I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. - John 15:5
And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. - Mark 4:35
...weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. - Psalms 30:5b
...strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. - Matthew 7:14
...And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. - Genesis 1:2b
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. - Psalms 23:1-2
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"A self surrendered in the silence of His presence is a soul at peace in Him who reclaimed it! The earth and its burdens no
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American Values Personal Survey
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Satan, The Father Of Lies
Battle For America's Soul
Ligonier Ministries' Biennial Study of The State Of American Theology
Among the Shocking findings are -
1. "31% of adults say it is very important for their religious faith to influence every dimension of their life."
2. "49% accept reincarnation as a possibility after they die."
Just one question: If, if this is true then why do our politicians and those who do their bidding in the media possess the spirit of antichrist—an anti-Christian spirit that treats others with such hostility, disrespect and mean-spirited? Why is the state of our country so godless and in an advanced state of decay and decline?
Something is grossly immoral and amiss!
Consider this from 3 of our founding fathers:
Benjamin Franklin - Man will ultimately be governed by God or by tyrants.
Jedidiah Morse - Whenever the pillars of Christianity shall be overthrown, our present republican forms of government - and all blessings which flow from them - must fall with them.
John Adams - Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.
This may help to answer some of your questions as to our current national state of affairs. The honest student of history knows this to be true. Also read:
With a supply chain already near collapse, this is only a portent of things to come. People are going to starve. We might as well accept this chilling fact. It is time for America to throw off the divisive merchants and come together to help one another.
If you have not placed your faith in Jesus Christ and are troubled by the events of our recent times and seem to be without hope, let me encourage you to read this... If you already are a Christian and still troubled, "Let not your heart be troubled... John 14. Have hope. Have courage. There is nothing to fear! Jesus is the giver of peace. He will not let you down! As He calmed the storms, He will calm your heart.
The End Times - In The Words Of Jesus (Length: 1 hr.)
Beautiful Song Warning To Prepare
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In this month's study, we will consider the Zealots from the book: Adam2.
I. MAJOR JEWISH GROUPS IN JESUS' DAY.
D. ZEALOTS.
Zealot in Hebrew is,
Kananaios, or
Cananaean, and in Greek,
Zelotes, or
Zealot,
both meaning, "to be jealous." Cananaean
(not to be confused with an entirely different word similarly pronounced for native geographical
identification—Canaanean, or,
Canaanite) is rooted in the Hebrew verb,
kana, or the common Aramaic form,
kanan, which means, in our case,
"jealous for the Law of Moses." It is used in our New Testament to distinguish between the two disciples named Simon:
Simon Peter and Simon Zelotes, or, Simon the Zealot, or, Simon the Cananaean (one who had been zealous for the Law and
likely a member of its namesake party, now to be discussed, before being called as a disciple. (See Appendix, "Simon," p. 25.)
Unlike the two previous parties, or sects, of the Jewish religion who differed religiously (in their beliefs and practices),
philosophically (in their ideas toward the future of man in general, but more specifically their nation), and politically
(what role they would assume within nations), the Zealots were not considered a religious sect or party. Though they held
to the basic precepts of the Pharisee, and thus can be seen resembling them more than the Sadducee, their uniform for
identification primarily was political.
To better understand the Zealot of Jesus' day, a quick look at the roots of their evolved historical persuasions
is here in order. But first it must be said in defense of those earlier examples of great zeal seen in the genesis
and zenith of their nation, that they in no way compare to the lower character of this evolved murderous first century Zealot
at the close of their national life. Briefly, then, Israel's Old Testament history can be divided into seven distinct periods:
a. The Period of the Patriarchs - Gen.12:1 - Ex.1:7.
Includes Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph
b. The Period of the Exodus - Ex.1:8 - Deu.34:12.
Under the leadership of Moses
c. The Period of the Settlement - Jos.1:1 - 24:33.
Under the leadership of Joshua
d. The Period of the Judges - Jud.1:1 - I Sam.10:25.
Under succeeding chosen individuals: final figure and counselor, Samuel
e. The Period of the Kings - I Sam.10:26 - II Ki.25:21.
