Parents And Children!

‘Parents And Children.’
a) Proverbs 15:20. Sensible children bring joy to their father; foolish children despise their mother.
b) Proverbs 10:1. A wise child brings joy to a father; a foolish child brings grief to a mother.
c) Proverbs 17:21. It is painful to be the parent of a fool; there is no joy for the father of a rebel.
d) Proverbs 17:25. A foolish child brings grief to a father and bitterness to a mother.
e) Proverbs 23:15-16. My child, how I will rejoice if you become wise. Yes, my heart will thrill when you speak what is right and just.
f) Proverbs 23:24-25. The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure it is to have wise children. So give your parents joy! May she who gave you birth be happy.
g) Proverbs 27:11. My child, how happy I will be if you turn out to be wise! Then I will be able to answer my critics.
h) Proverbs 28:7. Young people who obey the law are wise; those who seek out worthless companions bring shame to their parents.
(Through this QT I understand the importance of a good relationship between Parents And Children)
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‘Already In Church? – Be Good Ground.’
Luke 8:13-15.
a) Luke 8:13. Some people’s hearts are rocky ground. This means that when the Seed of the Word of God is sown into their lives initially they have Joy but their Faith does not develop. They believe for a while and then they abandon their Faith.
b) Luke 8:14. Some people’s hearts are thorny ground. This means that when they hear Word of God they cannot produce any good fruit because their lives are choked up with:-
1- Worries.
2- Riches.
3- Pleasures of this life.
c) Luke 8:15. Some people’s hearts are good ground. This means that when they hear the Word of God they keep it and they bring forth fruit with patience.
(This Second one is a clear message: Already In Church? – Be Good Ground)
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Chris.
Faith needs to develop. Faith is something that is living and it has to grow and keep growing in the life of the True Believer. It should develop and grow continually until we go to Heaven.

We Need To Understand Grace!

‘We Need To Understand Grace’
The Grace of God has certain applications to our lives and meaning for our lives that are clearly defined in Scripture. We need to Believe the Word of God and apply it to our lives.
a) Ephesians 2:8. God Saved us by His special favour when we believed. We cannot take credit for this – it is a Gift from God.
b) Ephesians 2:9. Salvation is not a reward for the good things that we have done, none of us can boast about it.
c) 1 Corinthians 2:1-2. God’s Message is Jesus Christ and His Death on the Cross.
d) 2 Corinthians 5:19. God was in Christ reconciling the World to Himself, no longer counting people’s sins against them.
e) Titus 2:13. We have Hope of Eternal Life and look forward to that wonderful event when the Glory of our Great God and Saviour Jesus Christ will be revealed.
f) 1 Corinthians 15:3-4. According to the Scriptures:-
1-Christ died for our sins.
2-Christ was buried,
3-Christ was raised from the dead on the third day.
(Through this QT I am reminded that continually I Need To Understand Grace)
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‘Fear Not – Move On.’
a) Nehemiah 2:1. Nehemiah, the king’s cup bearer was sad in the king’s presence – this was unusual.
b) Nehemiah 2:2. The king wanted to know why Nehemiah’s heart was sad.
c) Nehemiah 2:3. Nehemiah was sad because of the condition of Jerusalem.
d) Nehemiah 2:4. Wise Nehemiah. When the king asked him what he wanted Nehemiah Prayed.
e) Nehemiah 2:5. Then Nehemiah asked the king’s favour. He wanted to go back to Jerusalem and restore it.
f) Nehemiah 2:6. Nehemiah gave an estimation to the royal couple of how long it would take to go and restore Jerusalem.
g) Nehemiah 2:7-8. Nehemiah requested the king give him letters for a safe passage and for provision of the material needed for the restoration process.
h) Nehemiah 2:8. God’s Hand was on Nehemiah so the king gave him all that he needed.
i) Nehemiah 2:9. Nehemiah went on his journey.
j) Nehemiah 2:10; 1 Corinthians 10:13. Nehemiah was confronted by opposition.
k) Luke 14:27. When we move on we are to take up our Cross to follow Jesus.
l) Luke 14:28; 2 Samuel 24:22-25. When we move on we need to count the cost.
m) John 20:21. Move on in Peace.
n) Philippians 4:19. God shall supply our needs.
(This Second one encourages me: Fear Not – Move On)
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Chris.
The Word of God is powerful, that is one of the things that is says about itself. One of the most powerful of its functions is the power to remind us of things that we need to be reminded about. When we ignore the Word of God then we spiritually starve ourselves.

The Glory Of God!

‘The Glory Of God.’
a) 1 Corinthians 10:31; Romans 6:13. Do everything to it.
b) Psalm 19:1. The heavens declare it.
c) Psalm 148:13. Is greater than Heaven and Earth.
d) Proverbs 25:2. Is to conceal a matter.
e) John 11:4. Some sickness is for it.
f) John 11:40. If we Believe we will see it.
g) Romans 3:23. All people have sinned and fallen short of it.
h) Romans 5:2. We rejoice in its Hope.
i) Romans 6:4. Christ was raised to Life by it.
j) Romans 15:7. Christ has welcomed us for it.
k) 2 Corinthians 3:7. Moses’ face shone with it.
l) Philippians 2:11. We confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to it.
m) Revelation 21:23. It is the light of the New Jerusalem.
(This QT encourages me to do all for The Glory Of God)
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‘Lord, Please Restore Us.’
a) Psalm 80:18-19. Cause Your Face to shine upon us and we will be Saved.
b) Psalm 71:20. The Lord will restore us again.
c) Hosea 6:1-2. We should return to the Lord.
d) Psalm 138:7. Though we walk in the midst of trouble, the Lord will revive us.
e) Lamentations 3:25-26. The LORD is good to those who wait for him, to anyone who seeks help from him. It is good to continue to hope and wait silently for the LORD to save us.
(Through this Second one I know that I can say to the Lord anytime: Lord, Please Restore Me)
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Chris.
The Promise of the Lord is that He will Restore us again. This indicates that Restoration by the the Lord is something that we may need to experience more than once in our lifetime. If we need to Pray this prayer again today let us not be ashamed to do so: Lord, Please Restore Me!

Keep To The Highway!

‘Keep To The Highway.’
a) Proverbs 15:19. It is the path of the upright.
b) Isaiah 11:16. God has made it.
c) Isaiah 19:23. It brings True Believers together.
d) Isaiah 35:8. It is a Highway of Holiness.
e) Isaiah 40:3. The Lord belongs there.
f) Isaiah 62:10. And keep the Highway in good condition.
g) Matthew 7:13. We should make sure we are on the right one, the Highway to Hell is broad.
(Through this QT I want to Keep To The Highway)
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‘God’s Love Expressed Through Grace.’
a) Romans 3:24-25. God’s Love for us:-
1-In His Gracious Kindness God has declared us not guilty.
2-God does this through Christ Jesus Who has freed us by taking away our sins.
3-God sent Jesus to take the punishment for our sins and satisfy God’s Anger against us.
4-We are made right with God when we Believe that Jesus shed His Blood and sacrificed His Life for us.
b) Romans 4:5. People are declared Righteous because of their Faith, not because of their work.
c) Romans 5:1. We have been made right in God’s Sight by Faith. We have Peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.
d) Galatians 2:16. We become right with God by Faith in Christ Jesus. We have believed in Christ Jesus that we might be accepted by God because of our Faith
in Christ.
e) Galatians 3:8. God accepts us on the basis of our Faith.
f) Galatians 3:24. Through Faith in Christ we are made right with God.
(In this Second one I find God’s Love Expressed Through Grace)
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Chris.
Keeping on the correct Highway is not something that just happens to us. We need to choose to keep to that Highway. God has prepared everything for us, we should follow Him.

Eternally Saved!

