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Why Have You Forsaken Me?

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

As is often the case with bible stories, there is more being revealed than what appears on the surface. When Jesus uttered the words 'my God, my God, why have you forsaken me' he was doing much more than lamenting his fate. Jesus was quoting the first and identifying line of Psalm 22... a thousand year old prophecy that would pinpoint the identity of the true Messiah. Until this time, the Psalms were known by the opening words, as the verses and chapters were not yet applied (chapters 13th century and verses 16th century approx.,). Jesus effectively identified that he was the one that Psalm 22 referred to and that the details surrounding his death, also matched the contents of the Psalm.

The Assurance of Scriptural Salvation

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

When God saves people, he does it in such a way that leaves no room for doubt… scripturally or emotionally. Doubts and fears (even false doctrine), can only rise when people move away from full scriptural evidence and start relying upon partial or incomplete references. Faith on its own is not enough, because faith is one sided. Unless God responds in a scriptural manner, then faith is vain… faith is a ripcord, it is not a parachute...the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit is where salvation dwells. Jesus said that signs and wonders would follow true believers... this allows true bible faith to be established.

When Do Christians Rise and Meet the Lord?

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

While we are in the world we are subjected to diseases, violence, war and natural disasters; to all of which the Lord has strongly suggested, that prayer can be very effective counter measure. However, at the point when God determines that the Holy Spirit will no longer be poured out (the end of the New Testament age), and the fiery judgment of God begins… at this point the saints will be gathered together by the Lord, while the earth faces God’s wrath. This cleansing process is both catastrophic, yet vital; as it allows the earth to get a fresh start without the clutter of 6000 years of human rebellion and corruption. This study will reveal that the saints are protected from the wrath of God… the rest of the world isn’t.

The Fear of the Lord

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

A genuine and healthy fear of God, coupled with the anointing of the Spirit, is essential for salvation. It is also vital for overcoming the various temptations of this life. While many focus on 'love', they overlook the fact that a good relationship with God, is impossible without understanding the value of fear. A healthy respect for the Lord develops the true and effective love, which God describes. Fear is the attitudinal foundation upon which salvation can be built; this is the solid basis upon which true Godly love functions. We are reminded that the battle of life is only resolved, when death is defeated... this should be the primary commitment of all humans... anything less, is to be greatly feared.

Why Live a Christian Life?

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

The reason Christ came to the earth was to summarise the value of a God given life. He did this by revealing the failings of Godless living; he also promoted and demonstrated the most successful way to serve God. He sacrificed his life so that we could have another chance... he also cancelled the power that death and sin have over us. He revealed the new life that would be possible, through the anointing of the Holy Spirit. He alone made Christian life a possibility, for those who look for it and live in it.

Jesus, Advocate For Sinners

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

The Christian life is a life full of hope and opportunity. Whenever we have needs or find ourselves out of our depth, Jesus Christ acts on our behalf for us... he takes over when the going gets too tough. This role that Jesus takes on has a special name, the term used is 'advocate'... one who comforts and defends. The role of advocate is two edged... we are defended against our shortcomings and failings and are personally supported at the same time.

If You Really Knew the Gift of God

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

Most people would be stunned in disbelief if they comprehended what God was freely offering them. In a world that has been dumbed down by spiritual corruption and extraverted pleasure seeking; it is left to God's faithful workers to spread the fabulous news of the true gospel. This is certainly not a recent problem for God.

The Truly Personal Benefits of the Spirit

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

When you have the Holy Spirit you also have some very powerful tools to help you through every aspect of life... in every period of time... no matter what. The only thing that will get in the way is unbelief. This presentation will highlight the Lord's ability to manage every one of these issues... in a very personal way.

The Mystery of Jesus Christ Part Four

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

We have clearly seen that faulty church doctrine, ignorance, rebellion and a host of religious failings, have left most people totally ignorant of what Jesus Christ represented and why he came and died as a perfect sacrifice for the human race. God resolved all of these human failings by filling people with the Holy Spirit with signs following, so they need not get caught out through deceit or ignorance. This summary reveals many of the mysteries that have confused generations of worshippers.

The Mystery of Jesus Christ Part Three

By Pastor Brad Smith [Brisbane]

There is one very sad reason for the ignorance that surrounds Jesus Christ. Many religious and political leaders have done their best over the last 2000 years to limit or deny the true power that Christ made available to the human race. Even today, there are continuous attacks on Christian values with many religious leaders compromised towards humanist and social engineering. The following scriptures clearly reveal, how insidious some people with power over others, tend to be. Jesus was sent to free the world from sin and to encourage people to be led of the Spirit... not men.

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