Many Kinds Of People!

‘Many Kinds Of People.’
Proverbs 13:4-5.
a) Lazy people who desire but never get.
b) Diligent people who are Blessed by God.
c) Righteous people who hate lying.
d) Wicked people who are loathsome and who come to shame.
(This QT helps me to realise that in this World there are Many Kinds Of People. Who I choose to be my friends and who I trust are important choices for me)
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‘Do Not Opt Out.’
Numbers 32:1-27.
a) Numbers 32:1-5. The Children of Reuben and Gad were facing a great temptation to opt out of God’s Plan for His People.
b) Numbers 32:6-13. Moses explained to them why opting out was wrong. It was totally out of God’s Will and Plan. It would discourage other people and it was disobedience to God.
c) Numbers 32:14-15. Moses saw them as sinners, turning away from God.
d) Numbers 32:16-19. They made a new promise to Moses which was acceptable. They would not opt out.
e) Numbers 32:20-22. Moses made them responsible to do what they said they would do.
f) Numbers 32:23. Moses warned them against breaking their promise.
g) Numbers 32:24-27. The Children of Reuben and Gad kept their word.
(This Second one reminds me of the clear instruction of the Lord: Do Not Opt Out of His Will)
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Chris.
God leads us clearly and He also clearly expects us to make good choices to follow His Will for our lives. Doing things are not the only choices we have to make. Friendships are also a matter of choice. We need to choose the right friends.

Trust In The Lord (2)!

‘Trust In The Lord.’
a) James 2:5. Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in Faith and to inherit the Kingdom He promised those who love Him?
b) Proverbs 17:5. And do not mock the poor people.
c) Proverbs 11:28. He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the Righteous people will flourish like the green leaf.
d) Titus 3:4-7. Because He has:-
1- Titus 3:4. Shown to us His Kindness and Love.
2- Titus 3:5. Saved us.
3- Titus 3:6. Poured out His Spirit on us freely.
4- Titus 3:7. Made us right with God.
(This QT reminds me again to Trust In The Lord)
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‘The Gospel Messenger.’
a) 2 Corinthians 5:20; Romans 5:10. Needs to tell people to be Reconciled to God.
b) Philippians 2:8. Needs to clearly present the Message of the Cross.
c) Hebrews 5:8. Needs to include the necessity of Obedience to God.
d) Luke 22:42-44. Needs to present the submissive attitude of Christ to the Father’s Will.
e) John 1:4; 5:26. Needs to present Christ as our Life and Light.
f) John 14:6. Needs to present Jesus Christ as:-
1- The Way.
2- The Truth.
3- The Life.
4- The exclusive way of access to Father God.
g) John 10:17. Reveals that Christ was not murdered, He gave His Life.
h) Revelation 13:8. Tells that the Lamb of God was slain from the Foundation of the World.
i) Hebrews 7:25. Tells that Christ now Lives forever to make Intercession for us.
(This Second one shows to me the Message of the Gospel Messenger)
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Chris.
Trust in the Lord is not just a cliché used by religious minded thoughtless “christians” - but it is also a necessity for True Believers. We live in days when Trusting the Lord is a vitally important part of our lives.

There Is A Limit!

‘There Is A Limit.’
1 Corinthians 2:11-12.
a) Only we can know our own thoughts.
b) Only God’s Own Spirit knows His Thoughts.
c) We have received the Holy Spirit.
d) Now we can know the things that God has freely given to us.
e) Nothing else.
(This QT convinces me that There Is A Limit to the things that God will reveal to me by the Holy Spirit)
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‘Make A Good Choice.’
a) Romans 6:23. The wages of sin or the Gift of God.
b) Revelation 21:8. Believe with no fear.
c) James 2:10-11. To obey God.
d) Romans 3:23. To be cleansed from sin.
e) 2 Corinthians 5:18-19. To be reconciled to God.
f) 2 Corinthians 5:17. To become a New Creation in Jesus Christ.
g) John 15:11; 1 John 1:4. To choose the Words and Ways of God that we might have Joy.
h) 1 Corinthians 14:40. To do everything in Church decently and in order.
i) Matthew 15:7-14. Stay away from hypocrites.
j) Joel 2:23; Philippians 4:4; Psalm 89:15-16. To Rejoice in the Lord our God.
k) Psalm 122:1. To go to the House of the Lord.
l) Ephesians 5:19. To sing and make melody in our heart to the Lord.
m) Psalm 51:12. To pray sincerely for ourselves.
n) Jeremiah 15:16. To love the Word of God.
(The Second one encourages me to Make A Good Choice)
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Chris.
There is no gift of “mind reading” in the Body of Christ. We live in days of strange “charismatic” manifestations with people making all kinds of claims that God is “doing something”. God works according to His Word. There is no way that is superior to the Word of God – we should always remember this and then we can remain spiritually sound.

