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Friends–Secret Holders "Ye are My friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you" (Joh_15:14). The other names that we have considered have been very precious and very significant, but we have come now to a word that carries us into the very heart life of the Master. Christ says, "Henceforth I call you not servants; … Continue reading “1280. Friends–Secret Holders”

Deacons–Ministers "If any man serve Me, let Him follow Me; and where I am, there shall also My servant be: if any man serve Me, him will My Father honour" (Joh_12:26). The word "deacon" has become used exclusively of those men, chosen by the church, who serve in a special work, designated by the Holy … Continue reading “1281. Deacons–Ministers”

Apostles–Sent Ones "And when it was day, He called unto Him His disciples and of them He chose twelve, whom also He named Apostles" (Luk_6:13). The word "apostle," means "sent." We must not think that God had only twelve apostles, for all believers are apostles. Even now we can hear the voice of God say: … Continue reading “1279. Apostles–Sent Ones”

Servants–Bondmen "The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord" (Mat_10:24). The word which we are studying now may not be quite so pleasing as the word "disciple." It is a word however, of frequent use in the Bible. The Apostle Paul always signed himself, "Paul the bondslave of Jesus Christ." … Continue reading “1277. Servants–Bondmen”

Stewards–Charge-of-Affairs "And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season?" (Luk_12:42). The chief servant of Abraham was named Eliezer. Unto him Abraham committed the care of all his goods, and he proved faithful. … Continue reading “1278. Stewards–Charge-of-Affairs”

The Names of the Saints It will be well worth our while to study seven distinctive names which the Holy Spirit uses in referring to saints. We all enjoy the study of the Jehovah titles, because each title expresses a distinct description of our Lord Jesus Christ in His dealings with men in general, and … Continue reading “1275. The Names of the Saints”

Disciples–Learners "And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding His twelve disciples, He departed thence, to teach and to preach in their cities" (Mat_11:1). Mary was a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ, in the truest sense of that word. Her choicest place was sitting at the feet of Jesus … Continue reading “1276. Disciples–Learners”

Ye Are a Holy Nation "For our conversation is in Heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ" (Php_3:20). 1. Ye are a nation. (1) A nation is a people with a common headship. The world governments have kings, czars, monarchs, presidents or some other designated head. The Church also … Continue reading “1273. Ye Are a Holy Nation”

Ye Are a Special People "And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the Living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. "Wherefore come out from among them, … Continue reading “1274. Ye Are a Special People”

Ye Are a Royal Priesthood "And hath made us kings and priests unto God and His Father; to Him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen" (Rev_1:6). 1. Ye are a priesthood. The word suggests a new service. Formerly we yielded ourselves as servants of unrighteousness; now we have become the priests of … Continue reading “1272. Ye Are a Royal Priesthood”