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For the Lord Most High is awesome. He is the great King of all the earth. Psalm 47:2 (NLT)
I need to get something off my chest. I am frustrated by the devaluation of language. It is a fact that the meaning of words can change over time. For example, the word “sincere” originally referred to pure honey. “Nice” once meant foolish.
While I acknowledge that the meanings of words can evolve over time, I find it disconcerting that terms traditionally used to describe the character and attributes...
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Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it. James 4:17 (NLT)
“I will pray about it.” Is it used as a trump card, or is it an excuse for inaction or disobedience? We will not claim that every time someone responds with “I will have to pray about the matter,” it is an insincere attempt to deflect responsibility. However, there are many situations that do not require prayer, but obedience.
Prayer is good. We are instructed to “pray without ceasing” or “pray about...
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“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32 (NLT)
Truth is controversial. We live in a world of so-called “truth detectors,” and “fact checkers.” The self-appointed “guardians” purport to set the record straight, but then there are “fact checkers” for the “fact checkers.” And the cycle goes on and on. Does anyone know what the truth really is?
Jesus proclaimed that freedom was dependent upon knowing the truth. You have heard people claim that they live accordin...
“I baptize with water those who repent of their sins and turn to God. But someone is coming soon who is greater than I am—so much greater that I’m not worthy even to be his slave and carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire. Matthew 3:11 (NLT)
I have been in Pentecostal/Charismatic circles all my life and have given countless invitations for people to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit. But I do not recall ever asking for those who wanted to receive the Ho...
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