Recently, the editor of my (soon to be released) second book made this comment:
“I should also remember to pray for guidance in editing this book especially since I'm sure it's destined to bring enlightenment to countless Christians around the world. I'm in awe of the inspiration you received in conceiving and writing the book. I expect there will be many requests for permission to translate it into many languages soon after it's released.”
I thank God for the encouragement those words brought me. He is editing the book from Panama so the comments contained added meaning. As I reflect on them, I pray that they are more than words of flattery but words of prophetic truth.
Larry
Monday, June 08, 2009
Internet Bible Study - June/July
I've been negligent in posting new chapters for this study. I am committed to getting back on track. I have attached two new lessons for your study.
GOD’S PLAN FOR THE FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF HIS MINISTRY
Tithes and offerings are discussed as God’s plan for the support of ministry efforts and ministry workers. However, in God’s financial plan, the Lord must always be the focus of the giving. The work and workers of ministry are His designated beneficiaries of the tangible gift. Emphasis is given to the fact that tithes and offerings as a pattern of giving to the Lord preceded Judaism as a religion and the Mosaic Law as a religious practice and still remains relevant for the Christian Church.
Reference Scripture:
Malachi 3:10 (Bring all the tithes)
Supporting Scriptures:
Leviticus 4 (sin offering)
Exodus 30: 11-16 (ransom offering)
Numbers 18:20-24 ( 1st tithe – ministry support)
Deuteronomy 14:22-26 (2nd tithe – pilgrimage)
Deuteronomy 26:12 & 14: 28-29 (3rd tithe – benevolence)
Malachi 3:8 (will a man rob God)
Exodus 25 (freewill offering – tabernacle)
2 Chronicles 7 ( freewill offering Solomon)
Hebrews 9:11 – 10:18 (Christ’ death all sufficient offering for our sins)
Genesis 14: 14 – 20 ( Abram’s tithe)
Genesis 28:10 – 22 ( Jacob’s tithe)
Matthew 23:23 (Jesus’ sanction of tithing)
Leviticus 27:30 & 32 (tithe belongs to God)
Deuteronomy 14:22 – 23 (so that you may learn to revere the Lord your God)
Numbers 18: 20 – 24 (Levites received no inheritance in the promised land)
Deuteronomy 14: 27 – 29 ( ( remember the Levites who have no inheritance)
Numbers 18: 8 -20 (offerings given to the Levites)
Matthew 25: 31 – 46 (Jesus’ priority on the less fortunate – sheep & goats)
1Corintians 9: 13 – 14 ( those who preach the gospel should live of the gospel)
2 Corinthians 9: 7 (cheerful giver)
2 Corinthians 9: 12 - 13 (Men will praise God for their obedience and sharing)
GOD’S PLAN IN ACTION
While the workers and work of the ministry are beneficiaries of the tangible substance of offertory giving, its full impact is intended by God to be more far reaching. The benefit is intended to be reciprocal. An examination of the Biblical account of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath demonstrates how God uses giving to establish a relationship of mutual benefit between His ministry and the recipients of ministry efforts.
Reference Scripture:
1 Kings 17: 1 – 23 ( Elijah and the widow)
Supporting Scriptures:
Luke 10: 1 – 9 ( Jesus send the 72, take no purse, eat what they give you)
Click on the link to the Internet Bible Study to review the full text of the lesson. The link is contained in the "Additional Resources" section of this blog.
Don't study alone. This is the world wide web. Invite a family member, friend, someone from another state or another country to join you.
Please keep praying for this ministry.
Larry
GOD’S PLAN FOR THE FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF HIS MINISTRY
Tithes and offerings are discussed as God’s plan for the support of ministry efforts and ministry workers. However, in God’s financial plan, the Lord must always be the focus of the giving. The work and workers of ministry are His designated beneficiaries of the tangible gift. Emphasis is given to the fact that tithes and offerings as a pattern of giving to the Lord preceded Judaism as a religion and the Mosaic Law as a religious practice and still remains relevant for the Christian Church.
