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Today is Sunday, March 2, 2025, Quinquagesima Sunday, a 2nd class feast, with the color of violet. In this episode: The meditation: “The Foretelling of the Passion,” today's news from the Church: “Neither Schismatic nor Excommunicated,” and today's thought from the Archbishop. Sources Used Today: From Epiphany to Lent (Angelus Press) “Neither Schismatic nor Excommunicated” (FSSPX.news) https://fsspx.news/en/news/neither-schismatic-nor-excommunicated-1-50789 The Spiritual Life- Archbishop Lefebvre (Angelus Press) - - - - - - - We'd love your feedback on these Daily Devotionals! What do you like / not like, and what would you like us to add? podcast@sspx.org - - - - - - - Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> - - - - - - - Explore more: Subscribe to the email version of this Devotional - it's a perfect companion! Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ - - - - - What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  - - - - - - What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them.

In this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce will dive into Malachi 1:11, exploring its prophetic connection to Eucharistic worship in the early Church. Dr. Boyce will investigate how this Old Testament passage foreshadows the practices of Christian Eucharist, as seen through the writings of early Church Fathers such as Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Tertullian, Hippolytus, and Athanasius. By examining these early theological voices, Dr. Boyce will highlight how they recognized the fulfillment of Malachi's prophecy in the Church's sacramental life, offering a deeper understanding of the Eucharist as an integral part of Christian worship from the very beginning. Join us for this compelling exploration of Scripture, early Christian writings, and the rich history of the Eucharist in the Church. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives newsletters and one on one discussions with Dr. Boyce, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7 #Malachi1:11 #EucharisticWorship #EarlyChurchFathers #JustinMartyr #Irenaeus #Tertullian #Hippolytus #Athanasius #ChristianEucharist #ChurchHistory #SacramentalTheology #ProphecyAndTheEucharist #ChristianWorship #OldTestamentProphecy #FACTSPodcast #TheologyExploration #MalachisProphecy #EucharistInTheChurch

Many notable people have walked the earth, but none as significant as Jesus Christ. Listen now as Pastor Robert and his wife Carolyn discuss God's original plan for mankind and the awesome foretelling of the birth of our Savior.   One by One is the Podcast Ministry of Pastor Robert L. Scott Jr. of Quench Life Christian Fellowship. To learn more about QLCF, visit quenchlife.org. To support our ministry as we spread the Gospel, visit quenchlife.org/giving.

This Sunday, Pastor Ben Applebee begins our new Christmas series called "Peace Be Still", which focuses on Mark 4:39. The first sermon in this series is called "Their foretelling becomes OUR foretelling"Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

Introduction: Christmas is a beautiful season full of wonder and mystery. A lot of people focus on the material things, but as Christians it is a season for us to focus on the King of Christmas. We often turn to very familiar passages. Familiar passages can become trite if we are not careful. They can…

First week of the new series Wonder. Luke takes us on lightning journey through the bible.

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There's 2 sides of the coin of prophecy. Foretelling & forth telling. Describing what will happen in the future no matter what…and causing the future to happen because we partner with God's word to us in obedience. When Elijah prophesied there'd be a drought, at his word it didn't rain nor was there dew on the ground for 3.5 years! God has built into this world whereby mankind partners with God. As we partner with Him, His words can fill our mouths and His purposes are rendered to us to walk out to the level of faith and obedience we're willing to. This coincides with prophecy at its core. Hearing from God and saying what He says. Some things simply won't happen because we don't partner with God to see them happen…this has got to change!

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Part 90 of "Luke: Mission to the World"

