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  1. Thought for March 10th. “SERVE HIM WITHOUT FEAR”

    19 HR AGO

    Thought for March 10th. “SERVE HIM WITHOUT FEAR”

    Today’s readings.. (Leviticus 17,18), (Psalm 19:41-80), (Luke 1)  These words are taken from the inspired speech of Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist.  Because he did not believe the angel who appeared to him in the Temple he had been made dumb, then when the child is born and there is pressure to call him Zechariah, the father’s “tongue is loosed and he spoke blessing God.  And fear came upon all their neighbours” [Luke 1 v.65]  The sense of ‘fear’ does not mean being scared or afraid, but to be in awe. Today’s chapter then tells us that “Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied …” [v.67]  It is a prophecy about the coming task of his newborn son “who will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways” [v.76] Compared to human expectations God’s time frame for action  is exceedingly slow: it had been some 400 years since God had sent the last prophet (Malachi) to his nation, but, as Zechariah now says, “the Lord God … spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets from of old, that we should be saved from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us …” [v.70,71] Because they rejected his Son, God delayed the fulfilment of this – to our days – but “time” from God’s perspective is so different; but isn’t it remarkable the deliverance that the re-born nation of Israel has experienced since 1948 in being “saved … from the hand of all who hate (them)”!! Deliverance needs to be assessed from several perspectives; there is deliverance from fear of evil men and deliverance from sin and death  John and then Jesus came to “give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.” [v.79]  How clearly are we seeing the “light” and letting it “guide our feet”?   There are so many traps these days as to where we can put our “feet” – in a spiritual sense of course. How many appreciated the “light”  they were seeing in the words of John and Jesus?  They all stumbled and fell.  By his grace, those with genuine hearts were pulled to their feet again.  May we have genuine hearts and clearly see the light, only then can we “serve him without fear.” .

    4 min
  2. The Christadelphians: #1 'What they Believe and preach' by Harry Tennant

    20 HR AGO

    The Christadelphians: #1 'What they Believe and preach' by Harry Tennant

    A @Christadelphians Video: This Audio Book by Harry Tennant (read by Paul Cresswell) invites us to pursue a path through the Word of God whilst examining the faith of a Christadelphian.It deals freely and in detail with the things which Christadelphians believe and do, and what their organisation and way of life are like.The community has borne the name Christadelphian since the latter half of the 19th century. The name is intended to cover three words: 'Brethren in Christ'. Christadelphians are to be found in countries all over the world. They are bound together by a common faith in the gospel preached by Jesus Christ and his apostles in the first century.It was this faith and its appeal to men and women from all walks of life which brought the community into existence.This series will clearly show how the Christadelphian faith rests squarely and solely on the Bible as the Word of God.And the true Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God - Romans 10:17.**[Revealing] Discover the foundational beliefs of the Christadelphians in this outstanding and insightful Bible talk by Harry Tennant. Based on his thought-provoking book, this expositional presentation provides a clear, Scripture-based guide to what Christadelphians believe and preach. Explore the coherent Biblical hope centered on God's purpose from creation to the coming Kingdom. A wonderful resource for sincere seekers of truth.****Chapters:**00:00 - Introduction: Contending for the Faith00:38 - The Pattern of Darkness Veiling Light01:01 - The Constancy of God's Word01:38 - The Need for a Guide to Scripture02:07 - The Book's Objective: Charting the Gospel03:56 - Forward by Michael Ashton04:04 - Invitation to Examine Christadelphian Faith04:48 - The Meaning of the Name "Christadelphian"05:20 - Foundation: The Bible Alone as God's Word06:05 - Key Historical Writings06:57 - Chapter One: The Fair Earth07:02 - Human Knowledge & The Unity of Creation08:33 - The Bible's Explanation of Origins09:37 - Consequences of a Godless Universe10:54 - Scriptural Testimony on God & Creation15:59 - The Ultimate Purpose: Earth Filled with Glory17:44 - Preview: Examining God's Purpose18:01 - Conclusion & Call to Action**Bible Verses Featured:**📖 Genesis 1:1📖 Job 38:4📖 Isaiah 40:21-22📖 Isaiah 40:28📖 Psalm 104:13-15, 24-25📖 Job 37:14-16📖 Job 38:31-32📖 Genesis 1:14-16📖 Psalm 19:1📖 Acts 17:24-28📖 Matthew 11:25📖 Revelation 4:11📖 Numbers 14:20-21**Tags:**Christadelphians, Bible talk, Harry Tennant, Christian faith, Bible study, Biblical teaching, Gospel, Creation, God's purpose, Scripture, Religious discourse, Christian community, Brethren in Christ, Biblical truth, God's kingdom, Bible basicsWe are a Christadelphian team, Brothers and sisters of Christ, and we're passionate about delivering powerful, Scripture-based content to strengthen and inspire your faith journey. If this presentation resonated with you, help spread the encouragement—share it with a friend today!

