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The Roman Epistle to the Church #7 Rom 5: 1-13 Neil Woodbury
In chapter 5 we find the Apostle teaching that: being justified out of faith, we have peace with God through the Lord Jesus Christ. Sometimes I wonder if the world of many Christian people have forgotten these points. 1. Apart from the blood of Christ – men live in war with the God of Heaven – lost! 2. Only through Christ and being born out of above through the will of the Father can anyone truly have peace with God.
I. Glorying in tribulations! a. Read Rom. 5: 3-8 b. Tribulations maketh patience; patience worketh experience; experience, hope maketh not ashamed. All through the Love of God. c. Salvation is offered to the ungodly, NOT on their terms – but through Christ alone and God’s terms of Pardon. God’s love towards mankind.
II. Saved from God’s wrath, through Christ’s blood a. Read Rom. 5: 9-13 b. Only those covered by the Blood of Christ will be saved from God’s wrath; this is the condition of being “In Christ”. c. Joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ!
Jesus Begins His Ministry #8 Luke 7: 1-10, 11-17 Neil Woodbury
In the 2 passages in Luke 7 that we will be studying today, we see the delegated power of the Father in Heaven upon His Son Jesus of Nazerath.
I. Jesus Rewards the faith of the Centurion a. Read Luke 7: 1-10 b. The Centurion (commander of 100 men) believed Jesus could heal his bondsman with a word (v. 7). How many Jewish people thought the same as the Roman Centurion? c. Read Heb. 11:6; “Without faith, it is impossible to please God” – so why is mankind at war with God? “They don’t believe His Word” II. Jesus has compassion on the mother of the dead son. a. Read Luke 7: 11-17 b. They glorified God – so clearly seen the power of God through Jesus His Son, the Messiah. This is the witness from Heaven.
Jesus Begins His Ministry #3, Luke 5: 1-11 - Neil Woodbury
Introduction: In the early days of Jesus ministry, he was in Galilee. He was delivering the message of the nearness of the Kingdom of God, with many miracles through words spoken in the authority of God.
I. Jesus speaks with Authority and Power A. Read Luke 4: 31-37 B. Define ‘authority’ and ‘power’ C. Jesus is God’s Messiah
II. Jesus, the purpose and deeds of the one sent from Heaven A. Read Luke 4: 38-44 B. Jesus must travel all across the land of the Jews – for all must hear the message. C. Read Luke 5: 1-11; The gathering of the first disciples – fishers of men.
Jesus Begins His Ministry #2, Luke 4: 31-44, 5: 1-11 - Neil Woodbury
Introduction: In the early days of Jesus ministry, he was in Galilee. He was delivering the message of the nearness of the Kingdom of God, with many miracles through words spoken in the authority of God.
I. Jesus speaks with Authority and Power A. Read Luke 4: 31-37 B. Define ‘authority’ and ‘power’ C. Jesus is God’s Messiah
II. Jesus, the purpose and deeds of the one sent from Heaven A. Read Luke 4: 38-44 B. Jesus must travel all across the land of the Jews – for all must hear the message. C. Read Luke 5: 1-11; The gathering of the first disciples – fishers of men.
Jesus Begins His Ministry, Luke 4: 13-32 Neil Woodbury Introduction: When Jesus returned from the Jordan area John had baptized him, he hasted in the wilderness – where Satan tempted Him – to no avail. Now it was time to begin His work of teaching the covenant people of God, the the Kingdom of God was at hand. This was prophesied long ago: Isa: 61: 1-3 1. Jesus returns to Galilee A. Read Luke 4: 13-15 B. Glorified of the people (to be recognized, honored, praised) C. The presence of God’s anointed one – would all know Him? 2. Jesus the fulfillment of the Prophets writings Read Luke 4: 16-22 3. Jesus is rejected in Nazareth A. Read Luke 4: 23-32 B. Why did they doubt Him?
Israel Fulfilled, 1 Peter 2: 9-10 -Neal Woodbury
Introduction: The Lord’s Church is a sublime assembly – fulfilling the purpose of God for mankind.
The Old Testament confirms the Apostles message concerning the Christians.
And all this bringing Glory to the Father and the Son of God that all may know!
The Ancient Pattern of the Faith # 6, Philip. 4: 10-23 Neal Woodbury Introduction: “Continue in The Faith as taught by the Lord’s Apostles” as our foundation in The Faith. 1. Rejoice in the Lord greatly A Read, Philip 40:10-17 B. Christian living in The Faith 2. God will supply all our needs - according to His riches A. Read Philip 4:18-23 Closing comments for the New Year
The Ancient Pattern of the Faith # 5 Philip. 4: 1-9 Neal Woodbury Introduction • In the text today, we are (they are) urged to “live in harmony in the Lord”. • This was, of course, The Ancient Pattern – but must be also the continuing pattern for the Lord’s Assemblies.
I. Stan firm in the Lord! A. Read Philip. 4: 1. II. Live in Harmony – in the Lord! A. Read Philip. 4: 2-3 III. Rejoice in the Lord always! A. Read Philip. 4: 4-7 IV. Living in the Peace of God A. Read Philip. 4: 8-9 Note; These are how we should live!
The Ancient Pattern Of The Faith #4, Philp 3: 1-16 Neil Woodbury Welcome and Introduction
I. The Apostle Paul gives final admonition A. Read Philip 3: 1-3 B. Who is it that the Lord’s brethren must read and learn? C. Three evidences of being in Christ II. Paul and other Apostles could boast in the flesh; A. Read Philip 3: 4-6 B. The covenant people of Israel III. All in loss compares to the knowledge of Jesus the Messiah and His resurrection. A. Read Philip 3: 7-16 B. Our hope is in Christ alone – God’s Promise
The Ancient Pattern Of The Faith #3, Philp 3: 1-16 - Neil Woodbury Welcome and Introduction
I. The Apostle Paul gives final admonition A. Read Philip 3: 1-3 B. Who is it that the Lord’s brethren must read and learn? C. Three evidences of being in Christ II. Paul and other Apostles could boast in the flesh; A. Read Philip 3: 4-6 B. The covenant people of Israel III. All in loss compares to the knowledge of Jesus the Messiah and His resurrection. A. Read Philip 3: 7-16 B. Our hope is in Christ alone – God’s Promise
“Do you dearly love Me?” John 21: 15-19, Alex Woodbury 15 When, therefore, they dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, 'Simon, [son] of Jonas, dost thou love me more than these?' he saith to him, 'Yes, Lord; thou hast known that I dearly love thee;' he saith to him, 'Feed my lambs.' 16 He saith to him again, a second time, 'Simon, [son] of Jonas, dost thou love me?' he saith to him, 'Yes, Lord; thou hast known that I dearly love thee;' he saith to him, 'Tend my sheep.' 17 He saith to him the third time, 'Simon, [son] of Jonas, dost thou dearly love me?' Peter was grieved that he said to him the third time, 'Dost thou dearly love me?' and he said to him, 'Lord, thou hast known all things; thou dost know that I dearly love thee.' Jesus saith to him, 'Feed my sheep; 18 verily, verily, I say to thee, When thou wast younger, thou wast girding thyself and wast walking whither thou didst will, but when thou mayest be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another will gird thee, and shall carry [thee] whither thou dost not will;' 19 and this he said, signifying by what death he shall glorify God; and having said this, he saith to him, 'Be following me.'
10AM bible class cancelled. Pursue That Which IS Good, And Hold Fast 1 Thess:5 1- 28, Alex Woodbury
The Ancient Pattern Of The Faith #2 Philp 2 12-16 Neil Woodbury We have explored the first chapter of the Philippian letter and that is a call to be found worthy of the Gospel of Christ and the benefits found in Him. Chapter two teaches us to have the same attitude as the Messiah. In doing so we will learn the nature of the Messiah Jesus, and how to please our God in Heaven Just as His Son pleased Him.
I. Call to have fellowship of spirit. A. read Phil 2: 1-5 B. Have the same mind as Christ II. The nature of Christ Jesus A. Read Phil 2: 6-11 B. Words used in verse six III. The children of God through Christ A. Read Philp 2: 12-16 B. To be irreproachable children of God
The Ancient Pattern Of The Faith, Philp 2 1-16 Neil Woodbury We have explored the first chapter of the Philippian letter and that is a call to be found worthy of the Gospel of Christ and the benefits found in Him. Chapter two teaches us to have the same attitude as the Messiah. In doing so we will learn the nature of the Messiah Jesus, and how to please our God in Heaven Just as His Son pleased Him.
I. Call to have fellowship of spirit. A. read Phil 2: 1-5 B. Have the same mind as Christ II. The nature of Christ Jesus A. Read Phil 2: 6-11 B. Words used in verse six III. The children of God through Christ A. Read Philp 2: 12-16 B. To be irreproachable children of God
The Ancient Pattern Of The Faith, Philp 2 1-16 Neil Woodbury We have explored the first chapter of the Philippian letter and that is a call to be found worthy of the Gospel of Christ and the benefits found in Him. Chapter two teaches us to have the same attitude as the Messiah. In doing so we will learn the nature of the Messiah Jesus, and how to please our God in Heaven Just as His Son pleased Him.
I. Call to have fellowship of spirit. A. read Phil 2: 1-5 B. Have the same mind as Christ II. The nature of Christ Jesus A. Read Phil 2: 6-11 B. Words used in verse six III. The children of God through Christ A. Read Philp 2: 12-16 B. To be irreproachable children of God
BUSINESS MEETING WILL BROADCAST RIGHT AFTER THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY The Church is One Foundation Eph. 2: 19-22 Neil Woodbury
BUSINESS MEETING WILL BROADCAST RIGHT AFTER THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY The Church is One Foundation Eph. 2: 19-22 Neil Woodbury
The Ancient Pattern of the Faith #3 Philip 1: 1-11Neil Woodbury Today I want to express to you why the ancient pattern for the Assemblies of Christ is so very important. In our assembly here we are holding to the ancient pattern – the teachings of the Lord’s Apostles.
