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Tithing, November 20th, 2016

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Tithing, November 20th, 2016

Tithing     Central Thought: Tithe is commanded by God for Himself, and is holy to the Lord.   Hymn: “Sowing In the Morning” Text: Malachi 3:8-12; Proverbs 3:9-10     Tithing is a law that began during the time of Moses, Leviticus 27:30-34; Deuteronomy 14:22. The Levites, as commanded by God, used some of the tithes because they could not possess land of their own, Numbers 18:20-21.  However, during Malachi’s day the people were not paying tithes, so the Levites went to work to earn a living, thereby neglecting their God-given responsibilities of caring for the temple, Nehemiah 13:10-12, and for the service of worship. Tithe is reserved by God, for Himself, it is holy unto God, Leviticus 27:30. Tithe is an expression of God’s sovereignty over man, Deuteronomy 8:18.  Everything we have is form God; so when we refuse to return to Him a part of what He has given, we rob Him.  Do you selfishly keep 100% of what God gives, or do you return at least 10% towards helping to advance God’s kingdom?  It is important therefore that we do not ignore God’s command to give tithe of our income to His temple, as the people of Malachi’s day did and were cursed.  Recall that Abraham gave to Melchizedek, “the priest of the Most High God” tithes of all, Genesis 14:18-20.     Lesson Objectives: To define tithe. To examine the purpose of tithing. To know the consequences of not paying Tithes. To appreciate the blessings in tithing.   What is the Biblical history of tithing? -Tithing before the Law. Tithing was practiced 430 years before the Law of Moses: In Genesis 14:20, Abraham gave Melchizedech, king of Salem “tithes of all”. Also in Genesis 28:22, Jacob promised to give God the tenth if He spared his life and returned him safely to his father’s house. -Tithing under the Law. Tithing was commanded under the law, as we read in Leviticus 27:30, “tithe of the land, whether of the seed or of the fruit of the trees…”. In 2 Chronicles 31:4-6, Hezekiah and the children of Israel paid tithe.  Also we read in Nehemiah 13:10-12 that Nehemiah restored tithing as one of his steps towards revival in the land.  In Malachi 3:10 the people were commanded to “bring all the tithes…” -Tithing in the New Testament. In the New Testament, references were made to the act of tithing in the Old Testament: and it was commanded, Hebrews 7:1-10; Luke 11:42.  The Lord Jesus Christ, while teaching on the kingdom of Heaven, did not condemn tithing in His rebuke of the Scribes and Pharisees for omitting “weightier matters of the law”, Matthew 23:23.  Apostle Paul also taught that God ordained support of ministers in the Kingdom work, 1 Corinthians 9:7-14; Galatians 6:6; Hebrews 7:5.   What are the purposes of tithing? Under the Law of Moses we gain insight to some of the purposes of tithing. From Numbers 18:21-24-26; Nehemiah 10:37, 12:44; Deuteronomy 14:27-29, we understand that because of the work which the Levites (the Priesthood) do, the tithe is their inheritance.  Also through tithing there will be “meat” in God’s house, Malachi 3:10, bringing support to the work of God in general.  Furthermore, tithing honors God, Proverbs 3:9-10.  Thus, from the tithes, God ordained that...

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Christian Conduct, Part 2, 11/14 – 11/19, 2016

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Christian Conduct, Part 2     Memory Verse: Matthew 5:14 – “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid.”     Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Let your light shine. Matthew 5:16 Tuesday: Not slothful in business.  Romans 12:11 Wednesday: Pay your tributes (rates/taxes). Romans 13:6 Thursday: Thy word have I hid in my heart.  Psalm 119:11 Friday:  Daniel purposed in his heart that he will not defile himself.  Daniel 1:8 Saturday: Overcome evil with good.  Romans...