    18 min
  3. Thought for March 8th. “IF YOU ACCEPT A DIFFERENT GOSPEL”

    3 DAYS AGO

    Thought for March 8th. “IF YOU ACCEPT A DIFFERENT GOSPEL”

    Today’s readings.. (Leviticus 15), (Psalm 117,118), (2 Corinthians 10,11)  We are now nearing the climax of Paul’s 2nd letter to the Corinthians.  He becomes increasingly blunt in the way he expresses his thoughts:  having carefully reasoned out the true gospel and the need to live a Christ-like life he now bluntly challenges them: he says, “I am afraid that as the serpent deceived Eve by his cunning, your thoughts will be led astray from a pure and sincere devotion to Christ.” [11 v.3] Our awareness of that which is “pure and sincere” is only obtained by our ‘sincere devotion’  to God’s word, leading us to make every effort in keeping our thinking “pure” – as a foundation to maintaining true belief and behavior.  In the next verse Paul rebukes them for their lack of diligence in remaining true to their convictions of belief at their conversion –  “for if someone,” writes Paul, “comes and proclaims another Jesus than the one we proclaimed or if you receive a different spirit from the one you received, or if you accept a different gospel from the one you accepted, you put up with it readily enough.” Paul’s rebuke to them has had its parallels ever since his day.  There are those who “disguise themselves as servants of righteousness,” but says Paul, “Their end will correspond to their deeds” [v.15].        We can see in these verses that it is both “deeds” and believing a “different gospel” that were a problem in Corinth – and this has continued to be a critical problem ever since.  Our constant and diligent reading of God’s word is the best way for us to ensure we are “not led astray” and that we maintain, as with Paul, “the meekness and gentleness of Christ.” [10 v.1]

    3 min
  4. Thought for March 6th. “WE ARE THE TEMPLE OF THE LIVING GOD”

    4 DAYS AGO

    Thought for March 6th. “WE ARE THE TEMPLE OF THE LIVING GOD”

    Today’s readings.. (Leviticus 12,13), (Psalm 113,114), (2 Corinthians 5,6,7) We often think of the occasion the disciples showed Jesus the grandeur of the Temple (Mark 13 v.1,2). What was in their minds?  They, like their fellow Jews, were proud of it.  Jesus totally shocked them by saying it was all going to be destroyed!   Now in today’s reading in 2nd Corinthians (chs.5, 6 & 7) Paul shows how a new kind of Temple had been “erected”.   God seeks to dwell in a new ‘Most Holy Place’ and this development is the most important thing in the life of a believer.   Paul writes, “we are the temple of the living God, as God has said …” [Ch. 6 v.16]. He then quotes the words of God we will read later this month in Leviticus (ch.26 see v.11,12) of the blessings to come if they follow his precepts.   We specially notice God’s words to Moses that Paul felt he could ‘powerfully’ quote in his letter?  “I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them, and will be their God, and they shall be my people.  Therefore go out from their midst and be separate from them … then I will welcome you and I will be a father to you and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.” [v.16-18] What are they to go out from?  They had left the fleshpots of Egypt, but sadly many now wanted to return. Paul then paraphrases the words in Leviticus,  “since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit bringing holiness to completion in the fear (awe) of God” [Ch.7 v.1]  How incomplete is my holiness – we must each ask ourselves?   In recognising that our minds and hearts are the spiritual temple in which God seeks to live – indeed – is now living – we must each ask ourselves – what occupied my mind yesterday, will there be a change today in the things I think about and meditate upon?        It is vital that we are positive in reacting to this challenge – how utterly wonderful to have God in our very being, watching over us!   We therefore see how important it is that we read God’s word every day, for  isn’t that what should happen in “the temple of the living God.”

