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The Gospel to All Nations — A Mission with an End in View

“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (NLT) These words of Jesus are among the most sweeping … Continue reading

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“In the Beginning, God”

A Reflection on the First Words of Scripture The Bible opens with four words that quietly but decisively shape everything that follows: “In the beginning, God.” (Genesis 1:1) Before creation, before time, before humanity, before light or language or law—God … Continue reading

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What the Bible Really Says About Slavery

Slavery was a major part of the ancient world. Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Israel all had systems where one person could serve another in bondage. But what does the Bible actually teach about slavery? When we look carefully, we see … Continue reading

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The Suffering Servant: A Glimpse of Jesus in Isaiah 53

Few passages in Scripture capture the heart of the gospel as clearly as Isaiah 53. Written centuries before Jesus walked the earth, this prophecy reads like a direct description of the cross. It tells us not only what the Messiah … Continue reading

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