TEACHING ABOUT CRITICISM v.1-2. Rash, unjust judgment in the sense of condemning is forbidden [Rom.2:1; Lu.6:37] Judgment according to justice is lawful and necessary as in a magistrate passing a sentence. Forming an opinion is not condemned. We all form opinions of conduct we know is evil. A habit of forming a judgment hastily, harshly … Read more
While watching in my mind those disciples gathered around the Lord Jesus sitting there and teaching them the features and facts of the kingdom, I was impressed how father-like He was with them. They were hearing a real explanation of the lifestyle they had lived before they met Him. It had been basically a life … Read more
CHILDREN IN COMMUNION WITH THE FATHER. v.1. Alms – righteousness. v.2. Hypocrite – those who do good acts for appearances only; not out of compassion; actions good; motives hollow. God rewards those who are sincere in their faith. v.3. Motives must be pure when giving; not for some benefit in return. v.4. Motives in three … Read more
THE FIRST OF FIVE DISCOURSES Mat. 5. The Teacher imparting His character to His disciples. Mat. 10. The Master revealing principles of Christian service. Mat. 13. The King enlightening His subjects to the character of the dispensation. Mat. 18. The Head controlling the members in happy church relationship. Mat. 24. The Judge calling His creatures … Read more
My mind’s journey with the Lord brought me to a mountain where He sat down to teach those who were following Him, but in particular, those who were genuine learners. They weren’t there just out of curiosity. There were ten distinct parts to His teaching on that mountain. The “beatitudes” or “blessings” are more that … Read more
As I watched the journey of Jesus. He walked away from all others taking a solitary journey into the wilderness. He was a man led by God the Holy Spirit. I was amazed to see two equal Persons of the Godhead, divine Persons, one leading the other and the Lord submissive to the control of … Read more