by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
There is one Person who never will “socially distance.” God entered into our world when He created it and walked in the Garden with Adam and Eve. Today, Jesus walks with all who are His and reaches out seeking to save those who do not know Him. So, how...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Perhaps you have noticed the significance of numbers in the Bible (Read The Meaning of NUMBERS in the Bible?) In the Gospel of John, there are “sevens” throughout — seven sayings, people, etc. The “sevens” reveal the credibility of...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Paul’s letter to the Church at Rome holds the answer to the question, how do we rejoice in suffering? To find the answer, read Romans 5:3-4 and pick out the keyword: Rom 5:3-4 …we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance;...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Many know that the day after Halloween is recognized by some churches as All Saints Day. All Saints’ Day is also known as All Hallows Day, Hallowmas, Feast of All Saints, or Solemnity of All Saints. The day is designated in the Catholic church (and some Protestant...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
We can’t answer for all Presidents, but we can certainly say that historically Presidents have been men of prayer — and we have proof of it. Of those who are long gone, we have their words recorded for posterity. Their words reveal that even the most powerful men...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Will God bless a nation that makes laws in opposition to His truths? Will He overlook our nation’s failure to stop abortion and redefining marriage? Are our leaders doing what is right in their own eyes? Has America fallen from God’s grace? Has God removed His...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
More than 500 years ago Martin Luther started a reformation when he posted his 95 thesis to the door of a church in Wittenburg, Germany. To this day, Luther is called the Great Reformer of the Protestant Reformation. Luther is also well remembered for the more than...
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What did President Reagan say about racism and Marxism? And what vow did he confidently make on behalf of our nation? How do his words speak to our nation today? And are we keeping the vow he made? Watch now! Cultural Racism and Marxism Meeke Addison – Cultural...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
In Matthew 8, Mark 5, and Luke 8 we find the account of Jesus healing a demoniac (demon-possessed man). Was it one or two demoniacs? Matthew says two, but Mark and Luke say one. This difference in the accounts is used by skeptics to say the Bible has contradictions...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
2 Th 2:1-3 Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together unto him, {2} That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Let’s go back almost 200 years, when the Bible held greater influence in the world, and see how the dictionary defined apostle and disciple. The 1828 Webster’s Dictionary defines them this way: Apostle: “A person deputed [appointed] to execute some important...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
The Romans Road, the John Road, and Revelation Road are “paths” of Bible verses that tell the way to become a new creation in Jesus Christ. Perhaps there are more. If you know of another, please let me know. The most “well-traveled road” (most popular)...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Matthew 5:48 says that we are to be perfect and, it says, we are to be as perfect as God is, Wow! If Jesus meant that, then we have a real problem. We can’t be perfect. So how should we understand Jesus’ words? Some will say that “perfect” is not what Jesus...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
In 2001, Steve Schneibner was pastoring a church in Maine. He was also a pilot for American Airlines. On the morning of September 11th, 2001, he should have been in the cockpit of American Airlines Flight 11— but he was not. Schneibner had been scheduled to fly...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
In May of 1863, the Seventh-day Adventist Church was founded in Battle Creek, Michigan. The church is categorized as a Christian denomination because they recognize Jesus as the Saviour of mankind. believing He atoned for man’s sins on the cross and rose again...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
A prophecy in Daniel 9 foretells of Israel’s future. We are told that Daniel understood, by reading the words of the prophet Jeremiah (Dan 9:2), that Israel’s time in Babylon was coming to an end. Jeremiah 25:11-12, and 29:10 told Daniel that Israel was to be...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Calvinism is a theological explanation of biblical doctrines put forth by the followers of John Calvin (1509-1564). Therefore the real question becomes, are these teachings biblically supported?. Before we give biblical support for our answer on this, let’s...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
When someone is saved, it’s often said, “I gave my life to Jesus.” But what does that really mean? Doesn’t everything on earth, and every person who’s ever lived or is now alive, belong to the Creator of all things? If everything belongs to Jesus, how can you...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
This is a teaching that is held by some Christians. It offers a way to reconcile the Bible with the claims of the earth being millions, even billions, of years old (Read also, Were the Days of Creation 24-hour Days, or Longer?). A gap of time, between Genesis 1:1...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
It has been more than four months since the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Most churches have now reopened — although with reduced attendance and social distancing practices. What effect has the COVID-19 shutdown of churches had? Did the...
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