Hello everyone. I'll begin today's post with a suggestion:

Study your Bible in chronological order of the Books. I find this method most appealing, especially with the New Testament.

Colossians Chapter 1 verses 15-18

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. 17 And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. 18 And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence.

This is a description of Jesus, the Christ.

Revelation of Jesus - John is Speaking

Revelation 1: 12-15 Then I turned to see the voice that spoke with me. And having turned I saw seven golden lampstands, 13 and in the midst of the seven lampstands One like the Son of Man, clothed with a garment down to the feet and girded about the chest with a golden band. 14 His head and hair were white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes like a flame of fire; 15 His feet were like fine brass, as if refined in a furnace, and His voice as the sound of many waters;

Believe

In the Bible, the writers presupposed God’s existence and assumed His existence as a fact. It is imperative to believe that God is and that the Bible is His Word. Sin precludes men from this belief. A study of the God of the Bible is important because it determines our concept of the world, sin, life, duty and conduct. Bible study should produce a definite influence on our worldview and have an obvious effect in our behavior and character.

Dr Lutzer at Bughouse Square 2009 1

Perspective

Revelation Determines Worldview.

Book Review

Lies The Government Told You
By Judge Andrew P. Napolitano

Mr. Napolitano has discovered many interesting observations through research of the US government. Each chapter of his book, “Lies The Government Told You“ describes freedoms that we, the US citizens have lost as a result of government action.
While reading this book and afterward musing its contents, I became angered and disgusted because of the government’s intentional desecration of its people’s rights. The lost freedom described in this book may or may not be reclaimed by the people. Mr. Napolitano emphasizes that he is making us aware so they we may wake up and use the freedom that we still have to make changes necessary to restore our freedom and to protect them from power hungry politicians.
The freedoms that we have lost and those freedoms in danger of losing affect every part of our life. Some freedoms are lost in times of crisis, whether it is of natural or national. Lost freedom is always preceded by government promises that it is best for us.
I won’t go into detail, however, I do recommend this book. You will be surprised at the eye-opening discoveries of our government actions.
Let me make it clear that I think Mr. Napolitano is not against our government as it was intended but angered at individuals and the two party system that has taken advantage of our freedom.

Book Review "Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World"

Living With Confidence in a Chaotic World
Dr. David Jeremiah

Dr. David Jeremiah is a pastor of a Church in California. He provides teaching regularly on radio nationwide. He also authors several other books. I have read many of his books and have listened to his radio program.
This book “Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World” is written appropriately for this current time of crises. With his excellent use of the English language, Dr. Jeremiah uses antidotes for current life chaos using words beginning with the letter “C”. A remedy for each crisis is provided in each chapter of the book.
Dr. Jeremiah gives examples of current crises such as losing jobs and financial institution failures. He advises the reader in each crisis to “stay” calm, compassionate, constructive, etc. Since the Christian believes in the rapture of the Church, Dr. Jeremiah exhorts Christians to “stay” the course.
The reader is encouraged to watch the skies for Christ’s return and to keep faith in Him who can bring us through the chaotic times. Stay confident in God’s Word and don’t give in to the circumstances of life.
Contrary to my first impression, this is not just another psychological self help book. “Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World” offers real advice and comfort to those who will believe Dr. Jeremiah’s recommendations. I highly suggest this book for the sincere reader.