Do Not Feel Bad About It!

‘Do Not Feel Bad About It.’
Ephesians 3:13.
a) Apostle Paul asked the Ephesian Church not to faint or lose heart because of what he was going through.
b) Paul was imprisoned for the sake of the Gospel.
c) Paul had:-
1- Suffering.
2- Tribulations.
3- Trials.
d) Because Paul was willing to go through this, rather than feeling bad about it he wanted them to feel honoured.
(Through this QT we should put away unnecessary negative emotions and Do Not Feel Bad About It)
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‘Earthquakes.’
a) Revelation 6:12. Will be manifest at the time of the Last Judgment.
b) 1 Samuel 14:15. Bring fear.
c) 1 Kings 19:11. The Lord is not in them.
d) Isaiah 29:6. Indicate the Lord’s visitation.
e) Ezekiel 38:19. Indicate God’s wrath.
f) Matthew 27:54. Followed the death of Jesus Christ.
g) Matthew 28:2. Were caused by the Angel of the Lord, rolling aside the huge stone from the entrance to Jesus’ tomb.
h) Acts 16:26. Loosed the prisoners from the prison.
i) Revelation 11:13. Can cause cities to collapse.
(This Second one reminds me how awesome Earthquakes are)
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Chris.
Apostle Paul was willing to go through difficult time for the sake of the Gospel and the Churches. This is a great lesson for us, especially those of us who serve the Lord in some way. Are we willing to go through the difficult times that the Lord may lead us into? God has a plan in and through every circumstance of our lives. We need to trust Him in the difficult times.

Who And Who Not To Listen To!

‘Who And Who Not To Listen To.’
Proverbs 20:18-19.
a) Listen to people who give good counsel and advice.
b) Listen to people who give wise guidance.
c) Do not listen to gossips and talebearers.
d) Do not listen to people who talk too much and babble on.
(This QT frankly shows me Who And Who Not To Listen To)
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‘Yes Amen.’
Revelation 1:7.
a) Behold the Lord is coming with the clouds.
b) Every eye shall see Him.
c) They that pierced Him shall see Him.
d) All the tribes of the Earth shall mourn over Him.
e) Even so.
f) Yes Amen.
(Through this Second one I can only echo: Yes Amen)
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Chris.
We need to always be careful who we listen to and what we listen to. Some people delight in saying things that are really helpful to us. Some people talk in pure and wholesome ways. Surely we can listen to such people. There are other people who are gossips and talebearers. If we listen to these talebearers there is a great danger of us becoming corrupted by the things that they talk about. We need to avoid listening to these people.

Jesus Our Eternal Leader!

‘Jesus Our Eternal Leader.’
Revelation 19:11.
a) He reigns in Heaven and on Earth.
b) He is Faithful.
c) He is True.
d) He Judges fairly.
e) He wages a Righteous war.
(Through this QT I am caused to Worship Jesus My Eternal Leader)
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‘False Prophets.’
a) Revelation 16:13. Have evil spirits.
b) Matthew 7:15. They come disguised as harmless sheep but are really vicious wolves. We should beware of them.
c) Matthew 24:11 & 24; 1 John 4:1. There are many and they shall deceive many people.
d) Luke 6:26. They get undeserved praise.
e) 2 Peter 2:1. They will cleverly teach destructive heresies and even deny the Master who bought them. In this way, they will bring sudden destruction on themselves.
(This Second one warns me to avoid False Prophets)
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Chris.
Jesus Christ our Lord wages a Righteous war. Today he is waging war through His people in several ways. Firstly, He wages war through their intercession. Secondly, He wages war through their ministry to the poor and needy people. And, thirdly, He wages war through the ministry that fights against injustices like people trafficking and slavery.

True Believers Can Come Into God’s Presence!

