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2 Peter 1:21 – “For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.”

We Believe... (From Baptist Bible College) inspiration of the original manuscripts of the Old and New Testaments In the verbal and plenary inspiration of the original manuscripts of the Old and New Testaments, which constitute the inerrant Word of God.

We believe in inspiration of the Bible in the original manuscripts Although XXXXXXXXX does not hold to a King James Only position, we continue to hold the widely-used King James Version as the campus standard in the classroom and in the chapel pulpit. The position of the University on the translation issue has not changed since the founding of the school in We believe in the verbal, plenary inspiration of the Bible in the original manuscripts, and we believe that God has supernaturally preserved every one of His inspired words for us today. However, from the Founder to the present administration, we have never taken the position that there can be only one good translation in the English language.

“All our hopes for eternity, the very foundation of faith; our nearest and dearest consolations, are taken from us, if one line of that sacred book (The Bible) be declared unfaithful or untrustworthy”  Excerpt from Protest of the Archbishops and Bishops of the Church of England in united protest to Bishop Colenso, 1863:

NIV = New International Version = 17 times NLT = New Living Translation = 16 times TLB = The Living Bible = 10 times NCV = New Century Version = 9 times THE MESSAGE = 7 times NO TRANSLATION NOTED = 6 times TEV = Todays English Version = 4 times NASB = New American Standard Bible = 1 time CEV = Contemporary English Version = 1 time "Gods Word" = 1 time KJV = King James Version = 1 time NOTE: "Gods Word" is the actual title of one of these books called bibles

Thy word is very purePsalms 119:140 – “Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.” Every word of God is pureProverbs 30:5 – “Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.”

Psalms 119:130 – “The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.”

Mark 1:22 – “And they were astonished at His doctrine: for He taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.”

By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these thingsMark 11: “And they come again to Jerusalem: and as He was walking in the temple, there come to Him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders, And say unto Him, By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these things?”

 John 1:14 – “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”

And the common people heard him gladlyMark 12:37(b)- “… And the common people heard him gladly.”

“I build on no authority, ancient or modern, but the Scripture. I want to know one thing- the way to heaven; how to land safe on that happy shore. God Himself hath condescended to teach the way. He hath written it down in a Book. O give me that Book! At any price, give me that Book of God”  John Wesley:

1 st question 1 st He tries to get her to question God’s Word Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden? (Gen 3:1) Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?

2 nd changes 2 nd He changes God’s Word Ye shall not surely die (Gen 3:4) And the serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die. (Gen 2:17) But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die.

3 rd reinterpreted 3 rd He reinterpreted God’s Word (Gen 3:5) For God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as gods, knowing good and evil.

 Church history is nothing more than the movement of God through the course of time, nations, and people to accomplish His three-fold plan for the universe, the earth, and your life… AND it is the movement of the devil through the course of time, nations, and our lives to counter, counterfeit, and/or confound God’s three-fold plan.

 The Listing of Fervent Warning

Romans 16:17-18 – “Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.” Romans 16:17-18 – “Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.”

2 Corinthians 2:17 – “For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.” 2 Corinthians 2:17 – “For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.” 2 Corinthians 4:2 – “But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.” 2 Corinthians 4:2 – “But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.”

2 Corinthians 4:2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully ; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.

subtilty,Matthew 26:4 And consulted that they might take Jesus by subtilty, and kill him. subtilGenesis 3:1 Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?

2 Corinthians 2:17 – “For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.” 2 Corinthians 2:17 – “For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.” 2 Corinthians 4:2 – “But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.” 2 Corinthians 4:2 – “But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.”

Galatians 1:6-7 - “I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.” Galatians 1:6-7 - “I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.”

Acts 20:29-30 – “ For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock. Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.” Acts 20:29-30 – “ For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock. Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.”

Philippians 1:18 – “What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice”. Philippians 1:18 – “What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice”. Philippians 3:18 – “(For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ” Philippians 3:18 – “(For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ”

beguile Colossians 2:4 And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. deceiving James 1:22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

2 Thessalonians 2:2 – “That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.” 2 Thessalonians 2:2 – “That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.”

advantage ignorant of his devices 2 Corinthians 2:11 “Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices.”

Ephesians 4:25 Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. Ephesians 4:25 Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. John 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.

Ephesians 4:25 Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. Ephesians 4:25 Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil. Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.

Acts 25:16 To whom I answered, It is not the manner of the Romans to deliver any man to die, before that he which is accused have the accusers face to face, and have licence to answer for himself concerning the crime laid against him. Acts 25:16 To whom I answered, It is not the manner of the Romans to deliver any man to die, before that he which is accused have the accusers face to face, and have licence to answer for himself concerning the crime laid against him.

Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil. Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil. Acts 25:16… licence Acts 25:16… licence

Ecclesiastes 3:15 That which hath been is now ; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requireth that which is past.Ecclesiastes 3:15 That which hath been is now ; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requireth that which is past.

By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these thingsMark 11: “And they come again to Jerusalem: and as He was walking in the temple, there come to Him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders, And say unto Him, By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these things?”

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 1st Peter 1:23 “Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.”

1 st question 1 st He tries to get her to question God’s Word 2 nd changes 2 nd He changes God’s Word 3 rd reinterpreted 3 rd He reinterpreted God’s Word HIS APPROACH WAS RELIGION!

Pastor Marcia McAllister A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife 1 Timothy 3:2(a) - A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; Beacon of Hope welcomes all people regardless of age, color, race, ethnic background, economic status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, struggles with addiction, physical and mental challenges or educational level. We come seeking the healing balm of salvation through Christ Jesus. We are a progressive congregation committed to seeing God's Kingdom firmly established in our lives and community. We believe that today's church must be relevant, positive and empowering.

Pastor Marcia McAllister OUT WITH THE TRUTH......what the Bible really says about homosexuality. All the Bible passages used to 'clobber' the gay community, will be explained and the truth will be revealed as to the meaning of those Scriptures. You will receive fresh revelation and knowledge that will greatly help you understand what God feels about the gay community. Beginning in March 2009 (Watch for details on dates and times) All the Bible passages used to 'clobber' the gay community, will be explained and the truth will be revealed as to the meaning of those Scriptures. We welcome you to join us for this series at our meeting location at 3580 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, Fl. You will receive fresh revelation and knowledge that will greatly help you understand what God feels about the gay community. Whether you are gay, straight....a relative or friend of a gay person.....or just interested in finding out what the Bible really says on this subject.....we welcome you to join us for this important workshop. Hot coffee and refreshments will be provided...along with a warm greeting. We hope to see you then.

1 st question 1 st He tries to get her to question God’s Word 2 nd changes 2 nd He changes God’s Word 3 rd reinterpreted 3 rd He reinterpreted God’s Word HIS APPROACH WAS RELIGION!

Are we really sure God intended for us to have an inspired, infallible, inerrant standard in our hands? Are we really sure God intended for us to have an inspired, infallible, inerrant standard in our hands?

and blessed be thy glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise Nehemiah 9:5 “Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabniah, Sherebiah, Hodijah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless the LORD your God for ever and ever: and blessed be thy glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise.”

exalted Him, and given Him a name which is above every namePhilippians 2: Wherefore God also hath highly exalted Him, and given Him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.

for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name Psalms 138:2– “I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.”

In the beginning was with was John 1:1 – “ In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” and dwelt among us as of of the Father John 1:14 – “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”

John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

according to the scriptures according to the scriptures1 Corinthians 15:3-4 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures And if Christ be not risen your faith is also vain1 Corinthians 15:14 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain.

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saw no corruption Acts 13:37 But He, whom God raised again, saw no corruption. neither corruption. Psalms 16:10 For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption.

The words of the LORD are pure words thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever Psalms 12:6-7 The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times. Thou shalt keep them, O LORD, thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever.

but my words shall not pass away Luke 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.

The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. 1 Peter 1:24-25 For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.

word every one endureth for ever. Psalms 119:160 Thy word is true from the beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth for ever. the word of our God shall stand for ever Isaiah 40:8 The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.

the scripture cannot be broken John 10:35 – “If he called them gods, unto whom the word of God came, and the scripture cannot be broken ” the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day John 12:48 – “He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.”

 His Eyes

Psalms 32:8 - “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.”

Psalms 119:133 – “Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.”

Hebrews 4:12-13 – “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.”

 His Eyes “as a flame of fire”

Psalms 12:6 “The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.”

Hebrews 4:12-13 – “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight : but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.”

His Eyes 1 Corinthians 3:13 “Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is.”

1 Corinthians 3:14-15 “If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. If any man's work shall be burned (consume wholly) he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire.”

Jeremiah 5:3 – “ O LORD, are not thine eyes upon the truth ? thou hast stricken them, but they have not grieved; thou hast consumed them, but they have refused to receive correction: they have made their faces harder than a rock; they have refused to return.”

John 17:17 “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.”

His Eyes Hebrews 12:29 “For “For our God is a consuming fire.”

John 14:6 – “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

John 1:1 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”John 1:1 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” 1 John 5:7 For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.1 John 5:7 For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.

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