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These are transcript files and audio files of messages aired recently for, Scripture Beneath The Surface. Please feel free to download them. The transcripts are in PDF format, and the audio files are in mp3 format. Text Files may be read, printed, or downloaded, and the Audio Files may be downloaded as well. If the audio files are too large, which they may be if you don't have DSL or higher speed internet, please feel free to contact us and request a CD. All messages are sent free of charge (seriously) as long as the Lord enables us. You may share these freely, and copy them, but please do not alter them. If you are a student of prophecy, you may be particularly interested in message #00, which is a study on the Image of the Beast, the Mark of the Beast, and the number 666. Also, messages #92 through #106 provide a more in depth study of these topics. It focuses on the short synopsis which John wrote in Revelation. The study includes chapters 12, 13, & 14 of Revelation, as well as much of the book of Daniel, and is also very insightful concerning the end times, the Image of the Beast, the Mark of the Beast (666), and a perspective of the current Great Tribulation Period. Msg #00 - “Image of the Beast” - A four CD series dealing with the Mark of the Beast, the Image of the Beast, and various other end time prophecies. See also messages 92 through 106 for a more in depth study of Revelation’s prophecies, including much of the Book of Daniel. Msg #1 - “How Can God Be Three
Persons At The Same Time?”
Gives insight into how man was created in God’s image, in the sense of
being a triune being, just as God is a triune being.
Especially
useful when confronted with religions that do not believe in the
Trinity of the Godhead, as well as insight into the working and purpose
of each, and helps as a building block to comprehend Bible symbolism
and prophecy.
Msg #2 - “How To Hear The Still
Small Voice”
Provides insight into how God speaks to us, and further understanding
of the individual work of the spirit, whether in God, or in
man.
Helpful in understanding the importance of the Holy Spirit, not only in
how it works, but also why it is so important to be led of the Spirit.
Msg #3 - “TV And The Image of the
Beast”
This is a look at how television and movies are the fulfillment of
prophecy in Revelation 13 concerning the Image of the Beast.
This
may help a lot with understanding end time prophecy.
Msg #4 - “What Is The Meaning Of
Baptism?”
What baptism is really supposed to be for a Christian.
Especially
useful in understanding the spiritual warfare between good and evil,
and helps explain the concept of being ‘dead’ while still
living.
Explains 1 Corinthians 15:29 about, “Else what shall they do which are
baptized for the dead . . .,” which is also helpful when talking with
those from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons),
who believe in being baptized to save their dead relatives, and base
that doctrine on this scripture. The CD/Transcript gives some
insight into what God expects of Christians, as opposed to what
Christians think is expected of them.
Msg #5 - “Do You Really Know
God?”
Deals with the concept of a true relationship with God, with special
insight into 1 Corinthians 11:3, “The head of man is Christ.”
Reveals the ‘beheading’ necessary for Christians each day of their
lives. Some interesting observations of whether those in your
church who claim to be good upstanding Christians, are really what they
claim to be.
Msg #6 - “Can God Be Trusted In
Everything?”
Deals with what trust is, and what prevents our ability to trust
God. Some interesting observation of the ‘Tower of Babel’ and
its
implication concerning the warfare between flesh and spirit.
Also
deals with the ‘brute beast’ nature of Satan and humankind, which is
very helpful in understanding the prophecy books, especially Revelation
13. Some more reference to the ‘beheading process’, the
Biblical
teaching that Satan has caused to be twisted into an ‘end time
tribulation’ doctrine instead of a doctrine of a daily walk with Christ.
Msg #7 - “Can You Trust All The
Teachers?”
Talks about the ‘Two or Three Witnesses” referred to in Old Testament
Law, and its symbolic meaning for today. Gives insight into
the
two witnesses of Zechariah 4, and Revelation 11. Helps
understand
what the role of pastors, evangelists, teachers, etc., isn’t.
Helps with understanding in how to know truth, no matter where the
initial thought comes from. Also helpful as a building block
in
beginning to understand ‘end time’ prophecy.
Msg #8 - “Are You A Clean
Animal?”
Helpful when dealing with people who believe certain meats or all meats
are not to be eaten. Especially helpful as a building block
to
understanding prophecy. Explains the symbolism of four-footed
animals, and the implication for the beasts of Revelation 13, as well
as an evaluation tool for Christians to determine if they are really
Christians. Deals significantly with the concepts of
‘Leviathan’
and ‘Behemoth’, which weigh heavily in understanding the overall
concept of ‘Fleshly Man’ versus ‘Spirit Man’.
Msg #9 - “Grace: Why Do We Abuse
It?”
Some insight into why many Christians have more trouble being what God
wants them to be then they should have. Includes commentary
from
Kim Schlehuber. Brings out the concept of the “Easy Grace”
movement now currently destroying our Christian churches.
Msg #10 - “Have You Overcome The
World, or, Has The World Overcome You?” Deals
with the three parts of the overcoming process, starting with the
initial faith of salvation, then the testimony of that faith, and
third, the heart change that must take place in order to maintain the
momentum of their faith, and some interesting insight into Satan’s
method of destroying the ‘true heart for God’. Also includes
a
relatively short explanation of the ‘image of the beast’. (A
much
more extensive study of Image of the Beast in the 4 CD series, #00 (see
above).
Msg #11 - “What Is
Death?”
Deals with the ‘right hand/left hand’ concept in Ecclesiastes 10:2, and
its implication for us, as well as the 5th Seal of Revelation 6:9-11,
and those who receive ‘white robes’. Some interesting
perspective
on the symbolic meaning of the ‘britches’ (undergarments) required for
the priests who cleaned the ashes out from under the altar.
Especially helpful as a building block for understanding parts of
Revelation. Insight into scriptures of Matthew 16, Mark 9,
and
Luke 9 which refer to, “some who will not taste of death until they see
the son of man coming in his kingdom.”
Msg #12 - “How Often Do You Poke
Your Head Above Water?”
Detailed explanation of the symbolism of water, from the angle of the
creation. Insight into how water is used in the various
prophecies, including Leviathan, the form the Bible uses to describe
Satan in his beast nature as it relates to prophecies using
water. Also insight into Behemoth, one of the forms the Bible
uses to describe the beast nature which was developed in man, which
follows in the footsteps of the beast nature that Satan adopted.
Msg #13 - “Stepping Over The
Line”
An encouragement for Christians to take a stand against Satan’s end
time social system which is destroying the church’s
testimony.
