Paul Schneider – German opponent of Hitler

Paul Schneider – German opponent of Hitler

by | Dec 5, 2020 | Uncategorized

‘Somebody has to preach God’s word in this hell.’
– Paul Schneider
Throughout 1915 the First World War raged in both western and eastern Europe. In the German onslaught in the east against Russia, Paul Robert Schneider, an eighteen-year-old German soldier, received a serious wound in the stomach. For his bravery he was awarded the Iron Cross.

After surgery and recovery from it, Paul Schneider fought in the artillery against Britain and France. His courage did not go unrecognized. By the end of the war he had risen to the rank of lieutenant. At about the same time another German soldier ended the war as a corporal. His name was Adolf Hitler.

Adolf Hitler is now regarded as one of the most evil men who has ever lived. For twelve years, from 1933 to 1945, his political party, the National Socialists, or Nazis, dominated the life of Germany. For many years after 1933 his following among the German people was almost complete. Cheering crowds greeted him with rapturous enthusiasm whenever he appeared in public. He was idolized like a god. His power was so great that he led his people into an aggressive war in which millions died. His legacy to the country he ruled as a dictator was ruin and shame.

During those fateful years, the opposition to Hitler within Germany was so small that it was crushed with ease. Those who openly protested against Nazi ideology or policies paid a heavy price. The great scientist Einstein pointed out the origins of the most effective resistance. ‘Only the Church stood squarely across the path of Hitler’s campaign to suppress truth…it had the courage to stand for intellectual truth and moral freedom.’ Continue reading….

Encouragement From The Book of Romans

Encouragement From The Book of Romans

by | Nov 21, 2020 | Encouragement

Romans 8:15 For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, “Abba, Father.”
Here are three points to consider from the book of Romans, chapter 8:15-30.

1.) Our Assurance 

Our assurance is directly tied into our adoption. The scripture uses the words Spirit of adoption, signifying that God Himself elected and selected us for His very own. Children themselves never adopt the father, but always the parent adopting the child. The word Abba, which means “my father” is so powerfully communicated in this verse that it provokes the highest response and reaction of a true child of God. This knowledge that our beloved Father has chosen us for His own, even in our vile state, brings with it a power from on high, filled with the Holy Spirt, that enables us to pass through any trial, and creates within us a filial love that conquers all. 

Charles Spurgeon says, “Whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” This is the highest form of confidence that can be thought of, — that a child of God should be able, even when he is forced to cry, to cry nothing less than, “Abba, Father.” At his lowest, when he is full of sorrow and grief, even in his cryings and lamentings, he sticks to “Abba, Father.” This is a joyous confidence indeed! Oh, that God may give it to you, dearly beloved, to the very full!”

2:) Our Suffering 

We must come to terms that the Christian life is not a life of ease. but rather a life of rejection, pain, persecution and hardship. But, in the end, eternal life, and never ending happiness in the presence of our God forever. Understanding our relationship with our father, birthed by the Spirit of God fuels us through this painful existence until we make it to the celestial city. Our future hope.

Romans 8:17 and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ,  if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together. 

Philippians 1:29  For to you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake, 

3.) Our Future Hope 

We do not have to nervous and anxious over the outcome of the election. Whatever happen we must look at from the light of our text. That regardless of whatever chaos comes, we know that these “groanings” only excite the children of God to look more forward to the end. The bible says, in Romans 8:19 For the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God.

So remember, you are an adopted son, or daughter. Elected by our Creator. Chosen for His glory, Remember that your suffering, regardless of their magnitude, will not be abolished when our Lord returns, or you die before His coming. Remember, ground yourself in this reality, that your future is in His hands. Rejoice while it is still day.

he inward man is being renewed day by day. 17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory,2 Corinthians 4:16 Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet t

These present suffering and affliction are not even worthy to be compared with awaits us in the near future. This should make us rejoice! These present suffering are conforming more into the image of God’s dear Son. 

with the glory which shall be revealed in us. not worthy to be compared Romans 8:18 For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are

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A Few Books Every Christian Should Read

A Few Books Every Christian Should Read

by | Oct 21, 2020 | Uncategorized

Charles Spurgeon once said, “Master those books you have. Read them thoroughly. Bathe in them until they saturate you. Read and reread them…digest them. Let them go into your very self. Peruse a good book several times and make notes and analyses of it. A student will find that his mental constitution is more affected by one book thoroughly mastered than by twenty books he has merely skimmed.”

It is said that Pastor John Macarthur reads three hours a day. We all know that the book of all books is the Holy Bible, but as Christians we should also read and study heavily in many subjects. I personally enjoy history, biography, philosophy, apologetics, and theology. Pastors, above all should be readers. But also should every believer who makes good use of his time. Wasting hours online, frantically fielding messages back and forth until pretty much the whole day is spent on nothing.

Spurgeon continues “Give yourself unto reading. The man who never reads will never be read; he who never quotes will never be quoted. He who will not use the thoughts of other men’s brains, proves that he has no brains of his own. You need to read. . . . We are quite persuaded that the very best way for you to be spending your leisure time, is to be either reading or praying. You may get much instruction from books which afterwards you may use as a true weapon in your Lord and Master’s service. Paul cries, “Bring the books” — join in the cry.”

Well, here are a few books that every Christian should read.