THE UNITED KINGDOM - I Sam.10:26 - I Ki.11:43
Under Saul, David, and Solomon: each ruling 40 years successively
Main prophets: Samuel, Elijah, Elisha, and Naaman
THE DIVIDED KINGDOM - I Ki.12:1 - II Ki.25:21
Under 19 successive kings within each kingdom
MAIN PROPHETS TO ISRAEL: Jonah, Amos, and Hosea
MAIN PROPHETS TO JUDAH: Joel, Isaiah, Micah, Zephaniah, Nahum, Jeremiah, Habakkuk, Daniel, Ezekiel, and Obadiah
f. The Period of Babylonian Exile - Ez.1:1 - Dan.5:31.
Main figures and counselors: Ezekiel and Daniel
g. The Period of Post-Babylonian Resettlement - Ezra 1:1 - Neh.13:31; Hag.1:1 - Mal.4:6
Main figures and counselors: Zerubbabel, Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi
Having been ceremonially (Passover) separated from Egypt as a host of people grown over centuries from the origins of the seventy
in Jacob's family, and brought through the Red Sea as a symbol of baptism under the leadership of Moses, the Hebrews
(later to be called Jews) were first called to covenant at Mt. Sinai. Prior to the time of Moses, God's covenant had
always been with individuals (except for the Rainbow Covenant with the entire human race -
Gen.9:9),
including the choosing of Abraham to be the patriarch of this new nation
(Gen.12:2;
17:2-4).
Now, His covenant would collectively be with Abraham's descendants.
Upon receiving God's laws and instructions as an emerging priestly nation to all nations, origins of zeal for national
identity and independence for this calling and mission can clearly be seen in its very early days in the lives of men like Moses
(Ex.2:11-12;
32:32;
Nu.14:19),
Joshua (Jos.1:1-9; 10:40-43; 24:14-28), Caleb
(Nu.13:30;
14:9),
and the very young, Phinehas, who was promised an everlasting priesthood because of his jealousy for God and His laws evidenced in his executional act
(Nu.25).
This zeal and commitment would continue under Joshua's leadership in the Settlement Period within the promised land.
Adequately forewarned and given examples of the consequences for disobedience (Deu.26:16-30:20), lessons thus
learned through the examples of their faithfulness to God's laws and fulfillment of His instructions for settlement
and subsequent prosperity within the land of promise, would later lead to the cyclical Period of the Judges—a time
of increased prosperity that would be followed by a decrease in religious commitment and national blessings.
God would then allow other nations, Gentiles, or those to the Jews considered pagan, or, heathen—unclean
people—to visit punishment, or judgment, upon their national backslidden condition. Recognition for their
fallen condition would slowly evolve and a call or cry would go out for a deliverer, or judge—a savior who
would rally and lead them in throwing off the current yoke of foreign oppression. In those days, God was always
faithful to hear and answer their genuine plea, Himself engaging in their defense. Israel would once again experience
a time of both renewed independence and religious consciousness, only to soon forget and be repeated again and again,
usually with the very next generation, but sometimes within their own (Judges 2:6-3:4).
This is the fifth and intended final of five articles dealing with today's emerging church. Because the information
is rather lengthy, it is broken down into two parts, Part I, laying the foundation for two fundamental questions,
and Part II, responding to those questions. Hopefully, in these five articles there is enough information, first,
to awaken those who haven't been stirred by the changes within their church, and second, to provide an adequate
beginning into the individual's own search in their personal education on this subject. There are too many names
and branches of this movement to list them all here but one should be able to discover them through the many
references listed.
Don't mistake this movement of the changing or emerging church for a trend. It is here. It is powerful! It is
redefining to the world a new philosophy and breed of Christianity. We didn't ask for it. We weren't considered
before it stretched its tentacles to touch us in our worship on Sundays. We were not invited into the
debate before pastors who were began forcing it upon their congregations. It is not going away any
time soon. It is growing in strength and in universal numbers. It has power beyond anything most have
seen in our lifetimes. Deception comes in subtleties and many Christians who are not guarded will fall prey right
along with the ungodly to whom they appeal with their subtleties. I believe it to be, beyond the first duty of a
Christian in their witness, the single greatest issue, and threat, facing the church today...
Now that it is here, we must decide if we want to be identified with this new definition. We must also know beyond doubt
who we are in contrast to this new definition before we can express it in clarity and confident distinction to a lost world.
