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What is Lent? Should I Give Up Something?
Lent starts on Ash Wednesday and ends on Resurrection Day. However, many Christians don’t understand or observe it. What should we know? And how should we observe Lent?
What are “The Five Love Languages” of God?
The Five Love Languages is a popular book to understand how we want to be loved and how we can love others. What are God’s Five Love Languages?
What is Apologetics? Why Should You Care?
Many are not familiar with the word “apologetics.” Some wonder if it has anything to do with apologizing. It doesn’t, but what does it mean?
Is Jesus’ Resurrection More Important than His Death?
The answer is "yes!" and "no!" Let me explain. It must be understood that Jesus' death and resurrection each had their own specific work to accomplish. And each brought about a specific and separate part of God's redemptive plan for mankind. Jesus' death...
How Do I Change My Life? Two New Year’s Resolutions that will work!
There are two New Year’s Resolutions that will work. What are they? Set them now and see how they will change your life.
What Good Comes from Suffering and Loss?
Watch the video clip below or Tullian’s entire message here. We share with you a comment from Fred who viewed this on YouTube: "This is a great reminder of the purpose of our trials. One of the best lessons I've learned is that when you think life really stinks, the...
Look up! A New Year’s Motto by James Smith,1865
We are entering a new year. We shall have new toils, new trials, new temptations, and new troubles. Therefore, let us seek grace and look up!
The Gate of the Year: A Message to a Troubled Nation
She was only 13 years old and had a fondness for the words of a poem titled God Knows … And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year…
Suppose this really did happen just as the Bible says it did. . .
by Pastor Wayne Edwards, Heritage Baptist Church “And she will bring forth a son, and you shall call His name JESUS for He will shall save His people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 The fact that a baby boy was born in Bethlehem more than 2000 years ago is confirmed...
What is the Significance of the Wise Men’s Gifts? And, Were These Men Kings (or Magi)?
The wise men brought three gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Were these men three kings? And, what did the gifts represent? Each tells something about Jesus.
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How Did the Wise Men (Magi) Know This Was the Messiah? How Did They Know to Follow His Star?
How did the wise men know this was the Messiah? Why did they follow a star? What is the lesson for us in what they did?
Who Were the Three Wise Men (Magi / Kings) ? Why Did Herod Fear Them?
Who were these men? Were there only three? From where did the three Wise Men come? Why did Herod fear them?
What is Advent?
The word “advent” comes from the Latin “advenio,” meaning “coming” or “arrival” of a notable person, thing, or event.
President George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation
On October 3, 1789, President George Washington issued a proclamation designating Thursday, November 26th as a national day of thanks.
Seven Benefits of Knowing God
Thanksgiving is a day set apart for remembering all the things for which we are thankful. Psalm 103 reminds us of the blessings from the Lord, calling them benefits. What are the seven benefits that we should be thankful every day?
Is Your Thanksgiving Glass ½ Empty or ½ Full?
How do you see your life? 1/2 empty or 1/2 full? Watch this really short video and be inspired and filled with gratitude!
What are the Mysteries in the Bible?
Jesus spoke of two mysteries. Both Paul and John wrote about mysteries. So what are these mysteries we find in the Bible?
What Signs Indicate the End is Near?
Many signs reveal that the end is drawing near, and Jesus will soon return for His Bride. We don’t know how soon, but the signs do give us some clues.
Where did OT saints go at death? Abraham’s Bosom? Where was it?
Why did Old Testament saints go to Abraham’s Bosom instead of Heaven? What does the Bible tell us about their resting place before the cross?
What is Workaholism?
We all hear voices that tell us to work — and then you’ll earn the love you desire. What does God say?
Will The Rapture Happen Soon? Many Predict Fall 2022
There are many online predictions that The Rapture will occur this year, 2022. Might it happen soon? What reasoning is there from the Bible?
Why Should We Study the Tabernacle?
On Mt. Sinai, God gave Moses instructions to build a tabernacle in which He would dwell. What should we understand about the Tabernacle?
What Does the Bible Say About Heaven?
When someone dies, can we judge their eternal destiny by what they said? Perhaps. What do we know about Heaven? Who will be there?
What is the Meaning of Jesus’ Parable of the Ungrateful Servant? (Matthew 18:23-35)
Jesus spent a great deal of time teaching His disciples. This lesson tells of a forgiven but ungrateful servant.
Who Were the Daughters of Zelophehad?
The daughters of Zelophehad petitioned to receive an inheritance from their father and it made Jesus’ role as Messiah of Israel legal.
What is the Righteousness of Christ That We Receive?
In Christ, we are a new creation. In the eyes of the Lord, we stand in the righteousness of Christ. What does that mean?
Will “All Israel Be Saved?”
In Romans 11:26 it says “all Israel will be saved.” Will that happen? What does the verse mean?
What Does the Fullness of the Gentiles Mean? (Romans 11:25)
Romans 11:25 says, “blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fullness of the Gentiles be come in.” When will that be?
How to Read the Psalms?
The psalms are a place where we can come as we are and bear our souls to God… without fear of rejection. They give us permission to express ourselves honestly.
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