5. August 2011 by Bernice Davis.

Grace and Peace be unto you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

Below are the answers to yesterday’s questions.

1.    What is the responsibility of those that are strong in the faith?  To bear the infirmities of those who are weak.

2.   What is the purpose of those things that were written aforetime?  For our learning that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.

3.   Paul encourages the Gentiles to receive ye one another as? Christ also received us unto the glory of God.

4.   Give the quote of Esias. There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles, in him shall the Gentiles trust.

5.   Paul writes that when he takes his journey to what place will he come visit them? Spain.

6.   Where was Paul headed next?  Jerusalem.

7.   What two places gave a contribution to the poor saints which were at Jerusalem? Macedonia and Achaia.

8.   What did Paul pray for deliverance from in verse 31. From those who did not believe in Judea.

9.   What final act does Paul want to complete before he comes to them? Leave the offering he has for the poor saints in Jerusalem.

10.               If Gentiles are made partakers of their spiritual things what is then their duty?  To minister to them their carnal.

Chapter 16.

1 I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea: 2 That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also. 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: 4 Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks , but also all the churches of the Gentiles. 5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ. 6 Greet Mary, who bestowed much labour on us. 7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. 8 Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord. 9 Salute Urbane, our helper in Christ, and Stachys my beloved. 10 Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus’ household. 11 Salute Herodion my kinsman. Greet them that be of the household of Narcissus, which are in the Lord. 12 Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. Salute the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord. 13 Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine. 14 Salute Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Hermes, and the brethren which are with them. 15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, Nereus, and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them. 16 Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you. 17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned ; and avoid them . 18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple. 19 For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good , and simple concerning evil. 20 And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly . The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen. 21 Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you. 22 I Tertius, who wrote this epistle, salute you in the Lord. 23 Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother. 24 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. 25 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began , 26 But now is made manifest , and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: 27 To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen . [Written to the Romans from Corinthus, and sent by Phebe servant of the church at Cenchrea.]

Paul closes out Romans with a list of people that he wants the churches to receive, accept, and encourage in the work of the Lord.  His main message in this last chapter is to warn them to be aware and avoid those who cause divisions and offences that are contrary to the doctrine which they have been taught. 

We will begin the book of Philippians on Monday and start with our weekly memory verse.  Excit1 I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea: 2 That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also. 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: 4 Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks , but also all the churches of the Gentiles. 5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ. 6 Greet Mary, who bestowed much labour on us. 7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. 8 Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord. 9 Salute Urbane, our helper in Christ, and Stachys my beloved. 10 Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus’ household. 11 Salute Herodion my kinsman. Greet them that be of the household of Narcissus, which are in the Lord. 12 Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. Salute the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord. 13 Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine. 14 Salute Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Hermes, and the brethren which are with them. 15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, Nereus, and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them. 16 Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you. 17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned ; and avoid them . 18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple. 19 For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good , and simple concerning evil. 20 And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly . The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen. 21 Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you. 22 I Tertius, who wrote this epistle, salute you in the Lord. 23 Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother. 24 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. 25 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began , 26 But now is made manifest , and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: 27 To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen . [Written to the Romans from Corinthus, and sent by Phebe servant of the church at Cenchrea.] ed.

Stay encouraged everyone and don’t forget to pray and read God’s word daily.

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4. August 2011 by Bernice Davis.

Grace and Peace be unto you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

Below are the answers to yesterday’s questions.

1.    Who ordains the powers that be?  God

2.   What happens if you resist the powers? You resist the ordinance of God and bring upon yourself damnation.

3.   What is the purpose of rulers? They are ministers of God for good and to bring wrath upon those who do evil.

4.   We are to owe no man nothing but to? Love him.

5.   Give two examples through the following reference of what we are not to judge people in. in their customs of eating and observing holy days.

6.   Christ died and rose that he may be Lord both of the ? living and the dead.

7.   In chapter 14 verse 13 , it tells us not to judge each other but rather judge what? That no man put a stumbling block or an occasion for his brother to fall.

8.   What are we to follow after? Things which make for peace and edify one another. 

9.   All things are pure but what makes it evil? When you do it with the purpose to offend.

10.               Whatsoever is not of faith is sin.

Below are our last review questions for Romans and on Friday, we will cover the last chapter which is 16 and my next study will be the book of Philippians.  I have been studying it personally on my own and I have been so encouraged by its contents.  I am Excited to share with you my findings.

1.    What is the responsibility of those that are strong in the faith? Ref: 15:1.

2.   What is the purpose of those things that were written aforetime? Ref: 15:4.

3.   Paul encourages the Gentiles to receive ye one another as? Ref: 15:7.

4.   Give the quote of Esias.  Ref 15:12.

5.   Paul writes that when he takes his journey to what place will he come visit them? Ref: 15:24.

6.   Where was Paul headed next?  Ref: 15:25.

7.   What two places gave a contribution to the poor saints which were at Jerusalem? Ref 15:26.

8.   What did Paul pray for deliverance from in verse 31.

9.   What final act does Paul want to complete before he comes to them? Ref: 15:28.

10.               If Gentiles are made partakers of their spiritual things what is then their duty?  Ref: 15:27.

Stay encouraged everyone and don’t forget to pray and read God’s word daily.

