PART 1, OLD TESTAMENT CHURCH (worshiping) Description of church (GotQuestions.com) The word “church” comes from the Greek word ekklesia which is defined as “an assembly” or “called-out ones.” Church; The body of Christ is made up of all believers in Jesus Christ from the day of Pentecost (Acts chapter 2) until Christ’s return. Old Testament (OT) times were very interesting and sometimes … Continue reading Church, what was it like. Part 1
Meaning of revelation 3:20
Revelation 3:20, (NKJV) 20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me. I hear this verse used time and again in reference to salvation and use to think it was a salvation … Continue reading Meaning of revelation 3:20
Sins of our fathers
Was my father responsible for my sins? Some Christians believe that the sins of our fathers are passed on to their children. From what I read scripture tells us that it is not true. Let’s start at the beginning of the controversy; Exodus tells us; Exodus 20:5 “You shall not bow down to them or … Continue reading Sins of our fathers
Worshiping God in the Old Covenant
PART 1, OLD TESTAMENT CHURCH (worshiping) Description of a church (GotQuestions.com) The word “church” comes from the Greek word ekklesia which is defined as “an assembly” or “called-out ones.” Church; The body of Christ is made up of all believers in Jesus Christ from the day of Pentecost (Acts chapter 2) until Christ’s return. Studying how believers in God worshiped Him during the Old … Continue reading Worshiping God in the Old Covenant
The Protestant Reformation
09/26/2017 I had heard of the Protestant Reformation but knew very little about it. I thought it had something to do with John Calvin and the call for the Catholic Church to stop doing some of the things they were doing in the name of their faith. I also thought it was a call for … Continue reading The Protestant Reformation
Sincerity, or are you just going through the motions?
As Christians we are called to show respect and honor, to be just, to love, and to show consideration and compassion toward others as mentioned in the following scriptures. (Emphasis added) Galatians 6:10: “Therefore, as we have the opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of … Continue reading Sincerity, or are you just going through the motions?
HEADING TOWARD A ONE WORLD CHURCH
The Idea of a one world church (or religion) in the back of someone’s mind has probably been around for centuries. As far as the Christian Scripture is concerned it was addressed basically by prophecy through John the Apostle in the book of Revelation. As I state later on in this article Scripture does not … Continue reading HEADING TOWARD A ONE WORLD CHURCH
Heading toward a one world government?
Are we moving toward a one world Government as Scripture states will happen in the end times? As I see it, my answer is, “Yes we are.” Listed below are excerpts from secular articles that show that we are headed in that direction. And then there is a Biblical authority that states, in scripture, … Continue reading Heading toward a one world government?
Misquoted Scriptures
Misquoted scriptures and misunderstood scriptures; The thoughts below represent scriptures and saying people have heard and believe but are not necessarily accurate. Listed are the scriptures and quotes, what some think they mean and what my research leads to what I think scriptures actually mean. This may be an interesting way to learn scripture and … Continue reading Misquoted Scriptures
Choices
Note; this is an article I posted in our Mission newsletter in May 2012 as we served at the Arizona Indian Christian Mission School. I think the realization of the consequences of your choices are even more evident today as we see so many Missionaries, aid workers and ordinary Christians (and others) serving the poor, … Continue reading Choices
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