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The Purpose of this site is only to get you to open your Bible and read it. Don't be surprised at new revelations such as Paul's Mysteries. Be a Berean means studing and understanding God's Word and where Old Testament Prophecy was fulfilled.
Another aspect that Paul speaks to Timothy of is reading the bible to Rightly Divide the Word.

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Why Paul

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Youtube video by David Reid at Columbus Bible Church  https://youtu.be/udT2rv7ndRo

Why Paul? | Rightly Dividing with David Reid
wrong video link https://youtu.be/udT2rv7ndRo
 
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The correct video, titled "Why Paul? | Rightly Dividing with David Reid," focuses on understanding the specific purpose and uniqueness of the Apostle Paul's ministry. Rather than focusing on why Paul preferred a specific translation like the King James Bible, the sermon uses KJB verses to establish why God called Paul and how his ministry differs from the other apostles (0:00).
The speaker breaks this down into two central points using King James Bible verses:
1. Paul Has a Different Apostleship and Gospel
The video outlines that mainstream Christianity often assumes Paul taught the exact same message as Peter and the 12 apostles (0:19). Using several comparative verses, the speaker argues they actually had distinct missions (5:09):
  • Different Gospels: Galatians 2:7 distinguishes between the "gospel of the uncircumcision" (committed to Paul) and the "gospel of the circumcision" (committed to Peter) (0:34).
  • Different Audiences: In Matthew 10:5-6, Jesus explicitly commands the 12 apostles not to go to the Gentiles, but to focus on the "lost sheep of the house of Israel." (5:47) Conversely, in Romans 11:13, Paul declares himself "the apostle of the Gentiles." (6:19)
  • Different Relationship to the Law: Acts 21:20 notes that the early Jewish believers under Peter's ministry were "all zealous of the law." (19:10) In contrast, Paul states in Romans 6:14 that believers today are "not under the law, but under grace." (14:27)

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God's Abundant Grace

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The abundance of God's Grace during this dispensation

God's Abundant Grace 

God’s grace is presented in Scripture as superabundant in the present age—often called the dispensation of grace or the Church Age—marked by free, unmerited favor through Christ rather than law-keeping or national covenants.Core biblical emphasisPaul describes this era as one in which the mystery of the gospel is revealed: Gentiles and Jews are fellow heirs through the gospel, and grace is the operative principle (Ephesians 3:1–9; Colossians 1:25–27). Salvation is “by grace… through faith… not a result of works” (Ephesians 2:8–9). The same apostle stresses that where sin increased, “grace abounded all the more” (Romans 5:20), and that believers receive “grace upon grace” from Christ’s fullness (John 1:16).Key demonstrations of that abundance include:
  • Free justification and reconciliation: While we were still sinners and enemies, Christ died for us; the free gift is not like the trespass—grace multiplies where the law exposed failure (Romans 5:6–21). Access to God is now by faith into this grace in which we stand (Romans 5:1–2).
  • Forgiveness and new identity: Believers are forgiven “according to the riches of his grace” (Ephesians 1:7), made alive together with Christ, raised up, and seated with Him (Ephesians 2:4–7). The same grace that saves also teaches and empowers (Titus 2:11–14).
  • Sufficiency in weakness and trial: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). Paul speaks of the “abundance of grace and the free gift of righteousness” leading to reigning in life through Jesus Christ (Romans 5:17).
  • Ongoing supply: Believers may approach the throne of grace with confidence to receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16). God is able to make all grace abound so that believers have sufficiency in all things (2 Corinthians 9:8).
Contrast with prior arrangementsEarlier periods (e.g., under the Mosaic law) highlighted human inability and the need for a mediator; the law functioned as a tutor pointing forward (Galatians 3:19–25). In the present dispensation the emphasis shifts to the finished work of Christ, the indwelling Spirit, and a worldwide invitation without the barriers of the ceremonial law. Grace is not a license for sin (Romans 6:1–2, 15) but the power that both justifies and sanctifies.Practical outworkingThis abundance is shown in the ordinary means of the church age: the preaching of the gospel that freely offers righteousness, the open access of prayer, the gifts distributed for the building up of the body, and the perseverance of believers sustained by the same grace that began the work (Philippians 1:6; 1 Peter 5:10). It is not measured by human merit or performance but by the inexhaustible resources of God in Christ.In short, the New Testament portrays the present time as one in which grace is not rationed but poured out—sufficient for salvation, for daily living, for weakness, and for the ultimate hope of glory. The invitation remains open: “Let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price” (Revelation 22:17).

