Alive With Christ!

'Alive With Christ.'

Ephesians 2:5.

a)  Even when we were dead in our trespasses,

b)  God made us alive together with Christ - 

c)  By Grace you have been saved.

(This QT reminds me that I am Alive With Christ.

PRAY: For the assurance of being Alive With Christ.

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'Strengthened.'

Colossians 1:11,

a)  Being strengthened with all power,

b)  According to His Glorious Might,

c)  For all endurance and patience,

d)  With joy. 

(This Second one reminds me of the need to be Strengthened)

PRAY: To be Strengthened by the Lord.

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Chris.

One of the great Blessings and Privileges that we have as True Believers is to be Strengthened by the Lord. The Strength by which He Strengthens us is immeasurable. His Strength is always there for us. When we are weak, then He can make us strong. The Word of God is always True! We need to trust in His Strength to help us.  

The Father And The Son!

'The Father And The Son.'

John 14:10.

a)  "Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in Me?

b)  "The Words that I say to you I do not speak on My Own Authority,

c)  "But the Father Who dwells in Me does His Works."

(This QT gives me a clear understanding of The Father And The Son)

PRAY: For a clear understanding of the Father and the Son.

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'Whoever.'

a)  Luke 9:48, Mark 9:37. Whoever welcomes the little child welcomes both Christ and the Father. 

b)   Matthew 16:25; Luke 9:24; 17:33. Whoever wants to save his life will lose it but whoever loses their life for Christ will gain it, 

c)  Matthew 18:4; Mark 10:43. Whoever takes the lowly position is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. 

(This Second one shows me some important "Whoevers" in the Bible)

 PRAY to have a Biblical concept of Life.

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Chris.

"Whoever" is a word in the Bible that includes all. When we see this word, we can substitute it with our own name. It is abundantly clear that the Word of God itself is not narrow. It embraces all mankind, if only they would respond to it. "Whoeve is a marvellous word that should encourages us as we share the Gospel in different forms! Let us never forget this word: Forever!

A Clear Instruction!

 'A Clear Instruction.'

Exodus 5:1.

a)  Moses and Aaron went to the King of Egypt and told him:

b)  "The Lord God says:

c)  " 'Let My people go into the desert

d)  'So that they can honour Me 

e)  "With a celebration there.'"

(This QT reveals A Clear Instruction fom the Lord)

PRAY: To obey and to honour God. 

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'A Narrow Minded Statement,'

Exodus 1:9. 

a)  The new Pharaoh told the Egyptians:

b)  "There are too many of those Israelites in our Country

c)  "And they are becoming more powerful than we are."

(This Second one is clearly A Narrow Minded Statement)

PRAY: For our Churches to be free from Narrow Minded Statements.

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Chris.

One of the things that the Book of Exodus can teach us is how we should respond when we are moving out of one environment into another. There are many different ways in which God may make "A Way" for us. When He makes that way, it is up to us to follow Him by Faith. It is good for us to read Exodus when the move is on!

The Mercy And Love Of God!

 'The Mercy And Love Of God.'

Ephesians 2:4.

a)  But God,

b)  Being rich in Mercy,

c)  Because of the great Love 

d)  With which He loved us. 

(This QT tells me about The Mercy And Love Of God)

PRAY: To know more of The Mercy And Love Of God.

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'He Saved Us.'

Titus 3:5.

a)  He Saved us,

b)  Not by works done by us in Righteousness,

c)  But according to His Own Mercy,

d)  By the washing of Regeneration

e)  And renewal of the Holy Spirit. 

(This Second one helps me to understand how He Saved Us)

PRAY: To have Assurance of Salvation.

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Chris.

For the True Believer, assurance of Salvation is so important. Without this assurance there can be many emotional and relationship problems. Assurance of Salvation is something to be both taught and experienced, Without this assurance, the Believer is easily shaken and insecure. To have assurance of Salvation, we surely need God's Mercy. 

Philip's Confusion About Heavenly Father!

'Philip's Confusion About Heavenly Father.'

John 14:9.

a)  Jesus replied:

b)  "Philip, I have been with you for a long time. Don't you know Who I Am?

c)  "If you have seen Me, you have seen the Father.

d)  "How can you ask Me to show you the Father?"