Things To Guard!

‘Things To Guard.’
a) Proverbs 13:3; 21:23; Psalm 39:1. Our mouth.
b) Joshua 10:18. Jail.
c) Exodus 23:13. Not to mention the names of other gods.
d) Exodus 23:21. Our obedience to the Lord.
e) Numbers 3:8. The Servants of the Lord.
f) Numbers 3:10; 18:7; Acts 20:28. Our Ministry.
g) Numbers 3:32 & 38; 18:5. The Lord’s Sanctuary.
h) Deuteronomy 33:9. The Lord’s Covenant.
i) 1 Samuel 19:2. To protect ourselves.
j) 1 Samuel 22:17; 26:15. The National Ruler.
k) 1 Samuel 30:24. Equipment used for war.
l) 1 Kings 8:25; 2 Chronicles 6:16. Our behaviour and faithfully follow the Lord.
m) 2 Kings 12:9; Ezra 8:29; 2 Corinthians 8:20. The Temple offering box.
n) 1 Chronicles 9:23. The gates of the House of the Lord.
o) 1 Chronicles 15:23-24. The Presence of God.
p) Nehemiah 4:21. Against our enemy always.
q) Nehemiah 12:25. The storehouses.
r) Nehemiah 13:19. The Holiness of the Sabbath.
s) Psalm 119:9; Proverbs 16:17. Our way - with the Word of God.
t) Proverbs 4:23; Malachi 2:15-16. Our heart above all else.
u) Proverbs 13:6. Our blameless way – with Righteousness.
v) Proverbs 22:5. Our soul.
w) Proverbs 27:18. Our employer.
x) Ecclesiastes 5:1. Our steps when we go to the House of God.
y) Jeremiah 9:4. Against crafty neighbours.
z) Ezekiel 38:7. The assembly of God’s People.
aa) Habakkuk 2:1. Our attentiveness to the Lord.
bb) Malachi 2:7. Knowledge.
cc) Mark 13:9. Our times of persecution.
dd) Luke 2:8. Flocks of sheep.
ee) Luke 12:15. Every kind of greed.
ff) Luke 17:3. To rebuke a sinning brother.
gg) Luke 21:34. So that our heart will not be weighed down with:-
1- Dissipation.
2- Drunkenness.
3- Worries of life.
hh) 1 Thessalonians 5:6. To be alert and clear headed.
ii) 2 Timothy 4:15. Opponents of Truth in the Church.
jj) 1 John 5:21. From idols.
(Through this QT I see that there are Things To Guard, I need to take responsibility where appropriate)
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‘Giving God.’
a) James 1:17. He gives good and perfect gifts.
b) Romans 6:23; Isaiah 59:1. He gives Eternal Life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
c) Acts 8:38-39. He gives the opportunity to experience the Joy of being Baptised.
(Through this Second one I celebrate my Giving God)
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Chris.
We need to be on our guard against the worries of life. There is never any positive result of worry. It only makes us sick and puts us into various kinds of suffering. This is why the Bible tells us that we can pray about the things that we would worry about.

Financial Responsibility And Testimony!

