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Luke chapter 8 begins by naming some of the women who accompany our Lord and his Apostles. Among them was Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod’s nobleman (consider some of the difficulties this may have occasioned – perhaps very similar to Obadiah, the steward of Ahab; who had fed 100 of Yahweh’s prophets during the great drought). The Parable of the Sower is taught, as the basis of understanding all of...

“Everyone who comes to me and hears my words and does them, I will show you what he is like” [Luke 6:47] There follows the story of a man carefully building a house and digging deep and finding a rock on which to base foundations. So when all was complete “a flood arose, the stream broke against that house, and could not shake it because it had been well built” [Luke 6:48] Now this parable begins...

Luke 7 begins with the healing of a faithful and loved Roman Centurion’s servant. The Centurion had built a synagogue for the Jewish people – most likely in Capernaum. As a man in command and also under the authority of Rome he saw our Lord Jesus Christ as the emissary of God. Jesus announces that the Centurion’s faith exceeded any faith that could be found in Israel. This man was truly the seed,...

Psalm 128 talks of the blessing to those who reverence their God and walk before Him in the paths of righteousness. The labours of the faithful will be productive and their will blessings on family life. But the ultimate blessing is peace ie fellowship with our Sovereign in the Kingdom Age; for says the Psalm, the blessings flow from Zion (Isaiah 2 verses 1 to 4). Psalm 129 tells us that the path...

The Apostle Paul told Timothy, “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.” [1 Tim 1 v.15] That salvation was only possible through his sacrifice on the cross, a sacrifice that brought an end to all the sacrifices of animals and the use of their blood on the altar that we have been reading about in Leviticus. But that was not the only reason Jesus came into the wo...

Luke records in his 5th chapter the call of fishermen to become Jesus’ Apostles. Peter, Andrew, James and John were mending their nets, but they are miraculously given an incredible catch when they obey our Lord. Their job from now on was to catch men for the Gospel. We too are charged to catch men and women for the kingdom: Mark 16:15-16. The chapter records the next miracle as the curing of a le...

Today we completed reading the 176 verses of Psalm 119. What impressed us was how often the Psalmist stresses the value of knowing God’s word. There is no point in reading God’s word if what we read has no effect on us. We read today, “The unfolding of your word gives light; it imparts understanding …” [v.130] and leads to the plea for God’s help to “keep steady my steps according to your promise,...

Leviticus chapters 21,22 describe laws in relation to the Priesthood. Verses 1,6 tell us that the High Priest, because he represents the LORD, was not to mourn the death of any friend (or relatives) except for his immediate family. Verses 7 and 8 tell us that the priests were limited in their choice of a marriage partner. Verse 9 spoke of the holiness that was needed amongst the priest’s family. V...

The abominable practices with exhortations to avoid them. Verses 1-5 offering children unto Molech Verses 6, 27 people with familiar spirits and wizards Verses 7-8 exhortation to manifest God’s holiness Verse 9 dishonouring parents Verse 10 adultery Verse 11 affair with father’s wife Verse 12 affair with daughter-in-law Verse 13 homosexuality Verse 14 bigamy within the same family Verse 15 sexual...

The intensity of spiritual thought to be found in Psalm 119 invites our deepest reflection and meditation. The Psalmist is contemplating how the reality of his relationship with God penetrated all spheres of his life. As we read this Psalm it impels us to treasure God’s word as the springboard of all our really worthwhile meditation. “How sweet are your words to my taste. Sweeter than honey to my...

Leviticus 19 can be summarised in one verse. Verse 19 of this chapter says, “You shall love your neighbour as yourself”. This is sometimes called the golden rule – stated another way it could be said, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”. In the New Testament Jesus highlighted this teaching in Matthew 22:36-40. Paul explains it in Romans 1:8-10; and James describes it as the royal l...

SummaryBrother discusses the connection between the pure river from Zion and the restoration of Eden, emphasizing the significance of living waters in the future kingdom.

In Luke 2 we have the record of the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. The whole world was turned upside down by the decree of Caesar Augustus that there must be a census. This required vast movements of people to their ancestral homes. Joseph and his heavily pregnant wife, Mary, are caused to go to Bethlehem. When there was no room in the inn (Chimham’s lodging house from the time of king David) the...

