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These general principles of Scripture (Matthew 15:19; Proverbs 4:23; Romans 8:7-8) underscore the widely observed phenomena that behavioral lifestyles are the result of "values" held intellectually. Or put more succinctly: what you believe affects what you do.
Two Worldviews: Theistic and Atheistic
The overarching and foundational premises upon which all thinking men and women build their lives are either theistic or atheistic. That is, they make the assumption (believe) that "a" god exists or that one does not. Being theistic does not mean that one is "Christian"—or even more important—that one believes in the revealed Word of a Creator God. But being theistic does mean that supernatural is probable and that "things" are sometimes unexplainable in natural terms. Such a "spiritual" view of reality is in direct conflict with atheistic and naturalistic science. Some try to blend the two views with various "paranormal" hybrids, but the "true" scientist rejects such efforts to blend atheism with theism.
The Bible Can Not Be Harmonized with Naturalism
Trying to make the words of Scripture fit the thoughts and ideas of godless men is not a new phenomena. Satan distorted the message of the Creator in the Garden. Prophets, kings, priests, pastors, sorcerers, alchemists, politicians, evangelists, pundits, scientists, and theologians have all tried to distort, deconstruct, and denigrate God's Word in many different ways over the centuries. The common theme—the common methodology—has been to seek some hybridization of the words of God and the words of men. God must accommodate Himself to the "discoveries" and "knowledge" of men. As the apostle Paul said: "God forbid!" (Romans 3:4).
ICR Will Not Compromise the Biblical message
Our effort to uncover and present scientific evidence of the Bible's credibility is with the expectation that God will use such "substance" and "evidence" to bring men and women to faith in Jesus Christ.
Please share your resources with us and enable us to stand.
[body_edit] =>These general principles of Scripture (Matthew 15:19; Proverbs 4:23; Romans 8:7-8) underscore the widely observed phenomena that behavioral lifestyles are the result of "values" held intellectually. Or put more succinctly: what you believe affects what you do.
Two Worldviews: Theistic and Atheistic
The overarching and foundational premises upon which all thinking men and women build their lives are either theistic or atheistic. That is, they make the assumption (believe) that "a" god exists or that one does not. Being theistic does not mean that one is "Christian"—or even more important—that one believes in the revealed Word of a Creator God. But being theistic does mean that supernatural is probable and that "things" are sometimes unexplainable in natural terms. Such a "spiritual" view of reality is in direct conflict with atheistic and naturalistic science. Some try to blend the two views with various "paranormal" hybrids, but the "true" scientist rejects such efforts to blend atheism with theism.
The Bible Can Not Be Harmonized with Naturalism
Trying to make the words of Scripture fit the thoughts and ideas of godless men is not a new phenomena. Satan distorted the message of the Creator in the Garden. Prophets, kings, priests, pastors, sorcerers, alchemists, politicians, evangelists, pundits, scientists, and theologians have all tried to distort, deconstruct, and denigrate God's Word in many different ways over the centuries. The common theme—the common methodology—has been to seek some hybridization of the words of God and the words of men. God must accommodate Himself to the "discoveries" and "knowledge" of men. As the apostle Paul said: "God forbid!" (Romans 3:4).
ICR Will Not Compromise the Biblical message
Our effort to uncover and present scientific evidence of the Bible's credibility is with the expectation that God will use such "substance" and "evidence" to bring men and women to faith in Jesus Christ.
Please share your resources with us and enable us to stand.
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Often one hears the comment, "Our country is going downhill fast!" That is true from our perspective (in light of the few decades that most of us have been alive), but history offers both verification of our observations and hope for God's intervention in the affairs of men.
Leaders Challenge, Restore, or Destroy.
Political leadership has always impacted the morality of a country. "When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn" (Proverbs 29:2). Bible history tells us that there was a great revival under Hezekiah, followed by an awful 55-year rule under Manasseh, a bloody murder of his son, Amon, soon after, then a great revival under Josiah that impacted the next 30 years. Habakkuk agonized about "things" as Josiah's rule was ending, asking God; "O Lord, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! even cry out unto thee of violence, and thou wilt not save! Why dost thou shew me iniquity, and cause me to behold grievance? for spoiling and violence are before me: and there are that raise up strife and contention" (Habakkuk 1:2-3).
Christian Leadership Requires a Long View.