‘Financial Responsibility And Testimony.’
a) Exodus 20:15. True Believers should not steal.
b) Ephesians 4:28. Where possible True Believers should do honest work and share with those people in need.
c) Genesis 2:15. The Lord God gave man work to do.
d) 2 Corinthians 9:7. Our giving should be:-
1- Not out of necessity.
2- Not grudgingly.
3- Cheerful.
e) Proverbs 20:23. The Lord detests corruption in business.
f) Colossians 3:23. Everything we do we are to do enthusiastically –as something done for the Lord.
g) Romans 13:6-7. We are to be honest with taxes and paying our bills.
(This QT shows me about Financial Responsibility And Testimony)
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‘Rejoice.’
a) 1 Thessalonians 5:16. Always.
b) Leviticus 23:40 Before the Lord our God.
c) Deuteronomy 12:7. In all we have accomplished because the LORD our God has blessed us.
d) 1 Chronicles 16:10; Psalm 105:3. Worshippers of the Lord.
e) 2 Chronicles 6:41; Isaiah 63:7. In the Lord’s Goodness.
f) Esther 9:19. And send gifts to each other.
g) Psalm 9:14; 13:5. That the Lord has rescued us.
h) Psalm 22:26. With everlasting Joy.
i) Psalm 32:11. In the Lord and be glad.
j) Psalm 33:21. Because we are Trusting in the Lord’s Holy Name.
k) Psalm 58:10. When we see injustice avenged.
l) Psalm 63:11. In God.
m) Psalm 68:4. In the Lord’s Presence.
n) Psalm 118:24. And be Glad in the Day that the Lord has made.
o) Psalm 119:162. In the Word of the Lord like one who finds great treasure.
p) Psalm 149:2. In our Maker.
q) Proverbs 23:15. Parents, in wise children.
r) Isaiah 9:3. At harvest time.
s) Isaiah 25:9. In the Salvation that the Lord brings.
t) Joel 2:21. Because the Lord has done great things.
u) Zephaniah 3:14. With all of our heart.
v) Zechariah 9:9. Greatly.
w) Luke 10:20. Because our names are registered as Citizens of Heaven.
x) Romans 5:3. When we run into problems and trials, for we know that they are good for us--they help us learn to endure.
y) Romans 5:11. In our wonderful new relationship with God--all because of what our Lord Jesus Christ has done for us in making us friends of God.
z) Revelation 19:7. And Honour the Lord.
(This Second one reminds me to Rejoice)
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Chris.
Rejoice at harvest time. Surely the farmer has to work hard to prepare for the harvest time and yet depend on God to send the weather for the crops to grow. Spiritually also, the Church should be working hard to prepare for a harvest of people to come into God’s Kingdom – then shall the Church rejoice.

What God Has For Us!

‘What God Has For Us.’
1 Corinthians 2:9-10.
a) Eye has not seen.
b) Ear has not heard.
c) It has not entered into our heart.
d) There are things which we do not know about yet that God has prepared for those people who love Him.
e) God reveals these things to us by the Holy Spirit.
f) The Holy Spirit searches and knows the things of God.
(This QT makes me think about What God Has For Me)
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‘Godliness.’
a) 1 Timothy 4:7-8. Is something we need to exercise.
b) 1 Kings 9:4. We are to follow the Lord with it.
c) Psalm 132:9 & 16. We should be clothed with it.
d) Proverbs 11:6. Will rescue us.
e) Proverbs 13:6. Guards the path of the blameless people.
f) Proverbs 14:34. Makes a Nation great.
g) Proverbs 15:9; 1 Timothy 6:11. Pursue it and we will know the Love of the Lord.
h) Isaiah 58:8. Will lead us forward.
i) 1 Timothy 2:2. Is what God wants us to live in.
j) 1 Timothy 5:4. Should be in our homes.
k) 1 Timothy 6:3. Comes through the Words of our Lord Jesus Christ.
l) 1 Timothy 6:6. With contentment is great gain.
m) 2 Peter 1:6-7. Is something to build upon in our lives.
(This Second one gives me the desire to continue in Righteousness)
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Chris.
We do not know the things that God has for us by simply listening with our ears. If we only try to do this we will be easily deceived. There are many false “prophets” today who are only too ready to speak their words over our lives like a fortune teller. God wants to reveal to us by His Holy Spirit the things that He has for us.

They Will Be Rewarded!

‘They Will Be Rewarded.’
a) Proverbs 13:2; 11:18; Psalm 58:11. Good people, for what they say.
b) 2 Samuel 22:21 & 25; Psalm 18:20 & 24. Those people in Righteousness with clean hands.
c) 2 Chronicles 15:7. Those people who are strong and courageous, for their work.
d) Job 33:26. Because they are innocent.
e) Psalm 19:11; Proverbs 13:13; Isaiah 3:10. For obeying the Lord’s Teachings.
f) Proverbs 11:17. People who are kind.
g) Proverbs 11:25; Ecclesiastes 11:1. Generous people.
h) Proverbs 27:18. Because they are workers who protect their employer’s interests.
i) Matthew 10:42. For giving Hospitality.
j) Luke 12:37. Because they are servants who are ready for Christ’s return.
k) Romans 2:10; Revelation 14:13. For doing right.
l) 1 Corinthians 3:8. For serving the Lord well.
m) Galatians 6:9. For helping other people.
n) 1 Timothy 3:13. For doing well as Deacons.
(Through this QT I realise that They Will Be Rewarded)
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‘When We Have Made Ourselves Clean.’
2 Timothy 2:21.
a) From all evil things.
b) We will be used by God for special purposes.
c) We will be dedicated True Believers.
d) We will be useful for our Master.
e) We will be ready to be used for every good deed.
(In this Second one I can see my potential in God, When I Have Made Myself Clean by His Grace and through His Grace)
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Chris.
To obey the Lord’s Teachings is the responsibility of every True Believer and an evidence of them being a True Believer. The person who claims to be a Believer but does not obey the Lord’s Teachings is not really a Believer. “Trust and Obey, there is no other way to be happy in Jesus” is what the hymn writer wrote.