(This QT reveals to me Philip's Confusion About Heavenly Father)

PRAY: For the Churches to be free from Confusion About Heavenly Father.

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'The Evident Love Of Jesus Christ.'

John 11:36. 

a)  And the people said:

b)  "See how much

c)  "He loved Lazarus,

(This Second one shows me The Evident Love Of Jesus Christ)

PRAY: To see and know more of The Evident Love Of Jesus Christ.

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Chris.

The Lord Jesus Christ was never embarrassed to show His Love to the World. As we read the Scriptures we can clearly read the His Love was evident and not hidden. One of the things that He taught in the Scriptures was that we are to love one another as He has loved us. This surely means that we should be meditating upon and receiving His Love from the Scriptures by the Holy Spirit. 

 

Let My Son Go!

'Let My Son Go.'

Exodus 4:22-23.

a)  "Then you shall say to Pharaoh:

b)  "Thus says the Lord: 

c)  "Israel is My son, My first-born.

d)  "So, I say to you,

e)  "Let My son go that he may serve Me.

f)  "But if you refuse to let him go,

g)  "I will kill your son, your firstborn,"

(This QT encourages my faith: Let My Son Go)

PRAY: For Faith to obey God.

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Do Not Live According To The Flesh.'

Romans 8:12-13.

a)  Therefore brethren - we are debtors -

b)  Not to the flesh,

c)  To live according to the flesh.

d)  For if you live according to the flesh, 

e)  You will die;

d)  But if by the Spirit

e)  You put to death the deeds of the body

f)  You will live.

(This Second one reminds me: Do Not Live According To The Flesh)

PRAY: To live victoriously well.

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Chris. 

We should not live according to the flesh. This is a very clear instruction to True Believers. The way in which we live is for the Glory of God. There is no alternative. As we continue with our daily lives as True Believers we realy need the Power of the Holy Spirit to help us. If we live the right kind of life, we can influence the environment in which we live, study and work.

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Mankind's Folly!

 'Mankind's Folly.'

Ephesians 2:3.

a)  Among whom we all once lived

b)  In the passions of our flesh,

c)  Fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind;

d)  And were bt nature the children of wrath,

e)  Even as others. 

(This QT reveals to me Mankind's Folly)

PRAY: To turn away from Mankind's Folly)

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'Live In The Holy Spirit.'

Galatians 5:16.

a)  This I say then:

b)  Walk in the Spirit,

c)  And you shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. 

(This Second one encourages me to Live In The Holy Spirit)

PRAY: To Live In The Holy Spirit)

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Chris.

The Book of Galatians turns my mind to practical life in Christ, especially Life in the Holy Spirit. As the Lord works in and through our lives when we respond to Hiss Word, changes in our lives take place. All and any changes and change in our lives can only really take place from Him. To be sure, we cannot change ourselves. 

Philip's Ignorant Question!

Philip's Ignor'ant Question.'

John 14:8.

a)  Philip said to Him:

b)  "Lord,

c)  "Show us the Father,

d)  And it is enough for us."

(This QT reveals Philip's Ignorant Question)

PRAY: To study God's Word Well.

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'Jesus' Amazing Answer To Philip.'

John 14:9. 

a)  Jesus said to Philip:

b)  "Have I been with you so long,

c)  "And you still do not know Me, Philip?"

d)  "Whoever has seen Me has seen the Father

e)  "How can you say: 'Show us the Father?"

(This Second one shows me Jesus' Amazing Answer to Philip)

PRAY: To know Jesus' Amazing Answers when we need to.

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Chris, 

When we read the Word of God, or listen to the Word of God being read, or even listening to the minster's message, we need to receive it well. The primary way in which we are going to get the Word of God into our lives is by reading it. There are many Bible Reading programs and Bible Study books available - so there is, I am sure, a suitable Bible reading, or Bible Study help for everyone!

A Call To Trusting Obedience!

 'A Call To Trusting Obedience,'

Exodus 4:21. 

a)  And the Lord said to Moses:

b)  "When you go back to Egypt

c)  "See that you do before Pharaoh

d)  "All the miracles that I have put in your power.

e)  "But I will harden his heart so that he will not let the people go."