". . . let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith . . ." (Hebrews 12:1-2).
We are told that our warfare is not "fleshly" (II Corinthians 10:3-4) and that we are not to "look" at the temporal things (II Corinthians 4:18). We must, of course, be alert and "sober" (I Thessalonians 5:6) — make sure you vote intelligently in November! However, our role is to "seek ye first the kingdom" (Matthew 6:33) and pray for the day when God's will is "done in earth, as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10).
ICR is Committed to Undeviating Biblical Inerrancy.
ICR seeks to uncover and present contemporary scientific evidence of the Bible's credibility. Please share your resources with us and enable us to stand.
[body_edit] =>Often one hears the comment, "Our country is going downhill fast!" That is true from our perspective (in light of the few decades that most of us have been alive), but history offers both verification of our observations and hope for God's intervention in the affairs of men.
Leaders Challenge, Restore, or Destroy.
Political leadership has always impacted the morality of a country. "When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn" (Proverbs 29:2). Bible history tells us that there was a great revival under Hezekiah, followed by an awful 55-year rule under Manasseh, a bloody murder of his son, Amon, soon after, then a great revival under Josiah that impacted the next 30 years. Habakkuk agonized about "things" as Josiah's rule was ending, asking God; "O Lord, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! even cry out unto thee of violence, and thou wilt not save! Why dost thou shew me iniquity, and cause me to behold grievance? for spoiling and violence are before me: and there are that raise up strife and contention" (Habakkuk 1:2-3).
Christian Leadership Requires a Long View.
". . . let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith . . ." (Hebrews 12:1-2).
We are told that our warfare is not "fleshly" (II Corinthians 10:3-4) and that we are not to "look" at the temporal things (II Corinthians 4:18). We must, of course, be alert and "sober" (I Thessalonians 5:6) — make sure you vote intelligently in November! However, our role is to "seek ye first the kingdom" (Matthew 6:33) and pray for the day when God's will is "done in earth, as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10).
ICR is Committed to Undeviating Biblical Inerrancy.
ICR seeks to uncover and present contemporary scientific evidence of the Bible's credibility. Please share your resources with us and enable us to stand.
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Those of us who were active during the "Reagan Years" renewed a sense of respect and awe at the wide-ranging impact of Ronald Reagan's legacy—shared by friend and foe alike. There were, of course, those who would marginalize the man and denigrate the "beliefs" he held so strongly—but there was absolute agreement that Ronald Reagan was a man of conviction.
What, you may ask, does the political acumen and societal legacy of President Reagan have to do with ICR?
Great Events Bring Great Opposition
Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also (John 15:20).
An oft repeated principle in Scripture is that God's plan and purposes are for an eternal end—the "agents" of His purposes are used His way in His time. Romans 13 is God's "political" mandate—and Ronald Reagan sensed a vision and a place in God's global work that ultimately required several decades to become appreciated. Today, the majority of civilized society honors the "vision" of President Reagan—even though the majority of civilized society's elite fought him bitterly while he was in office.
God's Certain Outcome!
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry (Habakkuk 2:3).
ICR is sometimes challenged to take a "shortcut" for a more rapid response or less expensive pursuit of information. We are sometimes discouraged by the "slowness" of the work or the apparent "success" of some who seem to be less careful with the Biblical message, but we are more certain of God's victory and desirous of His commendation than we are of anecdotal measures. The "vision" is for the long term—not for immediate gratification. Thanks for sharing with us.
[body_edit] =>Those of us who were active during the "Reagan Years" renewed a sense of respect and awe at the wide-ranging impact of Ronald Reagan's legacy—shared by friend and foe alike. There were, of course, those who would marginalize the man and denigrate the "beliefs" he held so strongly—but there was absolute agreement that Ronald Reagan was a man of conviction.
What, you may ask, does the political acumen and societal legacy of President Reagan have to do with ICR?
Great Events Bring Great Opposition
Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also (John 15:20).
An oft repeated principle in Scripture is that God's plan and purposes are for an eternal end—the "agents" of His purposes are used His way in His time. Romans 13 is God's "political" mandate—and Ronald Reagan sensed a vision and a place in God's global work that ultimately required several decades to become appreciated. Today, the majority of civilized society honors the "vision" of President Reagan—even though the majority of civilized society's elite fought him bitterly while he was in office.
God's Certain Outcome!
