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A @Christadelphians Video: Description: A logical and interesting look at what science can and cannot explain. God is Spirit and science tries to explain the natural world. But Gods’s word instructs us to look at the beauty and intricacies of the natural world as proof that it is beyond human understanding. # Summary Does science disprove God? The discussion explores perspectives on creation, fait...

 Our thoughts today flowed on from yesterday’s.  We read King Hezekiah’s prayer and then Isaiah’s prophecy as recorded in 2 King’s 19.  History continually repeats itself, human powers constantly rise, wane and fall; we have seen that with such as the British Empire.  The ‘picture’ in this chapter is how the boasting of the Assyrians would evaporate like the morning mist.  Hezekiah’s prayer (v.14-...

What is it to trust – and to show your trust by your actions?  That is, specifically, in the LORD as your God? We read in 2 Kings 18 today of an outstanding King who came to the throne in Jerusalem, “and he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, according to all that David his father had done.” [v.3] He is seen to be a genuine descendant of David, a really worthy king, his immediate father, A...

A @Christadelphians Video: 5. On the night before he died, Jesus concentrated on the needs of his disciples. Now in heaven, Jesus is not an advocate, pleading with God for us. He is pleading with our spirit, in order to defeat Sin in our nature.. ### SummaryLiving for others is essential in a self-centered world, as exemplified by Jesus' life and teachings.# Highlights- 🌍 The world is increas...

A @Christadelphians Video: 4. Trust in money to get more possessions leaves no time for God. In His mercy, our Father chooses individuals to join His family. ### Highlights - The challenge of serving God vs. materialism is especially relevant for younger generations. 💡 - Accumulating wealth can lead to neglecting spiritual commitments. 💰 - Decisions made in youth can shape spiritual priorities f...

Our 3 readings today have, in a sense, a common theme.  Luke ch. 3 gives us the message that John the Baptist preached in the wilderness; but first we noted his opening 3 verses.  Luke was a real historian and he gives details of 5 different Gentiles who were in power when John began his preaching. Sceptics in the 19th Century, emboldened by the new evolution theory, searched into secular history...

A @Christadelphians Video: 3. When we learn how much God loves us, and what Jesus did to save us, we are motivated to act with love towards other people. ### Summary Living as a member of God's family means embracing love over law, understanding God's love, and applying it in our lives and relationships. # Highlights - ❤️ Emphasizing God's love as foundational to our faith. - 📖 Unders...

What thoughts are provoked in your mind as you read the Bible?  We keep many of our thoughts to ourselves, especially if they are “disturbing” thoughts.  Today we read in Luke ch. 2 of something that was to happen “ so that the thoughts from many hearts may be revealed ” [v.35] Who said this to whom?  The man who said it is only mentioned in this chapter of the Bible.  His “name was Simeon, and th...

A @Christadelphians Video: 2. God forgives our sins because we are wanting His way of life and are wanting angels to help in our training ground of family life. ### Highlights - 💖 Understanding God's love is foundational for our lives in Christ. - 🕊️ A fear-based relationship with God can lead to judgment of others. - 🤝 God desires a compassionate relationship, not one based on fear. - 📖 Th...

Today we begin reading the Gospel of Luke. A chain reaction of thoughts was triggered as we read of the dramatic appearance of an angel to Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist.  All the people were “praying without at the hour of incense.”  Presumably this was the  ninth hour  as we recall that Peter and John went up into the temple “ at the ninth hour,  the hour of prayer” (Acts 3 v.1 and 10...

A @Christadelphians Video: 1. God loves us as His children because we are in Christ. God wants us to trust Him and learn to live as members of His family. Summary Jim Styles emphasizes God's love as the foundation for a meaningful relationship with Him, urging believers to reflect this love in their interactions with others. Highlights - ❤️ God's love is central to our faith. - 🕊️ Fear-bas...

We made reference yesterday to those who “measure themselves” against each other  – and how this is seen in  attitudes in such as politicians.  We now read in Corinthians of Paul’s comments of the things he could boast about – if he wanted to.     The final chapters illustrate that boastful attitudes were still a problem at Corinth, they also illustrate that Paul had come to realize he should be t...

It is human nature to constantly draw comparisons between “us” and “them.”  This is particularly evident in the “game” of politics.  Paul, as he starts to draw his 2nd letter to the Corinthians to a conclusion, expresses concern about certain influences upon them which were not spiritually healthy. He writes, “the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have power to destroy strongholds” [...