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Christian Conduct, Part 2, November 13th, 2016

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Christian Conduct, Part 2     Central Thought: The Christian is led by the Spirit of God to be a righteous model to the world in all things.   Hymn: “When We Walk With the Lord” Text: Daniel 6:1-5; Matthew 5:13-16; Romans 12:10-21     There are lifestyles befitting of a child of God, there are words that are apt and proper and conducts that show forth the praises of God. These we must desire to know and faithfully uphold.  The Christian is not at liberty to live anyhow.  He is constrained by the Spirit of God to be a righteous model to the society in all things.     Lesson Objectives: To discuss some attitudes the Christian must embrace in life. To explain what the attitude of the Christian should be towards civic and social issues. To discuss the consequences of little errors and benefits of good conduct.   Discuss some attitudes usually exhibited in good conduct. Romans 12:10-21 There are acceptable behavior patterns and character that is befitting of a Christian, both in personal life and in official life. The child of God is expected always to manifest holiness, truth, hard work, intelligence, calmness and cordiality.  He represents heaven, and every step of his, is a life-message to those beholding on what Christianity stands for.  He must be careful not to imitate the craftiness of unbelieving colleagues and friends.  He is to exhibit inner joy at all times, patience towards opposition, be emphatic in rejecting sinful offers, and be gracious in victories.  He is to picture God as part of his daily walk, and as the One to please in all things.   What should be the attitude of the Christian towards civic/social duties? Romans 13:1-7 These are duties relating to the activities of government and people of a geographical area. The Christian must show interest in the good of the society and should be ready to conscientiously contribute towards its attainment.  The Christian and the church are stakeholders in the events of our environment.  The pollution and corruption in some sectors of our economy or politics is attributable to the preponderance of stack unbelievers in these sectors.  Christians must also be vocal in their advocacy for righteousness and better society. The Christian should learn to respect their parents, elders, seniors both in church and society, as he tries to please God.   What are the consequences of “small” errors and compromises in Christians conduct? “Small” errors of misconduct, on the part of a Christian, may lead to great consequences. Some of such consequences are pride, shame, disappointment, “polluted” testimony, guilt, backsliding, insecurity, etc. The little things we do wrongly can lead a soul to hell, or contribute to lawlessness and crime in the society or empower some other evils. Above all, there is the danger of hell fire for those involved in conducts that do not glorify God.   What are the benefits of good Christian conduct? When we order our lives in good Christian conduct, several doors of blessings are opened to us and the church. The door of soul-winning and salvation is enlarged to receive souls in genuine surrender to Christ and God. We are counted for integrity and as custodians of truth in our environment.  God is pleased with us and He marks...

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Christian Conduct, Part 1, 11/7 – 11/12, 2016

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Christian Conduct, Part 1     Memory Verse: Matthew 5:14 – “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid.”     Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Let your light shine. Matthew 5:16 Tuesday: Not slothful in business.  Romans 12:11 Wednesday: Pay your tributes (rates/taxes). Romans 13:6 Thursday: Thy word have I hid in my heart.  Psalm 119:11 Friday:  Daniel purposed in his heart that he will not defile himself.  Daniel 1:8 Saturday: Overcome evil with good.  Romans...

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Christian Conduct, Part 1, November 6th, 2016

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Christian Conduct, Part 1, November 6th, 2016     Central Thought: The Christian is led by the Spirit of God to be a righteous model to the world in all things.   Hymn: “When We Walk With the Lord” Text: Daniel 6:1-5; Matthew 5:13-16; Romans 12:10-21     Today, we live in a world where evil is fast taking over in virtually every sphere of the society, and to live righteously is becoming old-fashioned to many. Evil is getting wider acceptance , and portends to be the norm in many climes.  People who profess Christianity are sometimes caught up in this web, trying to feel the action.  Genuine believers are terribly embarrassed by the response of peers and colleagues to issues of Godliness.  Despite all these, the child of God still remains the mirror, the salt, the light and the hope of the world that is speedily marching on the path of damnation.  He must shine as light on a table at night, and a city set on a hill.  His conduct and lifestyle is Holy Spirit-driven, and his focus is on eternity.     Lesson Objectives: To identify the guiding principles of Christian conduct. To give scriptural examples of good conduct. To identify conducts that the Christian must abhor. What are the guiding principles of Christian conduct? There are principles that serve as benchmark to the child of God in his choices of conduct and lifestyle. Some of the prominent ones are listed below. -The word of God. This is the direct manual for human existence, put in place by God. It is our number one guide in our choices in live, Psalm 119:105; Hebrews 4:12. -The nature of God. We are expected to draw inference from God’s nature of love, holiness and justice, and to practice the same in our own lives, 1 Peter 1:15-16. -The leading of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is our companion in all issues of life, to instruct and to guide us on the path that is pleasant to God. The Holy Spirit can never lead us to do contrary to the word of God, John 16:13; Romans 8:14. -The conscience. The conscience of a regenerated man is a positive force that ensures decency and godliness, Acts 24:16. For the unbeliever, the conscience is usually ruled by selfish desires. These are some of the guiding principles behind the decisions of a Christian. As for the unbeliever his principles are usually governed by societal norms and personal interests.   Give some scriptural examples of good conduct. Here are a few examples of believers whose conduct were exemplary and worth emulating: -Noah, Genesis 6:8-9. He was a just man who feared God, obeyed Him and was hardworking. -Abraham, Genesis 12:1-5. He believed God tenaciously, was selfless, hospitable, Genesis 18:1-8, and obedient to God. Joseph, Genesis 39:1-9. He was a talented youth, who know god and trusted in Him.  He was diligent in duty, God fearing and had a forgiving heart. -Daniel, Daniel 1:8, 6:1-28. This was a man with disciplined appetite, intelligent, of few words, humble in authority, had an excellent spirit and whose loyalty to the king was dictated by the fear of God. -Dorcas, Acts 9:36-39. She was a disciple at Joppa who was outstanding in good works, alms deeds and...

