The Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 18:1-14 A question of rank: V. 1. At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? In the same hour in which the striking miracle with the Temple-tax had taken place. Only a small interval of time … [Read more…]
…you, too, as living stones, [oikodomeisthe are being built up] into a spiritual house. In 1 Peter 1, Peter briefly presents the word rhēma of the good news euangelisthen in perspective of eternity (1Peter 1:25). With that, Peter urges: “So rid yourselves of all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all slander. Like newborn infants, desire the pure … [Read more…]
The following commentary on 2 Thessalonians 1 concisely gives us the big picture and the details. It is worth a good read. I recommend using the commentary because it is easy to understand, accurate and does not contain puffed up baffle gab. It is a wonderful resource. _________________________________________ Welcome to The Kretzmann Project. The Popular … [Read more…]
Excerpts from Wolfgang Simson pdf on Kingdom Upgrade Encounter This is ideal for you as a church, mission agency, company or a regional house church network,but it can also be done in a conference format. The first Kingdom Upgrade Encounter will be held in Jakarta,Indonesia, 5-7 October, with about 250 church planters. CHURCH 2.0. A … [Read more…]
Jesus is our Messiah, Savior and King. All authority has been given to Him in heaven and on earth. 16 But the eleven disciples went into Galilee, to the mountain where Yeshua had sent them. 17 When they saw him, they bowed down to him; but some doubted. 18 Yeshua came to them and spoke to them, saying, … [Read more…]
The weapons the worldly level at us are carnal. The weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God. God has turned the wisdom of the world into nonsense Where is the wise person? Where is the scholar? Where is the philosopher of this age? God has turned the wisdom of the world … [Read more…]
The expression, “the seven spirits,” occurs 4 times in Revelation. I have explored and pondered what it means and found the key to understanding is in the spiritual meanings of the number seven. Seven occurs 463 times in the Bible and 83 times in the New Testament, including 31 the Revelation of John. The explanation … [Read more…]
Over the years I have discovered two websites filled with unbiased, non-legalistic, Hebraic perspective by two who trust in Messiah Yeshua. They are Avram Yehoshua and haRold Smith. An article written by Avram Yehoshua entitled: KINGDOM VIOLENCE MATTHEW 11:12 is filled with insight that witnesses in my spirit. Avram gave me permission to quote from … [Read more…]
Liberal religious leaders have invaded Christianity. Knowing God’s Word and applying it in our lives helps us recognize the characteristics and doctrines of liberals and avoid being deceived by them. We can recognize their “in your face invasion” by their enlightened superiority in making what is right in their own eyes their doctrine and teaching … [Read more…]
Jesus said “I am the way the truth and the life” (John 14:6). He proclaimed the gospel of the kingdom, the truth that sets us free to do what He calls us to do. In that vein, let’s reflect on what we are created in Christ Jesus to do. He who believes in Jesus has … [Read more…]