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Nautical Terms 2

We are looking at a series of lessons from the Nautical Terms found in the Bible.  Today we will look at the book of James. The New Testament contains many references to water.  Jesus walked on the water.  He showed … Continue reading

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Nautical Terms

In the times of the New Testament writings, many passages included a reference to water.  Jesus walked on the water.  He showed His power over nature when He spoke and calmed the stormy sea.  One of His appearances after the … Continue reading

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The Ark and the Richter Scale

And when the ark of the covenant of the LORD came into the camp, all Israel shouted so loudly that the earth shook.                                    1 Samuel 4:5 The Ark of the Covenant was symbolic of the LORD’S presence with the people.  It contained the … Continue reading

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Man and His GOD

Proverbs 20:24            A man’s steps are of the LORD In our quest to use Proverbs 20 to define the characteristics of a faithful man, we come to verse 24.  Indeed, without this one undergirding all the others, he has no … Continue reading

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Man and His Lineage

Proverbs 20:7  His children are blessed after him. A faithful man leaves a good name. Proverbs 22:1 – A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches Ecclesiastes 7:1 – A good name is better than precious ointment … Continue reading

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Man and Humility

Proverbs 20:6             Most men will proclaim each his own goodness. Interesting the text says “most”.  Yes we live in a society of men who subscribe to the adage “He who tooteth not his own horn finds that it is … Continue reading

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Man and Wisdom

One of the characteristics of a faithful man is wisdom. Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water.   But a man of understanding will draw it out.   Prov 20:5 The NLT translation renders the passage, “Though good advice … Continue reading

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A Man and His Work

Contained within chapter 20 of the book of Proverbs are several characteristics of a faithful man.  One of these characteristics is that a man will work. The lazy man will not plow.   Prov 20:4 The Scriptures are filled with similar … Continue reading

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A Man and His Emotions

Prov 20:3         It is honorable for a man to stop striving, since any fool can start a quarrel. A faithful man can manage his emotions.  In the context we are talking specifically about anger, temper, etc.  I will admit that … Continue reading

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Racial Prejudice

No one can deny the turmoil and division that exists in our country today.  While I admit this, I don’t necessarily think it is what we see on the news coverage.  It seems we are led to believe that every … Continue reading

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