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Monday, 9 December 2024   But I say to you, do not swear at all: neither by heaven, for it is God's throne; Matthew 5:34   “And I, I say to you, not swear atall, either in the heaven, for it is God's throne” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus noted that in the law it says that one should not perjure and that oaths were to be performed. However, Jesus now says, “And I, I say to you, not swear atall.”   Here is the first use of the word holós. It signifies wholly or altogether. When preceded by a negative, it signifies “atall” which, yes, is an English word that matches the Greek exactingly. The other three uses of the word will be by Paul in 1 Corinthians.   Rather than making vows, Jesus says to refrain from making them. However, someone might consider this as contradictory. In Deuteronomy 6:13, it says, “You shall fear the Lord your God and serve Him, and shall take oaths in His name.”   Someone could say that Jesus is contradicting what Moses taught. It could also be argued that He was rewriting the law rather than fulfilling it. But this is not so. Jesus continues His words with, “either in the heaven, for it is God's throne.”   This is the first of five things Jesus says you are not to swear by. In this case, the word en, in, is used to indicate instrumentality as in “by heaven.” We use it this way at times, such as, “I swear in my dad's name.”   Each of those five things is a part of creation. At times, an oath, adjuration, or vow is required. When it is, then it is to be made solely in the name of the Lord. This is evidenced by Jesus responding to such an adjuration in Matthew 26 –   “And the high priest arose and said to Him, ‘Do You answer nothing? What is it these men testify against You?' 63 But Jesus kept silent. And the high priest answered and said to Him, ‘I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!' 64 Jesus said to him, ‘It is as you said. Nevertheless, I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.'” Matthew 26:62-64   Further, Paul makes such oaths in his epistles quite a few times, such as in Romans 1:8 where he calls God as his witness. Rather, anything less than an oath in His name would be idolatry, elevating something created to a level of prominence that belongs to God alone.   Jesus will continue with His list of things not to swear by in the coming verses.   Life application: There are many in Christian circles who refuse to make a vow, even in the name of the Lord, based on this verse. This is based on a faulty interpretation of what Jesus is saying.   If a matter requires an oath, such as in a courtroom, the oath is only to be made in the name of the true God. As He finishes this thought, Jesus will tell what the normally expected type of guarantee is to be. It is a precept that is repeated several more times in the New Testament, including by Paul.   Be sure to keep things in context and to fully consider the entire matter that is being addressed when coming to decisions about one's doctrine and life conduct.   Lord God, help our words to be always truthful so that people can rely on them without ever questioning our sincerity and without calling our relationship with You into question. May all those we interact with consider us as faithful people whose words can always be trusted. Amen.  

Instruction from Jesus is not a promise-box verse. You are not allowed to make another selection until you find one that pleases you. Our God is not ink on a page. Our God is ALIVE. Embrace the words of love and correction by Jesus.Jesus was persecuted by the Church because He obeyed His Father. When we imitate Jesus, we will also be persecuted. Jesus preached, "Repent! [Change] to the Scribes and Pharisees. Jesus wanted them to be acceptable. Jesus wants the same for us. Changes are required to follow Jesus. Purge what other people think from your conscience. The peer pressure (or leaven) in our lives can make a permanent separation between us and our God. Will you accept instruction and correction from your Lord and Savior? ***98: Jesus Rebukes The Scribes And PhariseesMatthew 23:1-39; Mark 12:38-40; Luke 20:45-47Jesus Rebukes The Scribes And PhariseesThen Jesus spoke to the people that were assembled and to his disciples saying:Pride “The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat. All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, that observe and do; but do not ye after their works; for they say, and do not. For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men's shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers. But all their works they do for to be seen of men. They make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments, and love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues, and greetings in the markets, and to be called of men, ‘Rabbi, Rabbi.' But be not ye called Rabbi; for one is your Master, even Christ, and all ye are brethren. And call no man your father upon the earth; for one is your Father, which is in Heaven. Neither be ye called masters; for one is your Master, even Christ. But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. Various Sins “But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For ye shut up the kingdom of Heaven against men; for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites!For ye devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayer. Therefore ye shall receive the greater damnation. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For ye compass sea and land to make one proselyte; and when he is made, ye make him twofold more the child of hell than yourselves. Woe unto you, ye blind guides, which say, 'Whosoever shall swear by the temple, it is nothing; but whosoever shall swear by the gold of the temple, he is a debtor.'Ye fools and blind, for which is greater, the gold, or the temple that sanctifieth the gold? And, ‘Whosoever shall swear by the altar, it is nothing; but whosoever sweareth by the gift that is upon it, he is guilty.' Ye fools and blind, for which is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifieth the gift?Whoso therefore shall swear by the altar, sweareth by it, and by all things thereon. And whoso shall swear by the temple, sweareth by it, and by him that dwelleth therein. And he that shall swear by Heaven, sweareth by the throne of God, and by him that sitteth thereon. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith. These ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. Ye blind guides, which strain at a gnat, and swallow a camel, Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites!For ye make clean the outside of the cup and of the

