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Turning To A Different Gospel

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SCRIPTURE:
Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. Galatians 1:1-9

OBSERVATION:

  • What do I see in the verses I’m reading?
    • The apostle Paul is greeting and speaking to the Galatians.
    • Paul is astonished that the believers in Galatia have so quickly deserted him and God and turned to a different gospel, no that there is another one, but there are some who want to distort the true Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    • Let the one preaching a false gospel be accursed.
  • Who is the audience?
    • the church of Galatia
  • What words are repeated?
    • Jesus Christ
    • preach
    • gospel
    • grace
  • What words stand out to me?
    • ^ words just above
  • What is the main lesson or theme?
    • Preach the true Gospel of Jesus Christ

APPLICATION:

When God’s Word becomes personal

  • What is God saying to me today?
    • This is critical. If what is being preached and taught is contrary to what God’s Holy word says, it’s an idol [g]od (little g, because it’s not the One true Triune God) and is a fake gospel.
  • How can I apply what I just read to my life?
    • I must be in God’s word daily and pray to God (unceasingly), to have a personal relationship with Him. It is, at that point my heart and mind are opened to Him and the Holy Spirit works in and through me to share/preach/teach the true Gospel of Jesus Christ.
  • Are there any changes I need to make?
    • I need to step aside and get out of God’s way. I’m a vessel for God’s purpose. It’s about Him, not me. I’m simply a conduit for God to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is all from HIM.

PRAYER:
Dear Heavenly Father God, thank You for Your word and the free gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. I pray that I don’t get in Your way to share a false gospel. I pray that I stay in Your word and share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ by Your guidance. Whatever sin, not known nor aware to me, I’ve committed, I ask for forgiveness and strive to be a Christ Ambassador to lead lost souls to You. In Jesus’ holy and precious name, amen.

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Be Humble and Sober-Minded

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Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you. Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in your faith and in the knowledge that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering. And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ Jesus, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you. To Him be the power forever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 5:6‭-‬11

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  • First, Peter the Apostle teaches that God can use difficulties to strengthen Christians and their witness. Knowing this can bring hope. We discover how faith, refined by suffering, can help us see the Lord more clearly. It gives valuable advice for holding firm in difficult times. Peter saw that increasing hardship and persecution had scattered believers, which spread their witness but caused some to wonder if God had abandoned them. Peter wrote to encourage them, offering them hope and meaning in the midst of their suffering. What is going on in this scripture?
  • Peter gives specific directions, to be obedient and humble, and to cast their care upon God. He then urges all to be sober-minded, watchfulness against temptations, and devoted in the faith, praying sincerely for them; finally, Peter’s letter ends with somber spiritual praise, combined greetings, and his apostolical prayerful blessing.

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  • What is the theme?
    1. Humility is the great preserver of peace and order in all Christian churches and societies, therefore, pride is the great troublemaker of them, and the cause of most controversies and violations in the church.
    2. There is a collective resistance between God and the proud, so the word conveys; they war against Him, and He utterly disdains them; he resists the proud because they are like the devil, enemies to Himself and to His kingdom among men, Proverbs 3:34.
    3. Where God gives grace to be humble, He will give more grace, more wisdom, faith, holiness, and humility. Then, the apostle adds: Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time, 1 Peter 5:6.
      1. We learn,
        • The consideration of the omnipotent hand of God should make us humble and submissive to him in all that He brings upon us.
        • Humbling ourselves to God under His hand is the next way to salvation and glorification; patience under His wrath, and submission to His pleasure, repentance, prayer, and hope in His mercy, will cause involvement for His help and set us free in due time.

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  • How can it be applied to our own lives?
    • Everything mentioned that Peter is urging and encouraging us to do in scripture. I mean, “Just Do It!”
    • Find ways to grow our faith and spread/share the Good News of the Gospel.
  • What changes need to be made? Is there any action that needs to happen?
    • Not to sound like a broken record, “Just Do It!”
    • We need to stop procrastinating and stop believing the lies of the enemy (the devil) and our own lies from our inner voices.

What can you think of and offer to fit this scripture and list of things that relate to the current day? Share!

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Prayer: Thank You, Father God, for everything, good and bad. I pray that we all learn from our mistakes and stand firm in our faith. Please place me (us) where You want us to be Your vessels in planting seeds and bringing lost souls to You. I love, adore, honor, glorify, and revere You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

 

The Abundant Farmer

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What is going on in this scripture?

