‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12
A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17
B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25
C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7
D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church--I—1Peter 3:8-12
Peter is offering lessons to the church in the overall scheme of Submission...the give-&-take of relationships that are to fall under the umbrella of CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE.
We began by examining the relationship of CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE in regard to GOVERNMENT(1Peter 2:13-17).
Followed by the relationship of CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE in regard to WORK(1Peter 2:18-25).
And lastly we looked at the relationship of CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE in regard to MARRIAGE(1Peter 3:1-7).
Today we will continue by looking at the role of CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE within the Body of Christ, AKA--the CHURCH—
D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church--I—1Peter 3:8-12
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If I don't answer the phone, I’ll probably be in the shower!
We like to think that we can have a healthy body with no real commitment to it’s fulfillment.
Likewise God’s Church cannot be healthy without real commitment to that end.
Peter pressed the importance of Christian submission as it related to the Church or Body of Christ.
Christian submission applies directly the Church.
How is Christian governance to be addressed by Church(Body of Christ)?
6 undertakings/facets of Christian governance regarding the Church(Body of Christ).
1—Christian governance regarding the CHURCH(Body of Christ) addresses...SINGLENESS Of MIND(:8-9)
Explanation:(:8-9)Unity/Commonality/Non-Retaliatory
:8—“Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous;”
There is a “final” aspect to what Peter is bringing to the forefront regarding submission or governance. This “final” aspect of governance brings together all the previous aspects of governance.
These aspects of governance are directed toward the corporate church as it flows from the individual responsibilities of each member of the body of Christ. The governing aspects of local church life are to be couched in the individual Christian’s governance by the Holy Spirit. Such aspects of governance thereby are to reflect a relationship with God. Peter’s instruction here is directed toward individuals for corporate expression. You must make a conscious decision to walk with Christ!
Thus the Church too, is to be guided by the same aspects of mutual submission & love, which have already been elucidated in 2:13--3:7, & will continue to be in 3:13ff.
“All” of the local(& universal) church is to be “of one mind.” That is, they are to be unified in their belief. Such shared belief is what makes the Church God’s Church. Though the congregation in Christ is unified, they cannot possibly be uniform, due to the unique & individual nature of man. Instead, God balances the trusts of every individual Christian upon a single point...Himself, thru Christ Jesus, empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Being “of one mind” God’s people will receive & thus exemplify a mutual “compassion for” their brothers & sisters in Christ.
Being “of one mind” God’s people will “love as do brothers.” They are blood-“brothers” who are bound together by the saving grace of Christ Jesus.
Being “of one mind” God’s people are to exemplify “tenderheartedness.” God’s people are quick to show pity & sympathetic mercy toward one another. “Compassion/sympathy” is expressed in Rom. 12:15...
Rom. 12:15—“Rejoice with those who rejoice, & weep with those who weep.”
Being “of one mind” God’s people are to tangibly express genuine Christian friendly politeness(Byz/TR) or humility of spirit(MajT). Such “courtesy” results from an individually recognized reception of God’s forgiveness. Truly humble “courtesy” is not born of mere social norms, although Christian “courtesy” can be encouraged thru those norms. “Courtesy” OR “Humility” is expressed in Prov. 29:23...
Prov. 29:23—“A man’s pride will bring him low, But the humble in spirit will retain honor.”
“Finally/To Sum Up”—to de telov——(o, h, to)—Article—1) This, that, these, etc. Strong—The definite article; The(sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom).—de—Conjunction—1) But, moreover, and, etc.. Strong—a primary particle(adversative or continuative); But, and, etc..—&—telov—Noun Neuter—1) End—1a) Termination, the limit at which a thing ceases to be (always of the end of some act or state, but not of the end of a period of time), 1b) The end—1b1) The last in any succession or series, 1b2) Eternal, 1c) That by which a thing is finished, its close, issue, 1d) The end to which all things relate, the aim, purpose; 2) Toll, custom(i.e. indirect tax on goods). Telov is an indirect tax on merchandise, which was collected at piers, harbors, & gates of cities. It was similar to modern import duties. Strong—from a primary tellw(to set out for a definite point or goal); properly--The point aimed at as a limit, i.e. by implication--The conclusion of an act or state (termination [literally, figuratively or indefinitely], result [immediate, ultimate or prophetic], purpose); specifically--An impost or levy(as paid).