We need to be ready to give an answer not only with words but with our lives. As the citizens of Antioch labeled
followers of Christ Christian by their lives lived in witness of Him two thousand years ago, the world again will label all
whether agreed or not by the actions of the sweeping tide of disciples of this new movement that fail in resemblance one whit of previous
generations. Just when we thought we knew who we were, it is time to take a deep look within, not only ourselves, but our local
church we have so faithfully supported. Is it what it once was and if not what is it becoming? A legitimate question for all its
members. If one of those Antioch Christians could come forward today, would he or she call us Christians after seeing this
new breed of Christianity? I have stated in a previous article my thoughts on the form I see the genuine church emerging to be
apart from this new modernistic emerging church. This is being
echoed by others as well.
A couple of points need to be made at the outset. First, with few exceptions when I think their work needs to be supported,
I make it a practice not to recommend books for a reader to buy that would profit anyone by my recommendations.
There are some I wish not to put a dime into their pockets. Some preachers sum up their entire ministry by the numbers
and titles of books they've written, one I saw recently strewn out over a timeline of their 40 years in the pulpit.
To be popular and published seems to be the aim if you're going to leave your mark in history. Amazing!
Many make the argument that one has to read another's entire work to speak legitimately to it is a false one. One doesn't have to
experience climbing a mountain before being able to describe and define it to be a mountain. It isn't necessary to see
all the rocks and crevices in minute detail to know it is a part of the whole. It doesn't take microscopic examination
of an apple and orange to determine the difference when seeking to purchase one or the other at a grocery. Nor do I have
to consume all of both for that distinction. A taste sometimes is all that is necessary to discern the identity of its content.
Why would I want to consume the whole when I want to dispose of the first bite? Scripture teaches you will know them by their fruit.
Certainly, if one is new on the scene and untasted, it may take consuming several pieces of their work before learning from what
perspective they speak or write. I won't argue that point. But once that tree has been identified,
the fruit has been as well...
The following is taken from the Book of New Testament Summaries.
Chapter
Jesus Christ, the Word from the beginning, who made and illuminates all things. John the Baptist came to give witness of Him.
The world rejected Jesus, but those who receive Him are born into the kingdom of God by the will of God. He left heaven, became flesh,
and lived a short time with us. This we know for His glory was seen by them. He is the only begotten son of God.
John the Baptist's witness to Jesus. John's answer of himself to the messengers of the Jews: he is not the Christ,
Elijah, nor another prophet, but the one Isaiah said was crying in the wilderness to make straight the way for Christ to come.
He explains his baptism and defers to Jesus, whom they do not recognize among them. In Bethabara, beyond Jordan,
John sees and declares again the Lamb. Two of his disciples follow Jesus: Andrew, who returns for his brother Peter;
and John (inferred). Jesus declares to Peter His prior knowledge of him and changes his name to Cephas (a stone).
The next day in Galilee, Jesus calls Philip, who seeks and returns with his friend Nathanael. After Jesus declares
knowledge of him also, Nathanael believes, following at Jesus' word. Observing their amazement,
Jesus declares that they shall see greater works than this.
Marriage in Cana of Galilee. Mary (mother), Jesus, and the (6) disciples are present. Water turned into wine: first
miracle revealing His glory. The disciples believe. All (mother, brothers, and disciples) leave for Capernaum for a few days.
In Jerusalem at Passover, He cleanses the Temple of money changers, causing the Jews
to ask for a sign of His authority. Jesus confounds them with His answer, referring to His death and resurrection
(Temple destroyed and rebuilt in three days. The disciples will remember this after His resurrection).
Jesus performs many miracles which produce many believers, but He does not commit Himself to them; He knows their
hearts (not as Nathanael's -
1:47).
Acknowledging Jesus as Master (teacher), Nicodemus (a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews) comes to Jesus at night
for discussion of His power to perform those miracles. Nicodemus is unable to understand Jesus' discussion on the rebirth.
(The kingdom cannot be perceived by anyone unregenerated.) Because of God's great love for all His creation, the Son of
man is sent to be lifted up that all who will may be saved from their current self-imposed condemnation of death unto eternal life.
Evil doers love the cover of darkness, but truth lovers will come to the light when it appears to them. Jesus is the Light of the world,
therefore, those who love truth will come to Him; those who love evil will reject Him. Jesus and the disciples go to Judea (from Jerusalem baptizing).
