If It Is Possible – Keep Your Marriage!

‘If It Is Possible – Keep Your Marriage.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:27. If you have a wife, do not end the marriage.
b) 1 Corinthians 7:12. Do not leave your wife just because she in not a Believer yet.
c) 1 Corinthians 7:13. The same principle applies to a Believing wife with a non believing husband.
d) 1 Corinthians 7:14. The Christian spouse brings Holiness into the marriage and sanctifies the children.
e) 1 Corinthians 7:20. Continue on as God has called you.
(This QT is my message to all married people: If It Is Possible – Keep Your Marriage)
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‘Jesus’ Response To Popularity.’
Luke 5:15-16.
a) News about Jesus and His Ministry was spreading everywhere.
b) Great numbers of people came to listen to His Teaching.
c) People who were sick came to Him to be cured.
d) Jesus went by Himself to desert places to Pray.
(Through this Second one I find Jesus’ Response To Popularity)
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Chris.
What a privilege it is, and it should be, to have a Believing spouse. When both partners in a marriage are True Believers then it is really possible to have a Godly home. If one partner is not yet a Believer then the life of the Believing partner should be a Godly influence into the family.

A True Witness!

‘A True Witness.’
a) Proverbs 14:25. Saves people’s lives.
b) Proverbs 14:5. Never lies.
c) Revelation 3:14. Has Jesus Christ as their example.
(Through this QT I desire to be A True Witness)
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‘Living Right.’
a) Colossians 3:5. Put to death therefore your members which are on the earth:-
1- Sexual immorality.
2- Uncleanness.
3- Passion.
4- Evil desire.
5- Covetousness, which is idolatry.
b) Romans 7:5-6. For while we were living in the flesh, our sinful passions, aroused by the law, were at work in our members to bear fruit for death. But now we are released from the law, having died to that which held us captive, so that we serve not under the old written code but in the new life of the Spirit.
c) 2 Corinthians 6:17. Therefore, Come out from among them, and be separate, says the Lord, Touch no unclean thing. I will receive you.
d) Jeremiah 33:11. Praising the Lord in the House of the Lord.
e) Jeremiah 33:16. Living under the banner of “The Lord is our Righteousness”.
(This Second one exhorts me to be Living Right)
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Chris.
Dry religion really has no meaning apart from being a mere religious exercise. God really does not want us to serve Him like that. If our Christianity is only about us and not about Him, then it is dry religion.

Do Not Be Sinfully Angry!

‘Do Not Be Sinfully Angry.’
a) Proverbs 15:1. This anger can be turned away by a gentle answer.
b) Ecclesiastes 7:9; Proverbs 12:16. It is foolish.
c) Matthew 5:22. Jesus forbade it.
d) Proverbs 14:29. It will cause us to make mistakes.
e) Proverbs 27:4. It is cruel.
f) Ephesians 4:31; Colossians 3:8. Get rid of it.
g) Psalm 37:8. Stop it.
h) Ephesians 4:26. Be careful – it can control us.
i) 1 Timothy 2:8. We can only pray properly when we are free from it.
j) Proverbs 29:8. It can be calmed by wise people.
(I heed this QT – Do Not Be Sinfully Angry)
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‘The Most Beautiful Women In God’s Sight.’
1 Peter 3:3-4.
a) May look and dress in a beautiful way – but that is not the main point.
b) They have beauty of the inner self.
c) They have the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit.
d) These are of great price in the Eyes of God.
(This Second one shows me who are The Most Beautiful Women In God’s Sight)
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Chris.
The answer to most ugly anger problems is very simple – stop it. We have no excuse for an anger “problem”. There is no such thing in the Bible as anger management. Anger cannot be managed. It has to stop.

It Is Good!