Another week of madness with a mixture of Flava What is Blackstreet w/o Dave Holister ? Uber ride filled with Poot Be lead by God Tell him the TRUTH The “yeah” Menality The Hard “er” You about to lose your job What's the purpose of mission trips ? Social's Twitter @THDLongviewWoo/@Deshawn_903 TikTok @Deshawn__903/@LakeportWoo Email TruthHitDifferent@gmail.com Outro - Kennedy Ryon -Ego

In this video, we answer a listeners question about how we knew God wanted us to marry each other? Your love life is a journey and God wants to take the journey with you but often times we leave Him out of the journey because we subconsciously think He will mess up our plans. Not realizing His plan are always better. We discuss that and more on this weeks episode! Couple Questions to take your date conversations to the NEXT level! https://www.wearejustdating.com/resources || LET'S CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: We post updates in real time of dating tips and relationship advice https://www.instagram.com/wearejustdating || M U S I C Music by Musician: Jeff Kaele || S U B S C R I B E https://youtube.com/channel/UCjb3LN4J... New Videos Every Tuesday! Email Updates: https://www.wearejustdating.com/subscribe || F O L L O W Website | www.wearejustdating.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/wearejustdating TikTok| https://www.tiktok.com/@wearejustdating Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/WeAreJustDating Threads | https://www.threads.net/@wearejustdating Twitter | @WeAreJustDating *Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate. By clicking and or purchasing, We may receive monetary reward. It does not alter the price or change your buyer experience. || YOU'LL LOVE THESE VIDEOS TOO Why adversity is good in dating! | https://youtu.be/ef-Fgkqvvzk How to have conflict and argue well | https://youtu.be/_MhwhqNYXCA — T I M & P A U L I N E We are Tim & Pauline and we have been married since 2018. We have an education and coaching business where we teach single Christians how to choose partners that produce godly marriages through courses, coaching, and community. We've worked with people fresh out of college, to recently divorced, helping them get clarity and strategy that attracts their ideal partner. This channel walks you through the journey of being single, dating, and the early stages of marriage, by sharing information on how to attract, maintain, and grow in a godly relationship of your own!

We see the obedience of the church in Rome and the radical way in which they loved each other and the city around them ultimately proclaimed the good news of Jesus that won the world over. May we too be faithful followers who see our city, nation and nations of the world come to also hear and believe Jesus.  Dive deeper into Romans Chapter 10 and 15 with Episode 7 of the Sunday Monday podcast on Youtube or your podcast provider _____________ If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer⁠ Subscribe for more content to help you grow as a fully devoted follower of Jesus: ⁠⁠   / @gatewaybaptist  ⁠ Gateway Baptist Church meets across six locations in South-East Queensland and also online. For over 90 years, we've been committed to guiding people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus. Learn more about us at ⁠⁠https://gatewaybaptist.com.au⁠⁠ or join us on Sundays at ⁠⁠https://gatewaybaptist.online.church⁠

Sometimes it feels impossible to hear God in a world filled with distractions and doubts. We often want a miraculous, "burning bush" moment. But what if He's speaking through the ordinary, day-to-day? In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the pivotal role of wisdom, the common pitfalls we encounter in seeking God's voice, and their own encounters with God's guidance. Show notes: Listen to the Message “God Wants to Speak to You”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkR2BfQdeZ4 Check out the Life in Motion episode that was referenced “Finding Purpose in Every Season”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJZ3pnOidgU

As someone accused of too many dad jokes, this week Andy considers whether it might be possible that God tells Jeremiah one!'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context.  Each episode is presented by Andy Castle, CEO & Founder of Thrive Youth Ministries.You can also watch this episode on YouTube.Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk

Seven Days Pt. 5 | March 24th, 2024Pastor Wes Morris Hebrews 12:2-4 (MSG) Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we're in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight of where he was headed—that exhilarating finish in and with God—he could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever. And now he's there, in the place of honor, right alongside God. When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility he plowed through. That will shoot adrenaline into your souls! ✓  BETRAYEDJohn 18:1-3 (NIV) When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side there was a garden, and he and his disciples went into it. Now Judas, who betrayed him, knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with his disciples. So Judas came to the garden, guiding a detachment of soldiers and some officials from the chief priests and the Pharisees.✓  RIDICULEDMatthew 26:63-65 (NIV) The high priest said to him, “I charge you under oath by the living God: Tell us if you are the Messiah, the Son of God.” ...Then the high priest tore his clothes and said, “He has spoken blasphemy! Why do we need any more witnesses? Look, now you have heard the blasphemy. ✓  REJECTEDJohn 18:25-27 (NIV) Meanwhile, Simon Peter was still standing there warming himself. So they asked him, “You aren't one of his disciples too, are you?” He denied it, saying, “I am not.” One of the high priest's servants, a relative of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, challenged him, “Didn't I see you with him in the garden?” Again Peter denied it, and at that moment a rooster began to crow.✓  ABUSEDMatthew 27:27-32 (NIV) Then the governor's soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company of soldiers around him. They stripped him and put a scarlet robe on him, and then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on his head. They put a staff in his right hand. Then they knelt in front of him and mocked him. “Hail, king of the Jews!” they said. They spit on him, and took the staff and struck him on the head again and again. After they had mocked him, they took off the robe and put his own clothes on him. Then they led him away to crucify him.Hebrews 2:18 (TLB) For since he himself has now been through suffering and temptation, he knows what it is like when we suffer and are tempted, and he is wonderfully able to help us.Hebrews 12:2-3 (NIV) Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. THE FINAL WORDI. BE QUICK TO FORGIVE.Luke 23:32-34 (NIV) Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him there, along with the criminals—one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” II. SURRENDER YOUR LIFE AND YOUR SITUATION TO GOD. Luke 23:44-46 (NIV) It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon, for the sun stopped shining. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” When he had said this, he breathed his last. Learn more about Bay Chapel at baychapel.com

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Series: N/AService: Sunday AM Worship (1st Service)Type: SermonSpeaker: TJ SmithWhat message would the apostles tell us if they were with us today?

Series: N/AService: Sunday AM Worship (1st Service)Type: SermonSpeaker: TJ SmithWhat message would God tell us today? What would Jesus say to us?