Msg #14 - “Ministers of
Death”
This message describes the current church’s participation of worshiping
the “Mystery of Iniquity” which is now sitting on the throne of God in
the temple. This is the fulfillment of the prophecy from 2
Thessalonians chapter 2 concerning the spirit of anti-Christ, which
says, “so that he, as God, sitteth in the temple of God, showing
himself that he is God.” Christians are largely unaware of
what
is really taking place or that the prophecy is being fulfilled
currently instead of in the future. Also includes the
reference
from Revelation 3:10 which is prophetical of the trial which is to come
upon all the earth in order to try the souls of men. This
trial
is a necessary event ordered by God in order to accomplish the
separating of the tares and wheat preparatory to the return of Jesus
Christ in the clouds of heaven.
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Msg #15 - “Are You Truly The
Bride Of Christ?”
Narrative concerning a marriage covenant, and its connection with
BABYLON THE GREAT, the Great Whore of Revelation 17 and 18.
Implications for today’s church in a lifestyle which is not giving
glory to God, but is glorifying the nice things of Earth.
Msg #16 - “Are You All Talk But
Little Walk?”
Centers on the scripture in Matthew 15:8, where it says,
“These
people draw near to me with their mouth, and honor me with their lips,
but their heart is far from me.” Includes several narratives
which depict Christian words and behavior. Gives insight into
how
God might feel about your Christian lifestyle.
Msg #17 - “Rapture -
When?”
Explores the errors in the pre-tribulation rapture theory, how the
theory developed, and where the errors originated. Explains
the
correct interpretation of scriptures, and why it is correct.
Msg #18 - “You Can’t Avoid What
You Can’t See”
An overview of some points of doctrine from “Scripture Beneath The
Surface.” It touches on the rapture, the mark of the beast,
the
image of the beast, and the fire brought down from heaven by the second
beast of Revelation 13.
Msg #19 - “What Is
Spirit?”
Deals with spiritual concepts in a Christian society which tends to
shun anything spiritual because of fears and misinformation.
Insight into what role God’s Holy Spirit plays in God, and what role
our own spirit plays in us. Includes insight into how the
trinity, or triune concept of God, helps Christians to know and
understand God.
Msg #20 - “Temples of
God”
A comparison and explanation of the physical worship under the Law of
Commandments, written in tablets of stone, and the Law of Grace,
written in the fleshly tablets of your heart. References
temples,
entering into God's Sabbath rest, Antichrist, sacrifices, and in
general, other rites and rituals.
Msg #21 - “Waters”
Explains how water is used symbolically in scripture to bring
understanding of the battle between good and evil. Gives
explanation of Leviathan, Behemoth, and the Sea of Perdition
(Destruction), with reference to walking on water, Jonah, and Christ's
crucifixion.
Msg #22 - “The Vision”
This is a description of a vision given to Randy Smith approximately 30
years ago, concerning a major false Christ who is called, “Maitreya,”
who will be a significant false prophet in the last days.
Also
includes description of events which followed the vision, which are
more than reasonable coincidental chance, which indicate the vision has
reliability as a warning message to God's people.
Msg #23 - “The King of
Tyre”
A study on Ezekiel 26-28, concentrating on the meanings of “King of
Tyre,” and “Tyre” itself. Ties in with Isaiah 14:12-14 and 2
Thessalonians 2:3-4. Explanation of how Satan is working
through
his merchants to cause overindulgence of delicacies by the people of
earth. Also looks at how these verses reveal Satan's hidden
presence in the church today.
Msg #24 - “You Are Their
Example”
Concerns Christians who are to be examples for the rest of the flock,
and the concept of what holiness is, and the concept of perfecting it,
in order to make a difference in other Christian's lives.
Msg #25 - “History Repeats
Itself” This
message concerns the layering effect of Old Testament history with New
Testament history. Describes some of the current wickedness
in
the church today which exists in parallel form with the time of temple
worship by the Israelites. Gives insight into how the Mystery
of
Iniquity is already sitting in the temple showing himself as if he is
God.
Msg #26 - Not Currently Available.
Entire message is contained in Image of the Beast series,
message #00 1 thru 10.
Msg #27 - “What Are Your Leaders
Teaching You?”
Explores the scriptures which explain that Jesus was crucified on
Thursday, and not Friday, and why it is so important to know
this. Explores the concept of leaders who teach tradition
rather
than scripture, and Christians who accept their leaders teaching
without question. Also explores the scriptures which tell us
there were only 12 in the upper room who received the Holy Spirit
instead of 120. Emphasis is on leadership and the church body
which are in need of 'eyes to see'.
Msg #28 - “The Color
Red”
Explanation of the colors scarlet and purple, as they apply to the
Great Whore of Revelation, which is Babylon the Great, and to the
scarlet colored beast that carries her. Includes explanation
of
the colors blue, purple, and scarlet in the curtains of the original
Tabernacle, and in the veil which separated the Holy Place from the
Most Holy Place. Also explains again the concept of receiving
the
Mark of the Beast in the right hand, as opposed to the forehead, and
why the Bible says the Mark of the Beast will is received in the
forehead or right hand.
Msg
#29-31 - “Current and End-Time Events - Parts 1, 2, &
3" This
is a three part study on End-Time events referred to in Revelation 6,
and Matthew 24. It includes the explanation of the third,
fourth,
fifth and sixth seals of Revelation 6, and the explanation of these
events and how they relate to the second coming of Christ, the Great
Tribulation, and the Day of the Lord's Wrath.
Msg #32 - "Can A Christian Be Subject To The Beast?"
This message describes generally what the beast concept in the
Bible is referring to, as well as what specifically is the beast of
Revelation 13. It is a very central part of scripture, and very
necessary in understanding end time prophecy. It is also
essential for a Christian to know how NOT to be subject to the beast.
Msg #33 - “What Is Demon
Possession?”
Explaining what a demon, or devil is, and how it is also an evil
spirit, and how it works to gain possession of a person.
Explains
the difference between possession and oppression.
Msg #34 - “Upon This Rock - Part
1" Explanation of what Jesus meant when he said
to Peter, “Thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church.”
Msg #35 - “Upon this Rock - Part
2"
Explanation of binding and loosing, and the ability of Christians to
forgive sins, even when they are not committed against ourselves.
Msg #36 - “My Heart”
Straight forward sharing of the things that this ministry desires God's
children to know, including the Image of the Beast, and the notable
miracle in Revelation 13 of bringing fire down from Heaven.
Msg #37 - “The Power of the
Air” The
role Satan plays, and how he can and cannot work. The Power
of
the Air is a power of the physical world which relies on air for life
rather than the Holy Spirit of God.
Msg #38 - “A Deeper Perspective
of Tongues” Exploring the Gift of Tongues from a
Pentecostal and also a non-Pentecostal viewpoint.
Msg #39 - “Who Sits On The Throne
of Your Heart?” Explains
how the mark of the beast is not so you can buy and sell, but is the
result of trading in Satan's market. Also shows how Satan is
the
Mystery of Iniquity of 2 Thessalonians 2, who may be sitting in you
(you are the temple) and you not actually realizing it. Not
the
anti-Christ figure, but Satan himself.