SummaryThe PRESENTATION explores the profound concept of immortality and the divine family of God. It discusses the two stages of God's plan: the first fruits, or Saints, who are glorified at Christ's return, and the total divine family at the end of the Thousand Years. The speaker emphasizes the importance of envisioning our future immortal existence, drawing on scripture to illustrate th...

Today we started reading Psalm 119. The longest ‘chapter’ in the Bible. The phrase “whole” arrested our attention, it is in v.2,10 & 34 in today’s portion. The point comes across most powerfully that the real way to approach God is to do it with all our being, with total commitment of mind. Verse 2 says “Blessed are those who keep his testimonies who seek him with their whole heart, who also d...

In Luke 1 the beloved doctor (not an Apostle) gives his account. Luke sets out in order of happening of events in the life of our Lord Jesus Christ. The written account is to Theophilus – a name meaning ‘a lover of God’. Some have suggested that Theophilus was a high ranking Roman official. Whether this is true or not, the book is addressed to us, as lovers of God. Verses 5-18 tell of Zacharias, t...

SummaryThe PRESENTATION discusses the concept of the Judgment seat of Christ, emphasizing its significance in the process of inheriting the Kingdom. It challenges traditional fears surrounding judgment, asserting that God desires acceptance and forgiveness rather than punishment. The speaker explores various doctrinal interpretations, the nature of judgment, and the importance of understanding God...

Those suffering with leprosy in Bible times were expected to cry out “Unclean, unclean” (Lev. 13 v.45) so that people would know not to touch him or her for fear of contagion. Today’s reading in Leviticus 15, might seem rather boring, but it has valuable lessons on cleanliness of which the world was ignorant until about 200 years ago. The word ‘Leprosy’ in Leviticus covers a multitude of skin infe...

In 2 Corinthians 12 we are told about visions that the Apostle Paul had 14 years before the writing of his letter. The “visions” were so real that Paul was unsure as to whether he was actually there, or it was just a dream-like revelation. The experience empowered him to deal with his severe trials, for which he earnestly beseeched God three times in prayer to remove. Each time he receives from th...

SummaryThe PRESENTATION discusses the significance of resurrection in Christian belief, emphasizing its essential role in fulfilling God's promises. It explores the resurrection of both the just and the unjust, the events leading up to it, and the assurance provided by scriptures. Key themes include the comfort of the resurrection, the timing associated with it, and the hope of eternal life fo...

2 Corinthians 10 tells us that the battle for Christ’s soldiers is in the realm of their mind – a spiritual warfare designed to bring every thought into captivity to Christ. The great Apostle answers his critics who claim that he could cogently argue, but was a weak orator. Paul promises to sort these foes out when he comes to Corinth. Commendation from the tongue of humans is worthless. The Apost...

Paul’s letters to the Corinthians are the most detailed and intimate of all that he wrote to places he had visited. It is evident as we read chapters 8 & 9 of his 2nd letter that he has built up a close relationship and understanding with them. He tells them of the believers in Macedonia, of which Philippi and Thessalonica are principal cities and their “readiness” in serving the Lord. Then he...

SummaryThe presentation titled "G0@ T=Inheriting the Kingdom #1 'Called to His Kingdom and Glory'" explores the concept of the Saint Community and their role in God's Kingdom. The speaker aims to challenge existing perceptions about salvation, the unique calling of believers, and the overarching purpose of God in creating a community that reflects His glory. Emphasis is place...

In 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 Paul encourages extreme generosity in giving support to the poor believers of Jerusalem. He says that generosity is of our Heavenly Father, who provides unstintingly for all of His children. Consider this, all we have is God’s anyway; and not our own. When we give it is only what He has first given us. And if we feel we cannot give then think again. Our Heavenly Father is...

The points Paul makes to the Corinthians in his 2nd letter are very thought provoking – but really Jesus made the same point – it all comes down to the fact that those who give minimal priority to genuine spiritual things have a different set of values from those who give them a high priority. In the outworking of those values in daily life it becomes clear (to God) what our main priorities are, w...