Feb 16
2017
Time and Timing
What would life be without time? Surely we cannot imagine it. Time is a good gift of God to us. He works in time fulfilling His plans in His perfect timing.
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Miracle in the Valley of Dry Bones
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Our readings this week show that nothing in this world will ever completely satisfy us. But there is One who does fill our souls.
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It is hard to exaggerate all the joy of life in Christ. Do you know what it means to be in Him? This theme runs through Paul's letters.
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The Bible gives us a rather in depth look at the life of David. We are fortunate in this because there are many great lessons to learn from one whose life would otherwise be an enigma.
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2017
Missions: Going in Christ’s Name
Missions are about making God's name known and hallowed in every nation of the world. We must pray, send, give and go till Christ returns.
Feb 14
2017
Jesus' Claims: True or False?
Truth is essential. The claims of Jesus Christ rest in actual historical events, not merely philosophical theory. If true, how can they be ignored?
Feb 13
2017
The Anguish of Guilt
What do we do with our guilt? It torments sensitive souls, but Jesus Christ died that whoever believes in Him should be forgiven and cleansed of all guilt.
Feb 12
2017
Depth of Sin; Pervasiveness of Corruption
The sin and corruption in apparently godly people can shock us. How can we regular people escape? The gospel of Jesus Christ gives us the answer.
Feb 11
2017
Spiritual Oblivion
You don't know what you don't know. That's oblivion. The disciples of Jesus suffered from it but great is the love of Christ.
Feb 10
2017
Death at Church
Does God care how we worship Him? Two priests once believed He does not. The result was death. Death at church. Find out more in today's post.
Feb 9
2017
The Gift Acceptable to God
What can we, mere humans, give to God? There is nothing that He needs, but there is something He wants from us. Something He finds acceptable and holy.
Feb 8
2017
Do Jesus' Parables Teach Salvation by Works?
In light of Jesus' parables, we might wonder if He is teaching that we are saved by our own merits. Did Jesus teach salvation by works?
Feb 7
2017
Can We Please God?
God is not a capricious tyrant. His commands are good, He provides a sacrifice for our sins. And He is pleased with us when we believe Him.