The Bible Tells Me So, Volume 2 (First Steps Devotions Book 3)

For that matter, no pastor can teach us, but only the Holy Spirit of God. But we are not left alo But this world is so intrusiv Then, they come home, take a co Bill Skelton When Memphis pastor Dr. Integrity in leadership was a valued commodity. It was late on a Saturday night, and I was returning through the South Florida swamps Whether you live in the United States or elsewhere, contention and infighting headline our news each day. The prophet Habakkuk wrote That means we are to mold into shape by discipline and practice. As of September 11, , terrorism is now a national reality on American soil.

The World Trade Center towers that represented American financial ingenuity and power disinte Let the Fire Fall Surely, there has never been a more critical time for a Christ-honoring, soul-saving fire from heaven revival! In the book of 1 Kings, we learn of a time similar to what we are experiencing today and it gives us application for how we can approach our need for the revival fire of God. The people of t If you are right with God, you ought to have joy in your life!

But there are many Christ Most of us would answer no. Prayer is our greatest Christian privil There are many things in our world to fear! Today, people fear losing their health, their wealth, their savings, their job…they even fear losing A Life Overflowing In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto Me, and drink.

He that believeth on Me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water John 7: How do we do t What are the gifts we could bring Jesus this Christmas?

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One way we can discover that is to look at Matthew 2: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Marks Of Maturity May I ask you a question? Are you a growing Christian? Are you moving toward maturity?

You can be young only once, but you can be immature for a long time. I write unto you, little children, because ye have known the Father. We saw that the family is the only part of the Garden of Eden we have left; therefore Satan wars against it. A Living Treasure Part 1 In this study of the Word of God, you will see some of the qualities of the Bible that can be said of no other book.

If you do not love, know, understand, practice, and obey the Word of God, you cannot be a victorious Christian. I want you to learn how to study your Bible—how Your Bible—A Living Treasure Part 3 In the first two parts of this study, we saw the Bible as a timeless, truthful, treasured book, a living book because the Creator of the universe literally breathed out the Word of God. If you missed these studies, check out the article archives.

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We saw that it must be assimilated— For in that He Himself hath suffered being tempted, He is able to succour them that are te The people of Judah faced an enemy alliance marching to destroy them. We saw that the people set their faces first of all to seek the Lord in earnest prayer Wilt Thou be angry with us for ever? Wilt Thou not revive us again: This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.

Tuning Up Tired Marriages taken from a message given by Adrian Rogers Many couples today do not have a magnificent marriage. Many do not even have a mediocre marriage. In fact, many have a miserable marriage. And the devil knows that if he can hurt us at home, he can hurt us everywhere — in the church, in the school, i Do you know and love the Lord Jesus Christ better today than you did last year or last week?

Unlike that tree Psalm 1: But what could be timelier in these uncertain days than a verse-by-verse review of this prophetic book? Rogers reminded us often of how grateful we should be that God gave us Revelation! Several years ago, however, he sat down with our friend, announcer Chris Fabry, for a chat about this season of giving thanks to God. You will be blessed by these thoughts taken fro All the great religious leaders of history have one thing in common: Only one man has risen from a grave never again to taste death. Jesus Christ rose again! God validated His Kingship and accepted His payment for our sins with one incredible stroke: He raised Jesus from the dead!

Acts 4 reveals five th Child Abuse According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry sexual abuse of children is reported up to 80, times a year, but the number of unreported instances is likely far greater. Furthermore, the long-term emotional and psychological damage of sexual abuse can be devastating to the child. God designed there to be harmony in the home.

Though we may all sing different parts, the song we sing is the same. The entire home is to be a symphony of praise. You'll appreciate this timeless, helpful advice on every aspect of harmonious family life. Leader of The Band - Maxi Jesus began His Sermon on the Mount with a well-known list of beatitudes.