Msg #40 - “Don't Put Old Wine
Into New Bottles”
A look at the New Testament compared to the Old Testament, and the way
many Christians try to return to the Old Testament Law of Commandments,
and the dangers accompanying this.
Msg #41 - “What Is The Baptism of
the Holy Spirit?-Part 1” Deals with the concept
of baptism, what it is, and how water baptism parallels the Baptism of
the Holy Spirit.
Msg #42 - “What Is The Baptism of
the Holy Spirit?-Part 2"
More explanation of baptism and what takes place inside, and what might
or might not take place outside, when the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
takes place.
Msg #43 - “What Kind of Talk Are
You?” An introspective look at conversation
within those who attend church.
Msg #44 - “Santa Claus”
Taking a look at what the concept of Santa Claus does to us and to our
children. Includes poem by Randy Smith, “Santa's Last Night.”
Msg #45 - “Some Answers to
Mormonism”
Some direct answers to three questions from a Mormon, concerning the
comparisons of Prophets, Baptism, and Biblical authors to Mormon
Prophets, Baptism, and authors. Some insight into the
hierarchal
structure of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons).
Msg #46 - “Souls, Sacrifices, and
Ashes”
A look at the Fifth Seal in Revelation 6:9, and how a person gets a
white robe which allows him entrance into the marriage supper of the
Lamb.
Msg #47 - “What Kind of Soil Are
You?”
This is an exploration of the concepts of the parable of the, “Sower of
the Seed.” Especially useful for new Christians, but also for
those who were Christians for awhile but have lost their zeal for the
Lord.
Msg #48 - “Is Jesus Lord to You,
or Just Jesus?”
Examines the concept of what it means to be, “Saved.” Gives
some
insight which is useful for self-examination for those who call
themselves Christians, but who may not understand the implications of
what it really means to believe in the Lord Jesus.
Msg #49 - “Eating, Drinking, and
Smoking”
Takes a look at current church doctrines, and how they affect those who
quote them. Might be offensive to those who like the black
and
white of Laws in Tables of Stone vs laws written in the fleshly tables
of your heart.
Msg #50 - “Playing
Make-Believe”
This message deals with how God looks at the things we become involved
in which in no way bring glory to God. May give some insight
for
those who think they or their children can play around with such things
as, Harry Potter, and still not offend God.
Msg #51 - “Beasts Do Not Walk
Uprightly”
Insight into the beast nature, both of the original work of Satan, and
man's acceptance of it. Explains how the flesh nature, the
world
nature, and the beast nature are all tied into the opposition to the
righteous nature of God. The image of the beast is at work in
the
world now, but most Christians don't recognize it because they have
been deceived into thinking that it will only present itself after the
rapture. Because the image of the beast is not actually an
image
in the form of a statue, but rather an image in the form of pictures,
Christians can't see it.
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Msg #52 - “Jachin and Boaz - Two
Pillars Before God”
A tour of King Solomon's Temple, accompanied with an explanation of
much of the portions and furnishings, including the two pillars which
stood at the entrance to the Holy place. These two pillars
symbolically represented the second and third witnesses to God's
word. Message #7, which contains further information
concerning
the two witnesses, would be helpful in addition to this.
Msg #53 - “Let's Talk About
Lightning” Explores the concept of Lightning
which is symbolically referred to in Revelation 13 as fire from
heaven.
Msg #54 - “Great Tribulation” -
A look at The Great Tribulation concept from a current day
perspective. Explains a viewpoint that the Great Tribulation
is
not a tribulation against bodies of flesh and blood, but a Great
Tribulation calculated to destroy the very souls of sinners and
Christians alike, and that this is why it is called the Great
Tribulation instead of just Tribulation. This is helpful for
those who have been taught the theory of a pre-tribulation rapture and
the left behind fiction books.
Msg #55 - “Five Deceived
Virgins”
Parable of the 10 Virgins. Explains the Biblical symbolism of
current Christianity which is made up with a significant portion of
people who profess Christianity, but who equate directly with the five
virgins who did not have a reserve supply of oil for their lamps.
Because it is the 'fruit' by which Christians are known, and
because the oil represents the anointing that comes from the Holy
Spirit, then whether you have enough oil actually refers symbolically
to whether or not you are producing the fruit of the Spirit.
This
is a good message for taking a good long hard look at yourself in order
to determine if you are really saved or just playing church.
Msg #56 - “The Silver
Screen”
Detail explanation of how the corrupted form of earthly concepts
confuse the mind and destroy spiritual health through the avenue of
secular television and movies.
Msg #57 - “Who Is The Judge Of
God?”
Presents a view of God's destruction of wickedness, even when this
includes children. A sometimes difficult subject, but
explains
the necessity to accept God's actions as righteousness, and the danger
of viewing them in a disapproving manner.
Msg #58 - “Three
Witnesses”
Explanation of how we each will give a three part testimony of our
righteousness or wickedness, which will be based on the witness of our
inner man, the witness of our outward actions, and the witness of our
spirit. These three witnesses will correspond with the three
digit marking of Satan (666) in our foreheads, or the name of God in
our foreheads. Explains that the mark of the beast is not a
computer chip, or for that matter, not even a future thing, but very
present in every person's life. Message #59 is
helpful along with this message.
Msg #59 - “Three Sixes”
A continuation of Message #58, which further explores the concept of
three witnesses concerning the final judgment of man. In this
message the number 666 is explained according to its symbolic
meaning. Also gives insight into the Sabbath Rest of God, and
how
the sixes in the mark of the beast are related to man's refusal to
enter God's Sabbath Rest, and how the Sabbath Rest of God is entered
into.
Msg #60 - “How Does A Spirit Work In You?” The workings of spirits, including possession by evil spirits, and what gives them access to you.
Msg #61 - “Who Will
Answer?”
An explanation of how Christians are ignoring basic scripture, and have
become captive to Satan's world social system which has been based, not
on God's word, but on the secular presentations of television, movies,
books, magazines, and newspapers.
Msg #62 - “Once Saved, Always
Saved?”
Some insight into how the clipped phrases of Bible doctrine, used by
most Christians, are detrimental to comprehending scripture.
The,
“Once saved, always saved,” doctrine is looked at closely from the
aspects of both current and future salvation, and hopefully answers the
question of whether or not a person is, “Once saved, always saved.”