(This QT reveals A Call To Trusting Obedience)

PRAY: To live a life of Trusting Obedience 

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'A Witness.'

John 1:9.

a)  The True Light,

b)  Which gives light to everyone,

a)  Was coming into the World.

(Through this Second one I understand more about A Witness)

PRAY: To be A good Witness of the Light.

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Chris, 

It is good for us to read John's Gospel if we want to understand more about the effectiveness of the Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ. Hse Ministry was, and is, public, bright and simple. Those of us who may have been teaching the Gospels should never make them more complicated. The Gospels are simple and pure,,. revealing Christ to us. 

Living Without Christ!

 'Living Without Christ,'

Ephesians 2:2. 

a)  Yes, in the past,

b)  Your lives were full of those sins.

c)  You lived the way the World lives,

d)  Following the ruler of the evil powers that are above the Earth

e)  That same spirit is now working in those who refuse to obey God. 

(This QT reveals a picture of those people Living Without Christ)

PRAY: For any of your family members or friends that are Living Without Christ.

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'Our God.'

Ephesians 2:4. 

a)  But our God

b)  Is rich in Mercy

c)  And He loved us very much. 

(This Second one reminds me about Our God)

PRAY: To know the Mercy and Love of God. 

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Chris, 

It is Truly Amazing Grace that a group of people who may only meet together for a couple of hours every week, can call God "our God"! It means that they must have experienced God in some way. I remember the days when I first began to go to Church that I experienced God as being detached and remote. It was only possible for me to come to God because my friends were coming to God. 

Know Christ - Know The Father!

'Know Christ - Know The Father.'

John 14:7. 

a)  "If you had known Me,

b)  "You would have known My Father also.

c)  From now on you do know Him

d)  And have seen Him. 

(This QT affirms to me that Jesus Christ is the Way to the Fath - "Know Christ - Know The Father)

PRAY - To know Christ and then to know the Father.

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'We Should Not Be Contrary.'

a)  Leviticus 10:1; Deuteronomy 17:3. To the Lord's Commands, 

b)   Psalm 119:85. As the arrogant people are.

c)  Romans 12:20 In our attitude towards our enemies. 

d)  Romans 16:17. To Biblical Teaching. 

(This Second one reminds me that I Should Not Be Contrary)

PRAY: Not to be a Contrary Person.

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Chris. 

,Basically, if we are True Believers, we will not be living in ways that are contrary to the Lord's Commands. This is not legalism, it is simply that because we live the Lord, we have the desire to obey Him! Arrogant people generally do not want to obey the Lord. Theey want the Blessings but they do not want to be Disciples of Jesus Christ. What did the Lord say? "Go into all the World and make Disciples." 

Moses Went Back With The Lord's Authority!

 'Moses Went Back With The Lord's Authority.'

Exodus 4:20.

a)  So Moses took his wife and his sons

b)  And had them ride on a donkey,

c)  And went back to the land of Egypt.

d)  And Moses took the staff of God in his hand, 

(This QT teaches me that Moses Went Back With The Lord's Authority)

PRAY: That all our movements be subject to The Lord;s Authority.

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'Donkeys.'

a)  Genesis 12:16. Were given to Abraham.

b)  Genesis 22:5, Abraham had young men to look after his donkey. 

c)  Genesis 24:35  Donkeys were seen as the Blessing of the Lord. 

d)  Genesis 42:27. Donkeys need to be fed well.

e)  Exodus 4:20. Families traveled on a donkey. 

f)  Numbers 22:28. The Lord can make a donkey speak. 

g)  Numbers 22:32. To be cruel to your animals is perverse. 

h)  Numbers 31:45. 30,500 Donkeys.

i)  Deuteronomy 5:14. Donkeys do not work on the Sabbath. 

j)  1 Samuel 8:3. Sometimes get lost.

k)  1 Samuel 10:2. The lost donkeys were found. 

(Through this Second one I realise how important donkeys were and are)

PRAY: For families from your Church who may be travelling at this time.

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Chris. 

Even Christians sometimes feel like they have lost their way. There are two ways that we need to follow if we find ourselves in such a circumstance. Firstly to come to God, He can put us back on the right way! Secondly, it may help us to go to the place from where we got lost, either physically or mentally and ask God to restore us and show us the Way. 

