Jerry

Perhaps this poem may offer some comfort to those who read this thread. I pray the Lord continues to comfort his family. I’ve Gone Home

Just wanted to post here to make this thread noticeable this week, as there might be others here that may be comforted by it.

There is no Bible passage that teaches the Antichrist will be transgender.

The Bible teaches the Antichrist will be a man. The Bible mentions Russia and its allies being defeated by God when they come against Israel It is possible that the aftermath of the battle (when that does happen) could be the one world leader stepping into power and making a seven year peace treaty with Israel.

I don't know all the answers, but I know where to find all the answers in life, practice and doctrine, that the Lord would have us know. Deuteronomy 29:29 The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law. I am not afraid to admit I don't know something or I need to dig in the Bible more to find out the answer or to refresh my mind on that issue - however, I would never attempt to preach on a subject or passage that I do not have a firm grasp on, as that could cause confusion to others.

Catholicism is not a different denomination or church - it is an entirely different religion, using some of the same terms and words, but with different meanings. Yes, a Catholic can get saved DESPITE their religion, but their walk will be hindered or affected to the extent that they are still stuck in their doctrines and practices. My Mom was a Catholic. She got saved through reading her Bible around two years before she died. She was truly saved - but due to her cancer and being in and out of the hospital (and in and out of comas due to failed organs), she never "left" the Catholic church officially (though in reality, she was probably not that much in their services and activities in that last year or two anyway). She however, no longer believed the fundamental works doctrine of the Catholic church and its mass, as she was fully trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ for salvation and His finished work on the cross. In regards to this thread: Is God limited by only being able to save those who have the King James Bible? Of course not - HOWEVER, the Bible you read and study from will affect your day to day walk with the Lord, your understanding of Bible doctrine to the extent that version is changed or different from the KJV, and and also possibly affect your reverence for the Lord and the things of God depending upon what type of Bible is being read (I have read or watched various testimonies of believers stating this exact thing, that reading a dynamic equivalent version or a paraphrase had affected them and that they themselves noticed a major difference when they turned to the King James Bible).

When a child of God deliberately compromises with sin or neglecting separation, it does affect their walk with the Lord and their daily fellowship with him. 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty. The implication is that God will not have that closeness of a Father to you if you are compromising with sin and those who are involved in it.

Thou God Seest Me Thou God seest me – You are the very God who sees The beginning and the end; Through all the trials I face in life, Jesus, You are my greatest Friend. Thou God seest me – You don’t just see all my situations, You truly know what’s in my heart; And despite all life’s complications, In wisdom, You know just where to start: Thou God seest me – You know my needs before I ask them; You strengthen me when I am weak; In my deepest times of sorrow, You provide the comfort that I seek. Thou God seest me – I need never fear for my future – You are already preparing the way; As a Shepherd, You are guiding, And my path shines bright as day. Thou God seest me – You loved me before I knew You; You died for my sins and took my shame; You became my Lord and Saviour, When, in faith, I called upon Your name. In my brightest or darkest situations, From the beginning to the end You see – You understand all I am going through, Because Thou God seest me! April 22nd, 2022 Jerry Bouey Genesis 16:13 And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me? Isaiah 65:24 And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. Romans 5:6-8 For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 8:31-32 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? Psalm 139:1-6 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. O LORD, thou hast searched me, and known me. Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether. Thou hast beset me behind and before, and laid thine hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high, I cannot attain unto it.

No one is saying there should never be a change - BUT IF THE REASON SOMEONE WANTS THE CHURCH SERVICE TO CHANGE IS BECAUSE THEY ARE BORED or not getting much out of it (assuming we are referring to a sound church), THEN THE PROBLEM IS WITH THAT CARNAL BELIEVER or lost person. Being involved with preaching for years, and being an usher for more years, I know that it is stressful to just up and change the order of the church service. (And churches do occasionally change the service when there are special meetings or guest preachers.) Assuming that a pastor sought the Lord diligently when choosing how to direct the church service (overall), someone coming along later and questioning it is simply being presumptuous. The pastor is the one God gave the authority to guide and shepherd the church, not a discontented church member or visitor.

No TRUE Christian would turn "gay" after salvation (implying being openly gay, deliberately living and walking in this sin). Perhaps because of past abuse they may struggle with this sin, but they can not openly become gay and live that way without severe consequences from God. And if they were gay before "being saved" but never repented of their abominable lifestyle, they are not saved. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God.

What kind of ceremony? Marry them? If they were repentant, saved, and wanting to marry so as not to live in fornication, I can see someone performing that marriage in accordance with God's Word - but if they are performing a marriage because they think they are already married because of living common law, that would not be right, nor would it be right for a pastor. etc. to perform a marriage for an unsaved couple.

