Pentecost

If Christ was not raised from the dead, Christianity is futile. That claim is not founded upon logical reasoning, but is Paul’s claim in 1 Corinthians 15; that if Christ was not raised, the apostles preaching was in vain, faith is in vain, and we are still in our sins. Indeed, Christianity hinges on the reality that Jesus died and was raised—never to experience death again. Left on its own, there is nothing revolutionary about the claim of life after death, nearly every religion attempts to…

Chapter Two FIRST CENTURY RELIGIOUS GROUPS At the time of Paul’s missionary Journeys there were a number of religious groups; perhaps as many as a dozen. Three of them are mentioned in the Bible: Pharisees, Sadducees and Zealots. THE PHARISEES The largest of these groups was the Pharisees which was organized about 140 B.C. and they taught strict adherence to the law. They were probably coming nearer to keeping the Law of Moses than any of the other groups. The Pharisees believed in a future…

Falling into line with the feasts of Pentecost and Tabernacles. Celebrations of the Passover are recorded at Mount Sinai and entering Canaan. The ultimate significance of the Passover, though, is not in its sociology or history, but in its unique role in the life of the Jewish people. It was…

If we were to apply Osmer’s “theo-drama” theory, I believe the first and second offices of apostle and prophet (as teacher) would resemble a mini-series, because the course of actions leading up to these particular offices are especially long. For example, the process of the apostle and in-house prophet includes spirit led practices such as; the study of the written word accompanied by prayer, baptism into the ministry of teaching (theophany and witness), leadership testing (dry seasons),…

Our course has been a journey of revelation of how and why we study the ancient of all texts, The Bible. There has been a focus to our inquiry, but it has not excluded other ways and means of study. Instead, it has incorporated them into an expanded experience to gain new depth of study. From the basics of a complete and careful exegesis, inclusion of epistemological insights, and using sound hermeneutics which bring discernment, we have been called to stand in the post-Pentecostal era using…

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preaching antinomianism, but I am preaching that the Gospel and the Christian 's journey are a true passage because it is founded on Christ. This speaks to us because many of us are like the Judaizers: at one moment, the traditions and customs of Pentecost bewildered us, which are not bad, but we have a mentality that they are going to save us or keep us saved. People, do not abuse these great traditions and customs; rather, let us properly use the Gospel of…

10. Explain the difference, if any, between the receiving of the Holy Spirit at new birth and the baptism in the Holy Spirit. Receiving of the Holy Spirit at new birth and the baptism in the Holy Spirit are two different and distinct experiences. When you are born again, the Spirit of the Lord comes into you and dwells in you. He reminds things, intercedes in your prayers, protects you from sins, helps you, guides you and encourages you. This is the experience of new creation; “Therefore if any…

Prayer and meditation are prominent actions by followers of any religion. Religious prayer is a time set aside to speak or to lift up requests to their god/gods. Some religions require more prayer than others. As I looked through different religions beliefs of prayer there was none more serious than Islamic traditions. Their devotion to prayer is one trait that stands out amongst other well known religions, even Christianity. To be a Muslim, they have a list of five acts to preform which are…

Sabrina Dang Mr. Zelenak Religion IV 28 September 2016 Communion Rite "Come to the table of mercy, prepared with the wine and the bread. All who are hungry and thirsty, come and your soul will be fed." This verse from the song,"Come to the Table," perfectly describes communion because Jesus called himself the,"Bread of Life," which meant that we are nourished by Him, and He satisfies us when everything else leaves us empty. The journey toward the altar to receive Communion reflects on the…