Our State Before We Knew Christ!

 'Our State Before We Knew Christ.'

Ephesians 2:1.

a)  And you were dead

b)  Through your

c)   Trespasses and sins.

(This QT reveals Our State Before We Knew Christ)

PRAY: To Come to know Christ as Lord and Saviour,

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'Being Rooted And Grounded In Love.'

Ephesians 3:17.

a)  That Christ may dwell in your hearts through Faith,

b)  To the end that you,

c)  Being rooted and grounded in love. 

(Through this Second One I see the importance of being Rooted And Grounded In Love)

PRAY: To be Rooted and Grounded in Love.

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Chris.

It is an essential part of the Christian's life and experience that we are confident of being rooted and grounded in God's Love. This surely brings a holy confidence into our lives and makes us that we are not easily shaken. Of course we all face some difficulties from time-to-time but if we are rooted and grounded in love, we can surely overcome. 

A Clear And Unique Declaration!

'A Clear And Unique Declaration.'

John 14:6. 

a)  Jesus said to him:

b)  "I am the Way,

c)  "And the Truth, and the Life.

d)  "No one comes to the Father except through Me."

(This QT reveals A Clear And Unique Declaration)

PRAY: For Faith to come to the Father through Jesus Christ.

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'Jesus Was Troubled By Their Unbelief.'

John 11:33. 

a)  When Jesus saw her weeping,

b)  And the Jews also weeping who came with her,

c)  He groaned in the spirit

d)  And was troubled. 

(This Second one shows me that Jesus Was Troubled By Their Unbelief)

PRAY: Rejecting all unbelief.

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Chris.

Jesus Christ, during His time walking upon the Earth, is recorded in the Scriptures as having various understandable emotions. When He saw the people weeping because of unbelief, it caused Him to groan in His spirit. Human unbelief always grieves the Heart of God. As True Believers we need to have a stable and Biblical Faith. 

It Was Safe To Go Back!

'It Was Safe To Go Back.'

Exodus 4:19. 

a)  And the Lord said to Moses in Midian,

b)  "Go back to Egypt,

c)  "For all the men

d)  "Who were seeking your life.

e)  "Are dead."

(This QT reveals to me that It Was Safe To Go Back)

PRAY: For any people in your Church or family who are contemplating "Going Back" in some positive way.

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'The Pain Caused By Famine.'

Genesis 41:30.

a)  But after them there will arise seven years of famine,

b)  And all the plenty will be forgotten in the land of Egypt.

c)  The famine will consume the land. 

(This Second one reminds me of The Pain Caused By Famine)

PRAY: For people in this World suffering from famine.

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Chris. 

There are two major kinds of famine that are clearly mentioned in the Scriptures. The first is the commonly understood form - famine regarding food. The Second one is a famine of God's Word. Both are serious and can cause many difficulties. Just as we need good and nutritious food to eat, we also need to consume God's Word in our mind and spirit. Let us pray to be free from both kinds of famine. 

 

The Church Is The Body Of Christ!

'The Church Is The Body Of Christ.'

Ephesians 1:23. 

a)  The Church is Christ's Body,

b)  The Fulness of Him

c)  Who fills all in all. 

(This QT reminds me that The Church Is The Body Of Christ)

PRAY: For our Churches to really function as a part of The Body Of Christ.

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'Hard Heart Produces Spiritual Disease.'

Ephesians 4:18.

a)  They are darkenend in their understanding,

b)  Alienated from the Life of God

c)  Because of the ignorance that is in them

d)  Due to their hardness of heart. 

(This Second one teaches me That Hardness Of Heart Produces Spiritual Disease)

PRAY: To continually have a soft and open heart.

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Chris. 

If we want to learn more about living the Christian Life, we need to read through the Book of Ephesians... it is so helpful and very up to date. Darkened minds can surely be enlightened by reading this Book. Now is a time when the Churches are facing many challenges. The Book of Ephesians surely help s us in such times. 

Thomas' Reasonable Question!

'Thomas' Reasonable Question.'