Msg #63 - “The Great And Terrible
Day Of The Lord”
A look at scripture which clearly demonstrates that the Great
Tribulation and the Great And Terrible Day of the Lord's Wrath, are two
completely separate events. In addition, it demonstrates the
point in the Revelation sequence at which the Great Tribulation
ends. By showing the clear separation of the Great
Tribulation
from the Great And Terrible Day of the Lord's Wrath, it also
demonstrates that Great Tribulation is indeed an event which will
include Christians; not as God's wrath, but as extreme persecution of
Christians by wicked forces. Please note: This is a technical
explanation and not very entertaining, but is helpful to those who wish
to understand the sequence of the end times.
Msg #64 - “Divorce Is Not A
Sin”
Part one of a two part series which deals with the subject of divorce,
and brings out the difference between what a sin is and what a
consequence of sin is. May be especially helpful for persons
who
have been divorced and even possibly remarried, and how they can be
accepted in the eyes of God, even though the church attempts to condemn
them.
Msg #65 - “Divorce Is Not A
Sin-Part II”
Part 2 of a two part series on divorce. Explains how
remarriage
is not an unpardonable sin. Describes the concepts of an
unpardonable sin, and how it compares to marriage in God's
eyes.
Msg #66 - “Altar Calls”
A look at the current practice of altar calls in many of today's
churches. Possibly gives some insight into deceptive
practices by
ministers who attempt to use altar calls as a tool for their own church
growth program rather than as a means to help individual members of a
congregation in a spiritual sense.
Msg #67 - “Divorced, Yet Called
To The Ministry”
Specifically deals with those who have been called to the ministry but
have been rejected by the various denominational hierarchy because of a
history of divorce and remarriage.
Msg #68 - “They Shall
Make Merchandise Of You”
Exploration of the warning concept of scripture in light of ministers
and ministries which overemphasize the financial aspect.
Gives
some insight into what things to look for when questioning the validity
of a minister or ministries.
Msg #69 - “Doctrines of
Devils” This
is a study of 1 Timothy 4:1-6, and the two examples given there of
false doctrine in the church, “forbidding to marry,” and, “commanding
to abstain from certain meats.”
Msg #70 - “He Shall Stand On The
Mount Of Olives”
Explanation of this spiritual event from Zechariah 14:4, and its
implication for current day Christians. Describes the
symbolic
meaning of the cleaving in two of the Mount of Olives, and its
application from Matthew 24.
Msg #71 - “Television - A
Conceptual Tool”
Describes the purpose of this device, and other graphical imaging
devices, of conveying concepts and viewpoints to all the people of
earth at one time instead of piecemeal.
Msg # 72 - “Two Witnesses
Killed” This is an explanation of who the two
Witnesses are of Revelation 11, and also gives the background and verse
explanations.
Msg #73 - “Children Shall Rise Up
Against Their Partents”
A look at the process of Satan's deceptive tactics for infiltration of
the church. It includes examples of major infiltrations of
wickedness into the church system in a historical sense, and also in
today's current church system.
Msg #74 - “Idolatry In
Christianity” A look at how Idol worship affects
God's people in this current day, and in today's church.
Msg #75 - “Born-Again - Becoming
A Spiritual Being”
A look at the concept of being born-again in Spirit, and how it
works. What it is, how you get it, and how you can lose it.
Msg #76 - “Rebellion Against
God's Authority - Part 1"
A look at the concept of authority, as in the supremacy of God's will,
and what it means to submit to that authority, and how Christians
ignore that authority of God's established principles.
Includes a
short reference explanation of Christians who are living in Great
Babylon as a result of rebellion against God by disobedience to his
will, which is rebellion, just as Satan rebelled against God's will.
Msg #77 - “Rebellion Against
God's Authority - Part 2"
Further explores the concept of rebellion by ignoring God's
directives. Describes the concept of a covering for the woman
by
the man, or by God, and what a covering actually accomplishes by
removing the shame which comes by loss of self-esteem, whether the
shame is shame of nakedness, childlessness, or social customs from peer
pressure. Gives some insight into how the line of authority
is
established, and what the purpose of God's authority is for, and how it
applies to men and women, especially in the ministry of the
church.
Msg #78 - “Rebellion Against
God's Authority - Part 3"
Another aspect of the concept of rebellion by lessening God's glory by
showing our own glory. The perspective is not from giving God
glory by covering our nakedness, but giving God glory by not attracting
attention to ourselves. Apparel can be, and is, used by
Christians to draw attention to the body, which is another form of
rebellion against God, who is not flesh but Spirit. Pride in
our
appearance is rebellion against God, for in our reveling of our own
appearance, we lessen the glory of God. It is the other
extreme
from nakedness, but still makes the statement that the flesh of man is
good. Part 3 also deals with the aspect of what true worship
is,
and how we can fail to truly worship God by incorporating other
elements into the worship.
Msg #79 - “Understanding End-time
Prophecy - Part 1"
First in a series of Bible prophecy for today's end times.
This
first message focuses on the concepts of scriptural symbolism, which is
demonstrated through parables. Includes the parable of
“Leaven of
the Pharisees” and “Don't let your left hand know what your right hand
is doing.” These two parables demonstrate how important it is
to
know the symbolic explanations of scripture in order to clearly
understand the meaning which God intended for us to know.
These
parables are explained, and their symbolic terminology described, which
gives insight into how prophecy is also symbolic in nature.
Msg #80 - “Understanding End-time
Prophecy - Part 2" Second
in a series of Bible prophecy for today's end times. This
message
focuses on the first beast of Revelation 13, and describes the concept
of the beast representing the animal nature which has no ability to
make good reasoning decisions, and therefore rejects God. The
intelligence intended for mankind is to recognize God as both Spirit,
and as the supreme authority over all things. Animals cannot
do
this, because they are brute beasts, in that they have no power of
reasoning.
Msg #81 - “Understanding End-time
Prophecy - Part 3"
Third in a series of Bible prophecy for today's end times.
This
message focuses on the animal nature which is opposed to the spiritual
nature. Includes references to names of animals designating
Satan, including serpent, serpent in the bottom of the sea, red dragon,
and Leviathan. Leviathan will be explained in Part 4 of the
series. Included in this message is an explanation of King
Nebuchadnezzar's transformation experience into an animal, and the
significance of it. It also explains the colors of red,
purple,
and blue, which were found on the veil separating the Holy Place from
the Most Holy Place in the Temple.
Msg #82 - “Understanding End-time
Prophecy - Part 4"
Fourth in a series of Bible prophecy for today's end times.
This
message focuses on one of the Biblical names for Satan,
Leviathan. It also gives significant explanation of water as
the
abode of Leviathan, and what the symbolism of this abode is.
Gives a clearer understanding of Satan's arsenal of temptation against
the children of God.
Msg #83 - “Understanding End-time
Prophecy - Part 5" The
concluding message of Bible prophecy for today's end times.