John is in Aenon baptizing. John's disciples question with the Jews about purifying. Seeing Jesus and His disciples baptizing many also,
they question John. He speaks of God's diverse works and gifts: just to see and be a chosen part of God's work, no matter how great or small,
brings great joy. John defers again to Jesus' heavenly greatness. God has given His Son all things that the Son might give to all who believe eternal life (
17:2).
Failing to do so leaves one, by their own choice, exposed to God's impending wrath.
Perceiving John's predicament and possible misconception of the Pharisees of conflicting ministries by His being in the same area,
Jesus departs Judea for Galilee, taking the detestable (by the Jew) route through Samaria. (Jesus did not personally baptize, only His disciples.)
At noon, with the disciples gone into the city of Sychar for food, Jesus encounters a woman at Jacob's well.
An incredible experience follows with Jesus, His disciples (being Jew), and the Samaritans (mixed blood).
Jesus declares Himself to be the source of all living water that gives eternal life. He does a tremendous work among them for two days.
Recognizing Him as the Christ, through both His and the woman's testimony, many believe. Bearing out the saying that a prophet has no
honor in His own country (
2:24-25), He journeys on to Galilee. Having witnessed His miracles in Jerusalem during the previous Passover, the Galileans greatly receive Him.
In Cana again, He performs a second miracle, the healing of a noble man's son in absentia, leading to belief by his entire household.
Going up to a feast in Jerusalem, Jesus confronts and heals an impotent man of 38 years by the pool of Bethesda.
The man is then confronted by the Jews concerning his breaking the Sabbath by carrying his bed. They ask who so instructed him.
Finding him later in the Temple, Jesus cautions him against further sin.
Accosted by the Jews concerning this violation of their Sabbath, Jesus defends His actions by simply stating He does
only that which He sees His Father do. A clear breach now occurs between them. Angered, the Jews desire to kill Him.
Jesus reveals Himself to be the life-giver sent from the Father, foretelling the resurrection and future day of judgment.
The Father has placed all judgment under His authority, and He does it in concert with the Father's will.
(There are many (7) witnesses to Christ; four are listed here, and three in other locations in John.) Because the self-righteous Jews
honor only each other and not God, not even Moses' words, they fail to recognize Jesus as prophesied. They reject Him to their own undoing.
Jesus and His disciples cross Galilee in a ship. A crowd follows by land. Going up into a mountain, He sees the crowd.
The hour being late, He wishes to feed them. After testing Philip, He feeds 5000 with 5 loaves and 2 fishes; 12 baskets are left over.
Perceiving the crowd would make Him king by force, He resists, sending them away. Putting the disciples to sea, He goes alone into
a mountain to pray. Later in the night, Jesus comes to them walking upon the water. He stills a storm. Many follow Jesus from their
personal worldly motives (seeking bread), not recognizing Him as the Christ and Eternal Bread of heaven. Jesus' discourse on
the Bread of Heaven and the eternal assurance of all who come to Him for eternal life. Without spiritual discernment and unable
to accept this teaching, some followers depart, causing Jesus to turn to question the loyalty of those who remain, knowing
one would later betray Him. Peter acknowledges for all there is no one else to turn to who has the words of eternal life.
Christ's brothers fail to believe Jesus is the Messiah. They try unsuccessfully to get Him to show His power to the world
at the Feast of Tabernacles in Jerusalem. He sends them on ahead, and much to everyone's amazement, He secretly appears later
teaching in the Temple. Because of their fear of the Jewish rulers who are looking
to kill Jesus, no one speaks of Him. Jesus confronts them. They deceitfully deny their intent. He rebukes their inconsistency.
Some Jews believe, while others do not understand His teaching. Many have differing opinions concerning Christ. Amazed at His teaching,
the Court's (Sanhedrin) officers fail to arrest Him, duly disappointing their rulers. Everyone departs for their own home.
After spending the night in Mt. Olivet, Jesus is found teaching in the Temple
early the next morning by the Pharisees who bring to Him a woman caught in adultery. He is not fooled by their attempt to
discredit Him in Moses' law. (The guilty man is required to be brought also (
Lev.20:10;
Deu.22:23-24).
After silently slinking away, each convicted of his own sin, Jesus forgives and dismisses the woman. Later, the Pharisees object
to Jesus' witness to Himself being the Light of the world. He proceeds to instruct them concerning His relationship with the Father.
