by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
If our resources have blessed you, please share them. A fish is a Chrismon. Chrismons are symbols in the Christian faith. And yet, I’m sure that many, who like them and use them, don’t even know what “Chrismon” means.It’s really very simple. A Chrismon is a symbol...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. On November 11th, Veteran’s Day, our thoughts turn to remembering some of the greatest of all American people. We remember the courage, sacrifices, and dedication of those who have served to defend and...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. This week’s Got Questions? is posted early on November 7, 2016. November 8th is the national election, so it is our hope that all Americans, especially Christian Americans, will get out and exercise their privilege...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. It’s that time of year again when all the autumn colors abound. No two autumn colors are more prevalent during this month of October than orange and black— the colors of Halloween. As the stores promote Halloween...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. The sound bites of this election have been like no others in campaign history. Both sides have lowered their standards far below that anything we’ve seen in campaigns past. Many people don’t like either...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Scroll down for video. As Christians, we know and understand that we are never alone. We have Jesus with us, every minute of every day, by the power of His Holy Spirit indwelling us. However, do we remember that?...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. The third Tuesday in October is the Pro-Life Day of Silent Solidarity. In addition, the whole month is a time to stand for the sanctity of life. And, it is a reminder to speak for truth and take a stand against the...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. An anchor is a Chrismon. Chrismons are symbols in the Christian faith. And yet, I’m sure that many, who like them and use them, don’t even know what “Chrismon” means.It’s really very simple. A Chrismon is a...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
If our resources have blessed you, please share them. C. S. Lewis on StageThe live stage can make us smile, frown, laugh, and cry. It’s a powerful form of entertainment that can touch the hearts and minds of the audience in profound ways. It can be both...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. This question is a reference to Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan river by John (Matt 3:13-17, Mark 1:9-11, Luke 3:21-22, John 1:29-34). First, we must remember that water baptism plays no part in our salvation. ...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Question Is it true that if I were the only person alive, Jesus would have gone to the cross for only me? Answer This question comes from a popular quote that is often used by Christians when sharing the love of...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Another anniversary of the 9/11/01 terrorist attacks has come and gone. It’s not uncommon for people to ask, “Where were you that day?” Most people remember it well. Was there not an EXPECTATION that MORE would...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. We’ll answer this question, but first let’s understand that water baptism plays no part in our salvation. It is by grace alone, through faith, that we are saved (Ephesians 2:8). It’s not by anything...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. It’s been 15 years since the horrific events of September 11, 2001. Today we ask that you take a moment to remember those who perished and those whose lives were forever changed. Reflect also on the condition of...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Take a minute and rest. Watch this short video! Consider how you labor and how you spend your leisure time. In all things, glorify God and give thanks. On Labor Day we celebrate the hard work of the people of our...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Question Rehab lied when asked if the spies were in her house. Yet she found favor with God. So is it sometimes OK to lie? Answer It is never OK to lie. God clearly defined lying as a sin in the fourth of the...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Upon a broken pathway,Filled with troubles, pain, and sorrow.There travels a lonely figure,Holding steadfast for the morrow. That traveler knows not where to go,For the road has many turns.So he stays the course,...
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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. How old was…? How old was Adam when Eve gave birth to Seth? How old was Abraham when he was circumcised? Who was Israel’s youngest king? How old was Israel’s youngest king? How old was Joseph when he died?...
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If our resources have blessed you, please share them. Read What Does It Mean to Taste & See That God Is Good? (Psalm 34) ***A Hidden Message in Psalm 23?*** Hidden in the six verses of Psalm 23 are 11 names for Jesus. When you subscribe to our newsletter, we’ll...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
If our resources have blessed you, please share them. We live in confusing times. With the growing rejection of God and the truths of His Word, reasoning is becoming more and more subjective and the lies of the world are becoming more seductive. It seems that every...