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[Catarina]

ahhhh...the scent and deliciousness of fresh baked bread from the throne of grace... thank you, Mary! Cat~

[Determinedtolose]

Originally Posted by CurveControl

But there are many conflicting verses in the Bible.
Many different translations of the Bible.
Many ways to interpret them.

Even different Pastors at Different churches (denominations) I have been to do not always interpret the same scripture the same way.

It has been my experience that The Holy Spirit reveals what I need when I need it from whatever scripture I read.

Hi CurveControl,
I just wanted to respond to what you said above that may help you to understand the bible.
There are no conflicting verses in the bible, everything written in it dovetails together. Because God is sovereign and He used man to write the bible the way He wanted it done.

Now, the reason why it may seem conflicting is because there are several dispensations that have taken place in the bible. Dispensation means that God has issued to man different plans, although God never changes, He changed plan for man.

So for instance when you read in the Matthew, Mark, Luke or John and even in the OT you'll see where tithing is done. But you don't read about it in Romans, through Philemon, that's because God changed plans when Saul was converted on the road to Damascus and became Paul.

God gave Paul, the Apostle to the believing Gentile a new gospel:

Ephesians 3
1For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles,

2If ye have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me to you-ward:

3How that by revelation he made known unto me the mystery; (as I wrote afore in few words


Romans 1:15-17

15So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also.

16For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.

17For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.


So now, we are under grace and not the law. The law has no affect us to those who believe in the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Corinthians 15
1Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;

2By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.

3For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;

4And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:


Romans 3:27-29

27Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? of works? Nay: but by the law of faith.

28Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.

29Is he the God of the Jews only? is he not also of the Gentiles? Yes, of the Gentiles also:

So we have here that we are not under the law, but under grace. But being under grace doesn't give us a license to sin. We don't become sinless, but we sin-less.

Okay, so, back to the conflicting part, lol. The tithing is under the law, that is what God commanded the Israelis to do, while under the law.

But with the revelation that Paul was given by our Lord we are free from the law.
Paul never say's anything that we are to tithe, what he does say's is that we are to be a cheerful giver and to give out of the abundance of our heart.


2 Corinthians 9:6-8
6But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.

7Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.

8And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:


What does that say?

So if you take and compare scripture with scripture, you'll see where God stays the same, but changes the plan for man.

I hope that helped!!! This is what I believe and know is the truth. If you study Romans through Philemon, you'll see the revelation that God gave to Paul for the belivers. . .the Body of Christ!!!

[CurveControl]

Thank you

[Star123]

God is on the move today and is doing amazing things in these last days. Despite the horrific things that are happening around the world, God is alive today and showing his mercy, by healing and delivering people by the power of God.

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Devotional: And Signs and Wonders Follow

Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. He is the same Jesus that did the miraculous miracles 2000 years ago, and is still doing it today. I truly believe that!!! There are some christians who believe that the miracles that Jesus did, were for that period and time only. But the bible says different,

"Later Jesus appeared to the Eleven as they were eating; he rebuked them for their lack of faith and their stubborn refusal to believe those who had seen him after he had risen.

He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the good news in all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned." Mark 16:14-16 NIV.

[Note what Jesus says next],

"AND THESE SIGNS WILL ACCOMPANY THOSE WHO BELIEVE; IN MY NAME THEY WILL DRIVE OUT DEMONS; THEY WILL SPEAK IN NEW TONGUES; THEY WILL PICK UP SNAKES WITH THEIR HANDS; AND WHEN THEY DRINK DEADLY POISON, IT WILL NOT HURT THEM AT ALL; THEY WILL PLACE THEIR HANDS ON SICK PEOPLE, AND THEY WILL GET WELL." Mark 16:17-18 NIV.

What a promise!!! These signs will follow those who believe in the name of Jesus. They will do what Jesus did and will get results. We who believe in the name of Jesus today, will get results.

These signs will follow those who believe: You will drive out devils; you will speak in new tongue; you will be able to pick up snakes and not be harmed; if you drink deadly poison by accident, you will not be harmed; and you will place your hands on the sick and they will recovery... in the name of Jesus!!!

