“‘FREE INDEED'”

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

“‘Free Indeed,'” I saw written in big letters on the campervan from a distance.

The two words reminded me of something!

The van was parked on the main street here in Kaitaia today. (Commerce Street)

Walking nearer to the campervan I noticed that “‘Freedom Indeed'” was written on the front of the vehicle and on the back. I noticed also a sticker on the back of the van and on the front. On the stickers was written: “GOOD NEWS VANNERS”. On the stickers was also the picture of a dove.

It was also my privilege to have a conversation with the owner of the vehicle, a true follower of the Lord Jesus Christ.

The two words “‘Free Indeed'” reminded me of course of the verse in the Bible, where it says:

“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”

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Posted on February 18, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

“A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue, but the parent of all other virtues.” – Cicero

What growing Churches have in Common

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

In an article written by Murray Robertson I am reading what growing Churches have in common. (NZ Baptist, February 2013, page 3)

I am learning from the article that “clear Biblical preaching,” “a commitment to consistent Biblical Preaching” and “good expository preaching” is the foundation of growing Churches.

I am also learning that the result, (outcome) is what I call Personal Evangelism. (PE) Murray Robertson says, “The thing that struck me most of all about the group was their obvious sense of joy in speaking to others about the gospel.” I spoke about my faith in the Lord Jesus Christ this morning. I talked to a complete stranger. We talked while walking together on the road.

In between comes that the members of growing churches are focused, their themes are Empowerment and Discipleship. Murray Robertson says about Discipleship: “This was seen not simply as the accumulation of knowledge about the faith but a capacity to let lifestyles be shaped by the values of the gospel.” The members of growing churches are also from many different nationalities.

Let us learn from growing Churches

ADVOCATE – Post 4,739

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

Advocacy

A long time ago, in fact a very long time ago, a man said, “If only there were someone to arbitrate between us, to lay his hand upon us both.”

That was actually said so long ago that nobody really knows how long ago it was said, but because it is so important, it is a subject of much discussion.

The man is actually saying that he is looking for someone who can achieve a settlement between himself and God. With other words he is looking for a mediator. He is looking for an advocate. He is looking for an interceder.

And there is a mediator.

The mediator is the man Christ Jesus. He is the ransom for all men (First Timothy 2:5).

The Lord Jesus Christ is our defender. He speaks to the Father, if we do sin. He is the Righteous One (First John 2:1).

And there is an intercessor.

The following verses tell us about the Intercession of the Lord Jesus Christ with the Father for mankind.

In Isaiah 53:12 the Lord Jesus Christ intercedes for the transgressors. That is us!

In Luke 22:32 the Lord Intercedes for Simon, who is a weak believer.

The Lord Jesus Christ had enemies. In Luke 23:34 He is interceding for his enemies. Here we can really learn a lot!

In John 14:16 He is asking the Father to send the Counselor, the comforter.

In John 17:9 the Lord Jesus Christ is interceding for the believers, for the body of Christ. You find them in the different denominations!

Please read Romans 8:34 and you will be encouraged.

What an encouragement it is also to read Hebrews 7:25. Please memorize Hebrews 7:25.

The avocate, the mediator, is the Lord Jesus Christ and the man who said, “If only there were someone to arbitrate between us, to lay his hand upon us both,” was Job.

You read about the problem of Job’s affliction and the use of suffering in the divine plan in the book called JOB in the Bible.

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Posted on February 16, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

“A man who does not live a live of obedience himself soon ceases to be concerned about the fact that his own children should obey him.” – Martyn Lloyd-Jones

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Posted on February 16, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

“Eines der groessten Beduerfnisse im Leben als Christen ist ein Ort, wo wir uns bewusst der Realitaet widmen koennen. Das ist die wahre Bedeutung des Gebets.” – Oswald Chambers

War Cry Giveaway

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Werner Dekarski

To win one of two copies of Karakia, tell us what you love about following Jesus.

My story:

God the Holy Spirit indwells true followers of the Lord and guides them.