‘It Is Good.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:26. Not to get married during a time of persecution in our locality.
b) Genesis 2:9. To eat what God provides.
c) Numbers 10:29; Psalm 37:27; 1 Samuel 25:15. To do good to other people.
d) Psalm 4:6. To believe God for better times.
e) Isaiah 52:7. News of Peace and Salvation.
f) 1 Samuel 12:23. To learn what is good and right.
g) 1 Kings 3:9. To know the difference between right and wrong.
h) Proverbs 12:2. To be good and have the Lord’s approval.
i) 1 Chronicles 16:34; Psalm 145:9. To give thanks to the good Lord.
j) Genesis 1:4. God’s Creation.
k) Luke 18:18. The Teaching and Personality of Jesus Christ.
l) Titus 2:5. For young wives to do good.
m) Luke 6:45; Titus 2:7. To produce good deeds from a good heart.
n) Romans 7:13. God’s Law.
o) 2 Timothy 4:7. The fight we are to fight.
p) Matthew 13:23. To have hearts that are good soil for God’s Word.
q) Ephesians 1:9. To trust in God’s good pleasure.
r) Luke 4:43; Revelation 14:6. The News of the Kingdom of God.
(Through this QT I exclaim It Is Good)
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‘Keep Ready.’
Revelation 3:11.
a) The Lord is coming quickly.
b) Keep that which we have.
c) So that no one may take our crown.
(Through this Second one I am urged to Keep Ready)
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Chris.
The Message of the Kingdom of God as it is portrayed in the Scriptures is a very good Message. Sometimes the cults distort the Message for their own ends, but if we read our Bible we can find life, healing and peace (among other good things) in the Message of the Kingdom of God.

Crowns!

‘Crowns.’
a) Proverbs 14:24. Their Wisdom is a crown to the wise people.
b) Genesis 49:26. The consecrated person wears one.
c) Leviticus 8:9; Zechariah 6:11. The Lord commanded Moses that a high priest should wear one.
d) Deuteronomy 33:16. The person who wears one must be a separated person.
e) 2 Chronicles 23:11. A King or Ruler should have:-
1-A crown.
2-The Word of God.
3-An anointing.
f) Esther 1:11; 2:17. May be worn by a queen too.
g) Job 19:9. May be removed and taken away by God.
h) Psalm 132:18. May flourish.
i) Psalm 149:4. Humble people will be crowned with Salvation.
j) Proverbs 10:6. Blessings crown the head of Righteous People.
k) Proverbs 14:18. Prudent people are crowned with Knowledge.
l) Proverbs 27:24. Is not secure for all generations.
m) Isaiah 28:5. The Lord is a Glorious Crown for His People.
n) Isaiah 35:10; 51:11. Everlasting joy will crown the heads of the people that are Ransomed by the Lord.
o) Isaiah 61:3. Those of God’s People who mourn will be given a Crown of Joy instead of ashes.
p) Lamentation 5:16. When we sin the crown may fall from our heads.
q) Ezekiel 16:12. May be given by God.
r) Matthew 27:29; Mark 15:17. Jesus wore a crown of thorns.
s) 1 Corinthians 9:25; 1 Peter 5:4. Believers strive for an imperishable crown.
t) 2 Timothy 2:5. To receive a crown we have to compete according to the rules.
u) 2 Timothy 4:8. A Crown of Righteousness may be awarded to us by the Lord.
v) Hebrews 2:7 & 9. Jesus is crowned with Glory and Honour.
w) James 1:12. Blessed is the person who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the Crown of Life, which God has promised to those people who love Him.
x) Revelation 2:10. If we are Faithful unto death the Lord will give us a Crown of Life.
y) Revelation 19:12. There are to be many crowns in Heaven.
(Through this QT I learn more about Crowns)
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‘Our Response To Faith.’
Hebrews 12:1.
a) There are many witnesses of Faith in Hebrews 11.
b) We are to lay aside every weight.
c) We are to lay aside the sin which so easily besets us.
d) We are to run the race that is set before us with patience.
(This Second one shows me clearly what My Response To Faith should be)
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Chris.
The Hebrew Church were given many challenges in the Epistle to the Hebrews. God was really calling them to a life of Faith and new life in Christ. It does us good to read through this Epistle and become more spiritually alert.

Fear Not!