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But what is a beatitude? Beatitude is really the satisfaction, joy, happiness, and blessing we feel when we know God has completely fulfilled a spiritual need. It is the attitude that ought to be reflected in the understanding of God's perfect pr The Transforming Power of Christ taken from a message given by Adrian Rogers And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: And both Jesus was called, and His disciples, to the marriage.

And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto them, They have no wine.

The key to the vault of all of God's treasures is prayer. And the same Bible that promises salvation, promises answered prayer. Why then, the poverty of so many Christians? There is one answer and it is prayerlessness. There's a battle to be won in each of our lives It is Jesus Hims The apostle Paul traveled on a road called the Appian Way during his ministry in Rome. And that road, built by the Romans, is still in better condition than some roadways in the world today. One of the reasons is that the Romans laid a deep foundation. In the same way, God has given us His Word as an instruction manu The Bible tells us time and again to be thankful.

Gratitude is a trait of the twice-born. I think you will agree that grace and gratitude are inextricable i Which is more important—what you believe or why you believe? The answer is yes. You see, the knowledge of God's Word stirs in each of us a passion for God's Word. And when we become passionate about the Truth of God, then we will want to know more.

We will want to share it with others! In his later years and in frail health, he was invited to say a word of encouragement to a convocation. Unable to attend, he sent a telegram with a simple yet powerful message. It had one word on it Which is more important—what you believe, or why you believe? It's Decision that Determines Destiny taken from a message given by Adrian Rogers The first chapter of the book of Ruth is about choices.

We are all the sum total of our decisions, and I want you to contemplate the decisions you make. And as you think, there are three things I want you to consider. The Problem of a Ba How can we live in victory over sin? How can we overcome the guilt and fears of the past?

How do we love as Christ loved? It's all about understanding God's amazing grace. In this eight message series from Adrian Rogers, a deepening of that understanding will help you live more joyously and victoriously. But while it may have dropped out of some pulpits, it has not dropped out of the Word of God. In fact, the Bible has a lot to say about repentance.

The Mandate for Repentance The first se How do you set an example of godliness in your home when society knows the price of everything, and the value of nothing? It's hard, but you can with the Word of God as your guidebook and the Holy Spirit as your teacher and helper. Join Adrian Rogers in this six message series, as he opens the Word of God and provides Watch That First Step! The Bible calls him, " Can there be a national spiritual awakening? The answer is yes! The principles in the book of Judges seem to have more relevance for America than anytime in history!

These messages are a solemn warning, but also a glimmer of hope to punch holes in this present-day darkness. But Jesus has always reached out to sinners. Then, Jesus answered them with a three-part parable describing a A fierce battle is raging in our nation for the soul of America.

The battleground is the home. The issue is truth. No longer do we adhere to a value system governed by absolute truth. When a home or nation operates on the basis of morality by majority, the result is chaos. All around us, homes are crumbling and our nat How to Live in Victory in an X-Rated World taken from a message given by Adrian Rogers By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; Esteeming the reproach of Ch Adrian Rogers helps you discover how to apply these truths in a po Under the blessing of God, Israel began with a glorious heritage.

In the Mayflower Compact, our Pilgrim forefat Christians are struggling with the world, the flesh, and the devil. And yet, God has saved them, ordained them, and programmed them for victory. How do we get beyond defeat and enjoy Kingdom Authority? The truths contained in this study will show the way. Join Adrian Rogers as he uncovers your royal inheritance of vict Celebrate the Difference taken from a message given by Adrian Rogers A hammer and a screwdriver are different tools designed for different jobs.

Is the hammer better than the screwdriver? Is a screwdriver better than a hammer? Can you use a screwdriver as a hammer? As we rejoice at Easter, we must remember the love that led God's Son to make the greatest sacrifice the world has ever known. However, we can never truly understand the sacrifice made on Calvary's cross until we understand the intense struggle Christ faced in Gethsemane's Garden.