John 14:5. 

a)  Thomas said to Him,

b)  "Lord, we do not know where You are going.

c)  "How can we know the way?"

(This QT shows me Thomas' Reasonable Question)

PRAY: Without fear, asking reasonable questions to the Lord. 

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'A Guest Environment.'

a)  Mark 14:14; Luke 22:11. Guests need to have a guest room.

b)  Luke 19:7. Jesus went to be a guest, sometimes we may do the same. 

c)  Philemon 1:22. Guest rooms need to be prepared well.

(Through this Second one I realize that Jesus fully understands the 'guest environment')

PRAY: That our Churches will be able to prepare A Guest Environment well when they need to.

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Chris. 

From the early days of the Old Testament until now a welcoming environment for guests has been a Biblical principle. If guests are not welcomed well it is really a negative mark, a reputation stain, on that particular Church. The healthy Church will have some kind of ministry functioning to welcome both guests and strangers. 

 

Back To Egypt For A Purpose!

 'Back To Egypt For A Purpose.'

Exodus 4:18.

a)  Moses went back to Jethro his father-in-law and said to him:

b)  "Please let me go back to my brothers in Egypt to see whether they are still alive."

c)  And Jethro said to Moses:

d)  "Go in Peace."

(This QT shows to me Back To Egypt For A Purpose)

PRAY: That we will live motivated by Purpose.

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'Do Not Keep Trying.'

Matthew 10:11-13.

a)  Matthew 10:11. Whatever town or village you enter,

b)  Matthew 10:11. Find out who is worthy in it

c)  Matthew 10:11. And stay there until you depart.

d)  Matthew 10:12. As you enter the house greet it.

e)  Matthew 10:13. And if the house is worthy,

f)  Matthew 10:13. Let your peace come upon it,

g)  Matthew 10:13. But if it is not worthy,

h)  Matthew 10:13. Let your peace return to you. 

(Through this Second one I receive the counsel: Do Not Keep Trying)

PRAY: For daily Wisdom in whatever you do.

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Chris. 

Really True Believers should have "worthy" homes! God's Standards are not meant to be held only in Church for two or three hours every week, they are what we should live by! When a home is a "worthy" home, it is a lovely place to live in or to visit!

The Resurrected Christ!

 'The Resurrected Christ.'

Ephesians 1:20-22.

a)  Ephesians 1:20. Is at the Father's Right Hand in the Heavenly realms.

b)  Ephesians 1:21. Is far above:

1-All rule.

2-All authority.

3-All power. 

4-All dominion.

5-Every Name that is invoked in the present age and also in the age to come. 

c)  Ephesians 1:22. And God placed all things under Christ's Feet and appointed Him to be Head over all things for the Church. 

(This QT gives me another understanding of The Resurrected Christ)

PRAY: To be able to submit to the Authority of the Resurrected Christ in our life. 

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'We All Need To Know God Better.'

Ephesians 1:17. 

a)  I keep asking

b)  That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ,

c)  The Glorious Father,

d)  May give you the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation,

e)  So that you may know Him better. 

(This Second one reminds me that We All Need To Know God Better)

PRAY: To know God better. 

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Chris. 

Apostle Paul gives us a very good example in his prayers of how we should pray! Here Paul said: "I keep asking!" This really was the Prayer of a faithful Servant of the Lord. Apostle Paul knew both what to pray and how to pray. 

Eternal Assurance!

 'Eternal Assurance.'

John 14:1-4.

a)  John 14:1. "Let not your heart be troubled;

b)  John 14:1. "You believe in God,

c)  John 14:1. Believe also in Me.

d)  John 14:2. "In My Father's House there are many mansions;

e)  John 14:2. "If it were not so, I would have told you.

f)  John 14:2. "I go to prepare a place for you.

g)  John 14:3. "And if I go and prepare a place for you,

h)  John 14:3. "I will come again and receive you to Myself;

i)  John 14:3. "That where I am,

j)  John 14:3. "There you may be also.

k)  John 14:4. "And where I go you know,

l)  John 14:4. "And the way you know."

(Through this QT I have Eternal Assurance)

PRAY: For Eternal Assurance.

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'Power To Be A Witness For Christ,'

Acts 1:8. 

a)  But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you;

b)  And you will be My witnesses:

1-In Jerusalem.