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Episode 1310 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does Philippians 3 teach that we have to work to earn the resurrection? 2. Who sinned first: Adam or Lucifer? 3. Why do Roman Catholics believe that Mary is a perpetual virgin? 4. Will the drag shows in my city hinder the furthering of God's kingdom? 5. Why does God tell us to love our enemies if he doesn't save unbelievers? 6. Should we reject the Calvinist teaching of election in church?   Today's Offer 10 Songs to Sing as a Family   Request our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.   Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core.   Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Friday, 4 August 2023   Then some of the itinerant Jewish exorcists took it upon themselves to call the name of the Lord Jesus over those who had evil spirits, saying, “We exorcise you by the Jesus whom Paul preaches.” Acts 19:13   The NKJV is a bit off. More precisely, it reads, “And certain of the vagabonding Jews, exorcists, undertook to invoke over those having evil spirits the name of the Lord Jesus, saying, ‘We adjure you by the Jesus whom Paul proclaims'” (CG).   The previous verse noted the healings and exorcisms that occurred when Paul's handkerchiefs or aprons were brought from his body to the sick. Luke next records, “And certain of the vagabonding Jews.”   The introductory words “And ... of (literally from)” are given to contrast what was just stated about Paul. Healings and the removal of evil spirits were brought about indirectly through him as the material cause of God's power. Now, this contrasting account is provided by Luke as an instructional tool.   In them is a new word in Scripture, perierchomai. It signifies “to go about” or “to make a circuit.” It will be seen again in 1 Timothy 5:13 and Hebrews 11:37. As it is in the form of an aorist participle, it should be rendered “wandering,” “roving,” “vagabonding,” “strolling,” etc. In this case, rather than just wandering around their own town, it appears that they are itinerant, going from town to town in a manner not unlike gypsies. Thus, “vagabonding” seems to give a sense of their lifestyle. They are next noted as “exorcists.”   It is a word found only here in Scripture, exorkistés. It is one who casts out evil spirits, adjuring them by oaths and incantations. That is from exorkizó, an intensive form of a word meaning to adjure. That word is found only in Matthew 26:63 –   “But Jesus kept silent. And the high priest answered and said to Him, ‘I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!'”   That word is then derived from horkizó, which also means to adjure. This word will be used as the verse continues.   These exorcists went from place to place challenging those who had evil spirits, adjuring them to depart from those who were tormented by them. With that in mind, it next says that they “undertook to invoke over those having evil spirits.”   The word translated as “invoke” means “to name.” For example, Simon was “named” Peter by Jesus. In this case, they took it upon themselves to invoke “the name of the Lord Jesus.” What is obvious is that these were not saved believers. Luke does not term them brethren. Rather, they had heard about the healing powers of Jesus' name, and they took it as a sort of verbal talisman to ward off or cast out evil spirits.   They may have heard of Jesus having cast out demons in the past, and/or they may have derived this idea from what was recorded about Paul in the previous verses. Paul didn't even have to go to the place of healing for it to take place. Thus, they assumed that it was simply the name of Jesus that possessed the power. Their error in thinking will reveal them as false exorcists. What they are doing is not unlike what Jesus was accused of in Matthew 12 –   “Now when the Pharisees heard it they said, ‘This fellow does not cast out demons except by Beelzebub, the ruler of the demons.' 25 But Jesus knew their thoughts, and said to them: ‘Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every city or house divided against itself will not stand. 26 If Satan casts out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then will his kingdom stand? 27 And if I cast out demons by Beelzebub, by whom do your sons cast them out? Therefore they shall be your judges. 28 But if I cast out demons by the Spirit of God, surely the kingdom of God has come upon you.'” Matthew 12:24-28   The Pharisees accused Jesus of invoking Beelzebub as His authority to cast out demons. These Jews are taking Jesus' name and are attempting to do the same, saying, “We adjure you by the Jesus whom Paul proclaims.”   Here, they use the word horkizó, noted above. They are attempting to bind the evil spirits by oath while using the name of Jesus proclaimed by Paul. Their assumption is that Paul was likewise invoking the name of Jesus in an incantation.   Life application: What these false exorcists have failed to take into consideration is that the name “Jesus,” even the “Jesus whom Paul proclaims,” is not in and of itself an instrument of power. There must be a valid connection to the Person who bears the name.   This is no different than what people do all the time in Charismatic churches. They claim the power of the name as if the name itself will then cause obedience to their demands, be they for healing, casting out demons, prosperity, wealth, etc. This makes obtaining the outcome for self the final cause of the act.   However, it has already been explained that the final cause of God's acts is that He be glorified. Thus, there is a disconnect in the process, a fault, that cannot be overcome by using the name of Jesus in this manner.   In the case of these false exorcists, or in the case of charismatics who make their claims, the supposed material cause is the claimant, he is the one who attempts to make the thing (like wood in a table) to be. The formal cause, the design, is supposed to be the miracle as it occurs. The efficient cause, what brings it about, is supposedly the Lord's presence working through the claimant's use of the name of Jesus. The final cause, the purpose, is that the claimant or his addressee will be the main beneficiary.   Because the glory of God is not the final cause, the other causes cannot accomplish what is anticipated. Think of these aspects of the process as you consider these words from Deuteronomy 13 –   “If there arises among you a prophet or a dreamer of dreams, and he gives you a sign or a wonder, 2 and the sign or the wonder comes to pass, of which he spoke to you, saying, ‘Let us go after other gods'—which you have not known—‘and let us serve them,' 3 you shall not listen to the words of that prophet or that dreamer of dreams, for the Lord your God is testing you to know whether you love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul. 4 You shall walk after the Lord your God and fear Him, and keep His commandments and obey His voice; you shall serve Him and hold fast to Him. 5 But that prophet or that dreamer of dreams shall be put to death, because he has spoken in order to turn you away from the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt and redeemed you from the house of bondage, to entice you from the way in which the Lord your God commanded you to walk. So you shall put away the evil from your midst.” Deuteronomy 13:1-5   Even if the Lord allowed a sign or wonder to come to pass by someone, His glory is what is anticipated as the final cause. This is not what false teachers and false prophets ultimately have in mind. If anything, other than the glory of God is the main result of the process, the process is not of God.   Lord God, help us to properly analyze what is happening when people use Your name in the world today. It is obvious that many do so to profit from it at the expense of Your glory. May we be discerning enough to see when this is the case and turn away  from such people and such false teachings. May we be instruments working to bring You honor and glory with our lives. Amen.

