http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/-t1.htm Thu, 23 Jul 2009 21:08:51 GMT 10 http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll148/Godsgood1/scripture-1.jpg http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/-t1.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-seven-bowls-of-the-wrath-of-god-t228.htm pjpearl50 Revelation 16 It will be better to read through the whole chapter before we study it in detail. 1. And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying to the seven angels; "Go, and pour out the seven bowls of the wrath of God on the earth." 2. So the first went and poured out his bowl upon the earth, and a foul and loathsome sore came upon the men who had the mark of the beast and those who worshiped his image. 3. The the second angel poured out his bowl on the ... "BIBLE STUDY" Thu, 23 Jul 2009 21:08:51 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-seven-bowls-of-the-wrath-of-god-t228.htm#243 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-seven-bowls-of-the-wrath-of-god-t228.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t227.htm pjpearl50 The advancing army of the kings of the East is 200 million strong, marching right through the supernaturally dried bed of the Euphrates River to the very center of the Anti-Christ's empire (Rev. 9:13-16, Rev. 16:12). But the Anti-Christ will rely on his "trio" to fight back (Satan, the False Prophet, and the image who destroys those refusing to worship and obey the Anti-Christ). But just as the armies of the world are about to converge upon Armageddon on a massive collision course ... "BIBLE STUDY" Sun, 12 Jul 2009 15:06:32 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t227.htm#242 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t227.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t226.htm pjpearl50 ALL OUT WAR (AGAIN) D. The Trap Falls: At the midpoint of the Tribulation, the Anti-Christ makes his play to control the earth. S;imultaneously, Satan makes his play to control heaven. But while the Anti-Christ appears to be successful at first, Satan's all-out war against the archangel Michael for control of heaven results not only in a stunning defeat, but in banishment from heaven as well (Rev. 12:1-9). Not powerful enough to prevail in heaven, Satan then lashes out on the earth ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:11:25 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t226.htm#241 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t226.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t225.htm pjpearl50 While the Anti-Christ is in the depths of the Abyss, Satan gives him an offer he cant's refuse. If he will bow kown and worship Satan (instead of himself), the Anti-Christ will be healed of his wounds and rule the earth once again with power. Only this time, Satan himself will reanimate the Anti-Christ, infusing him to the very core of his being with wickedness, rage, and ruthlessness (Rev. 13:1-4). The Anti-Christ galdly accepts and now comes back to life for all the world to witness. ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:55:58 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t225.htm#240 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t225.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t224.htm pjpearl50 According to the Anti-Christ's orders, Bible-believing Christians are now labeled dangerous, "intolerant," and enemies of the state. The Anti-Christ's one-world government will persecute all those who believe in God. But what the Anti-Christ does not realize is that God has sovereignly moved to give him the ability to overthrow the Babylonian system (the great whore) (Rev. 17 & 18)--and that soon it will be the Anti-Christ's turn to experience a judgment that is swift, total, ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:32:10 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t224.htm#239 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t224.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t222.htm pjpearl50 But, to Israel's horror, the Anti-Christ does not uphold to his treaty, nor does he come to their aid of protection. The Anti-Christ will sit out the Islamic-Russian war over Israel. He not only breaks the peace treaty with Israel, but now forbids the offering of sacrifices by the Jews in the Temple, and takes the land and Temple for himself. His plan is to deceive the world with his power by introducing idolatrous worship inside the holy temple and set himself up as God. (Dan. 9:29, Ezk. ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:01:06 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t222.htm#237 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-cont-t222.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-t221.htm pjpearl50 The Anti-Christ's Order of Events 7 Year Reign When will the Anti-Christ come? Scripture tells us that the Anti-Christ will cone on scene after the gospel has been preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations (Matt. 24:14)...and then the end will come. "The end" refers to when the Holy Spirit is "taken out of the way, " allowing the lawlwss one to take over. (2 Thes. 2:7- The Holy Spirit, present in the lives of Christians, is suddenly ... "BIBLE STUDY" Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:42:48 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-t221.htm#236 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-tribulation-t221.