2-In Judaea,

3-In Samaria.

c)  And to the ends of the Earth.

(In this Second one I find Power To Be A Witness For Christ)

PRAY: To be a good Witness For Christ.

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Chris. 

Without any particular political or religious motivation it is good to Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem, this is a Biblical Prayer request. Jerusalem is a strategic city in the Middle East and has been so since Bible Days. It is a meeting point for Islam, Judaism and Christianity and is very often featuring on our news programs. PICTURE: In the winter, please enjoy a good breakfast/brunch for your health and stamina. 

Moses, Aaron And The Staff!

'Moses, Aaron And The Staff.'

Exodus 4:12-17. 

a)  Exodus 4:12. God gave to Moses clear instructions.

b)  Exodus 4:13. Moses was reluctant and wanted God to send someone else. 

c)  Exodus 4:14. The Lord was at first angry, then He suggested Aaron to be a spokesman. 

d)  Exodus 4:15. The Lord then said that He would help both Moses and Aaron.

e)  Exodus 4:16. Aaron was to be the spokesman for both the Lord and Moses.

f)  Exodus 4:17. The staff had great significance because, with it, signs and wonders could be performed. 

(This QT reminds me that the Lord has the best answer: Moses, Aaron And The Staff)

PRAY: For the Lord's best answer for your Church and Ministry. 

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'A Ministry Team.'

Exodus 28:1. 

a)  Have Aaron your brother brought to you

b)  From among the Israelites,

c)  Along with his sons:

1-Nadab.

2-Abihu.

3-Eleazar.

4-Ithamar. 

d)  So they may serve Me as priests. 

(This Second one teaches me how God formed A Ministry Team)

PRAY: For a good Ministry team to be formed in your Church or environment.

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Chris. 

Nadab is a very good name: the meanings are: to give; to donate; to volunteer and to be noble. This is really a good name! May the Lord raise up in His Church today many people who are like Nadab! The Church that is a Nadab - like community will be a thriving and excellent Church. A Church that people would be eager to join!

A Cultural Problem - Not A Theological One!

'A Cultural Problem - Not A Theological One.' 

1 Timothy 2:12.

a)  I do not permit a woman to teach

b)  Or exercise authority over a man,

c)  Rather,

d)  She is to remain quiet. 

(This QT reveals A Cultural Problem - Not A Theological One)

PRAY: For a good understanding of Church Ministries and Church Servants.

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'Put Off Your Old Put On The New.'

Ephesians 4:22-24. 

a)  Ephesians 4:22. You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires;

b)  Ephesians 4:23. And to be renewed in the spirit of your mind,

c)  Ephesians 4:24. And to put on the new self, created to be like God

d)  In True Righteousness and holiness. 

(This Second one calls me to Put Off My Old Put On The New)

PRAY: For Faith to Put Off Your Old.

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Chris.

It is right for both Bible Teaching and Church to emphasise the subject of "New Life In Christ." One of the major reasons for Mission, wherever it is, is to teach about "New Life In Christ"! If people can respond with Faith to this Message, they will become fruitful Believers in Christ. In this New Year let the Message of the Church to the Nations be: "New Life In Christ".

Jesus Delegated To His Disciples!

 'Jesus Delegated To His Disciples.'

John 4:2. 

a)  Although Jesus Himself did not baptize

b)  But only

c)  His Disciples. 

(This QT reminds me that Jesus Delegated To His Disciples)

PRAY: To be sensitive and obedient Disciples Of Jesus.

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'Jesus Went Back To Where He Had Been.'

John 4:3. 

a)  Jesus left Judea

b)  And departed again 

c)  Into Galilee. 

(Through this Second one I see that Jesus Went Back To Where He Had Been)

PRAY: To be led by the Holy Spirit. 

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Chris. 

This QT reminds me that Jesus was not always going to new places. He sent His Disciples out to new places and the Gospel fields grew and grew but Jesus spent most of His time in a limited geographical sphere. This reminds me that the Gospel is needed everywhere, the distant lands and the homelands. 

The Most Effective Ministry!

 'The Most Effective Ministry.'

