46–Personal Obligations for Christians

The very first obligation that the apostle provides the Jewish members of the first century Church is to pray for him and the other members of the Christian Church. He acknowledges that the prayers of the saints are necessary for his work. Paul usually requested prayers of the churches to whom he wrote (2 Corinthians 1:11; Ephesians 6:19; Colossians 4:3; 2 Thessalonians 3:1). Mutual prayer for each other is an important part of the communion of saints, in which we help each other, at all times, places, and circumstances. The apostle says that we have a good conscience, which indicates …

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Justified

by Pete Garcia– Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other. President John Adams On the surface, there does not seem like there is a lot to be thankful for in the 2018 version of America. Wildfires, hurricanes, typhoons, mass shootings, lawless migrant caravans, a nation divided, political witch-hunts, mob violence, and leftist media frenzy have all become part of the new normal. Issues like gender and marriage, which should not be controversial simply due to common sense aspects, now are. Men want to be women, and women, …

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How are Christians not of this world?

How are Christians not of this world? The phrase “not of this world” comes from John 18:36 where Jesus says, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.” In context, Jesus is speaking to Pilate, assuring the governor that He was not leading a political revolution to overthrow Rome; rather, He was leading a spiritual movement that would change the hearts of people for eternity. Earlier, Jesus had prayed, “I …

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GOD IS GOOD

“God is good” is such a simple statement that we sometimes miss the depth of its meaning. GOD IS GOOD Psalm 100 (KJV) 100 Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. 2 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. 5 For the …

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