This series takes you to Gethsemane an In Genesis we find four lies bigger than all of these, and they came straight out of the mouth of Satan. Because we live in a world that does not hold to Christian beliefs, you must be prepared to give an answer for not only what you believe, but why you believe it! But David tarried still at Jerusalem. And it came to pass in an eveningtide, that Davi This unique study focuses on how husbands and wives can cultivate greater intimacy in their relationships—spiritually, emotionally and physically.

It will help bring couples even closer to that place where the Bible describes marriages as "one flesh. As Christians, we need not be disturbed with the things happening in the world today. It's all happening as God said it would. All of history is fitting into the sockets of Biblical prophecy. The key to understanding these chaotic times is understanding the Bible. Rogers wants to help you do just that! Practicing His Presence in As begins, each of us wants to be encouraged and inspired in our daily walk with God, and a wonderful way to do that is with Dr. Practicing the Presence of God. We wanted to share a couple of examples of the insights you will find in this book.

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These are indeed dangerous days in which we live and the sands of time are running low for this generation. We are rapidly approaching the end of an age and this world is on a collision course with judgment and disaster. Our Lord is not surprised by these conditions, and He has given us the answers for these critical i Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: For he that will love life, a Just as a building is only as good as its foundation when threatening weather comes, your faith needs a solid foundation when the skeptic confronts you.

This eight message series by Adrian Rogers equips you with solid, yet easy to understand answers for your friends who have questions about the Christian faith. By his oratorical ability? Size of his church? His brains, brawn, bucks? These are the things the world uses. Today, more than ever, we need a solid word for an unsure world. And perhaps no other book reflects the heart of God and the passion of man as powerfully as the book of Romans. In fact, some call it the Constitution of Christianity. Join Adrian Rogers as he teaches from Romans on the topics of sin and salvation.

Join Adrian Rogers as he teaches from Romans on the topics of sanctification and th Leader of the Band "Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord; that walketh in his ways. For thou shalt eat the labor of thine hands: Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of thine house: Join Adrian Rogers as he teaches from Romans on the topics of service and surrend He made them different that He might make them one.

Why is this important?

Because any society that blurs the distinction between male and female is headed for disaster. And if you study his Hope that does not disappoint. Love that never fails. And devotion that never dies. What more could you want from a love story? It's all that the book of Ruth promises as it paints a dramatic prophecy of our Kinsman Redeemer, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Your walk with the Lord will never be the same as you listen to these m National Repentance Often I wonder, will oceans of tears and rivers of blood be the price this nation pays for flaunting its rebellion in the eyes of a righteous, holy God? Our only hope is in repentance. Your future hangs in the balance Join Adrian Rogers as he explores what the Bible says about prophecy and the end times. There is hope as you delve into the Truth of God's Word and gain insights into what God says about your future. Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing As a member of the body of Christ, you are a crucial part of God's kingdom. And you'll only function as God intended when you use your spiritual gift. Rogers as he presents an overview of the spiritual gifts and discover your important giftedness in serving God. Where does Jesus fit into this picture? What gifts could we bring Him this Christmas? The gifts the wise men brought Him in Matthew 2: Raising a child is a precious responsibility.

And these days, everyone wants to share in that responsibility. But, it doesn't take a community to raise a child, it takes a family. Join Adrian Rogers as he provides practical and spiritual advice from God's Word to help you reclaim lost ground and establish new tradition Paul remembered the time when he was religious but he was lost. When God saved him, he discovered that in spite of his religion and legalism, he was bankrupt, blind and bound for hell. Not only did this truth change his life but he wanted it to change ev If you could choose just one word to describe what you enjoy with other believers, it just might be the word fellowship.

It's a fellowship you can learn more about in these eleven insightful messages by Adrian Rogers from 1 John. What's It All About? Whatever our occupation, every Christian has a second full-time job—we are called to be evangelists. And the disciples came, and said unto [Jesus], 'Why speakest Thou unto them in parables? Have you wondered, like the disciples, why Jesus spoke in parables?

