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Which Translation should I Use?
Getting to Know God’s Word, Part 3 Introduction To those who are new student to the bible, it can be very challenging to decide which translation of the scriptures to use when reading or studying. There is not any one translation that is superior to the rest as all are translated by men. None of…
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Are There Vampires in the Bible?
Introduction It’s been many years since I last wrote an article like this. If you’ve ever read any of my early articles; 2002-2005, I did mostly pieces like this which were kind of goofy in nature showing the truth from scripture. The other day I was looking up an article online and, for some reason,…
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Submitting to God’s Word
Introduction Most people who claim that they are Christians have never read, or studied the bible. They’ll have read a chapter here and there and, maybe, know a few of the standard verses from memory; John 3:16 and Mt. 7:1 for an example. Then, there are those who say they have read the bible cover…
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Bible Basics
Getting to Know God’s Word, part 1 Introduction We begin a new series on the bible itself. Ironically, the word ‘bible’ isn’t found anywhere in the scriptures. It is a manmade word to describe as collection of books (see definition below). For this article, we’ll just share some basic overview information; most of it you…
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An Audience of One
Introduction What goes through your mind as you enter the church building? Are you looking forward to approaching the throne of God? Or are you looking to be uplifted and entertained? Too many people today go to worship for the wrong reason and with the wrong mindset. Now Performing… Most congregations, today, see themselves as…
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The Lord’s Invitation
Worship Service, Pt. 6 Introduction In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus said, “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. “For My yoke…
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Let Us Study (Preaching the Gospel)
Worship Service, Pt. 5 Introduction The fifth act of worship we will look at is preaching the gospel. Now you might look at the title and wonder how is this studying? Don’t you study the bible in bible classes? The answer is yes, but you also study in the worship assembly. If you disagree, then…
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Let Us Give (The Collection)
Worship Service, Pt. 4 Introduction The next act of worship we will look at is The Collection. Whenever the discussion of money is mentioned or giving as part of the service, people tend to sour at the idea. You might hear people say, “All they want is our money.” It is the one thing that…
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Indirect Operation of the Holy Spirit
A Conversions Bonus Article Introduction There is a lot of misunderstanding in regard to the subject of the Holy Spirit and His involvement in the life of a Christian. The simple question to ask is, “How does the Holy Spirit Operate?” The answer is either directly or indirectly. The correct answer is indirectly, and, in…
The Christian Caravan 