Four Blood Moons – Is Something About To Change?
There has been much talk recently of the four “Blood Moons”, with the introduction of a book written by John Hagee as well as a follow-up movie. As end-times are quite important to the faith community, it’s important for us to biblically understand the topic. So, let’s talk about the End Times. The end times actually began on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. This was also the beginning of the era of the church....
Blessed are the Peacemakers
The Word of God informs us of three different types of peace. The most obvious is the inner tranquility of mind and heart that gives us confidence and assurance in God. The second is having “peace with Godâ€. The peace offerings of the Old Testament allowed for temporary restoration in the relationship between God and man. The work of Calvary provided for a permanent reconciliation and peace with God for those who obey the gospel....
The Wind Blows Where it Wants To
Winds of change are blowing in the world today. It is this unspeakable, unseen power that molds our world. It affects the land and sea. Nothing and nowhere on the surface of the earth is beyond the touch of it’s power. “The wind bloweth where it listeth, ?so is every one that is born of the Spirit.†John 3:8 “The Wind Blows where it wants to, and so does everyone that is born again.†SP Version Wind is a current of air...
10 Reasons People Leave the Church
…or change churches (modern-day backsliding) 1. Fear tribulation, want to go hide. Fear Deuteronomy 7:18-21; Revelation 6:16-17 2. Too many (kids, troubles, activities, etc.) Undisciplined life Matthew 13:7; Mark 4:19 3. Want to go where “action†is; bigger church, better church, closer church, (instead of blooming where planted, realizing it is Jesus that makes the church big.) Pride Zechariah 4:10; Matthew 18:20 4. Offended by...
Spiritual Warfare and the Armor of God
It’s evident that we engage in spiritual battles as Christians. Paul said in Ephesians 6:12 that we, “wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” For every battle, there must be preparation. In Luke 14:31-33, Jesus said, “Or what king, going to make war against another king,...
The Message of Repentance
The message of repentance is among the most basic, primary teachings of the Christianity. It is the first and most enduring message preached in the New Testament. The experience of repentance is the essential starting point for every single person who becomes a believer in Jesus Christ. The critical nature of the message of repentance is first reflected in the brief account of John the Baptist’s ministry. His message is summarized...
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