2 of 2 ... Great Expectations ... 4/21/2013

My Sunday School Lesson for April 21, 2013. Unit II. Resurrection Hope. I Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:1-11 (Devotional Reading Psalm/Tehillim 38:9-15).

The apostle Paul writes to assure believers/Christians/Saints of God of the promise of Christ's second return provides us with hope and comfort.

Blue Letter Bible (http://www.blueletterbible.org/index.cfm)Search to learn more about "Dispensational Truth."

Theopedia (http://www.theopedia.com)Search to learn more about the "Theology of Dispensationalism."

Dispensation ... God's plan of Salvation.

Mankind(male/female/boy/girl/child) will experience some things in this life that they are not ready for no matter what plans they have in place.


I Thessalonians 4:13-18

Verses 13,14,15,16 ... Eschatology/Last Things - The Resurrection Of The Body - The Order of Resurrection - The Dead Will First Be Raised ... (This Scripture refers to believers/Christians/Saints of God)

Verses 17,18 ... Eschatology/Last Things - The Resurrection of The Body - The Order of Resurrection - Living Saints Will Then Be Caught Up

(Revelation 21-22; I Corinthians 15:51-53 - Reference Scriptures in the Sunday School Book)







I Thessalonians 5:1-5

Christians/Saints of God/Believers should be aware of Bible prophecy.

Verses 1,2,3,4 ... Eschatology/Last Things - Christ's Second Coming - When Christ Will Return - Suddenly

Verse 5 ... Man Redeemed - Blessedness Of The New Life - The Impartation of True Wisdom - Attainable

(Romans 13:1-13; Matthew 24:42; Luke 12:39; II Peter 3:10; Revelation 3:10; Revelation 3:3; Revelation 16:15)


I Thessalonians 5:6-11

Verse 6 ... Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces Of The New Life - Thoughtfulness & Vigilance

Verse 7 ... The Outward Man - The Sustenance Of The Body - Sleep - Examples

Verse 8 ... Man Redeemed - Duties & Graces Of The New Life - The Believers Weapons & Warfare

Verse 9 ... Jesus Christ - Offices Of Christ - Our Saviour ... Works Of God - The Purposes Of God - Human Merit Excluded

Verse 9 ... Promise ... Pardon for Sins & Iniquities

Verse 10 ... Jesus Christ - Offices Of Christ - Our Life ... Eschatology/Last Things - The Intermediate State - Retribution Begins - For The Good

Verse 11 ... Man Redeemed - Duties & Graces Of The New Life - Mutual Edifying


Psalm/Tehillim 38:9-15

Verse 9 ... God - Attributes of God As Person - Knowledge of Thoughts (God knows every thought in the heart & unspoken word of an individual)

Verse 10 ... The Outward Man - The Nature Of The Body - The Eyes

Verse 11 ... Trials & Persecutions - Persecution Foretold & Endured - Persecution Complained Of

Verse 12 ... Trials & Persecutions - Kinds & Methods Of Persecution - Conspiracy

Verse 13,14 ... Trials & Persecutions - Conduct Under Persecution - Non Resistance

Verse 15 ... Duties To God - Prayer - Conditions Of Acceptable Prayer - In Faith


Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Precious Promise Bible & KJV Topical Reference Bible

4-17-2013 ... Truth, Integrity, & Honesty

April/May/June 2013 Devotional & Educational Quarterly Emphasis is covering "Building Character ... Truth, Honesty, & Integrity."


Devotional Scriptures ... Exodus 1:11-21; Ezekiel 16:4

Topic Scriptures ... John 8:44; Isaiah 14:12-20; Ezekiel 28:1-19

Key Verse ... Exodus 1:21 ... The Family - Parents & Children - Midwives


Because of the numerous Scriptures mentioned in this lesson I will not be expounding on them - but I am sharing all the Scriptures in the Devotional Message and Topic Discussion for those that might want to study them further during your quiet time.

Exodus 1:11-21 ... The godliness of the midwives, in saving the male children alive.