    4 min
  5. Watchman Report:#26 Calling all Christians, Choose Christ not Creed's! (19.33 min)

    4 MAR

    Watchman Report:#26 Calling all Christians, Choose Christ not Creed's! (19.33 min)

    A @Christadelphians Video: Description: If humans have immortal souls, what is the point of resurrection? The Bible is opened to discuss what God’s view of the human after-life is like. This thought-provoking Bible Talk presents an insightful and expositional examination of a core Christian doctrine: the resurrection of the dead. In this revealing report, we confront a widespread departure from biblical truth within modern Christendom. Are popular teachings about death and the afterlife based on the Bible or on human tradition? We go directly to the Scriptures to uncover the outstanding hope God offers through a future resurrection, a promise underwritten by the God who created us. This outstanding presentation clarifies what the Bible truly says about the state of the dead, the timing of judgment, and the wonderful hope of immortality granted only through Christ. Join us for this foundational study.*Chapters / Timestamps:*00:00 - Introduction: Examining Departure from Bible Truth00:48 - The Promise of Resurrection in Daniel02:06 - The Reliability of Scripture02:58 - Dying in Faith Without Receiving Promises04:12 - First Century Errors & Modern Misunderstandings05:32 - Judgment Follows Resurrection, Not Death06:47 - The Practical Example of Lazarus08:01 - Preaching Resurrection to a Pagan World09:07 - Christ: The First Fruits of Resurrection10:42 - The Critical Importance of Resurrection for Faith11:36 - The Origin of the "Immortal Soul" Teaching13:22 - The State of the Dead: Thoughts Perish14:43 - The True Christian Comfort in Death16:11 - The Importance of Correct Timing17:14 - The Charge to Preach Sound Doctrine17:55 - Conclusion: Resurrection is the Only Hope*Bible Verses Featured:*📖 Daniel 12:2📖 2 Peter 1:20-21📖 Hebrews 11:13📖 Matthew 22:29-30📖 2 Corinthians 5:10📖 John 11:43-44📖 Acts 17:31-32📖 1 Corinthians 15:20-21📖 1 Corinthians 15:16-18📖 Psalm 146:3-4📖 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14📖 2 Timothy 2:17-18📖 2 Timothy 4:1-3bible study, resurrection, state of the dead, biblical truth, watchman report, bible prophecy, gospel truth, christian doctrine, immortality, judgment, sound doctrine, biblical teaching

    20 min
  6. Thought for March 4th. “I WILL BE SANCTIFIED.”

    4 MAR

    Thought for March 4th. “I WILL BE SANCTIFIED.”

    Today’s readings.. (Leviticus 9,10), (Psalm 108,109), (2 Corinthians 1,2) ‘Sanctified’ means recognized as holy, set apart from the commonplace; treating a situation or place with all reverence.  Above all, this must be our attitude toward God.  In our Leviticus reading today we see the dramatic and disastrous result of a failure to do this.  Imagine being there with all the wonder of the tabernacle and the manifestation of the actual presence of God as worship in it began!  We read “the glory of the LORD appeared to all the people. And fire came out from before the LORD and consumed the burnt offerings … [9 v.23,24].  As a result human attitudes of reverence and humility should have been paramount.  The reaction at the time was totally understandable, “they shouted and fell on their faces” [v.24]. Aaron had 4 sons, all were involved in assisting their father and today’s chapter tells us how tragedy overwhelmed two of them.  In the way we speak today we might judge that their position of importance went to their head!  Nadab and Abihu “each took his censer and put fire in it and laid incense on it and offered unauthorized fire before the LORD which he had not commanded them” [10 v.1] The result was terrifying for they “died before the LORD” as fire from him “consumed them” [v.2]  Moses then says to Aaron, “Among those who are near me I will be sanctified, and before all the people I will be glorified” [v.3]   There is a vital lesson here for everyone who seeks to serve God and have a close relationship with him: this applies to Christians just as much as to Israelites. Several examples of a failure to do this come to mind.  One is the practice of christening of babies in many churches which is not mentioned in the Bible – or even hinted at – instead the followers of Christ practiced baptism, which is described as “an appeal to God for a good conscience” [1 Peter 3 v.21]  Another, is the teaching of people of a “different gospel” to “distort the gospel of Christ.” [Galatians 1 v.v.6,7]  Paul says, “let him be accursed” [v.9] who does that – and this is what happened to two of the sons of Aaron. A most important lesson for us as we follow Christ and the Apostles, doing so in ways which truly follow the example they set and the words they preached.

