Ezekiel 8:12 12 Then said he unto me, Son of man, hast thou seen what the ancients of the house of Israel do in the dark, every man in the chambers of his imagery? for they say, The LORD seeth us not; the LORD hath forsaken the earth. Character/Integrity There are things about all… Continue reading What are you in the dark?
Author: Jay Jones
The Blessings of the Tallit or Prayer Shawl – Understanding the Prayer Shawl
By Lemuel Baker, Ph.D http://www.lemuelbakerministries.org/lbm/docs/LBM%20The%20Blessings%20of%20the%20Prayer%20Shawl%20Talit.doc Introduction The historical basis for wearing a Tallit is recorded in Numbers 15:37-40 which says the following 37 Again the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 38 “Speak to the children of Israel: Tell them to make tassels on the corners of their garments throughout their generations, and to put a… Continue reading The Blessings of the Tallit or Prayer Shawl – Understanding the Prayer Shawl
What’s In A Name
By Johnathan Nazarian, evangelist “For if a rose were by any other name, would it not smell as sweet?”- Shakespeare Introduction: Matt 9:20 And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the hem [kraspedon=tassels] of his garment: Matt 14:35 And when the men of… Continue reading What’s In A Name
Sermon Creation
Thoughts by Pastor Jay Jones Determining your text Finding your scripture text can be accomplished a variety of ways. The preacher can choose a text, use a text that is assigned to him, or work through a prebuilt list of texts from his previous study. It is valuable to write down insights and scripture… Continue reading Sermon Creation
Will I go to Hell if I don’t speak in tongues?
The Bible explains that speaking in tongues is the initial evidence of someone receiving the Holy Ghost. Since the Bible also says that we must be filled with the Holy Ghost in order to be saved, we know that a person will speak in tongues, at the least, at the instant they are filled with… Continue reading Will I go to Hell if I don’t speak in tongues?
Praying with Seekers
© 2002 David K. Bernard Luke 11:9-13 I. Importance II. Qualifications A. Prayer life B. Burden for souls C. Sensitivity to the Spirit D. Considerate of others E. Faith F. Knowledge… Continue reading Praying with Seekers
Oneness, Baptism, Holy Ghost in Mormon bible
2 Nephi 31:12 12 And also, the voice of the Son came unto me, saying: He that is baptized in my name, to him will the Father give the Holy Ghost, like unto me; wherefore, follow me, and do the things which ye have seen me do. 2 Nephi 31:13 13 Wherefore, my beloved brethren,… Continue reading Oneness, Baptism, Holy Ghost in Mormon bible
Guest Care
Indiana University Sociologist Dan Olson says, “Smart move. The thing that most likely to make them come and stay is whether they develop good social relationships with people there…” Olson studies what makes people choose one church over the other. The number one factor? Friends. After the initial meeting though, we must continue to make… Continue reading Guest Care
God’s Answers
You say: “It’s impossible” God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27) You say: “I’m too tired” God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30) You say: “Nobody really loves me” God says: I love you (John 3:1 6 & John 3:34 ) You say: “I can’t go on” God says: My grace is… Continue reading God’s Answers
Five Basics of Christian Living
Matthew 6:1-4 1.Giving a.Time b.Treasures c.Talents Matthew 6:5-15 2.Prayer a.Prayer is a private thing. (5-6) b.Pray specifically (7-8) c.Patterned prayer (9-13) d.Forgiveness is essential to answered prayer (14-15) Matthew 6:16-24 3.Fasting a.Fasting is a private matter (16-18) b.Remember where your treasure is (19-21) c.Fasting is for refocusing and purging (22-24) Matthew 6:25-34 4.Trust a.Worry Won’t… Continue reading Five Basics of Christian Living