Do Not Hang Around With Bad People!

‘Do Not Hang Around With Bad People.’
Proverbs 17:4-5.
a) Wrongdoers listen to wicked talk.
b) Liars pay attention to destructive talk.
c) Those people who mock the poor people insult their Maker.
d) Those people who rejoice at the misfortune of other people will be punished.
(Through this QT I receive this godly counsel: Do Not Hang Around With Bad People)
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‘What The Bible Says About The Gospel.’
a) Isaiah 53:5; 1 Peter 2:24. Through the Cross of Christ:-
1-Acts 10:43; 1 Corinthians 15:3. Our sins can be forgiven.
2-John 14:27. We can have Peace.
3-There is healing available for us.
b) Acts 13:39; John 3:16. Everyone who believes in Christ is Justified.
c) 1 Corinthians 15:1-2. If we welcome it the Gospel Saves us.
d) Romans 5:8; 1 John 4:10. God demonstrates His Love for us in it.
e) 2 Corinthians 5:19-21; 1 Peter 3:18. God was reconciling the World to Himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them.
f) Titus 2:14. Jesus Christ gave His Life:-
1-To free us from every kind of sin.
2-To cleanse us.
3-To make us His very own people, totally committed to doing what is right.
g) Hebrews 9:28. Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many people; and He will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring Salvation to those people who are waiting for Him.
(Through this Second one I rejoice in What The Bible Says About The Gospel)
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Chris.
The fact that Jesus Christ has been punished for our sins on the Cross is an amazing demonstration of both the Love and the Grace of God. This fact in itself has power to Save us. In order for this Salvation to become a reality in our lives we need to repent of our sins and receive Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour.

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Getting Our Focus Right!

‘Getting Our Focus Right.’
a) 1 John 2:15-16. We are not to love the World system which is centred on lust and pride.
b) 2 Timothy 2:4. If we want to please God we should not get entangled with the affairs of this life.
c) Colossians 3:2. We are to set our affections on the things that are above.
d) Hebrews 12:2. We should keep looking to Jesus.
(This QT reminds me to be Getting My Focus Right)
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‘We Should Not Let Discouragement Be Our Friend.’
a) Deuteronomy 1:28. We sometimes get confused through the discouragement from other people.
b) Numbers 21:4-5. Discouraged people talk against God and their leaders.
c) Galatians 6:9. Let us not get tired of doing what is right, for after a while we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t get discouraged and give up.
d) Proverbs 13:12. Do not give in to deferred Hope.
e) 1 Corinthians 11:1. Look into the life of Apostle Paul.
f) Philippians 1:21. We need to remember that to live is Christ and to die is gain. There is no room for self pity.
g) 1 Corinthians 10:10; Philippians 2:14. If we start to murmur we open ourselves up for all kinds of difficulties unnecessarily.
(This Second one gives me very good advice: I Should Not Let Discouragement Be My Friend)
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Chris.
Confusion may come to us from all kinds of sources. Some people have emotional sickness and that sickness can make them very confused. Some people are confused because their environment is not what they expect. Yet other people get confused by the life and words of people around them or people that they meet. God wants to help us be free from confusion.

Disciplined Verbal Spiritual Gifts!

‘Disciplined Verbal Spiritual Gifts.’
1 Corinthians 14:39-40.
a) The True Believers should have a desire to prophesy for this gift brings to the Church:-
1-Edification.
2-Exhortation.
3-Comfort.
b) We should not forbid the gift of diverse languages if the gift is brought in a Biblical and orderly fashion.
c) All things should be done decently and in order.
(This QT encourages me in the ministry of Disciplined Verbal Spiritual Gifts)
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‘The Ministry Of A True Minister.’
a) 1 Corinthians 2:2. They concentrate their Message on Jesus Christ and His death on the Cross.
b) Romans 1:1; 2 Timothy 1:11. They should be living as one chosen by God and is a good steward and preacher of the Good News.
c) Acts 2:42. Leads True Believers into the New Testament pattern.
(This Second one shows me something of The Ministry Of A True Minister)
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Chris.
The person who brings words of Comfort to God’s people is surely prophesying to them, according to the Scriptural definition of the Gift of Prophecy. Surely Comfort is one of the greatest needs of God’s people today. This does not refer to a comfortable environment but Comfort in their “inner man”. We who live in nice environments sometimes hanker after more comfort physically but neglect the Comfort that God the Comforter wants to bring to our “inner man”, especially through the Gift of Prophecy.