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Rev. Shawn Stafford was preacher for this service. Matthew 26: 47-68: While He was still speaking, behold, Judas, one of the twelve, with a great multitude with swords and clubs, came from the chief priests and elders of the people. Now His betrayer had given them a sign, saying, “Whomever I kiss, He is the One; seize Him.” Immediately he went up to Jesus and said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him. But Jesus said to him, “Friend, why have you come?” Then they came and laid hands on Jesus and took Him. And suddenly, one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand and drew his sword, struck the servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear. But Jesus said to him, “Put your sword in its place, for all who take the sword will perish by the sword. Or do you think that I cannot now pray to My Father, and He will provide Me with more than twelve legions of angels? How then could the Scriptures be fulfilled, that it must happen thus?” In that hour Jesus said to the multitudes, “Have you come out, as against a robber, with swords and clubs to take Me? I sat daily with you, teaching in the temple, and you did not seize Me. But all this was done that the Scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples forsook Him and fled. And those who had laid hold of Jesus led Him away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled. But Peter followed Him at a distance to the high priest's courtyard. And he went in and sat with the servants to see the end. Now the chief priests, the elders, and all the council sought false testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, but found none. Even though many false witnesses came forward, they found none. But at last two false witnesses came forward and said, “This fellow said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and to build it in three days.' ” And the high priest arose and said to Him, “Do You answer nothing? What is it these men testify against You?” But Jesus kept silent. And the high priest answered and said to Him, “I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!” Jesus said to him, “It is as you said. Nevertheless, I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.” Then the high priest tore his clothes, saying, “He has spoken blasphemy! What further need do we have of witnesses? Look, now you have heard His blasphemy! What do you think?” They answered and said, “He is deserving of death.” Then they spat in His face and beat Him; and others struck Him with the palms of their hands, saying, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who is the one who struck You?”

Order of Service: - Prelude - The Versicles and Gloria Patri (p. 128) - The Confession of Sin (p. 128) - Hymn 284 - Go To Dark Gethsemane - Matthew 26: 47-68: While He was still speaking, behold, Judas, one of the twelve, with a great multitude with swords and clubs, came from the chief priests and elders of the people. Now His betrayer had given them a sign, saying, “Whomever I kiss, He is the One; seize Him.” Immediately he went up to Jesus and said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him. But Jesus said to him, “Friend, why have you come?” Then they came and laid hands on Jesus and took Him. And suddenly, one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand and drew his sword, struck the servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear. But Jesus said to him, “Put your sword in its place, for all who take the sword will perish by the sword. Or do you think that I cannot now pray to My Father, and He will provide Me with more than twelve legions of angels? How then could the Scriptures be fulfilled, that it must happen thus?” In that hour Jesus said to the multitudes, “Have you come out, as against a robber, with swords and clubs to take Me? I sat daily with you, teaching in the temple, and you did not seize Me. But all this was done that the Scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples forsook Him and fled. And those who had laid hold of Jesus led Him away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled. But Peter followed Him at a distance to the high priest's courtyard. And he went in and sat with the servants to see the end. Now the chief priests, the elders, and all the council sought false testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, but found none. Even though many false witnesses came forward, they found none. But at last two false witnesses came forward and said, “This fellow said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and to build it in three days.' ” And the high priest arose and said to Him, “Do You answer nothing? What is it these men testify against You?” But Jesus kept silent. And the high priest answered and said to Him, “I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!” Jesus said to him, “It is as you said. Nevertheless, I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.” Then the high priest tore his clothes, saying, “He has spoken blasphemy! What further need do we have of witnesses? Look, now you have heard His blasphemy! What do you think?” They answered and said, “He is deserving of death.” Then they spat in His face and beat Him; and others struck Him with the palms of their hands, saying, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who is the one who struck You?” - Homily - The Responsory (p. 128) - The Collect (p. 128) - The Canticle (p. 128) - Hymn 561 - Abide With Me; Fast Falls the Eventide: vv. 1, 2, 6, 7 & 8 - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Shawn Stafford (Preacher), Joni Bode (Organist)