Title: Stand or Flee Text: Acts 14:1-7 FCF: We often struggle to courageously stand for the gospel without being foolish. Prop: Because the gospel's polarizing effect leads to severe opposition, we must stand against false teaching but wisely preserve our life if we are permitted to. PG - Lycaonia (Lie; K; own; ya), namely Lystra (Lie; struh) and Derbe. Scripture Intro: [Slide 1] Turn in your bible to Acts chapter 14. In a moment we'll begin reading in verse 1 from the LSB. You can follow along in the pew bible on page 1248 or in whatever version you prefer. Last week we saw the second leg of Paul and Barnabas' missionary journey come to a close. After traveling to Cyprus and then to Pamphylia, they found themselves in the city of Pisidian Antioch, where they continued their practice of preaching to Jews in the local synagogue. However, things quickly went south as the Jews grew jealous of the influence of the Christians and incited prominent men and women to run them out of town. They travel several miles south east to the ancient city of Iconium. It is here that we have our next scene in this episode of the first missionary journey. Please stand with me out of respect for and to focus on the reading of the Word of God. Invocation: Father, Your children take refuge in the shadow of Your wings. We feast on the abundance of Your house, and You give us drink from the river of Your delights. For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light do we see light. Gracious Lord, come now and feed Your children from Your Word. Show us again how precious is Your steadfast love. It is for Jesus' sake we ask this… Amen. Transition: [Slide 2A] Scientists have discovered that within each animal species there exists the flight or fight response. When facing danger, oftentimes an animal will begin to fight and then run when they determine they are not able to win. Or they will begin to run until they are cornered and they will fight. In many ways we are similar to animals and this is one of them. Human beings often display this fight or flight response. Let's look at an example of this right now… [Slide 2B] [[VIDEO]]…. Today, we will see Paul and Barnabas face severe opposition and even danger of harm or death. Let's see if they respond the way Moira did. I.) The gospel's polarizing effect produces severe opposition, so we must boldly stand and give a defense for the hope we have in us. (1-3) a. [Slide 3] 1 - Now it happened that in Iconium they entered the synagogue of the Jews together and spoke in such a manner that a large number of people believed, both of Jews and of Greeks. i. Although it is difficult for us to know how much time they spent in Pisidian Antioch, we can guess that it was no doubt several weeks. ii. This means that their missionary journey is probably a few months in. Paul is recovering slowly from Malaria. His eyes are either bloodshot, a milky white, or yellowed. He can't see very well anyway and he looks pretty rough. iii. Nevertheless, the Lord gives him and Barnabas power to travel as they have been chased from Pisidian Antioch. iv. [Slide 4] As we can see on the map behind us, Pisidian Antioch is located over the mountains and into the interior regions of Asia Minor. 1. [Slide 5] Serving as a hub between various trade routes, mountainous and fertile plains, Iconium is a uniquely situated plateau, suited well for commerce. 2. Local legend says that it was the first city built after the great flood. 3. [Slide 6] Historically we know that the city of Iconium has been inhabited since the third Millenium BC. That is since 3000 BC this city has been occupied. And it was first settled by the Hittites. 4. Because of its strategic value, it has changed hands several times. In fact, when Paul and Barnabas arrive it had recently been given the name Claudiconium to reflect the emperor at that time, Claudius. 5. One asks why Luke did not record the city's name as Claudiconium instead of Iconium. By the time Luke writes the book of Acts, somewhere in the AD 60s, Claudius was no longer emperor and the city had reverted back to the previous name – Iconium. v. [Slide 7] Once again, we recognize the general strategy of Paul and Barnabas' mission. They go to highly populated areas where there is a significant Jewish presence. vi. And they once again go to the Jews first, speaking in the synagogue. 1. Despite just being rejected and chased out of a city by Jews, and Paul's physical maladies to boot, he speaks powerfully and many Jews and Gentiles alike believe on the Lord Jesus. 2. We wonder what Gentiles were doing in the synagogue. 3. Although it seems like Luke suggests that this is one speaking engagement, no doubt like it did in Pisidian Antioch they continued to preach and teach once the synagogue was dismissed. vii. Unfortunately, it is a new city with the same old problems. b. [Slide 8] 2 - But the unbelieving Jews instigated and embittered the minds of the Gentiles against the brothers. i. The LSB's translation of a couple of words here in this verse is interesting. ii. The word for unbelieving is actually disobedient. Most translations go with “unbelieving”. This is because the scriptures emphasize that the gospel is not only to be believed but to be obeyed. iii. The gospel is to be obeyed in the sense that all men everywhere are commanded to repent and believe the gospel. iv. The NET and the NLT combine both of these concepts into 1 as they translate this “refused to believe” and “spurned God's message” respectively. v. It is not just ambivalent disregard here – this is active unbelief. As is demonstrated by their actions. vi. They actively instigate and embitter the minds of the Gentiles. vii. To instigate means to stir up, to rouse or excite. viii. The word embitter is a great translation but to bring it to a more updated word we might say they “poisoned” the minds of the gentiles. ix. Luke says that they stirred up and poisoned the minds of the gentiles against the brothers. x. But who are “the brothers”? 1. It could be Paul and Barnabas. Indeed, later we find that factions begin to form among the Gentiles and they either side with the Jews or the apostles. 2. It could also be the believers in general. xi. It is difficult to know with certainty – but it matters little which is intended. If they oppose the apostles or the church, they oppose Christ. xii. It is clear that these Jews, defiant in their unbelief, desire to snuff out the gospel light if they can. c. [Slide 9] 3 - Therefore, they spent a long time there speaking boldly with reliance upon the Lord, i. I love the determination of Paul and Barnabas here. ii. After reading that the Jews were defiant in their unbelief and sought to stir up and poison the minds of the gentiles against them, we might expect this to say – therefore, they left. iii. Or therefore, they met privately in homes. iv. Instead, the opposition they face is the catalyst for them spending a long time in Iconium. v. They see this as a war of belief systems. A war of faiths and ideologies. In this, Paul and Barnabas cannot leave. They must rise up and help defend the new converts there from the lies of those who are resolute in their unbelief. vi. Again, Luke is not exactly precise with his chronology. We don't know exactly how long a “long time” is. vii. But in this time, no doubt several weeks, they preached boldly. viii. They kept preaching the truth. ix. The Greek is a bit ambiguous here. This could mean “speaking boldly in the Lord”. It could also mean “speaking boldly for the Lord”. Or it could be as literal as “speaking boldly upon the Lord” x. The LSB combines the “in the Lord” and the “upon the Lord” and fleshes it out adding the words “with reliance”. xi. This seems to be the most likely translation. xii. Meaning of course that their boldness was not foolish courage or stubbornness. xiii. Their boldness was rooted in their dependance on the grace of God. xiv. As they advised the people in Pisidian Antioch, to continue in the grace of God, they themselves demonstrated. xv. When opposed, they relied on the Lord. d. [Slide 10] who was testifying to the word of His grace, i. The unbelieving Jews had poisoned the minds of the Gentiles against the cause of Christ and the word of His grace – or the gospel. ii. Therefore, Paul and Barnabas stood courageously to cast down the strongholds of false teaching and false religion. iii. And God Himself bore witness through them. iv. God Himself gave credence to the word or the message of His grace. v. He empowered them to speak boldly which proved that the gospel they gave was true and right. vi. But that is not the only thing He empowered them to do… e. [Slide 11] granting that signs and wonders be done through their hands. i. Once again, we see the unambiguous purpose of sign gifts in the scriptures. ii. Healing, Miracles, Tongues, Foretelling the future and forthtelling New Revelation from God are all signs and wonders that God grants to His people in order to confirm and validate His message to those who have never heard. iii. Once again God, through His Spirit, confirms His message is true over and against the lies that these Jews have invented and this false religion they have espoused. iv. Here God Himself works against these descendants of Abraham to confirm the gospel and show them that they are wrong. v. This is the definitive proof that they should believe… f. [Slide 12] Summary of the Point: So once again we see the polarizing effect of the gospel of Jesus Christ. We see many Jews and Gentiles alike coming to Christ and believing on Him as the Messiah. But we also see Jews and Gentiles alike opposing the gospel and those who believe it. Paul and Barnabas stand firm and preach boldly in the power of the Lord and with His authentication