Yet Not I

 

June 12, 2013 Yet Not I "But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me." (1 Corinthians 15:10)   The apostle Paul was, by any measure, one of the most dedicated and fruitful Christians who ever lived. If any man had a right to be proud of his writings, or his works, or his life in general, it was Paul. No doubt he, like others, had to wrestle with the sin of pride, reminding himself again and again that all he had done he owed simply to the grace and guidance and provision of God.   He could well have boasted, as noted in our text, that he had labored more abundantly than any of the other apostles, but then he brought himself up short with the remonstrance: "Yet not I!" All of his work and success therein he owed completely to the grace of God.   This phrase occurs just two other times. The first is when Paul is giving out his advice and wisdom concerning that most basic of all human institutions, marriage. "And unto the married I command, yet not I, but the Lord, Let not the wife depart from her husband" (1 Corinthians 7:10). As wise (and even divinely inspired) as his words may have been, he must remind his readers that, after all, this was Christ's command, not his!   The last occurrence is in Paul's great testimony concerning his new and changed life in Christ. "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me" (Galatians 2:20). The transformed, holy, powerful life he was living was not his own accomplishment, but due solely to the indwelling Christ. And surely, if Paul must so remind himself and his listeners, then we should never boast of our own life or works or words. Not I, but Christ—that is to be our testimony! HMM     | Subscribe

every man did that which was right in his own eyes.

 

June 11, 2013   Thank you for reading my Prophetic Daily Devotionals!   Please visit my website to learn more Bible prophecies being fulfilled in these last days.    Judges 21:25   In those days there was no king in Israel: every man did that which was right in his own eyes.   For further study - Judges 21:1-25   Though this verse describes the days of the Judges, it sounds like a description of the Jews in the state of Israel today. In fact, the phrase "every man did that which was right in his own eyes" is used twice in the book of Judges, Judges 17:6 & 21:25.   There is another similar phrase used several times in Judges, "Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord." Both of these statements come from the fact that Israel had no king then and has no king - no Messiah - no Saviour today.   Therefore, God raised up judges - men like Gideon and Samson - to deliver the Israelites. A complete study of the book of Judges will be a blessing to the student as it will help the reader to understand not only the Jewish people of today, but the life that many are living today.   Many people believe that because Israel is in what is referred to as the "land of the Bible" or the "holy land" that the modern-day state of Israel is as it was in the times of the Bible. They think that the land is filled with a people, the Jewish people, who are the "people of God".   Remember, God brought the Jewish people, His "chosen people" into the world as the people that would be the example God wants as an "object lesson" to all of humankind. This was the case during the times of the Bible, as recorded in the Holy Bible.   Today, the Jewish people are coming back into the land and the world has taken notice, yet these Jews are not at this time the "people of God' that He wants them to be.   However, there is a day coming when the Jewish people will have a King and his name is Jesus Christ. But until then, the Jewish people will continue to do that which is right in his own eyes.   In fact, the reality that the Jews are living as they did, doing that which they think is right in their own eyes is evidence that the King of the Jews, Jesus Christ, is about to come back to set everything in order.   Please remember that before Jesus comes as the "King" He will call for us, we Christians, to join Him in the "air", the heavens, at the Rapture of the Church. This is an event that could happen at any moment, maybe even today. Keep looking up.   PRAYER THOT: Help me Lord, not to do that which what I think should be done, but that which is "right in Your sight". We must not do that which is right only in our own eyes - but that which is right in the eyes of our Lord and Savior.   Visit our website at http:/www.prophecytoday.com

PILLARS & CATERPILLARS

1 KINGS 7                                                                                                     Pastor Rick Jackson

 

I. SOLOMON’S DIVIDED ATTENTION

 

1. Solomon’s House [v. 1, 6:38]

 

2. Solomon’s Second House [v. 2-8a, Ec. 2:4 I made me great works; I builded me houses; I planted me vineyards]

 

3. Solomon’s Egyptian Wife’s House [v. 8b-12]

 

II. HIRAM OF TYRE [not the king 5:1]

 

1.  His Heritage [v. 13-14]

 

2.  His Heavy work [v. 15-44]

 

3.  His Handiwork [v. 45-51]

 

III. THE PILLARS

 

1. Jachin – He will establish [v. 21, 51, Psalm 127:1]

 

A Song of degrees for Solomon. Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.

 

2. Boaz – in it is strength [v. 21, the kinsman redeemer of Ruth-the greatest until Jesus]

 

3. The New Testament [Galatians 2:9, 1 Timothy 3:15, Revelation 3:12]

WHERE IS GOD?

2 KINGS 2:1-14 esp. v. 14                                             

Pastor Rick Jackson

 

I. WHAT GOD?

 

1. The Powerful God [v. 8, read up on Elijah- you’ll see…]

The God that can withhold/give rain, provide sustenance during famine, raise the dead, send fire, protect his servants…

2. The Personal God [v. 9-14, 1 Kings 18:36]  

3. The Promise Keeping God [v. 10, 14; 1 Kings 18:31]

 

II. WHERE IS GOD?

 

1.  God is Seated on His Throne [v. 14]

Psalm 45:6 Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: the sceptre of thy kingdom is a right sceptre.