‘Eternally Saved.’
a) Ephesians 2:8-9. God has saved us and this Salvation is a Gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for good things that we have done.
b) 1 Peter 1:3. It is by God’s boundless Mercy that He has given us the privilege of being born again.
c) John 3:3. Unless we are Born Again we can never see the Kingdom of God.
d) 1 Peter 2:2. We need to grow into the Fullness of our Salvation.
e) Titus 2:11. The Grace of God has been revealed, bringing Salvation to all people.
f) Philippians 2:12-13. Be careful to put into action God’s saving work in our lives. We should obey God with deep reverence and fear. God is Working in us, giving us the desire to obey Him and the power to do what pleases Him.
g) 1 Peter 1:6-9. When our Faith is being tried, keep Trusting the Lord.
h) Colossians 3:1-4. We are to focus on the fact that we are Eternally Saved.
i) Titus 2:13. We are looking forward to the Revelation of Jesus Christ.
j) 1 Peter 1:4-5. God:-
1-Has reserved a priceless inheritance for His Children.
2-Is keeping this in Heaven for us, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay.
3-In His Mighty Power will protect us until we receive this Salvation because we are Trusting Him.
k) Ephesians 1:13. We have also heard the Truth – the Good News that God Saves us.
l) Romans 5:1. We have been made right in God’s Sight by Faith and we have Peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.
(Through this QT I thank God that I am Eternally Saved)
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‘Nehemiah – The Royal Cup Bearer.’
Nehemiah 1:1-11.
a) Nehemiah 1:1. He wrote his memoirs.
b) Nehemiah 1:2-3. He heard the very distressing news about the destruction of Jerusalem.
c) Nehemiah 1:4. Nehemiah’s response; he:-
1-Sat down.
2-Wept.
3-Mourned.
4-Fasted.
Prayed to the God of Heaven.
d) Nehemiah 1:5-11. He Prayed for God’s Mercy and repented on behalf of his people. He also Prayed for the opportunity to meet the King Artaxerxes.
e) John 5:30. Jesus sought the Will of the Father and not His Own. Nehemiah did the same thing. We should also seek to do the Will of God.
f) Matthew 9:36. Jesus had compassion on the multitude. Compassion is love in action. Nehemiah had compassion on his people. We should also be compassionate.
(Through the Second one I can find the heart of Nehemiah – The Royal Cup Bearer)
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Chris.
God’s Heaven is a very wonderful place for us, as True Believers, to look forward to. It is place that is pure and undefiled and always will be so. It is beyond change and decay. If we know Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Saviour we have assurance of Eternal Life and a place in God’s Heaven.

To Really Enjoy Our Meals!

‘To Really Enjoy Our Meals.’
1 Corinthians 10:25-30.
a) 1 Corinthians 10:25. We should eat anything sold in the market without letting our conscience trouble us.
b) 1 Corinthians 10:26. The Earth is the Lord’s and everything it contains is His.
c) 1 Corinthians 10:27. It is very acceptable to have a meal in the house of an unbeliever.
d) 1 Corinthians 10:28-29. If someone TELLS us that the food is offered to idols then we should not eat it. This is for the sake of the person who told us.
e) 1 Corinthians 10:29. Our freedom should not be judged by another person’s conscience. It means that we are offending them.
f) 1 Corinthians 10:30. We simply give thanks to God for the food we eat.
(This QT gives me guidance as to how To Really Enjoy My Meals with a free and clear conscience)
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‘Faith And Response.’
Luke 17:1-6.
a) Luke 17:1. Jesus said that situations that could cause people to lose their Faith are certain to arise.
b) Luke 17:1. It will horrible for the person who causes another to lose their Faith.
c) Luke 17:2. It would be better for the person who causes another to lose their Faith, especially if it is:-
1-A child.
2-A youth.
3-A new Believer.
d) Luke 17:2. It would be better for that offender to be thrown into the sea with a large stone around their neck.
e) Luke 17:3. If you see your Believer friends going wrong, correct them if they respond, forgive them.
f) Luke 17:4. Even if the person does wrong seven times in a day and comes back to say sorry forgive them.
g) Luke 17:5. The Apostles asked Jesus to give them more Faith. This Message was a challenge to them.
h) Luke 17:6. Jesus told them that they do not need more Faith, they simply needed real Faith.
(This Second one teaches me about Faith And Response)
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Chris.
Children are very sensitive and for most of them their experiences as a child are often remembered right through their adulthood. Christian parents that cause their children to lose their Faith are putting themselves in a very precarious position spiritually.

Disputes!

‘Disputes.’
a) Proverbs 15:18. Are calmed by the person who holds their temper.
b) Exodus 18:13. There were many amongst God’s People during the time of Moses’ Leadership.
c) Exodus 18:22. There are common disputes and major disputes.
d) Deuteronomy 1:16; Ezekiel 44:24. Should be judged and resolved fairly.
e) Proverbs 18:19. Are like the locked gate of a castle tower.
f) Isaiah 2:4; Ezekiel 34:20; Micah 4:3. Christ can settle them.
g) 1 Corinthians 6:3-4. The Church should be able to resolve the ones inside it.
(This QT gives to me some clear teaching about Disputes)
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‘Redeemed And Ransomed.’
a) Isaiah 35:10. Are joyful experiences.
b) Jeremiah 31:11-12. They are God’s Work and they take away sorrow.
c) Revelation 7:16-17. Is completed in Eternity.
(Through this Second one I thank God that I am Redeemed And Ransomed)
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Chris.
The judging of disputes takes Patience, Wisdom and the leading of the Holy Spirit with a pathway that is close to the Scriptures. Disputes are never solved by “brushing them under the carpet” nor by a dictatorial attitude.

Prayer That Has An Effect!

‘Prayer That Has An Effect.’
1 Timothy 2:1-2.
a) This Prayer is a priority – First of all.
b) The kind of Prayer that should be prayed:-
1- Supplications.
2- Prayers.
3- Intercessions.
4- Thanksgivings.
c) Whom should we be praying for?:-
1- All people.
2- National leaders.
3- All people who have authority over us.
d) The effect of this Prayer is that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in a godly and respectful way.
(This QT reveals to me Prayer That Has An Effect)
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‘A Blessed Life For The True Believer.’
a) Matthew 6:33. We are to seek first the Kingdom of God and then all things shall be added to us.
b) Galatians 3:13-14. Christ died at the Cross to Redeem us and to give us the Holy Spirit.
c) Isaiah 53:5. Jesus went to the Cross to give us Peace and Healing.
d) 3 John 1:4. Now we are free to walk in the Truth.
e) John 8:31-32. The Word of the Lord makes us Disciples and gives us Freedom.
f) Deuteronomy 28:1-2; Isaiah 1:19; Matthew 25:21. If we obey the Lord we will be Blessed.
g) Psalm 106:3. We will be Blessed if we maintain Justice and do what is right.
(This Second one reminds me that there is A Blessed Life For The True Believer)
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Chris.
Peace and Healing are purchased for us by Jesus Christ at the Cross. We can Trust this Promise of God’s Word. When we are in need of Peace and Healing we should first look to the Cross of Jesus Christ.

Think About Other People!

‘Think About Other People.’
1 Corinthians 10:23-24.
a) It is true that we are allowed to do anything. (As long as we do not break National laws or local regulations)
b) But not everything is good for us.
c) Not everything is beneficial for us or for other people.
d) We should not be just concerned for our own good.
e) We should be concerned for the good of other people.
(This QT encourages me to Think About Other People)
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‘To Be More Like Christ.’
a) Romans 8:29. God knew His People in advance and He chose them to become like His Son.
b) Romans 8:28. We know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those people who love Him and who are called according to His Purpose for them.
c) Romans 8:30. God has:-
1-Chosen us.
2-Called us to come to Him.
3-Given us right standing with Himself.
4-Promised us His Glory.
d) 1 Thessalonians 5:24. The One Who calls us is Faithful, He will do it.
e) Philippians 3:12. We have not yet reached perfection but we keep working towards that day when we will finally be all that Christ Jesus saved us for and wants us to be.
f) Philippians 3:13. We are still not all that we should be, but we focus all of our energies on this: Forget the past and look forward to what lies ahead.
g) Romans 12:2. We need to be transformed by the renewing of our mind.
h) 2 Corinthians 3:17-18. We are changed from Glory to Glory by the Holy Spirit.
i) Galatians 4:19. Apostle Paul was going through labour pains for the Galatian Church until Christ was fully developed in their lives.
j) Ephesians 4:15. As we hold to the Truth in Love we will become more and more in every way like Christ.
k) Ephesians 4:13. When we come, as a Church, to Unity in our Faith and Knowledge of God’s Son then we will be mature and fully grown in the Lord, measuring up to the full stature of Christ.
(Through this Second one I find how To Be More Like Christ, both individually and as a Church)
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Chris.
The modern way in many evangelical Churches of presenting the Gospel to their hearers often misrepresents the True heart and meaning of the Scriptures. In the Book of Acts in the New Testament there were a few instances where individuals were ministered to but generally it was to whole cities and communities of Believers. In the Ministry of Jesus in the Gospels, there were only a few cases of individual ministry mostly He ministered to crowds or to His Disciples. The Gospel correctly presented is not an emphasis on “me and God” but rather “God and us”. Modern style individualistic Gospel preaching only produces selfish Christians who have a “what about me” attitude.

A Pleasant Meal!

