Today we read the final chapter of Peter’s second and last epistle. He says, “I am stirring up your sincere mind … that you should remember the predictions of the holy prophets” (verses 1,2). Our previous reading today was Zephaniah 1, which has a challenging message for us – especially tomorrow’s chapter 2. His first… Read More Today’s thought “Remember the predictions of the holy prophets” (December 15)
Today at the service was spoken about king Solomon and king Jesus. Solomon who started out with such promise, but when he died so many had thought he would have been the Messiah. Also with Jesus so many thought he would be the Messiah. Kings normally entered a town on the back of a… Read More An anticlimax in the life of Jesus
Today’s thought “I appoint you a prophet …” (July 11) Today we started reading Jeremiah and it is clear from the first chapter that he was called to be God’s prophet from the very start; indeed, the Lord starts communicating with him by saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and… Read More Today’s thought “I appoint you a prophet …” (July 11)
The Divine Creator Who made man in His image provided them with ‘spiritual nutrients’ which can be absorbed most efficiently at the start of each day by taking up the Book of books, the Bible, the infallible Word of God. To stay alive we have to eat regularly and have to eat healthy food to… Read More Today’s thought “Nutritional spiritual food” (November 14)
Today we look at Jesus who returned to his hometown. His disciples came along. On the Sabbath, he gave a lecture in the meeting place. He made a real hit, impressing everyone. many were very surprised , them having no idea this Nazarene man was this good! “ And when the sabbath was come, he… Read More Today’s thought Mark 6 A carpenter son sending out 12 men (August 11)
Today’s thought “If anyone’s will is to do God’s will” (April 15) The Gospel of John is particularly soul stirring as we read it. We learn much detailed information about parts of the ministry of our Lord, filling some of the ‘gaps’ in the other gospels. We learn that the centre of opposition to Jesus… Read More Today’s thought “If anyone’s will is to do God’s will” (April 15)
Yesterday we read how all were required to gather together, even the shameful nation, before the decree of God takes effect and that day passes like windblown chaff, before the Lord’s fierce anger comes upon us, before the day of the Lord’s wrath comes upon you. (Zephania 2:1-2) By the prophecy of Zephania and other… Read More Today’s thought “What sorrow awaits rebellious people” (December 17)
Today’s thought “… and have no knowledge” (July 24) Today we continued reading Jeremiah and saw the exchange of words between the Lord and the prophet. There is no genuine spirituality left among the people, it is all a sham – yet the prophet appeals to God to act to relieve the terrible famine that… Read More Today’s thought “… and have no knowledge” (July 24)
“37 Now on the last day, the great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink. 38 He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, {1 } from within him shall flow rivers of living water. {1) Gr out of his belly }… Read More Extra memorising verses John 7:37 Coming to Christ to drink
Today’s thought “It is shameful for a woman to …” (March 1) We reflected at length on the verse that includes the above quotation in reading 1 Corinthians 14 today. So many churches, apart from the Catholic Church, now allow women to speak*, and in some cases take quite prominent roles. The words, “it is… Read More Today’s thought “It is shameful for a woman to …” (March 1)
To whom does prophecy belong? With the Book of books the Bible we have a most remarkable book in our hands. Its account of the origin of evil; its unparalleled record of God’s dealings with the nation of Israel; its searching message through their prophets; its “good news” proclaimed by Jesus Christ and his apostles;… Read More Who has the power of prophecy?
What are the aims of Bible Prophecy? 1. To provide convincing evidence – fulfilled Bible prophecy is evidence for the authenticity and reliability of Scripture. 2. To warn the wayward – the message is a ‘wakeup call’ to get right again with God before time runs out. 3. To encourage the faithful – the message… Read More Unlocking Bible Prophecy
What are the aims of Bible Prophecy? 1. To provide convincing evidence – fulfilled Bible prophecy is evidence for the authenticity and reliability of Scripture. 2. To warn the wayward – the message is a ‘wakeup call’ to get right again with God before time runs out. 3. To encourage the faithful – the message… Read More Unlocking Bible Prophecy
Trust, Faith and Prayer Trusting, Faith, Calling and Ascribing to Jehovah #3 voice of God Hearing the Voice in the Holy Scriptures Responding to the Grand Instructor In the Holy Scriptures God gave His Words and told people how to behave and how to follow His instructions and how to fulfil His Will. So they… Read More Trusting, Faith, calling and Ascribing to Jehovah #3 Voice of God #5 To meditate and Transform
Trust, Faith and Prayer Trusting, Faith, Calling and Ascribing to Jehovah #3 voice of God Hearing the Voice in the Holy Scriptures We have the opportunity to hear the Voice of Jehovah God. We have His Words in the Holy Scriptures so we can read and hear His Voice which is on the waters; the… Read More Trusting, Faith, calling and Ascribing to Jehovah #3 Voice of God #4 Words in Scripture
“Now it was not written for his sake alone, that it was reckoned unto him;” (Romans 4:23 ERV) “20 knowing this first, that no prophecy of scripture is of private interpretation. 21 For no prophecy ever came by the will of man: but men spake from God, being moved by the Holy Ghost.” (2… Read More Scripture Word from God
In reply to the nice article by T.V. Antony Raj: “The Archangel Gabriel” on “Impressions ~ of what comes to my mind.” I wanted to react and place this reaction also on our ecclesia site, because we encounter many Christians who do not understand Muslims and many Muslims who think that all Christians adhere a Three-Godhead and… Read More Prophets making excuses
Deuteronomy 18:16 according to all that thou desiredst of Jehovah thy God in Horeb in the day of the assembly, saying, Let me not hear again the voice of Jehovah my God, neither let me see this great fire any more, that I die not. Deuteronomy 18:17 And Jehovah said unto me, They have well… Read More Written to recognise the Promissed One
The Anointed begotten Son of God 38. The Prophet to be heard A prophet is a spokesman of a deity, one who proclaims a divine message. He is also an inspired teacher, preacher or poet. It is a foreteller (whether claiming to be inspired or not.) (32) From the beginning God has given humankind His… Read More Jesus begotten Son of God #16 Prophet to be heard
The Anointed begotten Son of God 23. Coming down from heaven When people say that Jesus came down from heaven they should know that all the good things come down from heaven. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no change,… Read More Jesus begotten Son of God #10 Coming down spirit or flesh seed of Eve
Belgian Ecclesia Brussel - Leuven 