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Read more about the article King David and our future King: Article 6

King David and our future King: Article 6

  • Post author:Timothy J. Westendorf 
  • Post published:2022/05/25
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David’s concern was building a house for the Lord, but the Lord’s plan was to build a house for David. David was the rightful and ruling king of Israel. The…

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Now what?

  • Post author:Stephen G. Helwig
  • Post published:2022/05/25
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“All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of…

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Read more about the article King David and our future King: Article 5

King David and our future King: Article 5

  • Post author:Timothy J. Westendorf 
  • Post published:2022/04/30
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We can face any challenge with confidence and courage in Christ, knowing that the kingdom is his—and ours—forever. David returned triumphantly with his men and their rescued families to Ziklag.…

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Read more about the article King David and our future King: Article 4

King David and our future King: Article 4

  • Post author:Timothy J. Westendorf 
  • Post published:2022/03/31
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The result of David and Jesus’ missions to save the captives was the same—complete victory. David, the Lord’s anointed king-elect, lived for a time in a way unfit for a…

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Read more about the article It is finished.

It is finished.

  • Post author:Jonathan Werre
  • Post published:2022/02/24
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One sentence can permanently change your life. “Your mother and I are getting a divorce.” “I’m pregnant.” “You passed your driver’s test.” If it is true that one sentence can…

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Read more about the article The most loving friendship

The most loving friendship

  • Post author:Jeffrey D. Enderle
  • Post published:2022/01/30
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“May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance” (2 Thessalonians 3:5). I hope you have a happy Galentine’s Day this Feb. 13. The importance of friends Not…

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Read more about the article King David and our future King: Article 2

King David and our future King: Article 2

  • Post author:Timothy J. Westendorf 
  • Post published:2022/01/30
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David and our future King won the battles against the enemies, enabling us to continue to wage war against our foes. It is probably the best known story from the…

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Read more about the article Please explain: Why did Jesus do miracles?

Please explain: Why did Jesus do miracles?

  • Post author:Geoffrey Kieta
  • Post published:2022/01/03
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Do you ever wish that God had given the Bible as a video instead of a book? Sometimes, I feel that way, especially when the Bible records a miracle. Now,…

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Read more about the article What makes Christmas Christmas?

What makes Christmas Christmas?

  • Post author:Melissa Anne Kreuser
  • Post published:2021/11/30
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Christmas isn’t about what we do. It’s about Christ coming to earth to do what we were unable to do. I have a secret. And it’s about Christmas. It might…

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