of their message, they risk much to cast down false teaching and prove again that Jesus is Messiah and Lord. In this, we see the pattern for us. The polarizing effect of the gospel of Christ will produce strong opposition. In the face of that opposition we must stand firm and remain faithful to give an answer for what we believe and the hope that we have in us. Transition: [Slide 13(blank)] But how much is too much? In Pisidian Antioch, they left. When is it time to leave instead of standing and fighting? II.) The gospel's polarizing effect produces severe opposition, so we must preserve our lives if we are able. (4-7) a. [Slide 14] 4 - But the multitude of the city was divided; and some sided with the Jews, and some with the apostles. i. This statement does much to prove both points we saw last week. 1. First, it proves that God must do an individual, special, and specific work of grace within the hearts of each person who believes. a. God was empowering Paul and Barnabas to perform signs and wonders. b. He was giving them boldness. c. All of this proving that the message of the gospel was absolutely true. d. And yet still many were resolute in their unbelief. e. And this my dear friends is why God's grace is necessary for each individual person's salvation… for the unbelief of man is wickedly strong and will not be toppled by mere reason or logic or sound arguments or charismatic preachers. f. Indeed, even the empowering and authenticating signs and wonders of God Himself on display for all to see, is not enough to overcome it. g. God must do a work IN each person in order for them to believe. h. That is why we teach that salvation is by the grace of God. For without God's special work of illumination, revelation, and regeneration – no man can believe on Jesus. 2. Second, it proves that the human response to reject the gospel is the direct cause of future eternal punishment. a. You were either with the Jews or with the apostles. b. Notice there were none mentioned in-between. c. The gospel requires either devout adherence or resolute rejection. d. In order to devoutly adhere, one needs grace from God. e. In order to resolutely reject, a man need only to follow his heart which is deceitful and desperately wicked. f. No one will join us in the Kingdom of heaven because they believed without God's grace. g. And all who spend eternity in the lake of fire will do so only because they have rejected God's Word and God's law. ii. Another point we must discuss is the use of the term “apostles” here. 1. Paul and Barnabas are called apostles. Why is this an issue? a. Well, Luke uses the term apostle exclusively to refer to the twelve who were with Christ from baptism until His ascension. b. Exclusively, that is, except for this chapter. (He will use it again in verse 14 to refer to Paul and Barnabas.) 2. “Yeah, Chris, but doesn't Paul refer to himself and Barnabas as apostles in his letters?” a. Yes, he does. b. The argument is not over whether or not Paul and Barnabas are apostles. The argument is over what kind of apostles they are being called here. 3. In the scriptures the term angels can refer to spirit beings sent by God or human beings who have been sent. The term is messenger. 4. Deacons can refer both to the office of a Deacon or can be more general to mean simply a servant. 5. In the same way the term apostle has a denotative meaning – sent one. And it also has a connotative meaning – The office of Apostle. 6. Now in one sense, as Paul defends in later letters, Paul is both. Paul has seen the risen Christ and been sent by Him, specifically to the gentiles. He calls himself an apostle untimely born. 7. But Paul is also, more generally, a sent one of God. Like this missionary journey. If you remember, The Holy Spirit said to the leaders at Antioch of Syria “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” 8. It makes most sense here, keeping Luke's consistent use of the term that he does not mean the office of Apostle. Rather he means the job of the apostle. Being sent of God. iii. Finally, we should observe the division that occurs here. 1. Jesus predicted that His gospel would be a sword dividing people. 2. They are not divided along ethnic lines. For there are Jews who believed and Jews who did not. There were Gentiles who believed and Gentiles who did not. 3. We should also observe about this division, that it was more of a failure for those opposed to the gospel than it was for the apostles. 4. The unbelievers were trying to convince everyone to oppose Paul and Barnabas. 5. Paul and Barnabas were preaching the message of the grace of God. 6. The fact that it was still divided, with many on either side, was a victory for Paul and Barnabas. 7. What does such a victory bring about in Iconium? b. [Slide 15] 5 - And when an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and the Jews with their rulers to mistreat and to stone them, 6 they became aware of it and fled to the cities of Lycaonia (Lie; K; own; ya), Lystra (Lie; struh) and Derbe, and the surrounding region; i. Again, we see the situation escalate. ii. At first, the Jews stirred up and poisoned the minds of the gentiles. iii. But when that failed, they conspired together with the gentiles and the rulers of the city to do violence to them. iv. They conspired to abuse and to kill them. v. It seems that the unbelieving Jews and Gentiles were not gaining the ground they'd like to have by arguing against Paul and Barnabas. vi. If you can't beat them by forceful argumentation, beat them by physical abuse and extermination. vii. Although the text does not say it, we know that ultimately the Lord allowed Paul and Barnabas to be made aware of this plot to kill them. viii. They do not presume upon the Lord's grace to stay in the city and keep preaching. ix. Instead, they flee south east to the cities of the plain of Lycaonia (Lie; K; own; ya), namely Lystra (Lie; struh) and Derbe. x. What might they do there? xi. Hide? No… c. [Slide 16] 7 - and there they continued to proclaim the gospel. i. Once again, we see that the gospel cannot be stopped. ii. Paul and Barnabas have been chased out of two cities so far. iii. You'd think that would be enough for them to pack it in and go home. iv. But instead, for the sake of the gospel, they go on in the power of the Spirit of God and keep preaching. d. [Slide 17] Summary of the Point: And so, we see that the gospel's polarizing effect again seems only increase over time. The more and more the gospel is accurately preached, the more extreme the responses get. Paul and Barnabas stand and defend the truth. In the process the gospel light only increased and the new believers were grown quickly in their faith. But eventually, after a long time of refuting the errors of the unbelievers, they grew tired and sought to silence Paul and Barnabas by torture and death. It is at this point that Paul and Barnabas left for another city. In this we have an example for us to follow. While it is good and right to stand up to false ideologies and cast down strongholds of the mind and false faiths, when our lives are threatened and we are able to escape, we should. Conclusion: So, what have we seen here today CBC? How shall we live? Doctrinal Takeaway: [Slide 18] Last week's theme continues into today with a slightly different emphasis. Last week we proved how the gospel produces a polarizing effect among men. This week we see that effect in action. We see it sharpen into strong opposition against the gospel and its believers. And we see Barnabas and Paul respond in two different ways dependent on that opposition. So, we must respond to opposition against the gospel in the same way they did. We must stand courageously against false ideologies and faiths that undermine or contradict the true gospel of Christ. But if the opposition rises to physical violence and even death, and we are able to escape, we should take that opportunity and flee. But let me expand upon this a little today so we can be adequately prepared for what we might face. 1.) [Slide 19] Mind Transformation: “What truth must we believe from this text?” or “What might we not naturally believe that we must believe because of what this text has said?” We must believe that we will face strong opposition for our devout adherence to the gospel. a. I think for a long time in this country, such a thought would be much more difficult to believe. b. Because religious freedom has been baked into this country, we have enjoyed an extended time of peace here with no real threat of persecution against our faith. c. But in the last decade or so, to consider sin a right, a freedom, and even something to be celebrated, has become the predominant view. d. Just this week I was bombarded three times by the same ad on Youtube. e. The add spoke of the great attack and conspiracy to steal reproductive freedom from women by the great evil plaguing our nation called abortion bans. f. As I watched it sounded like a prolife ad, except it was for the gruesome murder and dismemberment of human children in the womb. g. But the woman in the ad earnestly plead with me to not allow the killing of babies to be taken away from her. h. My friends, our culture IS the culture of Romans 1. We are in the judgment of God because God is allowing us to do whatever we want. He is allowing people to suppress the truth. He is allowing people to sin to their heart's content. i. It is in this environment that a pure hatred can grow against any who would confess Christ. j. You say, well why? What has Jesus loving me and dying for my sin have to do with their desire to sin? k. My friends, man loves their sin and only wishes to keep doing it. A group of people claiming to have been freed from the thing they love by Jesus's brutal torture and murder… what does that not so subtly say about the thing they love? l. No one likes to be told they are wrong. No one likes to be told that what they love is actually terrible and terrible for them. m. No one likes to be told they will answer to a holy God that will judge justly by His law. n. My friends… the gospel of Jesus Christ – if we are preaching it correctly – drives a permeant wedge between those appointed to eternal life and those who have refused to believe. o. And though we never do any harm to them, that we would preach against their sin is harm enough. p. That is enough to raise their ire and spark the flame of their hatred. q. And should the Lord allow, one day, perhaps not too long from now, we will experience exactly what Paul and Barnabas experienced. r. Why? s. Because the gospel is just that divisive. t. It offers too much for us to cling to it loosely. And it is too full of judgment and wrath to be casually ignored. 