‘A Pleasant Meal.’
Proverbs 15:15-17.
a) Proverbs 15:15. A cheerful heart has a continual feast.
b) Proverbs 15:16. A simple meal. Better to have a little with the Fear of the LORD than great treasure and turmoil.
c) Proverbs 15:17. Forget the steaks, have Love and the Fear of the Lord. Better to have a little with the Fear of the LORD than great treasure and turmoil.
(This QT reminds me to have A Pleasant Meal)
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‘Pray For Victory Over Our Enemies.’
a) Psalm 83:16. Utterly disgrace them until they submit to Your Name, Oh Lord.
b) Psalm 6:10. May all my enemies be disgraced and terrified, may they suddenly turn back in shame.
c) Psalm 9:19. Arise, Oh Lord! Do not let mere mortals defy you! Let the Nations be judged in your Presence!
d) Psalm 9:20. Make them tremble in fear, Oh Lord. Let them know they are merely human.
e) Psalm 34:5. Those who look to Him for help will be radiant with Joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.
(This Second one encourages me to Pray For Victory Over My Enemies, whatever kind of enemies they may be)
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Chris.
There are frequent times in these days of plurality and compromise that mortals are defying the Living God. We can pray if we are suffering because of such circumstances that are in our environment. We can also take heart and Hope because God has the final word.

Making Disciples!

‘Making Disciples.’
a) Matthew 28:18-20. The Great Commission Plan.
1-Matthew 28:18. Under the Authority of Jesus.
2-Matthew 28:19. Of all Nations.
3-Matthew 28:20. To pass on the Teaching from Jesus to the New Disciples.
4-Matthew 28:20. Jesus is with Disciple makers.
b) John 20:21. Peace needs to be in the heart of the Disciple maker and the assurance that they are sent by Jesus.
c) Luke 24:47-48. With the Authority of Jesus:-
1-Take the Message of Repentance to all Nations.
2-Begin in Jerusalem. This was the home Church.
3-The Disciple makers are witnesses of Jesus.
d) Matthew 16:18. Jesus is building His Church and the powers of hell shall not conquer it.
e) Acts 1:8. Disciple makers need to be empowered by the Holy Spirit, then they can be effective in their ministry.
f) Acts 13:48. The Gentile response to the Message of Salvation:-
1-They were very glad.
2-They thanked the Lord.
3-All of them who were appointed to Eternal Life became Believers.
g) Acts 2:42. The place for making Disciples should be the local Church.
h) Matthew 7:21. Disciples learn to obey the Heavenly Father.
i) Matthew 7:24. The Disciple of Jesus Christ needs to listen to His Teaching and to do what He says.
j) John 13:17; Deuteronomy 6:3; 1 John 5:3. Disciples need to be doers.
(Through this QT I know that an important part of the life of the Church is Making Disciples)
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‘Receive The Holy Spirit.’
a) Matthew 3:11; Acts 1:5. Jesus is the One who baptises us with the Holy Spirit.
b) Acts 1:4. The Holy Spirit is Promised to Believers by the Heavenly Father.
c) Acts 2:1-4 & 42. The first New Testament Believers were all filled with the Holy Spirit and they became the Early Church.
d) John 20:22-23. The Disciples needed the Holy Spirit to enable them to minister.
e) Acts 2:37-39. The Holy Spirit is the Promise of God.
f) Acts 8:15 & 17; 19:6. Sometimes we can Pray for others to receive the Holy Spirit.
g) 1 Corinthians 12:3. He helps us to proclaim the Lordship of Jesus.
h) Acts 10:44-46. Sometimes He comes in unusual circumstances.
(Through this Second one I remember that I need to encourage True Believers to Receive The Holy Spirit and to continually be filled with the Holy Spirit)
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Chris.
Disciple makers are also witnesses of Jesus Christ. To make Disciples we do not teach them human logic or our favourite doctrines. The only way to effectively make Disciples is to Teach them from the Words of Jesus Christ. To be able to Teach the Words of Jesus Christ we need to receive those Words for ourselves and to live them out in our daily lives.

Follow The Pure Way!

‘Follow The Pure Way.’
1 Corinthians 10:19-22.
a) 1 Corinthians 10:19. When people offer to a false god or idol they are offering to a “nothing”.
b) 1 Corinthians 10:20. These people are offering to demons not false god and idols.
c) 1 Corinthians 10:21. We cannot partake of the Holy Communion and continue offering to demons.
d) 1 Corinthians 10:22. Are we trying to arouse the Lord’s Jealousy as Israel did?
(This QT calls me to Follow The Pure Way)
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‘When God Moves Us To A New Place.’
Jeremiah 29:7.
a) For the place the Lord has taken us to we are to work for its:-
1- Peace.
2- Prosperity.
3- Good.
b) We are to be praying for that place.
c) If the place has Peace and Prosperity, we will have it too.
(Through this Second one I see what my strategy should be When God Moves Me To A New Place)
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Chris.
We cannot mix the Worship of God through Holy Communion and the worship of demons. For the True Believer this is a spiritual impossibility. We need to forsake all idol worship of any kind if we truly want to Worship God.

Be Cheerful!

‘Be Cheerful.’
a) Proverbs 15:15. Then our life will be a continual feast.
b) 1 Kings 8:66; 2 Chronicles 7:10. Because of all the Blessings of the Lord.
c) Job 9:27. We have to try to be.
d) Psalm 31:24. Because we Trust the Lord.
e) Proverbs 15:13. Because of a glad heart.
f) Proverbs 17:22; 18:14. It is good medicine.
g) Proverbs 31:25. A good wife is about the future.
h) Ecclesiastes 7:14. When times are good.
i) Ecclesiastes 8:1. Because of the Wisdom we have.
j) Ecclesiastes 11:9. While we are young.
k) Romans 15:5. It comes from God.
l) 2 Corinthians 5:6. Always.
m) 2 Corinthians 5:8. Because one day we are going to be at home with the Lord.
n) 2 Corinthians 9:7. As a giver.
o) Philippians 2:29. In welcoming the Servant of the Lord.
p) James 5:13. Then sing Praise to God.
(Through this QT I want to Be Cheerful)
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‘Harps.’
a) Psalm 137:2. Can be hung on willow trees.
b) Genesis 4:21. Have a long tradition as musical instruments.
c) 1 Samuel 10:5; 2 Kings 3:15. Can accompany prophets when they prophesy.
d) 1 Samuel 16:16. Have power over evil spirits.
e) 1 Samuel 16:23. David played one.
f) Job 21:12. Can be used at times of celebration.
g) Job 30:31; Isaiah 16:11. Can play sad music.
h) Psalm 33:2; 43:4; 71:22. Can be used to sing Praises to God.
i) Psalm 33:3; Isaiah 23:16; 1 Corinthians 14:7. Should be played skilfully.
j) Psalm 49:4. Can inspire us.
(This Second one teaches me about the significance of Harps)
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Chris.
King David played a harp, it was a common traditional instrument to play in Bible days. Today we sometimes restrict our thinking of harps as huge orchestral instruments. Actually there are still small harps that can be played for personal Praise and use.

Apostle Paul: A Bold Beginning!

‘Apostle Paul: A Bold Beginning.’
Acts 9:20-30.
a) Acts 9:20. At the beginning of his ministry Apostle Paul immediately began to spread the Word in their synagogues that Jesus was the Son of God.
b) Acts 9:21. All Paul’s hearers were amazed. He was the one who formerly was actively persecuting Believers.
c) Acts 9:22. From the Word of God Paul was proving to the Jews that Jesus was the Christ.
d) Acts 9:23-25. Paul needed to escape from that place and he went to Jerusalem.
e) Acts 9:26. When Paul got to Jerusalem all the Disciples were afraid of him because of his past reputation.
f) Acts 9:27. Barnabas helped Paul to be accepted by the Apostolic Leadership in Jerusalem.
g) Acts 9:28. In Jerusalem Paul spoke boldly with the Power and Authority of the Lord.
h) Acts 9:29-30. Because of an attempt on his life the Believers in Jerusalem sent Paul off to Tarsus.
(Through this QT I am inspired and amazed by the Care and Wisdom of the early Believers, Apostle Paul: A Bold Beginning)
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‘Apostle Paul Trusted In The Holy Spirit’s Power.’
1 Corinthians 2:3-5.
a) 1 Corinthians 2:3. When Apostle Paul came to Gentile Corinth he was:-
1- Weak.
2- Afraid.
3- Nervous.
b) 1 Corinthians 2:4. Paul did not speak his Message with persuasive intellectual arguments but with a show of Spiritual Power.
c) 1 Corinthians 2:5. Paul wanted the Corinthian’s Faith to be based on God’s Power not human wisdom.
(This Second one shows me how in Mission Apostle Paul Trusted In The Holy Spirit’s Power)
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Chris.
Here we see that when faced with his Mission task Apostle Paul humanly felt very weak. This is very normal and should be the attitude and reality in every True Missionary’s heart on the mission field, so, like Paul the Missionary can trust in the Holy Spirit’s Power.

