God’s Hand On The Baby!

‘God’s Hand On The Baby.’
Exodus 2:1-10.
God loves and God gives children. From this QT we can see the special way in which God had His Hand on Moses.
a) Exodus 2:1-2; Hebrews 11:23. It seemed that this baby was being born out of time. Pharaoh, Egypt’s ruler had decided that all baby boys born to the Israelis should be killed. However in this Levite family the mother had Faith to hide her baby.
b) Exodus 2:3. When the mother could no longer hide him, she got a papyrus basket for him and coated it with asphalt and pitch. She placed the child in it and set it among the reeds by the bank of the Nile.
c) Exodus 2:4. The baby’s sister stood at a distance to watch the baby in the basket and see what would happen to him.
d) Exodus 2:5. Pharaoh's daughter went down to bathe at the Nile while her servant girls walked along the riverbank. Seeing the basket among the reeds, she sent her slave girl to get it.
e) Exodus 2:6. When she opened it, she saw the child—a little boy, crying. She felt sorry for him and said, "This is one of the Hebrew boys."
f) Exodus 2:7. Here was great Wisdom from the sister of the little baby. She asked Pharaoh’s daughter if she should get an Israeli woman to care for the baby.
g) Exodus 2:8-9. "Go." Pharaoh's daughter told her. So the girl went and called the boy's mother. Then Pharaoh's daughter said to her, "Take this child and nurse him for me, and I will pay your wages." So the woman took the boy and nursed him. This was amazing Grace, the baby’s mother was being paid a salary to nurse her own baby.
h) Exodus 2:10. When the child grew older, she brought him to Pharaoh's daughter, and he became her son. She named him Moses, "Because," she said, "I drew him out of the water."
(Through this true Bible story I can see God’s Hand On The Baby, and His Plan being unfolded for His People in their very difficult times)
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‘Exhaustion.’
a) Genesis 25:29-30; Judges 8:5; 2 Samuel 16:2. Can be overcome with good food and drink.
b) Deuteronomy 25:18. Makes us weak and target for some kind of attack.
c) Judges 8:4. Sometimes need to be overcome so that we can win the battle.
d) 1 Samuel 30:10. Sometimes causes us to stop – we can go no further.
e) 1 Samuel 30:21. Is something easily recovered from.
f) 2 Samuel 16:14. If we are suffering from it – take a rest.
g) Job 4:2. Is not something that we can be counselled out of.
h) Psalm 38:8. Can be linked sometimes with anguish of heart.
i) Psalm 39:10. Abuse can cause it.
1- Physical.
2- Verbal.
3- By authority figure in family, work or Church.
4- Sexual.
j) Psalm 69:3; Luke 22:45. Weeping and crying can cause it.
k) Ecclesiastes 10:15. Foolishness can cause it.
l) Jeremiah 12:13. The Lord’s burning anger may cause it.
(This Second one shows me that Exhaustion can be resolved)
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Chris.
Verbal abuse is something that is very wearisome to encounter or to live, work with or study under. Unlike some other forms of abuse it shows no mark on our body but it puts a big mark and wound into our heart. All kinds of dysfunctional behaviour come because of verbal abuse. If anyone reading this is going through verbal abuse please do not be afraid to get help. If anyone reading this is still suffering from the emotional scars caused by verbal abuse please come to God with it first and, if necessary seek help and prayer together with someone you trust.

Finishing Well!

‘Finishing Well.’
a) Romans 15:23. Our work of ministry in a certain region.
b) 2 Timothy 4:7. The race that God has given us to run.
c) 1 Peter 4:1. Getting rid of sin in our lives.
d) Genesis 28:15. God does.
e) Numbers 4:15; Ezekiel 43:22-23. Preparing the place of Worship.
f) Deuteronomy 20:9; 2 Samuel 11:19. What you have to say to the people.
g) Deuteronomy 26:12. Paying our tithes.
h) Ruth 2:21. Gathering the harvest.
i) 1 Chronicles 28:20. All the work for the service of the House of the Lord.
j) Jeremiah 51:63. Reading the book.
k) John 17:4. The work that God gives us to do.
(Through this QT I want to be Finishing Well)
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‘An Elder.’
a) 1 Timothy 5:1. Should not be rebuked sharply.
b) 1 Timothy 5:19. Should not be accused glibly.
c) 1 Timothy 3:1. Is an honourable position to aspire to.
d) 1 Timothy 3:2. Must:-
1- Be a man whose life is above reproach.
2- Be Faithful to his wife.
3- Exercise self control.
4- Live wisely.
5- Have a good reputation.
6- Enjoy having guests in his home.
7- Be able to Teach.
e) 1 Timothy 3:6. An elder must not be a new Believer, because he might become proud, and the devil would cause him to fall.
f) Titus 1:6-7. Must:-
1- Live a blameless life.
2- Be faithful to his wife.
3- Have children who are Believers and who do not have a reputation for being wild or rebellious.
4- Not be arrogant.
5- Not be quick tempered.
6- Not be a heavy drinker.
7- Not be violent.
8- Not be dishonest with money.
(This Second one shows me the responsibilities of being An Elder)
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Chris.
It is not according to the Scripture to make a new Believer an Elder. Too much responsibility in the Church can cause a new Believer to become proud, this can have devastating results for the person concerned and the Church. Also too much responsibility for the new Believer can give that person the wrong concept of what Church is meant to be.

A Person Of Understanding!

‘A Person Of Understanding.’
a) Proverbs 10:23. Will receive Wisdom.
b) 1 Chronicles 27:32; Proverbs 1:5; 20:5. A counsellor should be.
c) Ezra 8:18. Comes to us in the Will of God.
d) Job 34:10. Will be a good listener.
e) Psalm 49:3. Has Understanding in their heart.
f) Proverbs 10:13. Speaks wisely.
g) Proverbs 11:12; 17:27. Keeps quiet.
h) Proverbs 15:21. Walks uprightly.
i) Proverbs 17:10. Receives rebuke well.
j) Proverbs 28:2. Prolongs what is right in the Nation.
(Through this QT I want to be A Person Of Understanding)
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‘Children And Parents.’
Ephesians 6:1-4.
a) Ephesians 6:1. It is Righteous for children to obey their parents if their parents are True Believers.
b) Ephesians 6:2. It is right for children to honour their father and mother, whether they are Believers or not. Children honour your parents and respect them.
c) Ephesians 6:3. If children honour their parents, they will have a long and happy life.
d) Ephesians 6:4. Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord.
(This Second one shows me clearly what the Bible says about Children And Parents)
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Chris.
Fathers are key figures in every society. So much God given responsibility lies with fathers. It is the father’s responsibility to care for and provide financially for his family. It is the father’s responsibility to be the spiritual head and guide of his family. The way a father treats his children is given an example by the Love and Word of God. When fathers and children are in conflict a dysfunctional family is the result if the conflict is not resolved.

For Married Couples!

‘For Married Couples.’
Ephesians 5:22-33.
This is Biblical teaching that fits every culture if the culture will receive it.
a) Ephesians 5:22. Wives, be in subjection to your own husbands as unto the Lord, not to another woman’s husband – even if he is a pastor or seems “more spiritual” than your husband.
b) Ephesians 5:23. The husband is the head of the wife and Christ is the Head of the Church.
c) Ephesians 5:23. Christ Himself is the Saviour of His Body – the Church.
d) Ephesians 5:24. As the church submits to Christ, so wives should submit to their husbands in everything.
e) Ephesians 5:25. Husbands are to love their wives just as Christ loved the Church and gave His Life for her.
f) Ephesians 5:26-27. Christ’s goal is to make the Church Holy and Clean washed by the cleansing of God’s Word. He did this to present her to Himself as a glorious Church without a spot or wrinkle or any other blemish. Instead, she will be Holy and without fault
g) Ephesians 5:28. In the same way, husbands ought to love their wives as they love their own bodies. For a man who loves his wife actually shows love for himself.
h) Ephesians 5:29. No one hates his own body but feeds and cares for it, just as Christ cares for the Church.
i) Ephesians 5:30. We are all, if we are True Believers, members of the Body of Christ.
j) Ephesians 5:31. A Scriptural marriage foundation:-
1-A man leaves his father and mother.
2-He is joined to his wife.
3-The two are united into one.
k) Ephesians 5:32. It illustrates the way that Christ and the Church are one.
l) Ephesians 5:33. Each man must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.
(This QT is especially For Married Couples)
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‘The Human Growing Of Jesus.’
His Environmental and Spiritual background.
Luke 2:41-52.
a) Luke 2:41-42. His Earthly parents were obedient and religious Jews.
b) Luke 2:43-45. Life was very much in community.
c) Luke 2:46-47. From a young age Jesus loved the House of God and the Word of God.
d) Luke 2:48. His mother’s love for Him was merely good and caring human mother’s love.
e) Luke 2:49. Jesus told His parents that He must be in His Father’s house.
f) Luke 2:50. His parents did not understand this.
g) Luke 2:51. Nevertheless He was submissive to His Earthly parents. If parents are still financially and/or legally responsible for their children, no matter how old they are, the children, like Jesus need to be submissive to their parents.
h) Luke 2:51. Mary treasured and stored all these things in her heart.
i) Luke 2:52. Jesus increased in Wisom and in stature and in favour with God and man.
(This Second one teaches me about The Human Growing Of Jesus)
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Chris.
We live in days where Believing young people are often encouraged to “do something for God”. There are some churches and missions that are breakers of families, even good Believing families, because of their teaching to young people that is in direct contradiction to the Word of God. The family unit was created by God and church or mission should honour and recognise that fact.

