- How do we deal with the flaming darts of the evil one?by L2H on June 18, 2022
The flaming darts are the attacks from Satan that are not only accusation and condemnation in our conscience, but also intimidation toward our mind and innumerable darts coming into our … The post How do we deal with the flaming darts of the evil […]
- How can we discern dissenting speakings?by L2H on June 13, 2022
When we encounter brothers or sisters who are absolutely certain of their rightness, we should realize that such persons may simply be obsessed with their own opinions and want to … The post How can we discern dissenting speakings? appeared first […]
- What should our response be in the midst of turmoil?by L2H on June 4, 2022
The book of Philippians shows us the great need that believers have in times of turmoil. The church in Philippi was a very good church that participated with the apostle … The post What should our response be in the midst of turmoil? appeared […]
- NYC Conference with Ed Marks on God’s Economy in Faith (April 2022)by L2H on June 3, 2022
Below are links to a virtual conference given by brother Ed Marks from April 23-24 in New York City. The general subject of the conference is “God’s Economy in Faith.” … The post NYC Conference with Ed Marks on God’s Economy in Faith […]
- Should we speak the words of warning that are given in the New…by L2H on April 16, 2022
Many Christian teachers avoid the warnings that occur throughout the New Testament, and many believers have ears only for words of comfort and affirmation. Those who seek such affirmation find … The post Should we speak the words of warning that […]
- “Stealing” Meeting Halls?by billb (Shepherding Words) on April 7, 2022
Some dear saints have been influenced by malicious claims that Living Stream Ministry (LSM), the Defense and Confirmation Project (DCP), or the co-workers “stole” meeting halls by suing churches. Neither LSM, nor DCP, nor the co-workers have […]
- Why does it sometimes seem like there are generational rifts in the…by L2H on April 2, 2022
If the younger ones do not receive from the older ones, the experiences gained and lessons learned will need to be repeated, and the advance of God’s move in His … The post Why does it sometimes seem like there are generational rifts in the […]
- The Elders Avoiding Entanglement in Right and Wrongby billb (Shepherding Words) on March 31, 2022
The elders in a local church must deal with all kinds of issues, including complicated situations involving the saints. A great temptation the elders face is getting entangled in determinations of right and wrong in disputes between saints. The […]
- Serious Errors Concerning the Fellowship of the Co-workersby billb (Shepherding Words) on March 31, 2022
Recently, a former co-worker accused the North American co-workers of drifting toward organization and hierarchy by allegedly giving serious consideration to centralizing ownership of the local churches’ meeting halls. This is a gross […]
- Receiving All Believers but Not Different Teachingsby billb (Shepherding Words) on March 31, 2022
Concerning the practice of the church, certain basic principles need to be understood and kept in balance. Fundamentally, the church, as the unique Body of Christ, is one universally and includes every believer irrespective of time and space. […]
- Defense & Confirmation Project (DCP)by billb (Shepherding Words) on March 31, 2022
The Defense & Confirmation Project (DCP) was established to “defend and confirm the New Testament ministry of Watchman Nee and Witness Lee and the practice of the local churches.” This mission statement is based on Paul’s words in […]
- Assailing the Ground of Oneness (7): The Identifying Characteristics…by billb (Shepherding Words) on March 31, 2022
The New Testament presents the church as universally one in its existence and locally one in its manifestation (Eph. 1:22-23; Acts 13:1). Yet Christians today are divided among a plethora of denominations and local sects. Underlying these divisions […]
- Why do some leading ones advise the saints not to read writings that…by L2H on March 14, 2022
Those who bear responsibility in the ministry, the work, and the churches in the Lord’s recovery have a biblically mandated responsibility to protect the flock. In performing that duty they … The post Why do some leading ones advise the saints […]
- What is the proper ground for the building up of the Church?by L2H on February 26, 2022
Matthew 18:20 contains a wonderful promise: “For where two or three are gathered into My name, there am I in their midst.” However, some have misused this verse to discount … The post What is the proper ground for the building up of the […]
- Is it possible that in our worship of God, we are doing what is right…by L2H on February 26, 2022
The children of Israel were free to enjoy the fruit of the harvest and of their livestock at any place and at any time during the year. However, the top … The post Is it possible that in our worship of God, we are doing what is right in our own […]
- Quenching the Flaming Darts of the Enemyby admin (Shepherding Words) on February 14, 2022
