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The Greek Dictionary, articles and commentaries are geared toward those who are serious in their study of God's Word. We investigate the Bible in its original text, context, symbols and terminologies. I invite you to use the information on this website to learn more about how to study the Bible in its original for-mat by learning about Biblical symbols and Biblical terminology. You will also find several articles devoted to the study of Biblical end time prophesy.
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I am always amazed by the way the importance of outside news -- politics, the stock market, sports, etc., -- take a back seat to the here and now of God's word. When the book is opened, I feel as if I have returned to my home from a desert place, to an oasis of living water coming from the foot of the throne of my Saviour Jesus Christ.
As I wind down my study to it traditional last reading, I chase after quotes that can be shared with others. What the Bible speaks of to me are the ups and downs of life. It marks the changing seasons from youth to old age. Scriptures tie together what we know or hope to know. But what I understand is, it will always remain the same and will always be a blessing to me.
There are no ringing of the bells, no walking down an aisle to a winner's circle, no crowds. Its a backside walk down a quite and peaceful road giving me a true sense of security. It never changes.
As I come to the end of a study, I breathe a sigh of peace, feel a little bit of remorse, and say a final goodbyes until tomorrow. I gather up my worldly objects, open the front door and move out into a world knowing Jesus is walking at my side.
Phil LaSpino
A reader wrote, "I have often quoted, "Fear not...have no fear...why do you fear...be not afraid."
In Rev 21:8 in the KJV it states, "But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers....shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire.."
Why is fear being equated with murderers? Is fear, then, a sin? A pretty darned big sin? What does this all mean?
Phil wrote,
"The answer to your question, lies in the meaning of the Greek word "Fearful." This word is used in only 3 verses of the N.T.
We all have a natural apprehension when danger approaches. But as we read in Matt.8:26, and Mark 4:40, the disciples fear was caused because of their unbelief. Jesus first removes the danger from them, then levels his rebuke against them. After His rebuke Jesus said to them, "How is it that ye have no faith?" He said in Luke, "Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith?"
True faith in Christ will drive away fear, but only in proportion to its strength. When we apply this to Rev.21:8, it is those who, for the fear of losing their life, or property refuse to receive Jesus Christ though convinced of His truth, even if this fear comes in a time of persecution.
So when we apply this truth to Rev.21:8, it can better be understood. In God's eyes, this unbelief or fearfulness is the same as murder and idolatry, liars, etc. All will all lead a person to the same place, the lake of fire.
Rev.21:8, These, "shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second death." I hope this helps you,
Phil LaSpino
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The Book of Genesis.
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Jesus, The Minister Of The Circumcision
March update on the Democratic Hen House, see side bar, 3ed from top.
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 7
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 6
Greek Dictionary, When to Wiped.
Up-date in article called, "Democratic hen house and its eggs."
The Bible Is All God Intended It To Be.
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 5
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 4
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 3
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 2
Why Pre-trib. Rapture Is Correct. Part 1
Gay Movement
Eating & Drinking Unworthily The Lord's Supper
Sin Is Born Of Selfishness
THINK ABOUT THIS
CAN HONESTY BUY YOU ANOTHER YEAR OF LIFE? OF COURSE NOT. BUT IF IT COULD, EVERY DISHONEST PERSON WOULD DISAPPEAR FROM THE FACE OF THE EARTH. YET JESUS OFFERS US ETERNITY AND DISHONESTY SEEM TO BE SPREADING.
AN UNPLANNED LIFE, ONE WITHOUT GOALS CAN BECOME A CONFUSED LIFE. IT WILL BE A LIFE THAT CAN NOT BE LIVED TO ITS FULLEST, BUT ONE THAT CAN ONLY BE ENDURED.
GOD'S PERFECTIONS DO NOT ANSWER TO DEGREES OF PERFECTION, FOR HE IS PERFECTION.
DOES YOUR FLESH CHASE AFTER THE ENEMIES OF YOUR SOUL? OR DOES YOUR SPIRIT CHASE AFTER THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD?
IN TODAYS CULTURE, IT APPEARS THAT OUR LIVES ARE NO LONGER DIRECTED BY CONSCIENCE: OUR CONSCIENCE SEEMS TO BE ACCOMMODATING ITSELF TO LIFE.
WE WILL NOT BE JUDGED FOR OUR WEAKNESSES, BUT FOR THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR, JESUS CHRIST.
THANKS
God Bless each and every one of those who have taken time to visit this site.
Special thanks to the following people who dedicated their time, efforts and lives to give the honor and glory to God, our Saviour.
Thanks to the men and women that host this web-site, www.ourchurch.com (OCC).
They, with their time, money and effort have purchased the fields, so workers like myself can plant the seeds of salvation. This is truly a team effort, one body, one purpose, one Head. Also where others in the past have sown, we participate in that harvest.
Without their inspiration and guidance, this web-site would not have come about. I am just a worker and soldier for the Lord.
Listed below are some of the authors, preachers and teachers. In writing their works, they have spent countless hours in putting forth these invaluable refrence materials. Whether I may agree or disagree with their work, I sincerely appreciate the amount of time and effort they took to try to get their point of view into our hands through these great books.
To know and understand why teachings vary, is important. To understand the reasoning behind these differences is also important. I examine the materials for myself, do further research, compare notes, and then write my own conclusions. Thanks to:
Adrian Rogers
Adam Clark Commentary
Ben Haden
Bible and Commentary of the Anglican Church, 1915
Bible Knowledge Commentary. By Walvoord and Zock
Christian Jew Foundation Ministries
Civilization Past and Present.
Dr. Baugh, Creation in the Twenty First Century
Edward Robinson Greek Lexicon, 1836
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Encyclopaedia of Religious Knowledge, 1838
Gesenius' Hebrew Lexicon
Harpers Dictionary of Antiquities.
Hitchcock's Complete Analysis of the Bible, 1869.
Jamieson - Faussett Commentary, 1873
Jehovah Witness Bible Aid. (Used against them)
John MaCarther Study Bible.
King James Bible
Ligonier Ministries
Lutheran Cyclopedia
Matthew Henry Commentary
New International Version Bible
Strong's Concordance
Story of the Bible Library Edition. Four Volumes
The Bible Period. By Perin.
The Cottage Bible: Comments, 1853
The Expositor's Greek Testament 1917. 5 Volumes
Thomas Hartwell Horne, of St. John's College
Cambridge, 1827
Thayer's Greek and Englixh, 1889.
Walvoord and Zuck Commentary
Webster's Dictionary
W.L. Roy, Hebrew and English Dictionary 1837.
Wycliffe Commentary
Zola Levit Ministries
And others
Finally, I would like to thank my son, James LaSpino for setting up and maintaining this website.
sincerely,
Phillip LaSpino
Bessemer, Alabama
Greek Dictionary - Biblical Terminology - Biblical Symbols - How to Study the Bible
Biblical End Time Prophesy - Strong's Concordance
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