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Genesis 6:1-4 has been misunderstood by many people, including Jewish and Christian commentators, Bible translators and scholars. Based on a terribly wrong interpretation of that passage, horrendous false concepts developed, teaching blasphemous doctrines. We must make totally sure that we do not fall for or embrace any of those wrong teachings, and that we know and uphold the truth.
In addition to all the secular problems that can be seen in the elections, there are more important issues in the Bible that confront us in regards to this subject. If we consider ourselves to be Christian, then we cannot be involved in the election of political figures.
In the Bible, stubbornness is generally described in a negative way. It is sometimes difficult to detect, because it is often related to self-righteousness. If we are in that frame of mind, we may not see a need for us to repent. We may see all kinds of faults in others, but not in ourselves. We may stubbornly reject counsel--and this attitude may lead to our complete downfall. If we refuse to allow God to change us, we are predestined to fail.
The Bible reveals that in heaven where God dwells, His will is carried out. By contrast, people on the earth are pictured as not doing the will of God--with the exception of those who follow Jesus Christ. An important question for us to consider is whether or not we are among those precious few who both understand and then do the will of God.
How do we go about redeeming time? Once we buy it back, what are we to spend it on? How are we to go about spending it and how long do we have to accomplish this task before time's up?
In these times of economic uncertainty, we must be ever more dilegent in our efforts to store up for ourselves treasure which is eternal.
How does God communicate with animals? Do animals have a spirit? Do they have feelings and emotions? Does God really look after animals today? Will He use vicious animals in the future to punish disobedient mankind? Has His punishment already begun? Has God created animals since Adam? Will all water animals die? Will God create new animals during the Millennium? Will God resurrect dead animals? Will the vicious nature of wild beasts change? What is man's potential in that process?
Why does the concept of Evolution conflict with the Bible? Why did God destroy the ancient world in Noah's Flood? Why was the serpent more cunning than all the other beasts of the field? How did the serpent deceive Eve? Why did God punish the serpent? Why did God command the death of animals which killed humans? Did a donkey really speak to the false prophet Balaam? Does God care for animals? Why are the righteous to look after their animals? Why is senseless killing of animals a sin? Can all animals be tamed? What does Scripture say about Leviathan?
A further seven areas are given on this matter of Better Ways of Doing Things which will happen in the World Tomorrow. These are respect for God’s Name, true religion will be worldwide, the family, health, behaviour, one pure language and the use of technology. All of these will greatly benefit all of mankind.
The Bible very clearly reveals that mankind is being offered a place in the Family of God in the new heavens and the new earth. Along with this opportunity comes great accountability, and what we are doing now will have a decisive impact on our role in that future time!
The important significance of this day for mankind in that they will all have an opportunity to become full fledged sons of God in the Kingdom of God.
It is through fervent prayer that man is able to get results from the supreme authority in all the universe.
Unfortunately, however, even among nominal Christians, prayer is simply a ritual of words, of sanctimonious phraseology and even perhaps boring and unproductive. But when we know God’s will—and we discern that through the study of His word—we can pray with absolute confidence that God will hear and answer our prayers, but always keeping in mind according to God’s will, i.e. the answer may be “not yet” or “no”. The fervent prayer of a righteous person is always answered. And we must be aware also that we are not in a position to interpret God’s divine will unless it is clearly revealed in scripture and understood retrospectively or currently in the light of circumstances. Be confident, that for a true Christian, all things can be resolved through the power of prayer.
Aside from our personal needs or desires, there are a number of things we ought to be praying about. This sermon offers 16 suggested areas.
Not only will the soon coming Kingdom of God on Earth be a time of rich physical blessings, but it will more importantly be an opportunity for all to take part in its spiritual rewards.
With careful hearing, we learn to fear God. We'll look at 12-points in our hearing God: 1) Why 2) How 3) When and where 4) Written hearing 5) God gives understanding 6) Who God hears 7) Don't close ears 8) Good hearing 9 Bad hearing 10) Humorous 11) Does God need a hearing aid? 12) Inspiring examples of hearing.
Three areas where things will be done better during the millenium are discussed. The appointment of perfect leaders unlike flawed individuals who exercise power today. Also, a new way of thinking where those alive will have perfect rulers to guide them and without the malevolent influence of Satan. And thirdly. in the area of building and housing where property will not be to make massive profits for those involved – but to benefit all of mankind. Beautiful towns and cities with all the amenities – no more slums; no more inner city areas wracked with crime, drug abuse, violence and no-go areas and no more racketeering and double dealing. Better ways of doing things.
A look at what leads up to the millennium and also the conditions and challenges during the millennium.
"You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden."
-Matthew 5:14