God BLess,

[Catarina]

AMEN and amen! Thanks, Tammy... you know people who say the miracles have passed away cannot convince someone who has seen or personally experienced a miracle. I think in the coming revival we will see awesome and unusual miracles. I personally have had several miracles since I've known the Lord and have been used by Him to heal the sick, and cast out demons. I've seen people's lives so changed by the power of His Name.
I once layed hands on an elderly man at Walmart who had no pulse and was white as a sheet. He had had a heart attack and the people were waiting for the ambulance...but it was pretty obvious that he was gone. I asked his wife if I could pray for him and after a few minutes he sat up and began talking. He was not just unconscience... there was a nurse there who could find no pulse... and, well... you know you can tell when somebody is gone... no color, no breath... I believe God raised him from the dead. Cat~

[Pcola Girl]

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Question: "Does God still perform miracles?"

Answer: When God performed amazing and powerful miracles for the Israelites, did that cause them to obey Him? No, the Israelites constantly disobeyed and rebelled against God even though they saw all the miracles. The same people who saw God part the Red Sea later doubted whether God was able to conquer the inhabitants of the Promised Land. Read the account in Luke 16:19-31. In the story, a man in hell asks Abraham to send Lazarus back from the dead to warn his brothers. Abraham informed the man, “If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be convinced even if someone rises from the dead” (Luke 16:31).

Jesus performed countless miracles, yet the vast majority of people did not believe in Him. If God performed miracles today like He did in the past, the same result would occur. People would be amazed and would believe in God for a short time. That faith would be shallow and would disappear the moment something unexpected or frightening occurred. A faith based on miracles is not a mature faith. God performed the greatest miracle of all time in coming to earth in the Man Jesus Christ, to die on the cross for our sins (Romans 5:8), so that we could be saved (John 3:16).

God does still perform miracles - many of them simply go unnoticed or are denied. However, we do not need more miracles. What we need is to believe in the miracle of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.

Another important concept to understand is the fact that the purpose of miracles was to authenticate the performer of the miracles. Acts 2:22 declares, “Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know.” The same is said of the Apostles, “The things that mark an apostle — signs, wonders and miracles — were done among you with great perseverance” (2 Corinthians 12:12). Speaking of the Gospel, Hebrews 2:4 proclaims, “God also testified to it by signs, wonders and various miracles, and gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to His will.”
We now have the truth of Jesus recorded in Scripture. We now have the writings of the Apostles recorded in Scripture. Jesus and His apostles, as recorded in Scripture, are the cornerstone and foundation of our faith (Ephesians 2:20). In this sense, miracles are no longer necessary, as the message of Jesus and His apostles has already been attested to, and accurately recorded in the Scriptures.

Yes, God still performs miracles But like said before, most go unnoticed in the world today.

[Star123]

Originally Posted by Catarina

AMEN and amen! Thanks, Tammy... you know people who say the miracles have passed away cannot convince someone who has seen or personally experienced a miracle. I think in the coming revival we will see awesome and unusual miracles. I personally have had several miracles since I've known the Lord and have been used by Him to heal the sick, and cast out demons. I've seen people's lives so changed by the power of His Name.
I once layed hands on an elderly man at Walmart who had no pulse and was white as a sheet. He had had a heart attack and the people were waiting for the ambulance...but it was pretty obvious that he was gone. I asked his wife if I could pray for him and after a few minutes he sat up and began talking. He was not just unconscience... there was a nurse there who could find no pulse... and, well... you know you can tell when somebody is gone... no color, no breath... I believe God raised him from the dead. Cat~

Catarina, amen sister!!! I believe what you say is true and no one can convince me otherwise. I've heard reports around the world that God is moving with signs and wonders, healings and raising the dead. He is the same, yesterday, today and forever. There is power in his name. God is on the move today, in this generation 'cause time is running out.

Take care,

[Star123]

Hi Ladies,

Mary, thanks. I had a great birthday!!! Hope you're feeling better today. My Dad will probably come out of the hospital today. He was admitted last wednesday morning and the operation went well. They had to monitor his progress and had to keep him until now, but he will probably be sent home sometime today. Thanks for all your prayers!!!

Godsbeloved, Diana and those I missed!!!

God Bless,

[Catarina]

Happy Birthday, Tammy...
hope your dad is feeling better. Blessings...Cat~

[Pcola Girl]

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Sorry I did not get here yesterday but my hubby and I was gone most the day and when we got home I was dead tired. While we were riding in our truck down the road we got on the subject of Peter and the Rock which Jesus was to build His church.
I thought this would be a interesting study for today. Hope you enjoy.
God Bless.
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Some have said that Peter the "rock" on which Jesus will build His church. Letsw see what our Bibles tells us.