Partakers!

‘Partakers.’
a) 1 Corinthians 10:18; 9:10. The Jewish priests were united through partaking of what was offered on the altar.
b) 2 Corinthians 1:7; 1 Peter 4:13. As we partake in suffering so we also shall partake in God’s Comfort.
c) Hebrews 10:33. Sometimes we suffer persecution so also we shall comfort other people who are suffering the same things.
d) 2 Peter 1:4. We are all partakers of God’s Rich and Wonderful Promises.
e) Romans 11:17; Ephesians 3:6. Gentiles and Jews ‘together are partakers of God’s rich nourishment of His special olive tree.
f) 1 Corinthians 9:23. In spreading the Good News we are also partakers of its Blessings.
g) Philippians 1:7. We can be partakers together of the Blessing of God in every environment.
h) Revelation 1:9. In Jesus we are partakers together in:-
1- Suffering.
2- The Kingdom of God.
3- Patient endurance.
i) 1 Timothy 6:2. Every Christian employee should be a partaker in obeying God’s Word regarding their attitude towards their employers.
j) Colossians 1:12. We should give thanks to the Father Who has enabled us to be partakers, along with other True Believers, of the inheritance of God’s Holy People who live in the Light.
(This QT teaches me that a Blessed part of my life as a True Believer is that I am included amongst Partakers)
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‘Apostle Paul Sometimes Felt Weak.’
2 Corinthians 11:21-33.
a) 2 Corinthians 11:21. He was weak because of his love for the Corinthian Church. If he bragged he would be like a fool. Some in the Church were bragging – they were foolish.
b) 2 Corinthians 11:22. Apostle Paul’s Jewish heritage.
c) 2 Corinthians 11:23-27. Apostle Paul’s suffering as a Servant of Christ, it made a deep impression on him. It was so clearly recorded.
d) 2 Corinthians 11:28. He had a daily pressure of anxiety about the churches.
e) 2 Corinthians 11:29. When other people were weak – Paul also was weak.
f) 2 Corinthians 11:29. Paul was upset when other people were led into sin.
g) 2 Corinthians 11:30. Apostle Paul would only brag about showing how weak he was.
h) 2 Corinthians 11:31. God knew Paul was not exaggerating or lying.
i) 2 Corinthians 11:32-33. Paul had to escape and run from Damascus.
(This Second one gives me great comfort, even Apostle Paul Sometimes Felt Weak)
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Chris.
Apostle Paul sometimes got upset, it mentions here that one reason he got upset was when other people were led into sin. He knew the damage that sin can do to families, individuals and churches. It is quite acceptable to get upset about the right things.

True Knowledge!

‘True Knowledge.’
a) Proverbs 15:14; 18:15. Is sought by the minds of intelligent people.
b) Exodus 31:3; 35:31; 1 Samuel 2:3. Comes firstly from God.
c) Numbers 24:16. Is knowledge of the Most High.
d) 1 Kings 7:14. Is needed for practical things.
e) 2 Chronicles 1:10-12; Psalm 119:66; Colossians 1:9. Can be prayed for.
f) Ezra 7:11. Is needed of the Word of God.
g) Job 33:3. Should be spoken with sincerity.
h) Job 37:16. Only God has perfect Knowledge.
i) Proverbs 1:7. Begins with the Fear of the Lord.
j) Proverbs 10:14; 21:11. Is stored up by Wise people.
k) Proverbs 11:9. Delivers Righteous people.
l) Proverbs 13:16. A sensible person acts with it.
m) Proverbs 15:7. Is spread through the lips of wise people.
n) Proverbs 17:27. Makes a person control their Words.
o) Proverbs 24:4. Fills your home with precious things.
p) Ecclesiastes 1:17; Mark 4:24. We need to apply our mind to know it.
q) Isaiah 11:2; 1 Corinthians 12:8. Comes from the Holy Spirit.
r) Jeremiah 3:15; Malachi 2:7; 2 Corinthians 2:14. Comes from true shepherds who are after God’s Own Heart.
s) Habakkuk 2:14; 2 Corinthians 4:6. Is of the Glory of the Lord.
t) Matthew 13:12; Romans 14:14. Comes from the Teaching of Jesus Christ.
u) Luke 1:77. Is of Salvation.
v) Romans 3:20. Is knowledge of our sinfulness.
w) Romans 15:14. Is something to be filled with.
x) Ephesians 4:13. Is of Jesus Christ the Son of God.
y) 1 Timothy 2:4; 2 Timothy 2:25; Titus 1:1. Is of the Truth.
(This QT gives me a yearning for True Knowledge)
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‘A Wonderful Letter.’
2 Corinthians 3:2-3.
a) The Corinthian Church was a letter recommending Apostle Paul’s team.
b) It was a letter written on the hearts of the team.
c) It was a letter that could be known and read by all people.
d) They were really a letter of Christ, as they were merely cared for through Apostle Paul’s team’s ministry.
e) The letter was written by the Spirit of God upon their hearts.
(Here, in this Second one, I find a Wonderful Letter)
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Chris.
Knowledge of the Truth is something that every True Believer should yearn for. There are many deceptive teachings that attempt to infiltrate the Church in these days. True Believers need Knowledge of the Truth.

God's Name!

‘God’s Name.’
a) Romans 2:24. Is cursed among the Gentiles because of immoral Christians.
b) Psalm 69:30. Is to be Praised.
c) 1 Timothy 6:1. Should not be slandered because of employees who do not respect their employers.
(Through this QT I revere God’s Name)
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‘Have Faith.’
a) Hebrews 11:1. Faith assures us of things we expect and convinces us of the existence of things we cannot see.
b) Hebrews 3:14. We need to hold on to our original confidence until the end.
c) Hebrews 6:5. It tastes the good Word of God and the powers of the World to come.
d) Hebrews 11:6. Without Faith it is impossible to please God.
e) Romans 8:25. But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.
(This Second one encourages me to Have Faith)
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Chris.
God’s Name is to be Praised. We live in days when it is very common to either praise or criticise other people. So often Church people talk about other people rather than talking about the Lord or God’s Word. Let us Praise God’s Name!

The Cup And The Bread!

The Cup And The Bread ‘.’
1 Corinthians 10:16-17.
a) The Communion cup is a Cup of Blessing.
b) When we take it we share in the Blood of Christ.
c) When we break the Bread we are sharing in the Body of Christ.
d) There is one loaf – we are one Body.
e) We are many individuals yet all of us share one Bread.
f) Christ Himself said that when we take Holy Communion we do it in remembrance of what He has done for us specifically at the Cross.
(This QT teaches me about The Cup And The Bread and shows its relevance for the Church, the Body of Christ)
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‘It Is Call Up Time.’
Psalm 110:3.
a) The Lord’s People will volunteer when He calls up His Army.
b) The Lord’s Young People (young adults and youth) will come to Him in Holy splendour.
c) The Lord’s People will be like dew in the early morning. (Dew is fresh and clean)
(Through this Second one I know that there is a Holy stirring: It Is Call Up Time)
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Chris.
When we partake of Holy Communion we are many individuals yet all of us share one Bread. We sometimes miss this thought when we all take individual wafers at the communion service rather than a literal loaf being broken. I do not oppose the use of individual wafers but they do tend to encourage the thought “me and Christ” rather than the thought “Christ, the Church and I” which is what Christ intended when He instigated this memorial ceremony. In taking the Wine and the Bread the Bible not only encourages us to think about our relationship with Christ but also with each other in the Body of Christ.

Joyful Things!