Psalm 47:8 God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness.

2. God is Seeking  His Own [2 Chronicles 16:9]

For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him.

3.  God is Saving Sinners [Luke 19:10 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.]

 

III. HOW DO I FIND GOD?

 

1. A Godly Desire [v. 1-6, Phil. 3:7-8]

2. A Deep Devotion [v. 7-10, Phil. 3:8-10]

3. A Passionate Dedication [v. 11-14, Phil. 3:11-21]

QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Did the Ark have a sail?

 

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In this issue . . . Q&A: Did the Ark have a sail? Video: Evolution of Darwin: His Impact, Part 1 Get Equipped: The Noah's Ark Pack Book and DVD Blog Highlights News to Know Quick Look After Eden Answers ... with Ken Ham Answers Conversation Q: Did the Ark have a sail? A: Since the Bible does not give us detailed blueprints for the structure, we are left to speculate on how it may have looked. Our Ark design is based on the biblical data and extensive research into ancient shipbuilding. The "sail" on our Ark is a rigid wooden structure rather than a traditional sail that can be moved for propulsion purposes. Rather than calling it a "sail," it would be more accurate to call it a stem post projection or a bow fin. This design is reminiscent of many ancient ships. Continue reading to learn how this feature may have helped to stablize the Ark in the waters of the Flood. Get Equipped The Noah's Ark Pack Book and DVD Ark researcher Tim Lovett applies new findings to the contours and interior design of the Ark, while maintaining an unwavering commitment to the Word of God. This pack will help you answer all the hard questions about the Ark and how it survived the worldwide flood. News to Know Quick Look Seabird Study Said To Solve the Evolutionary Mystery of Flightlessness: Evolutionary scientists have long puzzled about how penguins evolved their flightlessness and exceptional diving skills. A biomechanical study of another bird—one that dives well but also flies—presumably sheds light on this evolutionary sequence of events. Like Dolly, Only Human: Human clones may provide another way to make patient-matched embryonic stem cells . . . but at what price? An examination of the history and procedures involved in producing these clones reveals that human embryonic clones are just as human as embryos produced through in vitro fertilization. It is wrong to create humans in order to kill them. Chimp-human DNA Similarity: The Human Genome Project, supposedly disproved the possibility of all humans being descended from one man and woman. But what does the science really show? Conquering Cockroaches: Researchers have confirmed that many of the cockroaches common in apartments now spurn the sweets meant to lure them into traps. And they have even identified the neurological wizardry involved. After Eden Answers ... with Ken Ham radio program Gone in Only One Generation Part 5—We Need a Radical Change Part 4—Evolutionary Ideas Are Everywhere Part 3—The Aggressive Anti-God Agenda Part 2—We're Losing This Generation Part 1—Introduction Answers Conversation podcast An exciting new podcast has arrived at Answers in Genesis called the Answers Conversation. Each week a new segment, around 15 minutes each, will be delivered through various media to help listeners engage with all the current topics that Answers in Genesis addresses and to hear excellent teaching in a conversational format. How Does the Tower of Babel Help Us Understand Our Cultural History? What Is the Main Message of Answers in Genesis?	This Week . . . Feedback: Could Noah's Ark Float Without Problems? Part 1 (Jun 7) Feedback: Did the Ark Have a Sail? (Jun 6) News to Know: Seabird Study Said To Solve the Evolutionary Mystery of Flightlessness (Jun 6) Like Dolly, Only Human (Jun 5) Universe by Design: Misconceptions About General Relativity, Cosmology, and the Big Bang (Jun 4) The End of an Era (Jun 3) News to Know: Chimp-human DNA Similarity: What Does It Really Mean? (Jun 3) Closing the Gap (Jun 2) News to Know: Conquering Cockroaches (Jun 1) Video On Demand Evolution of Darwin: His Impact Watch Video (Part 1) Blog Highlights Ken Ham: Assistant Manager at Cincinnati Museum Center Derides Creation Museum Ken Ham: The Atheists' Real Motive Ken Ham: Buddy Davis Has Two Top 50 Hits! Ken Ham: Calling Out the Denial of Biblical Authority Pray for AiG Pray for Dr. Terry Mortensen as he finishes up a ten-day speaking tour in northern England and Scotland. Read the latest update to stay current on other requests and praises. Resources How Can I Become a Child of God?: 10-pack Growing Up in God's Family: 10-pack (NKJV) ABC Grades 3&4 Teacher Kit (Y1): Quarter 4 Connect with Us Answers in Genesis Creation Museum Answers in Genesis Creation Museum Answers in Genesis Creation Museum See all networks
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A FRESH LOOK AT PSALM 1

Pastor Rick Jackson

 

I. THE BLESSED MAN

 

1. Saved & Separated [v. 1, 2 Cor. 6:14-18]

2. Saved & Saturated [v. 2, 2 Cor. 6:1-10]

3. Saved & Stablished [v. 3, Colossians 2:7]

Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.

