'God wants us to Listen.'

'God Wants Us To Listen.'

Psalm 81:8-10.

a) 81:8. Hear, hearken unto Me. God wants us to listen to Him.

b) 81:8. This Message is for God's People.

c) 81:8. God wants to speak to His People.

d) 81:8. We need to apply our will to listen to God.

e) 81:9. Do not possess any idol.

f) 81:9. Do not worship any idol.

g) 81:10. The Lord is the Lord our God.

h) 81:10. The Lord is our Deliverer.

i) 81:10. The Lord wants us to obediently by Faith open our mouths wide, and He will fill our mouths. This means two things, firstly, He will put in our mouths the Message to speak, and secondly, He will meet our needs as we obey Him.

(This QT speaks to me, God Wants Me To Listen to Him)

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'Afar Off.'

a) Genesis 37:18. There was a conspiracy to destroy a good man.

b) Genesis 22:4; Hebrews 11:13. We can see the beginning of our fulfillment from God.

c) Exodus 2:4. Moses' sister stood to see what would happen to him.

d) Exodus 20:18 & 21. The people stood in fear to see Moses' encounter with God.

e) Exodus 24:1; Mark 5:6. God told His People to Worship, even from there.

f) Exodus 33:7. From the dwelling area was the place for Worship.

g) Numbers 9:10. The Lord's People were still to keep the Passover.

h) Ezra 3:13. Was heard the sound of Restoration for God's People.

i) Nehemiah 12:43. Was heard the sound of Joy for God's People.

j) Psalm 10:1. Sometimes it seems like God is standing there.

k) Psalm 139:2. God understands our thoughts even from there.

l) Jeremiah 31:10. The Islands need to hear the Word of the Lord.

m) Jeremiah 46:27. Even from there God will save us.

n) Jeremiah 51:50. From there remember the Lord.

o) Matthew 26:58. Peter followed Jesus to the High Priest's palace.

p) Luke 16:23. In the torment of hell, one can see Heaven.

q) Luke 17:12. Ten lepers sought healing from Jesus.

r) Ephesians 2:17. We can still receive the Message of Peace.

(Through this Second one I realize that God works both near and Afar Off)

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Chris.

The words "far off" must be taken as relative. The Jewish people, in the Bible days, as well as in these modern days, had their dwelling places within walking distance of their place of Worship as they were to do no work on the Sabbath. The meaning of this "far off" in the Bible means that there needs to be clear distinction in every part of our life. The Life of the Believer's family, The Worship of the Believer, The Ministry of the Believer, there needs to be distinction of a clear nature in each part. The person who says that they sacrifice their family for the sake of "mission" or "ministry" is in clear disobedience to God. The person who does not Worship, but makes the excuse that they are "busy doing ministry" is also in clear disobedience to God. 

(Copied from Reverend Chris Harrison's Bible QT Notes, by Priscilla)

'The Call to Prayer.'

'The Call To Prayer.'

a) Colossians 4:2. We are to devote ourselves to Prayer.

b) 2 Kings 19:14-19. Hezekiah's Prayer:-

1-19:14 & 17-18. Hezekiah Prayed humbly, presenting facts before the Lord, not feelings or opinions.

2-19:15. Hezekiah knew God as King and Creator.

3-19:16. Hezekiah asked God to listen and to see.

4-19:19. Hezkiah asked God for Salvation and that God would be Glorified.

c) Proverbs 21:1; 20:24. Praying for God to direct.

d) Proverbs 16:2. Praying to God Who weighs people's motives.

e) Proverbs 16:3 & 9. Praying, committing our activities to the Lord.

f) Nehemiah 1:11. Praying for:-

1-God's attention.

2-Success.

3-God's compassion.

g) Nehemiah 2:4. Praying for the correct answer to give to people.

(Through this QT I want to respond to The Call To Prayer)

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'Pray Believing.'

a) Acts 13:3. For Missionaries, that God will do His Works through them.

b) Psalm 84:11. That God does not withhold any thing good from those people who love Him and fear Him.

c) Mark 1:40-41. For healing in the Will of God.

d) Psalm 51:17. Even though we may be broken by sin or pain.

e) Matthew 17:21. Together with fasting, to deal with our unbelief.

(This Second one encourages me to Pray Believing)

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Chris.

We should be very careful in the answers we give to people, especially when they ask us advice or counsel, formally or informally. We do not know all the thoughts of another person's heart, only God knows them. There have been many tragedies and difficulties because some people gave answers to other people simply from their own opinions, and not knowing the power and influence of their words over another person's life. The goal of the Counsellor is not to give answers, but to help people find their own answers. Pastors and Christian Leaders should always test Counsellors before they allow them to minister to God's flocks, then these Counsellors can be recommended. Gullible Christians need to be warned to stay away from untested "counsellors" and "prophets".

