Draw Me Close: Podcast - A Ministry of Whitestone Christian Fellowship, with Pastor Bob Lawrenz
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Draw Me Close is the Bible Teaching Ministry of Whitestone Christian Fellowship, taught by Pastor Bob Lawrenz.
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Continuing on in our Prophecy Update series, Zechariah 9:8–10:4 prophesies God’s protection of Jerusalem amidst regional judgment, culminating in the arrival of a humble, just Messianic King who brings global peace (9:9, 10). While Zechariah 9:9 belongs to the first coming of Jesus, Zechariah 9:10 is associated with the second coming of Jesus, when He comes in power and glory to reign over this earth for 1,000 years.
In 2 Peter 3:3-4, we read of scoffers that mock the Lord’s promise to come again after His ascension to Heaven. They shall appear in the last days, full of themselves and their wisdom. “Where is the promise of His coming?”The scoffers grew impatient, noting that everything continues as in the days of their forefathers, and as it has been since the days of Creation.Since the Apostles heard of the second coming of Christ,
This week we are continuing a Prophecy Update as we finish Zechariah chapter 8 and begin chapter 9. The view that the Jewish people are a curse on the world will be completely changed into being the blessing they were always meant to be.The Lord has given us a sneak preview of things to come. Our future hope. Israel's salvation. The promises of God will be fulfilled. Instead of mourning there will be celebration. Israel will be the beacon of truth and righteousness to the nations during the millennial kingdom, and her enemies will be no more. God is not on a couch; he's on a throne. He is not idle; he is active. He is not indifferent; he cares. Where, at times, it may seem like there are no repercussions for sin, today's passage reminds us that God sees all things and will deal justly with sin. . .Credits:Draw Me CloseArtist - Sam LevineComposer/Lyricist - Kelly CarpenterUniversal Music Group - ℗ 2009 Spring Hill Music Group
Jesus said in the New Testament, Mark 2:27 (Exodus 23:12 & Deuteronomy 5:14) that the sabbath was created for man, not man for the sabbath. In Exodus 31:16, God directed the Jews to keep the sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant. God taught His children through His own example, 6 days to work, then one day of rest, just as He did during the days of creation. . .
This week, we are meeting on Sunday, February 22nd, the birthday of George Washington, called “Father-of-Our-Country.” He was our first President, but he did not bring about our birth alone. It is an honorary title only, because there were many that went before him to begin the fight for freedom. He was not even present in Philadelphia when the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776. He was instead leading the Continental Army in New York, as they prepared to do battle with British forces. But on July 9th of that year, he assembled the Army together to read the Declaration of Independence to them, as it had been signed.It is a reminder that . . .
This week we are continuing a Prophecy Update as we take a look at Zechariah chapter 8. The view that the Jewish people are a curse on the world will be completely changed into being the blessing they were always meant to be.
The media has changed since the World Wars of the 20th Century. Once they used to show us films of human atrocities to say, “never again.” The media now shows us what they want us to see, an agenda noting their favorites, and denigrating whom they view as their enemy. They do not want us to see atrocities again. It’s the NEWS that they’d like to see occur, and it is bent around a few wealthy minds that pay them well, and who share the agenda of their own Uber-Wealthy Master(s) that hide in supposed anonymity. . .
Ezekiel 39:14-29 describes the aftermath of a massive, failed invasion of Israel in the "latter days". The passage focuses on the cleansing of the land, the disposal of the invaders' bodies, and the subsequent spiritual restoration of Israel, marking a, defining moment where God manifests His glory and holiness to all nations.
Ezekiel 39’s first half of the chapter left us a with clear understanding of the strong devastation coming as God’s Judgment falls upon the armies of Gog and her allies as they invade the Holy Land. These armies, mentioned in the previous chapter, represent much of the political power in a Christ-rejecting world. The whole world will feel the impact, but geographically, the battle takes place in tiny Israel. . .
At the start of this new year, Pastor Bob is taking us through the scriptures revealing Biblical Prophecy regarding current and future events in the world, and the role of Israel in the last days. This week we are beginning chapter 39 of Ezekiel's prophecy. Join us as Pastor Bob breaks down Ezekiel's prophecy regarding the war of Gog and Magog. Ezekiel 39:1-13 is a prophecy of a future, large-scale invasion of Israel by a coalition of nations (led by "Gog" from "Magog," often identified as modern Russia and its allies, including Iran and Turkey), which will be supernaturally defeated by God. This event, distinct from the final battle of Armageddon, serves to bring Israel to a full knowledge of God and demonstrate His sovereignty to all nations.