Mission Strategy!

‘Mission Strategy.’
Romans 15:21.
a) Follow the plan taught in the Scripture.
b) Go to those people who have never been told about the Lord and they will see.
c) Those people who have never heard of the Lord will understand.
(This QT teaches me simple and Scriptural Mission Strategy)
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‘Married Or Not.’
1 Corinthians 7:1-9.
a) 1 Corinthians 7:1. Celibacy is not strange or wrong.
b) 1 Corinthians 7:2. Marriage is very important because of all the immorality in the World system.
c) 1 Corinthians 7:3. Husbands and wives should fulfil each others needs.
d) 1 Corinthians 7:4. Husbands and wives give mutual authority to each other over each others’ bodies.
e) 1 Corinthians 7:5. Sexual relationship in marriage:-
1- Should not be deprived.
2- Can be suspended if mutually the married couple are having a special season of Prayer, Seeking the Lord.
3- Come together again and resist Satan’s temptations.
f) 1 Corinthians 7:6-8. Both singlehood and marriage are Gifts from God.
g) 1 Corinthians 7:9. If we need to marry, please do. Do not get involved in lust and immorality.
(This Second one maybe helps someone in the decision of whether to be Married Or Not)
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Chris.
Seasons of Prayer and Seeking the Lord are meant to be special times in our lives. It can be a Church event, some kind of a call to Prayer. It can be, as Jesus taught, a very private time that no one else knows about. It can also be a family time, when through mutual agreement a husband and wife or mother and father seek the Lord together.

The Blessing Of The Lord!

‘The Blessing Of The Lord.’
a) Proverbs 10:22. Makes a person rich and He adds no sorrow with it.
b) Genesis 39:5. Can be on all that we have in the house and in the field.
c) Deuteronomy 12:15. Provides our meat.
d) Deuteronomy 16:17. We give to God and to others according to the Blessing of the Lord upon us.
e) Deuteronomy 33:23. Can fill us.
f) Psalm 129:8. Is a spoken Blessing, we can say to other Believers: “The Blessing of the Lord be upon you.”
(This QT makes me treasure and desire for The Blessing Of The Lord.’
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‘Obed – David’s Grandfather.’
The name means “serving”.
Ruth 4:13-17.
a) Ruth 4:13. Was the child of Boz and Ruth.
b) Ruth 4:14. Naomi was Blessed and acknowledged through his birth.
c) Ruth 4:15. God had a special plan for him in caring for Naomi.
d) Ruth 4:16. Naomi cared for Obed as if he were her own child.
e) Ruth 4:17. The neighbours were also Blessed by his birth.
(Through this Second one I have awe of God’s ways in families: Obed – David’s Grandfather)
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Chris.
The Blessing of the Lord be upon you. Heavenly Father, in the Name of Your Son Jesus Christ I pray for anyone and everyone who reads this QT that the Blessing of the Lord be upon tihem. Whatever need they may have or whatever situation they may be in, the Blessing of the Lord be upon them.

Bethlehem!

‘Bethlehem.’
(The Meaning of Bethlehem is House Of Bread)
a) Ruth 1:22. A place where relationships could be built.
b) Judges 17:7-9. It was a place where Jewish priests set out on their journeys from.
c) Ruth 1:1-2. It was a place that people emigrated from.
d) Ruth 1:19. It was a place of welcome.
e) Ruth 2:4. It was a business centre.
f) Ruth 4:19. It was a dwelling place for famous people.
g) 1 Samuel 16:1. Jesse the father of David came from there.
h) 1 Samuel 16:4. It was a place where the Elders of the City had the Fear of the Lord and great respect for the man of God.
i) 1 Samuel 17:15; 20:6. It was David’s home and he sometimes went back there.
j) 2 Samuel 23:14-16. The Philistines occupied it and made their garrison there.
k) Micah 5:2. Was the subject of Old Testament Prophecy.
l) John 7:42. Jesus Christ was born there.
(This QT creates a hunger in my heart to know more about Bethlehem – the House of Bread)
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‘Ruth’s Real Refuge.’
Ruth 2:11-12.
a) All that Ruth had done for her mother-in-law since the death of her husband was known.
b) She had left her own father and mother and the land of her birth.
c) She came to a people whom she did not know before, Naomi’s people.
d) The Lord would repay what she had done.
e) The Lord God of Israel would give her a full reward.
f) She had come to the Lord for refuge.
(This Second one shows me Ruth’s Real Refuge)
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Chris.
Emigration is very common today but it is not a modern phenomenon. People were emigrating frequently in Bible Days. To emigrate is really to start a new chapter of one’s life and one’s family life. Emigration is sometimes something that God calls people to do. If God is calling us to emigrate, let us not be afraid but Trust and Obey God.

Principles In Christian Service!

‘Principles In Christian Service.’
Romans 15:17-20.
a) Romans 15:17. We should be enthusiastic about what Christ Jesus has done through us – not what we have done.
b) Romans 15:18. We should:-
1- Never be boastful.
2- Realise that it is Christ Who works through us.
3- Bring non-believers to God through our message.
4- Work as ministers amongst non-believers.
c) Romans 15:19. Seek God for the Power of the Holy Spirit.
d) Romans 15:19. Fully present the Good News of Christ.
e) Romans 15:20. Preach the Good News where the Name of Christ has never been heard, rather than where a church has already been started by someone else.
(In this QT I find some Biblically healthy Principles In Christian Service)
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‘Simple Faith In Action.’
Proverbs 3:5-6.
a) Trust in the Lord with all our heart.
b) Do not depend on our own understanding.
c) Seek God’s Will in all that we do.
d) God will show us which path to take.
(This Second one shows me Simple Faith in Action)
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Chris.
To respond to the Word of God is a very important part of the life of the True Believer. Responding to the Word of God is another way of saying that we are being obedient to God. God is to be Worshipped in our lives. God is to be Glorified in our lives. God is to be responded to from His Word by our lives.

Be Righteous!

‘Be Righteous.’
Proverbs 10:20-21.
a) The tongue of the Righteous People is as choice silver and their lips feed many people.
b) The heart of the wicked is of little worth.
c) Fools die for lack of sense.
(This QT reminds me to Be Righteous)
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‘Do Not Walk In Darkness.’
a) 1 John 2:9; 4:20; 3:14-15. Whoever says he is in the light and hates his brother is still in darkness.
b) Romans 13:12. Cast off the works of darkness and put on the armour of Light.
c) Ephesians 5:8. We are to walk as children of Light.
d) 1 Thessalonians 5:4. If we are walking in darkness then the Day of the Coming of the Lord will surprise us as a thief.
e) Titus 3:3. The old self no more.
(This Second one strongly tells me: Do Not Walk In Darkness)
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Chris.
People need God and His Word. The Word we read today is very clear and simple. In Christ we should live as Righteous People who speak well and edify other people with our speech. People who say that they live in the Light of God should live in the Light of God. Believing People need to cast off the works of darkness and put on the Armour of Light. Believing People should live a New Life in Jesus Christ and entertain their old self no more.

Encourage Other Believers With These Words!

