It’s Time for California Parents to Defy the Law

It’s Time for California Parents to Defy the Law by Michael L. Brown for Ask Dr Brown As followers of Jesus, we are called to submit to the laws of the land and to honor those in authority. The New Testament is very clear on this (see especially Romans 13:1-7). It is also very clear that there are exceptions to this rule, namely, when the authorities require us to disobey the Lord (see Acts 5:40-42). In that case, with respect, we say, “We must obey God rather than man” (see Acts…

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The Kingdom of God in 8 Words

The Kingdom of God in 8 Words by Jeremy Treat  for The Gospel Coalition The number-one thing Jesus talked about is the kingdom of God. It’s everywhere in the Gospels and impossible to miss. But if the theme of the kingdom is so significant, then we need to make sure we know what it means. A good starting place is to have a solid working definition. Here’s one: The kingdom is God’s reign through God’s people over God’s place. That’s the message of the kingdom in eight words. Now let’s break down…

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Podcast: What Trees Tell Us About the Nature of God, with Matthew Sleeth

Podcast: What Trees Tell Us About the Nature of God, with Matthew Sleeth by John Stonestreet from Break Point Besides God Hiimself and humanity, what living thing is mentioned most in Scripture. As our guest on the BreakPoint Podcast Matthew Sleeth points out, the answer is “Trees.” From the tree of life to the first Psalm, to the tree on which Christ was nailed, trees play an enormous role in the Scriptures—a role we modern Christians have largely forgotten. And, according to Sleeth, trees tell us a lot about God…

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A Brief Study of Romans Day 2

A Brief Study of Romans Day 2 This cam about as a result of confusion within me. Having an understanding of the Gospel, Jesus Christ and not misspeaking when attempting to present the Gospel to a nonbeliever is a driving force in my life today. Romans 7 and 8 seem to be a important chapters to help anyone move a little a closer to Jesus Christ, understand the law of sin and the law of God while at the same time creating a sense  of grounding within the reader. We…

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3 natural pain relievers that are as powerful as drugs, without the side effects

3 natural pain relievers that are as powerful as drugs, without the side effects by: Derek Henry for Natural News Unfortunately, acute or chronic pain is something that everyone in their life experiences at one time or another. Even though this is a powerful reminder from the body that something is either healing or going terribly wrong, a way to manage the pain is often required in order to live a functional lifestyle. The first resort to manage this type of pain has typically been prescriptions or over the counter…

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When Should I Forget My Past? (Video)

When Should I Forget My Past? Video by Pastor John Piper Our hope for Look at the Book is to help you learn to read the Bible for yourself. We invite you to consider the featured study questions below before watching the lab. God has assigned forgetting and remembering strategic roles in our salvation. In this lab, John Piper calls us to remember everything that serves faith and obedience and to forget everything that hinders faith and obedience. Some questions to ask as you read and study Philippians 3:11–14: When…

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FREE WEBINAR from Dr. Steve Turley: Christian Schooling Boom Is Transforming the West

FREE WEBINAR from Dr. Steve Turley: Christian Schooling Boom Is Transforming the West from Russia-Insider Are you ready? The Rise of Christian Education Join us for our live webinar on Tuesday, May 21 at 2:00 PM EST as we interview with Dr. Steve Turley, an author, Youtube influencer, and sought-after speaker. Dr. Turley will be telling us some fascinating new data on how Christian culture is growing in Nationalistic Countries and the impact this is having on Christian Education. Author and speaker Dr. Steve Turley is an internationally recognized scholar widely considered one…

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Yes I Will (Video)

Yes I Will Video by Vertical Worship Video Source I count on one thing The same God who never fails Will not fail me now You won’t fail me now In the waiting The same God who’s never late Is working all things out You’re working all things out Yes I will lift You high In the lowest valley Yes I will bless Your name Yes I will sing for joy When my heart is heavy All my days Yes I will I choose to praise To glorify, glorify The…

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