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Why We Should Keep Our Eyes on Jesus - Joel Kontinen
The author of the Letter to the Hebrews exhorts us: ” Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the... Submitted 146 days 2 hours ago.

The Reasons Cornelius Had To Send For The Apostle Peter For Salvation - Joel Hendon
Under the Old Testament Law of Moses, Gentiles were considered low class. The law was given to the Jewish people, not the Gentiles. The Jews had been chosen by God to furnish the genealogy to Christ which caused the Jews to presume they were far greater than any other race. So, when Jesus came... Submitted 146 days 23 hours ago.

Thoughts from a Day in My Life (4-12-02 and I was 56 that day) - - Marijo Phelps
A Page of Thoughts from a Day in My Life (4-12-02 and I was 56 that day) 27 ½ years with YOU!! I do praise You on my birthday!! Thank You for loving friends and most of all, my sweetheart, Mick. Praise Your name, Jesus, on my birthday. You, You, You, it’s all about You, Life... Submitted 152 days 21 hours ago.

A More In-Depth Study Of God’s Grace - Joel Hendon
I have sometimes been accused of denying the grace of God. That is just not true. I do deny some people’s view of it. I know of people who say that it doesn’t matter what a person does, those which God has chosen will be saved and those which He has not chosen, will not be saved.... Submitted 154 days 3 hours ago.

Has Anyone Seen God? If So, Whom And Where? - Joel Hendon
This is a very tantalizing question which challenges one to believe that bible truths are absolute and inviolable. For those who do not believe it to be so, will find inexpiably seeming contradictions. But they are not contradictions at all and are even evidence of the integrity of the... Submitted 155 days 4 hours ago.

Are There Times When You Need a Bit of Grace? - - Marijo Phelps
GRACE I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing! Galatians 2:21 Black and white, legalistic and blowing it. More like black and blue from the knocks, bumps and bruises. BUT that’s how we learn and grow.... Submitted 156 days 23 hours ago.

Longing for God? You Can Choose to Meet With Him Today! - - Marijo Phelps
The line will not be busy, you don’t have to schedule an appointment weeks ahead of time. The Lord Jesus Christ is as close to you as a prayer. Our pastor once asked if you had picnics with God and then told us how you can actually sit and have a 5 course banquet... Submitted 157 days 6 hours ago.

After Rereading Words - - Marijo Phelps
I have kept journals over the years and written things to the Lord in them and also written those things He laid on my heart. A while back I reread many of those journals and the following are little short shots I wrote after taking note of my notes. Reminders: Pencil praise Touch others... Submitted 157 days 19 hours ago.

Ezra A Servant Whom God Used And ‘The Lord‘s Hand Was Upon Him‘ - Joel Hendon
Those who read the bible very little may not have heard of Ezra. Even those who do read it often, may not know who he was or how God used him. But Ezra, like so many other characters in the bible found favor in God’s sight. And if you notice, it was always their faith which caused them to... Submitted 157 days 21 hours ago.

God’s Presence - - Marijo Phelps
Looking at the gorgeous sunrise this morning over Pike’s Peak I was thinking of the hand of the Lord in our lives. Do I always stop and ponder His presence. Not as often as I should but today He painted the skyscape full of beauty. Mick called me on his way to work to encourage me to look... Submitted 158 days 7 hours ago.

How Many Would Willingly Undergo Torture And Death For Eternal Life? - Joel Hendon
One of most people’s questions would probably be, but we don’t have to do that in order to go to heaven do we? Well, the answer is probably yes and no. You might then ask, what kind of an answer is that? The real answer is that you do not have to go looking for someone to kill you... Submitted 159 days 5 hours ago.

A Chronicle On The Apostle Peter, His Name And His Impetuous Self - Joel Hendon
The Holy Bible has much concerning Peter, the Apostle, and his activities, yet there is much that is not known for certain. There are other ancient writings which give a lot of information concerning him, but we cannot be sure if it is all factual. This material is often referred to as tradition.... Submitted 164 days 2 hours ago.

The Ancient Art of Self Delusion – is it Still With us? - Carol Allen Anfinsen
I’ve always found the world of make-believe enchanting. As a child I read Hans Christian Anderson and Grimm’s Fairy Tales from cover to cover. Now as an artist and writer I create make-believe mini-dramas on paper and canvas. But in real life, I stay grounded. My heart holds to my... Submitted 166 days 6 hours ago.