2.) [Slide 20] Refutation: “What lies must we cast down” or “What do we naturally believe, or have been taught to believe, that this passage shows is false?” We must deny that it is loving or kind to let others undermine our faith or blaspheme the Lord of glory. a. As contradictory as it may seem, in the same culture that loves their sin and hates when people call it that… they also preach tolerance as a primary way to express your love and kindness toward others. b. The one way you can show you love your child is to affirm their choices and love them for their unique self-image. c. Tolerance is king. We must all co-exist. Accept each other and affirm each other. d. But Paul and Barnabas did not do a lot of affirming or accepting of the unbelieving Jews and Gentiles in Iconium. e. Instead, they courageously stood against them and by the power of God preached with signs and wonders the gospel of grace. f. No my friends, if we know that the sin which men love will ultimately condemn them to an eternity of the wrath of God on them – then it cannot possibly kind or loving to affirm them in their choices to pursuit it… can it? g. Wouldn't that be more like hate? h. It is unkind and hateful to allow someone to walk around with toilet paper stuck to their shoe or a kick me sign attached to their back… i. How much more so to allow someone to sin with reckless abandon and affirm their choices to do so! 3.) [Slide 21] Refutation: “What lies must we cast down” or “What do we naturally believe, or have been taught to believe, that this passage shows is false?” We must deny that standing courageously to defend the gospel is the same as standing courageously to defend America or conservatism. a. Given the events that have transpired over the last 24 hours, I have added this application for us today to help us to filter our emotions out. b. Standing courageously to defend conservatism or the future of this country is not at all what I am talking about today. c. If you have interpreted anything I have said up to this point or anything after this point to be about the Republican Party, Donald Trump, or the future of the United States of America… then you are missing the point. d. This sermon is not about saving this country. This sermon is not about any political candidate's success of failure. This sermon is not about going on twitter, Instagram, tik tok, facebook or wherever to courageously engage your political opponent. e. Everything I have said is for the success and fruitfulness of the Kingdom of Christ. f. If you can't separate the two, then you have a problem. g. I admit that conservatism is linked in some ways to biblical Christianity. I admit that our culture and our country are in a dire place. h. But let me be clear. i. The only thing that can save us from where we are and what we have become is Jesus Christ and Him crucified. j. We already have The Savior – we don't need another one. k. Every single word of this sermon except for what I have spoken on in this point was written prior to the events that occurred last night. l. Do not go home and think that Pastor Chris gave a message about no longer being timid about speaking out your political positions. m. NO! n. GO and preach Christ! That is what we should not be timid about! o. The events from last night should not embolden you to vote for someone, to speak out against others, to be more engaged politically or any other trivial matter of this earth! p. The events of last night should embolden you to share the gospel of Jesus Christ to those who are perishing! q. Paul and Barnabas didn't give a rip about who was emperor or who was ruling Iconium for that matter. r. They preached Christ and Him crucified. And so should we. s. Christ is King! Let all others bow in humble praise and worship. 4.) [Slide 21] Exhortation: “What actions should we take?” or “What is this passage specifically commanding us to do that we don't naturally do or aren't currently doing?” We must stand resolutely against false teaching and be ready to give a defense for the hope we have within us. a. I Peter 3:15 says “Set apart Christ as Lord in your hearts always ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and fear, having a good conscience so that in the thing in which you are slandered, those who disparage your good conduct in Christ will be put to shame.” b. Indeed, we must stand against false teaching and false gospels. We must oppose the love and practice of sin. c. Not with a moralistic message imploring ungodly people to adopt godly standards… but to repent of their sin and believe the gospel that Christ has died for sinners. d. We must do this boldly and compassionately. We must call them to the same salvation that we have been given. Not because we are superior to them, but because we are the same as they are, yet by the grace of God we have received Christ! e. And we must trust the Lord to sustain us and to lead His people to Him. f. We must stand resolute without sacrificing gentleness, and defend the gospel of Christ which is the only hope for men. g. This is our calling. All for the sake of the gospel of Christ. For we have set Him apart as Lord over us. 5.) [Slide 22] De-Exhortation: “What actions should we stop doing” or “What behaviors do we naturally practice that this passage tells us to stop doing?” We must not presume upon the Lord and refuse opportunities to preserve our lives if they are in danger for preaching the gospel. a. Even in the midst of great persecution we are not to be foolish with our lives. b. Yes we must stand resolutely against the false teachings and religions of this age. c. Yes we are to rebuke sin and preach Christ crucified for sinners. d. But when the Lord providentially reveals to us both a danger to our lives and a way of escape, we should not balk at taking it. e. We ought not presume on the Lord's strength to preserve us. Instead, we must see God's provision of a way out as His way of preserving us. f. Not all of us will be spared the fiery furnace. Some of us will need to flee like Paul and Barnabas. 6.) [Slide 23] Comfort: “What comfort can we find here?” or “What peace does the Lord promise us in light of this passage of scripture?” The Lord will enable us to stand courageously and He can also deliver us safely from harm. a. But either way, the Lord is still our comfort and strength. b. Either way we are trusting in the Lord's provision. c. Either He provides the grace and power we need to stand boldly before those who oppose us, giving us answers and eloquence to make a strong defense of the gospel, d. Or he provides wisdom and opportunity to flee our oppressors to carry on the gospel work in another place. e. For the first item, we know that God will enable us to stand courageously. He has promised that the Spirit will help us give answers. Not that we should not prepare ourselves accordingly. We must be ready. But we also have been promised Divine assistance in the moment. f. But about the second item, notice, friends, I said can. He can do this. We can't presume that He will always rescue us physically from harm. We know that the Lord at times allows His people to be martyred for Him. We saw that in the twin stories of James and Peter. One was killed by Herod the other was miraculously delivered from Herod. g. God is not obligated to save our physical earthly lives… h. But knowing that He will enable us to stand courageously and that He CAN deliver us from harm … is a great comfort to His people in this world of sin. [Slide 24(end)] Let me close with a prayer by the Puritan Lewis Bayly Be merciful O Father, to Your whole church wherever they live upon the face of the earth. Defend them from the rage and the tyranny of the devil, the world, and antichrist. Give Your gospel a free and joyful passage for the conversion of Your elect throughout the world. Bless the churches and kingdoms where we live with continuance of peace, justice, and true religion. Direct the ministers and magistrates of this realm to govern the people in true religion, justice, obedience and tranquility. Comfort Your people who are sick in body or mind. And be favorable to all who suffer persecution for the testimony of Your truth and holy gospel. Give them a gracious deliverance out of all their troubles in whatever way it seems best to Your wisdom, for the glory of Your name, for the further enlarging of the truth, and for the increase of their own comfort. Hasten Your coming, blessed Savior, and end these sinful days. We pray this in Jesus' name… Amen. Benediction: May the God who shouted, “Moab is My washbasin Over Edom I toss My sandal, Over Philistia I shout in triumph” Lead you to always triumph in Christ And spread through you everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him. Until we meet again… Go in Peace.

