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"The Power of God's Word" - October 3, 2011

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Every Word for October 3
"The Power of God's Word"

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Summary: According to this verse, how can we cleanse our way and "take heed"?

Verse: "Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed thereto according to thy word."
—Psalm 119:9

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Sabbath School Lesson

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Sabbath School Lesson

Further Study – Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles

Posted: 30 Sep 2011 08:52 AM PDT


Further Study:

For the relationship between personal conversion and the church, read Ellen G. White, "Individual Independence," pp. 430–434, in Testimonies for the Church, vol. 3. For a helpful map of the early life of Paul and commentary on his conversion, see The SDA Bible Commentary, vol. 6, pp. 226–234.

"Paul had formerly been known as a zealous defender of the Jewish religion and an untiring persecutor of the followers of Jesus. Courageous, independent, persevering, his talents and training would have enabled him to serve in almost any capacity. He could reason with extraordinary clearness, and by his withering sarcasm could place an opponent in no enviable light. And now the Jews saw this young man of unusual promise united with those whom he formerly persecuted, and fearlessly preaching in the name of Jesus.

"A general slain in battle is lost to his army, but his death gives no additional strength to the enemy. But when a man of prominence joins the opposing force, not only are his services lost, but those to whom he joins himself gain a decided advantage. Saul of Tarsus, on his way to Damascus, might easily have been struck dead by the Lord, and much strength would have been withdrawn from the persecuting power. But God in His providence not only spared Saul's life, but converted him, thus transferring a champion from the side of the enemy to the side of Christ. An eloquent speaker and a severe critic, Paul, with his stern purpose and undaunted courage, possessed the very qualifications needed in the early church."—Ellen G. White, The Acts of the Apostles, p. 124.  notese Further Study Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles

Discussion Questions:

 gdq1 Further Study Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles  What lesson can we learn from the fact that some of Paul's harshest opponents were fellow Jews who believed in Jesus?  notese Further Study Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles gdq2 Further Study Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles  How can you stand up for matters of religious principle and at the same time make sure that you are not fighting against God? notese Further Study Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles

Summary:

 Saul's encounter with the risen Jesus on the Damascus road was the defining moment in his life and in the history of the early church. God changed the one-time persecutor of the church and made him His chosen apostle to bring the gospel to the Gentile world. Paul's inclusion of Gentiles in the church by faith alone, however, proved a difficult concept for some within the church to accept—a powerful example of how preconceptions and prejudice can hinder our mission. notese Further Study Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles

Related posts:

  1. The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles
  2. Jews and Gentiles Together
  3. Paul's Long Race

Conflict Within the Church

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 08:42 AM PDT


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How did certain believers from Judea try to counteract Paul's work with Gentile Christians in Antioch? Acts 15:1–5.

The conflict that arose was in regards to the circumcision of the Gentile believers. There were some that believed that Gentile Christians should be circumcised but Paul did not believe that this should be the case. Some of believers wanted to impose upon the Gentiles the laws of Moses as a requirement for them to be saved.

Put yourself in the position of these Jewish believers who were concerned about Paul's teaching. Why do their concern and opposition make some sense? What can we learn from this about how our own preconceived ideas, as well as cultural (and even religious) notions, can lead us astray? How can we learn to protect ourselves from making the same kind of errors, no matter how well-intentioned we are?

We have to look at what are the fruits of what someone is doing. We must also not put God in a box, because when we box God in, we box out many people whom He is trying to save.

Prayer: Father help us to not put a personal standard against those whom you are seeking to  save. Thank you in Jesus name amen.

Related posts:

  1. "No Greater Burden"
  2. In Christ: The Spirit and the Church
  3. A Pillar of Mission The Apostle Peter: Organizing the Early Church

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"God Won't Quit on You" - October 2, 2011

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Every Word for October 2
"God Won't Quit on You"

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Summary: If you're ever tempted to lose your faith because of your circumstances, don't do it. God will never turn His back on you!

Verse: "Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, 'I will never leave you nor forsake you.'"
—Hebrews 13:5

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"Our Citizenship Is in Heaven" - October 1, 2011

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Every Word for October 1
"Our Citizenship Is in Heaven"

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Summary: If Christ owns your heart, then you can have confidence today that your citizenship is in Heaven!

Verse: "But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name."
—John 1:12

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