Yesterday we started reading the book of Ezekiel.  He is a priest (1 v.3) and is with those taken into captivity and placed by the Babylonians “by the Chebar canal” [v,3].  Jerusalem and the Temple have not yet been destroyed, indeed we calculate from the dates given, that its’ destruction is still about 18 years in the future.  Those in captivity with Ezekiel are setting their hopes on being able...

Today we read 3 short but remarkable chapters in 2nd Corinthians. Paul has learnt through the coming of Titus the blessing that spiritual life and attitudes are improving in Corinth. He writes, “God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the coming of Titus, and not only by his coming but also by the comfort with which he has comforted you, as he told us of your longing, your mourning, your z...

The purpose of this article is to look at some of the details in the promises to Abraham and see how they have been and will be fulfilled. Abraham was promised his descendants would be as numerous as the dust of the earth, as the sand on the sea shore, and as the stars of heaven. These statements are not just saying the same thing three times using different language, but each of these statements...

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: As far as God is concerned, clothing was designed to represent humility and separation. We find that the Bible starts with nakedness and ends with appropriate clothing. God's view of modesty expected in a worshipper, as outlined in the Bible, is explored. Consideration is given to the roles of men and women as symbolising Christ and his Bride."Highl...

A @Christadelphians Video: This two-part presentation was prompted by comments made on line by female Christian writers on the subject of nudity and dress codes. The comments were discovered by the presenter during research on the subject of modesty. In the opinion of these writers ‘there is no dress code’ in the Bible. Furthermore, given that God at creation pronounced Adam and Eve ‘very good’ in...

A @Christadelphians Video: Summary: Hezekiah’s faith and challenges are paralleled with the Philippian jailer’s experiences, emphasizing the importance of trust in God amid trials. Highlights 🙏 Hezekiah’s faith saved Jerusalem from Assyria. 📜 Babylon’s influence warns against religious complacency. 💔 Personal battles, like Hezekiah’s leprosy, are crucial. 👑 Hezekiah, the “captain of my people,...

A @Christadelphians Video: Summary: Hezekiah, facing the Assyrian threat, inspires courage in his people by reminding them of God’s power, emphasizing faith over fear. Highlights 🛡️ Hezekiah rallies his people to be strong and courageous against the Assyrians. 📖 He draws on scripture to comfort the fearful, showing the power of faith. 💪 “With us is Yahweh” emphasizes reliance on God over human s...

A @Christadelphians Video: Summary: Hezekiah’s early reign was marked by significant reforms and leadership, focusing on restoring worship in Jerusalem amidst the threat of Assyria. Highlights 🏛️ Hezekiah began temple restoration on his first day as king. 🎉 The Passover was celebrated in the second month, showcasing unity and devotion. 🙌 Hezekiah appointed the priests and Levites to ensure prope...

A @Christadelphians Video: Summary: Hezekiah’s reforms in Judah emphasize returning to faith, the importance of unity, and the call for repentance among Israel’s tribes. Highlights 📖 Hezekiah gathers leaders for spiritual reform and sacrifices in the temple. 🎶 Levites are appointed to lead worship with musical instruments, restoring traditional practices. ✉️ Letters are sent to Israel and Judah...

A @Christadelphians Video: Summary: Hezekiah, son of Ahaz, reformed Judah by restoring true worship, emphasizing reliance on God, and cleansing the temple, contrasting his father’s failures. Highlights 📖 Hezekiah’s reign began after Ahaz, focusing on reforming worship. 🔑 Hezekiah opened the doors of the temple, restoring true worship. ✝️ His mother, Abby, played a crucial role in his faith devel...

A @Christadelphians Video: from The 2024 Mid-Atlantic Christadelphian Bible school Summary Ahaz, the wicked king of Judah, led the nation into darkness by shutting the doors of the temple and following the sinful practices of Israel, ultimately neglecting true worship. Highlights 📖 Ahaz began his reign at age 20, ruling for 16 years without following Yahweh. 🔥 He engaged in terrible practices, i...

A @Christadelphians Video: Description: King Manasseh was a king who set about hating God and trying to fight against Him and His prophecies. He brought great evil and idolatry into the nation of Judah. Despite this, God still worked with him. He caused the Assyrians to take Manasseh captive to the city of Babylon. While Manasseh was in prison, he prayed to God, God heard him, and was released and...