Matthew 16:13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, He began asking His disciples, saying, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" Matthew 16:14 And they said, "Some say John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; but still others, Jeremiah, or one of the prophets." Matthew 16:15 He said to them, "But who do you say that I am?" Matthew 16:16 And Simon Peter answered and said, "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God." Matthew 16:17 And Jesus answered and said to him, "Blessed are you, Simon Barjona, because flesh and blood did not reveal this to you, but My Father who is in heaven. Matthew 16:18 "And I also say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades shall not overpower it."

The Greek word for Peter is petros, meaning "a pebble." The Greek word for rock is petra, meaning "a massive rock" such as bedrock. Jesus is the Rock, petra. Everyone who receives this revelation from the Father like Peter received it-that Jesus is the Son of God (Lord and Savior)-becomes a part of His Church.

Christ used the word petra when He told the parable of the man building a house upon a rock to illustrate its size. Matthew 7:24-25 "Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine, and acts upon them, may be compared to a wise man, who built his house upon the rock (petra). And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and burst against that house; and yet it did not fall, for it had been founded upon the rock (petra)." Jesus was talking about building upon bedrock, not a pebble.

The apostle Paul tells us that Jesus is the foundation upon which we build our lives: 1 Cor. 3:11 For no man can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.

The apostle Peter also informed up that every believer is a "stone" and that Jesus Christ is the "cornerstone" or foundation. 1 Peter 2:4-6 And coming to Him as to a living stone, rejected by men, but choice and precious in the sight of God, you also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. For this is contained in Scripture: "Behold I lay in Zion a choice stone, a precious cornerstone, and he who believes in Him shall not be disappointed."

Every believer is a stone in Christ's Church. Peter was not the rock, but just one of many who are a part of this spiritual house of worship.

[Determinedtolose]

Good morning!

I was wondering if any one has read Galatians lately? I was reading it this morning and saw something interesting. Here it is:

Galatians 1


6I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:

7Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.

8But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.

9As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.

10For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.

11But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.

12For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.

13For ye have heard of my conversation in time past in the Jews' religion, how that beyond measure I persecuted the church of God, and wasted it:

14And profited in the Jews' religion above many my equals in mine own nation, being more exceedingly zealous of the traditions of my fathers.

15But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother's womb, and called me by his grace,

16To reveal his Son in me, that I might preach him among the heathen; immediately I conferred not with flesh and blood:

17Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus.

18Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to see Peter, and abode with him fifteen days.

19But other of the apostles saw I none, save James the Lord's brother.

20Now the things which I write unto you, behold, before God, I lie not.

21Afterwards I came into the regions of Syria and Cilicia;

22And was unknown by face unto the churches of Judaea which were in Christ:

23But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.

24And they glorified God in me.

. . . .and then this:

Galatians 2
7But contrariwise, when they saw that the gospel of the uncircumcision was committed unto me, as the gospel of the circumcision was unto Peter;


Think about what gospel Paul is talking about and why Paul made a distinction between his gospel and Peters' gospel.

[LaRae]

There are two gospels - the dispensation of Law that was given to Moses by God to Israel (the same gospel that was taught during Jesus' earthly ministry to Israel, the Kingdom Gospel) and the dispensation of Grace given to Paul by God for the Gentiles (the Gospel of Grace). We are in the age of Grace now but when we are removed in the rapture, the tribulation will begin and once again, the Kingdom Gospel will be taught again as in the days of Moses.

Understanding the "right-division" makes the Bible so easy to understand. During the Kingdom Gospel, Israel was to "repent and be baptized" as a nation according to Acts 2:38, but under Grace, we only have to accept and believe as in Ephesians 2:8,9. It really is Faith Plus Nothing! What a gift!

[Pcola Girl]

I know its late here on Wednesday night but I wanted to let you know that I will not be here tomorrow.
It is my birthday and my hubby and I are planning to take off for the day and won't get in until late, so I will see you all on Friday.
God Bless.

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Here is some more study and some answers to Galatians 1. Hope it helps explains things some to you.
We are in the age of Grace. Its our faith in God thats gives us Grace. This is the gift from God to all His people.

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Gal 1:1,2 Paul, an apostle— sent not from men nor by man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— and all the brothers with me, To the churches in Galatia:

If people don't respect you, they're not going to listen to you. Thus in many of Paul's letters from the outset he establishes his credentials and often throughout his letters he'll remind his readers of his authority and his background with them. This is particularly the case in Galatians where he is in competition with false teachers over the hearts and minds of the Galatian Christians.