The Careful Life Of A True Believer!

‘The Careful Life Of A True Believer.’
a) 1 Corinthians 10:12. Taking heed to ourselves lest we fall.
b) Ephesians 5:15. Be very careful how you live. Don't live like foolish people but like wise.
c) Ephesians 5:16. Redeem the time because the days are evil.
d) Ephesians 5:17. Do not be unwise, but understand what the Will of the Lord is.
e) Ephesians 6:10. Be strong in the Lord, in His Mighty Strength.
f) Ephesians 6:11. Put on the whole armour of God that we may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
g) Hebrews 6:11-12. Be diligent and confident until the end and not lazy. Then we will imitate those people who through Faith and Patience inherit the Promises of God.
h) Ephesians 2:10. We are to do the Good Works which God has prepared for us to do.
i) Titus 8:14. We are to learn how to set an example by doing good things when urgent needs arise so that we can live productive lives.
j) Matthew 20:27-28. Our goal should be to serve in the same way that Jesus did.
(This QT reveals to me The Careful Life Of A True Believer)
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‘The Holy Spirit And The Body Of Christ.’
1 Corinthians 12:6-18.
a) 1 Corinthians 12:6. There are different kinds of work to do – but it is God Who works in everything.
b) 1 Corinthians 12:7. The evidence of the Holy Spirit's Presence is given to each person for the common good of everyone.
c) 1 Corinthians 12:8-10. The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
d) 1 Corinthians 12:11. These Gifts are distributed by God and not our choice.
e) 1 Corinthians 12:12-16. We are all different parts of the Body of Christ.
(This Second one gives me greater understanding about The Holy Spirit And The Body Of Christ)
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Chris.
We need to stand against the wiles of the devil. Today there are some very extreme teachings about “spiritual warfare” so much so that some people seem to live in a constant fight with the devil. Of course this is heretical, God promises True Believers victory over the devil. What we are to do is to stand against the wiles of the devil.

What Believing Ministers Should Impart!

‘What Believing Ministers Should Impart.’
1 Corinthians 2:6-8.
a) 1 Corinthians 2:6. They do impart wisdom, although it is not a wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are doomed to pass away.
b) 1 Corinthians 2:7. They impart the Wisdom of God, which is:-
1- Secret.
2- Hidden.
3- Decreed before the ages for our light.
c) 1 Corinthians 2:8. None of the rulers of this age understood this Wisdom, for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of Glory.
(This QT teaches me What Believing Ministers Should Impart)
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‘We Have To Live In This World.’
a) John 17:15. Jesus does not ask the Father to take us out of this World system but He prays that we will be kept from the evil one.
b) 1 Corinthians 5:9-10. We live amongst worldly minded people in many situations.
c) 1 John 5:18. God looks after us and there is no need for the evil one to touch us.
d) James 4:7. If we are submitted to God we can resist the devil and he will flee from us.
(This Second one reminds me that I Have To Live In This World)
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Chris.
The Believing Minister today needs to be able to impart the Wisdom of God. Many people in Churches that are relevant Churches in today’s world are thinking people. These people are so hungry for the Words and Ways of God. Believing Ministers need to be equipped by God and to also equip themselves in order to serve these people.

A Wise Son!

