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SESSION 82: FAITH PART 21

ACTIONS THAT CORRESPOND WITH FAITH

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RUSSELL SANDERS

9-6-2022

GOD AND SEXUAL PERVERSION

LESSON 9

NEW TESTAMENT STAND ON PERVERSION

NEW TESTAMENT HOPE FOR THE SINNER

As we now shift to the New Testament, the language changes from Hebrew to Greek, and from many writers to just the apostle Paul. There is no word used by Paul that explicitly defines sodomy or homosexuality. Instead, he uses Greek words that are full of innuendo. It is left for us to understand for ourselves what he is trying to say.

There is one scripture that is rather specific on this. It is 1 Corinthians 6:9 where he writes, “Know ye not that the unrighteous shall NOT inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate…shall (vs. 10b) inherit the kingdom of God.” We have a basic understanding of what constitutes an effeminate man.

The Greek word here for effeminate is “malakos” (Strongs 3120) which means “soft” and indicates a “catamite.” What is a catamite? It is a boy who is kept for unnatural purposes, i.e., sexual reasons. It could apply to homosexuals and particularly to pedophiles.

However, 1 Corinthians 6:11 tells of God’s grace and power to deliver any person from such behavior patterns. It says, “And such were some of you. But ye are washed (in Christ’s blood) …sanctified…justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the (Holy) Spirit of our God (Theos).”

Notice in verse 9 that all forms of habitual (unrepented) sexual sin are included, not just homosexuality or pedophilia only. God can and will deliver all who are repentant under the blood of Jesus.

There are other scriptures that condemn sexual perversion, such as Romans 1:26 that says, “…God gave them up to vile affections, for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature” which speaks of lesbians, and verse 27 goes on to say, “and likewise men, leaving the natural use of women, burned in lust one toward another, men with men working (doing) that which is unseemly….” This is a clear reference to homosexuality. Then in verse 31 it speaks of being “without natural affection.” 2 Timothy 3:3 also uses the term “without natural affection.” Colossians 3:5 speaks of “inordinate affection.”

Yet, I would point you back again to 1 Corinthians 6:11 that shows God’s love and grace to deliver such ones from those lifestyles. If they believe upon Jesus, confess Christ, and repent (turn away from) such vile lifestyles, God will save even the vilest of sinners.

Can we also love their souls as God loves them? We may find their lustful lifestyle to be completely revolting, yet it is our place to love them into God’s kingdom instead of condemning them. We do condemn their sin, but we do not condemn the person. Only God can do that, and neither I nor you are God.

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HELEN SANDERS

9-6-2022

TO READ OR NOT TO READ 

THAT IS THE QUESTION

Recently I put a question out on social media asking if the readers had ever read the bible all the way through. For the most part, the answer was yes. Some said they had not but were under conviction for not doing so and would change.

One answer was very interesting, to say the least. The response, and I quote it here, “Nope, I read what God leads me to read, and that’s ok.” I found that answer shocking. I do not see that that as an excuse to not study the word of God by reading it. 

Psalm 119 is full of great advice along these lines. Verse 130 says, “The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.”  That in itself would encourage me to read the bible. Verse 11 says, “Thy word have I hid in my heart that I might not sin against thee.” The more we read the word, the wiser we become and know what is right and wrong.

The word of God is our instruction manual. It gives us advice as husbands, wives, children, pastors, teachers, kings and more. It teaches us what is right and what is wrong. If we do not read the “textbook” for life, we can be sure to fail in life’s trials.

Every time I read the word of God, I learn something new. The Word of God is fresh every day because it is alive. It is sharper than any two-edged sword that divides the thoughts and intents of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12.) It brings conviction when we are tempted to sin. It enables us to be victorious through our trials as we recite verses against the enemy that comes to “steal, kill, and destroy.” (John 10:10.)

I definitely am praying for the person that deems reading and studying the word not necessary, because tests will come that will surely require great faith. We must remember that faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the word of God (Romans 10:17.)

Many people died getting the Word of God to the body of Christ. We must never treat it as if reading it does not matter. It does matter and can be the difference between life and death for the one that puts the Word in their heart.

