FridaySession
Morning Session---------------------------------- Chairmans address: bro cook Meet some who are seeking first God's kingdom Mat 6:33 How do we personally see that we are seeking first the kingdom our entire habit of life must show that the kingdom is more important to us then anything else! This is the 100th anniversary We will see what has been happening not just here on earth but also in heaven Rev 12:1-6, 7-10 - Woman is Jehovahs spiritual oraganization who also produces an offspring through hard work - Jehovah fortold that satan would try to destroy the kingdom - Jesus is said to have an iron rod not a wooden sheparding staff which allows him to smash other governments. What effect does this kingdom have on the earth? The bible states it doesn't just have effects on the earth but TRAUMATIC effects We have seen prophecy fulfilled right in our lifetime- this would be a time of great WOE for the earth. These show the kingdom has been established and our king now rules. The world is plagued by terrorism and violence on all levels of society but these things should not surprise us. All these things are sure signs of the times we are living in and Jehovah is not blind to these things just as in noah's day he wiped out all violent wicked men. The most important thing is not the negative effects that we see but the positive things. What are these? We are surrounded by brothers and sisters from all over the world! Jesus kingdom also has many functions that human rulers enforce Education - which is not just head knowledge but makes us better people Laws - Not just a hard fast rules but laws that are written on the heart(want to follow them) Disaster relief Bible writers used vivid word pictures for the kingdom The kingdom as the new heavens contrasted to the old heavens and its failure to care for the earth. Heb 10:12 - Kingdom cannot be shaken dan 10:42 - kingdom cut from a mountain (Jehovahs kingdom)
When military forces come against gods people we have nothing to fear "take a good look you will not see them again." Simposium: Bro Mcoy Appreciating the thrones of divine rulership Jehovahs throne Daniel was given a vision of Jehovahs throne but for us there is an added benifit most of what daniel saw he didnt understand. What really is a throne? Royal position, power Take note of the location and domain Ps 103:19 We are unable to escape Jehovahs physical laws, even trying to escape into space requires us to follow MORE laws His moral laws help us to live clean lives Dan 7:14 Why is theocracy superior No weapons can defeat Jehovah (Isa 33:21) The way Jehovah uses his authority, under human rulership total power would be terrifying. Humans have tried all forms of government and hybrids as well you can't pass along what you never possessed Duet 32:4- The rock perfect is his ways Questions that will be answered throughout this symposium are: What makes Jesus an excellent king? Why does 144000 people needed? Bro Selvester Jesus throne: All human rulers die and must leave their kingdom to others, Jesus does not have such limitations. Mat 25:31 Jesus has a glorious throne What makes Jesus a qualified ruler Dont judge a man till you walk a mile in his shoes - Jesus has been human
He has 100 years of experience Col 1:15 - the image of the invisible god - he reflects perfectly Jehovahs qualities - Love justice wisdom and power. Love - Prov 12:8 the design of the earth, he helped people of all sorts Justice - He upheld the spirit of Jehovahs law, never too lenient or harsh unlike the pharisees. Wisdom - Solomon was one man who had unbelievable wisdom (Mat12:42) Jesus knows how to maintain life Power - "Power corrupts" Jesus never used power for personal gain Mat 11:5 Used power to control the elements, heal people and even control demons col 1:16 Bites Thrones of the 144,000 Mat 19:28 Collectively they will share jesus vast authority What will they do with this power? as kings they will enforce laws and regulate the distribution of resources and land boundaries as priests they will heal and educate humans on earth until imperfections are fully erased. 1 cor 6:3 - Judge wicked angels In trying to gain authority satan injected a thread of disloyalty. Jehovah did not give up on humans Why is it 144000 needed for rulership rev 14:4 These are ones that follow Jesus LOYALTY these ones have experienced what it means to be human as well as the challenges of being a servant of Jehovah Rev 20:4; Prov 29:3 Flegal A century of kingdom rule contrasted with a century of satan's rule In the first century Jesus became ruler and was given authority by jehovah, this is the only organization lead by Jehovah's spirit How is satan caring for his subjects: disease - Many diseases have no cure, but can do safe abortion Nutrition - 2014 malnutrition and starvation are still rampant, spiritually religions have done nothing to help people Technology - new technology is used in wars, puts unclean entertainment at your fingertips Morals -The family is constantly under attack Isa 5:21 as well as marriage and especially children What about Jesus Kingdom: Nutrition - Mat 24:45 faithful and discreet slave gives food at proper time conventions, assemblies, spiritual journals and the like have kept us spiritually fed being surrounded by friends that truly love one another Technology - 1914 photo drama of creation 1942 began high quality printing and binding Preach has been enhanced using cell phones and tablets today Morals - We are elevated by following bible principles in our families and life As long as we follow satans crowd we cannot be clean, this is why Jehovah had to create his own people. The chariot is flying and we are just trying to hold on Ps 40:5 Morris Highly esteem present kingdom blessings Presidential elections make all kinds of promises and fail to keep them after election Titus 1:2 -We never have to worry about Jehovah being phony Kingdom blessings include: Mental, physical, emotional and spiritual help Educational program- some say we are against education, thats far from the truth we are all about education. Mat 6:24 theres nothing we can say that can have an effect as using god's word Isa 48:17,18 -have you received any benefits from Jehovahs education? What would your life be like without the kingdom influence Ps 25:14; Isa 30:20; 1 peter 5:9; Prov 18:10