Ezekiel 16:4 ... The Family - Parents & Children - Treatment of Newborn Child





John 8:44 ... Evil Angels - Satan - Deceiver & Liar

Isaiah 14:12-20 ... Chapters 13-23 prophetic utterances relating chiefly to foreign nations ... Chapters 12-14:23 against Babylon.

Ezekiel 28:1-19 ... God's judgment upon the prince of Tyrus for his sacrilegious pride ... A lamentation of his great glory corrupted by sin.


Devotional Scriptures ...

These Scriptures deal with Lying - Truth - Fearing God - Obeying God - Blessings/Blessed

Proverbs 6:16-19; Proverbs 12:22; I John 2:21-27; Exodus 20:16; Leviticus 19:11; Exodus 1:1-21; Ezekiel 16:14; Exodus 1:19; Joshua 2; Joshua 6; Joshua 2:1-22; Joshua 6:17-25; Hebrews 11:31


Topic Scriptures ...

These Scriptures deal with Satan - Deceiver - Liar - God command to Adam in the Garden - Serpent - God's Truth/God is Truth - Speak in Love

Satan is the creator/father of lies and God is the creator of Truth.

II Corinthians 11:1-3; I Peter 5:8-9; I John 3:10-12; Genesis 4; Matthew 26:69-75; Acts 5:1-11; John 8:44; Isaiah 14:12-20; Ezekiel 28:1-19; Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 3; Genesis 2:16-17; Genesis 3:1-7; Romans 1:25; Deuteronomy 4:2; Proverbs 30:6; Revelation 22:18-19; Numbers 23:19; Titus 1:2; Psalm/Tehillim 58:3; Isaiah 28:15; Isaiah 59:3-4; Revelation 21:27; Revelation 22:15; Revelation 21:8; Psalm/Tehillim 24:3-5; Proverbs 19:1; Ephesians 4:15


Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Precious Promise Bible & KJV Topical Reference Bible

1 of 2 .... Great Expectations .... 4/21/2013

My Sunday School Lesson Bible Reading for the week of April 21, 2013 is coming from the Books of Isaiah, Psalm/Tehillim, Romans Hebrews, and I Thessalonians.




I know that I am in my sharing this week 1 of 2 Lesson Scriptures for those who like to read ahead - but since the tragedy happened this week in the U.S. it threw me off..... I am praying and will continue to pray.


Monday - April 15, 2013 - The Hopeless Human Situation - Isaiah 59:9-15a

The Return of The Exiles ( Isaiah 40:1-66:24) .... Judah after the return (Isaiah 56:1-66:24) .... A confession of sin (Isaiah 59:1-21).


Tuesday - April 16, 2013 - The Source of Hope - Isaiah 59:15b-21


Wednesday - April 17, 2013 - Waiting in Hope - Psalm/Tehillim 38:9-15

The Prayer Of A Suffering Sinner (Psalm/Tehillim 38)







Thursday - April 18, 2013 - Hoping Against Hope - Romans 4:16-25

The Gospel For The World: 'The Righteous - By-Faith Shall Live (Romans 1:18b - 8:39) ... Faith-righteousness (Romans 3:21-4:25)


Friday - April 19, 2013 - Seizing the Hope Set before Us - Hebrews 6:13-20

Warning Against the Fateful Consequences Of Immaturity (Hebrews 5:11-6:20a) .... Encouragement & Consolation (Hebrews 6:9-20)


Saturday - April 20, 2013 - The God of Hope - Romans 15:7-13

The Gospel in Action (Romans 12:1-15:13) .... Corporate harmony & personal convictions (Romans 14:1-15:13)


Sunday - April 21, 2013 - Encourage One Another with Hope - I Thessalonians 4:13-5:11

The Parousia (Second coming of Christ - Parousia)


Isaiah Chapters 49-57, the prophecy of the servant of Jehovah, his sufferings and glory.

Isaiah received the prophetic call in the last year of King Uzziah's reign (Isaiah 6:1), and prophesied during the reigns of three kings, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah (Isaiah 1:1).


Psalm/Tehillim 38 .... Classified on account of sin written by King David.