A Wise Son.
a) Proverbs 13:1. Will hear his father's instructions.
b) 1 Kings 5:7. Can become a good Leader.
c) 2 Chronicles 2:12. Has discretion and understanding.
d) Proverbs 10:1; 15:20. Brings Joy to his father.
e) Proverbs 10:5. Is awake and alert in harvest time.
f) Proverbs 23:24. Will be delighted in by his father.
g) Proverbs 28:7. Is obedient to the Law of God and of the Nation.
h) Hosea 13:13. Are given their birth.
(This QT causes me to pray for all my friends who have boys that are still babies or young children that these boys will grow up well and that the parents can say that they have A Wise Son)
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What Does It Mean To Have A Prospering Soul?
a) 3 John 1:2. It is something that we can pray for other people.
b) 3 John 1:3-4. It means that we are living in the Truth.
c) 3 John 1:5-6. It means that we are given to hospitality.
d) Colossians 1:4. It means that we Love God's People.
e) Colossians 1:5. It means that we are looking forward to Eternity.
f) Colossians 1:6. It means that our lives have been changed by God.
g) 1 Thessalonians 1:3. It means that:-
1- We are working faithfully.
2- We are doing loving deeds.
3- We are anticipating the Return of our Lord Jesus Christ.
h) 1 Thessalonians 1:5. It means that the Holy Spirit has given us full assurance of the Truth of the Gospel.
i) 1 Thessalonians 1:7; 2:14. It means that we are a living example to other True Believers.
j) 1 Thessalonians 2:13. It means that we simply and clearly accept the Word of God.
k) 1 Thessalonians 3:6-8; 2 Thessalonians 1:3; Philemon 1:5. It means that our Faith and Love are strong.
l) 1 Thessalonians 3:9. It means that we give other people great Joy in the Lord.
m) 2 Peter 1:3-8. It means that our lives are continually changing in a positive way in the Lord.
(This Second one answers the question: What Does It Mean To Have A Prospering Soul)
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Chris.
As True Believers we need to understand the Person of the Holy Spirit. As True Believers we need to appreciate the Presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. As True Believers we need Faith to receive the good Gifts that the Holy Spirit so willingly gives to us, these include the Gift of Full Assurance of the Truth of the Gospel.

Simply The Purpose Of The Cross!

‘Simply The Purpose Of The Cross.’
Acts 5:30-32.
a) Acts 5:30. That God would raise up Jesus from the dead after He gave His Own Life for us.
b) Acts 5:31. Jesus is now Ruler of all.
c) Acts 5:31. Jesus is now Saviour.
d) Acts 5:31. To give repentance.
e) Acts 5:31. To give forgiveness of sins.
f) Acts 5:32. To give the Holy Spirit to those people who obey God.
(This QT so clearly shows to me Simply The Purpose Of The Cross)
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‘Christ Appeared After His Resurrection.’
a) Acts 13:30-31. To create witnesses for Israel.
b) Matthew 28:16-20. To give His Great Commission.
c) Acts 10:40-41; 1 Corinthians 15:6. To those people who were chosen by God to meet Him.
(Through this Second one I have no doubt that Christ Appeared After His Resurrection)
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Chris.
When we read the Acts of the Apostles we can see the lives of and read the Message of the Early Church. We have drifted far away from this model that the Holy Spirit and Word of God has given us in many cases. The Churches need to examine our ways and return to the Lord.

The Right Foundation For Faith!

‘The Right Foundation For Faith.’
1 Corinthians 2:1-5.
a) 1 Corinthians 2:1. Excellency of speech or simple manifestation of human wisdom of the Preacher/Teacher is not a good foundation.
b) 1 Corinthians 2:1. The Proclaimed Testimony of God is a good foundation.
c) 1 Corinthians 2:2. The Knowledge of Christ and Christ Crucified is a good foundation.
d) 1 Corinthians 2:3. It is acceptable with God if the Preacher/Teacher is in:-
1- Weakness.
2- Fear.
3- Trembling.
e) 1 Corinthians 2:4. The Preacher/Teacher’s speech and preaching need not be in persuasive words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of Power.
f) 1 Corinthians 2:5. People’s Faith should not stand in the wisdom of men but in the Power of God.
(This QT reveals to me The Right Foundation For Faith)
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‘In Killing The Prince Of Life.’
Acts 3:15.
a) Revelation 1:8. They attempted to kill the very Author of Life.
b) Luke 2:11. They attempted to kill the Saviour.
c) Daniel 9:9. They rebelled against the Mercy of God.
d) 2 Timothy 3:2. They did an ungrateful thing.
e) John 11:25. Christ had Life in Himself and would be Resurrected.
(This Second one reveals to me their heathen wickedness In Killing The Prince Of Life)
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Chris.
Foundation is important for everything. A good foundation for our Faith is necessary. Also we need a good foundation for our life, our marriage, our family, our Church and what we do in life whether work or study. We must have a good foundation.

The Way Of Righteousness!

