TerryReese

In our second message in this series, we demonstrate that the narratives of Genesis 1-11 are written in the form of REAL HISTORY (as opposed to Poetry, Symbolic Parable, or some other genre of literature). We also guide the viewer through a swift of overview of the thrilling events of Creation Week.

The Ten Commandments tell us "...in six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth, the sea and all that is in them" (Ex. 20:11). A simple and direct affirmation, and yet, a most controversial one----even within the pale of professing evangelicalism! In this introduction to a series of messages, we seek to offer some solid BIBLICAL reasons as to why Christians would be well-advised to accept the simplicity and integrity of the Biblical narrative: namely, that the Days of Genesis chapter 1 are in fact LITERAL, 24-HOUR, SOLAR DAYS--and constitute the basis and pattern for our seven-day week.

WE'RE ALL DOOMED--according to the prevailing Big Bang Cosmology--but NOT according to the Word of God (2 Pet. 3:13, Rev. 21-22)!!! This is our fourth and final message contrasting the Biblical doctrine of Creation ex Nihilo vs. various rival, pagan cosmologies--including the popular "Big Bang Theory." The Big Bang concept not only offers men an explanation for the Universe's origins, but also an ESCHATOLOGY (i.e., doctrine of final events), leading to at least three potential--and equally grim--outcomes: Cosmic Death by a "Big Freeze, Cosmic Death by a "Big Crunch," or Cosmic Death by a "Big Rip." How much better to be Christian, one who is "looking for the city which has foundations, whose architect and builder is God (Heb. 11:10)."

In our third message on the doctrine of Creation ex Nihilo, we engage in a historical survey of the world's proposed alternatives to the Biblical account of Creation--whether it be the pagan mythological scenarios of antiquity or the fanciful narratives woven by our modern neo-pagan pseudo-sciences.

The creation of the Universe out of nothing (Creation ex Nihilo) is a great sign-miracle that points to the infinite greatness of our God (Rom. 1:20)--and He demands that we affirm this great truth in faith (Heb. 11:3)! This week we examine the Scriptures that affirm this doctrine, and the creative activity of our Lord Jesus Christ.

This is first of four messages on the astonishing and foundational Bible Doctrine of Creation ex Nihilo (e.g., God's supernatural creation of the Universe employing no pre-existent material). Our first message defines the basic concepts involved.

Our final message in our series on the twin enigmas of Antisemitism and Jewish Survival underscores the glorious consummation of God's ultimate plan and destiny for the Chosen People--to "restore the fallen tent of David" (Amos 9:11)!

In an 1898 essay, Mark Twain--who happened to be a religious skeptic--expressed deep and well-founded amazement over the vile and disturbing enigma of irrational antisemitism. With the Word of God as our infallible guide, we hope to shed some light upon this strange phenomenon that so mystified America's greatest humorist.

In this second message on the twin enigmas of antisemitism & Jewish survival, we follow-up on our historical survey of world-antisemitism (our first message) by looking at Bible prophecy concerning the future outrages that will be associated with the Antichrist who is to come. After this, we observe the fulfilment of Gen. 12:2-3 in terms of the amazing & disproportionate level of Jewish contributions to betterment of mankind--which dramatically underscores the wildly irrational and utterly contemptible nature of modern antisemitism.

Half a millennium before Christ, Zechariah predicted that Jerusalem would become "a cup of trembling" and "a burdensome stone" for the nations (Zech. 12:2-3). This will come to full fruition during the upcoming seven years of Great Tribulation--but even now, we see Jerusalem at the center of international activity and disturbances. In this message, we trace the history of the Temple Mount from the fall of the Second Temple (Matt. 24:1-2; AD 70) unto the Present.

In light of the rise of viscous antisemitism that was made manifest in the cruel and cowardly onslaught of Oct. 7, 2023 and its toxic aftermath, we offer some vital information to the public in order to counteract the poisonous influence of Holocaust-denial, and to answer some of the slanderous accusations that have been raised against the Hebrew People. This is the first of a series of messages that examines the riddle of Antisemitism, as well as the accompanying mystery of Jewish survival---despite the challenges posed by cultural assimilation and violent persecution. We begin by exploring the enormity of Satan's hatred for the Chosen People (Rev. 12:1--6, 13, 17) as witnessed in the dark tapestry of human history, from age-to-age and region-to-region.

The beginning of a New Year provides us with an opportunity to reflect upon the brevity & fragility of our present mortal existence--and to rededicate ourselves to follow Paul's admonition to "put on Christ (Rom. 13:14)!"

The Head of a New Year provides us with the opportunity to soberly reflect upon the brevity and fragility of our mortal existence--as the Scriptures often call upon us to do! What TIME is it? Time to AWAKE and to "put on Christ (Rom. 13:14)!!!"

Micah's sweeping and extraordinary prophecy of the coming of Theanthropic Person (God-Man) to a specifically-named location some 700 years in the future and the subsequent episodes of His career is our focus in today's message. This is an astonishing and exciting prophecy that reveals the very "finger of God!"

