SYNONYMOUS (Equivalent in meaning; Expressing or implying the same idea)

Oh, what confusion and contention we do earn for ourselves when we make synonymous those Bible terms that may be related but are by no means equivalent in their meaning, nor do they sometimes even imply the same idea.

If Pastor and Elder are biblically synonymous terms, then all Elders must pastor (verb: shepherd and feed) a body of believers and all Pastors must be male Elders (overseers) of the flock.  The term “Pastor” identifies the shepherding and feeding (Pastor-Teacher) ministry gift that Jesus gave (and presently gives) to the Church.  Along with Apostles, Prophets and Evangelists, the Pastoral-Teaching gift is

A Scripture Study of the Holy Ghost

A BIBLE  STUDY

The following is a scripture study of the Holy Ghost.  Of course, such a brief document could never be close to exhaustive.  However, it will give us a basic Bible understanding of the ministry of the Spirit of God within the life of the believer.  I have emphasized some words and phrases to help with the study.  Some words that I want to stress and connect within the passages are in bold type.  The italicized words in brackets are

A letter from Guyana, SA

Bartica, Guyana

6th July, 2012

Dearest Pastor Bobby,

The Lord bless you and your family.  Hope you are all well and enjoying His grace and goodness.  Praise His holy name.

Please express our appreciation and thanks to all who help make our ministry here possible.

The meeting was good last Sunday morning at Bartica Church.  Quite a few people got saved and many believers came forward for prayer for different needs.

Last night I was