Traveling down the road of life, we often don't slow down long enough to think about what happens when the journey ends. And yet, the decisions we make today determine our destiny for an eternity. Where will you decide to spend eternity? Learn how to make that all-important decision as you listen to Adrian Rogers answe Our nation had a godly founding and a glorious past, but if the Lord tarries, what kind of nation will our children inherit? Evidently Americans believe the When troubles surround you and temptation strikes, what do you do? Run for cover, freeze in fear, fight back, grumble?

Or do you do, as Joseph did—practice the presence of God? Joseph, one of the most Christ-like people in the Old Testament was well acquainted with trouble and temptation. As you read about his life, yo He saw a framed certificate on her wall that she had received when a wealthy man she had cared for died. The storms of life come in all shapes and sizes from great hurricanes that tempt to drown us to little rain showers that inconvenience us.

Any storm, though, can blow us off course if we are not grounded in God's truth. Rogers as he teaches us how to not only weather the storms of life, but to also find victor You may turn to God and ask why. And that just might be the time when heaven will be absolutely silent. Job was someone who understands what that feels like. God permitted Satan to sift Job. Have you ever felt like you were going through the motions of life and wondered what it takes to be on fire for the Lord?

Then, you need to discover the holy flame of boldness which ignited the First Century church. Join Adrian Rogers as he explores principles of supernatural living from the book of Acts. We will never begin to exhaust the truths in this verse as we bring our teacup minds to dip into this great ocean of truth. But you need to understand at least par The Lure of False Teachers But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you… 2 Peter 2: When Jesus Christ returns, He will be coming not as the Lamb led to slaughter, but as the Lion enthroned to judge.

Perhaps you are like many who do not understand the prophecies in the book of the Revelation. Then, this first volume in the three-volume series by Adrian Rogers will enlighten you to the plans of God for The Battle is On! The chief pornographer is Satan. All-out war has been declared on the family, the home, the nation, and your heart.

Then, this second volume in the three-volume series by Adrian Rogers will enlighten you to the plans of God for Then, this third volume in the three-volume series by Adrian Rogers will enlighten you to the plans of God for Jesus did not have His start in Bethlehem—He stepped out of glory. And He did it just for you! God being made flesh was necessary for our salvation.

As you listen to the series, you will gain insight into His matchless gift. Timelessness—it has stood the test of time and the assaults of cynics and skeptics. When you read the Bible, Do you want to have the power of God in your life? The pages of the Bible are filled with people whose lives display the power of God. And it is faith that makes the difference! In this powerful series taken from Hebrews 11, you will hear "by faith We all do, but we ought not. Rarely do we bask in flowery meadows of peace! Is Jesus God or is He man?

He is the God-man. Born as an innocent baby, only to die an agonizing, sacrificial death. He is the fulfillment of God's covenant and the great Hope of all men. Faith for Your Family Part One I believe our greatest joy, our greatest privilege, and our greatest responsibility is to be a parent. The world's messages are many and mixed, yet we are asked to tolerate, even accept, them as valid and valuable.

Many seek to distort and blur the message of the cross. These desperate times call for answers from the Bible! I need the special grace of God to help me practice it everyday. Remember me in prayer, please. I have a great family, home, food on the table etc. However I have not been a strong Christian. I have sinned, asked for forgiveness and then sinned again.

I have difficulty being a good man in Gods eyes. But today I have decided not the first time that not only do I want the holy spirt to take control of my life, I want to be a amazing man of God!! I want to pray always, love and not hate. Not judge and to fear God. I want to pray over others and let God perform miracles. You may find this website helpful. Here you will find direction and encouragement for your pursuit of the Way, the Truth, and the Life. I am a leader in a church and want to learn to teach one day and help my pastor. Our church needs Bible basic principles teaching studies.

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