A Narrative Of The Origin And Growth Of the Early Lord’s Church - Joel Hendon
The coming of Jesus, the Son of God to this earth, His life, crucifixion, resurrection and ultimately the establishment of His kingdom (church, the called out, Christianity) was the single most important thing which has ever occurred on this planet. This was the purpose for which the universe and... Submitted 166 days 7 hours ago.

Twelve (!) Things That Save A Christian From His/Her Sins - Joel Hendon
Yes, it is true the bible tells us of 12 (at least…maybe more) things that it takes to save us from our sins. That kindly puts a strait on someone who says we are saved by faith only. Or anything else…only. So, how many of these things does it take, one of them? Two? More? Actually... Submitted 171 days 22 hours ago.

The Many Implications Of The Tower of Babel (Genesis 11) - Joel Hendon
Did you ever wonder where all the different global languages came from? And I do mean different. There are variations of many, perhaps all, languages…even English here in the U.S. and else where. We are not talking about dialects which develop within a language, but full blown different... Submitted 173 days 7 hours ago.

My Mama Used to Speak of “Borrowing Trouble” - - Marijo Phelps
When I was a child I used to think, actually I used to stay awake at night “thinking” from the time I was a toddler. I am sure this dismayed my parents. “My tummy hurts, can you bring me a drink of water?” “What are you doing still awake?” We found out... Submitted 173 days 18 hours ago.

All the Nations Before Him are as Nothing - - Marijo Phelps
All the Nations Before Him are as Nothing Our scripture for today seems to hit that nail on the head with appropriateness for the season: "All nations before him are as nothing; and they are counted to him less than nothing,and vanity." (Isaiah 40:17) This doesn't mean that God doesn't... Submitted 179 days 1 hour ago.

A Critique On The Book Of Job: True Narrative Or Allegory? - Joel Hendon
For varying reasons, many people believe the book of Job is an allegorical message on human suffering and faith in God. Also, for various reasons, many declare that it is a narrative account of a true episode in the life of a man named Job. We may not be able to resolve these differences but we... Submitted 184 days 1 hour ago.

Be Encouraged For His Amazing Grace & Faithfulness - Chiradeep
So many times we struggle when the hard times hit us suddenly and stay for a long time. We feel depressed, sad, worn out. We question God, why. We feel worried for sustenance. We get scared for our future. But when we come to God and read His words, He reassures us. Trust me the words that I... Submitted 187 days 1 hour ago.

Psalm 83 and The Arab Uprising - There Might Be a Connection - Joel Kontinen
Some scholars think that there might be a connection between the recent Arab uprisings in the Near East and that what they interpret as a yet-to-be-fulfilled prophecy in Psalm 83. Written 3,000 years ago, this psalm describes a scheme by Israel’s neighbours to attack and destroy her: ... Submitted 188 days 2 hours ago.

All are sinners - Chiradeep
So many people don’t really agree to the fact that ‘all are sinners.’ They argue saying that ‘I don’t commit adultery, stealing, tell lies, kill anybody etc. so I am not a sinner.’ But the fact can not be changed. If we search for the qualities of a father... Submitted 190 days 10 hours ago.

Irrefutable Evidence Of Inspiration In the First Book Of The Bible - Joel Hendon
People who close their minds against the proofs within the Holy Bible showing it is very obviously inspired, miss a lot. To an unprejudiced mind, no one can truthfully say the author of even the first book would have been able to write the book with out inspiration from God. Let us start at the... Submitted 190 days 19 hours ago.

Christian - Get off Your High Horse (This Includes Me.) - Teresa Ortiz
I will never forget a conversation I overheard while in a department store when I was a new Christian. I won’t bore you with the details, but suffice it to say that it made me angry. For one, their arrogance in the matter was enough to make me throw up, and for another, it made me feel... Submitted 199 days 19 hours ago.

Liberal Hostility Toward Evangelical Christianity - - John Waddey
The front page headline of the New York Times screamed a " Christian Extremist " had perpetrated the terrorist act that killed some 90 people in Norway. Further examination reveals that Anders Behring Breivik was in no sense of the word a Christian. He was not baptized, he was not a member of any... Submitted 199 days 23 hours ago.