“All”—pav—Adj.—1) individually—1a) Each, every, any, all, the whole, everyone, all things, everything; 2) collectively—2a) Some of all types. Strong—apparently a primary word; All, any, every, the whole.
“Of One Mind/Harmonious/In Harmony With”—omofrwn—Adj.—1) Of one mind, concordant. Strong—Like-minded, i.e. Harmonious. Used 1X.?From—omou—genitive case of omov (the same; akin to ama[properly--at the "same" time, but freely used as a preposition or adverb denoting close association]) as adverb; At the same place or time.—&—frhn—probably from an obsolete fraw(to rein in or curb; compare frassw[to fence, enclose, block up]); the midrif(as a partition of the body), i.e. figuratively & by implication, of sympathy--The feelings(or sensitive nature; by extension[also in the plural]--The mind or cognitive faculties).
“Compassion for one another/Sympathetic/Sympathizing”—sumpayhv—Adj.—1) Suffering or feeling the like with another, sympathetic. Strong—Having a fellow-feeling(“sympathetic”), i.e. by implication--Mutually commiserative. RWP—Our “sympathetic” in original sense. Used 1X.
“Love As Brothers/Brotherly”—filadelfov—Adj.—1) Loving brother or sister; 2) in a broader sense--Loving one like a brother, loving one's fellow countrymen—2a) of an Israelite, 2b) of a Christian loving Christians. Strong—Fond of brethren, i.e. Fraternal. Used 1X.?From—filov—properly--Dear, i.e. A friend; Fond, i.e. Friendly(an associate, neighbor, etc.)—&—adelfov—from A(as a connective particle) & delfuv(the womb); A brother(literally or figuratively).
“Tenderhearted/Pitiful”—eusplagcnov—Lit.=‘Well/Good Bowels’—Adj.—1) Having strong bowels; 2) Compassionate, tender hearted. Strong—Well compassioned, i.e. Sympathetic. Poole—Ready to show mercy, of a merciful disposition. Used 2X.--Here & Eph. 4:32.?From—eu—neuter of a primary euv(good); adverbially--Well.—&—splagcnon—An intestine(plural); figuratively--Pity or sympathy.
“Courteous/Friendly”[Byz./TR]—filofrwn—Adj.—1) Friendly, kind. Strong—Friendly of mind, i.e. Kind. JFB—Genuine Christian politeness; not the tinsel of the world's politeness; stamped with unfeigned love on one side, & humility on the other. Poole—Kind, affable, humane, of a sweet conversation, in opposition to sourness & moroseness. Used 1X.?From—filov—properly--Dear, i.e. A friend; Fond, i.e. Friendly(an associate, neighbor, etc.)—&—frhn—probably from an obsolete fraw(to rein in or curb; compare frassw[to fence, enclose, block up]); The midrif(as a partition of the body), i.e. figuratively & by implication, of sympathy--The feelings(or sensitive nature; by extension[also in the plural]--The mind or cognitive faculties).
OR...
“Humble minded”[Maj. T]—tapeinofronev—?Adj.?—Humble, Humble-minded. JFB—The oldest manuscripts read, “humble-minded.” It is slightly different from “humble,” in that it marks a conscious effort to be truly humble. Used 1X.
:9—“not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing.”
Being “of one mind” God’s people are to tangibly express a cautiously guarded position toward personal vengeance & retaliation. They are not to be characterized as those who “return the same evil for” the “evil” they themselves have received from others. They likewise are not to “return” “reviling” or slander for slander received.
Mat. 5:38-42—“You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye & a tooth for a tooth.’ “But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. If anyone wants to sue you & take away your tunic, let him have your cloak also. And whoever compels you to go one mile, go with him two. Give to him who asks you, & from him who wants to borrow from you do not turn away.”
All God’s people are well aware(“knowing”) that they are to extend “blessing” rather than retaliation for any wrong done(1Cor. 6:7).
1Cor. 6:7—“Now therefore, it is already an utter failure for you that you go to law against one another. Why do you not rather accept wrong? Why do you not rather let yourselves be cheated?
