Family Matters... 'Forgiveness'

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"] ### Summary David and Carolyn Bailey discuss the transformative power of forgiveness, its personal and spiritual implications, and insights from David's book, "The Wonder of Forgiveness." ### Highlights - 🌟 Special guests David and Carolyn Bailey discuss forgiveness. - 📖 David's book, "The Wonder of Forgiveness," explores personal experiences of forgiveness. - 🤝 The importance of forgiving others and understanding God's forgiveness. - 🙏 Biblical references emphasize the significance of forgiveness in relationships with God. - ✨ Forgiveness can lead to healing and joy in personal lives. - 💔 The ongoing struggle with forgiveness, especially in cases of abuse. - 🌈 True forgiveness reflects God's love and character manifesting through us. ### Key Insights - 🌼 **Forgiveness as a Journey**: Forgiveness is not a one-time act but a continuous journey that requires self-reflection and understanding of God's grace. It allows individuals to release burdens and find peace. - 📜 **Biblical Foundations**: The Bible emphasizes forgiveness as essential for spiritual health, showing that God's forgiveness of our sins is closely linked to our ability to forgive others. - 💔 **Impact of Abuse**: Experiences of abuse complicate the forgiveness process, highlighting the need for support and understanding in healing. Recognizing that all humans are affected by sin can foster empathy. - 🤲 **Freedom in Forgiving**: Forgiveness liberates individuals from the chains of resentment, enabling them to move forward and rebuild their lives, regardless of past hurts. - 🌐 **Community and Forgiveness**: Healthy ecclesial life thrives on mutual forgiveness and support, creating an environment where individuals can confess and heal together. - 🌈 **Joy in Forgiveness**: Experiencing and extending forgiveness creates profound joy, reflecting God's character and love in our interactions with others. - 🔄 **Trust and Boundaries**: While forgiveness is essential, rebuilding trust takes time and may require setting boundaries to protect oneself from future harm. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"]*************************************************************************************** This video was produced by the ChristadelphianVideo.org project, arranged and supported by Christadelphians worldwide. You can follow us online at.. #1 Our Main site...                      #2 Our podcast on Spotify..      #3 Our podcast on Apple.        #4 Our podcast on Podbean   #5 Our facebook...                      #6 Our Whats App..                      #7 Our Instagram...                     #8 Our X...                                       #9 Our YouTube Channel...     #10 Our Audio site ...                 Watch/read/Listen/ subscribe to  thoughts for the day CHRISTADELPHIANVIDEO.ORG, a worldwide collaboration by Christadelphians to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking the Truth about the Human condition and God's plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it. #Christadelphianvideo #christadelphianstalk #Christadelphians #bibletruthfeed #openbible #Gospeltruth #gospel #Christadelphian #bibletruthfeed #podcast[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] https://christadelphianvideo.org/studyvideo/family-matters-forgiveness/?feed_id=74838&_unique_id=66fa84a29b77a

The Wonder of Creation Shows that God is Real

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"] A @Christadelphians Video: Description: There has been no other time in man’s history knowing so much about world around us. Yet, society emphatically worships the created things versus the Creator. A detailed examination of birds and bees, give two examples of proof for a majestic and divine Engineer! ### Summary The video asserts that the wonders of creation and the existence of the nation of Israel confirm the reality of God and the Bible. ### Highlights - 🌍 The existence of Israel today signifies God's reality. - 📜 The Bible can be verified through history, archaeology, and prophecies. - 🌱 Creation itself serves as evidence of God's existence. - 🌌 Nature prompts us to ask "why" and "how." - 🐝 The complexity of bees illustrates intelligent design. - 🔍 The water cycle showcases God's engineering. - 🦅 Bird migration exemplifies innate guidance in nature. ### Key Insights - 🌟 The existence of Israel acts as a modern-day testament to God's promises, reinforcing faith for believers. - 📚 Historical and archaeological findings provide concrete validation for Biblical narratives, making them more relatable. - 🌿 Nature's intricacies compel us to explore the "why" of our existence, prompting deeper reflection on our purpose. - 🐝 The structure and function of bees indicate an intelligent designer, suggesting that complexity cannot arise from chance alone. - 💧 The water cycle is an example of purposeful creation, illustrating God's foresight in sustaining life on Earth. - 🌍 Birds possess inherent navigational skills, challenging the idea of mere chance in evolution and supporting the notion of a Creator. - 🎶 David's reflection in the Psalms emphasizes humanity's smallness in contrast to God's grandeur, inviting us to acknowledge the divine design in creation. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ju_ODcFcjJ0[/embedyt] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"]*************************************************************************************** This video was produced by the ChristadelphianVideo.org project, arranged and supported by Christadelphians worldwide. You can follow us online at.. #1 Our Main site...                      #2 Our podcast on Spotify..      #3 Our podcast on Apple.        #4 Our podcast on Podbean   #5 Our facebook...                      #6 Our Whats App..                      #7 Our Instagram...                     #8 Our X...                                       #9 Our YouTube Channel...     #10 Our Audio site ...                 Watch/read/Listen/ subscribe to  thoughts for the day CHRISTADELPHIANVIDEO.ORG, a worldwide collaboration by Christadelphians to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking the Truth about the Human condition and God's plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it. #Christadelphianvideo #christadelphianstalk #Christadelphians #bibletruthfeed #openbible #Gospeltruth #gospel #Christadelphian #bibletruthfeed #podcast[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] https://christadelphianvideo.org/studyvideo/the-wonder-of-creation-shows-that-god-is-real/?feed_id=74812&_unique_id=66fa7b48b34f5