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry (Habakkuk 2:3).
ICR is sometimes challenged to take a "shortcut" for a more rapid response or less expensive pursuit of information. We are sometimes discouraged by the "slowness" of the work or the apparent "success" of some who seem to be less careful with the Biblical message, but we are more certain of God's victory and desirous of His commendation than we are of anecdotal measures. The "vision" is for the long term—not for immediate gratification. Thanks for sharing with us.
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The obvious context of Paul's admonition to the Corinthian church was their conduct in their assembly. Yet that principle applies throughout the Scripture to many areas of our "normal" life. The Tabernacle furniture was to be kept in "order" (Exodus 39-40; Leviticus 24), the Lord commanded Hezekiah to put his housein "order" before he died (II Kings 20:1), the wise preacher was to "order" his words into powerful proverbs (Ecclesiastes 12:9), Luke was commissioned by God to "set forth in order" the events of Christ's life (Luke 1:1), Paul organized one of his main journeys into "order" (Acts 18:23)—well, perhaps the gist is clear.
Paying the Bills
This portion of our "order" comes fairly easily! If we don't pay the utilities, or the mortgage, or the car payment . . . "things" get a little tense. It should come as no surprise that the Bible admonishes us to "owe no man any thing" (Romans 13:8), especially when augmented by the many principles of property ownership, indebtedness, etc., in the Old Testament. Keeping our financial obligations met is very important for our testimony and our faithfulness to God's Word.
Stewardship Order and ACH Help
Most of us are fairly "orderly" when it comes to exercising our responsibility to support aspects of the Kingdom. We usually write a check on a regular basis to our church (normally each time we get a paycheck), and we know that this kind of order is important (I Corinthians 16:1-2).
May we suggest that the same "order" is very helpful to those secondary ministries that you support? ICR is deeply appreciative of those who co-labor with us on a regular basis. The banking world has made money transfer very safe and effective. You can take advantage of that "order" by designating an amount to be sent to ICR electronically. We could not function effectively without your help. Regular contributions help enormously. If you would like to explore that possibility with our ministry, write "ACH" on your response envelope.
[body_edit] =>The obvious context of Paul's admonition to the Corinthian church was their conduct in their assembly. Yet that principle applies throughout the Scripture to many areas of our "normal" life. The Tabernacle furniture was to be kept in "order" (Exodus 39-40; Leviticus 24), the Lord commanded Hezekiah to put his housein "order" before he died (II Kings 20:1), the wise preacher was to "order" his words into powerful proverbs (Ecclesiastes 12:9), Luke was commissioned by God to "set forth in order" the events of Christ's life (Luke 1:1), Paul organized one of his main journeys into "order" (Acts 18:23)—well, perhaps the gist is clear.
Paying the Bills
This portion of our "order" comes fairly easily! If we don't pay the utilities, or the mortgage, or the car payment . . . "things" get a little tense. It should come as no surprise that the Bible admonishes us to "owe no man any thing" (Romans 13:8), especially when augmented by the many principles of property ownership, indebtedness, etc., in the Old Testament. Keeping our financial obligations met is very important for our testimony and our faithfulness to God's Word.
Stewardship Order and ACH Help
Most of us are fairly "orderly" when it comes to exercising our responsibility to support aspects of the Kingdom. We usually write a check on a regular basis to our church (normally each time we get a paycheck), and we know that this kind of order is important (I Corinthians 16:1-2).
May we suggest that the same "order" is very helpful to those secondary ministries that you support? ICR is deeply appreciative of those who co-labor with us on a regular basis. The banking world has made money transfer very safe and effective. You can take advantage of that "order" by designating an amount to be sent to ICR electronically. We could not function effectively without your help. Regular contributions help enormously. If you would like to explore that possibility with our ministry, write "ACH" on your response envelope.
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Most of us have voiced that question several times over the years-especially after we have filed our income tax reports. When we look at the money that the Lord has entrusted us with, it seems like we are seeing two entirely different pictures: the annualized sum often appears bigger than we thought, and the amount left over very seldom seems to be enough. That apparent paradox is even more obscure when we try to figure out how to provide for our retirement years or to plan for asset transfer whenever the Lord does take us home.