The Lord Tests Our Heart!

‘The Lord Tests Our Heart.’
a) Proverbs 17:3. The Bible says so.
b) Psalm 26:2. We should pray for Him to do so.
c) Psalm 66:10; Isaiah 48:10. The result should be our purification.
d) Jeremiah 17:10; Revelation 2:23. And He will give us our due rewards.
e) Zechariah 13:9. Then we can truly say that the Lord is our God.
f) Malachi 3:2-3. His tests are very powerful and pure.
g) 1 Peter 1:7. Ultimately He tests our Faith too.
(Through this QT I know that The Lord Tests My Heart)
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‘Satan’s Limited Power.’
a) John 16:11. He is the ruler of this World system.
b) 2 Corinthians 4:4. He is the god of this World system.
c) Ephesians 2:2. He is the prince of the power of the air.
d) Revelation 12:9-11. In Christ we overcome Satan the accuser.
(Through this Second one I understand clearly the limits of Satan’s Limited Power)
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Chris.
God is Faithful. God is not unjust. He always remembers us – even when we go through trials that test our heart, He knows! Let us reaffirm our trust in the Faithfulness of God.

God's Powerful Word!

‘God’s Powerful Word.’
a) Hebrews 4:12. Can work deeply within us.
b) Hebrews 13:8. Points us to Jesus Who never changes.
c) Isaiah 55:11; Nehemiah 9:6-8. It shall accomplish the purpose for which God sends it out.
d) Nehemiah 9:16; 10:29. Needs to be heeded.
e) Nehemiah 9:3. Should be publicly read.
f) Galatians 5:1. Gives us liberty that we should stand fast in.
g) Nehemiah 10:35-37. Stimulates Worship.
(This QT causes me to love God’s Powerful Word more)
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‘Gospel Facts.’
a) 1 Thessalonians 1:5; 1 Peter 1:12. It should come by Word and the Power of the Holy Spirit.
b) 2 Thessalonians 2:2. It should be proclaimed boldly even in the environment of opposition.
c) 2 Thessalonians 2:8. As we give it, we should give our own lives too.
d) Acts 20:24; Colossians 1:6. It is about God’s wonderful Kindness and Love.
e) Galatians 1:7; 2:14; 2 Corinthians 11:4. It should not be twisted and changed.
f) Galatians 1:11. It should not be based on mere human reasoning and logic.
g) Galatians 2:5; Philippians 1:16. Its Truth must be preserved.
h) Philippians 1:12. Its spreading can be helped by the things that happen to God’s servants.
i) Colossians 1:6; Ephesians 6:15. It is going out all over the World and changing people’s lives everywhere.
j) Colossians 1:23. It gives assurance of Salvation.
k) 2 Thessalonians 1:8; Hebrews 4:6; 2 Corinthians 9:13. It should be obeyed.
l) 1 Peter 4:17; Hebrews 4:2; Romans 10:16. It should be Believed.
m) 2 Timothy 1:8; Philemon 1:13. We should be ready to suffer for it.
n) Mark 1:15. We need to repent in order to Believe it.
o) 1 Corinthians 15:1. We should welcome it for our Faith is built on it.
p) Philippians 1:5 & 27. It can be spread by a team.
q) 1 Thessalonians 2:4; 1 Timothy 1:11. Its messengers have been approved by God to be entrusted with it.
(I rejoice through this Second one: Gospel Facts)
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Chris.
We need the Power of the Holy Spirit, every True Believer has the Holy Spirit there is no question about that. Theologically that is Truth that no one can deny. Our great need as True Believers is to be filled with the Holy Spirit, then we can experience His Power.

Pride In The Corinthian Church!