‘Encourage Other Believers With These Words.’
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.
a) 1 Thessalonians 4:13. What happens to other Believers when they die – so that will not grieve like people who have no hope.
b) 1 Thessalonians 4:14. The Resurrection of Christ means that we believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with him the believers who have died.
c) 1 Thessalonians 4:15. We tell you this directly from the Lord: We who are still living when the Lord returns will not meet Him ahead of those who have died.
d) 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. At the time of the physical Second coming of the Lord a new dispensation begins, all True Believers will be with the Lord forever.
e) 1 Thessalonians 4:18. These are words with which to comfort one another.
(This QT teaches me that I can Encourage Other Believers With These Words)
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‘Faith For A Move As A Believing Family.’
Genesis 12:1-9.
a) Genesis 12:1. The Lord told Abram to move with his family.
b) Genesis 12:1. The Lord told Abram that He would show him where to go.
c) Genesis 12:2. The Lord told Abram that he would be a Blessing and that the Lord would make him a Blessing to other people.
d) Genesis 12:3. The Lord would Bless all the people that Abram Blessed and that he would curse all the people Abram cursed.
e) Genesis 12:3. All the families on Earth would be Blessed through Abram.
f) Genesis 12:4-6. Abram obeyed God.
g) Genesis 12:7. God gave promises to Abram as he obeyed.
h) Genesis 12:7-8. Abram Worshipped the Lord as he went.
i) Genesis 12:9. Abram made the journey step by step.
(Through this Second one I find Faith For A Move As A Believing Family)
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Chris.
In some Nations, especially those who have a non Christian background, people who are called “Christians” never recover from grief. The grief that they carry makes them bitter, angry and depressed. As True Believers in Jesus we do not have to be like that. Yes, we grieve and mourn for the loss of a loved one, a Believer, it is a process we should healthily go through. We also have hope that together with them, we are going to be with the Lord forever and their death is only a temporary separation.

Being Acceptable!

‘Being Acceptable.’
a) Romans 15:16; Ephesians 5:10; 1 Peter 2:5. To God, as an offering Sanctified by the Holy Spirit.
b) Romans 15:31. In Service to the Saints.
c) 2 Corinthians 8:12; Philippians 4:18. In our giving.
d) 1 Timothy 2:3. In our Prayers to God our Saviour.
e) 1 Timothy 5:4. For Believing widows to be Holy in their families and to provide for their elderly parents.
f) Hebrews 12:28. Service and Worship to God.
g) James 2:21. To God by our Works of Faith as Believers.
h) 1 Peter 2:19-20. To God in enduring the pain caused by unjust suffering.
i) 2 Kings 5:1. To our leaders.
(This QT reveals to me the importance of Being Acceptable)
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‘Just Keep A Watch.’
Matthew 24:36-44.
a) Matthew 24:36. No one knows the time of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ – not even Jesus Himself. Anyone who claims to is a liar.
b) Matthew 24:37. When the Son of Man returns, it will be like it was in Noah’s day.
c) Matthew 24:38. People will be living with Godless priorities.
d) Matthew 24:39. People did not realise until God sent the flood in Noah’s day. That is exactly what it is going to be like when Jesus comes back.
e) Matthew 24:40-41. One person will be left and the other person taken.
f) Matthew 24:42. So we must keep watch. For we do not know what day our Lord is coming.
g) Matthew 24:43. If a homeowner knew exactly when a burglar was coming, he would keep watch and not permit his house to be broken into.
h) Matthew 24:44. We also must be ready all the time, for the Son of Man will come when least expected.
(This second one reminds me to Just Keep A Watch)
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Chris.
Elderly parents are not meant to be a pain or embarrassment for their children but, rather, a Joy. The Bible teaches younger widows that one of their most important responsibilities is to look after their elderly parents in a most fitting way, in other words, what is best for them. Please notice this is a very special ministry of young widows.

How To Be Sensible!

‘How To Be Sensible.’
Proverbs 10:18-19.
a) Hiding hatred makes you a liar.
b) Slandering others makes you a fool.
c) Too much talk leads to sin.
d) Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.
(Through this QT I am taught How To Be Sensible)
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‘As God’s Children.’
1 John 2:28 – 3:3.
a) 1 John 2:28. We should remain in fellowship with Christ so that when he returns we will be full of courage and not shrink back from Him in shame.
b) 1 John 2:29. We do what is right.
c) 1 John 3:1. We are loved so much. Father God calls us His Children.
d) 1 John 3:1. The people who belong to this world system do not recognize that we are God’s children because they do not know Him.
e) 1 John 3:2. Will be like Jesus Christ when they see Him Face to face.
f) 1 John 3:3. Keep themselves pure.
(This Second One shows me what to expect As God’s Children)
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Chris.
Hiding hatred makes one a liar. There are many liars in Churches today. People who hide hatred rather than resolve conflicts cause so much difficulty and darkness to be there. It is mature and Biblical to resolve conflicts, every conflict resolved in the best way possible, making wise decisions. This means that our hearts are kept clean and surely this is very important for Churches

Peter Re-Called

‘Peter Re-Called.’
John 21:1-17.
a) John 21:1. This entire incident was at the initiative of Jesus Who revealed Himself again to His Disciples at the Sea of Tiberias.
b) John 21:2. The Disciple group were there at the seaside.
c) John 21:3. Peter wanted to go out fishing so they all went out fishing.
d) John 21:4. Morning was already breaking when Jesus came to the beach and stood there. However, the Disciples did not know that it was Jesus.
e) John 21:5. The Disciples had not yet recognised Jesus, yet He called out, “Fellows, have you caught any fish?” “No,” they replied.
f) John 21:6. Then Jesus said, “Throw out your net on the right-hand side of the boat, and you’ll get some!” So they did, and they couldn’t haul in the net because there were so many fish in it.
g) John 21:7. Then the disciple Jesus loved said to Peter, “It’s the Lord!” When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his tunic (for he had stripped for work), jumped into the water, and headed to shore. Notice that Peter took the initiative to head to shore and therefore head towards the Lord.
h) John 21: 8. The other Disciples stayed in the boat and together with their heavy catch of fish pulled it to shore.
i) John 21:9. Jesus had already been cooking breakfast for them.
j) John 21:10. Jesus wanted to cook more fish from the catch.
k) John 21:11. There were 153 large fish in the net. This was Peter’s first act of Obedience in his life Restoration process, simply obeying the Lord and bringing the fish to Him. Are we willing to obey the Lord in small things?
l) John 21:12-14. Jesus served all the Disciples breakfast. They all knew His identity by then.
m) John 21:15-17. Jesus re-called Peter by:-
1- Questioning his love.
2- Hearing Peter’s response.
3- Commissioning him to feed and take care of His sheep and lambs.
(This QT challenges me, Peter Re-Called)
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‘Getting Our Priorities Right.’
Acts 1:1-11.
a) Acts 1:1-2. It is right to read the Gospels and respond to what Jesus did and taught.
b) Acts 1:2. Special messengers of God need to be instructed and to learn to obey the Lord’s commands before they serve. Three and a half years is the minimum training period.
c) Acts 1:3. We need to have confidence in the Resurrected Christ.
d) Acts 1:4-5. Jesus taught them about and told them to stay in Jerusalem to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Here is an important priority.
e) Acts 1:6-7. The study of Biblical dates and times, and of modern day prophecies about Israel were and are insignificancies. Only the Father knows everything about the end times. Let us live ready for those end times.
f) Acts 1:8. What the Disciples really needed was to be filled with the Holy Spirit so that they could become witnesses.
g) Acts 1:9-11. The Disciples were gazing at the Ascension of Jesus Christ. But the Angels helped them to get their gaze off and to be ready rather for the Second Coming of Christ.
(This Second one helps me in Getting My Priorities Right)
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Chris.
For every Christian worker, of whatever type the Training Period for their ministry is a very important time. Firstly, we should always be learning, not just during our Training Period, as we humbly walk with the Lord we should always be learning. Secondly, as we are going through arranged Training Periods in our lives, whether in Seminary, Church or some other training course, we need to go through those Training Periods with a teachable attitude.

A Reminder!