‘Fear Not.’
a) Isaiah 41:10. The Lord says to His People:-
1- Have no fear.
2- I am with you.
3- I am your God.
4- I will give you Strength.
5- I will be your Helper.
6- 1 Peter 5:6. My True right hand will be your support.
b) 1 Peter 5:7. Put all of our troubles to God for He takes care of us.
c) John 3:16. God loves us and has proved His Love by sending Jesus Christ to die for our sins.
d) Psalm 23:4. Even in the shadows of the valley of death:-
1- We need not fear.
2- God is with us.
3- God comforts us.
e) Daniel 3:17. God is able to keep us safe.
(Through this QT I am reminded to Fear Not)
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‘Do Not Allow Ourselves To Get Fatigued Doing Good.’
Galatians 6:9.
a) At the right time.
b) We will harvest a good crop.
c) If we do not give up.
(Through this Second one I have new motivation: Do Not Allow Myself To Get Fatigued Doing Good)
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Chris.
We sometimes need to be reminded not to fear – the Lord says to us: “Fear not.” In life we face many situations which, if we have not Faith, could leave us very insecure. We are reminded today, fear not.

Opinions Need To Be Sanctified!

‘Opinions Need To Be Sanctified.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:25. Apostle Paul made his based on the Mercy of God.
b) 1 Kings 18:21; John 10:19. They should never cause us to be double minded.
c) Proverbs 18:2. They must be preceded by Understanding. Opinion without Understanding is foolishness.
d) Romans 14:1. Some people are too strong in opinions but weak in Faith.
e) Romans 14:22. They should never be imposed on other people.
f) 1 Corinthians 2:10. We should rely on the Holy Spirit more than our own opinions.
g) 2 Timothy 4:3. They are not an alternative to solid Teaching of the Word of God.
(Through this QT I am sure that Opinions Need To Be Sanctified)
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‘Free From Condemnation.’
Romans 8:1-2.
a) There is now no condemnation to those people in Christ Jesus.
b) The law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus.
c) Sets us free from the law of sin and death.
(This Second one causes me to give Thanks to God that I am Free From Condemnation)
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Chris.
Being weak in Faith is not a good condition for any Believer to be in. When we are weak in Faith we think thoughts that can cause us unbelief and we make wrong decisions. Being weak in Faith is not good for us.

Poverty!

‘Poverty.’
a) Proverbs 14:23; 10:4. If we only talk and not work we will experience it.
b) Genesis 45:11. God will look after His People when it is in the environment.
c) Leviticus 25:25. Should be avoided in the families of God’s People.
d) Deuteronomy 24:15. People living in it need their salary to be paid on time.
e) 1 Samuel 2:7. Is sent by the Lord.
f) Proverbs 11:24; 28:22. Can be the end result of a mean person’s life.
g) Proverbs 20:13. Comes to people who sleep too much.
h) Proverbs 23:21. The drunkard and the glutton will come to it.
i) Ecclesiastes 4:14. Some people are born into it.
j) Mark 12:44. Cannot hinder real Worship.
k) 2 Corinthians 8:9. Is something that Jesus Christ took upon Himself on our behalf.
(This QT gives to me a clearer understanding of Poverty)
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‘How Do We Present Ourselves?’
Romans 6:16.
a) We present ourselves as obedient slaves.
b) We become the slave of the one we obey.
c) If we obey sin – it leads us to death.
d) If we obey obedience – it leads us to Righteousness.
(This Second one challenges me with the question: How Do I Present Myself?)
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Chris.
This is a very relevant question in today’s passive society which is so full of blame. How do we present ourselves? It can be noticed from this question that all rationally healthy human beings are able to make choices and decisions that they alone are responsible for.

The Humility Of Christ And Its Results!

‘The Humility Of Christ And Its Results.’
Philippians 2:8-11.
a) Philippians 2:8. In His human form He humbled Himself to the lowest place.
b) Philippians 2:8. He died a criminal’s death on the Cross.
c) Philippians 2:9. For this reason God has put Him in the highest place.
d) Philippians 2:9. God has given to Him the Name that is greater than every Name.
e) Philippians 2:10. At the Name of Jesus every knee will bow:-
1- In Heaven.
2- On Earth.
3- Under the Earth.
f) Philippians 2:11. Every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the Glory of God the Father.
(This QT has me pondering upon The Humility Of Christ And Its Results)
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‘When Christ Was Lifted Up On The Cross.’
John 12:31-32.
a) The Time of Judgment for the World began.
b) The ruler/prince of this World system was cast out.
c) Christ began to draw everyone to Himself.
(Through this Second one I understand more about the time When Christ Was Lifted Up On The Cross)
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Chris.
The focal point of the Faith of the True Believer begins as they consider the time when Christ was lifted up on the Cross. If our Faith has its initial focus anywhere else, it is faulty Faith that needs correcting by the Word of God.