Why should we listen to Paul over that of the opinions of other preachers and theologians down through history? One relatively unique credential he had was being called as an apostle directly by Jesus Christ, his testimony of that event being affirmed in the book of Acts. And this in contrast to the lesser credentials of those who may be called by men - like missionaries sent out from a church. But in fact his opponents of the group of the circumcision didn't even have those credentials. For while they may have come from the church in Judea, apparently they had not been officially sent.

Notice also that despite his credentials, Paul also speaks of his letter coming from a fellowship of brethren - these also giving credence to his claims.
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A Gospel Presentation
Gal 1:3-5 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Consider the content and emphasis of this brief presentation of the gospel message.

vs 1 spoke of the resurrection of Christ from the dead - which is always included in a gospel presentation. (1Cor 15:3,4) giving physical evidence affirming its truth. Here he speaks of Jesus Christ as Lord - who died for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age. The gospel has to do with deliverance from sin. Through Christ's blood we are delivered from the guilt which sin incurs to our account. But also having been justified we will be delivered from the evil inherent in this present age. Perhaps Paul reminds them of this fact because the Christians were getting too caught up in the things of this age and had lost perspective on eternal things.

Col 3:1,2 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
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A Different Gospel
Gal 1:6,7 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you by the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— which is really no gospel at all. Evidently some people are throwing you into confusion and are trying to pervert the gospel of Christ

This is primarily what Galatians is about - defending the true gospel from false imitations.There are many who through denominational allegiance and indoctrination have been trained to gullibly accept whatever they hear rather than subjecting the ideas to scrutiny, as John instructed, "Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world." 1John 4:1 In fact one of the tests of right doctrine is to compare it against the standard set by the apostles, as John also said, "We are from God, and whoever knows God listens to us; but whoever is not from God does not listen to us." 1John 4:6 Thus we'll find in Galatians the apostle Paul contrasting his gospel with that of the false teachers.

I bet that many of the Galatians hadn't realized that they were turning away to a different gospel. That's the way it often is. Of those Christians who believe a false gospel even today, most think that they are believing the gospel testified to by the apostles. Most don't realize they've been led astray. Paul uses words here like "I am astonished" and "quickly deserting" to wake them up.
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Let them be Anathema
Gal 1:8,9 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let him be eternally condemned! As we have already said, so now I say again: If anybody is preaching to you a gospel other than what you accepted, let him be eternally condemned!

Obviously once again Paul is trying to wake Christians up to the seriousness of this matter. The gravity of his words and the fact he repeats this curse twice shows just how seriously he takes this matter. Getting the gospel right is an extremely serious matter upon which the eternal souls of men hang. And thoses who teach and preach will be judged more strictly as James says, "Not many of you should presume to be teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly."James 3:1 For false teachers not only condemn themselves, but drag others along to hell as well, much like Jesus said of the Pharisees, "woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, because you shut off the kingdom of heaven from people; for you do not enter in yourselves, nor do you allow those who are entering to go in." Mt 23:13 And the false teachers Paul was referring to were much like the Pharisees in their doctrine. "Watch out and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees." Mt 16:6
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Pleasing Men
Gal 1:10 Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ.

Some preachers are just too concerned about their popularity to say what needs to be said. But if you examine the rhetoric of Jesus and Paul, among others, you find that they didn't seem to care about issues of popularity. They weren't trying to please people. They didn't seem to care whether what they said would "turn people off" because they knew that those who appreciate the truth would listen.

If your objective is to please people; if your objective is to make people like you; then you're not being a servant of Christ.
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Man-made
Gal 1:11,12 I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man made up. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ.

Paul was not taught the gospel from the other apostles. He was not only called uniquely and personally by Jesus Chris, he was also taught directly by Jesus Christ. The other apostles had been witnesses to Jesus' ministry and Jesus' teachings while on earth. Thus the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John contain a great deal of historic content. While Paul preached the same gospel as they, his content was primary theological - propositional truth told him by the resurrected Christ.

The reason why he brings this up is to pit himself against the circumcision who might falsely claim that they had second-hand knowledge of their gospel through Peter and John from the church at Jerusalem, whereas they may claim that Paul had no such contact with them. This will be an on-going subject for many verses.
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Paul's Past Life
Gal 1:13,14 For you have heard of my previous way of life in Judaism, how intensely I persecuted the church of God and tried to destroy it. I was advancing in Judaism beyond many Jews of my own age and was extremely zealous for the traditions of my fathers.

