I know that there are those who would say “yes.” They have their first-hand stories claiming demon possession of a Christian. The first thing I think about, though, is 1 john 4: 4. “Greater is He who is in you … Continue reading
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I don’t know about all the writers, but at least two Bible passages indicate that some of them thought each other’s writings to be sacred. Take for example 2 Peter 3: 15, 16— “Regard the patience of our Lord … Continue reading
I think we get offended for the same reason that we sin. It has to do with desire. When we sin, according to James 1: 14, it begins with the enticement of a “want to” within us. When we become … Continue reading
A priest was being honored at his retirement dinner after 25 years in the parish. A leading local politician and member of the congregation was chosen to make the presentation and give a little speech at the dinner. He was … Continue reading
The following is commonly heard in Christian circles, especially on Christian TV and radio: “I bind you, Satan (or the name of some other demonic being), in the name of Jesus.” But is such a statement biblically correct? This command’s … Continue reading
How do we rise above it all to the point of “being more than conquerors” over the temporal; of experiencing what it means to be heavenly ambassadors? I will say that there are at least three things we can do … Continue reading
I saw a movie trailer of a film on the relationship of Stephen Hawking and his wife. Mr. Hawking is a famous theoretical scientist. The trailer triggered my memory of a proposition made by Mr. Hawking. He said that the … Continue reading
I heard from a radio broadcast that the popular depiction of all the animals and birds entering Noah’s ark two at a time is untrue. The speaker said they also entered by sevens as ordered by God. I don’t agree … Continue reading
I’ve heard it said that a husband and wife won’t know each other in heaven because we’ll be new creatures. Also it’s said that they won’t know each other because they won’t remember anything of the old world. That belief … Continue reading
A poem focusing on the permanency of true love; written by guest writer M. S. Lowndes. Love Stays; Feelings Fade We often don’t feel Love each and every day, Just the same it’s there And … Continue reading
Many Christians associate the end time sign with wars and rumors of wars. Famines and earthquakes are also mentioned as an indicator of the end time. These and other events are brought up because of what I believe to be … Continue reading
Think of the history of mankind, up to this date, as a child having grown into an adult. It’s in the childhood stage that a parent usually makes a stern example when correcting a child’s behavior; this to impress upon … Continue reading
Right now, an Investigative Judgment is underway in heaven. It is the first phase of a three phase judgment. This investigative session began with the cleansing of the heavenly temple mentioned in Daniel 8: 14 (a prophecy that projects the … Continue reading
On one hand, God states this in Genesis 9: 3—“Every moving thing that is alive shall be food for you; I give all to you, as I gave the green plant.” On the other hand, in Leviticus and Deuteronomy, God … Continue reading
A fact of life is that after accepting Christ, some have been stricken with mental illness. The brain becomes damaged and dementia occurs: Alzheimer, schizophrenia, paranoia, etc. It happens as a consequence of the same causes of physical illnesses— sin’s … Continue reading
Actual Labels On Sears hairdryer: “Do not use while sleeping.” On a bag of Fritos: “You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside.” On most brands of Christmas lights: “For indoor or outdoor use only.” On Boot’s Children’s … Continue reading
God has told us that His people are destroyed for lack of knowledge (Hosea 4: 6). Even so, many Christians declare that they can’t be held accountable for that which they don’t know. Stopping their argument there, though, is a … Continue reading
Some have taken it to mean that because I’ve focused on the breaking of God’s 4th Commandment in some of my writings; I am saying that one can’t be saved if it isn’t observed. That’s not true for it or … Continue reading
Some Christians believe that Michael and Jesus are the same person. I’m not convinced of that. What holds me back is the word “angel” that’s included in Michael’s title. To me, that seems to be saying that if Michael and … Continue reading
And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own abode, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the judgment of the great day. Jude 6 God’s angels were created to reside in heaven. … Continue reading
Inside the “tent of meeting,” located just outside the israelites’ wilderness camp, Exodus 33: 11 says the Lord spoke to Moses, face to face, as a man speaks to a friend. Yet, when Moses later asked to see God’s glory … Continue reading