In SPIRIT AND TRUTH
BOOKSHELF ESSENTUAL
The Teachings of Jesus explores what Jesus communicated about the Father, about salvation, about the Sabbath, and much more. Through both His words and His actions, Jesus introduced His disciples to the principles of the kingdom of heaven and catch a glimpse of what God wants for us. By studying His teachings, we, too, can begin to understand those truths and what He empowers us to become.
BOOKSHELF ESSENTUAL
This book on Revelation was not written for the theologian or Bible scholar. It was written for the man on the street-the man who has been told that Revelation is so full of symbolism that it cannot be understood. It was also written for those who
have been told the events of Revelation have already passed and do not apply to
us; that they will take place in the future long after we are gone; or that we will not
be on earth when they take place-and a dozen other excuses for not understanding
the truth.
It was written for the person who has a desire to know what Christ told John
concerning the days we live in now and for the person who wants to see the unfolding
of prophecy, as one event after another takes place-each prophecy expanding and
enlarging the next.
BOOKSHELF ESSENTUAL
BOOKSHELF ESSENTUAL
The books of Daniel and Revelation are companions. The prophecies given in Daniel are revealed further in Revelation and fit together like a hand in a glove.
As you understand the dreams and visions given to Daniel, you will find that John
repeats the same prophecies and enlarges upon their meaning in Revelation. The
book of Daniel is the first step in understanding Revelation. God gave these visions for guidance to His people, particularly in the closing events of time. He did not clothe them in mystery so they could not be understood, but by simply following
Biblical principles, Daniel, becomes Pure and Simple.
FOR STUDY & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
BOOKSHELF ESSENTUAL
The books of Daniel and Revelation were written 2000 years ago. The Prophecies of these books are alive today and we need to understand and share.
FOR STUDY & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
The Beast of Revelation 13 is morphing before our eyes. Each day our government flexes and usurps more power. Once the helper of the world is now it's greatest bully.
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
The Three Angels in Revelation 14 deliver a critical end-time message, urging people to fear God, worship Him as Creator (First Angel), warning of the fall of corrupt systems like "Babylon (Second Angel), and informing of torment for those who worship the beast and receive its mark (Third Angel), all while proclaiming the everlasting gospel before Jesus' return. These messages are God's final appeal
Exploring FaCTS IN Spirituality
FOR KNOWLADGE & SHARING
FOR WISDOM & UNDRESTANDING
FOR WISDOM & UNDRESTANDING
You don't have to guess what's next. The Lord has it spelled out for those that believe.
FOR WISDOM & UNDRESTANDING
FOR WISDOM & UNDRESTANDING
FOR WISDOM & UNDRESTANDING
This is a brief explanation of the 28 fundamentals of the
Seventh-day Adventist church. It is recommended study a minimum of twice a year.
FOR SHARING
FOR WISDOM & UNDRESTANDING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
We can run but we can not hide. You will be marked or sealed. The choice is yours's.
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FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
This book explains the Great Controversy that is playing out before us and throughout the cosmos.
FOR SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
The enemy has the world all mixed up. This helps make it plain.
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FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
FOR UNDERSTANDING & SHARING
Another publication that explains some of the wine of the Mother of Harlots.
Revelation 17
Inspiration & EDUCATION FOR TRANSFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
Three score and ten are the promise years the Lord has given us even though He allowed the formers hundreds of years. It is fascinating to read about Adam, Noah, Enoch, even Abraham. I wonder if they gave any thought to retirement planning. Just think how much junk mail they would have received, or the number of blocked calls would have been on their mobile phones. I reached that magic number this past year seventy. To be honest I don’t feel any different than I did when I was sixty or fifty but there is one major thing I must admit and that’s since I could remember I was taught growing up in a Christian home that Jesus is coming back. My mom was the leader in our home and even though I played sports I assisted in the Preparation Day and at sunset on Friday, the Sabbath began. Wasn’t crazy about it then this was pre-twenty-four-hour day sports networks. The enemy has always programed the best sporting events on Friday night. Growing up in a state where basketball was life sometime on Friday, I would go to bed early and place a mountain of pillows over my head so that no one except my brother would know I was listening to the “Big Game.” Well somewhere along the way the love and truth from God that went in early has surfaced. Oh, I still love sports except when it’s over hyped, but my priorities have changed. I love Jesus and keep His commands and even though we live in a world that is morphing daily (Matthew 24, 2 Timothy 3:2-4) I can’t help but believe we don’t have long to be here. Jesus said this would happen and its history.
It was written and proclaimed since I could remember: ‘Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive none of her plagues Revelation 18:4. Look around, is this not the time?
Exit Babylon is a spiritual and mental departure from the realm of confusion.
