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Separation, Isolation and Identification ; The Heart of Bible Study

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Grace & Peace

An e-periodical for spiritual enlightenment,

edification and encouragement

Issue No.013 <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns =
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In this issue:-

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Perspective: -<SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
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Worthy quotes: -<SPAN
style="mso-spacerun: yes">                          Sacrifice

Brief article: -<B
style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">                             The Heart of Bible Study

<SPAN style="COLOR:
fuchsia">Sermon Out line: -                       Angelic Ministry for the Saints.

Anecdote: -<SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
yes">                                  Bungled Burglar

To ponder over: -   <SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
yes">               1Pet.2:9

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Perspective: -<B
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<FONT face="Times New
Roman">            Bro. M & family is in trouble. The reason: - neighboring women ridiculed Mrs. M for having no ornaments and a bindi on her forehead. Their harassment came to the extent of stopping her drawing water from the common well. Now Mrs. M wants to make some compromise out of compulsion but Bro. M doesnt want to comply.

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It is not an isolated case. The issue is not just Christians dress or ornaments, but our separate identity. Can a believer follow a distinct biblical life where ever he/she may be? Is it necessary to adopt the style of the place where we stay? Is it necessary for us to follow the crowd, sacrificing our principle and faith?

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It is definitely an important issue especially in this liberal, promiscuous age. There will be much pressure from many quarters to walk like others.

Through out the scriptures we read that Gods people are called upon to lead a separated life unto the Lord. Gen.12:1ff.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
yes"> Israelites were often warned against following the style of the gentiles. Josh. 23:7-16. They were severely punished for conforming to the pagan life. Num.25:1-9. Separation was their strength and basis for their blessings. Judg.16:17, Num.23:8, 9.

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TEXT-ALIGN: justify; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; tab-stops: .5in 321.0pt; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt">In the New Testament too separation is an important truth. Our Lord lived a separated life. Heb.7:26. Corinthian church is exhorted to maintain separation. 2 Cor. 7:14-18. The meaning and implication of redemption advocate a separate identity for a Christian. The truth of regeneration and new life make it mandatory. The very nature and attributes of our God also demand it.

But what is the extend of separation? What are the areas where we need to maintain separation?

The Lord Jesus was often accused by the Pharisees for her proximity to the sinners and publicans. He ate with them and loved them. His effort was not to copy their life style but to win them. Daniel and friends did not oppose at the name changing but took a stand when they were challenged to compromise their faith and food.

That means there are areas where we can identify with others. Such co-operation sans

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mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; tab-stops: .5in 321.0pt; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt"> We must maintain our identity yet identifying with others where ever we can. This balance should be kept as we live among different people. The Lord and the saints lived in such a manner. It is our responsibility to know well of our standard from the word of God and take a stand.

<div class=MsoNormal
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He has promised unparalleled wisdom, blessings and assistance to help us face such a situation. Luke.21:13-15, 18, 19. Peter exhorts, If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed
for the spirit of Glory and of God rests on you. 1Pet.4:14.

N T K

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Worthy quotes:- Sacrifice

<SPAN style="mso-tab-count:
6"> C.T. Studd

Not what we stand for but what we fall for is the true test of strength.

A converted heart (1Cor.2:616). The unsaved person cannot understand spiritual truths, because they are revealed only by the Spirit of God. The Bible is
the only book you can not understand unless you know the Author personally.
A clean heart (Ps.51:10). Sin robs of fellowship with God, and we must be sure that we have confessed our sins and received His forgiveness (1Joh.1:9).

A believing heart (Heb.11:3, 6). When we have faith in God, then He can teach us His word; and as we receive His word, He increases our faith (Rom.10:17). The Bible is the word of faith (Rom.10:8) and is understood by those who have childlike faith in God (Matt. 11:25, 26).

An obedient heart (John.7:17). Unless we are willing to
obey what He teaches us, He will not us. It has well been said that obedience is the organ of spiritual knowledge. You do not get the blessing simply reading the Word, or even studying it, but by obeying it (James 1:25).

<FONT
face="Times New Roman" size=3>As Gods own children, we should love His Word (Ps.119:97), learn His Word (rom.15:40), and live His Word (James 1:2225).

<SPAN
style="mso-tab-count: 4"> Warren W.Wiersbe

Point out the way we should go. Exo. 23:20; 32:34

Prepare us for coming conflict Judg.6:1122

Provide for our need in time of discouragement. 1King. 19:5

Protect us in time of danger. 2King. <SPAN
style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold">16:17 Ps.34:7, Act.12:612
Prevent harm from coming to us. Dan. 3:28;6:22, 2
Kin.19:34
Pull us out of difficulties. Gen.19:1524Act.5:19; 12:711
<SPAN
style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold">Preserves us in all our journeying. Gen.24:7,40; Isa.63:9, Act.27:2324

<SPAN style="COLOR:
fuchsia">Anecdote: - Bungled Burglar

<div class=MsoNormal style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt;
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<SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt; COLOR: blue;
FONT-FAMILY: 'Courier New'"> But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness in to his wonderful light.

<div class=MsoNormal style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; BORDER-LEFT:
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<FONT face="Times New
Roman"> Bro. M & family is in trouble. The reason: - neighboring women ridiculed Mrs. M for having no ornaments and a bindi on her forehead. Their harassment came to the extent of stopping her drawing water from the common well. Now Mrs. M wants to make some compromise out of compulsion but Bro. M doesnt want to comply.

A converted heart (1Cor.2:616). The unsaved person cannot understand spiritual truths, because they are revealed only by the Spirit of God. The Bible is
the only book you can not understand unless you know the Author personally.
A clean heart (Ps.51:10). Sin robs of fellowship with God, and we must be sure that we have confessed our sins and received His forgiveness (1Joh.1:9).

An obedient heart (John.7:17). Unless we are willing to
obey what He teaches us, He will not us. It has well been said that obedience is the organ of spiritual knowledge. You do not get the blessing simply reading the Word, or even studying it, but by obeying it (James 1:25).

<FONT
face="Times New Roman" size=3>As Gods own children, we should love His Word (Ps.119:97), learn His Word (rom.15:40), and live His Word (James 1:2225).

<SPAN
style="mso-tab-count: 4"> Warren W.Wiersbe

Point out the way we should go. Exo. 23:20; 32:34

Prepare us for coming conflict Judg.6:1122

Provide for our need in time of discouragement. 1King. 19:5

Protect us in time of danger. 2King. <SPAN
style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold">16:17 Ps.34:7, Act.12:612
Prevent harm from coming to us. Dan. 3:28;6:22, 2
Kin.19:34
Pull us out of difficulties. Gen.19:1524Act.5:19; 12:711
<SPAN
style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold">Preserves us in all our journeying. Gen.24:7,40; Isa.63:9, Act.27:2324

<SPAN style="COLOR:
fuchsia">Anecdote: - Bungled Burglar

<div class=MsoNormal style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt;
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<div class=MsoNormal style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; BORDER-LEFT:
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