‘True Believers Can Come Into God’s Presence.’
Ephesians 3:11-12.
a) God had and has an Eternal Plan.
b) He carried out this Plan through Jesus Christ our Lord.
c) Because of Jesus Christ and our Faith in Him we can come now into God’s Presence with boldness and confidence.
(This QT assures me that I Can Come Into God’s Presence)
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‘True Believers Are Priests.’
a) Revelation 20:6. Eternally.
b) Revelation 1:6; 5:10. Priests of God’s Kingdom.
c) Isaiah 61:6. Priests that are cared for by the Lord.
d) 1 Peter 2:5. Holy Priests.
e) 1 Peter 2:9. Royal Priests.
(Through this Second one I understand that True Believers Are Priests)
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Chris.
Every True Believer has the assurance that they can come into God’s Presence. This Truth needs to be well taught and explained so that the Believer can grow in their Faith. If we lack this assurance in our lives surely we will lack in both Faith and Hope.

Avoid Falsehood!

‘Avoid Falsehood.’
a) Proverbs 20:17. Its bread is sweet, but afterwards our mouths are filled with gravel.
b) Deuteronomy 5:11. In using the Name of the Lord.
c) Job 11:11. God recognises and knows people of falsehood.
d) Job 21:34; Isaiah 59:3. It makes our speech so empty.
e) Job 31:5. We should not walk with it.
f) Psalm 5:6. If we speak it we may be destroyed.
g) Psalm 7:14. It is aligned with wickedness.
h) Psalm 26:4. We should not fellowship with people living in it.
i) Psalm 40:4. We should be careful not to lapse into it.
j) Psalm 119:78. Lest we wrong other people with it.
k) Psalm 119:163. We are to hate and abhor it.
l) Isaiah 28:15. It is a bad shelter.
m) Isaiah 57:4; Jeremiah 16:19. It is often passed on to the next generation.
n) Isaiah 59:13. It comes from a heart in bad condition.
o) Jeremiah 8:8. It may cause intellectual people to distort God’s Word.
p) Jeremiah 13:25. We should not trust in it.
q) Jeremiah 14:14; 23:26; Ezekiel 13:6. It must not be used in “prophecy” in the Name of the Lord.
r) Jeremiah 23:14. This is especially important for Servants of the Lord.
s) John 1:47. Like Nathanael.
t) Revelation 21:27; 22:15. Because it keeps us out of Heaven.
(This QT encourages me to Avoid Falsehood)
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‘The Lord’s Grace For Straying People.’
a) Jeremiah 31:19-20. He loves to Restore them.
b) Luke 15:20. The picture of the father’s love for his prodigal son.
c) Luke 15:10. The rejoicing in Heaven in the presence of the Angels over one sinner who repents.
(Through this Second one I find the Compassion of the Lord: The Lord’s Grace For Straying People)
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Chris.
We should be careful not to lapse into falsehood. There will always be times in our fellowship with other people that we enjoy telling stories about our lives and experiences. This is open and free fellowship. At such times we need also to be careful, firstly, not to “compete” with another person’s story, and, secondly, not to lapse into falsehood.

When Peter Was Freed By The Angel!

‘When Peter Was Freed By The Angel.’
Acts 12:12-17.
a) Acts 12:12. The first place he went to was the house of Fellowship, Prayer and Familiarity.
b) Acts 12:13-15. The folks inside could not believe that it was Peter. (In their minds he was in jail and they had to pray fervently for him, BUT God had answered their prayers already)
c) Acts 12:16. Peter continued knocking and they finally opened the door. (Sometimes we need to keep knocking)
d) Acts 12:17. Peter:-
1- Mentioned to the people in the house to be quiet.
2- He told them how the Lord had led him out of prison.
3- He gave them instructions.
4- He left for another place.
(I learn from this QT: When Peter Was Freed By The Angel)
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‘A Day In The Courts Of The Lord’s House.’
Psalm 84:10.
a) A single day in the Courts of the Lord’s House is better than a thousand days anywhere else.
b) I would rather be a gate keeper in the House of my God.
c) I do not want to dwell in the tents of wickedness.
(This Second one gives me the desire for A Day In The Courts Of The Lord’s House)
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Chris.
After being in the restricted environment of the prison, the first place that Peter went to was the House of Fellowship, Prayer and Familiarity. We need to have that kind of place to go to. Maybe it is a local Church, a fellowship group, an “open home” of Believers who serve hospitality for those people who need it, or anywhere similar to these. That is why hospitality is such a vitally important part of our lives.

No More A Secret!

