The Carefully Written Word Of God!

'The Carefully Written Word Of God.'
Luke 1:3. 
a)  Luke carefully investigated everything from the beginning.
b)  Luke then wrote a careful account. 
c)  This was written initially for Most Honourable Theophilus. 
(Through this QT I affirm my love for The Carefully Written Word Of God)
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'Confess Or Deny?'
Matthew 10:32-33. 
a)  If we tell other people that we belong to Jesus.
b)  Then Jesus will tell the Heavenly Father that we are His Followers. 
c)  If we reject Jesus. 
d)  Then Jesus will tell the Heavenly Father that we do not belong to Him. 
(This Second one poses a question: Confess Or Deny?)
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Chris. 
This simple question affects many "church-goers" - Confess or Deny? The most effective form of Christian Witness is the individual Witness or Testimony. New people come into the Church when they are impressed by individual Witness or Testimony. This kind of Witness may take place in the neighbourhood, workplace or place of education. It is really the most effective Witness. 

The Harvest Festival!

'The Harvest Festival.'
Leviticus 23:39. 
a)  On the fifteenth day of the seventh month. (It was a specific day)
b)  After gathering the fruit of the land.
c)  You shall keep the Feast of the Lord for seven days. 
d)  On the first day there shall be a Sabbath rest. 
e)  On the eighth day there shall be a Sabbath rest. 
(This QT teaches me the Biblical basis for The Harvest Festival)
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'Consider The Day Of Atonement.'
Leviticus 23:26-32.
a)  Leviticus 23:26. This was what the Lord said. (It was not man's idea)
b)  Leviticus 23:27. There was to be a set Day of Atonement.
1-A time of Holy Convocation. 
2-A time for afflicting of self. 
3-A time for presenting a Food Offering to the Lord. 
c)  Leviticus 23:28. There was to be no work done on that day, people were to be humble before the Lord. (Probably with fasting)
d)  Leviticus 23:29. Whoever of God's People who did not join this Convocation would be cut off. 
e)  Leviticus 23:30-31. Whoever of God's People worked during this Convocation would be destroyed. 
f)  Leviticus 23:32. It was a day of Holy Solemnity.
(This Second one causes me to Consider The Day Of Atonement)
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Chris.
Work was something that originated in the days of Adam and Eve. God provided much for His Old Testament People, and He also still provides for us, from the land. Farmers are still planting crops across the land and the people benefit from the farmers' hard work. Rest was an important part of the farmer's life, it was not meant to be just 'rest' but Sabbath rest. God-given rest is just as important today - a Sabbath Rest. 

When King David Wore Sackcloth!

'When King David Wore Sackcloth.'
Psalm 69:11.
a)  He wore it as a choice.
b)  At a time of seeking His God. 
c)  Other people who did not understand. 
d)  They made jokes about him.
e)  Malicious witnesses rose up against him. 
f)  These witnesses questioned him about things that he had no answer for. 
(This QT teaches me about a time When King David Wore Sackcloth)
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'The New Covenant.'
Hebrews 8:8. 
a)  God found fault with His Old Testament People. 
b)  He made a Declaration about the days that were coming. 
c)  He Promised a New Covenant with the House of Israel and the House of Judah.
(Through this Second one I find God's clear plan about The New Covenant)
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Chris. 
Malicious witnesses are not true witnesses and never can be! Malicious witnesses have hearts that are hateful and for some reason they tell lies. There are several different bad motives why their hearts are hateful. Malicious witnesses destroy other people and are trying to protect themselves and their reputation.

An Orderly Account!