‘Pride In The Corinthian Church.
1 Corinthians 14:36-38.
a) 1 Corinthians 14:36. They thought that God’s Word originated from them.
b) 1 Corinthians 14:36. They thought that the knowledge of God’s Word began and ended with them.
c) 1 Corinthians 14:36. They were mistaken.
d) 1 Corinthians 14:37. They claimed to be very spiritual, but if they really were, they would heed and obey what Apostle Paul had written to them.
e) 1 Corinthians 14:38. If they ignored these words of Paul then they themselves should be ignored by the other Churches.
(Through this QT I long for the Churches today to learn a lesson from the spiritual and intellectual Pride In The Corinthian Church)
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‘Jesus Accused And Misunderstood.’
Luke 11:15.
a) Some, not all, of the people accused Jesus Christ.
b) They accused Him about His casting out of demons.
c) They accused Him of getting His Power from Satan, the prince of demons.
(This Second one gives me the realisation that even until today we find Jesus Accused And Misunderstood, even by some Christians)
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Chris.
It is foolish of the people to ignore the words of their shepherds in the Church. Our shepherds tell us the Truth in Love if they are real shepherds and we should heed what they say.

Servants Of God And People!

‘Servants Of God And People.’
a) Proverbs 17:2. Should be wise.
b) Genesis 24:34. Often take their master’s name and do not use their own.
c) Mark 1:20. Are usually hired.
d) Luke 15:17. Should be well fed.
e) Isaiah 56:6. Of the Lord should be committed to Him.
f) Romans 1:1. Apostle Paul was a model servant.
(Through this QT I want to be counted amongst the Servants Of God And People)
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‘How Can We Rightly Respond To The Gospel?’
a) Mark 8:35; 10:29; 2 Corinthians 11:7. We give up our life for it.
b) Romans 1:1. Be willing to go out for and with it.
c) 1 Corinthians 9:12; 1 Thessalonians 2:9. Not to behave incorrectly therefore putting an obstacle in its way.
d) Romans 1:9; Ephesians 3:7; Philippians 2:22. We tell other people about it.
e) 1 Corinthians 9:14. Support those people who preach it.
f) 1 Corinthians 9:20-22. Identify with the people whom we share it with.
(This Second one answers my question: How Can I Rightly Respond To The Gospel)
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Chris.
Apostle Paul was a model servant, if we want to learn more about serving we need to look into our Bibles at the life and ministry of Apostle Paul. Even more so, Jesus Christ was the Perfect Servant, we should learn much about living and serving from Him. The Truths of the Scripture can be applied to our lives today in meaningful ways, we should never neglect the Word of God.

The Heart Of The Church Leader!

‘The Heart Of The Church Leader.’
2 Corinthians 2:1-11.
a) 2 Corinthians 2:1. Makes a decision not to bring grief to the people they are serving.
b) 2 Corinthians 2:2. If we grieve people then we sour our Fellowship.
c) 2 Corinthians 2:3. Has Joy when the people they are serving are joyful.
d) 2 Corinthians 2:4. Sometimes has to speak or write the Truth in love even though it hurts.
e) 2 Corinthians 2:5. Gets hurt by trouble makers in the Church.
f) 2 Corinthians 2:6. Encourages the Church in their wise decisions.
g) 2 Corinthians 2:7. Encourages reconciliation and comfort to be amongst the Believers.
h) 2 Corinthians 2:8. Wants the members to love each other.
i) 2 Corinthians 2:9. Sometimes tests the obedience and maturity of the Church.
j) 2 Corinthians 2:10. Uses Christ’s Forgiveness in Church forgiveness issues.
k) 2 Corinthians 2:11. Leads the people into Victory over Satan.
(This QT teaches me about The Heart Of The Church Leader)
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‘Beware Of Pride.’
Ezekiel 28:14.
a) Especially if we are ordained and anointed by God.
b) Especially if we are given much authority.
c) Especially if we enjoy access into the Presence of God.
d) Especially if we walk amongst the stones of fire. This can have two meanings. A-That we are worshippers and lead other people into worship. B-That we have enjoyed much protection by God in different ways.
(Through this Second one I must Beware of Pride.
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Chris.
We should not ignore the Prophets of the Old Testament, there is so much to learn from them. They not only point forward to the coming of the Messiah but they also teach us how to live in a way that Glorifies God.

