2014 April — Page 3

Bible Character Study of Nehemiah

Nehemiah is probably best known for rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem in 52 days, but beyond that, what do you know about this important Bible character? Though I have heard the story and read the book many times, it wasn’t until I did a previous chapter-by-chapter look at the book of Nehemiah that I really […]

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17 Bible Verses About Quiet Time With God

by Daryl Evans

One of the hardest things for most believers to do is to have a consistent daily time with God. I am convinced that this struggle is keeping many followers from becoming the man or woman for God that they truly are meant to be. There are many reasons of why this is the case. There […]

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Can a Christian Be Angry At God?

by Jack Wellman

Is it a sin to be angry with God? What does the Bible say about anger toward Him? Are there exceptions? Righteous Indignation There is a time to be angry and it is when you see an injustice or a violation of the law so there is nothing wrong about getting angry over something that […]

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What Does The Bible Say About Expectations? A Christian Study

by Derek Hill

Depending on how you use the term “expectations” you can give it a negative or positive meaning. For instance, spoiled kids “expect” to have everything handed to them on a silver platter and that hard work is not for them. On the other hand, when you put your trust and faith in God you can […]

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Let Your Yes Be Yes and No Be No: Verse and Commentary

by Crystal McDowell

“Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.” Otherwise you will be condemned” (James 5:12). Why is it so difficult for us to simply say yes or no? Perhaps because we like the ambiguity […]

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Was Judas Saved?

by Jack Wellman

Was Judas saved? Some claim the gospel of Judas proves he didn’t hang himself? What is the eternal state of Judas according to the Bible? Judas Iscariot, Son of Perdition The word perdition has a particular meaning of importance in regard to Judas’ name. Perdition defined: utter destruction, eternal damnation, a final and irrevocable spiritual ruin, […]

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What Is The Book Of Life? Whose Names Are In It?

by Robert Driskell

There are some who believe that the Book of Life contains the names of every human who has ever lived or ever will live. Those names remaining at the end of time will be those who have eternal life. Only by rejecting Jesus are names ‘blotted out’ of the Book of Life. Others believe that […]

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6 Prayers For A Church Family or Congregation

by Derek Hill

One thing I am learning as I get older is just how much I care about and appreciate my church family. My church is very active in helping those in it wherever it can. If you are part of a church then I think you will agree that it is so important to pray for […]

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Top 15 Phil Robertson Christian Quotes

by Pamela Rose Williams

Phil Robertson has made himself a name in the news in recent months mostly because of his outspoken views on some very hot topics. He has also become well known as the family leader in the popular American reality television show “Duck Dynasty” which first aired on cable station A & E in spring 2012. […]

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What Does The Bible Say About Focus? A Christian Study

by Crystal McDowell

Distraction is the nemesis of focus. We are constantly tempted to pull away from a consistent focus on Christ. As a result, we often find ourselves being tossed to and fro by the concerns of life. Keeping focus on Christ means that we’re purposefully fading out everything that pulls us away from connecting with Him. […]

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