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-anti-christ-t220.htm pjpearl50 Who is the Anti-Christ? Technically, anyone who does not believe in Jesus Christ is classified as an Anti-Christ. However, for the purposes of the study of Revelation, the Anti-Christ will be a man who makes his debut upon the stage of world history with hypnotic charm and charisma. With the help of two other participants, people will be lured and unknowingly swindled into his spell that is filled with deception and lies. How does he work out his plan? As just mentioned, the Anti-Christ ... "BIBLE STUDY" Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:23:10 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-anti-christ-t220.htm#235 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-anti-christ-t220.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-judgment-seat-of-christ-romans-1410-t219.htm pjpearl50 Heaven Christ Meets the Church The Marriage of the Lamb The Rapture Gold, Silver, and Precious Stones Judgment of Believer and Their Works 1 Cor. 3:11; 2 Cor. 5:10 Wood, Hay and Stubble The Glorious Appearing 2 Ths. 1:7-10 Incorruptible ... "BIBLE STUDY" Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:10:14 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-judgment-seat-of-christ-romans-1410-t219.htm#234 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/the-judgment-seat-of-christ-romans-1410-t219.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/pre-tribulation-t218.htm pjpearl50 Rapture of the Church This event will happen whenever God deems it to be so. No one knows when: He'll come like a thief in the night. Thus, we must be constantly ready. Scripture tells us that we will meet in the "clouds" and we will receive new glorified bodies and white robes. Our flesh will yield to the Spirit. Micah 7:2 Zeph. 2:3 Isa 31:5 Isa. 60:8 1 Cor. 15: 1-15 Phil. 3:20-21 1 Thess. 1:10 1 Thess. 4:16-18 Judgement Seat of the Saints This event ... "BIBLE STUDY" Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:39:58 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/pre-tribulation-t218.htm#233 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/pre-tribulation-t218.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/time-chart-of-events-of-revelation-t217.htm pjpearl50 PRE-TRIBULATION Rapture of the Church Judgement Seat of the Saints Marriage of the Lamb and Banquet TRIBULATION 7 years Anti-Christ and False Prophet Reign One-World Government Battle of the North and South One-World Religion Two Witnesses One-World Economy Satan's Battle in Heaven Battle of Armageddon Second Coming of Christ THE VICTORY WON Millennium Reign of Christ Satan's Last Stand Great White Throne Judgement New Heaven and Earth [center] "BIBLE STUDY" Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:13:28 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/time-chart-of-events-of-revelation-t217.htm#232 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/time-chart-of-events-of-revelation-t217.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/around-the-world-in-seven-prophecies-t214.htm pjpearl50 [left]Revelation Chapters Two and Three Seven Churches in Need of God’s renewing Power 1. EPHESUS------A city of great importance in Asia Minor, home of the temple of Artemis. In greatness it was rivaled only by Alexandria and Antioch. The Church----Diagnosis: Had shown signs of strength in the past but is now wavering in the faith and in danger of losing its first love. Treatment: Do the works you did at first. Prognosis: With repentance ... "BIBLE STUDY" Sat, 20 Jun 2009 12:54:28 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/around-the-world-in-seven-prophecies-t214.htm#229 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/around-the-world-in-seven-prophecies-t214.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/rendering-to-caesar-pg-16-t213.htm pjpearl50 Seven Churches in Need of God’s Renewing Power: EPHESUS------SMYRNA --------PERGAMUM Rev. 2:1-7----Rev. 2: 8-11----Rev. 2: 12-17 THYATIRA ------SARDI -------LAODICEA Rev. 2:18-29---Rev. 3:1-6----Rev. 3:14-22 PHILADELPHIA Rev. 3:7-13 DIAGNOSIS: (What’s wrong?) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE ... "BIBLE STUDY" Sat, 20 Jun 2009 11:44:20 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/rendering-to-caesar-pg-16-t213.htm#228 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/rendering-to-caesar-pg-16-t213.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/johns-vision-on-patmos-pg-15-t212.htm pjpearl50 The author of the Book of Revelation identifies himself only as John, a servant of God, a prophet, and “your brother (Rev.1:9).” He addresses his opening remarks to the “seven churches that are in Asia (Rev. 1:4)”—meaning the Roman province of that name in western Asia Minor. His manner is that of a Church leader writing reassure his flock, in fact, he names the congregations in the same order a courier would follow carrying a letter from city to city. John also says he is “on the island called ... "BIBLE STUDY" Sat, 20 Jun 2009 11:33:35 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/johns-vision-on-patmos-pg-15-t212.htm#227 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/johns-vision-on-patmos-pg-15-t212.