This is what nearly all churches say about themselves, but the proof is in the teachings of the leadership. This does not mean that we do not use modern technology to teach the Bible! A good example of what I’m talking about is found in the Letter to the Church in Philipi.
I. Jesus The Messiah a. Read Philip 1: 1-2 b. Words mean so very much
II. In fellowship with the Lord’s Apostles a. Read Philip 1: 3-8 b. What is required? Read 1 John 1: 1-4
III. The deeds and rewards of true fellowship a. Read Philip 1: 9-11
The Ancient Pattern of the Faith #2 Philip 1: 1-11Neil Woodbury Today I want to express to you why the ancient pattern for the Assemblies of Christ is so very important. In our assembly here we are holding to the ancient pattern – the teachings of the Lord’s Apostles.
This is what nearly all churches say about themselves, but the proof is in the teachings of the leadership. This does not mean that we do not use modern technology to teach the Bible! A good example of what I’m talking about is found in the Letter to the Church in Philipi.
I. Jesus The Messiah a. Read Philip 1: 1-2 b. Words mean so very much
II. In fellowship with the Lord’s Apostles a. Read Philip 1: 3-8 b. What is required? Read 1 John 1: 1-4
III. The deeds and rewards of true fellowship a. Read Philip 1: 9-11
Plan to attend our annual Business Meeting followed by a fellowship and luncheon Oct 17th. Today I want to express to you why the ancient pattern for the Assemblies of Christ is so very important. In our assembly here we are holding to the ancient pattern – the teachings of the Lord’s Apostles.
This is what nearly all churches say about themselves, but the proof is in the teachings of the leadership. This does not mean that we do not use modern technology to teach the Bible! A good example of what I’m talking about is found in the Letter to the Church in Philipi.
I. Jesus The Messiah a. Read Philip 1: 1-2 b. Words mean so very much
II. In fellowship with the Lord’s Apostles a. Read Philip 1: 3-8 b. What is required? Read 1 John 1: 1-4
III. The deeds and rewards of true fellowship a. Read Philip 1: 9-11
James – The Final Exhortations, James 5: 1-20 Neal Woodbury The condition of the Jewish people and their way of life is clearly a burden to James and he is giving them a picture of things about to be. I. What has Israel done a. Read James 5: 1-6 b. The last days were upon them II. The Presence of the Lord is at hand a. Read James 5: 7-9 b. Be patient, the Lord’s presence draws nigh… III. Hope in Christ, the Messiah of God a. Read James 5: 10-20 b. Examples of Patience; Verses 10-12 c. Suffering of the Assembly; Verses 13-16 d. Examples of the Prophet Elijah; Verses 17-20 These are not random thoughts to consider!
James – Christian Conduct Examined #2 James 4: 1-17 Neil Woodbury
James the Elder in the Jerusalem assembly speaks now to the Christian concerning their conduct – to put away the lusts and ways of those outside of Christ.
I. You ask and have not – Why? a. Read James 4: 1-4 b. Be not friend to the ways of men because they have departed the ways of God. II. Be subject to God – Stand firm a. Read James 4: 5-10 b. Draw close to God – and He will draw close to you! III. Speak not against one another… a. Read James 4: 11-12 b. Do not violate the Lord’s command; Read John 13: 34-35 c. Be a doer of the New Commandment, not a Judge of it!
James – Christian Conduct Examined James 4: 1-17 Neil Woodbury
James the Elder in the Jerusalem assembly speaks now to the Christian concerning their conduct – to put away the lusts and ways of those outside of Christ.
I. You ask and have not – Why? a. Read James 4: 1-4 b. Be not friend to the ways of men because they have departed the ways of God. II. Be subject to God – Stand firm a. Read James 4: 5-10 b. Draw close to God – and He will draw close to you! III. Speak not against one another… a. Read James 4: 11-12 b. Do not violate the Lord’s command; Read John 13: 34-35 c. Be a doer of the New Commandment, not a Judge of it!
James – Faith in Practice #7 James 3:1-18 Neil Woodburry Last week we let off in studies in James at James 2: 20 – we’ll pick up there today, then go onto James 3: 1-18 – but will not complete it today! I. Not out of Faith only! a. Read James 2: 20-26 b. Not just a mental action, but a heartfelt response and action on our part; remember that The Faith apart from works is dead. Devoid of life. c. Read V. 26 again; Do not go beyond what is written, but never do less!
II. Greater Judgment on Christian Teachers a. Read James 3: 1-2 b. This judgment from God was known by the people of Israel – and now the assemblies of Christ also will be instructed to teach well the things of God.
III. The tongue is a Fire! a. Read James 3: 3-12en.
James – Faith in Practice #6, James 2: 1-13 - Neil Woodbury This second chapter of James is a teaching about how a Christian should make “Judgments”. The warning is to not judge without mercy and love as the Jewish Pharisees were prone to doing, but rather as the Lord shall judge them. I. Judge according to “The Faith a. Read James 2: 1-4 b. Fairness is loving and reasonable
II. Be careful not to “miss the mark” a. Read James 2: 5-13 b. Do not judge in light of prejudice or partiality.
III. This in proper Judgment is the way of unbelievers. a. Judgment to the letter of the Law – what Law? b. The Royal Law is fulfilled in the New Commandment of Jesus
James – Faith in Practice #5, James 2: 1-13 Neil Woodbury This second chapter of James is a teaching about how a Christian should make “Judgments”. The warning is to not judge without mercy and love as the Jewish Pharisees were prone to doing, but rather as the Lord shall judge them. I. Judge according to “The Faith a. Read James 2: 1-4 b. Fairness is loving and reasonable
II. Be careful not to “miss the mark” a. Read James 2: 5-13 b. Do not judge in light of prejudice or partiality.
III. This in proper Judgment is the way of unbelievers. a. Judgment to the letter of the Law – what Law? b. The Royal Law is fulfilled in the New Commandment of Jesus
James – Faith in Practice #4, James 1: 12-27 Neil Woodbury The proverbial statements of James continues in Chapter 1: 12-27. These truisms are delivered in a Jewish style, as James is led through the Spirit of God to exhort the brethren. I. The source of temptation and sin; a. Read James 1: 12-18 b. The crown of the Life; verse 12 c. Let the people truly know verse 13-18; explain: II. Listen and Learn – the Word of God brings wisdom a. Read James 1: 19-25 b. Doers of the Word III. Be careful in your Religion a. Read James 1: 26-27
James – Faith in Practice #2 James 1: 1-11 Neil Woodbury
Proverbs of the New Testament in the Jewish mind set. I. Who is this James? Read: Matt. 13: 55, Mark 6: 3 a Clarify this writer b. Other Information
II. To the twelve tribes – Hail a. Read James 1: 1 b. Compare 1 Peter 1: 1
III. The Proof of your Faith a. Read James 1: 2-11 b. All joy – count it! c. How God sees men – compare to flesh and blood ideas!
James – Faith in Practice James 1: 1-11 Neil Woodbury
Proverbs of the New Testament in the Jewish mind set. I. Who is this James? Read: Matt. 13: 55, Mark 6: 3 a Clarify this writer b. Other Information
II. To the twelve tribes – Hail a. Read James 1: 1 b. Compare 1 Peter 1: 1
III. The Proof of your Faith a. Read James 1: 2-11 b. All joy – count it! c. How God sees men – compare to flesh and blood ideas!
Hebrews, The Final Remembrance, # 2 Hebrews 11: 1-25 Neil Woodbury
I think we can agree that this epistle we call Hebrews was written to benefit the Hebrew people who had trusted Jesus of Nazareth as their Savior – and put aside the things of the covenant under the Law and promises of God. To be born out of Heaven, through the Gospel of Jesus Christ – through the obedience to God’s Terms of Pardon!
Read Hebrews 12: 28-29, Duet. 4: 10-24 I. Remember these things; a. Read Hebr. 13: 1-14 II. Christian “Sacrifice” a. Read Hebr. 13: 15-19 b. Remember the Family of God c. Prayer
Hebrews, The Final Remembrance, # 1 Hebrews 11: 1-25 Neil Woodbury
I think we can agree that this epistle we call Hebrews was written to benefit the Hebrew people who had trusted Jesus of Nazareth as their Savior – and put aside the things of the covenant under the Law and promises of God. To be born out of Heaven, through the Gospel of Jesus Christ – through the obedience to God’s Terms of Pardon!
Read Hebrews 12: 28-29, Duet. 4: 10-24 I. Remember these things; a. Read Hebr. 13: 1-14 II. Christian “Sacrifice” a. Read Hebr. 13: 15-19 b. Remember the Family of God c. Prayer
God Chasteneth The Sons Hebrews 12: 5-29, Neil Woodbury
This text is one teaching us to not despise God’s chastening – remember the past events and do not forget the promises of the future.
I. God Chasteneth His Children a. Read Hebr. 12: 5-13 II. Follow after Peace a. Read Hebr. 12: 14-17 III. Remember the past encounters with the God of Heaven a. Read Hebr. 12: 18-25 IV. The Future of the Jews was the unshakable Kingdom of God a. Read Hebr. 12: 26-29 b. This is the Assemblies of Christ
Through Faith We Can Endure Hebrews 12: 1-4 Neil Woodbury
The writer of the Hebrews letter gives us another way to be thankful for the work of Christ, the Author of Our Salvation. I. No excuse for faithlessness a. Read Hebr. 12: 1 b. The cloud of witnesses II. Consider Jesus the Christ, the Son of God a. Read Hebr. 12: 2-3 b. He is worthy of praise and glory! III. We have not paid the penalty for sin a. Read Hebr. 12: 4 b. Can we be worthy of this calling?