Should Christians Vote?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"] A @Christadelphians Video: Description: God appoints kings and rulers to do His will, illustrated when He called the king of Assyria 'the rod of Mine anger'. Jesus gave believers the example when he said, 'My kingdom is not of this world.' Therefore Christians are encouraged to keep focussed on the ultimate goal which is the Kingdom of God. ### Summary The video discusses whether Christians should participate in politics and voting, emphasizing that God appoints rulers and Christians should focus on His Kingdom. ### Highlights - 📖 Diverse Christian views on voting exist; some support it while others oppose it. - 🤝 Christians are called to submit to authorities as they are appointed by God. - 🌍 Voting may not align with God's will, as He controls leadership. - ✝️ Jesus avoided political involvement, focusing on God's mission. - 📜 Historical examples illustrate God's sovereignty in appointing rulers. - ⏳ Christians should prioritize God's future Kingdom over political engagement. - ✋ As disciples of Christ, Christians are separate from worldly politics. ### Key Insights - ✝️ **Submission to Authority**: Christians are instructed to respect and submit to governmental authorities, as they are established by God. This highlights the importance of recognizing divine sovereignty in worldly affairs. - 👑 **God's Control**: The belief that God ultimately controls who is in power suggests that Christians need not concern themselves with voting, as it may contradict God's will. - 🗣️ **Jesus' Example**: Jesus’ avoidance of political activism serves as a model for Christians to focus on spiritual matters rather than worldly politics, emphasizing His mission over political engagements. - 📜 **Scriptural Precedents**: Biblical examples of rulers like Pharaoh, Nebuchadnezzar, and Cyrus illustrate that God raises leaders for His purposes, reinforcing that human elections are secondary to divine appointments. - 🏰 **Focus on God's Kingdom**: The anticipation of God's future Kingdom is paramount for Christians. This forward-looking faith encourages believers to prioritize their spiritual responsibilities over political involvement. - 🚶‍♂️ **Separation from Worldly Affairs**: Christians are called to live as citizens of heaven, which means remaining separate from worldly political processes, aligning with Christ's teachings. - ⚖️ **Conscience Over Conformity**: The call to love one's neighbor and follow God's will suggests that Christians should act in ways that reflect their faith, even when it means abstaining from political participation. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akzM9lZXmSA[/embedyt] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"]*************************************************************************************** This video was produced by the ChristadelphianVideo.org project, arranged and supported by Christadelphians worldwide. You can follow us online at.. #1 Our Main site...                      #2 Our podcast on Spotify..      #3 Our podcast on Apple.        #4 Our podcast on Podbean   #5 Our facebook...                      #6 Our Whats App..                      #7 Our Instagram...                     #8 Our X...                                       #9 Our YouTube Channel...     #10 Our Audio site ...                 Watch/read/Listen/ subscribe to  thoughts for the day CHRISTADELPHIANVIDEO.ORG, a worldwide collaboration by Christadelphians to help promote the understanding of God's Word to those who are seeking the Truth about the Human condition and God's plan and Purpose with the Earth and Mankind upon it. #Christadelphianvideo #christadelphianstalk #Christadelphians #bibletruthfeed #openbible #Gospeltruth #gospel #Christadelphian #bibletruthfeed #podcast[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] https://christadelphianvideo.org/studyvideo/should-christians-vote-2/?feed_id=74786&_unique_id=66fa73c724aa8