How to handle crisis Like Jesus did? Bible study on feeding the 5000

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Introduction

Though today's Bible study is based on Matthew 14:13-21, we must understand that it is related to the previous verses. I have given the first part of the verse below. First read it carefully.

"Now when Jesus heard this (When He heard of John the Baptist's death) he went away from there privately in a boat to an isolated place. But when the crowd heard about it, they followed him on foot from the towns…." Matthew 14:13-21 (Emphasis mine)

So as we see that the first crisis (disguised as persecution) breaks out in first 12 verses of chapter 14. And the rest of the narrative explains how Jesus responded to this crisis situation? Let's see what can we learn from this story.

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Yohan Perera 30 May 2010 Bible studies feeding the 5000, study on Matthew 14:13-21 2 Comments

Bible study: How to wait for God’s appointed time?

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Introduction

Text: Selected scripture portions from the book of Genesis Chapters 14, 15, 17, 18.

Look at the picture above. You see a mother who is expecting to give birth to a baby. The baby will not be born over a night. It takes 10 months for the baby to be fully formed in Mother’s womb and after that period he is ready to see this world. In other words the appointed time for his/her birth comes after 10 months and the parents have to wait patiently while taking care of the unborn child.

God also has an appointed time for everything. The bible says,

“For everything there is an appointed time, and an appropriate time for every activity on earth:” (Ecclesiastes 3:1, NET)

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Yohan Perera 17 March 2010 Bible studies abraham, bible study 1 Comment

Bible study: How to influence our world for Jesus Christ? Philippians 1:27-30, 2:12-18

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Bible verses used: Read Philippians 1:27-30 & 2:12-18

In these passages we read how St. Paul encouraged the believers of Philippi to apply their faith in Christ to their social life. It is clear that God’s intention is that believers should have an active influence for good in society (See Matthew 5:16). If we avoid society by locking our selves into a round of safe Christian activities and meetings, we cannot influence our world for God.

1. Contending for the faith

Even though Paul was unsure of the outcome of his imprisonment and impending trial, he was concerned that – whatever the outcome – his friends at Philippi should continue to live for God.

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Yohan Perera 13 December 2009 Bible studies bible study, philippians 1:27-30, philippians 2:12-18 No Comments

A study on fasting and prayer

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Introduction

In today’s Bible study I want to address the practice of fasting prayer. I will be discussing it’s biblical basis, history, it’s purpose in spiritual realm and most importantly it’s importance to us?

Is it biblical to fast and pray?

Yes, it’s Biblical. A quick look at the Old Testament and New Testament history can give us evidence that fasting and prayer is biblical.

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A Bible study on salt and light Matthew 5:13-16

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Imagine your doctor advises you to avoid Salt. What is the best substitute you can find? (there are sweeteners for sugar and Pepper for chilly) Nothing right? There’s no substitute for Salt.

This is why Jesus said that we are the Salt of the earth. You cannot be replaced. Since the ancient days Salt had three major applications. It was used as a flavor, as a preserver and as a fertilizer as well. In other words to make things better. God have put us on the earth to make it a better place. So today’s study is about being Salt and the light. Let us see.

‘Ye are the Salt of the earth: but if the Salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be Salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men…’ Matthew 5:13-16 (KJV)