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And IF he repents, forgive

This question is sometimes asked.  If someone wrongs me and refuses to repent, am I required to forgive them? The passage below is referenced. Take heed to yourselves. If your brother sins against you, rebuke him, and if he repents, … Continue reading

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The Centurion

Humility and compassion.  These are two attributes that seem to be sorely lacking in our society today.  There are exceptions but it seems to me pride and a lack of care and concern are traits among many.  Let us consider … Continue reading

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Sufferings and Glory

Psalm 22 is sometimes called the Psalm of the Cross.  Written by David about 1,000 years before the crucifixion and centuries before this means of execution was even known to man, it is a wonderful study in the contrast between … Continue reading

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To Be or Not To Be

The phrase is a familiar one.  It actually comes from Shakespeare’s Hamlet.  The lead character is considering life with its troubles and pain but acknowledges the alternative might be worse.  And so Prince Hamlet begins a lengthy speech with the … Continue reading

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Adoption

I never really gave much thought to couples when they adopted a child.  Oh sure, I thought it was a good thing but I just didn’t give it much thought.  I remember my high school English teacher and her husband … Continue reading

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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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Protective Wings

The story has been told of the fire in Yellowstone that burned everything in its path.  The fire destroyed many creatures unable to escape the flames.  Afterward a firefighter, walking in the charred aftermath, spotted an eerie sight.  A bird … 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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FEAR

For the past few months we have been confronted by one concern after another.  Uncertainty, coupled with what we do know has been enough to cause everyone some level of anxiety.  I have always heard that we should hope for … Continue reading

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