‘Joyful Things.’
a) Proverbs 15:13. Heart that makes a cheerful face.
b) Deuteronomy 15:16. Obedience.
c) 1 Samuel 18:6; 1 Chronicles 15:16; Psalm 47:1. Songs.
d) 1 Kings 8:66. Journey home.
e) 2 Chronicles 7:10. Heart because of what the Lord has done.
f) Ezra 3:13; Psalm 33:3; 42:4. Shouting.
g) Ezra 6:22. Festival.
h) Nehemiah 8:12. Celebration because of understanding the Words of God.
i) Psalm 5:11. Praises because of taking refuge in the Lord.
j) Psalm 30:11; Jeremiah 31:4. Dancing.
k) Psalm 35:9. The Lord’s Salvation.
l) Psalm 45:15. Procession.
m) Psalm 63:5. Lips.
n) Psalm 68:3; 89:16. Because of being Righteous before God.
o) Psalm 89:15. Call to Worship.
p) Psalm 94:12. People who are disciplined by the Lord.
q) Psalm 95:1-2; 98:4 & 6; 100:1. Noise.
r) Psalm 97:1. Islands.
s) Psalm 112:1; 119:2; 128:1. People who fear the Lord and who delight in obeying His Commands.
t) Psalm 113:9. Mother.
u) Psalm 119:1. People of integrity who follow the instructions of the Lord.
v) Psalm 126:3. Because of the great things that the Lord has done.
w) Proverbs 3:13. Because of finding Wisdom.
x) Proverbs 12:25. An encouraging word.
y) Proverbs 16:20. Because of trusting the Lord.
z) Ecclesiastes 7:14. The day of prosperity.
aa) Isaiah 35:10; 51:11. People that have been ransomed by the Lord.
bb) Isaiah 56:7. People in the House of Prayer.
cc) Jeremiah 7:34; 16:9; 25:10. The voices of Bridegrooms and Brides.
dd) John 15:11. The Words of Jesus Christ.
ee) Acts 2:46; Romans 15:32. Fellowship.
ff) Romans 12:12. Hope.
gg) Philippians 1:25. Our Faith.
hh) Philippians 2:29. Christian welcome.
ii) Hebrews 12:22. Angels.
(Through this QT I find that in God there are so many Joyful Things)
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‘Jesus Christ.’
Acts 5:31.
a) Is exalted by God to be a Leader Prince and Saviour.
b) Has come to give repentance to Israel – to change the way in which they think and act.
c) Has come to forgive people’s sins.
(This Second one tells me more about Jesus Christ)
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Chris.
Jesus Christ is King of kings, Lord of lords and God of gods. He is a unique Saviour. There is no one else like Him. He is the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last. He alone can give the gift of repentance and He alone can forgive our sins.

Things That Are Continually Before The Lord!

‘Things That Are Continually Before The Lord.’
a) Isaiah 49:16. The ruined walls of Jerusalem. (Meaning the condition of Jerusalem)
b) Exodus 27:20; Leviticus 24:2-4. The burning lamp on the lamp stand. (A picture of our spiritual life)
c) Exodus 28:29. The Lord is reminded of His People.
d) Joshua 1:8; Psalm 119:20 & 117. Our studying of the Word of God.
e) Joshua 6:9. The blowing of the horns. (A picture of our announcing the Kingdom of God)
f) Psalm 128:5. His Blessing upon His People.
g) Isaiah 58:11. His Guidance for His People.
h) Daniel 6:16 & 20. Our Worship.
i) Acts 1:14. The Disciples’ Prayers.
j) Colossians 1:10. The good and kind things we do for other people.
k) Hebrews 13:15; James 5:13. Our sacrifices of Praise to God.
(This QT reveals to me Things That Are Continually Before The Lord)
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‘God’s Love For Us Simply Expressed.’
Ephesians 2:4-6.
a) Ephesians 2:4. God is rich in Mercy toward us and has Great Love for us.
b) Ephesians 2:5. We were spiritually dead in our sins but He brought us to Life in Christ.
c) Ephesians 2:5. God has Saved us by Grace.
d) Ephesians 2:6. God has brought us to a place of union with Christ and now we can rule with Him in the Heavenly realms.
(Through this Second one I find God’s Love For Us Simply Expressed)
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Chris.
We all need to confess our need of Christ. We need Him because we were all dead in our sins. If the reader is not a True Believer it means that you are still dead in your sins and need Christ to save you from your sin. He has achieved this through His death at Calvary and His Resurrection.

Sensible People!

‘Sensible People.’
a) 1 Corinthians 10:15; Matthew 7:24; 2 Timothy 1:5. Can judge and discern the Word of God. They know how to interpret Truth.
b) Judges 13:23; 1 Samuel 25:3. Can sometimes be our own wives. We should listen to sensible wives.
c) Job 18:2. Can hold meaningful conversations.
d) Proverbs 10:19; 11:12. Keep their mouths shut when they should.
e) Proverbs 10:23. Get pleasure from living wisely.
f) Proverbs 12:8. Win admiration from other people.
g) Proverbs 15:20. Children bring joy to their fathers.
h) Proverbs 15:21. Stay on the right path.
i) Proverbs 17:24. Keep their eyes glued on Wisdom.
j) Proverbs 19:11. Control their temper and earn respect from other people by overlooking wrongs.
k) Matthew 24:45; Luke 12:42. A sensible servant is given responsibility by his master.
l) Acts 13:7. Have sound understanding.
m) 1 Timothy 3:2; Titus 1:8. Church Elders and Christian Leaders should be.
n) Titus 2:2. Older men in the Church should be.
(Through this QT I want to be amongst Sensible People)
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‘Be Careful About False Teachers.’
Matthew 16:6-12.
a) Matthew 16:6. Jesus said to the Disciples that they were to be on their guard against the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees.
b) Matthew 16:7. The Disciples were trying to understand what Jesus was talking about.
c) Matthew 16:8. Jesus knew what they were talking about and that the Disciples were completely misunderstanding. That is why He called them people of little faith.
d) Matthew 16:9-10. Jesus reminded His Disciples about their past miraculous experiences with bread.
e) Matthew 16:11. Jesus repeated himself that the Disciples needed to be on their guard against the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees.
f) Matthew 16:12. Then the Disciples understood that Jesus was talking about the teachings of the Pharisees and Sadducees.
(Through this Second one I am warned to Be Careful About False Teachers)
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Chris.
The Pharisees and Sadducees bound people with their false teachings. Their teachings were legalistic and put people into bondage. This was directly opposed to the Teaching of Jesus Christ which brought and still brings Freedom to people.

Scoffers!

‘Scoffers.’
a) Proverbs 15:12; 13:1. Do not like to be reproved.
b) Psalm 1:1. People will be Blessed if they refrain from being a scoffer.
c) Proverbs 1:22. Delight in being scoffers.
d) Proverbs 19:29. Condemnation is ready for them.
e) Proverbs 29:8. Set the city aflame.
f) Isaiah 28:14. In leadership need to hear the Word of the Lord.
g) Acts 13:41. Can be astounded and perish.
h) 2 Peter 3:3; Jude 1:18. Follow their own sinful desires.
i) Proverbs 9:7-8. Abuse and hate the people who try to correct them.
j) Proverbs 14:6. Seek Wisdom in vain.
k) Proverbs 21:24. Are arrogant and haughty people who act in pride.
l) Proverbs 22:10. Need to be driven out and then will cease:-
1- Strife.
2- Quarrelling.
3- Abuse.
m) Proverbs 24:9. Are an abomination to mankind.
n) Isaiah 29:20. Shall be made to cease.
(This QT teaches me that Scoffers are an abomination to God, the Church and humanity)
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‘Bad Repairers.’
Mark 2:21.
a) Patch old garments with un-shrunk cloth.
b) See the new patch shrink and pull away from the old cloth.
c) Leave and even bigger hole than before.
(Through this Second one I pray that the Church will be free from leaders who are Bad Repairers that make a bigger problem for the people)
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Chris.
Scoffers are an abomination to God, the Church and humanity. The statement that God unconditionally loves everyone is a lie that is told in many pulpits. Scoffers are an abomination to God. They can cause so much damage to people, families and Churches. If scoffers do not repent of their scoffing they put themselves in a very dangerous position with God.

Strife!

‘Strife.’
a) Matthew 10:34. Can sometimes come to the outwardly religious family because of Jesus.
b) Genesis 13:8. Between jealous relatives has to stop.
c) Psalm 31:20. We can be sheltered from it in the Presence of the Lord.
d) Proverbs 10:12. Has its root in hatred.
e) Proverbs 13:10. May come from pride.
f) Proverbs 17:1. Should not be present at a great feast.
g) Romans 12:18; 13:13; Galatians 5:15. Should be avoided by the True Believer.
h) Romans 14:1. With Believers who are weak in their Faith should be avoided by all means.
i) Galatians 5:19-20. May come from the desires of our sinful nature.
j) 2 Timothy 2:14. Can be commanded to be stopped in God’s Name.
k) James 3:14. Is not wise.
l) James 3:15. Is:-
1- Earthly.
2- Unspiritual.
3- Motivated by the Devil.
m) James 3:16. Will produce disorder and every kind of evil.
(This QT shows me that Strife should always be avoided amongst True Believers)
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‘A True Church Teacher.’
Matthew 13:52.
a) Is a Teacher of the Word of God.
b) Is a Disciple of the Kingdom of Heaven.
c) Brings out of the storehouse new teachings as well as old ones.
(Through this Second one I find out what is A True Church Teacher)
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Chris.
Amongst True Believers conflicts should be resolved well before they turn into serious issues. We cannot be effective witnesses for Jesus Christ if we are living in conflict with other True Believers.