ONLINE 2024The ForetellingMark 9:30-37Ethan YoungJune 09, 2024Scripture Outline (Mark 9:30-37)  Jesus foretells his death and resurrection (vs. 30-32). Disciples are questioned by Jesus (vs. 33-34). Jesus explains true greatness (vs. 35-37).

Healing by Christ of the Man by the Pool is a Foretelling of Our Spiritual Life. It is an Important Lesson During the Lenten Season Today's Gospel is well known to many Christians. John tells us about the healing by Christ of the man by the pool. The Church selects this scripture as a reminder that we are all cleaned and healed in the pool of water at our Baptism. Baptism can only be done once, and it is permanent. However, it has little value if we do not do something. Hear what the Church teaches us on this day and during the Lenten Season. Listen to this Meditation Media. -------------------------- Image: Christ Heals the Man by the Pool: Spanish Painter: Bartolomé Estebán Murillo: 1670 Gospel Reading: John 5: 1-16

This week, Stephen takes us back to the darkly comic and twisted historical world of "The Black Adder." In the series opener, "The Foretelling," we're introduced to the scheming Prince Edmund, the man who would (much to his own surprise) become the Duke of Edinburgh. Through a series of unfortunate (and hilarious) events, Edmund finds himself rewriting history and battling a host of real and imagined foes in his quest for power. Join Stephen, along with Amy, TVsTravis, and Audie, on "Those Were The Days," as they dissect the genius of Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson's creation, exploring its sharp wit, satirical take on history, and the legacy of one of television's most beloved black comedies. From the infamous first line misheard as a call to arms, to the birth of the character we all love to despise, this episode unpacks the humor, absurdity, and brilliance of "The Foretelling."Next Week - Watch The Red Green Show - S9E7 - Streaming on Amazon Prime VideoSend us feedback about the show on Twitter at @thosedaysshow or email us thosewerethedaysshow@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter!StephenAmyAudieTvsTravisSupport 2Dorks on PatreonJoin us every Monday at 9pm ET on Twitch to watch live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"He is before all things, and by Him all things hold together." -Colossians 1:17 Hold fast to (t)His Sound, like it's His Feet, like it's Her Throne. Don't let go. When you stay Here, when you stay hearing this, you can begin anything, you can create everything.  That desire becomes not a desire, but The Promise It originally was.  The Foretelling of what's here, that can't yet be seen. But I'm hearing It.  I'm feeling It.  I'm thanking God for It, for you. Please stop pretending to worry. Pretend Faith, today  I love you  I am you nik  Support the show: ▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings __________________________________________ Today's Quotes:    "You were worried. You still didn't realize who you have on your shoulders, protecting you." -Maharajji  "Love is the glue that holds the universe together. Don't become unglued." - @meditationswithsteve via IG "There is a divine armor around you that is protecting you; you have nothing to worry about. Know this and keep walking ahead in life with satisfaction, confidence, joy, patience, fullness, and faith."-Sri Sri Ravi Shankar "The stars come up spinning every night, bewildered in love. They would grow ired with that revolving if they weren't. They would say, How long do we have to do this? God picks up the reed-flute world and blows. Each note is a need coming through one of us, a passion, a longing pain. Remember the lips where the breath originated, and let your note be clear. Do not try to end it. Be your note. I will show you how that is enough. Go up on the roof at night in this city of the soul. Let everyone climb on their roofs and sing their notes. Sing loud." - Rumi, The Big Red Book "You're not supposed to get anything out of abiding in I amness. It's purpose is to desolve that which thinks it needs Something." - @peterstoughton1 "The cloud has no destination which it must reach. It is purposeless. In much the same way, when there is no longer a sense of worry, a concern for what comes next, one can walk without needing to arrive." -Wu Hsin 