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 4, Judgement, 10/17 – 10/22, 2016

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 4, Judgement, 10/17 – 10/22, 2016

Preparing for His Coming, Part 4 Judgement     Memory Verse: Revelation 21:7 – “He that overcometh shall inherit all things: and I will be his GOD and he shall be my son.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Judgement is sure. Acts 17:31; 2 Corinthians 5:9-11 Tuesday: He who does not believe in Christ is condemned. John 3:16-18 Wednesday: Believer’s works will be judged and rewarded. 1 Corinthians 3:11-15 Thursday: Various rewards for saints. 2 Timothy 4:8; Revelation 2:7, 11, 17, 26 & 28; Revelation 3:5, 12 & 21 Friday: Live soberly. 1 Peter 5:8 Saturday: Be fervent in spirit doing the work of the LORD. Luke 19:11-27; Romans...

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 4, Judgement, October 16th, 2016

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 4, Judgement, October 16th, 2016

Preparing for His Coming, Part 4 Judgement     Central Thought: …it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgement.   Hymn: “When the Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound” Text: John 5:22-30; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15; Revelation 20:11-15     It does not appear popular anymore to talk of a “judgement day” in the future, in which the entire world will be judged by God. People tend not to believe that one day; they must render account to God for their time here on earth.  The lifestyle displayed by many today does not suggest that they are expecting that a day of reckoning will dawn sometime in the future.  This attitude is ironical because in day to day life, people are usually expected to render account for one thing or the other.  For example, at the end of a school term or semester, students write examinations which are used to judge their performance.  Men ought to expect too that at the end of life on earth, God will ask them to give an account of how they had lived on the earth. However, the Bible states emphatically that judgement is inevitable and awaits all, “it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgement”, Hebrews 9:27. It therefore makes sense to be prepared for the Lord’s coming.  Although everyone will be judged, believers will however face judgement without fear of condemnation, Romans 8:1.     Lesson Objectives: To understand what judgement is, who is to be judged and who will be the Judge. To understand the basis and nature of GOD’s judgement. To know some of the rewards believers, the Saints, will receive after judgement. To know how we, the believers, ought to conduct ourselves in anticipation of judgement.   What is judgment? Simply stated, judgement can be considered to be a time or situation when someone is called upon to give an account of his/her stewardship for the purpose of assessing his/her performance. In Biblical context, judgement refers to the time god will require everyone to give account of his stewardship here on earth. Usually the day this will happen is referred to in Scripture as “Judgement Day”.  In Acts 17:31 we read, “Because He has appointed a day, in which He will judge the world in righteousness by that man Whom He has ordained”.  Every human being who has passed through this world will face GOD’S judgement, 2 Corinthians 5:10; Hebrews 9:27; 1 Peter 4:15-19.  It is obvious form scripture that GOD will judge the world through the LORD JESUS CHRIST, John 5:22; Romans 2:16; 1 Corinthians 6:2-4; Hebrews 12:23. It is instructive to note that believers and unbelievers will be judged separately. The judgement of believers will be for the purpose of rewarding them for the service rendered to God on earth.  This will be after the rapture that is between the rapture and the Second Advent.  It will take place at the Judgement seat of CHRIST in Heaven, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15; 2 Corinthians 5:10.  As stated in Dake’s Annotated Bible, P. 177 New Testament, believers will be judged concerning: -Doctrines, Romans 2:14-16, Romans 14 -Conduct to others, Matthew 18; Romans 14 -Carnal traits, Colossians 3; Romans 8:1-13 -Words, Matthew 12:32-37 -Things that affect others; slander, quarrels, idle words,...