Ladies, Not Women!

‘Ladies, Not Women.’
1 Corinthians 14:34-35.
a) The Corinthian sisters were like sisters in many other lands, they loved to talk. Their problem was that in Church they were talking too, thus hindering the Worship of the Lord in all its forms.
b) These women needed to learn to keep quiet.
c) These women needed to control themselves and be in subjection to their spiritual authority in the Church as well as their husband’s authority in the home.
d) If they need to ask questions to learn something they need to do that with their husbands at home.
e) It is a shame for the women to be carelessly talking during the Worship services.
(Through this QT I understand that the True Believer sisters need to behave like Ladies, Not Women, in the Church and the True Believer brothers need to treat them as such)
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‘The Power Of The Gospel.’
a) Romans 1:16; 1 Corinthians 15:2. It is the Power of God giving Salvation to everyone who has Faith.
b) Romans 1:17. Contains a revelation of the Righteousness of God.
c) Romans 2:16. It introduces the Day when God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ.
d) Romans 16:25. Is able to establish us.
e) 1 Corinthians 4:15. Through Jesus Christ gives a New Birth.
f) Ephesians 3:6; Colossians 1:5 & 23. Gives Hope in Jesus Christ.
g) Colossians 1:6. Gives True Knowledge of the Grace of God.
h) 2 Timothy 1:10. Is that through Jesus Christ death is abolished and that Life Unending comes to Light.
i) 2 Timothy 2:8; Acts 13:32-33. It is the Message of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
j) Acts 14:15. It has Power to help us turn from vain things to the Living God.
(This Second one reveals to me The Power Of The Gospel)
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Chris.
The husband and father, according to the Bible, should have authority in his family. There are too many men all over the Globe, who leave family authority to the wife and mother. This is really not Biblical. In such environments the husband and father loses his sense of responsibility for his family and this can easily lead to miserable wives and family breakdown. If a man cannot have authority in his family then he cannot and should not have authority in the Church.

A Happy Home!

‘A Happy Home.’
Proverbs 17:1.
a) We find here right priorities.
b) Better a dry crust with Peace and Quiet.
c) Than a house full of feasting.
d) With strife.
(This QT gives me the desire to keep A Happy Home)
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‘True Freedom In Jesus.’
Romans 6:20-23.
a) Romans 6:20. When we were slaves to sin, we were free from the control of Righteousness.
b) Romans 6:21. There was no benefit from the things that we are now ashamed of for they end in death.
c) Romans 6:22. We have been set free from sin and we have become the slaves of God.
d) Romans 6:22. We reap the benefit of Holiness and the result of Eternal Life.
e) Romans 6:23. The wages of sin is death.
f) Romans 6:23. The Gift of God is Eternal Life in union with Jesus Christ our Lord.
(Through this Second one I thank God for True Freedom In Jesus)
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Chris.
There is true freedom in Jesus. This is why we need to know Jesus personally as our Lord and Saviour. There is no true freedom in merely going to Church. It is a wrong concept to try to get people to go to Church only, including our Children. The key point is knowing Jesus, then they will want to come to Church.

Gospel Herald!