God the Holy Spirit is the author of the BIBLE and in James 4:6 He says:

“YOU DO NOT HAVE, BECAUSE YOU DO NOT ASK GOD.”

Last Christmas our water heating broke down and only yesterday (weekend) our refrigerator did the same – but we asked for guidance and when you ask you have. (You save time, money, et cetera.)

“‘Free Indeed,'” I saw written in big letters on the campervan from a distance.

The two words reminded me of something!

The van was parked on the main street here in Kaitaia today. (Commerce Street)

Walking nearer to the campervan I noticed that “‘Freedom Indeed'” was written on the front of the vehicle and on the back. I noticed also a sticker on the back of the van and on the front. On the stickers was written: “GOOD NEWS VANNERS”. On the stickers was also the picture of a dove.

It was also my privilege to have a conversation with the owner of the vehicle, a true follower of the Lord Jesus Christ.

The two words “‘Free Indeed'” reminded me of course of the verse in the Bible, where it says:

“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”

“A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue, but the parent of all other virtues.” – Cicero

In an article written by Murray Robertson I am reading what growing Churches have in common. (NZ Baptist, February 2013, page 3)

I am learning from the article that “clear Biblical preaching,” “a commitment to consistent Biblical Preaching” and “good expository preaching” is the foundation of growing Churches.

Let us learn from growing Churches

A long time ago, in fact a very long time ago, a man said, “If only there were someone to arbitrate between us, to lay his hand upon us both.”

That was actually said so long ago that nobody really knows how long ago it was said, but because it is so important, it is a subject of much discussion.

The man is actually saying that he is looking for someone who can achieve a settlement between himself and God. With other words he is looking for a mediator. He is looking for an advocate. He is looking for an interceder.

And there is a mediator.

The mediator is the man Christ Jesus. He is the ransom for all men (First Timothy 2:5).

The Lord Jesus Christ is our defender. He speaks to the Father, if we do sin. He is the Righteous One (First John 2:1).

And there is an intercessor.

The following verses tell us about the Intercession of the Lord Jesus Christ with the Father for mankind.

In Isaiah 53:12 the Lord Jesus Christ intercedes for the transgressors. That is us!

In Luke 22:32 the Lord Intercedes for Simon, who is a weak believer.

The Lord Jesus Christ had enemies. In Luke 23:34 He is interceding for his enemies. Here we can really learn a lot!

In John 14:16 He is asking the Father to send the Counselor, the comforter.

In John 17:9 the Lord Jesus Christ is interceding for the believers, for the body of Christ. You find them in the different denominations!

Please read Romans 8:34 and you will be encouraged.

What an encouragement it is also to read Hebrews 7:25. Please memorize Hebrews 7:25.

The avocate, the mediator, is the Lord Jesus Christ and the man who said, “If only there were someone to arbitrate between us, to lay his hand upon us both,” was Job.

You read about the problem of Job’s affliction and the use of suffering in the divine plan in the book called JOB in the Bible.

“A man who does not live a live of obedience himself soon ceases to be concerned about the fact that his own children should obey him.” – Martyn Lloyd-Jones

“Eines der groessten Beduerfnisse im Leben als Christen ist ein Ort, wo wir uns bewusst der Realitaet widmen koennen. Das ist die wahre Bedeutung des Gebets.” – Oswald Chambers

To win one of two copies of Karakia, tell us what you love about following Jesus.

My story:

God the Holy Spirit indwells true followers of the Lord and guides them.

God the Holy Spirit is the author of the BIBLE and in James 4:6 He says:

“YOU DO NOT HAVE, BECAUSE YOU DO NOT ASK GOD.”

Last Christmas our water heating broke down and only yesterday (weekend) our refrigerator did the same – but we asked for guidance and when you ask you have. (You save time, money, et cetera.)

“A Hill with Three Crosses-

One cross where a thief died IN SIN

One cross where a thief died TO SIN

A center cross where a Redeemer died FOR SIN.” – Unknown