Christians(God’s People) absolutely “know” that they are “called” of God, thru a new creation in life, to non-retaliative posture in all areas of life.
God’s people are not to ‘jump down somebody’s throat’ at the first mentioning of what might offend us.
God’s people are not to talk down people behind our backs—gossiping & spreading dissension with our every ‘pious’ word.
God’s people are not to be ‘politicians of the faith’, garnering & nurturing a constituency by secrecy & flattery(as did Absolom(2Sam. 15:1-6)).
Part of a Christian’s motivation for extending “blessing” in response to a personal “evil” received, is that by giving a “blessing” they will, in turn, not only receive a “blessing” or ‘good word’, but will “inherit a blessing.”
This they will receive by lot, as what is due them—what they earn as income, & as an expected wage. This comes to them thru faithfulness. Such a ‘good word’ speaks of one’s testimony & reputation before others. It likewise speaks to the reception of God’s “blessing” upon one’s actions.
“Not”(See 3:10—“From”)—mh—Particle—1) No, not lest. Strong—a primary particle of qualified negation(whereas ou, ouk, ouc expresses an absolute denial); adverbially--Not, conjunctionally--Lest; also(as an interrogative implying a negative answer[whereas ou expects an affirmative one])--Whether.
“Returning/Rendering/Repay”—apodidwmi—Present Active Participle Nominative Plural Masc.—1) To deliver, to give away for one's own profit what is one's own, to sell; 2) To pay off, discharge what is due—2a) A debt, wages, tribute, taxes, produce due, 2b) Things promised under oath, 2c) Conjugal duty, 2d) To render account; 3) To give back, restore; 4) To requite, recompense in a good or a bad sense. Strong—To give away, i.e. Up, over, back, etc.(in various applications).?From—apo—1) Of separation—“From”. Strong—a primary particle; “Off,” i.e. Away(from something near), in various senses(of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative).—&—didwmi—1) To give; 2) To give something to someone; 3) To give—3a) To cause, profuse, give forth from one's self, 3b) To appoint to an office, 3c) To cause to come forth, i.e. as the sea, death & Hell are said to give up the dead who have been engulfed or received by them, 3d) To give one to someone as his own; 4) To grant or permit one—4a) To commission. Strong—To give(used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection).
“Evil”2X(See 3:10, 11, 12)—kakov—Adj.—1) Of a bad nature—1a) Not such as it ought to be; 2) Of a mode of thinking, feeling, acting—2a) Base, wrong, wicked; 3) Troublesome, injurious, pernicious, destructive, baneful. These words[kakov, ponhrov, faulov] may be used with very little distinction of meaning, but often the difference is marked. Kakov frequently means evil rather negatively, referring to the absence of the qualities which constitute a person or thing what it should be or what it claims to be. It is also used meaning evil in a moral sense. It is a general antithesis to agayov. Strong—apparently a primary word; Worthless(intrinsically, such; whereas ponhrov properly refers to effects), i.e. subjectively--Depraved, or objectively--Injurious.
“For”2X—anti—Preposition—1) Over against, opposite to, before; 2) For, instead of, in place of(something)—2a) Instead of, 2b) For, 2c) For that, because, 2d) Wherefore, for this cause. Strong—a primary particle; Opposite, i.e. Instead or because of(rarely--In addition to).
“Reviling”2X—loidoria—Noun Fem. Accusative Sing.—1) Railing, reviling. Strong—Slander or vituperation[bitter & abusive language]. Used 3X.?From—loidorov; from loidov(mischief); Abusive, i.e. A blackguard.
“But”—de—
“Contrary”—tounantion—Lit.=‘In the presence of this’—Adverb—1) On the contrary, contrariwise. Strong—On the contrary. Used 3X.?Contraction for the neuter of—o, h, to—Article—1) This, that, these, etc. Strong—The definite article; The(sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom).—&—enantion—neuter of enantiov[opposite; figuratively--Antagonistic]; adverbially--In the presence(view) of.