It would seem that Grinches come in all shapes and varieties: some (expectedly) from the secular realm (e.g., the ACLU), and others (perhaps less expectedly) from professing Christian circles. This message is offered chiefly as a response to the latter group--who are often sincere & devout people who are concerned by lingering concerns with regard to the alleged "paganism" & "popery" associated with the celebration of Christmas. We hope that this message will serve to liberate some to be able to participate in the joy of the season and join in the godly & wholesome celebration that the angels and the shepherds inaugurated some 2,000 years ago (Luke 2:13-14, 20)! A briefer audio mp3 version of this message that was preached by Pastor Reese at the Valley Grace Brethren Church of Armagh, PA on 12/10/23 is available at https://archive.org/details/christmas-celebrate-live-12-10-23

In this special extended-length message, we wrap-up our mini-series on gender-based roles within the home and in the church. In the first part of this message, we examine what Paul has to say about female preachers in 1 Cor. 14, and respond to the question of the Apostle's alleged "misogyny." In the second part, we demonstrate how NOT to handle the SCRIPTURES by looking at how Egalitarians (particularly megachurch superstar Rick Warren) employ a faulty hermeneutic in applying the Biblical data to the discussion.

Those "holiday blahs;" in our cynicism, we sometimes welcome the arrival of yet another Christmas in a lackadaisical manner--just as we take our local church and God's other works in our day for granted. We see believers despising the "Day of Small Things" (Zech. 4:10) and adopt a matter-of-fact attitude to what the Lord is doing in our midst--even now--during this time of preparation as we await the great events associated with glorious Second Appearing of our Lord. As we study the message of the prophet Haggai, let us be mindful that the First Advent of our Lord which we celebrate is all about the coming of the great "Desire of Nations" (Haggai 2:7)--and is thus something worth getting EXCITED about!

Our third message in this miniseries examining gender-based roles and distinctives takes up the matter of the Divinely prescribed order within the Christian Home, examining such passages as Eph. 5:22-33, Col. 3:18-21, 1 Cor. 11:3, and 1 Pet. 3:1-7.

Our 4th message in this miniseries examining the question of appropriate gender-based roles takes up the controversial topic of women in the pastoral ministry, as we begin by looking at the pastoral qualifications of 1 Tim. 3:1-7, as well as Paul's plain directives in 1 Tim. 2:9-15.

God is a God of ORDER, DECENCY, and PROPRIETY (1 Cor. 14:33, 40)--but the prevailing spirit of our Age is one of CHAOS, INDECORUM, and LAWLESSNESS (Judges 21:25)!!! In this introductory message, we will be looking at the modern debate between complementarians & egalitarians in relation to God's call for Christians to observe appropriate and distinctive gender-based functions within the realms of both the home (Gal. 5:22-33) and the church (1 Tim. 2:8-15). Willful failure to observe God's prescribed patterns of order is an act of REBELLION (which is likened to the sin of witchcraft in 1 Sam. 15:23) and is conforming to the Luciferian image and likeness of the original Rebel (Isa. 14:12-15) who seduced the entire world by enticing our mother Eve to set aside her appropriately assigned role and leave the protection of her husband, Adam.

Our second message in this miniseries examining gender-based roles and distinctives takes up the controversial question of whether or not the mark of a traditional, well-ordered society appropriately involves endorsing the model of Female headship over the realm of the state. The views of the formidable Scottish Reformer John Knox are discussed.

Our second message in this miniseries examining gender-based roles and distinctives takes up the matter of the Divinely prescribed order within the Christian Home, examining such passages as Eph. 5:22-33, Col. 3:18-21, 1 Cor. 11:3, and 1 Pet. 3:1-7.

Our second message in this miniseries examining gender-based roles and distinctives takes up the controversial question of whether or not the mark of a traditional, well-ordered society appropriately involves endorsing the model of Female headship over the realm of the state. The views of the formidable Scottish Reformer are discussed.

God is a God of ORDER, DECENCY, and PROPRIETY (1 Cor. 14:33, 40)--but the prevailing spirit of our Age is one of CHAOS, INDECORUM, and LAWLESSNESS (Judges 21:25)!!! In this introductory message, we will be looking at the modern debate between complementarians & egalitarians in relation to God's call for Christians to observe appropriate and distinctive gender-based functions within the realms of both the home (Gal. 5:22-33) and the church (1 Tim. 2:8-15). Willful failure to observe God's prescribed patterns of order is an act of REBELLION (which is likened to the sin of witchcraft in 1 Sam. 15:23) and is conforming to the Luciferian image and likeness of the original Rebel (Isa. 14:12-15) who seduced the entire world by enticing our mother Eve to set aside her appropriately assigned role and leave the protection of her husband, Adam.

We wrap up our studies on Postmodern Gender Confusion by offering a 9-fold response to the destructive Transgender Ideology that is rooted in the Biblical Worldview. Part I deals with points 1-thru-4.