‘Gospel Herald.’
a) Matthew 24:14; 26:13; Mark 13:10. The Gospel must be preached throughout the whole World, so that all Nations will hear it.
b) Mark 16:15. We need to “go” with the Gospel in some way.
c) Acts 8:25. In the villages too.
d) Isaiah 61:1; Luke 4:18. Poor people must be included amongst Gospel recipients.
e) Luke 9:6. Preaching the Gospel and healing sick people.
f) Luke 20:1. Preaching the Gospel and teaching.
g) Romans 1:15. We should be eager Gospel Heralds.
h) Romans 15:16. Should be accompanied by the work of the Holy Spirit.
i) Romans 15:20. Where the Name of Christ has never been heard.
j) 1 Corinthians 1:17. Not with clever speeches and high sounding ideas.
k) Ephesians 6:19. With boldness and confidence.
(This QT gives me high estimation of the Gospel Herald)
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‘The Church That Desires Purity.’
a) Nehemiah 7:3. Has a good welcoming committee and doors that are not always open.
b) Nehemiah 7:1-2; 1 Corinthians 4:2. Has faithful and God fearing people in positions of responsibility.
c) Nehemiah 8:1-10; Psalm 30:5. Has a love for the Word of God and enjoys the freedom and joy that the Word brings after the deep work of the Holy Spirit in their hearts when they hear and respond to the Word of God.
d) 1 John 1:9. Will deal Biblically with any sin.
e) James 1:2. Learns to live in God’s victory through their trials.
f) Isaiah 61:1-3. Has a Vision from the Lord.
g) Hebrews 12:2; Romans 5:8. Looks to the Lord continually.
h) 2 Corinthians 9:7. Gives cheerfully.
(Through this Second one I find and desire to be a part of The Church That Desires Purity)
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Chris.
I am sure the early modern missionaries had a very good concept of mission. The Gospel records the preaching of the Good News accompanied by healing and teaching. This healing does not just mean miracle healing it means all healing. The early modern missionaries planted hospitals and schools before they ever thought of planting churches. The preaching of the Gospel should not be neglected, it is very important for it Saves people’s lives. The opening of hospitals and schools that offer good health services and good education are very good ways in which to open the door for the Gospel.

God Is Not A God Of Disorder!

‘God Is Not A God Of Disorder.’
1 Corinthians 14:27-33.
a) 1 Corinthians 14:27. At the most there may be three manifestations of the gift of diverse languages in Church meeting and these must be interpreted.
b) 1 Corinthians 14:28. If there is no one present who has the gift of interpretation of diverse languages then there should be no manifestation of either gift.
c) 1 Corinthians 14:29. All gifts of prophecy may be discerned and judged. They do not have to be just received.
d) 1 Corinthians 14:30-31. The gift of prophecy does not make a person a “prophet”, all True Believers may prophesy according to the leading of the Holy Spirit and in due course, with restraint as to the number of manifestations in one meeting – maybe one or two. The result being that by this gift the Church is:-
1- Encouraged.
2- Instructed.
3- Edified.
4- Comforted.
5- Not confused by “hyper-spirituality”.
e) 1 Corinthians 14:32. People who have the gift of prophecy should control themselves well.
f) 1 Corinthians 14:33. God is a God of Peace and order in all congregations.
(Through this QT I have great assurance that God Is Not A God Of Disorder)
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‘Turn In The Correct Direction.’
Leviticus 20:6.
a) Turn to the Lord. Have a good relationship with Him and then turning to Him is the natural thing to do.
b) Do not turn to people who have familiar spirits, if we do, we become unfaithful to God. Many, not all, modern day “prophets” are people with familiar spirits.
c) We get cut off from God, and eventually cut off from His Family, if we turn to the wrong people.
(This Second one strongly reminds me to Turn In The Correct Direction)
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Chris.
The Book of Leviticus is not the True Believers enemy! We need to learn to love that Book. Not only is it God’s Word but it also reveals God’s Holy Law and healthy Law as well as His Heart.

Decision Making!