‘No More A Secret.’
Ephesians 3:9-10.
a) God gave to Apostle Paul the work of telling all people about the plan for His secret.
b) This plan has been hidden in God since the beginning of time.
c) God created all things.
d) His Purpose is manifested through the Church.
e) His Purpose is that all rulers and powers in the Heavenly places will know God’s Wisdom.
f) This Wisdom has so many forms.
(Through this QT I can see that it is No More A Secret)
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‘Putting Body Life Into Practise.’
Hebrews 10:19-25.
a) Hebrews 10:19. We True Believers are completely free to enter the Most Holy Place without fear because of the Blood of Jesus.
b) Hebrews 10:20. We can enter through a new and living way that Jesus opened for us.
c) Hebrews 10:20. This new and living way is through Christ’s body and flesh.
d) Hebrews 10:21. Jesus is now the Great High Priest over God’s House.
e) Hebrews 10:22. We can come near to God:-
1- With a sincere heart.
2- With sure Faith.
3- Having been made free from a guilty conscience.
4- Having our bodies washed with pure water.
f) Hebrews 10:23. Let us hold firmly to the hope that we have confessed, because we can trust God to do what He Promised.
g) Hebrews 10:24. Let us think about one another and help each other to show live and do good deeds.
h) Hebrews 10:25. We should not stay away from Church meetings as some people are doing.
i) Hebrews 10:25. We should:-
1- Meet together.
2- Encourage one another.
3- Spend more time in Fellowship with other True Believers in these days.
(Through this Second one I fully understand the importance of Putting Body Life Into Practise)
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Chris.
There is power in confessing the Word of God. We can trust the Word of God and we can trust God to do what He has Promised. When we confess the Word of God this is positive and whether we do it privately or in front of other people, we always build our own Faith by doing it.

Financial Dealings Should Be Honest!

‘Financial Dealings Should Be Honest.’
a) Proverbs 20:16; 27:13. They should be both safe and legal.
b) Proverbs 6:1-3. Get out of them and do not make them if the principles are wrong.
c) Proverbs 11:15. We should not expose ourselves to danger.
d) Proverbs 17:18. Avoid poor judgment. If we do not really know what we are doing, do not do it.
e) Proverbs 22:26. Do not guarantee another person’s debt.
(This QT strongly reminds me that Financial Dealings Should Be Honest)
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‘The Power Of The Cross.’
Galatians 6:14.
a) We should only boast about the Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.
b) Because of the Cross our interest in the World system has been crucified.
c) Because of the Cross the World system’s interest in us dies.
(This Second one reminds me of The Power Of The Cross)
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Chris.
We should be responsible for everything that we do. If we cannot take responsibility or be responsible then we should not do it. Faith is never irresponsible. The Church needs responsible leaders who set a good example of responsibility.

A Minister Approved Unto God!

‘A Minister Approved Unto God.’
2 Timothy 2:15.
a) Studies God’s Word.
b) Should do nothing to cause themselves shame.
c) Rightly divides the Word of Truth.
(This QT teaches me the basic facts about A Minister Approved Unto God)
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‘Church, This Is Urgent.’
Romans 12:1.
a) This is what the all the Church is urged to do.
b) This can be done because of the Mercies of the Lord.
c) We present our bodies to Him:-
1-A living sacrifice.
2-Holy.
3-Acceptable To Him.
d) This is our reasonable service.
(I really understand through this Second one: Church, This Is Urgent, of how God sees my priorites)
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Chris.
God approves or God approved. How important is God’s approval in our lives. How can we know God’s approval? It is by living in the Light which He has given us to live in. As we live in that Light that we receive more Light.

The Servant Of The Gospel

‘The Servant Of The Gospel.’
Ephesians 3:7-8.
a) Is made by the Gift of the Grace of God.
b) Experiences the working of God’s Power in their life.
c) Is humble.
d) Experiences daily Grace.
e) Preaches Christ.
(This QT shows me who is the true Servant Of The Gospel)
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‘A Living Witness.’
1 Peter 3:15.
a) Sanctifies in their heart Christ as Lord.
b) Is ready always to give an answer to everyone that asks the the reason concerning their Hope.
c) Has humility.
d) Has the Fear of the Lord.
(Through this Second one I understand truly who is A Living Witness)
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Chris.
The Servant of the Gospel preaches Christ. The Message of the early Church in the Book of Acts was Christ. This is the model for us. It correct for the Church to be concerned in matters of Mercy and serving the poor people. It is correct for the Church to support Missions and Missionaries opening schools and hospitals. The Church should always maintain its purity through preaching Christ.
The Church should not be preaching a political message, this abuses the Commission that the Lord has given to the Church.

