If we are devoid of a theology of suffering, we are in danger of marginalizing our expectations of heaven… If we conclude that we are now to experience total healing, unfettered joy, unparalleled success, and freedom from pain, then why be concerned about heaven? How did Paul handle his sufferings and encourage the church to face theirs? Not by trying to produce heaven on earth but by recognizing that for the Christian the best is yet to be. He took the moment and put it in the larger context of God’s unfolding purpose, not only for time but also in eternity (2 Corinthians 4:16-18).
Alistair Begg

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#1 · May 3, 2002, 7:24 pm

Posted by: jmichaelwalls <jmichaelwalls@...>

I do not know how many of you get this regularly but he sends some great quotes.  Tell him I recommended you.
Pastor Mike Walls
Freedom Baptist Church Smithfield, NC
All scriptures are King James Bible
Isa. 41:10
 
----- Forwarded Message -----
From: "H. Fred Nofer" <gbf6@aies.net&gt;
To: "Rev2 mail" <rev2@tech-stars.net&gt;
Date: Wed, 1 May 2002 21:32:35 -0700
Subject: GBF 5/2/02
 

"Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises...."  2 Peter 1:4
 
   "His promises are checks to be cashed, not mere mottoes to hang on the wall."  -  Vance Havner
 
   "Through promises we learn what God has willed to us, we learn what we may claim as our heritage, we learn how we should pray. But faith itself must rest on the character of God."  -  A. W. Tozer
 
   "What greater rebellion, impiety, or insult to God can there be, than not to believe His promises?"  -  Martin Luther
 
TOMORROW in 1675, a law was passed by the State of Massachusetts requiring that church doors be locked during the service.  The problem this attempted to solve was the exodus of people before the long sermon was completed.
 

  The purpose of GBF Ministries is to glorify the Lord.  Our goals are to encourage, challenge, and comfort believers in Christ. 
  GBF quotations are sent weekdays except holidays, DV.   For your friends to subscribe, they may send "subscribe" to GBF6@aies.net.   
  Privately we are also happy to answer individual questions about NT Greek, Bible or Theology sent to this e-mail address.  
  Support sent to GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP, INC., Box 33392, Reno, NV 89533 is tax deductible.
  H. Fred Nofer, Th. D., D.D.

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