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The Role of Suffering in the New Testament
Why God Uses Trials to Shape His People When I read the book of Acts, one statement always causes me to pause. After the dramatic conversion of Saul (later called Paul), God spoke these surprising words to Ananias: “I will … Continue reading
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Why Do the Ungodly Seem to Prosper?
“I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness.” — Psalm 73:3 One of the oldest questions in the Bible is also one of the most common questions believers ask today: Why do people who ignore God … Continue reading
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The Signs of Jesus’ Return
For 2,000 years, Christians have lived with a sense of anticipation: Jesus is coming again. The return of Christ is one of the central promises of the New Testament. The same Jesus who came in humility will one day return … Continue reading
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When Will Jesus Return?
For two thousand years, followers of Jesus have asked this question with longing, curiosity, and hope: When will Jesus return? It’s one of the most discussed topics in Christian theology—and also one of the most misunderstood. The Bible speaks clearly … Continue reading
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The Hundredfold Promise: What Is Jesus Saying?
Matthew 19:29 (NIV)“And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life.” This verse hits hard, doesn’t … Continue reading
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The Danger of Universalism: If “Everyone Goes to Heaven,” Why Did Jesus Die?
In recent years, the belief known as universalism—the idea that everyone ultimately goes to heaven regardless of faith, repentance, or response to Christ—has become increasingly popular. It is often presented as compassionate, hopeful, and more loving than traditional Christian teaching. … Continue reading
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God Is Building His Church
“I will build My church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” — Matthew 16:18 When Jesus first spoke these words to His disciples, they were not yet a movement, an organization, or a global force. They … Continue reading
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Prosperity or Persecution? What Both Teach Us About Following Jesus
When you read the Bible, you notice a striking contrast: So what can modern Christians learn from this? Here are seven key lessons: 1. God’s Blessing Looks Different in Each Covenant 2. Both Prosperity and Suffering Can Serve God’s Purposes … Continue reading
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