Notes on Lecture by 119 Ministries

Introduction

• 119 Ministries' belief: The entire Bible is true and relevant today.
• Encouragement to review foundational teachings before proceeding.
• Focus: Living out faith after accepting God's salvation plan.
• Emphasis on testing teachings against the Word of God.
• Not teaching on salvation, but practicing God's Word post-faith.

Key Concepts

Faith and Practice

• Faith in God aligns with living according to His Word.
• True faith leads to obedience and practice of God's commandments.
• Loving God and avoiding sin are intertwined.
• Self-examination is crucial: Test your faith and actions (2 Corinthians 13).

Misunderstandings and Teachings

• Many believe God's law has changed; others disagree.
• Importance of testing one's stance and teachings against scripture.
• Misinterpretations of Paul's letters often lead to misunderstanding God's law.

The Pauline Paradox

• Purpose of series: Clarify Paul’s teachings and their alignment with God's law.
• Many misunderstand Paul as teaching against the law of God.
• 2 Peter warns against misinterpreting Paul's letters as promoting lawlessness.

Biblical References and Explanations

• Acts 6-7: Stephen falsely accused of teaching against Moses.
• Acts 9: Paul's conversion and correction by Yeshua.
• Acts 15: Decree for Gentile converts; initial focus on abandoning pagan practices.
• Acts 21: Paul accused of teaching against Moses; defends his adherence to the law.
• Romans 2:13, 3:31, 7:12: Paul emphasizes the importance of doing and upholding the law.
• 1 Corinthians 5, 7: References to Moses' writings as authoritative.
• Hebrews 8:4: Law still acknowledges Levites as earthly priests.

Conclusion

• Paul taught adherence to God's law, consistent with Yeshua's teachings.
• Importance of understanding Paul’s letters within historical and scriptural context.
• Encouragement to continue testing teachings against the Word of God.

Final Thoughts

• Invitation to support 119 Ministries and further study.
• Emphasis on the seriousness of understanding and practicing God’s true Word.

Additional Advice

• Study Paul's letters and the foundational teachings mentioned.
• Approach teachings with an open mind, testing them against scripture.
• Recognize the historical context of early church tensions and teachings.