HOW IS THE HOLY SPIRIT OUR HELPER?

HOW IS THE HOLY SPIRIT OUR HELPER? by Michael Horton for Core Christianity Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. (John 16:7) In his teaching on the Holy Spirit, Jesus began by telling them that judgment would begin within the church. Although the world will judge the church, Jesus said that the ruler of this world had already been…

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Hypocritical Pope Francis: Doors ‘Must Be Opened, Not Closed’ to Migrants

Hypocritical Pope Francis: Doors ‘Must Be Opened, Not Closed’ to Migrants by Thomas D Williams, Ph. D. for Breitbart GNN Note – Here’s my reminder of the wall surrounding the Vatican that houses all the pedophile priest. Open the door, Pope Francis fill your house with migrants or with anyone that’s not a protected pedophile priest. ROME — Pope Francis said that it is a “Christian duty” to welcome migrants, insisting that doors should be opened to them rather than closed. In a wide-ranging interview published Friday by the Italian daily, La Stampa,…

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Dorothy’s Silver Slippers Addendum – My Father’s Afterlife Message

Dorothy’s Silver Slippers Addendum – My Father’s Afterlife Message by  TraderStef Questions concerning life and death arrived during my early childhood after a car struck and killed my first best friend as she crossed a neighborhood street on her way to the A&P grocery store. While walking along my life journey, exposure to death and its sometimes tragic circumstances have grown in occurrence with age. I suspect that most souls could say the same. Personally, I have had a few mindful and fleeting experiences from those who passed that were…

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The Global Spiritual Trend We Can’t Ignore

The Global Spiritual Trend We Can’t Ignore by J. LEE GRADY for Charisma News Last weekend, I preached in a small but growing church in central Sri Lanka. There was no sign outside the building because it’s a private residence located in a crowded neighborhood. Most of the people who came to this meeting either walked or arrived in motorized rickshaws, so no parking lot was needed. The worship team consisted of two young men playing guitars and a third guy on a box drum. The small living room of…

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THE NUMBER ONE LIE THE WORLD TELLS OUR KIDS TODAY

THE NUMBER ONE LIE THE WORLD TELLS OUR KIDS TODAY by Cameron Cole for Core Christianity An important but challenging task for youth pastors and parents involves helping our children understand the messages of the world. However, given the pluralistic nature of contemporary society, one struggles to identify a cohesive ideology underpinning the values of the world. The culmination of my best understanding of the ethic of today’s secular world has come from two unexpected sources: The ESPY Awards and Keeping Up with the Kardashians. In July of 2015, the ESPY’s awarded Caitlyn…

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What Does ‘Born of Water and the Spirit’ Mean in John 3:5?

What Does ‘Born of Water and the Spirit’ Mean in John 3:5? by Don Carson  for The Gospel Coalition The question is important, because it lies at the heart of Jesus’s explanation of “born again,” of new birth, of regeneration. When Jesus first introduces the category (John 3:3), Nicodemus clearly doesn’t understand what Jesus means (3:4 NIV): “How can someone be born when they are old?” he asks. “Surely they cannot enter a second time into their mother’s womb to be born!” Many people think the question Nicodemus poses shows…

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MEASURED SPEECH

MEASURED SPEECH by Dave Jenkins for Servants of Grace Ecclesiastes 5:1-7, “Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near to listen is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they are doing evil. 2 Be not rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven and you are on earth. Therefore let your words be few. 3 For a dream comes with much business, and a fool’s voice with many…

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Why Fewer Millennials Support LGBT Lifestyle Each Year

Why Fewer Millennials Support LGBT Lifestyle Each Year by AMERICAN FAMILY ASSOCIATION for Charisma News GNN Note – The ones that still make use of critical thought have come to understand its all a big lie and a scam. ****** The American Family Association (AFA, afa.net) says there is good news in the battle to protect biblical values on human sexuality, as progress is being made in the hearts and minds of millennials. According to a new Harris Poll, AFA and The Christian Post report, Americans aged 18-34 are becoming less and less…

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5 MYTHS ABOUT ANGELS AND DEMONS

5 MYTHS ABOUT ANGELS AND DEMONS by Sam Storms for Core Christianity Ongoing Interest There is no indication that our world’s fascination with angels and demons is in decline. Rarely does a day pass that we don’t hear of someone’s alleged encounter with either a holy angel or a fallen demon, together with news that a new TV show or film on Netflix will feature either or both of these species of spiritual beings. Sadly, though, there is a lot of confusion about angels and demons and certain myths that…

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How to Date Someone with Different Political or Religious Views

How to Date Someone with Different Political or Religious Views from Making Sense of Manliness Politics and religion are two of the most divisive and emotive topics in our communities today. Every politics and religion enthusiast is trying to outdo their opposition, desperate to appear superior to the other. And while that is legal and acceptable in the society, what happens when love is caught in the wrangles? Better put; how difficult or easy is it date someone who holds religious or political views that sharply contradicts yours? Well, please…

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