'The Bible Is An Orderly Account.'
Luke 1:1-2. 
a)  In New Testament times.
b)  Many people tried to set fort an Orderly Account of the events. 
c)  These events transpired amongst the people. 
d)  Those people who were eyewitnesses from the Beginning wrote the Gospels. 
e)  They were known as "Servants of the Word".
(This QT reminds me that The Bible Is An Orderly Account - It Is God's Truth and Word)
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'Incredible Truth And Affirmation.'
Hebrews 1:8. 
a)  The Heavenly Father God is speaking of and to His Son:
b)  Your Throne Oh God is forever and ever. 
c)  The Scepter of Your Kingdom. 
d)  Is a righteous Scepter.
(This Second one teaches me Incredible Truth And Affirmation from The Heavenly Father God)
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Chris. 
This morning I am amazed at the Reality of the Word of God. When we are reading the Bible we are not simply reading a story, we are reading God's Own Precious Word! It is interesting that those who wrote the New Testament wrote as Servants of the Word. Much of the Old Testament was written and spoken by Anointed Kings, Prophets and True Men of God. Both Old And New Testaments are the inspired Word of God. 

These Were Regular!

'These Were Regular.'
Leviticus 23:38. 
a)  Sabbaths. 
b)  Gifts. 
c)  Vow Offerings.
d)  Freewill Offerings given to the Lord. 
(This QT teaches me that In Old Testament Worship These Were Regular)
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'More Truth About Jesus.'
John 8:58. 
a)  Jesus Himself was explaining Himself to hostile Jews. 
b)  Jesus said that He was telling them the Truth. 
c)  Before Abraham was born. 
d)  I Am.
(Through this Second one I find More Truth About Jesus)
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Chris.
There were certain things in Old Testament Worship that were regular. Every time that God's People Worshipped they would do these things. This QT teaches me about the Offering part of their Worship. It seems that the Lord wanted them to enjoy everything they did in their Worship, it was like a Festival!

I Will Show You What To Do!

'I Will Show You What To Do.'
1 Samuel 16:3. 
a)  Samuel simply had to obey the Lord.
b)  Samuel was a Prophet and a King-maker. 
c)  His obedience to the Lord needed to be step-by-step.
d)  He was to invite Jesse to the Sacrifice. 
e)  Then the Lord would show him what to do.
f)  He was to anoint the person that the Lord showed him then.
(This QT gives me confidence in God: I Will Show You What To Do)
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'God Sometimes Chooses Places.'
Micah 5:2. 
a)  Bethlehem was a small city. 
b)  But out of this small city was going to come One Who would be Ruler over Israel. 
c)  This Ruler's origins were and are:-
1-From old. 
2-From ancient times. 
3-From antiquity. 
4-From eternity.
(This Second one reminds me that God Sometimes Chooses Places)
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Chris.
Samuel simply had to obey the Lord. He was a Prophet and a King-maker but for his ministry to be effective and meaningful he had to obey the Lord. For those of us who serve the Lord in any capacity, even simply serving the Church on the Lord's Day, the key to effective service is simply obeying the Lord.

The Priest - A Consistent Servant Leader!

'The Priest - A Consistent Servant Leader.'
Ezekiel 45:25. 
a)  At a specific time the Priest was to be ready. 
b)  It was consistent and lasted seven days.
c)  He was to provide for the people. 
d)  Everything that they needed for their offerings. 
(This QT reveals to me The Priest - A Consistent Servant Leader)
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'The Creator.'
Hebrews 1:10.
a)  You Lord. 
b)  Laid the foundations of the Earth in the Beginning. 
c)  The Heavens.
d)  Are the work of Your Hands. 
(This Second one draws my attention to The Creator)
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Chris.
Here is a lovely picture of the modern-day Spiritual Servant Leader. The modern day Spiritual Servant Leader should always be ready to carry out their duties of leadership. Whatever the situation, this Leader is a good Shepherd/Provider for the flock  

The Lord's Appointed Festivals!