According to the last book of the Bible, there were only 12 Apostles - and will only be 12 throughout eternity. Revelation 21:14 And the wall of the city had twelve foundations, and in them the names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb. Also, Paul and the other Apostle worked the signs of an apostle as they were giving the churches NEW revelation. God's written Word is finished. He is not adding to it today, so there is no need for an apostle today. In the passages of the NT that refer to the end times, there is no reference to true signs and wonders before Christ's return, only false and deceptive ones. Of course, there is also 1 Corinthians 13:8-12, which refer to the sign gifts being done away with. If that is the case (which I fully believe), what signs and wonders would a NEW apostle be doing today?

Who do you think the Lord is going to guide? The visitor who is "bored" and personally wants to change things up because they are carnal, or the shepherd/pastor who oversees the church?

If the Lord God has guided a particular church to do their service a particular way, then there is no reason to do it another way (until and if the Lord does so guide). If a visitor or member finds a particular church service boring, then there may be a problem with them and their walk with the Lord.

Matthew 24 is primarily dealing with the tribulation. We are not there yet.

These are general signs of the end of the age, but specifically referring to the Tribulation period. If it is an actual order of events, it is events during those seven years - not an order of events now. Though, now we see all of those things gradually increasing over time as we get closer to that day - not progressively, but all together. Wars and rumours of wars, famines, pestilences, earthquakes, and persecutions. Revelation 6 does present an order of events for some of these things (and can be aligned with Matthew 24) during the Tribulation period: First seal: Antichrist; second: war: third: famine; four: death; fifth: martyrdoms/persecution; sixth: worldwide earthquake and things happening in our atmosphere and in outer space.

Yes, the only salvation Jesus gives is eternal life. ? John 10:27-29 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father's hand.

To Him That Overcometh There are wondrous rewards that the Bible has promised, There are precious crowns that are waiting to be won – But all the blessings that the Lord has offered, Are for those who are trusting by faith in God’s Son. There’s a world system that is risen up against us, Controlled by that wicked spirit, Satan, that hates our Lord; There’s a spiritual battle for our souls that is raging – But to give in to defeat or compromise we can’t afford. To be an overcomer means you trust the Saviour that has died; Upon your account of sin, His precious blood has been applied; When you place your faith in Jesus Christ and His death on Calvary, His Spirit dwells within your heart, and you’ve been given life eternally. To him that overcometh this world, Jesus will give to eat of the tree of Life; He will also give him the hidden manna, and peace in the midst of strife; There are crowns for the faithful – rewards for those who love His return, And His Word and His Holy Spirit will give you wisdom to discern. There will be a pillar made for each of you within the very temple of your Lord; A new city, and new names, with a Heavenly inheritance reserved in store; Dwelling in the presence of the Morning Star, worshipping, your soul awed; Clothed in white raiment, the overcomers will rule and reign with the Son of God. So resist the evil of this world, stand fast even to your dying breath; According to God’s promises, you will not be hurt by the second death; He will never remove your name from the dear Lamb’s Book of Life – Claim your victory by faith in Him, and live for the Lord Jesus Christ. February 18th, 2022 Jerry Bouey John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Romans 12:21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. 1 John 2:12-14 I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name’s sake. I write unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning. I write unto you, young men, because ye have overcome the wicked one. I write unto you, little children, because ye have known the Father. I have written unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning. I have written unto you, young men, because ye are strong, and the word of God abideth in you, and ye have overcome the wicked one. 1 John 4:3-4 And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world. Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. 1 John 5:4-5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? Revelation 2:7 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God. Revelation 2:11 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death. Revelation 2:17 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it. Revelation 2:26-28 And he that overcometh, and keepeth my works unto the end, to him will I give power over the nations: And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels of a potter shall they be broken to shivers: even as I received of my Father. And I will give him the morning star. Revelation 3:5 He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels. Revelation 3:12 Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, which is new Jerusalem, which cometh down out of heaven from my God: and I will write upon him my new name. Revelation 3:21 To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. Revelation 21:7 He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.