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3. August 2011 by Bernice Davis.

Grace and Peace be unto you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

Below are the answers to yesterday’s questions.

1.   What was the example that Paul gave to demonstrate that God had not cast away his people?  The story of Elias when he thought he was the only one for God and God revealed to him that He had a remnant that had not yet bowed down. 

2.   What tribe was Paul from? Benjamin.

3.   Paul considered himself an apostle to what group? Gentiles.

4.   Why were the Israelites broken off from the faith?  Unbelief.

5.   Why has blindness to the word of God happened to Israel?  So that the Gentiles may be saved.

6.   Paul stated that this act was our reasonable service.  Presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice unto God.

7.   Paul teaches that we should not be conformed to what? This world. 

8.   Paul teaches that we should be transformed how? By the renewing of our minds.

9.   Paul teaches us to do what to those that persecute us? Do good. 

10.               How are we to live with men?  Peaceably. 

11.               Vengeance belongs to whom?  The LORD

Today’s Review Questions Chapter 13-14

1.    Who ordains the powers that be?  Ref 13:1.

2.   What happens if you resist the powers? Ref 13:2.

3.   What is the purpose of rulers? Ref 13:4

4.   We are to owe no man nothing but to? Ref: 13:8

5.   Give two examples through the following reference of what we are not to judge people in.  Ref: 14:1-7.

6.   Christ died and rose that he may be Lord both of the ? Ref: 14:9.

7.   In chapter 14 verse 13 , it tells us not to judge each other but rather judge what?

8.   What are we to follow after? Ref: 14:19.

9.   All things are pure but what makes it evil? Ref: 14:20.

10.               Whatsoever is not of faith is________ Ref: 14:23.

Stay encouraged everyone and don’t forget to pray and read God’s word daily.

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2. August 2011 by Bernice Davis.

Grace and Peace be unto you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

Below are the answers to yesterday’s questions.

1.    Paul had great heaviness and sorrow in his heart concerning what?   That Israel would be saved.

2.   Who was the mother of Jacob and Esau? Rebecca.

3.   Which one was hated and which one was loved? Esau was hated and Jacob was loved.

4.   Why was the younger one chosen over the older one and before they were even born.   So that the purpose of God according to ELECTION might stand. 

5.   What did Paul say concerning God’s choice to love one and hate the other?  That this does not make God unrighteous.

6.   What was God’s purpose for raising up Pharaoh? So that he could show his power through him and so that his name could be declared among all the earth.

7.   Who had zeal for God but not according to knowledge? The Israelites.

8.   What are the requirements for salvation according to Romans 10:9.  That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in thy heart that God raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.

9.   Concerning salvation; how are the heart and mouth involved?   For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.

10.               What was the method by which someone would hear the gospel?  The preacher.

We’re almost finish guys and then we can do chapter 16 and begin a new book.

Today’s Review Questions Chapter 11-12.

1.   What was the example that Paul gave to demonstrate that God had not cast away his people? Reference 11:1-5.

2.   What tribe was Paul from?  Ref: 11:1

3.   Paul considered himself an apostle to what group? Ref:11:13.

4.   Why were the Israelites broken off from the faith?  Reference: 11:20.

5.   Why has blindness to the word of God happened to Israel?  Reference: 11:25

6.   Paul stated that this act was our reasonable service.  Reference 12:1

7.   Paul teaches that we should not be conformed to what? Reference 12: 2.

8.   Paul teaches that we should be transformed how? Reference 12:2.

9.   Paul teaches us to do what to those that persecute us? Reference 12:14.

10.               How are we to live with men?  Reference 12:18.

11.               Vengeance belongs to whom?  Reference 12:19.

Stay encouraged and don’t forget to pray and read God’s word daily.

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1. August 2011 by Bernice Davis.

Grace and Peace be unto you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

Hello everyone:  I’m sure you noticed that there was no posting on Friday.  I went out of town to celebrate my best friend’s birthday and did not return home until Sunday night.  The day was absolutely crazy so I was not even able to get to a computer to let you know what was going on with me.  I had a wonderful weekend with my husband and friends.  I have an amazing husband and incredible friends.  I love the way that we can be totally honest with each other and transparent.  I love how we help each other grow in the things of God and how we keep each other encouraged.  I am blessed to have them in my life. 

Following are the review questions for today:

1.    Paul had great heaviness and sorrow in his heart concerning what?                         Reference Romans 8: 1-5.

2.   Who was the mother of Jacob and Esau: Ref: chapter 8.

3.   Which one was hated and which one was loved?

4.   Why was the younger one chosen over the older one and before they were even born.       Ref 8:10-12. 

5.   What did Paul say concerning God’s choice to love one and hate the other?                Romans 8:14-15.

6.   What was God’s purpose for raising up Pharaoh? Ref: 8:17.

7.   Who had zeal for God but not according to knowledge. Reference 10:1-2.

8.   What are the requirements for salvation according to Romans 10:9.

9.   Concerning salvation; how are the heart and mouth involved? Reference; Romans 10:10.

10.   What was the method by which someone would hear the gospel?                              Reference: Romans 10:14-15.

Stay encouraged and don’t forget to pray and read God’s word daily.

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