This
message focuses on the two natures of mankind, which is the sin nature,
Biblically referenced by the animal concept, and the Holy Spirit nature
of God's righteousness. Mankind has an option to choose
either
nature. Compares the second beast of Revelation with
Behemoth,
and gives an explanation of this animal form as referenced in Job,
chapter 40.
Msg #84 - “Churches - Big and
Small”
Exploring the doctrinal emphasis from the perspective of church
size. Looks at the concept of generalized doctrine and form
of
worship which is accepted by the greater majority of people, but from
the perspective of the scriptural parable of the narrow gate, and the
broad way that leads to destruction.
Msg #85 - “What Is
Grace?”
Focuses on a greater depth to the definition of the word, Grace,
hopefully clarifying the attributes of it, and how God bestows
it.
Msg #86 - “A Mark In The
Forehead”
This is a study on different kinds of marking systems taught by Bible
prophecy teachers over the last 75 years, and how the mark, name, or
number of either God or Satan can be put in the forehead. For
further study, refer to Message #00 - Image of the Beast, and also
Message #14, #26, #58, and #59.
Msg #87 - “What Is
Lust?”
A closer look at the definition of lust, which reveals a key concept of
lusting, which is, a feeling of longing after something. This
is
equivalent with impatience, for it is a feeling that what you desire is
a “long time in coming.” It is through the correct definition
of
the word for lust that we come to understand how to distinguish lust
from normal desire when we want earthly things and wonder if the desire
is appropriate or inappropriate for Christians.
Msg #88 - “A Perspective On
Prosperity” A look at the prosperity doctrine,
and how a Christian can and cannot be rich and still enter the kingdom
of God.
Msg #89 - “Binding And
Loosing”
Explains the principles of Binding and Loosening someone or some thing
to or from another person or thing. Also explains this
concept as
it equates with forgiving or retaining sins, and how this is to be
accomplished by Christians.
Msg #90 - “Religious
Counterfeits”
Looking for that which is not really of God in the church world today,
and giving some insight into how we, as Christians, can guard against
being overcome by false teaching and by false prophecy.
Msg #91 - “Time Line”
Gives a general order of events for the time of the last
days.
Msgs #92 through #106 - “Looking
At Revelation's Short Synopsis - Parts 1 through 15"
Explanation of Revelation 12:1 through Revelation 14:13, which is a
synopsis, a short overview of events, both physical and spiritual, from
the time of Christ's birth until his second coming in the clouds of
heaven. This series not only covers the events of Christ's
birth
and the symbolic explanation of this event, but of all the major events
connected with it and their symbolic relationship concerning the Word
of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It also includes the
symbolic representation which the book of Daniel provides for prophecy
fulfillment, as well as the end time events of Revelation. It
describes the 1st and 2nd beasts of Revelation 13, and a detailed
explanation of the image of the beast as well as the mark, name, and
number of the beast. (And no, it's not a computer chip or bar
code!)
Msg #107 - “What Is Blasphemy of
the Holy Spirit?”
Defines the concept of blasphemy itself, then describes how blasphemy
can be a sin or not, depending on who or what it is directed toward,
then describes the actual difference of blaspheming the Holy Spirit, as
opposed to blaspheming God himself or another person. Helps
to
answer the question which many Christians ask themselves, “Have I ever
committed this unpardonable sin?”
Msg #108 - “God Is A Jealous
God”
Scriptures and descriptions which emphasize God's jealous
nature.
Includes examples and explanation of our responsibility to him as our
husband, or master.
Msg #109 - “Build Your House On
The Rock”
A study of waters and solid ground and the symbolism God uses to
explain our situation on earth. The waters are both the
waters
from above and the waters below. The waters above represents
the
pure word of God, and the waters below represent the contaminated word
of God, which is Satan's lies. The solid ground is that which
is
not made wet and muddy by the waters of Satan's sea of
destruction. The lies must be rejected for the higher ground
of
God's pure word.
Msg #110 - “Symbolism” A
perspective of how symbolism plays such an important part in scripture,
including the warning messages which can generally only be heard by
those who are true Christians. Gives examples of historical
events which are also symbolism for events to come, or for current
fulfillment of prophecy.
Msg #111 - “Southpaw”
A look at what the right and left hands are for, including the
origination of the terms. Gives some insight into Solomon's
wisdom, and Old Testament language usage. Encourages good
stewardship of the heart.
Msg #112 - “God's
Covering”
Describes the Biblical concept of a covering; what it is and what it
does. Looks at the concept of nakedness as the producer of
shame,
and also how God's covering takes away that shame.
Msg #113 - “Call No Man,
Father” Explores
the church's submission to pastoral authority which surpasses the
limitations set by God. Includes examples of fairly plain
errors
of doctrine which the church perpetuates, and looks at the
responsibility for this from both the perspective of the shepherds and
the sheep.
Msg #114 - “Threefold
Testimony”
The topic is the three witnesses which every person will give on
judgment day of themselves by their lips, their body, and their
spirit. Explores the relationship between each part of our
triune
makeup, and explains the necessity of more than just a confession of
our lips.
Msg #115 - “The
Moneychangers”
A message for the church which explains that God wants to bless his
people with a great financial blessing, but the blessing is being
hindered by us. Explores the way we block the financial
blessing
of God and how we can remedy the situation.
Msg #116 - “The Image Is
Here”
Provides a broad view of current day prophecy, with many interesting
points of doctrine explained, including the current image of the beast
and the form of its inception into society. Detail
instruction is
not provided, however detailed instruction can be found in the “Looking
At Revelation's Short Synopsis” series, Messages 92-106.
Msg #117 - “Trying To Unscramble
The Word, Santa”
Some insight to the scope and origin of the Santa Claus concept,
concerning what the purpose of Santa Claus is, and who created
him. Also includes the poem, “Santa's Last Night.”
Msg #118 - “Sun And Moon
Darkening”
A look at the concept of sun and moon darkening found in scripture, and
its soon to take place event. Explains the light of God's
word
versus the light of the physical sun, and how the people of earth look
to the physical light for their trust rather than for God.
Explains what the darkening of the sun, moon, and stars really means.
Msg #119 - “Feet” Some
symbolic insight into the Bible's use of feet for
instruction.
Msg #120 - “You Are The Living
History Of Israel”
Historical comparisons with Israel and today's church, which shows the
same pattern of sinfulness in both. We are living the history
of
Israel, and we think they were bad. If they were bad, and
they
were, then what are we?
Msg #121 - “Remember The Sabbath
Day” An
explanation of God’s requirement to “Enter His Rest”, and how this
compares to the physical resting of Jewish and current Sabbath
keepers. Explains the need for Christians to enter God’s rest
instead of trying to keep a Sabbath day by resting physically.
Msg #122 - “Spirit Driven, Not
Purpose Driven”
Gives explanation of the role of the Holy Spirit in accomplishing God’s
work in and through human beings. Describes the relationships
and
view of being a three part human just as God is a three part
God.