‘A Reminder.’
a) Romans 15:15; Deuteronomy 6:6; 11:18. We all need a reminder of God’s Truth.
b) Exodus 13:9. We all need a reminder to keep the Word of the Lord on our lips.
c) Exodus 13:16. We all need a reminder that the Lord’s Mighty Hand has delivered us.
d) Exodus 28:12 & 29; 39:7. We all need a reminder when we are involved in the Ministry of Intercession.
e) Joshua 22:28. We all need a reminder of the relationship we have with the Lord.
f) Joshua 24:26. We all need to be reminded of our covenants.
g) Proverbs 3:3. We all need a reminder to be loyal and kind.
h) Proverbs 7:2-3. We all need a reminder to obey godly commands and instructions.
i) Ephesians 1:13. The Holy Spirit is a reminder to us of our Glorious Inheritance.
j) 1 Thessalonians 4:11. We all need a reminder to:-
1- Stay calm.
2- Mind our own business.
3- Work well at our job.
k) 2 John 1:4. We all need a reminder of the Scriptural injunction to Love one another.
(Through this QT I receive A Reminder)
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‘Gentile Believers.’
Ephesians 2:17-22.
a) Ephesians 2:17. Were far away from the Lord, but have now heard the good news of Peace.
b) Ephesians 2:18. Can come to the Father through the Holy Spirit because of what Christ has done for them.
c) Ephesians 2:19. Are:-
1- No longer strangers and foreigners.
2- Citizens along with all of God’s holy people.
3- Members of God’s family.
d) Ephesians 2:20. Together, they are His house, built on the Foundation of the Apostles and the Prophets. The cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself.
e) Ephesians 2:21. Are carefully joined together in Him, becoming a Holy Temple for the Lord.
f) Ephesians 2:22. Are also being made part of this dwelling where God lives by his Spirit.
(This Second one teaches me the great privileges of Gentile Believers)
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Chris.
Stay calm in the midst of difficult situations. This is God’s Will and Plan for all of His Children. He does not want us to lose our cool. All of us face challenges of one kind or another at different times in our lives. It is when we face these difficult situations that we can really prove God. So let us do what His Word says and stay calm.

On The Pathway!

‘On The Pathway.’
a) Proverbs 10:17. People who accept discipline are on the Pathway to Life.
b) Job 31:7. We should not stray from the Lord’s Pathway.
c) Psalm 32:8. The Lord will guide us along the best Pathway for our life.
d) Psalm 77:19. Nobody knows the Lord’s Pathways for us.
e) Isaiah 43:19. The Lord will make a Pathway through the wilderness.
(Through this QT I want to keep On The Pathway)
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‘Peter’s Revelation.
Matthew 16:13-19.
a) Matthew 16:13. Jesus wanted His Disciples to tell Him who the people were saying that He is.
b) Matthew 16:14. They gave their answer to Jesus. Some people said that He was:-
1- John the Baptist.
2- Elijah.
3- Jeremiah.
4- One of the prophets.
c) Matthew 16:15. Then Jesus asked them, “But who do you say I am?”
d) Matthew 16:16. It was Simon Peter that answered that Jesus Christ was the Messiah, the Son of the Living God.
e) Matthew 16:17. Jesus replied to Simon Peter that:-
1- Simon Peter was Blessed.
2- The Father in Heaven had Revealed to Peter Who Jesus was.
3- He did not learn this from any human being.
f) Matthew 16:18. Jesus told Peter that he had the personality of a little rock and that Jesus was going to build on the big rock His Church and that the powers of hell could not conquer it.
g) Matthew 16:19. Jesus gave Peter Authority to Pray:-
1- Jesus was going to give Peter the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven.
2- Whatever Peter forbade on Earth would be forbidden in Heaven.
3- Whatever Peter permitted on Earth would be permitted in Heaven.
(Through this Second one I understand Peter’s Revelation and the call that Jesus gave to him)
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Chris.
Jesus wanted the Disciples to tell Him what the people were saying about Him. This was not for His benefit. Jesus Christ is omniscient and He knew what all the people were saying and He still knows what all the people are saying today too. Through their answer they could think through really what they thought about Jesus and Who He really was. Surely this is a good way to present the Gospel today also.

Examples Of Salvation!

‘Examples Of Salvation.’
Ephesians 2:4-9.
a) Ephesians 2:4. God is so rich in Mercy and has loved us so very much.
b) Ephesians 2:5. Conversion facts:-
1- We were dead in our sins.
2- God gave us Life when He raised Christ from the dead.
3- We are only saved because of God’s Grace.
c) Ephesians 2:6. God raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.
d) Ephesians 2:7. Our testimony is that God can point to us in all future ages as examples of the incredible Wealth of his Grace and Kindness toward us, as shown in all He has done for us who are united with Christ Jesus.
e) Ephesians 2:8. God saved us by Grace when we Believed.
f) Ephesians 2:8. We cannot take any credit for this Salvation.
g) Ephesians 2:8. Salvation is totally a Gift from God.
h) Ephesians 2:9. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.
(Through this QT I give grateful thanks to God for His Grace which has made me, along with all True Believers, an Example Of Salvation)
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‘Disciples Need To Make Disciples.’
Matthew 28:16-20.
a) Matthew 28:16. The Disciples obeyed Jesus by going to the mountain that He told them to go to. Disciples are always obedient to Jesus.
b) Matthew 28:17. When the Disciples saw Jesus there some Worshipped Him and others doubted. Jesus did not scold the ones who doubted. He knows all people.
c) Matthew 28:18. The Message that Jesus gave to the Disciples was that ALL authority on Earth and in Heaven was given to Him.
d) Matthew 28:19. The Disciples were to:-
1- Go.
2- Make Disciples of all Nations.
3- Baptising new Disciples in the Name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
e) Matthew 28:20. The Disciples, as they went, were to Teach everything that Jesus had commanded them.
f) Matthew 28:20. Jesus would be with His Disciples always, even to the very end of the age. Today Jesus is with His Disciples through the Holy Spirit.
(This Second one reminds me that Disciples Need To Make Disciples)
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Chris.
People are all Created individually by the Lord. He knows all people. The Lord knows our strengths and weaknesses. He understands our personal situations. When some of the Disciples doubted Jesus He did not scold them but rather He Commissioned them. The only thing that the Lord cannot stand or accept is sin. Until today it is sin that separates man from the Triune God. Only through Jesus Christ and coming to Him in the way which the Bible enjoins can deal with our sin.

Positively Convinced!

‘Positively Convinced.’
Apostle Paul was Positively Convinced of the Character of the Roman Church Believers.
Romans 15:14.
a) They were full of Goodness.
b) Filled with Knowledge.
c) Competent to Instruct one another.
(Through this QT I find what a Joy it is to be Positively Convinced about other True Believers)
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‘Filled With Joy.’
a) Matthew 28:8. The women as they ran to tell the Disciples about the Resurrection of Jesus.
b) 1 Samuel 11:15. Saul after he was made king and he had worshipped the Lord.
c) 1 Chronicles 29:9. David, because the people were freely and wholeheartedly giving to the Lord.
d) Esther 8:16. The Jewish people because they were being honoured everywhere.
e) Psalm 5:11. Because we love the Name of the Lord.
f) Psalm 9:2. David, because of the Lord.
g) Psalm 28:7. Because of the help of the Lord.
h) Psalm 40:16; 70:4. Because of searching for the Lord.
i) Psalm 68:3. Because of being godly people in God’s Presence.
j) Psalm 126:3. Because the Lord has done great things for us.
k) Isaiah 30:29. Because of going to Worship the Lord.
l) Isaiah 35:10; 51:11. Because:-
1- Of being Ransomed by the Lord.
2- Of entering the place of Worship joyfully singing.
3- Sorrow and mourning have passed away.
m) Matthew 2:10. Because of seeing the Star which would guide them to Jesus.
n) Luke 24:41; John 20:20. The Disciples, because of seeing the Resurrected Jesus.
o) John 3:39. John the Baptist, at the success of Jesus.
p) Acts 11:23. Barnabas, when he saw the evidence of God’s Blessing in Antioch.
q) Acts 13:51-52. The Apostles, because of moving on successfully from a place of persecution.
r) Acts 16:34. The jailor, because of coming to Believe in God together with his family.
s) 2 Corinthians 7:7. Apostle Paul, because the Corinthian Church was so loyal to him.
t) Colossians 1:11. Is a Prayer which we can pray for other True Believers.
u) 2 Timothy 1:4. Because of real Fellowship in the Gospel.
(Through this Second one I desire to be Filled With Joy)
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Chris.
Sorrow and mourning are very real experiences and these experiences should not be denied if we have them. Denial of sorrow and mourning can lead to many emotional and relational problems. Yes, we need to express our sorrow and mourning and we can rejoice because it is going to pass away. Our Joy will be restored.

Wages!