“Blessing”(See—eulogia—below)—eulogew—Present Active Participle Nominative Plural Masc.—1) To praise, celebrate with praises; 2) To invoke blessings; 3) To consecrate a thing with solemn prayers—3a) To ask God's blessing on a thing, 3b) Pray God to bless it to one's use, 3c) Pronounce a consecratory blessing on; 4) of God—4a) To cause to prosper, to make happy, to bestow blessings on, 4b) Favored of God, blessed. Strong—To speak well of, i.e. religiously--To bless(thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper).?From—eu—neuter of a primary euv(good); adverbially--Well.—&—logov—Noun Masc.—1) of speech—1a) A word, uttered by a living voice, embodies a conception or idea, 1b) What someone has said, 1c) Discourse, 1d) Doctrine, teaching, 1e) Anything reported in speech; a narration, narrative; 2) Its use as respect to the MIND alone—2a) Reason, the mental faculty of thinking, meditating, reasoning, calculating, 2b) Account, i.e. Regard, consideration, 2c) Account, i.e. reckoning, score, 2d) Account, i.e. answer or explanation in reference to judgment, 2e) Relation, i.e. with whom as judge we stand in relation, 2f) Reason, cause, ground. Strong—from legw[To "lay" forth or Relate; by implication--To mean]; Something said(including the thought), A topic(subject of discourse), Reasoning(the mental faculty) or motive, A computation.
“Knowing”—eidw/oida—Perfect Active Participle Nominative Plural Masc.—1) To see—1a) To perceive with the eyes, 1b) To perceive by any of the senses, 1c) To perceive, notice, discern, discover; 2) To know—2a) To know of anything, 2b) To know, i.e. get knowledge of, understand, perceive—2b1) of any fact, 2b2) the force & meaning of something which has definite meaning, 2b3) To know how, to be skilled in, 2c) To have regard for one, cherish, pay attention to(1Th 5:12). Eidw/oida denotes to see with the mind's eye, signifies a clear & purely mental perception. Strong—a primary verb; used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent optanomai & oraw; properly--To see(literally or figuratively); by implication (in the perfect only)--To know.
“Called”—kalew—Verb—1) To call—1a) To call aloud, utter in a loud voice, 1b) To invite; 2) To call i.e. to name, by name—2a) To give a name to—2a1) To receive the name of, receive as a name, 2a2) To give some name to one, call his name, 2b) To be called i.e. To bear a name or title(among men), 2c) To salute one by name. Kalew is to cry out for a purpose & suggests intelligence. Strong—To "call"(properly--aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise).
“Inherit”—klhronomew—Verb—1) To receive a lot, receive by lot—1a) especially--To receive a part of an inheritance, receive as an inheritance, obtain by right of inheritance, 1b) To be an heir, to inherit; 2) To receive the portion assigned to one, receive an allotted portion, receive as one's own or as a possession; 3) To become partaker of, to obtain. Strong—To be an heir to(literally or figuratively). Used 18X.
“Blessing”(See—eulogew—above)—eulogia—Noun Fem.—1) Praise, laudation, panegyric: of Christ or God; 2) Fine discourse, polished language—2a) in a bad sense--Language artfully adapted to captivate the hearer: fair speaking, fine speeches; 3) An invocation of blessing, benediction; 4) Consecration; 5) A (concrete)blessing, benefit. Strong—Fine speaking, i.e. Elegance of language; commendation (“eulogy”), i.e. reverentially--Adoration; religiously--Benediction; by implication--Consecration; by extension--Benefit or largess[generosity in bestowing money]. Used 16X.
Argumentation:
Php. 2:1-7—“Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection & mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, & coming in the likeness of men.”
Acts 1:1-17; 2:1—“The former account I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do & teach, until the day in which He was taken up, after He through the Holy Spirit had given commandments to the apostles whom He had chosen, to whom He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days & speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God. And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, “which,” He said, “you have heard from Me; for John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” Therefore, when they had come together, they asked Him, saying, “Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” And He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons which the Father has put in His own authority. But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; & you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, & in all Judea & Samaria, & to the end of the earth.” Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, & a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day’s journey. And when they had entered, they went up into the upper room where they were staying: Peter, James, John, Andrew; Philip & Thomas; Bartholomew & Matthew; James the son of Alphaeus Simon the Zealot; Judas the son of James. These all continued with one accord in prayer supplication, with the women Mary the mother of Jesus, & with His brothers. And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples (altogether the number of names was about a hundred & twenty), & said, “Men & brethren, this Scripture had to be fulfilled, which the Holy Spirit spoke before by the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide to those who arrested Jesus; for he was numbered with us & obtained a part in this ministry.”.....“When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.”
