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Q5. What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you? How has it enriched your life? How could it be improved?

Q5. What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you? How has it enriched your life? How could it be improved?

This study has reiterated the fact that there are so many wolves in sheep's clothing that we have to be aware of. But its the strength of our Lord in us that prevails ultimately. The Lord is warning us of all the evils, thereby protecting His loved ones, because He wants to enjoy the company of His children. So in the process, He keeps a watch over His children that they don't fall off by the wayside and get trampled by the evil forces. This has strengthened my faith, increased my love and reestablished the hope in Jesus' finished work of salvation. There is always scope for improvement. Learning process never ends. As I go deeper into the study of His word, there are many gems to gather and enjoy thier value. There is always scope for improvement. Its only His grace that we are granted all these privileges to enjoy and experience.

This study on 2 Peter and Jude has meant a better understanding of the Father and what Jesus Christ suffered to bring us into the light. It has enriched my lifeby adding to my foundation as a believer. It could be improved by offering some real life soultions and applications, but I understand the constraints of such a study.

Makes me feel more aware of my walk with God,living
a Godly life,being more pleasing to God than people,but
still loving people the way God would expect us too

Pastor Ralph, on Aug 1 2004, 11:57 AM, said:

What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you?
It has been a reminder of God's love not only for me but for all . . . for He doesn't want to see anyone perish.

How has it enriched your life?
[COLOR=blue] It has given me great comfort in what He has given to us, mercy, protection, and most of all a love that will never let me down. I feel stronger in the reminder that He wants me to be with Him and that no matter how many times I might mess up in this life. . . I will never perish.

How could it be improved?
[COLOR=blue]I would like to see studies that limit my personal opinion and challenge me to a higher understanding of the text, chapter, or verse; maybe some personal intervention from Pastor Ralph when my thinking gets off course.

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[color="blue"]5a.) To be vigilant, on guard against the lion (Satan). The need to maintain the integrity of the Sciptures and the basic Christian doctrines which are being watered down today by the pagan ideology of worshipping our selves.[/color]
5b.) How has it enriched your life?
[color="blue"]5b.) The in depth study and examination of the original language has allowed me to see the context in which both writers were trying to emphasize. Thanks Pastor Ralph for your efforts.[/color]
5c.) How could it be improved?
[color="blue"]5c.) Nothing. I find the study formats fulfill their purpose.[/color]

It has been very good to get me back on track with many things in my life I had begun to neglect. As I seek to seek his kingdom first I am becoming ready to accept his will in all the other things he will add or not add at his will. I have missed an interaction between members even though at times that can become a distraction to the study.

Q5. What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you? How has it enriched your life? How could it be improved?


I am very glad that I took part in the study. It gave me a great deal to think about. The bible is filled with so many lessons and this study introduced me to a few of them
that I had never read before. I look forward to the next study.

The study on 2 Peter and Jude has meant a great deal to me. Powerful truths in GOD's Word have been brought out to me in a new way. This study has helped to remind me of how great, loving, kind, and merciful our GOD and Savior is. It has been a blessing to me.

Q5. What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you? How has it enriched your life? How could it be improved?

As always in your studies, it stretches me--to think and put on paper (ie e-mail) what I believe and how far short I often fall! This one reminds me of His loving oversight of my life and how He holds me firmly in His hands.
That, naturally, enriches my life as I draw closer to Him and listen more to His directions for my life.
Keep on as you are! You inspire us by your dedication.

Q5. What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you? How has it enriched your life? How could it be improved?

I can never stop appreciating how God's word continues to inspire me. This study of 2 Peter and Jude remind me to continue in my Christian growth, aided through the study of God's word, Christ's example and the Holy Spirit’s guidance. Chapter 1: 5-11 gives me areas designed to help me grow. Through the addition of these characteristics my walk will become stronger and others will see Christ in me.

Today's society does not offer anything of value to adhere too. Everything we have will perish when Christ returns and we leave to be with Him. I suppose Solomon was right when he stated, "Vanity of Vanities, all is Vanity." I find nothing new and I also find the activities of man to be the same today as yesterday.

For this reason I must ensure that my daily walk with God is strong and faithful. A day without God as a focus in my life will give Satan an entrance. If I am to be strong I must continue to build myself everyday. That work will ensure I am ready when Christ returns. Apart from Christ's return, I know that a person who is close to God casts a light that is individual to that person. A light that is given by God and a light that attracts others to it. Remember Moses, he was changed physically. When others saw him they knew he was different. They were drawn to him.