Emphasizes the need to be led of the Holy Spirit instead of being led
by purpose.
Msg #123 - “Led of the
Spirit”
A look at the work of the Spirit in the church apart from the gifts of
the Spirit. The gifts of the Spirit have dominated the
Pentecostal churches, but it is the influence of the Holy Spirit on the
Hearts of men that God really wants. The purpose of the Holy
Spirit is not to manifest, but to bring about the righteousness of God
in the hearts and lives of men. This message gives some
insight
into the two covenants, the Old Testament covenant of Law, and the New
Testament covenant of Grace.
Msg #124 - “Turn The Other
Cheek”
Deals with the subject of loving our enemies instead of trying to
destroy them. Some insight into the concept of enemies from
both
the Old Testament and New Testament viewpoint. A call to
Christians to reject the world social system perspective of scripture
and return to the Bible perspective.
Msg #125 - “Preparation”
A perspective of what Preparation Ministries is all about.
This
message centers on understanding that we are IN the Great Tribulation
now, and explains what the Great Tribulation is, and how it is so
damaging to our souls and not our physical flesh.
Msg #126 - “Call For The
Elders”
A close look at James 5:14-15. This message views the many
facets
of these verses, explaining each part specifically. It,
hopefully, answers many questions in the realm of personal healing
through prayer. It does not focus on the gift of healing, but
on
prayer, and on the reasons the Bible gives such plain and detailed
instructions for healing, both for the one who is sick, and for the
ones who are praying.
Msg #127 - “Until Seven Times
Passes Over”
A look at the comparison with King Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, and
with Satan, who is the king of Great Babylon. Compares the
experience of Satan’s current beast nature with King Nebuchadnezzar’s
similar experience of being turned into an animal until seven times
passes over. Emphasizes the beast nature in operation in the
world, and how this affects the warfare between humans and Christians
who have been born-again in spirit.
Msg #128 - “How Many Lies Can
Satan Tell?”
A look at influence we receive as Christians, and how evil influences
can destroy our Christian walk. Especially good for new or
recommitted Christians who struggle to ensure their salvation stands
firm.
Msg #129 - “We Are The
Ransom”
A close look at 1 John 5:16, which is the command to pray for the
forgiveness of sin for a brother in Christ, in order that the brother
in Christ will not be lost. This is a work of the compassion
of
Christ, the love of God, and a part of the Christian heritage which has
been largely ignored by Christians and replaced by the finger of
condemnation. It is such a great temptation to point the
finger
at a brother who is caught up in sin rather than to be the ransom for
that brother, bringing him back under the protection of God.
We
were called to love one another, not just rebuke one another.
Msg #130 - “Right Hand, Left
Hand”
A close look at the principle of right hand versus the left hand in
scripture, and it’s implication concerning the mark of the
beast.
It specifically provides insight into three groups of people.
The
first group are those who have consciously made a decision to accept
Jesus Christ as Lord. These are marked with a mark in their
forehead, designating them as belonging to Jesus Christ.
Scripture has many references to God’s children being designated as
such by a mark in their forehead. The second group are those
who
have consciously made a decision to reject Jesus Christ as
Lord.
These are also marked with a mark in their forehead, but this mark is a
mark which designates them as belonging to Satan. The third
group
are those who claim to have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord, but who
actually live for the devil. The right hand is used for the
designation in this instance because it is the right hand that proves
who they really serve.
Msg #131 - “God Is Not Just The
Biggest God, He Is The Only God”
A message which emphasizes our assurance of continued salvation, even
100,000 years down the road, because God is not just bigger than all
other forms of power, he is the ONLY power. The powers that
be
are only ordained by God, and cannot exist on their own.
Therefore, our future is secure. There is no possibility of
another Satan rising up in the future, because there exists no power
other than God. Therefore, another Satan would have to use
what
power God allows, just as our present Satan uses. No entity
rises
up that God does not allow to rise up.
Msg # 132 - “This Is My
Commandment” This
message centers on the Love of God, and the importance to reach out to
one another in Christ. We are the body of Christ, and
therefore
are the living, walking, speaking word of God on earth, just as Jesus
was before. Jesus is still the ‘head’ of the body, the
authority,
and still directs his ‘earthly body’ the church, and therefore it is
essential that we take that responsibility seriously and allow him to
be the head. Includes the concept of being ‘beheaded’ for the
witness of Jesus Christ.
Msg #133 - “How To Tell If You’re
A Christian”
A look at the bottom line in determining whether you are or are not a
Christian. This is helpful if you’re struggling with the
question
if you’re really saved or just think you are.
Msg #134 - “Inspiration”
Explains the meaning of inspiration, its relationship with spirits, how
inspiration takes place in humans, and the impact of inspiration on our
Christian lives and testimony.
Msg #135 - “Sight of the
Beast”
An explanation of what the sight of the Beast is, and how it differs
from the way God sees from a spiritual perspective. This is
an
important concept for those who desire to understand the workings of
the second beast of Revelation 13, and how it is able to perform signs
and wonders.
Msg #136 - “Through Which
Eyesight Do You See?” Takes
a look at the way we humans see and how our eyesight in the physical
realm is part of the ongoing spiritual battle against God’s spiritual
realm. Sight, is how we look at things, whether we look from
a
spiritual perspective by faith, or by a strictly physical perspective
by logical assessment.
Msg #137 - “Drastic
Measures”
A look at how the power of God is, or is not, grasped by human
beings. To overcome the world we must choose to become weak
in
the flesh, poor in spirit (from a flesh viewpoint), meek, and resist
the temptation to exalt ourselves from a world standpoint.
The
power of God is not attained by flesh and blood strength, but only when
we allow our flesh and blood strength to be overcome. It is
then
that we overcome as born-again spirit beings in Jesus Christ.
However, this takes drastic measures, which are seldom entertained by
the modern day church.
Msg #138 - “Are You Frustrated
With Church?”
A look at Church frustration, and what can be done about it. The end is
rapidly approaching, and Christians must find some way of accomplishing
the command in Hebrews 10:25 which tells us not to forsake the
assembling of ourselves together. This does not mean that we must
attend churches which we feel are either no longer alive or are no
longer scriptural, but that we can't just stay home and ignore the
scriptural command. We must press in until God reveals an alternative
opportunity.
Msg #139 - “Born Under The
Sun”
A look at the prophesied event of “The Sun and Moon
Darkening.”
Includes an explanation of what it means to ‘see’, in the physical
sense, by the light of the sun, compared to ‘seeing’ in the spiritual
sense by the light of God’s word. Includes the expected
scenario
of the end times as to what will happen in the world when the sun,
moon, and stars loose their brightness and unregenerated mankind begins
to experience chaotic times like never before.