Wise Words Are Valuable!

‘Wise Words Are Valuable.’
a) Proverbs 20:15; 1 Kings 10:21; 1 Timothy 2:9-10. More valuable than much gold.
b) Psalm 49:3. They come from thoughts filled with insight.
c) Proverbs 10:13. They come from the lips of people with understanding.
d) Proverbs 12:14. They bring many benefits.
e) Proverbs 18:20. They satisfy like a good meal.
(Through this QT I clearly understand that Wise Words Are Valuable)
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‘We Should Keep Ourselves Pure.’
2 Timothy 2:21.
a) Then we will be a special utensil for honourable use by the Lord.
b) Then our life will be clean.
c) Then we will be ready for the Master to use us for every good work.
(This Second one reminds me that I Should Keep Myself Pure)
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Chris.
Wise words bring many benefits with them. Socially, if we speak wise words with other people they will be Blessed through those wise words. If we listen to and respond to the wise words of other people they can help us to keep our lives in good condition in front of God.

Bear Much Fruit!

‘Bear Much Fruit.’
John 15:16.
a) We did not choose the Lord.
b) The Lord chose us.
c) The Lord appointed us to go and bear much fruit.
d) The Lord appointed us to bear fruit that endures.
e) The Father will give to us whatever we ask of Him in Jesus’ Name.
(Through this QT I know it is God’s Will for all True Believers and myself to Bear Much Fruit)
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‘The Necessity Of Union With Christ Jesus.’
Ephesians 2:10.
a) God has made us what we are. We are His Workmanship.
b) He has Created us and that in our union with Jesus Christ we should live a life of good deeds.
c) He has already prepared those good deeds for us to do.
(This Second one teaches me The Necessity Of Union With Christ Jesus)
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Chris.
The Father will give to us whatever we ask of Him in Jesus’ Name. These are the Words of Jesus Christ. We have a God Who delights in answering the Prayers of His Children if they meet His conditions. God expects us to do our best in obeying Him within the understanding of His Word and His Will that we have. As we do that we will have more and more understanding.

The Mystery Of And About Christ!

‘The Mystery Of And About Christ.’
Ephesians 3:3-6.
a) Ephesians 3:3. This Mystery came to Apostle Paul by revelation and he shared about it with the Churches.
b) Ephesians 3:4. Apostle Paul was able to fully understand this mystery.
c) Ephesians 3:5. In former times this revelation was not revealed but in the times of the New Testament it was revealed to the Holy Prophets and Apostles by the Holy Spirit.
d) Ephesians 3:6. The Mystery is that the Gentiles are fellow-heirs, and fellow-members of the Body, and fellow-partakers of the Promise in Christ Jesus through the Gospel.
(This QT gives me understanding of The Mystery Of And About Christ)
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‘Just A Donkey – But So Important.’
Matthew 21:1-9.
a) Matthew 21:1. Jesus knew what was ahead in Bethphage.
b) Matthew 21:2. Jesus sent two of the Disciples ahead to the village to get an ass and a colt.
c) Matthew 21:3. The Lord needed them.
d) Matthew 21:4-5. This was a perfect fulfilment of Biblical Prophecy.
e) Matthew 21:6. The Disciples obeyed Jesus.
f) Matthew 21:7-9. Jesus sat on the ass and rode to Jerusalem with the crowd worshipping Him.
(This Second one amazes me: Just A Donkey – But So Important)
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Chris.
If we are sincere in our relationship with God it is well possible that He, at times, may show us things that He wants us to know personally. God’s ways are different from our ways and His thoughts also. What Grace that we can have a personal walk with Him.

Buyers!