Remain!

‘Remain.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:24 & 17. With God in the state in which we were called.
b) Genesis 24:55; Numbers 9:20-22; 2 Samuel 11:12. Until it is really time to go.
c) Exodus 16:29. In our place on the Sabbath. (In present day terms it means please avoid work or going from house to house if possible)
d) Exodus 33:11; Leviticus 8:35. In God’s House when it is our duty.
e) Joshua 8:4. And be ready.
f) 1 Samuel 1:22. Consecrated to God.
g) Psalm 4:4. Silent and do not let anger control us.
h) Psalm 27:3; Hebrews 3:6. Confident.
i) Psalm 119:101; 2 Timothy 3:14 . Obedient to the Word of God.
j) Proverbs 2:21. Where we are because of your integrity.
k) Jeremiah 42:12. Because of the Lord’s Mercy.
l) Zechariah 12:6. Secure, living at home.
m) Malachi 2:15; Hebrews 13:4. Loyal to the wife of our youth.
n) Matthew 26:38. And Pray when Jesus wants us to.
o) Luke 10:7. In the same house that is giving us hospitality until it is time to go.
p) John 8:31. Faithful to the Teachings of Jesus Christ.
q) John 15:4-10; 1 John 2:27. In Jesus Christ.
r) Acts 11:23; 1 John 2:28. Faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose.
s) Acts 14:22. True to the Faith.
t) 1 John 2:24. To what we have been taught from the beginning.
u) Revelation 2:10; 13:10; 14:12. Faithful.
v) Revelation 2:13. True to the Lord’s Name.
(This QT clearly calls me to Remain)
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‘Leaders Of The Church.’
1 Peter 5:1-3.
a) 1 Peter 5:1. Should only be exhorted or trained by mature Leaders.
b) 1 Peter 5:2. Shepherd the flock willingly.
c) 1 Peter 5:2. There should be no professional pastors, just doing ministry to make money.
d) 1 Peter 5:3. Be examples to the flock and not dominators.
(This Second one reminds me of the special tasks given to the Leaders Of The Church)
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Chris.
We can only benefit from being taught if we are teachable. One of the major flaws in the churches today is that people have ceased from being teachable. Sometimes this is due to a declining relationship and desire for God. At other times it is due to listening to too much teaching through the media and then despising live teaching in Church.

God’s Unfailing Love And Faithfulness!

‘God’s Unfailing Love And Faithfulness.’
a) Proverbs 14:22. Are with those people who plan good.
b) Genesis 24:27. Are deserving of our Praises.
c) Psalm 25:10. Are for those people who keep His Covenant and who obey His Decrees.
d) Psalm 61:7. Are appointed by God for those people whom He chooses.
e) Matthew 5:7. Are for Merciful people.
f) John 1:17. Comes through Jesus Christ.
(This QT gives me a longing for God’s Unfailing Love And Faithfulness)
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‘Publicly Behave Well.’
1 Peter 2:12-15.
a) 1 Peter 2:12. Be of good behaviour amongst the Gentiles, even if they are accusing you of doing wrong. They will see your good life and they will give Glory to God when He comes to be their Judge.
b) 1 Peter 2:13. Keep all the laws of the Nation because the Lord wants us to.
c) 1 Peter 2:14. Obey the public officials who have authority from the Government. They have power to punish those people who do wrong and to praise those people who do right.
d) 1 Peter 2:15. Our good behaviour puts to shame and stops the gossip talk of foolish people.
(This Second one reminds me to Publicly Behave Well)
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Chris.
God’s unfailing Love is surely something that we all want to experience. If we live the kind of life that is pleasing to the Lord then His Word promises us that He will give to us His unfailing Love.

Heed The Words Of The Lord!

