We are having a Bible study twice a month with a group of ex-pats here in Chipata. The group is quite diverse including people from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mali, Malawi, Italy, France, and the USA. We have a few that are Catholics, some that are Pentecostal, some Baptist, some Lutherans, and some Presbyterian... even one that is a Catholic priest!
I have the pleasure of leading the Bible study as we go through the book of James. We have had some very interesting discussions and continue to see the Lord work in the hearts of us all. One of the more exciting subjects has been on the subject of "saving faith". I came up with a hypothetical situation in which one of the Bible study members hits the fictitious man named Bob with their vehicle. It is apparent to Bob that he is severely injured and will pass from life to death very soon. With this new knowledge he is quite concerned about what will happen. He has no history of religion and has put God out of his mind all of his life. However, with the realization that he will soon be dead, he is scared and wanting answers.
So, what would you say to Bob knowing he has only a few moments to live before crossing over into eternity?
5 comments:
You forgot Nat, the American MK from Thailand! ;-)
We are trully blessed!!!
Love reading your blog :) Praying for you guys always!!
Sounds like a great study brother.
Why James though, wouldn't that be for a different dispensation anyway. :)
Miss ya' Kevin!
yea, James is for a different dispensation - one where believers are expected to walk, talk, think, act, and live by Faith! So, obviously not this dispensation ;-)
Miss you too!
There are a lot of golden nuggets that can be derived from the Hebrew epistles, as long as there is an understanding of their dispensational context. James is addressing "the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad" (obviously, the nation of Israel), and the time context is in preparation for the coming kingdom. With that in mind, there is plenty to learn, and practical application that can be made for members of the body of Christ in the age of grace.
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