Remembering the Christ at Pentecost Acts 2: 1-4, 14-42 Neil Woodbury
The old hymn says, “All about Jesus would I know…” – Well, friends and brethren, Pentecost A.D. 31 was all about Jesus and salvation through His Blood.
I. First Gospel Message, from the Apostles a. Read Acts 2: 1-4, 14-42 b. The message and terms of pardon are the same this hour!
II. This is the message the Apostles Preached! a. Read 1 Cor. 2: 1-11 b. Evangelists must continue this message, not one of their own.
III. This message in the “Last Days” was prophesied; a. Read Daniel 12: 1-4 (538-539 B.C.)
Faith as God Requires It Heb. 11: 1-7 Neil Woodbury “Faith is Trust and trust is a must, to the Child of God”, G.E.H. Three elements of Faith; 1. A fully convinced acknowledgement of God’s revelation through His Word 2. A self-surrendering fellowship with the Truth (adhesion) 3. A fully assured and answering Trust in the God of Heaven and salvation through His Son Jesus Christ This faith as the Christian has goes far beyond the Greek concept of just a trusting nature. I. The Nature of Faith a. Read Hebr. 11: 1-3 i. Confident assurance ii. The evidence of things not “seen” II. The Necessity of Faith a. Read Hebr. 11: i. God’s people were approved through faith in the past ii. God Requires faith of those seeking Him.
The Full Knowledge of the Truth Heb. 10: 26-39 Neil Woodbury
The last few verses of Hebrews 10 bring us the harsh contrast between becoming “Apostate” towards the Blood of Christ and the blessings of living in Faith, holding the love of the Gospel of Christ to the end of our days to be rewarded in the presence of our Savior.
I. Willful sinning of those once in Christ a. Read Hebr. 10: 26-31 b. Willfully defined in Greek c. No longer any sacrifice available d. Apostasy not Backsliding
II. The Glories of living in the “Enlightenment” a. Read Hebr. 10: 32-37 b. Final warning; Verses 38-39
The Law was a “Shadow” of the Good Things Neil Woodbury Heb. 10: 1-25 This tenth chapter of the Hebrew Letter is a wonderful treatise on the superior nature of Jesus Christ and the New Covenant that He purchased with His Blood. Bringing to the sons of Israel and the Gentile believers the true coming of good things in His Name! I. Sacrifices under the Law bring only temporary peace with God a. Read Hebr. 10: 1-4 II. Jesus Christ – the true sacrifice for sin – is in His Blood a. Read Hebr. 10: -11 b. Read Ps. 40: 6-8 c. “He has said” the First must be taken away in order to establish the Second. d. Once for all in Christ Jesus – the only remedy for forgiveness of sins. III. Jesus in the right hand of the Father a. Read Hebr. 10: 12-20
The Covenants Defined to the Saints Heb. 9: 1-28 Neil Woodbury
To know of and to understand God’s covenant with mankind is to fully appreciate being “In Christ”, in the Kingdom of God. Now from Hebrews;
I. The Blood of the Covenants – “a dedication of” a. Read Hebr. 9: 16-23 b. Principle from God; without blood shedding, there is no remission (of sin). Read Rom. 6: 23, 2 Cor. 5: 7 Turn to Is. 55: 8-9; Because God has spoken thus… c. Better sacrifices? This of course is the Blood of God’s sinless Son – to make payment “in full” for the sins both in the past and future Praise God!
II. Christ made the payment for sin in the Presence of God a. Read Hebr. 9: 24-26 b. Full end of the “ages” c. Read Heb. 9: 27-28 i . Breaking down this passage;
Join us for potluck breakfast and fellowship 8:30 AM Living In The Resurrection John 11: 25-26 Neil Woodbury The covenant people of Israel lived in the “Hope of the Resurrection” in faith. The covenant people of the Kingdom of God live in the “Reality” of the Resurrection – in the same faith. And this is because of the works of Jesus of Nazareth, and His words concerning the Resurrection.
I. God’s order in the Resurrection a. Read 1 Cor. 15: 20-26 b. The end? Matt. 24: 11-14, Col. 1: 23 c. We live in a “Post-Resurrection” Age!
The Chief Priest of the New Covenant #2 Heb. 8: 1-13 Neil Woodbury In this 8th chapter of the Hebrew letter, the writer makes clear two things; 1. The superior nature of the New High Priest of the New Covenant 2. The superior reality of the New Covenant as compared with the Old Covenant underthe Law of Moses. Thus – the New has fulfilled the grand promise of God’s covenant with Abraham. I. The Chief Priest is Jesus the Lord. a. Read Hebr. 8: 1-6 b. Better place, better promises c. Read Exodus 25: 40 II. The Second Covenant is “New” a. Read Hebr. 8: 7-12 b. Read Jer. 31: 31-34 c. Read Isa. 65: 1-5, 13-17 III. The Old Covenant is disappearing! a. Read Hebr. 8: 13 b. Read Isa. 65: 17 c. Read Rev. 21: 1-3
The Chief Priest of the New Covenant Heb. 8: 1-13 Neil Woodbury In this 8th chapter of the Hebrew letter, the writer makes clear two things; 1. The superior nature of the New High Priest of the New Covenant 2. The superior reality of the New Covenant as compared with the Old Covenant underthe Law of Moses. Thus – the New has fulfilled the grand promise of God’s covenant with Abraham. I. The Chief Priest is Jesus the Lord. a. Read Hebr. 8: 1-6 b. Better place, better promises c. Read Exodus 25: 40 II. The Second Covenant is “New” a. Read Hebr. 8: 7-12 b. Read Jer. 31: 31-34 c. Read Isa. 65: 1-5, 13-17 III. The Old Covenant is disappearing! a. Read Hebr. 8: 13 b. Read Isa. 65: 17 c. Read Rev. 21: 1-3
Jesus – High Priest of God Neil Woodbury Heb. 7: 1-28 Chapter 7 is a response to the Priesthood order of Melchisedek and how this pertains to Jesus of Nazareth the Christ. This was a very important point of the faith in Jesus to the Hebrew converts to Christ.
I. Jesus the Christ, in the priestly order of Melchisedek, for the Assemblies. a. Read Hebr. 6: 30 – 7: 10 b. Read Gen 14: 18-20, the account II. Perfection (all in all) is found only in the New Covenant a. Read Hebr. 7: 11-16 b. Why did the priesthood change? III. The Better Covenant a. Read Hebr. 7: 17-28 b. God’s oath c. Our Head, Jesus Christ
Only Ahead, Never Turn Back #2 Neil Woodbury Heb. 6: 1-18
In “The Faith” of the followers of Christ Jesus, we enter as “babes” drinking milk – but we are expected to grow and mature in “The Faith”. This is the proper process for the child of God – but something much worse can happen to the believer, he can turn back, becoming apostate towards the Lord and His Assembly. This we must guard against! I. The Early Principles, a. Read Hebr. 6: 1-3 II. To fall away brings shame upon the Lord and The Faith a. Read Hebr. 6: 4-12 III. God’s oath and Promise a. Read Hebr. 6: 13-1
Only Ahead, Never Turn Back Neil Woodbury Heb. 6: 1-18
In “The Faith” of the followers of Christ Jesus, we enter as “babes” drinking milk – but we are expected to grow and mature in “The Faith”. This is the proper process for the child of God – but something much worse can happen to the believer, he can turn back, becoming apostate towards the Lord and His Assembly. This we must guard against! I. The Early Principles a. Read Hebr. 6: 1-3 II. To fall away brings shame upon the Lord and The Faith a. Read Hebr. 6: 4-12 III. God’s oath and Promise a. Read Hebr. 6: 13-1
Do Not Go Beyond What is Written! Neil Woodbury 1 Cor. 4: 5-6 The statement of Christendom is “Jesus was God” or Jesus said He was God – This statement has caused much confusion to those naming Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior – and violates the Apostolic command in 1 Cor. 4: 5-6 Read
The passage used as proof text that Jesus is God (one of them) is found in Mark 2: 1-13; Read I. Delegated authority (power) is the true teaching of the passage; a. “Exousia” is the Greek word for delegated authority – in this case given from the Father. b. Other passages confirming: i. John 17: 2 ii. Matt. 28: 18 iii. John 5: 25-27 II. The Son of God, NOT God the Son a. Jesus of Nazareth was the Son of God – The Son of Man b. Jesus the Way to the Father
Jesus – High Priest unto the Brethren Neil Woodbury Hebrews 5: 1-14 The New Testament writings declare Jesus Christ as the High Priest of the Assemblies of Christ. And so it is, but to understand and appreciate our High Priest today, one must understand the idea of the High Priest of the First Covenant people. It is clear that God appointed the First High Priest of the Jews – Aaron, a Levite – and His Son Jesus as the Last High Priest unto the brethren of God’s Family.
