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Post by Admin on Oct 24, 2013 9:19:33 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Oct 24, 2013 9:22:58 GMT -5
TMSR_Oct_2013.pdf (91.02 KB) Oct 2810. How was Jesus' sacrificial death "a corresonding ransom"? (1 Timothy 2:6)[w11 6/15 p. 13 par. 11][/u]. However, the Bible does not say that any potential offspring of Jesus formed part of the ransom. Romans 5:15-19 makes the point that the death of just “one man” provided the release. Yes, Jesus’ perfect life corresponded to Adam’s. The focus is, and should be, on Jesus Christ alone. It became possible for men of all sorts to receive the free gift and life because of Jesus’ “one act of justification,” his course of obedience and integrity even to death. (2 Cor. 5:14, 15; 1 Pet. 3:18) How did that result come about?"[/ul]
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2013 13:05:27 GMT -5
Attachment DeletedNov 41. What will help us to exhibit mildness is in dealing with secular authorities? (Titus 3:2)[w03 4/1 p. 25 par. 18-19][/u]will help us recognize his supreme authority and give governmental authorities the relative subjection that they are due. (Romans 13:1, 4; 1 Timothy 2:1, 2) Even when those in high station seek to limit the public expression of our worship of Jehovah, we gladly look for ways that are still open to offer our sacrifice of praise.—Hebrews 13:15. 19 Under no circumstances do we resort to belligerence. We strive to be reasonable while never compromising righteous principles. In this way, our brothers succeed in pursuing their ministry in 234 lands around the world. We heed Paul’s counsel to “be in subjection and be obedient to governments and authorities as rulers, to be ready for every good work, to speak injuriously of no one, not to be belligerent, to be reasonable, exhibiting all mildness toward all men.”—Titus 3:1, 2." wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2003245#p22[/ul]
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2013 13:54:48 GMT -5
Nov 42. What can we learn from Paul's words at Philemon 4, 5 and 7? [w08 10/15 p. 31 par. 1 & 2. w92 4/15 p.25 par.2][/b] [...]Setting an example for all overseers, Paul handles the sensitive matter about Onesimus by giving, not an order, but exhortation “on the basis of love.” He tells Philemon: “Trusting in your compliance, I am writing you, knowing you will even do more than the things I say.”—Philem. 8, 9, 21." wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2008768#p17" Paul’s letter further reminds elders of the value of commendation and tact. He begins by acknowledging that ‘the tender affections of the holy ones were refreshed through’ Philemon. ( Verse 7) This sincere commendation no doubt put Philemon in a more receptive frame of mind. Similarly today, counsel or advice can often be cushioned with sincere, warm commendation. And such counsel should be, not blunt or tactless, but generously “seasoned with salt” so as to be more palatable to the listener.—Colossians 4:6. The apostle Paul further expressed confidence that Philemon would do the right thing, saying: “Trusting in your compliance, I am writing you, knowing you will even do more than the things I say.” (Verse 21) Elders, do you express the same confidence in your fellow Christians? Does this not help them want to do what is right?" - w92 4/15 p.25 par.2[/ul]
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2013 14:01:25 GMT -5
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