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/dreams-and-visions-pg-14-t210.htm pjpearl50 Are dreams and visions different? The Bible treats revelations in dreams and visions as practically identical. Both are used to describe ways in which God breaks through everyday reality to communicate his will to the people. Although dreams refer to experiences during sleep and visions are usually applied to something seen when a person is awake or in a trance, the distinction is not always maintained. Gen 46:2—Dreams are often called “visions of the night.” Dan. 7:1—The Book of Daniel ... "BIBLE STUDY" Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:34:59 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/dreams-and-visions-pg-14-t210.htm#225 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/dreams-and-visions-pg-14-t210.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-of-chapter-2-t206.htm Admin THE REVELATION to John Introduction The Revelation to John was written at a time when Christians were being persecuted because of their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord. The writer's main concern is togive his readers hope and encouragement, and to urge them to remain faithful during times of suffering and persecution. For the most part the book consists of several series of revelations and vsons presented in symbolic language that would have been understood by Christians of that ... "BIBLE STUDY" Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:07:03 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-of-chapter-2-t206.htm#221 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-of-chapter-2-t206.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-of-chapter-2-t205.htm Admin The southern kingdom, with its capital at Jerusalem, was reduced to slavery and exile by the Babylonians in the early part of the 6th century C. It later came under the rule of the Persians, the Greeks and finally the Romans. Thus, the history of the Jews was a catalogue of disasters from which it became clear that no human deliverer could rescue them. They now hoped for nothing less than the direct intervention of God. To that end, they divived all time into two ages--"this persent ... "BIBLE STUDY" Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:31:04 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-of-chapter-2-t205.htm#220 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-of-chapter-2-t205.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/revelation-chapters-1-3-lesson-2-t204.htm Admin Drawing Exercise ( Breaking the Code) Information: The Book of Revelation is coded communication. In Greek, the word Revelation is "apokalypsis, " and in Latin, it is "revelatus." It means that which is uncovered. For the most part the vook consost of series of revelations and visions presented in symolic apokalypsis language that would have been understood by Christians of that day, but would have remained a mystery to all others. The style is to repeat the themes ... "BIBLE STUDY" Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:21:08 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/revelation-chapters-1-3-lesson-2-t204.htm#219 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/revelation-chapters-1-3-lesson-2-t204.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-6-t203.htm pjpearl50 Let’s unveil the symbols and speak plainly: These foolish virgins represent people who have received just enough of the Christian “religion” to have a little temporary light. Outwardly, they may be indistinguishable from authentic Christians who are indwelt by the Spirit and whose light never goes out. But inwardly, they are not authentic. They may seem “religious,” do a lot of “religious” works, and know a lot of “religious” talk. But when Jesus returns, He will look upon them with genuine sorrow ... "BIBLE STUDY" Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:39:08 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-6-t203.htm#218 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-6-t203.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-5-t202.htm pjpearl50 So then, as bleak as these events are, is there any hope? And what are the true signs of the end of the age? Vs. 13—Yes! There is hope! Jesus does not leave us with a total bleak picture. He goes on to a further unveiling of truth. He reveals the secret of power—the power to stand against deception and delusion. Those who refuse to be deceived, who stand firm upon the truth, will be saved. Some will endure to the end; they will not be overthrown. They will be saved. These words ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:18:03 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-5-t202.htm#217 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-5-t202.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-4-t201.htm pjpearl50 Matthew 24:9-13—So, there is still more disaster to come that will eventually lead up to the end of the age, but they are not signs that the end has arrived. Vs.9—Persecution: Another threat to faith is the threat of persecution. The persecution of Christians began shortly6 after the day of Pentecost, when Stephen and James were slain and the disciples scattered. Christians have been thrown to lions, burned as human torches, mangled by wild beast, killed by gladiators, drawn apart by ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:15:54 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-4-t201.htm#216 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-4-t201.