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THE EARTHLY INHERITANCE SERIES of BIBLE SUBJECTS
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Various Bible study guides in subjects pertaining to
New Earth prophecy, as taught by Paul Phelps.
For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD,
they shall inherit the earth. Psalm 37:9
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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The Earthly Inheritance idea raises questions
and this study guide provides some answers.
A Bible study project by Paul Phelps.
After several years of study this writing was completed in 2004.
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The EI Files provide a New Earth direction in Biblical thought
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Q 01 What do the earthly inheritance files teach?
A 01
The
earthly inheritance files are Bible study guides and essays intended
to explain mankind’s future inheritance in the New Earth. They
explain
theology and prophecy in the earthly context of Biblical
interpretation.
Q 02 Do these studies accept that heavenly inheritance is taught in the Bible?
A 02
Yes they do. Heavenly inheritance is the priority call offered Christian
believers during the Church age. But the Messianic age is now
in view
and it has an earthly calling.
Q 03 Do Churches recognise earthly inheritance as a doctrinal truth?
A 03
Some do and some do not. But that is not relevant because all churches
of Bible definition are called and consecrated to the call of
heaven alone.
After the Church age is over and the Christian believers are in
heaven,
the Rev.
14:6-7 eternal gospel of the New Earth is the priority call.
Q 04 Is this idea connected in some way to an existing religion or group?
A 04
It is fundamental Bible doctrine and therefore may be viewed as part of
fundamental Christianity. But it is not promoted
through any group.
The Nicene Creed is the Statement of Faith. Earthly Inheritance
studies
derive much of their substance from Judaism and early Christian
belief.
Q 05 What special ideas and concepts are emphasised in these teachings?
A 05
Faith in God and his word is fundamental.
Righteousness
is necessary
because earth people will face judgment-day (Rev. 14:7; Mt.
25:31-46).
Righteousness in the earthly context is based on conscience and
works.
Most Bible
prophecy is for earth;
it is fundamental in New Earth study.
Q 06
The Bible is a book for spiritual people—so how can earth-type people
ever hope to understand it?
A 06
Spiritual discernment is given the Church by the Holy Spirit while here,
but others may also gain wisdom from the Bible. Christ’s own
disciples
did not always understand
his words until they received the Holy
Spirit
(Acts 2:1-11,38-39) but they came under God’s protection while
waiting
for enlightenment. Now also earthly people are awaiting
enlightenment.
The earthly fulfilment of Joel 2:28-29 will be here soon—
“And it shall come to pass afterward (after the Church
age is over), that
I will pour out my Spirit upon
all flesh
(earthly
humanity);
and your sons
and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream
dreams,
your young men shall see visions: and also upon the servants and
upon
the
handmaids
in
those days
(Messianic age)
will I pour out my Spirit.”
Q 07 In which languages are these essays published?
A 07
The English text is in accord with British international language criteria.
From the start these essays are in Chinese. Other Asian
language texts
are added as God directs the timing.
Q 08 Can these writings be described as religious, or social?
A 08
The New Earth Writings are indexed at different search websites under
both Religion and Society. In content they are
both religious and social.
They teach about God, but they also say much about earthly
humanity.
Q 09 Is this teaching intended for any people or group in particular?
A 09
God alone decides this. Bible prophecy gives some indication about it
but these essays in principle
are available
to all
and are on the
web in
English text format and Chinese text format.
Q 10 Are earthly inheritance teachings in any sense nationalistic?
A 10
These teachings do not promote nationalism as known in the world, but
it is true that the New Earth theme creates a large degree of
enthusiasm
for a renewed human nature and the entitled of mankind that
inherits it.
Q 11 Is the earthly inheritance doctrine fair to all? Is anyone left out?
A 11
Earth people will face judgment-day. God judges in equity but he has
standards;
those trained
in uprightness have an evident advantage.
Ethics training is vital preparation for the judgment-day and
New
Earth.
Q 12 What reason or motive prompts these studies coming at this time?
A 12
Christ’s soon return as Judge and King—is the very compelling reason.
The end-time teaching of this eternal gospel is foreshown in
Scriptures.
Q 13 What long-term effects might come from propagation of these studies?
A 13
God alone knows. Earthly Inheritance studies are seeds of truth, which
will produce a crop. God plants his seeds in individuals—and
nations;
righteous-minded peoples are being prepared for Christ’s soon
return.
Q 14 Are there preferred places where this subject can be studied?
A 14
Individual study is recommended. For group learning, anywhere Bible
subjects can be studied is fine. The Bible is the only textbook
authority.
Q 15 In connection to this, is there anything to join? Is there a membership?
A 15
No, and there never will be. This knowledge is free for the taking. The
only membership is your citizenship in New Earth after Christ’s
return.
Q 16
How about making contact to request answers, counsel, or to offer help
for this world-wide teaching ministry: is there any contact
information?
A 16
All contacts are welcome including offers of ideas and help or questions
on any
topic of
interest.
Communication is by Email:
eifiles@eifiles.cn