And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the Mount of Olives. And Jesus saith unto them,
‘All ye shall be offended because of Me this night: for it is written, ‘I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered. But after that I am risen, I will go before you into Galilee.’
But Peter said unto Him, ‘Although all shall be offended, yet will not I.’ And Jesus saith unto him,
Verily I say unto thee, That this day, even in this night, before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny Me thrice.’
But he spake the more vehemently, ‘If I should die with Thee, I will not deny Thee in any wise. Likewise also said they all. Mark 14:26-31 (KJB)
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The prosecution of John MacArthur and Grace Community Church
Great thoughts. I agree.
If they come and put Pastors in jail because they are preaching the Gospel without permission – Pastors are going to need to go to jail.
A lot of folks seem to think they signed up to be prominent, respected members of society with moral authority and high standing in the community. Jesus never saw that. Paul never saw that. Peter never saw that. Polycarp, Justin and Athanasius never saw that.
Some folks might have thought it was all gonna be a walk in the park. An endless series of handshakes and smiles with an occasional after church potluck.
Now they know the world means business.
Now they know it’s not all fun and games.
Now John Macarthur is 83 and he’s going to have to suffer our shame for us because we would not stand fast in the face of oppression.
Yes, there is someone being oppressed and abused…
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Observations From Matthew – 031111
I want to share this with you from March 11, 2011. So much more true today.
Reading today from Matthew 23 – 25.
After doing my reading this morning, I was wondering what I should post this morning for the Scripture reading over on our church blog, and our son James called and told me about a huge earthquake which had just happened in Japan. Now, there are tsunami warnings out for all the West coast of the continental USA, Alaska, that they were vacating the Island’s of Hawaii, and Australia and other places. It just reminds me of the reminders our Lord gives that He will return.
“But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but My Father only. But as the days of Noe were, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage…
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Words of Jesus; Son of God, God the Son – 081920
“And on the morrow, when they were come from Bethany, He was hungry: and seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, He came, if haply He might find any thing thereon: and when He came to it, He found nothing but leaves; for the time of figs was not yet. And Jesus answered and said unto it,
‘No man eat fruit of thee hereafter for ever.’
And His disciples heard it.” Mark 11:12-14 (KJB)
Words of Jesus; Son of God, God the Son – 081620
“And the Pharisees came forth, and began to question with Him, seeking of Him a sign from heaven, tempting Him. And He sighed deeply in His spirit, and saith,
‘Why doth this generation seek after a sign? Verily I say unto you, There shall no sign be given unto this generation.’
And He left them, and entering into the ship again departed to the other side.” Mark 8:11-13 (KJB)
Words of Jesus; Son of God, God the Son – 081520
“Then came together unto Him the Pharisees, and certain of the scribes, which came from Jerusalem. And when they saw some of His disciples eat bread with defiled, that is to say, with unwashen, hands, they found fault.
For the Pharisees, and all the Jews, except they wash their hands oft, eat not, holding the tradition of the elders. And when they come from the market, except they wash, they eat not. And many other things there be, which they have received to hold, as the washing of cups, and pots, brasen vessels, and of tables.
Then the Pharisees and scribes asked Him, ‘Why walk not Thy disciples according to the tradition of the elders, but eat bread with unwashen hands?’ He answered and said unto them,
‘Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, ‘This people honoureth Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me. Howbeit in vain do they worship Me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.’
For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, as the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do.’
And He said unto them,
‘Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition. For Moses said, ‘Honour thy father and thy mother; and, Whoso curseth father or mother, let him die the death:’ but ye say, ‘If a man shall say to his father or mother, It is Corban, that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; he shall be free.’ And ye suffer him no more to do ought for his father or his mother; making the word of God of none effect through your tradition, which ye have delivered: and many such like things do ye.’ ” Mark 7:1-13 (KJB)
Words Of Jesus; Son Of God, God The Son – 080220
“O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
Behold, your house is left unto you desolate. For I say unto you, Ye shall not see Me henceforth, till ye shall say, ‘Blessed is He that cometh in the name of the Lord.’ “ Matthew 23:37-39 (KJB)
The Woman Who Fears The LORD
“Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31:29-31 (KJB)
Haters Of Life
“The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.” Proverbs 29:10 (KJB)
“Bloodthirsty men hate one who is blameless and seek the life of the upright.” (ESV)
Victory In The Righteous
“When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.” Proverbs 28:12 (KJB)
Make My Heart Glad
“My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.” Proverbs 27:11 (KJB)
To The Lazy
“The slothful man saith, ‘There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.’
As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.
The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.” Proverbs 26:13-16 (KJB)
The “Giver” Who Does Not Give
“Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.” Proverbs 25:14 (KJB)
“Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of a gift he does not give.” (ESV)
Forbear To Deliver
“If thou forbear to deliver them that are drawn unto death, and those that are ready to be slain; if thou sayest, ‘Behold, we knew it not;’ doth not He that pondereth the heart consider? And He that keepeth thy soul, doth not He know, and shall not He render to every man according to his works?” Proverbs 24:11-12
“Rescue those who are being taken away to death; hold back those who are stumbling to the slaughter.
If you say, “Behold, we did not know this,” does not he who weighs the heart perceive it? Does not he who keeps watch over your soul know it, and will he not repay man according to his work? (ESV)
Parents And Disciplining Children
“Withhold not correction from the child: for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die. Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell.” Proverbs 23:13-14 (KJB)
The Eye Of The Giver
He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor. Proverbs 22:9
The Wisdom Of The Righteous
“The righteous wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.” Proverbs 21:12 (KJB)
“The Righteous One observes the house of the wicked; he throws the wicked down to ruin.” (ESV)
Wrath Or Favor
“The king’s wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favour is as dew upon the grass.” Proverbs 19:12
Listen First
“He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.” Proverbs 18:13 (KJB)
A Cover For Sin
“He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth friends.” Proverbs 17:9 (KJB)
Righteous Lips Speak Right
“Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.” Proverbs 16:13 (KJB)
A Cheerful Heart In Evil Days
“All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.” Proverbs 15:15 (KJB)
Be Wise And Depart From Evil
“The simple believeth every word: but the prudent looketh well to his going.
A wise feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.” Proverbs 14:15-16 (KJB)
Departing From The Snares Of Death
“The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.” Proverbs 13:14 (KJB)
The Righteous And Their Animals
“A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.” Proverbs 12:10 (KJB)