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-3-t200.htm pjpearl50 We have witnessed the rise of many cults in the past few decades—groups that have a Christian flavor and many even speak highly of Christ, but which alter and twist His message. They downgrade His deity, diminish the value of His sacrifice on the cross, or substitute subtle deception in the place of the simple truths of Biblical Christianity. Some denominations are now debating whether the claim of Jesus in John 14:6 is still valid: “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:14:19 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-3-t200.htm#215 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/continuation-page-3-t200.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/introduction-pg2-t199.htm pjpearl50 ESCHATOLOGY The Study of the End Times REVELATION Lesson #1 INTRODUCTION When we embark upon the study of Revelation, we feel ourselves projected into a different world. Here is something quite unlike the rest of the New Testament. Not only is Revelation different; it is also notoriously difficult to understand. It sis bizarre, wild, crazy, and has no pattern or order. Needless to say, it’s often referred to as the “strange book.” It has numerous imagery and symbols; it is ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:10:52 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/introduction-pg2-t199.htm#214 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/introduction-pg2-t199.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/eschatology-pg-1-t198.htm pjpearl50 (meaning of eschatology)--the branch of theology that treats of last or final things, as death--Webster's Dict. The Study of the End Times Revelation1-22 Study Agenda Introduction and Theme Olivet Discourse: Setting the Stage of End Times Matthew 24 & 25 A Hidden Message: Unveiling the Cod The Seven Churches Revelation1-3 Outline of Sequence of Events The Rapture The Judgment Seat The Marriage and Wedding Banquet Various scriptures Meeting ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:08:26 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/eschatology-pg-1-t198.htm#213 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/eschatology-pg-1-t198.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/can-women-teach-t175.htm Admin http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=24181437]]> "BIBLE STUDY" Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:24:58 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/can-women-teach-t175.htm#190 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/can-women-teach-t175.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/before-the-battle-t119.htm pjpearl50 From: Michael Davis Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 2:16 PMSubject: 9/23/08 Bible Study notes; Read 2 Chronicles 20:1- 21 Key Verses: 3, 12, 17, 21; Also Acts 1: 8, Php 4:6, Deut 31: 6, John 16:33, 1 Kings 19: 9 - 15 We face personal battles each and every moment of our lives; God has outlined principles that will help us overcome: 1. Identify the enemy; many times it’s our own attitude that determines our response and the outcome of a situation. Fear ... "BIBLE STUDY" Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:11:18 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/before-the-battle-t119.htm#134 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/before-the-battle-t119.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/bible-study-by-dr-charles-stanley-t99.htm Admin Bible Study The Believer’s Judgment In part 1 of our Bible studies in this series, we learned about the two primary end-time judgments. Let’s take closer look at one of those—the judgment seat of Christ, where believers’ lives are assessed. This important event is mentioned by name in Paul’s letters to the Romans and the Corinthians: Why do you judge your brother? Or you again, why do you regard your brother with contempt? For we will all stand before the judgment seat of God ... "BIBLE STUDY" Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:05:45 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/bible-study-by-dr-charles-stanley-t99.htm#113 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/bible-study-by-dr-charles-stanley-t99.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/god-s-word-t92.htm Admin
2 Timothy 2:15===Study to make thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.]]> "BIBLE STUDY" Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:09:18 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/god-s-word-t92.htm#106 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/god-s-word-t92.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/bible-study-t53.htm Admin We will be studying from Galations on Thursday, May 29. Please read and be prepared. "BIBLE STUDY" Mon, 26 May 2008 12:04:22 GMT http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/bible-study-t53.htm#56 http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/bible-study-t53.htm http://changinggearsforgod.forumandco.com/bible-study-f8/study-verses-5-15-08-t49.htm Admin

Psalms 18:28
Pslms 119:130--134
Isa. 29:18
Isa. 60:19
Eph. 1:7-18
Eccl. 12:8-14
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John 14:26
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