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Assumptions into “Gospel Truths” 2 Timothy 2:15

A billboard beside the interstate proclaims, “Cain killed Abel with a rock. It’s a HEART problem, not a gun problem. Jeremiah 17:9.” The issues of gun violence, gun control, and the preservation of life deserve serious discussion. As Christians, we … Continue reading

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Something to Tell Your Grandchildren Exodus 10:1–20

In the summer of 2021, Rachel and I went to Minnesota for a vacation. While we were there, we stayed in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area. Then we took a day to drive over to Walnut Grove, which was … Continue reading

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Making my home congregation a better church

Be present at every worship service of the church. Be involved in worship. Increase our contribution to the Lord and His work. Participate in Bible classes on Sunday morning AND Wednesday night. Actively pray for unity in our congregation and … Continue reading

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SOME ASPECTS OF THE LORD’S RESURRECTION

I. Introduction A. It should come as no surprise to you that death is the lot of mankind. Ever since Adam was excluded from the tree of life, to die is, in the words of Scripture, “to go the way … Continue reading

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ONCE SAVED – ALWAYS SAVED? NO!

A saved person can FALL from the grace of God! Gal 5:4; II Pet 1:10. Some churches claim the “Bible teaches you cannot fall from grace.” Such is not true! Jesus taught in the parable of the sower that in … Continue reading

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The Prayer Life of Jesus Mark 1:35

We have a driver’s education instructor in our congregation. In his car, I presume, is an extra steering wheel and an extra brake. If a student is nervous – as I’m sure most of them are – when they drive … Continue reading

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The Worst Hailstorm Ever Exodus 9:13–35

Notice here (9:13-17) that God tells Pharaoh that He could have erased the existence of the entire nation of Egypt if He had wanted to do that! In other words, God is telling Pharaoh: “You haven’t seen nothing yet!” God … Continue reading

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Peace is within reach Isaiah 57:19–21

My high school hosted a “world peace” club. The United Nations, an organization formed in 1945, comprised of the world’s most powerful governments, exists with the stated aim of resolving conflicts before they reach the point of war. Yet, wars … Continue reading

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The Proper Perspective of Trials JAMES 1:2-8

JAMES 1:2-8: “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, … Continue reading

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Keeping Vows to Jehovah Jephthah (Judges 11)

How much do we think through our actions? The story of a judge named Jephthah illustrates to us the consequences of being impulsive in our relationship with God and he illustrates to us how important it is for us to … Continue reading

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