‘The Way Of Righteousness.’
a) Proverbs 12:28. In it there is Life.
b) Proverbs 8:20. We need to walk in it.
c) Proverbs 16:31. Is something we should follow until our old age.
d) Matthew 21:32. Was the Way for John the Baptist and should be the Way for every True Minister of the Gospel.
e) 2 Peter 2:21. We should know it and keep it.
(Through this QT I want to follow The Way Of Righteousness)
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‘Anistemi – Rise Up.’
a) Acts 2:32; Mark 8:31; 9:31. God raised Jesus from the dead.
b) Matthew 9:9. Matthew rose up to follow Jesus.
c) Mark 1:35. Jesus Christ rose up early in the morning to Pray.
d) Mark 5:42. The healed girl rose up.
e) Mark 12:25. The dead Believers will rise up.
f) Luke 4:16. Jesus Christ rose up to read the Scriptures.
g) Luke 4:39. The sick lady rose up because she was healed and prepared a meal.
h) Luke 5:25. The healed man:-
1- Rose up.
2- Picked up his mat.
3- Went home praising God.
i) Luke 8:54-55. Jairus’ Daughter came back to life by a miracle from Jesus Christ. She immediately rose up and stood up.
j) Luke 11:8. We will rise up and give our friend what he wants if he keeps knocking.
k) Luke 11:32. The people of Nineveh will rise up against this generation on Judgment day and condemn it, because they repented at the preaching of Jonah.
l) Luke 17:19. Jesus said: “Rise up and go, your Faith has made you well.
m) Luke 22:45-46. Jesus rose up after His agonising Prayer only to find His Disciples asleep.
n) John 6:39-40, 44 & 54; 1 Thessalonians 4:16. Jesus Christ will raise up True Believers to Eternal Life on the Last Day, that is the Will of Heavenly Father.
o) Acts 1:15; 15:7. Peter rose up to Preach the first New Testament Sermon.
p) Acts 5:34. Gamaliel, a good and popular lawyer rose up to speak wisdom.
q) Acts 9:18. Saul:-
1- Got his eyesight restored.
2- Rose up.
3- Was Baptised.
r) Acts 9:34. Aeneas rose up because he was healed in the Name of Jesus Christ.
s) Acts 9:40. Peter spoke to Tabitha to rise up.
t) Acts 11:28. Agabus stood up to prophesy.
u) Acts 12:7. Angelic deliverance! Peter rose up to come out of prison.
v) Acts 23:9. Some religious teachers rose up to take Paul’s side.
w) Acts 26:16-18. Rise up and get on with the Lord’s Commission for you.
x) Ephesians 5:14. Rise up and Christ will give you Light.
(In this Second one the Lord clearly speaks to me Anestemi – Rise Up)
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Chris.
Good Believing Lawyers are very important people to serve the Church and True Believers in these days when the Church is having a time of readjustment in society. In the past “Christian Age”, especially of the western world and culture, the Church had an important voice. This is no longer so and good Believing Lawyers are necessary to help the Churches in the many new situations they face. This is no longer the “Christian Age”.

Clear Verbal Responsibilities Of Disciples!

‘Clear Verbal Responsibilities Of Disciples.’
a) John 15:27. Tell other people about Jesus Christ.
b) Matthew 10:7; Luke 9:2. Announce the Message of the Kingdom of God.
c) Matthew 10:27. Boldly proclaim what Jesus has told them.
d) Mark 3:13-14. To Preach.
e) 1 Corinthians 1:17-18. To Preach the Good News which is the very Power of God to change people’s lives.
(Through this QT I find the Clear Verbal Responsibilities Of Disciples)
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‘We Should Be Witnesses.’
a) Acts 1:22; 4:33. Of Christ’s Resurrection, through the Truth of God’s Word.
b) Acts 1:8; Hebrews 2:3. Of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
c) John 15:27. Of the Life and Person of Jesus Christ.
(This Second one clearly reminds me that I Should Be A Witness)
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Chris.
The Bible clearly teaches us that there are clear verbal responsibilities of Disciples of Jesus Christ. In order for us to carry out these responsibilities there must first be a good and Biblical lifestyle of the Disciple. In other words, if we cannot live it – do not talk it.

God’s View Of Weakness And Strength In People!

‘God’s View Of Weakness And Strength In People.’
1 Corinthians 1:25-31.
a) 1 Corinthians 1:25. The weakness of God is stronger than men.
b) 1 Corinthians 1:26. In God’s Calling on His People’s lives not many called are:-
1- Wise after the flesh.
2- Strong.
3- Noble.
c) 1 Corinthians 1:27. God made selection of the foolish things of this World so that He might put the wise to shame; and the feeble things that He might put to shame the strong.
d) 1 Corinthians 1:28. To bring to nothing the World’s things and people that are God chose:-
1- The base things of the World.
2- The things despised.
3- The things which are not.
e) 1 Corinthians 1:29. So that no flesh might have Glory before God. God has Glory first and may share His Glory with others.
f) 1 Corinthians 1:30. God has given us a place in Christ Jesus. Through Christ God has given us:-
1- Wisdom.
2- Righteousness.
3- Sanctification.
4- Redemption.
g) 1 Corinthians 1:31. The end result being that all of us True Believers may Glory in the Lord.
(Through this QT I find God’s View Of Weakness And Strength In People)
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‘How To Live In A Gospel Hostile Environment.’
Revelation 2:13.
a) Hold fast to the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ.
b) Do not turn away from our Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
c) Live or die as a True Witness of Jesus Christ. (Witness first being through our life style)
(This Second one surely is a Word to all potential missionaries, of whatever kind, who have responded to the Call of God on their lives. Missionaries who are worthy of our Prayers, they are living in difficult environments. How To Live In A Gospel Hostile Envionment)
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Chris.
We should always keep in mind that there will be an end result for most of our actions and decisions in this life. The most reasonable and normal end result for the True Believer is that through our actions and decisions God will be Glorified.

