Holiness

Faith in God

michael — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 06:49:04 +0000

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit

michael — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 14:56:10 +0000

It is now time in our series of foundational studies to consider the Holy Spirit, and especially, the Baptism in the Holy Spirit, also referred to be some as "the Baptism of the Holy Spirit" although this is not technically correct. This subject forms part of the foundational doctrine of baptisms (see Hebrews 6:2). read more »

Spirit, Soul and Body - the Tripartite nature of Man

michael — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 15:00:30 +0000

"Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit, soul and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ."
(1 Thessalonians 5:23)

"And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being [nephesh – soul]."
(Genesis 2:7) read more »

What to Do if Feeling Guilty Due to Sin

michael — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 07:09:51 +0000

I am a Christian but I have sinned . I feel guilty. What can I do?

If you know what your sin is, and you feel guilty, thank God for it. This is God's way of helping you to see the need for change in your life. The good news is that you can be forgiven by God. read more »

Bible Studies, Articles, Teachings of the Word of God

michael — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 09:11:33 +0000

Bible Teaching - Answers on Important Questions in the Christian Faith

Various articles covering diverse subjects are listing in the categories below. Some are teachings from the Bible and others are articles based on a Christian world view which analyze and critique various opposing philosophies and ways of thinking. read more »

Call to Fasting

michael — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 04:54:48 +0000

The difference between what our Christianity ought to be and what it actually is in our day comes down to a lack of prayer and fasting. We plan to do something about that. See my challenge at the end of this article.

Fasting for Personal Freedom read more »

The Nature of God

michael — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 16:32:18 +0000

The Issue of Worship

In the previous lesson we saw that the Bible is God’s word to us and speaks with the authority of God to us regarding many things. One of the most important revelations we can receive from the Bible is the character of God. The Bible tells us what God is like - his attributes, his ways in dealing with mankind, his heart. Our traditions, preconceptions, experiences and reasonings do not always tell us the truth about God. The Bible does however. read more »

Renouncing Freemasonry

michael — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 11:53:21 +0000

PRAYER OF RELEASE FOR MASONS AND THEIR DESCENDANTS

If you or someone you love is a descendant of a Mason, I recommend that you pray through the following prayers from your heart. Don't be like the Masons -please read it through first so you know what is involved. It is best to pray aloud with a Christian witness or counsellor present.

"Father God, creator of heaven and earth, I come to You in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son. I come as a sinner seeking forgiveness and cleansing from all sins committed against You, and others made in Your image. read more »

Basic Witnessing

michael — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 18:10:06 +0000

INTRODUCTION

These days, its not hard to find plenty of things to do. Even as Christians, we may find ourselves under constant pressure to do so many things. Bills to pay, business to do and family commitments all take time. The worries of life may be crowding into our minds.

Meanwhile, the emphasis of the church is normally upon attending more meetings. Church services, prayer meetings, conventions, choir practice, youth nights, board meetings - the list goes on and on. read more »

Prayer of Consecration from John G. Lake

michael — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 18:25:40 +0000

Dear Heavenly Father, I come to you boldly in Jesus' name. Take me as I am. I now give myself - my heart, my mind, my body, my time, talents and treasure to you. Fill me and possess me. I renounce all sins, self and satan. Jesus, sanctify me. Cleanse me, purge me, purify me. Your will be done in my life, on earth as it is in heaven. Let me manifest a faithful spirit, a pure mind and a sickless body to your glory. Amen.

Thanksgiving for Answered Prayer from Psalm 119

michael — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:41:04 +0000

Thank you Lord that you do not let me wander from Your commandments.
(Psalm 119:10)

Thank you Lord that you teach me Your statutes.
(Psalm 119:12)

Thank you Father God that you deal bountifully with me that I may live and keep Your word.
(Psalm 119:17)

Thank You Father God that You open my eyes, that I may see wonderful things from Your law.
(Psalm 119:18)

Thank You Father God that You do not hide Your commandments from me.
(Psalm 119:19)

Thank You Father God that You remove from me reproach and contempt as I keep Your testimonies. read more »

Deliverance from the Evil One

michael — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 12:04:14 +0000

Through knowledge the righteous shall be delivered (Proverbs 11:9). See also Turning Curses to Blessings | Spiritual Warfare and Breaking Curses

Table of Contents read more »

How to Bounce Back from Losing your Ministry - Chapter 3 - Lion in a Pit on a Snowy Day

michael — Fri, 14 May 2010 08:09:14 +0000

How to Bounce Back from Loss of Ministry

A lion in a pit on a snowy day

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On Christian Contemporary Music and Christian Rock

michael — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 07:22:04 +0000

"The disciple is not above His Lord. If we want the joy of Christ, we must do what Christ did. For Him, satisfaction was not the result of finding some Christian pleasure to compete with the world's pleasure. It was not a question of being entertained by church performances instead of secular performances. Christ does not compete by promising a religious equivalent of what the world offers, pleasure for pleasure. It is completely different. The pleasure of Christ is the will of God and its enactment. read more »

Repentance from Dead Works

michael — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 06:59:09 +0000

Introduction

In previous lessons, we have seen the wonderful provision that God has made for us through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We have seen that this work of God for us was designed to reverse all the effects of man's rebellion against God. All the bad things that we deserve were put on Jesus at the cross, while all the blessings of the Kingdom that belong to Jesus we share in through the cross and the resurrection. read more »