Msg #140 - “Buying And
Selling”
A look at the buying and selling aspect of Satan’s world system, and
the affect it causes on the relationship with God. Includes
some
insight into Israel’s physical city of Jerusalem, and Christianity’s
spiritual city of Jerusalem. It helps to understand the
warning
message of Jeremiah 51's and Revelation 18's warning message for God’s
people to come out of Babylon before it is too late.
Msg #141 - No Longer Available -
See Messages 92 - 106, “Looking At Revelation’s Short Synopsis”
Msg #142 - “Television: Are
Careful Choices Enough?”
A look at television programing from the perspective of the Image of
the Beast, rather than from the perspective of just evil which must be
handled delicately.
Msg #143 - “Where Do You Go When
You Die?” An explanation of heaven, hell, hades,
sheol, paradise, and knowledge after death.
Msg #144 - “Babel, And Babylon
The Great” A
look at the Tower of Babel as the preview of Babylon the
Great.
Gives an in depth explanation of the hindrance which was previously
placed before Satan, but which has now been removed in order to usher
in these current last days in the form of the 2nd Beast of Revelation
13.
Msg #145 - “Authority”
A look at the power of God and how it is given to man, and the
responsibility of man to obey that power, within the confines of God’s
word. To resist the power God gives is to resist the power
and
authority of God himself.
Msg #146 - “Deliverance From
Pornography”
This message offers help to those who want deliverance from the
temptation of sexual sin, and especially pornography. This
may be
helpful for you or for someone you know who is struggling with this.
Msg #147 - “Pulling Fire Down
From Heaven”
A look at the similarity of lightning and the fire from heaven which
can consume sacrifices. Includes a commentary on this subject
as
it applies to Elijah on Mt. Carmel.
Msg #148 - “A Definition Of
Grace”
A true definition, as used in the Bible, of the term Grace, as opposed
to our current day church view of Grace, and how our New Testament
Covenant of Grace works.
Msg #149 - “Why Full Immersion Is
The Only Way To Be Truly Baptized”
My personal viewpoint concerning why baptism, either water baptism, or
being baptized by the Holy Spirit, requires full immersion.
Msg #150 - “New Year’s
Resolutions, And Other Failures”
A look at resolutions and commitments, and why we fail so
easily.
Gives some insight into how we will eventually be able to get victory.
Msg #151 - “Understanding
Blood”
Taking a look at the symbolism the Bible uses concerning blood to
explain the life we first live in the physical body, and why the
shedding of blood is important. Some insight into what being
“Born Again” really means.
Msg #152 - “The Difference
Between Animals And Animals” A
look at the similarities between animals and humans, as well as the
differences between humans and children of God. Understanding
these concepts will be beneficial when studying end time prophecies,
such as the image of the beast, or mark of the beast.
Msg #153 - “What Is True
Confession?”
Some insight into confession for purposes of salvation, and the
sinner’s prayer. Describes the necessary parts of confession,
including the need to make Jesus Lord as well as Christ.
Describes how we actually become part of Christ’s body, and also how we
become beheaded in order to be true witnesses of Christ.
Msg #154 - “True Worship Is In
Three Parts”
We all worship in some way, but much of our church organized worship
may be detrimental from the perspective of providing too much
entertainment which can cause people to enter into the emotion of songs
and praise without actually focusing on God. This message
describes true worship from a viewpoint of what God wants, not from the
perspective of what makes us feel good.
Msg #155 - “One Testimony Is Not
Enough-Part 1”
Taking a look at the three part makeup of God and humans, and how each
triune part of God is necessary in order to confirm God’s word, and
also how each part of our own triune makeup is necessary in order to
confirm our confession that Jesus Christ is Lord.
Msg #156 - “One Testimony Is Not
Enough-Part 2“
A continuation of Msg #155 with the addition of an explanation of the
mark of the beast being in the right hand of those who’s confession of
Christ is false.
Msg #157 - “How To Resist The
Devil” Something
we all struggle with. It is the word of God which will make
us
free. This message helps to understand the place God’s word
has
in the process of strengthening us, and how our understanding will
change our minds and bring victory.
Msg #158 - “In These Last
Days” An overview of our current last day
situation and where the church is going. This message may be
offensive to many.
Msg #159 - “Knowing God In
Spirit”
A look at salvation from the spiritual aspect, also including some
explanation concerning the baptism of the Holy Spirit.
Msg #160 - “Knowledge of Good And
Evil”
A look at the development of nakedness as a result of sin and the need
for a covering which will allow God to look upon us, and the need for
this covering to be the result of spilling blood. Explains
how
shame is the real need we humans have for a covering, and that
nakedness is just the initial reason but not the all encompassing
reason for a covering. Explores the concept of the need for
evil
in order to understand the concept of goodness because of the way
humans understand concepts by means of comparison.
Msg #161 - “Honest Bob”
A
look at honesty from both sides of the fence. Looks at our
response to someone else’s dishonesty and to our own possibilities for
falling into the trap of dishonesty without realizing we are doing it.
Msg #162 - “Why Do We Put On
Christ?”
Exploring the salvation experience in order to understand that being a
member of Christ’s body is more than just a unique way to express
Christianity. There is only one body which is eligible to
enter
into the presence of God because there is only one body which knew no
sin. Unless we put on Christ, we have no body in which we
ourselves can enter into the presence of God. Explains the
difference between a living soul and a life giving spirit.
Msg #163 - “Pure And Impure
Waters”
Some boring facts on the qualities of being clean or unclean, pure or
impure, and what this means for Christians. Some of it may be
quite interesting. ???
Msg #164 - “Two Basic Principles
For Understanding Prophecy”
A focus on the two concepts of first, the triune aspect of God the
Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, and second, the beast
nature, which is nature of animals, which is directly opposed to God in
that it rejects the eternal authority of God in exchange for the
delights of this present world.
Msg #165 - “That No Man Might Buy
or Sell” Taking
a look at what Revelation 13:17 is referring to when it talks about
Satan’s intent to cause his world market system to be the only market
on earth, which means that people could freely buy his fleshly
temptations, but have no opportunity to be able to ‘purchase’ the
heavenly things of God. The result, if God did not ‘shorten
the
time’ would be that there would be no Christians left on the earth, no
elect. The only thing left to buy and sell would be earthly
delights, and therefore the only people left on earth would be those
who delight themselves in the earthly delights. Everyone then
would be marked with the mark of the beast, thereby designating that
they were ‘owned’ by Satan.
Msg #166 - “Eating Knowledge of
Good and Evil”
This message answers the question and explains the reasoning of what
fruit Eve ate in the Garden of Eden when she was tempted by
Satan. No, it wasn’t an apple.