‘Decision Making.’
a) Proverbs 16:33. The Lord should be consulted over our big decisions.
b) Exodus 22:9. To resolve conflicts comes from God.
c) Deuteronomy 17:10. Needs to be in a peaceful and a godly place when we are making important decisions.
d) Joshua 24:22. We are accountable for our decision to serve the Lord.
e) 2 Samuel 19:29; 1 King 1:20. Is important for leaders.
f) 1 Kings 3:28. Needs to be made with God given Wisdom.
g) Zechariah 8:15. God sets a good example for us.
h) Luke 18:7. Should be just.
i) Acts 15:25. Can sometimes be unanimous.
(This QT helps me with Decision Making)
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‘The Gospel Good News.’
a) Mark 1:1; Romans 1:9; 1 Thessalonians 3:2. Is about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God.
b) Romans 1:2. Was Promised long ago by God through His Prophets in the Holy Scriptures.
c) 2 Corinthians 4:4. Is about the Glory of Christ Who is the exact likeness of God.
d) Galatians 3:8. Was Promised to Abraham long ago.
e) Ephesians 1:13. That God Saves us.
f) Ephesians 6:15; Acts 10:36. Of Peace.
g) 1 Thessalonians 2:9; Mark 1:14. Of God.
h) 2 Thessalonians 1:8. Needs to be obeyed.
i) 1 Timothy 1:11. Is Glorious.
j) Matthew 4:23; 9:35; Luke 8:1. Is about the Kingdom of God.
k) Revelation 14:6. Is Everlasting and for every:-
1-Nation.
2-Tribe.
3-Language.
4-People group.
(Through this Second one I desire to be a good messenger of The Gospel Good News.
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Chris.
Decision making is important for leaders. The leader of a family needs to make good decisions for their family, without good decisions it is possible for the family to break up. The leader of an educational establishment needs to make good decisions so that the people attending get the best possible education. The leader of a workplace needs to make good decisions that are going to benefit both the employees and the customers. The leader of a Church needs to make good decisions so that God will be Glorified.

Getting Ready For Macedonia!

‘Getting Ready For Macedonia.’
Acts 16:1-10.
a) Acts 16:1. Paul and Silas came to Derbe and Lystra where they met Timothy. Timothy came from a Greco-Jewish multi-ethnic family.
b) Acts 16:2. The local brothers spoke well of Timothy.
c) Acts 16:3. Paul wanted to take Timothy along with the team and had him circumcised for the sake of the Jews.
d) Acts 16:4. Paul’s team travelled from town to town delivering the decisions reached by the Apostles and Elders in Jerusalem for the people to obey.
e) Acts 16:5. The Churches were strengthened in Faith and grew daily in numbers.
f) Acts 16:6-8. Paul and the team were specifically led by the Holy Spirit, it means also that they were sensitive to the Holy Spirit.
g) Acts 16:9-10. Then came the Macedonian call to which Paul and the team responded.
(In this QT, Getting Ready For Macedonia, we can see three major parts of this team’s readiness. 1-They were submitted to their leader, Paul. 2-They proclaimed Truth wherever they went. 3-They were sensitive to the Holy Spirit)
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‘Stay Blameless.’
Deuteronomy 18:9-13.
a) Deuteronomy 18:9. When we enter the land that the Lord is giving to us we are not to enter into the pagan customs of that land, even if they seemingly get mixed up with Church culture.
b) Deuteronomy 18:10-11. Things to clearly and definitely avoid. Maybe false prophets and lying miracles are included in this list?
c) Deuteronomy 18:12. These aforementioned practices are an abomination to the Lord.
d) Deuteronomy 18:13. We are to stay blameless before the Lord our God.
(This Second one is a clear message to me: Stay Blameless)
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Chris.
We must not get involved with pagan customs in any land, including our own. Sometimes, when we go to foreign lands we are tempted to take an interest in their pagan customs, we should not do this but avoid them.

Possibilities For The Believers’ Meeting!

‘Possibilities For The Believers’ Meeting.’
1 Corinthians 14:26.
a) It is a meeting of Brothers and Sisters in Christ.
b) Someone may have a song.
c) Someone who is a Teacher or Pastor/Teacher may have a teaching.
d) Someone may give a gift of revelation that God has given.
e) Someone may have a gift of diverse languages and, if so, will be accompanied by another person who has the gift of interpretation of the diverse language gift.
f) Everything done in the meeting must be useful for all Believers present.
g) Everything done in the meeting should build all Believers present up in the Lord.
(In this QT I find Possibilities For The Believers’ Meeting)
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‘Telling Everyone About Christ.’
a) Colossians 1:28. It is an everywhere Message.
b) Colossians 1:28. It is a Message with a warning.
c) Colossians 1:28. It is a Message that needs to be taught with all the Wisdom God has given to us.
d) Colossians 1:28. We should have the goal of presenting people to God perfect in their relationship to Christ.
e) Mark 1:1. The Good News is about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God.
f) Luke 19:10. For He, the Son of Man, has come to seek and to Save lost people.
g) Romans 1:16. The Good News about Christ is the Power of God at work, Saving everyone who Believes.
h) 1 Corinthians 15:3-4. Telling about Christ’s:-
1-Death.
2-Burial.
3-Resurrection.
(This Second one challenges and reminds me that as a True Believer I should be Telling Everyone About Christ both with my teaching and my life)
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Chris.
The gift of interpretation of languages is very important for the Church in which the gift of diverse languages is practiced. It is often very confusing for the non believer if there is a manifestation of the gift of diverse languages and no gift of interpretation along with it. The Scriptures encourage us to pray for the gift of interpretation of languages specifically so that all attendees can understand what is being said.