  • The apostle Paul gives directions about the acceptable way and style of achieving charity, namely, bountifully, deliberately, and freely; and gives good encouragement for so doing it.

How can this be applied to our own lives?

  • Giving to help in charity is difficult for everyone at the best of times. It’s hard because there are so many seeking for us to give to them. It’s difficult to decide which is the best option for the best purpose. So, many times we develop a bah-humbug attitude to charity. Mostly because we feel that we’re being ripped off.
  • We need encouragement from the right sources to make sure we’re doing the right thing and not letting charity fall through the cracks in life.
  • I find it’s easier to help in charity with things that God presents spur of the moment, instead of a huge ordeal, let’s say, like at Christmastime, etc. Although, it’s fun to give gifts to people during a big holiday. We shouldn’t keep our charity focused on one thing or in one area. I believe. (Just my thoughts and opinion.)
  • The main thing about charity is this:
    • Does it honor, glorify, and bless God?
    • Who is the focus on, man or God?
  • It should always point back to God in the end. If not, it’s for all the wrong reasons.

Prayer: Dear Father God, I pray in thanking You for using me for Your purpose and plan. I pray the same for the readers of this blog. I pray that we can be cheerful givers that points to You, not ourselves. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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Seek Unity

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Believers are never told to become one; we already are one, and are expected to act like it. – Joni Eareckson Tada Seek Unity. Be in harmony. We need to stop making everything in life about us and just be in unity and be in harmony with God. It’s all about God. Everything points to God. We are all parts of One body, Christ, The Church. What does unity & harmony look like for you and in your life? Me? Yeah, I’m guilty of not always being in harmony. Life is overwhelming, when I try to go at it in my own steam. I need God. Without Him, I’m not even worthy enough to say I’m nothing. I’m less than nothing. Jesus makes me who & what I am. What about you? Thank You, Adonai, for the gift of salvation and a home in Heaven for eternity, when that time comes. I pray the same for all those who read this. In Jesus’ name, amen!

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Death on the Cross

Pure Reverence

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Passion Week – Day 3. Jesus is at Simon’s house. A women poured an expensive bottle of perfume over Jesus’ head. The others were disgruntled at her doing so and chastised her for it. They didn’t understand the gravity of what she did. But, Jesus did. He told them to leave her alone. She was showing him more love than they could imagine. Instead of waiting until He was dead to prep His body for burial, she was doing it now. This is pure revrent worship of God. How many of us can say we show pure revrent worship to God? I’d venture to guess, not many. I’m guilty as charged. My challenge to you, today, is to pour out pure revrent worship to God. Afterall, He died and rose again for each of us. He redeemed us of our sins. Our Redeemer ??✝️?‍♀️??

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Listen and praise and worship God with me in this song: “How Great Thou Art”

The Temple – House of Prayer

 

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Passion Week – Day 2 Jesus arrives at and enters the temple to find money changers inside and drives them out because the temple is a house if prayer. He, then, began to teach daily in the temple. However, the religious leaders & teachers weren’t happy about it. They began plans to kill Jesus. They wanted to stop Him. But, they couldn’t think of anything. The people hung on Jesus’ every word. We have to contemplate what the impact of this is. Why did the religious leaders want to stop Jesus so bad they want to kill Him over it? Why did the people hang on Jesus’ every word? What did the people gain from listening to and following through with what the learned from listening to Jesus? Let me know your thoughts on this scripture. Me? Yeah, Jesus was teaching of the benefits of turning from the pagan gods and surrendering to the One true God pulling from the old testament and current state of what’s to come (prophecy). People liked what they heard, why? Because Jesus wasn’t teaching about man-made ritualistic rules. What else? Your turn!

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Live to Please God

 

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Live to please God, not man! If you question God’s will for your life… Here you go! Please God, not man! Yeah, I know, living in this world is tough. Our attitude makes a major impact on how tough life can be. Take it in stride. Keep moving. Don’t take everything personal. You’re giving yourself too much credit. Everyone is fighting a battle. It’s not about us. Don’t let the devil get into your head with his lies. He wants, more than anything, to keep you distracted with lies so you’ll be living in chaos. That’s his world, not ours. ?️In Jesus’ name, devil, get out, you do not belong here! Jesus wins! ✝️? Amen! I challenge you to post a praise to Jesus and kick the devil out! Share with me so I can go and praise with you!

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