The angel Gabriel appears to Mary telling her she will have a son using OT language to indicate that he will be the promised Messiah who will bring the kingdom of heaven.

The Angel Gabriel visits Zechariah telling him he and Elizabeth will have a son. He is to name him John, and John will prepare the way for the Messiah.

Today InPerspective with Dr. Harry Reeder December 26, 2023

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Peering into our crystal ball for 2024, we predict that businesses will keep churning out AI tools, and that this will effect everything from wars to elections to religion to business opportunities. As ever Mark and Pete have the answers.

Peering into our crystal ball for 2024, we predict that businesses will keep churning out AI tools, and that this will effect everything from wars to elections to religion to business opportunities. As ever Mark and Pete have the answers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support.

"Blackadder" is a British comedy that originally aired in 1983. It was created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson with the concept of exploring historical periods and characters in a comedic and satirical manner. With each new series a different era is visited. Atkinson's portrayal of Edmund became iconic and helped the show become an all time classic in British television comedy. Can a Shakespearean style comedy work on a comedic television show? And if so will it hold up 40 year later. Listen as thr guys deep dive Blackadder's pilot episode, "The Foretelling" and find out. Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Tim McInnerny, Elspet Gray, Robert East, & Patrick Allen www.S1E1POD.com Instagram & X (Twitter): @S1E1POD

Medina Federated Church Pastor Darren Lemmon "The Wonder of it All" Christmas 2023 Message #1

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When Ebony's daughter, Jye, was ten years old, she wrote a letter to her mom foretelling of a day when she would be in Heaven, reunited with her mom. Later as a child she indeed flatlined and met Jesus. Jye returned to life to tell about this incredible encounter. But as she grew up, she met a man whose influence would lead to a life marked with trials. Eventually Jye accidently died after taking a pill that she thought would heal her anxiety. This emotional and encouraging message as told by Ebony will warm your heart. Indeed, death is not the end of life.

Jesus' Foretelling of Good Friday: Jesus Raises the Widow's Son The Church established standards for Apostolic Service. St. Paul tells us of these characteristics in the first reading (not included within this audio). St. Paul tells us what a true calling really involves. Hear more within the Homily. In the Gospel we hear about the story of a young man who died. We hear about a funeral procession, accompanied by friends and the mother of the son. There are many who share in the affliction of the mother. St. Luke tells us the heart of Jesus is struck with compassion for the mother. The Lord is moved with compassion. The Homily touches upon something that is very beautiful within this scripture. Jesus is not only touched by the women's sadness. In seeing her, Jesus sees something else too. We hear that the young man, whose life ended tragically early, was the mother's only son. We also her that she was a widow. The comparison is striking. Jesus is a relatively young man in His early thirties. Likewise, Jesus is the only Son of His mother. And likewise, His mother is a widow. We again hear that Jesus is moved to compassion by a widow afflicted by the loss of her only son. Jesus knows there will be another widow deeply grieved by the loss of her only son. Hear more within the Meditation Media. Hear more of Jesus' Foretelling of Good Friday: Jesus Raises the Widow's Son.

In this 'EPISODE 325 WHEN... THAT'S THE BIG QUESTION... WHEN WILL CHRIST JESUS RETURN? ARE WE CHRISTIANS DOING TO BE READY? HOW DID JESUS ANSWER? WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TELL US?' author, speaker and host Elbert Hardy answers these questions and more, proving the truth through the scriptures. But, try him and search the scriptures to see if you agree!Go to itellwhy.com to read Elbert's books free of charge, no Ads and no requests for money or Email addresses. You can watch faith building YouTube Links to Videos and the listen to Elbert's Life of Christ Audio Book in 30 minute Episodes arranged and read by the author straight from the Bible, but rearranged in logical harmony of the Gospels, Revelation and other scriptures. All FREE of charge in the public interest.