Understanding the work of the High Priest Read Hebr. 5: 1-3 God appoints the High Priest of the Covenants Read Hebr. 5: 4-6 History of the Priesthood The Author of our Salvation Read Hebr. 5: 7-14
Christ Jesus, Apostle of God #2 Neil Woodbury Hebrews 3: 1-19 Chapter Three of the Hebrew letter proclaims Christ Jesus as the Apostle and High Priest of God – setting Jesus apart from every being in all creation as preeminent, but obedient to the Father in Heaven (John 13: 16). I. Christ Superior to Moses – In His Office a. Read Hebr. 3: 1-2 b. Partakers = Voluntarily to Man’s will II. Christ Superior to Moses – In His Ministry a. Read Hebr. 3: 3-6 b. The builder greater than those living in the house III. Christ Superior to Moses – In His Reward a. Read Hebr. 3: 7-13 (under Moses) b. Read Hebr. 3: 14-19 (under Christ) i. Verse 14 is Key to Rewards through Christ
All about Jesus would I Know! #2 Neil Woodbury Hebrews 2: 1-18
The Letter to the “Hebrews” of the first century A.D. church is simply a revelation as to who Jesus of Nazareth truly was – is – and shall always be. A look at chapter two keeps this theme going – in chapter one, Jesus is the Son of God and above all the heavenly host – indeed the angels also worship Him. I. We must hear and believe those who heard Him (Jesus), those who believed Him first. Read Hebrews 2: 1-4 II. Jesus, the author of our Salvation; Read: Heb. 2: 5-13, Matt. 28: 18, John 17: 1-4 III. Jesus – Son of god, became like His Brethren to save them. Read; Heb. 2: 14-18, Philip. 2: 3-11
All about Jesus would I Know! Hebrews 2: 1-18 January 17, 2021 NBW
The Letter to the “Hebrews” of the first century A.D. church is simply a revelation as to who Jesus of Nazareth truly was – is – and shall always be.
A look at chapter two keeps this theme going – in chapter one, Jesus is the Son of God and above all the heavenly host – indeed the angels also worship Him.
I. We must hear and believe those who heard Him (Jesus), those who believed Him first.
Read Hebrews 2: 1-4
II. Jesus, the author of our Salvation;
Read: Heb. 2: 5-13, Matt. 28: 18, John 17: 1-4
III. Jesus – Son of god, became like His Brethren to save them.
Read; Heb. 2: 14-18, Philip. 2: 3-11
God Has Spoken to Man #2 Neil Woodbury Hebrews 1: 1-14 God has spoken in many ways, through Prophets, in His Son and the Lord’s Apostles – but, what has been man’s response?
I. The Heir of all things a. Read Hebrews 1: 1-4 II. The Heir, the Son over all a. Read Hebrews 1: 5-12 III. The Son and The Right Hand a. Read Hebrews 1: 13-14 b. The Kingdom of God full-grown
God Has Spoken to Man Neil Woodbury Hebrews 1: 1-14 God has spoken in many ways, through Prophets, in His Son and the Lord’s Apostles – but, what has been man’s response?
I. The Heir of all things a. Read Hebrews 1: 1-4 II. The Heir, the Son over all a. Read Hebrews 1: 5-12 III. The Son and The Right Hand a. Read Hebrews 1: 13-14 b. The Kingdom of God full-grown
ITS NOT TOO LATE TO GET THAT TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION IN AND SUPPORT THE LORD'S MESSAGE Five Points of Salvation: Man’s Terms or God’s Terms? #4 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor. 15: 1-2 Man’s Terms or God’s terms – but it cannot be both or either or! The bible teaches that we are saved through the Gospel – covered by the Blood of our Redeemer and Lord. The Five Points 1. Total Depravity of Man 1. Hearing – Rom. 10: 14-15 2. Unconditional election of God 2. Believing – Mark 16: 16 3. Limited atonement of Christ 3. Repentance – 2 Cor. 7: 10 4. Irresistible grace of Deity 4. Confession – Rom. 10: 8-10 5. Perseverance of the saints 5. Being Baptized – Acts 22: 10- 16, Rom. 6: 3-4 Man’s Way (Calvinism); Lead to confession and then fear of being lost.
God’s Way (Terms of Pardon); No fear – only Hope based on Faith in God’s Promises
Join us for our Christmas Eve Program 12/24 6:00PM a fun Sing-a-Long and Children’s Presentation. Man’s Terms or God’s terms – but it cannot be both or either or! The bible teaches that we are saved through the Gospel – covered by the Blood of our Redeemer and Lord. The Five Points 1. Total Depravity of Man 1. Hearing – Rom. 10: 14-15 2. Unconditional election of God 2. Believing – Mark 16: 16 3. Limited atonement of Christ 3. Repentance – 2 Cor. 7: 10 4. Irresistible grace of Deity 4. Confession – Rom. 10: 8-10 5. Perseverance of the saints 5. Being Baptized – Acts 22: 10 - 16, Rom. 6: 3-4 Man’s Way (Calvinism); Lead to confession and then fear of being lost. God’s Way (Terms of Pardon); No fear – only Hope based on Faith in God’s Promises
Five Points of Salvation: Man’s Terms or God’s Terms? Neil Woodbury 1 Cor. 15: 1-2 Man’s Terms or God’s terms – but it cannot be both or either or! The bible teaches that we are saved through the Gospel – covered by the Blood of our Redeemer and Lord. The Five Points 1. Total Depravity of Man 1. Hearing – Rom. 10: 14-15 2. Unconditional election of God 2. Believing – Mark 16: 16 3. Limited atonement of Christ 3. Repentance – 2 Cor. 7: 10 4. Irresistible grace of Deity 4. Confession – Rom. 10: 8-10 5. Perseverance of the saints 5. Being Baptized – Acts 22: 10-16, Rom. 6: 3-4 Man’s Way (Calvinism); Lead to confession and then fear of being lost. God’s Way (Terms of Pardon); No fear – only Hope based on Faith in God’s Promises
Five Points of Salvation: Man’s Terms or God’s Terms? Neil Woodbury 1 Cor. 15: 1-2 Man’s Terms or God’s terms – but it cannot be both or either or! The bible teaches that we are saved through the Gospel – covered by the Blood of our Redeemer and Lord. The Five Points 1. Total Depravity of Man 1. Hearing – Rom. 10: 14-15 2. Unconditional election of God 2. Believing – Mark 16: 16 3. Limited atonement of Christ 3. Repentance – 2 Cor. 7: 10 4. Irresistible grace of Deity 4. Confession – Rom. 10: 8-10 5. Perseverance of the saints 5. Being Baptized – Acts 22: 10-16, Rom. 6: 3-4 Man’s Way (Calvinism); Lead to confession and then fear of being lost. God’s Way (Terms of Pardon); No fear – only Hope based on Faith in God’s Promises
Instructions to Titus, the Evangelist #7 Neil Woodbury - Titus 3: 1-15 This final chapter in Titus is the "last things" in way of the instructions to the assembly concerning their actions towards the world outside of the church. This chapter closes with personal tasks for the evangelist to know and complete. I. The Character of the Saints-defined 1. Read Titus 3: 1-4 2. Put "them in mind", the people of the Assemblies everywhere II. Saints -- Know these things! 1. Read Titus 3: 5-11 2. Remember God's kindness towards man, His love, so you must also. 3. Heirs according to the promise through faith and hope. 4. Comments on Titus 3: 5 III. Conclusion of Letter to Titus 1. Read Titus 3: 12-15
Please support this vital ministry! October: Giving: $803.46 Expenses: $1347.25 Instructions to Titus, the Evangelist #6 Neil Woodbury - Titus 2: 1-15
Chapter 2 is how the Evangelist is to teach the various people within the Assembly, and impress upon them that this is the will of God for those in Christ. I. The various people that are found in the Lord’s Assemblies; a. Read Titus 2: 1-10 b. We are not all the same in our place in the Family. i. Aged Men ii. Aged Women iii. Younger Women iv. Younger Men v. Servants (slaves) II. Salvation is offered to all peoples! a. Read Titus 2: 11-15 b. The Saints are to live Godly lives in every generation of men. c. Remembering the Savior’s price paid!
Support this vital ministry! October: Giving: $803.46 Expenses: $1347.25 Instructions to Titus, the Evangelist #5 Neil Woodbury - Titus 1: 1-16
As I have said in our previous lesson in Titus on the eldership in the assemblies – there are many obstacles to our setting down elders I our assemblies! We have the scriptures in the original language – we have good teaching from faithful brothers – but we have many differences in our conclusions! Thus we see the results in the assemblies. I. What if we are just missing the point of these qualifications? a. Read Titus 1: 5-9 II. Could even the Lord be able to Shepard the Assemblies? a. Read 1 Peter 5: 1-7 b. The Chief Shepard III. What are we to do – how can we truly understand?
Support this vital ministry! October: Giving: $803.46 Expenses: $1347.25 Instructions to Titus, the Evangelist #5 Neil Woodbury - Titus 1: 1-16
As I have said in our previous lesson in Titus on the eldership in the assemblies – there are many obstacles to our setting down elders I our assemblies! We have the scriptures in the original language – we have good teaching from faithful brothers – but we have many differences in our conclusions! Thus we see the results in the assemblies. I. What if we are just missing the point of these qualifications? a. Read Titus 1: 5-9 II. Could even the Lord be able to Shepard the Assemblies? a. Read 1 Peter 5: 1-7 b. The Chief Shepard III. What are we to do – how can we truly understand?
Instructions to Titus, the Evangelist Titus 1: 1-16 Neil Woodbury This short epistle is literally the handbook for the Evangelist of Apostolic principles. We will come to know better the things for the “assembly” from the Lord. 1. The Apostle Paul’s greeting to Titus Titus 1: 1-4 A. The charge to the Evangelist Titus: To Complete the work in Crete. Titus 1: 5 2. The qualities of the Eldership. Titus 1: 6-16 A. Parallel teaching in Timothy 3: 1-7 B. The role of the Eldership C. Obstacles we have in putting these men in place among us.
