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Just Like Abraham – Pastor Patrick Ramsey

3 Apr 2023 Michael A

The sermon in this post by Pastor Ramsey, examines Paul’s arguments for justification by faith in Galatians 3: 6-9. Understanding this material is foundational to your Christian walk, particularly because the doctrines in this text are largely misunderstood by the contemporary church. To put it differently, if you do not understand the contents of this portion of scripture, then you will not be able to identify when you are committing the spiritually fatal error of seeking to be made right with God by works, instead of by faith. Pastor Ramsey clearly presents Paul’s arguments; thereby arming readers to more easily see their own errors; to throw off such idolatry, via depending upon the Lord in prayer….

Breakfast with the Devil, Supper with the Savior [The Thief on the Cross] – Pastor Colin Smith

2 Apr 2023 Michael A

Two men had pursued a life of crime; they were angry with God, and now they stood on the brink of eternity. Pastor Colin talks about how something changed in one man’s soul, and he cried out to Jesus, “Remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Discover the stunning words Jesus said to this man. [This 2-part sermon gives very clear teaching about how one is saved by the Lord Jesus Christ. Those Christians who fear they will never be sufficiently good to enter into heaven will be greatly uplifted by the contents of this sermon, particularly, Roman Catholics. But I know many Christians, including myself, who wrongly think that our own performance has something to do with entering into heaven. Sermon points are included for part 1

Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction – Commentaries

2 Apr 2023 Michael A

This post contains one verse of scripture, Proverbs 1:7 and the comments of 6 Bible commentators: John MacArthur; John Gill; F B Meyer; Albert Barnes; Joseph Benson and Matthew Henry. This is a foundational verse in the Bible, so it is worth the effort required to know what it means.

C H Spurgeon – Evening Thoughts for April 1st

1 Apr 2023 Michael A

This post contains the evening thoughts from C H Spurgeon’s commentary, Morning and Evening Thoughts, for April 1st. They are on a verse from Hosea: “It is time to seek the Lord.” — Hosea 10:12. They go well with the verse and commentary from Proverbs that I have planned for tomorrow.

Why the Bible Talks about the End Times So Much? TableTalk Magazine – Rev. Jonathan Landry Cruse

1 Apr 2023 Michael A

…There was a very clear and cogent lesson from an otherwise confusing chapter: the end will come. Have you ever wondered why the Bible speaks of the last days so often? By one count, nearly 150 chapters in the Bible deal with the end times in some fashion or another. …First, knowing that an end is coming enforces the proper priorities. …Second, knowing that an end is coming encourages a personal piety. …Third, knowing that an end is coming engenders a profound peace.

How Dare We Say That We Know God? Tabletalk Magazine – Rev. Matthew S. Miller

31 Mar 2023 Michael A

The Scriptures do not tout our ability to know God but rather God’s ability to reveal Himself to the creatures He has made. Jesus declares, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will” (Matt. 11:25–26). …the agnostic’s claim that we cannot know God even if He exists rests on a claim that is not humble at all, for he proudly asserts what God cannot do (reveal Himself to His creatures)….

Federal Agency Warns Users to Update iPhones as Soon as Possible – Epoch Times

30 Mar 2023 Michael A

“Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected device,” the notice, dated March 28, reads. “CISA encourages users and administrators to review the following advisories and apply the necessary updates.” …The iOS 16.4 upgrade also fixes two flaws in the iPhone operating systems, tracked as CVE-2023-27969 and CVE-2023-27933 that could allow a malicious actor to execute code without the user knowing. Meanwhile, another flaw, CVE-2023-28178, could allow an attacker to bypass the user’s Privacy preferences, says Apple via its support page.

Release the MANIFESTO Now! – Pastor Matthew Everhard

30 Mar 2023 Michael A

In the 12-minute video of this post, Pastor Matthew Everhard calls for the release of the manifesto written by the actor who killed 3 children and 3 adults at the Christian school recently. An outline of the 6 points of his rationale are noted

Kentucky Bans Transgender Procedures for Minors After Lawmakers Override Governor’s Veto – Epoch Time

30 Mar 2023 Michael A

Lawmakers in Kentucky’s legislature on Wednesday passed into law S.B. 150—a bill that prevents minors from accessing transgender procedures—having voted to override Gov. Andy Beshear’s veto of the measure. The move means that Kentucky is the 11th state in the country to ban transgender procedures for minors. It becomes the eighth state to do so this year.

Some Thoughts on Prayer from Spurgeon’s Devotional

29 Mar 2023 Michael A

This post contains C H Spurgeon’s evening thoughs for today; his thoughts provide encouragement to continue praying although you might be tempted to believe God is not hearing you.

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