Stable Planning for Retirement
One of the tools available for those trying to maintain a favorable and stable income during retirement years, is the Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA). If you have cash in a savings account or non-income producing assets (like stocks or property), you should consider transferring some of those assets to a CGA. Essentially, a "gift" is made to ICR in exchange for a lifetime income (for one or two lives). The rate of return depends on your age at inception of the CGA. Right now the rates available are considerably better than can be gained from a CD or commercial annuity.
Careful Planning for Asset Transfer
Estate planning is not just for the wealthy! In fact, you may well be harming the very people you love the most by not planning for the transfer of the assets that the Lord has provided you. Estate laws can be complex, but they are also very helpful in making sure that the monetary value of your life-work is distributed in accordance with your desires. Basic will and trust documents are not that difficult to execute, and will protect your family from some unpleasant surprises should you leave without preparing them. You really should begin this process as soon as today.
ICR Can Help
ICR has several booklets available that will help you begin evaluating your present condition and future plans. ICR is qualified to issue Gift Annuities and various trusts, and would love to be included in your charitable giving plans, but we do not "write" wills or trusts. We can put you in touch with folks that we have learned to trust who do so. Let us know how we can help.
[body_edit] =>Most of us have voiced that question several times over the years-especially after we have filed our income tax reports. When we look at the money that the Lord has entrusted us with, it seems like we are seeing two entirely different pictures: the annualized sum often appears bigger than we thought, and the amount left over very seldom seems to be enough. That apparent paradox is even more obscure when we try to figure out how to provide for our retirement years or to plan for asset transfer whenever the Lord does take us home.
Stable Planning for Retirement
One of the tools available for those trying to maintain a favorable and stable income during retirement years, is the Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA). If you have cash in a savings account or non-income producing assets (like stocks or property), you should consider transferring some of those assets to a CGA. Essentially, a "gift" is made to ICR in exchange for a lifetime income (for one or two lives). The rate of return depends on your age at inception of the CGA. Right now the rates available are considerably better than can be gained from a CD or commercial annuity.
Careful Planning for Asset Transfer
Estate planning is not just for the wealthy! In fact, you may well be harming the very people you love the most by not planning for the transfer of the assets that the Lord has provided you. Estate laws can be complex, but they are also very helpful in making sure that the monetary value of your life-work is distributed in accordance with your desires. Basic will and trust documents are not that difficult to execute, and will protect your family from some unpleasant surprises should you leave without preparing them. You really should begin this process as soon as today.
ICR Can Help
ICR has several booklets available that will help you begin evaluating your present condition and future plans. ICR is qualified to issue Gift Annuities and various trusts, and would love to be included in your charitable giving plans, but we do not "write" wills or trusts. We can put you in touch with folks that we have learned to trust who do so. Let us know how we can help.
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Controversy has been almost non-stop over Mel Gibson's "The Passion of the Christ" released in February. Nearly every media outlet has denigrated the film, and various "religious" organizations have decried the "hatred" and "violence" supposedly stimulated by the graphic nature of the events. It is interesting that the regular diet of TV and Hollywood productions—far worse in many ways than the information depicted in Mr. Gibson's work—is rarely scrutinized or subjected to such criticism. One wonders: is there another reason for the passion?
The Passion of God
God has a rather "passionate" view about His character and His unique authority in the Universe.
I am the Lord, and there is none else, there is no God beside me: I girded thee, though thou hast not known me: That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me. I am the Lord, and there is none else. . . . For thus saith the Lord that created the heavens; God Himself that formed the earth and made it; He hath established it, He created it not in vain, He formed it to be inhabited: I am the Lord; and there is none else (Isaiah 45:5-6,18).
ICR is Very "Passionate" About God's Word
There are many details that we do not and can not know about the great work of God in creation and on Calvary. What is very clear, however, is that the God who created the worlds (Hebrews 1:2) is the same One who died on the cross (John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:16-17). It is nothing short of blasphemy to attribute to the omnipotent and omniscient God of love and grace, the horrific, purposeless, waste-filled and age-long death of billions of living things prior to the rebellion of Adam (Romans 5:12). The naturalistic and evolutionary scheme of atheistic men is contradictory to God's written Word and to His revealed character. ICR is absolutely committed to what God has said—whether the majority are "passionately" against it or not.
Your assistance financially is gratefully appreciated as we labor together giving the vital "answer" (1 Peter 3:15) so desperately needed in this hour.