‘Heed The Words Of The Lord.’
John 12:47-48.
a) The Lord is not going to Judge the person who hears His Words but does not obey them.
b) The Lord Jesus did not come to Judge the people of the World but to save the people of the World.
c) Those people who put the Lord on one side and those people who do not obey His Word will be Judged by the Word that they have heard.
(This QT strongly calls me to Heed The Words Of The Lord)
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‘Following Christ’s Example In Difficult Times.’
1 Peter 2:21-23.
a) 1 Peter 2:21. This is the Purpose of God.
b) 1 Peter 2:21. Jesus Himself suffered for us and gave to us an example to follow.
c) 1 Peter 2:21. We should do as Jesus did.
d) 1 Peter 2:22. The Lord did no evil and He never lied.
e) 1 Peter 2:23. People insulted the Lord Jesus but He did not insult them in return.
f) 1 Peter 2:23. When the Lord Jesus was undergoing pain, no angry word came from His lips.
g) 1 Peter 2:23. The Lord Jesus put Himself in the Hands of God Who Judges rightly.
(Through this Second one I want to be Following Christ’s Example In Difficult Times)
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Chris.
We are strongly called, as True Believers, to heed the Words of the Lord. If we belittle the Words of the Lord through our pride or indifference then we are putting ourselves into a very difficult position spiritually.

Be Content!

‘Be Content.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:24. In our situation as new Believers having a relationship with God.
b) Psalm 16:6. With the Inheritance that we receive from the Lord.
c) Proverbs 15:13. A glad heart makes a happy face.
d) 1 Corinthians 7:17. Accept whatever situation the Lord has put us in.
e) Hebrews 13:5. Be satisfied with what we have for the Lord has said that He will never leave us or forsake us.
(Through this QT I am reminded to Be Content)
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‘Simple And Clear.’
a) Micah 6:8. The Lord has told us what is good and this is what He requires of us:-
1- To do Justice.
2- To love Kindness.
3- To walk humbly with God.
b) Deuteronomy 30:14. The Word of God is very near to us. It is in our mouths and hearts so that we may do it.
c) Deuteronomy 30:15. We are to choose the Life and Good that God has set before us.
d) Lamentations 3:24. Because the Lord is our Portion we have Hope in Him.
e) Lamentation 3:25. The Lord is good to those people who wait for Him, to the person who seeks Him.
(This Second one shows me that when the Lord speaks to us from His Word it is Simple And Clear)
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Chris.
The Word of God should be in our mouths and hearts if we are True Believers. The Word of God in our hearts should govern the way that we live and the Word of God in our mouths should govern the way that we talk.












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Have Mercy!

‘Have Mercy.’
a) Proverbs 14:21. On the poor people.
b) Exodus 33:19; Deuteronomy 30:3. The Lord does, He shows us a good example.
c) Judges 1:24. On people who help us.
d) Job 19:21. On people that are going through a difficult time.
e) Psalm 4:1; 6:2; 9:13. Can be the subject of our Prayer.
f) Proverbs 28:13. The person who confesses and forsakes their sin will.
g) Matthew 18:33. On our fellow servant.
h) Jude 1:22. On some people who doubt.
(This QT encourages me to Have Mercy)
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‘A Good Answer To A Tiring Question.’
Matthew 19:1-6.
a) Matthew 19:1. Jesus had been teaching in Galilee and came away to another place.
b) Matthew 19:2. Great multitudes followed Him and He healed them.
c) Matthew 19:3. The Pharisees asked Jesus this question as a religious trick question, they were not really seeking a genuine answer. They knew Jesus was tired and they resented the healings.
d) Matthew 19:4. Jesus referred them back to the Scripture.
e) Matthew 19:5. For this cause will a man go away from his father and mother, and be joined to his wife; and the two will become one flesh.
f) Matthew 19:6. Whom God has joined together let no man separate.
(This Second one gives me a good example as a teacher. Jesus gave A Good Answer To A Tiring Question)
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Chris.
Holy Scripture, the Word of God, must be an important part of the life of every True Believer. The Early Church, our pattern, whichever country we may come from, had four major components: Bible Study; Fellowship; Breaking Bread; and Prayer. Outreach and Mission were also important activities of the Early Church.

Resolving Conflicts In Church!