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The Glorious Assemblies of Christ #2,Col. 1: 15-22 Neil Woodbury I will continue with the thoughts of last week by saying: The Assemblies of Christ are Glorious because: 1. Our God is Glorious 2. Our Savior is Glorious 3. Our Doctrine and Principles are Glorious and; All of these Glorious Attributes have come out of Heaven, not from the Religions of Men! I. From God to Men through Jesus Christ. a. Read Col. 1: 15-22 b. So we can proclaim of our God and His Son – they are Glorious! Thus, their Kingdom is Glorious indeed! II. What of our Doctrine? a. From the Lord’s Apostles: Read Eph. 4: 1-8 b. Read Eph. 3: 1-12 What is your conclusion to these words?
The Glorious Assemblies of Christ Neil Woodbury Col. 1: 9-23 Does the world define the Christian Assemblies as “Glorious”? The answer is ‘no’ in my experience! This is not just the shortcomings of unbelievers, but even the Christians themselves do not see the true glorious nature of Christ’s Church. Where this is the case, the assemblies are lacking a full understanding of “The Faith”. I. What our assembly is, as defined by the Apostle Paul. a. Read Col. 1: 9-13 b. The assembly of Christ is not an organization, but the Kingdom of His (God’s) Son. II. The Benefits of the Kingdom a. Read Col. 1: 14 b. In whom; the Christ. III. The Glory of Christ a. Read Col. 1: 15-23
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #44 Neil Woodbury 1st Cor. 16: 10-24
Our final lesson in 1st Corinthians – we have completed all sixteen chapters of Paul’s discourse to the Assembly in Corinth. I. Instruction concerning the Evangelists Timothy and Apollos. a. Read 1 Cor. 16: 10-12 II. Encouragement towards the Assembly in Corinth a. Read 1 Cor. 16: 13-20 b. All the brethren in Christ working together. III. Final Salutation of the Apostle Paul a. Read 1 Cor. 16: 21-24 b. Loving the Lord is obeying His Word! What kind of letter would our Assembly receive? How do we stand in Christ?
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #43 Neil Woodbury 1st Cor. 16: 1-9 This is the final teaching of the Apostles letter to the Corinthians – the subject; Contribution to the Saints. We shall learn of Paul’s method of helping the brethren in the time of great need in Palestine. I. Free Will offering from the saints in Cornith. a. Read 1 Cor. 16: 1-4 b Read 2 Cor. 9: 6-12 c. Clarify the time and the gift, with its purpose. II. Paul’s future travel – to and where from; a. Read 1 Cor. 16: 5-9 b. God can change plans for the Apostles of Christ.
Our First Priority – Salvation Neal Woodbury
What is truly important for every soul – is the issue of what happens after this life? I. Saved from what? a. The Wrath of God Colossians 3: 1-11 II. How can we be sure? a. The Apostolic Teachings Luke 24: 44-53 III. What are the “Terms of Pardon”? a. As commanded by God through His Son – the Gospel Message Acts 17: 28-31 b. To the Jew first – then the Gentiles What else can be more important in our lives? God + Design + Purpose = everything that is lasting and pure!
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #42 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor. 15: 50-58 This section of 1st Cor. 15 is a glimpse into the “Parosia”, the day of the Lord – when resurrection would become a reality for those departed saints of God and the living Apostles. What is not able to inherit the Kingdom of God? Read 1 Cor. 15: 50 “I tell you a Mystery” Read 1 Cor. 15: 51-54 Who is the ‘We’? The grammar: 1st Thes. 4: 13-18, 2nd Thes. 2: 1-2, Matt. 19: 27-28 – Rev. 20: 4 – Jessie Mills Quotes The Assembly – under Death – or alive in Victory? Read 1 Cor. 15: 55-58 Our mindset will govern our usefulness!
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #41, Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 15: 29-49 The topic in the passage we are studying today is still the Resurrection – although, many other great truths are presented in these verses. I. The Apostle’s Plea (to have faith in the resurrection) a. Read 1 Cor. 15: 29-34 b. Those baptized into Christ Read Rom. 6: 3-4
II. How do the dead rise? a. Read 1 Cor. 15: 35-41 b. These facts you must know!
III. So also is the rising again! a. Read 1 Cor. 15: 42-49 b. Being in Christ is the Resurrection
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #40 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 15: 23-32 Continued -Read John 11: 24-26
The Apostle Paul’s teaching on the Resurrection of the dead is carefully laid out in this chapter – so that no one would have doubts concerning its reality. Read John 11: 24-26 I. Christ hath Risen – the first fruits of the dead. 1 Cor. 15: 20-21 A. Jesus was a man (ver. 21)
II. Adam is Death, Christ is Life. 1 Cor. 15: 22-23 A. In His Presence!
III. Then, the end – the end of what? 1 Cor. 15: 24-28 A. Compare; Matt. 24: 7-14, Rev. 10: 5-7
IV. The Apostles Plea. 1 Cor. 15: 29-32
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #39 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 15: 20-32 Read John 11: 24-26 The Apostle Paul’s teaching on the Resurrection of the dead is carefully laid out in this chapter – so that no one would have doubts concerning its reality. Read John 11: 24-26 I. Christ hath Risen – the first fruits of the dead. 1 Cor. 15: 20-21 A. Jesus was a man (ver. 21) II. Adam is Death, Christ is Life. 1 Cor. 15: 22-23 A. In His Presence! III. Then, the end – the end of what? 1 Cor. 15: 24-28 A. Compare; Matt. 24: 7-14, Rev. 10: 5-7 IV. The Apostles Plea. 1 Cor. 15: 29-32
Chapter 15 of 1st Corinthians is a text book in itself; covering the promised Gospel message to mankind – from the beginning to the culmination of the end of the Age, the revealing of the Kingdom of God – the New Heavens and Earth – the New Jerusalem – the never-ending kingdom. All this we can know, as faith readies our hearts and minds for the Truth.
I. The supremacy of God’s Word as recorded in scripture
A. Read 1 Cor. 15: 1-10 B. All things come to pass – according to the Scriptures C. Eye witness accounts
II. What is preached through the Apostles must be believed!
A. Read 1 Cor. 15: 11-19 B. Where is your Hope and where is Hope's home?
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #37 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 14: 21-40 The Apostles give specific instruction to the assembly in Corinth regarding the use of the spiritual gifts of tongues and prophesy. The Corinthian church needed direction on these topics and many churches today fail to understand or practice the teaching. 1. In the law (Hebrew Scripture) it hath been written: A. Read 1 Cor 14:21-22, Is 28:11-12 B. Understand the content 2. Examples of use and misuse towards the unlearned 1 Cor 14:23-25 A. God’s purpose before the “perfect” was in their hands. 3. In order, in the assembly, are these gifts beneficial. 1 Cor 14: 26-33 A. Final Remarks: Instruction from the Apostle 1 Cor 14:34-40
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #35, Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 13:1-13 We must allow the Apostles to show us the most excellent way, the truth and the life through the Word of God. 1Cor 12:31, 13:1-12 1. What is the perfect? 1Cor 13: 9-10 A. In part – What in this world is not in part? B. The assembly were “babies in Christ” in Ad 57 2. Illustration of becoming full grown. 1Cor 13: 11-12 A. Hebr 8:13 That what was vanishing away . . . 3. What then was left? 1Cor 13:13
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #34 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 13:1-13
Was the “Spiritual Gifts teaching in 1 Cor 13 inserted so that preachers and ministers are able to quote bible verses for weddings, funerals and other social gatherings as some believe? Or is the intended purpose to show that love (agape) is the source of spiritual gifts and without agape-love the possessor of these gifts are useless in their own wellbeing?
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #33, Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 12:14-31
Paul teaches of these Spiritual Gifts in the Assembly with analogies that give us word pictures so we may understand and not lack in knowledge.
2 Again God’s order His purpose - 1 Cor 12: 28-31, Eph 4:11 (same?) A. Desire “earnestly” the better gifts – to edify the brethren. B. Yet, afar excelling way do I show to you….
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #32 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 12:12-31
We must consider these Spiritual Gifts in the Assembly, they came from Heaven and may be removed by the same authority they came from. Not our will but His!
An analogy –the Assembly is One Body with many members – 1 Cor 12:12-13
Illustrations of how a healthy body will function –being One Body - 1 Cor 14-27 A. God has set the members as he pleases!
Again, God’s order, His purpose! Cor 12: 28-31 A. Verse 31, More to Learn!
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #31 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 12:1-11 Spiritual Gifts within the Assembly
What is the meaning of Spiritual in the assembly in Corinth? 1 Cor 12: 1-2 A. Define using E.W. Bullenger
Understanding Spirit of God - 1 Cor 12: 3
Things out of Heaven are Spiritual. – 1 Cor 12:4-11
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #29 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 11:1-9 We learned of God’s order of headship last week: 1 Christ is the head of man 2 Man is the head of woman 3. God is the head of Christ We of the assembly must conduct ourselves according to this pattern from Heaven. This is a difficult topic in our society today But we must apply it to our lives.
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #28 Neal Woodbury 1 Cor 11:1-9 The Apostles of Christ do not ask the brethren to follow them, be obedient to their teaching, just because of the title they wear – NO!
But as they (the Apostles) are imitators of Christ – so the brethren may become imitators of the Lord’s Apostles.
In Chapter 11 is where we learn of God’s order for all creation. The assemblies of Christ must understand this order to be useful in the Kingdom of God.
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #27 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor 10: 1-13 As a child of God, in all that you do, do so to the glory of God and do not become offensive to another in trying to please yourself. 1 Flee Idolatry. Have no part of pagan services or practices. Be informed and Stay Pure. 1 Cor 10:14-22 2. Realities of Free in Christ. 1 Cor 10:23-33
Letters to the Assembly in Corinth #26 1 Cor 10: 1-13 What is the significance of the phrase “that all our fathers were under the cloud” found in VS 1? How important is our faith in Christ and being “in Him” through obedience to the Gospel? Gal 3:1-9
We are not brethren of the Apostles or of Christ or of the Lord Jesus apart from faith and our “Ancestor Abraham” 1. The Family of God in Christ 1 Cor 10:1-4 2. Example from the Fathers 1 Cor 10:5-11 3. Through Faith is the Victory Cor 10:1213
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #25 1 Cor 9:15-27 The Apostle Paul makes clear the nature and calling of the Apostle of Christ, explaining the Apostolic Ministry within the Word at that time, AD 31-70.