He condemns their sinful condition. Some believe, but many don't, and Jesus continues in discourse with those. After informing them
their father is Satan, they call Him a Samaritan with a devil. Still unbelieving, they stand in stark contrast to Abraham, who rejoiced to see His day.
They do not understand, leading Jesus to declare His Eternal existence. Enraged, they take up stones to kill Him. He slips away.
On the Sabbath, Jesus heals a man blind from birth, who then goes to wash in the Pool of Siloam. A great controversy
develops over Jesus' legitimacy. Knowing for certain the source of the power and sight he received, the blind man believes.
The Pharisees will not accept this miracle as a sufficient sign to His claims. They are spiritually blind, Jesus declares.
Using the parables of the Good Shepherd and the Door, Jesus continues His discourse for further insight for them
to His clear identity. He clearly reveals He has full authority and power over His own life. Again a division occurs
among them, some calling Him mad, while others defend Him. With the arrival of winter (December), Jesus is in Jerusalem
in Solomon's Porch at the Temple (rather than in the open courts) during the Feast of Dedication.
The Jews again question Him about His previous works, causing Him to declare His unity with the Father. Intending to stone Him,
they accuse Him of blasphemy, but Jesus refutes their charge with Scripture (
Ps.82). He escapes them, and with His disciples, goes beyond Jordan. He is warmly welcomed by the followers of the Baptist (now dead)
who are living in the region.
Listen to this young German Christian artist create, in the moment, the composition he later entitiled, "Prayer". (We love his T-shirt. Take a close look. Expand and freeze frame.)
WEF Official Calls for AI to Re-Write the Bible 'Correctly'
"In a few years, there might be religions that are actually correct … just think about a religion whose holy book is written by an AI. That could be a reality in a few years," states WEF advisor Yuval Noah Harari, "a homosexual, Israeli author and historian who holds mostly to atheistic beliefs in spirituality," - Charismamag.com.
Transgender Lutheran pastor on the Bible's clear line of male & female: "It's hard to relate it to modern-day times b/c it wasn't written for 2024. It was written for then. When we read in the scripture that God created man and woman, yes, and god created everyone else, as well." pic.twitter.com/rFIKhlv7OW
To the cast down and disheartened, stop and remember the joy of the beginning of your new birth. Remember, there is no battle you face that He has not already fought and overcome. The victory is yours. Embrace it.
Featured Sermon
The Great White Throne Judgment - 5/26/1963
Revelation 20:11-15: And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works. And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death. And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.
When Praying, Do Not Look Upon It As A 'Badge Of Honor' To Be Worn Publicly For All Others To See Such 'Great Spiritual Depths' You Have Achieved. Read More
Such praying is shallow, often mechanical and repititious, and such our Saviour warned to avoid. People who pray often in public,
often love to be heard praying in public. It is the shy one whose heart is humble whose words are heard by the Master's ear. May your
service ever to Him in prayer be so private that no one else sees you standing there. To be recognized only by Him and not give
reason for another to diminish your position in prayer by pointing to your place in praise in comparison to others.
THIS IS PRAYER!
To Lose Self In The Sight Of All Others When Entering His
Presence, Especially When Speaking On Their Behalf.
AND SO PRAY:
"Lord, may it ever be your head my words seek to turn, that it
be for your praise and not another's my soul yearns."
It is well to be able, without any 'if' or 'but,' to say of the Lord Jesus--'Thou whom my soul loveth.' Many can only say of Jesus that they hope they love Him; they trust they love Him; but only a poor and shallow experience will be content to stay here.... Read More
No one ought to give any rest to his spirit till he feels quite sure about a matter of such vital importance. We ought not to be satisfied with a superficial hope that Jesus loves us, and with a bare trust that we love Him. The old saints did not generally speak with 'buts,' and 'ifs,' and 'hopes,' and 'trusts,' but they spoke positively and plainly. 'I know whom I have believed,' saith Paul. 'I know that my Redeemer liveth,' saith Job. Get positive knowledge of your love of Jesus, and be not satisfied till you can speak of your interest in Him as a reality, which you have made sure by having received the witness of the Holy Spirit, and His seal upon your soul by faith.
