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Case Closed! The concluding section of Romans chapter 8 delivers a powerful, reassuring message for all followers of Christ, affirming that the Christian’s security is rooted entirely in the finished work of Jesus. The Apostle Paul provides a series of rhetorical questions and affirmations demonstrating that, in spite of past, present, or future sins, the [...]

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No Separation The Apostle Paul’s powerful declaration in Romans chapter 8 provides the ultimate assurance for believers: nothing will separate us from the steadfast love of Christ. This message, often sought in times of profound suffering or doubt, serves as the grand finale to Paul’s extensive theological argument, moving past rhetorical questions to establish two [...]

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What Does Jesus Say? (Part 1 of 2) The Gospel of John holds a unique position among the four canonical Gospels, providing profound insight into the identity and deity of Jesus Christ. A key feature distinguishing John is the frequent use of the phrase “Truly, truly” (or Verily, verily in older translations), a rhetorical device [...]

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Elders (Part 2 of 3) The Apostle Eldership: Essential Qualities for Church Leadership (Titus 1 Explained) The Apostle Paul prioritized the appointment of elders in local churches to oversee, shepherd, and care for the congregation according to God’s word. This practice, evidenced throughout the book of Acts and Paul’s missionary journeys, ensures that burgeoning groups [...]

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What Does Jesus Say? (Part 2 of 2) The opening chapter of John’s Gospel lays the foundational truths of Christianity, revealing Jesus as the Creator of the Universe, the promised Lamb of God, and the essential bridge connecting heaven and earth. Understanding these roles is crucial to grasping the core message of the Gospel. 1. [...]

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“A Beautiful Thing” The account in Mark chapter 14 detailing a woman’s extravagant gesture of anointing Jesus with costly perfume provides a powerful contrast between selfless devotion and calculated pragmatism. This incident, set against the backdrop of the religious leaders plotting to secretly arrest and kill Jesus, illuminates the true values of the Kingdom of [...]

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Born Again (Part 1 of 2) The phrase “born again” is often associated with overly zealous Christians, but the sources reveal that Jesus teaches this concept is essential and indispensable for entering God’s kingdom. The conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a prominent Jewish leader, in John chapter 3, clarifies that being born again is not [...]

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Born Again (Part 2 of 2) The foundational message of Jesus, particularly explored in His conversation with the Jewish leader Nicodemus in John chapter 3, centers on the absolute necessity of spiritual new birth, or regeneration. Jesus forcefully articulated that “unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God”. This concept of [...]

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“Truly, Truly” The account of Jesus healing a helpless man at the Pool of Bethesda, described in John’s Gospel, chapter 5, serves as a catalyst for a major controversy during Jesus’ lifetime. While one might expect a miracle to universally cause celebration, the reaction of the religious leaders was hostile, leading them to ultimately seek [...]

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The Foundation of Fifty-Five Years of Ministry (Selected Scriptures) Today on Grace to You. I’m not interested in being a president or I’m not interested in politics and I don’t want to get distracted by things that go wrong in the world. I just want to be a part of what the Lord is doing. [...]

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