While my physical characteristics may not change, my personality and character will. Others will see Christ in me and ask about Him. I know this is true because it is how I was drawn to Him in my life. Before I was a Christian I noticed that Christians walked (acted and lived) differently and they were happy. When I became a Christian I found out why.

Today, I cannot stop my active journey towards God. If I do, I risk becoming like those who know Him not. I risk the danger of damaging my testimony. I risk the danger of making others see Him as faulty because of my weaknesses. This is something that I cannot allow to happen. The only way I can prohibit this is to stay focused on God through His word, Christ's ministry, and the Holy spirits guidance.

The end of 2 Peter in Chapter 3:14 emphasizes that I must remain steadfast. I must strive to be found by him in peace, without spot and blameless. That is a tall order and can only be accomplished through my daily walk, prayer, and God's continued love and forgiveness. I am thankful that He is a God of forgiveness. I am thankful that He is a God who allows me to come to him everyday and grow through his teachings. He is awesome.

As far as improvements go, I believe that God led you in the construction of this study. In that regard it is inspired and therefore cannot be improved. It is what God gave you; it stands on its own. The next time you look at this subject God will give you more. What He gave this time is what we needed to hear, no more, no less. Remember, God's word is without error.

IT HAS MADE ME MORE alert TO LISTEN FOR TRUTH WHILE SCRIPTURE IS BEING QUOTED. BY SEARCHING SCRIPTURE IT HAS KEPT THE WORD ALIVE. IT HAS HELPED ME TO LEARN THAT IT IS THE SIN THAT WE SHOULD HATE- BUT TO SHOW LOVE TO THE SINNER. TO SHOW LOVE TO OTHERS AS CHRIST SHOWS HIS LOVE TO ME.
MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS THIS MINISTRY AND ALL THAT PARTICIPATE, ESPECIALLY PASTOR RALPH FOR HIS DILIGENCE IN GETTING THE LESSONS PREPARED AND E-MAILED OUT DAILY. BLESSINGS TO ALL.......

I've enjoyed this study as well as the other study on Gideon. I especially liked the audio recap. I can always use a review in any study of God's word. Thanks a bunch.

Q5. What has this study on 2 Peter and Jude meant to you? How has it enriched your life? How could it be improved?

This study has meant a great deal to me in that it was informative, enriching
and good material to do a series of sermons on this book.

It has enriched my life in many ways. I think one significant thing that has happen; it has renewed my interest in apostasy and knowing the Word of God. It is so easy to overlook false teaching in the church, but I am convinced even more now that it needs to be addressed and eradicated.

I think the Bible study can be improved by giving us some feedback on our answers so that we will know whether or not we are on track or distorted in our understanding.

I have already sign up for the next course on Abraham. I am looking forward to studying with you and others on the life of this great Old Testament character of the Bible.

I am greatful to you Pastor Ralph for all your work and preparation, especially providing us with all the Greek words realated to the passages and their meanings.

Blessings and prayers

Sinclair

Oh Pastor Wilson without this and your other studies I would fall. SO these studys mean alot to me. They enrich my life by giving me wisdom and by keeping me in the word. It is through your studies that I have found the intimate relationship with the Lord.

This is the first study of this kind I have done, and I really enjoyed the in depth study of scripture. Sometimes when reading the word I find it's easy to miss some profound things beacause I'm not stopping and paying attention after every verse. This study has been very valuable to me. My daily/weekly Bible study had kinda slacked off and this has been a great way for me to refocus. I have really enjoyed reading what other people think and hearing about their individual walks and faith. I don't know what to say about improvment. It's a very workable and understandable format. The only thing I would change is to not have separate e-mails of the questions, as they are all on the first study lesson. It's the only one I open and as I work through it I answer the questions. Of course, I'm sure you have a reason for doing it the way you do, and it isn't any big deal anyway. I'm looking forward to the next study, and am anxious to learn more. It's always exciting to take another look at what you "already know" and finding even more wisdom. Thank you very much Pastor Ralph for your hard work.

I just read that you can opt out of the daily questions. Good to know. So just disregard that one part. My bad.

The study has been very helpful to me. I've spent more time in the Word and learned about two books of the Bible I'd never studied before. The audio recap reinforced the written lessons.

I was moved to tears at hearing again how much the Lord loves ME!

I've signed up for the study on Abraham.

this was a great study i learnt a lot god bless you all

this was great thank you it has helped in my journey with god