[body_edit] =>Controversy has been almost non-stop over Mel Gibson's "The Passion of the Christ" released in February. Nearly every media outlet has denigrated the film, and various "religious" organizations have decried the "hatred" and "violence" supposedly stimulated by the graphic nature of the events. It is interesting that the regular diet of TV and Hollywood productions—far worse in many ways than the information depicted in Mr. Gibson's work—is rarely scrutinized or subjected to such criticism. One wonders: is there another reason for the passion?
The Passion of God
God has a rather "passionate" view about His character and His unique authority in the Universe.
I am the Lord, and there is none else, there is no God beside me: I girded thee, though thou hast not known me: That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me. I am the Lord, and there is none else. . . . For thus saith the Lord that created the heavens; God Himself that formed the earth and made it; He hath established it, He created it not in vain, He formed it to be inhabited: I am the Lord; and there is none else (Isaiah 45:5-6,18).
ICR is Very "Passionate" About God's Word
There are many details that we do not and can not know about the great work of God in creation and on Calvary. What is very clear, however, is that the God who created the worlds (Hebrews 1:2) is the same One who died on the cross (John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:16-17). It is nothing short of blasphemy to attribute to the omnipotent and omniscient God of love and grace, the horrific, purposeless, waste-filled and age-long death of billions of living things prior to the rebellion of Adam (Romans 5:12). The naturalistic and evolutionary scheme of atheistic men is contradictory to God's written Word and to His revealed character. ICR is absolutely committed to what God has said—whether the majority are "passionately" against it or not.
Your assistance financially is gratefully appreciated as we labor together giving the vital "answer" (1 Peter 3:15) so desperately needed in this hour.
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The battle lines have broadened considerably since ICR began its ministry some 34 years ago. Initially, creationists were seen as mere "insurgents" into the stable and well "armed" field of evolutionary science. Today, with many creationist organizations and literally thousands of very qualified scientists confronting the naturalistic "theology" in almost every field, the battle has expanded into a full-fledged war. Consider two current issues.
"Another View" Ridiculed
Tom Vail's book about Grand Canyon has been front page news for some time now. Evolutionists claim that the creationist view has no "right" to be presented as a scientific view, and should be relegated to the religious section. In a recent article in the LA Times entitled, "Religion, Geology Collide at the Grand Canyon," the Times quoted scientists, a historian, different park service spokespersons, and several "critics"—all of whom were outraged that such a view would be "sanctioned" by making it available to the general public in a government book store.
Gnostic Gospels Seriously Considered
The popularity of the best-selling book The DaVinci Code has given new life to a wide-spread resurgence of attacks on the authority of Scripture, and on the character of the Lord Jesus in particular. Newsweek devoted a feature issue to the "new" understanding of women in the Bible, citing as one of its main examples the role of Mary Magdalene. Now, we are told, Mary of Magda was "actually Jesus' intimate female partner." (Newsweek, December 8, 2003, p. 60). These blatant contradictions to God's Word are being given serious consideration among "scholars"—even among some evangelicals—due primarily because there is "openness" to "interpret" the Bible differently.
ICR Will Not Back Off
The Lord has used ICR to win some wonderful "battles" in science, and we will, as long as the Lord permits, continue to research and teach the truths of a Biblical and Creationist worldview. But the "war" is far from over! Every staff member of ICR is absolutely committed to the words of God as absolute truth, that cannot and must not be "added to" or "taken from." Please stand with us and help us.
[body_edit] =>The battle lines have broadened considerably since ICR began its ministry some 34 years ago. Initially, creationists were seen as mere "insurgents" into the stable and well "armed" field of evolutionary science. Today, with many creationist organizations and literally thousands of very qualified scientists confronting the naturalistic "theology" in almost every field, the battle has expanded into a full-fledged war. Consider two current issues.
"Another View" Ridiculed
Tom Vail's book about Grand Canyon has been front page news for some time now. Evolutionists claim that the creationist view has no "right" to be presented as a scientific view, and should be relegated to the religious section. In a recent article in the LA Times entitled, "Religion, Geology Collide at the Grand Canyon," the Times quoted scientists, a historian, different park service spokespersons, and several "critics"—all of whom were outraged that such a view would be "sanctioned" by making it available to the general public in a government book store.