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7-31-2022

PROPHETIC WORD – NO FEAR

AS GIVEN TO HELEN SANDERS 

For I would say unto you that many have walked in the way of fear. Know that this is not of me saith the Lord, for I have not given you the spirit of fear. The enemy has come in and you have listened to him and his lies. For I have not given you this spirit of fear. For the enemy has planted doubt in your mind, doubt that I am not the God that you should serve. For you would think there have been delays and the enemy has used this to bring distractions, doubt, and fear into your lives. I am the God of power and love and soundness in mind. I bring peace that passes all understanding. I bring hope that is not delayed. Yet, you have not listened to my words that I have spoken to you from the prophets of long ago through MY WORD that build your faith, saith the Lord. You have kindled a little fire of doubt that is now burning into a great flame that has weakened your faith. So, my child, understand that there is no place for fear in the lives of my children. I have made you to be more than conquerors through my Son. So, shake off this fear, and rise up and say enough is enough. Take the sword of my Spirit which is the word of God and cut off the enemy of fear’s head so that he will never rise again. I would say that today is the day that you must do this, for in doing this you will find victory in your life. If you heed my word and do this, you shall go forth and do valiantly. But if you neglect to kill this enemy of fear you will only grow weaker and weaker to the point that your strength will not be renewed. You must wait upon me my child. You must come into my presence and rise up as an eagle and fly with the angels into battle. You must heed this warning my child, for your faith has grown weak through the deceptions and distractions that the enemy has sent. Know you not the reason a horse wears blinders in a race? It is so they do not fear what is on either side of them. For surely as the horse looks ahead unto the finish line you must put blinders on to all that the enemy throws your way so that you will not be taken off track. Yield to the prompting of MY Spirit saith the Lord. Do not give in to the spirit of fear, for it will only bring destruction. This is your hour to be strong in me and my promises saith the Lord. Repent for this hour is your hour to finish the race with all certainty, knowing that I am with you and will never leave you. So, rise up from that place of doubt and fear and run the race my child. Run it with faith and confidence that I am with you. For I have given you power and strength and a sound mind to perform all that is necessary to win your race saith the Lord.

APOSTLE PAT MURRAY

9-5-2022

PROPHETIC EXHORTATION

Have you noticed how we can get so caught up with getting TO our DESTINATION…That we fail to take the time to ENJOY the JOURNEY? Well, I don’t know how you feel about it; But I've come to the conclusion while traveling on this road of life…You can learn and enjoy a lot more ON the JOURNEY... IF you’d SLOW DOWN and take the time to smell the roses along the way. God bless you and remember IF you enjoy your journey; Then you’ll in turn not only make life a better experience for yourself; But also for everyone you meet. Blessings. .

 Stand Up and Know Your Savior! HCC 

              When calluses grow on our hearts and souls, 

                  When we have done wrong, so long. 

                  Our ears are deaf, we do not see. 

                  Christ Jesus, we reject, we're lost, 

                  This humanity, from our God. 

                  Let’s pray for those who have lost their way. 

                  If it were you, wouldn’t you want help, 

                  Somehow, some way? 

                  Pray they come, see the Cross,  

                  Pray they see what they have done. 

                  Will they see Eternity, or are they lost? 

                  Come to Christ, the risen one!

TODAY'S POLL OR TRIVIA QUESTION

YESTERDAY'S

POLL/TRIVIA QUESTION:

Do you believe civil war is coming to America?

66.7%% answered with:

Yes

33.3% answered with:

I honestly do not know

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TODAY'S BIBLE CHALLENGE

YESTERDAY'S BIBLE CHALLENGE

What prophet interpreted the handwriting on the wall?

The correct answer is:

Daniel

100% answered correctly with:

Daniel

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YESTERDAY'S BIBLE QUIZ

What disciple asked Jesus how many times he should forgive his brother?

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Peter

75% answered correctly with:

Peter

25% answered incorrectly with:

John



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Deal with Iran will make war more likely

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TODAY'S BIBLE TRIVIA

YESTERDAY'S BIBLE TRIVIA

What king sent his singers in front of his warriors into battle?

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King Jehoshaphat

0% answered correctly with

King Jehoshephat

66.7% answered incorrectly with:

King David

33.3% answered with:

I honestly do not know the answer

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