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2nd Corinthians 5 outlines the Almighty’s Word, or His campaign for the reconciliation of the world. The Lord Jesus Christ’s life, death and resurrection are its foundation and form the logical and heart-binding basis for our attachment to the great salvation of God. We become in Christ part of God’s new creation. The Apostle Paul urges his readers to take up this ministry of reconciliation as Chr...

How essential it is that we are renewed day by day. Just as our body needs physical food – so does our mind. This is one of the points in Paul’s 2nd letter to the Corinthians. His life is under a lot of stress, far more than others. He says, “we are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair, persecuted but not forsaken …” [4 v.8,9] Believers in some countries to...

In 2 Corinthians 3 Paul tells of God’s great work in him as an administrator of the new covenant in our Lord Jesus Christ. Unlike the Mosaic covenant that was written upon stone tablets, the new covenant is engraved on the fleshy tables of the heart. The mediator of the former covenant had to wear a veil over his face so that Israel would not perceive the transient nature of the glory which glowed...

‘Sanctified’ means recognized as holy, set apart from the commonplace; treating spiritual situations with all reverence. Far above all other considerations, this must be our spirit when we approach God. Our Leviticus reading today shows us the dramatic and disastrous result of a failure to do this. Think of the atmosphere at the tabernacle in the manifestation of the actual presence of God when “t...

2 Corinthians is often called Paul’s great letter of comfort. Chapter 1 tells us that one purpose of suffering is to render the sufferer a reservoir of compassion and comfort for others. The Apostle described his rock as the One who raised the dead (compare 1 Corinthians 15:32 – details can only be conjecture). The coming of Timothy with the news he carried about the response of the believers at C...

A @Christadelphians Video: **Video Description:** In this unscripted and thought-provoking discussion, join Daniel Blackburn and Paul Barnes as they dive deep into the latest global events through the lens of Bible prophecy. From the ongoing tensions in Israel and Gaza to the shifting dynamics in Ukraine and the impact of Donald Trump's policies, this conversation explores how current events align...

A @Christadelphians Video: In this powerful and thought-provoking Bible discussion, we dive deep into the divine shaping of the nation of Israel and how God’s hand is actively working in their history, present, and future. From biblical prophecies to modern-day events, discover how God is refining and molding Israel for His ultimate purpose. Join us as we explore key Bible verses, including **Isai...

A @Christadelphians Video: **Description:** In this powerful and unscripted Bible talk, we delve into the heartbreaking events surrounding Israel, the tragic loss of innocent lives, and the chilling parallels between ancient biblical narratives and modern-day conflicts. From the horrific events of October 7th to the desecration of the fallen, we explore how these moments echo the struggles of Isra...

We have been reading in Leviticus about the laws and offerings that were to come into operation now that they had made the Tabernacle with its Holy Place, altars and other furnishings. The clothing and rituals for the priests are very detailed and elaborate. Today’s reading (Ch. 8) is about how the LORD tells Moses to bring Aaron and his sons and assemble all the congregation to the Tabernacle. Th...

In Leviticus chapters 8-10 we are told of the consecration of the priests – Aaron and his sons. Chapter 8 describes the activities of the first seven days. Verses 1-13 tell of Aaron and his sons being robed and anointed. Verses 14-17 speaks of Moses offering the sin offering on their behalf. Verses 18-21 tells of Moses offering the burnt offering for the priests. Verses 22-30 their peace offering...

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: What will our Lord’s return be like? How will it happen? What will Christ do when he gets here? What is due to happen next in Bible prophecy? This series of studies will paint a clear vision of all the prophecy puzzle pieces that make up the glorious future that lies directly ahead! SummaryThe PRESENTATION discusses the theme of burdens and the importance of...

One of the problems in Corinth Paul had heard about, was “concerning spiritual gifts” [1 Cor. 12 v.1] This chapter and the next two show that the improper use of the gifts by some was a large problem. Of course, with the Gospels not yet in circulation, the existence of spiritual gifts had real purpose. Paul says that “the manifestation of the Spirit (was) for the common good. To one is given the s...

