Tuesday 21 January 2014

Will There Ever Be World Peace? We Reveal the Answer....



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Milestones Update Mr Don Pearce Rugby Prophecy Day 2009



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How to Qualify for a Place in Gods Kingdom: Mr Simeon Hunter, Galatians...



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What happens after we die?



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The King's Manifesto for life: Study 1:Portrait of a Citizen of Zion - M...



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The Crown of Righteousness 2 Timothy 4:8 Mr. Steve Hunter, Granite State



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When Christianity Lost it's Reward - Mr J Mayock Granite State Christade...



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Catching a Large number of Fish: Luke 5: 1-11 Granite State Christadelp...



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The Healing of a Man with an Unclean Spirit Mark Cpt 1: 23



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How Reliable is the Bible?

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Wednesday 8 January 2014

A voice from the Excellent Glory: The Transfiguration of Christ Mr.Jim C...



It is worthy of note, in connection with this wonderful subject to see what the Master said in Matthew 16:28; “There are some standing here who shall not taste death till (or before) they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom”.
We know that they died, and that they will be resurrected when Christ comes into his kingdom, so that, what they witnessed upon the mount was in miniature.
It is very significant that it was after six days, which is typical of six thousand years since the creation, to be followed by “… a rest for the people of God” (Heb. 4:9).
He took Peter, James and John. These three occur together seven times. He “led them up on a high mountain apart by themselves: and he was transfigured before them” (Mark. 9:2). The word “transfigured” is the Greek mortamorphoo, from which comes our word metamorphosis. It refers to when a caterpillar turns into a butterfly—the word is used four times, twice “transfiguration”, twice “transformed,” (Rom. 12:2, 2 Cor. 3:18). “We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised incorruptible, and we shall all be changed” (1 Cor. 15:51-52). This is exactly what happened to Christ on the mount. Luke tells us that he went into the mountain to pray (9:28-29). It was then that His remarkable change came: “the appearance of his face was altered, and his robe became white and glistening”. “His face shone like the sun, (Mat. 17:2) - like, we might add, the face of Moses, and even his clothing was “white as the light”. We are reminded of Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 4:6: “God … has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ”.
Matthew records “Moses and Elijah appeared to them, talking with him” (17:3). Mark and Luke tell us the same, but Luke also tells us what they were talking about: they “spoke of his decease” which he was about to accomplish in Jerusalem (9:31). The word “decease” is in the Greek “exodus”, which means “departure”, as in Hebrews 11:22. So Moses and Elijah were talking to Jesus of his forthcoming death, and his Exodus from the grave.
John referred to this wonderful event: 1:4: “we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth”. In 1 Peter 1:16-17 we read that “we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received from God the Father honour and glory when such a voice came to him from the Excellent Glory: this is my beloved son, in whom I am well pleased”. The two words used by Peter, “honour” and “glory” are used in the Septuagint in Exodus 28:2 of the High Priest’s garments, which therefore represent the glory of Immortality. Paul uses the same two words in Hebrews 2 when quoting from Psalm 8 and referring to Christ, “you have made him a little lower than the angels; you have crowned him with glory and honour and set him over the works of your hands. You have put all things in subjection under His feet”. So that he is now, what he was for that short period upon the mount. This is of course beyond our comprehension, but it enabled Yahshua “to be able to taste the joy set before him, endured the stake, despising the shame”. Peter was anxious to keep Moses and Elijah, so asked, “Let us make three tabernacles: one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah,” … while he was saying this, a cloud came and overshadowed them … and a voice came out of the cloud, saying, “this is my beloved Son. Hear Him!”. The voice of the Almighty made them afraid as it did with Israel and even Moses. Christ then told them to fear not and in 17:8, “When they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no one but Jesus only,” which clearly shows that they did see Moses and Elijah, and not an apparition.
Many think it was only a vision, which assumes that Jesus was talking to an apparition, which would not have done much for Christ or his disciples. But was it a vision as such? We read in verse 9, “tell the vision to no man”. The Greek word for “vision” is horama, a spectacle, - a thing seen, which can mean a vision, or something literal. This word is used in Acts 7:31 “the sight” which was certainly not a vision: the angel was literally in the bush. So Moses and Elijah were there, on the mount with Jesus: it was a representation of Jesus coming in his kingdom (Mat. 16:28).
For Moses to be there entailed his resurrection, for we know that Moses died and was buried. Moses represented the Law—the Law that could not give life. It was a temporary addition to the Abrahamic covenant because of sin, says Paul in Galations 3:19. So Moses could not lead Israel into the land of promise, he had to die, so the resurrection of Moses, represents the resurrection of the dead, when the Son of Man comes into his kingdom, whilst Elijah whose death is not recorded, represents those who are “alive and remain” (1 Thes. 4:17).
So we see that the Transfiguration was in fact a wonderful prophecy. It was then, when Peter James and John saw his Glory as recorded in John 1:14: “we beheld his glory” - also 2 Peter 1:16-17:
“for we did not follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received from God that Father honour and glory when such a voice came to him from the Excellent Glory: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”
Ted Bailey

Tuesday 7 January 2014

An introduction to the Bible Part 3 A Short AudioVisual presentation



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An introduction to the Bible Part 1 - A Short Audio/Visual presentation

Generally, most attendees can be grouped into two classes:

1. Those who know very little about the Bible and are frustrated by attempts to read it consistently

2. Those who read the Bible regularly and are always seeking opportunities to further their understanding.

You can see our dilemma.  We have to provide a balance between those who know a lot and those who know very little.

So, we alternate sections between no knowledge and some knowledge of the Bible and we ask your patience in one section if you find it either boring or too advanced...hang on, we'll be back to you in a few minutes.