‘Wages.’
a) Proverbs 10:16. Of a Righteous Person bring them life.
b) Genesis 30:33. Should be handled with honesty.
c) Leviticus 19:13; James 5:4. Should be paid promptly.
d) Deuteronomy 23:18. Earned by dogs should not be brought into the House of God.
e) Exodus 29:19. Can be earned by the colonisation of another country in the Will of God.
f) Romans 6:23. Of sin is death.
g) 2 Peter 2:15. Of wickedness we should not love.
(This QT shows me how much God cares about the payment of wages and how we should treat them)
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‘Jesus Loves Little Children.’
Mark 10:13-16.
a) Mark 10:13. People brought the little children to Jesus for Him to touch them.
b) Mark 10:13. The Disciples rebuked the people.
c) Mark 10:14. Jesus was indignant at the Disciples action here.
d) Mark 10:14. Jesus said:-
1- Let the little children come to Him.
2- Do not hinder them.
3- The Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as the little children.
e) Mark 10:15. I tell you the Truth, anyone who will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it, was what Jesus exclaimed.
f) Mark 10:16. Jesus:-
1- Took the little children in His Arms.
2- Put His hands on them.
3- Blessed them.
(This Second one convinces me of the Truth that Jesus Loves The Little Children)
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Chris.
The Ways of God in the Nations are beyond our understanding. Sometimes our mind sets are too set and rigid. We believe what tradition says or what our culture says rather than what God’s Word says. We find this in the Old and New Testaments if we read them carefully. Let us Biblically investigate before we get stuck in beliefs that are not Biblical.

Mob Rule!

‘Mob Rule.’
Matthew 27:12-25.
a) Matthew 27:12. There can be no human answer against it.
b) Matthew 27:13. Is enhanced by a weak and fearful government.
c) Matthew 27:14. Should not be responded against in an active physical way – it only makes the situation worse.
d) Matthew 27:15. Sometimes hides behind traditionalism and cultural influences.
e) Matthew 27:16. Barabbas – a notorious criminal who was under sentence of capital punishment was going to be released to appease the people.
f) Matthew 27:17. Pilate really wanted to release Jesus because he knew that Jesus was innocent.
g) Matthew 27:18. Pilate knew that the Jewish leaders were envious of Jesus and the mob was now ruling. Led by the Elders and Priests.
h) Matthew 27:19. Pilate’s wife affirmed the innocence of Jesus by her dream. She told her husband not to do anything.
i) Matthew 27:20. The Elders and Jewish Priests were working so hard to create mob rule.
j) Matthew 27:21. Pilate again offered the choice: Barabbas or Jesus to be released. The crowd yelled for Barabbas.
k) Matthew 27:22. Pilate submitted to mob rule when he asked them what he should do with Jesus. The mob cried out for Jesus’ Crucifixion.
l) Matthew 27:23. Pilate asked the mob “why?” They just responded with mob rule – “crucify Him”.
m) Matthew 27:24. Pilate public washed his hand of the whole thing. The Nation was out of control, being ruled by the mob.
n) Matthew 27:25. The mob even involved their children and said that they and their children (descendents) would be responsible for the death of Jesus.
(Through this QT I find how the wrong concept of democracy can bring Mob Rule. The right kind of democracy submits to the Government of God)
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‘Love Is Action.’
1 John 4:7-12.
a) 1 John 4:7. This is written to the Beloved, Brothers and Sisters in Christ.
b) 1 John 4:7. We are to continue to love one another, for:-
1- Love comes from God.
2- Anyone who loves comes from God.
3- Anyone who loves knows God.
c) 1 John 4:8. Anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love.
d) 1 John 4:9. God demonstrated His Love for and to us.
e) 1 John 4:10. This is real Love not that we loved God, but that he Loved us and sent his Son as a Sacrifice to take away our sins.
f) 1 John 4:11. Dear friends, since God Loved us that much, we surely ought to Love each other. This Love is only possible in the fellowship of the Beloved.
g) 1 John 4:12. If we love each other, God lives in us, and His Love is brought to full expression in us.
(This Second one teaches me that Love Is Action)
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Chris.
Love is Action. This is a very clear statement in line with the Word of God. We cannot say we love if we have no action. The first love relationship with have is to be with God; the second love relationship we have is to be with our family; the third love relationship we have is to be with the Beloved, the Family of God and then we can healthily love the non believers and invite them to share in God’s Kingdom through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

God The Source Of Hope!

‘God The Source Of Hope.’
Romans 15:13.
a) Will hear our Prayers.
b) Because we Trust Him will fill us completely with Joy and Peace.
c) Can make us overflow with confident Hope through the Power of the Holy Spirit.
(This QT gives me great confidence in God The Source Of Hope)
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‘Jesus In The Temple.’
Matthew 21:12-16.
a) Matthew 21:12; Jeremiah 7:11. Jesus drove out the marketers and knocked over the tables of the money changers.
b) Matthew 21:13; Isaiah 56:7. Jesus restored the Temple as a House of Prayer.
c) Matthew 21:14. Jesus healed the Blind and Lame people that came into the temple.
d) Matthew 21:15. The religious leaders of the Temple:-
1- Saw what was happening.
2- Heard the children crying out: “Praise God for the Son of David.”
3- Became indignant.
e) Matthew 21:16. The religious leaders made some accusation against Christ because of what the children were saying.
f) Matthew 21:16. Jesus agreed with the children and brought out the Word of God to explain the children’s actions.
(By this Second one I learn from Jesus In The Temple)
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Chris.
We can have great confidence in God the Source of Hope. It is not just in today’s World but also throughout the ages that despairing people say that they have lost Hope, or that there is no Hope. This is not a fact because God is a God of Hope and He is the source of Hope. We should not lose our Hope.

A Fortress!

‘A Fortress.’
a) Proverbs 10:15. The rich people trust in their wealth as a fortress, but it is a false fortress.
b) 2 Samuel 5:9; 2 Chronicles 11:5. The fortress of Zion became the City of David.
c) 2 Samuel 22:2; Psalm 18:2; 27:1. The Lord is a Fortress for His People.
d) 2 Samuel 22:33; Psalm 31:2; Joel 3:16. God is a Strong Fortress for His People.
e) 2 Kings 10:25. The temple of Baal had an innermost fortress.
f) Nehemiah 7:2. Needs a Commander.
g) Proverbs 18:10. The Name of the Lord is a Strong Fortress.
h) Isaiah 33:16; Jeremiah 49:16; Obadiah 1:3. The rocks of the mountains can be a fortress.
i) Jeremiah 48:1; Lamentations 2:2. God can cause a man made fortress to be humiliated and broken down.
j) Acts 21:34. Apostle Paul was given refuge in one.
(Through this QT I proclaim that the Lord is A Fortress for me)
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‘Show Me Your Favour.’
a) Esther 8:5; 7:3. Esther asked it to King Xerxes for the Jewish people not to be destroyed.
b) 1 Kings 8:28; 2 Chronicles 6:19. King Solomon prayed it as he appealed to God for help.
c) Nehemiah 5:19; 13:31. Nehemiah prayed it, asking God to remember him.
d) Esther 5:8. Esther asked it of the king to give her what she wanted.
e) Psalm 4:1. David asked it that God might hear his Prayer and give him rest from his trouble.
f) Psalm 9:13. David Prayed it because he did not want to die.
g) Psalm 25:16; 31:9. David Prayed it because he was lonely and hurting.
h) Psalm 26:11. David Prayed it because he wanted to live in freedom.
i) Psalm 30:10. David Prayed it because he needed the Lord’s help.
j) Psalm 41:4 & 10. David Prayed it because he needed healing by the Lord.
k) Psalm 56:1; 57:1. David Prayed it because people were chasing and attacking him.
l) Psalm 86:16. David Prayed it because he needed Strength and Salvation.
(This Second one encourages me to pray to the Lord: Show Me Your Favour)
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Chris.
David Prayed to the Lord to show him His Favour because David wanted to live in Freedom. Living in Freedom has differing meanings in today’s World. Firstly, it can mean living in Freedom from a politically oppressive environment. Secondly, it can mean living in Freedom from modern day slavery employment. Thirdly, it can be living in Freedom from an abusive marriage. Fourthly, it can be living in Freedom from some besetting sin or habit. Fifthly, it can mean living in Freedom from a morally wrong relationship. Surely God wants to show us His Favour and give Freedom to us.

Choose To Remember The Good!