Gnostic Gospels Seriously Considered
The popularity of the best-selling book The DaVinci Code has given new life to a wide-spread resurgence of attacks on the authority of Scripture, and on the character of the Lord Jesus in particular. Newsweek devoted a feature issue to the "new" understanding of women in the Bible, citing as one of its main examples the role of Mary Magdalene. Now, we are told, Mary of Magda was "actually Jesus' intimate female partner." (Newsweek, December 8, 2003, p. 60). These blatant contradictions to God's Word are being given serious consideration among "scholars"—even among some evangelicals—due primarily because there is "openness" to "interpret" the Bible differently.
ICR Will Not Back Off
The Lord has used ICR to win some wonderful "battles" in science, and we will, as long as the Lord permits, continue to research and teach the truths of a Biblical and Creationist worldview. But the "war" is far from over! Every staff member of ICR is absolutely committed to the words of God as absolute truth, that cannot and must not be "added to" or "taken from." Please stand with us and help us.
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How did you react to the title? Some would apply the phrase as a "I-told-you-so" epithet (as in "it's about time!"). Others might see a more Biblically purposeful idea, as in "Walk in wisdom . . . redeeming the time" (Colossians 4:5). Perhaps, however, you might want to consider a Biblical futuristic focus: "See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, Redeeming the time, because the days are evil" (Ephesians 5:15-16). Time is the one resource available to each of us. How we use it may be the most carefully scrutinized "work" evaluated by our heavenly Judge.
"Redeeming" (buying back) Time
Viewing time is paradoxical. In one sense, time "flows" from the future, through the present, into the past. Our practical experience is that we are "riding" time from the past, through the present, into the future. God instructs us to "buy back" time through wisdom and "circumspect" (precisely straight) behavior. Certainly this applies to our character and our lifestyle. The Scriptures promise more "time" to those who obey God (Exodus 20:12; Proverbs 3:2; Psalms 34:12-16; I Timothy 4:8; etc.). These instructions also involve our resources, personal wealth, and earning potential (Luke 16:9; Galatians 6:7-8; Matthew 25:35-40; II Corinthians 9:6; etc.).
The Will is the cornerstone. This is the basic document to secure your heart's intent for your family and for your Kingdom responsibilities. Please be sure that you have executed this important matter.
Trusts are major tools. These broad instruments permit transfers of properties, instructions to executors, gifts of assets (both current and future), and prevention of a State-ordered disbursement of your wealth. They can be simple or complex, contained in a single document, or multiplied many times.
ICR has an introductory booklet available for your review entitled, "Reflecting on Tomorrow." If you have not yet evaluated your basic estate plans, please send for this booklet. It will help you consider what may be important for your personal "redemption" of time.
[body_edit] =>How did you react to the title? Some would apply the phrase as a "I-told-you-so" epithet (as in "it's about time!"). Others might see a more Biblically purposeful idea, as in "Walk in wisdom . . . redeeming the time" (Colossians 4:5). Perhaps, however, you might want to consider a Biblical futuristic focus: "See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, Redeeming the time, because the days are evil" (Ephesians 5:15-16). Time is the one resource available to each of us. How we use it may be the most carefully scrutinized "work" evaluated by our heavenly Judge.
"Redeeming" (buying back) Time
Viewing time is paradoxical. In one sense, time "flows" from the future, through the present, into the past. Our practical experience is that we are "riding" time from the past, through the present, into the future. God instructs us to "buy back" time through wisdom and "circumspect" (precisely straight) behavior. Certainly this applies to our character and our lifestyle. The Scriptures promise more "time" to those who obey God (Exodus 20:12; Proverbs 3:2; Psalms 34:12-16; I Timothy 4:8; etc.). These instructions also involve our resources, personal wealth, and earning potential (Luke 16:9; Galatians 6:7-8; Matthew 25:35-40; II Corinthians 9:6; etc.).
The Will is the cornerstone. This is the basic document to secure your heart's intent for your family and for your Kingdom responsibilities. Please be sure that you have executed this important matter.
Trusts are major tools. These broad instruments permit transfers of properties, instructions to executors, gifts of assets (both current and future), and prevention of a State-ordered disbursement of your wealth. They can be simple or complex, contained in a single document, or multiplied many times.
ICR has an introductory booklet available for your review entitled, "Reflecting on Tomorrow." If you have not yet evaluated your basic estate plans, please send for this booklet. It will help you consider what may be important for your personal "redemption" of time.
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