'The Lord's Appointed Festivals.'
Leviticus 23:37.
a)  They were to be celebrated every year.
b)  They were official days for Holy assembly. 
c)  They were days for presenting special gifts to the Lord. 
d)  Each on its proper day:-
1-Burnt Offerings.
2-Grain Offerings.
3-Sacrifices. 
4-Liquid Offerings. 
e)  Each on its proper day.
(This QT reminds me about Worship: The Lord's Appointed Festivals)
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'Streams Are A Blessing.'
a)  Deuteronomy 8:7. For the Lord your God is bringing you into a good land of flowing streams.
b)  Job 29:6. My cows produced milk in abundance, and my groves poured out streams of olive oil.
c)  Psalm 23:2; Jeremiah 31:9. The Lord leads me by peaceful streams. 
d)  Psalm 78:16. The Lord made streams pour from the rock.
e)  Psalm 104:10. The Lord makes streams gush down from the mountains.
f)  Psalm 126:4. Streams renew the desert. 
g)  Isaiah 32:2. The Lord will give His People streams of water in the desert. 
h)  Isaiah 35:6. Streams will water the wasteland.
(This Second one simply teaches me that Streams Are A Blessing)
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Chris. 
Grain offerings were a part of the Worship of God's Old Testament people. Grain could be used in the making of bread for the use of Worship and also bread for the people to eat. Grain was an important crop in Old Testament days. This makes me think of Jesus - the Bread of Life and also makes me pray for the grain farmers who live in the countryside not far from our home. 

From Generation To Generation!

'From Generation To Generation.'
Numbers 15:21. 
a)  Throughout your Generations. 
b)  You are to give to the Lord. 
c)  A contribution. 
d)  Of the first batch of your dough. 
(This QT teaches me a principle that was to be taught From Generation To Generation)
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'God In These Last Days.'
Hebrews 1:2. 
a)  God in these Last Days. 
b)  Has spoken to us by His Son. 
c)  God has appointed His Son Heir of all things.
d)  God made the Universe through His Son.
(This Second one gives me more understanding of God In These Last Days)
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Chris.
There are many principles taught in the Old Testament that are both carried forward into the New Testament and further, on to us today. Giving to the Lord is one of those principles. This Giving was dealt with in several ways, sometimes it was burned by fire, only to the Lord. Sometimes it was given to the priest for food... and the list goes on. Giving to the Lord is an important and significant part of our personal Worship.

The Oil And The Grain!

'The Oil And The Grain.'
Ezekiel 45:24. 
a)  This was provision given by the prince for the offerings of God's People. 
b)  There was oil. 
c)  There was grain.
d)  God has provided for us so that we can live as we should before Him.
e)  Oil - the Holy Spirit.
f)  Grain - the Word of God.
(This QT helps me to understand more about The Oil And The Grain)
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'The Great Creator.'
Colossians 1:16. 
a)  In and by Jesus Christ all things were created.
b)  Things in Heaven.
c)  Things on Earth. 
d)  Things that are visible.
e)  Things that are invisible. 
f)  Thrones.
g)  Dominions.
h)  Rulers. 
i)  Authorities. 
j)  All things are Created through Him and for Him.
(This Second one reveals to me The Great Creator)
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Chris.
Oil is seen as an important "type" of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament. This type not only carries through into the New Testament but is sometimes also used in the modern day Church as a type of the Holy Spirit for anointing. It seems that, in Bible days, oil was not only a type but it was also an effective soothing medicine for healing. 

Have We Forgotten Special Gifts?

'Have We Forgotten Special Gifts?'
Leviticus 23:36. 
a)  For seven days we are to offer Sacrifices by fire - special gifts - to the Lord. 
b)  The eighth day is another Holy Day on which we present our special gifts to the Lord.
c)  This is a solemn occasion. 
d)  No ordinary or regular work may be done on that day.  
(This QT causes me to question: Have I Forgotten Special Gifts?)
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'They Rejected Moses' Leadership.'
Acts 7:39.
a)  The Jewish ancestors refused to listen to Moses. 
b)  They rejected Moses. 
c)  They wanted to return to Egypt. 
(This Second one reminds me that They Rejected Moses' Leadership)
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Chris. 
Have I forgotten Special Gifts to the Lord? This is a challenging question to me and I believe it is the same for every True Believer. This is not referring to our 'normal' giving but it concerns Special Gifts at Special Times. These Special Gifts may be given to or through the Church or they may be given personally and individually. 