‘Choose To Remember The Good.’
Esther 6:1-11.
a) Esther 6:1. A sleepless night and the king wanted to listen to the history of the Nation. All history is a mixture of bad and good.
b) Esther 6:2. It was written how Mordecai, the queen’s father, had been so loyal to the king by informing on those who had planned to destroy him.
c) Esther 6:3. The king enquired what good honour had been given to Mordecai for his faithful actions. The kings servants replied that nothing had been done.
d) Esther 6:4. The king asked who was on royal duty to serve the king by carrying out his instructions. Haman was there, he was about to ask the king for permission to hang Mordecai on the gallows which he had just prepared for that purpose.
e) Esther 6:5. The king had Haman ushered into his presence.
f) Esther 6:6. Haman entered and the king asked Haman what should be done for the person whom the king wanted to honour. Haman thought this referred to himself.
g) Esther 6:7-9. Haman gave his advice on what should be done for the person whom the king was to honour:-
1- Give the man a royal garment that the king himself has worn previously.
2- Give the man a horse on which the king had formerly ridden.
3- Put a royal diadem on the horse’s head.
4- Put one of the kings most noble officials in charge of leading the horse.
5- Proclaim that this is what the king is doing for the man he wants to honour.
h) Esther 6:10-11. This is exactly what the king ordered for Mordecai and Haman was the royal official leading the horse.
(This QT reminds me that good and just things can happen when we Choose To Remember The Good)
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‘She Could Not Keep Silent.’
Esther 7:4.
a) Esther made the request of the king.
b) Her people had been sold out to:-
1- Destruction.
2- Death.
3- Extermination.
c) They were not just sold into slavery.
d) She was urgently requesting the king’s intervention.
(This Second one shows me why She Could Not Keep Silent and stimulates my prayers for the Nations in which there is such injustice)
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Chris.
Queen Esther was an honest and brave woman. She was not a political manipulator, but she stood for what was entirely right in an uncompromising way and she was willing to risk her life for the sake of her people. May God raise up many people with the same heart and spirit as Queen Esther in this day and generation.

God’s Plans For The Nations!

‘God’s Plans For The Nations.’
Romans 15:9-12.
a) Romans 15:9. They should Glorify God for His Mercy.
b) Romans 15:9. They shall hear about God and sing and Rejoice.
c) Romans 15:10. They shall Rejoice with the People of God.
d) Romans 15:11. They shall Praise the Lord.
e) Romans 15:12. They shall submit to Jesus Christ.
f) Romans 15:12. They shall hope in Jesus Christ.
(Through this QT I can see God’s Plans For The Nations)
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‘It Shall Be Given.’
a) Esther 5:3. Even up to half the kingdom to Esther whom the king loved.
b) Leviticus 24:20. Revenge punishment under the Law of God. Fracture for fracture, eye for eye, tooth for tooth; whatever injury he has given a person shall be given to him.
c) Numbers 26:54. Its Inheritance to every tribe of God’s People.
d) Isaiah 33:15-16. Food for the Righteous person.
e) Daniel 7:27. God’s Kingdom to the Saints of the Most High God.
f) Matthew 7:7; Luke 11:9. To us if we ask.
g) Matthew 10:19; Mark 13:11. To us what to answer or say in times of persecution.
h) Matthew 13:12; 25:29; Mark 4:25. To the person who has.
i) Luke 6:38. To us if we give to others.
j) James 1:5. Wisdom if we ask it of God.
(Through this Second one I know that It Shall Be Given)
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Chris.
The Nations shall submit to Jesus Christ. Even if our Nation is not yet submitting to Jesus Christ it is really something that we can and should be praying for. The Bible tells us that a Day is coming when every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Let us pray that the Nations in which we dwell and Worship God shall submit to Jesus Christ.

Do Not Babble!

‘Do Not Babble.’
The meaning of babbling:
1. to talk in a quick, foolish, or muddled way
2. to make meaningless sounds:
3. to disclose secrets carelessly
4. Literary (of streams) to make a low murmuring sound
Noun
1. muddled or foolish speech
2. a murmuring sound [probably imitative]

a) Proverbs 10:14. The babbling of a fool invites disaster.
b) Proverbs 10:8. Babbling fools fall flat on their faces.
c) Job 11:3. People who babble on mocking God need to be silenced.
d) Matthew 6:7. When you pray, do not babble on and on as people of other religions do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again.
e) Acts 17:18. Apostle Paul was falsely accused of being a babbler.
(This QT warns me: Do Not Babble)
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‘It Was Not Allowed.’
a) Esther 4:2. To go in through the gates of the king’s palace wearing clothes of mourning.
b) Joshua 6:1. To go in and out of the gates of Jericho which were firmly shut for fear of the Israelites.
c) Genesis 3:3. To eat from the tree in the middle of the Garden of Eden.
d) Genesis 31:7. By God for Laban to harm Jacob.
e) Exodus 21:8. It was not allowed by God for a man to sell his daughter as a slave to a foreigner.
f) Leviticus 22:10. For anyone outside of the priests’ families to eat of the sacred offerings.
g) Leviticus 25:20. To plant or harvest crops during the Sabbath year.
h) Numbers 6:4. For a Nazarite to eat or drink anything that comes from a grapevine.
i) 1 Kings 13:16. To eat or drink when God says not to.
j) 2 Kings 23:9. For priests who had formerly served at pagan altars to serve at the Lord’s Altar in Jerusalem.
(This Second one: It Was Not Allowed reminds me that God has standards that He wants me to keep)
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Chris.
A man was not allowed for a man to sell his daughter as a slave to a foreigner. In many countries this habit continues until today. It is a social evil that needs to be addressed and wiped out ….human trafficking. It can be for many uses, factories, prostitution, as slave wives and for other reasons too. Let us pray for and work for the eradication of human trafficking.

Favour In Their Sight!

‘Favour In Their Sight.’
a) Esther 2:15. Esther gained favour in the sight of all those people who looked upon her.
b) Genesis 33:8 & 15. Jacob tried to find it from Esau.
c) Genesis 39:21. The keeper of the prison gave it to Joseph because the Lord was with Joseph.
d) Genesis 47:25. The Israeli people asked for it in Joseph’s sight.
e) Exodus 3:21; 11:3; 12:36. God’s people were to be given it by the Lord in the sight of the Egyptians.
f) 1 Kings 11:19. Hadad found it in the sight of Pharaoh.
g) Esther 5:8. Esther found it in the sight of the king.
h) Acts 7:45-46. David found it in the sight of God.
(This QT teaches me that when we Find Favour In Their Sight it really comes only from the Lord)
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‘Promotion.’
a) Esther 3:1. To a place of high Authority.
b) 1 Kings 14:7. From the ranks of common people to become a ruler.
c) Esther 5:11. Can cover many areas of our lives.
d) Daniel 2:48. May be accompanied by many gifts.
(This Second reminds me that Promotion is something that we should respond to humbly)
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Chris.
Sometimes we are aware of people looking at us and it makes us feel uncomfortable. Often the people looking at us are people who we do not know well or at all. It is good not to focus our attention on those people or to be afraid of them, rather we should carefully look away from them and, if we so desire, move away from them if it is possible.

The Truth Of God!

‘The Truth Of God.’
a) Romans 15:8. Jesus Christ was a minister for it, to confirm the Promises of God.
b) Romans 1:25. Should not be changed into a lie.
c) Romans 3:7. Will abound unto the Glory of God.
(Through this QT I want to live in and to teach The Truth Of God)
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‘Humility, Healing And Honesty.’
2 Kings 5:1-16.
a) 2 Kings 5:1. Naaman was:-
1- A captain of the Syrian army.
2- A great man before his master.
3- Honourable.
4- Used by the Lord to give deliverance to Syria. (Yes the Lord loves Syrians)
5- A mighty man of valour.
6- A leper.
b) 2 Kings 5:2. Naaman’s wife had a little Israeli maid.
c) 2 Kings 5:3. The maid cared for Naaman and communicated with his wife about a possible healing situation for him.
d) 2 Kings 5:4. Naaman was handed this information.
e) 2 Kings 5:5. The king of Syria sent Naaman with a letter and many gifts to the king of Israel.
f) 2 Kings 5:6. The letter was very specific and honest.
g) 2 Kings 5:7. The king of Israel:-
1- Misread the letter.
2- Became afraid.
3- Believed the wrong thing.
A big lesson is here for us. If we misread situations we can easily become afraid and then we believe the wrong thing.
h) 2 Kings 5:8. Elisha the Prophet of God heard about what had happened and asked for Naaman to be sent to him.
i) 2 Kings 5:9. Naaman came with pomp to Elisha’s door.
j) 2 Kings 5:10. Elisha merely sent a messenger to Naaman, this was not rude, it was practical, Elisha was protecting himself from leprosy. The message was:-
1- Go and wash in the Jordan seven times.
2- Your flesh will become normal.
3- You will be clean.
k) 2 Kings 5:11. Naaman was angry and proud. He thought that:-
1- Elisha would come out to meet him.
2- Elisha would stand and call on the Name of his God.
3- Elisha would strike his hand over the leprous place.
4- Elisha would cure him.
l) 2 Kings 5:12. Naaman used human reasoning that came from his pride and went away in a rage. Pride often causes anger.
m) 2 Kings 5:13. Naaman’s servants came to him and reasoned with him, trying to convince him to go into the Jordan as prescribed by Elisha.
n) 2 Kings 5:14. Naaman humbled himself and he was healed.
o) 2 Kings 5:15. Naaman returned to Elisha gratefully extolling God and tried to give lavish gifts to Elisha.
p) 2 Kings 5:16. Elisha refused the gifts. He was honestly fearing God. He did not want to compromise with the Syrians.
(This Second one gives me the understanding that Humility, Healing And Honesty are all linked)
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Sometimes God asks us to do things that we really do not want to do. We resist and have some contest in our heart with God. This is really wrong, there is no excuse for it. When God asks us to do something let us always be willing, no matter what it is. The result of our obedience will surely be good.