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2 cor 12:3 The number 3 we understand is used for emphasis it shows an elevated form of rulership
2 peter 3:5 - Pre flood heaven verse 7 verse 13 Symbol for Kingdom arrangement Explaining ALL the blessings of paradise Physical earthly paradise spiritual condition Combination of both new heavens and new earth including gods government; it was not time for him to explain these things. New tract - what is the kingdom of god? now there are 7 tracts for spiritual completeness attendance :57,880 Afternoon Session --------------------------------------------- How babylon the great has shut up the kingdom literal poison causes many adverse affects on people - christendom has poisoned people spiritually Simposium - What must be kept in 2nd place: Recreation - Mat 6:33 Why does this thing have a place in our life? Jehovah is a happy god and wants us to enjoy life, when kept in its rightful place it is a refreshment to us. How can we keep recreation in balance? Mark 6:31 - don't let recreation overshadow kingdom interests John 4:34 - does your recreation leave you with so little energy you can't get the important things done. Keeping it in its place makes it even more enjoyable! Eating and Drinking 1. Why do eating and drinking rightly have a place in our lives These are gifts Ecc 3:12,13
2. How can we keep these things in their proper place Spiritual things are most important in our life Rom 14;17 how much does my life center on how can this happen to us subtly. alcohol has its place as well its important to keep a balanced view of eating and drinking Jehovah wants the best for us Concerns about health why do concerns about health have a place in our life? We cherish life as a gift - if you're dead you can't serve jehovah How can we keep concerns about health in their proper place? Nether pills or any human procedures can stave off death - we cannot buy our own everlasting life! Luke 12:45- who of you by being anxious can add a cubit to his life? Although luke was a doctor by trade that is not something that he is known for in the bible. 1 Tim 4:23 Paul was giving timothy advice not trying to tell him to become a drunkard pray for a sound mind and always make sure to keep the kingdom in first place Courtship and marriages Why do courtship and weddings have a place in our life? Jehovah intended for marriage to be a permanent arrangement, these also take a lot of time and planning. 1 Cor 14:40 how can we keep these in their proper place keep kingdom 1st Spend time not just socially but also spiritually- gauge one anothers spirituality 1 Cor 2:31-33; 1 Tim 2:9- modesty and simplicity John 2:8 Family Ties Why do family ties have a place in our life? These help us care for our physical,spiritual, mental and emotional needs its MORE important for us to keep Jehovah 1st in our life Rom 9:3 we cannot compromise our obedience to jehovah how can we keep these things in their proper place? At times we need to take a firm stand for jehovah even if our family finds that strange Should we say no to our family or to jehovah? Mat 10:37- those who have more affection for...are not worthy of me treat our family members with respect - (Rom 12:17,18) Never make your family feel like they are in 3rd or 4th place - cherish the
Material Pursuits Why do material pursuits have a place in our life? We are material and have material needs how can we keep these things in their proper place? 1 Cor 9:24 Runners carry as little as possible Heb 12:1 Throw of material pursuits otherwise trying to leave this system we would be burdened with more problems. material things are a means to an end don't invest in a dying world whose interests do we care more for ours or Jehovah's? Mat 6:23 Sacred Secrets of the kingdom progressively revealed A secret is a little known fact by only a small group of people. did you know that jehovah has secrets and only a few humans know of them. Mat 13:10,11 - only the ones who jehovah selected would understand although he freely told all in attendance to hear. Human secrets are mysterious, Jehovahs secrets are widely distributed to all. how so? (mat 10:27) 5 sacred secrets being "Shared from the housetops" jehovahs name and sovereignty- jehovah wants his name to be known and treated as holy sanctifying his name. Isa 43:10 - you are my witnesses! Jehovahs Kingdom Kingdom Heirs and heavenly life Kingdom Illustrations Mat 13:31(mustard grain) 33 (leven expanding) knowing these things should make us feel special Can you answer? what is represented by the feet and toes at dan 2:44 who are the domestics at mat 12:4 Teach your children to love god's kingdom! the name of this part is not to teach your children to believe in gods kingdom although that is very important but to LOVE the kingdom. its important that the family is already spiritually strong
Micah 6:8- these are not suggestions Ps 19:8-11 We want to grow through problems not just go through them what did you learn? slow on rules fast on principle; there's sometimes a gap between what they know and what they do your family can be happy 32 page brochure Reading the bible with your children can help ps 78:3,4 Pray with your children- can your children tell you what your prayer was word for word? Pray FOR your children. You want your children to ask questions all throughout the time they are growing if you don't give them the moral strength we are going to lose them help children reach their spiritual goals and WANT to get baptised we are trying to reflect the love that Jehovah has for children 32 page brochure Teach Your Children - 14 lessons Your children are not much different then samuel, david, rebecca or timothy End of Friday Afternoon