If we want to be those who are practically part of God’s corporate warrior in Ephesians 6, we must learn how to quench the flaming darts of the enemy. Verse 16 speaks of “having taken up the shield of faith, with which you will be able to quench […]
- Properly Representing the Lord in the Exercise of Disciplineby admin (Shepherding Words) on February 14, 2022
From time to time those who bear responsibility in the administration of a church must exercise a measure of discipline toward unruly members. The exercise of discipline takes as its goals restoring the erring members and protecting both the […]
- Authority and Fellowshipby admin (Shepherding Words) on February 14, 2022
God desires to establish His kingdom on the earth through a group of people who stand against all forms of rebellion and come absolutely under His authority. Establishing God’s authority over the earth is a great matter in the Bible, but fallen […]
- Obsession and Subjectivityby admin (Shepherding Words) on February 14, 2022
Obsession In the 1930s Brother Watchman Nee gave a word concerning “Obsession and God’s Light” (The Collected Works of Watchman Nee [CWWN], Vol. 36: Central Messages, 257-271). His speaking should help us discern dissenting speakings directed […]
- Central Texas Conference with Ron Kangas on Building Today’s Ark…by L2H on November 27, 2021
Below are links to a virtual conference given by brother Ron Kangas from August 13-15, 2021 to the churches in central Texas, hosted by the church in Austin. The general … The post Central Texas Conference with Ron Kangas on Building Today’s […]
- What is holiness in the Bible?by Tom Smith (Holding to Truth) on August 25, 2021
Have you ever asked, “What is holiness in the Bible?” You may have even read a verse like, You shall be holy, for I, Jehovah your God, am holy. (Lev. 19:2) But what does that mean, and how is it even possible for us, who were fallen sinners, to […]
- 70 Aspects of Christ as Everything for Your Enjoymentby Tom Smith (Holding to Truth) on August 3, 2021
Here are 70 aspects of Christ as everything for your appreciation, experience and enjoyment! I found them while singing and musing on this hymn by Witness Lee entitled: “I’ve found the One of peerless worth.” This hymn expresses God’s desire […]
- Great Resolutions Podcast #42 – A Prevailing Witnessby Ageturners (AgeTurners) on May 27, 2021
Local Chinese women began to play a vital role in the spread of the gospel in the early 1920s because of social reforms in China. Boarding schools were established by missionaries where local Chinese women were educated so that they could help […]
- Great Resolutions Podcast #41 – Dora Yu – A Molded Vesselby Ageturners (AgeTurners) on April 5, 2021
In this podcast, we begin to consider the life of Dora Yu, the sister through whom Watchman Nee was saved. We take a look at her early life including her family life and education. Her story still resonates with us today, especially young people, […]
- Great Resolutions Podcast #40 – The Judgement Seat of Christby Ageturners (AgeTurners) on March 9, 2021
In this podcast, we take a look at D.M. Panton’s classic book The Judgment Seat of Christ. This book provides an understanding concerning the three kinds of judgment that will take place at the Lord’s coming, with particular emphasis on the […]
- Renewed in the Spirit of Your Mind – What does it mean and how do…by Tom Smith (Holding to Truth) on March 9, 2021
“And that you be renewed in the spirit of your mind” – Ephesians 4:23 Have you ever wondered what Paul meant when he made this profound statement? If so, then I believe that you will agree with me that being “renewed in the spirit of your […]
- Does Your Christian Journey Need Road Signs?by Tom Smith (Holding to Truth) on November 12, 2020
Do you need road signs for your Christian journey? There are at least seven of them hidden in the first chapter of the Gospel of John. In John 1 there are seven great signs in the history of the universe that are milestones for us to follow. Each […]
- The Present World Situation – 6 Ways for a Christian to Respondby Tom Smith (Holding to Truth) on August 17, 2020
How should a Christian respond to the present world situation? As a believer in Christ, have you experienced inner turmoil in knowing how to face the present environment in the world around you? I know I have. It is easy to lose sleep over […]
- New Website for Intercessory Prayer in North Americaby Ageturners (AgeTurners) on June 14, 2020
We would like to announce that the existing beseeching.org is being rebuilt. It will be a completely new site to help the saints in the churches in North America, especially those in the United States, persevere in daily intercessory prayer, and […]
- Helpful New Video on the Share the Good News Pageby Ageturners (AgeTurners) on May 14, 2020
Dear All, We’d like to announce a new video created by Bibles for America (BfA) for the saints conveying the burden for the gospel to be preached during this global pandemic. This video also gives an overview of the different types of gospel […]