Dragnet: The Protocol of Soulwining."The environment God has planted us is where our message of the gospel should start.Here are points to remember from today's teaching:- Foretelling(telling what will happen), forth-telling (declaring what is to come), and prophetic coincidences(God bending a person's will to do what He wants without them knowing) are all forms of prophecy.- Many times, there is a correlation between our location and our purpose.- God works in every situation, whether good or bad.- God should be the principle for our lives.   Unconventional Forms of Evangelism:- Assimilating yourself into your environment through contact without contamination.- Multiplying: One of the most powerful things you can do for the gospel is procreation.- Dominating: Don't run away from advantages. Whatever you can do that gives the gospel a footing, do it.Finally, one of the best things you can do for the gospel is to be good at what you do.You're an ambassador for the gospel. Whatever you do, ensure it's for the furtherance of it.

Let's go back to Aragorn's foretelling, and then return to Aragorn's interruption of a tense moment.

This MacVoices Live! episode considered the implications of AI-generated art and graphics with one recent real-world example. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the implications of AI in entertainment, especially in light of the writers strike, privacy concerns, and the need for ethical and practical considerations for all involved parties (Part 1)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a MacVoices Patron and get access!http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:16 Shoutouts and Absences: Britt, Jeff, Jim, Brian, and Ken0:02:41 Star Trek Convention and the Actors' Strike0:03:56 The 57 Year Mission at Creative Entertainment0:04:31 Comic Book Predicts Actor Strike and Computer Generated Images0:05:31 The Foretelling of the Actor Strike in a Comic Book0:07:04 State Fair Excitement and Deep-Fried Delights0:09:29 Kansas City Skyline and Background Competition0:10:57 AI-Generated Art and Digital Manipulation0:15:32 Unintended Consequences of Developing Tools with Nefarious Intent0:18:06 Concerns about Deepfake and Manipulation of Politicians' Voices0:24:57 Privacy Concerns and the Impact on Personal Safety0:28:26 Mark Webb and Eric share their perspectives on the discussion0:30:39 Uncertainty about the issues in the writer's strike0:31:17 Hollywood Studios Exploiting Writers and Actors0:32:52 Early struggles with QuickTime streaming and dial-up connection0:33:51 Concerns about the Future of Business and AI0:34:46 Concerns about the Implications of Computer-Generated Art Links: Creation Entertainment 57-Year Mission (look for art at bottom of page)https://www.creationent.com/cal/cemission_lv.html Zoom revises service terms so it could train AI on user datahttps://cybernews.com/privacy/zoom-revises-ai-service-terms/ Is Zoom Really Using Your Video Calls to Train AI?https://lifehacker.com/is-zoom-really-using-your-video-calls-to-train-ai-1850713532 Reuben Flagghttps://comicvine.gamespot.com/reuben-flagg/4005-51241/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, and on his blog, Trending At Work. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon.  Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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This MacVoices Live! episode considered the implications of AI-generated art and graphics with one recent real-world example. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the implications of AI in entertainment, especially in light of the writers strike, privacy concerns, and the need for ethical and practical considerations for all involved parties (Part 1)  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23217.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a MacVoices Patron and get access! http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:16 Shoutouts and Absences: Britt, Jeff, Jim, Brian, and Ken 0:02:41 Star Trek Convention and the Actors' Strike 0:03:56 The 57 Year Mission at Creative Entertainment 0:04:31 Comic Book Predicts Actor Strike and Computer Generated Images 0:05:31 The Foretelling of the Actor Strike in a Comic Book 0:07:04 State Fair Excitement and Deep-Fried Delights 0:09:29 Kansas City Skyline and Background Competition 0:10:57 AI-Generated Art and Digital Manipulation 0:15:32 Unintended Consequences of Developing Tools with Nefarious Intent 0:18:06 Concerns about Deepfake and Manipulation of Politicians' Voices 0:24:57 Privacy Concerns and the Impact on Personal Safety 0:28:26 Mark Webb and Eric share their perspectives on the discussion 0:30:39 Uncertainty about the issues in the writer's strike 0:31:17 Hollywood Studios Exploiting Writers and Actors 0:32:52 Early struggles with QuickTime streaming and dial-up connection 0:33:51 Concerns about the Future of Business and AI 0:34:46 Concerns about the Implications of Computer-Generated Art Links: Creation Entertainment 57-Year Mission (look for art at bottom of page) https://www.creationent.com/cal/cemission_lv.html Zoom revises service terms so it could train AI on user data https://cybernews.com/privacy/zoom-revises-ai-service-terms/ Is Zoom Really Using Your Video Calls to Train AI? https://lifehacker.com/is-zoom-really-using-your-video-calls-to-train-ai-1850713532 Reuben Flagg https://comicvine.gamespot.com/reuben-flagg/4005-51241/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, and on his blog, Trending At Work. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon.  Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss 00:01:15 Shoutouts and Absences: Britt, Jeff, Jim, Brian, and Ken 00:02:41 Star Trek Convention and the Actors' Strike 00:03:55 The 57 Year Mission at Creative Entertainment 00:04:31 Comic Book Predicts Actor Strike and Computer Generated Images 00:05:31 Introductions and Sleep Deprivation 00:07:03 State Fair Excitement and Deep-Fried Delights 00:09:28 Kansas City Skyline and Background Competition 00:10:57 AI-Generated Art and Digital Manipulation 00:15:32 Unintended Consequences of Developing Tools with Nefarious Intent 00:18:05 Concerns about Deepfake and Manipulation of Politicians' Voices 00:24:56 Privacy Concerns and the Impact on Personal Safety 00:28:25 Mark Web and Eric share their perspectives on the discussion 00:30:38 Uncertainty about the issues in the writer's strike 00:31:17 Hollywood Studios Exploiting Writers and Actors 00:32:52 Early struggles with QuickTime streaming and dial-up connection 00:33:50 Concerns about the Future of Business and AI 00:34:45 Concerns about the Implications of Computer-Generated Art

Rick Bonfim - Foretelling & Forthtelling

Pastor Bear Morton | Mark 10:32-34

The tomb of Jesus was empty. His body was gone. I. The perplexity of the women and the words that convince them, vv1-8. II. The disbelief of the apostles, vv9-10. III. The curiosity of Peter, v12. 