Wise People!

‘Wise People.’
a) Proverbs 10:13. Speak with understanding.
b) Proverbs 1:5. Can also listen and learn.
c) Proverbs 3:35. Will receive honour.
d) Proverbs 12:23. Keep what they know to themselves.
e) Proverbs 13:16. Think before they act.
f) Proverbs 14:16. Are careful and stay out of trouble.
g) Proverbs 14:24. Will be rewarded with wealth.
h) Proverbs 15:2. Use Knowledge when they speak.
i) Proverbs 15:7. Use their words to spread Knowledge.
j) Proverbs 22:17. Should be heard carefully.
k) Proverbs 24:5. Have great power.
l) Proverbs 29:8. Calm anger down.
m) Proverbs 29:11. Control their temper.
n) Ecclesiastes 2:14. See where they are going.
o) Ecclesiastes 9:1. Have their actions in God’s Hands.
p) Daniel 12:3. Will shine like the brightness of the sky.
(Through this QT I desire to be a Wise Person)
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‘Show Mercy.’
a) Luke 10:36-37. And be a good neighbour.
b) Exodus 33:19; Isaiah 14:1; 51:3. It is a godly thing to do.
c) Zechariah 7:9; Matthew 9:13. The Lord tells us to do it.
d) Matthew 5:7. And be Blessed.
e) James 2:13. It is an important part of the Christian Faith.
f) Jude 1:22. To those people whose Faith is wavering.
(This Second one encourages me to Show Mercy)
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Chris.
Wisdom will be rewarded by God. It is good and Biblical to get Wisdom but we should not be proud about Wisdom. All good Wisdom comes from God. There is a worldly wisdom which we should reject because it is sin.

Four Faithful Men!

‘Four Faithful Men.’
Daniel 1:1-20.
a) Daniel 1:1. It was a difficult time for God’s People. In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it.
b) Daniel 1:2; Romans 8:28. This was the Lord’s doing. The Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into Nebuchadnezzar’s hand, with some of the articles of the house of God, which he carried into the land of Shinar to the house of his god; and he brought the articles into the treasure house of his god.
c) Daniel 1:3. Nebuchadnezzar told Ashpenaz, his chief of staff, to gather together young men of potential.
d) Daniel 1:4. These young men:-
1- Had no blemish.
2- Were good looking.
3- Were gifted in all Wisdom.
4- Possessed knowledge.
5- Were quick to understand.
6- Had ability to serve. They were humble.
7- Had ability to learn a new language. They were teachable.
e) Daniel 1:5. The king provided abundantly for them for a three year training programme.
f) Daniel 1:6-7. Daniel and his three friends were sons of Judah.
1- Daniel means: God is my judge.
2- Hananiah means: God has favoured.
3- Mishael means: who is what God is.
4- Azariah means: Jehovah has helped.
Their names were changed by Ashpenaz. These names were intentionally given to deny the living God.
1- Daniel became Belteshazzar meaning: lord of the straitened people’s treasure.
2- Hananiah became Shadrach meaning: the great scribe.
3- Mishael became Meshach meaning the guest of a king.
4- Azariah became Abednego meaning servant of Nebo (a Babylonian god).
g) Daniel 1:8. Daniel asked Ashpenaz that he be not defiled with the feasts of the king’s delicacies and wine.
h) Daniel 1:9. Daniel found favour with Ashpenaz.
i) Daniel 1:10. Ashkenaz was afraid of king Nebuchadnezzar, if Daniel’s health deteriorated Ashkenaz would be in trouble.
j) Daniel 1:11-13. Daniel and his three friends asked for a 10 day test eating just vegetables and water. Then, after those ten days, their appearances could be checked. These men had active Faith.
k) Daniel 1:14. Ashkenaz agreed to the four men’s request.
l) Daniel 1:15-16. After the ten days, their health looked better than all the other young men so they had a permanent diet of vegetables and water.
m) Daniel 1:17. For the four young men God gave them Knowledge and skill in all literature and Wisdom.
n) Daniel 1:17. Especially for Daniel, God gave him understanding in visions and dreams.
o) Daniel 1:18. After the three year training programme the four men were brought before king Nebuchadnezzar.
p) Daniel 1:19. The king interviewed them and found them to be exceptional and he appointed them as personal servants. (This must have caused jealousy amongst Nebuchadnezzar’s own people)
q) Daniel 1:20. These four men had more Wisdom and Understanding than anyone else.
(Through this QT I am Blessed by the lives of Four Faithful Men)
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‘Rage.’
a) Daniel 3:13. Can cause unjust punishment.
b) 2 Kings 5:12. Can cause us to miss God’s healing in our lives.
c) 2 Kings 19:27; 2 Chronicles 28:9; Isaiah 37:28-29. God knows our rage.
d) 2 Kings 19:28. Can cause defeat and captivity.
e) Psalm 2:1; Acts 4:25. Can be a national problem.
f) Daniel 11:11. Can cause wars.
g) Luke 6:11. Is anti Christ.
(This Second one makes me realise how dangerous Rage is)
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Chris.
Rage is a destroyer. Let us forsake rage and follow the right way for our lives. Rage destroys health, rage destroys marriages, rage destroys friendships and rage can make the person who has it very lonely. Get rid of rage in Jesus Name.

Be Considerate To Other Believers!

‘Be Considerate To Other Believers.’
Romans 15:1-7.
a) Romans 15:1. If our Faith is strong we should be sensitive towards those people whose Faith is weak.
b) Romans 15:1. We should not just please ourselves.
c) Romans 15:2. We should be trying to build our fellow Believers up.
d) Romans 15:3. Even Christ did not try to please Himself.
e) Romans 15:4. The Scriptures were written to teach and encourage us by giving us Hope.
f) Romans 15:5. God is the One Who makes us Patient and Cheerful.
g) Romans 15:5. As we follow Christ we need to be at Peace with each other.
h) Romans 15:6. We should be able to Praise God together in unity.
i) Romans 15:7. We should honour God by accepting each other just as Christ has accepted us.
(This QT exhorts me to Be Considerate To Other Believers)
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‘Winning Battles God’s Way.’
(The True Story of Gideon and his army defeating the Midianites)
Judges 7:1-25.
a) Judges 7:1. It was early in the morning that the battle preparations began. Whether in Church or at home, if we are to be victorious Believers it is good to have time with God in the early morning.
b) Judges 7:2. The battle could not be won with the mere might of human numbers. God told Gideon that his army had to be reduced in size.
c) Judges 7:3. God said that all the people who were fearful had to leave the army and go home. More than half the people left.
d) Judges 7:4-7. God made Gideon’s army drink water and only those who drank water in a certain way were to be included in Gideon’s army. It meant his army was reduced to 300 men.
e) Judges 7:7. God Promised Gideon that He was going to help this army to defeat the Midianites.
f) Judges 7:8. Gideon’s army had:-
1- An abundance of food.
2- An abundance of trumpets.
3- An advantageous position – they were on the top of a hill.
g) Judges 7:9. That night God gave instructions to Gideon to get up and attack. He was going to give the Midianites into Gideon’s hands.
h) Judges 7:10. God knew that Gideon was still somewhat afraid. God told Gideon to take his servant Purah down to the Midianite camp secretly.
i) Judges 7:11. Gideon and Purah were told by God to listen to what the Midianites were saying then they would have confidence about defeating them in battle. Sometimes we miss out on the Lord’s Plans simply because we do not listen carefully to what other people are saying.
j) Judges 7:12. It was a huge camp that not only contained the Midianite army but also the armies of many eastern Nations.
k) Judges 7:13-14. Gideon overheard the conversation between two soldiers in the camp one soldier had a dream and the second interpreted it. The interpretation was about Gideon and his army defeating the Midianite army and all the other armies that were in the camp. The world system and other religions also have spiritual manifestations that are similar to Biblical ones. We need to test these manifestations by their fruit, fulfilment, adherence to Scripture and the personal holiness and righteous lives of the purveyors of such manifestations. Especially from North America at this time there is an abundance of satanic mimicry using the Name of Jesus Christ.
l) Judges 7:15. As a result of the listening Gideon and Purah Praised God for they knew it was time to defeat the Midianites.
m) Judges 7:16. Gideon prepared his army for battle with:-
1- Trumpets.
2- Large clay jars.
3- Flame torches.
n) Judges 7:17. The army had to keep their eyes on Gideon and as they got close to the camp they were to do as Gideon did.
o) Judges 7:18. They were to blow their trumpets and shout: “Fight for the Lord and fight for Gideon.”
p) Judges 7:19-20. Gideon and his army came close to the Midianite camp just after dusk. They all:-
1- Blew their trumpets.
2- Smashed the clay jars holding the torches. (It was not a waste)
3- Shouted fight with your swords for the Lord and for Gideon. They added the word “sword”, our sword is the Word of God.
q) Judges 7:21. The Midianites were thrown into confusion and the army of Gideon simply stood and held their ground.
r) Judges 7:22. Gideon’s army blew their trumpets again and the Midianites with their associated armies were thrown into confusion.
s) Judges 7:23-25. Gideon called for some help then and the Midianites were totally defeated. Notice the names of two of the enemy leaders, Raven and Wolf, very significant.
(This Second one encourages me to be Winning Battles God’s Way)
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Chris.
There are times when God wants us to actively obey Him and to obey the people God has given to us as our spiritual leaders. The army of Gideon were to blow their trumpets and shout their message. They could not win by just agreeing with what Gideon said. They had to participate.

