LET THE BIBLE SPEAK.

What the Bible Teaches on Benevolence Lindsay Allen Since God is a God of love, pity and compassion, it is not surprising that he has always championed the cause of widows, the fatherless and other poor and unfortunate people. At the same time, God has stressed that these people should not be shown preferential treatment before the courts simply because they were poor. The poor too, may pay their due according to their ability and opportunity. However, God's law regarding the treatment or neglect of such people is firm and stringent. "Ye shall not afflict any widow, or fatherless child. If thou afflict them in any wise, and they cry at all unto me, I will surely hear their cry; and my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children father-less" (Exod. 22:22-24). Jesus reminds us, "The poor ye have with you always, and whensoever ye will ye may do them good" (Mk. 14:7). Matthew's picture of the fina...

The Lord's MONEY Jady W. Copeland In previous articles we have seen that the purpose of the Lord's advent into the world was spiritual, and further that the purpose of our work as followers of him likewise is spiritual. Not only does he save us to be finally glorified in the next world, but he uses us to save others (I Tim. 4:15-16; 2 Tim. 2:2). When we stop to think about the fact that our sojourn in the world is so very short, and that "things" are purely temporary, we immediately realize that material possessions are simply tools which we use to save ourselves and those who hear us. But man is too often bothered with covetousness. We are "possessed by our possessions" (they control us instead of our controlling them) and because they are something we can see, use and enjoy here we too often think more of the material than the eternal. Paul speaks of the ministry of the word and the hardships it causes "pressed on every side, yet not straightened; ...

God and the Family. By Kevin Cauley. PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will discuss God’s ideal of the family. We will discuss God’s ideal, 1) Father and Husband, 2) Mother and Wife, 3) Children, 4) Grandparents. OBJECTIVES: Each person should be able to state what their role is in the family as God would have it and cite supporting scripture to back this up. AIM: To support and encourage each person as they fulfill their role in the family. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Genesis 18:19 “For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him.” 2. About the Text: 1) Abraham had a wonderful relationship with God. 2) This relationship was based upon Abraham’s faith in God. 3) One of the aspects of Abraham’s life was his relationship to his family. 4) God comments on this relationship in Gene...

SEEDS OF DESTINY DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY DR. PASTOR PAUL ENENCHE FRIDAY 19 JULY, 2019 TOPIC: TITHE; THE SECURITY OF YOUR FINANCE SCRIPTURE: Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse… and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes…Malachi 3:10-11 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: The tithe is what secures the balance of the money in your hand. The tithe is the 10% of whatever income or money that you earn. Giving this 10% of your income to God is called tithing. Against the diverse misconceptions from different quarters, it is important to know that the tithe is not a church doctrine; it is a blessing covenant connector. When God says, bring ye all the tithes… (Malachi 3:10-11), He is saying that you should give Him a portion of what He gave you so that the rest can be secured. Bishop David Oyedepo said ...

  THE WHEREABOUT OF ENOCH, AND ELIJAH? BY BENSON OMOLE Min. GREETINGS: GRACE TO YOU AND PEACE FROM GOD OUR FATHER, AND THE LORD JESUS CHRIST.  I HAVE A GREAT PLEASURE, AND JOY WITHIN ME STANDING BEFORE YOU TODAY. I AM ALSO GREATFUL TO OUR GOD, THE ALMIGHTY. MAY HE BE GLORIFIED IN THIS MEETING, THIS EVENING? IT IS ALSO OUR PRAYERS THAT MAY WE BE EDIFIED IN HIM, THIS EVENING, AMEN. INTRODUCTION: DO WE KNOW THE WHEREABOUT OF THESE TWO GREAT MEN OF GOD, ENOCH, AND ELIJAH? THE ANSWERS TO THE ABOVE QUESTION WILL DEPEND ON OUR UNDERSTANDING, OF THE HOLY SCRIPTURES. HOWEVER, WE MAY STILL BE HARBOURING, IN OUR HEARTS, SOME OF THE RELICS OF DENOMINATIONALISM. IT IS MY PRAYER TONIGHT, THAT MAY WE KNOW THIS TRUTH, INDEED, AND THEREFORE BE LIBERATED FROM THIS BURDEN, AMEN. (2TIMOTHY 2:15). TEACHING: DID ENOCH AND ELIJAH GO TO HEAVEN? ENOCH AND ELIJAH, ARE THEY IN HEAVEN NOW, AND REACHED THAT PLACE OF GLORY, WITHOUT HAVING TASTED PHYSICAL DEATH? MANY PEOPLE BELIEVED THAT THESE TWO...

The Importance Of The Blood Of JESUS . Benson Omole (Min.) There are many claims today, concerning the potency of the blood of Jesus. Some made claim that the blood was shed for: Security of lives, and properties, Medical healing, Longevity of life, Almost everything.   These kinds of claims stem from the improper understanding of the Bible. From the pages of the Bible, the potency of the Blood of Jesus is seen in these areas: 1). The blood was shed for our redemption, Eph. 1:7; Rom. 3:4. 2). The blood was shed for our justification, Rom. 5:9; 3:25; 1:18. 3). The blood was shed for our sanctification, Heb. 13:12. 4). The blood was shed to cleans us, 1John 1:7; Heb. 9:14. 5). The blood was shed to wash us from the dirt of sins, Rev. 1:5. 6). The blood was shed to reconcile us to GOD, Col.1:20. 7). The blood was shed to purchase, and buy us, the Church of Christ, Acts 20:28; Rev. 5:9.       These are the usefulness of the blood of Jesus Chris...