    4 min
  7. Thought for March 3rd. “LET THEM THANK THE LORD FOR …”

    3 MAR

    Thought for March 3rd. “LET THEM THANK THE LORD FOR …”

    Today’s readings.. (Leviticus 8), (Psalm 107), (1 Corinthians 16) Four times in our Psalms reading today (107) we come to a verse that requests a certain action.  “Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love , for his wondrous works to the children of men.” (v.8,15,21,31)    Then the Psalm ends with the statement, “Whoever is wise let him attend to these things: let them consider the steadfast love of the LORD.” So in being “wise” we get our minds to understand and appreciate the actions of the LORD in attending to – or responding to – the actions or inaction of human beings in the way they live their lives in the sight of God, whether they “see” their Creator – or blindfold themselves – or are simply indifferent toward him. When you think about it there are clear comparisons to that of children toward their parents as they grow up.  And of course there is often considerable failure,, especially these days, in the “wisdom” of human parents in the way they train their children,   But we are dealing with the wonderful divine parent, isn’t this the reason why we call him our “Heavenly Father.” Verse 17 states, “Some were fools through their sinful ways and because of their iniquities suffered affliction.”  We can see parallels in these words with life today.  Our world has totally ceased to look to God’s word; they have more or less abandoned belief in him and so the time will come, as verses 26,27 tells us,when “their courage melted away in their evil plight; they reeled and staggered like drunken men and were at their wits’ end.”   This is the spirit that is starting to ‘swamp’ our world more and more; with what astonishment will the world see divine action taking place to prevent humans from destroying God’s creation and, in the process, themselves.  The prophets warn of God’s ultimate actions, for example through Jeremiah he speaks of the time coming when “the LORD has an indictment against the nations; he is entering into judgment with all flesh … Thus says the LORD of hosts; Behold disaster is going forth from nation to nation …” [Ch.25 v. 31,32]    At that time as v.42 of our Psalm states, “The upright see it and are glad, and all wickedness shuts its mouth.”  Let us make sure we are among those who “thank the LORD … for his wondrous works”  in bringing peace out of utter chaos.

    4 min
  8. Thought for March 2nd. “BAD COMPANY RUINS GOOD MORALS”

    2 MAR

    Thought for March 2nd. “BAD COMPANY RUINS GOOD MORALS”

    Today’s readings.. (Leviticus 7), (Psalm 106), (1 Corinthians 15) We pondered why the above saying rather suddenly occurs in today’s very moving and oft quoted 15th chapter of 1 Corinthians.  Parts of this chapter are often read at funerals, it contains a powerful testimony to the certainty of resurrection and that “in Christ shall all be made alive” [v.22] eternally “at his coming” adding the qualification “those who belong to Christ” [v.23] We must not cease to “belong to Christ” but that is not the same as belonging to a group of believers, one can do that, but in one’s heart have ceased to belong to Christ – even though we have been baptised. Paul says that among the Corinthians, “some have no knowledge of God, I say this to your shame” [v.34]  He writes this immediately after making the point, “Do not be deceived, bad company ruins good morals.”  We are surrounded by people who do not believe in the God of the Bible, but that is not the same as having “no knowledge of God” in the sense Paul meant in this chapter.  Look how the Bible uses this phrase.  Read Proverbs 2 v.1-5 and note the “ifs” that lead to one having a “knowledge of God” and then the prayer of Jesus in John 17 v.3, 25.  In these and similar passages we see that in having a “knowledge of God” we must, as a result, have a real relationship with him. It is “bad company” that will undermine our “knowledge of God” and then destroy that relationship or prevent it ever happening. But what is “bad company?”  Today it occurs in dangerous and new ways.  Television provides us with “company” and much of it qualifies as “bad company”!  As we see badness multiplying in the world – often all around us – we recognise that TV is a powerful influence in this.  As a result human behaviour is displaying more and more selfish self-love and animal like instincts.  Over and above the effects of much that is on TV, most now have regular access to the Internet – which offers a whole range of opportunities for even worse “bad company.”  Returning to our chapter we notice the last 2 verses,  “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.  Therefore, my beloved … be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labour is not in vain.”

    4 min
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