- Weekly Pursuit – Week 3 of Juneby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 21, 2022
Verses: 2 Cor. 11:2 “For I am jealous over you with a jealousy of God; for I betrothed you to one husband to present you as a pure virgin to Christ.” Excerpts: Life is a person, and there is no other way to apply and enjoy this person […]
- Prayer Burdens – Week 3 of Juneby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 21, 2022
Azerbaijan Pray for the distribution of the new Azerbaijani and Russian literature to find fertile ground, take root, and bear fruit. Bangladesh Pray for the trainees’ fieldwork 6/13-6/26; may the Lord strengthen all the trainees that they may […]
- Prayer Burdens – Week 2 of Juneby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 15, 2022
Azerbaijan Pray for the campus saints, the community saints and friends to grow in life for the building work of God through our regular visitation, feeding and shepherding. Bangladesh Pray for the ministry distribution in different areas, so […]
- Weekly Pursuit – Week 2 of Juneby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 15, 2022
Verses: Heb. 7:25 “He is able to save to the uttermost those who come forward to God through Him, since He lives always to intercede for them.” Excerpts: As far as Abraham was concerned, it was a shame for him to see that his brother […]
- Weekly Pursuit – Week 1 of Juneby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 8, 2022
Verses: Luke 18:8 “…When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?” Excerpts: The linking faith is the divine requirement for the overcomers to meet Christ in His triumphant return. This is based upon Luke 18:8, where the […]
- Prayer Burdens – Week 1 of Juneby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 8, 2022
Bangladesh Pray for the perfecting meetings on 6/10 and 6/24; may the Lord release the saints’ time and gain them to be constituted with the truth. Cambodia Pray for the gospel preaching among the local people to not only contact some open […]
- Prayer Burdens – Week 5 of Mayby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 1, 2022
Azerbaijan Pray for the saints’ gathering together to be kept and protected, according to His wisdom, that the church can be established and flourish until He comes, because a city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Bhutan Pray for the saints to […]
- Weekly Pursuit – Week 5 of Mayby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on June 1, 2022
Verses: Rom. 10:17 “So faith comes out of hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.” Excerpts: Faith is in our spirit, which is mingled with the Holy Spirit. Doubts are in our mind. This is why when you preach the gospel, you […]
- Mayby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on May 31, 2022
Laos Establishing the Church in Luang Prabang Luang Prabang is located in the north-central part of Laos. It is the old capital of Laos and the fourth largest city in the country, situated about 300 kilometers away from the capital […]
- Weekly Pursuit – Week 4 of Mayby LMAsia (Lord’s Move to Asia) on May 26, 2022
Verses: Heb. 12:2 “Looking away unto Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down on the right hand of the throne of God.” Excerpts: If we would […]
- Prayer for the Lord’s preserving of the United States as…by Beyond Admin (Beseeching) on January 17, 2022
Pray that the Lord would continue to preserve the United States as a base for His recovery that it may spread throughout the earth so that the church may be built up for the Lord to return (Matt. 16:18). Matt. 16:18—And I also say to you that you […]
- Prayer for the saints to have great resolutions in heart…by David Mangold (Beseeching) on September 26, 2021
Pray that the saints would receive the grace of God in order to have great resolutions of heart and great searchings of heart for their participation in the Lord’s move through migration (Judg. 5:15b-16). Judges 5:15b-16—Among the divisions of […]
- Prayer for the saints to receive the burden to migrate to…by David Mangold (Beseeching) on September 25, 2021
Pray that the saints in the churches in the United States would receive the burden for migration to the “Bible Belt” by the saints who intend to migrate preparing themselves, by the saints in the target localities making preparations, by the […]
- Prayer for the saints’ migration to strategic cities in…by David Mangold (Beseeching) on September 24, 2021
Pray that many saints would rise up to migrate to the strategic cities throughout the United States for the spread of the Lord’s testimony (Acts 1:8b; 8:1b, 4). Acts 1:8b—And you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem and in all Judea and […]
- Prayer for the Lord to make all the saints sojourners on…by David Mangold (Beseeching) on September 23, 2021
Pray that the Lord would make all the saints sojourners on the earth who follow the footsteps of Abraham, living the life of the altar and the tent for the maintaining of God’s testimony (Heb. 11:8-10, 13). Hebrews 11:8-10, 13—By faith Abraham, […]