‘Resolving Conflicts In Church.’
Matthew 18:15-18.
a) Matthew 18:15. If your brother does wrong to you, go, make clear to him his error between you and him in private: if he gives ear to you, you have got your brother back again.
b) Matthew 18:16. If this person does not listen to you, take two or three witnesses with you so that the facts can be witnessed and established.
c) Matthew 18:17. If the offender still does not listen then the Church should be told.
d) Matthew 18:17. If the offender still does not listen the person should be treated like a heathen person – no longer a member of Christ’s Body.
e) Matthew 18:18. The Church has Authority that it should use.
(This QT teaches me Jesus’ way of Resolving Conflicts In Church)
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‘Departing And Separating.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:10-11. It is not good for spouses to depart and separate from each other.
b) Matthew 19:6; Mark 10:9. If God has put them together then let no one separate them.
c) Acts 1:4. Do not depart until God’s Will is fully achieved.
d) Acts 18:1. Apostle Paul departed from Athens in the Will of God.
e) Acts 18:2. Aquila and Priscilla had to depart from Rome because of ethnic cleansing of the Jewish people and they went to live in Corinth.
f) Romans 8:35-39. Nothing can separate us from the Love of God in Jesus Christ.
g) 1 Corinthians 7:15. A non-believer spouse is allowed to depart and separate.
h) Philemon 1:15. Onesimus departed in rebellion but returned a much better person because the Lord transformed him.
i) Hebrews 7:26. Although He identified with sinful people Jesus Christ is separated from sinners and sin.
(Through this Second one I understand more about departing and separating)
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Chris.
Husband and wife Aquila and Priscilla had to depart from Rome because of the circumstances. Sometimes we suffer similar experiences. Who enjoys having to leave when we do not want to leave? The right attitude of Aquila and Priscilla in this painful situation enabled them to continue in and grow in serving the Lord.

Purchased At High Cost!

‘Purchased At High Cost.’
a) 1 Corinthians 7:23. So we should not be the servants of the World system.
b) 1 Corinthians 6:20. So we must honour God with our body.
c) Leviticus 25:42. So we should not act as slaves to sin.
d) Acts 20:28. So our spiritual leaders should take good care of us.
e) Titus 2:14. So we should be totally committed to doing what is right.
f) 1 Peter 1:18-19. So we should have no more empty life.
g) 1 Peter 3:18. So that we can come safely home to God.
h) Revelation 5:9. People from every:-
1- Tribe.
2- Language.
3- People.
4- Nation.
(Through this QT I appreciate that I am Purchased At High Cost)
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‘Not In The Beginning.’
Matthew 19:7-9.
a) Matthew 19:7. They questioned Jesus about Moses giving permission for divorce.
b) Matthew 19:8. Moses gave this permission because of the hardness of their hearts.
c) Matthew 19:9. I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another, commits adultery; and he who marries her when she is divorced commits adultery.
(This Second one reminds me that it was Not In The Beginning)
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Chris.
Moses gave permission. Jesus Christ gave permission. Apostle Paul gave permission – these are some examples of respected Leadership in the Bible. We live in days when often Leaders are despised and people do not want to listen to, or to seek the permission of their Leaders.

The Poor People! (2)