 

  • Danwillie Blogger and Believer in Christ.: At 75, I have been blogging since Al Gore invented internet. When I was 9, a lady, Mrs Slayter lead me to Christ. At that time I had little knowledge other than I was a sinner and Christ provided my a path to heaven. Every day, I thank God for Mrs Slayter.
Grok Summary of the Big Picture
Grok Summary of the Big Picture

Big Picture of the Bible KJV

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David Reid  made this video of The Bible- the Big Picture, Used AI to summarize the content. This an excellent video for those using right division in explaining the Big Picture of the KJV Bible. The Youtube video is at this link- https://youtu.be/Qq10DWpF20A Columbus Bible Church is an excellent source of material for right division of God's Word- https://www.columbusbiblechurch.org/
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King James Bible

THE BIBLE THE BIG PICTURE

“That in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him:” Ephesians 1:10

Time Past

“Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh…” Ephesians 2:11

But Now

“But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.” Ephesians 2:13

Ages to Come

“That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace…” Ephesians 2:7

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Roman's 11:13
Roman's 11:13

Rightly Dividing God's Word

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This the best YouTube video to understand Rightly Dividing Gods Word. David and Chris Maskey have an excellent Group of Questions and Answers/
 
https://youtu.be/hUUx01gN-XA
 
Chris Maskey website is When We Understand Right Division wwurd.com.
 
 
This is a cross-upload from the channel "Last Call To Calvary" in which David participated in an interview regarding right division questions. Helpful Timestamps (for secondary review): 
What does it mean to rightly divide the word of truth? 3:28
Are Christ's red-letter words to me? 5:48
What is the revelation of the mystery of Christ? 9:40
Is the body of Christ found in the old testament? 18:22
Did the body of Christ begin at the cross? 21:52
Did the body of Christ begin at Pentecost? 22:46
Is the body of Christ, spiritual Israel? 32:24
Which books have our instructions for today? 38:09
Who are Hebrews through Revelation written to? 40:39
Isn't there only one gospel? 45:32
Where will members of the body of Christ spend eternity? 54:39
Are we living under the new covenant? 56:59
Do we have the law written on our hearts? 1:02:00
Do we need to confess and repent of our sins? 1:03:48
Is Isaiah 53 the same as the mystery revealed to Paul? 1:12:48
Where are the old testament saints today? 1:17:27
Is the pre-70th week rapture biblical? 1:20:52
Is the body of Christ going to judge angels? 1:25:13
What is the gospel that saves today? 1:31:14
Who are the future kings and priests in prophecy? 1:32:46
 
https://youtu.be/lRAxvmeu65Y

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  • Danwillie Blogger and Believer in Christ.: At 75, I have been blogging since Al Gore invented internet. When I was 9, a lady, Mrs Slayter lead me to Christ. At that time I had little knowledge other than I was a sinner and Christ provided my a path to heaven. Every day, I thank God for Mrs Slayter.
Tribulation Timeline- Lesfeldick
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Finding your way thru Scripture!

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Finding your way thru Scripture using Charts!

These are helps to see various Big Pictures of Gods word. This is the best I have incorporating the dispensation of Grace.

Found at Columbus Bible Church, an excellent source for rightly dividing God's Word.

Timeline Graph Depiction with Dispensation of Grace

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  1. Helps on Revelation 12
  2. Paul is the apostle to Gentiles...
  3. Rightly Divided Dispensational, view of the KJB , comprehensive and complete?
  4. AI Covenants Confusion

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AI Covenants Confusion

In the King James Bible (KJB), the word "covenant" appears 292 times.

 

 It refers to a solemn, binding agreement or contract—often between God and humanity (or a specific people)—involving promises, responsibilities, conditions (or unconditional promises), signs or tokens, and frequently ratified with blood or an oath. God’s covenants demonstrate His faithfulness even when people fail.[1] (https://kingjamesbibledictionary.com/Dictionary/covenants)

The KJB uses both “covenant” (especially in the Old Testament) and “testament” (in the New Testament, translating the same underlying idea of a binding agreement or will). The books themselves are called the “Old Testament” and “New Testament,” referring to the old and new covenants.

The Major Biblical Covenants
While the exact number and grouping vary by theological perspective, a common framework (widely used in KJB study resources and dispensational teaching) identifies seven covenants. Three are made with mankind in general; four involve Israel specifically.[2] (https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-covenants.html)

Dispensationism vs Covenant Dispensation vs Progressive Dispensation

Dispensationism vs Covenant Dispensation vs Progressive Dispensation

To me what is key is it Biblical. You be the Judge! Big words confuse me. I like progressive with covenant. Keep it Christ Centered and biblical and literal. 

Covenant dispensation

Covenant dispensation (or more commonly, the "administrations" or "dispensations" of the covenant) is a concept primarily from covenant theology, a framework in Reformed and Protestant Christian thought for understanding God's relationship with humanity across redemptive history.

Key Concepts

  • Covenant Theology organizes Scripture around God's covenants (formal agreements or relational bonds) rather than distinct "dispensations" as the primary structure.
  • It typically identifies two main overarching covenants:
    • Covenant of Works (or life): Made with Adam in Eden, promising life for perfect obedience (broken by the Fall).
    • Covenant of Grace: God's promise of redemption and salvation through faith in Christ (the promised seed), established after the Fall and unfolding throughout history.

The covenant of grace is one unified covenant but administered (or "dispensed") differently in various eras. These are not separate tests or ways of salvation (salvation has always been by grace through faith), but progressive revelations and applications of the same gracious promise, pointing forward to Christ.