When I first began reading the Bible after I was saved, I discovered this verse: “For God has unveiled them [all that God has planned for us, v. 9] and revealed them to us through the [Holy] Spirit; for the Spirit searches all things [diligently], even [sounding and measuring] the [profound] depths of God [the […]
What do you know, believe about baptism? What meaning does it have for you? When does it occur? Its purpose? And there are a host of other questions. Traditionally (?) I think water baptism has been associated with our witness of who we now are since we have accepted Jesus’ invitation and become saved, born
The answer is – You. And what’s more important? If to no one else, you should be of importance to you. The question – where you will spend eternity. Actually, even if everything else in your life feels like it’s on shifting sand, where you will be after this phase in your life is over?
Do we hold God to a standard? Do we compare Him to…??? Don’t dismiss this question out of hand because I suspect we do… maybe not overtly, but subconsciously? We may not acknowledge this but I still suspect we do. Our, ‘but you did this for (fill in the blank)’ thoughts or our seeking why
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The Beginning in any writing is always critical because it sets the ‘mood, flavor’ for what’s coming next – the main message. It may be a teaser, a question, a declaration, etc. but it does have to capture the reader’s attention or they may not get to the crux of what the writer wants to
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“For the word of God is living and active and full of power [making it operative, energizing, and effective]. It is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating as far as the division of the soul and spirit [the completeness of a person], and of both joints and marrow [the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and judging the very
What do you do when scripture appears to be diametrically opposite of what you believe/think? Who’s the authority… has the last word? Hint… it isn’t you. No one possesses all the wisdom, all the authority – knows it all – except God. And how does He make this known to us? Through His Word! Let me share
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Wow … a great deal of meat can be found in 1 Corinthians 15! Have you ever studied out the wisdom Paul wrote in this chapter’s letter? One of the first teachings is found in verse 3, MSG: “…of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to [that which]
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True. Sooooo? How do you want to look back on you and your life? I realize that the title seems to imply throwing away all restraint and ‘going for it’. Not the intent. Definition. ‘You only live once’ is a fact, especially when you consider your physical self. However… “And as it is appointed for
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I can’t take credit for this title or for the 4 points that emerged from this sermon. The pastor was talking about part of our armor (found in Ephesians 6), the sword and how important it is and what’s available to us when we utilize it. Ephesians 6:10 begins Paul’s discussion of the whole armor of
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Just write down any questions that you may have and I will get back to you in a jiffy!