Diligent People!

‘Diligent People.’
a) Proverbs 12:27. Prize their possessions.
b) Joshua 22:5. Will obey the Word of God.
c) Joshua 23:11. Love the Lord for their own well-being.
d) 2 Chronicles 31:21. Are so in their ministry.
e) Ezra 4:22. Care about their Leaders.
f) Psalm 77:6. Are so spiritually.
g) Proverbs 10:4; 21:5. Can get wealth.
h) Proverbs 12:24. Will become Leaders.
i) Proverbs 13:4. Will be fully satisfied.
j) Proverbs 13:24. Discipline their children.
k) Proverbs 27:23. Make good farmers.
l) Luke 12:58. Attempt to resolve their conflicts.
m) 2 Corinthians 8:17. Become good missionaries.
n) 2 Timothy 2:15. In our lifestyle as Ministers.
o) 2 Peter 1:10. Make their Calling and Election sure.
p) 2 Peter 3:14; 2 John 1:8. Are ready for the Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.
q) Revelation 3:19. Turn from their indifference.
(This QT reminds me to be a Diligent Person)
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‘Jesus’ Last Words And Actions.’
Acts 1:2-9.
a) Acts 1:2. He gave His Orders to the Apostles by the Holy Spirit.
b) Acts 1:3. He gave signs of His Resurrection Life.
c) Acts 1:3. He taught the Message of the Kingdom of God.
d) Acts 1:4. He told the Disciples and Apostles to wait in Jerusalem for the Promise of the Father.
e) Acts 1:5. He told them all that they would be Baptised with and in the Holy Spirit.
f) Acts 1:6-7. He answered their questions about times and seasons.
g) Acts 1:8. He taught them about the purpose of receiving the Holy Spirit, that they could be His Witnesses.
h) Acts 1:9. He was taken up to Heaven.
(Through this Second one I learn so much about Jesus’ Last Words And Actions)
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Chris.
Diligent people are diligent both naturally and spiritually, their diligence flows out from their lives. Even their work ethic and standard is good. The Church needs to Teach more about the Diligent life. Christians generally are only diligent about the things that they desire, that is wrong, very wrong, it should cover every area of our lives, ministries and working/study environments.

Certainly He Can!

‘Certainly He Can.’
Luke 11:13.
a) We are so frail as human beings and even sometimes evil.
b) Yet we know how to give to our children gifts that are good for them.
c) Most certainly our Father Who is in Heaven.
d) Will give the Holy Spirit to those of His Children who ask Him.
(This QT give me much Joy regarding my Heavenly Father. Certainly He Can give the Holy Spirit to all of His Children who ask Him)
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‘Patient Believers.’
a) James 5:7-8. We are to be patient:-
1- Until the Coming of the Lord.
2- The farmer is eagerly waiting for his crop – but He has to be patient. It is the same for us. Maybe we are eager – but we have to be patient.
3- We need to be patient, with calm self control.
4- We should not forget, the Lord is Coming.
b) Galatians 6:9. We should be patient in our courage to do what is right. We will reap a reward if we do not faint.
c) Romans 5:3-4. Even though we may be suffering, our character matures in patience.
d) 2 Corinthians 5:17-20. New Creation Christ’s Ambassadors need to be patient.
(Through this Second one I learn my calling as a Patient Believer)
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Chris.
We need to have a heart revelation of our frailty and even sometimes that we are prone to think, say or do evil. The only reason that we can stand in God is because of Grace. The Lord is so Gracious and wonderfully kind.

The Real Manifestation Of Christ!