The Better Person!

‘The Better Person.’
Proverbs 16:32.
a) Is not the mighty person.
b) Is the person who is slow to anger.
c) Is not the one who captures a city.
d) Is the one who rules their own spirit.
(Through this QT I want to be The Better Person)
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‘The Reason Why Saul Lost His Anointing.’
a) 1 Samuel 15:23. Because of his rebellion.
b) 1 Samuel 15:23. God says that rebellion is as the sin of divination.
c) Deuteronomy 18:10. Is what God says about divination.
d) 1 Samuel 15:23. He was disobedient to God.
e) 1 Samuel 15:23; 1 Samuel 13:14. He was rejected by God.
(Through this Second one I find and should learn from The Reason Why Saul Lost His Anointing)
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Chris.
The better person is slow to anger. Getting into an angry temper quickly is never God’s way for us to be. If we have that problem we need to ask God to help us to be free from it. Being slow to anger is a virtue. Being quickly angry breaks relationships, hurts other people and can make us dislike ourselves and put ourselves into some kind of bondage.

Jesus Did Much For Him!

‘Jesus Did Much For Him.’
Mark 5:1-20.
a) Mark 5:1-6. When Jesus came to the area of the Gerasenes this demonised man came and threw himself at Jesus’ feet. He was obviously very tormented by evil spirits and wanted to be free.
b) Mark 5:7-12. Jesus had quickly began to cast out the evil spirits and one of them reacted verbally through the man. They were a legion of evil spirits and begged Jesus to send them into a herd of pigs. They knew they had to leave the man because Jesus had and has all authority.
c) Mark 5:13. They went into the herd of pigs and the entire herd ran down the steep bank into the lake and drowned.
d) Mark 5:14. The pig herd attendants rushed off and told everyone they met what had happened.
e) Mark 5:15-17. This was such a powerful miracle that the people were afraid and begged Jesus to leave the region.
f) Mark 5:18. Jesus got ready to leave and as He got into the boat the man who was set free from the legion asked Jesus to let him come too.
g) Mark 5:19. Jesus told him to go back to his family and tell them the great things that were done for him and tell them about the Lord’s Mercy.
h) Mark 5:20. So the man went into the Gentile Decapolis region and told them all that the Lord Jesus had done for him. All the listeners were amazed.
(Through this QT I can see how this man responded with such positive action because Jesus Did Much For Him)
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‘Only One Anointed King.’
1 Samuel 16:13-14.
a) Samuel anointed David as the next king of God’s People.
b) With this anointing the Spirit of the Lord came upon David in power.
c) The Spirit of the Lord departed from the former king Saul even though he was still officially the king.
d) An evil spirit from the Lord came to Saul and began to torment him from that time.
(This Second one shows me that, for God’s People in the Old Testament there could be Only One Anointed King)
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Chris.
We should consider how much the Lord has done for us. If we get caught up with complaining and thinking that God does not really care about our lives, we really need to stop that because our negatives can also pull down other people. Stop! And consider how much the Lord has done for you and I.

Considering The Unbelievers!