Resurrection Remembrances The last week of Abib (March) A.D. 31, we call it the “Passion Week”, the disciples of Jesus of Nazareth has a very bad week, but after that week was over - the first day of the next week was the best of times, we call that “The Resurrection.” 1. The account of the Resurrection. Lk 24: 1-12 2. Jesus Christ is the resurrection. Jn. 11: 20-27 3. Resurrection is the hope of those in Christ. Rom 6:1-12
The building will not be open to the public due to social distancing requirements 4/5/20 Letter to the Assembly in Corinth 1 Cor. 9:1-14 The apostle Paul now turns to another problem the false teachers questioning his Apostleship. Much like the problems of today when men write religious creeds and impose them on their parishioners, thinking the apostles are gone. But the lord’s Apostles are still with us – on the pages of our Bible – God will not be mocked! 1. Paul a true Apostle! 1 Cor. 9:1-6 2. The qualifications of the Lord’s Apostles/ Acts 1:20-26, Gal 1:23-18, Gal 2:9-10 3. God’s pattern of support for Gospel Preachers 1 Cor. 9:7-14
TalkShoe lesson only, the assembly building remains closed for social distancing concerns. Letter to the Assembly in Corinth 1 Cor 8: 7-13 - Lesson 23 INTRO: In Christ the Christian person is truly freed from the bondage of sin and worldly ties – But as we exercise the liberty we have in Christ we must be aware that we can cause damage to a weaker brother or sister in the Lord. 1. Not all have the same level of knowledge: 2. Let not our knowledge cause us to sin against Christ. 1 Cor 8: 10-12 3. Recognize the strong and weak Christian. 1 Cor 8:13 A. Being uninformed can cause weak faith.
Lesson #22 - 1 Cor 8:1-13, Neil Woodbury Paul addresses questions concerning the eating of meat sacrificed to idols and the truth concerning idols and Christian liberty. 1. Knowledge without love causes division and injury to the brethren. 1 Cor 8:1-3 2. God is one – Idols – zero 1 Cor 8: 4-6 3. Do nothing to cause a “weak” brother to stumble. 1 Cor 8:7-13
The Impending Distress of the Christians of AD 55-56 1 Cor 7:1-16 1 Actions of men and women that are pleasing to the Lord 1 Cor 7: 1-7 2. The issue of dealing with the passions and emotions of men and women 1 Cor 7: 8-11 3. Christians married to unbelievers- What is the Lords will? 1 Cor 7: 12-16
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #17 1 Cor 5: 1-13 Neil Woodbury The attitude of the Corinthians assembly was one of arrogance and pride in their own abilities. This would lead to their destruction if not corrected. Paul felt a need to correct their lost direction in this letter.
I. Their Pride should have been sadness Cor 5:1-5 A. Sin must be removed from midst B. They were tolerating sin in the assembly but still arrogant C. Deliverer to Adversary
A little leaven sports the whole lump 1 Cor 5:6-8 A. Old Testament teaching of Passover
With who do we associate as the saints of God?1 Cor 9-13 A. Association in the assembly and without the assembly B. Judging in the assembly and outside the assembly
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #15 1 Cor 4: 1-7 Neil Woodbury
Clarification of the positions of Apostles, Evangelists, and teacher, as it pertains to judgements. Judge not the man as he already has a judge, the Lord Jesus Christ, but the message delivered for faithfulness to the will of Christ.
Do not judge another servant but consider their work. 1 Cor 4:1-5 A. Meaning of officer of Christ B. Meaning of Steward of God
Consider the messengers of Christ and the saving words from heaven. 1 Cor 4:6-7 A.The Apostles words spoken or written are the Lords command to the assembly B. Did the message come from you?
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #14 Neil Woodbury Do Not Go beyond what is written! 1 Cor 4: 5-6
The Statement “Jesus was God,” or “Jesus said He was God” has caused much confusion to those naming Jesus Christ as The Lord and Savior, violating the Apostolic command in 1 Cor 4:5-6. One of the text used as proof is Mark 2: 1-13.
Delegated authority (power) is the true teaching A. “Exousia” Greek for delegated authority B. Other passages confirming John 17:2, Matt 28:18, John 5:25-27
The Son of God not God the Son A. Jesus of Nazareth was the Son of God – The Son of man. B. Jesus the way to the Father John 14:6-15
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #12 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor 3: 18-23 The Apostle sums up the teaching to the Corinthians that to be a Christian means to belong to Christ, The Lord and Savior only.
Wisdom of the world. A. 1 Cor 3: 18-20 B. Proverbs 9:10
Do not glory in men A. 1 Cor 3:23 B. Romans 8: 28
Headship the prerogative of God A. 1 Cor 3:23 B. 1 Cor 11:3
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #12 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor 3: 10-17 The most important thing to remember in Bible Study:
Christ the true foundation and rock. 1 Cor 3: 10-15 A.The wise Master Builder B.Ways to build
Christianity is from the Temple of God 1Cor 3:16-17 A The concept must be understood
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #11, Neil Woodbury: 1 Cor 3: 1-9 Intro: The Apostle Paul teaches the condition he finds the assembly as “Babes in Christ” to help them become mature in thinking to the the nature of fellowich with each other, the Apostles, and those in Heaven. 1.Condition; belonging to the spirit or merly flrshly men 1 Cor 3 1-4 A.Spiritual – flesh what influences you? 2. The place of teachers in the Lord’s assembly, their work 1Cor 3:5-9 A. Planting B. Watering C. Growth 3. What is written is our foundation 1 Cor 4:6
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #10 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor 2: 11-16 Intro: The definitive work on the “Spirit of: God, the Lord and Man. There is a clear distinction between the Brethren of the assembly and the Lord’s Apostles in regard to the the “mind of Christ” and the role played in the Kingdom of God. 1 Through the Spirit we truly know 1 Cor 2 11-12
A.The we’s and us’uns Eph 2:19-22 B.The Apostles and Prophets spoke from the Spirit in heaven conferred by God. 2. Christianity is from the Spirit of God–not of mens efforts 1Cor 2:13-15 A We must always conform to the pattern and faith once delivered. 3. The mind of the Lord, who can know it? 1Cor 2:16, Lk 24:41-49, Jn 14 16:20, Matt 10:16-20 (the 12)
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth #9 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor 2:6-11 Intro: A look at he Wisdom of God and the Mystery that was not revealed to man before the preaching of the Apostles of Christ that was in the mind of God before the “ages” is now revealed
We speak among the mature 1 Cor 2 2:6 A. Who are the usless?
Hidden wisdom in a secret 1Coe 2: 7-9 A Mystery of His will Eph 1:7-12, 2:13-15
But to “us” – did God reveal Cor 2:10-11 A. Through His Spirit
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth, Lesson #7 Neil Woodbury Chapter 1 Verse 24 The subject of this verse is “the Calling” God has given to mankind.
The Apostle explains the incredible way God set out to reconcile mankind to Himself.
Man had devised ten thousand ways to please God but God has only one!
1 How are they called? VS – 24-26 2. No flesh will Glory. Vs 27-29 3. In Christ we find Glory. Vs 30-31
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth, Lesson #6 Neil Woodbury 1 Cor 1:18-31 18 for the word of the cross to those indeed perishing is foolishness, and to us — those being saved — it is the power of God, 19 for it hath been written, 'I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the intelligence of the intelligent I will bring to nought;' 20 where [is] the wise? where the scribe? where a disputer of this age? did not God make foolish the wisdom of this world? 21 for, seeing in the wisdom of God the world through the wisdom knew not God, it did please God through the foolishness of the preaching to save those believing.
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth Lesson #5 Neil Woodbury Introduction: Discussion on troubles within the Assembly Reading 1 Cor 1: 10-17 1. Be of the same mind A. 1 Cor 10:17 B. Have no divisions among you C. Be mature in your thinking D. What is unity? 2. The contentions among you A. 1 Cor 1:12-16 B. What’s in a name? (Did they miss the point?) 3. Paul’s Apostolic Ministry A. 1 Cor 1:17 B, The message of Christ
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth Lesson #4 Neil Woodbury Introduction: Discussion on troubles within the Assembly Reading 1 Cor 1: 10-17 1. Be of the same mind A. 1 Cor 10:17 B. Have no divisions among you C. Be mature in your thinking D. What is unity? 2. The contentions among you A. 1 Cor 1:12-16 B. What’s in a name? (Did they miss the point?) 3. Paul’s Apostolic Ministry A. 1 Cor 1:17 B, The message of Christ
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth Lesson #3 Neil Woodbury Introduction; to the letter, the source, the purpose, and the needed outcomes 1. Reading of 1 Cor 1:1-9 A. How to start our understanding 2. The Importance of the Apostles 3. Who is the Assembly? A. Designations B. Pitfalls with names not understood
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth Lesson #2 Neil Woodbury Introduction; to the letter, the source, the purpose, and the needed outcomes 1. Reading of 1 Cor 1:1-9 A. How to start our understanding 2. The Importance of the Apostles 3. Who is the Assembly? A. Designations B. Pitfalls with names not understood
Letter to the Assembly in Corinth Neil Woodbury Introduction; to the letter, the source, the purpose, and the needed outcomes 1. Reading of 1 Cor 1:1-9 A. How to start our understanding 2. The Importance of the Apostles 3. Who is the Assembly? A. Designations B. Pitfalls with names not understood
The Kingdom is Now- #2 When we listen to the Word of Jesus Neil Woodbury 1. The Promise of God A. Gen 3:15 & 12:3 B. Our response Lk 1:30-33 C Time frame Mk 9:1 2. The Promise was fulfilled A. Acts 2:29-39 3. The King of the Kingdom A. The King is named; Jer 23: 5&6
The Kingdom is Now- When we listen to the Word of Jesus Neil Woodbury 1. The Promise of God A. Gen 3:15 & 12:3 B. Our response Lk 1:30-33 C Time frame Mk 9:1 2. The Promise was fulfilled A. Acts 2:29-39 3. The King of the Kingdom A. The King is named; Jer 23: 5&6
The Words of Jesus --- Are we Listening? John 21:18-28 Neil Woodbury Matt 16-27-28 Did Jesus make a false statement, or was He just wrong? You must decide. 1. Till I come A. What Time frame then? 2. Time of the end. A. Daniel 7: 13-14 3. Where are we now? A. We better be listening and understanding what God has put into motion!
