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Be Careful Of Words Spoken Against Other Christians — They Could Condemn You
Since the beginning of time, people have spoken harshly towards one another. One of the smallest members of our bodies, the tongue, has been responsible for a lot of havoc over the centuries. It’s the root of harsh feelings, bitterness, divisions, and wars. Social media has flung the doors wide…
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The Unintentional Sin That Cost Me Decades Of Lost Opportunities And Shattered Dreams
It’s been a few days since I last wrote or did a podcast. Sometimes, I just needed time to pause, think, and reflect. Last week was interesting, while I didn’t feel it intensely, there was spiritual warfare. Why would I say this? Last Tuesday, I launched a Bible study in…
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What Is Sin And It’s Relationship To Salvation In the Old Testament? Is It More Nuanced Than Typically Portrayed?
You can listen to episode below or follow the podcast on Spotify, iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Please note… Episodes 1-7 are available here and will be transitioned soon. In Part 1 this new Bible study series on the meaning of salvation, Father Don Purdum delves deep into the Word…
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The Failure Of Jesus’ Twelve Disciples And Our Hope
Each of the four Gospel accounts is unique and written for different audiences. In Mark, Jesus is presented differently than in the other three narratives. In this part of His story, the theme is repeatedly about Jesus’ role as a sacrificial servant and death. Jesus’ central message throughout the book…
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Why Do So Many Christians Despise The “Church?”
The Church. Is there a right one? Is there only one that speaks for or represents God? What is the church and what should it look like? Different seminaries and denominations present differing viewpoints of the church. If you ask people on the street this question, you’re likely to get…
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“God Is Love” – What Does That Really Mean In A World Of Anger, Suffering, and Pain?
Valentine’s Day is approaching quickly. It’s the time of year when the word “love” is thrown around like candy, and for good reason. Who doesn’t want to be loved by someone? Still, in our world, love is most typically associated with a romantic feeling. It can also denote a happy…
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Will Hell Be A Painful Experience?
For centuries, the idea of a “hell” has been used to conjure up images of pain and despair and to motivate people to accept Christ. The Bible contrasts heaven as a place where God dwells, pain of any kind doesn’t exist, and peace reigns in the presence of the Father,…
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Why Wasn’t The Cross A Symbol Of Christianity In The Early Church?
Anywhere you go in the world, if you see a cross you will immediately identify it with a church or Christianity. Orthodox clergy wear one as part of their attire. Many Christians wear a necklace with a cross because they either want the world to know about their faith or…
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