We have all known people who thought that they were great. That is, they thought they were really nice people and that they were saved. They thought they were obedient to God. They thought they would be in Heaven. They thought…well, what does it matter what they thought? In reality, it matters not at all. What [...]
Posted on July 29th, 2010 by doc
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But Michael, the Archangel, when contending with the devil he disputed about the body of Moses, durst not bring against him a railing judgment, but said, “The Lord rebuke thee.” But these rail at whatsoever things they know not; and what they understand naturally, like the creatures without reason, in these things are they destroyed. [...]
Posted on July 22nd, 2010 by doc
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What does it mean to be vigilant? Does the Bible have any advice on vigilance? This is a subject we ought to look carefully upon, and meditate upon, because it will play a part in where we spend eternity. The American Standard version gives I Corinthians 16:13 as follows: Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, [...]
Posted on July 15th, 2010 by doc
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Occasionally, it does no harm to have a “visiting author.” This was sent to me by a friend, Henry Davenport, and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us [...]
Posted on July 8th, 2010 by doc
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You know, it really is surprising when and where you can get inspiration for a blog article. I was thinking of an old Elvis Presley song the other day, and a devotional by my friend, Henry, brought to mind just the thing I wanted to say to you this week. The lyrics of the Elvis [...]
Posted on July 1st, 2010 by doc
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