(Copied from Pastor Chris Harrison's Bible QT Notes, Typed by Priscilla)

'Committed to Follow Jesus Forever.'

'Committed To Follow Jesus Forever.'

a) Luke 9:23. Following Jesus:-

1-There has to be a desire on the follower's part.

2-Denial of self.

3-Daily taking up of the Cross.

4-Following Jesus.

b) 1 Corinthians 15:23. We live new lives by the Power of the Holy Spirit and the old way of life dies more day by day.

c) 1 Corinthians 15:19. Our hope in Christ is Eternal.

d) James 4:14. Life on this Earth is short.

e) 2 Corinthians 4:18. We have an Eternity to live for.

(Through this QT I am Committed To Follow Jesus Forever)

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'The Kind Of Life God Expects Us To Live.'

a) Ephesians 2:8. We are to remember that we are saved by Grace - it is the Gift of God.

b) Romans 6:22. We have been made free from sin and servants to God.

c) Romans 8:29. We are foreordained to be conformed to the Image of His Son.

d) Ephesians 4:1. We are urged to live a life worthy of the Calling we have received.

e) Romans 12:1. We are urged to give our lives as a living sacrifice to God.

f) Mark 12:30. We are urged to love God with all of our:-

1-Heart.

2-Soul.

3-Mind.

4-Strength.

(This Second one shows me The Kind Of Life God Expects Me To Live)

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Chris.

If we are True Believers, our life is not our own, we are Redeemed (bought) by the Blood of Christ and we now belong to God. We need to live as He wants us to live. Many True Believers live in countries where there is very individualistic lifestyle, people, even Churchgoers in some cases live as they please. If we are True Believers, we need to live in the way that is pleasing to God. 

(Copied from Reverent Chris Harrison's Bible Study Notes, Typed by Priscilla)

'The Holy Spirit'

'The Holy Spirit.'
a) Luke 1:35; Genesis 1:2; Job 33:4. Is Creator.
b) Genesis 6:3; John 16:8. Is Convictor.
c) Genesis 41:38; Exodus 31:3. Fills peoples' lives wonderfully.
d) Nehemiah 9:20. Is Instructor.
e) Psalm 139:7. Is omnipresent.
f) Isaiah 11:2-3. He is the Spirit of:-
    A-Wisdom.
    B-Understanding.
    C-Isaiah 40:13. Counsel.
    D-Might.
    E-Knowledge.
    F-Fear of the Lord.
    G-Discernment.
g) Isaiah 32:15; 44:3; Ezekiel 39:29. Is poured out upon us from on High.
h) Isaiah 48:16; 61:1; Acts 13:4. Sends us.
i) Isaiah 59:19. Is Protector.
j) Isaiah 59:21; Ezekiel 36:27. Is Indweller.
k) Isaiah 63:10. Is vexed by the rebellion of God's People.
l) Ezekiel 37:14. Is life giver.
m) Micah 3:8; Acts 1:8; Romans 15:13. Fills us with power.
n) Matthew 3:11. Immerses us.
o) Matthew 4:1; Acts 13:2; 16:6-7. Is Guide.
p) Matthew 10:20; Luke 12:12; Acts 4:31. Is the One Who inspires to speak.
q) Matthew 12:28. Is the One Who ejects evil spirits.
r) Luke 11:13; Acts 2:33. Is given to us by the Heavenly Father.
s) John 7:37-39. Is a remaining Source inside us that flows out.
t) John 14:16; 1 Corinthians 3:16. Abides with the Believer forever.
u) John 14:17. Cannot be received by unregenerate people.
v) John 14:26; Acts 15:28-29; 1 Corinthians 2:13. Is Teacher and Remembrancer.
w) John 15:26; 16:13. Is the Spirit of Truth.
x) John 16:14. Always Glorifies Jesus.
y) Acts 2:38; 5:32; 8:15. Is received as a Gift from God.
z) Acts 11:15. Comes in response to the taught Word of God.
a2) Acts 20:28. Makes leaders.
b2) Romans 5:5. Fills our hearts with God's Love.
c2) Romans 8:14; Galatians 5:18. Leads God's Children.
d2) Romans 8:15-16. Gives us confidence that we are God's Children.
e2) Romans 8:27. Has a mind.
f2) Romans 14:17. Is Joy Giver.
g2) 1 Corinthians 2:10. Reveals the things of God to us and searches the deep things of God.
h2) 1 Corinthians 6:11. Is Justifier.
i2) 1 Corinthians 12:7-11. Gives gifts to every True Believer.
j2) Galatians 5:22-23. Produces fruit in our lives.