FAITH, HOPE and LOVE. 1 Corinthians 13 reveals that the infantile aids of the spirit gifts would cease once their objective of establishing a mature community of believers had been completed. This is the basis of his magnificent treatise on love; showing it to be the greatest and only enduring gift. Hope will vanish when it is realised in God’s Kingdom. Believing will have been completed in the re...

Psalm 103 is a very ‘popular’ Psalm because of its emphasis on the love and mercy of the LORD. It is very encouraging for those who struggle to feel ‘right’ before God – and isn’t that all of us at some stage(s) of our lives! We feel in our hearts the urgent need, despite our failures, to feel God is ‘on our side’ – even ‘by our side.’ There is one factor that is repeated in the Psalm that must no...

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: What will our Lord’s return be like? How will it happen? What will Christ do when he gets here? What is due to happen next in Bible prophecy? This series of studies will paint a clear vision of all the prophecy puzzle pieces that make up the glorious future that lies directly ahead! SummaryThe PRESENTATION explores the concept of Armageddon and the events le...

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: What will our Lord’s return be like? How will it happen? What will Christ do when he gets here? What is due to happen next in Bible prophecy? This series of studies will paint a clear vision of all the prophecy puzzle pieces that make up the glorious future that lies directly ahead! SummaryThe presentation discusses the concept of Armageddon, focusing on the...

In Paul’s 1st letter to the Corinthians we have come to where he refers to the memorial emblems, he stresses that their participation in these should be in a way that illustrates their unity. Paul has made several points very strongly in earlier chapters addressing issues that were seriously undermining their unity in Christ: their lack of harmony worried him very much. Their coming together to re...

In 1 Corinthians 11 Paul proves that our Almighty Sovereign’s purpose is evident in the creative work of His angels and the hierarchy that this established. God is supreme, a theme that will be expanded in chapter 15; under Him is His Divine Son – who stands as the head and archetype of the entire creation. Next, in the creative order comes the man, then the woman. Paul points out that there is a...

1 Corinthians 10 warns against idolatry. It was the root cause of the infant Jewish nation’s sins as they left Egypt under Moses. Paul explains that their experiences were typical of, and in common with, those of the believers; and hence a clarion warning lest we think we stand; yet fall through pride. Verses 1-5 contain a warning to the Corinthian believers against complacency since the experienc...

Love is, above all, an active quality; genuine love causes us to do things: it motivates our heart. Now, the things love causes us to do are not things we do out of a sense of obligation, there should not be occasions when we say, “I suppose I had better do …” especially when it comes to serving the Lord. Our meditations followed these lines as we read the start of 1 Corinthians Ch. 8. Verse 3 tel...

Exodus 38 describes the making of the two items of bronze furniture for the Tabernacle’s courtyard. It also tells of the making of the courtyard – its linen curtains, which separated the tent from the rest of Israel. The massive bronze laver (or basin) and the bronze altar of offerings were made by Bezaleel. That man also constructed the metallic fixtures for the linen curtains. The separating cur...

Today’s chapter in Paul’s letter to the Corinthians gives his views about specific situations occurring there. However, it contains principles which apply to believers of all ages. He is responding to “matters about which you wrote” [1 Cor.7 v.1] and his words are like hearing one side of a conversation. Corinth was a very immoral city and its idolatry and fleshly living created many problems and...

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: What will our Lord’s return be like? How will it happen? What will Christ do when he gets here? What is due to happen next in Bible prophecy? This series of studies will paint a clear vision of all the prophecy puzzle pieces that make up the glorious future that lies directly ahead! SummaryThe PRESENTATION delves into the prophetic vision of Christ's ret...

How remarkable is our Lord. In the 7th chapter of 1 Corinthians Paul told of the importance of marriage in faithful service. One husband and one wife is the Divinely designed arrangement. But marriage is not for all as the chapter outlines. Verses 6-7 indicated that a single person is better placed to serve God, provided their passion can be contained, otherwise marriage would seem essential ( ver...

What a personally stirring Psalm we have today in No. 94. The name of the Psalmist is not given but it “feels” very much like one of David’s. “When I thought, ‘My foot slips,’ your steadfast love, O LORD, held me up. When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.” [v.18,19] One of our greatest consolations come when we read God’s word every day and share our thoughts and fel...