Flee!

‘Flee.’
a) 1 Corinthians 10:14. From idolatry.
b) Matthew 2:13. To a safe place for our family.
c) Matthew 3:7. God’s coming Judgment.
d) Matthew 10:23. To the next town when we are being persecuted.
e) Luke 8:34. Tell the people about the Awesome Power of Jesus Christ.
f) John 10:5. From the stranger who tells you wrong things.
g) 1 Corinthians 6:18; 2 Timothy 2:22. From sexual sin.
h) 1 Timothy 6:11. From evil things.
(This QT shows me that the Bible tells me when to Flee)
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‘What Happens With Our Vision From God.’
Habakkuk 2:3.
a) The Vision that He gives is something that God has planned. (Whether it be for individual, family or Church)
b) The Vision will not happen right away.
c) The time approaches when the Vision will be fulfilled:-
1- Slowly.
2- Steadily.
3- Surely.
d) If its fulfilment seems slow – wait for it.
e) It will surely take place, it will not be delayed.
(This Second one teaches me What Happens With My Vision From God)
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Chris.
We are to flee from the stranger who tells us wrong things. God has Created the Church to be the bastion of Truth. We live in days when many churches are spiritually struggling or dry. This means that the members of those churches are thirsty or disillusioned with Church. They should pray for their church and not run after some para church organisation or charismatic preacher. So often these para church and preachers are strangers we should be running from. The only para church that is acceptable is the para church that is supported by and accepted by the local Church, therefore the Church members can openly and honestly attend and serve those para church movements.

The Human Heart!

‘The Human Heart.’
a) Proverbs 15:11; 1 Kings 8:39. Is known by the Lord.
b) Psalm 64:6. Is sometimes cunning.
c) Ecclesiastes 3:11. Has Eternity planted in it by God.
d) Jeremiah 17:9. Can be the most deceitful of all things.
e) Romans 2:15. The conscience is like a law written in it.
f) 2 Peter 1:19. Sometimes concocts things that are not true.
(This QT teaches me several deep things about The Human Heart)
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‘God’s Love For Zion.’
Psalm 102:13-16.
(A Word Picture of God’s Love for His Church)
a) Psalm 102:13. God will rise and have compassion on Zion.
b) Psalm 102:13. It is time for God to have pity on Zion.
c) Psalm 102:13. It is an appointed time. (Rather than a response it is an initiative)
d) Psalm 102:14. God’s Servants value Zion’s stones and have pity on its rubble.
e) Psalm 102:15. When this happens the Nations and their Kings will fear the Name of the Lord.
f) Psalm 102:16. When the Lord builds up Zion He will appear in His Glory.
(This Second one reveals God’s Love For Zion and His Love for His Church)
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Chris.
The condition of the human heart is something that God regards as being important. In the Proverbs it tells us to guard our heart because it affects everything we do. Let us echo the words of the praise song: Cleanse my heart oh God.

Follow The Lord’s Way!

‘Follow The Lord’s Way.’
a) Isaiah 61:3. It is a way of Joy from the Lord, not from circumstances.
b) Hebrews 12:2. It is a way with our eyes fixed on Jesus – by Faith.
c) Proverbs 20:24. It is a way that is directed by the Lord.
(This QT reminds me to Follow The Lord’s Way)
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‘Free From Respectable Carnality.’
a) Hebrews 9:10. The former Jewish system of regulations is no longer imposed on us.
b) Hebrews 9:1. The regulations were for the first Covenant and not for us today.
c) Hebrews 7:16. Christ is a Priest, not of the Tribe of Levi but by the Power of a life that cannot be destroyed.
d) Galatians 4:3. Before Christ came the Jewish people were slaves to the spiritual powers of this World System, however respectable they may have seemed to be.
e) Galatians 4:9. Now God has found us we have no need to go back to the things of this World System.
f) Ephesians 2:15. By His death Christ ended the whole system of Jewish law that excluded the Gentiles. His purpose was to make peace between Jews and Gentiles by creating in Himself one new person from the two groups.
g) Colossians 2:20-22. We have died with Christ and we have been set free from the powers of the World system. We should not keep following the religious rules of the World system.
(Through this Second one I want to live a life that is Free From Respectable Carnality)
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Chris.
God is the Master of Reconciliation. He sent His Son Jesus Christ so that through His finished work on the Cross we can be reconciled to God. God has made us messengers of Reconciliation. God also wants there to be, through Christ, Reconciliation between True Believers from Jewish and Gentile backgrounds.

Remember God Is Faithful!

‘Remember God Is Faithful.’
1 Corinthians 10:12-13.
a) If we are thinking we are standing strong.
b) We should be careful lest we fall into sin.
c) The temptations that come into your lives are no different from the temptations that other people face.
d) God is Faithful.
e) God will keep the temptation from becoming so strong that you cannot stand up against it.
f) When we are tempted God will give us a way out so that we do not have to fall.
(Through this QT I know that I can always Remember That God Is Faithful.
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‘The Responsibilities Of The Ministry Gifts Of Christ.’
Ephesians 4:11-13.
a) Ephesians 4:11. These people are Gifts from the Lord to the Church.
b) Ephesians 4:11. The Ministry Gifts:-
1-Apostles.
2-Prophets.
3-Evangelists.
4-Pastors.
5-Teachers.
c) Ephesians 4:12-13. The responsibilities:-
1-Equip God’s People to do His Work.
2-Build up the Church the Body of Christ.
3-To bring the Church to unity in their Faith.
4-To bring the Church to the Knowledge of God’s Son.
5-To make the Church mature and full grown.
6-To make the Church measure up to the full stature of Christ.
(Through this Second one I find The Responsibilities Of The Ministry Gifts Of Christ)
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Chris.
God is Faithful. This is not just a positive statement it also describes the essential Character of God. God is Faithful to His People, God is Faithful to His Word and God is Faithful to keep His Promises. One of the biggest temptations that people face is to doubt the Faithfulness of God. God will give the strength and Grace to us to overcome that temptation.

God Allows Severity!

‘God Allows Severity.’
a) Proverbs 15:10. There is severe discipline for the person who forsakes the Way.
b) Genesis 12:17. The Lord struck Pharaoh and his household with severe plagues.
c) Exodus 1:13. The Egyptians reduced the Israelites to severe slavery.
d) Exodus 9:3; Numbers 11:33. The Lord’s Hand will bring a severe plague.
e) Deuteronomy 28:59. The Lord will bring upon you and your offspring extraordinary afflictions, afflictions severe and lasting.
f) 1 Samuel 5:7. The Lord’s Hand was severe against the people of Ashdod and their god Dagon.
g) 2 Chronicles 21:18. The Lord struck Jehoram with a severe intestinal disease.
h) Jeremiah 10:19. Jeremiah’s wound was severe.
i) Luke 6:19. The Lord’s healing power saved people from severe illnesses.
j) Luke 12:55. Severe heat comes when a South wind blows.
k) Acts 8:1; 2 Corinthians 8:2; 1 Thessalonians 1:6. Severe persecution broke out against the Churches in Jerusalem, Corinth and Thessaloniki.
l) Acts 27:20. The severe storm kept raging.
m) Romans 11:22. God is both kind and severe.
n) 2 Corinthians 7:8. Apostle Paul sent a severe letter.
(Through this QT I understand that God Allows Severity)
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‘Love From God’s Perspective.’
a) 1 Thessalonians 3:12. The Lord can make our Love increase and overflow for each other and everyone else.
b) Philippians 1:9. Our Love might abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight.
c) John 13:34-35. There is a new command. It is that we Love one another as Christ has loved us. If we do this other people will see and know that we are Disciples of Christ.
d) 1 John 4:10. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.
(Through this Second one I find Love From God’s Perspective)
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Chris.
The Lord can do many things in our hearts if our hearts and lives are open to Him. One of the most amazing things that He can do is increase our love for one another in the Body of Christ. This will inevitably lead to God being Glorified amongst us.

God's Heart For Children!

