Who is the Judge?

Forgiveness  and God’s Judgement Why is it important we don’t judge others? Why does God want us to forgive, to “turn the other cheek,” as the saying goes? So we ask this question: Who is the Judge? Jesus shows His love by warning us that judgment begets judgment on ourselves….

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Stephen the First Martyr

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Stephen – A Faithful Man God can and will  transform a tragic event into a positive result for His glory, especially if this event advances the implementation of “The Great Commission.” (Matthew 28:16) The early Christian church was growing at a tremendous rate. To assist with the task of helping…

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He is Risen-The Resurrection of Jesus Christ

He is Risen The foundation of the Christian faith is centered around Christ’s birth, death, and resurrection. The Son of God, Jesus Christ, took the punishment of your sin against God. He died on the cross for all sin, He was placed in a grave, and on the third day,…

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Why Did Jesus Have to Die on the Cross?

God So Loved The World… The Holy Lamb of God, the sinless Son of God, willingly and knowingly allowed Himself to be arrested, persecuted, beaten, humiliated, scourged, pierced with a crown of thorns pushed into His scalp, and forced to carry His cross to His execution. Jesus also allowed Himself…

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How Does Jesus Forgive a Sinner?

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Jesus Demonstrates His Compassion The book of John the Apostle shows the divinity of Jesus Christ. This book is one of the most powerful stories in which Jesus shows His compassion, grace, mercy, and forgiveness to a sinner, found in the very act of her transgression. This woman was caught…

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What Did Jesus Think About Taxes?

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To Pay, Or Not To Pay… It’s Tax Time! Yeah!!  Yeah right. What does Jesus say about paying taxes? Jesus said, In Luke 20:25, “…pay Caesar what is Caesars…”  I wonder, is Jesus endorsing the payment of taxes? Well, yes and no, and now you say, Huh? What? Does He…

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What’s In a Man’s Heart and Soul?

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What Defiles a Man? What makes up the heart of a man? I have read the heart of a man is the primary ruling center of a person’s soul. A man is considered “good” or “bad” by what we see through his actions, by what we see in his heart,…

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How Can a Leader also be Your Servant?

A Good Leader – A Good Follower of God Jesus, our Savior, our Lord, was first our servant. I have heard it said, to be a good leader, one must first be a good follower. Matthew 20:26 states: “…whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant.”…

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How You Can Lose God’s Gift of Mercy

Nineveh’s Mercy Grace and mercy often work together as an example of God’s love, however, they are sometimes confused by some Christians. Both are very important, but God can also give each one separately. A very wise and Godly pastor explained it this way: Grace is favor given by God…

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How to Battle Temptation Using Jesus’ Example

Temptation of Christ Temptation, guilt, shame, unworthiness, weakness of spirit, all of these destructive emotions are the result of Satan’s attempt to drag you away from God. The evil one will craftily lead you to a place where psychological warfare convinces you that you can never return to the love…

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Isaiah and Jeremiah – Disobedience and Redemption

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All Good Parents All good parents want to guide their children in a manner that will help them lead a life filled with joy and peace and respect for one another. However, every family goes through periods when their children become disobedient and somewhat stubborn. For instance, A caring parent…

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God’s Amazing Love – Time with Hosea and Jesus

Amazing Love from Time with God Have you ever considered the book of Hosea? While spending time with God a person has to realize this is not just a story about a prophet of God; it’s also a story of Jesus and the relationship between God and his people. It…

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Husband and Wife – A Friendship Made by God

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Nurture Any good relationship starts out as friendship. Especially the relationship with your spouse. Enjoying one’s company is a gift, not only from the person you’re with but from God as well. Building and growing that friendship is key to a healthy marriage between husband and wife. Sadly, how many…

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