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Some people mistakenly think that Abraham’s blessing to all tribes of the earth, and the purpose of Israel’s existence, was only to bring the promised Messiah and Redeemer of humanity. While that was the most blessed outcome, there was a lot more to it. There is an abundance of evidence...

If you asked most Christians what the sins of Sodom we’re, they would likely say homosexuality. But that sin is not specifically mentioned, though it is alluded to, with the word “abomination.” This does not mean that same sex romance is okay, but it means we need to look closely at the...

Scripture seems to support the idea that we have an angel assigned to our welfare. But there is no indication that we can talk to them, worship angels, or command them to do our bidding. Psalm 34:7 The angel of the LORD encamps all around those who fear Him, And delivers them. Hebrews 1:14...

Why is it that out of all the lecturers on science, history, politics, art, etc., it’s only Christian pastors who lace their speeches with requests for agreement or approval? Every few paragraphs some preachers insert “and all God’s people said…” or “amen?” or “can I get an amen?” Sometimes a...

While theologians have historically locked down the term “3 persons” when referring to God, the term “persons” has no theological advantage over “people”. In normal usage, we never say “there are four persons over there”, we always say “people”. The term “people” does not diminish the quality...

If we power through obstacles on our own strength like a boss, we will not enter the kingdom of heaven. If we trust our own understanding and personal abilities, we will not enter the kingdom of heaven. If we love to quarrel, and strut around like know-it-alls, self-impressed by our...

Bill Salus of Prophecy Depot Ministries offers a unique product — a USB flash drive Spiritual Survival Kit for those left behind after the rapture occurs.

https://www.christianpost.com/news/american-idol-faith-night-sparks-worship-holy-spirit-moving.html It is ironic that this program is called American Idol. Even in the midst of idolatry, the true light can shine forth. One thing that concerns me is that a child preacher was included in the...

In a blow to the fanatic LGBTQ agenda, the Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that Colorado's ban on conversion therapy aimed at youths struggling with their sexual orientation or their gender identity violates the free speech rights of a conservative Christian therapist. The 8-1 decision in favor...

So many different types of Baptists in the USA. LIST Alliance of Baptists American Baptist Association American Baptist Churches in the USA Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists Chin Baptist Churches USA Confessional Baptist Association Baptist Bible Fellowship International Baptist...

I think Jesus was always eternally the Son of God, the Logos, the Word of God. Christian orthodoxy maintains that Jesus is the first born of all creation, meaning the foremost, not first thing created in a time series. It has also declared Jesus to be eternally begotten of God the Father. Thus...

The regulative principle of worship (RPW) dictates that Christian corporate worship must be limited to elements explicitly commanded or approved in New Testament Scripture. There are some variations on what is allowed under this principle. Rooted in some Reformed, Congregationalist, Anabaptist...

I once asked my wife why humans get the opportunity to be redeemed, saved from eternal hell, through the blood of Christ, but the devil and his demons do not. My wife said, “Because the devil and his demons knew God face to face. His will and character were totally transparent to them, so they...

While some contend that the mark of the beast is non-literal or spiritual, meaning a mental allegiance (forehead mark) or physical action devotion (hand mark), this seems unlikely to me, since you need the mark to buy and sell. This economic aspect points to a bar code, chip, implant, RFID...

When my wife and I were searching for a new church to attend and serve in, we filled out the visitors card at each church we visited. We checked the box indicating we’d like a church representative to come to our home to explain the church. We were Baptists, but we explored Baptist, Nazarene...

We may pray fervently for something, trusting and praising God with all our might — but we do not receive what we prayed for. If the thing we prayed for was extremely serious, and not getting what we prayed for leaves us devastated, disoriented, and depressed, our faith in God can be shaken...

To one who truly repents, sin looks very different than it does to him who has not repented. Instead of looking desirable or fascinating, it looks odious and detestable. He is astonished that he ever could have desired such a thing. Impenitent sinners may look at sin and see that it will ruin...

Some scholars say that we should adore the mysteries of Deity and not try to figure out every little detail. Many devout questions will not be answered in this life. Yet attempting to probe deeply into the arcane secrets of God’s Word is an expression of our respect for the veracity and...

Taya Smith has an angelic voice. I heard this song on WBNH radio, a Moody affiliate, last night and it really impressed me. One of the sweetest songs I have ever heard. We praise God, even when it hurts, in the midst of trouble, anguish, confusion, pain, and suffering. It is a shame that the...