Biblical Research Association

11/28/2025

Teaching The Truth Of What The Scriptures Actually Say About The True Christian Way
Phone: 770-894-9829 258 Old McGarity Place Dallas, Georgia 30157


Unity 0f the Spirit and Fellowship Conference
An Outreach Ministry
Of the Biblical Research Association
Please join us for a special Sabbath Day, as brothers and sisters in the Body of Christ, reaching out to one another in love, celebrating, and demonstrating our ONENESS with our Heavenly Father and our brother and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are commanded to never forsake our assembling together, sharing with one another to the glory of God in the bond of peace, as we submit to the instructions of Jesus the Christ, given to us by the apostle Paul to diligently preserve the Unity of The Spirit in the bond of peace, Ephesians 4:3.

When: November 29, 2025
Where: Christian Ambassador Learning Center
Location:4595 Flat Shole Pkwy
Decatur, Georgia
Time: 12 Noon Until 5 P.M.

Brethren, the world is trembling in chaos as nations unravel and leaders grope in darkness for answers they cannot find. Corruption and deceit rule in high places, and our nation’s moral collapse cries out against us. We are witnessing the fulfillment of prophecy—mankind, under Satan’s influence, proving that it cannot govern itself apart from God. The time has come for us to become the light we are commanded to be.

At our last Conference we asked the questions: 1. What did Paul mean to diligently preserve the Unity of The Spirit? 2. Is Spiritual Unity within the Church important to God? 3. If it is important to God, how do the Scriptures say it can be achieved?

Please join us as Lemie McGarity of the Biblical Research Association and founder of the Unity of the Spirit and Fellowship Conference address the purpose of the Conference, how important Spiritual Unity is, from the Scriptures, in identifying the true Church of God to the World.

Topic of Discussion: The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Elect of God: Eph 4:1-13; John 17:17-23, 2 Corinthian 5:17- 20; 1 Peter 2:9-10; Ezekiel 44:23

Please RSVP by Nov 24, 2025, to ensure we have enough seating and food. You can attend via Zoom Meeting ID: 967-661-8852 Password: Messiah, on Facebook at biblicalresearchassociation.org
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08/05/2025

02/04/2025

Lemie McGarity Reporting:

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Description automatically generated with low confidence Seek the Truth for Yourself

I encourage you to seek the truth by studying Scripture and spending time in prayer. Ask God to reveal His wisdom, and He will help you understand His Word. Contrary to common belief, Christ’s death did not eliminate the need for obedience to God. Scripture makes it clear that God’s expectations remain unchanged (Exodus 12:49; 20:1-20).

The State of Christianity Today

Much like the people of God during the time of the prophet Jeremiah, the modern Christian community has largely strayed from God’s teachings. Many have departed from the foundational teachings of Jesus and His apostles, losing sight of their Judeo-Christian roots (Acts 11:26). Instead of preaching the gospel of the coming Kingdom of God and the way of God (John 15:10, 20), many Christian leaders focus on human interpretations of Christ while failing to hold both the people and government accountable to His teachings.

Distortion of God’s Word

Theological institutions and religious philosophies have misrepresented the words of Christ and His apostles, leading to widespread belief in a false gospel. This misunderstanding has distorted the concepts of God’s love and mercy, resulting in worship that is in vain (2 Peter 3:16; Psalm 56:5).

The Missing Element: Repentance

One of the most critical aspects of true faith—repentance—has been overlooked. Christian theologians have not emphasized the necessity of turning back to God, as Christ commanded (Acts 3:19; Jeremiah 2:11-13; 23:21-22,32). This neglect has contributed to moral decline, societal chaos, and corruption among government leaders without accountability or consequence.

A Call to Return to True Faith

As early as 68 A.D., Jude warned about those who were distorting God’s grace as a license to sin. Today, Christianity often promotes inclusion and self-determination over obedience to God’s commands (Jude 3-4). However, believers are called to “contend for the faith that was once delivered to the saints.” Do not accept distortions of God’s Word without seeking the truth for yourself. Christ did not abolish obedience through grace or faith—these are misconceptions wrongly attributed to Paul. In fact, Paul emphasized the importance of keeping God’s commandments (1 Corinthians 7:19; Romans 3:31; 6:1-2).

While salvation is by grace, this grace is not a justification for continuing in sin (Ezekiel 18:20-21; Hebrews 10:26). Christ bore our past sins on the cross, not the law itself. A truly repentant heart will naturally seek to follow God’s commandments and His appointed times (Romans 3:21-25; 1 John 2:1-5; Colossians 2:16).

The Words of Jesus

Jesus Himself warned that not everyone who claims to follow Him will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Instead, only those who do the will of the Father will be accepted. He cautioned against lawlessness:

Matthew 7:21-23

“Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter. Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name cast out demons, and in Your name perform many miracles?’ And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness (1 John 3:1-4).’”