You would think to bring up his sinful past - particularly his persecution of the church would have been counter-productive in his defense against these false teachers. But in fact by this he shows that he knows where they are coming from, having had the same zeal as they for things like circumcision and the legalistic keeping of the law.

So before criticizing your opposition, show that you know where they are coming from, that have some experience dealing with them, or at least have studied their point of view.
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Revealing his Son in me
Gal 1:15-17 But when God, who set me apart from birth and called me by his grace, was pleased to reveal his Son in me so that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not consult any man, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to see those who were apostles before I was, but I went immediately into Arabia and later returned to Damascus.

Paul was not an after-thought in God's plan. From birth God had set Paul apart, preparing him for his ministry even prior to his conversion. And after he was called in Acts 9, Jesus began to dwell in him, of which he'll also mention in Gal 2:20 saying "Christ lives in me." His revelation of the gospel - his gospel message - came from Christ who dwelt in him. He didn't have to go somewhere else to learn of Christ. He didn't have to go to Jerusalem to have the other apostles tell him about Christ. For wherever he went, Christ was with him. In fact he started to preach his gospel in Damascus - prior to even meeting to other apostles.

He says this not only to contrast his credentials with that of the false teachers who had no personal relationship with Christ, but also this was an important contrast his his gospel with that of the circumcision - namely that the gospel is about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, as Jesus also mentioned in his prayer in John 17:3 "Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent." And in his invitation in Rev 3:20 "Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me."
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Paul's Brief Visit
Gal 1:18-20 Then after three years, I went up to Jerusalem to get acquainted with Peter and stayed with him fifteen days. I saw none of the other apostles— only James, the Lord’s brother. I assure you before God that what I am writing you is no lie.

This event probably corresponded to what was recorded in Acts 11, when Paul and Barnabus went to deliver a gift to the saints in Jerusalem.

Essentially he's saying that after 3 years preaching the gospel given to him prophetically, then he had a short visit to Jerusalem - of the apostles only seeing Peter. James, though a major player had not been one of the Twelve, but was worthy of note, being the half-brother of Christ, growing up with him, and being one of the church leaders in Jerusalem. This is to say that they had no impact on his gospel - as he will go into further detail later about this trip.
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An Unprecedented Conversion
Gal 1:21-24 Later I went to Syria and Cilicia. I was personally unknown to the churches of Judea that are in Christ. They only heard the report: "The man who formerly persecuted us is now preaching the faith he once tried to destroy." And they praised God because of me.

Once again Paul establishes the fact that he didn't get his gospel second-hand through the churches of Judea. Furthermore the fact that he was preaching the faith that he once denied indicates that he seriously must have scrutinized the faith, being well aware of all the possible objections. People that come to faith under those circumstances often end up having well thought out convictions concerning those ideas of which they had formerly been hostile.

Though it's ashame that the churches of Judea hadn't taken to Paul. Afterall one of the reasons why they didn't know him personally was because, despite the fact they praised God for his conversion, they were reluctant to know him. And they were suspicious of his doctrine due to their prejudice against Gentiles - (yes, against Gentile Christians). They could have learned alot from Paul. The Christian life can be like that. One can miss out on a blessing because of some unjustfied prejudice one may hold against some other Christian.

[Determinedtolose]

I know about Paul and his gospel, I can't say I agree with everything that you posted Mary. The author of that teaching is in error in some of his writings.

For instance, Paul did not teach the same gospel as Peter or the 12 Apostles because the gospel of grace was still hid in Christ. Pauls gospel had to do with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. What Peter and the other 11 taught was the kingdom gospel. Meaning Jesus was their Lord and King and would rule on earth when He comes back.

Peter taught the gospel of Jesus Christ as He was on earth. Repent and be baptized for the remission of sins. But Paul taught the heavenly gospel, where our promises are spiritual and in the heavenlies. But the Jews are earthly promises.

There is so much more to this and it's so fasinating when you really know how to rightly divide the word of truth. The bible is so easy to understand.
Because our Lord wanted us the Believer, the Body of Christ to know His spiritual truths and "to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery" Eph 3:9

[Star123]

Hi Ladies,

Mary, Diana, and LaRae too, thanks for sharing what you know about the gospels of the bible. We are so privileged to be able to divide the word of God. This is a time of great study and insight. And I believe that God is giving us this opportunity to really know him for who He is, and what He stands for.

