Our study in the Seven Churches of Asia has revealed to us both the positive and negative ways in which Jesus perceived the spiritual state of the assemblies of Christians of ancient times. This was often in dramatic contrast with the …
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Consider Your Ways: Part 1
"Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Consider your ways." (Haggai 1:5,7) This is what the Lord Almighty says—not less than 25 times—in the two short chapters of the book of Haggai. "Lord of hosts,” this designation for God is frequently used …
When marriage becomes hard
How do you respond when marriage becomes hard? It is easy to make a vow on stage but difficult to stay true to it in complex and unexpected life situations. It is tiring and, importantly, damaging to the relationship if you …
The Church of Thyatira: The Church Where Sin Was Justified
Of the messages that Jesus sent to the seven churches, the message to the church in Thyatira was the longest. Perhaps this is because the church was flourishing in an extraordinary manner and yet there was a serious but unrecognized danger …
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Reflections of 2018
The year 2018 is now behind us. Endings are always a good time for reflection. Looking back reminds one of where he has gone and what he has learned. Looking back offers hindsight and wisdom. New Year Resolutions have their place. …
Who is The Christ in Christmas?
Imagine celebrating a Thanksgiving without turkey or a Passover without lamb. Much worse than that, however, is a Christmas without Christ. Arguably, Christmas is the most decorated and celebrated holiday across the world. Nevertheless, the joy of this season won’t be …
The Church of Pergamos: Lessons on the Insidious Attacks of Satan
The messages of Jesus to the seven churches of Asia provide valuable insight into not only the divine perspective of life in His body but also to the dangers and perils which confront the church and individual Christians. It is important …
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The Church of Smyrna: The Love of Christ is Always Present
While the Church of Ephesus was reminded of their need to return to their first love, Christ’s principal message to the Church of Smyrna is that His own love will never fail. In spite of discouraging trials and even intense persecutions, …
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3 Hospitality tips from Martha & Mary
Hospitality can be exhausting to the host and fulfilling to the guest. Often time women take the heavy toll of it. Most people enjoy hosting though it can be tiring. Bible commends and encourages to be hospitable. (1 Peter 4:9) Martha …
The Message to the Church of Ephesus: The Most Important Thing
Let’s begin our study of Christ’s message to the Ephesian church with a review of its historical background. Ephesus was a major city located on the Aegean Sea in what is now Turkey although at the time it was part of …
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