Jesus of Nazareth – to know Him #2 John 4:8-26 Neil Woodbury Jesus makes a proclamation of who he is; the one that is coming, Christ. 1. We must listen to the Lords Requests Jn 4:1-7 A. Who is listening? 2. The worldly separation of God Promises and man’s understanding Jn 4:8-10 A. If you knew the Gift of God 3. Who is greater; Jesus or the servants of God from before Jn 4:11-15 A. Physical thinking
Jesus of Nazareth – to know Him John 4:1-26 Neil Woodbury Jesus makes a proclamation of who he is; the one that is coming, Christ. 1. We must listen to the Lords Requests Jn 4:1-7 A. Who is listening? 2. The worldly separation of God Promises and man’s understanding Jn 4:8-10 A. If you knew the Gift of God 3. Who is greater; Jesus or the servants of God from before Jn 4:11-15 A. Physical thinking
The Unshakeable Kingdom Hebr 12:25-29 Neil Woodbury The consummation of the covenant age of the Jews! 1. The contrast; Mount Sinai to the Parousia A Exodus 19:18 2. The Shaking of “Heaven and Earth” A. Terms must be defined as what the Jews understood B. Haggai 2:7-9 3. The unshakable Kingdom remains! A. That which has no end-the Kingdom of God
Jesus The Messenger Of God Luke 18:1-9 Neil Woodbury Who is the Royal Messenger of God? Through scripture it is clear- it is His Son. Is 9:6 ff 1. Jesus’ teaching style is very effective Luke 18:1-8 2. Who is Jesus speaking to? 3. What is the point of this parable? 4. Be strong in your times of struggle – Faith is the victory
The Parousia and The Restoration (of all things) Neil Woodbury
The Apostle Peter to the Jews in Jerusalem
The Gospel Message – must be believed and accepted through faith
Parousia – Restoration – End of the age all at once!
Now That You Know 1 Thess. 5:12-28 Neil Woodbury What will be your conduct? 1. The Apostles request – not just a suggestion. A. Who do you appreciate? I Thess 5:12-15 2. Rejoice always A. what are the characteristics I Thess 5:16-22 3. In the presence of the Lord I Thess 5:23-28
The Day Of The Lord (lesson 2) 1 Thess. 5:1-11 Neil Woodbury The times and seasons –concerning the great event “The Parousia” 1. What the church knew A. I Thess 5:1&2 2. While they are saying; Peace & Safety A. I Thess 5:3-6 B, Who are “They” 3. God has not destined us for wrath A. I Thess 5:7-9 B. Who is those called “Us” that will ne spared? C. II Thess 1:6-12 D. Where is the wrath taking place?
Can you read a Letter? #5 Neil Woodbury 1. Concerning Jesus and this event (Parousia) A. Matt 24: 30-31 B. Acts 17:31-32 C. Matt 16:27-28, Matt 19:27-28, MK 8:38-9:1, Luke 9:26-27 2. Concerning this Apostles of Christ and this event (Parousia) A. Matt 19:27 (1Cor15:50-52) B, Daniel 7:9-10 - 9:13-14 C. Rev 20:4 Remember the Apostles were to judge Israel 3. Concerning the Brethren A. Thess 2:1-2 B. Who is speaking and to who- for what purpose?
Can you read a Letter? #4 Neil Woodbury 1. Concerning Jesus and this event (Parousia) A. Matt 24: 30-31 B. Acts 17:31-32 C. Matt 16:27-28, Matt 19:27-28, MK 8:38-9:1, Luke 9:26-27 2. Concerning this Apostles of Christ and this event (Parousia) A. Matt 19:27 (1Cor15:50-52) B, Daniel 7:9-10 - 9:13-14 C. Rev 20:4 Remember the Apostles were to judge Israel 3. Concerning the Brethren A. Thess 2:1-2 B. Who is speaking and to who- for what purpose?
Can you read a Letter? #3 1 Thess. 4:13-18 Neil Woodbury “The Parousia” to demonstrate the fact that the Bible can be understood if the rules of interpretation, grammar and the original language are employed. 1. The inescapable conclusion of: A. 1Thess 4: 13-18 B. Some passaged to show this conclusion is inescapable: 1. Matt 19:27-28 2. IIThess 2:1-2 3. Matt 16:27-28, MK 8:28-9:1, Luke 9:26-27 C. We today have lost nothing that was promised to us.
Can you read a Letter? #2 1 Thess. 4:1-18 Neil Woodbury You may find it more difficult than you think! We must understand how to apply the rules associated with reading of the Apostles letters to the Churches and the grammar associated with them. 1. The rules of interpretation must be our guide: A. See Chart B. 1 Thess. 4: 1-12 2. The inescapable conclusion of: A. 1Thess 4: 13-18 B. Who are the We’s and You’s?
Can you read a Letter? 1 Thess. 3:11-13 Neil Woodbury You may find it more difficult than you think! 1. Let’s take a test: 1Thess 3:11-13 2. The rules of Interpretation must be our guide: 1Thess 4:1-2 3. The inescapable conclusion of: 1Thess 4: 13-18
Faith Clearly Seen 1 Thess. 3:1-10 Neil Woodbury Faith is not only necessary to become a Christian but to remain a Christian, also. 1. Established Faith V.2 2. A vital Faith V.5 3. Manifest Faith V.6 4. Encouraged through Faith V.7 5 Growing Faith V.10
Israel Fulfilled The apostle Peter defines the character and disposition of the people populating the Lord’s church. A. Chosen Generation B. Royal Priesthood C. Holy Nation D. Special People The Old Testament confirms the Apostle’s message concerning the Christians.
WHAT IS A MOTHER?
I. Protector Exodus 2: 1 & 2 II. Planner Exodus 2: 3 - 6 III. Preparer Exodus 2: 7 – 9 Thank you Christian Mothers
The Saving Gospel! Neil Woodbury Rom 1:16-17 I. The Gospel – makes sinners – sons. Eph 2:13-19 II. The Gospel makes sons – servants. Rom 6 14-19 III. The Gospel makes servants – students. II Tim 2:15 IV The Gospel makes students - saints. I John 1:1-5 Saint or ? The Gospel of Christ is the answer
The Kingdom is Now! Are you still waiting? I. The Promise: Gen, 3:15 A. Prophecy of the Lord’s Church Dan 2:1-10 B. Confirming the Messiah from Heaven Lk 1:30-33 C. Time frame of the Kingdom Mk 8:34-9:1, Lk 22:28-30 II. The Promise was fulfilled A. All the promises concerning the Kingdom (Eclesia) fulfilled in Acts 2 B. The message and covenant proclaimed Act 2:29-37 III. The King of the Kingdom A. Isa 2:23, C. Jer 31:31-34 B. Jer 23:5-6, D. We are His subjects
Record of The Resurrection Matt 28: 1-10 “He has risen – He has risen” Indeed was the declaration of our forefathers in the Faith.
I. Reality of It A. Matt 28:1-10 B. Twelve appearances recorded II. Results of it A. Matt 28: 16-20 B. The works of Satan (Devil) destroyed III. Declaration of it A. Apostles told the world; Acts 2: 22-24
The Promise Is Through Faith #5 Hebr 11:30-40 Jesus is the author and perfecter of “The Faith” I. In faith in action fell the walls of Jericho A. Hebr 11: 30-31 II. In Faith God can accomplish all things to His obedient children. A Hebr 11: 32 -4 B. The history of faithfulness III. The great cloud of witness should encourage & enlighten us A Hebr 12:1-3
The Promise Is Through Faith #4 God speaks well of faith in practice Hebr 11:1-29 I. In faith the Patriarchs received the hope of God’s blessing A. Hebr 11: 20-22 B. The Patriarchs were prophets of the bleedings to come in Faith II. In Faith Moses became the keeper of the remnant of Israel A Hebr 11: 23-19 B. Moses Faith in God’s Word C. Moses Faith in God’s promise III. In Faith God’s Family is clearly seen A Believing – Acts 2: 36-42 B. Obedient – Acts 27:23-26 C. Faith in action James 2: 1-4, 23-26
The Promise Is Through Faith #3 God speaks well of faith in practice Hebr 11:1-29 I. Faith in God has no end A. Hebr 11: 13-16 B. 1 Peter 1:2-12 C. Faith has substance II. Faith is trust – a requirement of the promise A Hebr 11: 17-19 B. Gen 22: 1-19 C. Are you ready for a test?
