The discussion explores the biblical concept of salvation, emphasizing that it extends beyond the idea of eternal life to encompass rescue and transformation in the present. It redefines the Kingdom of God as a new authority over one’s life, challenging existing habits and sins, and highlighting the freedom that comes from living under this new rule.
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Feelings do not equal The Truth
The Truth has absolutely nothing to do with our feelings. Feelings do not dictate Truth. I'm not saying we should ignore or suppress our feelings. Rather, I am saying all feelings should first be held captive and submitted to God and His Word for processing through the lens of Truth. VERSES ABOUT FEELINGS: Jeremiah 17:9… Continue reading Feelings do not equal The Truth
What is Eternal Life?
Eternal life does not start when we die. Eternal life starts at the moment of Salvation, right here on earth.
What is sin?
The word sin is generally translated from 3 different Hebrew words throughout the Bible, each having slightly different meanings. 1. Khata - missing the goal 2. Avon - iniquity 3. Pesha - transgression
Is your cup full of tea or oil?
Yesterday, I read something that I couldn’t get out of my head... “If your cup is always full of tea, there is probably no room for oil” Then today, my Bible reading included this: Psalm 133 How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! 2 It is like precious oil… Continue reading Is your cup full of tea or oil?
What is Wisdom?
Let's read Job 28. I recommend reading in its entirety (copied below), but if you are not going to do that, at least scroll to read the last few verses. Job 28 “People know where to mine silver and how to refine gold. They know where to dig iron from the earth and how to… Continue reading What is Wisdom?
God spoke to you HOW?
God spoke to me in the form of a math equation the other day (I majored in math, I’m weird already - I know)…..BUT before you write me off as crazy, hear my point. God speaks to us in ANY way that we are willing to listen. And sometimes, He speaks to us in ways… Continue reading God spoke to you HOW?
Confessions of an Introvert
Confessions of an Introvert I googled "root words of introvert" and this is what I got: Introvert comes from Latin intro-, "inward," and vertere, "turning." It describes a person who tends to turn inward mentally. Introverts sometimes avoid large groups of people, feeling more energized by time alone. The opposite of an introvert is an… Continue reading Confessions of an Introvert
Spiritual Warfare Series: The Armor of God
Spiritual Warfare: Part 3: The Armor of God... Defense vs. Offense Recap: Read the first two posts in this series here: (1) Open your Eyes, and (2) Identifying the Enemy To continue in the same text that we started in part 2... Ephesians 6:10 “A final word. Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty… Continue reading Spiritual Warfare Series: The Armor of God
Spiritual Warfare Series: Identifying the Enemy
Read part 1 of this series here, titled "Open your eyes." To continue with the same journey of the warning of a hardened heart... Hebrews 3:12-15 says "Be careful then, dear brothers and sisters. Make sure that your own hearts are not evil and unbelieving, turning you away from the living God. You must warn… Continue reading Spiritual Warfare Series: Identifying the Enemy