faith
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The content explores the historical context affecting biblical interpretation, particularly regarding the rejection of Jesus by the Pharisees and Sadducees. It discusses the impact of conquests, shifts in religious authority, and differing beliefs about the Messiah. It underscores the common culpability for Jesus’ death and the importance of individual accountability in understanding His sacrifice.
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Throughout history, the way we live — and how we live — has constantly changed. We often go with the flow and accept these changes without even realizing it. We easily recognize change when it comes to technological advancements; as humans, we’re always looking for a better way to do things. Where we struggle, however,…
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We hear the word conversion in society today regarding our spiritual walk. What exactly does this word mean concerning this walk? In short, it’s a change in how we live our lives. The dictionary defines it as “the process of changing or causing something to change one form to another; the fact of changing one’s…
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So, we begin. The messages to the seven churches are covered in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. These churches were in the Roman province of Asia (modern-day Turkey). There were real, historical communities in cities strategically situated along a major trade route in Asia Minor. Each church was addressed with a particular message it needed,…
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Everyone today has a name. Proper name, last name, first name, middle name, and even nickname. Names are important. They separate us from each other and are also used to being called upon. Some names that are common among families. Here we have Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Grandmother or Nana, Grandfather or Papa, etc. These…
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The devil, most think of a little guy in a red suit with horns and a tail, carrying a pitchfork, sitting on your shoulder. Why do we picture him like that? Well, primarily because if we pictured him as he is, we would be more inclined to believe he is real. Picturing him this way…
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Does it matter which days we observe when it comes to the worship of God? In short, yes. There are different days that He has put in place for us to devote time to Him. You can find these in Leviticus 23. He calls them “His feasts”. There are a total of seven annual feasts.…
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What are the commandments? Most people know them as the “Ten Commandments”. In Judaism they say the “Ten Words”. I find that interesting. Why you may ask? Well, for time’s sake, Jewish people call them the “Ten Words” because the Torah refers to them that way. It emphasizes God’s spoken communication rather than a list…
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