‘Buyers.’
a) Proverbs 20:14. Should be honest.
b) Leviticus 25:30. Should expect to own the things that they bought, whether large or small.
c) Amos 8:5. Should not be cheated by the merchants.
(This QT helps me to understand some of the Biblical concepts for Buyers)
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‘Eventual Destruction Of This Earth Will Come.’
2 Peter 3:11-12.
a) Everything around us is going to be destroyed.
b) We should be living holy and godly lives.
c) We should be looking forward to the Day of God.
d) We should be hurrying along the Day of God.
e) On the Day of God He will set the Heavens on fire.
f) On the Day of God the elements will melt away in the flames.
(Through this Second one I am convinced that the Eventual Destruction Of This Earth Will Come)
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Chris.
Buyers and buying are an everyday part of our lives. As True Believers we need to have a Christian buying ethic. There are times when I see, especially during some “special sales events” that True Believers behave just the same as non-believers, that makes me really sad.

A Good Employee!

‘A Good Employee.’
Ephesians 6:5.
a) Obeys their master.
b) Has the Fear of the Lord.
c) Serves with the same single heartedness with which they serve the Lord.
(This QT shows me who is A Good Employee)
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‘Keep Going.’
Philippians 3:14.
a) Keep pursuing our godly goal.
b) Then we will win the prize offered by our High Calling.
c) This High Calling of God is in Christ Jesus.
(Through this Second one I am encouraged to Keep Going)
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Chris.
To keep going is an encouragement that every True Believer needs. We all face different and sometimes difficult situations in our lives, relationships and circumstances that would discourage us. It is a times like that when we need to hear these simple words: keep going.

Understanding The Equipping For Ministry!

‘Understanding The Equipping For Ministry.’
Ephesians 3:2.
a) Apostle Paul wanted this to be heard and understood.
b) God gave to Paul a special responsibility. He had:-
1- Calling.
2- Anointing.
3- Equipping.
c) It was to extend God’s Grace to the Gentiles.
(This QT helps me to be Understanding The Equipping For Ministry)
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‘An Order And Request.’
2 Thessalonians 3:11-12.
a) Uncontrolled behaviour easily becomes a bad reputation.
b) There were some Christian people in Thessalonika doing no work at all.
c) These people were always delving into other people’s lives and work.
d) Apostle Paul gave orders to these people in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ.
e) They were to get on with their work quietly and to make a living.
(This Second one reveals An Order And Request that is still relevant to Christianity today)
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Chris.
The equipping of the Church for every kind of Ministry is an important part of the life of the Church. If we only try to evangelise and we do not equip, our Church is not going to be very stable. Evangelism is really important but it should be parallel with in Church equipping.

Be Awake When We Should!

‘Be Awake When We Should!’
Proverbs 20:13.
a) We should not love sleep.
b) If we love sleep, we end up in poverty.
c) We should keep our eyes open.
d) Then there will be plenty to eat.
(This QT reminds me to Be Awake When I Should)
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‘The Relationship Between Fathers And Children Matters.’
Colossians 3:20-21.
a) Children should always obey their parents.
b) This is pleasing to the Lord.
c) Fathers should not aggravate their children.
d) Aggravating children causes them to become discouraged.
(This Second one is a significant one for every father, parent and child: The Relationship Between Fathers And Children Matters)
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Chris.
When I need to be awake I should be. Drowsiness is an enemy to our lives in many ways: our concentration, our relationships, our ability to work, our worship, our driving. Rather than to be drowsy it is better to take a short rest if we need one and then continue on in freshness, manifesting our full ability.

God's Original Plan!

‘God’s Original Plan.’
Mark 10:6-8.
a) Mark 10:6. At the beginning of Creation God made them: male and female.
b) Mark 10:7. For the above reason is why a man will leave his father and his mother and be united to his wife.
c) Mark 10:8. Husband and wife become one flesh so that they are no longer two but one.
(Through this QT I clearly see God’s Original Plan)
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‘Correct Behaviour At Home.’
Ephesians 5:21-25.
a) Ephesians 5:21. There should be mutual submission out of reverence for Christ.
b) Ephesians 5:22. Wives should be submitted to their own husbands as unto the Lord. (They should not submit to someone else’s husband)
c) Ephesians 5:23. For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the Head of the Church, His Body, of which He is the Saviour.
d) Ephesians 5:24. As the Church submits to Christ so wives should submit to their husbands.
e) Ephesians 5:25. Husbands should love their wives just as Christ loves the Church and gave Himself up for her.(That is sacrificial love)
(This Second one reveals what Correct Behaviour At Home between husband and wife should be)
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Chris.
When launching out into Bible Reading for the first time Mark is one of the best books to read first. Mark clearly records, in very understandable terms, the Life of Jesus Christ lived out on this Earth and also some of His Teachings and His Works. It is a very good foundation book from which to start regular reading of the Bible.