‘The Poor People.’
a) Proverbs 14:20. Are not popular in the World System.
b) Exodus 22:27; Psalm 147:6. Have a Merciful God Who helps them.
c) Exodus 23:6; Psalm 140:12; 146:7. Should be given equal justice in court.
d) Exodus 23:11; Leviticus 19:9-10; 23:22. May be helped by charitable deeds.
e) Leviticus 25:43. We should not be cruel to them.
f) Deuteronomy 15:9. Selfish people refuse to help them.
g) Deuteronomy 16:10; Luke 14:13. Should be invited to harvest festival.
h) Deuteronomy 26:12. Should be given 10% of the income of the wealthy people.
i) Deuteronomy 27:14. Anyone who prevents the poor people from getting Justice, the Lord will put a curse on them.
j) 1 Samuel 2:8; Psalm 113:7; 115:4. The Lord raises them from the dust.
k) Job 5:8 & 16. Should have Hope.
l) Job 5:11. God gives them prosperity.
m) Job 5:15. God rescues them from the cutting words of the strong.
n) Job 20:12; Proverbs 13:23; Proverbs 22:22. Decadent capitalists have exploited them.
o) Job 24:4. Are thrust off the road by the wealthy people.
p) Job 29:12; Psalm 72:9. Need to be rescued when they cry for help.
q) Job 29:16. Need helpers with a father’s heart.
r) Job 34:19. God does not favour the rich people over the poor.
s) Psalm 9:9; 10:14; 69:33. Can run to the Lord.
t) Psalm 14:6. Are protected by the Lord.
u) Psalm 22:26; 68:10. Will eat and be satisfied.
v) Psalm 22:29; 74:21. Can become worshippers.
w) Psalm 35:10. God saves them from those people who hurt them.
x) Psalm 41:1. God will bless the people who care for the poor.
y) Psalm 72:4; Proverbs 29:14. Should be defended by National rulers.
z) Psalm 107:33. God gives them a safe place to live.
aa) Proverbs 14:31; 17:5. If we oppress them we insult out Maker.
bb) Proverbs 15:15. Have a hard life.
cc) Proverbs 19:7. Are despised even by their own relatives.
dd) Proverbs 28:11. Can see through the proud rich people.
ee) Proverbs 29:7. Have rights.
ff) Isaiah 3:13. The Lord knows that sometimes the Leaders of His People mistreat them.
gg) Isaiah 25:4. The Lord is their Stronghold.
hh) Isaiah 61:1; Matthew 11:5. Can hear the Good News of the Gospel.
ii) Jeremiah 22:16. Caring for the poor people is a part of knowing God.
jj) Matthew 26:10. Will always be with us for the rest of our lives.
kk) Acts 6:1; Romans 15:26. Caring for them should be a part of the Work of the Church.
ll) James 2:5. Are chosen by God to be rich in Faith.
(This QT reveals to me God’s Heart for The Poor People)
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‘Words That Come From Grace.’
Romans 12:3.
a) These words are for the attention of every True Believer.
b) We are not to think of ourselves more highly than we should.
c) We are to have wise thoughts.
d) We should think according to the measure of Faith that God has given to us.
(In this Second one I receive these Words That Come From Grace)
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Chris.
Words that come from Grace should always be noted well. They are words that have been written or spoken to us with the correct motive, the motive of Grace. We can always trust words that come from Grace.

Exercise Our God Given Faith!

‘Exercise Our God Given Faith.’
Matthew 17:20.
a) Jesus sees our Faith level.
b) His Words are always Truth.
c) Even if we have Faith the same size as a grain of mustard seed, the smallest seed.
d) We will say to the mountain to move. (Not another person saying it for us)
e) The mountain will move.
f) If we have Faith nothing will be impossible for us (in the Will of God).
(This QT encourages me to Exercise My God Given Faith)
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‘Hearing Is Important.’
a) Romans 10:17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13. Faith comes by hearing the Word of God.
b) Matthew 11:15; 13:14; Mark 4:23. If we are willing to hear, we should listen and understand.
c) Acts 22:8-10. Apostle Paul heard the Voice of the Ascended Jesus.
d) John 5:25 & 28. All the dead people will hear the Voice of the Ascended Jesus.
e) John 3:8. Hearing the wind is truly amazing if we think about it.
f) Acts 23:35. The hearing of judges in courts.
g) Matthew 18:17. Hearing when being subject to Church discipline.
h) 2 Peter 2:8. Righteous people are distressed when they hear about wickedness. Wickedness is not gossip material for them.
i) Hebrews 5:11. Passive people find it difficult to hear.
j) Matthew 14:1. People need to hear about Jesus.
k) Galatians 3:5. Hearing about Christ opens the way for us to receive the Holy Spirit.
l) Acts 28:27. Our heart condition affects our hearing.
(This Second one reminds me that Hearing Is Important)
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Chris.
Righteous people are good people to be around. These people are distressed when they hear about wickedness, so their response will be to turn to God in Prayers. Righteous people can help other people to stand well in God because they show a good example.

Live The Life That The Lord Has Assigned To Us!

