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Failed Trump Prophecies Offer a Lesson in Humility by CRAIG KEENER for Christianity Today Instead of persecuting prophets who have apologized, we might do better to join them. The failed prophecies of Donald Trump’s reelection may have damaged the credibility of the US independent Charismatic wing of evangelicalism more than any event since the televangelist scandals of the 1980s. They have led some outsiders to criticize Christianity itself and rightly call us to introspection. Don’t misunderstand me: I’m Charismatic myself, and the majority of Pentecostal and Charismatic pastors I know…

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Franklin Graham Calls Christians to ‘Unite Our Hearts Together in Prayer’ for Biden, Harris By Tré Goins-Phillips for Faith Wire GNN Note – We are boycotting the Inauguration today and will not be publishing one word about it. Our President, President Trump, has left the building and we are done with the #bidencrimefamily and the deep state swamp rats in Washington DC. A day of prayer is much needed at this time and we will be praying throughout the day. Won’t you join us? /END The Rev. Franklin Graham, who has…

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WHAT IS REAL REPENTANCE? by Leah Baugh Core Christianity “Repent and believe” has been the cry of preachers ever since the time of Jesus. However, repentance can seem mysterious and sometimes contradictory to the gospel. Doesn’t the gospel say that I don’t have to do anything to be saved? Is repentance a work—something I do to be saved? How does it fit into the Christian life? What Is Repentance? Briefly defined, repentance is turning away from sin and self and looking to God for forgiveness and salvation. The Old Testament…

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HOW THE FATHER ENFORCES MY SABBATH-REST by Tim Shorey for Servants of Grace “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.” “Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.” (Mark 2:27; 6:31) If you’ve ever driven a go-cart, you’ll know that the buggy will only go so fast. It’s frustrating for Jimmy Johnson wannabes, but: With the pedal To the metal, At that speed You’ll have to settle. The reason for this speed limitation is that the engine is rigged with a speed governor; a…

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If We Are to Be Hated, Let It Be for the Right Reason by Michael L. Brown for Ask Dr Brown On numerous occasions, Jesus promised us, His followers, that we would be hated. That is something we should expect and even embrace. Let’s just be sure we are hated for the right reasons. Being hated for the wrong reasons is not something to be embraced, let alone celebrated. Jesus said, “You will be hated by everyone because of Me, but the one who stands firm to the end will be…

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Proclamation on National Sanctity of Human Life Day, 2021 – Proclaimed, President of the United States, Donald J. Trump Every human life is a gift to the world.  Whether born or unborn, young or old, healthy or sick, every person is made in the holy image of God.  The Almighty Creator gives unique talents, beautiful dreams, and a great purpose to every person.  On National Sanctity of Human Life Day, we celebrate the wonder of human existence and renew our resolve to build a culture of life where every person of every…

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In what way is the path for salvation narrow? Why did God make salvation a narrow path? from Compelling Truth The Bible presents two ways in which salvation is a narrow path. First, there is a narrow gate leading onto the path, and then the path itself is narrow and difficult (Matthew 7:13–14). The narrow gate is Jesus Christ, because He is the only way to salvation; He is the way, the truth and life and no man comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). “And there is…

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‘Paul and the Gift’ Is the Gift That Keeps on Giving by WESLEY HILL for Christianity Today Theologian John Barclay distills and updates his game-changing study of God’s “incongruous” grace in Christ. In an early episode of NBC’s sitcom The Office, corporate America boss-extraordinaire Michael Scott hosts a Secret Santa party for his employees. Each person is supposed to bring a gift of not more than $20 to exchange with another. But Michael, wanting to add some spice to the evening, brings a $400 video iPod (remember those?). Wearing a…

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DO ALL RELIGIONS JUST TEACH LOVE? by Adriel Sanchez for Core Christianity As a pastor, I’m often asked by friends outside the church whether there’s any difference between the major world religions. After all—the thinking goes—aren’t they all communicating the importance of love? Don’t they share a common basis in morality? With all the religious tension in the world, it’d be great to simply conclude that all religions are, at their core, essentially the same. If that’s the case, it’s pointless to argue about dogma, and the thought of going…

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