Romans 4:16-25 .... Romans 15:7-13 .... Doctrinal - righteousness by faith.

The letter to the Romans is a theological treatise rather than a letter.

The apostle Paul is he writer of Romans. It is written in Greek, because it was most familiar to his readers and the apostle Paul could also write in Greek.


I Thessalonians 4:13-5:11 .... I & II Thessalonians is probably the earliest Christian document that has come down to us. The apostle Paul wrote the First Epistle from Corinth, in the names of himself, Silas, and Timothy, late in 52 or early in 53.

I Thessalonians 4:1-5:22 .... advice and comfort, because of the triumph in the resurrection.





Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Precious Promise Bible, Zondervan Commentary & Reader's Digest Oxford Complete Wordfinder

Prayer for Boston/A City ... Evil Angels

I am praying for those who were afflicted as well as there family and communities.

Petition/Prayer for a city .... Jonah 3

Moses' prayer that God would protect them ... Numbers 10:35.36

Prayer defeats the evil one/Satan .... Luke 22:32; I Peter 4:7


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The Scriptures below were included in this link for the week of 4/10/2013 .... http://angelawatkins57.blogspot.com/2013/04/4-10-2013-truth-honesty-integrity.html ....

John 8:44 .... Evil Angels; Satan; Deceiver & Liar

Luke 10:18 .... Evil Angels; Satan; Overpowered






I Peter 5:8 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Tempts Men to Sin ... External Nature; Mammals; The Lion, Strong & Terrible

I John 3:8 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Prince of Demons

I Chronicles 21:1 ... Evil Angels; Satan, Tempts Men to Sin

I Corinthians 11:14-15 .... Evil Angels; Satan, Deceiver & Liar

Revelation 20:10 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Overpowered, Satan's final destiny

2 of 2 ... Power to Change ... 4/14/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 4/14/2013. Unit II. Resurrection. Acts 2:1-13 (Devotional Reading John 15:1-7).


Sacred Seasons. Pentecost. Miracles


Scriptures in various languages:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bible_translations_by_language

http://www.biblegateway.com/resources/dictionary-of-bible-themes/5374-languages


There are world events shaping the course of mankind's history today. The Day of Pentecost changed the world of Christ's disciples unlike any other event in their lives.

Often people will make fun of others whose behavior is different from what they consider normal.



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Acts 2:1-4

Verse 1 ... Sacred Seasons; Pentecost, The Apostolic Pentecost

Pentecost is the birthday of the Church.


Verse 2 ... Miracles; Miraculous Deliverances & Phenomena; Sounds

There was a "sound" that was "like the rush of a mighty wind" but it does not say there was any wind.

In different languages listen to voices expressing the same words of praise to God.

Breath or Wind is a symbol of the Spirit of God (Ezekiel 37:9, 14; John 3:8)

Festivals of Israel ... there were seven in all.,

Pentecost/Festival of Weeks was the second festival. It was celebrated fifty days after the Passover. It lasted one day (Deuteronomy 16:9-12).

(Acts 1:4; Acts 1:5; Acts 11:15; Deuteronomy 16:16; Joel 2:28-32 - Reference Scriptures in the Sunday School Book)








Acts 2:5-11

Verse 5 ... The Hebrews; Judaism & Christianity; The Field a Hopeful one

Verses 6, 7 ... Miracles; Effects Of Miracles; Amazement

Verse 8,9,10,11 ... The Hebrews; Judaism & Christianity; The Pentecostal Beginning 30 A.D., Realized

Those who were present on the Day of Pentecost in Jerusalem... God-fearing Jews from a number of nations and fifteen different groups that heard about God's power and deeds (verses 9-11).

The Holy Spirit is active today at work in the lives of believers/Christians/Saints of God - to lead, guide/direct and or arrange change in the life of the believer when necessary.