The Promise Is Through Faith #2 God speaks well of faith in practice Hebr 11:1-29 I. Noah’s day compared to Jews in the days of Jesus Hebr 11:7, Luke 3:3-9 A. The comparison is clear B. Noah, John the Immerser, and Jesus warn the people. Matt 23:28-36 II. Abraham believes God’s Voice Hebr 11:8-10, Gen 12:1-5 A Where was he going? God had not said as yet – just go! Gen 12:6-9 III. Abraham and Sarah await a child Hebr 11:11-12
The Promise is through Faith; A Survey of Faith: Hebr. 11:1-29 Neil Woodbury I. Faith is trust. Hebr. 11:1 & 2 II. In Faith; the understanding of Creation Hebr. 11:3 III. Faith Brings reward. Hebr. 11:4-6 IV. Without Faith – there is no Promise. Hebr. 11 7-9 A. Faith brings beginnings and ends More to come!
Four Important F’s Philp 2: 1-11 Neil Woodbury Exploring the four F’s, to be; Firm, Faithful, Fervent, Fruitful in Christ Jesus I. Firm – In the Faith A. two kinds of Faith II. Faithful in Life Eph 4:1 III. Fervent – This fervency will show forth IV. Fruitful-in Service - 1Cor 15:58
“Gleaning Galatians Today #14” Neil Woodbury Galatians 6:11-18 The conclusion of Paul’s letter to the assemblies in Galatia. I. Fleshly motives of the Judizers Gal 6:11 - 13 II. Glory only in the cross of Jesus Gal 6:14 – 16 III. Final words of the Apostle Paul to the Galatian Assemblies Gal 6:17-18
“Gleaning Galatians Today #13” Neil Woodbury Galatians 6:1-10 Spirit = Breath effect of God upon your life in review. I. Ye who are “spiritual” Gal 6:1 - 2 A. Bear each other’s burdens II. Each man’s responsible attitude A, Gal 6:3-8 B. Bear your own burden C. Proper “sowing” III. Do not grow weary of Well-Doing A. Gal 6:9 - 10 B. As we have opportunity! C. The household of Faith - do you know them?
“Gleaning Galatians Today #11” Neil Woodbury Galatians 5:7-15 The Apostle Paul is reasoning with the brethren in Galatia to remember his words while he was with them. I. Who hinder you? Gal 5:7-9 A. Who called you? John 6:41-45 B. A little leaven… II. Paul’s confidence in the Galatians. Gal 5:10-13 A. Adopt no other view (Gospel) B. Stumbling block Is 8:11-18, 28:15-18
“Gleaning Galatians Today #9” Neil Woodbury Galatians 4:12-21 The Apostle contends for reason to return to the churches in Galatia. Gal 4:10-11. I. Paul pleads for the brethren to remember the Gospel message he preached Gal 4:12-15 II. Can truth be your enemy? Gal 4: 16-18 A. What is truth? B. To be shut out…Why? III. The Truth is always reasonable. Gal 4:19-18 A. Reasoning face to face B. The Law of Liberty James 2:8-13
Galatians 4:1-11 The Apostles allegory of the bondservant becoming the heir at the appointed time. I. Bondservant under the law-but sons out of the promise Gal 4:1-5 II. “Breath-effect “ of God’s Son, the Christ A. Gal 4:6- B. God’s promise fulfilled III. Exhortation from Paul to the Gentile Christian Gal 4:8-11 A. Turning back to rudiments is not advancement B. Hebr. 6:1-8 Teaches us this –
“Gleaning Galatians Today #7” Neil Woodbury Galatians 3:21-29 Through Faith we are heirs to ‘the promise” God gave to Abraham Gal 3:21-22 I. Now that Faith has come Gal 3:23-24 A. Faith Revealed II. Law was the “Tutor” Gal 3:25 III. In Faith we are sons of God Gal 3:26-29
Gleaning Galatians Today #6 Galatians 3:15-22 l. Covenant Details. Gal. 3:15 ll. The Promise Spoken Gal 3 16 lll. The LAW was added to “The Promise” A. Gal. 3: 17-22 B. Inheritance through “The Promise” unto Abraham. C. What is the purpose of the Law?
Rethink Priorities I. The Arch of Confidence A. The Sides B. The Keystone C. The Base II. The “mystery revealed” in Christ Jesus A. Eph 2:16-18 B. Gal. 3:13-16 C. Never Forget III. What the Apostles and Prophets Built A. Apostles word was done B. The Revelation is complete C. Stand on the solid foundation
Gleaning Galatians Today #5 Defense of the sufficient Gospel Preached I. Out of the works of law or through faith in Christ Jesus? Gal 3:2-5 II. Believing God equals Righteousness Gal 3:6-13 III. Promise of the Spirit through faith Gal 3:14, Gen 15:1-6 & !3-21
Gleaning Galatians continued Galatians 2:11-21 I. The power of the Judaizer’s Gal 2:11-14 II. How Are We Justified? Gal 2:15-17 A. Works of The Law B. Through Faith In Jesus Christ III. What do we build – And what must we destroy? Gal 2:18-20 A. The Law brings death B. The Faith brings life IV. The Grace of God Gal 2:21 A. A noun or verb?
Galatians 2:11-21 I. The power of the Judaizer’s Gal 2:11-14 II. How Are We Justified? Gal 2:15-17 A. Works of The Law B. Through Faith In Jesus Christ III. What do we build – And what must we destroy? Gal 2:18-20 A. The Law brings death B. The Faith brings life IV. The Grace of God Gal 2:21 A. A noun or verb?
Gleaning Galatians Today #2 Neil Woodbury Galatians 2:3-10 I. The Judaizer Problem Gal 2:3-10 A. A threat to the pure Gospel B. A threat to the Gentile converts C. No compelling evidence that gentiles should come under the law II. False brethren, unawares III. Liberty In Christ, Bondage under the Law IV. Grace, the plan of redemption
Gleaning Galatians Today Neil Woodbury Galatians 1:18-25 & 2:1-10 Setting the time and place of the Apostle Paul and those in Jerusalem I The Gospel Preached unto the uttermost parts of the earth Gal 1:18-24 II Paul to Jerusalem (by revelation) Gal 2:1-2, Acts 15: 1-6 III The Judaizer Problem Gal 2:3-10 A. A threat to the pure Gospel B. A threat to the Gentile converts
Thankfulness is a Virtue Philippians 4: 1-9 Add to your Faith –Virtue! Rejoice in the Lord always! Philip 4:4-7 How can we remain thankful? Philip 4:8 & 9 We wish you a HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Gleaning Galatians Text Gal 1:11-24 Dating the writing, the source of the letter, to what purpose. I. Paul the Apostle of Christ (not of men) II. Paul’s call and background Acts 9:10-16 III. The unity of the Apostolic Message-not a religious system, but the mind of Christ through the will of God.
A Different Gospel One God: Deut 6:4, James 2:19 One Savior Acts 2:36 One Gospel 1 Cor 15:1-2
Preaching “101” in A.D. 50 Is it still useful today? Acts 24:10-27 Background of Paul’s hearing before the Roman Governor Three points need examined I. Righteousness II. Self Control III. Judgment to come Don’t be like King Agrippa in Acts 26; who said to the Apostle Paul “You almost persuaded me to be a Christian.” Time is always short.
The Making of a Disciple Matt 28: 16-20 Neil Woodbury
The Charge was to the Eleven: A. The Beatitudes B. The Apostles (Acts 1:1-8)
The Charge was to the Evangelist II Timothy 2:1-3
The Charge to the Brethren II Peter 1:1-11
The Lord’s way is the only way to have the results we hope to have! Making True Disciples
The Beatitudes Matt 5: 10-12 Who doesn't want to be a peace maker in this world? I. Who can be a Peacemaker? Mat 5:9 II. The humanist say; Give peace a chance. Is 9:6 (LXX) III. But a lasting peace seems elusive to the world. 2 Thess 1:3-10
The Beatitudes Matt 5: 1-12 Who doesn't want to be a peace maker in this world? I. Who can be a Peacemaker? Mat 5:9 II. The humanist say; Give peace a chance. Is 9:6 (LXX) III. But a lasting peace seems elusive to the world. 2 Thess 1:3-10
The Sermon on the Mount #7 :The Beatitudes Matt 5:1-12, Neil Woodbury Introduction: To see God – that is the hope of the seeker of God. Heb.11:6 - - the seeker I. The Pure in Heart. Mat 5:8 ll. How can our heart be pure? Rom 6:1-11 lll. The will see God. Rev 22:1-4
The Beatitudes Matt 5: 1-12 Introduction; Micah 6:8 He has told you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justice, to love kindness, And to walk humbly with your God? NASU Read Matt 5:7 I. Mercy brings gratitude II. Mercy brings humbleness III. Faith brings forgiveness IV. God’s love brings mercy, reward and punishment
As Jesus teaches the people on the mountainside, he is revealing what His Father desires His people to be like. Matt 5:6 Righteousness, John 7:37 Hunger and Thirst Will be filled : A Concept of filled.
What did they hear on the mountain side? Read Matt 5:5 The Meek What is the earth? The Jews understood what. To inherit from who? Covenant Promise
Text: Matthew 5: 1-12 Intro. Jesus Early Ministry A.D. 29 I Let’s Read Matt 5:3 – Blessed are; II Willingness to submit and learn from God III The beginnings of wisdom IV God’s Declarations.
Who is speaking? To whom is he speaking? When and where? Early Ministry, Luke 3: 1-6 Luke 3: 21-23 Matt 4: 12-25 Why speak these words? Matt 4:25-5:2 Blessed are; Matt 5:3 and following
Test the spirits â?¦carefully The method must be obeyed-from the Apostles Observant and Faithful to the Word
David will still be with us for a while as he finishes up his lessons and responsibilities. Brother Neil Woodbury will be taking over the responsibility for services as David finished up.