Protecting From Evil

Protecting From Evil There are a number of places in Scripture that tell us not to judge. At the same time there are a number of places that warn us about sharing time and space with those that carry evil, are evil or are actually doing evil. How to square the circle with these opposing principals? It sounds like, in Matthew 7 1:2 (NKJV) it is very clear how “judgement” works. This is how Jesus, being His words, promises to hold us in judgement as we judge situations and people…

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The Sufficiency of Scripture (Podcast)

The Sufficiency of Scripture Podcast by Pastor Dr John MacArthur for Grace to You Podcast HERE >>> As you know, we are studying 1 Timothy, but I have been hesitant in these next couple of Sundays to get back to 1 Timothy until all of our folks are back. We have many who are away over this particular holiday season. And so, I have postponed getting into chapter 2, which is a vital chapter, for at least a couple of weeks. Not only because of scheduling but also because of…

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The Opening of the Evangelical Mind (Podcasts)

The Opening of the Evangelical Mind Podcasts by Ravi Zacharias for Just Thinking Do you think it’s possible to be both an evangelical and an intellectual? Today on Just Thinking, Ravi Zacharias is with doctors Peter Berger and Timothy Shah, as they discuss this question that the secular world usually answers with a “no.” Podcast Part 1 HERE >>>   What do you think about the biases of the secular media towards evangelicals? It seems there is quite a bias, especially when it comes to the intellect of evangelicals. On…

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4 PROPHECIES ABOUT JESUS’ COMING

4 PROPHECIES ABOUT JESUS’ COMING by Nicholas Davis for Core Christianity 1. Jesus will come from the offspring of Abraham. “I will surely bless you and make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will take possession of the cities of their enemies, and through your offspring, all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me.” (Genesis 22:17-18) “This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah the son of David, the son of Abraham.” (Matthew 1:1) 2. Jesus will be born of a…

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THE MOST FREQUENT COMMAND IN THE BIBLE: DO NOT BE AFRAID

THE MOST FREQUENT COMMAND IN THE BIBLE: DO NOT BE AFRAID by James Faris for Core Christianity How many times I quoted Psalm 56:3 to myself as a child, I do not know: “When I am afraid, I will trust in you.” Children have fears, and we all come to learn that fear keeps creeping into our hearts regardless of our age or stage in life. How can Christians effectively battle fear? The Lord even had to come to the Apostle Paul in a vision by night to remind him “Do not…

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How Can We Leverage This Moment to Reach Young People with the Gospel? (Podcast)

How Can We Leverage This Moment to Reach Young People with the Gospel? (Podcast) In this episode of the podcast, J. Warner is interviewed by Leah Chapman of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. They discuss strategies for reaching young people with the gospel and the challenges facing youth pastors, parents and Christian teachers. How does technology impact the young culture and how can we leverage the technology for Jesus? Be sure to visit Leah’s website at www.apologeticssimplified.com. You can also subscribe to the Cold-Case Christianity Weekly Podcast on iTunes, or add the podcast from…

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Forgiving of Sins

Forgiving of Sins Over the past several months the reading of the Bible has become more and more a part of who I am. It seems the more that is learned the more that I want to learn. I feel confident that I am not alone in this situation and probably most Christians, believers, have the same experience. While I have been living the Steps and principals of AA they have been a guiding force, however, they still fall short of understanding, practice and, above all, depth that a person…

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Fruit Or Fire

Fruit Or Fire It is when we accept Jesus that all is possible, all is available and all becomes known. Jesus promises’ us, multiple times, that if we come to Him and ask nothing will be denied. It is the way we as that trips us. “Fox hole prayers” are rarely answered as their is no seeking, only demanding – “if you do this for me, I will do that for you” – it is quiet clear this approach doesn’t really work for Jesus doesn’t take orders.  John 15:5 (CSB)…

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