The Time Factor In The Plan Of God

THE TIME FACTOR IN THE BIBLE

Let’s not think that events of history are random! The Bible gives clear indication of design and structure in nature and history which is evidence of a Creator. Time is relevant only because it is a measure instituted by God on day four of creation. The sun, moon and stars created that day, were for signs and seasons, days and years. Time was established to determine the progression of God’s divine plan. The unfolding of history is according to the plainly laid out timetable of God.

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The Bible IS The Word Of God

THE BIBLE IS THE WORD OF GOD

     1) If God is real, how would He tell us?
     2) Why we should accept the Bible as the Word of God?
     3) What tangible proof confirms the Bible as the Word of God?

Let’s be absolutely clear: If the Bible is the Word of God, then He does not need us to endorse His words to support or confirm what He says. He is the master who created all things… including us and we should listen carefully to what He says! He declares what he wants in the Bible. Are we willing to pause and consider the words of the all-powerful Creator? We have free choice to accept or reject his word.

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The Central Theme Of The Bible

A Brief Overview Of God’s Word

THE CENTRAL THEME OF THE BIBLE

Suggested Background Reading: Genesis 3, Genesis 12,13; 2 Samuel 7 and Luke 1

What is the Bible message? What is it trying to tell us? To understand what this book is about, we need to understand the underlying theme. A theme is the core message that is often repeated to make the point! There are key principles that repeat often and provide the outline of the intended purpose of God. It is evident that God established his intent right from the beginning, in Genesis. His message is constant and continues through to the final book of Revelation. His theme permeates the Bible like a thread that is woven through every chapter and book to provide God’s complete plan of salvation. Let’s have a look.

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The Whole Gospel

IS ESSENTIAL BEFORE BAPTISM!

Baptism Into Christ

Introductory Bible Reading: Acts 2:37-47; Psalm 51; Psalm 103 & Psalm 119:1-16; Acts 10:34-43

THE NEED FOR BAPTISM:

– This is a commandment of John and of Christ: Mark 1:4; Matthew 3:8,15
– It is essential for salvation: Mark 16:16, Acts 8:38
– It is the means which provides a covering for sin: Galatians 3:27
– Brings us into covenant relationship with God. Ephesians 2:12
– Symbolic of the burial of the old man: Romans 6:3-5
– Provides forgiveness of sins: Colossians 2:12-14
– Represents rebirth into a new life: John 3: 5,6

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