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The God of All Comfort, Part 2: The Power of the Gospel

In Part 1 of “The God of All Comfort,” we discovered that God is our ultimate source of comfort and strength during difficult times. In Part 2, we look at the foundation for this divine support: the gospel.   ‘Moreover, brethren, I declare to…

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the believers hope is in the soon return of Jesus for His Church

Our Blessed Hope in this World of Darkness

‘looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, ‘ Titus 2:13 !!The picture in this post was taken while I was driving through downtown Phoenix, Arizona, a week ago. I couldn’t make out the church name to give…

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Background info 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

The Background of Paul’s Words in 2 Corinthians 1:3–11

Understanding the context and setting of Bible passages and books is crucial. In 2 Corinthians chapter one, we see that even the great apostle Paul experienced suffering throughout his ministry, yet he found comfort and strength in God’s amazing grace. Inspired…

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Do not worry about tomorrow Matthew 634

Finding Peace and Truth in a Chaotic, Deceptive World

Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.  Matthew 6:34   In a world gripped by chaos and deception, including ongoing wars and rumors of wars, failing economies, famine, flooding,…

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Whare are the common beliefs regarding end times prophecy?

The Four Common Beliefs Regarding End Times Bible Prophecy

There are four common sets of beliefs regarding end-times prophecy: amillennial and three pre-millennial beliefs which are post-tribulational rapture, mid-tribulation rapture, and pre-tribulation rapture.   On the other hand, the belief of Amillennialists is in…

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Consolation in Christ – Unity of the Saints

Consolation in Christ – Unity of the Saints

In Philippians 2:1-4, the apostle Paul encourages believers to show humility, unity, and concern for others. He calls on us to be of the same mind, to love one another (especially other believers), and to consider others before ourselves. This is the mark of a true…

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Holy week. When was Christ crucified

Was Jesus Crucified on Friday or Wednesday?

Scripture trumps tradition when it comes to Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection   It is important to abide by Scripture when it comes to Jesus’ death and resurrection. The Bible indicates that Jesus had to be crucified on Wednesday and arose…

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