True love to Christ is in every case the Holy Spirit's work, and must be wrought in the heart by Him. He is the efficient cause of it; but the logical reason why we love Jesus lies in Himself. Why do we love Jesus? Because He first loved us. Why do we love Jesus? Because He 'gave Himself for us.' We have life through His death; we have peace through His blood. Though He was rich, yet for our sakes He became poor. Why do we love Jesus? Because of the excellency of His person. We are filled with a sense of His beauty! an admiration of His charms! a consciousness of His infinite perfection! His greatness, goodness, and loveliness, in one resplendent ray, combine to enchant the soul till it is so ravished that it exclaims, 'Yea, He is altogether lovely.' Blessed love this--a love which binds the heart with chains more soft than silk, and yet more firm than adamant!
Concerning separation of church and state, here are
the decisions of the modern United States Supreme Court:... Read More
The First Amendment has erected a wall between church and state. That wall must be kept high and impregnable.
We could not approve the slightest breach.1 Everson v. Board of Education, 1947.
It is unconstitutional to offer verbal prayers in a school, regardless of denominational neutrality and voluntary participation.
Engel v. Vitale, 1962;2 Abington v. Schempp, 1963;3 Commissioner of Education v. School Committee of Leyden, 19714...
"Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised
to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin,
when it is finished, bringeth forth death."
The question is asked: When tempted, where is the line that distinguishes between sin and none sin? If one does not feel drawn
towards a temptation (have a desire towards), where then is the need for resistance?... Read More
If two are faced with the identical wrong and the first easily, without thought (enticement), turns away and the second is enticed but after some
internal conflict, whether great or small, renews his strength and then turns away, who has the victory? The first can boast of his own strength and say,
"Because I was strong, I was not tempted in the least!" But the second is thankful of heart in that his strength came not from within, else he knows he
would have given in; but it came from without—from a source other than himself. The first is proud, the second humble. For he knows God, not he himself,
was his strength and redeemer...(I Peter 5:5-6)
The consequences of the magnitude of such a broad scale world-wide implementation of a "new church model" cannot be ignored. It must be examined by the serious Bible student and Christian! It must be looked at in light of Bible prophecy. We must heed the warnings of both Jesus' own words when He walked the earth and those inspired by the Holy Spirit written later for our advantage in alertness of end-time events and trends. Not to do so would be perilous. So, I have prayerfully written 5 articles on this demonic phenonemonen with hopes they will help you to understand how serious this modern attack is on the true church of Christ - Articles on the Modern Church.
3 Unexpected Trends In Religion
The 21st century began with three major unexpected trends in relation to the world's religions. First, despite the prognostications of leading academics in the mid-20th century, the world is becoming increasingly religious. In 2020, 88.7% of people worldwide profess a religion — up from 80.8% in 1970...Read entire article
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I teach Old Testament to a group of young people who have committed their lives to Christ and are involved in a national
group called Master's Commission. I would like permission to share your tests with them during a 10 week Bible Course. thank you... dale rains
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I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. - John 15:5
And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. - Mark 4:35
...weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. - Psalms 30:5b
...strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. - Matthew 7:14
...And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. - Genesis 1:2b
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. - Psalms 23:1-2
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A couple of points need to be made at the outset. First, with few exceptions when I think their work needs to be supported,
I make it a practice not to recommend books for a reader to buy that would profit anyone by my recommendations.
There are some I wish not to put a dime into their pockets. Some preachers sum up their entire ministry by the numbers
and titles of books they've written, one I saw recently strewn out over a timeline of their 40 years in the pulpit.
To be popular and published seems to be the aim if you're going to leave your mark in history. Amazing!
Many make the argument that one has to read another's entire work to speak legitimately to it is a false one. One doesn't have to
experience climbing a mountain before being able to describe and define it to be a mountain. It isn't necessary to see
all the rocks and crevices in minute detail to know it is a part of the whole. It doesn't take microscopic examination
of an apple and orange to determine the difference when seeking to purchase one or the other at a grocery. Nor do I have
to consume all of both for that distinction. A taste sometimes is all that is necessary to discern the identity of its content.
Why would I want to consume the whole when I want to dispose of the first bite? Scripture teaches you will know them by their fruit.
Certainly, if one is new on the scene and untasted, it may take consuming several pieces of their work before learning from what
perspective they speak or write. I won't argue that point. But once 
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