1.) Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon
2.) Christian Leaders Of The 18th Century by J.C. Ryle
3.) Pushing the Antithesis by Dr. Greg Bahnsen
4.) George Müller of Bristol: His Life of Prayer and Faith by A.T. Pierson
5.) Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther
6.) The Sovereignty of God by A.W. Pink
7.) The Forgotten Spurgeon by Iain Murray
8.) The Works of Francis Schaeffer
9.) The Pilgrims Progress
10.) Foxes book of Martyrs

These ten titles should be on your shelf. But most importantly they should be read and reread. This list is a great start for anyone wanting to get a good grip on the reality of the Christian faith in action. Always put the scriptures first, but spend much time with your face in books. You will never regret the blessing they will have on you and the many souls you come in contact with.

God bless

Jeff
Your Work Is Not In Vain

Your Work Is Not In Vain

by | Oct 4, 2020 | Encouragement

Greetings to all of you dear Saints,

I wanted to encourage you to continue in the faith. Sometimes it seems like the world around us is falling apart and in complete chaos. Many of us struggle with fear and anxiety, not knowing what the future holds. Many of us spend hours drinking in the latest news, watching and scrolling through YouTube videos, only to find ourselves still scratching our heads.

If we are not careful, we can become so distracted that our walk with Christ becomes cold, and we start to resemble the world, more than we resemble our Master. James 1:14 says, “But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.”

The Amplified Bible says, “Leave no [such] room or foothold for the devil [give no opportunity to him].”

1st Peter 2:8 says, Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.

We must be on guard against our own heart, and the schemes of the enemy. We must, by God’s grace turn to the Lord, the One who is in charge of all things, the One who is never falling apart, confused or caught off guard. Here are a few simple ways to get yourself back in step with the Holy Spirit and right fellowship and communion with God.

1.) Meditate on God’s Word. The bible says, if we meditate on God’s Word opposed to the words of men, especially those who invoke fear and instill uncertainty.

Psalms 1:3 “And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.”

2.) Prayer Spending time alone with God. George Muller once said that spending time with God would relieve his anxiety, and leave him calm and restful in the Lord. Try to find a quiet place, where there is no distractions. Put your cell phone away, otherwise you may be tempted to check texts, and emails. Open your bible and read it, meditate on God’s Word and converse with Him through His unchanging Word. This will bring clarity, peace and strength into your life. Your faith will increase and your fear will disappear.

3,) Go to Church- God has established His church to build community, sustain and nourish relationships. The local church gives a stable environment of believers. It affirms our faith. Its a place where the family of God gather together and worships together, Its a place where the family of God is nourished in the preaching of God’s Word. Its the fellowship of the Saints. The church is place where God’s love is on display.

4.) Evangelize – Get out and proclaim the excellencies of Christ to a world that is lost and dying. Dare to step out and confront the madness of this crazy sin infected world with the power of Christ and His Gospel. Realize that this Gospel saved you, and its the only remedy for the plight of sinful and lost people.

Remember this, that your work, even what we may deem unimportant or insignificant, is not forgotten and unseen. God takes into account those things which glorify Him, regardless of how mundane they may seem, We don’t have to be heroic by the worlds standards to get noticed by God, we need to be faithful and loyal to what He has called each and everyone of us to do and be. Jesus said first, we are to love the Lord our God with all of our heart, and with all of our soul, and with all of our mind. And second we are to ‘Love our neighbors as ourselves.’

Don’t give up!

Jeff Rose

“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable.
Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”

– 1 Corinthians 15

Six Short Rules for Young Christians

Six Short Rules for Young Christians

by | Aug 17, 2020 | Uncategorized

These six short rules for young Christians come to us from the pen of Brownlow North, an evangelist, preacher, and writer who lived from 1810–1865. While these helpful habits are addressed to the young believer, it is clear that they ought to be embraced by all Christians.
1. Never neglect daily private prayer; and when you pray, remember that God is present, and that He hears your prayers. (Heb. 11:6).

2. Never neglect daily private Bible reading; and when you read remember that God is speaking to you, and that you are to believe and act upon what He says. I believe all backsliding begins with the neglect of these two rules. (John 5:39).

3. Never let a day pass without trying to do something for Jesus. Every night reflect on what Jesus has done for you, and then ask yourself, “What am I doing for Him”? (Matt. 5: 13-16)

4. If you are in doubt as to a thing being right or wrong, go to your room and kneel down and ask God’s blessing on it. (Col. 3:17). If you cannot do this, it is wrong. (Roms. 16:23).

5. Never take your Christianity from Christians, or argue that because such and such people do so and so, therefore, you may. (2 Cor. 10:12). You are to ask yourself, “How would Christ act in my place”? And strive to follow Him (John 10:27)

6. Never believe what you feel, if it contradicts God’s Word. Ask yourself, “Can what I feel be true if God’s Word is true”? And if BOTH cannot be true, believe God and make your own heart the liar. (Roms. 3:4. 1 John 5:10-11).

NOTE:

Brownlow North was a man greatly used of God in the great 1859 Revival that swept the North of Ireland. His grandfather was the Bishop of Winchester, who was the son of Lord North, and once Prime Minister of England. Brownlow North, then, was an aristocrat; but, as we well know, position has no bearing on a man’s spiritual quality, and Brownlow North spent his days in godless living. “For forty-four years of my life,” he tells us, “my object was to pass time pleasantly; so long as the day was spent agreeably I was satisfied”. In 1854, God laid him low with a sever illness and raised him to life eternal to work the works of God. Two books give us an insight into the life and work of Brownlow North. “Wilt thou go with this man?” The story of his life; and “The Rich Man and Lazarus”, which is a collection of the sermons which he preached during that great awakening in 1859.