John 4:1. 

a)  Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees

b)  Had heard that He was gaining 

c)  And Baptising 

d)  More disciples than John.

(This QT reveals The Most Effective Ministry)

PRAY: To have an Effective Ministry.

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'Remember.'

James 4:17. 

a)  Remember,

b)  It is a sin

c)  To know what you ought to do

d)  And then not do it. 

(Through this Second one I am urged to Remember)

PRAY: To Remember all the things that you need to Remember.

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Chris. 

I really like the Book of James in the Bible. The Author is so practical. The Holy Spirit used the different writers to write the Scriptures and their individual characters come through in their writings. We need to treasure God 's Word, read it and live it out in our lives. 

In Bible Days And Culture!

 'In Bible Days And Culture!'

1 Timothy 2:11. 

a)  A woman must learn:

b)  In quietness,

c)  In full submission,

d)  In keeping with her position. 

(This QT reveals life In Bible Days And Culture)

PRAY: That the Churches will have sensitivity to the Times in which we live and not be bound in Bible Days And Culture.

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'God's Heart.'

1 Timothy 2:4. 

a)  God our Saviour

b)  Will have all men to be Saved

c)  And to come unto 

d)  The Knowledge of the Truth. 

(Through this Second One I can see God's Heart!)

PRAY: For God's Heart to be revealed where you are. 

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Chris,

This Second one causes me to remember that God is our Saviour! God the Father, God the Son - Jesus Christ and God the Holy Spirit all play an important theological and practical part in our Salvation. There are two important things mentioned here: a) Being Saved and b) Coming to a knowledge of the Truth. 

It Is Important To Believe On God's Son!

'It Is Important To Believe On God's Son!'

John 3:36.

a)  Whoever believes in the Son has Eternal Life. 

b)  Whoever does not obey the Son 

c)  Shall not see life.

d)  But the wrath of God 

e)  Remains on Him.  

(This QT reminds me that It Is Important To Believe On God's Son)

PRAY: To have a real Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord - God's Son.

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'Time.'

a)  Ecclesiastes 3:1. There is a time for everything.

b)  Genesis 4:3. In the process of time it came to pass that Cain brought an offering of the fruit of the ground to the Lord. 

c)  Genesis 24:11. There was a rime when women went out to the well to draw water.

d)  Genesis 29:7. There is a time for the cattle to be gathered together. 

e)  Exodus 9:14, There was a time when God sent His Plagues. 

f)  Leviticus 13:58. A second time wash makes the garment clean.

g)  Numbers 9:13. There was an appointed time to bring an offering. 

h)  Deuteronomy 1:16. There is a time for judges to judge righteously.

i)  Deuteronomy 9:19. ...But the Lord listened to me at that time also. 

(When I read through the Scriptures I can see that God is in control of Time)

PRAY: Trusting God for the times and seasons in our lives.

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Chris. 

There are some practical things in daily life that leave an example for us from way back in Bible Times! In this Second one we can read about washing a garment a second time. There are times that we need to do that today! Washing something for a second time - it can make a real difference. It is not a mistake, it is not a failure - it just simply needs a second wash!

The Father Loves The Son!

 'The Father Loves The Son.'

John 3:35. 

a)  The Father loves the Son

b)  And has given all things

c)  Into His hand,

(This QT reminds me that The Father Loves The Son)

PRAY: For a real and true understanding of the Love of the Heavenly Father.

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'Remain In The Love Of Christ.'

John 15:9. 

a)  As the Father has loved Me,

b)  So I have loved you. 

c)  Remain in My Love.

(This Second one reminds me to Remain In The Love Of Christ)

PRAY: To appreciate the Love of Christ and remain in it.

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Chris. 

John's Gospel reveals to us much of the Love of God that is revealed in and through Jesus Christ His Son! What touches me so much is the reality of His Love and the endless Power of His Love. When we remain in the Love of Christ, we are surely also experiencing the Love of God. God's Love is poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit - so we are truly encountering God. God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. 

Godly Women Do Good Works!

'Godly Women Do Good Works.'

1 Timothy 2:10.

a)  Women who profess godliness 

b)  Wear what is proper and

c)  Do good works. 

(Through this QT I am so grateful for Godly Women who Do Good Works {some are seen and some never seen})

PRAY: Thanking God for the Godly Women who Do Good Works.

