We are a co-heritor with Jesus, now all things belongs to us, now we have power, now we are able to spend eternity with Him, and believe you wont give all that privileges to someone you wont love with all what you are!!
Hope it help you as it helped me
God bless you


Welcome to the Respect Life Ministry for St Ann parish. On the top, please see archived email blasts, sign up, and links to pro-life organizations and information.
- Forth Saturday Mass at St Ann for Our Lady’s Respect Life Intentions will be February 27 at 8am. Holy Hour of Reparation will follow in Church, and Father will lead prayer at the Planned Parenthood.
Spiritual Adoption of the Abortion Vulnerable
On the first Sunday of October, Respect Life Sunday, we started a parish-wide Spiritual Adoption of the Abortion Vulnerable program at our parish. Based on the theme of “Pray, Act, Give”, daily opportunities for prayer and monthly opportunities to act and give will be suggested.
For February, “GIVE” is to the work of Ruth Institute – Inspiring the Survivors of the Sexual Revolution. Please consider donating to their good work, and signing up for their email list too.
The suggested “ACT” is to use the educational program of the Culture of Life Studies Program for your family. Program material start at preschool through high school. The “Miracle of Life” coloring book is an especially meaningful way for a family to celebrate their unborn baby!
During this prayer campaign from October 2020 – July 2021, we invite you to PRAY – GIVE – ACT for the abortion vulnerable, offering your spiritual sacrifice to God for the salvation of souls. Here’s how it works:
1. PRAY daily with the provided prayer card, especially with your children. This prayer was specifically chosen to be appropriate even for young children to pray for the respect life cause.
PRAY monthly at Mass for Our Lady’s Respect Life Intentions on 4th Saturday mornings.
2. GIVE monthly to the respect life organizations suggested, which have been approved by Fr Reid. These organizations will also be recipients of our parish tithing.
3. ACT regularly with suggestions which will change monthly, usually coinciding with the organization featured that month.
Details for GIVE and ACT items in this campaign will be listed in:
- the parish bulletin & communications
- respect life email list. Please use form to the right to be added to the respect life email list.
- right here on the St Ann Respect Life blog respectlifestanncharlotte.wordpress.com
Inside the packet, you will also find a special gift and resource brochures to help you share the message of respect life. Posters will be up in the narthex on the first weekend of each month featuring the growth of an unborn baby throughout this campaign.
Let us pray!
“Jesus Mary and Joseph, I love you very much. I beg you to protect each baby in its mother’s womb. Please give the parents of these children the help they need to keep their babies strong and healthy. Amen.”


You've probably heard of the group of crazy lunatics otherwise known as Westboro Baptist Church (and channeling Linda Richman here, let me point out that Westboro Baptist Church is neither Baptist nor a church. Discuss.) They are the people that go around telling the world that God hates fags, soldiers, and well, basically everyone but themselves. They picket all over the place, whether at funerals, churches, businesses, etc. Recently they picketed in front of the Mars Hill Church at its Auburn campus. Mars Hill is pastored by a man named Mark Driscoll.
Anyway, in advance of the protest, Driscoll wrote an article on his church's website that can be found here. He did a better job than I'd ever claim to do of demonstrating that the Westboro people are false teachers and are deceived and wrong.
I just wanted to add a couple things. If nothing else, who knows, maybe someone will stumble upon this and they are wondering if it's true that God really hates everyone except His elect, and that the Bible preaches hate (which is what Westboro's website explicitly states).
If you are a nonbeliever or an atheist, I can at least understand where you might have gotten the false idea that God is hateful. Let me assure you, that is not the case. The God of the Bible is one of love, greater love than we can imagine. In fact, God literally IS love. 1 John 4:8 specifically says that. In a less direct way, the first few verses of Genesis allude to it as well. Tim Keller, pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York, talks about this in a sermon entitled "Before the Beginning," and describes how before we were even created, there was love. Anyway, you could write books and books and books on the topic of God and His love. In fact, many people describe the Bible as a whole as one big love story.
Another thing to mention is that in the article by Driscoll that I linked above, I saw a few people on a message board interpret his comments about Westboro's "crazy Calvinism" as a rejection of all Calvinist doctrine in general. That also is not the case. What Driscoll was declaring to be wrong was the extremist version of Calvinism displayed by the Westboro people, the belief that God actively hates everyone except His elect. That's not to say Driscoll is a Cavlinist- I honestly don't know- but his point in the article wasn't to debate Calvinism in general. It was to point out that this extreme version of it is not Biblical.
Finally, I don't understand their strange fascination with gays. Clearly their number one agenda is to tell the world that God supposedly hates fags. Their website is actually godhatesfags.com, in case they feared that people wouldn't know exactly what they stood for from simply perusing their website. Their logic is succinctly stated on their website as follows: "In Romans 1, the word "reprobate"is used to describe fags. Fags are reprobate. God hates reprobates. Therefore, God hates fags." So, in their mind, there you have it. Thankfully these Westboro people are a small minority. The truth of the matter is this. Forgiveness and eternity in Paradise are available to all. That doesn't mean all will be saved, but it does mean that there isn't one certain group of sinners that just "can't" be saved. Heaven will have murderers, liars, and adulterers (and that's just David). It will have people who struggle with vanity, selfishness, hatred, self-indulgence, homosexuality, jealousy, and every other sin. Why? Because we have ALL sinned. But for those of us that accept the free gift, all sin is forgiven.


"GAP ON TAP" IS THIS WEDNESDAY FEB 18TH 7-8:30PM
This weeks discussion, led by Christi Olsen, is "Feminism and Faith:
What does it mean to be a Christian woman in a consumer culture?"
Come discuss the intersection of faith and real life, in the upper room
at Snuffers at Preston Center. We will relax, unwind, and enjoy ourselves
while talking about meaningful issues where faith and real life collide.
Need childcare? Childcare is available for GAP on TAP as part of our
"Wonderful Wednesday" programs.
Please contact Carol Herrmann
)] to schedule
Snuffers Location: 8411 Preston Road Suite #112 Dallas, TX
UPCOMING GAP ON TAP EVENTS:
-Mar 25: Human being or human doing? Finding rest for your soul in a
-Apr 29: Plastic Shiny Jesus: How do we follow God in a world where
religion is marketed like a cheeseburger?
-May 27: The Problem of Pentecost: What do we do with the Holy Spirit and
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May Christ fill your life,
Rev. Nate Bostian
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