‘The Real Manifestation Of Christ.’
1 Corinthians 1:22-24.
a) 1 Corinthians 1:22. Jews demand signs.
b) 1 Corinthians 1:22. Greeks look for Knowledge and Wisdom.
c) 1 Corinthians 1:23. We Preach Christ crucified.
d) 1 Corinthians 1:23. This is a hard Message for Jews to take.
e) 1 Corinthians 1:23. To the Greek mind it is foolishness.
f) 1 Corinthians 1:24. To those people whom God has called, both Jews and Greeks.
g) 1 Corinthians 1:24. Christ is the Power of God and the Wisdom of God.
(Through this QT I can clearly see The Real Manifestation Of Christ to both Jewish people and Greek people and apply this Truth to the present age)
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‘Biblical Unity.’
Acts 4:32.
a) Cannot be legalistically imposed. It is something that flows from our heart and thinking mind.
b) Expels selfishness.
c) Stimulates generosity.
(Through this Second one I strongly desire to live in Biblical Unity with other True Believers wherever the Lord may take me)
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Chris.
There is much so called “Christianity” where, in actuality, Christ and His Teachings are neglected. This is sham, religious sham. If we call ourselves “Christians” we should honour and follow the Teachings of Jesus Christ. Personally I prefer to use the Biblical word “Believer” instead of the word “Christian”.

We Need A Guide!

‘We Need A Guide.’
a) Proverbs 12:26. An upright person is a guide to their neighbour.
b) Genesis 24:42. The Lord can guide us in a special way.
c) Genesis 33:15. Friendly people can guide and protect us.
d) Exodus 15:13. The Lord will guide us in His special Strength to the place where His Holiness dwells.
e) Numbers 10:32. We can tell our guides the good things that the Lord has done for us.
f) Joshua 3:4. In strange and new places.
g) 1 Samuel 30:15. That will trust us.
h) Psalm 32:8; Micah 2:13. The LORD says, I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.
i) Psalm 43:3; 119:133. The Lord’s Light and Truth.
j) Psalm 48:14; Isaiah 58:11. God will be our Guide until we die.
k) Psalm 119:98. The Lord’s Commands are our constant guide.
l) Psalm 139:10. The Lord’s Hand will guide us.
m) Proverbs 3:17. Wisdom will guide us down delightful paths.
n) Ecclesiastes 7:23. Wisdom should guide our thoughts and actions.
o) Isaiah 42:6. To lead us to the Lord. ‘
p) Isaiah 45:13. The Lord will guide all our actions.
q) Jeremiah 3:15; Zechariah 10:2. We need Leaders with God’s Heart to guide us with Knowledge and Understanding.
r) Luke 1:79. Into the path of Peace.
s) John 16:13. The Holy Spirit Guides us into all Truth.
(Through this QT I am convinced that I Need A Guide)
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‘The Big If.’
1 John 1:9.
a) If we confess our sins to God.
b) God is Faithful and Just.
c) To forgive us our sins.
d) To make us clean from all evil.
(Through this Second one I truly understand The Big If)
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Chris.
Sometimes the Lord takes us to strange and new places in His Will and Plan for our lives. It is right for us to expect some kind of Guidance in that new environment. In a hostile environment the Lord Promises to be our Guide. However, in a more friendly environment there should be True Believers who are willing to guide the stranger and the person who is new to the locality.

Simple But Profound And Effective!

‘Simple But Profound And Effective.’
John 13:34-35.
a) These are the Words of Jesus Christ.
b) He is giving a new Commandment to His Disciples.
c) Love each other in the same way that I have loved you.
d) When we love each other like this all people will know that we are Disciples of Christ.
(This QT teaches me something that is Simple But Profound And Effective)
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‘An Important Message.’
John 7:37-39.
a) John 7:37. Jesus stood up and cried out with this Message. It was unusual for Him to do such things, usually He sat to teach and did not raise His Voice.
b) John 7:37. He called spiritually thirsty people to come to Him and drink.
c) John 7:38. The spiritually thirsty people needed to Believe the Words of Jesus.
d) John 7:38. Jesus was quoting again from the Scriptures here.
e) John 7:38. Rivers of living water will flow from the innermost being of the person who Believes in Jesus.
f) John 7:39. Jesus was speaking about the Holy Spirit which those people who Believed in Him would receive.
g) John 7:39. This was a coming and future Promise of God because Jesus was not yet Glorified at that time. Now Jesus is Glorified so that all True Believers can know The Holy Spirit and His rivers of living water flowing from their innermost beings. This will quench their spiritual thirst.
(This Second one reveals An Important Message)
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Chris.
We have a model for loving in the Church. Jesus said that we are to love other people in the same way in which He loved and loves us. We need to learn this if we are going to see the Church grow and be effective in the Nation, City, Town or Village.