‘Live The Life That The Lord Has Assigned To Us.’
1 Corinthians 7:17-22.
a) 1 Corinthians 7:17. It is the Life that the Lord has given to us.
b) 1 Corinthians 7:17. We should go on living in the Purposes of God.
c) 1 Corinthians 7:17. This is applicable to every Church everywhere.
d) 1 Corinthians 7:18. We should not be bound by religious traditions of men.
e) 1 Corinthians 7:19. To keep the Commandments that God gives to us is a valuable thing to do.
f) 1 Corinthians 7:20. We should remain in our calling.
g) 1 Corinthians 7:21. If we were a servant when God called us we should not try to break free from being a servant, rather let God give us freedom if that is His Plan.
h) 1 Corinthians 7:22. Whether we are servants or free people we are all God’s People and we belong to Him.
(This QT strongly reminds me to Live The Life That The Lord Has Assigned To Me now)
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‘Faith That Was Tested.’
Matthew 15:21-28.
a) Matthew 15:21. Jesus went on to another region.
b) Matthew 15:22. A Canaanite woman came to Jesus:-
1- She cried for the Lord, the Son of David, to have Mercy on her.
2- Her daughter had a big problem.
3- She was severely oppressed by a demon.
c) Matthew 15:23. Jesus did not answer her.
d) Matthew 15:23. The Disciples asked Jesus to send her away because she was troubling them.
e) Matthew 15:24. Jesus said that He was only sent to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
f) Matthew 15:25. The woman:-
1- Came to Jesus.
2- Knelt before Him.
3- Said: “Lord, help me.”
g) Matthew 15:26. Jesus answered, "It is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs."
h) Matthew 15:27. She said, "Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters' table."
i) Matthew 15:28. Jesus said to her:-
1- That her Faith was great.
2- That it would be done for her as she desired.
3- So that her daughter was healed instantly.
(This Second one reveals to me Faith That Was Tested)
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Chris.
There are times that Church people act in very anti social ways. We sometimes want to send away from Church people whom we think are troubling us because their behaviour or appearance is not “the norm” of other Church people. We need to ask ourselves: ‘Would the Lord send them away?’

Upright People!

‘Upright People.’
a) Proverbs 14:19. Will see sinners go down into the dust at their doors.
b) Genesis 7:1; Job 36:7. God sees their uprightness.
c) Genesis 18:23; Numbers 23:10; Matthew 21:32. Are Righteous people who are in right standing with God.
d) Leviticus 26:13. Are no longer in bondage.
e) Deuteronomy 32:4; 2 Samuel 22:26. Have an upright God.
f) 1 Samuel 29:6. Are honest.
g) 2 Chronicles 19:11. Will know that the Lord is with them.
h) Job 1:1 & 8. Are blameless.
i) Job 17:9. Hold to their ways.
j) Psalm 5:12; 112:2; 119:1. Will be Blessed by the Lord.
k) Psalm 7:10. God saves them.
l) Psalm 11:7. Will behold the Face of the Lord.
m) Psalm 32:11; 97:11. Can shout for Joy.
n) Psalm 37:18. The Lord knows their days.
o) Psalm 64:10. Shall glory.
p) Psalm 73:1; 125:4. Can experience the Goodness of God.
q) Psalm 94:15. Follow Justice.
r) Psalm 111:1. The congregation of God’s People should be.
s) Psalm 119:7. Can Praise the Lord.
t) Proverbs 2:21. Will inhabit the land.
u) Proverbs 10:20. Speak valuable words.
v) Proverbs 10:29; Hosea 14:9. Are strengthened by the Way of the Lord.
w) Proverbs 11:3. Shall be guided by their integrity.
x) Proverbs 11:20. Delight the Lord.
y) Proverbs 14:11. Will see their home flourish.
z) Proverbs 20:11. Even a child can be.
aa) Proverbs 21:29. Give thought to their ways.
bb) Ecclesiastes 7:29. Are made like that by God.
cc) Matthew 25:46. Have Eternal Life.
dd) Romans 1:17. Live by Faith.
ee) Titus 1:8. Church leaders must be.
(Through this QT I highly esteem Upright People)
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‘We Must Believe And Obey The Bible.’
a) John 15:18. Because we do not have an identity in the World System.
b) 1 Peter 5:8. Because we have a spiritual enemy.
c) 2 Timothy 3:16. Because it is inspired by God.
d) 2 Peter 1:21. Because it is the only true Prophecy.
e) John 16:13. Because Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would lead us into Truth.
f) Hebrews 4:12. Because it is a sharp two edged sword.
g) Romans 12:2. Because through it our minds can be renewed.
(Through this Second one it is again confirmed to me that I Must Believe And Obey The Bible)
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Chris.
Upright people live by Faith. The Life of Faith is a life that is lived with a practical Faith in God. Faith is application of God’s Word into our lives on a daily basis. All True Believers live by Faith.