Phinehas
Phinehas was the grandson of Aaron and the son of Eleazar, 1 Chr. 6. 3, 4. As such, Phinehas became the third man to wear the High Priest’s holy garments ‘for glory and for beauty’, Exod. 28. 2. However, Phinehas did not merely look beautiful – he possessed a beautiful character. We presume that Phinehas […]
Law
‘What purpose then does the law serve? It was added because of transgressions, till the Seed should come to whom the promise was made’, Gal. 3. 19 NKJV. In the opening sixty-nine chapters of the Bible, mankind was tested by God under various stewardships. Under innocence, conscience, government and promise, man failed. In Exodus chapter […]
Editor’s Introduction
Welcome to YPS August 2019. It’s the summer so, hopefully, you will have more time to study YPS and the main magazine thoroughly. If you are like me, that ‘more time’ scenario never quite materializes. There is always something else that demands our time and attention. So, instead, will you make time to read? The […]
Elements of Church Truth
In a day and age when an ecumenical spirit pervades modern Christendom, ecclesiology is relegated to individual preference, and people take a pick-and-mix approach as to what church they should join. We all need reminding of what the Bible teaches on this particular topic. Is church truth up for grabs or has God mandated how […]
Longsuffering, Gentleness, Goodness
This is a continuation of our YPS series on the fruit of the Spirit based on Galatians chapter 5 verses 22 and 23. Longsuffering A recent news article about the appalling Syrian civil war, described how that the ‘longsuffering’ people of Aleppo had borne the brunt of the devastation there. The word ‘longsuffering’ accurately conveys […]
Principles for Progress – Introduction
In this series of articles, we are going back to basics for individual and corporate Christian growth. Most intelligent young believers accept that local assembly testimony is much weaker than it should be in the United Kingdom. There are exceptions, for which we give God thanks, but, in many places, ground has been lost in […]
Government and Promise
‘When the Most High divided their inheritance to the nations, when He separated the sons of Adam, He set the boundaries of the peoples according to the number of the children of Israel’, Deut. 32. 8 NKJV. God has a plan to place a man in authority over the universe. That man is Jesus Christ. […]
Editor’s Introduction
Thanks for picking up YPS this quarter. This is the second issue with the new design. I hope that you like it. It should be easier on the eye, and let you focus on the various articles. So, what do we have for you this month? Well, if you are considering a career in engineering […]
Peace
Peace can be defined as a state of quiet or tranquillity; freedom from disturbance. It is a word commonly used to describe the absence of war or conflict. The Hebrew word is shalom, which is a general, friendly greeting communicated by Jewish people asking after the health and welfare of a person, equivalent to our […]
Peace of God
Last time, we considered the truth that every single person who has put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ has the assurance of peace with God, as Romans chapter 5 verse 1 reminds us, ‘Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ’. However, as we look out […]
Aaron
Alphabetically and historically, Aaron was Israel’s number one priest. Older brother of Moses, Egyptian slave turned divine spokesperson, Aaron was individually chosen by God to serve as high priest, Exod. 28. 1. In this article, we will compare and contrast Aaron with the Lord Jesus, our great high priest. Aaron’s sympathy After his solo audience […]
Career Choices – Engineering
Engineering covers a wide spectrum of occupations in various fields. The definition of an engineer is given as ‘a person who, designs, builds or maintains engines, machines or structures’. The field of engineering in which I am employed falls into the latter category of structures. Building services engineering is responsible for the design of the […]
Innocence and Conscience
‘Who told you that you were naked?’ Gen. 3. 11 NKJV. Throughout history God has given mankind various responsibilities, so that man might know what God requires of him, but time after time man has failed in his stewardship. But God will have a man to be a faithful steward of the earth, and of […]
Editor’s Introduction
Hi again; thanks for reading YPS. You will note that we have revamped the style of the insert; hopefully, you will like it. One of the joys of compiling and editing a magazine is that you get the opportunity to read lots of articles. If you enjoy books and articles, then this is a real […]
Joy
Joy is the second attribute described as being part of the fruit of the Spirit. Joy is synonymous with happiness, gladness and delight. Secular thinking promotes the concept that joy comes as a result of pursuing things that produce an inner feeling of happiness. However, the Christian should be careful to ensure that this attitude […]
Our Food
Human bodies need food. Without it, we can only survive for limited periods. Similarly, our souls and spirits need to be fed from the word of God; without it they will wither, and we will not prosper and grow as believers. We have rich assurance that once saved, we cannot be lost, John 10. 28, […]
‘I am crucified with Christ’ – Gal. 2. 20
Many Christians love to quote Galatians chapter 2 verse 20, particularly the part that speaks of the ‘Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me’. What an encouraging, yet amazing little phrase; to think of the love and sacrificial giving of the Lord Jesus for Paul! Today, however, like countless other believers […]
A to Z of Priests – Introduction
Scanning along my bookshelves, I noticed several interesting A-Z reference catalogues for various Bible concepts. For instance, John Heading’s Directory of New Testament Churches1 lists every local assembly mentioned in the New Testament, from Achaia to Troas. Other reference works cover The Kings of Judah and Israel2 (from Abijah to Zimri) and The Titles of […]
