Certainly, we may define “bondage” quite differently in this progressive age in which we seemingly, at times, coexist, bringing together diverse cultures, traditions, and religious beliefs. We appear to have reached a very comfortable state of “post-ness.” Catch phrases and “buzz words” such as Post Modern, post 911 and post racial are just a few …
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Based on Biblical Text: Matthew 10:31: Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows. We are reminded constantly about Grace, God’s unmerited favor. Grace comes from God, through Jesus Christ, and we need Grace in order to inherit eternal life. However, we seldom talk about God’s careful attention to every detail …
Based on Biblical Text: Hebrews 11:1: Faith is the substance of things hoped for; the evidence of things not seen. We recognize faith as the genesis of our spiritual understanding. The truth of the matter is void of faith, the Bible becomes merely another book of words. Without faith, the holy writ, though interesting and …
Based on Biblical Text: Romans 10:10-11: For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.” Becoming a Christian can be similar in some ways …
Based on Biblical Text: Romans 10:8: The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach. I would like to use this text to take a close look at our faith. Let’s focus on the faith Paul says we ought to preach. Let …
Based on Biblical Text: Joshua 7:1 NIV But the Israelites were unfaithful in regard to the devoted things; Achan son of Karmi, the son of Zimri, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took some of them. So the Lord’s anger burned against Israel. Let me provide a little background before moving forward. …