Abijah!

'Abijah.'
a)  2 Chronicles 13:3-5. He was a Godly king, faithful and fearless in battle. 
b)  2 Chronicles 13:15. God gave him victory. 
c)  2 Chronicles 13:21. He grew strong. 
d)  2 Chronicles 14:1. After his death he was buried in the City of David.
(This QT reminds me that Abijah was an important king in the History of God's People)
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'A Special Leader - Moses.'
Acts 7:38. 
a)  In every way he was truly God's messenger. 
b)  He received the Living Words from God. 
c)  These Words were to be handed down to God's People.
d)  Exodus 2:11-12. He protected God's People. 
(This Second one has me in awe of A Special Leader - Moses)
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Chris.
In all the History of God's People recorded in the Bible, Moses stands out as a humble and an excellent leader. We do not often read of his leadership example but it is really worth investigating in the Scriptures. He eagerly began his early adult life by standing up for and protecting God's People. 

A Meaningful Picture Of Worship!

'A Meaningful Picture Of Worship.'
Ezekiel 45:23. 
a)  There is an air of Holy Festivity. 
b)  There is pure Sacrifice to the Lord. 
c)  There is regularity. 
d)  There is purity of participators. 
(This QT gives A Meaningful Picture Of Worship)
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'They Rejected A God Sent Man.'
Acts 7:35. 
a)  They rejected Moses.
b)  They said: "Who made you a Ruler over us?"
c)  They said: "Who Made you a Judge?"
d)  God had sent Moses as Ruler and Redeemer.
e)  By the hand of the Angel who appeared to him in the bush.
(This Second one teaches me that They Rejected A God Sent Man)
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Chris.
Worshipping the Lord, for God's People, is meant to be something that is Holy. Whilst we may be enjoying the songs that we sing, the primary and foremost purpose of Worship is Adoration of the Lord! Whether it be reading, praying, preaching or singing, Worship is not a "performance", it is Adoration Of The Lord.

Solomon!

'King Solomon.'
a)  2 Samuel 12:24. Was loved by the Lord. 
b)  1 Kings 1:43. Was made king by his father David. 
c)  1 Kings 1:52. Made just decisions. 
d)  1 Kings 2:12. His kingdom was established greatly. 
e)  1 Kings 3:10. His requests pleased the Lord. 
f)  1 Kings 4:21-22. He was well provided for as king. 
g)  1 Kings 4:25. His kingdom was safe and peaceful. 
h)  1 Kings 4:26. He had a large army. 
i)  1 Kings 4:29. God gave to Solomon:-
1-1 Kings 10:4. Wisdom.
2-Understanding. 
3-Largeness of heart.
j)  1 Kings 5:10-12. He knew how to maintain peace. 
k)  1 Kings 6:11. Was sensitive to the Word of the Lord. 
l)  1 Kings 8:22 & 54; 2 Chronicles 1:6. Was a man of Prayer and Worship.
m)  1 Kings 8:63. He dedicated the House of the Lord. 
n)  1 Kings 9:26-28. He made a navy of ships. 
o)  1 Kings 11:4. In his old age his heart was not perfect with the Lord. 
p)  1 Kings 11:5-9. His family caused him to compromise.
q)  1 Kings 11:11. He was punished by God. 
r)  1 Kings 11:42. He had a 40 year reign. 
s)  2 Chronicles 1:7. God appeared to him. 
t)  2 Chronicles 7:1. God answered his prayer. 
u)  2 Chronicles 7:10. The Lord showed him His Goodness. 
v)  2 Chronicles 7:12. The Lord appeared to Solomon by night and affirmed his Prayer. 
(This QT teaches me some things about Solomon)
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'It Was A Long Time Later.'
Acts 7:30. 
a)  Forty years later. 
b)  An Angel appeared to Moses. 
c)  In the flames of a burning bush. 
d)  As he was in the desert near Mount Sinai.
(This Second one reminds me that It Was A Long Time Later)
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Chris. 
Solomon was a man of Prayer and Worship. God had given to him much, he was incredibly rich, the richest man who dwelt on the Earth up to that time. It was not his riches that turned him away from God, it was his wives. He had a lust problem and this caused him to fall, it was similar in the life of David his father. Solomon should have learned from the mistakes and sins of his father. 