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Wednesday, 15 February 2023   But when the apostles Barnabas and Paul heard this, they tore their clothes and ran in among the multitude, crying out Acts 14:14   In the previous verse, the priest of Zeus brought oxen and garlands to the gate of the city intending to sacrifice with the multitudes. In response to this come Luke's next words, saying, “But when the apostles.” There is this sudden realization that whatever had been occurring around them was not at all what they had thought.   The people were crying out in the local language and the apostles probably thought they were excited about the gospel message. But now, seeing what is taking place, they have come to the realization that their thinking was entirely incorrect. Instead of calling out for Jesus, the multitudes were crying out for a sacrifice to their “gods” who had come among them. In response to this, the words continue with, “Barnabas and Paul.”   Here, Barnabas is placed first in the account. Paul was speaking and Barnabas was probably more closely paying attention to the events around them. When the realization of what had begun to transpire came to their minds, he probably shouted something out to Paul and started their actions in motion. This is speculation, but it fits with the word order of Luke. Together, when they “heard this, they tore their clothes.”   The word “tore” is an aorist participle. It says, “having torn.” They first did this and then their actions continued. It was an open display to catch the people's attention, and it is a sign of the greatest distress and even anguish. The first time it is mentioned in Scripture is when the brothers of Joseph had sold him off to the Midianite traders to be taken down to Egypt. Reuben was unaware of it –   “Then Reuben returned to the pit, and indeed Joseph was not in the pit; and he tore his clothes. 30 And he returned to his brothers and said, ‘The lad is no more; and I, where shall I go?'” Genesis 37:29, 30   So great of a mark of distress is this that the high priest of Israel was forbidden to ever do it, for any reason –   “He who is the high priest among his brethren, on whose head the anointing oil was poured and who is consecrated to wear the garments, shall not uncover his head nor tear his clothes.” Leviticus 21:10   The reason for this prohibition is that he was distinguished by the office of high priest. This was elsewhere explicitly noted in the mentioning of the anointing oil that was poured on him. He alone was allowed to wear the garments of the high priest. These two things in particular distinguished him as Israel's high priest.   As seen, first and foremost he was commanded not to uncover his head. Specifically, this meant that he was not to allow his hair to be loosed, meaning be unkempt. This was a sign of mourning, and he was never to demonstrate such an attitude. He was, above all, to always be holy to the Lord.   Further, he was not to tear his clothes. To do so, as noted above, was an indication of distress or anguish. As the intercessor between the Lord and the people, his conduct in one of these ways would give either a sense of utter despair to the people, or that he was impugning the Lord's fairness, justice, or ability to control any given situation. It is ironic that this primary command to the high priest of Israel was openly disobeyed in the presence of the incarnate Lord (Jesus) who gave the command –   “And the high priest arose and said to Him, ‘Do You answer nothing? What is it these men testify against You?' 63 But Jesus kept silent. And the high priest answered and said to Him, ‘I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!' 64 Jesus said to him, ‘It is as you said. Nevertheless, I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.' 65 Then the high priest tore his clothes, saying, ‘He has spoken blasphemy! What further need do we have of witnesses? Look, now you have heard His blasphemy! 66 What do you think?'” Matthew 26:62-66   Jesus was placed under oath by the high priest. Because of the position of the high priest, He was bound by the Law of Moses, which He gave to Israel, to tell the truth. He did, and therefore He remained without guilt in the matter. And yet, the high priest was guilty of violating a precept of the very law that he said Jesus was guilty of violating. There is a lot of irony that runs through the Bible that is truly amazing when put such things are put in their proper light.   With this background concerning the tearing of garments, one can see what a great display of grief is occurring with Barnabas and Paul tearing theirs. Whether those in Lystra understood the significance of the act or not could be debated, but a “god” would never have done such a thing. So even if the act was cultural and isolated from understanding its full significance, it would still have been comprehended on some level. After this, it says they “ran in among the multitude, crying out.”   The word translated as “ran in” is eispédaó. It literally means “to leap in,” or “to spring in.” they were probably standing on something to elevate them. This would allow them to speak to the people while being seen. In their horror at the scene, and after having openly torn their garments, they jumped into the crowd crying out. What they were crying out will be seen in the next verse.   As a side note, some translations of the word eispédaó rather use the prefix ex instead of eis. Thus, it would say they sprang out into the crowd. If your translation says this, make a mental note of the difference, but the overall intent remains the same because the word is followed in the Greek in either text with the word eis. And so, they either sprang in, into the crowd, or they sprang out, into the crowd.   Life application: Making note of the unusual things that occur in the Bible, like the tearing of garments, can be a great exercise in discovering other truths that are recorded there. As noted above, the high priest of Israel violated the very law that he was charged with while charging Jesus with violating the law. Jesus could have called him out on this, but He silently took His trial and the resulting punishments without protest.   This shows us the nature of the love of God for the people of the world. The highest official in Israel, and the one who was to mediate between God and the people, was guilty of violating the very law that he was charged with overseeing and mediating. This is true with every high priest who ever lived under the law. How imperfectly the Law of Moses could satisfy the appeasement of God who is infinitely holy!   And yet, despite these things, even the high priest was given grace each year on the Day of Atonement. And the Day of Atonement was given as an anticipation of the coming of Christ. All the symbolism of the sacrifices of the law looked to His coming. And there He stood, being judged by the very people who were given the charge of that law.   Now think of yourself. You were also to be condemned because of the sin in you. And yet, Jesus took all that you have done wrong upon Himself, if you will just believe. God asks you to acknowledge your sins, admit that you cannot save yourself, and place your trust in Him. In this, you will be justified from all things that the law could never justify a person from. Be pleased to commit your eternal soul to God through Jesus. You will prevail because He has prevailed!   Lord God, thank You for Jesus Christ our Lord who has done all things for us to be reconciled to You. Yes, thank You for Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.  