Undertake For Me Jesus, I feel so overwhelmed – Won’t you undertake for me? Exchange these burdens of my heart For the sweetness of Your peace. I cast these cares upon You, Lord – I cannot hold them anymore; They are like the waves upon the sea, Relentless against the shore. I roll these troubles unto You, I cannot bear them though I’ve tried; I let them fall down around Your feet, With all these tears that I’ve cried. Exchange all these troubles, Lord, For the joy that is Yours alone, I place them all into Your arms, As I worship around Your throne. I will take Your yoke upon me, Jesus – Oh, it makes for such a lighter load! With Your joy and strength within my heart, We journey together down this road. September 28, 2021 Jerry Bouey This poem (below) was written based on a friend’s Facebook post today about being overwhelmed. These passages (or should I say, promises!) came to mind (some word definitions under the verses): Isaiah 38:14 Like a crane or a swallow, so did I chatter: I did mourn as a dove: mine eyes fail with looking upward: O LORD, I am oppressed; undertake for me. Undertake: Technically, to traffic (as if by barter); also or give to be security (as a kind of exchange); To have fellowship with, share; To take upon oneself; To take upon or assume any business or province. Psalms 55:22 Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. Cast: to throw out, down or away (literally or figuratively). 1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. Casting: to throw upon, place upon. Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

All My Springs Are In You Like the children of Israel, all my springs are in You, O Lord; You are the fount of living waters, my delight is in Your Word. You are all that I ever needed, all my desires are in You alone; You loved me from the beginning; Jesus – You are my eternal home. My life was so vain without You, and brought such emptiness and fear; From the whirlwind of confusion, in love and grace You drew me near: You reached down to lift me up, as You regarded my low estate; With the shield of Your salvation, Your gentleness hath made me great. This I recall to my mind, all of Your mercies which are from old; Perfect peace which flows like a river, and deep cleansing for my soul. I won’t fear all these troubles, You deliver me from my distress; Your lovingkindness is before mine eyes – great is Your faithfulness! Like the church in Jerusalem, which continued in one accord, The world knew they had been with Jesus – all their springs were in You, O Lord; As their faces shone with Your glory, all their eyes were turned to You – From the moment of my redemption, all my springs were found in You! April 8th, 2022 Jerry Bouey (Dedicated to my friend, Greg, who taught me the value of memorizing and meditating regularly upon God’s Word.) Psalms 87:5-7 And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was born in her: and the highest himself shall establish her. The LORD shall count, when he writeth up the people, that this man was born there. Selah. As well the singers as the players on instruments shall be there: all my springs are in thee. Psalms 36:9 For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light. Luke 1:48 For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. Psalms 18:35 Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great. Lamentations 3:20-26 My soul hath them still in remembrance, and is humbled in me. This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. It is of the LORD’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him. The LORD is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the LORD. Isaiah 48:18 O that thou hadst hearkened to my commandments! then had thy peace been as a river, and thy righteousness as the waves of the sea: Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Psalms 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. Psalm 26:3 For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth. Acts 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.

Don't worry - JW's can't be classified as a church, so you're ok if you go. ?

I would also add that I believe the primary application of this verse today is to cults and false religions, such as Catholicism and Seventh Day Adventists that teach you can't marry (for the priests and nuns) and that we are not to eat meats or certain meats.

Context. This is talking about false teachers who reject the truth and those in the end times who have itching ears. All the New Testament is for believers. 1 Corinthians 7 is the primary NT passage dealing with marriage and remarriage (and forbidding to marry is not dealing with remarriage, but marriage in the first place). God's Word does not contradict itself. If you have a conflict between your views and the Bible, the Bible is right. We also need to rightly divide the Word of God and put all passages dealing with the same principle or doctrine side by side and see how they fit together - see if any of it is fulfilled or done away with in the NT - though in this case you are dealing with two NT passages, therefore one is not done away with. Context is essential.

The best passage to look at is 1 Corinthians 7. And no, the Bible does not say you are automatically free to remarry. The verse posted above does not apply in this issue. The Bible teaches that you cannot remarry until your spouse dies or you are guilty of committing adultery.

This was noteworthy when I watched the producers talking about this: Dallas Jenkins said there was not much in modern media that gave a good descriptive image of Jesus, and one of the reasons they produced the show was to give people an image or picture of Jesus they could have in their mind when praying and reading the Bible. And on top of that, Jenkins and others are selling pictures and paintings of Jesus - INCLUDING pictures of the actor who played Jesus. No matter how you feel about movie and tv portrayals of Jesus in that story format - SELLING images of Jesus (whether paintings, portraits of the actor playing Jesus, etc.) for you to buy and keep in your home would definitely qualify as the promotion of idolatry. That is not Jesus in any shape or form whatsoever - it is a man-made image. To think about that, to focus on it while praying, reading the Bible, and "worshipping" God is exactly what the Bible forbids AND condemns. No one knows what Jesus looked like physically as the Bible never gives a physical description, and to identify the real Jesus with an artistic representation is wrong. As Paul said: Acts 17:29 Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device.