Unfaithful Stewards
‘Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful’, 1 Cor. 4. 2 NKJV Previously, we saw how God appointed Adam as steward over the earth. But leaving Adam in sole charge of things had not worked, so God replaced that managerial system with a new one. Under this new arrangement, each individual […]
Editor’s Introduction
As we head towards the end of another year it is good to review what we have learned so far. Written material continues to be a primary source of information for personal and professional development. No matter the technological advancement of this generation, reading is vital to being well- informed and to developing our minds. […]
Love
Fruit of the Spirit is a term that refers to nine attributes, which should characterize individual believers in the Lord Jesus. Galatians chapter 5 verses 22 to 23 lists these as: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance. These are not individual fruits but rather nine characteristics of a fruitful, Spirit-controlled Christian […]
A Man
I’ve been enjoying two truths in particular from chapters 4 and 9 of John’s Gospel that I’d like to share. The great thing about reading God’s word is that we can enjoy it plus we get something from it. Sadly, I am concerned that speaking about the scriptures amongst my friends is somewhat ‘down the […]
Peace with God
One of the most famous speeches of all time is surely the one given by Martin Luther King Jr. on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1963. Standing looking out at the sea of faces before him he said, ‘I have a dream, that one day this nation will rise up and live out […]
Steward and Soldier
A common complaint levelled against ‘millennials’ in the workplace is a mentality which says, ‘that’s not in my job description’, accompanied by an unwillingness to take on responsibility. This should never be the attitude of a believer, in the workplace or in the assembly. Towards the end of his life and service for God, Paul […]
The Courage to Continue
On the subject of failure, Winston Churchill is alleged to have said that ‘success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts’. That sentiment marks so many of the men and women in the Bible who achieved greatness through God – the courage to continue. Such people struggle […]
Grand Unified Theology
‘having made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His good pleasure which He purposed in Himself, that in the dispensation of the fullness of the times He might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven and which are on earth – in Him’, Eph. 1. […]
Editor’s Introduction
Articles from new writers continue to arrive on my desk and so I am delighted to introduce you to Phil Richardson from Harrogate. Have a read of his article where he discussed Peter’s temporary failure and how the Lord Jesus handled it. It is very helpful. The new Career Choice series continues; this issue looks […]
Fruit of the Spirit – Introduction
Visitors to New York are still impressed with the Statue of Liberty as it welcomes people to the USA. For years, this copper lady has stood as a beacon of refuge for those ‘yearning to breathe free’. She became the symbol of hope for many who sought refuge from political and economic oppression. Grace stands […]
Translation
Which version of the Bible should I read? This is one of the most emotive and controversial subjects Christians face. Knowing how the Bible is translated into English from the original languages of Hebrew and Greek will better equip us to make an informed decision. There are three main factors which influence Bible translation: 1. […]
Career Choices – Accountancy
If you thought that the Bible is silent on accounting practices, then you would be wrong. When King Josiah was collecting funds to pay for repairs to the temple the usual reckoning, or accounting, was not needed for the money due to the honesty of those involved1 It would also appear that one of the […]
The Church Which Is His Body
‘And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all’, Eph. 1. 22, 23 NKJV. The Hebrew word qahal is usually translated ‘congregation’ in the KJV and ‘assembly’ in the NKJV. In […]
Editor’s Introduction
As I intimated in the February issue of YPS, we have a new series starting in this issue – Career Choices. One of the aims of this series is to give younger believers some insight into career options and how life is for Christians in various occupations. To do this we have asked a number […]
The Canon
The English word ‘canon’ is derived from a Greek word meaning standard or measuring rod. The canon of scripture is the sixty-six books which are inspired by the Holy Spirit and present the truth of God. The canon is a short way of saying ‘all the books which belong in the Bible’. But how did […]
Is it really true?
It’s not uncommon to find, outside a railway station or a shopping centre, a well-presented stand offering literature. The titles immediately appeal to Christians: ‘Is the Bible true?’, ‘What will happen in the end times?’ However, it is important to make sure the answers are faithful to the Bible. Many such stands are peddling the […]
The Local Church
Christians are not to go solo. God expects every one of His children to be part of a local church where they can find help and support, grow and mature, get involved, and so live to bring glory to God and blessing to others. In doing this they will become more like the Lord Jesus […]
Career Choices – Introduction
As a young believer, there are, arguably, two choices that will have the greatest impact on your whole life as a Christian. The first is your choice of marriage partner and the other is your choice of career. An article in the Truth and Tidings magazine listed several questions that a Christian executive might face […]