SermonRomans 3:27-31February 5, 2023

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Daily Word 2.0 — We are exploring John 16:5-15. In this passage, Jesus explains the job of Holy Spirit, which is to lead us into the truth. The revelation we are going to process is, how do we determine when Holy Spirit is speaking to us versus when we are hearing what we want to hear?    Links — CFE Atlanta, Online Community, Ministry School, Partnership

Rob and Vinnie walk through the Gospels and discuss the events of Jesus' last night from the time they head to the garden to the crucifixion of Jesus. (See notes below) NB: our goal is to keep these episodes free of charge. I do not intend to ever hide them behind a paywall. I can only do this if those of you who have been blessed by them and can afford to give ($5, $10, $25, or more/month) do so. You can give a tax-deductible contribution by following this link. Jesus predicts Peter's denial Matt 26:31-35; Mark 14:27-31; Luke 22:31-34; John 13:36-38 Jesus and the disciples leave the upper room and travel to Gethsemane 9:00pm? Arrive at the Garden of Gethsemane Matt 26:36-46; Mark 14:32-42; Luke 22:39-46 Asks the disciples to wait Matt 26:36 Takes Peter, James and John to a separate place Matt 26:37 Prays his High Priestly prayer: John 17 Tells the disciples that He is filled with sorrow Matt 26:38 Jesus goes a little farther Matt 26:39: Prays, “may this cup be taken from me.  Yet, not as I will, but as you will” Returns to find the disciples sleeping Matt 26:40, 41 Again He goes and prays: “If it is not possible . . . may your will be done” Matt 26:42 Returns to find the disciples sleeping again: “Their eyes were heavy” Matt 26:43; “Exhausted from sorrow” Luke 22:45 Again Jesus goes off to pray Matt 26:44: Again He returns and they are sleeping Matt 26:45-46 Jesus is Arrested 12:00am? Judas with Jewish and Roman authorities John 18:2, 3 Jesus asks, “who is it you want?” “Jesus of Nazareth” they reply John 18:4, 5 Judas identifies Jesus with a kiss Matt 26:48 Peter cuts off Malchus' ear (servant of the High Priest) John 18:10 Disciples flee Mark 14:50 Friday Jesus appears before the Jewish leaders 1:00am? Informal hearing before Annas (ex-High Priest and father-in-law of current High Priest Caiaphas) John 18:12-14, 19-23 Jesus is struck in the face John 18:22 More formal trial before Caiaphas Matt 26:57-68; Mark 14:53-65; Luke 22:54; John 18:24, 28 Peter followed at a distance and was able to enter the courtyard because John knew the servant girl at the door John 18:15, 16 Authorities cannot agree on any legitimate charge Mark 14:56; Many false witnesses; but none are in agreement Matt 26:59, 60 Closest they could come was that Jesus had said that he would destroy the Temple Matt 26:61; Jesus remains silent Matt 26:63 Caiaphas questions him directly, “I charge you under oath by the living God: Tell us if you are the Christ, the Son of God” Matt 26:63 Jesus replies; “You said it” or “You say that I am” Matt 26:64 Then He adds; “you will see the Son of Man . . . coming on the clouds of Heaven” Matt 26:64 (Dan 7:13; Ps 110:1) High Priest tore his clothes and says, “He has spoken blasphemy” Matt 26:65 Charged with blasphemy, spit on and struck in the face: “Prophesy to us, Christ, who hit you?” Matt 26:66-68  (cf   . Isaiah 11:2) Jesus appears before the Sanhedrin for a more formal trial 6:00am? Matt 27:1-2; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71 They question Jesus again: “are you the Christ?” Luke 22:67 Jesus replies, “If I tell you, you will not believe me” They ask Him again: “Are you then the Son of God” Luke 22:70 Jesus obliges anyway and responds; “You are right in saying that I am” Jesus appears before the Romans 7:00am? Jesus brought into the Palace (Jews could not enter because they would be defiled for the duration of the day; and thus, would be unable to eat the noontime meal “chagigah” John 18:28) and is questioned by Pilate Pilate wants to know what the charges are against Him John 18:29 Jews appear to be alarmed that Pilate would even ask; and they exclaim “if he