The Holiness Of Offerings!

'The Holiness Of Offerings.'
Leviticus 23:36. 
a)  There was to be seven days of giving offerings by fire to the Lord.
b)  On the eighth day there was to be a Holy Gathering (Worship Service).
c)  An offering by fire was to be presented to the Lord. 
d)  This Holy Gathering was a Solemn Assembly.
e)  The people were to do no ordinary work.
(This QT reminds me of The Holiness Of Offerings)
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'God Gave The Ten Commandments And The Law.'
Exodus 20:1. 
a)  And God
b)  Spoke
c)  All these Words.
(This Second one causes me to ponder on the fact that God Gave The Ten Commandments And The Law)
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Chris.
There were many times in the Old Testament when God said, at various different times of Worship, as well as the regular Sabbath, that His People were to do no ordinary work. God did not want any of His People to miss the Worship Service unless it was for a very important reason. Has God's heart changed? I think not. 

Leaders Have Responsibilities!

'Leaders Have Responsibilities.'
Ezekiel 45:22. 
a)  On that (specific) day. 
b)  The Prince is to provide. 
c)  A bull.
d)  As a sin offering. 
e)  For himself.
f)  And for all the people of the land.
(This QT convinces me that Leaders Have Responsibilities)
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'A Good Place To Come To.'
Exodus 3:1. 
a)  Moses was tending the flock of Jethro, his father-in-law.
b)  Jethro was the priest of Midian. 
c)  Moses led the flock to the far side of the wilderness. 
d)  Moses came to Horeb. 
e)  The Mountain of God.
(This Second one reveals A Good Place To Come To)
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Chris.
Leaders need to consider their own condition, not just the condition of their flock(s). The Prince had to provide a bull as a sin offering not just for the people of the land, but also for himself. This principle has not changed! It is stated and read about all through the Scripture. The leader needs to consider their own life first, before the lives of their congregation members. The size of the congregation is irrelevant. Leaders first please!

In All Ways Special!

'In All Ways Special.'
Matthew 1:6.
a)  In the long list of the genealogy of Jesus Christ. 
b)  There are many names named.
c)  There are many names.
d)  But only David is named: David the King. 
(This QT reminds me that David was In All Ways Special)
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'Peniel'
Genesis 32:30. 
a)  Jacob then named the place "Peniel".
b)  For he saw God Face to face.
c)  And he had been delivered safely. 
(Through this Second one I understand more about Peniel: encountering God)
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Chris. 
There are so many ways in which King David was special, both as a boy and as a man. There are many good lessons that we can learn from his life. He made mistakes and sinned, just like all of us, but he always came to God for forgiveness, deliverance and new life. Let us consider and learn from the Life of King David. 

God Is Specific About Time!