Acts 2:12-13

Verse 12 ... Miracles; Effects of Miracles; Amazement

Verse 13 ... Miracles; Effects Of Miracles; Unbelief and Doubt

Some were amazed and some were in doubt. The outpouring of power on the apostles on Pentecost was the fulfillment of Jesus'/Yeshua' promise. The Church entered upon the last days as a result of the coming of the Pentecost (Acts 2:17).

(Joel 2:28-32; Acts 2:14-21; Acts 1:8; Acts 2:17)


Mankind (male/female) in some point of their lives will face experiences that produce dramatic changes in their lives. Life transforming power is provided by the Holy Spirit.

To the fearful, change is threatening because they worry things will become worse. To the hopeful, change is encouraging because mankind (male/female) feel things may become better.

Buck Rogers quoted, in Getting the Best Out of Yourself & Others, "We live in a time of paradox, contradiction, opportunity, and above all, change (Speaker's Sourcebook).

Personal Assignment: Are you a doer/motivator, or are you fearful of change?


Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible

4-10-2013 ... Truth, Honesty, & Integrity

April/May/June 2013 Devotional & Education Quarterly Emphasis is covering "Building Character ... Truth, Honesty, & Integrity."


Devotional Scriptures... Proverbs/Mishle 6:16-19; John 8:31,32

Topic Scriptures ... Luke 10:18; I Peter 5:8; II Peter 2:4


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Key Verse ... John 8:44 ... Evil Angels, Satan, Deceiver & Liar


Call to Worship ... Psalm/Tehillim 1:1,2

Verse 1 ... Fallen Man; Sins Against Our Neighbor; Causing Others to Sin, By Enticement.... The Upright are Blessed & Prospered

Verse 2 ... Scripture; Duty To Know & Obey Scripture; Meditation on the Law; .... The Upright are Blessed & Prospered






Proverbs/Mishle 6:16-19

Verses 16,17,18 ... Fallen Man; Punishment of Sin; The Wrath of God

Verse 19 ... Fallen Man; Sins Against Our Neighbor; Falsehood, In General


John 8:31.32

Verse 31 ... Man Redeemed; Blessedness Of The New Life; Perseverance Unto the End

Verse 32 ... Man Redeemed; Blessedness of The New Life; Christian Liberty

Luke 10:18 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Overpowered


I Peter 5:8... Evil Angels; Satan; Tempts Men to Sin; ... External Nature; Mammals; The Lion, Strong & Terrible

II Peter 2:4 ... Evil Angels; Their Fall & Imprisonment


Topic Discussion Scriptures... Isaiah 14:12-17; Revelation 12:7-9; John 8:44; I John 3:8; Job Chapters 1 & 2; Romans 123:3; Proverbs/Mishle 16:18; II Corinthians 11:14-15; Hebrews 10:24,25; Revelation 20; Revelation 20:10; John 3:16; I Peter 5:8; II Peter 2:4

Isaiah 14:12-17 ... Isaiah Chapters 13-23, prophetic utterances related chiefly to foreign nations (Chapters 12-14:23, against Babylon).

Revelation 14:12-17 ... (consists of seven visions)... 4. The vision of the woman and her enemies.

I John 3:8 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Prince of Demons ..... Fallen Man; Nature & Genesis Of Sin; Sin Defined & Described

Job Chapters 1 & 2 ... The piety & prosperity of Job. The overthrow of Job's prosperity was permitted in order to test his character, and Job's continued trust in God in spite of overwhelming sorrows is narrated. (The Book of Job seems to be written to point out such suffering is often permitted as a test of faith and a means of grace... The Book of Job is an inspired poem, based on actual occurrences.

I Chronicles 21:1 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Tempts Men to Sin... The Hebrews; The United Kingdom; David's Reign over All, His Second Offence

Romans 12:3 ... Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces Of The New Life; Humility; Required

Proverbs/Mishle 16:18 ... Fallen Man; Sins Of The Spirit, & Against Ourselves; Pride, Its Hatefulness

II Corinthians 11:14,15 ... Evil Angels; Satan; Deceiver & Liar


Hebrews 10:24,25

Verse 24 ... Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces Of The New Life; Mutual Edifying

Verse 25 ... Sacred Seasons; Sabbatical Seasons; The Lord's Day, Diligence Enjoined


Revelation 20 ... (The seventh vision) .. The vision of final triumph

Revelation 20:10 ... Eschatology/Last Things; The Millennium; Apostasy & Final Struggle... Evil Angels; Satan; Overpowered, Satan's final destiny

Millennium ... a period of 1,000 years, that of Christ's prophesied reign in person on earth(Revelation 20:1-5).