Jesus made it clear—He did not come to abolish the law. He remains the same yesterday (Genesis 26:5), today (Matthew 5:17-19), and forever (Revelation 14:12). “For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother, and sister, and mother.”

If you claim to be a minister of Jesus the Christ, and are not teaching obedience to the Law of God you are practicing lawlessness! Remember, sin is lawlessness!

We invite you to a thought-provoking study of Scripture every Saturday at 3 P.M. via Zoom.

Meeting ID: 967-661-8852 Password: Messiah For inquiries, contact us at 770-894-9829, or email us at [email protected] on the web at www.biblicalresearchassociation.org

01/25/2025

Lemie McGarity is inviting you to a study of God's word according to what the Scriptures actually say, col 2:8.

Topic: Why was it so important to Paul that he get to Room to appear before Caesar when he could have been set free by the authorities that judged him? Did Paul ever appear before Caesar, and if so what were the results?

If you have information on this topic please join us, and share it as we seek to grow in grace and knowledge as we were commanded, 2 Pet 3:18

Time: Jan 18, 2025 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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12/24/2024

Join The Biblical Research Association for “Jonah’s Journey” on Saturday, January 29th from 11 -1 pm at Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta. We will lift up Jesus the Christ as the only solution to our nation’s problems and call on our political and spiritual leaders to repent for leading people astray. Perhaps then God will spare our nation as He did for those in Nineveh when Jonah preached God’s message of repentance. Please call us at (404) 232-9384 for more information. Biblical Research Association

12/16/2024

The Simplicity of Christ: A Call to Purity in Faith

All Scriptures cited are from the New American Standard Bible (NASB).

The gospel of Jesus Christ is a message of repentance and forgiveness of sins, anchored in the name and atoning sacrifice of Christ. This was the foundation of the apostles' ministry as they carried the gospel to the world. Jesus Himself instructed that repentance and belief in the gospel should be followed by baptism in His name, as the means of receiving the Holy Spirit (Luke 24:44-49). Through this transformative act, believers are born into the family of God, with the promise of the resurrection and eternal life, as Paul writes in Romans 8:17 and 1 Corinthians 15:50-53.

Believers are further called to reign with Christ in His coming Kingdom on Earth (Revelation 1:6, 5:10). In the meantime, we are urged to grow in grace, develop Christ-like character, and love one another as Jesus loves us (2 Peter 3:18, John 13:34-35).

Following the Path of Christ
True Christians are recognized by their commitment to walk as Christ walked, in obedience to the will of God the Father (Matthew 10:24). Jesus declared, “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter” (Matthew 7:21).

Christ’s example was one of perfect obedience and devotion to God’s laws. He emphasized that whoever does the will of the Father is part of His family (Matthew 12:50). Yet Paul, in his second letter to the Corinthians, expressed concern that the simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ might be corrupted, just as Satan deceived Eve in the Garden of Eden (2 Corinthians 11:3).

The Craftiness of Satan
Satan’s tactics are characterized by cunning deception, designed to lead humanity away from the simplicity of Christ. Paul’s use of the word "simplicity" refers to a single-minded, sincere, and honest devotion to Christ. In contrast, Satan employs craftiness—distraction, deception, division, and destruction—to undermine faith by men who appear as lights but workers of Satan, 2 Co 11:13-14.

From the beginning, Satan has used these methods:
1. Distraction: Diverting Eve's focus from God’s truth.
2. Deception: Misrepresenting God’s Word to sow doubt.
3. Division: Encouraging separation from God through disobedience.
4. Destruction: Leading to spiritual and physical death.

In the Garden of Eden, Eve’s distraction and deception led to disobedience and, ultimately, the death penalty for humanity (Genesis 3:1-6,Rom 5:12, Hebrews 9:27-28).

A World Deceived
The consequences of Satan’s influence are evident throughout history. Before the flood, humanity turned away from God under Satan's sway. Even after the flood, the descendants of Noah were influenced to establish false systems of worship and idolatry, as seen in the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1-9). This Babylonian system of rebellion against God persists today, as referenced in Revelation 17:5 and 18:4-5.

Christ Himself warned of a time when the world would mirror the days of Noah, filled with distractions and a disregard for God (Luke 17:24-30). Tragically, many Christian denominations have been ensnared by Satan’s deceptions, leading to divisions in the body of Christ. Despite the existence of over 45,000 denominations worldwide, Jesus established one Church with one gospel and one purpose.

Guarding Against Deception
Believers must remain vigilant, testing every spirit and ensuring their faith is rooted in the teachings of Christ (1 John 4:1). Paul’s words to Timothy emphasize the importance of Scripture for instruction, correction, and training in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16-17). At the time, "Scripture" referred to the Old Testament, underscoring its continued relevance.