'God Is Specific About Time!'
Leviticus 23:16. 
a)  Fifty days. (To the day)
b)  After the seventh Sabbath. 
c)  Then you shall present a grain offering of new grain.
d)  To the Lord. 
(This QT simply reminds me that God Is Specific About Time)
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'A Very Special Message.'
Genesis 22:15. 
a)  The Angel of the Lord. 
b)  Called to Abraham the Second time.
c)  From Heaven.
(This Second one teaches me that Abraham received A Very Special Message)
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Chris.
Here is a timely reminder for me, maybe it is to all of us, that God is specific about time. We all grow up with different responses to the demands of time. Most of these responses actually come from our childhood experiences. I am not, here, going into a list of different experiences, but it is good to remember that if our responses to the demands of time are not positive, usually they come from negative childhood experiences, we may need to bring our responses to the Lord in Prayer so that we can receive His Healing Grace.

Passover!

"The Passover Before Jesus Was Crucified."
a)  Ezekiel 45:21. It was a Feast that was to last for seven days.
b)  Matthew 26:22. It was the time when the Son of Man (Jesus Christ) was delivered up to be crucified.
c)  Matthew 26:17-19. It was a simple feast, prepared by the Disciples of Jesus as per His Instructions.
d)  Mark 14:14. It was originally held in someone's guest room.
e)  Luke 22:7-8. It was celebrated with lamb.
f)  Luke 22:15. This particular Passover was very significant.
g)  John 11:15. It was a feast that had to be taken in cleanliness.
h)  1 Corinthians 5:7. Christ is now our Passover Lamb.
(This QT helps me know more about The Passover Before Jesus Was Crucified)
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'When The Lord Appeared To Abraham.'
Genesis 18:1-14.
a)  Genesis 18:1. The Lord appeared to Abraham when he was taking a rest.
b)  Genesis 18:2-3. Abraham honoured and welcomed these unrecognised guests.
c)  Genesis 18:4. The guests accepted Abraham's welcome and hospitality.
d)  Genesis 18:5. Abraham fed these guests.
e)  Genesis 18:6-8. The guests enjoyed the meal.
f)  Genesis 18:8. Abraham did not eat with the guests, he stood by them (serving them) whilst they ate.
g)  Genesis 18:9-10. The guests gave the Promise to Abraham and his wife Sarah.
h)  Genesis 18:10-12. Sarah heard the guest talking and did not believe His Words.
i)  Genesis 18:13-14. The guest told Abraham that: Nothing is too difficult for God.
j)  Genesis 18:14. One year later Sarah was going to have a son.
k)  Genesis 18:14. The Lord revealed Himself: "Is anything too hard for the Lord?"
(This Second one reminds me what happened When The Lord Appeared To Abraham)
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Chris.
The meaningful Passover Feast was celebrated with lamb meat. There was so much meaning in this Feast and yet the meaning was not yet fully revealed. This was a Prophetic Feast, looking forward to Jesus Christ's sacrifice of Himself on the Cross for us. He is our Passover Lamb. This time the feast was held in someone's guest room, Jesus had this special time with His Disciples. It was an intimate and private Feast, the Disciples had yet to understand the significance of this particular Feast at that
particular time.

Boaz!

'Boaz.'
a)  Matthew 1:5. Was a family man.
b)  Ruth 2:1. He was a worthy (good) man.
c)  Ruth 2:3. He was a land owner. 
d)  Ruth 2:4. He knew the Lord and was properly polite.
e)  Ruth 2:5. He knew how to delegate authority. 
f)  Ruth 2:8. He was kind.
g)  Ruth 2:11 & 14. He was compassionate and caring. 
h)  Ruth 4:13 & 21. He was a family man. 
(This QT causes me to be impressed by Boaz)
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'A Big Difference.'
1 Corinthians 15:47. 
a)  The first man (Adam).
b)  Came from the dust of the Earth. 
c)  The Second Man (Jesus Christ).
d)  Came from Heaven.
(This Second one teaches me about A Big Difference)
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Chris. 
Boaz was kind! One of the marks of a person who is truly Godly, whether they are male or female is that they are kind. Kindness is one of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. I like to see people who are kind and considerate in the Church. These people are displaying the Holy Spirit's fruit of kindness. Unkind people may hurt or even divide the Church.