Bible Study
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Is Fighting in a War Always Wrong?
At the time of this writing, Israel has just been savagely attacked by Hamas — plunging a region characterized by instability into war once again. It’s been nineteen months since […]
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“I’ll Show Him!” Beyond Tit-for-Tat in the Body of Christ
There is no place for getting back at someone or “teaching someone a lesson” in a petty or mean-spirited way when it comes to the body of Christ. That’s the […]
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Correcting With Grace: What Ephesians 4:29 Says About Rebukes and Reprimands
Should followers of Christ strive to be consistently kind and nice, even when there is a need for correction or rebuke? That was at the heart of a discussion I […]
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These All Died in Faith: The Legacy of The Saints in Hebrews 11
Hebrews 11 is of course often referred to as the “Hall of Fame of Faith” in the Bible, showcasing the extraordinary examples of faith displayed by various biblical figures, inspiring […]
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Thoughts that Lead to Peace: Reflecting On Philippians 4:8
Too many people are living stressed-out, dysfunctional, and turbulent lives because they (and the people around them) aren’t heeding the practical exhortation of the Apostle Paul in Philippians. If you […]
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Why Did God Change Sarah’s Name?
In the book of Genesis, shortly after Ishmael is born, God reaffirms His promise to Abraham and changes Sarai’s name to Sarah: “And God said unto Abraham, As for Sarai thy wife, […]
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Don’t Miss Out on Heavenly Rewards
When I was a kid, I loved taking part in competitions and winning awards. It helped validate my efforts and prove that I could succeed. And, when I received the […]
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What Does the Bible Say about Baptism?
Though it doesn’t make the news as much as other issues, baptism can be a very sensitive (even contentious) issue for many who profess faith in Christ. It is immersed […]
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How to Detox Your Mind — Part 2 (Ephesians 4)
Our minds default to negativity, distractions, stress, and selfishness. That’s thanks to our sinful nature. And, therefore, just as our bodies need a good detox now and then, so do […]
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How to Detox Your Mind — Part 1 (James 1:21 & James 4:10)
It’s easy for our minds to become cluttered and contaminated with negativity, distractions, stress, and sin. Just as our bodies need detoxification to cleanse and rejuvenate, our minds require the […]
