Browsing Archive: February, 2011
Posted by IsabeJames on Saturday, February 26, 2011,
THE TRUTH ABOUT THE BIBLE
INTRODUCTION:
Man desires to know truth. He has been searching for it since he was
created. To search for truth is wise. Jesus tells us, "You will know
the truth and the truth will make you free" (John 8:32 NLT). When you
find the truth you will find freedom.
THE BIBLE-A RECORD OF TRUTH!
Some men never find truth. They do not know where to look.
Wise men look to the source of truth, God. But how does God reveal
truth?
God has shown us truth by having H...
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Questions on the God Head
Posted by IsabeJames on Saturday, February 26, 2011,
1.
Is the word trinity in the Bible? No.
2.
Does the Bible say that there are three persons in the Godhead? No.
3.
Does the Bible speak of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost? Yes.
4.
Do these titles as used in Matthew 28:19 mean that there are three separate and distinct
persons in the Godhead? No, they refer to three offices, roles, or relationship to humanity.
5.
Does the Bible use the word three in reference to God? Only one verse in the entire Bible
does so—I John 5:7. It speaks o...
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Why We Baptize In Jesus’ Name
Posted by IsabeJames on Saturday, February 26, 2011,
Why We Baptize In Jesus’ Name
Why We Baptize in Jesus' Name
The subject of water baptism has long been called a great issue and no doubt has been made
such by many church leaders of the past and present. In our study of it, let us first consider its
importance, or the necessity of being baptized.
The Importance of Water Baptism
Christian water baptism is an ordinance instituted by Jesus Christ. If it is not important in
the plan of God, why did Jesus command it in Matthew 28:19? An...
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THE TRUTH ABOUT WATER BAPTISM
Posted by IsabeJames on Saturday, February 26, 2011,
THE TRUTH ABOUT WATER BAPTISM
INTRODUCTION:
Jesus, God shown to us in flesh, said, "If you love Me, you will do
what I say" (John 14:15 NLT). This same Jesus tells us, "He who puts
his trust in Me and is baptized will be saved from the punishment of
sin" (Mark 16:16 NLT). If you love Jesus, you will do what He
commands you to do and His Word commands you to be baptized in
Jesus' Name. Those who do not obey will be punished for their sins.
When you repent of your sins and ask God to ...
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THE TRUTH ABOUT REPENTANCE
Posted by IsabeJames on Saturday, February 26, 2011,
THE TRUTH ABOUT REPENTANCE
CREATION:
In looking for truth one of the most basic questions is, "Where did
I come from?" God's book, the Bible, answers this question. It tells
that God always has been and always will be, and that God has
created everything else that is. "In the beginning God created the
heaven and the earth" (Genesis 1:1 NIV).
God's most important creation was man. God made man so man
could worship God and have fellowship with Him. God gave a man
a beautiful garden c...
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THE TRUTH ABOUT GOD
Posted by IsabeJames on Saturday, February 26, 2011,
THE TRUTH ABOUT GOD
INTRODUCTION:
About 2,000 years ago a baby was born to a woman named Mary. This
baby was named Jesus. Jesus was no ordinary baby. Mary was a virgin
and she gave birth to Jesus by the Holy Spirit. His birth was a miracle.
Mary did not choose a name for her baby. His name came from heaven.
An angel told Joseph, who was to become Mary's husband, "You will
give Him the name Jesus because He will save His people from the
punishment of their sins" (Matthew 1:21 NLT). J...
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