Wisdom Is!

‘Wisdom Is.’
a) Proverbs 10:13. Found on the lips of a person who has understanding.
b) Job 12:12. With the aged.
c) Job 28:18; Proverbs 8:11. More valuable than pearls.
d) Proverbs 4:7. To be got together with insight.
e) Proverbs 10:23. Pleasure to a man of understanding.
f) Proverbs 24:7. Too high for a fool.
g) Proverbs 24:14. A source of Hope to our soul.
h) Ecclesiastes 9:16. Better than might.
i) Ecclesiastes 9:18. Better than weapons of war.
j) Matthew 11:19. Justified by her deeds.
(Through this QT I have some idea of what value Wisdom Is)
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‘Really?’
Judges 6:13.
Gideon could not believe that the Lord was with Him and with His People.
a) If the Lord is with us WHY has all this trouble happened?
b) If the Lord is with us WHERE are all His Wonderful deeds?
c) Do we have the same God as our fathers?
d) It seems like the Lord has forsaken us.
(This Second one may comfort some people who are asking the question: “Really?” when things are not going so well)
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Chris.
Wisdom is very valuable and precious. We should treat Wisdom well and take time to ponder on the Wisdom that the Lord gives to us. Both the Old and New Testaments encourage us to seek for Wisdom.

New Life Noah Style!

‘New Life Noah Style.’
Genesis 8:1-20.
Here are some lessons we can learn from the assuaging of the flood in the days of Noah.
a) Genesis 8:1-4. God takes the initiative to begin our new life.
b) Genesis 8:5. To enter properly into new life we need patience.
c) Genesis 8:6-12. To enter properly into new life we need faith.
d) Genesis 8:13-14. To enter properly into new life we need practically to be ready.
e) Genesis 8:15-17. To enter properly into new life we need to listen to what the Lord says to us.
f) Genesis 8:18-19. To enter properly into new life we need to obey God.
g) Genesis 8:20. The first occupation in our new life is Worship.
(This QT shows me New Life Noah Style)
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‘Principles Of God’s Covenants.’
a) Genesis 9:9-10; 6:18; Ezekiel 16:60. God is the One Who Establishes His Covenants and not us. He is the Initiator.
b) Genesis 9:11. God’s Covenants are Covenants of Life.
c) Genesis 9:12-13 & 17; 17:11; Isaiah 54:9. God confirms His Covenants with signs.
d) Genesis 9:15-16; Leviticus 26:42. God remembers His Covenants.
e) Deuteronomy 7:9. God keeps His Covenants.
f) 2 Samuel 23:5. God’s Covenants are ordered and secured.
(Through this Second one I learn some Principles Of God’s Covenants)
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Chris.
The Christian Church is really being shaken in these days by the Lord because He wants His Church to be Pure and Holy. The Message of the Gospel is a Message of New Life in Jesus Christ. We need to enter into this New Life properly through a discipleship programme so that we can have some kind of clear idea of what it means to be a True Believer in Jesus Christ.

Practical Harmony In The Church!

‘Practical Harmony In The Church.’
Romans 14:19-23.
a) Romans 14:19. Let us aim for harmony in the Church and try to build each other up.
b) Romans 14:20. Don’t tear apart the work of God over what you eat. Remember, all foods are acceptable, but it is wrong to eat something if it makes another person stumble.
c) Romans 14:21. It is better not to do anything that would make another person stumble.
d) Romans 14:22. Our own conviction and conscience is important to us in a personal way.
e) Romans 14:23. If we doubt, then follow our convictions.
f) Romans 14:23. To ignore our own convictions and conscience is sin.
(This QT teaches me one of the ways to Practical Harmony In The Church)
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‘Forty Days.’
a) Genesis 7:4, 12 & 17. The flood came upon the Earth.
b) Genesis 8:6. Forty more days to the beginning of New Life.
c) Genesis 50:3. The time for an embalming period.
d) Exodus 24:18; 34:28. Moses was on the Mount with God.
e) Numbers 13:25; 14:34; Deuteronomy 9:9. The spies looked out in the Promised Land.
f) Deuteronomy 9:18. The time of Moses’ repentance on behalf of God’s People.
g) 1 Samuel 17:16. Goliath goaded Israel.
h) 1 Kings 19:8. Elijah had a forty day journey.
i) Jonah 3:4. Jonah was given the Message that Nineveh would be destroyed in forty days.
j) Matthew 4:2. Christ fasted.
k) Mark 1:13; Luke 4:2. Christ was tempted by Satan.
l) Acts 1:3. For forty days after His Resurrection Christ appeared to His Disciples at different times.
(This Second one shows me how significant Forty Days are)
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Chris.
When we are called to repent or our heart is moved to repent, this is not a light thing. Firstly, repentance is a turning away from sin in a specific way to God. Secondly, repentance must include some kind of confession of sin specifically. Thirdly, repentance should bring forth fruit, the fruit of repentance.

The Power Of Love!

‘The Power Of Love.’
a) Proverbs 10:12; 1 Peter 4:8. It covers all transgressions.
b) 1 Corinthians 13:7. Love:-
1- Bears all things.
2- Believes all things.
3- Hopes all things.
4- Endures all things.
c) 1 John 2:10. Keeps us in God’s Light.
d) John 13:35. Lets other people know that we are Christ’s Disciples.
e) 1 John 3:14. An evidence that we possess Eternal Life.
f) Philippians 1:9. It develops into knowledge and keen insight.
(Through this QT I find The Power Of Love)
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‘Obedient Noah.’
Genesis 6:8-22.
a) Genesis 6:8. Found Grace in the Eyes of the Lord.
b) Genesis 6:9. Noah was:-
1-A Righteous man.
2-Blameless.
3-A man who walked with God.
c) Genesis 6:10. Noah was a father.
d) Genesis 6:11-12. Was living at a time when there was so much corruption on the Earth in the Sight of God.
e) Genesis 6:13. God planned to destroy the population of the Earth.
f) Genesis 6:14-16. Noah was to build a huge ark in obedience to God.
g) Genesis 6:17. God planned to destroy all flesh by flood.
h) Genesis 6:18. God established His Covenant with Noah.
i) Genesis 6:18-21. Noah and his family and living creatures by twos and sevens were taken into the ark. Also food for all humanity and creatures in the ark.
j) Genesis 6:22. Noah obeyed God in all that God commanded him.
(Through this Second one I am Blessed and I hope influenced by the life of Obedient Noah)
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Chris.
God planned way back in Noah’s day to destroy the population of the Earth because it had become so corrupt. The Bible tells us of a coming day when God will do something similar but by fire. In Isaiah chapter 43 God tells His People that He will be with them in times of flood and fire. Surely He was with Noah and at the time of God’s Judgment on the Earth by fire God’s obedient people will not be burned. We have Eternal Life and a place in Eternity.