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'The Most High God.'

a)  Genesis 14:18. Melchizedek was His priest. 

b)  Psalm 57:2. I will cry unto God Most High, God Who performs all things for me. 

c)  Psalm 91:1. He that dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 

d)  Psalm 92:1. It is good to give thanks to the Lord, And sing praises to Your Name, O Most High. 

e)  Psalm 97:9. For You, Lord, are most High above all the Earth; You are exalted above all gode. 

f)  Daniel 4:2. I thought it good to declare the signs and wonders that the Most High God has worked for me. 

g)  Daniel 4:17, 25 & 32. ...the Most High rules in the Kingdom of men, gives it to whomever He will, and sets over it the lowest of men.

h)  Acts 7:48. The Most High God does not dwell in temples made by hands. 

(This Second one reminds me that The Most High God is very approachable)

PRAY: To live as God called us to live and to serve how God wants us to serve. 

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Chris.

We should always remember that The Most High rules in the Kingdom of men! Because He rules, we can pray to Him and trust Him. This is not a figment of human imagination - The Most High actually rules, just as He has ruled from the beginning of Creation. 

The Heavenly Father's Generous Love!

 The Heavenly Father's Generous Love.'

John 3:35.

a)  The Father loves His Son

b)  And has put everything

c)  In His Power.

(This QT reminds me about The Heavenly Father's Generous Love)

PRAY: To have confidence in The Heavenly Father's Generous Love.

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'Hear, Believe And See.

John 11:40.

a)  Jesus saith unto her:

b)  "Said I not unto thee,

c)  "That, if you would believe,

d)  "You would see the Glory of God?

(This Second one I find a Biblical Principle: Hear Believe And See)

PRAY: To heed well the Words of Jesus Christ.

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Chris.

John's Gospel tells us about the Love of Christ/ There are so many examples of this here. Jesus told Martha that, if she believed, she would see the Glory of God. The Lord says different things to different people to encourage them, help them, and sometimes correct them. We need to remember this! Not everything that the Lord says is some kind of "supernatural revelation" but it is sometimes very simple and straightforward. 

Jesus Christ - The One Sent By God!

'Jesus Christ - The One Sent By God.'

John 3:34.

a)   For the One Whom God has sent

b)  Speaks the Words of God

c)  For God gives the Spirit without limit.

(This QT reminds me of Jesus Christ - The One Sent By God)

PRAY: To receive both the Words of God and the Spirit of God.

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'The Church Needs To Get This Right.'

John 3:17. 

a)  For God sent not His Son into the World to condemn the World;

b)  But that the World

c)  Through Him

d)  Might be Saved.

(Through this Second one I know that The Church Needs To Get This Right)

PRAY: That your Church will get this Message right.

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Chris.

It is clearly stated in the New Testament that God did not send His Son into the World to condemn the World. God sent His Son that the World might be Saved. The Message of condemnation, preached from the pulpit is really not the Message from God! The True Message of the Gospel is of life-changing Love. We should remember that Jesus has come to Save the people of the World. As in the picture above, food can sometimes be an effective tool for evangelism.

Church Women!

'Church Women.'

1 Timothy 2:9.

a)  I also want the women to dress modestly,

b)  With decency and propriety

c)  Adorning themselves not with: 

1-Elaborate hairstyles.

2-Gold,

3-Pearls.

4-Expensive clothes,

(This QT is a call to Church Women)

PRAY: For simplicity to be evident in the lives of Believers who attend Church. 

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' A Dangerous Woman,'

Proverbs 7:10.

a)  And, behold,

b)  There met him a woman

c)  With the attire of an harlot

d)  And subtle of heart. 

(This Second one exposes A Dangerous Woman)

PRAY: For Dangerous Women to be changed by the Lord,

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Chris.

We should always be alert, even in Church! Sometimes Dangerous Women can cunningly enter the Church congregation and cause havoc. Pastors and Elder Sisters in the Churches should be aware of these people if they come into the Church. The first goal should be to lead them to Christ and invite them to respond to Him. The Elder Sisters watching over them and discipling them for at least a year is a good start for them on their pure Faith path.