‘God’s Heart For Children.’
a) Deuteronomy 6:2. That they are taught the Words of God.
b) Deuteronomy 6:5-7. That Love for God through the Word of God be impressed on their hearts.
c) Deuteronomy 6:20. That parents listen to their questions about God.
d) Psalm 103:13. They need their human father’s compassion.
e) Proverbs 13:24; 29:17; Hebrews 12:9-10. That they are disciplined by their parents in love.
f) Proverbs 29:15. That they are not left to themselves by their mothers.
(Through this QT I find God’s Heart For Children)
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‘Living As God’s Chosen Ones.’
Colossians 3:12-17.
a) Colossians 3:12. We are to live:-
1- Holy.
2- Confident in His Love.
3- With compassionate hearts.
4- With kindness.
5- With humility.
6- With meekness.
7- With patience.
b) Colossians 3:13. Bearing with one another and forgiving one another in the same way that the Lord has forgiven us.
c) Colossians 3:14. Living in Love and Harmony.
d) Colossians 3:15. Living with:-
1- The Peace of God in our hearts.
2- Unity.
3- Thankfulness.
e) Colossians 3:16. We are to:-
1- Let the Word of Christ dwell in us richly.
2- Teach and admonish one another in all Wisdom.
3- Sing Psalms, Hymns and spiritual songs to one another with Thankfulness in our hearts to God.
f) Colossians 3:17. Do everything in the Name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
(This Second one calls me again to Live As God’s Chosen one amongst His Chosen Ones)
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Chris.
Thankfulness is a very meaningful word and God wants us to live in it and with it. We so often criticise and complain and through this we miss out on the Blessing of the Lord. Let us live in and with thankfulness.

We Are To Learn From The Old Testament!

‘We Are To Learn From The Old Testament.’
1 Corinthians 10:1-11.
a) 1 Corinthians 10:1. We should not forget what happened to the Jewish ancestors.
b) 1 Corinthians 10:2-4. They experienced Christ.
c) 1 Corinthians 10:5. God was not pleased with them and most of them were destroyed in the wilderness.
d) 1 Corinthians 10:6. These things happened as a warning to us so that we would not crave evil things as they did.
e) 1 Corinthians 10:7. We should not worship idols as they did.
f) 1 Corinthians 10:8. We should not engage in sexual immorality as they did.
g) 1 Corinthians 10:9. We should not test Christ.
h) 1 Corinthians 10:10. We should not grumble as they did.
i) 1 Corinthians 10:11. All these events happened as examples for us. They were written down to warn us.
(This QT reminds me that I Am To Learn From The Old Testament)
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‘The Spirit Of The Lord Upon Us.’
a) Isaiah 61:1-2; Luke 4:18-19. It is the Lord’s Anointing to:-
1-Bring Good News to the poor people.
2-Comfort broken hearted people.
3-Release the captive people.
4-Announce that the time of the Lord’s favour has come.
b) John 20:21-22. Equipping the Disciples emotionally:-
1-Peace.
2-Being sent by God.
Receiving the Holy Spirit.
c) John 14:12. Being ready to do the Works of Jesus Christ.
d) John 15:1-5; 8 & 16. Being made fruitful by the Lord.
e) Joel 2:28-29; Acts 2:17-18. The Lord pouring out His Spirit upon us.
f) 1 Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 4:3-4. We all have the same Holy Spirit.
(Through this Second one I treasure immensely The Spirit Of The Lord Upon Me)
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Chris.
When we read of the history of the city of Corinth around the Bible times it was a place that had a great pride of intellectual achievement. It was a city in which the people were highly competitive and it was a city that took pleasure in gross immorality. The same could be said of many modern cities today, especially in the developing world. Apostle Paul’s messages to the Corinthian Church were positively potentially life changing for the people if those people responded to the messages. Today these messages are 1 + 2 Corinthians in our Bibles. They are just as relevant and life changing if we would respond to them.

Things To Pursue!

‘Things To Pursue.’
a) Proverbs 15:9; Isaiah 51:1. Righteousness.
b) Joshua 10:19; 1 Samuel 30:8. Our enemies.
c) Psalm 34:14: Romans 14:19; 1 Peter 3:11. Peace.
d) Psalm 38:20. What is good.
e) Psalm 119:32. The Lord’s Commands.
f) Romans 12:13. The Practice of Hospitality.
g) 1 Corinthians 14:1. Love.
h) 1 Timothy 6:11; 2 Timothy 2:22. Pursue:-
1-Rghteousness.
2-Godliness.
3-Faith.
4-Love.
5-Stedfastness.
6-Gentleness.
i) Hebrews 12:14. Consecration and holiness.
(Through this QT I find Things To Pursue)
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‘The Blessedness Of Christ And The Church.’
a) John 1:14. The Word:-
1-Became human.
2-Lived here on Earth amongst fellow humans.
3-Was full of unfailing Love.
4-Was full of Faithfulness.
5-Revealed His Glory.
b) Ephesians 5:32. Christ and the Church are one.
c) Ephesians 1:23. The Church is Christ’s Body. It is filled with Christ Who fills everything everywhere with His Presence.
d) Ephesians 3:19. The Church needs to experience the Love of Christ. This Love is so great that we will never fully understand it. Then we will be filled with the Fullness of Life and Power that comes from God.
e) Ephesians 4:13. We need to come to such unity in our Faith and Knowledge of God’s Son that we will be mature and fully grown in the Lord, measuring up to the full stature of Christ.
(Through this Second one I am enthralled by The Blessedness Of Christ And The Church)
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Chris.
We are called to pursue what is good. The World system today is filled with much greed, independence and evil. Many people are confused as to what is good. Very often the interpretation is “what is good for me”, which is not the correct interpretation. Our measuring stick should be – What is good for God’s Glory and then what is good for other people.

The Counsellor!

‘The Counsellor.’
a) Proverbs 11:14. Should give a sense of Security.
b) Proverbs 15:22. Helps correct plans to be established.
c) 2 Samuel 15:12. Even King David had one.
d) Isaiah 9:6. Jesus is the Counsellor – the pattern counsellor.
(This QT gives me respect for those people who serve as The Counsellor)
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‘A Good And Bold Man.’
Mark 15:43.
a) Joseph of Arimathea was an important man but also he was good and bold.
b) He was waiting for the Kingdom of God to come.
c) He gathered his courage.
d) He went to Pilate to ask for Jesus’ body.
(In this Second one I find a good example for Christian Brothers, A Good And Bold Man)
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Chris.
The Counsellor has an important function in society that covers three major concepts. Firstly, there is the secular counsellor who counsels people in the World system in a secular way about their needs, this is acceptable and necessary. Secondly, there is the evangelistic counsellor who endeavours to bring people to Christ through counselling. Thirdly, there is Christian counselling which is given by True Believers and is for True Believers. The three areas should never be mixed and all counsellors need to decide their calling and function.

To Run Our Race Well!

‘To Run Our Race Well.’
1 Corinthians 9:24-27.
a) 1 Corinthians 9:24. We need to remember this, that everyone has a race to run but only one person gets the prize.
b) 1 Corinthians 9:24. We must run in such a way so as to win.
c) 1 Corinthians 9:25. We need to practice self control.
d) 1 Corinthians 9:26. Run straight to the goal with purpose in every step. We should not be like a boxer who aimlessly misses his punches.
e) 1 Corinthians 9:27. We should discipline our body as an athlete, training it what to do.
f) 1 Corinthians 9:27. We do not want to be disqualified.
(Through this QT I want To Run My Race Well)
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‘The Church’s Armour.’
(When Apostle Paul wrote about any form of spiritual conflict he was not addressing primarily the individual Believer about their “spiritual warfare”. Paul wrote to two Churches, Corinth and Ephesus, about this spiritual conflict. Both of these Churches were undergoing a very terrible persecution that is why the Church’s Armour was and is relevant and very important for the persecuted Church today.)
a) Ephesians 6:10. Church, be strong with the Lord’s Mighty Power.
b) Ephesians 6:11. Church, put on all of God’s Armour so that you will be able to stand firm against all the strategies and tricks of the Devil.
c) Ephesians 6:12. Church, our fight is not against flesh and blood but against the powers of darkness.
d) Ephesians 6:13. Church, use every piece of God’s Armour to resist the enemy in the time of evil. (It means any time that the Church faces evil.) So that after the battle you will be standing firm.
e) Ephesians 6:14. Church, stand your ground and put on the sturdy belt of Truth as well as the body Armour of God’s Righteousness.
f) Ephesians 6:15. Church, for shoes put on the Peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.
g) Ephesians 6:16. Church, in every battle you will need Faith as your shield to stop the fiery arrows aimed at you by Satan.
h) Ephesians 6:17. Church, put on Salvation as your helmet and take the Sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God.
i) Matthew 16:18. Jesus said that all the powers of hell cannot conquer the Church.
j) Colossians 2:15. God has disarmed the evil rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by His Victory over them at the Cross.
k) 1 Corinthians 15:25. Christ must Reign until He humbles all of His enemies beneath His feet.
l) Romans 16:20. Church, the God of Peace will soon crush Satan under your feet.
(This Second one teaches me the importance of The Church’s Armour)
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Chris.
In many of the Nations of the World the Church is facing persecution. For some it has been going on for years, for others it is a new experience. During the times of persecution two things are important: firstly the Prayers of God’s People throughout the World and secondly that the persecuted Church puts on its Armour.