were not a criminal we would not have handed him over to you” John 18:30 “Take him yourselves” John 18:31 “But we have no right to execute anyone” Pilate enters and begins to question Jesus “Are you the King of the Jews” John 18:33 Jesus replies that His kingdom is not of this world John 18:36 “You are a king then?” queries Pilate John 18:37 “You say that I am” John 18:37; Luke 23:3 Pilate goes out to the Jews and explains that he finds no basis for a charge John 18:38; Luke 23:4 Jews are not content with this and bring up charges against Jesus Luke 23:5 Pilate learns that Jesus is from Galilee and sends Him over to Herod Luke 23:6, 7 Jesus is question by Herod (who wanted to see a miracle) Luke 23:8 Jesus gave no answer Luke 23:9 Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked Him and dressed Him in a white robe Luke 23:11 Jesus sent back to Pilate Jews accuse Jesus of many things; but Jesus refuses to reply Matt 27:12-14 Pilate offers the Jews a release of a prisoner of choice: Matt 27:15-18 Barabbas (Jesus Barabbas? means: ‘a son of a father' ) an insurrectionist and a murderer Mark 15:7 or; Jesus: (The Son of the Father) Pilate's wife warns him not to have anything to do with Him Matt 27:19 Pilate asks what he is to do with Jesus Matt 27:22 “Crucify, Crucify” Luke 23:21 Pilate asks, “why? What crime has He committed?” Luke 23:22 VII .   Pilate goes into the palace Pilate has Jesus flogged; given a crown of thorns; a purple robe; they “hail” Him as “King of the Jews”; they struck Him on the face; spit on Him; hit Him with their staff; and paid homage to Him John 19:1-3; Mark 15:17-20 Pilate comes out to the Jews with a despicable looking Christ “Here is the man” John 19:5 “Crucify, Crucify” John 19:6 Pilate responds, “I find no basis for a charge” John 19:6 Jews insist Jesus must die according to their law John 19:7 Pilate and Jesus go back into the palace Pilate asks Jesus some questions John 19:9 Jesus refuses to answer John 19:10 “Don't you realize that I have power either to free you or to crucify you” John 19:10 Jesus explains, “you would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above” John 19:11 Pilate again goes out to the Jews Pilate tries to get Jesus freed John 19:12 Jews refuse to compromise Luke 23:23; John 19:12  Pilate washes his hands and claims, “I am innocent of this man's blood” Matt 27:24 Jesus brought outside to the Stone Pavement (Gabbatha): almost 12:00p.m. John 19:13,14 Pilate proclaims, “Here is your King” John 19:14 “Crucify Him” John 19:15 “Shall I crucify your King?” John 19:15 Chief Priest responds, “We have no king but Caesar” John 19:15 Jesus handed over to be crucified c.12:00pm Jesus is flogged Matt 27:26; Mark 15:15 Flogging: Roman Flagrum: whip of braided leather tongs with metal balls and bone woven in: Balls: deep bruises and contusions: Bones: severely cut flesh Jesus begins journey to Golgotha Matt 27:32; Mark 15:21; Luke 23:26; John 19:17 Unable to carry cross: Simon of Cyrene Women followed Luke 23:27-31 Hurled insults Matt 27:39-44 (Ps 22:7) Place of Crucifixion is Golgotha (Aramaic for ‘place of the Skull'; Latin: Calvary) Matt 27:32-56; Mark 15:21-41; Luke 23:32-49; John 19:17-37 Sign above Christ's head: “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews” John 19:19 2 Criminals; one on each side Nailed to the crossbar (Ps 22:16) Nails- 5 to 7 in. with a sharp point Through the wrist: inch below the palm Through the feet Arms stretched approximately 6 in.: dislocate the shoulders (Ps 22:14) Jesus is offered a mild sedative (wine and myrrh) which he refuses Mark 15:23 Cast lots for his garments Mark 15:24 (Ps 22:18) 7 Last Words of Christ Luke 23:34: “Father forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing” Luke 23:43: “Today you will be with me in Paradise” Luke 23:39-43 John 19:27: “Woman, behold your son.” “Behold, your mother” Mark 15:34 “My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?” (Ps 22:1) John 19:28: “I am Thirsty” (Ps 69:21) John 19:30: “It is finished” Luke 23:46: Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit” (Ps 31:5)