February 22, 2020
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Does Money Unlock God’s Ear?
In this newsletter, we discuss the subject of "prosperity theology" which maintains that God is committed to reward with financial prosperity those who continue to abundantly give to the
December 31, 2019
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Close your eyes for a moment
Close your eyes for a moment to the scenes of misery and woe, degradation and sorrow that yet prevail on account of sin, and picture before your mental vision the glory of the perfect earth. Not a stain of sin mars the harmony and peace of a perfect society; not a bitter thought, not
Can Christians celebrate Christmas and give gifts to family and friends?
In our day, Christmas is largely a secular and commercial event. However, to some, it means a joyful celebration of the birth of Jesus. And just as the “wise men from the east” brought gifts to honor the Babe’s birth, so we celebrate with gifts to our loved ones. Matthew 2:11, “And when
November 25, 2019
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Pilgrims and Strangers
Jesus traveled without having any permanent dwelling. “The foxes have dens, the birds have nests, but the Son of man knows not where to lay his head.” (Matt. 8:20) Followers of Jesus are described as Pilgrims and strangers, seeking the heavenly city. The Apostle Paul traveled to various cities
November 23, 2019
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Some Christian ministers teach communion should be eaten daily for healing. Is this correct?
Communion has its origins in the Jewish Passover, which was observed yearly on the fourteenth of Nisan. As a Jew, Jesus celebrated the Passover throughout his life. (Luke 2:41; John 2:23; 6:4) On the last day of Jesus’ life, He and His disciples first ate the Passover supper. Afterward, Jesus
How do you clean your heart from all evil thoughts?
This is a lifelong struggle. Evil thoughts come from the world when we see people hurting others, or in unholy shows, movies, magazines, sexual displays, etc. Popular songs present evil as good. Our own fallen flesh tempts us with evil. Finally, the devil seeks to destroy us with evil. We cannot
October 19, 2019
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What is the literal and allegorical meaning of first Passover in the Bible?
Literally, the term Passover refers to the angel of death passing over a family and not taking the life of any first-born man or livestock. Exodus 12:27, “that you shall say, ‘It is the Passover sacrifice of the LORD, who passed over the houses of the children of Israel in Egypt when He struck
October 8, 2019
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The Time to Favor Zion Has Come
Thou shalt arise and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favor her, yea, the set time is come.” Psalm 102:13 [—TOC Header:h3—] Zion Hill As the most prominent hill in the city of Jerusalem, Zion has become synonymous with the entire nation of Israel. Therefore, when speaking of
October 1, 2019
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Out of the Abundance of the Heart the Mouth Speaks
God values our heart intent and motives. Content [—ATOC—] [—TAG:h3—] Our Words are a Reflection of Our Heart Condition Jesus’ statement reveals that our words will be considered in rendering judgment on us because they accurately reflect the condition of our hearts.
October 1, 2019
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A Christian’s Responsibility Regarding Tithing
What is a Christian’s Responsibility? In today’s world of multi-media Christian ministries, it seems that we are flooded with requests for financial aid. Every way we turn, there seems to be an almost desperate need for our “faith-pledges.” As we listen to the pleas, our
September 10, 2019
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God’s Perfect Preparation
Introduction Picture in your mind Moses standing before Pharaoh, demanding that he, “let my people go!” Picture Joseph becoming the ruler of Egypt, or picture David, a young shepherd boy, boldly facing down a warrior giant that no soldier or king would dare challenge. How were these
September 2, 2019
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Where was God on 9/11?
This moving presentation takes you through the terrible moments of the 9/11 attacks. It asks the hard question about how God could allow such tragedies. The answer to this perplexing question will amaze and inspire you. It answers the larger question about why God permits any evil to befall
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