Patrick Ryan Lewis

Jesus’ ministry strategy involved sending disciples on field assignments, reviewing their experiences, and using these experiences to teach practical lessons. This approach is evident in the disciples’ reports after evangelistic tours, where Jesus celebrated their successes and cautioned against pride. Jesus also used incidents like the disciples’ failed healing attempt and the feeding of the multitudes to teach about faith, prayer, and spiritual discernment.Jesus constantly supervised his disciples, correcting their attitudes and actions towards others in the work. He emphasized the importance of not discouraging sincere efforts and highlighted the need for patience and determination in training evangelists. The goal is world conquest, not just localized success, and continuous supervision is crucial for the growth and maturity of disciples.

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After the Flood, humanity turned away from God, worshipping idols. God chose Abram and his family to preserve His revelation, calling them to separate from the corrupt world. This call, often only partially obeyed, echoes in the Church today, calling believers to come out from the world and be separate, keeping God’s oracles.The text discusses the consequences of partial obedience to God’s call, using the example of Abram’s delay in traveling to Canaan. It emphasizes the importance of exact obedience, highlighting that partial obedience is considered disobedience and increases responsibility. The text also warns against the dangers of compromising with friends and family, as it can lead to a loss of communion with God and hinder spiritual growth.The text emphasizes the importance of living a separated life, distinct from the world’s sins and false religions. It highlights the challenges and trials that come with this calling, but also the blessings and honor of being a friend of God and a blessing to others. Ultimately, the text encourages believers to answer God’s call, to be devoted to Him and His cause, and to seek His light, truth, and salvation.Following God’s will brings justification and protection, similar to Abram’s journey to Canaan. By separating from the world and embracing God’s grace, believers find fellowship with Him and are shielded from evil. This separation prepares them for eternal life, enabling them to live and die in accordance with God’s will.

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The people of the earth, united by language, built a city and tower in Shinar. God, seeing their unity, confused their language, scattering them across the earth. Terah, father of Abram, Nahor, and Haran, left Ur of the Chaldeans with his family, settling in Haran where Terah died.#BookofGenesis

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Jesus gradually prepared his disciples for their mission to spread the Gospel, emphasizing the importance of a vital experience with God before action. He instructed them to prioritize preaching to the lost sheep of Israel, relying on God’s provision and finding supportive individuals in each town. Despite the dangers and opposition they would face, Jesus reassured them of God’s presence and promised eternal reward for their faithfulness.Jesus sent his disciples out in pairs to preach the Gospel and heal, emphasizing the revolutionary nature of their mission. This strategy of evangelism, involving the disciples as representatives of Christ, was reiterated and expanded upon throughout Jesus’ ministry, culminating in the Great Commission. Christian disciples today are called to continue this work of world evangelism, not as an optional accessory, but as the heartbeat of their faith and the purpose of the church.

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Noah’s ark and baptism are figures of salvation, illustrating death, burial, and resurrection. The Christian experience mirrors Noah’s, with a time of entering into Christ, a season of discovering depravity, and a period of sanctification. Ultimately, the believer finds rest, assurance, and a new world of righteousness, akin to Noah’s arrival on Ararat.

The text emphasizes the universality of human depravity, highlighting that every imagination and thought of man is evil from a young age. It draws from biblical passages, including Romans 3 and Psalm 51, to illustrate this point, noting that even the most righteous individuals, like David and Paul, grappled with their sinful nature. The text also references observations of primitive societies, suggesting that sin is a universal human condition, not limited to civilization.

The text argues that human nature is inherently sinful, evident in the behavior of all people, including children. It contends that while this depravity does not excuse sin, it provides a “loophole” for God’s mercy through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The author suggests that humanity’s fall in Adam, rather than individual sins, allows for salvation through a representative Savior.

The text explores the doctrine of the depravity of man, emphasizing the need for a new nature and regeneration through the Holy Spirit. It highlights the impossibility of entering Heaven without a transformed heart and the necessity of relying solely on Christ for salvation. The text concludes by emphasizing the importance of faith in Christ as the mark of a new heart and the work of the Holy Spirit.

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Jesus taught his disciples the importance of prayer and the Scriptures in maintaining a spiritual life. He demonstrated prayer’s significance through his own actions and later taught his disciples the Lord’s Prayer. Jesus also emphasized the authority of the Scriptures, using them to support his teachings and encourage his disciples to do the same.Jesus taught his disciples how to win souls through his actions and teachings.

He demonstrated his methods in everyday situations, allowing his disciples to observe and learn from his interactions with people. This practical approach, coupled with his willingness to explain his teachings, ensured that his disciples understood and could apply his principles effectively.

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The story of Noah’s Ark symbolizes salvation through Jesus Christ, particularly the washing of regeneration. Baptism, like the ark, represents burial in the old world and resurrection into a new life. The covenant with Noah, marked by the rainbow, foreshadows the Everlasting Covenant with Christ, signifying God’s enduring mercy and grace towards His people.The Everlasting Covenant, or Covenant of Grace, is based on God’s promises and will, not human works. It has been faithfully kept throughout history, ensuring the world’s preservation and the salvation of God’s elect. This covenant, symbolized by the rainbow and Jesus Christ, is eternal and unchanging, providing assurance to those who have faith in it.The rainbow, a symbol of God’s covenant, is seen during times of need, such as when a sinner’s conscience is burdened or a believer faces trials. Just as a rainbow requires rain and sunlight, seeing Jesus as the covenant rainbow necessitates personal struggles and God’s presence. Jesus, like the rainbow, embodies supreme glory and beauty, serving as God’s divine messenger and the ultimate fulfillment of all desires.The rainbow, like Christ, symbolizes God’s covenant and vengeance satisfied. Christ, the “Bow of God,” embodies God’s justice and mercy, and His wounds signify God’s demand for man is met. The rainbow’s colors represent God’s attributes, harmoniously blended in Christ, and believers should view Him with childlike wonder, praise, and humility.#CharlesSpurgeon#PastorSpurgeon#SpurgeonsSermons#Genesis9#TheRainbow

God blessed Noah and his sons, instructing them to populate the earth and establishing a covenant never to destroy it again with a flood. God placed a rainbow in the sky as a sign of this covenant. Noah, after the flood, became drunk and was seen naked by his son Ham, leading Noah to curse Ham’s son Canaan.#BookofGenesis#GenesisChapter9#Noahandtheark#Rainbowcovenant#NASB95#BibleReading#DailyBible

Jesus expected his disciples to obey him, not necessarily be smart. Following Jesus meant surrendering one’s life to him in absolute submission, forsaking sin, and conforming to the Kingdom of God. While many initially followed Jesus, only a handful, like Peter, remained committed to him and his teachings, even when they didn’t fully comprehend the message of the cross.Jesus patiently endured the failings of his disciples, knowing they would grow in grace and knowledge through obedience. Obedience to Christ, as demonstrated by his own life, is essential for spiritual growth and understanding. The contemporary church’s ineffectiveness stems from a lack of obedience, necessitating a return to true Christian discipleship and leadership.#MasterPlanOfEvangelism#RobertEColeman#TheGreatCommission#WalkWithJesus#Evangelism#Discipleship