This genius story can only be found in Matt. 17. And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tribute money came to Peter, and said, Doth not your master pay tribute? (Mat 17:24) This was not about paying taxes to the Roman government. In the Greek, tribute is di-drachma, or double drachma, which... Continue Reading →
Grace and peace, from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ (both three days ago and today) God Purpose for His Institution of Government It is clear from the holy scriptures that God instituted government as a means. Through this means, God would be all in all. This happens through the exaltation of His... Continue Reading →
We have finally arrived at our FINAL message on the End of the World, which also happens to be about the End of the World. Rev 21:1 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. Rev... Continue Reading →
In I Samuel 8:5-6, after years of national decline, Israel asks Samuel to give them a king to judge them “like all the nations.” Samuel then proceeds to tell them in verses 10-22 that the king will be a “taker” of Israel’s resources to enrich himself. He will even take 20% above the tithes God... Continue Reading →
There is a prince in the millennial kingdom. Of course, the Lord is called a Prince many times, but this prince is different. Who is this prince? What will be his responsibilities? We have at the top of the ruling structure in the millennial kingdom, the Lord Jesus Christ, doing the will of the Father.... Continue Reading →
Here are, to me, the best verses describing a true theocracy. Isa 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Isa 9:7 Of... Continue Reading →
No, this is not talking about the war in Israel. This is about what happens after the Second Coming. When the Lord returns, He comes straight down to the Mount of Olives out of the north. When His foot touches the Mount of Olives, the entire mountain explodes. There is a great trumpet. The angels... Continue Reading →
Last Friday, we covered the Lord’s Second Coming and Armageddon. Then the Lord’s foot touches down upon the Mount of Olives. We pointed out Zec 14:4, which told us, “And his feet shall stand in that day upon the mount of Olives, which is before Jerusalem on the east, and the mount of Olives shall... Continue Reading →
Consider day one of the Tribulation. The 144,000, the Two Witnesses, the Antichrist, the False Prophet – they all make their appearance on day one, and in this article, we’re going to go look at another event at the beginning of the Tribulation, the scene that will take place in God’s Throne Room. We might... Continue Reading →
This is a collection of snippets from our Wednesday night sermons on the End of the World, and these a few of my favorite aspects about the Lord's millennial kingdom. Enjoy! -j The kingdom is literal, physical, and visible here on this Earth. In the Bible, Jerusalem means Jerusalem. Zion means Zion. And the Earth... Continue Reading →
Hello, saints! I’m just sharing my notes from Wednesday night’s message. (I gave it my best shot on this topic, and I’ll always be open to anyone’s thoughts.) First, let’s read Micah 4:1-4. Mic 4:1 But in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the LORD shall... Continue Reading →
Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. - Galatians 5:1 (KJV) i wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy Independence Day. I am so thankful to live in the United States of American which has been the... Continue Reading →
Does God intervene today? Absolutely. Did God not intervene when He called you by His gospel? Did God not intervene when you were convicted by His Holy Spirit and you chose to embrace His gospel by faith? Did God not intervene when the Spirit indwelt you and baptized you the moment you believed? Did God... Continue Reading →
The greatest freedom we could ever possess is not the freedom that our birth, family, or nation could ever provide. It is a freedom that isn't deterred by death, but undeterred by death. This freedom is in Christ and as such is the greatest freedom we possess. All too often believers begin to hold forth... Continue Reading →
Consider these mighty verses in 2 Timothy 3: 2Ti 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 3:2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3:3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are... Continue Reading →
Every day, as I prep for podcasts, I am consistently moved by the sheer volume of stories across Christian news sites about the massive persecution of Christians around the globe right now. This is religious persecution that ranges from the relatively mild, like the online censorship we're encountering in the U.S., to extreme forms of... Continue Reading →
A few thoughts we should possess not only now, but at all times in the world in which we live - sorry about the writing..... Grace and Peace Beloved, Throughout this season of a pandemic, I have heard much of the same as before the coronavirus about politics, economy, the constitution, rights, theories about the... Continue Reading →
Godliness transcends partisanship and the politics of higher offices no matter their form within any nation. The bearers of godliness have always transcended the winds of politics. Yet, the crass conversation of politics has infiltrated the speech and attitude of those in Christ toward the very ones that God has commended His love to. At... Continue Reading →
The Lord Jesus Christ testified that He was the light of men and therefore the Light had come into the world. Now that Christ is at the right hand of the Father those that are in Him, though we live in this present evil world, are to continue the tradition in His stead. We too... Continue Reading →
False expectations can be devastating in our personal lives, toward our spouses, in parenting, and in other relationships. Humans are sinners by nature not able to please God, being under sin with a bent to rely upon self. Expecting those in authoritative government positions to make godly decisions is the difference between light and darkness,... Continue Reading →
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