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Let the Spirit cover you today, that you may be intensely earnest about the deep things of God.
You should be so much in the order of the Spirit that you know that your whole will, your mind, and your heart may be centred in God to such a point that He lifts you into the pavilion of splendour where you hear His voice.
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Q: I understand why Christ is described in the Bible as the chief cornerstone and head of the corner, but I’m having difficulty imagining the stones mentioned because a “corner-stone” sounds so different from “the head of the corner”; can you help?
A: Yes, Praise God, I can, because it also bothered me until I made a point of looking into it.
© 15 Colin Melbourne
Q: Is it a sin to read books other than the Bible?
I’ve just started getting serious about my Christian Faith. I love to read and write. I like to read a variety of genres (both books and comics) and am currently working on writing a comic book from a Christian perspective. I’ve also written several non-fiction short stories and submitted them to publishers (none have been published, though). Lately, regardless of the genre, I’ve been getting this guilty feeling when reading or writing. I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder about two weeks ago, so I don’t know if it’s because of that. I also know Jesus used stories in his Ministry, but those could have been true and could be considered devotions (which I think are acceptable and necessary to grow in my faith). Any advice? Kate
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Q: What do you think of the rumour that the Covid virus was spread deliberately in order to force people to be vaccinated so they can be tracked and controlled by the antiChrist?
© 19 Colin Melbourne
And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.
And it came to pass on a certain day, as he was teaching, that there were Pharisees and doctors of the law sitting by, which were come out of every town of Galilee, and Judaea, and Jerusalem: and the power of the Lord was present to heal them.
Lk. 5:16-17 KJV
© 11 Colin Melbourne
We read about Christ’s secret diet Jn. 4:34 KJV;
My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.
Christ’s life depended upon Him doing the Will of His Father. He called it His meat, His food. Obeying God the Father nourished God the Son spiritually.
There’s a powerful lesson for us there.
© 10 Colin Melbourne
Q: Are interracial relationships a sin? Are we supposed to get married? Is divorce a sin? Jennifer
A: There are no inter-racial relationships; the term is an oxymoron because, according to God’s Word, there’s only one race: The human race.
© 21 Colin Melbourne
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
© 19 Colin Melbourne
Q: When do we stop preaching the Gospel to individuals who have shown time, and time again, that they won’t accept it?
Are they not accepting the message because I am a poor speaker, and am not gifted in evangelism?
I am a Christian who grew up in a family with no religion. My brother, mother and father are all non believers.
I tried to share the message at dinner this evening, and was disheartened when no one would take me seriously.
I’m feeling discouraged thinking that it’s me who gave the wrong message. I’m not sure when to try again, or if ever.
Please give me some advice. I’d really appreciate it. Allie
A: Well done Allie!
© 06 Colin Melbourne
One of the most frequent questions Christians ask is, ‘How can I know God’s will?’
Many are stuck in a rut of indecision concerning an important choice they have to make.
They pray, fast, and ask God to make His will clear, often seeking their friend’s and Pastor’s advice, but end up frustrated, locked into circular reasoning.
Typically they plead, ‘How can I be sure that it is God, and not just me?’
© 11 Colin Melbourne
What are you living for, what is the purpose of your life?
The happiest people on Earth are those who know why God created them, and are busy fulfilling His purpose for their lives.
© 19 Colin Melbourne
It is the word of God.
We all can see that the church cannot play with this scripture. If any turn away from these clear instructions they are in a place of tremendous danger.
© 20 Colin Melbourne
I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
Galatians 2:20 KJV
© 10 Colin Melbourne
Q: All my life I have been taught that Jesus is loving and compassionate, yet what does Matthew 10:34-36 KJV mean where He says:
Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
© 11 Colin Melbourne
Christ’s disciples asked why He taught in parables. Jesus said it was because believers have received a very special gift, one denied to unbelievers; Mtt. 13:11 KJV,
…it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven…
The 1984 NIV translates it as;
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For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are: That no flesh should glory in his presence.
1 Cor. 1:26-29 KJV
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Q: Whilst chatting with a Christian about getting married she mentioned, “Marriage should only be in the Lord.” Does it mean that God approves of marriages in a church, but not those in a registry office?
A: No, the phrase has nothing to do with the location of the marriage service.
© 10 Colin Melbourne
Q: Can I, as a lay member, speak in tongues while in church services, or should I remain silent in that area? Andrea
A: First, understand the difference between speaking in tongues, and simply using personal tongues in prayer and worship. They are not the same, and are used for completely different purposes.
© 15 Colin Melbourne
To day if ye will hear his voice, Harden not your heart, as in the provocation, and as in the day of temptation in the wilderness:
Psalm 95:7b-8 KJV
To day if ye will hear his voice, Harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, in the day of temptation in the wilderness: