Experiencing GOD – chapter 5

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series Experiencing GODSeven Realities of Experiencing GOD GOD Keeps His Partners Informed Surely the Lord GOD does nothing, unless He reveals His secret to His servants the prophets. – Amos 3:7  NKJV The LORD desires to form a partnership with us to accomplish His plan and establish His kingdom. In doing so, GOD does not regard human stature or rankings. He often calls ordinary men and women to partner with Him. The only prerequisite is that you hear His voice and obey. He makes known to these people; what is hidden to others. Amos was a shepherd and a farmer. The LORD called him to speak to Israel and Judah concerning their sin. Rather than offer GOD excuses, Amos responded with obedience. He could have said, “I am not a priest nor a prophet. Therefore, they will not listen to me.” Instead he demonstrated his faith by being compliant to the LORD’s instruction. Consequently, the LORD showed Amos the pending judgement of the nations and His promise of restoration. When GOD has a plan, he chooses a person or a group to bring it to pass. He tells them what He is about to do and their role in the plan. Henry Blackaby makes three observations about the men and women that GOD involves in His work: When GOD spoke, they knew it was GOD. They knew what He was saying. They knew what they were to do in response. Jesus called himself The Good Shepherd (John 10:4,14,27). He said, “the sheep follow him, for they know his voice”. If you are like me, the issue is hardly ever LORD is that you speaking or I am not sure what you are saying. More often than not, my pretense of uncertainty is a stall tactic. The true cause of my hesitance is that I do not understand how God is going to do what He said (a crisis of faith) or I do not like the plan nor my role (disobedience). What has GOD revealed to you? Are you thinking but I am only a ____? What is your response? What is holding you back? Remember GOD does not seek our understanding; only our...
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Experiencing GOD

This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Experiencing GOD During the month of August we began reading as a congregation the book, Experiencing GOD. We are reading one chapter per week. Join us on this journey as we seek to deepen our relationship with GOD and live our lives like Jesus Christ. Jesus said to them, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to accomplish His work. – John 4:34 NASB Experiencing GOD reveals seven ways of relating to GOD: knowing, loving, hearing, joining, believing, obeying and experiencing. This book’s inspiring and straightforward approach will teach you how to: Hear when GOD speaks See what GOD is doing in your life Take GOD at His Word Know where GOD is taking you Know how to respond to GOD’s work in your life Experience GOD more intimately then ever...
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Daniel Fast Guidelines

Foods You Should Eat Whole Grains Barley, Brown Rice, Buckwheat, Corn, Oats, Quinoa, Rye, Whole Wheat Legumes Dried Beans, Pinto Beans, Split Peas, Lentils, Black Eyed Peas Fruits Apples, Apricots, Bananas, Blackberries, Blueberries, Boysenberries, Cantaloupe, Cherries, Cranberries, Oats, Figs, Grapefruit, Grapes, Guava, Honeydew Melon, Kiwi, Lemons, Limes, Mangoes, Nectarines, Papayas, Peaches, Pears, Pineapples, Plums, Prunes, Raisins, Raspberries, Strawberries, Tangelos, Tangerines, Watermelon Vegetables Artichokes, Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chili Peppers, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Gingerroot, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard Greens, Okra, Onions, Parsley, Potatoes, Radishes, Rutabagas, Scallions, Spinach, Sprouts, Squashes, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Turnips, Watercress, Yams, Zucchini Seeds, Nuts, Sprouts Liquids Spring Water, Distilled Water, 100% All-Natural Fruit Juices, 100% All Natural Vegetable Juices Foods to Avoid Butter Caffeine Carbonated Beverages Dairy Products Fried Foods Foods Containing Preservatives or Additives Margarine, Shortening, High Fat Products Meat Refined Sugar Sugar Substitutes White Flour and All Products Using It White...
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Why Doctrine?

SCRIPTURES: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 16All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction (tutorage, i.e. education or training; by implication, disciplinary correction:–chastening, chastisement, instruction, nurture.) in righteousness: 17That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works. Acts 2:42 42And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. What is Doctrine? The word doctrine is mentioned 60 times in KJV Bible. (Greek) didaskalos (di·dac·tic = intended for instruction) = instruction, teaching, learning (Latin) doceo = “doctor” which means to “teach(ing)” or “instruct(ion)” Doctrine is the fundamental truths of the Bible arranged in a systematic form. This is also what we call “Theology”: The study of God. A reasoned discourse about God Religion (Latin) means “to bind”. It represents those “activities” which bind a man to God in certain relationships. Theology is “knowledge” about God. Religion is the “practice” of that knowledge about God. Thus bad theology produces bad religion! (Sow a thought, reap an action, sow an action reap a character, sow a character reap your destiny). You can be religious without necessarily having a thorough systematic knowledge of doctrine. Doctrine is God’s revelation of truth as found in the Scriptures. Why do we need Doctrine? To assist humans in knowing the plan of their creator for their life’s journey from birth (time) into eternity (destination). è The human life is a journey not from birth to death but from time into eternity.  Thus it is one that was “planned” by man’s maker, and directed towards a heavenly destination. (Jeremiah 29:11) Doctrine is that plan unfolded. God has the authority to provide doctrine. To provide the clear-cut convictions essential for a “fully developed” Christian Character. (Galatians Chapter 5) Strong beliefs make for strong character.  And clear-cut beliefs make for clear-cut convictions. To safeguard against ERROR. (Proverbs 10:17). Sound Doctrine assists in the avoidance of ERROR. To “err” means to wander (particularly aimlessly). Doctrine will affect one’s quality of life decisions: (Proverbs 4:1-7) choice of life partner. (Proverbs 19:13-14: Ecclesiastes 2:26) career choice. how to raise children. character & ethics. relationships with people. This Book deals with a division of theology called “Systematic Theology” which is the orderly arrangement into topics of doctrines concerning subjects such as the Scriptures, God, Man, Angels, Sin, etc. What Is Doctrine...
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