Apostle Paul The Prisoner!

‘Apostle Paul The Prisoner.’
a) Ephesians 3:1. For the benefit of the Gentiles.
b) Ephesians 4:1; 2 Timothy 2:9; Philemon 1:1. For serving the Lord.
c) Ephesians 6:20. Still preaching the Gospel Message as Christ’s Ambassador.
d) Acts 28:20. Because of his Hope in God.
e) 2 Corinthians 11:23. Often in prison.
f) Philippians 1:13; 2 Timothy 1:8; Philemon 1:9. Because of Christ.
g) Colossians 4:3. Seeking opportunity to preach the Gospel there.
h) Colossians 4:18. Requesting the Church’s prayer.
(Through this QT: Apostle Paul The Prisoner I am challenged not to complain when I go through difficult times)
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‘We Need To Follow The Correct Way.’
Galatians 5:19-23.
a) Galatians 5:19. The Bible clearly states what are the Works of the Flesh.
b) Galatians 5:19-21. The Works of the Flesh are:-
1- Evil desire.
2- Unclean things
3- Wrong use of the senses.
4- Idolatry.
5- Use of strange powers.
6- Hatred.
7- Rivalry.
8- Anger.
9- Strife.
10- Divisions.
11- False Teachings.
12- Envy.
13- Murder.
14- Drunkenness.
c) Galatians 5:21. The people who do such things will have no part in the Kingdom of God.
d) Galatians 5:22-23. The fruit of the Holy Spirit is:-
1- Love.
2- Joy.
3- Peace.
4- A Quiet mind.
5- Kind acts.
6- Well doing.
7- Faith.
8- Gentle Behaviour.
9- Control over desires.
e) Galatians 5:23. Against this Fruit there is no law.
(This Second one reminds me that I Need To Follow The Correct Way)
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Chris.
As True Believers we need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. If our lives are submitted to the Word of God and to the Holy Spirit it then becomes possible for us to produce the Fruit of the Holy Spirit in our lives. This should be our desire and also our commitment.

Eyes To See!

‘Eyes To See.’
a) Proverbs 20:12. Are a gift from the Lord.
b) Numbers 10:31. Are needed to guide us.
c) Psalm 38:10. Sometimes deteriorate when our physical body is sick.
d) Luke 11:33. Enjoy light in the home.
e) Luke 11:34. Are a lamp that provides Light for our body, when they are in good condition our body is filled with Light. When they are in bad or sinful condition our whole body is filled with darkness.
(Through this QT I thank God for Eyes To See)
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‘Restoration Of Praise And Worship.’
Psalm 102:18-22.
a) Psalm 102:18. This is not only for now, it is for the future. For those people as yet unborn.
b) Psalm 102:19. The Lord looks down from His Sanctuary to Earth.
c) Psalm 102:20. The Lord hears the groans of the prisoners and sees those people in bondage, condemned to die.
d) Psalm 102:21. The Lord’s fame will be celebrated in Zion and His Praises in Jerusalem. (In fact, all over the Earth – it is the Lord’s)
e) Psalm 102:22. Multitudes will gather together and Kingdoms will come to Worship the Lord.
(Through this Second one I have Holy Excitement because I know that I am living in the season for Restoration Of Praise And Worship)
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Chris.
Eyes are needed to guide us. Most of us have sight, this means we can go in the direction which we should and we can lead others also. Eyes are gates into our lives for our body, soul and spirit. This means that we should keep our eyes in good condition not only physically but also morally. Let us also remember the physically blind, what are our Churches doing to help them?