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to prove that “Lucifer” is Satan in Isa. 14:12-14
& that the King of Tyre is really Satan in Ezekiel 28:11-19
This article could help end the
controversy between those who support and those who oppose the concept that
Satan was Lucifer in Isaiah 14, and the comparable controversy over the identity
of the King of Tyre in Ezekiel 28- is it Satan the Devil? Regardless of which
side you are on, you may discover some very interesting, little known, biblical
facts that could forever alter your view and understanding of these scriptures.
Are
we the churches of God or the churches of Tradition?
by Roj Beaumont
What
in the World are “All Things”?
by Richard Fix August 2005
In
Acts 3:21 we read about the restitution of “all things.” What are these
“all things”? Why do they need restoring? Is this a reference to the
universe- or some such thing? Or, is this “all things” some thing quite
specific and totally unambiguous? This article assembles puzzle pieces into a
picture of hope and renewal- just like God said!
Does
2 Peter 3:10 & 12 Speak of the Elimination of the Physical Universe?
by Richard Fix
Many
quote Peter in their claim that this entire planet earth will be utterly
consumed by and in fire, ultimately to be replaced with a “spirit” earth of
some sort. Others, slightly less ambitious, only claim the planet will be
engulfed in a final fiery judgment that will “purify” it. This article
addresses those misunderstood and misused word’s of Peter, and those of his source, to sort out just what
he really said. If you have ever wondered about what you were told and if it
will matter in the end, then you will want to read this article to
discover the end of the matter.
Sin and
Satan
by Nehemia Gordon
We are all familiar with the biblical account of Job
and how he came under attack by an angelic Satan. Do we realize that the angel
of the Lord that confronted Balaam was a satanic angel? Few realize that the
Satan that was an enemy of Joshua, in Zechariah 3, was actually sent by God to
be the enemy! And the “satan” in 1Chr 21:1
who was sent to incite David was actually an angel sent by God. Have we really
searched the scriptures of the Old Testament and examined just what they have to
offer us in understanding of whom or what “satan” is? This article examines
every usage of the term “satan” in the Hebrew writings of the Old Testament.
You may be surprised at what the bible has to say…and not say about this
“adversary”.
Genesis
1:26 and the Hebrew Noun 'Elohim'
by Richard Fix
Trinitarians
and others claim that the Hebrew noun ‘Elohim’, rendered ‘God’ (Strong’s
#430) in the first clause of Genesis 1:26, denotes more than one God Person (typically
thought of or explained as “3 in 1” or “2 in 1” as in “one” family).
In support they point to the second clause of verse 26, "Let us
make man in our image", being plural. Is their assertion valid, or
does it fail to hold up under examination? This brief, but detailed, article
offers a technical analysis of the language and grammar that will forever dispel
this assertion.
Fire in
the Sheep's Mouth
by Kevin Rynearson
The
greatest book ever written is the Holy Bible. And while it exists, it will
continue to be spiritual food for God’s true sheep, as well as a snare,
distasteful, avoided, vehemently debated, and hated by the world. And God
wants it this way.
The
Genesis Creation- What and When was the "beginning" of Genesis 1:1?
by Richard Fix
The “Gap” Theory versus a 6,000 Year Old Earth,
A Third Choice?
The Controversy Resolved!
Could both sides be right? And wrong? Could both sides have based their “conclusions”
on an assumed premise? It may be so. Yet, both sides “arguments” certainly appear to
be biblically sound. How can this be? And is it really possible that both sides have
“missed” the mark due to an unknown factor?
Teaching and
Preaching
by Roj Beaumont
Teaching and preaching are 2
different words. Matt:11v1 relates
that Jesus departed to preach and to teach. Since two different words were used to identify what Jesus did we might
reasonably conclude that he did two different things.
But in what ways are they different? What
did Christ, Paul or the apostles teach and what did they preach, and to whom?
Church
Services- What Is The Biblical Format?
by Roj Beaumont
Does the
typical ‘church service’ today reflect what was in existence in New Testament
times? Does it make a difference?
Since it says in ICor:11v1 ‘Follow me as I (Paul) follow Christ.’;
the place to start is the example that Christ set.
But obviously we can’t attend the Temple as there isn’t one today.
How about the synagogue? This seems a good place to start since: Lk:4v16
‘On the Sabbath day He went into the synagogue, as was his custom.’.
Has the function of the synagogue changed?
The assumption most people have is that this was the equivalent of a Jewish
church, with a ‘service’ each Sabbath. Further
study shows this not to be the case.
Are Sermons Biblical?
by Lon Martin, August 24, 2002
Quick!
What was last week’s sermon about? Chances are you don’t remember unless the speaker
had gone from ‘preachin’ to ‘meddlin’. Were you asleep? We could revive the old
‘cattle prod’ method of the Puritans, except that most people have learned to
‘sleep’ with their eyes open! The Biblical approach to Sabbath Assemblies would keep
you awake due to the dynamic participation! We have assumed that God wants a one-man-show
but the scriptures provide a much different scenario. The Sabbath was set aside for a
learning experience and “it
is
high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we
first believed” (Romans 13:11).
God
Demands Freedom of Speech!
Sequel
to: Are Sermons Biblical?
by Lon Martin, November 21, 2002.
The prophets of God were slain for boldly proclaiming the truth. Jesus was
crucified because he passionately spoke the words of His Father. Millions of martyrs
died rather than remain silent. Today, multitudes of people shackle themselves
into darkened galleys, each repeatedly whispering the mantra: “ALL SPEAK
the same thing”. Yet lacking courage, FEW EVER SPEAK! In our small
porthole in time, while freedom of speech truly prevails, why are professing
Christians afraid to speak out in their own congregations, among their own brethren,
about their own heartfelt personal convictions? When did apathy triumph over
passion?
Agape Love, Is It Just For
Christians?
by Richard Fix, June 2, 2002
The WCG descended groups still
teach a very exclusive version of the modern Protestant “agape love” doctrine.
It is said that this love is only available to those who are truly begotten
of the Father. (Essentially only COG members) All other humans are considered to be
totally incapable of possessing or expressing “agape” love. Yet “men loved
(agapeo) darkness rather than light”. And “the Pharisees… loved (agapeo)
the praise of men more than the praise of God.” This amazingly simple and brief
Bible study into “agape” love may very well leave you shaking your head and
asking yourself, “How could we have blindly accepted this Pharisee-like teaching
for all of these years?”
Constantine Wrote Matt. 28:19
Into Your Bible!
by Lon
Martin, Sept 15, 2001.
A
Roman Emperor insisted that Trinitarian doctrine be inserted into the Latin Vulgate Bible,
as it was being written. The booklet explains how the fraudulent text has crept into every
modern English version of the Bible, and has even eluded being discovered by the Church of
God!
Let's Stop The Rancor Over Rank
by Larry Walker-minister, United Church of
God.
Comments and constructive criticism are always welcome. Larry J. Walker, P.O.
Box 36, La Pine, OR 97736. lwalker@ucgbend.org
Understanding
the Sabbath Commandment by Frank W. Nelte, written May 2001
Remember The Sabbath Day, to
Keep it
Holy by Frank W. Nelte, written August 1996
The Name
"Lucifer"
by Frank W. Nelte
Has
Satan deceived you about Lucifer? Lucifer, the "light bringer", was framed!
Jerome amended the Latin Vulgate Bible to include a slight of hand trick that virtually no
one, modern translators included, has ever detected!
Understanding
the Fortress Mentality by Larry Walker, July 2000