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7 reasons Matthew 24 “one will be taken and one will be left” is not the rapture

Posted on August 5, 2020 by admin — 13 Comments ↓

Matthew 24 is one of the most popular chapters for end-times prophecy. People often quote, “one will be taken and one will be left,” as the rapture. But is it? Let’s ask God for wisdom and understanding about this important passage. Here are 7 reasons from the parallel gospel accounts that Matthew 24 is not the rapture of Christians to Continue reading 7 reasons Matthew 24 “one will be taken and one will be left” is not the rapture→

Difference between ungodliness and unrighteousness

Posted on July 20, 2020 by admin — 2 Comments ↓

I have always considered ungodliness and unrighteousness to be different words for the same thing, but there are compelling reasons to consider these as separate sins. But the Pharisees, when they heard that he had silenced the Sadducees, gathered themselves together. One of them, a lawyer, asked him a question, testing him. “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Continue reading Difference between ungodliness and unrighteousness→

Balaam (a wicked way with a sinful error that leads to false doctrine)

Posted on April 30, 2020 by admin — No Comments ↓

Yahweh opened the mouth of the donkey, and she said to Balaam, "What have I done to you, that you have struck me these three times?"

Four of the most amazing prophetic oracles about Israel as a separated people, a conquering people, a prosperous people, and a royal people were delivered by a mysterious soothsayer named Balaam who was specifically hired to curse Israel. If that were the end of the story, it would be interesting, including the fascinating encounter with a talking donkey, but it Continue reading Balaam (a wicked way with a sinful error that leads to false doctrine)→

Do you raise hands during worship?

Posted on January 3, 2020 by admin — No Comments ↓

Praising God and giving thanks to Jesus Christ with raised hands while singing “Is He Worthy?” with hundreds of Christians on the Southern Steps of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem

I often raise my hands during worship. Most of the time it’s just me and God. The musicians and crowd seem to fade away and disappear. And if I think of them at all, I want to let people know I’m with Jesus. What about you? Do you raise your hands during worship? Please write me why/not or join the Continue reading Do you raise hands during worship?→

What is predestined? (God’s plan or people’s actions)

Posted on October 10, 2019 by admin — 2 Comments ↓

The Bible clearly teaches predestination but there is a huge confusion about what is predestined. Let’s examine the passages that describe predestination and carefully determine what is predestined? Is it God’s plan or people’s actions? What is predestined: God’s plan or people’s actions? As we examine the two passages that describe predestination, we need to be careful to determine what Continue reading What is predestined? (God’s plan or people’s actions)→

7 Characteristics of a Real, Genuine, Sincere Apology — A real apology comes from a humble heart that is truly sorry and repentant. But nothing is worse than a faint apology, a false apology, or a non-apology.

10 ways prayers are hindered — Prayers are an important part of the Christian life. They are worship, supplication, and confession; therefore, we don't want them to be hindered.

12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw God — Here are 12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw the glory and majesty of God more overwhelming than the best CGI in any movie.

Can two walk together, except they be agreed? — Does Amos 3:3 require Christians to be in absolute uniformity on everything in order to have fellowship?

7 ways to restore the joy of your salvation — We have all walked through the slough of despond. It happens to everyone. Here are 7 proven ways to restore your joy.

God has numbered all my days and written them in his book — God has numbered all my days and written them in his book. I don't have to worry because that won't change no matter what happens around me.