Please join Oxford for the study John was going to do for us and them in August on Wednesday evenings. The study is – as described: Manifesting Christ: Insufficiency of Law Compassion Follow me Prayer These are stand-alone talks – which John will adapt as he sees fit when he presents them. He has already… Read More John Launchbury’s study: Manifesting Christ
Today’s thought “Peace, peace, when there is no peace” (July 18) As we continue reading Jeremiah we see how uncertain the way of life surrounding him had become – just like today. God says to him, “You shall say to them … they have rejected the word of the LORD, so what wisdom is in… Read More Today’s thought “Peace, peace, when there is no peace” (July 18)
Consider Jeremiah as a type, or historical prophecy, of our Lord Jesus Christ: In his birth and calling: an appointed prophet to the nations, having God’s words in his mouth: Jer 1:5,9. As a lamb brought to the slaughter: Christ, having done no sin – neither was guile found in his mouth– suffered for us,… Read More Today’s thought July 11 Reading 2 – Jeremiah 1 – Historical prophecy
“Whoever invokes a blessing in the land will do so by the God of truth; he who takes an oath in the land will swear by the God of truth” (Isa 65:16). “Abraham was told that all nations would bless themselves in his Seed (Psa 72:17). With reference to these superlative truths, Paul declared with… Read More Today’s thought July 9 Reading 2 – Isa 65:16 Invokers of a blessing
Today’s thought “That the nations might tremble” (July 8) First we read 1 Samuel 20, an account of Saul’s increasing jealousy of David – and his developing desire to kill him: such is human nature and its self-centredness. We constantly see this around us – it is more evident than ever at election times! Then… Read More Today’s thought “That the nations might tremble” (July 8)
In today’s chapter from the Book of Isaiah, we hear about a servant who shall deal prudently, though would be exalted and extolled, and be very high. We have a twofold aspect of Messiah in sufferings and glory. “ Behold, my servant shall deal wisely, he shall be exalted and lifted up, and shall be… Read More Today’s Thought “God’s servant will succeed! He will be raised up, exalted, highly honoured!” (Weekend of 2020 June 27-28)
“5 My righteousness is near, my salvation is gone forth, and mine arms shall judge the peoples; the isles shall wait for me, and on mine arm shall they trust. 6 Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look upon the earth beneath; for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth… Read More Today’s Thought “God’s salvation shall be for ever, and His righteousness shall not be abolished” (June 26)
“5 The Lord Jehovah hath opened mine ear, and I was not rebellious, neither turned away backward. 6 I gave my back to the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair; I hid not my face from shame and spitting.” (Isa 50:5-6 ASV) The prophets of God, like Isaiah, Jeremiah and… Read More Today’s Thought “Has God given you a tongue to speak?” (June 25)
Coastlands or all of those in far-off lands should come to know that there is Only One True God, Who is also the God Who has chosen Him a people. It is the eternal all-knowing Godhead Who said to Isaiah that he is His servant Israel, in whom He will display His glory. Jehovah God… Read More Today’s Thought “Given for a light to the Gentile” (June 24)
We continue our thought about man making himself a god or worshipping more than one god. In today’s reading of Isaiah 46 and 47 Jehovah God asks the house of Jacob, and all the remnant of the house of Israel, which are borne by Him from the belly, which are carried from the womb: “3… Read More Today’s Thought “To whom will ye liken me, and make me equal, and compare me, that we may be like? ” (June 22)
For those who missed our service this morning: Presenting some videos we also love to share this part of our gathering on the net this morning Brothers & Sister uniting from 5 Continents 128 Voices and 35 Instruments joined for this Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation Video. I turned and saw the earth the wilderness lay waste… Read More Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation Christadelphian Virtual Choir with: Here At Last
All those people in the world who worship in front of graven images should come to know not only that they do that in vain, but that there is no other besides the Adonai, the Elohim Hashem Jehovah. “5 I am Jehovah, and there is none else; besides me there is no God. I will… Read More Today’s Thought “That they may know that there is none besides Jehovah ” (June 21)
In this world, we do find people who adhere to many gods. Lots of idols are worshipped as if they are helping gods. The Divine Creator, the El-Elyon, Isra’el’s King and Redeemer, Adonai–Tzva’ot, the Lord of Armies, the Almighty said: “6 … I am the first, and I am the last; and besides me there… Read More Today’s Thought “Idols are nothing against the first and the last God” (June 20)
Yesterday we spoke about the Only One true God Who knows everything and Who does never change. In the second reading of today, we come to know about someone who did not everything but who was loved very much by God. We learn about the servant of God who Is called to bring justice. The… Read More Today’s Thought “The servant, His chosen one, whom God supports and in whom God takes pleasure.” (June 18)
Did you ever wonder Who has done such mighty deeds, directing the affairs of generations of mankind, calling those generations from the beginning? “Who hath wrought and done it, calling the generations from the beginning? I, Jehovah, the first, and with the last, I am he.” (Isa 41:4 ASV) From the beginning was the Adonai,… Read More Today’s Thought “The One Who brought it about” (June 17)
Today’s Thought “Let brotherly love continue” (June 06) As Christadelphians we are brothers and sisters in Christ, which means we should love each other as brothers and sisters, being part of a great family. Whatever might happen in this world we should Keep on loving each other as brothers and sisters. (Hebrews 13:1) The world… Read More Today’s Thought “Let brotherly love continue” (June 06)
In Hebrews 10 we pick out just three of several wonderful and challenging verses, “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works … encouraging one another, and all the more as… Read More Today’s tought (June 3) Holding fast the confession of our hope confident we will be kept in “perfect peace”
Today’s Thought “Let us then with confidence” (May 30) In reading the letter to the Hebrews we uncover a rich mine of thoughts that challenge and stimulate our thinking. It is packed full of encouragement for those whose aim is to genuinely follow in the footsteps of Christ! But we must take care not to… Read More Today’s Thought “Let us then with confidence” (May 30)
Today’s thought “I do not count my life of any value” (May 8) The Apostle Paul, as a result of his total commitment to Christ, attracted intense devotion from those he converted. In today’s Acts 20, he says, “I do not count my life of any value, nor as precious to myself” (verse 24). This… Read More Today’s thought “I do not count my life of any value” (May 8)
Today’s thought “You stiff necked people” (April 30) Stephen’s speech (in Acts 7) before the Jewish Council is a history lesson! Why? For what purpose? He reviews all that had happened since the time of Abraham. But the members of the Council would have known their history? But was it just academic knowledge to them?… Read More Today’s thought “You stiff necked people” (April 30)