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 3, Consequences of Missing the Rapture, 10/10 – 10/15, 2016

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 3, Consequences of Missing the Rapture, 10/10 – 10/15, 2016

Preparing for His Coming, Part 3 Consequences of Missing the Rapture     Memory Verse: Luke 21:36 – “Watch ye therefore and pray always that ye may be accounted worth to escape all these things that shall come to pass and to stand before the Son of Man.”     Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Rapture – a reality. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Tuesday: Good Christian conduct. Romans 12:8-21 Wednesday: Maintain holiness. 2 Peter 3:13-18 Thursday: Keep heaven in focus. 1 John 3:1-3 Friday: Watch and pray. Matthew 25:1-13 Saturday: Be actively involved in the LORD’s work. Matthew 25:14-30; Luke...

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 3, Consequences of Missing the Rapture, October 9th, 2016

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 3, Consequences of Missing the Rapture, October 9th, 2016

Preparing for His Coming, Part 3 Consequences of Missing the Rapture     Central Thought: Every believer should be ready for the rapture.   Hymn: “When the Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound” Text: Matthew 24:21-24; Romans 11:25-31     The coming of the LORD is a biblical fact. The rapture, which will occur first, is a coming in the air; when the saints meet the Lord in the air, takes them back to heaven with Him, present them to the Father where they remain during the time the tribulation is running its course on the earth, 1 Thessalonians 3:13; John 14:1-3.  The marriage super and the judgement of the saints take place in heaven.  The rapture is different from the second advent of the LORD.  At the second advent, after the tribulation, the LORD and the saints leave heaven together to come down to the earth, 2 Corinthians 5:10; Revelation 19.  Therefore, the rapture is the time the LORD comes for the saints to take them to heaven while the second advent is the time He comes from heaven with the saints to the earth to live here and fulfil a mission. After the rapture while the saints will be with the LORD in heaven, there will be untold woes going on in the earth for unbelievers and “believers” that missed the rapture. The consequences of missing the rapture will be grave. The purpose of this lesson is not to prepare us, believers, for the events on earth after the rapture but rather to warn us of the terrible times that will be on earth after the rapture and to encourage us to take our faith more seriously. The great tribulation, an event after the rapture, will be so terrible that the LORD Himself described it as, “…a time of greater horror than anything the world has ever seen or will ever see again”, Matthew 24:21. Dear believer, this is not the time to play church or be half-heartedly committed to the LORD; the times we live in call for a total consecration, commitment and a whole hearted practice of our faith.     Lesson Objectives: To understand the consequences of missing the rapture. To know what the great tribulation is and what characterized it. To know how some events of the present day world compare with event of the great tribulation. To understand how to live in view of the soon return of the LORD.   What are some of the consequences of missing the rapture? The rapture is an event which every believer should look forward to with great expectation. The rapture can occur any moment and this should make the believer be in a state of preparedness always.  However, and unfortunately, some persons who call themselves believers may miss the rapture.  The consequences of missing the rapture are grave. A major consequence of missing the rapture is having to experience or pass through the period of the great tribulation. The great tribulation is a time of great horror upon the earth.  It will be a horrifying experience for anyone to be on the earth during the time of the great tribulation. Also, there will be great apostasy after the rapture, obviously arising from the trials and persecutions of th great tribulation. At the rapture of...

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 2, The Catching Up Of The Saints, 10/3 – 10/8, 2016

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Preparing for His Coming, Part 2, The Catching Up Of The Saints, 10/3 – 10/8, 2016

Preparing for His Coming, Part 2 The Catching Up Of The Saints     Memory Verse: 2 Peter 3:14 NIV – “So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with Him.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: His coming will be sudden. 1 Corinthians 15:51-52 Tuesday: We shall be changed. 1 John 3:2; 1 Corinthians 15:52 Wednesday: Not all will be taken. Matthew 24:40-41 Thursday: The Lord is being patient with us. 2 Corinthians 3:8-10 Friday: The dead in Christ will rise first. 1 Corinthians 15:52; 1 Thessalonians 4:16 Saturday: We are to be encouraged by these words. 1 Thessalonians...

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