Msg #167 - “Follow The Leader” This
is a visual perspective of authority, and it gives some insight into
how God is establishing his authority in the minds of his children, and
what it means to actually ‘follow’ God. It also explains the
symbolism of Satan’s tail, in how it was used to corrupt the wicked
angels. In addition, it explains the scripture concerning
being
beheaded for Christ.
Msg #168 - “Your Other Self” Takes
a look at what the apostle Paul was referring to when he said, “now, it
is no longer I that do it, but sin that dwelleth in me.” When
we
sin, we must make certain that the sin is in our old man of the flesh,
but not in we who are now born again spirit men. There IS a
difference. This message helps to understand the principle of
being righteous is Christ, but not righteous in the flesh, without
falling into the temptation of having a licence to sin.
Msg #169 - “Am I Lukewarm” A
look at what lukewarm really means, and how we can avoid it.
It
also describes how Christians wait for God to call them to their
ministry, and how we might hear from the Lord. It gets pretty
frustrating sometimes when our ‘ministry’ doesn’t seem to materialize.
Msg #170 - “Numbers In The Bible
- Part 1" This
is part 1 of a two part series. This first part deals with
the
three part make-up of God, humans, and our life experience here on
earth. God is seen in his three aspects of Father, Son, and
Holy
Spirit, and his testimony is also in three parts; the testimony of God,
Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Our testimony is also in
three
parts; Our authority part, our flesh part, and our spirit.
The
mark of the beast is a designation of who you belong to, and there are
also three categories that humans fall into according to God’s
judgment. Two of these groups will go to hell, the third
group
will be pulled through the fire and purified. To understand
the
triune concept in God, and in God’s plan for the earth, is probably the
most important aspect of understanding Bible prophecy, and in
understanding the path of salvation or the path of hell. For
the
Bible student it is a concept which should not be ignored.
Msg #171 - “Numbers In The Bible
- Part 2" This
is the second part of a two part message which deals with the numbers 6
and 7. The number 6 is used to designate flesh and blood
humans
who align themselves with the beast nature. Both man and
animals
are creations of the sixth day. The number 7 is used to help
mankind understand the righteousness of God, and mankind’s need to
reject the beast nature and enter into God’s rest, thereby rejecting
the beast nature and assuring himself of eternal life through Jesus
Christ. Part 1 of this two part series is absolutely
necessary
for the understanding of the number 666.
Msg #172 - “Why Do We Take
Communion?”
This is a detailed explanation of the reason Christians partake of
Communion. Includes in the explanation much of the underlying
concepts of the salvation experience and how this ties in with the rite
of Communion and water Baptism. Especially helpful for those
who
have had questions concerning why we take Communion, and also some of
the responsibilities of partaking.
Msg #173 - “What Is Being Born
Again In Spirit?” This
is an in-depth explanation of being born again in Spirit. We
know
Jesus tells us that we must be born of both water and of the Spirit,
but many Christians do not understand what being born of the Spirit
really is and how it happens, and how we can be sure it did happen,
without depending on the evidence of the gift of tongues or other
spiritual manifestations to ensure our salvation.
Msg #174 - “Is Jesus God, or,
Just The Son of God?”
An in-depth explanation of the deity of Jesus Christ, and how we can
know for sure that he is God, and not just a “Son” of God. It
can
be very helpful in answering another person’s question concerning this.
Msg #175 - "Should Women Be Ministers?" I am asked this question often. This message is my perspective on the subject. Click Here For Text File Click Here For Text FileMsg #176 - "Learning Obedience" This
message gives addition clarity to the subject of whether or not women
should be ministers, or whether they should teach Bible study to men
(Msg #175). It views the subject more on general lines of
authority for both men and women, and how and why we received God’s
system of authority. Msg #177 - "A Quick Guide To Bible Symbolism"
This message gives a quick overview to several prophetical
concepts, including, image and mark of the beast, colors (why the veil
of the temple contained three colors), the triune aspect of God and
man, sun and moon darkening (just before the return of Jesus), rapture,
the two resurrections (first one when Jesus comes and the second one
when the millennial reign is over), and being beheaded for Christ (no,
it's not a physical beheading, but a spiritual beheading of allowing
Christ to take over your body and be your head). None of these
concepts are explained in detail in this message, however they are
presented for the purpose of gaining some insight which your further
study can contemplate. If you have a good grasp of the
scriptures, this message may give you some ideas that you can follow
through with in your Bible studies. Our other individual messages
contain the explanation of these concepts in much greater detail.
Msg #178 - "What Can I Believe?"
- This is a sampling of some questions I have been asked from time to
time, and my answers to them. The questions are: "Which
religion is the right one?" Do religious beliefs change, or do
they always stay the same?" "Do you really believe in God, and if
so, why do you believe?" " Do You think there might possibly be a
chance that God doesn't
exist?" "What is an Agnostic? No, not an atheist, but an
Agnostic." "What is Passive Anarchism?" "Is truth only
truth depending on how it's interpreted?" "In marriage, it is
best to know all the facts about a person before making a decision of whom to marry, and in the same sense, wouldn't it be better to know all the facts
about God before settling on which religion is the best one?"
"Why would God need to make a human version of himself, meaning
Jesus?" And, "The Bible says that we are predestinated. But
it also says we have to make a choice to accept Jesus as Savior.
Which is it? Predestination or Free Will?" Click Here For Audio File Return To Top Of Page Msg #179 - "The Anointing: Oil In Bible Symbolism" -
This message helps to understand the symbolic concept which the Bible
uses to help with our understanding of God's revealed word. It
also helps to explain why we are told in James, chapter five, to anoint
the sick with oil. It may help to understand the need for other
physical rituals such as water baptism and communion. Click Here For Text File Click Here For Audio File Click Here For Audio File Click Here For Text FileMsg #180 - "Old Covenant - New Covenant"
- This is an explanation of the two covenants, the one to Israel, and
the other to all the children of God from every nation on earth.
It helps to recognize how we live by grace by the divine influencing of
the Holy Spirit, and not under a Law of Commandments. It is
important to realize that we are no longer under the Old Covenant of
the Law, but are responsible to God through faith in Jesus
Christ. Unless we understand what the purpose of the Old Covenant
of the Law was, a schoolmaster, we can never appreciate what Jesus did
for us in cleansing us from sin. The Law could not do this, but
the New Covenant of Grace does, not by our own attempt at being
perfect, but by a free gift of righteousness by the blood of Jesus who
completed the Old Covenant perfectly. Understanding the basis of
the Old Testament, the Old Covenant of the Law, and also the basis of
the New Testament, the New Covenant of Grace, is how we come to
understand salvation through Jesus. The Law of Commandments
condemned all men, but the bringing to an end of it and ushering in the
New Covenant of Grace gave us life. |