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Always Pray and Never Give Up (the Parable of the Persistent Widow)

Posted on May 11, 2021 by admin — Leave a reply

Jesus Christ spoke a parable about a helpless widow before an unjust judge to teach his children to always pray and never give up

Are heartaches pressing on your soul? Learn how God answers persistent prayer! Following Jesus’ parable, discover why even an unjust judge yields to continual requests. Understand what it means to always pray and never give up, trusting that He will surely avenge you. Continue ReadingAlways Pray and Never Give Up (the Parable of the Persistent Widow)→

Warning about second-generation Christian leadership

Posted on April 29, 2021 by admin — 1 Comment ↓

Be cautious about second-generation Christian leadership. If we look at Biblical precedent, the second generation almost never ends well.

Don’t assume calling is inherited! Discover why *godly leadership* requires a personal relationship with Christ. We explore Biblical precedent showing true, first-generation discipleship—not bloodlines—is key to the church. Continue ReadingWarning about second-generation Christian leadership→

How can we abstain from all appearance of evil without the bondage of legalism?

Posted on March 22, 2021 by admin — Leave a reply

This passage is a beautiful provision for the church, not a legalistic bondage of rules and regulations about appearance.

Are you trapped by legalism over “abstain from all appearance of evil?” Discover how Paul intended this verse! We explore true biblical discernment and walk by faith, not fear-based man-made rules. Continue ReadingHow can we abstain from all appearance of evil without the bondage of legalism?→

Have you hardened your heart against God like Pharaoh?

Posted on March 12, 2021 by admin — Leave a reply

Don't be like Pharaoh who chose to deny God, so God hardened his heart to bear the plagues until the destruction was complete

Have you hardened your heart to deny God? While Pharaoh’s story shows God’s sovereignty, this post reveals that true change is possible! Discover how choosing salvation can soften your heart and transform your life through the free gift of the Gospel. Continue ReadingHave you hardened your heart against God like Pharaoh?→

What is the rapture? harpázō – seized by force, caught up, snatched away

Posted on February 26, 2021 by admin — 1 Comment ↓

Study of the Greek word harpázō translated as rapiemur in the Latin Vulgate Bible, which has been Anglicized as rapture for almost 2000 years

Are you ready for glory? Discover the profound promise of the *harpázō*! We explore how believers are caught up together to meet Christ in the air, attaining immortality and eternal life. Don’t miss this crucial word on resurrection! Continue ReadingWhat is the rapture? harpázō – seized by force, caught up, snatched away→

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