The 3rd week of our Prophecy Update Series opens with Ezekiel 39. It opens with an almost identical verse as the previous chapter. The only difference is that in Chapter 38, it is Jehovah directing the Son of Man (Christ) what to speak to Gog, and Magog, that nation north of the Caucasus Mountains between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea.In Ezekiel 39:1, it is the Son of Man speaking those words, “I am against thee…” just as the Father had said. . .
Join us for this Bible Prophecy Update as we continue in Ezekiel 38. Pastor Bob breaks down Ezekiel's prophecy regarding the war of Gog and Magog. Last week we looked at prophetic rebirth of Israel as a nation, Jews coming to faith in Jesus the Messiah, and growing antisemitism around the world, who the players are in the coming invasion of Israel, and the reason for it. This week we will be looking at God's response. Ezekiel 38:17-23 describes God's dramatic judgment against Gog and his vast invading army, revealing His power to the nations; God calls a sword against Gog, causing his forces to turn on each other, while a massive earthquake shakes the land, affecting sea, air, and earth, and mountains fall as pestilence, blood, hailstones, fire, and brimstone rain down, culminating in the world recognizing Yahweh as the sovereign Lord.
Now that we have undertaken a Prophecy Update Series, things are heating up around the world. Venezuela, Switzerland, and Iran are in the news this week. Scour the news sites to stay abreast of current events, and more so, current events that will impact our faith and understanding of Bible Prophesy. Our faith might be challenged at times. . .
At the start of this new year, Pastor Bob will take us through the scriptures revealing Biblical Prophecy regarding current and future events in the world, and the role of Israel in the last days. Join us for this Bible Prophecy Update and study in Ezekiel 38. Pastor Bob will break down Ezekiel's prophecy regarding the war of Gog and Magog, the prophetic rebirth of Israel, Jews coming to faith in Jesus the Messiah, and growing antisemitism around the world.How should believers view current world events? Always, through the lens of Scripture.
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Many are wondering what lays ahead for us in the year ahead, and the future, in general. Matthew 24 and Luke 21 speak of the end times and describes the social, political, climatic, and even financial troubles that will plague all the Earth at that time. Matthew also says this: “And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet” (Matthew chapter 24, verse 6). . .
This morning, we are continuing on in Luke chapter 2, the message of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In Luke 2, the primary hearers of God's message are the shepherds, who receive angelic news of Jesus' birth and then share it, causing others (Mary, Joseph, and the general populace) to marvel. . .
Mid-week after Christmas, today’s passage focuses on a few of those that have heard the voice of God, and other “Announcers,” like Gabriel, an Angel whose ear was held by Almighty God. We know about God directing him to Daniel in Babylon. Gabriel carried messages of the highest importance. . .
The most widely shared commemoration across the world, involving more people and more nations than any other holiday celebration is Christmas. It transcends national history, and it goes everywhere where Christianity has ever been. Though it is the most widely celebrated around the world, in many ways it is the least understood. All the holidays and all the celebrations and all the commemorations of people and events across the globe take note of human events, human beings. Christmas commemorates a divine person and a divine event. . .
Like the Prophets of old, God uses individuals for His specific purposes. The Apostle Peter was no different. He was like the unofficial head of the Apostles, probably based on his age. (See John 20: 3, 4, "Another younger Apostle out-ran Peter on Resurrection Sunday, as they ran to the empty tomb.") Both were filled with the Spirit, both wrote short Epistles, but Peter wrote this about Scripture in 2 Peter 1:21: “For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but Holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.”
As our study in Hebrews concludes in chapter 13:15-25, the author summarizes the Christian life as one of sacrificial praise, continuous obedience and submission to Christ and His leaders, and living with an eternal perspective, always looking toward the "city to come" rather than earthly comforts, concluding with a powerful prayer for God's people to be equipped for His will and a final blessing. Believers offer "sacrifices of praise" (lips confessing God's name) and do good works (like helping the needy) as true worship, while following their spiritual leaders who watch over their souls. The passage emphasizes leaving the "city gate" (symbolizing worldly comfort/Judaism) to follow Christ's reproach and encourages prayer, unity, and joyful perseverance until Christ returns.
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