Whatever class you fall in, or somewhere in between, we assume that you believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that you believe you can benefit in some way from understanding its message.

An introduction to the Bible Part 2 A Short AudioVisual presentation



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Global Warming: Will the Earth be Destroyed? What the Bible says

Global Warming - Will the Earth be Destroyed?
As the prophet Daniel foretold, there is a time of trouble coming on earth that will bring it to
the brink of destruction.

At that time Michael shall stand up, the great prince who stands watch over the sons of
your people; and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a
nation, even to that time. And at that time your people shall be delivered, every one who is
found written in the book. And many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall
awake, some to everlasting life, some to shame and everlasting contempt (Daniel 12:1--2)
Welcome to our channel run by the Christadelphians Worldwide to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking  the Truth About the Human condition and Gods plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it.

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Read a variety of Pamphlets on-line concerning various Bible subjects.
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Visit our website for further information, videos and audio talks covering a varied Biblical subject base and find more info on how to get in touch with the a Christadelphian hall near you. this page is managed by the Christadelphian's at rugby.
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The deadly challenge of Internet Porn and Social Media websites - A lecture by Mr.Jim Cowie


Internet pornography is pornography that is accessible over the Internet, primarily via websites, peer-to-peer file sharing, or Usenet newsgroups. While pornography had been available over the Internet since the 1980s, it was the availability of widespread public access to the World Wide Web in 1991 that led to an expansion of Internet pornography.
The Internet enables people to access pornography more or less anonymously and to view it in the comfort and privacy of their homes. It also allows access to pornography by people whose access is otherwise restricted for legal or social reasons, such as children.
 What does the Bible teach...
Several specific sexual acts are forbidden in the Bible. Among these are homosexuality,1 bestiality (sex with animals),2 and incest (sexual relations with close family members, including your mother, sister, niece, aunt, daughter-in-law, and sister-in-law),3 fornication (sexual relations outside of marriage)4 and adultery (sexual relations with another person's spouse),5 rape (forced sex),6 and orgies.7 To emphasize the seriousness of these kinds of offenses, the penalty was death.8 All of these categories are abundantly represented in pornographic offerings. The only acceptable form of sexual expression—between a married husband and wife—is virtually absent. So, virtually all the acts pornography depicts are prohibited in the Bible. Obviously, one should not be participating in such acts, even vicariously.

Young people and Children at the Judgement Seat of Christ - Mr.Jim Cowie


Young people and Children at the Judgement Seat of Christ - Mr.Jim Cowie


The Gospel of Matthew - Themes of the Gospel: David Stoneley

In 2014 we are looking at Bible Basics - An introduction to Bible themes, characters and places. We will be concentrating on one aspect of the Bible over the course of a month. For more information go to http://ormskirkchristadelphians.org.uk
Welcome to our channel run by the Christadelphians Worldwide to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking  the Truth About the Human condition and Gods plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it.

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Visit our website for further information, videos and audio talks covering a varied Biblical subject base and find more info on how to get in touch with the a Christadelphian hall near you. this page is managed by the Christadelphian's at rugby.
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Time Magazine's Person of the Year! The Pope - The False Prophet, Bible in the News

Person of the Year - The False Prophet
Pope Francis is chosen as person of the year, having the most influence of events this year.
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January 04, 2014 - Audio, 16.12 Minutes
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This week Time Magazine declared Pope Francis "Person of the Year." The criteria for this honour is to be the person who "for better or for worse...has done the most to influence the events of the year." The book of Revelation describes his influence over the Kings of the Earth.
This week Time Magazine declared Pope Francis "Person of the Year."  The criteria for this honour is to be the person who "for better or for worse...has done the most to influence the events of the year."
So, according to Time, the Pope is the most influential person of this year. Funny that.  As head of the Catholic Church, he is officially dubbed by the Book of Revelation as "the False Prophet" (Rev 16:13).  Later in Revelation, the Apostate Catholic system is described as:
"..the great whore that sitteth upon many waters: With whom the kings of the earth have committed fornication, and the inhabitants of the earth have been made drunk with the wine of her fornication." (Revelation 17:1--2)

Compelling Bible Evidence for Intelligent Design - Evolution opposed

The case for creation by an intelligent designer who has an ultimate purpose with his creation is contrasted with the evolutionary views of random spontaneous creation. Life comes from life; intelligence comes from intelligence. God is the essential First Cause, the Intelligence behind this Creation.
Welcome to our channel run by the Christadelphians Worldwide to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking  the Truth About the Human condition and Gods plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it.

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Read a variety of Pamphlets on-line concerning various Bible subjects.
http://www.thechristadelphian.com/pamphlets/standardseries/default.html

Visit our website for further information, videos and audio talks covering a varied Biblical subject base and find more info on how to get in touch with the a Christadelphian hall near you. this page is managed by the Christadelphian's at rugby.
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Friday 3 January 2014

The deadly challenge of Internet Porn and Social Media websites - A lect...



What does the Bible teach...
Several specific sexual acts are forbidden in the Bible. Among these are homosexuality,1 bestiality (sex with animals),2 and incest (sexual relations with close family members, including your mother, sister, niece, aunt, daughter-in-law, and sister-in-law),3 fornication (sexual relations outside of marriage)4 and adultery (sexual relations with another person's spouse),5 rape (forced sex),6 and orgies.7 To emphasize the seriousness of these kinds of offenses, the penalty was death.8 All of these categories are abundantly represented in pornographic offerings. The only acceptable form of sexual expression—between a married husband and wife—is virtually absent. So, virtually all the acts pornography depicts are prohibited in the Bible. Obviously, one should not be participating in such acts, even vicariously