(This one makes me highly value the Presence of the Holy Spirit in my life)
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Chris.

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth. Truth always brings freedom; this is what Jesus taught us. We need to live in the Truth and tell the Truth. We must face the Truth sometimes and allow God to work in our lives. If we make a habit of trying to cover over the truth that we cannot face, because of fear and shame, then we can never be free in Jesus. King David asked God to search his heart; he wanted the Truth because He desired to live to please God. Let us hate lies and live in and tell the Truth.

(Copied from Reverend Christopher Harrison's Bible Study QT Notes and Typed by Priscilla)

'God is a God of Restoration'

                                

'God Is A God Of Restoration.'

Joel 2:25-29.

a) The Background Situation.

    1-Joel 1:2-4. It was an awful experience.

    2-Joel 1:9. They had nothing to offer at the Temple. 

    For two reasons, the Priests were crying. One was spiritual - the condition for                worship. Two was natural - they were hungry.

    3-Joel 1:14-15; 2:12-17. It was a time for National repentance.

    4-Joel 1:18 & 20. Even the animals and wild animals were suffering.

    5-Joel 1:19. Lord, help us.

    6-Joel 2:1. Sound the alarm.

    7-Joel 2:6. Fear grips the people.

    8-Joel 2:7-11. This was the Lord's army of locusts.

b) The Promise of God.

    1-Joel 2:21-24. God's Love and Goodness for His People.

c) The Restoration.

    1-Joel 2:25. God says I will Restore.

    2-Joel 2:26-27. Never again will God's People be ashamed.

    3-Joel 2:27. Our Immanuel, God with us.

    4-Joel 2:28-29. The Promise of the Holy Spirit.

(This QT give me the confidence that God is a God of Restoration.)

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Chris

Let us pray for our nation to be restored before the Lord. As we come to His presence and trust the Lord's promise, surely He will help the nations to be rebuilt and restored for His purpose and glory through the power of the Holy Spirit. 

(Copied from Reverend Chris Harrison's QT Bible Study Notes and Typed by Priscilla)

'Jesus is the Word of God.'

 'Jesus is the Word of God.'

a) John 1:1. The Word in the Beginning. 

b) John 1:14. The Word that; Became Human; Living Here on Earth among Us, is Full of Unfailing Love and Faithfulness, is Glorious.

c) 1 John 1:1. The Word of Life.

d) Revelation 19:13. The Word of GOD.

(This QT reminds me that Jesus is the Word of God from the Beginning)

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'God is in Charge.'

a) Daniel 2:47. He is God of Gods and the Lord of KINGS. 

b) Daniel 4:17. He is the Most High who Rules over the Kingdom of this World. 

c) Psalm 72:11. All Kings will bow before Him. 

d) Psalm 82:1. God presides over the Heaven's Court. (Revelation 19:16.)

e) 1 Timonthy 6:15. He is the only Mighty God, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

f) Revelation 1:5. Jesus Christ is the Commander of all the rulers of the world. 

(The second one assures me that God is in Charge of all things.)

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Chris. 

Jesus Christ is the Word of GOD from the foundation of this world. God made Christ to be the offering for our sins. He Himself comes as the gift of life to us with fullness, grace and truth. Let us hold on to Him and pur our faith in Him, who is the Word of Life. 

(Copied from Reverend Chris Harrison's Bible QT Notes. Typed by Priscilla)

'Good Directions.'

‘Good Directions.’

a) 2 Thessalonians 3:5. The Lord directing our hearts into the Love of God.

b) Psalm 5:3. Directing our Prayer unto the Lord.

c) Proverbs 3:6. The Lord directs our paths as we acknowledge Him in all our ways.

d) Proverbs 11:5; Isaiah 45:13. Being directed by our righteousness and the Lord in all our ways.

e) Ecclesiastes 10:10. Being directed by Wisdom

f) Isaiah 61:8. The Lord directs our way in truth.

g) Jeremiah 10:23. Good directing does not come from own selfish ways.

h) 1Thessalonians 3:11. God Himself, Our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ direct our way.

(This QT shows me the importance of having good directions for and in my life.)

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‘Jealousy Comes’

Genesis 37:4.

a) Through our eyes.

b) Seeing someone else being loved by another person.

c) Creating hatred.

d) Breaking our relationships and fellowship.

(Through this Second one, I can see the havoc created when Jealousy comes.)

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Chris.

Assurance and confidence are two great strengtheners for our inner man. If we have an active, pure faith in God and a good relationship with Him, we should have the resultant assurance and confidence. Assurance and confidence are not things that true believers have to pray for, rather they are what comes as our life is in right condition with God.

(selected from Reveerend Chris Harrison's QT Bible Study Notes, by Priscilla)