As Christians we have the privilege of celebrating the Lord’s Supper (or Holy Communion, as it is known in some churches). The Lord’s Supper is a sacrament given to the church by Jesus himself as a sign of the gospel for the strengthening of our faith. As we take part in the Lord’s Supper…
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Guardian angels and spirit helpers
There is a website where you can find out what the name of your guardian angel is. It apparently depends on which day of the week you were born. My guardian is apparently St. Sealtiel, who allegedly “stands before God, with incenser in hand in unceasing adoration of the Most Holy Trinity. As the Archangel of… Continue reading Guardian angels and spirit helpers
God’s trumpet and air meetings?
What will happen when Jesus returns as conquering hero? Will we float forever in the clouds? The Bible teaches that Jesus lived, died, rose back to life, ascended to heaven (from where he now reigns and rules) and promised to come back to us at what is commonly called the Second Coming. In 1 Thessalonians… Continue reading God’s trumpet and air meetings?
Why trust the Bible?
Psalm 12:6 says “The words of the LORD are flawless, like silver refined in a furnace of clay, purified seven times.” God’s words (the text of the Bible), is like silver refined seven times Why not just refined once once? “Seven” in the Bible is the number for completeness and wholeness. What Psalm 12:6 is… Continue reading Why trust the Bible?
How not to commit adultery
Every week there seems to be another report of a pastor falling into sexual sin and disqualifying himself from the ministry. Adultery is more and more the norm and even celebrated by some. The book of Proverbs gives us some really practical advice on how to keep our marriage beds (and future marriage beds) pure.… Continue reading How not to commit adultery