Returning to the Simplicity of Christ
To avoid falling into deception, we must embrace the following steps:
1. Acknowledge the Problem: Recognize the divisions and false teachings in modern Christianity (John 17:11).
2. Assess the Truth: Compare teachings with Scripture (Romans 12:1-3).
3. Accept the Findings: Submit to God’s truth (1 John 4:1).
4. Adjust Your Life: Repent and align with God’s Word (John 14:6, Ephesians 4:1-6).
5. Act in Faith: Live out your faith in obedience to Christ (1 Peter 3:15).

As Paul exhorted the Corinthian Church, unity in the faith is essential: I exhort you, brethren...that there be no divisions among you, but that you be made complete in the same mind and in the same judgment” (1 Corinthians 1:10).
Salvation is Personal

Ultimately, salvation is a personal responsibility. Each believer must test the spirits and ensure their faith is aligned with the teachings of Christ. As Revelation 18:4-5 reminds us, God calls His people to come out of Babylon and its deceptions, to live in purity and devotion to Him.

In conclusion, the simplicity of Christ calls us to reject Satan’s craftiness and embrace a life of genuine faith, rooted in the Word of God. May we be faithful in our walk, united in purpose, and steadfast in the truth of the gospel.

Lemie McGarity

11/17/2024

On Nov 23 and 24 the Biblical Research Association with sponsor a Unity of the Spirit and Fellowship Conference featuring the youth and young adults in the Metro Atlanta Area Churches of God. The Conference is hosted by the Christian Ambassador Center with the hope that Churches across Atlanta will take advantage of this opportunity to help build confidence in our youth to rise above the pressures of living crooked and perverted World

03/07/2024

The book of Revelations is the last message Jesus sent to the Church. The knowledge Christ reveals in this book is largely overlooked by theologians, and it is totally inconceivable by most Christians. Read the message recorded in Revelations 12:9 “And the great dragon was thrown down, the serpent of old who is called the devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.”

You and I were born into a world already deceived about the teaching of Jesus and the Way of God. If we are following the teaching of Christianity as taught in the world we are deceived too. Deceived people do not know he or she is deceived. You can’t know what you don’t know, you don’t know. People of the world including the majority of those claiming to be followers of Jesus are blind to reality because of the craftiness of Satan, the ruler of this world. Satan has the ability to make a lie appear as the truth, as he did to Eve.

2 Co 11:3 “But I am afraid that, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, your minds will be led astray from the simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ.”

Satan used the apostate Roman Catholic Church, and the Christian reformers, which sprang out of the apostate Catholic Church in the 1600s; Thomas Helwys established a Baptist congregation in London consisting of congregants from Smyth's church. John Wesley and his younger brother Charles founded the Methodist. Charles Cullis, John Alexander Dowie, and Albert B. Simpson founded the Pentecostal movement. These men and many others put forth a distorted gospel message of salvation not supported by Christ or His apostles. These men and their philosophy unknowingly trampled underfoot the blood of Jesus the Christ and the authority of our Creator, Col 2:8.

Satan is deceiving Christians through Christian Seminaries and ministers that claim the word of God, His instructions, are not suitable today for righteousness; teaching that because of grace, we are saved, and if you must obey the Commandments of God, salvation is not by grace or free. They teach a gospel contrary to what Jesus and the apostles teach.

Read what Peter said about the writings of Paul, Most Christians quote the apostle Paul, and gives him more authority than our Creator.

2 Pet 3:16 “as also in all his letters, speaking in them of these things in which are some things hard to understand, which the untaught and unstable distort, as they do also the rest of the Scriptures, to their own destruction.”

These misguided men didn’t read what Paul actually said on the matter, Rom 3:31 “Do we then nullify the Law through faith? May it never be! On the contrary, we establish the Law; Rom 6:2 “What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin so that grace may increase? May it never be! How shall we who died to sin still live in it?

1Co 7:19 “Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing, but what matters is the keeping of the commandments of God.”

Notice what John said:1 John 2:3-6 “By this we know that we have come to know Him, if we keep His commandments. The one who says, “I have come to know Him,” and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him; but whoever keeps His word, in him the love of God has truly been perfected. By this we know that we are in Him: the one who says he abides in Him ought himself to walk in the same manner as He walked.

Christians have set aside the appointed times of God to keep their own holy times. God never ordained Sunday as a holy day, but man has. Check the history of the Christian church and see for yourself if it’s supported by the word of God.

Joh 6:46 “Why do you call Me, ‘Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?

Consider this, if Christ kept the Commandments of God, shouldn’t we, if we are following Him? Matt 10:24, John 15:10

Look at what Christ says: Matt 7:21-23

“Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter. Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name cast out demons, and in Your name perform many miracles?’ And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; DEPART FROM ME, YOU WHO PRACTICE LAWLESSNESS.’

God is calling His people to come out of the world and its way; to repent and turn to Him, Rev 18:5.

Join us every Saturday at 3 P.M. for an inspiring interactive study of the Word of God on Zoom Meeting – ID #:967-661-8852 Password: Messiah. Contact us by phone 404-232-9384 or 770-894-9829; email us at [email protected]