Reference Scripture:
Malachi 3:10 (Bring all the tithes)
Supporting Scriptures:
Leviticus 4 (sin offering)
Exodus 30: 11-16 (ransom offering)
Numbers 18:20-24 ( 1st tithe – ministry support)
Deuteronomy 14:22-26 (2nd tithe – pilgrimage)
Deuteronomy 26:12 & 14: 28-29 (3rd tithe – benevolence)
Malachi 3:8 (will a man rob God)
Exodus 25 (freewill offering – tabernacle)
2 Chronicles 7 ( freewill offering Solomon)
Hebrews 9:11 – 10:18 (Christ’ death all sufficient offering for our sins)
Genesis 14: 14 – 20 ( Abram’s tithe)
Genesis 28:10 – 22 ( Jacob’s tithe)
Matthew 23:23 (Jesus’ sanction of tithing)
Leviticus 27:30 & 32 (tithe belongs to God)
Deuteronomy 14:22 – 23 (so that you may learn to revere the Lord your God)
Numbers 18: 20 – 24 (Levites received no inheritance in the promised land)
Deuteronomy 14: 27 – 29 ( ( remember the Levites who have no inheritance)
Numbers 18: 8 -20 (offerings given to the Levites)
Matthew 25: 31 – 46 (Jesus’ priority on the less fortunate – sheep & goats)
1Corintians 9: 13 – 14 ( those who preach the gospel should live of the gospel)
2 Corinthians 9: 7 (cheerful giver)
2 Corinthians 9: 12 - 13 (Men will praise God for their obedience and sharing)
GOD’S PLAN IN ACTION
While the workers and work of the ministry are beneficiaries of the tangible substance of offertory giving, its full impact is intended by God to be more far reaching. The benefit is intended to be reciprocal. An examination of the Biblical account of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath demonstrates how God uses giving to establish a relationship of mutual benefit between His ministry and the recipients of ministry efforts.
Reference Scripture:
1 Kings 17: 1 – 23 ( Elijah and the widow)
Supporting Scriptures:
Luke 10: 1 – 9 ( Jesus send the 72, take no purse, eat what they give you)
Click on the link to the Internet Bible Study to review the full text of the lesson. The link is contained in the "Additional Resources" section of this blog.
Don't study alone. This is the world wide web. Invite a family member, friend, someone from another state or another country to join you.
Please keep praying for this ministry.
Larry
Sunday, June 07, 2009
General Update & New Website
I sense momentum building as I work toward the publication of the second book. The copy-editing process in progressing smoothly and the editor has been particularly encouraging (I'll share about that in another Blog). I have developed a series of web-video promos. I plan to launch one each month (God willing) on You Tube and God Tube for the balance of the year. I have developed four so far but I'm having difficulty getting the sound to work for the God Tube upload. I've created a "channel" on You Tube so all the promos will be aggregated in a single place.
I've been encouraged to update my website, so I have. My original design was intentionally simple and formal. This time, I've tried to lighten-up "a little". Next time I'll add a photo of me without a jacket and tie (if I can find one). I have limited my design options to the iWeb templates on my iMac because of their seemless integration with the iMac tools I use to manage the whole project and the minimal cost. At this juncture, I am running a very low budget operation. There are obvious limitations to my skills and tools but prayerfully the fresh look and incorporation of the web-videos will enhance the usability of the site.
Please continue to prayer as I move forward under God's leading.
Larry
I've been encouraged to update my website, so I have. My original design was intentionally simple and formal. This time, I've tried to lighten-up "a little". Next time I'll add a photo of me without a jacket and tie (if I can find one). I have limited my design options to the iWeb templates on my iMac because of their seemless integration with the iMac tools I use to manage the whole project and the minimal cost. At this juncture, I am running a very low budget operation. There are obvious limitations to my skills and tools but prayerfully the fresh look and incorporation of the web-videos will enhance the usability of the site.
Please continue to prayer as I move forward under God's leading.
Larry
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