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Christlike doctrine promotes Christlike behavior

Posted on January 2, 2019 by admin — Leave a reply

I know Christians who are very strong on doctrine. Ultra strong! Almost Pharisaically strong. Yet their attitudes are mean-spirited, evil-minded, and bitter-hearted. The opposite of Christlike. It is obvious to Continue ReadingChristlike doctrine promotes Christlike behavior→

Is the gospel a mystery?

Posted on October 2, 2018 by admin

The gospel was preached by all the prophets throughout the Old Testament but the mystery of the church containing both Jews and Gentiles was taught by Paul.

Did the Apostle Paul say the gospel was a mystery not revealed in other ages? Does this verse mean the gospel is a mystery that was hidden from previous generations? Continue ReadingIs the gospel a mystery?→

Persecution, hatred, and betrayal are signs of the end times

Posted on June 30, 2018 by admin

Throughout history, religious persecution and violence have been common. Millions and millions of people have been tortured and killed in the name of religion or against religion. This is sad and Continue ReadingPersecution, hatred, and betrayal are signs of the end times→

Biblical work of a deacon vs religious office of deacon

Posted on June 27, 2018 by admin

King James gave his translators explicit instructions designed to guarantee the new version would conform to the ecclesiology of the Church of England [King_James_Version]. Also read Story behind King James Continue ReadingBiblical work of a deacon vs religious office of deacon→

Every word or deed should be in the name of the Lord Jesus (Colossians 3:17)

Posted on May 8, 2018 by admin

This verse has been used to justify many vicious so-called Christian cults. They demand that everything you do in word or deed must be done in the name of their Continue ReadingEvery word or deed should be in the name of the Lord Jesus (Colossians 3:17)→

101 broken people that God used anyway – Throughout the Bible, God demonstrates His love and grace by using broken and flawed people to accomplish His purposes.
God has numbered all my days and written them in his book – God has numbered all my days and written them in his book. I don't have to worry because that won't change no matter what happens around me.
12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw God – Here are 12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw the glory and majesty of God more overwhelming than the best CGI in any movie.
10 ways prayers are hindered – Prayers are an important part of the Christian life. They are worship, supplication, and confession; therefore, we don\'t want them to be hindered.
Can two walk together, except they be agreed? – Does Amos 3:3 require Christians to be in absolute uniformity on everything in order to have fellowship?
7 Characteristics of a Real, Genuine, Sincere Apology – A real apology comes from a humble heart that is truly sorry and repentant. But nothing is worse than a faint apology, a false apology, or a non-apology.

Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World by Tom Holland – "Dominion" shows how America’s most cherished ideals—human dignity, equality, justice, and compassion for the vulnerable—emerged from Christianity’s disruptive moral revolution rather than from secular or classical roots. By tracing how Christian assumptions shaped Western conscience, the book helps Americans recognize the deep moral inheritance guiding today’s debates, institutions, and visions of the common good.