Foretelling or Forthtelling? Foretelling ·      This is the common wester view of prophecy. It's usually about predicting the future. It's all about telling future events.  o   Even when dealing with future events, often it was about what would happen if Israel didn't turn back to God. Much of forthtelling conditional.  ·      When we examine the prophetic writings in scripture we see that the vast majority of all prophecy is directed at the present and not at the future… It's not foretelling- it's forthtelling  o   Obviously there's some foretelling in the prophets of the future- Of Jesus o   How much of prophetic ministry today is about the future if Jesus has come?  Forthtelling (Or exhortation) ·      This is simply speaking forth God's word and encouraging others to follow it.  ·      This is different from teaching/preaching as it is revelation from God into present situations. It is not exposition of the scripture but the exhortation should never contradict scripture. In the OT the prophets were mainly covenant enforcers rather than ones who looked into a crystal ball and saw the future (divination?) ·      The main point of OT prophecy was about calling God's people back into covenant faithfulness and the same is true for those today who have the gift of prophecy. Revelation 19:10b- For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy. ·      The spirit of prophecy today should be about bring the church back into the way of Jesus and reflect his testimony as the faithful witness- PROPHECY ALWAYS POINTS TO JESUS Prophetic ministry in the OT The main things the OT prophets were concerned with was righteousness and justice in their forthtelling. Right relationships with God and others with is both about the moral, spiritual, and social aspects of life. They were covenant enforcers and the covenant framed the social and spiritual life of the community. Prophetic ministry in the NTJohn the baptist was not only calling for righteousness and holiness but he's calling people to justice. This is reminiscent of the OT prophets. He's preparing the hearts and lives of the people for Jesus.  Philip's Daughters In Acts 21:8-9 we see that Philip the evangelist (one of the 7 deacons from Acts 6) had 4 unmarried daughters who were prophetess'.  Agabus Acts 11:28-30 and 21:10-11   He was one who listened to God's voice through the Holy Spirit. Did Agabus get the prophecy right? Later in Acts 21 Paul is at the temple and the Jews start a mob against him and try to kill him. The Romans step in to break it up and arrest Paul. So, Agabus was technically wrong in the details but right in the results.  Prophecy in Corinth 1 Cor 14:1-5, 29-33 Jesus as Prophet ·      Jesus come to break the power of sin and the devil but also to render justice and righteousness. See Luke 4:14-20 when he kicks off his ministry and defines his kingdom in the way Isaiah did above with justice for the powerless.  o   Mary prophecies of Jesus bringing down thrones and exalting the humble ·      Moses was considered a prophet and similarly Jesus delivers the kingdom charter on a mountain (Sermon on the mount) as the way to walk as God's people.  ·      Jesus did speak truth to power (in love), he cared about righteousness and justice in the community and called us through example to live in covenant faithfulness to the Father.  ·      Jesus suffered and was martyredSummary ·      Prophets exhort God's people into Covenant faithfulness (covenant enforcers) ·      They listen to God's voice and communicate it to the people ·      They are concerned with justice, righteousness, and holiness ·      They often suffer for challenging the status quo.  ·      They need to be careful about being a jerk or overly offensive and much of their message is corrective. (often need to watch their tone and make sure to walk in love) ·      Most of all they are concerned with God's heart and lovingly bringing the community into those things. 

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This episode is a lesson from Exploring 2 Peter: The Promise and the Path, a course taught by Daniel Ragusa. Daniel Ragusa is the pastor of Messiah's Reformed Fellowship (URCNA) in New York City. He received his M.Div. from Mid-America Reformed Seminary and is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Westminster Theological Seminary. In this course, Rev. Ragusa explores 2 Peter with special attention to Peter's use of redemptive history in his depiction and defense of the Christian life as oriented toward Christ and the future. By the righteousness of Jesus Christ, we have embarked on an eschatological pilgrimage down a path out of this world (1:4) and into his eternal kingdom (1:11). But along the path are cunning enemies, scoffers and mockers, who would cause us to turn back in unbelief, misattributing eternity to the present world order rather than to the kingdom (3:4). Alert to this danger, Peter mounts a defense that will endure these “last days” (3:3) in which we find ourselves by reminding the church of Christ's promise to come again in power with new heavens and a new earth—a promise given long ago through the prophet Isaiah (1:4; 3:13) but now more fully confirmed by the corroborating witness of the apostles (1:19; 3:1–2). Peter exhorts the church not to overlook the Holy Spirit-inspired history of special revelation as it foreshadows this coming reality (1:21), including Noah and the flood (2:5), Lot and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (2:6–8), the restraint of Balaam (2:15–16), the approaching Day of the Lord (3:11), and even the transfiguration of Jesus Christ on the mountain as a witness to his royal sonship (1:17–18). This course will demonstrate what Geerhardus Vos meant when he said, “The Bible is not a dogmatic handbook but a historical book full of dramatic interest.” It will also explain the typological use of the Old Testament. Finally, it will shape and transform us as our minds are set on the eternal kingdom—where Jesus is and so our hearts too. Video lessons and supporting course materials are available at https://reformedforum.org/courses/exploring-2-peter-the-promise-and-the-path/

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