 

II. THE UNGODLY MAN

 

1.  Not Stable [v. 4, James 1:8 A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.]

2 Peter 2:14 Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin; beguiling unstable souls: an heart they have exercised with covetous practices; cursed children:

2 Peter 3:16 As also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things; in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.

2.  Not Standing [v. 5, Psalm 5:5 The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity. Mt. 12:25

3.  Not Saved [v. 6, Jn. 3:16]

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

 

III. THE SIMPLE DIFFERENCE

 

1. The God of the Book [v. 1, 4-6]

2. The Book of God [v. 2]

3. The Faith of the Book [Heb. 11:1-6, Jude 3]

QUOTES OF THE WEEK

Easter made it possible for man to go to God. Christmas made it possible for God to go to man. - J. Don Jennings

and from Beka Clark's vast collection of quotes...

Is life so dear, or peace so sweet; as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! -- I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death. - Patrick Henry

The budget should be balanced, the treasury should be refilled, the public debt should be reduced, the arrogance of officialdom should be tempered and controlled. Assistance to foreign lands should be curtailed lest Rome become bankrupt. The mob should be forced to work and not depend on government for sustenance.  -  Cicero

The Bible is one of the greatest blessings bestowed by God on the children of men. -- It has God for its author; salvation for its end, and truth without any mixture for its matter. -- It is all pure, all sincere; nothing too much; nothing wanting. - John Locke

I sought for the key to the greatness and genius of America in her harbors…; in her fertile fields and boundless forests; in her rich mines and vast world commerce; in her public school system and institutions of learning. I sought for it in her democratic Congress and in her matchless Constitution. Not until I went into the churches of America and heard her pulpits flame with righteousness did I understand the secret of her genius and power. America is great because America is good, and if America ever ceases to be good, America will cease to be great. - Alexis de Tocqueville

Abortion…interferes with God’s plan - a plan He willed before He created the universe. Abortion is in violation of God-given life. - Richard C. Halverson

THE PRIORITY

1 KINGS 6                                                                                                              Pastor Rick Jackson

 

I. THE BUILDING OF THE FIRST TEMPLE [v. 1]

1. The Specs [v. 2-6]

2. The Manner [v. 7, Ps. 118:22, Lk. 20:9-19, 1 Peter 2:7-8]

The Jews had a legend based on a statement of the psalmist. According to that legend, when the Temple of Solomon was being built, the masons sent up from the quarry below a stone different in size and shape from all the rest they had sent up. Looking at it, the builders said: 'There is no place for this stone. There must be some mistake.' So they rolled it down the edge of the cliff into the valley of Kidron below the Temple area. As time went on (for the Temple was seven years in building), they were ready for the chief cornerstone. When they asked for it they were told, 'We sent it up to you long ago.' One of the workmen said: 'I recall it now. There was a stone altogether different from the rest, and we thought there was no place for it and rolled it down to the valley below.' Men were sent down to the valley to find the stone. They succeeded in doing so; and when the stone was brought up it fitted perfectly into its place - the headstone of the corner.

3. The Middle Chamber [v. 8-10]

 

II. THE WORD OF THE LORD

 

1.  God’s Word is more Important than the King’s [v. 11]

 

2.  Obedience is More Important than Religious Observance [v. 12]

 

3.  Fellowship with God is more Important than Fellowship with the World [v. 13, 1st John 2:14-17]

 

III. THE DETAILS OF THE TEMPLE

 

1. The “Oracle” [v. 14-22]

 

2. The Cherubims [v. 23-36]

 

3. The Time Frame [v. 37-38]

HOW GREAT THOU ART

                                             Pastor Rick Jackson                                         1 TIMOTHY 3:16

 

I. HOW GREAT IS THE FATHER?

 

1. He is Greater than Our Heart [1 John 3:20, Jer. 17:9]

 

2. He knows of None Greater [Heb. 6:13-20]

 

3. He is Greater than All [John 10:27-31]

 

II. HOW GREAT IS THE SAVIOUR?

 

1.  He is Greater than Solomon [Lk. 11:31], Jonah [Lk. 11:32], Jacob [Jn. 4:12], Abraham [Jn. 8:53], or Moses [Heb. 3:1-6]

 

2. He is Greater than the Angels [Heb. 1:4-9]

 

3.  He is Greater than the Temple [Mt. 12:6] or the Tabernacle [Heb. 9:6-14]

 

III. HOW GREAT IS THE SPIRIT?

 

1. He Makes Men Great [Lk. 1:15]

 

2. He is Greater than the World, the Flesh & the Devil [1 Jn. 4:4]

 

3. He is the Great Witness [1 Jn. 5:9-10, Rm. 8:16]

Psalm 48:1 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, in the mountain of his holiness.

Psalm 138:5 Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the LORD: for great is the glory of the LORD.

Psalm 145:3 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Are cloned human embryos less than human?

 

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