‘Considering The Unbelievers.’
1 Corinthians 14:23-25.
a) 1 Corinthians 14:23. If the unbelievers come into our meetings and hear everyone speaking in the Gift of diverse languages they will think that we are strange or crazy.
b) 1 Corinthians 14:24. If we have the Gift of prophecy in our meetings when unbelievers come in, they will hear the Message of edification, exhortation and comfort and may well be convicted of their sin and need of repentance.
c) 1 Corinthians 14:25. Through the Messages of preaching, teaching and prophecy the unbelievers may realise that their heart’s secrets are know by the Lord. They will be influenced into acknowledging God’s Presence and Worshipping Him.
(Through this QT I know that it is wise for the assembled Church to be Considering The Unbelievers who may be attending)
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‘Our Life As True Believers.’
This subject is so important. I have been impressed to reiterate and reconsider in this Second one something that I have been pondering upon over the past few days.
a) 1 Corinthians 15:1. We have welcomed the Good News and still do.
b) 1 Corinthians 15:1. Our Faith is built on the Good News.
c) 1 Corinthians 15:2; Titus 2:11. The Good News Saves us.
d) 1 Timothy 1:10-11. We receive correct Teaching that comes from the Good News.
e) 2 Timothy 1:10. Through Jesus our Saviour we have found the Way to Everlasting Life through the Good News.
f) Titus 2:10. Should be a life that reflects correct Teaching.
g) Titus 2:12. We are to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures.
h) Titus 2:12. We should live in this World system with:-
1-Self control.
2-Right conduct.
3-Devotion to God.
i) Titus 2:13. We are looking forward to that wonderful event when the Glory of our Great God and Saviour Jesus Christ will be revealed.
(This Second one is a Scripture picture of what My Life As A True Believer should be)
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Chris.
God speaks in the Church in various ways. Mainly God speaks through Preaching and Teaching. We are fed week by week through the Preaching and Teaching messages that are brought into the Church in various services and meetings. God may also speak in the Church through the Gift of prophecy bringing edification, exhortation and comfort to the Church. We should be cautious about “testimony” meetings, “personal prophecies” and attempting to “hear God’s voice” in public services and meetings as there is very little Scriptural justification for such things.

The Way Of Righteousness - 2!

‘The Way Of Righteousness.’
a) Proverbs 16:31. Is suitable for elderly people.
b) Proverbs 8:20. Is to walk in the paths of justice.
c) Proverbs 12:28. Is the way of Eternal Life.
d) Matthew 21:32. Was revealed by John the Baptist.
e) 2 Peter 2:21. We should not turn from it.
(This QT gives me more understanding about The Way Of Righteousness)
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‘Forbidden But They Did It.’
Nehemiah 13:23-24.
a) Against the teachings of God’s Law in the Old Testament the Jewish men married women from:-
1- Ashdod.
2- Amnon.
3- Moab.
b) The children of these marriages spoke the languages of their mothers.
c) The children of these marriages could not speak Hebrew.
(The Jewish men knew God’s Word, they knew what was Forbidden But They Did It)
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Chris.
We need to continually gain understanding of God’s Word and understanding of God through His Word. Today I understand more of the close link between language and culture. When we lose the language we lose the culture and maybe we create a new culture, join an existing one, or have an identity crisis.

Unnecessary Suffering Of The Levites!

‘Unnecessary Suffering Of The Levites.’
Nehemiah 13:10.
a) Nehemiah learned that the Levites had not been given the offering shares that the Lord had said should be theirs.
b) The Levites and singers had to leave their regular Temple duties.
c) They had to go back and farm their own fields.
(This QT shows me that when God’s People are living outside of His Will there will be Unnecessary Suffering Of The Levites)
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‘They Neglected The Lord’s Day.’
Nehemiah 13:15-16.
a) Some men in Judah were stomping on grapes in the winepresses on the Sabbath.
b) Other men were bringing in the grain and putting it on the asses.
c) These men and other men also, were bringing their goods into Jerusalem on the Sabbath day to market them.
d) The men of Tyre also came to sell fish and other goods in Jerusalem on the Sabbath day.
(This Second one shows me how in the Old Testament days, when God’s People were not in good condition spiritually They Neglected The Lord’s Day)
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Chris.
There is, of course, need for service industries and public services to be running seven days a week. If, however, Believers use the Lord’s (Church) day merely to try to make more profit for their businesses it is not good.