Yes, there are two gospels in scripture. But I believe that Paul's gospel is the most important one to follow, now that we're in the last days. Because time is running out my friends. Jesus is coming back soon and sooner then you think!!! He will come when you think it not and will not delay!!! When you're not looking for him He will show up. We truly need to be ready!!! So lets make every effort to be good ambassadors of God and his word. Being able to rightly divide the word of truth to anyone who asks.

Lets be ready my friends!!! So that when He comes in the Clouds of Glory, we will be able to show him how faithful we have become, knowing that we have done our part in spreading the gospel of Christ to the world.

Prayer: Father in Heaven, you have given each of us special abilities to fulfill your purpose and to do our part in spreading the gospel of Christ to the world. Teach us to rightly divide the word of truth wisely and give us spiritual discernment of what is being taught to us through your word. Make us ready for we don't know the hour or time when you return. Neither do the angels nor your son Jesus, but only you Oh Lord. Make us ready, that we will stand firm in the faith and welcome your coming in Christ Jesus our Lord and Savior, amen. :a prayer:

God bless,

[LaRae]

Star, I, too, believe that the Age of Grace is coming to an end with the rapture in sight! I believe that Christ will "split the blue" very soon taking the Body of Christ in the twinkling of an eye.

When the Gentile woman came to Christ, asking for his help, he stated that he came to the House of Israel, and she had to ask again and again. He was emphasizing the fact that He came to fulfill the Law as prophesied for Israel. The Gentiles had 2,000 years to come to faith before the Law was given to Israel. Then when Israel rejected Christ, He turned again to the Gentiles and the time of the Gentiles is coming to an end again!

Then God will once again deal with Israel during the Tribulation and the Kingdom Gospel will be preached throughout the world.

Diana is so right when she says that the Bible is so fascinating and amazing when we learn to "rightly divide".

Every day the world is closer to the end time events, so be ready, my friends.
Christ paid the price, and all you have to do is believe in His death, burial and resurrection. There is nothing we can do to earn salvation - only have faith plus nothing!

[la.lady]

Thanks ladies for the scriptures. I will study more on this when I get back home...

Have a very blessed, God filled Day !!!!

[Pcola Girl]

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"Gods Church Is Like A Loving Mother"

The Scriptures describe the characteristics that set apart God's Church as unlike any other. Part of its uniqueness comes from the unconditional love of God present in its members: "By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have lovefor one another" (John 13:35).

God's love is like a mother's love for her children, but God's love goes much deeper. God's true Church conducts herself as a caring mother toward her children.

Old Testament Israel was thought of as a mother and her citizens as her children. The Bible uses the term mother to illustrate the love of God for His sons and daughters (2 Corinthians 6:18). "As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you ..." (Isaiah 66:13). Describing the way he and other elders had served the Church, Paul wrote, "But we were gentle among you, just as a nursing mother cherishes her own children" (1 Thessalonians 2:7).

Paul symbolically characterized the Church of God as a mother (Galatians 4:26). In Revelation 19:7 the Church is seen as the betrothed bride of Christ. Clearly God, through His merciful, loving instructions, has provided His children with a nurturing environment through the Church.

The Church of God has the caring characteristics of a loving mother. A mother has an innate desire to nurture and protect. However, those nurturing and protective abilities are limited by the fact that she is human, made of flesh. Members of the Church of God know and understand, however, that God is the source of the Church's spiritual love. The apostle John equates God with love: "For God is love" (1 John 4:8). He defines what God's love is: "For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome" (1 John 5:3).

The Ten Commandments, recorded in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5, summarize how we are to love God and our fellowman. Jesus distilled them into two great commandments: "'You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.' This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself'" (Matthew 22:37-39). These two great commandments embody the love of God. They are exercised in an outgoing and protective way. Members of the Church of God strive to practice this godly love.

The Church's members follow the example set by their Savior, Jesus Christ (Matthew 5:38-48). They are concerned with two great priorities: placing God first in their lives and loving their neighbor as they do their own lives (Matthew 22:36-40). Though not perfect, members of the Church of God live by and reflect the love of the Eternal God. They teach the love of God—His outgoing concern for others—embodied within the gospel of Christ.