The Lord's Delight!

‘The Lord’s Delight.’
a) Proverbs 15:8. Is in the Prayers of upright people.
b) Psalm 147:10-11. Is in those people who Fear Him and who Hope in His steadfast Love.
c) Proverbs 11:1. Is in a just weight.
d) Proverbs 11:20. Is in people who are blameless in their ways.
e) Proverbs 12:22. Is in people who act Faithfully.
(This QT helps me to realise The Lord’s Delight)
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‘We Can Win Over Discouragement.’
a) Deuteronomy 30:19. Choose life.
b) Proverbs 17:22. A merry heart does us good – just like medicine.
c) Proverbs 23:7. As we think in our hearts, so are we.
(This Second one assures me that I Can Win Over Discouragement)
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Chris.
Our ways are always seen by the Lord as He watches caringly over our lives. As we live out our daily lives many of our ways are seen by the people around us. Here are two reasons why we should follow the Biblical injunction to examine our ways and turn to the Lord.

Our Heart!

‘Our Heart.’
a) Proverbs 23:26. Should be given to our father if it is possible to do so.
b) Genesis 20:6. Should be a heart of integrity.
c) Leviticus 19:17; Matthew 18:35. Should not hate our brother.
d) Deuteronomy 4:29. Should search after the Lord.
e) Deuteronomy 6:5; 13:3. Should be used to love the Lord our God.
f) Deuteronomy 8:2. Is sometimes tested by the Lord.
g) Deuteronomy 8:14. Should not be proud so that we forget the Lord.
h) Deuteronomy 11:13; 1 Samuel 12:20. Serve the Lord with all of it.
i) Deuteronomy 11:16. Should not be deceived.
j) Deuteronomy 15:7. Should not be hardened against the poor people.
k) Deuteronomy 20:3. Should not be faint at the time of battle.
l) Deuteronomy 26:16; 30:2; Joshua 22:5. Should be careful to do all that the Lord commands.
m) Deuteronomy 30:14. Should retain God’s Word.
n) Joshua 24:23. Should be inclined toward the Lord.
o) 1 Kings 8:61. Should be wholly true to the Lord.
p) Psalm 27:14; 31:24. Can take Courage.
q) Psalm 62:8. Can be poured out before the Lord.
r) Matthew 6:21. Will be where our treasure is.
s) Ephesians 5:19. Can make melody to the Lord.
(This QT gives me much spiritual exercise for My Heart)
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‘Deliverance Through Jesus Christ Our Lord.’
Romans 7:18-25.
a) Romans 7:18. The frustrated desire to do what is right.
b) Romans 7:19. “I want to do good but I keep on doing evil.”
c) Romans 7:20. Identifying the sin problem.
d) Romans 7:21. It happened regularly, when Paul wanted to do right evil was close at hand.
e) Romans 7:22. In his inner being Apostle Paul delighted in God’s Law.
f) Romans 7:23. Paul was experiencing some kind of captivity to sin.
g) Romans 7:24. Paul knew that he was wretched and needed deliverance.
h) Romans 7:25. Thanks be to the Lord, Apostle Paul found deliverance through the Lord Jesus Christ.
(This Second gives me assurance and confidence that there is Deliverance Through Jesus Christ My Lord)
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Chris.
This is a very important and significant statement – there is deliverance through Jesus Christ our Lord. If we are in need of deliverance we should not necessarily look for a person to pray for us or minister deliverance to us. We should first look to Jesus Christ our Lord.

Effectively Serving People With The Gospel!

‘Effectively Serving People With The Gospel.’
1 Corinthians 9:19-23.
a) 1 Corinthians 9:19. Apostle Paul was not bound to obey people simply because they pay him.
b) 1 Corinthians 9:19. Paul became a servant of all people that he might win them to Christ.
c) 1 Corinthians 9:20. When with Jews he submitted himself to Jewish culture.
d) 1 Corinthians 9:21. When with Gentiles Paul obeyed the Law of Christ, he tried to fit in with them. Paul tried to gain their confidence and bring them to Christ.
e) 1 Corinthians 9:22. When Paul was with oppressed people he fully identified himself with them. He sought common ground that he might bring them to Christ.
f) 1 Corinthians 9:23. Paul did all this to spread the Good News and in doing so he would share its Blessings.
(In this QT I learn more about Effectively Serving People With The Gospel)
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‘Living A Life Of Spiritual Maturity.’
Ephesians 5:3 – 6:9.
a) Ephesians 5:3. Sexual immorality has no place amongst God’s People.
b) Ephesians 5:4. Obscene stories and thankfulness to God cannot be linked.
c) Ephesians 5:5. These people will not enter the Kingdom of God and of Christ:-
1-Immoral People.
2-Impure People.
3-Greedy People who are actually idolaters, worshipping the things of this World system.
d) Ephesians 5:6. The terrible Anger of God will come eventually upon those people who disobey God.
e) Ephesians 5:7. True Believers do not participate in evil things.
f) Ephesians 5:8. Our hearts were once full of darkness, now we are full of Light from the Lord and our behaviour should show it.
g) Ephesians 5:9. The Light within us produces what is:-
1-Good.
2-Right.
3-True.
h) Ephesians 5:10. We should try to find out what is pleasing to the Lord.
i) Ephesians 5:11. Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil, instead rebuke and expose them.
j) Ephesians 5:12. It is shameful to talk about the darkness and evil things.
k) Ephesians 5:13. Light exposes evil.
l) Ephesians 5:14. When the Light shines we can rise up and Christ will give us Light.
m) Ephesians 5:15. We should be careful to live as wise people.
n) Ephesians 5:16. Make every opportunity to do good.
o) Ephesians 5:17. We should not act thoughtlessly, rather we should try to understand what the Lord wants us to do.
p) Ephesians 5:18-21. Do not get drunk with wine but we should let the Holy Spirit fill and control us, then we will be:-
1-5:19. Positive.
2-5:20. Thankful.
3-5:21. Able to well relate to each other.
q) Ephesians 5:22 – 6:4. Family relationships of mature True Believers.
r) Ephesians 6:5-8. For True Believer employees.
s) Ephesians 6:9. For True Believer employers.
(This Second one challenges me to be Living A Life Of Spiritual Maturity)
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Chris,
Sometimes we are perverted in our idea of God in that we think that Love is the only way that God has of expressing Himself. We get this idea from incomplete and incorrect exposition of God’s Word, especially in so called “Inner Healing” ministry. God can, as He sometimes reveals Himself in the Scriptures, express Himself in other ways. In Ephesians we read about the Anger of God. A balanced understanding of God is so important if our Faith is going to grow.

Good Advice!

‘Good Advice.’
a) Proverbs 15:7; 8:14. Can only come from the lips of wise people.
b) 2 Samuel 17:14. When frustrated can bring disaster.
c) Proverbs 12:26. Comes from godly people to their friends.
d) Proverbs 20:5. Can only be given by people of understanding.
e) Proverbs 20:18. Is so very important at times of war.
(This QT teaches me how special and unique Good Advice is)
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‘Living The New Life In Christ.’
Ephesians 4:22-5:2.
a) Ephesians 4:22-23. After getting rid of the old there must be a spiritual renewal of our thinking and attitudes.
b) Ephesians 4:24. We go on to display our new nature because we are new people. Our life needs to be:-
1-Righteous.
2-Holy.
3-Pure.
c) Ephesians 4:25-31. The life not to live.
d) Ephesians 4:32. We need to be kind to each other, tenderhearted and forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven us.
e) Ephesians 5:1. Following God’s example in all that we do because we are God’s Children.
f) Ephesians 5:2. Living a life full of Love for other people.
(This Second one points out my responsibility to be Living The New Life In Christ, I am not to judge other people, this is my responsibility for myself)
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Chris.
There are times in our lives when we may get involved in relationship conflicts. Normal people do not enjoy these times, there is pain and hurt, just like as in times of war. Whether it is in family, church or in friendships it needs to be resolved at a personal level. That is why sometimes, instead of letting our hurt drift into hate, we need good advice.