Apostasy ... renunication of the Christian faith.


John 3:16 ... Everlasting Life & Heaven Promised .... Man Redeemed; Faith; Immunities & Rewards of Faith; Life Everlasting.... Man Redeemed; The New Covenant; All May Be Saved


Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible, KJV Precious Promise Bible & Reader's Digest Oxford Complete Wordfinder

Turkey Burgers - Mini Mac & Cheese Recipes from Bread & Wine - Book Review

I am sharing two recipes from Bread & Wine a love letter to life around the table with recipes by Shauna Niequist. The book also list a few dessert recipes as well.

Turkey and Macaroni & Cheese are one of my favorites.


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Turkey Burgers Adapted from O, The Oprah Magazine

Ingredients:

1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced

1/2 cup celery, finely chopped

3 Granny Smith Apples, peeled and diced

Olive Oil

4 pounds ground turkey breast

1 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon black pepper

2 teaspoon Tabasco

Juice of 1 lemon

1/2 bunch parsley, finely chopped

1/4 cup mango chutney


Special sauce:

1/2 cup mango chutney

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup ketchup

2 dashes Tabasco, or to taste


Instructions:

Saute' the scallions, celery, and apples in olive oil until tender.

Let cool.

While the mixture is cooling, make the special sauce. Mix chutney, mayonnaise, ketchup, and Tabasco. Adjust for heat and then refrigerate until serving time.

Place the ground turkey in a large mixture bowl. Add saute'ed items and the remaining ingredients.

Shape into 12 burgers.

Refrigerate for 2 hours.

Place on a preheated, lightly oil grill set to medium-high heat. Grill each side for 7 minutes until meat is thoroughly cook. Let sit for 5 minutes.

Makes: 12 burgers

When Oprah visited Donald Trump at his famous Palm Beach house, Mar-a-Lago, his Chef served these amazing turkey burgers. She asked for the recipe because they were the best turkey burgers she'd ever had.

The burgers take a while to assemble, so don't try to prepare them before your friends come over for a barbecue. Make them the night before, and while you're at it, make a double batch and freeze half of them.

Most grocery stores carry mango chutney in the international ethnic aisle. The secret ingredient in these burgers is mango chutney. When you find it, stock up-get on jar for this recipe, another for chicken salad, and one for serving with cheese and crackers.


Mini-Mac & Cheese from Food & Wine & another Food & Wine macaroni cheese


Ingredients:

1/2 pound elbow macaroni (or 4 cups cooked)

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

2 tablespoons butter, plus more for pan

1 tablespoon Dijon

2 dashes Tabasco

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 egg yolk

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Smoked paprika


Instructions:

In a pot of boiling water, cook the macaroni, for about 5 minutes, to just al dente, which is just a touch firmer than how you would like to eat it. Drain.

Brush mini muffin pan with melted butter, then sprinkle half the grated Parmesan into the muffin cups.

On medium-low heat, warm butter and cheddar cheese, and whisk till smooth.

Off heat, add Dijon, Tabasco, egg yolk, and whisk again.

Add macaroni and mix well coated with cheese.

Spoon into muffin cups, making them slightly rounded and packing them lightly. Top with grated Parmesan.

Bake at 425 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes, until golden on top.

Let cool at least 10 minutes before serving, because they will set as they cool. Sprinkle with smoked paprika.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Be generous when you dust the Parmesan, both in the empty cups and on top, because that's what holds them together - that and the egg yolk.

These can be made gluten-free by using brown rice or corn pasta. Watch the cook time on the pasta, as gluten-free pasta seems to be a little more unpredictable than conventional pastas.