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Was Jesus Crucified on Wednesday?
The worldwide consensus opinion is that Jesus was crucified on Friday. This explains why the Friday before Easter has come to be known as Good Friday. There are, however, some minority opinions on the subject. This post will explore the … Continue reading
Posted in Christ's Death, Christ's Resurrection, Easter
Tagged Bible, christianity, jesus, Matthew 12:40, the Passover Sabbath, three days and three nights in the heart of the earth, was Jesus crucified on Wednesday?, what day was Jesus crucified?, Which preachers taught a Wednesday crucifixion?
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Becoming Childlike
A man was driving down a treacherous mountain road. Suddenly, a deer bolted out in front of him, causing him to instinctively jerk the steering wheel to his left. The next thing he knew he was headed off a steep … Continue reading
Posted in Assurance of Salvation, Belief, Children, Doubt, Faith, Fear, God's Provision, Heaven, Needs, Problems, Salvation, Trusting In God, Worry
Tagged becoming childlike, christianity, Faith, god, jesus, Mark 10:15, receiving the kingdom of God as a little child, the difference between childish and childlike, What does it mean to be childlike?
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A Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity
In Mark 6:45-52, we find the story of Jesus walking on the Sea of Galilee to rescue His chosen 12 apostles. At the time, they are in a boat, struggling to make their way to the opposite shore through the … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Change, Choices, Christ's Miracles, Courage, Decisions, Discernment, Doubt, Faith, Fear, God's Timing, God's Will, Ministry, Obedience, Trusting In God
Tagged a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Faith, getting out of the boat, jesus, Peter walking on the water, stepping out in faith, taking Jesus up on His offer, the meaning of Mark 6:48, Why was Jesus going to walk past the disciples?
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Jesus as a Friend?
In the 15th chapter of the gospel of John, Jesus makes a point of explaining to His remaining 11 apostles that He will now call them “friends” rather than “servants.” He says to them: Greater love has no one than … Continue reading
Speak Up Or Shut Up?
The Bible is a big, rich, complex book, one that can be used to seemingly prove virtually anything. This is the primary reason why Christian denominations find it impossible to get together 100% on doctrine. Furthermore, to make matters worse, … Continue reading
Posted in Balance, Choices, Communication, Complaining, Counsel, Evangelism, God's Timing, God's Will, Influence, The Holy Spirit, The Tongue, Witnessing
Tagged be swift to hear slow to speak, Bible, christianity, in the multitude of words sin is not lacking, jesus, let your yes be yes and your no no, speak up or shut up?, the Spirit will give you the words to say
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Take the Christmas Quiz
Here are 20 questions (actually 21) that come out of the Bible’s Christmas story. Take this quiz and see how you do. Each question is worth 5 points and the extra credit question is worth 10. The answers are given … Continue reading
Posted in Angels, Bible Study, Christ's Birth, Christmas, Christmas Traditions, Scripture, The Bible, Virgin Birth
Tagged Bible, Bible trivia, Christmas, Christmas quiz, how well do you know the Bible's Christmas story?, jesus, Joseph and Mary, the birth of Christ, the shepherds, the wise men
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The Elderly Man
A father and mother paced the floors the night of their teenage son’s first date. The boy had just gotten his driver’s license that day and had celebrated by taking his girlfriend to the movies. He was supposed to be … Continue reading