The following suggested strategies are precursors shared by the Master of Inspiration, the Holy Spirit. This is a series of inspired maneuvers to obtain the prize of the high calling in our Lord Christ Jesus.
He that have ears.
PART 1 | THE ESSENTIALS
And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels and prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.
And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceives the entire world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. (Revelation 12:7-9, 17) And the dragon was wroth with the woman and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.
We are at war and if there is any military in your bones you know that there are great planning strategies going into battle and even greater strategy sessions coming out. Our Commander and Chief is Jesus and along with the Spirit of the living God they have never lost a battle. If we adhere to the detailed plans of our leader trust and obey our victory is guaranteed. Even though we are in slightly different parts of His service, there are common threads and fundamentals we must follow.
The following are fundamentals things we must know and do. Things that should become second nature to achieve success:
Believe The Holy Scriptures (Isa. 8:20; 2 Tim. 3:16, 17 2 Peter 1:20, 21.)
The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration. The inspired authors spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit.
Get to Know Yahweh the Father (John 17:3)
God the eternal Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful, and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.
Get To Know Jesus God the Son. (Isa. 53:4-6; John 14:1-3, Heb. 8:1, 2.)
God the eternal Son became incarnate in Jesus Christ. Through Him all things were created, the character of God is revealed, the salvation of humanity is accomplished, and the world is judged.
Get to Know the Holy Spirit Ruach Yahweh (1 John 5:7)
God the eternal Spirit was active with the Father and the Son in Creation, incarnation, and redemption. He is as much a person as are the Father and the Son. He inspired the writers of Scripture. He filled Christ’s life with power. He draws and convicts human beings; and those who respond He renews and transforms into the image of God.
Understand the Creation (Gen. 1-2; Exod. 20:8-11; Acts 17:24;)
God has revealed in Scripture the authentic and historical account of His creative activity. He created the universe, and in a recent six-day creation the Lord made “the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them” and rested on the seventh day. Thus, He established the Sabbath as a perpetual memorial of the work He performed and completed during six literal days that together with the Sabbath constituted the same unit of time that we call a week today.
Grow in Christ (Ps. 1:1, 2;1 Thess. 5:16-18, 23; James 1:27;)
By His death on the cross Jesus triumphed over the forces of evil. He who subjugated the demonic spirits during His earthly ministry has broken their power and made certain their ultimate doom. Jesus’ victory gives us victory over the evil forces that still seek to control us, as we walk with Him in peace, joy, and assurance of His love. Now the Holy Spirit dwells within us and empowers us.
Keep the Law of God (Exod. 20:1-17; Matt. 5:17-20; 22, Rev. 12:17; 14:12.)
The great principles of God’s law are embodied in the Ten Commandments and exemplified in the life of Christ. They express God’s love, will, and purposes concerning human conduct and relationships and are binding upon all people in every age. These precepts are the basis of God’s covenant with His people and the standard in God’s judgment.
Keep the Sabbath (Isa 66:22,23, Ezek. 20:12, Luke 4:16;)
The gracious Creator, after the six days of Creation, rested on the seventh day and instituted the Sabbath for all people as a memorial of Creation. The fourth commandment of God’s unchangeable law requires the observance of this seventh-day Sabbath as the day of rest, worship, and ministry in harmony with the teaching and practice of Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath.
Live Christian Behavior (Ps. 106:3; Rom. 12:1, 2; 1 John 2:6;)
We are called to be a godly people who think, feel, and act in harmony with biblical principles in all aspects of personal and social life. For the Spirit to recreate in us the character of our Lord, we involve ourselves only in those things that will produce Christlike purity, health, and joy in our lives. This means that our amusement and entertainment should meet the highest standards of Christian taste and beauty.
Value the Second Coming of Christ (John 14:1-3; Acts 1:9-11; Rev. 1:7)
The second coming of Christ is the blessed hope of His people, the grand climax of the gospel. The King's coming will be literal, personal, visible, and worldwide.
Relish The New Earth (Isa.65:17-25; Matt. 5:5; 2 Peter 3:13).
On the new earth, in which righteousness dwells, God will provide an eternal home for the redeemed and a perfect environment for everlasting life, love, joy, and learning in His presence. For here God Himself will dwell with His people and suffering and death will have passed away. The great controversy will be ended, and sin will be no more.
Conclusion
I have often heard there is nothing new under the sun. This is true with our Lord. People want to establish their own way of righteousness instead of submitting to the righteousness of God. Jesus made it all, He paid it all, He gives it all and we can have it all. We must remember fundamental or basic training through Christ and the Holy Spirit is a guarantee that we can live in Yahweh’s neighborhood. Praise God!