Acts 4:32-35—“Now the multitude of those who believed were of one heart one soul; neither did anyone say that any of the things he possessed was his own, but they had all things in common. And with great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And great grace was upon them all. Nor was there anyone among them who lacked; for all who were possessors of lands or houses sold them, & brought the proceeds of the things that were sold, & laid them at the apostles’ feet; they distributed to each as anyone had need.”
Rom. 12:9-21—“Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. Therefore “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; If he is thirsty, give him a drink; For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Rom. 15:1-7—“We then who are strong ought to bear with the scruples of the weak, & not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, leading to edification. For even Christ did not please Himself; but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached You fell on Me.” For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience & comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. Now may the God of patience & comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus, that you may with one mind & one mouth glorify the God & Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore receive one another, just as Christ also received us, to the glory of God.”
1Cor. 1:10-15—“Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, & that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind & in the same judgment. For it has been declared to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of Chloe’s household, that there are contentions among you. Now I say this, that each of you says, “I am of Paul,” or “I am of Apollos,” or “I am of Cephas,” or “I am of Christ.” Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul? I thank God that I baptized none of you except Crispus & Gaius, lest anyone should say that I had baptized in my own name.”
Php. 3:14-16—“I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; & if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you. Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us be of the same mind.”
1Cor. 12:21-27—“And the eye cannot say to the hand, “I have no need of you”; nor again the head to the feet, “I have no need of you.” No, much rather, those members of the body which seem to be weaker are necessary. And those members of the body which we think to be less honorable, on these we bestow greater honor; & our unpresentable parts have greater modesty, but our presentable parts have no need. But God composed the body, having given greater honor to that part which lacks it, that there should be no schism in the body, but that the members should have the same care for one another. And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Now you are the body of Christ, & members individually.”
1Pet. 2:20-24—“For what credit is it if, when you are beaten for your faults, you take it patiently? But when you do good & suffer, if you take it patiently, this is commendable before God. For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps: “Who committed no sin, Nor was deceit found in His mouth”; who, when He was reviled, did not revile in return; when He suffered, He did not threaten, but committed Himself to Him who judges righteously; who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness--by whose stripes you were healed.”
1Jn. 3:14-19—“We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love his brother abides in death. Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, & you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him. By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. But whoever has this world’s goods, & sees his brother in need, & shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him? My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed & in truth. And by this we know that we are of the truth, & shall assure our hearts before Him.”
Fleshly governance splits businesses, churches, families, alliances, etc., whereas Godly governance mends & nurtures them.
Illustration:
Someone who is only after a paycheck versus someone who is inthralled with the work that is being done by those whom they work for/IF you are an oysterman & ‘do what you do’ because you love the thought that your best efforts & labors are in league with all that is involved in supplying the tastiest oysters known, to people who love to eat them—you thrive on the thought that you are helping people have a glorious time in our state, area, our town/SINGLENESS Of MIND
My experience in churches/Someone’s ‘religious applecart’ gets upset when their belief system is challenged/In their mind, singleness of mind of the church is threatened/So...they attempt to gather ‘a following’ that supports their view so that all who gather around that issue(& it’s always an issue) will have ‘singleness of mind’—Such a church becomes humanly ‘preference-driven’/Thus the church’s singleness of mind is compromised & divided, no longer being single/SINGLENESS Of MIND
Application:
?Does ‘Christian Governance’ guide Your SINGLENESS Of MIND with the CHURCH? or does ‘fleshly governance’?
?Is Christian Governance within the CHURCH aided or hindered by you?
CONCLUSION:
Visualization:
My Shampoo of Choice—I prefer Dawn because it dissolves stubborn fat!
Action:
Christian governance regarding the CHURCH(Body of Christ) addresses...
1. SINGLENESS Of MIND(:8-9)
Pt# 1 only! presented 05/20/2018am to:
FBC Cbelle
206 Storrs Ave. SW.(SE Ave. A)
Carrabelle, FL 32322
