Pastoral Conference
Wednesday July 4th
Yesterday and today we have a Pastoral Conference with about 20 men in Bharatpur. They are very different in age, dress and the places they serve but one LORD, one faith, one hope. Some of them had to make those mountain trips in to join us. Some live and work in cities but still had long bus rides. They all are eager to learn more about Scripture.
Yesterday Pastor Matthew presented the flood and baptism. Unity was expressed in this gift that lifts us out of judgment creating faith in Jesus.
Today I presented the importance of the clear distinction between law and gospel, sanctification and justification. Objective Justification is the foundation of the sweet comfort God gives. It’s denial undermines all assurance and comfort. Appreciation was expressed for providing a clear understanding of this bible teaching. A couple hours of questions followed including questions like these: What is the OT timeline, how does the development of Hinduism fit in with that, how do we know that Hinduism didn’t start first, When did Babel occur, How do the OT sacrifices and laws fit with the NT, What message should we start with in evangelism, What is the hierarchy of offices in the NT, Do we still have Apostles and Prophets, Aren’t we supposed to have an apostolic ministry and therefore have an apostle, What about those who claim they are apostles today, What is happening when I receive a vision, God gave them in they OT so can’t we receive them today, what about believers who receive visions and prove they are really revealing the unknown and more. Some of these questions may imply a weak or wrong understanding but all were eager to hear what Scripture says and gladly listen to it. What a joy to see and share this unity of the Spirit in the bond of truth.
“Jamisee” was warmly shared by all as they spread in all directions. Sent from my iPad